EXTREMELY RARE KYNOCH GUN FACTORY SCHLUND EXTENDED TRIGGER REVOLVER WITH STOCK AND CASE.

SN 73. Cal. 476″. Very rare & unusual British revolver with 6″ ribbed bbl, fixed sights, 6-shot fluted cylinder and checkered 1-pc walnut grip with keyed brass insert for shoulder stock and a lanyard swivel in the buttcap. Rib of the bbl is marked “KYNOCH GUN FACTORY ASTON” and top strap is marked “PATENT MODEL”. The Tranter factory in Birmingham was acquired by Kynoch upon William Tranter’s retirement, and managed for them by Harry Schlund, who was granted British patents (9084 in 1885 and 11900 of 1886) for safety revolvers with enclosed hammer and dual triggers, the lower for cocking the hammer, the upper to trip the sear and fire the weapon. This is an example of the first patent type with the cocking portion of the trigger below the guard. Only around 600 of both types in all calibres (.380”, .450” & .476”)were produced before the factory ceased production. This very early Schlund revolver has a checkered thumb latch at rear of the frame that releases the top strap to tip the bbl down for unloading & reloading. Complete with matching numbered, bayonet fitting, wire shoulder stock measuring 11.25″ long. A holster, compartmentalized to hold revolver with a separate tube for the shoulder stock, has six cartridge loops and a flap closure. This holstered arrangement fills one compartment of a presentation case, lined with forest green felt, that has several other partitions, the next largest containing a brown belted ammo pouch. There is also an oiler, an ebony handled cleaning rod measuring 10.5″ in length and a locking key. The mahogany case has reinforcing brass screws and an brass disk in the lid with Farsi/Arabic markings. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: 95% original rust blue on bbl and frame with thinning and fading of frontstrap. Cyl has been salt blued but faded and worn in a manner that matches the balance of the gun. Trigger is in the white with mild oxidation showing no evidence of polish or touch up. Original wood grips with sharp checkering and scattered minor dings. No cracks or chips. Perfectly inletted brass plate and backstrap for keyed shoulder stock that is in the same condition as the revolver. The holster is in very good – excellent condition with crazing but little staining. The same holds true for the belted ammo pouch. Excellent condition cleaning rod. The lid of case has a prominent crack and numerous scuffs and dents but remains solid and may be locked with the enclosed key. An extremely unusual Schlund, in the big caliber, with the most desirable original case and accessories. 4-52239 LMA6 (9,000-15,000) – Lot 1338

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1338	$10,350.00	EXTREMELY RARE KYNOCH GUN FACTORY SCHLUND EXTENDED TRIGGER REVOLVER WITH STOCK AND CASE. SN 73. Cal. 476″. Very rare & unusual British revolver with 6″ ribbed bbl, fixed sights, 6-shot fluted cylinder and checkered 1-pc walnut grip with keyed brass insert for shoulder stock and a lanyard swivel in the buttcap. Rib of the bbl is marked “KYNOCH GUN FACTORY ASTON” and top strap is marked “PATENT MODEL”. The Tranter factory in Birmingham was acquired by Kynoch upon William Tranter’s retirement, and managed for them by Harry Schlund, who was granted British patents (9084 in 1885 and 11900 of 1886) for safety revolvers with enclosed hammer and dual triggers, the lower for cocking the hammer, the upper to trip the sear and fire the weapon. This is an example of the first patent type with the cocking portion of the trigger below the guard. Only around 600 of both types in all calibres (.380”, .450” & .476”)were produced before the factory ceased production. This very early Schlund revolver has a checkered thumb latch at rear of the frame that releases the top strap to tip the bbl down for unloading & reloading. Complete with matching numbered, bayonet fitting, wire shoulder stock measuring 11.25″ long. A holster, compartmentalized to hold revolver with a separate tube for the shoulder stock, has six cartridge loops and a flap closure. This holstered arrangement fills one compartment of a presentation case, lined with forest green felt, that has several other partitions, the next largest containing a brown belted ammo pouch. There is also an oiler, an ebony handled cleaning rod measuring 10.5″ in length and a locking key. The mahogany case has reinforcing brass screws and an brass disk in the lid with Farsi/Arabic markings. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: 95% original rust blue on bbl and frame with thinning and fading of frontstrap. Cyl has been salt blued but faded and worn in a manner that matches the balance of the gun. Trigger is in the white with mild oxidation showing no evidence of polish or touch up. Original wood grips with sharp checkering and scattered minor dings. No cracks or chips. Perfectly inletted brass plate and backstrap for keyed shoulder stock that is in the same condition as the revolver. The holster is in very good – excellent condition with crazing but little staining. The same holds true for the belted ammo pouch. Excellent condition cleaning rod. The lid of case has a prominent crack and numerous scuffs and dents but remains solid and may be locked with the enclosed key. An extremely unusual Schlund, in the big caliber, with the most desirable original case and accessories. 4-52239 LMA6 (9,000-15,000) – Lot 1338 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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EXTREMELY RARE KYNOCH GUN FACTORY SCHLUND EXTENDED TRIGGER REVOLVER WITH STOCK AND CASE.