EXPERIMENTAL AMERICAN C.H. TESCH PATENT SALUTE GUN ON ORIGINAL CARRIAGE.

SN NSN. This finely machined steel model has bbl that measures just over 1′ and about 13-1/2″ with breech that fires about a 10-gauge center fire shell. Model has a unique firing mechanism with breech that turns and locks into position with exposed firing pin in central slot. Firing pin is struck by pulling a cord attached to a striking hammer fitted onto rear axle sleeve. This model functions quite well and looks like it would be a fun model to shoot. Carriage is constructed in the Navy style with 4-iron wheels and a brass trimmed elevation screw and cast brass trunnion caps. Only markings found are on back of breech “PAT.APPLIED FOR C.H. TESCH”. There is also a number “5” stamped inside on removable breech block. This is a unique and extremely well made model and this is the only example known which should be researched. Charles H Tesch, of Milwaukee, WI was issued patent no. 533,101 on Jan 29, 1895, and stated in his description: “My invention has for its object to provide a cannon having a simple, economical breechcloser that may be securely locked in place without endangering premature explosion of a charge in the cannon, and which may also serve as a carrier for shells; said invention consisting in a cannon having a continuous bore and a recess communicating therewith, a breech-closer of peculiar construction involving spring-resisted pivotal blocks, and a plunger for actuating the blocks against resistance of the springs to cause an engagement with the aforesaid-recess.” PROVENANCE: Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall with iron and brass patina. Wood is sound and solid with small scattered scratches and blemishes. There are several small dents on back of breech and breech block that do not affect aesthetics. 4-54121 JS279 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1438

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
	1438	$1,437.50	EXPERIMENTAL AMERICAN C.H. TESCH PATENT SALUTE GUN ON ORIGINAL CARRIAGE. SN NSN. This finely machined steel model has bbl that measures just over 1′ and about 13-1/2″ with breech that fires about a 10-gauge center fire shell. Model has a unique firing mechanism with breech that turns and locks into position with exposed firing pin in central slot. Firing pin is struck by pulling a cord attached to a striking hammer fitted onto rear axle sleeve. This model functions quite well and looks like it would be a fun model to shoot. Carriage is constructed in the Navy style with 4-iron wheels and a brass trimmed elevation screw and cast brass trunnion caps. Only markings found are on back of breech “PAT.APPLIED FOR C.H. TESCH”. There is also a number “5” stamped inside on removable breech block. This is a unique and extremely well made model and this is the only example known which should be researched. Charles H Tesch, of Milwaukee, WI was issued patent no. 533,101 on Jan 29, 1895, and stated in his description: “My invention has for its object to provide a cannon having a simple, economical breechcloser that may be securely locked in place without endangering premature explosion of a charge in the cannon, and which may also serve as a carrier for shells; said invention consisting in a cannon having a continuous bore and a recess communicating therewith, a breech-closer of peculiar construction involving spring-resisted pivotal blocks, and a plunger for actuating the blocks against resistance of the springs to cause an engagement with the aforesaid-recess.” PROVENANCE: Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall with iron and brass patina. Wood is sound and solid with small scattered scratches and blemishes. There are several small dents on back of breech and breech block that do not affect aesthetics. 4-54121 JS279 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1438 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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EXPERIMENTAL AMERICAN C.H. TESCH PATENT SALUTE GUN ON ORIGINAL CARRIAGE.