***HOTCHKISS MODEL 1897 (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN 2077. Cal. 7mm. 31″ bbl. Accessories includes orig Hotchkiss tripod with SN 2083 =, on brass plate, , orig leather gunners pouch w/tools, 1 spare firing pin, armorer’s box w/large wrench and cleaning rods, leather-covered brass spare bbl carrier w/spare bbl, orig metal reinforced wooden feed strip box w/10 brass feed strips, also approx 700 rnds modern ammo. Neither bbl matches gun SN nor does brass feed shuttle. Tripod traverses and elevates smoothly. Rear retaining pin to mount gun on tripod elevation screw is missing. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This arm appears fully functional. CONDITION: Blued finish and overall appearance excellent. Both bbls retain 90% or better of bright blue finish with majority of loss on outer edge of cooling rings. Receiver bluing is 90% turning a brown patina. Brass shoulder extension and feed shuttle very attractive. Tripod has lost majority of green paint on legs but retains most of green paint on head. Bore of spare bbl is grimy and dark. Bore of bbl on gun is uncleaned but lans have shiny spots and it may clean up. Wooden feed strip box retains orig green paint. Carrying strap on box is broken but present. Leather is soft and cracking. Spare bbl carrier exterior leather has some dings,gouges and separated stitching, but overall is in decent condition for its age. Extremely attractive looking set-up on tripod. Sure to please and with accessories and spare bbl would make an excellent addition to any WWI firearms collection. 4-37883 JWK37 (8,000-12,000)

**JAPANESE TYPE 92 MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 24005. Cal. 7.7mm Japanese. 30″ bbl. Manufactured by Hitachi Seisakusho, Tokyo in July 1941. Accessories include orig tripod, optical sight with pebble canvas case, spare bolt and firing pin, 1 box 15 rnds Norma ammo, 16 feed strips with ammo in orig boxes, and 1 set RCBS 7.7mm Japanese reloading dies. Also includes modern made transit chest. Tripod is dated September 1942 and number does not match gun. Feed cover number does not match gun. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Tripod traverses and elevates freely and smoothly. Handles move up and down properly as does the rear peep sight. However, windage mechanism is stuck. This gun appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall finish is 70% a little more on the receiver and less on the top cover. Top cover retains orig oil filler cap and oil brush is in good serviceable condition. Some light pitting and corrosion on top cover as well as both sides of receiver and on charging handle. Cooling fins of bbl retain more finish. Overall gun has brown patina. Brass cover which would normally cover optical sight base is not present. Feed shuttle also shows surface corrosion but may clean up. Bore is dark in the grooves with shiny lans. Proper wooden handles do not match in color and are smooth. Spare bolt and firing pin are in excellent condition, has type 96 optical sight and optics are clear. Adjustment knobs move freely. Rubber eye cup is present but loose. Optical sight case is in fine condition with some brassing on the bottom. Leather retaining strap and buckle broken off and not present. Consignor states orig ammo on feed strips should not be fired in this arm. Tripod is of a light green color. Coverage is 98% except for adjustment wheel and locking parts which are unpainted bare metal and show some browning from surface corrosion. Overall the tripod is in excellent condition and very attractive. This gun would make a welcome addition to any Japanese firearms collection. 4-37895 JWK48 (15,000-20,000)

**JAPANESE TYPE 99 MACHINE GUN ON FLEMING REGISTERED RECEIVER (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 14195. Cal. 7.7 Japanese. 21-1/2″ bbl. Manufactured by Hitachi Seisakusho, Toyko under Kokura Army Arsenal Supervision in June of 1944. Bolt SN does not match receiver number. Accessories include reproduction brass flash hider, orig bi-pod and bayonet with scabbard, 1 orig magazine with enamel paint finish, SN does not match gun, one MG13 magazine modified to fit this arm and also an orig optical sight. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Adjustable gas port nut turns freely with proper tension. This weapon appears fully functional. Bi-pod legs move freely. Magazines fit properly into magazine well. CONDITION: Overall finish on majority of weapon is 60% with numerous small pits with blue thinning in places. Bbl retains 85% plus orig dark blue finish. gas tube shows bare metal in places. Bi-pod finish consistent with rest of arm. Orig magazine retains 98% orig black enamel finish and appears fully functional. Adapted MG13 magazine retains 80% plus orig finish except where it was ground at back to fit into magazine well. Adapted MG13 magazine also has some corrosion to the side and some evidence of pitting as well as orig German serial number written in electric pencil on one side. Floor plate of magazine displays approx. 2″ strip of white paint. Wood hand grip and butt stock appear excellent with only the slightest of dings and handling marks on red brown wood. Of notable interest is the bbl carrying handle which shows evidence of battle damage from a frontal bullet strike. Otherwise, carry handle wood is in good condition and is of a color consistent with the wood on the rest of this arm. Bayonet included is a standard early type with curved hilt. Bayonet in fair condition with blue showing brown patina and old corrosion. Scabbard has a series of 5 dents on right hand side. Bayonet makers mark is KOKURA. Bore condition: Lands are shiny; grooves are dark. Rifling is pronounced at muzzle becoming more and more worn back towards chamber. Bolt face is excellent. Internals in good condition. Scope optics are clear. Scope is 2.5 x 13, made by NIKKO. Attractive wood stocks, optical scope and battle damage to carrying handle make this a highly interesting and desirable arm for the Japanese weapons collector. 4-37891 JWK45 (8,000-12,000)

**JAPANESE TYPE 96 MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 40913. Cal. 6.5 Japanese. 22″ bbl. Manufactured by Kokura Army Arsenal in May 1940. Accessories include 1 orig magazine, bi-pod and bayonet with leather frog and metal scabbard. Also 1 RCBS 6.5 Japanese reloading die set. Numbers appear to match between receiver and hand grip assembly, as well as rear receiver extension, and bbl retaining latch. Magazine SN does not match. Receiver on right and left where it joins bbl has about 1/2″ long grinding mark which indicates this arm may have been deactivated and then subsequently reactivated, however bolt SN matches rest of gun. Most numbers match yet charging handle does not. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. Bi-pod legs move freely, Adjustable gas port knob also moves freely with correct tension. Magazine fits properly in magazine well. CONDITION: Receiver bbl and gas tube retain 90% plus deep rich blue consistent with year manufactured. Bore still retains good rifling but grooves are dark and pitted. Lans are shiny. Butt stock metal also retains majority of bluing but there is significant pitting and brown patina to buttplate. Metal stock hardware where it meets hand grip also has some old pitting and brown patina. Bi-pod has nice, even, approximately 80% blue. Carrying handle metal has some slight corrosion near where wood meets handle. Wooden buttstock has numerous gouges and scratches and bruises. There is a 1/2″ chip missing right at top where butt plate meets wood, but none of this detracts from overall appearance. Hand grip has 1/2″ chip at forward bottom right at the base but otherwise has much fewer blemishes than stock, and is quite attractive. Chip is only visible when arm is viewed from the front. Carrying handle wood is a rich brown color consistent with the rest of the wood on this weapon. There is a significant chip out of the carrying handle on the left side rear where the wood is flush with the metal of the carrying handle. Magazine retains 80% blue turning brown, spring tension is good, appearing fully serviceable. Fits well into magazine well. Bayonet, and scabbard retains 90% of bluing turning brown. Blade is in good to fine condition. Makers mark indicates Kokura supervision over unknown sub contractor (“hourglass with line through narrow part”) arsenal. Brown leather frog is in good condition. Some cracking but still supple, pliable and serviceable. All in all, a very attractive and fine condition type 96 gun. 4-37899 JWK46 (12,000-17,000)

**MODEL 1906 POTATO DIGGER BY MARLIN (C&R). SN 1456 (ATF approved number located on underside rear of receiver). Cal. .30-06. 28″ bbl. Numbers on top of gun (2346) are matching. Accessories include a low tripod mount with brass head, spindle, and wooden seat. Also includes one orig ammo box, and wooden transit chest which is actually a German MG-34 transit chest used when they were going to export MG-34 guns to Portgual in 1944. This arm appears fully functional. Firing mechanism moves freely when cycled by hand. Tripod traverses and elevates freely. CONDITION: Overall finish is 30% on left side, more on right side. Finned bbl retains 70% or better blued finish. Receiver has evidence on both sides of old corrosion, but still smooth. Rear sight has a deep brown patina. Wood grips have several chips and some handling marks but are smooth and handsome. Screws are in good shape throughout as are internals. Safety lever shows evidence of having been broken and then repaired, as is not uncommon. Metal of hand grip also shows deep brown patina. Bore is dark and grimy but rifling is strong. Ammo box has 20% faded orig green paint, and dove-tailed corners w/ some checking of the panels. Leather carrying handle present but is cracked and hard, and one end is broken off from box. This arm is an attractive vintage gun made with old-world craftsmanship. 4-37904 JWK31 (10,000-15,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Additional Information: Equipped with rare bolt “thumb release”.

**CHINESE MAXIM (TYPE 24) ON EVERETT REGISTERED SIDE PLATE (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 4861P. Cal. 7.62x54R. 28″ bbl. Gun parts manufactured by “21st Arsenal in Hanyang, China, on Everett registered sideplate. Accessories include orig Chinese tripod, 4 250 rnd belts, 3 of which are of the Finnish type, 1 is of the Russian type, 1 Russian marked ammo box, 2 green Maxim ammo boxes 1 with star, the other plain, and 1 German ammo box with 25 rnd Maxim belt segment. Also included are spare Chinese Maxim parts as follows: water jacket assy, bbl in 7.62, crank and rails, squeeze type back plate, muzzle assy, bottom plate, spider antiaircraft sight, and top cover. All in rather poor condition but could be made serviceable with effort and care. Another spare which is in very good condition is a spare bolt with 7.62x54R extractor. A set of RCBS reloading dies in 7.62x54R RUSS is also included. As is one crate of approx 700 rnds steel cased 7.62×54 ammo, and about 200 more rnds on the belts. Gun and parts are mismatched throughout. Back plate is of the later squeeze-to-fire type. Top cover has bow and arrow symbol within a gear above Chinese swastika. Fusee cover has brass plate affixed which also displayed Chinese swastika. Tripod also has brass plate displaying Chinese reverse swastika and Chinese characters over SN. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This arm appears fully functional. Gun traverses smoothly on tripod. Elevation is also functional. Legs on tripod move as do swing out carrying handles at rear. CONDITION: Overall finish in appearance is well used with loss of much finish on both side plates to a light brown patina. Fusee cover has also loss much of finish and is a light grey metal color. Top cover retains more bluing but is also turning brown. Feed block appears all matching to itself and has much deeper and complete bluing. Bolt, crank and other internal parts appear excellent although mismatched. Actual flash hider displays mixture of red primer under light green paint. Booster assy retains much of grey-blue finish and appears to be in very good condition. Water jacket is covered in light green paint over red primer w/numerous gouges and scratches. Interesting is that the water jacket filler plug has an attractive wooden handle and is attached to the top cover retaining bolt with a mixture of copper wire and braided steel chain. Wooden grips on back plate are cracked but serviceable. Caps for oilers are present and serviceable. Tripod is covered in light green paint. Knee rest plates are present w/o padding as is seat which is w/o provision to hold spare parts. Spare bolt box under cradle is present. Cover and latch mechanism for spare bolt box are serviceable. Bore is shiny with crisp rifling and although has dark spots will probably clean up well. Bore of spare bbl is pretty much the same but has some spots of corrosion. Type 24 Chinese Maxims are scarce in the United States. This one with its spares would make a great shooter. 4-37889 JWK36 (10,000-13,000)

**RARE AUSTRIAN SCHWARZLOSE MG 7/12 (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 34064. Gun currently in 8 mm Mauser, with parts to convert to 8mm Schwarzlose (8 x 50). 25″ bbl. Inland Arms registered receiver with orig Steyr parts dated 1918, with orig tripod. Accessories include orig schwarzlose belt loader in steel box, complete spare parts kit including 8 x 50 Schwarzlose bbl, with addl extra top cover and one shoulder stock extension as well as one steel link ammo belt in excellent condition with leather lead tab. Also includes two brass tabbed cloth Schwarzlose belts, leather lead tab (w/o cartridge length brass tabs) in green wooden ammo boxes. Also 40 rounds of 8 x 50 ammunition. Flash hider and shoulder extension serial numbers do not match rest of gun. Top cover matches receiver. Internal parts are renumbered in electric pencil to match each other but do not match top cover. Receiver is marked “WAFFENFABRIK STEYR 1918” and “M.G.SCHWARZLOSE MG(SCHWARZLOSE) M.7/12”. Action operates very smoothly when cycled by hand. Internal parts appear to be in excellent condition. Gun traverses very well on tripod. Elevation mechanism is also extremely smooth. CONDITION: Gun retains 90%+ rust blue on flash hider. 8mm Mauser bore is dark with shiny land and very strong rifling, 8 x 50 Schwarzlose bbl bore is grimy but may clean up. Black enamel paint covers rest of parts as well as tripod. There is a 3/8″ bead of weld around all of receiver just 2″ forward of top cover latch. Although weld bead is noticeable on outside of receiver, great care was taken inside so that this would be smooth and not interfere with main springs. Wooden handles are smooth and attractive. Detachable shoulder extension is painted a light green with canvas covered hard shoulder pad. Water jacket filler plug is present with chain. Forward steam fitting plug is present although stuck. Drain plug lever is stuck full forward and bent over with wooden thumb tab missing. Water jacket has one 1/2″ size dent on left side. Spare water jacket from parts kit has good serviceable drain plugs as well as good serviceable brass steam plugs. Altogether a very interesting and quite rare, shootable WWI water cooled machine gun. 4-37888 JWK26 (12,000-16,000)

**HOTCHKISS MODEL 1917 MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 23879. Cal. 7.62x54R with M1915 French OMNIBUS tripod, and reproduction flash hider. 30″ bbl. Dated 1917. Accessories include 10 steel feed strips with modern Russian ammo. This gun is mounted on tall Omnibus tripod dated 1915 which is covered in black enamel paint. Also included orig 1918 English regulation manual marked with officer’s name in fine condition. Bbl SN does not match receiver, however brass feed shuttle SN does match receiver. Action operates when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. Consignor states it shoots well. Sight elevation slide lock is present, and moves freely back and forth but does not hold sight in position. May be repairable with some effort. Traverse and elevation on tripod operates very smoothly. Currently, a reproduction pin only fits half way to hold gun on elevating mechanism. With some effort this could be remedied. CONDITION: Overall finish is 99% plus bright refinish, brass parts are highly polished. Bbl has a plum color. Rear sight shows evidence of very deep pits and corrosion on the underside with lighter pitting on top. Tripod black enamel paint is 95% plus including on metal seat. Elevation wheel is white metal, non magnetic, probably aluminum, with correct brass knobs. Bore is shiny and bright with strong rifling. This gun is extremely attractive on the Omnibus tripod. A good shooter with lots of feed strips in a common caliber make it even more attractive. 4-37893 JWK40 (10,000-13,000)

**BROWNING 1917A1 MACHINE GUN ON GROUP INDUSTRIES M37 SIDE PLATE (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 300104. Cal. 30-06. M-37 side plate has beautiful Colt crest and lettering. Accessories include orig belt loader with brass base and brass handle contained within orig wooden box, water can for ground use which was originally a gas can, steam hose for same, WWII era leather reinforced canvas cover, plus WWII water can, wooden ammo box with one cloth belt of 250 rnds, plus 9 other 250 rnd cloth belts without ammunition, 2 of which have brass lead tabs, the others have steel lead tabs. All are in excellent condition. Also includes VHS video on assembly and use of Browning Machine Gun as well as illustrated instruction book specific to Model 1917 water cooled MG. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when cycled by hand. Tripod elevates and traverses smoothly. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is simply outstanding. A real eye catcher. Brass parts on tripod as well as end cap and trunion stand out and are accentuated by the beautiful deep rich blue which is 98% plus. Tripod also has nice clean uniform green paint on steel surfaces and brass medallion indicating 1942 manufacturing date. Guns orig wood handgrips have slight bruise on right side (barely noticeable) and some slight handling marks but the deep rich brown color more than offsets this. Bolt and internals are in the white, polished, and are in particularly clean condition. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Steam hose fitting at front of Water jacket end cap has correct brass chain and plug, although cork is broken and only half present. Filler and drain plugs at both end cap and rear of jacket have red hard rubber covering and are in very fine condition. Wooden ammo box is very clean inside with excellent exterior green finish. Leather carrying handle is still soft, pliable, and serviceable. All in all this is an extremely attractive set up. Sure to please and since it is a Browning likely to be a trouble free shooter. 4-37890 JWK28 (12,000-17,000)

**M2 BROWNING 50 CALIBER MACHINEGUN. (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN XM20971. Cal. 50. Bbl is 45″ long. Manufactured by Colt and mounted on heavy tripod. Serial number with unusual “XM” prefix. bbl shroud has standard round ventilation holes for reduction of carry weight. Consignor states that this Browning was one of a number of machine guns which came from Colt’s Research & Development room to satisfy a a debt to a noted firearms designer for a design used on a colt pistol. Colt had not paid the designer, so he demanded, and received, the machine gun related contents of Colt’s R&D room as compensation. CONDITION: Un-issued condition but shows evidence of hand cycling. Orig finish excellent throughout. Action functions properly when cycled by hand. Wood handgrips have some gouges and scratches from handling. Overall an excellent specimen of the M2, 50 caliber machinegun. 4-37784 JWK12 (25,000-30,000)

**COLT MODEL 1914 “DIGGER” W/ LOW TRIPOD (C&R). SN 1805. Cal. 7mm. Bbl is 28″. Manufactured by Colt and includes orig, vintage, brass-headed, low mount tripod with wooden knee seat. Markings are all appropriate for the gun and parts appear to be all orig. Caliber suggests manufacture for Canadian forces. CONDITION: Overall finish is 75%. Three (3) horiz. scratches with some gauges on right front of receiver. Action functions smooth when cycled by hand and passes function test. Rifling is crisp with some pitting in the grooves, but overall shiny. Internal parts show evidence of use, but otherwise very serviceable. 4-37781 JWK10 (12,000-15,000)

**MG 08/15 MAXIM (C&R). SN 1601a. Cal. 8mm. 28″ bbl. Manufactured by M.A.N. (Machinen Fabrik Augsburg of Nurnberg) in 1918. Accessories include: orig pressed steel, bipod Model 1916, belt drum with hanger, one orig steel tab, cloth belt in poor to fair condition, one spare top cover marked “Erfurt 1918”, one orig brass tabbed cloth belt in serviceable condition with approximately 175 rnds of modern ammo, also reproduction leather carrying sling and adapter bracket to fire 08/15 from Bren tripod. Also included is desirable orig WWI German Maxim belt loader, complete in orig box with wall bracket and belt awl. Belt loader is marked “W. Sedlbauer, Munchen”. Serial Numbers on gun appear all matching. This weapon appears fully functional and serviceable. Firing mechanism operates smoothly when cycled by hand. Parts are well lubricated and functional. CONDITION: Overall dark brown smooth patina on water jacket, top cover contains less than 20% blue finish but is smooth. Fusee spring cover has some dents and dings but is orig and matching number to rest of arm, and shows remains of black enamel paint which has been chipping off. Pressed steel orig bipod has a coat of black enamel paint. Receiver side plates have a nice even brown patina. Buttstock SN matches rest of gun and has horizontal 4″ crack from butt forward on left side and 2 1/2″ corresponding cracks on right side. Also 1″ crack at top where stock meets receiver, and numerous dings and handling marks. But overall a handsome piece of wood. Hand grip is orig and although worn, is in good condition. Belt drum spindle moves smoothly when operated by hand. Drum retains 90% of green paint inside and out. Drum hanger serial number does not match gun. Belt loader accessory has non orig green paint. Wooden handles on belt loader although cracked are fully serviceable. Belt box also has non orig green paint. Difficult to find a more complete and matching 08/15. 4-37901 JWK23 (8,000-12,000)

**MADSEN MODEL 1914 (C&R). SN 430. Cal. 6.5mm Swedish. 22″ bbl. All exterior numbers matching. Includes one parkerized magazine, orig bipod, rear monopod with monopod scabbard attached to orig leather sling on gun. Also included are approx 800 rnds modern 6.5 mm ammo. Marked on right side of receiver “1917” above letter “A”. Internal feed ramp SN does not match rest of gun. Action moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This arm appears fully functional. CONDITION: Overall appearance very fine. Receiver retains 90% deep rich blue as does bbl shroud. Attractive crown over ornate letters proofmark on left side. Bipod retains 80% blue finish. Rear monopod is painted black enamel . Magazine is 90% black parkerized finish. Charging handle knob is white aluminum. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright with crisp rifling. Butt stock shows some scratches and handling marks. There is a 2 1/2″ chip approx 1/4″ deep missing at the bottom of the stock where it has received a hard blow. There is a repair at the top where a 1″ long chip was glued back into place. Wood has a beautiful grain pattern. Leather sling is hard and dark, cracked in some places but still serviceable. Rear monopod scabbard is dark leather with brass fasteners showing green verdigris. Leather is slightly hard but very serviceable. Overall very fine condition together with almost all matching numbers and included ammo make this a very attractive machine gun. 4-37894 JWK34 (13,000-18,000)

**U.S. MODEL 1909 BENET-MERCIE (C&R). SN 530. Cal. .30-06. 23″ bbl. Manufactured by Springfield Armory. Accessories include one orig .30-06 feed strip, bipod, and Warner & Swazey telescopic sight. This weapon appears fully functional. Firing mechanism moves freely when cycled by hand. Bipod operates freely. CONDITION: Gun retains 60% orig rust blue with light pitting and evidence of old corrosion on exterior of forearm and both sides of receiver. Some slight scaling on left of forearm. Bipod is very clean with 80% plus blue finish. Wood stock is an attractive dark color, very slightly loose where wood meets metal of receiver. Butt stock retaining screws shows evidence of removal and slight damage to grooves. Butt stock retaining screw does not seat all the way. There is slight 3/8″x 1/8″ chip out of stock right on the top. .30-06 feed strip is in very fine to excellent condition. Telescopic sight optics are clear and adjustment knobs functional. Rubber eye cup although present is hard and has broken off from sight. Bore is dark with some shine to lands. 4-37900 JWK33 (12,000-17,000)

**ITALIAN BREDA MODEL 30 MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 86395. Cal. 6.5mm. 23″ bbl. Accessories include one complete parts set, 5 brass chargers and 1 bipod. Also included 1 set RCBS 6.5×52 Carcano dies. Gun manufactured by Breda in Rome. This arm appears fully functional. Firing mechanism moves freely when cycled by hand. Bipod legs swivel properly. Bbl SN does not match rest of gun. CONDITION: Gun exhibits milling marks under dull blue finish indicating probable late war production. Bipod has brown patina on legs. Bore has crisp, strong rifling with lans bright in places. May clean up better. Bbl’s carrying handle appears to be wrapped with string covered by a waxy paper-like substance, which is vintage, probably meant to act as an insulator to heat. Permanently attached magazine has good spring tension and swings out freely. There is a slight dent at rear outer most edge which does not seem to affect functionality. Wooden grips and butt stock show numerous dings and handling marks. Butt stock is matching number to receiver with makers cartouche. Flip up shoulder rest moves freely. There is some evidence of surface rust on the underside of shoulder rest. Bolt and internals are in the white and polished as is correct, are matching to the gun, and are in excellent condition. Parts kit appears to be of an earlier vintage without milling marks as evident and better quality bluing, but with wear and some surface rust. Overall a very interesting machine gun system, especially impressive is the condition of the interior operating parts. 4-37906 JWK35 (10,000-15,000)

**HOTCHKISS PORTABLE MACHINE GUN MARK I (C&R). SN E-39267. Cal. .303. 23″ bbl. Accessories include one complete parts set, take down tool, and 4 flexible feed strips in metal sheathed wooden box with display ammo in one strip, and tripod. Spare parts kit shoulder extension retains wooden sheath around shaft and flip-up shoulder rest. This weapon appears fully functional. Action moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Tripod fits properly. CONDITION: This arm retains 80%+ rust blue finish. Hard rubber grips in good condition. Orig leather lanyard on shoulder extension is still serviceable and attached to retaining pin. However, small shoulder extension pin retains only 1 side of shoulder extension causing it to be loose. Bbl retains British proof marks and its number matches receiver. There is some evidence that this weapon may have at one time been a Dewat as there is some discoloration and grinding marks on left side of receiver and forearm where it joins the bbl. Does not affect the fit or overall handsomeness of this arm. Front sight post is missing from bbl. However, this is present on spare parts kit bbl. Bolt and bolt face is excellent. Bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. Bbl has integral steel mounting block for tripod. Tripod is marked “C.B.&S.” and on yoke marked “Hotchkiss .303 IN Gun” and is dated what appears to be “1913” and retains British proof marks. Spare bbl, marked “A28654” has carrying handle affixed to top of bbl where tripod mounts on steel mounting block, and also has an additional brass clamshell mounting block for tripod attached just above gas port tube, forward of gas port. This brass accessory on the spare bbl makes for greater flexibility when shooting. The spare parts kit included with this arm certainly enhances its value. 4-37902 JWK25 (8,000-12,000)

**JAPANESE TYPE 92 AIRCRAFT MACHINE GUN (AKA JAPANESE LEWIS) (C&R). SN Registered w/ATF under Assy #1883. Cal. 7.7 Japanese. 24″ bbl. Manufactured by Aichi Tokei Denki under supervision of Toyokawa Naval Arsenal in 1944 with SN 4233 (This SN can be updated with ATF). Characters forward of drum translate to “Model 1 for large aircraft”, which means probably a multi engined aircraft. Characters to rear of drum translate to “Type 92 7.7mm flexible aircraft machine gun”. These markings normally are surrounded by an oval cartouche. This arm is unusual in that no cartouche is present, probably because it is of late war manufacture. Accessories include one British made 47 rnd drum which is commonly found on Japanese Lewis guns, 1 spare, non Japanese hand grip in fair condition, and 2 rear spider sights. Front sight post is modern fabrication but displays well, and is functional. The other accessory is a German “Music stand” AA tripod with adapter for this arm. Gun mounting bracket appears orig but does not match SN on gun. Firing mechanism moves freely when cycled by hand. This arm appears fully functional. Tripod adjustments move freely. Pan magazine fits properly. SN on bbl does not match receiver number. Hand grip has British proof marks. CONDITION: Overall appearance is fairly well used. Bbl and receiver retains 40% blue finish, gray and thin in places. Gas tube was originally painted in black enamel and retains about 70% of this finish. Hand grip has dark brown wood showing only small dings and handling marks. Rear handle is leather covered. Leather is in good serviceable condition, oil cap has “LG” over “VSM” marking. Spider sight on gun is in good condition as is the spare spider sight. Bolt is in the white and is still very serviceable. Pan magazine appropriately marked with white paint on top rear just behind mounting hole to show proper position for mounting. Tripod legs and shaft retain 20% of orig green finish with remainder showing brown surface corrosion. Tripod head retains virtually no finish with Nazi “WaA62” proofmark. Black rubber resting block is not present. Bore is grimy and unclean but with very strong rifling midway through to the muzzle. Interesting and unusual markings on a late war Japanese Lewis together with a very functional shooting platform make this a desirable set-up for the Class 3 collector. 4-37898 JWK47 (8,000-12,000)

**LEWIS MODEL 1914 MANUFACTURES BY BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS (C&R). SN A15619. Cal. .303 British. Bbl is 31″ to end of the shroud. Includes one (1) orig 47 round pan magazine, marked “303 MK VI & VII” and bipod. normal wood buttstock and grip panels. Marked “Manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Co., England for Armes Automatique Lewis/BELGIUM” with broad arrow proof mark. Serial Number is a vintage re-number from orig. Yellow paint in inset of top of pan magazine. CONDITION: Overall finish is 60%, with patina. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand. Wood dark with oil stain and buttstock shows gouges and bruises from hard use. Stock has 1/2″ crack top, right hand side and there is a 2″x1″ inset repair at rear, top, spliced and pinned in. Bore is very bright, crisp and shiny. 4-37782 JWK11 (11,000-15,000)

**FRENCH CHAUCHAT MODEL 1915 (C&R). SN 117007. Cal. 8mm Lebel. 24″ bbl. Accessories includes bipod, one magazine in gun, spare bolt, box of reloads made from .348 Winchester and RCBS Trim die to make 8mm Lebel from .348 WIN. Also included is anti-aircraft spider sight. Gun appears all matching. CONSIGNOR STATES THIS GUN SHOOTS FINE! Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This arm appears fully functional. Magazine fits snugly in magazine well. CONDITION: Overall finish is 70% black enamel on gun with almost no paint remaining on bipod which shows nice even patina. Magazine also covered in black enamel. Charging handle has almost no paint left except for on grasping knob. Bolt is in the white and although well greased is in good condition. Wooden hand grip and handle forward of trigger guard is of attractive dark wood and in very good condition. Wooden butt stock is of a much lighter wood and shows numerous dings, scratches, and some wear. Spare bolt has been rendered unserviceable by dropping a spot of weld on firing pin hole. Spare bolt extractor is in good condition as are locking lugs. Spare bolt face is good except for a 1/8″ spot on edge where weld touched it. Bbl bore is mostly shiny, rifling visible near muzzle getting thin toward chamber. Condition of gun suggests that it is indeed a good shooter. 4-37896 JWK39 (7,000-10,000)

***MG-34 GERMAN MACHINE GUN (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN 9364a. Cal. 8mm. 24″ bbl. Manufactured by “DOT” Waffenwerk Brunn, Czechoslovakia under German occupation, dated 1945. Accessories include: orig MG-34 lafette tripod, two spare bbls, one orig 50 rnd drum, anti-aircraft post for lafette with MG-42 yoke, MG-34 AA sight, post war carrying handle, modern adapter to fit gun to “music stand” anti-aircraft tripod, orig gunner’s kit in pebble leather box, 14 orig MG-34 belt segments and 3 starter tabs, and approx 100 rnds modern ammo and 50 rnds display ammo. Also a copy of collector grade MG-34-MG-42 book by Folke Myrvang. Also includes orig wooden transit chest. Receiver and bbl shroud have matching numbers. Rest of gun parts appear mismatched. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand, cams on receiver are in excellent condition. This arm appears fully functional. All three bbls are Isreali made. The two spare bbls are chrome lined. Tripod appears fully functional. Traverse and elevation moved freely. Dated “1942 bkh 4099a” on traverse mechanism and 1943 “fsu 4922a” on cradle, which has later style brass deflector. Steel base for optical sight block on tripod is present with serviceable mounting holes but no aluminum optical block base present. CONDITION: Gun retains 50% of light grey finish on receiver with less on top cover. Overall gun has nice light gray patina. Muzzle and booster contain 95%+ of refinish. Bipod included is orig WWII German w/o leg adjustment knob appropriate for this late war vintage gun. Wood buttstock has numberous dings from handling typical. Overall very good with one small crack on right side. Top cover and feed block serial numbers match. Tripod retains 80%+ green enamel paint. Tripod backpads retain canvas covering and have the same light green paint as rest of tripod. Lubrication oil cap on tripod is present. 50 rnd drum has had lid retaining clasp broken off and it is missing. This does not affect, however, the functionality of the item when mounted on gun. Gunners kit includes a 2nd AA spider sight, orig broken case extractor, muzzle wrench, lubrication oil can, and spare bolt, which although numbered, does not match gun. Pebble leather gunners box is fully serviceable although has one small gouge on top cover. All in all this appears to be a highly functional shooters set-up. Matching serial numbered 1945 dated receivers and shrouds are scarce. 4-37884 JWK24 (8,000-12,000)

***VICKERS FLUTED JACKET MARK I WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN (PRE 86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN ET168. Cal. .303 and 8 mm. 30″ bbl. This gun has a mixture of “VSM” parts and “MA” (Australian) made parts. Accessories include Mark IV tripod, Vickers Mark I dial sight and bracket, conversion parts to shoot in 8mm Mauser, spare British top cover, back plate, crank, and numerous small parts as well as spare smooth water jacket. Also included are three tabless cloth belts, one of which consignor states are for 8mm. Also, one brass tabbed Vickers belt in sand colored metal can. There is one spare .303 lock which consignor states has a broken firing pin and won’t shoot. There is also a copy of Dolf Goldsmith’s Vickers book. Also includes wooden transit chest w/o any internal blocks. Firing mechanism operates smoothly when cycled by hand. Gun traverses on tripod freely. Elevation moves smoothly. CONDITION: Side plates, fusee cover, top cover, and charging handle all retain 80%+ nice smooth bluing. Back plate has about 30% blue remaining on metal surfaces. Wooden handles show some dings from handling but are of a dark attractive wood. The fluted water jacket is covered in 90% green paint except around steel trunion where markings are “7.92/303” as well as SN. Muzzle booster on gun is of the later armored front type. Feed block is of the std brass type, with WWII markings. Tripod has unusual “gas can” brass spout attached by chain to the tripod head. Bore of .303 bbl in gun is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. 8mm bbls bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. 8mm conversion parts include one all-steel feed block, unarmored muzzle with muzzle cup, 8mm bolt, and 8mm extractor. Tripod has dark green paint over 80% of surface areas. Head is of the std brass configuration. Fluted jacket and ability to change into multiple calibers make this a highly desirable water cooled machine gun. 4-37885 JWK27 (8,000-12,000)

***BRITISH BREN MARK I (PRE 86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN X9407. Cal. .303 British. 25″ bbl. Manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms, England. Year of manufacture 1943. Accessories include 1 parts set including magazine and bbl, 2 spare bbls, 3 magazines in WWII vintage canvas carrier plus gunners kit in WWII vintage canvas carrying case, and 12 more magazines in orig steel magazine carrier. Magazine carrier retains orig armorers inspection tag indicating they are serviceable as of June 1955. Also included is bipod and Bren tripod with T&E and book entitled “The Bren Gun Saga” by Thomas B. Dugelby. Guns firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. Magazines fit well into magazine well. Traverse and elevation mechanism on tripod work well. Tripod includes AA extension leg which fits into frame. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine. Receiver shows less than 50% orig blue w/patches of bare metal showing through gray patina. Bbl retains 95% or more grey green finish. Gas port housing is bare light gray metal. BBl markings of bbl on gun indicate Australian manufacture. Bbl SN does not match receiver. Magazines all have deep blue finish. Butt stock is in very fine condition with matching number to receiver. Very few dings or nicks but there is one 1″ x 1/16″ expert repair horizontally across top of stock, just to the rear of where stock meets receiver. Hand grip shows dings and small chipping but is of same rich deep brown color as butt stock. Bipod has scratches and finish is about 60%. Bbl’s wooden carrying handle also in fine condition and wood color matches other wood furniture on this arm. Tripod has typical green paint covering more than 90%. This is an attractive and very serviceable gun of a highly effective and popular design. 4-37886 JWK38 (13,000-18,000)

**HOTCHKISS MODEL 1909 MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 23069. Cal. 8mm Lebel and includes 9 feed strips, 1 of which has 6 rnds orig 8mm Lebel ammo. Consignor states that this gun’s action is sluggish and needs some work if to be used as top flight shooter. Consignor further states they acquired it from a museum that closed firearms section. Action is stiff when cycled by hand. Flash hider is not present. CONDITION: Overall appearance is excellent. Near 100% bright blue refinish. Bbl, feed shuttle, and receiver all matching numbers. Rear sight is stiff and slide lock moves with difficulty but seems functional. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright with strong rifling. An extremely attractive firearm with lots of potential as a project. 4-37893-1 JWK41 (5,000-8,000)

**HOTCHKISS PORTABLE MACHINE GUN MARK I (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN E28477. Cal. .303. 22″ bbl. Model 1911. Accessories include orig tripod, transit chest and box of 10 feed strips. Firing mechanism operates smoothly when operated by hand. Although registered as fully transferable, this weapon has been rendered unserviceable by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal. Bolt is untouched and in fine condition. Tripod functions well and smoothly. Detachable shoulder extension fits well and retains orig serviceable leather lanyard for retaining pin. Orig transit chest SN does not match the gun but is correct vintage. Orig feed strip box leather handle has cracked but is still serviceable as is retaining buckle and leather. Exterior stenciling has been reapplied with orig stenciling underneath legible. Marked “Box. AMMN. Feed. Strips. Hotchkiss. 303. Gun. Mk. II.” Box has a crack running lengthwise of narrow side which does not detract from functionality or appearance. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is 95%+. Outstanding finish on arm itself deep blue finish. Bbl SN matches receiver. Grips retain all the fine checkering. Gun is matching numbered throughout. Tripod is dated 1918 correctly marked with British proofmarks and “Hotchkiss 303 Gun “. Tripod manufacturer by C.B.&S./Steel surfaces on tripod liberally coated with oil . All parts are orig vintage including the cotter pins. Rear shoulder extension also has British proofmark and broad arrow. Overall, an exceedingly fine specimen. 4-37882 JWK18 (8,000-10,000)

**MG 08 DWM MAXIM GUN. (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 43432. Cal.8 mm. 28″ bbl. Manufactured by DWM. Year of manufacture 1918. Included is orig sled mount. Numbers on gun appear mostly matching. Although registered as fully transferable this arm has been rendered unserviceable by welding the bbl chamber shut and welding the bbl to both the receiver plates as well as to the feed block. Cocking handle moves slightly but is jammed. Feed block lower actuating arm is broken off. Feed block cartridge shuttle does move back and forth. No bolt in receiver. Flash hider is a cosmetic nonfunctional fake but appears well on arm. Front sight blade is missing. Front sight post cracked. Chain and water fill plug at rear of water jacket present. Chain and drain plug at front of jacket also present; however drain plug fitting is missing. Trigger mechanism operates freely. Top cover and receiver are marked “DWM” marked with SN and “M.G.08. D.W.M. Berlin. 1918.” Side plate is marked “3432d” and “DWM”. Sled mount is covered with black enamel paint with some evidence of orig, green paint underneath black enamel. Sled mount also shows old corrosion under paint as well as evidence of damaged front leg at forefront; also forward crossmember is missing/broken off. Skid mount leg detent levers move when actuated by hand yet legs are frozen in position. Levers and traverse mechanisms do not move. Top strap over yoke for gun is present; however, one wing nut and bolt is missing and replaced with a stove bolt. Resting pads missing but metal bases are present as is commonly found. Bolt storage boxes have corrosion inside but covers are present; latches do not move. CONDITION: Water jacket contains 90% of blue grey paint. Fusee spring cover apparently rusted to receiver and shows deep pitting but is otherwise complete. Hand grip stocks show one deep gouge on right rear and several small cracks, yet are handsome. Overall finish on top plate and side plates is very good. 85%+ blue finish. Fusee spring cover appears unusually pitted next to fine bluing on receiver. Right rear sled mount leg is slightly bent but this does not affect the overall display appearance. Overall a handsome display gun. 4-37876 JWK22 (6,000-8,000)

**ONE OF A KIND HK 21E-PDW. SN A057331. Cal. 308. Starting life as a fully transferable, registered receiver G3 this gun has been modified as the only 21E-PDW that we are aware of. All custom work done by RDTS and serialized #001 on right receiver(actual firearm is serialized & registered as A057331. Engraved with the following“HK Custom 21E-PDW #001 RDTS Cave Creek, AZ HK”. Receiver top remarked “HK21E-PDW”. Left side receiver marked“HK In a world of compromise, some men don’t HK”. With a 9″ quick change bbl and 32″ overall length this .308 belt fed monster is certain to attract attention on any firing line. utilizes club foot stock with tripod attachment and 4 position trigger pack. Complete with belt feed box. CONDITION: As new, from factory freshening and retains virtually all of its factory restored finish. Belt feed mechanism shows light polishing of the parkerization as an immediate effect of test firing. Firearm functions properly when cycled by hand, and at the owner’s request was returned to mfg for detailed inspection prior to sale. This cataloguer’s experience with this firearms includes live fire where the gun performed flawlessly. 4-37672 JZ1 (25,000-35,000)

**GERMAN WWII MP44 ASSAULT RIFLE (C&R). SN 1625s/44. Cal. 8mm Kurz(7.92x33mm). 16-1/4″ bbl. Receiver marked MP44 and manufactured by Merz Werk, Frankfurt (COS) w/ Haenel mfg.(WaA37) milled and cast parts, w/Erma (Wa280) final proof. Manufactured 1944, buttstock is lesser height type for vehicle mount. Parts are all matching to include bolt , which is of the earlier type, without recession next to extractor. Orig hard, brown, plastic (Kunststoff) grips, orig leather sling and correct orig Haenel mag. Action functions smoothly by hand; mag fits properly into mag well; trigger group passes function check in both full and semi auto. Takedown tool incl. in butt trap as well as reproduction German operating manual. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is very good to excellent. 85%+ orig blue finish, overall. Stock has some dings and handling marks, but no cracks. Small drilled screw hole on right side of stock approx. 1/2″ forward of sling slot. Bore is shiny and bright in excellent condition. It would be difficult to find a specimen in better condition. 4-37292 JWK1 (15,000-20,000)

**GERMAN MP43 ASSAULT RIFLE (C&R). SN 7193g. Cal. 8mmKurz (7.92×33). 16 1/2″ bbl. Manufactured by “COS”-“WaA44” Merz-Werk, Frankfurt, “37” with prime contractor C.G.Haenel Suhl proofmark. Other contractor proofmarks evident include “ce” J.P.Sauer, and “623” Steyr on charging handle. Lower handgrip housing is marked “WaA21”. Upper receiver is marked “MP 43” while lower handgrip housing is marked “71939” SN/”44″, as is sometimes found. Accessories include 2 magazines, 1 marked “fxo” C.G.Haenel, and the other “gqm” Lock & Hartenberger. The Haenel marked magazine is also marked “MKb 42 u.MP 43”, denoting early manufacture. Also included is leather sling, magazine charger, and takedown tool. Sling appears orig. Takedown tool and charger are unmarked. Also included are two 20-rnd boxes of post-war production, steel cased 7.92×33 ammo, RCBS 8 mm Kurz die set, and hardcover book “The German Assault Rifle 1934-1945″ by Peter R. Senich. SN’s appear matching between receiver, hand grip, and butt stock. However, bolt and charging handle/operating rod do not match rest of gun. Bolt is of the earlier type without recession near extractor as found more often on MP43 marked guns. This weapon appears fully functional. Action moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Magazines fit firmly into magazine well. Weapon passes function check. CONDITION: Overall brown patina on higher metal surfaces with darker blue in recessed surfaces. Approx 70% blue overall Some extremely minor, almost unnoticeable pits on sides of receiver and in the recessed areas of the hand grip. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright with strong rifling. Looking very closely at chamber there is barely noticeable evidence that bolt at one time may have been welded forward. Hand grips are wood. There is a a very slight chip out of the lower bottom forward edge of the right grip panel as well as dings and rubbings. The butt stock is orig, with matching number to gun and has a 3” crack from the butt forward. Also on the left side, very lightly carved, and what seems to be vintage, are the letters “H. HESS”. The metal hardware of the butt stock has a smooth light gray patina. The butt stock retaining pin appears orig but is rather worn on the tip where the spring is. Bolt and operating rod are in good clean condition, and serial number do not match rest of gun. The “gqm” marked magazine is clean with deep rich bluing marked, “MP44” and has a non-matching SN scratched on left side in small numbers. The other “fxo” marked magazine has evidence of corrosion and pitting but still retains much of its bluing. This weapon shows evidence of use, with damage to butt stock consistent with “banging on doors”, it is still an interesting and fine example of the landmark assault rifle chambered for an intermediate sized cartridge; a welcome addition to any Class 3 collection. 4-37905 JWK32 (12,000-16,000)

**BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE MODEL 1918 (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 109085. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Model 1918. Manufactured by Winchester. Bbl indicates year of manufacture November 1918. Accessories include takedown tool, early checkered forearm as well as orig wooden buttstock. However, spare wooden buttstock is missing buttplate. Spare buttstock and forearm are in good condition with some small gouges and chips. Spare forearm has chip out of interior which does not affect fit or exterior appearance. Forward sling swivel is missing on gun. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when cycled by hand. Although registered as fully transferable, this weapon has been rendered unserviceable by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal. Bolt and bolt face in excellent condition. Touch of weld on right-hand side of receiver at junction where bbl meets receiver, resulting in very minor blemish to overall appearance. Drop of weld also on forward detent pin, again almost unnoticeable to observer. CONDITION: Overall 40% of blue and nice gray patina. Numerous small pits on bbl. Three small vice marks on bbl just forward of receiver. Bbl markings were partially buffed, yet are still visible with flaming bomb proof mark and dated “11-18”. Flaming bomb mark also evident on top of bbl just forward of receiver, as well as on top of receiver just forward of rear sight. Flash hider missing at muzzle. Gas regulator is of a later replacement type. Forearm is of the smooth wooden WWII type as is the carrying handle. Forearm has 1/2″ gouge vertically on left side as well as some small dings and chips. Buttstock is of the hard resin type, dark brown to black. Shoulder rest on buttplate moves up and down smoothly with correct tension. However, shoulder rest shows evidence of field repair at top junction where it was broken and welded. Overall a very interesting specimen of what was probably a WWII issued and used firearm. 4-37877 JWK17 (15,000-20,000)

**CARL GUSTAF MODEL 1921 ( AKA SWEDISH BAR) (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 7035. Cal. 6.5×55 Swedish. 24″ bbl. Model 1921. Manufactured by “Gevars”. Year of manufacture 1931. Includes orig tripod and magazine. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Although registered as fully transferable, this weapon has been rendered unserviceable by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal. Bolt is untouched and in excellent condition. CONDITION: Overall 95%+. Bright blue finish. Swedish proofmarks throughout and all matching numbers except for buttplate. Checkered forearm shows several deep bruises and a pea-size chip on right top rear but overall very handsome maple wood. Buttstock also checkered, missing sight disc at left rear, also significant yet excellent 4″ long x 1″ wide repair where center of buttstock meets receiver. Slight weld marks evident on right and left sides of receiver where bbl meets receiver. Deep rust bluing, maple wood furniture, and high quality Swedish craftsmanship makes this a handsome piece. 4-37874 JWK19 (8,000-11,000)

**M-14 RIFLE on SMITH REGISTERED RECEIVER (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN FA00167. Cal. 308. 25″ bbl with flash hider. Includes 3 magazines. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional and passes function check. CONDITION: 80% of gray parkerized finish remains on receiver and bbl. Gas port housing, selector bar, and bolt show 50% blue finish typical as occurs with use. Aluminum buttplate is firmly attached with non-standard screws. Steel shoulder rest moves freely but is well worn and shows evidence of old corrision underneath a painted finish and is fully functional. Wooden stock shows typical dings and handling marks with small chip at base of inlet for magazine well. Stock also shows circle “P” proof mark with Eagle under three stars within a square on left side of stock. Handguard is of the hard brown plastic type. Bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling. Magazines have black parkerized finish. 4-37887 JWK20 (8,000-12,000)

**COLT THOMPSON MODEL 1921AC SUBMACHINE GUN (C&R). SN 14280. Cal. 45ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl with orig Cutts compensator and vertical foregrip. Orig 1921 internal parts include 50 round “L” mag marked “Auto-Ordnance Corp”, military issue with Parkerized finish; incl. correct commercial stock without sling swivels and Lyman rear sight. Also incl. blue velvet lined hard case with reinforced leather corners and fasteners marked “Eagle Lock Co.”, and cleaning rod. Also Orig. nickel plated oiler in butt stock trap. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand; mechanism functions properly. CONDITION: Overall appearance is simply outstanding, 99%+ Colt deep, blue finish, at the top of their art. Wood is also outstanding with very minor handling marks. Leather coverings where the carrying handle meets the case are frayed and damaged, but because of the internal steel of the handle the functionality is not affected. Bore is shiny and bright. 4-37287 JWK2 (20,000-27,500)

**MP40 SUB MACHINE GUN ON FLEMING REGISTERED RECEIVER (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 35480. Cal. 9mm. 10″ bbl. Manufactured by “bnz, WaA623”, Steyr, dated 1943. Bbl also marked “WaA623”. Front sight protection ear assembly is a replacement, mismatched to rest of gun and held by roll-pin. Front sight post also appears to be replacement. Otherwise gun appears all matching numbers in bbl, receiver, lower stock assembly, swing out shoulder extension, and even the bolt. Accessories include 6 orig magazines and magazine loader in reproduction magazine pouches. Magazines appear clean and serviceable as does magazine loaders. Also included is what appears to be orig leather sling with correct cross hatching and stitching. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when cycled by hand. Magazines fit smoothly into magazine well. CONDITION: Finish on receiver and stock extension is a shiny 85% with brown patina on magazine housing and extractor, visible when bolt is closed. Bore is excellent, shiny & bright. Bbl has shiny blue finish. Bakelite (Kunststoff) stock is of the attractive dark brown and is in fine condition. Grips are of the black bakelite type and are in good condition. Swing out shoulder stock moves freely yet firmly and locks in the extended position with only about 1/4″ of play when in the extended position. The only non Steyr marked part on this gun is the bolt lock handle which is marked (ayf) which denotes ERMA manufacturer. Overall a very attractive and matching MP40. 4-37892 JWK30 (8,000-12,000)

**GERMAN MP18/I (C&R). SN 1740. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. Manufactured by Bergmann, of Suhl, Germany. Includes one snail drum magazine in fine to very fine condition with magazine cover. Numbers appear to be all matching except for the stock which is mismatched to rest of arm. Snail drum magazine number “9214” does not match gun. Action operates smoothly when cycled by hand. Magazine fits smoothly into magazine well. CONDITION: This gun has been nicely refinished in a non-military blue. Perforated bbl shroud retains 85% of this finish as does magazine housing. Receiver has 80% of finish remaining. There is evidence of light polishing on some of the proof marks. However, model designation, SN, and commercial proof marks are still crisp and clear. There is some extremely light import markings on top of magazine housing. There is also evidence that this weapon was at one time rendered unserviceable by welding the bolt in the forward position. However, bolt SN matches rest of gun as does bbl. Bolt is in the white as is correct, with commercial Eagle proof mark and SN visible when bolt is in the cocked position. Finish on receiver shows some speckling and some scratches although very smooth. Sling swivel is present under bbl shroud but rear sling swivel is missing. Screw on bbl shroud is not fully seated. Stock has minor dings and scratches but still shows non-matching SN on left side and proof mark is detectable on right side. Butt plate SN matches rest of gun, as do all metal parts. Snail drum magazine appears fully functional with good spring tension and includes magazine cover. The snail drum itself has a nice brown patina on 70% orig finish. Reinforcement on snail drum clamshell shows 30% of finish. 4-37903 JWK29 (8,000-12,000)

**MP28/II (C&R). SN 18793. Cal. 9mm. Bbl is 7-3/4″.THIS IS A DEWAT THAT HAS BEEN RE-ACTIVATED. Select fire with correct proof marks consistent with police issue, crown over “n” throughout; magazine marked “C.G. Haenel” with correct markings, “S.K.16.2” (“S” for Schutzpolizei; “K” district of Koslin; “16” Battalion 16; “2” 2nd Company) consistent with police issue. Replacement bbl with sharp rifling. Underside of where receiver meets shroud shows slight grinding mark as evidence of re-activation work, but still overall very handsome. Bolt is in the white and polished, as is correct. Cocking handle has WWII safety conversion using MP40 sliding stop with proof mark for C.G.Haenel. Receiver tube recessed for same. Stock is mismatched to rest of gun as are several smaller parts, typical of reactivation. This arm was typically issued to police and sometimes to SS units. CONDITION: Blued finish is 80%+ with blemish at underside where receiver meets shroud as noted above. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand and passes function check. Magazine moves clear and free into well. Wood shows typical gouges and handling marks. Replacement bbl has some frosting in the grooves but is shiny and bright. 4-37783 JWK8 (8,000-10,000)

**LANCHESTER MARK I (C&R). SN 76379. Cal. 9 mm. 8″ bbl. Year of manufacture 1943. Accessories include orig web sling and web carrier with 3 magazines, magazine loader, and orig Lanchester bayonet marked GR under a crown, maker is Anderson. Overall length is 21 5/8″, blade is 17″. Bayonet scabbard is leather with metal furnishings. Gun has brass magazine housing and buttplate typical of this arm. This arm appears fully functional although there is evidence on the rear of the bbl that at one time it may have been welded shut. Bolt face and extractor appear excellent. Weapon passes function check. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when cycled by hand. CONDITION: Retains 90% of black enamel finish. Wood has a 1/2″ gouge on left side as well as small dings but overall very smooth. Bore is shiny and bright with crisp rifling.Bayonet is in serviceable fair condition. 4-37897 JWK21 (6,000-9,000)

**AMERICAN ARMS INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN 180 M-2 22LR (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN B01882. Cal. 22LR. Bbl is 18″ with compensator. Accessories include two (2) winders, one (1) rotary mag, and a wooden block aid for winders. Composite stock. Attachment for shoulder stock fits well. Bbl is made in Austria and receiver made in America. CONDITION: Functions smoothly when cycled by hand, fires from an open bolt. Winders and magazine seems to operate appropriately. Passes function check in full and semi auto. Retains 97%+ of blue finish. Bore is shiny and bright. Detachable shoulder stock fits well. 4-37293 JWK4 (7,000-10,000)

***BERETTA MODEL 93R (Pre-86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN B76098Z. Cal. 9mm. Bbl is 6″ with compensator. Comes in cardboard box with two (2) magazines, detachable stock extension and cleaning brushes. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is 99%+ bright, blue. Functions smoothly when cycled by hand and passes functions check. Magazines fit properly in magazine well. Bright, shiny bore. 4-37291 JWK7 (13,500-17,500)

***WALTHER MPL 9MM (Pre-86 DEALER SAMPLE). SN 11689. Cal. 9mm. 10-1/4″ bbl. Vintage arm, with Panzer-grey enameled finished folding stock, includes three (3) mags with web & canvas carrying case. “68” next to Walther antler logo on lower receiver indicates year of manufacture. Magazines fit smoothly and properly into well and all are properly marked as “Walther/MP 9 mm”. CONDITION: Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand and firing mechanism passes functions check. Has grey, Parkerized finish. Hard, plastic grips are in excellent condition. Matching upper and lower receiver. Bright, shiny bore, excellent rifling. 4-37289 JWK3 (3,000-7,000)

**UZI MODEL A 9MM (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN SA-17986. Cal. 9mm. Bbl is 10-1/4″. Receiver is marked “Action Arms Ltd Phila. PA” on right side. Includes web sling. Composite forend with swing-out, extendable buttstock and grip safety (standard with this model). Solitary front post sight with spare blade sight accessory. Gun is marked as converted from semi to full auto by American Arms. CONDITION: Overall 99%+ finish, bbl is grey Parkerized. Action functions smoothly by hand and passes functions check in full and semi-auto. Bore is shiny and bright. 4-37288 JWK6 (4,000-7,000)

**ERMA EMP (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 14209. Cal. 9mm. Bbl 10″. Model EMP. Manufactured by ERMA. Although registered as fully transferable, this refinished Dewat has been rendered unserviceable. Trigger mechanism works freely. CONDITION: Overall appearance 90% bright blue finish over some grinding marks where welding rendered this arm unserviceable. Stock shows numerous dings and handling marks but overall this arm is a handsome example. Serial number matches on receiver bbl, shroud and magazine housing. Eagle over “N” commercial proof mark evident on bolt as well as receiver. Rear sight base has Eagle over “280” ERMA. This is one of numerous examples where guns of commercial manufacture and proof marks were taken into military service with military proof marks subsequently added. 4-37873 JWK15 (3,000-5,000)

**BERGMANN MP35/I (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 3183. Cal. 9mm. Bbl 9-3/4″. Model MP/I. Manufactured by “ajf” Junker und Ruh AG of Karlsruhe. Year of manufacture 1941. Includes 1 magazine and has notable “SS” markings on receiver. Appears all matching, including wooden stock. Although registered as fully transferable, this arm has been rendered unserviceable by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal. Bolt face appears serviceable and very clean where base of cartridge meets bolt, and extractor is in good condition where it grasps cannelure of cartridge. However, slight evidence of grinding where apparently the bolt was at one time welded to the bbl and receiver. Action functions smoothly when cycled by hand. Recoil spring has strong tension. CONDITION: Exterior metal services show approximately 50% orig blued finish. Magazine is 85%+ blued finish but has one dime-sized rust spot on forward lower quarter. Spring tension is very strong. Bolt is in the white and polished as is correct. Numbers match throughout. Eagle over “N” commercial proof mark on receiver as well as bolt. Eagle over dbl lightning bolts followed by “ZZA1” proof mark on left of receiver consistent with issue to “SS”. Although forward sling swivel is present rear sling swivel is missing. Wood shows dings and scratching from handling. Bolt, when closed, shows 1/4″ grind mark but overall this piece is still quite handsome. “SS” markings enhance the desirability as does the 1-pc wooden stock and smooth buttplate. 4-37872 JWK13 (4,000-7,000)

**STEN MARK III (C&R REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 13487. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. Model Mark III. Includes 32 round magazine and leather sling. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand and passes function check. Although registered as fully transferable this weapon has been rendered unserviceable by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal. Magazine fits well into magazine well. CONDITION: 90% of black enamel. This arm is a typical example of the Sten Mark III with detachable stock and bolt which locks in the forward position. However, due to the nature of the bbl being plugged, bolt will not come quite forward enough to lock in the forward position. 4-37875 JWK16 (5,000-8,000)

**LANCHESTER MARK I SUBMACHINE GUN (C&R-REGISTERED DEWAT). SN H77815. Cal. 9mm. Bbl 8″. Model Mark I. Year of manufacture 1944. Orig 50 round magazine and orig leather sling. Has a typical brass magazine housing and buttplate. Although registered as fully transferable, this arm has been rendered unserviceable, by plugging the chamber with some unknown metal, and bolt face including extractor have been ground off beyond serviceability. However, action functions smoothly when cycled by hand and passes function check. Spring tension is strong. CONDITION: Overall blued finish is 80% with patina on top of receiver. Stock has some gouges and dings from handling but is smooth from light sanding. Leather sling is turning hard but still very serviceable. Brass fittings show green verdigris. Orig grease in trigger group, and underside of receiver. Typical British proof marks. Magazine has gray parkerized finish. Typical WWII example. 4-37878 JWK14 (4,000-6,000)

**MADSEN M50 9MM (REGISTERED DEWAT). SN 44416. Cal. 9mm. Bbl is 8″. Manufactured by Denmark. Bbl is plugged with some unknown metal. Magazine is present with no follower, spring or floorplate. Folding tubular stock with leather covering around rear. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is typical of sheet metal construction with black enamel finish. Action functions smoothly by hand. Stamped sheet metal receiver spreading slightly just to the rear of the bolt. Currently unserviceable due to plug in bbl. Trigger mechanism does function properly. 4-37669 JWK5 (3,000-7,000)

**ITHACA AUTO & BURGLAR 20 GA DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN (AOW). SN 368707. 20 ga. Bbl is 10″. Manufactured by Ithaca and comes with a rare, factory leather flap holster and leather, fleece lined pistol rug. Wood stocks and forend with strong clean checkering and case colours very strong overall and a deep, lustrous blue on triggerguard. Engraving shows pointing dog on left and right sides. CONDITION: Overall appearance of metal is 80%+, blue finish with 70%+ case colours. Stock checkering is strong. Action is tight and mechanics crisp. Lever shows spot loss of blueing. Bores are clean and shiny. No dents or marks to bbls. Holster is sound with some cracks and wear. 4-37290 JWK9 (2,000-5,000)

**UNFIRED TIPPMAN FULLY AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONAL MINIATURE REPLICA OF BROWNING M2 .50 CAL. HB MACHINE GUN. (C&R). SN FA8. Cal. .22 magnum. 18-1/4″ bbl. Accessories include, ammunition box bracket, scale tri-pod with T&E mechanism. 2 miniature ammo boxes with cloth belts and orig wooden crate with operators manual. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Arm appears fully functional. Tri-pod parts move freely as does T&E. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is like new. Gun appears unfired and new in box. 100% bluing on all surfaces. Feed shuttle has a plum color as does the exterior guide rails next to cocking handle. Orig wooden crate is in excellent condition, appears as new except for slight traces of corrosion on hinges and on one latch. Leather carrying handles are excellent, supple, and pliable. Workmanship, finish and appearance is simply outstanding. For the Class III collector who cannot find or afford a full sized .50 cal. Browning gun, this would make an attractive alternative. 4-37909 JWK43 (12,500-17,500)

**SCARCE CASED TIPPMAN FULLY AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONAL MINIATURE SCALE REPLICA OF MODEL 1919A4 BROWNING AIR COOLED MACHINE GUN (C&R). SN AL106. Cal.22 LR. 11″ bbl. Model 1919. accessories include scale tri-pod, 2 ammo boxes with cloth belts and Remington ammunition, plus 3rd spare cloth belt with ammunition and orig wooden crate with operators manual. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Tri-pod traverses and elevates freely as does T&E mechanism. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is excellent to new. 99% orig finish. Top cover and retaining latch have a plum color as does feed shuttle. Internal parts are “in the white” and polished. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Tri-pod base also has plum color. Legs are blued. There is some slight evidence of corrosion on base of tri-pod leg and some slight wear to the bluing where the locking mechanism collars slide to extend the tri-pod legs. There is a 1/8″ diameter plum orange blemish to the bluing on the right rear tri-pod legs. Wooden crate is also in excellent condition but there is some slight corrosion on the metal furnishings, and there is a small 1/4″ crack in the wood on the right rear side of the crate. Leather carrying handles are excellent supple and pliable. None of this detracts in any way from the attractiveness of this wonderful and fully functional miniature of the classic Browning Model 1919 A4. 4-37907 JWK42 (12,500-17,500)

*RARE AND DESIRABLE UNFIRED TIPPMAN SEMI AUTOMATIC FUNCTIONAL MINIATURE SCALE REPLICA OF BROWNING MODEL 1917 A1 MACHINE GUN. SN 6. Cal. .22 LR. 10″ bbl. Accessories include tri-pod with T&E mechanism, 2 wooden ammo boxes, 4 cloth belts with ammunition and orig fitted wooden crate. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when cycled by hand. Tri-pod parts move freely. This arm appears fully functional as semi auto only. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is absolutely outstanding. Beautiful polished brass endcap and trunion and functional water filler and drain plugs. 99% bright blue finish on water jacket and receiver plates. Top cover and feed shuttle are plum color as is reinforcement bottom strap and metal part of hand grip. Beautiful wooden hand grip. Internal parts are “in the white” and are highly polished as is the charging handle. Bore is excellent as new. Upon close examination, one may discern several light marks on water jacket from handling. Tri-pod pintle is a plum color, and there are some slight traces of corrosion on the leg platform and where locking collars telescope on rear tri-pod legs, all this almost unnoticeable. Wooden crate is excellent and as new. Leather carrying straps are excellent, supple and pliable. Wooden ammo boxes have brass hinges and are also extremely attractive. Bore is as new. It is hard to imagine a more attractive miniature model of this classic American firearm which saw service in both World Wars. 4-37908 JWK44 (7,500-12,500)

*SUPERB UNFIRED FURR ARMS 1/3 SCALE MODEL OF 1874 GATLING GUN. SN 08. Cal. .22 rim fire. 14 1/2″ bbls. Manufactured by Furr Arms on beautiful walnut wheeled carriage. Bright brass furnishings throughout including brass rims on outside diameter of wheels. Gun itself is of brass. This Gatling gun has 10 blued steel bbls. Includes functioning brass Broadwell feed drum which holds 240 rnds. Operating the crank handle causes the bbl to rotate and the firing mechanism to cycle. This arm is apparently fully functional. Traverse and elevation mechanism on carriage moves freely. Model is 32″ wide, 42″ long, and 25″ high. CONDITION: Overall excellent to like new condition with the only exception being that the crank lever is very slightly bent at the end and the handle is cross threaded, but still fits on lever and is functional. Bores of the bbls are as excellent as the exterior. This arm may be unfired. Beautiful, shiny brass parts on wooden carriage make this an outstanding display gun or tremendous recreational piece. 4-37910 JWK49 (10,000-15,000)

WONDERFUL REPRODUCTION OF THE RARE MODEL 1866 1″ PERCUSSION GATLING GUN ON FIELD CARRIAGE. Cal. 1″. Spectacular hand crafted reproduction 1″ percussion M1866 Gatling gun with 1871 improvements, six 43-1/2″ bbls and 3-5/8″ trunnions with brass housing. mounted on an accurately reproduced 1860’s artillery field carriage which was the same carriage as used on the orig guns. This is the only known reproduction of the now believed extinct M 1866 1″ Percussion Gatling gun. Only sixty-two of the orig 1″ Gatling guns were ever made, with sixty-one of them made in 1866 and one more in 1871. Reference The Gatling Gun Notebook, Hughes, p. 6 & 11. Six of the orig guns were made at the Miles H. Greenwood Foundry in Cincinnati, Ohio which burned down with all the blueprints & patterns destroyed. Production was moved to the Cincinnati Type Foundry Works where there were thirteen more made and then the Cooper Firearms Mfg. Co. made eight more. Later in 1866 production was transferred to Colt’s Patent Firearms Mfg. Co. in Hartford, apparently where the balance of the production was completed. Most of these were sold as military surplus to Francis Bannerman in 1902 who resold them to foreign governments and presumably they are now destroyed. Percussion Gatling guns use a separate loaded chamber with percussion musket cap on a nipple at the closed end and are fed from a stick magazine style hopper into the rotating breech mechanism which fires them in their turn and drops the empty out the bottom for re-use. This fine reproduction Gatling is accompanied by 24 machined steel chambers with an O-ring groove around the front end for gas seal. Also accompanied by two of the sheet metal stick magazine hoppers, and 2 boxes of cleaning gear & spare parts. This carriage is by J.C. Bidwell of Pittsburgh and has about 59″ diameter wheels with an approx. 78″ wide axle with standard artillery trail that is approx. 100″ from tip of trail to front of wheels. Consignor states that this Gatling gun has been fired each year at the North/South Skirmish Association Cannon Shoots and is extremely destructive to the targets, more so than the 6-pounder cannons. CONDITION: Fine and complete. Has been fired but not abused. Retains most of its orig finish. Carriage is outstanding retaining most of its orig military green paint. A remarkably well made 20th century manufacture of the model 1866 1″ Gatling gun which, if one were available, would be valued in the six figures. 4-35108 JR (15,000-25,000)

*U.S. MARKED BARRETT MODEL 82A1 5O CAL SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. SN 0896. Cal. 50. 33″ bbl. This 82A1 Barrett SN 896 is one of the orig Desert Storm Barrett 50’s that were traded in for rebuild after the conflict and later sold to a collector. It is a standard configuration Barrett 50 with folding iron sights and a scope rail. It is also equipped with an adjustable bipod, carry handle and one magazine. From all the information we could gather, these rifles are few and far between and command a premium over the standard commercial Barrett. The cataloguer was able to verify the following with Barrett Firearms: Serial number 896 is within the range of those purchased in a contractual agreement to be deployed in Middle East. This rifle is in near-excellent condition as indicated so it has obviously been refinished, although it can be assumed it was done at the factory it can not be confirmed. Also included is a a Pelican 1750 hard case. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Rifle retains 93-95% of its re-applied finish, with only a few minor scuffs and wear marks present. Pistol grip, rubber butt plate and carry handle are all in near-excellent condition, along with the rest of this rifle. Mechanics are crisp, bore is bright and shiny. 4-37371 (9,500-12,500)

*INTERESTING FRANCHI SPAS 12 COMBAT DUAL ACTION SHOTGUN. SN AA00588. Cal. 12 ga. 21-1/2″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber, 8-shot mag tube, an interesting system that can be operated either as a semi-auto or by pushing a button it changes to a manual pump shotgun. Alloy receiver marked on left side “F.I.E.CORP.MIAMI FLA USA/READ WARNINGS BEFORE USING/MANUAL FREE F.I.E.MIAMI FLA 33054” right side is marked “S.P.A.S.12-L.FRANCHI S.P.A.-BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY”. Mounted with synthetic pistol grip, a folding metal stock and large synthetic forend. Equipped with green nylon adjustable sling. In recent years, ATF have completely blocked the importation of the SPAS-12. However, the SPAS-12 was not reclassified as a Title II firearm; therefore, re-sales and transfers within the country are unobstructed by federal legislation. Additionally, in 2000 Franchi ceased production of the SPAS-12 altogether making it very desirable for the collector. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl, mag tube, and shroud retain most of their orig Parkerized finish with a few minor handling marks. Receiver retains most of its black anodized finish with a few minor handing marks. Metal folding stock retains most of its Parkerized finish. Synthetic pistol grip and forend show only a few minor handling marks. Mechanics seem to work fine. Has a bright shiny bore. 4-38074 BDT233 (2,000-3,000)

*IMPORTANT SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND SN:0000000 W/ EXP COMPONENTS. SN 0000000. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This M-1 Garand has very unique features to it that would make it a fine addition to an advanced M-1 collector. The SN is 0000000 and under a 40X microscope shows no signs of being removed or modified. This appears to be a Factory numbered gun in every respect. Secondly, rifle is equipped with an experimental gas cylinder retaining a modified bayonet system and no stacking swivel. It is also equipped with a muzzle brake. Rifle also has what appears to be an experimental modification of the 1947 sight elevation knob though the receiver is not modified there is no clip latch present. Trigger housing assembly is a very early -2 with early components. Bbl is an 8-43. Rear handguard clip is grooved, as it would be on a very early gun, and the lower band is a milled gas trap band with the drawing board number “C-46000-0”. All of these components make for one very interesting Garand! PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver show near-excellent retaining better than 98% of the orig dark green parkerized finish, with the later sight retaining a mixture of dark green to dark gray. Experimental gas cylinder assembly shows 98% of its orig charcoal gray finish, with the muzzle brake being in the white. The -3 op-rod shows 98% of the same dark green finish as the receiver and other components. Butt stock exhibits no markings except a small crossed cannon on the bottom of the pistol grip, which would put it in the latter-43 range, and shows near-excellent with no significant scuffing or bruising. Front and rear handguard assemblies also show near-excellent with no significant marring. Trigger housing shows 80% of the orig green finish. Mechanics are crisp. T/E gauge is just under 2, and the bore is bright but would clean better. 4-37331 BK49 (7,000-12,000)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND TROPHY RIFLE. SN 5406358. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This rifle was won by John J. Walentine in the 1957 National Matches and was presented to him by the Springfield Armory Ordnance Corps. It is a 5.4 million receiver with a 1956 National Match bbl that incorporates a high-gloss blued finish over all external portions of the rifle. The wood is hand-rubbed, fancy grain with a fine tung oil finish and has a plaque attached to the right rear butt stock that reads as follows: “1957 / NATIONAL MATCHES / JOHN J. WALENTINE / SCORE 244-23”. Rifle is accompanied by a web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal surfaces of this rifle retain 98% of a high-polish blue, with the exception of the gas cylinder. Butt stock shows a fancy grain and hand-rubbed, tung oil finish which has faded the 3/8 DOD stamp as well as the circle “P”, but both are still very legible. Butt stock shows near-excellent with one minor bruise just below the front of the op-rod. Upper and front handguards show the same fine grain and hand-rubbed finish and are in near-excellent condition, showing no scuffing or bruising. The silver plaque also shows near-excellent with a patina on it. Sling shows new. T/E is just under 2, bore is bright and shiny, mechanics are crisp. 4-37353 BK42 (3,500-7,000)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 TYPE 2 NM, (AIR GAUGED). SN 5894954. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This Type 2 National Match was manufactured in late 1954-early 1955 and incorporates the use of the seldom seen air gauging process on the bbl. This is shown by having a heart stamped next to the nomenclature on the bbl. Rifle shows near-mint condition with little to no signs of use. Handguards are epoxied with the stock being glass-bedded. Butt stock and trigger guard are numbered to the gun. Rifle is equipped with an “NM / 2A” rear sight assembly, as well as an “NM” front sight, gas cylinder and op-rock are also NM marked . Rifle is accompanied by a grease container in the butt, as well as a web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal shows better than 99% of the orig dark gray parkerized finish on all components except the op-rod, which shows a slight rub mark on the body. Butt stock and handguards show near-excellent, with one or two very minor rub marks. This is a Type 2 National Match that would be very tough to upgrade. T/E is just under 2, with mechanics being very tight and crisp, with the bore showing bright and shiny. 4-37354 BK41 (3,000-5,000)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 MODEL T-35 EXPERIMENTAL RIFLE. SN 3. Cal. 7.62X51. 24″ bbl. This rifle is an example of the T-35 experiment that ran from 1947 to 1952 by Mr. Lloyd Corbett of the Springfield Armory to incorporate the (T-65) 308 cartridge into the M-1 Garand. The receiver of this rifle is SN3 of that series. This rifle was rebuilt and rebarreled in 1965, using a production 7.62 “SA”-marked bbl. This rifle does not contain the spacer / block normally found in 308 Garands. Surviving examples of this arm are nearly impossible to find. The nomenclature on the rear of the receiver reads as follows: “US RIFLE CAL 30T35 / SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 3”. On the right heel of the receiver is stamped “7.62”. Rifle is equipped with a post-war sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: This rifle incorporates all post-war features and shows near-excellent as rebuilt and refinished. The metal retains better than 98% of the arsenal refinish, with the butt stock and handguards showing near-excellent with only a few minor abrasions and a prominent circle “P”. Butt plate shows near-new with a black finish. Web sling also shows near-new. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37355 BK40 (3,000-6,000)

*VERY LATE SPRINGFIELD M-1 (SERVICE) GARAND. SN 5978301. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This M-1 Garand is somewhat uncommon because it is a service rifle that was manufactured post-Korean War, when 80% of all Garands manufactured were National Matches, and it is also in the last year of production of new M-1 Garands, with the manufacture being in the spring of 1956. This rifle appears complete with all orig equipment in code, fit, and color. Rifle comes with DCM box. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal components of this rifle all show better than 95% of the uniform dark green parkerizing of that era at Springfield. The butt stock shows good with a couple of nicks on the top right side of the comb, with a very visible cartouche and no other significant marring. It is also equipped with a very late production sling, with the metal of the sling being a green-painted aluminum. Upper and front handguards also show very good condition, with one very small impression on each. Mechanics are crisp, T/E is 2, and bore is bright and shiny. This is a very fine example of the end of an era. 4-37357 BK50 (2,000-4,000)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 (TYPE 2) NATIONAL MATCH. SN 5313137. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This rifle is a Type 2 National Match that was built in the spring or summer of 1963. It incorporates all of the Type 2 features, such as an “NM/2 A” rear sight assembly, “NM” marked op-rod, gas cylinder, front sight and bbl. The front handguard is epoxied to the lower band and the butt stock is glass-bedded. Both the butt stock and trigger housing are numbered to the gun. Rifle is also equipped with a leather sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver and bolt of this rifle show a darker green parkerizing with the operating rod, rear sight and bbl assembly showing more of a darker gray, but all are retaining 97-98% of their orig finish with just a couple of minor rub marks here and there. Op-rod and bolt assembly also show 98%-plus of their orig finish, as does the trigger housing. Buttstock and handguards show good-plus, having some minor abrasions here and there, with the upper handguard showing a slightly darker finish than the rest. DOD cartouche and circle “P” are very prominent on the buttstock. The sling is slightly dry but exhibits no cracking and is in very good condition overall. T /E gauge is slightly over 2, with the mechanics being crisp and the bore being bright and shiny. 4-37356 BK39 (2,200-3,500)

*RARE AND UNMOLESTED SPRINGFIELD M-1 (TYPE 1) NATIONAL MATCH. SN 5925083. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This rifle is a fine example of the Type 1 National Match that was shipped from Raritan Arsenal in New Jersey in April of 1957, and is accompanied by a photocopy of the orig paperwork as well as shipping invoices and orig shipping carton. Type 1 National Matches are usually only marked either on the front left of bbl or on the inside with the nomenclature. This one has the mark on the front left of the bbl and is triple-proofed, as it should be, in the channel. It is equipped with a standard rear sight and the wood is not glass-bedded, which is the norm for a Type 1 gun. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver, as well as the other metal on this rifle, retain better than 98% of their orig dark green parkerizing and are of the 1950’s era with “65” prefixes. Butt stock and handguards show a soft hand-rubbed finish. Butt stock shows near-excellent with one small 1/8″ ding in the bottom of the pistol grip. DOD and circle “P” are very strong and legible. Upper and front handguards both retain the same hand-rubbed finish and show near-excellent, with just a couple of very minor rub marks. T/E shows just under 1-1/2 with a bright shiny bore. Mechanics are crisp. 4-37358 BK38 (4,000-6,000)

*ORIGINAL WWII SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND. SN 2089781. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This 2 million / GAW-inspected Garand shows to be a near-excellent orig gun. It is what a collector would describe as an outstanding survivor. The rifle was manufactured in October of 1943 and retains what appear to be all orig components and finish, including a -12 bolt, a -6 unmodified op-rod, a -12 follower, short fork follower rod, and sgl-slot gas piston nut. Rifle is also equipped with the correct rounded knob, locking bar battle sight. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver shows a beautiful dark green parkerized finish, with all components matching in color, and a very faint heat-treat line on the heel. The 10-43 bbl shows better than 95% of the orig green parkerizing, just starting to hint a little brown toward the muzzle, with the gas cylinder and lock showing better than 95% of their orig finish. The -6 op-rod shows approx. 90% orig parkerizing with the handle starting to brown just a little. The GAW buttstock shows good-plus with just some light bruising present, and inspector marks, both crossed cannons and circle “P” being very prominent. The buttplate shows approx. 75% of its orig finish, with the screws still showing quite a bit of blue. The upper and front handguards show good with a few light impressions, presumably from being taken out of a rack, and a small nick just in front of the band clip on the upper handguard. This is a very good example of a WWII survivor that would enhance just about any collection. Mechanics are crisp with the bore showing just slightly dark in the grooves, but with very strong rifling. T/E shows just a hair under 4. 4-37359 BK36 (2,500-4,000)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 LEND-LEASE GARAND. SN 392828. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This 11-41 lend lease Springfield shows in very good condition throughout and appears orig with the exception of the gas cylinder assembly, which has been changed. Rifle retains parts as follows: rear sight assembly with checkered elevation knob and serrated windage with flush nut; a -3 operating rod that remains unmodified; a -8 follower with a short fork follower rod. The rear handguard clip is grooved with the middle band being arched and having a solid pin. The bbl shows the typical British stampings in regards to tonnage. The gas cylinder is slightly later, being that it has a wide platform with a Winchester sight and no screw cap. It is also equipped with a later gas plug. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver retains 95-97% of the orig dark green parkerizing with the op-rod retaining approx. the same. The 11-41 bbl assembly shows slightly darker gray with the gas cylinder being parkerized black. Butt stock shows good-plus with a few small rub marks and a very prominent “SA GHS” large wheel cartouche. Upper and front handguard assemblies show very good with only a couple of minor bruises present. Mechanics are tight and the T/E is just under 1, the bore being bright and shiny. 4-37333 BK43 (2,500-3,500)

*SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M-1D SNIPER RIFLE. SN 387027. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This M-1D started life as a Springfield Armory 1941 gun that was rebuilt and transitioned into an M-1D in 1951. Most mechanical parts such as the bolt, follower, follower rod and other small parts remain orig 1941 manufacture. The updates consist of the gas cylinder, the bbl, rear sight assembly and wood. Rifle is equipped with a standard M-84 telescope and a Hart-manufactured cone flash hider. Rifle is accompanied by misc. copies of CMP information. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver shows better than 98% of its orig dark green finish, with the M-1D bbl showing about the same. The M-84 telescope and mounting system shows near-mint, maintaining just about all of its finish, with crystal clear optics, with the only flaw being that the spot weld on the elevation knob cover has failed, so the cover is taped in place. The rubber eyepiece is soft and pliable with no cracking. The buttstock shows near-excellent with only a couple of minor scuffs, with the “8 51” cheekpiece also being in near-excellent condition. The cheekpiece is not screwed in place, but in sliding it forward it is obvious that it has been mounted for many years. Upper and front handguards also show near-excellent with only a couple of light scuffs in each. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright with a T/E of 2. 4-37320 BK35 (2,800-4,200)

*WINCHESTER (CMP) M-1D SNIPER RIFLE. SN 1201451. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This rifle is a straight example of the M-1D program that was performed throughout the world, and it is accompanied by the CMP box, the paperwork, flash hider, M-84 scope with rubber eyepiece, the leather cheekpiece, the canvas scope case and web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Winchester receiver retains approx. 95% of an arsenal refinish. Bbl and scope mount assembly retain approx. 90% of the orig finish with the primary wear being from having the scope installed and removed. Gas cylinder assembly retains approx. 85% of its orig finish. The Springfield operating rod and Winchester trigger housing retain approx. 95% of the arsenal refinish. Butt stock is an arsenal replacement in fair condition with several significant dents and gouges throughout, with the 11-62 leather cheek piece showing good. Upper and front handguard assemblies show good, with only minor scuffing. Telescope shows approx. 90% finish with a mixture of factory blue and black spray paint, with the optics being clear and the rubber eyepiece being soft and pliable. Hart flash hider shows near-new. Sling and scope pouch are in near-excellent condition. T/E is 3, with the bore showing slightly dark within the grooves. Mechanics are crisp. 4-37319 BK51 (1,500-2,500)

*SPRINGFIELD / DANISH M-1D GARAND. SN 305494. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This rifle is a 1941 M-1 Garand that has been turned into a Model D sniper rifle by a foreign arsenal, probably Denmark. It retains the following list of components: A 1941-era Springfield Armory receiver with a 1947 sight assembly and the rear sight spring has a foreign government anchor (possibly navy) with the number “1574” stamped into it. The operating rod is a “65” Springfield with a number 8 follower and a long fork follower rod. The bbl assembly has the “D” block mounted to it and has the code of “RSC 1955” with a “PK” in a circle. The gas cylinder assembly is a standard wide pad Springfield. The trigger housing and all components within are Beretta. The M-84 telescope shows the “FKF” with crown markings and the number “2435216” beneath it. The butt stock shows to be a late-WWII Springfield with the Danish sighting sticker in the channel. Rifle is also equipped with a 2/52 cheek piece that is tied to the stock but not installed, and a web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver shows 98% of a foreign or commercial parkerizing, with the op-rod showing 75% orig finish on the handle but with the finish gone on the piston. Trigger housing shows approx. 75% orig finish with some scratches on the bottom from the sling hasp. Bbl retains 95% orig blackened finish with some brightness to the muzzle. The gas cylinder assembly shows 95% of its finish with approx. 65% on the lock. Scope shows 90% of its orig blue with the majority of wear being on the knob covers, with the rubber eyepiece showing some slight damage but no drying or cracking. Scope optics are clear, but there is some light debris internally. Butt stock and handguards show fair with numerous dings and gouges, with the cheek piece showing near-new. Sling appears to be Beretta and shows in near-excellent condition. T/E is just over 3, with the bore being bright and shiny. Mechanics are good. 4-37332 BK44 (1,500-2,500)

*RARE EXPERIMENTAL .22-06 SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND. SN 5342851. Cal. 22-06. 24″ bbl. This rifle is a fine example of one of the many experiments that happened at Springfield during the Cold War era following the Korean War. The Garand is standard in configuration of all parts with the exception of the bbl that reads as follows: “SA F38536 8142 4344 9 58 / CAL 22-06 SINGLE 1-12” followed by a DOD stamp. It is equipped with standard Korean War standard small parts, such as a “65” op-rod and trigger housing. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: All metal on this rifle shows better than 95% of the orig dark green finish; the upper and front handguards having been sanded and refinished with a slightly lighter color than the butt stock. Butt stock shows to be a standard 1950’s manufacture in near-excellent condition with only a couple of minor rub marks, with a DOD cartouche and a small crossed cannons on the bottom of the pistol grip. There is no circle “P” as these rifles never went to the government. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright. 4-37373 BK37 (4,000-6,000)

*H&R M-1 GARAND WITH EXPERIMENTAL FIBERGLASS STOCK & HANDGUARD ASSEMBLY. SN 4770704. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. This H&R Garand shows a Springfield Armory rebuild mark dated 10-65, but retains its orig barreled action. Rifle is housed in an experimental fiberglass stock that has an odd-shaped pistol grip and also retains grasping grooves (see picture). Rifle is also equipped with a matching 1-pc (exp.) front handguard assembly. The components are as follows: Bbl is “HRA” dated 5-54 with the op-rod being an “SA 77” code. Rear sight assembly is a Wright replacement. Springfield Armory -14 trigger housing with “IHC” small parts. Bolt is an SA-14. Gas cylinder assembly is a wide pad with “HRA”, front sight and WWII lock nut. Buttstock and handguards are experimental fiberglass as previously mentioned. Rifle is also equipped with a late web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver retains approx. 95-97% of the orig gray / green parkerizing, with the op-rod and internal components showing slightly more gray. Gas cylinder assembly shows better than 95% of its orig parkerizing. Gray fiberglass handguard assembly shows near-excellent with no detectable gouges or dings in it, although the mold line is quite visible. Handguards are medium gray in color. Butt stock is an “OD” green fiberglass composite that shows very good condition, with just a couple of minor rub marks on it and the number “53” written in the right side in black marker. It also shows a prominent mold line. Butt plate is standard post-war Springfield and shows nearly all of its gray parkerized finish. Sling shows near-excellent with the number “81” marked on the clasp. Mechanics are crisp, T/E is 3-1/2, and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37328 BK47 (2,500-4,500)

*SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND W/ EXPERIMENTAL STOCK & HANDGUARD. SN 1346. Cal. 30. 24″ bbl. Receiver is a 4-digit gas trap that was rebuilt in 1945 with an experimental 1-pc fiberglass handguard and experimental fiberglass stock. Springfield Armory went through many stages of development and experimentation, and this rifle is a fine example. It utilizes a gas trap receiver that has been converted to gas port and utilizes a saw-cut gas cylinder assembly, as well as an early modified op-rod. It also shows a 1-pc gray fiberglass handguard set, though missing the rear clip that would replace the lower band. It also incorporates the use of a lightened fiberglass stock assembly. Rifle is accessorized by a second model take-down tool and nickel oiler in the butt stock, as well as a white parade-type sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver shows what appears to be a wartime or just post-war refinish and retains better than 90% of the gray / green parkerizing. Bbl assembly retains approx. 95% of the same shade of park. -9 / curved side op-rod shows a field mod. and a much darker, almost black, finish. Gas cylinder assembly shows a thinning gray parkerized finish. One-piece fiberglass handguard assembly shows very good with no damage, with the exception of the missing rear clip. Brown-colored butt stock assembly shows very good-plus, with only a couple of light scratches in the right cheek. Mechanics are crisp, with the T/E of just under 3 and a bright bore. Sling is in fair to good condition with some cracking present. 4-37329 BK46 (2,000-3,000)

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE REISING / 42 EXPERIMENTAL CARBINE BY MARLIN. SN X18. Cal. 30. 16-1/8″ bbl. The Reising Model 42 was submitted by the Marlin Firearms Company of New Haven, Connecticut, and was tested from June 29 to July 2, 1942. “It was a remodeled version of the H&R rifle entered by Mr. Reising in the Preliminary competition during the summer of 1941, similar in appearance and operation to the model tested on September 10, 1941.” [Ref. War Baby / Ruth, p. 42] This example is SN X18 and is 100% complete and a collector’s dream. It is very similar in appearance and mechanics to the Reising Model 50 SMG with minor differences in safety mechanism and wood. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal retains better than 98% of the orig dark gray parkerizing. The trigger guard, bbl band, sights and magazine also retain approx. the same. Buttstock and handguard show some light scuffing, but with no significant marring. Rifle is equipped with a Type 2 carbine sling and oiler. Mechanics are crisp and bore shows somewhat bright but will clean better. 4-37314 BK28 (8,000-12,000)

*INLAND DUAL SPRING PROTOTYPE. SN 34. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. Inland and Winchester were each assigned tasks of coming up with prototypes to make the carbine less expensive to manufacture and less apt to wear parts. This was Inland’s answer to the Winchester M1E1. Inland was reserved SNs 31-99 for their experimental models. Two dual spring prototypes were made that were numbered 34 and 35. This example is number 34 and is pictured in Ruth’s book War Baby on p. 92. It features a round bbl with a pinned gas cylinder and a dual spring slide assembly. There were also other modifications to the trigger assembly. This action (no butt stock) has to be one of the rarest carbines in existence. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver retain approx. 95-98% of the orig finish, showing signs of use. Upper handguard, which is of the early wide sight groove type, shows only light scuffing with no significant scarring at all. 4-37318 BK30 (10,000-15,000)

*RARE WWII UNDERWOOD FACTORY PRESENTATION M-1 CARBINE. SN JLB. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. With blue finish and high quality curly-grain wood. Presented to James L. Byron who was at the time the president of Underwood-Elliott-Fisher Co. All of the exposed metal surfaces are a high-polish blue with the exception of the bolt, which has been jeweled and left in the white. The components are listed as follows: The trigger housing is Underwood and retains a blue finish along with the safety, magazine catch and trigger. Hammer, sear, spring and plunger are all in the white. The Underwood slide shows a blued finish which is high-polish on the handle and exposed portions. The receiver shows a high-polish blue on the top surfaces, with the balance being the same blue but not as highly polished, and it does not retain the standard carbine legend on the front receiver ring. The rear receiver simply states “UNDERWOOD” with “J.L.B.” under it. The Underwood-marked flat bolt remains in the white with the top surface being polished and jeweled. The magazine is a standard blue “IU”. Buttstock is a fine grain with a standard military finish, with the letters “SJ” in the channel and no other markings. The handguard is a 2-rivet that shows the same fine grain as the buttstock, with “MU” markings on the underside. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. Rock Island Auction, May 2007. CONDITION: Shows as nearly new, retaining better than 98% of the high-polish blue finish with the wood showing near-excellent with only minor surface scuffing present. Mechanics are excellent, bore is bright and shiny. 4-37317 BK22 (7,000-10,000)

*SUPERB IBM PLANT #4 M-1 PRESENTATION CARBINE TO HUGH BULLOCK. . SN NSN. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This carbine shows no legend or information on the receiver, with the only identifying marks being the IBM plaque presenting this rifle to “HUGH BULLOCK” of that company. The rifle is accompanied by an 18-page letter from renowned author R. L. Wilson, describing this gun and Mr. Bullock as well as his family and others. The rifle itself shows a high-polish blue finish with high quality wood that is well varnished, with an inlaid plaque on right side of butt stock that reads: “PRESENTED TO HUGH BULLOCK BY IBM PLANT #4 POUGHKEEPSIE N.Y.”. All components on this rifle are IBM and so marked. The rear sight is a standard 2-leaf flip sight with the bbl band being Type 1 with a little fancier clamp screw, and the operating rod being Type 1. The only components on this gun that are not high-polish blue are the bolt, which is standard blue; the front bbl band, which is standard blue; the hammer and recoil spring guide, which are in the white; and the operating rod spring. Rifle is accompanied by a standard 1944-dated web sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver shows 90% of the orig blue with some spotty rust present from poor storage. Most of this should clean up. Butt stock and handguard show very good with only a few minor blemishes, and worn through the varnish where the front sling tab rubs against the stock. This is a rare and exotic (1 of 6) carbine that should enhance any collection. 4-37326 BK24 (7,000-10,000)

*ROCK-OLA M-1 PRESENTATION CARBINE WITH CASE. SN EX-6095424. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This presentation Rock-ola has 100% Rock-ola components with a custom wood butt stock and handguard, with no provision for a sling in the butt stock. All exposed parts are high-polish blue with the exception of the bolt which is polished to bright metal. All markings are clear and legible, as this gun was the rare exception of being polished before being roll-dyed. This is rare in presentation carbines; usually they were off-the-rack guns that were polished and blued. Accompanied by wooden case, mag pouch and 3 spare magazines. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver retains approx. 90% of the orig high-polish blue, with the only significant wear from the action being worked. Bbl retains approx. 95% of the high-polish blue with some minor nicks and scuffs. Rear flip sight is also highly polished. Round bolt is polished bright and does show some signs of use. External surfaces of operating slide retain better than 95% of the high-polish blue, as well as the trigger housing. Type 2 front bbl band and front sight are also retaining 95% or better high-polish blue. Butt stock and handguard are in standard configuration with the exception of no sling cut on the butt stock and are in near-excellent condition with no significant scuffing or bruising present. The high-polish blue butt plate does, however, show only 75% of the finish. Mechanics are crisp, and bore is bright and shiny. Case is in good condition but shows numerous scratches from handling. Magazine pouch and spare magazines are all in very good condition. 4-37361 BK32 (3,000-6,000)

*IMPORTANT STANDARD PRODUCTS PRESENTATION M-1 CARBINE WITH ACCESSORIES. SN 2028476. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl with blued finish and a list of accessories. Presented to Capt. Dana Hill of the U.S. Ordnance Dept. during WWII. This rifle retains parts from several manufacturers, which was common with Standard Products because they made very few of their own components. The finish of this particular gun is a high-polish blue in exposed areas and comes with the following components: an extra stock and forend, a case, a parts roll, a cleaning rod, a custom display stand made from Carbine stocks and two service manuals. Also accompanying the lot a pamphlet from The Standard Products Co entitled “An Industrial Wartime Achievement” with a business card of D.W. Stapleton (Gen Prod Mgr)attached. Also, a Company Package Pass Out Permit # 9451 listing the gun by SN as the personal property of Capt Hill, who was the Army Insp of Ordnance at the Port Clinton Plant. An image photocopy of this Rifle with its stand upon Capt Hill’s desk, accompanies the lot and is said to have been pictured in Life magazine in 1945, which we cannot confirm. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver retains approx. 90-95% of the bright blue finish on exposed surfaces, with the majority of the wear being from use. Butt stock and handguard (on gun) show near-excellent with no significant scuffs or bruises present. Spare stock and handguard also show near-excellent with no scuffing or bruising present. Both stocks are custom. Stand, which is uniquely manufactured from two butt stocks and a magazine, shows very good condition with very little wear present. Mechanics are fine, bore is bright and shiny. Sling is in near-mint condition with a high-polish blue keeper. Custom-made hard box shows some scuffing on exterior. 4-37335 BK31 (6,000-10,000)

*INLAND M-1 XB SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE WITH CASE. SN XB4. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. With all external surfaces high-polish blue and all components Inland manufactured. This rifle shows a Type 1 configuration, having a flip sight and flat bolt on the receiver. The trigger guard retains the earlier logo with a Type 2 dog-leg hammer with a blued finish. The trigger, safety and magazine catch also retain a high-polish blue, while the sear and smaller components are in the white. The Type A operating slide is also high-polish in the exposed areas, with the body being standard. The 5-43 bbl shows a high-polish blue forward of the gas cylinder with the band, front sight and sling swivel also retaining the same high-polish blue. Butt stock is “IO” marked with no government acceptance, with the standard oval oiler cut. Butt plate and recoil shield are high-polish blue to match the rest of the gun. Handguard is a standard 2-rivet with a Type 2 khaki sling. Rifle is accompanied by a high-quality, felt-lined wooden case. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver retains approx. 95% or better of the high-polish blue, with the wear being on the working surfaces. Trigger guard shows 98% of the high-polish blue with a slightly purple tint, which is common with these. Operating slide assembly shows better than 98% of the blue, while the bbl, front sight and band assembly show approx. 90% with a small area of rust on the bbl beneath the band. Buttstock shows one 1/16″ nick just on the right side of the recoil shield. Otherwise is near-excellent. Handguard shows near-excellent with no scuffing present. Sling shows good plus, with just a little rust on the keeper. Blued Inland magazine shows 98% of its finish. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright and shiny. Case is in very good condition with just some minor bruising to the outside. 4-37360 BK33 (4,000-6,000)

*U.S. M-3 CARBINE BY INLAND WITH ATTACHMENTS. SN 6763144. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This is a fine example of a late production M-1 carbine that has been fitted with the U.S. infrared night vision of the time. Rifle is equipped with the infrared scope system which includes the following: the telescope, the night-vision attachment, the scope mount, the forward infrared handle assembly, the case, the cables, the batteries and numerous spares. Also included is an Underwood flash hider, a muzzle cover, clip pouch and late-war sling. The rifle, though not disassembled, appears to be a complete 6.7 million Inland. It retains a Type 3 bbl band with bayonet lug that is “AI” marked, as well as a Type C / M-2 slide assembly and a round bolt. Trigger housing retains a blued trigger, “N” marked flip safety and a Type 3 clip latch with hook. Butt stock is “IO” marked pot-belly with no visible cartouche, and the handguard is 4-rivet. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Exposed surfaces retain better than 98% of the orig parkerized finish on the bbl, the receiver, the trigger housing, the handguard clamps and the scope rail. The bolt, magazine catch and trigger show better than 98% of the orig blue. The scope is also in good-plus condition, retaining most of its orig finish with some light scuffing from being disassembled and cased. The butt stock and handguard show near-excellent with no marring or scuffing visible. All web components appear new. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37334 BK27 (3,500-5,500)

*U.S. M-1 “XC” SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE BY INLAND. SN XC77. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This carbine shows all late production features including adjustable rear sight and bayonet lug rifle has all marching components with the correct inland markings, as well as WWII M-2 stock, 4-rivet handguard and M-2 operating slide. Rifle is equipped with a period sling and oiler. The components are listed as follows: Receiver is XC77 with the rear sight being a Type 2 milled with “PI” stamped in it. The round blued bolt is stamped “AI” while the M-2 operating slide is coded with a “PI”. The trigger housing is the final variation M-1 with “INLAND” stamped horizontally, while the hammer is the 4th variation stamped “HI”. The safety has no external markings, while the magazine catch is marked “EI”. The front sight has the “R” code, while the Type 3 band with bayonet lug is stamped “AI”. The buttstock shows the code “IO” as does the 4-rivet handguard. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver retain approx. 95-98% of orig dark green parkerized finish with the only visible wear being from actuating the slide. Trigger housing shows nearly all of its orig parkerized finish with the hammer, trigger and pins being blued. Op-rod spring and plunger are in the white. “PI” marked slide shows 95-98% of its orig parkerized finish with just slight wearing on the lugs. “AI” marked round bolt is blued showing approx. 80% of orig finish. “IO” marked buttstock shows in near-excellent condition with only minor bruising on bottom rear. Stock is not cartouched as it is an X-numbered gun. “IO” marked 4-rivet handguard also shows near-new with only a couple of minor bruises. Late war sling and oiler show near-new. “SS” marked mag shows 98% orig blue. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. Overall this is a fine example of a presentation carbine. 4-37337 BK1 (4,000-6,000)

*WINCHESTER M-1 CARBINE WITH STAINLESS STEEL BARREL. . SN 7263334. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This is a very late Winchester carbine with an experimental stainless steel bbl installed. It incorporates all of the later features of an end-of-war carbine including a Type 3 bbl band, a Type 2 milled rear sight, a flip safety and magazine catch with extra hook. Having some knowledge of Winchester’s manufacturing technique, this cataloger believes that this bbl was manufactured by them. Rifle is equipped with an Underwood manufactured flash hider that appears to have been installed on this gun for quite some time. Most of the components are Winchester manufacture with the exception of the bolt and operating slide being earlier Inland. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Receiver shows approx. 95% of orig parkerized finish showing light to moderate use. On rear sight is Winchester manufacture and shows approx. 98% of orig parkerized finish. Stainless steel bbl shows its age with a light patina coating throughout and exhibits the crude polishing techniques that are associated with Winchester. Trigger housing shows better than 95% of the orig parkerized finish with a blued hammer and pins and the spring and plunger being in the white. Blued Inland bolt shows approx. 60-65% thinning finish with the Inland slide retaining approx. 85% of its orig parkerizing, turning to patina on the handle. Winchester-marked bbl band and bayonet assembly show near-excellent, retaining nearly all of its orig finish. “BW” marked magazine shows good, as does the late-war sling. Buttstock is a correct low-wood, late-mark Winchester that is in fine condition with no government acceptance marks. The handguard is also a late Winchester with 4 rivets showing near-excellent. Underwood flash hider shows nearly all of its orig finish. Bore is bright and shiny and mechanics are crisp. 4-37339 BK13 (4,500-7,500)

*U.S. M-1 XC SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE BY INLAND. SN XC29. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This September of 1944 dated Inland shows near-new condition and exhibits no sign of ever being fired. It is a transition of 2nd and 3rd types with a Type 2 front bbl band and round bolt. Rifle is also equipped with a stamped rear sight marked “IR Co.” and drawing board number. Magazine catch is “EI” marked with an “M” on the button. Wood is an “HI” marked low wood with no ordnance markings as would be correct on an “X” numbered gun. The operating rod is a “PI” marked Type B with radius. Upper handguard is “IO” marked with 4 rivets. The magazine is “SW” marked with the later floorplate. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action, trigger housing and operating rod show nearly all of their orig gray/green parkerizing with minimal wear from being disassembled. The small components such as the mag catch, trigger, pins and bolt assembly are blued. Hammer, spring and plunger are in the white. Buttstock shows good-plus condition with some minor bruising on the left side. Four-rivet upper handguard shows near-excellent with only a couple of minor rub marks. Magazine retains better than 98% of its orig blue. Standard late war sling shows near excellent. Mechanics are near excellent, bore is bright and shiny. 4-37340 BK6 (4,000-6,000)

*RARE U.S. M-1 XE SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE BY INLAND. SN XE6. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl is stamped with standard Inland markings and dated 1-44. This carbine shows the typical arsenal presentation features, with the barreled action being blued but only the visible areas being high-polished, such as the bbl, the front of the gas piston, and the top and sides of the receiver. The “PI” marked operating rod is also done in the same fashion with only the cocking handle being high-polished, and the number “1” stamped between the grasping lugs. The front sight is unique in its own right with the protective ears running completely vertical, instead of tapering outward as normally observed. The internal components, such as hammer, trigger and safety, are all Inland marked and bear standard military finish. The safety is the early checkered type. The bbl band is Type 2 with no bayonet lug and is blued but not polished. The Type 2 rear sight is high-polished with no maker markings present. The bolt is an “AI” marked standard flat bolt with the blue polished to bright on the top and front only, with the extractor being done in the same fashion. Sling is standard B.M.Co. 1945 dated. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action retains 96-98% of the arsenal high-polish blue finish, with only minor wear from the op-rod being actuated. Operating rod shows no external wear at all. Trigger group shows nearly all of its finish, showing more of a purple color that is similar to that of a bayonet lug on a Stevens trench gun. Bottom of bolt shows approx. 75% of the orig blue finish with the exposed portions showing polished. Front and rear sights also show high-polished blue, retaining nearly all of their finish. Magazine is a standard “IA” marked flat bottom showing nearly all of its blued finish. Buttstock is a pot-belly M-2 that is “HI” marked and showing just a couple of light nicks in the pistol grip area. The “IO” marked upper handguard is slightly better showing only one visible light scuff mark. This is a fine example of a presentation carbine. Mechanics are excellent, bore is bright and shiny. Sling is in near-excellent condition. 4-37343 BK4 (5,000-7,000)

*INLAND XB SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE WITH EXTRA LONG BBL. SN XB16. Cal. 30. 21-5/8″ bbl and extra long wood. This presentation carbine was manufactured and given out by the Inland division of General Motors. It is a high-polish blue finish, except where otherwise noted, and retains all Inland parts, including the custom made stock and handguard. The receiver retains the U.S. legend on the front receiver ring with the rear of receiver being marked “INLAND” over “XB16”. The extra long bbl retains an Inland front sight with no bbl markings and a swaged gas cylinder assembly that is similar to a Rock-ola. Front bbl band is a Type 2 that is unmarked with the provision for the sling swivel removed. Rear sight is a Type 2, milled with “PI” marking. Trigger housing has a barely legible (polished) Inland logo with a serrated magazine catch, checkered safety, checkered trigger and Type 2 dog-leg hammer. Operating slide is a Type B with “PI” stamping and is checkered at the grasping handle. Butt stock is assembled from two pieces and is jointed together 6-5/8″ in front of the magazine cut-out and 8-3/4″ from the front tip in a very fine overlapping style with a reinforcing insert on each side. Stock is carved and checkered throughout with the date of “1945” on the left side. It appears that there was a plaque on the right side of the receiver that has since fallen out of the recess. Stock also has a relief carving of an eagle in flight with the Inland shield grasped in his talons. Handguard is also handmade and is 12-5/8″ long, not counting the tin, and is also carved with the Inland shield in the sight groove. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver retains approx. 95% of the high-polish blue with some slight wear from being fired and also a small, approx. 1/2″ round rust spot underneath the bbl band. Trigger housing also retains better than 95% of the same high-polish blue, with only the hammer retaining factory blue. Bolt and operating slide also show better than 95% of the high-polish blue, with the body of the slide not being polished. Butt stock and handguard are in excellent condition, with only the slightest of scuffing at all, with the recoil shield and butt plate showing about all of their bright blued finish. Mechanics are crisp, bore is bright and shiny. Magazine is a standard “IS” marked. A very interesting carbine that I truly wish I had some history on. 4-37342 BK29 (4,000-8,000)

*U.S. M-1 XB SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE BY INLAND. SN XB25. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This Inland carbine shows to be a later production 7-44 gun, with a milled/adjustable rear sight and Type 2 bbl band. The operating rod is a Type B. It shows new with no signs of ever being fired, with a non-operational (tip cut off) firing pin. Rifle is stocked in a presentation quality stock with “HI” markings and the 2-rivet handguard, marked “IO”, being of the same curly grain. Accompanied by an Inland MFG DIV hanging tag stating gun’s SN “XB-25 to Mr. Bittner”. A 1975 dated letter from the Inland Div of General Motors identifies Mr.Eugene Bittner as Supv. of Work Standards Dept. who retired in the early 1960s. Gun was apparently purchased from the Bittner family and subsequently made its way to the OH Gun Coll Show in 1965, per a handwritten note which also accompanies the lot. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action shows better than 98% of its orig gray/black finish with minimal scuffing from being actuated. Operating rod shows near-new with no carbon build-up whatsoever. Blued bolt assembly shows better than 98% of its orig finish with no sign of ever being fired. Trigger guard assembly shows better than 98% of the orig parkerizing, with the hammer and small components being blued and the hammer spring being in the white. The curly-grained “HI” marked butt stock shows near-excellent with just a couple of light rub marks on the butt plate itself, and no cartouche as this is an “X” gun. The 2-rivet upper handguard also shows near-excellent with curly grain and only a couple of minor rub marks. Bore appears unfired. Mechanics are excellent with the exception of the cut-off firing pin. 4-37347 BK7 (4,500-7,500)

*UNDERWOOD PRESENTATION M-1 CARBINE. SN JMH. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This presentation M-1 carbine shows near-new condition overall with virtually no signs of use. The letters “JMH” are panagraph-engraved as the serial number. This was fairly common on presentation guns. This carbine appears to be 100% Underwood manufacture from stem to stern and 100% correct for its 11-43 bbl date. It retains a Type 1 bbl band, which is unmarked, with the correct flip sight that still shows white in the punch marks with some grease on the leaf. The receiver shows a couple of small holes on the bottom where the drill had broken through while drilling the spring tube. This is common on Underwoods. The trigger housing is of the brazed-and-stamped variety with a “U” stamped on the front of the clip guide with the trigger, mag catch and safety being parkerized. The pins are blue. The hammer, sear and spring plunger are in the white. The Type 1 slide is also parkerized with the hold-open being blue. The flat Underwood bolt is blued. The low-wood buttstock is marked “MU” in the channel with no government inspectors. This is correct for a presentation gun. The upper handguard is also “MU” marked. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal of this rifle retains approx. 98% of the orig finish with just slight wear marks from being cycled. Buttstock and handguard assemblies show near-new with only the faintest of rub marks. The late WWII sling also shows new. The flat-bottom Underwood magazine shows better than 95% of its orig blue. 4-37351 BK9 (4,500-6,500)

*SCARCE UNDERWOOD M-1 “X” NUMBERED “TOOL-ROOM” CARBINE. SN X007. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This carbine shows the very earliest of features that are rarely seen on Underwood carbines, such as a dog-leg hammer and a trigger housing retaining clip on the plunger. The gun shows all correct very early Underwood features, such as blued flat bolt and Type 1 operating slide, as well as push-button safety and unmarked magazine catch. Rifle does exhibit an oddity in having 3 punch marks present on the top of the receiver: one on the front receiver ring just below the legend, one on the rear receiver ring just behind the bolt, and the third being just below the SN on the receiver tail. Another oddity is that it has the SN stamped in the bottom of the trigger housing between the safety and the magazine catch. Type 1 sights and bbl band are correct for this era rifle. The buttstock is a high-wood /”I”-cut with the only marking being a small letter “u” in the channel. The upper handguard is a wider groove than normally seen, 2-rivet handguard, with a “U” stamped in the bottom. These X prefix examples are thought to be factory tool room or experimental development guns. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Rifle shows near-new with only the slightest wear to the metal from disassembly and dry operation. It retains better than 98% of the orig parkerizing on all metal, with the small parts being blued. Buttstock shows near-new with only a couple of minor rub marks present, with the handguard showing also near-new with one very small blemish just above the sling. Sling also shows near-new. Mechanics are excellent and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37322 BK18 (5,000-7,000)

*M-1 XC SERIES PRESENTATION CARBINE BY INLAND. SN XC51. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This carbine shows near-new condition featuring all late 1944 to early 1945 components. It features a Type 3 stamped rear sight manufactured by I.R. Company with a drawing board number, which is 100% correct, with an “N” marked front sight and a Type 2 bbl band that is “KI” marked. The round bolt, complete trigger package and operating slide are also period Inland, as well as the low-wood stock and 4-rivet handguard. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action shows better than 97% of its orig gray parkerized finish with the front sight assembly being slightly darker. The trigger guard assembly shows 98% orig parkerized finish, with the mag catch and pins being blued and the hammer, spring and plunger in the white. Buttstock shows near-excellent with only a couple of very slight rub marks and is not cartouched. The “IO” marked 4-rivet handguard shows near-excellent with no visible scarring at all. 1944-dated sling shows just a couple of light frays toward the rear. Overall a fine example of an “X” numbered carbine. Mechanics are crisp and bore shows new. “IU” marked magazine shows very good. 4-37341 BK14 (4,500-6,500)

*WINCHESTER MODEL T-3 M-1 SNIPER CARBINE (LESS SCOPE). SN 1216. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This rifle appears to be a 100% unmolested T-3 carbine by Winchester. There are no markings on the receiver other than the SN on the left side underneath the wood line. Bbl is “WP” proofed, as well the “W” mark for Winchester, and retains a Type 3 bbl band with bayonet lug with no markings. This receiver appears to be forged as a T-3 sniper receiver, as there are no lines to indicate having the bases silver-soldered on. There are proof marks on the underside of the bbl and front of receiver. Bolt assembly is a flat blued Winchester-marked bolt with the firing pin acting rather sluggishly, presumably from being packed with grease. Trigger housing is complete Winchester with all working parts being parkerized, with the exception of the spring and pins. The spring is in the white and pins and sear are blued. Safety is the lever type with the mag catch being M-2. Buttstock is a pot-belly M-2 stock with a white sling that may be British. The operating rod is standard Type B Winchester. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver retain better than 98% of their orig parkerized finish, showing only minor wear from having the slide actuated. Blued bolt assembly shows near-new, retaining 99% of the orig blued finish. Trigger housing assembly also retains better than 98% of the orig finish. The M-2 buttstock shows good-plus with just a couple of minor scuffs, and the 4-rivet handguard shows near-excellent. Neither stock nor handguard have any manufacturing markings or proofs. This rifle is an outstanding example of a T-3 carbine. Blued “SW” marked magazine shows better than 95% of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp and bore is excellent. 4-37324 BK11 (3,500-5,500)

*CUSTOM INLAND M-1 CARBINE. SN 5133587. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. With high-polish blue and nickel, possibly an Air Force presentation gun. This rifle exhibits a high-polish blue finish throughout with mixed components and late features. It also has, just in front of the rear sight, the letters “AF” stamped in the receiver, similar to what this cataloger has seen on Air Force property match rifles and pistols. The components are as follows: The receiver is a late 1944-vintage Inland. All markings have been polished off the bbl. Front bbl band is a Type 3 with bayonet lug and is coded “MMQ”. The rear sight is a Type 3 stamped. Front sight is “RIA” marked and has red nail polish on the blade. Trigger guard assembly is S’G’ marked with a counter-sink on each side just above the rear guard bow. Trigger Type 3 lever safety and Type 4 mag catch are all nickel plated. Hammer is a standard Inland. Bolt shows no markings but has been nickel plated. Operating slide is IBM on the inside with a “W” stamped on the bottom. Buttstock has an “NPM” with “FJA” cartouche and “TRIMBLE TN” in the channel. Buttplate and screw, as well as the recoil shield screw and band spring, are also nickel plated. Handguard is “IO” marked with 4 rivets and the same deluxe grain as the buttstock. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action retains 95-97% of the high-polish added blue finish, as well as the trigger guard assembly, with the exception of the listed nickel components. All nickel components show all of the plating still intact with just a little dried grease present. Butt stock and handguard show a fine curly grain, with no scuffing or significant marring present and just a few minor spots of what appears to be white paint splatters. “BW” marked magazine shows near-excellent, retaining nearly all of its orig blue. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37346 BK23 (2,500-4,000)

INLAND M-1 CARBINE CUTAWAY. SN NSN. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This rifle is a June of 1942 (1st month) Inland factory cutaway. It retains all of the features that are in a 1st-month production, including serrated magazine catch, a checkered safety, a Type 1 dog-leg hammer, a sear with no hole and a trigger housing retaining pin with clip. An interesting feature is a small mounting bolt on the left side of the stock where the recoil shield bolt goes through the stock that retains the bolt in place with the stock cut away. The sling is correct for this period, though the keeper is slightly later. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Gun shows good overall condition with some light scuff marks throughout from being handled and disassembled over the years, but retains better than 95% of the factory black oxide for this period. Butt stock and handguard show very good with only minor scuffing and one very slight chip at the recoil shield. Mechanics are operable but unfireable, and the bore is as-new. 4-37352 BK16 (4,000-6,000)

*FINE U.S. M-1 EXPERIMENTAL/PRESENTATION CARBINE BY ROCK-OLA. SN EXP. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This carbine shows all visible components being “ROCK-OLA” marked with the exception of the receiver which only retains the letters “EXP” on the heel, and is drilled and tapped in two places on the left hand side as well as on the bottom just forward of the front lug. Rifle shows full blue coverage with the exception of hammer, spring and plunger which are in the white. Components are a mixture of early and late and are listed as follows: rear sight is an “RR” marked flip sight; front bbl band is Type 2 and bears no markings; round bolt shows “ROCK-OLA” marking on left lug and firing pin. There is also an “R” present on top of the extractor. Trigger housing is “ROCK-OLA” marked with a checkered safety and a mag catch with the letters “BR”. Hammer is marked “KR2”. Operating slide is marked “ROCK-OLA” on the bottom. Recoil lug also shows the “ROCK-OLA” marking. Buttstock is a I-cut, high wood with no markings as is the 2-rivet handguard. Sling is a white presentation or parade sling with nickel-plated metal. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled action shows approx. 92-95% of the high-polished blue finish with the trigger housing showing about the same. Operating slide shows better than 95% high-polished blue with just a little wear on the cocking piece. Blued bolt shows approx. 80% of the orig blue finish. Buttstock shows a presentation grain and is in near-excellent condition, along with the handguard, showing no significant scuffing or bruising. Blued magazine is “KI” marked and shows near-excellent. Sling is in near-excellent condition. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. 4-37315 BK3 (3,000-5,000)

*RARE AND UNIQUE WW II FLEET MARINE FORCE U.S. M-1 CARBINE BY WINCHESTER. SN 1024277. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl. This carbine is assembled from military components and is mounted in a heavily varnished Winchester marked stock that is inscribed on the right hand side “U S MARINES SOUTH PACIFIC-FMF BASE HDQ CO PH”. Left side of stock has a circle W in the channel with “NOT FOR COMBAT ISSUE” and an ordnance bomb on left cheek. Upper handguard is 4-rivet with an “IO” marking on the inside. Receiver of this rifle is of the early detachable spring tube variety, showing nearly all of its reapplied arsenal finish. Bbl is an Underwood, dated 1-44, showing near-new with a Type 3 bbl band and bayonet assembly. Trigger housing is a late Winchester with a Winchester hammer and an upgraded Type 3 lever safety and Type 4 mag catch with hook. Rifle is equipped with a white “drill” sling. Bolt is flat with parkerized finish and retains no visible markings. The operating slide is “N” marked. Magazine is an early flat bottom with “UN” markings and a reapplied arsenal finish. This rare and unique ceremonial or parade carbine was likely presented to the Fleet Marine Force Base HQ Command for Combat Operations in the Philippines. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Rifle shows 96-98% of an arsenal parkerized finish with the exception of the trigger housing, recoil shield and bolt which show approx. 95% of orig gray-green finish. Buttstock and handguard show significant sanding and varnishing with the buttplate hanging over slightly. White post-war sling shows some yellowing with the black paint on metal tabs showing some scuffing. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. 4-37336 (2,000-3,000)

*INLAND M-1 “X” (DUPLICATE) NUMBERED CARBINE. SN 5550149X. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This is an October of 1944 manufactured Inland, showing the rare duplicate SN feature where they realized their error and added an “X” to the SN. Rifle shows all the correct components for this period, such as Type 2 bbl band and Type 3 stamped rear sight marked “I R COMPANY” with NO drawing board number. Trigger housing assembly shows all Inland components, such as push-button safety and “EI” marked mag catch with the hammer, plunger, retaining pin and mounting pins being blued and the balance being parkerized. Operating slide is Type B, “PI” marked, with the curved side. Buttstock is correct low-wood for the period, with the “IO” marking in the channel and the large ordnance wheel on the right side. Rifle is also equipped with a Boyt 44 magazine pouch and a 1944-dated sling. Upper handguard is an unmarked 4-rivet that matches the stock in color, grain and condition. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Rifle appears unfired, retaining only the slightest of wear on the metal components from disassembly and dry operation. Buttstock shows near-excellent with a light scratch on the pistol grip and one small ding on the upper left edge of the receiver. Handguard shows near-excellent with no visible scarring whatsoever. “RUGG” marked magazine shows near-new also. Mechanics are crisp and bore shows new. Overall a great example of both a duplicate SN and later production carbine. 4-37344 BK17 (2,500-4,000)

*M-1 CARBINE WITH JOHNSON BAYONET ASSY. SN 1706060. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This appears to be a 1943 /44 Rock-ola receiver with all Inland components of the period installed on it, which has had the front of the bbl slightly turned and had a 1941 Johnson bayonet lug installed on it. Where this took place I do not know, but it is in the period of when they would have been experimenting with bayonet attachments on this rifle. It appears a very unique and probably “one of” feature that would fit well in a very extensive carbine collection. Rifle is equipped with a flip sight and Type 1 bbl band and also features a low-wood Inland stock and 2-rivet handguard. It is also accompanied by a Type 3 sling with all of the metal components being a high-polish blue. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Rifle retains approx. 95-97% of the orig dark gray parkerized finish, with the exception of the bbl having a more polished black finish in front of the bayonet lug, where it appears to have been taken down on a centerless grinder to make the bayonet attachment fit. Butt stock and handguard show very good plus, with “IO” on both components, with only light scuffing present and the crossed cannons on the right side of the stock. Accompanying Johnson bayonet and scabbard show good condition overall, with some finish wear on the bayonet and minor scuffing on the scabbard. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37327 BK19 (2,000-4,000)

*INLAND M-1 CARBINE WITH SCOPE. SN 173. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. It appears that this rifle was built up to be a sniper or sharpshooter rifle, presumably by an arsenal. The components are listed as follows: The receiver is Inland marked with the SN 173. The bbl is an Inland dated 5-44 with a Type 3 bbl band that has had the bayonet lug removed. Front sight is correct Inland. Rifle is mounted on a T-3 type rail that appears to be of commercial quality and finish. Scope is an M-73 B-1 Weaver mounted with T-4 rings. Trigger housing is an early Inland with a checkered safety and “EI” marked mag catch with a Type 2 dog-leg hammer and a gold-plated trigger. Operating slide is “SG” marked and is a Type A with a large reinforcing lug. Butt stock is a low-wood with a “J” in the channel and no cartouche. Upper handguard is unmarked but matches in grain and texture. Rifle is also accompanied by a 1944-dated muzzle cover and an unmarked 1944-era sling. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver and trigger housing show near-excellent as refinished. Trigger housing components and bolt show orig blue finish with the exception of the gold-plated trigger. Scope shows orig blued finish with optics being clear and rings being medium gray parkerized. Scope mount is a commercial grade polished blue that is squared at all edges, with the mounting screws being large commercial blue as seen on an O3-A4. Butt stock and handguard show near-excellent with only light rubbing present. Sling and muzzle cover are also near-excellent. Rifle is accompanied by a flat-bottomed Inland magazine. Mechanics are crisp, bore is bright and shiny. 4-37316 BK21 (2,000-4,000)

*FINE U.S. M-1 CARBINE BY WINCHESTER, UNIT ARMORER REWORK. SN 5659614. Cal. 30. Standard 18″ bbl with mixed components. Barreled receiver is of the late 1944/early 1945 variety with a stamped rear sight and a Type 3 bbl band with bayonet lug that is “MMQ” marked. Operating slide has the numbers “1 3” with an “N” stamped in it. The brazed and stamped trigger housing is IBM in its entirety with a post-war mag catch and safety. The bolt is a round parkerized bolt marked “ROCK-OLA”. The figured buttstock is a low-wood, late Winchester with the pistol grip slightly reshaped and a highly figured 4-rivet handguard with the number “54” stamped on the inside. The sling is WWII Type 3 that is marked on the inside, but the marking is illegible. This handsome specimen is likely a Unit Armorer rework for a Ranking Officer. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: All metal components retain better than 90% of their orig parkerizing, with the exception of the safety, mag catch and extractor which are blue. Hammer and recoil spring are in the white. Wood shows very good with very nice cross grain and only a couple of light scuffs. Upper handguard shows very good with some slight dryness and cracking in the sight groove. Mechanics are excellent and bore is bright and shiny. Sling is in good condition. 4-37325 (2,000-3,000)

*SAGINAW S.G. M-1 CARBINE. SN X8084911. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This Saginaw gear carbine is a typical arsenal rebuild, with the exception that the SN has been changed for some unknown reason. The SN shows as X8084911. According to the Carbine Club Newsletter no. 332, dated November of 2005, a possible explanation is that these X-8 million numbers were issued to field service depots and rebuild facilities for the purpose of restamping carbines with damaged or mutilated SNs. A copy of this letter will accompany this rifle, as it is pictured by SN. The rifle is assembled as follows: The Saginaw receiver with the aforementioned number with the typical “SG” marking is on the left side of the receiver. The SN is stamped both underneath the rear sight, as well as in front of the rear sight, with no maker name on the rear receiver. The rear sight is a Type 3 stamped, with the front sight being a Rock Island replacement. The trigger housing is Underwood in its entirety, with the exception of a contract flip safety and a late-war replacement magazine catch. The bolt is Underwood and retains a re-parkerized finish. The operating slide is “PI” marked and a Type B. Butt stock is an IBM with the letter “J” in the channel with a “RIA / EB” rebuild mark. The handguard is a 4-rivet with an added “IO” mark on the bottom. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver retains approx. 88-90% of the orig finish, with the majority of wear coming from having the slide actuated. Flat bolt is re-parkerized with a blued extractor. Trigger housing shows orig parkerized finish with all small parts being blued except the trigger and the safety. Butt stock shows good-plus with only a few minor scuffs present, and the handguard shows good with one impression approx. 3″ from the rear. Mechanics are crisp and the bore is bright and shiny. 4-37350 (1,500-2,500)

*CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR OF INLAND M-1 CARBINES. SN 248815, 248816. Cal. 30. GUN 1: 18″ bbl. This February of 1943 Inland shows some orig components along with some arsenal upgrades. Components are as follows: Barreled action shows orig February of 1943 with correct front and rear sights, but does retain an “AMCO” Type 3 bbl band and bayonet lug upgrade. Bolt is a transition bolt which is a flat blued “AI” marked bolt with a standard blue extractor. Trigger housing retains all orig Inland components, including a push-button safety and Type 2 dog-leg hammer. The correct mounting pin is missing the spring. Operating slide is Type 1 with the butt stock and handguard having been upgraded. Butt stock shows to be an oval-cut, low-wood with the broken wheel cartouche and an “RIA” over “EB” stamp. Upper handguard assembly is a 2-rivet Underwood. GUN 2: 18″ bbl. This gun shows slightly better than gun 1, retaining orig sights with the same Type 3 bbl band/bayonet lug upgrade with the “JMQ” code on it. Trigger housing and components are correct for the February of 1943 production date, including a push-button safety and Type 2 dog-leg hammer, but retains a slightly later cross pin. Operating slide is Type 1 early Inland, as it should be, and the blued flat bolt is “AI” marked retaining a standard extractor. Butt stock is the correct “I” cut/high-wood with “IO” and an ordnance bomb in the channel. The “IO” marked, 2-rivet upper handguard shows to be a small groove, which is correct for this transition period. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: GUN 1: Receiver retains approx. 85% of the orig finish with the majority of loss being at the wood line. Bbl retains approx. 90% of the orig finish showing signs of being in a scabbard or a rack. Trigger housing and operating slide each show better than 95% of their orig finish. Butt stock and handguard both show good-plus with just a little minor bruising. Orig “AI” flat bottom magazine shows near-excellent. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright although it shows some wear. GUN 2: This barreled action retains better than 95% of the orig dark gray parkerized finish, as does the trigger housing and slide assemblies. The magazine catch and pins show blued, while the hammer shows in the white with the plunger being blued. Butt stock shows good-plus with only a few minor scuff marks present and a barely legible circle “P” on the pistol grip. Butt stock also retains a rack number “3 43”. Upper handguard shows good with a small “ACRA-GLASS” repair on the right side approx. 1″ from the rear. Mechanics are crisp and the bore is bright and shiny. Correct Inland magazines on both guns are in very good condition. 4-37362 BK15 (3,500-5,500)

*IRWIN-PEDERSON M-1 CARBINE. SN 1766641. Cal. 30. 18″ bbl. This is an Irwin-Pederson M-1 carbine with a mixture of early and late components that are listed as follows: bbl is a Winchester undated with the “WP” proof; front bbl band is Type 1 reproduction with the correct S’G’ sling swivel and screw; flat blued bolt is “IP” marked on the cocking lug; trigger housing is S.G. with an “IP” safety and mag catch; hammer is a Winchester; rear flip sight is “RP” marked, with the front sight being unmarked. Operating slide is S’G’ Type 1 with the butt stock being “IRIP” marked with a low-wood and an unfinished plaque inleaded into the left side at the receiver, which reads: “PRESENTATION M-1 CARBINE TO, FROM, DATE” with no other information added. Butt plate is also “IP-PM” marked. Magazine is marked “IP-I”. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Barreled receiver retains approx. 90% of a medium gray parkerizing, as does the front sight. Trigger guard, operating slide and rear sight show a darker parkerizing. Rear sight pin and spring are orig blued finish, as well as the bolt. Magazine is “IP” marked and shows near-new with orig blue finish. “IR-IP” butt stock shows very good with only a minimum of scuffing present, and an ordnance bomb in the channel. Plaque has patina-ed. Unmarked 2-rivet handguard shows near-excellent with no scuffs or dings present. Mechanics are excellent and bore is bright and shiny. 4-37348 BK20 (1,500-3,000)

*DESIRABLE ROCK-OLA DCM M-1 CARBINE WITH BOX. SN 1720271. Cal. 30. With 18″ bbl. This M-1 carbine is very typical of the guns sold through the DCM program in the late 1950’s – early 1960’s. It is a Rock-ola barreled action with misc. parts as rebuilt by a government arsenal. The parts are listed as follows: Front sight is “RIA” marked with the Type 3 bbl band with bayonet lug being “SI” marked. Trigger housing is IBM with National Postal Meter small parts. The safety has been upgraded to a lever. Rifle is also equipped with a Type 2, milled rear sight and a late Inland round bolt that is parkerized. The stock is a low-wood with “U” with 2 dots to signify rebuilt at Underwood in the 1950’s, and also has the rack number “130” stenciled in yellow on the bottom of the pistol grip. Upper handguard is “MU” marked, and rifle is accompanied by a post-war sling and DCM box. Hard to find these. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Metal shows 98% of the arsenal-applied parkerizing, with the exception of the hammer, magazine catch and pins which are blue. Rifle retains a significant amount of packing grease from storage. Butt stock and handguard show near-excellent with only a couple of light rub marks. Sling shows good. Mechanics are near-excellent and rifle has a bright shiny bore. Box is in very good condition with some failed glue on a couple of the corners. “SW” marked magazine retains better than 95% blue. 4-37349 (1,500-2,500)

*RARE PEDERSEN RIFLE BY VICKERS-ARMSTRONG OF ENGLAND. SN 93. Cal. 276. 24″ bbl. The Pedersen rifle was manufactured by Vickers-Armstrong, Ltd., in England. These semi-auto rifles operate on a toggle / bolt system that is similar to that on a German PO8 or an American Browning automatic rifle. These rifles were submitted for testing to the U.S. government in the early 1930’s, along with the M-1 Garand and several other entries. It is rare to find one in orig unmolested condition. This example is SN 93, and it is 100% complete and in excellent working order. This rifle was also made in 30 caliber in a very limited quantity. CONDITION: Barreled receiver shows better than 95% of the orig blue finish, with the bands and trigger guard showing slightly better. The magazine shows slightly less blue, retaining approx. 90%. The 1-pc butt stock assembly shows good-plus, with some light bruising throughout but nothing significant enough to detract from its presence. Mechanics are crisp, and the bore is very lightly frosted but with very strong rifling. 4-37676 (6,000-9,000)

*EXTRAORDINARY PAIR OF SECRETARY OF NAVY SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 TROPHY RIFLES, WON BY BROTHERS. SN 1407112 & 1417337. Cal. 30-06. This extraordinary pair of rifles was won by U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen Charles Blenman, Jr. in 1934 and the other by his brother, William Blenman, in 1936. These rifles are awarded by the Secretary of the Navy to the highest scoring member of the Navy competing in the National Service Rifle matches. Both rifles are nearly identical NRA Sporters with 24″ Star gauged tapered rnd bbls, Springfield front sights with hoods with the 1934 rifle dated “2-32” and the 1936 rifle dated “9-35”. Both have standard receiver markings and are mounted with Lyman 48S receiver sights. They are mounted in their orig walnut half stocks with grooved stock bands, checkered forearms & pistol grips with sling swivels and orig checkered steel semi-crescent buttplates. Right side of butts are mounted with 2″ diameter round silver plates with the Secretary of the Navy trophy rifle information along with the winner’s name and year won. Upon graduation from the Naval Academy Charles became a Naval Aviator who flew mostly Hellcat fighters from a carrier in the Pacific and William commanded a destroyer during the D-Day Normandy invasion. Charles retired a Rear Admiral and William as a Captain. This is probably the only pair of Secretary of Navy trophy rifles ever won by brothers. CONDITION: SN 1407112, Charles’ rifle. Retains 95-96% strong orig bbl blue with a couple of small spots of pitting over chamber area. Receiver retains about 85% strong orig blue with a cleaned area on left side of receiver ring, also with some fine pitting. Bolt & handle retain their orig high polish while rails and follower retain fine jeweling. Stock is sound with crisp clean checkering and retains most of its orig dull oil finish with a couple of minor bruises and light handling & use marks. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore. SN 1417337, Wiliam’s rifle. Extremely fine. Bbl, receiver, floorplate, trigger guard retain about all of their strong orig arsenal blue. Bolt & handle retain their bright polish. Receiver rail & follower retain strong jeweling. Stock is sound showing only minor handling wear with a few minor nicks & scratches and retains about all of its strong hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Probably unfired. 4-37912 JR336 (20,000-30,000)

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE HAEMMERLI/SPRINGFIELD INTERNATIONAL MATCH RIFLE. SN 473. Cal. 30-06. According to the book The Springfield 1903 Rifles, Brophy, after the 1927 International Competition, the Ordnance Department purchased ten of these rifles and fitted them with the Springfield 31″ heavy rnd bbls, 1″ across the muzzle and 1.189″ at the receiver. Fitted with the orig Swiss globe front sight and mounted with target scope blocks. Receiver is mounted with a Lyman 48 target sight and front of receiver has its orig multiple adjustment palm rest. Fitted with dbl set triggers and an elaborate Schutzen style trigger guard. Buttstock is also Schutzen style with flared side panels, a heavy perch belly and massive Schutzen style cheekpiece with checkered thumb rest on right side. According to Brophy these rifles came with two different shaped Schutzen style buttplates fitted to each rifle. The forestock is uncheckered with a small schnable tip and hand rest rail on bottom which contains a sling loop with a corresponding loop on the buttstock. Forestock has been retrofitted with a screw to replace the orig key and there is an extra hollow space in the bbl channel which some of the shooters used to store an extra main spring or firing pin, all of which is mentioned on pp. 128-129 of the above cited publication. Also, according to Brophy, there was a total of about ten of these fine match rifles purchased for the U.S. International Shooting Team with others being sold by DCM through the NRA. This is an extraordinary find, rarely ever encountered. Consignor states that the gun will letter through Springfield Research. CONDITION: Very fine plus. Bbl retains 96-98% strong orig blue and receiver about 95% orig blue with some freckles of light rust and slightly battered screws. Wood is sound with minor nicks & scratches and a hairline in the buttstock behind the buttplate attaching pin escutcheon and overall retains most of its fine orig hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore. 4-35312 JR335 (12,500-17,500)

*EXTREMELY RARE GRIFFIN & HOWE HEAVY BARREL INTERNATIONAL MATCH 1903 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. SN 1266200. Cal. 30-06. This is a rifle that probably began life as an orig Springfield International Match rifle. It now has a 30″, slightly tapered, extra heavy rnd bbl with a front sight key and target scope blocks. Top of bbl is marked “REBARRELED BY GRIFFIN & HOWE INC NEW YORK” and caliber marking is on left side. Receiver has standard Springfield markings and is mounted with a Lyman 48S receiver sight that has a Merit adjustable aperture disc and a headless striker. Mounted in the orig Springfield International Match half stock, missing its bbl band, with sling loops in the forestock & buttstock. It has a pistol grip and an orig semi-crescent, checkered steel buttplate. Floorplate has its orig Springfield palm rest riveted in place receiver is mounted with orig dbl set triggers. International Match rifles of any type are rare, but the Griffin & Howe bbl is not previously known to this cataloguer. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl & receiver retain about all of their fine Griffin & Howe blue with only faint sharp edge wear. Stock is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig Springfield oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Would make an outstanding long range offhand rifle. 4-37982 JR334 (3,750-4,750)

EXTREMELY RARE PROTOTYPE BOLO BAYONET FOR THE MODEL 1915. Rare & unusual bayonet with 15-13/16″ bolo blade with the 1905 style handguard that has integral muzzle ring and bottom or lower latch. It has the rough turned uncheckered walnut scales with a hooked, hawk, beak shaped pommel. Left ricasso is marked “SA” over a flaming bomb which surmounts the date “1912”. Right ricasso is marked only “US” with no serial number as would have been on a production item. Knowledgeable and authoritative authors & collectors have reached a general consensus that this is one of the 52 bolo bayonets manufactured at Springfield Armory in fiscal year 1913 and that they are probably the test models for the Model 1915 which were produced in the 1916-17 time frame in very limited numbers. This bayonet in most respects, especially dimensionally, resembles the Model 1915 with the exception of the low mount latch and lacking a serial number. It has the 1/8″ polish line on the blade at the ricasso. CONDITION: Appears to be new, retaining virtually all of its orig bright finish with polish lines in the orig configuration. Edge appears to have been sharpened. Handguard, scales & pommel retain virtually all of their orig arsenal finish. Altogether an extremely rare & important developmental piece in the evolution of Springfield bayonets. 4-37699 JR179 (12,500-17,500)

*SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1899 KRAG CARBINE. SN 344933. Cal. 30-40 Krag. Usual configuration with 22″ tapered rnd bbl, pedestal mounted front sight with 2,400 yard ladder rear sight. Mounted in a highly figured 1-pc walnut stock with bbl band & handguard that has sight protector. Left side of wrist has a crisp, clear “1901” cartouche and it has a smooth steel buttplate with trap. This was the last carbine made in the Krag series in period 1899-1902 with about 36,000 being produced in that time. Although these carbines were produced in fairly large quantities they are rarely if ever found with strong orig finish. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains 97-98% strong orig blue. Receiver, sideplate & cartridge box retain black case colors, slightly thinned over top of receiver. Extractor retains about 60-70% of its orig fire blue. Stock & handguard are exceptional with only very minor storage & handling nicks and retain about all of their orig oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with some light orange peel roughness. 4-36275 JR331 (2,500-3,500)

*RARE MAUSER 98K SNIPER WITH LONG RAIL SCOPE MOUNT. SN 22. Cal. 8mm Mauser. Built on a “bcd/4″ marked receiver with 24” tapered rnd bbl, barleycorn ramp front sight with hood and a 2,000 meter rear sight. Chamber area of bbl has the Nazi eagle and “22” with Waffenampt “135” and eagle proofs on right side of receiver. Receiver, bolt, bbl, bbl bands & rear sight are phosphate finished. Floorplate is blued and buttplate is bright metal. Left side of receiver is mounted with a scope rail that has a long rail mount containing a Dialytan 4X scope with “bmj” manufacturer’s code, serial number “85442”. Scope mount is stamped “22”, the same as the stamp on bbl. Rail is marked with a “_59” Waffenampt. Striker has a long winter safety also numbered “22” which matches the number found on the bolt handle & shroud. Trigger guard is stamped sheet metal. Right side of butt appears to have an eagle stamped over an “H”. Buttplate is stamped sheet metal with a checkered face and is mounted with an orig leather sling. Few of these fine sniper rifles survive today especially with orig scope mounts. It is known that when a sniper was about to be captured or was preparing to surrender he detached his scope and threw it away. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Metal retains virtually all of its crisp orig factory finish showing little or no use with only slight wear lines on rails. Stock is sound showing light to moderate soil. Sling is fine. Optics are crisp. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. 4-36482 JR330 (10,000-15,000)

*CZECH MAUSER MODEL VZ24 SNIPER RIFLE. SN 1341Y4. Cal. 8X57. Rare sniper rifle with 24″ bbl, attached sight shield and 2000 meter ladder rear sight. Receiver is mounted with matching numbered orig German scope bases & mounts containing a German single turret scope with split crosshair & post reticle. The front mount is numbered to the receiver with the other three pieces having assembly number “71”, which number corresponds with last two digits of the scope serial number which is 3571. Scope has manufacturer code “I.O.R.” stamped by the turret. Mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with full length hand guard, two bands with bayonet lug and dual sling loops with a slotted head wiping rod. It has a smooth steel buttplate. Accompanied by a fine bayonet with steel scabbard and 11-3/4″ upside down mounted blade. Handle has walnut panels and scabbard has a light brown frog. The left ricasso of blade is marked “CSZ / B”. Also accompanied by a period of use rectangular brown leather scope box with a polarizing lense cover in a pocket inside lid. PROVENANCE: Stern Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. All metal retains virtually all of its orig arsenal blue with only slight muzzle edge wear, which also includes scope bases, mounts & scope tube. Stock & handguard retain virtually all of their fine arsenal restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore, crisp optics. Bayonet is extremely fine and scope box is very fine. 4-34015 (3,000-5,000)

*RARE GERMAN G41 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE. SN 1242a. Cal. 8mm Mauser. Usual configuration with 22″ shrouded bbl, barleycorn front sight on a ramp with a hood and 1,200 meter rear sight. Left side of sight base has an authentic, armorer installed base for the ZF41 scope. Receiver is without markings except for the serial number and a Nazi eagle on right side of the scope base. It also has a “214” Waffenampt on the top rear of receiver, on the safety, on the slide, magazine well, floorplate and on the bbl nut. There probably are other markings on the metal that were not observed. Bottom of stock has the serial number “1878a” and has a larger eagle and indecipherable Waffenampt below trigger guard. Mounted in laminated 1-pc wood stock with a black composition handguard and has an orig sling on left side. Cleaning rod is missing. Few of these early G41’s were ever set up as snipers so with the addition of a ZF41 scope would make this rifle immensely more valuable. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all visible numbers are matching except stock. Bbl & bbl bands retain a blue/brown patina as does the receiver. Bolt slide, magazine & floorplate retain a dark blue finish showing light edge wear. Stock is sound with nicks, dings & scratches and retains a fine hand worn patina. Sling is a little dry with some finish loss. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-38018 JR332 (5,000-6,000)

*SWISS MODEL 1955 SNIPER RIFLE WITH SCOPE. SN 1533. Cal. 7.5 Swiss. This model sniper rifle was introduced in 1955 and built on a 1931 action. It is fitted with a muzzle brake as well as a 3.5 Kern Aarau telescope that is mounted on the left side of the receiver, and is equipped with a beechwood stock and handguard. Rifle is also equipped with an integral bipod. CONDITION: Rifle shows near-excellent condition, retaining 96-98% of the orig finish, with an import mark roll-dyed on the right side of the bbl. All numbered parts, including bolt and magazine, are matching SN. Beechwood stock and handguard show near-excellent with a Swiss cartouche in the right comb and only minor scuffing present. Checkering on pistol grip also shows near-excellent. Mechanics are crisp and bore shows bright and shiny. Telescope shows good-plus condition, retaining better than 90% of the orig dull blue, with crystal clear optics. Scope can, which is numbered to the gun, shows good retaining approx. 75% of the gray paint with some scratching present. 4-36442 (4,000-6,000)

*RARE MONDRAGON MODEL 1908 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE MISSING ITS BOLT. SN 2596. Cal. 7mm. Fine semi-auto rifle with 24-3/4″ tapered rnd bbl with tall pedestal barleycorn front sight and 2,000 meter ladder rear sight. Bottom of bbl has a bayonet lug. Mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with full length handguard and has a detachable box magazine. Bbl band & buttstock have sling loops. Unfortunately the bolt is missing. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains strong blue finish under a heavy coating of old dried oil. Wood is sound with an old arsenal refinish. Bright shiny bore. 4-38017 (3,500-5,500)

*IDENTIFIED COLT MODEL 1902 SPORTING SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 7289. Cal. 38 ACP. Blue finish with 6″ bbl, fixed sights with rounded, checkered hammer spur and fitted with checkered Colt/rampant “COLT” embossed hard rubber grips. Accompanied by a commercial flap holster of the early 20th Century period, probably made for a Model 1903 Hammer. Also accompanied by a letter of provenance from consignor who states that this pistol had belonged to her late husband Ellsworth Charles McClenachan, Jr. who passed away September 2008. She states that he had inherited it from his father, Ellsworth Charles McClenachan, Sr. when he passed away in 1952. She also states that Mr. McClenachan, Sr. carried this pistol when he was a member of the Tennessee National Guard, 1916-17, when he saw active duty on the Mexican border against Pancho Villa. Also accompanying is a photograph of Mr. McClenachan, Sr. in WWI era Army uniform with notation “Mexican Border – 1915”. She states that Mr. McClenachan, Sr. was a fine competitive shooter and “won many shooting competitions with this gun” and that he was supposed to have competed in the Olympics but they were canceled by WWI. Very few identified Model 1902 Colts have ever been located, especially with direct family provenance. CONDITION: Good to very good. Pistol retains 70-75% orig blue, thinning on slide, strong on frame, especially in sheltered areas. Front & back straps are a blue/gray patina. Bottom right grip screw is broken, otherwise grips are very fine showing minor wear. Mechanics are crisp, strong sharp bore with fine pitting. Holster is dry with a slightly flexed flap and minor losses of finish with the toe seam open to allow the longer bbl to pass through. 4-37735 JR134 (1,500-2,500)

*SCARCE COLT MODEL 1905 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 590. Cal. 45 ACP. Colt’s first attempt at a large bore semi-auto pistol in the powerful 45 ACP. It has blue finish with 5″ bbl, fixed sights and mounted with diamond checkered walnut grips. It has slide stop on left side of the frame with a rounded knurled hammer spur. This is considered an “early type”, those below serial number 700, however this pistol also has the 1905 patent date which is usually not found on this model until after about serial number 700. It has usual markings on both sides of slide with rampant Colt in a circle on the left rear. Accompanied by a spare second magazine and a period commercial flap holster with snap closure and two belt loops on back. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms only about 6,100 of these scarce pistols were made in period 1905-1911 and few are found today with very much orig finish. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 96-97% strong glossy orig factory blue with only light muzzle edge wear on the slide and sharp edges on the rear of the slide. Front & back straps are very strong with some slight flaking on front strap. Grips are crisp retaining most of their orig factory varnish with grip screws retaining about all of their orig factory blue. Hammer retains most of its strong, bright case colors. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Spare magazine shows use but no abuse. Holster is sound with a crackled surface and retains a dark oiled finish. 4-37766 JR131 (3,500-5,000)

EXTREMELY RARE COLT 1911 FACTORY CUT AWAY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 45 ACP. Extremely rare cutaway pistol in usual 1911 configuration with 5″ bbl that is probably an old replacement. Bbl is unmarked except for a small “5” stamped on bottom. Balance of pistol is also completely unmarked except for a couple of minor inspector initials internally. Entire right side of frame is cut away to expose internal workings and the slide is also cut away in strategic points to expose all of its internal workings. Bbl is not cut to expose chamber & rifling as would normally be found on a cutaway pistol leading one to speculate that it is in fact a replacement. Right side of frame does not have grip screw escutcheons with the top area having been cut away completely and bottom appears to have never had an escutcheon installed. Left side has a 1930’s style full checkered walnut grip, probably an old replacement. Accompanied by an orig 2-tone lanyard loop magazine with the full right side cutaway. A few of these pistols were ever made in this configuration and very few of these survive today. CONDITION: Fine. Overall retains a dull blue/brown patina with traces of blue in most sheltered areas and orig finish in the cuts. Grip shows heavy wear. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore, appears to be unfired. Left side of magazine is fine with strong blue and lightly stained upper portion. Right side is dulled from exposure. There is a small crack on right rear edge of frame by grip safety which causes minor binding of slide, otherwise mechanics are fine. 4-36285 JR18 (3,500-5,000)

*EARLY COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL COMMERCIAL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN C12061. Cal. 45 ACP. Fine early commercial Government Model in full 1911 configuration with orig thin front sight and rnd top rear sight. It has long hammer spur & short grip safety spur and straight, smooth main spring housing and is fitted with orig diamond checkered walnut grips. Bbl appears to be a commercial type but has a small “P” upside down and parallel with the bore on the bottom of the skirt area. Front strap is marked “43BN / 5” which indicates that this may have been a unit purchase issue side arm. Accompanied by two orig 2-tone lanyard loop magazines and a fine commercial flap holster with spare mag pouch on front. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains most of a fine professionally restored finish with a few scattered pin pricks of pitting on the slide. Grips are sound showing light to moderate wear. Mechanics are crisp, strong bore with fine pitting in the grooves. Magazines are dark but completely functional. Holster is very fine although slightly stiff with top stitching on belt loop missing. 4-37950 JR182 (1,500-2,500)

*COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO MILITARY PISTOL. SN 204860. Cal. 45 ACP. Usual configuration with blue finish, 5″ bbl and diamond checkered walnut grips. It has the brushed finish of 1917 with straight spring housing, long hammer spur and short grip safety spur. It has usual markings with a rampant Colt at left rear end of slide. Left side of frame has the Gilbert H. Stewart inspector mark just above magazine release button. Bbl appears to be orig and has the “P” and “H” proofs parallel to the bore. Accompanied by an orig 2-tone military magazine. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains about all of an exceptionally fine professionally restored finish with only slight sharp edge wear. Grips show light wear on left side, slightly heavier on right side. Magazine is fine. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore, slightly frosty in the grooves. 4-37376 JR16 (1,250-1,750)

*RARE NORTH AMERICAN MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 66. Cal. 45 ACP. One of only 100 production North American Arms Co. built 1911 pistols during WWI. These 100 pistols were built by North American Arms in the old Ross Rifle Factory in Quebec, Canada under contract from U.S. Government for 500,000 pistols. This limited number was produced probably as test & machinery setup pieces prior to commencing production. Just as the factory was ready to begin producing pistols the Armistice of 1918 was signed and the contract was immediately suspended. A settlement was reached between U.S. Government & North American Arms & no additional 1911 style pistols were ever produced by that company. In total there appears to have been approx. 104 pieces produced with the first 100 numbered consecutively from 1 to 100 and additional pieces, made for presentation, were numbered “111”, “222”, “333”, etc. in multiple digits. A few of these presentation pieces are known. Regardless, the North American 1911 is the single most rare model ever produced under the 1911 design and is only found in the most advanced collections. This pistol was brought home from European theatre by Pvt. Harlan Benner who was a truck driver for the 208th Field Artillery at Normandy. He was driving supplies to the front & returning bodies to the beach and removed this pistol from the body of a deceased officer. He stated he mailed it home in pieces. Built almost precisely like a standard 1911, with only minor, subtle differences. It has a standard 5″ bbl with normal lug & link with seven lands & grooves & is completely unmarked. Slide is marked on left side “MANUFACTURED BY / NORTH AMERICAN ARMS CO. LIMITED / QUEBEC, CANADA.”. The word “LIMITED” has what appears to be a capital “L” with shorter remaining letters and the last three are tapered in descending height. This is an identifying feature for authentic North American Arms 1911’s. It has orig fixed sights with serial number at rear left side behind grasping grooves. It has a long smooth trigger & long spur hammer without checkering & short spur grip safety with straight mainspring housing without lanyard loop, all of which are identifying features for the North American 1911. Additionally the serial number is also found on left side of heel, under grip & adjacent to grip escutcheon. Third location of serial number is on left side of trigger and is obscured by frame and was not disassembled to ascertain its presence. Fitted with large diamond checkered walnut grips and accompanied by an orig 2-tone Colt style magazine. Slide lock has serrated top edge & bears the number “46” on inside. Thumb safety is checkered on top & bottom. This is truly one of the great rarities in automatic pistol collecting. Accompanied by a 1920’s-30’s period Audley flap holster with long belt loop marked on back with maker’s name & a “1914” patent date. Flap is attached to a wire loop which passes through belt loop & when flipped open falls away clearing access to pistol. Pistol is held in place by a spring loaded nickeled brass catch through trigger guard & must be depressed before pistol can be removed. CONDITION: Good. Slide retains 20-25% orig blue with balance a mottled gray/brown patina. Frame retains 10-15% thin orig blue, only in most sheltered areas, with balance a mottled gray/brown patina. Rear edge of slide spring housing is battered. Recoil spring is weak & should be replaced before anyone would attempt to fire it. Grips show heavy wear & dark oil staining but are sound. Bottom right side grip screw is battered & cannot be removed. Mechanics are fine, strong dark bore. Holster is dry with heavy flexing on flap & top of belt loop with nicks & scratches elsewhere and loose stitching around stud reinforcing, otherwise is sound, missing the leg strap. 4-35876 JR343 (8,000-12,000)

*RARE DOCUMENTED WWII ISSUED REMINGTON RAND MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO MILITARY PISTOL. SN 1766320. Cal. 45 ACP. Usual configuration with 5″ bbl and light gray parkerized restored finish. Mounted with full checkered, brown plastic grips with donuts that have a “K” inside a star with reinforcements on inside. Accompanied by one “R” code full blue military magazine and an orig Remington Rand WWII Kraft colored shipping box with cosmoline paper on inside. Also accompanying is a Quartermaster Corps form 434, shipping ticket for 27 dog crates, dog leashes, dog collars, kennel chains, iron stakes, dog pans and which also lists 27 1911A1 pistols by serial number including this pistol. This form is dated 7 July 1945 with “CONSIGNOR” listed as “CBI WAR DOG DETACHMENT, APO 6299” with “SHIP TO” “COMMANDING OFFICER HEADQUARTERS & HEADQUARTERS, O.S.S., DETACHMENT, APO 627. There is a hand written note on top right corner “KUNMING, CHINA”. Behind most of the serial numbers listed are various initials, apparently those of the individuals to whom the pistols were issued. Serial number for this pistol has the intials “JH” or “JN”. The organization to which the shipment was made, the O.S.S., was the Office of Strategic Services, the forerunner to the modern day CIA. The O.S.S. was the clandestine arm of the U.S. Military which infiltrated agents and groups of agents behind the lines to organize resistance and disrupt enemy supply lines. This shipment was made just a couple of months prior to the surrender of Japan at the end of WWII and further research could likely disclose the mission of this organization in China. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Overall retains virtually all of an outstanding restored gray parkerized finish with a few scattered pin pricks of pitting. Grips are crisp as are the mechanics, brilliant shiny bore. Box shows oil staining around edges, otherwise is completely intact and very fine. 4-37370 JR25 (3,000-5,000)

*COLT/ITHACA MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO MILITARY PISTOL. SN 2285234. Cal. 45 ACP. Usual configuration with 5″ bbl, Ithaca slide with orig fixed sights and usual Ithaca markings on left side of slide. Frame is in the Colt serial range with “G.H.D.” inspector initials for Lt. Col. Guy H. Drewry. Bbl is full parkerized with a small “F” on right side of lug and a “P” on left side. Bore is unusual in that it has 12 lands & grooves. It has full checkered brown plastic grips with small donuts and inside reinforcements. Accompanied by a Craighead brand military flap holster marked with “U.S.” on back and the Craighead Co. cartouche. It has a large embossed “US” on the flap. CONDITION: Fine. Overall retains 92-93% dark parkerized finish that may be an old arsenal restoration. Frame markings are a little soft and the ordnance wheel at right rear is faint. Grips show heavy wear with a few chipped diamonds. Mechanics are crisp, strong bore with bright lands, dark in the grooves. Holster shows about 60% orig chocolate brown finish with minor flexing on toe and crackling on flap. 4-37862 JR200 (800-1,500)

*SCARCE COLT RAF ISSUE MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN W40495. Cal. 455. Usual 1911 commercial configuration with 5″ bbl and standard markings on left side of slide with a rampant Colt at left rear end. It has orig fixed sights with right side of slide having commercial markings with “CALIBRE 455” below “COLT AUTOMATIC”. The second “5” has been added during the manufacturing process. Fitted with diamond checkered walnut grips. Left side of frame in front of the slide lock hole has the British broad arrow over crossed swords and a British proof on left front web of trigger guard. These pistols were commercial model 1911’s that were sold on contract to the British government with about 11,000 produced in period 1915-16. Accompanied by its orig “CAL. 455 ELEY” marked magazine and what is probably its orig 455 bbl. Bbl is commercial type with a small “P” proof on bottom in front of lug which also has a small “5” inspector mark. Also accompanied by a hand written letter from consignor’s brother-in-law dated 1991 with an accompanying description of this pistol. This letter states that this pistol was issued to George Clark Whiting, his father, an American volunteer in the Royal Flying Corps during the first World War. He further states that he then carried this pistol during his service in the second World War. Rarely does one encounter a 1911 with orig family provenance, especially one that was carried in two world wars. Additionally accompanied by a WWII era web belt, a “US” marked flap holster, Carlisle bandage, another ammunition pouch containing an orig “S” marked 1911 bbl and a dbl mag pouch containing two folded base lanyard loop 2-tone magazines, one with copper slide spot. CONDITION: Very fine. Slide retains 88-90% strong orig blue with muzzle end & sharp edge wear and a few scattered chemical spots about the center. Frame retains about 90% strong orig blue, somewhat thinned on front strap with a blue/gray spring housing. Grips are very fine showing moderate wear and a small bruise on left side. Magazine is very fine retaining about 85% strong orig finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with three or four small spots of pitting. Holster is dark & oil treated, web belt & accessories are fine, spare bbl is very fine and two spare lanyard loop magazines are good to very good being mostly gray metal color. 4-37768 JR133 (2,000-3,000)

*REMINGTON RAND MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH GENERAL OFFICERS BLACK BELT, HOLSTER & MODEL 1903 GENERAL OFFICERS HOLSTER & MAG POUCH THAT BELONG TO LT. GEN. JOHN W. McENERY. SN 896484. Cal. 45 ACP. Usual configuration with 5″ bbl. Fixed sights and normal Remington Rand slide markings on the left side. Left side of frame has the FJA (Lt. Col. F.J. Atwood) inspector initials with normal markings on the right side & a small ordnance wheel at the right rear. Slide is Remington Rand, as noted, frame is in the Colt serial range. Fitted with full checkered brown plastic grips with donuts & inside reinforcements. Trigger has been fitted with a Herter’s trigger shoe. Accompanied by Gen McEnery’s black General Officer’s .45 holster with gold washed rivets & brass wire hanger. Also accompanied by his black General Officer’s belt with gold washed brass wreath & tongue buckle that has acanthus leaves around the wreath and an American eagle on the tongue. Leaves are attached to the wreath with five rivets and the eagle to the tongue with three rivets. Belt also has the black leather hanger for the .45 pistol holster. Additionally accompanied by Gen McEnery’s General Officer’s black holster for the Colt 1903 and his black mag pouch containing one all blue , military style Colt 1903 magazine. Gen McEnery was a graduate of The US Military Academy at West Point class of 1948. He worked his way through the ranks serving in the Armored Cavalry in Germany, as a tank company commander and S-3 of the 2nd squadron 10th Cavalry, after which he served in various staff positions in the Pentagon in Spain. After completing the Air War College in 1968 he was assigned to Vietnam where he commanded the 3rd Squadron of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment under Col. George S. Patton, Jr., where he earned the Distinguished Service Cross in his unit’s engagement at the Michelin Rubber Plantation. In 1970 he qualified as an Army Aviator and was assigned to Ft. Hood, TX where he formed and trained the Army’s 1st Air Cavalry Brigade. Upon being promoted to Brigadier Gen he became Assistant Div. Cdr. of the 1st Cav. Div. and with promotion to Maj. gen he was assigned as the Deputy Director of the Defense Nuclear Agency. In 1974 he became the Commander of the 101st Airborne Div. at Ft. Campbell, KY. and in 1976 became the Commanding General of the US Army Armor School at Ft. Knox ,KY. In 1979 he became the Chief of Staff of the US Army Forces Command at Ft. McPherson, GA. In 1981 he was promoted to Lieutenant General and was appointed to be the president of the Inter-American Defense Board in Washington, DC. He retired in 1983 to Monterey, CA. General McEnery’s decorations include, among many others, the Distinguished Service Cross, Army Distinguished Service Medal, 2 Silver Stars, 3 Legion of Merit Awards, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Award, Purple Heart and 26 Air Medals. Accompanied in this lot is a colored photograph of Gen. McEnery in the uniform of a Major General. PROVENANCE: LT Gen John W. McEnery CONDITION: Pistol is fine to very fine. Overall retains 85-90% orig Parkerized finish. Grips show moderate to heavy wear. Hammer sometimes follows the slide, otherwise mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore. All leather goods are very fine showing light wear and use. 4-37833, 4-37835 JR247 (3,500-5,500)

*COLT MODEL 1903 U.S. PROPERTY WITH SHOULDER HOLSTER. SN 560708. Cal. 32. 3-1/2″ bbl. This is a blued example of the Colt U.S. Property Model M-32 auto. These pistols were issued to high-ranking officers, generally Major and above. They are commonly referred to as “General Officer’s pistols”. The parkerized version is the more commonly seen of these pistols and the blued 32 is seldom seen. Pistol is accompanied by a shoulder holster that appears to be either very late issue or possibly a PX purchase for this pistol. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter indicating the pistol as found and being sold to the US Govt Supply Div Strategic Services, Fowler Bldg, Rosslyn, VA on Sept 26, 1944 in a shipment of 900 pistols. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Pistol retains 85-90% of the orig blue, with some slight spotting and surface oxidation scattered throughout. Bbl retains approx. 95% of the orig blue, with the ejection port area being polished bright. Wooden / medallion grips show good with some flattening of the checkering toward the bottom. Blued Colt marked magazine shows good, retaining 95-97% of the orig blue. Mechanics are crisp and bore is bright. Leather shoulder holster is as new in the orig Kraft style box. 4-37363 BK54 (1,500-2,200)

SCARCE ORIGINAL ERA BROWN GENERAL OFFICER’S BELT & BUCKLE. Fine General Officer’s belt made of soft brown leather having adjustable billets on each end that contain an orig General Officer’s gold plated wreath & tongue buckle that has acanthus leaves around the wreath and the American eagle on the tongue. Eagle is secured to the tongue with three rivets and the acanthus leaves to the buckle with five rivets. Accompanied by a letter from consignor who states that this belt belonged to his uncle, Brig. Gen. John S. Winn. Gen. Winn was born 18 Dec. 1898 in Walla Walla, Washington into a military family whose roots pre-date the American Revolution. Gen. Winn graduated West Point in 1918 and rose through the ranks to become Brig. Gen. in Sept. 1943 and retired 30 Nov. 1948 after a long and distinguished career in the Artillary. He died in California 9 March 1972. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Belt shows light wear with some light crackling to the surface. Buckle has a couple of thin spots near top, otherwise retains virtually all of its gold finish. 4-37834 JR246 (1,500-2,500)

*SCARCE FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION COLT SUPER .38 GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 4993. Cal. .38 super. Blue finish with a 5″ bbl. Fixed sights and full checkered walnut grips. Magazine is the orig pre-war duel tone marked “COLT SUPER .38 AUTO” on the bottom. Slide has matching numbers. This gun was manufactured in 1929, the first year of production for this model. Orig examples are very difficult to find in this condition. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 96% orig factory bright blue overall. Slide has minor wear. A few dings and a few minor pits on the left side. Also has some normal wear on sharp edges and grip safety. Grips are very fine with sharp checkering with very little wear and few dings. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is sharp and shiny. 4-36440 BS31 (3,000-4,000)

*RARE PRESENTATION COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN C185881. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish with 5″ bbl, serrated front sight and an orig Stevens adjustable rear sight. Mounted with orig full checkered walnut grips with a correct commercial marked 2-tone magazine. It has the 1911A1 configuration with short trigger, a short, wide hammer spur and long grip safety spur and arched spring housing. Slide is matching numbered to frame and it has its orig bbl marked on lower left “COLT 45 AUTO MATCH”. Left side of slide has the usual Colt markings with last patent date “1913”. Right side of slide has the National Match and Colt markings with frame marked “GOVERNMENT MODEL” over serial number. Top of slide between ejection port & sight is engraved through the blue “PRES. TO CAPT. A.E. DE CESARIS / FROM CO. F. 14TH INF. N.Y.N.G. 1940”. Accompanied by its orig hinged lid dark maroon box with black & white end labels with top label “NATIONAL MATCH / ADJUSTABLE SIGHT”. Corners & center of box have scotch tape. Bottom of box has the serial number of this pistol in pencil. Also accompanied by an orig owner’s manual, the orig target for this pistol, five shots at fifteen yards by J.M. Molloy, with all five shots in the ten ring with three X’s. Additionally accompanied by the orig hang tag showing the adjustments for the rear sight, an orig screwdriver envelope and a “Shooting Suggestions” pamphlet. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains about 98% strong glossy orig factory blue with only slight muzzle edge wear on left side from sliding in the box. There are two small spots of chemical staining on left side of the frame above magazine release and some chemical spotting on back strap by the mainspring housing. Magazine is crisp as are the grips. Crisp mechanics and brilliant shiny bore. 4-37419 JR132 (7,000-12,000)

*VERY FINE PRE-WAR COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL NATIONAL MATCH .45. SN c178759. Cal .45. Blue finish with 5″ bbl, fixed sights, full checkered walnut grips. Pre-war military duel tone magazine. Manufactured 1935 which was the 3rd year of production for this model. Slide has matching numbers. Pre-war National Matches are hard to find in such beautiful orig condition. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 97% orig factory bright blue. Has minor wear on sharp edges with scattered light dings and minor scratches. Grips are fine with sharp checkering and a few minor dings. Bore is sharp and bright. Military duel tone magazine is very good, retaining about 80% orig blue on the bottom half with scattered light corrosion overall. Mechanics are crisp. 4-38006 BS32 (2,000-3,000)

*RARE COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE SEMI-AUTO MILITARY PISTOL. SN SM8040. Cal. 22 LR. Scarce parkerized finish with 5″ bbl with floating chamber. Slide has usual Ace Company & Patent markings on left side with a rampant Colt and right side is marked “COLT SERVICE / MODEL” “ACE” in a diamond and “.22 LONG / RIFLE”. It has standard Ace front sight with a Stevens fully adjustable rear sight. Left side of frame has “G.H.D.” (Lt. Col. Guy H. Drewry) inspector initials vertically above magazine release. Right side of frame has “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” above serial number. Fitted with full checkered brown plastic grips with large donuts and is accompanied by two orig full blue Service Model Ace magazines, one of which has scratched initials on one side. Also accompanied by a rare “1917” dated Sears military flap holster with “US” in an oval on flap and maker’s name, date & inspector initials in the unusual location on front of holster under flap. Wire hanger for web belt is missing. About 13,500 of these rare revolvers were made in period 1935-1945 with majority being blue finish, making this a rather rare pistol. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains 93-95% orig parkerized finish with some light to moderate holster wear, especially around muzzle end of slide & sharp edges with a thinned front strap. Grips are extremely fine showing very light wear. Mechanics are fine, brilliant shiny bore. Holster, missing hanger wire as noted, is extremely fine with slight flexing on flap & retains most of its strong orig russet brown finish. A fine & rare holster. 4-35363 JR171 (3,000-5,000)

*COLT PRE-WAR ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 5869. Cal. 22 LR. Blue finish with 4-3/4″ solid chamber bbl, orig thick front sight and adjustable rear sight. It is fitted with replacement diamond checkered walnut grips and accompanied by one orig 2-tone service model Ace magazine. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Overall retains 95-96% strong, glossy orig factory blue with light muzzle & sharp edge wear. Front strap has two bands of thinning and a few minor scratches. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 4-37949 JR181 (1,750-2,750)

*RARE OBERGON SEMI AUTO .45 PISTOL. SN a239. Cal. .45acp. 4-3/4″ bbl. Manufactured by Fabrica de Armas in Mexico City to resemble the Colt Model 1911 A1. Front of slide is rounded and rear slide is marked “Sistema OBREGON/Calibre 11.43” ( 11.43 is .45 in millimeters). Slide lock/safety is a single long bar on left side. Right frame is marked “FABRICA DE ARMAS MEXICO/No A 239” towards the rear. Front of right frame is marked “PAT. No 35053”. Course checkered walnut grips. magazine release button has concentric rings. Front and rear grip straps have vertical line serrations in the metal. Magazine is orig and has matching numbers stamped near the base. Only about 1,000 of these guns were made and very few are in the United States. This example is in exceptional condition compared to most other examples encountered. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Retains about 97% orig factory bright blue. Most blue wear is just on sharp edges except for a little wear on the left side of the front slide, probably from a holster. Bore is sharp. Grips are fine with light wear and a few dings. Mechanics are crisp. Orig matching magazine retains about 85% blue. 4-36441 BS33 (3,750-5,000)

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CIA DEER GUN CLANDESTINE SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal.9mm. 1-7/8″ blued steel bbl. Single shot. Manufactured around 1964 as an updated version of the famous Liberator pistols which were dropped behind enemy lines in WWII. The “Deer” gun was designed to be dropped in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam war. The guns never made it to Vietnam and the CIA denies their existence. It is rumored that the guns were destroyed and only a handful survived. The frame is one piece cast aluminum with raised checkering on the grip area which was hollow to house a few extra rounds of ammunition. A groove runs down a ramp on top for sighting. The barrel unscrews for loading and removing the empty casing. A cocking knob was pulled until cocked. The aluminum trigger featured no trigger guard. Included with the pistol are a set of orig engineering drawings which may be orig blueprints. Copies of the orig instructions are also included, which show how to use the gun against enemy with a hammer and sickle on his sleeve. This is an extremely rare pistol that is a piece of the CIA’s Clandestine history and a “crown jewel” in any US Military collection. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 99% orig bright blue. Aluminum frame is in near new condition with very little wear. The rubber butt cap which housed an ejector rod that fit into the hollow grip is missing, as is the “horse collar” safety device which was a separate piece that held back the firing knob. 4-37367 BS35 (10,000-15,000)

*EXTREMELY FINE OSS LIBERATOR PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 45 ACP. Small, compact single shot pistol manufactured in 1942 by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors. The pistols are made of stamped sheet metal, spot welded together with a 4″ stepped smooth bore bbl, crude fixed sights with a simple striker firing mechanism that has a heavy zinc striker head. The OSS (Office of Strategic Services) was the clandestine predecessor to today’s CIA and the primary American agency running agents and disinformation programs against the Axis powers during the war. They came up with the idea to produce a cheap but effective single shot pistol to drop behind the lines to partisans to be used to obtain better quality weapons from the enemy. In May of 1942 the Government signed a contract with General Motors for 1 million of these pistols which General Motors was able to complete in just about four weeks at a cost of $1.72 each. The pistols were then packaged in a waxed, waterproof carton with a cartoon-like wordless instruction sheet, 10-rds of ammunition and a small dowel to be used as an ejector for the empty cases. Most of the entire production was shipped to England and the Pacific but little is known of their actual use. It is reported that most of the pieces shipped to England were never used and after the war were melted down for scrap. Obviously any that were dropped behind enemy lines were probably all lost and with the destruction of the shipments to England, very few survive today, especially complete units. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Retains virtually all of its gray metal finish with a minor spot or two of discoloration. Butt trap cover is intact. Mechanics are fine, smooth clean bore. 4-38067 JR295 (2,000-4,000)

*WWII LIBERATOR PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 45 ACP. Stamped sheet metal single shot pistol made by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors in WWII to be dropped for resistance fighters behind enemy lines. There were one million of these crude pistols manufactured in a time frame of less than three months in 1942. These pistols were simple, striker fired single shots with smooth bores made from stamped & welded sheet steel with a storage compartment for ammunition in the butt. They were air-dropped behind enemy lines as a complete unit in a carton with a cartoon style instruction sheet, 10-rds of ammunition and a wooden dowel to be used as an ejector. Most were lost or destroyed during the war and few survive today. Accompanied by the orig instruction sheet and an extractor rod. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains its orig smooth gray metal finish with a few spots of light discoloration. Mechanics are crisp, strong smooth bore. 4-37365 JR28 (3,000-5,000)

*WWII LIBERATOR PISTOL. SN NSN. Cal. 45 ACP. Stamped sheet metal single shot pistol made by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors in WWII to be dropped for resistance fighters behind enemy lines. There were one million of these crude pistols manufactured in a time frame of less than three months in 1942. These pistols were simple, striker fired single shots with smooth bores made from stamped & welded sheet steel with a storage compartment for ammunition in the butt. They were air-dropped behind enemy lines as a complete unit in a carton with a cartoon style instruction sheet, 10-rds of ammunition and a wooden dowel to be used as an ejector. Most were lost or destroyed during the war and few survive today. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Overall retains a smooth gray/brown patina with scattered light surface rust & pitting. Mechanics are fine, strong smooth bore. 4-37366 JR26 (2,000-3,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE, ONE OF A KIND, MODEL 1898 DUTCH TEST/ACCEPTANCE PRE-PRODUCTION PROTOTYPE BORCHARDT- LUGER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 35. Cal. 30 Luger. Extraordinarily rare Luger with 6″ tapered bbl, dovetail barleycorn front sight and tall fixed rear sight integral with the toggle. This fantastic pistol is completely unmarked except for serial numbers on the toggle, toggle link, bolt & receiver lug with the script “GL” on the rear of toggle. “GL” being the initials of Georg Luger which only appears on those pistols that he personally assembled or presented. This gun has many unique features that are only seen on true pre-production Borchardt-Lugers. It has the flat bolt with dished toggles and unusual thin beveled edged rails on frame. Machining of frame is unique inside the rear well and at the hump at the bottom of the front grip strap which has not been hollowed out from the inside as on later production models (we had the piece x-rayed to confirm that it was machined this way). Receiver rails do not have the shanfers that were added to production models to prevent interference with the top edges of the magazine. Thumb safety is straight with a very flat, thin knurled thumb pad and an oversized checkered lock bolt pad. Fitted with early narrow grip safety with rounded corners and has unusual orig plain bordered Borchardt-Luger walnut grips like those on other known early prototype Lugers. Trigger is a correct DWM tool room transitional replacement (replaced during testing) of the orig thin trigger which did not go into production. Magazine is also the earliest type with flat, checkered and unmarked wood base. The juncture of the bbl to receiver has had the raised collar of the bbl machined to about half its normal thickness and a narrow spacer installed, apparently to correct a headspace problem during testing. The reference marks on bottom of the bbl & receiver align perfectly with the washer remaining in the white as one might expect from a field alteration such as was likely encountered during the testing of this pistol. Only a couple of true Borchardt-Luger prototypes are known to exist, and this is probably the most significant & important pre-production prototype Luger available for sale today. This pistol represents an evolutionary step toward the development of the venerable & world renowned Luger pistol that was in production from 1900-1945 in Germany and a few other countries around Europe. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains 95-97% strong orig blue with some slight thinning on each side of muzzle collar and fine discoloration and pin prick pitting on left side. Receiver retains about 90% orig blue, strong over top, slightly thinned on sides. Bottom of receiver rails are in their orig white. Toggle, toggle link & bolt retain most of their strong orig factory blue with slight thinning in a couple of spots in the rails of the bolt. Frame retains about 93-95% strong orig blue, dull on raised left panel and front strap. Sideplate retains 92-93% thinning orig blue, strong in sheltered areas. Straw colored parts retain most of their orig golden color, slightly thinned on thumb safety. Magazine is outstanding with a few minor spots of discoloration and a crisp wood base. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Left grip has a small chip below safety, otherwise grips are sound showing light diamond point wear with a few minor nicks & scratches and retain most of their strong orig factory varnish. An interesting and important note pertains to the interior from below the grips. When Doug first acquired this gun doe his collection he dismantled it to fully inspect it. In doing so he discovered some rust pitting under the grips, and with the exterior of the gun so good it perplexed him til he was reminded that this is exactly as the gun should be. True test trial Lugers were submerged in water for a period of time as part of the the tests. Later, the gun would be wiped down with oil on the exterior only, thus the interiors were subject to some rust from the water. 4-36470 JR106 (90,000-130,000)

*IMPORTANT LUGER DWM 1906 PORTUGUESE NAVY SERIAL NUMBER 1. SN 1. Cal. 9mm. DWM scroll on front toggle link and Portuguese Navy anchor and crown above the chamber. Stylized “MP” stamp meaning “Marinha Portuguesa” on left side of receiver.”CARREGADA” marked extractor. 4″ bbl. Grip safety. Fitted with walnut grips. Magazine marked “Cal. 9m/m” in script. This gun is SN 1 of about 350 of this variation produced. CONDITION: Good to very good. Retaining about 70% blue and about 30% straw with light pitting overall. All numbered parts are matching. Grips are well worn with chips and dings. Magazine body has light pitting. Bore is lightly pitted but remains sharp. Mechanics are fine. 4-36472 BS5 (8,000-12,000)

*EXTRAORDINARY LUGER 1906 NAVY 1ST ISSUE ALTERED 9MM RIG. SN 6183. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Adjustable Navy rear sight on rear toggle link. Crown/M proofs on left receiver and barrel. Grip safety. “GESICHERT” safety marking has been moved from lower to upper position. Checkered walnut grips. Back strap is Naval Unit marked “W.D.211.”. Orig matching numbered Navy magazine with concentric rings. Orig Navy stock and holster with Navy cleaning rod, unmarked tool, duel mag pouch and attaching straps. Steel disc on stock is Naval Unit marked “W.D.226.”. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 98% orig blue and about 80% orig straw. All numbered parts are matching including the magazine which is in fine condition with some corrosion on the body. Walnut grips are dark and lightly worn with some chips on the checkering. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are fine. Wood stock is fine with numbers that do not match. Orig Navy holster is very good with cracks ,flaking, surface wear and scuffs. Missing pull strap. Take down tool and cleaning rod are fine. Straps are worn and flaking. One side is torn through on the back side of the stock. Mag pouch is good with cracks and scuffs and some separating stitching. 4-37827 BS18 (8,000-12,000)

*LUGER DWM 1902 CARBINE WITH MATCHING STOCK. SN 23653. Cal..30. 11-3/4″ bbl. Four position rear sight. Correct hand checkered walnut forearm with orig sling swivel. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Dished toggles. Grip safety. Hand checkered walnut grips. “GERMANY” marked wood bottom magazine. Orig hand checkered walnut stock with orig sling swivel and orig horn buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining about 80% orig blue and about 60% orig straw with scattered light pitting on bbl and front grip strap. All numbered parts are matching. Walnut forearm is not numbered. Grips are lightly worn and dark with scattered dings in the checkering. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Magazine is very good with light pitting on the body. Mechanics are fine. Walnut stock is fine with light wear on the checkering. Matching last 3 digits of SN on the lug. 4-37837 BS15 (7,000-10,000)

*LUGER 1920 DWM AMERICAN EAGLE CARBINE WITH STOCK. SN 74. Cal. .30. 11-3/4″ bbl. Four position rear sight and correct hand checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. DWM scroll on front toggle link. American eagle above chamber. Grip Safety. Sideplate has a military proof and was a leftover or reject part from military assembly. Checkered walnut grips. Proper wood bottom magazine. Carbine style wood stock has been created by splicing extra pieces to the sides of an orig artillery stock that was then re contoured and had a horn buttplate added. This configuration was probably assembled by a retailer at that time period. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining 95% blue and about 50% straw. Finish is not factory and was probably done when the gun was configured. All numbered parts are matching. Forearm is unnumbered except for the wedge. Stock has no number. Grips appear to be later replacements. Hand checkering on forearm and grips is lightly worn. The bore has light wear but is still bright. Mechanics are fine. Some separation occurring on splicing of stock which is otherwise in very good condition. 4-37838 BS16 (4,000-7,000)

*RARE DWM I SERIES 1920 COMMERCIAL WITH GRIP SAFETY SOLD BY KREIGHOFF. SN 8459i. Cal. 30. 3-5/8″ bbl, dovetailed blade front sight, no markings over chamber and “DWM” marked toggle. Left side of frame is stamped “HEINRICH KREIGHOFF/WAFFENFABRIK/SUHL”. Safety lever is marked “GESISHERT” in bottom position. Front left side of frame is stamped with a horizontal Crown “N” proof and adjacent receiver is stamped with a vertical Crown “N” proof. There is a faint horizontal Crown “N” proof on left side of toggle. The “I” series of DWM’s between 2000-10,000 are known to be the range that Kreighoff sold. Checkered wooden grips and unnumbered wooden bottom mag. It was also made with rare grip safety and without a stock lug. All external numbered parts are matching. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal retains about 95% blue with faint sharp edgewear a small shallow area of surface oxidation on side plate. Strong straw colors thinning on take down lever and face of trigger, grips are sound with good checkering. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-38078 BDT241 (6,000-9,000)

*LUGER DWM 1917 UNIT MARKED NAVY 9MM. WITH HOLSTER. SN 1921. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl. DWM scroll on rear toggle link. 1917 date above chamber. Navy style adjustable rear sight on rear toggle link. Crown/M proofs on left receiver and bbl. Checkered walnut grips. Matching Navy magazine with concentric rings. Rear grip strap is Naval unit marked “WK/16244”. Brown Navy holster is marked “L.Z.A. / J.Karlsruhe”. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining about 97% orig blue and 90% straw. All numbered parts are matching including the magazine. Rear toggle pin is a replacement without a wide flange to fit the receiver which is cut for the wide flange. Grips are worn and have some dings. Bore is sharp. Mechanics are fine. Holster is good with overall wear, cracks and scuffs. Strap for the buckle and flap for cleaning rod are missing. 4-36447 BS11 (3,500-5,000)

*LUGER DWM 1908 NAVY 9MM. SN 4319b. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Adjustable Navy style rear sight on rear toggle link. Crown/M proofs on left receiver and barrel. Hand checkered walnut grips. Proper Navy magazine with concentric rings. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 98% orig blue and 80% orig straw. All numbered parts are matching except magazine which is also cracked and chipped. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is Sharp and shiny which is extremely rare for Navy Lugers since they were exposed to salt water air. Mechanics are fine. 4-36446 BS9 (6,500-8,500)

*LUGER 1940 MAUSER BANNER EAGLE/L POLICE RIG. SN 3241x. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Mauser banner logo on toggle link. 1940 above chamber. Partially legible Eagle/L proof on right receiver, (partial strike). Sear safety above side plate. Checkered walnut grips. 2 orig matching magazines numbered 1 and 2. Black Otto Sindel Berlin 1941 dated police holster. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 95% blue. All numbered parts are matching. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanic are fine. Holster is very good with surface wear through the finish and a tear on holster strap. 4-36485 (3,000-5,000)

*LUGER DWM 1900 SWISS TYPE 3. SN 3148. Cal. .30. 4-3/4″ bbl. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. Dished toggles. Hand checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Orig Swiss magazine with steel discs. Orig leather pull strap sewn onto Lanyard. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 96% orig blue and about 85% orig straw. All numbered parts are matching. Grips are lightly worn and show grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine is very good with some light pitting on the body. Mechanics are fine. 4-36456 (4,500-5,500)

*LUGER DWM 1900 SWISS 30 CALIBER 2ND TYPE. SN 1712. Cal..30 DWM scroll on front toggle link. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. Dished toggles, 4-3/4″ barrel and grip safety. Fitted with checkered walnut grips and orig Swiss magazine with steel discs. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 98% DWM blue and straw. All numbered parts are matching. Bore is sharp and shiny. Grips are lightly worn. Magazine is fine. Mechanics are crisp. 4-36457 BS4 (5,000-6,000)

*LUGER DWM 1906 AMERICAN EAGLE 4″ BARREL 9MM. . SN 26573. Cal. 9mm. DWM scroll on front toggle link. American eagle over chamber. “GERMANY” export marked on front frame below serial number. Grip safety checkered walnut grips. Cal. 9mm marked magazine. Extractor is marked “LOADED”. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 97% blue. About 80% straw. All numbered parts are matching. Grips are lightly worn with nice wood grain. Magazines very fine with some minor pitting on the body. Mechanics are crisp with a sharp bright bore. 4-36448 (4,500-5,500)

*MAUSER 1941 BANNER POLICE EAGLE/L LUGER RIG. SN 9935x. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Mauser banner logo on top of toggle link and 1941 date on top of chamber. Police eagle L proof on right receiver. Sear safety above side plate. Walnut grips, 2 orig matching magazines numbered 2 and 3. Brown 1939 dated police style holster. CONDITION: Extraordinary fine. Overall retains about 98% blue. All numbered parts are matching. Grips are crisp with beautiful wood grain. Both magazines are fine. Mechanics are fine. Bore is sharp and shiny. Holster is good with surface cuts and minor scuffs. 4-36466 BS1 (3,500-5,000)

*LUGER DWM 1917 ARTILLERY RIG 9MM. SN 8787m. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. with adjustable rear sight. DWM scroll on front toggle link. 1917 date above chamber. Checkered walnut grips. Military wood bottom magazine with proper walnut artillery stock. 1915 dated Artillery holster with proper cleaning rod. Unmarked take down tool. Orig attachment straps. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining about 95% orig blue and 70% orig straw with scattered light pitting. Grips are dark and worn with a contemporary repair to a chip under the safety lever. All numbered parts are matching except for the magazine. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Magazine is very good. Non matching wood stock is very good as is the black holster which has one contemporary repair to the main flap and is missing the flap for the cleaning rod. Orig cleaning rod and tool are fine. Attachment straps are good with cracks, flaking and minor scuffs. 4-37828 BS19 (3,000-4,500)

*LUGER DWM 1917 ARTILLERY RIG. SN 3752k. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. with adjustable rear sight. DWM scroll on front toggle link. 1917 date on chamber. Hand checkered walnut grips. Proper WWI era wood bottom magazine. With an orig artillery stock numbered with the last 3 digits of the gun and the suffix letter. Dark brown 1917 dated holster with cleaning rod, takedown tool and straps to attach to the stock. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 97% orig blue and 100% restored straw. All numbered parts are matching. Grips are unnumbered and appear to be WWII era replacements. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Stock and holster rig are fine with minor wear and scuffs. 4-36453 BS8 (4,500-6,000)

*LUGER ERFURT 1914 ARTILLERY. SN 4046. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. Erfurt emblem on front toggle link. 1914 date above chamber. Fine tune front and rear sights. Checkered walnut grips. Proper wood bottom magazine. British proofed. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining 96% original blue and 80% orig straw. All numbered parts are matching except magazine. Grips are dark and lightly worn. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Mechanics are fine. 4-36460 BS6 (3,000-4,000)

*LUGER 1923 STOEGER NAVY REPRODUCTION. SN 2469a. Cal. .30. “GERMANY” marked “a” suffix 8″ bbl. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Reproduction Navy style rear toggle link with adjustable sight. 1916 date above chamber and military proofs on right receiver. “A.F. Stoeger Inc.” over New York stamp on right receiver does not appear to be orig. “MADE IN GERMANY” stamped on left frame. Checkered walnut grips unnumbered with bottom magazine. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining 97% orig blue and about 70% orig straw. Grips are dark and worn with some dings. The magazine is very fine. All numbered parts are matching. Barrel has proper “a” suffix but no numbers. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are fine. 4-37836 BS18 (2,000-3,000)

*DWM AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER WITH AF STOEGER MARKINGS. SN 8412o. Cal. 30. 6″ thin bbl with dovetail front sight, American Eagle crest over chamber and “DWM” marked toggle. Right side of receiver is marked “A.F. STOEGER INC/NEW YORK” and frame on left is marked “GENUINE LUGER-REGISTERED U.S. PATENT OFFICE.” Luger experts have stated that this marking is only found on V-series guns making these marks suspect. There is a vertical Crown “N” proof mark on left side of receiver, front of frame is marked “8412/GERMANY/O”, checkered wooden grips and unnumbered wooden bottom magazine, back of frame is equipped with stock lug. All external numbered parts are matching. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal retains 95-98% blue with thinning on high spots and sharp edges, straw is good but thinning. Grips are sound with a couple points flattened but remain in quite good condition. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-38079 BDT242 (1,500-2,500)

*LUGER DWM 1917 ARTILLERY. SN 1484c. Cal. 9mm. 8″bbl. with fine tune front and rear sights. DWM scroll on front toggle link. 1917 date above chamber. Checkered walnut grips. Proper wood bottom WWI era magazine. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining about 96% orig blue and 98% restored straw. All numbered parts are matching except for the magazine. Some small parts appear to be renumbered to match. Grips are unnumbered and appear to be WWII era replacements. Bore is sharp with frosting. Mechanics are fine. 4-37824 BS13 (1,750-2,750)

*LUGER ERFURT 1914 ARTILLERY. SN 2523a. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. Fine tune front and rear sight. Erfurt logo on front toggle link. 1914 date above chamber. Checkered walnut grips. Proper wood bottom magazine. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining 75% orig blue and 20% orig straw. All numbered parts are matching except the grips which are one number off. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Fine tune front and rear sight screws have been modified to except a small screwdriver. Grips are worn smooth. Magazine is fine but does not have matching numbers. Mechanics are fine. 4-37864 BS10 (1,750-2,750)

*SCARCE 1906 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 34070. Cal. 9 mm. Blue finish with 4″ bbl, dovetailed inverted “V” front sight with fixed rear sight integral with the toggle. It has the American eagle over the chamber area and is made without proofs. Extractor is marked “LOADED” and it is stamped “GERMANY” below the serial number on front of the frame. It has thumb safety and grip safety with safe in the up position and it is mounted with full checkered orig matching numbered walnut grips. Accompanied by an orig commercial Navy wood base magazine that has concentric rings on each knob and is marked across base “CAL. 9 M/M”. According to Lugers at Random, Kenyon, only about 3,000 of these pistols were ever made and are considered scarce today. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including grips, except sideplate which is unnumbered. Overall retains about all of its fine orig factory blue with a couple of small scratches on the bbl and showing muzzle & sharp edge wear. Retains strong straw colors on sides of the trigger with thumb safety & lock bolt mostly white metal. Ejector retains bright straw colors. Grips are sound showing moderate diamond point wear. It appears the grip safety spring is missing, otherwise mechanics are crisp, strong bore with fine pitting in grooves. 4-37668 JR129 (2,500-3,500)

*LUGER DWM 1923 COMMERCIAL. SN 85176. Cal. 30. 3-5/8″ bbl. DWM scroll on front toggle link. Vertical Crown/N on left receiver. Five digit SN on frame and barrel. Walnut grips appear to be replacements. Magazine is a WWII military variation. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains 99% orig blue and straw. All numbered parts are matching except the magazine. Walnut grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is sharp and shiny. Mechanics are fine. 4-37839 BS7 (1,200-1,600)

*LUGER DWM 1917 NAVY WITH MAUSER FRAME. SN 3523s. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl. Adjustable Navy rear sight on rear toggle link. Upper end including receiver, bbl, toggle and small parts are matching to each other. Frame, sideplate, trigger and small parts are also matched to each other. This gun was made from the top half a 1917 DWM Navy and the bottom half of a WWII Mauser Military. Probably done in late WWII or immediately after the war to make a serviceable Luger pistol out of parts that were available. CONDITION: Fine. Retains about 90% orig blue with some surface pitting in a few spots. Top parts match each other and bottom parts match each other but are two different sets of numbers. Grips and extractor are unnumbered replacements. Magazine is an unnumbered wood bottom in good condition. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. 4-37825 BS14 (1,200-2,000)

*RARE WALTHER P-38 “0” SERIES HIDDEN EXTRACTOR SUB VARIATION ONE. SN 0488. Cal. 9mm. 4-3/4″ bbl. Walther banner and “P38” on left receiver next to three digit SN with “0” prefix. Hidden extractor and rectangular firing pin. Eagle/359 on all parts. Fitted with Black checkered composition grips. Proper “0” series magazine. This is the first sub-variation of the first Walther P-38 variation to be issued to the German military. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 97% orig blue. All numbered parts are matching except for the magazine which retains about 98% of orig blue. Grips are very fine with sharp checkering. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are crisp. 4-36468 BS20 (8,000-10,000)

*RARE SWEDISH CONTRACT WALTHER HP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH HOLSTER. SN h1281. Cal. 9mm. 4-3/4″bbl. Rare experimental first production HP for Swedish test trials. Thick front sight with wide “U” aperture fixed rear sight. Visible extractor and rectangular firing pin. Crown “N” proofs on right side of frame. Fitted with black checkered composition grips. Orig HP magazine is only three numbers off (1284). Only about 1,065 of these guns were produced and very few can be found in this condition. With proper brown leather holster. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 95% orig high polished blue. All numbers match except magazine. Grips have light wear and a few chips to the checkering. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Mechanics are crisp. Magazine retains about 90% orig finish. Holster is fine with minor wear and scuffs. 4-36461 BS21 (3,500-4,500)

SCARCE CASED BORCHARDT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY DWM. SN 1400. Cal. 7.65 Borchardt. The earliest and most successful semi-auto pistol whose toggle action is the ancestor to the ultimately successful Luger pistol. This pistol has all blue finish with 7-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl, barleycorn front sight, integral to a muzzle ring with a V-notch fixed rear sight. Mounted with panel checkered walnut grips. This early pistol utilized the toggle & link system which Georg Luger copied and incorporated into his Luger pistol which led to a serious & lifelong antagonism between Hugo Borchardt and Mr. Luger. It utilizes a spring system mounted in a bulbous rear section of the upper action rather than the spring system as found in the Luger. The toggle link is marked with the German national patent and right side of receiver has usual Borchardt patent markings with the “DWM” and “BERLIN” markings below. The Borchardt was produced in limited numbers, with only about 1,895 pistols made by DWM beginning in 1895. Although it enjoyed limited success it was never adopted by any military and faded completely when the Luger pistol came into being in the late 1890’s. Accompanied by its orig green felt lined black leather covered trunk case compartmented in the bottom for and accompanied by its orig detachable shoulder stock & black leather holster, detachable cheek piece, a total of four matching numbered magazines, a dummy wooden cleaning magazine with concealed cleaning rod and a steel pin punch. Also accompanying is a functioning key. The oil & lube bottles and tins are missing as is the screwdriver which are usually found in complete cased sets. Regardless of the small missing pieces this is a beautiful & nearly complete orig set. CONDITION: Very fine, all visible numbers matching. Pistol retains about 95% strong orig factory blue with majority of loss from a chemical stain on left side of muzzle, having only fine edge wear elsewhere. Straw colors are present but mostly faded. Grips are extremely fine showing only very minimal diamond point wear and retain most of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case is sound with scuffs & scratches and a few gouges to the leather covering. Front lock escutcheon is detached but present. Interior is very fine with very light fading and a few minor stains. Stock & holster are exceedingly fine with holster being the best ever examined by this cataloguer. Magazines are all extremely fine as is the dummy cleaning magazine. 4-37295 JR110 (20,000-30,000)

EXTREMELY RARE BERGMANN MODEL 1897 NO. 5 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH SHOULDER STOCK. SN 544. Cal. 7.8 mm Bergmann. Fine early semi-auto with 4″ rnd bbl, dovetail barleycorn front sight mounted on a rectangular pedestal with elevation adjustable V-notch rear sight mounted over rear of receiver. Top of slide has usual Bergmann markings with proof marks on frame and rear of bolt. It has a short spur exposed hammer with a long throw thumb safety on left rear side of frame. It has the unusual feature of a detachable 10-rd box magazine mounted in front of trigger guard. It has a rnd butt style grip with checkered hard rubber grips that have the “B” Bergmann logo at the top. The integral butt cap has a slot for the attachable, steel frame, leather covered holster/stock which accompanies this pistol. This was Bergmann’s attempt to win military contracts with a larger caliber, more powerful cartridge but was unsuccessful. Accompanied by one dummy solid brass cartridge. Due to the odd caliber, very few of these rare pistols ever made their way into the United States and are seldom encountered today. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including magazine & stock. Stock serial number appears to be restamped. Pistol retains about all of what appears to be an old exceptional restored rust blue finish with bright straw colors and fire blue on various parts. Fitted with genuine Bergmann grips, fit is not excellent but they are numbered to this gun. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Stock metal retains bright orig blue and leather a strong oiled finish. Altogether a rare set. 4-37698 JR175 (10,500-13,500)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Please note: Stock takedown screw is a non-original replacement.

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE MANNLICHER MODEL 1903 PISTOL CARBINE. SN 952. Cal. 7.65 mm Bottle-necked Rimless. Cartridge for this rare revolver is dimensionally the same as the 30 Mauser but less powerful. This unusual pistol/carbine has an 11-1/2″ rnd bbl, completely covered with a wood forestock. It has a small dovetailed front sight on a pedestal with a 400 meter rear sight. The action is very similar in operation to the Mauser 1896 with a detachable box magazine in front of trigger guard. Mounted with a very nicely figured, uncheckered, semi-pistol grip buttstock with smooth steel buttplate which is detachable by means of a knurled bolt through the tangs. Forestock & buttstock are mounted with sling swivels containing an orig leather sling. Noted handgun authority, James Rankin, of Coral Gables, Florida, in a personal letter to the purchaser, states that there is only an estimated 150 of these pieces still in existence. Page 202 of the book, Pistols of the World, states that it is doubtful that more than 1,000 1903-type pistols & pistol carbines were ever made. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including magazine, buttstock, buttplate & takedown bolt, no further disassembly was affected to check for other matching numbers. Overall retains 96-98% strong orig factory finish to both metal & wood with only minor sharp edge wear on the receiver and a few minor nicks & scratches in the wood. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Rear sight leaf spring is broken, a simple repair by a competent gunsmith. 4-38070 JR280 (7,000-10,000)

*RARE SHANSEI CHINESE COPY OF BROOMHANDLE MAUSER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 3223. Cal. 45 ACP. Considered to be the finest Shansei Broomhandle extant, this pistol has 5-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl with integral barleycorn front sight and 1,000 meter rear sight. Externally it appears to be a faithful reproduction of the orig 1896 Mauser, just larger in proportions with a slightly extended magazine to accommodate the larger caliber cartridges. Left & right rear sides of frame have Chinese markings and it is mounted with lightly serrated wood grips, numbered to this pistol, with a lanyard ring in the butt. After the Boxer Rebellion, wherein Rebels had surrounded the Western Legations in Peking with the intent to destroy them and thereby remove their influence, was put down China remained in severe turmoil with the overthrow of the Emperor in 1912. With that act numerous warlords came to power employing numerous foreign mercenaries to both fight & train their armies. One of the firearms brought to China during this period was the Broomhandle Mauser which avoided military equipment sanctions, it being a pistol. The Chinese became enamored of the Broomhandle and as early as 1923 began producing copies of the Broomhandle in various provinces for different warlords and police departments. One of these was in Shansei Province at the Shansei Arsenal. The other Chinese manufacturers had continued chambering their pistols for the 30 Mauser cartridge but the Shansei Arsenal pistols were produced in the newly popular 45 ACP caliber. These pistols, regardless of manufacturer, are usually of poor quality and rarely found with any orig finish. This pistol is well made and well finished. PROVENANCE: Syd Aberman Collection; Randy Bessler. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including grips. Overall retains about 95% strong orig finish with slight holster wear on bbl and a small, shallow dent in the left side of the magazine. Grips are sound showing light wear and retain most of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-38025 JR283 (12,500-17,500)

*SCARCE ASTRA MODEL 900 BROOMHANDLE PISTOL WITH CHINESE MARKINGS. SN 27832. Cal. 30 Mauser. Blue finish with 5-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl, integral barleycorn front sight and 50-1000 meter rear sight. It has a removable sideplate on left side which has the Astra nomenclature and the Unceta markings plus three Chinese characters which apparently translate to “Astra-China Company Limited”. This pistol is very well finished with strong rust blue and fire blued extractor rear sight slide and aperture, firing pin & firing pin retainer, along with a safety & trigger. Once the sideplate is removed interior is beautifully finished with machine turning or jeweling on major parts with smaller parts polished bright. Fitted with 12-groove wood grips numbered to this pistol, with a lanyard ring in the butt. While this pistol externally resembles the Mauser Model 1896 and fires the same cartridge, internally is altogether different being much more simple to manufacture & maintain. Production of the Model 900 began in 1928 and continued into 1937 when the exportation of handguns was made impossible. During that time 34,325 pistols were manufactured with about 30,000 exported to China. Every pistol was issued with a matching numbered stock/holster. This pistol was purchased by consignor in 1988 from well-known handgun dealer & authority, William O. Drollinger. PROVENANCE: William O. Drollinger. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including grips. Overall retains 99%+ strong orig factory finish with only one small mar on front strap. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, appears to be unfired with grease still on bolt face. 4-38031 JR284 (3,000-5,000)

SCARCE BROOMHANDLE MAUSER MODEL 1896 CONE HAMMER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 5970. Cal. 7.63 Mauser (30 Mauser). Blue finish with 5-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl with integral barleycorn front sight and 500 meter rear sight. It has standard broomhandle features with 23-groove walnut grips and a lanyard ring in the butt. Hammer is early cone style with stepped concentric rings around a small center hole. Production of these fine pistols began in early 1897 based on the 1896 designs. Design changes in late 1898 changed the hammer shape to the large ring and later, in about 1904, to the small ring design. This design was the first commercially successful semi-auto pistol and was in continuous production until the late 1930’s when war production demands signaled its demise. These pistols had worldwide distribution with several agents having been licensed to sell them in England, United States & elsewhere. One of the most famous of all Broomhandle Mausers was carried by Winston Churchill during his military career during the Borer War. With their attachable shoulder stock/holsters these pistols became formidable mid-range carbines. This particular pistol was purchased by consignor from the well-known handgun authority, William O. Drollinger in 1987. Unfortunately the holster/stock was not included at that time and undoubtedly had already been lost. PROVENANCE: William O. Drollinger. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including grips. Overall retains 98-99% strong orig factory blue with faint sharp edge wear. Extractor, sight slide, firing pin block, firing pin retainer and safety all retain about all of their brilliant fire blue. Grips are sound with no visible imperfections and retain about all of their orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, may be unfired. 4-38024 JR281 (3,000-5,000)

*EXTRAORDINARY MAUSER RED-9 BROOMHANDLE WITH HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 18270. Cal. 9mm. Usual configuration with 5-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl, integral barleycorn front sight & 500 meter rear sight. It has the small ring hammer with 29-groove wood grips that are branded with a large “9” on each side that are filled with red paint and has a lanyard stud & ring in the butt. Accompanied by its orig matching numbered walnut holster/shoulder stock and an orig brown leather harness marked on back with a “NURNBERG” address and date “1917”. Front edge of harness is mounted with pockets containing an orig steel & wood cleaning rod and the front has a pocket containing an orig spare magazine spring. While Red-9 Broomhandles are not uncommon, they are rarely ever found with matching numbered holster/stocks and usually are heavily used & worn. To find an unused & virtually complete rig, although with earlier harness, is still a very rare occurrence. Most saw heavy use during WWII and with various militaries & factions post-WWII. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including stock. Overall appears to be unfired retaining virtually all of its crisp orig factory finish to both metal & wood. Blue is strong & bright with brilliant fire blue on extractor, trigger & safety. Fire blue on sight slide is somewhat faded. Grips are crisp and retain about all of their orig oil finish & red paint. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, appears to be unfired. Holster/stock is equally new with no discernible flaws. Harness has a slightly crackled surface on bottom socket with magazine spring pocket flap flexed & showing slight losses. Altogether a rare find of a virtually unfired Red-9 Broomhandle. 4-36471 JR107 (7,500-10,000)

*MAUSER BROOMHANDLE RED-9 9MM RIG. SN 57364. Cal. 9mm. Standard configuration. 5-1/2″ bbl. 50-500 meter rear sight. Milled panel frame. Small ring hammer with concentric rings around center hole. 27 line serrated walnut grips with a large red “9” in each grip. Has a stud and ring in the butt. Orig matching numbered holster/stock with brown leather harness marked “F. GUIREMAND/ BERLIN S.W./ 1916”. Containing a cleaning rod and extra spring. An extremely nice Red “9” rig that would be very difficult to upgrade. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains about 99% orig blue. Wood grips are orig and crisp. All numbered parts are matching including stock. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Mechanics are crisp. Stock is very fine with orig finish as is the harness with very fine cleaning rod and spring. 4-36477 BS22 (5,000-7,000)

*EXTRAORDINARY CONDITION MAUSER 1930 COMMERCIAL BROOMHANDLE WITH HOLSTER/STOCK AND HARNESS. SN 892860. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ barrel standard configuration. Crown/U proof. 50-1000 meter adjustable rear sight. Small ring hammer. Milled panel frame with Mauser banner on left rear panel. Fitted with 12 line serrated walnut grips. Stud with ring in butt. Orig walnut holster/stock with beautiful striped wood grain and Mauser banner stamp. Brown leather harness with cleaning rod and carrying strap. This is a totally orig Mauser broomhandle rig that would be virtually impossible to upgrade in terms of condition. CONDITION: Near mint. Retaining over 99% orig deep high polished blue. All numbered parts are matching. Walnut grips are excellent with a few minor scuffs. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are excellent. Wood holster/stock is excellent with a few dings and scuffs. Leather harness and strap is very good with very little cracks or flaking. Cleaning rod is very good. 4-36476 BS30 (5,000-7,000)

*RARE MAUSER LONG BARREL BROOMHANDLE BOLO WITH MATCHING HOLSTER/STOCK AND HARNESS. SN 597103. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ bbl with Crown/U proof. 50-1000 meter adjustable rear sight. Milled panel frame with “Made in Germany” engraved in left panel above trigger. Mauser banner logo in left rear frame panel. Small ring hammer with concentric rings around small hole. 22 line serrated walnut grips on Bolo length handle. Stud and ring in butt. Orig matching holster/stock with Mauser banner under orig short leather harness with straps. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 99% orig blue. Small parts retain 97% bright fire blue. All numbered parts are matching including stock. Wood grips retain fine orig finish with a few minor dings. Matching holster/stock is very fine with orig finish. Harness and straps are worn with some cracks and flaking. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are crisp. 4-36479 BS23 (6,000-10,000)

*MAUSER C96 BROOMHANDLE SMALL RING HAMMER WITH MATCHING HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 36070. Cal..30 Mauser. Standard configuration 5-1/2″bbl. Crown/U proof. 50-1000 meter adjustable rear sight. Small ring hammer with concentric rings around small hole. Milled panel frame. Fitted with 33 line serrated walnut grips. Orig walnut holster/holster stock with matching number on the lug. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining about 95% orig blue and about 40% orig fire blue on small parts. All numbered parts are matching. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Front sight blade has been dovetailed for a sight insert that is no longer present. Grips are fine with moderate wear. Mechanics are fine. Matching holster/stock is fine with some scuffs and light pitting on the hinge. 4-37935 BS29 (1,500-2,500)

*EXTRAORDINARY NEAR MINT MAUSER 1896 BROOMHANDLE WITH HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 23120. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ bbl. with Crown/U proof. 50-1000 meter adjustable rear sight. Small ring hammer with concentric rings around small hole. Milled panel frame. Fitted with 31 line serrated walnut grips. Stud and ring in butt. Orig matching numbered holster/stock. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 99% orig blue and about 97% orig fire blue on small parts. All numbered parts are matching except numbers are transposed on the barrel. Barrel is obviously correct and matching due to the finish and condition of the gun. This had to be an error on the part of the worker who stamped the numbers. Bore is sharp and bright. Grips are very fine with minor wear to the orig finish. Mechanics are crisp. Holster/stock is near mint with a few scrapes on the left side. 4-36475 BS25 (5,000-6,000)

*MAUSER BROOMHANDLE CONE HAMMER WITH MATCHING HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 10323. Cal. .30 Mauser. 4-3/4″ bbl. Crown/U proof. Fixed rear sight. Cone Hammer with concentric rings around small hole. Milled panel frame. Fitted with 23 line serrated walnut grips. Stud on butt. Orig matching walnut holster/stock. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining about 80% orig blue and about 20% fire blue on small parts. All numbered parts are matching including stock lug. Grips are very good with normal wear. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Mechanics are fine. Orig matching holster/stock is good with a brass band added to reinforce a long crack on the bottom. Stock lug and hinge are both worn with light pitting. 4-37933 BS29 (2,000-3,000)

*RARE MAUSER BROOMHANDLE KRIEGSMARINE ISSUE WITH HOLSTER. SN 330554. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ bbl. with Crown/U proof, 1920 stamp and Imperial proof. 50-1000 meter adjustable rear sight. Milled panel frame with Imperial Eagle/M over N307 on left rear panel. Fitted with 34 line serrated walnut grips. Stud and ring in butt. Nazi Eagle/M Kriesmarine marked brown leather holster that is dyed black in the front and includes an orig cleaning rod. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining about 85% orig blue and about 60% fire blue on small parts. All numbered parts are matching. Bore is worn with light pitting. Grips are very good with moderate wear. Mechanics are fine. Holster and cleaning rod are fine. 4-36480 BS24 (4,000-6,000)

*MAUSER BROOMHANDLE LARGE RING FLAT SIDE WITH MATCHING HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 24046. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ barrel. with Crown/U proof. Westley Richards Patent 100-1000 meter rear sight. Large ring hammer with concentric rings around large hole. Flat side frame. Fitted with walnut grips with 23 line serrations. Stud with ring in butt. Matching numbered walnut holster/stock. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining about 95% blue that is orig on barrel and receiver. Frame has a restored rust blue finish. All numbered parts are matching including the stock. Bore is sharp. Grips are fine. Mechanics are fine. Matching holster/stock is in good condition. with a minor crack and a replacement lid. Orig lug has a few dings and hinge is worn and pitted. 4-37934 BS27 (2,500-4,000)

*RARE ASTRA 900 BROOMHANDLE NAZI SERIAL RANGE WITH HOLSTER/STOCK. SN 33684. Cal. .30 Mauser. 5-1/2″ bbl. Spanish proofs. 50-1000 adjustable rear sight. Large ring hammer with concentric circles around large hole. Fitted with walnut grips with 12 line serrations. Stud with ring in butt. Orig walnut unnumbered holster/stock. This is one of only 1,050 Astra 900’s that was delivered to the German Army in France during March 1943. It is identifiable by it’s SN. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining about 97% orig blue. All numbered parts are matching. Bore is sharp and bright. Grips are excellent with very little wear. Holster/stock is very fine with a few dings and scuffs. Mechanics are crisp. 4-36478 BS27 (4,000-5,000)

*EXTREMELY RARE MUSCAT & OMAN CONTRACT BROWNING HIGH POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH STOCK & HOLSTER. SN T195598. Cal. 9mm. Special dark blue finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, dovetailed barleycorn front sight with a 500 meter tangent rear sight. It has ring hammer with slot in the heel for shoulder stock. Mounted with checkered black composition grips and has a lanyard stud & ring in left heel. Right side of slide has the Royal Omani Crest. Accompanied by an orig, highly figured walnut slab stock with attaching iron with a mustard colored leather holster riveted to the right side. Also accompanied by its orig hinged lid blue cardboard box numbered to this pistol, with instruction pamphlet, a steel cleaning rod in its orig wax paper and a spare magazine in its orig vapor barrier paper. Very few of these highly finished well made pistols were produced for the Sultan of Muscat & Oman for use by his Palace Guards. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching. Overall retains virtually all of its fine orig factory finish to pistol, stock & holster. Appears to be unfired. Box shows light corner & edge wear with a small puncture in the lid and some light oil staining. 4-37368 JR323 (3,000-5,000)

*RARE RUSSIAN PSM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN PT1840N. Cal. 4.5 mm. Small thin concealment pistol made by the Russians for KGB agents and undercover operatives. It resembles a Walther PPK in features with a 3-1/4″ bbl, fixed sights, knurled round hammer with hammer drop thumb safety mounted on the top left rear of the slide that does not extend beyond side of slide. Slide is .662″ thick and overall it is about 6-1/8″ long and 4-3/16″ high making it a very easily concealed, effective, short range pistol. It utilizes a single stack magazine and fires a small 20 caliber centerfire bottleneck cartridge designed to penetrate body armor, which in fact, after testing, was proven to be very effective in penetrating most known body armor. Accompanied by an orig soft brown leather flap holster with spare magazine pouch containing an orig spare magazine and also accompanied by 10-rds of orig ammunition. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains most all of its orig factory finish with only a small scratch and minor sharp edge wear on the anodized alloy grip. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Holster is equally new. 4-37364 JR174 (2,000-4,000)

*SCARCE MODEL 1913-16 CAMPO-GIRO SPANISH SEMI AUTO PISTOL. SN 11349. Cal. 9mm Largo (9mm Bergmann-Bayard) Blue finish with 6-1/2″ bbl, round slide with grasping grooves on each side of the ejection port. It has fixed sights with rounded hammer spur and checkered thumb safety. It is mounted with checkered walnut grips with two screws and accompanied by one original magazine. These pistols were adopted by the Spanish military in 1916 with a total production of 13,178 pistols. In 1921 the Spanish government conducted trials for a new pistol and adopted the new Astra Model 400. The Compo-Giro pistols in inventory at that time were recalled to arsenals and sold as surplus primarily to Sam Cummings in the late 1950s and mid 1960s. Although these pistols are well made and reliable, they never realized strong popularity in the United States due to the difficulty in obtaining ammunition in shootable quantities. This exact pistol is pictured on pg. 536 & 537 of Handguns of the World, Ezell and on pg.39 of Astra Automatic Pistols, Antaris. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 97-98% strong original factory finish with scattered spots of fine surface pitting on the frame. Grips have one or two minor nicks, otherwise are crisp, showing very little hand oil staining. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38034 JR271 (3,000-5,000)

*DAMASCENED SPANISH COPY OF MODEL 1905 MANNLICHER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN Not found. Cal. 32 (7.65 Browning). Blue & gold with 4-1/2″ ribbed bbl, half moon front sight and fixed rear sight on top of slide. Left side of slide has maker’s logo which consists of intertwined initials inside a snake and is marked “SISTEMA / LA LIRA”. Right side of slide is marked “PARA CARTUCHO / BROWNING 7.65”. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the maker’s logo on bottom of each side and a likeness of the pistol on top at each side. Frame & bbl are very beautifully gold damascened with intertwined foliate arabesque patterns and fighting winged dragons on each side. Pistol is fitted with the large, heavy Mannlicher style hammer with a hammer block safety at rear of slide. Missing its magazine. CONDITION: Fine. Overall retains about 95% of its orig gold damascening, showing some wear on the trigger guard & right front side of bbl. Back strap is slightly thinned. Blued areas are slightly dulled showing wear on both front sides of slide with some fine pitting. Mechanics are fine, strong bore, lightly pitted in grooves. 4-37703 JR150 (1,250-1,750)

*EXTREMELY RARE WEBLEY FOSBERY MODEL 1902 SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER. SN 1052. Cal. 38 Auto. Extremely rare revolver with only about 200 ever produced in the early 20th century, very few of which are known today. It has blue finish with 6″ ovoid shaped bbl that has integral rib & front sight and fixed rear sight notch in the bbl latch. Left side of top strap is marked “WEBLEY FOSBERY” and the left side of frame has caliber marking with the Webley winged bullet. Left side of frame also has a thumb safety lever with corresponding recess in left grip. Grips are checkered walnut with a lanyard stud & ring in the butt. Cylinder is an unusual 8-shot design and has the zig zag pattern. When fired the upper slide recoils to the rear causing the grooves in the cylinder to engage a stud in the frame which rotates the cylinder to the next chamber while simultaneously the hammer is cocked for the next shot. This was Webley’s attempt to compete against the emerging American revolver market but few were ever produced. They were very successful and functioned well with a high degree of accuracy but simply did not reach acceptable levels in the market place. Consignor purchased this pistol in 1993 from well-known California handgun dealer, Harrison Carroll. PROVENANCE: Harrison Carroll. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 93-95% strong orig factory blue with slight sharp edge wear and some thinning to the front & back straps. Right side of bbl & frame have slight surface etching & discoloration. Grips are sound showing light to moderate wear, primarily from handling. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-38023 JR286 (5,000-8,000)

*SCARCE WEBLEY-FOSBERY MODEL 1903 SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER. SN 1266. Cal. 455 Eley. Blue finish with 6″ elliptical shaped bbl with integral rib & partridge front sight on a raised base with fixed rear sight on the bbl latch. Top strap is marked “WEBLEY FOSBERY” on left side with the caliber marking and the Webley winged bullet on left side of frame. Mounted with checkered black hard rubber grips. Left side of frame also has a thumb safety that when raised into the “SAFE” position completely disables the revolver which allows it to be carried cocked & locked. There is a stud & lanyard ring in butt strap. Accompanied by an orig British military leather flap holster with brass buckle & studs. Also accompanied by 28-rds of orig WWII era ammunition. And finally accompanied by a hand written letter from consignor’s brother-in-law, dated July 1991, who states he had inherited this revolver from his step-father, George S. Terry. Mr. Terry was a British Army officer who served in WWI and purchased this revolver new in 1914. In the letter Mr. Gay relates that Mr. Terry had stated that the revolver was extremely reliable in spite of all the mud in the trenches and that “he never had a need for a second shot”. Although this was a successful model, fewer than 5,000 were ever manufactured in three different models in the period 1901-1924. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Overall retains most of its strong orig factory blue with some thinning to brown on the grip frame. Bbl has a few scattered spots of pitting, probably from being stored in the holster. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Holster shows wear with a new belt loop attached but is sound, soft & supple. Ammunition is fine. 4-37767 JR130 (3,500-5,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Please Note: Grips are appropriate, non-antique replacements.

*WEBLEY FOSBERY 2ND TYPE SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER. SN 2211. Cal. 455. Blue finish with 6″ oct bbl with integral rib & pedestal front sight with fixed rear sight. Left side of top strap is marked “WEBLEY FOSBERY” and left side of frame has the Webley winged bullet & caliber marking. Left side of frame also has a thumb safety lever. Mounted with checkered hard rubber grips that have “SAFE” at top of left side and has a stud & ring in the butt strap. These revolvers are most unusual in that they are single action for the first shot, in that the hammer must be cocked to fire the first round, however from there on the upper part of frame recoils during firing which cocks the hammer and rotates the cylinder by means of the zig zag grooves on the outer surface thereby bringing a fresh cartridge in line with the bore. These revolvers, while successful, saw only limited production in the early 1900’s and are quite scarce today. CONDITION: Fine. Overall retains a professional restored rust blue finish with some scattered spots of pitting. Grips are sound showing light to moderate wear. Some of screw heads are lightly battered. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with scattered fine pitting. 4-37947 JR191 (3,000-5,000)

CASED WEBLEY MODEL WG TARGET DA REVOLVER. SN 18947. Cal. 450/455. Blue finish with 7-1/2″ oct bbl with integral rib on which is an integral pedestal mounting a German silver partridge front blade with an adjustable rear sight mounted on the bbl latch. Left forward side of frame has Webley’s patents and the Webley winged bullet. Left side of top strap is marked “WG TARGET MODEL”. Mounted with 2-pc checkered walnut grip and has a lanyard stud in butt strap which is missing. Accompanied by an orig oak casing for this revolver lined with green felt, compartmented in bottom for the revolver and other small implements & parts which are missing. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Overall retains 92-93% strong orig blue with some light flaking on the left side of frame and both sides of bbl. Grips show moderate wear, mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore. Case is sound having been cleaned. Interior is moderately faded with light soil. 4-37932 JR188 (2,000-3,000)

WEBLEY WG ARMY MODEL DA REVOLVER. SN 14607. Cal. 455/476. Blue finish with 6″ oct bbl with integral rib and pedestal front sight containing a German silver blade with fixed rear sight in bbl latch. Mounted with square butt 2-pc checkered walnut grips and has a lanyard stud & ring in the butt strap. Left side of top strap is marked “WG ARMY MODEL” and left forward side of frame has the Webley’s Patents mark in an oval and the Webley winged bullet. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains about 95% glossy orig blue with sharp edge wear and a few scattered spots of light surface pitting. Back strap is slightly thinned with a thin spot on front strap. Grips are sound showing moderate wear & oil staining. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-37948 JR189 (1,500-2,500)

RARE 19TH CENTURY KAUFMANN PATENT WEBLEY DA REVOLVER. SN 1041. Cal. 450/455/476. Blue finish with 5-3/4″ oct bbl, with integral rib and low pedestal containing a German silver blade and a rear sight notch in the top strap extension at the rear. Rib is marked “ARMY & NAVY C.S.L”. Left front side of frame is marked “WEBLEY’S PATENTS” in an oval along with the Webley winged bullet. Mounted with checkered walnut birdhead grips and has a stud & swivel in butt strap. Latching system is somewhat unusual with a long curved lever on left side of frame that when depressed down & forward releases spring loaded latches that secure the top strap extension into the frame. Auto ejection system is similar to the Smith & Wesson Model 3. Hammer has a very long checkered spur with an equally long & curved conical firing pin. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Overall retains 85-90% orig blue with the flaked, not worn, areas a light to medium patina. Back strap & front straps are a gray patina. Grips are sound and show light wear. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with scattered pitting. 4-37946 (2,000-3,000)

TRULY SPECTACULAR PAIR. JAMES PURDEY PERCUSSION DOUBLE RIFLE AND SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. SN 3311/3897. Cal. 16 Bore. Serial numbers 3311 (1839) and 3897 (1844). The rifle 3311 is engraved “J. Purdey. 314 1/2 Oxford Street. London.” on broad flat top rib w/ one standing, 2 folding leaf rear sight, dovetailed transversally. Platinum front sight is set directly in a slot in the top of the rib. Beautifully figured Damascus barrels are rifled w/ 10 deep grooves. Bottoms of bbls are stamped w/ London provisional and view proof marks, as well as, SN and “JP”. There are view marks and SN on case colored breech plugs w/ original nipples marked “R” and “L”. The breech plugs are fitted w/ vented platinum “blow outs”. The plain middle rod pipe has a sling eye. The ebony ram rod has a heavy brass tip w/ groove to engage boss on front bottom of bbls, and has a worm under removable rear brass end, and is marked w/ SN. The lock plates are engraved with typical for the period beautifully executed open scroll, each w/ “Purdey”. Typical Purdey style rifle hammers have matching scroll, and stylized dolphin heads and can be locked at half cock w/ front mounted sliding bolts. Breech iron is beautifully engraved w/ shaded openwork scroll. Charcoal blued trigger guard has more open scroll, a checkered pistol grip, and SN on rear tang. Trigger plate ends in stylized pineapple finial as does the front thimble. Beautifully marbled and figured Circassian walnut stock has a double beaded cheek piece for right hand shooter, steel long tang checkered butt plate w/ matching scroll engraving on tang. A very unusual for Purdey large rectangular patch box with pagoda shaped finial, beautifully engraved w/ very large open scroll. There’s a large steel button on toe line to attach sling. Checkering is flat topped at about 18 LPI w/ mullered borders. L. Patrick Unsworth, in his book, THE EARLY PURDEYS, lists this rifle as being completed in 1839,and sold for 84 pounds. The shotgun number 3897 is engraved “J. Purdey, 314 1/2 Oxford Street, London” on broad concave top rib. Bottoms of bbls are marked w/ SN, London provisional and view proofs, and “JP”. Case hardened breech plugs have view marks, SN, feather burst engraved vented platinum “blow outs”, and right breech plug is marked “T. E.” (Thomas Evans, barrel maker). Nipples are marked “R” and “L”, and have concentric rings to insure anchoring of caps. There is a sling eye on central rod pipe. Ramrod has brass front end, threaded, and there’s a worm under brass cap of back end. Lock plates are border line engraved w/ “Purdey” on both sides. Typical percussion hammers also have line border engraving. Case hardened breech iron also has matching line engraving. Bright charcoal blued trigger guard has line engraving and a sling eye at its finial. Front fastening of trigger plate is extended into the checkering for extra strength, and is quite plain w/ just a doll’s head finial. Front thimble is also quite plain w/ line engraving. All screw heads have feather burst engraving. Triggers appear to be nickel plated, the front is grooved. Nicely marbled Circassian walnut stock has long tang, plain butt plate, w/ border engraving, and a patch box which matches the rifle in style, but is quite plain, matching the rest of the gun. The checkering is flat topped at about 18 LPI w/ mullered borders. It’s interesting that the SN does not appear anywhere except on the bottoms of the barrels. L. Patrick Unsworth lists this gun as completed in 1844, and sold for 30 pounds with an “old gun” put in part exchange. The figured mahogany, two tiered case has inset brass corners, pivoting brass fasteners, and key lock, as well as, an inset “D Ring” handle in the top. Interior is lined in green cloth w/ lift out top barrel tray. Bottom compartment holds the stocks. A very rare small J. Purdey, 314 1/2 Oxford Street label is on the lid. There are 2 covered compartments in the bottom w/ numbers 3579X8 under lids. Accessories include: 2 original leather slings w/ fire blued snap hooks, one with loop for shotgun, the other w/ button hole for rifle, 2 spare ramrods (rifle rod has SN), leather covered tin powder flask marked “Patent” on brass top, 2-pc rosewood cleaning rod, 2 bullet starters, rosewood handled nipple key, “Field” take down nipple key in leather wallet, Steel plate w/ 2 holes (one marked “rifle”, the other “shot”), a William Davis improved no. 16 round ball mould engraved “Coghlan, Esq.re”, “Double rifle”, “3311”, and “Purdey”, Steel Sprue cutter marked “16”, beautifully made but unmarked brass and steel conical ball mould w/ rifling cast in, large patch cutter, Cleaning brushes, and Wad cutter w/ SN “3897”. CONDITION: Phenomenal. Bbls retain virtually all of their original brown. Bores are bright and shiny. Virtually all original case color on locks, hammers, and other furniture, except a bit thin on thimble of the rifle. Trigger guards, patch boxes, and butt plates retain virtually all their original bright blue, except butt plate of rifle shows flaking and some abrasion from use on rear bump. Stocks retain virtually all their French polish, again, the rifle showing some use. Case is very fine w/ some scratches and marks from handling. Interior cloth is very good, with slight fading and wear. Some moth damage and patches in lift out top. Accessories are mostly very fine, w/ slings showing some cracking from age, and flask has some deterioration of leather. A World class pair, worthy of the finest collection. 4-37715 MGM11 (60,000-90,000)

*VERY FINE JAMES PURDEY ROUND BODY SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 22912. Cal. 16 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. This wonderful little gun has 28″ chopper lump bbls w/ “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House, South Audley Street. London. Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel” on narrow concave game rib. Bbl flats have London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked “Choke” and SN. “Made in England” is on splinter. Whitworth tube nos. “56008” and “56009” are on loop. Barrel makers mark WH (William Hill) is on left bbl. Case hardened round body action has bushed strikers, automatic safety, articulated front trigger, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and old style ejectors. Action is engraved w/ very well executed Purdey house style rose and scroll w/ “J Purdey & Sons London” on bottom of action, and “J Purdey & Sons” on each lock plate. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll and SN at grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Lightly marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over leather covered pad, and features gold oval w/ initials “A.C.D.” engraved, drop points, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend is marked w/ SN and initials “A.F” (Alf Fullalove, Actioner), w/ engraving, wood, and checkering to match remainder of gun. Bore diameter: left -663, right -663. Bore restrictions: left -.029, right -.009. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 3oz. Original oak and leather case has brass corners and hardware w/ initials “A C D” engraved on central medallion. There is an 1-1/4 x 4″ area of leather missing on lid where an older embossed set of initials were removed. Interior of case is lined in scarlet cloth w/ James Purdey leather label, and paper charge label w/ specifications for this particular gun. Accessories include a leather wallet w/ pull-through cleaning equipment, bone striker bottle w/ strikers and springs, and Purdey marked oil bottle and snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain virtually all of a very high quality London re-black, w/ very little polishing being done, w/ all engraving and edges sharp. There are a few light scratches on right side of bbls near forend. Action retains 70%-80% original case color, silvered on front bottom, and on fences. Trigger guard retains 90% original bright blue, silvering on bead. Top lever has 80% of its bright blue, silvering on thumb piece. Safety button has traces of its original fire blue in protected areas. Stocks retain most all of their original finish, dulling a bit w/ numerous small nicks and marks from use. Checkering is slightly worn, and a little dirty. Bores are bright and shiny. Action is tight, bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Drop is good, showing little wear. Case is fine w/ numerous marks and scuffs on leather. Interior partitions are solid. Cloth has areas of discoloration from contact w/ gun. Purdey label is very fine. Charge label is darkened. Accessories are fine. To find a gun with this configuration and state of preservation is unusual … a real treasure. 4-37716 MGM75 (37,500-47,500)

*JAMES PURDEY EXTRA FINISH SIDE LOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN. SN 22346. (1922) Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump barrels are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House. South Audley Street, London. Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel” on medium concave game rib w/ engraving at breech end, and Purdey hidden third fastener extension. Bbl flats have London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked “Choke” w/ SN and barrel maker’s initials “WH” (probably William Hill). Whitworth tube nos. “53854” and “53855” are stamped on the loop. Beesley’s self-opening action features bushed strikers, side clips, hidden third fastener, non-automatic safety, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and old style ejectors. Action is very finely engraved w/ flowing shaded open scroll and acanthus, w/ scrolls having strap work terminals. Fences are beautifully relief engraved w/ acanthus and floral motifs w/ finely shaded background. “J. Purdey & Sons London” is engraved in Gothic script on bottom of action w/ “J. Purdey & Sons”, in stylized ribbon, on both lock plates. Trigger guard has matching shaded scroll w/ SN at grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Although not specified in factory letter, this engraving is most likely the work of the Kell family. Very nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over brown leather covered pad w/ widow’s peak, and features vacant gold oval, drop points, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has initials “M.T” (Maurice Timbers, Actioner) on iron, w/ engraving, wood, and checkering to match remainder of gun. Bore diameter: left -731, right -730. Bore restrictions: left -.041, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.026. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 3oz. PROVENANCE: Factory letter. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain essentially all of a lustrous high quality re-black. Action retains all of its coin finish. Wood retains most of its original oil finish, a bit dull w/ a few marks from use. Checkering is slightly dirty and worn. Wood around lock plates and drop points shows little wear, slight hair line behind right lock plate. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Drop shows little wear. Bores are excellent, w/ few minor striations toward breech. A very fine and rare gun with great dimensions and balance. 4-37717 MGM74 (30,000-40,000)

JAMES PURDEY & SONS BAR IN WOOD TOP LEVER HAMMER PIGEON GUN. SN 11881. Cal.12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed Whitworth steel bbls are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House, South Audley Street, London. Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid-pressed steel” on broad concave rib w/ triangle of engraving at breech, and Purdey hidden extension. Bbl flats have London provisional and definitive proofs. Bottoms of bbls are marked “12 B 13 M”, “Not for Ball”, SN, and initials “C.A” (C Astin, head barrel maker). Bar in wood action has a very heavy breech w/ London view proofs and features Purdey bolt and third fastener, and finely filed fences w/ very fine, well executed shaded bouquet and scroll, probably by engraver J. Lucas. Front action locks have rebounding low set hammers and are engraved w/ matching bouquet and scroll w/ “J. Purdey & Sons” on both sides. Hammers have matching scroll w/ dolphin heads. Trigger guard is engraved w/ scroll, and SN on grip. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured Circassian walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-1/8″ over black “Decelerator” pad, and features drop points, 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders, and silver oval w/ initials “RIC” intertwined. Splinter forend has Anson release w/ engraving and wood to match buttstock. Checkering is borderless. An emaill from Purdey’s states “completed in August 1884 for Mr J. Rosier, 29 7/8″ barrels, made of Whitworth steel, pigeon rib.” Bore diameter: left -735, right -735. Bore restrictions: left -.024, right -.024. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Weight:7 lbs 8oz. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain virtually all of London quality re-black. Engraving is washed on rib. Action and lock plates are mostly silver gray w/ areas of original case color where protected. Left lock plate has probably 30% color. There are many areas of fairly deep pitting where wood meets metal. Wood has been refinished w/ rubbed oil, and is under metal in many areas. Details around lock plates and drop points are rounded. Checkering has been re-cut. Minor hair line crack behind right lock plate. Action is tight, bbls are on face. Bores are very fine, bright and shiny but w/ a few minor pits toward muzzle especially in right barrel. Locks are crisp. Anson button needs to be depressed to install forend. 4-37794 MGM61 (12,000-14,000)

J. PURDEY TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN WITH ISLAND LOCKS. SN 9022. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Steel chopper lump barrels are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House, South Audley Street, London. England.” on raised narrow game rib. Bbl flats are stamped w/ Italian proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and SN “9022” and completed in 1873. Consignor states this gun was owned by noted Italian pigeon shooter and writer Gianoberto Lupi. Rounded bar action has nicely filed fences, and is engraved w/ well executed scroll. “Purdey’s patent” is engraved on bottom of action. Back action rebounding island locks have matching scroll w/ “Purdey” on both sides. Serpentine hammers have matching scroll and dolphin heads. Nicely streaked and well figured straight grip dark European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered hard rubber butt plate, w/ gold oval on toe line, gold circle on heel, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Forend attaches w/ side nail through shaped and engraved steel escutions w/ decoratively filed steel tip w/ engraving and wood to match buttstock. Checkering is about 95% coverage. Bore diameter: left -724, right -725. Bore restrictions: left -.031, right -.017. Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.023. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight:6 lbs 4oz. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain virtually all of their black, engraving on rib has been re-cut. Action is gray to brown. Engraving is relatively sharp. Wood retains most all of a French polish w/ few light marks from use. Checkering is sharp. Wood is slightly under metal around action. Hair line crack running from left rear of top tang to about the center of left lock plate, and another area of repair underneath. Very slight movement when flexed, easily repaired. Action is loose. Bbls are slightly off face. Bores and chambers are excellent w/ no visible imperfections. Locks are crisp. Side nail slides quite freely through forend and loop, and should be tightened. This gun should make a great little shooter with only a few things to be attended to. 4-37940 MGM62 (6,000-9,000)

*PAIR OF HOLLAND AND HOLLAND ROYAL SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASES. SN 25.061 and 25.062. Cal. 12 Bore. 2-1/2″ chambers on original barrels. 2-3/4″ chambers on new sets of bbls. This very fine pair of guns have 28″ steel dovetailed bbls w/ concave game ribs w/ 1-1/2″ of scroll engraving at rear, w/ nos. “1” and “2” laid in gold, respectively. Tops of bbls are engraved “Holland & Holland” and “98. New Bond Street, London.” Bbl flats show London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls have SNs. New barrels have matching ribs. Tops of bbls are engraved w/ “13 Bruton Street” address w/ gold inlays of “1” and “C2”. Bbl flats on these bbls show London nitro proofs for 1977. Bbl set no. “1” is marked “Skeet 1” and “Skeet 2”. Bbl set “C2” is marked “1/4 choke” and “1/2 choke”. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Water tables are stamped w/ proofs and SNs. Typical Royal actions have Holland house style large open shaded scroll engraving w/ “Holland & Holland” in acanthus flanked ribands on each side. Bottoms of actions are engraved “Royal Hammerless Ejector”. Top levers are inlaid in gold w/ nos. “1” and “2” respectively. Automatic safeties have “Safe” inlaid in gold. Scroll engraved trigger guards have SNs. Locks feature gold band cocking indicators. Fairly well matched broadly streaked and slightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-1/2″ over thin leather covered pads, and feature drop points, diamond wrists, 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders, and gold ovals engraved “W.L.S.” Anson release splinter forends have nos. “1” and “2” inlaid in gold in forend tips w/ engraving, checkering, and wood to match guns. Original barrels. no.1: Bore diameter: left -732, right -734. Bore restrictions: left -.009, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.023. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 12oz. New barrels no. 1: Bore diameter: left -728, right -728. Bore restrictions: left -.000, right -001. Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.029. Weight: 6 lbs 13oz. Original barrels. no. 2: Bore diameter: left -737, right -736. Bore restrictions: left -.011, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.020, right -.024. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 7oz. New barrels no. 2: Bore diameter: left -728, right -727. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.027. Weight: 6 lbs 8oz. Oak and leather double gun case has brass corners, central brass medallion, and initials “W.L.S.” embossed on lid, and canvas cover, also w/ “W. L. S.”. Interior is lined in maroon cloth, has separate dust cover, and Holland and Holland leather label w/ charge card for these particular guns. Accessories include: 4 snap caps (one of which is marked Holland and Holland, another Abercrombie and Fitch), 2 pc hardwood cleaning rod, bone striker bottle w/ spare strikers marked on outside in India ink “extra strikers for pair guns nos. 25061/2”, leather wallet w/ pull through cleaning equipment, and cleaning brushes, etc. Holland and Holland marked items include a set of 3 ebony handled turn screws and an oil bottle. Leather case for extra bbls has letters “W.L.S.” embossed on lid w/ maroon cloth interior. PROVENANCE: Factory letter. CONDITION: Fine. Original bbls retain 85% of what appears to be original blue, but almost has to be a high quality factory re-blue, silvering at muzzles, and thinning around forends. Factory specification state bbls were originally 30″. New bbls are essentially new. Actions retain traces of original case color in protected areas, and are mostly a pleasing silver to pewter gray. Gun no. 1 shows more color than gun 2. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original finish, but dulling w/ numerous minor nicks and scrapes from use. Leather of pads shows considerable use. Checkering is somewhat worn and dirty. Forend wood of gun no. 1 is a replacement, probably done by Holland when new bbls were fitted. Gun no. 1 is very slightly loose w/ just a glimmer of light evident at breech. Gun no. 2 is also slightly loose, but is on face, and feels tight w/ forend installed. New sets of bbls are tight and on face. Ejectors of both guns are in time. Case leather is light, w/ a few stains and abrasions. Straps and handle are good. Canvas cover is good. Interior cloth is fine, a bit dirty in some areas from contact w/ guns. Partitions are tight. Labels are very fine. Accessories are good. Turn screws are new. Case for extra barrels is very fine. 4-37312 MGM71 (30,000-50,000)

*HOLLAND AND HOLLAND ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH MODEL SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 34709. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Steel dovetailed barrels are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch” on narrow concave top rib w/ scroll engraving toward breech, and decorative bands around breeches. Bbl flats are marked w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and are both proofed at .729. Bottoms of bbls are stamped w/ SN “34709”. Case hardened side lock action is stamped w/ proofs and SN on water table, and features nicely filed fillets and beads on bottom and fences. Action and locks are finely engraved w/ rose and scroll, “Holland & Holland” is on both lock plates. “A & F Co” logo is inlaid in gold on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has matching rose and scroll, and SN on grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold in front of automatic safety button. Tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. Pleasingly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-9/16″ over checkered wood butt, and features gold oval engraved w/ initials “P. L. G.”, drop points, and approx 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -728, right -728. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.031. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs 7 oz. Quality English leather case has stitched leather corners, and is lined in red cloth w/ leather Holland and Holland label. Lid is embossed w/ initials “E. B.” Accessories include: 2 pc rosewood cleaning rod w/ mops and brushes, H and H marked snap caps, oil bottle, can of Rangoon oil and box of patches. PROVENANCE: Letter from Griffin and Howe, giving specifications of gun, which was entered in inventory in 1963. The price at that time was $2850.00. Also copies of H and H ledger pages. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain virtually all their original blue. Action and locks have virtually all their case color w/ some silvering on beads. Top lever and forend iron show slight silvering of blue. Trigger guard shows considerable silvering at grip. Stocks retain virtually all their original finish w/ only a few minor marks. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores and chambers are excellent w/ no visible imperfections. Case is scuffed. Replaced straps are good. Handle is getting tired. Interior and accessories are excellent. This is a good solid fast handling gun. 8-87601 MGM26 (15,000-30,000)

*HOLLAND & HOLLAND BACK ACTION SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 32386. Cal. 12 gauge. 30″ bbls with concave tapered rib, and single brass sighting bead. 2-1/2″ chambers, IMP.CYL/MOD choke, ejectors, and double triggers. Right bbl engraved, “Holland & Holland.” Right bbl engraved, “98 New Bond Street, London.” Back action sidelock is moderately engraved with floral bouquets, and foliate arabesque scroll, with “Holland & Holland” engraved on rear portion of each lock, and “Safe” inlaid in gold. Mounted in nicely streaked walnut, checkered splintered forend, and checkered round knob pistol grip, 14-3/4″ over Jostam vented pad. Bore diameter: left -.728, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.014, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2″. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 6 lbs 11 oz. Bbl flats are marked with numerous proof marks; 2-1/2″, 1-1/8″, and Nitro proof. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine properly restored finish with just a few minor handling marks. Receiver is a silver mixed with brown patina, with crisp engravings. Stocks are sound with just a few minor scratches, good checkering, and a fine restored hand rubbed finish. Forend is solid with good sharp checkering, and just a few minor handling marks. Mechanics are crisp, and bores are shiny. 4-32138 BDT195 (4,000-6,000)

HOLLAND AND HOLLAND TOP LEVER HAMMER GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 11833. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Top lever. Rebounding locks. 28″ Steel bbls are engraved “Holland & Holland 98. New Bond Street. London.” on low concave game rib. Bbl flats show London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, at 3-1/4 tons, and are stamped “Sleeved.” Bore diameters are proofed at .729. Old proof mark for “R. Choke” (originally a Paradox). Action has 2 under lugs, and is stamped on water table w/ London view proofs, and SN “11833” (ca 1888, and is in series for Paradox guns). Action and lock plates show 40-50% coverage of very nicely executed shaded scroll w/ “Holland & Holland” engraved on lock plates. Rounded serpentine hammers are scroll engraved, and terminate in stylized dolphin heads. Broadly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered horn butt plate, featuring vacant silver oval, and 22 LPI wrap around checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forend has an Anson release, and wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.014, right -.012. Wall thickness: left -.036, right -.036. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 10oz. Green canvas CASE w/ leather trim, brass corners, central brass lock, 2 secondary catches in place of straps, has green cloth interior. Leather Holland & Holland label w/ 13 Bruton Street address. Accessories include BGI type cleaning rod, brush, and orig key. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain 95% re-black w/ some scuffing in left breech area. Sleeve lines are visible on left bbl, but almost disappear on right. Action and locks show traces of case color in protected areas, but mostly faded to gray brown. Trigger guard and top lever retain virtually all their re-blue. Stocks retain most of their oil refinish, w/ few nicks and dings from handling. Area of bruising at bottom of forend. Area of repair at left tip of forend. Checkering is re-cut, and feels sharp. Action is slightly loose w/ forend off, and off face, but feels tight w/ forend installed. Locks are crisp. CASE is very good, w/ some scuffs and abrasions. Handle is intact, but getting tired. Interior partitions are tight. Cloth and label are good. 4-35722 MGM84 (2,500-3,500)

*VERY FINE MATCHED PAIR OF WESTLEY RICHARDS OVUNDO DROP LOCK SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUNS WITH ORIGINAL CASE. SN 18311 and 18312. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. This lovely pair of guns has 28″ barrels, which are marked on narrow concave game ribs, “Westley Richards. 23 Conduit St. London. Gun Makers by Appointment to H. M. The King.” as well as, “Ovundo”. “1” and “2” are inlaid in gold, on each rib, respectively. Left sides of rear mid rib are engraved “Ovundo system Reg’d. No 354045/ 1913”. Right sides are engraved “Pat 173703 1920”. Bolsters are engraved to match action, and bottoms are stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of the bottom bbls are stamped “H.L” and SN. Hand detachable box lock side plated actions are engraved w/ proofs, patent numbers (referring to hand detachable locks and their improvement, w/ patent use numbers 3791 and 3792, respectively) and SNs. Actions feature automatic safety and single trigger. There are inspection ports w/ doors in each side plate which can be opened to reveal engine turned single trigger mechanism. Actions are engraved w/ large shaded scroll and acanthus, w/ “Westley Richards” on both lock plates. “Westley Richards Patent One Trigger” is engraved on tops of actions, and “Westley Richards Patent Ovundo” is engraved on hinged floor plates. Removable locks are engined turned, and marked w/ SN w/ “R”, “L” and “1” and “2” inlaid in gold on each respective lock. Floor plates, trigger guards, and top levers are blued and have matching engraving. Single triggers have selector on right sides of trigger plates w/ “U” and “O” inlaid in gold. Top levers are marked no. “1” and “2” in gold, respectively, and “safe” is inlaid in gold on top tangs. Trigger guards have SN engraved. Buttstocks are fairly well matched w/ nicely streaked and somewhat figured European walnut. The stock of gun number “1” has a bit more figure. Stocks measure 15-1/8″ over leather covered pads, and feature vacant gold ovals, drop points, and 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forends have horn tips, Deeley fasteners w/ matching engraving, and “1” and “2” inlaid in gold, respectively. Wood and checkering match buttstocks. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: top -737, bottom -735. Bore restrictions: top -.008, bottom -.018. Wall thickness: top -.026, bottom -.027. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 10oz. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: top -737, bottom -738. Bore restrictions: top -.008, bottom -.021. Wall thickness: top -.030, bottom -.029. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 10oz. Oak and leather double gun case has brass corners, lock button, and strap hardware and has dark green cloth lining and Westley Richards paper label. Case contains a pair of snap caps, and a hang tag from Griffin and Howe. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a high quality lustrous re-black w/ one or two small marks from handling. Actions retain 90% original case color, silvering on beads, and bottom edges of action. Floor plates, trigger guards and top levers retain all of their blue. Stocks retain virtually all of an oil finish w/ a few very small nicks and marks from handling. New leather covered pads show some lightening of leather on edges. Actions are tight, bbls are on face. Triggers work well. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Case is fine. Leather has some major scuffs around edges. Straps and handles are intact. Interior partitions are tight. Cloth has a couple areas worn through from contact w/ guns. Label is dark, w/ some stains. An excellent pair of well-balanced and fast handling guns. 4-37424 MGM64 (40,000-60,000)

*WESTLEY RICHARDS HAND DETACHABLE (DROP LOCK) SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN. SN T7226. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed steel bbls w/ engine turned concave game rib, and cross bolted extension are engraved “Westley Richards & Co.” and “London” on tops of bbls. Breech ends of bbls have triangles of shaded open scroll. Bottoms of bbls have provisional and definitive Birmingham proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, “Westley Richards Steel” triangular logo, and SN “T7226”. Case hardened action has proofs, “patent no. 737”, “26659-1909”, and “Westley Richards Patent 17781-1897” w/ use number “3399”. These numbers refer to the original hand detachable patent, and its later improvement. Detachable locks have hinged cover floor plate, and are marked w/ use no. “3399”. “L” and “R” are inlaid in gold on tops of locks. As well as having detachable locks, this action features side clips, automatic safety, and Westley Richards selective single trigger w/ “Westley Richards Patent one trigger” engraved on hinged floor plate. Action is engraved w/ large shaded open scroll w/ “Westley Richards & Co” in ribands on both sides. Trigger guard has scroll, SN, and extends to grip cap. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Dark, dense, nicely streaked full pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 14″ over a leather faced “No-Shok” pad, and features checkered side panels, drop points, modified fleur-de-lis checkering w/ double line border, hard rubber grip cap, and silver oval engraved “K.B. 1944”. Splinter forend has Deeley fastener w/ horn tip, and engraving, wood, and checkering to match buttstock. Inside the forearm is a diamond shaped label for “Bob Smith, Boston”. Bore diameter: left -736, right -736. Bore restrictions: left -.050, right -.045. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.031. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 9oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 97% original blue, w/ few light handling marks. Action retains 90% case color, silvering at bottoms of action, and on fences. Stocks retain virtually all of their original oil finish. Checkering is slightly worn, and a bit dirty. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Single trigger works well. Bores are bright and shiny w/ no visible imperfections. 4-37787 MGM36 (12,000-14,000)

*WESTLEY RICHARDS DROP LOCK, RETAILED BY POUL POULSEN OF COPENHAGEN WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. SN O.9011. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed steel barrels with engine turned concave game rib, and Westley Richards extension, are engraved “Westley Richards & Co” and “London” on tops of bbls w/ decorative band at breech. Bbl flats show Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked w/ provisional proofs, “H.L”, “Steel”, and SN “09011” (Ca. 1910). Initials “AH” are on loop. Rounded scallop backed action has proofs and SN on water table, and is engraved w/ 60% coverage nicely executed shaded openwork scroll. Beads around fences are nicely filed. Action is engraved “Poul Poulsen” on left, and “Kobenhavn” on right. Removable floor plate has matching scroll. Engine turned removable locks are marked “Westley Richards Patent”, “1897”, and use number “1254”. Tops are engraved “R” and “L”. Blued trigger guard has matching scroll, and SN on grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold in front of automatic safety button. The dense lightly streaked and figured, straight grip European buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over a Silvers type pad and features a vacant silver oval, and 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Deeley release splinter forend has horn tip and wood, checkering, and engraving to match gun. Bore diameter: left -733, right -731. Bore restrictions: left -.038, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight:6 lbs 15 oz. Leather case w/ brass reinforcing corners, has initials “D. B. H.” embossed on top. Interior is lined w/ dark green cloth w/ paper Westley Richards label. Accessories include: 2-pc rosewood cleaning rod, oil bottle, Westley Richards marked snap caps, leather wallet w/ pull-through cleaning equipment, and the original key. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 95% original bright blue, silvering a bit at muzzles, w/ few minor nicks and scratches. Action retains 60% of its case color, which is faded to bright silver on bottom and on fences. Trigger plate, trigger guard, and top lever retain 60%-70% of their original charcoal blue. Locks are bright and clean w/ a few areas of dulling on hammers. Stock retains most of its original finish w/ a few minor dings from handling. Checkering is slightly worn and somewhat dirty. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are bright and shiny w/ no visible imperfections. Case leather has some minor scuffs. Initials are partially erased. Straps are good, but somewhat worn. Handle is missing. Interior cloth is good. Partitions are tight. Label has some tattering at top edge. Accessories are good. A good solid gun, that no one has messed with, except for lengthening chambers. 4-37648 MGM31 (8,000-12,000)

*MATCHED PAIR STEPHEN GRANT SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS IN ORIGINAL OAK AND LEATHER CASE. SN 6911 and 6912. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine pair of guns, by one of the finest makers, have 28″ barrels w/ narrow concave game ribs. One is marked “l”, Barrels of gun no. 2 are unnumbered on rib. Both sets have triangles of engraving at breech end and are engraved “Stephen Grant & Sons”, “7 Bury Street, St. James’s, London, England” on tops of bbls. Bbl flats have London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers at .729 w/ SN stamped on bottoms of bbls. Water tables are marked w/ British provisional and view proofs, SNs, and “1” and “2” respectively. Case hardened actions feature bushed strikers, and automatic safeties, and are beautifully filed in typical Grant manner. Fences are filed w/ distinctive Grant flutes. Engraving is very finely cut shaded scroll in Grant house style. Trigger guards have scroll engraving, SNs, and “1” and “2” respectively. Well matched figured and lightly streaked straight grip European walnut buttstocks measure 15-3/8″ over leather covered pads, and feature vacant silver ovals, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forends have Baker ejectors, are engraved “1” and “2”, respectively, on inside of irons w/ engraving, wood and checkering to match buttstocks. Gun number “1” barrels: Bore diameter: left -727, right -727. Bore restrictions: left -.023, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. Gun number “2” barrels: Bore diameter: left -727, right -727. Bore restrictions: left -.008, right -003. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 2oz. Original oak and leather case w/ brass corners is embossed “F.R. Way.” and “Salisbury” on top. Interior is lined in maroon cloth w/ Stephen Grant paper label, and charge card w/ SNs of these particular guns. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 85%-90% of original blue, thinning around forend, and at tops near breech. Actions retain 15%-20% original case color (a bit stronger on gun no. “1”), balance turning to a pleasing silver. All engraving is sharp. Trigger guards have been re-blued, and engraving is slightly washed. Top levers retain 70%-80% of their original blue. Stocks have been refinished, and retain virtually all of that rubbed oil finish. Checkering has been re-cut, and is sharp. Leather pads are new. Actions are tight, bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny, w/ no visible imperfections. Case leather is darkening slightly, but in fine condition. Straps and handles are replacements. Interior cloth is good w/ minor moth damage. Partitions are tight. Grant label has 2 areas worn through from contact w/ actions. Charge card is stained. A great pair of guns in an unusual configuration, being 28″. 4-37796 MGM59 (20,000-25,000)

*MATCHED PAIR OF WILLIAM POWELL EJECTOR GAME GUNS WITH ORIGINAL CASE. SN 10430 and 10431. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 28″ Steel dovetailed barrels have nicely matted flat narrow game ribs which are engraved “William Powell & Son. 13. Carr’s Lane, Birmingham.” with numbers “1” and “2” inlaid in gold on breech lug w/ doll’s head extension. Bbl flats have 2 sets of Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked w/ SNs, and “Steel” is stamped into splinters. There are proofs, “Powell’s Patent” and use numbers “3112” and “3113” on water tables. Anson and Deeley box lock actions have Powell’s patented lift up thumb lever w/ vents through fences. Actions are engraved w/ finely executed bouquet and scroll, “William Powell & Son” is on both sides. Top levers are inlaid w/ gold numbers “1” and “2” respectively, and are engraved w/ scroll and “Powell’s Patent”. Trigger guards have matching scroll and SNs. Well matched streaked and figured European walnut semi pistol grip buttstocks measure 14-5/8″ over coarsely checkered wood butts on 5/8″ extensions. Stocks feature vacant silver ovals, elongated drop points, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forends are engraved w/ numbers “1” and “2”, respectively, on forend irons w/ engraving to match remainder of guns. Checkering covers approx 80% w/ mullered borders at front. Wood is considerably darker than buttstocks. Gun number “1”: Bore diameter: left -735, right -734. Bore restrictions: left -.010, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.026, right -.026. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight:6 lbs 7oz. Gun number “2”: Bore diameter: left -733, right -733. Bore restrictions: left -.008, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.024. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 7oz. Maker’s leather case, w/ brass corners and lock, has initials “G.C.” embossed on top. Interior is lined in maroon cloth w/ William Powell paper label, and charge label for these particular guns. Accessories include: 2-pc rosewood cleaning rod, ebony handled turn screw, pair of snap caps, and round oil bottle. Also included in the case are import papers. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished. Bbls retain virtually all of good London quality re-black. Actions retain traces of case color in protected areas, and are mostly a pleasing pewter color. Wood has been refinished, and retain most of their light color oil finish. Checkering has been re-cut. Actions are very slightly loose and off face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny w/ no visible imperfections. Case leather is dry, starting to flake, w/ numerous scuffs and marks. Interior cloth is good w/ some areas worn through from contact w/ guns, and there is some minor moth damage. Label has darkened, and has 2 areas worn through from contact w/ guns. Charge label has some stains. Accessories are fine. An unusual pair by this very high quality, but somewhat overlooked, gun maker. 4-37757 MGM68 (8,000-12,000)

HIGHLY DESIRABLE MACNAUGHTON BEST QUALITY ROUND ACTION GAME GUN. SN 1887. Cal. 12 ga. 29-7/8″ bbls, with tapered concave rib, single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL/MOD chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top rib is engraved “JAMES MACNAUGHTON, 26 HANOVER STREET EDINBURGH. AND PERTH.” Breech end of rib has 1-1/2″ wedge of scroll engraving and breech end of bbls have a band of border engraving, a liteweight and desirable round body action is finely engraved with foliate arabesque scroll covering 95% of the action. Top of the fences have ribbons engraved on left side “MACNAUGHTON” and right side “EDINBURGH”. Top tang has pivoting lever safety. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, with lever release, checkered straight grip stock, leather covered recoil pad and blank gold oval. Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.029, right -.002. Wall thickness: left -.021, right -.026. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 6lbs. 13oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Bbl flats are covered with proof marks “729 2-1/2″ & 3 tons per sq. inch”. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 85-95% blue with minor nicks & scratches and minor thinning through forearm area blending with gray patina. Action retains 50-60% orig case hardening, strong in protected areas and blending with light brown patina across bottom. Stock is sound with freshened checkering, some minor nicks and handling marks and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with freshened checkering a few minor nicks & dings and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors, shiny bores with a couple minor very shallow pits in right bbl. 4-37990 BDT218 (7,500-10,000)

*CHARLES LANCASTER SIDE LOCK EJECTOR OVER UNDER GAME GUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS, AND ORIGINAL CASE. SN 13922. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Double triggers. Automatic safety. Bbl set no. 1: measures 28″ and is marked on right side rib “Charles Lancaster, 11 Panton St. Haymarket. London.” Left side rib: “Hammerless Ejector Patent”. Left ejector bolster is engraved “2 1/2 inch cases”. Top barrel has London nitro proofs for 1-1/8 shot, w/ 1″ triangle of scroll engraving in front of the bbl extension, and has no rib. Front sight is set on a small ramped block. Bottom bbl has identical proofs as top, is engraved “Whitworth Steel” and is stamped with the Whitworth sheaf of wheat logo, as well as SN “13922” and “CL”. Barrel set no.2 measure 32″ and has all the same specifications as no. 1, except SN is stamped “13922.2”. The case hardened and open shaded scroll engraved action has very nicely filed fences and is marked “C. Lancaster, London.” in a double riband on each side of the action. Back action leg o’ mutton side locks are scroll engraved at about 60% coverage w/ open shaded work scroll, and engraved “Charles Lancaster.” Trigger guard has matching scroll and SN “13922” engraved at the grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on the stepped top tang. Lightly figured and streaked straight grip English walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over serrated wood butt and features 20 LPI flat top checkering w/ mullered borders, and a silver oval engraved w/ initials “D.R.H.” (Daniel R. Hanna) Unusually shaped one piece splinter forend has a Deeley and Edge release, horn tip, and checkering to match buttstock. Barrel and stock dimensions: Set no. 1 (28″): Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom -.729. Bore restrictions: top -.004, bottom -.015 (with a .010 recess behind choke). Wall thickness: top -.027, bottom -.025. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight:6 lbs 14.4oz. Set no. 2 (32″): Bore diameter: top -.734, bottom -.729. Bore restrictions: top -.016, bottom -.032 (.007 recess behind choke). Wall thickness: top -.026, bottom -.029. Weight:7 lbs 2.2oz. Gun comes in its original leather case w/ brass corners, initials “D.R.H.” are set on a newer piece of leather on the lid. Interior is lined w/ green cloth. Charles Lancaster black cloth gilt label. Accessories include leather packet w/ pull through cleaner, 2 cocobolo handled turn screws, 2-pc rosewood cleaning rod, an unmarked oil bottle, 2 “C Lancaster” marked 12ga snap caps, leather wallet containing 2 spare main springs (right and left), 2 spare ejector springs (right and left), and a top lever spring. Manila envelope w/ two broken firing pins, and the original key. PROVENANCE: Letter from Abercrombie and Fitch to Mr. Dan R. Hanna (10 Aug 1939) re: chambers. Letter from Griffin and Howe discussing original specifications and their sale of the used gun Sep 13, 1938 for the price of $400.00, Also a page from A & F used gun inventory record. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl set no. 1 retains 85-90% orig blue, thinning over all. Bores are bright and shiny w/ very slight frosting evident at breeches w/ 3 very slight dings 6″ from muzzle of top barrel. Bbl set no. 2 retains 90-95% orig black w/ wear evident at muzzles and rear of bolsters. Bores are bright and shiny w/ one very slight dent on the top bbl 7-1/2″ from muzzle. Action shows traces of case colors in protected areas, has mostly gone to silver and gray. Lock plates show 30-40% faded case color, and are mostly silver. Trigger guard retains 50% of re-blue. Buttstock retains 90% of a hand rubbed oil finish w/ very tiny chip missing from back of tang. Couple of fairly deep dings on the toe line. Checkering is somewhat worn. Forend condition matches buttstock. Bbl set no. 1 is tight and on face. Ejectors are very slightly out of time. Bbl set no. 2 is slightly loose and off face w/ forend removed, but feels tight when forend is installed. Ejectors are in time w/ this set of bbls. Case: Leather is dry, cracked, and separating along edges. Interior cloth is good, partitions are tight. Label is wrinkled, but intact. It has been estimated that fewer than 32 Lancaster OU’s were ever produced. The majority were boxlocks. 4-35401 MGM25 (10,000-15,000)

*CHARLES BOSWELL SIDELOCK EJECTOR PIGEON/HEAVY GAME GUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS AND CASE. SN 15419. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Barrels. Older set of chopper lump bbls have broad flat file cut rib, and are engraved “Charles Boswell. Maker. 126. Strand. London. WC” on top of left bbl, and “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Compressed Steel” on the right. Bbl flats show original London, and Birmingham re-proof for 2-3/4″ chambers at .729. Bottoms of bbls have provisional London proofs and Whitworth sheaf of wheat trademark logos, and SN. Loop is stamped “Griffin & Howe NY”. Second set of bbls has narrower flat more coarse file cut rib w/ same markings on top, and are dovetailed. Bbl flats have Birmingham nitro proofs. Loop is stamped “Griffin & Howe NY.” (Importer) Action water table has London and Birmingham proofs, and is stamped “C. Boswell” and SN. Action features hidden Purdey type third fastener, side clips, automatic safety, articulated front trigger, and arrow engraved tumbler ends as cocking indicators. Action is presently coin finished and engraved w/ beautifully executed bouquet and scroll. Bottom of action has a scene of three game birds. Fences are beautifully relief engraved w/ flowing leaves, and deeply shaded scroll. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Lock plates have matching scroll engraving w/ “Charles Boswell” in ribands on each side. Left lock depicts a pair of setters hunting; right a group of six pheasants in meadow. Trigger guard shows a pair of dogs, one sleeping, on bow, and scroll and SN on grip. This fine engraving is reminiscent of the work of Harry Kell. Nicely marbled and slightly figured dark European walnut semi pistol grip buttstock measures 15-1/8″ over leather covered pad, w/ 3/4″ ebonite extension, and features gold oval w/ initials “RD”, drop points, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Gun is stocked to the fences. Anson release splinter forend has engraving, wood, and checkering to match buttstock. Older set of bbls: Bore diameter: left -735, right -735. Bore restrictions: left -.024, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.038. Weight: 7 lbs 13oz. Second set of bbls: Bore diameter: left -728, right -728. Bore restrictions: left -.008, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.027. Weight: 7 lbs 8oz. Both Barrels: Drop at heel: 2-1/4″ drop at comb: 1-9/16″. New case is dark green canvas w/ leather corners and combination lock and has green baize interior and place for both sets of bbls. Factory records indicate delivery on July 14, 1906 to Mr. Richard Dodsworth. Esq. of North Yorkshire and costing 35 Pounds Sterling. A fine example of Boswell’s best, the Pigeon Gun. CONDITION: Very fine as refurbished. Bbls retain all of London quality lustrous rust blue. Breech ends show all of damascening marks. Action retains all of its new coin finish. Engraving retains all of its detail, but is very lightly washed. Trigger guard, trigger plate, top lever, and safety button retain most of their charcoal blue w/ thumb piece of top lever slightly silvered. Stocks retain virtually all of a dull oil finish. Edges around lock plates and drop points are slightly rounded. Checkering is worn, and has not been re-cut. Leather pad is new. There is a slight hair line crack behind right lock plate. For both sets of bbls the action is tight and bbls are on face, and ejectors are in time. Bores are bright and shiny w/ very light frosting near breech of right bbl on older bbl set. Second set is essentially as new. Case is near new, interior is excellent. A neat old gun by an excellent maker, and ready for the next century. 4-37797 MGM58 (12,000-15,000)

*WEBLEY & SCOTT SIDELOCK SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 80015. Cal. 20 ga 28″ barrels tapered concave rib with single silver sighting bead; 2 3/4″ chambers Cyl./Mod. chokes ejectors and double triggers. Top rib of barrel is marked Webley & Scott Arms Co. Ltd. 78 Shaftsbury Avenue London & Birmingham. The sidelock receiver is engraved with foliate scroll and left lock plate with Webley & Scott/Arms Co. Ltd. and right lock with similar markings. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered, splintered foreend with push-tip release, checkered pistol grip with ebony grip cap and engraved metal insert. Pachmayr solid brown recoil pad and gold oval engraved with two dogs in sitting position. Author Geoffrey Boothroyd in his book “British Gunmakers” says “after the opening of the Shaftsbury Avenue showroom, best Webley guns will be found bearing this address”. Bore diameter: left .625, right .626. Bore restrictions: left .023, right .010. Wall thickness: left .026, right .027. Drop at heel: 2 1/8″, drop at comb: 1 7/16″ Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 14 13/16″. Barrel flats are nitro-proof at 950 bar. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrels retain virtually all of a fine re-blacked finish with just a few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains 30-40% thinning case color blending with silver patina across bottom and sharp edges. Stock is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains a fine hand-rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound, good checkering, some minor handling marks and retains a fine hand-rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37989 BDT221 (6,750-8,750)

*W. C. SCOTT MODEL 160 BOX LOCK SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 79364. Cal. 20ga. Single Trigger. Automatic safety. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 27″ Dove-tailed steel bbls w/ flat matted top rib and Greener cross bolt extension are marked “W. & C. Scott & Son. Makers.” on the right bbl and “78, Shaftesbury Avenue. London. England.” on the left. Bbl flats are stamped w/ Birmingham nitro proofs for 7/8 oz shot. Bottoms of bbls have provisional proof marks, SN “79364” and “Special steel C.” engraved. Delicate box lock action has 30% coverage, scroll, and is engraved w/ “W.C.Scott & Son.” on both sides. Trigger guard has scroll and is engraved w/ number “79364.” The lightly streaked straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt w/ drop points, vacant silver oval, and borderless checkering at 20 LPI. Splinter forend has Deeley and Edge fastener, steel tip, and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -.621, right -.622. Bore restrictions: left -.006, right -.002. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.024. Drop at heel:2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight:5 lbs 14oz. Canvas and leather case w/ initials “R.A.S.” on the top. Maroon cloth interior, small leather Abercrombie and Fitch label in the upper right hand corner. Accessories include an unmarked chamber brush, oil bottle, 2 20ga snap caps. 2-pc wood cleaning rod and brushes, mops, etc. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 98% of professional re-black. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Action retains 98%+ case color. Floor plate, trigger plate, trigger guard, and top lever retain 98% re-blue. Screw slots show use. Buttstock and forend retain 98% oil finish. Checkering is clean and sharp. Action is slightly loose and off face, and down on flats. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works well. Case: Leather corners show some scuffing, straps are intact, handle is detached but included inside, interior cloth and partitions are fine. Accessories are excellent. 4-33807 (5,000-6,000)

*20 GAUGE WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 700 BOX LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. SN 128376. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Dovetailed steel bbls are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Agents” on plain concave game rib, and are marked “Webley & Scott, Ltd.” and “Birmingham” on tops of bbls. Bbl flats have Birmingham nitro proofs, for 2-3/4″ chambers. Loop is marked “Made in England.” Case hardened action has nitro proof marks and SN “128376” on water table, and features 50% coverage scroll engraving and automatic safety. Trigger guard has scroll and SN. “Safe” is marked on top tang. Plain European walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over grooved wood butt, and features vacant silver oval, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -616, right -616. Bore restrictions: left -.011, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight:5 lbs 6-1/2 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, near new. Bbls retain virtually all of their original rust blue w/ some scattered light pitting on bottom in front of forend latch. Action retains virtually all its case color. Floor plate, trigger guard, and top lever retain all of their blue. Stock retains virtually all of its original oil finish w/ few scattered light handling marks. Action is tight. Barrels are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores and chambers are excellent, w/ no visible imperfections. A well balanced upland gun. 4-37269 MGM8 (3,000-5,000)

*WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 700 BOX LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 134505. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Steel dovetailed bbls. are marked “Webley & Scott” and “Birmingham” on tops of bbls. w/ plain concave game rib. Bbl flats have Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and loop is stamped “Made in England.” Case hardened box lock action is stamped w/ “BNP” and SN “134505” on water table. Action has about 50% coverage of scroll engraving. Trigger guard has scroll on bow, and SN on tang. “Safe” is inlaid in silver in front of automatic safety button. Slightly streaked, straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over grooved wood butt and features vacant silver oval, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -727, right -726. Bore restrictions: left -.035, right -.011. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight:6 lbs 5 oz. Green canvas Brady case w/ stitched leather trim has maroon cloth interior w/ Webley & Scott leather label. Case contains 2-pc rosewood cleaning rod, case straps, and 2 keys. CONDITION: Excellent, near new. Bbls retain virtually all their original rust blue w/ few slight abrasions. Action retains virtually all its case color w/ very small area of flaking on left bottom. Floor plate, trigger guard and top lever retain all of their original blue. Stocks retain virtually all of their finish, w/ a few diamonds missing in the checkering of the buttstock. Bores are bright and shiny, w/ no visible imperfections. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time, probably due to hardened lubricant. Case is excellent w/ few scuffs and fading to canvas. Interior cloth is good. Partitions are tight. Slight rub on label from contact w/ action. 4-36276 MGM7 (2,500-3,500)

*COGSWELL AND HARRISON EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR EJECTOR GRAND PRIX PIGEON GUN. SN 40055. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Dbl triggers. 30″ Dove-tailed steel bbls w/ broad file cut flat rib are marked “Cogswell & Harrison, Ltd. EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR EJECTOR. 141 New Bond St.” on the left barrel. Right bbl marked “226 Strand. London & 26 Avenue de l’Opera. Paris.” Bbl flats are marked w/ London nitro proofs for 1-1/4oz shot. Bbls are also marked “”Arcus” compressed steel trade mark” SN “40055” is stamped on ejector housing. Side plated box lock Greener cross bolted side clip action has 98% coverage of beautifully executed shaded open work scroll engraving. “Safe” is inlaid in gold. Trigger guard has matching scroll engraving, with SN in relief. Nicely striped Prince of Wales grip English walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over a Pachmayr red recoil pad and features nicely formed drop points and a gold oval, w/ monogram “CIW”. 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forend w/ Anson release has engraving, wood, and checkering that match. Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.034, right -.031. (Consignor states gun is capable of 90% patterns w/ 1-1/8 oz of 7-1/2 shot.). Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.028. Drop at heel:2-1/8″, drop at comb:1-1/2″. Weight:7 lbs 8-1/2oz. Similar shotgun 40521 is illustrated as plate 8 in “Cogswell & Harrison Two Centuries of Gunmaking” by Graham Cooley & John Newton. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 98% of good quality re-black. Lettering and engraving washed. Bores are bright and shiny, w/ no visible imperfections. Action and side plates retain 85-90% of orig case colors, slight silvering on action beads and fences. Trigger guard retains 98% of re-blue. Top lever has 98% of its orig charcoal blue. Wood shows most of its orig oil finish w/ scattered nicks and dings from handling. Checkering is slightly dirty w/ a few areas of compression on left side of forend. Action is tight and on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Screw slots show very little use. 4-35404 MGM8 (5,500-7,500)

*KEN HUNT ENGRAVED JOHN POWELL SIDE LOCK SHOTGUN. SN 12. Cal. 12 ga. 27-5/8″ bbl, tapered concave rib with single ivory sighting bead, 3″ chambers, IMP-CYL/IMP-MOD choke, ejectors and articulated dbl triggers. Top of rib is engraved “MADE BY JOHN POWELL” agt for “J.E. SNYDER.” inlaid in gold. There is and 1-1/4″ wedge of scroll engraving over each chamber. The best quality Spanish side lock action is engraved with rooster pheasant and pointer with trees in the background on left plate, as well as “JOHN POWELL AGT” & signed “K.C. HUNT”. Right plate inlaid in gold is “MADE FOR J.E.SNYDER.” along with a ribbon “JOHN POWELL AGT”. Bottom of receiver has duck inlaid in gold with marsh grass in background. Remainder of engraving is an open foliate scroll with stippled background. Top tang had gold inlaid “SAFE”. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend with push-tip release, checkered straight grip stock with dropper points, polished buffalo horn buttplate and gold initial oval engraved “TO JOHN FROM RITA 25 DEC 1968 & JUA”. Bore diameter: left -.727, right -.724. Bore restrictions: left -.028, right -.006. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 13oz. LOP 14-15/16″. Accompanying gun is a Leslie A. Paul letter talking about this gun and how John Powell used Best Spanish barrels actions to build his guns, it goes on to say that the gun was stocked by Brian Sorrell, ex-Purdey stocker. The bbls were struck polished and regulated by Stephen York, ex-Purdey bbl maker. I stuck and polished the action and parts for engraving, which was done by Ken Hunt, ex-Purdey and well known as one of the top engravers in the world. The bbls were blackened by the Johnson brothers and case hardening was done by Ray St. Ledger. The gun was assembled, regulated and finished by me, as you know I am an ex-Atkins Grant & Lang apprentice under Arthur Hodges. He goes on to state that this is not just a quote “Spanish” gun, but a custom made English gun using Spanish quality bbl actions in the white. Gun is British nitro proofed at 3-1/4 tons. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 95-98% orig blue with some minor handling marks, some minor nicks & dings and rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains most of its orig case colors, thinning and blending with patina across bottom. Stock is sound with fine checkering a few minor handling marks and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with fine checkering and retains most of a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37779 BDT220 (5,000-8,000)

*W. W. GREENER SIDE LOCK EJECTOR L.60 GRADE GAME GUN. SN 56051. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Double triggers. Automatic safety. 30″ Dovetail bbls are engraved “Sir Joseph Whitworth’s” on left bbl, and “Fluid Compressed Steel” on right. Concave game rib is re-engraved in scroll at breech and “W. W. Greemer (misspelled), Maker. 68 Haymarket London. Works St. Mary’s Square. Birmingham.” Bbl flats have Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked w/ SN “56051” (1908), Greener elephant trademark, and Whitworth sheaf of wheat trademarks. Action has double under lugs, bushed strikers, and is engraved w/ SN, elephant logo, and proofs on water table as well as “W. W. G. England” on breech face. Nicely filed action has about 80% coverage of well executed small shaded scroll engraving w/ “W. W. Greener” on lock plates. Arcaded fences and top lever have matching scroll engraving, all the work of noted Greener engraver, Tomlinson (per factory letter). Tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. Trigger guard has scroll and SN in relief. Tip of trigger guard is engraved “Grade L 60”. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Nicely streaked straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over an old Hawkins pad, and features large gold oval, drop points, and 26 LPI borderless checkering. Anson release splinter forend has checkering to match buttstock. Top of forend iron, bbl flats, water table and breech face are engine turned. Bore diameter: left -.736, right -.733. Bore restrictions: left -.036, right -.033. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 13oz. PROVENANCE: Factory email letter with specifications. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain virtually all of good quality re-black. Action and lock plates have traces of orig case color, mostly silver gray. Trigger and top lever retain nearly all of their re-blue. Stocks have most of a varnish finish, edges slightly rounded. Checkering nicely re-cut. Bores are bright w/ some frosting throughout. Action is tight and on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Side lock Greener guns are seldom seen. 4-35885 MGM115 (5,500-6,500)

*E.J. CHURCHILL “THE FIELD MODEL” SIDE LOCK GAME GUN. SN 2860. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, tapered concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL/CYL choke, ejectors, and dbl triggers. Top of rib is marked “E.J. CHURCHILL.”GUN MAKERS” LTD.8 ACAR ST.LONDON.W.C.” Breech end of rib had delicate scroll engraving and a gold inlaid no. “1”. The sidelock action is engraved with foliate arabesque scroll and “E.J. CHURCHILL” on each side plate with bottom marked “THE/FIELD/MODEL” surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered splinter forend with push-tip release and gold inlaid no. “1”, checkered straight grip stock, dropper points behind plates, checkered butt and gold oval engraved “F.H.B.” Bore diameter: left -.728, right -.726. Bore restrictions: left -.001, right -.002. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.028. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 6lbs. 9oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Bbl flats have nitro proof marks for 1-1/4 oz. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbls retain 85-90% blue with minor nicks & scrapes, a couple small areas that have been cleaned and are blending with brown patina, rub mark on bottom from forend, and a lightly cleaned area around forend lug. Receiver has 40-50% orig case color thinning and blending with light brown patina across bottom and top. Stock is intact with a grain crack from right plate to rear of top tang with a chip missing at top tang, good checkering, some typical nicks & dings and minor scratches, and retains a hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with slightly wore checkering and retains oil finish blending with hand worn patina. Gun has auto-safety and ejectors kick upon opening, shiny bores with a couple tiny pits in right bbl. 4-37992 BDT219 (3,000-4,000)

THOMAS TURNER TOP LEVER HAMMER GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 4565. Cal. 12ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. Rebounding locks. 30″ Steel bbls are engraved “Thomas Turner. Brook St. Bond St. London.” and a triangle of scroll on plain concave game rib w/ dolls head extension. Bbl flats have recent Birmingham proofs for 65mm chambers at 850 BAR, and are stamped “Sleeved.” SN “4565” and “Hill R & G. U.K. Bozeman, MT”. Action has double under lugs, and a reinforced area at top of breech where dolls head engages and is stamped on water table w/ SN, British nitro proof marks, and Turner tower logo. Action and lock plates are very nicely engraved w/ shaded relief scroll w/ “Thomas Turner” on both lock plates. Short rounded serpentine hammers are scrolled engraved. Trigger guard has matching scroll w/ SN “4565” engraved at grip. Marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over a brown “Decelerator” rifle pad, featuring a vacant silver oval, and 20 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Short (4-1/2″) splinter forend has steel tip and Turners “sugar tong” snap fastener. Bore diameter: left -.723, right -.724. Bore restrictions: left -.015, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.038, right -.036. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 7oz. Leatherite CASE w/ plated brass corners and fasteners has beige cloth interior and Aztec International Ltd label. Inside case there’s a Lightwood Banbury 12 ga. hand protector. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Collection. CONDITION: Very good as refinished. Bbls retain virtually all professional re-black. Action and locks retain virtually all re-case color w/ engraving slightly washed. Bores are bright and shiny. Stocks retain most of newly applied oil finish w/ few dents and nicks. Checkering has been re-cut. Action is tight and bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. CASE is good. 4-35721 MGM85 (2,000-3,000)

JOSEPH HARKOM HAMMER GUN. SN 1403. Cal. 16 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This interesting gun by a high quality, boutique, Scottish maker has 30″ nicely figured Damascus barrels w/ “Joseph Harkom & Son, 52 Princes Street, Edinburgh” and no. “1” engraved on concave game rib w/ small triangle of engraving at breech end. Bbl flats show black powder and London proofs for 16 Ga. but w/ London proofs for 12 Ga. chambers. It seems that they used the wrong stamp for the chambers (as this is indeed a 16 Ga). Flats are also stamped “Harkom & Son”. Water table is stamped w/ London proofs and SN “1403”. Action has Jones under lever, very finely filed fences, and is engraved w/ about 60% coverage of very well executed shaded scroll. Top of action is engraved w/ no. “1”. Front action rebounding side locks have matching scroll, and are engraved “Harkom & Son” on both sides. Hammers have scroll w/ very interesting strikers in that they are attached to hammers w/ pivots, and extend down through the action. Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over a skeleton steel butt plate w/ full checkered center panel, and features vacant silver oval, drop points, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forend fastens to bbls w/ side nail sliding through shaped steel escutions. Nicely filed steel forend tip w/ engraving, wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -668, right -670. Bore restrictions: left -.000, right -.003. Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.018. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 7 oz. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a lustrous re-brown w/ good definition to the Damascus. Engraving on rib is washed, barely legible. Action has 15%-20% case color in protected areas, fading to gray brown. Lock plates and hammers have color in protected areas, also fading to pleasing grayish brown. Wood has been refinished w/ hand rubbed oil, and retains most of that finish w/ light marks and dings. Checkering has been re-cut. Wood around lock plates and drop points is slightly rounded. There is a small hair line crack behind left lock plate. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. 4-37941 (5,500-7,500)

B. NORMAN DOUBLE BARREL HAMMER GUN WITH CASE. SN 786. Cal. 10ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. Rebounding locks. 31″ Dovetailed fine Damascus bbls are engraved “B. Norman. Gun Maker. Framlingham.” on high concave game rib w/ triangle of scroll toward breech. Bbl flats have London black powder proofs w/ right bbl stamped “11”, and the left stamped “11B”, “12M”, and “Not for Ball.” Jones under lever action has lightening cuts in water table, is nicely engraved w/ English rose and scroll. Peninsula back action locks are engraved “B. Norman” w/ rose and scroll. Rounded serpentine hammers are scroll engraved. Case hardened trigger guard has matching scroll, and “No. 786″ engraved at grip. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over engraved steel skeleton butt plate, featuring a vacant silver oval, 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Spring fastened splinter forend has nicely shaped steel tip w/ nearly full checkering coverage. Bore diameter: left -.782, right -.765. Bore restrictions: left -.050, right -.000. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/8”. Weight: 8 lbs 4oz. Oak and leather CASE has brass corners, embossed in gold letters on top “Isaac Bell, Junr., Newport, Rhode Island.” Interior is lined w/ red cloth w/ oak tipped dividers, and has Benjamin Norman label. Case contains Powers cleaning rod with oiler, and screw driver in handle, crystal oil bottle, cleaning mop and turk’s head. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, as refurbished. Bbls retain 98% of professional re-brown. Action retains 98% of very high quality re-case color, and all engraving has been re-cut. Stocks retain virtually all their refinish w/ a few nicks and dings from handling and use. Bores are frosted throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Forend iron shows reinforcing strap repair under bbl. Chips of wood missing toward top of iron. Checkering has been re-cut. CASE leather is dark, chipped, and scuffed. Straps and handle are replacements. Interior is fine. Partitions are tight. A few rubbed areas in cloth. Label is good w/ few minor nicks and stains. 4-35754 MGM80 (2,000-3,000)

BRITISH TUBE LOCK GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 9158. Cal. 16 Ga. Dramatically browned 30″ barrels are unmarked on wide concave elevated rib. Bottoms of bbls have SN “9158” and have London provisional and view proofs. The left is marked “WF” (William Fullerd, renowned London barrel maker). Rosewood ramrod has brass tips. Inset breeches have a gold and platinum band inlaid at rear. Tube touch holes are platinum lined. Tube locks have roller covers, and are engraved w/ open scroll. Rear scroll terminating in dragon motif. Robust hammers have matching scroll. Breech iron is engraved w/ scroll and shaded belt work. Trigger guard bow is engraved w/ dog and tang has scroll. Trigger plate ends in stylized scroll engraved pineapple. Thimble is engraved in true pineapple motif. Side nail runs through squared silver escutions. Very nicely marbled straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over long tang steel butt plate. Tang is engraved w/ bird and floral designs. Checkering is 16 LPI flat topped w/ mullered borders. There is a vacant square crest plate behind breech iron. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz. Oak case has pivoting hook fasteners, and a folding brass handle on top. It is lined in green pilled cloth, and contains pewter oil bottle, box of felt wads, and a leather pouch containing a number of tubes (probably 100 or so). CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of what must be a high quality re-brown, given the condition of the rest of the gun. Locks, breeches, and other case hardened furniture show traces of color. Trigger guard and butt plate show 80% bright blue. Bores are excellent. Wood shows most of an oil finish w/ numerous small nicks and dents. Case has most of its original finish w/ numerous scrapes and scratches. Key plate is missing. Interior partitions are tight. Cloth is soiled w/ some areas of lifting and moth damage. Accessories are good. It is hard to believe that a gun of this quality is not maker marked. Some research regarding style and serial number should lead one to conclude that this gun was indeed made by Manton. 4-37734 MGM22 (2,500-4,000)

BELGIAN FLINT DOUBLE SHOTGUN. SN nsn. Cal. 28 bore. 38-1/2″ Boldly patterned etched Damascus barrels have gold Damascening at breech, and is inscribed “Damascus”. Ebony ramrod has brass tip. Locks are boldly scroll engraved w/ roller frizzens. All furniture has bold etched scroll decoration. Swan neck European walnut stock show lion’s head carving behind trigger guard, basket weave “checkering”, and acanthus carving around breech iron, locks, and bbls. CONDITION: Fine. This gun appears to be much as it was when originally made, except finish on wood has darkened due to age. It does not appear to have been fired. 4-37728 MGM23 (2,000-3,000)

*SPECTACULAR LEUNEN ENGRAVED CASED PAIR OF SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS, UNMARKED (GASTINNE RENETTE ?). SN 1989 and 1990. Cal. 20 Ga. 3″ Chambers. This beautifully appointed pair of guns have 28″ chopper lump bbls, w/ narrow concave matted game ribs. Bbl flats have proofs for 3″ chambers. Bottom of left bbls are stamped w/ SNs. Tops of rear lumps stamped w/ nos. “1” and “2”, respectively. Coin finished actions have proofs, SNs, and “1” and “2” respectively on water tables, as well as initials LRf; and feature bushed strikers, non-automatic safeties, articulated front triggers, and gold line tumbler end cocking indicators. Actions are engraved w/ beautifully executed medium shaded openwork scroll flanked by smaller standard scroll. Action beads have relief openwork scroll, as do fences, and top of action. Lock plates have matching shaded relief scroll through centers surrounded by smaller scroll. The entire effect is very pleasing w/ its different textures. Trigger guards and top levers have matching scroll. Engravers signature “Leunen. J” appears on trigger plates. Very nicely matched heavily marbled and full figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butts. 24 LPI borderless checkering is very finely done. Anson release splinter forends are stamped w/ SNs, and “1” and “2”, respectively, on iron, and have engraving, wood, and checkering to match buttstocks and actions. Barrel set No. “1”: Bore diameter: left -628, right -631. Bore restrictions: left -.019, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.033. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 5 lbs 14oz. Barrel set No. “2”: Bore diameter: left -621, right -621. Bore restrictions: left -.029, right -.016. Wall thickness: left -.038, right -.037. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight:6 lbs 1oz. Leather two-gun case has brass corners and hardware, and is lined in purple cloth. Contains pair of snap caps and key. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their satin blue w/ minor marks from contact w/ forearms. Actions retain virtually all of their coin finish, blue on pin ends fading slightly. Stocks retain virtually all of their oil finish w/ a few minor dings from handling. Actions are tight, bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent w/ no visible imperfections. Case is excellent w/ a few minor abrasions. Straps and handle are good. Interior is excellent. 4-37700 MGM73 (27,500-37,500)

*VERY FINE BOSIS QUEEN MODEL SINGLE TRIGGER PINLESS SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 230. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Chopper lump barrels w/ concave game rib w/ triangle of engraving at breech, are engraved “Luciano Bosis – Brestia Italy” on top of left bbl. Bbl flats have Italian nitro proofs and are stamped “L. Bosis”. Bottoms of bbls have more proof marks w/ spade logos, and are stamped “R Luterotti”. Coin finished action has proofs and SN as well as “L. Bosis” on water table, and features bushed strikers, non-automatic safety, and non-selective single trigger. Action beads and fillets are beautifully filed and polished. Bottom of action is engraved “Luciano – Bosis Travagliato. BS.” Action shows 80% coverage of very finely executed shaded scroll engraving. Engravers signature, “Pasotti” is on trigger plate. Trigger guard has matching scroll and SN. Non-selective trigger has decoratively filed blade. Spectacular burl European walnut stock has varying depths of streak color. Straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over skip line checkered wood butt, and features 24 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend is stamped “L. Bosis”, and SN on inside of iron w/ engraving, wood, and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -625, right -621. Bore restrictions: left -.016, right -.006. Wall thickness: left -.024, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs 5oz. High quality leather Nizzoli case w/ brass corners and latch, is lined in maroon cloth w/ leather Bosis label. Accompanying gun is a Bosis envelope w/ certificate giving specifications of this gun, dated 15 December 1998. Case has its key. PROVENANCE: Bosis certificate. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain virtually all their original rust blue, w/ a few very minor marks from contact w/ forearm. Action retains all of its coin finish, w/ slight extractor rub marks on breech face. Stocks retain all of their deep French polish finish w/ one or two very minor small marks. Checkering darkening slightly from handling. Action is tight and on face. Trigger works well. Ejectors are perfectly timed. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Case is excellent, w/ a few minor marks in leather. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior is excellent. Luciano Bosis produces approx. 25 of these extremely fine guns per year. 4-37939 MGM57 (45,000-75,000)

*INCREDIBLE DASSA ENGRAVED BERTUZZI SIDELOCK 2-BBL SET SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN WITH HUEY CASE. SN 6011. Cal. 16 ga. 2-bbl set, both 28″: set 1, as marked on bbl lug, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL / IMP-CYL chokes; set 2, as marked on bbl lug, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL / MOD chokes, ejectors and hinged dbl triggers. Both sets of bbls have concave, tapered, matted ribs with sgl brass sighting bead. Both sets of bbls are marked on left bbl “FLLI BERTUZZI ITALY”. Both sets of bbls are stamped under forend near forend lug “NEW ENGLAND ARMS CO. / KITTERY POINT ME U.S.A.”. Bbl flats of set 1 are date-coded “BL” for 1998 and SN 6010. Set 2 is also date-coded “BL” with SN 6011. The Dassa engraved sidelock receiver on left plate has two gold rooster pheasants flushing ahead of a pointing spaniel with a grain field, farmhouse and mountain in background. The right plate is engraved with two flushing ruffed grouse in front of a pointing setter positioned in a wooded scene. Bottom of receiver is a portrait of a setter with a ruffed grouse in its mouth. The remainder of receiver is a bold relief floral scroll with shaded background. Trigger guard bow has a gold woodcock in flight in wooded scene, with balance of matching relief floral scroll and shaded background. Right side of trigger plate is signed “INC. DASSA”. Also engraved on each side of receiver below lockplate is “FLLI BERTUZZI”. Mounted with marbly exhibition walnut, checkered splinter forend with push-tip release, gold Bertuzzi crest, diamond escutcheon, with forend iron, escutcheon and tip all engraved with shaded background to match receiver. Checkered straight grip stock with dropper points and matching engraved heel and toe plates. SET 1: Bore diameter: left -.667, right -.667. Bore restrictions: left -.006, right -.003. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.029. SET 2: Bore diameter: left -.667, right -.667. Bore restrictions: left -.015, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Gun is housed in a Huey oak and leather case, no. 1480, with gold accessories, maroon lining and a maroon canvas and leather covering. CONDITION: Appears new since manufactured. Both sets of bbls retain virtually all of their fine orig blue with a couple of the finest light handling marks. Receiver is sharp, bright and crisp. Stock has sharp checkering, only a couple of very minor tiny handling marks and retaining virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend likewise is similar with sharp checkering and virtually all of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and bright new shiny bores. Case is likewise in near-new condition with some minor scuffing on canvas cover. 4-37403 BDT8 (50,000-70,000)

*FANTASTIC TERZI ENGRAVED BERTUZZI ARIETE SELF-COCKING HAMMER GUN. SN 6093. Cal. 28 ga. 29″ bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL / FULL chokes, ejectors and hinged dbl triggers. Left bbl above chamber area is marked “FLLI BERTUZZI ITALY”. Bottoms of bbls at forend lug are importer marked “DANIEL SYSTO 314 LOCUST HILL ROAD / GILFORD, VT. U.S.A.”. Date-code on bbl flat “BZ” for 2005. The spectacularly engraved game scene on left plate of receiver is two setters on point of three quail in a grassy scene. Right plate is two pointers on point with three flushing quail in an open wooded scene. Bottom plate is a spaniel standing with woodcock in its mouth with wooded background. Balance of receiver, trigger guard and appended forend metals are an intricate combination of tight miniature foliate arabesque scroll and bold floral scroll with shaded background. Mounted with exhibition walnut, checkered miniature beavertail forend, push-tip release and diamond-shaped escutcheon, checkered straight grip with dropper points and beautifully checkered heel and toe plates. Bore diameter: left -.552, right -.552. Bore restrictions: left N/A, right N/A. Wall thickness: left N/A, right N/A. Drop at heel: 2-7/16, drop at comb: 1-3/8. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Accompanied by a Nizzoli leather luggage case with brass corners, maroon lining and sewn-in maker’s label. CONDITION: Appears new since manufactured. Everything about the gun is virtually 100% with only a few of the merest handling marks. Case is equally new with some minor scuffs on the brass corners and some minor marks in the leather. 4-37725 BDT9 (40,000-50,000)

*S. LUCCHINI BEST QUALITY 12 GA, SELF-COCKING HAMMER GUN W/EJECTORS. SN 60894. Cal. 12 ga. 28-1/8″ bbls, hand filed concave tapered rib with single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD/FULL chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. This gun also features a top safety which is unusual allowing it to be carried “cocked and locked”. Top of right bbl is marked “12 GA. 2-3/4 28”. Left bbl is marked “NEW ENGLAND ARMS CO.” Receiver is engraved with fine foliate arabesque scroll on both sides, across the top and bottom with bottom center marked “CUSTOM-GUN MAKER” over “S. LUCCHINI”. Trigger guard is foliate scroll engraved and inlaid with gold woodcock in flight. Trigger plate is signed “S. PANTEGHINI” on right side. Mounted with exhibition quality walnut, fully checkered splinter forend, push tip release, checkered straight grip stock, and fully checkered butt. Bore diameter: left -.723, right -.723. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.016. Wall thickness: left -.037, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 6oz. LOP 15-3/16″. This company only builds between 15-20 best quality guns a year. Ejector Hammer Guns are scarce indeed. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 95% orig blue with some minor fine scratches, some minor thinning in forearm area, rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains nearly all of its orig coin finish. Stock is sound with good checkering, minor nicks & dings, a couple areas of knots that were factory reinforced before finishing and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor nicks & dings & retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. Accompanied with leather luggage case with brass corners, burgundy felt interior and makers label in side lid. 4-37976 BDT240 (15,000-20,000)

Revised: 3/24/2009

Correction to Printed Catalogue: The correct spelling of the engraver’s name is Tomasoni.

*SPECTACULAR FABBRI OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN. SN E657. Cal. 20 ga. Beautiful hand made over/under shotgun with 28-1/2″ superposed bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, choked FULL/MOD, matted solid rib with single silver bead, ejectors & single non-selective trigger. Top bbl marked on left side “IVO FABBRI-BRESCIA” and “VACUUM ARC REMELTING STEEL” on the right. It has full sidelock receiver with cocking indicators & beautiful scalloped standing breech, marked on bottom with maker’s name & address in two tiny ribbons. It has full coverage deep intertwined floral & foliate arabesque patterns and is signed on trigger plate “INC. C. TOMASONI”. Mounted with spectacular Circassian walnut with full checkered forearm with metal engraved to match receiver and checkered pistol grip stock with leather covered pad and a gold initial plate engraved “RBJ”. Accompanied by a fine Nizzoli leather case with burgundy felt lining. Bore diameter: top – .622, bottom – .622. Bore restrictions: top – .028, bottom – .018. Wall thickness: top – .024, bottom – .025. Drop at heel: 1-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 15″. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. May have been fired but if so very little. Bbls retain about 99% strong orig blue with only faint thinning around muzzle edges. Receiver retains virtually all of its subtle orig case colors with very minor thinning on bottom edges. Trigger guard & opening lever retain virtually all of their fine orig blue. Wood is sound with a minor storage nick or two and retains virtually all of its beautiful hand rubbed orig finish. Mechanics are crisp, with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. Case is equally new. 4-38016 BDT230 (75,000-100,000)

*EXTREMELY RARE FABBRI SIDE BY SIDE PIGEON GUN. SN E361. Cal. 12 ga 28″ Bohler Super Blitz steel barrels. Hand-filed tapered rib with single ivory sighting bead 2 3/4″ chambers IMP-MOD/FULL chokes; ejectors and Fabbri single trigger. Left barrel is marked ARMI FABBRI.BRESCIA/Made in Italy. Right barrel Fabricada Para “D. Juan Purto Belda”. Bottom of right barrel BOHLER.SUPER.BLITZ.STEEL. Barrel flat is date-coded XX7 for 1971. The sidelock receiver is totally engraved with ribbons and flowers and fine foliat arabesque scroll. Bottom receiver has ribbon engraved ARMI FABBRI BRESCIA. Right side of trigger plate is signed F. Iora Inc. Mounted with exhibition quality walnut, fully checkered small beaver tail foreend, push tip release and inlaid gold pigeon on bottom. Checkered pistol grip with right-hand palm swell, ebony grip cap, Monte Carlo and Fabbri black vented recoil pad. Bore diameter: left .726, right .726. Bore restrictions: left .035, right .022. Wall thickness: left .031, right .034. Drop at heel: 1 7/8″, drop at comb: 1 1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP 14 1/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Barrels retain 99% of their original blue, some tiny handling marks and faint rub on bottom from forend. Receiver is a bright, crisp and clean silver finish. Stock is sound with some tiny bumps and bruises, fine sharp checkering and retains virtually all of its fine hand-rubbed original finish. Forend is sound with good sharp checkering, a few minor bumps and bruises and retains virtually all of its original finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors, bright shiny bores as gun appears to have seen very little use. 4-35280 BDT222 (37,500-47,500)

*BEST QUALITY JOHN RIGBY (CA) SIDELOCK OVER/UNDER PIGEON GUN W/CASE. SN 4005. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl hand filed vent rib with dual white sighting beads, vented side ribs, 3″ chambers, screw chokes, single trigger and ejectors. Left side of bbl is marked “JOHN RIGBY & CO.-PASO ROBLES CA” in gold. There is a 4″ wedge of scroll engraving over chamber area on each side of rib. Left side flat is marked “12 GA 3″”. The side lock receiver is engraved with flowing intertwined floral scroll with shaded background “JOHN RIGBY & CO.” in gold on each lockplate. Bottom of receiver has Rigby logo of opposing “R”s and center “I” inlaid in gold. Trigger guard is engraved “G D M” in gold for Geoff D. Miller, principal of J. Rigby & Co, CA. Right side of top lever also has the Rigby logo inlaid in gold. On top tang “SAFE” is inlaid in gold and safety button is floral engraved with gold wire border. Gun is signed on lower right flat of receiver “G. RUDOLPH”. Mounted with exhibition, quality Turkish walnut, checkered pistol grip with right hand palm swell, sculpted checkered grip cap, black decelerator pad and fully checkered rounded field type forend. Bore diameter: top .725, bottom .726. Bore restrictions: top SC, bottom SC. Wall thickness: top .026, bottom .030. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 9lbs. LOP 15-1/4″. Accompanied with Rigby aluminum motor case and 10 Rigby marked choke tubes and speed wrench. Replacement cost of these sidelocks start at $47,500. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 98-99% orig. blue with some minor thinning on vent rib and a small rub mark from forend. Receiver shows case coloring on non-engraved areas, but is mostly a slightly tarnished silver look. Stock is sound with crisp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine original finish. Forend is sound with crisp checkering and most of its fine original finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. Case is in excellent condition with a few minor scuffs. 4-33812 BDT206 (17,500-27,500)

*EARLY CASED DAKOTA ARMS LEGEND SIDE BY SIDE 12 GA TWO BARREL SET. SN DL12007. Cal. 12 ga. 28-1/8″ bbls, tapered concave ribs. Bbl set 1) 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke, w/ejectors. Top rib is marked “DAKOTA ARMS STURGIS S.D. U.S.A.” with gold “#1″ at breech end. Bbl set 2) 3” chambers, IMP-CYL/MOD choke,w/ejectors, similarly marked as set 1 with a gold “#2” at breech end. Both bbls are dated coded “BN” for 2000. Gun is fitted with a unique “Combination” trigger mechanism allowing the front trigger to fire right then left bbls sequentially or right singularly. The back trigger controls the left bbl only. The rnd body receiver is full coverage engraved with fine foliate scroll with shaded background and banner with “Dakota Arms” across each side and an oval with a single feather center of bottom. Signed on right side of trigger guard “ABig”. Mounted with highly figured marblecake walnut, checkered splinter forend for each bbl with push tip release, checkered straight grip stock, checkered butt with engraved heel & toe plates, and blank gold oval. Bbl 1) Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.043, right -.042. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.034. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6lbs. 11oz. LOP 15″. Bbl 2) Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.016, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.035, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6lbs. 10oz. LOP 15″. Accompanied with oak and leather case with brass corners, burgundy felt interior and “Dakota American Legend” on inside lid. Factory records confirm seventh Legend ordered.The Legend shotgun is the first original design to be developed in the U.S. in over 70 years. It gun of style, grace, and exquisite balance. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears to be test fired only. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine orig blue with a few minor handling marks and faint rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver is sharp and clean and retains virtually all of its silver finish. Stock is sound with sharp crisp dry checkering and only a few tiny handling marks and retains all of its fine factory orig finish. Forends are sound with dry crisp checkering, some tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of their fine orig factory finish. Case is in equally new condition with just a few minor scuffs in the leather. 4-37404 BDT217 (15,000-20,000)

*NEW BERETTA SO-10 PINLESS SIDELOCK OVER AND UNDER. SN SOE064B. Cal. 28 ga 28″ barrels. Solid hand-filed rib with single brass sighting bead. 2 3/4″ chambers, factory screw chokes, ejectors and single selective trigger. Top rib of barrel is engraved Beretta with a wavy dot border pattern. Left side of barrel is marked 28Ga 2 3/4″ -70-28″. Center rib under forearm is engraved Beretta-Gardone V.T.-Made in Italy on left side and Beretta USA Corp. ACKK.MD on right. Barrel flat is date-coded CC for 2008. The pinless sidelock receiver is incredibly engraved with a mountain scene with five chuckers in flight and one sitting. Right plate is engraved with a plantation scene with five quail in flight. Bottom of receiver has a portrait of a spaniel imposed over two valley quail in flight with a ribbon engraved above Beretta and below Made in Italy and signed Bielli R. The front left side has two chuckers nesting with a ribbon engraved Beretta surrounded by fine foliate arabesque scroll with shaded background. Right side has two nesting quail with ribbon marked Beretta surrounded by fine foliate arabesque scroll. Pierced top lever is scroll engraved surrounding a gold inlay crown. Top tang is fully scroll engraved with gold inlaid serial number and gold inlaid “S” at safety. Right side of trigger plate is signed C. Saleri. Mounted with exhibition walnut, finger-grooved checkered field-style forend with scroll engraved release latch and forend iron. Checkered pistol grip, sculpted dropper points behind each lock and fully checkered butt. Bore diameter: top .550, bottom .550. Bore restrictions: top SC, bottom SC. Wall thickness: top NA, bottom NA. Drop at heel: 2 1/4″, drop at comb: 1 9/16″. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP 14 5/8″. Accompanied by factory leather case with leather factory label inside lid, gold-plated accessories, hanging tags and owner’s manual. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Appears new and factory test-fired only. Barrels retain virtually all of the fine original bluing. Receiver is sharp and crisp and a silver color. Stock is sound with sharp, crisp checkering; maybe some tiny handling marks and retains virtually all its original finish. Forend is sound with fine crisp checkering, only the tiniest of handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine original finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, strong ejectors and bright new shiny bore as gun appears to be factory test-fired only. Case is in equally new condition. This is a chance to own an outstanding top-of-the-line Beretta without the long wait. 4-38015 BDT223 (75,000-100,000)

*UNCOMMON BERETTA ASEELL OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN. SN 29904. Cal. 20 ga. 26-3/4″ Boehler Antinit Steel bbls, vented hand-filed rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-MOD / MOD chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Left side of top bbl marked “BOEHLER ANTINIT STEEL” and over the chambers “P. BERETTA – GARDONE VT.” over “MADE IN ITALY”. The scaled side-plated box lock frame is nearly 100% engraved in floral and leafy vine pattern. Mounted with nicely colored streaky walnut with trim nearly fully checkered, fluted field-style forend, nicely checkered straight grip stock, with tan leather covered pad and 3/4″ sling swivel to match similar swivel mounted on bottom bbl. Bore diameter: top -.622, bottom -.622. Bore restrictions: top -.023, bottom -.013. Wall thickness: top -.039, bottom -.035. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP 14-3/4″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with a few minor light nicks and a faint rub mark from the forend. Silver receiver is clean, bright and sharp. Trigger guard retains virtually all of its fine orig blue. Triggers retain nearly all of their gold finish. Stock is sound with sharp, crisp checkering, only a few minor handling marks and a clean hand-rubbed finish. Leather-covered pad is fine with moderate scuffing at heel and toe. Forend is solid with good cleaned checkering and only a few minor handling marks, retaining most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety. Strong ejectors, bright shiny bores, top lever at dead center. 4-37727 BDT3 (12,000-15,000)

*PIOTTI KING SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN 5100. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-3/4″ Dovetail steel bbls w/ flat matted game rib and engraved “Acciato Speciale Siau” on top of right bbl, and “F Piotti Gardone VT” on the left. Engine turned bbl flats have Italian nitro proofs, the Piotti “FP” logo, and SN “5100”. Case hardened action is stamped “Fili Piotti”, SN, and Italian nitro proofs on water table; and features bushed strikers, non automatic safety, and articulated front trigger. Action is engraved w/ about 60% coverage of rose bouquet and scroll w/ “-Armi – Piotti -” on bottom. Blued trigger guard has matching scroll and SN. Bar action side locks have ribbed tumbler end cocking indicators. Top lever thumb piece is nicely pierced and engraved. Lightly streaked and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over finely checkered wood butt, and features fluted drop points, 30 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Anson release splinter forend has an inlaid gold escution w/ crown and ribbon motif, w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -.726, right -728. Bore restrictions: left -.034, right -.019. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight:6 lbs. 11 oz. High quality gold canvas covered case has leather reinforcing corners, and is lined in maroon cloth, with Piotti paper label, and contains 2-pc. rosewood cleaning rod, 2 Galazan snap caps, oil bottle, cleaning brush and mop, as well as, 2 leather straps. CONDITION: Extremely fine, near new. Bbls retain nearly all of their very nicely polished blue, w/ few very slight marks, mostly where forend rubs. Bores and chambers are excellent. Action shows only slight silvering on beads, w/ some extractor wipe marks on breech face. Wood shows few minor marks and abrasions, small area of compression in checkering on right hand side of forend. Action is tight, on face. Ejectors are in time. Case is near new. Accessories are as new. 4-36277 MGM2 (8,000-12,000)

*ANTONIO ZOLI BEST SIDE LOCK EJECTOR WITH SINGLE TRIGGER. SN VR39650. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Top of the line, for this maker, this gun has 27-1/2″ barrels w/ raised matted, ventilated rib and is engraved “Antonio Zoli. Gardone, VT” and “Made in Italy” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats have Italian nitro proofs, Zoli logo, and SN. Choke stars on bottom of bbl. Bbl flats are damascened w/ proofs, Zoli logo, and SN. Action features bushed strikers w/ vents, Purdey type third fastener, non-automatic safety, and non-selective single trigger. Locks are fitted w/ hidden hand detachable key on right lock plate, which disappears into engraving. Tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. Engraving on the action is very well done in grotesque beast motif, w/ lions, tigers, griffins and boars surrounded by open shaded acanthus and scroll. Fences are relief engraved w/ flowing leaves and berries. Top lever thumb piece is pierced. Engravers signature “G. Fasolini” is on trigger plate. Nicely streaked, dark European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over black “Decelerator” pad, w/ 20 LPI checkering w/ double line borders at grip. An additional area of checkering in leaf pattern extends into body of stock. Anson release beaver tail forend has engraving, wood, and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -734, right -732. Bore restrictions: left -.007, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.019. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs 7oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains virtually all its original blue. Action retains all of its coin finish. Stocks retain all of their finish w/ a few minor compressions, and nicks, barely worth mentioning. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Trigger works. Ejectors are in time. 4-37936 MGM60 (5,000-8,000)

*FLLI. BERTUZZI YEAGER COMMEMORATIVE SHOTGUN NUMBER 99/100 WITH CASE. SN 099. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This unusual commemorative shotgun honoring one of America’s great heroes exhibits the famous Bertuzzi quality throughout. 28″ Mono block bbls have nicely matted, narrow ventilated rib, and are engraved “Made by Flli Bertuzzi” and “For U. S. Historical Society”, on either side of mono block. “Flli Bertuzzi” is inlaid in gold. Bottoms of block have Italian proofs, are stamped “Taylor’s & Co Winchester, VA” and SN “099”. Bottom of bottom bbl engraved “U. S. H. S. Richmond, VA Made in Italy GA 12”. Bbls have screw-in chokes. Coin finished action and side plates are marked w/ Italian proofs and “099” and are covered w/ beautifully executed relief scroll w/ Bulino motifs of face on portrait of Chuck Yeager, Bell X1 rocket plane, double eagle hallmark of the historical society, and P-51 Mustang, all inlaid in gold. U. S. Air Force emblem is engraved on right lock plate surrounded by 13 gold stars. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang, and no. “99/100″ is inlaid on trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt and features approx 24 LPI borderless checkering. Matching forend has a sliding latch. Bore diameter: top -722, bottom -722. Wall thickness: top -.035, bottom -.038. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16”. Weight: 7lbs 11oz. High quality leather case by Nirroli has stitched leather corners, and is lined in wine colored cloth w/ Chuck Yeager commemorative label and contains a pair of snap caps, choke tube wrench, and 3 extra choke tubes, w/ 2 empty containers for tubes installed in gun. Included w/ the gun is the copy of YEAGER, AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY, and a copy of July 1989 SHOTGUN SPORTS magazine featuring the history of this commemorative. PROVENANCE: Yeager book, and magazine. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially new. Few rub marks from forearm being in contact w/ bbl, and some very slight discoloration on bottom of action. Wood has one or two very minor marks on toe line of butt. Bores are excellent w/ no visible imperfections. Case is excellent w/ a few minor scuffs. Straps show use. Interior is excellent, but a bit dusty. 4-37421 MGM34 (12,000-17,000)

*PERAZZI MX3 SCO GOLD SPECIAL WITH CASE. SN 68577. Cal. 12 ga. 28-1/4″ bbls, matted tapered rib with white front and silver center sighting beads, vented mid ribs, Briley screw chokes, 2-3/4″ chambers, ejectors and removable single trigger adjustable for length. Left side of top bbl is marked “PERAZZI BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY”, and right side “IMPORTER-PERAZZI-USA MONVOVIA-CALIFORNIA”. The box lock receiver is finely engraved with 3 gold quail in flight on left side, 4 gold quail in flight on right side, and 4 more across bottom. Clearance cut in bottom of frame is inlaid in gold “MX3 ORO”. The balance of the receiver is finely done with trees and open grasslands surrounded by flowers and foliate scroll and is signed on lower left side “GALEAZZI”. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered schnable forend, stamped “PERAZZI” across bottom at forend iron, checkered pistol grip with thin Perazzi marked black recoil pad. Accompanied with Perazzi ABS case, 3 extra Briley choke tubes, and stock tool. Bore diameter: top -.724, bottom -.725. Bore restrictions: top -Briley, bottom -Briley. Wall thickness: top -.033, bottom -.034. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 11oz. LOP- adjustable 14-1/4 to 14-3/4″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 98-99% orig blue, with just a few minor handling marks. Receiver is crisp and clean with only a few minor handling marks. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor small nicks & dings, and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor nicks & dings & retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors & bright shiny bores. Case is sound with some minor scuffing & lose covering on inside of lid. 4-37840 BDT216 (10,000-15,000)

*PERAZZI MOD DB81 TRAP COMBO W/CASE. SN 95272. Ca. 12 ga. Over/Under bbls 29-1/2″ raised matted tapered rib with silver center and white front sighting bead, ported vented side ribs and factory screw choke in bottom bbl. IMP-MOD choke in top bbl, 2-3/4″ chambers with long forcing cones. Right side of bbl marked “IMPORTER-PERAZZI-USA/MONROVIA-CALIFORNIA” and left side “PERAZZI BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY/12 GA 2-3/4″ CHAMBER”. The over single bbl has matching raised rib with brass center and white front sighting bead, ported, similar bbl markings and weight system on under bbl. It is 33-3/4″ and full choke. Receiver has minimal scroll engraving around hinge pin and marked “PERAZZI DB81 SPECIAL” on left side of receiver. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, checkered pistol grip with right hand palm swell, Perazzi adjustable comb with soft top, adjustable recoil pad with removable 1/4″ spacer for winter and summer shooting. Checkered fluted target forend. Comes with two removable trigger groups, one for top single and one for over/under bbl. Bore diameter: over .738, under .734. Bore restrictions: over .035, under SC. Wall thickness: over .026, under .025. Drop at heel: adj., drop at comb: adj.. Weight: 9lbs. 1oz. LOP 14″. Over single bbl: Bore diameter: .728. Bore restrictions: .030. Wall thickness: .060. Drop at heel: adj., drop at comb: adj.. Weight: 9lbs. 8oz. LOP 14″. Accompanied with Perazzi red plastic luggage case. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 95-98% orig. blue with small rub from forend and few minor light handling marks. Wood is sound with good checkering, a few minor nicks and most of its original finish. Forend is sound with a few minor nicks and scratches, good checkering and most of its orig. finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. Case in in good shape with some minor scuffing and is accompanied with a stock wrench. 4-35869 BDT204 (6,500-8,500)

*PERAZZI MX3 OVER AND UNDER SHOTGUN. SN 64535. Cal 12 ga. 29 1/2″ barrels. Striated ventilated rib with white front and center sighting beads. 2 3/4″ chambers. Thin-wall screw-in chokes, ejectors and single trigger. Left side of top barrel is marked Perazzi SPA-Made in Brescia-Italy. Left side of rib is marked Simmons Gun Repair Inc. Olathe, KS. Box lock receiver has minimal engraving over hingepin and Perazzi MX3 inlaid in gold on left side. Equipped with removable trigger group. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered forend, checkered pistol grip and black Kick-eez recoil pad. Bore diameter: top .725, bottom .725. Bore restrictions: top SC, bottom SC. Wall thickness: top .032, bottom .035. Drop at heel: 1″, drop at comb: 1 1/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 3 oz. LOP 14 3/8″. Gun is accompanied with five extended compensated choke tubes marked 0-5-15-20 and 25. Accompanied with factory Perazzi case. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrels retain 95-98% blue with a few minor light handling marks and faint rub from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine original blue. Stock is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains most of its original finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks and dings, a small spot of flaked finish but retains most of its original finish. Case is in nice condition with loose lining on inside of lid. 37996 BDT224 (3,000-5,000)

*BERETTA 687 EELL WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS. SN M49596B. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 29-1/2″ (SN: M49596B), and 30-3/4″ (SN: R31196B) marked “P. Berretta, Made in Italy”, “Sporting” w/ appropriate Italian proofs, and operator warnings. Both sets have raised ventilated ribs, and ventilated mid-ribs. 29-1/2″ Bbls are ported. Both sets are threaded for screw-in chokes which are not present. Coin finished action is engraved w/ floral scroll, left lock plate w/ pheasant scene, right lock plate w/ woodcock. Engravers name, Bottega C. Giovanelli, is on trigger plate. Nicely figured European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/16″ over a NECG universal sporting pad, and features a vacant silver oval, swell on right side of grip, and 22 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Schnabel forend fastens w/ latch, and wood is a bit lighter than buttstock. Barrel set 1 (29-1/2): Bore diameter: top -732, bottom -733. Wall thickness: top -.034, bottom -.032. Weight: 7 lbs 14 oz. Barrel set 2 (30-3/4″) : Bore diameter: top -720, bottom -720. Wall thickness: top -.039, bottom -.341. Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″. PROVENANCE: Copy of Beretta operating instructions in Italian. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of original black, except 30-3/4″ bbls have numerous spots where finish has lifted, w/ some pitting. Action shows most of its coin finish. Wood has most of its finish w/ numerous marks and scratches from use. 30-3/4″ Barrels are tight. 29-1/2″ Barrels are slightly loose. Trigger works. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Bores are bright and shiny. 4-37772 MGM29 (3,500-5,000)

*RENATO GAMBA DAYTONA TRAP COMBO W/CASE. SN 25020. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ over/under bbls with stepped tapered matted vent rib, dual white sighting beads and vented side ribs. IMP-MOD/FULL chokes single selective removable trigger and ejectors. The over bbl single is 34″ with stepped matted tapered vent rib, dual white sighting beads with Briley extended chokes and ejector. Chamber areas of both bbls have a gold lined border. Receiver has single line border engraving with “DAYTONA” in gold on both sides. “RENATO GAMBA” and logo in gold on bottom of receiver. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered pistol grip with right hand palm swell, Danuser recoil system with serrated black Kickeez recoil pad, checkered fluted target forearm. Bore diameter: top .722, bottom .722. Bore restrictions: top .025, bottom .015. Wall thickness: top .030, bottom .035. Drop at heel: 1-38/”, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 9lbs. 5oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Single bbl bore diameter: top .721. Bore restriction: Briley choke tube. Wall thickness: .060. Weight: 9lbs, 3 oz. Housed in maker’s hard luggage case embossed with maker’s name and logo. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 98-99% orig blue with a minor area of shallow pits on left side of top bbl of over/under set. Single bbl retains 98-99% of its orig. blue. Receiver has 98-99% orig blue with some minor thinning at sharp edge at bottom. Stock is sound with only a few minor handling marks and retains most of its original finish. Same holds true of forend. Single bbl is accompanied with MOD/IMP-MOD/FULL extended Briley choke tubes. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors, bright shiny bores in both bbls. This gun has seen very little use. Case is fine with some moderate staining to inside lining and is accompanied with stock wrench, owner’s manual and cover sleeves. 4-35871 BDT200 (5,500-7,500)

*PERAZZI TM-1 TRAP SINGLE BBL SHOTGUN. SN 7272. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls with stepped, matted, tapered, vent rib, silver center & white front sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chamber, FULL choke, ejector & removable sgl trigger. Right side of bbl marked “IMPORTER WINCHESTER / NEW HAVEN – CONN” and left side “PERAZZI spa – MADE IN BRESCIA – ITALY / 12 GA 2-3/4″ CHAMBER”. Receiver has single-line border engraving, circle-pattern scroll over each hinge pin & “R” stamped on front of trigger plate. Inside left of removable trigger is stamped “B. McDANIEL”. This trigger has been reconverted to pull. Mounted with nicely figured walnut with checkered pistol grip, ebony grip cap, 4-way adjustable soft top, Danuser recoil system, checkered target beavertail forend. Consignor states that Pat Laib’s Gunsmithing recently replaced all springs & locks. Bore diameter: .729. Bore restriction: .032. Wall thickness: .057. Drop at heel: adjustable, drop at comb: adjustable. Weight: 8 lbs. 9 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Accompanied by older black Perazzi case. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95% blue. Receiver likewise is 90-95% with sharp edge wear & light thinning across bottom. Stock is sound with moderate wear to checkering, numerous nicks & dings; finish is worn to hand patina through grip area & in need of some freshening overall. Forend with moderately worn checkering, a few nicks & dings and hand-worn patina finish. Mechanics are crisp, with shiny bore & some minor pitting in 1st 10-12″ of bbl. Case has scuffs, a few minor dents & moderate staining to inside lining. 4-35870 BDT196 (1,350-1,550)

*KRIEGHOFF SAN REMO GRADE MOD32 SKEET SET W/NASCO CASE. SN 9778. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ matted vent ribbed bbls with silver center and red front sighting beads with muzzle end bbl weight attachment. 2-3/4″ chambers SK/SK choke. Right side of bbls marked “MADE FOR EUROPA CORPORATION MIAMI FLORIDA”. Left side “H. KRIEGHOFF OHG. ULM GERMANY/MODEL 32-12 GA/BOHLER-LAUFSTAHL”. Second set of bbls currently carrying 410 sub gauge inserts are 28″ matted vent ribbed with silver center and red front sighting beads with bbl marking on left side only “H. KRIEGHOFF OHG. ULM GERMANY/MODEL 32-12 GA/BOHLER-LAUFSTAHL”. Also with this gun are sub gauge inserts for 20 and 28 ga. Receiver is engraved with bold foliate scroll with punched dot background and a setter with two fleeing game birds in a forested scene in background on left side and fox with a fleeing duck in a marsh scene on right. Bottom is bold foliate scroll with punched dot background surrounding “Krieghoff/Model 32″. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, skip line checkered pistol grip with hard rubber grip cap and white line spacer, Packmayr vented trap pad and skip line checkered fluted target forend. Bore diameter: left .732, right .735. Bore restrictions: left .005, right .005. Wall thickness: left .032, right .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 8lbs. 8oz. LOP 14”. No further measurements are available. Accompanied with a NASCO aluminum case for multi bbl set. Also accompanying gun is a second Krieghoff stock with straight grain walnut skip line checkering and black vented Krieghoff marked recoil pad with standard dimensions. CONDITION: Fine. First set of bbls retain 95% orig. blue with a few minor handling marks. Receiver retains 90% orig. blue worn and blended to silver across bottom. Trigger guard has worn to a silver color. Stock is sound with moderate wear to checkering, sticky residue from a soft stick-on top. Top portion of stock at one time cut & glued. Numerous shallow nicks and dings and wear to the orig. varnish. Recoil pad is slightly proud of stock. Forend is sound with moderate wear to checkering, substantial wear to orig. varnish leaving a hand worn patina. Second stock is fine with most of its orig. varnish finish. Case is fine with some minor scuffing. Mechanics are crisp with safety locked in fire position with strong ejectors with good bores in bbls and sub gauge tubes. 4-35267 BDT203 (3,000-5,000)

LINDNER CHARLES DALY DIAMOND GRADE BOX LOCK EJECTOR GUN. SN 1680. Cal. 10 Ga. 3″ Chamber. Heavy 30″ Steel Dovetail bbls. are engraved “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on nicely machine matted concave game rib with square cross bolted extension. Tops of bbls have logos for Witten Excelsior Steel, and decorative engraved band at rear of bbls. Bbl flats have German black powder proofs w/ SN “1680”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “Excelsior Witten” and have H. A. Lindner crossed pistol logos. Case hardened action is stamped w/ SN, German proofs, and “Prussia” on water table, and features side clips, square cross bolt third fastener, cocking indicators, intercepting safety sears, and automatic safety. Action shows 75% coverage of well executed Germanic scroll engraving w/ “Charles Daly” in ribands on sides, and serpentine filed fences. Floor plate has matching scroll w/ nicely executed vignette of setter flushing ducks at edge of stream. Trigger guard has matching scroll, as well as, 2 pheasants on the bow, and SN on grip. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Well marbled and slightly figured circassian walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over original ribbed horn butt plate, with tear drop pointed checkered panels behind scalloped action, horn grip tip, and silver oval on toe line. Checkering is approx. 22 LPI w/ double line borders. Splinter forend has Deeley release, scalloped horn tip, and checkering and wood to match butt stock. Bore diameter: left -766, right -766. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -031. Wall thickness: left -.042, right -.040. Drop at heel: 3-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Weight:9 lbs 6-1/2 oz. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 90% original blue, silvering along rib, and some flaking at breech. Action retains 40%-50% original case color, turning to gray. Screw slots show some use, one is out of time. Stocks retain most of well done rubbed oil re-finish. Checkering has been re-pointed. Butt plate screws have been replaced. Repaired crack in forend wood in front of iron. Action is very slightly loose w/ some lateral movement felt. Vertical movement is not evident. Ejectors are in time. Bores and chambers are excellent, w/ slight frosting in right barrel. RST now makes ammunition for these great old 10 bores. 8-87595 (9,500-12,500)

*VERY FINE JOH. SPRINGER SIDE PLATED BOX LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. SN 9699. Cal. 16 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 29-1/2″ Dovetailed steel bbls. have beautifully engine turned game rib, w/ small area of scroll engraving at breech end. Engraved “Joh. Springer’s Erben in Wien” on left bbl. and “K. u. K. KAMMER GEWEHR LIEFERANTEN” on right bbl. Bbl flats are marked “Nicht fur Kugel” and have Vienna nitro proofs for 1909, and the remains of Siemen Martin steel logos. They’re also stamped w/ “A F” (August Francotte?) and Crown logo. Bbls are stamped w/ SN “9699” and choke information. Action flats have Vienna Proofs, and SN. Bottom of bbl is fitted w/ sling bow. Side plated box lock action is nicely filed w/ bolsters on fences, and features side clips, hidden third fastener, intercepting sears, and automatic safety. Engraved w/ 90% coverage of very nicely executed Viennese bouquet and scroll w/ maker’s name on floor plate, and left side plate. Right side plate and floor plate are also engraved “K. u. K. KAMMER GEWEHR LIEFERANTEN”. Trigger guard has matching engraving and SN. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Nicely streaked and figured European walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over ribbed horn butt plate. w/ nicely executed shadow line cheek piece for right hand shooter, and sling loop on toe line. Checkering is approx. 20 LPI w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -665, right -665. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.027. Wall thickness: left -.034, right -.033. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight:6 lb.3-1/2 oz. Accompanied with vintage leather case opening at both ends. Green felt-lined with thre compartments. Decorated with brass rivets. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 95% original blue turning to brown in areas. Action retains 60% original case color, silver on sides of fences, action beads, and bottom. Lock plates retain nearly all of their case colors. Trigger guard has 50%-60% case color silvering at front of bow and grip. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish w/ a few handling marks and dents. Checkering shows some wear, and few areas of compression on forend. Bores are bright and shiny w/ no visible imperfections. Action is tight and on face. Top lever is slightly left of center. Ejectors are in time. Case is in good condition. One lid broken at hinge. Missing carrying strap. Leather is dry with some minor scuffing. All in all, a great little gun. 4-37677 MGM3 (6,000-8,000)

*VERY FINE J. JUST FERLACH SIDE LOCK EJECTOR OVER UNDER WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS AND CASE. SN 3015.28. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ and 30-3/4″ Barrels. 28″ Bbls are marked “J. Just Ferlach” on narrow matted solid game rib w/ Austrian proofs on bottom bbl, “1148”, and “12/70”. 31-3/4″ Bbls are marked “J. Just Ferlach” on broad flat matted solid rib. Both sides of top bbl are engraved “Bohler Blitz Stahl”. Bottom bbl has Ferlach proofs for 1928, and “1148” as well as, “Made in Austria” engraved. Deep, French gray double Kirsten action has Ferlach proofs and SN, and is engraved w/ very finely executed scroll and bouquets. Side locks have rib cocking indicators, and are beautifully engraved w/ left lock showing dogs flushing a covey of quail and 2 rabbits. Right lock pictures a fox contemplating a family group of roe deer. Scenes are nicely done, and backgrounds are exceptional. Top lever depicts a perched pheasant. Trigger guard is of light colored translucent horn. “S” is engraved in front of non-automatic safety button. Very fine straight grip beautifully streaked and lightly figured European walnut buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features a gold oval w/ initials “DNC” lightly engraved, as well as, unusual treatments to comb and drop points. Checkering is at about 24 LPI w/ broad mullered borders. Three piece forend has Deeley release w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. 28″ Barrels: Bore diameter: top -723, bottom -723. Bore restrictions: top -008, bottom -.003. Wall thickness: top -.030, bottom -.028. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 12 oz. 30-3/4″ Barrels: Bore diameter: top -711, bottom -711. Bore restrictions: top -.040, bottom -.040. Wall thickness: top -.037, bottom -.038. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs 8-1/2oz. Aluminum Americase Premium is lined in maroon cloth, w/ place for both bbls, and contains key. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain virtually all rust blue. Action and side locks retain virtually all of French gray finish, brightening a bit on action beads. Stocks retain virtually all of their hand rubbed oil finish w/ a few very minor handling marks. Action is tight, bbls are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time, with 30-3/4″ bbl. 28″ Bbls are in time. Bores are bright and shiny w/ no visible imperfections. Case is as new. A very finely crafted gun. 4-35857 MGM32 (7,500-12,500)

*NICELY APPOINTED GREIFELT BOX LOCK EJECTOR OVER UNDER PIGEON GUN. SN 30300. Cal. 12 Ga. 3″ Chambers. 32″ Steel barrels w/ flat engine turned solid rib w/ brass front, and ivory mid bead is engraved “Von Lengerke & Detmold Inc New York” on top barrel w/ nicely executed scroll and bouquet engraving around breech. German nitro proof on top bbl. Bottom bbl is marked “Germany” w/ German proofs, as well as, “NS”, and SN “30300”. Case hardened scalloped box lock action with double Kirsten fastener is engraved “Greifelt & Co. Suhl” on both sides w/ bouquets and scroll on bottom and front sides of action that match bbl. Left side has vignette of four water fowl flushing from a marsh. Right side shows these same birds settling into the marsh. Fences are deep relief engraved w/ very nicely executed scroll, oak leaves, and acorns. Bolsters have equally well done flowers. Front trigger is hinged. Blued trigger guard has matching bouquet and scroll to action w/ SN on tang. “Safe” is inlaid in gold in front of automatic safety button. Nicely streaked and slightly figured straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 15″ over a brown “Old English” pad, and features inset horn diamond drop points, and 22 LPI checkering w/ line borders. Three piece splinter forend has Anson release w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: top -728, bottom -728. Bore restrictions: top -.035, bottom -.035. Wall thickness: top -.030, bottom -.029. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Weight:8 lbs 3oz. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 95% rust blue. Action retains 60%-70% case color, thinning toward front, bottom, and around fences. Trigger guard and top lever retain 70% blue. Stocks retain most of high quality rubbed oil re-finish. Checkering is competently re-cut. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores and chambers are bright and shiny. 4-35889 MGM24 (3,500-5,000)

*20 GAUGE A. FRANCOTTE SIDE PLATED BOX LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. SN 81893. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 27-3/4″ Dovetailed steel bbls have nicely engine turned concave rib, w/ dual ivory beads, and cross bolt extension. Tops of bbls are engraved “Von Lengurke & Detmold U. S. Agents, New-York”. Bbl flats have Belgian nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and are marked on left “Francotte choke bore”. Bottoms of bbls have SN “81893”. Case hardened action has Belgian proofs and SN on water table, and features cross bolt third fastener, side clips, and automatic safety. Action has about 60% coverage of Belgian scroll w/ side plates engraved “A. Francotte, Maker & Patentee, Liege, Belgium”. Fences have very nicely executed relief scroll and ribbon engraving. Trigger guard has matching scroll to action, and SN. “S” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Nicely streaked and slightly figured European walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over a leather faced Silvers pad and features approx 20 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Anson type splinter forend has wood and checkering to match butt stock. Bore diameter: left -.632, right -.640. Bore restrictions: left -.024, right -.000. Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.023. Drop at heel: 3″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight:5 lbs 7 oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 90% original black w/ few minor scuffs and thinning. Action retains 40% case color turning to silver gray. Lock plates retain 80% case color, fading slightly. Top lever, trigger guard, and safety button retain most of original blue. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish w/ numerous small dings and handling marks. Checkering is slightly worn, forend checkering more so. Action is slightly loose. Ejectors are in time. Bores and chambers are bright and shiny. Evidence of very slight dents in bottom of right barrel. A great little upland gun. 4-37726 MGM5 (5,000-7,000)

*SCARCE CASED FRANCOTTE EAGLE GRADE DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN. SN 85742. Cal. 12 ga. Beautiful shotgun 26″ steel bbls choked FULL/IMP-CYL, tapered concave matted rib, sgl bead with Greener crossbolt rib extension, ejectors & dbl chopper lumps. Right bbl is engraved “VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD” and left bbl “U.S. AGENTS NEW-YORK” and side of left bbl is marked “FOR STANDARD VELOCITY ONLY”. The bbl flats are marked for 65 mm cartridges and have been reproofed at 2-5/8″. The chambers now measure 2-3/4″, apparently having been further opened up. Receiver has sideplates that are beautifully engraved with vignettes of three pheasants to the left rear, three partridge to the left front, three woodcock on right rear and three ducks on right front, all in nicely detailed background scenes and surrounded by well-executed foliate arabesque patterns. Fences have side clips with deep relief engraved foliate patterns. Top tang has “S” in gold. Bottom of receiver has a large raised gold spread-winged American eagle with an American shield and trigger guard is engraved with a standing great heron. The opening lever & forend iron are engraved to match. Mounted with extremely beautiful, streaky marblecake, honey & chocolate French walnut with checkered splinter forearm and Prince of Wales rnd knob stock, 14-5/8″ over a Pachmayr White Line pad. It has dbl triggers. Accompanied by an orig green felt lined brown leather casing compartmented in bottom for the shotgun, a 3-pc ebony cleaning rod, a pair of V.L. & D. snap caps, a V.L. & D. nickeled square oil bottle and cleaning implements. Bore diameter: left – .728, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .033, right – .007. Wall thickness: left – .023, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 3.2 oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a fine professionally reblacked finish with a spot of pitting near the muzzle and a couple of others at chamber ends. Receiver & sideplates retain 50-60% faded case colors with balance turned silver. Wood is sound showing moderate wear, heavier on forearm with oil darkened finish. Stock shows moderate to heavy wear with usual nicks, dings & scratches. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bores. Case is sound, missing its outside straps, with usual handling & use wear with moderately stained & soiled interior and some slight losses to the felt. One of front keeper tabs is missing. 4-32256 (5,000-6,000)

*20 GAUGE A Y A NO. 1 DELUXE SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN. SN 16-03 421-02. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are stamped “A Y A – AGUIRRE & ARANZABAL – MADE IN SPAIN” on narrow concave game rib. There are decorative bands of engraving at breech. Bbl flats show Spanish proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Round bar action has Spanish proofs, SN, and AYA logo on water table, and features bushed strikers, hinged front trigger, and automatic safety. Action and locks are nicely engraved w/ large open shaded scroll. Engravers name “Txitxi” is on the trigger plate. Bottom of action is engraved “NO. 1 Deluxe”. Single beaded trigger guard has matching scroll and “421” engraved on tang. Tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Nicely streaked straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood butt and features a vacant gold oval, 22 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Anson release splinter forend has matching wood, checkering, and engraving. Bore diameter: left -619, right -620. Bore restrictions: left -.010, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.034. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. Shotgun comes with its original box. CONDITION: Excellent, near new. Bbls retain virtually all their original blue w/ a few minor nicks, and some light scratches near forend tip. Action retains virtually all its coin finish, some slight oxidation on trigger guard bow. Stocks retain virtually all their oil finish w/ a few very minor nicks from handling. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are bright and shiny, no visible imperfections. A fast handling gun. 4-37709 MGM30 (8,500-12,500)

*A Y A 28 GA. SIDE LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. EX JOHN AMBER COLLECTION. SN 543042. Cal. 28 Ga. 26″ Chopper Lump Steel Bbls are stamped “AYA – Aguirre & Aranzabal – “Made in Spain” on narrow game rib w/ rolled engraving at breech end. Bbl flats have Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottom of left bbl is stamped “Canones Cromo Niquel”. The case hardened Holland and Holland style side lock hand detachable action is marked with Spanish nitro proofs, AYA logo, and SN “543042” on water table. Action features bushed strikers, articulated front trigger, and automatic safety, and is embellished w/ very well executed Spanish rose and scroll engraving w/ “AGUIRRE Y ARANZABAL EIBAR” in lozenge on bottom of action and nicely filed beads and fillets. Single beaded blued trigger guard shows a more open scroll than the action and is engraved w/ SN. Tumbler ends have inlaid gold line cocking indicators. Nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt and features fluted drop points, and 20 LPI checkering, with line border. Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -.552, right -.551. Bore restrictions: left -.010, right -.000. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight:5 lbs. Light tan Spanish leather case has leather reinforced corners and straps. Interior is lined in green cloth with leather AYA label, and contains original AYA proof certificate. This gun was lot number 1034 of John T. Amber collection as auctioned by Bourne in 1986 with copy of auction pages included. PROVENANCE: Copies of Bourne auction pages. CONDITION: Extremely fine, near new. Bbls show a few minor rub marks. Action has only the slightest bit of silvering on beads. Some rub marks on breech face. Few very minor handling marks on stocks. Bores are excellent. Action is tight and on face. Top lever slightly right of center. Ejectors are in time. Case shows a number of scuffs. Straps show wear. Handle is strong and intact. Interior is very fine w/ some very slight moth damage in the lining of the top. Label is good. This would make a great fast handling woodcock or quail gun. 4-37707 MGM1 (6,000-8,000)

*A Y A SIDE LOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS, AND CASE, FROM JOHN AMBER COLLECTION. SN 458944. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Both sets of chopper lump barrels are marked “A Y A – Aguirre & Aranzabal- Made in Spain” on plain concave top ribs w/ scroll and a gold “1” on 26″ bbls, and a “2” on 28″ bbls. Both sets have Spanish nitro proofs, AYA logo, and SN “458944” on flats. Bottoms of left bbls are stamped “Canones Cromo Niquel” and are marked w/ choke information. Case hardened H & H style action has Spanish nitro proofs and SN on water table, and features bushed strikers, hand detachable locks, automatic safety, and single selective trigger. Action and locks are engraved w/ well executed bouquet and scroll. Tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Trigger guard is engraved w/ large scroll and SN. Well marbled straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features 20 LPI checkering, fluted drop points, and gold letters “JTA” (John T. Amber) individually inlet on toe line. This gun was lot number 989 of John T. Amber collection auctioned by Bourne’s in 1986. Barrel set no. 1, 26″: Bore diameter: left -730, right -730. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.009. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.031. Weight:6 lbs 12oz. Barrel set no. 2, 28″: Bore diameter: left -727, right -728. Bore restrictions: left -.040, right -.018. Wall thickness: left -.0334, right -.034. Weight: 6 lbs.15 oz. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Tan Spanish leather case w/ leather reinforcing corners and straps has green cloth interior w/ leather AYA label. PROVENANCE: Copy of Bourne auction catalog pages. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain virtually all their original blue. Action has most of its case color w/ silvering on beads. Stocks retain most all of their oil finish w/ very few slight handling marks and scratches. Bores and chambers are bright and shiny, w/ no visible imperfections. Action is tight, bbls are on face, top lever is slightly right of center, ejectors are in time, trigger works well, all with both sets of bbls. Case is very good. Exterior shows a few minor handling marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth shows considerable moth damage. Label has some scuffs. Partitions are tight. A good solid gun made for one of the legends in the firearms field. 4-37708 MGM9 (7,000-10,000)

*CASED PAIR OF ARRIETA SIDE LOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUNS. SN 32931 and 32932. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Both guns have 27″ Chopper lump bbls. w/ Churchill ribs, and are marked “Fca. de Escopetas Arrieta – Elgoibar (Espana)” on top of right bbl. Bbl flats are marked w/ Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened actions are marked w/ SN, proofs, and Arrieta logo on water table, and feature bushed strikers, non-automatic safeties, and single triggers. They are engraved w/ stylized scroll and a pair of birds. Lock plates are marked “Arrieta y Co”. Single beaded trigger guards have scroll engraving. Tops of bbls, top levers, and forend tips are inlaid in gold w/ nos. “1” and “2” for each gun. “S” is inlaid in gold on top tangs. Nicely streaked semi-pistol grip European walnut buttstocks measure 15″ over checkered wood butts, and feature 22 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Anson release splinter forends have wood and checkering to match buttstocks. Gun number 1: Bore diameter: left -725, right -726. Bore restrictions: left -.014, right -.009. Wall thickness: left -.035, right -.030. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs 13oz. Gun number 2: Bore diameter: left -727, right -727. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.036, right -.033. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs 13oz. Leather case has brass corners with green cloth interior, and contains 2 hand detachable lock pins, 4 snap caps, and key. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain nearly all their original blue, but w/ a few abrasions, nicks, and small scratches. Actions retain most of their case color. Trigger guards, top levers, and safety retain most of their blue, but silvering on high points. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish but w/ a few marks and abrasions from use. Some screws show use. On both guns: actions are tight, bbls are on face, ejectors are in time, triggers work and bores are excellent. Case is near new w/ a few minor scuffs. Interior cloth shows some minor cuts from contact w/ actions. 4-37313 MGM33 (4,500-6,500)

*STUNNING JOHN RIGBY BEST RISING BITE SIDE LOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES. SN 17116. Cal. 450 NE. Rigby evolved this load from the old black powder express cartridge. One of the first nitro express cartridges developed. This lovely rifle built ca. 1902, has 26″ chopper lump steel barrels which have full length raised file cut rib w/ one standing, 2 folding express sight w/ gold lines, and marked for 1, 2, and 300 yards dovetailed through. Ivory bead front sight is longitudinally dovetailed into raised portion of rib. Rib extension is cut out for Rigby Bissel Rising Bite third fastener. Rib is engraved “John Rigby & Co. 72, St. James’s St. London” in large Gothic script. Tops of bbls are engraved “Special 450 Bore Big Game Rifle” and “For Special Cordite cartridges & Bullet 480 Grs.” There is a decorative band of engraving around breech ends of bbls. Bbl flats are stamped w/ London provisional and view proofs, “450 EX”, w/ Rigby double R trademark, and SN. Sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Water table is stamped w/ proofs, Rigby logo, and SN. Breech face is stamped w/ “R & B”, “Patent 1141”, and “No. 868” referring to the rising bite third fastener. Firing pin bushings are stamped “R” and “L”. Action is filed in typical Rigby fashion w/ rounded beads at bottom of action, and acanthus flutes around and over top of fences. Lock plates are of the “dipped” Rigby style. File cut and checkered non-automatic safety button has detent bolt which must be depressed before safety can be moved. Action is engraved w/ shaded openwork scroll in typical Rigby style, and “JNo. Rigby & Co” is on both lock plates. Trigger guard has scroll engraving, and terminates in trigger plate. SN is engraved on grip of extended trigger plate, in typical Rigby style. Nicely streaked European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over red “Old English” pad, and features vacant gold oval, horn grip cap, drop points, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Splinter forend fastens to bbl w/ Rigby patent lever. Forend iron has Rigby trademark, SN, and is fitted w/ Rigby’s hexagonal nut, for turning ejectors on and off. Wood and checkering match buttstock. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 10 lbs 12oz. Oak and leather case has stitched leather corners, w/ brass reinforcing on oak portions evident when case is open. Interior is lined in red cloth w/ Rigby paper label, w/ additional label cautioning to let locks down when rifle is stored. Accessories include: Round pewter oil bottle, bone striker case w/ spare strikers, and 3 front sight beads w/ slip over night sight, pair of snap caps, leather wallet w/ cleaning equipment, bushing key, 3-prong steel Berdan primer remover, and 2 Rigby marked labeled tins of Rangoon oil, and special cleaning fluid. There is also a horn striker block stamped “Rigby”. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95% original blue, silvering around muzzles, and thinning near forend, w/ small area of discoloration on rib, and a few scattered marks. Action retains 70% case color, silvering at bottom and on beads and fences. Lock plates retain 80%-90% of their case color, stronger on right lock plate. Blue on trigger guard is thin. Top lever and safety button retain most of their bright blue. Wood is crisp, and retains virtually all of its oil finish w/ a few minor handling marks. Checkering is sharp w/ a small area of compression on left side of grip. Pad is nicely fitted, and shaped. Bores are excellent, sharp rifling, bright and shiny w/ slightest hint of erosion at throats. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case leather has a few minor scuffs, straps and handle are fine. Interior cloth is good. Label has some stains, and a rub from contact w/ rifle. Accessories are good. A classic dangerous game rifle in wonderful condition. It doesn’t get much better! 4-37407 MGM65 (70,000-100,000)

*PHILIPPE GRIFNEE ENGRAVED J. RIGBY & CO. RISING BITE SIDE LOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. SN 16844. Cal. 9.3x74R. Double triggers. 26″ Steel dove-tailed shoe lump bbls have a raised file cut rib w/ extension for rising bite, and have 3 leaf (one standing, 2 folding) express sights, and a silver bead longitudinally dove-tailed front sight. The top of the right bbl is inlaid in gold w/ Gothic script “J. Rigby & Co. London.”; and “Calibre 9.3 x 74R m/m” on the left. Bbl flats are stamped w/ London nitro proof marks for the original caliber which is .350, a 1981 re-proof for 9.3x74R, SN “16844”, and the Rigby double R trade mark. Bbls also have a loop for a 1″ sling installed on bottom rib. The rising bite action has bushed strikers, double under lugs, and automatic safety. It is profusely engraved by noted engraver, Philippe Grifnee, w/ very well executed shaded open work scroll, and gold inlaid African animals, to include a head of a Kudu on the bottom, a bull elephant trotting across the savannah on the left lock plate, and a cape buffalo running on the right. “JNO. Rigby & Co” is inlaid in gold in Gothic script on both sides of the action. There are inlaid gold palm leaves on the fences and strands of raised gold scroll on the action beads. The trigger guard bow is gold inlaid w/ African tribesman shield, and the grip has SN “16844” (1902) inlaid in Gothic script. Top lever has matching scroll engraving w/ action, as does the top tang which has “safe” inlaid in gold. The nicely figured and streaked full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt and features drop points, sling button, cheek piece for right handed shooter, gold oval engraved w/ a smiling rising sun, 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders, a steel grip cap w/ relief scroll engraved border, and a gold inlaid African tribesman. The splinter forend has Rigby’s patented lever release which is inlaid in gold w/ “Rigby Patend” (sic). The forend iron has inlaid gold scroll. The checkering and wood match buttstock. Drop of heel: 2-3/8″. Drop of comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 8 lbs 14oz. Leather case w/ stitched leather corners, gilt embossed letters on cover “H.H. The Maharana of Udaipur.” Interior is maroon cloth w/ John Rigby and Co. label. Accessories include a leather wallet w/ pull through cleaner, James Dixon and Sons crystal oil bottle w/ pewter top, horn handled ejector adjustment key, 2 horn handled turn screws, horn handled steel cleaning rod, hard rubber snapping block, striker key, tin of gun oil, pair of snap caps, rifle sling, and 2 keys. PROVENANCE: Small biography of engraver Philippe Grifnee. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished. Bbls retain virtually all of a professional London black. Action retains virtually all of its coin finish. Wood has 98% of its finish w/ a few handling marks, and some dings on the right side. Checkering is sharp. Rifle is tight and on face. Screw slots are a bit wide, as is typical for Rigby screws, but show some use. Case is virtually new, minor scuff in leather. Interior partitions are tight. Accessories are mostly old, but in excellent condition. 4-35114 MGM30 (20,000-30,000)

*FINE MANTON & CO BOX LOCK DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. SN 68797. Cal. 470 Nitro Express. 26″ Chopper lump steel bbls have quarter rib, with doll’s head extension and third fastener, express rear sight w/ one standing, and 2 folding leaves and platinum lines, marked for 100, 200, and 300 yds. is dovetailed through rib. Silver front bead is longitudinally dovetailed into raised, file cut, nicely shaped base. Tops of bbls are engraved “Manton & Co. London & Calcutta” as well as “For cordite” and “470 3 1/4 case”. Bbl flats show Birmingham nitro proofs, for “470 Ex”, and “cordite 75-500 MAX”. Loop is stamped w/ SN “68797”. Sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Robust long bar Webley action has Birmingham proofs on water table and features bushed strikers, pivoting bolt third fastener, and automatic safety. Action is engraved w/ well executed shaded openwork scroll at about 80% coverage, and “Manton & Co” is on both sides. Trigger guard extends to steel grip cap, and is engraved w/ scroll and SN. “Safe” is inlaid in gold on top tang. Nicely figured full pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over Silvers type pad, and features shadow line cheek piece for right hand shooter, drop points, sling eye, vacant silver oval, steel grip cap and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Anson release splinter forend has checkering and wood to match buttstock. Drop at heel: Approx 2-3/4″. Drop at comb: Approx. 2″. Weight: 10 lbs 15 oz. Leather case has stitched leather corners, lined in maroon cloth. Accessories include Parker Hale cleaning rod, pair of snap caps, oil bottle, leather wallet w/ brushes, etc. and portion of target marked “470 Manton”, “47 m” showing 2 bullet holes an inch apart, one in the x ring. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls show virtually all of London quality re-black. There are a few areas near breech w/ pin prick pitting that didn’t polish out. Action retains 40%-50% original case color, fading to silver gray. Floor plate, top lever, and trigger guard retain virtually all of a re-blue. Stocks retain most of a professional quality rubbed oil re-finish. Checkering is slightly worn. Action is tight. Right bbl is slightly off face. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny w/ very slight frosting in throat of right barrel. Relatively new case has a few minor scuffs on exterior. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is good. Accessories are as new. A great dangerous game rifle, in the most sought after caliber. 4-37673 MGM12 (30,000-40,000)

WESTLEY RICHARDS BOX LOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE. SN 7768. Cal. 400/360 Westley Richards. 28″ Steel shoe lump bbls w/ Metford rifling are engraved “Westley Richards & Co. London” and “W.R. High Velocity Nitro Express Rifle” on sunken concave top rib. The one piece doll’s head extension and lug are engraved “.360 Bore”. The one standing, 2 folding leaf platinum lined express sight is dovetailed through a scroll engraved island soldered to bbl. Platinum bead front sight is dovetailed longitudinally into a scroll engraved ramp base. The bbl flats show Birmingham nitro proofs for 360EX and “cordite 41gr ball 314 gr MAXM”. Bottoms of bbls have provisional proofs and are stamped “W.R”, “FL”, “G Steel” and SN “7768”. Sling bow is mounted on base soldered to bottom rib. Ejectors are stamped w/ SN. Rounded box lock action is marked w/ proofs and “Deeley’s patent ejector 8688” on water table and features bushed strikers, “W. R.” third fastener, and bolted automatic safety. Action has 50% scroll engraving w/ “Westley Richards & Co” on both sides. Top of action is marked “Westley Richards Patent Ejector”. “Safe” and “Bolted” are inlaid in gold on top tang. Trigger guard extends to grip cap, and has scroll engraving and SN at grip. Nicely marbled and figured full pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 14″ over a checkered steel butt plate, and features a shadow line right hand cheek piece, sling bow, vacant silver oval, and steel grip cap. Checkering is approx 20 LPI w/ mullered borders. Splinter forend has Deeley release, horn tip, w/ checkering and wood to match buttstock. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight:8 lbs 4-1/2 oz. Included w/ rifle are 35 cases made from Norma 9.3X74R brass, and 3 targets showing good grouping w/ 3 different loads. Load data is on targets. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 90% of professional re-black w/ a few nicks and dings toward muzzles. Lettering and engraving remain sharp. Action retains 20%-30% case color, the balance turning silver. Floor plate, trigger guard, and top lever retain 40%-50% re-blue. Stocks retain most of well done rubbed oil finish w/ numerous small nicks and dings. checkering is slightly worn and dirty. Borders have been re-cut. Action is tight. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout. A solid rifle in a caliber suitable for anything on this continent and easy to load for. Load data on targets uses .358 diameter bullets. 4-37409 MGM25 (12,500-17,500)

J. PURDEY AND SONS BOX LOCK 12 BORE RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL CASE, ACCESSORIES, AND EXTRA SET OF SHOTGUN BARRELS. SN 13802. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. Rifle bbls are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House, South Audley Street, London.” on plain flat top rib w/ two folding leaf express sight dovetailed through rib, brass bead front sight. 28″ Chopper Lump steel bbls. Full length rifling is present, and described, in factory letter as: “barrels 28″ with rifled three shallow grooved for shot or ball Whitworth steel, mounts for 50 and 100 yards”. Also “Extra D Quality Barrels fitted, bored cylinder and modified.” Rifle bbl flats show Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ at .729, and are marked “Trademark D Quality”. SN “13802” (1890) is stamped on bottoms of bbls w/ Whitworth nos. “16782” and “16783” on loop. Bottom rib is engraved “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s fluid – pressed – steel.” (Whitworth steel was an extra cost option on D Quality guns.) The 30″ steel shotgun bbls are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons, Audley House, South Audley Street, London.” on flat plain game rib w/ wedge of scroll engraving at breech end. Bbl flats have early London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and are marked “Trademark D Quality”. Left bbl is stamped “choke” and SN is stamped on both bbls. Box lock action has London view and Birmingham nitro proof marks, “802”, “Trademark D Quality”, and “Anson & Deeley’s Patent 10065” on water table. Action is engraved with about 60% coverage well executed English scroll, w/ nicely filed beads around fences. “J Purdey & Sons” is engraved on both sides of action. Trigger guard has scroll and SN engraved. “Safe” is inlaid in gold in front of automatic safety button on top tang. Top lever is marked “Patent”. Nicely marbled straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered horn butt plate, and features 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders, drop points, and silver oval engraved w/ “J. H. M. from G. S. B. 1897”. Note: Lid of case is also marked “J. H. M.” Anson release splinter forend has wood and checkering to match buttstock. Barrel Set number 1 (Rifle): Bore diameter: left -731, right -734. Bore restrictions: left -.000, right -.000. Wall thickness: left -.044, right -.040. Weight:7 lbs 2 oz. Barrel Set number 2 (Shotgun): Bore diameter: left -731, right -731. Bore restrictions: left -.022, right -.000. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.031. Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz.Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Leather case has brass corners, and brass central medallion with initials “J. H. M.” embossed on lid. Interior is lined in scarlet cloth w/ James Purdey paper label, and another label with charges for breech loading gun no. 13802. Case contains 2-pc ebony cleaning rod, ebony wad rammer and hand-held roll crimper both marked “J. Purdey & Sons 12”, Davis improved no. 13 round ball mould with no. 13802 stamped on one leg, pair of 12 ga. snap caps, 3 shipping/ inventory labels dated 1960 and marked “Col. Sanford”, Extra barrels are housed in heavy leather tube case w/ carrying strap. PROVENANCE: Copy of factory email. CONDITION: Very good. Rifle bbls retain virtually all London quality re-black. Shotgun bbls retain 90% of what appears to be original blue, w/ some slight freckling, and very small area of pitting under forend tip. Action retains 10% case color in protected areas around action beads. Floor plate and top lever retain most of their re-blue. Trigger guard retains 20%-30% original blue. Buttstock retains most of its original oil finish w/ numerous marks from handling and use. Checkering is slightly worn. Forend checkering is slightly dirty w/ one fairly deep ding toward the iron. Action is tight and on face with both sets of bbls. Bores and chambers are excellent, bright and shiny on both sets of bbls. Case leather is scuffed. Handle is missing. Interior is very good. Partitions are tight. Accessories are near excellent. Mould shows some heat discoloration from use. It is interesting to note that Purdey’s produced fewer than 425 double barrel hammerless rifles of all grades between 1880 and 2000. It appears that this rifle is their answer to Holland and Holland’s Paradox. A very interesting and perhaps unique rifle. 4-37411 MGM10 (13,500-17,500)

J. D. DOUGALL LOCK-FAST HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE. SN 2601. Cal. 500 BPE. This interesting Scottish rifle has 28″ nicely figured Damascus bbls w/ 5 groove elliptical rifling. Broad flat raised rib is stippled for its entire length and engraved “J. D. Dougall. Inventor & Patentee. 59 St. James’s Street London.” A single folding express rear sight is dovetailed through the rib. Front sight is longitudinally dovetailed into front. Bbl flats show London provisional and view black powder proofs, and no. “46”, SN “2601” (1867) is stamped on the bottoms of both bbls, as well as the initials “AE”. Sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Case hardened action is stamped w/ SN, view proof, and “Patent Lock-fast” on water table. The initials “PG” are stamped in the well. Round bar action is engraved w/ very high quality scroll w/ finely filed beads around fences. Bottom of action is engraved “J. D. Dougall’s Patent Lock-fast”. Right side of Action has Dougall lever which works an eccentric hinge pin to move bbls forward so that they are free to drop and open action. This action is extremely strong w/ lock up being the result of the ends of bbls fitting around bosses at the breech, as well as, having a lug which engages in the action bar. The opening lever has a sliding lock on the right lock plate. Top tang has inset platinum line for sighting, and full coverage of fine scroll engraving. Back action, non-rebounding locks have sliding safety bolts behind the hammers w/ matching fine scroll. Stylized tall Dougall hammers have matching scroll. Trigger guard has matching scroll, SN, and extends to grip cap. Unusually figured and streaked full pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 15″ over stippled steel butt plate w/ engraved steel grip cap, and sling eye. Unusual checkering is at about 16 LPI w/ borderless rounded termination toward action, and extends around grip, and onto buttstock w/ mullered border. Forend fastens w/ side nail, and has decoratively filed and engraved steel tip, point pattern checkering, and wood to match buttstock. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 9 lbs. 1oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 90% strong Damascus pattern w/ a few areas of scattered pitting under forend, and toward breech. Action retains 80% original case color, most loss being due to some flaking on left side. Lock plates retain most of their case color, fading toward rear. Trigger guard and opening lever retain most of their blue. Butt plate retains about 30% of its blue. Fire blue is bright on safeties. Stocks retain most all of their original French polish finish w/ a few marks and abrasions, w/ fingernail size area near butt plate on right side w/ some deep marks. Checkering is sharp. Action is very tight and on face. Bores are excellent, very bright and shiny. Right bbl has some minor pits toward breech. By the sighting arrangement it’s obvious that this gun was made for fast work at close quarters, and it handles very nicely. 4-37416 MGM16 (11,500-14,500)

*W. J. JEFFERY FARQUHARSON SINGLE SHOT RIFLE WITH ARNOLD GRIEBEL ENGRAVING. SN 16425. Cal. 577 3″ Nitro. This rifle is built on what Wal Winfer in BRITISH SINGLE SHOT RIFLES, VOL. 3, describes as a Jeffery no. 4 action. He says he has only been able to obtain details on two of these actions. This particular action came from Jeffery Rifle number 16425, and was produced in 1904. Its history over the years is well documented, as it has been photographed and described in many magazine articles. It started life as a 450 3-1/4″ and has since been re-barreled a number of times. Present 25″ round barrel has one standing, 3 folding express sight, dovetailed into an elliptical block, and banded front w/ silver bead. Sling loop is soldered to bottom of bbl. Consignor states that the bbl, sights, and associated work was fitted by noted gunsmith, Alfred Gallifant, and coordinated by Paul Hodgins. It is marked “.577 – 3 Inch NE” on top at rear. Action has been beautifully engraved over its entire surface by famed engraver Arnold Griebel, and pictured in the first GUN DIGEST TREASURY, and originally under gun engraving in the 1956 GUN DIGEST. This rifle is also pictured in Jonathan Kirton’s THE BRITISH FALLING BLOCK BREECH LOADING RIFLE from 1865. Right side of the action features open flowing shaded acanthus scroll w/ relief scene of dogs worrying rabbits. Left side depicts a lion about to pounce on an antelope in jungle environment. Operating lever has gold inlaid vignette of falcon stooping onto hapless duck, flying over a marsh. Remainder of action is in-filled w/ matching acanthus scroll. This action features a safety button mounted on right side of trigger guard, which is unique as far as all writers chronicling single shot rifles are concerned. Beautifully streaked and nicely figured French walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over very fine leather covered pad, and features a very well shaped shadow line cheek piece, and approx 22 LPI borderless checkering. Buttstock also has checkered steel grip cap and sling eye. Full forend is attached to bbl w/ 2 screws, features an ebony tip, and finely executed point pattern checkering and wood to match buttstock. Drop at heel: Approx 2-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight: 11 lbs 8oz. PROVENANCE: Cover letter from consignor, copies of articles in Gun Digest, and page from Kirton. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains virtually all of its high polish rust blue. Action retains most of its blue, pleasingly silvering on high points. Stocks retain most of their oil finish, somewhat dull on buttstock. Checkering is sharp and clean. There is an area of repair through grip. Action is tight. Lever slightly loose. Bore, bright and shiny, appears test fired only. Superb big bore rifle with lots of history. 4-37711 MGM66 (20,000-30,000)

*EXQUISITE CUSTOM MINIATURE FARQUHARSON SINGLE SHOT STALKING RIFLE WITH SCOPE. SN 017. Cal. 25-35 Chadick. (Appears to be a slightly blown out standard 25-35 Winchester) 22″ Round ultralight weight tapered bbl has full length swamped rib, and is engraved “W. M. Christian Firearms Ltd” w/ unregulated single folding rear sight, and dovetailed scope bases attached to raised rear portion. Front of rib terminates in a raised sight base w/ gold bead longitudinally dovetailed. “25-35 Chadick” is inlaid in gold on rear portion of bbl. What appears to be a completely custom made Farquharson type dropping block action (consigner states action was custom made by Clayton Nelson) is case hardened, and finely engraved w/ scroll at corners, and central oval of bouquet and scroll. (Consignor states that the engraver was Tommy Kay.) “S” is engraved in gold in front of non-automatic tang safety. Trigger guard extension is engraved w/ no. “017”. Beautifully marbleized slightly figured French walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over case hardened steel heel and toe plates w/ checkered wood center, and features classically shaped shadow line right hand cheek piece, case hardened steel grip cap, and approx 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Comb is nicely sculpted as are the extended panels in front of, and behind action. Matching forend attaches to bbl w/ screw through bottom, and has a fluted ebony Alexander Henry type forend tip. Checkering matches buttstock. Scope is a Leupold 1.5 – 5X variable in QD lever release mounts. Weight: 5 lbs 4oz. Weight w/ scope: 6 lbs. Included w/ rifle is a partial box of fired and loaded cartridges. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains most of its blue, w/ slight handling marks, silvering at muzzle. Action retains most of its case color, silvering at high points and at grip. Wood shows only slight handling marks, w/ one small area of compression in checkering of forend. 3 Small cracks at top tang of action. Slight movement is evident in breech block. Bore is excellent. Scope is excellent, optics fine. 4-37841 MGM35 (6,500-9,500)

VERY RARE MacNAUGHTON TRIGGER PLATE ACTION SINGLE SHOT FALLING BLOCK 450 RIFLE WITH CASE. SN 1171. Cal. 500/450 #1. 26-3/4″ Round Steel bbl w/ Nock form is engraved “James MacNaughton, 26 Hanover St. Edinburgh.” on the top w/ one standing, one folding express sight w/ platinum lines and sighted for 100 and 300 yds. transversally dovetailed through a small block. Platinum bead front sight is longitudinally dovetailed through a block base. Left rear of bbl is stamped w/ London provisional and definitive black powder proofs and “.440”. Case hardened action is marked “MacNaughton’s patent no.127/1171” on both sides and “Patent no. 127” in filed circular flat on top of receiver ring. This is the patent use number which refers to the famous MacNaughton trigger plate patent as used in many celebrated double guns. Action is also engraved w/ fairly large shaded scroll. The floor plate is engraved w/ feather motif and SN “1171”. The lever has matching scroll engraving. The relatively plain straight grip reddish European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over a checkered horn butt plate, featuring side panels, round German silver crest plate and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Alexander Henry type forend is attached to the bbl w/ screw, w/ wood, panels, and checkering to match buttstock. This is the same rifle as is pictured and described in Jonathan Kirton’s THE BRITISH FALLING BLOCK BREECH LOADING RIFLE from 1865. This rifle has undergone complete restoration since the publication of the book. Reproduction cherry and oak case has brass hook fasteners. Interior is lined in red cloth w/ reproduction James MacNaughton paper label. CONDITION: Very fine as restored. Bbl retains 85%-90% original blue, thinning and flaking toward breech, and around muzzle. Action retains virtually all of its high quality re-case color. Stocks retain virtually all their restored finish. There are some areas of repair on right hand side of buttstock near action, and a few small chips missing near rear of bottom tang. Breech block and trigger are polished bright. Action is tight. Strong bore is shiny w/ evidence of some frosting and very light pitting at throat and muzzle. Case is near excellent w/ a few scuffs. Very scarce rifle w/ only five examples being listed in Kirton, and one of the very few actually listed in MacNaughton records. This one is identified as “Edinburgh hammerless express single rifle” and was sold in 1894 to P. Campbell of Perth. Very few of these rifles were made because of a patent dispute between MacNaughton and Alexander Henry. A piece of gunmaking history. 4-37410 MGM6 (5,500-7,500)

ALEXANDER HENRY SINGLE SHOT FALLING BLOCK EXPRESS RIFLE. SN 6097. Cal. 450-400 2-3/8 Ex. 26″ Round barrel w/ Nock form is engraved “Alex’r Henry, Edinburgh and London” on top behind rear sight, and is marked w/ Birmingham provisional and definitive proofs, and “74” on left side. Bottom under forend is marked w/ SN “6097” and “AH”. One standing, 1 folding platinum lined express rear sight is marked for 100 and 200 yards, and is dovetailed through a shaped block. Platinum bead front longitudinally dovetailed through another shaped block. Case hardened action has scroll border engraving, and is marked “Patent no. 2293” (Patent use number) in oval flat on top. Cranked right hand back action lock plate has front mounted stalking safety, and has border engraving, and “Alex’r Henry”. Nicely filed hammer has border engraving. Trigger guard is also border engraved, w/ SN at grip. Marbled European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered steel butt plate, and features horn grip cap, and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Alexander Henry style forend is fastened to bbl w/ side nail through shaped steel escutions, w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs 7oz. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 70%-80% blue turning brown. There is a small ding on left side behind rear sight. Action retains 60%-70% original case color, fading. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish w/ numerous nicks and dents, some of them fairly deep. Checkering is good w/ slight wear. Forend checkering shows many areas of compression. Thumb nail size piece of wood missing from left rear of forend. Action is tight. Lock is crisp. Alex Henry rifle bore is strong w/ light pitting. Cartridges for this rifle are easily made from 348 Winchester brass using .410 pistol bullets. 4-37417 MGM21 (6,000-8,000)

DANIEL FRASER HENRY STYLE DROPPING BLOCK SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. SN 1539. Cal. 500-450 No. 1. 27″ Ovate bbl w/ Metford rifling, has one standing, 1 folding express rear sight w/ longitudinally dovetailed high silver bead front. Top is file cut to full length except where it is engraved “Danl. Fraser & Coy. 4 Leith St. Terrace Edinburgh”. Bottom of bbl has London black powder proofs, and is stamped “.450” and w/ SN “1539” (ca 1885). Completely unadorned action has London view mark on left side. Cranked lock plate w/ rear sliding stalking safety is engraved “Dan. Fraser & Co.” Face of action under forend is stamped w/ SN and letter “A”. Trigger guard has SN on grip. Dark nicely figured European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered steel butt plate w/ sling eye and 20 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Forend is fastened w/ pin and checkered to match buttstock. CONDITION: Fine. Rifle appears to be old London quality refinish. Bbls retain virtually all of purplish brown w/ areas of wear at muzzle. Case hardened action has bright color, and shows silvering at rear of lock plate, and on trigger guard. Proof mark is very sharp. Breech block is polished bright. All screws are heat blued, and show some use. Bore is strong, sharp and shiny but w/ pitting toward breech. Lock is crisp. Safety works well. Wood shows most of oil finish w/ few minor nicks. Although this action appears identical to a Henry action, there is no indication by any markings that it is of Henry’s production. It appears to be that Fraser had an order for a hammer rifle, and this is what he came up with. Possibly one of a kind. 4-35854 MGM113 (6,500-7,500)

ALEXANDER HENRY SINGLE SHOT MINIATURE EXPRESS RIFLE. SN 6036. Cal. 360 2-1/4″ Ex. Scarce little rifle has a 25″ round barrel, engraved “A Henry. Edinburgh & London” on top, and is marked w/ SN “6036”, “AH”, and British proofs on bottom under forend. Rear one standing, 2 folding platinum lined express sight marked for 50, 150, and 200 yards is transversally dovetailed through a block. Platinum bead front sight is dovetailed longitudinally through a shaped block. Tiny action measures 1.9″ high, and is 1-1/4″ wide, and is devoid of any decorative engraving, but is marked on top “Patent no. 2280” (patent use no.). Back action, right hand non-rebounding lock is engraved “Alex’r Henry”. Nicely filed hammer is checkered at thumb piece. Plain trigger guard is engraved w/ SN. Nicely streaked, and lightly figured straight grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over plain steel butt plate. Checkering is 18 LPI w/ mullered borders. Forend attaches to bbl w/ side nail, is shaped in typical Alexander Henry style, but without flutes. Checkering and wood matches buttstock. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 4 lbs 14 oz. CONDITION: Good. Barrel retains traces of original blue, but is mostly mottled brown. Action retains traces of case color, strong under lever. Lock plate retains case color where protected by hammer. Stocks retain most of a rubbed oil finish. Checkering somewhat worn. Action is tight. Lock is crisp. Bore is good, mostly shiny, but w/ grooves dark, and somewhat pitted at throat. These scarce little rifles are a joy to carry, and the cartridge is similar in power to our 38-55. 4-37415 MGM20 (5,000-7,000)

GYE & MONCRIEFF SINGLE SHOT BREAK OPEN BIG GAME RIFLE. SN 1416. Cal. 577 3″ BPE. 28-1/4″ Octagon steel barrel has full length file cut top flat with transversally dovetailed single standing express rear sight w/ platinum triangle, stamped “Gye & Moncrieff”, and longitudinally dovetailed front sight. Top left flat is engraved “Constructed by Mess’rs Gye & Moncrieff” and “Henry’s Patent A & T 4764”. Top right flat is engraved “St. James’s Street London”. Bottom of bbl is marked w/ British black powder proofs, “26”, and SN “1416”. Sling eye is dovetailed through bottom of bbl. Case hardened Jones under lever action is engraved w/ SN and proofs on water table. Back action re-bounding side lock is engraved “Constructed by the Mess’rs Gye & Moncrieff St. James’s St. London”. It has a serpentine hammer. Trigger guard extends to grip cap, and is engraved “No. 1416”. Streaked full pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silvers type pad, and features vacant silver oval, sling eye, horn grip cap, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. Forend is fastened w/ side nail, w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. Included w/ rifle are 5 cartridges loaded w/ lead bullets, 10 pieces of Bertram 577 3″ brass, and 10 Woodleigh 650 grain BPE bullets. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains most of re-black w/ engraving washed. Bore is strong, but dark. Action retains most of well done re-color. Trigger guard is re-blued. Stock retains most of what appears to be original oil finish, w/ numerous small dents and dings. Pad is new replacement. Checkering is slightly dirty and worn. Forend checkering shows more wear. Horn forend tip has been replaced w/ piece of walnut. Action is tight, but off face at top. Lock is crisp. This scarce rifle handles quite well, and would benefit from a little TLC. 4-37918 MGM15 (3,500-5,000)

JOSEPH MANTON FLINT SINGLE RIFLE. SN 1271. Cal. 55. 27″ Swamped octagonal twist barrel has a single standing rear sight, dovetailed through top flat w/ silver front bead inset. Inset patent breech plug has gold band inlaid at rear, and gold poincon on top stamped “Joseph Manton Patent” w/ a crown. Touch hole is gold lined. SN “1271” is on both barrel and breech plug. Breech iron is engraved w/ stand of arms and scroll. Lock has water proof pan, roller frizzen, serpentine cock, and rear sliding safety bolt. Lock also has feather border engraving, and is marked “Joseph Manton, London”. Cock has line border engraving and scroll. Trigger guard has arms engraving. Trigger plate ends in stylized pineapple. Thimble is nicely filed. Forend tip is horn. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over a steel long tang butt plate. Checkering is flat topped and square w/ mullered borders. Vacant silver oval at top of wrist. Bbl mounts to stock w/ 2 side nails, through oval silver escutions. Ebony ramrod has brass tips, the rear one w/ cap over a worm. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight:6 lbs.9 oz. CONDITION: Fine, as restored. Bbl retains 95% of its nicely colored brown. Lock retains 90% case color. Trigger plate, trigger guard, and butt plate have most of their re-blue, w/ engraving washed. Stocks retain most all of an old French polish which has crazed, and looks great. There is a 3″ x 1/4″ repair to the wood of the forend along barrel channel. Rifling is strong, but bore is lightly pitted. This rifle handles beautifully, and should make a great shooter. 4-37720 MGM27 (5,000-7,000)

TATHAM LONDON SINGLE FLINT RIFLE. SN nsn. Cal. 57. 10 Groove rifling. 30″ Twist barrel has gold poincon w/ heraldic crest, at rear w/ one standing, one folding back sight, and silver bead front inset into top flat. Mahogany ramrod has brass tip, German silver end w/ worm under cap. Inset patent breech is inlaid w/ 2 gold bands at rear, and has “Tatham London” inlaid in gold on top and features a platinum lined touch hole. Breech iron is deeply engraved w/ scroll. Flint lock has water-proof gold lined pan, roller frizzen, French cock, and rear mounted sliding safety. Lock plate is engraved w/ feather border and “Tatham”. Trigger guard has stand of arms engraving w/ loop grip forged in. Trigger plate terminates in stylized pineapple. Figured European walnut stock measures 13-7/8″ over long tang steel butt plate, and features a shadow line right hand cheek piece, flat top, square checkering w/ mullered border, and a rectangular patch box w/ rounded finial, engraved w/ a stag. Patch box release is a button through top of butt plate. Bbl is fastened to stock w/ 2 side nails through silver escutions. Forend tip is steel w/ engraving. There is a vacant silver crest plate on top of wrist. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz. CONDITION: Fine. Metal parts appear to retain most of their original finish, but are covered in heavy varnish. Trigger guard retains 60% bright blue; Butt plate and patch box, 80% with some flaking. Bore is bright and shiny. Wood retains most of its oil finish w/ numerous scrapes, dents, and dings. There is an area on comb where a piece of wood has been inset, and is probably original to the rifle. 4-37721 MGM18 (2,500-4,000)

J. PURDEY SINGLE PERCUSSION PEA RIFLE WITH CASE. SN 1333. Cal. 46. This dainty little rifle has a 28″ tapered octagon twist bbl, and is engraved “J. Purdey. No. 314 1/2 Oxford Street, London.” on top flat near breech. Rear sight has one standing, and 2 folding leaves with platinum lines, marked for 60, 100, and 150 yards, and is dovetailed through top flat. Bead front sight is dovetailed through bbl with provision for sight hood. Bottom of bbl is stamped w/ SN “1333” (1827), “JP”, and London provisional and view proofs. Sling loop is on front rod pipe. Ebony ramrod w/ horn tip is marked w/ SN, w/ brass end. Breech plug is marked w/ SN on hook w/ 2 inset platinum lines, non-vented platinum “blow out”, and what appears to be original nipple. Breech iron is nicely engraved w/ shaded scroll and shell motif. Lock plate has flowing open scroll, and is engraved “Purdey”. Half cock safety bolt is mounted behind hammer, which has matching scroll. Trigger guard is of pistol grip type, w/ open scroll, and checkering at grip. SN is on rear extension. Rifle has non-adjustable set trigger. Trigger plate terminates in stylized pineapple, w/ beautifully engraved shell motif. Thimble is nicely filed w/ some engraving. Forend tip is horn. Side nail passes through silver escutions. Very nicely figured stock has double shadow line right hand cheek piece, and measures 13-3/4″ over steel butt plate w/ extended tang. Tang is engraved w/ scroll. Stock also features 18LPI flat top checkering w/ mullered borders, a sling eye, and octagonal crest plate at wrist engraved w/ 3 swords entwined w/ serpent. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 4 lbs 9 oz. Dovetailed mahogany case has brass hook closures, key lock, and inset D Ring handle in lid. Central medallion depicts three swords entwined w/ serpent. Interior is lined w/ green cloth w/ rare “Purdey 315 Oxford Street” label, which was only used for 2 years. Accessories include correct steel bodied flask, 2-pc cleaning rod, cleaning worms and jags, steel oil bottle w/ brass cap, 2 brass powder measures, Eley Brother’s cap can w/ brass top, and original key. L. Patrick Unsworth in his book, THE EARLY PURDEYS, lists this as sold on 29 November 1827 for 36 pounds, 5 shillings. It is “recorded as a small rifle, powder charge 5/8 dram.” CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 90% re-finish w/ engraving washed. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Lock and hammer are gray. Tip of hammer has been repaired. Lock and set trigger work well. 20%-30% Bright blue on trigger guard and thimble; 10% on butt plate. Stocks retain most of their original French polish, w/ numerous nicks and dings. Checkering is slightly worn. Exterior of case has been re-finished. Interior partitions are tight. Label shows foxing, and some areas rubbed through. Accessories are good. A lovely little rifle. 4-37722 MGM17 (4,000-6,000)

J. PURDEY PERCUSSION SINGLE STALKING RIFLE. SN 3150. Cal. Approx 36. 26″ Octagonal twist barrel is engraved “J. Purdey 413 1/2 Oxford Street London” on top flat near breech w/ one standing, 1 folding express rear sight w/ platinum line and folding leaf marked for 100 yards, dovetailed transversally. Front sight bead is also transversally dovetailed through front of bbl. Bottom of bbl is marked w/ SN “3150” (1838), as well as, London provisional proof and “JP”. Breech plug has platinum line at rear and non-vented platinum “blow out”. The bottom is marked w/ London view mark and rear of hook w/ SN. Ramrod pipe has sling eye. Ramrod is a bronze rod. Lock plate has well executed open scroll as does typical percussion hammer w/ dolphin head. Rear mounted sliding safety engages at half cock. Trigger guard has scroll engraving and terminates in pistol grip w/ checkering. SN is on extension. Trigger is single set. Trigger plate terminates in stylized pineapple. Thimble is nicely filed w/ some engraving. Forend tip is horn. Nicely figured curly maple stock has double shadow line cheek piece for right handed shooter, steel butt plate w/ extended tang, sling eye, and 18 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders. There’s a vacant silver crest plate at top of wrist. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain most of re-brown. Engraving on top flat washed. All case hardened parts are gray to brown. Stock retains a pleasing brownish color w/ numerous scuffs and marks. Checkering is slightly worn. Bore is worn, and needs re-cutting. Lock and trigger function well. This cute little rifle weighs 4-3/4 pounds, and is described in the Purdey records as a “small rifle.” 4-37718 MGM14 (2,000-4,000)

JOHN RIGBY PERCUSSION SINGLE SHOT TARGET RIFLE. SN 14083. Cal. 45. 32″ Round barrel w/ Rigby flats at breech end, is engraved “John Rigby & Co, Dublin & London” in gothic script on top of bbl. Rear sight is a folding ladder, graduated from 100 to 1000 yards. Front sight is knurled screw adjustable for windage, and accepts removable apertures. There is a stud at muzzle to align false muzzle, which is not present. Bottom of bbl is stamped SN “14083”(1872) w/ Rigby double R trademark. Breech plug is stamped w/ SN and has removable screw “blow out”. Lock plate is engraved “John Rigby & Co” and has border engraving, as well as, the Rigby logo at rear. Trigger guard has line engraving and SN. Nicely filed hammer has line border engraving. Breech iron extends to form a base for Vernier rear sight, which is present. Slightly figured European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over coarsely checkered steel butt plate. There is an oval silver plate inset in right side of butt which reads “Presented to North of India Rifle Association by John Rigby & Co 1873”. Stock also features drop points, horn grip cap, and forend tip. Side nail passes through steel escutions. Checkering is approx 18 LPI w/ mullered borders. CONDITION: Good. Barrel retains traces of original finish, but is mostly brown. Bore is fair w/ evidence of wear at muzzle. Lock plate and hammer show traces of case color but are mostly gray brown. Stock retains most of its original oil finish but w/ numerous nicks, dings, and scrapes. Checkering is dirty and somewhat worn. 4-37719 MGM19 (3,000-5,000)

SUBLIME J. PRATT MINIATURE PERCUSSION STALKING RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES. SN 248. Cal. 45. 26″ Octagonal Damascus barrel has multi-groove rifling, and is engraved “J. Pratt 28 Hanover Street Edinburgh” on top flat w/ nicely filed adjustable rear sight, and transversally dovetailed front. Bottom of bbl has London provisional and view proof marks, and no. “248”. Breech plug also has view mark and no. 248. It features a platinum line inlaid at rear, and plain vented platinum “blow out”. Center rod pipe has sling eye. Ebony ramrod has bulbous brass top, and brass bottom w/ worm under cap. Lock plate is engraved w/ open scroll and “J. Pratt”. Hammer has matching scroll, dolphin head, and is filed similar to Purdey style rifle hammers. Safety bolt is mounted in front of hammer. Breech iron has very finely executed shaded open scroll, w/ shell motif near hook. Trigger guard extends into a pistol grip, and is engraved w/ scroll and grip area is checkered. Trigger plate extension ends in stylized pineapple. Thimble is nicely filed, with some engraving. Forend tip is horn. Very nicely marbled Circassian walnut stock has a steel long tang butt plate w/ open scroll on tang, and a round patch box engraved w/ running roe deer. There is a sling button on toe line, and checkering is approx 20 LPI w/ mullered borders. This dainty little rifle weighs only 3-3/4 pounds, yet is of large enough caliber to be legal for deer. Quartered oak case has nicely shaped inset brass corners, a brass central medallion, brass pivoting hooks, and key lock. Interior is lined in textured leather, and has paper “J. Pratt Edinburgh” label. Accessories include William Davis improved no. 50 round ball mould, t-handled nipple key, and an ebony handled brush. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 90% of a very distinct brown showing off twist pattern quite well. Sights retain most of their fire blue. Case hardened parts are mostly gray. Traces of fire blue on trigger guard, with butt plate showing about 30%. Stock retains most of its French polish finish. There is a repair on left side of forend where side nail escution mounts. Bore is bright and shiny. Rifling is sharp. Case is fine, some lacquer on brass, few marks and scuffs in wood. Interior is complete, partitions are tight. Leather lining is good, w/ a few marks and scuffs. Label is good, w/ a few abrasions and mark from hammer screw. Accessories are good. This is a scarce Scottish rifle of very high quality. 4-37412 MGM13 (9,000-12,000)

PAIR OF JOHN MANTON PERCUSSION DUELING PISTOLS WITH ORIGINAL CASE. SN 5324 for both. Cal. 65. This fine pair of pistols have 10″ octagon bbls w/ “hair” rifling, are inlaid in gold on top flat “… Manton * London …” w/ laterally dovetailed V-notch rear sight, and inset triangular platinum bead. Case hardened breech plugs are engraved w/ decorative bands. Breech irons have stand of arms engraving. Lock plates show conversion from flint, and have feather motif border engraving w/ sliding safeties mounted behind hammers. Heavy early percussion hammers have knurled cone flash guards, and are engraved w/ coiled dragon motif. Trigger plates are charcoal blued, and terminate in stylized pineapples. Trigger guards have stand of arms engraving w/ SN “5324” (1810) at centers. Thimbles are nicely filed w/ some engraving. Walnut stocks have square flat top checkering w/ mullered borders and horn forend tips. Bbls are attached w/ side nail through oval silver escutions. Vacant octagonal silver crest plates are behind breech irons. Mahogany ramrods have brass thimbles at tips. Mahogany case w/ dovetailed corners has brass hook fasteners, ivory lined keyhole, and inset brass D-ring handle. Interior is lined in green cloth w/ John Manton paper label on lid. There are two compartments, covers of which have turned ivory handles, which contain balls and a jag. Other accessories include a rosewood, ebony and brass cleaning rod, steel oil bottle, and no. 19 round ball mold. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95% of their original brown w/ twist pattern of bbls well defined. One of the guns has thumb nail size area on left bbl flat where a small area of rust has been cleaned off. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Case hardened parts retain virtually all of their color. Blued parts retain virtually all of their blue. Silver is black. Wood has a few very minor marks and dings. Case is very fine w/ a few marks on exterior. Interior shows areas of rubbing w/ cloth cut where in contact w/ rear sights. Label is quite bright, but w/ a few areas of staining from contact w/ items in case. Accessories are fine. 4-37729 MGM70 (7,000-9,000)

WESTLEY RICHARDS FLINTLOCK GREAT COAT PISTOL. Cal. 60 smooth bore. 7-1/4″ full octagon bbl signed “Westley Richards”. The original flint nicely engraved lock is also signed “Westley Richards”. Bbl shows traces of original finish and the stock is checkered at the wrist. Pistol has an iron swivel mounted ramrod. There are traces of the original blueing on the iron hardware. Westley Richards was located in London at 23 Conduit Street after 1812. PROVENANCE: Dr.Frank Miller Estate Coll. CONDITION: Pistol is in fine original condition throughout with minor bruising to the rear of the ramrod entrance ferrule. 4-35742 RGG35 (1,000-2,000)

*LARGE LOT OF EPHEMERA RELATING TO THE GANGSTERS THOMAS “YONNI” LICAVOLI AND FRANK CAMMARATA INCLUDING TWO COLT HANDGUNS. 1) Colt Model 1911 Semi-Auto Military Pistol. Cal. 45 ACP. SN 488365. Standard government model issue 1911 completely original in all respects with checkered walnut diamond grips. 2) Colt New Model Army & Navy DA Revolver. Cal. 38 Colt. SN 3530. Early Colt DA with 6″ bbl and last patent date March 5, 95. Mounted with smooth walnut grips. The sling swivel stud and any markings have been removed from butt strap. These two handguns were confiscated from Licavoli & Cammarata when they were arrested for illegal possession of handguns in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Cammarata was Licavoli’s brother-in-law and both were members of the Detroit “Purple Gang”. These two criminals began their career in the St. Louis area with Licavoli coming from Sicily as a child and settling in St. Louis and Cammarata came to America illegally just after WWI and wound up in St. Louis. They were members of the “Hammerhead” gang as young men that evolved from simple muggins & robbery into bank robbery and other more serious crimes. In the mid 1920’s Licavoli & Cammarata left St. Louis for Detroit to get into the rum running business which was, at that time in Detroit, controlled by the Purple Gang, which had been organized in that area around 1918. On Sept. 8, 1927 Licavoli & Cammarata had just returned from a trip to St. Louis and had crossed into Windsor, Ontario when a call came to the Ontario Provincial Police Headquarters that a party at a roadhouse was very disorderly and roughing the place up and that some of the men were armed. Constable Rowe and Constable Oliver went to the roadhouse only to learn that the party had left. They obtained a description of their vehicle and after searching Windsor found the car at the Prince Edward Hotel in Windosr. They obtained the services of two Windsor detectives, McNab & Campbell and simultaneously forcibly entered the two hotel rooms occupied by the two men. Licavoli had the 1911, fully loaded, under his pillow and Cammarata, although unarmed at that moment, was found to have the loaded revolver in his car. For this offense both were sentenced to three years in prison. Upon their release Cammarata was picked up by police and returned to Detroit where he was convicted of bank robbery and sentenced to 15-30 years in prison. While he was in jail things had heated up in Detroit so Licavoli, with a brother & a cousin, headed to Toledo, Ohio where they became the leaders of a very serious and notorious criminal gang. Licavoli organized a gang of forty or so like-minded criminals who tried to take over the liquor and numbers racket in the Toledo area, in the process killing several competitors along with some innocent bystanders. On July 7, 1933 Licavoli’s gang killed Jackie Kennedy, the leader of the rival gang which was the beginning of the end for the Licavoli gang. Several members of the Licavoli gang were arrested and tried for first degree murder including Licavoli himself and in 1934 he was sentenced to life imprisonment. In 1936, after six years in prison, Cammarata was released and ordered to be deported but before the deportation order could be executed he ran away to Cuba. In 1958, Cammarata was arrested by the Cubans for illegally entering the country and in 1959, when Castro came to power, he released him. However, in 1960 Castro changed his mind and decided to deport him. At that time Cammarata was operating a bar in Havana and suddenly disappeared. Cuban officials searched for him and decided that he had left the country, only to learn in 1965 that he had not and had just then died from a heart attack. Licavoli, while in prison, was leading the life of luxury such as one could in prison, with special foods and privileges, entertaining unauthorized guests and making phone calls. In the early 1940’s it was learned that Licavoli had copyrighted 35 songs from behind bars and that some of them had reached the top of the charts. A few of his famous songs were “Alone With My Tears”, “When I Come Home Again”, “I’m Sticking Around”, “I’ll Be With You in the Spring”, with his two biggest hits being “Olga from the Volga” and the immensely popular “Anything Goes”. All the time Licavoli, his family & minions, were continuously trying to get his sentence commuted, a pardon, or anything to get him released. Finally after 37 years in jail, on Jan. 6, 1972, he was paroled. After his parole he opened a shop for rare stamps, coins & antiques, an interest he had developed while in prison. He died at age 70 in 1973 and is buried in Detroit. These handguns were the property of two young men who became notorious through the roaring 20’s and into the prohibition era of the 1930’s and, although never convicted, were suspected of and investigated for killing numerous rivals throughout their career. After these two handguns were confiscated by the Ontario Provincial Police they became the property of the Attorney General’s Office of Ontario Province and much later were given to Mr. William B. Common, QC, who was at that time a member of the Attorney General’s Office. He kept them in his collection for a number of years before selling them to Keith M. Hunter of Orangeville, Ontario, Canada. Mr. Hunter compiled this large volume of information about Licavoli & Cammarata including innumerable newspaper articles, copies of official documents, magazine articles and photographs, even an article from the May 2, 1969 Life magazine in preparation for writing a book. Mr. Common furnished a signed receipt for these two handguns, identified by serial number. Also included is a 5-page letter from Inspector Sidney Oliver (retired) who led the raid that captured Licavoli & Cammarata. There are even numerous authentic photographs of the Purple Gang, most of whom are identified. There are also photographs of labor agitators from 1939, one of which includes James Hoffa. Included also is a photograph of the crew of a schooner suspected of rum running which was sunk in the Gulf of Mexico, a photograph of policeman arresting an agitator and of two women in 1930’s clothing entitled “Knockout Drops”. Includes orig signed letter from FBI Director J.Edgar Hoover on Agency letterhead. PROVENANCE: William B. Common, QC; Keith M. Hunter. CONDITION: 1) Colt 1911. Good to very good. Overall retains a silver/brown patina with blue in sheltered areas showing lots of handling & use. Grips show heavy wear with several chipped diamonds. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 2) Colt DA Revolver. Good to very good. Overall retains a silver brown patina with blue in sheltered areas. Grips show hard wear with a chip in the left side. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with a couple of spots of pitting. Ephemera is all fine with some of the copies of old official documents beginning to fade and are nearly illegible, otherwise all material is very fine. 4-37651 JR341 (10,000-15,000)

*RARE CASED FACTORY ENGRAVED PRESENTATION COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN C144175. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish with 5” bbl & matching numbered slide. This rare pistol has full coverage factory engraving by Wilbur Glahn with his well executed foliate & floral intertwined arabesque patterns over the top & both sides of the slide, both sides of the frame, bottom edge of the grip safety, front strap, trigger bow, bottom front of slide & bottom of frame. Thumb safety & slide lock are also engraved, as is bbl bushing. Fitted with spectacular, smooth ivory grips with a gold engraved seal of the State of Virginia on the left side & a gold engraved seal of the State of Connecticut on the right side with Latin motto of the State of Connecticut in a ribbon scrimshawed into the grip. It has its orig 2-tone, unmarked magazine. Accompanied by its orig black leatherette, blue velvet lined Colt casing with a 4-1/2” x 2-3/8” silver plate in top, which is inscribed, “PRESENTED TO / GOVERNOR E. LEE TRINKLE / OF VIRGINIA / BY / GOVERNOR JOHN H. TRUMBULL / OF CONNECTICUT / IN COMMEMORATION / OF THE / 150TH. ANNIVERSARY OF THE / 2ND COMPANY GOVERNOR’S FOOT GUARD / MAY 18-19 1925 / 1775-1925”. Also accompanied by a Colt Factory letter fully identifying this pistol with ivory grips & gold plates with their inscriptions, factory engraved & shipped to “GOVERNOR JOHN H. TRUMBULL” on June 26, 1925, factory order 10134 in a shipment of one gun. Also accompanied by a short history of the 2nd Company Governor’s Foot Guard. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching, probably unfired. Retains virtually all of its brilliant orig. factory charcoal/blue finish with very slight wear on bbl & hammer face. Grips are very beautiful & maintain a fine mellow ivory patina. Magazine may have been loaded but retains virtually all of its orig. factory finish. Case has a ding in lid with a few nicks & scratches & has one slightly loose hinge with some fabric loss over that area. Interior is moderately faded in bottom with some light soiling. A truly magnificent set & absolutely one of a kind. 4-38009 JR267 (60,000-80,000)

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CASED FACTORY ENGRAVED WITH GOLD INLAY PRESENTATION COLT OFFICIAL POLICE DA REVOLVER. SN 575888. Cal. 38 Colt. Extraordinary Colt revolver believed to be the only one of its type with gold inlay. It has a 6″ bbl with factory altered integral front site that has a serrated rear edge and platinum square bead inlay on the rear face. It has the standard two line address on top with the model and caliber on the left side. Top strap is grooved for rear sight and it is mounted with checkered Colt gold medallion factory ivory grips. Front & back straps and trigger are nicely hand checkered. This revolver is beautifully engraved by Wilbur Glahn in Class “C” coverage, the highest class of coverage available at that time. The frame has nearly full coverage fine foliate arabesque patterns with Mr. Glahn’s trademark v-shaped device just above the left front web of the trigger guard. The side plate on the left side is inlaid in gold “N.R. WEBSTER / COMM. of POLICE / Los Angeles”. The inscription is surrounded by gold wire inlay incorporated within the arabesque scrolls. There is also a vine and leaf pattern inlaid in gold above the inscription. Right side of the frame is also inlaid in gold in matching arabesque patterns. Trigger and hammer are gold plated. Engraving is fully over the top straps and up the side of the barrels nearly to the muzzle, with gold wire on each side of the barrel address and above & below the caliber marking. Top of the backstrap is engraved with a beautiful flower blossom surround by foliate arabesque patterns & it has feather patterns on each side of the hammer slot. Butt strap and trigger bow are engraved to match. Bottom front of the frame is engraved in a sunburst foliate pattern. Accompanied by its original brown leatherette covered, purple velvet lined casing, recessed in the bottom for the revolver, a twisted wire handled bristle brush, a tiny turn screw and a covered compartment in the left front containing an empty box for Winchester 38 long Colt cartridges. Box has a red label with black lettering & a line drawing of a cartridge. Also accompanied by a large binder of information relating to this revolver, including a Colt Factory letter fully identifying this revolver, as found, in cal. .38 Colt, 6″ bbl, blue finish with ivory stocks, factory engraved w/ the inscription as found, with checkered straps & shipped to W. M. H. Hoegee Co. Los Angeles, CA. February 16, 1931 in a one gun shipment to Colt Factory order #19351. This revolver has been featured in numerous publications incl. pp. 290 & 316 of The Colt Engraving Book, Wilson; pp 472, The Colt Engraving Book, Vol. 1, Wilson; pp 548, The Colt Engraving Book, Vol. 2, Wilson; pp 372, Colt Engraving, Wilson; pp 215, Colt An American Legend, Wilson; pp 215, Colt Heritage, Wilson; pp 84, Colt/ Christie’s Rare and Historic Firearms. Nathaniel Rodney Webster (1878-1943) was the part owner of a meat packing company in Los Angeles and in 1925 became the Commissioner of Police for Los Angeles. In 1928 he was forced to resign over a scandal involving awarding beef contracts for the city to his own company. As of this writing it is not known if, in fact, Mr. Webster was ever tried for this misdemeanor. This revolver is one of the most significant Colt double actions to come to market in recent memory, being the only one of its type. PROVENANCE: Jerry Berger Collection; David S. Woloch Collection; Christie’s Firearms Auction Lot 57, Oct. 7, 1981 CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, remains new & unfired. Overall it retains 99% plus strong original factory blue w/ only faint muzzle & sharp edge wear. Hammer & trigger retain all of their original gold plating. Ejector rod head retains about all of its original case colors, a feature rarely ever found. Grips are sound w/ a few age lines on the bottom edges and retain a wonderful golden mellow patina. Mechanics were not checked, brilliant shiny bore. Case covering is crackled w/ nicks and scratches and retains a dark brown finish with a small scrape in the lid. Interior is original, crisp & bright with minor wear from the sights & hammer spur. Cartridge box is sound w/ faded label that has lightly chipped edges. A truly magnificent & original set suitable for the most discerning collector or museum. 4-38011 JR266 (50,000-70,000)

*EXTRAORDINARY FACTORY-ENGRAVED PRESENTATION EXHIBITION QUALITY COLT SHOOTING MASTER DA REVOLVER. SN 328185. Cal. 38 Spcl. Extraordinary presentation revolver w/blue finish, 6″ tapered rnd bbl, adjustable front & rear sights and mounted w/silver medallion, factory ivory grips w/relief-carved bull’s head on the right side. Front strap, back strap and trigger are beautifully checkered. This revolver has exceptional, nearly full coverage, far beyond normal “D” coverage engraving, consisting of foliate, floral and vine patterns w/extremely fine punch dot background, probably from the hand of Colt Master Engraver Wilbur Glahn. Left side plate is inscribed as part of the engraving patterns “EJL” over a small panel inscribed “FROM FITZ” mounted w/Colt medallion carved ivory grips. This exact revolver is pictured on page 587 of The Colt Engraving Book, Volume Two, Wilson. Accompanied by an orig hinged-lid dark burgundy box marked on the top, in stylized lettering, “COLT” over “Shooting Master”. Interior has the same markings w/the addition of “Caliber .38 Special”. It also has the serial number of another revolver, #338567 inside the lid and in the bottom. Also accompanied by a binder of information regarding this revolver including a Colt factory letter fully identifying this revolver in cal. 38 spcl., 6″ bbl, blue finish, type of stock is not listed, factory engraved and shipped to J.H. Fitzgerald at the Colt Patent Firearms Mfg. Co., Hartford, CT on April 27, 1931 in a shipment of two same type firearms. Bottom of the letter has a “note” which states that the inscription on the left side is as found. It also states that special work was performed on order #19226/2. And further that “Mr. Fitzgerald was a well known Colt employee and ballistic expert during this period. The initials “EJL” are the initials of E. J. Langrish who was a Captain with the Hartford Police Department in the 1930’s. Capt. Langrish is the police officer depicted, in uniform, demonstrating correct shooting position and grip in the Colt “Shooting Guide” that was placed in all factory handgun boxes during that time period. Capt. Langrish is also credited w/the invention of a “limbless” silhouette target. Mr. Fitzgerald was a Colt employee of considerable renown as a ballistics expert and target shooter. He worked extensively w/law enforcement agencies in developing new firearms more suitable to their needs and regularly attended Camp Perry National matches where he performed fine, custom work for the handgun participants. He is also credited w/the adaptation of revolvers and semi-autos to “Fitz Specials” wherein he bobbed the hammers on revolvers and cut away the fronts of the trigger guards for ease of access, in addition to honing the actions for smooth operation. “Fitz Specials” are a desirable and sought-after collector’s item today. Mr. R. L. Wilson, noted Colt authority, historian and author has estimated that there were less than 10 factory-engraved Shooting Master revolvers ever made and that probably about a handful are all that survive today. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, has been fired but very little. Overall retains about 99% strong bright orig factory blue w/only the most faint muzzle and sharp edge wear. Grips, while probably not orig to this revolver, are sound showing no wear and retain a wonderful mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are crisp and smooth. Brilliant shiny bore. Box is extremely fine w/only 2 or 3 small chips in the finish and a couple of small tears and wear in the bottom. 4-38008 JR264 (50,000-70,000)

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DA REVOLVER THAT BELONGED TO HALL OF FAME TRAP SHOOTER RUDY ETCHEN. SN 457447. Cal. 38 Spcl. Beautiful and extremely rare, believed to be one of only two pre-WWII factory engraved Detective Specials. It has blue finish w/2″ rnd bbl, integral half moon front sight and notch in the top strap rear sight. Is mounted w/2-pc silver medallion factory pearl grips. The frame, bbl and cyl are very nicely engraved by Wilbur Glahn in about “B” coverage, consisting of foliate arabesque patterns w/fine punch dot background. Back strap is engraved in another hand “RUDY ETCHEN” which appears to be the work of Wolf & Klar of Ft. Worth, TX. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter fully identifying this revolver, as found, in .38 cal. w/2″ bbl, blue finish, pearl stocks, factory engraved grade “B” and shipped to Abercrombie & Fitch Co., New York, NY on July 17, 1939 in a one-gun shipment, on factory order 8519. This revolver is pictured in The Book of Colt Engraving, Wilson on page 415. Also accompanying is a large packet of numerous magazine articles about Mr. Etchen’s shooting prowess in the trap shooting field that stretched from the 1930’s well into the 21st century. It also details his induction into the Trap Shooting Hall of Fame. Overall, he won 31 Grand American trophies. Mr. Etchen was a Naval aviator throughout WWII from 1941 until his discharge in 1946. Also accompanying are three hand-written letters from Mr. Etchen, two post-marked 1987 and one 1988 wherein he acknowledges ownership of this revolver. One of the letters to Mr. Tom Burns he states that this revolver was given to him by Ad & Plinky Topperwein, the world-famous Winchester shooting team, when he won his fourth North American Trap Shooting championship. In a note to Mr. Michael McHugh, he states that the Topperweins had the back strap engraving added in San Antonio. Also in the McHugh note, he states that when it was given to him it was in a Birdseye maple custom-made case lined w/blue velvet. In all three letters he reiterates that he regrets selling it in 1941 as he was leaving for the war zone, not expecting to return. Also accompanying are two of Mr. Etchen’s business cards and a bi-fold pamphlet from Winchester/Western advertising the Topperweins. The McHugh letter also contains a color photograph of Mr. Etchen w/an over/under shotgun on his arm and his bird dog in his baby blue 1957 Thunderbird. Additionally accompanied by a Colt dark burgundy hinged-lid box w/o labels. PROVENANCE: Ad & Plinky Topperwein; Rudy Etchen; David Buehn Collection; Tom Burns Collection; Micheal McHugh Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine. Overall retains 99% strong orig factory blue w/only faint muzzle and sharp edge wear. It may or may not have been fired since leaving the factory. Grips are also exceptionally fine w/great fire and color. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant shiny bore. Box is tattered w/broken edges and tape but appears to be complete. 4-38010 JR263 (12,500-17,500)

*RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1908 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 96685. Cal. 380 ACP. Blue finish with 3-3/4″ bbl and factory silver medallion pearl grips. Engraving consists of about 20% coverage foliate arabesque patterns with shaded background on frame & slide, probably from the shop of Wilbur Glahn. Both sides of frame around top edge of grip, thumb safety, toe of front strap and grip safety are all engraved with foliate arabesque patterns and there is a distinctive Glahn “V” at rear of frame. Slide has matching foliate arabesque patterns on both sides & top with a small pattern at rear end. Slide markings have a vine & leaf pattern on each side around the markings. Accompanied by its orig hinged lid dark maroon box with blue & white end label on bottom end and a black & white “HAMMERLESS” label on top edge. Inside box has two (one early & one late) owner’s pamphlets, a special instructions pamphlet, a shooting suggestions pamphlet and a proper ammunition pamphlet. Pistol has one orig 2-tone magazine with correct base plate markings. Additionally accompanied by a Colt Factory letter fully identifying this pistol as found with blue finish, pearl stocks and “Level 3” engraving. It was shipped to Murta Appleton & Co., Philadelphia, PA on March 24, 1927 to Order No. 12066-3 in a shipment of two identical firearms at a cost of the astronomical sum for that day of $180.00. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. May have been fired but if so, very little. Slide is matching numbered to frame. Overall retains virtually all of its orig factory finish with only one spot of very slight sharp edge wear on each side at muzzle. Grips are fantastic with tremendous fire & color. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Box shows moderate to heavy edge wear but is completely intact. Labels are equally fine. 4-36280 JR77 (15,000-20,000)

*COLT CUSTOM SHOP GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN ELCEN3700. Cal. 38 Super. Fine Government Model with 5″ bbl, 3-dot fixed sights and silver Colt medallion faux pearl grips. Accompanied by its orig 2-pc blue box, two orig high polish stainless steel magazines, owner’s manual and other papers, along with a Colt trigger lock. CONDITION: Appears to be new & unfired retaining virtually all of its fine factory polish. Grips are extremely fine, crisp mechanics, brilliant bore. 4-36373 JR117 (1,250-1,750)

*2ND MODEL PRE-WAR COLT WOODSMAN SPORT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 106429. Cal. 22 LR. Blue finish with 4-1/2″ rnd bbl, integral serrated front sight and adjustable rear sight. It has full checkered walnut grips and is accompanied by one 2-tone orig magazine. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains about 98% strong orig factory blue with only light muzzle edge wear and extremely minor faint, sharp edge wear. Grips are sound showing light to moderate diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Magazine is equally crisp with bright white & strong blue. 4-37985 JR219 (900-1,200)

*COLT 2ND MODEL PRE-WAR WOODSMAN SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 114511. Cal. 22 LR. Blue finish with 6-5/8″ tapered rnd bbl, adjustable front & rear sights and full checkered walnut grips. Accompanied by one orig 2-tone magazine with hand applied matching serial number. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 97-98% strong orig Colt factory blue with very slight muzzle & sharp edge wear and one small thin spot on left side of bbl. Grips are extremely fine showing very light diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Magazine is equally crisp with bright white top and strong blue bottom. 4-37984 JR218 (900-1,200)

*SCARCE COLT CAMP PERRY SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL. SN 1092. Cal. 22. Blue finish with 10″ tapered rnd bbl, standard adjustable front & rear sights with checkered Colt medallion walnut grips numbered to this pistol. This model was produced only from 1920 thru 1941 with the majority of production 1926 forward and only 2,488 were ever made. This particular pistol was produced in 1928. All features found on this pistol are standard. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching including grips, possibly unfired. Retains virtually all of its fine orig Colt charcoal blue with only a couple of minor scratches on sides of frame and a few tiny pin pricks of surface rust. Grips have a couple of minor chipped diamonds, otherwise are extremely fine. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-36289 JR19 (2,500-4,000)

*COLT NEW SERVICE DA REVOLVER. SN 330207. Cal. 45 Colt. Blue finish with 7-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl, full front sight with groove sight in top strap. Fitted with silver medallion checkered walnut grips and has a lanyard stud & ring in butt strap. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Retains approx. 98% strong orig Colt blue with slight muzzle edge wear and a small chemical spot on the bbl. Back strap is slightly thinned. Frame is crisp & clean with only slight sharp edge wear. Left grip has a chipped toe, otherwise grips show very light wear. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore. 4-37929 JR186 (1,500-2,500)

*COLT STAINLESS STEEL PYTHON DA REVOLVER. SN T64087. Cal. 357 Mag. Fine double action revolver with 4″ vent rib bbl, red ramp & white outline adjustable sights with gold Colt medallion Pachmayr grips. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains most of its strong orig bright polish showing only light use. 4-37863 JR198 (750-1,250)

*COLT POCKET POSITIVE WITH NICKEL FINISH AND PEARL GRIPS. SN 147918. Cal 32. 2-1/2″ bbl, with half moon front sight. Left side of bbl marked “POCKET POSITIVE 32 POLICE CTG.” Top of bbl is marked “COLT’S PT.F.A.MFG.CO.HARTFORD CT.U.S.A./PAT’D AUG 5, 1884. JULY 4 1905. OCT.5,1926.” Top of receiver is cut with a troth and pinched at rear portion to form rear sight. Left side plate has the Colt logo ‘Rampant Colt’. Six-shot cylinder with hand ejection, mounted with factory pearl grips. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Metal retains nearly all of its factory orig nickel finish, with a few minor nicks & scrapes. Peal grips are extremely fine with a minor yellow discoloration on lower portion of each grip. Both dbl & single action function properly with tightly locked cylinder. Bore is bright and shiny as gun appears to be test fired only. 4-37998 BDT239 (400-700)

*RARE SMITH & WESSON PRE-WAR REGISTERED MAGNUM DA REVOLVER. SN 54570. Cal. 357 Magnum. Blue finish with scarce 6″ bbl that has integral rib with McGivern gold bead on partridge front sight with fully adjustable rear sight. Rib & top strap are beautifully checkered. Hammer has a fine checkered spur with serrated sides and it is mounted with orig, matching numbered, silver medallion, diamond checkered, magna walnut grips. It has usual markings with a large S&W trademark on sideplate and registration number “3517” on the frame under the yoke. Accompanied by its orig gold & purple 2-pc cardboard box with a small piece of paper glued to bottom which bears the matching serial number & registration number. Inside the box is Chinese red with dual language instructions in the lid along with a 3-language small pamphlet in bottom. These revolvers were made only in the period 1935-1938 with only about 5,500 pieces produced in that time frame with certificates and the number stamped in the frame. These revolvers were all hand built on special order and the certification was stopped only when orders exceeded production capability. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including grips & box. Appears to be unfired retaining about 98% strong orig factory blue with only slight muzzle & sharp edge wear and a light cylinder drag line. Hammer & trigger retain most of their orig case colors. Grips are crisp with only very faint diamond point wear and retain about all of their orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Box shows edge wear with some fading but is completely intact & sound. Interior is bright. 4-38022 JR282 (5,000-8,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Additional Information: This is not a double action revolver, but a very rare Single Action trophy revolver.

*RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 14-2 DA TROPHY REVOLVER. SN K495346. Cal. 38 Spcl. Blue finish with 6″ bbl, integral wide rib, thick partridge front sight on a ramp with fully adjustable rear sight. It has case colored target trigger & hammer and is mounted with silver medallion, smooth, highly figured, magnum wood grips. Sideplate on right is engraved “SMITH & WESSON / TROPHY / National Mid Winter Championships / TAMPA, FLA. 1963”. This fine revolver has high polish royal blue finish not usually found on standard revolvers. Accompanied by a Smith & Wesson factory historian letter fully identifying this revolver as having been shipped March 1963 “for presentation as a trophy gun at the National Mid-Winter Championships held in Tampa, Florida”. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Overall retains virtually all of its extraordinary factory finish with only miniscule nicks on rib at muzzle. Grips are equally new. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore. 4-37913 JR222 (800-1,200)

*SMITH & WESSON PRE-MODEL 27 DA REVOLVER. SN S132823. Cal. 357 Magnum. Blue finish with 6″ bbl, that has integral rib and partridge sight on a ramp with full matted rib, top of receiver & top strap and full adjustable rear sight. Built on a 5-screw frame, it has standard trigger & hammer with diamond checkered silver medallion magna grips numbered to this revolver. These “S” frame Smiths, the predecessor to the famous Magnum “N” frames are considered to have been some of Smith & Wesson’s finest modern revolvers. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 96-98% glossy orig Smith & Wesson blue with light muzzle & sharp edge wear. Grips are crisp showing extremely light wear and retain about all of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-37866 JR199 (800-1,500)

*ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 60 DA REVOLVER. SN R71504. Cal. 38 Spcl. Stainless steel with stainless plated hammer & trigger, 2″ bbl with fixed sights and faux ivory grips. Engraved with about 60% coverage with fine sweeping foliate arabesque patterns and a stippled background. Cylinder is engraved with matching patterns on lands between the flutes. Back strap & trigger bow are alwo engraved to match. Right sideplate is engraved with a very nicely detailed eagle’s head. Top shoulder of back strap, behind hammer, is hand engraved “ENG. BLEILE”. Mounted with silver Smith & Wesson medallion faux ivory grips. Accompanied by what is probably its orig 2-pc Bangor-Punta blue & silver box although it is unnumbered. CONDITION: Extremely fine, has been fired but very little. Retains about all of its orig factory finish. Grips are fine, mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Box is fine. 4-36366 JR115 (500-1,000)

*SCARCE KORTH SPORT MODEL DA REVOLVER. SN 745. Cal. 38 Special. Blue finish with 4″ round bbl, ramp front side with grooved top strap rear sight similar to model 10 S&W revolvers. It is dbl action/single action of fabled German quality and mounted with python style checkered two-piece walnut grips. Cylinder latch is effected by pulling the cylinder pin forward which withdraws the locking pin from the frame allowing the cylinder to swing to the left. These wonderful revolvers are renowned for their quality, glass smooth action and superb accuracy. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Overall retains 96-97% strong glossy original factory blue with slight muzzle and sharp edge wear. Back strap is slightly freckled, grips are crisp, action is crisp. Brilliant shiny bore. 4-38029 JR278 (1,500-2,500)

*BOXED RARE VARIANT INVISIBLE DEFENDER PALM PISTOL BY C.S. SHATTUCK ARMS. SN 46. Cal. 22. Nickel finish with 1-1/4″ 4-shot bbl cluster built with nickel plated brass frame and the firing mechanism an unusual squeezer panel in the bottom of the grip. Left side of bbl cluster is marked “INVISIBLE / DEFENDER” and the bbl latch is a spring loaded panel in top of frame that releases the bbl cluster to tip forward when rear edge is depressed. It has a rotating firing pin built into the frame, a feature which was subsequently employed in the Mossberg Brownie. O.F. Mossberg was an employee of Shattuck prior to forming his own company. This little pistol, according to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms was produced by Shattuck Arms in period 1907-1915. Accompanied by its orig burgundy, leatherette covered box with white silk lining in lid and burgundy lining in bottom with a recess for the pistol. Flats on the bottom of the box, by the grip area, have four elastic retainers, apparently for cartridges. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains 93-95% strong orig nickel with some flaking around edges of grip. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bores. Box is good, missing one end of bottom, showing moderate to heavy wear around edges with an open right rear corner on both lid & bottom. White silk lining on interior is separated at hinge, showing light soil. Bottom is lightly faded with very light soil and elastic bands collapsed. Altogether an extremely rare & original boxed item. 4-37701 JR153 (3,000-5,000)

*LENOVO HAMMERLESS FOLDING TRIGGER REVOLVER. SN 764. Cal. 25 CF rimmed. Blue finish with 1-3/16″ ovoid shaped bbl, tiny dovetailed half moon front sight with silver metal repoussed folding grip marked on left side “LENOVO” and the date “1905” on right side. It has a tiny scooped-flute 5-shot cylinder with a silver inlaid oval on lands between each flute. Bbl has an inlaid silver wire on each side and on top the flat between front sight & frame. It has a folding trigger and left side of the frame is marked “D.D. OURY”. Hammer screw is battered. CONDITION: Fine, all matching. Overall retains a smooth even blue/brown patina on the bbl & cylinder with blue in sheltered areas. Frame also retains a blue/brown patina with extremely fine pin prick pitting. Grip is extremely fine. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-37702 JR149 (2,500-4,000)

*OUTSTANDING FIRST YEAR OF POST WAR PRODUCTION RENAISSANCE MODEL BROWNING HI-POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 71493. Cal. 9mm. Made in 1954, the first year FN resumed production of these fine pistols. It has soft luster nickel finish with about 95% coverage fine hand-cut foliate arabesque patterns in a deep chiseled fashion, probably by master engraver Felix Funken. Slide has fixed sights with ring hammer, concealed extractor, vertical slide serrations and it has a gold trigger. Mounted with factory faux pearl grips. Few of these early Renaissance models were imported into the United States. The Browning Historian confirms the gun’s configuration as found. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Appears to be unfired from the factory. Retaining virtually all of its pristine factory finish. Grips are equally new. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38028 JR275 (5,000-8,000)

*RARE PRESENTATION CASED FN/BROWNING MODEL 1900 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 522408. Cal. 7.65mm (32 ACP) Blue finish with 4″ bbl, fixed sights and FN embossed hard rubber grips. It has usual slide markings on the left side with Browning’s patent on the left side of the frame. Accompanied by its original black leatherette covered, olive colored silk and velvet lined casing, French fitted in the bottom for the pistol. In the left front corner of the bottom it has a spare magazine in a recess with a screwdriver tool & steel cleaning rod in cloth retainers. Inside the lid is embossed in gold with the company’s name and address. This pistol is but another example of the Browning genius. In 1898, John Browning was approached by one of the managers of FN while visiting Winchester to discuss production. He gave FN a working bench model of what became the model 1899 pistol which had modest success with about 10,000 being produced 1899-1901. The Belgium military purchased a few of the models 1899 but requested improvements which led to the model 1900 which became the first semi-automatic pistol ever adopted by a national military. The model 1900 had great success which prevented the FN from going bankrupt. According to Randy Bessler, noted hand gun dealer, only a very few of these little pistols were factory presentation cased. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, probably unfired. Overall retains virtually all of its original factory dark blue with only the most faint sharp edge wear. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case shows its hundred years of storage and handling with worn edges and a couple of spots of minor loss. Interior is lightly soiled and faded with some minor wear in the lid. 4-38065 JR274 (3,000-5,000)

*SIG 210-1 DELUXE, CASED WITH CONVERSION KIT. SN P304160. Cal. 9 mm / 22. 4-1/2″ bbl. This cased SIG Neuhausen Luxus Grade is the highest grade Model 210 obtainable. Pistol is fully engraved with gold leaf and carved wooden grips. Also included in the case is 22 conversion kit that is matching in fit, finish and engraving to this pistol. Also included in the case is a wooden-handled brass cleaning rod, a brass oil bottle, a matching wooden-handled screwdriver, a matching wooden-handled dust brush, and a small accessory container built within that contains a disassembly tool and the keys to the case. CONDITION: Pistol shows new / unfired in case, retaining 99%+ of the orig finish, with all accessories showing the same and a minor patina on the brass. Wooden grips show no use with sharp checkering and relief engraving. Case shows near-excellent with just a couple of minor marks on the exterior. 4-37294 BK56 (5,000-8,000)

*SIG (NEUHAUSEN) MODEL 210 DELUXE PISTOL WITH CASE. SN P 70127. Cal. 7.65. 4-3/4″ bbl. The Swiss SIG Neuhausen is among the most well built pistols to ever be manufactured, and are known worldwide for their accuracy. This example is fully engraved with ivory grips and gold-leaf inlays. Cased in a leather-covered factory display case with a 3-tumbler lock and the SIG logo on the top. Factory engraved SIG’s are a rare and much sought-after firearm. There were very few examples imported into the United States. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Pistol is unfired and in as new condition. Brown leather-covered case shows near-new also with a tan, padded and formed interior. 4-37369 BK53 (4,000-6,000)

*VERY RARE SIG HAMMERLI P240 SEMI-AUTO TARGET PISTOL. SN P200110. Cal. 38 Spcl. Wadcutter. Rare precision target pistol with 5-7/8″ bbl, dovetail partridge front sight and full adjustable rear sight. Mounted with 2-pc smooth thumb rest target grip and aluminum trigger. Also accompanied by its orig owner’s manual and a small packet of information regarding this pistol, plus accompanied by its orig red cardboard box numbered to this pistol. Consignor purchased this pistol in 1992 from well known handgun dealer, Harrison Carroll. These pistols were imported from the mid-1970’s through about 1986. CONDITION: Appears to be new and unfired retaining virtually all of its orig factory finish. Foam lining in Fiberglas case is deteriorated. Cardboard box is crisp. 4-38064 JR337 (3,000-5,000)

*VERY RARE HAND-MADE KORRIPHILA MODEL HSP 701 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 0810. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish with 5″ fixed bbl, based on the Budichowsky System with roller locking mechanism to reduce recoil. It has ramp front sight with adjustable rear sight, a small round spur hammer with adjustable dbl action/ single action trigger and is mounted with checkered walnut grips and has a concealed extractor. 1980s production in very limited quantities, all hand-made with less than 30 produced per year. They were imported through 2004 but it is unknown if they are being produced today. Left side of slide has the manufacturer’s logo and model number along with “MADE IN GERMANY”. Right side of the slide has importer’s name and address & “SYSTEM BUDICHOWSKY”. Accompanied by its original two-piece cardboard box, wax paper and with typical German efficiency, a serial numbered owner’s manual. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Appears to be new-in-the-box. Retaining virtually all of its fine factory finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38066 JR277 (2,500-3,500)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Correction to Printed Catalogue: This item is a modern firearm.

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE PROTOTYPE GEORGE WILSON SEMI-AUTO TARGET PISTOL. SN GAW3. Cal. 45 ACP. Extraordinary pistol, hand built by George A. Wilson of Pennsylvania back in the 1960’s. Mr. Wilson, a designer for High Standard, designed & patented this pistol and was granted a patent in 1961. He had actually built SN 1 back in 1959, which he used to win an NRA tournament. He subsequently built SN’s 2 & 3 which he apparently sold to the late well known collector, Sydney Aberman of Pittsburgh, PA. When Mr. Aberman passed away in 1993 well known handgun & military dealer, David Buehn, acquired SN’s 2 & 3 with Mr. Wilson having retained SN 1. There apparently was correspondence between Mr. Wilson and Mr. Robert Loveless, the legendary knife maker, after Mr. Loveless had acquired SN 1 and was trying to buy SN’s 2 & 3. In a hand written letter from Mr. Buehn, dated 1995 to the consignor he states that he took SN 3 to the Las Vegas Gun Show where it was noticed by a friend of Mr. Loveless who subsequently called & purchased it from Mr. Buehn but later returned it for a refund due to personal circumstances. Consignor purchased SN 3 from Mr. Buehn in 1995. Buehn’s letter and catalog is included with the lot. This unusual pistol is described as having a 5-3/4″ bbl with a heavy forward slide, tapered on front edges with grasping grooves, which slides into internal rails in the upper rear frame. It has a front sight similar to a Luger with rectangular base containing a thick partridge blade pinned in place with two pins. Rear sight is adjustable for windage & elevation. Frame is an engineering marvel with an unusual locking block that cams into the lower part of the slide when the pistol is in battery, creating a sort of delayed blow back operation. Left side of the frame has a short slide release. Grip is set at an ergonomic angle of the approx. same degree as High Standard & Colt Woodsman pistols and the renowned Luger pistol. It has an integral trigger guard with thin flat trigger and 1-pc wraparound, highly figured walnut grip with checkered back edge. Front strap is beautifully hand checkered. Magazine release is European style, in the butt. Magazine is similar to and appears to be made from a 1911-style magazine with thick Teflon follower leaving room for only about 5-rds. Each side of the front of the slide is marked “MATCH .45 ACP” with a bull’s eye target in the middle. Top right flat is marked “GEORGE A. WILSON / MEDIA, PENN., U.S.A.” and the left top flat is marked “PATENTED MAR. 21, 1961 / NO. 2, 975, 680”. The serial number “GAW3” is on top of the slide & right side of the frame with just the number “3” on bottom of the frame in front of the trigger guard. This is an extraordinarily rare & historic target pistol, probably still capable of winning iron sight matches. PROVENANCE: George A. Wilson; Syd Aberman Collection; Robert Loveless; David Buehn CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, appears to be all matching, no disassembly was attempted to verify matching parts. Overall retains 99%+ fine orig finish. Grip is sound and retains about all of its fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38069 JR294 (10,000-15,000)

*SCARCE ASP COMPACT SEMI AUTO PISTOL. SN A307744. Cal. 9mm. Rare ASP concealment semi-auto pistol made by Armament Systems & Procedures, Inc. of Appleton, WI in the mid-1980s from the basic S&W Model 39-2 pistol. The modifications include but are not limited to, shortening the bbl & slide, installation of a new recoil spring, slimming & squaring the trigger guard, shortening the grip frame plus new magazines and Lexan grips with clear panels to view the loads in the cut out magazine. They also installed a custom rear sight called the “Guttersnipe” which is simply a long block of metal attached to the rear of the slide with a tapered rectangular groove, painted yellow on the interior. There was no front sight. One simply lined up the three yellow triangles of the rear sight equally to be on target. Finally, it was teflon coated for corrosion resistance. While these pistols were very effective and functional, they were expensive, made on custom order only and were never available directly to the public, being designed for law enforcement and undercover operatives. Accompanied by an original catalog with one order sheet and an original owner’s manual. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Has been fired but very little. Retains virtually all of its original custom finish. Grips are crisp and clean, spare magazines appear to have never been loaded. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38020 JR270 (3,000-5,000)

*SCARCE LES BAER PRESENTATION GRADE ENGRAVED SEMI-AUTO TARGET PISTOL. SN TR00697. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish with 5″ Les Baer Match bbl and fitted U.S. National Match bushing. Slide is fitted with Trijicon Glow-in-the-Dark 3-dot sights. It has a skeletonized round spur target hammer with Baer beavertail grip safety and has adjustable alloy trigger. Front strap has very fine checkering and the mainspring housing slightly more coarse checkering. Slide has both front & rear angled serrations. Slide is ported & relieved and the frame has 1911A1 relief areas by the trigger. Slide & frame are beautifully engraved with about 30% coverage very well executed foliate arabesque patterns with stippled background. Top of slide, back of ejection port is inlaid with fine gold wire in the pattern of a lightning bolt & shield. Right side of frame, above trigger, is marked “LES BAER CUSTOM / HILLSDALE IL USA”. Mounted with smooth ivory grips and accompanied by a spare pair of faux pearl grips. Also accompanied by its orig green velvet lined walnut casing with “Les Baer / Custom Laser Engraved” in the lid. Mr. Baer refers to this as his presentation grade 1911. Also accompanied by one stainless steel magazine with custom composition bumper. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Has been fired but very little, retains virtually all of its brilliant orig custom blue. Grips are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case is equally new. 4-35317 JR221 (3,500-5,500)

*EXTREMELY RARE ONE OF A KIND SCORPION M84B SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 0101. Cal. 7.65 mm (32 ACP). This rare pistol is the only one in existence in semi-automatic configuration imported by Mitchell Arms and so marked on left side of frame. It was produced in Yugoslavia for Mitchell Arms as a test sample to be submitted to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms (BATF). In a letter dated April 20, 1990 the BATF responded to Don Mitchell of Mitchell Arms advising that this pistol had accrued a score of 95 points on BATF Form 4590 which factors criteria for weapons to be imported. They state that based on this score this pistol met the requirements for importation under Title 18 United States Code. They did state that the model designation “84B” would be required to be stamped on the pistol. Although this model of semi-auto pistol was approved for importation, to this cataloguer’s knowledge no others were ever imported, there having been a Congressional ban on the importation of “assault weapons” shortly after this one was brought in. This pistol is described as having about a 4″ bbl with shielded pin front sight and a 2-position flip rear sight marked “75” and “150”. The upper frame is of stamped sheet metal with the lower frame cast alloy and it is fitted with thumbrest black composition 1-pc grip with a lanyard attachment in the butt. Similar to a number of European pistols, the Scorpion fires from a detachable box magazine mounted in front of trigger guard. The bolt is retracted by means of two knobs, one on each side the of front frame which connect to the bolt. Left rear side of lower frame has a swinging thumb safety marked “FIRE” and “SAFE”. Right side of lower frame is marked with the manufacturer’s name & country of origin. Accompanied by an orig pigskin leather pouch containing two spare magazines. Also accompanied a copy of the BATF letter and a letter from Mr. Randy Bessler, well known handgun dealer, to the consignor who was the buyer of this pistol. PROVENANCE: Don Mitchell Arms Inc, Randy Bessler. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Appears to be new & unfired retaining virtually all of its orig factory finish with only a small scrape from the thumb safety. Grip is equally new. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Pouch & spare magazines appear to have never been used. 4-38021 JR293 (6,000-10,000)

*RARE PRESENTATION ENGRAVED WHITNEY WOLVERINE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 100694. Cal. 22 LR. Made by the Whitney Firearms Co. of North Haven, CT, which was only in business 1955-1963. They produced a fine, durable & accurate space gun looking semi-auto pistol named the Wolverine. Given its advanced look it was apparently far ahead of its time as they were only in business that short period of time. Pistol has black anodized finish on its 1-pc alloy frame with fixed sights and white composition grips. This pistol was presented to Mr. Al DeJohn who served as a consultant to the owner, Charles Lowe, Sr., in 1959. In late 1959 Mr. DeJohn had become the manager of the Colt Custom Shop and asked Colt Master Engraver, Alvin Herbert, to engrave his pistol for him. Mr. Herbert did so, engraving the frame & slide, through the finish, in beautiful intertwined foliate & floral arabesque patterns exposing the bright aluminum finish underneath which gives a wonderful contrast. Mr. Herbert also engraved the grips with a dbl line border which he inlaid with gold wire. Mr. Herbert signed his work on bottom the edge of the frame on each side of the magazine well “ENG. BY / AL HERBERT”. Some of the above information is contained in a signed letter from Mr. DeJohn on Colt letterhead stationery, which accompanies this pistol. Also accompanying this pistol is an orig Whitney Wolverine 2-pc box with blue & white lid having a picture of a Wolverine pistol. Interior has its orig plastic insert in bottom which is recessed for the pistol and an empty box of Western ammunition. Also accompanying is an orig Owner’s Pamphlet along with reprints of articles about the Whitney Firearms Company. Consignor purchased this pistol from well-known handgun dealer, Randy Bessler, in 1993. PROVENANCE: Randy Bessler. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears to be unfired. Overall retains orig finish in the areas not engraved. Grips are fine, crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. Box shows light wear on corners, interior has minor damage. 4-38027 JR287 (2,000-3,000)

*RARE DARDICK MODEL 1500 PISTOL WITH BOX & AMMO. Cal. 38 Tround. Strange and unusual semi-auto revolver with stamped metal parts that fired from a magazine enclosed in the grip that was loaded from a stripper clip through a trap door on the left side. It had a 6″ round bbl with ramp front sight and adjustable rear sight with an exposed hammer. Grips were brown plastic with the Dardick emblem in a triangle. Finish was black enamel. Bbls were interchangeable to various calibers simply by rotating a screw on the front of the frame underneath the bbl, removing the present bbl and installing a new one of another caliber. Once the screw was back in place the new caliber could then be loaded into the magazine as the ammunition utilized by these pistols all had the exact same external dimensions. This ammunition came in re-loadable plastic triangular shape called a “Tround”. The company actually produced rifles and machine guns for this type of ammunition which, although successful, was never adopted by the military and never realized much popularity with the general public. Accompanied by an original hinged lid, blue Dardick box for the model 1500 pistol with five original rounds of ammunition. Also accompanied by an original instruction sheet and articles that appeared in magazines regarding the Dardick. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Appears to be new and unfired, retaining virtually all of its factory finish. Grips have faded to a purple color. Ammunition is fine. Box has light soil with a small break in the hinge paper, otherwise it is intact and fine condition. 4-38033 JR273 (2,500-3,500)

*HECKLER & KOCH MODEL VP70Z SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 77565. Cal. 9mm. Fine dbl action only Heckler & Koch pistol w/ 4-1/2″ bbl, fixed sights with polymer frame and 18 round magazine. Designed in the 1960s primarily as a three round burst shoulder stock police weapon which was also manufactured in dbl action only semi-auto version that we have here. Accompanied by its original two-piece black and green cardboard box with matching serial number sticker on end. Interior is compartmented for the pistol and a spare 18 round magazine. Also accompanied by an owner’s manual. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. May have been fired, but if so very little. Overall retains about 99% original factory finish. Box is fine, spare magazine appears to never have been loaded. 4-38068 JR276 (500-800)

RARE FACTORY CUT AWAY ASTRA MODEL 800 CONDOR SEMI AUTO PISTOL. Cal. 9mm Parabellum. Chrome finish with 5-1/4″ bbl. Fixed sights with faux pearl grip on the right side. Left side of the frame, grip & slide are full factory cutaway to expose the entire internal workings of the pistol, including a cut away chamber rendering it completely incapable of being fired. Left side of the magazine is also cut away to expose the follower spring. Accompanied by the original bill 1999 of sale ($2850) from well known hand gun dealer Randy Bessler wherein he states that this pistol was imported along with the Astra factory collection in 1959-60. PROVENANCE: Astra Factory Collection CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Overall retains virtually all of its original bright factory finish. Grip is equally fine. 4-38032 JR272 (2,000-3,000)

*SCARCE L.E.S. ROGAK P18 GAS OPERATED SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 2600. Cal. 9mm. All stainless steel with 5-1/2″ bbl, fixed sights with hammer block safety on slide. Fitted with black Lexan grips and comes with three 18-rd magazines. Slide markings are “LES. P-18, CAL. 9MM PARA.” on left side and “ROGAK, INC., MORTON GROVE, ILL, USA” on right side. Left side has a deep cartouche. This pistol is a licensed copy of the Steyr P18 introduced in 1978 and manufactured in Morton Grove, Illinois, the first place in the United States to ban ownership of handguns. With the passage of the anti-handgun law in Morton Grove, Rogak was forced to cease production and never resumed, only a few were ever produced. Accompanied by an article from Guns & Ammo magazine field testing this pistol. Also included is a letter from firearms dealer, John McLeod, wherein he states that this particular pistol was made especially for him with high polished finish. Also accompanying is an owner’s pamphlet. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains bright orig factory polish on all surfaces. Grips are fine, mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. Two spare magazines appear to have never been loaded. 4-38030 JR279 (1,500-2,000)

*RARE WARNER “THE INFALLIBLE” FIRST MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL. SN 845. Cal. 32 ACP. Very rare 1st Model Warner with only 500-1,500 ever produced in the 1915-16 period. Unusual design by Andrew Fyrberg of Worcester, Mass., who sold his patents to the Warner Arms Corp. of New York City, NY. The first models were produced by various sub-contractors around Norwich, CT and constitute one of the first successful American made semi-auto pistols. This pistol is standard with 3-1/4″ bbl having a tall thin rib with integral front sight and a fixed rear sight notch at the rear of the slide. Frame is unusual in that it is case color hardened. It has a thumb safety on the left side with magazine release in the left heel and it is fitted with checkered hard rubber grips having an intertwined “WAC” logo at the top. Consignor purchased this pistol in 1993 from well-known dealer & knowledgeable firearms authority, Morris Hallowell. Accompanied by a packet of information including articles from several magazines & publications regarding the Warner pistols. PROVENANCE: Hallowell & Co. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, possibly unfired, with bbl & rib retaining about 98% strong orig blue. Frame retains most of its orig case color hardening with thin front & back straps, turning to gray, . Grips are extremely fine with the right side turned chocolate. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-38026 JR285 (2,000-3,000)

*H&R SELF-LOADING SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN 21579. Cal. 32 ACP. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ rnd bbl, integral half moon front sight and fixed rear sight dovetailed into rear of slide. Sides of slide have usual markings with company & patent date markings on right side. It has case colored trigger with H&R embossed hard rubber grips. Accompanied by one nickel plated, orig 8-rd magazine. Also accompanied by its orig blue hinged lid box with orange & black end label containing an orig bristle bore brush and a steel cleaning rod in its orig H&R orange paper label. Also accompanying is the orig owner’s pamphlet. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, probably unfired. Overall retains about 99% plus strong orig factory blue and brilliant case colors. Grips are crisp showing only faint diamond point wear. Box is sound with moderate edge wear and some minor stains on lid. Accessories & pamphlet are extremely fine. 4-37983 JR217 (700-1,200)

*R. G. OWEN STOCKED KORNBRATH ENGRAVED CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD SPORTING RIFLE. SN nsn. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Round barrel has checkered ramp front sight w/ King ivory bead surrounded by 4″ area of shaded scroll engraving. Sling loop and base are soldered to bottom of bbl. Rear third of bbl has nearly full coverage of very well executed large flowing relief shaded scroll. Springfield action shows nearly full coverage of matching scroll w/ “off” and “on” of bolt stop inlaid in gold. Lyman 48 receiver sight has been fitted, and base is engraved to match action. Bolt has polished body; handle and knob are beautifully relief engraved w/ acanthus scroll, and floral burst on top of knob, probably by Rudolph Kornbrath. Bottom of knob is checkered. Bolt shroud is fully engraved w/ scroll. Cocking piece has been altered to remove knob. Trigger has been checkered. Bottom metal has spectacular high relief acanthus scroll. Trigger guard has inset gold oval. Floor plate depicts high relief gold inlaid bull moose strolling along a woodland brook, w/ the brook, reeds, some grass, and a tree also inlaid in gold, this also undoubtedly the work of Kornbrath. Nicely streaked dense European walnut pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over a steel trap butt plate, which has very finely executed multi-panel and ribbon checkering. Stock features classically shaped shadow line cheek piece w/ beaded top, horn forend tip, and R. G. Owen signature arrow head drop points. Beautifully executed borderless checkering has inset ribbons and modified fleur-de-lis pattern w/ sculpted borders, and extends back into butt. Checkering on forend matches the butt w/ ribbon through center, and point pattern at rear. Stock also features engraved steel grip cap, sling swivel, and vacant gold shield on toe line. Drop at heel: Approx 2-3/16″, drop at comb: Approx 1-3/4″. Weight:7 lbs 15oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl and action retain most of their plum blue. Bolt shroud retains virtually all of its case color. Bottom metal retains most of its case color, silvering at edges. Stock retains most all of its hand rubbed oil finish, w/ a few minor handling marks. Checkering is very fine w/ a few small areas of slight compression in forend. Bore is very fine, w/ sharp rifling. 4-37423 MGM67 (27,500-37,500)

*VERY EARLY KORNBRATH ENGRAVED GRIFFIN AND HOWE CUSTOM MAUSER. SN 8. Cal. 35 Whelen. 24″ Tapered round barrel w/ long shank, has banded swivel ring, and banded stippled front sight base w/ longitudinally dovetailed sheared bead and has border and scroll engraving around front sight base, some scroll on top of swivel band, and stippled top of rear shank w/ “No. 8 Griffin & Howe Inc New York” on top of bbl. “.35 Whelen” is engraved on shank. Model 98 Mauser action has stippled top receiver ring w/ beaded border and scroll. Commercial style bolt has pear shaped knob. Lyman 48 receiver sight has been mounted. Bottom metal has commercial type hinged floor plate w/ button release in bow. Floor plate has 85% coverage of finely executed shaded open scroll w/ gold intertwined initials “IAB” (?). Trigger guard bow has matching scroll and well executed face on portrait of a bison. Front portion of floor plate is also engraved “Griffin & Howe Inc New York” in ribbons. All undoubtedly the work of master engraver Rudolph Kornbrath. Lightly streaked European walnut full pistol grip stock measures 14-1/8″ over a case hardened checkered and engraved steel butt plate w/ trap and features triple beaded small right hand cheek piece, swivel bases, engraved steel grip cap, horn forend tip, and 20 LPI point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders. Weight: 9 lbs. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain virtually all of their blue. Wood virtually all of its rubbed oil finish, w/ only a very few minor handling marks. Checkering is clean and sharp. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. 4-37422 MGM53 (15,000-20,000)

*VERY FINE GRIFFIN AND HOWE HORNET SPRINGFIELD SPORTER WITH SCOPE. SN 973. Cal. 22 Hornet. 24″ Round barrel w/ band sling base, and banded stippled front ramp w/ longitudinally dovetailed gold bead, and knurled cover is engraved “No. 973 Griffin & Howe, Inc. New York” on top of bbl w/ “22 Hornet” at rear. Model 1922 action has stippled top receiver ring, G & H scope base, and Lyman 48 receiver sight w/ blank slide mounted. Action rails are polished w/ right rails and follower engine turned. Bolt body has been damascened. Blued bolt knob is flattened on bottom and checkered. Handle has been cut away to clear scope. Original bottom metal is essentially unaltered from military except for shaping. Classic G & H style full pistol grip lightly streaked European walnut stock measures 14″ over an engraved and checkered butt plate w/ trap (receiver sight slide is under trap). Stock features shadow line cheek piece, diamond section grip, horn forend tip, steel grip cap, vacant silver oval, and swivel stud. Classic point pattern checkering is about 22 LPI w/ mullered borders, and wraps over top of grip, and completely around forend. Weight w/ scope: 9 lbs 14oz. Scope is a Lyman Alaskan in Griffin and Howe rings w/ standard cross hair reticle. CONDITION: Excellent, near new w/ slight silvering of blue at muzzle, and on swivel band, and very few minor marks on wood. Bore is excellent. Scope is very good, w/ some staining and marks. Mount is as new. It took a great amount of work to convert the 1922 action to accept the Hornet cartridge, but Griffin and Howe made a minor industry of this. This is one of the finest examples that this cataloger has ever seen. 4-36266 MGM44 (6,000-10,000)

*GRIFFIN AND HOWE MAUSER CUSTOM VARMINTER WITH UNERTL SCOPE. SN 1972. Cal. 22-250. 26″ Tapered round barrel w/ stippled quarter rib, and bbl band sling anchor is engraved “No. 1972 Griffin & Howe Inc. N.Y.” on top of bbl, w/ “Cal. 22/ 250/ 3000” on left rear. Model 98 action has stippled top of receiver ring. Bolt runways and follower are engine turned. Bottom metal has typical military floor plate release. Bolt w/ checkered pear shaped knob has body and extractor engine turned, and low scope safety installed, marked “Fire” and “Safe”. Tiger figured American walnut full pistol grip stock measures 13-5/8″ over checkered model 70 type steel butt plate, and features G & H style shadow line cheek piece, sling loops, steel grip cap, silver oval w/ initials “G.D.G.” engraved, and horn forend tip. Checkering is approx 20 LPI point pattern w/ mullered borders. Target scope base is mounted on the bridge, front base dovetail is milled into the quarter rib. Weight w/ scope: 10 lbs 14oz. Scope is an UNERTL 10 power w/ micrometer bases, dust covers and standard cross hair reticle. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal retains virtually all its lustrous rust blue w/ exception of floor plate which is browning. Stocks retain virtually all their original oil finish w/ a few minor nicks and dents. Checkering is slightly dirty. Bore is excellent. Scope is excellent, but w/ one area of pitting on right side and a few marks where it slides through micrometer base. Optics are clear. 4-36270 MGM52 (6,000-10,000)

*R. G. OWEN CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD SPORTING RIFLE WITH CASE. SN nsn. Cal. 30-06. This lovely sporter has 24″ star gauge bbl (remnants of star at muzzle) w/ finely matted and engraved front ramp, w/ slot mounted gold bead retained by a screw, sling bow in base soldered to bottom of bbl, and is engraved on top “R. G. Owen. Sauquoit, N. Y.” Action has floral, stippled receiver ring w/ Lyman 48 receiver sight mounted. Bottom metal shows very fine work in conversion to hinged floor plate w/ button release. Bright polished bolt body has damascened extractor, cocking piece altered to remove cocking knob. Bolt knob has quarter inch checkered band around center w/ flower at tip. Trigger has been checkered and gold plated. Heads of screws are finely engraved w/ flower petal motif. All engraving is probably the work of Rudolph Kornbrath. Very nicely mottled, and slightly figured European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 13-5/8″ over a ribbed steel butt plate w/ trap, and some engraving, and features a silver oval w/ initials “W.S.G. Jr”, steel grip cap, horn forend tip, and sling swivels. Stock is classically shaped by Mr. Owen w/ his signature arrow drop points, double shadow line cheek piece, and 20 LPI multi-point pattern checkering w/ mullered borders. Checkering is very finely done, wrapping all the way around forend. Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz. Rifle comes w/ an unmarked one inch sling and leather scabbard type carrying case, marked under the flap, “Heiser”, Heiser logo, “Denver” with number “839”. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished. Metal retains a professional quality rust blue w/ lettering washed. (Engraving remains sharp) Wood retains most of a professional rubbed oil refinish. Checkering competently freshened. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Carrying case leather is dry w/ numerous rub marks, straps are intact. 4-37430 MGM41 (4,000-6,000)

*GRIFFIN AND HOWE MAUSER MANNLICHER CARBINE WITH SCOPE AND CASE. SN 2183. Cal. 30-06. 20″ Round barrel is engraved “No. 2183 Griffin & Howe Inc. New York” on top and “30/06 – Gov.” at rear, and features stippled ramp front base w/ longitudinally dovetailed brass bead front w/ hood. FN type model 98 action has checkered bolt knob, stippled top receiver, button detachable floor plate, wing safety, Lyman 48 receiver sight base w/ blank slide (Aperture slide is in case), and Griffin and Howe scope mount. Single stage trigger is checkered. Full pistol grip lightly streaked European walnut full length stock measures 13-3/4″ over checkered steel M 70 type butt plate, and features classic G & H shadow line cheek piece, steel grip cap, ebonite forend tip, barrel band sling swivel base, vacant silver oval, and very nicely executed 20 LPI checkering w/ double line and mullered borders. Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz. Weight w/ scope: 8 lbs. 5oz. Scope is a 4X Kollmorgen in Griffin and Howe rings. Green canvas full length case w/ leather corners has green baize interior w/ Griffin and Howe paper label. Accessories include early crystal glass cork stoppered oil bottle, Boyt leather sling w/ QD swivels, aperture slide for rear sight, case straps, and key. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a very few minor marks on metal and wood. Bore is excellent. Scope is excellent, optics somewhat cloudy. Case is as new. 4-36274 MGM37 (5,000-8,000)

*SEDGLEY SPRINGFIELD CUSTOM RIFLE. SN 376. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Round barrel is stamped “R.F. Sedgley Inc. Phila. PA. U.S.A.” on top rear w/ Sedgley (S) logo above “Cal. 30.’06”. It is also engraved “Arno A. Raessler Dec. 25, 1935”. Bbls fitted w/ band, swivel base, and high front sight base w/ slot mounted bronze front bead, w/ knurled cover. Springfield action has Lyman 48 receiver sight and stippled top receiver ring. Bolt body and top of follower are polished bright. Floor plate is engraved w/ running buck through woodlands w/ mountains in background, and scroll around guard screws and on trigger guard bow. Quilted figure full pistol grip American walnut stock measures 13-3/4″ over checkered steel M 70 type butt plate, and features a sling bow, hard rubber grip cap, schnabel forend tip, and 20 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Weight: 8 lbs 7oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Near new. Virtually no marks or nicks on wood or metal. After market engraving is in the white. Bore is excellent. 4-36272 MGM39 (3,000-4,000)

*LIKELY THE FIRST GRIFFIN AND HOWE 400 WHELEN CUSTOM RIFLE. SN 951470. Cal. 400 Whelen. Griffin and Howe number 201 was most likely made in 1923. In the early days Griffin and Howe numbered their rifles in batches according to caliber. Numbers 201-250 were alloted to the 400 Whelen. The highest number recorded by Michael Petrov is 228. This rifle has 24″ 1/3 Octagon, 2/3 Round bbl w/ integral matted rib, w/ longitudinally dovetailed silver bead in a front ramp. Top of rib is engraved “No. 201 Griffin & Howe, Inc. New York.” “400 Whelen” is engraved on top left bbl flat. Springfield action retains standard military nomenclature on receiver ring. Bolt has checkering on flattened bottom of knob and a panel on the top as well. Lyman 48 receiver sight has been installed. Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut full pistol grip stock w/ horn grip cap and sling loops, measures 14-1/4″ over checkered and engraved steel trap butt plate and features early Griffin and Howe traits of double beaded European style cheek piece, modified fleur-de-lis checkering, and schnabel forend. Weight: 8 lbs 5 oz. Griffin and Howe rifle 202 is pictured and described in an article by Michael Petrov in PRECISION SHOOTING, December 2003, and is very similar to this rifle. PROVENANCE: Cover letter from Michael Petrov, and copy of article in Precision Shooting on the 400 Whelen. CONDITION: Very good, as restored. Metal retains virtually all of a hot immersion blue. Wood retains virtually all of rubbed oil refinish. Checkering is slightly worn w/ a couple areas of compression in grip and forend. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. 4-36267 MGM48 (6,000-10,000)

*SEDGLEY SPRINGFIELD RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL SHIPPING BOX. SN 729575. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Round barrel w/ band swivel mount and banded front ramp w/ slotted bead and knurled removable hood is stamped “R. F. Sedgley. Inc. Phila. Pa. U.S.A.” on top rear w/ Sedgley logo (S) and “Cal 30.’06.” on left side. Standard military type Springfield action has polished bolt body, cocking knob, safety, and top of follower, and has Lyman 48 receiver sight installed. Target scope blocks are mounted on receiver ring, and top of bbl. Nicely streaked European walnut full pistol grip stock w/ schnabel forend measures 13-3/4″ over a checkered steel model 70 type butt plate w/ wide sling bows, composition grip cap, and approx 20 LPI checkering w/ beaded borders. Small diamond of checkering behind tang. Weight: 8 lbs 8oz. Rifle comes w/ original wooden shipping box marked w/ blue pencil on top “30-06 – 729575 weight 16 lb.” Also has a vacant parcel post label, and a paper tag nailed to top which reads “Sedgley Springfield Sporter Cal 30-06 729675”. (Note different numbers) The price $72.00 is in upper left. Both ends of box are marked “30-06”. Included w/ rifle is a tan box of 30-06 cartridges by Remington UMC. Additionally accompanied by the book, The Illustrated Directory of Guns, Miller, where on p. 526, this exact rifle and case with box of ammo are illustrated in color. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain virtually all of their lustrous rust blue w/ some very slight edge wear. Butt plate shows silvering at heel. Wood retains virtually all its original finish w/ fair number of nicks, and light dents, mostly around forend. Bore is excellent. Shipping box is good. Box of cartridges has been opened and is wrapped in cellophane. 4-36238 MGM43 (2,500-4,000)

*SEDGLEY SPRINGFIELD CUSTOM RIFLE WITH SCOPE. SN 927073. Cal. 35. Howe-Whelen. 24″ Round barrel is engraved “R. F. Sedgley Inc. Phila PA. U. S. A.” on top. Left rear engraved “35 Howe-Whelen” w/ Sedgley (S) logo. Bbl has Redfield band base w/ pinned bronze bead, and knurled cover. Springfield action has normal military nomenclature on receiver ring, w/ SN, and has Lyman 48 base fitted, (Blank slide is installed in dovetail) as well as, Griffin and Howe scope base. Plain American walnut stock measures 14″ over Neidner type checkered butt plate w/ trap which contains aperture and slide for rear sight, and features sling eyes, shadow line cheek piece, steel grip cap, ebony forend tip, recoil cross bolt, and 18 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Weight: 8 lbs 4 oz. Weight w/ scope: 9 lbs 4oz. Scope is a Leupold Alaskan 2.5X w/ duplex reticle in Griffin and Howe rings. CONDITION: Excellent as refinished. Metal retains well done rust blue, with parts correctly polished. Stock retains most of an oil refinish. Checkering is somewhat gummed w/ oil. Bore is good w/ some pitting toward muzzle. Scope and mounts are near new. Possibly one of the first rifles made in this caliber which has become an American classic. 4-36271 MGM40 (3,500-5,000)

*FRANZ SODIA CUSTOM RIFLE. SN 17527. Cal. 458 Winchester Mag. 22″ Half octagon, half round barrel w/ matted rib has one standing, 2 folding leaf rear sight, dovetailed through, w/ silver bead front, longitudinally dovetailed. Bbl is engraved “Franz Sodia, Ferlach” on top rib. Sling swivel is mounted on bottom of bbl. Left side of bbl has Ferlach proofs for 1971, cal, SN, and “Bohler”, Star logo, “Rasant”. Model 98 action is also proofed and engraved with 90% coverage shaded open scroll, and leaf motif. “Franz Sodia – Ferlach – Austr.” is engraved on left side. Standard military bottom metal is engraved w/ matching scroll. Trigger guard bow is inlaid in gold w/ letters “K J G”(?). Floor plate has silver inlaid Cape Buffalo face on. Nicely streaked full pistol grip European walnut stock measures 14-1/4” over silvers type pad, w/ Tyrolean cheek piece, hogback comb, silver oval, ebonite grip cap, and figured walnut forend tip. Checkering is at about 22 LPI w/ double line border. Weight: approx 7 lbs. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains most of its blue. Action retains most of its coin finish, darkening. Action screws show use. Stocks retain most of their original finish. Bore is strong, bright and shiny. 4-37398 MGM46 (5,000-8,000)

*COMMERCIAL ORIGINAL MAUSER TYPE S CARBINE WITH SCOPE. SN 79084. Cal. 8 x 57 (Bore diameter .322). 20″ Round barrel has one standing, 2 folding rear sight, and long checkered ramp w/ side dovetailed bead front. Commercial action w/ stippled receiver ring has BU proofs and SN on ring, and “Waffenfabrik Mauser – Oberndorf a/ N” on left side. Pear shaped knob has checkered panels on top and bottom, and is slightly cut away on handle to clear scope w/ proofs and matching SN on bolt root. Bottom metal has hinged floor plate w/ lever release and double set triggers. Streaked European walnut pistol grip full length double schnabel stock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered horn butt plate w/ “W M” embossed logo and features sling bows, steel grip cap, and approx 20 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Weight: 6 lbs 11 oz. Weight w/ scope: 7 lbs 8 oz. Leupold Vari X II 2 X 7 scope w/ duplex reticle has custom claw mounts in custom bases which look like the work of New England Custom Gun. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Barrel and receiver retain virtually all of a re-blue. Stock has most of a refinish w/ a few small nicks and dings. Checkering is slightly worn and dirty, and has not been re-cut. Bottom metal has 70% original blue turning to gray. Fire blue has been redone on bolt stop, and action screws. Floor plate lever retains 50% original. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Scope is excellent, w/ few light marks. Optics are clear. Type S carbines are fairly scarce, and make great little woods rifles. 4-37418 MGM51 (3,000-5,000)

*DOUBLE SQUARE OBERNDORF MAUSER TYPE M CARBINE WITH SCOPE. SN 121350. Cal. 8 x 57. (Bore diameter .318). This unusual rifle with scarce action has 20″ round rust blued barrel w/ one standing, 2 folding leaf rear sight and banded checkered ramp front w/ dovetailed bead is marked “8 x 60 Norm” and SN on rear of bbl. (8 x 60 Will not chamber, but 8 x 57 will. Upon removing metal from wood it is evident that the barrel has been turned back to accept the 8 x 57 cartridge. Identical nomenclature and SN is also stamped under the barrel, leading one to believe that this conversion was done at the factory. Remember this rifle was made at a time when it was illegal in Germany to own a firearm in a military cartridge, perhaps this being the reason for the barrel being restamped w/ old caliber.) Immersion blued solid side wall double square action w/ extra stabilizing lug at right rear, and factory QD claw bases, is marked w/ BUGN proofs on receiver ring, and “Mauser Werke A.G. Oberndorf a. N.” on left side. Spoon handled bolt has BU proofs, and matching SN. Bottom metal has hinged floor plate w/ lever release, and rifle is fitted w/ double set triggers. Plain but lightly figured pistol grip European walnut full length stock measures 14-1/2″ over steel butt plate w/ trap w/ Mauser logo on cover, and features European right hand cheek piece, steel grip cap, and forend cap, swivel loops, and 20 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. It is interesting to note that although the action has a solid side wall, the stock is cut for older type thumb slot. Matching SN is stamped in bbl channel of stock. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. Weight w/ scope: 8 lbs. Scope is a Zeiss Diatal – Z 4 X 32 rail mount w/ cross hair and post reticle. This scope is fitted w/ correctly filed see-through replacement bases numbered to rifle. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% of its original rust blue. Action retains most of its correct original bright immersion blue, slightly silvered on edges w/ a few marks on floor plate. Stock retains most all of its original finish, w/ a few abrasions and marks, mostly on left side of butt. There’s an area on right side near toe where wood is lifting along butt plate. Checkering is slightly worn and a bit dirty. Bore is fine, bright and shiny. Scope is excellent, optics superb. 4-37413 MGM49 (6,000-8,000)

*OBERNDORF MAUSER TYPE B SPORTING RIFLE. SN 96614. Cal. 6.5 Portuguese. 28″ Tapered round bbl has tangent rear sporting sight w/ graduations to 1000 yards. Front sight is banded checkered ramp, w/ silver bead. SN, and “6.5N Port” is stamped on left side of bbl at rear. Sling loop is on band around bbl. Standard model 98 action has BUG proofs and SN on plain receiver ring. “Mauser Werke A. G. Oberndorf a/ N.” is marked on left wall. Standard commercial bolt w/ pear shaped turned down handle has BU proofs, and matching SN. Bottom metal has hinged floor plate w/ lever release. Action screws have lock screws. Trigger is double pull military type. Very plain European walnut pistol grip stock w/ schnabel tip measures 13-3/4″ over checkered horn butt plate w/ Mauser logo embossed, and features right hand cheek piece and 20 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Rifle comes w/ canvas lined leather sling. Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90% of its rust blue, silvering around muzzle. Action and bolt have most of their correct hot immersion blue. Bottom metal retains 80% of its rust blue w/ some pin prick oxidation and a few scratches. Bolt stop and floor plate lever retain most of their bright immersion blue. Action screws show use, but still have considerable amount of their heat blue. Wood retains most of its original finish, but w/ numerous nicks and dings, most finish loss is at balance point around front of action, due to carrying. There’s a small chip of wood missing from toe. Butt plate shows some moth damage. Checkering is slightly worn and dirty. Bore is strong, but dark in grooves (May clean up). This neat old rifle in a very unusual caliber would greatly benefit from a good cleaning. Sling is good. 4-37927 MGM56 (1,500-2,200)

*TYPE B COMMERCIAL MAUSER OBERNDORF SPORTER. SN 102436. Cal. 7 x 57. 24″ Tapered round barrel has single standing rear sight, bbl band, swivel loop, and long checkered front sight base w/ dovetailed gold bead, and is marked “7 x 57 N” and SN at rear. /Intermediate length action has long receiver ring, w/ BUG proofs and SN. “Waffenfabrik Mauser – Oberndorf a/ N” is stamped on left side wall. Bolt has pear shaped knob w/ BU proofs and matching SN on root. Bottom metal has hinged floor plate, w/ lever release. Trigger is military type. Relatively plain pistol grip European walnut stock measures 14-7/8″ over a Silvers type pad w/ right hand cheek piece, sling loop, steel grip cap, and 20 LPI checkering w/ double line border. Weight: 7 lbs 8oz. CONDITION: Good. Barrel and action retain traces of original blue, mostly brown. Rear sight is replacement. Wood retains much of an oil finish. Pad is new. 1 x 1-1/2″ piece of wood replaced at toe. Checkering is worn and dirty. Bore has strong rifling w/ light pitting throughout. 4-37926 MGM55 (1,100-1,500)

*SUPERB MAURICE OTTMAR CUSTOM MAUSER WITH SCOPE. SN 175734. Cal. 30-06. Double set triggers. Barrel and action are from a J. P. Sauer rifle w/ one third octagon to round fluted integral ribbed bbl w/ matted top, and is engraved “Mod. Mauser: J. P. Sauer & Son” on top w/ “30. U. S. G. 1906” on left side, and “M. Ottmar – Stockmaker” engraved on right. Breech end of bbl has gold line and is engraved “Fluid – Steel – Krupp, Essen”. Sauer SN “175734” is on right receiver ring w/ German proofs on left. Action has Lyman 35 bolt stop rear sight, and claw mount bases screwed to right rear and top of receiver ring. Bolt body and follower have been engine turned, bolt handle, blued w/ 5 nicely filed raised tear drop checkered panels, and 5 point star on bottom. Bolt shroud has inlaid gold line and has been case hardened. Top of safety has been checkered. Floor plate has lever release. Germanic style beautifully streaked Turkish walnut stock measures 14-1/2” over black “Decelerator” pad and features nicely sculpted shadow line cheek piece, vacant silver oval set into rounded end of pistol grip, raised side panels, double Schnabel tip, keyed forend, beautifully executed 22 LPI checkering w/ mullered borders, and case hardened trap on toe line containing a sub-caliber adapter. Weight: 7-1/2 lbs. Weight w/ scope: 8-1/2 lbs. SCOPE is Leupold Vari – x 2 – 1.5X to 5X w/ claw mounts which allow use of peep rear w/ scope attached. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Collection. Letter from Hallowell and Co. discussing this rifle. Rifle magazine dated Sep/ Oct 1990 with article featuring this rifle. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal shows all of its rust blue, and other finishes, except for forend key escutcheons which are silvering. Wood retains virtually all of its finish w/ slight rubs and marks from handling w/ fairly deep ding on front portion of cheek piece. Bore is fine, w/ slight erosion in throat. SCOPE is fine, w/ small scratches in front of rear ring. Optics are clear. 4-35725 MGM137 (3,500-5,500)

*W. J. JEFFERY GRADE 4 (BEST) TAKE DOWN MAGAZINE RIFLE. SN 23575. Cal. 280 Jeffery. 24″ Tapered round barrel features one standing, 3 folding express sight w/ platinum lines graduated for 1, 3, and 400 yards, third folding leaf is a ladder sight to 1000 yards, mounted in a banded, soldered on base. Front sight is ramp type w/ dovetailed, caterpillar silver bead, and removable Jeffery type hood. Swivel soldered to bbl. Top of bbl is engraved “W. J. Jeffery & Co. 13, King Street. St. James’s. London.” and SN “23575”. Rear of bbl is marked “Nickel Gun Barrel Steel”, “QS” logo, and “Trademark”, as well as, Birmingham nitro proofs for 280. Commercial Mauser action is finely engraved w/ beautifully executed large open scroll w/ take down screw through right side of receiver ring. Dismounting the bbl is accomplished by loosening the screw, and unscrewing the bbl. Bolt handle is commercial pear shaped w/ last four digits of Mauser action number “8144” on bolt root. Standard bottom metal is also engraved w/ matching open scroll. Nicely streaked, and lightly figured European walnut full pistol grip stock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered steel butt plate w/ trap, and features sling swivel, horn forend tip, and grip cap. Point pattern checkering is at about 18 LPI w/ mullered borders. Weight: 8 lbs. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and action retain 95% of their original blue, silvering at muzzle and high points. Bottom metal retains 95% of its charcoal blue. Bolt stop retains virtually all of its bright blue. Stocks retain virtually all of their original oil finish which has dulled w/ a few very light marks present. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. 280 Jeffery cartridge is the 333 cartridge necked down to 7MM. 4-37414 MGM47 (8,000-12,000)

*DAKOTA SAFARI TRAVELER TAKE DOWN BOLT ACTION WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS AND SCOPE. SN TDS0032. Cal. 404 Dakota and 7MM Dakota. 24″ 404 Barrel features single standing express rear sight, dovetailed through quarter rib, bbl band sling base, and banded front base w/ caterpillar type gold bead sight and removable hood. 26″ 7MM Round barrel has single standing express sight, on an island base, w/ sling loop and plain front base w/ gold bead sight w/ ivory flip-up night sight, dovetailed longitudinally. Unique take down action where the bolt locks into an extension of the bbl, is marked “Dakota Arms”, “76”, “Sturgis, SD”, and has model 70 type bolt handle and safety. Steel drop box bottom metal has hinged floor plate w/ button release. Nicely streaked European walnut stock measures 14-1/2″ over black Dakota pad w/ swivel base, steel grip cap, ebony forend tip, shadow line right hand cheek piece, and 20 LPI borderless checkering. Scope is a Leupold Vari – X III, 1.75 X 6 w/ duplex reticle, mounted in Talley QD rings. Weight of rifle w/ 404 bbl and scope: 10 lbs 3 oz. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially new. Take down screws show some use. Bores are excellent. Scope has a few tiny marks from mounting. 4-37431 MGM42 (7,000-10,000)

*CUSTOM MAGNUM SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER WITH SCOPE. SN 2694. Cal. 375 H & H. 23-1/2″ Round barrel with single standing express rear sight mounted in quarter rib which terminates in Ruger hawk logo, also features typical Ruger banded sling base and front sight, and is marked “315 H & H Mag.” at rear. Bbl is mounted in very early Rigby “step down” magnum length action w/ drop box slanted magazine which has German BU and British view proof on receiver ring, and is marked “Waffenbrik Mauser – Oberndorf a/ N.” on left wall. Rigby number “2694” (1906) is on trigger guard bow. Custom bolt handle w/ Mauser type knob has checkered panels top and bottom, and model 70 type safety has been installed. Bolt body is engine turned. Action rails and floor plate are polished bright. Commercial trigger has been installed. Nicely streaked and marbled European walnut stock measures 14-1/2″ over a black Decelerator pad w/ 7/8″ ebonite extension and features nicely shaped shadow line right hand cheek piece, rosewood grip cap, and well executed point pattern borderless checkering that wraps over top of grip and under forend. Pachmayr type detachable sling base installed on toe line, and stock work appears to have been done by that company. Weight w/ scope: 10 lbs 5 oz. Scope is a Leupold Vari X III 1.5 X 5 variable w/ duplex reticle in Leupold mounts. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal parts retain most of their blue; wood nearly all its original finish w/ a few nicks and dings from handling. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Scope is fine w/ a few marks from mounting. Optics are clear. A good dangerous game rifle. 4-37426 MGM50 (3,000-5,000)

*PACHMAYR CUSTOM MODEL 70 WITH SCOPE. SN 550278. Cal. 7MM. Remington Mag. 26″ Round Apex barrel has Williams rear sight and Lyman band front sight mounted, and is stamped “Custom made by Pachmayr L. A. Calif. U. S. A.” on top, and “7MM Rem”, as well as, “Apex” at rear. Pre-1964 model 70 action has checkered bolt knob, and bolt release. Bolt body and floor plate are engine turned. Stock is nicely figured Claro walnut and measures 13-3/4″ over black Pachmayr pad and features vacant gold shield, ebony grip cap and forend tip. Borderless point pattern checkering at about 20 LPI and right hand cheek piece. Weight: 8 lbs 9oz. Weight w/ scope: 9 lbs 4 oz. Scope is a Leupold Vari X III 4.5 X 14 variable w/ Butler Creek covers in Leupold QD mounts. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal has a few marks and nicks. Stock has some slight crazing, w/ few scrapes. Bore is excellent. Scope has 2 small scratches at top, optics are clear. 4-37425 MGM38 (2,000-3,000)

*GERMAN WEATHERBY MARK “V” DELUXE WITH WEATHERBY VARIABLE SCOPE. SN 40659. Cal. 300 WEATHERBY. 24″ rnd bbl without sights, marked on left side at chamber “WEATHERBY/300 MAGNUM” and right side “MADE IN W.-GERMANY”. Standard Mark “V” action with MARK V and Patent No. on front left side with “WEATHERBY” in center. Mounted with Redfield bases and rings housing a Weatherby variable 2-3/4 to 10X scope with fine cross hairs. The rear bridge has had one additional hole drilled to accommodate base. Mounted with some streaky blonde colored walnut with 45 degree contrasting forend tip and white line spacer, diamond checkered patterns on each side and factory detachable sling swivel stud, diamond checkered pistol grip with contrasting grip cap and signature white diamond inlay and white line spacer. Left side cheek piece Monte Carlo Weatherby marked vented brown recoil pad with white spacer and factory detachable sling swivel stud. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with some minor fine handling marks. Receiver retains 97-98% orig blue that is starting to turn purple. Floorplate and trigger guard have nearly all of their orig blue with just a couple minor scratches. Stock is sound with a few light handling marks, nicks & dings and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore as gun appears to have had little use. 4-38055 BDT137 (1,000-1,500)

*BLASER R93 SUPER DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE. SN 2105. Cal. 375 H&H. 24-3/4″ rnd bbl made without sights, left side at chamber area is marked “BLASER GERMANY/MOD.R93CAL. .375H&H/NR:9/07341”. Bbl is equipped with factory saddle mount and rings housing a Leupold Vari-XIII 1.5X5 with duplex rectile. The Super Deluxe grade receiver is marked on top left with Serial No. “CAUTION!READ MANUAL BEFORE USE! AUTUMN SALES INC. FORT WORTH:TX” Left side of receiver is engraved with a wooded scene and a gold inlaid bull moose and a large bear facing off. Right side of receiver is engraved with a wooded scene and two large gold inlaid rams, posturing for a fight. The unique straight pull bolt witch cocking safety is adaptable for interchangeable bbls and calibers. Mounted with highly figured walnut, schnable forend with sling swivel stud and checkered side panels, checkered pistol grip stock with ebony grip cap and engraved metal insert with gold bird of prey, black Pachmyar rifle pad, sling swivel stud with locking sling swivels and adjustable leather sling. CONDITION: Extremely fine, gun appears as new and test fired only. Bbl retains virtually all of its orig matte blue finish with just a couple tiny handling marks. Bolt and receiver assembly appear as new with virtually all their factory finish. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig hand rubbed finish. Forend is sound with minor handling marks, sharp checkering and retains virtually all of its orig hand rubbed finish. Gun is accompanied with orig owners manual and Blaser’s certificate of assurance. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny new bore as gun appears test fired only. 4-38071 BDT227 (3,000-4,000)

*L.M. DANIELS ENGRAVED CUSTOM RUGER NO. 1 WITH LEUPOLD 2 X 7. SN 130-00559. Cal. 7 Remington Mag. 26″ rnd bbl, Ruger 1/4 rib, equipped with Ruger rings housing a Leupold Vari X II 2 X 7 scope, muzzle end of bbl is inlaid with two gold bands. Receiver is engraved on left side with a stalking gold grizzly bear and accented around edge with fine floral scroll. Right side is engraved with a majestic bull elk in two-color gold, accented around edged with foliate scroll. Foliate scroll can be found across top and bottom of receiver as well as lever. Front part of lever is marked “ENG. BY L.M.DANIELS”. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered forend with detachable sling swivel stud, wrap over checkered pistol grip with inlaid gold rams head in cap. Left side cheek piece, solid brown Pachmyar Old English recoil pad, and detachable sling swivel stud. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Entire gun appears as new since its extensive custom work. You may find a couple of minor handling marks. Mechanics are crisp with a bright shiny bore. 4-38057 BDT141 (2,500-3,500)

*CUSTOM STOCK RUGER NO. 1 WITH LEUPOLD SCOPE. SN 131-34544. Cal. 375 H&H MAG. 24″ rnd bbl, factory banded ramp front with find bead sight, banded sling swivel, Ruger 1/4 rib with flip up rear sight, Ruger rings housing a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5 x 5 scope. Standard Ruger action mounted with custom, highly figured walnut, fluer-di-lis checkered forend with ribbons, schnauble ebony tip, fleur-di-lis checkered pistol grip with ebony grip cap, left side shadow line cheek piece, black Decelerator recoil pad and sling swivel stud. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl and receiver retain 98-99% of the orig blue with just a few minor light scratches and handling marks. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, some minor nicks and scrapes and retains virtually all of its find hand rubbed finish. Forend has sharp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine hand rubbed finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice bore. 4-37845 BDT142 (2,250-3,250)

*GRIFFIN AND HOWE CUSTOM HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT STALKING RIFLE WITH SCOPE. SN 2637. Cal. 30-40 Krag. This nice handling little rifle has 20″ round barrel w/ stippled top quarter rib w/ one standing, 2 folding express sight w/ gold lines dovetailed through. Band front sight has stippled ramp and longitudinally dovetailed ivory bead w/ knurled removable hood. Bbl is engraved “No. 2637 Griffin & Howe Inc. New York, N.Y.” on top w/ “Cal. 30-40″ at left rear. Winchester marked high wall action has modified spur finger lever and is engraved w/ shaded open scroll and acanthus motifs. Nicely figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8” over Neidner checkered steel butt plate and features engraved steel grip cap, shadow line cheek piece, and borderless 20 LPI checkering. Full length forend has engraved steel cap at muzzle, is attached to bbl w/ screw through an engraved escution w/ checkering and wood to match buttstock. Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz. Weight w/ scope: 7 lbs 8oz. Scope has scroll engraving and single picket post reticle and mounts into milled cut outs and dovetails into quarter rib w/ G & H style QD mounts. Signature “R. Alpen” (engraver?) appears on left side of front scope mount. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal retains virtually all of its blue, fading near muzzle and on spur of hammer w/ a few scattered rubs. Wood retains virtually all of its rubbed oil finish w/ a few very minor nicks and abrasions. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Scope has a few minor marks on tube, optics are clear. 4-36273 MGM54 (7,500-12,500)

*RARE R.F. SEDGLEY CUSTOM WINCHESTER HIGH-WALL WITH LYMAN SCOPE. SN NSN. Cal. 22 Hornet. 28″ rnd bbl, pedestal front with dovetail globe sight, quarter rib, with adjustable target rings housing a Lyman 5A scope. Left side if bbl is marked “R.F.SEDGLEY INC.PHILA.PA.U.S.A.” Chamber marking adjacent to receiver is “22 WCF/HORNET”. Standard Winchester High-wall action, single set trigger, custom lever loop and Lyman large disk tang sight with windage adjustment. Mounted in nicely figured honey colors walnut, long target forend with 90 degree ebony tip, multi-point checkering, 1-1/2″ closed loop swivel. Checkered pistol grip with sculpted hard rubber grip cap, left side cheek piece, Winchester checkered steel buttplate and closed loop 1-1/2″ sling swivel. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears as new. Bbl retains virtually all of its fine custom blue finish. Receiver retains virtually all of its custom blue finish. Stock is sound with sharp clean checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its custom oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine custom oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with functioning set trigger and bright shiny bore. Lyman scope is clear and bright with post reticle. 4-35311 BDT151 (3,250-3,750)

*FINE ENGRAVED GERMAN SCHUTZEN RIFLE ON A MARTINI FRAME. SN 1901. Cal. 8.15X46R. Beautiful Schutzen rifle with 30-5/8″ oct bbl, windgage front sight with mid-sight rail on top flat at rear end. Receiver is beautifully engraved with full coverage foliate & floral patterns having a Bavarian gentleman on each side in Bavarian costume each with a rifle over his shoulder. The gentleman on the right is smoking a Calabash pipe. Engraving is on the top of breech block, floorplate, trigger guard & buttplate. Top flat of bbl, at breech end, is inlaid in very fine silver foliate arabesque patterns. The breech end of the bbl has a narrow and an extremely fine inlaid silver band. Top tang is mounted with its orig, large cup, diopter sight. Mounted with very highly figured, shell grain, European walnut with carved & checkered schnable tip forearm and a typical Schutzen stock with masswive cheekpiece & thumb rest, fleur-de-lis carved & checkered wrist with flared side panels and a short tang Schutzen buttplate. The area behind the cheekpiece is spectacularly deep relief carved with vignette of a Schutzenfest participant wearing his lederhosen and knee socks with jacket & tie, sitting at a table with a tankard, smoking his pipe and holding his Schutzen rifle. The scene also has a very detailed oak tree and building in the background. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Overall retains about all of its brilliant & spectacularly restored orig type finish to both metal & wood. Bbl blue is strong & bright with brilliant case colors. Wood is sound with strong hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Although refinished this rifle would add to anyone’s collection. 4-36313 JR333 (1,500-2,000)

*SCARCE BORNMULLER GERMAN SCHUTZEN RIFLE. SN 4306. Cal. 8.15x46R. Unusual Schutzen rifle with 28″ oct bbl, windage adjustable dovetailed front sight with curved wings & pin. Full top flat is hand matted with quarter rib containing a clock key adjustable rear sight. Top tang has a Schutzen pedestal with clock key adjustable sight numbered to rifle. Bottom of bbl has “BUG” proofs with date “7.14” indicating manufacture in July 1914. Right side of breech block & receiver have “BU” proofs with top right flat of receiver & bbl having British vue proofs. Receiver, lever, top tang of buttplate & about 1-1/2″ over chamber area of bbl are beautifully engraved with leaf & vine patterns and a very fine stippled background. It has a Schutzen style finger rest lever with what appears to be a proprietary locking system & dbl set triggers. Buttstock has typical Schutzen buttplate with short top tang & short bottom prong. The action is somewhat unusual with a large, solid, heavy breech block marked on right side “BLOCK SCHLOSS SYST. / BORNMULLER”. Right lower front side of block is milled for the opening lever & left side has milled cavities for the heavy half-round hammer spring and a separate hammer with fixed firing pin & it has a right hand extractor. Mounted with nicely figured European walnut with short schnable tipped forearm that has a checkered bottom flat & checkered side panels. Buttstock is typical early Schutzen style with heavy contoured cheekpiece on left side and a shallow cheekpiece on right side with shallow stippled thumbrest on right wrist. It has a full checkered wrist with raised, domed, carved panels. Accompanied by a hand written repair list where Dr. Miller apparently had this rifle repaired in Dec. 1991. It lists numerous small repairs such as replacing a couple of broken screws, tightening front sight dovetail, removing peen marks from muzzle, reshaping, re-engraving & glass bedding buttplate, tightening forend wedge key & fabricating small parts for rear sight. There was also some light touchup done on buttplate & lever. Bbl has been sleeved to the orig caliber. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl sleeved & repairs as noted. Bbl retains 93-95% strong orig blue with about 50% orig fire blue on rear sight. Receiver & lever retain most of their orig case colors, moderately faded, brilliant in sheltered areas. Wood is sound with light wear on the freshened checkering & retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-35643 JR444 (2,000-3,500)

*SCARCE BUCHEL GERMAN SCHUTZEN RIFLE. SN 3657. Cal. 8.15x46R. Fine Schutzen rifle with 31-1/2″ oct bbl, winged ramp front sight with full matted top & quarter rib toward rear, missing the removable sight. Tang is mounted with a pedestal clock key adjustable sight with large disc diopter. Bottom of bbl has “BUG” proofs with crown “N” & nitro proof on left flat, also with “BU” & crown “N” proofs on right side of receiver. Mounted with uncheckered forearm that has sgl wedge through steel escutcheons that may be a very old replacement. It has its orig very nicely figured walnut Schutzen style butt with deep contoured Schutzen cheekpiece on left & thumb rest on right with nicely checkered wrist & a checkered panel on right. Receiver has a light border pattern with cross hatched glare reduction engraving over top flat & top of breech block. It has unusual shaped dbl set triggers with an atypical Schutzen lever with a patented locking latch & proprietary patented hard rubber filler in bottom loop. Stock has typical Schutzen buttplate with short heel tang & long bottom prong. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Estate Collection. CONDITION: Bbl retains 95-97% strong orig factory blue with minor pitting on left side under forearm & slight sharp edge wear. Receiver, lever, breech block & buttplate retain virtually all of their brilliant orig factory case colors. Forearm is sound with minor handling & use marks and retains most of a restored finish. Buttstock is also sound with minor handling & storage marks with minor alteration on rear edge of thumb rest & a couple of minor chips on cheekpiece and retains most of its orig hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-35640 JR442 (1,500-2,500)

*SCARCE GREGER ZIMMERSCHUTZEN. SN 5030. Cal. 5 mm RF. Beautiful deluxe Zimmerschutzen designed for indoor plinking. However the Germans took the sport seriously with these highly decorated accurate sub-caliber rifles that emulated the larger Schutzen rifles. They were used primarily for indoor matches in the taverns which were family type gathering places. This rifle has what appears to be a 29-1/2″ oct bbl with fluted edges of which only the last 7-1/4″ is actual bbl. Chamber for the tiny rim fire cartridge is on bottom of bbl, toward the muzzle which latches over a stud on bottom of bbl & when unlatched swings to the side exposing chamber for unloading & reloading. Beyond this feature this rifle exactly duplicates a full size Schutzen rifle with Martini style action. Mounted with very nicely figured French walnut with rounded forearm that has a carved tip & side panels with checkered triangle on bottom. Stock is typical heavy Schutzen style with checkered wrist & raised carved side panels to match the forearm. It has the heavy scalloped cheekpiece on left side with light incised carving & a thumb rest with large carved & checkered panel on right side. There is also a small amount of light incised carving on right side & bottom of thumb rest is carved to match forearm & stock side panels. It has a Schutzen style buttplate with short adjustable top tang & short bottom prong. Receiver has a Schutzen style finger rest trigger guard with dbl set triggers. Bbl has a full matted top flat with winged clock key adjustable ramp front sight that has two rotating posts. There is no provision for a rear sight and it has a clock key adjustable Schutzen style tang sight with large diopter disc. Left side of receiver is very nicely engraved with large vignette of a Bavarian gentleman with large mustache wearing a plumed hat with his rifle over his left shoulder & holding a beer stein in his right hand. Right side of receiver appears to be the same Bavarian gentleman wearing identical clothing with identical handlebar mustache holding his rifle over his right shoulder & a Calabash style pipe in his left hand. Top of receiver has light geometric patterns on top side flats with top flat having a stippled pattern. Top right flat of bbl is inlaid in silver “J. GREGER,” and left top flat is inlaid in silver “DILLIN GEN.”. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Estate Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains about 98% strong orig blue with a very few small scattered spots of rust. Receiver, lever & buttplate retain generous amounts of orig case colors, mostly faded with strong colors in sheltered areas. Stock has a crack on each side of top tang, otherwise wood is sound and retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-35645 JR448 (2,000-3,500)

*SEVEN SHOT VOLLEY GUN BY “MANUFACTURE FRANCAISE D’ARMES ST. ETIENNE”. SN 345. Cal. 22 RF. 26″ Round seven shot barrel has full length raised matted rib w/ one standing, one folding express rear, and silver bead front sights dovetailed through. Bbl is marked on left side w/ makers name. Bbl under forearm has Belgian proofs, and SN “345”, and marked for caliber “FL. 22. L”. Rolling block action is border engraved w/ Belgian proofs on left side. Rotating breech block also has proof marks, and has one central firing pin to fire all seven shots at one time. Removable cartridge holder is stamped w/ no. “345”. Walnut full pistol grip buttstock features a shadow line cheek piece, steel grip cap, 18 LPI checkering w/ single line border, and measures 14-3/4″ over steel butt plate. Matching forearm is attached to bbl w/ screw. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains 70% blue turning to brown. Action retains 70% color. Stocks have been refinished. Buttstock shows numerous repairs to wrist. Action is tight. Bores are very good. A good example of one of these scarce weapons. 4-37746 MGM28 (3,500-5,000)

*UNUSUAL BOLT ACTION COMBO RIFLE OVER SHOTGUN WITH SCOPE. SN NSN. Cal. 8 x 57 and 20ga. Round 22-1/2″ rifle bbl has standing rear sight, and silver bead dovetailed front sight on ramp there is a rotating 20 gauge shotgun barrel underneath, that locks in place w/ long steel cocking lever on left side. Wing type rotating safety is on right. Firing mechanism is actuated by rear trigger. Mauser action has scroll and punched engraving and typical claw bases. Bolt has typical military turned down handle w/ some decorative punches on top. Bottom metal has checkered button release, w/ some scroll engraving. Front trigger is set. Plain European walnut stock measures 14-1/4″ over ribbed horn butt plate w/ shadow line, right hand cheek piece, horn sunburst grip cap, and side panels, w/ 30 LPI checkering w/ double line borders. Forend is made of three pieces, a short bottom piece attached to cocking mechanism w/ 2 screws, and has checkering; the other two pieces extend to muzzle, the whole unit of which rotates when shotgun action is operated. This rifle is very similar to one pictured in Ludwig Olson’s book, “Mauser Bolt Rifles.” German 4X SCOPE has heavy 3 post and cross hair reticle, claw mounts w/ windage, soldered on, and fits rifle well. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frank Miller Collection. CONDITION: Fine as restored. Metal retains virtually all of re-black. Wood retains virtually all of oil refinish, w/ few marks and dents. Checkering is re-cut. Rifle bore is dark. Shotgun bore is bright and shiny. SCOPE is good as refinished, optics are cloudy. 4-35634 MGM126 (3,250-6,250)

*FN PRESENTATION GRADE SPORTING RIFLE WITH SCOPE. SN 1737. Cal. 270 Winchester. 24″ Round barrel w/ matted ramp, gold bead front sight w/ hood. Bbl is marked w/ Belgian proofs, relief engraving, and SN. Model 98 style action is coin finished, and marked “Fab. Nat. D’Armes de Guerre Herstal – Belgique” on left side, and is engraved w/ relief acanthus scroll. Bottom metal has hinged floor plate w/ button release and is also engraved w/ matching acanthus scroll w/ central motif of, what is obviously, a female dragon. Trigger guard bow also has dragon motif. European walnut full pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over a horn FN ribbed butt plate w/ right hand cheek piece, ebonite grip cap, recoil bolt, sling swivels, and approx 20 LPI checkering w/ broad triple line borders and beaded border around grip. Weight w/ scope: 8 lbs 4oz. Scope is a Weaver K 4 w/ standard cross hair reticle in Leupold mounts. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls show silvering at muzzle. 80% Bright blue on bolt stop. Stock has a few minor handling marks. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Scope is excellent, optics are clear. 4-37397 MGM45 (4,000-6,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Additional Information: Stock is a replacement Safari-grade stock. The stock has tested positive for traces of salt as normally found on Brownings of this time period. Small spot of rust on inside of tang hole under the stock (typical of salt finish stock).

*OUTSTANDING BROWNING OLYMPIAN BOLT ACTION RIFLE. SN 7P41906. Cal. 30/06. 24″ rnd bbl with no provision for sights. Bbl is marked on left side “BROWNING ARMS CO” and right side “CALIBER “.30-06″ ONLY 7P41906/MADE IN BELGIUM”. There is a 2″ wedge of scroll engraving down each side of bbl. The Olympic grade receiver is engraved on left side of front ring with a bull elk and signed “A MARECHAL”. Right side is engraved with a buck antelope and marked “AM”. The remainder of upper receiver is a foliate scroll with a shaded background. The floor plate is engraved with a buck whitetail deer, with trees in the background and fern leaves in the foreground, and signed “L LAMBERT”. Trigger bow is engraved with a stalking bear and marked “JL”. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, wrap around checkered forend, checkered pistol grip, left side cheek piece, Browning marked hard rubber butt plate, and sling swivel studs. PROVENANCE: Tom Clinton Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears near new and test fired only. There are a couple of minor faint scratched on bbl. The receiver is bright and crisp. Stock is sound with just a very few light handling marks, and a minor flake of finish on sharp edge of cheek piece. Even though this is a salt era gun, pulling the metal from the wood reveals no signs whatsoever of it being a salt cured stock. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-37372 BDT15 (4,000-7,000)

*STUNNING BROWNING SUPERPOSED CUSTOM SIDEPLATED 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN 645V71. Cal. 20 ga. This full-options, Belgian upgrade features 28″ bbls, vented hand-filed rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 3″ chambers, MOD / FULL chokes, sgl selective trigger and ejectors. Left side of top bbl over forend is engraved “Fabrique Nationale Herstal”, right side “Cal. 20 – 3”. Custom side-plated receiver is engraved on left plate with three gold partridge in flight across a meadow scene, right plate with three gold pheasants in flight in a marsh scene. Bottom of receiver has gold woodcock in flight with tree in a woodland. Remainder of receiver and appended metal are engraved with a fine arabesque scroll and garland pattern. Left side plate is signed “P. Lallemand”. The top lever has been fully engraved and is pierced. Trigger has been sculpted and checkered and is protected by an engraved bow with long tang and set screws with custom engraved safety. Mounted with exhibition quality Turkish walnut by FN master Marcel Van De Beek, fully checkered with beaded border and carved dropper points to a checkered butt, Schnable 3-pc forend, checkered European straight grip stock with beaded border. Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom -.620. Bore restrictions: top -.025, bottom -.013. Wall thickness: top -.045, bottom -.039. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Virtually new since completion. Bbls retain nearly 100% of their fine custom rust-blue, with just a faint rub mark on bottom bbl from take-down and assembly. Receiver is bright, crisp and sharp. Stock is solid with sharp, crisp checkering and only a few minor handling blemishes in its fine, custom, hand-rubbed oil finish. Forend is solid with sharp checkering and a fine, custom, hand-rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, nice shiny bores and strong ejectors.Comes with instruction manual and warranty paper. 4-37695 BDT4 (15,000-20,000)

*SPECIAL ORDER BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN 3-BBL SET. SN 346V72. Cal. 20, 28 and 410. 20ga bbls, 28″ matted vented rib with single silver sighting bead, 3″ chambers, MOD/FULL choke, ejectors and single select trigger. Bbl set two; 28ga, 28″ with matted vent rib and single silver sighting bead, SKEET/SKEET choke and ejectors. Bbl set three; 410ga, 28″ matted vent rib with single silver sighting bead, MOD/MOD choke and ejectors. Usual Browning receiver with typical Pigeon Grade engraving with fine foliate arabesque scroll with pigeons in flight over the top on each side, two bouquet of flowers on bottom and carved oak leaves across the top. Balance of receiver is fine foliate scroll mounted with highly figured walnut. All bbls with three-piece fully checkered schnable forends. Checkered straight grip stock with checkered side panels with Browning marked vented skeet recoil pad. Gun is accompanied by a letter from Browning historian Glen Jensen identifying gun as a Browning B-25 Superposed Pigeon Grade 20ga, Lighting Over/Under with 28″ bbls, choked MOD/FULL, vent rib and special FN-style schnable forends, English style straight grip stock, long trigger guard, 1-1/2 x 2 x 14-3/8 with skeet recoil pad and 1 degree cast for left hand shooter, use extra, extra fancy American walnut on stock and forearm and supplied with checkered side panels. This gun was manufactured in Belgium. The shotgun sold at retail for $2,600 Feb. 28, 1974 on invoice #14156 to Bill’s Trap & Skeet Supply, Glenwood, IL. Set 1: Bore diameter: top .620, bottom .620. Bore restrictions: top .025, bottom .010. Wall thickness: top .036, bottom .036. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1/1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 5oz. LOP 14-5/16″. Set 2: Bore diameter: top .550, bottom .549. Bore restrictions: top .010, bottom .010. Wall thickness: top N/A, bottom N/A. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 8oz. LOP 14-5/16″. Set 3: Bore diameter: top N/A, bottom N/A. Bore restrictions: top N/A, bottom N/A. Wall thickness: top N/A, bottom N/A. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 11oz. LOP 14-5/16″. Accompanied with Browning tan luggage case with fuzzy white interior. CONDITION: Extremely fine. All bbls retain 98-99% orig blue with some minor handling marks and faint rub mark on bottom bbl from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine French gray finish. Stock is sound with good checkering, a few minor nicks and retains nearly all of its fine Browning factory finish. All forends are sound with only a few minor handling marks, sharp checkering and retain nearly all of their orig Browning finish. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors and nice shiny bores in all bbls. Case is excellent with a few minor scuffs. 4-37286 BDT197 (12,500-17,500)

*OUTSTANDING BROWNING PIGEON GRADE NEW-STYLE SKEET OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN. SN 3287J70. Cal. 410. 26-1/2″ bbls with matted, vent rib with dual white sighting beads, 2-1/2″ chambers, SKEET / SKEET chokes, gold selective sgl trigger & ejectors. Right side of bbl is marked “410 – GAUGE – SHELLS 2-1/2″ – MADE IN BELGIUM” and left side “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY”. French grade receiver is engraved with fine foliate arabesque scroll, with 2 pigeons in flight on each side of receiver, 2 bouquets of flowers across bottom combined with foliate arabesque scroll & carved oak leaves on top of receiver. Mounted with highly figured walnut usually reserved for higher grade, checkered pistol grip, Browning vented recoil pad & checkered new-style skeet beavertail forend. Bore measurements are not available for this gun. 1-3/4″ drop at heel; 1-3/8″ drop at comb. LOP 14-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. Accompanied by period Browning luggage case. Consignor states that this gun has been tested with silver nitrate & does not have salt wood. CONDITION: Extremely fine, near new. Bbls retain 98-99% orig blue with slight rub mark in front of forend & faint sharp edge wear on rib. Receiver has virtually all of its finish and is crisp & clean. Stock & forend are sound with a few minor handling marks, retaining virtually all of their fine factory finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors & bright shiny bores. Case is in near-new condition. 4-35868 BDT197 (6,500-8,500)

*BROWNING MIDAS GRADE NEW STYLE SKEET GUN. SN 30782S.70. Cal. 12 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls. Hand filed ventilated rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, skeet/skeet choke, ejectors and single selective trigger. This Belgium made Browning superpose has 2″ engraving wedges on top bbl on each side of rib. Receiver is engraved in typical Midas pattern with three gold pheasants in flight on left side and three gold ducks in flight on right side, gold quail in flight on bottom with balance being an open foliate scroll with stippled background. It is signed on both sides “A DIERCKX”. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered beavertail fluted target forend, multi-point checkered pistol grip, Browning vented recoil pad, and gold initial shield engraved “JES”. Consignor states that he has had the wood tested for salt and declares this is a “salt free” gun. Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom -727. Bore restrictions: top -.004, bottom -.004. Wall thickness: top -.034, bottom -.032. Drop at heel: 1-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″ . Weight: 7lbs. 6oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with a couple minor nicks and scratches and a faint rub mark on bottom bbl from sliding forend. Receiver retains 98-99% orig blue with some faint edge wear. Stock is solid with a tiny hairline crack on right side at receiver. Some minor handling marks and tiny nicks but retains most of its factory orig hard finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks and scrapes, tiny hairline crack in front of release lever and retains most of its factory orig hard finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37771 BDT45 (4,000-7,000)

*BROWNING MIDAS GRADE BROADWAY TRAP OVER & UNDER SHOTGUN. SN 79474S7. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, Browning vented Broadway rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Top bbl on left is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY”. Right side is marked “12GA-SHELLS 2-3/4″-MADE IN BELGIUM-BROWNING PATENT”. There is also a 2″ wedge of scroll engraving with punch-dot background down each side of rib. Standard Midas grade receiver with 3 gold pheasants in flight surrounded by gold wire with trees in background on left side. Three ducks in flight surrounded by gold wire in marsh scene on right, gold quail in flight on bottom of receiver. The balance of the receiver is engraved with a foliate scroll with punch-dot background. Lower left side of receiver is engraved “LEROY” mounted with highly figured walnut with feathering, checkered fluted target forend, wrap-over checkered pistol grip with vented Browning trap recoil pad. Bore diameter: top .724, bottom .723. Bore restrictions: top .038, bottom .036. Wall thickness: top .036, bottom .039. Drop at heel: 1-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 8lbs. 1oz. LOP 14-7/16″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 99% orig blue with a couple minor handling marks and faint rub mark on bottom bbl from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine orig blue. Stock is sound with a tiny dent lower right side at receiver, dry sharp checkering. A couple minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its Browning factory finish. Forend is sound with dry, crisp checkering, a couple minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its Browning factory finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and bright new shiny bores, as gun may be test fired only. 4-37684 BDT147 (6,000-10,000)

*EARLY BELGIUM BROWNING SUPERLITE OVER & UNDER SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN 89146S8. Cal. 12 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls, matted tapered solid rib, single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked IMP-CYL/MOD, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Left side of top bbl is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO & MONTREAL PQ”. Right side marked “SPECIAL STEEL-12GA-SHELLS 2-3/4″/PATENTS NO.2203378-2233861. The rounded superlite frame has curly scroll border and oak leafs on bbl extension and upper part of receiver. Top tang has “S.O.U” inlaid in gold. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, bullet shaped checkered forend, checkered straight grip stock with side panels, Browning marked hard rubber buttplate. Bore diameter: top -.727, bottom -.727. Bore restrictions: top -.022, bottom -.014. Wall thickness: top -.027, bottom -.033. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 9oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanying gun is orig black box with gold printing, styrofoam insert with proper matching end label. CONDITION: Extremely fine, as gun appears test fired only. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig blue with a few minor handling marks and slight rub mark on bottom bbl from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue with just a couple minor handling marks. Stock is sound with sharp checkering and a few tiny minor handling marks. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor handling marks, and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Box is in very good shape with a small tear near upper right corner of lid and some minor scuffing. Mechanics are crisp, non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores, as gun appears test fired only. 4-37986 BDT156 (3,000-4,000)

*OUTSTANDING PRE-WAR BELGIUM MADE BROWNING A5 WITH ORIGINAL LUGGAGE CASE. SN 102448. Cal. 16 ga. 27-1/2″ bbl, pedestal front with single silver bead. Bbl ring is stamped on left side with matching serial number. Top of bbl at chamber are is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO”. The left side is marked with an “*16 SPECIAL STEEL”. The single astric is a symbol for FULL choke, it is also marked 16-65 which means 2-9/16″ chamber. The pre war receiver is marked center left side “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO”, with “BROWNING/TRADE MARK” with the bust of John Browning below it. The two largest screws on each side are stamped “448” matching the serial number. Front of trigger guard is equipped with pre-war sliding safety. Mounted with straight grain walnut, with finger grooved checkered forend, serial numbered to match, checkered rnd knob pistol grip with early FN horn buttplate. Bore diameter: -661. Bore restrictions: -.030. Wall thickness: -.055. Drop at heel & comb are not available. Weight: 7lbs. 13oz. LOP 14-3/8″. The accompanying black leather case with gray felt lining has Browning label on inside lid. Also accompanying case is a tan Browning marked envelope with owners manual for Browning Auto Shotgun. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains virtually all of its fine orig blue with just a couple minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine orig blue with a couple minor scratches on upper left side. Stock is sound with some minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig varnish. Forend is sound with minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig varnish finish. Case is solid with handle being retained by one loop and some minor scuffing at corners. This is an extremely fine example of a pre-war A5 that appears to be test fired only. Serial numbers to be made in 1927. 4-37987 BDT155 (1,300-1,800)

*RARE 32″ PARKER A-1 SPECIAL SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN WITH HUEY CASE. SN 207430. Cal. 20 ga. 32″ Peerless steel bbls, tapered, flat, matted rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL / FULL chokes, ejectors and hinged dbl triggers. Muzzles of bbls have narrow border engraving, 2-1/2″ wedge of engraving over chambers, and rib is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS MERIDEN CT. U.S.A. PEERLESS STEEL”. Receiver is fully engraved with a very intricate foliate arabesque scroll, accented on trigger plate with four gold flowers and an engraved bouquet of flowers at balance point. Trigger guard is full foliate arabesque scroll engraved with gold inlaid serial number. Top tang also has gold inlaid “S” at the safety. Mounted with highly figured dark streaky walnut, fully checkered splinter forend, checkered side panels with fleur-de-lis and fleur-de-lis dropper point, wrap-over multi-point checkered pistol grip with black hard rubber grip cap, with gold initial shield insert engraved “WMD”. Grip cap is accented with a beaded, narrow, gold spacer. Butt is a fully engraved skeleton plate. Accompanying this gun is a Parker Gun Collectors letter stating that this gun was found listed in order book 101 as a credit from B. H. Dyas Company in Los Angeles. The gun was returned as a credit for $275.00 on November 20, 1924, and is listed as an A-1 Special. The original order book and stock book are missing for this gun. Found in The Parker Story, p. 377, are the production statistics for A-1 Specials and under “20 Gauge” are a total of eleven, with four having 32″ bbls. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.023, right -.025. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.023. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Gun is accompanied by a Huey oak and leather case, no. 1424, with a blue felt lining, maker’s label in lid, and accessories except snap caps. Case is protected by a blue canvas and leather cover. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a fine dark rust-blue with just a few minor light handling marks. Receiver is mostly a fine gray patina with evidence of thinning case colors in protected areas. Trigger guard retains most of its fine blue with some minor thinning through the grip area. Stock is sound with very nice checkering, a few minor light handling marks, retaining most of its fine professionally restored finish. Forend is solid with fine checkering and exposed metal with traces of case colors blended with a fine gray patina. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. Huey case is in excellent condition with just a few minor scuffs on the canvas cover. 4-37389 BDT5 (120,000-150,000)

*EXTREMELY RARE PARKER AAHE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 232232. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Peerless steel bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD / IMP-MOD chokes, dbl triggers with hinged front and ejectors. Bbls have narrow band of engraving at muzzle, a 2-1/4″ wedge of fine foliate arabesque scroll engraving at chamber with top rib marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS MERIDEN CT. U.S.A. PEERLESS STEEL”. The Grade 7 AAHE receiver is nearly 100% engraved with extremely fine foliate arabesque scroll, including top tang, top lever and trigger guard. Mounted with nicely figured, streaky walnut with fully checkered splinter forend, checkered side panels with fleur-de-lis dropper points, multi-point wrap-around checkered straight grip, engraved skeleton butt plate and blank gold oval. This serial number can be found in the Parker Gun Identification and Serialization book as a hammerless Grade P-7, 20 gauge, straight grip with 28″ bbls and extras as ejectors and hinged trigger. Accompanying the gun is a Parker Collectors Association letter confirming the gun in stock book no. 81 as an AAHE hammerless 20 gauge on an “O” frame with hinged front trigger, Peerless steel bbls of 28″ length and straight grip, completed in August of 1930. Facts also included in stock book no. 81: LOP 14-1/4″, drop at comb 1-3/8″, drop at heel 2-3/8″, weight 6 lbs. Also included in this letter, according to order book no. 101, the gun was returned for credit from the Kramer Hardware Company in Dayton, Ohio, on September 4, 1930. The gun had been shipped August 11, 1930. The retail cost was $625.00 and at wholesale cost was $453.10. In addition there is a copy of a ledger page marked “Kramer Hardware Company” identifying gun, cost, and date of September 4, 1930. Also included is an undated handwritten letter by Allan H. Swanson of Vermont, detailing ownership of this gun up through at least 1995. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.618. Bore restrictions: left -.018, right -.011. Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.021. Drop at heel: 1-3/8″, drop at comb: 2-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. LOP 14-1/4″. In addition, this gun can be found pictured on p. 349, vol. 1, of the 2-vol. book The Parker Story. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a high quality rust-blued finish, with only a very few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains 75-80% thinning orig case colors blending with silver patina. Trigger guard retains 20-30% orig blue across bow with silver patina edges and worn to silver through grip area. Stock is sound with nice checkering and only a few light handling marks in a fine factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with very good checkering, a couple of very minor bruised areas, and retains virtually all of a fine factory quality restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, strong ejectors, automatic safety, top lever at dead center, and nice shiny bores. 4-37391 BDT2 (60,000-90,000)

*RARE PARKER BROS. AHE 2-BARREL SET SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 239232. Cal. 20 ga. BBL SET 1: 26″ with matted, tapered, concave rib, front bead missing with ivory center bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, SKEET-IN / SKEET-OUT chokes as marked on bbl flats, ejectors and Parker sgl selective trigger. Bore diameter: left -.615, right -.615. Bore restrictions: left -.003, right -.003. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP 13-1/2″. BBL SET 2: 28″ with matted, tapered, concave rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD / MOD chokes and ejectors. Bore diameter: left -.618, right -.618. Bore restrictions: left -.018, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.024. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP 13-1/2″. Ribs of both sets of bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. ACME STEEL”. The “O” frame is intricately engraved with flying ducks on left side, two pheasants on right side, floorplate with two opposing pointers on point, with balance a tight foliate arabesque scroll with small woodcock behind hinge pin on left, quail on right and “PARKER” across bottom center. Mounted with highly figured walnut, set 1 with fully checkered beavertail forend, set 2 with full checkered splinter forend; multi-point checkered pistol grip with hard rubber grip cap with inlaid gold oval with scroll border engraving, checkered side panels with fleur-de-lis droppers, checkered butt with skeleton steel buttplate. Accompanying gun is Parker Gun Collectors Assn. letter identifying it as being ordered by Jonny Mathis on June 7, 1937, and shipped September 24, 1937, as an AHE hammerless 20 gauge with 26″ and 28″ bbls and Parker sgl selective trigger. Also accompanying is a Remington Arms Co. IBM card identifying gun as same. Housed in leather luggage case with brass corners and green felt lining, with top of lid embossed “W. B. FOX / NEW ORLEANS, LA.”. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Both sets of bbls retain virtually all of a factory quality restored rust blue finish. There are just a few minor handling marks on either set. Receiver retains 90-95% factory quality case colors, slightly thinning to silver across bottom. Wood is sound with good checkering and some minor nicks and scrapes, retaining a fine factory quality hand-rubbed oil finish. Both forends are sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retain a fine factory quality hand-rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with sgl trigger starting in left position, but will only fire right bbl when starting on right. Non-automatic safety, strong ejectors; shiny bores in both sets of bbls. Case is solid with considerable scuffing and staining to leather. 4-37392 BDT181 (60,000-90,000)

*UNIQUE PARKER BROTHERS AHE TWO BARREL SET. SN 205348. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl set 1) 30″ ACME steel, tapered, matted, concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-9/16″ chambers, IMP-MOD/MOD choke, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS.MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A.ACME STEEL”. Bbl set 2) 27″ Damascus, matted tapered concave rib, 2-9/16″ chamber, CYL/CYL chokes and ejectors. Top rib of bbl is marked “MADE IN U.S.A.PARKER BROS MAKERS.MERIDEN.CONN.DAMASCUS.”, each bbl has 2-1/4″ wedge of foliate scroll engraving. The 1-1/2 size frame is intricately engraved with fine foliate arabesque scroll with ribbon with “PARKER BROS” on each side, a portrait of two setters with stippled background on trigger plate and oval with setter on point on bottom front. Trigger guard is scroll engraved and gold inlaid initials “T.D.S.” Mounted with highly figured walnut, fully checkered splinter forend for each set of bbls, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, checkered side panel with fleur-di-lis dropper point, and lightly mushed silvers recoil pad. Bbl set 1) Bore diameter: left -.734, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.038, right -.028. Wall thickness: left -.034, right -.039. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 7oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Bbl set 2) Bore diameter: left -.730, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.000, right -.001. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.030. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 7lbs. 8oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. ACME bbls retain 80-85% orig blue with minor muzzle wear a small rub mark about 8″ from muzzle on left bbl, usual nicks & scratches some thinning in forearm and chamber area. Receiver has traces of orig color, strong in some protected areas, but is mostly a silver/gray patina. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, some minor nicks & dings and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with good checkering and only a couple minor flattened points and retains most of a hand rubbed oil finish. Damascus bbls retain a fine brown damascus pattern with a few areas of dark spotting. Forend is sound with sharp checking, minor handling marks, and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bore in both sets of bbls. Gun is accompanied with a a leather 2 bbl luggage case with burgundy felt interior. 4-37306 BDT228 (17,500-27,500)

*SUPERB PARKER BROS A-1 SPECIAL 28 GA UPGRADE. SN 239233. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-7/8″ chambers, MOD / IMP-MOD chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Muzzles of bbls have narrow band of engraving, chambers have 2-1/2″ wedge of fine scroll engraving. The “00” frame is beautifully engraved in an A-1 special pattern of flowers and fine foliate arabesque scroll, with “PARKER” engraved across center bottom of receiver, trigger guard with gold inlaid SN and gold “S” on top tang for safety. Mounted with highly figured walnut, fancy fleur-de-lis fully checkered splinter forend, multi-point checkered straight grip stock with checkered side panels, fleur-de-lis dropper points, fleur-de-lis checkered skeleton butt and blank gold oval. Bore diameter: left -.552, right -.552. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.015. Wall thickness: N/A. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP 14-7/16″. The book Parker Gun Identification and Serialization identifies gun as V grade, 28 gauge, 26″ bbl with ejectors; no listing for stock. This work is typical of the high quality coming from the Del Grego-Runge team. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a fine factory quality rust blue with just some minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of a fine custom case-colored finish. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a couple of shallow depressions on right side, a few minor nicks and scratches and retains virtually all of a fine oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering and retains virtually all of a fine oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37390 BDT179 (40,000-60,000)

*VERY RARE PARKER BROS SMALL BORE DHE SKEET GUN WITH FACTORY VENT RIB. SN 241109. Cal. 410. 26″ bbls with matted, tapered vent rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 3″ chambers, SKEET IN/SKEET OUT choke, ejectors and Parker single selective trigger. The “000” frame is D-grade engraved with setter on left side, pointer on right, three pheasants on trigger plate, “PARKER” across center bottom with balance a bold foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered straight grip stock, side panels with dropper points, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate and gold initial oval engraved “R”. Accompanied with Parker Gun Association letter identifying as gun being ordered by Peden Iron & Steel Co. on Feb. 10, 1938 and shipped July 29, 1938. According to Remington IBM card, it was a DHE SKEET hammerless 410 bore with single selected trigger. It featured fluid steel bbls with a length of 26″ and an optional ventilated rib. The stock dimensions, chokes and butt treatment are not listed on IBM card. It is also listed in a Remington memo titled “SEMI-COMPLETED GUNS” dated Dec. 9, 1942. It is listed the same as the IBM card and needs $72.56 in labor and $4.22 in parts to complete gun. The sale price is listed as $167.72. Bore measurements are N/A for 410’s. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight is 6lbs. 5oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Accompanied with brown leather take-down case with royal purple felt lining. Snap caps and a Griffin & Howe marked silver oil bottle. Accompanying case is Parker pamphlet with two setters on cover stating “Congratulations on Your Choice of Parker Gun” also a pamphlet “A New Parker Sensation 410 Bore Skeet Gun”. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain nearly all of their fine blue with just a few minor nicks and scratches. Receiver retains nearly all case colors with minor thinning on sharp edges. Trigger guard retains 95% blue with minor thinning in grip area. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, some minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its finish. Forend is sound with minor nicks and dings, sharp checkering and retains virtually all its finish. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors and bright shiny bores as gun appears to have seen very little use. 4-37867 BDT202 (40,000-60,000)

*RARE AND UNIQUE PARKER CHE GRADE 28 GA SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 242256. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls, tapered matted concave rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-7/8″ chambers, IMP-CYL/MOD chokes, ejectors, and Parker single selective trigger. This very late Remington made Parker has no markings on top rib. The “OO” size frame with lightning cuts on water table is beautifully engraved with a pointer with turned head on left side, a setter on point on right side, and rooster pheasant in flight on trigger plate, center bottom is engraved “PARKER”, and the balance of the frame is engraved in a flowing foliate scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered straight grip stock, side panels with dropper points, Monte Carlo, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate. Bore diameter: left -.552, right -.553. Bore restrictions: left -.015, right -.001. Wall thickness: left -N/A, right -N/A. Drop at heel: 3-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 6lbs. 6oz. LOP 14-3/16″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with some minor scratches & light handling marks. Receiver retains 90-95% strong orig case colors, lightly thinning and blending with silver patina on bottom, but very strong on sides and across top. The unique stock is sound with very good checkering, some minor nicks & dings, a spot or two of flaking finish, but retains much of its orig finish blending with hand worn patina. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks & dings, much of its orig finish blending with hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors, and bright shiny bores. 4-37870 BDT170 (30,000-60,000)

*INCREDIBLE PARKER GHE GRADE 28 GA SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 242133. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls, matted tapered concave rib, with single silver sighting bead, 2-7/8″ chambers, IMP-CYL/MOD chokes, ejectors and Parker single selective trigger. This very late Remington gun has no markings on top rib, but is stamped with the choke markings on bbl flats. The “OO” size frame is engraved with oval and two flying ducks over a marsh scene surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll on left side, two quail in oval with grass on right side with foliate arabesque scroll and circle with two pheasants on trigger plate with foliate arabesque scroll. Bottom center of receiver is engraved “PARKER”. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip stock with Parker Brothers hard rubber grip cap, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate and gold initial shield engraved “E.R.M./III”. This late SN does not appear in the Parker Serial Number data base. Bore diameter: left -.551, right -.550. Bore restrictions: left -.013, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -N/A, right -N/A. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 6lbs. 3oz. LOP 13-5/16″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears to be test fired only. Bbls retain 99% of their orig blue with just a few very tiny minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its strong orig case colors with just some very faint thinning on the sharp edges, trigger guard retains virtually all of its blue. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor handling marks, and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Buttplate retains nearly all of its orig blue with some faint thinning on some sharp edges. Forend is sound with sharp checkering a few minor handling marks, retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp, auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores as gun appears to be test fired only. 4-37472 BDT243 (50,000-70,000)

*ONE-OF-A-KIND PARKER CUSTOM CHADICK’S LTD. COMMEMORATIVE. SN 151541. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib, sgl silver sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, IMP-MOD / IMP-MOD chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top of rib is marked “PARKER BROTHERS, MAKERS, MERIDEN, CONN. VULCAN STEEL”. Breech end is engraved with blackberry leaves and vines. The “O” sized frame is custom engraved with Chadick’s Ltd. logo in gold on floorplate, surrounded by the blackberry leaves and vines. Bottom of receiver is engraved with the Chadick barn from the old farm place. Left side of receiver has two gold quail in flight over barbed wire fence with blackberry bushes and the Chadick farmhouse and yard in background. Right side has three gold doves in flight with wrought-iron fence and windmill from the Chadick farm in background. Top of receiver is engraved with blackberry leaves and vines. Top lever has gold inlaid rabbit; trigger guard has gold inlaid quail perched on fence post surrounded by blackberry leaves. SN is inlaid with gold as well as “SAFE” on top tang. This work was commissioned by Mr. Chadick and executed by Neil Hermsen. We were told by Mr. Chadick that this is the one and only he ever had made. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap and Parker Bros. dog’s head hard rubber buttplate. The fine factory style finish was done by Tom Chapman. The gun started life as a VH 28 gauge. Bore diameter: left -.555, right -.555. Bore restrictions: left -.025, right -.027. Wall thickness: N/A. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP 14″. PROVENANCE: Chadick’s Ltd. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears virtually new since completion. There are only a couple of very minor handling marks on the entire gun. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety and bright shiny bores. 4-37842 BDT180 (12,500-17,500)

*ELABORATE PARKER CUSTOM UPGRADED BY PACHMAYR. SN 233413. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Titanic Steel bbls, matted tapered ventilated rib, ivory front silver center sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP MOD/IMP MOD, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Top of rib is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS MERIDAN CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL”. Muzzle end of bbls have a 1″ wedge of scroll engraving on each side. Chamber areas have 3-1/2″ wedge of scroll engraving surrounding a gold duck in flight on left bbl, and a gold quail in flight on right bbl. The 1-1/2″ frame has been customized with side clips, side plates, and custom engraving. The left side has been engraved with setter and 3 quail in gold, with a wooded and grassy background. Right side has a hawk attacking a duck and 2 other ducks in flight in gold, with trees and grass in the background. Trigger plate has setter pointing two quail in flight in gold and forward bottom of receiver has “PARKER BROS/BY PACHMAYR” inlaid in gold. A gold quail in flight on trigger guard bow and gold inlaid serial number as well as top tang with “SAFE” inlaid in gold. Mounted with exhibition quality walnut, fleur-di-lis beavertail checkered forend, multi-point checkered pistol grip with ebony grip cap with gold blank initial oval insert, fleur-di-lis dropper points and thin Pachmayr Old English red recoil pad. This serial number is found in book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” listing as T13, 12 ga. 32″ bbls, pistol grip stock, ejectors, single trigger, large forearm, and vent rib. T13 is a D Grade with titanic steel bbls. Bore diameter: left -.733, right -.734. Bore restrictions: left -.032, right -.029. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 8lbs. 4oz. LOP 14-3/4. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain most of their fine custom blue finish with a few minor nicks and scrapes, a slight rub mark caused by forend. Receiver retains nearly all of its fine custom case hardening and trigger guard and pierce hard lever retain virtually all of their fine custom blue finish. Stock is sound with a few minor handling marks, very nice checkering, and retains virtually all of its fine custom hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with a couple minor nicks, very good checkering and retains virtually all of its fine custom hand rubbed finish. Mechanics are good with non-auto safety, strong ejectors, shiny bores that have had the forcing cone nearly removed. 4-37745 BDT57 (10,000-15,000)

Revised: 3/16/2009

Additional Information: Extraordinary, highly professional repair at wrist.

*EXTREMELY RARE 34″ PARKER DHE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 207429. Cal. 20 ga. 34″ Titanic steel bbls with matted, tapered, concave rib with sgl brass sighting bead, 3″ chambers, IMP-MOD / IMP-MOD chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top rib is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS MERIDEN CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL”. Chamber end has narrow band of border engraving. Receiver is engraved in typical “D” pattern with foliate arabesque scroll and ribbon with “PARKER BROS.” on each side, a pointer on point on left side, a setter on point on right side, and four pheasants – two in flight, two standing – surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll on trigger plate. This receiver was made in a live bird gun fashion and not equipped with a safety. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splintered forend, side panels with dropper points, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. black hard rubber grip cap, skeleton butt and blank gold oval halfway between grip cap and toe of butt plate. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.20. Wall thickness: left -.039, right -.036. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP 14-3/4″. The serial number of this gun is not included in the book Parker Gun Identification and Serialization. Gun is built on the Parker No. 1 frame. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 85-90% orig blue with some minor wear at muzzle, a few minor surface oxidation marks on left bbl 7-9″ from muzzle, some minor thinning on left bbl just forward of forend tip, some thinning on bottom of bbls at forend tip and the usual minor nicks and scratches. Left bbl flat is marked with a circle “JG” and “5 3”. Left bbl flat has a circle “T”, “HT” over “A”, “4 3”, and “3” near the chambers. Receiver retains 20-25% orig fading case colors blended with a brown silvery patina. Trigger guard has 30% orig blue, fairly strong across bow, mixed with silvery patina at front edge and through grip area. Stock is sound with nice sharp re-cut checkering, a few minor handling marks in its fine restored hand-rubbed finish; it fits very well around frame and tangs but is just a whisker shy around the skeleton butt plate. Forend is sound with patina gray exposed metal parts, some minor nicks and dings, good checkering with only a couple of minor flattened points; carries a nice hand-worn patina finish. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors, top lever just slightly right of center, crisp trigger pulls, nice bright bores. 4-37393 BDT1 (20,000-30,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Correction: Wall thickness is Right-.032; L-.029.

*DESIRABLE PARKER BROS. DHE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 232428. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ Titanic steel bbls; tapered, matted, concave rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, MOD / FULL chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL”. The No. 1 sized frame is engraved in standard “D” fashion with a pointer on point on left side, a setter on right and four pheasants, three in flight on trigger plate, with the remainder a fine full foliate arabesque scroll with ribbons “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, multi-point checkered splinter forend, multi-point checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, raised side panels with dropper point, engraved skeleton butt plate and blank initial oval. The book Parker Gun Identification & Serialization identifies gun as a T-13, D Grade with Titanic steel bbls, pistol grip stock, 16 gauge, 26″ bbls and no extras. Although the ledger and the gun do not match exactly, there is no doubt in this cataloger’s mind of the gun being correct and the bbl length and ejectors were simply omitted from the original ledger. Bore diameter: left -.665, right -.665. Bore restrictions: left -.028, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.020. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Gun is accompanied by a green canvas, leather-cornered luggage case. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 95% of their fine orig rust-blue with some minor wear at muzzle, some minor thinning at chamber area, a couple of small spots of minor surface oxidation and a minor bruise on the bottom of each bbl about 8-1/2″ from muzzle that is barely noticeable. Receiver retains 75-80% strong orig case colors blended with a silver patina across bottom and minor fading on the fences. Trigger guard has 40-50% orig blue, mostly across bow, flaked to a brown patina in front and thinned to a silver patina through grip area. Stock is sound with a tiny hairline crack behind top tang, very good checkering, a few usual nicks and handling marks, retaining about 95% of its orig finish. Skeleton butt has flaked and worn with only traces of orig blue, being mostly a silver patina. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few minor nicks and handling marks and retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with top lever slightly right of center, strong ejectors with automatic safety and nice bright shiny bores. Case is in excellent condition with only a few minor scuffs. 4-37308 BDT12 (10,000-15,000)

Revised: 3/15/2009

Additional Information: Minor dent about .5″ from muzzle on right bbl next to bottom rib

*RARE PARKER BROS. DHE GRADE WITH DAMASCUS STEEL BARRELS. SN 181007. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ Damascus steel bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib, sgl ivory sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, IMP-CYL / MOD chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL”. The “1” size frame is typical D grade engraving with oval with pointer on left side, setter on right, four game birds on trigger plate, two flying and two walking, ribbons with “PARKER BROS.” on each side and balance of engraving a fine foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip, hard rubber Parker Bros. grip cap, side panels with droppers, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate and blank gold initial oval. Bore diameter: left -.665, right -.665. Bore restrictions: left -.010, right -.003. Wall thickness: left -.019, right -.017. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. The book Parker Gun Identification and Serialization identifies gun as D3 capped pistol grip, 16 gauge with 26″ bbls. D3 is a grade 3 with Damascus steel bbls. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain strong orig Damascus pattern with a few minor handling marks and rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains 25% orig case colors, strong in protected areas, blending with a silver patina. Stock is sound with sharp re-cut checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of a fine factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with sharp re-cut checkering, a couple of minor handling marks and retains virtually all of a fine factory quality restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and bright shiny bores. 4-37846 BDT188 (6,000-8,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Correction: Wall thickness is Right-.035; L-.038.

*PARKER BROS. DH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 116327. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ Titanic steel bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, FULL / FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top rib is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. TITANIC STEEL”. The “O” frame is typical D grade engraved with pointer in oval on left side, setter on right, four game birds on trigger plate, all in flight, ribbons with “PARKER BROS.” on each side and balance of engraving a fine foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, 1-1/4″ neatly checkered wood extension, checkered butt and blank initial oval. Bore diameter: left -.663, right -.663. Bore restrictions: left -.029, right -.027. Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.021. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs. 15 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. The book Parker Gun Identification and Serialization identifies gun as grade T-13, capped pistol grip, 16 gauge with 26″ bbls. Grade T-13 is D grade with Titanic steel bbls. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a fine factory quality restored rust-blue finish. There is a small lightly pitted area on rib about 1-1/2″ above bbl address. Receiver retains 70-75% orig case colors, thinning across bottom and top, blending with silver patina. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains most of a factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a hairline crack running from iron to checkering and retains most of a factory quality restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37851 BDT187 (6,000-9,000)

*DESIRABLE PARKER DHE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 198146. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ titanic steel bbls, tapered matted concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top rib of bbls are marked “PARKER BROS.MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL”. The No. 2 size frame is engraved in typical “D” style with oval and pointer on left side, oval with setter on right side, ribbon with “PARKER BROS.” on each side surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll. Trigger plate is engraved with four game birds, 2 in flight, 2 standing surrounded with fine foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Brothers hard rubber grip cap, side panels with dropper points, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate. The book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization”, identify as Grade T13, with ejectors, capped pistol grip stock, 12 ga. 32″ bbls, Grade T13 is “D” grade with Titanic steel bbls. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.034, right -.034. Wall thickness: left -.037, right -.047. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 8lbs. 7oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 90-95% orig blue with some minor thinning on left bbl blending to a purple patina, rub mark on bottom of bbls from forend, and a few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains 85-90% strong orig case colors thinning across bottom and blending with silver patina. Trigger guard has traces of orig blue but is mostly flaked and blending a brown patina. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks & dings & retains much of its orig finish, blending with hand worn patina in grip area. Skeleton buttplate has traces of orig blue but is mostly a blend of silver and brown patina. Forend is sound with good checkering, usual minor nicks & dings and retains orig finish, blending with hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, strong ejectors, and nice shiny bores. 4-37850 BDT168 (7,000-10,000)

*SPORTY PARKER BROS. DH GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 110105. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Titanic steel bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL/FULL chokes, extractors and double triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “Parker Bros. Makers. Meriden. Conn. Titanic Steel”. The 2 size frame is engraved in standard D pattern with oval and pointer on left side, setter on right with ribbon with “Parker Bros” on each side surrounded by foliate, arabesque scroll. Triggerplate has 4 large game birds, 3 walking and 1 in flight surrounded by foliate, arabesque scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, multi-point checkered, splintered forend, checkered round knob pistol grip, side panels with dropper points, checkered skeleton buttplate. The book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” identifies it has grade T13, 12ga with 30″ bbls, pistol grip and no extras. T13 is a D grade with Titanic steel bbls. Bore diameter: left -.738, right -.735. Bore restrictions: left -.037, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.021. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb:1-1/4″ . Weight:7lbs6oz. Length of pull: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Fine. bbls retain 80%-85% orig blue with slight muzzle wear, some nicks and dings down left bbl, thinning in forearm and chamber area, and slight wear mark on bottom from forend and some spots of shallow surface oxidation. Rcvr has traces of orig colors in protected areas, is mostly a silver gray patina with some minor brown spotting, mostly across bottom. Triggerguard is flaked to a silver gray patina with some minor brown patina spots. Stock is sound with a minor crack off the top tang, nice checkering, a few light handling nicks and dings and a couple of scratches. Retains most of a fine factory quality restored oil finish. There are some fine pinhead size white dots on rear left side of stock. Forend is sound with well worn checkering and is mostly a smooth hand worn patina finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and bores are slightly rough with some shallow pitting. 4-37732 BDT39 (3,500-5,500)

*DESIRABLE PARKER CHE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 158331. Cal. 12ga. 28″ Acme steel bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib, single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL/IMP-CYL chokes, ejectors and double triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “Parker Brothers, Makers Meriden, Conn.ACME Steel.” The No. 2 size frame is engraved with oval, with a pointer on point on left side, a setter on point on right side with ribbon and “Parker Bros” on each side, surrounded by bold, foliate scroll. Triggerplate is a running stag with hills in the background surrounded by bold, foliate scroll. There is accenting scroll around hinge-pin, across the bottom and over the fences. Triggerguard and top lever are also engraved with the bold, foliate scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, multi-point, checkered splintered forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, side panels with dropper points, Pachmayr brown, vented recoil pad and blank initial oval. The book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization”identifies this serial number as an A4, 12ga, 28″ with capped pistol grip and ejectors. A4 is a C grade with Acme steel bbls.Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.014, right -.001. Wall thickness: left -.035, right -035. Drop at heel:2-3/4″ , drop at comb:1-3/4″ . Weight:7lbs12oz. Length of pull: 13-7/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain most of a first class restore, rust blue finish. Minor muzzle wear, some very faint thinning in forearms area and a faint rub mark from forend on bottom of bbls. Rcvr has traces of orig case colours in protected areas, but mostly carries a silver gray patina. Stock is sound with a couple of tiny chips behind top tang. Slightly flat checkering with a couple of dented areas, some minor handling marks and retains most of a fine, restored oil finish. Forend is sound with nice checkering, a few minor nicks and retains much of a fine restored finish mixed with some hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors, automatic safety and nice bores. 4-37309 BDT38 (3,000-5,000)

*PARKER BROS. SC GRADE SINGLE BBL TRAP. SN 227190. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbl with matted, ventilated rib, red Bradley front sight with ivory center, 2-3/4″ chamber, IMP-MOD choke, ejector and sgl trigger. Left side of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS, MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. ACME STEEL”. The C grade receiver is engraved with “PARKER BROS.” on each side, a pigeon in flight on trigger plate, with the remainder a foliate arabesque scroll with stipple background. Mounted with straight grain walnut with checkered semi-beavertail forend, checkered straight grip replacement stock with slight Monte Carlo, brown Pachmayr vented trap pad and 1/8″ black spacer. The Parker Gun Identification & Serialization book identifies gun as 12 ga. 32″ SC grade with ejector and capped pistol grip. Bore diameter: .735. Bore restriction: .029. Wall thickness: .054. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 8 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 13-5/8″. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains nearly all of a fine professional quality restored blue with just a few minor light handling marks. Receiver is totally a gray-silver patina with sharp engraving. Stock is sound with a repaired chip from upper left side of top tang, with some usual minor nicks and dings, retaining most of a nice smooth oil finish. Forend is sound with nicely re-cut checkering, a few minor nicks and scratches, two minor cracks on each side running from forend iron forward and retains most of a fine restored oil finish. Inside bbl channel 5-1/8″ forward of tip of iron has a neatly inlaid leather spacer. Trigger pull is crisp with a disabled ejector and nice clean bore. 4-37394 BDT11 (4,000-6,000)

*FINE PARKER DH DAMASCUS BARREL SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 110987. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Damascus steel bbls, tapered, matted concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-MOD/FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “Parker Bros. Makers. Meriden. Conn. Damascus Steel”. The 2 size frame is standard D grade engraving with oval and pointer on left side, and setter on right, ribbon with “Parker Bros” on both sides surround by foliate, arabesque scroll. Trigger plate has 4 large game birds, 3 walking and 1 in flight, surrounded by foliate, arabesque scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, full checkered, splintered forend, checkered straight grip, side panels with dropper points, solid red, Old English recoil pad and blank initial oval. In the book“The Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” lists gun as a D3, 12ga, 30″ straight grip with no extras. D3 is a grade with Damascus bbls. Bore diameter: left -.733, right -.732. Bore restrictions: left -.033, right -.035. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb:1-3/8″ . Weight:7lbs14oz. Length of pull:13-3/4″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains nearly all of a fine restored brown finish. Receiver has traces of orig color in protected areas, but is mostly a dark gray patina. Stock is sound with a couple of minor hairline cracks behind top tag. Very nice re-cut checkering, some minor nicks and dings, retaining most of a fine hand-rubbed, restored oil finish. Forearms is sound with a few minor nicks on the edges, fine re-cut checkering with a restored oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, bores are clean with some scattered, very shallow pitting. 4-37307 BDT40 (2,000-3,000)

RARE FACTORY ORDERED PAIR OF PARKER DH GRADE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN 68749 & 68750. Gun 1) Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus bbls, matted tapered concave rib, with single silver sighting bead, 2-9/16″ chambers, MOD/IMP-CYL choke, extractors, and dbl triggers. No. 2 size frame with standard D grade engraving with pointer in oval on left side, setter on right, ribbon with Parker Bros on each side surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll, trigger plate is engraved with four game birds, surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll, balance of engraving is foliate arabesque scroll. Top lever is fish-tail style, mounted with streaky walnut, checkered splinted forend, checkered pistol grip with hard rubber grip cap, side panels with dropper point, checkered butt with steel skeleton buttplate. Bore diameter: left -.736, right -.736. Bore restrictions: left -.022, right -.030. Wall thickness: left -.034, right -.034. Drop at heel: 3-1/8″, drop at comb: 2″. Weight: 8lbs. 3oz. LOP 14-3/16″. Gun 2) Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus steel bbls, matted tapered concave rib, with dual silver sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD/FULL chokes, extractors, and dbl triggers, No. 2 size frame, is typical “D” grade engraved oval with pointer on left side, setter on right side, ribbon with “Parker Bros.” on each side, surrounded by foliate arabesque scroll, trigger plate is engraved with four game birds surrounded with foliate arabesque scroll. The remainder of engraving is an foliate arabesque scroll. Top lever is fish-tail style. Bore diameter: left -.733, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.025, right -.027. Wall thickness: left -.037, right -.037. Drop at heel: 3-1/4″, drop at comb: 2″. Weight: 8lbs. 3oz. LOP 14-3/16″. Guns are accompanied by Parker Collector Association factory letters identifying guns as being ordered July 25, 1891 and shipped on November 5, 1891 to Van Denburg’s Bros. of Finley, OH. They both have 30″ Damascus bbls, with capped pistol grips. Gun 1 has a LOP of 14-1/4″; a drop at comb 2″; drop at heel 3-1/2″; and weight 8-1/4lbs. Requested pattern was right hand 320 (pellets); left hand 280 (pellets). Gun 2, specs are LOP 14-1/4″; drop at comb – 1-3/4″; drop at heel 3″; and weight 8-1/4lbs. Pattern requested, right hand 280 (pellets) and left hand 320 (pellets. There is also a letter from the Hancock Historical Museum of Finley OH, detailing the Van Denburg Bros. of the late 1800’s. CONDITION: Gun 1) Fine. Bbls retain a thinning gray/brown Damascus pattern with a few minor nicks & scrapes and a few spots of dark brown. Receiver retains traces of orig case colors, but is mostly a brown blended with silver patina. Stock is sound with slightly worn checkering, some typical nicks & dings and retains a hand rubbed restored oil finish. Forend is sound with moderately worn checkering, usual nicks & dings, and retains a hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are good with auto-safety, shiny bores with a few shallow pits in both bbls. Gun 2) Very good, bbl retains a silver Damascus pattern thinning with a few small spots of dark coloration. Receiver retains 10-15% orig case colors, strong in protected areas, blending with a silver and brown patina. Stock is solid with nicely re-cut checkering, a couple small chips on left side of trigger guard, usual nicks & dings and retains a hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with nicely re-cut checkering, some minor bumps & bruises and retains a hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are good with disabled safety, nice shiny bore, with minor dent at muzzle of right bbl. Accompanied with a leather 2-gun case with burgundy felt interior. 4-35270 BDT234 (7,500-12,500)

*OUTSTANDING DAMASCUS PARKER GH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 119764. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus steel bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL / FULL choked, extractors and dbl triggers. Top rib is marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL.”. The number 2 sized frame is engraved with the usual “G” grade pattern with oval on left side engraved “PARKER BROS” over 2 diving ducks, right side oval with “PARKER BROS” with 2 pheasants, and 2 pheasants in circle on trigger plate. Remainder of engraving is minimal accenting scroll. Mounted with nicely streaked walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap and Parker Bros. dog’s head hard rubber buttplate. Also with a blank initial shield. This SN does not appear in the book Parker Gun Identification & Serialization. Bore diameter: left -.732, right -.732. Bore restrictions: left -.038, right -.038. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain nearly all of their fine orig finish, showing the great beauty of the Parker Damascus bbls. There are a few minor nicks and scrapes and some thinning in the forend area. Receiver retains 80% strong orig case colors blended with some silver patina at balance point. Trigger guard shows some orig blue but has flaked and blended to a brown patina and thinned, mixed with silver, through grip area. Stock is sound with some nicks, scrapes and minor handling marks, with a tiny chip at toe, with buttplate chip being repaired; stock retains most of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor bruising and a minor dent or two, retaining much of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37733 BDT33 (3,000-5,000)

*PARKER BROS. VH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 158116. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Vulcan steel bbls; matted, tapered, concave rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, MOD / FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. This “0” frame has standard V grade engraving of zigzag border and “PARKER BROS.” in center of each side. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, Parker Bros. logo hard rubber butt plate and blank initial shield. This SN does not appear in the Parker Gun Identification & Serialization book. Bore diameter: left -.616, right -.618. Bore restrictions: left -.023, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.018. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 85-90% orig blue with minor wear at muzzle and thinning back a few inches from muzzle, some thinning through chamber and forend area, a couple of small spots that have been cleaned and usual minor nicks and scratches. Receiver retains 70-75% orig case colors, thinning and blended with silver patina across bottom and top frame. Trigger guard has only traces of orig blue mixed with silver and brown patina, worn through grip area. Stock is sound with tiny hairline crack behind top tang, a few minor light handling marks, retaining most of an applied oil finish. There is a minor chip from butt plate and from stock that have been blended down and finished over. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor handling marks, retaining a hand-worn patina finish with a light coat of added oil. Mechanics are good with automatic safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37311 BDT13 (2,500-3,500)

*PARKER BROS. VH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 142000. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Vulcan steel bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib, sgl silver sighting bead, 2-9/16″ chambers, MOD / FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top of rib is marked “PARKER BROTHERS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. VULCAN STEEL”. The “O” frame is standard V grade engraved with zigzag border and “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, Parker Bros. dog’s head hard rubber buttplate and blank gold initial shield. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.618. Bore restrictions: left -.025, right -.015. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.024. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine restored rust-blue finish, with only a few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains traces of orig case colors in protected areas, but is mostly a smooth silver patina. Stock is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains a fine factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains a fine factory quality restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, shiny bores with some very shallow pitted spots in right bbl. 4-37855 BDT182 (3,000-5,000)

*PARKER BROS. VHE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 204917. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ Vulcan steel bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib, with dual ivory sighting beads, 3″ chambers, IMP-MOD / IMP-MOD chokes, ejectors and Miller sgl selective trigger. Top rib of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. VULCAN STEEL”. The “O” frame is standard V grade engraved with zigzag border with “PARKER” across bottom center. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip stock with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, Parker Bros. dog’s head hard rubber buttplate and blank gold initial shield. There is a 1-3/8” wood spacer that has been neatly and professionally checkered as an extension to stock. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.616. Bore restrictions: left -.018, right -.020. Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 90-95% orig blue, minor muzzle wear, minor nicks and scrapes, thinning and toning with brown patina in chamber area, rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains 85-90% orig case colors, thinning and blending with silver patina across bottom. Stock is sound with good checkering, minor nicks and dings, retaining orig finish in grip area blending with matching factory quality finish on rear portion of stock. Forend is sound with minor nicks and dings, good checkering, retaining a factory quality finish. Mechanics are crisp, with automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. Gun appears to have had only moderate use. 4-37852 BDT186 (3,500-5,500)

*PARKER BROS. VHE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 204526. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ Vulcan steel bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib, with ivory front and brass center sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-MOD / FULL chokes, ejectors and sgl selective trigger. Top rib of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. VULCAN STEEL”. The “O” frame is standard V grade engraved with zigzag border and “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Mounted with straight grain walnut, replacement checkered beavertail forend, checkered straight grip stock with black vented recoil pad marked “LARRY DEL GRECO & SON” and black 1/4″ spacer. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.022, right -.015. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.033. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 85-90% blue with muzzle wear and some spotting blending with brown patina, a small cleaned spot on right bbl and a larger spot midway on left bbl with some fine shallow pitting, rub marks on bottom from forend. Receiver retains 30-40% dark patina color, blending with silver and brown patina across bottom and top. Stock is sound with good checkering, some darkening around frame, minor crack behind top tang, a small repair on top of comb and retains most of a custom oil finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few handling marks and retains most of a custom oil finish. Trigger works fine, automatic safety; an adequate right ejector but non-functioning left; nice shiny bores. 4-37849 BDT183 (3,000-5,000)

*BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED PARKER BROTHERS VHE SKEET GUN. SN 240866. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Vulcan steel bbls, matted tapered concave rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, skeet in/skeet out choke, ejectors and Parker single selective trigger. Top rib is marked “PARKER BROS.MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A.VULCAN STEEL”. Bbl flats are marked “SKEET IN” on left and “SKEET OUT” on right. The “O” size frame has standard “V” grade zig-zag engraving and “PARKER” across bottom. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered straight grip stock, checkered butt, and gold initial shield engraved “ABM”. The Book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization”, lists gun as “V” Grade, single trigger and ejectors, capped pistol grip, 20 ga, with 26″ bbl. Bore diameter: left -.615, right -.616. Bore restrictions: left -.003, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8. Weight: 7lbs. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Extremely fine as restored. Bbls retain 95% of a factory quality restored blue, there are some minor scratches on left bbl in forend area, a faint rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of a restored case color finish. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks & scrapes & retains most of a custom oil finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few minor nicks & dings, and retains most of a fine oil finish. Mechanics are good when selector starts on left bbl, but when right bbl selected first, the safety does not function. Ejectors are good with nice shiny bores. 4-37869 BDT171 (4,000-7,000)

*PARKER BROS. VH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 172346. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Vulcan steel bbls, tapered, matted, concave rib, with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-1/2″ chambers, IMP-MOD / FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. VULCAN STEEL”. The “O” frame is standard V grade engraved with zigzag border and “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip stock with hard rubber Parker Bros. grip cap, Parker Bros. dog’s head hard rubber buttplate and blank gold initial shield. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.619. Bore restrictions: left -.022, right -.015. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.022. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 80-85% orig blue, strong in protected areas, thinning on sides with numerous handling marks, rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains traces of orig color, strong in protected areas, blending with a silver patina. Stock is sound with sharp re-cut checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of a professional factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with sharp re-cut checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of a professional factory quality restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37857 BDT184 (3,000-5,000)

*RESTORED PARKER BROS. VH GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 172480. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ Vulcan steel bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-1/2″ chambers, IMP-CYL / FULL chokes, extractors and dbl triggers. Top rib of bbl is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. VULCAN STEEL”. The “1” frame is standard V grade engraved with zigzag border and “PARKER BROS.” on each side. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Bros. hard rubber grip cap, checkered side panels, orange vented recoil pad marked “LARRY DEL GRECO & SON” and blank gold initial shield. Bore diameter: left -.665, right -.664. Bore restrictions: left -.028, right -.007. Wall thickness: left -.021, right -.019. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears new since restoration. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine factory quality restored finish with just a few minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its restored case color finish. Stock is sound with a few minor handling marks and retains most of its custom finish. Forend is sound with a couple of minor dings and retains most of its restored custom finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37713 BDT185 (3,000-4,000)

*RESTORED PARKER VHE GRADE 2 BBL SET. SN 241485.. Cal. 16 ga. Set 1) 28″ bbl with tapered matted concave rib and single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL / MOD choke. Set 2) 28″ bbl with tapered matted concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL / FULL choke. This is a late Remington gun without rib markings. Usual V grade receiver with minimal zig-zag border engraving and “PARKER” engraved across bottom. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered pistol grip, Parker hard rubber grip cap, leather covered pad, gold initial shield & checkered splintered forends with metal tip insert for each bbls. Set 1) Bore diameter: left -.670, right -.669. Bore restrictions: left -.020, right -.010. Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.020. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. Set 2) Bore diameter: left -.669, right -.668. Bore restrictions: left -.026, right -.025. Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.027. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. This serial number does not appear in the “Parker Gun Identification & Serialization” book. CONDITION: Extremely fine, near new from restoration. Set 1) Bbls have 98-99% fine restored blue with a few minor nicks & scraps. Set 2) Bbl has 97-98% fine restored blue with sharp edge wear on rib and a few minor nicks & scraps. Receiver has virtually all of its restored orig style case colors. Wood is sound with crisp re-pointed checkering, a few minor light handling marks, and retains nearly all of a fine hand rubbed oil restored finish. Leather covered pad is near new. Forends are sound with crisp re-pointed checkering & a fine hand oiled finish. Metal parts on set 1 has not had restored finish and is a gray patina. Set 2 has restored case colors. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety & strong ejectors & shiny bores in both sets of bbls. 4-33770 JJ (4,000-5,000)

*PARKER BROTHERS VH GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 212643. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Vulcan steel bbls, matted tapered concave rib with single silver sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, MOD/FULL choke, extractors, and dbl triggers. Top rib is marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A. VULCAN STEEL”. The No. 2 size frame is typical “V” grade engraving with zig-zag border and “PARKER BROS” on each side. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with Parker Brothers hard rubber butt grip, and dogs head Parker Brother hard rubber buttplate. The book “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” list gun as “V” Grade, capped pistol grip, 12 ga., with 30″ bbls. Bore diameter: left -.734, right -.736. Bore restrictions: left -.039, right -.032. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 12oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 90-95% orig blue with minor muzzle wear, minor nicks & scratches, and some small areas of minor surface oxidation. Receiver retains 70-75% orig case colors, strong on sides and protected areas, thinning across bottom blending with silver and brown patina. Stock is sound with good checkering, minor nicks & dings and light handling marks & retains a light coat of added finish that has been lightly cleaned and waxed. Forend is sound with slightly flattened checkering, usual nicks, dings & handling marks, and retains a thin coat of added finish. 4-37856 BDT169 (2,500-4,500)

EXTREMELY RARE PARKER BROS HAMMER GUN WITH 38″ BARRELS. SN 46760. Cal. 16ga. 38″ twist steel bbls. Tapered concave rib missing sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers. IMP-MOD/IMP-MOD choked, extractors and double triggers. Top of rib is marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. TWIST.”. The field grade receiver is engraved with “PARKER BROS” on each lock plate with thin line border engraving. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered splinter forend, checker straight grip stock with Parker Bros hard rubber buttplate with flying pigeon. The book “Parker Gun Identification & Serialization” identifies as PT Grade Straight Grip 16ga with 38″ bbls. PT is Grade 0 with plain twist bbls. Consignor states this to be one of two made with 38″ bbls, but the only one known. Bore diameter: left .665, right .667. Bore restrictions: left .015, right .017. Wall thickness: left N/A, right N/A. Drop at heel: 3-1/2″, drop at comb: 2″. Weight: 7lbs. 9oz. LOP 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain a dark brown Damascus blending with silver patina. There are a series of minor dents on left bbl and a couple on right. Minor surface pitting at muzzle area and standard nicks and dings. Receiver is mostly a dark blue-brown patina mixed with silver and gray patina across the bottom. Stock is weathered with most of the checkering worn smooth, hairline cracks behind each lock plate, a repaired break blow left lock plate and some small chips missing along trigger plate on left. Numerous nicks, dings and scratches and retains a hand-worn open grain patina finish. Buttplate is solid but well worn. Forend is solid with well worn checkering, numerous nicks and dings and carries a well worn hand patina finish. Hammer and triggers work well, bbls are slightly loose on face with fairly heavily pitted bores. 4-37847 BDT200 (2,000-4,000)

PARKER BARRELS & FOREND ONLY FOR “O” FRAME DHE GRADE. SN 237611. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ bbls with matted tapered concave rib, single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD/FULL chokes, and ejectors. Rib is marked “PARKER BROS.MAKERS.MERIDEN.CT.U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL”. Accompanied with matching serial numbered checkered splinter forend. Bore diameter: left -.616, right -.618. Bore restrictions: left -.023, right -.014. Wall thickness: left -.026, right -.031. Drop at heel: N/A, drop at comb: N/A. Weight: 3lbs. 6oz. LOP N/A. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with some minor handling marks, nicks & dings. Forend is sound with minor chip on upper left side, sharp checkering, retaining most of its orig finish. The metal tip, release lever and iron all show considerable orig case colors. Bores are nice & shiny. 4-37723 BDT166 (2,500-3,500)

PARKER BARRELS AND FOREND ONLY FOR 1-1/2 FRAME GHE. SN 238554. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls with matted tapered concave rib, single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-MOD/IMP-CYL choke, and ejectors. The top rib on this set of bbls is unmarked. Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.732. Bore restrictions: left -.032, right -.011. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.039. Drop at heel: N/A, drop at comb: N/A. Weight: 3lbs. 12oz. LOP N/A. Bbl forend lug and forearm are stamped with the No. 2. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 90-95% orig blue with some thinning in forearm area and some minor nicks & scratches. Forend is sound with some minor nicks & handling marks, good checkering and retains most of its orig finish. Bright shiny bores. 4-37724 BDT167 (2,000-3,000)

WONDERFUL ELEPHANT SKIN LEG-O-MUTTON TAKEDOWN SHOTGUN CASE THAT BELONGED TO ANNIE OAKLEY. Fine standard leg-o-mutton case for takedown shotgun for 30″ bbls. It is 32-1/2″ overall length x 9-1/2″ wide with a side cleaning equipment pocket containing a 3-pc brass shotgun rod with built-in oiler in handle, marked on handle “C.M. POWERS GUN CLEANER”. Flap of the outside pocket is mounted with a long silver leaf which has block letters “A” on the left end and “O” on the right end with a 1-3/4″ German silver concho in the center that has a tiny buffalo head in its center. Case has a hinged lid on the large end with luggage carrying handle and shoulder strap on the top edge, all made of elephant skin. Inside the lid is a strip of paper that appears to have been cut from the top of a piece of letterhead, printed on the left end “BUFFALO BILL’S / WILD WEST / TROUPE MEMBER”. The right 2/3 of the paper is hand printed in ink “Annie Oakley / PARKER BROTHERS 16 gauge”. As is generally known, Annie Oakley, Miss Sure Shot, was a long time member of Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and toured with the company for many years as their star attraction trick shooting artist with her husband, Frank Butler. Miss Oakley used firearms from most of the manufacturers of her day, including Parker Brothers. She left the Wild West touring company in the early 1900’s after a debilitating back injury, the result of a train wreck, but continued giving shooting exhibitions and instruction. She died in 1926. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is sound showing light to moderate wear with a few small nicks & scratches. A small area of stitching around the toe is loose and the closure strap for the lid also has loose stitching. Overall is dry and in need of treatment. Certainly a most rare and desirable Annie Oakley collectible. 4-37678 JR172 (5,000-7,000)

CHARLES PARKER COFFEE GRINDER. Charles Parker was not only responsible for the manufacture of the extraordinary Parker shotguns, but also his firm produced a number of other objects of hardware during the late 19th and early 20th century, this table top coffee grinder being one of them. The wooden grinder , with cast iron crank on top, had a receptacle into which you would dump coffee beans the crank would grind them up into coffee which would be collected in the small drawer below. The coffee grinder retains its original Charles Parker Company, Meridan, Connecticut label which reads, “PARKER’S 555 RAPID GRINDING ONE POUND MILL”. SIZE: (approx.)10”-11” h (incl. handle). CONDITION: Generally good. The lip of the drawer having been re-glued at one time. 4-38089 JJ (350-650)

CHARLES PARKER & COMPANY REVERSE-PAINTED TABLE LAMP. The Charles Parker Company was not only the manufacturer of some of the finest shotguns ever produced in North America, but also produced a vast array of hardware goods that their company sold during the late 19th and early 20th century. This reverse painted lamp is one of those objects. Reverse-painted lamps were a delightful and attractive furniture element that became popular in the late 19th and early 20th century. Glass blank shades were purchased and artists were hired to paint panoramic dioramas on the reverse of the glass and when illuminated from the inside, it created a beautiful effect. This Parker lamp being an outstanding example in that it still retains the original Charles Parker & Company paper label which was never cleaned off. The label reads, “PARKER SHADES, THE CHARLES PARKER COMPANY, MERIDAN, CONNECTICUT”. The lamp shade scene depicts a lakeside view with bright skies above. A rare Parker item. SIZE: (shade) 15-1/2” dia., (lamp) 22”h. CONDITION: The original bronze-type base has a patinated arabesque design and is in excellent condition. Shade in excellent condition. The paper label on the shade has some small losses. The two light sockets having been replaced at one time and the cord also replaced. 4-38090 JJ (1,200-1,800)

OIL ON CANVAS OF DALL’S SHEEP IN A MOUTNAINOUS SURROUND SIGNED GUY COHELEACH (American, 1933 – ). This terrific rendition of Dall’s sheep in snow in a mountainous surrounding with bright colors has great attention to detail. Signed in the lower left, “Guy Coheleach”. Coheleach is most well known of his depiction of various species of African game and big cats, an extremely popular sportsman’s artist. Framed in a simulated antique wood frame. SIZE: 32”w x 20”h. CONDITION: Generally very good to excellent. 4-38060 JJ (6,000-9,000)

OIL ON CANVAS OF AFRICAN LION & LIONESS SIGNED MAJEWICZ (German, 1897-1965). This large oil on canvas image depicts a large male lion in the foreground with a lioness in the back ground in a savanna-type surrounding. Signed in the lower right. Majewicz did a fair amount of depictions of a considerable amount of African game animals and in particular, specialized in lions. In a framed, antiqued-style frame with gold highlights. SIZE: 35”w x 27-1/2” h (incl. frame). CONDITION: Generally good. 4-38062 JJ (3,500-5,500)

WATERCOLOR ON PANEL OF POINTERS ON QUAIL SIGNED ARTURO. Scene depicts two English pointers on point w/two quail beneath the prickly pear cactus while two others take flight. Signed lower right, “ARTURO” (also with a number that can’t be discerned). Framed in an antique wood style frame and matted (with no glass). SIZE: (incl. frame) 40”w x 30”h. CONDITION: Generally good. 4-37995 JJ (450-850)

GEN. JOE HOOKER ASSOCIATED FAMILY SCRAP ALBUM. Joe Hooker was Mrs. Hanford’s uncle and it appears according to the information included here that this scrapbook apparently belonged to Mrs. Hanford and consisted of numerous excerpts from newspapers, some personal poems or other writings and a few images pasted into this album. This is a hard-bound album consisting of a number of pages. SIZE: 10”h x 8”w. CONDITION: As found. Both exterior covers have become separated from the scrap book and the album is as found. 4-38099 JJ (400-800)

ORIGINAL PEN AND INK POLITICAL CARTOON DEPICTING “UNCLE SAM”. This original work of art, signed by C. J. Newman and dated August 17th, 1901 in the lower right, depicts a very buff “Uncle Sam” shirtless and juggling three balls, one titled, “TOTAL EXPORTS JULY A LITTLE OVER $109 MILLION DOLLARS”; the second, “TOTAL EXPORTS SEVEN MONTHS OVER $830 MILLION DOLLARS”; and the third ball titled, “EXCESS EXPORTS WITH A FIGURE OF A LITTLE OVER $324 MILLION DOLLARS”. A rotund caricature of the earth seated in a bench nearby watches with amazement. SIZE: (incl. frame) 25”w x 31-3/4”h. CONDITION: The artwork generally in very good condition, slightly toned with a couple of tack holes to the right. Now framed with stepped, red, white and blue matting. 4-38097 JJ (450-650)

VERY SCARCE EARLY U.S. MARINE POSTER. This large, graphic Marine poster from the era of WWI was done by one of the country’s leading artist’s of the time; Leydendecker. The poster depicts two U.S. Marines on a tropic island in full uniform; one in prone position with binoculars, the other with signal flag signaling two warships in the harbor. This color lithographed image is flanked on either side with photographic reproductions of various Marine activities including sports, fighting, training, etc., “U.S. MARINES, SOLDIERS OF THE SEA. FOR FULL INFORMATION APPLY RECRUITING STATION”. SIZE: 30”w x 40”h. CONDITION: Some wrinkling with some soiling and staining along the margins. Also with some surface loss in the lithograph image, particularly near the legs and feet of the Marines. A scarce poster. 4-38102 JJ (800-1,200)

RARE WWI POSTER FOR US MARINES. This graphic, patriotic poster features a Marine officer pointing directly at the viewer (much like the “Uncle Sam” I WANT YOU). In this case, the title reads, “THE U.S. MARINES WANT YOU. APPLY AT”. The image of the Marine officer is on a red, white and blue background. Marine posters from this period and before are rather rare. SIZE: 21”w x 28”h. CONDITION: The poster with some wrinkles and some surface losses, most particularly down on the word, “WANT”. Slight overall toning and a little discoloration on the very edge. 4-38101 JJ (650-950)

RARE ORIGINAL PATRIOTIC JAMES MONTGOMERY FLAGG WATERCOLOR. James Montgomery Flagg is probably the most famous patriotic painter ever in the history of the United States. Other than the fact that he was a very fine artist, one of the more important aspects of his fame was the creation of his poster used during WWI, the famous Uncle Sam pointing at the reader and boldly stating, “I Want You For US Army”. An extraordinary amount of these posters were produced in the first World War and later produced in the second World War and are even produced today; it is the most re-created poster ever in the history of our country. A little known fact is that Flagg himself emulated the current accepted image of “Uncle Sam” during the First World War, to the extent that he grew a goatee beard, let his hair grow long and died it white if necessary and had a couple of “Uncle Sam” uniforms that he would dress up in and literally stand in front of a full-length mirror to paint the various “Uncle Sam” images that he did for the creation of posters. This watercolor here, done sometime during the Korean War, or shortly hereafter, depicts an Air Force flyer in full regalia with an F-84 jet plan in the background and a Army infantry man with an M-1 Garand in hand and the “Uncle Sam” (James Montgomery Flagg) figure full center in the image of this creation. This was obviously an original watercolor intended to be made into a poster and is titled at the bottom in red, “I NEED YOU NOW”. The artwork is also signed in the lower right, James Montgomery Flagg and initials in pencil below the image. Matted in red, white and blue layered matting. SIZE: (Overall) 30-3/4’w x 28-1/4”h. CONDITION: Generally good. This being a watercolor, there are a couple of blemishes; one to my left of “Uncle Sam” in the background and scattered soiling throughout. A rare opportunity to own one of the most popular patriotic figures by one of America’s most famous patriotic artist’s! 4-38093 JJ (5,500-7,500)

*SCARCE A. H. FOX DE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 12172. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Krupp Fluid Steel bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib with sgl brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD / FULL chokes, dbl triggers & ejectors. Bbl chambers areas have 3″ wedge of scroll engraving with right bbl marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” and left “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.”. Rib has 1-1/2″ engraved area with blank in center. The fine D grade receiver has “Ansley H. Fox” in an arc, 2 feeding quail & foliate arabesque scroll on left side and similar with woodcock scene on right. Bottom of receiver is engraved with a circle & 2 pointing setters with balance of receiver & trigger guard in very tight foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted in nicely figured “streaky” walnut with checkered side panels, checkered rounded pistol grip & leather-face pad. Fully checkered splinter forend. Bore diameter: left -.725, right -.725. Bore restrictions: left -.032, right -.014. Wall thickness: left -.035, right -.038. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanied by Roe S. Clark letter identifying gun as DE grade 12 ga. with 30″ bbls, choked MOD / FULL, fitted with recoil pad, pull of 14-1/4″, drop at comb 1-1/2″, drop at heel 2-1/2″; gun to weigh 7 lbs. 15 oz. Note on card states “Name in gold on rib” and “Henry Pataky”; gun was shipped to Goshorn, Sept. 15, 1909. Gun is accompanied by vintage leg-of-mutton case. PROVENANCE: The David Herrmann Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain about 90% blue with some minor muzzle wear and a few minor nicks & scratches. Gold name on rib has been removed & blackened in. Receiver retains 65-70% visible color with balance across bottom & sharp edges a silvery patina. Trigger guard has traces of orig blue, but mostly a silver patina color. Stock is sound with minor chip behind top tang and a few light nicks, dings & handling marks. Stock has light coat of wiped-on finish that is worn to a hand patina through grip area. Nearly fully checkered forend has only a couple minor bruises & slightly worn checkering. Gun is tight, mechanics are crisp, with strong ejectors & shiny bores. 4-35249 BDT24 (9,500-12,500)

*RARE A.H. FOX DE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 18531. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Krupp Fluid Steel bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-5/8″ chambers, choked FULL / FULL, dbl triggers & ejectors. Top of right bbl marked “KRUPP FLUID STEEL MADE BY” and left bbl “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.”. Chambers areas have 3″ of fine scroll engraving. Early style D grade receiver is engraved with fine foliate scroll with shaded backgrounds, feeding quail with split-rail fence & “Ansley H. Fox” on left side, feeding woodcock in wooded scene on right, circle with multiple-style borders & 2 pointing setters on bottom. Trigger plate & trigger guard have bold foliate scroll with shaded backgrounds. Mounted with nicely figured piece of walnut with checkered side panels, checkered rounded pistol grip, Silvers recoil pad, checkered splinter forend. This stock was crafted by Abe Chabers of Custom Craft Ltd. to match the orig as closely as possible with dimensions & weight. Accompanying gun is orig stock that was broken & repaired at wrist. Bore diameter: left -.726, right -.726. Bore restrictions: left -.036, right -.036. Wall thickness: left -.034, right -.027. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Accompanied by J.T. Callahan letter identifying gun as DE grade 12 ga., 30″ bbls choked FULL / FULL, 13-1/2″ LOP, 1-1/2″ drop at comb, 2-1/4″ drop at heel, weight 7 lbs. 8 oz. NOTES: small grip, Silvers recoil pad, 2 Lyman sights; use F grade stock; 2nd set of bbls 28″, CYL / MOD, 2 Lyman sights; whereabouts of 28″ bbls unknown. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 95-98% orig blue with minor wear at muzzle & chambers, some thinning along sharp edges of rib & a few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains 60-70% orig case colors, thinned & blended with silver patina across bottom of receiver. Newly fabricated stock is sound & retains virtually 100% of its professionally applied hand-rubbed finish. Forend is sound & finished to match stock as closely as possible. Mechanics are crisp with strong ejectors, non-automatic safety & shiny bores. 4-35584 BDT193 (9,000-12,000)

*FABULOUS A. H. FOX UPGRADED DE SPECIAL S/S SHOTGUN. SN 6165. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ KRUPP fluid steel bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL/FULL chokes, dbl triggers and ejectors. Top of right bbl is hand engraved, “KRUPP FLUID STEEL MADE EXPRESSLY FOR ED SCHULTZ”. Left bbl marked “BY AH FOX GUN CO. PHILA PA. U.S.A.” There is an 1-1/2″ wedge of scroll engr over each chamber. The hinge-pin receiver is engr w/foliate arabesque scroll and eight gold animals; two ducks in flight on left side, quail on left fence and dove on right, two pheasants on right side, a setter on bottom and squirrel on top lever. Safe is in gold and signature “ED SCHULTZ” on trigger guard bow. Water table of receiver is jeweled and engr w/some fine scroll, “SPECIAL” D and SN 6165. Mounted w/dark, nicely figured, burl walnut w/checkered side panels, multi-point finely checkered straight grip w/ribbons, skeleton butt, multi-point checkered splinter forend w/ribbons, ebony tip insert and gold inlaid stylized sunburst on bolster. Bore diameter: left .723, right .724. Bore restrictions: left .034, right .010. Wall thickness: left .032, right .027. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine from upgrade. Bbl retains 97-98% factory-quality blue w/minor thinning at chamber area and some minor rubs and scratches. Receiver retains 90-95% factory quality case coloring, slightly thinning on bottom and sharp edges. Trigger guard retains 70-80% blue w/some wear to silver through grip area. Stock is sound with a professionally repaired crack on lower left side at trigger guard. It has some usual minor nicks and dings and retains most of a fine hand-rubbed finish. Skeleton butt has 60-70% bluing blended with silver and shows moderate wear to checkering. Forend is sound with sharp checkering and retains most of a fine hand-rubbed finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and shiny bores. 4-35400 BDT229 (8,000-12,000)

*OUTSTANDING RESTORED A. H. FOX XE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 30010. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Chromox Fluid Steel bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL / FULL chokes, dbl triggers & ejectors. Chamber areas have 1-1/2″ wedge of leaf-and-vine engraving. Right bbl marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” & left “Made By A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA. U.S.A.”. Rebated X grade receiver engraved with leaf-and-vine pattern with shaded background, an oval with 2 flying ducks & “Ansley H. Fox” on left side & an oval with 2 flying quail and “Ansley H. Fox” on right side. Vignette on bottom is an oval with a fox looking up & hills in background. Remainder of action is leaf-and-vine with shaded background. Mounted with very colorful “streaky” walnut with checkered side panels, checkered rounded pistol grip & Hawkins pad. Checkered splinter forend with Schnable ebony insert tip. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.728. Bore restrictions: left -.037, right -.037. Wall thickness: left -.032, right -.031. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: The David Herrmann Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, as restored. This has an extremely high quality restored finish and could pass for orig. Blue & case colors are near 100%. Trigger guard with gold initials “E.D.” has near all of its finish. Stock is sound with 2 very minor hairline cracks behind top tang & slight chip on bottom left at rebate. There is a filled knot on top rear of comb & left side bottom toe line. Finish is a smooth hand-rub oil with fine fully-pointed checkering. Forend is solid with minor dark area around iron with hand-rubbed oil finish, fine checkering & Schnable ebony insert tip. Gun is tight, mechanics are crisp, with strong ejectors & shiny bores. 4-35246 BDT27 (7,000-10,000)

*UNUSUAL A. H. FOX CE GRADE 12GA SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 19438. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Krupp Fluid Steel bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib with sgl brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL / MOD chokes, dbl triggers & ejectors. Chamber areas have nearly a 2″ wedge of scroll engraving with right bbl marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” and left “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.”. The C grade receiver is a modification of the standard C grade pattern with less scroll and a more elongated oval with “Ansley H. Fox” & 2 quail on left and “Ansley H. Fox” & 2 woodcock on right, both with a blank border surrounding. Circular scroll on trigger plate is a little more open. The circle with pointing setter and hills in background has an inside double-line wavy border & outside the circle a very tight zig zag border. Mounted in a dark “streaky” piece of walnut with checkered side panels, checkered rounded pistol grip, & a replacement Jostam Hy-Gun recoil pad. Checkered splinter forend. Bore diameter: left -.725, right -.724. Bore restrictions: left -.021, right -.012. Wall thickness: left -.026, right -.030. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP 14-1/8″. Accompanied by a vintage leg-of-mutton case. PROVENANCE: The David Herrmann Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain virtually all of a very fine restored finish, with some minor scratching on lower rib & on left bbl about 6″ from muzzle. Receiver has 30% orig case color, mostly in protected areas, with balance a silver gray patina. Trigger guard carries 50% orig blue with silvered edges and silver through grip area. Stock is sound with a tiny hairline behind top tang and another on left side at receiver & a couple of minor nicks & dings; carries a fine hand-worn patina finish. Replacement recoil pad is slightly proud all the way around. Splinter forend is sound with good checkering & hand-worn patina finish. Gun is tight with crisp mechanics, bores are good with some very minor scattered pitting. 4-35240 BDT23 (4,500-6,500)

*INTERESTING A. H. FOX CE GRADE SIDE-BY-SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 200154. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ Krupp Fluid Steel bbls with tapered, matted, concave rib & sgl brass sighting bead, 2-1/2″ chambers, choked FULL / FULL with dbl triggers & ejectors. Chamber areas have 1-1/2″ wedge of scroll engraving. Right bbl is marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” and left “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.”. C grade receiver is usual pattern of foliate scroll surrounding oval with “Ansley H. Fox” & 2 quail on left and “Ansley H. Fox” & 2 woodcock on right. Circular scroll pattern around trigger plate screw & circle with pointing setter with hills in background on bottom of receiver. Mounted with nicely figured walnut with checkered side panels & checkered rounded pistol grip with serrated hard rubber butt plate. Checkered splinter forend with engraved ejector button. Bore diameter: left -.615, right -.616. Bore restrictions: left -.025, right -.025. Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.031. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: The David Herrmann Collection. CONDITION: Very fine from an older restoration. Bbls retain nearly all of an extremely fine, factory quality, restored finish. Receiver likewise has nearly all of a restored case color finish. Trigger guard retains 90% of its restored finish with a slight amount of wear through grip area. Stock is solid with a slight sliver of wood missing on lower left & reshaped in & finished to match. Stock has only a few minor nicks & scratches and has a fine hand-rubbed finish. Forend is sound with good checkering & matching hand-rubbed finish. Gun is tight with crisp mechanics, strong ejectors & shiny bores. 4-35244 BDT21 (5,000-7,000)

*EXTREMELY SCARCE ITHACA NID 4E-GRADE MAGNUM S/S SHOTGUN. SN 500129. Cal. 10 ga. 34″ bbls w/raised, tapered matted solid rib, w/single brass sighting bead, 3-1/2″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke and gold dbl triggers and ejectors. Usual Grade-4 engr w/bold floral scroll w/shaded background, “ITHACA GUN CO.” and flying duck on left side, pheasant w/”ITHACA, N.Y.” on right and stippled top of receiver w/cocking indicators. Mounted w/highly figured flame grain walnut, w/checkered side panels, Fleur de Lis checkered straight grip, gold initial shield and Hawkins recoil pad. Checkered splinter forend w/ebony tip insert. Bore diameter: left .770, right .770. Bore restrictions: left .045, right .043. Wall thickness: left .063, right .060. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 12 lbs. 0 oz. LOP 15″. An interesting note, there is the number “1000” stamped on both bbl flats and water table. CONDITION: Extremely fine as restored. Bbls retain virtually all of a fine factory quality blue. Receiver has virtually all of a fine factory quality restored case-colored finish. Wood is sound w/minor hairline behind top tang, slightly worn checkering, a few nicks and dings and a restored oil finish. Forend is sound w/a couple of grain cracks between checkering and iron, checkering is slightly worn and carries a hand-worn patina finish. Barrels are v. slightly off face Mechanics are good w/auto safety, slightly sluggish cocking indicators, strong ejectors w/nice shiny bores. 4-37251 BDT243 (6,500-8,500)

*ITHACA FLUES MODEL GRADE 4E SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 304280. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ steel bbls, matted tapered rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke, ejectors, and single trigger. The Grade 4 receiver is engraved on left side “ITHACA GUN CO.” with a flying goose in a marsh area surrounded by bold foliate arabesque scroll. Right side is engraved “ITHACA, N.Y.” with standing rooster pheasant surrounded by bold foliate scroll, trigger plate, trigger guard and top of action are engraved with bold foliate scroll. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, multi-point checkered forearm with ribbons, ebony tip insert, push button release, fleur-de-lis checkered pistol grip with sculpted hard rubber grip cap, checkered side panels, black-vented recoil pad, and blank gold initial shield. Bore diameter: left -.728, right -.728. Bore restrictions: left -.035, right -.036. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 10oz. LOP 13-3/8″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 95-98% orig blue with some light handling marks, rub mark on bottom from forend, and a few minor discoloration spots near chambers. Receiver retains 75-80% orig case colors, thinning across bottom blending with light brown patina. Stock is sound with tiny chip missing behind top tang, some minor light nicks and scrapes, good checkering and retains most of a fine factory quality restored finish. Forend is sound with some minor nicks and dings on right edge, good checkering with a few flattened points, a minor nick or ding and retains orig finish blending with hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors, and shiny bores. 4-37310 BDT56 (3,000-5,000)

*OUTSTANDING ITHACA NID FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 464983. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered concave rib with single brass sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke mark CYL/MOD, extractors, and dbl triggers. Chamber area on right bbl is marked “NEW ITHACA FIELD GRADE” and left bbl “ITHACA GUN CO. ITHACA,N.Y.” The last style NID receiver without indicators matted top and zig-zag border engraved. Mounted with semi-fancy walnut, multi-point checkered splinter forend with ebony tip insert, checkered pistol grip with black hard rubber grip cap, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Bore diameter: left -.732, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.017, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.034. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6lbs. 12oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 98-99% orig blue with some minor handling marks and very faint thinning at chamber area. Receiver retains 98-99% strong orig case colors with some minor thinning at sharps edges. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety and bright shiny bores. 4-37988 BDT154 (1,750-2,250)

*LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN A290263. Cal. 410. 26″ bbls, striated tapered rib with single brass sighting bead, 3″ chambers, MOD/FULL choke, extractors and dbl triggers. Top of right bbl is marked “LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL” and left bbl “LEFEVER CO.ITHACA.N.Y.” The small box lock receiver is engraved with a flying goose over a marsh on both sides. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with sculpted checkered hard rubber grip cap, serrated hard rubber buttplate. Bore measurements for 410 are not available. Drop at heel: 3-1/8″, drop at comb: 2″. Weight: 5lbs. 12oz. LOP 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 80-85% orig blue, thinning at muzzle, some minor nicks & dings, a couple small cleaned areas on bottom of left bbl, and light thinning in chamber area. Receiver retains 85-90% bright orig case colors slightly thinning across bottom. Stock is sound with some light handling marks, a few minor chips at buttplate, and retains most of its orig finish. Forend is sound with some minor nicks, scrapes and handling marks & retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety and nice shiny bores. 4-37853 BDT146 (1,000-2,000)

*LEVER EE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH KRUPP STEEL BARRELS. SN 58525. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Krupp steel bbls, matted concave tapered rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-MOD/FULL chokes, ejectors and dbl triggers. Top of right bbl in chamber area is marked “LEFEVER ARMS CO. / KRUPP” and left is marked “STEEL / SYRACUSE. N.Y. U.S.A.” with a fine band of engraving at breech end. The E Grade receiver is engraved with a circle and pointer on point surrounded by scroll on left plate and “LEFEVER/ARMS CO.” on forward portion of left plate. On right plate is setter in circle with scroll and “LEFEVER/ARMS CO.” in front of it. Balance of engraving is fine foliate arabesque scroll mixed with some diamond checkering patterns. Trigger plate is marked “PATENTED / 1872-88-90-94-1907″. Trigger guard is engraved with a duck in flight surrounded by zigzag border engraving. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered straight grip stock with 1″ Silvers recoil pad and blank initial oval. Bore diameter: left .730, right .729. Bore restrictions: left .037, right .033. Wall thickness: left .031, right .033. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 10oz. LOP 14-7/16”. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 80-85% orig blue with minor muzzle wear, minor nicks and scratches, some light thinning in forearm area blending with brown patina. Rib has had both front and center bead relocated and holes neatly filled. Receiver retains 70-75% orig case colors; strong on left plate and across the top, fading on right plate and blending with silver patina across the bottom. Stock is sound with some nicks and shallow dents on left side and across comb, there is a white ivory dot inlaid behind each plate. Checkering is good, but slightly worn and retains orig finish with a light coat of added oil blending with hand worn patina. Forend is sound with minor nicks and dings, lightly worn checkering and retains orig finish with light coat of added oil. Mechanics are crisp with disabled safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37408 BDT199 (7,000-10,000)

*STUNNING LC SMITH 5E GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 211012. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Nitro Steel bbls, tapered matted concave rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4 chambers, FULL/FULL choke, ejectors, and Hunter One single selective trigger. Muzzle of bbls have narrow band of border engraving with matching band and 1-1/2″ wedge of scroll engraving at chambers on each bbl. Top rib is engraved “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO FULTON.N.Y.” followed by an engraved narrow gold band. Receiver is beautifully engraved on left plate of oval with 2 setters on point, with trees and grass in the background and left side with 2 pointers on point, both plates have a ribbon engraved “LC SMITH” with the balance in fine foliate scroll and a bouquet of flowers behind each oval. Bottom of receiver and trigger plate are engraved with bouquet of flowers surrounded by fine foliate scroll. Forward part of receiver on each side has a bouquet of flowers as well as the top of the receiver. Balance is done in fine foliate scroll. Top tang has “S” inlaid in gold at safety. Mounted with highly figured walnut, fully checkered splinter forend with ebony tip insert and engraved banjo shaped release. Checkered round knob pistol grip and brown Pachmayr vented recoil pad. Accompanying gun is a Cody Firearms Museum Marlin letter identifying as a 12 ga, 5E Grade, 30″ bbls, Whitworth steel, inspected by “McNight”, started inspection March 5, 1909 with no further information. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.730. Bore restrictions: left -.033, right -.030. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7lbs. 12oz. LOP 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with some faint muzzle wear and a few light minor handling marks. Receiver retains 95-98% bright strong orig case colors with some minor thinning across bottom and sharp edges. Stock is sound with very nice checkering, some light nicks and scratches and retains nearly all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with some minor nicks and dents, very good checkering, a minor scratch near forend latch, and retains most of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are good except selector is stuck in right to left, non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores as this gun has seen very little use. 4-37670 BDT61 (6,000-10,000)

*FINE L.C.SMITH SMALL BORE FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE WITH EJECTORS. SN FWE182758. Cal. 410ga. 28″ bbls with tapered, matted rib, dual brass sighting beads, 3″ chambers MOD/FULL choke, ejectors and dbl triggers. Chamber area, top of right bbl is marked “L.C. Smith Field Grade” and left bbl “Hunter Arms Co. Inc. M’F’R’S Fulton N.Y. U.S.A”. Standard, non-engraved rcvr with “L.C. Smith” stamped forward portion of each sideplate. Mounted with nicely figured walnut with checkered, splintered forend, checkered pistol grip with hard rubber grip cap and brown, ventilated recoil pad marked “Kerr’s/Beverly Hills Custom Made by Pachmayr”. Kerr’s was a well to do sporting good in Beverly hills that sold a lot of these dainty .410 Smiths, as well as many of their high grade guns. Bore diameter: left -NA, right -NA. Bore restrictions: left -NA, right -NA. Wall thickness: left -NA, right -NA. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb:1-3/8″ . Weight:6lbs10oz. Length of pull: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 90% orig blue with some minor muzzle wear, some minor surface oxidation about 2″ back from each muzzle, a few minor nicks and dings, some faint thinning in forearm area, and a faint rub line on each bbl from forend. Rcvr retains 80% orig case colours with some wear, turning a silver patina across bottom and sharp edges. Triggerguard retains 90% orig blue with some minor thinning through grip area. Stock is sound with numerous nicks and scrapes in the orig varnish showing hand worn patina through grip area and some flaking of orig varnish near recoil pad. Forend is sound with some minor nicks and dings, showing 50% orig varnish mixed with a hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety, strong ejectors, nice shiny bores as gun has seen very little use with top lever well right of center. 4-37298 BDT37 (5,000-7,000)

*DESIRABLE SMALL BORE FOX MODEL B SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN NSN. Cal. 410. 26″ bbls, striated tapered rib with single silver sighting bead, FULL/FULL choke, 3″ chambers, extractors, dbl triggers. Top of right bbl is marked “PROOF TESTED .410 BORE/3 INCH CHAMBER”. Left bbl is marked “FOX SAVAGE ARMS CORPORATION/ CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS.U.S.A. MODEL B”. The small box lock receiver is engraved on each side “FOX” surrounded by some foliate scroll and an oval on bottom with 3 ducks in flight over a marsh scene. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered small beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip with sculpted and checkered hard rubber gripcap, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Bore measurements are unavailable on 410. Drop at heel is 2-3/4″, comb 1-1/2″, weight is 6lbs. 6oz. and LOP 14″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 95% orig blue with some minor nicks & scrapes and usual fine handling marks. Receiver retains 70-75% orig blue, flaking on right side and bottom blending with brown patina. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, the No. 204 stamped behind grip cap, some minor nicks & scratches & retains most of its orig finish. Forend is sound with some minor scratching and light handling marks, but retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto safety and nice bores. 4-37854 BDT139 (500-800)

*BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED STEVENS FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE. SN 52279. Cal. 410. 20-1/4″ bbls, with striated tapered rib, single ivory sighting bead, 3″ chambers, CYL/CYL choke, extractors and dbl triggers. Top of right bbl, at chamber is marked “SELECTED FORGED STEEL”, and left bbl “PROOF TESTED 410 GAUGE”. Box lock receiver is marked “STEVENS” with a flying goose on left side and “J.STEVENS ARMS COMPANY/CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS.U.S.A/PATENTED APRIL 20 1915″. Mounted with dark streaky walnut, dbl diamond checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip with sculpted hard rubber grip cap, and serrated hard rubber buttplate. Bore measurements not available for 410. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″; Comb 1-5/8″; Weight 5lbs, 11oz. LOP 13-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as restored. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine professional quality restored blue. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine restored case coloring, including top lever and trigger guard. Wood is sound with only a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine professional restored finish. Forend is sound with some minor handling arks and retains virtually all of its fine professional restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto safety and nice bores. 4-37848 BDT140 (500-800)

*OUTSTANDING A GALAZAN OVER AND UNDER TWO BARREL 2 GAUGE SET. SN G07. Cal. 20 & 28 ga. Bbl set 1) 20 ga, 30″ bbls, with hand filed solid rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL/MOD choke, ejectors and single trigger. Left side of bbl is marked “CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG.CO.A.GALAZAN”, bib is inlaid with a gold number “1” at breech end. Bottom flat of bbl has gold inlaid no. “1” and “20GA” engraved. There is also a gold inlaid “GAL/7A”. Bottom of bbl is engraved “NEW BRITAIN CT.USA” and forend lug is stamped with a no. “1”. A No. 1 can be found stamped on inside forend iron. Bbl set 2) 28 ga, 28″ hand filed solid rib, dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD/IMP-MOD choke, and ejectors. Left side of bbl is marked “CONNETICUT SHOTGUN MFG.A.GALAZAN” with gold no. “2” inlaid at breech end. Bottomflat has gold inlaid “2” and “28GA”, a small gold inlaid “GAL/7”, with bottom of bbl marked “NEW BRITAIN CT.USA.” Forend lug is stamped with a No. “2” that can also be found on inside forend iron. The sidelock O/U receiver is beautifully engraved in English style rose and scroll and “A. GALAZAN” on each side plate. Right side of trigger plate is signed “CREATIVE ART”. Mounted with exhibition quality walnut, fully checkered forends on each bbl, with push-tip release and engraved forend tip and engraved extended forearm irons, checkered straight grip stock with dropper points behind plates, and checkered butt with engraved heel & toe plates. Bbl set 1) Bore diameter: top -.623, bottom -.623. Bore restrictions: top -.018, bottom -.010. Wall thickness: top -.031, bottom -.031. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6lbs. 11oz. LOP 14″. Bbl set 2) Bore diameter: top -.555, bottom -.555. Bore restrictions: top -.018, bottom -.010. Wall thickness: top -N/A, bottom -N/A. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 10oz. LOP 14″. Accompanied with oak and leather case with brass corners, burgundy felt lining, gold plated accessories and green canvas cover with leather trim. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Both set of bbls retain virtually all of their fine orig blue with just some very faint handling marks and slight edge wear on sharp edges of rib. Receiver is bright and crisp. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering only a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig hand rubbed oil finish. Forends are sound with sharp crisp checkering and retains virtually all of their fine orig hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny new bores as gun appears to be test fired only. 4-35279 BDT229 (55,000-75,000)

*STUNNING CSM AH FOX FE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN F205648. Cal. 28ga. 26″ Krupp fluid steel bbls, matted tapered concave rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP-CYL/MOD chokes, ejectors and Miller single trigger. Top of right bbl is marked “MADE TO ORDER A.H. FOX”, left “KRUPP FLUID STEEL”. Each bbl has 2-1/2″ wedge of scroll engraving with gold lightening bolt and gold band on rib at bbl extension. Forend lug is marked “CT. SHOTGUN MFG. / NEW BRITAIN. CT. U.S.A.”. Bbl flaps are marked with serial number, gauge and chamber marking, oval FOX proof and FE grade designation. The tiny scalloped and rebated box lock frame is profusely engraved with delicate foliate arabesque scroll with two gold pheasants in flight on left side, two gold quail in flight on right side, two gold ducks in oval with gold marsh grass on bottom, gold diamond pattern on each hinge pin, gold pheasant with sculpted gold wire border on trigger guard and “SAFE” inlaid in gold on top tang. Mounted with highly figured walnut, fully checkered miniature beavertail forend with fleur de lis and ribbons. Fleur de lis checkered round knob pistol grip, fleur de lis side panels, fleur de lis checkered butt with scroll engraved skeleton buttplate. Bore diameter: left .557, right .557. Bore restrictions: left .018, right .007. Wall thickness: left N/A, right N/A. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 5lbs. 11oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanying gun is leather take-down case with burgundy felt interior, FOX shotgun label on inside lid and accessories also with hanging tag identifying gun and CSM shotgun certification of originality. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains virtually all of its fine orig blue with some minor light handling marks. Receiver has virtually all of its orig case coloring. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering with a few minor light handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig hand-rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp crisp checkering. A minor handling mark or two and retains virtually all of its orig hand-rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with automatic safety. Strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. This gun appears to have seen very little use. Case is in equally new condition with just some minor light scuffs in leather. 4-37868 BDT203 (17,500-25,000)

*FASCINATING CSM MODEL 21 EXHIBITION SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN W38559. Cal 20 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered vent rib with red Bradley sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke mark IMP-CYL/MOD, ejectors and single selective trigger. Top of left bbl is marked “MODEL 21-CSM/TRADE MARK-20 GAUGE 2-3/4”. Chamber area of each bbl have unique engraving scene with three quail, some grass and foliate scroll all done in multi-colored gold. There are two bands of different colored gold at breech end, one with a punch-dot pattern. The flat side receiver is so extensively engraved with game birds, dogs, foliate scroll, cactus, etc. that it is better that you view the photos for a full affect of this stunning work of art, which is signed on right side of trigger plate “CAPECE”. Mounted with exhibition feathery burl walnut, “B” carved beavertail forend with accenting additional carved floral scroll, ebony tip insert and accenting gold wire border surrounding the entire work, “B” carved straight grip stock, with accenting additional carved floral scroll, and accenting gold wire border surrounding the entire work, checkered butt with engraved and gold inlaid skeleton buttplate and blank gold oval. Trigger guard bow is uniquely pierced with three multi-colored gold quail inflight. Bore diameter: left -.616, right -.615. Bore restrictions: left -.015, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.036. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 8oz. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine, gun appears to be new since completion with only a couple minor handling marks. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine factory blue. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig case colored finish. Stock is sound with sharp dry checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine hand rubbed orig oil finish. Forend is sound with dry crisp checkering and retains virtually all of its fine hand rubbed orig oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bore as gun appears to be factory test fired only. 4-38075 BDT238 (30,000-40,000)

*CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING MODEL 21 GRADE 5 .410 SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN W38058. Cal. 410. 26″ bbls with mated tapered vent rib, ivory front sighting bead, 3″ chambers, choke marked WS1, WS2, ejectors, single selective trigger. Top of rib is marked “CUSTOM BUILT”, there is 1″ wedge of scroll engraving over each chamber. Bbl flats have lightning cuts, the flat side receiver is engraved in a Winchester Grade 5 pattern with oval with pheasant on left side, oval with grouse on right, and circle with setter carrying a quail on bottom, with balance a fine arabesque foliate scroll, water table has lighting cuts to reduce weight. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend with ebony tip insert, checkered straight grip stock, checkered butt and blank gold oval. Bore diameter: left -N/A, right -N/A. Bore restrictions: left -N/A, right -N/A. Wall thickness: left -N/A, right -N/A. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 15oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanied with tan leather take down case, green felt lining, Winchester Model 21 label on inside lid, and accessories. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears as new. Bbls retain virtually all of their orig blue, with a couple minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor handling marks, and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor scratches on left and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Case is excellent with some minor scuffing and a couple spots of discoloration. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. 4-37427 BDT162 (13,000-18,000)

*CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING MODEL 21 GRADE 5 SIDE BY SIDE. SN W38100. Cal 20 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered vent rib, ivory front sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked WS1, WS2, ejectors, and single selective trigger, with 1/2 wedge of scroll engraving over each chamber. The flat side Model 21 frame is engraved in a Winchester Grade 5 pattern with oval and pheasant on left side, oval with grouse on right, oval with setter carrying a quail on bottom with balance being a fine foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend with ebony tip insert, checkered straight grip stock, checkered butt, and blank gold oval. Bore diameter: left -.613, right -.613. Bore restrictions: left -.003, right -(.010). Wall thickness: left -.038, right -.040. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6lbs. 15oz. LOP 14-3/8″. Accompanied with brown leather take down case with burgundy felt lining, snap caps and oil bottle. CONDITION: Extremely fine, as gun appears new. Bbls retain virtually all of their orig blue, with a couple minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue. Stock is sound with a couple minor handling marks, sharp checkering and retains virtually all of its orig oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a couple minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors, and bright shiny bores. Case is in like new condition with a few minor scuffs in leather. 4-37429 BDT161 (10,000-15,000)

*CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING MODEL 21 GRADE 5 SIDE BY SIDE. SN W38069. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered vent rib, red Bradley front sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked IMP-CYL/MOD, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Top of rib is marked custom built with 1/2 wedge of scroll engraving over each chamber. The flat side Model 21 frame is engraved in a Winchester Grade 5 pattern with oval and pheasant on left side, oval with grouse on right, oval with setter carrying a quail on bottom with balance being a fine foliate arabesque scroll. Mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend with ebony tip insert, checkered straight grip stock, checkered butt, and blank gold oval. Bore diameter: left -.664, right -.663. Bore restrictions: left -.016, right -.009. Wall thickness: left -.027, right -.030. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 4oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanying gun is a brown leather take down case with green felt lining, a Winchester Repeating Arms label on inside cover and accessories. CONDITION: Extremely fine, gun appears new. Bbls retain virtually all of their orig blue with one some very minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig factory blue. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, only a very few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a couple handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright new shiny bores. Case is in like new condition with just a couple minor scuffs. 4-37428 BDT160 (10,000-15,000)

*CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 21 .410 WITH GOLD DOGS AND FACTORY VENT RIB. SN W32839. Cal. 410. 28″ bbls, factory matted vent rib with red Bradley sighting bead, choke marked “WS1” & “WS2″, 3” chambers, ejectors and selective single trigger. Top of left bbl is marked “MODEL 21-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-410-3 IN.” Bbl flats have lightning cuts and are engine turned as well as ejectors, breech face and inside surface of forend iron. The flat side receiver is inlaid with gold dogs on left, right and bottom of receiver. Top tang has “SAFE” inlaid in white gold. Water table of receiver has lightning cuts to reduce weight and is engine turned as well as standing breech. Mounted with highly figured, colorful walnut, beavertail forend with “A” carving, straight grip stock with “A” carving, checkered butt and blank gold oval. Bore measurements are not available for 410. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 9oz. LOP 14-9/16″. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears as test fired only. Bbls retain virtually all of their orig blue with only a few minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a couple tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine hand rubbed finish. Forend is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a few tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine hand rubbed finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright new bores as gun appears test fired only. 4-38077 BDT232 (27,500-32,500)

*STUNNINGLY NEW WINCHESTER MODEL 21 WITH FACTORY VENT RIB. SN 4863. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, matted vent rib with single red Bradley sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked MOD/FULL, ejectors and single selective trigger. Top of left bbl is marked “MODEL 21-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-20 GAUGE 2-3/4″. The early step side receiver is void of any marking on water table except for the Winchester circle WP proof. Mounted with incredible figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered straight grip stock with checkered side panels, and checkered butt. Bore diameter: left -.615, right -.615. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.015. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.034. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 7lbs. 4oz. LOP 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine, gun shows to be test fired only. Bbls retain virtually all of their orig blue with just a few of the smallest of handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a few minor tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig hand rubbed finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a few tiny handling marks, and retains virtually all of its orig hand rubbed finish. Mechanics are crisp with auto-safety, strong ejectors and bright new shiny bore. 4-38076 BDT231 (12,500-17,500)

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 STANDARD GRADE WITH VENT RIB. SN 14807. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ bbls, tapered matted factory vent rib, red Bradly front and silver center sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked “WS1 & WS2”, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Side of left bbl at chamber is marked “WINCHESTER-16GA/2-3/4CHAM.” Usual step side receiver mounted with very nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip and Winchester solid red recoil pad. Bore diameter: left -.664, right -.664. Bore restrictions: left -.005, right -(.018). Wall thickness: left -.029, right -.024. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 4oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with some very faint muzzle wear, a few tiny handling marks, and faint rub on bottom from forend. Receiver retains 95% orig blue, some faint sharp edgewear, some minor thinning on trigger palate blending with brown patina. Top center and top of opening lever area a fine orig matte finish. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor faint handling marks and a few tiny scratches, retaining most of its orig finish with some slight hand worn patina in grip area. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks & scrapes & retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp, non-auto safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37454 BDT149 (7,500-9,500)

*FANTASTIC PAUL JAEGER CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 12124. Cal. 20ga. 28″ matted tapered vent rib, white front, silver center sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked WS1, WS2, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Left side of bbls marked “WINCHESTER 20 GAUGE/2-3/4 CHAM.” Right side “PAUL JAEGER, INC./JENKIN TOWN,PA.” There is an 1-1/4″ wedge of scroll engraving and gold wire band over each chamber. The custom engraved flat side receiver has gold rooster pheasant in flight with corn field in background on left, gold ruff grouse in flight with wooded background on right. Two gold quail in flight in circle with split rail fence in background on trigger plate with the balance of receiver including top lever and trigger guard engraved with fabulous foliate arabesque scroll, accented with very fine gold wire border. The trigger plate is marked “DELUXE SKEET”, in front of trigger guard is signed “ENGRAVED BY CLAUS WILLIG”. Mounted with highly figured exhibition quality walnut, with checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip stock with engraved & gold wire metal grip cap, and checkered butt. Bore diameter: left -.612, right -.612. Bore restrictions: left -.008, right -(.017). Wall thickness: left -.034, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 1oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine custom blue finish with just a few minor handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine custom blue finish. Stock is sound with sharp checkering a couple minor handling marks, and retains virtually all of its fine custom oil finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, minor handling marks, and retains virtually all of its fine custom oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. 4-37871 BDT164 (8,000-12,000)

*BEAUTIFUL WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 22021. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered concave rib, red Bradley front, silver center sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, “WS1, WS2” choke marked and single selective trigger. Left side of bbl at chamber is marked “WINCHESTER-20 GAUGE/2-3/4 CHAM.” Standard step side Model 21 frame with trigger plate stamped “SKEET” below screw. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard rubber grip cap and serrated thin white line recoil pad. Bore diameter: left -.613, right -.613. Bore restrictions: left -.006, right -(.020). Wall thickness: left -.032, right -.032. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6lbs. 15oz. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue, some minor wear on muzzle, a few minor handling marks, and rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains virtually all of a fine factory restored blue. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, minor nicks & dings, and retains most of a thin coat of added finish with hand worn patina in grip area. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks & dings, & retains a thin coat of added finish, blending with some hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and bright shiny bores. 4-37456 BDT157 (7,000-9,000)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 7033. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ bbls, matted tapered concave rib, red Bradley front and silver center sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked MOD/FULL, ejectors, single selective trigger. Left side of bbl is marked “WINCHESTER-16 GAUGE/2-3/4CHAM.”. Step side model 21 receiver, mounted with nicely figured walnut checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip and red Winchester recoil pad. Bore diameter: left -.665, right -.664. Bore restrictions: left -.025, right -.004. Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Weight: 7lbs. 4oz. LOP 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain95-97% orig blue, minor muzzle wear, minor light handling marks, faint rub mark from forend on bottom. Receiver retains 95% orig blue, some minor sharp edgewear, minor thinning on floor plate, and a couple light handling marks. Stock is sound with good checkering, a few minor nicks & dings, and retains a clean hand rubbed oil finish. Forend is sound with good checkering a few minor nicks & scrapes and retains a clean hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, auto-safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-37455 BDT152 (7,000-9,000)

*COMPOSED PAIR OF EARLY CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FLAT SIDES. SN 10685, 11090. Cal. 12 ga. GUN 1: 28″ bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib, dual silver sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked MOD / FULL, ejectors and sgl selective trigger. Rib is marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” with the number “1” at breech end. Flat side Model 21 receiver with matching number “1” on top lever. Mounted with highly figured walnut, full checkered beavertail forend with ebony insert and the number “1” marked center of forend iron, checkered straight grip stock, leather-covered recoil pad and gold oval engraved “GRAY”. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.012. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.034. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP 14-7/16″. GUN 2: 28″ bbls, matted, tapered, concave rib, with dual silver sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked WS1 / WS2, ejectors and sgl selective trigger. Top of rib is marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” with the number “2” at breech end. Flat side Model 21 receiver with matching number “2” on top lever. Mounted with highly figured walnut, full checkered beavertail forend with ebony insert and the number “2” marked center of forend iron, checkered straight grip stock, leather-covered recoil pad and gold oval engraved “GRAY”. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.728. Bore restrictions: left -.006, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.033. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. This pair of guns is accompanied by a 2-gun brown leather luggage case with burgundy felt interior and embossed on front “W.S.G. JR.”. This pair of guns was ordered by Mr. Gray a few months apart in late 1939 and early 1940 and accompanied by final inspection reports from the Cody Firearms Museum. CONDITION: GUN 1: Extremely fine. Gun retains virtually all of a fine factory restoration. There are just a few minor handling marks on metal surfaces. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor bumps and bruises, retaining oil finish blending with hand-worn patina. Forend is sound with good checkering and retains an oil finish blending with hand-worn patina. GUN 2: Virtually same condition as GUN 1. Crisp mechanics, automatic safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores for GUN 1, likewise for GUN 2. Case is solid with moderately scuffed corners and some minor areas of darkening on leather. 4-37432 BDT178 (11,000-15,000)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM WITH FACTORY VENT RIB. SN 26490. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, matted tapered vent rib, with dual ivory sighting beads. 2-3/4″ chambers, FULL/FULL choke markings, ejectors, single selective trigger. Top of ventilated rib is marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. Flat side Model 21 custom receiver, mounted with highly figured walnut “B” carved, beavertail forend with ebony tip insert, factory replacement “B” carved pistol grip stock with sculpted metal grip cap, and Winchester solid Red recoil pad. Also accompanying gun is matching serial number factory stock, “B” carved pistol grip with metal sculpted grip cap, Monte Carlo vented Winchester recoil pad with black spacer. Accompanying gun are a number of letters, invoices and work orders from the orig owner dated in 1972, identifying the factory work done at that time. Bore diameter: left -.729, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.033, right -.013. Wall thickness: left -.035, right -.033. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7lbs. 13oz. LOP 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears new from factory restoration. Bbls retain virtually all of their factory restored blue, with a few tiny handling marks and a slight rub mark on bottom of forend. Flat side receiver retains virtually all of its factory restored blue finish. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, only a minor handling mark or two and retains a fine hand rubbed orig oil finish. The orig stock is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its factory restored finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering and retains virtually all of its fine factory restored oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors, and nice shiny bores. 4-37453 BDT159 (8,000-12,000)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FACTORY VENT RIB TRAP GRADE SIDE BY SIDE. SN 25749. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl, matted tapered vent rib with dual silver sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked FULL/FULL, ejectors, and single selective trigger. Left bbl is marked on side “MODEL 21-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-12 GAUGE 2-3/4”. Standard step side receiver with trigger plate stamped “TRAP” over screw. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, and solid red recoil pad marked “WINCHESTER”. Bore diameter: left -.727, right -.727. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.033. Wall thickness: left -.039, right -.038. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 8lbs. LOP 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blue with some minor small handling marks and rub mark on bottom from forend. Receiver retains 97-98% factory restored blue with some minor sharp edgewear and some tiny flaking spots on trigger plate. Wood is solid with sharp checkering a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of a factory restored finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains nearly all of its factory restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety and bright shiny bores. 4-37452 BDT158 (6,000-8,000)

*EXTREMELY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TOURNAMENT SKEET GRADE WITH CASE. SN 4064. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl with tapered, matted, concave rib, red Bradley front and silver center sighting beads, ejectors, WS1 & 2 marked chokes, single selective trigger. Usual Model 21 rcvr with floor plate stamped “Tournament” over screw and “Skeet” under. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forend, checkered pistol grip with steel, sculpted grip cap and checkered butt. Bore diameter: left -.731, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.010, right -(.016). Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.023. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb:1-1/2″ . Weight:7lbs7oz. Length of pull:14″. Accompanied by brown, leather luggage case with red, felt lining, maker’s label inside lid and access. incl. new hanging tag. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains nearly all of a fine orig quality blue, with just a few very minor, light handling marks. Rcvr, likewise, retains nearly all the fine factory quality blue with sharp, crisp lines. The factory replacement stock is sound with sharp, crisp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor handling marks and scratches and retains most of its orig finish, blending with some hand worn patina across bottom. Mechanics are crisp with non-auto safety, strong ejectors and nice shiny bores. 4-36278 BDT35 (7,000-10,000)

*CASED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TRAP/SKEET GRADE 2 BARREL SET W/VENT RIBS. SN 14960. Cal. 12ga. First bbl set is 32″, with matted, tapered, vent rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 3″ chambers, choke marked IMP-MOD/FULL, and ejectors. Second bbl set is 28″, with matted, tapered, vent rib with dual ivory sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke marked “WS1 & 2” and ejectors. Also equipped with factory selective single trigger. Step side, Model 21 frame with trigger plate stamped “Trap” over trigger plate screw and “Skeet” below it. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered beavertail forearm, checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard-rubber grip cap, straight comb and Winchester solid red recoil pad. Accompanied by Cody Museum Firearms Letter identifying as a “G2100B Trap Grade Pitch 1-1/2″, Pull 14-5/8″, Drop at Heel 1-5/8″, and Drop at Comb 1-1/2″. Beavertail fore end made for R.S. Elliott Arms Co., started inspection March 26, 1941; completed inspection April 9, 1941. R&R March 7, 1949, #100670, Skeet, Right WS1, Left WS2.” Set 1: Bore diameter:left -.731, right -.731. Bore restrictions: left -.015, right -.034. Wall thickness: left -.033, right -.034. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb:1-3/8″ . Weight:8lbs6oz. Length of Pull:14″. Set 2:Bore diameter: left -.736, right -.734. Bore restrictions: left -.014, right -.015. Wall thickness: left -.020, right -.028. Drop at heel:1-7/8″ , drop at comb:1-3/8″ . Weight:7lbs15oz. Length of Pull: 14″. Accompanied by brown leather luggage case with dark red felt interior. CONDITION: Extremely fine as totally restored. Both bbl sets retain nearly all of a fine factory quality blue, with a few minor nicks and scrapes. Likewise, rcvr retain virtually all of a fine, high-polish restored blue finish. Stock is solid with good checkering, some minor handling marks and retains most of a factory quality, restored finish. Forend is sound with a hairline crack at front, left edge. Checkering is good, with some minor handling marks and retains most of a fine, factory quality, restored finish. Metal retains nearly all of a fine, restored blue finish. Mechanics are crisp with non-automatic safety, strong ejectors and bbl set one has shiny bores with some light frosting near forcing cone; bbl set 2 has lightly frosted bores. 4-37374 BDT34 (7,000-10,000)

*STUNNING WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FIELD GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN. SN 17242. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, tapered, matted concave rib, single silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, choke mark MOD/IMP MOD, ejectors and single selective trigger. Side of left bbl is marked “WINCHESTER-12 GA/ 2-3/4 CHAM.” Standard stepside receiver, mounted with highly figured walnut, checkered splinter forend, checkered pistol grip, checkered Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bore diameter: left -.733, right -.733. Bore restrictions: left -.017, right -.005. Wall thickness: left -.031, right -.028. Drop at heel: 2-2/3″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7lbs. 4oz. LOP 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Very Fine. Bbls retain 95-98% fine factory quality blue with just a few minor handling marks and a tiny rub from the forend. Receiver retains nearly all of a fine factory quality blue with a few minor light handling marks. Stock is sound with good checkering, a small hairline crack off rear right side of upper tang, some minor handling marks, with back-half having been lightly cleaned and grip area forward retaining orig finish. Forend is sound with good checkering, a few minor handling marks, and retains a fine hand rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are good with non-auto safety, strong ejectors with nice bores. 4-37296 BDT55 (5,000-7,000)

WINCHESTER MATCH GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN 1213. Cal.12 Ga. The match gun was the highest grade sold by Winchester. This example has 30″ nicely patterned laminated Damascus w/ “Winchester Repeating Arms Co. (Match gun) New Haven, Conn. U.S.A.” engraved on broad concave rib w/ doll’s head extension. There is a decorative band of engraving around breeches. Bbl flats have maker’s logo (“R X R” for Richard Redmond). Bottoms of bbls have Birmingham provisional and definitive proofs and are marked “12 B”, “14 M”, and “Not for Ball” denoting chokes. Action has proofs on water table, and features dual under lugs, doll’s head extension, top lever, and rebounding hammers. Action is engraved w/ about 50% coverage of scroll. Lock plates are marked “Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Match Gun” w/ scroll, and dogs in ovals at rear. Low set serpentine hammers have scroll. Trigger guard has SN at grip w/ “W R A & Co” logo on bow. Streaked and lightly figured semi-pistol grip European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over a checkered horn butt plate w/ a gold shield crest plate at wrist engraved w/ letter “J”. 18 LPI checkering has mullered borders. Forend attaches to bbl w/ roller spring detent, and has decoratively filed steel tip w/ wood and checkering to match buttstock. Bore diameter: left -740, right -740. Bore restrictions: left -.030, right -.029. Wall thickness: left -.042, right -.045. Drop at heel:3-1/4″, drop at comb: 2″. Weight: 8 lbs 2oz. New Browning case has brown interior. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished. Bbls retain virtually all of a very pleasing re-brown w/ excellent definition of pattern. Action retains 70%-80% color, silver at bottom, on tips of fences, and on hammers. Stock retains most of a hand rubbed oil finish w/ numerous marks and dents, and a hair line crack behind right lock plate. Checkering is slightly worn and dirty. Action is very slightly loose and off face. Locks are crisp. Bores are very fine, bright and shiny, w/ some slight pitting toward breech on right bbl. Case is near new. A good example of this very scarce gun. 4-37471 MGM72 (4,500-7,500)

*SUPERB WINCHESTER MODEL 12, SUPERGRADE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN 1720543. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber with matted solid rib and ivory bead front sight, bbl is choke marked FULL. Standard receiver mounted with highly figured walnut, beavertail forend with checkered side panels, and diamond panel checkered bottom, checkered pistol grip with sculpted steel grip cap and checkered Winchester hard rubber butt. Bore diameter: -.667. Bore restriction: -.035. Wall thickness: -.030. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight 7lbs. LOP: 14″. Accompanied with original 2-piece box, with dividers, wax paper and wooden end inserts, no tags or pamphlets. Proper end label including matching serial number. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears to be test fired only. Bbl retains virtually all of its fine orig blue, with only a few faint handling marks. Magazine tube retains nearly all of its orig blue, with a couple faint rub marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig blue. Wood is sound with a couple very tiny handling marks and retains most of its orig finish. Beavertail forend is sound with a couple faint handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright new shiny bore, as gun shows to be test fired only. Box is in extremely good shape with a fine legible end label. 4-37457 BDT53 (3,000-5,000)

*FANTASTIC WINCHESTER MODEL 12 3 PIN VENT RIB SKEET GUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN 1967835. Cal 20 ga. 26″ rnd bbl, 3 pined striated vent rib with Bradley red front and silver center sighting beads, duckbill extension on receiver, and bbl is choke marked “WS1″. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, target beavertail forend with checkered side panels and diamond checkered panel on bottom. Checkered pistol grip with sculpted steel grip cap and Winchester checkered hard rubber buttplate. Accompanying gun is orig 2-piece box with proper end label and serial number. Box has both dividers and both wooden end inserts and orig was paper. There is a crumpled up piece of newspaper dated April 6, 1965, no tags or pamphlets are included. Bore diameter: -.613. Bore restriction: -(.020). Wall thickness: -.051. Weight 7lbs. Drop at heel: – 2-3/16″. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Length of pull: 14”. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears to have been test fired only. Bbl retains 99% orig blue with a faint mark on bottom caused by mag tube and maybe a few tiny handling marks. Mag tube has some faint thinning caused from working the forend and slide bar has some thinning at very sharp edge. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine orig blue with a couple of minor handling marks with the top of the receiver being a matte finish. Stock is sound with some tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with a couple minor tiny marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Box is extremely clean and crisp. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore, as gun appears to have only been test fired. 4-37449 BDT (3,500-6,500)

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SOLID RIB DOUBLE DIAMOND DELUXE. SN 18011. Cal. 410 ga. 26″ bbl with solid matted rib, sgl silver sighting bead, 3″ chambers, FULL choke marked. Standard 42 receiver mounted with fancy walnut, beavertail forend with checkered side panels with dbl diamond pattern in each, checkered pistol grip with sgl diamond and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bore measurements are unavailable for 410. Drop at heel 2-3/16″, drop at comb 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 95-97% orig blue with some minor nicks and scratches, some faint thinning on sharp edges and minor thinning in chamber area. Mag tube retains much orig blue with some silvering on extension from working the forearm. Receiver retains 95-97% blue with some minor thinning on sharp edges, a small area on top of receiver with some shallow surface oxidation and some faint scratching on right side. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains most of a fine oil finish. Forend is sound with some minor handling marks and retains most of a fine oil finish. Mechanics are crisp with a bright shiny bore. 4-37451 BDT174 (6,500-12,500)

*RARE FACTORY VENT RIB WINCHESTER MODEL 42. SN 130062. Cal. 410 ga. 28″ bbl with rectangular base vent rib, dual ivory sighting beads, marked “SIMMONS PATENTED” on left side, 3″ chamber and choke marked MOD. Standard Model 42 receiver with rib extension and matted top, mounted with nicely figured walnut, beavertail forend with checkered side panels, checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber grip cap and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bore measurements are unavailable for 410. Drop at heel 2-5/16″, drop at comb 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 98-99% orig blue with some minor handling marks, faint rub mark in chamber area from forend on right side. Receiver retains 98-99% orig blue with some very faint sharp edge wear and a few very minor handling marks. Stock is sound with sharp checkering, a few tiny bumps and bruises and retains virtually all of its orig varnish finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, some minor nicks and bruises and retains virtually all of its orig varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore, as gun has seen very little use. 4-37450 BDT175 (5,500-7,500)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 ROUND POST VENT RIB SKEET GUN. SN 1738802. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber, with round post vent rib, Red Bradley front and silver center sighting beads. Bbl is choke marked “WS-1”. Standard receiver with narrow matted rib extension, mounted with nicely figured walnut, beavertail forend with checkered side panels and diamond checkered panel on bottom, checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, and checkered Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bore diameter: -.727. Bore restrictions: -(.015). Wall thickness: -.055. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″ . Weight: 7lbs. 9oz. LOP 14″ . CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 98% orig blue with a couple minor scuff marks. Magazine tube extension has a couple of faint scratches. Receiver retains nearly all of its orig blue polished on side and matted across top with just a couple fine faint scratches and tiny handling marks. Wood is sound with sharp checkering, a few tiny depression dents, a little flaking in toe area and retains most of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with some minor handling marks, sharp checkering and retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore. 4-37448 BDT54 (2,000-3,000)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP GRADE PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN. SN 1157772. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl with 2-pin factory vent rib with red front and ivory center sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chamber, FULL choke marked; mag tube extension is marked “MODEL – 12 – TRAP”. Standard Model 12 receiver with milled top and duckbill extension. Mounted with highly figured walnut, beavertail forend with checkered side panels, 3-diamond pattern on bottom with center uncheckered, checkered pistol grip stock with sculpted metal grip cap and red Winchester marked vented recoil pad. Bore diameter: .728. Bore restriction: .032. Wall thickness: .042. Drop at heel 2″, drop at comb 1-3/8″. Weight: 9 lbs. LOP: 13-13/16″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% orig blue with faint mark on bottom from take-down, faint mark on side from forend and a few minor nicks and scrapes. Receiver retains 95% orig blue with some faint sharp edge wear and usual minor nicks and scrapes. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks and scrapes and shows a light cleaning to its orig varnish finish, blending with hand-worn patina. Forend is sound with good checkering, some minor nicks and scrapes, retaining most of its orig varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp with a bright shiny bore. 4-37466 BDT176 (1,250-2,250)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 CUSTOM ENGRAVED SUPER PIGEON TRAP GUN. SN 1930229. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ rnd bbl with 3 pin striated vent rib, silver front and center sighting beads, choke marked “FULL”, duckbill extension on receiver. Magazine tube extension above serial number has characteristic pigeon engraved. Receiver is custom engraved with a chukar hunting scene with two setters and two chukars in flight in a wooded and open meadow scene accented by bold foliate scroll with stippled background on left side. Right side is a marsh scene with 4 ducks taking flight accented by the bold foliate arabesque scroll background. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, “A” carved beavertail target forend, “A” carved pistol grip with metal “WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS” grip cap, Monte Carlo and vented red Winchester recoil pad. Bore diameter: -.727. Bore restrictions: -.030. Wall thickness: -.042. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 8lbs. 10oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95% orig blue, some minor muzzle wear, faint rub mark on bottom from mag tube, and some minor nicks and dings. Receiver retains 95% of its fine custom matching blue with some thinning at sharp edges and some discoloration spots in matting across top of receiver. Stock is sound with some minor nicks and dings and crazing to its orig finish. Forend is sound with minor nicks and dings, retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a shiny bore. 4-37395 BDT50 (4,000-6,000)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 “Y” SERIES TRAP GUN. SN Y2015713. Cal 12 ga. 30″ bbl, with striated rectangular post vent rib, Red Bradley front and silver center sighting beads, 2-3/4″ chamber, and FULL choke. Standard Model 12 receiver with duck bill extension and matted top. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, beavertail target forend with checkered side panels, two checkered diamond patterns and one uncheckered diamond on bottom, checkered pistol grip with metal Winchester grip cap, straight comb, and black solid Winchester recoil pad. Bore diameter: -.734. Bore restrictions: – .040. Wall thickness: -.046. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 8lbs. 2oz. LOP 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with some minor handling marks. Receiver retains 97-99% orig blue with a couple minor marks and some faint sharp edge wear. Both follower and bolt are engine turned. Stock is sound with some minor nicks & scrapes and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with minor handling marks and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore as gun appears to have seen very little use. 4-37467 BDT143 (950-1,450)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 97 PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN. SN 989059. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbl, sgl silver sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chamber, choked marked FULL. Standard Model 97 receiver with exposed hammer, mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, flat bottom forend with 14 rings, uncheckered pistol grip stock with solid red Winchester recoil pad. Bore diameter: .728. Bore restriction: .035. Wall thickness: .071. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 1 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% orig blue with some minor nicks and scratches, a couple of small areas of surface oxidation and some minor thinning in chamber area. Mag tube retains orig blue mixed with silver and brown patina. Receiver retains 95-97% orig blue with some minor thinning at sharp edges and a couple of minor nicks and scratches. Stock is sound with a couple of shallow depression dents, a few light scratches and retains much of its orig varnish finish. Forend is sound with minor nicks and scratches, retaining orig varnish finish blending with hand-worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with a nice bright shiny bore. 4-38052 BDT173 (750-1,250)

*ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY MARKED WINCHESTER 97 RIOT GUN. SN 458510. Cal. 12 ga. 20″ bbl with modified brass bead sight, CYL marked choke, non-take-down variation. Standard 97 receiver stamped “ADAMS EXP. CO.” on front left side, with SN stamped on rear left side by hand and a series of 3 stamps that are illegible. Mounted with straight grain walnut, 7″ forend with 18 rings, uncheckered pistol grip stock and checkered steel buttplate. Bore diameter: .729. Bore restriction: (.003). Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP 13-9/16″. CONDITION: Good. Bbls, mag tube and receiver retain a brown patina with numerous scratches, nicks and dings. Stock is sound with cracks on left side above trigger guard and behind it, numerous nicks, dings and handling marks and retains varnish finish blending with hand-worn patina. Forend is fine with crack running from front ring about halfway back on right side and 1/2″ chip on rear portion on left side, usual nicks and dings, retaining a varnish finish blending with hand-worn patina. Action is sticky but functioning, bore is dark with some scattered minor pitting. 4-35992 BDT172 (2,000-3,000)

VERY RARE WINCHESTER LEE NAVY SPORTER. SN 10553. Cal. 236. 24″ rnd bbl, pedestal front with pinned nickel blade sight, serrated side “V” notch sporting rear with set screw. The unique Lee Navy receiver is marked on left side “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN.CONN.U.S.A.PAT. OCT.10.93.JAN.30.94.0CT.8.95” Serial No. is found stamped across front receiver ring. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, finger groove forend with schnable tip, uncheckered rnd knob pistol grip and steel carbine buttplate with trap door. Accompanying firearm is Cody Firearms Museum Winchester letter, identifying as rifle, received in warehouse July 20, 1897, shipped from warehouse July 24, 1897 with one other arm on Order No. 11988. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with some minor surface oxidation just behind front sight and usual light nicks & dings. Receiver & bolt retain 85-90% orig blue with some minor surface oxidation on left side of receiver mixing with brown patina. Top of bolt has nearly all of its fine orig blue with some minor thinning blending with brown patina on handle. Mag well and trigger guard have very good orig blue on sides with some minor pitting across loop blending with brown patina. Stock is sound with minor nicks & dings, slight finish wear on some sharp edges but retains most of its orig varnish finish. Buttplate has visible orig blue mixing with silver and brown patina. Mechanics are crisp with slightly dark bore with minor shallow pitting. 4-36265 BDT150 (2,500-3,000)

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 54 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. SN 45197A. Cal. 22 Hornet. 24″ rnd bbl. Integral front sight ramp with dovetailed gold bead sight and sight hood. Rear seat filled with slot blank. Bbl is marked on left side “WINCHESTER/PROOF STEEL-MODEL 54-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-22 HORNET.” Standard model receiver with stripper clip slot, and Winchester/Trade Mark center of left side. Equipped with Lyman long slide receiver sight. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered side panels on forend, checkered pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel butt plate, and closed loop sling swivels. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95-98% orig blue, with some minor muzzle wear and a few minor nicks and scuffs. Receiver has had two holes on left side of receiver for side mount, expertly filled to be nearly undetectable and a fine factory quality restored blue finish. The floor plate and trigger guard have nearly all of what appears to be a Winchester Japan black finish. Stock is sound with minor nicks and dings, some hand worn patina on top of pistol grip, and a little flaking near butt plate, and retains most of a thin coat of added finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice bright bore. 4-36243 BDT19 (1,500-2,500)

*SELDOM FOUND WINCHESTER MODEL 54 CARBINE. SN 19499. Cal. 30WCF. 20″ rnd bbl. Integral pedestal front sight base with pinned fine bead sight. Two leaf rear sight, one standing, one folding. Left side of bbl is marked “-MODEL 54-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-NICKEL STEEL-“. Right side “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN. PATENTS APPLIED FOR”. Cal is stamped on left side adjacent to receiver “.30 W.C.F.” Standard receiver with Winchester/Trade Mark center of left side. Mounted with straight grain walnut, with flutes on each side of forend, uncheckered pistol grip, straight comb, and serrated steel butt plate. The sling swivels have been removed and holes neatly plugged. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 90-95% orig blue with minor muzzle wear, some thinning over chamber area, and minor nicks and scratches. Receiver and bolt retain nearly all of a fine matte blue finish. Floor plate and trigger guard retain about 90% of orig blue, with flaked areas mixed with brown patina. Stock is sound with some minor nicks and scratches, and retains most of its orig varnish finish with the plug sling swivel holes having been neatly and expertly blended in. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-36244 BDT21 (1,500-2,000)

*FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 54 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. SN 31149A. Cal. 30 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl, pedestal front base with pin ivory fine bead front sight; two-leaf rear sight, one folding and one standing. Bbl is marked in front of sight boss “MODEL 54 – WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK – NICKEL STEEL”. Chamber marking adjacent receiver is “.30 W.C.F.”. Standard 54 receiver with “WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK” center left side. Mounted with nicely figured fiddleback walnut, Schnable forend, orig Winchester sling eye, checkered side panels on forend, checkered pistol grip, serrated steel buttplate and matching Winchester sling eye. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 93-95% orig blue, slight muzzle wear, some minor thinning behind front sight and over chamber, with a couple of minor nicks and dings. Receiver and bolt retain most of their orig finish with some minor thinning on bolt knob. Floorplate has 50-60% orig blue with flaking, blending with brown patina and bright on outer edges. Stock is sound with good checkering, some minor handling marks and retains a fine light coat of hand-rubbed added finish. Mechanics are crisp with nice shiny bore. 4-37444 BDT84 (1,600-2,600)

*VERY SCARCE WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 CARBINE. SN 30967. Cal. 7mm. 20″ rnd bbl. Integral front sight ramp with dovetail gold bead sight and sight hood. Rear sight seat is filled with marbles marked blank. Early pre-war bbl with left side marked “WINCHESTER/PROOF STEEL-MODEL 70-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-7 M/M”. Right side of bbl is marked “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN.-PATENTED”. The underside of bbl is dated 35. Standard pre-war receiver with stripper clip slot, Winchester/Trade Mark center left side, and equipped with Lyman WJS sight. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered panels on each side of forend, checkered pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel butt plate, and closed loop sling swivels. CONDITION: Very fine. Entire gun is a complete possibly factory restored gun. The bbl retains nearly all of its fine soft rust blue, with just a few minor nicks and scratches. Receiver is a fine soft gray, rust blued finish with rear bridge having two extremely expertly filled holes that have been neatly engraved to be nearly undetectable. Stock is sound with only a few light handling marks, and minor blemishes, and retains nearly all of its fine factory style finish. Bolt is serial numbered to match receiver. I cannot stress enough the fine quality of restoration to this extremely rare pre-war Winchester. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-36263 BDT17 (6,000-10,000)

*HARD TO FIND WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 RIFLE. SN 89431. Cal. 250-3000 Savage. 24″ rnd bbl. Integral front ramp with dovetailed fine bead sight and sight hood. 22G rear sight, left side of bbl is marked “MADE IN NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S. OF AMERICA/WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-MODEL 70-250-3000SAV.” Standard receiver with Winchester/Trade Mark center left side and equipped with Lyman WJS sight. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, checkered panels on each side of forearm, checkered pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel butt plate, and closed loop sling swivels. Bolt is equipped with type 2 safety. Bottom of bbl is dated 48. Magazine box, follower, and extractor collar are all proper for this caliber. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and action retain 95-98% orig blue, with some minor muzzle wear and a few minor nicks and scuffs. Bolt knob has orig blue, but is starting to wear to a silver patina. Floor plate and trigger guard are a fine factory quality restored blue finish. Stock is sound, with good checkering, a few minor nicks and dings and retains nearly all of a fine, light coat of added finish. Mechanics are good, with a shiny bore. 4-36268 BDT18 (3,000-5,000)

*FINE WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE. SN 20997. Cal. 22 Hornet. 24″ rnd bbl. Integral front sight ramp with dovetail bead sight and sight hood. Rear sight is 22G. Left side of bbl is marked “WINCHESTER/PROOF STEEL-MODEL 70- WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK-22 HORNET” Right side is “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN.-PATENTED” Standard pre-war receiver with stripper clip slot, Winchester/ Trade Mark center left side, and Lyman 48 WJS receiver sight. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, checkered panels on each side of forend, checkered pistol grip, straight comb, checkered steel butt plate, and closed loop sling swivels. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95-98% orig blue with slight muzzle wear and a few minor nicks and dings. The receiver retains most of its fine early pre-war polished blue finish, with a few minor nicks and scratches. There is one extra hold in rear bridge with filler screw. Floor plate and trigger guard retain most of a fine factory quality restored finish. Stock is sound with typical nicks and dings with some flaking near butt plate, but retains about 90% orig varnish mixed with hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with nice shiny bore. 4-36269 BDT20 (2,000-3,000)

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 STANDARD GRADE RIFLE. SN 259255. Cal. 30.6. 24″ rnd bbl, front sight ramp, fine bead front sight with sight hood, flip up rear sight. Standard Model 70 action with “WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK” center left side. Mounted with straight grain walnut, checkered panels on each side of forend, factory closed loop swivel, checkered pistol grip stock, Monte Carlo, Red Pachmayr vented recoil pad, factory closed loop sling swivel, equipped with an adjustable leather sling. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95% orig blue with minor handling marks, some minor thinning in front of rear sight and the usual nicks and dings. The matte finish receiver has nearly all of its orig finish, with a small rub mark on the rear bridge behind front hole. Trigger guard and floor plate retina most of their orig finish with some minor sharp edge wear. Stock is sound with minor nicks, dings & hunting bruises, some areas of flaked finish, but retains 90% of its orig varnish. Mechanics are fine with a good bore and some minor scattered shallow pitting. 4-38053 BDT138 (750-1,250)

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 FEATHER WEIGHT. SN 439976. Cal. 243. 22″ rnd bbl, front ramp with dovetail sight and sight hood, flip-up rear sight. Standard Model 70 receiver with “WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK” on center left side. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, forend with checkered side panels, and factory close loop sling swivel, checkered pistol grip, brown Pachmayr recoil pad, factory closed loop sling swivel, 13-1/8″ LOP. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 95% orig blue, some minor muzzle wear, a small rub mark in front of rear sight and some minor light handling marks, receiver retains most of its orig matte finish with some minor sharp edgewear. Floor plate and trigger guard retain most of their orig finish with some slight sharp edgewear and a couple minor scratches. Stock is sound with usual minor nicks and dings, some finish flaking at recoil pad, some dark areas on left side that also show some cleaning in that area, retaining 80% of its orig varnish finish. Bolt has matching etched serial number. Mechanics are crisp with a good bore. 4-38048 BDT130 (750-1,250)

*FANTASTIC WINCHESTER 52 PRE A SPORTER. SN 36101. Cal 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl. Integral front sight ramp with dovetailed gold bead sight and sight hood. No provision for rear sight. Left side of bbl is marked “WINCHESTER/PROOF STEEL-MODEL 52-WINCHESTER/TRADEMARK-22 LONG R.-” Right side of bbl is marked “MADE IN U.S.A WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN CONN.” The undrilled receiver is marked on right front “WINCHESTER/TRADEMARK” and the right side rear is marked with multiple patent marks. Left rear side has the proper Lyman receiver sight. The trigger plate metal is properly engraved with “SPORTING”. Mounted in nicely figured walnut with 90 degree ebony forend tip. Checkered panels on either side of forend and 3 checkered diamonds on bottom of forend. Checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, left side cheek piece, and checkered steel butt plate. Winchester detachable sling swivel bases are found in forend and butt of stock. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with a couple of minor cleaned spots about 6″ from muzzle on left side, and a few minor handling marks. Receiver and bolt handle retain nearly all of the fine orig blue with a minor scratch near Serial Number on left side. The safety lever retains nearly all its orig dark case colors. Floor plate retains nearly all of its fine blue. Stock is sound with only a couple minor handling marks and retains nearly all of its fine orig finish. Gun is supplied with one 5-shot magazine marked “WINCHESTER & PAT. NOV. 25, 1919”. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore, as this is an extremely fine example of the difficult to find Pre A variation of the 52 Sporter. 4-36258 BDT16 (4,000-7,000)

*FINE WINCHESTER 52C SPORTER WITH LEUPOLD SCOPE. SN 96974C. Cal. 22LR. 24″ rnd bbl, front ramp with dovetailed, fine bead sight, no provision for rear sight, standard 52C rcvr mounted with Conetrol rings and bases containing a Leupold M8, 6X compact scope with adjustable objectives. Mounted with streaky walnut, 90 degree ebony forend tip, checkered panel on each side of forend and three diamonds checkered across bottom forend, checkered pistol grip with metal sculpted grip cap, left side cheek piece, checkered steel buttplate and equipped with deluxe swing swivel bases, front and back. Usual C Model trigger plate with external, adjustable screws for over-travel and pull. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 95% orig blue, minor muzzle wear and some minor scratches and light handling marks. Rcvr retains 98% orig blue with a faint rub mark on rear left side where peep sight used to be. Stock is sound with typical shallow nicks and dings, a slight mark from the earlier mentioned peep sight, some hand wear in right side of pistol grip area and forend, but retains much of its orig factory varnish. The 5 shot mag has flaked its orig blue from the Winchester marked floorplate and is a gray-brown patina. Mechanics are crisp with a nice,shiny bore. 4-37433 BDT36 (4,000-5,000)

*FINE EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 52 TARGET RIFLE WITH 10X UNERTL SCOPE. SN 3885. Cal. 22 LR. 28″ rnd bbl, pedestal front base with dovetail blade sight, no provision for rear sight, equipped with target blocks. Left side of bbl is marked “MODEL 52 – WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK – 22 LONG R – “. Right side of bbl is marked “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. / PATENTED NOV. 11. 18. 25. DEC. 9. 1919. FEB. 17. MAR. 30. APRIL 27. 1920”. The target blocks are mounted with Unertl rings holding a 10-power J. Unertl adjustable objective scope with fine crosshairs. The early receiver rear bridge has dovetail mounted ladder sight with windage adjustments. Bolt is the early “slow lock” cock-on-closing variety. Mounted with straight grain walnut, fluted finger-groove forend retained by sgl bbl band with integral 1-1/4″ swivel, uncheckered pistol grip and checkered straight steel buttplate. Buttstock is equipped with sling swivel base and fixed 1-1/4″ swivel. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with just a few very minor light scratches. Receiver has most of its orig blue flaking on front receiver ring and blending with brown patina. Trigger guard/ floor plate retains 90-95% orig blue with minor sharp edge wear. Magazine is Winchester marked with “PAT. NOV. 25, 1919”. Stock is sound with some minor nicks, scrapes and handling marks with a dark area on right side from bolt to release button. There is some minor finish wear across top of grip and comb of stock, but retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with shiny bore. Scope appears clear with solid crosshairs. 4-36248 BDT22 (1,500-2,000)

OUTSTANDING CASED BRITISH PROOF WINCHESTER 1890 2ND MODEL. SN 23317. Cal. 22 WRF. 24-1/2″ oct bbl with standard dovetail blade front site and fixed “V” notch rear sight. Top flat of bbl is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A.” Top flat adjacent to receiver has caliber designation “22 W.R.F”. Left flat adjacent to receiver has a series of 3 proof marks as well as 1 matching on the side of the receiver. The receiver is a standard take down 2nd model. Mounted with nicely figured straight grain walnut, 5-1/4″ 12 ring forend, uncheckered straight grip stock, and steel crescent butt plate. Inspection of inside upper tang reveals a bulls eye stamp and WRF, and a corresponding bulls eye mark on front of receiver. This fine gun is housed in a leather luggage case marked with inside label “HENRY ATKIN LTD./GUN MAKERS/88 JERMYN STREET/ST. JAMES’S/LONDON S.W.1.” Top of case is embossed with the initials “D.A.C.” CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl and mag tube retain 97-98% orig blue with some faint thinning on sharp edges and minor rub wear from forend. A few minor light nicks and scratches. Receiver retains virtually all of its fine orig case colors. There are a couple minor areas of light surface oxidation. The color on the top and bottom tang are visible but faint blending to a light gray patina. Stock is sound with usual light nicks and dings but retains most of its orig vanish with some light hand ware on right side of grip. Forend is sound with minor blemishes and retains most of its orig varnish. Butt plate has visible colors mixed with some gray and brown patina. The fine Henry Atkin leather case is very good with some dark staining to the outside and some minor scuffing to its maroon felt interior. Mechanics are crisp with a very nice bore with some minor shallow pitting near muzzle. 4-36249 BDT14 (9,000-15,000)

*INCREDIBLE WINCHESTER MODEL 1902 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. SN NSN. Cal. 22 SHORT & LONG. 18″ rnd bbl, dovetail front sight with fine bead marked “PAT NOV 4 1902”, fixed blade “V” notch rear, bbl is marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A. PATENTED AUGUST 29, 1899-MODEL 1902/.22 SHORT & LONG-WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S. PAT. OFF.” Mounted with nicely figured gum wood stock, uncheckered forend, uncheckered straight grip, and Winchester trademark hard rubber buttplate. This tiny youth sized 22 were made by the thousands in the early 20th century, but are very seldom encountered in this fabulous condition. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains nearly all of its fine orig blue with some minor tiny areas of surface oxidation and a couple minor rub marks. Bolt is bright and shiny, trigger guard retains nearly all its fine orig blue. The soft gum wood stock has a few minor depression dents but retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Buttplate is crisp and sharp. 4-37375 BDT73 (1,500-2,500)

*VERY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 61 STRAIGHT BORE SHOT ONLY RIFLE. SN 257817. Cal. 22 LR for shot only. 24″ rnd bbl with single silver sighting bead, no provision for rear sight. Bbl is marked on left side with a “61-2” bbl address and chamber marked “22L.RIFLE/FOR SHOT ONLY” as found on pg. 53 of Ned Schwings book “Winchester Slide-Action Rifles, Vol. 2”. Receiver is 2nd type with grooved top, mounted with straight grain walnut, 17 ring flat bottom forearm, uncheckered pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. Information taken from the above mentioned book indicates that this rare non-counter bored, shot only variation was introduced about 1956. From the chart of receiver dates of manufacture, this receiver would have been made in early 1957. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95-98% orig blue with faint muzzle wear, a small nick on bbl about 12″ from muzzle, and faint rub marks caused by forend. Receiver retains 95-98% orig blue with some minor sharp edge wear, a couple light scratches on left side, and a tiny spot of surface oxidation on top. Stock is sound with some minor nicks and dings and retains most of a lightly cleaned finish. Forearm is sound with hairline crack about 1″ long on bottom and retains a lightly cleaned finish. Mechanics are crisp with a bright shiny bore. 4-37434 BDT51 (3,000-4,000)

*MINTY WINCHESTER MODEL 61 GROOVE TOP PUMP ACTION RIFLE. SN 318779. Cal. 22 S,L or LR. 24″ rnd bbl with dovetail fine bead front sight and 32B rear sight. Left side of bbl is marked “WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK/MADE IN U.S.A.-MODEL 61/22 S.L.OR L.R.” Late style model 61 receiver with grooved top for 22 tip off rings. Mounted with straight grain walnut, 17 ring flat bottom forearm, uncheckered pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near new. Bbl and mag tube retain 99% orig factory blue with some very tiny handling marks and faint rub line on mag tube from forend. Sharp edge of slide bar are just starting to show bright. Receiver retains 99% orig blue with a few faint light handling marks. Stock is sound with only a couple minor little marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with a tiny scratch and a couple minor tiny marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore as gun appears to be test fired only. 4-37465 BDT66 (950-1,450)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 61 GROOVE TOP PUMP ACTION RIFLE. SN 231327. Cal. 22 S,L & LR. 24″ rnd bbl, dovetail fine bead front sight, 32 B rear sight, later style 61 receiver with groove top for 22 tip off rings. Mounted with colorful straight grain walnut, 17 ring flat bottom forend, uncheckered pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95% orig blue with some thinning in front and behind rear sight, rub marks from forend on both sides, some usual light minor handling marks, and some tiny surface oxidation. Slide bar has about a 1″ spot of bright metal. Receiver retains 90-95% orig blue, thinning across bottom and sharp edges with usual light handling marks. Stock is sound with typical nicks & dings, and retains most of its orig finish with a light coat of added wax, forend is sound with minor nicks & dings, some orig finish blending with hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-37858 BDT131 (500-800)

*WINCHESTER MODEL 62A PUMP ACTION RIFLE. SN 258609. Cal. 22 S,L & LR. 23-1/8″ rnd bbl, dovetail fine bead front sight, 32 B rear sight. Standard Model 62 receiver, mounted with straight grain walnut, 17 ring flat bottom forend, uncheckered straight grip stock, Winchester hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95% orig blue with some minor pitting on top just in front of forend, some thinning in chamber area, usual minor nicks & dings and rub line on both sides from forend. Receiver retains 95-98% orig blue with sharp edgewear and some minor nicks and scratches. Stock is sound, about a 2-1/2″ scratch on left side, left side of stock appears to have been cleaned, remainder has most of its orig finish, blending with some hand worn patina. Forend is sound with some minor nicks and handling marks and retains much of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-37861 BDT132 (500-800)

*OUTSTANDING WINCHESTER MODEL 63 WITH GROOVED RECEIVER. SN 166908. Cal. 22 LR. 23″ rnd bbl, with dovetailed fine bead front sight, 32B rear sight. Left side of bbl is marked “WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK/MADE IN USA-MODEL 63 .22 LONG RIFLE/SUPER SPEED AND SUPER-X”. Usual late model receiver with grooved top for 22 tip off rings. Mounted with straight grain walnut, uncheckered forend with nose cap, uncheckered pistol grip stock, loading port cut on right side, checkered steel buttplate with mag tube. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 98-99% orig blue with just a couple faint handling marks. Receiver retains 98-99% orig blue with a couple light handling marks, a tiny ding top left center, and a faint rub mark on raised portion of left side. Stock is sound with a few tiny handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound with a couple light handling marks and retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore as gun appears to have seen very little use. 4-37464 BDT64 (950-1,450)

*RARE REMINGTON MODEL 121 MO-SKEET-O BORE PUMP ACTION RIFLE. SN 46599. Cal. 22 SHOT. 23″ rnd bbl, single silver sighting bead, serrated top receiver marked on left side, “THE/FIELD MASTER/TRADE MARK/MODEL 121” and “REMINGTON/REG.U.S.PAT.OFF.” Mounted with straight grain walnut, 38 ring flat bottom forend, uncheckered pistol grip stock, with Remington marked steel buttplate. The mo-skeet-o bore is a 10″ counter bore to allow for better patterning of the 22 shot shell. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95-98% orig blue with a minor rub mark about 3″ from muzzle and the usual minor handling marks. Receiver retains 95-97% orig blue with a minor mark on left side and some faint sharp edgewear. Stock is sound with typical nicks & dings, some minor chipping at heel of buttplate and retains most of its orig finish with some hand worn patina in grip area. Forend is sound with usual light handling marks, a tiny scuff on left side rear, and retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 4-37860 BDT134 (800-1,200)

*SCARCE REMINGTON MODEL 25 PUMP ACTION RIFLE. SN 31356. Cal. 25-20 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl, dovetail fine bead front sight with set screw, “V” notch sporting rear with set screw. Standard Model 25 receiver marked on center left side “MODEL 25”. Mounted with nicely figured walnut with 10 ring bullet shaped forend, uncheckered pistol grip stock and Remington marked steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with a few light handling marks, and a faint rub line from forend. Mag tube retains 93-95% orig blue with some light thinning from retaining rings. Receiver retains 97-98% orig blue with some faint sharp edgewear and a few minor handling marks. Stock is sound with some minor handling marks and faint scratches and retains most of its orig finish. Forend is sound with minor handling marks and retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore as gun appears to have been used very litte. 4-38050 BDT135 (1,250-1,750)

*KIMBER OF AMERICA MODEL 82C SUPER AMERICA WITH BURRIS COMPACT 3X9 SCOPE. SN SAC157. Cal. 22LR 22″ round barrel without sights. Left center of barrel is marked Kimber of America, Inc. Clackamas, Oregon, U.S.A. Chamber marking adjacent to receiver is 22LR. Left side of receiver is marked with Kimber Model 82 Super America. Topped with lever detachable rings, housing a Burris 3×9 compact scope. Mounted with highly figured walnut, 90 degree contrasting forend tip, detachable sling swivel stud, multi-point wraparound checkered forend, checkered pistol grip with sculpted metal grip cap, left side shadow line cheekpiece, thin black Kimber recoil pad and sling swivel stud. Equipped with locking detachable swivels and adjustable black nylon sling. Gun comes with one five-round magazine and one ten-round magazine. Accompanied with its original box. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Barrel and receiver retain virtually all of their original blue. Stock is sound with some minor nicks and scrapes, sharp dry checkering and retains virtually all of its original factory finish. Scope is clear with duplex reticle. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny new bore. 4-38072 BDT225 (1,000-1,750)

*RARE BELGIUM BROWNING GRADE 1 22 AUTO SHORT ONLY. SN A9865. Cal. 22 SHORT. 22″ rnd bbl, dovetail fine bead front sight, Browning wheel rear sight, top of bbl is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO. & MONTREAL PQ/MADE IN BELGIUM”. Left side at rear sight is marked “22 SHORT SMOKELESS”. Standard Grade 1 receiver with grove top for 22 tip off rings, each side has zig-zag border engraving and some foliate scroll in center. Mounted with straight grain walnut, multi-point checkered forend, checkered pistol grip with retaining screw-in cap, serrated steel buttplate with feed tube. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 97-98% orig blue with a few minor light handling marks. Receiver retains 97-98% orig blue with some very faint sharp edgewear. Stock is solid with good checkering, minor handling marks, and retains nearly all of its orig finish. Forend is sound with minor handling marks, good checkering and retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with a bright shiny bore. 4-38056 BDT136 (750-1,250)

*EXPERIMENTAL OR PROTOTYPE ITHACA DEERSLAYER III. SN XP2001DS301. Cal. 12 ga. 24″ heavy, fully rifled bbl, standard Model 37 receiver, topped with Weaver rail, with Sightron 2.5X7 scope with diamond reticle. There are no markings on bbl or receiver, except for the experimental SN that is stamped on lower left side of receiver. This heavy bbl is fixed to receiver and not removable. The heavyweight design is for ultimate long-range slug shooting and consistent grouping. Mounted with green laminated stocks, corncob style forend with 15 rings, checkered pistol grip with black hard rubber grip cap and pewter insert of a whitetail buck, Monte Carlo and brown Ithaca marked vented recoil pad. Consignor states that this gun originated from the Ithaca Gun Company factory archives. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Metal surfaces are a fine matte gray finish with a few handling marks, slight rub on mag tube from working action and some minor scratches on left side of receiver. Stocks are sound with very minor handling marks and retain all of their orig finish. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny new bore. 4-37843 BDT177 (750-1,250)

*BELGIUM J. MANTON HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE WITH WELLS FARGO DECORATIONS. SN NSN. 12ga. 21-5/8″ Damascus steel bbls. Concave rib with no sighting bead, 2-3/4″ chambers, CYL/CYL choked, extractors and double triggers. Back action, side lever hammer gun with “J. MANTON” on each lock plate. Mounted with dark walnut with “WELLS FARGO & CO./NO. 23” stamped on left side, right side stamped vertically “WELLS FARGO” near buttplate, inlaid shield marked “PROPERTY OF WELLS FARGO & CO. EXPRESS SAN FRANCISCO DIVISION” held with four brass tacks and “NO. 23” stamped to the right of it. Checkered splinter pull-off forend, stock has checkered round knob pistol grip and highly sculpted steel buttplate with scroll and a stag being chased by two dogs. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain a very dark Damascus pattern and some usual nicks and dings. Action and lock plates are a brown and silver patina with shallow surface oxidation and pitting. Stock is sound with mostly flat checkering, numerous nicks and dings and retains a dark oiled finish. Forend is sound with slightly flat checkering and retains a dark oiled finish. Mechanics are good with moderately pitted bores. 4-37844 BDT198 (300-500)

Revised: 4/16/2009

Correction to Typographical Error in the Printed Catalogue: This is a Paterson No. 2 belt model as it does not have flared grips.

EXTRAORDINARY CASED ENGRAVED NO.2 COLT PATERSON BELT MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 566. Cal. 34. Incredibly beautiful Paterson with 5-5/8″ oct bbl, tiny German silver front sight with usual Patent Arms rolled address. Address is a light strike with cylinder end very faint. Frame & hammer have the very rare case color hardening with a deluxe walnut 1-pc straight grip and 5-shot cylinder with centaur scene and round cylinder stop notches. The frame, recoil shields, hammer & bbl lug are engraved with very beautiful flowing foliate & vine patterns with a light incised dbl line border around the frame which extends over the shoulders of the back strap. Back strap & butt strap are engraved to match, also with dbl line borders. Center of back strap is inlaid with a rectangular silver initial plate with scalloped corners. Bottom of frame, behind trigger slot, is engraved with a beautiful sunburst beneath which is the vignette of a shore bird inside a foliate panel. Both sides, rear edge & nose of hammer are engraved to match with a hand cut checkered tear drop panel on the spur. Bbl has a wide silver band around muzzle with a short silver band across top flat, behind front sight. Two other silver bands are across bottom three flats of the bbl & the bbl lug and a wide & narrow silver bands over top three flats of bbl at cylinder end. Recoil shields also have a wide & narrow silver bands around front edges. Serial number was observed on wedge, rear face of bbl lug, cylinder rotating band, on bottom right edge of grip, on right side of front strap under grip and inside back strap. Both cylinders are also matching numbered. Accompanied by its orig fluted lid mahogany casing with scalloped corner rectangular silver plate in center and a mortised brass lock with escutcheon in the front. Interior is lined in dark velvet with recesses in bottom for the revolver & charger. Charger is orig Paterson equipment with gold washed body & bands with the center band having the No. 5 Belt Model bbl roll mark. Also accompanied by a sgl cavity 3-handled bullet mold, a combination tool, a wood handled cleaning rod and an orig capping tool numbered “7” on interior. Right rear corner has a dowel containing a second orig matching numbered cylinder, which is missing one nipple. According to The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, only about 800 of both styles of the No. 3 Belt Model Paterson were made in the period 1838-1840. Few of these rare revolvers are found cased today and of those exceedingly few were ever engraved. This exact revolver appears on pp. 4&5 in full color of the book Fine Colts The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection, Wilson. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching, appears to be unfired. Bbl retains virtually all of its orig factory glossy blue with only a minor nick or two. Frame & hammer retain about all of their strong & bright orig case colors, slightly thinned on front strap. Back strap retains about 96-97% glossy orig blue, slightly thinned around the heel. Cylinders are about identical, retaining virtually all of their orig glossy blue and 98-99% centaur scenes. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case has a chip from left front bottom corner, otherwise is sound with light handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains about all of its orig varnish. Accessories are also fine with the charger being extremely fine retaining most of its orig gold wash. Capper is a mellow medium mustard patina. 4-36399 JR100 (275,000-500,000)

Revised: 3/17/2009

Please Note: Capper top is non-antique replacement. Bottom is correct.

EXTREMELY RARE CASED ENGRAVED SILVER PLATED & INLAID COLT NO. 5 BELT MODEL TEXAS PATERSON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 351. Cal. 36. Bore actually measures .415″. Spectacular Texas Paterson with 7-5/8″ oct bbl, tiny German silver front sight with usual Patent Arms address. It has a silver plated frame, front & back straps. The bbl, cylinder, cylinder plate & recoil shields are blued with case colored hammer. Recoil shields, hammer & sides of bbl lug are very nicely engraved in very early vine style foliate arabesque patterns with sparse coverage. Bbl has five silver bands with a band around muzzle, a wide & narrow band at cylinder end, another wide & narrow band on the bottom flats with a sixth silver inlay being a band just behind the front sight. Recoil shields also have a wide & narrow silver band inlay for a total of eight silver bands. Mounted with a highly figured, deluxe burl, 1-pc walnut grip with wide flared butt and rounded bottom edges. Cylinder has five chambers with square rear shoulder and is rolled with the stagecoach holdup scene. Accompanied by an orig Paterson mahogany casing with fluted lid and a rectangular German silver plate centered in the top with a silver plated escutcheon on front. Interior is lined in dark velvet with recesses in the bottom for the revolver, an orig #5 size charger with the number “55” on the powder end and “100” on the ball end. Center band is roll marked identically to the bbl address. Brass fittings on charger are all gold washed. Also accompanied by an orig Paterson capper numbered “201” on the inside, a reproduction sgl cavity, 3-handle ball bullet mold, an orig combination loading tool, nipple wrench and nipple pick and finally a walnut handled brass cleaning rod. Right rear corner is recessed for a spare cylinder and contains an orig No. 5 Paterson cylinder with serial number “113”. The serial number was observed on the rear face of bbl lug, wedge, rear face of cylinder, on cylinder rotating ring, on bottom of cylinder plate, left side of front and rear grip straps under grip. While no number was observed on the grip, it is readily apparent that these grips are orig to this revolver. No further disassembly was affected to determine additional numbered parts. According to The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, only about 1,000 of these rare revolvers were made in the period 1838-1840. Few survive today and those very few were cased and of those, only a very tiny number were engraved, making this truly one of the more rare Colts today. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains 75-80% thin orig glossy blue with the loss areas a medium patina. Frame & front strap retain most of their orig silver plating with a few light nicks & scratches and a series of small nicks on left side. Front strap apparently was drilled & tapped at one time to attach a flat hammer spring to replace the orig “V” spring. That hole has now been plugged and the “V” spring stud & spring restored. There are light file marks on front strap. Back strap retains virtually all of its orig silver plating with some light battering on butt strap. Cylinder retains a silvery blue/brown patina and exhibits about 90% stagecoach holdup scene. Hammer has a chipped nose. Grip is sound, having been re-glued internally with light nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with minor scuffing toward chamber end. Case has a couple of light cracks in the lid with another in the bottom, with minor handling & storage marks, nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig factory varnish. Interior is lightly faded with light soil. Charger overall retains about 90% strong orig finish. Capper is a medium mustard brass patina. Extra cylinder is a gray/brown patina. Combination tool retains 75-80% strong orig factory blue. Cleaning rod & bullet mold are fine. 4-36400 JR98 (350,000-650,000)

Revised: 3/16/2009

Please Note: Cappers are non-antique replacements.

RARE CASED COLT PATERSON NO. 3 BELT MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 169. Cal. 34. Rare No. 3 Paterson, one of only about 800 made in two grip styles in the period 1838-1840. It has 4-5/8″ oct bbl with 11-groove rifling, tiny German silver front sight with usual Patent Arms bbl address. Bbl lug is flat sided with a radius cutout on each side by the cylinder pin hole. Cylinder is usual 5-chamber with round cylinder stop holes, rounded rear shoulders and is rolled with the centaur scene. Frame & hammer have the very rare case color hardening and it has a deluxe burl walnut 1-pc walnut grip with flared butt. Serial number was observed on the top of wedge, cylinder rotating ring, bottom left edge of grip, inside back strap channel of grip, on left side of toe of front strap under grip, inside back strap and on hammer. No further disassembly was affected to check for additional matching numbers. Accompanied by an orig dark velvet lined Paterson casing with fluted lid that has a rectangular German silver inlay in center and a mortised brass lock in front. Interior is recessed for the revolver, a copper & brass charger numbered “47”. Center brass ring on charger has the same roll mark address as is on the bbl and the three brass collars are gold washed. It also has wire brackets containing a single cavity 3-handled bullet mold with sprue cutter, a combination loading tool/screwdriver/nipple wrench/pick, a walnut handle cleaning rod and a brass capping tool without number inside. Right rear of case has a dowel for the spare matching numbered cylinder which accompanies this lot. Altogether a very rare & complete belt model set. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching except bbl which is unnumbered. Bbl retains 80-85% glossy orig blue with only light edge & muzzle wear. Frame & hammer retain most of their orig case colors, strong & bright on sides, faded on top & back edges of hammer & front strap. Cylinders are nearly identical retaining 85-90% thinning orig blue with about 95% centaur scene on both. Back strap retains about 90% glossy orig blue. Grip is sound with light nicks & dings and dark oil staining on right side and overall retains about 75-80% orig varnish, stronger on left side. Case has a crack in the lid, otherwise is sound with usual handling & storage marks and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is lightly faded & soiled. Accessories are fine, charger retains about 80% orig finish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with good shine and scattered pitting. 4-36401 JR99 (225,000-375,000)

FINE MARTIALLY MARKED COLT DRAGOON POWDER FLASK. Large copper bodied dbl sided flask with brass collar top & spout that is adjustable to 35-56 gains of powder. Separate ball compartment is marked “COLTS PATENT” and top is stamped in two places with the “WAT” (William A. Thornton) inspector’s cartouche. Body of flask is deeply repoussed with the usual trophy of flags & arms over crossed rifles & pistols with a ribbon at the bottom inscribed “COLTS PATENT”. Mounted low on the sides are brass hangers containing triangular shaped rings. These large Colt flasks, the descendants of the orig Walker flasks with slight changes in the motif, are rarely encountered and almost never have any orig finish. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains about 50% orig finish with the balance a dark mustard patina. One side has two or three small dents, otherwise flask is very fine. 4-36403 JR291 (6,000-10,000)

EXTREMELY RARE PROTOTYPE TRANSITION COLT WHITNEYVILLE-HARTFORD DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 1104. Cal. 44. Blue & case colored with unmarked 7-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, early style vertical rammer lever latch with tiny German silver front sight and no bbl markings. Bbl has two cracks about mid-point with a complete circular bulge. This damage is reported to have occurred from an overload during Navy testing and it is further reported that Mr. Colt upon learning of this damage was overheard to say that he would never make anything for the Navy again. It has usual 6-shot cylinder, 2-3/16″ long with roll marked Ranger/Indian fight scene and a distinctive pressure ridge. Rear of cylinder has a single safety pin and the number “551” appears on a land between two of the nipple recesses. This indicates that this cylinder was salvaged from a Walker and was the 551st Walker revolver produced. Cylinder is still in the white. About centered on left side of frame is “COLTS PATENT” in an oval and appears to have been stamped over another “COLTS PATENT” stamping. Left recoil shield has a mortised 3-1/2″ belt hook secured with a screw. Trigger guard is Walker style with short trigger and square back trigger bow with long angled shoulders. Rear edge of the frame is radiused for the corresponding Walker style grip. Back strap is silver plated iron of Walker design, fitted with a 1-pc Walker grip with heavily beveled bottom edges. Butt strap channel under the grip is marked “10” which appears to be an assembly number which is also found on the right side of front strap under grip, rear face of bbl lug, on inside of the belt hook, on top of cylinder pin and only a “1” stamped on the flat of the rammer. Further disassembly was not affected to check for additional numbered parts. Cylinder pin, which is also serial numbered to the revolver is made without lubricating grooves. Serial numbers appear on bottom of the bbl lug, wedge, cylinder, cylinder pin, bottom of forward frame, trigger guard and butt strap. This revolver was made as a test piece for the U.S. Navy at the request of Gen. John M. Mason, Jr. in a letter to Samuel Colt dated Sept. 21, 1847, wherein he states “I have an instant order from the Secretary of the Navy that you should make & forward to me as soon as may be, one or two pattern pistols for the Naval Service – I would advise to macke (sic) two of somewhat different patterns —“. “—I should think the present Army pistol, you are making or something like it with a hook on the side, to fasten it to the Seaman’s belt, would answer the purpose —” and signed “J. Mason, Jr.” Pencil notations on this letter apparently in Mason’s hand state “The hook must be on the left side of the pistol —“. Also written in Colt’s hand above the date and city “2 arms delivered to Mr. J. Mason October 4.47 & by him to Secy of the Navy”. Written on the reverse of the letter in an unknown hand is “No 1104 and 11–“. The above information as extracted from the letters which appeared in the Dec. 2006 Man at Arms magazine in an article by Herbert G. Houze, noted author & researcher titled “Walker Colt Breakthrough, an Examination of Previously Unpublished Documents Relating to the U.S. Model 1847 Revolving Holster Pistol”. A copy of this article accompanies this lot. Additionally accompanying is a very rare, full, sealed tin of Eley’s caps with green & black top label & a gold printed blue wrapping with brown & white side label. Also accompanying this lot is the orig certificate from the Texas Gun Collectors Association Parade of Walkers, Spring 2003 in its orig red leather, gold embossed portfolio. Also accompanying this lot is a fine custom made mahogany & Plexiglas stand with a marquetry inlay border on the base. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains about 90% thinning glossy orig blue with a few small scratches and light wear with light peen marks about the left side rupture. Rammer handle & pivot retain most of their orig case colors, turned to dark with brighter colors on the pivot. Cylinder is still in its orig white with only slight discoloration and a full safety pin, retaining about 98-99% Ranger/Indian fight scene. Frame retains most all of its orig case colors, mostly faded to a smoky gray pattern. Hammer retains about all of its moderately faded orig case colors. Trigger guard retains virtually all of its lightly oxidized silver plating and the back strap about 90% orig silver plating with substantial bubbling. Grip has a chipped right toe, otherwise is completely sound with a few dings, mostly on left side and a worn spot on right side, retaining about 85-88% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light pitting and the aforementioned ring. Cap tin is very fine with a few minor chips and regluing of the wrapping with the label showing light wear. Altogether an exceptional and outstanding prototype Whitneyville-Hartford Dragoon. Stand is extremely fine. 4-36404 JR93 (225,000-375,000)

EXTREMELY RARE COLT WHITNEYVILLE HARTFORD 2ND CONTRACT DRAGOON REVOLVER. SN 2464. Cal. 44. Rare 2nd contract revolver, often referred to as the “Fluck” Model, with 7-1/2″ oct to rnd reworked Walker bbl that has German silver front sight and address that reads from cylinder to muzzle and has Dragoon 1st Model style verticle latch on rammer lever. Left side of frame has “COLT’S PATENT” over a tiny “U.S.” and there are tiny “P” inspector marks on numerous individual parts. It has a square back brass trigger guard and a Walker sized brass back strap with an oil finished 1-pc walnut grip of Walker dimensions with legible “WAT” (William A. Thornton) cartouche on right side and “NWP” (Nahum W. Patch) cartouche on left side. The trigger guard is a reworked Walker item with square juncture at the frame. Cylinder is dragoon sized with six chambers and a single, intact safety pin. Cylinder is rolled with the Ranger/Indian fight scene with an outstanding pressure ridge and oval cylinder stops. Side of cylinder has the usual “MODEL U.S.M.R. / COLT’S PATENT” markings on the side with the serial number and “P” proof in the bracket. Serial numbers on all parts are very tiny Walker style and are found on bbl lug, rammer handle, wedge, frame, trigger guard, butt strap, cylinder and cylinder pin. The serial number was not observed in the back strap channel of the grip, however it is readily apparent that this grip has been with this revolver its entire life. This revolver is pictured on p. 46 of the book The Wm M. Locke Collection. Accompanied by a 5-page letter from noted author & historian, R.L. Wilson, detailing much of the above information. Also accompanied by a fine custom made Plexiglas & walnut stand. The so-called “Fluck” variation dragoon revolver was first definitively reported in an article in the Sept. 1956 American Rifleman magazine entitled “Colt’s Hartford-Walker” by John J. Fluck. Information available to Mr. Fluck at that time indicated that there were 300 of these revolvers made by Colt as replacements for Walker revolvers which had failed during testing & field use. An article entitled “Debunking the Fluck Myth” by Dick Salzer, Paul Sorrell & C. Kenneth Moore that appeared in the May 2004 Gun Report magazine, as the title suggests, disproves Mr. Fluck’s research, citing more modern research which discloses that the “Dragoon” revolvers in the serial range 2,000-3,000 were actually a second government contract and were actually produced prior to the lower numbered civilian Dragoons which were numbered in the 1,340-2,000 serial range. According to this article, and as everyone familiar with Colt firearms is aware, Samuel Colt was a very frugal individual and rarely allowed anything to be scrapped. Therefore it is extremely logical to understand that these “new” revolvers were assembled from leftover & reworked parts from the Walker production combined with other new made parts. PROVENANCE: Judge Winter Collection; William M. Locke Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching except grip as noted. This is probably the finest 2nd contract Colt Dragoon extant. Bbl retains 40-50% thin original blue with balance flaked to a medium patina. Rammer handle & pivot retain dark case colors. Frame retains about all of its orig case colors, mostly faded, brighter in sheltered areas. Trigger guard & back strap are a medium mustard patina. Grip is sound showing moderate wear and retains a smooth hand worn patina with a few minor nicks & scratches. Cylinder is a beautiful metal patina, still in the white, never blued, with its extraordinary pressure ridge and retains 96-98% Ranger/Indian fight scene and crisp safety pin. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Stand is extremely fine. 4-36405 JR92 (30,000-60,000)

THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY PAIR OF CASED ENGRAVED PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1861 PERCUSSION REVOLVERS AND SWORD PRESENTED TO GEN. ROBERT ANDERSON, THE HERO & DEFENDER OF FORT SUMTER, CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA DURING THE BOMBARDMENT THAT SIGNALED THE BEGINNING OF THE CIVIL WAR. SN 12400 & 12401. Cal. 36. This extraordinary and famous cased pair of Colt Model 1861 Navy revolvers was presented to Brig. Gen. Robert Anderson shortly after his heroic defense of Fort Sumter, Charleston, SC, during the bombardment by Confederate forces on April 12 & 13, 1861. On Nov. 20, 1860, the then Maj. Anderson had been placed in command of the Charleston Harbor defenses which included Fort Moultrie, Castle Pinckney and Fort Sumter. Maj. Anderson & his small garrison of less than 100 men occupied Fort Moultrie as their primary headquarters. Realizing that Fort Moultrie could not be defended from a landward attack he withdrew his command, by boat, to Fort Sumter which although was still under construction was deemed more defendable than Fort Moultrie. With the workmen & soldiers he continued construction and implacing his artillery batteries until April 12, 1861, almost immediately after South Carolina’s secession from the Union. At that time a major force of Confederate artillery from Fort Moultrie and other surrounding batteries, after their demand of Maj. Anderson’s surrender of Fort Sumter was refused, began a sustained barrage of almost 36 hours. On April 13th with no remaining food or ammunition Maj. Anderson surrendered the fort and marched out with his 70 remaining men taking the flag with him. He was received in New York on the following day to great acclaim and recognition and was immediately appointed Brig. General and assigned to command the Dept. of Kentucky and later the Dept. of the Cumberland. It was, apparently, during these celebrations of Gen. Anderson’s heroic defense of Fort Sumter that this beautiful set of Colts were presented by Samuel Colt. Gen. Anderson, due to ill health, was relieved of duty on Oct. 27, 1863 and retired from active service. On Feb. 3, 1865 he was breveted Maj. General for meritorious & gallant service during the siege of Fort Sumter. On Feb. 17, 1865 the Confederate Army abandoned Fort Sumter and on April 13th Gen. Lee surrendered. In spite of his ill health, on April 14, 1865 Maj. Gen. Anderson and a large entourage returned to Fort Sumter where he raised the orig Fort Sumter flag up a hastily erected flagpole on the parade ground. With his health continuing to fail, in 1869 he sailed for Europe believing that the European climate would be beneficial to his health. He died in Nice, France on Oct. 27, 1871. His body was returned to the United States and was buried at West Point. Gen. Anderson was born near Louisville, Kentucky on June 14, 1805 and graduated from West Point Military Academy in 1825 and was appointed 2nd Lieutenant in the 3rd Artillery. In 1832 he served as a Colonel of Illinois Volunteers during the Black Hawk War. In 1835-37 he was an instructor of Artillery at West Point, then 1837-38 he served in the Seminole War and was breveted Captain and was subsequently attached to the staff of Gen Scott as Asst. Adjutant General and made permanent Captain. He served in the Mexican War in several battles and was severely wounded at the Battle of Molino del Rey receiving citations for bravery & gallantry. After the war with Mexico he remained in the military and in 1857 was appointed Major of the 1st Artillery which led to his being appointed Commander of troops at Charleston Harbor. This fantastic set is described as follows: Remaining pristine new & unfired with their glossy blue bbls and cylinders and brilliant case colors on frames, hammers & rammers and mounted with extraordinary smooth 1-pc ivory grips, these deluxe presentation revolvers are the epitome of the Colt collectors’ quest for quality, condition & historical significance all rolled into one package. They are engraved with Gustave Young’s finest most deluxe & widest coverage. The engraving consists of sweeping intertwined foliate arabesque patterns with full coverage over the frames, extensive patterns on both sides of the bbls & bbl lugs, around front sights & muzzles, on rammer pivots, tops of back straps, butt straps & trigger guards. Hammers have Mr. Young’s extensive deluxe engraving on both sides with exquisite eagle’s heads on each side of the hammer noses. Top edges of the hammers are equally beautifully engraved with hand cut swallowtail checkered patterns on the spurs. Cylinders are equally magnificent with hand cut Ormsby Naval battle scenes and extensive foliate arabesque patterns over the rear 1/3 of each cylinder. Handles of rammers have extensive, very fine, hand cut checkering with hand cut checkered pads on the rammer latches. Wedges are matching engraved on their ends. Engraving patterns on the frames & bbls frequently terminate in flower blossoms with Mr. Young having incorporated an eagle’s head in the patterns on the frame of #12400. Another eagle’s head is on the left side of the bbl lug and a dog’s head just above the wedge screw. Right side of the frame has a dog’s head incorporated in one of the patterns and right side of the bbl lug has an eagle’s head and a dog’s head within the patterns. Number 12401 has a dog’s head on the left side of the frame with a dog’s head & eagle’s head the on left side of the bbl. Right side of the frame also has an eagle’s head with one dog’s head on right side of bbl. The serial numbers on both revolvers on bottoms of the frames, bbl lugs, trigger guards & back straps are accompanied by the initials “IE”. Most importantly the back straps are engraved in period script “To Gen. Robert Anderson U.S.A. / With Compliments of Colt’s Pt. F.A.Mg.Co.”. The tops of both back straps have extraordinary foliate fan or shell patterns with chip borders. Shoulders of the back straps & shoulders of the trigger guards are also beautifully engraved and left sides of the frames are engraved “COLT’S PATENT” in kidney shaped panels. These spectacular revolvers are accompanied by their equally spectacular walnut casing that has gold plated corner reinforcements, an empty presentation plate in the center of the lid, a mortised lock with gold plated escutcheon and mortised European style gold plated sliding latches. Interior is lined in burgundy velvet, compartmented in the bottom for the revolvers, a new & unused “COLTS PATENT”, angle spout, Navy sized flask, a spectacular high polish presentation grade “COLT’S PATENT” 2-cavity mold with sprue cutter, two lacquered tins for Eley’s caps, a presentation polished L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver, two trigger springs, two nipples, two spare hammer springs and two spare hands with attached springs. The trigger springs & nipples remain sewn in place as they were originally presented to Gen. Anderson as does the orig key sewn to the lining of the lid. Also accompanying are four packets of Colt Cartridge Works combustible cartridges. Also accompanying this fantastic lot is a wonderful 1840’s pattern sword presented to Gen. Anderson during the same period of time. The sword is by Ames with a 31″ double edged tapered blade, 5/8″ at the ricasso, etched on both sides with trophies of arms & flags and an eagle on the right side. Left side of the blade has the Ames Company name & address. It is mounted with a spectacular carved ivory handle with a trophy of arms on the right side and raised carved acanthus leaves and a bust portrait on the left side. The pommel, knuckle bow & counter guard are gold washed with the pommel a very detailed helmeted knight’s head with acanthus leaves, lightning bolt arrows & flower blossoms on the knuckle bow. The handguard is engraved “ET DECUS ET PRETIUM REGTI. / The CITIZENS of TAUNTON, MASS. / MAJOR ROBERT ANDERSON U.S.A. / A tribute to his courage and his Fidelity / ACQUIRIT QUI TUETUR.” The scabbard is equally beautiful with full gold plating and rococo hangers with oak leaves & acorns on the drag and a beautiful handengraved panel in the center surmounted by a trophy of arms. Lower hanger is engraved with a very detailed rendition of Fort Sumter flying the American flag. The space between the hangers is engraved with a small trophy of arms and a wreath surrounding the inscription “DEO DUCE, FERRO COMITATE”. There is also a gold braid sword knot hanging from the lower ring of the upper hanger. Accompanied by its orig blue velvet lined walnut casing. Sword is also accompanied by Gen. Anderson’s General Officer’s gold braid sword belt with gold braid hangers and his orig gold & silver rectangular officer’s buckle. Belt is lined with fine brown Moroccan leather Additionally accompanied by a large volume of reference material, articles and copies of photographs of Gen. Anderson, his family and other officers along with an CDV of Major Anderson in uniform with his orig signature and another CDV of Anerdson in the uniform of a Brig Gen. There is also a fine steel engraving of Gen. Anderson by J.C. Buttre of New York. In addition there are four orig Harper’s Weekly newspapers dated Jan. 12, 1861 issue which features an article about Maj. Anderson; March 23, 1861 which has an engraving of the photo of Maj. Anderson and the other eight officers with him at Fort Sumter and the April 27, 1861 issue describing the bombardment of Fort Sumter; May 4, 1861 with the entire front cover an engraving of the shelling of fort Sumter with the City of Charleston in the foreground entitled “The House-Tops in Charleston During the Bombardment of Sumter”. It depicts the housetops covered with spectators, most of whom are cheering with some of the ladies openly weeping. Also accompanying is another steel engraving of Maj. Anderson by G.F. Perine of South Carolina. Also accompanying this extraordinary lot are two National Rifle Association (NRA) medals. 1) NRA Silver Medal #331 awarded to these revolvers as one of the Top Ten Displays at an association meeting; 2) NRA Gold Medal #3 a “National Treasure” Medal. Only three of these gold medals have ever been awarded since the inception of the award during the 1998 NRA Annual Meeting. Also accompanying is a Fort Sumter medal to Maj. Anderson from the Citizens of New York. This medal measures 2-3/4″ diameter with the image of the Bombardment of Fort Sumter surmounted by “SUMTER” with the dates April 12 & 13, 1861 below. Additionally accompanying are three of Gen. Anderson’s GAR medals, a bronze, a silver and a gold, with a tiny gold replica lapel pin. All four medals have American flag ribbons with an eagle resting on cannon bbls, a saber & cannon balls. All four medals are identical with 5-point stars and the Grand Army of the Republic inscription with the dates 1861-Veteran-1866. An additional accompaniment is the Fort Sumter token which is one of 400 ordered struck by Gen. Quincy Gilmore which has a raised depiction of the battered Fort Sumter over the date “AUG. 23D 1863” and the reverse in raised letters “FOR GALLANT AND MERITORIOUS CONDUCT / PRESENTED / BY / Q. Gillmore / Maryland”. Also accompanying is a certificate entitling Gen. Robert Anderson to 32 shares of the Chicago & Great Eastern Railway Company dated May 21, 1866. The shares were valued at $100 each. And finally accompanied by a bronze rampant Colt trophy mounted on a round walnut base. Overall height is 14″. The historic importance of these wonderful Colts cannot be overemphasized when considering the courage and gallantry exhibited by Maj. Anderson and his command in the defense of his flag and national honor. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection; Bob Berryman Collection; Chris Anderson Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all visible numbers are matching. No dis-assembly was attempted to check for other matching numbers. Both revolvers retain virtually all of their orig brilliant factory finish with glossy bright blue and strong bright case colors. Trigger guards & back straps retain most of their strong orig silver plating with #12400 showing about 20-25% silver losses. Grips are equally crisp & new with wonderful mellow ivory patina showing no use or imperfections. Case is equally new with a few minor grain checks in the lid and a couple more in the bottom under the cloth covering and overall retains most of its orig varnish with some losses of gold plating on the plate in the lid. Interior is extremely fine showing fading in the bottom with some minor damages from the front sights & hammer spurs. Flask, mold & nipple wrench retain about all of their orig factory finish. Spare parts & cap tins are also equally fine. All other accessories are extremely fine as are the accompanying ephemera, medals & medallions. Sword is equally new retaining virtually all of its orig gold plating and fine etching & frosting on the blade. Ivory handle retains all of its orig deep relief carving and has a beautiful ivory patina. Case is also extremely fine with some minor scratches, nicks & dings and light wear on corners. Interior is deep purple with slight edge wear. Sword belt lining is a little fragile with some crackling but complete and nearly intact with bright gold in the outside covering and on the buckle. Bronze is extremely fine with some minor oxidation around horses mouth. 4-36398 JR204 (1,250,000-2,500,000)

ELEGANT SILVER MOUNTED HALF STOCK PRESENTATION RIFLE MADE FOR UNION CIVIL WAR HERO MAJOR ROBERT ANDERSON BY DANIEL SEARLES, BATON ROUGE, LA WITH DISPLAY CASE. SN NSN. 36 Cal. rifled 41″ full octagon barrel with gold and silver band inlays on each end of the barrel which is signed Searles. Daniel Searles, Baton Rouge, LA, is best known for knives he made for Jim Bowie. The iron sideplate is richly engraved and inscribed R. Anderson, U.S. Army. Silver mounts are attributed to Rees Fitzpatrick, a Baton Rouge silversmith, considered the finest weapons artisan of his day in the South. This rifle is featured in a full-page color photograph on Page 76 of the book “Steel Canvas The Art of American Arms” by R.L. Wilson. The delicate silver four-piece patchbox is profusely and finely engraved and has 16 piercings. The 8″ silver toeplate and the silver trigger guard feature equally fine engraving. The silver buttplate, rear entrance ferrule and silver nosecap are similarly engraved. The barrel is held to the stock with two barrel wedges and the grip of the stock is finely cross-hatched. Its tremendous historical interest aside, this rifle would rank among the finest of half stocks. Accompanied by a fine, recently made, Plexiglass, display case. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: This rifle is in excellent original condition throughout with only minor dents and bruises. There is a relatively insignificant but noticeable crack in the stock at the wrist extending from one rear lockplate screw to the other rear lockplate screw. The barrel with most of its original finish does show signs of light pitting and small dings. 4-36431 RGG9 (20,000-40,000)

VERY RARE VERY EARLY CASED COLT BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLER. SN 122. Cal. 31. Fantastic Baby Dragoon with 5″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 2-line New York City address without brackets reading from cylinder to muzzle. Left side of frame has “COLTS PATENT” in the central position with a square back brass trigger guard & back strap containing a 1-pc walnut grip in the very unusual earliest grip shape & butt angle found only on the first few Baby Dragoons. It has 5-shot cylinder with the Ranger/Indian fight scene roll marking and a single intact safety pin on rear face. Cylinder has “COLTS PATENT” & serial number in a single line as found only on the earliest types versus the two lines for “COLTS PATENT” on later specimens and it has round cylinder stop notches. Cylinder pin is of the earliest type with cupped end to serve as a ramrod and the hammer is without roller for the hammer spring. Accompanied by an orig Paterson style mahogany casing with fluted lid and brown velvet lining, recessed in bottom in Paterson style for the revolver, a fantastic double sided standing eagle “COLTS PATENT” flask, a brass 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold without sprue cutter, a very early tin of “COLT’S PISTOL CAPS” by Eley Brothers, an L-shaped nipple wrench screwdriver and accompanied by a packet of “COLT’S CARTRIDGE WORKS” combustible cartridges. PROVENANCE: Herb Glass Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains about 99% of the early dull Colt blue with only very faint muzzle & sharp edge wear and a few minor dings. Frame & hammer retain about all of their orig dull case colors and the screws about all of their orig blue. Trigger guard & back strap have been polished and retain only traces of orig silver plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches and very light sharp edge wear, retaining virtually all of its orig factory varnish. Cylinder is crisp, probably unfired and retains about 85% strong orig blue and about 99% Ranger/Indian fight scene. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case has a grain check in the lid with a few minor nicks & scratches and retains about all of a fine restored finish. Flask is extraordinarily fine retaining 98-99% strong orig finish. Mold has a few minor dings and has been polished bright. Cap tin has a few minor chips in the edge around the label, otherwise is extremely fine. Nipple wrench/screwdriver has a few minor scattered pits and retains most of its orig blue. Cartridge packet has a cracked seal with two bullets exposed, otherwise is extremely fine with strong label. Altogether a rare & exciting set never to be again encountered. 4-36407 JR90 (35,000-60,000)

FABULOUS GEN. FRANKLIN PIERCE DOUBLE PRESENTATION CASED COLT 1ST MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 3969. Cal. 44. Wonderful 1st Model Dragoon with 7-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, German silver front sight and address that reads chamber to muzzle. Rammer handle has the vertical latch. It has usual 6-shot cylinder with oval stop notches and the Ormsby Ranger/Indian fight scene. Frame is marked “COLT’S PATENT” over a tiny “U.S.”. Square back trigger guard and back strap are silver plated and contain a 1-pc walnut grip. Back strap is engraved in period script “Presented by Col Seymour, Gov. of Conn. to Genl / Franklin Pierce, & by him presented to Thos J. Whipple.” Accompanied by a very early brown leather covered casing with coffin top having incised line decorations with a gold embossed black leather rectangle in center inscribed in gold “COL. T.J. WHIPPLE.”. It has a mortised brass lock with ornate rococco brass escutcheon and is lined in burgundy velvet with recesses in bottom for revolver, an early Dragoon size flask, a brass 2-cavity mold with sprue cutter unusually marked on right side “COLTS PATENT” and a reproduction Paterson style U-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver. Flask is dbl sided with a repoussed stand of flags & arms over crossed Paterson rifles which are over a crossed pair of Paterson revolvers and has a ribbon below embossed “COLTS PATENT”. It has hangers low on each side with triangle loops. One of hangers has been soldered in place. Cap on the top is also marked “COLTS PATENT”. Accompanied by an NRA Silver Medallion No. 378 awarded to this revolver as one of the ten best revolvers at an annual meeting. Franklin Pierce, 1804-1869, was from New Hampshire and a confirmed Democrat. His early life in New Hampshire was undistinguished even as an elected member of the U.S. House of Representatives and later the U.S. Senate until he enlisted for service as a Private in the Mexican War and was soon appointed Colonel. In March of 1847 he was appointed Brigadier General and took command of a brigade of reinforcements under the command of Gen. Winfield Scott marching to Mexico City. At the Battle of Contreras Gen. Pierce seriously injured his leg but the next day resumed command and fought in two more major battles and was with Gen. Scott at the capture of Mexico City. After the war he returned to New Hampshire and in 1853 became the 14th President of the United States. At the end of his term in 1857 he was not renominated by his party due to unpopular legislation he had promoted regarding the slavery issue in Kansas. He returned to New Hampshire and led a rather mundane and undistinguished life until is death in 1869. Col. Thomas Hart Seymour, 1807-1868, was also a confirmed Democrat from Connecticut where he was educated and served one term as a member of the U.S. Congress, 1843-1845. He declined renomination and in 1846 was commissioned a Major in the New England Regiment of Volunteers and served in the Mexican War. He fought with great distinction and bravery at the Battles of Melino & Chapultepec where he was accorded high military honors. During the assault up the steep slopes of Chapultepec, under murderous fire his Colonel was killed. He took command and continued the assault and capture of the fortified town. He fought through the remainder of the Mexican War and was with Gen. Scott at the capture of Mexico City. After the war he returned to Connecticut and in 1850 was elected Governor and was re-elected in 1851, 1852 & 1853. In April 1853 he was appointed Minister to the Russian Court by Pres. Franklin Pierce where he served four years. Both of these men were staunch Democrats and both were sympathetic to the Southern cause during the Civil War which, when discovered, led to their complete abandonment by the Democrat Party and general ostracizing by the public, so much so that Gov. Seymour’s portrait was, by vote of the Legislature, removed from the State House. Both died reasonably obscure. The above facts give credence to the connection between Gov. Seymour and Pres. Pierce. Thomas Jefferson Whipple was born in 1816 in New Hamshire and after receiving his education became a lawyer in New Hampshire. Sometime prior to 1840 he raised an independent military company, the Wentworth Phalanx, and was Aide-de-Campe to Gen. Cook when only seventeen years of age. He was later commissioned 1st Lieutenant in the 9th New England Regiment, became the Adjutant of Col. Pierce in the Spring of 1846. He fought in the Mexican War and was taken prisoner at Vera Cruz and subsequently exchanged at Jalapa. After the War he returned to New Hampshire where he remained, practicing law, until the outbreak of the Civil War. He served as Lt. Colonel of the 1st New Hampshire Regiment and then as Colonel of the 4th and later the 12th New Hampshire Regiments. He had been active in politics prior to the outbreak of the Civil War and then resumed his political connections after the Civil War. This information therefore ties Col. Whipple to Pres. Pierce having been Col. Pierce’s Adjutant during the Mexican War. As of this writing the actual reasons for the presentations are unknown. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching except wedge which is numbered “924” (grip was not checked). Bbl retains about 95% orig blue with light muzzle edge wear and flaking over bbl lug. Rammer & rammer handle retain dark case colors. Cylinder retains about 90% thin orig blue turning brown and also retains 96-98% Ranger/Indian fight scene. Frame & hammer retain dark case colors, smoky on right side, with brighter colors on right side of hammer. Trigger guard & back strap retain most of their orig silver plating with a couple of thin spots with brass showing through. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with scattered spots of pitting. Case has some minor cracks in the lid that are very old, otherwise is completely sound with light handling & storage marks. Interior is moderately faded, dark under the revolver & implements. Flask is exceptionally fine retaining most of its bright & unusual orig finish. Mold is equally bright & clean and nipple wrench/screwdriver retains most of its brilliant orig case colors. Altogether an extraordinary & rare Presidential presentation Colt. 4-36411 JR94 (250,000-450,000)

INCREDIBLY UNIQUE PRESIDENT FRANKLIN PIERCE FROM COL. COLT PRESENTATION CASED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 5270. Cal. 36. Spectacular, unique and well documented Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass mushroom pin front sight and 1-line New York City address. Left side of the frame has hand engraved “COLTS PATENT” and it is fitted with silver plated small oval brass trigger guard & back strap with spectacular deluxe, varnished, burl walnut, flame grain 1-pc grip with the matching serial number in the back strap channel. Frame, bbl & bbl lug, rammer pivot, hammer, back strap & trigger guard are beautifully engraved in pattern known as “Large Donut Scroll” with full coverage on the frame and recoil shields. Recoil shields have a wide triple border. Right recoil shield has a capping cutout without groove. Bbl & bbl lug have matching large foliate arabesque patterns with a most unusual and rare panel vignette on the right side of a 3-masted sailing ship under full sail with another sailing ship in port in the background. Left side of bbl lug has a round vignette of a fouled anchor. Top two side flats of bbl have matching foliate arabesque patterns with incised border lines around the address on top flat terminating in a leaf pattern. Muzzle & chamber ends of the bbl have border patterns with an anchor chain pattern at the left rear edge of bbl lug. Hammer is deluxe engraved to match with wolf’s head on each side of hammer nose and a very fine hand-cut knurled spur. Back strap has matching deep engraved patterns at top & heel with the center a rectangular panel with scalloped borders bearing the inscription “TO GENL FRANK PIERCE / from COL. COLT”. Butt strap & trigger guard are engraved with matching patterns and trigger guard flat has feather pattern borders. Shoulders of back strap & trigger guard are also engraved to match and all screwheads are engraved except the rammer screw which is probably an old replacement. Cylinder is usual 6-shot configuration with rolled Ormsby Naval battle scene that may have been hand enhanced. Accompanied by its orig blue velvet lined mahogany casing with shield shaped lock escutcheon for the mortised brass lock. Bottom is compartmented for the revolver, a wonderful “COLTS PATENT” angle spout Navy sized flask, a brass 2-cavity bullet mold with fire blued “COLTS PATENT” sprue cutter, a sealed tin of Eley’s caps with mottled paper wrapping and green & black label, an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a rarely encountered wood handled nipple pick, occasionally seen in high grade presentation sets. Also accompanied by an NRA Silver Medallion, #100, which was awarded to this revolver on March 30, 1969 at the 98th Annual Meeting of the National Rifle Association in Washington, DC. The owner at that time was renowned firearms authority, Eric Vaule. Also accompanied by an American Society of Arms Collectors Medallion awarded to this wonderful Colt at the September 2008 meeting in Williamsburg, Virginia. Additionally accompanying is a Franklin Pierce Presidential pin-back which is a 2-1/8″ diameter button with the picture of General/President Franklin Pierce. Additionally accompanying is a large bronze rampant Colt statue awarded to this revolver at an annual Colt Society meeting & exhibit. Another accompaniment is a William Rogers sterling teaspoon with an embossed likeness of Franklin Pierce and his name on the handle with the inscription on a ribbon below his protrait “14th President 1853-1857”. Also accompanying is a modern made 31-star American flag commemorating the number of states in the Union when Franklin Pierce became President. And finally accompanying is a large binder of material on the life of Franklin Pierce, Congressman, U.S. Senator, Brigadier General of New Hampshire Volunteers in the Mexican War and 14th President of the United States (1804-1869). Franklin Pierce was born in 1804 in Hillsboro, New Hampshire, educated in New Hampshire and Bowdoin College in Maine where he formed a lifelong friendship with Nathaniel Hawthorne. Upon graduation in 1824 he studied law and was admitted to the Bar in 1827. He was a lifelong Democrat and became a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives in 1829 and was elected Speaker in 1831 & 1832. In 1833 he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and in 1837 to the U.S. Senate. He resigned in 1842 before the completion of his term and returned to practicing law in Concord, NH where he became a federal district attorney. In 1845 he was offered several political positions including Governor of New Hampshire, an appointment to fill an unexpired term in the U.S. Senate and Attorney General in President Polk’s cabinet. He rejected all of these appointments. In 1846, shortly after the outbreak of war with Mexico, Mr. Pierce enlisted as a private but was soon appointed Colonel of the 9th Regiment and later Brigadier General of Volunteers. He served under Gen. Scott in the advance toward Mexico City where he was injured at the Battle of Contreras when he was thrown from his horse which had stepped into a hole and broken his leg. Despite the injury he continued in the fight. He remained in command of his unit and continued with Gen. Scott to the surrender of Mexico City. After the war he returned to his law practice. In 1852, at the Democratic Convention in Baltimore he was nominated for the Presidency and later was elected in a near landslide. During his Presidency he supported several controversial pieces of legislation that were sympathetic to the Southern slavery issue and became unpopular, even in his own party and was not renominated for a second term. Upon the expiration of his presidency he returned to New Hampshire to his law practice, never again to enter politics, and died Oct. 8, 1869 of cirrhosis of the liver. During his service in the Mexican War General/President Pierce became well acquainted with Colt’s new holster pistol, the Walker Model. He is recorded several times as having enthusiastically endorsed Colt’s revolver for the U.S. Military and apparently became well acquainted with Col. Colt himself. There are several recorded instances of communication between Col. Colt and Sen. Pierce and in 1848 Colt presented a Dragoon revolver to then Gen. Pierce. Sam Colt, ever the inveterate business man, presented this Model 1851 Navy revolver to Franklin Pierce on the very eve of his ascendancy to the President after having been nominated by the Democrat Party. The use of the familiar “Frank” in the presentation by Sam Colt gives plausibility to the closeness he shared with the soon to be President of the United States. A large portion of this information was extracted from a 10-page letter by noted author, researcher & historian, R.L. Wilson. He states in the last paragraph of page 10 that of the thirty-six men in history who have held the office of President of the United States, Franklin Pierce was the only one known to have been presented with a percussion Colt firearm and he was presented with two. The other being a Dragoon revolver being sold elsewhere in this auction. Also included in this binder of material is a signed letter to Mr. W.G.C. Kimball, Kimball Arms Co., Woburn, Mass., from John M. Stark of Concord, NH on his Attorney at Law letterhead dated March 31st, 1938, wherein he states “In regard to the Colt revolver which you purchased of me and its history, I will say that I am 52 years of age. My mother, the late Annie McNeil Stark, was a grand-niece of the late President Pierce. This revolver was given to Franklin Pierce by Colonel Colt. Franklin Pierce gave this revolver to my grandfather, John McNeil. My grandfather gave it to his daughter, Annie McNeil Stark. I can remember when I was about eight (8) years old of seeing this revolver at the house; and as my father and mother are both dead I cannot give you any further information.” The letter is accompanied by an envelope with the return franking of Murray G. Peterson of Marblehead, Mass. which is written on the face in ink “Identification of Colt No. 5270 Navy Model”. Also in this lot is a certified copy of the will of Franklin Pierce wherein he specifically bequeaths various items with the bulk of his estate going to his nephew, Frank Hawthorne Pierce, which may have included this Colt revolver. This binder also contains a copy of a photograph of Franklin Pierce along with numerous other references to his personal, political & military careers. This revolver is pictured in full color on p. 30 of the book Fine Colts The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection, Wilson and is mentioned on p. 58 of The Colt Engraving Book, Wilson. It is also pictured in full color on p. 126 with a large writeup in The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson. PROVENANCE: Murray G. Peterson Collection; Eric Vaule; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains about 70-75% fading orig factory blue, strong in sheltered areas. Rammer & rammer handle retain faded case colors. Frame & hammer retain dark case colors with pitting on hammer nose. Cylinder is a blue/brown patina and retains about 80-85% Ormsby Naval Battle Scene. Trigger guard & back strap retain most of their heavy orig silver plating, slightly thin on heel. Grip is sound with light nicks & scratches showing light war and retains most of its piano varnish finish. Case has a slightly warped lid with usual storage & handling nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior retains strong royal blue color with spots of fading around cylinder area and light damage from front sight. Flask is extremely fine retaining about 95% thinning orig finish with light tarnish on collar & spout. Mold is very fine with a few light dings on each side and retains about 90% bright fire blue on sprue cutter. Cap tin wrapping is nearly intact with only one or two minor losses and lightly faded label. Other accessories are fine. The accompanying medallions, bronze, spoon and pin-back are equally fine. 4-36412 JR101 (150,000-275,000)

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE CASED ENGRAVED COLT BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 7623. Cal. 31. Baby Dragoon revolvers in and of themselves are extremely rare. Early cased ones are still more rare and to find a cased engraved Baby Dragoon is unimaginable. This fantastic revolver has 4″ oct bbl, with brass pin front sight and 2-line New-York City address with dashes. It has silver plated square back trigger guard & back strap with 1-pc walnut grip. Left side of frame has “COLTS PATENT” in tiny letters. Frame, bbl, trigger guard & back strap are beautifully engraved in early vine style with plain background. Frame has full coverage with matching patterns on each side of the bbl lug and top side bbl flats leaving the top flat with the address only. There is a wide band of engraving around muzzle. Back strap, butt strap & trigger guard have fine foliate arabesque patterns with a series of arrowheads down the back strap. Hammer is engraved in a minimalist dog’s head with engraving patterns on the top edge and a hand checkered oval on the spur. Cylinder is of the usual 5-shots with the Ranger/Indian fight scene and oval cylinder stop notches. The single safety pin is battered. Extremely few of these rare little revolvers survive today with much orig condition and engraved ones are virtually unknown. Accompanied by an orig Paterson style mahogany casing with fluted lid and brown velvet lining recessed in the bottom for the revolver, a dbl sided standing eagle “COLTS PATENT” flask with silver plated collar, thumb lever & spout, a brass 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold without sprue cutter, an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and an extremely early “COLT’S PISTOL CAPS” tin by Eley Brothers with green lid and green & black label. Also accompanied by a sealed packet of “COLT’S CARTRIDGE WORKS” combustible cartridges. Additionally accompanied by a National Rifle Association Silver Medallion No. 197, awarded to this revolver as one of the ten best arms exhibited at an annual meeting. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, possibly unfired, all matching including wedge (grip was not checked). Bbl retains 95-96% strong orig early Colt blue with a few scattered chemical spots. Frame & hammer retain virtually all of their orig muted case colors. Trigger guard & back strap retain about 50% orig silver plating with most of losses on back strap. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains most of an old restored finish on the exterior. Interior of lid is extremely fine. Bottom is lightly to moderately faded & soiled showing moderate wear. Flask retains 75-80% strong orig finish with slight wear on the collar. Mold & nipple wrench/screwdriver are extremely fine. Cap tin is lightly faded. Cartridge packet is extremely fine. 4-36402 JR97 (225,000-400,000)

EXTRAORDINARY DELUXE ROSEWOOD CASED & DELUXE GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT PRESENTATION GRADE MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 67506. Cal. 31. Outstanding blue & case colored pocket model with 6″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and engraved “SAML COLT” in place of bbl address. It has 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup scene and silver plated trigger guard & backstrap mounted with deluxe presentation grade 1-pc walnut grip. This fantastic revolver is engraved in Gustave Young’s most elaborate & beautiful intertwining sweeping foliate & arabesque patterns with some of the scrolls terminating in flower blossoms. Bbl lug & rammer pivot are equally beautifully engraved with fine border patterns around the muzzle. Hammer is deluxe coverage engraved with wolf’s heads on each side of hammer nose. Top of backstrap has a deep engraved fan pattern with foliate arabesque patterns at top & heel of backstrap with matching patterns on butt strap & trigger bow. Shoulders of trigger guard & backstrap are beautifully engraved with sunburst patterns. Accompanied by its orig deluxe presentation rosewood casing with gilded brass reinforcements on corners, a blank plate in lid with an elaborate lock escutcheon on front. Interior is most beautifully lined with green & burgundy velvet, French fitted in bottom for revolver and its orig brass & ebony cleaning rod with concealed worm, which fits in the bore. Right rear corner has a compartment for the most rare spare matching numbered 5-shot cylinder, with other fitted recesses for a single sided “COLTS PATENT”, “E PLURIBUS UNUM” flask, a silver plated brass 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold without sprue cutter, an extremely rare silver plated brass loading tool with concealed worm and an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver. There are two covered compartments in front that have mushroom shaped ivory knobs. This fantastic set was purchased by renowned English dealer Pete Holder in 1990 from a gentleman by the name of James Millard of the Henry Monk Gunmakers, Queen Street in Chester, England, who stated that he had owned it since about 1960. He also stated that it had been owned since the 1940’s by Millard’s grandfather who was the owner of Joseph Braddell & Son, Gunmakers in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It reportedly came into his Grandfathers possession from a member of the Belfast Water Commissioners who was given the set when the Belfast Water Commissioners’ Office was closed and its contents distributed amongst the management. These statements are supported by a hand written letter on Henry Monk letterhead, dated 8-3-1990, over the signature of James Millard, wherein he details the above information. This wonderful revolver was the center spread, the Roll of Honor, in the Sept/Oct 1989 issue of Man at Arms magazine, a copy of which accompanies this lot. This beautiful cased Colt was exhibited at the “Colt: The Legacy of a Legend” exhibition held at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Cody Firearms Museum, Cody, Wyoming in 2003. In addition to the above mentioned magazine publication, this fabulous revolver, case & accessories were featured in full color on pp. 86&87 of The Colt Engraving Book, Vol. I, Wilson. This set was also featured as Item 14 on p. 247 of Colt’s Pocket ’49 It’s Evolution, Jordan & Watt. The latter reference states that it is the only known set with the cleaning rod in the muzzle. That this set was intended as a presentation to some high official there can be no doubt given the deluxe plus engraving and extraordinary casing. This is truly a one of a kind in exceptional unused condition. PROVENANCE: Pete Holder Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including wedge & both cylinders (grip was not checked). Revolver & both cylinders retain about all of their fine orig factory finish with glossy bright blue on bbl & cylinders with minor flaking on bbl & one cylinder. Both cylinders retain all five safety pins. Rammer, frame & hammer retain about all of their strong orig case colors and grip frame about all of its strong orig silver plating, slightly thinned on trigger plate. Grip is sound with a couple of very minor nicks in the edges and overall retains about all of its bright piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, probably unfired. Casing has usual lightstorage & handling nicks & scratches with gilding losses on reinforcing corners and overall retains most of its orig factory varnish. Burgundy velvet trim on interior is moderately faded with light soil, with the green velvet extremely fine. Flask retains virtually all of its orig factory finish with some slight thinning on edges. Mold has a few light dents & dings but appears unused. Silver plates ball starter has a small repair near tip. Other accessories are extremely fine. Cleaning rod has a paint crack in the head. 4-36408 JR87 (90,000-160,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CASED INVENTOR DOUBLE PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 91967. Cal. 31. This is an extraordinary Gustave Young engraved double presentation Model 1849 pocket revolver with 5″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and engraved “SAML COLT” on top flat in place of bbl address. It has 5-shot cylinder and silver plated small guard trigger guard and back strap containing a deluxe select grain, piano varnish finished walnut grip. Revolver has Mr. Young’s deluxe No. 2 engraving with extra flourishes. Engraving consists of full coverage on the frame of his beautiful sweeping foliate arabesque patterns, some of which terminate in flower blossoms. “COLTS PATENT” is hand engraved on left side of frame in a kidney shaped panel. Bbl lug & rammer pivot are engraved to match with a most unusual detail incorporated into the patterns on left side. This feature is a man’s head with goat’s horns and a pipe in his mouth. Hammer has matching deluxe engraving with a wolf’s head on each side of hammer nose and hand cut checkered hammer spur. Top of back strap has Mr. Young’s distinctive fan pattern with foliate arabesque patterns at top & heel with matching engraving on butt strap & trigger guard. Center of back strap bears the inscription in script “From Inventor to / Marshfield Fair / August 1854”. All screw heads are engraved which feature is only found on Mr. Young’s most deluxe & special presentation pieces. Samuel Colt, in addition to being a prolific inventor, was also an extremely astute business man and during his lifetime as the head of the Colt Manufacturing Empire made innumerable presentations to mostly military officers, highly placed political figures and personal friends who could possibly further his business interests. These presentations ranged from simple standard arms with simple presentations to deluxe engraved and presentation cased inscribed pieces. Very few (probably only two) are known with organizational presentations. This beautiful piece is accompanied by its orig deluxe rosewood casing with brass plaque in the top inscribed in period script identically to the inscription on back strap. It has a chip & dot engraved border and appears to have been engraved by the same hand, probably Gustave Young himself. Case has a mortised brass lock with burgundy velvet lining, compartmented in the bottom for revolver and an unusual “COLTS PATENT” “E PLURIBUS UNUM” eagle & shield flask with silver plated collar & spout. Flask compartment is somewhat unusual in that the compartment is shorter than the flask and has a notch in the center partition wherein rests the spout. Also accompanied by a brass 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold without sprue cutter that has the extremely unusual feature of heavily silver plated handles. Right rear corner contains an empty Eley’s cap tin. Left front compartment contains a very highly polished blued, L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a packet of “COLT’S CARTRIDGE WORKS” combustible cartridges. Front center compartment also contains an orig wire cleaning rod with slotted tip. Bottom of case is covered in faded purple oil cloth. Additionally accompanied by a 6-page letter from renowned author and historian, R.L. Wilson, describing this wonderful cased set, which appears on p. 64 of the book Colt Engraving, Wilson, and is described on pp. 94-95 of The Colt Engraving Book, Vol. I, Wilson, without photograph as no suitable photograph was available at that time. It is also pictured & described in Vol. II of the book Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection, Wilson. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is extremely fine, all matching including wedge (grip was not checked). Bbl retains about 98% glossy orig factory blue with only very fine sharp edge wear. Rammer handle & pivot retain dark case colors turning silver on handle. Frame & hammer retain about all their orig case colors turned dark, brighter in sheltered areas. Cylinder retains 75-80% thinning orig blue with three of the five safety pins present and 96-97% stagecoach holdup scene. Trigger guard & back strap retain about all of their strong orig silver plating. Grip is sound with a very few, very minor slight mars in the finish and retains virtually all of its brilliant hand rubbed piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case is exceptionally fine with only a few minor handling & storage scratches & mars with the presentation plaque & lock escutcheon retaining most of their orig finish. Interior is lightly faded with light soil and minor damage from front sight & hammer spur. Flask is very find, retaining most of its orig finish with some slight silver loss on collar & spout. The unusual mold has a few minor dents & dings on top, bottom & sides and retains most of its orig silver plating on handles. Cap tin label is moderately faded with some foxing. Cartridge packet is extremely fine and the nipple wrench/screwdriver is extremely fine, retaining most of its orig bright fire blue. 4-36410 JR89 (60,000-100,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE & PROBABLY THE ONLY KNOWN CASED ENGRAVED PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1865 POCKET NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 16619. Cal. 36. Spectacular late vine style engraved with plain background, possibly by Gustave Young, this wonderful revolver has 4-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line “NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA” address with rolled “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame. Caliber marking is on left rear web of trigger guard. It has 5-shot rebated cylinder with rolled stagecoach holdup scene. It has silver plated large trigger guard & back strap with a most rare & extraordinary carved & checkered deluxe 1-pc walnut grip. Engraving consists of full coverage foliate arabesque vine patterns with the scroll on left recoil shield terminating in a blossom indicative of Gustave Young’s work. Bbl, bbl lug & rammer pivot are engraved to match as are the ends of the wedge. Hammer also has deluxe matching pattern engraving with a wolf’s head on each side of hammer nose and shading on sides of hammer spur. Top of back strap & shoulders of back strap & trigger guard are engraved with a fan & patterns also reminiscent of Mr. Young’s later identified work. Back strap has matching foliate patterns at top & heel and on butt strap with matching patterns on trigger bow and frame. Serial numbers on bbl lug, frame, trigger guard & butt strap are all accompanied by a small “E”. Back strap is engraved in period script “Presented to L.T. Pearson, Esq. / by Colt’s Pat. F.A. Mfg. Co. 17th July 1868. Accompanied by its orig Colt mahogany casing with black velvet lining, compartmented in bottom for the revolver, a single sided eagle & shield E Pluribus Unum pocket size flask, an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a cardboard box of Goldmark’s Percussion Caps. Right rear compartment contains bullets & balls. Also accompanying is a packet of “COLT’S CARTRIDGE WORKS” combustible cartridges. This fabulous cased set appeared as Lot 130 in the Oct. 8, 2002 James D. Julia Auction of the incredible collection of Thomas K. Hutchinson and was purchased by the consignor from that auction. Subsequent to that auction information has come to light which firmly establishes this pocket sized Navy caliber revolver as the Model of 1865. This information was presented in an article in the Summer 2004 The Rampant Colt magazine by John D. Breslin & Philip Boulton, a copy of which accompanies this lot. The same information was also presented at the April 2002 meeting of the American Society of Arms Collectors and was in a lengthy article in their bulletin #85, a copy of which also accompanies. Additionally accompanying is a 10-page letter from noted author, researcher & historian, R.L. Wilson regarding this revolver and its presentation. Mr. Wilson states that according to the articles by Mr. Breslin, this is the only known dated Model 1865 Pocket Navy. Mr. Wilson further states that the grips were carved by Charles J. Helfricht, father of renowned Colt Master Engraver Cuno A. Helfricht. The presentation to L.T. Pearson was an internal presentation within the factory to someone obviously of great importance to the company who was held in very high esteem. This cased set was formerly in the William M. Locke Collection and apparently was so highly regarded by him that it appears in the color section of the book of his collection. It is pictured as plate 103 in the book Samuel Colt Presents, Wilson. It also appears on p. 73 in the book Colt Presentations from the Factory Ledgers 1856-1869, Houze. Mr. Houze states that on p. 561 of Journal B is the notation “Friday July 17.1868. 1. 4-1/2 in. New Pkt Pistol Engraved & Carved Stock presented to L.T. Pearson.” Mr Houze, in his note below the journal entry states “L.T. Pearson retired as the Colt’s Company’s Chief Accountant & Auditor on July 15, 1868” and only seven other numbers of Colt management were paid a higher salary. A copy of Mr. Houze’s book accompanies this lot. The quality & condition of this rare presentation piece renders it suitable for the most advanced collection or museum exhibit. PROVENANCE: William M. Locke Collection; Thomas Hutchinson Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains about 95% glossy orig blue with some slight flaking on left side. Rammer handle & pivot retain strong case colors. Frame & hammer retain virtually all of their strong orig case colors turning dark. Cylinder retains about 85-90% orig blue, stronger in rebated area with all five safety pins crisp. Cylinder also retains 96-98% stagecoach holdup scene. Trigger guard & back strap retain most of their orig silver plating, slightly thin on back strap. The fabulous grip is sound showing light wear with a few fine nicks & scratches. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with scattered pitting. Case has a grain check in the lid and two more in the bottom, otherwise is sound with minor handling & storage nicks & scratches with a slight warp in the lid and overall retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is lightly faded with minor soil from the cylinder and heel of grip with light damage from front sight & hammer spur. Flask is very fine, retaining about 90% orig finish. Nipple wrench/screwdriver, cap box & packet of cartridges are extremely fine. 4-36409 JR95 (75,000-125,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE BOOK CASED INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 2845. Cal. 36. Revolver is blue & case colored with 5-1/2″ rnd bbl with Hartford address. It has silver plated trigger guard & back strap with deluxe, varnished, highly figured walnut grip. This revolver has Gustave Young’s deluxe coverage foliate arabesque pattern engraving with full coverage on frame, extensive coverage over bbl, bbl lug & around muzzle. Sides of hammer are engraved to match with his trademark wolf’s head on each side of hammer nose. Top edge of hammer is engraved in fish scale pattern with a hand cut swallow tail pattern knurled hammer spur. Mr. Young has incorporated one of his trademark dog’s heads in the pattern on left side of frame with several other loops ending in flower blossoms. Both sides of bbl lug have large flower blossoms incorporated into the patterns, with the wedge being engraved on both ends. Back strap is inscribed in script “Grosvenor Starr”. Front strap is engraved with a scroll & key that have the initials “C.C.J.” above and “C.S.P.” below. The scroll & key are symbols of the “Scroll & Key Society” of Yale, an exclusive invitation only club that admits only twelve members per year. Members of the Scroll & Key Society are considered the “power elite” of Yale and ultimately of the United States. The club was apparently formed in 1841 by dissatisfied members of the infamous “Skull & Bones Society” of Yale. Top of back strap has an unusual floral pattern with foliate arabesque patterns near top and at the heel with matching foliate arabesque patterns on butt strap & trigger bow. Adding to the deluxe presentation of this revolver is the matching engraved cylinder which has about 50% coverage, mostly on the rebated section with patterns over each chamber and a fine chip border around front edge. Accompanied by its exceptionally rare, orig, red leather covered book casing that is gold embossed with numerous figures, flags & symbols with a bust of George Washington in center of cover. Back cover has matching figures & patterns with the center a figure of Columbia or Lady Liberty. Spine of book is also embossed in gold with the title “COLT / ON THE CONSTITUTION / HIGHER LAW & / IRREPRESSIBLE CONFLICT” all in the top center panel with the bottom center panel embossed “DEDICATED / BY THE AUTHOR / TO” and across the bottom “JANY 1ST 1861”. The top, bottom & front edges are solid gilded wood and the center a hinged brass clasp. Interior is burgundy velvet lined with a mortised brass lock, compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a blued 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold with sprue cutter marked on right side “36P”, a dbl sided Colt-style eagle & shield E Pluribus Unum flask, an L-shaped nipple wrench, a packet of five combustible cartridges marked “POLICE PISTOLS” and a full sealed paper covered tin of Eley’s caps with mottled paper covering and green & black label. Grosvenor Starr was born Aug. 27, 1842 in New York City, attended a private military academy until age 15 when he was admitted to Yale. Due to his age he delayed one year then began his studies at age 16 with the class of 1862. In Aug. 1861, after his junior year he left his studies to join the Army in the Civil War. He was appointed Lieutenant & Adjutant of the 7th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. His unit was with Sherman’s Expedition to Port Royal in Oct./Nov. of 1861 and was involved in several engagements in North Carolina, South Carolina & Georgia until December. They moved to Tybee Island, Georgia building batteries and being engaged in fatique duty. Lt. Starr apparently contracted Typhoid fever and died in March of 1862. A tribute to Lt. Starr from his classmates appeared in the Yale Literary Magazine. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching including wedge, grip was not checked. Bbl retains about 90% glossy orig blue mixed with flaked patina. Rammer handle retains most of its orig case colors, strong & bright on the pivot. Frame & hammer retain about all of their orig case colors, thin on left recoil shield with fine pitting on hammer nose. Cylinder retains 30-50% orig blue with balance having flaked to a medium patina. Four of five safety pins are prominent. Trigger guard & back strap retain about 90% strong orig silver plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. Case is very fine with light soil overall with some staining on the spine and a partially detached hinge. Interior is moderately faded & soiled but completely intact. Flask & mold are crisp & new with some minor flaking on mold. Other accessories are very fine to extremely fine. Altogether a rare set presented to a courageous young man. 4-36415 JR211 (75,000-135,000)

WONDERFUL CASED MARTIALLY MARKED ENGRAVED PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 63823. Cal. 36. Fine martially marked Gustave Young engraved Colt Model 1851 Navy with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, scarce dovetail front sight and 1-line New York City address. Left side of frame has “COLT’S PATENT” over a tiny “U.S.” It has a small siver plated brass trigger guard & back strap and there are various inspector initials on miscellaneous parts including a small “A” on left side of grip at frame. Mounted with a very highly figured, varnished, 1-pc walnut grip which has the last four digits of the serial number in ink in the back strap channel. Overall this revolver is engraved in Gustave Young’s deluxe coverage of graceful intertwined foliate arabesque patterns, several of which terminate in his distinctive flower blossoms. Left side of bbl lug incorporates his distinctive bird head into one of the scrolls. Hammer has deluxe coverage on both sides with a wolf’s head on each side of the hammer nose. Top flat of the bbl has a chip & dot border around the address with two wavy line borders at muzzle. Top of back strap has Mr. Young’s sparse fan pattern with foliate arabesque patterns at the top & heel of back strap, across butt strap, trigger bow & trigger plate. Back strap is inscribed in script “Presented to Major General / Thomas Guyer / September 22, 1858 by the Colt Guard”. All of screw heads are also engraved. Accompanied by its spectacular burgundy velvet lined rosewood casing. Top of case has a blank brass plate with interior compartmented in bottom for the revolver, a sgl sided Navy sized “COLTS PATENT” angle spout flask, a blued 2-cavity “COLT’S PATENT” bullet mold with sprue cutter, a sealed tin of Eley’s caps with most of the marbled paper intact and a sealed packet of combustible cartridges. Also accompanying is a functioning key. Maj. Gen. Thomas Guyer was born in Westport, CT in 1809 and at an early age enlisted in the Connecticut State Militia, the date is unknown but it is recorded that in 1834 he was a 2nd Lieutenant in the 3rd Company headquarter in Norwalk where he resided most of his life. He worked his way up through the ranks and in 1851 was appointed Brig. General of the 2nd Brigade and in 1853 became a Major General in command of the Connecticut Militia. Although Gen. Guyer never saw service in the war with Mexico, nor in the Civil War, he apparently rendered great service to the Union cause in selecting officers to serve. For most of his adult life Gen. Guyer was employed at a door knob factory in South Norwalk and from 1872-1876 he represented Norwalk in the Connecticut House of Representatives and also served as Town Councilman & Assessor. In 1857 he was presented a wonderful Ames sword by the officers of the Connecticut Militia. In 1858 Gen. Guyer was presented this fine Colt revolver by Colt’s Guards Company B of the Connecticut State Militia as reported in the Hartford Courant, copies of which articles also accompany this revolver. Company B, Colt’s Guards was a company of militia men organized, armed & equipped by Col. Colt at the Colt Factory and was led by Capt. J. Dean Alden. One of the articles copied herein specifically mentions that “at a quarter before nine in the evening the Putnam Phalanx, to the number of about a hundred, arrived on the ground and were received by Colt’s Guards Company B. After marching about the camp for a while they were escorted to the Suttler’s tent where took place the presentation of a Colt’s revolving pistol to Maj. Gen. Guyer, from Colt’s Guards.” Also accompanying this revolver is a copy of a photograph of Maj. Gen. Guyer, a pair of his Major General’s shoulder boards with gold braid border and 7-point gold stars on a red velvet background. Back of one of the epaulets is marked “J.H. HORSTMANN COMPANY PHILADELPHIA”. Also accompanying is a sgl uniform button from Maj. Gen. Guyer’s frock coat which bears the seal of the State of Connecticut and is marked “CONNECTICUT” around the perimeter. Back of button is marked “SCOVILL MFG CO / WATERBURY”. This is a striking and wonderful presentation, pre-Civil War, to an apparently well-loved and respected commanding officer from his subordinates. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains 75-80% glossy orig blue with a few scattered spots of surface etching. Rammer & lever retain faded case colors, strongest on pivot. Cylinder retains 30-40% faded orig blue and about 90% Ormsby Naval battle scene. Frame retains traces of orig case colors being mostly a cleaned gray patina. Hammer retains dark case colors. Trigger guard & backstrap retain virtually all of their orig silver plating. Grip is sound showing little or no wear with a few very minor surface mars. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Shows little evidence of ever having been fired, just a lot of handling. Case has a grain check in lid, otherwise is sound with minor storage & handling marks and retains about all of its brilliant orig varnish. Flask has a minor dent on back and another on front, otherwise appears unused retaining most of its orig lacquer finish with brilliant blue on spring. Mold has a few minor dings on one side and retains about 95% strong orig blue. Cap tin paper covering is mostly intact missing a couple of minor slivers with moderately faded label. Cartridge packet is extremely fine. Epaulets are extremely fine showing little wear. Button retains 85% orig gilding. 4-36437 JR84 (75,000-125,000)

Revised: 3/14/2009

Correction: Serial Number is 151718, not 15713 as per Dr. Murphy and upon closer inspection. Several of the “8s” were light strikes, looking like “3s”.

Correction – Illustration of cased set in the printed catalogue depicts a tin of reproduction Ely caps. This is a mistake that took place during photography. This cap tin does not go with this lot. In its place is a genuine, full tin of antique Eley Bros. Colt caps wrapped in original paper with an antique, light green, Eley paper label on lid of tin.

EXTRAORDINARY & LEGENDARY UNION/LIBERTY CASED ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY WITH EBONY GRIP ASSOCIATED WITH ULYSSES S. GRANT. SN 151713. Cal. 44. Spectacular engraved ’60 Army with 8″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line “NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA” address. Left side of frame has “COLTS PATENT” and the caliber is on left rear web of trigger guard. It has silver plated brass trigger guard and blued steel back strap containing a fantastic 1-pc smooth ebony grip with the last four digits of the serial number in pencil in the back strap channel. This fantastic revolver is exhibition quality finished with brilliant high polish blue & case colors and is engraved in late vine style with plain background consisting of full coverage on frame and sides of hammer with an unusual eagle’s head on each side of hammer nose. The hammer spur is hand checkered in a swallow tail pattern with serrated patterns in the “v” opening and six small dots in a band below. Bbl has matching engraving on each side with a ribbon incorporated into the patterns marked “UNION” on left side and “LIBERTY” on right side. Left side pattern, just above wedge screw, has a bird head incorporated at the end of a scroll, of the type associated with identified works by Gustave Young. Right side of bbl, above wedge slot, at end of a scroll is a grotesque man’s face. Engraving patterns extend forward up the sides of the bbl and meet over the top to form a frame around the address, with matching patterns around the muzzle & front sight. Rammer pivot is also engraved to match. Cylinder is typical 6-shot 1860 rebated pattern with the Ormsby Naval battle scene on the raised area and is most unusually engraved with matching patterns in the rebated area. All six safety pins are crisp. Back strap & butt strap are engraved in matching patterns with additional foliate arabesque patterns on trigger bow and front of trigger guard. Shoulders of back strap & trigger guard are engraved in patterns associated with known works by Gustave Young. Serial numbers on bbl lug, frame, trigger guard & butt strap are accompanied by a small “E”. Accompanied by a deluxe, burgundy velvet lined, rosewood casing with a blank brass diamond inlay in the lid and a diamond shaped brass escutcheon on the front. Bottom is compartmented for the revolver, a single sided straight spout “COLTS PATENT” flask with silver plated collar and thumb lever, an exceptionally high polished & brilliant blued “COLTS PATENT” 2-cavity mold with sprue cutter marked “44H” on right side, a high polished L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver, two sealed packets of combustible cartridges and a blued tin of Eley’s caps with yellow & black label. Right rear compartment contains bullets & balls and there is a functioning orig key. Also accompanied by an extremely rare & important Matthew Brady CDV of Ulysses S. Grant in uniform, hand signed on the bottom “U.S. Grant / Lt. Gen. U.S.A.”. This wonderful firearm was discovered in 1998 by John Gangle, who states he acquired it from members of the Ulysses S. Grant family. Family history states that this fabulous firearm was presented to Gen. Grant but never used by him. This fabulous firearm is pictured in full color on pp. 90-91 in the book Fine Colts The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection, Wilson. PROVENANCE: U.S. Grant descendants; John Gangle; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including wedge & grip. Overall retains virtually all of its brilliant deluxe orig factory finish with glossy bright blue on bbl, cylinder & back strap and brilliant case colors on rammer, rammer handle, frame & hammer. Back strap is slightly flaked. Trigger guard retains virtually all of its lightly oxidized silver plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches and retains about all of its smooth orig factory finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, appears to be unfired. Case has a repaired crack across the lid, otherwise is sound and retains about all of a fine professionally restored finish to the exterior. Interior is original and is moderately to heavily faded with moderate soil in the bottom and wear from front sight & hammer spur. Flask has a few small dents on the back and retains most of its orig finish on front with most of the wear on the back. Collar & thumb lever retain most of their orig silver plating with one small spot of wear on the collar. Mold is exceptional, probably unused and retains virtually all of its glossy factory blue. Nipple wrench/screwdriver is very fine. Antique cap tin, probably a reproduction, is very fine. 4-36419 JR96 (350,000-650,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CASED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 78. Cal. 44. Extremely rare first production 1860 Army with 7-1/2” rnd bbl, German silver front sight and Hartford bbl address. It has rnd 6-shot rebated cylinder with Ormsby Naval battle scene and all six safety pins present. Frame is 3-screw style with rounded screwheads, not cut for shoulder stock, nor does it have a capping groove in the capping cutout on the right recoil shield. It has the extremely rare silver plated brass back strap & trigger guard with the very rare 1-pc Navy-size walnut grip. According to The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, only 55 of the first 100 of the Model 1860 were made in this configuration making them one of the more rare Colt revolvers. Accompanied by an orig Colt mahogany casing built for the 7-1/2” Model 1860 Army with burgundy velvet lining and mortised brass lock, compartmented in the bottom for revolver, a fine “COLTS PATENT” angle spout flask and a blued steel 2-cavity “COLT’S PATENT” mold with sprue cutter marked on right side “44 H” with a small “H” inspector initial. Also accompanying is a partially sealed tin of Eley’s caps with blue label, a packet of Hazard’s Combustible Envelope Cartridges and an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver. The right front compartment contains bullets & balls. This revolver represents Colt’s first production of the Model 1860 Army, obviously with design elements carried over from their very successful Model 1851 Navy revolver with 7-1/2” bbl and the Navy grip with an all brass grip frame. It is reported that the Army testing recommended the 8” bbl with larger grip which Samuel Colt found expedient to adopt in accordance with the wishes of his number one customer. The Model 1860 Colt was produced in large numbers for the Army, in excess of 200,000 in the period 1860-1873, with the majority going to the military. It had the distinction of being the most widely distributed model of handgun used in the Civil War. After the Civil War these venerable Colts saw extensive action on the American frontier in the Indian Wars until the advent of the Single Action Army and self contained cartridge arms were widely available. Even after that they were still in use in militia units and with private individuals. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine, all matching including wedge (grip was not checked). Bbl retains 65-70% flaked orig blue with the loss areas a medium patina. Rammer handle & pivot retain dark case colors. Cylinder retains 60-70% thin orig blue, stronger in the rebated area and also retains about 92-93% Ormsby Naval battle scene. Frame retains traces of orig case colors, stronger in sheltered areas being mostly a silver/brown patina. Hammer retains about 70% strong case colors. Trigger guard & back strap retain 80-85% strong orig silver plating. Grip is sound showing light edge wear, a couple of minor bruises on right side and a few small nicks & scratches and retains most of its strong orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case has a couple of grain checks in the bottom, otherwise is sound with light handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains most of its strong orig factory varnish. Interior is moderately faded with some very light soil and slight wear from front sight & hammer spur. Flask is very fine and retains 95-96% strong orig lacquer finish. Mold is equally fine, retaining most of its orig blue. Cap tin retains about 75% orig paper covering with some minor rust spotting on exposed edges of lid. Cartridge packet is extremely fine. Nipple wrench is also fine. 4-36413 JR88 (65,000-125,000)

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE & IMPORTANT CASED PROTOTYPE COLT FLUTED CYLINDER MODEL 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 29. Cal. 36. Rare prototype Model 1861 Navy with 7-1/2” rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line “New-York U.S. America” address. Left side of frame is marked “COLT’S PATENT” and it has a silver plated trigger guard & back strap containing a 1-pc walnut grip. Cylinder, obviously modified from a full rnd cylinder before it was rolled with the Ormsby Naval battle scene, is full fluted. It has an “1850” patent date in one of the front flutes with the serial number on a land between nipple recess on rear face. All six safety pins are crisp. This early version of the Model 1860 Navy is very important in the evolution and development of that model and with only very few ever having been produced in this configuration, is almost never encountered. Accompanied by an outstanding deluxe rosewood casing with gold washed, scalloped brass corners and a rectangular cut-corner plaque in the lid. Bottom has gold washed brass corner reinforcements and a mortised brass mortised lock with cut-corner rectangular escutcheon. Bottom of case is covered with a patterned burgundy oil cloth. Interior is lined in burgundy velvet, compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, an exceptional one-sided “COLT’S PATENT” angle spout flask, a blued “COLT’S PATENT” 2-cavity bullet mold marked “36B” on right side, a full sealed tin of Eley’s caps, an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a rare sealed packet of six combustible cartridges from “Colt’s Cartridge Works”. Right front compartment contains bullets & balls and one Eley’s Combustible Cartridge. Also accompanied by a tattered broadside regarding Eley’s Combustible Cartridges. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine to extremely fine, all matching including cylinder, wedge & grip. Bbl retains 50-60% glossy orig blue with balance flaked to a dark blue/brown patina. Rammer handle & pivot retain most of their orig factory case colors turned somewhat dark on handle, brilliant on pivot. Frame retains about all of its strong bright case colors, slightly faded on left recoil shield, brilliant in sheltered areas and on right side. Hammer retains about all of its orig bright case colors under a coating of old dried oil. Trigger guard & back strap retain most of their orig silver plating, slightly thinned on front strap. Grip is sound with only a few minor, very light, nicks & scratches and one gouge on bottom left side and overall retains about all of its bright factory varnish. Cylinder, with its intact six safety pins, retains 65-70% orig factory blue, mostly in the flutes, with balance having flaked to a medium patina. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with scattered light pitting in the grooves. Case has one grain check in the bottom and some slight shrinkage in the lid with minor handling & storage marks and retains about all of its orig varnish. Reinforcements and inlays retain most of their orig gold wash with wear on corner reinforcements. Interior is lightly faded with slight wear from front sight and hammer spur. Flask is extremely fine, retaining about 75-80% strong orig finish. Mold retains 92-93% strong orig factory blue with some rust pitting on sprue cutter and end of one handle. Cap tin is extremely fine with a couple of small chips in the paper covering and moderate fading on label. Cartridge packet is extremely fine. Altogether a very rare prototype Colt and an extremely important step in the evolutionary progress of the 1861 Navy revolver 4-36414 JR86 (75,000-125,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CASED ENGRAVED INVENTOR PRESENTATION COLT CHARTER OAK 1855 ROOT MODEL 2 PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 5887. Cal. 28. Fantastic Gustav Young engraved root with 3-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 2-line Hartford address with pointing hand motif. It has unfluted 5-shot cylinder with cabin / Indian fight scene. It is mounted with 1-pc oak grip from the Connecticut Charter Oak. The frame, bbl, hammer & rammer pivot are beautifully engraved by Gustav Young in his intertwined foliate arabesque patterns with fine punch-dot background. Top & heel of the back strap & butt strap are engraved to match, with a small matching pattern on the bottom of the frame. Back strap is engraved in period script “A. W. Spies from the Inventor / Charter Oak stock / from J. W. Stuart”. Accompanied by an orig Colt burgundy velvet lined casing with an unmarked brass plate in the lid and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a single-sided “COLTS PATENT” eagle flask, a 2-cavity brass “COLTS PATENT” bullet mold with sprue cutter marked on the right side with an “F”, a maple-handled turnscrew and a lacquered tin of Eley Bros. caps. Also accompanying is an L-shaped nipple wrench, an orig functioning key and a packet of 31 cal combustible cartridges. ¶ A. W. Spies was an arms distributor in New York City from about 1823 to about 1877 and was one of Colt’s major distributors. Obviously this revolver was a special presentation to Mr. Spies for services rendered. Mr. J. W. Stuart is mentioned in research material found on the internet as the Honorable J. W. Stuart, apparently a judge or senior politician. Mr. Stuart was apparently the owner of the land on which the Charter Oak stood when on August 21st, 1856, the ancient tree was felled during a heavy storm. The Charter Oak had stood for centuries and was part of the property of Samuel Wyllis in 1687 when the British governor of New England demanded the surrender of the Connecticut Charter of 1662 granted from Charles II. During a meeting of the legislature considering the demand by the governor, all the lights in the meeting hall were extinguished and when they were relit, the charter was gone. It had been surreptitiously spirited away by Captain Wadsworth who secreted it in the hollow of this venerable old oak until 1689 when it was returned and remained the law of Connecticut until about 1818. Upon the demise of the Charter Oak in 1856 it was removed, piecemeal, as souvenirs, historical relics & a few pieces obtained by Colonel Colt that were made into grips for a few special presentation pieces, this being one of them. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is extraordinarily fine, retaining 98-99% glossy orig factory blue with only slight sharp edge wear & some slight thinning to the back strap. Hammer & rammer retain virtually all of their bright factory case colors. Cylinder retains about all of its orig factory blue with a couple of tiny thin spots and about all of its cabin / Indian fight scene. Grip is sound and retains virtually all of its orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, probably unfired. Case has one large and several small grain checks in the lid with a crack and grain check in the bottom and retains about all of a fine restored finish. Interior is lightly to moderately faded with light soil, a re-glued partition & damage from the front sight. Flask is extremely fine, retaining about 98% strong orig finish with a few light scratches and a couple of small dings. Mold is very fine with a few nicks & dings and a gray metal color on the sprue cutter. Turnscrew is equally fine, as is the cap tin. Cartridge packet & other accessories are also fine. 4-36420 JR76 (135,000-235,000)

SPECTACULAR DELUXE ENGRAVED MASS ARMS WESSON & LEAVITT’S PATENT DRAGOON SIZED REVOLVER WITH EXPERIMENTAL OR PROTOTYPE SPRING-LOADED LOADING LEVER. SN None visible.. Cal. 40. Very rare large heavy revolver with 6-1/4″ rnd bbl, brass blade front sight and fixed rear sight integral with top strap. It has heavy 6-shot cylinder with beveled front edge and square rear shoulder with angled nipples in individual recesses and safety notches on the lands between nipple recesses. It has a gold plated trigger guard with 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl has a rotating collar with a prototype or experimental 2-pc spring-loaded loading lever. It has a side mounted hammer with angled nose and a back action lock mortised into the right side of grip. This unusual action functions by means of a rack & pinion system which was an attempt to evade the Colt’s Patent on revolving cylinder arms including the locking bolt. Frame, back strap & loading lever pivot are beautifully engraved in extremely well-executed intertwined foliate arabesque patterns with a shield shape in center of back strap. Butt strap & top strap have small flourishes of matching engraving. Top strap is hand engraved “MASS ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS”. Lockplate is also hand engraved “WESSON’S & LEAVITT’S PATENT”. Cylinder is beautifully etched with two trophies of arms, one of which has the American Liberty cap and foliate arabesque patterns with borders at front & rear edges. The Mass Arms Company was issued a patent for this arm on Aug. 28, 1849 and was sued by Samuel Colt on June 30, 1851 in Boston, Massachusetts for infringement of his revolver patent. Mr. Colt sued on three points of patent infringement and was successful in his suit on all three points, winning a judgment of $1.00 (one dollar). This apparently ended the production of Mass Arms revolvers with only about 800 of the Dragoon size ever having been produced and about 1,000 of the belt size revolvers, all made during the same time period 1850-51. Mass Arms redesigned their revolvers making it a hand rotated cylinder and produced about another 1,000 of the belt model size, ending production in 1857. This beautiful revolver is undoubtedly a prototype piece or possibly a special presentation piece with its spectacular engraving & gold plated trigger guard. Accompanied by the hard-bound 327-page book The Trial of Samuel Colt, Rywell, published in 1953 which details the entire trial and verdict. Additionally accompanied by a scarce sealed packet of 44 combustible cartridges made by the Sage Manufacturing Company for W.J. Syms & Bro. of New York. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, appears to be unfired. Bbl, rotating lug, top strap, back strap & butt strap retain most of their orig glossy blue, thin on exposed part of bbl and center of back strap. Frame & lockplate retain faded case colors, stronger around trigger & hammer. Cylinder is a gray metal patina, apparently never finished and left in the white. Trigger guard retains virtually all of its bright gold plating. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Book is very fine, cartridge packet is fine. 4-36416 JR102 (50,000-90,000)

EXTRAORDINARY & RARE PROTOTYPE CONVERSION COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 1. Cal. 38 RF. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line “NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA” address. Bbl retains orig Model 1861 proportions with 7-groove gain twist left hand rifling. The rammer slot is plugged with the base for the attached ejector rod housing mounted to right side and secured with a screw. Ejector rod head is half moon shaped and beautifully checkered on the three exposed surfaces. Given the quality of checkering, it surely must have been done by one of Colt’s master gunsmiths and is identical to the checkering observed on other early prototype Colts. Ejector rod housing is of the longer style found on other prototype Colt revolvers which was later altered to a shorter style for production. It has the usual 6-shot straight cylinder with Ormsby Naval battle scene and a full rebated rear face to enclosed cartridge rims not found on production piece. Cylinder was reduced in length leaving the extended star wheel. Frame has a deep cartridge loading slot in right recoil shield, without loading gate. Conversion spacer ring with its captive, spring-loaded firing pin is apparently mounted with a screw up from the frame. Hammer nose was machined or filed with extended projection for sight notch to accommodate the conversion ring/firing pin. Hammer spur is very nicely hand knurled with a thin border & line. Brass trigger guard & back strap were never silver plated and contain a beautiful deluxe burled walnut 1-pc grip. Aside from bbl address and cylinder scene, the only other mark observed on this entire revolver was in the backstrap channel of grip, which is a penciled number “1”. Bbl, cylinder & conversion plate are of high polish, high luster charcoal blue and the frame & hammer are a beautiful deep bone meal case hardened colors. Accompanied by a 3-page letter from renowned historical researcher, R.L. Wilson, wherein he details most of the above information. Also accompanied by a copy of p. 73 from the John R. Hegeman Collection catalogue which identifies this revolver as an experimental and that it was manufactured in 1860. Additionally accompanied by a full sealed 2-pc box of Winchester, Stetsons Patent 38 RF long cartridges. Box has a green & black label with a line drawing of a cartridge and has an orange band with black lettering. This exact revolver is pictured on p. 213, photograph F, of The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, wherein he identifies it as having no serial number. This revolver is also pictured in full color on pp. 100 & 101 of Fine Colts of the Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection, Wilson. PROVENANCE: John R. Hegeman Collection; John E. Parsons Collection; John B. Solley Collection; Robert Q. Sutherland Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, probably unfired. Overall retains most of its orig factory high gloss finish with slight high point & sharp edge wear with minor nicks & scratches. Cylinder has a few very minor nicks & scratches on front edge and retains about all of its slightly softened Ormsby Naval battle scene. Case colors on frame & hammer are deep & brilliant. Trigger guard & back strap have sharp edges with a medium mustard patina. Grip shows light edge wear with fine nicks & scratches and retains about 90% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Box of cartridges is very fine with intact label & band showing light wear & soil. 4-36418 JR78 (60,000-100,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CASED TRANSITION COLT 1860 ARMY CONVERSION CARTRIDGE REVOLVER. SN 3. Cal. 44 Colt. Nickel finish with 8″ 1860 Army bbl, orig front sight with 1-line “New-York U.S. America” address and a tiny rear sight dovetailed into the top of the bbl at cylinder end. The orig rammer slot was beautifully plugged and a 4″ ejector rod housing is attached through the lug with a screw. It has half moon ejector rod head with bull’s eye on front & rear sides. Cylinder is usual rebated 1860 configuration with Ormsby Naval battle scene and has had rear percussion face machined away leaving the extended star wheel. Frame is unmarked and neither does it have serial numbers in the usual positions. Mounted with brass trigger guard and steel back strap containing a deluxe grain walnut 1-pc grip that is numbered “3A” in pencil in the butt strap channel. A tiny number “3” is found on right side of the butt strap & trigger guard, under the grip. Number “3A” was observed on right rear face of frame under the grip with the number “3” on front face of cylinder, stamped three times on rear face of bbl lug and once on the wedge with a dot. This, undoubtedly, was a prototype or bench model for the Army conversion which was the predecessor to the Colt open-top, which led to the ultimately successful Single Action Army and is therefore an extremely important step in its evolution. Accompanied by an orig black leatherette covered cardboard casing that has a blue silk lining in lid with rope border and a diagonal red ribbon with hand written inscription “CAPT. WILL M. SMITH / CO F 161 REG. I.V.I.” The bottom of case is French fitted in brown velvet for the revolver with a cartridge block in front left side containing 50-rds of early U.S. Cartridge Co. 44 Colt ammunition. Also accompanied by a sealed box of Union Metallic Cartridge Co. 44 Colt ammunition. Box has a red & black label & band over a plaid paper covered box. This exact revolver is pictured on p. 171 in the book The Wm M. Locke Collection. Legend under photograph identifies this revolver with “no serial number” and describes the inscription on the ribbon with further information “According to a letter accompanying this gun, the gun was presented to Capt. Wm. Smith for organizing Company F of the 161st Regiment of Indiana Volunteer Infantry at Richmond, Indiana in 1898. This company fought the entire Spanish-American War in both the Cuban and Philippines Campaigns.” Apparently the letter has been lost in history. PROVENANCE: William M. Locke Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Overall retains about all of its fine orig nickel finish with a few scratches and dings around wedge and a small spot or two of losses elsewhere. Face of cylinder around chambers shows evidence of having been fired with some nickel losses. Grip is sound with a few minor nicks & scratches and retains about all of its piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light pitting. Case has a small repair around the right end of lid with some minor wear, nicks & scratches. Blue silk lining of the lid is moderately faded & soiled with a couple of water spots but is intact. Bottom is moderately faded with light soil and moderate wear. Ammunition is fine. Box of cartridges is very fine with light wear around edges and a couple of small spots of wear on top label. Band has one small crack, otherwise is completely intact. 4-36425 JR91 (50,000-85,000)

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 in the Richards Mason style, hand made and finished, one of only a very few made in ca.1871. It has nickel finish with 8″ rnd 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 trigger guard with “44 CAL” on left shoulder and a nickel plated iron back strap and is fitted with very nicely figured 1-pc walnut grip which has the last four digits of the serial number in the back strap channel. It has the usual rebated 6-shot cylinder that has had the rear portion containing the percussion nipples machined down leaving only the extended star wheel. 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 flat machined 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 side. 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 containing fifty-one Rem-UMC 44 Colt 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. PROVENANCE: William M. Locke Collection; Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching including cylinder & grip except wedge which is properly unnumbered. Bbl, cylinder, 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, 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 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 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, cartridges are clean. Altogether an extremely rare & desirable cased set. 4-36421 JR85 (20,000-40,000)

EXTREMELY RARE BOX FOR 44 CALIBER CARTRIDGES FOR COLT’S 1860 ARMY CONVERSION REVOLVER. United States Cartridge Company empty box for fifty 44 calibre cartridges with yellow & black toplabel having a line drawing of the Richards-Mason conversion of the Colt Model 1860 Army with rare variation twelve cylinder stop notches. The label reads “CENTRAL FIRE METALLIC CARTRIDGES / FOR / COLT’S NEW BREECH-LOADING / ARMY REVOLVER”. Box has a pale blue band with black lettering marked similar to the top label with the large “US” trademark in a circle. These boxes for the 44 Colt Conversion revolver are extremely rare given that the actual revolvers were in production for such a very short period of time. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Top label is only slightly faded with a few minor chips and slight wear with some very light soil. Band is moderately soiled with some minor losses & chips and it appears there are a few open corners & edges. Altogether a very rare box. 4-36424 JR178 (600-1,000)