Auction No. 144 Flipbook

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The Peter Derose Collection

GUSTAVE YOUNG EXHIBITION ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER DISPLAYED BY SMITH & WESSON AT THE MOSCOW AND VIENNA WORLD FAIRS IN 1872 AND 1873 AND THEN AGAIN AT THE CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION IN PHILADELPHIA IN 1876.

SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER SHIPPED TO TIFFANY IN 1894. THE REVOLVER WEARS TIFFANY SILVER GRIPS WITH CIVIL WAR SCENE. THE REVOLVER ORIGINALLY OWNED BY ERICKSON NICHOLS WHO LATER BECAME A CORPORAL IN TEDDY ROOSEVELT’S ROUGH RIDERS.

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James “Jim” Thrash • 1946 - 2024 James “Jim” Thrash was born Feb. 16, 1946 in Farina, Illinois. Jim was mostly known as “Coach Thrash” to his former players and “Papa Jim” to his grandkids. He went to glory on Jan. 5th, 2024, just shy of his 78th birthday. Jim is survived by his wife of nearly 53 years, Denise, as well as his two sons Jason and Mark, their wives, and five grandkids.

While Jim’s home was always Farina, IL, he really became a “New Mexican” after going to ENMU, marrying a girl from there, and raising his boys in the East Mountains of Albuquerque. Jim appreciated everything about the state of New Mexico and was a fantastic tour guide for all friends and family that would come visit. He appreciated the outdoors and was a bird hunter and fly fisherman. He also loved the culture, food and history of New Mexico which led to his collecting New Mexico shipped Colt Single Action Army revolvers and New Mexico made holster rigs.

Jim was an athlete, competitor and coach to his very core. He graduated from La Grove High School in Farina in 1964 after earning 14 varsity letters in four sports. He then earned his college degree from Eastern New Mexico University in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and graduated with honors. Jim was recruited to Eastern on a basketball scholarship from Thornton Jr. College in Chicago and played for legendary Coach Harry Miller. As a senior, Jim earned the Senior Athlete Scholastic Award, which was given each year to the senior athlete with the highest G.P.A. in all sports. After graduating ENMU, Jim taught P.E. and coached basketball at several schools in New Mexico.

Jim then became an assistant coach at Fresno State University in California in 1977. After 6 highly successful seasons at Fresno State, Jim made the decision to step away from coaching in order to spend more time with Denise and their two young sons and moved back to Albuquerque. Jim accepted a position with Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate and was the leading office specialist his first year. He was named Sales Manager of the office his 2nd year, and was promoted to Sr. Vice President, Managing Officer his 3rd year.

During his time in Commercial Real Estate Jim served on several Boards including: Rocky Mountain Adoption Exchange, Shalom Prison Ministries for Young Adults, Board member and top fundraiser for UNM Lobo Club, and Board member and Vice President of Albuquerque Economic Development. He was a man of faith who lived a life of service to his community and he touched many lives through his coaching and volunteer work.

After several years in real estate, Jim decided to rejoin the coaching ranks and pursue his first love. He accepted a position as the Head Coach at the College of Southern Idaho in 1996. Jim's coaching success was remarkable as he led the team to the Scenic West Conference championship in just his second year while also earning the title of Conference Coach of the Year.

From there, Jim became an assistant coach at Purdue University in 1998. In his first year at Purdue the Boilermakers advanced to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16, and in his second year they advanced to the Elite 8. Due to his success as a college coach, Jim was offered an opportunity to become an NBA talent scout with the Golden State Warriors. After three years with the Warriors, Jim accepted a similar position with the Charlotte Hornets and their new owner, Michael Jordan. While with the Hornets for eight years, Jim scouted 100 college games throughout the U.S. per year and would sit right next to his boss, Michael Jordan at the NBA draft each year. While scouting talent, he looked beyond the talent and sought out those who were good teammates and exhibited strong character. Many successful people will cite a former coach as someone who helped instill their values and principles - Jim was that man to many young men, a true sign of a life well-lived.

Jim's collection is quite diverse and impressive and we at Amoskeag are honored to have been chosen to bring it to market. The main portion of Jim's collection consists of Southwest shipped Colt Single Action Army revolvers but he also collected Winchesters, fine double guns, period western gun leather and sheath knives. He conducted much research on his chosen subjects of collecting and was a member of the Texas Gun Collectors Association and the Colt Collectors Association among others. It is the hope of Jim's family that the new stewards of his collection will covet and care for these items with the same passion as he did. All of Jim's items are labeled at the end of the descriptions with [Jim Thrash Collection].

Dr. Robert Davis Collection Dr. Robert Davis was born in Corinth, Mississippi in December of 1939 and graduated from Corinth High School in 1958. He went on to attend the prestigious Vanderbilt University where he graduated in 1962 before going on to the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, graduating in 1966. He completed his Medical Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship training in 1970, entering private practice that same year at Magnolia Regional Medical Center where he practiced medicine for 46 years before retiring in 2016.

Bob's interest in single shot target rifles began in the early 1960's after reading Grant's "Single Shot Rifles" where he discovered the works of Harry Pope, George Schoyen and other makers and shooters from the Golden Era of American Target shooting. He found himself fascinated with the science and effort that went into shooting the perfect target: The tools that were developed for loading, the idea of muzzleloading breechloading rifles, the weighing of primers, sifting of powders, the swaging and weighing of bullets all in an effort to shoot a tighter group. This was in addition to his appreciation of the wonderful craftsmanship of the rifles, the wood to metal fit, the precision sights, custom fit stocks engraving and everything else that makes these rifles so interesting.

Bob loves guns with history and provenance, especially those that are identified to a particular shooter. It is such a thrill when you discover a fine rifle complete with its shooting kit full of period tools and accessories packed away like a time capsule. Target shooters were famous for taking great care of their rifles, particularly the bores because after all, these were complex and precision tools of their trade. This fascination led to 65 years of Bob collecting the finest single shot rifles he could find and his building relationships with so many experts, authors and fellow collectors through the years.

When Bob wasn't practicing medicine or chasing down fine single shot rifles, you could find him on the golf course or hunting ducks, quail and squirrels. Bob has five wonderful grandsons all of whom have taken on his love for hunting and golf. What a wonderful legacy for him to leave behind. As Bob now enjoys his Golden Years, he finds himself spending more time on the golf course and less time chasing ducks and quail.

Amoskeag is honored to have been chosen to bring Bob's wonderful collection to market. Bob's collection consists of some of the finest American Single Shot rifles ever created many of which have been in some of the most famous collections ever assembled. There will be another group of Bob's guns in our March sale. All of Bob's items are tagged at the end of the description [Dr. Robert Davis Collection].

Dale Beeks • 1951 - 2023 Though many people might fancy themselves a “Renaissance Man”, few so truly embodied the spirit of the title as the late Dale Beeks. Born on the third of January, 1951 in Claremont, CA to Richard and Elva, Dale was a lifelong collector and enthusiast of antiquities and oddities alike, as well as a passionate and skilled multi-instrumentalist, animal lover, and beloved member of his family and community.

The son of a big band trumpeter in his father Richard, Dale’s love for music began from a young age where was exposed to all manner of musical influences which set him on the furtive path of musicianship which he carried throughout his life. He was a participant or founding member in numerous bands like the Abbe Creek Collective, Mississippi String Band, and the Balderdash Ditty – a trio he formed with two close friends, creating fun and educational music, often performing for children in the surrounding communities, and even recording a full album of children’s songs. No slouch on strings, he was a skilled guitarist, fiddler, mandolinist, and dobro player who dabbled in many genres. Perhaps his greatest musical pride was sharing the stage with his daughter Emily, providing countless hours of entertainment and companionship, and strengthening the family’s robust legacy of music.

As a young man, Dale found himself in Idaho, where he took a job surveying. His journey began in the mountains, where he developed a skill and passion not only for the science of surveying but for the instruments which make it possible, and throughout his life Dale would become a renowned and authoritative collector of all manner of important and antique surveying equipment; this would evolve through the years into a penchant for all things odd and old, such as prosthetics, firearms, taxidermy, medical and dental equipment, or even a jar of genuine glass eyeballs, lovingly given out as souvenirs and gifts. Anybody fortunate enough to be welcomed into the spacious and lively Beeks residence would find themselves greeted by a veritable museum of odds and ends, each more storied and intriguing than the last, with Dale being both the curator and tour guide, always happy to share his knowledge – and share he did. Working with many collectors and museums throughout his career, and becoming a trusted authority within the collecting communities he participated in, Mr. Beeks’ passing marks the loss of a foremost subject matter expert in a niche and important field of understanding.

Idaho is also where he met his wife, LeeAnn, after their children were quarreling in the bleachers at a sporting event – the rest is history, and they began there to weave a blended and loving family tapestry and married in October of 1985. In 1995, they relocated to Mount Vernon, Iowa, where they would raise their family. Dale would become a fixture of the community, through his passion for music, history, and educational outreach. His love extended to animals of all kinds, and he could commonly be seeing riding his Ural with a four-legged friend in the sidecar, or coordinating with the community to rehabilitate and observe the local bald eagle population. He is survived by his wife, daughters, grandchildren, son, sister, in-laws, and countless friends and companions; he was preceded in death by his beloved son, Scott. A faithful and dedicated family man, he was a fatherly and brotherly figure to many more than just his blood, and his loss is sorely felt.

Amoskeag Auction Company is proud to present and steward Dale’s collection of fine antique arms, all of which will be denoted by a [Dale Beeks Collection] at the end of his descriptions. It is the hope of his family that Dale’s knowledge and passion can be passed on to others, a final act in the spirit of sharing that defined a truly remarkable man, echoed in his words: “Surround yourself with those passionate for life; pay it forward to someone in need.”

John A. Micavich Collection John Micavich was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts in September of 1942. He attended Haverhill High School and went on to earn a Bachelors and then Masters degrees in Accounting from Bentley College in Waltham, Massachusetts. He began his career at Genrad where he held senior management positions for about 20 years. He then went to Digital Equipment Corporation at their Salem New Hampshire location where he was a cost of quality manager and instituted changes that saved the company millions of dollars. When DEC was acquired by Compaq Computer in 1998, the Salem office closed and John took that opportunity to retire at the young age of 55. While John enjoyed his time at DEC, it should be mentioned that he wore a tuxedo to his last day of work.

John, having always been a lover of history, started collecting military artifacts and memorabilia approximately 35 years ago. Upon his retirement, John found himself with more time to pursue his collecting interests which span the entire military spectrum, from firearms to edged weapons, uniforms and their accessories, collectible ammunition, personal field gear, Homefront items, medals, trench art, autographs, etc. His emphasis was mostly focused on World War II, World War I, the Civil War, and the Vietnam War. John's key criteria for acquiring each piece for his collection included the authenticity and quality of the item as well as its significance to a particular conflict, country and individual. His true passion in collecting was locating and acquiring identified groupings. When he was fortunate enough to find such a named grouping, he would do intense research to find out everything he could about the individual, from their military records to their personal contributions to their war effort and beyond. He felt that he was honoring this veteran by collecting information and documenting their military career. Each named veteran grouping that has been in his "museum" is truly a part of his military family.

John's first experience with the casualties of war was when he attended a funeral of a soldier who had been killed in Germany during World War II. As a young child the sorrow and tragedy of this event clearly had an impact on him. The soldier’s sister was also a nurse during World War II and as you would imagine, his death was very traumatic for her. Because of a medical condition in his youth, John never served in the military, but the respect he has for those who did serve is evident by this fervor for collecting and preserving history.

Like with most collectors, John's decision to begin passing on his collection to the next generation was not an easy one. It is his sincere hope that the new stewards of these historical items experience as much enjoyment as he did in assembling this collection.

In addition to these collections Auction No. 144 will see the final installments of the W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Smith & Wesson Collection as well as the Tom Devers Collection of German Sporting Arms. Fine arms from Dr. Hudson and Mr. Devers have graced our catalog pages for over a year and have been very well received. The last installments still include very fine collectibles in each of their own genres. We will also be continuing to sell items from the Scott Ashely Collection along with the John D. Hamilton collection. We appreciate the confidence that these collectors have placed in our company and we look forward to finishing strong as their cherished items pass on to their next caretakers.

1. WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL RIFLE serial #9756, 32-40, 30" No. 3 weight octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This 1887 production rifle is in standard configuration and remains in very fine condition. The barrel retains about 95% original blue overall which is thinning evenly and showing some silvering along the high edges. The action retains a similar amount of vivid original color casehardened finish and both the barrel and action are properly devoid of any proofs. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent showing about 95% original finish overall with the belly of the forend showing the most thinning. There are scattered light handling marks in the finish along with perhaps a bit of light crazing all adding to the completely honest nature of the rifle. The rifle is sighted with Rocky mountain front and semi buckhorn rear barrel sights. A very handsome, collector quality High Wall rifle. (1C11625-6) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

2. EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

serial #53727, 22 LR, 24” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1941 manufactured rifle with single caliber marking retain about 97-98% original blue with a few minor light handling marks, slight operational wear and very light silvering along the high edges. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and grooved forend rate excellent aside from a minor handling mark or two. The checkered steel buttplate retains strong blue finish and the beaded front and adjustable sporting rear sights remain intact.

A fine example of the desirable octagon model 61 rifle. (10A11523-4) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/4000)

3. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER WITH BOX serial #2285, 22 RF, 3 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small oxidation speckles and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina, turn line and a few small areas of oxidation on the cylinder flats. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the trigger drifting to a smooth smoky gray, and all markings remain crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition with a few light handling marks and strong patent date along the edge of the left panel. The serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included pebbled brown paper-covered box shows proper end label and remains in very fine condition with some flaking and edge wear, the base mismatched with the penciled number appearing to be “3735”. The inside lid shows a few small repaired tears and the label is otherwise intact. A nice blued First Model. (13B10826-532) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

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4. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER WITH BOX

serial #26053, 22 RF, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original nickel finish showing some scattered tiny flakes along some high edges and sides of the barrel, some circumferential wear around the screw heads, and the nickel taking on a slightly cloudy appearance from the years. The hammer shows vibrant case-hardened colors while the trigger is drifting to a smoky gray patina and all markings remain crisp. The checkered walnut grips with gold S&W medallions remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings. The serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included pebbled brown paper-covered box shows proper end label and remains in very fine condition with light edge wear and a few small glue repairs to the lid sides. The interior lid label is intact, the inside of the base shows a factory pearl grip label, and the exterior is mismatched pencilnumbered “20629”. A fine Third Model with factory box. (13B10826-535) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

5. FABULOUS COLT WOODSMAN COLTKING SUPER TARGET CONVERTED PISTOL

serial #119119, 22 LR, 6 5/8" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol is equipped with a King reflector front sight mounted on their full vented rib with adjustable barrel weight mounted beneath the barrel. The pistol retains about 99% original bright blue overall with just a tiny amount of muzzle wear. In addition to the rib and weights the gun wears a wonderful set of extended target grips which are diamond checkered and retain about 95% of their original finish.

The grips have a wonderful feel and the pistol is a dream to point. This is likely the finest and most handsome King Converted Colt Woodsman we have ever handled. An absolutely top shelf pistol for the Woodsman or American target pistol collector.

(1B11759-36) {C&R} (4000/6000)

6. EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON NO. 6 FALLING BLOCK RIFLE IN ORIGINAL BOX serial #457160, 32 RF, 20” round barrel with a bright excellent, perhaps even unfired, bore. This lovely rifle comes in its original factory box, with end label that matches the configuration precisely. The barrel retains about 97-98% original blue, with loss due to some even fading with extremely light wear at the muzzle and breech. The frame retains 98-99% original vivid color case-hardening, as-does the pivoting breech block. The hammer retains darker case-hardened color while the trigger shows all its original gray-blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and scant forend rate excellent with all of their original varnish, showing a handful of minor handling marks here and there. The circled “Remington UMC” trademark buttplate retains nearly all its original blue showing only light wear at the heel and toe. The red two piece boxed rates very fine. The bottom shows a couple very light scuffs to the paper covering, with a couple of wear marks and scuffs on the interior but remains very solid.

The lid is similar showing perhaps a bit more scuffing and wear along the edges with a fine condition printed label in black ink on buff colored paper, along with a bit of antique ink pen writing along its left edge. The interior has the factory “Instructions for No. 6 Remington Rifle” label centered on the lid and is mostly present with about 3” piece missing from the lower left corner. The underside of the box is pencil marked “gap / 3.25”. A beautiful investment-grade No. 6 falling block which appears to have seen very little if any use since leaving Ilion. (10C11696-3) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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7. ATTRACTIVE REMINGTON RIDER MAGAZINE PISTOL 32 RF Extra Short, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. This is a nice example of the more desirable blued and case-hardened variant without embellishments. The barrel and magazine tube

retain perhaps 65-70% original bright blue with overall flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina and some areas of light pinprick pitting mostly along the left side. The trigger and hammer retain fine bright blue as well and the breechblock is nickel-plated retaining about 90% finish showing light flaking. The barrel address and patent date remain crisp and the frame retains about 75-80% nice vibrant case-hardened colors showing some scattered light oxidation staining and some pinprick pitting along the left side. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition with strong original varnish and scattered light edge wear. The action seems to function well mechanically. This is a fine example of an interesting and desirable Remington pistol.

(13C11777-29) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

8. WONDERFUL AND UNIQUE FACTORY CASED SMITH & WESSON 38 FIRST MODEL BABY RUSSIAN REVOLVER serial #503, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" ribbed round barrel with a bright very fine bore showing one small patch of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The only known cased Baby Russian, the metal surfaces of this handsome revolver retain about 95% original bright blue with most of the loss due to a few very small flakes that show some light oxidation staining along the right side barrel, sideplate and a few other high edges. There is some additional light operational wear and minor handling marks scattered about that are mostly unobtrusive. The front sight is nickel-plated and the screw heads retain all of their lovely brilliant fire blue. The hammer shows generous vibrant case-hardened colors on the left side with toning to a pleasant mild gray case-hardened patina and the other small parts show nice dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing just a few light handling marks and the right panel is stamp-numbered to the gun.

All of the serialized parts are matching, barrel-toframe fit is excellent and the action will require a little bit of mechanical attention as the bolt sometimes does not drop enough to release the cylinder for rotation, the hammer otherwise functions crisply. The mahogany case rates very fine retaining most of its original varnish and showing a very small drying crack at the edge of the lid, scattered light dings and handling marks. The lid is very slightly warped and the name "Gerken" is written on the base. The interior is lined in red baize and is mostly intact showing a few small tears and minor staining. The case features a 41-round cartridge block nicely contoured for the revolver and an assortment of antique cartridges and cases with scattered light tarnishing. This is a very rare ensemble, blued Baby Russians themselves are quite scarce and Mr. Jinks indicates this is the only known factory cased example. This revolver would be an excellent addition to any advanced Smith & Wesson collection. (13B11777-32) {ANTIQUE} [Ex-Roy Jinks Collection] (4000/6000)

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9. FINE CHICAGO FIREARMS CO. PROTECTOR PALM PISTOL serial #7774, 32 RF Extra Short, 1 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original nickel finish showing a bit of light flaking along one side of the barrel and cover knurling, and some sparsely scattered fine oxidation speckling. The maker and patent dates are crisp and the arm shows the expected light floral embellishments. The

black checkered hard rubber cover plates and backstrap remain in near excellent condition, the serialized parts are matching, the grip safety is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine example of these interesting palm pistols for the antique arms collector. (13B11705-6) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

10. LOVELY BALLARD RIFLE AND CARTRIDGE COMPANY DELUXE MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL RIFLE serial #1063, 375 H&H, 28” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine rifle built in the British style with ebony tipped forend and quarter rib. This is a very high quality rifle which is meticulously finished and stocked in highly figured Circassian walnut. In addition to the quarter rib, the round barrel is equipped with a collar mounted ramp front sight along with a collar mounted sling stud. The rifle is finished in full blue with case hardened hammer, breechblock and lever. The metal surfaces show wonderful polish and retain 99% of their original finish. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and ebony tipped forend are of finely figured Circassian walnut and feature a steel capped pistolgrip, shadowline cheekpiece and a solid red rubber pad. The rear sling stud is mounted on an inletted base and all of the fitting work is flawless. The stocks retain 99% of their original oil finish with just one light handling mark on the left side of the forend. The rifle comes with a pair of quick detachable Talley rings which await your choice of optics. A high quality and very attractive High Wall rifle in a potent, popular and versatile chambering. (1C11759-25) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

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11. LOVELY NEW YORK ENGRAVED, SILVER-PLATED AND GOLD-WASHED SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #64300, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and strong rifling. This fancy revolver features lovely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork throughout with fine punch-dot background shading, shell-like patterns on hinge and zigzags along the sides of barrel. The

metal surfaces retain about 90% period silver finish showing some scattered light handling marks and some areas of light flaking along the gripstraps and high edges which are taking on a lighter patina blending in very nicely with the surrounding medium gray tarnished silver. The trigger, triggerguard and latch are gold-washed, the bow of the guard thinning somewhat to gray, and all of the embellishments and barrel markings remain crisp. The revolver wears a set of period smooth mother-of-pearl grips that remain in near excellent condition showing a few tiny handling marks and taking on a slight yellowish tinge. The inside surfaces of the grip panels are lightly scratched “HV”, the remaining numbered parts are matching and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. The revolver includes an original red pebbled paper-covered box in very fine to near excellent condition showing some mild discoloration and edge wear along the exterior. The orange end label is completely intact calling out nickel finish and the bottom appears to be pencil-numbered “1946”. The box contains an old bore brush and the lid label is intact. A beautiful 38 Safety Hammerless revolver. (13C11199-86) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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FINE CASED & ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER

serial #97718, 32 RF, 3 1/2” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling. This attractive revolver shows excellent quality New York engraving retaining about 98% of an antique period nickel finish showing a few light dings along the topstrap and a bit of flaking and pinprick pitting at the breech that is unobtrusive. The nickel shows some honest mild clouding from the years and the hammer retains generous wisps of nice casehardened colors. The barrel markings are strong and all of the embellishments remain crisp featuring nice flowing foliate scrollwork with punch-dot shading, light geometric bordering and the scroll along the sides of the frame with an interesting and more prominent angular border. The frame also shows neatly executed starbursts on the bottom surface and top behind the hammer. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips that rate near excellent showing a couple of small dings, nice striations and a pleasant patina, the right panel with a richer and darker coloration. Both show faded antique ink numbers along their interiors. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a little minor play and the action will require a little mechanical attention as the cylinder bolt spring is weak causing lock-up to be loose though the cylinder times and the hammer cocks crisply. The revolver includes a nice antique mahogany case that remains in very fine condition showing some light dings and scuffs along the exterior. The lid has a thin brass border inlay and rectangular plaque that is lightly scratched with what appears to be the name “John C. Greer”. The base shows blue paper covering and the interior is lined in green velvet and French-fitted for the revolver along with a space containing some loose period cartridges and a cutout holding a nice ivoryhandled brass cleaning rod. A very attractive cased No. 1 1/2 revolver. (13B11199-81) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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13. ATTRACTIVE U.S. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #143502, .44 cal, 8” round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some scattered light oxidation speckles and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this fine 1863-made revolver retains about 70% original bright blue showing some even fading to mild gray-brown patina, along with some scattered light dings, oxidation speckles and one more noticeable but small area of old oxidation on the right side. The cylinder is similar to the barrel retaining about 50% original blue while the backstrap and ball seater retain generous bright blue as well. The frame and loading lever retain perhaps 70% strong original case-hardened colors that are somewhat thin as is so often seen on wartime guns showing some light oxidation speckling and areas of silvery patina. The trigger and wedge show flashes of fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong, the barrel with single line New York address and the cylinder retaining essentially all of its naval engagement scene. The triggerguard is a mild goldenrod patina showing some light dings and the smooth walnut grip remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some light dings mostly nearer the bases. The grip retains perfect fit and is properly ink-numbered matching the frame along the backstrap inlet, either side also retaining a fine inspector cartouche. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge, the action is generally functional however timing is a bit off, though the hammer is crisp. This is a very attractive Colt that appears to have seen very little actual use and remains a fine example for the Colt or martial collector. (13B116114) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

14. INTERESTING ENGRAVED AMERICAN ARMS CO. DOUBLE ACTION POCKET REVOLVER 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few oxidation speckles and crisp rifling. This is an interesting American Arms Co. safety hammerless revolver that has been factory engraved perhaps for some exhibition happening at the time; the work is arguably of exhibition quality. The frame is embellished in near full coverage with further flourishes along the cylinder and barrel edges featuring lovely fine English filigree scrollwork, geometric borders and subtle acanthus motifs. The patent dates along the topstrap and maker’s information on the left sideplate are also neatly engraved rather than stamped and all of these embellishments remain completely intact and crisp. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original nickel finish showing a few light flakes along the sides of the barrel and otherwise just a few light handling marks. The trigger and manual safety retain strong smoky case-hardened colors and the latch retains some hints of fire blue. The front sight blade is somewhat bent to the left. The revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that remain in excellent condition. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action will require some mechanical attention as the firing pin is stuck forward causing the cylinder to not cycle properly.

This is a very fine and almost certainly unique example of these low-production revolvers for the antique arms collector. (13B11726-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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WONDERFUL CASED PAIR OF LONDON COLT THIRD MODEL THUER DERINGERS

serial #38250 & 39046, 41 RF, 2 1/2” barrels with bright very fine bores, pistol #38250 with some light oxidation, and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a lovely set of fifth variation pistols, with #38250 bearing the Von Oppen Rampant Colt stamp on the left side of the frame while #39046 bears the mark, somewhat partially struck, on the right side of the frame along with the rather large “14 PALL MALL” along the right side which is sometimes seen on these pistols. The pistols remain in fine condition, the barrels retaining about 92% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina and old small dings here and there. The barrels bear proper London proof marks and showing the familiar large “-COLT-” stamp. The frames retain about 96% original silver finish taking on a very attractive medium tarnish and showing a few scattered light dings and some subtle edge wear toning to ocher brass. The hammers retain good smoky case-hardened colors and the remaining small parts show nice fire blue. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish, #39046 showing a bit more edge wear and scattered light dings. The pistols are housed within a proper British oak case that remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and a few lengthwise drying cracks along the lid. The monogram plate atop the lid remains unmarked and the interior of the base is lined in blue velvet and neatly fitted for the pistols, also featuring two covered compartments and containing a key, a few vintage cartridges, iron cleaning rod and a nice silver-plated oil bottle.

The interior lid is lined in blue silk and shows gold-embossed retailer marking of W. Watson & Sons, 313 High Holborn, London.

Formerly of the respected Doug Eberhart deringer collection, these pistols were pictured and described in the American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin 94:916 and are also in his more recent 2011 book “The Collecting of Deringers”.

This is a very fine and desirable pair of Colt Thuer pistols for the advanced Colt or deringer collector. (13D11199-136,137) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

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16. COLT SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #7545SA, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore.

This 1956-manufactured revolver remains in excellent condition.

The metal surfaces retain about 97% blue and case-hardened finishes showing mild edge wear, scattered light oxidation stains mostly on the frame, and a small spot of pinprick pitting on the cylinder. Overall the frame retains beautiful swirls of casehardened colors, the trigger and hammer retain full blue finish while the bright sides of the hammer show light staining.

The un-numbered checkered hard rubber factory grips feature a Rampant Colt in an oval and remain in excellent condition. This gun features the traditional fixed sights and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. One gem that is included is the original factory black fabric covered hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, period bore brush, instruction sheet, and paperwork. The box rates about very good, the fabric hinge has failed with small portions torn away. An excellent first year “Second Genny”. (8B11631-1) {C&R} (2000/2500)

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COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #V30366, 357 Magnum, 4” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Python has seen minimal use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original royal blue showing minor wear and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered walnut factory type III target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and paperwork. The box rates excellent. A beautiful Python for your collection. (8B11523-79) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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EXCELLENT COLT DIAMONDBACK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #R42700, 22 LR, 6” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 1978-manufactured revolver remains as-new-in-box. The revolver retains about 99% plus original blue.

The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert, factory coin style screwdriver, manual, and paperwork. The box rates near excellent with minor storage wear. A beautiful Diamondback for your Snake Collection. (8B11523-83) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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19. EXCEPTIONAL & VERY RARE COLT BOA DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #BOA0532, 357 Magnum, 6” ventilated rib barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very rare and extremely desirable snake gun, made in 1985 for famed distributor Lew Horton. This wonderful revolver remains essentially as-new retaining 99% original rich Royal Blue finish showing just the slight beginnings of a turn line just barely breaching the blue and some evidence of light firing. All markings are crisp and clear and the checkered rosewood grips with gold Colt medallions rate essentially as-new showing a few small factory imperfections in the finish along the right panel that are hardly worth the mention. The revolver is equipped with white outline square notch adjustable rear sight and red ramp blade front. The revolver includes its original woodgrain cardboard box remaining in about very fine condition showing a few small tears and flaked areas along the exterior, the end label has detached but is included and otherwise matching the gun by serial number and configuration. The Styrofoam insert is present and mostly intact, with a 4” portion of the lid broken off but present. Only 1200 of these revolvers were made for Lew Horton, evenly split between 4” and 6” barrels. This is a superb Boa revolver and an essential piece for the dedicated snake gun collector. (13E11561-2) {MODERN} (20,000/25,000)

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20. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #K42415, 357 Magnum, 4” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Python appears as-new-in-box. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original nickel plate showing slight clouding on the frame.

The service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel plate. The checkered walnut factory type III target grips feature gold Rampant

Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box rates good with light wear and a repair on the side. A beautiful Python for your collection. (8B11523-82) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

21. WINCHESTER MODEL 65 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #1004940, 218 Bee, 24" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This a very fine example of the standard grade model 65 rifle. The metal surfaces of the rifle retain 97 - 98% original blue finish overall with just a bit of muzzle wear and perhaps some light thinning. The walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate about excellent with 95% original finish remaining. There are a few scattered light handling marks visible, one more notable on the right side of the forend where there is a rectangular impression just ahead of the action. The rifle is sighted with a hooded ramp mounted front, blank in rear seat and the desirable Lyman bolt mounted peepsight is in place. A nice clean model 65 rifle in a desirable chambering.

(1C11759-43) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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22. ATTRACTIVE PARKER VHE SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #172965, 20 ga (2 1/2”) on 0 frame, 26” Vulcan steel barrels choked improved cylinder and full with mostly bright very fine bores showing a bit of fine oxidation speckling and a few partially raised tiny dings scattered about nearer the muzzles. The barrels of this nice 1916-made gun retain about 98% of an older excellent quality restored rust blue showing just a few scattered light handling marks and retaining strong factory markings. The action retains about 60% original vibrant case-hardened colors with moderate high edge and handling wear toning to a pleasant silvery gray patina along with some small areas of old oxidation staining. The triggerguard is a pewter gunmetal patina while the protected inside surface of the guard retains strong bright blue and all markings remain crisp showing the familiar light zigzag borders and a few light foliate flourishes. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition as professionally cleaned and refinished, with crisp refreshed checkering, and showing some scattered light handling marks. There is one small repaired chip at the toe that shows some missing flakes on either side, but it is relatively unobtrusive and could be neatened up and made to disappear by a good wood man. The German silver shield-shaped monogram plate along the toe line is un-engraved and the original hard rubber pistolgrip cap and widows peak buttplate are intact, the plate with a corresponding small repair at the toe. Length-of-pull is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 3/4”. Weight is 6 lbs., the gun is sighted with a single silver bead and the gun features double triggers and automatic safety. The barrels lock-up solid showing a faint sliver of light at the breeches that is negligible and the with top lever rests about center. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors and configuration matches that in the Parker serialization book. A nice example of a desirable 20 gauge ejectorgun. (13C11743-1) {C&R} (3000/5000)

23. FINE PARKER VH SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #208715, 20 ga (2 1/2”) on 0 frame, 26” Vulcan steel barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this very attractive 1924-made shotgun retain about 92% original blue with most of the loss due to some light surface oxidation along the sides of the barrels nearer the breech, some more mild scattered freckling and light handling marks. The action retains about 75% lovely original vibrant case-hardened colors, the loss due to scattered areas of old oxidation staining with patches toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina and the triggerguard retains fine bright blue in the protected areas with the exterior flaking to mild gray-brown. All markings remain crisp showing the simple zigzag borders. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original finish and showing just a few sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. Stock fit is excellent and the checkering remains crisp throughout, the original hard rubber pistolgrip cap and widows peak buttplate also rate excellent. Length-of-pull is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 3/4”. Weight is 6 lbs., the gun is sighted with a single silver bead and the gun features double triggers, extractor and automatic safety. The barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever still well right-of-center and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely 20 gauge VH that appears to have seen very little actual use. (13C11697-1) {C&R} (4000/5000)

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24. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX serial #20262, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This wonderful revolver is equipped with factory target sights and retains about 98-99% original nickel finish showing one small area of fine flaking to gray along one cylinder flat edge, a few sparse freckles and one tiny area of very fine scratches on the right side of the barrel nearer the breech, much of this would hardly be worth the mention if not for the otherwise excellent condition of the revolver. The hammer and triggerguard show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the trigger shows pale straw color and the latch and sights retain 99% bright blue. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent near-new condition, the bottom edge of the left panel retaining a very good patent marking. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The revolver includes an original factory green paper-covered box with orange end label in very good plus condition. The front edge panel of box base and lid are caving in slightly and the end label shows a bit of flaking around its corners. The pencil number is difficult to discern but begins with a “2” and the inside lid label is intact calling out the automatic rebounding lock, though this revolver is not equipped with the rebound, this feature being somewhat sporadic throughout New Model production. The box contains an old bronze cleaning rod as well. This is a beautiful revolver for the Smith & Wesson or American arms collector. (13D10826-384) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (7000/9000)

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25. NEW YORK ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 44 DOUBLE ACTION FRONTIER REVOLVER

serial #3675, 44-40, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small pinprick pits nearer the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This revolver is embellished in near full coverage with very good quality New York-style engraving, extensive foliate scrollwork with punch-dot shading and zigzagging along the sides of the barrel. The engraving is quite deeply applied and crisp throughout and the metal surfaces retain about 95% original nickel finish with some mild flaking to gray-brown patina along the gripstraps, some scattered smaller flakes and light handling marks. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp while the trigger and hammer retain a healthy amount of vibrant casehardened colors and the triggerguard shows lightly flaking bright blue. A blued lanyard swivel has been added along the butt, obscuring the serial number. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips that remain in very fine condition showing a few age crackles, subtle striations and a mellow patina overall. There are a few faded pencil scribblings along the insides of the grips. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. (13B10826-519) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3500/5000)

26. ATTRACTIVE SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER

serial #1076, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered mild high edge wear, light dings and some areas lightly flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina. The hammer shows lovely vibrant casehardened colors throughout while the triggerguard shows nice colors drifting slightly to a smooth gray and the trigger shows a hint of pale straw color. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks and slight toning to brown. The right panel shows no scratched number but both fit very well. This revolver is equipped with the longer 1 9/16” cylinder, somewhat unusual for the low serial number, along with factory target sights. The latch is un-numbered while the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the full cock notch appears to have seen some work though the action otherwise functions well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A fine New Model revolver. (13B10826-371) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3000/4000)

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SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET REVOLVER WITH EXTRA BARREL & CYLINDER

serial #848 (cylinder), 32-44 S&W and 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” 32-44 barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling and 8” 44 barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting revolver showing just an “8” on the frame (obscured due to an added screw) and “848” on the 44 S&W cylinder and the 32-44 cylinder, barrel and latch. The 44 barrel is stamped only with a “2” and its latch is un-numbered.

The 44 barrel is currently installed and the metal surfaces retain about 65-70% original bright blue with scattered flaking toning to mild gray-brown patina, some light dings and oxidation staining, and the cylinder flats with moderate wear. The hammer retains fine case-hardened colors while the triggerguard is a pleasant smoky gray and the barrel shows simplified address and cartridge designation on the left side. There is an added partially drilled hole and another added small screw along the front gripstrap. The checkered black hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and slight toning to brown. Both sets of barrels are equipped with factory target sights and the 32-44 target barrel and cylinder retain perhaps 40% original bright blue with the balance flaked and toned to medium gray-brown patina showing some scattered oxidation speckling and pinprick pitting. The barrel rib shows crisp two-line address and patent dates. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action generally seems to function well mechanically, the 44 cylinder very sporadically not timing correctly. An interesting combination set for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B10826-604) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3500/5000)

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28. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 “TARGET” REVOLVER WITH VERY RARE SPARE 38 S&W CYLINDER serial #22984, 38-44 S&W and 38 S&W, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore perhaps showing the faintest hint of minor frosting and otherwise crisp rifling. Though outside of the original Target Model range, this revolver is chambered in the 38-44 S&W target cartridge and equipped with factory target sights, which was obviously still available through special order. It also includes a very rare un-numbered 38 S&W cylinder. The metal surfaces retain about 80-85% original bright blue with scattered high edge wear, light handling marks and small areas flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light. The cylinder shows one small area of pinprick pitting while the hammer and triggerguard retain a healthy amount of nice casehardened colors drifting to a pleasant smoky gray. The face of the trigger shows some roughly added coarse cross-hatching and the two-line barrel address and patent dates remain strong. The extra cylinder retains about 65% original bright blue with scattered flaking to gray-brown patina and some mild operational wear.

The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in about very good plus condition showing some moderate smoothing and scattered light dings. The right panel is scratch-numbered “28044” and their fit is otherwise very good. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is an interesting and very desirable variant for the advanced collector. (13B10826236) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3500/5000)

29. ATTRACTIVE A.H. FOX AE GRADE SMALLBORE DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #201934, 20 ga (2 3/4”), 28” Chromox fluid compressed steel barrels choked improved cylinder and a tight improved modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this nice double retain about 98% of an excellent quality restored rust blue finish showing a few light handling marks scattered about. The action was left alone and retains about 80% nice original case-hardened colors with the high edges and bottom metal toning to a pleasant smoky gray patina and showing a little sparse oxidation speckling. The typical factory embellishments remain crisp showing wide flowing foliate motifs and matted background shading. The triggerguard shows nice restored polished blue and the fourth digit of the engraved serial number appears to have originally been a “5” before being neatly modified into a “9”. No doubt this was an honest factory error as the inside of the triggerguard tang is properly stamped with the original matching serial number. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in near excellent condition as neatly cleaned and carefully refinished showing a few scattered minor handling marks and two small drying cracks at the rear edge of the forend. The checkering remains mostly strong and the wood exhibits some attractive subtle grain figure along the right side of the comb. The hard rubber pistolgrip cap and grooved buttplate are intact and length-of-pull is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 5/8” and 3”.

Weight is 5 lbs. 12 oz. and the gun features double triggers, automatic safety and large silver bead front sight. Lock-up is solid on-face with top lever right of center and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. This is a very fine and desirable 20 bore Fox ejectorgun.

(13C11523-76) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3500/5000)

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30. STUNNING FACTORY ENGRAVED SAVAGE MODEL 1899 LEADER GRADE SHORT RIFLE serial #54411, 303 Savage, 23” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very attractive, high grade and high condition rifle with many special-order features. In addition to the engraving the rifle features a shorter than standard barrel, “B” style factory checkering and an ultra rare factory cheekpiece. The sides of the action show round panel scenes of a falling buck left with mountainous background and a running doe right with a wooded background both surrounded in incise and relief scroll. The top of the chamber shows a floral spray, similar to a sunburst pattern.

The condition of the rifle is spectacular with the metal surfaces retaining 98% bright glossy original blue finish overall. The lever retains 95% original color case hardened finish which remains quite vivid in most areas. The stocks are checkered in the ”B” style with fancy scalloped and flame borders along with a more finely checkered panel on the top of the wrist. The left side of the stock shows a lovely shadow line cheekpiece which has a lovely appearance accenting the classic perchbelly profile of the stock. The stocks are of highly figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 98% original finish remaining and showing just a few light handling marks here or there. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate retains 90% original bright glossy blue finish. The rifle is equipped with sling eyes which are factory original with the forward eye doubling as the forend screw. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade Rocky Mountain front, Savage 21B Micrometer rear sight with hand screws along with a Lyman 2A tang mounted peepsight. The rifle is featured on pages 51 and 52 of David Royal’s Savage Book, Volume 2. An extremely rare, high condition and beautiful Savage rifle formerly of the famous Wes Adams Collection. (1E11759-1) {C&R} (20,000/30,000)

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SAVAGE MODEL 99 PE FACTORY ENGRAVED PRESENTATION GRADE RIFLE serial #1142349, 243 Win, 22" round barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This 1967 production rifle features lovely relief floral scroll factory engraving with a cougar in forest scene right and bull elk in wooded mountainous scene on left.

Rifle is in typical configuration with monte carlo stock, jeweled bolt and gold washed trigger and tang safety. The barrel retains 99% original blue finish and the action retains all of its even satin gray finish with very crisp engraving. The cut checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of highly figured American black walnut with black plastic grip cap and aluminum buttplate. The stocks retain 99% original finish overall and you have to hunt to find a handling mark. This rifle is illustrated on page 78 of David Royals Savage Book, Volume 2. A near new Savage 99 PE certain to please even the fussiest of collectors. (1C11759-20) {C&R} (4000/6000)

32. SAVAGE MODEL 99 DE CITATION GRADE FACTORY ENGRAVED RIFLE serial #1101117, 308 Win., 22" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1965 production rifle features beautiful factory scroll engraving on sides of action with a running buck in a large oval panel on the belly of the action. The press checkered Monte Carlo stocks are of very nicely figured American black walnut and feature a black plastic grip cap and aluminum buttplate. Rifle also shows the typical engine turned bolt as well as the gold washed trigger and tang safety. The rifle is in superb condition retaining 99% original blue on the barrel and the action retains all of its even satin gray finish. The stocks show 98%

original finish with a very light scratch on the right side of the butt, the figure on the left is considerably better than the right.

This rifle is featured on pages 69 and 70 of David Royals Savage Book Volume 2. A high condition and all original published Savage 99 Citation. (1C11759-21) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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33. FINE U.S. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #79529, .44 cal, 8” round barrel with a partially bright about very good plus bore that shows some areas of old oxidation and light pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This attractive early war 1862-made revolver is allmatching including the wedge and retains strong condition. The barrel retains about 65% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light showing some scattered thin striations from old cleaning, mostly along the left side, old tool marks nearer the wedge and areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The cylinder has mostly flaked to a medium gray-brown patina with some good remnants of original blue in the chambers and the exterior retaining a very fine naval engagement scene. The hammer and loading lever retain generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout drifting to smoky gray while the frame retains about 85% fine colors with a little mild gray-brown oxidation staining. The iron backstrap retains a healthy amount of bright blue as well, flaking to gray-brown, and the triggerguard has toned to an attractive rich ocher patina.

The trigger shows good brilliant fire blue, the single line New York address is crisp and the remaining markings are all intact and strong. The smooth walnut grip remains in near excellent condition showing some scattered dings and handling marks nearer the bases otherwise retaining excellent fit and nice inspector cartouches on either side. The backstrap inlet is ink-numbered matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer. This is a very fine Model 1860 Army that has only seen light use. (13B11199-42) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

34. FINE SAVAGE REVOLVING FIREARMS CO. NAVY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #3129, .36 cal, 7” barrel with a mostly bright about very fine bore showing a little scattered old oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this very handsome commercial revolver retains generous streaks of original bright blue throughout, having mostly flaked to a pleasant gray-brown patina and showing a few small areas of old mild oxidation. The cylinder is a similar patina with some sparse pinprick pitting while the frame retains perhaps 65% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light with fine flaking and staining from the years. The loading lever housing retains about 80% rich bright blue while the remaining parts all retain about 85% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, drifting in some areas to a pleasant smoky gray. The topstrap address and patent markings remain crisp and the smooth walnut grips rate excellent showing just a few light dings and retaining strong oil finish and perfect fit. The brass front sight post is bent back from an old impact but this is relatively minor and the action remains crisp and seems to function well mechanically. This interesting model is not often seen with such strong condition and is always a desirable piece for any antique American arms collection. (13C11556-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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35. RARE CASED LATE PRODUCTION TIPPING & LAWDEN PEPPERBOX serial #5788, 32 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with fair bores showing old light pitting and good rifling throughout. This is a rare late-production example with heavier beveled frame and barrel catch with larger grooved head. This pistol was likely made by Webley after they took over Tipping & Lawden in 1877. The barrels have mostly flaked to a medium gunmetal gray patina showing some old oxidation staining and generous original bright blue in the protected areas. The frame retains about 75% original silver finish that has taken on a nice tarnish with moderate wear to ocher brass and some scattered old dings and light handling marks. The backstrap is neatly engraved in script with the original owner’s initials “AM” and the left side bears the usual maker and patent markings. The back spring on the hammer appears to be an old replacement and the hammer is a smoky gray patina. The grips are smooth antique ivory with a mild patina showing a few old repairs and some crackling along the bases, the edges showing moderate warping. The barrels exhibit a little play and the hammer is functional though the nose does not rotate reliably. The original case remains in very fine condition showing a thin crack along the back side of the base and a few old repairs to some corners. The lid bears its shieldshaped monogram plate that is un-engraved and the lid veneer exhibits fine grain figure throughout, the lid does not quite close when the pistol is housed within. The interior is lined in blue baize showing some staining and the lid bears an original Frederick J. Smith & Co. retailer label that shows a few moderate flakes along the corners. The case contains a horn-handled jag, selection of rimfire cartridges and somewhat loosely fitted compartment cover. (13B11134-26) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

36. VERY FINE ENGRAVED & CASED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 2B PEPPERBOX serial #1389, 30 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with good bores showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrels of this lovely pistol retain about 92% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and a little mild freckling. The frame retains a similar amount of original silver finish that has taken on a very attractive medium tarnish showing mild high edge wear to rich ocher brass. The hammer retains fine case-hardened colors while the remaining small parts show good brilliant fire blue that is thinning somewhat to silvery pewter patina.

The arm shows extensive factory embellishments of fine tight foliate scrollwork with fine line background shading, foliate bordering and wheat chaff down the backstrap. The sides of the barrels show the distinctive punch-dot oval and the left side of the frame shows strong maker and patent markings. The black gutta-percha grips with foliate motifs remain in very fine condition showing a small ding at the bottom edge of the left panel and some subtle edge wear. The barrels lock up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. The original case remains in about very fine condition exhibiting some loosening of the joints along the corners and thin drying cracks along the lid.

There is an un-engraved shield-shaped monogram plate atop the lid and the lid also has a wonderful burl veneer. The interior is lined in blue baize showing mild wear, the lid with a nice condition Watson & Son retailer label. There are two covered compartments, one containing a key, and an original horn-handled cleaning jag is present. A wonderful example for the antique arms collector.

(13B11134-3) [ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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37. LOVELY CASED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 2B PEPPERBOX serial #1931, 30 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with bright very fine bores showing a little mild frosting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrels retain about 97% original rich bright blue showing a little mild edge wear and a moderate but very small ding along the top edge of the top right barrel muzzle. The frame retains about 99% original silver finish that has taken on a lovely medium tarnish showing a few scattered light handling marks with strong maker and patent dates along the left side. The hammer shows nice smoky case-hardening while the remaining small parts retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue drifting somewhat to silvery pewter along the latch. The black gutta-percha grips with floral motifs remain in near excellent condition, the only apology being a small repaired flake along the base of the left panel. The barrels lock up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. The original case remains in very fine condition showing a few old repairs along the corners and forward edge of the lid, the base with a thin crack along one corner as well. The lid veneer shows fine grain figure throughout and the shield-shaped monogram plate remains un-engraved. The interior is lined in blue baize rating near excellent, the inside of the lid with a small information card taped to the lining. The case features a compartment with sliding lid and contains some fine period accessories: small ebony-handled turn screw, ebony-handled jag, and a nice silver-plated oil bottle. An excellent British Sharps patent pepperbox ensemble. (13B1113422) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

38. FINE CASED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 1A PEPPERBOX serial #1219, 22 RF, 2 5/8” four-barrel cluster with bright near excellent bores showing a little mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. The barrels retain about 85% original bright blue showing some light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light, a few freckles and light handling marks. The frame is a nice ocher patina showing a few old dings scattered about and retains strong maker and patent marks along the left side. The hammer shows a few old dings along its top surface, otherwise retaining good smoky casehardening, and the remaining small parts with generous fire blue.

The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition, the barrels lock up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating hammer nose. The original case remains in near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the lid veneer with attractive burl figure throughout and un-engraved shield-shaped monogram plate. The interior is lined in blue baize that shows just a little mild wear and there is an information card about the card neatly taped to the inside lid. The case features compartment with sliding cover and contains a complement of period accessories including: ebony-handled turn screw, key, simple iron cleaning rod with horn handle and unmarked oil bottle. A fine ensemble and example of the smaller-framed Tipping & Lawden Sharps. (13B11134-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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39. SUPERB CASED TAKEDOWN MARLIN BALLARD SCHOYEN MUZZLE LOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #14062, 32-40, 30" No. 4 weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore that shows a subtle ring about four inches back from the muzzle, not uncommon with these muzzle loading single shot rifles. This is an exceptional example of a Schoyen customized Ballard rifle, the rifle is well known, is devoted a full page in Dutcher's Ballard - The Great American Single Shot Rifle and has been in some of the finest single shot collections in the country. The rifle is built on a plain Ballard action with a ball and spur lever and factory adjustable double set triggers.

The top of the barrel is marked "GEO. C. SCHOYEN DENVER, COLO." and the A.W. Peterson scope is mounted in a claw rear and dovetail front mount with two pair of holes with filler screws to accommodate conventional blocks. The stock is classic Schoyen with high cheekpiece and dramatic perchbelly; the grain is not only beautiful but it also follows the contour of the stock perfectly. The condition of the rifle is stellar with the barrel retaining 95% original Schoyen brown finish. The action retains 95% lovely period color case-hardened finish still retaining most of the original lacquer applied after finishing. The stocks are of English walnut and rate excellent plus retaining 98% original finish and retaining crisp edges, sharp checkering and only a few sparse light handling marks. The bottom of the pistolgrip retains its perfectly fitted ebony insert.

The original Schoyen Schuetzen buttplate is in place retaining 99% original nickel plated finish. The original Schoyen palm rest is fashioned from the same beautiful English walnut and it rates excellent plus like the balance of the wood. The Peterson telescopic sight retains almost all of its original finish and has nice clean optics. The rifle comes with its original false muzzle and loading rod. The leather shooters kit includes a nice period nickel plated duplex powder measure (missing one glass jar), Ideal bullet mould, bullet lubricating pump and an Ideal re-decapper.

The rifle comes with its original A.E. Meek & Co. leather takedown case. Meek was a Denver trunk and bag maker who is known to have made cases for numerous kinds of rifles of the period and this case is clearly period and original to this rifle as it fits perfectly. Former owners of this rifle include John Dutcher, Dan Manning, Brian Kent, E.C. Goodlad, Gary Quinlan and Warren Greatbatch. A spectacular Schoyen Ballard worthy of the finest collection of American single shot rifles. (11511-13) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (20,000/30,000)

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40. LOVELY BALL REPEATING CIVIL WAR CARBINE BY E.G. LAMSON & CO.

50 RF, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 95-96% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and a bit of fine oxidation speckling scattered about. The action retains about 96-97% wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors with some areas along the right side and bottom metal taking on a pleasant mix of smoky and silvery casehardened patina. The bands and buttplate all show lovely case-hardened colors as well and the remaining small parts retain fine brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong and the smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original oil finish with just some sparsely scattered light dings, a few tiny flakes around the edges of the buttstock and a very minor tight drying crack forming at the upper tang. Stock fit is excellent and the buttstock retains a crisp inspector cartouche along the left side of the wrist. All proper hardware is intact, the lock is crisp and the action seems to function well mechanically. Essentially an improvement on the Spencer system, only 1002 of these carbines were made an accepted, though delivery was made just after the war officially ended. An excellent example for the antique arms or Civil War collector. (13C11678-33) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

41. FINE WINCHESTER SCHUETZEN RIFLE

MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL DELUXE

serial #90425, 32-40, 30” No. 4 weight part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this 1901-made rifle retains about 96% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and mild thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 70% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some moderate flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina along the right side and receiver ring and a few small areas of mild oxidation. A pair of target blocks are affixed to the barrel obscuring the cartridge marking and part of the address and the top of the action shows Winchester factory “WP” proof mark indicating it was returned at some point. The spur lever, breechblock and hammer retain a healthy amount of vibrant case-hardened colors in the more protected areas muting somewhat to a nice smoky case-hardened patina along the exterior of the lever. The helm buttplate retains about 96% of a nicely restored rust blue showing some mild thinning to gray patina. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and small flake at the toe. The fit of the forend is a little proud against the frame and the buttstock is a little proud of the plate at the toe. Stock fit is otherwise excellent at the tangs, the wood shows some attractive subtle grain figure throughout and the left-side schuetzen cheekpiece retains nice defined edges. The original hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact in excellent condition. The upper tang screw is stuck fast precluding easy removal of the stock though the end grain is stamped “12646” and the inside of the buttplate “4429”. The rifle is equipped with factory double set triggers and the aforementioned target blocks, and sighted with short-range Vernier tang sight and windgauge target globe front. There is no front sight insert present and the rear sight dovetail is blanked. The action seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of the attractive and desirable schuetzen high wall. (13D11108-95) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (3500/5000)

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42. CASED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #26452, .36 cal, 5 1/2” round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore that shows some scattered light pinprick pitting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces show an old cleaning and perhaps some remnants of an older reapplied plum-brown finish along with some sparse smoothed-over pinprick pits and old oxidation staining. Some of the markings, namely the New York barrel address, may have been refreshed after the cleaning. The “COLTS PATENT” on the frame is strong, the triggerguard retains a good caliber marking and the patent date in the cylinder flute is rather soft and partially legible. The triggerguard and backstrap show remnants of silver finish thinning to mild goldenrod patina and showing some scattered old dings. The smooth walnut grip rates very good plus as cleaned and re-varnished showing some light dings and no visible number along the interior. The arbor number is also no longer legible, the back of the cylinder is numbered “5081” and the remaining numbered parts are matching.

The action seems to function normally. The included mahogany case is of antique construction and remains in very fine condition showing a few glue repairs along the corners and lid panels. The interior is lined in blue velvet, perhaps refurbished some time ago, showing mild wear and contains a full complement of accessories including: small Federal Eagle powder flask in fine condition, multitool, dual cavity bullet mould that shows rather heavy use and pitting, key, UMC cap tin and what appears to be an original five-round packet of cartridges. A very respectable example of this desirable model in a handsome cased ensemble. (13B11641-4) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #200386, .31 cal, 5” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few areas of light oxidation and pinprick pitting with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This 1862-made revolver is a very late example bearing the desirable two-line Hartford address.

The barrel has mostly flaked to a mottled gray-brown patina showing some scattered areas of light pitting and some generous original bright blue in the more protected areas. The six-shot cylinder retains a great deal more original bright blue, perhaps 60%, again showing some flaking and areas of old light pitting, the stagecoach scene remaining over 90% intact and quite crisp.

The loading lever and frame retain a healthy amount of fine vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the left side of the frame with some light pitting, and the back side of the hammer also shows lovely case-hardened colors. The sides of the trigger and a few of the screw

heads retain good fire blue while the triggerguard and backstrap retain about 65-70% silver finish thinning to mild goldenrod along the straps. The smooth walnut grip remains in near excellent condition with about 97% original varnish and just some light handling marks. The wedge is an older gunsmith-made unnumbered replacement, the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically.

The included mahogany case is of older construction showing scattered light dings and mostly worn finish, the lock escutcheon having been lost to the years. The interior is lined in red velvet and the revolver does not quite fit perfectly but appears to have been resting in the case for a long time. The case contains a small Federal Eagle flask with a few scattered dents, dual cavity Colt Patent bullet mould showing moderate wear and Eley cap tin. A rather nice example with desirable barrel address.

(13C11641-6) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

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44. ATTRACTIVE CASED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #174333, .36 cal, 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing some overall light pitting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1863-made revolver retains about 80% original bright blue showing edge wear, some light dings on the right side near the wedge and scattered flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina. The cylinder has mostly toned to a mild gray-brown patina showing a little scattered pinprick pitting, the naval engagement scene shows some obscured areas but remains mostly intact and the safety pins are also mostly present. The frame, hammer and loading lever show wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas toning to a pleasant mild gray patina and showing a few minor handling marks. A smaller notch has been neatly cut into the hammer just to the right of the factory rear sight notch. The backstrap and triggerguard have mostly toned to a mild ocher patina showing a few scattered light dings and some tarnished silver finish around the triggerguard. A few screw heads retain nice fire blue and the New York barrel address and other markings remain intact and strong. The revolver is fitted with an attractive antique smooth ivory grip that remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks, nice striations throughout and is taking on a pleasant patina overall. The grip is un-numbered and the remaining parts are matching including the wedge. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The revolver comes in a very attractive period case that shows some light scuffs and dings along the exterior, the lid with some particularly lovely burl grain figure throughout; the case is a bit large for the gun and appears to be for a Model 1860 Army. The interior is lined in green velvet showing some honest light wear and the case contains a Colts Patent stand of arms powder flask that shows some dings along the back and is missing a lid screw, moderately oxidized multitool and dual cavity Colts Patent bullet mould, capping tool that shows an old cleaning and some verdigris, key, partial container of French-made caps and what appears to be an original six-round packet of cartridges by D. C. Sage in lovely condition. A very attractive wartime Navy Model with a handsome set of grips and in a nice case. (13C11641-3) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

45. VERY FINE CASED & LONDON-PROOFED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #261324, .31 cal, 6” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely 1864-made revolver retains about 92% original bright blue with most of the loss due to scattered light dings and minor scratches. The New York barrel address was rather lightly struck while the London proof marks on the left side are crisp. Curiously the five-shot cylinder shows an antique restored bright blue finish, no doubt done in England, retaining about 95% showing a few light dings, some pinprick pitting, and the cylinder scene left somewhat softened but mostly visible, the London proofs otherwise crisp and strong. The frame, hammer and loading lever retain about 95% nice case-hardened colors remaining mostly vibrant with some areas drifting to smoky gray and some of the colors a bit thin as is often seen on wartime guns.

The “COLTS PATENT” on the frame was lightly struck and the backstrap and triggerguard retain about 97% original silver finish showing some very slight edge wear and scattered tiny dings, the silver with a fine medium tarnish. The small parts retain lovely brilliant fire blue and the smooth walnut grip is in very fine condition retaining most of its original varnish with some scattered dings and edge wear. The left locator pin on the frame for the barrel has broken off into the barrel and one cylinder safety pin is intact.

The wedge bears two numbers, one of which is matching the frame, the loading lever is “7762” and the cylinder number has been restruck in factory-style numbering to match the frame.

The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action is crisp. The period mahogany case remains in very good plus condition with the expected scuffs and dings along the exterior, the interior lined in blue baize showing some areas of refurbishment and slight fading. The lid retains a mostly intact loading instructions sticker and the case contains some nice period accessories including: brass-handled steel cleaning jag, combination tool, dual cavity Colts Patent bullet mould, nickeled oiler, Eley cap tin and a nice multi-compartment powder flask with oak leaf motif. An attractive ensemble for the antique arms collector. (13B11641-5) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

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46. GERMAN ORIGINAL SYSTEM BUCHEL SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #W419, 8.15x46R, 31 1/2” Prima Wittener Stahl octagon barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and mild frosting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this March 1914 proof-dated rifle retains about 90% original blue showing some mild fading and sparse oxidation speckles, most of the loss along the bottom flat which is toning to gray. The top flat is grooved for sights and neatly matted.

The action retains about 92% nice vibrant case-hardened colors showing some scattered mild oxidation staining, most noticeable along the fancy lever. The top of the breechblock and action are neatly matted with system markings inlaid in silver behind the block and the rifle is further embellished with wide Germanic foliate motifs along the side and portraits of traditional riflemen. The

checkered walnut buttstock remains in very good condition showing some older added finish, a 1 3/4” crack forming along the left side of the wrist and the wood a bit shy of the metal on the right side where it meets the frame. The smooth forend remains in very good pls condition showing light handling marks. The stock features generous left-side rams horn cheekpiece, right-side thumb rest and typical steel schuetzen buttplate. The forend is threaded for a now-lost palm rest and the rifle is equipped with sling swivels, double set triggers, adjustable tang peep sight with aperture disc and windage-adjustable protected bead-on-post front sight. (13C11108-41) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/2500)

47. INTERESTING AUSTRIAN SYSTEM AYDT TAKEDOWN SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY WERTGARNER

8.15x46R, 31 1/2” Bohlerstahl octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This is an interesting Type I rifle with takedown feature and some lovely extensive relief embellishments, and is also pictured and described on pages 304 & 305 of “Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. I” by Tom Rowe et al. The barrel retains about 96% original blue showing a little minor oxidation speckling and areas thinning to a mild gray patina scattered about. The top flat is matted and shows K. Wertgarner of Enns, Austria retailer marking. There is a lug on the underside of the barrel that was probably meant to be finished to support a sling swivel, but never was. The action retains about 96% original lovely vibrant casehardened colors with some areas of smoky patina and minor gray speckling along some of the high edges.

The sight hardware also shows excellent vibrant case-hardened colors while the left-side action parts show slightly faded but attractive fire blue throughout. The action is embellished in full coverage with fine foliate motifs with burnished highlighting and deep relief matted background shading, the left side with a rifleman (or perhaps woman, if you look closely) and the right with target maiden. The rear loop of the lever is engraved with a widely dotted gripping surface curiously rather reminiscent of an octopus arm. The walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing a little older added finish with some scattered light dings and dents, the left side of t h e buttstock with a thin drying crack and the left side thumb rest with a somewhat roughly repaired 2” chip. The checkering remains strong and the takedown lever is nestled into the rear of the forend. The stock features generous rams horn comb and left-side cheekpiece and the arm is equipped with double set triggers which will require some mechanical attention as they currently do not set or fire. Sighted with a fully adjustable large aperture tang sight and front ramp dovetailed for easily swappable inserts currently fitted with a very fine bead on post with protective

wings. The comment on this rifle in the book indicates it was made just after the Second World War with leftover parts, probably for an American officer or other occupying personnel, and is devoid of official proof marks. The Wertgarner firm was founded in 1820 and is still a going concern in Enns. A very fine and attractive schuetzen rifle. (13C11108-66) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (3500/5000)

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48. EXTREMELY RARE, DOCUMENTED AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE NEW YORK ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY SHERIFF'S MODEL REVOLVER SHIPPED "SOFT" serial #114690, 45 Colt, 3 1/2" barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing good rifling. Engraved Colt Sheriff's model revolvers represent the pinnacle of desirability among Single Actions and to put the rarity into perspective, of all the Colt Single Action revolvers manufactured from the beginning of production in 1873 until 1896, only TWO 45 caliber 3 1/2" Sheriff's models were shipped soft. The revolver was shipped to Hartley & Graham in 1885 and was very likely engraved by the Nimschke shop which was the primary non-factory Colt engraver utilized by the large New York dealers. The revolver shows lovely loose relief floral scroll in near full coverage with familiar shell motif on top of grip frame, very typical of Nimschke. The revolver wears a wonderful relief carved ivory steer head grip which shows age and wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The metal surfaces of the revolver bear a pleasing gray patina with some scattered generally fine pitting here and there with engraving being somewhat softened. The muzzle shows considerable holster-wear and the two-line barrel address remains fully legible. The revolver was clearly a working gun and has a fabulous and completely honest appearance. The front sight was slightly regulated during the period of use and the forward section of the rear sighting groove shows a small flattened section that is again period, with even patina and fine pitting. The included factory letter dated 2002 lists the revolver as a 3 1/2" Sheriff's Model shipped "Soft" as a single gun shipment to Hartley & Graham in New York City on February 16, 1885. This is an extremely rare and desirable Colt Single Action Sheriff's Model revolver that has character galore. A rare opportunity for the advanced Colt or American West collector to acquire a simply wonderful 18th century Colt revolver. (1E11523-115) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (30,000/50,000)

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49. FINE GERMAN SYSTEM KESSLER MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY MILLER & VAL GREISS 9.5x47R, 28 1/2” guss-stahl octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive rifle retains about 96% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered mild handling marks and featuring nice silver bands at the shank and Munich address and steel marking also inlaid in silver which has taken on a fine tarnish. The action and fancy lever retain about 95% lovely original case-hardened colors with some subtle drifting to a

pleasant smooth smoky gray patina and a few minor freckles here and there. The bottom metal and schuetzen buttplate also retain fine vibrant colors throughout drifting a bit more to pleasant smoky gray, the buttplate with number “2202”. The action shows lovely Germanic foliate scrollwork throughout, the bottom metal with some nice geometric borders and neatly executed crosshatching motif throughout, the triggerguard bow of the lever with a nice little deer scene as well. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, with one small more moderate dent on the underside of the forend, small drying crack at the upper tang and a thin 1” crack on the left flat. The buttplate is a bit proud at the toe and the stock otherwise retains fine original varnish, nice checkering, and features a typical Germanic left-side cheekpiece. Equipped with sling swivels and double set triggers, the rifle is sighted with an elaborate full-adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc, full-adjustable fine v-notch rear sight and windage adjustable protected bead-on-post, all of the sight hardware retaining fine case-hardened and fire blue finishes. A somewhat short portion of brass cleaning rod is held beneath the barrel and the action seems to function well mechanically. This attractive rifle appears to have seen very little actual use. (13C11108-61) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

50. ATTRACTIVE HAENEL ORIGINAL SYSTEM AYDT SCHUETZEN RIFLE 8.15x46R, 31 1/2” Bohler steel octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an attractive first series rifle showing June 1926 proof date, the barrel showing about 92% original blue showing some mild toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a bit of minor freckling. The underside of the barrel is numbered “445” and shows typical German proof marks, date code, Bohler marking and “F. NEUMANN / SUHL”. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina retaining a healthy amount of nice vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas. The action is embellished in full coverage with wonderful Germanic foliate motifs, finely stippled background shading and characterful figures. The breech flats show foliate dolphins while a lion’s head graces the bow of the guard. The right side of the action features a proud renaissance rifleman along with cupid, a boy holding the target and a bespectacled jester-like figure. The left has our rifleman drinking from his stein while the bardame pours another. The top flat shows “HAENEL ORIGINAL AYDT” in gold and the breechblock shows number “5615”. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very fine condition showing a slightly crazing older added varnish, some scattered light dings and the buttstock with a number of repaired thin cracks along either side of the wrist, and its fit a bit shy against the action. The stock feature a generous left-side rams horn cheekpiece, right-side thumb rest, and some attractive carved foliate embellishments. The left side of the stock is inlaid with a German silver banner neatly engraved with no doubt the original owner’s information

“Ernst Krautzig / Neumark” and the forend tip is carved with an attractive dog’s head with glass eyes. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers, sling swivels, fully-adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc and protected beadon-post front sight on ramp. A very fine System Aydt with some really endearing embellishments. (13D11108-30) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (3000/5000)

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LOVELY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #54563, 32 S&W, 3” with a bright about very good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This handsome Fourth Model retains 98% original nickel finish, showing only a few scattered light handling marks and negligible flecks of oxidation staining, and displays full factory New York-style foliate scroll engraving along the cylinder and both sides of the frame with sleek arrow motif on the topstrap. The hammer, trigger, and triggerguard have all toned to a smoky gunmetal patina, showing remnants of faded blue, mild oxidation staining, and mild case-hardened colors. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips rate excellent showing light discoloration around the edges with a few minor checks along the interiors where they meet the grip strap and showing minimal overall handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions with strong spring and snap, and included is the original hinged brown box, correctly end-labeled to the revolver, remaining excellent overall showing only minimal soiling and edge wear. This is a lovely and complete Fourth Model, made sweeter by its classy embellishments, sure to please the budding or advanced collector. (26A10826315) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

52. LOVELY SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS BICYCLE REVOLVER serial #122791, 32 S&W, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Second Model revolver retain 99% original blue, showing only minimal handling wear overall with a few negligible flecks of scattered oxidation staining and light edge silvering, with the trigger toning to a handsome brown patina and showing bold case-hardened colors. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing little if any handling wear and toning to a deep chocolate brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included with this lovely revolver is a hinged brown box labeled for this gun’s 3” variant, which remains excellent overall with minimal soiling or edge wear. An excellent Second Model in a state of condition not often encountered. (26A10826-340) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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53. FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #148024, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain 97% original nickel, thinning along the barrel, showing scattered light handling marks throughout with minor oxidation staining visible under direct light in the areas of loss; the trigger, triggerguard, and rear sight latch have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina with the trigger showing mild case-hardened colors and the triggerguard retaining generous original fading blue.

The nickeled surfaces are embellished with full No. 2 factory engraving showing handsome light scrollwork which remains crisp throughout. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent overall, showing minimal handling wear with a few spots of yellowish discoloration and a minor check on the interior of each panel near the front strap. Timing and lockup are sound, the ejector rises as it should though often returns sluggishly or not at all, and the grip safety functions correctly. Included is the original hinged brown cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, which remains in excellent overall condition showing minimal soiling and edge wear relative to its age. This remains an overall excellent and high-condition Fourth Model, made sweeter by its original box and factory embellishments, which is sure to please the Smith & Wesson collector. (26A10826-385) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

54. LOVELY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #99584, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Fourth Model remains in excellent overall condition, retaining 98% silver finish, thinning lightly throughout with the balance toning to a lovely dark gray tarnish. It shows some very fine high edge wear throughout, focused chiefly at the heels of the gripstrap, with a few scattered light handling marks here or there and very mild oxidation staining visible under direct light. The triggerguard, cylinder, and rear sight latch retain 98% gold-washed finish, showing to silver on the high edges, with the cylinder displaying a mild ring and the hammer toning to a smoky gunmetal patina. This revolver displays handsome foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backing throughout, absent along the belly, with zigzag bordering in the protected areas of the barrel rib and intertwined geometric motifs on the rear and top straps. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in pristine condition, showing excellent fit and no handling wear or discoloration to speak of, and the grip screw retains all of its gold-colored finish. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap. Included with this lovely revolver is the original hinged brown cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun and remaining in excellent overall condition, as well as a period chamois purse holster which remains near-excellent showing only light soiling.

This is a beautiful and high-condition Fourth Model DA. (26A10826-466) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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55. RARE NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER

serial #121571, 44-40, 4 3/4” barrel with a very good bore showing moderate frosting and strong rifling. This is a nice honest revolver which shipped from the factory to Manzanares & Company in Las Vegas, NM on April 6, 1887. The barrel shows the correct two-line address which is 95% legible and has a moderately worn etched panel which remains about 80% legible with the panel itself remaining fully visible. The three-line patent marking on the left side of frame remains strong and fully legible. The metal surfaces of the revolver show an even gray patina with scattered fine pitting in most areas.

There are a series of impact marks on the ejector rod housing which are period and quite unobtrusive. The top of the backstrap shows traces of original blue and the original one-piece walnut grips rate very good with 30-40% original varnish remaining and with the balance being smooth with loss from honest use. The revolver cycles properly with all joints remaining tight, edges sharp and with the grip fit remaining perfect. Like the vast majority of revolvers shipped to the southwest during this period, the revolver shows honest use but is in much better than average condition. Las Vegas, NM was established in 1835 and by 1879 the railroad arrived causing the population to boom and the town to become one of the largest in the American Southwest. With this growth came industry, new businesses and an influx of residents both honorable and undesirable.

Western personalities such as Doc Holliday, Big Nose Kate, Wyatt Earp, Billy the Kid, Jesse James and Dave Rudabaugh all spent time in Las Vegas. The revolver was a very important and necessary tool for day-to-day life in Las Vegas, like any necessary tool this revolver shows considerable use but was also clearly well-cared for and maintained. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing it as part of a 100-gun shipment to Manzanares and Company in 1887. Las Vegas New Mexico shipped arms are understandably much sought after by collectors and this is a fabulous example. (1D11523-112) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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56. VERY FINE FRUITLAND NEW MEXICO ORDERED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #336858, 32-20, 4 3/4" barrel with a very good plus bore. This revolver remains in wonderful original condition and is finished in nickel and wears a set of factory steerhead carved mother-of-pearl grips. The barrel shows proper two-line address and the revolver shows all matching numbers with all markings remaining clear and crisp. The metal surfaces of this 1918-shipped revolver retain 98% original nickelplated finish with only noticeable loss being a bit of muzzle wear on the left side of the muzzle and leading edge of the ejector rod housing. The revolver wears a pair of steerhead carved mother-of-pearl grips with silver Colt medallions which rate excellent with a small chip from the heel of the left grip and from the toe of the right. The grips fit beautifully, show proper age and appear original but the included factory letter lists the guns shipping with carved mother-of-pearl grips with eagle motif. The revolver cycles and locks up properly, appearing to be in excellent mechanical condition. This revolver comes with a factory letter showing it was sold to Fruitland Trading Company in Fruitland, New Mexico which is an unincorporated community in the Northwest corner of New Mexico at the edge of New Mexico and Arizona's Navajo Nation. The gun was shipped to George Tritch Hardware in Denver, CO on behalf of Fruitland Trading and was part of a two-gun shipment on January 31, 1918. Fruitland Trading Company was founded in 1886 by Hambleton B. Noel and remained in operation at the same location until 1999. At the time this revolver was ordered the Fruitland Trading was owned by Eli Cline who had previously owned a bakery in nearby Farmington which had unfortunately burned. The Navajos would refer to him as "Burnt Bread" and his trading post as "Burnt Bread Trading Post". An unusually high condition New Mexico Colt Single Action Army Revolver with an interesting shipping destination. (1D11523-102) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (5,000/10,000)

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57. HANDSOME SILVER CITY NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER serial #117509, 44-40, 4 3/4" barrel with a lightly pitted bore that shows its original black powder rifling its entire length. This 1886-shipped etched panel revolver shows honest use but retains a respectable amount of original finish, obviously being well cared for. The barrel shows faint traces of original finish in the most protected areas with the balance bearing a mellow gray-brown patina with very good etch remaining fully visible and mostly legible. There are some scattered fine pits here and there with the two-line barrel address remaining fully clear and legible. The black powder frame shows the three-line patent dates and shows nice mellow color casehardened finish overall. The finish is quite vivid on face of the recoil shield and other interior surfaces leading us to think that the color was expertly restored at some

point. The colors visible when the gun is assembled are faded and show vividness in protected areas only. The surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting with the patent dates looking quite strong. The cylinder shows strong original blue in the flutes with the balance being a pleasing gray brown patina matching the barrel perfectly. The grip frame shows perhaps 20% original blue around the triggergaurd area with the straps being mostly a smooth brown patina.

The checkered hard rubber eagle grips show light to moderate wear and rate very good with no chips or damage. The revolver cycles and locks up nicely and appears mechanically excellent. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing shipment to Neff & Stevens of Silver City, Territory of New Mexico on July 12, 1886 in a five gun shipment. Silver City was a dangerous mining town in the 1880's which has been characterized as being lawless and attacks by Apache Indians were not uncommon. A mere 10 years before this revolver shipped, Billy the Kid lived in Silver City where he was orphaned when his mother died and his stepfather abandonded him at the young age of 15 in 1874. Silver City is where his life of crime began, first being arrested at the age of 16 for stealing food before robbing a Chinese laundry 10 days later. He was again arrested then escaped jail and fled. His life of crime would end at the age of 21. A very nice and quite attractive Colt Single Action with a very romantic shipping destination.

(1D11523-108) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (5000/7000)

58. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER

serial #161954, 41 Colt, 4 3/4" barrel with a near excellent bore showing strong clean rifling and just a little light frosting. This is a completely honest antique Single Action army which was shipped to E.J. Post in Albuquerque in 1895. The barrel with proper twoline address and ejector rod housing retain about 75% bright original blue with loss being primarily on the outer edge of the ejector rod housing and left surface of barrel. The cylinder retains perhaps 30% original blue with most finish being in the flutes and with the outer periphery of the cylinder bearing a mostly gray patina blending with some original blue. The frame shows a lovely even gray-brown patina with nice subtle original color case hardening visible in protected areas.

The gripframe shows about 25% original blue in the protected areas with the balance bearing a pleasing smooth gray-brown patina. The butt strap is relatively neatly scratch numbered with a social security number. The checkered hard rubber grips rate very good, fit excellent and show wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing shipment to E.J. Post & Company in Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico as part of a two-gun shipment. It is interesting to note that from 1895 until just after New Mexico became a state in 1912, these revolvers were "exported" to the Territory of New Mexico and due to trade restrictions, Colt would ship their guns to Winchester and they would ship them as their export agent to New Mexico. The revolver is mechanically excellent cycling crisply and locking up tight. A very nice New Mexico shipped antique Colt Single Action.

(1D11523-97) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

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59. EXCEPTIONAL CASED, ENGRAVED AND GOLD & SILVER-PLATED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY SHOOTING PRIZE REVOLVER AWARDED TO CALIFORNIA GUARDSMAN WILLIAM JOHN STURKE

serial #197438, .44 cal, 8” round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. This stunning 1872-made revolver was presented as the second place prize for the California Centennial Trophy Match on October 24, 1876.

First prize was a gold watch and chain won by C.P. Breton of Company C, First Regiment and second prize was this revolver described as “Ivory-handled, Gold and Silver-Plated Colt’s Revolver” provided by San Francisco retailer A.J. Plate & Co. and presented to William Sturke of Company D, Second Regiment. This revolver was inherited by Sturke’s son and loaned in 1942 to Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park, being returned in 1957. The revolver shows wonderful factory engraving in the style consistent with the early 1870’s featuring finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork throughout, overlapping in some areas along the barrel, along with fine punch-dot background shading, some lighter bordering and scattered geometric motifs.

The metal surfaces retain about 90% original silver finish with most of the loss due to some scattered light flaking and mild oxidation staining toning to gray-brown patina along the sides of the barrel and along the backstrap, the silver otherwise taking on a pleasant medium tarnish. The loading lever, cylinder and hammer retain a similar amount gold wash that shows some areas of mild thinning to be expected and a few areas that appear to have been touched-up a bit. The screw heads retain most of their brilliant fire blue and the embellishments and markings all remain crisp and excellent. The original checkered ivory grip remains in excellent condition showing a mild patina and subtle striations along with a few scattered light handling marks. The checkering remains crisp and the left side features a magnificent carved Mexican eagle motif which was popular in the day. The backstrap inlet of the grip is

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pencil-numbered matching the frame, the wedge is un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are all matching. As would be expected, the revolver has seen little to no actual use and all of the cylinder safety pins are intact. The revolver is housed in its original mahogany case that remains in very fine condition showing a thin drying crack along the exterior lid and some scattered light dings. The shield-shaped monogram plate atop the lid is un-engraved, the ivory lock escutcheon shows a few minor chips and the locking hardware on the lid has been lost to the years. The interior is lined in red baize that exhibits moderate sun bleaching but otherwise remains in fine condition and contains a full complement of accessories including: fine condition eagle with stands of arms flask, dual cavity mould that retains generous silver finish, combination tool, a nearly full period Eley cap tin, a rather tender original box of cartridges and assortment of bullets. The case also contains a number of Sturke’s shooting medals and stapled to the inside lid is a newspaper clipping of the original shooting event and Sutter’s Fort original accession inventory tag. The shooting medals are a fine accompaniment to the ensemble and include a bronze “Long and Faithful Service” medal dated May 22, 1868 and inscribed to Sturke, an un-inscribed 1876 shooting medal with slightly tattered red ribbon, and a very fine silver medal from a different shooting event dated June 19, 1864 and finely engraved “Presented to J. Wm. Sturke / for the second best shot at the shooting of the / First Annual Target / Ellis Guard / San Francisco”. Also present are detached service bars: silver 15 Years and gold 20 Years. Finally the revolver includes copies of an email correspondence with the Sutter’s Fort curator confirming their provenance, copy of an original publication describing the results and prizes of the Centennial Shoot, and a short narrative with some additional information on the Sturke family provenance. This is a spectacular piece of American shooting history and just a wonderful rare ensemble with provenance, for the advanced Colt or antique American arms collector.

(13E11519-4) {ANTIQUE} (20,000/30,000)

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60. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER

serial #316056, 38 WCF, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing just a few scattered light pits. This revolver shipped from the Colt factory to Charles Ilfeld Company in Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico on January 28, 1911 as part of a three-gun shipment. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain about 70% bright original blue with loss mostly on left side of barrel and along the outer edge of the ejector rod housing.

The cylinder shows strong original blue in the flutes with the outer periphery showing a pleasing smooth gray patina with just a few small patches of some salt & pepper pitting. The frame shows strong color in protected areas with the balance being mostly smooth gray patina with some faint traces of the original color case hardened finish visible in areas. The grip frame shows generous amounts of original blue in protected areas with the balance showing a smooth gray patina.

The checkered hard rubber grips are original Colt grips but are later and a bit sharper than we would expect to see on a gun with the strap wear that this revolver shows.

The grips look nice and fit well but are just a tad too good for the balance. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and showing shipment as noted previously. Charles Ilfeld was the patriarch of the Ilfeld family who were early Jewish pioneers, ranchers as well as wool and livestock merchants in the Territory of New Mexico. First setting up the business in the bustling community of Las Vegas, New Mexico and eventually expanding to other parts of New Mexico.

This revolver shipped to Albuquerque the year before New Mexico was admitted into the Union. (1D11523-101) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

61. U.S. M1D GARAND SNIPER RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #1785853, 30-06, 24” 9-52 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a few specks of oxidation in an otherwise bright excellent bore with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with some spots of light high edge wear and some scattered light handling marks, some hints of previous pinprick pitting present beneath the finish. The walnut stock and handguards are in excellent condition as perhaps lightly arsenal cleaned with a light handling mark or two here and there, an excellent condition leather cheekpiece in place on the butt with some minor verdigris around the fittings and the leather ties replaced with twine, the right side

clearly marked “MRT / 10 52”; the stock is marked with a crisp circled “P” inside the pistolgrip, but appears otherwise unmarked. The receiver markings are intact and clear, the barrel markings partially struck but still readily legible, the barrel shows the proper “D7312555” drawing number, and the primary small parts all appear to be of Springfield Armory make, including the relief cut operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, and the rifle is sighted with a M84 telescopic sight, serial #32230, in excellent condition with a few light handling marks and some specks of oxidation on the ocular bell.

The rubber eye piece is largely intact with drying cracks scattered throughout, the sunshade still tight and holding its position, and the scope features clear glass with a post and crosshair reticle. Also included with the rifle is a Hart Mfg Co M2 flash hider showing a few light handling marks and silvering on high edges, and fits the rifle with notable play. A fine example of Garand’s sniper variant. (14B11687-3) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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62. SCARCE U.S. M1 GARAND “WIN-13” RIFLE BY WINCHESTER serial #1635543, 30-06, 24” Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. During the last of Winchester M1 production in 1945, serial number blocks were changed, dropping from 2.5 million to 1.6 million, resulting in about 39,000 Winchester rifles with duplicate serial numbers to Springfield Armory-made rifles, and created a desired, collectible rifle. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original gray-green Parkerized finish with general light thinning, light wear on the high edges and contact points, and some scattered light handling marks; the rear sight drums have toned to a pewter patina and the triggerguard bow shows a few spots of light pitting. The gas cylinder retains about 95% original Dulite blue with some light wear and speckled oxidation staining. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a handful of scattered light to perhaps more moderate dings and abrasions, most significant on the pistolgrip and toeline, light handling marks, and evidence of light cleaning throughout. The illegible remnants of a boxed inspectors cartouche and Ordnance Wheel are present on the left side of the stock, a stronger circled “P” is stamped behind the triggerguard, and “HQ” is stamped at the bottom edge of the pistolgrip with “60” marked on the bottom. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the small parts are properly WRAmarked, the receiver leg with “WIN-13” drawing number, and all show the expected rough finishing of Winchester M1 rifles. The rifle features a correct Winchester gas cylinder, Winchester front sight with flared “ears”, lock-bar rear sight drums with rounded bar and Winchester-style arrows, and the operating rod is unrelieved. WIN-13 rifles are a must-have for the serious M1 collector. (14B11700-88) {C&R} (3000/5000)

63. FINE U.S. MODEL 1903-A4 BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE BY REMINGTON serial #3415574, 30-06, 24” 3-44 dated 2-groove Remington Arms barrel with a few easily missed pinprick pits in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this of this attractive sniper’s rifle retain about 98% mixed original blue and Parkerized finish with a few light wear and handling marks, and a speck of oxidation or two. The “scant” grip walnut stock is in near excellent condition showing only a couple light dings, a minute abrasion on the left side of the wrist, and what appears to be two neat filler repairs to natural defects on the left side of the butt. A light “K” is marked beneath the magazine cutoff, and the stock is otherwise devoid of markings. The receiver markings are intact and crisp and properly offset to the sides of the receiver ring, a brass shim beneath the Redfield base covering some of the markings, and the

appropriate parts are “R” marked. The M73B1 scope is electro-pencil serial numbered “9044” and retains about 95% original blue with light wear at the edges of the objective bell, some spots of light oxidation staining, and some light handling marks. The scope features a fine crosshair reticle and the glass remains clear. An excellent example for the U.S. martial collector. (14C11511-4) {C&R} (3500/5000)

64. SCARCE EARLY U.S. MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY REMINGTON serial #3005355, 30-06, 24” 11-41 dated Remington barrel with a bright excellent bore. As the Second World War was ramping up and U.S. involvement began to appear inevitable, the Ordnance Department contracted Remington to begin producing M1903 rifles, the serial number block beginning at 3,000,000. The metal surfaces of this early production rifle have toned to an overall pewter gunmetal patina with areas of silvering, mild oxidation staining, and light handling marks. The bolt shows moderate operational wear with areas toning light brown under bright light, areas of softened pinprick pitting, and an electro-pencil obscured number at the root of the backswept handle, the knob now numbered “0317”. The straight grip walnut stock with dual recoil bolts and no grasping grooves is in very good condition with an about 3/4” crack behind the receiver and some scattered dings and light abrasions, most softened by the years; the buttplate and lower sling swivel have toned to an oxidized brown patina with softened, older pitting.

The stock is marked with a nigh invisible Ordnance Wheel next to a faint boxed “RLB” cartouche on the left, and a partial circled “P” behind the triggerguard. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, all the visibly marked parts show correct “R” markings, save for the bolt assembly which shows a punch mark and “1” on the underside of the handle and no “R” markings. The rifle retains the standard open sights, the windage and elevation adjustments functioning smoothly on the Model 1905 rear sight. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle, and a contemporary manual. An honest Remington-made M1903 from the very beginning of WWII production. (14B11700-46) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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65. FINE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903 NRA SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #1367215, 30-06, 24” 9-30 dated star-gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this lovely rifle retains about 95% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, thinning and toning lightly to gray under bright light and with a few light handling marks, the bottom metal retains 98-99% bright blue with a couple easily missed specks on the triggerguard and a hint of silvering on a high edge or two, and the barrel band, swivels, and buttplate show very good blue with general light wear. The bolt body is excellent, remaining bright with touches of operational wear and a few gray freckles, the bolt shroud, striker, and trigger show attractive smoky gray oilquenched case-hardening, and the “ON” face of the magazine disconnect is nicely polished bright. The pistolgrip walnut stock with dual reinforcing screws is in excellent condition with a few minor dings on the edge of the pistolgrip and left woodline and a few light handling marks here and there, the inside of the pistolgrip stamped with a crisp circled “P”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the muzzle showing a clear star-gauge, and the bolt is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The rifle retains the correct blade front sight and Lyman aperture rear sight, no aperture included, and a pair of arsenal-mounted target blocks are on the barrel, displaying lovely case-hardened colors throughout. “Summary of DCM Rifle Sales 1922-1942” by Springfield Research Service correctly lists this rifle by serial number as a “Sporter”. Only 5,538 of these fine sporting rifles were produced before production ceased due to “unfair” competition with commercial manufacturers, and this lovely example will fit well into an advanced collection. (14B11771-2) {C&R}(3000/5000)

66. COLT LIGHTNING LARGE FRAME SLIDE ACTION MAGAZINE RIFLE serial #6003, 45-85, 28" octagon barrel with a very good bore being relatively bright and with strong rifling its entire length. This is a nice honest example of Colt's largest slide action repeater. The barrel shows a nice clean address with the caliber designation being "45-85-285", all remaining clean and fully legible. The metal surfaces of the rifle bear a mostly even gray brown patina overall with some scattered fine pitting here or there along with some scattered patches of oxidation staining. The Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame is a little light but remains fully visible. The plain walnut buttstock and checkered twopiece forend rate very good plus with a good deal of original finish remaining, strong checkering and nice raised grain feel on the surface. The stocks fit beautifully and have never been sanded or refinished. The stock screw is a replacement but looks period. The rifle is sighted with a German silver blade Rocky Mountain front and a semi-flattop rear which seems a bit later. This rifle shows use but was well-cared-for and remains in very honest and almost untouched condition. (1B11625-4) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

67. REMINGTON MODEL 12C N.R.A. TARGET SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #433935, 22 S,L,LR, 24” octagon barrel with a very good plus bore showing scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 97-98% original blue with scattered light freckling spots of minor high edge wear and the triggerguard is toning to more of a plum color patina. There is light operational wear along the slide arm, contact points of the barrel, and magazine tube and the rifle has its original Lyman globe front sight with circle insert and aperture ear sight. The crescent buttplate retains strong amounts of blue toning to brown. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forearm rate very good plus with light handling marks and spots of lightly flaking varnish. A fine example that seems to function well mechanically. Includes a period correct leather sling with single sling eye. A very handsome and fine Remington rimfire rifle. (10A11696-17) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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68. NICE COLT MEDIUM FRAME LIGHTNING SADDLE RING CARBINE serial #76489, 44-40, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore showing a little sparse oxidation speckling and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this attractive 1895made carbine retain about 85% original blue with scattered toning to a medium gray-brown patina under bright light, some old dings and mild freckling. The front barrel band shows restored bright blue with some edge wear while the magazine cap and rear sight retain fine original bright blue and the barrel markings remain crisp. The action has been very nicely restored retaining about 98% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors while the small parts show nice fire blue. The Rampant Colt on the left side of the action has been reapplied and is not quite as detailed as the original would be while the lower tang and inside left-side of upper tang bear the proper original serial number and are matching.

The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus to about very fine condition with strong oil finish, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttstock and buttplate are numbered “6461”, the saddle ring and correct sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates the carbine shipped as-described on January 11, 1895 to Hartley & Graham of New York City in a fivegun shipment. This is a lovely gun in desirable 44 chambering. (13D11523-24) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3500/5000)

69. REMINGTON MODEL 121A FIELDMASTER SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #75258, 22 RF Shot, 24 1/2” smooth bore barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1945 manufactured rifle retain 98% original blue toning to brown with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining, minor handling marks and high edge wear. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forearm rate very good to near excellent having scattered light handling marks and a few small impressions and shows spots of added finish to those small areas. It features a single silver bead front sight and is a fine example of these scarce full-length 22 caliber smooth bores. (10A11696-14) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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70. EXCEPTIONAL CASED PAIR OF FRENCH PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS BY DEVISME serial #19152, .46 cal, 10” octagon barrels with bright near excellent bores showing a little fine old oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. As expected from Devisme, this is a wonderful set of pistols, the barrels retaining about 97-98% original rich bright blue showing just a few scattered tiny areas of speckled loss or flaking that is unobtrusive. The barrels are crisply engraved in fancy script with Devisme Paris address and the breech flats also show owner’s initials in script “A D”. All of the remaining hardware is an attractive medium French gray showing just a few small areas of lightly cleaned old oxidation staining mostly along the frontstraps and buttcaps, the swirling bolsters with a bit of old pinprick pitting that is relatively minor. The lockplates, tangs, spur triggerguard and other small parts are wonderfully embellished in near full coverage with finely detailed flowing foliate motifs and stippled background shading. The breech plugs are numbered “1” and “2” respectively. The stocks are magnificent French walnut finely checkered and with superb foliate carving matching the metal embellishments all remaining crisp and detailed throughout. The edge of the toe on each pistol is stamped with Devisme’s serial number, in this case matching on both guns. The only apology regarding the stocks is a crack on each at the edge above the left wedge escutcheons, otherwise they remain in excellent condition showing lovely grain figure with some areas of attractive burl and small knots. The hammer screws are slightly different styles on both pistols, both otherwise appearing to be of antique construction. The lock on pistol two is not particularly crisp but both are

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functional and the pistols are equipped with traditional non-set triggers and nice fire-blued sights consisting of u-notch rears and oval bead front sights. The pistols come in their original rosewood veneer case that remains in very fine condition with some mild dings and scuffs along the exterior, the lid slightly warped. There is an ivory lock escutcheon and brass monogram shield along the lid with fancy monogram of “AD”. The case is of course French-fitted for the guns and all of their accessories, lined in purple velvet which exhibits some moderate fading from the years, the protected areas still brilliant rich purple. The inside lid shows gold-embossed Devisme address and the case features two lidded compartments and the lovely complete set of accessories includes: brass-tipped rosewood ramrods, small pewter oiler, single cavity round ball mould, brass dipper, pair of fine rosewood containers and finally a set of three lovely tools including an ivory-handled nipple wrench, turnscrew and a wonderful mallet. A beautiful and complete set of pistols from one of Paris’s finest makers.

(13D11519-6) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)

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71. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL RUSSIAN REVOLVER serial #37808, 44 S&W Russian, 7” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and pinprick pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 94% antique nickel finish which has acquired an honest slightly clouded appearance overall and very much appears to be original showing some scattered light

dings, small tool marks and light flaking toning to mild gray patina. The hammer and spur triggerguard retain generous original case-hardened colors drifting to smooth gray while the latch and trigger show fine dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening.

Curiously, a small hole has been added at the bottom of the frame behind the hinge hardware both inside and out, appearing to be some sort of ad-hoc oil hole. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong, there is a “SH” Schuyler, Hartley & Graham retailer stamp at the heel and the barrel and inside of the frame between the locking posts show a small “*” stamp. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and the right panel properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number. The remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number and the lanyard stud is missing the ring. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the hand or its spring will require attention as it does not come up properly to cycle the cylinder. The hammer otherwise functions crisply. (13B10826-242) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

72. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL AMERICAN OIL HOLE REVOLVER

serial #692, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing areas of moderate oxidation and light pitting with generally good rifling. The barrel and cylinder of this desirable early revolver have mostly toned to a medium gray-brown patina showing some scattered old oxidation and light pitting with flakes of original blue lurking about the protected areas. The frame retains a great deal more original bright blue, perhaps 40%, with the balance similar to the other parts. The hammer and triggerguard retains some good smoky wisps of case-hardened colors, the latch a pleasant silvery casehardened patina. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the bottom flat of the barrel shows the proper factory “oil hole”. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition right and very fine condition left, the left panel with some light chips along the bottom edge. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching by serial number while the assembly number on the frame is no longer legible but is matching on the other components “R2”. The extractor catch hardware is missing so the whole mechanism no longer snaps properly and the tip of the firing pin is worn and does not protrude from the breech face. Barrel-to-frame fit is otherwise solid and the cylinder times and locks up well with a crisp hammer. A very respectable example of these early large frame Smith & Wesson revolvers. (13C10826-351) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3000/5000)

73. RARE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER WITH 7” BARREL serial #29284, 44 S&W American, 7” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus to very fine bore showing a few small patches of moderate oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a nice revolver with rare 7” barrel and nice set of original antique ivory grips. The metal surfaces retain about 70% original bright blue with some moderate flaking along the sides of the barrel and cylinder flats toning to a deep gray-brown patina along with some old oxidation speckling and fine scratches scattered about. Some of the frame screws show a little old slot wear and the single line barrel address and patent dates remain mostly crisp. The hammer shows nice vibrant case-hardened colors while the triggerguard retains some good smoky wisps and the trigger and latch show strong gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The revolver wears a fine set of original period smooth ivory grips that remain in excellent condition showing a few honest thing age checks forming, nice striations and an attractive patina. The right panel is in fact pencilnumbered to the gun and the other components are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A very fine and desirable example for the antique S&W collector. (13B10826-457) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

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74. CUSTOM STEVENS-ROSS MARLIN BALLARD MUZZLE LOADING TARGET RIFLE serial #23048, 33-40, 31 3/4" No. 4 weight full octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This is a classic full Stevens custom Ballard with a Ross rifled Stevens barrel. The rifle features Stevens Pope Special stocks, lever and palm rest along with a Pope windage adjustable folding tang mounted peep sight and globe target front sight. The Stevens barrel is factory numbered to the action and bears Ross' mark beneath the forend "R / 3" as well as "HMP". This “HMP” mark is thought to be an indicator of Pope’s approval of a Fred Ross rifled barrel. The condition of the rifle is superb with the barrel retaining about 98% original blue finish with just the slightest wear on the high edges. The frame retains 97% vivid original Stevens color case-hardened finish. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend retain 95% original finish with quite strong checkering. The forend checkering is fine and fancy and cut around the Pope palm rest. The stock shows several cracks at the action. These have been repaired some time ago and seem sound; the time and expense should be invested to have a top shelf professional properly repair these cracks - the rifle is more than worthy of the effort. The rifle is equipped with factory adjustable double set triggers, original false muzzle and wooden loading rod. In addition to the open sights the rifle is equipped with a Stevens 475 telescopic sight mounted on target blocks and rating excellent with slightly cloudy optics. The barrel is also cut for Pope mounts. Fred Ross was a well-respected competitive shooter and an employee of Stevens who worked as Harry Pope's assistant.

Ross was also an accomplished barrel maker and after Pope's departure in 1905, Ross took over barrel making responsibilities for the custom and Schuetzen department. This rifle bearing Ross’ number 3, is a very early example of his Stevens barrels of which only a handful are known. An extremely handsome and high condition example of these fine Stevens altered Ballard rifles formerly of the prestigious Warren Greatbatch Collection. (1E11511-24) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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75. RARE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN WITH 6 1/2” BARREL

serial #16837, 44 S&W American, 6 1/2” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation its full-length and otherwise mostly strong rifling.

This is a fine revolver with rare 6 1/2” barrel and a nice set of original antique ivory grips.

The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% original nickel finish with some scattered flaking to mild gray-brown patina, most along the cylinder and sides of the barrel, also showing some scattered light dings and the cylinder with some areas of cleaned light pitting. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain mostly crisp while the triggerguard is a gray-brown patina and the trigger shows remnants of silvery gray case-hardening. The hammer appears to have been rehardened long ago is a dark gray with flashes of deep firelike blue. The smooth antique ivory grips are both numbered to the gun by serial number in antique ink and remain in very fine to near excellent condition exhibiting some slight shrinkage along the edges, nice crackling along the bases and a fine patina overall. The base of the frame also shows a set of engraved initials that may be “AW”, though the second character really looks more like the Cyrillic equivalent of “Zh”. The action has apparently seen some work and may need some additional attention as the cylinder rotates very sluggishly, even when the hammer is at half cock. Otherwise, it does lock up and time normally and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. An interesting example with seldom-seen barrel length. (13B10826-393) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

76. FRENCH DOUBLE PISTOL BY DAMEM

BARREL

FLINTLOCK

.60 cal, 7 5/8” part round part octagon barrels with moderately oxidized bores. This is a very interesting double barrel pistol in the original flint, the metal surfaces showing an old light cleaning and toning to a pewter gunmetal patina overall showing some scattered remnants of pinprick pitting. The barrels show lightly turned medials at the points of transition and the locks features beveled edges, slightly curved in at the rears, equipped with graceful swan neck cocks, slightly faceted pans with bridled roller frizzens and frizzen springs with nicely chiseled extensions. Both lockplates are neatly maker-marked in their centers “Damem / a St. Lo” and hardware is of iron throughout consisting of single ramrod thimble, tailpipe, triggerguard with pointed finials on either end, and heavy dual-strapped round buttcap. The walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a few scattered thin cracks and small flakes along the edges, light dings and some small gaps against some of the hardware. The stock otherwise features well-defined drop points and carved floral motifs atop the wrist and ahead of the triggerguard, the top of the wrist also with a nice inlaid silver floral escutcheon. The original iron-tipped horn ramrod is present showing a little mild insect damage, and the pistol is sighted with a wide trough rear sight and low-profile brass blade front. Both locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. St. Lo is a commune in northwest France and information on this maker appears to be very scant, though it is obviously a fine quality gun and in an unusual and desirable configuration. (13C11543-5) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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77. VERY FINE FRENCH FLINTLOCK DOUBLE FOWLER BY PRELAT 20 bore, 33” damascus barrels with mostly bright very good bores showing a bit of scattered light pitting and old oxidation. This is a lovely Parisian flintlock double, the barrels toning to a mix of deep gunmetal gray and medium plum-brown patina mixing with areas of old oxidation and subtle damascus patterns. The barrels are of Belgian make showing a Liege proof mark on the left and they are boldly engraved in script with maker’s information “Prelat / a Paris”, also showing some remnants of light gold-washed etched motifs at the breeches. There are platinum blowout plugs and the locks are of the finest quality ornate construction. The lockplates themselves are flat, with high beveled edges and pronounced teats at the rears which curve slightly inward. The remaining hardware is lovely featuring graceful cocks, silver-lined waterproof pans, and bridled roller frizzens all of which feature nice little details, the frizzen springs of particularly fine construction. The right cock shows an old repair with its top half gunsmithmade long ago to mirror the left which remains intact, the detailing of this replaced portion not as ornate but more than serviceable. The lockplates are both neatly maker marked and show nice foliate detailing and borders, the rear of the right plate with a small swan scene and the left with a swan on land reacting to a game dog in the water. The triggerguard is similarly ornate with extensive embellishments, small game scenes and wonderful Green Man-like gargoyle extension and motif along the bow of the guard. The hardware has mostly toned to gray showing some old oxidation staining and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina. The tailpipe at the nose of the stock appears to be a later replacement as it is completely unembellished but nicely made. The checkered walnut stock is of similarly ornate construction and in very fine condition showing a small repair along the right edge of forend, a few small chips around the barrel wedge and some lighter scattered dings. Stock fit remains quite nice and the checkering remains strong, the stock featuring a graceful semi-pistolgrip with additional lip at the rear, accenting shadowline along the right side of the buttstock and rounded edge cheekpiece with carved curlicue flourish on the left. The arm is equipped with sling swivels and includes a likely later-made brass-tipped hickory ramrod. The locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. Francois Prelat was a royal gunmaker in the early to mid-19th century and maker of some very ornate and flamboyant guns, as well as an early patent holder for self-contained cartridges and percussion caps in mainland Europe. This fowler is a fine example of his work. (13C11579-45) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

78. AMERICAN PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE

BY BERG .40 cal, 33” octagon barrel turned for starter with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains perhaps 85% original plum-brown finish with areas toning to a deep gray patina under bright light, mild edge wear and some old oxidation speckling. The top flat is inlaid in silver with the maker’s information “H. BERG DAVENPORT IOWA.” The breech plug with swirling bolster and tang have mostly toned to a silvery case-hardened patina while the lockplate retains some generous wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors and shows some light foliate scrollwork embellishments. The lockplate is nicely formed, following the contours of the raised stock flat, and the hammer is a nice plum-brown with attractive dolphin head. The fancy spur triggerguard shows some streaks of original bright blue in the protected areas mostly toning to gray-brown patina and the trademark Berg heavy schuetzen buttplate with acorn-like finial is a similar patina. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining about 92% original varnish showing a thin 5” crack through the barrel wedge escutcheon on the left side along with some scattered light dings. The checkering with neatly mullered borders remains in very fine condition and the stock features nice left-side cheekpiece and horn tip. The rifle is sighted with a short tube aperture disc tang sight and target globe front with fine bead-on-post. A simple hickory ramrod is present along with a later nicely-made palm rest and starter. The lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. Henry Berg was a very respected schuetzen rifle maker and prominent schuetzenverein member in Davenport. This elegant rifle is pictured and described on pages 204 & 205 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton & Rowe. (13C11108-81) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/3500)

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79. STUNNING ANGELO BEE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET WITH FINE PREST GUN CASE serial #82381, 410 bore, 28” ventilated rib barrel choked and marked Skeet with 2 1/2” chamber and 28” ventilated rib barrel choked and marked modified with 3” chamber both with bright excellent bores. This 1950-made shotgun features exceptional embellishments from master engraver Angelo Bee the action with full coverage of his finest detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with punch-dot shading. There is fine gold wire inlay throughout and flanking lovely game scenes on either side that are executed in a multitude of metals, the right side with gold foliage and the finely detailed game dog and five grouse in silver. The left side shows a nicely contrasting mix of gold foliage, bronze and silver birds and pointer in silver with his coat coloration contrasting with bronze. The great contrasts and attention to detail really lend this work a special appearance. The trigger is also gold and the work signed on the left side with small “ABEE” and bee symbol, with fine foliate flourishes and gold line inlays extending further along the barrel breeches, magazine hangers and muzzles with the proof marks and serial numbers also gold-inlaid. The barrels are equipped with the donut post-style ribs, finely matted, and both are numbered to the gun and all embellishments and the original factory markings remain crisp. The bolt and shell lifter are brilliant and excellent with lovely engine turning while the metal surfaces retain 99% excellent quality post-engraving blue showing just some very subtle hints of minor operational silvering hardly worth the mention. The arm is stocked in wonderful checkered Circassian walnut in superb condition perhaps showing one or two tiny handling marks and lovely grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the solid black basketweave Pachmayr pad is 14 3/8” and the barrels are sighted with small white mid-beads and larger white front beads. The Prest gun case is numbered “126” and is of fine leather-covered oak construction with red baize interior. The case shows some very mild scuffing and edge wear along the exterior, the interior lining with a bit of minor wear as well that is very minor. The inside of the lid is fitted with a gold embossed leather label in factorystyle and there is a pair of keys in the single lidded compartment. Mr. Bee’s fine work is only increasing in collector interest and demand and this is a truly exceptional example of his work for the collector of the very finest embellished arms. (13G11712-12) {C&R} (18,000/22,000)

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80. AMERICAN PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY BERG .40 cal, 33 1/2” octagon barrel turned for starter with a bright very fine bore showing a little sparse mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains a healthy amount of original plum-brown finish with overall toning to gray and showing some old oxidation staining and sparse pinprick pitting. The top flat retains crisp stamped maker markings “H. BERG. / DAVENPORT IOWA.” and the lockplate is rather spartan showing some nice smoky case-hardened colors. The fancy spur triggerguard and Berg schuetzen buttplate also retain some remnants of smoky case-hardening along with some oxidation speckling and light staining. The rifle is equipped with under-rib and two ramrod thimbles, pewter nose-

cap, fancy silver wedge and lock screw escutcheons. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its original varnish with scattered light dings, handling marks and a small gap at the toe against the buttplate. There is a vacant base at the upper tang for mounting a diopter sight, the rear sight is a fine adjustable v-notch and the front is a target globe with fine bead-on-post. A simple replacement wooden ramrod is present and the lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nice rifle from the well-regarded Henry Berg of Davenport. (13B11804-15) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/3000)

81. SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #89616, 410 bore (3”), 26” plain barrel choked cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1950-vintage shotgun retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, light thinning to gray along the barrel, and a spot of old oxidation on the receiver extension. The bolt and shell carrier are bright with some pinprick pitting and gray freckling, the bolt showing a scratch about midway. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and 14groove flat bottom forend are in very good condition with light dings and handling marks scattered about, and a few small spots of flaking finish; the checkered Winchester Repeating Arms hard rubber buttplate is intact, giving an about 14” length of pull. The factory markings are largely intact and crisp, “MODEL” in the barrel address marred by an old light ding, and the receiver extension is numbered to the gun; the barrel appears undated. The shotgun is sighted with a lone brass bead. A rare Model 42 with a cylinder choke, Winchester no longer cataloguing that option after 1952. (14B11523-16) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1500/2000)

82. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #129901, 410 bore (3”), 28” Simmons ventilated rib barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore showing some stubborn wad residue about midway. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% Simmons professionally reapplied blue with light operational wear, a light handling mark or two, and remnants of fine previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish in spots. The bolt and carrier remain bright with some minor gray freckling on the carrier.

The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and extended forend are in near excellent condition with a minor handling mark or two, the checkering remaining crisp, and featuring a hard rubber gripcap and checkered black plastic Winchester Repeating Arms buttplate giving an about 13 3/4” length of pull. The Winchester barrel address is intact and clear, the ventilated rib is Simmons maker marked, the barrel is “53” dated, no Winchester “WP” proofs are visible, and the receiver extension is serialized and matching to the gun. The shotgun is sighted with a brass bead front and small white bead midrib. A very nice Skeet Grade, this particular barrel and choke combination only offered on special order after WWII. (14B11523-13) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/3000)

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83. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #100690, 410 bore (3”), 28” Winchester Special Ventilated Rib barrel choked improved cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this early 1950’s shotgun retain about 97% excellent restored blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, and the bolt and carrier remain bright. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition as bery nicely refinished with the checkered black plastic Winchester buttplate giving an about 13 7/8” length of pull. The Winchester factory markings appear crisp, very possibly having been restruck, the barrel and receiver showing offset “WP” proofs, and the receiver extension is numbered to the gun. The barrel appears undated, and according to Schwing’s “The Winchester Model 42” the choke marking should read “IMP. CYL.” instead of the “IMP-CYL” stamped on the gun. The shotgun features the first type “doughnut” base Winchester rib and is sighted with a red Bradley-style bead. A fine and handsome Model 42 in a desirable configuration. (14B11523-10) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)

84. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #100570, 410 bore (2 1/2”), 28” solid rib barrel choked skeet with a bright excellent bore showing some wad residue at the muzzle. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with light wear on high edges and contact points, some light handling marks, and scattered specks of old oxidation and pinprick pits. The bolt and carrier are bright, showing a few light pits. The checkered capped pistolgrip custom walnut stock is in excellent condition with a light ding and handling mark or two, it is nicely checkered and shows attractive grain figure; the checkered forend is in very good plus to near excellent condition with an easily missed repaired 1/4” crack on the right rear, some light handling marks, and an older nice added finish. The Winchester markings are intact and largely clear, parts of the barrel address and the choke mark lightly softened, the barrel shows a properly offset “WP” proof with corresponding proof on the receiver, the barrel is “49” dated, and the receiver extension is numbered to the gun. The shotgun is sighted with a lone brass bead. An attractive early 1950’s Model 42 for the smallbore Winchester enthusiast. (14B11523-11) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2500/3500)

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85. RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 8 F-GRADE SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #21982, 35 Remington, 22” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a little mild oxidation and frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a rather early F-Grade (also known as No. 6 or Premier Grade) made in early 1911. The rifle has seen honest use by its former owners who obviously appreciated it as both a fine work of art and a practical tool. Nevertheless, this example remains a fine showcase of Remington’s wonderful factory engravers, renowned for their bold style and meticulous detail. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 30% original blue scattered about the more protected areas with overall toning to a pleasant mix of smoky gray and mild gunmetal patina and showing some sparsely scattered thin scratches and other light handling marks from the field. The factory embellishments remain completely intact and crisp showing wonderful flowing foliate scrollwork of the finest quality throughout the action and extending into the barrel jacket shank. This is accented by very fine punch-dot background shading and popular motifs of the time abound including shell-style bordering, starbursts, crosshatching and a nice wide acanthus pattern along the jacket shank. The “SAFE” marking lies within a parchment scroll. The lovely game scenes consist of a waterside buck and doe on the left, triumphant bear over a buck on the right and profile of a bear head atop the action. The deluxe checkered straight grip Circassian walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing no signs of refinishing or cleaning, but just maintaining an honest appearance overall with signs of moderate use commensurate with the balance of the arm, the expected scattered dings and smoothing of the checkering overall. The sides of the buttstock exhibit some wonderful rich grain figure and a great deal of original varnish, the gold monogram plate along the toe line engraved with no doubt the original owner’s information “E. A. / WOODMAN / NEWPORT / ORE.” The original hard rubber buttplate is intact showing a thin 2” crack along its left edge and some dings at the toe. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman receiver sight with medium aperture disc, flip-up white diamond rear sight and Marble’s Sheard brass bead front sight. The rifle also includes a very rare original leather case with locking buckle. The case remains in about very fine condition showing some mild staining and scuffs along the exterior, the handle attachments with some small tears forming and scattered areas where the stitching has been repaired. The lid closure strap is a later replacement and there was once a monogram plate in the center of the body that has been lost to the years. The interior is green felt and was probably relined at some point but is otherwise correct with two compartments nicely fitted for the taken-down rifle. This grade of Model 8 rarely comes up for sale and is always desirable; this is a fine honest example for the Remington collector. (13F11696-2) {C&R} (6000/8000)

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86. EXCEPTIONAL FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 11 SPORTSMAN F-GRADE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN serial #S204027, 16 ga, 26” ventilated rib barrel choked cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this wonderful shotgun retain about 99% superb quality restored rust blue while the bolt and action parts remain polished bright. The embellishments remain quite crisp and completely intact, demonstrating the wonderful skill of Remington’s engravers, featuring lovely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with stippled background shading and extensive bordering. The action abounds in game scenes featuring every principal game bird, pointers right and setters left, and portrait of game dog along the bow of the guard. The grade and serial number are engraved along the bottom of the action, the lower tang also with engraved serial number and model designation along the left side barrel. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition as expertly refinished retaining strong checkering and showing a few tiny remnants of light handling marks and a couple of small tight drying cracks against the tangs that are very unobtrusive. The wood exhibits fine grain figure throughout and the correct hard rubber pistolgrip cap and un-engraved gold monogram plate are intact. The butt has been neatly fitted with a solid black rubber Pachmayr pad providing a 14 1/8” length-of-pull. The gun is sighted with a small silver mid-bead and large ivory front bead. This is a wonderful gun showcasing Remington’s masterful work. (13G11759-44) {C&R} (6000/8000)

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87. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 8 D-GRADE SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #21936, 32 Remington, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore perhaps showing a hint of subtle frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling. This is a rather early DGrade (also known as No. 3 or Peerless Grade) made in early 1911 and very close to the more ornate F-Grade also in this sale. The D-Grade was a good tasteful middle ground of finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork without punch-dot shading and with light bordering and zigzagging by Remington’s skilled factory engravers. The metal surfaces retain about 75% original blue showing some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks, the high edges and sides of the action drifting to a pleasant medium gunmetal gray patina. All embellishments remain intact and crisp and the checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the buttstock with a pair of very thin minor cracks forming at the upper tang and some small flakes at the toe. The buttstock retains a healthy amount of original lightly flaking varnish and exhibits some subtle attractive grain figure throughout. Stock fit remains very nice throughout and the proper hard rubber buttplate is intact showing some moderate smoothing. The rifle is sighted with a Marble’s receiver peep sight, Marble’s full buckhorn sporting rear and a Lyman ivory bead front that shows a tiny noticeable ding on the bead itself. The action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very nice honest example of a scarce D-Grade Model 8.

(13C11696-7) {C&R} (3000/5000)

88. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12-CS D-GRADE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #166026, 22 Remington Special (22 WRF), 24” octagon barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling. This is a scarce little Model 12 made in 1912 featuring D-Grade (also known as No. 3 or Peerless Grade) embellishments. The embellishments are a bit lighter on these smaller framed guns featuring nice quality flowing foliate scrollwork, light bordering and endearing little game scenes of a squirrel on a branch right and pair of rabbits left. The barrel and magazine tube retain perhaps 50% original blue drifting and blending with a pleasant medium gray patina, light handling marks and sparse oxidation staining. The action has mostly toned to a deep gray patina showing a little mild oxidation speckling and streaks of original blue in the protected areas. The embellishments remain mostly strong with some areas of mild softening and the checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and grooved forend remain in very good condition showing some older added varnish with some overall light abrasions and handling marks. The original hard rubber pistolgrip cap shows one small shallow chip and the original steel crescent buttplate is intact. The rifle is sighted with a Marble’s tang peep sight, simple sporting rear with modified wide v-notch and a Marble’s No. 5 ivory bead, the insert missing its left half. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of a smallbore model not often seen engraved.

(13C11696-11) {C&R} (2000/4000)

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89. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12 D-GRADE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #76376, 22 LR, 24” octagon barrel with a mostly bright about good bore showing scattered light pitting, a shallow ring about mid-bore and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a scarce Model 12 made in 1911 featuring D-Grade (also known as No. 3 or Peerless Grade) embellishments that remain quite crisp and very attractive throughout featuring nice flowing foliate scrollwork with fine line background shading, fancy bordering and endearing game scenes of squirrel holding an acorn right and two rabbits left. The barrel and magazine tube retain perhaps 60% original blue showing some scattered light oxidation speckling and toning to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina. The action has mostly toned to a medium gray patina with silvering along the high edges and there appears to be a small set of stylized initials engraved along the right rear socket above the trigger. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and grooved forend remain in very good plus condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish that has darkened from the years showing some scattered light dings, small flake on the right side near the heel and a minor drying crack forming along the comb line.

Stock fit remains very nice and the wood exhibits some nice subtle grain figure. The smooth hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact along with the steel crescent buttplate. The original simple sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive rifle for the Remington collector, and a seldom-seen engraved model. (13C11696-12) {C&R} (2500/4000)

90. A.F.W. TIMNER SYSTEM MAUSER SINGLE SHOT VOGELBUCHSE 20 bore (.61 cal), 31 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a little subtle frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. These large bore single shot rifles were intended for the “vogelbuchse” shooting discipline, firing at a large wooden eagle target atop a tall pole. The barrel retains perhaps 60% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall toning to a mild gray-brown patina and some scattered mild oxidation staining. The barrel retains nicely engraved Timner maker markings, address and royal purveyor markings. The action is a silvery gunmetal patina showing some scattered light dings and remnants of mild oxidation staining, the fancy spur triggerguard with a bit more noticeable old light pitting scattered about. The action is embellished with some light scrollwork and bordering, the bolt with period German proof marks. The checkered walnut halfstock remains in very fine condition showing a little older added finish showing some scattered light dings and a few thin drying cracks forming at the toe, which is a little shy of the buttplate. The checkering shows honest wear and the wood exhibits some nice subtle grain figure through the butt. Stock features a very subtle schnabel tip, Oberndorf side panels and slightly squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The arm is equipped with sling swivels and double set triggers and sighted with an adjustable tang sight with very wide aperture disc, tall square notch rear sight and bead front sight on ramp with protective wings. The tang sight assembly is a replacement and does not fit perfectly within the base and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of the seldom-seen vogelbuchse rifle. (13B11108-60) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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91. EXCEPTIONAL & ORNATE ENGRAVED, GOLD-WASHED & INLAID BUCHEL ORIGINAL MEISTER SCHUETZEN RIFLE 8.15x46R, 32” ribbed octagon Bohler-blitz-stahl barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful schuetzen rifle embellished with stunning relief scenes, gold wash, leaf and wire inlays and other lovely embellishments. The right side of the action depicts the famous scene of the spiritual conversion of Hubertus rendered in lovely detail showing Hubertus with sword and crossbow along with his steed beholding the mighty stag with crucifix between its horns who instructed him to seek out the bishop Lambert and essentially pursue a holy life. St. Hubertus is perhaps most famously the patron saint of hunters and often features prominently on Germanic arms, but very rarely in such a unique and stunning scene as this. The left side features an equally lively and dramatic scene of the other figure you would expect to see, Diana the Huntress with her nymphs and a stag, likely at Lake Nemi. The stippled backgrounds of the scenes show nice gold wash applique and fine wire details, the balance of the action with relief oak leaves and acorns in classic German form. The barrel retains about 94% original blue showing some mild edge wear, a few light dings and some toning to mild gray-brown patina, the muzzle with acanthus engraving. The top flat is neatly matted and grooved at the rear showing steel markings along the shank while the underside bears the usual German proofs and May 1925 proof code. The inside of the frame and underside barrel also bear an assembly number “64”. The unadorned surfaces of the action are mostly a pleasant smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina with some areas of pale brown undertones. The top behind the breechblock shows “ORIGINAL MEISTER” roundel in silver around the initials “AB”, the sides of the lever catch retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue and the horn lever panels are also very fine, the right side showing a bit of hairline crackling. The checkered walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with horn tip remain in very fine condition showing a bit of older added varnish showing a 2” hairline crack along the right side of the wrist back from where it meets the action, a couple more minor cracks at upper tang and other scattered light dings. The stock features traditional generous ramshorn left-side cheekpiece and stippled thumb rest on the right side, the inside edge of the cheekpiece neatly carved with foliate motifs. The right side of the stock shows an excellent carved eagle and chamois scene and the stocks are further enhanced by fine gold wire bordering around the checkering and gold leaf background accenting around floral carvings. The schuetzen buttplate also appears to be gold-washed and there is an 1890-dated commemorative coin set into the right swirl of the rams horn comb celebrating the tenth Deutsches Bundesschiessen held in Berlin. The sling swivels are intact and the rifle is sighted with a fine complement of fire-blued sights including fully-adjustable rear with wide aperture disc that has ten selectable aperture sizes and protected bead on matted ramp front, the left protective ear bent down slightly. The action will require a little mechanical attention as the set trigger is functional and will trip but does not fire the system. This is of little consequence as the other merits of the arm are much more important! This beautiful rifle is a stunning piece of high art in firearms worthy of any advanced fine arms collection. (13G11778-35) {C&R} (15,000/25,000)

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92. VERY FINE SYSTEM KESSLER MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY ANDREAS LANG 9.5x47R, 29” guss-stahl octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered fine pinprick pitting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a very attractive and rather ornate rifle, the barrel with strong remnants of original blue lurking about the protected areas and mostly toning to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina with scattered remnants of old oxidation staining. The barrel shank shows lovely contrasting precious metal foliate inlays of gold, rose gold and silver, nicely intertwining along with small dots and maker and steel information also inlaid in gold. The action is a mix of mild gray-brown and nice silver casehardened patina again with some scattered old oxidation staining and showing a small repair along one corner of the bottom metal ahead of the lever. The action shows wide Germanic foliate embellishments throughout and there are decorative sideplates on either side that are similarly embellished. The walnut stock features some lovely detailed foliate carving along either side of the butt and forend tip, the right side of the buttstock with the addition of a nice eagle within the scrollwork.

The stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing scattered light dings and handling marks, the left stock flat showing a few thin vertical drying cracks, and the checkering with moderate wear. Stock fit otherwise remains very nice and the wood exhibits a fine honest appearance overall.

The left side has a typical Germanic cheekpiece and the arm is equipped with steel schuetzen buttplate and sling swivels. The ramrod is an old replacement of brass and the rifle is elaborately sighted as one would expect featuring fully-adjustable tang sight with brass-covered aperture sight disc, u-notch rear and protected bead-on-post front. The lever is numbered “2680” and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A very lovely example of the classic Kessler Martini schuetzen rifle. (13D11108-69) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (4000/6000)

93. GERMAN SYSTEM ALBRECHT FALLING BLOCK TAKEDOWN SCHUETZEN RIFLE

8.15x46R, 30 3/4” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some scattered small areas of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 85% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with areas toning to mild graybrown patina under bright light and some scattered old oxidation. The top flat is neatly matted and grooved for sights, also showing “SYSTEM ALBRECHT” in silver. The action retains perhaps 80% nice original case-hardened colors that remain mostly vibrant with areas toning to gray-brown and showing some scattered mild oxidation speckling. The action is extensively embellished with wide flowing Germanic foliate motifs and punchdot shading with subtle burnishing accents, the left with renaissance rifleman and the right with a target scorer holding target. The smooth walnut forend remains in fair condition showing some moderate chips along the length of the right side and the buttstock remains in about very good plus condition showing overall light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly intact and strong and the stock features medium-sized left-side rams horn cheekpiece

and right-side thumb rest. The schuetzen buttplate shows some moderate old oxidation mixing with vibrant wisps of case-hardened colors and the rifle is equipped with sling swivels, double set triggers, fully-adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc numbered “15211” and protected ramp front sight with three selectable posts. The breechblock drops straight down on this system and it also features a takedown mechanism with lever on the underside of the forend that unlatches and lifts up the barrel to be easily removed. This is a nice example of what appears to be a fairly obscure system. (13D11108-62) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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94. FACTORY ENGRAVED SAVAGE MODEL 1899 VICTOR GRADE LEVER ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #152427, 30-30, 22” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1914 production rifle features wonderful factory “D” grade engraving which features panel scenes depicting a bison on left side and a tiger on the right. Both scenes are surrounded in wonderful relief scroll with very finely stippled background and the engraving covers the top of the chamber and extends onto each side of the belly. There is additional engraving on the forend takedown collar and the breech end of the barrel. The condition of the rifle is excellent with the barrel retaining 97% original blue and the action perhaps 95% with just light thinning accounting for the loss. The lever shows lots of vivid original color case hardened finish overall. The top of the action to rear of bolt shows original factory holes for mounting a tang sight, there are two additional, smaller holes which are neat with filler screws present.1F The pistolgrip stock and schnabel tipped forend feature “B” style flame checkering and are of beautifully figured English walnut showing rich color.

The buttstock features a period, a likely original, solid red rubber pad which fits beautifully and looks to have been in place since the beginning. The stocks rate very good plus to excellent with lots of original finish and perhaps a bit of added light finish with checkering remaining strong and stocks show the few expected handling marks. There is a finely checkered panel on top of the wrist along with finely checkered cheek panels. The rifle is sighted with a low profile blade front sight mounted in integral ramp along with a Marbles folding leaf rear sight. A very fine and honest high grade factory engraved Savage takedown rifle for the astute collector. (1F11759-2) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)

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95. GERMAN SYSTEM TANNER MODEL 1897 FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE 8.15x46R, 30 3/4” octagon barrel with swamped muzzle and a bright excellent bore.

The barrel retains about 75% original blue appearing strong under ambient light with scattered areas toning to a deep plum-brown patina under bright light and some old oxidation. There are some nice silver band inlays at the shank and the top flat is grooved for sights.

The action retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors t h ro u g h o u t the protected areas, the sides toning to a silvery case-hardened patina and the right side showing some scattered old light pitting. The top breech flat shows gun information neatly inlaid in silver and the action is embellished in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate motifs and stippled background shading, the left side with bardame and the right with gentleman in the midst of a traditional dance. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing a little older added varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock features generous left-side rams horn cheekpiece and right-side thumb rest. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels, double set triggers, fully-adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc that appears to be of more modern quality make and a windage-adjustable protected bead-on-post front sight. The set trigger will require some mechanical attention as it sets but does not release properly, the firing trigger otherwise functional. A nice example of the quality Tanner system. (13D11108-20) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

96. REMINGTON MODEL 95 TYPE I DOUBLE DERINGER

serial #333, 41 RF, 3” barrel with very good bores showing spots of oxidation and pitting throughout with crisp rifling. The metal surfaces on early production pistol retain perhaps 50% blue thinning to gray about the barrels, lever, and trigger with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and mostly a pewter gray about the frame and hammer with both showing light fine light oxidation staining with some light handling marks along the bottom of the frame. The barrel is marked “E. Remington & Sons Ilion, N.Y.” and Elliot’s Patent Dec 12 1865” along the center rib and the markings are crisp and it does not have an extractor. The smooth rosewood grips rate excellent aside from a few minor light handling marks. Barrel to frame fit shows a slight hint of play and is matching numbered to the frame. An honest example of these famed Remington deringers that has a wonderful antique look.

(10B11199-128) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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97. WONDERFUL REMINGTON MODEL 95 TYPE I DOUBLE DERINGER serial #690, 41 RF, 3” barrels with very good bores showing spots of oxidation and pitting along their lengths with crisp rifling. The nickel-plated surfaces of this early model pistol without extractor rate very good plus with spots of clouding, light flaking and specks of scattered fine oxidation staining. The hammer retains vibrant casehardened color and the lever and trigger show varying amounts of fire blue with wear along the contact and high edges. The smooth rosewood grips rate excellent aside from a couple minor handling marks and the barrel is marked “E. Remington & Sons Ilion, N.Y.” and “Elliot’s Patent Dec 12 1865” along the center rib and is matching numbered to the frame. Barrel to frame fit remains solid and this handsome pistol remains in a fine state of condition. (10B11199-125) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

98. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #160, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near-excellent bores showing very light pitting near the muzzles with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this deringer retain 98% original nickel finish, showing light handling marks with scattered light areas of bubbling and light oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss. The lever, hammer, trigger, and ejector retain generous original blue throughout showing light handling wear and a few flecks of oxidation staining. The checkered black hard rubber grips remain excellent showing minimal handling wear.

The deringer appears to lock up tightly and function as it should and included is the original two-piece maroon cardboard box which remains in excellent overall condition showing only light edge and corner wear. A lovely and high-condition deringer made sweeter by the inclusion of the original box. (26A10826182) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

99. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #150, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near-excellent bores showing minor frosting and oxidation staining with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Type II deringer retain 98% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling and high edge wear with minimal clouding throughout. The blued components have toned largely to a gunmetal patina with generous fire blue remaining visible on the sides of the hammer and the protected areas of the extractor. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent overall condition showing only some mild softening at the high points. The gun locks up tightly and appears to function well mechanically. A nice Model 95. (26A10826-171) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

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100. EXTREMELY RARE DOCUMENTED NEW MEXICO SHIPPED FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #123494, 45 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with a good plus bore showing wear and scattered light pitting but rifling is quite strong throughout.

This revolver is one of only 89 factory engraved revolvers produced in 1887 and one of only 11 that were assembled and shipped with carved ivory grips. Adding to this already rare and desirable revolver is the fact that it was part of a 2-gun shipment to E.J. Post and Company in Albuquerque. The engraving on the revolver is in quite full coverage with unusual 1/4 fan designs on each side of the frame and with barrel engraving extending to the front sight. The revolver shows intertwined zigzag patterns along the backstrap and ejector rod housing. The left side of the recoil shield along with the loading gate show sunburst motifs as does the top of the backstrap. The triggerguard shows no engraving and appears to be a period replacement with serial number engraved to match. The natural patina on the triggerguard matches the balance of the revolver perfectly and it appears period in all respects. The metal surfaces of the revolver show a rich gray brown patina with engraving remaining quite strong and with the two-line barrel address full legible.

The barrel address is bordered in Nimschke style intertwined double line border with punch dot accents. There are traces of dull original nickel plated finish in protected areas such as the spine of the hammer and bottom surface of the ejector rod housing. The triggerguard shows a bit more of the same dull nickel plated finish with exposed areas bearing a rich, natural brown patina. The two-piece ivory grips are relief carved on the right side with a steer head motif which shows light wear and has a wonderful appearance. The grips show age cracks on the butt and show a lovely yellow patina with a tiny chip at the toe of the right grip. The gun includes two factory letters dated January 1983 and December 2014 both confirming the configuration, engraving, carved ivory grips and shipment to E.J. Post on September 9, 1887. Guns shipped to the southwest in the late 19th century typically show hard use, this revolver was clearly well-carried but also well-cared-for showing honest wear from its days in the often-dangerous New Mexico Territory. While examining this wonderful Single Action revolver you can't help but find yourself wondering what stories it could tell. A fabulous, very honest and extremely rare relic of the American Southwest.

(1E11523-118) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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101. INTERESTING COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER ETCHED PANEL REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIP & 1860 BACKSTRAP serial #52921, 44-40, 7 1/2” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing scattered areas of light oxidation and pitting with generally strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this interesting 1879-made revolver retain about 90-92% of a very old antique reapplied nickel finish that shows some scattered flaked areas and old oxidation throughout the high edges toning to dark gray-brown patina and some other scattered light handling marks, the nickel taking on an honest slightly clouded appearance under bright light. The Hartford barrel address shows only some very mild softening remaining completely legible while the three-line patent dates on the left-side of the frame are crisp and the left-side of the triggerguard shows strong “44 CF” caliber marking. When inspected at the right angle and in the right light, the left side of the barrel still retains a visible etched “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” panel. The backstrap of this revolver is from a Model 1860 Army serial #18749 and has toned to a pleasant ocher patina. The backstrap is also factory engraved showing attractive bordering and detailed foliate scrollwork with “E” stamped below the serial number. Finally, the revolver wears a wonderful antique ivory grip that remains in very fine condition showing a fine patina and attractive age checks and crackling along the bases. The left side is carved with a very handsome Federal Eagle motif that shows slight edge wear and “E PLURIBUS UNUM”. The grip and backstrap actually fit quite well and complement the revolver very nicely. The grip is un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The topstrap sight groove has been deepened and the action will require mechanical attention as the trigger/bolt spring is broken and the hammer notches are worn. A very attractive revolver with fine character and “frontier modification” for the advanced Colt collector. (13D11562-1) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

102. RARE U.S. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL AMERICAN OIL HOLE REVOLVER

serial #1475, 44 S&W American, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some areas of light oxidation and minor pitting with mostly crisp rifling throughout. This is one of 800 blue-finished examples purchased circa 1871 by the U.S. Army for testing. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a medium gunmetal gray patina showing evidence of an old light cleaning with some remnants of old light dings and pinprick pits that are partially smoothed-over. The protected areas of the barrel rib and cylinder flutes retain a healthy amount of original bright blue, the triggerguard with an old arsenal-quality blued finish, and the hammer retaining fine vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The latch and frame lugs show a few old dings or tool marks that are relatively unobtrusive and the proper markings remain intact and strong showing single line address and “US” on barrel rib and small inspector initials on the major components. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition showing some scattered old dings and the left panel with a neatly-repaired length-wise crack. The inside of the right panel appears to be stamp-numbered “1872” and the exterior of the left retains a softened but good inspector cartouche. The remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “U2”. The included factory letter indicates the revolver was sold some time around March 16, 1871 and delivered to the U.S. Government, Springfield Armory as one of the 800 blued finish revolvers (along with the 200 nickel-finished guns). A very respectable example of these desirable US revolvers for the Smith & Wesson or martial collector. (13C11556-6) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

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103. EARLY & DESIRABLE COLT MODEL 1860 FLUTED ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER

serial #1296, .44 cal, 7 1/2” round barrel with an about good to fine bore showing moderate old oxidation and light pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This rare first year production revolver is equipped with the early 7 1/2” round barrel and remains an attractive honest piece. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mix of medium gunmetal gray and mild gray-brown patina showing some evidence of an old cleaning mostly along the barrel with remnants of partially smoothed-over light pitting and oxidation staining here and there.

The single line Hartford address remains surprisingly crisp but the stamps and lettering look totally correct upon close inspection, the patent date within the cylinder flute also very strong. The serial numbers are strong as well while the “COLTS PATENT” on the left side of the frame is rather softened but legible. The frame is expectedly cut for shoulder stock, the backstrap is iron and the triggerguard retains about 80% nice original silver finish that has taken on a fine deep gray tarnish with high edge wear to goldenrod patina and some scattered light dings. The smooth walnut grip remains in very good condition as cleaned long ago and showing remnants of older added finish with some scattered dings and edges a little bit shy of the metal. The grip backstrap inlet is ink-numbered matching the frame. The wedge screw is a replacement and the wedge itself mismatched but numbered to another early gun “1159”. The cylinder is un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is a fine example with more desirable early shorter barrel. (13D11556-1) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

104. SUPERB RESTORED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER ETCHED PANEL REVOLVER SHIPPED TO MANZANARES & CO.

serial #105307, 44-40, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a little subtle oxidation speckling or slight frosting and otherwise crisp rifling throughout, the barrel likely a proper factory replacement showing correct black powder-style rifling. This 1887-made revolver has undergone a masterful restoration retaining about 97-98% excellent quality bright blue and vibrant case-hardened colors, the only noticeable loss due to a few light handling marks along the top of the barrel and bow of the triggerguard. The trigger and screw heads show lovely fire blue and the etched “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” panel along the left side of the barrel has been wonderfully restored as well. The Hartford address remains strong and the three line patent dates along the frame are very fine, probably refreshed during the restoration. The left side of the triggerguard shows “44 CAL” marking and the matching serial number along the frame, triggerguard and backstrap are the original factory serial numbers showing some mild softening along their edges from the restoration. The smooth walnut grip rates excellent and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped blued with 7 1/2” barrel in 44-40 on April 1, 1887 to Manzanares & Co. of Las Vegas, New Mexico Territory in a 25-gun shipment. This is a beautifully restored Frontier Six Shooter for the Colt or Western arms collector, shipped to one of the best known and important purveyors in the territory. (13D11523114) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)

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105. EXTREMELY FINE 19TH CENTURY TOOLED LEATHER HOLSTER BY HENRY NORDHAUS OF DEMING, NEW MEXICO This holster is of the "jockstrap" style and is tooled in a repetitive "X" pattern similar to what we would refer to as basketweave. The holster is marked on its body with an oval stamp reading "HENRY NORDHAUS / MAKER / DEMING. NM". The large loop is also marked, reading the same, but in a more rectangular border. Both markings remain crisp and fully legible. The original hammer thong remains intact and exhibits the same crosshatch pattern as the holster. The holster retains excellent shape and all of the iron rivets remain intact. There is one area about 1/4" x 1/2" where the surface of the leather has been neatly removed just above the maker marking - this was likely to remove the caliber marking often seen in this area of the holster - this alteration does not affect any of the markings or tooling. The holster fits a 4 3/4" Colt Single Action Army revolver and is paired with a period leather money belt with cartridge loops. The belt matches the holster in age and condition and has a replacement adjustment strap which is marked "R.T. FRAZIER / PUEBLO. COLO". About a dozen of the cartridge loops have been removed closest to the adjustment strap to accommodate the holster and the strap matches nicely in color. Henry Nordhaus began making holsters in San Antonio before moving his operation to Deming, New Mexico in 1887.

Deming is about 60 miles west of Las Cruces and 30 miles north of the Mexico border. Original Nordhaus holsters are highly sought after by Western Frontier collectors and this an extremely fine example. (1C11523133) [Jim Thrash Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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106. UNMARKED GERMAN LADY’S OR CHILD’S FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK STALKING RIFLE .44 cal, 20” octagon barrel with slightly swamped muzzle and an about good bore showing some moderate oxidation in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This endearing little rifle is an old reconversion to flint and the metal surfaces are mostly a deep plum-brown patina showing old oxidation and the barrel with what appears to be a very old blackened finish. The lock is rather simple and shows some gaps around the stock inletting, equipped with a bridled frizzen and the screws with some slot wear. The walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a repaired break through the wrist that was welldone, scattered thin drying cracks and other old dings. There are nice little foliate carvings atop the wrist and around the squared-off left-side cheekpiece and the stock features an attractive bone nosecap with decorative grooves, sliding patch cover on the right side, mother-of-pearl inlays

along the cheekpiece that show some light flaking but are mostly intact. The remaining fittings are of brass consisting of: two ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with foliate finial, buttplate with foliate heel finial and pierced foliate toe plate, decorative foliate lock screw escutcheons and a heart-shaped plate atop the wrist. What is likely the original bone-tipped ramrod is present, there is a filled hole along the toe line and only a wide front sling swivel. The rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch rear sight and brass blade front and the lock is not very crisp but functional. A nice diminutive jaeger or stalking rifle. (13B1180428) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1500/2000)

107. NICE GERMAN LADY’S OR CHILD’S PERCUSSION FOWLER

BY J.A. KUCHENREUTER 26 bore (.56 cal), 28 1/4” part round part octagon barrel with turned medials at point of transition and a bright very fine bore showing some scattered light oxidation and fine scratch rifling. This is an attractive and diminutive little halfstock fowler, the barrel retaining about 85% original plumbrown finish that shows some scattered light flaking and handling marks. The breech plug and tang show generous case-hardened colors with makers name “IOHANN ADAM / KUCHENREUTER” deeply impressed and the nipple bolster has a raised thin deflector and platinum blowout plug. The lockplate also retains fine case-hardened colors drifting to a nice silvery patina again showing maker’s name impressed and embellished with light foliate borders. The arm is equipped with dual ramrod thimbles and a blued tailpipe, the barrel wedge escutcheons are of silver and there is also a silver shield with falcon atop the wrist and a silver plate on the left stock flat engraved with a “1”. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very fine condition retaining generous original varnish and showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and a couple thin cracks at the nose. There are a few old nicely executed period repairs to a chip at the toe and point of comb. The stock shows nice figure and some carved foliate motifs atop the wrist and along the back edge of the squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The stock “hardware” is rather interesting, appearing to be a darker contrasting rosewood consisting of the triggerguard (a small portion at the rear of which has been lost to the years) and fancy inlays behind the tailpipe, on the left flat and at the heel. The arm is equipped with wide European swivels, the front sight bead has been lost to the years and what appears to be the original silver-tipped ramrod with worm end is present. The lock seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer. A fine little fowler from this respected Bavarian maker. (13C11804-11) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/2500)

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108. INTERESTING BRITISH BROOKS PATENT FOUR-BARREL SWIVEL BREECH BUCK & BALL GUN BY WOOD & SONS 16 bore & .60 cal, 27 3/4” damascus barrels with partially bright about good bores showing scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation, the rifle barrels with otherwise strong rifling and one shotgun bore slightly out-of-round at the muzzle. This large four-barrel combination gun features a 180degree rotating barrel cluster with shotgun barrels right and rifle barrels left. The barrels have mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina with strong remnants of contrasting plum-brown damascus twist patterns throughout along with some scattered light handling marks. The barrels show Birmingham proof marks and are equipped with a single set of dual thimbles holding a robust brass-tipped hickory ramrod. The breech plugs actually retain generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout with just a little mild oxidation staining, the boxlock-style action similarly with fine original case-hardened colors throughout mixing with smoky gray patina and the triggerguard mostly flaked to gray-brown with some streaks of original bright blue present. The action is embellished with some attractive flowing foliate scrollwork and light bordering throughout, the hammers with dolphin heads and top surface and tang neatly engraved with “WOOD & SONS / St. JAMES St. / LONDON” and “BROOKS PATENT 2081”. The checkered walnut buttstock remains in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a synthetic crossbolt repair to a thin crack through the wrist and some remnants of light handling marks.

The original checkering with mullered borders remains mostly intact showing moderate softening and the stock features a smooth steel shotgun-style buttplate and German silver monogram plate atop the wrist that is engraved with what appears to be a pair of northern Indian numerals. The hammers are a little loose and the locks are equipped with sliding safeties, the left safety also a bit loose and it sometimes interferes with the hammer though the locks generally seem to function well mechanically and the barrels rotate stiffly. This is a very interesting gun that appears to have seen some time in India, not surprising given its imposing configuration, that would make an excellent addition to any fine antique arms or curiosa collection. (13D11804-3) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (4000/6000)

109. ATTRACTIVE AUSTRIAN REVERSE LOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY JOHANN SPRINGER .36 cal, 30 5/8” part octagon part hexadecagonal steel barrel turned for starter with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle shows remnant streaks of original blue mostly toning to a medium gray-brown patina with some overall light oxidation staining and evident of a light cleaning. The top flat shows “J. SPRINGER IN WIEN” neatly inlaid in gold along with “STAHL” and a gold band at the breech. The breech plug, tang and lockplate are mostly a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina featuring wide Germanic foliate motif embellishments in full coverage and maker’s name in riband along the plate. The reverse lock features a generous cap splash shield and swirling deflector. The fancy finger groove spur triggerguard and heavy buttplate are a similar patina as the lock showing a bit of old oxidation staining and more wide foliate motifs. The smooth walnut halfstock remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and thin cracks on either side through the barrel wedge escutcheon, those on the left rather lengthy measuring about 7” and 5” but appear to have been partially repaired long ago. The stock otherwise maintains an honest appearance and features a stippled right-side thumb rest and rounded left-side cheekpiece with decorative ridge extending to the back end of the stock. The rifle is sighted with an adjustable tang peep sight, fine v-notch rear and bead-on-post in target globe front. Interestingly, the arm is equipped with a small

grip safety button on the right side of the forend just behind the wedge escutcheon which remains functional and the lock also seems to function normally, featuring rear curved set trigger, fine hair firing trigger and finger stop post. The original false muzzle is included. This is a quality rifle from the well-respected Springer firm and something a bit more unusual for the schuetzen rifle collector. (13D11804-16) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (3000/5000)

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110. FABULOUS PERIOD CUSTOM MARLIN BALLARD POPE MUZZLE LOADING TARGET RIFLE serial #31789, 32-40, 30" No. 4 weight (Hartford Pope #178) octagon barrel. This rifle is built on an original Ballard 6 1/2 faceted action with very nicely executed game scenes on both sides surrounded in scroll and geometric border motif. The barrel is a Winchester barrel which is marked "RIFLED BY H.M. POPE HARTFORD, CONN" and bears his number and code "178" and "18/1.24". The rifle is stocked with a wonderful French walnut pistolgrip stock with extra drop, no cheekpiece and a custom nickel plated and checkered Schuetzen buttplate. The rifle features a Ballard No. 6 lever and a beautifully crafted set of period custom double set triggers. The forend is a factory Ballard forend with horn insert at tip which has been custom fit to this barrel and is equipped with a Pope palm rest. The barrel is machined for Pope scope mounts which hold a Lyman Field 438 telescopic sight, the rear dovetail is filled with an interesting round disc topped blank, a globe target front sight is present along with a Pope adjustable tang mounted peepsight. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel retaining about 95% evenly thinning original blue finish with silvering along the high edges. The action retains 85% original color case hardened finish which has softened slightly but has a wonderful appearance. All engraving and markings remain sharp and crisp. The stocks rate excellent retaining 95% original finish with one short and stable crack where stock meets action. The rifle is complete with its original false muzzle which is properly numbered to the barrel. The rifle comes with a leather luggage style shooters kit consisting of a Hartford Pope duplex powder measure, a double cavity Pope mould, brass starter numbered to the barrel, a Pope re-decapper, a Pope grease pump, wad punch, breech seater, oiler, primers, cast bullets, cases and a letter in a 1967 postmarked envelope addressed to Ron Wozny stating that this rifle #178 came from the Frank Sargent collection.

The letter goes on to talk about some other guns and is signed "Schappert"; the envelope was postmarked in Des Moines, IA and shows no return address. The leather case housing the accessories was purchased in Seattle by Bob Carow who sold it to Gary Quinlan who put it together with the tools for this rifle. This rifle is fully illustrated and discussed on pages 178 and 179 of Warren Greatbatch's H.M. Pope, Hartford Volume I. In the book he states that this rifle was originally built for Professor Farr of Harvard University probably in 1898. This rifle has been part of some of the finest American Single Shot Rifle collections including those of Ron Wozny, Gary Quinlan, Warren Greatbatch and of course Dr. Robert Davis. An extremely fine and very attractive period custom Ballard-Pope muzzle loading target rifle. (1F11511-26) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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111. VERY FINE CALIFORNIA

WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL SCHUETZEN RIFLE

32-40, 32” matted part round part octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little fine oxidation or frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout.

While unmarked as to the maker, this rifle bears a myriad of features popular in the California schuetzen scene of the time and was very likely assembled by O. A. Bremer of San Francisco.

The barrel retains about 95% older reapplied polished blue showing some areas toning to mild gray-brown and some small spots of fine oxidation staining or pinprick pits, mostly unobtrusive and visible under bright light. The barrel weight stamp has been lost to the refinishing but it appears to be a No. 4, and the top was neatly matted, likely in California with fine square matting. The action and fancy spur lever retain about 95% fine quality older restored case-hardened colors with some areas taking on a pleasant silvery tone and showing a little sparse gray speckling, the colors along the lever are particularly attractive and vibrant. The lower tang no longer bears any number. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony insert tip are in classic California form featuring long thin diamond checkering, pointed leaf-shaped shadowline cheekpiece on the left side and high point of comb that drops off rather abruptly. The stocks rate about very fine with strong original varnish and some scattered light dings and handling mark, the forend with a thin 1 1/2” flexing crack at the right edge tip and the buttstock with a partially repaired small flake and 1/2” u-shaped crack left of the upper tang. The buttstock shows some nice grain figure throughout, the base of the pistolgrip is stamped in serifed font “A L” and the schuetzen buttplate retains about 94% original nickel finish. There is palm rest hardware installed on the underside of the forend (the rest itself not present) and the rear sight dovetail is blanked. The rifle is sighted with a mid-range Vernier tang sight and windgauge target globe front with dried-out spirit level missing one of its end caps; the front sight insert is a medium aperture. The double set triggers have also been modified to be single acting and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely West Coast High Wall schuetzen rifle. (13D11004-9) {C&R} (4000/6000)

112. VERY FINE SHARPS BORCHARDT MODEL 1878 SHORT RANGE RIFLE

serial #17281, 40 1 7/8” (40-50), 26” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely rifle retains about 97% original blue showing a few scattered light handling marks, a couple errant freckles and slight fading under bright light retaining strong Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport address marking and the familiar “Old Reliable”. The barrel is matching the frame and shows three cursive “L” stamps on its underside beneath the forend. The action retains about 90% fine original case-hardened colors drifting to an attractive smooth smoky gray with vibrant colors throughout. There are a few tiny spots of minor oxidation staining atop the receiver ring and right edge that a very unobtrusive and the small parts show lovely brilliant fire blue throughout. The left side retains crisp factory markings. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with subtle schnabel tip remain in very fine condition retaining strong original varnish and showing some scattered light dings and a tiny, repaired flake at the heel. The stocks retain nice checkering and edges, with fine fit and some subtle grain figure. The original hard rubber pistolgrip cap and monogram buttplate are intact in near excellent condition. The Vernier tang sight stem and aperture disc are unmarked more modern quality replacements, the base itself original, the rear

sight is the original Lawrence sight and the front is a target globe with medium square post insert. The action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely example of these handsome and desirable Sharps sporting rifles.

(13D11135-6) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

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113. CUSTOM SHARPS BORCHARDT MODEL 1878 LONG RANGE SPORTING

RIFLE

serial #A11, 45 2 4/10 (45-90), 34” heavy round barrel with a bright excellent bore. Built on a modern action, this is a very fine custom rifle in classic form. The barrel retains about 99% original deep plum-brown finish showing just a few scattered light handling marks and with Sharps Rifle Co. address and “Old Reliable” moniker in the style of the originals. The action retains about 96% nice casehardened colors showing a few thin scratches along the top of the breechblock and some drifting to a smoky gray along the exterior of the lever. The screw heads show a little mild slot wear and otherwise retain generous fire blue. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in excellent condition showing just a few sparse tiny dings and light handling marks. The checkering remains crisp and the wood exhibits some lovely fiddleback grain figure throughout. The steel pistolgrip cap with raised diamond center shows nice case-hardened colors while the checkered steel buttplate retains about 95% rust blue. There is no rear seat on the barrel and the rifle is sighted with a very nice fine windage-adjustable Vernier-style tang sight with nine different selectable aperture sizes and a windgauge target globe front sight with medium aperture insert. (13C11108-138) {MODERN} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/4000)

114. SECOND YEAR PRODUCTION WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #4410, 32-40, 26” octagon barrel with a bright very good bore showing some scattered specks of oxidation and pinprick to perhaps light pits, but still with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1895-made rifle have toned to a light brown patina with strong remnants of original blue in the protected areas, a few specks of old oxidation, and some light dings and handling marks; the lever has similarly toned to a mixed brown and silvery case-hardened patina, still showing some attractive case color in the protected areas.

The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a few light dings and some scattered handling marks, the forend cap and curved steel buttplate toned to a lightly oxidized brown patina. The top barrel flat simply reads “—MANUFACTURED BY THE— / —WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. —” with the caliber marking against the receiver, both clear if lightly softened, the serial number remains strong, and the tang markings are concealed beneath the aperture sight. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman combination front sight, semi-buckhorn sporting-style rear sight, and the aforementioned tang-mounted aperture rear sight; a few of the screws show very light slot wear. A truly early Model 1894 rifle in a solid state of preservation, fitting well into any Winchester collection. (14B11669-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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115. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 TRAPPER CARBINE

serial #894588, 32-40, 15" barrel with an excellent bore. This carbine is ATF exempted by serial number and appears on the curios and relics list as being removed from the provisions of the NFA and classified as a curio & relic. The carbine remains in nice honest condition with the barrel and magazine retaining about 50% original blue finish blending with a pleasing smooth brown patina overall. The action shows a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with finish flaked in some areas and worn in others. The action shows some scattered patches of light pitting on the right side of the action likely from a right handed person carrying the gun by the action.

Most screwheads remain untouched and the carbine has a very honest appearance. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good retaining lots of original finish with some bruises and handling marks we would expect to see on a working gun like this.

The gun is equipped with original Winchester carbine sights. A very solid and very honest 94 Trapper carbine for the Winchester collector. (1D11716-12) {C&R} (7000/9000)

116. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 TRAPPER CARBINE

serial #851418, 38 WCF, 16" barrel with a full magazine and a very good bright bore that shows just a couple small patches of pitting. This is a very fine example of the 16" saddle ring carbine. The barrel and magazine retain about 30% evenly thinning original blue overall which is blended with a pleasing smooth brown patina.

The action has flaked to an even gunmetal gray-brown patina. The gumwood stocks rate very good plus with 90% plus original finish with just the expected light handling marks and some very fine crazing in the finish only adding to the very honest nature of the carbine. The gun is equipped with standard carbine sights. The carbine features the shorter than standard forend to accommodate the 16" barrel and all markings are spaced properly so they are unencumbered by the barrel band location.

This is a completely honest Trapper cabine for the advanced saddle gun collector. (1C11523-42) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)

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117. RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 TRAPPER CARBINE

serial #387274B, 44 WCF, 16" barrel with full magazine and an oxidized bore that shows rifling its entire length. While all Trapper carbines are rare, within the 1873 model, they are exceedingly rare. The carbine is accompanied by a factory letter which confirms that this carbine left the factory as a 16" gun in June of 1891. To put the rarity into perspective, between 1873 and 1919 Winchester manufactured 720,609 model 1873s, of those, only 450 were short carbines. This example has a great frontier look and feel. The metal surfaces bear a deep brown patina with some silvering along the high edges and with scattered pitting. The metal edges show some wear being softened somewhat. The plain walnut buttstock and forend show considerable wear with the action tangs remaining proud of the wood, the buttplate is the same while the forend matches in color and surface but it is not shy of the metal like the buttstock. This gun has lots of character; it is well-used and very honest. A great find for the western frontier collector.

(1D11523-26) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)

118. FINE & RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 FIRST MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #3019, 38-55, 26” round barrel with full magazine and a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light pitting scattered about the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This extremely desirable early rifle features the distinctive “10 o’clock” screw near the loading gate on the right side of the frame. This rifle also remains in very nice condition, the barrel and magazine tube retaining about 92% original blue showing some even thinning to mild graybrown patina under bright light, some sparsely scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. The action retains perhaps 65% original bright blue with a moderately flaked areas on either side toning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina along with a bit of sparse old oxidation speckling. The nosecap is a relatively even mix of bright blue and graybrown patina while the bolt retains about 95% nice rich bright blue. The hammer retains lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the lever retains fine colors mixing with smoky casehardened patina and a bit of light surface oxidation, the crescent steel buttplate also a mild smoky gray case-hardened patina. The extractor and loading gate both retain much of their brilliant fire blue and all proper markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition, perhaps near excellent, the buttstock retaining perhaps 90% original finish with some scattered light

dings and handling marks. Stock fit is excellent and the wood actually exhibits some rather attractive subtle grain figure throughout. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and small German silver blade front sight. This is a lovely honest rifle for the advanced Winchester collector, retaining very fine original finish. (13D11669-4) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

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serial #57594V69, 20 Ga., 28 Ga., .410 bore, 28” hand-matted, file-cut ventilated rib barrels, all choked skeet, all with bright excellent to as-new bores, each with dual ivory beads. This is a stunning Midas grade skeet set that appears very much asnew showing perhaps light evidence of careful use. The barrels and frame all retain 99% plus original blue with the gold inlaid engraved game scenes all brilliant and crisp, the trigger and pins with all of their original gold plate. The engraving signed

by Jacques Lodewyc on both the left and right flats, whose attention to detail is second to none and in this writer’s opinion rivals that of any of the other great FN masters. The flat knob checkered pistolgrip French walnut buttstock rates excellent to as-new with a crisp wrap-around checkering pattern, a lovely fiddleback figure from the head of the stock through the point of comb, the rear of the stock with some nice feathercrotch and fiddleback; it features appropriate factory dimensions and Browning ventilated pad. Each of the three rounded field-style forends is identical with stunning grain and appearing also asnew with perhaps a minute rack mark one must really search for. All three sets of barrels lockup perfectly with the top lever still right of center and the arm functions properly mechanically.

This lovely skeet set rides in a Browning luggage case which rates excellent and includes the original instruction booklet, warranty card in gold lifetime guarantee hanging plastic sleeve with the interior Superposed guarantee numbered to this gun along with the plastic superposed guarantee you’d receive upon registering your shotgun with Browning, named to a C.S. Raymer of Grand Rapids Michigan. Clifford “Sam” Raymer was one of the principals of the C.S. Raymer well drilling company, which exists to this day just outside of Grand Rapids. Testing reveals no evidence of salt wood and one of the mid rib beads has gone missing. The included factory letter verifies the configuration with one error, mentioning the gun shipped with full beavertail forearms, clearly an error as we often find, as these field style forearms are original to the gun in every respect. It shipped to Jaqua’s in Findlay Ohio in March 1971, clearly sitting around the warehouse for a bit. A handsome, little-used, more likely as-new, 1969 small bore Midas skeet that is truly investment grade. (11739-8) {C&R} (15,000/20,000)

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120. BELGIAN BROWNING SUPERPOSED EXHIBITION DOUBLE SIGNED TWOBARREL SET serial #90708S8. 12 ga., 28" barrels choked modified and full and 26" barrels choked skeet and skeet all with bright excellent bores. The barrels are marked "I" and "II" in gold at breech ends of their Broadway ribs. This shotgun is a 1969 production gun and was embellished in gold inlay only with the balance of the metal showing plain blue surfaces. This extremely classy and handsome treatment was performed by FN engraver Rene DeWil and bears his signature on each side of the action. The left side of the action shows a pair of fighting cocks in a marshy and mountainous background surrounded by wonderful gold inlaid scroll. The bottom of the action shows four quail in flight at different distances along with a single duck taking flight just ahead of the triggerguard. The right side shows two ducks in a marshy background surrounded in the same tasteful gold inlaid scroll. The top lever shows fancy scroll with a single quail in flight and the triggerguard shows a gold pheasant taking flight with the same fancy gold scroll motif. In addition to the superb gold inlay work the stocks are carved in relief to rear of cheeks with the checkering being bordered in a relief carved geometric pattern. The butt is skip line checkered while th base of the pistol grip shows more relief carved floral decoration.

Both forends show relief carved floral decoration at bottom of forward section and at the tip of the forend metal, both checkered panels are bordered in the same relief carved pattern as the wrist. The condition of the shotgun is wonderful with the metal surfaces retaining 98% plus rich original blue and with the gold work remaining crisp and well-detailed with no discernable wear. The highly figured walnut stocks rate excellent with 98% original finish remaining and with just a little light crazing visible in some areas but it is not obtrusive. The guns shows no evidence of salt wood, all metal surfaces are clean and show none of the typical oxidation and the wood was further tested with 1% silver nitrate and did not react. The shotgun comes in a Browning luggage case with applied labels which read "Arthur Pomerantz" "New Rochelle N.Y." and "EXHIBITION". The toeline of stock has a gold inlaid monogram plate which is engraved "ADP". An extremely attractive, rare and very high grade Browning Superposed Skeet and Field set for the advanced Browning or Sporting Arms collector. (1F-11778-28) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)

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121. ATTRACTIVE EARLY THREE-DIGIT WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #703, 32-40, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very fine bore showing a little pinprick pitting in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this first year production rifle retain about 85% original blue appearing strong under ambient light with toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina and scattered mild pinprick pitting and oxidation speckling along the high edges. The action retains about 65% original bright blue with some flaking to mild gray-brown patina and scattered spots of light oxidation and fine pinprick pitting. The nosecap retains about 60% original blue while the bolt retains about 98% rich original bright blue. The hammer and sides of the lever retain lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with some drifting to pleasant smoky gray patina, the sides of the lever actually retaining some strong protective lacquer. The crescent steel buttplate is a smoky gray case-hardened patina while the extractor retains some good flashes of fire blue and the loading gate shows lovely brilliant fire blue along the edges. All proper markings remain intact and strong and the plain walnut stocks remain in very fine condition as neatly refinished showing some scattered light dings and minor handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman tang peep sight, flattop sporting rear and a rather scarce Lyman No. 7 windage adjustable combination front sight. This is a very nice example of a desirable early rifle retaining some fine original condition.

(13C11669-8) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

122. VERY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #26596, 20 ga., 28” solid matted rib barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this lovely double retain 98% original blue with some scattered tiny specks of fine oxidation staining along the barrels and rib. The checkered deluxe walnut pistolgrip buttstock and beavertail forend rate excellent with a couple of light handling marks hardly worth mention and shows a 14” length of pull to its original hard rubber buttplate and has drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The shotgun features a single silver bead front sight, single selective trigger, automatic safety and robust ejectors.

Included with this fine 1951 manufactured double is a factory letter and final inspection report.

(10B11523-75) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)

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123. BERETTA MODEL 687 EELL DIAMOND PIGEON OVER UNDER SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET serial #P23827B, 20 ga., / 28 ga., 28” ventilated rib Mobilchoke barrels with bright excellent bores. The 20 ga, barrels retain about 98% original blue with a gold inlaid “1” at the breech with a few light handling marks and the 28 ga. barrels retain a similar amount of blue with gold inlaid “2” at the breech. The hand-engraved frame and sideplates retain a bright original coin finish and are embellished with foliate scroll and game scenes including pheasants on the left side and woodcocks on the right side and the triggerguard, checkered lever and attaching iron all are adorned with foliate scroll; the frame is signed by master engraver Bottega C. Giovanelli. The trigger retains 98% gold finish with some minor silvering along its top edge.

The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend rate excellent with a few light handling marks with an un-engraved silver monogram plate that shows moderate tarnish and both the stock and forends have lovely grain figure with a length of pull of 14 1/2” to the factory pad. The shotgun is sighted with a single silver bead and features a single selective trigger, mechanical hammers, automatic safety, and robust ejectors. Included are a factory hardcase, manual, four snap caps, multi tool, choke wrench, and the following Mobilchoke tubes, four 20 ga., (1) improved cylinder, (1) modified, (1) full, (1) skeet, and four 28 ga., (1) improved modified, (1) modified, (1) improved cylinder, (1) skeet. A handsome two-barrel set from one of the world’s premier gun makers. (10B11690-32) {MODERN} (6000/8000)

124. BROWNING SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING GRADE I OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #2063V72, 20 ga., 26” ventilated rib barrels choked skeet and skeet with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this Belgian made shotgun retain perhaps 9798% original blue with light handling marks, spots of high edge and takedown wear. The receiver is adorned with grade I engraving and the trigger retains 98% gold finish with some light wear along its top edge. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend rate very good plus with scattered light handling marks with a length of pull of 14 1/4” to the hard plastic factory buttplate. This 1972-dated shotgun is sighted with a single silver bead and feature; a single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, ejectors and mechanical hammers. Included are a factory luggage case, snap caps, manual, and cleaning kit. A nice small-bore Browning that locks up tight and shows no evidence of salt wood. (10A11690-31) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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125. EXCELLENT & EXTREMELY EARLY TWO-DIGIT SWISS MODEL 1900 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM WITH TOGGLE MONOGRAM & UNRELIEVED FRAME serial #59, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This exceptionally early pistol represents the first batch of officially adopted Luger pistols by any military, with the adoption by the Swiss in 1900, and is therefore in fact the 59th standard serial production Luger service pistol made. Of even further significance is the fact that this pistol bears the DWM monogram along the middle toggle piece. It is estimated by Vittoria Bobba in his book “Parabellum” on page 73 that the DWM monogram began showing up around pistol number 60, this being number 59 very well indicates it is the first Swiss 1900 to bear the DWM monogram. This pistol bears all proper early features, most importantly and desirably, the unrelieved frame for use with the early flat button magazines. The pistol remains in lovely condition retaining about 94-95% original blue showing a little mild high edge wear, a couple minor freckles and some toning to gray along the toe of the frontstrap. The markings remain intact and strong showing nice Swiss cross in starburst atop the chamber, the aforementioned DWM monogram on middle toggle piece and small Swiss cross ordnance inspector marks on the primary components, properly struck over the finish. The left side of the receiver also bears a “P61” stamp indicating Swiss privatization in 1961 and the fine v-notch rear sight was never modified into the u-shape as the Swiss sometimes did. The small parts retain about 95% arsenal-restored rich straw color while the grip screws, sear spring, toggle pins and even the front sight blade retain most of their lovely brilliant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition left and near excellent condition right, the right panel with a small area of dented checkering behind the magazine release. All of the serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes one correct original un-numbered bright-bodied magazine with metal knob inserts in the wooden base and flat button, rating near excellent. This is a wonderful and important Luger for the most discerning early automatic pistols or Luger collector. (13F11770-1) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

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126. GERMAN LP.08 ARTILLERY LUGER PISTOL BY DWM WITH HOLSTER AND STOCK

serial #6911h, 9mm, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore, a few specks of oxidation visible just ahead of the chamber.

The metal surfaces of this 1917-dated pistol retain about 9092% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, scattered areas flaking to brown largely on the receiver, and a small spot of light pitting at the top of the right grip panel. The strawed parts have toned to an even mix of straw and silvery patina, the ejector remaining strongest, with some scattered specks of oxidation and more moderate staining on the safety lever. The sear spring retains very good, mellowed fire blue. The checkered beech grips are in very good condition with general light wear and a few handling marks, and both panels are unmarked. The DWM monogram and the Imperial German proofs are intact and crisp, and all the serialized parts are matching to the pistol, including the un-grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the fine adjustment barleycorn front sight and v-notch rear sight, the rear sight leaf graduated from 100 to 800 meters. Included is a dark brown leather holster in very good condition with some light handling marks, light wear on the top corners, and flaking on the straps. The interior lid shows a partially obscured “STEINMITZ / BRESLAU / 1917” marker mark and date, and the Luger tool and cleaning rod are present in their compartments, and a walnut board stock, serialized and matching to the pistol, in very good plus condition with a light abrasion on the bottom edge and some scattered light handling marks, the left side stamped with a Crown proof, the details of which now softened by time. Also included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine, numbered “4794n”, with light handling marks on the body and a thin chip on the left side of the base. A fine ensemble for the Luger aficionado. (14C11616-10) {C&R} (4000/6000)

127. RARE GERMAN POLICE S/42 P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #8257n, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1939-dated pistol is one of an estimated 600 military-inspected Mauser Luger pistols procured by the German police and equipped with their ubiquitous sear safety. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 75% original blue showing some high edge wear, gripstraps fading to gray and most of the loss along the barrel which is toning to a deep gray patina. The barrel shows some scattered light pitting as well, some other high edges with minor pinprick pitting and the sideplate with evidence of an old cleaning and toning to a deep plum patina. The ejector is taking on the familiar plum tone and all markings remain intact and strong with proper droop wing eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / 63” Waffenamts. The checkered walnut grips remain in very good condition with scattered lightly chipped points and dings, the left panel with a small repair behind the safety and both retaining nice fit. The right panel appears to be un-numbered while the left shows matching “57” stamped in large font. The grooved firing pin is un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The pistol includes a pair of un-numbered brightbodied brown Bakelite base Swiss magazines. This is a solid example of a desirable police contract pistol for the martial collector. (13B11798-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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128. DWM MODEL 1906 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER PISTOL serial #67179, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright very good bore with light pitting predominately at the 3 o’clock position in the first half of the barrel, but still showing strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original rust blue with some light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few scattered specks of oxidation on the grip straps, and pair of light scratches on the bottom of the sideplate. The strawed parts have mellowed somewhat retaining very good color with areas toning to silver, and the sear spring and toggle pins show strong fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are unnumbered and in very good plus condition with a few light handling, an easily missed thin sliver along the back of the left panel, smoothed over time, and a small chip above the magazine release, displaying the vibrant fire blue of the magazine catch spring.

The Federal Eagle and DWM monogram are intact and crisp, the front of the frame is marked “GERMANY” below the serial number, commercial German “(crown) / N” proofs are strongly marked on the small parts, and the trigger, takedown lever, sideplate, breech, toggles, grip safety, and receiver are numbered to gun. The remaining parts are unnumbered, including un-grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is an unmarked bright-bodied wood-base magazine in excellent condition showing only a few minor handling marks and some light operational wear. An excellent example of these somewhat scarce Luger pistols. (14B11199-21) {C&R} (2000/3000)

129. EXCELLENT SWISS MODEL 1900 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM serial #2522, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely and rather early contract Luger retains about 97-98% original blue showing a little sharp edge wear and some scattered light handling marks, the gripstraps and some other edges also with a little mild oxidation speckling. The small parts retain almost all of their lovely rich straw color while the sear spring, grip screws and even the front sight blade show excellent brilliant fire blue. All markings remain crisp and clear showing nice Swiss cross with starburst atop the chamber

and DWM monogram along middle toggle piece. The major components show Swiss Cross military inspection stamps properly stamped over the blue and the polished safety marking remains bright. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition left and near excellent condition right, the right panel with a few scattered light chipped points and tiny dings. The serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes one correct original un-numbered bright-bodied magazine with metal-insert wooden base in excellent condition. This is a lovely Swiss 1900 military pistol for the advanced Luger or martial collector. (13C11770-2) {C&R} (5000/7000)

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130. LOVELY CASED PAIR OF BRITISH PERCUSSION OFFICER’S PISTOLS BY W. JACKSON 17 bore (.65 cal), 9” smoothbore round damascus barrels with mostly bright near excellent bores, one pistol showing a little old oxidation in the bore that is minor. The barrels of this fine set of pistols retain about 98% lovely contrasting plum-brown and gray twist patterns showing just a few light handling marks and a bit of sparse oxidation speckling here and there. Barrels are neatly engraved “LONDON” and the breech plugs show nice gold band inlays and platinum blowout plugs. The lockplates, buttcaps and trigger plates retain about 95-98% lovely original vibrant case-hardened colors, the lockplate of one pistol showing a bit more drifting to pewter and a few oxidation speckles. The pistols are equipped with martial swiveling ramrod assemblies, the ramrods themselves retaining a healthy amount of original bright blue and the triggerguards also retain about 95% nice original bright blue with some mild flaking. Lockplates feature nice dolphin head hammers and are engraved with “W. JACKSON” and wonderful finely detailed English foliate scrollwork throughout with attractive bordering. The upper tangs, buttcaps and triggerguard are similarly embellished throughout with fine scroll, further adorned with nice pineapple finials. The checkered English walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining almost all of their original finish with nice edges and flattop checkering. There are some scattered light handling marks to be expected that are very unobtrusive and the wood exhibits areas of fine subtle grain figure. Stocks feature very nicely executed thin foliate-embellished silver nose-plates and silver wedge escutcheons and un-engraved monogram plates atop the wrists. The pistols are equipped with sliding safeties and sighted with deep notch rear sights and German silver bead front. The locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. The pistols come in a period E.M. Reilly & Co. case in typical British form with heavy brass corner reinforcements, lid handle and clasps. The lock escutcheon is missing and the exterior remains in very fine condition with scattered light dings and mild scuffs. The interior is lined in blue baize and shows a paper Reilly retailer label and two lidded compartments with blue ink-colored ivory handles. There is a complement of attractive accessories including: an assortment of cleaning rod attachments, pewter oiler, single cavity round ball mould, an excellent condition Sykes flask, empty Moore & Grey cap tin, rosewood-handled nipple wrench, and an interesting little antique ivory multi-page weekly pocket calendar in fine condition. A lovely set of officer’s pistols in excellent condition. (13D11519-2) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)

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131. LOVELY CASED & GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #1908, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing one area of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This revolver is extensively embellished with the lovely, clean and detailed flowing foliate scrollwork of Gustave Young, overlapping in areas along the sides of the frame and accented with fine punch-dot shading. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original nickel finish showing a few scattered pinprick

flakes along the barrel and frame, most of the loss is along the cylinder which shows a few small areas of minor pinprick pitting. The hinge screw shows some slot wear and the edges of the topstrap show a few scuff marks that are mostly unobtrusive. The cylinder was also gold-washed which remains strong in the flutes and along the back surface. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp as does all of the engraving. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing a few tiny dings and light handling marks, the right panel properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action seems to function well mechanically. The revolver includes a proper mahogany case remaining in very fine condition showing a few small repairs to the lid side panels and slight warping along one corner. The interior red baize lining remains in very fine condition as well showing some mild wear and the case contains a small steel cleaning rod, pewter Hawksley oiler and key. Finally included is a very fine original empty ammo box with marbled paper covering and blue-black and gold embossed lid label that shows some very light flaking and edge wear. One side label has mostly been lost to the years while the other is mostly intact bearing nice Smith & Wesson signature. This is a wonderful cased ensemble for any fine arms collection. (13C10826-361) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (7000/9000)

132. BRITISH FLINTLOCK OFFICERS PISTOL BY JOHN RICHARDS .57 cal, 10” octagon barrel with a bright very fine smooth bore showing some small areas of light pinprick pitting. This pistol remains in the original flint though the cock has been replaced and the sliding safety is also a rather crude replacement. This is otherwise a very attractive pistol, the barrel retaining about 60% original bright blue flaking to mild gray-brown patina and showing some scattered pinprick pits and old oxidation speckling. The vent is nicely gold-lined and the barrel retains crisp “IOHN RICHARDS STRAND LONDON” address and London proofs on the left. The breech tang and lockplate show nice smoky gray case-hardening throughout showing nice panoply of arms and light bordering embellishments, the lockplate with sun ray motif behind the pan, and the frizzen spring with nice brilliant fire blue. The lock features waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen and the triggerguard retains about 80% original bright blue with panoply of arms along the bow and a very handsome pineapple finial. The finely checkered walnut stock remains in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining strong original varnish and showing a small drying crack ahead of the lockplate and some other scattered light dings. Hardware fit remains excellent, the checkering is quite crisp and there is a nice little floral motif lightly carved along the butt. The original horn-tipped ramrod with worm end is present and the pistol is sighted with wide ushaped rear sight and small silver bead front. Equipped with single adjustable set trigger, the lock will require some mechanical attention as it does not hold at full cock but does hold at half. A fine quality British pistol likely made toward the end of the flintlock era. (13C11579-9) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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133. EXCEEDINGLY HANDSOME AND RARE DOCUMENTED FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER serial #121533, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with a mostly bright bore showing a ring about mid-bore and otherwise strong rifling. This 1887 production revolver is one of only 89 that were engraved at the factory that year. The sides of the frame show beautiful punch dot shaded flowing scroll with sunbursts on recoil shield and wavy zigzag lines with punch dot accents along the top strap. The top of the backstrap shows another sunburst with wavy zigzag lines with punch dot accents along backstrap and butt. The cylinder features alternating scroll and sunburst patterns between each flute with wavy zigzag border at rear. The barrel shows scrollwork to the end of ejector rod housing with nice scroll wedges at muzzle. The left side of the barrel shows a crisp acid etched "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" within oblong border. The revolver wears a fabulous pair of carved steer head mother of pearl grips with ruby colored inset eyes. The grips appear period with slight toning to the iridescence that is only acquired through the natural aging process. The metal surfaces of the revolver show 98% expertly restored nickel-plated finish. The engraving remains quite crisp, the barrel marking clean and fully legible and one has to hunt to find evidence of restoration. The revolver was produced 12 years into Cuno Helfricht's 46 year career as principal engraver at Colt. The included factory letter confirms the configuration, nickel finish, factory engraving and shows it as a single gun shipment to Schoverling, Daly & Gales in New York on March 30, 1887. A stunning, documented factory engraved 19th century Colt Single Action Army revolver. (1E11523-124) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (12,000/18,000)

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134. BRITISH SNAP BAYONET FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY REDFERN .60 cal, 10” octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This pistol has been nicely reconverted to flint, the barrel and lockplate retaining about 90% of an older restored plum-brown finish with some sparsely scattered small areas of cleaned light pitting. The barrel flat shows a pair of impressed “(Crown) / (Crossed Scepters) proof marks and the fullered cruciform bayonet measures 7 1/4”.

The lockplate shows maker’s name in script and it features a bridled waterproof pan, the cock with

a small crack forming at the neck. The pistol is equipped with brass fittings including thimble, tailpipe, triggerguard with acorn finial and solid sideplate which have toned to a slightly pale ocher patina. The sideplate is neatly engraved with the name “M. Wood” in script. The smooth walnut stock with flat-sided grip remains in very good plus condition showing a little older added varnish, a few darkened areas and old dings, the left side with a small crack and small moderate abrasion near the sideplate. The edges and stock fit to the hardware remain quite good and a horntipped hickory ramrod is present. The bayonet assembly locks up well and the lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically.

A very good example in a desirable configuration with its distinctive bayonet. (13B11579-10) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

135. BRITISH FLINTLOCK OFFICERS PISTOL BY BUNNEY .52 cal, 9” barrel with a moderately oxidized smooth bore. The metal surfaces of this quality London pistol show an old light cleaning and toning to mild pewter gunmetal patina with remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting and old mild oxidation staining that is relatively minor. The pistol remains in the original flint and features a gold vent liner and top of barrel neatly engraved in script “Bunney London”. The lockplate is also maker-marked and is equipped with attractive hardware including sliding safety and bridled roller frizzen. The barrel is secured by a pair of keys and the fittings are of iron, the triggerguard with attractive acorn finial. The smooth walnut stock with flatsided grip remains in very good condition as lightly cleaned and showing a few small synthetic repairs along the edges and right and left of forend. There is a silver monogram plate atop the wrist neatly engraved with the initials “RH”. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the pistol is sighted with a fine v-notch near sight and silver blade front. The lock with set trigger seems to function well mechanically. A nice pistol from this well-regarded London maker. (13A11579-2) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

136.

SCARCE COLT SECOND GENERATION SHERIFF’S MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER

serial #0333SM, 45 Colt, 3” barrel with an excellent bore. The post-war Sheriff’s Model was the brainchild of William Edwards of Guns Magazine and Sig Shore of Centennial Arms Corporation. Production started in late 1960 but sales of the guns were slow with the last of the guns sold through various outlets. When production ceased only 503 had been manufactured (The Po s t - Wa r Single Action Revolver by Don Wilkerson) making this a scarce and desirable revolver. Although sales of the original guns were slow they now command considerable collector attention. This beautiful little gun appears unfired and remains in wonderful condition. The revolver retains about 98%-99% original blue with light handling marks on the cylinder and minor edge wear. The frame retains robust swirls of rich case-hardened colors. The grips are replacement Tyler Tru-Fit ivory micarta stocks that have yellowed with age and feature a Scrimshawed full color Rampant Colt and Federal Eagle on each panel and remain in excellent condition.

This gun features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, the left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SHERIFF’S MODEL 45”, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A wonderful opportunity for the Single Action enthusiast.

(8B11523-93) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

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137. LIMITED PRODUCTION COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER

serial #S15577A, 44-40 W.C.F., 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This interesting 1998manuafacture Single Action Army is equipped with an unusual 3 1/2” barrel but retains the ejector rod housing unit unlike the Storekeeper or Sheriff’s Models. This beautiful gun is as-new and unfired. It retains about 99% original nickel plate with slight clouding on some of the surfaces. The un-numbered checkered synthetic factory Eagle grips feature a Rampant Colt in an oval and remain in excellent condition. This gun has standard Single Action Army features, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and is caliber marked “44-40” on the barrel. A superb and unusual variant of the famed Single Action Army. (8B11523-66) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

138. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER serial #13583, 22 RF, scarce 6” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a few pinprick pits with strong rifling. This Ladysmith retains 97% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks throughout, with some high edge wear along the backstrap and cylinder and flaking on the butt with light oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a gunmetal patina showing mild case-hardened colors with the knurled components of the cylinder pin assembly toning similarly

and retaining fading original blue in the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only very faint handling wear. This fine example times and locks up soundly and makes an interesting late production example of the Second Model, combining the usual rounded butt with the rarer 6” barrel usually seen on the Third Model. A lovely Ladysmith. (26B10826-386) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

139. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER

serial #3881, 22 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered fine pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This First Model retains 95% original nickel finish with some high edge wear and light oxidation staining around the muzzle and cylinder with the cylinder having been lightly cleaned, and some fine pinprick pitting bordering the window. The hammer, trigger, ejector rod, and cylinder release have all toned to a gunmetal showing traces of original fading blue and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only very light handling wear on the right panel. Timing and lockup appear sound, and this remains a fine example of the “Model M” Hand Ejector. (26B10826-554) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

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140. ULTRA-RARE AND FINE EARLY SCAGEL LARGE CAMP KNIFE William Scagel knives are very rare and are seldomly offered for sale, this esthetically crafted camp knife measures 15 3/4” overall with a 9 3/8” classic Scagel sowbow curved blade that is 5/16” thick at the haft. The blade is fabulous, remaining unsharpened and bright with all of Scagels grind marks present along with a minor amount of scratches and specks of pitting and freckling, there is a minute nick in the obverse main edge by the choil. The reverse side has the Scagel handmade name stamp next to the accompanying reverse kris, the stamp has a light double stamp appearance from being rolled when applied prior to the final polishing and finishing. The hilt is perfect, the brass double guard having a pleasing lightly tarnished patina. The grip is comprised of rich red and black fiber sections separated by thinner brass and aluminum spacers, one of the aluminum spacers has a couple tiny dings. The pommel is crown stag fastened on each side by two small bright brass rivets. The stag has toned to an attractive silvery cream color having light brown highlights and thin spider web age cracked accents. There is no scabbard accompanying the knife. William Scagel was born in Ontario Canada February 7, 1875, and later migrated to Muskegon, Michigan and when his shop burned down in 1920 he settled into the town of Fruitport and created the famed “Dogwood Nub”. He was an influence on fellow knife pioneers Bo Randall and Bob Loveless and made his last knife in 1962 passing away shortly thereafter March 26, 1963, two decades later he was inducted into both the Blade Magazine Cutlery and American Bladesmith Society Halls of Fame. Considered to be the Holy Grail of the knife world, Scagel knives are highly sought after by collectors and a stunning example such as this knife has great investment potential. (511523-150) [Jim Thrash Collection] (30,000/40,000)

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141. FABULOUS ALEX DANIELS SAMUEL BELL COFFIN HANDLE BOWIE

The late Alex Daniels of Town Creek, Alabama sold his first knife in 1963, he was a member of the American Bladesmith Society and joined the Knife Makers Guild in 1982. His knives are hand made from start to finish including the heat treating and although he made both fixed blades and folding knives he was best known for his copies of famous and historic bowies. This knife closely resembles the Samuel Bell Tennessee bowie pictured on page 39 of Adams, Voyles and Moss’s The Antique Bowie Knife Book and measures 16 3/4” overall with a 11 1/8” hand-rubbed 440C flat forged Texas style blade. The blade remains unsharpened, bright and the obverse side features four filed notches, 4 1/8” sharpened false edge and a narrow unstopped fuller centered between the false edge and notches. The polished German silver guard is decorated with an engraved floral motif on the front side surrounding the tang. The coffin shaped handle is comprised of a brightly polished 416 stainless steel integral bolster, pommel and frame encompassing lovely mother-of-pearl scales with nickel silver shields each fastened by eight small bright pins. Included is a black leather sheath with a frog style belt loop and brightly polished nickel silver tip chape, collar and faceted threaded frog stud. A stunning copy of a Samuel Bell bowie made by a well-known and talented modern knifesmith. (5D11199-158) (1500/2500)

142. ANTIQUE STAG HANDLED SHEFFIELD BOWIE

BY MAPPIN & BROTHERS

This is an 1835early1850 English Made bowie measuring 14 7/8” overall with a 9 5/8” clip point blade. The blade remains bright with evidence of an old very light cleaning showing some sparsely scattered fine staining and freckling, The obverse ricasso is marked “JOSEPH / MAPPIN / & BROTHERS / SHEFFIELD” next to sun cutler mark. The German silver keyhole shaped crossguard, grooved ferrule and flat round buttplate have mellowed slightly with fine staining and a couple tiny impact marks. The round staghorn grip remains excellent having acquired an appealing dark caramel color with age. The red leather scabbard with German silver frog stud collar and tip remain near excellent. The body shows light wear and two small tears in the obverse center, the German silver mounts show light staining and handling marks. Joseph Mappin started making knives in 1810 and added the well-known sun cutler mark to his Joseph Mappin & Brothers mark when it was awarded to him in 1835, in 1852 the name was changed to Mappin Brothers when all the sons entered the business. A lovely, fine condition Sheffield bowie. (5C11199-157) (1200/1800)

143. EXCEPTIONAL ROBERT LINGUARD CUTLERY HANDLE BOWIE This lovely Sheffield bowie measures 11 1/8” overall with a 6 1/8” double edged spear point blade. The obverse side of the blade is etched “NEVER DRAW ME WITHOUT REASON / NOR SHEATH ME WITHOUT HONOR” centered between scroll sprays on a nearly full-length frosted background, while the ricasso is marked “ROBERT / _ INGARD / _ _ _ _ FIELD” the remaining letters lost with age. The blade retains much of its original bright finish with sparsely scattered spots of light oxidation, freckles and remnants of some fine pitting perhaps having seen some fine steel wool. The point of the blade is slightly rolled to the obverse side. The oblong guard is German silver as is the hollow handle decorated with high relief Victorian scroll. The sheath is red Morrocan leather with gold line borders and a German silver collar and tip chape. The leather shows light wear and scuffing, the mounts show tiny dings and staining, the frog stud no longer present. An attractive, lightto-the-hand bowie made by a prominent Sheffield knifesmith. (5B11199-161) (1000/1500)

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144. RARE FRENCH KNIFE PISTOL BY DUVERT 6mm Flobert, 1 1/2” barrel with a lightly oxidized smooth bore. This is an interesting French knife pistol of very compact design and, quite simply, just looks like a typical folding knife. It is equipped with a 3 3/4” clip point main blade and a smaller 1 3/4” thin dagger point blade. The piece appears to be unmarked but is identical to the example pictured on page 104 of “Blade and Barrels”

by Frost, which is maker-marked by Duvert on its main blade.

The metal surfaces show an old cleaning mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with some remnants of oxidation staining and partially smoothedover pinprick pitting. The horn panels remain in very fine condition showing some light handling marks, a few thin cracks and small repairs on either side of the rear corners. There is a raised shield-shaped border on the left side surrounding the firing button.

The action mechanism is rather simplistic and functions by lifting up the “pommel cap” and hinging open the breechblock to load the chamber. The breech is closed and the cap, which is linked to the striker, pulled back until it catches the sear. The firing button will then drop the striker when pressed, invariably causing the action to bounce around and not inspire much faith in its holding together, but obviously these were intended for extremely low-powered ammunition of the Flobert variety. A small manual ejector rod is housed within the back of the frame as well. A fine condition and very rare piece for the collector of peculiar arms curiosa. (13B11777-21) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3000)

145. BEAUTIFUL EARLY COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #1343, 38 Colt, 3 1/2” barrel with mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few spots of light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This is a wonderful first year production Sheriff’s Model revolver with the barrel, cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard retaining about 96% original blue with just a few small spots flaking to gray-brown patina at the muzzle and cylinder, light disassembly marks along the bottom of the barrel and some thinning along the backstrap. The two-line barrel address is crisp and clear and the etched “COLT D.A. 38” panel on the left side is nearly perfect. The “38 CAL” on the triggerguard is likewise quite crisp but the frame patent dates are rather poorly struck. There are a few tiny flaws in the metal on the right side of the frame but they are unobtrusive and the frame retains vibrant case-

hardened colors throughout with just a little high edge wear and minor silvering. The sides of the hammer are bright and the back surface, screw heads and trigger retain almost all of their brilliant fire blue with just a little silvering along the trigger face. The checkered one-piece rosewood grip is pencil-numbered to the gun and remains in excellent condition showing just a few lightly chipped points and retains almost all of its original varnish. The loading gate is assembly-numbered “140”, the underside of the barrel is erroneously numbered “314” and the cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard are all matching the frame. The action will require some mechanical attention as all of the hammer notches are worn but it still functions well in double action with excellent timing and lockup. Really an excellent example, these early guns are especially handsome with their checkered rosewood grips. (13B11739-111) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

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146. FINE CASED COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #39506, 41 Colt, 6” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive 1882-made revolver retain about 90% original nickel finish with most of the loss along the cylinder and high edges of the breech area flaking to a mild gray-brown patina and showing a few small pinprick pits and oxidation stains, some lighter flaking present along the muzzle and gripstraps as well, with many of these areas blending in rather well with the surrounding nickel. All markings remain crisp and clear, the left side of the barrel retaining an excellent “COLT D.A. 41” etched panel. The sides and back surface of the trigger and back surface of the hammer retain most of their brilliant fire blue, exhibiting some honest thinning, and the black checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in oval remain in excellent condition showing a hint of minor edge wear. The serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. The revolver comes in a nice period case that appears to be walnut showing some areas of fine grain figure, the exterior with some edge wear and small repairs to the lid paneling. The case is very Europeanlooking, perhaps British, with brass oval monogram escutcheon atop the lid, shield lock escutcheon and dual clasp closure (the left clasp hardware missing).

The interior is lined in red velvet that shows some mild fading and the compartments hold a number of accessories including: James Dixon oil bottle, ebony-handled turn screw and cleaning rod, a nearly full box of Remington UMC 41 Long Colt smokeless cartridges (a few cartridges in the box are Winchester), a more modern set of spare lid clasps, and a key. A very fine cased Thunderer. (13C11732-16) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

147. FINE CASED FRENCH PERCUSSION KNIFE PISTOL BY BERTHOD .25 cal, 3 3/4” barrel with a moderately oxidized smooth bore and 2 7/8” folding spear-point knife. The metal surfaces show an old light cleaning now mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina with some gray-brown undertones and remnants of light pitting along the barrel. The breech end of the barrel has nice raised flats and the knife is mostly a pale gray-brown tone. This pistol appears to be unmarked, usually they were marked on the knife blade, though the style of the grip frame and other features match those of other Berthod-marked pistols. The German silver grip frame remains in excellent condition and the pistol is equipped with attractive smooth antique ivory grips and side panels that exhibit a mellow patina, some nice grain striations and scattered light handling marks. The pistol is equipped with folding trigger and seems to function nor-

mally. The pistol is housed in its original leather-covered case in lovely condition showing some light flaking and scuffing to be expected along the exterior. The lock hardware is nickel-plated and shows “BRITISH MAKE” stamp and the interior is lined in nice buff chamois and French-fitted to the gun. There is a small lidded compartment along with a tiny ivory container suitable for holding a couple of percussion caps. A lovely and interesting piece for the advanced antique arms collector.

(13C11777-18) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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148. EXQUISITE PAIR OF LEONARD FRANCOLINI FACTORY ENGRAVED AND CONSECUTIVELY SERIAL NUMBERED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVERS serial #SA04058 and SA04059, both 45 Colt, both with 7 1/2'' barrels with as-new, unfired bores. This exquisite pair of Colt revolvers was ordered from the Colt Custom Shop in 1979 by Dr. Daniel Monroe of New York and are incredibly engraved and embellished by Colt factory master engraver Leonard Francolini. Serial number 04058 is unfluted and retains all its rich original factory royal blue, with the mirror-polished sides of the hammer still brilliant. It features flowing scroll engraving in factory ''B'' coverage and has wonderful fine gold wire inlay at each end of the barrel, each end of the cylinder and accenting the borders of the frame and recoil shields. There is additional fine gold wire inlay atop the barrel behind the front sight as well which accents the factory scroll beautifully. The right side of the frame features a lovely gold inlaid chiseled-in-relief image of an American bison against a woodland backdrop while the left side of the frame shows a seated coyote howling at the full moon, slightly shrouded in clouds against a desert backdrop, both the coyote and moon also in gold. The two-piece factory ivory grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions are lovely and rate also as-new, showing the very beginnings of some drying checks as they naturally age. The gun is, as-expected, un-turned, un-fired since leaving Hartford in 1979. Gun number 04059 is also unfluted and retains all of its stunning factory royal blue; the mirrorpolished sides of the hammer also brilliant. Mr. Francolini has inlaid the same flawless fine gold wire on the front and rear of barrel and front and rear of cylinder, with the cylinder featuring dual lines along its rear circumference. A matching flourish of gold wire inlay is to the rear of the front sight and matches precisely the inlay on the scroll engraved revolver. The right side of the frame shows a gold inlaid American bald eagle chiseledin-relief, wings spread, talons bared, ferociously coming in for the kill amidst a backdrop of billowing clouds. The left side of the frame has a lovely gold inlaid, chiseled-in-relief image of the venerable Rampant Colt astride the globe, also accented by loose billows of clouds. The two-piece factory ivory grips with the gold Rampant Colt medallions are also as-new and are showing the beginnings of drying checks from their natural aging process.

These marvelous works of art come in burnt umber-colored faux-leather covered Colt Custom Shop presentation cases with Samuel Colt's coat of arms emblazoned in gold on their lids. The interior is lined in a marmalade-colored baize which adds a beautiful contrasting accent to both the cream-colored ivory and the exquisite deep blue. Included is a copy of a factory letter listing the guns as a consecutive pair and verifies their configurations. Additionally, it states that these guns are numbers 4 and 5 of the last 10 guns that Leonard Francolini engraved while employed

by Colt. In addition to showing the arms serial numbers and the factory order number, the letter lists shipment to Sloan Sporting-Goods of Connecticut in September 1979. The work of Leonard Francolini is, like that of other Colt engravers, legendary. He has engraved guns for celebrities and heads of state and his works are treasured heirlooms to those who own them. These very guns are featured in a full-page image in RL Wilson's The Book of Colt Engraving on page 494 (second edition). Rarely are Francolini's works offered for public sale, these examples are a testament to his artistry and skill. This is a very rare opportunity for the advanced Colt collector, firearms investor or lover of embellished arms to own a consecutive pair of this master's art. Astonishing and investment-grade. (3M9765-7,8) {C&R} (15,000/25,000)

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149. WONDERFUL COLT CLASS D MASTER ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER BY ROBERT BURT serial #59812SA, 45 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome 1971-made Second Generation revolver was engraved in 1979/80 by master engraver Bill Burt, apparently after a successful cougar hunt by the original owner, and the original invoice detailing the work is included along with a photograph of said dispatched cougar. The revolver had a new barrel installed by Colt and was factory-refinished in preparation for the engraving now rating as-new with 99% blue and vibrant case-hardened colors, the polished sides of the hammer remaining brilliant. The metal surfaces are engraved in near full coverage with lovely crisp and clean detailed flowing foliate scrollwork and fine punch-dot background shading. A small but finely detailed cougar scene graces the right side of the frame, commemorating the history of the gun in style. The right side of the frontstrap beneath the grip is neatly signed “COLT ENGRAVER R. BURT” and the original factory markings also remain intact throughout. The revolver wears a nice smooth onepiece ivory grip in excellent condition showing a few minor handling marks and a mellow patina with subtle grain striations and some slight cracking along the base. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer.

The included 1980-dated invoice notes the revolver by serial number and details the following work: Barrel 4 3/4”, Type “D” engraving by Class I engraver, Engrave Cougar in suitable location (not inlaid), Double Presentation case. The case is not present. This is a lovely revolver with tasteful and excellent quality embellishments from a well-regarded factory engraver. (13D11523-119) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)

150. VERY FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #20160, 22 RF, 3 3/16” ribbed octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some scattered small areas of old oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling. The barrel, ejector rod and cylinder retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light oxidation speckling and light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light. The barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain intact and strong and the frame retains essentially all of its original silver finish showing some scattered light handling marks and a nice medium tarnish. The hammer retains fine case-hardened colors and the smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition with about 97% original varnish showing just a small drying crack along the base of the right panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number. Barrel-toframe fit is very good and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included original Smith & Wesson mahogany case remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks along the exterior. The lock escutcheon is rosewood and the interior is lined in red baize that shows light honest wear. A small section of the barrel rest has been lost to the years, the cartridge block is intact and a small iron cleaning rod is present. A lovely cased revolver for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B11777-16) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

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151. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET REVOLVER WITH STOCK

serial #2421, 38-44 S&W, 6 1/2” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing some areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this desirable Target Model revolver retain about 94-95% original nickel finish showing some sparse small flakes toning to graybrown patina, scattered mild freckling and a few areas of small dings, mostly along the cylinder. The nickel is starting to show some honest clouding from the years. The hammer and triggerguard show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout with some drifting to a pleasant smoky gray along the bow of the guard while the latch shows strong bright blue and the trigger some hints of straw color along the edges.

The two-line barrel address with patent dates remains crisp and the revolver is factory cut for shoulder stock with the serial number properly off-set slightly to account for the stock cut. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing some light dings and mild smoothing. The right panel is scratch-numbered “1061” and otherwise fits quite well. The proper factory target sights are intact and the barrel, latch and cylinder are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included original shoulder stock fits the frame nicely and retains about 90% original nickel along the hardware showing some light flaking. The walnut stock proper remains in very fine to near excellent condition as lightly cleaned and showing a little added oil finish and the original checkered hard rubber buttplate also rates near excellent. This is a very fine stocked Target Model for the advanced collector. (13C10826-503) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)

152. RARE AUSTRALIAN SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH 6 1/2” BARREL serial #5241, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting or light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a nice example of the scarcer 6 1/2” barreled Australian contract New Model, not cut for the shoulder stock. Only 30 revolvers were so-ordered compared to the 250 units ordered with 7” barrels and shoulder stocks. The metal surfaces retain about 65% original nickel finish flaking to a mild gray-brown patina and showing a few scattered small areas of old light pitting. The hammer and triggerguard show smoky gray case-hardening with some vibrant wisps along the hammer while the trigger retains a hint of pale straw color along the edges and the latch retains almost all of its dark gray oil-quenched casehardening. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing a few light dings and overall toning to brown. The right panel is scratch-numbered “25” and the grip screw is a bit long but the grips otherwise fit quite well. The remaining numbered parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically.

The butt is not marked with a broad arrow inspection stamp and according to the Standard Catalog, revolvers used by Western Australia were not marked with broad arrows. The included scan of a factory letter indicates the revolver was shipped as-described on December 14, 1881 to M.W. Robinson of New York City before being forward to Winchester Repeating Arms for final shipment to Australia. The revolver also includes a vintage unmarked brown leather flap holster that actually appears to be for a Webley Mark VI revolver in otherwise very good plus condition. This is a fine example of a very desirable and obscure variant for the advanced collector. (13B10826-498) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/5000)

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153. FINE MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. POCKET ARMY MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #480, 44-40, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright about very fine bore showing some scattered oxidation speckles and light pinprick pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this very attractive open top revolver retain about 94% original nickel finish showing some scattered small flakes toning to gray-brown patina and minor oxidation speckling, mostly along the gripstraps and right side of frame. The hammer, triggerguard and other small parts are toning to a pleasant mix of silvery and smoky gray case-hardened patina, the more protected areas of the triggerguard with generous wisps of case-hardened colors. All markings remain crisp and clear and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing a hint of subtle edge wear. This revolver features the distinctive “skull crusher” grip frame and scooped flute cylinder and all of the numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing and lock-up. This is a very fine example of a desirable early Pocket Army revolver for the antique arms collector. (13B11732-23) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)

154.

FINE CONNECTICUT ARMS HAMMOND BULLDOG DERINGER

serial #3485, 41 RF, 4” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation, mostly nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 90%

original bright blue showing a few small pinprick pits and some areas flaking to gray-brown patina. The breechblock and frame retain about 94% fine vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little sparse oxidation speckling and high edges toning to a pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina. The sides of the trigger show pale straw color, many of the screw heads retain fine fire blue and all markings are crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. A lovely example of these interest and robust deringer pistols for the antique arms collector. (13B11777-37) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

155. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #136973, 33 WCF, 24" round barrel with half magazine and a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely '86. The barrel and magazine retain 95% original blue finish. The action retains about 90 - 95% original blue with loss being due to thinning on belly of action. Case color on hammer and lever is strong. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend are beautifully figured and rate excellent plus with sharp checkering and virtually all of their original finish. The original smooth steel shotgun buttplate retains about half of its original blue. Rifle features a beaded blade front sight mounted in ramp and a semi-buckhorn rear sight. Factory records list this as a rifle, 33 caliber, round barrel, plain trigger, 1/2 magazine, shotgun butt and with a ship date of December 9, 1905. The lower left tang is marked with assembly number "941 XX", this assembly number appears also in the top tang channel of stock. A very crisp, all original deluxe 1886 rifle. (1D11739-98) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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156. MARLIN MODEL 1893 DELUXE TAKEDOWN TWO BARREL SET RIFLE serial #136253, 38-55, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and an excellent bore. The second barrel is also chambered in 38-55 and is a full octagon 20" with two thirds length magazine. Both barrels bear identical markings and are checkered in the exact same pattern. This is a fabulous Marlin rifle which not only has tons of features but lots of condition as well. The 26" barrel and magazine retain about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish blending slightly with a smooth brown patina. The 20" barrel assembly retains about 85% evenly thinning original blue finish which is also blending with a smooth brown patina. The action retains about 95% vibrant original color case-hardened finish which is fading in just a couple areas. The checkered walnut pistol grip buttstock shows nice figure and rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining. There is a small chip from toe of buttplate and corresponding small crack in toe of stock, all wood is present and this would be a very simple fix. The forends each retain 95% original finish, checkering is slightly more worn on the 20" assembly. Checkering on 26" assembly and pistol grip of buttstock remains very strong. Both rear sight slots are filled with blanks, the 26" barrel has a Lyman globe front sight and the 20" barrel has a gold washed Beach combination sight. The action is equipped with a Marbles folding tang peep sight mounted in factory holes. Factory records confirm the configuration of this rifle with no mention of the second barrel. Based on the configuration, fit and condition, we feel that this second barrel was factory supplied either originally or shortly after the rifle shipped from the factory in August of 1896. A lovely, investment quality antique Marlin rifle.

(1C11739-119) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

157. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #84614, 40-70 WCF, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a little scattered mild oxidation and pinprick pits in the grooves with otherwise mostly crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1894-made rifle retain about 50% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall toning to a medium gray-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and old oxidation staining. The left and right flats of the barrel ahead of the nosecap are stamped in antique serifed font “G.TOWERS.”, obviously applied during the period of use and probably the name of the original owner. The action retains perhaps 65% good original case-hardened colors that are drifting to an attractive silvery patina and showing a bit of light oxidation staining and speckling with vibrant wisps in the more protected areas. The loading gate shows faded blue and the bolt retains about 85% original bright blue.

The smooth walnut forend remains in very fine condition with scattered light handling marks while the plain pistolgrip buttstock is closer to very good as lightly cleaned and showing a repaired break at the wrist with some synthetic filler around the upper tang and a rectangular walnut patch on the right side of the grip. The ebony pistolgrip insert is intact and the sides of the buttstock actually show some rather nice grain figure. The upper tang inlet of the stock and inside toe of the buttplate show matching assembly number to the action tang. The rifle is equipped with special order factory single set trigger which seems to function normally and sighted with standard sporting rear sight and a Lyman bead front sight that is missing its insert. The included factory letter confirms the configuration of the rifle and indicates it shipped on June 14, 1894. A very respectable antique 1886 in 40-70. (13D11523-33) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3500/5000)

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158. WONDERFUL, IMPORTANT AND EXCEPTIONALLY RARE DWM PROTOTYPE MODEL 1900 LONG BARREL LUGER PISTOL WITH ORIGINAL HOLSTER & EARLY MATCHING PUSH-BUTTON STOCK serial #10034, 30 Luger, 6 7/8” rapid taper barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very rare early “Group C” carbine numbered in the special purpose serial number range 10,000-10,050, believed to have been intended for Chilean testing or trials, also referred to as the “Second Trials Model” by Sturgess on page 185 of this book “Pistole Parabellum”. These early prototype series Luger pistols were made in a variety of unique configurations, this pistol equipped with a 175mm barrel and fitted for the early-style stock with push-button release system which was Georg Luger’s initial stock attachment system before simplifying it to the familiar lever. The stock is stamp-numbered on the attachment hardware “34” matching the pistol and is a piece of kit arguably rarer than the gun itself, with an estimated four or five manufactured in total. The pistol remains in excellent condition retaining about 97-98% original blue showing a little mild high edge and minor operational wear, the small parts retaining about 95% fine rich straw color.

The grip screws, front sight, sear spring and toggle pins also retain most of their lovely brilliant fire blue and all original markings are intact and strong showing the familiar “(Crown) / B / G / U” commercial proofs, “172,28” bore measurement and DWM monogram on middle toggle piece. The right side of the frame is also marked with a Chilean Banco de Pruebas intertwined “BP” in a shield commercial proof/inspection mark. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition showing just a few sparsely scattered lightly chipped points and retaining very nice fit. The included original bright-bodied wood base magazine is un-numbered and remains in near excellent condition. The pistol is equipped with all proper features such as the dished toggles, toggle lock on right side, flat recessed bolt head, correct frame and narrow trigger. The walnut flat board stock remains in excellent condition as well retaining essentially all of its original oil finish and showing just a few tiny dings and handling marks. The matching attaching hardware retains about 95% original blue, the smaller components with somewhat faded fire blue. The black leather holster is in very good plus to very fine condition exhibiting some light crackling overall and some loosened stitching along the lid flap seam. The straps are a bit tender and show two competent repairs. The stock of course locks up nicely with the frame and the holster contains an original combination cleaning jag/oiler. This pistol was released from Chile in 1990 and also includes its April 19, 1990-dated proof house certificate. This is a stunning complete rig and a beautiful unique piece that should find a welcome home in the very finest and advanced of firearms collections. (13F11770-3) {C&R} (30,000/40,000)

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159. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1894 TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #476928, 30 W.C.F., 26” nickel steel octagon barrel with full magazine and a very good bore showing scattered pinprick and light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 75% original blue with light to moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, light toning to gray under bright light on the barrel, and light handling marks and speckled old oxidation. The lever and hammer have toned to a smoky gray case-hardened patina with mellowed undertones of case color, light operational wear, and spots of oxidation staining on the loop. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a shallow bruise on the left side of the forend, a couple light dings, and light handling marks; the curved steel buttplate and forend cap have toned to gray with general oxidation staining. The two-line Winchester barrel address and other factory markings are intact and clear. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight, showing a light ding atop, and a Winchester express-style rear sight with one standing and two folding leaves, the middle leaf missing its left half, and the takedown system functions as it should with the hanger somewhat loose in its dovetail. An honest 1910-made takedown rifle. (14A11762-10) {C&R} (1200/1800)

160. RARE WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 92 LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE serial #886484, 38 W.C.F., 20” octagon barrel, the top right of the muzzle upset from a previous impact but not appearing to effect the crown, with a full magazine and a very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling throughout.

The barrel retains about 95% original blue with mild thinning, slight silvering on the high edges, and some cleaned pinprick pitting on the right side and around the front sight toning lightly brown; the magazine tube and hanger retain 97% original blue with the magazine cap worn bright and some light handling marks; the muzzle face has been cleaned bright with some oxidation staining. The receiver retains about 75% original blue with the balance flaking to brown with some light handling marks and

high edge wear, and the lever has largely been cleaned to gun metal with oxidation staining and pinprick pitting, and the protected areas showing strong blue. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with a few light handling marks here and there and an older added finish, the curved steel buttplate showing some speckled fine oxidation and the forend cap flaked to a gray-brown patina. The two-line barrel address, model markings on the tang, and other Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, and the tang show shows the barest hint of slot wear beginning. The rifle is sighted with a small blade front sight and a flattop sporting-style rear sight. A desirable 1920-vintage Model 92 short rifle for the Winchester collector. (14B11523-48) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)

161. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #918228, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a lightly oxidized and pinprick pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. The slide is not numbered under the firing pin retention plate and is likely a replacement although the patent dates, barrel address, and Rampant Colt are correct for the era. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original Parkerized finish showing light scattered edge wear, spots of oxidized pitting on the frame, plus assembly and handling marks. The checkered synthetic Coltwood grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing ribs around the screw holes, and remain in excellent condition. Most of the small parts appear correct for the frame, the slide stop appears to be an earlier replacement, and the mainspring housing has the later coarse checkering. The slide sports the earlier round front sight and “U” notch rear sight.

General Drewry’s inspection mark as well as the various proofs and ordnance wheel remain crisp. It includes a generic corrugated box, a single Colt seven-round commercial magazine, and a single M.S. Little Company marked seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. Also included is a black U.S. Model 1916 flap holster by Boyt dated 1944. The holster shows light to moderate wear to the finish and strong stitching. A fine 1911A1 for your collection.

(8A11700-23) {C&R} (2000/2500)

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162. RARE U.S. MODEL 1911 NATIONAL MATCH TRANSITIONAL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #709012, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with intertwined “HP” marking and an excellent bore. In 1923 Colt was awarded a contract for the “Improved Automatic Pistols, Caliber .45, Model of 1911” each gun to include the modifications that would eventually become the U.S. Model 1911A1. Ten Thousand guns were ordered and assigned serial number block #700001 to 710000 with numbers 709001 to 710000 reserved for National Match pistols. This lovely pistol retains about 95% original brushed

blue finish showing light edge wear and light thinning. The blue on the slide only is expertly restored with a little old pitting under the finish. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate near excellent showing slight compression of the diamond points. The gun has correct small parts for the period and features Model 1911A1 improvements including the short trigger, long grip safety tang, checkered arched mainspring housing, and relief cuts on the frame. The markings remain crisp including Captain Gordons inspection mark and the slide is marked “MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY”. It includes a single two-tone seven-round Colt magazine with a welded floorplate.

Also included is a factory letter indicating this “Transitional” Model was shipped to the U.S. Government, Springfield Armory, Springfield, Massachusetts, on May 6, 1924. Further documentation from Springfield Research Service indicates this gun was shipped from Fort Dupont to Springfield Armory on September 8, 1927. Fort Dupont was a coastal defense fort until after WWI when it transitioned to a base for the First Engineer Regiment, with war looming it became a training center in 1939, and after WWII it was decommissioned. A fine, and quite rare pistol for the dedicated Colt collector. (8B11616-1) {C&R} (6000/8000)

163. SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1911A1 “COMMERCIAL SWARTZ SAFETY DELETE” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #862847, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a near excellent bore showing faint frosting on the lands and grooves. This scarce gun is one of the commercial Government Models transferred to the U.S. Government by Colt to fulfill their contracts. In late 1942 into 1943 Colt transferred about 6,575 unsold commercial Government Models to the military. Most of these had the Swartz firing pin safety that was removed plus a few associated parts replaced with military parts. The “C” prefix serial number and Government Model markings were crudely removed using a method called bunging and peening, then ground off and replaced with United States Property Markings and military block serial number. They were Parkerized, test fired and proofed by the military inspectors, and a military acceptance mark added.

The metal surfaces of this fine gun retain about 98% arsenal grade restored Parkerized finish with light edge wear, handling marks, and the evidence of the alterations to the marking are apparent.

The checkered synthetic Coltwood grips feature large reinforcing ribs on the back, large reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and they remain in about excellent condition. The small parts and markings are correct for the period of manufacture, the slide is correctly numbered to the gun while Brigadier General Drewry’s inspection mark remains crisp as do the other markings. It includes a single Colt seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate that has been refinished and the number “1578” has been stamped on the floorplate. It also includes a factory letter indicating this gun was one of 2,250 shipped to the U.S. Government Transportation Officer, Springfield Armory, Springfield, Massachusetts on January 12, 1943. Lastly, it include a U.S. War Department “Technical Manual Ordnance Maintenance Pistols and Revolvers” dated November 9, 1942. Overall, the book rates very good although the binding is starting to fail around the staples. Many of these guns were lost or rebuilt over the years and is a unique opportunity to find one in original condition. This is a wonderful collecting opportunity. (8C11616-7) {C&R} (5000/7000)

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164. DESIRABLE U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL

serial #1072166, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with an excellent bright bore. This lovely mid-war gun remains in fine condition. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original dullgray Du-Lite over sandblasted finish which is stronger under ambient light having toned to brown under strong light in addition to light edge wear, plus handling and assembly marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, no reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and remain in wonderful condition. All the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, Lt. Colonel Downie’s inspection stamp and the proof marks are crisp as are the other markings. It includes a Scovill Manufacturing seven-round magazine with welded base. Manufacture of U.S.&S. Model 1911A1s is miniscule compared to the others of the period. Finding one with original parts and fine condition is a fleeting opportunity for the collector. (8B11798-3) {C&R} (6000/8000)

165. JOSEPH LANG & SON JONES UNDERLEVER DOUBLE RIFLE

serial #7232, 500 BPE, 28" barrels with bright excellent deeply rifled bores.

This rifle features the famous Jones underlever action with back action locks. The barrels show 98% excellent quality later re-blacking, the Cockspur London address and makers marking slightly light but the engraving on the dolls head extension still very prominent. The action and locks show tight English scroll engraving in near full coverage with a small floral bouquet ahead of the underlever pivot. They retain about 97% original color case-hardening, fading in some spots and vibrant in others, with a couple very tiny freckles of oxidation which are unobtrusive. The triggerguard extends to the steel gripcap, the grasping area toned to a pewtery finish, the lightly engraved steel gripcap showing some smoky colors. The checkered pistolgrip English walnut buttstock rates excellent with what appears to be much original varnish, however knowing the British penchant for refinishing arms, and the fact that the metal is slightly proud in spots, this may be a high-quality refinish. The checkering remains sharp with a couple dings or chipped points here and there. The splinter forend is fully checkered and darker and shows a bit more wear, its release lever with some very nice restored blue however. The buttstock shows some very lovely figure and boasts a 14 1/2” length of pull to the solid red curved pad, with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8”, the silver monogram plate along the toeline remains un-engraved. The barrels lockup solidly on-face and the non-rebounding back action locks are crisp and mechanically functional. The arm is sighted with a low profile beaded blade front sight with single standing and two folding leaf express rear sights graduated for 100, 200 and 250 yards and the arm has maker swivel-eyes. A very handsome and rugged double rifle that would be suitable for any North American large game for the nostalgic hunter. (3C11739-39) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)

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166. VERY FINE & INTERESTING STEPHEN GRANT UNDERLEVER DOUBLE HAMMER RIFLE WITH CROSSOVER STOCK MADE FOR THE DUKE OF LEEDS serial #4571, 500 BPE (3” Case), 28” damascus barrels with bright near excellent bores showing a little fine oxidation speckling or sparse pinprick pits in the grooves with otherwise crisp Henry-style rifling. The barrels of this lovely Jones underlever double rifle retain about 80% original contrasting plum-brown and dark gray finish showing nice swirling damascus patterns throughout and most of the loss due to some old surface oxidation overall, light handling marks and one more noticeable ding on the underside of the left barrel. The barrel rib is finely matted and shows strong Stephen Grant 67A St. James Street London address while the undersides show proper London proof marks and “38” bore marking. The action retains perhaps 60-70% original case-hardened colors that remain quite vibrant in the protected areas drifting to a mix of silvery case-hardened patina and medium gray-brown, the action also made with a pair of deep lightening cuts along the water table. The back action lockplates are mostly a pleasant deep gray patina with wisps of vibrant colors in the protected areas and the sliding safeties retaining fine fire blue. The left hammer spur shows an old period repair that was well-executed and the firing pins are gold-washed. Both sides of the action and both lockplates are maker-marked and are embellished in near full coverage with lovely fine English filigree scrollwork.

As one would expect from a fine British arm, the crossover stock is perfectly executed with the tangs and lockplates gracefully curved to match the contours of the wrist. The checkered walnut stock and splinter forend with Anson pushbutton release remain in very fine condition with strong original oil finish and some areas darkened from the years with scattered light dings and handling marks. There is one minor 1/2” drying crack between the underside of the right lockplate and triggerplate which appears to be due to a knot in the wood. Stock fit is excellent throughout and the wood exhibits some wonderful flowing grain figure. The steel pistolgrip cap is embellished with a nice rope border edge and the buttplate is coarsely checkered steel with the heel engraved with load information “120 GRAINS. NO. 6 POWDER.” There is a silver monogram plate along the toe line that is neatly engraved with a rather difficult to discern monogram. Curiously, the monogram looks very much like that of Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939). The arm is equipped with sling eyes, the barrels lock up solid on-face and the locks with non-rebounding hammers are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. The arm is sighted with a fixed wide v-notch rear sight with ivory triangle insert and the front is a thin low profile ivory blade. Length-of-pull is about 14 1/8” and weight is 8 lbs. 8 3/4 oz. Email correspondence with Atkin, Grant & Lang, holders of the Grant ledgers, indicates the rifle was made circa 1878 for the Duke of Leeds, but no other further information was listed. George Osborne, 9th Duke of Leeds (1828-1895) was obviously contemporary with Princess Louise but any thread linking Louise, George and this rifle remains quite elusive. Just a lovely rifle and something a little bit more out-of-the ordinary with its crossover stock from a fabulous London maker.

(13E11565-1) {ANTIQUE} (8,000/12,000)

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167. DIMINUTIVE JAMES WOODWARD & SONS UNDERLEVER DOUBLE HAMMER RIFLE serial #3559, 360 Express (2 1/4” Case), 25 7/8" barrels with mostly bright very good bores showing some scattered small areas of light pitting or oxidation and otherwise strong Henry patent rifling throughout. This Jones underlever rifle is of the lovely quality we would expect from this maker, considered by many to be one of the world's finest, and is a rather diminutive and attractive size with the proportions being scaled perfectly to the cartridge for which it is chambered. The rifle remains in nice honest condition with its barrels retaining about 70% evenly thinning original blue blending with a smooth brown patina and showing some light handling marks and oxidation speckles. Top of barrel rib is engraved "JAMES WOODWARD & SONS 64 ST. JAMES STREET LONDON" and the rib shows very nice fine filed matting. The action and locks are a lovely smooth gray-brown patina with strong, generous traces of original case-hardened colors in

the protected areas. The frame and back action locks feature lovely tight English scroll engraving in about 60% coverage. Each lock is engraved "J. WOODWARD & SONS" and locks features non-rebounding hammers. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend are of nicely figured walnut and rate near excellent with a touch of older added finish and strong checkering showing the expected light dings and handling marks, the forend with a bit more wear. Rifle features a steel shotgun buttplate which is nicely stippled with engraved borders around screws and engraved triggerguard tang which terminates at the horn pistolgrip cap that shows a small repaired flake along its edge. The original sling eyes are present and the rifle is sighted with 100 yard standing express rear sight with single flip-up 200 yard leaf and platinum lines and a fine plain bead front sight. Wood to metal fit is perfect, the rifle locks up tight on-face and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. Weight is 6 lbs. 10 1/2 oz. and the arm was made circa 1876. A splendid little best quality London double rifle. (1,13D11739-38) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

168. ATTRACTIVE WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #13525, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” damascus barrels choked cylinder and modified with bright near excellent bores that have been neatly honed showing sparse remnants of tiny pinprick pits and one tiny ding in the left bore hardly worth the mention. The barrels of this nice antique Westley Richards show a nice smooth pale plum-brown/gray finish with some scattered lightly cleaned pinprick pits and subtle but attractive damascus patterns throughout. The arm bears period Birmingham proof marks, the barrel rib retains strong 170 New Bond St. London address and the inside of the action bears Anson & Deeley patent use number “3592”. The action retains perhaps 75% nice original case-hardened colors that show areas taking on a nice bright silvery case-hardened patina and the Westley Richards top lever retains about 80% original bright blue, the upper tang with “SAFE” inlaid in gold. The triggerguard retains about 70% original bright blue with some areas of old oxidation and the bottom metal also shows generous bright blue throughout. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely English tight filigree scrollwork, nice border motifs and maker’s name in riband along either side. The bow of the guard shows a nice game dog scene and the top of barrel and lever shows neatly engraved “2” indicating it was no doubt once part of a pair. The checkered walnut buttstock and slinter forend with horn tip insert remain in very fine condition as professionally cleaned and lightly refinished long ago showing some scattered minor dings and the checkering remains strong, the cheeks also checkered and with nice drop points. The buttstock exhibits some wonderful grain figure throughout and the checkered butt is equipped with nice toe and heel plates. The silver monogram plate along the toe line exhibits some softening but is visibly engraved with the Turner family crest. Length-of-pull is 14 1/2” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8”, the stock slightly cast-off. The barrels are sighted with typical Westley Richards brass bead and as is common with early Anson & Deeley actions, the gun locks up only via the Westley Richards patent top bolt and dolls head extension. Minimum wall thicknesses measured in both barrels are about 0.029” with most areas well above this and weight is 6 lbs. 11 oz. The barrels lock-up solid on-face and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive Westley Richards made around 1882; interestingly we have another gun in this auction numbered extremely close to this gun, number “13578”. (13C117654) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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169. EXCEPTIONAL JAPANESE MID-19TH CENTURY KATANA BY MASAZANE WITH NBTHK CERTIFICATE This is just a wonderful katana, dated 1857 and signed by Ikkansai Masazane, and masterfully restored by Kenji Mishina. Mr. Mishina hardly needs any introduction as one of the highest regarded sword polishers and restorers in Japan, authorized to work on Japanese National Treasures and providing his services to the Imperial Household. This stunning sword features shinshinto blade with a rare and unusually long o-kissaki, and measurements as follows: nagasa of 28.25”, sori of 0.9”, kissaki of 5.2”, nakago of 8.8” and moto-haba of 1.2”. The nakago retains strong markings translating as “At Azabu residence in Edo / Made by Ikkansai Masazane of Morioka” and dated “The 12th month of 1857”. The koshirae is of modern make and of the highest quality with components all made by mukansa level craftsmen, Yasuo Toyama and Hiroshi Miyajima. The blade of course remains in superb condition bearing an exceptional mirror polish and a very fine hamon that slowly undulates down its length, the blade also with subtle attractive hada structure. The polish of the long o-kissaki provides a lovely contrast with the balance of the blade while also imparting a more unique look compared to a more traditional kissaki. The exceptional habaki is of gold with lovely floral kiri-mon motif crafted by Master Hiroshi Miyajima, mukansa level artisan who has also done restoration work for the Imperial Household. Gold content of the habaki is reportedly estimated at around 3.4 ounces. The blade is currently mounted in its nurizaya shirasaya which bears much of its paper wrapping and shows a few light handling marks. The koshirae is by master Yasuo Toyama, regarded as one of the best contemporary craftsmen in Japan. The metal fittings are crafted from the finest quality shakudo and the beautiful saya shows a wonderful black lacquer rating as-new and complete with a beautiful dragon kozuka (fitted with a temporary nurizaya wooden blade). The seppa are fine gold shakudo and the tsuba is masterfully crafted with shakudo foil edges and traditional dragons amidst a blackened cloud background, the fuchi similarly adorned. The tsuka is wrapped in traditional antique-sourced top grade samegawa stingray skin and the maki of dark brownish-maroon silk. The two menuki are lovely dragons and the kashira also bears a beautiful dragon of silver and gold. A photocopy of Mr. Toyama’s certificate is included and lists the following: black-lacquered saya uchi-gatana style mounting, tsuba: shakudo in Nanako-ji finish with the design of dragon, kozuka: shakudo in Nanako-ji finish with the design of dragon, fuchi-kashira: shakudo with the design of dragon and menuki: shakudo with the design of dragon. A gold tassel is affixed to the scabbard and the sword also includes a pair of lovely embroidered silk covers for both the blade in its shirasaya and the koshirae. The sword includes its NBTHK hozon distinction certificate, issued after adjudication in 2014, a note from Mr. Mishina with his description of the blade and the original shipping materials when the sword was sent back from Japan. This is a stunning katana that would make an excellent addition to any advanced Japanese sword collection. (13H11712-10) (35,000/50,000)

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170. CASED WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET serial #13578, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” damascus barrels choked cylinder and modified with bright very fine bores showing a little stubborn fouling and a few small spots of light oxidation in the left bore and 30” damascus barrels choked full in both with bright very good plus bores showing some scattered areas of light pitting, more so in the right bore. The first set of barrels retain a healthy amount of original plum-brown finish with overall fading and toning to a pewter gunmetal patina with a few areas of mild pinprick pitting and softened damascus patterns that are otherwise quite strong throughout. The second set of barrels retain a great deal more plum-brown finish, perhaps 85-90%, showing some light handling marks, oxidation speckles and fine swirling damascus patterns throughout. Both sets retain strong engraved maker markings and 170 New Bond St. London address along the ribs. The action retains generous wisps of case-hardened colors lurking about, drifting to a pleasant mix of silvery and smoky gray case-hardened patina, the triggerguard mostly toned to gunmetal with the inside of the guard retaining some good original bright blue. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely English filigree scrollwork and maker’s name in riband, the bow of the guard with a slightly softened game scene of a pointer and a few pheasant. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with horn tip remain in very good plus condition showing a slightly worn oil finish with scattered light dings and handling marks, otherwise maintaining an honest appearance overall and good subtle grain figure. The checkering shows modest wear, the cheeks also being checkered, and the drop points well-defined. Stock fit remains very nice and it features a checkered butt with toe and heel plates along with a silver monogram plate neatly engraved with the Robertson clan crest over the initials “W. St. L.R.” (William St. Leonards Robertson). Common with early Anson & Deeley actions, the gun locks up only via the Westley Richards patent top bolt and dolls head extension and is solid on-face. The gun features automatic safety, double triggers, extractor, silver bead front sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. Length-of-pull is 14 3/8” with drops of about 1 1/2” and 1 15/16”, the stock with moderate cast-off. The first set of barrels show restrictions of 0.000 right and 0.025 left and wall thicknesses measuring not less than about 0.026” and the second set of barrels show restrictions of 0.035 right and 0.037 left and wall thicknesses measuring not less and 0.028”. Weight is about 6 lbs.

10 oz. with the first set of barrels and 6 lbs. 11 1/2” oz with the second set. The gun includes its original leatherbound oak case with Robertson’s name embossed on the lid showing some light scuffing and honest wear along the exterior.

The green baize interior is in fine condition with light wear and the lid labels are intact as well. The case contains a nickelplated oil bottle, three-piece ebony cleaning rod, James Dixon ebony-handled chamber brush and a Tomlinson gun cleaner kit in box. The gun also includes a Westley Richards factory inquiry letter and copies of the relevant ledger pages indicating the gun was completed on November 17, 1882 with 14 1/4” stock length and barrels choked cylinder and full.

It was returned in 1883 for installation of the second set of barrels (numbered 13867), ordered by G.M. Bell, Esq. The gun apparently made its way to Robertson (1865-1950), an Australian who saw long and distinguished military service, attending Wadham College at Oxford, serving in the Boer War, was awarded CBE in 1927 and retired as colonel in 1929.

There are numerous period photos of Robertson and more information regarding him easily accessible online. We have a companion Westley Richards gun also in this auction numbered extremely close, “”13525”. This is a very fine gun with interesting provenance from the respected Westley Richards firm. (13D11604-6) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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171. PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY ANSCHUTZ .40 cal, 32 5/8” heavy octagon barrel turned for starter, the muzzle slightly recessed and with reeded edge at rear and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 85% slightly fading plum-brown finish appearing stronger under ambient light showing some high edge wear and some small areas of old oxidation staining scattered about. The barrel is neatly maker marked “E. ANSCHUTZ / PHILADELPHIA” and the upper tang and breech plug with swirling bolster have mostly toned to a silvery pewter patina showing some tasteful light embellishments. The lockplate is a similar patina with some remnants of silvery case-hardening and attractive light embellishments, the center maker marked and the hammer with a fine dolphin head. The fittings are German silver consisting of nosecap, fancy finger groove triggerguard, schuetzen buttplate with squared-off heel point and lock screw escutcheon, all of these with some tasteful light foliate and border embellishments. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks retaining nice edges and showing some attractive grain figure through the toe. The checkering remains mostly strong and there is a nice slightly squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The rifle includes an attractive palm rest, simple brass-tipped hickory ramrod and a nicely made polished starter. The arm is also equipped with a fine firing trigger with finger stop and set trigger that generally seems to function normally, the set trigger sometimes not catching.

Sights are a short tube aperture tang sight and target globe front with fine bead-on-post. Edward Anschutz was a prolific and well-regarded Philadelphia maker from the extensive Anschutz family.

(13B11108-77) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

172. FINE CALIFORNIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY BACH

.36 cal, 34 1/2” heavy octagon barrel turned for starter with reeded edge at muzzle and a bright excellent bore. The barrel is toning to a mix of medium gunmetal and pale plum patina showing some scattered thin striations. The barrel is unmarked and almost appears to have not been completely polished. The breech plug and tang show nice inlaid gold lines along with swirling bolster and platinum blowout plug, it appears a section of the tang was modified with a dovetailed filler piece, perhaps changing sights during the period of use. The lockplate is a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina and, along with the graceful hammer, shows wonderful quality finely detailed foliate scrollwork and bordering, the plate marked “J. BACH”. Fine quality scroll continues onto the fancy triggerguard, nosecap and tangs. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing somewhat worn original finish overall with scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock is in classic California form with pronounced ridge down the sides and pointed left-side cheekpiece. There is a nice decorative toeplate-finial and the brass schuetzen buttplate is a mild ocher patina. The triggerguard extension is threaded for a not-present palm rest and the rifle includes a brass-tipped hickory ramrod and more modern nicelymade brass starter. The rifle is sighted with a short tube aperture disc tang sight and target globe front with aperture post that is loose in the dovetail. The lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. This attractive rifle is pictured and described on pages 282 & 283 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton & Rowe. John Bach worked in San Francisco from about 1854-1874.

(13C11108-76) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/3500)

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173. CALIFORNIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY KOPPIKUS .36 cal, 32 5/8” octagon barrel drilled for false muzzle with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of subtle frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling. The barrel of this classic San Francisco rifle has mostly toned to a mix of deep gray and plum-brown patina showing two 1” scratches along the right quarter flat, some other light handling marks and minor freckling. The top flat has been lightly stippled and there are four rather neatly filled-in holes along the back 6” of the top flat that have been camouflaged. The breech plug shows two gold band inlays and the swirling bolster is equipped with a gold blowout plug. The upper tang and lockplate show some smoky wisps of case-hardened colors drifting to a silvery gray patina and the center of the plate is neatly maker-marked “A. KOPPIKUS / S.F. CAL.” The rifle is equipped with fancy spur triggerguard with long pointed finial and heavy schuetzen buttplate that retains generous wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing strong antique varnish with a thin 1 3/4” crack on the right side below the lockplate and some other scattered light dings. The sides of the butt show some fine grain figure throughout and the stock is in classic California form with sloping wrist, very long diamond point checkering and pointed left-side cheekpiece. The rifle includes a simple brass-tipped hickory ramrod, its original false muzzle and a brass-bodied starter of quality construction and is sighted with short tube tang sight with medium aperture disc and target globe front with aperture post. The tang sight is not proper for this gun as it interferes with the hammer not allowing it to be brought to full cock unless the elevation of the sight is set very high. The lock is single-acting and equipped with a thin straight firing trigger and seems to function well mechanically (when the tang sight is not in the way, as-mentioned). Adolph Koppikus was a prolific gunmaker and this rifle is pictured and described on pages 306 and 307 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton & Rowe, with a different tang sight and also listed erroneously as .32 cal though it is definitely .36 cal. This is an attractive rifle in characteristic California style. (13C11108-72) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

174. CALIFORNIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY BROWNING & HEBER

.46 cal, 31” octagon barrel turned for starter with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation about an inch back from the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel has toned to a deep plum-brown patina and the top flat shows fine matting and a pair of neatly filled holes ahead of the rear sight. The right flat is marked “BROWNING & HEBER / SAN FRANCISCO CAL.” nearer the breech. The unmarked plain lockplate is a medium gray patina and the breech plug with swirling bolster appears to show some remnants of dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The rifle is equipped with a pewter nosecap and German silver hardware including wedge escutcheons, fancy triggerguard, heavy buttplate with iron acorn heel finial and pointed lock screw escutcheon. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing a little older added varnish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a small crack and chip forward of the lock screw and the stock is in California form with long diamond point checkering, subtle side ridges down the wrist and a rounded left-side cheekpiece that is not as pointed as we typically see. The toe of the buttplate is stamped once more with maker’s name “HEBER”. The short tube diopter tang sight and target globe front with fine bead-onpost insert are more modern replacements, the front loose in its dovetail, and the square notch rear leaf sight is somewhat rudimentary in construction. The lock is single-acting and equipped with a thin straight firing trigger and seems to function well mechanically. A simple brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present along with a more modern nicely made brass-bodied starter. This rifle is pictured and described on pages 292 and 293 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton & Rowe, in-which they conjecture that it may have been Heber’s personal rifle given the extra stamp on the buttplate toe. A fine rifle from this rather short-lived partnership between August Browning and William Heber, made between 1873-1877. (13C11108-73) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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175. COLT PYTHON FACTORY CLASS "D" ENGRAVED REVOLVER serial #60433E, 357 Mag., 6" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver features Colt's highest level of engraving which features scroll on all exposed surfaces of metal other than the sides of the barrel rib. In addition to the wonderful engraving the revolver wears a pair of custom relief carved ivory grips depicting a nude woman within relief scroll and with an interrupted geometric border. The work is well-done and leaves little to the imagination. The revolver is virtually as-new retaining 99% of its bright original nickel plated finish overall. The grips

are in equally fine condition with no chips or damage of any kind. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration (grips are not listed but these are high end custom) and showing it as a single gun shipment to Mr. William Winkelman in Merrill, Wisconsin on March 10, 1978. This revolver is also featured in Gurney Brown's Python book on pages 178 and 179 where it and its factory letter are fully illustrated. A top quality, highly embellished Colt Python for the advanced Snake Gun collector.

(1D11759-31) {MODERN} (15,000/25,000)

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176. COLT DIAMONDBACK FACTORY CLASS "D" ENGRAVED REVOLVER serial #R50557, 22 LR, 6" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver features Colt's highest level of engraving with scrollwork on all surfaces except for the barrel rib. The left side of the frame beneath the grips is properly stamped "COLT ENG" and the accompanying factory letter also confirms the engraving. The revolver remains in virtually as new condition retaining 99% plus original bright nickel finish with no evidence of being fired. The two piece checkered walnut grips with gold Colt medallions are near perfect. The accompanying factory letter confirms the configuration, lists the engraving as "Class D" and shows it as a single gun shipment to Simmons Gun Specialties in Olathe, Kansas on August 22, 1980.

An extremely high condition all original and highly embellished Colt Diamondback revolver for the advanced Colt Snake Gun collector. (1D1175935) {MODERN} (8,000/12,000)

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177. EXCELLENT COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH COLTGUARD FINISH serial #K48579, 357 Magnum, 4” ventilated rib full lug heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 1981-manufactured Python appears as-new-in-box and features the scarce and desirable Coltguard or electroless nickel finish. As you would expect from such a lovely gun it retains 99% plus original Royal Coltguard finish. The service trigger and target hammer retain full satin nickel. The checkered rubber factory Pachmayr Presentation grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun is sighted with a serrated red ramp front sight and Colt Accro white outline adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box rates good showing minimal storage wear, it is missing several dust flaps, has slight tearing on the ends, and the end labeled flap has torn off the box but is provided. The paperwork rates excellent. A truly wonderful example of these desirable and scarce Pythons.

(8B11770-6) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

178. EXCELLENT COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial K81065, 357 Magnum, 6” ventilated rib full lug heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This lovely 1982-manufactured Python appears virtually as-new-in-box with excellent condition.

This beautiful gun retains 99% plus original high polish nickel plate. The service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel finish. The checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt

medallions and remain in excellent condition. The grips show some nice dark grain on both panels. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box and paperwork rate about excellent, the box is missing a single dust flap and shows slight tearing on one end flap. An exquisite example of Colt’s premier “Snake Gun”. (8B11770-5) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

179. RARE COLT CUSTOM SHOP GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH COLTGUARD FINISH serial #70B24000, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 1982 MK IV / Series ’70 pistol shows minimal use and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original Coltguard finish with a few minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a nickel finished serrated ramp front sight, nickel finished drift adjustable rear sight, and a Series ’70 collet bushing. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, electroless nickel factory marked seven-round magazine, paperwork, and manual. The box rates very good plus showing light storage wear. A fine pistol in a very desirable finish. (8B11770-13) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

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180. WINCHESTER-STEVENS-POPE CUSTOM MUZZLE LOADING HIGH WALL SCHUETZEN RIFLE

serial #105412, 33-40, 32 1/2" octagon No. 4 weight Stevens-Pope barrel with an excellent bore. This barrel was originally Stevens-Pope #1703? (the number is struck through and hard to read) and was then rebored at Jersey City and is JC #746 on both the bottom of the barrel and on the included original false muzzle. In addition to the barrel, other custom features include an iron Pope finger loop lever and a Pope windage adjustable tang mounted peepsight. The rifle remains in very nice condition with the barrel retaining 97% original blue finish overall with light silvering along the high edges. The barrel has an extra dovetail just ahead of forend tip along with a pair of scope blocks.

The barrel bears the standard "STEVENS-POPE" address along with "H.M. POPE" from the time of the Jersey City re-rifling. The action retains 97% plus original blue finish overall while the hammer and lever retain strong original Winchester color case-hardened finish. The Pope lever retains about 50% original Stevens color case-hardened finish. The factory checkered pistolgrip Schuetzen buttstock and forend are of highly figured walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The buttstock assembly number does not match the tang however the original Helm buttplate, with matching assembly number is affixed to the stock. The forend is fitted with a factory tuning fork palm rest with checkering cut around the base. The rifle letters as a 30" octagon No. 3, 32-40, Schuetzen set, checkered stock, pistolgrip, mid range Vernier peep & windgauge front, no rear seat, spur finger lever, palm rest, Schuetzen cheekpiece, Helm buttplate, received and shipped on 12/13/07. Oddly with that configuration the sheet lists the gun as a "musket". In addition to the globe target front and Pope tang sight, the rifle is equipped with a Winchester A5 telescopic sight which has slightly cloudy optics. The rifle comes with a nice period wooden shooters kit which includes a Jersey City Pope Universal mould, Pope grease pump, Pope duplex powder measure, unmarked brass starter, mountable re-decapper, barrel rest, primers, cases, cast bullets, 2 powder cans, a small memo pad of shooting notes, and a letter from Sam Clark of Waterville, Maine to Ray Smith of Selinsgrove, PA. Dr. Davis’ notes state that this rifle had belonged to Sam Clark, Jr. of Waterville, Maine who was an early 20th century target shooter, collector and personal friend of Harry Pope. Clark was a contributor to books and articles on shooting from the 1930s and was also friends with Lucian Cary, Ned Roberts and Harvey Donaldson.

Dr. Davis lists the rifle’s provenance as Sam Clark, Jr., Al Marciante, Gary Quinlan, Bill Winfield and Warren Greatbatch. A very handsome and fine custom Pope High Wall rifle with excellent provenance. (1F11511-19) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (12,000/18,000)

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181. CUSTOM ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL DELUXE TAKEDOWN SPORTING RIFLE BY JAMES LOWE serial #113106, 22 RF, 30” No. 4 weight part round part octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore that has been neatly relined. This 1912-made rifle has had its bore neatly relined, the rifling appearing to be Pope-style, and the barrel is still marked “22 SHORT”, though given the relining could possibly be LR now. Though close examination has not uncovered a signature, the consignor’s notes indicate the engraving was done by James Lowe, a Virginia engraver who worked for Tiffany and as a freelance engraver. The work is entirely consistent with other known examples and obviously done by Mr. Lowe. The barrel retains about

95% nice quality restored rust blue showing some scattered light handling marks and a few pinprick pits, the finish taking on a pleasant deep plum-brown patina under bright light. The action retains about 97% reapplied polished blue showing a few small oxidation speckles and some light tool marks along the lower tang while the hammer and fancy Pope-style lever retain all of their lovely restored vibrant case-hardened colors. The action shows tasteful gold line border inlays and fine embellishments in the factory style featuring small heart borders, tight detailed foliate scrollwork and game scenes encircled by a wide flourish. The right-side shows a lovely detailed and endearing forest scene with three rabbits while the left shows a pair of squirrels along a branch. The fleur-de-lis checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert are excellent quality replacements that remain in lovely condition showing just a few scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. The wood displays lovely grain figure throughout and there is a right-side cheekpiece for a left-handed shooter. The heavy buttplate has somewhat blunt rounded ends and the rifle is fitted with a Lyman tang sight with a No. 52 windage adjustable aperture. There is a pair of drilled and tapped holes along the top barrel flat for mounting blocks and the front dovetail is vacant. A vintage Lyman sight box is also included and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive High Wall target rifle featuring some lovely engraving. (13D11576-2) {C&R} (6000/8000)

183. FINE GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #1602o, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore exhibiting minor pitting in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1936dated pistol retain about 97% original blue showing some mild wear on the high edges and contact points and subtle holster wear along with some areas of mild thinning mostly along the gripstraps. The grip screws, toggle pins, and sear spring retain muted fire blue with the trigger, safety catch, magazine catch, locking bolt, and ejector displaying bright straw color. All markings remain intact and strong, the right side receiver proofs typically soft showing proper “(Eagle) / 63” Waffenamts and droop wing eagle firing proof. The period checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing fine edge wear and a single “Z” stamp on the left inside grip with no other visible Waffenamts.

The remaining serialized parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. One original non-matching bright-bodied aluminum base magazine is included. A fine S/42 Luger for the German martial collector. (28B11199-15) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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182. FINE CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL EXPRESS RIFLE WITH HUEY GUN CASE serial #50110, 50-110 WCF, 28 1/2” round barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This lovely rifle is equipped with a non-factory barrel marked only with the cartridge designation on the shank that appears to be equivalent to a No. 4 weight or so. The rifle has been finely embellished in factory style by James Lowe, a Virginia engraver who worked for Tiffany and as a freelance engraver, the inside left upper tang signed “J LOWE 2020”. The barrel retains about 98% fine quality original rust blue showing a few subtle handling marks while the action retains a similar amount of nicely restored polished bright blue showing a few areas of plum-brown discoloration under bright light. The triggers show nice gold wash while the hammer, breechblock and lever retain 98% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the top surface of the breechblock with some light flaking to gray.

The action is engraved with lovely detailed embellishments featuring small heart borders, tight detailed foliate scrollwork, wide acanthus motif on top and game scenes on either side encircled by a wide flourish. The right side features a bull moose and the left a very noble-looking stag. The serial number along the lower tang was very neatly reengraved; it seems to be the case this was likely the original serial number and the more modern 50 caliber barrel was installed to conveniently “match” the serial number with its chambering. The fleur-de-lis checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert are excellent quality replacements in very fine condition, the buttstock with some light scuffs and small dings along the comb line and right-side grip checkering and the forend with a few small repairs ahead of the screw which are unobtrusive. The wood exhibits lovely grain figure throughout and the stock features a nice left-side shadowline cheekpiece and checkered steel buttplate. The rifle is sighted with an unmarked Vernier-style long rang tang sight, Winchester express rear sight and a combination front sight in the style of Lyman’s No. 5. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. The rifle comes cased with accessories in a fine Huey leathercovered oak case serial #544. The exterior rates very good plus having seen a bit of honest use with scattered scuffs, a few areas of discoloration and one area of more moderate abrasions along the right corner. The interior is lined in green suede and rates very fine, there are three lidded compartments and the case contains a full complement of accessories including: an original plastic-wrapped vintage box of Winchester primed shells with green lid label in very fine condition, original Winchester hand-reloading tool, original Winchester single cavity bullet mould in near excellent condition, brass oil bottle, and a set of ebony-handled tools (turnscrew, brush and cleaning rod with attachments). This is a lovely and interesting cased ensemble for the Winchester or single shot collector. (13D11576-1) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

184. SWISS MILITARY MODEL 1906 LUGER PISTOL

BY DWM serial #1433, 30 Luger, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, spots of thinning on the gripstraps and receiver, some holster wear along the right side of the barrel and muzzle, and a few scattered light handling marks. The ejector, magazine release, trigger, and takedown lever retain bright straw color with scattered light wear and toning to silver in areas such as on the trigger and safety lever; the sear spring and toggle pins retain strong fire blue. The checkered walnut grips remain in near excellent condition with a few minor handling marks and both grips marked “38”. The Swiss “(Cross in Shield)” emblem over the chamber and intertwined DWM logo on the toggle remain crisp, Swiss cross proofs are stamped on the barrel, receiver, and frame, and the trigger, sideplate, toggles, breech barrel, receiver, and grip safety are numbered to the pistol with the remaining parts unnumbered, including the un-grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights. Included is an unmarked bright-bodied wood base magazine. A fine example of these desirable Swiss contract Luger pistols. (28B11199-22) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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185. EXCELLENT JOHN MARTZ CUSTOM 45 ACP LUGER PISTOL serial #5485 (Martz #11), 45 ACP, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This is a lovely pistol in Martz’s famed 45 ACP offering configured into a unique style with artillery-length barrel, navy-style rear sight, 1900-style breechblock and grip safety. The metal surfaces retain about 98% excellent quality restored rust blue showing a thin subtle scuff along the underside of the barrel and a hint of subtle high edge wear. The small parts retain nice rich straw colors while the pins and grips screws show fine fire blue.

All markings remain intact and strong showing American Eagle atop the chamber and fancy “JVM” Martz monogram on the middle toggle piece flanked by “45 ACP”. The left side rail is stamped “MSTR” indicating the pistol is equipped with the proprietary “Martz Safe Toggle Release”, an ingenious modification which links the hold open to the safety allowing the toggle to be dropped from the locked-open position by engaging the safety lever. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing a few lightly chipped points. The action seems to function well mechanically and one Martz five-round magazine with wood base is included, the magazine body showing a small thin crack forming along the top forward edge. These quality custom Lugers always command strong interest as there are few options available to the astute collector for a 45 caliber Luger pistol. (13D11759-12) {MODERN} (8,000/12,000)

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186. LOVELY JOHN MARTZ CUSTOM S/42 BABY LUGER PISTOL serial #1400i (Martz #110), 9mm, 2 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This is a fine example of Mr. Martz’s renowned custom work on Luger pistols in the famous “Baby Luger” configuration with Martz custom short fat barrel and grip frame patterned after the prototypes made by DWM under Georg Luger’s supervision. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality restored rust blue showing a couple tiny handling and operational marks. The small parts retain fine pale straw color, toning to a mild pewter in areas, while the pins and

grip screws show nice fire blue. The original Mauser markings and 1936 chamber date remain strong and the left side rail is stamped “MSTR” indicating the pistol is equipped with the propriety “Martz Safe Toggle Release”, an ingenious modification which links the hold open to the safety allowing the toggle to be dropped from the locked-open position by engaging the safety lever. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition with fine grain figure and the pistol includes one Martz-shortened magazine showing circled “JVM” stamp on the base and number “2”. The toggle hold-open, or more likely the magazine, will require some mechanical attention as it is not engaging properly. Testing indicates the magazine might be the culprit as a standard Luger magazine will engage the hold-open. The action otherwise seems to function normally.

An excellent and desirable Baby Luger for the advanced collector. (13D11759-11) {MODERN} (8,000/12,000)

187. PARKER VHE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #175725, 16 ga. (2 1/2”) on No. 1 frame, 28” Vulcan steel barrels choked modified and full with mostly bright good bores, both showing a few raised dents about 5-6” back from the muzzles. The barrels retain perhaps 80% original blue that is toning to a deep gray-brown patina under bright light along with some scattered mild freckling. The action is mostly a medium gunmetal gray patina with mild brown undertones and some wisps of case-hardened colors in the very protected areas. All markings otherwise remain intact and strong and the checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus condition retaining generous original finish and showing scattered light dings and handling marks from honest use. Stock fit remains very nice and the original hard rubber pistolgrip cap and shield monogram plate along the toe line are intact. Length-of-pull to the solid black rubber Kick-eez pad is about 13 5/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety and silver bead front sight. Weight is 7 lbs. 11 oz. and the barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever just right-of-center. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors that are just slightly out of time. A solid 16 bore VHE. (13B11778-9) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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188. L.C. SMITH TRAP GRADE DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #FWE168483, 16 ga., 26" barrels with bright excellent bores choked improved cylinder in each. This is a nice little L.C. featuring a straight grip stock, a Hunter One Trigger and a whole lot of condition. The barrels are properly marked with the Trap Grade designation and retain 98% plus original blue overall. The action and locks which are engraved with the typical Trap shooting scenes rate excellent with 95% vivid original color case hardened finish overall. The checkered walnut straight grip buttstock and beavertail forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining overall and perhaps a light coat of added oil on the buttstock. The shotgun boasts a 14 1/2" length of pull over its grooved hard rubber buttplate with drops of 1 1/2" and 2 1/8". The shotgun locks up tight and is on-face.

A lovely little Elsie in a rather scarce configuration. (1C11778-25) {C&R} (4000/6000)

189. L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SMALLBORE SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #FW172074, 20 ga (2 3/4”), 28” armor steel barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores.

The barrels of this attractive gun retain about 80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light showing some scattered light freckling and the blue taking on a pleasant deep gray-brown patina under bright light. The action and lockplates retain about 85% nice original case-hardened colors that remain mostly vibrant throughout with a little bit of mild oxidation speckling and some areas toning to a nice smoky gray case-hardened patina. The triggers, triggerguard and safety retain about 90% original bright blue showing just mild wear. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and a tiny hairline crack forming behind the right lockplate that is unobtrusive.

The checkering remains mostly strong and the original hard rubber pistolgrip cap and grooved buttplate are intact and in excellent condition. Length-of-pull is 14” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8” and the gun is equipped with automatic safety, double triggers, extractors and medium brass bead front sight.

Weight is 6 lbs. 3 oz. and the barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever right-of-center and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a fine L.C. Smith in the always sought-after 20 ga. (13B1177810) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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190. HANDSOME CASED PAIR OF BRITISH FLINTLOCK DUELING PISTOLS BY MORTIMER 26 Bore (.56 cal), 10” smoothbore octagon barrels with slightly swamped muzzles and mostly bright very good bores showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting and light oxidation. The barrels of this fine set of pistols retain perhaps 80% of an antique plum-brown finish that is thinning to a pleasant deep gray patina along with some sparsely scattered pinprick pits. The barrel flats retain nice markings showing “H.W. MORTIMER-LONDON. GUN-MAKER. TO HIS MAJESTY…” and there are fine gold vent liners present. The locks feature later-style amenities throughout with stepped teat at rears, sliding safeties, bridled roller frizzens, waterproof pans and graceful swan-neck cocks, the neck of one showing a very old and well-executed repair. The locks have mostly toned to a pleasant smooth silver gray case-hardened patina with maker’s name in fine script and some sparse tasteful embellishments. The frizzen springs retain a hint of fire blue, the barrels are secured with a pair of wedges without escutcheons and all hardware is iron consisting of ramrod thimble, tailpipe, attractive round triggerguard, and finely detailed pineapple and urn finial. There are stand of arms along the bows of the guards and the walnut stocks are very fine featuring robust square checkering and radiating flutes at the pommels. The stocks show a few repaired thin drying cracks, some scattered dings and lightly chipped points, otherwise maintaining a nice honest appearance overall and some areas of subtle attractive grain figure. Equipped with a set of heavy iron-tipped ramrods and sighted with deep notch rear sights and small silver bead front sights, the locks also feature adjustable set triggers. One lock will require some mechanical attention as it does not hold at full cock and the other functions crisply. The pistols includes a very fine antique case with brass lid handle and clasps showing some light dings and scuffs along the exterior. The interior is lined in green baize that shows some evident pilling and fading, likely an older relining, and there are two lidded compartments and a reproduction Mortimer label. The case contains a pair of ebony-handled mahogany shank cleaning rods, a few cleaning attachments, ebony handled turnscrew that appears to be a slightly more modern make, a key, and a three-compartment flask missing its spout and its body covered in red Moroccan leather. This is a very fine pair of pistols from a excellent quality and well-regarded London maker. (13E11519-1) {ANTIQUE} (10,000/15,000)

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191. ATTRACTIVE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 THIRD MODEL RUSSIAN COMMERCIAL REVOLVER 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few areas of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this handsome revolver retain about 98% original nickel finish showing some sparse sharp edge wear, light handling marks and the nickel taking on some slight honest clouding from the years. The single line barrel address with patent dates and “RUSSIAN MODEL” callout remain crisp while the hammer and spur triggerguard retain lovely casehardened colors throughout and the remaining small parts retain essentially all of their dark gray oilquenched case-hardening. The revolver is equipped with a factory lanyard ring and the backstrap and butt show period cuts for a shoulder stock, two along the backstrap and one on the butt obscuring the serial number which now only reads “49XX0”. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered mild dings and some rather nice grain figure. The right panel is mismatched stamp-numbered “8083” though both fit very well and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. The retainer plate screw threads are worn making it loose in the topstrap and the action will require mechanical attention as the half cock not is not present and the full cock has been recut improperly, the bolt does not engage to lock the cylinder however it does time and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. No doubt this revolver suffered some sort of mechanical breakdown early in its life and then saw little use afterwards owing to its otherwise very fine cosmetic condition. (13B10826-546) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

192. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #108623, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, thinning lightly along the cylinder and showing scattered light handling marks and the odd fleck of bubbling throughout with some faint oxidation staining scattered throughout under direct light. The hammer, trigger, and ejector rod show faint remnants of gold-washed finish which has been all but lost to time with the balance toning to a shiny silvery patina. This revolver has been adorned with Nimschke-style foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot shading along the frame, with the barrel flanks showing a familiar geometric latticework pattern, with sunbursts on the side and interwoven geometric motif along the top and rear straps.

The smooth ivory grip panels rate excellent, yellowing nicely and showing only light handling wear concentrated on the right panel. All engravings and the barrel marking remain crisp and the serial number has softened slightly, and timing and lockup appear sound with the gun exhibiting slight play when locked. A beautiful Second Issue. (26B10826304) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

193. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #67858, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, showing a few scattered light handling marks with some flaking and high edge wear focused around the grip and muzzle and a minor patch of oxidation staining visible in the protected area of the barrel rib on the left side. While the trigger has toned to a smoky gunmetal patina, the ejector rod, cylinder stop, and hammer retain remarkable original nickel finish and are quite striking. The balance of the metal surfaces have been treated with handsome Nimschke-style engraving, showing punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the sides, with geometric latticework on either side of the ejector rod housing and the backstrap and barrel address showing interwoven geometric motifs and a familiar sunburst just behind the hammer. The smooth ivory grip panels rate excellent showing little if any handling wear and yellowing mildly throughout. Timing and lockup appear sound and the gun exhibits minimal play when at rest. A stellar Second Issue. (26B10826-627) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

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194. BEAUTIFUL NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 REVOLVER serial #114643, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright nearexcellent bore showing a few patches of pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This is a lovely Second Issue, retaining 98% brilliant original nickel finish, showing only perhaps a scattered light handling mark or fleck of clouding with the main apology being a few small areas of fine pinprick pitting and oxidation staining on the backstrap. It has been adorned with New Yorkstyle punch-dot backed foliate scroll engraving along the sides of the frame and barrel, surrounding diamond motifs on the barrel and cylinder flats, with foliate flourish and intertwined geometric linework along the gripstrap. The smooth ivory grips remain excellent, showing handsome caramel coloring throughout with only a few minute flecks of handling wear and timing and lockup remain sound with the gun exhibiting no discernible play. Dr. Hudson’s personal notes indicate that this revolver was acquired from the renowned collection of Andrew “Mac” McCroskie, and its beautiful presentation and excellent condition serve as ample corroboration. A fabulous No. 1 1/2. (26B10826-507) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/4000)

195. JOHN KRIDER PHILADELPHIA BREECHLOADING THUMB BREAK DOUBLE HAMMERGUN 12 ga., 31" barrels with about good bores being mostly bright but having a couple areas of moderate pitting. The barrels are engraved on top of rib "JOHN KRIDER PHILADELPHIA". Each lock shows wonderful rope style border engraving with areas of light tasteful scroll with "JOHN KRIDER" on forward section of each lock. The barrels show a single partial proof and "18.4" on flats which lead us to believe that they are probably Belgian made. The action shows no proofs of any kind and features the thumb break action used by Purdey with pivoting lever in the front bow of the triggerguard. The barrels show an even mix of original brown finish and a gray brown patina with strong damascus pattern their entire length. The action and locks show about 75% faded original color case-hardened finish blending with a smooth gray brown patina where finish is missing.

The locks are very crisp and function properly. The checkered straight grip buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured fiddleback crotch walnut and rate excellent with crisp edges, nice dropper points and sharp checkering. The forend is short measuring only 6" in length and the stocks show about 95% original oil finish. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate is cleaned to a light gray patina and provides a 14 1/4" length of pull. The gun remains tight and on-face. The quality of Krider's work is legendary and this shotgun exudes that craftsmanship. (1D11739-116) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

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196. STEVENS IDEAL MODEL 54 SCHUETZEN SPECIAL TWO BARREL SET RIFLE ON 44 1/2 ACTION serial #1747, 30" part round part octagon barrel chambered in 32-40 with a bright excellent bore and a later factory fitted 26" round barrel chambered in 22 LR with a bright excellent bore. Both barrels show matching numbers and the correct breechblocks and extractors are present for each. This is a truly fabulous Stevens Schuetzen Special. The action of this rifle features early style bold factory scroll engraving in full coverage. The barrels each retain 95% strong original blue. The action retains 90% original color case-hardened finish which is slightly faded and somewhat difficult to see because of all the engraving. The blue on frame screws is virtually 100%. The straight grip buttstock and forend have fancy checkering patterns and are of beautifully figured walnut. The condition of the stocks is wonderful with both buttstock

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and forend retaining 97% original finish and with a 1 1/2" crack on the right front side of the 32-40 forend.

The forend is equipped with its original pre Stevens-Pope palm rest and has two small and very neatly drilled holes just ahead of palm rest. The wood panel inserts on Stevens 51 style lever rate excellent retaining 80% original finish. This rifle features Schuetzen double set triggers, Stevens windage adjustable tang sight, no rear seats on either barrel, scope blocks on each barrel, front sight bases on each barrel with a single Winchester wind gauge spirit level front sight which is interchangeable with each barrel, Stevens Model 487 telescopic sight and a No. 5 heavy Schuetzen buttplate. This rifle originally belonged to Dr. E. A. Gatterdam of LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Gatterdam was a target shooter of some note, a cursory check turned up his scoring quite well at the 1905 shoot at Davenport, Iowa. The rifle comes cased in two separate cases, each of which bears a plaque embossed "Dr. E. A. GATTERDAM LA CROSSE". One case holds the rifle taken down with the 32-40 barrel and other case contains the 22 LR barrel, the scope, two molds, a Pope style capper / decapper, duplex powder measure, cast bullets, cases, turn screws, a lead ladle and other small accessories.

Overall a very fine, high grade Stevens rifle with history and a nice complement of period accessories formerly of the Dan Schlegel Collection. (1E11511-14) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (12,000/18,000)

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197. WILLIAM CASHMORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN WITH KIRKWOOD BROS. MARKING serial #17780, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked improved cylinder and full with bright very fine bores showing some sparsely scattered small areas of minor oxidation staining and the right barrel with one very tiny ding visible about mid-bore. Shotgun is Birmingham nitro proofed for 1 1/4 oz load. The barrels retain about 97% original blue showing some sparsely scattered minor freckles and light handling marks, toning overall to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The solid barrel rib shows “WM CASHMORE BIRMINGHAM” markings and “MADE FOR KIRKWOOD BROS BOSTON MASS.” The action retains about 92% vibrant case-hardened colors showing some mild muting along the bottom edges and sparse freckling, the bottom metal and top lever retaining much of their original bright blue. The action is extensively embellished with very fine quality English foliate scrollwork with areas of the scrollwork nicely overlapping and intertwining throughout. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend with push button release remain in very good to perhaps very good plus condition showing perhaps a bit of older added finish and the buttstock with a thin grain crack along the right side grip, tiny sliver behind the upper tang and a couple of very thin cracks forming on either side of the lower tang. There are the expected scattered light dings and handling marks and the diamond point checkering with mullered borders shows light wear overall. There is an un-engraved silver monogram shield along the toe line and the grooved horn buttplate shows light insect damage overall. Length-of-pull is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/2”. Lock-up is by dual under-bites and Greener crossbolt and is tight on-face. Shotgun features automatic safety, small ivory mid bead and larger silver front bead and the action seems to function well mechanically with strong ejectors. Weight is just shy of 7 lbs. 5 oz. A quality British double retailed by the well-known Kirkwood firm of Boston. (13C11739-2) {C&R} (2000/3000)

199. CUSTOM ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON GRADE SHOTGUN serial #1226574, 12 ga., 28" barrel marked full, now choked almost full. This shotgun features what appears to be its original solid rib with proper offset proof. The gun has been beautifully custom engraved and gold inlaid in the factory 12-5 pattern. The engraving consists of relief scroll with finely stippled background shading. The left side shows two dogs and a flushing grouse inlaid in gold against a wooded background. The right side shows four gold inlaid ducks in flight preparing to land against a marshy background. The barrel shows tasteful wedges of scroll at the breech and on the takedown collar and the bottom of the magazine tube shows the factory pigeon mark which has been neatly freshened. The shotgun is stocked with wonderful high grade American black walnut in the Winchester B carved fleur-de-lis pattern. The checkering on the pistolgrip shows some uneven sized diamonds along the borders. The metal surfaces of the shotgun retain 99% of a wonderful quality rust blue showing little if any use since embellishment. The stocks feature an oil rubbed finish and they rate virtually as new. This is a very handsome upgraded Model 12 shotgun manufactured around 1949. (1C11739-74) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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198. ATTRACTIVE JOHANN SPRINGER UNDERLEVER SINGLE SHOT STALKING RIFLE serial #8111, .43 cal CF, 25” round barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few minor oxidation speckles nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This is an attractive little rifle, chambered in some sort of proprietary Johann Springer black powder cartridge tentatively identified as 10x75mm Springer. The barrel retains about 90% nice quality older rust blue showing some overall mild thinning to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The action and lockplate have mostly toned to a nice mix of smokey and silvery case-hardened patina showing a little mild gray-brown speckling and some generous strong colors in the protected areas. The breech areas and most of the action and lockplate show nice crisp embellishments of fine filigree scroll with neat maker markings left and right and in a nicely detailed riband along the lockplate. The maker markings along the barrel are partially covered by the raised dovetailed bases. The checkered capped pistolgrip European walnut buttstock

and forend with lever release remain in very fine condition as very lightly cleaned with a bit of added oil finish and showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering along the pistolgrip shows some scuffs and lightly chipped points while the checkering on the forend remains mostly crisp. Buttstock features a finely embellished steel gripcap, nice left-side European cheekpiece, unengraved German silver monogram plate along the toe line and attractive grain figure throughout. The smooth steel buttplate has a small compartment likely for cleaning patches, it is not large enough to house a spare cartridge. Equipped with European sling swivels and sighted with a standing v-notch rear sight with single flip-up leaf and fine silver bead front, the aforementioned dovetailed rear bases are currently blanked. Lock-up is solid on-face and the action with rebounding hammer and double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8” and weight is 6 lbs. 10 3/4 oz. Made circa 1892, this is a handsome rifle from the famed Springer firm.

(13C11739-37) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

200. FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 CARTRIDGE BOX This is an excellent little box for No. 1 (22 Short) cartridges featuring the metallic blue label with gold embossed information, this variant without images of the revolver or cartridges. The label is lovely showing a little subtle staining and some mild wrinkling while the embossed lettering remains almost entirely intact having taken on a nice mellow patina. The label shows single 1860 patent date and pointing hand “NB” notification.

The box proper is fine marbled red and black papercovered with buff end stickers showing Smith & Wesson signature, these show some light flaking to be expected, but are otherwise quite nice, one side still mostly uncut. The interior is blue paper and has a nicely made wooden block inside. A lovely example.

(13C10826-791-3) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

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201. FINE AND VERY DESIRABLE U.M.C. FRAMED CARTRIDGE DISPLAY BOARD FROM THE “SHIFF THE GUNMAN” COLLECTION This wonderful display measures 54 1/2”x41 1/2” overall with hardwood frame displaying two large banners with raised 2” lettering with “Trade / U.M.C. / Mark” in top and “The Union Metallic Cartridge Co.” in the bottom. The board features over 200 various caliber bullets, cartridges, primers, and wads. They range in calibers from 22 Rimfire through 4 bore shotshells to a 1” Gatling gun cartridge and are surrounding a diamond pattern illustration depicting grazing elk in a mountain setting with U.M.C. overlapping the picture. The color has darkened slightly and all markings remain legible and it may benefit from a professional cleaning. It has a few minor apologies about the frame including a missing carved button on the decorative border, spots of flaking varnish, and some documented handling marks along the lower section of the frame dating back to the early 1950’s. This particular board is tied to “Shiff the Gunman” who was featured in an article published in a February 2024 edition of Man at Arms magazine written by Stuart C. Mowbray. In the article, Shiff is referred to as a “New England firearms Legend” and “one of the most unusual personalities in the old gun business”. A New Hampshire native born Carroll B. Shiffer 1878, in Tilton, N.H., and later running his gun shop out of North Woodstock, N.H till his passing in 1952. “Shiff” was known to be an eccentric personality with a very worldly past, who sold various accessories and many fantastic guns from his small backwoods shop. He has been featured in many articles as well as mentioned in some well thought of reference books. A secondary article printed in the same February 2024 edition titled “A Cartridge Board with a Story” on page 34 provides a fair amount of provenance detailing some back history and a very convincing argument this is the same board that “Shiff” sold to Richard Quigley Jr., in 1950, who later sold to its current owner in October of 1970. It is stated in the article that a cartridge and a bullet were replaced on the board prior to the current owner acquiring it and are called out accordingly as well as the minor damage to the left and right corners at each end of the lower banner. This board has survived the years well and remains in fine overall condition. Included are photocopies of the “Man at Arms” articles and correspondences between “Shiff” and Mr. Quigley, and a black and white photograph of the board. An attractive turn of the century advertising piece with New Hampshire ties that would make a fine addition to any collection. (10A11624-1) (15,000/25,000)

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202. SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 CARTRIDGE BOX This is a fine example for No. 2 (32-100 RF) cartridges featuring the metallic blue label with gold embossed information, this variant without images of the revolver or cartridges. The label is lovely showing a few thin scuffs and subtle wrinkling while the embossed lettering remains almost entirely intact showing a few slightly faded letters and a mellow patina.

The label shows single 1860 patent date and “NB” notification without pointing hand. The box proper is nice marbled maroon-pink paper-covered showing some minor flaking and edge wear. The end stickers are a pale pink color with Smith & Wesson signature and have been unsealed. The box may contain a few remaining cartridges and has been carefully wrapped with collector’s clear plastic wrap. An excellent addition to any fine cartridge box or advanced Smith & Wesson collection.

(13C10826-791-4) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

203. RARE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 CARTRIDGE BOX WITH KITTREDGE RETAILER CALLOUT This is a very nice box for the No. 3 44-100 RF cartridges (44 Henry) featuring the metallic blue label with gold embossed information without images. The label is in very fine condition showing a few light flakes, scuffs and mild wrinkles. The embossed lettering has faded somewhat taking on an honest patina and otherwise remaining completely legible.

The label shows “NB” notification without pointing hand and callout indicating they were manufactured by Smith & Wesson “FOR / B. KITTREDGE & CO. … CINCINNATI, OHIO.” The box proper is marbled deep maroon and pink with red and green speckling showing some areas of light to moderate flaking and the gray end stickers with Smith & Wesson signatures have been un-sealed, one of them mostly flaked away while the other is largely intact. The box still contains thirteen original cartridges in copper cases and without headstamps showing mild tarnishing and oxidation of the lead bullets. This is a very fine and desirable box that would make a wonderful accompaniment to your Kittredge Civil War era brass cartridge box or Henry rifle. (13C10826-7915) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

204. FULL BOX OF WINCHESTER 44 FLAT RIMFIRE AMMUNITION This is a box of 50 Winchester .44 Flat Rimfire cartridges with green label. The box remains in very good condition overall showing lightly worn corners and wear on the edges.

The orange end labels remain in very good condition as well showing light scuffing and aged markings. The cartridges appear undisturbed and exhibit even oxidation across. A very fine and highly desirable box of ammunition. (2A11418-1-68) (3000/5000)

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205. FULL BOX OF NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGES This is a box of 50 Winchester .44 Henry Rimfire Cartridges with green "Straight Border" standard label. The box remains in very good condition showing light edge separation to the left of the label and minimal wear.

The green top label rates near excellent exhibiting some light fading while

remaining 99% complete. The cartridges appear undisturbed and exhibit even moderate oxidation across. A very fine and desirable box of ammunition. (2A11418-1-135) (4,000/6,000)

206. FULL BOX OF NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. .44 HENRY RIMFIRE CARTRIDGES This is a box of 50 Winchester .44 Henry Rimfire Cartridges with green "Straight Border" small label. The box remains in excellent condition showing light age and lightly worn corners. The green top label rates ex-

cellent as well remaining 99% complete with light color fading. The cartridges appear undisturbed and exhibit even oxidation across. A very fine and desirable box of ammunition. (2A11418-1-134) (5,000/7,000)

207. FULL BOX OF WINCHESTER 44 CAL. 1873 AMMUNITION This is a box of 50 Winchester .44 Cal 1873 Central Fire Solid Head cartridges. The box remains in excellent condition overall as it presents crisp corners and edges and appears to be fully sealed. The green top label remains in excellent condition as well remaining 99% complete. A very desirable collectible box of ammunition. (2A114181-70) (1200/1800)

208. FULL SEALED BOX OF COLLECTIBLE WINCHESTER 44 CALIBER AMMUNITION FOR THE 1873 RIFLE This lot includes a 50-round two-piece box that shows an area of seam separation on the bottom left edge of the box. The box has crisp corners and edges. The green toplabel is 98% complete, remaining in excellent condition along with the side labels.

(2A11418-1-6) (700/900)

209. FULL BOX OF WINCHESTER 50-110 EXPRESS AMMUNITION This is a two-piece box of 20 Winchester 50-110 Express Cartridges for the Model 1886 with 300 gr. bullets. The box remains in very good to excellent condition overall showing some minor flaking of the blue label that remains 99% complete, along with lightly worn corners and edges. A scarce and desirable box of ammunition for the Winchester collector. (2A11418-1-74) (800/1200)

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210. VERY RARE CASED PAIR OF J. E. MERRIMAN & CO. MEMPHIS PERCUSSION DERINGER PISTOLS .44 cal, 3 1/8” barrels including breech plugs with fair-good bores showing moderate old oxidation throughout and strong rifling. This is a nice little pair of rare Tennessee pistols, the barrels and back action lockplates mostly toned to a mix of deep plum-brown and smoky gray patina with smoothed-over remnants of light pitting mostly along the sides of the barrels and around the nipple bolsters. Both barrels bear neatly engraved markings “J. E. MERRIMAN & Co. / MEMPHIS” and the metal surfaces show tasteful light foliate scrollwork and flourishes throughout, with fine line detailing and rather simple, endearing fish head hammers. The mountings are German silver throughout featuring dual bands at the breeches, triangular nose inlays, wedge escutcheons, flash plates, triggerguards with pointed finials, teardrop butt inlays, shield monogram plates atop the wrists, lock screw escutcheons with dingle downward point and attractive decorative sideplates. These all show more light scrollwork and simple borders and the monogram plates are un-engraved. The checkered walnut stocks remain in very fine condition having darkened from the years showing some scattered light dings and one pistol with some remnants of older reapplied varnish and a small repaired crack on the left side back from the tip. The checkering remains quite strong and the hardware fit is very good overall. The pistols are sighted with fine v-notch rear sights and German silver blade front sights, the half cock notch is not functional on one pistol and both are functional at full cock.

The major components shows assembly marks “I” and “II” on each pistol, respectively, and there are no apparent proof marks. In “The Deringer in America Vol. 1” by Wilson and Eberhart, Merriman is described primarily as a jeweler in Memphis who sold guns on the side and probably had his guns made by some other more established manufacturer in the country. An 1855 city directory also lists Merriman and indicates he employed “one of the most skillful London engravers”. The guns come cased in an attractive period mahogany case that shows some light dings and handling marks along the exterior retaining fine antique varnish. The interior shows a later 20th century restoration with maroon velvet lining that remains in very fine condition. There is a small lidded compartment with some cast balls and the case also contains an empty Eley cap tin, a single cavity 60 bore round ball mould, and a nice unmarked small-sized powder flask. This is very likely the only matched pair of Merriman pistols known, and were previously from the John Montague collection of fine Tennessee antique arms. (13D11549-29) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)

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211. FABULOUS PAIR OF AMERICAN PERCUSSION PISTOLS BY SCHNEIDER & CO. OF MEMPHIS MADE FOR SAMUEL VANCE .47 caliber, 8" octagon smoothbore barrels with very good bores. These are an extremely fine quality pair of American pistols. The guns feature very finely made adjustable single set triggers and the locks are finely crafted and action is very crisp. The internals of the lock are finely finished and reminiscent of a British lock. The barrel tangs house key adjustable rear sights which adjust with a square headed screw recessed into the tang immediately to the rear of the sight, this style of sight is commonly found on high quality German target pistols of the period.

The guns are stamp numbered "1" and "2" on top of bolsters with hand engraved with the same numbers on the tangs. The underside of the barrel and breech are also stamp numbered "1" and "2". The only other marking on the guns is found neatly stamped on the top of each barrel "SCHNEIDER & CO. / MEMPHIS. TENN". The barrels show gold bands at the junction with the bolster with fine simple border engraving at front and rear of bolster and around the outer edge of the tang. The locks are not marked in any way and also show the same tasteful border. The pistols are stocked in curly maple and feature slightly domed flat butts with large silver oval inlays, a style found on other Tennessee-made guns of the period. The stocks feature iron triggerguards with graceful finger spur, other furniture including the wedge escutcheons, forend tip inlays, sideplates and shield shaped monogram plates on tops of wrists are all of silver. The monogram plates are each engraved with the initials "SV". The fit of the furniture is perfect, the lock screws fit perfectly flush to the sideplates when properly indexed, you cannot even feel the screw head when running your finger over them. The condition of the guns is superb with the barrels showing 95% original brown finish overall with a little light oxidation staining here or there but the finish is very strong and even. The bolsters, tangs and locks show over

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90% original color case hardened finish which has softened over time but remains visible throughout and has a lovely antique appearance. The stocks are flat top checkered on their grips and retain 95% of their original finish. The stocks show sharp edges, rich color and just have a wonderful untouched surface. The pistols are sighted with a dovetail mounted fine blade front sight and the previously mentioned German-style elevation adjustable rear sights. The pistols come in their original case which is made with walnut sides (the frame if you will) with what appear to be butternut top and bottom. This gives the case a nice two-tone appearance with the light colored butternut contrasting nicely with the darker walnut sides. The case lid is quite warped with the front edge being almost 1" open at one side and 1/2" at the other when the lid is closed. The case again is untouched with lovely original surface, the interior lined in green baize with two covered compartments and four open compartments. The accessories housed in the case include a nice fluted American Flask & Cap Co. flask which retains about 95% of its original lacquer, a single cavity bullet mould, two cap tins, a cleaning/ramrod, "T" shaped iron combination tool, ebony handled nipple wrench and two case keys. The sight adjustment key is no longer present. The interior of the case remains in excellent condition.

These pistols are illustrated in Wilson's The Peacemakers: Arms and Adventure in the American West. It is in the caption in this publication that identifies the initials "SV" as being those of Samuel Vance. The Vance's were a prominent family in Memphis with Samuel's father, Samuel Vance, III (1784-1823) owning a chain of mercantile stores along the Cumberland and Ohio rivers along with a line of small steamboats used to supply his chain of stores. Samuel Vance was born around 1823, the year his father died. There is little written about him but he was indeed a Captain in Co. F of the 2nd Tennessee Infantry being commissioned on May 1, 1861. He died in 1868 of consumption (tuberculosis) at his sister’s home in Memphis. His sister, Elizabeth Vance Topp was married to prominent Memphis attorney Robertson Topp, who served in the Tennessee State Legislature from 1835-1839. There is speculation in some references including “The Deringer in America” that Schneider was a retailer and did not actually manufacture the firearms that he sold and further stating that many were purchased from John Mullin of New York City. Judging from the quality of these pistols, which will stand up to any Philadelphia or New York made gun of the period, this could very well be true. Whether made in New York, Philadelphia or Memphis, they are as American as apple pie, not highly embellished but of the finest quality of the period and remaining in superb all original condition. Only one other set of belt size pistols by Schneider are known, they bear the same markings, adjustable sights and furniture but are stocked in walnut. They also have slightly different locks which appear to be affixed by the same screw passing through the sideplate but have an additional screw through the lockplate and into the bolster. These are simply a fabulous set of American percussion pistols which would be right at home in the finest and most advanced collection of American arms. (1H11739-103) {ANTIQUE} [Former Frank Berry Collection] (10,000/20,000)

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212. RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER serial #28373, 44 S&W American, 8” relined barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of pinprick pitting and crisp rifling. This revolver shows fine factory engraving characteristic of Gustave Young featuring nice flowing foliate scrollwork with fine line detailing, punch-dot shading and border lines.

The scrollwork along the sides of the barrel and behind the hammer show Young’s distinctive cinches in the centers of the scroll and the engraving remains very attractive and mostly crisp throughout. The rear areas of the barrel show remnants of original bright blue while the majority shows what appears to be an older reapplied smooth plum-brown finish. The cylinder has mostly flaked to a medium gray-brown patina while the frame retains perhaps 60% original bright blue thinning and flaking to a pleasant medium gray-brown patina along with some mild oxidation staining here and there. The single line barrel address with patent dates remains strong while the hammer and triggerguard are a pleasant smoky casehardened patina showing wisps of good colors and the trigger shows dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The inside “water table” of the frame shows two small old plug repairs that are a bit curious but unobtrusive. The revolver wears a set of nice original smooth ivory grips that rate very fine exhibiting some noticeable shrinkage from the years along with some honest crackling on the bases, nice striations and a fine patina. The insides of the grip panels are unmarked and the numbered parts are matching by assembly number. The latch spring is broken or missing and barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a little minor play. The action otherwise seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. Factory records will indicate that this revolver was shipped on February 18, 1874 to the Pratt & Whitney Company of Hartford. The record indicates a blued revolver, 8” inch barrel, factory-engraved and with ivory grips. The revolver was invoiced at $39.00 along with $9 for accessories and $7.50 for 500 cartridges; the accessory charge may have been for the grips and/or a now-lost case. An interesting and very attractive revolver shipped to the famous Pratt & Whitney firm, engraved Second Model Americans also being quite rare in their own right. (13E10826-323) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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213. WONDERFUL HOWARD DOVE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID COLT NEW SERVICE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #316527, 357 Magnum, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing one tiny spot of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This 1922-made revolver has been masterfully embellished by the well respected Howard Dove, who was a Colt factory master engraver from about 1978 to 1985 before setting up his own business doing work for the custom shops of both Colt and Winchester. This revolver features about 75% coverage of excellent quality detailed flowing foliate scrollwork and fine punch-dot shading that remains clean and crisp throughout. This is further accented by some very tasteful delicate gold line inlays at muzzle and barrel shank, edges of the cylinder flutes, above the grips and along the sides of the topstrap which terminate to a curlicue entangled with foliate scrollwork. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality polished blue showing one tiny scuff mark on the backstrap that normally would not be worth the mention. The sides of the hammer are polished bright and the lanyard ring hole has been neatly plugged. The serial number on the frame appears to have been restamped post-refinishing with the crane matching in original factory font. The remaining original factory markings remain intact and strong, the caliber marking inlaid in gold and the Rampant Colt flanked by scroll while the left side of the grip frame beneath the panel is signed “HMD”. The revolver wears a very fine set of smooth ivory grips that remain in excellent condition showing a nice medium patina, prominent grain and some honest crackling along the bases. The left panel is further enhanced with a beautiful scrimshawed Federal Eagle. This is an exceptional and very tasteful New Service revolver for the discerning collector, sadly Mr. Dove left the world of firearms artistry too soon, passing away in 1994 at the age of 52. (13E11759-32) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

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214. STUNNING GEORGE SPRING ENGRAVED & GOLD-INLAID COLT NATIONAL MATCH 38 SPECIAL MID-RANGE PISTOL

serial #6460-MR, 38 Special Mid-Range, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a spectacular 1970-made MKIII pistol engraved by George Spring, who started working as a master engraver at Colt around 1975. This pistol is profusely engraved in nearly 100% coverage with the very finest flowing foliate scrollwork that shows lovely detail and matted background shading, the shading transitioning to punch-dots along the top of the slide and undersides of the frame. There are beautiful foliate borders and fan-like motifs around the triggerguard and foliate scroll even graces the exposed area of the barrel.

The wonderful embellishments are further enhanced by delicate gold line border inlays, serial number inlaid in gold and the slide lock, manual safety and grip safety with lovely gold crosshatching. The pistol is neatly signed “SPRING” on the right side of the frame beneath the grip panel and the original factory markings are intact and strong. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% excellent quality restored polished blue, the only loss due to some very sparsely scattered minor oxidation speckles only really noticeable upon close inspection and under bright light. The pistol wears a set of handsome smooth ivory grips that remain in excellent condition showing some nice grain striations throughout. The original target sights with adjustable Elliason rear are intact and one original magazine is included. The pistol also appears to have seen some custom fitting of the slide, frame and barrel bushing by a gunsmith as the tolerances are now extremely tight. This is an exceptional Colt from a well-respected and truly skilled artist. (13F1175930) {C&R} (8,000/12,000)

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215. FINE JAMES PURDEY BEST QUALITY SELFOPENING SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #23668, 12 ga (2 5/8”), 27” Whitworth steel chopper lump barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified with bright excellent bores. This is a very nice 1928-made ejectorgun that has seen some honest use through the years but remains a fine example of Purdey’s Best Quality work. The undersides of the barrels bear London nitro-proofs for 1 1/8 oz. 2 5/8” shells, also showing a “(Crown) / cursive R” stamp indicating a London reproof. The barrels retain about 70% of an old quality British re-blacking fading to a pleasant smooth gray under bright light and showing some scattered minor handling marks and light freckling. The sunken rib retains strong Purdey address and Whitworth steel markings and the action and lockplates have mostly toned to an attractive silvery casehardened patina. The action and lockplates are embellished in full coverage with the finest quality tight English filigree scrollwork and rose bouquets, all remaining intact and crisp throughout, and “SAFE” is inlaid in gold at the upper tang. The triggerguard has mostly toned to a smooth gray patina and the top lever shows fading blue. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in good condition, the buttstock showing a neatly repaired break in the wrist, visible upon close inspection and no doubt done very long ago and one of the triggerguard screws is loose. Stocks otherwise show some scattered light dings and handling marks from the field and retain very nice fit, strong checkering and well-defined drop points. The wood exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout and a German silver monogram plate is set along the toe line and engraved with the initials “C.C.B.”. Length-of-pull to the solid red rubber pad with black hard rubber spacer is 14 1/2” (13 5/8” to the end of the wood) with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. Weight is 6 lbs. 8 3/4 oz. and the barrels are sighted with a fine silver bead. The barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever resting about center. The arm features the classic Purdey-Beesley self-opening action, double triggers, automatic safety and dial cocking indicators. Constrictions are about 0.006 and 0.028 and minimum wall thicknesses are about 0.025” with most areas well above this. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. The gun includes its original leather-covered motor case, which can accommodate two shotguns.

The case rates about very good showing honest wear with moderate scuffing, mild staining and areas of loosened stitching along the exterior. One buckle strap has been lost to the years, there are some remnants of old stickers on one end and the back side of the body shows a number of period stickers over one another, the top one being a shipping label from a Mrs. John B. Corning of Kennebunkport, Maine addressed to the gun’s owner Dr. Charles C. Bassett (“C.C.B.”). The interior shows some honest wear and the Purdey lid label is very fine. The case contains two small antique ivory containers, one empty and the other containing four spare gold-washed firing pins. Finally included is the first page of a typewritten letter response from Purdey to the owner dated March 16, 1933. In it the firm expresses they are “glad to hear that the light gun which we made for you in 1928 has given satisfaction” along with a report on the patterning of the gun with two different loads: Right 150 and Left 204 with a 1 oz. No. 6 shell loaded with 33 grains E.C. and Right 147 and Left 203 with a 1 oz. No. 6 shell loaded with 40 grains Schultze (270 in a load). The letter then goes on with some comments about the ongoing Great Depression but cuts off mid-sentence as the next page has been lost to the years. Finally included is the original Purdey manual in very fine condition with card stuck to the first page listing the charges for this gun by serial number; a very interesting and seldom seen accompaniment to the gun! This is a very respectable and honest Purdey double from the late 20s.

(13F11558-1) {C&R} (8,000/12,000)

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216. WONDERFUL BELGIAN MAUSER MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE BY AUGUST FRANCOTTE serial #21485, 338 Win Mag, 25 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this lovely big game rifle retains about 98% original polished blue showing some very mild operational wear along the bold body and a few light scuff marks along the upper tang raceway from bolt installation. The left side of the barrel shank shows “(Crown) / AF” Francotte marking while the top of the barrel shows a very fine marking “Made in Belgium by Aug. Francotte Cal. 338 Mag.” in gold and the left side of the barrel is neatly engraved with Atlanta Outfitters U.S. retailer agent markings. The bolt handle is swept back slightly and features a finely checkered flat-faced knob.

The extended upper tang shows nice foliate scrollwork engraving while the bottom metal, triggerguard with full pistolgrip tang, and pistolgrip cap are case-hardened now mostly toned to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina with some vibrant colors in the protected areas around the triggerguard. These are embellished in full coverage with excellent quality detailed flowing foliate scrollwork and finely stippled background shading, the floral screw heads retaining nice fire blue, the serial number inlaid in gold along the lower tang and the floorplate featuring a nice gold portrait of a bear. The traditional checkered pistolgrip walnut sporting stock featured contrasting rosewood forend tip and Pachmayr flush mount sling swivels. The stock rates excellent showing a nice oil finish and a few sparsely scattered light handling marks. The left edge of the stock has not been relieved for the thumb cutout of the receiver as Francotte no doubt just used a commercially available Belgian Mauser action and obviously a provision for using stripper clips with 338 was not necessary. The fine checkering remains intact and strong and the wood exhibits lovely grain figure throughout. The buttplate is also very handsome, bearing a silvery case-hardened patina and is engraved with a very nice wide crosshatched pattern and some fine foliate scrollwork. The rifle is equipped with a single traditional trigger and also features a nice quarter rib with fine top matting, foliate scroll flourish and gold inlaid “7” at rear sighted with express rear sight with a pair of flip-up leaves and generous front sight base equipped with a large silver

bead and optional flip-up hood.

A spare front sight insert remains housed in the pistolgrip compartment, length-of-pull is 14 1/2” and weight is 7 lbs.

14 oz. The bolt is matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A beautiful Francotte sporting rifle in the popular 338 Win Mag chambering suitable for all manner of North American game. (13F117783) {C&R} (7000/9000)

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217. WESTLEY RICHARDS 1871 PATENT MARTINI EXPRESS RIFLE

serial #1756, .577/500 No. 2, 28" round barrel with full-length rib and a very good Henry Patent rifled bore. The action shows full coverage scroll overall with the left side of action reading "WESTLEY RICHARDS / PATENT EXPRESS RIFLE / 170 NEW BOND ST. LONDON" in riband. The top of the action shows Westley Richards' triangle trademark with the date of manufacture "1883" engraved within. The barrel has a full-length wide rib that is neatly matted and reads near breech "HENRY'S PATENT RIFLING" along with "EXPRESS" and "FOR NO. 2 CASE", additionally it is serial numbered "1756" and shows Birmingham proofmarks. The barrel shows an nice even and smooth gray brown patina overall with some scattered light pitting and oxidation staining in areas. The frame is a little more gray but the surface is much the same as the barrel with engraving remaining quite strong and pleasing to the eye. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend show a good deal of wear to the checkering with a coat of added finish atop that wear. There is some chipping along the top edge of the forend which terminates in a horn tip and there may have been an attempt to freshen the checkering in areas. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate has a trapdoor compartment and the rifle has a sling eye mounted in the toeline of buttstock with the front mounted to the bottom of the center cleaning rod thimble. The cleaning rod is no longer present. A very nice quality and high grade Westley Richards Martini sporting rifle. (1B11625-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

218. SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF PRE-WAR NEPTUN STANDARD DRILLING

serial #17222, 16 ga (2 5/8”) over 8x57 JR, 23 5/8” Rochling Elektro-stahl shotgun barrels choked full in both with bright very fine bores showing a few raised shallow dents in both, the Krupp Lauf-stahl rifle barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrels of this January 1935 proofdated drilling retain perhaps 90% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and mild fading to smooth gray patina under bright light. The action and lockplates are an attractive smooth gray and silvery case-hardened patina and are embellished in full coverage with lovely Germanic foliate motifs and punch-dot background shading, the lockplates with fine forest scenes of a game dog with two pheasant in flight on the right and a doe and roebuck on the left, the buck rubbing his antlers on a tree. The top lever and rifle barrel selector show slightly fading original blue, the top lever neatly engraved with a monogram that appears to be “HB”. The skipline checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the buttstock with a few small repairs along the edges below the lockplates. The sides of the buttstock show some lovely flowing grain figure throughout and the stock features hogs back comb and a rather deep squared-off left side cheekpiece. Length-of-pull to the lightly embellished smooth steel buttplate is 13 1/2” and the interior is cut for a 22 LR conversion unit and two centerfire and rimfire cartridges beneath the trap. An original rimfire conversion unit is included serial-numbered “2814” and with a bright excellent bore, the unit retaining about 90% original blue. The horn triggerguard shows a number of repaired breaks and cracks. The drilling is equipped with a Hensoldt Zieljagd 4X scope number “31620” that mounts into the Krieghoff Montage system, the scope in fine condition with German reticle and about very good optics that show some mild occlusions around the periphery but otherwise serviceable. The arm features Krieghoff’s hand-detachable locks and trigger assembly, dial cocking indicators and rifle cocking tang slider which automatically flips up the u-notch rear sight. Lock-up is solid on-face with top lever resting about center and the action with front rifle set trigger seems to function well mechanically. Weight is just a touch over 8 lbs. with the scope and a touch over 7 lbs. without. A fine example of the classic Krieghoff drilling. (13D11634-1) {C&R} (5000/7000)

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219. STUNNING MARLIN BALLARD NO. 6 MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE CUSTOMIZED BY STEVENS-POPE

serial #2636, 32-40, 30 1/2" full octagon Stevens - Pope barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fabulous rifle. The custom features of this rifle include a Stevens - Pope barrel which is numbered to this rifle and bears Pope #1766, false muzzle and brass starter which are both numbered "1766", a rarely encountered Stevens forend with finger-tip rest with cork pad which is numbered to this rifle, a Stevens scope and a Pope windage adjustable tang mounted sight. The action of this rifle is faceted on top flats and features wonderful scroll engraving which very much looks like the work of L.D. Nimschke with expertly executed relief scroll with finely punch dot shaded background. The front of the action shows interrupted line borders with the rear of the action showing a lovely rope border around its entire circumference. The rifle is equipped with adjustable double set triggers which function properly housed within a spur and loop lever. The beautifully figured European walnut checkered straight grip buttstock with heavy Schuetzen buttplate is original Marlin equipment. The condition of this rifle is fabulous. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish overall. The action retains 98% strong original Stevens color case-hardened finish applied at time of barreling. The buttstock rates excellent plus with 97% original finish and with strong checkering. The forend with typical Stevens schnabel tip and fancy checkering rates excellent plus with nearly all of its original finish, strong checkering and very good original cork. The rifle features a Stevens globe target front sight, no rear seat and a windage adjustable Pope tang mounted peep sight. The heavy Marlin Schuetzen buttplate retains 98% of its original nickel plated finish. The Stevens No. 486 scope rates excellent plus with nearly all of its original blue and with interesting post and fine bead reticle. The rifle is also accompanied by a period leather covered shooters box containing an unmarked Pope mold, Pope capper / decapper, Ideal duplex No. 6 powder measure, grease pump, cases, primers, an oiler, cleaning rod and several other small accessories. This rifle is illustrated and discussed on pages 174 & 175 of the Stevens-Pope Book and it was previously part of the Dan Schlegel Collection of American Single Shot rifles. A fabulous, top shelf custom Stevens Pope Ballard rifle with extremely fine engraving. (1F11511-21) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection].

(12,000/18,000)

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220. FINE SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF PRE-WAR SIDELOCK DRILLING serial #7652, 16 ga (2 5/8”) over 9.3x72R, 26 3/8” Wittener Gewehrlaufstahl barrels choked improved modified and full with bright very fine bores showing a little subtle frosting and a couple of tiny shallow dings that are just barely noticeable, the rifle bore similar with some fine frosting in the grooves and crisp rifling. This is an attractive drilling, the barrels retaining about 85% evenly thinning original blue with areas toning to a mild gray patina under bright light along with a few light handling marks and oxidation speckles. There is a bit of audible loosened solder between the ribs that is relatively minor and the solid rib is finely matted showing maker’s name inlaid in gold and dual gold bands at the breeches. The action and lockplates retain generous vibrant case-hardened colors scattered throughout mixing with some areas of mild gray-brown and pleasant silvery case-hardened patina overall.

The top lever retains about 95% original bright blue while the triggerguard and rifle barrel selector lever retain about 85% bright blue. The arm is finely embellished with lovely banknote filigree scrollwork and tight foliate motifs, the fences with bold acanthus leaves with punch-dot shading and top surfaces nicely matted. There are lovely game scenes surrounded by gold wire inlay featuring stag with a pair of does on the right lockplate, another pair on the left and the bow of the guard with an auerhahn. The embellishments continue along onto the nice button release spring-loaded three-cartridge trap along the toe line, the cover of which shows more gold inlay and a small game scene with a pair of woodcock in flight. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very fine condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few thin slivers missing along the forend edges, scattered light dings and moderately worn checkering. Stock features horn grip tang, pistolgrip cap and checkered buttplate, left-side cheekpiece and hogs back comb. The barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual underlugs with sideclips and hidden Greener crossbolt and the top lever resting about center. The arm features safety lever on the left lock-plate, dial cocking indicators, European sling swivels, rifle sidelever and front set trigger, silver bead front sight and automatic silver-inlaid u-notch rear rifle sight. The right lock will require some mechanical attention as the trigger does not fire though the left lock and rifle mechanism seem to function well mechanically. Length-of-pull is 15 1/4” and weight is 7 lbs. 4 3/4 oz. A fine and classic high grade drilling from the respected Krieghoff firm. (13D11634-2) {C&R} (3000/5000)

221.

EL PASO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER

serial #125835, 44-40, 4 3/4" barrel with a very good bore that remains quite bright with a few patches of light pitting and with strong rifling its entire length.

This is a nice honest working gun that was shipped to Ketelsen & Degetau in El Paso in August of 1888 as part of a six-gun shipment. The left side of the barrel is roll marked "FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" and the top of the barrel shows the proper two-line address. The metal surfaces of the revolver show an even gray-brown patina overall with traces of original blue in some of the protected areas, mostly on the bottom of the barrel. The revolver wears a pair of checkered hard rubber eagle grips which show light to moderate wear, commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The revolver cycles and locks up properly. Ketelsen & Degetau were a dry goods and hardware store that were also Colt dealers. They had locations in Cuidad Juarez and Chihuahua Mexico as well as El Paso. Ketelsen & Degetau were the shipping destination of guns delivered to John Wesley Hardin along with other personalities of the American Southwest. It is interesting to note that during the second day of the battle of Juarez on May 9, 1911, their Juarez location was destroyed by a fire set by Pancho Villa's troops. A nice example of these desirable Southwest Frontier shipped Colt Single Action Army revolvers. (1C11523-110) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

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222. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER serial #122762, 44-40, 4 3/4" barrel with a good bore that shows scattered pitting throughout and with its original black powder rifling visible throughout. This revolver is one of the 650 guns ordered by Manzanares & Company of Las Vegas, Territory of New Mexico in 1887. The barrel and ejector rod housing show generous traces to perhaps 10 or 15% bright original blue finish along the protected areas. The two-line address remains fully legible and the etched panel is quite crisp leading us to wonder if it was restored, regardless, it looks excellent and remains fully legible. The balance of the metal surfaces retain a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with some traces of faded original color case hardening on the frame. The revolver is equipped with an added, custom one-piece walnut grip which rates excellent and fits decently. The revolver cycles properly and locks up, it holds in all three position but only clicks three times when cycled. The cylinder shows noticeable drags coming out of each stop. Manzanares shipped Colts are much sought after by today's collectors as Las Vegas, Territory of New Mexico was a popular and booming area during the latter half of the 19th century. Western personalities such as Doc Holliday, Big Nose Kate, Wyatt Earp, Billy the Kid, Jesse James and Dave Rudabaugh all spent time in Las Vegas. The revolver comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration (but listing rubber grips) and showing shipment to Manzanares & Company on August 19, 1887 as part of a 50 gun shipment. A very handsome and desirable Southwest shipped Colt Frontier Six Shooter revolver.

(1D11523-113) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)

223. COLE AGEE ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #183319, 44-40, 4 3/4" barrel with a worn bore with faint but visible rifling its entire length. The revolver was built in 1899 and shows very nicely executed relief floral scroll engraving in quite full coverage. The backgrounds are shaded with neatly executed punch dot shading. The revolver retains 98% excellent post engraving nickel-plated finish overall with engraving remaining sharp and crisp. There is even pitting on the sides of the grip frame and other scattered light pitting that is visible beneath the finish in the unengraved areas such as the cylinder flutes. The revolver cycles and locks up properly but will turn off of the first notch with a little pressure. The revolver wears a pair of nice period and factory mother-of-pearl grips with Colt medallions, they are original Colt but likely not fitted to this gun by Colt. The revolver is accompanied by a 1988 dated letter from Leo P. Benedetti who states that he purchased the gun from Cole Agee at a gun show in Trinidad, Colorado in October of 1946. The letter lists the gun by serial number and states that Agee certified that he engraved the gun. Agee, best known for inventing the "Cattlebrand" style of engraving sold this gun to Benedetti the year before he engraved his first Cattlebrand revolver for the President of Mexico in 1947. A good early example of Agee's engraving. (1C11523-125) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

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224. FINE HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT RIG

BY KELLY & HAIRSTON OF SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO This is a wonderful rig which appears all original and remains supple and in excellent condition. The jockstrap style holster fits a 4 3/4" Colt Single Action and is nicely tooled with a repetitive pattern and is marked "KELLY & HAIRSTON / SILVER CITY." This same marking appears on the section of the billet that is sewn to the gun belt. Both markings remain clear and legible. The money belt is three inches wide and has a 1 1/4" money slot beneath the buckle. The leather is all a nice even light russet color with the belt measuring 41" overall with cartridge loops its entire length with several 32-20 cartridges present. The buckle billet is marked "32-30 (or 80)" and the nickel plated buckle remains in excellent condition. The rig is in overall excellent condition with nice surface to the leather which shows just a couple small areas of wear, one at the mouth of the holster and a couple small areas on the edges of the belt. The rivets remain clean and tight and the leather hammer thong is intact.

A very handsome and fine Silver City New Mexico made gun rig. (1C11523-131) [Jim Thrash Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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225. NICE TOOLED LEATHER HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT RIG BY HENRY NORDHAUS OF DEMING, NEW MEXICO The holster has been decorated, during the period of use, with twenty brass tacks including large tacks at the center of each of the maker marks. The holster and belt are both marked "45" and the holster fits a 4 3/4" Colt Single Action Army. The holster shows full coverage hand tooling on its exterior surface and shows wear and some loose stitching at the throat and some additional loose stitching on the back. There is an area of considerable wear at the bottom backside of the holster where it would make contact with the wearer's hip and the hammer thong has been lost to the years. The money belt is 40 1/2" overall with cartridge loops the entire length. The portion of the billet stitched to the belt is also marked "45" and has the same "HENRY NORDHAUS / MAKER / DEMING, NM" maker marking that appears twice on the holster. The belt is 3" wide and has a 1 1/2" money slot beneath the buckle. The stitching remains intact on the belt which remains in about excellent condition with supple leather. While the belt seems to be in a bit better condition than the holster, they appear to have been together for quite some time. A nice Nordhaus rig with lots of character. (1C11523-134) [Jim Thrash Collection] (5000/8000)

226. VERY FINE LEATHER HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT RIG BY C.E. COGGSHALL OF MILES CITY MONTANA This Mexican loop style holster fits a 4 3/4" Colt Single Action revolver and remains in very nice condition. The holster shows simple tooled border with bold and clear maker marking "C.E. COGGSHALL / (five pointed star) / MILES CITY. MONT.", the same marking appears on the billet. The belt measures 3" wide with a 1 1/2" money slot beneath the buckle, the opposite end of the belt had its stitching neatly removed during the period of use giving access to that end as well. The leather belt remains quite supple measuring 45" overall to end of billet with cartridge loops its entire length. The holster is in very good condition with a nice surface and with a small tear in the edge of the leather where the triggerguard enters and there is also wear where the hammer makes contact.

There is no retaining strap and it doesn't appear that there ever was one. These late 19th century Montana made gun rigs are extremely rare and highly sought after. A great opportunity for the American Frontier collector to add a wonderful money belt rig to their collection. (1C11523-138) [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)

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227. WINCHESTER MODEL 92 TRAPPER CARBINE serial #948507, 44 W.C.F., 16” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube retain about 92% original blue with mild thinning on the barrel and scattered light wear and handling marks on both, and the barrel bands have worn to gray with areas of light oxidation staining. The receiver retains about 75-80% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, finely speckled remnants of old oxidation, and some light handling marks including an attractive ghost ring left from contact with the saddle ring; the loading gate shows nice fire blue. The straight grip walnut stock is in near excellent condition as lightly cleaned with a handful of scattered light dings and handling marks, the steel buttplate intact with general wear toning to pewter at the heel and toe, and light oxidation staining. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, the left side of the barrel reading “—MODEL 92— WINCHESTER — 44 W.C.F. — / TRADE MARK”, and the right “MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO / NEW HAVEN, CONN.”. The carbine is sighted with a Marble’s 94-C white bead front sight and a ladder-style rear sight, and three screws show the beginnings of slot wear. A nicely preserved saddle ring carbine, a fine option for the Winchester collector. (14B11523-41) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)

228. WINCHESTER MODEL 92 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH MAIL ORDER-PROOFED RECEIVER serial #891307, 44 W.C.F., 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright very good bore with scattered patches of light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1920-vintage carbine retain about 95% original blue, the magazine perhaps being a period quality reapplied rust blue, with light silvering at the muzzle and scattered freckling and light handling marks. The barrel bands retain similar amounts of blue, and the receiver retains about 85% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, mild thinning, and light toning to brown and small spots of old oxidation on the bolt and around the intact saddle ring and stud, a mild ghost ring present beneath it. The lever shows light wear on the high edges and is flaking lightly to brown under bright light.

The straight grip gumwood stock is in very good plus condition as perhaps lightly cleaned with a few scattered light dings and handling marks, the steel carbine buttplate lightly proud at the toe, and the forend is in very good condition with an excellent quality 1 1/2” filler-repair at the rear and a few light handling marks. The carbine displays curious proofing arrangement, the standard “WP” proofs marked on both barrel and receiver, with a clear oval “P” mail-order proof also stamped on the receiver ring.

Normally found on the barrel, the placement of this proof suggest Winchester shipped the receiver unassembled, to be completed at its destination. The carbine is sighted with a pinned blade front sight and ladder-style rear sight, one or two screws show light slot wear, and the saddle ring and staple are intact. An attractive Winchester Model 92 offering an interesting research opportunity.

(14B11523-43) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2500/4000)

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229. WONDERFUL CUSTOM DAKOTA 76 MAGNUM MAGAZINE RIFLE BY CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN serial #Galazan-08, 375 H&H, 24" barrel with a bright likely unfired, bore. This is an astonishing rifle.

The barrel retains all its original deep blue with the receiver showing all of its color case-hardened finish with vivid blues, greens, purples and pinks. The bottom metal is blued and the bolt body is polished bright with the extractor and bolt handle finished in blue. The rifle features extremely fine scroll covering the entire receiver with flawless gold wire border inlay; the bottom metal shows the same fine rose and scroll. The rifle is stocked classic-style in spectacular Turkish walnut with an ebony tip, skeleton steel pistolgrip cap and a classic leather covered recoil pad; length of pull is 14 1/4". The grip cap is flawlessly fit with checkered center with uncheckered border and is finished in vivid color case-hardening. Dakota swivel base inlaid along the toeline with a banded front swivel base. The stock of course rates as-new and the grain figure really is lovely, the checkered panels with nice mullered borders and a beautifully formed shadowline cheekpiece. Not to be outdone by the fine metalwork, the stocker has inlaid gold game scene animals left and right at mid-stock, each inlay precisely, finely engraved.

The left inlay features three kudu and the right four cape buffalo. The barrel is equipped with a banded ramp mounted fiber optic blade front with pierced hood along with removable fixed rear sight mounted in case hardened ramp. The receiver is equipped with Talley quick detachable rings on applied square bridge bases, all color case hardened, which await your choice of optic. This is a phenomenal magazine rifle, finished to the highest level in all aspects and chambered in very versatile, potent and popular chambering. If you are one who enjoys the finer things in life, this rifle is for you. (1E11778-18) {MODERN} (12,000/18,000)

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230. WINCHESTER POPE MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL MUZZLE LOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #117696, 32-40, 32" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel is marked on top "H.M. POPE" and lacks any other markings, which is not uncommon for these later, round Jersey City manufactured barrels. The bore features left hand rifling with eight wide grooves and narrow lands. While the barrel is unnumbered, the rifle is equipped with what appears to be its original false muzzle numbered "533", which fits and aligns perfectly. This rifle features factory Schuetzen double set triggers, a Pope palm rest, scroll lever, Soule tang mounted peepsight and wonderful period custom walnut Schuetzen stock. The stock is a full pistol grip with high shadowline cheekpiece with beveled flare. The stock is very nicely made and has a look quite similar to the stocks made by Henry Berg of Davenport, Iowa. The barrel retains 90% evenly thinning original blue finish. The action retains 95% bright original blue with loss due to some very light flaking and metal has turned to a pleasing smooth brown patina in those small areas of loss. The buttstock is of highly figured walnut and rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining. The pistol grip has a slightly more bold curve than a standard Winchester pistol grip therefore the lower tang was bent slightly when this stock was fitted to the rifle. The buttplate is a Winchester Laudensack style and it retains most of its original blue finish. The forend which is likely original to this rifle is inletted for an octagon barrel and was reinstalled to this round Pope barrel. The rifle has a globe target front sight, no rear seat and a Soule Vernier adjustable tang peep sight. The rifle is also equipped with target blocks which secure a Winchester A-5 scope which remains in very similar condition as the balance of this rifle. Rifle comes with an unmarked Pope mold, Pope grease pump and capper/decapper along with an Ideal No. 6 Duplex powder measure, an aluminum starter and breech seater, primers, extra grease sticks, Schuetzen Smokeless powder flask, all in a leather hinge top shooters box. A very handsome and interesting Pope High Wall Schuetzen rifle formerly in the Dan Schlegel Collection. (1F11511-18) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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231. RARE AUSTRALIAN SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH 6 1/2” BARREL, STOCK & HOLSTERS

serial #23297, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered spots of light pitting and otherwise mostly crisp rifling throughout.

Only 30 revolvers were ordered by Australia with 6 1/2” barrels, however sources indicate these were not cut for stocks, while this example is. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 60% original nickel finish flaking and blending with areas of gunmetal gray and mild gray-brown patina along with some scattered old oxidation staining and a few spots of light pitting on the left side of the barrel and along the cylinder flats. The hammer and triggerguard retain generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the trigger shows good straw color in the more protected areas. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the butt shows proper broad arrow stamp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in about very good plus condition showing some lightly chipped points and dings from the years. The scratched number on the right panel is not visible and the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically. The included original shoulder stock is serial #23395 and also shows broad arrow stamp on the hardware, retaining about 95% original nickel finish. The walnut rates very fine showing some scattered light dings and the hard rubber buttplate shows a small chip at the toe and otherwise remains intact; the stock fits the frame nicely. Also included is an original brown leather flap holster and stock case that remain in very good plus condition showing some areas of old staining or darkening and some light to perhaps moderate drying and crackling along the edges. The stitching and hardware otherwise remains strong and intact, the inside flap of the holster shows a “1” stamp while the stock case shows a “6” and a broad arrow on the inside body. This is a wonderful complete ensemble for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (13C10826-599,216,195) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

232. AUSTRALIAN SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH STOCK & HOLSTER

serial #12446, 44 S&W Russian, 7” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 65-70% original nickel finish showing moderate flaking along the left side barrel, rib and one cylinder flat toning to a lightly oxidized brown patina. There are some smaller scattered flaked areas and light dings as well and the hammer and triggerguard retain a healthy amount of vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The trigger retains some pale straw color and the latch shows nice dark gray oil-quenched casehardening. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the butt shows proper broad arrow stamp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The right panel appears to be un-numbered and their fit is otherwise very nice. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer seems to function well mechanically. The included original shoulder stock is serial #12405, quite close to the revolver, along with broad arrow stamp, and retains about 92% original nickel finish showing some light flaking.

The factory apparently used hardware originally intended for a tang sight to assemble this stock as there is a plug ahead of the tang. The walnut rates near excellent showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the original hard rubber buttplate also near excellent. The stock fits the frame very nicely. Finally included is a rare original brown leather saddle holster for housing the revolver with the stock affixed. The holster rates about very good showing some areas of drying and mild staining, the flaps and closure straps exhibiting some moderate overall crackling as well. The stitching and hardware is otherwise intact and strong and the inside of the flap is stamped with a “(Broad Arrow) / 51”. This is a very rare and desirable ensemble for the advanced collector. (13C10826-522,790) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

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233. JAPANESE NAVY SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER serial #24840, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles scattered about and otherwise crisp rifling. This late Japanese contract revolver features the more seldom-seen tiny plain anchor stamp on the rear knuckle of the frame. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mix of deep gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina showing scattered light pitting and dings from honest service, the gripstraps with a few more moderate pits. There are some generous streaks of original bright blue throughout and the hammer and triggerguard retain some remnants of smoky gray case-hardening.

All markings remain intact and strong and the smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition showing flaking old varnish and dings. The right panel is stamp-numbered “8339” and their fit is generally quite good. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of play and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of a scarce variant.

(13B10826-605) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

234. SCARCE TURKISH CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL RUSSIAN RIMFIRE REVOLVER serial #51476, 44 Henry RF, 7” barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing light pitting and darkness in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling.

In 1877 Turkey ordered another batch of 7,000 revolvers chambered in 44 Henry RF but by this point Smith & Wesson was essentially starting to discontinue the rimfire offering. Centerfire frames had to be modified with a plug and the factory only had 2000 cylinders on hand to fulfill the order. Normally this contract has a small “W” inspector stamp on the butt, this example has a small illegible stamp that does not appear to be a “W” though the inside of the frame on the right side beneath the grip does bear a Turkish numeral “3” stamp, indicating it was no doubt part of the Turkish contract. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mild gunmetal gray patina showing scattered old pinprick pitting and remnants of oxidation staining. The single line barrel address and patent date markings are otherwise intact and strong and the smooth walnut grips remain in about good condition having darkened from the years showing scattered old dings. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number, the number on the latch is no longer visible and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of a rare contract revolver. (13B10826-293) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

235. VERY FINE ENGRAVED, GOLD & SILVERINLAID COLT MODEL 1908 VEST POCKET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #78505, 25 ACP, 2 1/8” barrel with a fair bore showing some pinprick pitting and moderate oxidation in the grooves with generally good rifling. The work of this 1912-made pistol is attributed to Angelo Bee, but close inspection indicates it is unmarked. The embellishments are however quite characteristic of

Bee’s work and is of fine quality throughout consisting of fine contrasting foliate gold and silver wire inlay in near full coverage. This is complemented further by attractive light foliate scrollwork engraving and jeweled trigger and barrel. The serial number is also inlaid in gold and the right side of the slide bears the original factory markings surrounded by gold bordering. The metal surfaces retain about 99% fine quality restored blue perhaps showing a few tiny handling marks. The grayishwhite grips appear to be celluloid or something similar and are neatly scrimshawed with attractive light foliate motifs and remain in excellent condition. One original magazine with unmarked floorplate is included. This is a lovely Colt 1908 and an excellent piece for the collector of ornate modern arms. (13E11712-13) {C&R} (7000/9000)

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236. WONDERFUL CUSTOM ENGRAVED & GOLDINLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN RARE 38-70 WCF

serial #131162, 38-70 WCF, 26” octagon barrel with two-thirds magazine and a bright very fine bore showing a little mild oxidation and pinprick pits in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This wonderful 1904-made rifle has been masterfully restored and embellished, the action featuring exceptional flowing foliate scrollwork throughout that is cleanly executed with fine detailing and punch-dot background shading, continuing onto the bolt, lever, barrel shank and nosecap. This is further accented by excellent fine line borders in gold and attractive game scenes with gold-inlaid stag and doe on left and bear on right. Though wonderfully executed, a careful disassembly and examination has sadly not revealed any signature, but the work speaks for itself. The barrel address markings have been refreshed by hand while the cartridge designation otherwise appears correct and the underside of the barrel also bears proper factory markings.

The metal surfaces retain about 99% fine quality restored polished blue showing a couple sparsely scattered minor handling marks. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition as neatly refinished showing a few tiny dings and light handling marks, the original checkering showing mild honest wear.

Stock fit remains quite good and the wood exhibits some lovely feathercrotch grain figure along either side of the butt. The inside left lower tang shows assembly number “324XX” and the upper tang inlet of the stock and the inside toe of the buttplate are matching with “324”. The factory hard rubber pistolgrip cap rates near excellent and the rifle is equipped with crescent steel buttplate. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight, Marble’s medium brass bead front and factory close-coupled double set triggers which seem to function normally. There is a drilled and tapped hole with filler screw present at the upper tang and at the rear of bolt. The included

factory letter indicates the rifle was received in the warehouse on June 24, 1904 in 38-70 caliber with octagon barrel, set trigger, checkered stock with pistolgrip, and 5 cartridge magazine, and being shipped the next day. Only about 830 rifles were manufactured in this short-lived cartridge and this example has seen a spectacular restoration. (13F11523-34) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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237. EXCEPTIONAL ALVIN WHITE MASTER ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID SMITH & WESSON REGISTERED MAGNUM REVOLVER serial #55907 (Reg. #3514), 357 Magnum, 6” solid rib barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fabulous revolver embellished by famed master Alvin A. White, bearing his impressed silver hallmark “AA WHITE / ENG” on the inside left grip frame. The arm is embellished in near full coverage with lovely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork, handsome background shading and contrasts of fine stippling and thin lines. There are additional lovely floral blossoms left and right at the breech and behind the hammer, the edges also inlaid with fine gold wire bordering. The metal surfaces show a quality period restored blue finish retaining about 90% having reacquired some high edge wear from the years toning to a smooth gray and the sides of the barrel showing a few minor oxidation speckles. The original factory markings remain strong and all of the embellishments are crisp throughout. The service trigger retains strong case-hardened colors throughout and the hammer has been neatly modified during the period of use featuring a slightly shortened checkered target spur. The revolver wears a lovely set of Roper checkered ribbon pattern walnut grips that remain in near excellent condition showing a few scattered light dings and are scratch-numbered “637” on their insides along with proper jig holes. The wood is deluxe grade and exhibits some lovely dark feathercrotch figure throughout the upper edges. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the revolver is sighted with factory adjustable square notch target rear sight and plain Patridge front. The included factory letter indicates this revolver was shipped on March 4, 1938 to John K. Carmichael, Inc. of 5 Centre Market Place, New York City. It was delivered in blue finish with 6” barrel and Magna grips, none of the other more detailed order features were listed but the letter goes on to note that this address was also the location of the famous John Jovino Co., Inc., NYC distributor and police supplier, as well as being directly across the street from the NYPD police headquarters. The revolver was billed at $39.00 and Mr. Jinks also speculates in the letter that it was likely a special order one-off. This is a beautiful and desirable revolver for any fine arms collection and an exemplar of Alvin White’s much sought-after work. (13E11759-29) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)

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238. EXCEPTIONAL ANGELO BEE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN WITH WONDERFUL HUEY GUN CASE & ACCESSORIES serial #66485, 410 bore (3”), 26” ventilated rib barrel choked improved cylinder (marked full) with a bright excellent bore. This wonderful 1948-made shotgun has been beautifully appointed by master engraver Angelo Bee, the action embellished in full coverage with excellent detailed flowing foliate scrollwork and stippled background shading further accented by very fine gold wire inlay throughout. There are beautiful full gold inlays left and right consisting of very finely detailed game dogs and birds, the left side signed with small “ABEE” and bee symbol. Lighter foliate flourishes and gold line inlays extend along the barrel breech, magazine hanger and muzzle with the proof marks and serial numbers also gold-inlaid. The metal surfaces retain about 98% fine quality post-engraving restored blue showing just a little mild silvering along the barrel and a few sparse tiny speckles that are hardly worth the mention. The bolt and shell lifter are mostly bright and show fine engine turning and all embellishments are crisp.

The gun has been professionally restocked in an excellent grade of walnut featuring checkered forend, capped pistolgrip buttstock and a semi-gloss varnish in excellent condition showing just a few tiny dings and minor handling marks on the left side of the buttstock. There is an ivory line spacer above the rosewood pistolgrip cap and the wood exhibits stunning exhibition-quality grain figure throughout. The toe line features an un-engraved gold monogram plate and length-of-pull to the ventilated black rubber Pachmayr pad is 14 1/4”. The arm is sighted with a small white mid-bead and larger silver bead front. The Huey case is serial-numbered “257” and is of fine leather-covered oak construction with zippered and padded green canvas leather trim over-cover. The case shows just some mild edge wear along the exterior and the interior is lined in fine blue suede and fitted for the shotgun. There are four lidded compartments and the case contains a key, brass oiler, two-piece rosewood cleaning rod with attachments, one nickel-plated snap cap and a pair of fine rosewood-handled turn screws. Mr. Bee is sadly no longer with us and his work only continues to garner interest among those who appreciate his fine work and prolific career. An excellent opportunity to acquire one such very fine example of his art with the added bonus of a superb case from one of the finest case-makers in the business. (13G11712-11) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)

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239. STEVENS POPE MODEL 52 SCHUETZEN JUNIOR RIFLE ON 44 1/2 ACTION serial #1343, 32-40, 30" part round part octagon heavier than standard barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel bears Pope's serial #697, is coded "20 / 1.41" and is equipped with its original false muzzle and has a brass starter present. The action of this rifle features early style bold factory scroll engraving in near full coverage. The barrel retains about 95% original blue finish overall with the last two inches at muzzle bearing mostly a smooth brown patina. The top flat of barrel is equipped with scope blocks with all markings remaining unaffected. The action retains 90% original color casehardened finish which has softened somewhat but still remains visible overall. The checkered pistol grip walnut buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with strong checkering showing just a couple light bruises. The base of the pistolgrip features a beautifully checkered panel on its entire surface.

The rifle is equipped with a Stevens No. 4 Schuetzen buttplate along with a Stevens-Pope palm rest (which needs some minor fitting to move into proper shooting position), adjustable double set triggers and Pope style finger spur lever. The rifle is sighted with a Winchester wind gauge front and a Stevens windage adjustable Vernier tang peep sight with combination eye cup. Rifle is additionally equipped with a Stevens No. 475 telescopic sight mounted on blocks. The rifle comes with a small shooters kit which includes a Winchester style, walnut handled bullet mould marked “32 – 185 / M.F.A. Co.”, a Pope grease pump, a Dupont Schuetzen Smokeless powder can and a box of Remington-UMC primed brass. An extremely fine, honest and handsome Stevens Pope muzzle loading Schuetzen rifle formerly of the Dan Schlegel Collection. (1F11511-22) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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240. SCARCE U.S. COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #15043, 38 ACP, 6” barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some fine pinprick pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This attractive 1902-made pistol is indeed the 42nd Model 1902 pistol made and was one of 200 purchased by the U.S. Government for military testing, featuring the early rounded hammer and fine checkering along the forward portions of the slide. The pistol has been expertly refinished in nickel, no doubt long ago, and very much looks like factory quality nickel. Bannerman received many of these pistols for resale and there is a very good chance this pistol was refinished for Bannerman’s sales. The metal surfaces retain 98% of the aforementioned nickel finish showing a few sparsely scattered tiny flakes, a couple small dings and light handling marks. There are some sparse remnants of very fine pinprick pitting beneath the finish that is very unobtrusive and the finish is starting to reacquire some honest subtle clouding in areas. All markings remain completely intact and strong, actually quite crisp, and are completely unmolested from the refinishing with even the Rampant Colt at the rear left-side of slide very strong.

The gun shows proper “U.S.” property mark on the left side of the triggerguard and the right side of frame with “J.T.T.” and “R.A.C.” inspector initials. The interior of the slide is also properly matching the frame and shows “R.A.C.” on the inside. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing just some scattered light handling marks and crisp Rampant Colts. The grip screws retain generous brilliant fire blue as well, and the lanyard ring is intact. An original magazine with crisp 1884 patent date on the floorplate and retaining 95% nickel finish is included.

The included photocopy of a factory letter indicates the pistol shipped on July 15, 1902 to Springfield Armory in a 100gun shipment. A very fine and interesting example of these desirable martial Colts. (13B11775-1) {C&R} (4000/6000)

241. GERMAN SYSTEM STAHL SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY BENNEWITZ serial #5371, 8.15x46R, 30” fluted octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little subtle frosting and strong three-groove rifling. The barrel retains about 80% original blue with scattered edge wear, toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and mild oxidation staining. The barrel is grooved for rear sights and shows Otto Bennewitz Kaiserslautern retailer marking. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered light oxidation staining and speckling with otherwise good smoky case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas. The action is embellished in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate motifs, fine line background shading and foliate borders. The left side scene shows a renaissance rifleman and cupid holding target while the right shows a 19th century rifleman stalking a chamois. The underside of the action shows System Stahl marking and serial number inlaid in silver. The checkered walnut stock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing some overall dings and handling marks from honest use. The tall left-side cheekpiece appears to have been very neatly grafted on during the period of use and there is a thumb rest on the right side. There is an un-embellished German silver riband set along the right side of the butt and the stocks feature very nice foliate carving and the left side shows a lovely schuetzenliesl with foliate dress integrated into the surrounding motifs. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels and the buttplate has been modified during the period of use, the lower spur shortened.

The rifle is equipped with a fully-adjustable tang sight

with wide aperture disc. The front sight ramp can accommodate swappable inserts though none are present. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nicely embellished Stahl Martini schuetzen rifle. (13D11108-32) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/4000)

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242. GERMAN SYSTEM STABIL SCHUETZEN RIFLE WITH CROSSOVER STOCK BY ADOLF FROHN

serial #10695, 8.15x46R, 31 1/2” Klettstahl octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this May 1926 proof-dated rifle retains about 98% excellent quality restored rust blue showing some sparsely scattered light pits beneath the finish. The top flat is neatly matted and grooved at the rear and the Frohn maker markings remain strong. The action has mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal and silvery case-hardened patina showing some scattered light oxidation staining while the protected areas of the trigger plate and lever retain vibrant case-hardened colors. The top flats show prominent “SYSTEM STABIL” and patent number markings and the action is embellished with wide foliate and floral motifs along with nice portraits of a 20th century rifleman on the left and proud musketeer on the right. The checkered walnut stock is of crossover design and remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks and featuring deeply dished-out left-side cheekpiece, right-side thumb rest and traditional steel buttplate. The forend shows a light cleaning and small 1” chip at the rear right corner and is affixed with a German silver shield monogram plate neatly engraved with a monogram that appears to be “CJ”. The rifle is equipped with the distinctive dovetailed tang sight assembly seen on the Stabil system, the fully-adjustable sight in typical form with medium aperture disc and stamp-numbered to the frame. The front sight is a fine ramped bead-on-post with protective wings, the sling swivels are intact and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nice and interesting example of a scarce system. (13C11108-38) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/3500)

243. SCARCE SYSTEM MEFFERT FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE WITH DUSEL RETAILER MARKING

serial #8337, 8.15x46R, 30” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some mild frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. This is an unusual example of an already seldom-seen system that has a removable sideplate on the left side of the action which exposes the lockwork. The barrel of this 1906 proof-dated rifle retains about 80-85% original blue with areas toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light, some scattered thin scratches and light dings. The barrel shows Stefan Dusel of Ferlach retailer markings and the underside bears Austrian proof marks. The action retains generous silvery case-hardened patina mixing with mild gray-brown and retaining wisps of vibrant colors in the protected areas. The top of the action is stamped “IMMAN. MEFFERT / SUHL / 8337” and the action is embellished with wide foliate and floral motifs with fine line background shading and portraits of riflemen left and right. The left sideplate is removed via spring-loaded button and pulled off completely to expose the lockwork, the embellishments along the lockplate corresponding perfectly with the action. The checkered walnut stock and smooth schnabel forend remain in about very good condition as-cleaned and showing an added finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a small crack and some gaps near the sideplate, no doubt due to various removable attempts throughout the years. The wood exhibits some subtle attractive figure and there is a slightly squared-off left-side cheekpiece and typical steel schuetzen buttplate. The toe line shows a vacant swivel hole and there are no provisions for a forward swivel. The lever hinge screws are later replacements and the fully adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc is also a nicely made more modern component. The front sight is a rather blocky affair with rectangular posts protecting the bead-on-post and it is also elevation-adjustable. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. An interesting rifle for the German arms collector. (13C11108-17) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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244. RARE & EXCELLENT SIG P210 LUXUS GRADE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID PISTOL WITH CASE serial #P98623, 9mm, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a seldom-seen example of SIG’s luxury grade P210 featuring near full-coverage of fine flowing foliate scrollwork that is rather deep semi-relief with finely stippled background shading and areas of nicely-executed clean crosshatching along the underside of the muzzle, sides of triggerguard and along the frontstrap.

The small parts show excellent full gold plating and there are light tasteful curlicue lines of gold wire along the sides of the frame. The markings on the left side are also gold-filled and the Swiss cross atop the slide is in silver with gold shield outline. All embellishments are crisp, the barrel is bright and brilliant and the metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing perhaps a few tiny handling marks hardly worth the mention, the frame taking on a slight plum tone as well. The walnut grips are extensively carved in Germanic fashion with flowing foliate motifs and stippled background shading remaining in excellent condition. The pistol is equipped with standard fixed sights and includes one original magazine. Also included is the proper partitioned factory display case with glass-paneled lid, SIG plaque and key. The case remains in very fine condition showing a few mild scuffs and handling marks mostly along the exterior of the lid while the red baize-covered lining shows a few small cracks forming around some of the corners that are mostly unobtrusive. An exceptional piece for the dedicated SIG collector, now rather seldomly seen.

(13E11712-1) {MODERN} (12,000/16,000)

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245. FINE ANSCHUTZ SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 210 RECORD MATCH PISTOL serial #7375, 22 LR, 11” octagon Bohler-stahl barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful deluxe German target pistol specially ordered through and retailer-marked by Stoeger Arms Corp. of New York. The barrel retains about 97% original blue showing a little subtle fading under bright light while the action retains about 95% fine vibrant casehardened colors with just some mild drifting to a pleasant smoky gray patina along the high edges and backstrap. The trigger set lever, rear sight assembly and action release retain essentially all of their original rich bright blue while the trigger shows nice straw color. The action is embellished with fine quality filigree scrollwork and light border motifs also showing engraved model designation and maker information along the top and the left side engraved with “OLYMPIA PRICE WINNER”. The German engraver apparently got his English wrong as it no doubt was meant to say “prize”. The pistol shows period “(Crown) / N / B / U” proofs and the walnut stocks are quite lovely featuring generous swooping thumb rest on the left side, finger grooves and adjustable hand rest on the right. The stocks rate excellent showing nice checkering and carved oak leaf and acorn motif, the left side also with a small ivory diamond inlay. The checkered forend features a generous horn tip that shows a little insect damage along the left side. The pistol features the ubiquitous Martinistyle action, adjustable set trigger with firing extension screw, and bore cleaning access hole through the rear of the action.

The rear sight is fully-adjustable and features three selectable notches while the front sight is a fine ramped bead-on-post with protective ears. An excellent example of these superb German pistols. (13C11771-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

246. GERMAN FRANK PISTOLE SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL BY J.A. FRANK 320 CF, 11 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at point of transition and a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and pinprick pits with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a rather unusual pistol pictured on pages 14 and 15 of “German, Austrian & Swiss Target Pistols” journal of the GGCA. The pistol is noted as being in 22 LR in the book but it is obviously in a larger bore centerfire chambering. Testing indicates it is chambered in the 320 CF cartridge, a popular European offering. The barrel retains about 80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall toning to a deep gray-brown patina and scattered light oxidation speckling. The left side of the barrel shows “J.A. FRANK. STETTIN” marking and the left breech shows pre-1936 proof marks. The frame retains perhaps 60-70% smoky case-hardened colors toning to silvery gray and showing some mild oxidation speckling and light filigree scrollwork embellishments, the left side prominently engraved “FRANKPISTOLE”. The checkered walnut grips and forend remain in very good condition showing some lightly chipped points, minor dings and darkening from the years. The left grip features a thumb rest, there is a lanyard loop present and the pistol is sighted with an adjustable Swiss-style u-notch rear sight and silver bead front on ramp.

The action with double set triggers seems to function normally. An interesting kipplauf system for the target pistol collector, unusual in its styling and centerfire chambering. (13B11108-120) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

247. INTERESTING & FINE ANTIQUE

ENGLISH BUTT RESERVOIR AIR RIFLE

About .40 cal, 30” round damascus barrel with octagonal shank and a bright near excellent bore perhaps showing a little mild frosting and strong 20-groove rifling. Though seemingly unmarked, this is a very attractive air rifle appearing very English in character and mirroring other British examples of the period. The barrel shows a nice plum damascus twist pattern its full-length, primarily visible under bright light as it has toned and darkened somewhat from the years, with remnants of some of very light oxidation near the muzzle. The heavy iron frame is now primarily a pleasing untouched smooth plum brown patina with tight English scroll on both of the frame flats left and right in about 40% coverage, the right flat with some very lovely vibrant case-hardened colors in the area beneath the pivoting ''hammer'', perhaps 30% of it remaining, the balance a lovely untouched patina. The top cover of the tap-action shows light open flowing scroll as does the bow of the triggerguard. The arm features a very nice shagreen-covered heavy iron butt reservoir, the front collar a plum patina showing light tool marks overall. The shagreen remains very nice overall showing a few spots of light drying which have subsequently crackled or flaked, but the seam is very good along the bottom, only a small 4'' section separating along the toeline, with separation of the seam around the periphery of the butt, with the covering remaining adhered, a 1'' flake missing at the toe and a smaller spot on the butt near the heel. The arm features a left side loop which allows access to the pivoting breech and a right side ''safety'' cutoff loop which will preclude the plunger from operating, so no air is released from the reservoir. The mechanism seems to function properly as-designed and there is a more modern leather seal present between the frame and the butt reservoir. The arm takes down into three portions, barrel, reservoir and the frame itself, and was likely originally cased with a pump and other necessities. The arm is sighted with a standing v-notch rear sight and fine silver blade front. A very attractive British butt reservoir air rifle. (13B11732-6) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3000)

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248. VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY FRANCOTTE serial #87558, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” Siemens Martin steel barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright near excellent bores showing a few raised dings and remnants of mild oxidation staining. The undersides of the barrels show “k” 1932 proof date code with typical Belgian smokeless proofs for 2 3/4” shells, the chokes apparently modified during the period of use as the flats indicate Francotte’s chokebore in both. The barrels retain about 97% of a nice quality re-blacking that has taken on a slightly plum-brown tone under bright light showing a few light handling marks and remnants of pinprick pits. The VL&D agent markings along the barrels remain intact and strong. The action and sideplates have toned to an attractive smooth smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina with a few wisps of color lurking about the protected areas and retain crisp factory embellishments of fine filigree scrollwork throughout and detailed flowing foliate motifs along the fences. The triggerguard and top lever retain a healthy amount of blue, “S” is inlaid in gold at the upper tang and both sideplates are Francotte maker-marked. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus to very fine condition as lightly cleaned and showing a little older added oil finish with scattered light dings and handling marks. There is a small repaired crack behind the left sideplate and a neatly repaired sliver along the right edge of the forend. Stock fit otherwise remains very good and there is a silver monogram plate along the toe line neatly engraved “B.E.” Length-of-pull to the solid red rubber pad is 14 1/2” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2”, the stock with slight cast-off. The arm is sighted with single silver bead and equipped with double triggers and automatic safety. Barrels lock-up via dual under-bites, hidden Greener crossbolt and sideclips and are solid on-face with top lever resting about center. Minimum wall thicknesses are about 0.024” right and 0.023” left, weight is 6 1/2 lbs. and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. A fine quality classic Francotte double ejectorgun. (13B11647-3) {C&R} (2500/3000)

249. AUGUST FRANCOTTE SIDEPLATED SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN RETAILED BY VL&D serial #86731, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” part round part octagon ventilated rib barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely trap gun retains about 97-98% original blue that shows just a touch of edge wear and a few scattered light handling marks. The rib is neatly matted and the barrel shows strong Von Lengerke & Detmold New York retailer markings. The action and sideplates retain about 98% lovely original vibrant case-hardened colors with some subtle silvery case-hardened patina along the high edges while the top lever and triggerguard retain about 94% original bright blue showing some flaking along the frontstrap.

The sideplates are both neatly maker-marked and the arm is embellished in near full coverage with lovely flowing foliate motifs and fine filigree accenting. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and wide beavertail forend remain in near excellent condition showing a few scattered light handling marks and retaining excellent fit and nice checkering. The horn pistolgrip cap is excellent and a thin foam cheekpiece has been attached to the comb which would no doubt be a simple thing to remove if one wished. Length-of-pull to the Pachmayr ventilated black rubber pad is 14” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2”. The barrel is sighted with small white celluloid mid-bead and large white front bead, the barrel locks up solid on-face and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejector. The gun is not equipped with a safety and it includes a nice quality more modern tan leatherette covered luggage case lined in green velvet with facsimile Francotte label. This is an excellent and fine quality vintage trap gun that appears to have seen very little use. (13B11765-1) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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250. WONDERFUL A.H. FOX DE SPECIAL TWO BARREL SET UPGRADED SCALLOPED FRAME DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #301158, 16 ga., 30” barrels marked “1” beneath serial number on flat and choked improved modified and full and 28” barrels marked “2” beneath serial number on flat and choked modified and improved modified. This is a meticulously executed upgrade featuring deeply chiseled relief scroll with gold inlaid dogs on either side of action and birds in flight on the belly and triggerguard. The engraving is in very full coverage on action with wedges on barrels which also show gold bands at the breeches. The barrels are each marked “KRUPP FLUID STEEL MADE BY / A.H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA. PA” both numbered matching to the gun and both engraved on flats “DE / SPECIAL”. The water table of the action is engine turned and hand engraved with scroll and are also engraved “DE / SPECIAL”. The action shows deeply chiseled oak leaves on the fences with beautifully executed deep relief acanthus scroll on the balance of the action. The shotgun is stocked with a wonderful piece of English walnut with straight grip, fine checkering and well-defined drop points with checkered cheek panels. The buttplate is a steel toe and heel plate which bears the same flawlessly executed deep relief scroll with beautifuly bordered checkered center panel. The shotgun retains all of its high quality blue finish on barrels, triggerguard and buttplate with the action showing all of its rich color case hardened finish. The shotgun weighs 6 1/2 lbs. with the 30” tubes and has a 14 5/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. While we do not know who the artisan was that upgraded this shotgun, they are a master of their craft. A fine Fox double gun for those who appreciate the finest things. (1G11759-26) {C&R} (15,000/25,000)

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251. RARE & DESIRABLE PARKER VHE SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN

serial #238061, 28 ga (2 3/4”) on 00 frame, 26” Vulcan steel barrels choked skeet out and skeet in with bright excellent bores showing a few hints of neatly raised small dings that are hardly worth the mention. This interestingly configured and desirable Remington era Parker shows date code of “XD” for December 1935, and a factory repair code of “KG” for May 1938, the gun probably having been factory refinished at this time. The barrels retain about 99% factory quality rust blue showing a little subtle thinning and a few mild handling marks nearer the muzzles, the matted rib retaining nice engraved factory address and steel designation. The action retains about 99% factory cyanide case-hardened colors showing some scattered light handling marks and proper lightening cuts with crisp engraved “PARKER” on the bottom metal and light zigzag and foliate flourish motifs. The trigger and triggerguard retain a similar amount of rust blue. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and beavertail forend remain in very good plus condition as cleaned and refinished with a semi-gloss varnish showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks, the buttstock exhibiting some thin gaps against the tangs. The checkering remains mostly strong and the wood shows some rather nice tiger stripe grain figure scattered about. The German silver monogram plate along the toe line is un-engraved and the proper hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact. The 1/2” buttpad is leather-covered and not quite perfectly fitted, providing a 14 1/4” length-of-pull. Drops are 1 5/8” and 2 5/8” and the arm is equipped with factory single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, small ivory mid-bead and large ivory front bead. The barrel number appears to have originally been “238059” with “61” struck over the last two digits, probably by the factory, and the lower tang inlet of the stock has a somewhat haphazardly scratched matching number “238061”. The remaining serialized parts are otherwise matching and the barrels lock-up solid showing a faint sliver of light between breech and standing breech, the top lever still right-of-center. Weight is just a touch over 6 lbs. and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. The Parker serialization book confirms all of the guns features except for the stock, it originally being straight grip. A wonderful smallbore Parker skeet gun. (13F11523-69) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (12,000/18,000)

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252. SPLENDID WESTLEY RICHARDS SCALLOPED ACTION HAND DETACHABLE DROPLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #18497, 20 bore, 27'' Whitworth steel barrels are choked .006'' and .011'' (about improved cylinder and a loose modified) with bright excellent bores. It appears the gun was originally made with 2 1/2'' chambers but was opened to 2 3/4'' and was reproofed and overstamped with the current length and pressure by the Birmingham proof house. The top of concave rib is engraved with the 23 Conduit St. address and the gun has dual locking underlugs with third fastener in dolls head rib extension.

The shotgun remains in fabulous condition retaining 99% London black finish on barrels with all engraving remaining sharp and clear. The action retains 99% brilliant color case-hardened finish with floorplate showing 90% London black finish; the triggerguard retains 99% finish with sharp engraving. This finish looks original, but under magnification there is a small area of very fine pitting on the breechface, aside from that there is no evidence that the gun was refinished. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and horn tipped splinter forend are flawless replacements and show nice figure and retain 99% finish overall with checkering remaining very sharp. The ejectors are in time and function flawlessly. The shotgun handles wonderfully weighing 5 1/2 lbs. and with a 15 1/8'' length of pull over its original checkered butt and showing drops of 1 1/2'' and 2 1/2''. We contacted Westley Richards by phone for a configuration check and they stated the following ''20 bore, 27'' barrels, improved cylinder and full, detachable lock, 2 triggers, Whitworth steel barrels, straight stock 14 1/4'', 5 lbs. 7 1/2 oz., purchased by Dr. Sidney Sharples in July 1942 from Westley Richards' Birmingham shop''. The difference in stock dimensions is the only way one could tell that this stock was not in fact original.

The shotgun comes cased in a leather trunk style case with Westley Richards label on interior lid. The accessories are a cleaning rod, oiler and snap caps.

This is a very handsome and crisp smallbore Westley Droplock. (1C11739-169) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

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253. GREIFELT & CO. GRADE 1 SMALLBORE SCALLOPED BOXLOCK OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #30418, 20 ga (2 5/8”), 26” solid rib Krupp Fluss-stahl barrels choked cylinder and light modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this June 1925 proof-dated double retain about 94% original blue showing some scattered mild thinning and a bit of light oxidation staining along the top barrel approaching the breech. The breeches show lovely filigree scrollwork and floral bouquets and the barrels are retailer marked by Von Lengerke & Detmold of New York City. The action retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout under an old protective lacquer, drifting somewhat to a pleasant smoky gray patina, and is embellished in full coverage with very fine filigree scrollwork, chiseled floral bouquets on fences, and very finely executed game scenes of pheasant right and

partridge left. The bow of the guard retains fine original bright blue with the tang flaked to gray and “SAFE” is inlaid in gold at the upper tang. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock, forend and smooth side panels remain in about very good condition showing some scattered light dings and the most noticeable apology being a moderate 2” split at the toe. This was caused by lead weights that were added to the buttstock that have since oxidized and expanded, also resulting in the solid red rubber pad warping outward. The wood otherwise exhibits some nice grain figure and there are little diamond horn inlays at the points of the stock flats. Length of pull is about 14 5/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 3/4” and weight is 6 lbs. The gun is sighted with single brass bead and the gun features double triggers and automatic safety. Barrels lock-up solid on-face via double Kersten locks and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. A fine quality and attractive German double, intended for the American market with its more desirable 20 gauge chambering rather than the typical German 16. (13D11108-12) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (3000/5000)

254. SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF TRUMPF-PRIMUS DRILLING serial #21796, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 7x57mmR, 23 5/8” Roechling Elektro-Stahl shotgun barrels choked full in both with bright near excellent bores showing a few small oxidation speckles and very tiny shallow dings hardly worth the mention and Krupp Lauf-Stahl rifle barrel with a bright excellent bore showing crisp rifling. The barrels of this November 1941 proof-dated drilling retain about 90% original blue showing some scattered fine surface oxidation and areas thinning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action has mostly toned to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina and features lovely factory embellishments in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate scrollwork, stippled background shading, rehbock right and stag left. The horn triggerguard shows a crack near the front attachment point and the small parts all retain strong original blue. All markings remain intact and strong showing period commercial “(Eagle) / N” proofs and the gun is equipped with Krieghoff Montage system and a set of refinished dovetail-style mounts that hold a Hensoldt Dural-Dialytan 4X scope serial #47916 that retains about 96% black enamel finish and shows a Sempert & Krieghoff retailer marking on the right side of the body, strangely with a misspelling “Grieghoff”. Scope features single standing post with crosshair reticle and very good optics that have yellowed slightly but are serviceable. The gun has been neatly restocked in Germanic form featuring walnut capped pistolgrip buttstock and forend with skipline checkering, oak leaf carving along stock flats and bottom of pistolgrip and nice left-side shadowline cheekpiece.

Horn accents include forend tip insert, pistolgrip cap and attractive heel and toe plates. The stock flats are a bit proud of the action and the stock otherwise remains in very fine condition showing nice grain figure and is equipped with the original four-cartridge trap along the toe line. Length-of-pull is 14 1/4” and the arm is equipped with sling swivels, German silver cocking indicator pins, Greener safety and set trigger for the rifle barrel. The rifle sight automatically flips up when the rifle mechanism is cocked with the tang slider (though the scope mounts are not see-through).

Lock-up is by dual under-bites with Greener crossbolt and sideclips and is solid on-face with the lever resting about dead center.

The action seems to function well mechanically. Boxlock Trumpf-Primus drillings are much rarer than their sidelock counterparts and this gun features the desirable removable trigger mechanism via a rotating pistolgrip cap. A fine wartime drilling. (13C11108-113) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/3000)

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255. VERY FINE & IMPORTANT MAUSER LARGE RING FLATSIDE C96 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL RETAILED

BY VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD AND INSCRIBED TO GENERAL JAMES H. WILSON WITH MATCHING STOCK & VERY RARE RETAILER CASE serial #21158, 30 Mauser, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome 1899-made pistol is finely inscribed along the right side of the frame “General J. H. Wilson / U.S.A.”, attributed to the long-serving and distinguished General James Harrison Wilson. He graduated sixth in the USMA class of 1860 out of 41 graduates, initially serving as an engineering officer during the Civil War before transferring to cavalry. Wilson rose very quickly through the ranks, already a brigadier general by 1863. Before transferring to cavalry, he served as inspector general in Grant’s army, and after his transfer he showed great combat efficiency and skill routing the famed Confederate general Nathan Bedford Forrest and his elite cavalry at both the Battle of Franklin in 1864 and later during Wilson’s Raid in 1865. At the end of the war Wilson’s troops were responsible for capturing Confederate President Jefferson Davis and Andersonville camp commandant Captain Henry Wirz. After the war, Wilson’s rank reverted to lieutenant colonel and he would resign in 1870 to work in the railroad industry. A consummate patriot however, Wilson volunteered once more for service in the Spanish-American War in 1898, serving as major general of volunteers, and then again in 1901 during the Boxer Rebellion serving as brigadier general. In 1902 he had the honor serving as President Theodore Roosevelt’s representative at the coronation of Edward VII. James H. Wilson died in 1925 at the age of 87 after such long and distinguished service to his country. Given the time frame it is equally possible that this pistol was presented to Wilson around 1902 in appreciation for his service or it was actually purchased by Wilson himself before his leaving for China to deal with the Boxer Rebellion. In any event it is fascinating to consider the career of such a general, serving during the American Civil War where in some cases even flintlocks were still in use, and ending his career with a semi-automatic pistol firing high-powered smokeless powder ammunition. Wilson’s 1912 book “Under the Old Flag: Recollections of Military Operations in the War for the Union, the Spanish War, the Boxer Rebellion, Etc.” will no doubt prove for some more interesting reading. The pistol itself remains in very fine condition showing a bit of light honest use, retaining about 90% original blue with scattered toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light, a little oxidation speckling and a few small dings along the right side of the frame. The trigger shows pale straw color while the remaining small parts retain about 90% brilliant fire blue showing just a little mild oxidation staining.

The bolt is mostly bright and the hammer and fire control group are a mix of pale gray-brown and smooth gray case-hardening. All markings remain crisp and clear showing the proper period German proof marks, stamped VL&D New York retailer markings on the left side of the frame and the aforementioned fancy inscription along the right. The 23-groove walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition showing just some scattered light handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching and the lanyard ring is intact. The included original walnut holster-stock is properly stamp-numbered matching with the full serial number along the attachment hardware and remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, two thin 1 3/4” hairline cracks back from the hinge hardware and a small flake and crack at one corner near the grip opening.

The hardware shows some old oxidation mostly toning to plum-brown patina with flashes of original bright blue in the more protected areas and the wood exhibiting some subtle areas of handsome grain figure. Naturally, the stock fits the pistol perfectly. The included fine black leatherbound period retailer case features double lockable catches and remains in very fine condition with scattered light flaking and edge wear along the exterior. The interior is lined in buff chamois that shows some mild honest soiling and discoloration from the years. It is fitted for the pistol housed in its stock along with a fitted area for a cleaning rod and stripper clip, a covered compartment, pair of keys, five black leather-covered ammunition cases and a thinner purple leather-covered case likely for a loaded stripper clip. Only a handful of these cases are known with other examples pictured on pages 187-189 of “The Mauser Self-Loading Pistol” by Belford and Dunlap. This is a truly superb ensemble that would make a fabulous addition to the most advanced of martial or semi-automatic pistol collections. (13F11770-4) {C&R} (25,000/30,000)

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256. PUBLISHED EAST GERMAN REWORKED WALTHER AC41 P.38 PISTOL serial #7851d, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice example of a rather scarce East German rework designated as the “Type E” variant by P.38 scholar Warren Buxton and was previously part of his collection, being pictured on page 36 of his book “The P.38 Pistol Vol. 3”. This variant is characterized by the use of old frame and slides and first lot of barrels produced by East Germany. The slide and frame retain about 90% arsenal-refurbished blue showing some scattered high edge wear, light handling marks and some fine pinprick pits beneath the finish. The barrel retains about 97% original blue and the pistol bears an assortment of markings such as East German “(Crown) / N” proofs, later eagle and (Crown) / U” stamped over the Reichsadler firing proof on the frame, “25” within a shield and starburst East German mark on the triggerguard and the original World War Two era proofs along the right side of the slide are intact and unmolested. The frame serial number has been restamped by the East German arsenal and the barrel shows the distinctive tapered step of this variant. The left grip panel is a later black plastic variant while the right is a World War Two era dark brown phenolic resin both in very fine condition with some scattered light handling marks. One jvd-coded magazine is included and the serialized parts are matching as East German arsenal-numbered. A fine example of a rather obscure variant. (13B11770-8) {C&R} [Ex-Warren Buxton Collection] (1800/2200)

257. GERMAN P.08 LUGER BYF-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #8673v, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing some light frosting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 41-dated pistol retain about 90-92% original blue showing some high edge wear, scattered areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light and some sparse freckling.

The ejector shows the familiar deep plum color and all markings are intact and strong showing proper eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / 655” Waffenamts. The checkered walnut grips remain in very good plus condition showing some lightly chipped points and minor dings. The grips showing matching “73” numbers stamped in large font along with small proper “(Eagle) / 655” Waffenamts. The takedown lever is un-numbered and the sideplate has been restruck in proper font to match the frame. The remaining serialized parts show matching original numbers including the grooved firing pin. The pistol includes one original fxo-coded extruded magazine numbered “5439t”. A very good wartime Luger for the martial collector. (13B11798-2) {C&R} (1500/2000)

258. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #4823d, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some fine oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1938-dated S/42-coded pistol retain about 95% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, thinning and toning mildly to brown on the gripstraps, and some scattered specks of oxidation staining. The small parts retain nearly all their salt blue with a touch of operational wear here and there, and the extractor shows a thinned plum patina. The checkered walnut grips are in very good to very good plus condition with some scattered chipped points of checkering, and both panels are numbered to the pistol. The metal markings are intact and crisp, the receiver and barrel showing appropriate “(eagle) / 63” waffenamts with droopwing Eagle firing proofs, and all the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is one bluedbodied aluminum-base magazine, serialized and matching to the pistol with a “(eagle) / 63” waffenamt at the heel of the base, showing light operational wear on the body and a minor abrasion to the base. An excellent pre-WWII Luger, a fine choice for the established collector. (14B11199-18) {C&R} (2000/2500)

259. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 G-DATE PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #8948a, 9mm, 4” barrel with an about very good bore with pinprick and light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original blue, most of the loss from the barrel which has worn to gray with areas of pinprick pitting and mild staining, the remaining surfaces showing light wear on high edges and contact points, light thinning and toning to brown on the gripstraps, and some scattered light handling marks and freckles. The strawed parts retain very good color with the edges toning to silver, primarily on the trigger, and some gray freckling, and the toggles and sear spring show vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with some light wear and some small, flattened points of checkering, the grips screws retaining remnants of fire blue at the edges otherwise toned to gray, and neither panel is marked. The factory metal markings are intact and easily legible, save for perhaps the “B|90” on the barrel which is light, with “W|154” and “S|92” proofs and a droopwing eagle firing proof on the receiver, and all the numbered parts including the grooved firing pin are matching to the pistol, save for rear toggle pin which is numbered “41” (perhaps being a simple arsenal error). The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a reproduction bright-bodied aluminum-base magazine, the follower for which is broken at the rear and doesn’t engage the hold-open. An honest example of these 1935-made pistols, coded to hide production numbers in violation of the Treaty of Versailles. (14A11810-1) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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260. CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1856 PERCUSSION SHORT RIFLE

BY TOWER IDENTIFIED TO RILEY J. BROWN OF 22ND NC INFANTRY .577 cal., 33” barrel with an about very good bore showing light oxidation and light pitting throughout the strong rifling. This Pattern 1856 two band rifle has “Ry J. B” scratched on the right side of the buttstock and “RJB” is similarly scratched on the left side of the wrist. It includes a folder of photocopied service records of Pvt. Riley J. Brown of Company M of the 22nd North Carolina Infantry Regiment, information about the regiment, and a couple brief synopses from the consignor, David Warne, about the provenance of the rifle and the history of Private Brown. The metal surfaces have aged to an oxidized plum brown patina with scattered areas of wear toning to gray, areas of light pitting, and the expected light handling marks.

The barrel shows both Birmingham and Belgian proofs on the left side of the breech and is marked on the underside with “J. JONES” and “J.J”. The lockplate is clearly stamped with a crown behind the hammer and “1861 / TOWER” ahead, and the ramrod shows “3.Y / 549”. The walnut stock rates fine with some vise “bite” marks on both sides of the action, and the expected scattered dents, dings, and handling marks from service. There are two softened but visible Sinclair, Hamilton & Co. “(Crown) / S / HC / (Arrow)” Confederate view marks on the toe line, and the previously mentioned carvings by Private Brown on both sides of the buttstock. The sights, sling swivels, bayonet lug, ramrod and chained nipple protector missing its leather gasket are intact, and the action is strong and crisp. Riley J. Brown, who according to the included records, also went by J.R. Brown, enlisted in Company M of the 22nd NC Infantry Regiment on March 13, 1863. His unit arrived at Gettysburg on July 1, 1863 and fought the 1st Corps of the Union Army. They were positioned in a relatively quiet area to the west of Cemetery Hill on the second day of the battle. On July 3rd, Private Brown and the 22nd North Carolina participated in Pickett’s Charge and Brown was captured. He was eventually exchanged on the last day of that month and appears to have later gone AWOL. (23C10575-28) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)

261. CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1853 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY TOWER .577 cal., 39” barrel with an about very good bore with moderate oxidation throughout the rifling. The metal surfaces have aged to a mottled and oxidized blend of plum brown and gray patina with lightmoderate pitting around the breech, overall pinprick pitting, moderate oxidation on the middle barrel band, and scattered handling marks and cleaning striations. The brass fittings are toning to a mustard patina. The Birmingham proofs on the left side of the barrel and the lockplate markings are crisp, with a crown behind the hammer and “1862 / TOWER” ahead on the lockplate. The underside of the barrel is stamped “W. LANE.” The walnut stock rates near fine with a coat of added finish and overall dents, dings, and handling marks. The toe line of the buttstock is stamped with a softened but legible “TAYLOR & NEWMAN.” This rifle-musket also bears the “(Crown) / SH / G3” mark on the heel of the buttstock and script “J.C.” in oval on the left stock flat discussed on pages 116-117 of The English Connection by Pritchard Jr. & Huey et al. These markings are believed to be the stamps of as yet unidentified Confederate viewers. There is also a block “WI” stamped behind the “J.C.” on the stock flat, and “21” is neatly carved behind the triggerguard tang. The middle barrel band is an oversized replacement, the ramrod is also a later replacement, the original sights are intact, the nipple is heavily worn, and the action is strong and crisp. This Confederate-marked Pattern 1853 offers some interesting research opportunities. (23C11415-3) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

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262. WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL TAKEDOWN SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #110271, 32-40, 30" tapered round No. 3 weight barrel with an excellent bore. This Laudensack model rifle is in superb condition. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish. The action also retains 98% strong original blue finish. The spur lever retains nearly all of its original color case-hardened finish which has softened over time but remains visible. The checkered walnut Schuetzen buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured walnut and rate excellent with 95% plus original finish remaining with some very light crazing which is not at all obtrusive and lends credence to this rifle's honesty and originality. The forend has a factory installed door knob style palm rest which is of the same beautifully figured walnut and in the same condition as the balance of the stocks. The rifle is equipped with a wind-

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gauge front sight and mid range Vernier tang mounted peep sight with no rear seat. Additionally, the rifle is equipped with a Winchester A5 scope on factory installed blocks. The barrel address, caliber marking and proof are all offset so the blocks do not obscure any markings. Rifle is equipped with its original Schuetzen double set triggers and Helm buttplate which shows flaked blue with a pleasing smooth brown patina mixed with patches of bright original blue. The lower left tang shows assembly code “8557 USX” with end grain of butt and the inside of the buttplate bearing the same number. The factory record for this rifle is blank which indicates that the rifle was never received in the warehouse which often means it was a special rifle that the company had earmarked for a particular person or company. Formerly of the Dan Schlegel collection, this is a top shelf, investment quality Winchester High Wall rifle. (1E11511-15) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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263. CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1853 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY TOWER .577 cal., 39” barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing areas of light pitting and oxidation in the otherwise strong rifling. This 1862-dated Enfield has a slightly-softened but clear circled “CH / 1” of Confederacy-employed viewers, Curtis and Hughes. The metal surfaces have aged to a dark gray-brown patina with overall light pitting, areas of old light oxidation, and a few light tool marks around the breech. “1862 / TOWER” remains crisp on the lockplate and there is a partially-obscured crown on the rear of the lockplate. Light pitting and tool marks have largely obscured some softened Birmingham proofs on the left side of the breech. The brass fitting are toning to a dark mustard patina with areas toning to a warm umber patina around the heavily-oxidized screw heads, and there are numerous minor impact marks and spots of verdigris on the buttplate. The walnut stock rates about very good with a 1/2” chip on the upper edge of the left stock flat at the breech, and the expected overall dents, dings, and handling marks. “AWB” is incise carved on the left stock flat and “H” is on the right side of the forend about midway between the lower and middle barrel bands. The nipple appears to be a replacement, the hammer skirts show a few small chips, the upper sling swivel is missing, the ramrod is intact, and the action is strong and crisp. Pritchard & Huey definitively state on page 114 of The English Connection, that the circled “CH / 1” mark “is the only viewer’s stamp with unquestionable provenance at this time.” (23B11739-9) {ANTIQUE} (2000/4000)

264. CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1853 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY TOWER .577, 39” barrel with an about very good bore showing light-moderate pitting and oxidation in the otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces are toning to a mottled blend of light and dark gray patina with overall softened pinprick-light pitting and spots of light oxidation. The brass fittings have aged to a dark goldenrod patina with some spots of minor tarnish and a few light handling marks. “TOWER / 1862” is clear on the lockplate and while there is some light pitting on it, a crown is clearly visible behind the hammer and the Birmingham proofs are fully legible on the left side of the breech.

The walnut stock rates very good plus as perhaps lightly cleaned with some wear ahead of the middle barrel band, a lengthy thin drying crack on the left side of the toe line, and some scattered light handling marks. A faint “CH / 1” in oval can just be discerned on the heel of the buttstock. This is the viewing mark of English inspectors Curtis and Hughes, who were employed by the Confederacy (The English Connection by Prichard & Huet et al., p.

113-115). The front sight blade has been worn almost smooth, the barrel tang screw is a later replacement, a ramrod and chained nipple protector missing its leather pad are included, and the action of this Confederate-inspected P53 is strong and crisp. (23A11739-10) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

265. EARLY SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL RUSSIAN REVOLVER serial #8666, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing light pitting and old oxidation its full-length and otherwise mostly strong rifling. This is a very early commercial First Model Russian revolver still equipped with the smaller diameter trigger pin. The metal surfaces retain about 94% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some flaked areas around the muzzle and high edges of the cylinder toning to a mild gray-brown patina and blending in rather well with the surrounding nickel. The balance of the surfaces show some scattered light dings and scratches, the screw heads with some old slot wear as well. The single line barrel address with patent dates and “RUSSIAN MODEL” callout remain crisp and the butt is equipped with factory lanyard ring. The hammer retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors particularly along the right side while the triggerguard is a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina with some wisps of smoky colors. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition left and very fine right, showing some scattered light dings and the right panel with a thin 1/4” chip at the heel. The bases of both panels show an old, likely period, stamp with a previous owner’s name “V. BONY” and the right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching by serial number. The latch shows seemingly three different numbers overstruck on one another, while the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action generally seems to cycle normally however the hammer notches were worked on at some point and half cock does not drop the cylinder bolt down far enough; the extractor catch is also an old gunsmith replacement.

This is a fine example of an early Russian Model. (13C10826-322) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (6000/8000)

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266. FINE CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #36665, 40-65 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, magazine tube and bolt of this handsome rifle retain about 98% excellent quality restored blue showing a few scattered tiny dings and very small thin scratches that are mostly unobtrusive. The loading gate also shows rich restored blue while the action, nosecap, lever and crescent buttplate all show a similar amount of lovely vibrant color case-hardened colors with just a few small areas of subtle drifting to pleasant smoky gray. The receiver has been lightly engraved, loosely in the factory No. 6 pattern, with light scrollwork and geometric bordering that remains crisp. The right frame flat features a game scene vignette of a black bear while the left scene features a buck and doe vignette amidst a woodland backdrop, the work a bit folky and endearing. The checkered pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock rates excellent with some lovely feathercrotch grain figure throughout showing only a few light handling marks and a tiny flake at the forward right corner, the ebony insert on the bottom of the pistolgrip is intact. The forend is in a similar state of condition showing a little mild finish wear along the underside with otherwise nice checkering and attractive figure. The stocks show a few subtle gaps in their fit against the action but is otherwise quite good. There is a thin blade front sight in place with semi-buckhorn rear and the gun is equipped with a factory single set trigger. It seems likely that the barrel is a modern excellent quality replacement, correctly roll marked and it would appear as though the stocks as well are modern high-quality offerings (the tang is "77XX" marked, the inletting in the buttstock is un-marked). A factory record search will confirm caliber, octagon barrel, set trigger and the checkered pistolgrip stock, shipping in October of 1889. In any event, this is a high-quality deluxe custom engraved 86 with tons of eye appeal and a fine addition to any firearms collection. (13F11712-6) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)

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267. FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER serial #23690, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little bit of mild oxidation speckling and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This is a nice honest Second Model American retaining about 65% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light with the balance flaked to a pleasant medium gray-brown patina, also showing a little sparse old oxidation staining and two of the cylinder flats with some areas of pinprick pitting. The hammer and triggerguard retain fine wisps of nice case-hardened colors drifting to a pleasant smooth smoky gray while the latch shows nice dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening and the peripheries of some of the screw heads retain pale fire blue. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition right and very fine condition left showing some scattered light handling marks and the left panel with a thin minor scratch. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered to the gun and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action remains crisp. A handsome blued American with fine condition. (13C10826-697) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)

268. FINE LONDON FLINTLOCK OFFICERS PISTOL BY E. BAKER

28 bore (.55 cal), 9 1/2” damascus octagon barrel with nicely swamped muzzle and a mostly bright near excellent smooth bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation. Likely made by the very well-regarded Ezekiel Baker, this gun is not explicitly makermarked but does bear his touchmark with a star over “EB” on the underside of the barrel along with London proof marks. This gun bears all of the state-of-the-art features for the early 19th century including waterproof pan, roller frizzen, sliding safety and set trigger. The barrel retains about 95% of a fine antique plum-brown finish showing some mild silvering along the edges and some sparse remnants of pinprick pitting only visible upon close inspection, the barrel otherwise showing nice damascus patterns throughout. There is a gold foliate band inlaid at the breech, the vent is also gold-lined and a gold-filled crest is atop the barrel as well, though it has flaked and softened a bit making it difficult to discern, no doubt it was some gentleman’s familial coat of arms. The lockplate is mostly a medium smoky gray case-hardened patina mixing with a few areas of plum-brown and showing a few subtle wisps of case-hardened colors in the very protected areas. The frizzen spring also retains some flashes of brilliant fire blue and the pan is gold-lined as well. The lock features teat and step at the rear along with a few light tasteful embellishments and the expected graceful hardware. A gold monogram lies in the center of the lockplate and appears to be the initials “RW”. The wedge escutcheons and nosecap are silver showing a pleasant tarnish, the nosecap with engraved sun ray motif that is often seen on Baker arms, in fact rays also reveal themselves on the lockplate when the cock is set. The triggerguard and buttcap are iron retaining generous original bright blue flaking to a deep gray-brown patina, the triggerguard with a lovely pineapple extension. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks maintain a nice honest appearance overall and strong checkering with mullered borders. A simple horn-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the pistol is sighted with fine v-notch rear sight and brass bead front. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. This is a very fine example of a topquality London pistol obviously made for some noteworthy individual. (13D11555-1) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

269. BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE I LIGHTNING OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN serial #34111V4, 20 Ga. (3”), 28” ventilated rib barrel that are choked full and modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this 1964-vintage shotgun retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks and some light operational wear on the lower barrel by the forend. The balance of metal surfaces retain a similar amount original blue with some light handing marks throughout, and some additional light operational wear along the top tang by the selector safety. The trigger retains most of its original gold plate with some areas of light flaking. The frame, top lever, and triggerguard feature standard Grade I Lightning foliate pattern engraving. The checkered round-knob pistolgrip, long-tang buttstock and checkered forend rate about excellent with a few scattered light handling marks. The butt has been fitted with a vented White Line recoil pad and has a 14 1/4” length of pull, with drops of about 1 5/8” and 2 1/8”. The barrels are equipped with a single silver bead front sight and the action locks up tight and is on-face with the top lever resting right of center and the ejectors being robust. This is a fine example of these prized Belgian-made shotguns. (4A11523-77) {C&R} (1500/2500)

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270. BEAUTIFUL CSMC A.H. FOX FE GRADE THIERRY DUGUET ENGRAVED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #F206051, 20 ga., 30" barrels choked extra full in each with bright excellent bores. This lovely little double is built on a scalloped action with full coverage scroll engraving with five gold inlaid animals. Each side of action is engraved with "ANSLEY H. FOX" in riband surrounded in scroll with a gold setter on left, flying pheasant bottom and pointer right. The fences show relief oak leaves with the head of a gundog inlaid in gold on the top lever. The top tang is fully engraved with beautiful geometric border around the screw, the same beautiful treatment is found on the bottom frame screw. The triggerguard shows the same beautiful scroll with a head of a cock ringneck pleasant at center of bow. The barrels feature engraved wedges at breech with Fox's trademark gold inlaid lightning bolts on either side a treatment found only on their highest grade guns. The barrels additionally show single gold bands at muzzle and breech. The shotgun is stocked in a wonderful grade of Turkish walknut with fancy fleurde-lis checkering. The forend with Schnabel treatment at tip with an ebony inlay, the butt is checkered at the center with beautiful engraved toe and heel plates. The shotgun handles beautifully weighing 6 lbs 2 oz. with a 14 1/2" length of pull with drops of 1 1/2" and 2 3/8". A truly wonderful example of the gunmakers art of the 21st century. (1G11778-26) {MODERN} (15,000/25,000)

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271. EXCELLENT KRIEGHOFF K-80 OVER UNDER SHOTGUN WITH COMPLETE KOLAR TUBE SET serial #24604, 12 ga (3”), 28” Bohler-Laufstahl screw-choked barrels with bright excellent bores.

The barrels retain about 99% excellent factory restored blue showing perhaps a minor handling mark or two. The silver finished receiver is in excellent condition displaying crisp factory open foliate scroll engraving providing about 80% coverage, with neat bordering, a floral motif on the hinge pin, and the underside of the frame maker-marked within a shield. The checkered pistolgrip Monte Carlo-style deluxe walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition with only some tiny flakes of finish along the upper tang and a small handful of easily missed light handling marks. Both stock and forend exhibit beautiful grain figure and the stock features a palm swell and a solid Kick-Eez recoil pad giving a 14” length of pull. The shotgun locks up tight with the lever coming to rest well right of center and features a single selective trigger, nonautomatic safety, mechanical hammers, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a white Bradley-style bead front and small brass bead midrib. Included with the shotgun and making quite the well-rounded package are three sets of Kolar sub-gauge inserts for 20 ga, 28 ga, and 410 bore, all with excellent bores but showing wad residue from use, retaining their factory labels and marked for either the top or bottom barrel, six Kolar chokes for gauge insert with the constriction and either “o” or “u” scratch marked on them, appropriate choke wrenches for each, six chokes for the 12 ga barrels (three marked “0”, two marked "1”, and one marked "2”), a pair of snapcaps, a small mallet, and manuals from both Krieghoff and Kolar. All are housed within an aluminum hardcase, a pair of Krieghoff and Kolar stickers adorning the exterior of the lid, the interior an attractive emerald green showing a small spot of wear with compartments for the shotgun, sub gauge inserts, and accessories. The shotgun is essentially as-new with a replacement cost well north of $20k. A fine ensemble for the sporting shotgunner. (14D11765-3) {MODERN} (12,000/15,000)

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272. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER WITH UPDATED LATCH serial #2219, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation its full-length and otherwise strong rifling throughout. According to Roy Jinks, this revolver was updated at the factory with the Second Model latch and hammer notch, indeed the latch is stamped in factory font “2219” matching the frame by serial number. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some flaking along the cylinder, breech area and muzzle toning to a medium brown patina, some smaller scattered freckles, light dings and the cylinder with some assembly marks. The triggerguard is nickel-plated while the hammer shows vibrant case-hardened colors, the trigger has nice dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening and the latch also has a blackened finish with flashes of fire blue. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing a little older added oil finish and small flakes at the toes. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number, the barrel is un-numbered and the cylinder is matching by assembly number. The front sight has been replaced during the period of use with a nickel bead on square base. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the half cock notch will require a little attention as it does not drop the bolt properly, however at full cock timing and lock-up are solid.

An interesting variant for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B10826-305) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

273. AS-NEW F.A.I.R. SAFARI PRESTIGE OVER UNDER RIFLE

serial #282478, 9.3x74R, 21 3/4” barrels with bright about excellent bores. This lovely Italian over under express rifle remains in as-new condition and features a beautiful silver finished receiver with engraved game scenes of elk on the right side of the action, boar on the left, and a roebuck on the underside, all surrounded by attractive foliate scroll. The rifle is complimented by a checkered deluxe walnut Bavarian-style buttstock with left side cheekpiece and brass monogram plate on the toe line and a schnabel-tipped forend. The bar-

rels are sighted with a red fiber optic bead front sight and green fiber optic two dot rear, the rifles are sighted in at the factory with the test target included. Also included is a factory hard case, factory hang tag, manual, sight adjustment tool, and barrel and action sleeves. A lovely Safari Prestige over under rifle from this quality Italian maker. (23B11634-6) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

274. M.R.A. SALVINELLI SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN

serial #23692, 12 ga, 28” screwchoked barrels showing stubborn wad residue ahead of the chambers in otherwise bright excellent bores, the right muzzle showing a tiny ding at the 11 o’clock position. The barrels retain about 99% original blue with a touch of silvering at the muzzles and a few light handling marks, and the coin-finished frame is in excellent condition and beautifully engraved with foliate scroll wedges and bordering, touches of the same on the fences, forend iron, lever, and long tang triggerguard; the frame is marked “PoLi.F.inc” beside the triggerguard. The watertable, barrel flats, and inside forend metal show excellent engine turning. The checkered straight grip deluxe walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks, both sides of the butt showing lovely grain figure, and features drop points and a KickEez recoil pad giving an about 15” length of pull with a 2 3/8” drop at the heel; the stock has been expertly modified to remove the comb. The shotgun locks up with both barrels off-face, light visible between the breech and standing breech, with the lever coming to rest at center; the shotgun will require mechanical attention as the ejectors fail to kick strongly after both barrels are fired but will ejector the spent shell if only the right barrel is fired. The shotgun features a single nonselective trigger, nonautomatic safety, mechanical hammers, cocking indicators, and is sighted with a lone white bead. An attractive Italian shotgun for the sporting enthusiast. (14B11634-5) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

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275. LOVELY CUSTOM ENGRAVED & GOLD-INLAID BELGIAN SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN WITH FRANCOTTE MARKINGS

serial #9736, 410 bore (2 3/4”), 27 1/2” barrels choked cylinder in both with bright near excellent bores. This fine little Belgian guild gun shows “f” 1927 date codes on the undersides of the barrels along with standard Belgian smokeless proofs. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality restored polished blue showing a few tiny handling marks and some areas toning slightly to plum under bright light along the action. The barrels are neatly engraved “A. FRANCOTTE / A LIEGE”, applied after the refinishing, and the undersides of the barrels otherwise do not show the expected “(Crown) / AF” stamps found on Francotte guns. The action and barrel breech areas show lovely post-refinishing English style filigree scrollwork throughout with very fine gold inlaid bordering and foliate flourishes. The action also features endearing little detailed vignettes featuring a squirrel on the left, pheasant right, grouse on bottom and woodcock on triggerguard, and the triggers are gold-plated. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus condition as neatly cleaned and refinished showing a few scratches along the right side of the grip, a small crack at the tip of the forend and a small crack at the heel of the grooved horn buttplate. Length-of-pull is 14” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”, the stock slightly cast-off. The arm is sighted with a single large brass bead and equipped with double triggers, automatic safety and extractor. The rear trigger is not very crisp but the action otherwise seems to function normally. Lock-up is by dual under-bites with Greener crossbolt and sideclips and is solid on-face with top lever resting about center. Weight is a dainty 4 lbs. 2 oz. and the gun includes a leatherbound case of more modern construction with green velvet interior and reproduction goldembossed leather Francotte lid label. A wonderful and desirable Belgian 410 double. (13F11523-68) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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276. MERKEL SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #725586, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 26” Gewehrlaufstahl barrels choked modified in both with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98-99% original blue with light muzzle wear and some easily missed light scuffs scattered along the barrel. The gray-finished frame is in near excellent condition with some minute flaking on the belly of the frame, otherwise showing foliate scroll and floral engraving, the left side displaying a setter on point at the edge of a field, the right three ducks taking flight, and the barrels, triggerguard, and lever are embellished with splashes of the same foliate scroll engraving.

The maker’s marks on the barrel remain clear and legible, import marked by Champlin Firearms of Enid, OK, the shotgun is date-coded to March 1976, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in near excellent condition with a few tiny flattened points of checkering on the wrist and some light handling marks, including a easily missed small ding at the tip of the comb; the stock features a 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/8”. The shotgun locks up a hair off-face with just a bare sliver of light visible between the breeches and standing breeches, via dual underbites and Greener crossbolt with the lever coming to rest at center and features sideclips, an automatic safety, a single nonselective trigger, mechanical hammers, robust ejectors, cocking indicators, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. Included is a leather covered luggage-style case in very good condition showing some light handling and storage marks, with a dark green interior, as well as a 3-piece cleaning rod, snap caps, and oil bottle. An attractive East German ejectorgun. (14B11634-4) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

277. GERMAN SIDEPLATED DRILLING BY HEINRICH MUNCH serial #15664, 16 ga (2 3/4”) over 8x57 JR, 27” Krupp Laufstahl barrels choked full with mostly bright very good bores showing some scattered tiny dents and light oxidation speckling, the rifle bore very good plus with some light oxidation in the grooves and crisp rifling. The barrels retain about 95% older reapplied blue showing a few small areas of old oxidation staining and toning to plum under bright light. The rib retains strong matting and maker markings with Aachen address. The action and sideplates have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with some remnants of silvery case-hardened patina scattered about and a few wisps of colors in the protected areas, the right fence with a little minor pitting. The areas are embellished in full coverage with nice Germanic foliate motifs throughout, the left sideplate with endearing deer game scene and the right with a bold scene of four wolves taking on a bull moose, one wolf clamped on to the back of the moose and flipping over it in dramatic fashion. The rifle is equipped with German claw mounts that hold a Zeiss Zielvier riflescope serial #9996 in very fine condition also with an Emil Kerner & Sohn retailer marking. The optics with German reticle are very good, slightly yellowed but serviceable. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few light dings, a couple drying cracks at the upper tang and a few tiny repairs. The checkering remains strong and the stock features left-side cheekpiece, foliate-engraved spring-loaded cartridge trap along the toe line, sling swivels, grooved horn buttplate and horn triggerguard that shows a few repaired insect bites. The arm features left-side Greener safety, cocking indicator pins, upper tang rifle selector which automatically engages the rear sight and front set trigger. Lock-up is by dual underlugs and Greener crossbolt with sideclips and is solid on-face with top lever resting about center, barrels are proof-dated June 1930. (13C11634-3) {C&R} (2500/3500)

278. WILLIAM EVANS LONDON BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #6259, 12 ga., 28" barrels with excellent bores choked improved cylinder and modified.

This is a very fine boxlock double gun. The action and barrel rib are both marked "Wiliam Evans From Purdey's London" with the action showing beautifully executed fine scroll with floral bouquets.

The gun is proofed for 1 1/8oz. loads and the chambers remain at 2 5/8".

The barrels retain about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish overall with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action shows about 50% original color case hardened finish blending with a smooth gray patina and with all engraving and markings remaining crisp. The bottom plate of the action shows about 20% original blue. The checkered straight grip buttstock and splinter forend are of highly figured English walnut and rate about excellent retaining a good deal of original finish blended with perhaps some light added oil. The checkering remains strong with a few scattered light bruises from the years. The shotgun features double locking underlugs with third fastener in the dolls head rib extension. The gun weighs 6 1/2 lbs. and the barrels show minimum wall thicknesses of .027" with the majority being above .030". The shotgun points nicely with a 14 5/8" length of pull with drops of 1 1/2" and 2 1/4" and is cast off. The shotgun locks up tight and is on-face with top lever almost at dead center. A really lovely London boxlock double ejectorgun from this well-regarded and highly skilled maker.

(1B11778-12) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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279. ATTRACTIVE CASED PAIR OF BRITISH FLINTLOCK OFFICERS PISTOLS BY GATEHOUSE 20 bore, 9 1/8” octagon barrels with fair-good bores showing old oxidation and light pitting their full-lengths. This is a nice pair of British pistols in the original flint and having seen a fair amount of use but maintain an attractive honest appearance overall. The barrels show subtle damascus patterns with a healthy amount of antique plum-brown finish mixing with pleasant smooth gray-brown patina and some scattered lightly cleaned pinprick pitting, a bit more moderate around the touch holes. The barrel flats show London proof marks and the locks are more of a pleasant medium gray patina showing a little sparse pinprick pitting. The lockplates are stepped at the rear with beveled edges and are neatly maker-marked in center “GATEHOUSE”, equipped with attractive hardware including waterproof pans and bridled roller frizzens. The upper tangs show light foliate embellishments and are lightly scratched “ST / 1776”, one of the tangs with a crack through the screw. The insides of the lockplate are marked “IR” and the locks are matching their barrels and stocks with assembly hash marks “I” and “III”, respectively. The barrels are secured with a pair of wedges without escutcheons and iron hardware consists of ramrod thimbles, tailpipes, wide oval triggerguard with attractive pineapple extensions and circular lock screw escutcheons with light border engraving. The bows of the guards show light panoply of arms motifs. The finely checkered walnut stocks with short rounded grips remain in very good plus to about very fine condition showing some overall light dings and dents, one pistol with a shallow 1” chip above the rear edge of lockplate and the other with a crack at the rear lock screw and through the rear wedge along the left side.

The checkering with nice mullered borders remains quite strong and the stocks otherwise maintain a nice appearance overall. The original horn-tipped hickory ramrods are present, the worm end of one having broken off long ago. The pistols are sighted with small blade front sights and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. The pistols come housed in an antique mahogany case that remains in fine condition showing a few moderate drying cracks along the top of the lid and some other dings from the years. Case features sliding catches and brass lock escutcheon along with a lid plate that is very neatly engraved in fine script “Lt. Stephen Tucker / Woodstock, Conn.” The interior is lined in green baize that shows some mild staining and small tears scattered about. The case has two covered compartments and contains a rosewood-handled jag, pair of keys, dual compartment leathercovered Dixon & Sons powder flask in very fine condition, antique single cavity round ball mould and a Connecticut Society of the Sons of the American Revolution silk pennant that is dated February 23, 1891. Stephen Tucker (1732-1808) of Connecticut served during the Revolutionary War though these pistols are a bit anachronistic for his lifetime as, based on their features and proof marks, were no doubt made in the 1820s. Tucker served as a lieutenant in the Fourth Connecticut Light Horse Regiment under Major Ebenezer Backus. The unit saw extensive action at the Siege of Boston, Battle of Bunker Hill, Long Island and more.

Tucker also served as quartermaster for his regiment. Stephen Tucker did have a son and grandson named Stephen, however preliminary research has not determined if they also served in the military. In any event this is an attractive pair of quality British pistols in an interesting case that would make for a very fine addition to any antique arms collection.

(13D11519-3) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)

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280. FINE CASED PAIR OF BRITISH PERCUSSION OFFICER’S PISTOLS BY CLARK 36 Bore (.50 cal), 10” octagon damascus barrels with mostly bright very good plus bores showing a little mild oxidation and fine rifling throughout.

This lovely pair of pistols show a very old and nicely executed restoration, likely done in England, with the barrels retaining essentially all of their lovely contrasting deep plum-brown and gray twist patterns. The top flats retain strong maker markings neatly engraved “CLARK-HOLBORNLONDON” and the breeches show nice swirling cap deflectors and platinum blowout plugs. The lockplates retain 99% attractive dark smoky casehardened colors and retain strong maker name, dolphin head hammers and light English foliate scrollwork that has softened very slightly in a few areas. The tailpipes and triggerguard retain about 98% excellent quality rich bright blue showing nice stands of arms embellished along the bows of the guard and attractive pineapple finials. There are silver wedge escutcheons and the remaining small parts show nice brilliant fire blue. The flat bottom grips show an inlaid silver monogram plate engraved with a familial crest with unicorn head above coronet flanked by palms. The checkered short-gripped walnut stocks remain in very fine condition as lightly refurbished showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, one pistol with a minor crack at the lock screw. The wood exhibits some areas of nice subtle figure and the stocks feature nice flattop checkering with mullered borders and horn forend tips. There are brass-tipped hickory ramrods present and the pistols are sighted with v-notch rear sights and small silver bead front. The locks are equipped with sliding safeties and are crisp. The pistols are housed in their original case with brass clasps, lid handle and monogram plate engraved with the same crest as the guns. The exterior is in very fine condition showing scattered light dings and a few gaps forming along some of the edges. One of the eyes for the lid clasp and the lock escutcheon are missing. The interior is lined in green baize that shows some evident pilling and fading, perhaps an older relining, and there are two lidded compartments and the case holds a single cavity round ball mould, rosewood-handled cleaning rod, small Dixon pewter oiler, two tins of slightly more modern UMC caps, an antique Eley cap tin, and a nice three-compartment powder flask with green-dyed shagreen body covering. The interior lid retailer label shows moderate flaking and is not readily legible. A very fine cased pair from this quality London maker. (13D11519-5) {ANTIQUE} (8,000/12,000)

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281. RARE AND VERY FINE CASED COLT MODEL 1860 LONDON ARMY REVOLVER serial #95043 all matching including wedge, .44 caliber, 8" barrel with a mostly bright and excellent bore that shows a little scattered light oxidation. Sutherland's states that only several hundred Army revolvers were sold through the London agency, all of which were made in Hartford. The barrel shows the correct "ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON" and the serial numbers on the frame, barrel and gripstraps are all marked with the proper "L" either above or below. The barrel and cylinder show proper London

proofs and the revolver remains in very fine condition. The barrel shows between 60 and 70% bright original blue finish with loss confined to areas of flaking where the exposed metal has taken on a very smooth and even gray brown patina. The cylinder is similar in condition to the barrel and shows an excellent fully visible cylinder scene. The frame shows about 80% mottled original color case hardened finish which is thinning but remains quite visible with the color on the hammer being more vivid. The revolver shows an iron backstrap and silverplated brass triggerguard. The backstrap showing 95% bright original blue finish with the triggerguard retaining 97% original silverplated finish that is mostly tarnished to a pleasing blue color which matches the backstrap finish quite nicely. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 97% original finish remaining. The revolver comes in its original oak casing with blue baize lined interior. The case houses the following accessories: "L" shaped combination tool, two cavity Army mould, correct Dixon bag shaped flask in very nice condition, two packs of skin cartridges, one by Mount Pleasant Cartridge Company, a small gutta percha container with threaded lid and an Eley cap tin. The case is typical British style with round brass monogram plate at center of lid, exterior is near excellent and the interior is similar with a couple partially loose partitions. A very fine and very hard-to-find revolver for the advanced Colt collector. (1B11133-1) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)

282. FINE & DESIRABLE BRITISH DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION HOWDAH PISTOL BY HENRY TATHAM 16 bore, 6 3/4” smoothbore damascus barrels with partially bright very good bores showing some scattered old oxidation. This is a very attractive double pistol, the barrels retaining about 90% original plum-brown finish, the loss due to some scattered fine oxidation speckling and a bit of light pitting along the right barrel that is mostly unobtrusive, otherwise retaining fine damascus patterns throughout. The breech plug is a deep smoky gray retaining some wisps of good case-hardened colors and equipped with fine platinum blowout plugs. The back action lockplates retain about 70% nice vibrant original case-hardened colors, the more exposed areas at the rears toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina, and the hammers are a deep gray, the spurs appearing to have been repaired some time ago. The barrel rib shows neatly engraved Henry Tatham 37 Charing Cross, London address and both lockplates are maker-marked and show tasteful light foliate scrollwork. The tailpipe and triggerguard retain some good streaks of original bright blue flaking to a deep plum-brown patina and showing some more light scrollwork, the triggerguard with a nice pineapple extension, and the smooth buttcap features a small compartment and retains fine case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine to near excellent condition retaining perhaps 95% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks and mostly crisp diamond point checkering. Stock fit remains excellent, the oval wedge escutcheons are of silver and the pistol is equipped with the familiar swiveling ramrod assembly. The locks are equipped with sliding safeties and seem to function well mechanically. This is a very fine example of a desirable big bore double howdah pistol from an excellent and well-regarded London maker. (13D11199-95) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

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283. DESIRABLE & RARE BERDAN SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 PERCUSSION RIFLE

serial #54463, .52 cal, 30” barrel with an oxidized bore showing some subtle bright areas and evident rifling throughout. This rifle has a lot of character with honest use and retains all of the correct features including double set triggers, no lever locking catch and falls squarely within the proper serial number range of those rifles issued to Col. Hiram Berdan's First and Second Sharpshooter Regiments (54,374 to 57,567). It is believed that many of the first 600 rifles were delivered to the 1st Regiment of Sharpshooters received at Yorktown, VA on the 7th of May in 1862. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mottled mix of deep gray and gunmetal patina showing an old cleaning overall with remnants of light to moderate old pitting and some old moderate dings along the action. The rear sight assembly and many of the screws are later replacements and the pellet pusher is missing but the remaining parts of the primer system appear to be intact. All of the proper original markings are also largely intact, those on the barrel with softened edges but otherwise legible. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in good condition as cleaned showing partially smoothed-over old abrasions and the buttstock with a repaired break along the right side of the wrist, repaired chips and areas of synthetic filler against the action. The patchbox hardware and sling swivels are intact, the front sight is significantly worn-down with no blade present, the barrel is matching the action and the lock with double set triggers seems to function normally. While a bit rough around the edges this rifle remains a very good example piece of an always sought-after Berdan Sharps for the U.S. martial collector. (13C11673-8) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)

284. FINE SHARPS NEW MODEL CARTRIDGE-CONVERTED CARBINE

serial #49107, 50-70, 22” three-groove barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 90% arsenal-refurbished blue with areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light and some light handling marks. The external barrel markings have been lost to the refurbishment though the rear sight retains strong blackened finish and patent markings.

The action retains perhaps 75% fine case-hardened colors quite vibrant along the left side and protected areas, the right side toning to a pleasant smoky gray and showing a few mild oxidation speckles.

The action markings remain mostly strong and the primer mechanism cover, ejector and a number of the screw heads retain nice fire blue. The smooth walnut stock and forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining most of their arsenal oil finish and showing a small flake along the right edge of the forend and some other scattered light dings. The buttplate retains generous casehardened colors and the left side of the buttstock bear a crisp “DFC” cartouche. The original sights are intact and this example is equipped with the spring-loaded firing pin. The barrel is matching the frame by serial number and also matching the ejector by assembly number “37”. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically.

This is a very fine and attractive example of these desirable cartridge-converted carbine for the US martial collector. (13C11666-31) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection].

(3000/5000)

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285. CSMC INVERNESS DELUXE ROUND BODY OVER UNDER DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #I-00937, 20 ga., 30" barrels choked full and full with asnew bores. This fine little double features 3" chambers, single selective trigger, vent rib, automatic ejectors, full lower tang and engraved steel grip cap.

The action is engraved with handsome and quite deep relief scroll with gold dogs on either side. The barrel selector is mounted within safety switch and the shotgun functions properly. The gun is stocked in a fine grade of American Black walnut and retains all of its original Tru Oil finish with crisp checkering. The gun weighs 6 1/2 lbs. and is fitted with a thin solid red rubber recoil pad providing a 14 1/2" length of pull and with drops of 1 1/4" and 2". A fine and nice handling little double from Connecticut Shotgun. (1C11778-23) {MODERN} (7000/9000)

286. BRITISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY J. VENABLES AND SON OF OXFORD serial #5836, 12 ga., 28" barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified and with bright excellent bores. This shotgun was made in Oxford which is located between London and Birmingham and was proofed in Birmingham. Originally proofed with 2 1/2" chambers for a 1 1/8 oz. load, the gun shows modern proofs showing the chambers at 70mm (2 3/4") and pressures at 850 BAR. The action and locks show full coverage, very nicely executed, rose and scroll engraving with makers name "J. VENABLES & SON" in riband on either side. The top rib is engraved "J. VENABLES & SON ST. ALDATES, OXFORD" and the barrel, forend and top lever are all engraved with the numeral "1" indicating that this was originally part of a set. The gun is overall about as-new and appears to be a full London refinish. The barrels show a minimum wall thickness of about .026" with most areas measuring at .030" or higher. The gun weighs a tad under 6 1/2 lbs. and points nicely with a 14 7/8" length of pull over a thin leather covered recoil pad and having drops of 1 1/2" and 2". The section of the under rib closest to the action is Connecticut Shotgun importer marked. The ejectors are robust and in-time and the gun locks up tight and on-face. This double is ready to go afield. (1C11778-13) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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287. RIZZINI ROUND BODY EM SMALLBORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #69386, 410 bore (3”), 28” ventilated rib screw choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this nice Italian over under retain about 96% original blue showing a few minor oxidation speckles on either side nearer the muzzles.

The right-side chamber area shows European “36 ga.” designation for 410. The action retains about 98% nice vibrant case-hardened colors, the small parts with a similar amount of original blue, and the arms is embellished with fine tasteful foliate scrollwork and floral motifs throughout, the bottom of action with portrait of a game dog. The checkered walnut round knob pistolgrip buttstock and forend with prominent schnabel remain in excellent condition perhaps showing one or two tiny handling marks. The wood shows fine grain figure throughout and the grooved buttplate is nicely contrasting walnut with darker grain lines providing a 14 3/4” length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”. Weight is 5 lbs. 14 oz. and the gun features single mechanical selective trigger, non-automatic safety and brass bead front sight. The included choke tubes are full and improved modified and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. A fine Italian 410. (13C11778-2) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

288. WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 901 OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #300308, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 26 1/2” ventilated rib barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98-99% original blue perhaps showing one or two tiny handling marks while the action retains about 95% rich vibrant case-hardened colors that show some scattered small areas of mottled smoky gray patina. Both sides of both barrels and action show Webley & Scott maker markings while the undersides of the barrels bear Birmingham nitroproofs. The checkered walnut round knob pistolgrip buttstock and sporting forend remain in excellent condition showing a little subtle figure along the buttstock and length-of-pull to the grooved hard rubber buttplate is 14 3/4” with drops of 1 3/8” and 2”. Weight is 7 lbs. 1 oz. and the gun features non-automatic safety, single selective inertial trigger and silver bead front sight. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. These shotguns were mostly made for Harrington & Richardson to import during the 1970s, though not many actually ended up being sold on the American market and this example bears no H&R markings. (13B11778-5) {MODERN} (2000/2500)

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289. GALAZAN CUSTOM DAKOTA MODEL 10 FALLING BLOCK RIFLE serial #GALAZAN-11, 257 Roberts, 23" round barrel with an as-new bore. This rifle, built on a Dakota Model 10 action, has been highly finished by Galazan in world class fashion. The action features tight scroll engraving on the side flats with large wooded panel scene on left showing a running buck in gold. The left flat is finished the same with a running gold doe against a mountainous background. The rifle features a color case hardened quarter rib which holds a pair of quick detachable Talley rings along with a removable fixed rear sight. The front sight is mounted on a banded ramp with hood intact and there is also a banded swivel mount just ahead of the forend.

The rifle is stocked in highly figured Turkish walnut which is checkered at the pistolgrip with gold inlaid Mule deer buck within the checkering left and a doe right. The stock features a 14 1/2" length of pull over an expertly fit casehardened skeleton buttplate with nicely bordered checkered panel at center and with brilliant fire blued screws holding it in place. The pistolgrip cap may be of horn and has the Dakota Arms monogram at center. The rifle is finished in blue and color case hardening with virtually all of that finish remaining, the rifle shows no signs of use. An extremely handsome and fine American custom single shot sporting rifle in a popular chambering. (1D11778-34) {MODERN} (10,000/15,000)

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290. EXCELLENT ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CLASSIC SUPER EXPRESS BY KEN WARREN serial #G63112, 375 H&H Magnum, 24” ported round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle has been embellished by master engraver Ken W. Warren with the action and bottom metal engraved in full coverage with nice deep relief flowing foliate scrollwork and matted background shading. The engraving is finished in a smooth medium gray, nicely contrasting with the blue, and foliate scroll continues onto the barrel shank, around rear sight, swivel attachments and muzzle. The magnum crossbolts and bolt knob are floral engraved as well and there are just a few tasteful gold accent lines here and there. The floorplate features a handsome lion vignette while the bow of the guard has the initials “DW” inlaid in gold and the work is signed along the rear edge of the bottom metal “K.W. WARREN”. The bolt body remains bright and is nicely jeweled and the remaining metal surfaces retain about 98% quality commercial blue showing a bit of subtle thinning in a few spots along the bottom metal. The rifle has been restocked in classic style in a very fine grade of walnut featuring fleur-de-lis checkering, contrasting rosewood tip, graceful left-side shadowline cheekpiece and steel pistolgrip cap that shows a little thinning to gray-brown patina. The stock rates excellent and exhibits wonderful grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the quality leather-covered pad is 14 1/2”. The rifle is equipped with a set of Leopold rings and bases that show the same quality embellishments as the rifle and the rings hold a Leopold Vari-X III 1.5x5 riflescope in excellent condition with duplex reticle. The rifle is also sighted with the proper three-leaf express rear sight and a silver bead front sight on ramp, without hood. A beautiful custom Model 70 in the popular and respected 375 H&H. (13F11712-7) {MODERN} (10,000/15,000)

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291. WINCHESTER MODEL 52C SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #97300C, 22 LR, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. This is a very handsome Model 52C sporter.

The barreled action retains 98-99% original blue, the loss being only some very light handling wear and some light operational fading, the receiver starting to drift very slightly to plum. The bottom metal retains about 99% original blue, with perhaps some light silvering on the sharp edges of the triggerguard. The crown of the muzzle and bolt body remain bright, the bolt is numbered to the gun on its underside. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip Monte Carlo stock rates very fine to excellent with nearly all of its original varnish and only light handling marks here and there from use afield. The arm has its original Winchester front sight with hood, there is no rear receiver sight currently present, the receiver is properly factory drilled and tapped for scope mounting. Included with the arm is a single original Winchestermarked magazine, a set of Weaver mounts, and Super Grade sling swivels on a Hunter leather sporting sling. A very fine 1957-made example of Winchester’s last Model 52 sporting rifle, and the model with the lowest production numbers. (4B11692-1) {C&R} (4000/6000)

292. RARE & EXCELLENT COLT CUSTOM SHOP GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH COLTGUARD FINISH serial #02426N70, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 1981 MK IV / Series ’70 pistol is asnew-in-box and remains in superb condition. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original Coltguard finish (a.k.a. electroless nickel). The checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a nickel finished Patridge front sight, black Colt Eliasson adjustable rear sight, long trigger with overtravel stop, collet bushing, serrated front strap, and serrated flat mainspring housing.

It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, electroless nickel factory marked seven-round magazine, factory bushing wrench, Allen wrench, manual, and paperwork. The box rates good showing light storage wear, a small portion of the box torn on one end, and light tearing on the corners. The paperwork and accessories rates excellent. A beautiful Gold Cup in a rare and desirable finish.

(8B11770-11) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

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293. RARE COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL ENHANCED SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #SG03041E, 38 Super Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1993-manufactured Series ’80 pistol appears virtually as-new and retains wonderful condition. The high polished stainless steel surfaces rate excellent.

The grips are a beautiful set of smooth stag featuring light bark, heaviest on the right panel, in addition to silver Rampant Colt medallions and they remain in superb condition. The “enhanced” part of this fine pistol includes a solid rib on the slide, an enlarged ejection port, long trigger, beavertail grip safety, round hammer spur, and it is sighted with three dot sights. It includes the factory hard case, original picture shipping sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked nine-round magazines, manual, and paperwork. The hard case rates excellent while the shipping sleeve rates fair plus showing tearing, partially missing end flap, and missing dust flaps. It is purported these were only made for one year and is only second in scarcity to the Delta Elite version. A definite must-have for the serious collector. (8B11770-19) {MODERN} (2200/2800)

294. U.S. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY-NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERTED REVOLVER serial #61059, 38 CF, 7 1/2” octagon barrel with an about good bore showing areas of light to moderate old pitting scattered throughout, bright areas and strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this revolver are mostly a mix of deep plum-brown and more mild pewter gunmetal patina with areas of scattered light pitting and old tool marks from the years. The barrel shows some evidence of a light cleaning with thin scratches visible. All principal markings are intact and mostly strong, the barrel showing New York address and small anchor stamp along the top flat. The bottom flat shows proper “R. W. M. (Anchor)” Navy inspector stamp, the conversion patent dates are stamped over the original “COLTS / PATENT / US” on the left side frame and the butt is marked “USN”. The cylinder scene also remains quite strong overall and the revolver is equipped with iron backstrap and triggerguard. The smooth walnut grip remains in very good condition showing an old cleaning with some scattered light dings and dents and the interior ink number is rather faded but appears to be matching. The wedge is un-numbered, the cylinder has been re-stamped to match the frame during conversion and the remaining numbered parts are matching. The action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A solid example of these interesting and desirable U.S. Navy revolvers. (13C11739-49) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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295. STUNNING CASED & NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN RIMFIRE REVOLVER SHIPPED TO WEXEL & DEGRESS

serial #12873, 44 Henry RF, 8" barrel with a very good plus bore that is mostly bright with one area of light pitting. This revolver is beautifully embellished and remains in a very fine state of preservation. The revolver features full coverage scroll engraving on the frame, the barrel shows perhaps 75% coverage and the cylinder shows scroll between each flute. While the gun is not signed by Nimschke, there are several treatments on the gun that were favored by him. The frame is engraved in a shell pattern around the hinge pin, a pattern often used by Nimschke, the barrel lug showing the same treatment. The sides of the topstrap show a crosshatch pattern found on Nimschke guns and the backstrap shows wavy line motifs he often used. The top of the topstrap at the latch shows another shell motif, his fingerprints are all over the gun. The frame and barrel show 97% original nickel plated finish which remains quite bright with loss coming due to some light flaking along the edges of the barrel rib. The cylinder shows a bit more flaking with perhaps 80% remaining and with the exposed metal appearing just a bit darker than the finish making the loss quite unobtrusive.

The revolver wears a pair of period mother-of-pearl grips which rate excellent with a couple small chips on the right panel toward the bottom of the grip. The grips show proper age with a slightly dull surface that still shows some nice iridescence. The revolver is housed in a correct mahogany case that remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some light dings and scuffs along the exterior. The interior is lined in red baize that shows mild wear and contains a complement of nice original accessories including an empty ammunition tin, eight loose 44 RF cartridges, pewter oiler, key and a slightly later vintage Goodell-Pratt Co. pocket turnscrew with four different attachments. The included factory letter shows this revolver was one of 500 Rimfire Americans shipped on August 3rd, 1872 to Wexel & DeGress in New York City. Wexel & DeGress had offices in New York and Mexico City with their main focus being on the Mexican trade. The guns in this shipment were 8" blued guns and Pate's “Smith & Wesson American Model” references correspondence from Smith & Wesson to W&D stating that the revolvers would be delivered in time to make the steamer ship which was departing for Mexico on the 8th of August. This revolver was obviously pulled from the shipment and sent for engraving.

These rimfire revolvers were being produced at a time when production was fully focused on centerfire revolvers but with the number of 1866 Winchesters in Mexico and the subsequent availability of 44 Henry RF ammunition, Smith & Wesson made these revolvers on special order for Wexell & Degress. This revolver was very likely embellished to be used as a gift to an influential Mexican to further Wexel & DeGress's robust business in the country. High condition period engraved Smith & Wesson American revolvers are extremely rare and coveted by collectors. This one being in a rimfire configuration and almost certainly destined for Mexico simply puts it on another level. A truly wonderful, investment quality Smith & Wesson American. (1F10826-545) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Collection] (25,000/35,000)

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296. RARE NATIONAL ARMS CO. NO. 2 SHORT BARRELED DERINGER PART OF A CLOSELYNUMBERED PAIR serial #5664, 41 RF, 2” barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This is a nice example of the scarcer 2” barreled brass frame deringer serial-numbered just one away from the next lot. The barrel retains about 92% original silver finish showing some mild edge wear and handling marks, the silver taking on a very fine deep gray tarnish. The frame retains some remnants of silver in the protected areas, mostly toning to a pleasant ocher brass while the hammer shows a few wisps of good case-hardened colors. The metal surfaces show the familiar light factory embellishments of wide foliate flourishes. The right checkered walnut grip panel remains in about very good condition with a repaired 2” chip along the top edge, the original piece having been re-affixed. The left panel is very fine showing generous antique varnish and some light dings. The barrel locks up well and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine and desirable variant for the antique arms collector, please see the next lot for its companion. (13B11802-1) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

297. RARE NATIONAL ARMS CO. NO. 2 SHORT BARRELED DERINGER PART OF A CLOSELY-NUMBERED PAIR serial #5666, 41 RF, 2” barrel with an about good bore showing some old moderate oxidation and good rifling throughout. This is an attractive example of the scarcer 2” barreled brass frame deringer serial-numbered just one away from the previous lot. The barrel retains about 92% original silver finish showing some high edge wear and a few pinprick pits along the left side, the bottom edge showing what appears to be an old thin crack forming below the screw. The silver has taken on an attractive medium gray tarnish overall and the frame retains remnants of silver finish in the very protected areas having mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina. The hammer shows some smoky gray remnants of case-hardening and the metal surfaces are embellished with the familiar wide foliate flourishes. The checkered walnut grips remain in very fine condition with generous antique varnish, some edge wear and light dings. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits some play and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A fine and scarce variant and an interesting opportunity for such a closely numbered pair. (13B11802-2) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

298. FINE BELGIAN COPY OF A SHARPS FOUR-BARREL PEPPERBOX serial #2577, 32 RF, 3 1/2” four-barrel cluster with bright near excellent bores showing crisp rifling. This is an interesting and attractive take on the Sharps pepperbox incorporating a few i m p ro ve ments such as the long lever barrel catch on the right side of the frame and little manual ejector rod housed beneath the barrels. The metal surfaces retain about 65% original bright blue with some overall flaking to an attractive gray-brown patina, the barrels with some silvering to gunmetal and some other scattered light handling marks. The gun appears to have seen little actual use as the bores retain almost all of their blue. The hammer with rotating nose and the latch retain lovely rich straw color, the back spring with nice fire blue and the trigger shows nice gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition retaining almost all of their original varnish and showing some scattered light handling marks. The barrels lock up very well and the action seems to function nicely with properly rotating hammer nose. An attractive pistol for the dedicated Sharps or deringer collector. (13B11802-3) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

299. ATTRACTIVE BELGIAN SHARPS PATENT FOURBARREL PEPPERBOX BY L. GHAYE serial #521, 30 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with bright near excellent bores showing a little mild frosting and crisp rifling. Though this fine pepperbox does not appear to be blatantly maker-marked, it does bear the familiar Sharps patent marks on the frame and L. Ghaye did hold the license in Belgian to produce Christian Sharps’s design. The barrels retain about 92% original bright blue showing just some mild edge wear while the brass frame retains about 95% silver finish showing a little subtle thinning along the high edges and a few scattered light dings. The silver is taking on a subtle tarnish, both sides of the action are stamped with the aforementioned 1859 Sharps patent information and the frame is also embellished with nice quality flowing foliate scrollwork throughout. The hammer and other small parts are mostly bright, the back spring with nice straw color. This pepperbox is equipped with a small improvement on the original design featuring a small sliding safety catch behind the hammer. The smooth horn grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing a little shallow insect damage nearer the bases.

The barrels lock up nicely and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. A fine licensed copy of the Model 2 Sharps. (13B11802-5) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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300. WWII GERMAN KIA FALLSCHIRMJAEGER UNTEROFFIZIER HEINZ JANTOSCH GROUPING This grouping consists of Jantosch’s dress tunic, trousers, NCO peaked cap, belt and buckle, gravity knife, Iron cross second class with paper presentation pouch, Luftwaffe paratrooper ring and box, “Fallschirm-Jäger Rgt.1” cuff title, leather ID disc pouch and lanyard, boot knife, and documentation on Jantosch’s service in the Luftwaffe. Unteroffizier Heinz Jantosch served with the 4. Fallschirmjäger Battalion 5 from 1941 until he died in battle on December 16, 1944 in Italy.

Jantosch fought in the Battle of Crete, North Africa against the British 8th Army, Tunisia, and finally Italy. The tunic is fully correct in material and detail, made of blue wool felt with a gray lining, pleated pockets, French cuffs, yellow piping, and aluminum pebbled buttons. The tunic is ink stamped with “ERNST KOSCHEL / KÖLN 39 / 43 92 43 / 72 80 65” above the left interior chest pocket with the pocket edge stamped “(indiscernible) 39”. The insignia comprises standard Luftwaffe yellow collar tabs with metal bird emblem, NCO aluminum tresse bordering the collar and shoulder boards, embroidered Luftwaffe eagle on right breast, “KRETA” cuff title, Iron Cross second class buttonhole ribbon, and awards listed as displayed on the left breast: Close Combat Clasp in silver, Iron Cross first class (marked “65”), Paratrooper Badge (marked “G.H. Osange Dresden”), Silver Wound Badge, and Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge. All badges appear correct and authentic showing mild handling wear and nicely aged patina. Approximate tunic measurements are: 38” chest, 17” shoulder to shoulder, 16” backwaist, 34” sleeve with trouser measurements approximately: 32” waist, 27 1/2” inseam, 12” rise, 8 1/2" cuff length. The tunic remains in excellent near-mint condition with its only apologies being a minor stain on the left rear exterior and a small 2” repair to the interior gray lining on the left side. The trousers appear to be of correct age and very well kept. The peaked NCO cap appears likewise authentic, showing a few minor moth holes in the wool fabric, a small tear in the interior leather sweatband, and mild damage to the interior plastic liner with the manufacturer label mostly intact displaying “MAX WENYER / 1939”. The brown leather belt and buckle remain in excellent condition with light handling marks and minor wear; the tongue is marked “L.B.A.(S.) / 1937” with the interior marked “Jgd.Gr.I / 138 / 1938” and the buckle exhibiting a “P.M.” stamp in diamond. The Iron Cross second class remains in very good condition with mild wear and includes its original neck tie ribbon and paper presentation pouch. The gravity knife remains in excellent condition with very minimal handling wear on the blade and wooden scales, the blade exhibits a manufacturer mark “PAUL WEYERSBERG & CO. / SOLINGEN (in oval with centered sword) / ROSTFREI” on the obverse side and is properly serialized “652”. The German boot knife remains in excellent condition exhibiting light handling marks and fine flaking on the black leather scabbard frog, the ricasso is marked “5” in a trapezoid shape. The Luftwaffe paratrooper ring remains unmarked in very good plus condition with mild tarnish and original presentation case. The scarce green embroidered “Fallschirm-Jäger Rgt.1” cuff title remains in superb condition very minimal wear and retaining bright embroidery. A binder consisting of the soldier’s unit history, whereabouts, and translated personal documents including the original death notification letter sent to the soldier’s family, five original award documents for medals and decorations received, original leather ID disc pouch with Jantosch’s handwritten name and lanyard, and an original photo of the soldier and his comrades in full combat gear is included. A framed 6x9 photo of Jantosch in full regalia is also included. A superb period German ensemble that would make for an excellent display. (28D11738-PV1) [John A. Micavich Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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301. WWII USAAF T/SGT. ROBERT G. TALLEY OF THE 445TH BOMB GROUP 703RD BOMB SQUADRON GROUPING This grouping consists of Talley’s Ike-style jacket, two overseas caps, two framed photos of Talley and his flight crew, a pair of leather gunner mittens, traveling suitcase, “Get That Fighter” and “German Phrase Booklets”, B-24 Stationary, 445th unit history book, and documentation on Talley’s service in the U.S. Army Air Corps. The Ike-style Class A dress jacket retains the original size “36R” collar tag with insignia comprising standard USAAF brass disc collar pins, 8th Army Air Corps unit patch on left shoulder, technical sergeant stripes on each sleeve, four overseas service bars on left cuff, a ruptured duck honorable discharge patch, and awards listed as displayed: Aerial Gunner Wing Badge, Air Medal with two bronze clusters, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-AfricanMiddle Eastern Medal with 3 bronze battle stars, and WWII Victory Medal. The jacket remains in excellent condition with its only apologies being a few scattered moth nips and snags in the fabric, particularly along the sleeves. The two overseas caps remain in excellent condition with one cap retaining USAAF blue and yellow piping and the other cap plain. The two leather gunner mittens remain in very good plus condition with fine flaking and light handling marks, the wrists displaying a Hansen Glove Corp. manufacturer tag showing “TYPE A-9A” and size “LARGE” along with “PROPERTY / AIR FORCES, U.S. ARMY”. The black Smith Corona traveling case measures 13”x13”x5 1/2" and features numerous USAAF colored decals on the exterior top lid with Talley’s handwritten name on the latch hinge. The soft cover 445th unit history book and B-24 air mail stationery remain in excellent condition with all 72 sheets of paper and 24 envelopes accounted for. The included binder consists of Talley’s unit history, whereabouts, and personal documents including his Separation Qualification Record, enlistment records, Honorable Discharge paperwork, copies of his mission data, and unit accolades. Technical Sergeant Talley served in the 8th Army Air Corps, 445th Bomb Group, 703rd Bomb Squadron from March 1943 until November 1945 flying 23 combat missions initially as an aerial gunner and eventually as a radio operator mechanic gunner.

The 445th Bomb Group participated in the European Air Offensive, Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes, and Central Europe. (28D11738-PV12) [John A. Micavich Collection] (2000/4000)

302. VIETNAM WAR SPECIAL FORCES MASTER SGT. UNIFORM GROUPING This grouping includes one jungle field shirt, boonie hat, complete M1956 field gear setup, and M6 bayonet. The green poplin field shirt remains in very good plus to near-excellent condition with some scattered minor oxidation spots, long term storage wear, and light fading. The shirt retains all original white size and manufacture tags, but they remain bleached and illegible with only the size tag displaying several ink stamped “EBES”. The shirt exhibits two Master Sergeant stripes on each sleeve, a Special Forces and Airborne tab on the left sleeve, and a U.S. Army and Senior Paratrooper patch on the left breast. The OD green cotton boonie hat remains in very good condition with potent stitching, custom bronze-colored lining ink stamped “54”, a metal “THAILAND” crest pin displayed at the center front, a “THAILAND” tab on the left side brim, and a “U-TAPAO” tab on the right side brim; the left front edge of the brim is torn and frayed exposing the cork mid layer. The M1956 field gear comprises a web pistol belt, a set of suspenders, two M16 magazine pouches, a canteen cover with plastic canteen, an M1911 black leather holster stamped “CATHY ENTERPRISES / 7791466”, and canvas M1911 double magazine pouch.

All field gear items remain in very good plus condition with light handling wear, mild verdigris on the metal surfaces, and minor discoloration or fading. The M6 bayonet remains in excellent condition retaining about 98% original Parkerized finish loss from scabbard wear with the scabbard showing mild finish loss along the exterior fiberglass shell and the metal surfaces exhibiting light oxidation staining. The crossguard is marked “U.S.M6 / IMPERIAL” with the blade retaining a nice sharp factory edge and the scabbard marked “U.S. M8A1 / WD” on the front throat. The silk camouflage neck scarf is a field-altered piece from a parachute and retains the original strong edge seams from where pieces were sewn together along with an OD green cotton neck scarf with light fraying and fading. A seldom-encountered ensemble from the Vietnam War. (28A11738PV59) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2500)

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303. WWII U.S. ARMY ARTILLERY CAPTAIN JOHN P. DOWNING UNIFORM GROUPING This grouping consists of Downing’s tunic, visor cap, Sam Browne belt, pleated pants with belt, two cotton riding trousers, khaki cotton service shirt, two chocolate brown wool service shirts, doeskin coat, Ike-style dress jacket, service shirt with 9th U.S. Army patch, OD green pants, HBT coveralls, dress tunic with 2nd Service Command patch and belt, V-neck sweater, scarf, khaki cartridge belt, khaki tan and OD green wool riding pants, assorted uniform insignia, buttons, and captains bars, 9th U.S. Army patch and Field Artillery insignia, two 1943 “Lateral Conduct of Fire” pads, and Downing’s military service records all neatly stored in two footlockers. Many articles retain a private purchase “CHRISTENSON / 285 / FIFTH AVENUE / NEW YORK” tag with Downing’s name accompanying them. Most articles remain in about excellent condition with some exhibiting wear from long term storage with areas of light handling marks, mild staining, and minor moth holes. The brown leather Sam Browne belt, cross strap, brass hardware, and sword hanger show mild verdigris on the metal surfaces and overall light handling wear. The Ikestyle Class A dress jacket retains the original size “40R” collar tag with the upper lining displaying a handwritten “8065 / May ‘45” and the jacket dated June 3, 1944. The insignia comprises standard U.S. Army officer “U.S.” brass collar insignia, brass artillery lapel insignia, captains’ bars on both epaulets, and a 9th army unit patch on left shoulder. The OD green herringbone twill coveralls retain silver embroidered captain’s bars and gold artillery officer crossed cannon insignia on the collar. The artillery unit guidon flag displays a “743 / (crossed cannons) / S” in yellow with a red background and remains in very good condition with fraying at the pointed ends. The officer tunic exhibits two silver bullion threaded captain’s bars on each epaulet with the left shoulder exhibiting a 9th Army unit patch and the left cuff retaining two silver bullion Overseas Service Bars. The doeskin officer overcoat shows two tears on the interior lining just above the rear vent and along the right armpit liner stitching with the waistbelt present. The three wool spear-point collar service shirts all remain plain with one OD green shirt retaining a 9th Army shoulder unit patch. The assorted insignia include two brass crossed cannon insignia, two “U.S.” brass collar insignia, nine embroidered gold crossed cannon patches, six ruptured duck patches, three silver embroidered captain’s bars, and 13 brass Federal Eagle uniform buttons with three unused “Lateral Conduct of Fire” notepads. The two included footlockers measure 31”x17”x13 1/2" with the lids prominently displaying Downing’s full name and service number. Captain John P. Downing served in the U.S. Army from August 24, 1940, until July 24, 1945, with the U.S. 9th Army, 743rd Field Artillery which arrived in England in early December 1944 and were battle tested throughout the war having participated in the Central Europe and Rhineland campaigns. (28C11738-PV33) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2000)

304. WWII CHAPLAIN CHARLES A. EARLE GROUPING This grouping consists of Earle’s dress tunic, visor cap, sidecap, khaki service shirt, luggage bag, greatcoat, Chaplain kit, and “Map Reading for the Soldier” booklet with maps, and a binder containing information on Earle’s military service.

Most articles remain in excellent condition with typical long term storage wear, handling marks, and mild staining. The U.S. Army officer dress tunic remains a size 44S and is dated December 1, 1942, with insignia comprising officer brass “U.S.” collar pins, silver Chaplains cross lapel pins, silver Captain’s pins on both epaulets, Army Ground Forces Replacement Depot patch on the right shoulder, Advance Section of the Communications Zone patch on the left shoulder (upside down), and awards listed as displayed: American Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, Europe-Africa-Middle East Campaign Medal. The visor cap and sidecap both remain in excellent condition with the visor cap retaining a Bancroft Uniform manufacturer tag on the inside crown and the sidecap exhibiting a silver Chaplains cross insignia on the front left side. The khaki cotton service shirt remains in excellent condition still starched and exhibits a faint ink stamped “16-32”. The brown canvas luggage bag remains in very good plus condition with overall light handling marks and mild cracking on the leather hardware with the front displaying Earle’s ink stamped name and service number. The handsome overcoat remains in excellent condition showing a few minor moth holes, wear around high traffic areas, and an exquisite rayon lining. The Chaplain kit includes two glass bottles with caps, two silver candle holders, silver cross with stand, silver Eucharist container, silver individual communion cup tray with all glass cups present, one sealed tin and one opened with no contents, and two unwrapped Eucharist paper tubes all housed within a black travel suitcase. The book on map reading for the soldier remains in excellent condition with light handling marks and mild edge wear with all maps accounted for.

The included binder consists of a summary of Earle’s military service, whereabouts, and personal records. Before the war, Captain Earle was a pastor in New Hampshire and enlisted in the U.S. Army on June 12, 1943, where he served at Fort Devens in Ayer, Massachusetts, and eventually was sent to England then France where he served until his honorable discharge on March 15, 1946. A rare grouping seldom seen on the open market. (28C11738-PV14) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2000)

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305. CIVIL WAR LETTERS OF ASSISTANT SURGEON CHARLES M. TRASK OF THE NEW HAMPSHIRE 5TH REGIMENT This grouping consists of 34 original handwritten Civil War correspondence from Assistant Surgeon Charles M. Trask of the New Hampshire 5th Regiment. The letters contain riveting military content covering battles, generals, troop movements, medical treatment, diseases, and a plethora of other detailed military and personal information. During the period these letters were written, 2/23/1862 – 12/4/1864, the NH 5th Regiment engaged in the battles of Fair Oaks, Malvern Hill, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, and Deep Bottom. Charles M. Trask of Stewartstown, NH enlisted on 1/6/1862 and was discharged on 12/27/1864. He entered service as a private and was promoted first to a Hospital Steward and later to an Assistant Surgeon. Research on the NH 5th Regiment, many of the soldiers mentioned by Trask in his letters, Civil War surgeons work, and other information contained within the letters are included. All letters have been transcribed in their entirety as written including typographic errors. The NH 5th Infantry sustained the greatest loss in battle of any Infantry or Cavalry Regiment in the Union Army making this a rare opportunity to own collective correspondence from the same person throughout their service in some of the fiercest battles of the American Civil War. (28B11738-LD1) [John A. Micavich Collection] (3500/5000)

306. CIVIL WAR DIARY OF SERGEANT JOHN W. HERSEY OF THE 10TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY This grouping consists of Sgt. Hersey’s diary, two photos, and research conducted on the units he served with and the battles he was in. The diary spans from 10/1/1863 – 8/19/1864 and details numerous battle references including his head wound and the average daily routines of a soldier. John Hersey enlisted on 8/20/1862 as a Private and was assigned to the 10th Massachusetts Infantry as an Armorer (Interestingly, on the day of his enlistment, he was married earlier in the day). His unit saw action in the battles of Fredericksburg, Salem Heights, Gettysburg, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania. He was wounded twice, the first during the Battle of Salem Heights 5/3/1863 in the foot and the second during the Battle of Wilderness 5/5/1864 in the head. After the head wound, he never saw battle again and was transferred to the 37th Massachusetts Infantry then finally to the Veterans Reserve Corps before his discharge on 7/20/1865 attaining the rank of sergeant. Two original 2 1/4"x4” photos of Sgt. Hersey are included with the diary transcribed entirely as written, including typographic errors and particularly interesting details bolded. A fascinating first-person perspective of the Civil War. (28B11738-LD5) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)

307. CIVIL WAR LETTERS TO MRS. CHLOE AND ANTHONY WALKER OF WESTFORD, MASSACHUSETTS This grouping consists of seven letters addressed to Chloe and Anthony Walker of Westford, Massachusetts from 1/24/1864 to 5/16/1865. The first two letters and hand sketch drawing are from Cpl. Willard Walker who was in the USMC and served on the USS Portsmouth, in the letters he outlines his stationing in New Orleans, life aboard a ship, visits by Admiral Farragut/General Banks, the Rebel Ships, the hand sketch of a schooner, and his desire to stay in the service. The second pair of letters are from Mary Read, first dated 6/24/1864, who writes about mostly a Lt. John Read (a relative) who was severely wounded, went missing, and how she was concerned about him (he ultimately died of his wounds). The second letter dated 4/21/1865, describes how Mary pours her heart about the assassination of President Lincoln and what a loss he was to the nation as well as no punishment seems bad enough for his assassin. The next two letters are from Henry Read who was a private in the 6th New Hampshire Infantry with the first letter dated 11/3/1861 less than one month after Read’s enlistment age 39, where he writes about his Cheshire Regiment, being issued Sharps Rifles, his duty, his trust of the country, and many more details. The second letter dated 6/18/1863 contains excellent military content about the siege of Vicksburg and his health, hoping for a discharge. The final letter is from Elsie Read dated 6/28/1864, who writes about a relative at Petersburg and regiment losses, a former soldier John (deceased) and Henry (discharged). Included with the letters is some background information on Chloe and Anthony Walker, research on the soldiers, and all the letters transcribed as written. (28B11738-LD4) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)

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308. CIVIL WAR SOLDIER LETTERS TO BUSINESSMAN LEWIS WARREN OF WESTBROOK, MAINE GROUPING This grouping consists of 17 letters addressed to Businessman Lewis Warren from soldiers serving during the American Civil War, an 1896 Biographical Review of Cumberland County, ME featuring Mr. Warren, and two framed photographs of Mr. Warren and company. The first letter dated 8/16/1861 from Mr. William C. Phinney of the 5th Maine Infantry details his account of the Battle of Bull Run with exceptional military content. The next consecutive five letters dated 6/4/1863, 7/21/1863, 7/9/1864, and 4/25/1865 from a Mr. William P. Hodsdon of the 12th Maine Infantry collectively describe in about 12 1/2 pages military and personal content including the Battle of Port Hudson, Mr. Hodsdon was impressed with the black regiments and discusses how he would like to take a black regiment and clean out the copperheads, short truce with the rebels and exchanging coffee/tabacco, rebels having to eat mule meat, how negative the death of President Lincoln was, and much more. The next eight letters dated 1/1/1863, 4/16/1863, 4/19/1863, 5/30/1863, 6/9/1863, 6/24/1863, 7/22/1863, and 7/31/1863 from a Mr. James L. Fellows of the 1st, 10th, 17th Maine Infantry describe in about ten pages excellent military content including the Battle of Fredericksburg, the men like General Hooker, sickness for four weeks and an Alfred Day who died of typhoid fever, poor rations, and how he is being marked for discharge because of poor health. One letter dated 6/1/1863 from a Mr. Benjamin Webber of the 13th Maine Infantry writes about the Battle of Fort Hudson with good content, his health and his fellow soldiers, General Dow being wounded. One letter dated 11/22/1862 from Dr. W.H. Budlong replies that Charles A. Hodg(s)don of the 1st Maine Infantry is not dangerously ill and discusses the health of Private Charles Hodsdon. The final letter dated 1/17/1863 from Mr. Andrew J. Hodg(s)don of the 10th Maine Infantry is short in stating that they are under marching orders and to send money. All letters have been fully transcribed and remain in excellent condition with minute staining and fading. Mr. Warren was a successful businessman in Westbrook, ME having a logging business (see pages 471 & 472 of the 1896 Biographical Review of Cumberland County, ME). All soldiers who wrote to Mr. Warren were from Westbrook with it being unknown whether they worked for him or if he just had a strong interest in the war. An 1896 Biographical Review of Cumberland County, ME featuring a biography of Mr. Warren is included, along with one 1895 13 1/5x15 1/2" framed photo of Mr. Warren with his family (each identified), and one 16x18” framed photo of Mr. Warren and his wife. A unique perspective into a man’s correspondence during the American Civil War. (28C11738-PV76) [John A. Micavich Collection] (2000/3000)

309. USMC LIEUTENANT COLONEL JAMES G. KELLY GROUPING

This grouping consists of a USMC Mameluke sword, Wilkinson P-3 Commando Knife, framed medal grouping, Riker box containing assorted USMC paraphernalia, a jewelry box containing assorted USMC insignia, a framed Korean War commemorative silk pillowcase, and some photocopied information on Lt. Col. Kelly’s military background. The Mameluke sword remains in excellent condition showing spots of light oxidation, a few scattered handling marks, and mild tarnish on the brass hardware, the blade exhibits “James G. Kelly” inscribed along the obverse side with the cream colored faux ivory-resin handle toned to a yellow and retaining a black braided leather knot. The Wilkinson F-S Pattern 3 commando knife remains in excellent condition retaining a bright silver plated finish with the manufacture marking displayed prominently along the reverse ricasso and only showing a few spots of minute oxidation along the blade. The framed medal grouping contains two USMC eagle, globe, and anchor pins, a gold jump and parachute badge, a Legion of Merit Medal with “V”, American Defense Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with two bronze stars, World War II Victory Medal, National Defense Medal, Korea Service Medal with two bronze stars, United Nations Service Medal, Department of Defense Identification Badge, U.S. Navy Presidential Unit Citation ribbon, The Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, and an Allied Joint Force Command Naples badge. The Riker case contains an assortment of USMC paraphernalia associated with Kelly including dog tag, bracelet ID, ribbon bars, pins, badges, replica Mameluke swords, patches, EGA’s, and insignia. The jewelry box contains an assortment of additional USMC paraphernalia associated with Kelly including more ribbon bars, pins, badges, insignia, cuff links, ladies watch, and EGA badges. All insignia remains in excellent condition having been preserved in cases and as jewelry for many years. The framed silk pillowcase displays a U.S. Army tank and airplane with the U.S. flag, U.N. flag, and South Korea flag with an arched “RETURNED FROM HELL” at the top and “SEOUL KOREA” at the bottom; the pillowcase remains in excellent condition exhibiting a few minor stains and edge wear. The provided photocopied information details Kelly’s military record and awards earned during his time in the service. An interesting ensemble for the avid USMC collector. (28B11738-PV8) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2500)

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310. COLT MODEL 1892 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BELONGING TO BRIGADIER GENERAL JAMES P. PARKER ADJUTANT GENERAL OF MASSACHUSETTS

serial #12900, 38 Colt, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original blue exhibiting some high edge and backstrap wear with a few minor oxidation stains and a light cylinder ring. The checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt encapsulated by “Colt/1892” rate excellent with the left grip showing a very minor chip at its butt edge. The front sight has been period converted to a 1/8” thick square top with a corresponding square notch sight very neatly filed at the rear of the frame, most likely done during period use. All serialized parts match with the cylinder exhibiting a re-work mark, and the revolver locks and times up correctly. The revolver comes with a “U.S.N.” marked cartridge box with internal recesses for six rounds of ammunition and two cartridge packs. The box remains in very good condition with only minor drying and cracking on the lid. A testimonial from the Secretary of the Navy for service in World War I is included along with a copy of Adjutant Parker’s Master's license for steam vessels on the Atlantic coast, and a copy of a menu from a 1907 testimonial dinner given at Algonquin Club on December 7, 1907, by the Governor’s office; inside is a 9 1/4"x11” portrait of Brigadier General James P. Parker. A copy of the Boston Globe from Thursday, January 2, 1908, is enclosed in which the Governor’s third inaugural address mentions Major General James P. Parker, retired. A typed copy of the General’s employment and military and naval record beginning with his graduation from Harvard in 1896 is included. Major General Parker served with the USN during the Spanish American War. In 1907 he was appointed Adjutant General for the state of Massachusetts and later became Commodore of the Naval Militia Bureau. He was released from this role so he could serve in WWI. (28B11738-PV6) {ANTIQUE} [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2000)

311. RARE U.S. MODEL 1898 KRAG BOLT ACTION CARBINE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #128034, .30-40 Krag, 22” barrel with a bright, very fine bore showing light frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. With only 5,000 produced, the Model 1898 carbine is the rarest and most sought-after of the Krag series of carbines. The barrel retains about 95% arsenal blue, with some scattered spots of light oxidation staining, mild fading, and scattered light handling marks. The buttplate metal has worn to a silvery patina with fine oxidation staining, scattered pinprick pitting, and surface markings.

The triggerguard retains some of its original blue, with the exterior of the bow toning to gray. The receiver, barrel band, and left side plate display a beautiful silvery gunmetal patina with fine oxidation. The loading gate metal surfaces have toned to a blend of light and dark gray patina, with spots of light oxidation. The bolt also shows a nice silvery gunmetal finish with moderate oxidation on the knob. The American black walnut Model 1898 carbine stock and handguard are rated as very good to excellent, with a few light handling marks, and the sling bar and ring remain intact.

There is a circled “P” firing proof and a “97” inspection stamp behind the triggerguard, with the stock otherwise unmarked. The original sights are intact, a 2-piece cleaning rod is stored in the trap buttstock, and the action appears to function well mechanically. This is a rare piece to add to your Krag collection. (31A1178-RC6) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (2500/3500)

312. U.S. MODEL 1903A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY REMINGTON serial #3356630, 30-06, 24'' 12-42 dated Remington barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 9899% arsenal mixed blued and parkerized finishes, some light wear on the high edges of the rear sight, and a few light handlings marks. The straight-grip walnut stock is in excellent condition with a few light handling marks, and an abrasion on the right rear of the stock. Marked with a soft but visible crossed cannon next to a partially faded boxed ''FJA'' cartouche, crisp circled and squared ''P'' proofs behind the triggerguard, ''C.S.A.A.'' rework stamped on the right side of the buttstock, with 4 additional smaller cartouche markings front on the magazine plate. Included with the rifle is the M15 grenade launcher sight correctly installed on the left side of the stock, a reproduction KM manufactured M1 rifle grenade launcher and leather sling. An excellent 1903-A3 rifle that will fit well in any military collection. (31A11738-RC5) {C&R} [John Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)

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313. PAIR OF SWORDS PRESENTED TO COLONEL EDWIN D. METCALF RHODE ISLAND 3RD HEAVY ARTILLERY The first sword is a U.S. Model 1860 Staff & Field officers sword by Ames 29" straight blade. This is a high grade sword which features a gold wash hilt and etched blade with a gold wash background. The blade is decorated with scrolls, panoplies of arms, federal eagles, soldiers, flags and is etched "Col. Edwin D. Metcalf" and is dated 1884 on the reverse blade. The obverse ricasso is marked "AMES / SWORD / CO. / CHICOPEE / MASS.". The gold washed hilt is a fancy cast brass with an imitation tortoise shell grip wrapped in braided brass wire. The wire has loosened slightly and the reverse side of the handle has a wrinkled finish caused from contact with a heat source. The knuckle bow has a single branch guard and a head of Zeus quillon with a static guard with federal eagle on the obverse and a folding counterguard with panoply of arms on the reverse. The condition of the sword is fabulous with the blade retaining 97-98% original gold wash and the hilt retaining about 90% original gold wash, the exposed brass a pleasing patina with a small spot of tarnish on the reverse guard. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with fancy gold wash pierced brass fittings with martial panoplies, the exposed brass having a lightly mellowed patina with some fine oxidation staining on the nickel. The second sword is a Knights Templar Springfield Fraternal Sword. The sword measures 35" overall with a 28 3/8" straight blade. The blade remains bright with gold washed etched panels on both sides. The obverse panel is etched in gothic letters "Edwin D. Metcalf" and the reverse is etched "Springfield Commandery". The hilt features a double guard, pierced counterguards, knight head pommel with chain knuckle bow and an etched bone handle with intertwined letters on one side and a Templar knight on the other side. The hilt retains much silver plate with scattered light tarnish and the handle has a small chip at the pommel on the reverse side. The metal scabbard is nickel plated with silver plated fancy fittings having areas of light tarnish and is etched with fraternal panoplies on the lower part of the scabbard and "Edwin D. Metcalf" between the hangers and an identical sword is pictured on page 150 of "The American Fraternal Sword". Edwin Metcalf was born in Rhode Island on August 24, 1823. He was a Harvard educated lawyer and Rhode Island state legislator when he resigned his seat to join the Civil War on August 27, 1861. On October 9, 1861, he was commissioned as a major into Field & Staff Rhode Island 3rd Heavy Artillery. Metcalf made an excellent reputation for himself and the entire regiment when he led his battalion during the Battle of Secessionville (First Battle James Island) on June 16, 1862. Colonel Metcalf continued to serve the Rhode Island 3rd Heavy Artillery as Chief of Artillery until January 1864 when he returned to Providence on medical leave. He resigned his commission on February 5th, 1864, due to illness, and returned to Rhode Island.

Colonel Metcalf was a very battle tested officer and was involved in most of the significant battles of the 3rd Rhode Island Heavy Artillery from late 1861 to the fall of 1863. Colonel Metcalf was Speaker of the House in the Rhode Island legislature from 1873 to 1874. He then served in the state Senate from 1874 - 1875. Colonel Metcalf also served as state Attorney General and Commander of the Rhode Island Department of the GAR. Colonel Metcalf passed away on January 18, 1894. Included with the swords are numerous letters to and from Metcalf, officers casualty sheets and muster rolls. A lovely pair of swords presented to a Civil War Colonel with a lot of New England history. (5C11738-PV55) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1500/2500)

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314. SCARCE EARLY U.S. NAVY MODEL 1861 DAHLGREN BAYONET These heavy bayonets were designed by John Dahlgren and made by the Ames Manufacturing Company to replace the long saber bayonets on the Model 1861 Plymouth/Whitneyville riflemusket, although it’s believed Dahlgren’s main purpose was a heavy knife for close hand-to-hand combat. This is a first variation with no proof marks, a 1861 date and the grips are fastened to the hilt with three vertical brass pins. This massive bayonet measures 16 3/4” overall with a 12” blade equipped with a 6” reverse swedge. The blade has toned to a pleasing pale gray patina with sparse spots of darker gray, specks of freckling and a couple tiny nicks in the top edge of the tip. The reverse ricasso is marked with a small “1861” date while the obverse ricasso is marked “AMES MFG Co / CHICOPEE. / MASS.”. The hilt consists of a brass S-shape guard with muzzle ring, handle, walnut finger groove grip and a steel press stud and spring. The brass has a tarnished bright ochre with a few tiny nicks and marks expected with age. The grips have an attractive striped grain with light handling marks and a tiny chip at the center retention pin. The press stud is bright pale gray while the spring is a mixture of dark gray and silver with some fine oxidation and hardened oil. The included original plain black leather scabbard with brass mounts remains in good to very good condition with a separating rear seam, light scuffs and crackling. The mounts have a nicely tarnished brass patina with some spots of darker tarnish and staining and all pins remain secure and in place. This is a really nice example of these heavy U.S. Navy bayonets, the early first variations seldomly encountered and highly sought after. (5D11738-EW7) [John A. Micavich Collection] (2000/3000)

315. RARE GERMAN RIFLE ASSOCIATION DAGGER BY WEYERSBERG Originally started as a non-political, non-military organization of volunteers interested in marksmanship, the German Rifle Association (GRA) was similar in nature to the United States National Rifle Association (NRA) until Nazi infiltration and influence. This is a lovely M1939 dagger measuring 20 3/4” overall with a 15 3/4” single edge spear point blade. The blade retains all its bright mirror polish and is triple acid etched on the obverse side with floral scroll, standing and sitting stags and crossed guns and target while the reverse side has similar scroll, single stag jumping fences and a crossed gun, sword and horn, the reverse ricasso has familiar Paul Weyersberg of Solingen blade and wreath maker mark. The hilt consists of a plated aluminum S-shaped guard ending in single acorn finials, clamshell counterguard with a half oak leaf and acorn half laurel leaf and berry wreath surrounding an enameled “Deutscher / Schützen-Verband” Rifle Association Membership emblem, correctly pinned in place, grooved ferrule and pommel with scalloped buttcap, large bead pommel nut and a wood based grip covered in fluted faux-ivory celluloid with crossed rifles. The aluminum surfaces retain about 90% flaking bright nickel, the celluloid grips remain in mint condition and are free of cracks, something not commonly found on these pieces. The crossed aluminum rifles retain 98-99% original gold wash with the slightest amount of edge wear, the pommel nut shows light slot wear and only remnants of the green felt buffer washer remain in place. The leather bodied scabbard is decorated with two straight thin lines and simple wavy-edged nickel plated brass mounts. The leather shows light creasing and flaking with a tight reverse seam and the mounts retain about 95% bright nickel plate with light handling marks, the loss flaking to bright goldenrod primarily below the frog stud. A fabulous seldomly encountered Association dagger especially in condition such as this. (5C11738-EW123) [John A. Micavich Collection] (2000/3000)

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316. WWI ARTILLERY PROJECTILE FUSE CUTAWAY DISPLAY With the top plaque reading “Artillery Projectile Fuse Board F.A. 1920 W.C.H.”, this unique display consists of 43 cutaway fuses dating back to 1900.

The display consists of Electric Primers, Combination Fuses, Igniting Primers, Friction Primers, Centrifugal Fuses, Base Detonation Fuses, and Percussion Primers. Most pieces have been meticulously machined to display the inner workings.

A rare and unique piece that would enhance any collection. (31A11738-OW19) [John Micavich Collection] (1500/2000)

317. ATTRACTIVE LATE WAR GERMAN MG34 DISPLAY GUN

This well-constructed display gun is built with what appears to be mostly original wartime components. The original “DFB-40”coded barrel retains a very good mostly bright bore showing some light oxidation, frosting, and otherwise strong rifling. The blued steel 80% “receiver” remains in very fine condition with the remaining components retaining traces of original blue throughout with some areas of light oxidation and the barrel jacket assembly showing handling marks and surface ware. The barrel trunnion has been lightly cleaned to a silvery-gunmetal patina with fine oxidation staining. Original wartime markings of “DOT” code for Waffenwerke Bruenn AG, Brno, Czechoslovakia, 1945 date, (Eagle / WaA63), and serial number “2812”.

The front bipod is marked (Eagle WaA815) 98E-code and is in good working order with moderate wear toning to a dark gray-brown patina with areas of light oxidation speckling scattered moderate handling marks and silvering on high edges. The top covers number matches the receiver also cleaned to a silvery-gunmetal patina with fine oxidation staining.

Included is one Gurttrommel 34 drum designed to carry one

50-round ammunition belt for the MG 34, MG 42. This drum is marked “DDF” code for Lohmann-Werke, A.G., Bielefeld on the top and Finnish capture marking of “SA” on the underside. The 50-round drum retains about 75% original finish with high edge wear toning to gray, spots of light oxidation, and scattered moderate handling marks. The rare Bakelite buttstock aside from general surface wear is in overall good to very good condition. There is no damage or cracking to the Bakelite structure itself showing normal bruises and handling marks consistent with a military rifle. It is mismatched to the receiver with a number marked “7858h” on the left side. The Bakelite grip panels are in similar condition showing some small chips and dings. This dummy gun will make a fine addition to your collection. (31A11738-RG-2) {NON-GUN} [John Micavich Collection] [PLEASE NOTE EXTRA SHIPPING WILL APPLY] (3500/4000)

318. U.S. MODEL 1898 KRAG BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #97122, 30-40 Krag, 30” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 97-98% original blue with some wear to gray patina at the muzzle. The receiver and left side plate show a beautiful silvery-gunmetal patina with fine oxidation.

The loading gate has toned to a blend of light and dark gray patina with light handling marks and spots of moderate oxidation. The barrel bands, triggerguard, and buttplate retain perhaps 40% original blue with the balance toning to a blend of light and dark gray patina with scattered spots of light oxidation and light handling marks. The bolt is mostly bright with some fine oxidation staining on the knob. The smooth walnut stock and handguard rate very good plus with the expected light handling marks. The circled “P” firing proof and 1898-dated cartouche are crisp and clear.

The sights including the Model 1898 rifle rear sight are intact, and the action is characteristically smooth. All parts appear to be fully functional and correct. (31A11738-RC7) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)

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319. INTERESTING ADOLF HITLER THIRD REICH EPHEMERA GROUPING This grouping consists of six Adolf Hitler stationary items, four 1940 photos of Hitler during the Invasion of France, General von Blomberg wedding invitation, “Grosse Deutsche Kunstausstellung” portfolio of Hitler approved art prints, Adolf Hitler cigarette album, “Mein Kampf” (1939) book translated into English, four full sheets of Hitler bust stamps, two Hitler postcards, six German postcards, photo of the Berchtesgaden, and Hitler bust.

The six Adolf Hitler stationary items comprise three blank letters and three blank envelopes remaining in excellent condition displaying an embossed “A (Reichsadler) H” with most remaining bright white. The four photos show Hitler with various high-ranking generals including General Hoth, who was considered one of the best armored tacticians of the war, and General Keitel during the Invasion of France in 1940 with the obverse side of the photos displaying faint “Heinrich Hoffman”, Hitler’s photographer, ink stamps. The General von Blomberg wedding invitations remain in excellent condition exhibiting a Wehrmacht Command-in-Chief standard in the top left corner of both cards with one displaying the invitation in script; an interesting pair of wedding invitations due to the scandalous Blomberg-Fritsch affair which resulted in General Werner von Blomberg resigning his posts per Hitler’s request due to his lawless spouse. The “Grosse Deutsche Kunstausstellung” portfolio of Hitler approved art prints with original file folder for the 1943 Great German Art Exhibition measures 16” wide by 20” tall and remains in superb condition showing minor edge wear and hints of staining throughout with all photos and text remaining crisp and colorful. The Adolf Hitler cigarette album measures 9 3/4" wide by 12 3/8” tall and remains in very good plus condition with slight edge wear, fine flaking, and mild discoloration; all photos are present, and all pages are accounted for. Considered the first English translation, the 1939-dated unexpurgated “Mein Kampf” printed by Houghton Mifflin Co. remains in excellent condition with crisp pages, mild edge wear, and minor discoloration. The four full 100-count sheets of colored Hitler bust stamps remain in excellent condition consisting of red, blue, brown, and purple variants as well as two envelopes with NSDAP ink stamped letterheads. The two postcards remain in excellent condition with one showing a drawing of Hitler and the other a photograph of Hitler with the obverse sides remaining blank. The assorted Hitler and Greater German Reich postcards remain in very good condition exhibiting edge wear, small tears, and fading; some of the postcards exhibit original Reichspost ink markings and stamps. A color photo of Hitler’s vacation home better known as the “Eagle’s Nest” in Berchtesgaden, Germany is included with the handwritten description “The Hitler’s House” along the front edge.

Made of bronzed plaster with excessive detail, the Hitler bust measures 4” x 4” x 9 1/2" tall and remains in very good condition with two chips on the bottom right corners as well as on the right shoulder. A fascinating lot for the German historian and collector. (28C11738-PV66) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1200/1800)

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320. WALTHER PARTY LEADER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH HOLSTER & BELT RIG

serial #183024K, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light high edge and holster wear, some of the high edges along the slide also with some scattered pinprick pits and the right side of the slide with a bit more thinning to mild gray-brown patina. The barrel remains mostly bright while the extractor and 60-degree safety retain fine fire blue and all markings are crisp and clear showing commercial “(Crown) / N” proofs. The checkered mottled brown party leader grip is undoubtedly original as it exhibits the often-seen moderate warping along its edges. The grip rates about very good overall showing a few thin cracks forming through the eagles, one on the right side which shows an old synthetic repair while the top corner of the left side shows a repair as well with an about 3/4” synthetic reinforcement that necessitated a restoration of the primary feathers along the eagle’s right wing. The inside of the grip also shows the proper molded-in metal clip in the heel area. The lanyard ring is slightly bent forward and the inside of the slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. The pistol includes two original magazines, one with flush floorplate and the other with mottled brown synthetic extension floorplate both in fine condition showing mild finish wear. The magazine with the extension shows lightly scratched initials “LHR” along one side of the body and “Ritchie” along the other side. The included original brown leather Akah flap holster shows the proper embossed party eagle on the flap and the holster remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light flaking and crackling along the exterior, the eagle with some mild honest wear from the years. The inside of the flap shows a faded ink stamp. The brown leather belt with party leader buckle also appears to be original in every respect and remains in very fine condition with some mild honest scuffing and light crackling. The leather shows RZM stamp, Kernstuck marking and code, while the gold gilded aluminum buckle shows some scattered high edge wear and small dings, the back surface with RZM stamp and “M4/72” code. The catch piece shows RZM stamp and “M4/24” code and the rig also includes a non-party leader but original black leather shoulder strap with nickel-plated hardware and RZM stamps with code “M/5/71/9”.

This is a very fine and desirable rig for the German World War Two martial collector. (13D11556-13) {C&R} (8,000/12,000)

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321. IMPORTANT JAPANESE TYPE 11 LIGHT MACHINE GUN BY HITACHI HEIKI CAPTURED

BY WAGNER D. JACKSON IN BURMA

serial #36842, 6.5 Arisaka, 19” barrel with an oxidized bore and the chamber having been plugged with metal for about 1” at the end of the chamber. This machine gun is currently on a Form 5 as a registered DEWAT, and in fact was DEWATed in 1946 by the Alcohol Tax Unit. The gun is dated May 1941 and the metal surfaces retain about 70-75% original blue showing some scattered oxidation staining, areas toning to graybrown patina under bright light and some scattered old dings mostly along the right side cooling fins. A few areas along the underside of the action and throughout the hopper show some more moderate to perhaps heavier old oxidation that could probably be addressed with some careful attention. The ejector retains some hints of original straw color, mostly toning to a medium gray patina, and the steel wrist/buttstock hardware has mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina. The hardwood stock proper remains in very good plus condition having darkened from the years with scattered dings and a stripe of old yellowish white tape or paint residue along the left side. The hopper cover spring, barrel-receiver connecting pin and the cartridge oiler mechanism are missing and the operating rod is mismatched numbered “1665” but all of the other visibly numbered parts appear to be matching and the action seems to dry cycle normally.

Also included is a rather rare original leather sling that, considering the circumstances, remains in very good condition with overall light to moderate crackling. The gun includes its original “Application for Importation of Firearms” (Form 6) dated April 16, 1945 and signed by Wagner D. Jackson along with the original mailing envelope from the Treasury Department and a typewritten instructional sheet on the gun. The document lists the gun by serial number and notes it has been made unserviceable as a war trophy souvenir by the ATU. Furthermore it references the original capture certificate, filled out and signed by Jackson’s company commander, but sadly this has been lost to the years.

Finally, the import form notes the firearm was “Picked up by this man in Mandalay, Burma about April 1945 and mailed there to his home above”. The bottom of the form is dated April 16, 1946 (probably a typo from the earlier 1945) but in any event it was approved by the Treasury Department on June 14, 1946. We are fortunate enough to have a small ensemble of personal effects provided by the family, please note these are for pictorial purposes and are not included with the gun. A small picture book includes a wonderful assortment of scanned original photos during Mr. Jackson’s service, one being particularly astonishing as it is a photo of Jackson posing with (undoubtedly) this very Type 11 machine gun in the field! A simply stunning accompaniment to the gun. Please also study our photo montage provided which depicts Jackson’s dog tags, Asiatic Pacific Campaign ribbon with two bronze stars, American Campaign Medal and China-Burma-India VA cap. According to Mr. Jackson’s obituary he was born in 1924 and served as a medic in the U.S. Army, and close study of pictures of him in his uniform confirm medical service devices. After the war he worked for the US Postal Service in Wilmington Delaware and would go on to attend Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, the University of Delaware and Temple University. He served as president of the NAACP chapter of Wilmington and helped initiate a lawsuit that was folded into the landmark case heard before the Supreme Court, Brown v. Board of Education, which formally banned segregation in schools. Jackson was a contributing author of “Race and Residence in Wilmington, Delaware” published in 1965 by Columbia University. For much of his professional career, Jackson worked for the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, retiring in 1992 as the director of the Office of Fair Housing Enforcement. It would seem Mr. Jackson was something of a renaissance man, he was a nationally ranked amateur tennis player and enjoyed numerous pursuits including photography, painting, skiing, swimming and fishing. Wagner Dupont Jackson passed away on September 15, 2003 at the age of 79. The history and provenance of this piece is simply outstanding and it represents an extremely important artifact of American military history and heroism. (13G11808-1) {C&R} [Fully Transferable on ATF Form 3 or 5] {CLASS III} (10,000/15,000)

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322. IMPORTANT REMINGTON MODEL 11-48 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN GIFTED TO ACTOR & DIRECTOR JOHN HUSTON BY WORLD WAR TWO LEGEND AUDIE MURPHY serial #4012583, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 25” ventilated rib barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore. The history of this 1953-made shotgun is perhaps best described through the words of renowned director and screenwriter John Milius who penned a remembrance of John Huston in the Butterfield December 18, 2000 auction catalog.

While cutting “Wind and the Lion”, Mr. Milius was requested by Huston to go retrieve three of his guns from the Bekins warehouse in Hollywood. These were a Merkel Model 200 in 16 ga, a Parker AH in 16 ga and this Remington Model 11-48 in 28 ga. He noted the Remington was in a rather poor state of condition so he took it to gunsmith Ted Dye who carefully refinished both metal and wood, noting that the fine maple stocks were originally fitted by Roy Weatherby. Additional included letters by the son of John Huston, Tony, details how his father was largely responsible for turning Audie Murphy into a Hollywood star, famously directing him in “The Red Badge of Courage” and “The Unforgiven”. Tony Huston believes the shotgun was given to his father by Audie shortly after “The Unforgiven” was finished. A Remington factory letter is also included noting when the gun was manufactured but unfortunately states that the shipping records are not available but conjectures that if it was sold in the Hollywood area it was probably retailed by Kerr’s Gun Shop of Beverley Hills. Also included with this gun are a copy of the May/June 2001 copy of “Shooting Sportsman” in which this gun is pictured and described in an article written by John Milius entitled “John Huston & His Guns”, a full dossier of information on Audie Murphy who really needs no introduction, a copy of Audie Murphy’s autobiography “To Hell And Back” and an original copy of the July 16, 1945 Life magazine that prominently features Audie Murphy. The metal surfaces retain about 98% fine quality commercial reapplied blue showing a few scattered light handling marks and some remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish along the barrel. The bolt and cartridge lifter remain bright, the original barrel markings are strong and the frame markings have been neatly reapplied by engraving post-refinishing no doubt by Ted Dye. The lovely figured maple checkered capped pistolgrip buttstock and wide forend remain in excellent condition showing a few small filler repairs along the buttstock and some sparse handling marks.

The stock features slight palm swells, a very subtle semi-Monte Carlo comb, left-side rounded cheekpiece and contrasting black pistolgrip cap that has a nicely carved inlaid ivory monogram “AM” for Audie Murphy.

Length-of-pull to the Pachmayr ventilated black rubber pad is 14 3/8”, the gun is sighted with a generous red bead front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a wonderful gun with fine extensive provenance connected to Hollywood masters and World War Two’s most decorated soldier.

(1311738-PV3) {C&R} [John Micavich Collection] (7000/9000)

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323. RARE WINCHESTER FACTORY DISPLAY U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE WITH WINCHESTER M1 BAYONET 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore, the chamber showing a spot of added weld at the 6 o’clock position preventing the chambering of a cartridge. Displayed over the door to the Chief Engineer’s office at the Winchester plant, this “Gauge Gun” was assembly after WWII using the “perfect” gauge parts. The metal surfaces retain 99% original chrome polished to a mirror finish, showing only a few light handling marks primarily on the bolt, and some hints of hardened oil or grease. The deluxe walnut stock is in near excellent condition with some light handling marks scattered throughout, exhibiting beautiful grain figure particularly at the comb and forward handguard and absent are the standard inspection and acceptance marks, as this rifle was never meant for military service, the rear handguard in very good plus condition showing a tight crack at the rear. The butt spots a checkered buttplate without trap, also nicely chromed and showing a spot of light surface oxidation in the middle. The standard receiver markings are intact if just a touch thinned, no serial number is present nor shows evidence of ever having been applied, the area above the chamber stamped with a crisp “WP” Winchester proof, and the marked parts show Winchester drawing number appropriate to circa 1941, and the underside of the receiver is marked “WRA 06”. The rifle retains the standard open sights, the front sight with sealed adjustment screw and typical wide Winchester protective “wings” and the rear sight with early flushnut rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and early single slot gas cylinder screw. Included is an M1 bayonet, chrome finished like the rifle with which it is paired and showing general light clouding, with a 9 7/8” spear point single edge blade with a single unstopped fuller which terminates about 2 1/2” from the tip, and the grips are a grooved black plastic. The ricasso is strongly marked “U (flaming bomb) S”, above which shows a light marked tall “W”; careful examination appears to show evidence of a removed maker’s mark, atop which the “W” was added, likely by those at Winchester to round out their fine display piece. Also included is a red faced circular plastic tag reading “WINCHESTER / GARAND / GAUGE GUN”, a brass disc attached to the same reading “995”, and a laminated card displaying the Winchester galloping horse logo on one side and short summary of the rifle’s history on the other. A one-of-a-kind Garand display rifle, a fine choice for the advanced collector. (14D11759-40) {C&R} [Former Peter & Patty Murray Collection] (10,000/20,000)

324. VERY FINE JOHNSON AUTOMATICS MODEL 1941 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #A5103, 30-06, 22” 41-dated barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very attractive rifle retaining about 96% original Parkerized finish showing just a few sparsely scattered small spots of mild oxidation and subtle edge wear, the magazine body with a bit of discoloration that is relatively minor. The bolt body is mostly bright showing one area of gray-brown oxidation staining and all markings remain intact and crisp, the right rear receiver with Cranston Arms stamp and small inspection star. The smooth pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition retaining most of their original oil finish and showing just a few small shallow flakes missing along some edges and other light handling marks and the left side of the forend exhibiting a hint of subtle attractive grain figure. The barrel and bolt show mismatched numbers from the receiver as-is correct, the rifle is equipped with a meter rear sight and the action seems to function well mechanically also with functional bolt hold-open. Also included is a period leather case with fur lining by Red Head, that appears to be specifically for a Johnson rifle with production code “269J” on one of the straps. The case rates fair-good showing honest wear with scattered small tears, scuffs and overall flaking and the closure flap straps have detached but are present, their corresponding buckle straps on the body hanging on rather tenuously. In any event a scarce accessory to accompany a Johnson rifle and this rifle remains an excellent example for the advanced martial collector. (13C11794-1) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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325. VERY FINE GERMAN K98K HIGH TURRET SNIPER RIFLE BY MAUSER OBERNDORF serial #5903c, 8mm Mauser, 24” barrel with “byf” shield monogram and a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine, all matching example of these rare and highly sought-after German military rifles. The metal surfaces of this late-production rifle retain about 97% original blue showing light wear on the high edges and contact points along with normal scattered light handling marks. The extractor has toned to a deep plum showing a few small patches of light pitting and the smooth cupped buttplate is a gray pewter patina exhibiting remnants of old oxidation staining. The “cad” coded 4X Dialytan scope and its rings retain about 90% original blue showing a few specks of light oxidation and minor handling marks. The scope is numbered “44566” and features the typical German reticle with very slightly clouded optics. The smooth pistolgrip laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in near excellent condition with a small 1” dent along the top of the wrist, a small abrasion on the right side of the receiver, and some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock retains a faded “(Eagle) / WaA135” Waffenamt on the right side of the buttstock with two strong “(Eagle) / WaA135” Waffenamts along the toeline and under the wrist, and both stock and handguard are numbered to the rifle. All markings remain intact and strong with proper “(Eagle) / 135” Waffenamts. The floorplate and barrel bands are stamped, the bolt features the shortened safety, and all numbered parts are matching to the rifle. The front surface of the scope base is marked with a faint Mauser “RW” factory stamp, the rear right edge of the tang is stamped with a “b”, and the front scope ring matches the rifle. A correct front sight hood and cleaning rod are included along with an original brown leather sling with a crisp “(Eagle) / WaA145” Waffenamt. A highly desirable and all matching high turret sniper for the advanced German martial collector. (28G11553-1) {C&R} (10,000/15,000)

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326. RARE PRE-PRODUCTION U.S. MODEL 1917 ENFIELD BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY WINCHESTER serial #3742, 30-06, 26” 7-17 dated Winchester barrel with a bright excellent bore. This superb preproduction rifle retains the early four digit serial number associated with parts interchange tests and troop trail rifles before final production drawings were delivered to contractors on August 18, 1917. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal blue with mild oxidation and scattered light handling marks. The bolt retains about 90% arsenal blue with light operational wear. The American walnut hardwood stock remains in excellent condition with a small 1” x 1” square arsenal repair on the lower right side of the buttstock, oxidation staining and edge wear on the buttplate, and scattered light handling marks. The stock is unmarked save for a “W / 137” on the nose. The markings remain crisp with an early “U.S. / W / 3742” marking on the receiver, flaming bombs displayed prominently on the bolt handle and left side of the receiver, and the small parts marked “W”. The rifle retains the standard front blade sight and rear ladder sight. A rifle that will make a fine addition to an advanced U.S. martial arm collection. (28B11553-2) {C&R} (4000/6000)

327. U.S. MODEL 97 SLIDE ACTION TRENCH SHOTGUN BY WINCHESTER

serial #946186, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 20” barrel choked cylinder with a speck or two of oxidation in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1942-made trenchgun retain about 90% original blue with some finish loss and light pitting around the triggerguard, light operational wear, and light abrasions and handling marks scattered throughout. The pistolgrip walnut stock and grooved forend are in excellent condition with a handful of light handling marks, the right side of the butt stamped with a crisp early production boxed “WB” inspection stamp over an Ordnance Wheel, and the correct checkered hardrubber Winchester Repeating Arms buttplate is intact with a fine crack forming at the toe and a few light handling marks. The receiver is stamped with a crisp “U.S.” and flaming bomb, the barrel marked with a flaming bomb above the Winchester “WP” proof and is dated “42” on the underside, and the receiver extension is numbered to the gun with the serial number in the proper range. The heat shield is of the 4-hole WWII variety and unmarked, and the lone steel bead is intact. A fine example of these desirable trenchguns, one of the few found today from before the use of Col. Guy H. Drewey’s inspection stamp. (14C11700-101) {C&R} (3500/5000)

328. USMC-MARKED HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MC-58 REISING SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #8274, 22 LR, 23” barrel with a bright excellent bore. Between 1958-1959 the U.S. Marine Corps purchased approximately 3,500 MC-58 rifles for use in training, the configuration and weight of the rifle set to replicate that of the M1, with the serial number range for said rifles falling between 6000-9500. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original gray-green Parkerized finish with fine speckled oxidation staining along the barreled action, touches of high edge wear around the muzzle and front sight, and some light handling marks on the barrel. The bolt remains bright with spots of light oxidation staining, the magazine showing spots of the same along its exposed base, and the rear sights shows some light oxidation. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good to very good plus condition with scattered light handling marks and a few minor dings, and the inside of the pistolgrip is marked with an exceptionally faint but correct DoD acceptance mark. The metal markings are intact and crisp with both barrel and receiver reading “USMC PROPERY” along with the standard markings, the triggerguard is scratch-numbered “12153”, and the serial number is within the correct range. The rifle retains the protected blade front sight and Redfield aperture rear sight, meant to simulate the sight picture of the M1, and included is a single H&R-marked 10-round magazine. A solid example of these Marine Corps training rifles, well suited to a martial collection.

(14B11700-70) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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329. VERY FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL RUSSIAN REVOLVER serial #27407, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with some bright areas and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this lovely revolver retain about 95% original nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking and speckling to gray-brown patina, the nickel taking on an honest slightly clouded appearance from the years.

The trigger and latch are also nickel-plated while the hammer and triggerguard retain fine casehardened colors throughout, quite vibrant along the hammer and drifting somewhat to a smoky gray along the guard. The single line barrel address with patent dates and “RUSSIAN MODEL” callout remain crisp and the smooth walnut grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks. The right panel is mismatched stamp-numbered “26170” and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. One of the extractor arms has broken off and been lost to the years but barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. An excellent standard commercial production First Model Russian.

(13D10826-686) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (7000/9000)

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330. FIRST PRODUCTION RUN U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY WINCHESTER serial #150285, 30-06, 24” Winchester barrel with a very good lightly oxidized bore, greater in the forward half, but still showing strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 75-80% original Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, the stock metal and gas cylinder largely toned to a pewter-gunmetal patina with strong remnants of Dulite blue in the protected areas of the cylinder, and some mild oxidation staining and handling marks. The walnut stock is in very good condition as cleaned with scattered old abrasions and light dings, softened with age, as well as scattered handling marks. The right side of the stock shows the faint remnants of a boxed “SA / SPG” inspector’s cartouche, and a nearly invisible circled “P” is marked behind the triggerguard; the checkered steel buttplate with trap is intact. The receiver markings are intact and crisp, the Winchester barrel drawing number beneath the rear handguard, and the small parts show Winchester drawing numbers, including the unrelieved operating rod. The rifle features the standard open sights with flushnut rear sight drums, the front sight with Winchester flared “wings” and the screw cap still intact, a milled triggerguard, and an appropriate single slot gas cylinder screw. After Winchester’s initial educational run of rifles, a contract was made for 65,000 further rifles, numbered 100,501-165,500 with production commencing in February 1941; later contracts would be assigned serial number blocks beginning at 1,200,000. An honest early production Winchester M1 Garand that avoided arsenal refurbishment. (14B11633-20) {C&R} (1500/2000)

331. REMINGTON MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH NICE PERIOD HOLSTER IDENTIFIED TO THE 101 RANCH serial #3928, 44 Remington CF, 7 1/2” barrel with a fair bore showing moderate pitting and strong rifling throughout, the ejector rod housing retainer screw hole having been deepened at some point and it now impinges into the bore, but has not yet broken through.

This revolver has a lot of character with the metal surfaces toned to a deep gray and plumbrown patina showing some scattered old fine pitting and oxidation staining, and some light dings or tool marks mostly along the barrel and ejector rod housing. The ejector rod housing shows an old cleaning with evident striations and its retainer screw is a somewhat oversized period replacement. The bottom of the frame also appears to show an old repair and there are a few flakes of original nickel finish lurking about the frame.

The E. Remington & Sons barrel address remains completely intact and strong and the smooth walnut grips remainin very good condition showing the expected light dings and handling marks with honest wear and some gaps along the top edge where they meet the frame. The grips no longer bear any legible numbers on their interiors and the exterior of the right panel is stamped “101” below the escutcheon and “R” on the base, no doubt a 101 Ranch property mark. There are also some scribblings along the insides of the grips with “Jack Case” being lightly penciled along the left panel. The lanyard ring is present, the triggerguard and loading gate are matching the frame and the cylinder and frame are matching by assembly number “231”. The action is generally functional, with timing and lock-up a little off on a few chambers and the ejector rod somewhat sluggish. The revolver includes a wonderful three-loop Mexican-style leather holster, the bottom neatly impressed with a roundel stamp “MADE ON / 101 RANCH / BLISS O.T.” The holster body shows some light floral carving, a nickel-plated brass star escutcheon affixed via leather cord and 92 iron brads that show honest oxidation and patina. The appearance of the holster is very honest as well with a darkened patina and light crackling, otherwise remaining in fine condition. The 101 Ranch was built in 1892 and put on the 101 Ranch Wild West Show featuring Joe Miller and cast members through the years including Tom Mix and Buffalo Bill. The ranch also leased equipment and loaned performers to the movie industry, but by the mid-1920s the show started posting losses as the movie industry and other forms of entertainment began to surpass the “old fashioned” traveling Wild West shows. Jack Case also worked with the 101 Ranch and in the industry in general as a performer and stuntman. This is a very interesting ensemble for the Wild West collector, connected to one of the premier shows of the early 1900s. (13F11001-22) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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332. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL RUSSIAN REVOLVER serial #26627, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with an about good bore that is mostly dark showing light pitting and otherwise strong rifling. This is a rather rare variant as it is cut for a factory shoulder stock, the lanyard hole with factory filler screw and the serial number properly spaced for the stock cuts.

According to “Smith & Wesson 1857-1945” by Jinks and Neal, only 604 shoulder stocks were furnished between the Second Model American and First Model Russian models. The metal surfaces retain about 70% original nickel finish with scattered flaking to medium gunmetal patina, the cylinder with most of the loss, along with some old tool marks and small areas of light pitting.

The sides of the topstrap have been lightly dressed and cleaned while the hammer and triggerguard are a smoky gray case-hardened patina. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain completely intact and strong. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips in about very fine condition exhibiting some mild shrinkage, honest crackling along the bases and a nice rich patina. The interiors of the grips are unmarked, the latch shows a different assembly number, and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of play and the action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer cocks normally and the cylinder times, however the bolt does not engage to lock it. (13C10826-391) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

333. ATTRACTIVE SMITH & WESSON SPECIAL ORDER NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET REVOLVER serial #1696, 38-44 S&W, 6 1/2” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice target revolver with special order Russian-style spur triggerguard retaining about 95% original nickel finish that shows some mild loss toning to gray-brown patina along the edges of the gripstraps, some scattered thin scratches or light handling marks and a bit of honest clouding here and there. The triggerguard and hammer retain a similar amount of attractive vibrant case-hardened colors that show a little muting to smooth smoky gray patina and the sights show nice bright blue. The revolver is equipped with the 1 7/16” cylinder and the barrel address with reissue patent date remains crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and toning to a deep brown patina. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered to the gun and their fit is excellent. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the revolver is fitted with factory standard target sights. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped asdescribed (including the triggerguard) on January 30, 1891 to M.W. Robinson Co. of New York City. A lovely example with the scarce spur triggerguard for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13C11739-36) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)

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334. FINE OSCAR YOUNG ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1899 REVOLVER serial #16128, 38 Special, 5'' barrel with a good bore which shows evident rifling but with light pitting its full-length, a spot or two which is more moderate. The revolver shows excellent quality loose open flowing scroll with light background punch-dot shading from engraver Oscar Young; the coverage is roughly 50%. The arm retains about 70% factory silver plate, showing wear to pewter left and right on barrel, high edge and contact point wear on frame, especially along the backstrap and a good deal of wear on the cylinder in the area between the flutes; there is a small ding at the left front of bow of guard. The hammer and trigger have toned primarily to a pewter and speckled plum patina. The revolver has factory mother-of-pearl grips with brass recessed S&W medallions, the grips rating very good plus, the left grip with a small chip missing near the frame. ''EM McBride'' has scratched his name beneath the left grip along with a town which appears to be ''Anniston''. Factory records indicate special order shipment on November 14, 1901 to D.G. Gorver in Fayetteville Tennessee. The gun seems to function mechanically albeit lockup is somewhat loose. Overall a very good example of a factory Oscar Young engraved Model 1899 Smith revolver. (3B11739-147) {C&R} [Former Roy Jinks Collection] (2000/3000)

335. FREUND ARMORY MARKED SPENCER SPORTING RIFLE WITH SILVER PLAQUE ATTRIBUTED TO FAMED BUFFALO HUNTER JAMES MCNANEY OF MILES CITY MONTANA

serial #1018, 56-46, 30" octagon barrel with a very good deeply rifled bore that shows light oxidation. This rifle bears standard markings on top of action with the top of the barrel being marked "FREUNDS ARMORY / CHEYENNE WYOMING". The left side of the buttstock shows a very nice silver inlay which is engraved "James McNaney / MILES CITY MONT." Information from respected antique arms collector Tom Lewis of Evergreen, Colorado indicates that in his survey of Spencer Sporting rifles decades ago, this rifle did not bear any silver plaque in the buttstock. Otherwise the plaque is very convincing, nicely patinated and inscribed in the style one would expect to see from this era. The appearance of the balance of this rifle is also attractive; well used but well-cared-for as one like to see from a frontier piece. The rifle features matching serial numbers on top of frame adjacent to tang sight, on bottom of barrel beneath forend, in end grain of forend and in end grain of buttstock beneath buttplate. There is also an assembly number "679" on the inside of the top tang of the buttplate, on the inside of the lockplate as well as the inside of the frame in the lock recess. The rifle features a factory single set trigger and is sighted with a factory folding tang mounted peepsight, standard folding ladder rear barrel sight and an unmarked Freund style Rocky Mountain front sight. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels with rear mounted in toeline of stock while the front is dovetail mounted in bottom of barrel, about 7" ahead of forend tip. The rifle remains in nice condition and appears original in all respects. The barrel bears an even gray-brown patina with silvering along the high edges and with some scattered light oxidation and oxidation staining present. The action and lock show a pleasing smooth and even medium gray patina with a small amount of light pitting mostly on top of action around the breechblock. The plain walnut stock and forend are of nicely figured walnut and rate very good with lots of original finish and some old added finish which is flaking in some areas and showing come craquelure in others. The stocks fit beautifully and have never been sanded or cleaned. James "Cheyenne Jim" McNaney was born in Philadelphia on June 22, 1860. As a young man he worked for the government as a teamster and helped clean up the carnage on the Custer Battlefield before going to Miles City, Montana in 1877. During the early 1880's in Miles City McNaney was a buffalo hunter and guide and also bought and operated a ferry across the Yellowstone River. By 1882 McNaney and his older brother Tom decided to become fulltime professional buffalo hunters and guides and outfitted themselves with two wagons, two four horse teams, saddle horses, wall tents, three Sharps rifles, 50 lbs. of powder, 550 lbs. of lead, 4500 primers, 600 cartridge cases, paper patch material, 60 Wilson skinning knives, assorted food items and other necessary provisions. Their cost to outfit themselves was $1400. He clearly was successful in this endeavor as a year later in Fort Buford he spent another $8,000 on equipment and provisions. He claimed to have taken 3200 buffalo by the time he turned 26. He was hired as one of the three guides on Dr. William Hornaday's Smithsonian Expedition to secure specimens of the American Bison for the United States National Museum. It is McNaney who is credited with taking a great bull Bison which was mounted and placed on display at the Smithsonian. It is this very buffalo that appears on the 1901 ten dollar bill and was also the model for the buffalo nickel. This is an interesting, very fine and desirable Freundmarked Spencer sporting rifle for any advanced antique American arms collection. (1F9790-84) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (6000/8000)

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336. RARE COLT MODEL 1855 REVOLVING PERCUSSION SHOTGUN

serial #359, 20 ga, 27” round barrel with octagonal breech and a partially bright good bore showing two patches of moderate old oxidation and pitting. This shotgun features the smaller oval triggerguard and plain stocks, and has seen honest use through the years with time across the pond as it bears period London proof marks. The metal surfaces show an old cleaning and are mostly a slightly mottled medium gray patina with overall partially smoothed-over remnants of light to moderate old pitting. The Colt’s Patent marking and Hartford address along the top breech flat otherwise remain mostly intact and strong while the patent mark within the cylinder flute has mostly faded away and the patent mark on the left side of the frame is obscured by some pitting but quite good and legible. The smooth walnut forend with German silver fittings remains in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and having darkened from the years while the smooth walnut buttstock remains in good condition ascleaned showing a bit of older added varnish, thin crack along the right side of the wrist and a more noticeable 3” crack back from the upper tang. The original smooth steel shotgun buttplate is intact and the buttstock exhibits a bit of nice subtle grain figure along the right side. There is a small brass bead rear sight along the topstrap and another at the front and an old replacement hickory ramrod is present. The barrel, triggerguard and buttplate are matching the frame and the action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer does not hold at half or full cock and timing is a bit off. An honest example piece of a seldom-seen Colt shotgun with a total of only about 1,100 produced in the early 1860s. (13C11631-2) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

337. SCARCE ROPER REVOLVING SHOTGUN WITH TWO ORIGINAL SHELLS serial #268, 12 ga, 28” barrel with a moderately oxidized bore that shows some areas of slightly heavier pitting. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina with overall surface oxidation and some light to moderate pitting along the barrel nearer the muzzle. The action-magazine cover retains strong maker markings with Amherst address and 1866 patent date and the barrel on this example is not equipped with the threaded choke ring. The frame retains some smoky remnants of case-hardening mixing with deep plum-brown patina and there are softened remnants of light foliate scrollwork along the bow of the guard. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in good condition having darkened from the years and showing some thin lengthy cracks along either side of the wrist and some small chips along the left edge of the forend. The forend is capped on either side with pewter and the silver bead front sight is an old replacement. The action will require mechanical attention as the hammer does not hold and the magazine does not revolve properly. The gun includes two original steel shells, one in very fine condition and the other shortened long ago to just shy of 2”.

Sylvester Roper was a consummate inventor, patenting the shotgun choke, among other things. Also rather infamously, he died at the age of 72 after crashing his steam-powered bicycle at high speed. This is a very good example piece of Roper’s peculiar shotgun. (13B11700-35) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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338. VERY FINE US GI-CAPTURED GERMAN PERCUSSION DOUBLE FOWLER BY I.L. DOTTER 16 ga, 32” lovely damascus barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a very high grade gun, the barrels showing wonderful wootz-style tight swirling damascus throughout, the metal surfaces mostly a pleasant medium gray patina with some pale brown undertones and showing a few small spots of mild oxidation staining but otherwise rating near excellent. The barrel rib shows maker’s name “I.L. DOTTER IN WURZBURG” inlaid in gold. The breech plug, upper tang, back action lockplates and triggerguard all show fine smooth gray case-hardening with a little mild gray-brown speckling here and there. The metal surfaces are embellished with lovely detailed foliate scrollwork throughout with fine line background shading and tasteful little gold and silver foliate inlays. The hammer screws and sling swivels show nice fire blue and the top of the breech plug shows an inlaid family coat of arms. The checkered deluxe walnut stock remains in excellent condition retaining essentially all of its original varnish with just some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks.

Hardware fit remains excellent and the stock features a nice rounded left-side cheekpiece, fancy rosewood pistolgrip and shows lovely grain figure throughout. The buttplate is a touch proud at the toe due to slight shrinkage but this is very unobtrusive. The original German silver-capped and horn-tipped rosewood ramrod with worm end is present and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. Included is a small dossier of information that contains a signed note by Lamoine Baldock, who served in the 3rd Ordnance Company (MM), describing his service and duties during the Second World War. When occupying a town, the mayor would be told to issue an order to collect all civilian firearms, and in April 1945 outside of the town of Neustadt about 30 miles southwest of Wurzburg Mr. Baldock spotted this shotgun on top of a pile of guns about three feet high and eight feet across. Due to its fine condition and appearance he decided to “rescue” it from inevitable destruction. Some other ancillary printouts and historical notes are present as well. Lamoine Baldock was from Oklahoma and passed away in 2011 at the age of 92, his obituary noting his passion for firearms. Johann Leonhart Dotter is listed as being active in Wurzburg in 1844 and this exact shotgun is also pictured and described on the littlegun.info website. This is a lovely German double with some fascinating provenance for the advanced German arms or Second World War collector. (13C11738-PV5) [John Micavich Collection] (3000/5000)

339. SCARCE EUROPEAN FLINTLOCK TAKEDOWN FOWLER 14 bore, 35 1/4” part round part octagon barrel that screws-off at the turned medial section at the nosecap and with a moderately oxidized bore. This interesting “poacher’s fowler” appears to be in the original flint though the touch hole may have been redrilled long ago during the period of use, the lockplate and its components are obviously original to the gun. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of plum-brown and medium gray patina with scattered old oxidation and light pitting nearer the breech. There is a maker’s touchmark atop the barrel flat that depicts a running stag flanked by the initials “HW” and the lockplate is unmarked featuring nice beveled edge, unbridled frizzen and attractive chiseled frizzen spring. The buttstock takedown boss is of iron, there is a horn nosecap and the remaining hardware is brass consisting of tailpipe with foliate extension, triggerguard, simple buttplate and solid sideplate. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing a few scattered thin drying cracks, dings and other handling marks, the nosecap with a small chip on the left side. The stock otherwise maintains a nice honest appearance with good edges and light foliate carving behind the scant squared-off left-side cheekpiece. A vent pick is also housed beneath the cheekpiece and the buttstock takedown hardware locks up well. The barrel threads are rather worn resulting in the barrel being either somewhat loose or over-turned, a common ailment of this design especially when they have seen significant use which they often did. A later replacement and nicely-made horn-tipped ramrod is present, the barrel is sighted with a generous brass bead and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A very good piece for the antique arms collector or arms curiosa enthusiast. (13B11804-21) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/2500)

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340. STUNNING ITHACA CLASSIC DOUBLES EXPERIMENTAL SOUSA GRADE SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #44786, 410 bore (3”), 26” barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. Ithaca Custom Guns reportedly marketed the Sousa Grade guns circa 2000 and ended up only producing a handful of them in various configurations, this beautiful example is evidently a preproduction sample piece with the lower tang neatly engraved “EXP”. The embellishments on this fine Italian-made double were executed by the Italian engraving studio Creative Art and the action is signed by them to the right of the forward trigger. The arm replicates the original and extremely rare Ithaca Gun Co. Sousa Grade, their highest offering, with the action embellished in full coverage with excellent quality tight filigree scrollwork, extending onto the barrel breeches and forend hardware. The action is further enhanced by fabulous gold inlays of game dogs on the sides, duck on bottom and the distinctive mermaid on the triggerguard. The upper tang also shows “S” safety marking accented in gold and the triggers are gold-washed as well. The maker markings and Bloomfield, NY address are neatly engraved along the bottom metal and the gun is not yet marked with a Sousa designation but the configuration speaks for itself, later guns usually had “Sousa” engraved on the inside of the forend hardware. The barrels retain about 96-97% original blue with most of the loss due to a very thin 1 1/2” area of light scuffs on the right barrel behind the muzzle. The solid rib shows fine matting and the action retains about 99% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The triggerguard and safety retain about 99% bright blue showing a little bit of light freckling along the inside of the guard that is unobtrusive. The checkered deluxe walnut buttstock and semi-beavertail forend remain in excellent condition showing just a few sparsely scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. Stock fit is excellent and the lovely scalloped-edge checkered panels remain crisp, the wood exhibiting lovely grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the grooved hard rubber buttplate is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 3/8” and 2 1/4”, the stock with very slight cast-off. Weight is just a bit over 6 lbs. and the arm features automatic safety, double triggers and generous ivory bead front sight. The barrels lockup solid on-face with top lever well right-of-center and the action will require a little mechanical attention as the ejectors are not tripping, though it seems to be firing and re-cocking normally. The shotgun includes an original Italian Emmebi canvas-covered and leather accented luggage case in near excellent condition with ICD leather lid label on the inside. This is just a wonderful little 410 in an exceptional and rare configuration. (13G11759-27) {MODERN} [Ex-Robert Petersen Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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341. FINE CUSTOM ENGRAVED & GOLD-INLAID BELGIAN SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN 28 ga (2 3/4”), 27” barrels choked cylinder and a tight full with bright near excellent bores, both showing a few small moderate tool marks 1-2” back from the muzzles. The undersides of the barrels show later London nitro-proofs for 70mm shells, 950 bar over the original Belgian proofs. The barrels retain about 99% nice quality restored rust blue while the action retains a similar amount of fine polished blue, the triggerguard tang with a few small oxidation speckles. The action and barrel breech areas show fine quality post-refinishing flowing foliate scrollwork throughout with nice detailing and fine punch-dot background shading along with nice gold inlaid bordering and gold game birds featuring pheasant on the left and right, and grouse on bottom and triggerguard. The checkered walnut stock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition as nicely cleaned and refinished showing a few scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. The checkering remains crisp as nicely refreshed and the buttstock shows some lovely flowing grain figure and nice areas of burl and knots at the rear. There is an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line and the checkered horn buttplate is intact showing some mild edge wear. Length-of-pull is 13 3/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”, the stock slightly cast-off. The arm is sighted with a single large brass bead and equipped with double triggers, automatic safety and extractor. Lock-up is by dual under-bites with Greener crossbolt and is solid showing the faintest sliver of light at the breeches and the top lever resting a hair left of center. Wall thickness measurements show a few areas hovering around 0.020” in both barrels, action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 4 lbs. 4 1/2 oz. According to Mr. Thrash’s notes this gun was previously owned by Hollywood character actor Dub Taylor, who had a prolific career especially in Westerns. A very fine and attractive Belgian 28 bore. (13F11523-74) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)

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342. CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN RBL-28 RESERVE EDITION SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #RBL005791, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 30” barrels choked a tight improved modified and tight full, with bright excellent bores showing a few spots of stubborn wad residue. The barrels and triggerguard retain about 99% original blue with perhaps a slight handling mark or two, only the forend iron showing wear along the bottom, retaining about 75% blue.

The frame retains 98-99% original case-color with the leading edge of the fences drifting to a silvery patina, the balance retaining vibrant color with factory full coverage scroll engraving enclosing dogs on point left and right, and a flushed bird on the underside. The barrels show a small wedge of scroll at the breech and base of the rib, the factory markings remaining crisp with “RESERVE” marked on the rib about 4” from the breech. The triggers retain all their gold finish. The checkered capped pistolgrip exhibition grade walnut stock and beavertail forend are in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks here and there and lovely grain figure throughout, the grooved black plastic buttplate intact and giving an about 14 5/8” length of pull with drops of about 1 1/2” and 2 3/8”. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. Included is a canvas covered luggage case with burgundy interior and Connecticut Shotgun MFG Co. label inside the lid, key, a pair of snapcaps, oiler, cleaning rod and brushes, and manual. A striking small bore double that will look as good on display as it will perform in the field. (14C11604-2) {MODERN} (3500/5000)

343. WINCHESTER MODEL 23 CLASSIC BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #CL20-169E, 20 ga., 26” ventilated rib barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original blue with perhaps a light handling mark or two and the trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish with some light high edge wear. There is light foliate scroll engraving about the receiver, lever, triggerguard and grip cap and an inlaid gold grouse in-flight along its belly. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and beaver tail forend with ebony insert rates excellent with a few scattered light handling marks, unengraved brass monogram plate and has a length of pull of 14 1/2” to the Winchester buttpad and has drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”. The shotgun is sighted with a Bradley front and small white bead rear and features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, mechanical hammers, and ejectors. This is a handsome double that locks up tight and is on face appearing to have seen little time afield. (10C11523-73) {MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/3000)

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344. A. FRANCOTTE SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #84295, 12 ga, 26” barrels choked modified and full with bright near excellent bores showing a small patch or two of pinprick pitting, a tiny ding about 2” from the right muzzle, and some stubborn wad residue around the chambers. The barrels retain about 85-90% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with scattered spots of light wear to a pewter patina greatest on the left side, a few minor scratches, and light handling marks. The case-hardened frame retains about 75% original casehardened color drifting to straw and subtler tones, the protected areas showing stronger color, and the belly now an attractive silvery case-hardened patina, with a few specks of old oxidation. The frame is wonderfully embellished with tight foliate scroll engraving covering about 90%, the hinge pin with an attractive floral motif, a pair of game birds in flight left and right with a duo of ducks on the trigger plate, and the fences are deeply relief engraved with acanthus leaves. The barrels are retailer marked “VON LENGERKE & DETMOLD” right, and “U.S. AGENTS NEW YORK” left, and barrels and forend are numbered to the shotgun. The triggerguard retains about 60% blue with the tang toned to pewter and light wear along the edges, the lever showing only a few spots of wear. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus condition with professional quality repairs on either side of the upper tang, measuring about 7/8” left and 2” right, as well as a few dings and light handling marks. The stock displays the beginnings of some attractive grain figure and features an unmarked 1 1/4” thick solid recoil pad with black spacer, giving an about 14 3/8” length of pull with drops of about 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”, and the forend features a nicely engraved steel tip insert. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face via dual underbites and a hidden Greener-style crossbolt, with the lever coming to rest at center and features an automatic safety, dual triggers, sideclips, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone steel bead on the neatly matted rib. The water tables show markings for both 2 5/8” and 2 1/2” chambers, and have been lengthened to 2 3/4”. Included is a vintage Abercrombie and Fitch brown leather luggage-style case in about very good condition with wear at the reinforced corners and light dings and abrasions scattered throughout, the interior in finer condition with a maroon felt interior with a few light wear marks and compartments for the stocked action, barrels, and accessories.

A fine Belgian-made double ejectorgun. (14C11603-3) {C&R} (2500/3500)

345. EXTREMELY RARE BROWNING MEDALIST RENAISSANCE MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL SPECIAL ORDER FOR THE BROWNING COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION

serial #655PT00046, 22 LR, 6 3/4” heavy barrel with ventilated rib and bright excellent bore. In 1986 Browning produced sixty full coverage Renaissance Models for the Browning Collectors Association. They were signed by the engraver on the left side of the frame near the knuckle, this one crafted by E. Vos. This gun is covered with beautiful foliate scroll engraving highlighted by cross hatch and blackened shading while the bottom of the triggerguard is marked “46/60”. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus nickel “coin” finish while the gold plate on the trigger rates excellent. The French walnut wraparound factory target grips feature a thumb rest with an area of checkering on the sides of both panels surrounded by carved beads. They are further adorned with beautifully executed carved scroll surrounded by a field of carved beads that blend into the checkered portion. The Schnabel forend has a wedge of carved scroll surrounded by beads on both sides. The grips and forend remain in wonderful condition.

This gun features an undercut serrated Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, trigger pull weight adjustment on the frame, and no provisions on the grips for a deflector pin. It includes a beautiful factory suitcase style carry / presentation case with red canvas covered exterior that is leather covered on both ends. The interior is French cut and red velvet lined and both rate excellent. There is a ten-round factory marked magazine included. A beautiful example of the gunmakers art and a rare opportunity for the Browning collector. (8D11759-45) {C&R} (7000/9000)

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346. U.S. MODEL 1911 NAVY CONTRACT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #38153, 45 ACP, 5” Colt replacement barrel with the first half of the bore very lightly oxidized and pinprick pitted showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel has the later style “HP” markings stacked parallel to the bore axis. This lovely 1913 U.S. Navy Contract pistol retains perhaps 60% original blue, stronger under ambient light, the frontstrap and mainspring housing toned to brown while the front half of the slide is mostly brown with strong blue mixed in, additionally there are areas of oxidation and pitting plus handling marks. The double diamond checkered walnut grips rate about very good showing light wear and handling marks. Most of the small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture except the recoil spring guide is a later replacement with blunt legs, and the thumb safety is a later replacement with checkered tab and no mill cut. The markings remain crisp including Major Penfield’s acceptance mark and it features the early round top rear sight. The pistol appears operational although the thumb safety is stiff but it is functional. This pistol includes a single seven-round twotone M.S. Little Manufacturing marked magazine with pinned plain floorplate. The tome “Colt .45 Service Pistols” by Charles Claussen indicates this gun was one of a block of 1300 guns shipped to U. S. Navy, General Storekeeper, U.S. Navy Yard, Brooklyn New York, on July 25, 1913 and this shipment is also listed in Springfield Research. A fine example of these hard to find and desirable service pistols. (8B11728-918) {C&R} (3000/5000)

347. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #904715, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with lightly frosted and pinprick pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This pistol shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original Parkerized finish showing strong color under ambient light while direct light shows areas toning to brown. There is scattered light edge wear plus light handling and assembly marks. The checkered Coltwood factory grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and they remain in excellent condition. The small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture although the hammer pin is a non-factory replacement and the markings remain crisp including Major General Drewry’s inspection mark. It was observed that the sear pin and hammer pin are installed backwards (from right side of frame) although the head of the replacement hammer pin is oversized and will not properly install under thumb safety and will need to be replaced. It includes a single M.S. Little Manufacturing marked seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. Overall, a very nice mid-war gun. (8A11728-880) {C&R} (2500/4000)

348. COLT PRE-WAR COMMERCIAL ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #6075, 22 LR, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 1935-manufactured pistol shows light use and retains about 96% original blue showing light edge wear, thinning frontstrap, and handling marks. The fully checkered factory walnut grips rate excellent. This pistol features a serrated semi-ramp front sight, adjustable rear sight, the slide is numbered to the gun, and all the small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture. It includes a two-tone tenround magazine marked “COLT / ACE [in a diamond] / 22 L.R.”. An excellent example of these desirable pistols. (8B11728-884) {C&R} (2500/4000)

349. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA serial #1259102, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This mid-war pistol remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original Parkerized finish showing a few areas toning to brown on the slide and frontstrap in addition to light edge wear, handling marks, and assembly marks. The checkered Keyes Fibre factory grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and remain in about excellent condition showing a few handling marks. The small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture and the markings remain crisp including Colonel Atwood’s inspection mark. It includes a single unmarked seven-round magazine. A fine addition for any military collection. (8A11728-895) {C&R}(1800/2200)

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350. FINE BROWNING MIDAS GRADE SMALLBORE SUPERPOSED SKEET OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #7576F74, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 26” ventilated rib barrels choked skeet in both with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this lovely 1974-made Superlight Skeet retain about 98% original blue showing just a hint of high edge silvering along the rib and perhaps one or two minor handling marks hardly worth the mention. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely crisp relief foliate scrollwork and motifs, some small areas of light crosshatching, bordering and fine matting atop the action. The pins and trigger are gold-plated and the action features the characteristic gold line border inlaid scenes with gold game birds left, right and bottom. The work appears to be unsigned and the gun is fitted with fine upgraded stocks featuring straight grip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with true side panels, the checkering with lovely hashmark bordering throughout. The stocks rate excellent showing just a few sparsely scattered tiny handling marks and some very thin gaps along the lower tang inletting. The wood exhibits fine grain figure and the checkering remains mostly strong throughout. The butt has a small panel insert with a pair of screws and is skip-linecheckered providing a 14 1/4” length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”, the stock with very slight cast-on. Weight is 6 lbs. 10 oz. and the barrels lock-up solid with top lever a touch right-of-center. The gun features single selective inertial trigger, non-automatic safety, and is sighted with medium white mid-bead and large white front bead. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. The gun includes an original tan Browning luggage case in very fine condition showing some light scuffs and areas of minor flaking along the exterior. An excellent and wonderful Midas grade in 28 gauge. (13E11778-29) {MODERN} (10,000/15,000)

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351. FINE BELGIAN SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN

BY JEAN STASSART serial #2374, 16 ga (2 1/2”), 28” Martin Siemens steel barrels choked improved modified with bright near excellent bores showing a little bit of fine oxidation scattered about that is insignificant. The barrels of this nice Best Quality Belgian double retain perhaps 65% original rich blue that shows even toning to a pleasant medium gray patina overall and showing a few minor handling marks. The barrels feature solid matted rib that sinks subtly toward the muzzles and the barrels are neatly maker-marked showing 282 Rue Vivegnes Liege address. The action and lockplates have mostly toned to a nice silvery case-hardened patina retaining some fine wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas, the water table with fine colors throughout. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely rose and filigree scroll, the upper tang with “S” inlaid in gold and the top lever and triggerguard with remnants of original bright blue in the protected areas. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in about very fine condition showing mostly worn finish and honest use with scattered light dings, a few old abrasions along the left side of the buttstock and a small spot of walnut filler on the left side to address a knot in the wood. The checkering shows moderate wear and the stock fit otherwise is quite good throughout, the wood also exhibiting fine grain figure. Length-of-pull to the checkered butt is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2” and with slight cast-off. The gun is equipped with sling swivels and silver bead front sight, also featuring a full complement of amenities such as dial cocking indicators, articulated front trigger and striker discs. The action locks up solid on-face via dual under-bites, hidden third fastener and sideclips, the top lever resting about center. Weight is 6 lbs. 13 oz. and the action seems to function well mechanically with strong in-time ejectors. This top-quality gun has seen some honest use but has been well cared-for and no doubt still has plenty of life left in it for upland birds. (13D11778-7) {C&R} (3000/5000)

352. ATTRACTIVE BRITISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY JOSEPH LANG

serial #15443, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 28” barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores showing a little stubborn fouling. This fine British double has been nicely restored, the barrels retaining about 97-98% quality reblacking with some areas taking on a slightly mottled deep gray appearance under bright light. The undersides show London nitro-proofs while the original barrel markings have softened slightly but remain legible “JOSEPH LANG & SON / 7. BURY STREET. St JAMES SQ. LONDON. ENGLAND.” The action and lockplates retain a similar amount of attractive vibrant case-hardened colors with some subtle smoky patina along the high edges and the pins with fine brilliant fire blue. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely English rose and filigree scrollwork that remains quite crisp, both lockplates also neatly maker-marked. The inside water table shows Connecticut Shotgun importer marking and the locks are hand-detachable with gold line cocking indicator discs while the upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in gold along with gold “1” on top lever and barrel.

The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good condition as nicely cleaned and refinished showing an expertly repaired break at the wrist only noticeable upon close inspection, the stocks otherwise with nice checkering and exhibiting fine grain figure throughout. There is a monogram plate along the toe line neatly engraved with the initials “JAC” and length-of-pull to the leather-covered 1” pad is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The stock shows considerable cast-off and the gun features a single mechanical trigger, brass bead front sight and automatic safety. The barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites with the top lever a bit left-of-center. Weight is 6 lbs. 9 1/2 oz. and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. A fine quality British sidelock by Lang. (13D11778-27) {C&R} (5000/7000)

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353. FINE BRITISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY W.P. JONES serial #16040, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 28” barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified with bright near excellent bores. The barrels of this fine double retain about 96-97% nice quality re-blacking showing a few sparsely scattered light handling marks and small spots thinning under bright light. Originally made circa 1934, this gun shows later Birmingham re-proofs along the undersides of the barrels along with a discreet Connecticut Shotgun import mark. The nicely matted barrel rib shows gold “1” at the rear and retains strong maker markings and 25 Whittall St. Birmingham address along with callout for “Winner at the Field Trials of 12, 16 & 20 Bore Guns. London”. The action and lockplates retain 99% excellent restored case-hardened colors that remain rich and vibrant throughout, embellished in near full coverage with fine English rose and filigree scrollwork, the lockplates both also maker-marked and their pins contrasting between polished bright and nice fire blue. The top lever and triggerguard show 99% quality restored blue, the top lever also with gold inlaid “1” and maker’s name and the triggerguard with a nice game dog scene along the bow. The triggers and safety show brilliant fire blue and the upper tang has “SAFE” in gold. The checkered French walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in excellent condition as nicely refinished showing just a few sparse handling marks and the fine checkering with mullered borders remaining strong throughout. The edges of the drop points are slightly softened but mostly intact, there is an un-engraved monogram plate along the toe line and the wood exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout. Length-of-pull to the grooved horn buttplate is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2” and the stock shows a hint of cast-off. The gun is equipped with double triggers, automatic safety and silver bead front sight and the barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites and top lever resting about center. Weight is just a touch over 6 lbs. and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. This is a lovely lightweight and quick-handling 12 bore. (13D11778-15) {C&R} (3500/5000)

354. ITALIAN SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN

BY ARMITALIA DI LUCCHINI serial #41131, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked a tight modified and full with bright excellent bores showing only some stubborn wad residue. The barrels retain about 98% original blue with a touch of silvering at the muzzles and the barrels toned evenly to brown under bright light. The frame remains bright and in excellent condition, fully embellished with high quality foliate relief engraving with intertwined branches, leaves, and rosettes with fine punch-dot shading providing attractive contrast, the engraving continuing along the long-tang rolled edge triggerguard; the engraver signature “PARRAVICINI. P.73” is neatly tucked next to the triggers. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in near excellent condition with a few light handling marks and shows the beginnings of attractive grain figure, the buttstock featuring an unengraved shield monogram plate near the toe and an checkered butt providing a 14 3/8” length of pull with drops of about 1 3/8” and 2 1/4”. The barrel markings are intact and clear, maker marked on the left and “RICHLAND ARMS CO. BLISSFIELD” retailer marked on the right, and are numbered to the gun with the forend unmarked. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest at center and features double triggers with a checkered front trigger, nonautomatic safety, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone brass bead on the nicely matted raised rib. A truly attractive Italian-made double, made by a well-respected gunmaker. (14D11690-22) {MODERN} (5000/7000)

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355. INTERESTING & UNIQUE WILFRED ELLIS REISING 9MM SEMI-AUTO CARBINE serial #1, 9mm, 16 1/4” finned barrel with a bright excellent bore. This interesting gun was made by master gunsmith Wilfred Ellis at his workshop “Fort Ellis”. Mr. Ellis was a retired police officer, expert machinist and consummate firearms historian who, in addition to restoring original pieces, apparently loved tinkering with new ideas.

According to a 1982 Philadelphia Inquirer article, he built a working Gatling gun from scratch and one other known piece of his is the rather futuristic-looking experimental XR86 semi-auto rifle which is now somewhat famous on the internet. The barrel of this interesting Reising does not appear to be a sleeved 45 ACP barrel and was no doubt made from scratch by Mr. Ellis, the stock also appearing to be handmade in the original style. Some particulars of the gun are also a bit different than the original H&R Reising, most notably the lever delay system has been removed and it is now a simple blowback, the magazine well is modified and more robust, and the striker has been simplified and allowed to protrude from the rear receiver plug to act as a cocking indicator. The extractor is more robust as well and there were no doubt a few other small modifications and improvements made. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original and reapplied Parkerized finish showing some areas drifting to mild brown patina under bright light and some areas of light pitting beneath the finish. The major components show an assortment of stamped markings such as “PATENTS PENDING” along the top of the receiver, side of bolt and magazine housing, these parts also bearing the serial number “1”. The bolt and receiver also show “9mm” designation stamp, the left side of the receiver bears “GVT INSP” and the right rear of receiver is stamped “U.S. NO. 1”. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and a thin 1 1/2” sliver missing at the heel. The left side of the stock below the action is stamped with a rather large “R1” and the smooth buttplate is also stamped with a smaller “R1”. The stock is equipped with Remington “R”-marked swivels and the arm is sighted with a Model 1903A3 rear sight and robust plain blade front. The custom magazine housing/well assembly is very similar to the United Defense M42 submachine gun and indeed the gun includes one slightly modified M42 magazine that fits perfectly along with a somewhat worn US military olive drab sling. The action seems to function well mechanically and there is a brass tag securely affixed to the front swivel stamped “(FORT ELLIS) / ABINGTON PA 1985” along with an inventory number “40”. This carbine was originally sold by James D. Julia Inc. in 1995 when they handled the Ellis estate (Lot 536). This is a fascinating and no doubt completely unique Reising professionally-made by a well-regarded and colorful gunsmith. (13D11700-34) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

356. PAUL SHUTTLEWORTH CUSTOM STEVENS NO. 45 SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #970, 33-40, 30” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. Built on a 44 1/2 No. 45 action, the barrel of this rifle retains about 95% original blue showing a little scattered mild oxidation speckling and light handling marks. The barrel is numbered “530” and it shows additional markings on the underside beneath the forend “BRESIEN .3381 GROOVE 4.2.90”. The action retains perhaps 80% slightly fading cyanide case-hardened colors with some thin scratches or lightly cleaned areas along the sides. The right side of the breechblock shows a vacant hole for a small retainer screw. The rifle is equipped with replacement stocks featuring a smooth deluxe walnut schnabel forend complete with palm rest, smooth walnut lever inserts and checkered buttstock with slight “fish belly”, left-side cheekpiece

and schuetzen buttplate.

The buttstock shows some added finish, a small shallow chip behind the lower tang and scattered light dings otherwise rating very good plus. There are no provisions for a front sight and the barrel is fitted with a pair of target blocks while the tang is fitted with a Lyman No. 52 sight. The double set triggers seem to function well mechanically. A nice Shuttleworth chambered in a vintage Pope wildcat cartridge. (13B11164-30) {C&R} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2000/3000)

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357. GRIFFIN & HOWE CUSTOM REMINGTON-HEPBURN NO. 3 SPORTING RIFLE serial #4989, 22-3000, 27 1/2” tapered heavy round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive rifle retain about 95% G&H-restored blue showing some spotty loss toning to gray along the barrel under bright light, some sparse freckles and light handling marks. The custom extended breechblock lever retains about 75% bright blue that shows moderate flaking to pewter gunmetal and gray-brown patina while the breechblock is polished bright. The top of the barrel is neatly engraved “BARRELED by GRIFFIN & HOWE INC. NEW YORK”, while the shank is engraved “223000 LOVE”, the balance of “Lovell” is cut-off suggesting the barrel was set back slightly during the period of use, and a 2R Lovell case appears to chamber just fine, though a proper chamber cast should be done to precisely determine the variant of the chambering. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with steel schnabel remain in very good plus condition retaining strong antique varnish with some scattered light dings, handling marks and a 1 1/2” u-shaped crack right of the upper tang. The checkering remains mostly strong and stock fit is very good. There is a shallow left-side cheekpiece, the schnabel retains about 98% nickel finish and the single spur buttplate is a pleasant ocher patina. The barrel is fitted with a pair of target blocks showing light edge wear from prior scope mounting. The underside barrel and inside upper tang showing a matching assembly number “3013” while the inside lower tang is numbered “6439” and the forend, buttstock and buttplate are “5866”. The rifle is fitted with adjustable double set triggers and the action seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured and described on pages 396 & 397 of “Remington’s No. 3 Hepburn” by Tom Rowe. A fine and interesting rifle from the respected G&H firm. Please check the Timed auction for the Unertl Ultra Varmint scope that was removed from this rifle. (13D11164-48) {ANTIQUE} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2500/3500)

358. WINCHESTER MODEL

1885 HIGH WALL SPORTING RIFLE

serial #100605, 30-40 Krag, 28” No. 3 weight nickel steel barrel with a mostly bright about fine bore showing light oxidation throughout the strong rifling. The barrel and buttplate of this attractive 1907-vintage rifle retain about 95% restored blue with a 3” area on the top of the breech toning to gray with evidence of two professionally-filled holes along with a small circular spot of impact marks with some short light scratches and some minor wear on the toe and heel of the rifle buttplate.

The frame and lower tang retain about 75-80% original blue with wear to gray patina on the top of the frame and on the high edges and contact points, some spots of pinprick pitting, and some spots of light oxidation. The lever is toning to a smoky gray case-hardened patina with some nice original case-hardened colors here and there. The Winchester proofs and other barrel and frame markings are crisp. The smooth walnut straight grip stock and schnabel tip forend with ebony insert rate very good plus to near excellent as lightly cleaned with an added finish, a few repaired thin cracks at the toe, and some scattered smoothed over light dings. The rifle is equipped with a single set trigger that works well, the rear sight dovetail is filled with a slot blank, the Lyman globe front sight with globe aperture is intact, and a Lyman No. 52 folding tang sight with selectable aperture disc. The action appears to function well mechanically. (23B11164-27) {C&R} [Scott Ashley Collection] (1500/2500)

359. CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL TARGET RIFLE BY W. J. HAUCK

219 Zipper, 26” slightly tapered medium weight round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little fine oxidation speckling back from the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% maker reapplied polished blue showing some overall mild thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light, a few freckles and light handling marks. The barrel shows strong maker markings along with “HP” proof mark which is also on either side of the frame, the underside of the barrel beneath the forend is stamped “114954..1”. There are a pair of target blocks atop the barrel showing slight edge wear and three additional drilled and tapped holes nearer the breech, one hole present in the front sight area and two along the left receiver. The stocks are also by Hauck, the end grain beneath the buttplate stamped by him, consisting of checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and beavertail forend. Stocks rate very good plus showing a bit of older added varnish, scattered light dings and a couple of thin cracks at the upper tang, left side where the stock meets the frame and along the rosewood forend tip. The checkering remains strong and stock fit is very good, the scalloped hard rubber pistolgrip cap rates near excellent and the buttplate is finely checkered steel. The rifle is equipped with factory close-coupled double set triggers, though the set trigger will require some mechanical attention as it is not functional, the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A nice rifle from this well-regarded mid-1900s Vermont gunsmith. Please check the Timed auction for the Unertl Ultra Varmint scope that was removed from this rifle. (13B11164-28) {C&R} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2000/3000)

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360. LOVELY WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 SADDLE RING CARBINE IDENTIFIED TO COL. A.T. BABBITT, WYOMING STOCK GROWERS ASSOCIATION serial #14117, 45-70, 22” barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and old oxidation with otherwise strong rifling. This 1888-made carbine is in a very desirable configuration with its fullstock forend and 45-70 chambering. The right side of the buttstock has a silver plaque affixed and is neatly engraved “Col. A. T. Babbitt / W.S.G.A.” and the carbine has seen a wonderful quality restoration. The barrel retains about 97% of an excellent quality bright blue showing some mild loss from thin striations toning to gray-brown and a few other light handling marks. The factory markings remain crisp and the underside of the barrel beneath the forend also bears proper factory stamps. The action retains about 98% excellent restored case-hardened colors that are a bit dark but otherwise very attractive showing a few light handling marks and strong protective lacquer. The nosecap and carbine buttplate also show fine vibrant case-hardened colors while the barrel band, trigger and bolt retain about 98% bright blue, and the loading gate shows nice fire blue. There is one additional drilled and tapped hole at the upper tang right beside the factory hole. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition as neatly cleaned showing a restored oil finish and just some sparsely scattered tiny dings and light handling marks. The silver plaque shows a nice medium tarnish and is secured with two small nails, it is purportedly a reproduction of the original plaque. The end grain of the stock beneath the buttplate was stamped by a previous owner “DON NICHOLS / CHEYENNE / WYOMING” and the left side lower tang shows an assembly number “6S”. The upper tang stock inlet and inside toe of the buttplate appear to be stamped “68”. The carbine is sighted with Winchester’s express rear sight and plain blade front. The included factory letter indicates the arm shipped as a 45-70 carbine with standard sights and trigger on April 24, 1888. The gun also includes a note signed by Mr. Don Nichols describing the history of the gun as being acquired by him from the estate of T. Joe Cahill through Tom Searl, a real estate agent working with the State of Wyoming to acquire Cahill’s property for state use. T. Joe was an early Wyoming lawman and prominent promoter of the Cheyenne Frontier Days. Mr. Nichols goes on to elaborate that the carbine was displayed at a gun show in Cheyenne in 1967 and it was at this gun show that the original silver plaque went missing but was later reproduced based on photos of the original. Around the time of this carbine’s manufacture, Col. Babbitt was an army physician and president of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association. An excellent and desirable carbine for the Winchester or frontier collector, with interesting provenance.

(13F11523-32) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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361. VERY FINE MARLIN MODEL 1893 DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #133435, 38-55, 26” Special Smokeless Steel octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this lovely circa 1896-made rifle retain about 97% of an older restored excellent quality rust blue that shows a few areas of mild toning to gray-brown patina and the only indication of a refinish being some sparsely scattered tiny pinprick pits beneath the finish here and there; it is otherwise of factory quality through and through. The action’s vibrant case-hardened colors appear to be original in every respect retaining about 9 5 % with a healthy amount of a slightly yellowish older-added protected lacquer and most of the loss due to some mild brown oxidation along some high edges and the bottom metal. Most of the screw heads retain fine fire blue while the finish on the loading gate remains particularly stunning. The nosecap and rear sight retain most of their original bright blue and the crescent steel buttplate retains fine colors under protected lacquer. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition as lightly and neatly refinished showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the checkering with moderate honest wear. The buttplate is a touch proud in a few areas but stock fit otherwise remains very nice at the tangs. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight and German silver blade front. This is a very attractive Marlin 1893, even more desirable as an antique example. (13D11523-38) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

362. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE IN 50 EXPRESS serial #135823, 50 Express, 26” octagon barrel with a full magazine and an about very good bore showing light pitting, greater towards the chamber, but still with clear rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1905-vintage rifle retain about 99% excellent quality restored rust blue with beginnings of operational wear on the magazine tube from takedown and some scattered previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition as professionally restored showing only the remnants of miniscule chipping at the base of the forend and a light handling mark or two, the steel widow’s peak buttplate just a touch proud at the toe. The stock displays lovely feathercrotch figure through the butt, and the stock and buttplate match the “803 XX” assembly number on the lower tang.

The metal markings are intact and clear with the barrel address appearing restruck, though the barrel appears original as the underside of the barrel shows the correct factory markings. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade “Winchester Express” front sight and a “Winchester Express” rear sight with one standing and one folding leaf with platinum inlaid line, marked for 50 and 200 yards, and the takedown functions correctly.

A nicely restored Model 1886 in a desirable cartridge. (14B11631-7) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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363. EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #7028, 38-55, 26” octagon barrel with a full magazine and a very good plus bore with scattered fine oxidation and a light pit or two, still showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine have toned largely to brown with thinning remnants of blue throughout, strongest in the protected areas, with scattered freckling, light handling marks, and a spot of fine pitting behind the front sight; under ambient light the blue appears much stronger. The receiver retains about 70% original blue with more moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, the left side thinning and the loading gate showing attractive fire blue, with scattered freckling and light handling marks, and the case-hardened lever shows a smoky-pewter patina with some vibrant remnants of case color in protected areas and some light oxidation staining. The hammer retains strong case-hardened color, mellowed only slightly with age, showing light operational wear and scattered specks of oxidation. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition as perhaps very lightly cleaned with a few light impact marks on the left side of the forend, some older light dings and handling marks, and the stock is somewhat shy of the metal in spots, including at the toe. The two-line Winchester address and other factory markings are intact and crisp, the tang marking somewhat softened by the years, and some of the screws show the beginning of light slot wear.

The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and the tang is drilled and tapped for an aperture sight. Included is a copy of a factory letter from the Cody Firearms Museum, serialized to this rifle, confirming its configuration and that it was received at the warehouse on September 24, 1895, shipping out the next day. A fine second year production rifle that has weathered the intervening 129 years well. (14B11523-60) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)

364. VERY FINE UNMARKED CLUB BUTT “BUCCANEER” LONG FOWLER About .75 cal., 51 1/2” round barrel with an oxidized bore. This is a very handsome and attractive club butt fowler, following very closely the contours and construction of the French “buccaneer” guns issued by the French Navy for topsail firing. The barrel itself is an overall very pleasing smooth plum brown patina showing light incise engraving with medial rings at the breech, a brass banded appliqué about a 12” forward with light incise engraving and a raised chiseled face, much of the detail lost to the years due to the soft nature of the brass, with dual medial rings ahead of this. Nearer the muzzle we find a simple scant brass blade front sight and there is actually a seam about 8 1/2” from the muzzle which can be detected, however it appears original in every respect to the gun and not an example of “stretching” as the interior is seamless and exhibits the same oxidation its full-length, and a very close inspection of the stock shows absolutely no evidence of it being stretched. The gun is a later percussion conversion by the drum and nipple method and features a T. Ketland & Co. lock with a gunsmith-made percussion hammer, the plate fitting the inletting of the stock very well. This example has the oft-seen brass nose plate about 5” in length with small medials, it being somewhat loose, its retaining pin not present. There are four simple ramrod thimbles and a simple tailpipe while the triggerguard has a fleur-de-lis front extension and beveled edges with very light incise engraving. There is a flat sideplate which is lightly engraved and the heavy brass buttplate has a slightly ornate tang with light incise engraving as well. The stock itself appears to be a tight grained maple or other hardwood with a rich tobacco-russet color and blackened soot and grime from the years within the recesses, adding to the extremely honest untouched character of the arm. There are of course the expected light dings and handling marks here and there, with a few small chips or cracks along the barrel channel. Both flats have light islands with scallop shell carving to the rear of the tang and very French deep comb flutes with a light incise groove carved. There is a silver oval monogram plate atop the wrist neatly engraved “SB” and there is an antique ramrod included which is likely a replacement. The arm is strikingly similar to examples seen in Flintlock Fowlers The First Guns Made in America © Grinslade 2005, in the chapter on club butt fowlers. While the stock appears very much to be Yankee wood, the balance of the arm is very French in its in character, especially the applied face atop the barrel, it is very possibly a Yankee restock utilizing the same stock design as the original parent musket. An extremely attractive and honest club butt musket measuring 67” overall length. (3D11739-95) {ANTIQUE} [Former Peter Tillou Collection] (4000/6000)

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365. NEW ORLEANS FULLSTOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE

BY LOUIS GERTEIS WITH ATTRACTIVE DOLPHIN MOTIFS .59 cal, 35” heavy octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some light oxidation in the grooves, some more noticeable pitting nearer the muzzle, and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle shows an old cleaning and is now mostly a medium gray-brown patina with smoothed-over remnants of pinprick pitting and some old oxidation staining. The top flat markings have softened somewhat but remains legible “L. GERTEIS NEW ORLEANS” and the long breech tang is embellished in full coverage with attractive foliate scrollwork. The back action island lockplate shows remnants of silvery case-hardening and is very spartan bearing just “L. GERTEIS” marking and equipped with a dolphin hammer. The barrel is secured with three wedges through nice foliate-bordered escutcheons. The remaining fittings are very attractive and quite ornate consisting of two thimbles and tailpipe of very heavy wide construction featuring triple reeded bands, fancy foliate tailpipe extension, fancy triggerguard with lovely hand-detachable rear screw featuring a pierced floral head, and lovely foliate-embellished schuetzen buttplate. Perhaps most prominently featured are the beautifully detailed dolphins ahead and behind the triggerguard and acting as a toe plate while the lock screw escutcheon features an artistic siren motif. The checkered walnut stock features a heavy horn tip and remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the checkering strong and the wood exhibiting nice figure throughout. The sling swivels are missing and the lock screw appears to be a later replacement. The original heavy horn-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the barrel has a pair of vacant rear sight dovetails while the front sight base is intact but the blade insert has been lost to the years and there is a vacant hole ahead of the triggerguard for mounting a palm rest. The action features a fine hair firing trigger with ornate pierced stop and rear curved set trigger, the lock however will require mechanical attention as it does not set and drop the hammer properly. This very handsome rifle features some really wonderful little details and is a fine example of New Orleans heavy big bore percussion rifle. Louis Gerteis was active from around 1855-1879.

(13C11804-19) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (3000/5000)

366. ATTRACTIVE GERMAN SWIVEL BREECH FLINTLOCK BUCK AND BALL GUN About .60 cal & 20 bore, 31” octagon rifle barrel and part octagon part round straight-rifled shotgun barrel with fair-good bores showing moderate old oxidation and light pitting their full-length and otherwise strong rifling. This nice combination gun has been neatly reconverted to flint utilizing antique components, perhaps even during its period of use, and the barrels have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered old oxidation and light dings. The locks featured unbridled frizzens and springs with nice foliated chiseled extensions and the barrel swivel catch is a trigger mounted ahead of the triggerguard. The arm is equipped with attractive brass fitting including nosecap, fancy side panel screw escutcheons, dual ramrod thimbles and foliate tailpipe on the other side, triggerguard, buttplate with foliate heel extension and foliate toe plate, sideplate and decorative cheekpiece plate while a vent pick is housed beneath the cheekpiece. The walnut side panels and buttstock remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the right side of the buttstock showing an almost full-length but very thin drying crack. There is a small synthetic filler repair along the ramrod side panel and the stock shows some nice foliate carvings that have softened a bit but are mostly intact. There is a sliding brass-clad patchbox cover on the right side of the buttstock and a horn-tipped ramrod with worm end is present which appears to be original hardware. The rifle barrel is sighted with a standing v-notch rear sight with single flip-up leaf and silver blade front while the shotgun barrel is sighted with just a silver blade.

The swivel mechanism functions smoothly and the barrels lock-up well while the lock with double set triggers seems to function normally. A nice example of these interesting and desirable swivel breech combination guns. (13C11804-18) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (3000/5000)

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367. AUSTRIAN REVERSE LOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY IGNAZ FISCHER .50 cal, 32 3/4” octagon barrel with slightly swamped muzzle and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this fine Austrian schuetzen rifle retains perhaps 65-70% original bright blue flaking overall to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing some sparse light oxidation speckling. The top flat shows light matting and the barrels has lovely gold line inlays at the breech and maker’s name inlaid in fancy gold script. Both rear and front sights have heavy tunnel covers, the rear engraved with a prominent female-faced sun ray motif. The lockplate also shows maker’s name in gold and is a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina and is embellished in full coverage with excellent quality flowing foliate motifs and a very handsome detailed gryphon at the rear. The lock is equipped with a generous cap splash shield and the fancy finger groove triggerguard shows remnants of original bright blue flaking to graybrown patina. The walnut halfstock remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, a 2” flexing crack at the left edge of the forend tip and smaller crack on the left side near the toe of the stock. The stock features a foliate carved schnabel, forend

checkering, generous and deep left-side cheekpiece with accenting ridge at rear, stippled and foliate carved right-side thumb rest, raised foliate carved bulb behind the rear triggerguard arm and light bordering motifs. The iron buttplate is a very wide and heavy affair with wide foliate motifs along the sides. The rifle is sighted with an adjustable peep tang sight, fine v-notch rear and bead-on-post front. The triggerguard is equipped with a finger stop that complements the very fine hair firing trigger. The rear trigger is a set and they will require mechanical attention as the hammer does not drop appropriately. This is a lovely rifle from an excellent quality Vienna maker who was favored by the Imperial Hofgewehrkammer. (13D11804-17) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection](3500/5000)

368. SWISS FULLSTOCK HEAVY PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE

BY BINDSCHEDLER .38 cal, 33” heavy octagon barrel with slightly swamped muzzle, recessed crown, and a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 95% of an attractive dark antique plumbrown finish showing a little fine oxidation staining, sharp edge wear and light handling marks. The flats nearer the breech show attractive silver foliate inlays and maker’s name and locale also inlaid in fine silver script “S. Bindschedler a Manedorf”. The breech plug features a robust bolster and shows fine case-hardened colors throughout, the lockplate also with generous smoky and silvery case-hardening. The lock appears to have been partially cleaned as some of the markings are rather faded, the rear retaining strong embellishments of foliate borders and a cloud and sunburst motif. The barrel is secured by three wedges in silver escutcheons, the monogram plate atop the tang and one somewhat loose urn motif on the left flat also of silver. The remaining hardware is brass featuring reeded edge ramrod thimbles and tailpipe, fancy finger spur triggerguard, schuetzen buttplate and reeded lock screw escutcheons. The urn motifs are very prominent on this rifle, forming the extensions of all of the major hardware components as well as a decorative plate on the squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The extension of the tailpipe is a later more rudimentary replacement in the style of the others. The stock does not appear to be walnut but perhaps some kind of maple, the grain being difficult to assess beneath a very dark antique varnish, some hints of attractive fiddleback figure peaking through under bright light. The stock generally rates very good showing a repaired break just ahead of the triggerguard, a few other smaller repairs along the forend and scattered dings. The checkering is mostly strong and the edges quite good overall, the stock with a rather sharp angle to the wrist. The horn nosecap shows light insect damage and the wide Germanic sling swivels are intact. The rifle is sighted with a tang-mounted adjustable aperture sight and target globe front with fine bead-on-post. The arm is equipped with fine hair firing trigger and curved rear set trigger which will require some mechanical attention as they do not drop the hammer and a likely replacement brass-tipped hickory ramrod is included. There are a few members of the family Bindschedler is listed in Stockel circa 18401860. An attractive heavy schuetzen rifle from the banks of Lake Zurich. (13D11804-14) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (3500/5000)

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369. MARLIN BALLARD NO. 6 SCHUETZEN OFF-HAND RIFLE serial #26507, 38-55, 32” part round part octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered small areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 75% original blue with overall fading to gray-brown patina under bright light, some oxidation speckling and light handling marks. The action is mostly a smoky gray patina with mild brown undertones and wisps of case-hardened colors lurking about and the lever loop has had a set of smooth walnut inserts added during the period of use. There is a small vacant hole drilled along the bottom right edge of the frame, perhaps once holding a trigger finger rest/post. The checkered walnut forend with horn schnabel tip is a later very nicely made replacement in excellent condition with nice grain figure and crisp checkering, also equipped with a palm rest. The checkered walnut buttstock with left-side cheekpiece and schuetzen buttplate remains in very good plus with a little older added varnish and some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttplate shows a small gap at the toe and the stock shows some nice grain figure throughout. The barrel is numbered “29797” while the stock and buttplate are “27716” and the breechblock is matching the action. The double set triggers seem to function well mechanically and there are a pair of drilled and tapped holes along the barrel for mounting blocks. The rifle is sighted with a mid-range Vernier tang sight that has been refinished in matte grayblue and windgauge target globe front with square post insert. A nice slightly customized rifle in No. 6 configuration. (13C11164-33) {ANTIQUE} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2500/3500)

370. ATTRACTIVE COLT SPECIAL ORDER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #334864, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This fine 1916-made Colt was specially ordered with factory tuned action and checkered trigger and is also equipped with the attractive checkered walnut fleur-de-lis grips.

The barrel, cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard retain about 85% original blue showing some honest high edge and holster wear toning to a mild gray patina under bright light and the cylinder showing a few scattered pinprick pits and mild operational wear. The frame and hammer retain about 90-92% nice vibrant case-hardened colors drifting to a smoky gray along the high edges and showing a little minor pinprick pitting along the left bolster. All markings remain crisp and clear and the checkered walnut grips with deeply recessed silver Colt medallions remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing somewhat worn finish and some scattered light dings. Both grips are pencil-numbered to the gun and fit the grip frame nicely and the backstrap and triggerguard are also matching the frame. The action seems to function well mechanically with a smooth crisp hammer and very good timing and lock-up. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described on December 29, 1916 in a single gun shipment to the Powell & Clement Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. A very fine and honest Single Action Army with rare special order features for the advanced collector. (13D11523-90) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)

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371. MASTERFULLY-RESTORED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER STOREKEEPER’S REVOLVER serial #123323, 44-40, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This wonderful revolver was expertly restored by respected SAA gunsmith Alan B. Harton to essentially as-new condition. The metal surfaces retain 99% excellent quality bright nickel finish showing a few scattered light handling marks and one tiny freckle along the cylinder.

All markings remain crisp and clear as-restored including the very attractive “COLT FRONTIER SIX S H O OTE R” etched panel along the left side of the barrel. The smooth walnut grips rate excellent and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped in its current configuration on May 13, 1899 to the Simmons Hardware Company of St. Louis, Missouri in a 20-gun shipment.

Interestingly, this serial number dates to 1887, so it was apparently sitting around the factory for 12 years before finally being sold to a large retailer, perhaps an indication of this precise configuration not being very popular. Also included is an invoice and signed letter by Mr. Harton describing the revolver and restoration process. A new barrel had to be made as the original apparently had an antique gunsmith’s ad-hoc ejector rod assembly installed, so a barrel was made from a correct blank, the markings were restored, various small parts made new, the action tuned and the nickel restored among other tasks. This is a beautiful revolver in a very rare and desirable configuration professionally restored by one of the best in the business. (13D11523-64) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)

372. RARE COLT SPECIAL LADY DOUBLE ACTION ONLY REVOLVER serial #SV7576, 38 Special, 2” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore.

In 1996 Colt planned a special run of 600 of their “Special Lady” revolvers, but only about 250 were produced making them an exceedingly rare find.

They built them on their Model 38 SF-VI revolver with a number of features

that would be attractive to the female concealed carry sect. This beautiful gun shows minimal use, while the brightly polished stainless steel surfaces remain in superb condition. The smooth polished combat trigger rates excellent and the hammer has been factory “bobbed” and is also polished bright. The checkered rubber factory Pachmayr Compac grips remain in excellent condition. The grips have silver Rampant Colt medallions and each panel has a molded-in banner with the word “COLT” in the center of each side. The left side of the barrel is roll marked “Colt Special Lady” in script, it features fixed sights, and correctly times and locks up. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. A spectacular opportunity for the advanced collector to obtain a rare variant in amazing condition. (8B11739-7) {MODERN} (5000/7000)

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373. LOVELY ENGRAVED COLT DS-II DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #9260SV, 38 Special, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This is a rather rare 1998-made revolver, this model only made for about one full year. The stainless steel surfaces show excellent quality clean and crisp flowing foliate scrollwork with very fine punch-dot background shading, repeating foliate motifs along sides of topstrap and barrel lug, border accents and a small starburst on either side of the frame. The right side of the frame shows a gold sheriff’s star marked “COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL” and the Rampant Colt on the left side has been nicely gold-washed. The bottom of the grip frame is signed “ENGRAVED by Wayne”, though research has not uncovered exactly which “Wayne” this is, but the quality of the work speaks for itself. The metal surfaces rate excellent showing a few scattered light handling marks. The revolver wears a set of smooth ivory bootstyle grips with silver Colt medallions in very fine condition showing a few filler repairs to checks on the left grip above the medallion and along the bases, the grips otherwise with a nice mellow patina and subtle grain. The revolver includes a rather nice custom-made wooden display case with red velvet lining. A lovely revolver for the Colt collector.

(13C11759-37) {MODERN} (5,000/10,000)

374. COLT NEW SERVICE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #331351, 45 Colt, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue, the loss is due primarily to some even fading, muzzle wear and a light cylinder ring. The bright polished sides of the hammer show only some very light graying and staining. The checkered walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions rate excellent and are un-numbered but their fit is excellent, showing a bit of light chipping or handling marks along both their rear sharp edges. Lockup is excellent and the front sight blade has been regulated slightly during the period of use. (11739-148) {C&R} (1800/2200)

375.RARE AND DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #S228098, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The Model 29-1 is one of the rarest “44 Magnums” having been produced for less than a year before further engineering changes brought about the Model 29-2. Like the majority of the Model 29-1’s, this gun is equipped with a three-screw frame and remains in excellent condition showing light use. It is purported that less than 70 may exist with probably 20 in this barrel length. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue, most of the loss to high edge wear at the muzzle and a few light handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The diamond checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and they remain in excellent condition. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, recessed cylinder, and the cylinder is numbered to the gun which is unusual post 1957 although not unheard of. This revolver includes a factory mahogany presentation case, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork.

The interior and exterior of the case rate about excellent with minor storage marks. It also includes a factory letter that indicates this gun shipped as described with the presentation case on September 11, 1962, to Seattle Hardware Company in a two-gun shipment. As an aside, Seattle Hardware was billed $86.06 per gun, how times have changed. A fantastic opportunity to expand your collection with a seldom seen Model 29 variant. (8B11616-11) {C&R}(4000/6000)

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376.

BEAUTIFUL FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 357 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER

serial #S100993, 357 Magnum, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Pre-Model 27 is factory Class A engraved with loose foliate style engraving highlighted with punch dot shading for 100% coverage. The gun is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original factory blue. The service style trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors.

This gun currently wears a beautiful set of smooth handcrafted Eagle Grips Company ivory Magna style stocks featuring silver S&W medallions and they remain in superb condition.

The stocks add an air of period elegance and contrast to the deeply blued surfaces. This gun is sighted with a factory red insert Patridge front sight similar to the style offered by King Gunsight Company and a white outline micro adjustable rear sight. This five-screw revolver includes the original factory gold two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, early style all blue screwdriver with heavily knurled steel handle, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. It also includes the original smooth factory

rosewood target grips that feature silver S&W medallions, no extractor cut, and remain in superb condition. It includes a factory letter stating the gun shipped as a “Special Engraved Edition” with smooth rosewood stocks on December 11, 1953, to Rex Firearms Co. New York City, New York. This is a solid investment and great addition for any serious Smith & Wesson collector. (8C11797-4) {C&R} (5000/7000)

377. LOVELY FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N303094, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver is factory Class A engraved with loose foliate engraving highlighted with fine-line shading for about 75% coverage. The gun is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original factory blue. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer show robust case-hardened colors with light operational marks.

This fun features a beautiful set of smooth unmarked ivory Magna style grips featuring silver S&W

medallions and they remain in excellent condition with a tiny natural check on the backstrap of the right panel.

The ivory contrasts nicely with the rich blue finish that enhances its appearance and value. This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and a white outline micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory mahogany presentation case, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. It also includes the original smooth factory rosewood target grips that feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in superb condition. The presentation case rates about very good plus on the exterior with handling marks while the molded interior rates fair to good with the bottom piece broken in several areas but still serviceable and strong flocking throughout. It includes a copy of a factory letter stating the gun shipped as described with smooth rosewood grips on June 24, 1975, to Adolph Blaich, Inc., Burlingame, California, with Class A engraving. A wonderful investment for the serious Smith & Wesson collector. (8C11797-4) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

378. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N61696, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful late 1960s / early 1970s “44 Magnum” shows minimal use and remains in fantastic condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few insignificant handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain rich swirls of casehardened colors. This gun features checkered goncalo alves factory target grips that feature silver S&W medallions and remain in very good condition showing light handling marks, a pair of small chips off the back edge of the checkering border on the right panel, and flaking on the butt. It is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a mahogany presentation case and cleaning kit. The exterior rates very good plus with scattered light handling marks although the left hinge has failed and needs to be replaced. The molded interior rates poor with the failed flocking and no covering on the foam lined inner cover.

An excellent example of this iconic revolver. (8B11797-1) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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379. SUPERB EARLY SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #S236908, 41 Magnum, 6” pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful “41 Magnum Target” three-screw revolver has some pleasant notoriety. It is mentioned in the Second Edition of the “Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson” by Supica and Nahas on page 177. The authors indicate that the first serial numbered Model 57 was reported as S236941 in December of 1963, they mention a correspondence they received indicating that a Model 57 with serial #S236908 was lower than the serial number of the first reported by the factory, reinforcing the ideas that Smith & Wesson did not always manufacture in chronological order. By the third and subsequent editions, a lower number was discovered. This revolver shows minimal use over the years and remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing minor edge wear at the muzzle. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with light operational wear. This gun features a beautiful set of very desirable diamond checkered goncalo alves “coke bottle” target grips that feature silver S&W medallions and remain in superb condition. It is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a mahogany presentation case and cleaning kit. The exterior rates very good plus with scattered light handling marks while the French cut dark blue velvet lined interior rates excellent. A factory letter is provided and indicates this gun shipped as described on April 14, 1964, to Novak Sporting Goods, Cicero, Illinois. An exceptional find for the advanced collector. (8B11797-3) {C&R} (2000/3000)

380. SMITH & WESSON REGISTERED MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER WITH KING GUN SIGHT COMPANY UPGRADES serial #58735, Registration #4735, 357 Magnum, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver was returned to the factory in October, 1942 and October, 1949 and have appropriate rework marks.

The barrel appears to have been refinished while the rest appears to be mostly mechanical related as evidenced by the replacement extractor star that has a zeroed out numbers which was fitted and renumbered to this gun. It retains about 97%-98% original and restored blue showing light edge wear, scattered handling marks, minor freckling, and a small dings on the barrel and knuckle areas. The service trigger retain strong case-hardened colors fading to gray on the lower half while the hammer was blued after the custom work was performed to it. The grips are a beautiful set of diamond checkered walnut Roper target stocks with open backstrap and right hand palm swell that rate very good plus showing a few light handling marks, a very small chip on the butt of the right panel, and a tiny gap at the toe from minor warping. They have the famed “Gagne jig holes” on the back but lack the usual Roper finger ribbons, although not unprecedented. This fine gun features a King reflector Patridge front sight, factory black blade adjustable rear sight, an over travel stop has been added to the triggerguard, the factory hammer with serrated sides has been remodeled by King with a wider and longer spur featuring fine checkering (not the cockeyed variant), and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A superb period Registered Magnum showing light use. (8B11672-1) {C&R} (5000/7000)

381. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON 357 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER

serial #S76115, 357 Magnum, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful 1950 PreModel 27 revolver is as-new-inbox with the desirable short barrel.

It retains about 99% original blue showing a mild turn ring and a few scant scratches on several of the chambers from storage. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors.

The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. It features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. The blue and gold picture box rates about very good plus with light scattered edge wear. A terrific investment opportunity for the collector to add an early high condition “357 Magnum” to the collection. (8B11724-21) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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382. FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 22/32 HEAVY FRAME TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #409217, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver has been factory embellished with loose scroll engraving showing punch dot highlights encompassing about 80% of the surfaces. The revolver retains about 97%-98% original blue showing light muzzle wear that has toned brown and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and

hammer have robust case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The un-numbered diamond checkered walnut extension factory target grips rate near excellent with a few minor handling marks along the edges of the butt.

This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and the face of the trigger has been fully checkered at the factory. A magnificent example of a Heavy Frame Target and a solid investment for your collection. (8B10826-631) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)

383. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON ZERO-PREFIX FIRST MODEL 44 HAND EJECTOR TARGET REVOLVER

serial #02, 44 Special, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore.

This unusual Triple Lock has custom sights, low serial number, and factory rework mark (diamond). A check with knowledgeable sources have not been able determine the background of this interesting low numbered revolver. Perhaps it was meant as a club gun due to the target sights or was used for experimental purposes. It retains about 92% original blue although the sideplate appears to have been refinished and it shows thinning finish on the straps, edge wear, the barrel is showing light thinning under strong light, scattered very light freckling, and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain full case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions and remain in about excellent condition showing minor wear and handling marks. A previous owner has written his name and information on the rear of each panel and any factory numbers are no longer visible although the fit is quite good. This gun has a custom period Patridge front sight on a ramp that is attached to the original target sight base, the original target rear sight slider (blade) has been removed and taller square notch one added. The cylinder, extractor, and crane have a simple #2 stamped on them and no number was found on the barrel. Markings on the barrel are crisp while the S&W logo on the sideplate is soft. An intriguing First Model Target in fine condition. (8B9100-703) {C&R} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection] (3000/5000)

384. INTERESTING SMITH & WESSON 38 REGULATION POLICE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #0, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. It is not known why this gun only bears serial #0 however, the usual sources were not able to shed any light on this mystery. Furthermore, the usual parts that are numbered on Hand Ejectors are absent although several parts have a pair of “dots” (barrel and cylinder face). This five-screw Iframe retains about 98% original blue the only blemish is very light surface oxidation on the frame by the cylinder lug in addition to minor edge wear and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory stepped service grips feature gold S&W medallions and rate about excellent, the patent date is present and remains crisp, they are numbered to another gun, and show a tiny chip were the halves meet at the toe of the frontstrap. They fit the frame well with tiny amounts of wood or metal proud of each other. This gun has a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and it is marked “REGULATION POLICE” on the barrel. A very unusual gun, perhaps it was to be an experimental or maybe a club gun that was never fully serialized. Should make for interesting discussions in the collector circles.

(8B11369-50) {C&R} [Donald C. Fogg Collection] (600/800)

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385. LOVELY OHIO PERCUSSION BUCK & BALL GUN WITH RUDOLPH & BRAUN PATENT LOCKS MADE

BY HENRY PIERCE FOR HIS SON

.34 cal over 36 bore, 33” round barrels with bright excellent bores, the upper rifle barrel with crisp rifling. This lovely rifle is accompanied by an extensive dossier/archive of information from the Pierce family, including many typewritten letters from the 1930s by Percy E. Pierce in-which he describes this exact rifle as being made for his father Jay A. Pierce by his grandfather, the gunmaker Henry Pierce, and had stayed in their family all that time. The rifle is in very fine condition appearing to have seen very little actual use, the barrels retaining about 75-80% original plum-brown finish showing some even toning to a pleasant smooth gray patina under bright light along with a few light handling marks and light handling marks. The top barrel shows crisp maker markings with Grafton Ohio address and the bolsters show fine smoky casehardened colors. The raised back action lockplates are a similar case-hardened patina showing some nice silvery remnants and crisp Rudolph & Braun patent dates, which covers an improved lockplate design that relocates much of the internal lock parts into a more compact inner plate, thus allowing the stock to be stronger as less inletting needs to be performed. The German silver fittings are a bit spartan but lovely and tasteful featuring single spur triggerguard with curlicue at rear, crescent buttplate with toe plate, pendulum patchbox and decorative starburst inlay on the left side, these last three with light borderline hashmarks. The walnut buttstock is in near excellent condition retaining essentially all of its original varnish with just some scattered light dings and handling marks from the years, the hardware fit also excellent throughout and the wood exhibiting fine tiger stripe grain figure throughout. The rifle is sighted with a long tang sight with flip-up aperture disc that retains some fine fire blue, fine v-notch sporting rear and generous German silver blade front sight and the original German silver-tipped hickory ramrods are present. The right rifle lock is single-acting, requiring the set trigger to be set for it to be cocked while the left shotgun lock does not require the set trigger. The front trigger fires both locks and if both are cocked the trigger will indeed fire them independently, making for a versatile lock arrangement. The dossier also includes a tintype of Henry Pierce, a calling card for his company, negatives of his shop and family farm, a fine small framed daguerreotype of Henry, original letterhead stamp of Henry Pierce and other pertinent documents from Percy Pierce. Finally included is a selection of gun-related tools and equipment from the Pierce estate including: an antique target globe front sight, two antique pliers, patch cutter, lead pourer, three dual cavity and one single cavity bullet moulds of various sizes and configurations, two fluted medium-sized powder flasks (one marked by American Flask & Cap Co.) and a leather shot pouch that shows expected moderate wear. This is an exceptional ensemble with fine provenance for the advanced American antique arms collector. (13F11804-33) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (4000/6000)

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386. FINE CUSTOM MARLIN BALLARD POPE MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE

serial #18373, 33-47, 30" round Hartford Pope barrel No. 370 shows a bright excellent bore. This is a fine period custom Pope Ballard purportedly stocked by Kirkwood Brothers of Boston for Charles Herrick a famous New England shooter and cartridge designer. The rifle features factory adjustable double set triggers, ball and spur lever, Pope palm rest and lovely custom rosewood stocks. The stock shape is distinctive with downswept comb opposite a dramatic perch belly toeline. The forend shows only the slightest flare at the tip with a beautifully executed horn tip. The checkering borders the palm rest base and it is clear that this palm rest has been on the rifle since it was stocked. There is a 1” crack on the right side of the stock where it meets the frame. The barrel shows three Pope crescent scope cuts along with two sets of drilled and tapped holes for blocks, they presently hold filler screws.

There is one hole in the bottom of the barrel about 8" back from muzzle, clearly for a rest. The barrel retains about 50% evenly thinning original blue finish blending with a brown patina and showing some scattered areas of surface oxidation. The frame shows about 70% original color case hardened finish which has faded somewhat but has a lovely antique appearance showing subtle contrast throughout. The stocks are very nicely crafted and fit beautifully. They retain about 80% of their original oil finish and the checkering remains strong. The rifle is sighted with a more modern globe front, there is no rear seat and a Soule Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. The rifle comes with its original false muzzle numbered to the barrel along with a nice loading rod which was made by a previous owner, there is no starter with the rifle. This rifle is featured in the Hartford Pope books which documents it being purchased by Alan Windsor from

Kirkwood Brothers in Boston around 1942. The attribution to Charles Herrick came from Alan Windsor who also mentioned in a letter to Claude Roderick that he was certain that Herrick had shot with this rifle at Walnut Hill.

This rifle shows much use but remains very honest and original to its configuration after leaving Kirkwood. A really nice period custom Pope barreled and Kirkwood stocked Ballard Schuetzen rifle that would benefit from a careful and thorough cleaning. (1D11164-42) {ANTIQUE} [Scott Ashley Collection] (4000/6000)

387. STEVENS-POPE CUSTOM MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE ON NO. 44 1/2 ACTION serial #4636, 32-40, 30 3/4" barrel showing Stevens-Pope No. 1376 and with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle which is built on a plain 44 1/2 action that is model marked on its face "52". Model 52 Stevens rifles had fancy engraved actions, this action looks more like a No. 47 as noted in the Stevens-Pope book, Volume 3. The barrel has been set back, likely from 32" with the rear Pope crescent milled cuts no longer present. There are nine holes beneath the forend, obviously there had to be repositioned holes from the set back but there are others present as well. The rifle is equipped with factory double set triggers with full loop lever. The barrel retains 95% restored blue finish which is quite shiny as it was polished very finely - the false muzzle is no longer present. The action is mostly a smooth silver gray patina showing some faded out original color case hardened finish. The top of the barrel shows a single set of Pope crescent scope cuts along with a pair of conventional target blocks.

The top of the frame shows two small and neatly drilled an tapped holes which now hold filler screws. The checkered schnabel tipped forend is an original Stevens product with open bordered field for Pope style palm rest base. The current base is reproduction of the Pope base with CPA palm rest. The forend rates about excellent. The buttstock is a modern replacement of the 52 style with a case hardened heavy Swiss buttplate present. The fit of the buttplate could be better. The rifle is sighted with a Stevens windage adjustable Vernier tang mounted peepsight and a globe target front. With its excellent bore this rifle probably would be a good performer at the range.

(1B11164-10) {C&R} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2500/3500)

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388. RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL DELUXE SCHUETZEN RIFLE WITH MATTED BARREL serial #97048, 32-40, 32” No. 4 weight heavy octagon barrel with three sides fully matted and a bright excellent bore showing a little faint frosting in the grooves and otherwise strong 8-groove rifling throughout. While Zischang utilized 8-groove rifling, the style of his lands was different than those in this rifle. The barrel of this 1904-made rifle retains nearly 90% original blue showing high edge silvering and thinning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light along with some other light handling marks. The fine wavy line matting remains completely intact and crisp and the address and caliber marking are properly stamped along the left flat. The action retains about 85% original bright blue with scattered light flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina and showing a few small spots of minor pinprick pitting along the top high edges. The spur lever, hammer and breechblock retain about 98% wonderful older restored vibrant case-hardened colors, the breechblock with a few tiny pinprick pits. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining about 94% original varnish and showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong throughout, the left-side schuetzen cheekpiece retains nice edges and stock fit is very nice throughout, the wood exhibiting lovely grain figure. The helm buttplate retains about 96% nice quality older reapplied polished blue. Strangely the inside lower tang is unmarked, the end grain of the buttstock is stamped “3639” and the inside toe of the buttplate is “9893”, but as-noted everything fits together very nicely. The tuning fork-style palm rest with turned walnut knobs remains in excellent condition and the rifle is sighted with a mid-range Vernier tang sight with medium aperture disc, windgauge target globe front with fine bead on post insert and spirit level (missing its fluid) and there is a pair of target blocks mounted at the rear. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. Factory records will confirm all salient details of the rifle aside from the target blocks and any mention of special rifling, and it was received in the warehouse on September 1, 1904. An excellent rifle with desirable features that has seen a bit of quality custom work during the period and would make a very fine addition to any Winchester or single shot rifle collection. (13E11164-39) {C&R} [Scott Ashley Collection] (5000/7000)

389. MARLIN BALLARD POPE MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE

serial #33862, 33-47, 32" No. 5 weight Hartford Pope barrel with an excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle that is published in the Hartford Pope book, actually listed twice. The barrel began life as Hartford Pope No. 293 and was later re-rifled by Pope in Jersey City and re-numbered "245". The original serial number and rifling codes are properly struck out and the later Jersey City number and codes added just ahead of breech. Those latest numbers and codes are: "245 / 18.5 / 15 / 1.15 / 4/16/11", interestingly the false muzzle is numbered "245" in the tiny Jersey City die with the original and larger "293" Hartford number struck out. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers and an original No. 6 Schuetzen stock. The forend fits very nicely and matches in color and is stamped on the inside flat "L.B. THOMPSON 1978". The barrel shows four sets of Pope crescent scope cuts and is marked "H.M. POPE" about halfway down the barrel with "H.M. POPE., HARTFORD, CONN.". The action has been modified with a lateral tapered takedown pin and the full loop lever is for a pistolgrip stock. Additionally, there is a dovetail cut and filled in the top flat of action with another open dovetail near the muzzle of the barrel. The barrel retains 97% nice quality old, blued finish with a couple of drilled holes being neatly filled but visible through the finish with the right light. The action shows some mottled colors blending with a smooth silver-gray patina with a few scattered patches of light oxidation staining. The stock rates near excellent as nicely refinished, the action slightly proud of the wood all the way around. The rifle is listed in the Hartford Pope books twice, as both No. 245 with no image and as No. 293. The author has the serial incorrect in both listings…the gun is #33862 - the rifle number for Pope 245 is listed as "32862" and for Pope 293 the serial number is listed as "33268". The rifle presently has no sights. The rifle comes with its original false muzzle and brass starter. An interesting Pope barreled Ballard rifle by the master in both Hartford and Jersey City. (1C11164-45) {ANTIQUE} [Scott Ashley Collection] (2500/3500)

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390. CONFEDERATE RICHMOND ARMORY TYPE III PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET IDENTIFIED TO ROBERT F. ELLYSON OF THE 62ND VA MOUNTED INFANTRY

.58 cal., 40” barrel with a dark oxidized bore and faint remnants of rifling. This handsome Type III rifle-musket is neatly carved with the soldier’s name in rather folky letters on the left stock flat. Ellyson, based on the included photocopies of his service records, enlisted as a 3rd Sergeant in Company C of the 1st Regiment Virginia Partisan Rangers for the duration of the war on August 26, 1862. He transferred between multiple companies, and his regiment would change names multiple times before becoming the 62nd Regiment of Virginia Mounted Infantry. The metal surfaces of the rifle-musket are toning to a dull gray patina with some light-moderate pitting on the breech and around the bolster, scattered areas of softened light pitting and light tool marks, and evidence of an old light cleaning.

The brass nosecap and buttplate have aged to a warm mustard patina with some light handling marks and spots of light tarnish. The left quarter-flat of the breech shows a softened “V / P / (Eagle Head)” proof, and the lockplate is clearly stamped “1863” behind the hammer and “C.S. / RICHMOND, VA” below the bolster. The walnut stock rates near fine with a coat of added finish showing some wear along the forend, a moderate chip missing on the right side of the upper tang behind the nipple and a smaller chip on the other side of the tang, and some expected light handling marks. There are some small chips in the hammer skirt, the nipple is worn, and the mainspring has weakened, and the rear sight is an old period replacement. The sling swivels, cupped tulip-head ramrod, and front sight are intact, an old brown leather sling is included, and the action remains crisp. The 62nd Virginia Mounted Infantry was in many engagements throughout the war such as the battles of Gettysburg and Cold Harbor. The included binder of documents also contains photocopies of Ellyson’s prisoner of war records and his parole of honor denoting that he both surrendered and was given his parole on May 4, 1865 in Clarksburg West Virginia; the later document also contains a detailed description of his physical appearance. This is an attractive Confederate rifle-musket complete with historical documents offering both great research and collecting opportunities. (23E10575-38) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)

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391. RARE & VERY FINE BRITISH “HAY PATTERN ENFIELD” PERCUSSION RIFLE BY ISAAC HOLLIS & SONS .577 cal., 36” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rare “Hay Pattern” or “Medium Enfield” rifle was designed by Colonel Charles Crawford Hay, the first commandant of the School of Musketry located in Hythe, Kent. Hay’s experiments with the Pattern 1853 rifle-musket proved that a faster rifling twist rate, and a shorter 36” barrel was ideal for the current service load. Testing also revealed that moving the rear sight forward on the barrel created a better sight picture. The “Hay Pattern Enfield” he designed incorporated these findings in addition to a rear sight graduated to 1150 yards, fittings made of “gun metal” (bronze), and a rear sling swivel moved from the front of the triggerguard to the rear of the elongated tang. Though the Board of Ordnance never adopted Hay’s pattern for general use, the accuracy of his design was popular with target shooters and volunteers who acquired these rifles from commercial makers. The barrel of this rare rifle retains about 70% original blue thinning and toning to plum-brown patina under bright light with a few small dings between the middle and upper bands, some light pitting and wear near the muzzle, and some expected light handling marks.

The fittings, which are iron rather than bronze, are toning to a dark gray patina with some scattered areas of light pitting and old light oxidation. Iron fittings are found on other Hay pattern Enfields, as evidenced by the included and extremely helpful description of another example by Tim Prince of College Hill Arsenal. The protected areas of the lockplate are toning to a pewter case-hardened patina and it is crisply marked “J. ASTON / HYTHE.” The left side of the breech also shows clear Birmingham proofs and “25” caliber markings, and the top of the barrel bears “ISAAC HOLLIS & SONS

MAKERS to HER MAJESTY’s WAR DEPARTMENT.” The checkered walnut stock rates very fine with some scattered expected dings and light handling marks. The checkering remains sharp and there is an unengraved monogram plate on the toe line. The nipple protector and chain have been lost to the years, the original sights, ramrod, and Palmer patent clamping bands and locking screws are intact, and the action is strong and crisp. This is a wonderful opportunity for the Enfield or British martial collector to add a very fine example of these rare rifles to their collection. (23D11415-4) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

392. SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1858 CADET PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY .58 cal., 38” barrel with a bright fine bore showing some light oxidation at the muzzle and strong rifling throughout.

Only about 2500 Model 1858 Cadet Rifle-Muskets were produced at Springfield Armory, making surviving examples scarce, while nice condition examples such as this one are rare. The metal surfaces of this Model 1858 Type I are toning to a lightly mottled gray patina with overall speckles of softened pinprick pitting and old light oxidation, a few tiny impact marks along the barrel, and some fine cleaning striations. The brass forend cap is toning to a warm goldenrod patina. The barrel and lockplate markings are correct and clear with both dated 1858.

The Maynard primer mechanism is intact and functional. The walnut stock rates near fine with a scratch on the right side of the heel, a thin chip missing ahead of the lockplate, and other scattered minor dents, dings, and handling marks. The left stock flat bears strong “ESA” and “JS” cartouches and a softened “S” inspection mark is behind the lower tang. The original sights including the correct Model 1855 rifle-musket sight are intact, a correct cupped tulip-head ramrod with threaded end are included, and the action is strong and crisp. A fine condition example of these scarce and collectable cadet rifle-muskets. (23B11346-23) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

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393. IMPRESSIVE GERMAN 8X8 EUROPEAN FULL CAP RED STAG EULENBURG MOUNT This and many other impressive mounts were liquidated some time ago by members of the Hohenzollern royal family, the pieces originating from the Eulenburg family estate of Liebenberg Castle in Brandenburg, one of Kaiser Wilhelm’s favorite hunting preserves. The mount is quite attractive and of course in European style remaining in near excellent condition showing a pleasant rich patina along the skull and polished tips of the rack, the rugged bark a dark brown tone. A fine blackened bronze Imperial German coat of arms is nailed to the skull and shows some mild tarnishing and verdigris forming. The span is about 27 1/2” with a height of about 29”. The mount is affixed via a steel bracket on the back with a pair of screws and is currently somewhat loose and the back also shows a paper tag numbered “13” and what appears to be a label of the craftsman who did the work, this showing some light flaking. The carved base appears to be dark stained maple or oak and is in lovely form featuring bold carved oak leaves, branches and acorns with riband along bottom with contrasting inlaid wood in fancy script “Eulenburg / 1892”. The base rates very fine showing one small chip along the edge of the right branch, some scuffs and light handling marks. The base measures about 30 1/2” high by 18” wide.

A very fine, attractive and historic mount from the German Royal Family holdings. [Extra Shipping Will Apply, Pick-up Recommended] (13C11108-131) [Tom Devers Collection] (4000/6000)

394. FINE GERMAN 6X6 EUROPEAN FULL CAP RED STAG MOUNT WITH IMPERIAL RUSSIAN CREST This mount was no doubt another piece liquidated from the extensive holdings of the Hohenzollern royal family. The mount is of course executed in European style and rates about excellent exhibiting a pleasant patina overall, the tips nicely polished and the bark a dark brown tone. An attractive silver Russian Imperial crest is set onto the brow of the skull. Naturally Kaiser Wilhelm would entertain all sorts of dignitaries on lavish hunts in the late 1800s / early 1900s, including his cousin Tsar Nicholas. The span of the rack is about 25” with a height of about 27”. It remains securely affixed to its hardwood base, which may be a later-made excellent quality base in the Germanic style of what we would expect for the original featuring carved pine branch and cone motifs, the edges with gold paint accenting. The base rates near excellent showing a few light dings and scuffs, a wall-mounting bracket on the back shows an American manufacturers mark and the base measures about 27 1/2” high by 14 1/2” wide. This is a very fine “Russo-German” mount with interesting historical implications. [Extra Shipping Will Apply, Pick-up Recommended] (13C11108-131A) [Tom Devers Collection] (3000/5000)

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395. WONDERFUL GERMAN FALLOW BUCK EULENBURG MOUNT ATTRIBUTED TO EMIL GRAF VON SCHLITZ

This lovely mount features impressive palmate antlers with 13 points left and, arguably, 8 points right, the right antler with additional points somewhat worn down along the edges no doubt during the deer’s life. Full spread is about 32 1/2” with maximum palm width of about 5 1/2” left and 5” right, brow tines of about 8” left and 9” right and height of about 26 1/2”. The antlers are in fine condition with lightly polished brow tine tips and an overall rich dark brown patina, a few point edges and tips with some flakes missing from the years of handling and storage. The antlers are mounted to a nicely carved wooden deer’s head that shows lovely detail and craftsmanship throughout, painted in a nice deep bronze color. The bolt-mounted antlers exhibit a little bit of play but are otherwise secure. The dark stained hardwood base is very finely made as well with a lovely carved border showing a number of thin drying cracks along the circumferential applique, a small 1” section missing along one side. There is a very fine silver Prussian eagle mounted on the bottom which also bears a silver representation of the Order of the Black Eagle and there are additional gold painted markings in nice Germanic script “Eulenburg 1892” and “Emil Graf v. Schlitz General der gen. v. Goertz Kavallerie”. Emil von Schlitz was a German sculptor, Hessian nobleman and confidant of Kaiser Wilhelm, who were friends since childhood, and in later life Schlitz was a member of the Kaiser’s inner circle. The Eulenburg estate was one of Kaiser Wilhelm’s favorite hunting preserves and no doubt Emil von Schlitz accompanied him on many of his extravagant hunts. This is a beautiful mount from the Hohenzollern family Eulenburg collection, attributed to an important German nobleman. [Extra Shipping Will Apply, Pick-up Recommended] (13C11108-131B) [Tom Devers Collection] (4000/6000)

396. ATTRACTIVE GERMAN WOODEN SCHUETZEN TARGET WITH HUMOROUS HUNTING SCENE This is a very fine vintage smallbore short range or perhaps even zimmerstutzen schuetzen target measuring 23”, the printed target proper measuring about 15” and mounted on the larger wooden base. The print features an amusing forest hunting scene with a pair of running roe deer, three game birds and, most prominently, two hunters arguing over a fox. The one particularly boisterous gentleman is bespectacled with his pupils visible in his glasses resulting in a particularly comical effect. Meanwhile the extreme left edge of the target shows just the tip of another fox’s tail, suggesting that in the time they are wasting arguing about the one fox, another is in the area scampering off! There is a fired group centered around the running deer which are very small bore, about 4mm, probably indicating zimmerstutzen use, with 15 shots in a 3” group. The print retains crisp imagery with fine colors and the wooden base has a heavy white enamel painted ring around the print and green outer ring. The edge is neatly painted with the information “Gegeben v. Josef Weirather / 29.12. Gewonnen v. Max Rothermel 36” (Given by Josef Weirather / Won by Max Rothermel December 29, 1936). The target remains in very fine condition showing some scattered minor scuffs and light dings. The back surface shows some additional German writing in pencil which is rather faded but appears to be a repeat of the painted information along the front. An endearing target for the dedicated German arms collector. (13A11108-132) [Tom Devers Collection] (600/800)

397. FINE GERMAN WOODEN SCHUETZEN TARGET WITH RED STAG SCENE This is a very attractive painted target measuring 29” featuring a fine mountainous scene with majestic bellowing red stag and retaining quite crisp imagery and colors showing some light flaking, scuffs and dings to be expected. The painting is signed by J. Rau of Munich and the target consists of a single shot from 37 different shooters, no doubt this was a fairly long range target and the impacts all appear to be from the ubiquitous 8.15x46R cartridge. There are a few splits and cracks in the target but it remains very sound overall. Each impact is numbered to its corresponding shooter whose names are painted along the edges of the target while the top edge shows “Hochzeitschiessen” (celebratory wedding shoot) and the bottom edge shows “Gegeben v. Primus Konrad / 27.Octob.1901”. The back side also has the impacts numbered in pencil (probably done on a preliminary basis by the scorer) and Konrad’s name in pencil along the top and Konrad was also the first shooter and, logically, probably the one getting married. This is a wonderful target for the advanced schuetzen collector. (13A11108132-1) [Tom Devers Collection] (700/900)

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398. ATTRACTIVE AND VERY RARE LARGE GERMAN 15TH FEDERAL SHOOTING FESTIVAL FRAMED POSTER This fine poster has been nicely framed and measures about 34 1/4” x 45 1/2”, with the mounted poster itself, the frame and glass rating excellent. The color lithograph poster shows just a few sparsely scattered small areas of minor foxing and crinkling that is really only noticeable upon close inspection. It is advertising the 15th Deutsches Bundesschiessen held in Munich from July 15-22, 1906 and depicts two traditional German fellows, the man in front with a drum. The image and colors are excellent with artist’s signature “JOS. SAILER.” (Josef Andreas Sailer, 1872-1952). The lithograph was printed by Dr. C. Wolf & Sohn of Munich. This is an excellent piece for the German arms or schuetzen collector. [Extra Shipping Will Apply, Pick-up Recommended] (13A11108-128) [Tom Devers Collection] (500/700)

399. FINE LARGE AND RARE GERMAN 18TH FEDERAL SHOOTING FESTIVAL FRAMED POSTER This attractive poster has been very nicely frame and measures about 31” x 40 1/4”. The framed and glass rate excellent while the mounted color lithograph poster is very fine to near excellent showing a few small spots of mild discoloration or foxing and subtle creases from old folds. The poster shows bold imagery and colors promoting the 18th Deutsches Bundesschiessen held in Munich from July 9-24, 1927, which was the first federal shooting festival held after the First World War. The poster depicts an attractive stylized traditional German schuetze with tall green hat and federal eagle escutcheon. The work shows artist’s signature “E.M. Cordier” (Eugen Maria Cordier, 1903-1974) and the lithograph was printed by Dr. C. Wolf & Sohn of Munich. A very nice poster to accompany any advanced schuetzen rifle display. [Extra Shipping Will Apply, Pick-up Recommended] (13A11108-128-1) [Tom Devers Collection] (500/700)

400. EXCEPTIONAL J.W. WINCHESTER AND COMPANY DISPLAY CASE This lovely curved glass counter top display case measures 60”x21 1/2”x10” overall with two lockable folding access doors. The oak case has sectioned glass panels with wooden arch supports providing a relatively unobstructed viewing area. The case is lined with a two section woven fabric covered bottom that has horizontal patterns of yellow, brown and gray stripes all varying in size and the display area measures 55”x16 3/4”. The case is adorned with antique bronze hardware with each access door keyed alike and two skeleton style keys are provided. J.W. Winchester and Co. started manufacturing custom handmade cases in Valley Forge, PA 28 years ago before moving the shop to Ojai, CA where they stayed until a water shortage forced yet another move about eight years ago and they are currently making antique display cases in Fredericksburg, Texas. These exceptional cases are wonderfully crafted by a husband and wife team and after a brief conversation with the owner Jeffrey Slobodian, he informed this writer that these lovely curved glass cases of all sizes are going to be discontinued from his catalog. So this is your opportunity to pursue a hand crafted case by a true craftsman that will be a focal point for your collecting interests. (10C11523-158) {Please note: Shipping is not recommended, however if needed freight charges will apply} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/2500)

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401.

ROBAR COMPANIES RC50F BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #RC-1097, 50 BMG, 24” heavy barrel with a factory 4-port muzzle brake and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original black hard-coat “Roguard” finish with a few minor handling marks, and the oversized fluted bolt with dual locking lugs retains its satin finish. The synthetic pistolgrip stock is in excellent condition and features texture on the forend and pistolgrip, a neatly disguised folding latch in the pistolgrip controlled via a hand screw, and is fit with a thick Decelerator recoil pad; the comb is relieved to prevent contact with the bolt when retracted. The minimal factory markings remain crisp, and the bolt is numbered to the rifle. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but is equipped with a Weaver-style rail for optics mounting, and a Versa-pod swiveling bipod is attached to the end of the forend. Includes a 5round detachable magazine and a SKB hardcase. A finely crafted large bore rifle known for their accuracy, weighing in at a manageable 24 lbs.

(14B11739-75) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (4000/6000)

402. BARRETT FIREARMS MODEL 99 BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #1564, 50 BMG, 32” heavy barrel with muzzle brake and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original parkerized finish with a few light handling marks throughout. Rifle is equipped with a black composite AR-15 style pistolgrip that rates excellent. There are no sights but rifle features a picatinny top rail for sight or optics mounting. Included are the factory folding bipod and Starlight hard case. An excellent example of these popular long-range, single-shot target rifles. (4A11631-9) {MODERN}(2500/3500)

403. SCARCE NORINCO NDM-86 “DRAGUNOV” SNIPER RIFLE

serial #701016, 7.62x54R, 24 1/2" barrel (27 1/2" overall including compensator) with a bright excellent bore. This desirable rifle retains 98% black enamel finish, showing only scattered light handling and high edge wear; the bolt retains 98% of its matte gray finish and shows a few spots of light oxidation staining. The skeletonized laminate pistolgrip buttstock with Bakelite pistolgrip cap and two-piece vented forend remain excellent, showing scattered light dings and handling marks throughout with a few scant flecks of missing finish here or there. The buttstock is numbered “300588” and is equipped with a removable leather cheek rest which rates excellent. The numbered components are matching to the gun, and there is a clear importer marking visible on the left-side of the receiver – the right side “NORINCO / CHINA” markings remain crisp and excellent. It is equipped with a 1,200-meter tangent rear and drift-adjustable globe front sight which is mounted via dovetail into the integrated muzzle device assembly. Included is an original 10-round “waffle” magazine which rates excellent, period sling, and the original cardboard box which includes the original packing list. Also included is a 1979-manufactured Chinese Type JJJ 4x24 powered optic, remaining excellent with crisp clear glass, which comes with a lovely slate of original accessories including the matching metal carry case, replacement switches and emitter diodes, original scope cap, two rubber eye cups, original cleaning cloth, and manual and paperwork which are printed in their native Chinese. These Norinco-made rifles were marketed as sporting-use facsimiles of the famed Soviet SVD, and have garnered an excellent reputation in their own right. The long-standing importation ban on Chinese firearms has spurred significant and ongoing collector interest, and this complete and high-condition package represents an exciting opportunity to secure a scarce and desirable rifle which is sure to appreciate. (26C11768-3) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (5000/7000)

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404. LES BAER CUSTOM ULTIMATE AR .223 SUPER VARMINT SEMI-AUTO PRECISION RIFLE WITH NIGHTFORCE NXS SCOPE

serial #LBR000458, 223 Rem, 24” Bench Rest 416R stainless steel barrel with precision cut rifling with a 1:12” twist and a bright excellent bore. This is LBC’s flagship model rifle assembled using their finest components and is guaranteed to shoot 1/2 MOA groups with an included test target to prove it! The stainless steel barrel rates excellent with a few very light handling marks and some tiny speckles of light oxidation on the underside. The precision-machined upper and lower receivers and railed low profile gas block and small parts retain about 98% Baer Coat finish with a touch of light wear on and around the takedown pin as the upper and lower are purposely mated together very tight and exhibit zero play. The Ultimate National Match carrier, Ultimate bolt and Ultimate extractor retain 99% original hard-chrome plate and the adjustable free float handguard with accessory slot retains about 98% original black anodized finish with a few scattered light handling marks. The LBC black polymer grip and composite buttstock rate excellent with a few light handling marks and an added right hand thumb rest and palm swell adapter is attached to the grip. The rifle features a “QMI Gold” titanium firing pin, adjustable Jewell two-stage trigger, Versa-Pod bipod, Accu-Shot monopod attached to the rear sling swivel stud, oversized charging handle and American flag stickers on both sides of the magazine well. Included is the original box, a Colt 20-round aluminum magazine and a factory test target serialized to the gun showing two 100 yard five-shot groups to demonstrate their accuracy guarantee with a .43 MOA group with Federal 50 grain HP and an amazing .20” MOA group with Federal 52 grain HP. Mounted to the flat top upper receiver is a Nightforce NXS 5 1/2-22x56 scope with NP2-DD Varmint reticle and pristine optics. This second-focal plane scope retains 99% original black anodized finish with a few light handling marks and features parallax adjustment, 1/4 MOA turrets and includes a Promaster screw-on sunshade. The action appears to function well mechanically on this very high-quality precision rifle purpose-built for long range varmint hunting. (23C11739-92) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

405. EXCELLENT HECKLER & KOCH HK 94 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE

serial #12072, 9mm, 16 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces of this 1986 date-coded carbine retain about 99% original black enamel finish with just a few light flakes and subtle handling marks along the barrel. The black polymer furniture remains in excellent condition showing a couple tiny handling marks featuring wide forend, pistolgrip with left-side thumb rest and A3 retractable stock. The original factory sights are intact and the carbine includes an original brown leather sling with quick-detach hook, three original 30-round magazines (two 1982, one 1986), original factory magazine coupler, loader and ventilated aluminum barrel shroud with polymer vertical foregrip. An excellent and desirable HK 94 with full complement of accessories. (13B11648-5) {MODERN} (3500/5000)

406. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 “BRITISH LEND-LEASE” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND serial #1578740, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Colt barrel with a bright excellent bore. This fine mid-war pistol has British proof and release from store marks dated 1952.

The metal surfaces retain about 98% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear, it has toned to brown just under the knuckle, a few handling marks, and assembly marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips have reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and they remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, it is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight, and square notch drift adjustable rear. The Colonel Atwood’s inspection stamp, British proofs and marks, and the other markings remain crisp. It includes a Scovill Manufacturing Company marked sevenround magazine with a welded floorplate. This fine Model 1911A1 does not appear to have spent much time in the field with the British forces. A nice addition for any collection. (8A11728-906) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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407. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND serial #1570791, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a moderately oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout.

This lovely mid-war pistol shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 92% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear, areas of the frame and slide have toned to brown, along with oxidation stains, and handling marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips have reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and they remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, it is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight, and square notch drift adjustable rear. The Colonel Atwood’s inspection stamp and the other markings remain crisp. It includes an American Pin Company marked seven-round magazine with a welded floorplate. An excellent Remington Rand. (8A11728-938) {C&R} (1500/2000)

408. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #519995, 45 ACP, 5” Flannery barrel with an oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This late World War I gun remains in excellent condition as refurbished by the arsenal. The metal surfaces retain about 99% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing minor high edge wear and a few handling marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre replacement grips have reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and they remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture although the hammer is a straight sided WWII era replacement and the slide is a Remington Rand with serrated ramp front sight and square notch drift adjustable rear. The “eagle / S/7” inspection stamp is soft and difficult to read, the other markings remain strong and the “AA” arsenal rework marking is crisp. It includes a well worn Colt seven-round magazine with a pinned plain floorplate. A beautiful arsenal rework for the collector. (8A11728-935) {C&R} (1200/1800)

409. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

BY COLT serial #483308, 45 ACP, 5” later Colt marked barrel showing light frosting in the first half of the bore and strong rifling throughout. This late war gun remains in fine condition. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal grade restored blue showing high edge wear, the straps have toned to brown, and a few handling marks. The finish is strong under ambient light but tones to a soft brown hue under strong direct light. The double diamond factory walnut grips rate about very good showing light wear and handling marks. The left panel is a Remington Rand replacement while the right is an original Colt. Most of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture although the recoil spring plug is an earlier variety with square detent. The “eagle / S/6” inspection stamp and other markings remain crisp overall. It includes a Scovill Manufacturing seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. A nice gun for the upstart collector that can stand the occasional range trip. (8A11728-919) {C&R} (1200/1800)

410. U.S. M1D GARAND SNIPER RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #1666025, 30-06, 24” 11-52 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a few specks of oxidation in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% arsenal-reapplied Parkerized finish with light operational and high edge wear, and a few light handling marks. The walnut stock is in excellent condition with a few light handling marks, and remains entirely unmarked. The stock sports a leather cheekpiece, a likely modern reproduction, showing some light verdigris forming on the edges of a few gromets. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the barrel very lightly scratch-marked “REESE COLONA ILL” beneath the correct drawing number, and the small parts show Springfield Armory drawing number. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and is sighted with an M84 scope, serial #36395, in excellent condition with a few light handling marks, and clear glass; the mount shows a minor handling mark or two, and may be a quality reproduction. Included is a Hart MFG M2 flash hider, displaying the all too common loose fit to the rifle. A solid example of the M1D sniper’s rifle for the martial collector. (14B11810-13) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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411. W.C. SCOTT & SON CRYSTAL INDICATOR SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #26923, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” damascus barrels choked a light full and a tight full with mostly bright very good bores showing a bit of scattered pinprick pitting and small raised dings. The barrels of this circa 1880-made shotgun retain perhaps 60% original contrasting plum-brown and gray finishes retaining nice swirling damascus patterns with the balance toning to a mix of pewter gunmetal and gray-brown patina and showing scattered areas of old light oxidation and pinprick pitting. The barrel rib address remains intact and strong and the undersides retain their original Birmingham proof marks along with “NOT FOR BALL” stamps. The action and lockplates retain perhaps 70% nice original case-hardened colors that show nice vibrant areas drifting to a pleasant silvery and smoky case-hardened patina along with some small areas of old mild oxidation staining. The top lever and bow of the triggerguard retain some good original bright blue. The action and lockplates show wonderful marshland waterfowl scenes executed in lovely lifelike detail throughout and bewildering variety including ducks, swans, cranes, snipe, kingfishers and more. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing honest light wear overall with some scattered light dings and finish wear. The checkering otherwise remains strong throughout and stock fit is excellent, the wood exhibiting some attractive subtle grain figure. There is an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line, the horn pistolgrip cap is in very fine condition and the arm features a nice skeleton buttplate with checkered face that provides a 14 1/4” length-of-pull with drops of 2” and 3 1/4” and slight cast-off. The gun is sighted with a single brass bead and features automatic safety, double triggers and extractor. Lock-up is by dual under-bites with dolls head extension and is solid, the left barrels with the faintest sliver of light between breech and standing breech. The action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 10 oz. A very good crystal indicator gun with some lovely engraving. (13C11558-2) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

412. RARE MASS. ARMS CO. MAYNARD PRIMED PERCUSSION DOUBLE HAMMERGUN

12 bore, 24 1/4” fine stub twist barrels, neatly shortened long ago, with partially bright good bores showing scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation. The barrels have mostly toned to an attractive deep plum patina with remnants of original brown finish throughout and showing some scattered old oxidation and pinprick pitting, the breeches with a bit more erosion from cap splash. There are dual gold lines inlaid at the rear of the rib and platinum blowout plugs. The locks with their distinctive Maynard tape priming system are also mostly a plum-brown patina with a few subtle wisps of smoky case-hardening in the protected areas showing lovely detailed scrollwork throughout. The triggerguard features a nice pineapple finial and the barrel is secured with a pair of wedges through nice silver escutcheons.

The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus condition showing some small flakes along the edges, light dings and handling marks. Stock fit to the hardware is quite nice overall, there is generous original varnish taking on a fine craquelure and the wood exhibits some fine grain figure throughout the butt. A replacement brass-tipped ebony ramrod is present and the locks seem to function well mechanically with in-time hammers. A very respectable example of these seldom seen shotguns, about which very little information has surfaced through the years. (13B11608-918) {ANTIQUE} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1800/2200)

413. MASS. ARMS CO. MAYNARD NO. 2 GALLERY & SMALL GAME RIFLE

serial #14225, 22 LR, 24” round barrel with octagonal breech section and a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some mild oxidation and pinprick pits in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a nice honest example of a desirable rimfire model Maynard and an early example of a 22 LR rifle, showing proper “16” barrel twist stamp on the underside, indicating the LR cartridge. The rifle is also equipped with a factory tang sight and May 17, 1887 patent aperture disc with six selectable peeps. Coincidentally, 1887 was the year the 22 LR cartridge was introduced. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a pleasant medium pewter gunmetal patina showing some mild gray-brown undertones and remnants of light oxidation staining along the barrel. The action retains some generous hints of smoky case-hardening with a few wisps of colors here and there while the hammer retains fine fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side of the action with “1873” stamp and the right side not bearing the “1882” stamp. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend with slight schnabel remain in very fine condition showing some darkening from the years and scattered light dings and handling marks, otherwise maintaining a nice honest appearance overall. There is an old piece of maple that has been used to fill in an apparent sling swivel inlet along the toe line. The rifle is equipped with standard carbine-style buttplate and sighted with the aforementioned tang sight and a Beach combination front that retains strong gold wash; there is no rear dovetail. The barrel is matching the frame and locks up well and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice honest example of these desirable rifles and an early piece of 22 LR history. (13B11743-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

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414. WINCHESTER MODEL 1887 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN

serial #47132, 10 ga, 32” barrel with a mostly bright about good bore showing some areas of light pitting its full-length, a few perhaps more moderate. This 1892-made shotgun apparently went back to the factory and is now equipped with a Model 1901 barrel, the top of barrel and frame showing circled “WP” factory proof marks. The barrel is simply marked “10” nearer the breech and retains about 96% original factory rust blue showing a few scattered oxidation speckles and one small area of scuff marks along the top. The front brass bead has been built up with some solder long ago to provide a larger profile and the magazine tube and hanger retain about 97% refurbished polished blue. The action was also refurbished, probably by Winchester when the barrel was installed, retaining about 96% nice quality polished blue showing a few remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pits and some other light handling marks, the blue on the frame taking on a deep plum tone under bright light. The Winchester monogram along the left side remains completely intact and strong and the lower tang shows some old dings but otherwise retains strong markings. The smooth pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend panels remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings, small repair at the heel and some flaking finish and a minor drying crack at the toe. The fit at the lower tang is a little off as the contour of the tang does not match the stock inlet but disassembly reveals matching assembly number “862” stamped on the lower tang, end grain of stock and inside toe of the checkered steel buttplate. The action is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. An interesting example of these popular lever action shotguns. (13B11609-1) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

415. GERMAN SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DRILLING

BY E.A. MERKEL

serial #11849, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 8x57JR, 26 3/8” Krupp-stahl barrels with bright very fine bores showing a little mild oxidation scattered about, the shotgun barrels choked full and the rifle barrel with crisp rifling. The barrels retain about 98% of an excellent quality rust blue showing a few light handling marks and maker’s name inlaid in silver along the rib, the underside showing period Prussian proof marks but no apparent proof date. The action is a pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina showing a bit of mild oxidation staining here and there and is embellished in full coverage with attractive German oak leaf motifs, stippled background shading, a doe and fawn on the right and fox on the left. The horn triggerguard remains in very fine condition showing some light dings along the left edge. The arm is equipped with German claw mount system which holds a Zeiss Zielvier 4X riflescope serial #22475 retaining about 90% rust blue and showing some light oxidation along the bells. Scope features single vertical post with crosshair reticle and good optics that show perhaps moderate yellowing but are otherwise serviceable. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and the checkering with moderate wear overall otherwise maintaining a nice honest appearance and excellent fit. The wood exhibits some lovely grain figure, the left-side cheekpiece shows nice edges and the four-cartridge trap along the toe line shows more oak leaf embellishments along the cover and a bugling stag. Length-of-pull to the thick checkered horn buttplate is 14 1/4” and the arm is equipped with sling swivels, upper tang rifle barrel selector, cocking indicator pin for rifle, dial cocking indicators for shotgun, Greener safety and rifle set trigger. The rifle rear sight automatically flips up when selected and lock-up is by dual underbites with Greener crossbolt and side-clips and exhibits a little bit of

play with top lever resting a touch leftof-center. The action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive drilling from Ernst August, another member of the prolific Merkel gunmaking family. (13D11108-115) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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416. BRITISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY T. STENSBY & CO. serial #0554, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” barrels with bright excellent bores, the right barrel showing one small raised ding a few inches back from the muzzle.

The barrels have been modified for Briley lead only thin wall screw-in chokes and retain about 96% of a good quality restored rust blue. The undersides bear their original Birmingham nitro-proofs and later London re-proofs for 2 1/2” shells, the chambers no doubt lengthened to 2 3/4” when the chokes were installed.

The action and lockplates have mostly toned to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina, the left fence with a little subtle oxidation staining, and with some subtle wisps of case-hardened colors in some of the very protected areas. The triggerguard and top lever show restored polished blue while the triggers retain pale fire blue. The action and lockplates are embellished in near full coverage with lovely English rose and scroll that remains quite crisp throughout. Both lockplates are maker-marked and “SAFE” is inlaid in silver along the upper tang. The checkered walnut stock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition as carefully cleaned and nicely refinished showing a few light dings and handling marks. Stock fit remains quite nice with well-defined drop points and the wood exhibiting lovely figure throughout. The monogram plate along the toe line is engraved in script with the initials “MFC” and a 1” leather-covered pad is installed providing a generous 14 3/4” length-of-pull.

Drops are 1 1/2” and 2” and the stock shows a bit of cast-off. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety, dial cocking indicators and locks up solid on-face via dual under-bites and hidden third fastener, the top lever still right-of-center. The action seems to function well mechanically with strong in-time ejectors, minimum wall thicknesses measured are about 0.028” right and 0.023” left, most areas well above this. Weight is 6 lbs. 10 oz. and the gun includes five chokes: two improved modified, one full, one modified and one improved cylinder along with Briley choke tool. Also included is an original British leather-covered case with brass reinforced corners and dual straps. The case rates very good plus showing scuffs and edge wear along the exterior, the strap keepers and handle being quality later replacement, and the lid embossed with initials “FJHS”. There is an old W. Evans label on one side and the interior is lined in red baize showing some restored areas and a facsimile Stensby label. The case contains a nickel-plated oil bottle, two-piece wooden cleaning rod and cleaning attachments. This is a very good quality British sidelock from the early 1900s, no doubt very usable as well for someone who appreciates a vintage double. (1311604-5) {C&R} (2500/4000)

417. SCOTTISH SNAP ACTION ROUND BODY SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY MORTIMER & SON

serial #6849, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” damascus barrels choked cylinder and improved cylinder with a bright near excellent left bore and a mostly bright very good plus right bore that shows a few areas of moderate oxidation about mid-bore. The chambers of this double appear to have been lengthened from their original 2 1/2” and the undersides of the barrels show two sets of nitro reproofs (both Birmingham and London for 2 1/2” shells) along with the original London proofs still visible. The barrels retain about 80-85% of a no doubt older restored plum-brown finish showing some nice swirling damascus patterns throughout. The action has mostly toned to a deep gray patina and showing an old coating of protective lacquer, the triggerguard and lever a deeper blue-gray. The action is embellished in full coverage with nice English filigree scrollwork and maker’s name in riband on the lockplates, the embellishments softened slightly in a few areas but mostly strong. The barrel rib shows faded but mostly legible 86 George St. Edinburgh address and the water table shows Woodward patent 651 stamp. The compact nature of the lockplates also allowed for a round body style of action to be utilized. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with Anson release show nice figure and remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing nicely refreshed flat point checkering, some scattered light dings and the edges of the flats and drop points softened somewhat. Length-of-pull to the checkered butt is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/2”, the stock also with moderate cast-off. The shotgun is equipped with non-automatic switch-style safety on the upper tang, cocking indicator pins, double triggers, extractor and silver bead front sight. The barrels lock-up solid and mostly on-face showing just a few faint slivers of light in a few areas of breech and standing breech. The action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 8 1/2 oz. The gun includes a nice quality more modern canvas-covered case with leather appointments and maroon felt lining that remains in very fine condition. The interior bears a facsimile Mortimer label and contains a full complement of attractive accessories. A nice antique double in an interesting configuration. (13C11604-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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418. INTERESTING WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE BELONGING TO ACTRESS VICTORIA MIX, WIFE OF COWBOY ACTOR TOM MIX serial #1271838, 30 WCF, 20” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting little carbine and was actually the personal property of Mrs. Victoria Mix, wife of cowboy Tom Mix from 1918-1931. An actress in her own right, Victoria Mix, maiden name Forde, was a star in vaudeville and in silent movies, signing with Selig Studios.

She became a star in westerns, frequently performing opposite Tom Mix, the two thrilling audiences in several films beginning in 1914. Both Mix and Forde were said to be skilled riders who performed their own stunts. In 1917 Forde and Mix signed with the Fox Film Corporation continuing to perform together. Victoria became his fourth wife in 1918 and the couple were well-loved by movie-goers across the country, making more than thirty short Westerns together. When their daughter Thomasina was born, Victoria would retire from the acting world to stay home and take care of their baby girl, after having appeared in some 176 short films. The barrel and magazine tube retain about 98% plus original blue, the only true loss being some very sparsely scattered extremely light handling marks here or there while the bands also retain generous original blue flaking lightly to plum-brown patina.

The action appears to have been refinished in a factory-quality polished blue retaining about 97% showing a few thin scratches on the left receiver flat and one or two on the lever. A few of the numbers in the serial number show some very subtle polish marks, very slightly washed out along some of the edges upon close scrutiny, but the factory proof marks and tang markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut buttstock rates very fine to excellent with only sparsely scattered light handling marks here or there, the grooved steel buttplate now toned to pewter and plum. The long wood forend rates about excellent as well showing only a couple light dings or handling marks. The arm retains its original bead front sight and protective hood and the original semi buckhorn Winchester sight is present. Thomasina Mix would marry Mr. Bernard Matthews, and in January 1945 would give birth to a son, who is the consignor of this storied Winchester. The birth of Thomasina to Tom and Victoria mix is well-documented and of course a matter of public record and in federal censuses. Thomasina’s marriage to Mr. Matthews is also a matter of public record and a copy of the consignor’s birth certificate showing Bernard and Thomasina as father and mother is included as well, proving beyond a doubt lineage from Mr. Matthews to Victoria Mix. Additionally a signed and notarized letter from Mr. Dan Matthews, son of Thomasina, grandson of Victoria, certifies the foregoing lineage and chain of custody, including the fact that after their divorce his grandmother Victoria stayed on the West Coast and as a result of invasion worries during the Second World War, she purchased this Winchester Model 1894 Carbine for the defense of her Laguna Beach home which overlooked Smugglers Cove, should an invasion occur; it is mentioned by serial number in the letter.

When Victoria passed in 1994, her daughter Thomasina gave the gun to her son Dan. As-mentioned, the letter is signed, dated and notarized. Mr. Mix and Mrs. Mix (Forde) were two very famous Western actors of the silent era and loved by tens of thousands. She obviously had spunk and pluck to purchase a Winchester 1894 Carbine to defend her home and country should a hostile invasion occur. A wonderful keepsake for the Western collector or moving pictures aficionado. (13,3D11052-1) {C&R} (2500/4000)

419. WINCHESTER MODEL 92 SADDLE RING CARBINE

serial #921623, 38 W.C.F., 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% lovely original blue with some light wear and handling marks, the forward barrel band retaining most of its blue with light wear on either side and the rear band worn to gunmetal gray with a remnant of blue in the protected area and some mild toning to brown. The receiver has worn to a smooth gray with flaking remnants of blue scattered throughout, strongest in the protected areas, areas toning to brown with speckled old oxidation, and the left side of the receiver shows notable ring marks around the saddle ring and stud; the loading gate retains strong blue. The protected areas of the lever retain strong blue with the balance worn to a gray-brown patina, and the hammer shows moderate operational wear along its side. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with scattered remnants of light dings and handling marks, consistent with a carefully used carbine, and the steel carbine buttplate is intact showing the expect wear and a few spots of old oxidation. The Winchester metal markings are intact and readily legible, and the tang screw shows a hint of slot wear beginning. The carbine is sighted with a blade front sight and adjustable ladder-style rear sight. A very nice 1920’s Model 92 SRC for the Winchester collector. (14B11523-44) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/2500)

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420. VERY RARE EARLY REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER WITH “REMINGTONS” MARKING serial #1759, 41 RF, 3” barrels with fair bores showing scattered old pitting and good rifling throughout. This is an extremely rare sub-variant of the Type I Transitional bearing “REMINGTONS ILION NY” address along the left rib and the Eliot’s Patent marking along the right rib stamped upside down. Only fifteen of this variant are known and described on pages 103 and 104 of “Dr. William H. Elliot’s Remington Double Deringer” by Drummond, et al.

This exact example is also pictured on pages 73 and 103 as part of Drummond’s collection. The metal surfaces are a relatively even mix of period nickel finish and flaked areas toning to medium pewter gunmetal blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel and showing a bit of old oxidation staining and edge wear. The gun is also period engraved in nice New York style, probably factory done, featuring flowing foliate scrollwork, nice border motifs and prominent starbursts on either side of the barrels. The embellishments show a few softened areas mostly along the left side. Finally, the deringer wears a nice set of smooth antique ivory grips in very fine condition showing a nice patina, a few age checks and attractive striations. The interiors of both panels are neatly numbered in antique ink “1754” along with a fancy cursive “F”, the “4” perhaps being an honest error as the last digit on both the barrels and frame are undoubtedly a ”9”. The hinge appears to be intact, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of a very elusive variant for the advanced Remington collector. (13D11199-126) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)

421. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER

serial #2967, 41 RF, 3” barrel with bright about very good bores showing scattered pitting with strong rifling throughout. This late-production Type 1 deringer retains 98% original nickel finish, clouding intermittently throughout and showing scattered light handling and high edge wear and flecks of oxidation staining. The hammer and trigger have toned to a mix of brown and gunmetal, while the extractor and barrel latch retain nearly all of their original nickel finish showing only a few minute spots of loss. The flanks and backstrap have been treated with Remington’s early “Factory Standard” foliate scroll with light punchdot shading, absent along the belly and crest, with fine oxidation staining visible throughout the recessed areas of the engraving. The smooth rosewood grip panels remain excellent, showing minimal handling wear relative to their age with the only apology being a few shy areas on the right panel. The two-line “E. REMINGTON & SONS ILION N.Y.” over “ELLIOT’S PATENT DEC. 12, 1865” barrel marking remains largely crisp and legible, softening slightly, and the hinge remains intact. A nice factory-engraved example. (26B10826-176) {ANTIQUE} {Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

422. EXCELLENT REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #611, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright very good bores showing a few scattered rings of light pitting with strong rifling throughout. This is a fine Type II deringer, retaining 99% original nickel finish, clouding lightly throughout and showing only minimal handling wear with a few scattered flecks of bubbling and fine oxidation staining. The hammer, trigger, barrel latch, and extractor show light operational wear and scattered fine oxidation staining while retaining generous and gorgeous original fire blue, with the barrel latch showing an attractive gradient of blue and plum and the knurled surfaces toning to gunmetal. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent with the only apologies being shy fit in some areas and a scratch on the right panel running from the escutcheon to the frontstrap. The single-line “slant” barrel address remains crisp and excellent, the hinge remains intact, and the deringer locks up tightly. A lovely and high-condition example. (26B10826-170) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

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423. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #214, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright very good bores showing scattered light pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This handsome Type II retains 99% original nickel finish, showing very light edge wear throughout with fine flaking around the muzzles and a few scant flecks of loss along the backstrap with little other wear to speak of. The small parts have toned largely to a bright gunmetal patina showing scattered fine oxidation staining with the hammer and extractor retaining generous remnants of handsome fire blue. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent, with the only apology being slight shyness in the fit of the left panel and slight protrusion from the right panel which appears to be slightly oversized. The “slant” single-line barrel address marking remains crisp and excellent, the hinge remains intact, and the arm locks up robustly exhibiting no noticeable play. A lovely and high condition Model 95. (26B10826-184) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

424. EARLY REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #1019, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores.

The frame of this Type 1 deringer is an even gunmetal patina, showing scattered handling and high edge wear with fine oxidation staining throughout. The barrel assembly retains perhaps half of its original blue finish, appearing stronger under ambient light, with thinning blue scattered about, concentrated most strongly in the protected areas with the remainder toning to a mottled brown patina showing oxidation staining throughout the areas of loss; the small parts have toned similarly to the frame with the exception of the hammer, which offers glimpses of fire blue. The smooth rosewood grip panels remain excellent showing only light handling wear and scattered minor finish loss expected of their age. The hinge remains intact, the early production barrel address and patent markings along each side of the rib remain crisp and excellent, and the gun locks up soundly exhibiting minimal play. A fine example of these early-pattern deringers, of which no more than 2,000 are thought to have been manufactured.

(26B10826-177) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

425. CASED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 1A PEPPERBOX serial #4861, 22 RF, 2 5/8” four-barrel cluster with oxidized bores showing subtle remnants of rifling. The barrels of this plain grade pistol retain about 70% original bright blue showing some scattered flaking to mild gray-brown patina under bright light and some mild oxidation speckling. The frame is a nice ocher patina showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the left side retaining strong maker and patent markings. The hammer retains strong vibrant case-hardened colors while its back spring shows good fire blue. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition showing a few tiny dings and light handling marks. The action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer does not drop at full cock when the trigger is pull, requiring manual assistance. The barrels lock up well and the hammer nose does rotate. The pistol comes in an original plain mahogany case that remains in very fine condition showing some light dings and a couple of the corners and joints starting to separate slightly. The interior is lined in maroon baize showing some honest wear and the inside of the lid has an instructional sticker affixed, showing mild wear. The wooden lid on the covered compartment appears to be an old replacement and the case contains a case-hardened jag. A nice plain grade ensemble. (13B11134-20) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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426. RARE TIPPING & LAWDEN TREASURE CHEST CASE WITH E.M. REILLY & CO. RETAILER MARKINGS This case remains in fine condition, the exterior of the lid showing a few lengthy drying cracks, but otherwise just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The case features an attractive dark veneer and the distinctive hardware shows remnants of original gold wash toning to a dark ocher brass. The shield-shaped monogram plate and banner atop the lid remain un-engraved and the base retains most of its maroon pebbled paper covering.

The interior is lined in blue velvet showing some moderate edge wear along the partitions, the partition of the covered compartment also showing a small crack. The base of the covered compartment shows a small missing piece of wood which is unobtrusive. The lid lining is embossed with a border pattern and large coat of arms over “E.M. REILLY & CO. / LONDON” which shows moderate loss of its gold leaf.

The case contains a trio of attractive period accessories including: ivory-handled turn screw, ivory-handled and gold-washed cleaning jag and an unmarked pewter oiler. This is a very desirable case to accompany your Model 1 Tipping & Lawden, especially one bearing Reilly retailer markings. (13C11134-28) (1200/1800)

427. BRITISH BRASS-BARRELED SNAP FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY RICHARDS

BAYONET

.60 cal, 10” octagon barrel with a fair bore. The barrel of this attractive pistol has toned to a pleasant medium goldenrod color remaining partially bright and showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The top flat shows a softened “LONDON” while the left flat bears a strong pair of “(Crown) / P” proofs and the right side shows a small star stamp and number “1689”. There is an evident brass liner around the vent hole, perhaps indicating an old reconversion, but all of the lock parts appear antique and nicely made. The snap bayonet is in typical form, measuring six inches with a flute down the top. The bayonet hardware, lockplate and other fittings have mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of cleaned pinprick pitting and old oxidation staining. The lockplate shows some light foliate scrollwork and sun ray embellishments, the center marked “RICHARDS” (the “S” covered by the chiseled frizzen spring extension, but there upon close scrutiny) and the very generous ovoid triggerguard shows panoply of arms along the bow and nice pineapple extension. The lock is equipped with attractive waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The barrel is secured with a pair of wedges and there is a diamond-shaped monogram plate atop the wrist that shows a faded inscription. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing a few repaired thin cracks nearer the nose, some thin chips around the triggerguard tang which is not quite perfectly fitted and scattered old dings. The fine checkering shows moderate wear and a simple hickory ramrod is present. The bayonet hardware functions normally and the lock generally seems to function well mechanically except for the sliding safety. An interesting example with desirable snap bayonet. (13B11579-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

428. HENRY DERINGER PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION POCKET PISTOL .42 cal, 2 1/2” octagon barrel with a good lightly oxidized bore showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive Deringer retains perhaps 60% original plumbrown finish with areas toning to mild gray patina and showing a little pinprick pitting, mild oxidation staining and evident original streaking. The breech plug shows dual German silver bands and crisp “DERINGER / PHILADELA” marking, the left flat showing “P” proof surrounded by zigzags. The lockplate is a medium smoky gray patina showing strong maker markings and light foliate scrollwork embellishments, the hammer with zigzag pattern. Fittings are German silver consisting of small nosepiece, fancy wedge escutcheons, flash plate, triggerguard with pineapple finial, tear drop butt cap, shield monogram plate atop wrist and fancy sideplate all showing light factory embellishments.

The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing a few small cracks near the nose, one thin 2 1/2” crack through the left wedge escutcheon and some other light handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock and hardware fit is nice overall. The proper sights are intact and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of Deringer’s famous pocket pistol. (13C11199120) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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429. FINE COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #276191, .31 cal, 4” octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing some bright areas and good rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1865-made revolver retains about 90% original bright blue showing some overall light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light and some scattered light dings along the sides, particularly around the wedge. The six-shot cylinder has mostly flaked to a medium gray patina showing some small areas of old dings or tool marks and otherwise retaining a nice stagecoach scene. The frame, loading lever and hammer retain about 95% nice original vibrant case-hardened colors showing just a little silvering along the high edges and some other minor speckling. A few screws appear to be later replacements, the original ones retaining some good fire blue. The triggerguard and backstrap are a pleasant goldenrod patina showing some light handling marks and remnants of silver finish in the protected areas. The smooth walnut grip remains in excellent condition retaining about 96% original varnish with a few minor handling marks. The serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive Colt Pocket made in the late war period. (13B11777-7) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

430. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY FACTORY CARTRIDGE-CONVERTED REVOLVER serial #74202, 46 RF, 8” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered light oxidation and generally crisp rifling throughout. This is an attractive revolver with the desirable Rollin White patent date marking crisply stamped along the cylinder. The metal surfaces retain about 65% original bright blue with overall flaking and toning to mild gray-brown patina along with some scattered light handling marks and freckling.

The left side of the frame shows a little minor pitting and the barrel markings remain crisp. The hammer is a nice smoky gray case-hardened patina while the triggerguard is a pale ocher patina with remnants of silver finish and the sides of the trigger retain subtle fire blue. The smooth walnut grips are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and a small flake at the top corner of the right panel. The barrel and triggerguard are matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice example with desirable marking.

(13C11777-40) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

431. REMINGTON MODEL 1861 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #8947, .44 cal, 8” octagon barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Old Model revolver have mostly toned to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered pinprick pitting and light handling marks.

The triggerguard has been cleaned to a goldenrod patina and the screw heads show light slot wear. The patent and address along the barrel remain strong, the major components retain good sub-inspector stamps and the loading lever has been updated with the base pin retainer screw. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some light dings and honest wear, the left panel retaining a hint of its original inspector’s cartouche. The serialized parts are matching, the proper silver cone front sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically.

A nice honest example of a military accepted “Old Model Army”. (13B11777-3) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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432. COLT MODEL 1878 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER SHIPPED TO MANZANARES & CO. serial #20754, 45 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 5060% original bright blue flaking to a mix of medium gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina with scattered old dings and some small areas of pinprick pitting from honest use. The small parts retain some hints of fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The black checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colts remain in very good plus condition showing some mild overall smoothing and toning to brown. The cylinder is matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described on January 7, 1888 to Manzanares & Co. of Las Vegas, New Mexico Territory in a 25-gun shipment. This is an honest big frame double action with a desirable and romantic frontier shipping destination. (13B11523-107) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/3000)

433. ATTRACTIVE BRITISH HALFSTOCK FLINTLOCK FOWLER BY SHOLE 14 bore, 33” part round part octagon damascus barrel with multi-faceted section and turned medials at point of transition and a partially bright good bore showing some areas of light pitting and oxidation. The barrel of this handsome original flint fowler retains perhaps 90% of an antique plum-brown finish with silvering along the high edges, some scattered old dings and light pitting around the brass-lined touch hole from honest firing. The breech plug did have three gold inlaid bands but they are now only partially intact and the barrel shows “DEPTFORD” locality marking. The underside of the barrel bears period Brimingham proofs and shows the name “WALDON”. The lockplate is nicely constructed with rounded edge and pronounced teat at the rear, the hardware very graceful as well with waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The back edge of the pan shows a small chipped out area that is relatively minor and the lockplate features some nice foliate embellishments, maker’s name “SHOLE” impressed in gold and the frizzen with a nice foliate border. The fancy iron triggerguard shows panoply of arms along the bow of the guard and nice pineapple finial while the nosecap, barrel wedge escutcheons and monogram plate atop the wrist are all of silver. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a little older added oil finish and a few carefully cleaned light dings along the sides of the butt, a few minor flakes along the edges near the lockplate and some other handling marks. The stock flat edges remain well-defined, the checkering is mostly strong and the hardware fit remains nice overall. The sides of the buttstock show some nice subtle grain figure as well and the original brasstipped hickory ramrod with worm end is present. The barrel is sighted with silver bead front sight and the lock seems to function well mechanically.

This is a very nice high quality fowler, sadly any information on the maker appears to be elusive. (13C11579-46) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

434. W. COLLATH UNDERLEVER STALKING RIFLE serial #10217, 9.25 CF, 27 3/4” octagon barrel with a very good bore showing some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting with otherwise strong rifling. This is a nice Collath rifle in an attractive stalking rifle configuration, the inside frame marked “9.25” and it appears to be chambered in Collath’s 9.3x65R cartridge though a proper chamber cast should be performed to confirm this. The barrel retains about 75-80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall toning to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina and scattered freckling. The front sling swivel hardware has been re-soldered on at some point and the top flat is nicely matted. The action has toned to a nice smoky casehardened patina with the edges of the action showing the expected maker markings. The action is embellished in full coverage with some really wonderful Germanic oak leaf motifs, matted background shading and lovely extensive game scenes consisting of a game dog chasing a fox on the left, pair of roe deer on the right, portrait of chamois on top and a resting doe on bottom. There is an unengraved brass monogram plate on the upper tang as well and the horn underlever and fancy triggerguard remain in about very good condition showing a coating of old varnish and the guard with a number of competent repairs. The checkered walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings. The left-side cheekpiece retains nice edges and the wood exhibits some attractive grain figure throughout. The smooth rosewood buttplate shows a small filler repair at the toe and length-of-pull is 13 3/4”.

The rifle is equipped with a full complement of iron sights including a flip-up rear aperture, standing u-notch rear with two flip-up leaves and medium German silver bead front. The rifle is equipped with wing-style safety at upper tang and double set triggers. A very nice rifle in a fine configuration and with some lovely embellishments.

(13C11108-136) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1800/2200)

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435. GERMAN UNDERLEVER DOUBLE HAMMERGUN BY THIEME & SCHLEGELMILCH serial #2648, 16 ga, 29” damascus barrels with perhaps fair bores that show areas of light pitting and rather heavy scoring marks throughout. The barrels retain generous plum-brown finish with areas toning to gunmetal gray and showing some scattered old oxidation staining and nice damascus patterns throughout. There is a delicate gold wire inlay at the breech, the rib maker markings remain strong and the rear rib also shows “(Crown) / V” 1891 voluntary proof.

The action and back action island lockplates are toning to a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina showing a little mild brown staining and are embellished in full coverage with wonderful flowing foliate scrollwork and fine light background shading, the scroll piercing through sections of riband and intermingling with shell-like motifs. There are further embellishments of fish scale-like crosshatching and a nice little detailed scene of a traditional German hunter along the flat of the guard. The right lockplate shows an endearing scene with three rabbits while the left shows four game birds. The fancy horn pistolgrip remains in very fine condition and the checkered walnut buttstock is also very fine showing some overall light dings and dents but otherwise maintaining a very nice honest appearance with fine checkering and very nice hardware fit. There is a small grain drying crack along the left side of the wrist that is very unobtrusive, the left side of the stock features a nice rounded cheekpiece and the wood exhibits excellent grain figure throughout. Equipped with sling swivels and German silver bead front sight, the locks with non-rebounding hammers are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive shotgun from a quality maker with some especially fine embellishments and nice island locks. (13B11719-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

436. FINE OHIO PERCUSSION FULLSTOCK LONG SPORTING RIFLE BY J. VINCENT

.31 cal, 44” octagon barrel with an oxidized bore showing good evident rifling throughout. This is a lovely untouched Vincent rifle, the barrel toned to a nice rich plum-brown patina overall showing a few small areas of oxidation nearer the muzzle and some honest erosion around the nipple bolster. The top flat is maker marked “J VINCENT” surrounded by wavy border and there are star motifs around the circumference of the muzzle face. The lock is by Henry Parker and is a deep gray-brown patina retaining nice markings, light foliate scrollwork and a small game bird scene at the rear. There is a period brass cap splash shield that shows some honest wear and the hammer skirt is also worn from period use. The rifle is nicely appointed with heavy brass nosecap and the barrel secured by three wedges through attractive silver escutcheons, these with zigzag borders. The rearmost right-side escutcheon appears to be an antique replacement as its border motif is different but the patina is otherwise perfect. There is a silver monogram plate atop the wrist, a nice little silver starburst inlay in the cheekpiece and the remaining brass hardware consists of two faceted thimbles and faceted tailpipe, double spur triggerguard, crescent buttplate with toe plate, nice pierced patchbox with light foliate embellishments and a simple solid sideplate. The brass components have taken on a nice ocher patina and the toe plate is neatly engraved with the original owner’s name “Wm Malster”. The curly maple stock is just the way you like to see them in these antique arms remaining in very fine condition with wonderful dark contrasting lines. The stock shows some scattered light dings and a couple of small cracks at the lock screw and rear right wedge escutcheon and otherwise bears a lovely unmolested and honest appearance and features a scant squared-off left-side cheekpiece.

An old simple hickory ramrod is present, it is rather short as it has broken some time ago. The lock is equipped with double set triggers and is singleacting, though the hammer is not very crisp it otherwise seems to function normally. The rifle is sighted with a very fine v-notch rear sight and a nice long silver blade. The rifle includes a few antique accessories that were found with the gun such as a simple single cavity 0.29” round ball mould, brass powder measure with pewter funnel and a small simple powder horn that remains in very fine condition measuring 7 1/2” in length. This rifle was acquired from the descendants of the original owner and remained in the family since its original purchase. A wonderful classic American small game long rifle from John Vincent of Washington County, Ohio. (13C11801-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

437. UNMARKED GERMAN SYSTEM KESSLER MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE 8.15x46R, 29” fluted octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive rifle retains about 92% nice original plum-brown finish showing some light high edge wear and a few handling marks. The action and fancy spur lever have mostly toned to an attractive silvery and smoky case-hardened patina showing a little mild oxidation staining and speckling with light Germanic foliate motif embellishments throughout and a few smaller areas of crosshatching. The checkered walnut stock features generous left-side ramshorn cheekpiece and remains in about very fine condition retaining most of its original varnish with scattered light dings from honest use and one small shallow chip on the underside near the lever hinge area. The rear tang sight is a replacement from the period of use but otherwise of the expected style and complication being fully adjustable and fitted with a medium aperture disc. The rear sight is a full-adjustable fine u-notch and the front is a protected bead-on-post. The set trigger will require some mechanical attention as it does set properly but the action does not fire upon trigger pull. Without setting the trigger the action otherwise seems to function normally. (13B11666-2) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (1800/2200)

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438. GERMAN REVERSE LOCK PERCUSSION FULLSTOCK JAEGER RIFLE BY JOHANN KUGLER

.58 cal, 26” octagon barrel with swamped muzzle and an oxidized bore showing mostly strong rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 40% original bright blue with the balance flaking and toning to a deep plum patina along with some scattered old dings and light pitting around the nipple bolster. The top flat shows nice handfiled matting with an engraved foliate band a few inches back from the muzzle and foliate motifs at the breech.

The lockplate retains generous silvery gray case-hardened patina and is engraved with bold foliate borders and a prominent starburst motif below the bolster, the forward section signed in script “Joh. Kugler”. There is a vacant hole at the top rear surface of the lockplate where no doubt some sort of deflector or shield was installed. The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing some overall light dings and handling marks, the right edge of the forend back from the nose showing a thin about 11” repaired crack and thin repaired chip above the forward pin escutcheon that was well-executed. The stock features diamond point checkering which is mostly strong, prominent fish lip along the toe line and left-side rounded cheekpiece with accenting ridge. Fittings consist of horn nosecap, German silver barrel pin and sling swivel escutcheons, German silver forend monogram plate and brass tailpipe, triggerguard, buttplate and lock screw escutcheons. The lock screws are hand-detachable featuring wide foliate heads. A horn-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a deep u-groove tang sight and very fine bead front. The lock will require some mechanical attention as it tends to slip off of full cock and the trigger’s set function slips as well. An attractive and interesting jaeger rifle. (13B11804-7) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/3000)

439. SCARCE A. E. LINZEL AIR RIFLE serial #333, .31 cal, 20 1/4” octagon barrel with a partially bright smooth bore showing a few patches of moderate oxidation. The metal surfaces of this antique air gun have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered very light pinprick pitting and old oxidation staining. The top barrel flat markings remain strong showing Linzel St. Louis MO address, arrow motif and serial number. The arm features German silver hardware escutcheons and full-length toe plate with wavy zigzag border motif. The brass crescent buttplate is a pleasant ocher patina and the smooth walnut buttstock and forend with large scalloped schnabel tip remain in very good plus condition showing some areas of worn finish that are slightly darkened and some other areas retaining strong original varnish along with some scattered light dings and a 1 1/4” crack at the right side nose of forend. There is a nice rounded left-side cheekpiece, the triggerguard acts as the cocking lever and the gun is sighted with a sporting v-notch rear sight missing its elevator and plain bead front. A nice example of a desirable antique air gun.

(13B11804-20) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/2500)

440. GERMAN FULLSTOCK PERCUSSION SPORTING OR JAEGER RIFLE BY V.C. SCHILLING serial #8005, .54 cal, 31” damascus barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing a few areas of old pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel shows a fine wootz-like damascus pattern throughout, mostly toned to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered light dings and a little sparse oxidation staining. There is a silver band at the breech and maker’s name inlaid in gold along the top flat “V. CHR. SCHILLING IN SUHL”. There are light Germanic foliate motifs embellished along the upper tang and back action lockplate, the lock with nice dolphin hammer and hammer block safety. There are decorative foliate lock screw escutcheons and nice foliate-engraved patchbox cover. The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus condition showing some added varnish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock features rounded left-side cheekpiece with attractive carved foliate motif behind and the horn nosecap with a little flaking and wear. The dark rosewood triggerguard shows a repaired break at the forward root of the guard and a decorative inlaid finial. The Germanic sling swivels are intact along with a hickory ramrod with long German silver tip and the rifle is sighted with v-notch rear sight with single flip-up leaf and arrow extension and generous German silver blade front. The set trigger is not functional and the lock otherwise seems to function normally with just the firing trigger. A nice rifle from this very prolific Suhl firm.

(13C11804-27) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/3000)

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441. UNMARKED GERMANIC PERCUSSION DOUBLE FOWLER WITH NICE CARVED STOCK 16 bore, 30 5/8” damascus barrels with moderately oxidized bores showing some scattered partially bright areas.

The barrels show antique Belgian proof marks but the gun is obviously of German construction given its other features. The barrels show an old light cleaning with generous older reapplied plum-brown finish with areas toning to gunmetal gray, some scattered partially smoothed-over light pitting and strong damascus twist patterns. The back action lockplates retain some wisps of gray case-hardened patina and features some light foliate embellishments and rather rudimentary hammer block safeties. The walnut stock is the most appealing aspect of this gun featuring a wonderful carved stag’s head behind the lower tang complete with realistic glass eyes along with a carved floral blossom swirling out from behind the rounded left-side cheekpiece. The stock rates very fine showing a little older added varnish and some scattered light dings and handling marks exhibiting some subtle attractive grain figure. The fittings are German silver and in typical form with some light foliate embellishments and the sling swivels and a brass-tipped hickory ramrod are present. The hammers are rather out of time but the locks otherwise seem to function normally. (13B11804-31) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1800/2200)

442. UNMARKED GERMANIC PERCUSSION DOUBLE FOWLER

16 bore, 30” fine damascus barrels with mostly bright very good bores showing a few small areas of light pitting and oxidation. The undersides of the barrels show antique Belgian proof marks and are inlaid in gold along the rib “DAMAS ANGLAIS” (English damascus) but the gun is obviously otherwise of German construction. The barrels show a very fine textured swirling damascus pattern throughout toning to a mix of deep gunmetal gray and gray-brown patina with a few scattered light dings and areas of old oxidation. The breech plugs, lockplates and upper tang show remnants of silvery and smoky case-hardened patina and are lightly embellished with Germanic scroll and small scenes at rear of lockplates with stag on right and dog on left. The hammers show nice dolphin heads, the right hammer itself a later-made replacement in the style of the original left. The triggerguard is a similar patina as the locks and shows

a traditional jaeger on the bow of the guard, the extended pistolgrip being of horn and in very fine condition, the triggers also retaining a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its original varnish showing some edge wear, scattered light dings and handling marks from honest use. There is a nice rounded left-side cheekpiece with lovely carved foliate motif behind it and the wood exhibits some attractive subtle grain figure. The front sling swivel has detached from the rear thimble and been lost to the years and the original ebony ramrod with German silver/horn tip and worm end is present. The locks feature hammer rest safeties and the hammers appear out of time due to the right replacement though the locks otherwise seems to function normally. A handsome German fowler. (13B11804-8) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1800/2200)

443. SMITH & WESSON 22/32 HEAVY FRAME TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial 368401, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful revolver has seen minimal use and remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing light silvering at the muzzle, minor edge wear, and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and hammer have bold case-hardened colors. The un-numbered diamond checkered walnut stepped factory grips rate near excellent as re-varnished showing a few minor handling marks. This gun features a Paine bead front sight, black blade “U” notch adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A solid investment for your collection. (8B10826-318) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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444. FINE PRE-WAR SMITH & WESSON 22/32 KIT GUN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #531534, 22 LR, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Kit Gun shows little use and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% to perhaps 99% original blue showing scattered very light edge wear and a few light handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. This lovely Kit Gun is equipped with diamond checkered walnut factory extension target grips featuring silver S&W medallions and they remain in very good plus condition showing later added varnish, minor handling marks, and a small surface chip over the right panel’s lower screw. The grips are numbered 531543 and likely a factory stamping error as the fit is excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A superb pre-war Kit Gun. (8B10826-491) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/4000)

445. EXCELLENT PRE-WAR SMITH & WESSON 22/32 KIT GUN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER

serial #533471, 22 LR, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Kit Gun remains in superb condition showing minimal use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with minor edge wear and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors with light operational wear. This lovely Kit Gun is equipped with un-numbered diamond checkered walnut factory stepped grips featuring silver S&W medallions, they remain in excellent condition with a few light handling marks.

This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A fine investment for the pre-war Smith & Wesson collector. (8B10826-632) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/4000)

446. EXCELLENT AND SCARCE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL

serial #15979, 32 S&W, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Model 1891 single shot pistol remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 98% original bright nickel plate showing light handling marks, and scattered faint bubbling. The hammer and triggerguard retain robust case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright and there is a small stain from oxidation present on the triggerguard. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This lovely gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the latch and barrel are correctly numbered to the gun although the extractor is not numbered. Barrel to frame fit is tight, the action remains crisp and the barrel is marked “MODEL OF ‘91”. This gun appears in the First Model “32 S&W” section of Neal & Jinks book “Smith & Wesson 1857-1945” as being sold as a single caliber gun. A total of 230 First Models were assembled in 32 S&W. A superb First Model in a scarce configuration. (8B10826-474) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

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447. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #4607, 22 LR, 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful pistol remains in fantastic condition. It retains about 98% to perhaps 99% original bright blue showing light edge wear, a few insignificant handling marks, and slight thinning in areas.

The hammer and triggerguard retain robust case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright. The unnumbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This lovely gun features a blade front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the barrel, latch, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun. Barrel to frame fit is tight and the action remains crisp. A beautiful example of the Second Model. (8B10826-641) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/2500)

448. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL WITH BRITISH PROOF MARKS serial #18033, 22 LR, 8” barrel with a very good bore showing light scattered surface pitting and oxidation. This fine Model 1891 single shot pistol remains in excellent condition. It retains about 95% original bright nickel plate showing handling marks, scattered oxidation stains, and a moderate ding on the bottom of the frame behind the triggerguard. The hammer and triggerguard retain strong case-hardened colors with operational marks on the hammer sides while the smooth trigger is bright with few minor oxidation stains on the side. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms, the left panel rates about excellent with light handling marks while the right has a small chip missing from the heel. This gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the latch and barrel are correctly numbered to the gun although the extractor is not numbered. Barrel to frame fit is tight, the action remains crisp, and the barrel is marked “MODEL OF ‘91”. This gun does not appear in the Neal & Jinks book. An excellent First Model. (8B10826-287) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

449. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON 38/44 HEAVY DUTY HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #44926, 38 Special (38/44 S&W Special Heavy Duty), 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful 1934 Heavy Duty shows very little use and maintains high condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing slight wear at the muzzle, and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory blue picture box that is correctly end labeled to the gun, although the surcharge on the bottom is too worn to view the serial number, the picture boxes did not come into full use until the following year although it is possible this could be a transitional box. The box rates about very good showing light to moderate edge wear. It also includes a factory “guarantee” slip in very good condition showing light soiling. A fine investment for the collector. (8B10826-336) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)

450. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #147471, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a lightly frosted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This early war (1917) pistol has seen honest use and retains about 20% original blue the remainder has toned to a mottled mix of predominately brown color with strong overtones of original blue enhancing its finish in ambient light. It shows light edge wear, handling marks, and scattered areas of oxidation and pitting. The double diamond checkered factory grips rate very good showing light diamond point wear and handling marks. The pistol has correct parts and controls for period of manufacture and the markings remain crisp including Major Stewart’s acceptance stamp. It includes a single Colt two-tone magazine with pinned floorplate. A fine example. (8A11777-2) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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451. RARE SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #173115, 38 S&W, rare 10” barrel showing scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting retaining strong rifling throughout the bore. This is one of those rare treats collectors are always on the hunt for. It retains about 93% original nickel plate showing scattered light oxidation blemishes, handling marks, and light clouding of the plating. The triggerguard has toned to gray while the bows on the side and the top latch retain rich blue finish. The trigger and hammer retain strong case-hardened colors showing light operational wear, and toning to gray on the trigger face and spur. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory target extension grips feature S&W monograms, they remain in about excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and light slot damage to the screws. They will need professional attention to remove them. This gun features a pinned nickel plated semi-ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and barrel to frame fit is tight. A unique opportunity for the collector. (8B10826-623) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

452. EXCELLENT & SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS BICYCLE REVOLVER serial #249155, 38 S&W, scarce and desirable 2” barrel with an excellent bright bore. This lovely Fifth Model Safety Hammerless remains in superb condition showing little if any use. It retains about 98% to perhaps 99% original nickel plate showing a few small spots of oxidation along the sides of the grip safety and upper left side of edge of the frame plus other minor handling marks. The triggerguard and top latch retain rich blue finish while the trigger retains beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. This gun features diamond checkered walnut factory grips that are numbered to another gun and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, tight barrel to frame fit, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. Bicycle guns are scarce and desirable especially in such fine condition. (8A10826-427) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

453. EXCELLENT COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

serial #C87100, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely early war gun (1917) remains in superb condition. The metal surfaces retain about 96% to perhaps 97% original blue showing light edge wear, the grip safety has toned to brown, there are light handling marks, and a few assembly marks. The double diamond checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent showing a few lightly compressed diamond points.

This pistol has correct parts for the period of production and the markings remain crisp. The barrel has the proof mark in front of the lugs with the inspector mark struck off center next to it, possibly an “O”. The frame is marked “GOVERNMENT MODEL” while the slide has the correct patent dates. This lovely gun includes a single Colt two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on the pinned floorplate. This is a beautiful early war gun in wonderful condition. (8B11777-1) {C&R} (3000/5000)

454. EXCELLENT AND DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 51 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #M4749, 22 Winchester Magnum RF, 3 1/2” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The Magnum 22/32 Kit Gun remains a coveted collectible. This one has a desirable finish and is as-new-in-box. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original nickel plate. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The diamond checkered factory walnut square butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to another gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a nickel plate Baughman ramp front sight and a black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original silver factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, unopened cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about very good showing light corner wear although one of the reinforcing metal corners is missing on the base of the box. A truly superb Kit Gun. (8B10826-412) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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455. SWISS FULLSTOCK HEAVY PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY B. METLER .38 cal, 34 5/8” heavy octagon barrel slightly swamped at muzzle with recessed crown and a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a little frosting and a few sparse oxidation speckles with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and lock of this rifle bear a dark honest patina overall, mostly a deep plum-brown, with scattered areas of old oxidation and speckling. The breech plug features a heavy flared bolster and the lock is rather spartan equipped with a full cock safety hook. The top barrel flat is engraved in script “B. Metler. In. Art.” The barrel is secured by two wedges and the robust heavy mountings are of brass including: nosecap, wedge escutcheons, reeded edge ramrod thimbles, fish lip tailpipe with plate that extends all the way to the trigger plate, fancy spur triggerguard, fulllength toe plate, buttplate with long toe spur and iron heel finial and a small decorative lock screw escutcheon. The brass is a lovely dark untouched patina overall and there are heavy reeded hand-detachable screws for the lock and triggerguard. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition with strong original oil finish showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and a tiny flake forming at the upper tang. The stock maintains a fine honest appearance overall with nice fit and edges, the left side with a graceful and rather scant rounded cheekpiece that swirls into a lovely carved floral motif. The rifle bears its original sights including fancy reeded diopter tang sight, Swiss-style wide v-notch rear and target globe front with bead-on-post. The lock is single-acting with fine hair firing trigger (a bit short as some of the tip has broken off), trigger stop, and rear curved set trigger, and seems to function well mechanically. A simple brass-tipped ramrod is present and the original wide Germanic sling swivels are intact. Blasius Mettler (listed with two t’s) is listed in Stockel as active in the village of Arth, Switzerland around 1850. (13C11804-2) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2500/3500)

456. AMERICAN FULLSTOCK EXPOSED LOCK PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE .44 cal, 39 3/8” octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing light pitting and oxidation in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and lock have mostly toned to a deep rich plum-brown patina showing a few old dings and scattered oxidation, the breech with some moderate erosion from cap splash around the nipple bolster. The barrel appears to be unmarked and the rifle is equipped with an interesting exposed-style lock with small cover plate that shows light foliate embellishments and the initials “DL” neatly engraved in script. The upper tang also shows some light foliate embellishments and the rifle features brass hardware including: nosecap, ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with curlicue at rear, crescent buttplate, long toe plate, rather spartan partially pierced patchbox and decorative lock screw escutcheon all bearing a pleasant patina and some scattered light handling marks. The maple stock remains in about very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, an old repaired sliver along the right edge back from the nose and small crack at the toe. There is honest wear around the nipple bolster from cap splash and the stock shows nice tiger striping, graceful sloped back comb line and squared-off left-side cheekpiece inlaid with a very attractive and folksy German silver American Eagle. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a v-notch rear sporting sight and brass blade front. Equipped with double set triggers, the half cock notch is slightly worn and the lock seems to function normally at full cock. An interesting and attractive rifle. (13B11804-24) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1800/2200)

457. MICHIGAN OVER UNDER PERCUSSION BUCK AND BALL GUN BY HOLT

.36 cal over 12 bore, 33 1/2” barrels with a mostly bright very good plus rifled bore showing a few spots of light oxidation or perhaps a light pit and a very good smooth bore showing remnants of some pinprick pitting. The barrels are a dull pewter patina with areas of light oxidation here and there, with the odd minor handling ding or two as well. The arm is sighted with a simple blade front and semi buckhornstyle rear sight and is maker marked on the top flat behind the rear sight “J Holt Howell Mich”, being of quality construction with nice flaring bolsters, the upper barrel with a small threaded cleanout hole. The bolsters sweep forward nicely into long well-formed tailpipes for the ramrods. The back action locks and hammers are a bright silvery case-hardened patina showing some hardened oil, the hammer spurs nearly vertical and very nicely checkered. The stock rates about excellent as very lightly cleaned with some older nicely added oil finish but is largely unmolested showing nice straight grain. The single spur triggerguard, buttplate and simple patchbox are all brass with a mellow patina. The lock mechanisms seem to function well mechanically with crisp in-time hammers and the original ramrods are included. Holt was active in Howell Michigan between 1857 and 1862. A solid over under combination gun. (13A11804-10) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1500/2000)

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458. BOHEMIAN FLINTLOCK FULLSTOCK JAEGER RIFLE

BY G. KEINER .62 cal, 28 1/2” octagon barrel with swamped muzzle and a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp deep rifling. This rifle has been reconverted to flint and the barrel retains perhaps 40% original bright blue that is flaking and toning to a mild gray-brown patina with a little old oxidation speckling and handling marks. The breech flats show fine deeply impressed maker’s touch marks of G. Keiner and the breech plug is a dark gray case-hardened patina. The slightly concave lockplate with teat at the rear has been cleaned to a pewter gunmetal patina and has had antique flintlock components affixed, the pan neatly welded on, and equipped with simple unbridled frizzen. Brass fittings consist of a very nice pierced spiraling thimble and tailpipe, wide

triggerguard, buttplate and attractive pierced foliate toe inlay, sideplate and cheekpiece inlay. The stock appears to be maple and remains in very good plus condition showing some older added varnish, overall light dings and a few small drying cracks. The stock features horn nosecap, nice checkered sliding patchbox cover and subtle rounded left-side cheekpiece. The sling attachments are intact and a simple bone-tipped ramrod is present. Sighted with semi-buckhorn v-notch rear and silver blade front, the lock with double set triggers seems to function normally. Keiner is listed in Stockel operating circa 1760.

(13C11804-6) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/3000)

459. GERMAN PERCUSSION FULLSTOCK JAEGER RIFLE BY FUNK & SONS .60 cal, 30” damascus barrel with swamped muzzle and a partially bright good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a medium gray gunmetal patina with mild gray-brown undertones and scattered areas of old oxidation staining. The barrel retains generous twist damascus patterns throughout and shows maker information neatly inlaid in silver “I. VALT. FUNK & SOHNE SUHL”.

The breech plug shows dual silver bands as well and is nicely embellished along with the tang and back action lockplate with fine flowing foliate scrollwork throughout. The lockplate is equipped with a hammer rest safety and the barrel is secured with a pair of wedges in German silver escutcheons. The forward ramrod thimble has a wide flange and the tailpipe and other hardware shows nice foliate embellishments, the triggerguard being an old rather rudimentary replacement without any engraving. The patchbox features a foliate column and the cover is engraved with a nice little stag scene. The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus to near very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and small partially repaired chip at the toe. The stock features a horn nosecap, contrasting rosewood inlay ahead of triggerguard and left-side cheekpiece behind which is a finely carved foliate and stag panel. The front sling swivel is missing, a simple wooden ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a simple v-notch rear sight and German silver blade front, the upper tang with a vacant hole for affixing additional period sights. The lock with double set triggers is single-acting and seems to function normally. A very good jaeger rifle from the prolific Funk family. (13B11804-26) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1800/2200)

460. GERMAN BUCHEL SYSTEM BRILLIANT FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #262, 8.15x46R, 31 1/2” Prima Wittener Stahl octagon barrel with target crown, slightly swamped muzzle and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this March 1926 proof-dated rifle retains about 80-85% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with toning to mild gray-brown patina and showing some scattered oxidation speckling and a little minor pitting against the wood line. The top flat is neatly matted and grooved at rear. The action retains a similar amount of nice original case-hardened colors taking on a pleasant smoky patina and showing some light oxidation speckling scattered about. The action is nicely embellished in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate motifs accented by burnishing and punch-dot background shading, the right side with detailed schuetzenliesl in oval and the left with portrait of traditional rifleman. The top flat of the action is prominently marked “BRILLIANT” flanked by patent marks. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition showing some scattered light dings and dents, the right-side stippled thumb rest showing some old repairs and a missing splinter along its edge and the underside of the forend showing a couple of vacant holes and a replacement inlay with later screw at the rear. The checkering along the buttstock remains mostly strong and the stock features generous left-side ramshorn cheekpiece and traditional schuetzen buttplate. The right side also bears three shooting match stickers from 1993-1995, a testament to the quality and popularity of these fine vintage rifles. The rifle is sighted with fully-adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc and protected front sight on case-hardened ramp that has been modified with a crosshair insert. The sling swivels are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive example of a scarce Buchel System Brilliant. (13C1110840) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)

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461. GERMAN SYSTEM FROHN MODEL 1903 FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY A. DICKORE serial #4891, 8.15x46R, 29 3/4” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 90% original blue with some thinning to gray and most of the loss due to some scattered light oxidation. The matted top flat is grooved at the rear and shows retailer marking of A. Dickore of Giessen. The action retains about 85% nice vibrant case-hardened colors with some drifting to a pleasant smooth smoky gray along the right side and lever, also showing some mild gray-brown oxidation speckling. The action is

rather unusually unadorned with just some matting along the receiver ring bordering the “SYST. FROHN / MOD. 1903” marking and a little border motif along the barrel shank. The checkered walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very fine condition with strong original oil finish, some scattered light dings and the most noticeable apology being an area of small abrasions along the left side rear of checkering below the cheekpiece. The forend tip and edge of the right-side thumb rest show nice foliate carving and the stock features a generous left-side ramshorn cheekpiece. There is a small decorative brass chrysanthemum tacked along the toe and the rifle is sighted with its original adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc stamp-numbered to the gun and protected bead-on-post ramp front. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nice rifle for someone who prefers a plainer appearance. (13B11108-37) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1800/2200)

462. GERMAN SYSTEM WILL MODEL 1908 SHORT FRAME FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #140, 8.15x46R, 29 1/2” Krupp Stahl octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 60% original blue toning to medium gray-brown patina and showing scattered thin cleaning striations and remnants of old oxidation staining. The top flat is grooved and the shank shows a rather nice geometric border. The action retains about 90% nice vibrant original case-hardened colors toning to gray along the lever and showing some light pitting along the right side high edges of the action. The arm is embellished with some wide Germanic foliate motifs and nice detailed scenes of stag right and roe deer left. The checkered walnut stock and schnabel forend remain in about very fine condition showing some overall light dings and handling marks to be expected. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock features stippled right-side thumb rest and medium-sized ramshorn cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with a slightly loose adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc and protected small blade on ramp front. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured and described on page 321 of “Alte Scheibewaffen Vol. 2” by Rowe, et al. (13C11108-18) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1800/2200)

463. GERMAN SYSTEM BURGSMUELLER FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #8362, 8.15x46R, 33” octagon barrel with a mostly bright near excellent bore showing a little subtle frosting and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains perhaps 80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with toning to medium gray-brow patina and showing some scattered light oxidation speckling. The barrel is not retailer marked and features matted top rib with groove at rear. The action is mostly a mix of silvery gray case-hardened patina and mild gray-brown with light oxidation staining and a few wisps of colors in the protected areas. The action is very nicely embellished in full coverage with finely detailed Germanic foliate motifs and very finely stippled background shading. The top left edge shows serial number “8362” and the top flat is neatly engraved with simple patent marking “D.R.G.M.”. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in about good condition, the buttstock showing a screw bolster through the wrist, chips along the edge of the right-side thumb rest and left corner where it meets the stock and the stock fit is a bit loose. The forend shows a small peculiar hole at about its midpoint and a moderate crack at the nose. The stock features medium-sized ramshorn cheekpiece and the rifle is sighted with adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc and protected bead-on-post ramp front sight. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. This is a very respectable example piece of a rather rare system that could no doubt be spruced up a bit by a good wood man.

(13C11108-29) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/2500)

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464. WISCONSIN PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY MEUNIER

.48 cal, 32” octagon barrel with reeded edge muzzle turned for starter with a bright near excellent bore showing a little subtle oxidation in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel has mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered light handling marks and a bit of old pitting around the nipple bolster. The top flat retains strong J. Meunier Milwaukee markings while the upper tang and lockplate retain some wisps of case-hardened colors mostly toning to smoky gray patina, the hammer with a few spots of moderate pitting. The rifle is equipped with pewter nosecap, German silver wedge escutcheons and iron hardware consisting of a fancy spur triggerguard and long Berg-style buttplate. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a little older added oil finish with a few scattered thin drying cracks and light dings and the stock features a nice scant shadowline cheekpiece. A nicelymade walnut palm rest is included along with a brass-tipped hickory ramrod and the rifle is sighted with a long tube aperture tang sight and target globe front with bead-on-post. The lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A very good rifle from this well-regarded Wisconsin maker. (13B11108-85) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1800/2200)

465. FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS BICYCLE REVOLVER serial #94569, 32 S&W, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely Second Model revolver, retaining 99% original nickel finish and showing only the odd light handling mark with a fleck or two of light oxidation here or there. The rear sight latch and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina showing attractive case-hardened colors and the triggerguard retains generous original blue showing some light silvering along the belly. This revolver displays handsome No. 2 factory engraving along the sides and topstrap, absent on the belly, showing handsome foliate scroll motif throughout with punch-dot backing on the flanks of the frame and barrel, remaining crisp throughout. The smooth motherof-pearl grip panels with gold S&W medallions remain excellent with the only apology being a very small chip missing from the top left corner of the left panel. Timing and lockup appear sound. Included is a period hinged cardboard box for the 3 1/2" counterpart to this gun which remains in excellent overall condition showing light soiling and minimal corner and edge wear for its age. A lovely factory engraved Second Model. (26A10826-376) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

466. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #76483, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces of this revolver have toned largely to a dull gray patina, retaining traces of fading original silver finish in the protected areas, showing scattered handling wear and light oxidation staining throughout visible under direct light.

The hammer has toned largely to a bright gunmetal patina and retains handsome vestiges of original gold-washed finish on the top and left side and the cylinder stop shows remnants of original fading blue. This revolver has been adorned with handsome Nimschke-style engraving, showing punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the frame and cylinder, with the rear and top straps showing intertwined geometric linework and a familiar sunburst behind the hammer. The flanks of the barrel and ejector rod housing show crosshatching and foliate flourish; barrel markings and engravings remain largely crisp and excellent with the main apology being some softening on the knurls of the barrel release latch. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent overall showing only a few flecks of handling wear and fitting snugly. Timing and lockup appear sound and the gun exhibits no discernible play when at rest. A fine Third Issue which still offers generous glimpses of its former glory. (26B10826576) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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467. SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION MEXICAN MODEL REVOLVER

serial #4615, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel finish, showing scattered handling marks throughout, with some flaking finish scattered along the barrel and cylinder and oxidation staining faintly visible in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky patina showing attractive case-hardened colors and the trigger housing retains generous original blue interspersed with light oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing minimal handling wear throughout and toning to a deep chocolate brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap. This remains a fine example of the desirable Mexican Model sure to please the collector. (26B10826-291) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

468. LOVELY NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #13298, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Issue have toned largely to a mild gunmetal patina, showing remnants of original silver finish in the protected areas, with scattered light handling, high edge wear, and flecks of light oxidation staining throughout. The hammer, ejector rod, and front sight blade retain vestiges of gold-wash finish and the cylinder stop traces of original blue, with the balance toning to gunmetal, and the left-side hammer in particular shows a handsome mix of silver tarnish and gold. It has been adorned with lovely Nimschkestyle engraving, showing handsome punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the barrel and frame, with geometric linework and bordering through the top and gripstrap and familiar sunburst motifs on the cylinder flats and belly; the left-side frame features a skillfully executed pony in a foliate panel, retaining strong vestiges of silver finish, and the opposite side presents the same panel which has interestingly been left unadorned. The mother-of-pearl grip panels remain excellent with the only apology being a small sliver missing from the crest of the right panel. Barrel markings and all embellishments remain crisp and timing and lockup appear sound. A beautiful Third Issue. (26B10826-582) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

469. COLT MODEL 1860 PERCUSSION REVOLVER

ARMY

serial #33306, .44 cal., 8” barrel with a very good bore showing light pitting and oxidation its full-length with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1862-made revolver are a mix of pewter and brown patina with areas of blue remaining on the loading lever and in protected areas. There are scattered specks of light oxidation and patches of pinprick pitting with silvering along the high edges and the brass triggerguard has a lovely ochre patina. The cylinder scene is no longer visible and the remaining markings have softened slightly but remain clear and legible. The replacement grip rates excellent and fits extremely well. All visible parts are matching numbered to the gun and the action appears to function well mechanically. This 1860 Army shows honest use and seems to have been well cared for and remains a solid example with good character. Included is an additional period correct unmarked grip that remains in very good condition. (10B11543-6) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

470. U.S. MODEL 1803 FLINTLOCK RIFLE BY HARPERS FERRY About .58 cal., 36” part round part octagon smooth-bored barrel with a very good lightly-oxidized bore.

This Type II Model 1803 rifle has been reconverted to flint and was smooth-bored to its current caliber though the remnants of the original rifling may be seen. The barrel, under rib and lock are toning to a dull gray patina with scattered areas of light oxidation and light and moderate pitting throughout; some of the pitting around the breech appears to have been applied. The brass components have aged to a dark mustard patina with areas of minor tarnish and light handling marks. The remnants of the raised “US” and raised “P” in sunken oval cartouches on the left quarter-flat of the breech are visible. The Federal Eagle at the center of the correct Type II lockplate is lost to moderate pitting though its faint outline may be discerned and the rear of the lockplate bears a crisp “HARPERS / FERRY / 1819”. The frizzen and frizzen spring are later replacements while the cock and integral iron pan appear to be original with the pan showing a brazed repair. The interior of the patchbox, lockplate and sideplate show Roman numeral assembly marks. The walnut halfstock with left side cheekpiece rates about very good plus with a coat of added finish, a few filled repairs and cracks around the action and some other expected minor handling marks. There are no visible cartouches on the stock. The lockplate screws, barrel tang screw and cupped trumpet-head ramrod are later replacements, the forward triggerguard pin is missing allowing the front of the guard to hang lower than the stock and the spring-loaded patchbox works as designed. The sights are intact and the action is strong and crisp. The Model 1803 was used extensively in the War of 1812 and is further significant for being the only muzzleloading flintlock rifle produced in a national armory. (23B10990-2) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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471. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER WITH BOX serial #1849, 22 RF, 3” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered fine oxidation or mild frosting and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish showing a few sparsely scattered tiny flakes and some light dings and thin scratches mostly along the cylinder. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all markings remain intact and crisp.

The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition with some light handling marks and the right panel scratch-numbered to the gun. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included pebbled paper-covered box remains in very fine condition with some light scuffs along the corners and some mild staining. The correct end label is intact in fine condition and the interior lid label shows a little minor flaking. Both the interior and exterior of the base have been later ink-numbered to match the revolver. A fine example of a First Model 22 Hand Ejector. (13B11790-2) {C&R} (2000/2500)

472. SMITH & WESSON 22/32 KIT GUN DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX serial #532262, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pre-war revolver retain about 96% original bright blue showing some scattered handling marks and fine flaking under bright light, the cylinder with a light turn line and the fronstrap showing some light scratches. The hammer and grooved trigger retain nice vibrant case-hardened colors and all markings remain crisp. The revolver wears a set of checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions that remain in very fine condition showing a few tiny dings and retaining crisp checkering. The grips are un-numbered replacements and show some very subtle fitting marks along the edges and bases that was fairly well executed and they now fit nicely. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the revolver is sighted with factory adjustable rear sight with the square notch blade neatly widened to match the rather nice period front sight that is a wide blade with gold insert. The action seems to function well mechanically and the revolver includes and un-numbered factory red cardboard post-war box with gold metal corner reinforcements and end label that is matching the configuration of the revolver including the “ROUND” ink-stamped surcharge for the round butt frame. The box contains a “Helpful Hints” factory pamphlet that shows some moderate foxing. An attractive pre-war Kit Gun. (13A11790-3) {C&R} (2000/2500)

473. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 357 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S94474, 357 Magnum, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely early 1950’s fivescrew revolver shows only minimal use over the years. The revolver retains about 99% original blue finish. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun.

It includes the original gold factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning rod with attachments, early style sight adjustment tool (screwdriver) with heavily knurled steel handle, and a “Helpful Hints” brochure. The box, accessories, and brochure rate excellent.

This would be a superb addition to any collection. (8A11790-1) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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474. STRONG FIREARMS BREECHLOADING SIGNAL CANNON 8 ga. blank, 15 1/2” barrel (19 1/2” overall from muzzle to cascabel) with a good to very good bore showing scattered fine oxidation and verdigris staining. The bronze barrel has a nice bright ocher patina with some spots of light tarnish and a couple of light impact marks, the interior of the breech showing moderate tarnish and verdigris. The breechblock has a slightly darker patina and shows some light edge wear mainly along the left edge possibly from being an earlier replacement. The interior of the breechblock is numbered “1” while the barrel is unmarked. Some of “THE STRONG FIREARMS” marks atop the breechblock have been lost to time with only faint traces of the Federal Eagle visible. The mahogany carriage remains in fair condition with dents, handling marks, flaking finish, edge wear and tiny cracks where the rear tie-down eyes were once present. The front two capsquare nuts are no longer present and the remaining nuts are loose leaving the carriage loose and unstable. The wheels show more wear with tiny cracks and handling marks, the axle block also show tiny cracks the capsquare nuts are modern hardware replacements leaving the block loose. The screw plug on the bottom of the cascabel is missing preventing the cannon from firing properly, the ejector however remains in place. The carriage at its highest point measures 9 1/2” and the width is 6” at the front wheels. Due to excessive weight, extra shipping and crating will apply. A good smaller version of the medium size Strong signal cannon that could make a good firing cannon once again with a little refurbishing. (5B11390-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

475. EARLY ANTIQUE STRONG FIREARMS BREECHLOADING SIGNAL CANNON 12 ga. blank, 8 1/4” barrel (10” overall from muzzle to cascabel) with a bright bore showing some sparsely scattered fine frosting and light verdigris at the muzzle. This is an early first variation, pre-1886 cannon with stepped bore. The bronze barrel and locking lever have a lovely bright ocher patina with some sparse spots of tarnish and tiny nicks and marks.

The elevator, striker and remaining hardware have a similar patina with perhaps a little more tarnish and staining. The underside of the barrel is stamped with a small number “2”, the breechblock is unnumbered. The front underside of the carriage and right barrel rest are numbered “45” which is also present on the underside of the trunnion caps, all markings remain clear.

The mahogany carriage remains in good condition showing light age staining, a thin horizontal crack through its center and left side from the front capsquare nut to the rear edge along with light edge wear and handling marks.

The bottom rear side rails show flexing cracks that have been stabilized with a 2” x 4” piece of 5/16” copper stock. The two rear trunnion holes have stripped with age, the screw threads wrapped in thin string. The pull cord may be a later replacement and the extractor is no longer present. A very good example of these early smaller Strong yacht cannons. (5A11390-15) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

476. MARLIN MODEL 39 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #S16346, 22 S, L, LR, 24” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, magazine tube and small parts retain about 97% original blue with some thinning on the magazine tube to blue-gray patina under bright direct light, scattered light handling marks, and a few small spots of wear on the top of the barrel near the breech. The lever is toning to a light gray patina with some fine speckles of light oxidation. The frame is toning to a smoky gray casehardened patina with some vibrant colors remaining in the protected areas. The barrel and frame markings are crisp with the upper tang showing the desirable Marlin sixpointed star. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend very good with some areas of finish wear, multiple cracks around the toe of the buttstock, and some light handling marks. The Marlin “bullseye” is intact on the toe line showing a touch of added finish. There is a chip missing from the toe of the factory buttplate. The barrel is sighted with a Lyman globe front with post insert, the rear sight dovetail is filled with a slot blank, and a tang sight without aperture insert is at the rear. (23B11230-38) {C&R} (1500/2500)

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477. HOPKINS & ALLEN FALLING BLOCK SPORTING RIFLE TWO BARREL SET serial #7068, 32 RF/CF & 44 Shot, 26” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing crisp rifling throughout, the chamber however with moderate oxidation and 24” round smoothbore shot barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting. This rifle is equipped with the takedown screw mounted to the right side of the action and the barrel is marked “32 R.F.”, though the breechblock appears to be equipped with a centerfire firing pin. The barrel retains about 85-90% original blue showing even fading to mild gray-brown patina under bright light and some scattered light handling marks and oxidation speckling. All markings are crisp showing Hopkins & Allen Manfg. Co. address, Merwin, Hulbert & Co. agent marking, 1885 patent and “Patent Applied For”. The sights retain generous fire blue and the action is a relatively even mix of fading original case-hardened colors and medium gray-brown patina with some mild old oxidation staining and an area of small dings along the right-side edge. The shotgun barrel has mostly toned to a medium gray-brown patina showing a bit of old oxidation staining and retains strong markings with 1885 patent and “X.L. SHOT-GUN 44 CAL.C.F.” The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and smooth forends remain in very good plus condition retaining strong oil finish with scattered light dings, a couple of thin drying cracks forming at the upper tang and repaired chip at the toe. The checkering remains strong and the original hard rubber buttplate is intact showing a small chip at the toe. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and small German silver blade front sight and both sets of barrels and their forends are matching the action. An attractive example of these desirable rifles. (13B11230-27) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

478. HAENEL ORIGINAL SYSTEM AYDT SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #12450, 8.15x46R, 31 1/2” fluted octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel of this rifle retains perhaps 75% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light and toning overall to a deep plum-brown under bright light along with a bit of old oxidation staining. The action is toning to a deep smoky gray mixing with generous strong case-hardened colors and embellished with attractive wide Germanic foliate motifs. The right side shows Cupid holding target and goblet while the bow of the guard shows a rendition of the Green Man. The top flat is neatly inlaid in gold “HAENEL ORIGINAL AYDT” and the underside barrel shows “(Crown) / A”, both of these features indicating total production by the Haenel company and inspection by C.W. Aydt. The checkered walnut buttstock and smooth schnabel forend remain in about very good plus condition showing some older added varnish and scattered light handling marks. The buttstock shows a number of small filler repairs to dings, larger synthetic repair to the right-side thumb rest and repaired u-shaped crack left of the upper tang. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock features the expected generous left-side cheekpiece. The breechblock shows system number “12450” while the barrel and buttplate are serial-numbered “12591”. The underside of the action ahead of the lever has been threaded for a palm rest and there are a pair of target blocks mounted to the barrel along with two extra holes atop the rail. The sling swivels are intact and the rifle is sighted with a typical adjustable tang sight with Oscar Will selectable aperture diopter and a more modern target globe front sight with crosshair aperture insert. The double set triggers seem to function well mechanically. A nice Haenel original. (13C11287-21) {C&R} [John D. Hamilton Collection] (2000/3000)

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479. GERMAN ORIGINAL SYSTEM AYDT SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY BRUNO ANSCHUTZ serial #5246, 8.15x46mmR, 31 3/4” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a couple small areas of shallow fine pinprick pitting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this June 1926 proof-dated rifle retains about 90% original blue with most of the loss due to some old oxidation and pinprick pitting along some of the high edges. The barrel flats show retailer markings inlaid in silver “A. FREIBERGER / AUGSBURG” and the barrel groove has been fitted with a more modern 9 5/8” long aluminum base onto which a pair of target blocks are mounted. The action retains nearly 90% vi-

brant case-hardened colors showing a few lightly cleaned areas of mild oxidation staining mostly along the right side and along the outside of the lever, along with some other mild oxidation speckles and the lever with some pinprick pits.

The lever release retains good fire blue and the breechblock and small action parts remain mostly bright with a little oxidation staining. The top of the action shows circled “BA” maker’s mark and the point of the lever is fitted with rather nice little horn panels embossed with the maker’s initials over “Meister-Buchse”. The checkered walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in very good plus condition retaining strong original varnish and showing some scattered light dings, handling marks, and a few thin slivers and flakes against the buttplate. The stock features a stippled right-side thumb rest which shows a small chip at its rear edge, tall generous cheekpiece with pointed comb, and the expected heavy schuetzen buttplate with shows some remnants of smoky case-hardened colors. The rear sling swivel stud is vacant while the front retains its swivel, there is a vacant tang sight base and the protected ramp front sight retains strong fire blue and is equipped with a fine bead-on-post insert. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. An attractive German schuetzen rifle. (13B11287-28) {C&R} [John D. Hamilton Collection] (1000/1500)

480. DESIRABLE U.S. MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION PISTOL BY PALMETTO ARMORY .54 cal, 8 1/2” round barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This rare pistol has seen some honest use, the metal surfaces mostly toned to a deep oxidized plum-brown patina showing scattered areas of old oxidation and some light pinprick pitting. The brass hardware is a mild ocher and pale goldenrod patina showing some scattered light dings and no doubt an old lightly cleaning. The

markings have softened from the years, the center of the lockplate retaining palm tree surrounded by “PALMETTO ARMORY / S (Star) C”. The rear of the plate retains a legible “COLUMBIA” though strangely the second line with “SC” and the date has been ground off very long ago, the patina in this area similar to the balance of the pistol. The palm tree proof at the breech is partially visible and the “Wm Glaze & Co” markings are discernible though faint. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition showing some darkening from the years and mild oxidation leaching, the left side with a bit more wear showing a minor drying crack at the lock screw, small divot on the flat and a stretch of moderate dings. There is a small punch mark on the inside of the lockplate, the inside barrel and breech plug show matching assembly number “V1” while the underside of the bolster shows a “1”. A simple hickory ramrod is included, the half cock notch is worn and the lock otherwise seems to function well mechanically at full cock. An honest example of the rare Palmetto Armory pistol, only about 1000 of which were produced and are considered secondary Confederate martial arms. (13C10575-82) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

481. FINE U.S. MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY JOHNSON .54 cal, 8 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely pistol in the original flint that appears to have seen little to no service use. The metal surfaces remain partially bright showing some sparsely scattered fine pinprick pitting, a couple small dings and the buttcap and triggerguard show evidence of a light cleaning with some remnants of minor old pitting. The lockplate has mostly toned to a mottled gray patina showing a hint of smoky case-hardened colors in the protected areas between the frizzen spring, the frizzen spring and a few of the smaller parts also showing good remnants of straw color. All markings remain quite crisp and clear with "US / JH / P" at the breech and "US. / R. JOHNSON / MIDDN CONN / 1842" in the center of the lockplate. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good plus condition showing small cracks at the bottom right edge of the grip and ahead of the lockplate, a more moderate crack through the left side of the grip and some scattered light dings. These issues could likely be addressed by a good woodman and the stock is otherwise very attractive with nice edges, strong original finish and two wonderful cartouches on the left flat. All of the lock parts are matching by assembly code "VII" and the pan and lock inlet of the stock stamped with corresponding "*M". The swiveling ramrod assembly is intact and the lock functions crisply. A very attractive example of these handsome U.S. martial pistols. (13B11739-96) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

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482. LOVELY U.S. MODEL 1842 PERCUSSION PISTOL BY ASTON .54 cal, 8 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The in-the-white metal surfaces of this very fine pistol are a pleasant silvery gunmetal patina showing a few small areas of lightly cleaned pinprick pitting and a couple scattered light dings. The trigger still retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The brass hardware is a mild goldenrod patina overall showing just a few scattered light dings, scratches and other handling marks. All markings remain crisp and clear with nice "P" sub-inspector marks on all major components, "US / JH / P" at the breech and the lockplate and tang both dated 1847. The walnut stock remains in very good plus to near excellent condition showing a very thin crack ahead of the lock screw, scattered light dings and scratches. The stock retains most of its original finish, nice "P" sub-inspector stamp and wonderful boxed inspector cartouches on the left flat. The swiveling ramrod assembly is intact and the lock functions crisply. A near excellent example that would be very difficult to improve upon. (13C11739-97) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

483. FINE GALLAGER CIVIL WAR BREECHLOADING CARBINE BY RICHARDSON & OVERMAN

serial #20194, 56 Spencer, 22 1/4” barrel with a bright very fine bore.

This carbine, which Flayderman refers to as the Final Model, is one of about 5000 made which were chambered for the 56-52 Spencer cartridge. The breech has been fitted with an extractor and the nipple replaced with a firing pin device (this one appears to be frozen in place). The barrel of this fine example retains about 93-95% original thinning blue with some old light oxidation around the breech, light wear to gray around the muzzle, and some scattered tiny impact and light handling marks. The buttplate is toning to a gray patina with some wear on the heel and remnants of original blue on the tang while the patchbox shows flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina along with remnants of original blue. The lockplate is toning to a dark gray patina, the hammer is also toning to gray with some light pitting and speckles of light oxidation. The balance of metal surfaces are toning to a blend of smoky and pewter-gray case-hardened patinas with areas of fine pinprick pitting and speckles of light oxidation along with a modest amount of original case-hardened colors in the protected areas. The lockplate markings are correct and crisp and there are clear “J.M.D.” inspection initials on the top of the breech. The walnut buttstock rates very fine with the expected dings and light handling marks and a clear boxed inspection cartouche on the left side of the wrist behind the intact sling bar and ring. The original sights are intact and the action is strong and crisp. A very fine example of these interesting cartridge-converted Gallager carbines. (23B11217-33) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

484.

RARE FRENCH MINIE- CORDIER PERCUSSION TRAINING RIFLE

serial #588, .50 cal, 16 1/4” barrel with a fair-good bore showing scattered oxidation and light pitting with evident rifling throughout. These interesting full-sized training rifles were made by Cordier of Paris and feature a true barrel of only about 16 1/4”, the nipple bolster mounted ahead of the forend and the hammer impacting a long striker rod. The lock mechanism is all internal except for the exposed hammer. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a medium gunmetal patina with gray-brown undertones and some old oxidation staining scattered about. All markings remain intact and strong showing circled “CC” and serial number ahead of the rear sight, and serial number, Minie markings and circled “C” on the underside of the barrel. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition with scattered light dings and some slivers along the striker channel edges. There is a repaired crack through the lock screw escutcheon and a neatly inlaid section of walnut behind the upper tang to bolster the repair. The rear sling swivel hardware appears to be an old period replacement, the original sights are intact and the lock is crisp. An interesting and seldom-seen piece for the antique martial collector. (13B11346-21) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

485. ATTRACTIVE BRITISH BRASS-BARRELED FLINTLOCK OFFICERS PISTOL BY KETLAND & CO. .56 cal, 9 1/4” round barrel with very slightly swamped muzzle and a moderately oxidized bore. The brass barrel and fittings have mostly toned to a nice pale goldenrod patina showing a few scattered minor dings, light handing marks and some areas of mild tarnishing. The barrel shows light embellishments at the breech and nice markings with impressed “(Crown) / P” and “(Crown) / V” proofs and “LONDON” atop. The lockplate is of simple but attractive form with line border, pronounced teat at the rear, and unbridled frizzen toning to a deep plum-brown patina and showing some scattered old light oxidation. The center of the lockplate is very neatly engraved “Ketland / & Co”. The attractive brass fittings consist of single ramrod thimble with nicely formed tailpipe, rolled edge triggerguard with nice acorn finial, food chopper rear lock escutcheon, and monogram plate atop the wrist showing light zigzag bordering. The walnut stock with flat-sided grip remains in very fine condition maintaining a lovely honest appearance with strong oil finish and raised grain throughout. The stock shows just some scattered light dings and handling marks to be expected otherwise retaining fine edges and fit throughout. The original brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Ketland pistol. (13B11133-5) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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486. BRITISH BRASS-BARRELED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL BY ALLPORT & KETLAND .54 cal, 8” round barrel with a very good bore. The brass barrel and fittings are mostly a pleasant mild goldenrod patina showing some scattered light dings and areas of light tarnishing. The breech shows light embellishments and Birmingham proof marks, engraved “LONDON” on top. The lockplate is of rather spartan construction with unbridled frizzen and is mostly a mild graybrown patina showing some scattered old oxidation staining and a little pinprick pitting. The cock shows some evident file marks and may be an old replacement but certainly looks the part. The center of the lockplate retains very nice strong markings with “ALLPORT / Late Wth / KETLAND & CO”. Brass fittings are of typical construction featuring single ramrod thimble with tailpipe, triggerguard with simple finial, buttcap, flat sideplate and monogram plate atop the wrist. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a few small chips and cracks scattered about, some of which are repaired, light dents and dings to be expected. The left edge of the forend has been smoothed down for about 5 1/2”, no doubt a thin sliver broke off long ago and the area has since been lightly dressed. The fit of the remaining hardware otherwise remains very good, a simple horn-tipped ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Many of these pistols were imported by the likes of Henry Young and A.W. Spies and were popular with American militiamen in the early 1800s. (13B11133-2) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

487. SCARCE ROUCHOUSE REFORM PALM PISTOL serial #2294, 8mm CF, 3 3/8” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little mild oxidation and frosting with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 70% original bright blue showing some scattered flaking to mild graybrown patina and light handling marks. The frame retains perhaps 40% original nickel finish in the protected areas with the balance toning to a pleasant smooth gunmetal gray patina showing just a few pinprick pits and minor oxidation speckles. The frame shows light etched geometric motifs and there is an additional number “228” stamped along the top right edge. The bottom of the frame bears a French patent mark that has softened slightly along with a larger block letter stamped marking that is difficult to discern as the letters were poorly struck. The design of this squeeze bar pistol is a development of Rouchouse’s “Le Merveilleux” pistol with its distinctive sprung ejector/interrupter bar on the right side but the magazine follower system is a little different on this, being equipped with a small lanyard ring and the frame layout simplified a bit. The action seems to function well mechanically. A fine example of these interesting and rather desirable little pistols. (13B11777-11) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

488. FINE JAMES WARNER SECOND MODEL PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER serial #6321, .31 cal, 4” round barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little oxidation speckling nearer the muzzle and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this second variation revolver retain about 60% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light with some thin light cleaning striations to mild oxidation staining and toning to gray-brown patina. The hash mark and wavy line decoration around the cylinder and the patent date remain crisp. The frame retains about 85-90% original silver finish that shows some lightly flaked areas toning to mild gunmetal gray and blending in rather nicely with the surrounding lightly tarnished silver. The topstrap maker markings are crisp and the hammer and loading lever show nice smoky case-hardening. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition retaining most of their original varnish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The brass post front sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very handsome example of these quality pocket revolvers that were quite popular in the 1860s. (13B11777-35) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

489. BROWN MFG. CO. SOUTHERNER SINGLE SHOT DERINGER serial #1301, 41 RF, 2 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel of this fine pistol retains about 70% nice original bright blue showing some sparse pinprick pits and flaking to a mild gray-brown patina. The maker markings on the left side and prominent “SOUTHERNER” on top remain crisp and the rear edges of the barrel are excellent showing absolutely no hammer nose dings that are usually so common on this model. The frame retains some wisps of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas with overall toning to a lovely smoky case-hardened patina and showing a little minor oxidation speckling. The hammer shows vibrant colors throughout while the screw heads retain nice fire blue. The smooth rosewood grips are near excellent showing somewhat worn finish and light handling marks.

The barrel locks up solidly and the hammer is crisp. This is a very nice Southerner deringer, seldom seen with any condition. (13B11777-24) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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490. REMINGTON NEW MODEL POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER

serial #10541, .36 cal, 4 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small spots of oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this fine revolver retain about 75% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to graybrown patina and some mild oxidation speckling. The frame and loading lever have mostly toned to a nice smooth gray-brown patina with some flakes of original bright blue in the protected areas. The hammer shows good smoky case-hardening, the trigger retains a hint of fire blue and the triggerguard is a nice ocher patina. The smooth walnut grips are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition showing some light edge wear and handling marks. The silver blade front sight is intact and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example of the desirable and attractive Police Model. (13B11777-4) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

491. REMINGTON NEW MODEL POCKET CARTRIDGE REVOLVER serial #25752, 32 RF, 4 1/2” octagon barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing light pitting its full-length and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish showing some light flaking mostly along the cylinder edges and breech area toning to a deep plum-brown patina and showing some old oxidation staining. The barrel markings remain mostly crisp and the smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition showing flaking original varnish and scattered light dings. The barrel is matching the frame and the cylinder and its back plate are matching each other by assembly number “2528”. The action seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lockup. This is a very fine long-barreled factory cartridge conversion. (13A11777-13) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

492. VERY FINE SHARPS & HANKINS MODEL 3A PEPPERBOX PISTOL serial #1657, 32 RF, 3 1/2” four-barrel cluster with mostly bright very good bores showing some scattered small areas of light oxidation and pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original silver finish showing a little minor flaking at the muzzles and along the right side barrels, and a few scattered minor dings. The silver has taken on a lovely dark tarnish overall, all markings remain crisp and the barrel release button retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The black checkered gutta-percha grips remain in excellent condition, the barrels lock-up nicely, the case extractor is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely early Model 3 with the sideplate. (13A11777-20) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

493. LOVELY MOORE’S PATENT FIREARMS CO. NO. 1 DERINGER PISTOL serial #1038, 41 RF, 2 1/2” barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some scattered light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this very fine deringer retain about 97% original heavy silver finish showing some very fine flaking and subtle edge wear, subtle bubbling in a few areas and other light handling marks. The hammer shows some smoky case-hardening and the barrel markings are rather light under the silver, remaining partially legible. The factory embellishments are otherwise very crisp and strong featuring attractive wide flowing foliate scrollwork, punch-dot background shading, checkered shield on grip, arrows on sides of barrel and a small blossom at the top frame flat. The barrel locks up well and the hammer is crisp. An excellent little Moore for the antique arms collector. (13B11777-34) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

494. JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER serial #4039, 22 RF, 1 1/2” seven-shot cylinder with oxidized bores. The metal surfaces of this attractive example retain about 90% original silver finish showing some sharp edge wear to ocher brass along the frame and most of the loss along the cylinder that shows some flaking to oxidized brown patina along the edges, along with some fine bubbling. The silver has otherwise taken on an attractive honest patina overall and this earlier example bears only the “MY FRIEND” marking on the left side of the frame below the cylinder. The metal surfaces retain fine strong factory embellishments of wide detailed flowing foliate scrollwork, light punch-dot shading, simple line bordering, starburst at muzzle and checkered panel along backstrap. The hammer screw appears to be an old period replacement, the original base pin is intact and the mainspring is a bit weak but the action otherwise seems to function normally with correct timing and lock-up. A very fine example with the more desirable earlier marking. (13B11777-31) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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495. FINE ROMANIAN CONTRACT PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. PEABODY RIFLE 45 Romanian, 33” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice example of an interesting contract rifle, the barrel retaining about 90% original blue showing some scattered small areas of old oxidation and mild toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The action and lockplate retain a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the loss mostly due to scattered old oxidation and freckling. Most of the screw heads retain lovely brilliant fire blue and the manufacturer markings on the left side of the action are strong. The barrels bands and rear sight show remnants of original bright blue flaking to a deep gray-brown patina and the buttplate is a smoky case-hardened patina. The smooth walnut buttstock and fulllength forend remain in very fine condition with strong original oil finish showing a small abrasion along the forend, thin flake forming at the heel and some other scattered light dings. The left side of the wrist retains a small boxed “WC” inspector cartouche and the sling swivels, cleaning rod and original sights are intact. A period leather sling in very good condition is also included. Romania purchased about 25,000 Peabody rifles from Providence Tool Co. circa 1868 and they are more or less standard configuration guns except for their Romanian chambering and special rear leaf sight which is very Swiss in its appearance. This example appears to be un-serialized and bears no additional markings suggesting it was likely a contract overrun. A nice example of a seldom-seen variant for the martial collector. (13B11625-7) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

496. SPENCER MODEL 1865 REPEATING CARBINE BY BURNSIDE RIFLE CO. serial #8945A, 56 Spencer, 20” three-groove barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some scattered areas of old oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This interesting example may be a commercial sale carbine or government reject as it has a peculiar “A” suffix after the serial number, there do not appear to be any inspector marks on the parts though a few of them do show scattered rather prominent punch marks.

The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mix of deep gray and gray-brown patina with some scattered old light pitting and handling marks. The inside protected areas of the breechblock retain a healthy amount of nice case-hardened colors and the arm is not equipped with the Stabler cutoff device. All markings remain intact and strong, the top chamber flat bearing the usual Model, patent and maker’s information. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some older added finish that has darkened from the years with scattered light dings and handling marks. The sling swivels, ring and proper sights are intact, the barrel is matching the action though does not bear the “A” suffix and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example that is a little bit out of the ordinary for the antique arms collector. (13C11625-2) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

497. BURNSIDE RIFLE CO. FIFTH MODEL CIVIL WAR CARBINE

serial #15366, .54 cal, 21” barrel with a mostly bright good bore showing some scattered light oxidation and a patch of m o d - erate oxidation and old pitting for about 2” at the muzzle, the remaining areas with strong rifling. The barrel shows generous remnant streaks of original blue toning overall to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina with some overall old mild oxidation.

The action also retains generous wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas toning to a mix of gray-brown and silvery gray case-hardened patina. The breechblock and lever retain perhaps 60-70% original bright blue and all proper markings remain mostly strong throughout. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition showing some older added varnish with scattered old abrasions and dings, the left side of the wrist with remnants of two inspector cartouches. All proper hardware is intact, the serialized parts are matching and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable Burnside carbine for the Civil War Collector. (13B11738-RC15) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (1200/1800)

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498. FINE W. COLLATH DURAL FRAME UNDERLEVER BOCKBUCHSFLINTE COMBINATION GUN serial #22495, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 7x65R, 26” Prima-Kruppstahl barrels, the shotgun choked extra full, both with bright excellent bores. This Tesco-era Collath gun is in an interesting and scarce configuration, very large-sized and with duralumin action. The barrels retain about 94% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and small areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The solid rib is neatly matted and fitted with claw mount-style bases and the barrel flanges show nice geometric motif engraving. The action retains a similar amount of original black anodized finish with most of the loss due to some silvering along the high edges and a few scattered light handling marks. The action is embellished in full coverage with nice swirling filigree scrollwork, fine line background shading and curlicue borders throughout. The upper tang shows “TESCO” marking neatly engraved and the sides show the familiar Collath markings. The horn underlever and triggerguard remain in excellent condition. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and two-piece forend remain in very fine condition showing a little older varnish with some

scattered light dings and handling marks The checkering with wide mullered borders remains mostly strong and the wood exhibits some subtle attractive grain figure. The stock is slightly cast-off and features hard rubber pistolgrip cap, small left-side cheekpiece and grooved horn buttplate. Length-of-pull is 14”, the sling swivels are intact and the gun is sighted with flip-up u-notch rear sight and silver bead front. Weight is 7 lbs. 14 oz., the barrels lock-up well and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very fine high grade Collath in an interesting and unusual configuration. (13C11778-4) {C&R} (2000/3000)

499. GERMAN SCALLOPED BOXLOCK BOCKBUCHSFLINTE COMBINATION GUN BY M. HIRSCHHEIDE serial #25000, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 8x57JR, 26 1/2” Krupp Fluss-stahl barrels, the shotgun choked full, with bright near excellent bores. The barrels of this attractive gun retain about 94% original blue showing some scattered fine surface oxidation and areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The solid rib is nicely matted and shows “M. HIRSCHHEIDE, HOMBURG v.d.H.” marking along with some light filigree scroll engraving nearer the breech. The action retains about 80% original vibrant case-hardened colors showing some scattered old gray-brown oxidation staining and toning to smoky gray patina with generous protective lacquer in the more protected areas. The action shows nice rose and tight filigree scrollwork throughout with fine matting on top and heavy swooping bolster. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks from the years and the forend with one small chip at the rear right corner. The checkering remains strong and the wood shows some subtle attractive grain figure, the stock with nice shadowline left-side cheekpiece, horn pistolgrip cap and grooved horn buttplate that shows some light insect damage and a synthetic filler repair at the toe. The toe of the buttplate is also neatly carved-in-relief with the number “13735”. The rifle is

sighted with a u-notch rear sight with single additional flip-up leaf, medium silver bead front and a nice flip-up tang peep sight that folds snugly into the tang. The arm features cocking indicator pins, front rifle set trigger, non-automatic safety and locks up solid on-face via dual under-bites and a single Greener crossbolt lug. Length-of-pull is 14”, weight is 6 1/2 lbs., and action seems to function well mechanically. This is a fine German Bockbuchsflinte, from the affluent resort town of Homburg vor der Hohe. (13C11778-14) {C&R} (1800/2200)

500. BRITISH COMMERCIAL SHORT LAND PATTERN BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET BY WILLIAMS About .75 cal., 42” barrel with a fine bore. This attractive Short Land New Pattern musket was likely produced for private sale to British volunteer units and shows an old well-done reconversion to flint utilizing antique parts, only detectable upon very close inspection.

The barrel is toning to a slightly mottled gray patina with speckles of pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining, and some fine cleaning striations closer to the muzzle. The Williams-marked lockplate is toning to a plum-gray patina with some pinprick pitting and light oxidation. The brass fittings including the sergeants’ fusil-style flat s-shaped sideplate, flared ramrod thimbles, and unmarked wristplate are toning to warm goldenrod patina with the buttplate showing numerous small impact marks from service, and there is a small chip missing from the front of the tailpipe. The top of the breech shows clear crowned proof and view marks. The lock features a flat swan-necked cock, and a bridled frizzen with curled toe; the reverse of the lockplate is stamped “TK,” and all the components appear to be original period antique. The walnut stock rates fine with a repaired 5” crack between the right wood line and rear barrel wedge, some typical wear around the barrel wedges along the left side of the forend, and some other expected light handling marks. The rear sling swivel is missing, the upper is intact, a steel button-head ramrod is included, and the action is strong and crisp. A fine Short Land Pattern Brown Bess musket for the colonial martial collector. (23B11706-1) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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501. ATTRACTIVE CONTEMPORARY FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK RIFLE BY N.R. HUFF .45 cal, 43” octagon barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore showing oxidation throughout the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a nice rifle in classic style, the barrel retaining about 90% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered surface oxidation and some areas of a bit more noticeable oxidation nearer the breech. The top barrel flat is signed by the maker and appears to be “N. R. Huff”, which preliminary research has not uncovered. The lockplate is similarly finished as barrel and features beveled edges with step at rear and prominent rear point, equipped with faceted pan and bridled frizzen, the touch hole with removable screw vent liner. The rifle is equipped with nice brass furniture that has taken on a mellow ocher patina consisting of a wide nosecap (somewhat loose), faceted ramrod thimbles and tailpipe, triggerguard with thin rear spur, buttplate, patchbox with some light embellishments and toe plate with small German silver release button for the patchbox cover. The button will require some attention as it currently does not open the cover. There is a nice solid raised brass sideplate and a folky German silver starburst inlay on the left-side scant squared-off cheekpiece. The stock is of curly maple showing fine tiger stripe grain figure its full-length and remaining in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and features nice raised carvings with subtle drop points and light foliate flourishes behind the breech tang and along the left side of the buttstock. The rifle is equipped with simple square notch rear sight, generous steel blade front and a brass-tipped hickory ramrod. The lock seems to function well mechanically. This is a nice contemporary rifle in classic early form and with an attractive aged appearance. (13B11803-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

502. ATTRACTIVE PARKER TROJAN SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #232026, 20 ga (2 5/8”) on no. 0 frame, 28” barrels choked improved modified and full with bright near excellent bores, the left showing one tiny ding about 8” back from the muzzle. The barrels of this attractive Parker retain about 90% original blue showing a few sparsely scattered small areas of old mild oxidation staining and slight toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of nice vibrant casehardened colors under an old protective lacquer, most of the loss due to some scattered mottled gray speckling. All markings remain strong and the triggerguard retains a healthy amount of original blue, thinning somewhat overall and showing a few areas of oxidation. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition showing just some scattered light dings, handling marks and a very small hairline crack forming at upper tang. The checkering remains strong and stock fit is very nice, the grooved hard rubber buttplate is intact showing a small flake at the toe and length-of-pull is 13 5/8” is drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. The gun is sighted with single silver bead and weight is 6 lbs. 4 oz. The barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever a touch left-of-center, the front trigger seems a bit more curved forward than usual and the action features automatic safety and seems to function well mechanically. This is a nice Trojan in desirable smallbore chambering. (13C11778-8) {C&R} (2500/4000)

503. BRITISH SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY K.D. RADCLIFFE serial #4210, 20 ga (2 1/2”), 27” barrels choked improved cylinder and full with mostly bright very good bores showing scattered light pitting throughout the forward halves of the bores. The barrels of this attractive British double retain about 97% good quality re-blacking showing some sparsely scattered light handling marks and small areas toning to a deep gray under bright light.

The undersides show Birmingham nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells and the rib retains strong maker mark with 150 High Street Colchester address. The action retains about 99% nicely restored vibrant case-hardened colors retaining strong protective lacquer and embellished with nice quality English filigree scrollwork throughout, both sides also maker-marked in riband. The water table shows discreet Connecticut Shotgun import mark, the upper tang bears “SAFE” inlaid in gold and the top lever, triggerguard and bottom metal retain about 98% restored rust blue. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition as carefully cleaned and refinished showing some scattered remnants of light handling marks and mostly strong checkering.

There is an un-engraved monogram plate along the toe line and the thin checkered horn buttplate shows a small repair at the toe. Length-of-pull is about 14 1/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2” and the stock is cast-off. The gun is equipped with double triggers, automatic safety and silver bead front sight and the barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites. Weight is 5 lbs. 9 oz. and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust intime ejectors. This is a nice high quality ejectorgun in a desirable smallbore chambering. (13C11778-16) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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504. BRITISH BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY ARTHUR TURNER serial #10374, 12 ga., 28" barrels choked a light improved cylinder and a light modified with excellent bores. The barrels retain about 97% later hot rust browning and are maker marked on the rib with a tiny bit of scroll at the rib extension. The frame retains about 90% original case colors toning to pewter on the fences and the edges of the action. The bottom plate shows 98%-99% later hot immersion blue, the trigger plate retains good case colors and the trigger guard shows a purple-hued blue. The straight grip English walnut buttstock rates about excellent and is nicely panel checkered, there is the very beginning of a tiny crack at the right side of the tang, the splinter style forend rates about excellent as well with a horn tip insert. The gun features 2 1/2" chambers and is Nitro proved for 1 1/8 ounce loads. The barrels exhibit the tiniest amount of vertical and lateral play. (11739-117) {C&R} (1800/2200)

505. PARKER GHE GRADE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #148981, 12 ga, 30” professionally monobloced barrels on a No. 2 frame retaining about 98% original blue with some handling marks, muzzle area toned to plum and some slight wear at the breech. Interestingly, the barrels have been bored to accept a larger shell and are marked “3”CH”, these barrels were expertly sleeved, using the original rib marked “DAMASCUS STEEL”. The action is a mostly pewter gray patina and shows hints of case-hardened color in the protected areas on the belly, water table and around the fence, and GH Grade engraved game bird vignettes and loose scroll on the sides and belly. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are highly-figured walnut showing gradients of very dark to warm brown grain patterns with a few scattered light handling marks and several drying cracks, mostly located on the right of the butt. The pistolgrip cap has been repaired, there is a crack running through the middle, the checkering has been enthusiastically chased and there is a cross-bolt repair that can be seen on both sides below the lever, the areas on both sides have been checkered to help the repair match the rest of the stock. The length-of-pull to the dog’s head buttplate is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 7/8” and 3” and the lock up is crisp with lever just left of center. (22A11739-113) {C&R} (1200/1800)

506. VERY FINE SILVER-PLATED & ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #74814, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" ribbed round barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this third model revolver are embellished with lovely period New York-style engraving featuring wide flowing foliate scrollwork with fine line detailing and punch-dot shading and some light zigzagging along the sides of the barrel. The embellishments remain completely intact and quite crisp. The metal surfaces retain about 80% period silver finish showing some light overall flaking to pewter gunmetal that is blending in very nicely with the remaining silver, there are a few minor pinprick pits along the barrel and the silver is taking on a very attractive dark tarnish. The triggerguard and cylinder show faint remnants of gold wash and the barrel address remains crisp and clear. The un-numbered smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in near excellent condition showing some light handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very fine revolver in a handsome silver finish. (13B11739-110) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)

507. AMERICAN PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY L. WHEELOCK

.36 cal, 30" octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few spots of mild oxidation nearer the muzzle and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this rifle retains about 90-92% original plum-brown finish showing some silvering along the high edges and scattered fine oxidation staining. There are four holes for attaching a false muzzle (no longer present) and there is a small diamond shaped inlay of gold just ahead of the front sight, the sight retaining much of its original bright blue. The underside of the barrel is stamped "L. WHEELOCK" and sadly the two ramrod thimbles have broken off at some point. The rifle is equipped with an unmarked back action lock with rather slim-necked hammer; the lock, patent breech and breech tang all show lovely case-hardened colors muting slightly along the lockplate. The double set triggers retain a healthy amount of nice fire blue and the rifle is equipped with rather simple German silver hardware including tailpipe, single spur triggerguard, buttplate with long toe plate, and wedge escutcheons, the right escutcheon showing some light dings. The checkered walnut stock with horn tip remains in very fine condition retaining much of its original oil finish and showing just some scattered light dings, handling marks and a 3/4" chip at the right edge of the horn tip. The fine checkering with neatly mullered borders remains completely intact and mostly crisp and the metal-to-wood fit and edges are excellent.

The rifle is sighted with a small lollipop rear sight and target globe front with fine post. The lock will require a little tinkering as the hammer does not cock reliably. A rather Spartan but nicely constructed rifle. (11739-104) {ANTIQUE} [Ex-David & Lore Squier Collection] (1500/2000)

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508. NEW YORK STATE PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE BY ELI E. CASWELL .36 caliber, 35" medium/heavy weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting rifle that remains in wonderful condition. The barrel is completely unmarked with nicely engraved tang and the lock features very endearing scroll and game scene engraving with retailer mark "WARREN / & STEELE / ALBANY". The only other marking on the gun is "E.E. CASWELL" which is neatly stamped in the toeline of the stock just behind the triggerguard. The Caswells were a large gunmaking family in Lansingburgh New York which is a suburb of Albany. Warren & Steele were importers and dealers in hardware, cutlery, guns, gunmaking tools and a general assortment of sporting and household items. They were Agents for the sale of Remington's barrels and advertised that they sold "Allen's Revolving Pistols". This rifle shows quality workmanship but is simple in design with a drum and nipple rather than a patent breech. The condition of the rifle is very nice with the barrel, which retains its original false muzzle, retaining a lovely even and smooth blue brown with just a little very light scattered surface oxidation present. The lock shows a good deal of faded original color case-hardened finish blending with a gray patina and with all engraving remaining clear and crisp. The stock features engraved iron buttplate, toeplate and triggerguard, the tailpipe and simple rectangular wedge escutcheons are also of iron but are unadorned.

The sideplate is engraved and wing-shaped with kidney-shaped piercing at center, adjacent to this sideplate is a rectangular German silver monogram plate which remains plain except for light border engraving. The stock is pewter tipped and rates excellent with 90% plus original finish and with nice simple cheekrest. The rifle is sighted with a hooded target front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and a classic round lollipop tang sight is in place. The ramrod is missing. This is a nice honest, all original New York percussion target rifle.

(1C11739-105) {ANTIQUE} [Ex-David & Lore Squier Collection] (1000/1500)

509. ENGRAVED & SILVER-PLATED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER WITH GUTTAPERCHA CASE serial #45507, 22 RF, 3 1/4” ribbed octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling. The barrel of this attractive revolver retains perhaps 60-65% original silver finish mostly flaked to gunmetal gray along the sides and top of the rib and showing a little old pitting near the breech, otherwise with strong silver taking on an attractive tarnish. The cylinder has mostly toned to gunmetal gray showing some scattered old pitting. The frame retains about 92% silver finish showing some very mild edge wear toning to ocher brass, scattered light handling marks and the silver again taking on a very nice tarnish overall. The small parts have mostly toned to a mild gray patina and a few of the screw heads show light slot wear. The revolver is engraved in near full coverage with lovely finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork, no doubt the work of Nimschke, with tiny punch-dot shading. The scroll along the frame shows areas intertwining and overlapping and the cylinder shows an attractive twisting scroll motif. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips are scratch-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition showing some very small light chips along the edges and a few more mild handling marks. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number, the small screw atop the cylinder stop/rear sight is missing and barrel-to-frame fit shows a little bit of play. The hammer functions well and timing is good though the cylinder does not lock correctly. The original dark brown gutta-percha case with image of revolver remains in about good condition showing an older repaired Y-shaped break through the lid, dings along the edges and some smaller scattered cracks, the lid and base showing a moderate gap at the hinge point. The motifs along the lid otherwise remain intact and strong. The interior shows some tears along the base lining and a small hole at the bottom right edge through the case, the revolver supports are not present save for the muzzle rest and a part of the cartridge block is chipped.

The embossed lid liner is mostly intact, a small square portion having been cut out for some reason at the top right corner. While the case has somewhat been through the rough-and-tumble, this remains a very nice ensemble, the revolver quite attractive and desirable. (13C11739-107) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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510. DIMINUTIVE NEW YORK PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY NELSON LEWIS .42 cal, 20 3/4” octagon barrel turned for starter (not present) with an oxidized bore showing softened rifling. The barrel of this rifle has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered old light dings and oxidation staining. There are some old dings and tool marks along the under-rib, it perhaps having been neatly reattached during the period of use, and the maker markings and address along the top flat have softened somewhat remaining mostly legible. The back action lockplate is similar to the barrel retaining some streaks of silvery case-hardened patina and the hammer is a bit loose. The rifle is equipped with iron ramrod thimble and pewter nosecap, with the balance of the hardware composed of German silver, including the tailpipe, rectangular wedge escutcheons, dual spur triggerguard, attractive spartan patchbox, crescent buttplate with toeplate, lock screw escutcheon and decorative fox inlay in the cheekpiece. The smooth walnut stock with characteristic Lewis left-side cheekpiece remains in very good condition, the butt end retaining a healthy amount of original varnish showing some scattered light dings, a few minor drying cracks and a small hole along the toe line. The area around the lock screw and much of the forend shows an old added brown finish masking some repaired cracks and chips. Equipped with double set triggers, the lock seems to function well mechanically and the rifle is sighted with its original lollipop tang sight, simple v-notch rear and target globe front with fine bead. A simple replacement hickory ramrod is also included. A rather attractive ladies or perhaps buggy rifle from this prolific New York maker. (13B11739-94) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

511. GERMAN BLITZ ACTION UNDERLEVER DRILLING BY BEHR’S WAFFEN-WERKE serial #2482, 16 ga (2 1/2”) / 9.3x72mmR, 27 1/2” Kruppstahl barrels choked a tight full and improved modified with bright about very fine bores showing a few small areas of mild oxidation speckling and the right barrel with a shallow lightly raised dent about 9” ahead of the chamber. The rifle bore is excellent with crisp rifling. The barrels retain about 94% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and small areas thinning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains perhaps 50% vibrant case-hardened colors in the more protected areas with the balance muting and toning to a pleasant silvery and smoky gray case-hardened patina. The action features some simple line borders with a matted section at the top and the edges of the barrel breeches with a nice geometric border and scallop-engraved dolls head extension. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with subtle schnabel remain in very fine condition showing an old oil finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks, there is a tiny drying crack and a few small flakes at the upper tang. The stock features left-side European cheekpiece and smooth steel buttplate and the arm is equipped with sling swivels. Length-of-pull is 14” with drops of about 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”.

Features Greener safety, upper tang barrel selector, German silver cocking indicator pins, extractor, manual flip-up u-notch rear sight (somewhat loose) and German silver bead front sight. Lockup is by dual underbites with dolls head extension and is tight on-face. The front trigger for the rifle currently does not set properly though the action otherwise seems to function normally. A quality Suhl drilling. (13B11739-40) {C&R} (2000/2500)

512. VINTAGE KRAG 1898 MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE serial #459780, 30-40 Krag, 26” barrel with a bright very fine bore which shows some scattered frosting or minor pitting. The barrel is now primarily a gray-blue patina with toning to plum toward the receiver. The receiver, loading gate and magazine cover all show a nice mottled oil-quenched case-hardened finish. The bolt body shows light operational wear with a bit of staining on the knob and the cocking piece is headless 1899-style, with some very nice pale fire blue on the extractor. The rifle is stocked classic style in American black walnut with checkered grip area, grooved forend and small checkered panel on the underside, with a scant schnabel tip. It rates very good with light handling marks and showing a 13 1/4” length of pull to the smooth steel buttplate and there is a small silver crescent moon inlay on the left side of the butt. There is a banded Lyman sporting ramp front sight, Lyman 48 rear on the left side of the receiver and the barrel has been drilled and tapped for two steel target blocks which are present. A nicely constructed likely 20s-30s vintage Krag sporter. (3A11739-47) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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513. UNMARKED PAIR OF AMERICAN BRASSBARRELED FLINTLOCK PISTOLS About .48 cal, 10 1/8” octagon barrels showing moderate verdigris throughout. This is a rather nice honest pair of pistols in the original flint, the barrels and other brass hardware mostly toned to a pale ocher patina showing scattered mild tarnishing, light dings and handling marks to be expected. The barrel of one pistol shows a few more moderate dings and scuffs along its length. The lockplates are mostly an oxidized plum-brown patina with a bit of smoky gray case-hardening lurking about the protected areas, the frizzen screw and perhaps the cock screw replacements on one gun. The flat lockplates with teats at the rears are equipped with swan neck cocks, bridled frizzens and frizzen springs with simple extensions. Barrels are secured by simple dual iron wedges without escutcheons and brass hardware consists of single ramrod thimble with tailpipe, triggerguard with simple pineapple silhouette extensions, buttcap and simple lock screw escutcheons. There are silver monogram plates atop the wrists, both neatly engraved with the initials “JA”. The short grip walnut stocks remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned long ago and now mostly devoid of finish showing scattered thin lengthy cracks and some smoothed-over slivers mostly along the edges of the forend, along with the expected dings and handling marks. One pistol shows a repaired break at the wrist and the hardware fit otherwise remains quite good overall. Pistols include simple hickory ramrods and are sighted with dovetailed iron v-notch rear sights and small brass blade front sights. The lock on one pistol does not hold on half or full cock while the other remains crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome pair of brass-barreled pistols. (11739-45) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

514.

LINDNER SECOND TYPE PERCUSSION CIVIL WAR CARBINE CONVERTED TO FOWLER

About 20 ga., 28” plain barrel with a perhaps fair pitted bore. This Amoskeag Mfg. Co. produced Second Type Lindner carbine has been converted to a fowler with the addition of a smoothbore barrel. The metal surfaces are toning to a dull gray patina with overall light pitting with more moderate pitting around the breech and on the buttplate. There are scattered spots of light oxidation and a hairline crack bisecting the upper tang. The lockplate is dated 1863 behind the hammer and shows a clear Federal eagle flanked by “US” along with “AMOSKEAG Mfg Co / MANCHESTER, N.H.” and the buttplate tang is stamped “U*S”. Pitting obscures the markings on the top of the breech though “EDWARD LINDNER’S / PATENT / MARCH 29, 1859” can still be discerned under scrutiny. The original collar locking device is intact and it securely locks the breech closed, though the spring appears to be missing from the breech which no longer pops up when the collar is opened. The walnut stock rates about very good plus as lightly cleaned with an added finish leaving the metal components proud of the wood. There are a few cracks around the buttplate, some light handling marks, and no visible cartouches. The barrel is sighted with a brass bead and the characteristic reversed rifle-musket triggerguard bow with sling ring is intact. The action of this scarce Second Type Lindner musket appears to function well mechanically. (13B11739-11) {ANTIQUE) (1800/2200)

515. MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. POCKET ARMY DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER 44-40, 5 1/8” barrel shortened during the period of use, with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and a couple minor pits with otherwise crisp rifling. This revolver has seen honest use, retaining about 70-75% original nickel finish with scattered flaking to gray-brown patina, light dings and handling marks. Most of the loss is along the gripstraps and left side frame, the butt showing moderate dings and tool marks with no visible serial number present, it seems likely the frame did have the “skull crusher” grip and this was removed for some reason long ago. The original folding hammer spur was also lost to the years and a mostly rigid oversized gunsmith replacement added in its stead. The principal markings remain mostly intact and strong, a few letters of the barrel markings obscured by the rather large added front sight blade. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in about good condition with overall dings and the right panel with more wear showing an old chip at the toe.

The grips show some scratched scribblings along their interiors, the numbers appear to be mismatched, and the inside grip frame shows an assembly number “77” while the barrel and cylinder are numbered “8387”.

Barrel-to-frame fit is quite good and the action will otherwise require mechanical attention as it does not cycle, the hand is worn and the hammer does not hold reliably. This old Merwin Hulbert has a lot of character. (13B1173973) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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516. DWM MODEL 1900 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER PISTOL serial #10133, 30 Luger, 4 3/4'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain perhaps 65-70% original blue that is thinning throughout with large areas toning to gray-brown patina, high edge wear, scattered small dings and spots of light pinprick pitting scattered about. The small parts still retain some strong hints of straw color mostly toning to silvery patina with light freckling and oxidation staining. The sear spring and toggle pins also still retain some vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in good plus condition showing moderate high edge wear, areas of flattened points and ingrained staining. The takedown lever spring is weak and the trigger bar has been repaired or replaced at some point but this does not negatively affect function. All of the markings including the Federal Eagle are still very clear and all of the serialized parts are matching. Included is an original un-numbered wood base magazine mostly toned to gray patina with moderate oxidation staining. This American Eagle has seen its fair share of use through the years but is still a solid example that seems to function well mechanically. (13C11739-150) {C&R} (1000/1500)

517. CASED BRITISH BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #62205, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” barrels choked about improved cylinder and full with mostly bright very good bores showing a few areas of light pitting, a few spots perhaps more moderate in the right barrel for a few inches about mid-bore. The barrels retain perhaps 80-85% original rust blue appearing stronger under ambient light that shows some overall mild fading and thinning to gray-brown patina along with some other scattered handling marks. Barrels are not marked as to any maker and show Birmingham nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells 1 1/8 oz. load. The action has mostly toned to a silvery gray case-hardened patina with some areas of gray-brown and a bit of oxidation speckling here and there, retaining some streaks of vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas. The action is embellished in near full coverage with fine quality English filigree scrollwork and nicely detailed game scenes with two dogs on the right and four pheasant on the left. The upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in silver and there are some remnants of original bright blue lurking about the protected areas of the small action parts. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend with push-button release remain in very good condition showing honest wear overall with the checkering rather worn, scattered light dings and the buttstock with a few thin grain cracks from drying, mostly along the left side butt though they are mostly unobtrusive and very minor. There is a tiny chip at the toe and the sides of the butt show some nice figure. Stock features an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line and checkered horn buttplate that rates about very good plus. Stock shows a little cast-off, and lengthof-pull is 14” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/2”. The arm is sighted with single German silver bead and the barrels lock up tight on-face with top lever resting a little right of center. Shotgun features automatic safety and lock-up is by dual under-bites and hidden third fastener and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. Minimum wall thicknesses measured are about 0.029”-0.030” and weight is 6 lb. 14 1/2 oz. The arm includes an original leatherbound hard case with Thomas Johnson & Son interior label that remains in very good condition showing some overall light staining and scuffing, part of the left strap with buckle had detached but the piece is included. The case contains some vintage cleaning accessories, a key and three-piece rosewood cleaning rod, and was apparently intended for a two-barrel set. A very respectable Birmingham trade gun. (11739-50) {C&R} (1500/2000)

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518. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #277565, 32 W.S., 26” nickel steel round barrel with a full magazine and a bright very good plus bore with fine pinprick pitting scattered throughout with strong rifling. The barrel and magazine of this 1905-vintage rifle retain about 95% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with light muzzle wear, a few spots of cleaning pinprick to perhaps light pitting, and fine freckling scattered through but easily missed except under bright light. The magazine hanger and forend cap have toned a gray patina with remnants of original blue, the forend cap showing general oxidation staining. The receiver retains about 75-80% original blue with light high edge wear and fine flaking to brown, the loss greatest towards the front, and the lever and hammer exhibit wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors with light oxidation staining and the loop toning to a gray case-hardened patina. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition as lightly cleaned with an older added oil finish, showing a few light handling marks and remnants of old dings, an about 2 3/4” hairline crack just below the right woodline of the forend that is easily missed upon first examination, and the stock is a bit shy of the metal in spots; the curved steel buttplate shows mellow case color with some light oxidation staining speckled throughout. The two-line barrel address, model marking on the tang, and other factory markings are intact and clear, and the tang screw shows the beginnings of slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and Winchester’s 32 Special rear sight. A fine choice for the Winchester enthusiast. (14B11762-11) {C&R} (2000/3000)

519. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 94 LEVER ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #930221, 32 W.S., 26” octagon barrel with a full magazine and a bright excellent bore showing a speck or two of oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1921-made rifle retain about 95% original blue with some touches of silvering on the high edges light operational wear on the magazine tube from disassembly, scattered spots of old oxidation and light flaking to brown on the receiver largely around the point of disassembly, and a few light handling marks.

The lever shows some light high edge wear with the triggerguard bow thinning to a mottled blue patina. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with a few light handling marks and mild dings, the older added finish slightly overlapping the metal in spots, and the curved steel buttplate is intact and showing light wear and specks of oxidation; the butt trap is empty with the brass slide showing mild tarnish. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, a couple of the screws show minor slot wear, and the left side of the receiver shows two neatly added drilled and tapped holes with filler screws in place. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and the takedown appears to function correctly. A 103 year old rifle in a wonderful state of condition, sure to find a place in a collection.

(14B11762-13) {C&R} (2000/3000)

520. RICHARDSON & OVERMAN GALLAGER’S PATENT PERCUSSION CARBINE serial #13644, .50 Cal., 22” barrel with a mostly bright bore showing some shallow pitting near the breech with excellent rifling. The iron surfaces have toned to a brown patina with some casehardening remaining on the internal components with light pitting around the nipple. The metal markings remain crisp and legible, the saddle ring and sling bar are intact and the action functions well mechanically. The walnut buttstock rates very good with original finish showing typical small impact marks and abrasions with some minor chipping around the rear sling bar mount. The iron buttplate and patch box are nicely fitted with no overlap, the patch box containing a spare nipple. The toe line of the stock displays in faded block letters “Gallagher’s - Civil War”, likely from spending time in a display setting, the left side of the butt showing a barely legible lightly scratched inscription appearing to be a 19th century date with a soldier’s initials. A nice example of this Civil War carbine, one of approximately 18,000 purchased by the Union that proved unpopular with the troops. Cartridge extraction required the use of a knife tip or other pry tool, problematic when fighting on horseback. (25A11700-9) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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521. SHARPS & HANKINS MODEL 1862 NAVY CARBINE

serial #10590, .52 RF, 24” barrel with a dark oxidized bore with strong rifling. The receiver has toned to a mottled gray patina with scattered pinprick pitting showing some bright blue color case hardening remaining in the protected areas. The lever has toned to brown, the brass buttplate displaying an attractive dull golden patina, the top tang and several receiver screws showing moderate slot damage. The metal markings remain fairly crisp and legible with the visible internal components displaying matching serial numbers, this example retaining the often missing sliding safety. The leather barrel cover shows typical scuffs and flaking with no shrinkage at the muzzle band, tight seam stitching along the barrel, a bit of loss around the left side retaining screw with a hand stitched repair on the base. The walnut stock rates very good as lightly cleaned with a tight 1” crack behind the upper tang. The rifle functions well mechanically and would make a respectable example for any Civil War enthusiast. (25A11700-8) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

522. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #87467, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a ring of pitting at the midpoint with otherwise strong rifling.

This lovely Third Issue retains 98% original nickel finish, showing only scattered light handling wear with faint flecks of loss around the hinge and barrel and some flaking about the cylinder with a minor abrasion on the backstrap. The hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal and the smooth ivory grips rate very good plus, with the left panel showing two lengthy darkened checks with one intersecting the escutcheon, the right panel remaining smooth and toning nicely to caramel with a minute check near the escutcheon, with the toes and backstraps showing what appear to be very skillful synthetic repairs, showing almost perfect symmetry between them. The gun times and locks up appropriately with no discernible play when at rest. A fine example. (26B10826-586) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

523. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER serial #16547, 22 RF, scarce 6” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout. This Third Model retains 97% original nickel finish, showing light dings and handling marks and scattered high edge wear throughout with some areas of flaking and loss along the gripstraps and cylinder showing light oxidation staining. The hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal with the trigger showing some oxidation staining on the rear and displaying handsome case-hardened colors. It is equipped with factory diamond-checkered walnut grips that rate excellent showing minimal handling wear and slight age darkening, numbered to another gun. Timing and lockup appear sound and included is a period leather flap holster which remains excellent for its age, showing some fine crazing and creasing throughout but remaining quite supple. A nice Third Model package in a desirable configuration. (26B10826-298) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

524. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER

serial #117332, 22 RF, 2 11/16” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a ring of mild pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. This Third Issue retains 93% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks and intermittent high edge wear with flecks of bubbling and fine pinprick pitting scattered about the frame and cylinder. The hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal with the hammer showing scattered light oxidation staining and the smooth ivory grip panels remain in very fine condition, showing only a few flecks of darkening and handling wear with a nice patina and showing excellent fit. Timing and lockup appear sound with the gun exhibiting only very light play when at rest and barrel markings remain crisp and excellent. A handsome Third Issue. (26B10826295) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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525. BRITISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN

BY JOSEPH LANG & SONS WITH CASE serial #7137, 16 ga (2 3/4”), 30” damascus barrels choked cylinder and modified with bright very fine bores showing a bit of sparsely scattered light pitting. This attractive gun bears both its original London proof marks and later London nitro-proofs for 70mm shells at 900 bar.

The barrels retain about 95% fine quality restored plum-brown finish showing some scattered minor handling marks and retaining fine swirling damascus patterns throughout. The rib retains strong maker markings with 22 Cockspur St. London address.

The action and lockplates retain a similar amount of restored vibrant case-hardened colors drifting somewhat to smoky gray and the pins with good fire blue. The metal surfaces are embellished with fine quality English filigree scrollwork throughout and both lockplates are maker-marked. The upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in gold and the triggerguard, top lever and safety retain about 98% restored polished blue. The water table is stamped with “G&P” patent mark and use number “4454”. The checkered walnut buttstock and pull-off splinter forend remain in very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish with scattered light dings, handling marks and a small divot at the heel. Stock fit remains quite good, the checkering shows mild wear and there is an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line.

The shotgun is fitted with a 1” leather-covered pad providing a 14 5/8” length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/3” and 2”. The stock shows a hint of cast-off and the barrels are sighted with a single silver bead. The barrels lock-up via dual under-bites and dolls head extension and are solid on-face with top lever resting about center. The long thin top lever acts as the cocking arm after the shotgun is fired and the gun is equipped with double triggers, automatic safety, striker discs and dial cocking indicators. Weight is 6 lbs. 5 oz. and the action seems to function well mechanically. The gun includes an original British leatherbound luggage case with brass reinforced corners that rates very fine showing some mild discoloration and scuffs along the exterior and the buckle straps are more modern replacements. The interior red baize shows light wear and a few small partition repairs while the Lang lid label shows some small tears and flakes. It appears to be a slightly later vintage label and may be an old reproduction. This is an interesting and quality Lang double made circa 1886-1887 that surprisingly passed later London nitroproofing and may be a good candidate for some light loads. (13C11523-70) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/3000)

526. VERY RARE SNEIDER ARMS CO. RING TRIGGER RIFLE 22 RF, 22” octagon barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing a little pinprick pitting and old oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this interesting rifle retains about 65-70% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with some scattered old oxidation and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light. The magazine tube located on the right side of the barrel has mostly toned to plum-brown and the left flat shows “22 CAL” stamp. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the small action parts mostly toned to gray perhaps with a hint of smoky case-hardening in the very protected areas. The top of the action retains fine markings stamped “SNEIDER ARMS CO. / PATS.DEC.17.1889-MARCH 4.1890.” which can be traced back to patents issued to Charles Edward Sneider of Baltimore. The right side of the action also shows a very lightly scratched number “A38632”. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned long ago showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the buttstock with a neatly repaired chip at the toe. The crescent buttplate is a light ocher patina and the sides of the buttstock have a rather endearing large brass star tacked-on. The arm is equipped with simple sporting sights and the action seems to function well mechanically. The forward ring trigger of this interesting rifle cycles the bolt and cocks the hammer while the cartridge “lifter” slides the cartridge over from right to left to be presented for the bolt to pick up. A small catch on the right-side rear of the forend is pressed to lift up the magazine tube for loading and the barrel is stamped-numbered “7” beneath the magazine tube.

The rifle is also equipped with a takedown lever on the left side. This is a very nice example of an extremely rare and interesting repeating 22 rifle, research having uncovered only one other example sold on the secondary market some seventeen years ago. (13C10826-705) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)

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527. WINCHESTER MODEL 71 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #45809, 348 Win, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, action, and magazine tube of this 1956-production rifle retain about 95-97% original blue that is flaking and toning to brown with some light handling marks and wear along the high edges and bearing surfaces. The left side of the receiver shows marks consistent with a previously mounted receiver sight. The lever and checkered steel buttplate are toned more to brown with silvering along the edges and areas of mottled gray being more prevalent. The factory markings remain crisp. The checkered deluxe walnut stocks rate excellent with some light dings and small handling marks. The buttstock features a capped pistolgrip and deluxe sling swivel, the forward swivel is mounted to the forearm nosecap. The original sights remain intact, including the front sight hood, and the deluxe grade swivels are included. The action appears to function correctly and overall this is a very nice example of these collectible sporting rifles. (4A11813-28) {C&R} (2000/3000)

528. STEVENS IDEAL NO. 45 RANGE MODEL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE serial #14827, 25-21 Stevens, 28” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this No. 44 action rifle retains about 95-96% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and slight toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The barrel markings remain mostly strong, the rear sight dovetail is vacant and the top flat shows three pairs of drilled and tapped holes for mounting target blocks. The action retains about 90% original cyanide case-hardened colors under a protective brownish lacquer and showing some areas toning to smooth silvery patina. The small action parts retain about 97% original bright blue and the schuetzen buttplate retains a healthy amount of case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition with strong original varnish and showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a fully-adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc and Lyman target globe front with bead-on-post insert. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nice Stevens Range Model rifle.

(13B11771-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)

529. RARE EARLY HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON AUTOMATIC VEST POCKET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL REPORTEDLY OWNED BY COLT FOR PATENT INFRINGEMENT ASSESSMENT serial #20, 25 ACP, 2 1/8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is an extremely rare First Model 25, the first 20-25 of this model are generally considered to be prototypes by advanced collectors. An article in “Guns” magazine from October 1970 was written about this pistol which describes how serial #20 was acquired by Colt’s patent attorney Carl J. Ehbets for assessment. A note accompanied the gun when this article was written, it is no longer present but the article has a good scan of it. Colt was concerned that the gun was infringing on their patent #566367 (Aug. 25, 1896) covering the combination of a pivoting trigger and sear trip connection. Ehbets also noted that an extra patent date (April 9) applied on the slide of the H&R which did not seem to cover anything. Indeed, only the first handful of guns had this date stamped on them, with standard production guns omitting it. There is no record of Colt pursuing a full lawsuit and it is conjectured given the rather short amount of time left covering the patent that they disregarded it altogether or worked out a short licensing deal with H&R behind the scenes. There is a peculiar discrepancy however in the pistol referenced by Colt as serial #20 and photographed in that article and the pistol offered here. The gun has a curious extension neatly added onto the back of the frame which is not in the 1970 photograph. Note these early First Models had slightly shorter frames than the standard production guns but this would not explain the time discrepancy, just another mystery with this piece! The metal surfaces retain about 97% original bright blue showing some mild flaking and high edge wear. The triggerguard remains mostly bright while the safety lever is a smoky gray patina and the trigger shows nice casehardened colors. The markings remain strong with the left side of the slide showing “H.& R. AUTOMATIC” designation, rather than the later “Self-Loading”. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition. The serialized parts are matching and one original magazine is included. This is a very fine, rare and interesting example for the advanced H&R or Webley collector. (13B11777-63) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1800/2200)

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530. GERMAN BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY HEINRICH LEUE serial #1432, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 28” chopper lump barrels choked improved cylinder in both with bright very fine bores showing some sparsely scattered spots of pinprick pitting. The barrels of this fine quality German double retain about 92% of an older good quality reblacking showing some scattered thin scratches along the undersides and some areas of slight discoloration under bright light. There is a pair of small filler screws on the underside rib where sling swivel hardware was removed and the top rib retains good maker markings “H. LEUE HOFLIEFERANT WAFFENFABRIK BERLIN” along with an engraved “1” at the rear. The undersides show a very small Thad Scott import mark. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina and features nicely raised and sculpted flats with embellishments in full coverage consisting primarily of tight filigree scrollwork along with a few smaller rose and oak leaf motifs. The bottom metal and triggerguard show fading rust blue with bottom metal marked “LEUE’S PATENT / No. 174828” which covers the combination rear under-bite and top bite barrel locking system. The top lever shows a gold inlaid coronet over “TC” monogram. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with Anson-style button release remain in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned showing scattered light dings, handling marks and rather worn checkering. There is a small filled hole along the toe line where a sling swivel once was and the stock has rather nice little heart-shaped arrow inlays of horn behind the flats and exhibits some subtle attractive grain figure. Lengthof-pull to the grooved horn buttplate is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2”, the stock with slight cast-off. Weight is 6 lbs. 14 oz., the action features sideclips and the barrels lock-up solid on-face though the action will require mechanical attention as the triggers are stuck and do not fire the gun and, probably related to this, the safety is stuck in the off position. Heinrich Leue acted as W.W. Greener’s associate in Germany and this appears to be a high quality gun worthy of getting running again. (13C11621-116) {C&R} (1200/1800)

531. FINE COLT NO. 2 DERINGER PISTOL serial #1945, 41 RF, 2 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small spots of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this lovely deringer retains about 65% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light and showing some overall flaking to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina. The frame retains much of its original silver finish taking on a fine dark tarnish and mixing with areas of mild pewter patina and brown speckling. The hammer retains almost all of its vibrant case case-hardened colors while the shell extractor and screw heads show nice brilliant fire blue. The frame shows crisp factory engraving with a wide foliate flourish on either side and all original markings are crisp and clear, the underside of the barrel with period London proofs. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition retaining almost all of their original varnish showing some scattered light dings and a small scuff at the rear of the left panel. Grip fit is excellent and the wide diamond checkering is strong. The barrel locks up solidly and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very handsome deringer for the Colt collector, which appears to have seen very little actual use. (13B11199-124) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

532. ATTRACTIVE AMERICAN FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK SPORTING RIFLE WITH FINE INLAYS .32 cal, 40” octagon barrel with an oxidized bore. This nice rifle has been neatly reconverted to flint utilizing antique components, the barrel with what appears to be an old blackened finish over old oxidation and light pitting. The top barrel flat is stamped with maker mark but it is sadly no longer legible, only showing “D.”, the surname appearing to be five letters. The lockplate is a similar patina as the barrels and shows step at rear and some light embellishments. The fittings of this rifle are quite attractive, the barrels secured by three wedges which are rather plain without escutcheons but interspersed between them are four lovely silver inlays. There are additional small silver shields and embellished ovals inlaid along the sides of the buttstock while the left-side scant cheekpiece has a beautiful pierced starburst motif in silver. Brass hardware includes the heavy nosecap, dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, thin triggerguard with small rear spur, attractive solid sideplate with slightly beveled edges, crescent buttplate, toe plate and a very nice large pierced patchbox with light foliate embellishments, bordering and starburst on cover. The curly maple stock remains in very fine condition showing a few scattered thin drying cracks mostly along the forend edges and a thin chip missing left of the upper tang. The wood exhibits some nice tiger stripe grain figure throughout and the sides of the butt show some carved light foliate motifs. Stock fit to the hardware remains quite nice throughout and a slightly long simple hickory ramrod is present. The rifle is sighted with a simple fine v-notch rear sight and silver blade front and the lock is equipped with a rear curved set trigger and straight firing trigger. The lock is single acting and is a bit stiff and not very crisp but generally seems to function normally. This is a lovely rifle likely made in Pennsylvania or Ohio with some particularly attractive furniture. (13B11579-40) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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533. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER WITH SHORT BARREL serial #50969, 22 RF, 2 11/16” barrel with a very good plus bore showing scattered pinprick pitting but retaining strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original nickel plate showing fine freckling under strong light, minor flaking and oxidation stains on the cylinder with a few handling marks.

The smooth rosewood grips are numbered to the gun, they remain in very good plus condition with a few scattered flakes and handling marks. The barrel, cylinder, and frame have matching assembly numbers, the action remains crisp, and barrel-to-frame fit remains tight. A fine and desirable short-barreled variant.

(8A10826-472) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

534. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #104772, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing scattered light oxidation stains and pitting in the bore with strong rifling throughout. This revolver remains in beautiful condition and retains about 98- 99% original nickel plate showing tiny areas of oxidized flaking finish on the end of the chambers and back of the barrel, plus a few faint handling marks. The spur trigger has toned to dark gray while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors. The grips are factory rosewood that are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and barrel are assembly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has a crisp action. A superb No. 1 for the advanced collector. (8A10826-583) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

535. FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #71652, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing a few light oxidation stains and pitting in the bore with strong rifling throughout. This revolver remains in magnificent condition and retains about 99% original nickel plate showing tiny areas of oxidization on the end of the chambers and rear of the barrel, and a few insignificant handling marks. The spur trigger has toned to gray while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors. The grips are dark factory rosewood that are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and barrel are assembly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has a crisp action. An outstanding opportunity for the collector. (8A10826-685) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

536. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #96047, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing a few light pits in the bore with strong rifling throughout. This nice Third Issue remains in excellent condition and retains about 96% original blue, the cylinder and barrel have scattered areas toned to brown, a few tiny oxidation stains, and a few insignificant handling marks. The spur trigger and hammer retain strong case-hardened colors. The grips are factory rosewood that are numbered to the gun and remain in about excellent condition with a few light handling marks, and scattered tiny flakes in the finish. The barrel to frame fit is tight, the action remains crisp, and the barrel and cylinder are correctly assembly numbered to the gun. A fine collectible. (8A10826-578) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

537. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #131012, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing light pitting in the grooves for the length of the bore although the rifling remains strong throughout.

This revolver remains in overall excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original nickel plate showing tiny areas of oxidization on the cylinder flutes and around the window area plus a few light handling marks. The spur trigger has toned to dark gray while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors. The grips are factory rosewood that are numbered to the gun and remain in very good plus condition with light handling marks. The cylinder and barrel are assembly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has a crisp action. A fine gun for any antique collection. (8A10826-365) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

538. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #113987, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing a few scattered light pits in the bore although the rifling remains strong throughout. This revolver remains in beautiful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original nickel plate showing tiny areas of oxidization on the cylinder flutes plus a few light handling marks. The spur trigger has toned to dark gray while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors with operational wear. The grips are factory rosewood that are numbered to the gun and remain in very good plus condition with light handling marks and later added varnish. The cylinder and barrel are assembly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has a crisp action. (8A10826-584) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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539. AMERICAN ARMS DERBY SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #384769, 20 ga (3”), 26” barrels choked cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores showing a few spots of stubborn wad residue.

The barrels retain about 90% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with light wear on the sides near the breech toning to gray, and scattered speckled oxidation staining and light handling marks. The frame retains about 98% original case-hardened color with the fences beginning to tone to a smoky case-hardened patina, showing full coverage of factory foliate scroll engraving with touches of rosette bouquets; the sideplate pins remain bright and the long tang triggerguard shows thinning of the blue immediately behind the bow. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in excellent condition with a few scattered light handling marks. The stock features drop points, an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toe line, and a checkered butt providing a 13 7/8” length of pull with drops of about 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features a nonselective single trigger, automatic safety, mechanical hammers, ejectors, bushed firing pins, cocking indicators, hand-detachable locks, and is sighted with a lone steel bead on the matted rib. A finely made Spanish smallbore ejectorgun. (14B11778-6) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

540. BROWNING CITORI 725 TRAP OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #01176ZW131, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” ventilated rib, Invector DS choked, ported barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this Miroku-made shotgun retain about 99% original blue with a few specks of oxidation in the matting of the raised rib and a speck or two on the barrel below, and the silver nitride finished frame is in excellent condition, the exposed bottoms of the barrel lugs showing light freckling, and is lightly factory embellished with a tight oval-pattern along the sides bearing a “725”, the belly reading “BROWING / 725 / TRAP”, and gold buckmarks on the forend iron and triggerguard bow. The trigger retains all its gold finish. The checkered pistolgrip Monte Carlo walnut stock and forend are in near excellent condition with a neatly repaired divot in the edge of pistolgrip and a couple minor handling marks, the stock and forend showing attractive grain figure throughout. The stock features a right hand palm swell and a Browning ventilated recoil pad giving a 14 1/2” length of pull. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center and features an adjustable single selective trigger, a nonautomatic safety, mechanical hammers, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a green fiber optic front and a small white bead midrib. Included are two Invector DS chokes, full and modified. A handsome trap gun that should perform as well as it looks. (14B11778-22) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

541. RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TOURNAMENT GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET serial #379022, 16 ga, 26” solid rib nickel steel barrel choked cylinder with a bright very good plus frosted bore and a 28” solid rib nickel steel barrel choked full with a bright very good bore with scattered patches of light pitting. Though the vast majority of Tournament Grade Model 12s were straight stocked and in 12 ga, it is noted by Madis in “The Model Twelve” that alternative chamberings and pistolgrips were available on request, but were exceedingly rare. The metal surfaces retain about 98% professionally reapplied blue with minor operational wear, the receiver and barrels toning mildly to plum under bright light, and both barrels show previous pinprick and light pitting beneath the finish. The bolt and carrier are bright with some gray freckles and pinprick pits. The checkered pistolgrip deluxe walnut stock is in very good plus condition as refinished with a neatly repaired chip atop the wrist and repaired 1/2” crack on the underside, and an easily missed high quality repair at the toe, and the checkered forends are in similar condition with a pair of hairline cracks at the base of one and the remnants of a handling mark or two, both also nicely refinished. The stock displays some attractive grain figure throughout, the forends showing the beginnings of the same, and the checkered hard rubber Winchester Repeating Arms buttplate gives an about 13 1/2” length of pull. The factory markings are intact and largely clear, softened lightly in spots, the barrels showing proper offset “WP” proofs and the receiver extensions numbered to the gun. Both barrels are sighted with silver beads on the nicely matted ribs. Included is an original hangtag in wonderful condition, showing no added markings. A nicely refurbished Tournament Grade Model 12 two barrel set, one of the few to be found in a chambering other than 12 ga. (14B11523-19) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1200/1800)

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542. EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #13416, 38-55, 26” octagon barrel with a full magazine and an oxidized bore, with worn but evident rifling. The metal surfaces have toned to an even brown patina with spots of old oxidation, scattered pinprick to light pitting, and some handling marks. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with neat 4” repairs to the woodline of the forend, some softened chipping at the rear of the forend and at the toe, scattered light dings and handling marks, and an older added glossy finish; the curved steel buttplate shows more moderate oxidation with undertones of gray. The Winchester factory markings are intact and clear, and various screws show light slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman “Hunting” front sight and a flattop sporting-style rear sight. A solid second year production Model 1894 rifle. (14A11762-9) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

543. PENNSYLVANIA FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY EZRA ENGLE .44 cal, 41” octagon barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation its full-length and otherwise strong rifling. This rifle has been neatly reconverted to flint and fitted with a screw-in bushing type vent hole, most of the lock parts appearing to be of antique period. The barrel shows remnants of an older added plum-brown finish and lightly cleaned old oxidation staining. The top flat retains strong maker marking in script “E. Engle” and the lockplate is a period commercial offering from J. Henry showing some light embellishments, step at rear and scattered old light pitting. The hardware is quite attractive with lovely large decorative silver wedge escutcheons, the barrels secured with four of them, the remaining brass hardware in classic form consisting of nosecap, multi-faceted thimbles, tailpipe, thin triggerguard with rear spur (missing its rear pin), crescent buttplate, toe plate, nice large patchbox with a pierced finial and thin solid sideplate.

The tiny scant squared-off left-side cheekpiece has a lovely silver crescent moon inlay. The curly maple stock remains in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an older added finish showing some thin slivers and drying cracks along the edges of the forend, some cracks around the lockplate inlet and a very neatly repaired break at the wrist only visible upon close inspection. The patch box cover release button is set into the toe plate and a slightly short simple hickory ramrod is present. The rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch rear sight and brass blade front and the lock seems to function normally. This is an attractive Green County rifle from the early to mid-1800s. (13B11579-44) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

544. GERMAN SYSTEM STAHL SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY B. STAHL serial #7493, 8.15x46R, 28 3/4” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this rather nice schuetzen rifle retains about 95% original blue showing some sharp edge wear and sparse freckling. The rear flat is grooved and the barrel shank shows nice silver band inlays and maker name in silver “B. STAHL, SUHL”. The action shows remnants of original bright blue along the rear protected areas mostly toning to a pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered pinprick pitting along the sides. The sides show fine silver wire foliate inlays surrounding “SYSTEM STAHL” on the right and the serial number on the left. The trigger plate, protected interior of the lever and rear sight assembly all show nice vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the buttplate retaining a healthy amount of case-hardened colors as well. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining almost all of their original varnish with just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The forend features a steel nose plate and the stock has a nice left-side cheekpiece. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels and a simple brass rod is housed in the barrel thimbles.

The fully adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc and the protected beadon-post front sight are both numbered matching the rifle and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. Babette Stahl ran Richard Stahl’s shop in Suhl after his death in the 1890s and she is believed to have been either his widow or daughter. She sold the company to fellow Suhl maker G.C. Dornheim in 1901. This is an attractive Stahl Schuetzen rifle; please see the reloading lot for this cartridge available in the Timed Auction.

(13B11666-1) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (2000/2500)

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545. FINE GERMAN P.38 BYF44 DUAL-TONE PISTOL

BY MAUSER serial #9559d, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely latewar Mauser with phosphate slide and frame and blued barrel. The metal surfaces retain about 9798% original finish showing some sharp edge wear and a few minor pinprick pits along the right-side high edge of slide. The paint on the “S” and “F” markings was a bit haphazardly applied and all markings remain intact and strong showing proper eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / WaA135” Waffenamts. The latewar grooved black plastic grips remain in near excellent condition, the top edge of the left panel with some thin scratches. All of the serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes one proper phosphate-finished jvd-coded magazine. An excellent example of a desirable variant for the martial collector. (13B11728-933) {C&R} (1500/2000)

546. GERMAN P.38 BYF44 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #5590v, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing a hint of high edge wear and some sparse handling marks, the barrel taking on a deep plum tone under bright light as is fairly typical. All markings remain intact and strong showing proper eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / WaA135” Waffenamts. The grooved dark brown phenolic resin grips remain in excellent condition showing a few minor handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching and the pistol includes one refinished jvd-coded magazine. A fine later war P.38 pistol. (13A11728-932) {C&R} (1000/1500)

547. GERMAN REICHSFINANZVERWALTUNG WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #985243, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild frosting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Reich Finance-marked pistol retain about 90% original bright blue showing some moderate high edge and holster wear along with a few pinprick pits scattered about. The 60-degree safety lever and extractor retain pale fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong with “(Crown) / N” commercial proofs and frontstrap marked “R.F.V. 12343 W”. The original black checkered synthetic grips remain in very good condition showing some scattered light handling marks and a few more noticeable dings along the bases. The slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and one blued flush base magazine is included. A nice example of a sought-after variant. (13B11728-950) {C&R} (1000/1500)

548. WALTHER PP DURAL FRAME SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #164480P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The slide and triggerguard retain about 90-92% original bright blue showing some light high edge and holster wear while the frame retains a similar amount of black anodized finish showing high edge wear and an area of moderate wear along the frontstrap. The 60-degree safety and extractor retain fine fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs. The original black checkered Bakelite grips remain in excellent condition with a few scattered light handling marks and the slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. One original blued magazine with black extension base is included. A nice pistol with the scarcer duralumin frame. (13A11728-90) {C&R} (1000/1500)

549. GERMAN REICH JUSTICE MINISTRY WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #213058P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some mild frosting and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original bright blue showing moderate high edge wear and gripstraps toning to mild gray-brown patina. The 60-degree safety has mostly toned to gray while the extractor shows remnants of fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and “R.J.” Reichsjustizministerium marking along the frontstrap. The original black checkered Bakelite grips remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks. The slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and one blued flush base magazine stamp-numbered “298866” on the floorplate is included. A nice scarce Justice Ministry pistol. (13B11728-951) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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550. GERMAN POLICE WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #390209k, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild frosting and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this third variation pistol retain about 92% original dull blue showing some mild high edge wear, a few small spots of oxidation staining and a couple light dings. All markings remain intact and strong showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and “(Eagle) C” police mark on the left side of the frame. The original black checkered synthetic grip remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, tiny crack on the backstrap and slight shrinkage overall. The slide is matching the frame and one blued flush base magazine is included. A fine later war police pistol. (13A11728-954) {C&R} (1000/1500)

551. GERMAN ARMY WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #346960p, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this fourth variation pistol retain about 90% original dull blue showing some sparse pinprick pits along the high edges and areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light.

All markings remain intact and strong showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs on the right side and “(Eagle) / WaA359” Army Waffenamts on the left. The original black checkered synthetic grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light handling marks. The slide is matching the frame and one blued flush base magazine is included.

(13A11728-947) {C&R} (1000/1500)

552.

SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1911 X-PREFIX SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT

serial #X1044, 45 ACP, 5” Springfield Armory barrel with an about very good bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and moderate frosting with otherwise strong rifling. This pistol is from the First Series of X-prefix guns and the first batch of 179 numbers assigned to Springfield Armory on April 24, 1924. This was intended for recovered pistols with defaced or otherwise illegible serial numbers. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal-refurbished Parkerized finish showing overall silvering along the high edges and gripstraps toning to gray. The checkered walnut double diamond grips remain in very good condition showing scattered light dings and some thin cracks forming around the edges top and bottom. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side of the frame with small “AA” Augusta Arsenal rework mark and eagle head inspector stamp and the right side of the frame showing “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” hand-stamped by the Springfield armorer over “No X1044”. The inside bottom surface of the slide is also stamped with the number “194”. The major small parts are of the correct style and the pistol includes one pinned base two-tone Barnes & Kobert magazine in very fine condition. This is a nice example of an interesting and seldom-seen variant for the advanced 1911 collector. (13B11728-883) {C&R} (1800/2200)

553. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #195671, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an about very good bore showing some darkness and moderate frosting in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1917-made pistol retain perhaps 70% of an older period reapplied polished bright blue with scattered light oxidation and areas toning to gray-brown patina. All markings otherwise remain intact and strong with good Rampant Colt at rear left of slide and “GHS” inspector stamp. The checkered walnut double diamond grips remain in about very good condition with mostly worn finish and some edge wear along the bottom. All parts appear correct for the period of manufacture and one blued welded base M.S. Little magazine is included. A solid First World War era pistol that may make for a fine shooter. (13A11728-881) {C&R} (1000/1500)

554. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #842738, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a bright near excellent bore.

This 1943-made pistol is equipped with a mismatched Remington Rand slide and retains perhaps 75% arsenal-reapplied Parkerized finish, much of the finish having taken on a deep brown tone with good gray-green along the protected edges, silvering along the high edges and a bit of light pitting along the sides of the barrel. All markings remain intact and strong with fine ordnance wheel on the rear right side of the frame and Colt factory VP proof, “P” and boxed “WB” inspector stamp on the left. The checkered brown plastic Coltwood grips remain in very good condition with scattered light dings and handling marks. One welded base Scoville magazine is included. (13A11728-937) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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555. LOVELY ARRIETA UPLANDER ROUND BODY SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #57-03-247-01, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 29” barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this fine Spanish double retain about 99% original rich polished blue and the barrels are neatly engraved with maker markings and Wingshooters of Grand Rapids Michigan retailer markings. The action and lockplates retain about 98% original vibrant case-hardened colors drifting slightly to a pleasant smoky gray along the bottom edges while the triggerguard and top lever retain essentially all of their original blue. The action is embellished in near full coverage with fine rose and filigree scroll motifs and all engraving remains crisp. The checkered deluxe walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition showing a few sparsely scattered minor handling marks and a couple tiny dings along the butt. The stock features fine checkering with mullered borders and lovely flowing grain figure throughout, the gold monogram plate along the toe line neatly engraved with the initials “REM”.

Length-of-pull to the checkered butt is 14 3/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/8”, the stock slightly cast-off. Weight is a touch under 6 lbs. and the gun features automatic safety, dial cocking indicators, double triggers with articulated front trigger, striker discs and medium brass bead front sight. The barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever resting right-of-center and the action seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. The gun includes its original canvas-covered leather luggage case in excellent condition which contains a spare pair of firing pins and lock mainsprings. A fine smallbore ejectorgun from Arrieta. (13C11787-6) {MODERN} (3000/4000)

556. BERETTA MODEL 686 SILVER PIGEON I COMBO OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #M00885B, 20 ga. and 28 ga., 28” and 26” ventilated rib screw choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The 28” 20 ga. barrel retains 97-98% original blue with a few light handling marks and the 26” 28 ga. barrels retain a similar amount of finish and have a few minor scratches near the breech.

The receiver, attaching iron, lever and triggerguard have a bright coin finish with foliate scroll and geometric pattern engraving and the trigger retains about 90% of its gold finish with silvering on the sides and face. The barrels are sighted with single silver beads and are matching numbered to the frame and the checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and schnabel tip forends rate excellent with a length of pull of 14 1/2”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, inertia hammers, and the lever comes to rest slightly right of center. An attractive small bore combo that includes seven screw chokes (2) 20 ga. tubes (1) improved cylinder, (1) skeet, and (5) 28 ga. tubes (1) full, (1) modified, (1) improved cylinder, and (2) skeet, with choke wrenches, multi tool and hardcase with burgundy baize lining that is starting to deteriorate. (10A11787-7) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

557. BROWNING CITORI 725 SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #07047NN131, 12 ga., 32” ventilated rib, ported, Invector Plus choked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 99% original blue with a light handling mark or two and the coin finished receiver, checkered lever, triggerguard and attaching iron rate excellent and are adorned with game scene and foliate scroll engraving. The checkered wide trigger retains 98-99% gold finish with light wear to silver along its edges. The checkered high gloss walnut pistolgrip stock with adjustable comb, right side palm swell, and finger groove beaver tail forend rate excellent with a few minor handling marks hardly worth mention. The shotgun is sighted with an ivory front and ivory mid bead and features a single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, inertial hammers, and ejectors. Included is a Browning Luggage case, snap caps and two chokes (1) improved cylinder and (1) full. (10B11714-2) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

558. BROWNING CITORI ULTRA XS SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #01558MZ131, 12 ga., 30” ventilated rib, Invector Plus screw choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 99% original blue with perhaps a light handling marks or two and the checkered trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish with light silvering along its edges. The remaining metal has a bright silver nitride finish with gold accents and light engraving. The shotgun is sighted with a Bradley front and ivory mid bead. The satin finish walnut checkered pistolgrip stock and forend rate near excellent with some rounding of the points and a few scattered light handling marks and has a 14 3/4” length of pull. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, inertial hammers, adjustable trigger and ejectors. Included is an unmarked tan luggage case with green baize interior, snap caps, and two screw in chokes (1) improved cylinder, and (1) full. (10A11714-3) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

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559. U.S. MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #143123, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8” barrel with a near excellent bore showing some sparse fine pits and oxidation with crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue toning to brown with light socket wear at the muzzle and some sporadic light oxidation primarily at the breech and on the hammer. The 1873 dated breechblock and rear tang have muted to a brown and gray case-hardened patina with some fine oxidation and faint traces of bright colors in the protected areas, the markings remain clear except for the beginning of the serial number. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition with overall light dents and handling marks one would expect of a carried arm and a thin crack in the top left side of the wrist behind the frame. The 1883 dated cartouche and firing proof remain strong and there is a small inverted “COL” stamped in the right side of the buttstock. The rifle is equipped with a proper front sight, later Buffington rear sight, bronze firing pin, slotted button tip cleaning rod and a socket bayonet and scabbard with belt loop and brass “US” escutcheon in equally nice condition.

A very nice 1879 Trapdoor rifle and bayonet. (5B11666-11) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1000/1500)

560. U.S MODEL 1863 ZOUAVE PERCUSSION RIFLE BY REMINGTON .58 cal., 33” barrel with a very good bore showing an even mixture of light oxidation and good rifling. The barrel retains about 95% evenly thinning original blue toning to brown under bright light, there is some sparsely scattered fine oxidation, a spot of more modest oxidation atop the barrel at the bayonet lug, a couple tiny impact marks and some pitting in the flash area of the nipple bolster. The 1863 dated lockplate retains 90% fine case-hardened colors lightly muting to brown with specks of fine staining and vibrant colors along the bottom and rear, the hammer has muted to a smooth gray patina with some fine oxidation along the shroud showing some good case-hardened colors along the bottom edge, markings remain crisp. The brass hardware has mostly toned to an attractive goldenrod patina showing some light tarnishing, light wear at the heel of the buttplate and strong sub-inspector stamps. The face of the trigger has toned to a smooth brown with good amounts of fire blue on the sides. The breech shows clear 1863 date, firing proofs and the left flat with "STEEL H.S.L." The smooth walnut stock remains in near excellent condition retaining about 98% original oil finish showing a few scattered light handling marks.

The stock shows lovely, raised grain throughout, metal-to-wood fit is excellent and there are two crisp cartouches on the left flat. The spare nipple is still present in the patchbox, all original hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent example of these handsome contract arms for the U.S. martial or Remington collector. (5B11611-5) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

561. BRITISH EAST INDIA COMPANY PATTERN C PERCUSSION MUSKET .75 cal., 39” barrel with a bright bore having some very fine oxidation the last 3” from the muzzle. The first percussion model of the six E.I.C. muskets as pattern A was flintlock and pattern B was a mixture of original flintlock and percussion parts. The barrel and lock of this musket have mostly toned to a brown patina with thin gray undertones, scattered fine oxidation and pitting and some patches of light to perhaps moderate oxidation atop the barrel along with a 7/8” thin indentation behind the forend tip. The breech is marked “D / 3” and “(crown) / V” along with an undecipherable British proof. The center of the lockplate shows the familiar East India Company rampant lion holding a crown. The brass hardware remains mostly bright overall showing some scattered light staining and handling marks. The smooth hardwood stock remains in very good plus condition having been lightly cleaned and refinished with scattered dents, handling marks and a thin glue repaired crack behind the lockplate. An original ramrod is present along with the sights, the front swivel is no longer present, and the lock functions crisply. A very nice example of the rarer of the different East India Company muskets. (5A11666-29) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1000/1500)

562. R.H. BROWN BREECHLOADING SIGNAL CANNON 10 ga. blank, 8 3/4” barrel, (19 1/2” overall from muzzle to cascabel) with a very good plus bore showing scattered light frosting and a few tiny pits here and there.

Circa 1890, R.H. Brown was one of the first to patent a breechloading cannon design and is the lesser known predecessor to the Strong Signal cannon. The bronze barrel and breechblock have a bright ocher patina with scattered light tarnish and some tiny impact marks. The breech rotates counter clockwise by lifting a bronze knob mounted to the side of the breech. Mounted to the rear of the breech is a standard Brown plunger activated firing pin and pulley. The bottom of the barrel at the rear has the standard ring shape shell ejector.

The interior of the breechblock and rear of the barrel are both numbered “2” and the top of the barrel is marked “MADE BY R.H. BROWN & CO. / NEW HAVEN, CT. U.S.A. / LAVIGNE’S PAT. JULY 31-88 / PAT. FEB. 18-90”. Markings remain mostly crisp with only a couple letters mellowing slightly. The cannon retains its original cherry yacht carriage with front mounted lignum vitae wheels. The carriage remains in very good condition with scattered dents, handling marks, and two large chips in the top left side behind the axle which have been dressed, the interior of both sides are numbered “21” behind the axle. The wheels show areas of flattening but remain free of cracks. The axle caps, washers and side tie-downs are no longer present. The carriage at its highest point measures 6 1/8” and the width is 6 1/2” at the front wheels. A very good early signal cannon by a not-so-common maker. Due to excessive weight, extra shipping and crating will apply. (5B11390-11) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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563. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 K-DATE PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #4985, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some fine frosting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this K-date pistol retain perhaps 60% original blue, strongest on the receiver and in the protected areas, with the balance toned to a smoky gray-brown patina with a few light handling marks. The strawed parts retain very good color with edges toning to a silvery patina, greatest on the trigger face and safety, and the toggle pins and sear spring retain vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in about very good condition with areas of light wear and flattened points of checkering, the screws showing remnants of fire blue at the edges otherwise toning to gray; both panels are numbered “85”. The metal markings are intact and largely crisp, the “B|90” and “S|91” proofs on the receiver and droopwing firing proof on the barrel somewhat soft but still legible, small parts show the expected mix of script and gothic “S”, and all the serialized parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin; the rear toggle pin is unnumbered. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a brightbodied aluminum-base magazine showing some light handling marks, the base marked “6028 / a / +” above a faint “B|90”.

An honest example of these desirable 1934-made Lugers. (14B11728-898) {C&R} (2000/3000)

564. GERMAN P.08 LUGER BYF-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #3211s, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good bore showing streaks of light frosting but evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 41-dated “Black Widow” pistol retains about 85-90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, flaking on the gripstraps, areas thinning and toning lightly to plum and gray under bright light, and some scattered light handling marks and pinprick pitting. The small parts retain strong hot salt blue with touches of light wear, the ejector toning to plum. The checkered black Bakelite grips are in very good plus condition with a few chipped points, and both panels are unmarked. The metal markings are intact and crisp with “byf” on the toggle, “eagle / 655” waffenamts on the receiver with a somewhat softened eagle firing proof, and all the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights, and included is a blue-bodied bakelite-base magazine showing some light operational wear and a crack through one side of the base, and is “eagle / 37” waffenamt and “P.08” marked and fxo-coded. An attractive mid-WWII Luger for the martial collector. (14B11728930) {C&R} (2000/3000)

565. DWM MODEL 1908 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL serial #57156, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good plus bore with some light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue with light wear on high edges, areas of light thinning toning to gray-brown under bright light, and scattered fine freckling and minor handling marks. The strawed parts have largely toned to a silvery-gray patina with remnants of color at the edges and some gray freckling, and the sear spring and toggle pins retain vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good plus condition with general light wear, and the right panel numbered “78” with the left panel appearing unmarked. The DWM monogram on the toggle remains crisp, crisp ”(crown) / N” proofs are stamped on the toggles, barrel, and receiver, and the numbered parts are matching to the pistol; the un-grooved firing pin is unnumbered. The pistol retains the standard open sights, no hold-open system is present, the takedown lever spring is loose allowing the lever to easily be removed, and included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine showing light flaking on the body, the base numbered “2248 / l / +”. A nicely preserved example of these more desirable commercial 9mm pistols. (14B11728-892) {C&R} (1200/1800)

566. HAMMERLI MODEL 105 SINGLE SHOT FREE PISTOL serial #31461, 22 LR, 11 1/4” octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol has seen minimal use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue although the frame has toned to plum with a few insignificant handling marks. The smooth sculpted walnut Match grips feature thumb and finger rest, adjustable basket style palm rest and remain in excellent condition. The smooth walnut forend rates excellent. This gun features a Martini action, cocking lever, fully adjustable trigger, interchangeable Patridge front sight, and adjustable black blade rear sight with interchangeable slider (blades). The right side of the frame is marked “London / Helsinki / Melbourne / Tokyo”. An excellent Free Style pistol for the discerning shooter.

(8A11771-3) {C&R} (700/900)

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567. MILESTONE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER

serial #100000, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting with strong rifling throughout. This Third Issue retains 96% original nickel finish, showing light handling and high edge wear throughout, with scattered light oxidation staining along the frame concentrated on the right side. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal and the smooth rosewood grip panels remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear and scattered flecks of finish loss, typical of their age. Timing and lockup remain sound and the barrel address marking remains crisp and excellent. The Third Issue began manufacture in 1868 and was produced through 1881 in estimated production quantities totaling roughly 130,000 which were serialized in their own numerical block starting with serial number “1”; it stands to reason that this particular revolver was the 100,000th unit produced, making this a fine and important example for any Smith & Wesson collector.

(26C10826-577) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

568. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 SHOULDER STOCK WITH ORIGINAL BOX This is a lovely stock, retaining 99% brilliant nickel finish, showing only very faint oxidation staining on the interior and right-side face, visible only under direct light with no other handling wear to speak of. The smooth straight-grain walnut stock remains excellent with the only apology being a 1 1/4” area of slight discoloration on the right side from an old sticker or label. The checkered hard rubber buttplate remains in excellent condition showing little if any wear. It includes its original green paper-covered box with bright orange end label, which rates excellent overall showing light edge wear and fray at the corners with the end label showing some minor tattering around the edges. (26B10826-203) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

569. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 SHOULDER STOCK WITH ORIGINAL BOX

This original stock retains 98-99% original nickel finish, showing minor high edge wear and scattered light oxidation staining with a few minor dings about the original nickel buttplate. The smooth walnut stock shows scattered light dings and handling marks relative to its age and remains in fine overall condition. The tang screws have toned to even gunmetal patina and very mild verdigris can be seen forming in the screw escutcheons. Included is the original green paper-covered box with orange end label which remains in excellent condition, showing very light edge and corner wear with the label remaining largely legible and intact with a flaking along the bottom edge. (26B10826-201) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

570. FINE SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER serial #5126, 22 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing light toolmarks within an inch of the muzzle with strong rifling throughout. This Second Model retains 99% original nickel finish showing scattered very light handling marks and with a scant spot of loss around the cylinder lug showing light oxidation staining. The hammer and trigger have toned to a mild smoky casehardened patina and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and all markings remain crisp and excellent. A lovely Second Model Ladysmith.

(26A10826-555) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

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571. CPA RIFLES STEVENS NO. 44 1/2 FALLING BLOCK TARGET RIFLE

serial #604, 45/100, 34” heavy part octagon, part round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, triggers, and hammer retain 98-99% original blue finish with perhaps a tiny rack or handling mark. The receiver and lever retain 99% original cyanide case-hardened colors showing some sparse oxidation speckling scattered about. The smooth pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend rate about excellent aside from a couple very light handling marks and spots of thinning varnish. The stock features a left side cheek piece and the hard rubber Stevens buttplate remains in excellent condition. The rifle is sighted with an MVA Combination front sight and MVA Vernier-style tang sight and is factory drilled and tapped for target blocks. The double set triggers seem to function properly and included with this handsome target rifle are a custom wooden shipping crate, and an assortment of front sight inserts.

(10B11772-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

572. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE serial #144293, 32-40, 20” barrel with full magazine and a bright very good bore showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube retain perhaps 90-95% original blue with areas thinning to brown with light handling marks and spots of oxidation staining. The receiver retains about 75-80% original blue toning brown under bright light with light handling marks, high edge and carry wear. The hammer, lever and trigger are mostly a mottled gray patina with remnants of case-hardened colors and the barrel bands have a dull pewter patina. The smooth gumwood stocks rate very good with expected light handling marks and has a vacant hole in the toe line where a swivel stud once was. The rifle has a Marbles blade front sight and ladder rear sight and the saddle ring is intact. A very handsome 1902 manufactured carbine. (10A11762-2) {C&R} (1800/2200)

573. EXCELLENT LEATHER & OAK SHOTSHELL CARRIER WITH ABERCROMBIE & FITCH RETAILER MARKING This lovely leather and oak case measures 13 3/4”x10 1/2”x5 1/2” with brass hardware and collection of two-piece Remington shotshell boxes. The leather case remains in excellent condition with burgundy baize lining the interior lid. The top of the base is adorned with oak runners secured by brass brackets and screws and the exterior stitching remains tight and it has reinforced brass corners. There are four removable dividers and the case is marked “Abercrombie & Fitch / New York / Made in England” above the lock (no key provided). The leather covering shows light handling marks and a couple of spots of minor verdigris staining near the brass hardware. The interior houses a collection of eight vintage 12 gauge, two-piece Remington Nitro Club boxes: (1) Grouse Load, (1) Trap Load, (1) Goose Load, (1) Buckshot Load, (1) Rabbit Load, (1) Quail Load, (1) Heavy Duck Load, and (1) Squirrel Load. These are a mixture of full, partial, and empty boxes sealed in plastic wrap to protect the labels, all show varying amounts of light ingrained dirt staining and light scuffing most with 95-97% of the labeling remaining. Also included is an original Remington Nitro Express brochure that remains in excellent condition. (10B115764) (1000/1500)

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574. BRITISH BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY B. JENKINSON serial #734, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 26” barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. This is an attractive shotgun retailed by B. Jenkinson of New York City and made in Birmingham by G&S Holloway. The barrels retain about 95% original blue showing some mild edge wear and areas of minor thinning taking on a slight plum tone under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with the high edges taking on a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The bottom metal, triggerguard and top lever all retain about 90% original bright blue showing some light flaking and handling marks.

The action is embellished with lovely tasteful filigree scrollwork throughout and shows “B. JENKINSON” neatly engraved along both sides and the barrel rib. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with push button release remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the buttstock with a couple small solvent stains and otherwise strong oil finish. The checkering remains strong with nice mullered borders and there is an un-engraved monogram plate along the toe line. The stock shows slight cast-off and is equipped with a solid red rubber Old English pad with three black spacers providing a 14 1/8” length-of-pull (12 3/4” to the end of the wood). Drops are 1 5/8” and 2 1/2” and weight is 6 lbs.

8 1/2 oz. Shotgun features medium German silver bead front sight, double triggers and automatic safety, and barrels lock-up via dual under-bites solid on-face with top lever resting about center. The action seems to function well mechanically with robust in-time ejectors. A handsome British double from about the mid to late 1950s. (13C11621-101) {C&R} (1500/2500)

575. AYA NO. 2 SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #553231, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 26” chopper lump barrels choked a tight improved cylinder and a loose full with bright very good bores with scattered light pitting in the right and some light dings about halfway in the left. The barrels retain about 95% original blue with light wear at the breeches and muzzles and some scattered minor abrasions and handling marks; the triggerguard retains about half its blue with the edges and the tang toned to a silvery patina, and the forend iron and lever show light high edge and contact point wear. The frame retains about 85% original vibrant case-hardened colors with the edges of the fences and most of the underside toned to a silvery case-hardened patina, the factory embellished tight foliate scroll engraving remaining crisp with maker mark on both lockplates and the pins polished bright. The checkered straight grip walnut stock is in about very good condition with an about 1 1/8” v-shaped crack at the rear of the upper tang which flexes lightly, otherwise showing only perhaps a minor handling mark or two, and the splinter-style forend is in excellent condition with robust checkering.

The stock features drop points, an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline, and a 15” length of pull to the rubber buttpad with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. The maker mark and touch of scroll engraving on the rib remain clear, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun.

The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, robust ejectors, hand-detachable locks, cocking indicators, and is sighted with a lone steel bead. An attractive Spanish made ejectorgun. (14B11621147) {MODERN} (1500/2500)

576. AYA NO. 2 “GULDMANN AMBASSADOR” SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #397533, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright bores showing a handful of scattered light dings, more prominent in the right bore. The barrels retain about 97-98% professionally reapplied blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with streaks toning to gray under bright light, some light handling marks on the underside nearer the muzzles, and some previous minor abrasions and spots of pinprick pitting beneath the finish; some light verdigris is forming at the edge of the rib, near the breech, and the breech face and underbites show light oxidation staining. The frame retains about 75-80% vibrant case-hardened colors, the underside largely toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with strong color around and just ahead of the trigger, the edges of the fences and the tip of the upper tang toned to a similar silvery patina, and is factory embellished with lovely foliate scroll engraving providing about 98% coverage, the hinge pins engrave with an attractive floral motif. The triggerguard shows strong blue with silvering on the edges and at the base of the long tang, the lever silvering at its tip, and the watertable shows areas of oxidation staining. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good condition with two easily missed short, hairline cracks behind the upper tang, a few light dings and some scattered light handling marks, and some light depressions in the checkering. The stock features drop points, an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline, and is fit with a thick grooved buttplate giving an about 15 5/8” length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8”. The forend and barrels are numbered to the gun, and the left barrel is neatly inscribed “GULDMANN AMBASSADOR”. The shotgun locks up tight with the right barrel just a hair off-face, a bare sliver of light visible between the breech and standing breech, with the lever coming to rest at center and features an automatic safety, double triggers, robust ejectors, bushed firing pins, cocking indicators, hand-detachable locks, and is sighted with a lone steel bead. A beautiful Spanish double from Aguirre & Aranzabal. (14B11621-148) {MODERN} (1500/2500)

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577. FINE EARLY WESTLEY RICHARDS BAR-IN-WOOD PINFIRE DOUBLE HAMMERGUN

serial #A3482, 10 ga Pinfire, 30” damascus barrels with bright very fine to near excellent bores showing a little sparsely scattered pinprick pitting and mild oxidation speckling. The barrels of this attractive early gun retain about 92-94% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered tiny dings and sparse old oxidation speckling. The barrels show subtle attractive damascus patterns throughout and the barrel rib retains strong 1865 patent date and Westley Richards 170 New Bond Street London address. The lockplates retain generous silvery and smoky case-hardening throughout, the right plate with some wisps of strong colors, both are neatly maker-marked and embellished with excellent quality tasteful English scrollwork. The hammers show fine dolphin heads, the triggerguard has mostly toned to a medium gray-brown patina and the familiar 1864 patent Westley Richards top lever retains some streaks of original bright blue. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition having darkened somewhat from the years with slightly worn oil finish and some scattered light dings. There are a few thin drying cracks along the edges of the forend and ahead of the triggerguard but they are very minor, the checkering shows mild honest wear and stock fit is excellent. The silver monogram plate along the toe line is un-engraved, the forend wedge escutcheons are also of silver and the forend featured double-lipped horn tip. The barrels lock-up solid on-face and the right hammer drags a bit on the top edge of the bolster but the locks otherwise function crisply and the hammers are in-time. A fine example of an early Westley Richards cartridge gun, the pinfire system not being utilized very long by the company. (13B11621-77) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

578. FINE SWISS MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY M. BRUNNER serial #126, 7.5 Swiss, 33 5/8” fluted octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% showing some scattered small areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light and the barrel with a bit of sparse oxidation along the high edges. The right side of the action shows “M. BRUNNER / BRUGG” markings and the rear sight is maker-marked by Alcide Hirschy of Neuchatel. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in near excellent condition showing a little older added finish, light dings and a neatly executed small repair at the heel. The stock features a generous left-side cheekpiece and shows a small stud mounted on the right side of the butt just behind a German silver banner engraved with no doubt the original owner’s information “KARL KRAUSHAAR / ENNET-BADEN”. The schuetzen buttplate with acorn heel finial is easily adjustable for height via a spring-loaded system. The arm is equipped with double set triggers and sling swivels and is sighted with fully adjustable rear sight featuring four selectable notches and a windage adjustable medium blade post. The rear sight is serial-numbered “117” while the barrel is matching the action. The lever locking catch appears to have been deliberately ground down in order to manipulate the lever easier and the action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting Swiss schuetzen rifle in a more modern chambering still popular in the Swiss shooting tradition. (13B11108-156) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

579. BRITISH RIVIERE PATENT HALFSTOCK PERCUSSION FOWLER 10 bore, 32 1/2” part round part octagon damascus twist barrel with turned medial and multi-faceted section at the point of transition with moderately oxidized bore. This interesting fowler features Riviere’s distinctive internally-mounted hammer, the barrel retaining generous plum-brown finish with areas fading to gunmetal gray and showing some scattered areas of light to moderate old pitting along its length. The breech plug shows a few moderate tool marks along its right flat and it features dual platinum line inlays. The upper tang shows some nice silvery case-hardening and is embellished with some fine foliate bordering and scrollwork along with a monkey’s face on top and small tiger faces on the left and right flats. The hammer shows some damage around the skirt and a repair at the neck with otherwise nice dolphin head motif and the triggerguard has toned to gunmetal showing more nice scrollwork and a fine pineapple extension. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing remnants of some older added varnish, overall light dings and handling marks from honest use. The patchbox cover is toning to silvery gray patina and shows some patches of light pitting and is finely engraved with a handsome lion that remains mostly intact. A slightly short brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically.

An interesting British fowler for the antique arms collector. (13B11579-16) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

580. NEW YORK PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY ZETTLER

.44 cal, 31 3/4” octagon barrel drilled for false muzzle with a bright excellent bore, appearing to have been very nicely relined. The barrel has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing some overall light pitting with German silver bands at muzzle and breech.

The breech tang, lockplate and hammer are a lighter gray patina and show fine quality foliate scrollwork embellishments throughout, the plate marked “ZETTLER / NEW YORK” and the hammer with nice dolphin head. The fitting are of German silver consisting of nosecap, wedge escutcheons, fancy spur triggerguard and heavy schuetzen buttplate showing an old light cleaning and light foliate embellishments, the bottom spur of the triggerguard with a nice starburst.

The decorative lock screw escutcheon has worn to ocher brass and is in a very attractive dolphin form. The checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering is mostly intact and the stock features a left-side medium cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with a somewhat loose short tube tang sight, a rather simple v-notch rear leaf sight and a windage-adjustable target globe front with bead-on-post. The rifle includes a nicely-made false muzzle and brass-bodied starter and the set trigger will require mechanical attention as it does not set though the lock seems to function normally with just the firing trigger. A solid New York City schuetzen rifle. (13C11108-80) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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581. NEW YORK PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY KLEIN .41 cal, 32” cast steel octagon barrel drilled for false muzzle with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains perhaps 60% original plum-brown finish that is mixing with areas of gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old oxidation staining. The barrel shows “CAST STEEL” marking at the rear and is maker marked “PH. KLEIN. N.Y.” The breech plug with swirling bolster shows some moderate old pitting from cap splash and the breech tang and unmarked plain lockplate are a deep gray-brown patina. The fittings are German silver consisting of nosecap with small raised lip, nice decorative wedge escutcheons, fancy spur triggerguard, schuetzen buttplate, small monogram plate on the right side of the butt and a rather peculiar abstract-looking lock screw escutcheon. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish showing a thin 2” drying crack ahead of the lockplate and along the left edge back from the tip of forend. The sides of the butt exhibit some rather nice grain figure and there is some sort of inventory number stamped right of the upper tang “2237”. The stock features Philip Klein’s deep slung left-side cheekpiece and the triggerguard extension has two mounting points for the included nicely-made more modern palm rest with fire-blued hardware. The rifle is sighted with a medium-sized tube diopter tang sight and target globe front with bead-on-post. The lock is single acting with double set triggers and seems to function well mechanically. The rifle includes what appears to be its original false muzzle and brass body of the starter (the starter rod having been lost to the years). The gun is pictured and described on pages 96 and 97 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton & Rowe. (13B11108-82) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1800/2200)

582. SWISS PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE

BY SCHLAEPFER

.41 cal, 34 1/2” cast steel octagon barrel with recessed muzzle and a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout.

The barrel has mostly toned to a pleasant deep plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and old minor oxidation staining. The top flat has a short railed section for sights and is maker marked “J.J.SCHLAEPFER / in / GLARUS”. The breech plug with swirling bolster is mostly a medium gray patina while the breech tang and the lockplate show fine silvery case-hardening, the plate with generous vibrant colors throughout. The fancy spur triggerguard and schuetzen buttplate with acorn heel finial also retain some strong remnants of silvery case-hardening mixing with plum-brown patina. The smooth walnut stock remains in about very fine condition retaining most of its original varnish and showing some scattered light dings, a number of thin drying cracks in the grain most noticeable along the toe line, and a small repaired flake near the tip. Hardware fit remains quite nice overall and the stock features a nice rounded left-side cheekpiece, horn schnabel tip, German silver wedge escutcheons and brass pendulum patchbox.

The rifle is sighted with a rather compact fully-adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc, fully-adjustable u-notch rear sight and windage-adjustable target globe front sight with bead-on-post insert. The rifle includes a period leather-wrapped steel ramrod and a nicely made walnut palm rest. The lock with double set triggers is single-acting and seems to function well mechanically. Glarus is the small capital of the Swiss canton of the same name and this is a nice example of a classic Swiss schuetzen rifle. (13B11108-84) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1500/2000)

583. ATTRACTIVE ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #42156, 32 RF, 3 1/2” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing a few patches of moderate oxidation and mostly strong rifling throughout.

This lovely revolver is embellished with excellent quality New York engraving and the cylinder is gold-washed. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel finish showing scattered flaking along the high edges to a deep gray-brown patina and some mild oxidation staining. The gold wash along the cylinder shows moderate wear, the flats a deep gray-brown patina and the flutes with strong gold. The arm is embellished with lovely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with fine line background shading, line and zigzag bordering, and attractive acanthus leaf motifs throughout the cylinder flats.

The barrel shows crisp address and patent dates and the smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in excellent condition showing just a few minor handling marks. The grips are unmarked and retain excellent fit. Strangely, the frame shows assembly number “L5” while the barrel and cylinder are “Q7”, obviously this was some kind of error. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely Second Issue revolver. (13B11199-87) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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584. SCARCE TURKISH PEABODY-MARTINI TYPE B RIFLE BY PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. serial #559959, 45 Turkish Peabody-Martini, 33” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a seldom-seen rifle in its original Ottoman Turkish configuration showing Turkish numerals and the Sultan’s Tughra on the right side of the action. The metal surfaces retain about 80-85% original blue showing scattered pinprick pitting along the barrel, a few small areas of light to perhaps more moderate old pitting along the high edges of the action and triggerguard, and some other sparsely scattered light dings. The triggerguard and barrel bands otherwise retain a healthy amount of original bright blue, the breechblock is mostly bright showing some mild oxidation staining and the short lever retains nice vibrant case-hardened colors drifting to smoky gray along the exterior. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition with strong original oil finish and just some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The rear sling swivel is missing and the front swivel is a later replacement. The proper coarsely checkered steel buttplate, original sights and what appears to be the original cleaning rod are intact. The action will require some mechanical attention as the trigger is not resetting properly and will not fire the striker. A nice example of a desirable rifle for the military collector.

(13B11666-33) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1500/2000)

585. UNMARKED GERMANIC FLINTLOCK HORSE PISTOL .60 cal, 13 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at point of transition and slightly swamped muzzle, the bore moderately oxidized. Though not maker-marked this pistol is very Germanic in style and was reconverted to flint long ago, appearing to utilize the original lockplate and antique components that certainly look the part. The metal surfaces show an old cleaning with remnants of light pitting and oxidation staining, a few pits along the wood line of the barrel and touch hole area more moderate. There are some light foliate embellishments along the barrel and lock, the lock fitted with a cock of rather fancy construction and unbridled frizzen, the left barrel flat also showing a small crown over a sixpointed star touch mark. The remaining hardware is of iron featuring a curlicue trigger, foliate triggerguard finial, heavy dual-strapped butt cap, monogram plate atop wrist and a very nice pierced sideplate with dragons, foliate motifs and a face behind the rear lock screw. The walnut stock remains in about good condition, the forward 7” of the forend showing a failed repair and is now loose along with some other thin missing slivers and old repairs here and there. The raised edges around the hardware otherwise remains well-defined and there is a simple hickory ramrod present. The pistol is sighted with a scant brass blade and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A very good early European flintlock pistol. (13B11579-8) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

586. BRITISH PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOL BY WILLIAM CHANCE & SON .64 cal, 10” octagon barrel with a very good smooth bore showing some scattered light pitting. The barrel retains generous antique plum-brown finish with contrasting damascus twist patterns, a few scattered pinprick pits and some old small dings. The top flat is very lightly engraved in small lettering “CHANCE & SON MAKERS LONDON” while the underside shows period Birmingham proof marks.

The breech plug has mostly toned to pewter and features dual platinum band inlays and a platinum blowout plug. The lockplate and remaining fittings are a similar pewter gunmetal patina showing remnants of cleaned pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining. The lockplate is embellished in near full coverage with fine quality English scrollwork that remains mostly intact, dolphin head hammer and maker mark in center.

The barrel wedge escutcheons and oval monogram plate atop the wrist are of silver and the checkered walnut stock with horn tip remains in about very good condition showing a number of old repaired cracks and light chips under an added varnish.

The diamond checkered grip appears to have been refreshed, the grip shape is rather peculiar, and the stock was perhaps modified at some point during the period of use. What appears to be the original brasstipped hickory ramrod is present and the pistol is equipped with v-notch rear sight, medium silver bead front sight and sliding safety. The lock with set trigger seems to function normally. (13B11579-4) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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587. GERMAN UNDERLEVER DOUBLE HAMMER BUCHSFLINTE COMBINATION GUN BY CHRISTOPH FUNK

serial #19962, 11mm Mauser & 16 ga, 27 5/8” barrels with rifle right and shotgun left, the rifle bore mostly bright and very fine showing some small areas of light pitting and strong rifling throughout and the shotgun bore partially bright rating good with some scattered light pitting its full-length. The barrels retain perhaps 75% original blue that is drifting to a pleasant plumblue tone with other areas toning to a deep gunmetal gray and showing scattered light handling marks.

Funk’s maker information is neatly inlaid in gold along the crosshatched rib and there are dual silver band inlays at the breech. The action and back action lockplates have toned to a mix of nice silvery case-hardened patina and mild gray-brown with a little minor oxidation staining. The arm is embellished with wide oak leaf and acorn motifs, the lockplates with somewhat simple deer scenes. The buttplate has a nice crosshatched trap with cutouts for one shotgun shell and two rifle cartridges. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered old dings and scuffs, the forend with some thin chipping along the edges. Stock fit is otherwise excellent with nice left-side shadowline cheekpiece and lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout. The barrels lock-up solid on-face and the gun features sling swivels, fine v-notch rear sight, silver bead front and double triggers with front rifle set. The locks with rebounding hammers seem to function well mechanically.

A very good German cape gun from this quality maker. (13B11108-150) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

588. UNMARKED FINE QUALITY GERMAN SNAP ACTION DRILLING serial #315, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 8x57JR, 26 3/4” Prima Fluss-stahl barrels choked modified and full with bright near excellent bores, the right barrel with one small visible ding and the rifle bore bright and excellent with crisp rifling. Though seemingly unmarked, this is a quality drilling and is attributed to Suhl maker F.W. Kessler. The barrels retain about 90% original blue with just some even toning to mild gray patina under bright light. The action retains about 40% nice vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas with the balance toned to an attractive smoky and silvery case-hardened patina. The action is embellished in full coverage with loose Germanic foliate scroll , light bordering and matting on top. The right side shows scene of roe deer while the left shows a pair of stag. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in very fine condition showing a little added oil finish with some scattered light handling marks, minor hairline crack forming at upper tang and a neatly repaired chip at the toe. The stock features left-side shadowline cheekpiece and four cartridge trap along the toe line with nicely engraved and case-hardened cover. The grooved horn buttplate shows a little insect damage at the heel and length-of-pull is about 13 5/8”. The gun is equipped with a full complement of amenities including: European sling swivels, double triggers with front rifle set, left-side Greener safety, brass cocking indicator pins, upper tang barrel selector that automatically flips of the rifle u-notch rear sight and the front sight is a silver bead. The barrels lock-up solid on-face, weight is 7 lbs. and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B11108-27) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

589. NEW YORK PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY REYNOLDS .40 cal, 34 1/2” octagon barrel with a very good mostly bright bore showing some scattered old light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel is a dull pewter and brown patina with scattered light oxidation staining and some scattered pitting along its front half and around the nipple bolster. There is a scant German silver front sight and nice a buckhorn rear with the top barrel flat neatly engraved “F Reynolds N York”, a bit softened from the years. The breech and tang show some light engraving, the breech with two inlaid brass bands. The back action lock shows light game scene engraving and there is loose scroll on the hammer; the front portion of the hammer skirt has chipped away from the years. The walnut stock rates very good showing an old light cleaning with some added finish, a few old repaired cracks, a crack at the left side of the breech to the lock screw escutcheon and a repaired chip beneath the bolster which was neatly done. Fittings include German silver forend tip, tailpipe and oval wedge escutcheons. The German silver single spur triggerguard shows some nice engraving on the bow and extensions and there is a chiseled toe plate nicely engraved as well. The pendulum style German silver patchbox show some very nice engraving with a folky deer, the sideplate is lightly engraved and there are three engraved star inlays, two along the left side of the stock and one atop the wrist. The squared-off left-side cheekpiece has a very nice American Eagle inlay which is neatly engraved. The back action lock is dual acting and has no half-cock rest, the stock has shrunken a bit over the years and there is a gap along its lower leading edge. There is an antique ramrod included which is likely a replacement from the period of use. Francis Reynolds was active in New York City from about 1839-1867. The engraving and style of work very closely matches a cartridge arm made by Reynolds pictured in The New York State Firearms Trade by Swinney-Lewis-Blackburn. A quality New York rifle that has seen some honest use but retains a fine bore.

(13B11804-13) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1200/1800)

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590. ITHACA FLUES GRADE 5E SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN serial #306860T, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 32” ventilated rib barrel choked full with some stubborn wad residue in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 98% excellent quality reapplied blue with some scattered light pits along the underside of the bore, some minor handling marks, and a few hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The case-hardened frame has toned to a pewter-gunmetal patina with strong remnants of case color in the protected areas beneath the lever and around the trigger, the factory Grade 5 foliate scroll, attractive bordering, and dot shading remain crisp with full coverage and fine game bird scenes, a silver inlaid pheasant left and partridge right, and the trigger plate reading “MADE IN / USA” above a resolute Federal Eagle; the excellent quality work appears unsigned. The fleur-de-lis checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and beavertail forend are in very good to very good plus condition with a neatly repaired crack traveling from the tip of the upper tang to the base of the trigger, easily missed without close inspection, a pair of tight cracks at the base of the forend, and a small handful of light handling marks. The stock and forend show some attractive grain figure along the comb line and at the forend tip, and feature a triangular forend tip inlay, unengraved shield-shaped monogram plate on the toeline, and a Pachmayr ventilated recoil pad giving an about 14 1/8” length of pull with drops of about 1 5/8” and 2”. Both the barrel and forend are numbered to the gun. Interestingly, a later added safety is present on the upper tang, which no longer functions. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center and features a robust ejector and is sighted with dual white beads on the matted rib. A carefully restored Ithaca 5E from 1921, a desirable piece of any American shotgun collection. (14B11666-6) {C&R} (2000/4000)

591. WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP SHOTGUN serial #609650, 12 ga, 30” matted barrel choked full with a bright very good plus bore with fine frosting scattered throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1914-made shotgun retain about 98-99% professionally reapplied blue with a few specks of oxidation staining, some minor handling marks including one assembly mark on the left edge of the receiver, and scattered remnants of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The finely checkered straight grip walnut stock is in near excellent condition with a couple light dings and handling marks, and the forend is in very good plus condition with a tight about 1” crack at the left rear. The checkered hard rubber Winchester Repeating Arms buttplate shows some light handling marks and provides a 13 7/8” length of pull, and the wrist shows a neatly inlaid black diamond. The Winchester factory markings are largely intact and clear, the 2-line barrel address softened in spots and the Winchester “WP” proof on the receiver mostly washed out, the barrel curiously showing what appears to be two “WP” proof, the second laying partially beneath the receiver extension with a leg of the “W” peaking out, and the receiver extension is numbered to the gun; the bolt is crisply stamped “TRAP GUN”. A wonderfully restored Black Diamond Trap Model 1897, sure to find a home in any Winchester collection. (14B11523-9) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)

592. NEW YORK OVER UNDER PERCUSSION DOUBLE RIFLE BY B. C. WOOD

.38 cal, 34” round barrels with mostly bright very fine bores showing a little bit oxidation and pinprick pitting nearer the muzzles and otherwise crisp rifling. The barrels retain perhaps 75% original plum-brown finish with areas toning to gray-brown and gunmetal along with some scattered small areas of old oxidation and a bit of erosion around the nipple bolsters. The top barrel shows strong “B.C. WOOD / P.POST N.Y.” marking and the back action lockplates are also both maker-marked showing remnants of silvery case-hardened patina. The spur triggerguard is iron while the crescent buttplate, toe plate and pendulum patchbox are German silver. The smooth walnut stock features a very subtle squared-off left-side cheekpiece and remains in about very fine condition showing an old antique varnish that has taken on a fine craquelure along with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a folding tang aperture disc, the sporting rear sight has been bent down long ago and the front is a German silver blade that is a

little loose on its base. A pair of simple hickory ramrods is present and the hammer are two different styles but the locks seems to function normally. A very respectable double rifle from Barry C. Wood of Painted Post. (13B11804-12) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1200/1800)

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593. REMINGTON MODEL 25 SLIDE ACTION CARBINE serial #24715, 32-20 WCF, 18” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% plus original blue with scattered fine oxidation staining, high edge and carry wear. The straight grip walnut stock and grooved forend rate near excellent with a few light handling marks and the grooved steel buttplate with “REM / UMC” logo rates very good with silvering along its high edges. The rifle features a raised bead front sight, shielded rear sight, sling eyes, and added Lyman aperture sight. The action functions well mechanically and this overall very good condition carbine should make a great addition to any collection. (10A11696-9) {C&R} (1200/1800)

594 CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1868 OFFICERS MODEL TRAPDOOR RIFLE serial #931, 40-70 BN, 27 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. Built around an original Model 1868 receiver and action, this handsome rifle is a finely constructed representation of the desirable Officers Model trapdoor. The custom barrel retains about 99% quality rust blue while the action retains about 95% restored case-hardened colors mixing with areas of smooth gray under a coating of protective lacquer. The lockplate is dated 1863 at the rear while the breechblock is dated 1870 and the right side of the action has been stamped with the cartridge designation. The barrel band and buttplate also show nice colors, the fancy triggerguard retains about 99% rust blue and the screw heads show nice fire blue. The smooth walnut stock with fancy nickeled nosecap remains in near excellent condition as nicely refinished showing some scattered light dings, small abrasion along the bottom edge below the lockplate and a peculiar small hole at the rear below the lockplate.

The rifle is equipped with sling swivels, cleaning rod, double set triggers, Model 1879 rifle rear sight and Lyman combination front sight. The action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely custom rifle in a classic single shot target cartridge.

(13B11647-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

595. NICELY-RESTORED MARLIN BALLARD NO. 3 GALLERY RIFLE serial #24537, 22 LR, 23” neatly relined octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 99% excellent quality rust blue while the action shows rich case-hardened colors throughout, mixing with areas of smooth gray beneath a protective lacquer. There are no apparent Marlin markings remaining though study of the serial number and internal surfaces of the action confirm the action’s antique nature. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition as refinished showing a number of repaired thin cracks, some of these rather lengthy back from the action, and a 3 3/4" repaired chip at the toe. The crescent buttplate shows 99% lovely restored case-hardened as well and the rifle is sighted with a typical sporting rear sight and plain blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely restored rifle that will probably make for a fine shooter. (13B11647-9) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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596. GERMAN FALLING BLOCK ZIMMERSTUTZEN RETAILED

BY E. MOETZEL 4mm RF, 26 1/2” heavy fluted octagon “barrel”, 8” true barrel with a bright very fine bore. The barrel of this attractive zimmerstutzen retains about 70% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with toning to mild gray-brown patina and scattered light oxidation staining. The top flat shows nice matting and is retailer marked by E. Moetzel of Weimar. The action retains about 90% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with most of the loss due to some scattered mild brown oxidation speckling and showing nice engraved scenes with Germanic foliate motifs, light burnished accents, woman in traditional garb on right and rifleman on left. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings and dents from honest use and a small chip along the edge of the right-side thumb rest. There is a slight gap at the toe and the stock features a generous left-side ramshorn cheekpiece. The sling swivels are intact and the rifle is sighted with adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc and protected bead-on-post ramped front. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A fine smallbore gallery gun replicating the full-sized schuetzen rifles. (13B11108-57) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)

597. GERMAN SMALLBORE FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE serial #H3041, 22 LR, 27 1/2” octagon “barrel”, 21” true barrel with a bright excellent bore. This nice rimfire short range schuetzen rifle appears to be unmarked as to maker or retailer. The barrel retains about 75% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered areas of old oxidation and some light pitting particularly along the left side. The top flat is grooved and there are dual silver band inlays at the breech. The action retains a similar amount of nice mostly vibrant case-hardened colors toning to smoky patina and with some overall fine oxidation speckling. The action is embellished with light Germanic foliate motifs with punch-dot background shading and burnished accents, both sides also with portraits of traditional riflemen. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings, a few more noticeable small abrasions along the forend and a thin crack along the edge of the right-side thumb rest. The stock features left-side ramshorn cheekpiece and other traditional hardware.

The rifle is sighted with adjustable tang sight with wide aperture disc and protected bead on ramp front. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A nice rifle in a desirable configuration that could no doubt still be used in smallbore competition. (13B1110858) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)

598. EXPERIMENTAL BRITISH PATTERN 1856 PERCUSSION SHORT RIFLE BY A. FRANCOTTE .50 cal., 33” barrel with five-groove rifling and a bright about very good plus bore showing light pitting throughout the strong rifling.

This Liege-made rifle, according to the included note from the consignor, respected Civil War collector David Warne, is a rare experimental gun made when the British were considering replacing the .577 cal. The barrel, bands, triggerguard, and buttplate have aged to a mottled mix of light and dark gray patina with overall spots of old light oxidation and light pitting with the pitting perhaps more light-moderate around the breech and bolster. The lockplate is toning to a pewter-gray case-hardened patina with speckles of fine pinprick pitting and is clearly stamped “A. Francotte / A Liege.” There are a few Belgian proofs on the left side of the breech and on the barrel tang, and inspection marks on the small parts. The walnut stock rates fine with a coat of added finish, and the buttstock has been cleaned with the left side of the buttstock lightly reprofiled. There is an unobtrusive rectangular wood repair on the toe line and multiple small nail stabilized cracks on the right side of the buttstock which are also unobtrusive. There is a moderate 1 1/4” scratch on the left side of the buttstock, some wear behind the triggerguard tang, and a few other minor handling marks. There are softened “AF” in oval inspection marks on the left stock flat and the top of the wrist, and the remnant of an inspection mark on the heel. The front sight is a dovetailed German silver blade, the rear sight, ramrod, bayonet bar, and sling swivels are intact, the nipple is a later replacement, and the action is strong and crisp. An interesting and very respectable example in an unusual caliber. (23B10575-63) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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599. FINE REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #46, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near excellent bores showing some light pitting nearer the breeches with strong rifling throughout. This Type II deringer retains 99% original nickel finish, showing a few light dings about the butt with the odd fleck of bubbling or loss and remaining in overall excellent condition. The small parts show scattered fine oxidation staining and edge wear, with the barrel latch and trigger toning to gunmetal and the hammer and extractor retaining generous brilliant fire blue. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition, fitting nicely throughout with minimal handling wear. The single-line “slant” barrel address remains crisp and excellent, the hinge remains intact, and the gun locks up robustly exhibiting only minimal play. A lovely example in a state of condition not often encountered. (26A10826-174) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

600. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #646, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores. This Type II deringer retains 95% original blue along the barrel assembly, showing scattered high edge and handling wear with oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss and the crowns of the muzzles toning to gunmetal, while the frame has toned largely to a spotty brown patina with intermittent thinning blue throughout, more concentrated in the protected areas; generous glimpses of fire blue are still visible along the small parts. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear and a few areas where the fit is slightly shy. The single “long-line” barrel address marking remains crisp and legible, the hinge remains intact, and the arm locks up firmly exhibiting minimal play. A fine double deringer. (26A10826-181) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1000. SMITH & WESSON K-22 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #638177, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Outdoorsman remains in wonderful condition with about 99% original blue showing a very light wear at the muzzle and few scattered handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in superb condition. This gun features a Call silver bead front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory two-piece red box that is correctly end labeled to the gun and a bore brush. The surcharge on the bottom of the box with the serial number cannot be accurately read due to wear. The box rates about good showing moderate edge wear and light to moderate soiling. This is a fine example of the Outdoorsman showing minimal use over the years. (8B11534-89) {C&R} (1800/2200)

1001. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N346075, 41 Magnum, 8 3/8” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely mid-1970’s revolver appears as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% plus original blue showing only a faint turn ring on the recessed cylinder. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in wonderful condition. This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory mahogany presentation case, cleaning kit, and screwdriver. The case rates excellent with minor handling marks while the interior flocking rates about excellent with light wear on the edges of the molded section. While the Model 57 never gained the popularity of the Model 29 with sportsman, the collectors love them and this is about as fine an example as you will find. (8A11534-101) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1002. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 53-2 CONVERTIBLE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #K701120, 22 Remington Jet / 22 LR, 6” pinned barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely “Centerfire Magnum” shows very little use since it left the factory in 1966.

This gun retains about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” special target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and they remain in excellent condition. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, frame mounted rimfire and centerfire firing pins, and rocking firing pin selector on the hammer. This gun includes a factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, un-numbered factory spare 22 LR cylinder, six 22 LR chamber inserts, and cleaning kit. A fantastic example of the “Jet”. (8A11534-98) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1003. WILSON COMBAT CQB SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #WCPS1998, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This finely crafted pistol shows minimal use and remains in wonderful condition.

The pistol retains about 99% original black Armor-Tuff finish. The double diamond checkered exotic hardwood grips feature Wilson Combat medallions and remain in excellent condition with minor handling marks. This gun has numerous features including a fiber optic semi-ramp front sight, rear “Battlesight” with “U” notch and cocking ledge, “Bullet proof” extended thumb safety, fine checkering on the frontstrap and flat mainspring housing, undercut triggerguard, long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop, beavertail safety with memory bump, fore and aft cocking serrations on the slide, trigger job, and Wilson’s usual incredible accuracy job (test target is a five shot 1/4” c-c group at 15 yards). It includes the factory soft case, a pair of Wilson Combat eight-round magazine with removable floorplate, Ed Brown seven-round magazine, Brownells and Wilson Combat bushing wrenches, trigger lock with a pair of keys, four Wilson Combat Shok Buff recoil spring buffers, and two spare sets of Wilson Combat three dot night sights that still faintly glow. A superb gun for a variety of defensive and shooting needs.

(8B11718-2) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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1004. SIG SAUER P210 LEGEND SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #P334608, 9mm, 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 2011 proof dated pistol remains as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% plus original blue. The checkered walnut wraparound two-piece grips rate excellent. This gun features a semi-ramp front sight, high visibility drift adjustable rear sight, and manual safety. It includes the original hard case with shipping sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory eight-round magazines, test target numbered to the gun showcasing its legendary accuracy, manual, and paperwork. An excellent P210 Legend. (8A117125) {MODERN (2000/2500)

1005. EARLY AND RARE RUGER MINI-14 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #180-00142, 223 Remington, 18 1/2" “pencil” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1974-manufactured “Southport” Mini-14 retain 98% original blue, showing a few scattered light handling marks and flecks of light oxidation staining throughout, with some minor casting imperfections noticeable along the gas block. The original walnut stock rates very good showing a few scattered light dings and handling marks, focused on the left side most chiefly under the receiver, and the desirable factory walnut handguard remains excellent and exhibits slight play. This rifle retains the early M1-style hand-adjustable rear sight assembly and lovely original Lyman brass bead front, and also retains the original bolt-stop assembly exclusive to these earlier variants. This firearm comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. Included with this rifle is a replacement factory box, correctly identified and end-labeled to the gun with a hand-penciled note from Mr. Sanetti indicating that the original box was destroyed by a flood at the Ruger factory; also included is a factory flush-fit 5-round magazine, clip-bound first-series looseleaf manual, and an exceedingly rare 10-round factory “straight mag”, bearing correct factory floorplate and remaining in excellent overall condition. An included factory invoice indicates that this rifle did not ship from the Southport factory until October of 1996, and it remains in its original configuration. A scarce and complete package for the Ruger enthusiast. (26A11655-6) {C&R} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1800/2200)

1006. SCARCE RUGER WOODSIDE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #430-00142, 12 ga., 30” ventilated rib screwchoke barrels with bright and excellent bores showing some wad fouling. This “Sporting Clays” shotgun comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”.

This lovely shotgun remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a minute storage mark or two, with the blued surfaces toning lightly to plum. The nicely-figured checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock with eponymous “bar-in-wood” siding remains excellent as does the checkered beavertail forend, with a minimum length of pull about 14”, and the factory black buttpad remains excellent with the only apology being some typical discoloration from age. The shotgun locks up tightly and on-face with the lever resting just right of center, and ejector function remains robust.

Included is the original factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun and remaining excellent, Full, Improved Cylinder, and Modified chokes, choke wrench, Rig +P lubricant, as well as the manual and paperwork. With roughly 3,000 examples having left the factory, this one in 1998, this remains a lovely and complete package for the collector. (26B11655-22) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (2500/3500)

1007. SCARCE RUGER MODEL 96/22M LEVER-ACTION CARBINE serial #620-00142, 22 WMR, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This desirable carbine appears as-new-in-box and comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. This first-year-of-production gun retains 99% plus blue and anodized finishes and the smooth birch stock does not appear to have seen any use. This rifle retains the standard open sights and included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, factory fired case, and a single factory 9-round rotary magazine. A handsome and complete 96/22M for the collector. (26A11655-11) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1000/1500)

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1008. RARE AND DESIRABLE RUGER TRAP MODEL SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN serial #440-00142, 12 ga, 34” free-float ventilated rib barrel with a bright excellent “straight-groove” bore. This exceptionally scarce shotgun comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. This lovely shotgun remains as-newin-box, showing only perhaps a minute storage mark, with the blued surfaces toning lightly to plum. The frame retains handsome foliate scroll engraving flanking “RUGER / Control Pattern / TRAP MODEL” on both sides with gold Ruger Eagle on the belly, and all markings remaining crisp and excellent. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and forend remain excellent and retains its adjustable comb and buttplate, with a minimum length of pull of 13 3/4", and the factory Pachmayr Decelerator buttpad appears as-new. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever resting just a tad right of center and the ejector remains robust. Accompanying this shotgun are its original slate of accessories including correctly numbered and end-labeled factory box which remains excellent, Ruger chokewrench, factory tools, triggerlock, Rugerbranded Briley Full and Modified chokes, Rig +P lubricant, and original manual and forearm assembly cards. The Trap Model was conceived and manufactured between 1999-2001 as an “unsingle” shotgun, a continuation of Ruger’s burgeoning entry into the shotgun market, based on the Red Label but presented with Gold Label-esque embellishments; Bill Ruger’s passing in 2002 disrupted this entry, as well as the subsequent manufacturing and sale of all Ruger shotguns. This particular gun left the factory that same year and remains a complete and high-condition example, with only about 300 in total known to have left the factory. (26B11655-15) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (3000/5000)

1009. EARLY AND RARE RUGER MINI-30 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #189-00142, 7.62x39, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This early Mini comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. This first-yearof-production rifle remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark. It retains its handsome early wooden handguard which remains excellent as well as the standard open sights, target blocks, and safety features. Included is the original factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, as well as a loose pair of blued Ruger factory rings which rate excellent, original manual and paperwork, a single 5-round 7.62marked factory magazine, and an original factory invoice indicating that this particular rifle left the factory in July of 1987. A early and complete example made sweeter by its provenance. (26A11655-4) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1200/1800)

1010. EARLY DESIRABLE RUGER MINI-14 RANCH RIFLE serial #187-00142, 223 Rem, 18 1/2" “stepped” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This first-year Ranch rifle comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It remains in excellent overall condition, retaining 99% original blue, showing perhaps a negligible handling mark or two and a few minute flecks of finish toning to brown under direct light. The birch stocks and desirable early handguard rate excellent showing little if any wear with a small gap in fit to the gas block, and the checkered black factory buttplate remains as-new. Included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun and retaining an original factory-use shipping label, manual, paperwork, a loose set of Ruger rings, factory 5-round magazine, and an original factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in October of 1982. An early and excellent Mini in a condition not often encountered. (26A11655-2) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1500/2000)

1011. SUPERB COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S17909A, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful revolver remains as-new-in-box. It retains 99% plus original nickel plate with no visible turn ring on the cylinder. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has the standard features of a Single Action Army and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory two-piece blue box with shipping sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, trigger lock with key, hangtag, and manual. The box and paperwork rate excellent. A super Single Action Army that looks as good as the day it left the factory in 1997. (8B11665-6) {MODERN}(2000/3000

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1012. EXCELLENT COLT THIRD GENERATION SHERIFF’S MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #SA42034, 44-40 W.C.F., 3” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful little revolver remains as-new-in-box. Retaining 99% original blue with no visible turn ring on the cylinder while the frame has beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has typical Sheriff’s Model features, the left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SHERIFF’S MODEL”, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box and paperwork rate excellent. A beautiful collectible for the Single Action enthusiast.

(8A11665-8) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1013. RUGER RED LABEL SMALLBORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #420-13829, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 26” ventilated rib screw choked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 97-98% original blue with the light silvering at the muzzles and along the edges of the rib, some scattered specks of oxidation, and the chamber area is toned to plum. The stainless steel frame remains bright with only a few gray freckles and some minor handling marks, the front of the triggerguard bow has worn to pewter gunmetal with the triggerguard overall retaining about 70% blue, and the lever some light silvering on the high edges. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with scattered light handling marks and a tiny ding at the toe; the steel gripcap with Ruger medallion shows light wear along the high edges. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest at center and features a single selective trigger, an automatic safety, mechanical hammers, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. Included is the factory cardboard box, end labeled and numbered to the gun, shipping sleeve, manual, lock, and five Ruger branded screw chokes as follows: full, skeet (x2), modified, and improved cylinder. A solid smallbore over under that has seen careful use. (14A11604-3) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1014. BROWNING SHOTGUN

CITORI

SUPERLIGHT

OVER

UNDER

serial #16523NYA33, 20 ga (2 3/4”), 26” ventilated rib invector choked barrels with some spots of light pitting in the chambers but bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this Japanese-made shotgun retain about 97% original blue with a touch of silvering at the muzzles, light wear on the high edges of the frame, and the frame has toned lightly to plum; the breechface shows some spots of oxidation staining.

The trigger retains nearly all its gold finish with a hint of silvering along one edge. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and schnabel-style forend are in very good condition with some minor dings and light handling marks, and a few chipped points of checkering; the Browning black plastic buttplate is intact. The frame is nicely factory embellished with Browning Grade I foliate scroll engraving, the underside reading “BROWNING / Citori”, and the barrel markings remain crisp; the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center, and features a single selective trigger, nonautomatic safety, robust ejectors, 14 1/8” length of pull, and is sighted with a lone steel bead. Included are two screw chokes, one extended choke marked “SK I”, and one flush-fit Browning choke marked “SKEET – LEAD / MOD – STEEL”. An attractive 1992-made 20 ga Superlight. (14B11703-2) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1015. SAKO PRE-VIXEN MANNLICHER BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #15841, 222 Rem, 23 1/2” barrel with a bright very good plus bore with a spot of light pitting midbore, otherwise with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue with some scattered light wear on high edges and contact points, a spot of light oxidation on the barrel band, and the muzzle area is toning to plum under bright light. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut Mannlicher stock is in very good condition with a hairline about 3/4” crack at the rear of the receiver, some scattered light handling marks, and spots of mild fabric patterning in the finish. The stock features a left side cheekpiece, sling swivels, and the groove Sako plastic buttplate is intact. The factory markings are intact and clear, and the bolt is numbered to the rifle. The rifle retains the hooded ramped blade front sight and the receiver is grooved for scope or receiver sight mounting; no rear sight is present. Included is a single magazine.

A fine vintage full-stock sporting rifle. (14A11684-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1016. COLT PYTHON REVOLVER

DOUBLE

ACTION

serial #80174E, 357 Magnum, 6” full lug barrel with a ventilated rib featuring a bright excellent bore.

This lovely revolver has seen minimal use since it left Hartford in 1977 and remains in fantastic condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original Colt Royal Blue with a few minor handling marks, a tiny scratch on the edge of the sideplate, and only a faint rotational ring. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue with bright sides on the hammer. The checkered rubber Pachmayr finger groove “Gripper” grips feature Pachmayr medallions and remain in excellent condition. This beautiful revolver features a Patridge front sight, Colt Elliason black blade adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. Pythons have maintained a strong interest with Colt collectors and revolver enthusiasts alike, they remain a solid investment. (8B11739-42) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1017. DESIRABLE COLT ANACONDA DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

serial #MM64212, 45 Colt, 6” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful 1994-manufactured Anaconda shows very little if any use. The stainless steel surfaces rate excellent. The checkered finger groove Pachmayr “Gripper” stocks feature Pachmayr medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated red ramp front sight and white outline Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. The Anaconda remain desirable collectibles especially in 45 Colt. (8B1152387) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1018. COLT PYTHON REVOLVER

DOUBLE

ACTION

serial #81629E, 357 Magnum, 6” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Python appears to have seen little if any use since leaving Hartford in 1977. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original nickel plate. The checkered Type III factory target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. This gun is sighted with serrated ramp front sight and black blade Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. A beautiful Python for your collection.

(8B11523-86) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

1019. LOVELY COLT GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #70N92977, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol has seen minimal use since leaving the factory in 1981. The pistol retains about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The grips are the real prize featuring lovely factory ivory with silver Rampant Colt medallions. They remain in excellent condition with fine black line figuring and an overall coffee color. It features a Patridge front sight, Colt Elliason black blade rear sight, long target trigger with overtravel stop, and Series ’70 collet bushing. It includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine. A beautifully adorned Gold Cup. (8A11523-128) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

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1020. SCARCE U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER serial #5168409, 30-06, 24” 10-53 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. Though predominately equipped with high quality LMR barrels, some of the “postage stamp” variant IHC M1 rifles are believed to have been equipped with 1953-dated Springfield Armory barrels to match their SA-production receivers, such as with this rifle. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few spots of hardened oil, and some scattered light handling marks and specks of oxidation around the gas cylinder and muzzle. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good plus condition with a tight 3/4” crack at the left woodline below the clip latch and some scattered dings and light handling marks, most having softened with time. The stock is marked with the softened remnants of a 1/2” DoD acceptance mark and a partial circled “P” proof, remaining otherwise unmarked.

The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp and the marked parts are all of IHC origin, including the windage and elevation drums of the T105 rear sight. The rifle features the correct stamped triggerguard and 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and the trigger is light with no perceptible “wall”. Included is a Certificate of Authenticity from the DCM, serialized and matching to the rifle, as well as a modern M1 rifle manual. A seldom seen example of an IHC rifle factory assembled with a SA barrel. (14B11700-89) {C&R} (1800/2200)

1021. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE

BY WINCHESTER serial #2359397, 30-06, 24” 4-60 dated VAR barrel with a bright excellent bore. In the years following WWII, the US gave M1 rifles as aid to many of our allies, the Danish being one that went even further to formally adopt the Garand as their primary rifle. These rifles are known for their strong condition, often refit with high quality domestically produced VAR barrels. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, the stock ferrule, handguard ferrule, and handguard band clip toned largely to pewter, a few spots of oxidation and light handling marks, and mild thinning on the gas cylinder. The Danish beechwood pistolgrip stock is in very good plus condition with some scattered dings and light handling marks, the toeline clearly numbered to the rifle, and the walnut handguards are in very good condition with similar if more frequent dings and light handling marks. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, the primary small parts are of Springfield Armory origin, and the elevation knob is VAR-marked the same as the barrel. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a Certificate of Authenticity from the DCM serialized to the rifle and noting its Danish origin, contemporary M1 manual, and 50 yard target shot by the consignor.

An attractive December 1943-made M1 rifle with an interesting history. (14A11700-74) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1022. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON serial #4741309, 30-06, 24” 4-54 dated HRA barrel with a bright very good to very good plus bore with some light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this early 1950’s era rifle retain about 95% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, some light toning to brown on the handguard metal, and some light handling marks primarily on the gas cylinder. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition with some scattered light dings and divots, and is marked with the remnants of a 3/8” DoD acceptance mark and a faint circled “P”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the hammer is Springfield Armory made, and the remaining marked parts are HRA-marked. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, stamped triggerguard, and 2-slot gas cylinder screw. An attractive and desirable M1 rifle. (14A11687-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1023. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #6082932, 30-06, 24” 4-56 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright near excellent bore with hints of oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this late-production rifle retain about 95% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, a small band of light wear on the barrel ahead of the ahead of the handguard, and some scattered light handling marks. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition as lightly arsenal cleaned with some scattered light dings and handling marks, the steel buttplate proud at the heel and toe, and the handguards are very good condition with a few light to perhaps more moderate dings and a pair of tight cracks at the tip of the rear handguard. The stock shows a faint 1/2” DoD acceptance mark and a strong circled “P” inside the pistolgrip stamped over a previous partial “P”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp and the primary small parts are all SA-marked, including the factory relieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A fine M1 rifle from the end of production. (14A11687-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1024. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY NATIONAL POSTAL METER serial #4197091, 30 Carbine, 18” Marlin barrel with a bright very good plus bore with some pinprick pitting at the muzzle and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 3rd serial number block carbine retain about 97-98% dark gray-green Parkerized finish with touches of silvering on high edges, light operational wear on the bolt, and some scattered light handling marks. The M2 walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition as arsenal refurbished with some light dings on the forend and toe line, and the inside of the sling cut showing areas of relieved wood. The stock is stamped with a strong boxed “(star) / FAT / 76” Italian rework mark on the left side, otherwise appearing unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and the marked parts all appear to be either NPM or Underwood manufactured, correct for this carbine. The carbine has been updated with a milled adjustable rear sight, the Underwood-marked front sight showing a 1/4” crack on the underside of the barrel, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, and features a flat bolt and rotary safety. Included is a single Parkerized, ISmarked, 15-round magazine showing spots of light oxidation on the right side. A collectible M1 carbine, having seen service with our Italian allies postWWII. (14A11700-14) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1025. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY SAGINAW S.G.

serial #3536113, 30 Carbine, 18” Saginaw barrel with a bright very good bore with some light pitting at the muzzle but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 92% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light thinning on the bolt and triggerguard bow, and some light toning to brown under bright light; a few spots show some previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good condition with an added glossy finish and some scattered light handling marks, the right side of the stock showing a faint boxed “S.G.” and Ordnance Wheel, the sling cut with a light “R.S.G.” maker mark above “99F”, and the underside of the handguard is lightly “OI” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp and the marked parts all appear to be Saginaw-made, save for the hammer which appears lightly cleaned with no markings evident.

The carbine features the two-position aperture rear sight, flat bolt, button safety, and Type I barrel band. Included is a single QU-marked 15-round magazine in excellent condition. A Saginaw carbine in largely original configuration. (14A11700-16) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1026. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 REMINGTON RAND

SEMI-AUTO

PISTOL

BY

serial #1520048, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This 1943 gun remains in about very good condition. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original Parkerized finish that appears strong in ambient light but is starting to take on a brown hue under direct light. The metal surfaces showing high edge wear, the frontstrap and portions of the frame have toned to brown, handling marks, and scattered freckling. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, Colonel Atwood’s inspection stamp and the proof marks are crisp as are the other markings. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine. Also included is a single U.S. Model 1916 flap holster by Sears, the date is stamped off center and not legible and it bears inspector initials “G.W.M.”. It remains in very good condition showing light wear, strong stitching, and light handling marks. A fine example of a mid-war gun. (8A11810-7) {C&R} (1800/2200)

1027. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #775998, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This early war gun remains in about very good condition. The metal surfaces retain about 90% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing high edge wear, the straps have thinned to brown and gray in addition to handling marks and slight thinning of the finish in other areas. The fully checkered Coltwood grips lack reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, and reinforcing rings around the screw holes, mold marks are present on the back, and they remain in about very good plus condition showing light handling marks. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, and the slide is correctly serial numbered to the gun under the firing pin stop. Colonel Broberg’s inspection stamp and the proof marks remain crisp as are the other markings. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine. A solid early war Colt. (8A11810-10) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1028. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #345267, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with an excellent bore.

This late Great War gun remains in excellent condition as refurbished by the arsenal. The metal surfaces retain about 98% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing high edge wear and a few handling marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre replacement grips have reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture although the thumb safety is the later without milling cut and the hammer is a straight side replacement. The “eagle / S/9” inspection stamp is soft but visible, the proof marks remain strong as do the other markings the “AA” arsenal rework marking are crisp. It includes an M.S. Littlemarked seven-round magazine. An excellent arsenal rework. (8A11810-5) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1029. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA serial #2099735, 45 ACP, 5” Flannery barrel showing light oxidation in the corners of the grooves with strong rifling throughout. This late war gun remains in very good condition. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original Parkerized finish showing high edge wear; the frontstrap, grip safety and arched mainspring housing have toned to brown, there are light handling marks, and assembly marks. The fully checkered Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and remain in about very good condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, Colonel Atwood’s inspection stamp and the proof marks are crisp, as are the other markings. It includes a pair of unmarked seven-round magazines and a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. Also included is a U.S. M1912 web belt, M1923 double magazine pouch dated 1942, and a single U.S. Model 1916 flap holster by Boyt, the date is too worn to read. The web gear rates good although some of the markings are too worn to read. The holster rates about good to very good, some of the stitching is failing and it shows light wear. A fine example of a lightly used late-war gun with a few nice accessories to complete the collectible. (8A11810-8) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1030. SCARCE AND EXCELLENT RUGER M77 HAWKEYE BOLT

ACTION RIFLE

serial #710-00142, 375 Ruger, 23” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Hawkeye comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box, retaining virtually all of its factory matte blue with the handsome straight-grain walnut stock remaining excellent, the only apology being some mild age discoloration on the spacer for the buttpad. It retains the standard “express” V-notch rear and white bead front sights and integral ring mounts, and includes the factory box, correctly-end labeled and numbered to the gun, new-in-box Ruger rings, manual, paperwork, factory fired case, triggerlock, bolt-storage insert, and original hangtags. Identified as Model #7129, and introduced in 2006, this was one of 500 low-number units which were set aside for the aforementioned program and includes a factory invoice indicating that it did not leave the factory until April of 2008.

Hiddleson’s Reference of Ruger Firearms, 2nd Edition lists serial “-00358” as among the lowest known examples, making this complete big-bore rifle a lovely get for the big game hunter or Ruger collector. (26A11655-17) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1500/2000)

1031. LOVELY RUGER 77/22RH BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #720-00142, 22 Hornet, 20” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a storage mark or two, with the checkered walnut stock remaining excellent and some areas toning lightly to plum. Included is the manual, paperwork, a pair of Ruger rings which rate excellent, and a factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in June of 1994. A complete and high-condition example in a desirable chambering which would make a nice find for the small game hunter or collector. (26A11655-25) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1200/1800)

1032. SHOT SHOW EXCLUSIVE RUGER AMERICAN GEN. II 75TH ANNIVERSARY RIFLE

serial #75VIP-042, 204 Ruger, 20” spiral fluted 1:12” twist threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore and factory radial port muzzle brake. This rifle remains as-new-in-box showing only perhaps a light storage mark and retains virtually all of its FX Cosmic Cerakote finish, and the Red/Black Splatter Gen. II polymer stock exclusive to this variant rates excellent. It features a factory receiver-mounted Picatinny rail, Ruger’s Marksman Adjustable trigger, and the Power Bedding integral block system free-floating the barrel for improved accuracy. Length of pull ranges from 13 3/4" to 12” via removal of the spacer and the removable comb allows for use with a variety of sighting schemes. It includes its factory box and shipping sleeve, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, a single factory 10-round AI-pattern magazine with cover, manual, paperwork, stickers, factory hangtag, and triggerlock. Also included is a handsome etched hardwood box, an addition exclusive to this rifle, holding five picture boxes for 100 rounds total of Hornady 32gr. V-Max 204 Ruger ammunition that feature Bill Ruger and Joyce Hornady on the fronts and commemorate the companies’ long history of friendship and collaboration, not the least of which is the 204 Ruger itself.

One of only 75 produced, this Model #46975 rifle comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti due to his tenure with Ruger and membership in their nowdefunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”; this run of 75 rifles were gifted to friends and benefactors of Sturm, Ruger & Co. at a SHOT Show 2024 company event commemorating Ruger’s 75th anniversary, and were never available for sale on the commercial market – even product information was not available on the Ruger website until all units had been distributed. The included factory invoices indicate that this example left the factory in May of 2024 – as only 75 units were produced, an exclusive serial prefix was created and Mr. Sanetti’s usual “142” designation was changed to “42” to fit into this limited run. As of writing, no known example has changed hands on the open market, representing an exciting opportunity for the advanced Ruger collector to secure an interesting, exclusive, and capable rifle which is sure to enjoy continued appreciation. (26B11655-73) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] {Please note ammunition will ship separately.} (1500/2000)

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1033. AS-NEW RUGER 77/44RS BOLT ACTION CARBINE serial #740-00142, 44 Magnum, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely carbine comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box, with the receiver and bolt handle toning lightly to plum and the only apology being some typical light aging discoloration on the buttpad. It retains the factory open sights and integral ring mounts and the checkered walnut stock shows handsome straight-grain figuring and rates excellent. Included with this rifle is the factory box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, manual, paperwork, new-in-box Ruger rings, a single factory 4-round magazine, and factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in September of 1997. A lovely first-year 77/44 which have been enjoying increased interest from both collectors and shooters. (26A11655-13) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1200/1800)

1034. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #19693, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a few scattered pinprick pits with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain 99% original nickel finish, showing minimal handling wear throughout with a few negligible scattered flecks of clouding and oxidation staining visible only under direct light. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina with the hammer showing handsome case-hardened colors. The checkered birdshead grips remain excellent having toned to a warm chocolate and showing little if any handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly, and included is the original green hinged cardboard box, correctly end-labeled with orange label, which remains in excellent overall condition showing only minimal edge wear. A lovely boxed example. (26A10826-395) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1035. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #205035, 32 S&W, 6” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a ring of light pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, showing scattered clouding along the barrel, with a few scattered light handling marks throughout with a few scant flecks of oxidation staining. The hammer and trigger have toned to a brown patina showing muted case-hardened colors, with the rear sight latch showing scattered oxidation staining and retaining some original blue and triggerguard remaining excellent, retaining nearly all of its rich blue and showing only a few light spots of oxidation which are hardly visible to the naked eye. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent overall, showing minimal handling wear with a few areas of two-tone discoloration visible under direct light. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions well displaying only slight sluggishness in returning, and the rear sight latch requires higher than average force to operate. Included is the original hinged brown cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, which remains in excellent overall condition with minimal soiling or edge wear to speak of. A lovely 6” Fourth Model made sweeter by the original box. (26A10826-381) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1036. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #158371, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright about very good bore showing scattered pinprick pits throughout with strong rifling. This lovely Fourth Model retains 99% original nickel finish, showing perhaps a scattered light handling mark or two with minute oxidation staining visible only under direct light in the few areas of loss. The triggerguard and rear sight latch show minimal scattered oxidation while retaining nearly all of their original blue, and the trigger has toned to a smoky brown patina and shows handsome casehardened colors. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing little if any wear and toning to a deep chocolate brown. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is the original hinged red cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, remaining excellent overall with minimal soiling and edge wear and light fray on the end label. A lovely Fourth Model which remains visually and mechanically excellent. (26A10826-263) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1037. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #232023, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Fifth Model remains in excellent condition, retaining 99% original blue showing minimal turn ring with only perhaps a scattered light handling mark or two and some scant silvering around the edges of the muzzle, and the trigger has toned to a smoky case-hardened patina. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing some mild discoloration under direct light and little if any handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is the original hinged maroon cardboard box, correctly labeled to the gun, which shows some period tape repairs and light mottling but remains very good plus overall. A lovely and high-condition Fifth Model. (26A10826-247) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1038. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL LADYSMITH DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #8756, 22 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Second Model retain 99% original nickel finish, showing only a few scattered light handling marks throughout with a few flecks of scattered bubbling most noticeably on the cylinder. The hammer and trigger have toned to a gunmetal patina showing remnants of muted case-hardened colors and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only some very minor handling wear around the heels. Timing and lockup appear sound and there is an intriguing “M” stamped above the right-side triggerguard, and showing some mild tool and polishing marks immediately around. An interesting and high-condition Second Model Ladysmith. (26B10826-530) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1039. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #20629, 22 RF, 3” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a ring of pinprick pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Model retain 99% original nickel finish, remaining excellent throughout and showing only minimal handling wear. The hammer and trigger have toned a smoky brown patina showing handsome case-hardened colors and the smooth walnut grips with S&W medallions remain excellent showing only very light handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and this remains a stellar Third Model in a fine state of condition. (26B10826-465) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1040. VERY RARE EARLY RUGER

NO. 1 LIGHT SPORTER FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #105, 308 Win, 22" light weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice AB/S22L rifle with no proof mark on the barrel. The barrel features the early single line address and retains 99% plus original blue while the action retains 98% original blue with only a couple tiny light storage marks on the right side of the receiver, the hand-fitted breechblock is numbered to the gun. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and semi-beavertail forearm rate near excellent having an attractive straight grain with early-style wraparound checkering on the forearm, the only apology being a small 1/4" shallow dent in the checkering on the left side of the forearm. The buttstock and forearm are numbered "105" in black pen, the forearm hanger is unmarked. The rifle is equipped with a quarter rib and includes a set of early-style vertically split rings in a red cloth bag and a factory manual. The included June 13, 1989 dated factory letter confirms configuration and lists the rifle being shipped in April 1967. To our knowledge there is no verification of any other non-prefix rifles without a proof mark.

A near excellent rare variation lightweight No. 1 rifle. (5B11739-121) {C&R} (1800/2400)

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1041. LOVELY ONE-OF-A-KIND JOHN ADAMS ENGRAVED RUGER RED LABEL SMALLBORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #420-06689, 28 ga (2 3/4”), 28” ventilated rib screwchoked barrels with bright excellent bores.

This unique Red Label was engraved by master engraver John Adams for the 1997 Fourth Annual Banquet of the Sportsmen for Land Preservation duringwhich it was auctioned off. The barrels retain about 98-99% original blue, the bottom barrel showing a few tiny dings and light handling marks a few inches behind the muzzle. The stainless steel action rates about excellent showing a few sparse handling marks and is tastefully embellished with excellent quality detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading. The gun also features nice little gold-inlaid game scenes with a short-haired pointer and pheasant on the right, pair of grouse on the left and a woodcock in flight on the bottom. Both sides are etched beneath the scenes “SPORTSMEN FOR LAND PRESERVATION” while the bottom is emblazoned “4th / ANNUAL BANQUET / 1997 / ONE OF ONE” and the work is signed by Adams to the right of the triggerguard. The trigger is gold-washed and the guard retains all of its original blue. The checkered straight grip walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition, the buttstock with a few sparsely scattered light handling marks, the checkering remains crisp and side sides of the buttstock exhibit some subtle but attractive feathercrotch grain figure.

Length-of-pull to the grooved black plastic Ruger buttplate is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The rib is sighted with a single brass bead and the action with single mechanical trigger seems to function well mechanically. The gun includes its original heavy duty Americase aluminum case showing some light dings along the exterior, with banquet plaque on the lid and the interior lined in green velvet. The interior lid lining is boldly stitched with “SPORTSMEN for LAND PRESERVATION / 1997” in gold thread and the case contains the original manual, pair of keys, pair of bore brushes and choke wrench.

Five chokes are included: full, modified, improved cylinder and two cylinder. This is a wonderful opportunity for the Ruger collector to acquire a unique 28 gauge Red Label.

(13D11755-3) {MODERN} (4000/6000)

1042. BROWNING CITORI SUPERLIGHT GRADE III OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #38782NVM83, 410 bore, 26” ventilated rib Invector Plus choked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98% original blue and the balance of metal surfaces retain a similar amount of original coin gray finish with some scattered tiny specks of fine oxidation staining and the trigger retains nearly all of its gold finish. The frame is embellished with handsome foliate scroll and game scene engraving with quail and grouse scenes. The checkered straight grip high gloss stock and schnabel tip forend rate excellent with a few minor handling marks and a 14 1/4” length of pull. This 1995 manufactured handsome small bore features a single silver bead front sight, single selective trigger, non-automatic safety and robust ejectors.

Included is a manual and pair of Invector Plus skeet chokes. (10B11788-1) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

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1043. SAVAGE FOX A GRADE DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #C17A00420, 20 ga., 28" barrels with hidden screw-chokes gauging modified and improved cylinder with bright near excellent bores. This modern production Savage Fox features "A" grade style engraving on the action with game scenes on either side as well as wedges on breech end of barrels. The tops of the barrels are marked "FOX A GRADE 20 ga, 2 3/4"" on right and "SAVAGE ARMS INC. WESTFIELD, MA. USA" on left. The shotgun features a straight grip buttstock and semi-beavertail forend which are nicely figured and feature sharp and crisp checkering. The gun handles nicely with a 14 1/4" length of pull over its grooved hard rubber buttplate and with drops of 1 3/8" and 2 1/4". The shotgun was made within the last five years and remains essentially as-new. These guns are no longer in production so opportunities to acquire one are limited.

(1B11778-31) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1044. UNION ARMERA MODEL 215 SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #UA13202, 12 ga, 28” barrels choked improved modified and full with remnants of circumferential tool marks from honing or boring still present at the muzzles and stubborn streaks of wad residue in the bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98-99% original blue with some scattered freckling here and there and a light handling mark or two; the face of the muzzles shows a touch of oxidation staining. The case-hardened frame retains about 97% vivid case color with the edges of the frame belly toning lightly to silver and spots toning to straw, the frame, lever, and triggerguard decorated with tight floral and scroll engraving, rosettes dotted about, and “UNION ARMERA S. L. EIBAR” engraved in riband on each lockplate and the belly; the lockplate pins are nicely finished in gold, as are numerous small parts internally. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with some light wear and small spots of flaking of the gloss finish on the butt, and a few scattered minor handling marks, and feature a blued forend tip insert, engraved in the same motif as the frame, a sling swivel on the toeline paired with another on the underrib, and a 14 1/2” length of pull to the checkered butt with drops of about 1 3/8” and 2 3/16”. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center, and features double triggers, an automatic safety, robust ejectors, gold cocking indicators, 2 3/4” chambers, is sighted with a lone ivory bead, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is a factory beige luggage-style case with green felt interior, in overall excellent condition showing only light wear on the leather reinforcements at the corners and the handle, as well as a pair of snap caps, an oil bottle, bore brushes, and a three-piece hardwood cleaning rod. A lovely Spanish double for the shotgunning enthusiast.

(11739-55) {MODERN} (2000/4000)

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1045. AYA NO. 4-25 SPECIAL EDITION BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #16-03-187-13, 410 bore 3" 29" barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. This shotgun was imported and sold through New England Custom Gun and features a coin finished action with full coverage foliate scroll engraving. The gun is in a lovely configuration with straight grip buttstock, semi-beavertail forend, double triggers and automatic safety. The condition of the gun is near new with the barrels retaining 99% original blue, the action remains bright and the nicely figured walnut stocks rate excellent with 99% original finish remaining. The checkering on wrist, forend and butt all remains crisp.

The gun has nice dimensions with a 14 7/8" length of pull and showing drops of 1 1/2" and 2 1/4". The gun weighs 5 3/4 lbs. and with the long tubes it swings and handles beautifully.

(11739-126) {MODERN} (2000/4000)

1046. AYA NO. 2 SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #134971, 16 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked modified and a tight full, with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 98% original blue with some light handling marks on the side of the right breech and a touch of wear at the muzzles, and the coin finished frame is in excellent condition and is factory embellished with full coverage tight scroll engraving, bordering, and floral motifs on the hinge pin. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with some light handling marks and minor dings and some scattered flattened points of checkering. The buttstock sports an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline and a checkered butt which provides a 14 3/4” length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 1/8”. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest at center, and features dual triggers, an automatic safety, cocking indicators, robust ejectors, hand detachable locks, a rolled right edge on the triggerguard, and is sighted with a lone steel bead on the game rib. Shotgun weighs 6lbs 3 oz. A lovely 1960’s vintage Spanish ejectorgun with plenty of life left in it. (14B11778-17) {C&R} (2500/4000)

1047. BERETTA MODEL 682 SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #E96076B, 12 ga., 28” ventilated rib screw-choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 97-98% original blue with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining, and light handling marks. The forend iron and triggerguard retain perhaps 95% original blue with silvering along the high edges and the silver-finished frame is in excellent condition with a minor handling mark or two and is embellished with light engraving and matting atop the fences and lever. The trigger retains about 60% gold with the face toned to a bright silver patina. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with light handling marks and features a 14 1/2” length of pull to the factory pad and has an inlaid Beretta Logo in the bottom of the grip. The shotgun locks up tight and is on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center and features a single selective adjustable trigger, non-automatic safety, inertial hammers, and is sighted with a rear brass bead and red fiber-optic style front bead. Included are a factory box correctly end labeled and number to the gun, manual, choke tube wrench and eight chokes, marked as (3) skeet, (2) improved cylinder, (1) modified, (1) improved modified, and (1) full. A fine Italian sporting shotgun.

(10A11690-33) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1048. BERETTA MODEL 694 SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #ST07743R, 12 ga., 30” ventilated screw-choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98-99% original blue with perhaps a light handling mark or two. The satin gray finish on the forend iron, trigger guard, and receiver rates excellent and the trigger and hinge pin are polished bright. The receiver is embellished with blue accents and the fences

and lever are matted. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend rate excellent featuring a right side palmswell with a 14 1/2” length of pull to the factory pad. The shotgun locks up tight and is on-face with lever resting right of center and features a adjustable single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, inertial hammers, and is sighted with a Bradley-style front and brass bead rear sights. Included are a factory hardcase with shipping sleeve numbered to the gun, single stock weight, screw driver, snap caps, manual, T-handle Allen wrench, choke wrench and six chokes, marked (2) skeet, (1) cylinder, (1) improved cylinder, (1) modified, (1) improved modified. A handsome Italian sporting shotgun. (10B11690-28) {MODERN} (3000/5000)

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1049. LOVELY COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 38 SUPER GOLD STALLION PREMIER PISTOL serial #2829363, 38 Super Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol was commissioned and distributed by Lew Horton and remains as-new-in-box. The pistol is tastefully engraved with wedges of fine scroll engraving on both sides of the slide highlighted by gold boarders, the right side has Colt’s “Blue Dome” while the right has the timeless “Rampant Colt”. The top of the slide has a half “Rampant Colt” flanked by fine engraving. The pistol retains 99% plus original Colt Royal blue, the barrel bushing, slide stop, magazine catch, thumb safety, grip screws, and hammer are gold finished.

The grips are smooth faux ivory with gold Rampant Colt medallions and they remain in excellent condition. This pistol features three dot sights, long trigger, and flat mainspring housing. It includes the original hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked nineround magazines, a spare set of double diamond checkered rosewood factory grips in like new condition, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful 38 Super for your collecting pleasure.

(8B11712-17) {MODERN} (4000/5000)

1050. SCARCE AND EXCELLENT COLT MUSTANG SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #MU29102, 380 ACP, 2 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Mustang MK IV / Series ’80 appears asnew-in-box. It retains 99% plus original bright nickel plate. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. This pistol features a smooth nickel plate ramp front sight and black drift adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a single nickel plate factory marked six-round magazine, manual, and paperwork. The Mustangs are scarce in high polish nickel and finding one in such superb condition is even more difficult. A treasure for the dedicated collector.

(8B11712-18) {MODERN} (2500/3000)

1051. COLT SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #39035SA, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely “Second Genny” appears virtually as-new and remains in excellent condition. It retains about 98-99% original blue with three very small but pronounced scratches on the front ejector rod housing. The frame retains beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors.

The checkered hard rubber factory grips have the Rampant Colt and remain in excellent condition although both panels are numbered to another gun. The trigger and hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright with light operational marks. This gun has standard Single Action Army features, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has a crisp action. This 1966-manufactured revolver remains in excellent condition. (8A11523-89) {C&R} (1800/2200)

1052. COLT THIRD GENERATION SHERIFF’S MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #SA63736, 44-40 W.C.F., 3” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful little revolver is as-new and remains in wonderful condition. The revolver retains 99% original blue while the frame shows rich swirls of case-hardened colors. The grips are a beautiful set of factory ivory stocks featuring gold Rampant Colt medallions, a blind screw hole on the left panel, a lovely even cream color, and superb condition. This gun has typical Sheriff’s Model features, the left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SHERIFF’S MODEL”, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. The gun is displayed in a hardwood presentation case with glass cover, the interior is French cut with beige felt lining, it remains in about excellent condition overall with light handling marks. It includes a small walnut block drilled to accept six cartridges and a key for the surface mounted lock. A beautiful collectible for the Single Action enthusiast. (8A11523-103) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

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1053. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #E56287, 357 Magnum, 6” full lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This fine 1973-manufactured Python has seen light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original royal blue showing light edge wear, the backstrap shows light thinning on the ribs, and a few minor handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue with light thinning on the diamond points of the hammer while its sides remain bright. The checkered walnut factory Type III target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions, both toning to silver from wear otherwise remaining in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory letter indicating this gun shipped as described on September 17, 1973 to Leslie Edelman Inc., Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania, in a fifteen gun shipment. Also included is the original factory woodgrain box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and paperwork. The box rates very good with light edge wear and one torn corner on the cover. An excellent Python for your collection. (8A11523-78) {C&R} (1800/2800)

1054. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #21518B70, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely MK IV / Series ’80 Government Model is as-new-in-box. The pistol retains about 99% original nickel plate. The trigger and grip screws are blue accenting the nickel nicely. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt Medallions and remain in as-new condition. This gun has a nickel plate serrated ramp front sight, nickel plate drift adjustable rear sight, and Series ’70 collet bushing.

It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a single factory marked nickel plate seven-round magazine, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about excellent showing light wear. Nickel plate Series ’70 Government Models command high collector interest, especially ones in such fine condition such as this one. (8B11694-11) {MODERN}.

(1200/1800)

1055. RARE HIGH STANDARD SLANT GRIP “THE VICTOR” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL W/ GERMAN PROOFS serial #2460575, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided barrel with an excellent bore. This excellent 1973manufacture pistol bears German proofs dated 1976. In 1973 and 1974 High Standard manufactured several variations of the slant grip “The Victor” (a.k.a. the Standard Model) as a special order product. The military Model outsold the slant grip version and it was dropped after a mere 600 units were produced.

Serial number range was 2,401,860 to 2,460,614 making this a late gun. It is purported that a substantial number of the 200 units produced in 1974 were exported overseas. This is one of those guns. It retains about 95% original blue and shows light use, most of the loss on the straps with scattered light handling marks.

The target trigger and thumb safety retain full gold finish while the case-hardened magazine catch has toned to gray. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, three groove ventilated aluminum rib, barrel weight, and serrated straps. It includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. An excellent opportunity to add a rare variant to your collection. (8A11493-63) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1056. EXCELLENT COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY CONVERTIBLE REVOLVER serial #SA35589, 44-40 W.C.F. / 44 Special, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1980-manufactured revolver appears as-new-in-box and includes a very desirable spare factory cylinder. The revolver retains 99% plus original blue while the frame retains beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has the standard features of a Single Action Army, the spare cylinder is unmarked although the 44-40 cylinder is caliber stamped on the side, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is missing the end flap with the label and otherwise remains in about very good plus condition. A superb “Third Genny” Single Action Army. (8B11665-7) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1057. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #SA63218, 44 Special, 5 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This 1982-manufactured revolver remains in excellent condition with about 98-99% original blue showing light handling and operational marks on the cylinder and minor edge wear while the frame retains beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has the standard features of a Single Action Army and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A nice Single Action Army for your collection.

(8A11647-1) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

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1058. CUSTOM COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY WILSON COMBAT serial #32816B70, 45 ACP, 5 1/2” Wilson Combat barrel with an excellent bore and attached compensator (6” overall). This lovely two-tone Wilson Combat “Accu-Comp” is useful for a variety of shooting disciplines and remains in excellent condition with many desirable features. The metal surfaces retain about 97% restored blue and hard chrome finish, most of the loss is edge wear on the slide in addition to a few handling, operational, and assembly marks. The slide, hammer and controls are hard chromed except for parts mentioned below. The grips are unmarked thin fully checkered walnut stocks that rate excellent and are fitted to the magazine well sideplates that add girth and weight to the gun, and the beveled bottoms match the beveled magazine well. Other features include an interchangeable Patridge front sight, Bo-Mar adjustable rear sight, Wilson aluminum Match trigger, trigger job, accuracy job that includes the “Accu-Comp” compensator, stainless steel extended magazine release, Swenson ambidextrous thumb safeties, beavertail grip safety, Pachmayr stainless steel extended slide stop, checkered frontstrap, checkered backstrap, and front of the triggerguard is checkered. It includes a pair of Pachmayr seven-round stainless steel magazines with extended rubber bumper pads, and a July / August 1985 American Handgunner magazine with a feature article on the Wilson Accu-Comp pistol. A beautiful gun that was precision crafted for competition. (8A11752-1) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1059. BEAUTIFUL CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED UNITED STATES FIRE ARMS SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #26100, 38 Special, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely gun remains as-new-in-box.

It retains 99% original blue showing only a faint turn ring while the frame and hammer have beautiful swirls or rich case-hardened colors. The checkered brown synthetic factory grips have “US” monogram, they are numbered to the gun and rate excellent. It features fixed sights and typical Single Action Army features. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, shipping sleeve, manual, and paperwork. The box rates excellent. A pair of U.S. Fire Arms revolvers in new condition are tremendous find for the collector or enthusiast. It’s stablemate follows this description. (8A11778-33) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1060. EXCELLENT CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED UNITED STATES FIRE ARMS SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #26101, 38 Special, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful gun remains as-new-in-box.

It retains 99% original blue while the frame and hammer have beautiful swirls of rich case-hardened colors. The checkered black synthetic factory grips have “US” monogram, they are numbered to the gun and rate excellent.

It has typical Single Action Army features and exhibits only a faint turn ring. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, shipping sleeve, manual, and paperwork. The box rates excellent. The U.S. Fire Arms revolvers are highly regarded by collectors. They are a superb find chambered in a delightful caliber. It’s companion piece precedes this description. (8A11778-32) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1061. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1894 TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #50843, 30 W.C.F., 26” part octagon part round nickel steel barrel with a full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows a spot of addressed light pitting on the left side, otherwise retaining about 97% original blue with a hint of high edge and contact point wear and some mild thinning, and the magazine tube shows light operational wear and handling marks. The receiver and forend metal retain about 65% original blue with light to more moderate wear on the high edges, light wear and striations on the sides of the frame, and mild oxidation staining and light pitting. The lever and hammer retain vibrant case-hardened colors with a few spots toned to a silvery patina and a spot or two of pinprick pitting. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition with two dings on the left side of the butt, two tiny cracks forming at the corners of the buttplate heel, and the curved steel buttplate has a mixed blue and gray-brown patina. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, and the tang screw shows just a hint of slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a German silver blade front sight and a Marble’s sporting-style rear sight, and the takedown functions well. A fine 1898-made Special Order Winchester for the avid collector. (14A11669-11) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

1062. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 94 TAKEDOWN RIFLE serial #1068709, 30 W.C.F., 26” part round part octagon nickel steel barrel with a couple speckled remnants of oxidation on the lands in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this 1930-vintage special order rifle retain about 80% original blue with general light wear, scattered light oxidation, and light handling marks, the magazine tube showing operational wear around the magazine hanger. The receiver has toned to a gray-brown patina with remnants of oxidation, some pinprick pitting, and remnants of original blue in the protected areas primarily of the bolt and link, the extension toned to a warm brown patina, and the lever has largely flaked to a gunmetal gray. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with the expected light dings and handling marks of a carefully used rifle of this age, the forend cap toned to a warm brown patina and the grooved shotgun-style steel buttplate is largely worn to pewter with a mixed blue-brown patina at the toe. The Winchester factory markings remain intact and crisp, and the tang screw alone shows the slightest bit of slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a Marble’s bead-on-blade front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight. An honest Model 94 Takedown with plenty of life still left in it. (14A11669-12) {C&R}(1200/1800)

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1063. RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 62A SMOOTHBORE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

serial #111884, 22 Shot, 23” smoothbore barrel with a bright excellent bore. As the Winchester Model 61 already had an established smoothbore model, Winchester produced no smoothbore Model 62 rifles for sale, only making a handful of experimental models. Ned Schwing’s “Winchester Slide-Action Rifles Volume II” notes on page 175 only one experimental model being made, however in the intervening years collectors have discovered a handful more, all being made around 1939-1940. The metal surfaces of this 1940-vintage rifle retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, mild thinning along the barrel, and scattered handling marks and areas toning lightly to brown under bright light. The smooth straight grip walnut stock is in very good condition with a few light dings, scattered handling marks, and some light finish wear, and the 17-groove forend is in very good plus to near excellent condition with a few light handling marks; the factory checkered hard rubber buttplate is intact. The Winchester barrel address is intact and crisp, the caliber marking appearing factory altered from “22 SHORT” to read “22 SHOT” with “SMOOTH BORE” stamped boldly immediately to the right, both barrel and receiver are “WP” proof marked, the bottom of the guard assembly is crisply stamped “W”, noted by Schwing to signify a special rifle (pg. 153), and the tang is serialized and matching to the rifle. The rifle retains the standard open sights, a checkered hammer, 22 LR-length field-style loading port in the magazine tube, and a drilled and tapped upper tang with no factory markings. Measurement with calipers reveals a nominal bore diameter of approximately .218”, confirming the barrels production as a smoothbore.

A truly interesting Model 62A, produced as either a special request or as one of Winchester’s experiments, providing an excellent collecting opportunity, regardless. (14B11616-16) {C&R} (2000/4000)

1064. REMINGTON MODEL 121 ROUTLEDGE SMOOTH BORE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

serial #33728, 22 S, L, LR, 23 1/2” Routledge barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, high edge wear and even thinning that shows brown undertones in strong light.

The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock rates very good as lightly cleaned with added finish and the checkered steel logo buttplate shows strong blue and wear on the high points and edges. The grooved forend rates very good plus with scattered light handling marks and the rifle features a single silver bead front sight with filled factory holes at rear of the receiver for an aperture sight. The rifle functions well mechanically and should make a great addition to any collection. (10A11696-15) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1065. SPLENDID WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION SMOOTHBORE RIFLE

serial #208022, 22 LR Shot only, 24” round barrel with a bright smooth bore.

The metal surfaces on this 1956-manufactured rifle retain about 98% original blue with scattered light freckling, light operational wear along the slide, and few scratches. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate excellent aside from a minor light handling mark or two and the checkered steel buttplate is a pleasing mocha patina. This is a fine example of these desirable full length smoothbores that would be hard to improve upon. (10A11523-3) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)

1066. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #3901, 22 WRF, 24” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1933manufactured rifle retains perhaps 95% original evenly thinning blue toning brown with scattered freckling, light operational wear on the high edges. The barrel has four added holes for target blocks three with filler screws, one of the holes partially obscures part of the barrel proof, and one filled that sits slightly raised. The original front bead and adjustable sporting-style rear sight remain intact. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate very good plus with minor handling marks, shallow dings and spots of flaking varnish. The checkered steel buttplate is mostly a brown patina and the action of this early four-digit rifle appears to function well mechanically. (10AC10826-770) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

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1067. SCARCE HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON ULTRA MODEL 777 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #U266, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This desirable and scarce gun remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing a small spot of cleaned surface oxidation on the frontstrap in addition to a few insignificant handling marks. The trigger and hammer are bright, and the top latch retains full blue. The checkered walnut factory one-piece target grips rate about excellent with a tiny chip on the heel. This gun features an elevation adjustable Patridge front sight, windage adjustable black blade rear sight, patent dates on the cylinder, hammer mounted firing pin, and barrel to frame fit is tight. All the appropriate parts are numbered to the gun. It includes a factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, the surfaces are dark blue cloth covered with gold H&R logos. It remains in about good plus condition showing edge wear and handling marks. Only about 1,000 of these guns were manufactured in a two year period making them scarce and desirable, especially in excellent condition. (8B11777-76) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)

1068. EXCELLENT HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 35 “PREMIER” TWO-BARREL REVOLVER SET serial #A11682, 32 S&W (Short), 6” round & 2” bicycle barrels, both with an excellent bores. This lovely revolver has seen light use and remains in fine condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing light edge wear, a few moderate but small scratches that have lightly oxidized, and handling marks. The trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The smooth unmarked mother-of-pearl grips rate excellent. This gun features a half-moon front sight and fixed rear sight on both barrels, both barrels and other appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and barrel to frame fit for the 6” barrel is tight (2” not tested). The spare 2” bicycle barrel includes the hook and hook spring. It also includes a red fabric covered hinged factory box that is correctly end labeled to the gun with over stamps indicating blue finish and pearl grips. The box rates about good showing a well executed repair to the seems and the cover has added cardboard glued in place on one end. A wonderful seldom seen combination barrel set.

(8B11777-68) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1500/2000)

1069. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 REVOLVER serial #98596, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Second Issue revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, showing minimal handling wear and clouding slightly throughout with intermittent flecks of bubbling, most noticeably in the protected areas of the barrel rib, and loss concentrated primarily in the cylinder flutes toning to a dull gray. The sides of the revolver display handsome New York-style foliate scroll engraving with punch-dot backing along the sides, absent on the belly, with the flanks of the barrel and frame surrounding the cylinder showing a lineand-dot geometric pattern with a similar pattern flanking the barrel address atop the rib with light geometric line work along the backstrap. Markings and engravings remain crisp throughout and the smooth mother-of-pearl grips fit quite nicely and remain excellent, with the only apology being two minute checks forming outward from the escutcheon on the right panel. A nicely embellished No. 1 1/2. (26A10826-473) {ANTIQUE} {Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

1070. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #49752, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing light frosting and pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 95% silver finish, thinning and flaking intermittently with most of the loss focused along the cylinder and flanks of the barrel, showing light pitting and oxidation staining in the areas of loss with the balance showing handsome tarnish. The cylinder stop retains generous original blue showing light oxidation staining and the hammer has toned to a gunmetal patina with streaks of attractive color visible in direct light. The gun displays nice New York-style engraving throughout, absent along the belly, showing nice foliate scrollwork along the frame, topstrap, cylinder flats, and barrel, with the gripstrap, borders, and muzzle showing minimal geometric linework motifs with starburst designs present behind the hammer and on the left and right sides under the barrel. The smooth genuine ivory grips rate very good overall, showing excellent fit, with the right panel showing handling wear throughout with some dark checking at the heel and the left panel remaining excellent showing a minute check near the escutcheon with little other wear to speak of. The gun locks up tightly and timing and appears sound, and remains an attractive Second Issue revolver. (26A10826-275) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

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1071. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #9662, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting with strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish showing scattered light handling and high edge wear with faint oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a brown patina and the release latch shows light edge wear and retains generous original blue. The balance of metal surfaces have been treated with dense New York-style engraving, absent along the belly, showing handsome punchdot backed foliate scroll engraving along the sides of the frame and barrel, cylinder flats, and gripstrap; the ejector rod housing shows line-and-circle geometric engraving on each side and the hinge screw is surrounded by a spiral foliate pattern, with the flanks of the release latch showing a checkerboard motif and the topstrap showing nice art-deco style linework. The smooth genuine mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent showing nice fit throughout with the only apology being an internal check forming on the interior of the right panel. The gun will require mechanical attention as actuating the hammer does not engage the cylinder in any appreciable fashion, though ejector function remains robust. A nicelyembellished Baby Russian. (26B10826-694) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1072. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #106973, 32 RF, desirable 2 1/2" side-address barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 97% original nickel finish showing light handling wear and minor bubbling and flaking, most chiefly along the barrel rib, showing minor oxidation staining in the areas of loss.

The balance of metal surfaces have been treated with handsome Nimschke-style engraving, showing punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the sides of the frame and cylinder flats, with a punch-dotted diamond motif running along the barrel and light borderwork flanking the barrel address and familiar sunburst and weaving geometric linework motifs present along the top and gripstraps. The smooth ivory grip panels rate excellent with each panel yellowing nicely and showing handsome, darkened checks running the length of each with minimal handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and this remains a nicely-adorned example in a desirable configuration. (26B10826-307) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

1073. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #111580, 22 RF, with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces of this Third Issue retain 98% bright original nickel finish showing some cloudy flecks and light high edge wear and oxidation staining visible under direct light in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to gunmetal showing muted case-hardened colors and the cylinder stop retains generous original blue. It has been treated with handsome New York-style engraving, showing foliate scroll along the sides of the frame and barrel, punch-dot shading on the frame, with intertwined geometric and foliate motifs along the rear and top strap. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips fit quite nicely and remain largely excellent with the only apology being a small chip missing from the bottom of the right panel. An attractive Third Issue in a fine state of condition. (26B10826-378) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] 1200/1800)

1074. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER serial #89892, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing only some minor frosting scattered throughout. This is a lovely Second Issue, retaining 98% original nickel finish showing very light handling and high edge wear throughout with the barrel rib showing minor bubbling and flecks of oxidation staining. Scattered remnants of gold-washed finish are visible along the hammer and cylinder remaining strongest in the flutes, with the sides of the hammer showing a bubbled mix of old gold wash over nicely tarnished silver, and the ejector rod has toned mostly to gunmetal showing a mix of scattered light oxidation and the odd fleck of remaining gold. It bears New York-style punch-dot backed foliate scroll engraving along the frame and cylinder, with geometric linework and foliate flourish along the barrel assembly and backstrap, nicely framing the barrel markings, and the belly has been stamped “P140”. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent showing minimal handling wear with only one minute check and fleck of darkening visible on the left panel. The gun exhibits no discernible play when at rest and appears to be in fine condition. (26B10826-405) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1800/2200)

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1075. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #99341, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting focused chiefly at the breech with evident rifling throughout. This is a rather darling Third Issue engraved with well-executed floral motifs, showing bouquets on the sides of the frame with familiar sunburst and floral “daisy-chain” forms along the barrel assembly, and geometric bordering and foliate flourish along the top and grip straps; perhaps most charmingly is the presence of seven distinct, individual floral designs on each of the cylinder flats depicting the same form moving through the cycle of bloom and death. It retains 98% original nickel finish showing minimal handling and high edgewear throughout with perhaps the odd spot of bubbling; the areas of loss show fine oxidation staining under direct light, and the hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips rate near excellent, showing very light handling wear with a few flecks of darkening on the left panel with the main apologies being two chips at the heels of each panel, the left-side showing an old synthetic fill repair and the right remaining unfilled. Mechanical function appears sound though there is sometimes mild friction between the hammer and cylinder stop, and the gun exhibits no noticeable play. An unusual and charming Third Issue. (26B10826-579) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1076. NEW YORK-ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #9760, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting throughout with strong rifling. This is a lovely First Model engraved in classic New York-style, showing punch-dot backed foliate scroll along the frame, barrel, and cylinder, with the window being framed by geometric linework and spiral motif around the hinge screw with another punch-dot backed foliate motif and light undulating borderwork along the backstrap and a charming art-deco flourish around the rear sight latch; the hammer, trigger, and ejector spring have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina and the sight latch retains vestiges of rich case-hardening. It retains 96% original nickel finish with loss scattered mainly about the cylinder and breech with edge wear around the muzzle, scattered light handling marks, and oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent showing no handling wear or checking to speak of with the only apology being a slight gap in the fit of the right panel. Timing and lockup appear sound and ejector function remains robust. A lovely “Baby Russian.” (26B10826690) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (2000/4000)

1077. COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #MT8824, 22 LR, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this late Match Target retain about 97% original blue, the loss due only to very light muzzle wear and some sharp edge and contact point wear, one prominent rub mark at rear of frame below safety along with a small spot of oxidation on the rear of slide and frame and some light pinprick pitting on the underside of frame. The checkered thick frontstrap elephant ear walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions rate excellent with crisp checkering. Features Patridge front sight and Stevens adjustable rear and a correct all-blued "Colt Woodsman/Cal. 22 LR/Match Target Mod."-marked magazine is included, there is a single drilled and tapped hole through the front extension of the base plate. Overall a really super Match Target Woodsman that could still be enjoyed at the range while maintaining solid investment potential. (11739-149) {C&R} (2500/3500)

1078. COLT TARGETSMAN SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #026024S, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol remains in virtually new condition showing little if any use.

The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, adjustable rear sight, combination safety and manual slide lock, and heel-style magazine catch of the Third Series Woodsman. It includes the original woodgrain factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, ten-round factory marked magazine, test target numbered to the gun and dated July 17, 1971, and paperwork. The box rates about very good plus with light edge and corner wear, and one corner on the lower part of the box is torn. A lovely Targetsman. (8A11770-16) {C&R}. (1000/1500)

1079. RARE EARLY HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON AUTOMATIC VEST POCKET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #11, 25 ACP, 2 1/8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. This is an extremely rare First Model 25 auto with the slightly shorter frame and slide, the slide with squared-off ends. The first 20-25 of this model are generally considered to be prototypes by advanced collectors. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% original bright blue showing scattered high edge wear and light handling marks, most of the loss due to silvering to pewter gunmetal patina along the right-side edges. The triggerguard remains mostly bright while the safety lever retains a hint of fire blue and the trigger shows nice case-hardened colors.

The markings remain strong with the left side of the slide showing “H.&R. AUTOMATIC” designation, rather than the later “Self-Loading”. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing some mild edge wear. The serialized parts are matching and one original magazine is included. A fine and rare example for the advanced H&R or Webley collector. (13B11777-64) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection].

(1800/2200)

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1080. VERY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 999 SPORTSMAN DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #34686, 22 LR, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This is a lovely revolver from the C. Francis Cowdrey, who served as H&R president for some time. The revolver is embellished throughout with fine English-style filigree scrollwork, light wavy line bordering and repeating foliate motif along the cylinder. The topstrap shows lovely crosshatching and the top surface of the barrel is finely matted. Strangely the revolver, or at least the barrel, appears to have been factory refinished in bright blue, a few small areas along the sides of the barrel showing some subtle remnants of partially smoothed-over pinprick pits beneath the finish. It is very unobtrusive and only noticeable upon close inspection and the surfaces retain about 97% blue showing some very subtle edge wear and slight thinning along the frontstrap.

The cylinder has taken on a deep plum tone and the sides of the hammer remain bright, its back surface with mottled smoky case-hardening. The original checkered white and brown marbled rubber grip remains in excellent condition. The proper target sights are intact, the front with a white insert, barrelto-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. Acquired from the Cowdrey Estate

by John McAdams of Sterling, MA then to J.R. LaRue, then run through Pete Harvey Auctions where it was acquired by Mr. Littlefield. A very attractive and rare revolver for the advanced collector. (13C11777-60) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (3500/4000)

1081. UNMARKED REISING PROTOTYPE SEMI-AUTO TARGET PISTOL 22 LR, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. According to Mr. Littlefield’s notes, this pistol was built by H&R based upon a refined Reising design with improved slide holdopen, heavier slide, grip safety and the barrel profile taking on something of a High Standard appearance. The underside of the barrel and bottom of frame do show a small “1” stamp and the metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% original blue showing some scattered thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light, some sparse oxidation speckling and minor pinprick pits here and there. The checkered walnut grips are comfortably-made featuring slight palm swells and subtle raised thumb rests, they remain in near excellent condition showing a few scattered light dings. The barrel tips up via the takedown lever on the left side of the frame and the grip safety can only be engaged when the button on the left side (which looks like a magazine release) is depressed. The actual magazine release is at the heel and there is also a magazine disconnect safety. The pistol is sighted with a generous blade front sight and adjustable square notch rear sight and one magazine that likely holds ten rounds is included. A very interesting gun for the advanced modern target pistol collector. (13B11777-42) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)

1082. SMITH & WESSON 44 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S159530, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely mid-1950’s revolver remains in excellent condition with several nice accessories. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue showing light handling marks, several tiny spots of pinprick pitting on the frame, and a moderate scratch on the left side of the frame below the thumb latch. The top of the grips distract the eye from the scratch making it less noticeable. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered goncalo alves “coke bottle” grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in near excellent condition showing a tiny chip on the toe of the left panel. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory blue hard case, heavily knurled aluminum handled sight adjustment tool (screwdriver), cleaning rod, bore brush, and bore mop. The accessories rate excellent while the hard case rates very good plus with light edge wear, the elastic loops for the accessories are lightly stretched. An excellent investment for the collector. (8B11534-87) {C&R} (2000/3000)

1083. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N647023, 44 Magnum, 4” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver remains in splendid condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few insignificant handling marks and minor edge wear. The .500” target hammer and .500” target trigger retain robust case-hardened colors.

The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips have been shortened and lightly refinished flattening the diamond points, they feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition as refurbished. This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. A fine example of a late 1970’s 44 Magnum.

(8A11534-129) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1084. EXCELLENT U.S. MODEL 1917 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY SMITH & WESSON serial #144951, 45 ACP, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely late 1918 revolver shows light use and retains wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing light muzzle wear and scattered handling marks. The smooth service trigger, service hammer, and lanyard loop retain bold case-hardened colors although portions of the trigger face and the hammer spur have toned to a light gray. This gun feature fixed sights, a crisp ordnance bomb on the frame along with crisp “eagle / S2 & S24” sub inspector marks. An excellent example for your martial collection. (8A11534-124) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1085. FINE SMITH & WESSON 38/44 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S93380, 38 Special (38/44 Heavy Duty), 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This early 1950’s Pre-Model 23 appears to be virtually unfired and as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original blue with a tiny section of muzzle wear. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in wonderful condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun.

Completing this fine collectible package, included is the original factory twopiece gold box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. The box rates about very good with light edge wear, light scuffing, and later added writing on the bottom of the box. A fine Outdoorsman for your hand ejector collection. (8B11534-67) {C&R} (2000/3000)

1086. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #402962, 38 Special, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely fourth change revolver appears to be virtually unfired and remains in splendid condition. It retains about 99% plus original blue showing a tiny amount of muzzle wear and few insignificant handling marks. The smooth service trigger and service hammer retain beautiful bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips are numbered to another gun but remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Marbles bead front sight, King white outline “U” notch slider in a factory adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A superb condition pre-war Target. (8A11534-97) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1087. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER

serial #4640784, 30-06, 24” 6-53 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore showing only a small spot of pinprick pitting on one land nearer the muzzle.

The metal surfaces of this “Gap Letter” rifle retain about 95% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, the bottom metal and stock ferrule toning to a pewterbrown patina, and some scattered light handling marks and specks of oxidation. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition with some light dings and divots along the handguards and forend, a few smoothed, light abrasions looping from one forend woodline to the other, and scattered light handling marks. The left side of the stock is marked with a light and partial 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp and an exceptionally crisp circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the receiver leg showing the expected “IHC F 6528291” drawing number of a Springfield Armory-made receiver, and the small parts all appear to be IHC-marked, including the windage and elevation drums; interestingly, the gas cylinder lock is a PB-marked, Beretta-made variant. The rifle retains the standard open sights, the front sight with correct “flared” wings, a stamped triggerguard, and two slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle, and a contemporary manual. A fine example of these collectable rifles. (14B1170079) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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1088. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #3599603, 30-06, 24” 3-45 Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this late WWII-era rifle retain about 95% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, mild toning to brown on the operating rod under bright light, and the stock and handguard ferrules show light oxidation staining. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition with light abrasions on the right side of the comb and toe, a tight, likely lightly repaired, 1 1/2” crack in the base of the forward handguard, and scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock is marked with a faint boxed “SA / NFR” and Ordnance Wheel on the left, with a partial circled “P” stamped immediately behind the triggerguard. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the marked parts are all of Springfield Armory make with drawing numbers appropriate for its vintage, including the unrelieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle, and a contemporary manual. A fine late WWII-vintage M1 rifle for the martial collector. (14A11700-80) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1089. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON

serial #4763889, 30-06, 24” 4-54 dated HRA barrel with a bright very good bore with light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The barreled action of this 1950’s era M1 rifle retain about 98% gray-green Parkerized finish with some light operational wear and some mild oxidation staining on the operating rod and stock and handguard ferrules, the bottom metal showing a similar amount of black Parkerized finish with some light handling marks, and the gas cylinder shows the typical fine handling marks. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition with some light abrasions around the toe, some scattered light dings with one more moderate atop the forward handguard, and the expected light handling marks. The stock shows a strong 3/8” DoD acceptance stamp on the left with a similarly intact circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and all the primary small parts are properly HRA-marked, including the elevation drum. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a two-slot gas cylinder screw.

Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle, and a contemporary manual. (14A11700-77) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1090. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY WINCHESTER serial #5559022, 30 Carbine, 18” Winchester barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a spot of mild pitting nearer the muzzle but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 92% gray-green Parkerized finish with touches wear on the high edges, light operational wear, and areas of light oxidation staining scattered throughout. The bolt retains 95% blue with operational wear and light oxidation along the top. The lowwood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good condition with scattered light dings and handling marks, the butt showing evidence of light cleaning and a mostly clear “W.R.A. / G.H.D.” and Ordnance Wheel on the right; the underside side of the handguard shows an easily missed “W”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and parts are marked for Winchester. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, button safety, and Type II barrel band. Included is a BW-marked 15-round magazine, oiler, and a canvas sling showing light soiling. A solid Winchester M1 carbine for the WWII collector. (14A11591-74) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1091. SWEDISH AG-42B LJUNGMAN SEMI-AUTO RIFLE BY CARL GUSTAFS

serial #1137B, 6.5x55, 25” barrel with an about good, oxidized bore with worn rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1943-dated rifle retain about 85-90% arsenal blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, general thinning, and handling marks; the elevation knob shows only remnants of black enamel finish. The pistolgrip European hardwood stock is in very good plus condition with a few short, light cracks at the front of the rear sling swivel, a small abrasion on the handguard and a crescent impact mark on the wrist, and scattered light dings and handling marks consistent with a military service rifle.

A crisp Swedish crown proof is stamped inside the pistolgrip, and the brass stock disc is intact showing a marked bore condition of “2”. The receiver markings are intact and clear, the bolt and carrier are scratch-numbered to the rifle, the receiver and cover are “B” marked reflecting the 1950’s upgrades; the right side of the receiver is lightly import marked by CAI. The rifle retains the standard open sights, the 1950’s upgrades intact, and a cleaning rod and magazine are included. A nice example for the martial enthusiast. (14A11700-72) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1092. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY NATIONAL POSTAL METER serial #4181321, 30 Carbine, 18” 11-43 dated Buffalo Arms barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this third serial number block carbine retain about 95% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, mild toning to brown under bright light on the triggerguard and operating slide, and a few light handling marks; the bolt retains similar amounts of original blue with light operational wear. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good plus condition with a light scuff mark on the left side of the forend, a ding atop the handguard, and some light handling marks the concentration of which are along the toeline and base of the pistolgrip. The stock is clearly marked “TRIMBLE / TN” in the sling cut, and the right side of the butt shows a very faint “NPM / FJA” and Ordnance Wheel; the handguard is also properly “TN” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp and the appropriate parts are all NPM-made. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, button safety, and a Type II barrel band. No magazine is included. A fine example of these desirable carbines. (14A11724-1) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1093. RUGER RED LABEL OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #411-32313, 12 ga., 30” ventilated rib screw-choked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels, lever, and triggerguard retain 99% original blue toning plum towards the breech with a few scattered light handling marks and specks of fine oxidation. The action, trigger, and forend iron remain bright. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock and forend rate excellent with perhaps a light handling marks or two and has a length of pull of 14 1/4”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, manual safety, dual brass bead sights, and ejectors. This is a fine example complete with two skeet marked screw in chokes, factory box, manual, and related papers. (10A11690-19) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1094. RUGER RED LABEL OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #400-30229, 20 ga., 26” ventilated rib barrels choked modified and improved cylinder with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue with some scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and light handling marks. The trigger remains bright with some tiny specks of oxidation staining. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock and forend rate excellent with a few scattered light handling marks. The factory red rubber pad rates excellent and provides a 14 1/8” length of pull. The shotgun features a single brass bead, single selective trigger, manual safety, and ejectors. A fine example that appears to function well mechanically. (10A11690-20) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1095. RUGER RED LABEL “U.S. DUCK STAMP 50TH ANNIVERSARY” OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #410-03401, 12 ga., 28” matted ventilated rib barrels choked improved modified and modified with bright excellent bores. This special edition Ducks Unlimited “50th Anniversary” over under retains 98% original blue on the barrels and engraved triggerguard while the bright polished frame remaining in excellent condition with floral pattern engraving along its borders. The frame flats are engraved with ducks in flight over “1934” on the left and ducks afloat over 1984 on the right and the triggerguard is marked “1 of 1000”. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent aside from a minor handling mark or two. The shotgun features a single brass bead front sight, single selective trigger, and ejectors. A lovely engraved Red Label commemorative that appears to function well mechanically and locks up tight with lever resting slightly right of center. (10C11718-5) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1096. BERETTA 686 ONYX PRO FIELD SMALL GAME COMBO OVER UNDER SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET

serial #F03570B, 20 ga., / 28 ga., matted, ventilated rib, screw-choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels each retain about 95-97% original blue with light handling marks and high edge and contact wear at the bottom of the breech. The receiver retains similar amount of matte black finish with simple geometric and floral pattern engraving. The trigger retains strong gold finish with some silvering along the high edges.

The straight grip checkered Turkish walnut stock and forend rate excellent with a few scattered light handling marks and is fitted with a padded Beretta pad providing a length of pull of 14 1/2”. The shotgun features single brass bead sights, single selective trigger, automatic safety and ejectors. A fine small bore set that locks up tight with lever resting slight right of center. (10A11732-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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1097. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CABELA’S LIMITED EDITION SUPER GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT RIFLE serial #35CZX00294, 7mm Mauser, 22” barrel with a like-new bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue with the only signs of wear two lines of faint silvering along the top of the receiver ring where a scope base was mounted. The jeweled bolt body remains bright and is numbered to the receiver on its underside. The floorplate features the Cabela’s logo and etched scroll patterns. The checkered fancy walnut Super Grade stock rates excellent and features the ebony forend tip, steel pistolgrip cap, Super Grade recessed swivels, and solid red factory recoil pad. There are no provisions for sights, a Weaver picatinny-style rail is included which shows some minor finish loss from the forward most lugs having been modified. The original box and manual are also included, the box features a classic style yellow end label with red Winchester name and blue lettering. This special run of rifles was made in limited quantities circa 2011 and are a perfect blend of caliber and style and are seldom seen for sale. (4B11692-2) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1098. BROWNING X-BOLT PRO LONG RANGE BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #11478ZN354, 6.5 Creedmoor, 26” free-floated fluted heavy sporter threaded barrel with compensator and an as-new bore. The metal surfaces retain all of their burnt bronze Cerakote finish with no signs of wear. The bronze-colored carbon fiber stock rates excellent and features stippled checkering along the forend and pistolgrip. There is no provision for sights, the receiver is tapped for mounts and the factory yellow spacers remain in place. The original box is included, and contains two detachable box magazines, a set of 1” factory rings, the manual, and lock. An as-new-in-box example of these modern long-range rifles. (4A11604-1) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1099.

BERETTA MODEL AL391 TEKNYS GOLD SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN

serial #AA252535, 20 ga., 26” ventilated rib Optima choked barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The barrel and other small retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks. The nickel finished receiver shows no visible wear and features satin and polished portions and engraved game scenes with pheasants on the right and ducks on the left. The bolt is jeweled and remains bright, the trigger retains all of its original gold finish. The green enamel panels remain intact. The deluxe checkered walnut stocks rate near excellent with a few light dings and other small handling marks. The rib is equipped with a fiber optic bead front sight.

Included is the factory blue hard case which contains the manual, a spare hard rubber buttplate, tools, and five choke tubes: full, improved modified, modified, improved cylinder, and cylinder. This is an excellent sporting 20 gauge in a deluxe configuration. (4A11744-2) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1100. EARLY CUSTOM MAUSER K98K BOLT ACTION RIFLE

BY WEATHERBY serial #6998s, 220 Rocket, 26” tapered heavy Weatherby barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% Weatherby-applied polished blue, the minute loss due to some light handling marks and a few areas of fine surface oxidation. The bolt body is mostly bright with some specks of light oxidation and light gray patina blending throughout. The extractor and bolt release spring are a bright coppery hue. The underside of the barrel is numbered “6998” and “2” just ahead of the receiver. The rifle is beautifully stocked in a lovely checkered walnut Monte Carlo-style left hand stock with a right side cheek rest. The stock rates excellent with a few light handling marks and features an attractive ebony gripcap with mesquite diamond inlay, and contrasting ebony diamond inlays with mesquite borders. The stock is equipped with swivel studs and a factory vented recoil pad from Weatherby. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but is equipped with target blocks mounted to the barrel and front receiver ring. The safety has been modified for use with a scope and the rifle is fitted with a Canjar adjustable trigger. The action is marked “duv” “42”, the original military markings are heavily polished but still somewhat visible. The wildcat 220 Weatherby Rocket was the first Weatherby cartridge that Roy Weatherby developed in 1943 based on the 220 Swift and is capable of producing muzzle velocities in excess of 4,000 fps.. Although it was never commercially produced it lead the way for production of numerous other Weatherby production cartridges. This is a beautiful and collectible early production Weatherby rifle in a true Weatherby wildcat caliber that would fill any shooter’s need for speed. (4A9949-60) {C&R} [Dr. James D. Morgan Collection] (1800/2200)

1101. WEATHERBY MARK V EUROPA BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #P23518, 7x64, 26” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue with a few light handling marks and is flaking and toning to brown with scattered light specks of surface oxidation throughout. The deluxe grade checkered European-style Monte Carlo walnut stock rates near excellent with a few small dings and other light handling marks and some fading to some of the factory oil finish. The stock features a rosewood forend tip and gripcap and a factory ventilated recoil pad. The stock also features a more tapered forend tip and a small amount of drop at the butt that is more consistent with European rifles than the usual American Weatherby-style. Rifle is equipped with factory sights and has a set of Steinbach claw mount bases which hold a rare production Zeiss Diatal-D 2X16/4X32 riflescope. The scope features the German-style reticle with bright optics. The rifle features dual set triggers and the receiver is marked ''SAUER WEATHERBY EUROPA''. A narrow leather sporting sling is included which fits the 3/4" swivels. This rifle is part of the 1967 West German Sauer contract production and is a lovely example overall made for the European market and blends the best of both the European and Weatherby design. (4A11718-6) {C&R} (1800/2200)

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1102. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1955 HEAVY BARREL TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S166817, 45 ACP, rare 5” factory heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This mid1950’s five-screw Pre-Model 25 remains in fine condition and has one small added custom feature in addition to its rare barrel length. It retains about 95% original blue most of the loss is to the backstrap and knuckle area which are toning to a mottled mix of pewter and blue in addition to edge wear and handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain robust case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and they remain in excellent condition. This revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts, including the barrel, are correctly numbered to the gun. A discreet overtravel stop has been added to the frame by an unknown professional. Although the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson by Nahas & Supica does not mention the 5” barrel in their text on the Heavy Barrel Target they do show photos of a Pre-Model 25 with a “rare 5” barrel” also sporting a Baughman ramp front sight. It includes a mahogany presentation case, factory cleaning kit, and a dozen factory half-moon clips. The exterior of the case rates very good while the inside rates fair showing strong flocking but several areas of the inserts are cracked and broken. A significant find for the dedicated collector. (8B11534-71) {C&R} (2500/4000)

1103. EXCELLENT AND SCARCE COLT NEW SERVICE “PARTS GUN” REVOLVER serial #336452, 44-40 W.C.F., 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. In the Depression era early 1930’s, Colt initiated several parts cleanup programs to use up older parts and Model 1917 frames to reduce cost per unit and infuse some much needed cash into their business.

This lovely 1933-dated New Service is one of those guns and falls into the general serial number range. It remains in excellent condition with about 99% original blue showing very light edge wear and handling marks, the barrel finish darker than the remaining surfaces. The fully checkered walnut factory grips are scratch-numbered to another gun, feature silver Rampant Colt medallions, and remain in superb condition. This gun features the older square thumb latch, the last patent date on the barrel is July 4, 1905, and it has the earlier smooth trigger. It includes a factory letter that indicates this gun shipped as described in a 48 gun order to Wolf & Klar Wholesale Sporting Goods Co., Fort Worth, Texas, on February 2, 1938. This gun has several desirable and collectible features including a limited run, shipment to the noted wholesalers Wolf & Klar, and superb overall condition. A fine niche gun to add to your collection. (8B11616-4) {C&R} (2500/4000)

1104. DESIRABLE COLT NEW NAVY DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #232014, 38 Colt, 3” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely civilian New Navy revolver remains in excellent condition and features the uncommon 3” barrel. This gun retains about 97% original blue showing light edge wear, the backstrap thinned to a brown-blue patina, and a few handling marks. The face of the trigger is gray, the sides of the trigger and the hammer spur are thinning although strong fine blue still remains while the sides of the hammer are bright. The checkered hard rubber factory grips are assembly numbered to the gun, the feature “COLT” and remain in very good condition showing light wear on some of the diamond points and handling marks.

This gun features fixed sights, matching assembly numbers, and factory rework numbers on the cylinder and extractor star. It includes a factory letter indicating it shipped as described on June 6, 1904 to Marshall Wells Hardware in a one gun shipment. No specific address was given but it list four U.S. and one Canadian location. A wonderful example of the New Navy in a desirable configuration. (8A11616-2) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1105. CASED PAIR OF COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 380 “SECOND EDITION” AND “LADY COLT” SEMI-AUTO PISTOLS serial #00525RC & #LC0668, 380 ACP, 3 1/4” barrels with bright excellent bores. Both of these factory adorned pistols date to 1984 and show little if any use. The Second Edition has light silver leaf scroll on the sides of the slide in addition to a silver leaf Rampant Colt on the left side and the Blue Dome on the right and is marked “COLT MK IV SECOND EDITION.” The Lady Colt has gold leaf scroll on the slides with a gold leaf rose on the left and “LC” on the right side and is marked “Lady Colt” in script. Both pistols retain about 99% plus original blue finish. Both are adorned with beautiful stag grips featuring Rampant Colt medallions, silver on the Second Edition and gold on the Lady Colt. Both sets show light bark, and have toned to a variety of yellow and cream colors depending on the panel, and remain in excellent condition. Both guns feature a serrated ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sights, and thumb safeties.

They are housed in a beautiful factory hardwood presentation case that is French cut for the guns with green velvet lining. The interior of the case is marked “Colt 380 Deluxe Set” and was originally intended for the First and Second Edition 380 Government Model.

The case rates excellent and each gun includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine, a single key for the case, and a single manual. A wonderful set of Colt Government 380s. (8B11712-14&15) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

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1106. ENGRAVED AND INLAID COLT CUSTOM SHOP MUSTANG SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY DENNIS KIES serial #HER030, 380 ACP, 2 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore.

This beautiful 1 of 100 hundred pistol was adorned by Master Colt Engraver Dennis Kies. The right sides of the slide and frame has light Type A scroll engraving with punch dot shading while the left has a bouquet of engraved and enamel inlaid flowers with a beautiful butterfly below them on the frame. This pistol was the first series to use this inlayed ceramic technique and Mr. Kies signed his consummate work under the left grip panel. The pistol retains about 99% plus original nickel plate.

The smooth factory ivory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. This pistol has the usual Mustang features and includes a single factory marked nickel plated seven-round magazine. The pistol is displayed in an oak presentation case with French cut green velvet lined interior. The case has a glass cover with “COLT” etched into the lower left corner and remains in excellent condition. It also includes the manual and paperwork.

A superb opportunity to acquire a scarce treasure from the Custom Shop. (8B11712-19) {MODERN} (4000/5000)

1107. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S60760A, 45 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore showing very light frosting with excellent rifling throughout. This lovely 2010-manufactured revolver appears as-new-in-box and factory fired only. It retains 99% plus original blue while the frame has beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered black synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are assembly numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. All appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory box with shipping sleeve that is that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, Colt cable lock with a pair of keys, and a manual. An excellent Single Action Army. (8B11591-96) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1108. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #353414, 44 Special, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore.

This 1929 Single Action Army has been professionally refinished and retains about 99% restored nickel plate showing a few minor handling marks and old pitting under the finish. The smooth unmarked ivory grips feature gold Colt Custom Shop medallions, the right panel rates excellent while the left panel shows a full width repair that runs through the medallion. All appropriate parts are correctly serial numbered to the gun, the loading gate is assembly numbered to the gun, and the markings remain strong. The action remains crisp although the hammer will fall if the trigger is pulled on the loading notch. A nicely restored Colt.

(8A11651-1) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1109. FINE SMITH & WESSON 22/32 HEAVY FRAME TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER

serial #495694, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Target model shows minimal use over the years and remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a tiny spot of pitting at the muzzle with a few insignificant handling marks. The smooth trigger and service hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory extension grips are numbered to the gun and rate excellent with later added varnish. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory hinged box with maroon cloth covering that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. It rates about fair showing failing corners and sides on the cover and box in addition to several tears on the front of the box, old repairs, and edge wear one the short sides has failed on the box but is provided; This is a beautiful gun in superb condition. (8A10826-373) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

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1110. LOVELY SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #2237, 32 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore showing one small spot of light oxidation with a few minor pinprick pits. This beautiful gun remains in fine condition and appears to have seen little if any use. It retains about 99% original nickel plate with a few minor handling marks. The top latch and trigger retain full blue while the hammer has beautiful case-hardened colors. The early-style diamond checkered factory hard rubber grips lack the S&W monogram, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features the “V” shaped patent dates, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it retains a crisp action. It includes an unlabeled and unnumbered period brown cloth covered hinged factory box that rates very good plus showing light storage wear. A truly excellent example of the No. 1 1/2.

(8B10826-655) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

1111. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #12030, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore.

This fine Model 1891 single shot pistol retains about 92% original blue showing handling marks, high edge wear, thinning finish on the muzzle end of the barrel with other areas mostly visible under strong light.

The hammer retains strong case-hardened colors with operational marks while the triggerguard has muted colors toning to gray and the smooth trigger is bright. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable rear sight with a higher square notch replacement slider (blade), the barrel is correctly numbered to the gun while the extractor is numbered to another gun, and the top latch is un-numbered. Barrel to frame fit is tight, the action remains crisp, the serial number appears on the butt, and the barrel is marked “MODEL OF ‘91”. This gun does not appear in the Neal & Jinks book.

A very good First Model. (8B10826-476) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1112. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #15157, 32 S&W, 10” barrel showing scattered very light oxidation stains with strong rifling throughout. This Model 1891 remains in excellent condition and retains about 97% original nickel plate showing oxidized flaking finish on both sides by the top latch, scattered faint bubbling with minor oxidation interspersed, slight clouding in areas, light handling marks, and a series of tiny dings in a small area on one side of the barrel rib. The hammer retains robust case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright and the triggerguard has toned to gray. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the barrel is correctly numbered to the gun. The top latch is numbered to another gun and the extractor is not numbered. Barrel to frame fit has slight movement, the action remains crisp, and the barrel is marked “MODEL OF ‘91”. This gun appears in the First Model “32 S&W” section of Neal & Jinks book “Smith & Wesson 1857-1945” as being sold as single caliber gun. Only 230 First Models were sold in 32 S&W making them a desirable addition. A fine First Model in a scarce configuration. (8B10826-227) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

1113. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #2665, 22 LR, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful pistol remains in fantastic condition retaining about 96-97% original bright blue showing light edge wear, a few insignificant handling marks, and slight thinning in areas. The hammer and triggerguard retain robust case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This lovely gun is sighted with a replacement Lyman white bead front sight and a factory adjustable rear sight. The barrel, latch, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and the action remains crisp. An example of the Second Model. (8B10826-288) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

1114. UNUSUAL MODIFIED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL TRANSITIONAL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #23447, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore.

This gun has an unusual added feature, an added rim shield covering the entire extractor effectively acting like a rebated chamber found on a revolver.. This “First / Second Model” Transitional is serial numbered in the First Model series but lacks the recoil shields, hand, and cylinder stop cuts. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original blue showing light edge wear, thinning finish on the frontstrap, and handling marks. The hammer and triggerguard retain bold case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in superb condition. The barrel, top latch, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has two pins in the frame. The front sight is a later added undercut wide Patridge while the rear is a factory adjustable with later added square notch rear slider (blade). An excellent Transitional Model likely modified to meet the needs of the period competitor. (8B10826-639) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2000)

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1115. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #3602, 38 S&W, scarce 5” barrel with scattered light pinprick pitting showing strong rifling throughout. This First Model “Z-Bar” revolver features the scarce and desirable 5” barrel. It retains about 97% original nickel plate showing a few scattered spots of oxidation, light distributed clouding, handling marks, and minor bubbling. The triggerguard and Z-Bar mechanism retain full blue although the triggerguard tones to gray under strong light while the trigger retains beautiful case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered factory hard rubber grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. Barrel to frame fit has just a hint of movement, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, it has a half-moon pinned front sight, and fixed rear sight. An excellent and desirable First Model. (8A10826-266) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)

1116. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #48655E, 357 Magnum, 6” ventilated rib full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This 1977-manufactured Colt remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% Colt Royal blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The revolver sports a set of checkered rubber Pachmayr Presentation grips that remain in excellent condition. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade Colt Accro rear sight. It includes the original factory third type checkered walnut grips that feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in very good plus condition showing some light flaking on the frontstrap portion and are missing the screw, but that should be readily available. A fine example of these ever-popular revolvers. (8B11747-14) {MODERN} (2000/4000)

1117. RESTORED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #27009, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a lightly oxidized and pinprick pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This 1876-manufactured revolver has been refurbished by an unknown artisan and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% restored blue and case-hardened colors, most of the loss to wear on the left side of the muzzle in addition to scattered light high edge wear and a few handling marks. The frame retains lovely restored case-hardened colors. The replacement one-piece contemporary grips rate excellent. The grip makers name is illegible although they are crafted from highly figured walnut. The backstrap, triggerguard strap, barrel, and cylinder are all correctly numbered to the gun while the loading gate is correctly assembly numbered to the frame. This gun features the early “black powder” frame, two-line patent dates, markings are soft but legible, and it has fixed sights. The hammer notches were recut during the refurbish, the safety notch is no longer present and the other notches have been relocated but function properly. A nice startup or display gun for the collector. (8A11795-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

1118. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER

serial #5137175, 30-06, 24” 3-54 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this “Postage Stamp” rifle retain about 95% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, light handling marks primarily on the gas cylinder, and some spots of previous light pitting beneath the finish just above the right woodline. The walnut stock is in near excellent condition as arsenal refurbished with a small filler-repair just below the receiver on the left, a few light dings, and some smoothed over light handling marks. The stock is marked with a clear “AN” on the left side of the butt and a bold “P” inside the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the small parts are a mix of SA, HRA, and IHC production. The rifle retains the standard open sights with IHC-marked T105 rear sight drums and wide-swept wings front sight, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid rifle for the martial collector. (14A11687-5) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1119. EARLY U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #19399, 30-06, 24” 6-46 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing scattered spots of light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The receiver of this October 1939-made rifle has toned to a mottled dark gray patina with remnants of arsenal parkerization and light wear to pewter on high edges and contact points, the gas cylinder and lock toned to a similar dark gray with an even mix of pewter patina, the remaining metal surfaces retaining strong arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear and some fine oxidation staining. The walnut stock is in very good condition with multiple dings, light abrasions, and handling marks scattered about, a few more moderate dings on the pistolgrip showing the beginnings of filler repairs. A boxed “S.A. / S.H.M.” inspector’s cartouche and Ordnance Wheel are visible on the left side, lightened and partially marred by some minor dings, and the inside of the pistolgrip shows three circled “P” proofs of progressively declining legibility. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and though originally manufactured as a Gas Trap rifle, the small parts have been replaced with later Springfield Armory made parts, including the factory relieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with lock-bar rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle, a shipping receipt for the same, and a contemporary manual. An early example of the M1 rifle, arsenal updated post-WWII. (14A11700-82) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1120. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY ROCK-OLA serial #4588635, 30 Carbine, 18” Rock-Ola barrel with some light pitting at the muzzle in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal Parkerized finish, the greatest loss on the Type III barrel band and flat bolt which has been lightly cleaned to a pewter patina showing light pitting on the barrel band, the balance with light wear on high edges and contact points and areas toning to brown. The high-wood Icut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished with a few scattered dings and light handling marks, most softened by time, and a near-invisible hairline 5/8” crack at the rear of the recoil plate. A faint “RMC” is visible in the sling cut, the underside of the handguard similarly marked, and the stock is otherwise unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the barrel band is Inland-marked and the recoil shield Winchester-made, and the remaining marked parts all appear to Rock-Ola or relevant subcontractor made.

The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, button safety, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an IU-marked 15-round magazine, oiler, and canvas sling. Rock-Ola carbines comprised only about 4% of all M1 Carbine production. (14A11700-15) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1121. BERETTA SILVER PIGEON II OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #U28583B, 20 ga (3”), 26 1/2” ventilated rib screw choked Excelsior Steel barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks here and there, and the coin-finished frame is in excellent condition and factory embellished with excellent tight foliate scroll engraving with rosettes, the sides of the frame relief engraved with games scenes of pheasant right and woodcock left with attractive bordering, and the sides of the breeches are nicely jeweled; the trigger retains nearly all its gold finish with a touch of silvering on the edges. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in near excellent condition with some light dings on the pistolgrip base and a few minor handling marks, and displays some attractive grain figure. The Beretta “Gel-Tek” buttplate shows an angular U-shaped split to the outer covering, as well as a split at the toe. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features a single selective trigger, an automatic safety, inertial hammers, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone steel bead on the matted rib. Included are two improved cylinder Beretta screw chokes. (14B11607-2) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1122. BERETTA SILVER PIGEON II SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN THREE BARREL SET

serial #U68304B, 12 ga / 20 ga / 28 ga, 28” ventilated rib screw-choked barrels with bright excellent bores in all. The 12 ga barrels retain about 98% original polished blue with some scattered specks of oxidation and a minor handling mark or two, and the remaining 20 ga and 28 ga barrel sets retain about 99% original matte blue with a minor handling mark here and there; all barrel sets show attractive jeweling on the sides of the breech. The coin finished frame is in excellent condition and factory embellished with excellent tight foliate scroll engraving with rosettes, the sides of the frame relief engraved with games scenes of pheasant right and woodcock left with attractive bordering, and the trigger retains all its gold finish. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and schnabel-style forend are in near excellent condition with a couple light handling marks here and there, the 3/4” solid Kick-Eez recoil pad with black spacer showing a piece missing at the toe. The stock features an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline, attractive grain figure, and a 14 7/8” length of pull. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with all barrel sets, the lever coming to rest just right of center, and features a single selective trigger, inertial hammers, nonautomatic safety, and is sighted with a Bradley-style front bead and a small brass midbead on all barrels sets. Included are a pair of Beretta marked skeet 28 ga chokes, a pair of 12 ga extended Optima skeet chokes, and an aluminum hardcase with green felt interior and compartments for each barrel set, the stocked action, and accessories; no 20 ga chokes are present. A lovely ensemble that should cover most, if not all, of your sporting shotgun needs. (14B11607-1) {MODERN} (2500/3500)

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1123. BLASER R84 BOLT ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE THREE BARREL SET serial #00844, 7mm Rem Mag / 375 H&H / 243 Win, two 24” threaded barrels with muzzle brakes, the 7mm Rem Mag barrel with a spot of moderate oxidation about 3” from the muzzle in an otherwise excellent bore and the 375 H&H barrel with scattered specks of oxidation on the lands, and the 23” 243 Win barrel with some light pitting near the muzzle in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The 7mm barrel retains about 95% original blue with light oxidation near the muzzle and striations and thinning from cleaning, the 243 barrel retains about 90% original blue with finish loss, light pitting, and a few spots of old oxidation near the muzzle, and the 375 barrel retains about 96-97% original blue with a spot of light wear, some minor handling marks, and specks of oxidation.

The standard and magnum bolt assemblies are in near excellent condition with only a light handling mark or two and some light silvering on the magnum bolt knob, and the satin finished frame is in similar condition with light silvering on the edges of the triggerguard, and is nicely factory embellished on the sides with wedges of foliate scroll engraving with fine dot shading background. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with some light dings and handling marks, primarily along the toe line, and features sling swivel studs and a Decelerator recoil pad giving an about 13 7/8” length of pull. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but each barrel feature integral scope bases and rings, the 7mm Rem Mag barrel sighted with a Swarovski 39x36mm NOVA scope with clear glass and a duplex reticle. Included with the rifle are 6 removable internal magazines marked for the appropriate included calibers (one broken), a pair of Allen keys, a leather sling, a fabric cartridge holder, and a heavy duty aluminum hardcase with compartments for all the components. A handsome rifle with options for nearly any game.

(14B11557-1) {MODERN} (2000/4000)

1124. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #555674, 38 W.C.F., 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1901-made rifle have toned to a gray-brown patina, strong remnants of original blue remaining in the protected areas of the magazine and receiver, with silvering on the high edges, scattered spots of old oxidation and pinprick to light pitting, and light handling marks. The cartridge lifter shows a pleasant goldenrod patina with some minor handling marks, the underside clearly reading “38 CAL”, and the hammer and lever have toned to gray with fine oxidation staining throughout, splashes of mellowed case-color visible here and there. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition with an about 5” scratch along the left side of the butt, old, softened abrasions on the forend, and light dings and handling marks scattered throughout; the curved steel buttplate has toned to gunmetal gray, showing a few spots of light pitting and old oxidation. The Winchester factory markings are intact and readily legible. The rifle is sighted with a D.W. King bead-on-blade front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and several screws show the beginnings of light slot wear. Included is a copy of a factory letter from Cody Firearms Museum, serialized to this rifle and confirming its configuration as well as noting its arrival in warehouse on August 27, 1901 and subsequent departure four days later. A solid third model rifle sporting a longer than standard barrel. (14A11523-29) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)

1125. EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #2222, 22 S, L, LR, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this first year production rifle retain about 95% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, some scattered light abrasions and handling marks on the barrel and top of receiver, and the action bar is toning lightly to plum under bright light. The takedown screw appears to function correctly with the face toned to pewter gray with a spot of brown. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and flatbottomed 11-grooved forend are in very good plus condition with scattered light handling marks, a few light dings on the underside of the forend, and some light finish wear on the sides of the forend and at the heel; the checkered steel buttplate is intact with minor silvering at the edges. The factory markings are intact and crisp, and the trigger assembly is matching to the gun. The rifle is sighted with a bead front sight and a u-notch sporting-style rear sight, the tang retaining the factory drilled and tapped holes for sight mounting found on early models. A wonderfully preserved 1932-production Model 61 with an attention grabbing serial number. (14B11523-63) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1200/1800)

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1126. COLT PRE-BAN SP1 AR-15 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE

serial #SP141416, 223 Rem, 16” chrome lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original phosphate finish with a few light handling marks. The carbine has a CMP marked barrel with bird cage flash hider, A1 configured sights with bayonet lug, round Zytel handguard, standard pistolgrip, and collapsible buttstock. Included is a single Colt-marked 20-round magazine.

A fine example overall. (10A11734-1) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1127. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL “100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #11071911, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. Manufactured in 2011 to commemorate 100 years of service for the iconic U.S. Model 1911, the metal surfaces retain 99% original black oxide finish and the double diamond checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition. The slide is marked “Model of 1911-2011” on the right side and “Adopted / March 29, 1911-United States Army” on the left side. Included is the Custom Shop shipping box with sleeve end labeled and numbered to the gun, two-piece box craft box marked “Model 1911 – “100th Anniversary Model”, two 7-round magazines, “L” shaped combination tool, reproduction Ordnance Department manual, related papers and cable lock with key. A handsome commemorative that is as-new-in-box. (10B11591-104) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1128. NORINCO TYPE 56S-1 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE serial #MS015732, 7.62x39mm, 16 1/4” chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95-97% arsenal blue flaking to brown with light silvering along select high edges and some light wear forward of the magazine well. The Asian hardwood pistolgrip and hand guards rate very good plus as cleaned with minor handling marks and the folding stock shows plumb undertones and spots of light pitting. The carbine has standard sights and comes with an O.D. green sling, 30-round unmarked magazine, and AKM Type 2 bayonet with sheath. This carbine was imported by Sile NY, and remains in fine condition.

(10A11552-3) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1129. DEHAAN SGR DELUXE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #06S8550, 12 ga., 28” ventilated rib screw-choked ported barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 99% blue with a couple of specks of fine oxidation staining. The coin-finished frame and forend iron are in excellent condition and are embellished with SGr17 pattern floral engraving. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and forend rate about excellent aside from a tiny handling mark or two and features a length of pull of 14 1/2”. The skeleton-style buttplate remains bright with more scroll engraving and features an inlaid bronze colored double eagle head. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, fiber optic front bead, ejectors, and the lever rests slightly right of center. A lovely Turkish made gun with included modified and improved modified screw in chokes, build sheet, and related papers. (10A11552-2) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1130. POLYTECH AKS-223 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE serial #PF85-000590, 223 Rem, 16 1/4” chromed lined barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue with scattered light handling marks and spots of light edge and operational wear. All visible parts are numbered alike and the smooth Asian hardwood pistolgrip and hand guards rate very good plus with light dings and handling marks. The receiver is importer marked just forward of the magazine well. The carbine features a folding stock and the sights and cleaning rod remain intact. Included are three blued 30-round magazines, manual, plastic oiler, cleaning kit, two slings (1) green canvas (1) black tactical, and soft-sided carry case by Galati Int’l. A fine example of these desirable and collectible arms that appears to function well mechanically. (10A11780-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

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1131. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #278968K, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and mild oxidation with otherwise strong rifling. This pistol is equipped with a Party Leader-style grip that, at first glance looks the part, exhibiting some slight warping and shrinkage that we see on the originals, but close inspection inside and out indicates it is a quality reproduction component. The pistol also falls outside of the generally accepted range for Party Leader guns. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some mild high edge and holster wear, the barrel mostly bright and the 60-degree safety lever and extractor retaining a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. All markings remain crisp and clear showing proper “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and the inside of the slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. The mottled brown grip rates very good plus and the pistol includes one original magazine with correct mottled brown extension. The action seems to function well mechanically. A nice Walther PPK that looks the part. (13B11596-2) {C&R} (3500/5000)

1132. GERMAN POLICE-MARKED J.P. SAUER & SOHN 38H SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH HOLSTER serial #489413, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Variation 3 pistol retain about 92% original rough late war blue showing some mild high edge wear, a few sparse oxidation speckles and slight thinning along the gripstraps. The alloy trigger is a medium gray tone and all markings remain crisp and clear showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and “(Eagle) F” police marking on the left-side triggerguard. The black checkered grips appear to be excellent quality Czech reproductions of phenolic resin that fit beautifully.

The slide is matching the frame and the pistol includes two original magazines, one with some lightly cleaned areas and moderate silvering along the body and with “SuS” monogram-marked steel floorplates. The more worn magazine appears to have originally been a police magazine as it is numbered on the base “1 / 983”. Finally included is a nice original black leather flap holster made by A. Fischer of Berlin and dated 1942, also showing what appears to be a slightly faded blue ink retailer stamp on the inside flap. The holster shows some light scuffing and edge wear otherwise retaining fine stitching. A very fine ensemble for the German martial collector. (13B11770-7) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1133. ATTRACTIVE ENGRAVED WESSON & HARRINGTON NO. 3 SINGLE ACTION POCKET REVOLVER WITH BOX serial #4143, 32 RF, 2 3/4” octagon barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling. This attractive revolver shows lovely period New York engraving with nice flowing foliate scrollwork, light crosshatching along breech flats and geometric motifs along barrel. There is a floral design behind the hammer and the right side of the frame shows a very nice wide foliate riband, a space suitable for a monogram but it remains vacant. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original nickel finish with scattered light flaking to gray-brown patina and some old dings here and there. The barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the hammer shows some smoky gray wisps of case-hardening. The revolver wears a set of nice smooth antique ivory grips that remain in fine condition with some scattered light dings and scuffs. The grips have taken on a fine patina and show a few honest age checks and nice grain. The half cock notch is worn and the hammer spring rather weak though the action is functional at full cock with timing a bit off. The revolver includes an original box though the lid may be mismatched from the base and there is some expected edge wear and torn corners. The lid label is in fine condition and the end label of the base calls out a “No. 1 NICKELED” though a “2” is also written beside it in antique ink and the base shows a rather long faded scrawl of pencil markings. The interior instruction label is also intact. A nice example not often seen engraved. (13B11777-67) {ANTIQUE} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1500/2000)

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1134. DESIRABLE AND EXCELLENT COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #30496B70, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol is as-new-in-box and retains 99% of a seldom seen original satin nickel finish. The small parts have a rich blue that nicely offsets the nickel and remain in excellent condition. The checkered rubber Pachmayr wraparound grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun has typical Government Model features and a Series ’70 collet bushing. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, satin nickel finished factory marked seven-round magazine, manual, and paperwork. The box rates fair showing light storage wear, it is missing several dust flaps and the label flap is torn. A wonderful opportunity to round out your collection with this beautiful 1980 gun. (8B11770-10) {MODERN} (2200/2800)

1135. CUSTOM REMINGTON MODEL 700 RIFLE BY BROWN PRECISION serial #B6392522, 264 Win Mag, 22” Brown Precision barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The match grade bead blasted stainless steel barrel features a recessed target crown and has a few light handling marks throughout. The receiver and bolt retain a strong matte blue finish with a few light handling marks, the bolt body is electro-pencil numbered to the receiver on its underside and is more mottled gray. The triggerguard is a polished blue that is toning to plum and has handling wear and light silvering along its edges. The barreled action sits in a lightweight fiberglass stock that rates near excellent with some light chipping to the black finish around the edges. The action is bedded to the stock and numbered to the rifle and is fitted with a ventilated Pachmayr recoil pad. There are no provisions for open sights, but a Redfield one-piece base is mounted to the receiver and included are a set of 1” rings. The rifle also features a custom tuned trigger. Weighing in at a mere 6.5 lbs this is an ideal high country hunting rifle made for rough terrain and long-range targets. All that is needed is your choice of quality optics to complete the package. (4A11596-1) {MODERN} (2500/4500)

1136. REMINGTON MODEL 700 BDL CUSTOM DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #29778, 222 Rem, 20” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1962-manufactured rifle retain 97% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, light handling marks and high edge wear. The bolt remains mostly bright with some tiny specks of oxidation scattered about. The fleur-de-lis checkered pistolgrip Monte Carlo hardwood stock with left side cheek-piece, ebony tip and gripcap rates about excellent with some minor handling marks and spots of loss in the clear coat form a contaminate that are relatively unobtrusive.

The rifle is sighted with a hooded ramp front sight and adjustable sporting rear sight. The receiver has been drilled and tapped for bases and included with the rifle are a factory box end labeled and numbered to the gun with original hangtag, one-piece Buhler base, sling, related papers, and QD rings.

A nicely configured rifle in a popular chambering that appears to have seen little use over the years. (10A11742-3) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1137. RARE POLY TECH NATIONAL MATCH AK-47/S SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #NM47-02447, 7.62x39mm 20” National Match barrel with a touch of oxidation in the grooves about midway in an otherwise bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces of this rare target-inspired pre-ban rifle retain about 98% original blue with light operational wear on the magazine catch and some scattered light handling marks, the milled receiver toning just slightly plum. The bolt and carrier remain bright. The hardwood stock, checkered pistolgrip, and forend and handguard are in very good condition with some scattered light dings and minor handling marks, and all show an attractive dark red stain. The receiver shows the arsenal code for Factory 386 over “NATIONAL MATCH”, the model information and KFS importer mark stamped more rearwards, and the numbered parts are matching the rifle; the right rear of the receiver is also marked with three Chinese characters which appear to translate approximately to “precision gun”. The rifle retains the standard open sights, original flash hider, and features a spring-loaded bipod with 12” legs. Included is a canvas sling, steel 30-round magazine, fabricated heat shield, and a rubber stock extension/recoil pad. A rare variant of these desirable Chinese AKs, banned from import for decades. (14B11667-6) {MODERN} (3000/4000)

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1138. EXCELLENT COLT AR-15 A2 HBAR SPORTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #SP246816, 5.56 NATO, 20” chrome-lined 1:7 twist HBAR barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain about 99% original Parkerized and anodized finishes with some scattered light scuffs and handling marks, none appearing to breach the finish.

The A2 synthetic buttstock, pistolgrip, and handguards rate excellent, also showing only a light handling mark or two. The rifle is equipped with an A2 flash hider, carry handle rear sights, no sear block, and a C-marked bolt carrier group; no bayonet lug is present. The factory markings are intact and clear. Included are four 30-round aluminum magazines, a three piece cleaning rod with bore brush, nylon sling, and Colt manual. A fine example of these desirable rifles. (14A11645-3) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1139. EXCELLENT COLT MATCH TARGET MATCH HBAR SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #CMH041103, 5.56 NATO, 20” chrome-lined HBAR barrel with a 1:7” twist and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Model MT6601C rifle retain about 98% original Parkerized and black hardcoat anodized finishes with a few light scratches which are unobtrusive on the forward right edge of the magazine well, and some scattered light handling marks. The synthetic A2 pistolgrip and buttstock, and handguards rate excellent with a few light handling marks. The rifle is factory equipped with a muzzle brake, A2 sights, and a Colt bolt carrier group.

Included is a cleaning kit, manual, and magazine, and the action of this competition-centric rifle appears to function well mechanically. (23A1122420) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1140. STEYR SCOUT BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #SC1001723, 308 Win, 19 1/4” fluted barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% of the original matte blue with just a few light handling marks present. Rifle features the Realtree Camo Jeff Cooper inspired scout stock that has an integral folding bipod, accessory rail, right side cartridge holder and spare magazine compartment. Rifle is equipped with a set of factory folding sights and features an integral picatinny style mount atop the receiver. The mount holds a Leupold M8 2.5X intermediate eye relief scope which features a duplex reticle and has excellent optics. This scope is a factory option with the Scout series rifles and has the Steyr logo covers on the windage and elevation adjustment knobs. Rifle includes two detachable magazines and the brown leather Ching sling. An excellent example of these tactical rifles that will excel in all areas of shooting. (11739-122) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1141. REMINGTON MODEL 700 POLICE MLR BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #G6705146, 338 Lapua, 26" heavy barrel with integral compensator and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original parkerized finish with just a few light handling marks visible. The rifle is fitted in an HS Precision black kevlar reinforced fiberglass target stock that has an aluminum block and rates excellent. There are no provisions for open sights but a Nightforce mil-spec picatinny rail is mounted to the receiver. Rifle features an adjustable 40X trigger and has a detachable box magazine. One spare magazine is included. This is a superb long range tactical rifle designed and built to withstand any environment and when coupled with the right optics will exceed your expectations. (11739-127) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1142. EXCELLENT MAXIM DEFENSE PDX SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #MXM-18-17712, 7.62x39mm, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this innovative PDW retain about 99% original black nitride and flat dark earth hard anodized finishes with a tiny spot of wear on the lower edge of the hand stop exposing the alloy beneath. The flat dark earth Reptilia CQG pistolgrip rates excellent. The pistol features an M-Lok free-floated forend with offset QD sling mounts, Hatebrake muzzle booster, ALG enhanced trigger group, Radian ambidextrous safety lever, Radian Raptor LT ambidextrous charging handle, ambidextrous magazine releases, flared magazine well and a full-length Picatinny rail at the 12 o’clock position. Included is the original box, manual and paperwork, Duramag 20-round magazine, fired case, cable lock with keys. The action appears to function well mechanically and this pistol is sure to turn heads at the range. (23A11739-141) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

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1143. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-8 150TH ANNIVERSARY DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #DBW0352, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely commemorative remains as-new-in-thebox and is tastefully adorned to celebrate 150 years of Monsieur’s H. Smith and D.B. Wesson’s company. The metal surfaces retain 99% original high polish deep blue. The .400” smooth semi-target trigger and .500” target hammer retain smoky case-hardened colors. The grips were produced for Smith & Wesson by Herrett’s and feature smooth walnut sculpted on both panels with speed loader cuts, they remain in superb condition. The left side of the barrel has a field of tight scroll engraving with bold gold filled ribbons ending in light scrolls surrounding a gold filled banner inscribed “1852 - .44 Magnum – 2002”. The right side of the barrel has a matching gold banner as the left side and is inscribed “1852 – Smith & Wesson – 2002”. Each chamber has the same scroll engraving background with a single gold filled heavy ribbon of scroll with a gold filled facsimile of the gun that started it all, the Volcanic. The sideplate has a gold bust of Horace Smith and Dan Wesson, each with a gold banner inscribed with their name surrounded by bold gold ribbons on an engraved scroll background. The revolver features a red ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, four-screw sideplate, round butt frame, internal lock system, and appears to function mechanically. The gun is displayed in a lovely oak display case with glass cover and anniversary coin. The interior of the case is laser engraved celebrating their 150 years of business. The case rates excellent showing no storage wear, although the left hinge where it seats in the cover is loose and needs attention, the wood around it showing signs of checking. This is a beautiful gun handsomely designed to celebrate the companies Sesquicentennial. (8B11739-51) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1144. LES BAER CUSTOM PREMIER II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #LB20670, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a remarkable Les Baer pistol, the metal surfaces retaining 99% plus original blue, the slide release and ambidextrous safety a rich plum. Special features of this pistol include national match frame, slide and barrel, tuned and polished extractor, polished feed ramp throated barrel, Baer deluxe Commander hammer and sear, Baer speed trigger, beavertail grip safety with pad and beveled magazine well. Baer dovetail front sight and low-mount adjustable rear sight. The premium checkered rosewood grips remain excellent and included is a cardboard box and single Colt Metalform magazine.

An as-new Premier II pistol perfect for competition shooting. (5B11739-13) {MODERN} (2000/3000)

1145. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON MODEL 272 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N493023, 357 Magnum, desirable 5” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely late 1970’s revolver appears virtually asnew and retains about 99% original blue, the only blemish observed is a very light turn ring on the recessed cylinder. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition. This gun includes a factory mahogany presentation case, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The case rates about excellent on the exterior with a few handling marks while the interior rates very good with strong flocking on the molded inserts although the bottom insert has a small hole where the rear sight rubs. A beautiful gun in a very desirable barrel length. (8B11770-18) {MODERN} (2000/2500)

1146. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-3 TEXAS RANGER COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER SET serial #TR8648, 357 Magnum, 4” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Commemorative set includes the companion sheath knife and both remain in superb condition. The revolver retains about 99% original blue while the smooth combat trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors.

The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips feature gold Texas Ranger medallions, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and the right side of the triggerguard is factory thinned to allow quicker finger access a modification made famous by Bill Jordan. The sideplate has a gold filled Seal of the State of Texas, the right side of the barrel is marked “Texas Ranger”, and barrel markings are gold filled. Included with this fine gun is its companion bowie-style knife measuring 10 3/8” overall with a 5 15/16” blade unsharpened since leaving the factory but with a few light dings along the false edge. Features a double guard, brass pommel, and the Seal of the State of Texas medallion inletted into the handle. The back of the blade has a matching serial number to the gun and the right side is marked “TEXAS RANGERS 1823-1973”. Also included is a wood presentation case with a Seal of the State of Texas embossed on the cover, it rates about excellent with light handling marks. A beautiful Combat Magnum honoring a respected law enforcement organization. (8B11770-17) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1147. EARLY U.S. M1 CARBINE BY INLAND DIVISION serial #50069, 30 Carbine, 18” IBM barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this likely 1942-made carbine retain about 97% dark gray-green Parkerized finish with some light wear on high edges and contact points, a few light handling marks, and hints of freckling here and there; the bolt retains about 75% blue with general operational wear. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in near excellent condition as arsenal refurbished with a few light dings and handling marks, including a light rub mark on the forend from the sling hardware. The stock is crisply stamped “Q-RMC” in the sling cut, the remnants of an Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the butt, and a boxed “SA / R” inspector cartouche on the left with an easily missed “O.G.E.K.” stamped lightly under it, and the bottom of the pistolgrip is stamped “89 / F”; the handguard is lightly “W” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the bolt, hammer, and sear are Inland-marked, with the remaining marked parts made by a variety of contractors including Winchester and Quality hardware. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, round bolt, rotary safety, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included with the carbine is a “RUBON / K.C. 1942” marked dual magazine pouch, two 15-round magazines marked “OI B” and “IS”, a clamp-on recoil check marked with an “F” in an oval, an M3 flash hider, and a reproduction green canvas carry case marked “SHANE MFG CO. / 1944” in the interior. A solid M1 carbine from very early in production. (14A11810-26) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1148. U.S. M1A1 PARATROOPER-STYLE CARBINE BY UNDERWOOD

serial #2817235, 30 Carbine, 18” 1-44 dated Underwood barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing only a couple small spots of light oxidation or pitting, but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal gray-green Parkerized finish with light to moderate wear on high edges and contact points, the receiver ring worn to a gray-brown patina, a few light handling mark and spots of oxidation, and some mild toning to brown. The M1A1 walnut stock with 4-rivet handguard is in near excellent condition and a quality modern reproduction, showing only a tiny flake at the corner of the recoil plate cover and a few quite minor dings and handling marks, the buttplate toning to plum brown. The stock metal otherwise retains strong blue with some light handling marks and a spot of mild oxidation, and the brown leather cheekpiece shows a small scuff of black and bright rivets. The stock is unmarked, the buttplate devoid of the cast-in drawing number found on originals, however the forend shows some attractive grain figure beginning. The receiver markings are intact and crisp, the barrel date somewhat softened but still legible, and all the marked parts appear to be of proper Underwood origin. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, round bolt, rotary safety, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is a canvas carry bag, two 15-round magazines showing fouling around their tops, a double mag pouch, and a M3 flash hider. An all Underwood carbine configured as those employed by airborne paratroopers. (14A11810-27) {C&R} (1800/2200)

1149. EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON MODEL 7600 200TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #REM79000031, 30-06, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The surfaces on this employee purchased limited production rifle retain 98-99% original blue with perhaps a tiny handling or rack mark. The barrel has a gold inlay around the muzzle with single line address on the left side and “Our-200th” near the breech. The receiver is embellished with foliate scroll engraving with a gold inlayed hunter on the left and gold banner on the right that reads “1816 / Bicentennial / 2016” and the trigger retains 99% gold finish with few tiny specks of fine oxidation staining. The fleur-de-lis checkered pistolgrip C-grade walnut stock and forend rate excellent with a high gloss finish and lovely figure, and the pistolgrip is finished with a gold cap that reads “1816 / 200 year / Remington / Anniversary / 2016”. This limited production commemorative rifle is sighted with an adjustable sporting rear and hooded ramp front sight and is one of only 2,016 rifles made. Included are the original bicentennial box with historical timeline, manual (with tag indication employee purchase), lock and key. An as-new-in-box example of these limited production rifles. (10C11696-10) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1150. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 27-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N12823, 357 Magnum, desirable 3 1/2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely late 1960’s early 1970’s revolver appears virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks and the service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-harden colors. The checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning rod, and manual. A superb example of the “357 Magnum”. (8A11770-14) {C&R} (2000/2500)

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1151. AMERICAN HISTORICAL FOUNDATION IRON CROSS COMMEMORATIVE WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #466385 / IC031, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. Built around a West German-made Walther PP pistol, this is actually a very attractive and desirable commemorative pistol featuring fine quality flowing Germanic oak leaf and acorn motifs, fine punch-dot shading, bordering and areas of nice crosshatching. The left side of the slide bears the original Walther markings while “WALTHER” is in riband along the right-side rear of slide and “EISERNE KREUZ” is in riband along the forward section. The metal surfaces retain about 99% bright nickel finish showing just a couple of sparsely scattered tiny handling marks. The pistol wears a nice set of checkered rosewood grips in excellent condition, the right panel with an inlaid silver disc engraved with the eponymous Iron Cross. The pistol is equipped with a factory lanyard ring and one original blue-bodied and nickel-plated flush base magazine is included. The pistol includes a fine glass-paneled wooden presentation case with Walther banner etched on lid, maroon velvet lining and Eiserne Kreuz commemorative plate with “One of 300” callout. A key is also included. A lovely Walther PP with fine Germanic embellishments. (13B11712-2) {MODERN} (3000/4000)

1152. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #3K81817, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This 1972-manufactured Combat Magnum revolver appears virtually as-new-in-box and remains in magnificent condition. It retains about 99% original blue with no turn ring showing on the recessed cylinder. Surprisingly, this gun features a .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer, retaining robust swirls of case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The checkered walnut factory Magna round butt grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, it indicates the target trigger and hammer, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. A superb example with features generally not seen on the “snub nose” variant. (8A11770-15) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1153. CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S55704A, 357 Magnum, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 2007-manufactured revolver is as-new-in-box and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original nickel finish showing tiny intermittent spots of oxidized flaking along the edges of the straps.

The trigger and hammer retain full nickel. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and straps are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a blue two-piece factory box with shipping sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual, and paperwork. A lovely Single Action Army for your collection. It mate follows this description. (8A11728-888) {MODERN) (1800/2800)

1154. CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S55705A, 357 Magnum, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 2007-manufactured revolver is as-new-in-box and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% to perhaps 99% original nickel plate showing tiny scattered freckling on the straps with a small area also present on the cylinder. The trigger and hammer retain full nickel plate. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt in a circle and a Federal Eagle, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has standard Single Action Army features, and the cylinder and straps are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a blue two-piece factory box with shipping sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual, and paperwork. A fine Single Action Army for the collector, shooter, or S.A.S.S. member. It mate precedes this description. (8A11728-888) {MODERN) (1500/2000)

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1155. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S32244A, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely 2001-manufactured revolver is as-new and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original nickel finish including trigger and hammer. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and straps are correctly numbered to the gun. A fantastic Single Action for the collector or afficionado.

(8B11728-925) {MODERN) (2000/3000)

1156. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #S33194A, 45 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful revolver is virtually as-new and unfired since leaving Hartford in 2001. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue while the frame has bold case-hardened colors. The trigger and hammer have full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and straps are correctly numbered to the gun. A lovely Single Action Army with desirable short barrel.

(8B11728-926) {MODERN) (2000/3000)

1157. ROMARM-CUGIR PSL-54C SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #D-8704-76RO, 7.62x54R, 26 1/2” chrome lined barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original black enamel over phosphate finishes with a small area of wear on the receiver cover behind the ejection port, a few speckles of light oxidation, and a few light handling marks. The laminate thumbhole stock with Bakelite gripcap and the hardwood handguards rates excellent with a few light handling marks. The original sights are intact, one original 10-round magazines is included. Also included is an excellent condition POSP LPS 4x TIP2 scope with range finding reticle and side mount for the accessory rail on the left side of the rifle. The scope features excellent optics, an extendable sunshade, and a hammered gray enamel finish showing a touch of wear around the edges of the mount. It clamps to the accessory rail securely and includes an olive drab canvas cover. A nice example of these Romanian designated marksman’s rifles that were imported by Century Arms. (4A11813-30) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1158. COLT COMMERCIAL SERVICE MODEL ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #SM32366, 22 LR, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely pistol shows very little, if any, use and remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few insignificant handling marks. The fully checkered factory walnut grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain excellent condition. It features a Patridge front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and Williams floating chamber. It includes a single ten-round magazine marked “COLT 22 L.R.” on the removable floorplate. A very nice example of a post-war Service Model Ace. (8B11728-922) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

1159. BROWNING HIGH POWER T-SERIES SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #T254367, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1968manufactured pistol retains 98-99% original hot salt blue showing light high edge wear throughout with the odd scattered light handling mark and some areas toning to brown under direct light. The checkered hardwood grip panels with red-painted interiors remain excellent showing minimal handling wear with the only apology being a small check forming at the top-left corner of the right panel. It retains its distinctive tangent rear sight and drift adjustable serrated blade front, and the barrel and triggerguard are marked with “crown / PV” nitro proofs, with a “5” stamped on the opposite side triggerguard. Included is a single unmarked 13-round magazine. A fine example of this desirable variant. (26A11728-912) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1160. BROWNING HIGH POWER T-SERIES SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #T228416, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1968manufactured pistol retains 99% original hot salt blue showing only very fine high edge wear with a few odd handling marks and some spots toning to brown under direct light. The checkered hardwood grip panels with red-painted interiors remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear with some scattered darkening. It retains the standard drift-adjustable rear and fixed rounded front sights, the magazine safety functions as it should, and included is a single unmarked 13-round magazine. An excellent T-Series. (26A11728-913) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1161. FRANCHI RENAISSANCE CLASSIC OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #TB01112, 20 ga., 26” ventilated rib screw-choke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard, attaching iron, and lever retain 98-99% original blue with perhaps a light handling mark or two. The game scene and foliate scroll engraved frame retains a bright coin finish with gold bird inlays and the trigger retains 98-99% gold finish with tiny specks of fine oxidation staining. The shotgun is sighted with a Bradley-style front and the satin finish Grade A walnut checkered pistolgrip stock and finger groove forend rate excellent with a 14 1/2” length of pull. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, mechanical hammers and robust ejectors. Included are five Briley screw chokes: (2) skeet, (2) full, (1) improved cylinder, factory hard case, manual, and choke wrench. A nicely configured field gun that points well. (10A11767-2) {MODERN}(1000/1500)

1162. FRANCHI RENAISSANCE SPORTING OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #9011970, 12 ga., 30” ventilated ribs, screwchoke ported barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98-99% original blue with perhaps a light handling mark or two, and the trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish with light silvering along its edges. The frame and small parts retain a bright coin finish with light foliate scroll and geometric pattern border engraving with inlaid gold sporting clays on the left and right sides with inlaid gold sportsman on the triggerguard.

The shotgun is sighted with a Hi Viz green fiber optic front sight and the Grade A walnut checkered pistolgrip stock with adjustable comb and finger groove beavertail forend rate excellent with a 14 1/2” length of pull. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, mechanical hammers, non-automatic safety, and robust ejectors. Included are eight screw chokes (2) unmarked improved cylinder and cylinder, (2) Franchi Trulock full, (2) Carlson’s improved modified, and (2) Briley skeet, factory hardcase, manual and choke wrench. (10A11767-1) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

1163. UNMARKED GERMAN FALLING BLOCK STALKING RIFLE

serial #7930, 8.15x46R, 27” octagon barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some light pitting ahead of the chamber, frosting in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this May 1930 proof-dated rifle retains about 95% original blue with some areas toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light along with some sparse freckling. The action retains about 96-97% nice original vibrant case-hardened colors also retaining some old dark brown protective lacquer particularly along the right side and the action is lightly embellished with some tasteful filigree scroll and simple borders. The sights also retain a fine mix of case-hardened colors and brilliant fire blue.

The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing a few lengthy but thin drying cracks forming along either side of the wrist, an area of old abrasions along the right side of the buttstock and some other handling marks. The wood exhibits some attractive grain figure throughout and the stock features a partially squared-off left-side cheekpiece, fluted horn pistolgrip cap and grooved horn buttplate that is a bit proud. The rifle features sling swivels, upper tang sliding safety, double set triggers, fully-adjustable u-notch rear sight and generous bead on ramp front. (13B11108-153) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)

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1164. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #17036, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered pinprick pitting and old oxidation with strong rifling throughout. This revolver shows nice quality New York engraving in near full coverage featuring nice flowing foliate scrollwork with punch-dot shading and extensive zigzag borders. There is a subtle shell motif on the left side of the frame integrated into the scroll and a large flower behind the hammer. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish with some scattered light flaking to mild gray-brown patina along the high edges and cylinder, and a bit of minor oxidation speckling. The triggerguard has mostly flaked to gray with some good original blue along the sides while the trigger and hammer retain good case-hardened colors. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in near excellent condition showing some light handling marks. The grips are un-numbered and not quite perfectly fitted in some areas but this is relatively minor. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. (13C11199-41) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

1165. COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER ETCHED PANEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #45289, 41 Colt, 2 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few minor oxidation speckles nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This is a nice and honest little 1883-made short-barreled Thunderer, the metal surfaces retaining about 60% original nickel finish blending in rather nicely with the surrounding flaked areas that are mostly a mild gunmetal patina also showing some scattered mild gray-brown oxidation staining and speckling from the years. The “COLT D.A. 41” etched panel along the left side of the barrel remains mostly intact and the barrel address and patent dates along the frame are crisp. The sides of the trigger, back surface of the hammer and some of the screw heads also retain a healthy amount of bright fire blue. The black checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colts remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and the bottom of the right panel showing a very nicely executed repaired chip that is only noticeable upon close inspection. The serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. This is an attractive revolver in classic “storekeeper” configuration. (13B11523-99) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)

1166. GERMAN P.35(P) SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY RADOM serial #K4255, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some light frosting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Grade II Subvariation 1 pistol retain about 85% original military blue with gripstraps fading to mild gray patina, sparsely scattered freckling and forward sections of the slide with some discolored areas of gray patina. The finish generally appears stronger overall under ambient light, the small parts show nice original blue and the barrel remains mostly bright. All markings remain intact and strong showing the proper F.B. Radom slide legend followed by eagle firing proof and “(Eagle) / 623” Waffenamt. The left side slide and frame also show the proper “(Eagle) / WaA77” Waffenamts and “P.35(p)” is stamped slightly off-center below the legend. The right side of the frame shows smaller “(Eagle) / 77” after the serial number and the inside of the slide and many of the small parts still bear their original Polish inspector stamps, the barrel with proper eagle firing proof and “(Eagle) / 623”.

The original black checkered Bakelite grips with “FB” on left and “VIS” on right remain in near excellent condition right and very good condition left, the right with some dings along the edges and the left with a small 1/4” chip at the bottom edge below the screw. The serialized parts are matching and one original magazine in excellent condition showing only an “E” stamp on the bottom of the spine is included. A nice pistol for the martial collector. (13B11798-1) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1167. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 27-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #S218615, 357 Magnum, 8 3/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1961 four-screw revolver remains in excellent condition. The “dash-ones” were only manufactured for about a year before improvements ushered in the 27-2. This gun retains about 96-97% original blue showing edge wear and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and rate very good showing lightly compressed diamond points, a few handling marks, and a tiny surface chip on the top of the right panel near the horn. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and recessed chambers. A fine example of the “357 Magnum”. (8A11616-8) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1168. ATTRACTIVE REMINGTON MODEL 141-B GAMEMASTER DELUXE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

serial #79491, 35 Remington, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this nice September 1950 date-coded rifle retain about 95% original blue showing a little operational wear along the magazine tube, scattered handling marks and most of the loss due to two small spots of pinprick pitting, one on the left side of the barrel shank and the other left-side edge of the action. The rear section of the magazine tube, the loading gate and the trigger all show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the bolt remains bright and the extractor shows fine fire blue. The checkered pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish along with some scattered minor dings and light handling marks. The heavy factory varnish is starting to take on a nice craquelure overall and the wood exhibits some attractive grain figure throughout. The original checkered aluminum buttplate is intact and there is a gold monogram plate inlaid along the toe line and neatly engraved with the original owner’s name “G.O. Schneider”. The rifle is fitted with period sling swivel studs and is sighted with a Lyman tang peep sight, standard sporting rear and silver bead on matted ramp front. A fine example of the somewhat scarce 141B in a desirable chambering. (13B11696-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1169. ATTRACTIVE HUSQVARNA DOUBLE HAMMER SHOTGUN serial #21089, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 29 3/4” damascus barrels choked modified and full with mostly bright very good bores showing some scattered areas of light pitting. The handsome shotgun was made somewhere between 1890-1897, likely around 1892, and the barrels retain generous plum-brown finish throughout with areas toning to pewter gunmetal patina mostly along the sides nearer the breeches also showing some scattered light handling marks and small spots of old oxidation. The barrels show lovely swirling damascus patterns throughout and the solid matted rib is makermarked by Husqvarna. The action and back action lockplates retain about 50-60% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with the balance toning to a pleasant silvery and smoky patina. The triggerguard has mostly toned to silvery case-hardened patina and the top lever retains about 80% original bright blue. The action and lockplates are tastefully embellished with fine quality detailed foliate scrollwork throughout. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition as lightly and carefully cleaned showing a nice oil finish with a few lightly chipped points and minor dings. The sides of the buttstock show some rather nice grain figure and length-of-pull to the black checkered hard rubber buttplate is 14 1/8”. The shotgun is equipped with sling swivels and brass bead front sight and barrel lock-up is by dual under-bites exhibiting a hint of side-to-side play that is relatively minor, the top lever resting about center and the barrels otherwise on-face. The locks with rebounding hammers seem to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive and well above-average example of these quality Swedish doubles.

(13B11604-7) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

1170. COLT 38 AMU SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #8023, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol is a custom U.S. Model 1911 by Colt fitted with one of the Colt 38 AMU conversion kits manufactured for the U.S. Army Marksmanship Training Unit. A 1963 study by the A.M.U. determined they had to tighten accuracy requirements, improve barrel quality, and chamber their guns to 38 Special Wadcutter which offered greater quantities of quality, consistent match ammunition that they could not get with the limited runs of 38 AMU ammunition. This pistol, like so many of the military assembled kits, was converted from 38 AMU to 38 Special Wadcutter. The pistol is finely crafted and retains about 99% beautifully restored blue showing slight edge wear and few insignificant handling marks. The fully checkered walnut grips rate excellent. This gun features a long sloping serrated Patridge front sight, Triangle-HEG adjustable rear sight, stippled front strap, later-style serrated flat mainspring housing, accuracy job, trigger job, long trigger with overtravel stop, and the original inspector mark remains strong. The left side of the slide is marked “COLT - .38 AMU / AUTOMATIC” while this first variation barrel has “COLT .38 AMU” on the chamber. This fine pistol includes the book “U.S. Military Match and Marksmanship Automatic Pistols” by Bill Jenkins. The book remains in excellent condition. This is a fine example of a beautifully crafted Mid-Range Match pistol. (8B11616-6) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1171. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #175361, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This Great War gun (1917) remains in fine condition. The metal surfaces retain about 40% original Colt brushed blue, the remainder toned to gray with brown overtones in addition to minor pinprick pitting, and a few light handling marks. Most of the loss is on the slide extending down to the dust cover with normal handling loss on the straps. The replacement double diamond checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. The small parts and markings are correct for the period of manufacture while Major Stewart’s inspection mark remains crisp as do the other markings. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. A fine example showing light honest use over the years. (8A11616-5) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1172. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE 32-20 HAND EJECTOR TARGET REVOLVER serial #134292, 32-20 W.C.F., 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely fourth change revolver remains in fantastic condition with about 98% original blue showing light muzzle wear and handling marks.

The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition with minor handling marks. This gun features with a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. This is a lovely Model 1905 Target with fantastic condition and a suitable addition to any collection. (8A11534156) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1173. SMITH & WESSON 38/44 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S97128, 38 Special (38/44 Heavy Duty), 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine Model of 1950 preModel 23 has seen light use and remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing minor edge wear and handling marks. The service trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case hardened colors. The replacement checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, speed loader cut, and remain in excellent condition. This lovely five-screw revolver features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A superb Outdoorsman. (8A11534-183) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1174. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-4 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #75K1016, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This superb Combat Magnum revolver appears to be virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original nickel plate showing minor handling and storage wear. The un-numbered checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition.

This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, screwdriver, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. Although the box rates fair, the remainder are in excellent condition. A fine gun for your collection. (8A11534-68) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1175. EXCELLENT SMALL TRIGGERGUARD SMITH & WESSON CHIEFS SPECIAL HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #36449, 38 Special, 1 7/8” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver appears unfired as-new-in-box and retains about 99% original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain vibrant case-hardened colors.

The diamond checkered walnut factory round-butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun and remain in as-new condition.

This beautiful little five-screw features a serrated ramp front sight, early small round triggerguard, short round butt grip frame, early-style flat latch, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original red factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, and a “Helpful Hints” brochure. The box rates fair to good showing moderate edge wear, two corners have failed on the cover, and light soiling of the end label although the Helpful Hints brochure is about excellent. A superb addition to any Smith & Wesson collection.

(8A11534-84) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1176. SMITH & WESSON K-22 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #656783, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver retains wonderful condition with about 98% original blue showing light edge wear, a few tiny areas of oxidation stains, and handling marks.

The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors, the right side of the trigger has toned to light gray. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in about excellent condition showing slight wear and handling marks. The mid-numbers 6 & 7 were transposed when they were stamped (657683) but they fit the gun and appear to be a factory error. This gun features a Call silver bead front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A fine Outdoorsman for your collection. (8A11534-139) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1177. SMITH & WESSON 22/32 HEAVY FRAME TARGET HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #408850, 22 LR, 6” barrel with a near excellent bore showing very light oxidation showing strong rifling throughout with minor surface irregularities on the lands. This revolver retains about 98% original blue showing a tiny spot of oxidized pinprick pitting on the frame, very light edge wear, and few handling marks.

The smooth service trigger and service hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with light operational wear and light thinning on the side and face of the trigger. The diamond checkered walnut factory target extension grips are numbered to the gun and rate excellent with minor handling marks. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. The rear slider notch appears to have been lightly altered. A very nice Heavy Frame. (8A11534-149) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1178. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 53 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #K442726, 22 Remington Jet / 22 LR, 6” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely “Jet” remains in excellent condition. It retains about 98-99% original blue showing light muzzle wear and handling marks. The service trigger and special hammer with selector switch retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cutout, and remain in excellent condition. It features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and dual firing pins for centerfire or rimfire cartridges. It includes a factory mahogany presentation case and six factory 22 LR inserts. The case rates very good on the exterior with light handling marks and fair on the interior showing strong flocking and limited cracking of the insert. An excellent first year production (1961) 22 Centerfire Magnum. (8A11534-73) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1179. EXCELLENT HIGH STANDARD MILITARY ISU OLYMPIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #ML16767, 22 Short, 6 3/4” tapered barrel with integral ports showing a bright excellent bore. This lovely pistol remains as-new-in-box. The pistol retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes. The target trigger, safety, and magazine catch all retain full blue color. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips remain in fantastic condition. The pistol features a Patridge front sight, bridge-mounted black blade adjustable rear sight, stippled straps, and a pair of barrel weights one large and one small. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and a factory five-round magazine with steel extension floorplate. A superb find for the collector. (8A11493-23) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1180. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND serial #2136294, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with an excellent bore.

This pistol features an Ithaca slide, is likely Arsenal rebuilt, and it remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original Parkerized finish with sandblasted blue on the controls showing light scattered edge wear and a few handling marks. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing ribs around the screw holes, and remain in excellent condition. The small parts and markings appear correct for the respective frame and slide, Col F.J. Atwood’s inspection mark as well as the various proofs and ordnance wheel remain crisp. It includes a faux Ordnance-style craft box for an Ithaca Model 1911A1 and is numbered to this gun, a single Colt seven-round commercial magazine, and a single Scovill Manufacturing marked seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. An excellent 1911A1. (8A11694-10) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1181. COLT DELTA ELITE GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #DE07034, 10mm Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely first year Delta Elite (1987) shows little if any use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue. The textured rubber factory wraparound grips feature a red delta medallions and remain in excellent condition. This Series ’80 gun features three dot sights, long trigger, and round spur hammer. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert, factory marked eight-round magazine, manual, and paperwork. An excellent Delta Elite for your collection. (8A11694-12) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1182. COLT GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #70N67763, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol has seen only light use since leaving the factory in the late 1970’s. The pistol retains about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks and a pair of very light tiny scratches on the dust cover. The fully checkered factory walnut grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. It features a Patridge front sight, Colt Elliason black blade rear sight, long target trigger with overtravel stop, and Series ’70 collet bushing. It includes three factory marked seven-round magazines. A lovely Gold Cup. (8A11690-37) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1183. CUSTOM SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER BY KING GUN SIGHT COMPANY serial #672587, 38 Special, 4” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful 4th change has been lightly period customized by the famed King Gun Sight Company. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing light edge wear and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The stocks are a beautiful set of diamond checkered walnut Roper target stocks with open backstrap and right hand palm swell that rate near excellent showing a few light handling marks. They have the famed “Gagne jig holes” on the back and feature the Roper finger ribbons. This gun features a King red insert reflector front sight, later added factory adjustable rear sight with King white outline slider, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A fine example from one of the outstanding custom gunsmithing companies of that time period. (8A11672-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1184. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #30558, 32 S&W Long, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This splendid revolver retains about 99% original nickel plate showing scattered fine bubbling on the sideplate and minor handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The un-numbered replacement diamond checkered hard rubber factory round butt grips feature S&W monograms, the right panel rates excellent while the left shows a repaired chip at the butt. This gun features fixed sights, five-screw frame, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A beautiful Third Model I-frame revolver. (8A10826-224) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1185. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

BY COLT serial #206690, 45 ACP, 5” Colt replacement barrel with an excellent bore.

This 1917-manufactured pistol has a replacement slide but remains in excellent condition as refurbished. The metal surfaces of the frame retain 99% restored blue, the grip safety showing light plum under strong light and old pinprick pitting under the new finish. The slide retains about 98% original blue with edge wear and very light overall thinning. The double diamond checkered walnut replacement grips rate very good showing lightly compressed diamond points. This gun has controls appropriate for the period of manufacture, Major Stewart’s inspection mark remains strong as do the other markings, while the slide markings are crisp. This gun includes a Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. It also includes an unmarked holster styled after the U.S. M3 shoulder holster but includes a spare magazine pouch sewn on the face of the holster. It is well constructed and remains in about excellent condition showing light use. A fine pistol for the collector. (8A11591-31) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1186. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL PERFECTED SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #4802, 22 LR, scarce 6” barrel with a lightly pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This lovely pistol was refurbished by the factory in July 1956. It retains about 99% factory restored blue with a few insignificant handling marks and old pitting under the new finish. The smooth trigger has toned to mostly gray with remnants of case-hardened colors at the top while the hammer retains beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The un-numbered diamond checkered walnut target extension grips feature gold S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition with a few handling marks. This gun features a Paine gold bead front sight, adjustable “U” notch rear sight, the barrel is un-numbered but the barrel latch is numbered to the gun. Barrel to frame fit is tight and the action remains crisp. An excellent Third Model in a uncommon barrel configuration. (8A10826-635) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1187. COLT GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #03927N70, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a near excellent bore showing slight frosting in the edges of the grooves. This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing slight handling, operational, and assembly marks. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, Colt Elliason adjustable rear sight, long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop, collet bushing, and serrated straps. This gun includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, and a pair of factory marked commercial eight-round magazines. The box rates about excellent with light edge wear. An excellent Series ’70 pistol. (8A11591-110) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1188. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #70B53217, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol remains in excellent condition showing little to no use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, and collet bushing. It includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a single factory marked commercial eight-round magazine, and manual. The box rates about excellent with light edge wear. A nice Government Model for your collection. (8A11591-100) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1189. BROWNING HIGH POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #113389, 9mm, 4 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This High Power remains in excellent condition showing light use. It retains about 98% original blue with light high edge wear, operational mark on the slide, and a few minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a halfmoon front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, ring hammer, internal extractor, and no thumb print. The barrel is unnumbered but the proof marks match the rest of the gun. The slide has the second variation marking “BROWING ARMS CO. ST. LOUIS MO. & MONTREAL P.Q.”. It includes a maroon hinged Browing box that is serial numbered to another gun, a single factory thirteen-round magazine, and a single thirteen-round Mec-Gar magazine.

The box rates excellent. A fine Belgium made Browning. (8A11591-95) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1190. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #3331, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an bright excellent bore. This fine pistol retains about 95% original bright blue showing edge wear, handling marks, and light thinning on the straps. The hammer and triggerguard retain strong casehardened colors with operational wear while the trigger is bright. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms, they rate excellent although they are toning to brown which is most prevalent on the left panel. This lovely gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the barrel, latch, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun. Barrel to frame fit is tight and the action remains crisp. A nice example. (8A10826-636) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1191. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #19034, 22 LR, 8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 1891 single shot pistol remains in very good condition. It retains about 94% original blue showing scattered edge wear, the frontstrap has toned to gray, and handling marks. The hammer retains robust case-hardened colors with operational wear, the triggerguard is mostly gray with straw overtones, while the checkered trigger is gray. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber extension grips feature S&W monograms, they rate about excellent with minor handling marks and have toned to an even brown hue. This lovely gun features a replacement Marbles white bead front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the latch, barrel and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun. Barrel to frame fit displays a slight amount of movement, the action remains crisp, and the barrel is marked “MODEL OF ‘91”. This serial number does not appear in the Neal & Jinks book. A nice First Model showing light use. (8A10826-645) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

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1192. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER serial #141817, 41 Colt, 4 3/4” barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This fine 1891 Single Action Army has that “been there done that” look but was well cared for. It retains perhaps 25%-30% original finishes, the top and bottom of the barrel, cylinder flutes, triggerguard area, and apron show strong original blue, the remainder an even gunmetal gray. The frame has a few strong swirls of case-hardened colors on the rear of the recoil shield, frame forward of the window, and a small portion of the topstrap, the remainder a mix of faded colors and gray. The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature a Rampant Colt, Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and the left panel shows minimal wear and rates about excellent while the right panel has the same amount of wear with a tiny chip missing on the toe of the butt. All appropriate parts are correctly serial numbered to the gun, the loading gate is assembly numbered to the gun, the bottom of the barrel is caliber marked, markings remain crisp overall, and it has a crisp action. A wonderful Colt that shows honest use, was well cared for, and a solid investment. (8A11651-2) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

1193. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #30582, .36 cal, 7 1/2” octagon barrel with an lightly oxidized and pitted bore. This 1853-manufactured Navy has toned to predominantly gray although there is a nice strip of original blue on the lower barrel with small area on the top at the muzzle end. There are scattered light oxidation stains with light handling marks. The brass grip frame retains about 50% original silver finish, strongest on the triggerguard strap, with portions tarnished to a mild black color. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grips rate good with later added varnish showing light to moderate wear and handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun although the basepin and wedge are unnumbered later replacements, and the action remains crisp. The cylinder scene remains crisp on this small triggerguard Third Model Navy. An honest Navy with very good condition. (8A11641-1) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

1194. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #74883, .36 cal, 7 1/2” octagon barrel with an oxidized and pitted bore. This 1857-made Navy has toned to a brown patina with a few remnants of original blue on the bottom of the barrel in addition to scattered light stains from oxidation, pitting and light handling marks. The brass grip frame has a few remnants of original silver within the protected areas, the balance toned to ochre with handling marks. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grips rate very good with later added varnish showing a few light repairs to chips and handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the action remains crisp and the cylinder scene remains strong on this small triggerguard Third Model Navy. A very good Navy showing honest use. (8A11641-2) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

1195. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 32-20 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #44926, 32-20 WCF, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This second change revolver retains about 96% original nickel finish showing light flaking on the frame and sideplate, edge wear, and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer have toned to gray with some strong case-hardened colors still visible. The un-numbered diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions and rate very good plus with handling marks on the edge of the butt. This gun features fixed sights and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory hinged brown cloth covered box that is correctly end labeled but numbered to another gun.

The box rates about excellent. A fine example of a 32-20 Hand Ejector showing overall light use. (8A10826-231) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1196. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 38 “TWO TONE” AIRWEIGHT BODYGUARD DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #J293110, 38 Special, 1 7/8” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. Similar to the “Pinto” guns with nickel and blue parts, this interesting Bodyguard was manufactured for Michigan Police supply with stainless steel cylinders although not much information is found on them. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing light marks on the sideplate while the stainless steel cylinder rates excellent. The service trigger and special Bodyguard hammer retain bold case-hardened colors.

The checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition with light handling marks. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. On the end label’s box designating finish it has “BSS” handwritten indicating blue and stainless steel. This gun has seen light use and remains in excellent condition. It is an unusual gun sure to intrigue the dedicated collector. (8A10826-677) {MODERN} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1197. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #511042, 32 S&W Long, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore.

This beautiful little gun appears virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original blue showing only a faint turn ring. The smooth service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory maroon hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, bore brush, caution pamphlet, and complimentary USRA 20 yard Bull’s Eye target that somebody tried their hand shooting. The box shows light wear and rates about very good plus while the pamphlets rate excellent. You will not easily find a Third Model in such fine condition. (8A10826-312) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1198. BEAUTIFUL SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #511869, 32 S&W Long, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine revolver appears as-new-in-box and remains in wonderful condition.

It retains about 99% original nickel finish with a light turn ring. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights, five-screw frame, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a beautiful maroon cloth covered factory hinged box that is end labeled to the gun although any numbers or the bottom are no longer visible. These fine little guns are seldom seen in such fine condition and a great find for the collector. (8B10826-670) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1199. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #25176G70, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely MK IV / Series ’70 pistol has seen very little use and remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 99% original blue. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun has standard Government Model features and a collet bushing. It includes a pair of Colt marked seven-round magazines. A great example of the Government Model.

(8A11747-11) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1200. COLT DELTA ELITE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #DE27778, 10mm Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol shows little if any use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue. The textured rubber factory wraparound grips feature a red delta medallions and remain in excellent condition. This Series ’80 gun features three dot sights, long trigger, and round spur hammer. It includes a factory marked eight-round magazine. The 10mm has become popular with outdoorsman in bear country while the Delta Elites are of interest to the Colt collectors. (8A11766-4) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1201. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION PERFECTED REVOLVER serial #47783, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver remains in wonderful condition showing very little use. It retains about 99% original blue showing some light dings, along the topstrap and back edge of frame. The diamond checkered factory replacement grips feature S&W monograms, they remain in excellent condition, the original factory number has been removed, and they show light “fitting” along the backstraps. This gun features a forged half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and barrel to frame fit is tight. A beautiful example of the Perfected Model. (8A10826-460) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1202. HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 195 U.S.R.A. SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #422, 22 LR, 10” “key hole” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol remains in excellent condition showing light use. The pistol retains about 97% original blue although the frontstrap has tone to light plum in addition to light edge wear and a few insignificant handling marks. The curved serrated trigger and short spur hammer retain full blue while the triggerguard has worn to gray although the sides have strong blue. The checkered walnut “saw handle” No. 4 Frontier target grips rate excellent showing light handling marks. This gun features an undercut Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, round plunger extractor / ejector, the barrel is numbered to the gun, and barrel to frame fit is tight. This is a fine example showing light use. (8A11777-62) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1000/1500)

1203. EXCELLENT RUGER OLD MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK REVOLVER WITH RARE MAHOGANY PRESENTATION CASE serial #2323, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful gun is as-new and enjoys celebrity status. It is featured on page 277 in John Dougans book “Ruger Pistols and Revolvers the Vintage Years 1949-1973” and in John Amber’s book on page 141 “Know your Ruger Single Action Revolvers 1953-1963”. Dougan’s book indicates this gun was inspected on November 2, 1960, and shipped on November 14, 1960. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few minor storage marks and no turn ring on the unfluted cylinder. The smooth walnut factory grips feature black Ruger Phoenix medallions and remain in about very good plus condition showing scattered handling marks. This variation 1 gun features a serrated ramp front sight, black blade Micro adjustable rear sight, standard length grip frame, and the barrel has the randomly encountered address without the Ruger Phoenix logo. A magnificent Super Blackhawk with pleasant notoriety.

(8A11766-1) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1204. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #4319214, 30-06, 24” 8-53 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright very good plus bore with spots of mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% original Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few speckles of oxidation staining, and light handling marks. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition with numerous light dings, minor abrasions, and handling marks scattered throughout, consistent with a military service rifle. The stock shows the remnants of a 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp on the left side, a clear circled “P” inside the pistolgrip, and is stamp-numbered to the rifle along the toeline. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the marked parts are of Springfield Armory make of appropriate post-WWII vintage. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle and noting it as a Danish return, and a contemporary manual. An early 1950’s M1 rifle previously given to our northern European allies. (14A11700-73) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1205. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #3847730, 30-06, 24” 6-45 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this mid 1945-made rifle retain about 90% gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, some speckling of oxidation, and light silvering on the gas cylinder. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good plus condition as perhaps lightly cleaned with a few scattered dings and some handling marks; the right side of the stock noticeably blonder toned than the rest. A clear 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp is present on the left, with a strong circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The barrel and receiver markings are intact and crisp, and the marked parts are all of Springfield Armory make with drawing numbers consistent for the end of WWII, including the unrelieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with lock-bar rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid M1 rifle still in its late WWII configuration. (14A11591-54) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1206. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 SAFARI EXPRESS LEFT HAND BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #G2598769, 375 H&H Mag, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original rust blue with a light handling mark on the right side of the receiver, a touch of silvering at the muzzles, and some light operational wear on the races. The bolt body is nicely jeweled with a little operational wear at the base, the bolt handle showing some light wear to the blue. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a few light dings and handling marks, and some flattened points of checkering. The stock features a factory sling swivel on the toeline, a factory solid recoil pad, lightly floral engraved dual recoil bolts, and a right-side cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with a hooded ramped bead front sight and an adjustable express-style rear sight, the receiver is factory drilled and tapped, the bolt features the pre ’64 controlled feed claw extractor, and a factory sling stud is on the barrel. Included is the original box, end labeled and numbered to the gun, the manual, and a pair of Weaver-style bases. A fine Winchester Model 70 used to great effect on a pair of Cape Buffalo and numerous plains game by the previous owner. (14A11736-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1207. CUSTOM PARKER SC GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN serial #222319, 12 ga (3”), 32” Simmons ventilated rib replacement barrel choked a tight full with a bright excellent bore showing some stubborn wad residue at the muzzle and a spot of light oxidation in the chamber. The barrel retains about 95% maker applied blue with spots of mild thinning and light wear, the breach area showing a few hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The case-hardened frame and forend iron have toned to an attractive pewter gunmetal patina with some hints of gray freckling and the lovely Parker SC Grade engraving remains crisp with punchdot shading, flowing scroll engraving, and a pigeon finely detailed on the underside of the frame. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock is in near excellent condition with softening of the checkering and a few minor handling marks, and features some attractive grain figure, a semi-gloss finish, an adjustable comb, and an adjustable buttplate with a ventilated Pachmayr recoil pad mounted. The target forend is in very good plus condition with a few light handling marks and some scattered chipped points of checkering; the forend is numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest at center and is sighted with a Bradley-style white bead front and a small white bead midrib. A quite attractive custom Parker Single Barrel Trap, originally made in 1927. (14B116665) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (1200/1800)

1208. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY IBM CORPORATION serial #3784484, 30 Carbine, 18” Inland Division barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% arsenal reapplied gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few spots of mild oxidation, and some light handling marks. The low-wood I-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good condition with smoothed over light abrasions around the stock nose, an arsenal pin-repair ahead of the magazine well, and some light dings and handling marks scattered throughout. The stock shows evidence of having been converted from high to low-wood configuration, as so often was the case, and is crisply marked “RMC” in the sling cut with a “.U.” rework mark to the rear of the pistolgrip on the left side, and a near invisible Ordnance Wheel present on the right; the handguard markings is faded and largely illegible, showing what appears to be a “B”, amongst other indecipherable characters. The receiver markings are intact, those over the chamber somewhat light, the barrel markings are crisp, and the small parts are marked for a variety of contractors including Underwood, Inland, and Saginaw. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, Type V magazine catch, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an aftermarket 5-round magazine.

A solid arsenal refurbished carbine from a manufacturer who’s innovations sped up production. (14A11672-6) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1209. PARKER GRADE 0 UNDER LIFTER DOUBLE HAMMERGUN serial #21995, 12 ga on a No. 2 frame, 30” damascus twist barrels choked cylinder and improved cylinder, with bright excellent bores showing only a few scattered pinprick to perhaps light pits and a tiny, raised ding about 2” from the right muzzle.

The barrels retain a strong damascus twist pattern with contrasting pewter and plum-brown, showing areas of light wear along the outside edges, some hints of oxidation staining, and an about 5” light abrasion along the right barrel, nearer the chamber. The frame retains an even mix of silvery case-hardened patina and mellowed case-colors, strongest on the lockplates and protected areas, with light silvering on high edges and some areas of gray freckling, and is lightly decorated with touches of foliate scroll at the corners of the lockplate and modest geometric bordering. The round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with a pair of softened chips on the sides of the forend, one 3/4” and one 3/8”, some scattered light dings and handling marks, and minor crazing of the finish on the toe line; the checkering on the pistolgrip and forend has worn with time, now largely only visible and providing no texture. The steel buttplate has worn to a pewter patina with scattered spots of oxidation, providing an about 14 3/8” length of pull with drops about 2 1/4” and 3 1/4”, and a shield-shaped monogram plate is atop the wrist. The Parker address on the rib remains crisp, as does the “PARKER BROS” on each lockplate, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up with some lateral movement detectable, both barrels off-face with light visible between the breech and standing breech, and the rebounding hammers are somewhat out-of-time; the left hammer shows a crack forming below the spur. The shotgun will require mechanical attention as the action will not close unless the lifter is depressed. The shotgun is sighted with a lone ivory bead. A fine 1881-made Parker. (14A11666-25) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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1210. WINCHESTER MODEL SADDLE RING CARBINE

94

serial #972581, 25-35 W.C.F., 20” nickel steel round barrel with full magazine and a very good lightly oxidized bore showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine retain about 70% original blue with general light wear and thinning toning to gray, scattered light handling marks, and a small spot or two of pinprick pitting. The receiver and barrel bands have toned to a gunmetal gray patina with strong remnants of blue in the protected areas a few small spots of light pitting, and scattered light handling marks; the saddle ring and stud are intact with a mild brown patina forming around them and a light ring marks on either side. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition with a notch removed from the comb tip, light dings and handling marks, and an older added finish; the steel buttplate retains remnants of blue around the heel screw, the balance toned to gray-brown with the heel worn to pewter. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, and some of the screws show mild slot wear.

The carbine is sighted with a plain blade front sight and an adjustable ladder-style rear sight. Included is an additional lever and link with an enlarged loop. A solid 1924-made SRC for the Winchester collector. (14A11523-58) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)

1211. WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #268599, 32 W.C.F., 24” octagon barrel with full magazine and a good bore with pinprick and intermittent light pitting but evident rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube retain about 85-90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, light thinning, and some scattered light dings and tool marks; the magazine hanger has worn to gray. The receiver retains about 40% original blue, primarily along the sides with the left thinning moderately, with the balance worn to a pewter-gray patina with light handling marks, small spots of pinprick pitting, and minor freckling, and the lever and hammer retain good case-hardened colors mellowing to gray with scattered specks of oxidation. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition with a small notch at the comb tip, light dings and handling marks largely softened by time, and an older added finish; the steel curved buttplate has toned to gray with light oxidation staining and shallow pitting at the toe. The two-line Winchester address and other factory markings are intact and easily legible, the tang marking concealed beneath the aperture sight, and a few of the screws show light slot wear, the tang screw more moderate. The rifle is sighted with a Sheard bead front sight, adjustable sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and tang-mounted aperture rear sight; the front screw for the tang sight will not seat flush, but the sight still appears securely mounted. A handsome 1904-made Model 92. (14B11523-53) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)

1212. BROWNING AUTO-5 SWEET SIXTEEN SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN serial #X91621, 16 ga., 26” ventilated rib barrel marked modified choke gauging full with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1953 Belgian made gun retain perhaps 92-95% original blue that is evenly thinning with plum undertones in direct light with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, a spot of oxidation at the muzzle and silvering along its high edges. The frame features Grade I engraving with all markings remaining crisp. The bolt remains bright with a few scattered specks of oxidation staining and the trigger retains about 75% gold finish with silvering along the left side. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate very good with overall light handling marks and spots of flaked varnish. The buttstock has been neatly shortened providing a length of pull of 13” to the correct horn FN buttplate showing a few minor flakes and fitting marks around its periphery. Included is a twopiece factory box remaining in good to perhaps very good condition with scattered ink markings and a small tear in both top and bottom halves.

The end label matches the gun and has separated from the box but is included. (10B11742-1) {C&R} (1500/2000)

1213. EXCELLENT PRE-BAN COLT SPORTER MATCH HBAR AR-15 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #MH083379, .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO, 20” CMP HBAR barrel with a 1:7” twist and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pre-ban rifle retain 97-98% original phosphate and gray anodized finishes with a few light handling marks and scattered specks of fine oxidation staining.

The A2-style handguard, buttstock, and pistolgrip rate excellent. The rifle features no bayonet lug, an A2-style flash hider and comes with two 20round magazines, (1) Colt marked and (1) Adventure Line MFG. marked, and a soft sided tactical rifle case with external magazine pockets.

(10A11747-9) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1214. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #7264, 410 bore, 28” plain barrel choked a tight full with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this first year production shotgun retain 97% factory quality restored blue with light handling marks, minor operational and high edge wear. The smooth walnut pistol grip and grooved forend rate excellent as restored and the checkered hard rubber buttplate has crisp checkering with a few tiny dings about its edges. The barrel extension is numbered alike and it is sighted with a single silver bead front. A lovely restored example with a smooth working action. (10A11523-14) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1500/2000)

1215. BRITISH HALFSTOCK PERCUSSION FOWLER BY NOCK 20 bore, 33 1/4” part round part octagon damascus barrel with multi-faceted point of transition and a bright near excellent bore. The barrel retains about 90% of an attractive restored plum-brown finish showing some speckles of loss on either side around the transition point and some remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pitting, otherwise displaying lovely swirling damascus patterns throughout. The breech plug is a deep gray patina with platinum blowout plug and neatly marked on top “SAMUEL NOCK / REGENT STREET”. The lockplate shows step at rear and retains some good silvery case-hardened patina with impressed goldlined touch mark of “H / NOCK” (Henry, not Samuel). There are some light foliate flourishes and the iron triggerguard and buttplate show an old cleaning to pewter gunmetal with smoothed-over lightly pitting and softened embellishments of panoply of arms along the bow of the guard and a foliate urn extension. The checkered walnut stock with horn tip and silver wedge escutcheons remains in about very good condition as cleaned and neatly refinished showing some scattered repaired cracks and a very well-executed repair along either side of the buttstock. The checkering remains strong and a replacement brass-tipped ramrod is present. The arm is sighted with a generous brass bead front sight and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A nice fowler from this prolific and well-regarded gun-making family. (13A11547-5) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

1216. GERMAN SYSTEM STAHL MARTINI SCHUETZEN RIFLE RETAILED BY J. HEINICKE

8.15x46R, 30” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel is a relatively even mix of original blue and gray-brown patina showing some scattered areas of old oxidation staining and light handling marks. The rear of the top flat is grooved, the barrel shank shows a nice light foliate border and silver band inlays and the retailer marking is neatly marked “J. HEINICKE, JENA.” The action shows generous silvery case-hardened patina with some overall light oxidation and a few small areas of pinprick pitting, the breechblock with some wisps of good colors. The action is embellished with light bordering and wide Germanic foliate motifs that remain mostly crisp. The checkered walnut buttstock and smooth forend with horn schnabel tip remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings, a few thin sliver and flakes along some of the edges and a 7/8” chip along the top right edge of the horn tip. The checkering remains mostly strong showing a light foliate border and there is a nice rounded cheekpiece along the left side of the buttstock. The rifle is sighted with fully-adjustable tang sight with medium aperture disc and the front sight base is present though the sight insert proper has been lost to the years. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. (13B11108-39) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)

1217. PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY FOEHL .38 cal, 32 1/4” octagon barrel turned for starter with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a hint of frosting in the grooves, a little pitting nearer the muzzle and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel has mostly toned to a medium graybrown patina showing some scattered oxidation staining and some light pitting nearer the nipple bolster. The top flat retains strong maker markings “CHAS FOEHL / PHILA.” and the barrel under-rib is fitted with two small ramrod thimbles and drilled for a now-lost sling swivel. The barrel flat also shows remnants of the left edge of the “Made For A.J. Plate San Francisco” retailer marking, but an old dovetail blank has obscured most of the marking. The barrel is secured via a pair of wedges that are rather close together with nice dual-lobed German silver escutcheons. The nosecap, spur triggerguard and pointed toe plate are also German silver and there is a swivel eye and monogram plate along the toe line. The triggerguard extension has two holes for mounting palm rests. The checkered walnut stock remains in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few scattered repaired thin cracks (one rather lengthy along the left side of forend), and some other minor dings. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock features a graceful left-side cheekpiece and nickel-plated schuetzen-style buttplate. The sights are later replacements consisting of an aperture tang sight, fine v-notch sporting rear and target globe front with bead-on-post. The hammer is a little loose and its retainer screw threads are worn but the lock with double set triggers otherwise seems to function normally. German-born Charles Foehl apprenticed with famous Philadelphia gunsmith John Wurfflein and also worked with Henry Deringer. (13A11108-89) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)

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1218. SHARPS NEW MODEL CARTRIDGECONVERTED CARBINE serial #93729, 50-70, 22” three-groove barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel has mostly toned to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered old surface oxidation and generous streaks of arsenal-refurbished blue in the more protected areas at the rear. The external barrel markings have been lost to the refurbishment though the rear sight retains strong patent markings. The action has mostly toned to a silvery gray case-hardened patina showing scattered oxidation speckling and a few light dings from the years. The patent markings along the action are partially intact and the firing pin and primer mechanism cover

retain some flashes of bright fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing some older added antique varnish, mild abrasions and old dings from honest use. The original sights and sling ring are intact and the barrel serial number has mostly been lost to the years though it shows a crisp assembly number “35” matching the ejector. The tip of the firing pin is also intact and the lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. This is a solid honest example of these popular Sharps cartridge carbines. (13B11754-1) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

1219. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #447187, 45 ACP, 5” replacement High Standard barrel with a lightly frosted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This 1918 gun remains in excellent condition as refurbished, the metal surfaces retaining about 99% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish with a few insignificant handling marks. The unmarked replacement double diamond walnut grips remain in excellent condition. All of the controls and small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture.

The “eagle / S/14” inspection stamp remains strong as do the proof marks and other markings. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine and a generic craft box. A nicely refurbished Model 1911. (8A11810-6) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1220. GERMAN P.08 LUGER BYFCODED PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #2257f, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore showing light pitting but evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this byf-coded and 42-dated pistol retain about 85-90% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, toning to gray on the gripstraps, spots of light wear to pewter on the barrel, and some scattered light handling marks and specks of pinprick pitting.

The small parts retain strong hot salt blue with the ejector toned to plum and showing light wear. The checkered walnut grips are in very good plus condition with a few chipped points of checkering and some mild wear, and both panels are numbered “57”. The factory markings are intact and largely crisp, the “(eagle) / 135” waffenamts and eagle firing proof on the receiver somewhat soft but still readily legible, and all the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blued-body bakelite-base magazine showing light operational wear and specks of oxidation, the left side fxo-coded and “(eagle) / 37” marked; the magazine is unnumbered. (14A11810-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1221. EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #16627, 38-55, 26” round barrel with a full magazine and a very good bore showing light oxidation but evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1896-made rifle have toned to a pewter-gunmetal patina with remnants of blue in the protected areas, strongest on the bolt and lever link, with some light handling marks, hints of pinprick pitting here and there, and some touches of freckling. The lever and hammer have also toned largely to gray but still show mellowed case-colors, the lever showing fine oxidation staining in spots. The straight grip walnut stock is in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished with the remnants of a couple light dings and a repaired large 3 1/4”chip at the toe, showing three filler spots and a small gap in the fitment to the steel buttplate, which shows a mottled patina. The buttstock exhibits some lovely grain figure along the right side up to the tip of the comb, and on the left side of the wrist. The forend is in very good plus condition with the remnants of light dings and handling marks consistent with its age. The proper two-line barrel address, caliber markings, and the serial number are all intact and clear, the tang markings concealed beneath the aperture rear sight. In addition to the aperture rear, the rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and the tang screws show some light slot wear. (14A11762-12) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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1222. AS-NEW RUGER OLD PERCUSSION REVOLVER

ARMY

serial #145-27596, .44 cal, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver remains as-new-in-box just as it shipped in late 1981, showing only perhaps a light storage mark with some of the blue toning lightly to plum. It retains the standard open sights and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the hinged yellow box and factory shipping box, both correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, as well as the manual, business reply card, and Ruger nipple wrench. This revolver was among the first to be serial prefixed alongside the stainless variants, the box denotes a .44 caliber chambering, and also included is a contemporary advertisement for Ruger’s Practical Holster. A complete and excellent example of these well-regarded percussion revolvers which have enjoyed substantial and continuing collector interest. (26A11663-2) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

1223. LOVELY ENGRAVED FOREHAND ARMS CO. 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #328562, 32 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few areas of scattered pitting and distinct rifling throughout. This lovely top-break retains 98% original nickel finish showing only a few scattered light handling marks, faint oxidation staining visible under direct light in the areas of loss, and shows handsome factory foliate scroll engraving throughout which remains crisp. The triggerguard retains generous blue on the sides with the underside toning to brown under direct light while the hammer has toned to a gunmetal patina showing flecks of light oxidation staining. The smooth genuine mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent overall, with slightly proud fit in a few areas and a few minor checks towards the heels of each panel. The ejector functions as it should with strong spring and snap and the barrel markings remain largely crisp and legible with a few letters having softened slightly. Timing and lockup appear sound and included is a hinged red box for a Forehand Arms 38 Double Action which remains in excellent overall condition showing only minimal edge wear and soiling with legible top and bottom end labels. A handsome and high-condition example made sweeter by its factory embellishments and is sure to please any top-break enthusiast. (26A10826-47) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1224. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #201161, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing pinprick pitting throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this Third Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, thinning slightly around the muzzle and showing scattered light handling marks with light oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a handsome smoky patina showing mild case-hardened colors and the triggerguard has toned to gunmetal showing remnants of original fading blue in the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap. Included is a period hinged brown cardboard box for the blued counterpart to this gun, which remains excellent with minimal soiling or edge wear. A handsome Third Model in an excellent state of condition. (26A10826-259) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1225. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #211602, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Fifth Model revolver retain 99% original nickel finish, showing only very light scattered handling marks with a few flecks of pinprick pitting on the sideplate and some minor clouding in the protected areas of the barrel rib. The rear sight latch and triggerguard retain 99% rich original blue thinning lightly on the belly of the triggerguard, and the trigger has toned to a handsome case-hardened patina. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing only minimal handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is the original hinged maroon box which rates excellent overall showing minimal soiling and light edge and corner wear. A truly lovely Fifth Model Safety Hammerless in a fine state of condition. (26A10826-658) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1226. SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #82528, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain 97% original blue, thinning intermittently throughout with scattered light high edge silvering and mild oxidation in the areas of loss. The trigger has toned to a smoky gunmetal patina and the checkered hard rubber grips remain largely excellent with the main apology being some panel-to-panel discoloration. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is the original hinged green cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the revolver, which remains in excellent overall condition showing only light soiling and edge wear. A truly lovely First Model for the collector. (26A10826268) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1227. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS BICYCLE REVOLVER serial #88040, 32 S&W, scarce 2” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few moderate pits towards the breech with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Model retain 90% original blue, showing scattered handling marks and high edge wear throughout, with the cylinder and grip safety toning largely to brown under direct light and oxidation staining in the areas of loss.

The trigger has toned to a handsome smoky gunmetal patina and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing only a few minor handling marks and some mild panel-to-panel discoloration. Timing and lockup are sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is a period hinged green cardboard box for the 3” counterpart to this revolver which remains excellent overall with minimal soiling or edge wear. A charming and mechanically tight 32 DA for the collector. (26A10826-654) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1228. EARLY SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #694, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright pitted bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, with scattered light handling marks, faint scattered bubbling, oxidation staining faintly in the areas of loss, and a small abrasion running down from the sideplate screw. The hammer has toned to a smoky gunmetal patina showing mild case-hardened colors, the topstrap cover plate which houses the “Z-bar” retains generous original blue, and the triggerguard has toned to gray showing some original blue in the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent overall showing a few minor handling marks and some panel-to-panel discoloration. Timing and lockup appear sound, and the ejector is functional though markedly sluggish.

This remains an overall high-condition First Model and a nice example of an early 38 “lemon squeezer.” (26A10826-613) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1229. SMITH & WESSON PERFECTED MODEL REVOLVER serial #34649, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a bright pitted bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain 98% original nickel finish with clouding along the gripstrap and flanks of the barrel, showing minimal handling wear, a few small areas of scattered bubbling, and the faintest glimpses of oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent overall condition with the main apology being a small impression on the left panel. Timing and lockup remain excellent, the lifting latch and thumb switch remain smooth and functional, and ejector function remains robust with strong spring and snap. This example bears a barrel address marking with a 1914-patent date and remains in excellent overall condition. A handsome example for the Smith & Wesson enthusiast. (26A10826-252) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1230. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DERINGER serial #19, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores showing a few negligible flecks of frosting and pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Type II deringer retain 98% original nickel finish with light operational wear, some clouding throughout, a few scattered light handling marks, and perhaps the odd fleck of minute oxidation staining. The small parts retain generous original fire blue on some of the faces and in protected areas with the balance toning to a smoky gunmetal patina. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only light handling wear and softening relative to their age. The gun locks up securely with mild play and appears to function well mechanically. A lovely low-number 95 Deringer in a fine state of condition. (26A10826-179) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1231. EARLY REMINGTON OVER UNDER DERINGER serial #673, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores showing only a few scattered specks of pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Type 1 deringer retain about 50% original nickel finish showing cloudiness in the covered areas and toning to a brown patina in the areas of loss with scattered pinprick pits and oxidation staining throughout. The small parts have toned largely to a smoky gunmetal patina showing light oxidation staining throughout with the sides of the hammer showing handsome case-hardened colors. The smooth rosewood grip panels remain excellent for their age showing only minimal handling wear and a few small areas of missing finish. Lever operation and lockup remain robust and the gun displays only minimal play. This is a mechanically sound and slightly salty Type 1 and is an early example of these popular double deringers. (26A10826-173) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1232. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #171, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with “first production” patent dates and a bright very good bore showing a few scattered pits with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish showing some intermittent cloudiness with scattered light bubbling, flaking, and handling wear, with the main apology being a small impression on the right side of the barrel nearer the muzzle. The trigger has toned to a smoky case-hardened patina and the triggerguard has toned largely to gunmetal showing some mottling under direct light and retaining handsome original blue in some of the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grip panels remain excellent overall showing minimal handling wear and some mild discoloration under direct light. Timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector remains functional if not sluggish, and the grip safety appears to function as it should. A high condition and low-numbered First Model.

(26A10826-608) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1233. LOVELY REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #733, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near-excellent bores showing light frosting in the bottom and a few mild pits in the top with strong rifling in both.

The metal surfaces of this deringer retain 99% original nickel finish showing some intermittent bubbling most noticeably around the grips, pins, and high edges, with minimal handling wear and a few small flecks of loss nearer the muzzle on the right side. The hammer, trigger, lever, and extractor have begun to tone to a smoky gunmetal retaining lots of handsome fire blue, strongest on the lever, sides of the hammer, and flat plane of the extractor.

The smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent, with three small checks running out from the screw escutcheon on the right panel and a generally shy fit throughout both panels, but with minimal handling wear. The gun locks up tightly and appears to function well mechanically, with the hinge remaining robust, the extractor functioning smoothly, and the barrel displaying a later “long-line” address. A lovely and highcondition double deringer. (26A10826-172) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

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1234. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #50756, 22 RF, 2 11/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting concentrated nearer the breech with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Issue have toned almost entirely to a gunmetal patina, showing vestiges of waning silver only in the protected areas of the barrel rib with scattered pinprick pitting throughout and some areas toning to brown under direct light, most chiefly on the ejector rod. The revolver is embellished with handsome New York-style foliate scroll engraving along the flanks and cylinder, nicely bordering the barrel address, with the top and gripstraps showing intertwined linework and foliate flourish on the rear and belly; the toe of the gripframe shows a period-added decorative notch. The smooth ivory grip panels remain quite fine, yellowing attractively throughout with a minor darkened check at the heel of the left panel and a well-executed 1/2" synthetic repair to the heel of the right. The factory markings remain crisp and timing and lockup appear sound with the gun showing no discernible play. A finely aged Third Issue. (26B10826-505) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1235. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE WITH CHICAGO RETAILER MARKING serial #103922, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore with a ring of pinprick pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. This Third Issue retains 98-99% original nickel finish, showing very light handling wear with some minute scattered bubbles here or there, the only notable loss around the hinge with the exposed areas showing light oxidation staining. The trigger remains quite bright and the hammer has toned to a smoky patina showing a mix of brown and case-hardened colors. The left side of the frame bears the retailer marking of Chicago’s E. E. Eaton’s Gun House, remaining crisp with only slight softening of a few characters, and the smooth ivory grip panels remain pristine, toning to handsome caramel with the only apology being some slight shyness at the top of the right panel. Included is a period chamois purse holster which rates very good plus, with one of the clasps being lost to time and the textiles showing only light soiling and fray. A fine Chicago-retailed Third Issue.

(26B10826-478) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1236. RANDALL MODEL 12-11 BRASS BACK SMITHSONIAN BOWIE This bowie measures 16 1/8” overall with a 11” tool steel blade equipped with a 4 7/8” sharpened false edge and brass back top edge. The blade remains unsharpened, bright and the brass back has a few shallow dings along the edges. The brass double lug hilt, scalloped collar and flanged buttcap have a nicely tarnished patina and the commando shaped rosewood handle remains excellent and features an oval nickel silver monogram plate. There is no sheath present. A lovely 1960’s era brass back Randall. (5A10064-1-20) (1200/1800)

1237. RANDALL MODEL 12-13 BRASS BACK RAYMOND THORPE BOWIE This large bowie measures 18 3/8” overall with a 13” tool steel blade equipped with a 5 1/2” sharpened false edge and brass back top. The blade remains unsharpened, bright and the brass back shows some tiny storage marks. The brass double lug hilt, scalloped collar and flanged buttcap have mellowed slightly with some minute surface marks and fine tarnish primarily on the hilt. The commando shaped antique gold micarta handle remains excellent having a lovely rich color. There is no sheath present.

A fabulous example of these longer Randal bowies. (5A10064-1-21) (1200/1800)

1238. RANDALL MODELL 12-11 CONFEDERATE BOWIE This Randall measures 16 1/4” overall with a 10 7/8” tool steel blade equipped with a 4 1/8” sharpened false edge. The blade remains unsharpened and bright with a few pin size freckles along the obverse bevel. The double lug hilt has a pleasing brass patina and the exposed nut Duralumin buttcap remains bright. The commando shaped stacked leather washer handle remains excellent centered between red, black, and white spacers. There is no sheath present. An excellent condition Randall bowie without the standard six year wait. (5A10064-1-22) (700/900)

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1239. RANDALL SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 12-11 SMITHSONIAN BOWIE This bowie measures 16 1/8” overall with a 10 7/8” tool steel blade equipped with a 4 7/8” sharpened false edge.

The blade remains unsharpened and bright and the brass double lug hilt, scalloped collar and flanged buttcap have softened to bright goldenrod. The commando shaped walnut handle remains excellent with a tiny blemish or two and is centered between thin black fiber spacers. Included is a Sullivans Gutcher black crocodile sheath with gloss black snap. A fabulous Randall Smithsonian bowie. (5A10064-1-23) (1000/1500)

1240. RANDALL SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 13-12 ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK This larger Arkansas Toothpick measures 17” overall with a 11 7/8” double edge tool steel blade. The blade remains unsharpened and bright and the brass forward curved hilt, scalloped collar and scalloped flanged buttcap remain bright with tiny marks along some of the edges. The commando shaped walnut handle remains in excellent condition showing nice flowing grain and is centered between black fiber spacers. Included is a Sullivans Gutcher brown crocodile sheath with gloss black snap. A lovely Randall Made Toothpick with nice special features. (5A10064-1-24) (1200/1800)

1241. RANDALL MODEL 1-7 ALLPURPOSE FIGHTING KNIFE This special order fighter measures 11 3/4” overall with a 7” tool steel blade equipped with a 3 1/8” sharpened false edge. The blade remains unsharpened and bright as does the nickel silver double hilt and buttcap.

The hilt and buttcap are Ron Skaggs engraved with floral scroll, blossoms, and is signed “SKAGGS” on the tip of the lower quillon. The rosewood handle remains excellent having a deep rich color and is centered between red, white, and black spacers. Included is a smooth Model A leather sheath with stone in pocket and Randall Made marked snaps.

An attractive All-Purpose Fighter with some special added features. (5A10064-1-25) (800/1200)

1242. WEATHERBY MARK V WEATHERMARK BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #SS012694, 300 Wby Mag, 26” barrel with an excellent bore. The matte stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with a few light handling marks. The bolt body ribs remain bright and the underside of the handle is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The black composite checkered Monte Carlo stock rates excellent with a few light handling marks. There are no provisions for open sights, but the receiver is tapped for mounts and included are a set of Leupold 1” satin nickel rings and two-piece bases. This is an excellent example of these quality large game rifles ideal for inclement weather environments and is ready for your choice of quality optics. (4A11723-8) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1243. WEATHERBY MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #H146013, 257 Wby Mag, 24” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few very light handling marks. The bolt body remains bright and is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock rates excellent with a few very light handling marks. The stock features the factory rosewood forend tip and gripcap and is equipped with the ventilated recoil pad. There are no provisions for open sights, but the receiver is tapped and included are a set of Redfield two-piece bases and Leupold 1” rings. An excellent condition example in a terrific caliber awaiting your choice of fine optics. (4A11718-4) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1244. WEATHERBY MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #H61946, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue with some light handling marks and some light edge and operational wear. The bolt body remains mostly bright and is numbered to the rifle. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock rates near excellent with some light dings and small handling marks and a few small flakes to the factory lacquer finish. The stock features a rosewood forend tip and diamond inlaid gripcap, swivel studs, and a factory vented recoil pad. The rifle is equipped with a raised ramp-style sporting front sight with hood and a folding rear sight mounted to a raised block. The receiver is tapped for mounts and included are a set of twopiece bases and 1” scope rings. This is a terrific example of these classic hunting rifles. (4A11690-12) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1245. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY INC. M1A SOCOM SEMI-AUTO CARBINE

serial #496351, 308 Win, 16 1/4" barrel with muzzlebrake and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original parkerized finish with some light handling marks. The American walnut stock and brown composite handguard rate excellent with a few light handling marks. Carbine is equipped with its original GI-style sights and a picatinny-style forward scout mount for optics. Included is a factory black nylon tactical style soft case which contains the factory leather sling and two detachable magazines. This is an excellent example of these popular urban tactical rifles. (4A11708-3) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1246. BROWNING AUTO 5 SWEET SIXTEEN SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN serial #S22045, 16 ga (2 3/4"), 28” ventilated rib barrel choked modified with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1954-vintage shotgun retain about 99% original blue toning to brown with a few handling marks scattered about. The bolt remains bright and the trigger retains nearly all of its original gold finish. The receiver and triggerguard feature the factory foliate pattern scroll engraving. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate near excellent with a few light handling marks, showing evidence of light cleaning with an added oil finish. The buttstock retains its original hard rubber buttplate. The rib is fitted with a single silver bead front sight. The action appears to function correctly and overall this is a fine example of these desirable Belgian-made sporting shotguns. (4A11523-5) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1247. BERETTA MODEL A400 XPLOR SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN

serial #XA145072, 28 ga, 28” ventilated rib Optimachoke HP barrel with an as-new, unfired bore. The barrel and bolt retain 99% plus original blue and the receiver retains all of its original bronzed finish. The checkered walnut stocks rate excellent with some very nice grain figure and a few light handling marks. The rib is equipped with a single bead sight and the barrel retains the factory blue plastic Beretta sleeve.

Included are the outer shipping sleeve and factory hard case which contains the manual, forend weights, factory oil, choke wrench and four choke tubes: full, modified, and cylinder, and a Briley ISK choke. This is a lovely, lightweight smallbore sporting shotgun in as-new condition. (4A11717-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1248. RUGER M77 BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #72-60967, 270 Win, 22” barrel with pre-warning, single line address and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks, and the receiver has toned to a rich Ruger plum hue. The bolt body remains bright and the underside is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The checkered American walnut stock rates excellent with a few very light handling marks. There are no provisions for open sights, but the receiver is factory grooved for mounts.

A set of 1” factory rings and a leather sling are included. This is an excellent example of the Mark I series rifles with the top-tang safety that was built in 1977. (4A10690-16) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1249. RUGER NO.1-A FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #132-67585, 30-06, 22” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue with the sides of the frame factory engraved featuring the Ruger emblem in center bordered by foliate patterns. The sides of the block remain bright and all the factory markings remain crisp. The checkered American walnut stocks rate excellent and have just a few light handling marks. The stocks feature some lovely figure and have an Alexander Henry style forearm and a capped pistolgrip buttstock with solid red recoil pad. The original sights and the factory quarter rib with integral bases remain intact. Included is the original factory box which contains the manual and a set of detachable sling swivels. The white box has some minor staining but remains intact. This is a near-new example of these fine single-shot sporting rifles. (4A11770-24) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1250. WINCHESTER MODEL 70 SAFARI EXPRESS LEFT HAND RIFLE

serial #G377950, 375 H&H, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue with some light handling and operational wear. The bolt body is nicely jeweled and remains bright.

The checkered pistolgrop walnut stock rates excellent with a few light handling marks and features dual magnum crossbolts, a right side cheek rest, and a sold recoil pad. Rifle is equipped with a Super Grade rear swivel and Express front swivel, the original Express-style sights including the front sight hood, and is tapped for mounts. A set of Weaver scope mounts are included.

This is a perfect dangerous game rifle for the south-paw shooter. (4A11757-62) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1251. CUSTOM MAUSER MODEL 3000L LEFT-HAND BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #94670, 340 Wby Mag, 26” premium Douglas compensated barrel dated “4.8.79” with a 1-10” twist rate and a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue with some light handling marks, a few light specks of surface oxidation scattered throughout, and some fading along the bottom metal that is flaking to gray. The bolt body remains mostly bright with some light gray and brown freckling and the bolt is numbered to the rifle. The rifle is stocked in a custom McMillan left-hand sporting style fiberglass stock that features a textured black finish and a solid recoil pad. The stock rates near excellent with a few small chips and flakes to the finish. The rifle is sighted with a Swift 4-12X50 riflescope mounted to the receiver via a set of Weaver bases and Millett scope rings. The wide-angle scope features a duplex reticle with bright, clear optics. This is a terrific large game sporting rifle benefiting from a premium light weight stock that is ideal for rough terrain. (4A9949-185) {MODERN} [Dr. James D. Morgan Collection] (1000/1500)

1252. RUGER M77-V BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #74-28064, 280 Rem, 24” heavy barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue with the receiver and bolt handle toning to plum, the bolt remaining mostly bright with its underside electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The factory markings remain crisp. The checkered American walnut stock rates excellent featuring swivel studs, a capped pistolgrip, and red recoil pad. There are no provisions for open sights but the barrel and front receiver ring are tapped for mounts and the receiver is grooved for rings.

This is a like-new example of these popular tang safety variants that was manufactured in 1980. (4A11792-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1253. REMINGTON MODEL 81 WOODSMASTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE WITH KRIEGER CONVERSION

serial #46381, 35 Rem, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this February 1949 datecoded rifle retain about 97% original blue with scattered fine oxidation, handling marks and light high edge wear. The bolt is a pewter gunmetal gray with overall fine oxidation staining and the safety lever has an added bead of metal likely to make it more user friendly as it does not appear to be a repair. The front face of the triggerguard has been converted to accept a detachable magazine and the smooth pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate about very good as lightly cleaned with overall handling marks and an added finish. The aluminum buttplate is intact and the rifle is sighted with an added Lyman tang sight and raised bead front sight. The rear sight has been removed and a blank added in its place. A fine large caliber semi-auto rifle with Krieger conversion that appears to function well mechanically. These conversions were advertised in the NRA’s American Rifleman magazine in the early 50’s. Included is a single four round modified factory magazine.

(10A11696-6) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1254. MARLIN MODEL 1893 SADDLE RING CARBINE serial #A7691, 30-30 Win, 20” Special Smokeless Steel barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, magazine tube, barrel bands, loading gate and carbine-style buttplate retain 93-95% original blue show light freckling, minor handling marks, and spots of thinning to a pewter gray with high edge wear most noticeable at the buttplate. The action shows vibrant case-hardened colors with the lever more of a smoky gray with scattered tiny specks of fine oxidation staining. The saddle ring is no longer present and the standard carbine sights are intact. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend rate very good plus as lightly cleaned with a few minor handling marks visible under an added layer of finish. The action of this handsome carbine cycles smoothly and is in a very versatile chambering. (10A115361) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1255. GERMAN M40 STAHLHELM WITH SS RUNES A rolled-rim steel helmet with embossed vent holes, field gray paint, and a worn white shield decal with remnants of SS runes on the right side. The decal is worn but enough detail remains to determine that the emblem is likely authentic. The paint finish is multilayered and features field gray on the surface with a brown ochre patina on the undersurface. The top of the dome is dented with a small hole and a 3” hairline crack that extends toward the front. The interior face of the skirt is Quist marked “Q66” on the left side and “334” at the rear with the initials “A.L.” in white paint. The size 56 lining rates very good, showing age patina and scuffing at the rims but no fraying, cracking, separation, or loss. The original chinstrap has been lost to the years and in its place is a tan elastic strap. A distinctive SS artifact in fine condition. (28A11059-25) (1200/1800)

1256. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH BOX serial #107471, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original nickel finish showing a few small flakes to brown along the cylinder and scattered light handling marks. The triggerguard and latch retain a similar amount of original bright blue showing a few errant freckles and the trigger shows somewhat muted but strong case-hardened colors. All markings remain crisp and clear and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks along the edges. Their fit is perfect and the left panel retains a nice patent date along the bottom edge. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included pebbled red paper-covered box remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some mild edge wear and light handling marks. The correct orange end label is also near excellent and the pencil number on the base is extremely faded and difficult to discern. There are some antique ink markings on the base that are somewhat mysterious “go ss / gi ss” and the interior lid label is very fine.

A wonderful boxed New Departure revolver. (13B11789-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

1257. FACTORY ENGRAVED FRANCHI OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #90255S, 12 ga, 30” ventilated rib barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard, forend iron, and small parts of this 1970 date-coded Italian shotgun retain about 97% original blue with the top lever toning to an attractive plum patina, and unobtrusive plum-toned streaks along the barrels which are only noticeable under bright direct light. The frame, triggerguard, and top lever are profusely engraved with foliate scroll interspersed with dragons and other mythical creatures emerging from the foliage embellishments. The right side of the barrel is import-marked by Stoeger.

The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate excellent with crisp edges to the stock cheeks and drop points and sharp checkering, and the buttstock displays a small amount of lateral play. The factory recoil pad providing a 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 3/8” and 1 3/4”.

There are two screw-filled holes in both sides of the center rib and another in the toe line of the buttstock. The action is bit sluggish and the trigger does not always reset properly. The barrels lock up tightly and on-face with the top lever right of center and are sighted with a white Bradley-style bead. An ornate and attractive Franchi competition-style shotgun. (23B11411-23) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1258. SIEGFRIED GUNTHER “TRIUMPF” SCALLOPED BOXLOCK OVER UNDER SHOTGUN serial #346, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 27 1/2” Krupp Laufstahl barrels choked modified in both with bright near excellent bores showing a little subtle frosting or stubborn fouling. The barrels of this October 1936 proof-dated shotgun retain about 95% original blue showing some subtle thinning or toning under bright light and a few small spots of wear on the left side.

The action retains about 95% lovely vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little scattered fine oxidation speckling that is very minor and some drifting to silvery gray along the triggerguard and lower tang. The action is lightly and tastefully embellished with simple line borders and filigree scroll, the bottom of the action marked “ORIGINAL SIEGFRIED / MIT / EINABZUG TRIUMPF”. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock, forend and side panels remain in very fine condition, the only real apology being a few areas a little shy where the buttstock meets the action and a thin 1” chip along the bottom edge of the right stock flat. The checkering remains strong, the left-side European cheekpiece is well-defined and the wood shows some lovely grain figure throughout. The buttstock is fitted with a solid red rubber pad and black spacers providing a 14 1/8” length-of-pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. The barrels are marked for 70mm shells and the shotgun is equipped with sling swivels, cocking indicator pins, non-automatic safety, single mechanical trigger and is sighted with a small celluloid mid-bead and medium brass bead front. Barrels lock up solid on-face with top lever resting about center and the ejectors are robust and in-time. Weight is 6 lbs. 13 oz. An attractive pre-war over under. (13B11506-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1259. HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON U.S.R.A. MODEL 195 SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #2115, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 195 shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing light edge wear, very light freckling, and a few handling marks. The checkered one-piece factory walnut grips rate near excellent showing light handling marks on the butt. The barrel and top latch are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, it has the rectangular ejector, elevation adjustable undercut Patridge front sight, fully adjustable rear sight, and serrated target trigger. The barrel pivot screw shows slight slot damage although the rest of the screws are clean. The pistol includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, spare checkered factory grip, and handmade holster. The box rates poor with all the corners failed and the sides flare outward, the label is legible but the period repair cellophane tape over it has severely yellowed. The spare grips have been moderately modified with a file, coarse checkering added to the backstrap, and ad-hoc finger and thumb rest cut into it. The black leather custom open top holster rates excellent. The U.S.R.A. was precision built under the watchful eye of Walter Roper to win matches. (8A11482-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1260. CUSTOM D.C. INDUSTRIES NDS-4 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE

serial #252832, 7.62x39mm, 16 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore showing light oxidation and light pitting in the otherwise strong rifling. This Yugoslavian M70AB2 clone was assembled by respected gunsmith Ken Kubin of Global Military Gunsmithing with an all-matching 1984-dated parts kit and a D.C. Industries NDS-4 1.5mm receiver with custom date and serial number which match the trunnion. The receiver retains about 99% maker blue while the balance of metal surfaces retain about 80% original blue with wear to plum brown and gray patina on the receiver cover and underfolding stock, high edge wear, and scattered spots of light pitting and light oxidation. The Tapco piston is bright and the bolt and bolt carrier remain mostly bright with areas of pinprick pitting and oxidation staining. The grooved black synthetic pistolgrip rates near excellent with a few light handling marks and the hardwood handguards rate very good plus with some expected minor dings and handling marks from military service. The left side of the rear sight block is marked “ZASTAVA-KRAGUJEVAC / YUGOSLAVIA” and the trunnion bears “M70 AB2. / 1984” and the serial number. The carbine features flip-up night sights which no longer glow, a folding grenade sight, cleaning rod, Tapco G2 trigger group, and a slant muzzle device. Also included is a correct Yugoslavian bolt hold open magazine, and a sling. A nice M70AB2 clone with the desirable “battlefield pickup” look. (23A11634-8) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1261. HAMMERLI-TANNER 300 METER BOLT ACTION FREE RIFLE

serial #300-247, 7.5 Swiss, 29 1/2" heavy barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this single shot rifle with straight pull bolt retain about 95% original thinning blue with areas of mottled patina on the top of the barrel. The heavy hardwood target stock rates very good with moderate handling marks and flakes in the finish. The pistolgrip thumbhole stock is setup with a raised left-side cheekpiece and an adjustable buttplate which wears a Pachmayr Sure Grip rifle butt pad and provides a 14" length of pull to the adjustable trigger, housed in an aluminum triggerguard. The stock also features a full length accessory rail under the heavy target forend. This rifle is equipped with a globe front sight with target insert; no rear sight is present but the barrel features two target blocks awaiting your choice of competition optics. (21A11739-118) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection] (1000/1500)

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1262. GERMAN SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY ROBERT SCHULER

serial #1058, 16 ga (2 1/2”), 29 1/2” Krupp-stahl barrels choked modified and full with bright very fine bores showing some scattered stubborn fouling. The barrels retain about 75% original blue showing scattered surface oxidation, light handling marks and toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The barrel rib is nicely matted and the barrels show strong “ROBERT SCHULER / COLN A. RH.” markings. The action retains about 80% original rust blue with high edge wear and toning to mild gray patina under bright light showing some light border embellishments and floral motifs around the screw heads, the top surfaces matted and also with nice arcaded fences. The horn triggerguard is in fine condition and the shotgun is equipped with an interesting steel pistolgrip cap marked “SCHLOSS WACHENDORF / POST ANTWEILER , BEZ. COLN” surrounding the Mallinckrodt family coat of arms. Preliminary research indicates that Wachendorf Castle, southwest of Cologne, was acquired by a member of the prominent Mallinckrodt family around 1896. The checkered walnut stock and splinter forend remain in about very fine condition showing an old light cleaning with scattered light dings and handling marks, the end of the butt with some darkened areas of mild oxidation leaching. The horn forend tip is intact and the stock features left-side shadowline cheekpiece and heel and toe plates that show some old oxidation. Length-of-pull is 14 1/2” with drops of 1 5/8” and 3”, cast is neutral. The gun is equipped with sling swivels, silver bead front sight, non-automatic safety double triggers and cocking indicator pins, and weight is 6 lbs. 3 oz. The gun features sideclips and locks up solid via dual under-bites and Greener crossbolt showing a faint sliver of light at the breech, the top lever a touch left-of-center. The left ejector will require some mechanical attention as it is out of time and sometimes trips when the gun has not been fired. The right seems to function well. An interesting German double, perhaps brought back from the grounds of Castle Wachendorf by an enterprising GI. (13B11778-20) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1263. COLT GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #70N74590, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. This series 70 started life in 1979 as blue Gold Cup and was later refinished with some form of industrial hard chrome. The metal surfaces retain about 99% hard chrome finish with few minor handling marks. The grips are nice executed replacement double diamond checkered walnut by an unknown maker that rate excellent. The pistol features a hard chromed Patridge front sight, Elliason black blade fully adjustable rear sight, skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop and serrated flat mainspring housing. The pistol includes a single Colt-marked stainless steel magazine with blue Shooting Star replacement follower. The pistol also includes a spare Gold Cup sear, sear depressor and sear depressor spring. This gun should be about as weather proof as you can get a firearm, save for a few parts. (8A11739-143) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1264. CUSTOM COLT NEW SERVICE REVOLVER serial #334464, 38 Special, 6" barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely New Service revolver remains in fine condition and is equipped with what is best described as a lightweight skeletonized speed hammer for target shooting. The metal surfaces of this 1932 manufactured revolver retain about 96% original blue showing the heaviest loss to silvering at the muzzle along with high edge wear, a few scattered scratches, and a turn ring on the cylinder. The walnut grips were custom made by an unknown maker. The grips incorporate a filler behind the triggerguard and partial diamond checkering. The completed portions of checkering are fairly well executed but fade to smooth on the upper portions of each panel with uneven and incomplete patterns on both panels. They rate about very good with a 5/8" long deep scratch on the left panel along with scattered light dings and dents. The hammer modification was professionally done with a portion cut away between the arched back and pivot hole, the notch between the hammer face and spur was deepened, then the spur was thinned, reshaped and checkered. The action is very smooth and sure to delight the dedicated wheel-gun shooter. A very nice New Service probably built during the golden age of Bullseye shooting. (A11739-153) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1265. SMITH & WESSON "THE .357 MAGNUM 50TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE" REVOLVER serial #REG0013, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. This fine tribute to the magnum revolver that started it all has Roy Jinks special factory number and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue with a faint turn ring on the cylinder. The .400" serrated target trigger and .500" target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent. The right side of the barrel is gold filled, engraved "50th Anniversary / S&W 357 Magnum" flanked by "1935 and 1985". The sideplate has a few sprigs of gold filled loose scroll engraving flanking "The / First / Magnum / April 8, 1935". The gun features a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade adjustable rear sight. The revolver is displayed in a hardwood presentation case with a S&W logo etched into the cover and a brass plate marked "The First Magnum / 50th Anniversary / 1935 – 1985". The French fitted case rates excellent with a few light handling marks. The case is lined with blue crushed velvet and has a certificate displayed on the inside of the cover. This certificate gives the particulars on the revolver like the originals did, the ammunition and hold used to sight in the gun, plus it lists the owner as Roy G. Jinks. Only 2,501 guns were made in 1985. This gun has a low serial number and remains as new in the box. (8A11739-156) {C&R} [Former Roy Jinks Collection] (1500/2000)

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1266. WALTHER MODEL GSP TARGET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #101170, 32 S&W Long Wadcutter, 4 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this sophisticated target pistol retain about 99% original satin blue finish with scattered high edge wear and scratches. The textured single palmswell right handed walnut factory target grip with finger rest, thumb rest and adjustable palm rest rate about excellent with light soiling and handling marks. The pistol features interchangeable Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight and removable barrel assembly allowing conversion to 22 LR using a separate barrel assembly and magazine. This lovely GSP includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, (3) factory magazines, spare unmarked trigger assembly, multitool, numerous unmarked spare parts such as: recoil spring, rear sight slides, front sights, screws, ejectors, charging handles and others. Also included are a factory manual, test target numbered to the gun with impressive 25-meter group, schematic of the pistol and other paperwork. A precision shooting machine for the serious target shooter. Also see a Model GSP 22 LR conversion kit listed as the following lot.

(8A11739-162) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1267. SIGARMS MODEL 556 CLASSIC 17 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #JS001659, 5.56X45mm NATO, 16'' barrel with an excellent bore. The all steel metal surfaces retain about 97% original tan finish with scratches mostly on the upper receiver in addition to other light handling marks. The non-adjustable factory synthetic folding buttstock with hard rubber buttplate rate very good to excellent with light handling marks. The grooved synthetic forend rates excellent. The rifle has a number of features including: diopter rear sight, globe front sight with post, A2 style flash suppressor, grooved synthetic pistolgrip with storage compartment, two position gas system, AK-47 style magazine release, ambidextrous safety and Picatinny style rail on the upper receiver to name a few. The rifle includes a 20-round clear polymer factory magazine ink marked ''BPD SWAT'', 30-round clear polymer factory magazine and Sig-marked cheek riser with added punisher skull decals. A nice Sig rifle ready for your next tactical shoot. (8A11739-124) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1268. KIMBER SUPER CARRY ULTRA+ SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #KU266798, 45 ACP, 3 1/8” bull barrel with an excellent bore. The slide retains about 99% black Kimpro II finish, the frame and small parts also retain about 99% silver Kimpro II finish. The checkered laminate grips are about excellent, this pistol appears to be in as-new condition. The mainspring housing has been rounded for comfort and to mitigate printing, the top of the slide, the slide serrations and mainspring housing have been textured in a scallop pattern, the thumb safety is ambidextrous and the three-dot night sights glow a bright green. The gun comes in a factory hard case with manual and other related paperwork. (11739-114) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1269. KIMBER MASTER CARRY CUSTOM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #K478505, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. The slide surfaces retain about 99% Kimpro II finish, the slide is black and the frame and moving parts are matte silver. The gray and black laminate Crimson Trace grips are about excellent, they are uniquely patterned and the red dot is bright, there is an on/off toggle switch on the left grip panel and the laser is pressure activated, the small “Danger” laser stickers are present on the right of the frame and slide. The Tritium night sights glow bright green, the mainspring housing is rounded and the trigger is adjustable. Included is a factory hard case with related paperwork, laser manual and laser adjustment tools. (11739-115) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1270. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 57 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N300150, 41 Magnum, 6” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely revolver remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing slight edge wear, mostly on the right side of the muzzle, and light handling marks.

The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips rate excellent showing a few scattered light handling marks, they feature S&W medallions and extractor cut. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. The 41 Magnum has always had a small cult following and the Model 57 was always a very desirable version of this often neglected cartridge. (8A11739-46) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

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1271. AS-NEW SIG SAUER P320 SPECTRE COMP BLACKOUT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #58J509085, 9mm, 4 1/2” threaded barrel with a pristine bore. This arm is as-new-in-box, dealer stock, factory fired only, and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. Sig Custom Works designed this Spectre Comp Blackout to be the pinnacle of feature-rich performance pistols. The pistol is equipped with an exclusive laser-engraved TXG Tungsten-infused grip module coated in Cerakote Elite Series Blackout, a removeable single-port compensator, Custom Works Spectre optic-ready slide, XSeries flat skeleton trigger, XRay3 day/night sights, removable flared magazine well, and includes two factory 21-round magazines. Also included is the factory plastic hard case, Sig Custom Works challenge coin, certificate of authenticity, manual and paperwork and cable lock with keys. The action of this top-of-the-line P320 appears to function well mechanically. (23A11739-52) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1272. COLT ARGENTINE CONTRACT MODEL 1927 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #6235, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore showing evident rifling. This pistol shows use over the years and has been arsenal refurbished. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal restored blue, most of the loss to varying degrees of high edge wear, the straps toning to a mix of pewter and brown, handling marks, and some previous pitting under the new finish. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate fair to good showing moderate to sometimes heavy diamond point wear, and handling marks. This pistol has features found on the vaunted Model 1911A1 such as a half-moon front sight, “U” notch rear sight; short, checkered trigger, long grip safety, and it appears to function mechanically. It is correctly serial numbered on the frame under the arched mainspring housing, it bears the model number and Argentine crest on the right side of the slide, and the Colt address on the left side of the slide. The pistol includes a single seven-round Argentine contract magazine that is numbered to another gun. A very good example of the Government Model supplied to fulfill early contract requirements before Argentina started manufacture of the pistol. (8B11739-54) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1273. SIG SAUER CUSTOM WORKS P320 XCOMPACT SPECTRE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #58H294505, 9mm, 3 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol is asnew-in-box, dealer stock, factory fired only, and may have small rack or handling marks only. This Sig Custom Works gun features a factory stainless steel slide with an antiqued finish. The polymer frame remains in excellent condition and features LXG laser engraved texturing and can be interchanged with other size grip frames. A few features of this gun include X-Ray 3 day / night sights that glow brightly, X-Series straight trigger, “X” pattern lightening cuts on the slide, ambidextrous slide stop, accessory rail, flared magazine well, and appears to function mechanically. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of ten-round magazines, custom challenge coin, certificate of authenticity, cable lock with a pair of keys, and paperwork. An excellent gun for a variety of shooting and self-defense needs.

(8A11739-56) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1274. SCARCE AND EXCELLENT CZ 2075 BD RAMI SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #C704429, 9mm, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this always difficult to source and now factory discontinued sub-compact pistol retain about 99% plus original black polycoat finish and the barrel retains about 99% original blue with a touch of light operational wear on the chamber of the barrel. The factory checkered rubber grips rate excellent. The pistol is equipped with no-snag photoluminescent night sights which glow strongly, and a frame mounted decocking-only lever. It includes the factory hard case, manual, paperwork, 2018-dated factory test target, sight adjustment tool, bore brush, cleaning rod, cable lock with keys, and one factory 10-round magazine, and one factory 14-round magazine. A like-new-in-box example of these popular and uncommon CZ-75 variants which is sure to only increase in value. (23B11739-14) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1275. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1913 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #6733, 35 S&W Auto, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This Type 7 pistol remains in excellent condition overall. The pistol retains about 99% original blue showing light edge wear and a few insignificant handling marks. The smooth walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions they rate excellent with scattered light handling marks, and are numbered to the gun. This gun features fixed sights, rotary safety on the backstrap, grip safety on the frontstrap, slide release button on the slide to disconnect it from the mainspring, and it appears to function mechanically. It includes a single unmarked factory seven-round magazine. Smith & Wesson later redesigned this gun into a more streamline pistol in a more readily available cartridge. An excellent example of a later Model 1913.

(8B11739-16) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1276. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66-3 “CRITICAL MOMENT” FROM THE TWELVE SERIES OF DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVERS serial #BEW0522, 357 Magnum, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. In 1990 Smith & Wesson manufactured a series of revolvers for Ellett Bros. of Chapin, South Carolina. There would be 500 manufactured each month themed on different S&W advertisement from years past. The April edition was based on the “Critical Moment” advertisement showing a cowpoke trapped under his steed revolver in hand and aimed at a Texas Longhorn steer staring at him menacingly and preparing to continue the attack. The sideplate is laser engraved with this scene and is marked “486 of 500” while the right side of the barrel is marked in bold letters “CRITICAL MOMENT”. The revolver appears as-new-in-box, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent. This edition was equipped with a .400” semi-target serrated trigger, .500” target hammer, and they retain full hard chrome finish. The smooth goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, are cut for speedloaders, and remain in wonderful condition. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. The revolver includes the factory two piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. Originally these guns were to be sold by subscription although the full collection of 500 revolvers for each month was never completed due to a parting of business relationship and it is not known exactly how many of each were completed. At 500 guns each month they remain a scarce commodity and desirable collectible. (8B11739-15) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

1277. EXCELLENT RUGER GUNSITE SCOUT BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #680-43472, 308 Win, 16” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original matte blue with a scattered light handling mark or two. The bolt is bright and is numbered to the rifle. The black and gray checkered laminated hardwood stock rates as-new with the Gunsite Academy logo laser etched on the bottom of the grip. The rifle is factory equipped with a flash hider and optic rail on the barrel, and includes the factory box, factory 10-round steel magazine, factory 3-round polymer magazine, lock, manual, and paperwork. (23A11739-65) {MODERN} (1000/1200)

1278. HIGH STANDARD SUPERMATIC TROPHY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #1186399, 22 LR, 6 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 103 series pistol retain 99% high gloss blue "Trophy" finish with a few light scratches and spots of hardened oil staining along the grip line. The trigger and slide stop retain near all of their gold finish and most of the lettering retains its gold color. The pistol features a Patridge-style front sight, adjustable rear sight, muzzle brake, and the barrel has been prepped for weights however none are provided. The checkered walnut thumb rest grips with gold medallions rate excellent with a couple of very minor handling marks and crisp points remaining.

A single factory 10 round magazine is included. (10A11739-146) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1279. RUGER SR-556 SEMI-AUTO CARBINE serial #590-05378, 5.56 NATO, 16 1/8” chrome-lined barrel with a 1:9 twist and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original gray Parkerized and black hard coat anodized finishes with some minor copper fouling around the slots of the factory flash hider and a few light handling marks on the high edges. The Ruger-branded Hogue rubberized pistolgrip and M4-style buttstock rate excellent. The carbine features an adjustable piston gas system, chromed bolt and bolt carrier, Picatinny quad rail forend and flat top upper receiver, an upgraded, likely Timney, cassette-style drop in single-stage trigger, Ruger-branded Troy folding iron sights and three rail covers, and a standard triggerguard and charging handle. Included is a Ruger-branded padded nylon soft case with carry handle and storage for two magazines on the interior along with three Magpul 30-rd black PMags. The action appears to function well mechanically. (11739-44) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1280. INTERESTING U.S. M1 GARAND BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #6087310, 30-06, 24” 3-56 dated Springfield Armory National Match barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% arsenal applied dark parkerized finish with just some light operational wear on the operating rod channel and a few spots of oxidation at the receiver heel. The metal markings remain crisp featuring a “T” marked barrel with “NM *” stamped along the left side near the muzzle with a “NM” marked SA operating rod. The bolt, trigger housing, and hammer are of H&R manufacture. The walnut stock and handguards are replacement Boyd’s furniture in excellent condition featuring a C.M.P. boxed cartouche on the left side. The rifle retains the familiar C.M.P. blue hangtag listing the rifle serial number, muzzle reading of 1+, throat erosion reading of 2, rifle grade SA G-3, the tag dated 8/2012. A visually appealing rifle from the last of Springfield Armory M1 production featuring some Type I National Match components. (25A11700-85) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1281. EXCELLENT RUGER RED LABEL OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #410-51906, 12 ga (3”), 26” ventilated rib screw-choke barrels with bright, excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard, and other small parts retain 99% factory blue with scattered light handling marks. The frame is bright with minimal marks. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend also rate excellent with few handling marks. The stock has a 14” length of pull to a classic red recoil pad with drops of 1 3/8” and 2 1/2”. The action locks up tightly with the lever dead center and features a single select trigger and strong ejectors. Included are 4 factory choke tubes, all of which remain unmarked. An excellent condition field grade Red Label that is ready to hunt. (32A11793-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1282. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY INLAND DIVISION serial #171829, 30 Carbine, 18” Inland barrel dated “12-42” with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% thinning parkerized finish with light to perhaps more moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, the barrel band and trigger guard are more a light brown patina, and there are some scattered light handling marks and some specks of light surface oxidation throughout. The low-wood walnut stock is near excellent as cleaned with only a few minor handling marks. The circled “P” firing proof is faintly visible on the base of the pistolgrip and there is a partial “*U*” on the left side of the butt near the wrist and “M-U’ in the sling cut. The 4-rivet handguard is in similar condition and is “IO” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the small parts are from a mix of contractors. The carbine features a rotary safety, flat bolt, stamped adjustable rear sight, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. A canvas GI sling and oiler and two faded and oxidation stained 15 round magazines are included, one “IU” marked, the other “IA”. This is a nice M1 carbine for the collector or shooter.

(4A10826-794) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1283. U.S. M1 CARBINE INLAND DIVISION

BY

serial #5305985, 30 Carbine, 18” Winchester barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original parkerized finish with some light handling marks and wear along high edges and contact points. The low-wood walnut stock rates near excellent as cleaned with light dings and handling marks and an oil finish applied. There is a boxed “(star)/FAT/72” on the left side near the sling cut, and remnants of a serial number stamped on the right side at the butt. The two-rivet handguard is in similar condition and is “IO” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the small parts are from a mix of contractors. The carbine features a rotary safety, round bolt, stamped adjustable rear sight, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Two blued circled “IU” stamped 15-round magazines are included. A nice Italian refurbished carbine for the shooter or WWII collector. (4A11813-12) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1284. RUGER NO.1-B FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #134-00091, 308 Win, 26” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle is as-new and features the factory assigned personal “91” serial number of Henry Rodeschin. Henry was one of the early hires to the Ruger company and worked there for many decades retiring as foundry supervisor in 1998. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original blue, the frame and lever toning lightly to plum, and the falling block remains bright and excellent. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and semi-beavertail forend are in excellent condition showing some nice grain figure in the butt and with sling studs on the toeline and just behind the forend tip. The metal markings all remain crisp. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but features integral scope bases on the quarter rib, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle, a pair of Ruger rings, swivels, the factory lock, and the manual. This is an as-new-in-box single-shot rifle chambered for an effective and available caliber. (4A11770-22) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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1285. CASED, ENGRAVED & SILVER-PLATED CHARTER ARMS MILESTONE EDITION BULLDOG REVOLVER serial #500000L, 44 Special, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. No doubt one of the fanciest Charter Arms revolver series out there, this gun features nice foliate scrollwork throughout and etched “milestone scene” along the cylinder. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original silver finish exhibiting some very light flakes and slight bubbling near the front sight and edges against the barrel-frame junction. The silver has taken on a fine tarnish overall and the small parts show nice polished blue. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition. The revolver includes its original presentation case with silver plaque atop the lid numbered to the gun and with “1 of 50” callout. The case rates excellent with red velvet and silk interior lining and matching belt buckle included. These guns were made to celebrate the 500,000th revolver made by Charter Arms, and all bear the same serial number with a different letter suffix on the end. These revolvers were also featured in the August 1979 edition of “Guns & Ammo” magazine.

(13A11759-38) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1286. FINE QUACKENBUSH SAFETY CARTRIDGE RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL BOX 22 RF, 18” round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered light frosting and strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces of this attractive rifle retain about 97% original nickel finish showing a few sparsely scattered tiny flakes, light handling marks and some small areas of subtle clouding. The breechblock retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with some sparse freckling and the remaining small parts show remnants of flaking fire blue. The markings along the left side remain crisp and the smooth walnut buttstock remains in about very fine condition showing some scattered light scuffs and minor dings, otherwise retaining about 90% original varnish.

The crescent buttplate retains about 97% original nickel finish with some small flakes and minor bubbling. The original sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. The rifle includes a rare original factory box that rates about very fine, the black paper exterior covering showing rather extensive flaking and the two lid end flaps lost to the years. The green label has darkened from the years with details still quite discernible under bright light and the inside of the lid bears a period E.H. Kniskern & Co. retailer sticker from Elmira, NY. The original wooden base spacer is also surprisingly intact. A very fine rifle with extremely rare box for the advanced boys rifle collector.

(13B10826-162) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1287. SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION FIRST MODEL REVOLVER serial #8350, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore. This “Baby Russian” has mismatched parts and retains about 97% original nickel finish, most of the loss to small patches of light oxidation blemishes in the cylinder flutes in addition to minor freckling on the sideplate and handling marks. The trigger shows full blue while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature “S&W”, are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent.

The revolver features a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear, and tight barrel to frame fit. The cylinder is correctly numbered to the gun although the barrel and top latch each have different numbers. A fine example of the First Model. (8A10826453) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1288. EXCELLENT MERWIN, HULBERT & CO. POCKET MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #8452, 32 CF, 3” barrel with scattered spots of light oxidized pitting showing strong rifling throughout the bore. This fine gun retains about 99% original nickel finish showing scattered fine handling marks. The trigger has toned to gray while the hammer retains strong case-hardened colors showing light operational wear. The star centered checkered hard rubber grips feature a cross hatched round monograms and are assembly numbered to the gun. This gun features a half-moon pinned front sight, fixed rear sight, nickel plate folding hammer spur, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun.

You do not often see Pocket Models with such fine condition. A great find for the collector. (8A10826-149) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1289. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY MONTANA CENTENNIAL COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER serial #0118MA, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine revolver celebrates Montana’s Centennial as a territory and diamond jubilee (75 years) as a state.

The metal surfaces of this second generation SAA retain about 98-99% original finishes, the blue on the barrel shows light edge wear while there are very fine lines circumnavigating the cylinder. The frame shows rich swirls of case-hardened colors while the straps, hammer, trigger, base pin, and extractor rod retain 99% plus gold finish. The smooth rosewood factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in about excellent condition showing a few light handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. The left side of the barrel celebrates the centennial as a territory while the right side markings celebrate the diamond jubilee as a state. This gun includes a factory presentation case featuring the carved outline of the state, Centennial medallion, and “COLT”, the interior is French cut with red cloth lining, and a period manual with handwriting on the cover. The exterior of the box rates fair to good with light to moderate scratches and dings scattered about, while the interior rates good plus showing soiling. A nice Commemorative revolver. (8A11755-1) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1290. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY QUALITY HARDWARE serial #1639036, 30 Carbine, 18” 8-43 dated Underwood barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few specks of oxidation nearer the muzzle but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this first serial number block carbine retain about 80% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, scattered specks of old oxidation, and light to perhaps moderate oxidation staining on the barrel. The blued bolt and trigger show light old oxidation, perhaps more moderate on the trigger face, with operational wear on the bolt. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition with a tight 1” crack in the nose, a more moderate divot on the underside of the forend, and the numerous light dings and handling marks consistent with a military service carbine. The stock is marked with a light “OI” within the sling cut, a similarly light “P” is stamped inside the pistolgrip, and the bottom of the grip shows the remnants of an inkstamped “130”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the marked parts are from a variety of manufacturers including Inland, Saginaw, and Quality Hardware. The carbine features the two-position aperture rear sight, button safety, flat bolt, and Type I barrel band. Included are a pair of 15-round magazines, the bases with rubberized sleeves. A Quality Hardware-made carbine remaining in the early configuration, with a “been there, done that” feel to it. (14A10826-795) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1291. BAVARIAN M1 CARBINE

BY UNDERWOOD serial #6117056, 30 Carbine, 18” 3-44 dated Underwood barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, about half of the receiver ring neatly cleaned to gun metal, the trigger housing toned to plum-brown, and some light handling marks. The M2-style walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good plus condition with a few light dings, minor abrasions, and some light handling marks and appears entirely devoid of markings, very likely being a later Bavarian replacement. The original receiver and barrel markings are intact and readily legible, the rear of the receiver double struck with a flaming bomb, and the small parts are marked by a variety of contractors including but not limited to Inland, Winchester, and Standard Products. The top of the receiver next to the bolt is neatly marked “BAVARIA RURAL POLICE”, with the bolt, trigger housing, and operating slide now numbered to the gun, and the triggerguard is stamped “L.G.K.T. / 0488” noting its likely service in the state of Tyrol. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, Type IV magazine catch with extra nub for 30-round magazines, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is one “OI B” marked 15-round magazine showing spots of light oxidation. A carbine with an interesting history, for the martial collector. (14B11700-18) {C&R} (800/1200)

1292. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #3464672, 30-06, 24” 145 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a very good plus bore showing mild oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 85% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, the handguard metal toning to a pewter patina, scattered spots of light oxidation, and handling marks; some previous pinprick pitting is visible beneath the finish in spots. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition as lightly arsenal cleaned with a few scattered dings, divots, and light handling marks, the left side showing a “AAG” rework mark, the top of the wrist stamped “632”, and is otherwise unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and readily legible, and the small parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, including the unrelieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with lockbar rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid refurbished late-WWII M1 rifle for the martial collector. (14A11817-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1293. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT serial #35156, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard replacement barrel with an excellent bore. This pre-war pistol has a replacement slide and shows honest use over the years. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to smoky gray and brown with strong restored blue on the sides of the frame and a mottled mix on the top of the slide. There is a scattered freckling of oxidation blemishes, a showing old and new handling marks, and a few light pits. The double diamond checkered walnut grips are period Springfield Armory replacements, the left panel rates very good with light wear and handling marks while the right panel rates good with light to moderate wear. The slide is an earlier replacement, it features the round top rear sight and the patent dates end with February 14, 1911. The remainder of the parts appear correct for the period of manufacture. Major Penfield’s acceptance stamp remains strong, as do the other markings. No magazine is included. A salty 1911 that has that “been there done that” look. (8A11817-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1294. STAR MODEL B SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #417407, 9mm, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This Model B remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% original blue that is strong under ambient light but several areas are toning to a gray-brown hue under strong light in addition to scattered light handling marks and very light edge wear. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. The slide stop, thumb safety, slide, barrel, and barrel bushing are correctly numbered to the gun, it has a half-moon front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, it is 1953 proof dated (*/Y) and is marked “Cal 08” on the chamber. It includes a single eight-round magazine that is correctly numbered to the gun (“407/2”). An excellent example of a lightly used Star Model B. (8A11770-9) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1295. WINCHESTER MODEL 94AE LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #6405775, 444 Marlin, 18” ported barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue showing only a few scattered light handling marks. The checkered walnut forend and stock remain excellent showing only perhaps a scattered light handling mark or two. The carbine retains its original open sights and is equipped with a Marbles tang sight. Included is the factory box. (32A11791-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1296. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY serial #5380685, 30-06, 24” 7-54 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright very good plus bore with areas of pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this post-Korean War rifle retains about 97% original Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, the stock ferrule toned to brown, areas of light hardened oil, and some light handling marks; the gas cylinder locks shows flaking remnants of black enamel finish. The walnut stock is in excellent condition as lightly cleaned with a few minor dings and scattered light handling marks, the stock and handguards appearing unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the small parts show appropriate Springfield Armory drawing numbers. The rifle is sighted with the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A nicely preserved M1 rifle from the mid 1950’s. (14A11727-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1297. GERMAN MODEL 1920 POLICE/MILITARY LUGER PISTOL BY DWM serial #1982b, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore showing light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1920-dated military pistol retain about 85-90% arsenal restored blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, the gripstraps toning to a gray-brown patina, and some scattered light handling marks and hints of previous pinprick pitting. The strawed parts have toned largely to a pewter-gray patina with light freckling and remnants of color at the edges, and the sear spring retains vibrant fire blue. The checkered hardwood grips are in very good condition with light chipping and flattening of points, and neither panel are numbered. The metal markings are largely intact and clear with DWM monogram on the toggle, soft Weimar-era dove-style waffenamts, the rear toggle is numbered “52”, and the remaining numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin, and the hold-open is restamped to match.

The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine showing a crack through the base, renumbered “1982”. A solid example of these refurbished Luger pistols, issued to the German military and police after WWI. (14A11728-891) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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1298. GERMAN P.08 LUGER POLICE PISTOL BY DWM

serial #7247a, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore showing scattered light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 95% arsenal refurbished rust blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, some mild toning to gray on the front strap, and some scattered previous pinprick pitting and light dings beneath the finish. The strawed parts retain good color mellowing to a gray patina with light oxidation staining, save for the ejector which remains strong, and the toggle pins and sear spring show vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with a small chip beneath the safety and at the top of the left panel, light wear, and scattered dings and handling marks; neither panel appears numbered. The DWM monogram remains crisp, the chamber area is unmarked, strong commercial proofs are on the receiver and breech, the barrel shows a tiny eagle stamp above the serial number and gothic letter inspection stamp below the number denoting replacement by a police depot, and the numbered parts are matching to the pistol. The pistol retains the standard open sights, and included is a bright-bodied aluminum-base magazine showing some scattered light handling marks and tiny flakes of the finish, the base numbered “2 / 3385” with a police “(eagle) L”. A nice police Luger for the collector. (14B11728-890) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1299. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #87467, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a ring of pitting at the midpoint with otherwise strong rifling.

This lovely Third Issue retains 98% original nickel finish, showing only

scattered light handling wear with faint flecks of loss around the hinge and barrel and some flaking about the cylinder with a minor abrasion on the backstrap. The hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal and the smooth ivory grips rate very good plus, with the left panel showing two lengthy darkened checks with one intersecting the escutcheon, the right panel remaining smooth and toning nicely to caramel with a minute check near the escutcheon, with the toes and backstraps showing what appear to be very skillful synthetic fill repairs, showing almost perfect symmetry between them. The gun times and locks up appropriately with no discernible play when at rest. A fine example.

(26B10826-586) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)

1300. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #117332, 22 RF, 2 11/16” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a ring of mild pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. This Third Issue retains 96% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks and intermittent high edge wear with flecks of bubbling and fine pinprick pitting scattered about the frame and cylinder.

The hammer and trigger have toned to an even gunmetal with the hammer showing scattered light oxidation staining and the smooth ivory grip panels remain in very fine condition, showing only a few flecks of darkening and handling wear and toning nicely to cream and showing excellent fit. Timing and lockup appear sound with the gun exhibiting only very light play when at rest and barrel markings remain crisp and excellent. A handsome Third Issue. (26B10826295) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

1301. ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #368, 41 RF, 3” barrel with bright good bores showing scattered pitting with strong rifling throughout. This “Type 2” deringer retains 98% original nickel finish, showing expected light handling and edge wear with some scattered light bubbling and oxidation staining about the barrel rib and butt. The hammer, trigger, ejector, and barrel latch have toned to an even gunmetal patina with the latch and hammer, retaining generous original fire blue, faintly visible to the naked eye and quite pronounced under direct light. It displays period engraving throughout, with foliate flourishes about the sides of the frame and flanks of the muzzle, with geometric zig-zag and dotted swirl motifs along the barrels and simple dotted-line work along the backstrap, and light oxidation staining is faintly visible throughout the recessed areas of the engravings. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear. The Type 1 “E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION. N.Y.” two-line barrel address remains largely crisp and legible with some minor softening, the hinge remains intact, and the deringer locks up tightly. A charming example of these popular deringers. (26B10826-178) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)

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1302. GERMAN P.640(B) SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY FABRIQUE NATIONALE serial #95898a, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 65% thinning arsenal blue, toning lightly to brown under direct light and appearing stronger in the protected areas, with light high edge wear and a few areas of cleaned oxidation along the left-side frame. The checkered hardwood grip panels rate very good plus showing mild darkening and softening typical of their age with the main apology being a 1 1/2" check stemming from the heel of the right panel. The numbered parts are matching to the pistol and both the slide and frame bear “(eagle) / WaA140” waffenamts and eagle firing proofs, with the slide markings having softened slightly and the frame markings remaining crisp. The pistol retains the drift-adjustable rear and half moon blade front sight, ring hammer, and includes a single unmarked 13-round magazine. A salty but matching and mechanically excellent example for the German military collector. (26A11728-893) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1303. BROWNING HIGH POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #69C2418, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1969-manufactured pistol retains 98% original blue showing a few light handling marks with high edge silvering throughout with some areas toning lightly to brown under direct light. The checkered hardwood grips with red-painted interiors remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear. It retains the standard open sights and safety features and included is a single unmarked 13-round magazine. This fine example was an immediate successor to the T-series pistols and remains in excellent overall condition. (26A11728-914) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1304. BROWNING AUTO 5 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN

serial #271058, 12 ga, 30” matted rib barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces on this 1948-manufactured gun retain 97-98% factory quality restored blue with a few light handling marks and spots of light edge wear. The bolt and loading gate remain bright with all markings remaining clearly legible. The checkered walnut round-knob pistolgrip and forend rate excellent as lightly cleaned under a new layer of finish with a length of pull of 14 3/8” to the FN horn buttplate that remains in a similar state of condition. The shotgun is sighted with a single brass bead and appears to function well mechanically. An attractive restored Belgian-made gun. (10A11765-8) {C&R} (1200/1800)

1305. W. COLLATH UNDERLEVER DOUBLE SHOTGUN

serial #5199, 14 ga (Collath No. 3), 30 1/2” Bernard-style damascus barrels with perhaps fair bores that show some moderate pitting their full-length. The barrels are mostly an attractive mix of pewter gunmetal and gray-brown retaining most of their nice damascus pattern throughout showing a few small spots of minor oxidation staining and areas of fading. The barrel rib shows Collath address and the inside of the action bear Collath cartridge designation “C.3 / 11.15”, 3 being their nominal designation for 14 bore while the 11.15 would suggest a rifle cartridge perhaps indicating this gun originally came with a spare set of rifle barrels. Indeed, the front trigger does have a set function. The action is a pleasant pewter gunmetal patina and shows wonderful Germanic oak leaf embellishments in full coverage with fine matted background shading and some lovely, detailed game scenes of a stag right, rehbock left and portrait of a doe atop the action ahead of the safety. There is a monogram plate behind the safety as well that remains un-engraved. One of the upper tang screws is an old replacement, the fancy horn triggerguard rates near excellent and the lever is very fine showing a small crack at the rear.

The checkered walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very good plus condition showing a little older added finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks, the right rear of the forend with a hairline 1 3/4” crack. The buttstock shows some subtle grain figure, length-of-pull to the smooth rosewood buttplate is 13 3/4” and there is a left-side Germanic cheekpiece. The barrels lock up well and the sling swivels are intact. The front trigger does not seem to fire correctly though it does still set and the rear trigger seems to function normally. A nice Collath double with some fine engraving. (13C11621-115) {C&R} (1000/1500)

1306. REMINGTON MODEL 1894 FE TRAP GRADE DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #138865, 12 ga, 30” barrels choked full with bright very fine bores showing a few tiny shallow dings and small areas of old oxidation. The barrels of this nice trap gun retain perhaps 70-75% original blue with moderate fading to a mild gray-brown patina overall under bright light, scattered handling marks and some oxidation speckles. The barrels retain nice markings with neatly engraved Remington Arms Co. address and “Trap Gun F Grade” designation. The action retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout the more protected areas drifting to an attractive mix of smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina, the edges and bottom metal with some fine speckling. The triggerguard and top lever are similar with smoky colors and silvery patina and the action is embellished with simple double line borders and some tasteful light foliate flourishes. The checkered walnut buttstock remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing some lightly flaking original finish and scattered handling marks, retaining excellent fit, while the splinter forend is very good with a thin sliver along the rear right edge and some more noticeable overall wear and abrasions. The checkered plastic Remington monogram buttplate is a more modern reproduction and provides a 14 1/8” length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 3/8”. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety and single silver bead front sight and the barrels lock-up solid with just a faint sliver of light visible at the breeches. The action seems to function well mechanically with strong in-time ejectors and weight is 8 lbs. 3 oz. A fine example of these quality Remington doubles. (13B11621-42) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1307. EXCELLENT LOW NUMBER RUGER SR1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #670-00018, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely factory low number SR1911 appears unfired and as-new-in-box. The satin stainless steel surfaces remain in excellent condition. The double diamond checkered cocobolo grips feature silver Ruger Phoenix medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features Novak three dot sights, extended thumb safety, beavertail grip safety with memory pad, checkered flat mainspring housing, and three-hole long trigger with overtravel stop. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, shipping sleeve, a single factory seven-round magazine with flush floorplate, a single factory eight-round magazine with removable floorplate, Ruger marked soft case, bushing wrench, factory padlock with a pair of keys, fired case, manual, and paperwork. An excellent early production SR1911. (8A11608-463) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1308. EXCELLENT VERY LOW NUMBER RUGER SR1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #670-00005, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely factory low number SR1911 appears unfired and as-new-in-box. The satin stainless steel surfaces remain in excellent condition. The double diamond checkered cocobolo grips feature silver Ruger Phoenix medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features Novak three dot sights, extended thumb safety, beavertail grip safety with memory pad, checkered flat mainspring housing, and three-hole long trigger with overtravel stop. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, shipping sleeve, a single factory seven-round magazine with flush floorplate, a single factory eight-round magazine with removable floorplate, Ruger marked soft case, bushing wrench, factory padlock with a pair of keys, fired case, manual, and paperwork. An excellent very early production SR1911. (8A11608-369) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1309. BROWNING MODEL 1885 LOW WALL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #04080NV2L7, 22 Hornet, 24” tapered octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue with some light handling marks and a few small areas of light wear along the top barrel flat. The breech block remains bright and the trigger retains all of its original gold finish. The checkered walnut schnabel tipped forearm and pistolgrip buttstock rate near excellent with some very light handling marks. The buttstock features some terrific figure to the grain, the left side with two areas of extra varnish or lacquer that do not appear to be intentionally applied. This could possibly be easily rectified by a knowledgeable woodman. There are no provisions for open sights, a set of factory bases and 1” scope rings are included. A very nice looking example of these modern single shot rifles in a terrific chambering. (4A11768-51) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1310. BROWNING MODEL 1885 LOW WALL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE serial #05487NT2L7, 223 Rem, 24” tapered octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks throughout. The breech block remains bright and the trigger retains all of its gold finish. The checkered walnut schnabel tipped forearm and pistolgrip buttstock rate excellent with only a few small handling marks. There are no provisions for open sights, a set of Leupold bases and 30mm rings with 1” inserts are included. Also included is the original box with manual. A terrific example of these popular old west-style sporting rifles.

(4A11768-2) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1311. BROWNING MODEL 1885 LOW WALL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE serial #16068NP371, 260 Rem, 24” tapered octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks throughout. The breech block remains bright and the trigger retains all of its gold finish. The checkered walnut schnabel tipped forearm and pistolgrip buttstock rate excellent with only a few small handling marks. The wood has some terrific figure. There are no provisions for open sights, a set of Leupold bases and 30mm rings with 1” inserts are included. The original box is also included.

The 260 Remington is the rarest chambering of these 1885 Low Wall rifles, making the most desirable of the series. (4A11768-31) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (1000/1500)

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1312. BROWNING MODEL 1885 LOW WALL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #04406NR2L7, 243 Win, 24” tapered octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks throughout. The breech block remains bright and the trigger retains all of its gold finish. The checkered walnut schnabel tipped forearm and pistolgrip buttstock rate excellent with only a few small handling marks. The wood has some terrific figure. There are no provisions for open sights, a set of Leupold bases and 30mm rings with 1” inserts are included. The original box is also included, the corners of its top half are torn but it remains otherwise intact. This is a terrific example of these popular old west-style sporting rifles in a great medium game caliber. (4A11768-42) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1313. RUGER SINGLE-SIX “FLATGATE” REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS serial #5261, 22 LR, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This second-year-of-production Type-3 “flatgate” revolver retains about 97% original blue with areas toning to a mix of plum and brown under direct light, some mild high edge silvering, a few scattered light nicks and handling marks, and a light abrasion on the backstrap throughout. It retains the standard serrated front sight and drift-adjustable square-notch rear and timing and lockup remain excellent, and the Type 3 serrated ejector rod button; this example has not been equipped with Ruger’s transfer bar safety upgrade. It has been equipped with a lovely pair of genuine ivory XR3-pattern grips by an unknown maker, bearing a handsome carving of a bison on the right panel with the left panel remaining smooth, rating excellent overall and showing minimal handling wear throughout with some handsome checking along the bases and the main apology being a chip on the heel of the left panel exposing a hint of the frame. The interior of the right panel is etched “XR3” over “5261”, and overall fit is excellent. A lovely 1950’s vintage gun with stylish accoutrement to match. (26A11608-263) {C&R} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1314. SCARCE RUGER SUPER BLACKHAWK REVOLVER BY TURNBULL serial #TSB-00462, 44 Magnum, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Super Blackhawk remains in as-new condition, showing only perhaps a light storage mark. It retains the standard adjustable sights and timing and lockup are presumably excellent, with the gun retaining its original factory ziptie, and the smooth rosewood laminate grips remain as-new. This revolver is one of 1,000 units marketed and sold by TALO Distributor Group, and was a collaboration between Ruger and Turnbull restoration, with the loading gates and frames of all guns receiving Turnbull’s lovely case-coloring treatment as well as an exclusive serial number prefix. Included is the special factory Turnbull red plastic hardcase, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, as well as the manual, paperwork, and triggerlock. A handsome and complete Super Blackhawk which has already enjoyed increased collector interest since leaving the factory in 2017. (26A11608-373) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1000/1500)

1315. EARLY AND EXCELLENT RUGER NEW BEARCAT REVOLVER serial #93-00018, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This low-number revolver left the factory in 2003 and remains in excellent overall condition, retaining 99% original blue and showing only a few negligible flecks of silvering. The smooth walnut grip panels remain excellent and timing and lockup are sound. Included is the factory plastic hardcase, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, triggerlock, and factory fired case. A lovely find for the Ruger collector. (26A11608446) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1316. LOW NUMBER RUGER 50TH ANNIVERSARY NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK REVOLVER serial #870-00018, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This New Model “Flattop” left the factory in 2006 and appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a scattered light storage mark or spot of old dried lubricant. The revolver retains all of its factory blue as well as the factory micro adjustable rear sight, the checkered black synthetic grips rate as-new, and the anniversary barrel inscription retains all of its gold finish. Timing and lockup remain excellent and included is the red factory plastic hardcase, manual, paperwork, factory fired case, and triggerlock. An excellent low-number example commemorating 50 years of this iconic American revolver.

(26A11608-445) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

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1317. EXCELLENT LOW NUMBER RUGER NM SUPER BLACKHAWK 75TH ANNIVERSARY REVOLVER serial #SB-00005, 44 Magnum, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original blue, showing only perhaps a light storage mark or two with ghostly turn ring on the cylinder which is toning lightly to plum and the hammer retaining all of its rich top bluing. The smooth rosewood laminate grips with Ruger Eagle medallions rate excellent showing little if any wear. It retains the standard adjustable sights and the cylinder and barrel retain their handsome anniversary gold finish and inscription, and timing and lockup remain excellent. This Super Blackhawk left the factory in 2008 and is among the lowest known examples of roughly 1,500 units produced to commemorate fifty years of the Super Blackhawk; included is the factory cardboard box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, Ruger pistol rug, manual, and factory fired case. This complete and low-number package with a slightly premature shipping date for the 2009 anniversary represent an exciting and complete package for the serious Ruger collector.

(26A11608-375) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1318. RUGER NM BLACKHAWK 75TH ANNIVERSARY “FLATTOP” REVOLVER serial #870-00005, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 75th Anniversary commemorative remains as-newin-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark, with the frame toning lightly to plum and the main apology being some scattered gold flecking along the barrel, likely from when the Anniversary inscription was filled, a rather charming imperfection. This “flattop” retains its factory micro adjustable rear sight, the gold barrel inscription remains crisp, and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the red plastic hardcase, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, and factory fired case. This low-number New Model “flattop” presents a lovely opportunity for the advanced Ruger collector to secure a complete and excellent example of these homages to the original Blackhawk. (26A11608-352) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1319. LOW NUMBER RUGER SUPER REDHAWK ALASKAN REVOLVER serial #530-00005, 480 Ruger, 2 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark. It retains the factory adjustable open sights and timing and lockup remain excellent. The factory Hogue Tamer Monogrip shows little if any wear and the Southport barrel marking remains crisp and excellent. Included is the matching factory plastic hardcase, manual, paperwork, triggerlock, factory fired case, and a factory invoice indicating that it shipped in November of 2005. This early and excellent gun remains both a highly capable field revolver and a nice find for the collector. (26A11608-286) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1000/1500)

1320. SMITH & WESSON 44 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #S153280, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore with later added Mag-Na-Porting. This mid-1950’s revolver has a few custom touches. It retains about 96% original blue showing edge wear, handling marks, and scattered freckling. The .500” target hammer and .500” target trigger have been slightly narrowed, polished, and the sides engine turned. The smooth rosewood factory grips feature S&W medallions toned to gold, extractor cut, and rate about excellent as lightly cleaned and re-varnished. The right grip panel shows a black medallion with the raised gold letters “HP” inserted in the lower half. This revolver features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, light trigger job, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. This five-screw revolver shows light use over the years and would make a nice upstart collectible or fine shooter. (8B11615-12) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1800/2200

1321. SHARPS & HANKINS MODEL 1862 NAVY CARBINE serial #1183, 52 RF, 24” barrel with a mostly bright about fine bore showing some scattered light pitting in the otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this second model carbine have aged to a blend of light and dark gray patina with scattered spots of old light oxidation, areas of fine pinprick pitting, and fine cleaning striations on the left side of the frame. The brass buttplate is toning to a warm goldenrod patina with the heel moderately tarnished along with some light impact marks. The black leather barrel covering rates very good plus for its age with a synthetic repair along the seam on the underside, a section is missing from around the front of the frame, and overall moderate crazing. The sliding hammer safety mechanism is mostly intact but no longer blocks the hammer. All the visibly numbered parts are serialized to the frame. The markings are clear with “SHARPS / PATENT / 1859” on the left side of the frame and “SHARPS / & / HANKINS / PHILADA.” on the right. The walnut buttstock rates very good plus with overall dings and light handling marks; there are no visible cartouches. The locking lever catch and sights are intact, and the action is strong and crisp. A nice example of these interesting Civil War carbines. (23B11608-191) {ANTIQUE} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1200/1800)

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1322. BRNO ARMS MODEL ZH 344 DOUBLE RIFLE

serial #3-4400068/416888, 7x57R, 23 1/2" barrels with bright, excellent bores. The barrels, top lever, and trigger assembly retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks. The coin finished frame rates excellent and features factory etched deer game scenes on either side. The walnut stocks rate excellent as well and feature skip-line checkering to the forearm and pistolgrip buttstock. The buttstock also features a left side cheek rest and has the factory hard rubber buttplate. The original sights remain intact and mounted via a factory base is a European BMB 3-9x38mm riflescope. The scope features a German No. 4-style reticle with excellent optics. Rifle also features set triggers and sling swivels. The original box is included which includes a factory hang-tag and a tooled leather sling. This is an excellent condition European-styled sporting rifle package. (4A11768-39) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1323. REMINGTONBAIKAL MODEL MR221 DOUBLE RIFLE serial #0822103612R, 45-70 Govt, 23 1/2'' barrels with bright, excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with only a few light handling marks and a few specks of light surface oxidation.

The left side of the frame is marked “MR221 Remington” and the “MP-221” model designation is found on the watertable, the former being assigned by the importer. The checkered European walnut pistolgrip stock and field-style forend with checkered panels rate excellent, the buttstock is fitted with a factory ventilated pad. The barrels are sighted with a simple bead front and a shallow square notch rear, the rear of the rib is grooved for optics mounting. The rifle is equipped with a set of sling swivels and the original Remington box is included. Rifle was imported by U.S. Sporting Goods Inc and is an overall fine example of these desirable double rifles from Izhevsk. (4A1176816) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (800/1000)

1324. MARLIN MODEL 1895G GUIDE GUN LEVER ACTION CARBINE serial #00085350, 45-70, 18” “JM” marked, ported barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with some light handling marks throughout. The bolt remains mostly bright with some areas of light gray patina. The checkered walnut forearm and straight grip buttstock rate excellent with a few light handling marks and is fitted with a factory vented recoil pad, the original swivel studs and Marlin bullseye remaining intact. The original sights have been removed, the screw holes and dovetail have been filled with filler screws and a slot blank. A Weaver one-piece scope base is mounted to the top of the receiver. The action appears to function correctly and overall this is a fine example of the popular New Haven built rifles. (4A11768-83) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedoms] (700/900)

1325. U.S.R.A. WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 LOW WALL RIFLE serial #0000EF1258, 22 LR, 24 1/2" half round, half octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore.

The metal surfaces of this Miroku-made rifle retain about 99% original matte blue with just a few light handling marks.

The breech block remains bright. The smooth walnut stocks rate excellent and feature a schnabel forearm with ebony insert and straight grip buttstock with crescent steel buttplate. The rifle has been fitted with a globe style front sight, the original rear sight has been removed and a slot blank fills its dovetail. Both the barrel and frame are tapped for mounts and mounted to the upper tang is a Marbles Improved Peep tang sight. The original red, two-piece box is included. The action appears to function correctly and overall this is an excellent condition example of these old west-styled sporting rifles. (4A11768-43) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1326. CUSTOM BROWNING MODEL B-78 SPORTER FALLING BLOCK RIFLE serial #W4710188, 30-06, 24” tapered octagon barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue with some light handling marks throughout and some light wear and marks along the top flat of the barrel. The crown, breech block, and trigger remain bright. The checkered walnut stocks rate very good as lightly cleaned with a satin oil finish applied and a few light handling marks. The stocks feature a pistolgrip buttstock with left side cheekrest and faux ivory gripcap and a schnabel forearm. Both stocks have the turn-in style swivel bases. There are no provisions for open sights but a set of Leupold bases and 1” rings are included. A very nice example of these classic single-shot sporting rifles.

(4A11768-44) {MODERN} [NRA Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

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1327. FN HI-POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH BUENOS AIRES POLICE MARKINGS serial #06125, 9mm, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing some stubborn lead fouling in the grooves. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 96% professionally reapplied blue showing scattered light handling marks and light oxidation staining with silvering along the high edges and contact points; the right-side frame is marked “POLICIA PROV. VS. AIRES-61” and there is an Argentinian crest just ahead of the rear sight, and both markings remain crisp. The checkered hardwood grips rate about very good showing handling wear throughout and having smoothened significantly with age. It retains the standard open sights, and included is a single 13-round factory magazine alongside an importer’s two-piece cardboard box. A nice example of these Argentinian police pistols which have enjoyed increased interest in the collector’s market. (26A11608-285) {C&R} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1328. RUGER NEW MODEL SINGLE-SIX “BLACKBIRD” REVOLVER serial #268-59615, 22 LR, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The high-polish stainless steel surfaces of this revolver remain excellent, showing only perhaps a scattered light handling mark or two. The black micarta birdshead grips with Ruger Eagle medallions rate excellent showing little if any wear. This revolver retains the standard open sights and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the factory plastic hardcase, manual, factory fired case, and triggerlock.

(26A11608-378) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1329. LOW NUMBER RUGER NEW VAQUERO SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #810-00018, 45 Colt, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver retains 99% original blue and case-colors and shows only perhaps a minute handling mark with a scant ring on the cylinder. The checkered synthetic grips rate excellent showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup remain excellent and included is the factory plastic hardcase, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, as well as the manual, triggerlock, and factory fired case. A handsome low-number example sure to please the Ruger collector. (26A11608-453) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1330. LOW NUMBER RUGER NEW VAQUERO SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #510-00005, 45 Colt, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue and 95-97% factory case-colors, showing minimal handling wear, scattered light oxidation staining along the frame under direct light, and the loading gate and base of the ejector rod housing toning to a smoky case-hardened patina. The checkered black synthetic grips rate excellent showing minimal handling wear. Timing and lockup are presumed excellent as the gun retains the factory ziptie and included is the matching factory plastic hardcase, manual, and factory fired case. This remains a handsome and overall high-condition New Vaquero, in a sweet spot to please either the shooter or the collector. (26A11608-355) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1331. EARLY RUGER SINGLE-TEN REVOLVER serial #810-00005, 22 LR, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 2012-manufactured revolver remains asnew-in-box, showing only perhaps a minute storage mark. It retains the standard adjustable fiber optic sights and timing and lockup are excellent. Included with this revolver is the matching factory plastic hardcase, manual, triggerlock, and factory fired case. This excellent low-number example presents an exciting opportunity for the veteran and novice collector alike and makes an excellent pair with our following lot. (26A11608-357) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1332. EARLY RUGER SINGLE-TEN REVOLVER serial #810-00018, 22 LR, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver remains as-new-in-box just as it left the factory in 2012, showing only perhaps a light storage mark. It retains the standard adjustable fiber optic sights and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the matching plastic factory hardcase, manual, triggerlock, and factory fired case. These high-capacity rimfires have remained popular since their introduction and this low-number example pairs very nicely with our previous lot. (26A11608-461) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

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1333. EARLY RUGER 50TH ANNIVERSARY NEW BEARCAT REVOLVER serial #SBC-00005, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This New Bearcat appears as-new-in-box and shows only perhaps a light storage mark, retaining virtually all of its factory blue and gold finish with the smooth hardwood panels rating as-new and timing and lockup remaining excellent. Included is the matching factory box, factory pistol rug, manual and paperwork, factory fired case, and triggerlock. This low-number gun remains in the same condition in which it left the factory in 2008 and is sure to excite the Ruger enthusiast. (26A11608-356) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1334. EARLY RUGER 50TH ANNIVERSARY NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK “FLATTOP” REVOLVER serial #520-00005, 357 Magnum, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Anniversary Blackhawk shipped in 2005 and remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark with some of the blue toning lightly to plum. It retains the factory micro adjustable sight and the gold barrel inscription remains crisp, and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the matching red factory hardcase, manual, paperwork, triggerlock, and factory fired case. This excellent revolver would pair nicely with the low-number example available in the following lot. (11655-359) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1335. EARLY RUGER 50TH ANNIVERSARY NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK “FLATTOP” REVOLVER serial #520-00018, 357 Magnum, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Anniversary Blackhawk shipped in 2005 and remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark with some of the blue toning lightly to plum. It retains the factory micro adjustable rear sight, the anniversary inscription retains all gold fill and remains crisp, and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the matching red factory hardcase, triggerlock, manual, paperwork, and factory fired case. An excellent low-number New Model “Flattop” for the collector which would pair nicely with the previous lot. (26A11608-455) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1336. FACTORY-USED RUGER NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK REVOLVER serial #51-26171, 30 Carbine, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue showing a few scattered light handling marks, a spot of oxidation staining on the left side of the hammer, and a few scattered flecks of light oxidation staining near the front sight. The smooth hardwood grips rate excellent showing little if any wear. It retains the factory adjustable sights and timing and lockup remain excellent. Manufactured in 1981, this revolver includes a factory invoice and hangtag confirming its factory used status and indicates that it did not leave the factory until 2007. Included is the factory hinged yellow box and shipping sleeve, with the yellow box having a matching later-added factory end label, as well as the manual, paperwork, and triggerlock. An interesting Blackhawk with plenty of condition sure to please the Ruger collector. (26A11608-372) {MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (700/900)

1337. GERMAN P.38 BYF43 PISTOL BY MAUSER

SEMI-AUTO

serial #4031p, 9mm, 5” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 94% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and light handling marks, most of the loss along the frontstrap which is toning to gray. All markings remain crisp and clear showing proper eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / 135” Waffenamts. The grooved dark brown phenolic resin grips remain in excellent condition showing a few minor handling marks and a small spot of wear at the toe of the left panel. All of the serialized parts are matching and one jvd-coded magazine is included. A fine example of a 1943-made Mauser P.38 pistol for the martial collector. (13A11625-1) {C&R} (800/1200)

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1338. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #4598, 32 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with a fair bore showing moderate oxidation, some bright areas and good rifling. This is a rather early Second Model still wearing the rare early floral style grips. The revolver is embellished in near full coverage with period New York style engraving featuring wide flowing foliate scrollwork and geometric zigzag and dot motifs. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original nickel finish with scattered flaking to medium gray-brown patina, many of the areas blending in rather well with the surrounding nickel, along with some old mild oxidation staining. The barrel address and patent dates remain crisp while the hammer and trigger retain some smoky remnants of case-hardening and the triggerguard has mostly flaked to gray with some flakes of bright blue in the protected areas. The black checkered hard rubber grips with floral motif remain in very fine condition showing some mild smoothing overall and a small hairline crack on the right base. The number on the inside of the right panel is difficult to discern though their fit remains very nice. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits some minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. A rather nice and scarce little revolver. (13B10826-284) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1339. UNMARKED BRITISH PERCUSSION DOUBLE HAMMER CAPE GUN

50 bore (.453 cal) & 20 bore, 32” damascus twist barrels with rifle barrel right and shotgun left, the rifle bore mostly bright and very good showing some scattered light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout and partially bright about good shotgun bore that shows areas of light pitting and old oxidation. The barrels have mostly toned to a mix of pewter gunmetal and medium gray-brown patina with a bit of sparse light pitting and subtle twist patterns. The undersides of the barrels are numbered “158” and are stamped “T.B.” along with period London proof and bore marks. The lockplates are mostly a medium gray patina and are embellished with nice quality English scrollwork and endearing game dogs, the triggerguard with a softer scene due to some cleaned light pitting. The nipples are more modern replacements and the right hammer is also a somewhat rudimentary replacement. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good condition showing some scattered old slivers along some of the edges, light dings, repaired chip at the toe and a well-executed repair at the point of comb. The checkering shows expected honest wear, lockplate fit is quite nice and the sides of the buttstock show some attractive subtle grain figure. There is a small chip at the toe of the smooth steel buttplate and an un-engraved silver monogram plate is present atop the wrist. The locks are functional though the hammers are a bit loose and out of time. A brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the gun is sighted with express rear sight featuring three flip-up notches for 100, 200 and 300 yards and the front sight appears to be an old replacement medium post. An interesting old British combination gun. (13B11579-22) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1340. DREYSE NEEDLE FIRE DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #744, 16 bore, 29” damascus barrels with partially bright fair bores showing moderate pitting and old oxidation throughout. The barrels retain perhaps 60% original plum-brown finish with scattered fading, thin scratches and handling marks, otherwise retaining nice swirling damascus patterns throughout. The rib shows maker name inlaid in silver and there are some additional lovely silver inlaid bands and foliate motifs throughout the breech area. The barrels also show the “(Crown) / V” 1891 voluntary proof. The remaining metal surfaces show nice foliate scrollwork engraving and the horn triggerguard remains in very good plus condition showing a few light dings and a couple of hairline cracks forming. The barrel lever shows an old brazed repair and its screw appears to be a later replacement, it is also inlaid in silver with a nice little recumbent dog. The checkered walnut stock with rounded leftside cheekpiece remains in about very good plus condition showing some overall light dings and handling marks with unengraved silver monogram shield atop the wrist. Strangely, this example is equipped with a tailpipe and lip at muzzle end of barrels suggesting the fitting of a cleaning or ram rod though it also has what are obviously factory sling swivels which would preclude a rod. This example is equipped with the later self-cocking system, the needles are not present and the left needle retainer is a replacement however the right is stamp-numbered matching the gun and the action otherwise seems to function normally. A very good and rather seldom-seen example of Dreyse’s famous needle fire system. (13B11649-5) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

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1341. GERMAN SYSTEM STERN SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL 22 LR, 12 1/2” barrel with heavy octagon muzzle, octagon breech and round midsection with a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows remnants of original blue with the metal surfaces mostly toning to a deep gray-brown patina under bright light. The frame shows some sparsely scattered old dings and oxidation speckles with perhaps some smoky remnants of case-hardening here and there. There are some light filigree flourishes along the frame and the left side shows “*STERN*” markings. The checkered walnut grip and forend remain in very good condition showing some lightly chipped points and dings from light honest use. There is a left-side thumb rest and lanyard ring at the butt. The rear sight appears to be an old simpler period replacement consisting of a tall block with fine u-notch and the front sight is a small plain blade on ramp. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. An interesting falling block target pistol with a nice bore. (13A11108-119) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (800/1200)

1342. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N758454, 45 ACP, 6” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 1955 Heavy Target remains in superb condition. The revolver retains about 99% original blue showing a few handling marks. The .500” target hammer and .500” target trigger retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory mahogany presentation case, the exterior rates near excellent with light handling marks while the flocking on the interior rates about excellent.

A fine example of the Model 25-2. (8A11534-102) {MODERN}.

(800/1200)

1343. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 51 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #128719, 22 Winchester Magnum, 3 1/2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This excellent 22/32 Magnum Kit Gun appears as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory square butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to another gun, and remain in superb condition. This gun is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory twopiece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. A fine late 1960’s Kit Gun and solid investment for the collector. (8A11534-96) {C&R} (800/1200)

1344. HIGH STANDARD ISU OLYMPIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #1865019, 22 Short, 6 3/4” tapered barrel with integral ports showing a bright excellent bore. This lovely Model 104 remains in superb condition showing hardly any use. The pistol retains about 99% original blue and anodized finish. The target trigger and magazine catch retain robust case-hardened colors while the thumb safety retains full blue color. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and remain in wonderful condition.

The pistol features a Patridge front sight, slide mounted black blade adjustable rear sight, serrated straps, and a pair of barrel weights one each large and small. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and a factory marked ten-round magazine. A beautiful slant grip Olympic.

(8A11493-68) {C&R} (800/1200)

1345. HIGH STANDARD MILITARY MODEL “THE VICTOR” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #ML17492, 22 LR, 4 1/2” slab-sided heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This Hamden, Connecticut, manufactured pistol appears to have seen only light use. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finish with some light scratching around the windage adjustment screw and a few other insignificant handling marks. The trigger, safety, and magazine catch retain full gold finish. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, three groove ventilated aluminum rib, barrel weight, stippled straps, and the barrel is marked “THE VICTOR”. It includes the original factory box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, factory ten-round magazine with steel floorplate extension, and a manual. The slide lock spring is missing but they are readily available. A very nice Victor for the collector or competitor. (8A11493-121) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1346. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #UCL2974, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 41 shows light use and retains about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The checkered laminated walnut factory wraparound grips feature ambidextrous finger / thumb rest and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighed with a Patridge front sight and factory Bo-Mar style adjustable rear sight. The barrel has been professionally drilled and tapped for optics. It includes the original hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, four ten-round factory marked magazines, magazine loader, Weaver-style optics base with four mounting screws, cable lock with a pair of keys, fired case, manual, and paperwork. A favorite pistol with the Bullseye shooting crowd. (8A116986) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1347. BUL ARMORY SAS II ULTRALIGHT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #BAU-A220, 9mm, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This feathery light pistol shows minimal use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original black and anodized finish while the polymer frame rates excellent. The grip frame assembly features coarse checkering on the sides, medium checkering on the frontstrap, and chevron shaped texturing on the mainspring assembly. This gun features a fiber optic serrated Patridge front sight, black serrated adjustable rear sight, excellent trigger, stainless steel beavertail grip safety with memory bump, fore and aft cocking serrations on the slide, speed hammer, Picatinny-style equipment rail, and squared triggerguard. The barrel is heavily fluted and gives the gun a distinct appearance while reducing weight. It includes the original factory Pelican-style hard case that is labeled and numbered to the gun, a brace of factory fifteen-round magazines, and a manual. This would make a superb carry gun for the Government Model aficionado. (8A11718-3) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1348. DAN WESSON POINTMAN SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #2300669, 45 ACP, 5” match barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol shows light use, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent showing a few light handling marks. The double diamond checkered factory rosewood grips rate excellent. This gun features an accuracy job, excellent trigger, a serrated semiramp fiber optic front sight, factory Bo-Mar style adjustable rear sight, long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, checkering on the frontstrap and flat mainspring housing, plus fore and aft cocking serrations on the slide. It includes a factory soft case, a pair of factory marked eight-round magazines, bushing wrench, and a manual.

A fine 1911 pattern pistol for a variety of shooting needs. (8A11718-1) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1349.SMITH & WESSON MODEL 329PD AIR LITE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #DZF4701, 44 Magnum, 4” full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lightweight Scandium framed revolver appears to be virtually as-new. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original black finish while the titanium cylinder remains in excellent condition. The smooth combat trigger and target hammer retain full black finish. The textured laminated hardwood factory combat grips feature laser engraved S&W monograms and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a fiber optic semi-ramp front sight and “V” notch micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, spare S&W textured rubber grips, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual, and paperwork. A favorite with adventurers in bear country. (8A11591-29) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1350. HIGH STANDARD MILITARY MODEL “THE VICTOR” SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #2306710, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided barrel with an excellent bore. This 1972 Hamden, Connecticut-manufactured Model 107 remains in excellent condition showing little use. It retains about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks. The trigger and safety retain full gold finish while the magazine catch retains bold case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable black blade rear sight, multi groove ventilated steel rib, stippled straps, is factory drilled and tapped for barrel weights (not provided), and the gun is marked “THE VICTOR” on the barrel. It includes a factory two-piece black box with Styrofoam insert and a factory marked ten-round magazine with plastic floorplate extension. A beautiful example. (8A11493-123) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1351. HIGH STANDARD MILITARY MODEL “THE VICTOR” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #ML03598, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided barrel with an excellent bore. This mid-1970’s Hamden, Connecticut-manufactured pistol remains in as-new condition. It retains about 99% plus original blue with a few minor handling marks. The trigger, safety, and magazine catch retain full gold finish. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable black blade rear sight, three groove solid aluminum rib, stippled straps, retains a factory barrel weight, and the gun is marked “THE VICTOR” on the barrel. It includes a factory black box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a factory ten-round magazine with steel floorplate extension, manual, and paperwork. An excellent addition for your collection. (8A11493-24) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1352. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N322699, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely mid-1970s revolver remains in excellent condition, retaining about 97% original blue with all the loss to very light oxidation staining on the serrated backstrap and a few minor handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in very good condition with a few minor chips and dings on the toe. This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and white outline adjustable rear sight. An excellent example of the famed “44 Magnum”. (8A11523-88) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1353. HIGH STANDARD MILITARY ISU OLYMPIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #2483142, 22 Short, 6 3/4” tapered barrel with integral muzzle stabilizer with an excellent bore. This lovely Olympic has seen only light use since leaving the factory in 1975. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finish showing a couple of light dings on the slide and a few other minor handling and wear marks. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate about excellent with minor handling marks. The trigger, thumb safety, and magazine catch retain full blue color. This gun features a Patridge front sight, bridge mounted adjustable rear sight, includes a single large and small barrel weight, the straps are stippled, and the target trigger features an overtravel stop. It includes a single factory magazine that has been later pinned to five-round capacity. An excellent Olympic for the collector or shooter. (8A11493-15) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1354. HIGH STANDARD MILITARY MODEL “THE VICTOR” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #ML47027, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided barrel with an excellent bore.

This late-1970’s E. Hartford, Connecticut-manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finish with a few light handling marks. The trigger, safety, and magazine catch retain full gold finish. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable black blade rear sight, three groove ventilated aluminum rib, stippled straps, retains a factory barrel weight, and the gun is marked “THE VICTOR” on the barrel. It includes a single factory ten-round magazine with steel floorplate extension. An excellent addition for your collection that can stand the occasional range trip. (8A11493-132) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1355. HIGH STANDARD SUPERMATIC CITATION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #1424082, 22 LR, 8” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This fine Model 104 remains in excellent condition showing light use. The metal surfaces of this 1965-manufactured pistol retain about 99% original blue showing scattered light handling marks and minor edge wear.

The target trigger, thumb safety, and magazine catch retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered plastic factory grips feature gold High Standard eagle medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, small and large barrel weight, factory muzzle stabilizer, and serrated straps. The slide stop spring is missing but readily available. It includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A nice “Space Gun” for the collector or shooter. (8A11493-67) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1356. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #A582886, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 41 shows light use and retains about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The checkered laminated walnut factory wraparound grips feature ambidextrous finger / thumb rest and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight and black blade adjustable rear sight. It includes a single ten-round factory marked magazine. A favorite pistol with the Bullseye shooting crowd. (8A11710-29) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1357. SMITH & WESSON K-22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #K259354, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely mid-1950’s five-screw revolver shows light use and retains about 99% original blue with light edge wear and a few light handling marks. The service trigger and .500” target hammer retain robust case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, no extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition with few minor handling marks. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A wonderful pre-Model 17. (8A11672-2) {C&R} (800/1200)

1358. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1913 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #864, 35 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Second Model 1913 remains in wonderful condition and retains about 98% original blue showing light edge wear, scattered flecks of brown, and the top of the rear sight has toned to plum. The smooth walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights, rocker safety on the backstrap, and plunger-style safety on the frontstrap although this safety only needs to be pushed straight back to fire. It includes a single factory sevenround magazine. A fine example of the “Model 35” pistol. (8A10826-540) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1359. COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #32349, 38 ACP, 4 1/2” barrel with a moderately frosted bore showing strong rifling its entire length.

This 1914-manufactured Pocket Hammer has seen honest use. It retains about 40% original blue, the slide toned to mostly brown with a few spots of original blue while the frame retain strong blue, most of the loss on the straps and edges. The surfaces show stains from oxidation, scattered light pitting on the slide, and handling marks. The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature a Rampant Colt, “COLT”, and remain in very good condition with handling marks. This gun features a tapered half-moon front sight, rounded drift adjustable “U” notch rear sight, spur hammer, the pistol is mechanically functional, and the markings remain crisp. It includes a factory seven-round magazine with no markings on the floorplate. An fine example of the Pocket Hammer. (8A11666-55) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1360. DAN WESSON RZ-10 RAZORBACK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #R7046CZ, 10mm Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Razorback remains in excellent condition showing light use. The stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with a few stray handling and assembly marks. The double diamond checkered cocobolo factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a serrated semi-ramp dovetailed front sight, Novak style rear sight, extended thumb safety, checkered flat mainspring housing, long trigger with overtravel stop, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, and flat serrated “Clark” style target rib on the slide. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of Metalform nine-round stainless steel magazines, fired case, manual, and paperwork. As the name implies it should be a great hog gun. (8A11757-21) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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390

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1361. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1903 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #89376, 32 S&W Long, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This Second Change revolver remains in excellent condition showing about 97-98% original blue with light edge wear, a portion of the backstrap toned to brown, and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear and the face of the trigger has toned to pewter. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a brown cloth covered factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled to the gun although the numbers on the back are too worn to discern. The box rates about good showing very light wear, a pair of failed corners on the cover, a failed corner on the box, and several small pieces of the end label are missing. It includes a factory bore brush, U.S.R.A. 20 yard bull’s eye target, and factory cautionary note to wipe the gun down after handling. A very nice example of a Model 1903. (8A10826-273) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1362. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1903 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #192188, 32 S&W Long, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Fifth Change revolver remains in excellent condition with about 97% original blue with light edge wear, light thinning to plum-brown on the straps, and minor handling marks. The smooth service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear.

The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun and it has fixed sights. It includes a brown factory cloth covered hinged box that is correctly end labeled to the gun although the numbers are worn off the bottom. The box rates about good plus with minimal wear although there are a pair of corners that have failed. A very nice Fifth Change. (8A10826402) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1363. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #33548, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely gun shows very little if any use and remains in virtually new condition. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate excellent. The pistol features a Baughman ramp front sight, windage adjustable rear sight, and early-style long extractor. This gun includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked eight-round magazines, and a cleaning rod. An excellent early Model 39. (8A10826-695) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1364. COLT MODEL 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #8898, 380 ACP, 3 3/4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing very light scattered oxidation blemishes but strong rifling throughout. This 1911-manufactured pistol remains in fine condition and retains about 95% original blue showing edge wear, a few areas of thinning finish, a few dings on the slide by the muzzle, and scattered freckling on the straps.

The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature a Rampant Colt, “COLT”, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features fixed sights and no magazine safety. It includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine. A fine Model 1908 that stand the occasional range trip. (8A11766-17) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1365. SCARCE & EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #247659, 32 S&W, scarce 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Fourth Model revolver remains in wonderful condition, retaining about 98% original nickel finish with a tiny spot of oxidized pinprick pitting at the muzzle, a few scattered scratches, and other handling marks. The triggerguard and top latch retain full blue while the trigger and hammer have robust case-hardened colors. The un-numbered smooth mother-of-pearl factory grips feature gold S&W medallions, they fit the frame seamlessly, and remain in wonderful condition. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, it has the correct fixed sights, and barrel to frame fit is tight. A wonderful example that appears to be unfired. (8A10826-285) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1366. SMITH & WESSON 38 SECOND MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #539, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This lovely gun shows light use and retains about 99% original nickel finish showing scattered light freckling, handling marks, and few very light dings. The hammer retains strong case-hardened colors showing moderate operational marks while the trigger retains strong blue showing slight wear. The un-numbered diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, have toned to brown, and remain in excellent condition. The barrel and top latch are numbered to the gun while the cylinder is numbered to another gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, it has a pinned half-moon front sight, and fixed rear sight.

A very nice Second Model. (8A10826-506) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1367. HIGH STANDARD ISU OLYMPIC CITATION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #819016, 22 Short, 6 3/4” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This Model 102 shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing light handling marks. The target trigger and magazine catch retain beautiful case-hardened colors while the thumb safety retains full blue. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature gold High Standard eagle medallions and remain in excellent condition with minor handling marks. This gun features a Patridge front sight, slide mounted adjustable rear sight, has early “OLYMPIC CITATION” marking, it is factory cut for a muzzle stabilizer, and is factory drilled and tapped for barrel weights. The slide catch spring is missing but they are readily available. It includes a single scarce cadmium-plated factory marked ten-round magazine. An excellent example of the Olympic. (8A11493-193) {C&R} (800/1200)

1368. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON

serial #5628163, 30-06, 24” 5-55 dated HRA barrel with a bright very good bore with some pinprick pitting in the grooves but strong rifling throughout, the muzzle showing some light wear and handling marks that likely should be addressed. The metal surfaces of this mid 1950’s rifle retain about 70% original Parkerized finish with light to moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, areas of thinning and toning to brown, and light handling marks scattered throughout. The walnut stock is in about very good condition with a pair of smoothed over chips at the bottom edge of the handguard, some cracks in the forward handguard, arsenal quality repairs on the toeline and base of the rear handguard, and numerous dings and light handling marks scattered throughout.

The stock retains a softened 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp and a circled “P” inside the pistolgrip, otherwise remaining unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and all of the small parts are properly HRA-marked including the windage knob. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, serialized to the rifle, and a contemporary manual. An honest example of an H&R M1 rifle. (14A11700-75) {C&R} (800/1200)

1369. U.S. M1 CARBINE BY INLAND DIVISION serial #6307371, 30 Carbine, 18” Inland Division barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% arsenal gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, some spots of light oxidation nearer the muzzle, and some light handling marks. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good plus condition with some light abrasions on the stock nose, a few light dings, and scattered light handling marks. The stock is lightly “W” marked in the sling cut with a crisp Ordnance Wheel stamped on the right side of the buttstock, and the bottom of the pistolgrip bears a yellow stenciled “20”; the handguard appears entirely unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the bolt is made by Quality Hardware, the recoil plate is Winchester-marked, and the remaining marked parts are properly Inland made. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, round bolt, rotary safety, Type V operating slide, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an AI-marked 15-round magazine showing general light wear. A nice arsenal refurbished M1 carbine from the forerunner of all M1 carbine contractors. (14A11700-11) {C&R} (800/1200)

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1370. BAVARIAN M1 CARBINE

BY WINCHESTER serial #1213680, 30 Carbine, 18” Winchester barrel with some moderate tool marks a few inches from the muzzle in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The barreled action of this Oberbayern Forestry Police used carbine retain about 85-90% dark gray Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, general light wear on the barrel, and some light handling marks, and the trigger housing retains 98% gray-green Parkerized finish with touches of light wear and some light oil stains. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in very good condition with numerous light handling marks and a few light dings scattered throughout, the stock clearly stamped “8443” in the sling cut with the faint remnants of a “WRA / GHD” cartouche and Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the butt; the handguard is “OI” marked. A name tape has been added to the underside of the forend reading “HARTL HUBERT”. The original receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the bolt and recoil plate are Winchester-made with the remaining marked paarts from a variety of contractors, and the top of the receiver next to the bolt is neatly marked “BAVARIA FORESTRY POLICE-O”. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, and a Type I barrel band. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to the rifle; no magazine is present.

A solid refurbished carbine, later used by the Bavarians to patrol the large swathes of their forests. (14B11700-20) {C&R} (800/1200)

1371. L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #RE74226, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 32” nitro steel barrels choked full in both with bright very good plus to near excellent bores with a couple raised light dings nearer the muzzles and some stubborn wad residue in both. The barrels about 65-70% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with general light wear drifting to gray-brown, some silvering at the edges of the breeches and muzzles, and scattered light handling marks. The frame retains about 90% original case-hardening with the lockplates drifting more to gray with vibrant case color around and atop the fences, otherwise showing light oxidation staining along the underside and light silvering on the high edges. The long tang triggerguard and forend metal have toned to a gunmetal gray patina with remnants of blue on the triggerguard and spots toning to brown. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and beavertail forend are in very good condition with an about 1” tight crack at the rear of the left lockplate, an about 1 1/2” crack at the rear of the forend latch, a neat filler-repair on the forend woodline, softened checkering, and light dings and handling marks scattered throughout including some softened abrasions along the toeline. The stock features a neatly spliced comb and is fit with a Hawkins ventilated recoil pad giving an about 14 3/8” length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 1 9/16”. The Specialty Grade scroll engraving with flying duck right and pair of partridge left remains crisp, the barrel markings mildly softened in spots but still readily legible, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up with the right barrel just a hair off-face, a bare sliver of light visible between the breech and the standing breech, and the lever coming to rest at center. It features a Hunter One trigger, nonautomatic safety, mechanical hammers, ejectors, and is sighted with dual ivory beads. According to the consignor’s notes, this classic trap shotgun was owned by Durward Kirby, a television host and announcer best remembered for The Garry Moore Show and Candid Camera. (14B11666-4) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1372. DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL serial #8665i, 30 Luger, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a lone speck of oxidation about mid bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92-95% interwar factory-refurbished rust blue with some light wear on the high edges and contact points, light thinning at the right rear of the frame, two spots of loss on the right of the receiver, and some scattered minor handling marks. The strawed parts retain about 98% bright color with some light silvering at the edges, and the toggle pins and sear spring retain vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in near excellent condition with a small handful of lightly chipped points and are unmarked on the inside, and the left grip screws retains excellent fire blue while the right shows some moderate wear at its center with good color at the edges. The DWM monogram is intact and crisp, the “(crown) / N” on the receiver and barrel are strong while the one on the toggle is softened, and the numbered parts are all matching to the pistol; the firing pin is un-grooved and unnumbered. The pistol retains the standard open sights, and included is an unmarked, bright-bodied wood-base magazine showing mild staining and handling marks on the body. A lovely commercially reworked pistol from the interwar period. (14A11199-4) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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1373. CUSTOM WINCHESTER PRE ’64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #41192, 22 Hornet, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent professionally relined bore. The barrel appears to have been sourced from a Model 54 with the original marking polished and restamped with Model 70 markings, as said markings are clearer than their companions and the underside of the barrel is “33” dated, a point prior to Model 70 manufacturing. The metal surfaces retain about 99% professionally reapplied blue, polished on the barrel and bottom metal and matte on the receiver, with a touch of operational wear on the races, a minor handling mark or two, and a few hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The bolt body is nicely jeweled and the high edges of the blue bolt handle shows light silvering. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock with ebony forend cap is in excellent condition with a couple lightly chipped points in otherwise robust checkering and a few easily missed minor handling marks, the checkered steel widow’s peak buttplate intact and retaining about 97% reapplied blue with a spot of wear at the heel. The Winchester model and caliber marking is crisp along the left side of the barrel, the right side showing a faded “MADE IN USA WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. / —"NEW HAVEN, CONN.—PATENTED—“, the underside showing “22H” in addition to the “33” date, and the receiver markings are intact and clear; the bolt is unmarked. The rifle is sighted with a hooded ramped bead front sight and a folding square notch rear sight, and the receiver is drilled and tapped with a pair of holes on each ring, the rear pair with an about 1/4” hole between them. Included are a pair of Redfield rings and bases. An attractive custom Model 70, originally made in 1941. (14A11684-4) {C&R} (800/1200)

1374. WINCHESTER PRE ’64 MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #448809, 270 Win, 22” barrel with a bright very good bore with scattered light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1959-made rifle retain about 90% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, mild thinning on the receiver, some light handling marks, and the magazine floorplate has toned to a silvery patina. The bolt remains bright with light operational wear and some scattered gray freckling. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a few light dings and handling marks and light wear to the checkering, the checkered hard rubber buttplate intact and showing general light wear; the stock shows the beginnings of some nice grain figure around the floorplate. The factory markings are intact and crisp, and the bolt is unnumbered; the rear action screw shows slot wear. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but is factory drilled and tapped for optics mounting, the forward Redfield base still mounted to the receiver as one screw is stripped and will require attention to remove. Included is a Redfield 2-7x40mm with clear glass and a duplex reticle, showing a few light handling marks, and the remaining Redfield base and Leupold rings. A solid Winchester rifle that should still perform well. (14A11692-3) {C&R} (800/1200)

1375. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE

serial #81497, 44 W.C.F., 24” octagon barrel with a full magazine and a fair bore with a lengthy moderate tool mark about 3”-4” from the muzzle, otherwise showing scattered light pitting but strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1897-made rifle retain about 95% reapplied blue, appearing stronger under ambiently light, largely toning to a warm brown under bright light wear light thinning, light operational wear on the magazine tube, and scattered previous pinprick and light pitting; the locking bolts are bright at the exposed points. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in near excellent condition as lightly cleaned and with an added glossy finish, showing a minor handling mark or two and the wood to metal fit leaving small gaps in spots; the curved steel buttplate is retained via contemporary Phillips head screws.

The two-line barrel address and tang markings are intact and crisp while the caliber mark and serial number show sections softened and lightly obscured by pitting, and the majority of the screws show light to moderate slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a combination front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, the action notably smooth, and the hammer spring is perhaps lighter than normal. Included is a copy of a factory letter from the Cody Firearms Museum serialized to this rifle, noting its serial number being applied on September 22, 1897, confirming it as a takedown rifle, and that it was received at the warehouse on February 17, 1898 and shipped out on March 2, 1898. (14A11523-50) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)

1376. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #A484830, 22 LR, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with perhaps a minor handling mark. The checkered finger / thumb rest walnut grips rate near excellent. The pistol features a loaded chamber indicator, Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight and comes with two 10-round factory magazines, factory box numbered to the gun that is in good overall condition. This late 70’s manufactured pistol is a favorite amongst the target shooting community and remains in a fine state of condition. (10A11690-38) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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1377. KIMBER MODEL 84L CLASSIC BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #KL01428, 25-06 Rem, 24” barrel with bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new-in-box long action rifle retain 99% original matte blue with an unobtrusive handling mark or two. The select French walnut checkered pistolgrip stock with ebony tip and gripcap rates excellent with a couple of very minor handling marks scattered about. The rifle features an adjustable trigger, 3-position safety, and is factory equipped with two-piece bases and comes with a set of 1” diameter rings with no other provisions for sights. Included is its factory box numbered to the gun with manual and related paperwork, and cable lock with keys.

A like new example of these classic-style hunting rifles. (10A11791-2) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1378. CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 88 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #H244585, 284 Win, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The open sights are removed with the dovetail blank polished to follow the contour of the barrel. The barrel retains 95% nicely restored blue while the action retains a similar amount of original blue. The nice quality custom checkered walnut pistolgrip stock with raised right side cheek piece and contrasting forend tip rates excellent with a few scattered light handling marks. The steel checkered Niedner-style buttplate and steel pistolgrip cap remain in excellent condition. The rifle is sighted with a Bushnell Banner 6x scope with duplex reticle mounted on a Weaver base, in factory holes. This rifle is quite handsome, chambered in the desirable 284 Win and comes with a single four round factory magazine. (10A11757-55) {C&R} (800/1200)

1379. EXCELLENT HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON TRAPPER MODEL REVOLVER serial #128562, 22 RF, 6” octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely little Trapper is as-new-in-box some interesting notoriety. It was featured on the cover of 2002 12th Edition of the Standard Catalogue of Firearms with an acknowledgement inside the cover as having been from the Richard Littlefield collection. The photos included the box and shipping sleeve with the postage stamps clearly visible (it can be viewed on 2002 Standard Catalogue of Firearms Internet Archive). This revolver retains about 99% original blue. The trigger retains full blue while the hammer has rich case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory “saw handle” grips rate excellent. This gun features a half-moon German silver front sight, fixed rear sight, loading trough, and removable base pin for unloading and ejecting cases. It includes a factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, the surfaces are blue cloth covered with gold H&R logos. It remains in excellent condition. It also includes the original shipping sleeve shown on the cover of the publication with H&R logo tape, a pair of five cent stamps and a shipping label for William F. Flynn & Son, Attleboro, Massachusetts. A superb Trapper with nice provenance. (8B11777-71) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (800/1200)

1380. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM serial #5541f, 9mm, 4” barrel with a good bore with light pitting but evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1915dated pistol retain about 85% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, wear on the gripstraps toning to brown, moderate thinning on the receiver, and some light handling marks. The strawed parts retain very good coloring mellowing lightly to a silvery patina, save the trigger which has worn near completely to a silvery patina with a fine freckling, and the toggle pins and sear spring show vibrant fire blue with light wear on the pins. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with general light wear and softening of the checkering, and both panels are numbered to the pistol.

The metal markings are intact and clear with the DWM monogram on the toggle and Imperial German proofs on the receiver, the eagle firing proof on the barrel only partially visible, and all the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, save for the grooved firing pin which is numbered “34”; the rear toggle pin is unnumbered. The pistol retains the standard open sights. Included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine in very good condition with spots of pinprick and light pitting, and the base is faintly numbered “6179u” above “+”. An attractive WWI-vintage P.08 Luger pistol. (14A11810-4) {C&R} (800/1200)

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1381. GERMAN P.08 LUGER 42-CODED PISTOL

BY MAUSER serial #2613n, 9mm, 4” barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this 41-dated and 42-coded pistol retain about 98% arsenal-quality reapplied blue with a few light handling marks, the rear of the upper receiver toning lightly plum, and scattered remnants of previous pinprick and light pitting; the ejector has toned to a pleasant plum. The checkered walnut grips are in very good plus to near excellent condition with a few chipped points of checkering and a tiny sliver on the edge of the left panel, neither panel are numbered but the right panel is marked with a large “W” and a small “(eagle) / 655” waffenamt on the backside. All the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the grooved firing pin, and appear to have been restruck along with the date and maker codes. The receiver and barrel are marked with “655” waffenamts and eagle firing proofs, those on the receiver softened but still legible. The pistol retains the standard open sights. Included is a blued-bodied, aluminum-base, fxo-coded magazine showing light handling marks primarily along the base, and is unnumbered but marked “P08” next to the spine. A refurbished WWII Luger pistol for the collector. (14A11810-2) {C&R} (800/1200)

1382. SCARCE RUGER 10/22 SEMIAUTO CARBINE serial #290-00142, 22 WMR, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This desirable little carbine comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”.

This carbine remains as-new-in-box, with the metal surfaces toning lightly to plum. This gun retains the standard open sights and integral target blocks and the single extractor is present and functions as it should. Included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, new-in-box Ruger rings, manual, paperwork, and a single 9-round factory magazine. This magnum variation of the venerated 10/22 was produced from 1998-2006, in numbers estimated around 45,000 units compared to the monstrous 7+ million produced of the long rifle equivalent; this first-year-of-production gun appears just as it left the factory and makes a lovely find for the Ruger collector or lover of the 10/22. (26A11655-19) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (800/1200)

1383. RUGER MINI-14 RANCH NRA-ILA SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #NRA800142, 223 Remington, 16 1/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Limited Edition NRA-ILA Commemorative comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s nowdefunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. The rifle rates excellent overall, with the metal surfaces retaining 99% original blue, showing some light operational wear along the bolt with a minor fleck of oxidation on the side of the rear sight assembly and otherwise remaining excellent. The Hogue OverMolded stock rates excellent showing little if any wear and features a gold NRA medallion inlaid into the grip cap. This rifle retains the standard open sights and includes its original factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, alongside new-in-box Ruger rings, manual, paperwork, 20-round factory magazine, original factory hangtag, and a factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in March of 2008. A nice Mini-14 commemorating the NRA’s Institute for Legislative Action. (26A11655-20) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (800/1200)

1384. EXCELLENT RUGER MINI-14 RANCH RIFLE serial #580-00142, 223 Rem, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Mini comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. The matte stainless steel surfaces remain excellent and the checkered black polymer stock shows little if any wear. This 2005-manufactured rifle includes the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, sight tool, new-in-box Ruger rings, factory hangtags, and a single 5-round factory magazine. (26A11655-21) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (800/1200)

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1385. EARLY RUGER GUNSITE SCOUT BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #680-00142, 308 Win, 18 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore and factory flash hider. This Model #06803 rifle comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark, and retains virtually all of its factory matte blue. The checkered gray laminate stock rates excellent and it retains its open sights, integral ring mounts, and factory barrel-mounted Picatinny rail. This early Gunsite Scout includes its factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, alongside the manual, paperwork, Ruger rings and hardware, triggerlock, buttpad spacers, factory hangtag, and a single first-generation factory 10-round matte blue magazine which rates excellent. These handy and capable rifles were designed in collaboration with Gunsite Training Center as an embodiment of Jeff Cooper’s “scout rifle” concept, and while equivalents remain in production, the “Gunsite” designation and rollmark and M1A-style magazine have both been discontinued, and are already enjoying increased collector interest. (26A1165523) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (800/1200)

1386. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #219755, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few scattered pinprick pits with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain 9293% lovely original blue, showing scattered light handling wear and mild oxidation staining, visible chiefly under direct light and focused around the gripstrap and cylinder. The hammer and trigger have toned to a gunmetal patina showing mild case-hardened colors and a few scattered flecks of oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber grips with S&W logos remain in excellent overall condition with the main apology being slight discoloration between the two panels, with the right panel showing a lighter brown then the left, but with minimal handling wear to speak of on either. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector displays robust function. Included is a hinged brown Smith & Wesson box for this revolver’s counterpart with 3 1/2" barrel, which remains excellent overall showing light interior soiling but remaining overall solid with end and inner labels remaining legible. A handsome Fourth Model with plenty of condition left, sure to please the Smith & Wesson collector. (26A10826-272) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1387. SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #160927, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few scattered areas of pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This handsome Second Model revolver retains 99% original nickel finish, showing only very light handling wear with a few flecks of scattered oxidation staining. The triggerguard and rear sight latch retain generous original blue showing minimal oxidation staining under direct light and the trigger has toned to a handsome gunmetal patina and shows handsome case-hardened colors. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent, remaining a deep handsome black and showing little if any handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and ejector function remains robust. Included is the original hinged green box, internally and end-labeled to the gun, which remains in remarkable condition for its age, rating excellent and showing only a few negligible spots of edge wear and soiling. Examples in this condition are seldom-encountered, doubly so with the original box, making this an exciting opportunity for the collector. (26A10826-289) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1388. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #53555, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few light areas of pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain 98% original nickel finish, showing a few scattered light handling marks and oxidation staining visible under direct light focused chiefly on the right flank of the muzzle. The hammer, trigger, and triggerguard have toned overall to a smoky gunmetal patina with the hammer and trigger showing handsome muted case-hardened colors and the triggerguard retaining generous original blue. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent, remaining a deep and handsome black and showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly, and included is the original hinged cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to this revolver, which remains in excellent overall condition with minimal soiling or edge wear. A lovely 38 DA for the Smith & Wesson enthusiast. (26A10826-673) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1389. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #448, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain 97% thinning original nickel, showing scattered light handling wear and light oxidation staining visible through the areas of loss. The hammer, trigger, and triggerguard have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina and show some muted case-hardened coloring throughout. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent overall, showing minimal handling wear with only some mild softening and toning to a deep chocolate brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector remains robust with strong spring and snap. Included is a hinged brown cardboard box for the 4” counterpart to this revolver which remains in excellent overall condition showing only minimal edge and corner wear with some light fraying of the end label. A nice First Model for the collector. (26A10826-270) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1390. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #21087, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a good bore showing scattered pitting and oxidation throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this Second Model revolver 98% original nickel finish, showing a few scattered light handling marks with a few flecks of oxidation staining visible under direct light. The hammer, trigger, and triggerguard have toned to a brown patina showing muted case-hardened colors and retaining some original blue in the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing minimal handling wear and toning to a deep, handsome brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector remains functional if not slightly sluggish, and included is the original hinged brown cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to this revolver, which remains in an excellent state of condition with minimal wear or soiling. A lovely boxed Second Model.

(26A10826-249) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1391. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #346240, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Fourth Model remains in excellent condition retaining 99% original nickel finish, showing only a few scattered very light handling marks with a fleck or two of light oxidation staining. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky patina showing handsome case-hardened colors; the triggerguard shows minimal wear and retains 98% original blue while the rear sight latch retains roughly half of its original blue showing speckled oxidation staining throughout. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing only some mild two-tone discoloration under direct light.

Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap. Included is the original hinged black cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, which remains excellent with minimal soiling or edge wear and contains period cleaning tool, brush, and paperwork. An excellent boxed Fourth Model. (26A10826-657) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1392. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #297258, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain 92% original nickel, showing light handling wear and flecks of scattered oxidation staining with some bubbling and flaking concentrated along the barrel rib and front sight.

The triggerguard retains generous original blue and shows some silvering and finish loss throughout, possibly the remnant of a chemical interaction, and the trigger and hammer have both toned to a gunmetal patina and show light oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, showing little if any handling wear and toning largely to a deep brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and ejector function remains robust, and included is the original hinged brown cardboard box which remains excellent overall showing only light soiling and edge wear. Interestingly, this revolver’s serial number range would normally identify it as a Third Model, whereas the integrated front sight blade and barrel markings present on this example would more correctly assert that it is a Fifth Model. A charming 32 DA. (26A10826-277) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1393. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #416199, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain 93% original blue, showing scattered light handling marks and high edge silvering with oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss focused chiefly along the flanks of the barrel. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky brown patina showing handsome case-hardened colors and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent overall showing minimal handling wear with mild panel-to-panel discoloration. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap.

Included is the original hinged green cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, and remaining excellent overall with minimal soiling or edge wear. A charming Fourth Model DA. (26A10826-269) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1394. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER WITH LONDON RETAILER MARKINGS serial #109182, 32 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. This fine No. 1 1/2 retains 98% nickel finish, likely period-added and expertly polished by English retailer Watson & Son of 313 High Holborn, London, whose marking can be found remaining crisp and excellent along the backstrap. It shows only a few scattered light handing marks, with some areas of old dried lubricant in the protected areas and the main apology being some edge wear and flaking around the muzzle toning to gunmetal. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky brown patina and the smooth rosewood grips remain excellent for their age showing only light softening and handling marks. Barrel address and retailer markings remain crisp while the serial number has begun to soften, and timing and lockup appear sound. This is a lovely no-frills example of a London-retailed No. 1 1/2 in a fine state of condition. (26A10826416) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1395. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #156959, 32 S&W, scarce 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing only light frosting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain perhaps 90% original nickel finish, showing scattered handling and high edge wear throughout with the balance of the cylinder toning to an oxidized brown patina, thinning lightly on the barrel with flecks of light bubbling throughout. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina with the hammer showing remnants of case-hardened coloring and the triggerguard and rear sight latch toning to an even brown. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent overall, showing minimal handling wear with light softening and toning to a deep brown. The front sight blade appears to be a later-added replacement, timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector remains functional though returns slugglishly or not at all, and the barrel address marking remains largely crisp and legible with some mild softening through the top line. A slightly salty Fourth Model in a desirable configuration. (26A10826-688) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

399

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1396. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #277756, 32 S&W, 6” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few pinprick pits with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model retain perhaps 90% original thinning blue with loss focused along the gripstrap, cylinder flats, and flanks of the muzzle, showing scattered handling and high edge wear throughout with oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a gunmetal patina showing muted case-hardened colors and the smooth mother-of-pearl grips with S&W medallions remain excellent, showing snug fit and minimal handling wear throughout with the main apology being two 1” checks flanking the screw escutcheon on the right panel. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector remains functional if sluggish. A nice Fourth Model in a desirable barrel length. (26A10826-250) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1397. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER serial #13912, 22 RF, 3 3/8” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Second Model retain 97% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks throughout with some bubbling and flaking present throughout the cylinder and frame with very faint oxidation staining in the areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina showing handsome case-hardened colors, the knurled knobs along the cylinder rod show some remnants of original fading blue, and the checkered hard rubber grips rate very good, showing only light handling wear throughout with a 1/2" round chip appearing to have been skillfully repaired at the toe of the right panel. Timing and lockup appear sound and barrel markings remain crisp. A fine Second Model.

(26A10826-529) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1398. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH REVOLVER serial #16487, 22 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Third Model retain 98% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks with some flaking and bubbling and a few areas of loss toning to a gunmetal patina. The hammer and trigger have toned to a grayish brown patina showing remnants of case-hardened colors and the smooth walnut grips with S&W medallions remain excellent overall showing only minimal handling wear. The barrel markings remain crisp and timing and lockup appear sound. A fine Third Model. (26A10826-537) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1399. RUGER BLACKHAWK “FLATTOP” SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #19979, 44 Magnum, scarce 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1959manufactured revolver retain 99% original blue and black anodized finishes, toning lightly to plum and showing little handling wear with a few flecks of finish missing from the crest of the hammer showing to gunmetal. It has been equipped with genuine stag grips which rate excellent, showing handsome bark along the bottoms of both panels with little if any handling wear, the panels inlaid with handsome custom medallions depicting an enameled “Red Eagle” on a silver background which are quite skillfully executed, and the only real apology is varying degrees of fit leading to some areas fitting shyly and others standing proud. It retains the original micro adjustable rear sight and serrated ramp front and timing and lockup appear sound. Note that this example has been equipped with Ruger’s transfer bar safety upgrade, with the original parts being included alongside a factory hinged yellow box, devoid of any end-labels but likely contemporary to the rework, and paperwork sans manual. An excellent “flattop” for the Ruger collector. (26A11759-8) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1400. CUSTOM VOLQUARTSEN ULTRALITE SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #FT00664, 22 LR, 16 1/2” Ultralite lightweight THM tension carbon fiber barrel with compensator and a bright, excellent bore. The stainless steel and aluminum alloy metal rates excellent with only a few light handling marks. The rifle is seated in a custom blue-gray laminate hardwood thumbhole target stock that rates excellent with a few light handling marks and is fitted with a Pachmayr White Line slim rifle pad. The rifle’s features include a full picatinny receiver mount, TG2000 trigger, and an oversized magazine release. Included are two Ruger BX-15 15 round magazines. A terrific custom example of these super high-quality Ruger 10/22 clones. (4A11698-12) {MODERN} (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

400

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1401. IZHMASH SAIGA 12 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN

serial #H09412951, 12 ga (3”), 19” barrel choked improved cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original matte black finish with light handling marks and high edge wear, and dual lines of silvering from safety manipulation. This tactically styled shotgun features an ERGO pistolgrip stock, a Chaos Titan aluminum quad rail forend and top rail system, and a Magpul 5-position collapsible buttstock which are in near excellent condition with a few light handling marks scattered about. The factory markings are intact and clear, and the numbered parts are matching to the receiver. The shotgun is sighted with a set of Chaos H&K-style open front post and rear diopter sights that are mounted to the top rail, and a side rail for optics mounting. Many of the internal parts have been replaced with premium upgrades including the trigger assembly, triggerguard, Saiga 12 custom bolt hold open kit, a RAM magazine release, gas nut assembly, and safety assembly most of which were acquired from Carolina Shooters Supply. The original parts are included. Additionally, an M3 tactical light, a single 5-round magazine, the manual, a vented barrel shroud, and some smaller ERGO tools including: a forend pick tool, set of two handrail stops, and a spare pistolgrip plug are also included. This is an excellent, nicely upgraded, example of these popular tactical shotguns imported by Legion USA. See the additional magazines available in our Timed auction. (4A11698-13) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1402. BROWNING AUTO-5 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN BY FABRIQUE NATIONALE serial #441156, 12 ga (2 3/4"), 30” solid rib barrel choked full with an excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue toning to brown with some light handling marks and some light operational wear throughout. The bolt remains mostly bright with some light patina and light grease staining. The barrel is marked with the FN address, the receiver has the factory FN logo stamped above the serial number and Browning trademark logo with bust of John Browning on the left side. The checkered walnut stocks rate near excellent with some light dings and other handling marks. The buttstock features a round knob pistolgrip and its original hard rubber buttplate with a slight chip at its toe. The rib is equipped with a single silver bead front sight. The action appears to function correctly and overall this 1954-production, Belgian-made example would make a fine sporting shotgun. (4A11523-6) {C&R} (800/1200)

1403. WEATHERBY MARK XXII SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #N61456, 22 LR, 24” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks and some areas toning lightly to brown. The bolt remains bright with a section of jeweling. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock rates excellent with a few light handling marks. The stock features include skip-line checkering, a rosewood forend tip and gripcap with diamond inlay, swivels and a slim brown rubber rifle pad. The original sights remain intact, minus the front sight hood and the receiver is groove for mounts. Mounted to the receiver is a Weatherby Mark XXII 4x50 riflescope. The scope features a duplex reticle and has bright, clear optics. Included is a single detachable magazine and a Kassnar sporting leather sling. Please note the additional magazines available in the timed sale. An excellent example overall of these classic rimfire sporting rifles. (4A11690-14) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1404. RUGER M77 HAWKEYE 150TH NH FISH & GAME ANNIVERSARY RIFLE

serial #NHFG-0137, 308 Win, 22” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The bead blasted stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with perhaps only a few light handling marks from storage.

The floorplate is factory engraved with foliate patterns that border the 14 karat gold NH Fish & Game 150th Anniversary logo in center and is numbered “137 of 150”. The checkered American walnut stock rates excellent and is very blonde in color, a nice change from the more ruddy browns typically seen in the M77 series rifles.

The receiver is grooved for mounts and there are no provisions for open sights. The original box is included and contains the manual, lock, a set of factory 1” scope rings, and a certificate of authenticity. Only 150 of these special edition rifles were made to celebrate the NH Fish & Games 150th anniversary in 2015. They were sold exclusively through LL Cote, an Errol, NH based north country dealer located in in the White Mountains area of the state. This is an awesome opportunity for any Ruger or NH wildlife enthusiast to own such a limited issue rifle that is in as-new-in-box condition. (4B11599-1) {MODERN} (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

401

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1405. RUGER NO.1-B FALLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #130-42280, 30-06, 26” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with some light handling marks throughout. The frame and lever are toning lightly to plum, the side of the block remains bright. The factory markings all remain crisp. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and semi-beavertail forend are in excellent condition, showing some terrific grain figure in the butt and with sling studs on the toeline and just behind the forend tip. The rifle has no provisions for open sights but features integral scope bases on the quarter rib, and the action appears to function well mechanically. The original box containing a manual, a pair of factory 1” scope rings, and swivels is included. This is an excellent example of these popular single-shot rifles. (4A11792-5) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1406. WINCHESTER PRE ‘64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #167753, 30-06, 24” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this 1950-vintage sporting rifle retain about 93-95% original blue lightly toning to brown with some light handling wear and some areas of light surface oxidation and some fine pitting throughout. The checkered steel buttplate shows more moderate pitting towards its heel. The bolt shows an older jeweling with some mottled gray mixing through, the factory numbering is no longer visible on its underside.

The checkered walnut stock rates very good with some light dings and handling marks and some areas of light to more moderate flaking to what appears to be the original varnish. The original sights remain intact, including the front sight hood. The receiver is tapped for mounts, its holes remain vacant. This is a very shootable example of these classic sporting rifles. (4A11649-12) {C&R} (800/1200)

1407. SAKO FORESTER SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #21323, 243 Win, 23” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue toning and flaking to brown with some light handling marks, high edge wear, and some specks of light surface oxidation scattered throughout. The bolt body remains bright and is electro-pencil numbered to the receiver. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock rates near excellent with some light dings and other handling marks. The stock features a capped pistolgrip, swivels, and an added White Line vented recoil pad that is partially collapsed. There are no provisions for open sights, the receiver is grooved for mounts, and included are as set of 1” factory scope rings. A very nice example of these quality Finnish-made sporting rifles that was built on the L579 action and manufactured in 1961. (4A11744-5) {C&R} (800/1200)

1408. PEDERSOLI MISSOURI RIVER HAWKEN PERCUSSION RIFLE

serial #DA123730, .50 cal, 30” octagon barrel with a 1:24” rate of twist and an excellent bore. The barrel retains about 97-98% original brown finish that is mingling with areas of light surface oxidation and some light wear along the edges. The remaining metal surfaces feature the factory case colors with lots of vibrant blues, the edges are more mottled gray and there are also some scattered specks of light oxidation as well. The one-piece European maple stock rates near excellent with just a few light handling marks. The wood features a fiddleback pattern to its grain and a left side cheekrest. The original sights have been replaced and the barrel is now equipped with a Skinner brass blade partridge front sight and rear peep sight. The rear sight dovetail has been filled with a slot blank. The lock and double set triggers function correctly, and the original hardwood ramrod is included. This is a fine example of these quality, modern blackpowder rifles capable of handling conical and sabot projectiles while being styled after the plains rifles from the 1840’s -1860’s. (4A11718-7) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1409. BROWNING BAR GRADE II SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #23646M70, 30-06, 22” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this classic 1970-vintage sporting rifle retain about 98-99% original blue lightly toning to brown and with some light handling marks, mostly on the underside of the barrel toward the muzzle. The polished crown and bolt remain bright. The receiver features the factory open scroll pattern engraving with a pronghorn on the right and elk on the left. The checkered walnut stocks rate excellent with few small handling marks. The original sights remain intact, minus the front sight hood. Mounted to the receiver is a Bushnell Scopechief IV 2.75X riflescope. The scope features a crosshair reticle with clear optics. Included are a set of sling swivels and a single detachable internal box magazine.

A fine example overall of these Belgian-made sporting rifles. (4A11763-1) {C&R} (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

402

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1410. RUGER M77-R BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #73-59202, 358 Win, 22” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue. The receiver is toning to a plum hue, the bolt remains mostly bright with some specks of light staining and gray patina, the underside is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The factory markings remain crisp. The checkered American walnut stock rates excellent featuring a capped pistolgrip, swivel studs, and red recoil pad. There are no provisions for sights, the receiver is grooved for rings. The original box is included and contains a set of factory 1” scope rings and the manual. This is an as-new-in-box example of these fine top tang safety rifles that was made in 1980 and is chambered in a very desirable caliber. (4A11792-4) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1411. WINCHESTER MODEL 62A SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #208242, 22 S,L,LR, 23” round tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1947 manufactured rifle retain about 97-98% original blue with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining, light operational and high edge wear. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and 17-groove forend rate near excellent aside from a few minor handling marks and the checkered Winchester Repeating Arms hard rubber buttplate is excellent. The factory markings are intact and crisp and the rifle is sighted with a bead front and sporting-style rear sight. A handsome rifle that appears to function well mechanically. (10A11523-62) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)

1412. REMINGTON MODEL 81 WOODSMASTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #53804, 30 Rem, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this March 1950 datecoded rifle retain about 95% original blue with overall scattered freckling and light high edge wear with areas thinning to gray-brown under direct light. There are some scattered patches of old oxidation on the forward area of the barrel jacket. The bolt is a pewter gunmetal gray patina with scattered specks of oxidation and all markings are intact and strong. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and forend rate very good with overall handling marks and thinning varnish and the checkered aluminum buttplate is intact. The rifle is sighted with a bead front sight and Marbles adjustable sporting rear and the action appears to function well mechanically. (10A11696-8) {C&R} (800/1200)

1413. STARR ARMS CO. MODEL 1858 DOUBLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #15834, .44 cal., 6” barrel with a very good bore showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of pewter and brown patinas with overall light handling marks and spots of blue remaining in protected areas. All markings remain crisp and all visible numbers are matching. There are crisp cartouches on the one-piece walnut grip and numerous “B” inspector markings throughout.

The action appears to time well and lock up remains tight and this well cared for revolver would make a nice addition to any martial collection. (10B11556-3) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1414. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

serial #270735, 22 Short, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this 1960-vintage rifle retain about 9899% original blue lightly toning to brown and with some scattered light handling marks. The grooved walnut forearm and pistolgrip buttstock rate very good with added finish and some light dings and other handling marks throughout. The original sights remain intact and the receiver is grooved for mounts. The factory markings remain crisp, the left side of the barrel is marked “MODEL 61 / 22 SHORT”, the barrel however is not proofed. Though little production data is known about these later manufactured Model 61’s it is known that those with the single caliber marking demand a premium, and the “22 SHORT” chambered rifles are the most rare. An excellent shooter with some investment potential. (4B11229-27) {C&R} (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

403

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1415. SMITH & WESSON 38/44 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #52130, 38 Special, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver has been factory refurbished in June, 1978, to all its original glory and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% factory restored blue with a few insignificant handling marks and limited areas of pinprick pitting under the new finish. The case-hardened colors on the service trigger have softened to mostly gray with strong swirls toward the top while the hammer has beautiful swirls, only the spur showing any gray tones.

The diamond checkered walnut service grips feature gold S&W medallions, no numbers are visible, and they remain in good to very good condition showing scattered light handling marks, worn diamond points, and a few light scuffs on the edge of the butt. This lovely restored five-screw revolver features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it correctly times and locks up. A beautiful Outdoorsman. (8B11204-36) {C&R} (800/1200)

1416. FACTORY CUSTOM SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #N24932, 45 ACP, 4 1/2” factory cut pinned barrel with a near excellent bore showing a little pinprick pitting. A note attached to this revolver indicates the factory shortened the original barrel to its current length. The work is factory quality although there are no factory rework marks found. It remains in excellent condition and retains about 97% original and reapplied blue (barrel) showing light edge wear and handling marks, the cylinder face lightly cleaned and toning to gunmetal.

The barrel refinish is seamless as to appear original. The .500” target hammer and .500” target trigger retain bold case hardened colors although the hammer is muted from moderate operational wear. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut and remain in excellent condition. The revolver features a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. This gun includes the hang tag that simply notes “FACTORY CUT TO 4 1/2””. An excellent Model of 1955 Heavy Target that should find favor with big bore aficionados and collectors.

(8A11695-7) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1417. REMINGTON-ELLIOT PEPPERBOX DERINGER PISTOL serial #2873, 22 RF, 3” five-barrel cluster with partially bright about good bores showing some patches of moderate oxidation and strong rifling. The barrels of this attractive example retain about 70% original bright blue showing some light oxidation speckling and flaking to mild gray-brown patina. The barrel address and patent markings remain crisp and the frame shows good flakes of original bright blue in the protected areas, mostly flaked and toned to a nice deep smooth gray-brown patina. The ring trigger shows remnants of smoky case-hardening while the trigger bar retains nice fire blue. The smooth rosewood grips rate near excellent with a few scattered light handling marks, the silver bead front sight is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine example of these popular pocket pistols. (13A11777-27) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1418. CUSTOM COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #32864, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Flannery barrel with an excellent bore. This 1913-manufactured pistol has been non-factory refinished and several parts replaced. The metal surfaces retain about 97% restored blue with high edge wear, scattered handling marks and old pitting under the new finish. The grips are contemporary replacement double diamond checkered walnut stocks that remain in excellent condition and follow the Remington UMC checkering pattern. This gun features a Patridge front sight, early-style Elliason adjustable rear sight, the thumb safety, hammer, and slide stop are 1911A1-style replacements, the remaining controls appear correct for the period of manufacture, and the pistol appears to function mechanically. The markings on the slide remain strong while all the factory and ordnance markings on the frame have been removed during the refinish, and the serial number is soft but legible. The pistol includes a single contemporary commercial Colt marked seven-round magazine. This pistol is configured similarly to a Bullseye match pistol of post-WWII. (8B11303-7) {C&R} (800/1200)

SALE NO. 144

404

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1419. GERMAN REVERSE LOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE

BY COSTER .41 cal, 30” slightly swamped octagon barrel with recessed muzzle and a partially bright bore showing some scattered areas of moderate oxidation and good rifling. The barrel has mostly toned to a mix of gunmetal and gray-brown patina showing some scattered old dings and light pitting. There is a bit of moderate oxidation around the ramrod thimbles which show some solder from being reattached. The breech plug, hammer and lockplate all show smoky remnants of case-hardened

colors mixing with mild gray-brown oxidation speckling. There is a tall deflector around the bolster, thin German silver flash plate above the lockplate and the lockplate is rather spartan in construction. The barrel retains strong maker markings “J.C. COSTER IN CASSEL” and the rifle is fitted with an elaborate full finger spur triggerguard that also shows remnants of smoky case-hardening. The smooth walnut buttstock is in Viennese style featuring rounded right side thumbrest and generous dished-out low-slung cheekpiece on the left side. The stock remains in very good plus condition showing somewhat worn finish, a few thin drying cracks and some scattered light dings and handling marks. The wood exhibits some subtle dark line grain figure and the heavy schuetzen buttplate shows nice case-hardened colors. The original u-notch rear sight is intact, the front sight dovetail is vacant and a tubular brass tang sight is somewhat loosely fitted in the base at the tang, its mounting stem a rather ill-fitting replacement. The rear sling swivel has broken long ago. The dual-acting lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically and a simple hickory ramrod is present. A nice example of these interesting wheellocklooking percussion arms. (13B11287-24) {ANTIQUE} [John D. Hamilton Collection] (800/1200)

1420. EARLY BRASS-BARRELED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL BY T. KETLAND & CO. 69 cal, 8 3/4” round barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. The brass barrel and fittings have taken on an attractive deep tarnish toning to a dark grayish ocher patina showing some scattered mild dings and handling marks, the strap of the triggerguard being a lighter goldenrod. There are light embellishments at the breech along with Birmingham proofs and “LONDON” atop. The lockplate is of expected spartan construction with unbridled frizzen and has toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing a bit of old oxidation.

The frizzen is a more modern aged replacement and the cock screw is an old brass screw. The lockplate shows a light foliate motif at the rear and simple line border, the center retaining strong maker markings with “T. / KETLAND / & Co”. Brass fittings consist of a single ramrod thimble with tailpipe, triggerguard with simple foliate finial, buttcap, flat sideplate and monogram plate atop the wrist. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing a little older added finish and otherwise maintains a nice honest appearance with just some scattered light dings and handling marks. Hardware fit remains very nice overall and a simple ramrod is present. The lock holds properly at half cock but does not hold at full. This is a very handsome example of a large bore early Ketland made circa the mid-1790s and were popular imports in Canada and the US for use by militia and as trade goods. (13B11133-3) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1421. FINE WINCHESTER CARTRIDGE BOARD

COLLECTEM

This attractive black and gold wooden framed cartridge board measures 27 7/8” x 40”, with a view of 23 3/8” x 35” and contains 70 different rimfire and centerfire pistol, revolver and rifle cartridges ranging from 22 Short to 458 Winchester.

The cartridges remain in excellent condition with some light tarnish and oxidation and are secured to the board with black elastic cord providing for easy removal. The frame and board remain in excellent condition as well with some minor marks and blemishes from years of hanging. The lower right corner of the board has “Collectem / CARTRIDGE BOARD” Trade Mark logo. The initial search did not provide much information on the Collectem Cartridge Board Co., but it is speculated that this board is a salesman’s aid from the 1950’s – 1960’s. A handsome cartridge board for the cartridge collector or connoisseur of Winchester firearms and accessories. (5A11411-40) (700/900)

SALE NO. 144

405

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1422. BRITISH TRANSITIONAL MODEL BAR HAMMER PERCUSSION REVOLVER .38 cal, 5” part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at the point of transition and a moderately oxidized bore showing generally strong rifling throughout. The barrel, cylinder and other iron components of this revolver show an old light cleaning to pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of pinprick pitting and mixing with pale gray-brown undertones. The cylinder shows period Birmingham proofs and the bow of the guard and hammer are engraved with light foliate embellishments. The German silver frame remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks and is more extensively embellished with light flowing foliate scrollwork and bordering, the backstrap with an oval suitable for a monogram and the left side of the frame with a space of riband that appears to have once had an engraved maker’s name but it is now illegible showing only the remnant edges of a few letters. The smooth walnut grips rate very good with some scattered dings and a repaired lengthwise chip along the right panel. Interestingly, the hammer on this example is offset slightly to the right to allow for a useful u-notch rear sight to be mounted centrally, though the front sight post has worn down almost entirely. The double action mechanism seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A very good example of these interesting British revolvers in a slightly more unusual configuration with its offset hammer. (13B11777-14) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1423. L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #FW172605, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” armor steel barrels choked improved modified and full with bright near excellent bores showing a few sparsely scattered tiny dings. The barrels retain perhaps 75-80% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light with overall toning to a medium gray-brown patina and showing some scattered old surface oxidation. The action and lockplates retain about 80-85% nice original case-hardened colors that remain mostly vibrant showing a little mild brown speckling and most of the loss along the fences and bottom metal toning to a nice silvery case-hardened patina. The triggers, triggerguard and safety retain about 80% original bright blue flaking to gray-brown. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus condition retaining most of their original varnish and showing a couple of minor hairline cracks forming behind the lockplates, a couple tiny flakes around the edges and scattered light dings. The hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact, its screw a later replacement. Length-of-pull to the Sheaffer Bros retailer-marked Pachmayr ventilated red rubber pad is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”. The gun is equipped with automatic safety, double triggers, extractors and medium brass bead front sight. Weight is 7 lbs. 6 oz. and the barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever right-of-center and the action seems to function well mechanically. A solid big 12 L.C. (13B11778-11) {C&R} (800/1200)

1424. SMITH & WESSON MODEL M&P-15FT SEMI-AUTO CARBINE serial #SW65543, 5.56mm NATO, 16” barrel with 1:9” rate of twist and an excellent bore. The metal surface retain about 99% original parkerized and anodized finish with a few light handling marks scattered about. Carbine is equipped with a modular quad rail forearm, standard pistolgrip and a non-collapsible buttstock. The flattop receiver and top rail are equipped with a set of factory flip-up sights. Other features include a brass deflector and forward assist. The original hard case and shipping sleeve are included and contain a single detachable magazine, rail covers, manual and cable lock. An excellent to as-new-in-box example overall of these quality tactical carbines. (11739-128) {MODERN} (700/900)

1425. KIMBER SPECIAL EDITION PRO TACTICAL II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #KRT203, 45 ACP, 4" barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this two-tone gun retain about 99% original black and anodized finishes with a few handling marks and a light scuff on the rear sight. The double diamond checkered hardwood factory grips rate excellent and feature the company name laser etched into the center of each panel.

The pistol features three dot drift adjustable sights, checkered flat mainspring housing, single extended thumb safety, skeletonized long trigger with overtravel stop, beavertail grip safety, magwell funnel and bushingless barrel to name a few. It includes an unlabeled factory hard case, single magazine with base pad, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual and paperwork. This lightweight pistol has seen light use and would make a great all-around carry gun. (11739-160) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1426. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 15-4 K-38 COMBAT MASTERPIECE REVOLVER WITH A UNIQUE BACKGROUND serial #K235140, 38 Special, 4" barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely three screw revolver has factory paperwork and markings indicating it was thoroughly refurbished by the factory by replacing most of the major parts to include the frame. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus factory blue. The checkered walnut factory square butt Magna grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent. There are factory rework marks on the frame, cylinder and barrel with rework date of May 1979 plus the cylinder and barrel are numbered to the gun. A factory invoice indicates the gun was received on February 20, 1979, and the barrel, cylinder, frame and lockwork were replaced, test fired, inspected and targeted. Also included is a copy of the factory ledger indicating the original K-38 Combat Masterpiece with this serial number was shipped from the factory on June 6, 1955 to Morris Sporting Goods of Great Falls, Montana. Obviously, something happened to the gun to cause such a major overhaul but the end result is a truly unique Combat Masterpiece that does not appear to have been used since it was refurbished. You will probably never see another three screw K-frame revolver, in the Hand Ejector serial number range. (11739-161) {MODERN} [Former Roy Jinks Collection] (800/1200)

1427. AS-NEW WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 712 BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN PART OF A CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR serial #G00287A, 12 ga., 28” barrels choked modified and improved modified with bright excellent bores. This handsome Italian-produced shotgun remains in as-new condition and features a lovely case-hardened frame adorned with laser-engraved tight foliate scroll with a gold colored “WEBLEY & SCOTT” on both sides. The European walnut English-style buttstock and splinter forend feature sharp checkering and the walnut buttplate features the Webley & Scott “winged clay” logo and provides a 14 5/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, robust ejectors and the action appears to function well mechanically. Included is the original padded plastic hard case, manual, barrel and buttstock sleeves and the factory shipping box. This lovely shotgun is consecutively-numbered with the next lot. (23B11739-3) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1428. EXCELLENT WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 712 BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN PART OF A CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR

serial #G00288A, 12 ga., 28” barrels choked modified and improved modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard and top lever retain 99% original blue with a few tiny dings on the right edge of the barrel rib only worth mentioning due to the like-new condition of this lovely shotgun. The frame retains all its case-hardened colors and features the Webley & Scott name in gold on both sides and tight laser-engraved foliate scroll throughout. The checkered walnut splinter forend rates as-new while the English-style buttstock rates excellent plus with a fine scratch on the right side of the comb. The elegant walnut buttplate with Webley & Scott “winged clay” logo provides a 14 5/8” length of pull to the single selective trigger with drops of 1 9/16” and 2 5/8”. The ejectors are robust, the barrel is sighted with a silver bead and the action appears to function well mechanically. This fine shotgun is consecutively-numbered with the previous lot. (23B117394) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1429. SIMSON ZEDLITZ B SCALLOPED BOXLOCK OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #3351/25672, 12 ga, 32” solid rib barrels choked full in both with bright very good bores with scattered patches of pinprick to light pitting throughout. The barrels retain about 97% original blue with light silvering at the muzzles, scattered specks of oxidation and light handling marks, and the barrels are toning lightly brown under bright light. The case-hardened frame has toned largely to a pleasant gray patina, retaining about 40% muted case color on the belly and in the protected areas, with scattered fine freckling and a few specks of old oxidation on the right fence, and is wonderfully embellished with fine border engraving, foliate scroll, floral motifs on the pin and screw heads, and lovely game scenes on either side of the frame: a group of pheasant on the left and ducks on the right. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good condition with a short tight crack at the rear of the upper tang, scattered light dings and handling marks, and some flaking of the finish, and the checkered forend is in excellent condition with perhaps a handling mark or two, and is likely a more modern replacement. The stock features an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline and is fit with a Pachmayr ventilated recoil pad giving an about 14 3/8” length of pull, and is cast lightly off. The barrel markings appear intact and clear, the matted rib is nicely stamped “MADE FOR IVER JOHNSON SPORTING GOODS CO”, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun.

The shotgun locks up tight with the lever coming to rest just left of center and features double triggers, a nonautomatic safety, robust ejectors, cocking indicators, and is sighted with dual ivory beads. The shotgun will require mechanical attention as the ejectors trip upon opening the action, but otherwise appears to function well mechanically. (14A11739-72) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1430. CUSTOM SMITH & WESSON MODEL 19-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #1K20165, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This Combat Magnum revolver has been given a durable custom finish especially suited to harsh environments. The metal surfaces retain about 98% later added hard chrome finish showing light holster wear around the muzzle, a tiny repaired ding on the front sight, and handling marks. The .500” target trigger and service hammer have both been hard chromed to match the rest of the gun. The checkered walnut factory Magna grips are numbered to the gun, they feature silver S&W medallions and rate very good to excellent showing light wear, and a small scuff on the bottom of the left panel. This gun features a yellow insert Baughman ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. This would make a great concealed carry or home defense firearm. (8A11739-71) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1431. OTTOMAN SEA SERVICE FLINTLOCK PISTOL .69 cal, 9” round barrel with a good bore showing some scattered light pitting. This is an interesting pistol in the sea service pattern seldom seen in this country as it is an Ottoman contract and property-marked gun, likely made in Belgium. The arm remains in original flint and the barrel and lock have mostly toned to a medium gunmetal patina showing evidence of an old cleaning with some thin scratches and remnants of light pitting. The markings remain strong showing the Sultan’s tughra atop the breech and a small roundel with Ottoman Turkish in the center of the lockplate, the lock being of rather spartan construction as would be expected. The simple brass hardware is a mild ocher patina showing an old cleaning and some scattered light dings and the smooth walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing some honest wear and mild smoothing overall from the years with light dings and handling marks. The swiveling ramrod assembly and large iron lanyard ring are intact and the lock seems to function well mechanically. An attractive example of a very scarce pistol for the advanced martial or Ottoman collector. (13B11739-18) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1432. COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #44152-S, 22 LR, 6” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1950-manufactured Second Series Match Target has been refurbished and remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 99% factory quality restored blue with some minor handling marks and shows old pitting under the new finish on the right side matte barrel flute. The factory checkered Coltwood thumb rest grips rate excellent and feature a Rampant Colt monogram on the right panel. This gun features an undercut Patridge front sight, Coltmaster adjustable rear sight, serrated front and backstraps, and appears to function mechanically. This pistol includes a factory hinged leatherette box that is correctly end labeled to the pistol although the penciled serial number is no longer visible, ten-round Colt marked magazine, test target numbered to the gun, and quad-fold manual. The box rates about good to very good with light edge wear, one corner is torn, light peeling of the leatherette covering on the hinge, and slight peeling of the label with a corner missing. The manual is totally oil stained but still quite legible while the target rates good showing light scattered oil staining and tears developing in the folds. An excellent pistol for the upstart collector or enthusiast. (8A11739-19) {C&R} (800/1200)

1433. COLT OFFICERS ACP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #FA01507E, 45 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This Mark IV Series 80 pistol remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 99% original blue showing limited light edge wear and handling marks. The textured rubber factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. This pistol features high visibility three-dot sights, beavertail grip safety, serrated flat mainspring housing, long trigger, and appears to function mechanically. This pistol includes a single factory seven-round magazine and a generic cardboard box. A fine gun for a number of defensive and carry requirements. (8A11739-20) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1434. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 34-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #93555, 22 LR, 2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely 22/32 Kit Gun remains in excellent condition showing only minimal use since it left the factory in the mid-1960s. This beautiful revolver retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered walnut factory round butt Magna grips are numbered to the gun, they feature silver S&W medallions, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, recessed chambers, and it correctly times and locks up. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The little 2” Kit Guns find favor with sportsman and collectors alike, especially superb condition such as this one. (8A11739-21) {C&R} [Mark Dunnavant Collection] (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1435. COLT NEW SERVICE CANADIAN CONTRACT DOUBLE UNIT MARKED REVOLVER serial #103544, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This Canadian contract revolver has been converted from 455 Eley to its current 45 Colt chambering by an unknown gunsmith. The conversion slightly recessed the chamber mouths negating the need to shave the rear of the cylinder leaving the original proofs intact. This gun was refinished in black Suncorite paint which has flaked or worn exposing the dull blue below, leaving a mottled texture on the surfaces with about 90% of the combined finishes remaining, the loss to high edge wear and handling marks. The smooth trigger and hammer spur retain strong dull blue while the hammer sides remain bright. The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature “COLT” on both panels, each panel is numbered to another gun. The right panel rates about very good showing light wear and scattered handling marks, the left panel rates fair with a 5/8” chip missing on the toe along the frontstrap and a 1” long chip missing from the butt section of the same panel around the grip pin. The revolver retains all its Canadian proof marks, Canadian Broad Arrow property mark, “NOT ENGLISH MAKE” marking, and original factory markings showing light softening from the refinish. The “5” and word “ELEY” have been neatly “X’d” out leaving a simple “45” caliber designation on the barrel. The backstrap has two unit markings, the first “W / 6.21 / CMGS / 30” likely referring to the Canadian Machinegun Squadron, the second marking is “FGH / 32” likely referring to the Fort Garry Horse. The revolver features fixed sights, it correctly times and locks up, and the lanyard loop and stud have been cut off leaving just a stub present below the butt.

An interesting collectible from the Great War. (8B11739-22) {C&R} (800/1200)

1436. EXCELLENT KIMBER ULTRA ECLIPSE II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #KUE3131, 45 ACP, 3” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol remains as new in-the-box and even has its hang tag. The stainless steel surfaces are lightly polished on the flats of the frame and slide, offset with black oxide highlights on the remaining surfaces for stunning two-tone effect that remains in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks. The double diamond checkered green and brown laminated grips rate excellent. This pistol features dovetailed three-dot Kimber night sights that still glow faintly, ambidextrous extended thumb safeties, checkered frontstrap, checkered flat mainspring housing, beavertail safety with memory bump, long trigger with overtravel stop, beveled magazine well, coned barrel, and it appears to function mechanically. This pistol includes a mismatched factory hard case, (3) factory marked seven-round flush fit magazines their bases drilled to add bumper pads, cable lock with a pair of keys, takedown tool, manual, and paperwork. This model is no longer listed on Kimber’s website and would be a great addition for the Kimber collector or a solid self-defense firearm. (8B11739-23) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1437. COLT SECOND SERIES WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #112018-S, 22 LR, 6” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This 1952-manufactured pistol has a custom later added muzzle stabilizer that appears removable with a set screw on the bottom. The muzzle stabilizer is probably a prototype but there is no indication if it was factory or aftermarket. The pistol retains about 99% original blue showing slight high edge wear, and scattered handling marks. The gun has checkered walnut factory grips, the right panel rates good with later added varnish, showing light to moderate diamond point wear while the left panel rates good to very good with edge wear and handling marks. This gun features an undercut Patridge front sight, Coltmaster adjustable rear sight, and appears to function mechanically. It has a later added nonfactory overtravel stop added to the frame on the front of the triggerguard. It includes a factory marked ten-round magazine.

Something different for the collector and probably a fine shooter. (8A11739-24) {C&R} (800/1200)

1438. FN 510 TACTICAL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #BBP0015616, 10mm, 4 3/4" threaded barrel with a pristine bore. This arm is as-new-in-box, dealer stock, factory fired only, and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. This suppressor-ready pistol features a threaded barrel and co-witness iron sight, an optics-ready slide, and an impressive 22+1 capacity making it more than capable for almost any situation. Other features include a textured Flat Dark Earth polymer grip frame with interchangeable backstraps, an accessory rail on the dust cover, ambidextrous magazine releases and slide stops/releases, a target grade trigger, and a factory 15-round magazine and the previously mentioned 22-round magazine. Also included are various plates for most micro red dot sights, the original box, premium padded zippered soft case, manuals, paperwork, and cable lock with keys. The action appears to function well mechanically. (28A11739-25) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1439. L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #346090, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” Armor Steel barrels choked full in both with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 92% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with spots of silvering at the breeches and muzzles, light wear along the barrels toning lightly brown when under bright light, and some scattered light handling marks. The case-hardened frame retains about 85% original case color, mellowed lightly with age, the forward half of the belly and edges of the fences toned to a silvery case-hardened patina, and scattered freckling greatest on the underside. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus condition with a few scattered light dings and handling marks, and the buttstock shows some light crazing and beading of the finish. The grooved hard rubber buttplate is intact, providing a 14” length of pull with drops of about 1 3/4” and 2 7/8”, and the forend features the short-lived Third Type “Curtis” forend latch. The factory markings are intact and crisp, and the forend and barrels are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight with the right barrel a hair off-face, a bare sliver of light visible between the breech and standing breech, with the lever coming to rest right of center and features dual triggers, an automatic safety, extractor, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. A well preserved Field Grade L.C. Smith that will fit well in a collection. (14B11739-86) {C&R} (800/1200)

1440. ARMALITE AR-10 A2 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE serial #USA550642, 7.62 NATO, 22” chrome-lined barrel including factory-permanently attached muzzle brake with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 93-95% original phosphate and black hard coat anodized finishes with loss due to speckles of light oxidation on the phosphate finished components and some more lightmoderate oxidation inside the chambers of the muzzle brake. The synthetic A2 pistolgrip, fixed buttstock and handguards rate very good plus to near excellent with some scattered light handling marks. The rifle features fixed carry handle A2-style sights, a clamp-on front sight base without bayonet lug, and includes two factory 10-round magazines with one showing speckles of light oxidation. (23A11739-79) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1441. ARMALITE AR-10 A4 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #US53989, 7.62 NATO, 22” stainless steel barrel including permanently attached muzzle brake and a bright excellent bore. The matte stainless steel barrel and muzzle brake rate about excellent with some small spots of carbon and copper fouling around the ports of the brake. The balance of metal surfaces retain about 98% original black hard coat anodized and phosphate finishes with a few light handling marks and spots of high edge wear. The synthetic fixed buttstock, pistolgrip, and handguards rate very good plus with some scattered light handling marks. The rifle features a railed gas block and flat top upper receiver, an enlarged charging handle, and includes two factory 20-round magazines each with a near stripe of red enamel added to the lower spine There are additional magazines available for this rifle in the Timed Auction. (23A11739-80) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1442. KIMBER AEGIS II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #KF26361, 9mm, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lightweight Government Model style pistol has seen minimal use and remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 99% original black finish on the slide and silver anodized “KimPro II” finish on the frame. The smooth rosewood factory grips feature three vertical grooves and remain in excellent condition. This gun features three dot Novaks style night sights that still glow, bold front and rear slide serrations, checkered frontstrap, checkered flat mainspring housing, long trigger with overtravel stop, and beavertail grip safety with memory bump. It includes a single factory nine-round magazine. A nice lightweight carry gun for those that prefer a full size gun. (8A11739-64) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1443. SMITH & WESSON K-22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #K325509, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1958 transitional four-screw revolver did not receive the Model number designation started in 1957. It retains about 99% original blue showing a small scratch on the cylinder, some high edge wear, and a few handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The smooth rosewood factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition. The revolver features a Patridge front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a mismatched factory box and paperwork. A nice niche gun for the thorough K-22 collector. (8A11739-81) {C&R} (800/1200)

1444. KIMBER RAPTOR II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #K184500, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol retains about 99% original blue showing light high edge wear and handling marks. The factory hardwood grips feature a series of scales for texture, Kimber logo laser etched on the panels, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features three dot Novaks style night sights that no longer glow, scale texturing on the frontstrap and on the slide, long three-hole trigger with overtravel stop, ambidextrous thumb safeties, and beavertail grip safety with memory bump. It includes an unlabeled factory hard case and an eight-round Wilson Combat magazine with removable floorplate. An excellent 1911-style pistol. (8A1173983) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1445. HIGH STANDARD OLYMPIC ISU SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #2122090, 22 Short, 6 3/4” tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Model 104 Olympic shows minimal use and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finishes with a few minor handling marks. The trigger and magazine catch retain full case-hardened colors while the safety has full blue. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate excellent. This gun features Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, the barrel is grooved for barrel weights, and integral muzzle stabilizer.

It includes a single factory ten-round magazine. An excellent example. (8A11739-84) {C&R} (800/1200)

1446. HIGH STANDARD OLYMPIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #395458, 22 Short, 6 3/4” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Second Model Olympic retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing scattered slight edge wear and minor handling marks. The grips are a lovely set of unmarked checkered thumb rest target stocks with a fixed palm rest and they remain in excellent condition. The pistol features a Patridge front sight, Davis adjustable rear sight, lever barrel takedown, and the barrel filler strip is present although no weights are provided. The slide stop spring is missing but readily available. The gun includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, the later straight style ten-round magazine, and period Henshaw trigger shoe with wrench and installation instructions. The box rates about good showing light edge wear, all the corners show period tape repair, and the label is partially covered by some the tape repairs with one small section bubbling off the box with a slight tear. A fine example of the Second Model. (8A11739-85) {C&R} (800/1200)

1447. DARK STORM INDUSTRIES FEATURELESS DS-15 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #ST4061, 5.56 NATO, 16” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This arm is as-new-in-box, dealer stock, factory fired only, and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. This rifle features a free-float aluminum handguard, ambidextrous charging handle, fixed nonpistol grip Thordsen Customs FRS-15 stock, and ambidextrous safety selector. Included is a 10round Magpul PMag, factory box end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, the factory hang tags, small gun oil packet, and lock with key. (11739-26) {MODERN} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1448. DARK STORM INDUSTRIES DS-15 MOE SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #EST2298, 5.56 NATO, 16” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This arm is as-new-in-box, dealer stock, factory fired only, and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. This rifle features a Magpul MOE pistolgrip, Magpul MOE adjustable stock, Magpul MOE 7” drop-in forend, and a Picatinny gas block. Included is a 30-round Magpul PMag, factory box end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, the factory hang tags, small gun oil packet, and lock with key. (11739-27) {MODERN} (700/900)

1449. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #1396466, 30-06, 24” 1-65 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a few scattered remnants of oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this early 1943-made rifle retain about 98% mixed arsenal reapplied and original gray-green Parkerized finish with some light silvering on high edges and contact points, a few light handling marks, and mild oil staining on the side of the operating rod. The walnut stock is in excellent condition with a light handling mark here and there, and is a contemporary replacement. The receiver markings are lightened somewhat from refinishing, the barrel markings are crisp, the right receiver leg is electro-pencil marked “RRAD / 6-65” for refurbishment at Red River Army Depot in June 1965, and the parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, including the relief cut operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity serialized to this rifle. A solid refurbished M1 rifle for the budding collector. (14A11810-12) {C&R} (800/1200)

1450. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #785031, 30-06, 24” 6-60 dated VAR barrel with a bright very good bore with light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this August 1942-made rifle retain about 85-90% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, the bottom metal toned largely to a pewter patina, the gas cylinder lock and handguard metal showing moderate thinning to gray, and speckles of light oxidation scattered in spots throughout. The walnut stock is in very good condition with scattered light dings and handling marks consistent with a military service rifle, and the replacement hardwood handguard is in about very good condition with several cracks at the rear, two repaired cracks at the nose (one lengthy), and some light handling marks. The stock with a clear “P” inside the pistolgrip, is serialized and matching to rifle along the toeline, and the barrel channel shows a partial Danish tag, numbered to the rifle but with the remaining information now lost. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the bolt is Beretta-made and neatly electro-pencil marked “589”, and the remaining parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, including the factory relieved operating rod. The rifle retains the standard open sights with “lockbar” rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard showing a quite minor ding to one edge, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included with the rifle are approximately 23 loose enbloc clips, two 5-round enbloc clips in packaging, a S.L.E.D. single loading device in packaging, sling, contemporary manual, and CMP receiver from 2002 decribing the rifle as Danish-issued, the serial number handwritten on the page. A solid rifle returned from our Danish allies. (14A11665-10) {C&R} (800/1200)

1451. MAROCCHI CONQUISTA SPORTING CLAYS OVER UNDER SHOTGUN

serial #186931, 12 ga., 30” ventilated rib screwchoke barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain about 97% original blue with scattered tiny specks of fine oxidation staining and light handling marks. The balance shows a bright coin finish with tiny spots of fine oxidation staining on the frame that is embellished with fine borderline engraving. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and forend rate very good plus with overall light handling marks and has a length of pull of 14 3/4” to the factory buttpad. The shotgun locks up tight and remains on-face featuring an adjustable single selective trigger, non-automatic safety, inertial hammers, and is sighted with a single white blade-style front sight. Included are a factory hard case, Allen wrench, choke wrench, and five chokes, (1) cylinder, (1) improved cylinder, (1) full, (1) improved modified and (1) modified.

(10A11690-29) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1452. WWII U.S. ARMY S/SGT. ALIX UNIFORM GROUPING This grouping consists of Alix’s M1 helmet, rubberized cloth raincoat, shirt, tie, Ike-style jacket, canvas belt, trousers, sidecap, and pair of boots. The rubberized cloth raincoat remains in excellent condition with minor stains, fine flaking, light cracks in the rubberized material, small blots of old paint, and the right inside pocket cut out. The raincoat is ink stamped “SMALL” on the rubberized liner and a record of Alix’s travels is nicely displayed on the interior right lapel listed as shown: “1939 to 1943 / S/Sgt Alix 9303 H/W 37 M.M. / 2 wks Australia / 5 wks Caledonia / 1 wk Solomon / 3 wks Fiji / 9 wks Bouganville / 6 wks Taraw (sic) / 1 wk New Zeland (sic) / 8 wks Memphis / 2 wks San Fransisco / 4 wks New Hebrides / Camp Edwards / Fort Bragg / Kimdale”. The front seam M1 helmet with early Hawley liner remains in very good plus condition with the front of the liner exhibiting a handwritten “Alix / H/W / Troop 37”. The Ike-style Class A dress jacket retains the original size “38R” collar tag with the insignia comprising standard infantry brass disc collar pins, 1st and 3rd Army shoulder patches, technical corporal sleeve patches, two overseas service bars, ruptured duck honorable discharge patch, Belgian Fourragere, and awards listed as displayed: Combat Infantryman Badge, Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-AfricanMiddle Eastern Medal, Rifle Marksmanship Badge, and Machine Gun Marksmanship Badge. The jacket and khaki service shirt remain in excellent condition. The OD canvas belt measures 44” long and remains in excellent condition with the original “U.S. J.Q.M.D. 1945 44” ink stamp still intact. The standard issue wool trousers remain in very good plus condition showing a few moth nips, snags in the fabric, and white staining extending down the front with all Bakelite buttons remaining present and the stitching strong. The OD green wool enlisted sidecap remains in excellent condition with light handling wear and a few pulls in the fabric, the inside leather sweatband displays a size tag marked “7 3/8”.

The black leather Corcoran jump boots remain in very good condition with slight cracking and both boots stamped “9 1/2 C” along the collar. A fine ensemble from a heavy combat tested GI. (28C11738-PV38) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1200/1800)

1453. U.S. MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE & 45/70 CARTRIDGE BELT serial #1723, 8 1/2" single edge spear shaped blade, 13 3/8” overall length.

The blade has been polished and remains bright with scattered light scratches. The brass guard is properly marked and numbered with a nicely aged patina showing tiny spots of tarnish and handling marks. The turned hardwood handle remains in excellent condition with a few minor blemishes. The black leather scabbard with brass throat plate remains in very good plus condition showing intact seams and the leather showing modest scuffing with light crazing and staining. The belt hanger rear displays a stamped “R.I.A.” manufacture marking with one of the front brass throat plate rivets no longer present. The included 45-70 black canvas cartridge belt remains in excellent condition showing light edge wear and mild staining with a cast iron “US” belt plate and 22 rounds of “W.R.A. CO.” marked 45-70 ammunition. A nicely preserved U.S. military ensemble. (28A11738-PV75) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1454. WWII GERMAN UNIFORM SLEEVE BADGE GROUPING This grouping consists of five WWII-era German uniform sleeve badges including Luftwaffe Narvik Shield, Wehrmacht Kuban Shield, and three Wehrmacht Driver Proficiency Badges in bronze, silver, and gold. All badges remain in unissued condition with original paper backing and exhibit light handling marks with a nicely aged patina on each badge. The Narvik Shield was awarded to all German forces that took part in the battle of Narvik between 9 April and 8 June 1940, the Kuban Shield was awarded to Wehrmacht forces who fought at the Kuban bridgehead in the Soviet Union from February 1943 until October 1943, and the Driver Proficiency Badges were awarded to German personnel who served since 1 December 1940 on the front or rear lines on the Balkan, North Africa, or Eastern fronts with the qualifying period dependent on the type of vehicle driven. A fine collection of German uniform sleeve badges for the advanced German collector. (28A11738-MB20,24,27) [John A. Micavich Collection] (700/1000)

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1455. WWI U.S. ARMY MAJOR ALVIN I. MORIARTY GROUPING This grouping consists of Moriarty’s tunic, sidecap, Sam Browne belt, footlocker, framed photo of Moriarty, photocopy of Moriarty’s home, officer’s record book, cardboard gift box, and Riker case containing an assortment of uniform insignia and military paraphernalia. The tunic retains a black velvet manufacture tag on the interior that displays “MAR (in wreath) / MICHAEL A. RIENZI & CO. / INCORPORATED / PHILADELPHIA” with the inside left pocket retaining a white name tag marked “Mr. Capt. A. I. Moriarity / Date 8-24-17 / No. 491”. The insignia comprises brass “U.S.” collar pins, Adjutant Corps shield pins, tarnished gold bullion epaulet Major rank, and a single War Service chevron on the left sleeve.

The tunic remains in excellent condition with a few snags in the fabric, wear on the high traffic areas and along the hem, loose threading, and minor staining from long term storage. The wool sidecap remains in very good plus condition with two small moth holes along the left side and minor handling wear on the interior liner and sweatband. The sidecap features dark blue-gray piping with lightly tarnished sewn gold bullion major insignia on the left front.

The brown leather Sam Browne belt, cross strap, and brass hardware all remain in excellent condition with mild verdigris on the metal surfaces, minor cracking and creases, and overall light handling wear. The included footlocker trunk measures 31”x17”x13 1/2” with the top of the lid displaying Moriarity’s name and service number.

The footlocker remains in very good plus condition with general handling wear and Moriarty’s name on the lid. A framed photo of Moriarty as a Captain in WWI is included along with a photocopy of his home in New Jersey with some notes on his background are included. A blank “OFFICER’S RECORD BOOK” and cardboard gift box addressed to Moriarty are present with a Riker case containing two Major insignia, Moriarty’s bracelet, Moriarty’s ID discs, three Victory Medal ribbon bars, Advanced Section Services patch, eight additional brass Federal Eagle uniform buttons, American Legion lapel pin, extra brass “U.S.” collar pin, disc necklace named to Moriarty, brass “312” artillery brass hat pin. The assorted accouterments and additional paperwork remain in excellent condition with mild handling marks and long term storage wear. A distinguished U.S. Army officer who went on to have a full life after the war. (28C11738-PV19) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1456. VIETNAM WAR KIA USAF MAJOR CARL R. DICE GROUPING This grouping consists of USAF Major Carl R. Dice’s P4A flying helmet, an article from his wingman describing the day he crashed, and a copy of the letter he wrote his son describing the history of the helmet. Major Dice’s P4A flying helmet remains in very good plus condition with overall light handling wear, fine flaking, minor cracking, and mild verdigris on the metal surfaces. The helmet exhibits original artwork throughout with the front visor adorned with a hand painted “DICE”, the rear showing a “CARL” in script, and the leather oxygen mask tabs, chinstrap, internal earphones, and pull-down spring-loaded tint visor remaining intact. Major Dice had almost 200 flying time hours in the F-100 and T-33 aircraft. On December 8, 1969, Major Dice was leading a bombing mission in northern Laos when his F105 F “Wild Weasel” aircraft was struck by anti-aircraft artillery. As a result of the artillery hit, his hydraulic system was damaged, and Major Dice decided to try landing at an A-4 base in northern Thailand. Tragically, Major Dice was unable to stop and crashed into a ditch killing him instantly while injuring his wingman Lt. Bruce N. Cox. Major Dice’s name is on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and he is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. (28A11738-PV58) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

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1457. RARE CIVIL WAR 1ST LIEUTENANT SAMUEL G. COOKE OF THE 44TH REGIMENT U.S. COLORED TROOPS GROUPING This grouping consists of a binder containing about 45 pieces of ephemera relating to 1st Lt. Samuel G. Cooke’s Civil War career. There are two letters that are of particular interest, one which he sent to Atlanta, Georgia to arrest deserters, and the second, after Cooke was taken as a prisoner of war, signing a letter stating he “will not bear arms against the Confederacy…” Other letters detail his medical fitness and resignation from the 44th with several documents signed by Cooke relating to ordnance and stores, and expenditures for clothing and other materials. Research is provided for other individuals mentioned in Cooke’s letters as well as background information on his unit and the battles they were in.

Additional post Civil War letters and documents are included such as a Civil War veteran reunion pamphlet and a reception flyer from Connecticut. 1st Lt. Cooke resided in Greensburg, MO and enlisted on 10/14/1861 as a Corporal with A Company IL 50th Infantry then was promoted into A Company of the U.S. CT 44th Infantry on 9/9/1864. An incredibly rare ensemble from one of the first racially integrated military units. (28B11738-PV35) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1458. U.S. ARMY CAPTAIN PRESTON T. COURSEN OF THE 10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION GROUPING This grouping consists of an inscribed “Preston T. Coursen” Silver Star Medal with presentation case, WWII 10th Mountain Division skis, poles, snowshoes, goggles, unit patch, “MOUNTAIN” tab, a binder containing four carbon copy correspondence letters on his Silver Star award, five personal photos of Coursen while in Italy, and information on the 10th Mountain Division’s accolades during the war. The Silver Star Medal, lapel pin, and presentation case all remain in excellent condition with its only apologies being a few stray ink stains scattered throughout the satin top cover of the case. The skis and poles remain in very good plus condition with fine flaking and cracking, light edge wear, mild tarnish on the metal surfaces, and one suede foot binding no longer present on the skis. The skis are both marked “Dovre / 1943” on the metal brackets with the poles marked “NORTHLAND – U.S.” along the bottom metal shaft. The Alaskan-style snowshoes retain a thick lacquer finish throughout with the webbing and frame remaining in excellent condition and the brown leather foot bindings exhibiting fine flaking and minor creases. The snowshoes are marked “10x58 / 11084 / 1943” on the heel with the toe bar marked “U.S. / C.A. LUND / HASTINGS, MINN” and one of the snowshoes exhibiting “U.S.A. / B.Q.M.D. / 10” ink stamp above the manufacturer marking. The googles remain in very good plus con- dition with the center leather seam broken and all other hardware present including strap, buckles, and fur insulation around the eyes. The included insignia remains in excellent condition with the included binder adding to the provenance of each piece described in this grouping. (28B11738-PV29) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1459. GERMAN WWI BAVARIAN LEATHER PICKELHAUBE This is a fine example of the rare Bavarian enlisted soldier’s leather helmet. All the stitching on the front and rear peak are strong, original national and state cockades, correct front strap, all matching brass fittings with the standard brass Bavarian front plate. The brass spike rates excellent save for the loss of one of the four fastening rivets and exhibits hints of speckled ochre verdigris. The leather chinstrap and Kokarde (one Imperial red, white & black and one Bavarian white & blue) are included; the strap rates around good, being unbroken, somewhat scuffed, and prone to flaking and loss. The 8-tongue interior liner and drawstring are in good condition showing normal wearing on the edges. The exterior is solid showing very light signs of fine spiderweb cracking throughout with a 1/2” tear on the left side of the rear visor.

This is a fine example of a rare piece of headgear history. (31A11738-HC34) [John Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)

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1460. GERMAN TANK DESTRUCTION BADGE This near excellent example of the WW2 German tank destruction badge in silver was instituted by Hitler on March 9, 1942, to honor individuals who single handedly destroyed an enemy tank with handheld explosives. This award was made retroactive to the beginning of the invasion of the Soviet Union (June 22, 1941). The tank destruction badge consists of a blackened 43mm X18mm Panzer Mk IV tank attached to a 33mm X 88mm silver ribbon. The tank is attached to the ribbon by three prongs bent over a small oblong metal plate and covered with black cotton. The silver ribbon includes a 4mm black cotton stripe running horizontally 2mm from the upper and lower edges of the ribbon. (31A11738MB12) [John Micavich Collection] (800/1000)

1461. SIGNED JAPANESE 1944 PATTERN OFFICER’S SHIN-GUNTO This Army Officer’s sword is generally referred to as the "1944 Pattern" and has been attributed to Japanese Marines, or other organizations, but they are simply late war Army Officer swords produced out of necessity due to material shortages. These swords were simplified versions of the 1930s version of the Shin-gunto and were apparently meant to use less materials to produce an acceptable Army Officer sword so late in the war. The sword measures 37 1/8” overall with a 26 1/8” curved single-edged blade in traditional shinogi-zukuri form with a thick spine, plain brass collar, straight-backed wedge point and tempered cutting edge with a straight temper line. The hilt is mounted in blackened iron with a plain disc tsuba, rounded pommel and sakura-shaped menuki. The grip is covered in white shagreen and bound in brown twisted cotton cord. The blade remains in near excellent condition with light scratches, a couple spots of freckling and minor nicks along the main edge. The tang shows areas of cloudy dark patina and is signed on the obverse face with the manufacture date on the reverse side. The hilt is in fine condition with light finish wear along the edges of some of the metal surfaces, the cord shows hints of light soiling and wear along the retention pin holes. The scabbard is caramel-painted steel with copper-toned steel mounts. The scabbard remains in excellent condition with no dents, some light age staining and a spot or two of light oxidation.

A fine example of Japanese craftsmanship from the final days of the war making an interesting variation for the collector. (5C11738-SW9) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1462. U.S. MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD WITH PRESENTATION This sword measures 34 5/8” overall with a 29 3/4” slightly curved, single edge blade with single unstopped fullers. This is a very nice sword, the blade retaining nearly all its bright mirror polish with some light scabbard marks, a couple freckles along the foible and a small spot of fine oxidation in the reverse fuller at the end of the etching. The blade is nicely etched on the obverse side with naval panoply, ellipse ring of 16 stars, fouled anchor with Federal shield and “John R. White” in banner amongst floral scroll while the reverse side exhibits intertwined rope, “U.S.N.” in riband, fouled anchor and perched eagle in sunburst amongst matching scroll, and “ BROOKS. / UNIFORM Co. / NEW YORK / N.Y.” on the ricasso.

The hilt consists of a brass guard and basket with "U.S.N." cast amongst leaves and acorns, a serpent quillon and a pommel decorated with leaves; the shagreen covered grip is wrapped in braided brass wire. The brass surfaces retain all their original gilt with some minor age staining, the shagreen covered grip and wrapping remains intact and the leather buffer washer is present. The glossy black leather scabbard remains excellent with a tiny nick or two and the brass mounts with knot designs and serpent drag retain much original gold wash. The throat has a period engraved presentation: "Presented To / Lt. John R. White / From His Classmates / Annapolis 1898”. This is an excellent Spanish American War era naval sword. (5C11738-SW8) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

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1463. U.S. MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER BY MANSFIELD & LAMB This cavalry saber has a 34 3/4” slightly curved blade with wide and narrow fullers and a 40 3/4” overall length. The remains mostly bright with some light cloudiness, freckling, fine staining and tiny nicks along the main edge, the freckling a little more pronounced along the spine. The reverse ricasso had round “MANSFIELD / & / LAMB / FORESTDALE, R.I.” while the obverse ricasso is marked “U.S. / J.M / 1864”, the markings remain crisp. The hilt has a brass triple branch guard, Phrygian pommel and a black leather covered grip wrapped in braided brass wire and the leather buffer washer remains intact. The brass surfaces have a nice ocher patina with some sparse fine staining and light impact marks, the front face remaining quite bright. The leather covering shows modest flaking with a small chip missing below the knucklebow, the wire wrapping remains tight. The steel scabbard has toned to brown with light gray undertones, scattered fine oxidation and a couple shallow dings. A very good plus Light Cavalry saber. (5A11738-SW17) [John A. Micavich Collection] (800/1200)

1464. U.S. MODEL 1840 HEAVY CAVALRY SABER BY HORTSMANN This sword measures 40 3/4” overall with a 35 5/8” curved blade equipped with wide and narrow fullers. The blade remains mostly bright with light scabbard marks, scattered fine oxidation and freckles, slightly heavier along the main edge. The obverse ricasso has an obscured Emerson & Silver Keystone mark, (Hortsmann purchased 5000 blades from Emerson & Silver in 1862 and are so marked) while the reverse ricasso is marked “HORTSMAN / PHILA.”. The hilt has a brass three branch guard, Phrygian pommel and a black leather covered wood grip wrapped in braided brass wire, there is no inspector markings on the pommel. The brass has toned to bright ocher with some tiny impact marks, the leather covering shows light scuffing and wire is missing in one of the grooves leaving the wrapping slightly loose. The steel scabbard has been cleaned to bright silver with spots of gray shadowing and remnants of light pitting, more so in the throat area. A very good plus 1840 Horstmann “Wrist Breaker”. (5A11738-SW5) [John A. Micavich Collection] (700/900)

1465. U.S. MODEL 1816 BOARDING PIKE This pike measures 80 1/2” overall and the forged-steel head is of the third type measuring 18 1/2” overall with a 6 7/8” quadrangular spike and 8 7/8” dual rectangular langets having three evenly spaced holes for attachment to the haft. Although commonly known to collectors as the “U. S. Navy Model of 1816 Boarding Pike” and even though the US Navy contracted for a great number of boarding pikes during 1816, there was no “official” 1816 pattern and these type III spike head pikes were indeed used from the War of 1812 right up to the SpanishAmerican War with production ceasing in the mid-1860’s, there are however, no visible inspector markings which are found on M1812 heads.

The haft is double tapered measuring approximately 4” at the biggest swell of the head and butt narrowing to 3 1/4” in the mid-section. The wood shaft has been inlet to accommodate the langets and the butt has been cut and fitted with a 1 5/16” iron ring and a shaped treated wooden plug attached with a brass screw. The head has a dark brown iron patina with scattered light oxidation and traces of the original blackened finish.

The langets are currently attached with one screw on each side and have bowed slightly and are tapered at the ends leaving the metal shy of the wood. The iron ring has a finish matching the head and no longer seats firmly but remains present. The wood haft appears to be ash having a dark, red-brown finish with light dents and marks and traces of original white paint. Mounted to the haft is a brass disc with “98” inside of a beaded border, possibly a rack number or some or type of identification. A fine example of these 19th century boarding weapons. (5B11738OW9) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1200/1800)

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1466. REMINGTON MODEL 4 ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL BOX

serial #346298, 22 LR, 22 1/2” round barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 97% of an older nice quality restored polished blue showing some scattered light handling marks. The markings remain strong showing combination Remington Arms Co, Inc. / Remington Ilion Works address and the action retains perhaps 85% nice original case-hardened colors that are drifting to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina and showing a little minor freckling. The small action parts retain about 95% original blue and the takedown screw shows good fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing a little older added varnish with some scattered light dings and a slight gap where the forend meets the frame. The buttplate shows Remington UMC logo and strong original blue. The original sporting sights are intact, the rear missing its elevation screw, and the action seems to function normally.

The rifle includes an original factory box in very good condition showing some light staining and flaking from the years but otherwise remaining quite sound. The lid shows a later marking in pen “Rem #4 / 22 Good / 7/19/54” and the lid otherwise shows a variety of period shipping labels with 1930s dates. A very good ensemble for the Remington collector. (13A10826-187) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1467. STEYR MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION CARBINE

serial #20395, 6.5x54mm MS, 17 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue showing some scattered mild freckling and areas toning slightly to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The bolt clip retains good straw color while the bolt release shows flashes of thinning fire blue and the trigger plate retains smoky case-hardened colors. All markings are crisp and clear and the checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks from honest use, the checkering remaining strong and stock fit nice throughout. Stock features horn pistolgrip cap, left-side cheekpiece, sling swivels and grooved steel buttplate with cartridge trap. The rear sight dovetail has been blanked and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman bolt cocking piece-mounted peep sight and German silver bead front on matted ramp. The bolt is matching the receiver and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A fine honest Mannlicher Schoenauer. (13A1176822) {C&R} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)

1468. STEVENS-CONLIN NO. 38 SECOND ISSUE SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #20714, 22 RF, 10” part round part octagon barrel with an overall bright excellent bore showing a narrow ring of lightly oxidized pinprick pitting just forward of the barrel leade. This excellent pistol retains about 97% original blue and nickel plate, most of the loss to high edge wear at the muzzle and handling marks, the blue appears strong in ambient light but tones to purple under strong light. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition. This gun features an iron frame, bead front sight, step adjustable sporting rear sight, tight barrel to frame fit, and crisp action. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. An excellent example of the Conlin. (8A10826-738) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1469. STEVENS-GOULD NO. 37 SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #24078, 22 RF, 8” part round part octagon barrel with a near excellent bore showing minor frosting. This fine pistol retains about 98-99% original blue and nickel plate showing light edge wear and handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips have a scalloped boarder by the frame, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features an iron frame, bead front sight, step adjustable sporting rear sight, and crisp action. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun and the barrel to frame fit shows slight movement. A fine No. 37 pistol. (8A10826-737) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1470. SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION SECOND MODEL REVOLVER serial #606, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing a few very light scattered spots of oxidation. This revolver retains about 99% original nickel plate showing scattered light handling marks and subdued clouding of the finish around the sideplate. The trigger shows full blue while the hammer retains bold case-hardened colors with operational wear. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature “S&W”, they are un-numbered although likely worn-off as their fit is excellent, and they remain in excellent condition. The revolver features a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, tight barrel to frame fit, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A very nice example of the Second Model. (8A10826-607) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1471. BRITISH SIDELEVER DOUBLE HAMMERGUN BY W. WELLINGTON

serial #11903, 12 ga (2 1/2), 30” damascus barrels, unchoked, with bright very fine bores that have been lightly honed and show a few tiny raised dings here and there. This interesting double was made by W.W. Greener who reportedly used his “W. Wellington” name on early guns intended for export and are some of the few sidelever models made by Greener. The barrels retain about 85% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered light handling marks and a bit of thinning to mild gunmetal gray patina along the sides, otherwise retaining lovely damascus patterns throughout. The barrel rib retains crisp markings “W. WELLINGTON. 61 LOVEDAY St BIRMINGHAM.” The action and back action lockplates retain perhaps 65% nice vibrant original case-hardened colors, particularly bold in the protected areas, with some overall toning to a pleasant smoky and silvery case-hardened patina, the high edges with a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits. The sidelever and triggerguard retain some flakes of original bright blue in the protected areas mostly toning to gunmetal gray while the lever spring shows nice brilliant fire blue. The checkered walnut forend with wedge fastener and horn tip insert remains in very good condition showing a 3” thin chip along the right edge and more minor 1” sliver along the left while the buttstock rates very fine plus with strong original oil finish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the diamond point checkering crisp throughout. The German silver monogram plate along the toe line remains un-engraved and length-of-pull to the smooth steel buttplate is 14 1/2”. The barrels lock-up solid showing a faint sliver of light at the breeches and the lever sometimes a bit sluggish returning to the closed position. The hammers are non-rebounding and the locks are crisp. This is a rather fine example of these interesting doubles for the British shotgun or Greener collector. (13B11621-85) {ANTIQUE} (800/1000)

1472. RARE SMITH & WESSON 38 SINGLE ACTION SECOND MODEL REVOLVER serial #100466, 38 S&W, rare 8” barrel with and oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This revolver retains perhaps 10% original nickel plate, the balance toned to a mild brown color under strong light with scattered stains from oxidation, dispersed pitting, and handling marks. The trigger and hammer have toned to gray with minor oxidation stains. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monogram, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. The revolver features a pinned ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, tight barrel to frame fit, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. Timing and lockup will need mechanical attention. An unusual opportunity for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (8A10826622) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1473. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #66734, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This minty little Safety Hammerless appears to have seen little if any use. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original nickel plate and blue finishes showing a few insignificant handling marks and few spots of minor clouding. The smooth trigger retains bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips are numbered to the gun and remain in wonderful condition. All appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, it has a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and barrel to frame lockup is tight. A truly fine example of the First Model. (8A10826-437) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1474. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #60575, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel showing scattered light oxidation stains and pinprick pitting in the bore with strong rifling throughout. This revolver remains in wonderful condition and retains about 97-98% original nickel plate showing a few scattered tiny areas of oxidized flaking finish and handling marks. The spur trigger has full blue while the hammer retains beautiful case-hardened colors. The grips are a beautiful set of unmarked mother-of-pearl that fit the frame precisely and remain in excellent condition. The cylinder and barrel are assembly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, timing and lockup will need mechanical attention. A fine No. 1 for the collector. (8A10826-581) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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1475. HIGH STANDARD SUPERMATIC CITATION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #1184388, 22 LR, 8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 103 has been lightly upgraded to include custom grips and forend otherwise, the pistol remains original. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The trigger and magazine catch retain strong case-hardened colors while the safety has full blue. The grips are unmarked smooth wraparound right-hand custom walnut target stocks featuring a deeply scalloped thumb rest, deeply grooved finger rest with corresponding shelf support for the upper hand, and adjustable palm rest. The grips rate about excellent for wear and condition although a 1” x 3/16” chip on the upper finger rest shelf also showing an older repair reduce them to about very good. Although very useable as is, a talented craftsman should be able to easily reconfigure the chipped area of the grips or perhaps make an effective repair. The forend wood is smooth walnut configured to resemble a Mannlicher stock, they rate about excellent with light handling marks. The forend hanger is small metal piece affixed to the weight grooves on the barrel and should be easily removed if the forend wood is no longer desired. This gun features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, it is drilled and tapped for barrel weights, cut for muzzle stabilizer which is provided, and serrated straps. A very attractive gun in the popular basic “Space Gun” configuration that should turn heads at your next tournament. (8A11493-39) {C&R} (800/1200)

1476. BROWNING PRE-WWII AUTO 5 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN serial #104245, 16 ga, 28” plain barrel choked marked modified but gauging full, with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces of this Belgian-made late 1920’s made shotgun retain about 92-95% original blue with some light wear on high edges, fine oxidation staining on the receiver and scattered spots on the barrel, a few spots of wear to a silver patina on the barrel, and some scattered light handling marks. The bolt and shell carrier remain bright with scattered freckling. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a pair of short, hairline cracks at the rear of the upper tang, some light handling marks, and the finish is showing fine craquelure along both sides of the butt; the horn buttplate shows moderate insect damage, becoming heavier along the left edge. The underside of the forend is neatly stamped “BROWNING / 3 / SHOT” just behind the magazine cap, the interior is serial numbered to the shotgun, and the bottom of the pistolgrip shows a small stamped that appears to be a boxed “DG”. The factory metal markings are intact and crisp, the bolt and two of the screws being lightly numbered “245”. The shotgun is sighted with a ramped steel bead.

A nicely preserved Auto 5 produced prior to the Second World War. (14B11778-19) {C&R} (800/1200)

1477. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #297173, 38-55, 26” round barrel with a full magazine and a very good bore showing light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 65% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with general light thinning toning to brown, silvering at the muzzle, and scattered freckling and light handling marks throughout; the magazine retains about 95% blue with scattered light handling marks, with its hanger worn to a gray patina. The receiver has worn to a gray patina with undertones of brown, strong remnants of original blue still present in the protected areas, with cleaning striations, pinprick pitting, and overall pinprick pitting, and the lever has largely toned to gray-brown but still shows strong remnants of vibrant case-color in protected areas. The straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a tight 1/4” crack at the rear of the upper tang, a few light dings on the butt, and scattered light handling marks; the forend cap and curved steel buttplate have toned to gray with light oxidation staining.

The two-line barrel address, tang markings, and other factory markings are intact and readily legible, and some of the screws show light slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a beaded blade front sight and a flattop sporting-style rear sight. An honest Model 1894 rifle with plenty of life left in it. (14A11762-8) {C&R} (800/1200)

1478. GERMAN P.38 BYF43 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #8596n, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 94% original blue showing some light high edge wear and subtle toning to gray along the frontstrap. All markings remain intact and crisp showing proper eagle firing proofs and “(Eagle) / 135” Waffenamts. The original groove reddish brown phenolic resin grips remain in excellent condition and all of the serialized parts are matching. One proper Mauser magazine is included. A fine mid-war pistol for the martial collector. (13A11728903) {C&R} (800/1200)

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1479. SCARCE GERMAN ARMY MAUSER MODEL 1934 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #600808, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% original bright blue showing some light high edge and holster wear with some other light handling marks. The screw heads show pale fire blue around their peripheries and all markings are intact and strong showing proper “(Eagle) / 655” Waffenamt and eagle firing proof at rear left of frame. The checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a few scattered light dings and a neatly repaired tiny chip at the left toe. The serialized parts are matching and one original magazine is included. A fine example of a rather scarce pistol, only about 8000 of which were procured by the German Army before preference shifted to the HSc. (13B11728-900) {C&R} (800/1200)

1480. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #772370, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few light oxidation speckles and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this rather early PPK retain about 85-90% original bright blue showing some moderate high edge and holster wear, the muzzle with a bit of old oxidation staining. The extractor and 90-degree safety lever show thinning fire blue and all markings remain crisp and clear showing commercial “(Crown) / N” proofs. The original checkered mottled brown grip remains in very fine condition showing a minor crack at the heel and some slight warping along the edges as is typical. The slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and this pistol is not equipped with the loaded chamber indicator. One original flush base magazine is included. (13A11728-952) {C&R} (800/1200)

1481. WALTHER RZM-MARKED PPK SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #868098, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% older reapplied nickel finish showing some areas of light flaking along the slide. The original markings remain mostly intact showing “(Crown) / N” commercial proofs and the RZM mark on the left side of the slide exhibits the most noticeable softening but is otherwise obvious. The original checkered mottled brown grip remains in good condition showing a repaired 2” crack along the right side and small chip at top rear right corner. The initials “HK” are lightly scratched along the right side as well and the inside of the slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. One blued magazine with mottled brown finger extension base is included, the base with a small chip and crack at the toe. A very good example piece of a desirable RZM pistol no doubt nickel-plated by some enterprising GI. (13A11728-908) {C&R} (800/1200)

1482. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #868381, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original bright blue with some scattered edge wear and light handling marks, most of the loss due to an area of silvering along the forward right side of the slide. The 60-degree safety and extractor retain a healthy amount of nice fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong showing “(Crown) / N” commercial proofs. The original checkered mottled brown synthetic grip remains in very fine condition warping somewhat along the edges, which is fairly common, and otherwise very little wear. The slide is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and one blued flush base magazine that is rather difficult to retract is included. A fine mid 30’s PPK. (13A11728-955) {C&R} (800/1200)

1483. BROWNING BAR II “SAFARI EDITION” SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #107NX27972, 308 Win, 22” barrel with bright, excellent bore, sharp rifling and retains 99% factory blue. The receiver is likewise excellent with 99% gloss blue, and embellished with rolled foliate scroll engraving with “SAFARI.” The gloss finished checkered walnut stock and forearm are excellent and bear only light dings and handling marks.

The open sights are removed, and the rifle is topped with a Simmons 3x9x32mm scope with a duplex reticle, matte finish and clear, bright optics. An excellent example of a quality sporting rifle. (32A11757-56) {MODERN} (800/1000)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1484. U.S. MODEL 1888 TRAPDOOR RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #512645, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8” barrel with a near excellent bore showing strong rifling with some fine pits and oxidation. The metal surfaces have toned to brown patina with the occasional small scratch and carry mark. The lockplate and buttplate are more of a mottled gray and brown with some oxidation and light pitting on the buttplate. The markings remain crisp and legible. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition with scattered dents, handling marks, a 1” shallow bruise in the left wrist above the triggerguard and crisp 1891-dated cartouche and circle “P” firing proof. The rifle is equipped with a standard front sight, Buffington rear sight, bronze firing pin, and ramrod bayonet. A very good example of the last of the Trapdoor Springfields. (5A11754-2) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1485. U.S. MODEL 1851 PERCUSSION CADET MUSKET BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

.57 cal., 40” barrel with excellent bore remaining mostly bright with some light staining and oxidation the last 5” from the muzzle. The metal surfaces have toned to a mostly brown patina with fine pitting in the flash area of the nipple bolster and thin streaks of gray along the edges.

There are some tiny impact marks, a noticeable ding in the bottom edge of the muzzle and silvering along the bottom edge of the bolster where it appears to have been dressed prior to installation, the top of the lower barrel band has a roughly cut rectangular hole. The “VP / (Eagle Head)” proof at the left side of the breech are legible as are the markings on the lockplate, the “1852” tang date is light but visible and matches the lockplate. The top of the buttplate tang is also clearly marked “US”. The walnut stock remains in good to very good condition with overall dents, chips and handling marks expected of a well-used cadet rifle, there is a small thin crack at the rear of the lockplate. The wood shows a period cleaning and refinishing with lightly rounded edges and a large “5” stamped atop the wrist behind the rear tang.

The sights, bayonet lug, sling swivels and ramrod remain in place. A very good example of these desirable cadet muskets. (5A11666-14) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1486. U.S. MODEL 1861 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY ALFRED JENKS & SONS

.58 cal., 40” barrel with an oxidized bore showing light evidence of rifling. The barrel, bands and triggerguard have been cleaned bright with remnants of tiny impact marks, fine pitting and oxidation, more moderate in the flash area of the nipple bolster. The lock and buttplate are more of a mottled gray and gunmetal patina with fine oxidation and cleaned pitting. The barrel date and firing proofs have been lost to the cleaning with only a large “O” interestingly stamped at the junction of the barrel and rear tang; the lockplate has proper "U.S. / BRIDESBURG" and Federal Eagle in front of hammer and 1863 at the rear, markings remain crisp. The walnut stock remains in good to very good condition with scattered dents, handling marks and an angled crack in the left side of the stock from the front of the rear sight to the center of the front lock screw. The walnut stock has been cleaned as well showing rounded edges and no evidence of stock markings except for a small “C Z” in front of the triggerguard. The arm is equipped with a proper front sight and double leaf rear sight. The lock remains strong and what appears to be a proper tulip shaped ramrod is present. Overall, an about very good 1861 contract musket. (5A11666-15) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1487. U.S. MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET BY HARPERS FERRY

.69 cal., 42” barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this Type I have toned to a light brown patina with gray undertones, scattered pitting and oxidation. The barrel shows “(eaglehead) / P” below an undecipherable mark along the left radius and a small “US” on the right radius on the right and a tang date of 1831. The lock is marked with a Federal eagle above “US” in the front of the cock and vertical “HARPERS / FERRY / 1831” at the rear and the heel of the buttplate is marked “US”, the top half of the eagle has been lost to time. The walnut stock remains in about very good condition with the expected light dents and handling marks, patches of darkening along the left top edge of the forend and along the buttplate. There are small cracks at the rear of the lockplate and sideplate, the edges of the buttplate and a longer crack along the side of the comb, there no visible inspector proofs or other stock markings. The sling swivels are intact, what appears to be a proper trumpet shaped ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A Type I musket having a nice antique appearance making for a superb wall display. (5A11666-17) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

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1488. U.S. MODEL 1861 PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET BY PROVIDENCE TOOL CO.

.58 cal, 40” barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright showing some fine oxidation and pitting, more prominent in the flash area of the nipple bolster, the hammer is darker pale gray with some fine oxidation. The walnut stock remains in near excellent condition showing a light refinishing with rounded edges, the wood shy of the buttplate, light handling marks and left side inspector cartouches. The barrel shows “V / P / (eagle head)” inspector’s marking next to “186_” the last digit lost to the oxidation. The lockplate is properly marked with the “U. (Federal Eagle) S. / PROVIDENCE TOOL Co / PROVIDENCE RI” ahead of the hammer and 1864 at the rear. The sling swivels and standard sights and what appears to be an original tulip shaped ramrod is included, the nipple, tang and lock screws are modern replacements. A very good plus Providence Tool contract musket. (5A11700-65) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1489. U.S. MODEL 1868 TRAPDOOR RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #38030, 50-70, 32 1/2” barrel with a near excellent bore showing crisp rifling and some sparse fine pits and oxidation. The barrel and bands have mellowed to bright silver with some scattered fine oxidation and sparse spots of slightly larger light oxidation. The triggerguard and buttplate are slightly duller silver with brown highlights and scattered light oxidation while the action and lock have a darker mottled gray patina with some scattered pinprick pitting and three wavy impact marks atop the front of the frame. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition with perhaps a little added finish, some tiny dents and marks and slightly rounded edges.

The left stock flat shows a couple tiny chips, some light scrapes and two visible inspector cartouches. The barrel is numbered to the frame, the breechblock is dated 1870, the lockplate is properly marked and dated 1863, and the top of the buttplate is marked “U.S.” and a slightly offcenter “17” closer to the heel, all markings are clear and clean. Rifle is equipped with a standard front sight, folding sliding ladder rear sight, iron firing pin and grooved and slotted flat tip cleaning rod. The two position tumbler and lock remain crisp and functional. A nice example of these early trapdoor rifles. (5A11666-12) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1490. SCARCE REMINGTON 95 DOUBLE DERINGER serial #L99527, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores. This late-production deringe retains 97% original matte blue, showing scattered light handling wear and high-edge silvering with most of the loss focused along the flanks of the barrels showing a mix of bright gray and light oxidation staining. The distinctive grooved hammer retains nearly all of its original finish and shows fine oxidation staining in the grooves, and the locking lever shows a gradient of gunmetal into rich original blue. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent overall showing minimal handling wear and slightly shy fit in a few areas. The barrel rib is marked “REMINGTON ARMS-U.M.C. CO. ILION.N.Y.”, and a crisp arrow and anchor proof are present underneath the locking lever. The gun locks up tightly and the hinge remains intact. Late-production “Type III” or “Model No. 4” examples bearing distinctive “monoblock” barrel markings are estimated at no more than 500 units produced, making this high-condition deringer a nice find for the Remington collector. (26A10826-168) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

1491. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER serial #7240, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting and strong rifling throughout. This Third Issue has toned entirely to an even gunmetal patina, showing scattered fine pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining throughout and minimal handling wear relative to its age. It has been adorned with elegant, light foliate scroll engraving along the flanks and gripstrap with additional flourish on the belly and just forward of the hinge, and all forms have been skillfully rendered in a more slender and delicate style than is typical of New York-style engraving. The smooth rosewood grip panels remain excellent, showing only scattered light handling wear and a few flecks of discoloration typical of their age and fitting nicely throughout. The barrel marking remains crisp and excellent with only the last character showing any softening, and timing and lockup appear sound with the cylinder exhibiting noticeable play when at rest. A charming Third Issue. (26B10826-294) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1492. BROWNING HIGH POWER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY FABRIQUE NATIONALE serial #31250, 9mm, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain 98-99% gray phosphate finish, showing a few light handling marks with scattered flecks of what appear to black paint or enamel; the hammer appears to have been refinished, showing bright and shiny on the flanks with the rear and crest toning to an iridescent plum. The checkered hardwood grips rate very good, showing scattered dings and handling marks throughout, and show authenticating red paint on the interiors. The pistol shows proper Belgian proofs / a “150” stamped ahead of the right-side beavertail, and all numbered components are matching. It is equipped with a drift-adjustable rear and fixed blade front sight and included is a single unmarked 13-round magazine. (26A11728-927) {C&R} (800/1200)

1493. EARLY COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #4746, 38 Colt, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered pitting focused nearer the muzzle with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1878-manufactured revolver have toned to an even mix of gray and brown, showing scattered handling wear and oxidation staining throughout, retaining generous original blue about the gripframe and protected areas, and remnants of handsome case-hardened colors on the left-side frame and fire blue along the rear of the hammer. The desirable checkered rosewood grips remain in fine overall condition, showing scattered handling wear typical of their age with minimal softening along the diamond points. The barrel address marking remains crisp and excellent with the etched left-side caliber marking having softened but remaining legible, and the left-side patent dates remain visible if slightly defaced by old tool marks; all numbered parts appear to be matching and there is a crisp “P” proof under the barrel. Timing and lockup remain sound, with the gun exhibiting minimal play when at rest and retaining robust single and double-action functionality. A salty and sound example made in the second year of production. (26A11666-52) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (800/1200)

1494. GERMAN KK-WEHRSPORTGEWEHR BOLT ACTION TRAINING RIFLE BY GUSTLOFF WERKE

serial #241661, 26” barrel with bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% original blue with light freckling, handling marks and high edge wear. The bolt is relatively bright with oxidation throughout and the smooth stock and handguard rate near excellent with a few scattered light handling marks. The rifle is sighted with standard military-style front and rear sights. The rear sight is numbered to a different gun but is correct and the bayonet lug and cleaning rod remain present. A fine 22 LR training rifle that comes with a period correct sling and muzzle cover. (10A11630-3) {C&R} (800/1200)

1495. U.S. MODEL 1903-A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY REMINGTON

serial #4058690, 30-06, 24” 9-43 dated Remington Arms barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The barreled action retains about 98% original parkerized finish with a few scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and light handling marks, and small parts retains perhaps 95% original blue with light handling marks, spots of fine oxidation staining, and high edge wear. All marked parts have the correct “R” marking and the barrel and receiver markings remain crisp. The straight grip walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition with some expected light handling marks and a crisp circled “P” behind the triggerguard, and partially legible squared “FJA” inspectors mark along the left side. The rifle is sighted with standard open sights and the front sight cover is intact. (10A11782-1) {C&R} (800/1200)

1496. MARLIN MODEL 1895CB LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #99121375, 45-70 Govt, 26” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this North Haven-production rifle retain 98-99% original blue with a small scratch on the left side of the receiver and a few scattered light handling marks hardly worth mention.

The original sights are intact and a hammer spur has been added to the trigger. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend rate excellent and the action functions well mechanically. (10A11727-6) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1497. REMINGTON MODEL XP-100 SINGLE SHOT BOLT ACTION PISTOL serial #B7507182, 221 Rem Fireball, 10 1/2” ventilated rib barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue showing even thinning with brown undertones under direct light and light freckling throughout. The in-thewhite bolt remains mostly bright with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and the one-piece DuPont Zytel pistolgrip stock rates excellent aside from a couple of minor handling marks hardly worth mention. The pistol has a “Shark Fin” front sight with adjustable rear sight and is factory drilled and tapped for optics mounting and the action appears to function well mechanically. Included with this pistol is a Simmons 2x20 EER scope with duplex reticle and clear optics, one-piece Buehler base and 1” rings, and a Remington marked soft case. A fine example of these unique and accurate pistols. (10A11727-5) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1498. WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 XTR LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #F570189, 22 S,L,LR, 20” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new rifle retains 98-99% original blue with perhaps a tiny handling mark or two. The checkered straight-grip stock and forend rate excellent with lovely grain figure and it sighted with standard sights and the front sight hood is present. Included with the rifle is its original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. A very fine as-new-in-box rifle that would be hard to improve upon.

(10A11770-23) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1499. BRITISH DOUBLE HAMMERGUN BY W. & C. SCOTT & SON

serial #2019, 12 ga, 28” fine damascus barrels choked cylinder in both with bright very fine bores showing just a few small areas of minor old pitting here and there. This is an attractive and rather early Scott hammergun, the barrels retaining generous original plum-brown finish throughout the more protected areas thinning and fading to a medium gunmetal patina and showing a few light dings and some small areas of old oxidation staining. The swirling damascus patterns remain mostly strong throughout and the rib markings are completely intact and strong showing Dorset Place Pall Mall London address. The action and lockplates are toning to an attractive smoky case-hardened patina, the more protected edges and the hammer retaining some lovely vibrant colors. The action features swirling bolsters and high spur hammers with recessed noses in classic form harkening back to the earlier predecessor percussion guns along with fine English scrollwork and border embellishments throughout.

The left lockplate shows a small duck in flight while the right has a snipe. The arm is equipped with Purdey’s bolt system, Scott’s patented adjustable lump and locking top lever only allowing the barrels to open when the right hammer is on half cock. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend with wedge fastener remain in very good plus condition showing a couple of neatly repaired very thin cracks along either side of the wrist only visible upon very close inspection, a small sliver on the left edge of the forend and other scattered light dings. The checkering with mullered borders remains strong and the drop points well-defined, the stock exhibiting some attractive grain figure throughout and featuring an un-engraved silver monogram plate along the toe line and original checkered horn buttplate in near excellent condition. Length-of-pull is about 14 5/8” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 7/8”. The top lever is sometimes a bit stiff but the barrels otherwise lock-up solid on-face and the locks with non-rebounding hammers are crisp and in-time. Weight is 6 1/2 lbs. A nice double hammergun made around 1871. (13B11621-93) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1500. ARTHUR ALLAN BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #128425, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” barrels choked improved cylinder and full with bright excellent bores showing a little stubborn fouling. The undersides of the barrels show a small Thad Scott import marking along with two sets of both Birmingham and London nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells, 850 bar, 1 1/8 oz. The barrels retain about 95% fine quality re-blacking showing some scattered light dings and handling marks. The barrel rib markings have softened somewhat but remain legible, engraved with “ARTHUR ALLAN 144 TRONGATE. GLASGOW.” The action is a pleasant smooth gray patina with silvery case-hardened patina along the edges and embellished with some tasteful bordering and light foliate flourishes. The bottom metal and other small parts retain about 98% restored polished blue and the upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in silver. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and snap-on splinter forend remain in about very fine condition as lightly cleaned and refinished, the attractive flattop checkering with mullered borders neatly refreshed as well, and showing some scattered light dings and the forend with a bit more wear being a little shy of its hardware and showing a few repaired lengthy cracks and some minor side-to-side play. The forend features a nice horn tip, there is a brass shieldshaped monogram plate along the toe line with some filler around its periphery, and the grooved horn buttplate remains in very fine condition. Lengthof-pull is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/2”, the stock with moderate cast-off. The gun features double triggers, extractor, automatic safety and brass bead front sight. Barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites and Greener crossbolt. The action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 15 3/4 oz. A nice double from a fine Scottish name. (13B11621-95) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1501. W. PALMER JONES BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #16439, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 28” barrels with bright excellent bores choked modified and full. The barrels retain about 95% of a nice quality re-blacking showing some mild thinning under bright light and a few light handling marks.

The rib retains strong markings with 25 Whittall Street Birmingham address and the undersides show two sets of Birmingham nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells, 1 1/8 oz and 3 tons. The action is mostly a silvery gunmetal patina with some wisps of case-hardened colors lurking about the protected areas while the bottom metal and triggerguard retain about 98% restored rust blue. The action is extensively embellished with fine English foliate scrollwork throughout, the upper tang with “SAFE” inlaid in silver. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in about very good plus condition as-refinished with a somewhat heavy varnish that has filled in the checkering and showing some scattered light dings. There is an un-engraved German silver monogram plate along the toe line and a 1 1/4” solid red rubber pad with 1/4” black line spacer has been installed providing a 14 3/8” length-of-pull.

Stock shows slight cast-off and drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. Barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites and Greener crossbolt and the shotgun features double triggers, silver bead front sight and automatic safety. The action seems to function well mechanically with ejectors in time and weight is 6 1/2 lbs. A very respectable British ejectorgun from a good maker. (13B11621-104) {C&R} (800/1200)

1502. ARTHUR TURNER BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #11125, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 28” barrels choked improved cylinder and full with bright excellent bores no doubt lightly honed. The undersides of the barrels show two sets of Birmingham nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells, 1 1/8 oz, 3 tons. The barrels retain about 98% fine quality re-blacking showing some scattered light handling marks and a few areas of subtle thinning. The barrel rib maker markings remain legible showing 5 West Bar Sheffield address and “Late Maleham & Co.” callout. The action retains about 98% lovely restored case-hardened colors that are somewhat dark but very attractive showing a few remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish and otherwise retaining fine foliate scrollwork embellishments throughout and with “ARTHUR TURNER” in riband along either side. The triggerguard and lever show restored blue toning slightly to plum and the upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in gold. The checkered walnut buttstock and snap-on splinter forend remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished, the buttstock with a few thin synthetic repairs and slight gaps around the edges of the upper tang, a thin repaired crack also present behind upper tang. The checkering remains strong, there is a German silver monogram plate along the toe line and length-of-pull to the grooved butt is 14 5/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 5/8”, the stock perhaps with a slight hint of cast-off. Shotgun features double triggers, extractor, automatic safety and large silver bead front sight. Lock-up is by dual under-bites and is solid showing a faint sliver of light at right breech. The action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 3 1/2 oz. A nice Sheffield double. (13B11621-96) {C&R} (800/1200)

1503. J. LEWIS & SONS SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #53435, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked about improved cylinder and full with bright excellent bores, the left barrel with a small ding at the muzzle leaving it very slightly out-of-round. The undersides of the barrels showing Birmingham nitro-proofs for 2 1/2” shells, the chambers apparently having been lengthened during the period of use. The barrels retain about 98% fine quality re-blacking with just some scattered light handling marks, the rib with strong markings and Aberystwyth address. The action and lockplates retain perhaps 40% original vibrant case-hardened colors in the more protected areas with the balance toning to a nice smoky gray and showing some light speckling. The triggerguard and lower tang have mostly flaked to a medium gray-brown patina, the interior of the guard and the top lever retaining some good bright blue. The action and lockplates are embellished with nice English filigree scrollwork throughout and the checkered walnut stock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and mild finish wear. The flattop checkered remains strong and stock fit is very nice overall, the sides of the buttstock exhibiting some fine straight grain figure. There is an un-engraved German silver monogram plate along the toe line and the grooved horn buttplate shows some minor chipping at the toe. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 1/4” and 2” and is cast-off. The barrels lock-up via dual under-bites and Greener crossbolt and are solid on-face. The forend exhibits slight side-to-side play and strangely the barrels are numbered “53425”, perhaps an honest error. Shotgun features double triggers, extractor, automatic safety and brass bead front sight. The action seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 7 oz. A well-balanced sidelock retailed in Wales. (13B11621-88) {C&R} (800/1200)

1504. REMINGTON MODEL 1894 BE GRADE DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #138704, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” damascus barrels choked full with a bright near excellent left bore and a very good right bore that shows some light pitting its full-length and a small ding at the muzzle leaving it slightly out-of-round. The barrels retain about 90% contrasting plum-brown and gray with attractive swirling damascus patterns throughout showing some scattered light handling marks, mild thinning under bright light and minor old oxidation staining.

The action is a relatively even mix of nice vibrant case-hardened colors and pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina mixing with some fine oxidation speckling. The triggerguard and top lever are toning to a medium gray-brown patina with remnants of original blue and the B grade embellishments remain intact and strong showing nice tasteful bordering and foliate flourishes. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, maintaining a nice honest appearance overall and excellent fit. The original hard rubber buttplate with Remington monogram is intact and in near excellent condition providing a 14” length-of-pull with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 3/4”. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety and single silver bead front sight and the barrels lock-up solid on-face. The action seems to function well mechanically with strong in-time ejectors and weight is 7 lbs.

11 oz. This is a very attractive Remington Model 1894 ejectorgun with fine original condition. (13B11621-41) {C&R} (800/1200)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1505. BELGIAN BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY A. FRANCOTTE serial #19433, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 25 1/4” damascus barrels choked improved cylinder in both, with bright very good bores with scattered light pitting and a few raised light dings in each. The barrels have toned to a warm gray-brown patina displaying an attractive damascus pattern throughout, with a light handling mark here or there. The frame retains 95% restored case-hardened colors with spots flaked to gray, a spot or two of older oxidation, and some previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The triggerguard retains nearly all its restored blue a few spots of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The frame is nicely embellished with wedges of foliate scroll engraving providing about 50% coverage, more of the same detailing the triggerguard, lever, and forend iron, and the matted rib shows a light Von Lengerke & Detmold retailer address. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in excellent condition with a minor handling mark or two, perhaps having been lightly cleaned and the checkering refreshed. The stock features an unengraved monogram plate on the toeline, and the solid rubber recoil pad gives a 14” length of pull with drops of 1 3/8” and 2 1/2”. The barrels show crisp Belgian and Francotte proofs, showing “NOT FOR BALL”, and are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face via dual underbites and a Greener-style crossbolt, the lever coming to rest just a hair left of center, and features double triggers, an automatic safety, extractors, and is sighted with a lone white bead on the neatly matted rib. A nicely restored Belgian double. (14B11621-141) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)

1506. AS-NEW STANDARD MANUFACTURING DP-12 SLIDE ACTION DOUBLE SHOTGUN

serial #DPP3141, 12 ga., 18 7/8” Tru-Choke barrel with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this as-new-in-box double barrel bullpup shotgun retain 99% plus original blue and black anodized finishes while the textured OD Green polymer pistolgrip stock and forend with removable vertical foregrip rate as-new. The shotgun features 3” chambers, Picatinnystyle accessory rails at the 12 and 6 o’clock positions, ambidextrous safety levers and slide release and a 16 round capacity when using 2 3/4” ammunition. Included is the original box, factory hangtags, manual, paperwork, cable lock with keys, choke wrench and two cylinder chokes.

This shotgun is as-new, factory fired only and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. (31A11805-4) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1507. AS-NEW STANDARD MANUFACTURING DP-12 SLIDE ACTION DOUBLE SHOTGUN

serial #DPP2141, 12 ga., 18 7/8” Tru-Choke barrel with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this as-new-in-box double barrel bullpup shotgun retain 99% plus original blue and black anodized finishes while the textured FDE polymer pistolgrip stock and forend with removable vertical foregrip rate as-new.

The shotgun features 3” chambers, Picatinny-style accessory rails at the 12 and 6 o’clock positions, ambidextrous safety levers and slide release and a 16 round capacity when using 2 3/4” ammunition. Included is the original box, factory hangtags, manual, paperwork, cable lock with keys, choke wrench and two cylinder chokes. This shotgun is as-new, factory fired only and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. (31A11805-5) {MODERN} (800/1200)

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1508. AS-NEW STANDARD MANUFACTURING DP-12 SLIDE ACTION DOUBLE SHOTGUN

serial #DPP2506, 12 ga., 18 7/8” Tru-Choke barrel with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this as-new-in-box double barrel bullpup shotgun retain 99% plus original blue and black anodized finishes while the textured black polymer pistolgrip stock and forend with removable vertical foregrip rate as-new. The shotgun features 3” chambers, Picatinny-style accessory rails at the 12 and 6 o’clock positions, ambidextrous safety levers and slide release and a 16 round capacity when using 2 3/4” ammunition. Included is the original box, factory hangtags, manual, paperwork, cable lock with keys, choke wrench and two cylinder chokes. This shotgun is as-new, factory fired only and may have a very small rack or handling mark only. (31A11805-6) {MODERN} (800/1200)

1509. SPANISH COPY OF A SHARPS FOURBARREL PEPPERBOX BY ANTONIO GARAGARZA serial #2, 7mm RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with oxidized bores showing some remnants of visible rifling. The barrels retain about 40% original bright blue with the balance flaked to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina showing a little old oxidation staining and maker’s name and Eibar location nicely inlaid in silver along both of the top barrels. The frame shows remnants of silver finish mostly toning to pewter gunmetal with some mild brown oxidation staining. The hammer back spring retains good straw color and the smooth walnut grips are pencil-numbered to the gun and remain in near excellent condition with strong antique varnish, light handling marks and nice grain figure. The barrels lock up well and feature a transverse bar release and, perhaps most prominently, there is a large ejector rod housed along the right side of the frame, the rod itself with some vestiges of subtle fire blue. The nose sometimes does not rotate reliably and the hammer otherwise seems to function well mechanically.

An interesting copy with a somewhat bulky and industrial-looking but useful ejector rod. (13B11802-7) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1510. SPANISH COPY OF A SHARPS FOUR-BARREL PEPPERBOX BY TEODORO YBARZABAL serial #27, 9mm RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with moderately oxidized bores showing some good rifling throughout. The barrels retain perhaps 35% original bright blue lurking about the protected areas with overall toning to a mild graybrown patina and the right side with some scattered pinprick pitting. The small flat area at the underside muzzle show maker’s name and Eibar location stamp while the left side of the frame shows caliber designation marking in two lines. The iron frame is a mild gunmetal patina with light zigzagging border motif and the smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition with mostly worn finish and just a few minor handling marks. The barrels lock up well with a transverse bar release and this example is also equipped with a non-spring-loaded ejector rod in the center of the barrels, akin to a hand ejector revolver system. The hammer nose does not rotate properly though the hammer is otherwise crisp and seems to function normally. Another interesting period copy for the Sharps collector. (13A11802-8) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1511. UNMARKED EUROPEAN COPY OF A SHARPS FOUR-BARREL PEPPERBOX serial #1, 22 RF, 3 11/16” four-barrel cluster with partially bright very good bore showing some scattered old oxidation and good rifling throughout. This is a rather long-barreled copy, the barrels retaining generous remnants of original blue toning to a pleasant deep blue-gray patina overall. The only markings appear to be the stamped “1” on the underside barrels and forward frame. The frame shows remnants of bright gold wash that is flaking to pale ocher brass and showing some scattered light handling marks.

The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition with strong original varnish, some edge wear and light handling marks. The barrels lock up well with button release similar to the Sharps Model 1 and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. (13A11802-4) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

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1512. INTERESTING SHARPS & HANKINS-STYLE LONG-BARRELED SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #2, 9mm RF (.34 cal), 13 3/4” round barrel with octagonal breech section and an about good bore showing scattered light pitting and old oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. Similar to the Model 3, the metal surfaces of this peculiar pistol have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing scattered light to moderate old pitting that is partially smoothed-over in some areas. The frame is embellished with rather crude foliate motifs and zigzag bordering and the bottom of the grip frame is grooved for attaching a period shoulder stock that is no longer present. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition right and very good plus condition left showing some light handling marks and a small hole along the base of the left panel. The front sight is a fine brass blade, the firing pin is mounted in the frame and there is a left-side barrel release button and a pull-down button on the forward underside frame for taking the barrel off quickly. The pistol is equipped with a barrel-hammer interlock safety when the hammer is at full cock and the action seems to function normally. (13A11802-6) {ANTIQUE} (600/800)

1513. BRITISH HALFSTOCK FLINTLOCK FOWLER BY DAWES

16 bore, 35” damascus barrel with raised breech flats and a moderately oxidized bore. The barrel of this original flint fowler has been cleaned to gunmetal showing partially smoothed-over moderate pitting its full-length and remnants of damascus patterns. The vent is gold-lined and the top of the breech shows small “LONDON” mark and a nice large starburst motif. The lockplate is more of a smoky gray patina with “DAWES” in the center, foliate motif at the rear and sun ray motif at the top. The cock may be a replacement and the lock hardware is otherwise quite attractive with waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The barrel is secured by a pair of wedges with nice silver escutcheons and the hardware has mostly toned to gunmetal again with some moderate pitting and the triggerguard with nice pineapple finial. There is a thin silver oval monogram plate atop the wrist and the checkered walnut stock with horn nosecap remains in very good plus condition showing some older added varnish with a couple of small cracks and some overall light dings. The hardware fit remains quite good and the stock flat edges are well-defined. The likely original brass-tipped hickory ramrod with worm end is present, the front sight bead has been lost to the years and the lock is functional.

(13B11579-38) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1514. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 18-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #1K9837, 22 LR, 4” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely K-22 Combat Masterpiece remains in excellent condition showing light use and retains about 99% plus original blue showing a few light handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. It is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. This gun includes a mismatched factory box that is correctly end labeled to the gun, it has been renumbered to the gun, includes a cleaning kit, and manual. A wonderful K22 for your collection or shooting enjoyment. (8A11710-47) {C&R} (700/900)

1515. HIGH STANDARD MODEL C SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #1527, 22 Short, 4 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol shows minimal use and remains in wonderful condition. The pistol retains about 99% original blue showing minor edge wear and a few insignificant handling marks. The checkered hard rubber factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, and Type I-A takedown. This gun includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly labeled to the gun with penciled serial number, a single factory ten-round magazine, and green factory “Instruction tag”. The tag rates excellent while the box rates very good plus with light scuffing on the edges of the box labels. A wonderful example of a Model C. (8A11493-167) {C&R} (700/900)

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1516. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52-2 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #A429277, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This “38 Master” pistol retains about 97% original blue showing scattered light edge wear, and handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition with minor handling marks. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, slide mounted manual firing pin block safety, and overtravel stop on the frame. The top of the slide has been non-factory drilled and tapped for optics, four holes have filler screws. The pistol includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of five-round factory marked magazines, factory bushing wrench, manual, and paperwork. A favorite of the mid-range Bullseye sect. (8A11710-26) {MODERN} (700/900)

1517. RANDALL SERVICE MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #RF0008147C, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely Model A131 shows light use, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with light handling marks. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a semi-ramp serrated front sight, black blade Millett adjustable rear sight, flat top slide, extended thumb safety and slide stop, beavertail grip safety, and long trigger with overtravel stop. It includes the original box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked seven-round magazines, manual, and paperwork. The box rates near excellent with light edge wear. This is the most prolific version of the various Randall models but with only about 2,083 A131’s produced they are still scarce especially in such fine condition. (8A11619-1) {MODERN} (700/900)

1518. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #RD3721, 38 Special, 2” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful early 1990’s revolver appears to have seen little if any use. It retains about 99% original blue and shows only a light turn ring on the cylinder. The checkered factory Pachmayr Compac rubber grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition.

It is sighted with a long sloping smooth ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. This fourth issue revolver would make a fine addition to any collection. (8A11532-67) {MODERN} (700/900)

1519. COLT COBRA DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #7703-LW, 38 Special, 2” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This early revolver (1952) has seen light use and retains about 97% original blue and anodized finishes showing scattered light handling marks, limited edge wear, and slight thinning on the butt and backstrap. The service trigger and hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered Coltwood factory round butt service grips feature a Rampant Colt in a circle and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. A fine example of the Cobra. (8A11724-22) {C&R} (700/900)

1520. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #A133116, 22 LR, 5 1/2” slab-sided heavy barrel with an excellent bore.

This early 1970s pistol shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 98% original blue showing light edge wear and handling marks. The checkered walnut factory wraparound thumb / finger rest grips rate near excellent with a tiny chip on the toe of the left panel and few minor handling marks. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and cocking indicator. It includes a single ten-round factory marked magazine. An excellent example.

(8A11710-48) {C&R}.

(700/900)

1521. SMITH & WESSON K-22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #K207781, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This Third Model K-22 remains in excellent condition and retains about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks.

The service trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut target grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain very good plus condition with few light handling marks and dings. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A lovely example of an early 1950’s K-22. (8A11724-15) {C&R} (700/900)

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1522. SMITH & WESSON K-22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #K9209, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely second year Third Model K-22 remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% original blue with a few light handling marks and slight edge wear. The service trigger and service hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in very good condition with few light handling marks and dings along the edge of the butt. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, it has the small ejector rod head, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. This is an excellent 1947 K-22 Masterpiece for your collection. (8A11658-9) {C&R} (700/900)

1523. SMITH & WESSON K-38 COMBAT MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #K139904, 38 Special, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This early 1950s five-screw revolver remains in excellent condition showing light use. It retains about 99% original blue showing minor edge wear, a few tiny spots of light oxidation, and handling marks.

The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. An excellent Combat Masterpiece.

(8A11724-8) {C&R} (700/900)

1524. CUSTOM SMITH & WESSON MODEL 17-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #3K5508, 224 Harvey Kay-Chuck, 6” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. The 224 Harvey Kay-Chuck cartridge was developed by Jim Harvey and Don Cassavant around the late 1950’s. It utilized a shortened and blown out (improved) 22 Hornet case.

It was a popular conversion and eventually prompted S&W to bring out the Model 53. It is purported this cartridge did not have the tendency to lock up the guns like the 22 Remington Jet did. They built about 30 guns, which they usually did not caliber mark, before selling the rights to Bennett Gun Works, Delmar, New York.

They built about 300 more on various 22 LR K-frames with the K-22 Masterpiece 6” the most popular. They normally roll stamped the barrel with the new caliber and marked it Bennett Gun Works. This K-22 Masterpiece conversion retains about 99% original blue showing light edge wear and handling marks. This gun shipped with a target trigger and hammer but is now equipped with a service trigger and .500” target hammer with bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate about very good plus with light handling marks. It features a Patridge front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and it is not marked with either the Bennett Gun Works or 224 Harvey Kay-Chuck designations. The center fire firing pin conversion will need attention as the firing pin will not stay in its seat in the frame. It is held by a small pin backed by a hex screw inserted from the top of the frame under the rear sight and the pin appears to be worn. The original firing pin and firing pin spring are provided. A factory letter is provided where Mr. Mundell talks about the Kay-Chuck conversion. He indicates this gun shipped September 6, 1972 to Bearnard E. Gitlin Company, Hartford, Connecticut and states it was later sent to Bennett Gun Works although that is a supposition by him. Smith & Wesson did not endorse these modifications although the popularity required they acknowledge their existence. A wonderful gun from a bygone era for the collector or handloading experimenters. (8A11666-57) {MODERN} [Casey Collection] (700/900)

1525. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 34 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #46679, 22 LR, 2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely improved Iframe 22/32 Kit Gun has seen minimal use and remains in excellent condition. There is a factory rework date of June 1960 on the grip frame but it appears to have been for mechanical issues. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing only a light turn ring on the recessed cylinder and cold blue on the sides of the front sight. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The square butt diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. The front sight has a later added red insert in addition to a black blade micro adjustable rear sight, improved flat latch; the barrel, cylinder, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun but the crane appears to be an un-numbered replacement. It is not uncommon to find transitional numbered guns with serial numbered parts. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning rod, and sight adjustment tool (screwdriver) with earlier heavily knurled aluminum handle. An excellent Kit Gun for your collection. (8A10826-682) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1526. BROWNING MODEL 1971 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #71N08878, 380 ACP, 4 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1971-manufactured pistol remains in virtually as new condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing one tiny oxidation stain on the slide at the frame juncture. The checkered synthetic black grips feature a thumb rest and rate excellent.

To meet the import requirements of the G.C.A.’68 they incorporated several features including serrated ramp front sight, adjustable target rear sight, and wide target-style trigger. It includes the black factory leather soft case and a factory six-round magazine with finger rest extension. The case rates excellent. This model was short lived having been imported for about five years. (8A10826-11) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)

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1527. FINE STEVENS NO. 35 OFFHAND TARGET SINGLE SHOT PISTOL serial #34728, 22 LR, 6” part round part octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful pistol appears to have seen little use. The barrel retains about 98% original blue showing some light thinning over the barrel address under strong light. The frame retains about 99% original nickel plate. The trigger and hammer retain full blue with slight edge wear on the trigger.

The smooth walnut factory grips rate excellent with reapplied varnish and they are numbered to the gun. The barrel and frame numbers match, barrel to frame fit is tight, it has a crisp action, and features a bead front sight with step adjustable rear sight.

It includes an original period box that is correctly end labeled to the gun and bore wipe (cleaning rod). The dark blue box has diamond pattern on the top and rates about fair. It shows light edge wear, the label has several small tears but remains intact, and the bottom of the box is failing in the corners for the full length of two sides although a skillful person may be able to make acceptable repairs. A truly fine example seldom seen with the box. (8A10826-718) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1528. BROWNING MODEL 1971 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #72N23695, 380 ACP, 4 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1972-manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few light handling and wear marks. The checkered synthetic black grips feature a thumb rest and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, adjustable target rear sight, and wide target-style trigger. It includes the black factory leather soft case, a factory sixround magazine with finger rest extension, black right-hand strong side Bianchi #19 thumb break holster with 1 3/4” belt loop, and manual. The accessories rate excellent. This model was only imported for about five years.

(8A11783-2) {C&R} (700/900)

1529. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 34-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #M84930, 22 LR, 4” pinned barrel with an excellent bore.

This lovely 22/32 Kit Gun remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks.

The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain robust casehardened colors. The checkered walnut factory Magna round butt grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. It is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory twopiece box, correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, and cleaning rod. An excellent little Kit Gun showing light use. (8A11725-3) {MODERN} (700/900)

1530. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 13-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #2D85180, 357 Magnum, 4” pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Magnum Military & Police revolver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory square butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. This gun is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning rod, manual, and paperwork. A great find for the dedicated collector. (8A11792-10) {MODERN} (700/900)

1531. U.S. MODEL 1917 ENFIELD BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY EDDYSTONE

serial #408356, 30-06, 26” 2-18 dated Eddystone barrel with an about very good bore showing light to moderate oxidation in the forward half but strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal reapplied dark gray-green Parkerized finish with light operational wear, handling marks, and hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The walnut stock is in very good plus to near excellent condition with some light dings and handling marks and tiny older chips at the toe. The stock is marked with a light boxed “3GMK” on the left and a clear “1X” immediately behind the triggerguard, and the stock nose is stamped with the expected “E”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and the rear sight ladder is “R” marked but the remaining marked parts bear the proper “E” for Eddystone.

The standard open sights are intact. A solid M1917 Enfield, arsenal refurbished after the First World War. (14A11724-4) {C&R} (700/900)

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1532. PARKER PH GRADE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #82628, 12 ga on a No 1 1/2 frame, 32” twist steel barrels choked cylinder and full with good bores showing light oxidation and light to moderate pitting, and a light ding about 9 1/2” from the left muzzle. The barrels have toned to a gray patina with overall fine oxidation staining, some spots of more significant staining, a small ding on the bottom edge of the left muzzle, and a light handling mark or two. The frame has toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with similar oxidation staining and touches of pinprick pitting, the PH grade engraving intact with “PARKER BROS” marked both left and right. The pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good condition with a tiny chip and two short hairline cracks at the tip of the upper tang, moderately softened checkering (the forend checkering now only visible), and light dings and handling marks; the stock and forend are shy of the metal in spots. The stock features a hard rubber gripcap, an unengraved shield-shaped monogram plate, and the Parker dog’s head hard rubber buttplate is intact, showing general light wear, and giving an about 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of about 1 7/8” and 3”. The matted rib is clearly marked with the Parker Bros’ address, and both barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just a hair left of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, 2 1/2” chambers, and is sighted with a tall brass bead. The Parker Gun Identification and Serialization book reflects that the shotgun left the factory as it is currently configured. An honest 1895-made Parker for the American shotgun enthusiast. (14A11621-22) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1533. L.C. SMITH GRADE 2 SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #323110, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 32” Crown Steel barrels choked improved modified and full with light pitting scattered throughout. The barrels retain about 50% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, toning to graybrown patina with minor silvering at the muzzles, a couple small spots of light pitting, and numerous light handling marks and fine abrasions. The frame has toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with light oxidation staining and fine pinprick pitting on the lockplates and underside of the frame, the protected areas behind the fences retaining some lovely case-color most notably on the right side. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in good to about very good condition with a repaired break looping from one lockplate to the other, a couple short, tight cracks at the rear of the forend and a narrow chip to the ebony tip insert, and some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock features unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline and a 14 1/2” length of pull with drops of 1 7/8” and 3”, and the forend shows a worn circular dog’s head inlay and an ebony forend tip. The frame is nicely factory engraved with light filigree scroll and a game bird on each lockplate, the rib extension is “Hunter Arms Co” marked, and the barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, extractors, and a lone brass bead. (14A11621-8) {C&R} (700/900)

1534. WINCHESTER MODEL 55 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE serial #9950, 32 W.S., 24” nickel steel barrel with a bright excellent bore showing bare hints of oxidation only noticed upon close inspection. The barrel and half magazine of this 1927-made rifle retain about 90% original blue with general light wear, a few spots streaking lightly gray, and some light handling marks and specks of oxidation. The receiver and extension have toned to a smooth gray-brown patina with remnants of blue on the sides and strong blue on the bolt, hammer, and link, and a few specks of old oxidation and light handling marks. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition as lightly cleaned with the scattered remnants of old dings and light handling marks, and the steel shotgun-style steel buttplate shows a gray-brown patina with spots of fine pitting. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, and some of the screws show the beginnings of slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman brass bead front sight and a flattop sporting-style rear sight, the magazine unscrews correctly but the rifle resists take down. A solid Model 55 from about midway through production. (14A11669-7) {C&R} (700/900)

1535. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1892 TAKEDOWN RIFLE

serial #300613, 25-20 W.C.F., 24” part round part octagon barrel with an about very good bore showing scattered light pitting but evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1905-made rifle retain about 95% reapplied blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, a few spots of finish loss on the right side of the frame, and some speckled fine oxidation and handling marks. The lever has toned largely to a gray case-hardened patina with areas toning lightly to brown, and a small remnant of case color at the root. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are contemporary replacement and are in excellent condition. The two-line Winchester barrel address and other factory markings are intact and crisp, and some of the screws show some light slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman “Hunting” front sight and a flattop sporting-style rear sight, and the rifle takes down correctly. (14A11669-6) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1536. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM serial #2874d, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore showing light pitting in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1917-dated pistol retain about 98% excellent quality professionally reapplied blue with a few touches of wear on high edges and contact points, some specks of oxidation on the stock lug, and some hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish; the barrel is toning slightly plum under bright light. The strawed parts have drifted to an even mix of silver and straw color, the ejector remaining strongest, and the forward toggle pins and sear spring show some strong fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with light softening of the checkering with a few chipped points, and a light handling mark or two; both panels are unnumbered. The DWM monogram and 1917 date are intact and clear if slightly softened by refinishing, the Eagle firing proof on the barrel some what light but the remaining barrel and receiver markings remaining strong, and all the numbered parts are matching to the pistol, including the ungrooved firing pin, save for the sear which is numbered “81”; the rear toggle pin is unnumbered. The rear sight has been neatly modified into a square notch and the front blade replaced with an about 1/8” Patridge-style blade. No magazine is included. A nicely restored P.08 Luger. (14A11672-4) {C&R} (700/900)

1537. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #32828, 38-56 W.C.F., 25 1/2” shortened round barrel with full magazine and a very good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1889-made rifle have toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with areas of light oxidation staining, spots of old oxidation, and some scattered light handling marks; the bolt shows small remnants of original blue in the protected areas.

The screws show a bright silvery patina with light to moderate slot wear, and several of the screws are later replacements, including the tang screw. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an about 1” chip along the right side of the upper tang, a very thin sliver ahead of it, a small chip at the forend cap, and a few light dings and handling marks; the curved steel buttplate has toned to an oxidized brown patina with undertones of gray, and is lightly proud at the toe. The magazine hanger is soldered into what is likely a newly cut dovetail, and the barrel is sighted with a Lyman “Hunting” blade front sight and a sporting-style semibuckhorn rear sight. A salty Model 1886 for the Winchester enthusiast. (14A11684-1) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1538. CUSTOM INLAND DIVISION M1 CARBINE WITH FOLDING STOCK

serial #6239590, 30 Carbine, 18” 9-44 dated Inland barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, the barrel toning to gray, and mottling of the finish on the barrel band.

The aftermarket pistolgrip underfolding walnut and steel stock is in near excellent condition with a few light dings and handling marks, the pistolgrip showing neatly routered edges. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the handguard resists removal disallowing inspections of the small part markings. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, round bolt, rotary safety, Type V magazine catch, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. No magazine is included. (14A11724-2) {MODERN} (700/900)

1539. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE

serial #887437, 30 W.C.F., 20” nickel steel round barrel with full magazine and a very good bore with pinprick to perhaps light pitting but still showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1919-made carbine retain about 75% original blue with light wear along the barrel, the magazine tube showing moderate wear toning to gray along its underside, along with some scattered light handling marks and specks of old oxidation; mirrored half-circle notches have been added to the barrel and magazine immediately behind the upper band. The receiver has worn to a silvery-gray patina with flaking remnants of blue, becoming strong in the protected areas, some speckled oxidation staining, and a few light handling marks; the lever is in similar condition and the hammer retains nearly all its blue with only light operational wear. The straight grip gumwood stock is in good condition with a pair of about 1” cracks on the lower half of both sides of the wrist, a short hairline crack also present at the top left of the wrist, along with wear at the toe and some dings and handling marks; “D. HOOVER” is neatly incise carved on the right side, near the edge of the butt. The forend is in very good plus condition with only a light abrasion or two, and both stock and forend show an added finish with a spot or two of light flaking; the steel carbine buttplate is intact and showing overall light oxidation staining. The Winchester factory markings are intact and crisp, and several screws show light slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a Marble’s 94-C beaded blade front sight and a ladder-style adjustable rear sight, and the saddle ring and stud are intact. An honest Model 1894 SRC with plenty of life left in it. (14A11523-57) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)

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1540. SMITH & WESSON MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER

29-3

serial #AVC7348, 44 Magnum, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The serrated .400” semi-target trigger and .500” target hammer retain vibrant case-hardened colors with minor silvering along their edges. The revolver has a red insert front sight with white line adjustable micro rear sight. The factory goncalo alves grips with silver medallions and speed loader cut out remain in excellent condition. Includes a factory box end labeled and numbered to the gun with cleaning kit and two HKS speed loaders. A fine representation overall. (10A11591-65) {MODERN} (700/900)

1541. REMINGTON MODEL 12-CS SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #633125, 22 Rem. Special, 24” octagon barrel with a very good bore showing scattered fine oxidation and light pitting with evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 80% original blue toning to brown with scattered freckling, scattered handling marks, and light operational wear. The plain shallow walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forearm rate very good with scattered light handling marks. The original sights remain intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. (10A11696-18) {C&R} (700/900)

1542. REMINGTON MODEL 8 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #60350, 32 Remington, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% evenly thinning blue with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining and light wear at the muzzle and high edges. The plain pistolgrip walnut stock and schnabel forend rate very good plus with scattered light handling marks and a few very minor impressions. The grooved steel buttplate is mostly a gray-brown patina with traces of blue remaining in protected areas and the rifle features a standard white bead front, Marble’s R-6 tang sight and Marble’s folding leaf rear sight and sling swivels. A fine Model 8 overall. (10A11696-5) {C&R} (700/900)

1543. REMINGTON MODEL SLIDE ACTION RIFLE

12C

serial #558029, 22 S,L,LR, 24” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and frame retain 95% evenly thinning blue that tones more brown under direct light with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining, light edge wear and superficial scratches. The magazine tube and slide arm retain perhaps 85% blue with loss to operation and carry wear. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate very good with overall light handling marks and spots of flaked varnish. The crescent logo buttplate is mostly a blue gray patina with scattered specks of fine oxidation and silvering along its high edges. The rifle has a standard bead front sight with adjustable blade rear and is a nice example that appears to function well mechanically. (10A11696-16) {C&R} (700/900)

1544. COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #321186, 32 ACP, 3 3/4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing very light scattered pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This 1919-manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition. It retains about 95% original blue showing light edge wear, thinning along the straps with some scattered minor handling marks.

The checkered hard rubber factory grips with Colt banner and Rampant Colt have faded to brown with softened points and remain in very good plus condition. The pistol has a half moon front sight with drift-adjustable rear and comes with a single blued two-line eight-round magazine.

(10A11591-45) {C&R} (700/900)

1545. SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 OLD ARMY REVOLVER serial #47363, 32 RF, 6” ribbed octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing light pitting and oxidation along its length with crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of plumb and gray patinas with spots of fine oxidation and pinprick pitting. The barrel and cylinder markings are crisp and legible and all numbered parts are matching with assembly number “664”. The smooth rosewood grips rate very good with light handling marks and a small chip missing from the toe of the right panel. Some of the screws show light slot wear and the action functions well mechanically with correct timing and lockup and it is sighted with a half-moon front and fixed rear sight with barrel to frame fit relatively solid. (10A11556-5) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

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435

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1546. WINCHESTER MODEL 98 BREECHLOADING SALUTE CANNON serial #833, 10 ga. Blank, 12” barrel with very good bore showing light pitting and oxidation. The tube is mostly an even brown patina with traces of blue remaining in protected areas with scattered fine oxidation staining and light handling marks throughout. It is marked “NOT FOR BALL” along its top with Winchester address. The steel wheel carriage retains nearly all of its black enamel finish with some spots of minor flaking and light handling marks and reads “W.R.A. CO / Trade Mark / Registered in U.S.A.” on both sides. The pull cord is no longer present and this is a fine example of these popular salute cannons. (10A11735-6) {NON-GUN} (700/900)

1547. GERMAN P.38 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY SPREEWERK serial #1224l, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This cyqcoded pistol retains 90% original thinning blue with overall high edge and muzzle wear with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining. The “eagle / 88” Waffenamt and all other markings remain crisp and all numbered parts are matching. The grooved phenolic resin grips rate excellent aside from a few minor handling marks hardly worth mention. Included are two magazines, one Mauser “eagle / 135” and one Walther “P.38v” with “eagle / 359” marked both showing light operational wear. The action appears to function well mechanically. (10A11665-1) {C&R} (700/900)

1548. GERMAN P.38 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY WALTHER serial #5829d, 9mm, 5” barrel with a very good bright bore showing light pitting, oxidation, and strong rifling throughout.

The metal surfaces of this ac/43 marked pistol retains 95% arsenal applied blue toning to brown along the barrel and gripstrap with scattered light oxidation and silvering along some of the high edges. All numbered parts are matching and the frame and slide have crisp “eagle / 359” Waffenamt. The slide is marked with a Russian “X” above the serial number and the back of the frame is importer marked. The grooved Bakelite grips rate excellent with minor light handling marks and included is a correct “P.38v” with “eagle / 359” marked magazine. A fine example that appears to function well mechanically.

(10A11725-2) {C&R} (700/900)

1549. GERMAN P.38 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY WALTHER serial #7842a, 9mm, 5” barrel with bright very good bore showing light pitting, oxidation, and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces on this ac/43 marked pistol retain 97% arsenal applied blue with spots of light oxidation, pinprick pitting, and light edge wear. All numbered parts are matching. The frame and slide have correct “eagle / 359” Waffenamt marks with a Russian “X” at front of slide and the rear of the frame is importer marked. The grooved Bakelite grips rate excellent with minor handling marks. Included is one “P.38”, “eagle / 359” marked magazine with light operational wear. The action seems to function well mechanically. (10A11725-1) {C&R} (700/900)

1550. EXCELLENT CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT AUTOMATIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #0D117012, 25 ACP, 2 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore.

The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue showing a couple of light handling marks. The polished surfaces on the hammer, trigger and barrel remain bright and all markings are crisp. The gun is stocked with a set of Spresser Ivory grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions that includes a certificate of authenticity from the maker and they rate excellent. The pistol has fixed sights and comes with its original factory box numbered to the gun, a set of checkered walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions, and one single twoline Colt marked magazine. This gun is consecutively numbered to the following lot. (10A11712-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

1551. EXCELLENT CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT AUTOMATIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #0D117011, 25 ACP, 2 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue showing a couple of light handling marks. The polished surfaces on the hammer, trigger and barrel remain bright and all markings are crisp. The gun is stocked with a set of Spresser ivory grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions that includes a copy of the certificate of authenticity from the maker and they rate excellent. The pistol has fixed sights and comes with its original factory box numbered to the gun, a set of checkered walnut grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions, and one single two-line Colt marked magazine. This gun is consecutively numbered to the previous lot. (10A11712-4) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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436

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1552. WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN serial #161329, 410 bore, 26” plain barrel choked modified with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1963-manufactured shotgun retain 95% original blue with light handling marks and spots of minor high edge and operational wear. The smooth walnut pistolgrip and grooved forend rate very good with light handling marks and a simple repair has been made at the toe reshaping it ever so slightly with added finish. The barrel extension is matching and the shotgun is sighted with a single silver bead front and all markings remain crisp. A fine example overall that seems to function well mechanically. (10A11523-15) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)

1553. SKB MODEL 200 SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #NT10277, 28 ga., 28” matted rib screwchoked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98% quality restored blue with the small parts retaining a similar percentage of restored blue all showing light handling marks and spots of freckling throughout. The receiver retains vibrant casehardened colors with spots of fine oxidation staining along the wood lines. The checkered Turkish walnut pistolgrip stock and beavertail forend rate very good plus with light handling marks and spots of flaked varnish with a length of pull of 14 3/4” and drops of 1 7/8” and 2 1/4”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, ejectors, and single front brass bead sight. The action locks up tight and the ejectors are robust. Included are a factory box end labeled and numbered to the gun, green canvas covered luggage case with cleaning rod, snap caps, and cleaning implements. These items appear to have suffered from poor storage as they show varying amounts of moisture damage from wrinkling of the cardboard to verdigris on the snap caps. A nicely restored small bore that seems to function well mechanically. (10A11690-30) {MODERN} (700/900)

1554. WINCHESTER PRE ‘64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #251382, 270 Win., 24” barrel with bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1953-manufactured rifle retain perhaps 90% original blue with light handling marks and specks of scattered fine oxidation staining. The bottom metal retains about 80% blue with high edge and carry wear, with specks of fine oxidation staining. The checkered steel buttplate is mostly a blue-gray with silvering on the points. The bolt body remains mostly bright and the handle is a mix of plum and gray patinas.

The checkered Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock rates about very good with light handling marks and has a repaired 1 1/4” crack on the right side of the forend that is easily overlooked. The original sights remain intact. (10A11791-3) {C&R} (700/900)

1555. ATTRACTIVE CUSTOM STEVENS FAVORITE SINGLE SHOT RIFLE serial #82276, 22 LR, 22” neatly-relined part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this nice little rifle retains about 99% quality restored rust blue and shows strong original markings. The action retains about 90% original cyanide case-hardened colors with loss due to some scattered mild oxidation staining and speckling. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend are excellent deluxe grade replacements showing a few thin scratches on the right side of the buttstock and a thin repair at the heel with otherwise beautiful grain figure throughout. A slightly undersized Stevens Favorite buttplate is affixed and the rifle is sighted with a nice Vernier-style short range tang peep sight, simple fixed u-notch rear and Beach combination front. The action seems to function well mechanically. A nicely enhanced example of these popular little rifles. (13A11647-6) {C&R} (700/900)

1556. HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 199 SPORTSMAN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #S16518, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver remains virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The trigger and hammer are bright, and the top latch retains full blue. The checkered walnut one-piece factory target grips rate excellent. This gun features an elevation adjustable Patridge front sight, windage adjustable black blade rear sight, patent dates on the cylinder, hammer mounted firing pin, and barrel to frame fit is tight. All the appropriate parts are numbered to the gun. It includes a factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled to the gun although it is numbered to another gun, the surfaces are blue cloth covered with gold H&R logos. It remains in very good plus condition showing light storage wear. Also included is a factory brochure for the single and double action Sportsman models with a small square section cut out of the bottom of the center trifold. An excellent example of the Single Action Sportsman. (8B11777-78) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (700/900)

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437

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1557. SMITH & WESSON U.S. NAVY CONTRACT VICTORY MODEL REVOLVER serial #V55027, 38 Special, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver remains in excellent condition and retains about 99% original Parco-Lubrite finish showing very light edge wear and a few minor handling marks. The service trigger, hammer, and lanyard loop retain bold case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The un-numbered smooth walnut factory replacement grips rate excellent with few handling marks. This gun features fixed sights, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and the topstrap is marked “U.S. NAVY”. It includes an unmarked contemporary factory two-piece box. An excellent example of a Victory Model. (8A11810-19) {C&R} (700/900)

1558. BERETTA M9 SPECIAL EDITION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL KIT serial #M9-2475, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely gun remains as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% plus matte black Bruniton finish. The checkered black synthetic grips with Beretta monograms remain in excellent condition. It features von Stavenhagen sights, ambidextrous slide mounted safety / decocker, and serrated straps. This kit includes the original factory pistol box and shipping container, both are correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, factory marked fifteen-round magazine, U.S. M12 holster, M1025 magazine pouch, M1015 pistol belt, all constructed of nylon and olive drab in color plus a factory manual, reproduction of U.S. field manual, manual for holster, certificate of authenticity, and a Beretta arm patch. An excellent commemorative M9 pistol. (8A11810-11) {MODERN} (700/900)

1559. RUGER 77/22 BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #700-00142, 22 LR, 20” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This desirable rimfire comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It remains asnew-in-box showing only perhaps a light storage mark or two with the only apology being a scant fleck of silvering on the bolt handle, and the checkered walnut stock remains excellent and shows handsome straight-grain figuring. It retains the standard open sights and safety features and included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, factory 9-round rotary magazine, and an original factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in August of 1984. The rimfire variants of Ruger’s 77-platform have enjoyed increased collector interest and are a fine candidate for the field or the collection. (26A11655-3) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (700/900)

1560. EXCELLENT RUGER M77R MK. II BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #780-00142, 243 Win, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. A handsome first-year rifle which comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. This low-numbered Mark II appears as-new-inbox, showing only perhaps a light storage mark, with the frame toning lightly to plum and the factory buttpad showing typical scattered white discoloration from age. Included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, new-in-box Ruger rings, and an original factory invoice indicating that this rifle left the factory in February of 1993. A lovely example in a desirable chambering.

(26A11655-8) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (700/900)

1561. EXCELLENT RUGER 77/50RS SINGLE SHOT PERCUSSION RIFLE

serial 730-00142, .50 cal, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This muzzleloader comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box with some of the blue areas toning to plum under direct light and the black factory buttpad showing typical discoloration from age. The hardwood stock rates excellent and it retains its open sights. Included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, as well as a new-in-box set of Ruger rings, manual, paperwork, breech plug wrench and handle, and threaded cleaning tube. This first-year-of-production rifle left the factory in 1997 and remains in excellent condition. (26A11655-14) {ANTIQUE} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (700/900)

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438

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1562. WINCHESTER MODEL 90 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #755491, 22 LR, 24” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% reapplied blue, showing a few scattered light handling marks and flecks of silvering with scattered light pitting visible underneath the finish. The walnut furniture remains near-excellent showing only very light handling wear with perhaps a coat of added light finish showing slight crazing throughout, and the right-side buttplate is inlaid with an ovoid brass medallion which reads “E.N.H.” over “1928” and shows handsome patina.

It retains the standard open sights and appears to function well mechanically. (26A10826-755) {C&R} (700/900)

1563. EARLY RUGER SUPER BLACKHAWK 50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER serial #SB-00142, 44 Magnum, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome Super Blackhawk comes from the personal collection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co., and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s nowdefunct “low serial number” program, featuring his number “142”. It appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark or spot of old dried lubricant, with some of the areas toning lightly to plum.

The smooth hardwood grip panels with Ruger Eagle medallions remain excellent and the hammer retains all of its rich top bluing. It retains the standard open sights and timing and lockup remain excellent, and included is the factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, factory fired case, pistol rug, and a factory invoice indicating that this gun left the factory in January of 2009. An excellent low-number Super Blackhawk sure to please the Ruger collector or big bore shooter alike. (26A11655-28) {MODERN} [The Stephen Sanetti Collection] (700/900)

1564. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #242243, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 97% original blue, showing only minimal handling wear throughout with light oxidation staining faintly visible in the areas of loss focused chiefly on the cylinder, with the hammer and trigger toning to a gunmetal patina and showing handsome muted case-hardened colors. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent showing little if any handling wear.

Timing and lockup appear sound and ejector function remains robust. Included is the original hinged box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, remaining excellent overall showing only light soiling with minimal edge or corner wear. A lovely 32 DA with plenty of condition left. (26A10826-656) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1565. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #160621, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few areas of pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain 99% original nickel finish, showing only a few scattered light handling marks throughout and perhaps the odd negligible fleck of oxidation staining. The hammer, trigger, and triggerguard show handsome smoky casehardened colors with the triggerguard retaining generous original blue and showing light oxidation staining visible under direct light.

The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition, toning to a deep chocolate brown and showing little if any handling wear. Timing and lockup remain sound and the ejector functions as it should with strong spring and snap. Included is the original hinged cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to this revolver, remaining in excellent overall condition showing only light soiling with minimal edge or corner wear to speak of. A lovely boxed example in a fine state of condition. (26A10826-667) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

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439

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1566. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #13018, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright about very good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain 98% original nickel finish, showing some scattered light handling wear throughout with a few minor flecks of oxidation visible in the areas of loss under direct light, with the trigger toning to a smoky gunmetal patina and showing handsome case-hardened colors and the triggerguard retaining generous original blue. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent, remaining a deep and handsome black and showing little if any handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector remains robust with strong spring and snap, and the grip safety functions as it should. Included is the original hinged maroon cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the revolver, which remains in excellent overall condition showing minimal edge or corner wear. A lovely Safety Hammerless package. (26A10826-662) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1567. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #155933, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 97% original blue, showing only a few scattered light handling marks throughout with a few areas of silvering on the high edges and light oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss focused chiefly on the triggerguard. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent, having toned to a deep chocolate brown and showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector remains robust with strong spring and snap, and the grip safety appears to function as it should. Included is the original hinged red cardboard box, correctly end labeled to this revolver, remaining in excellent overall condition showing only minimal edge wear. A lovely 38 Double Action with plenty of condition left. (26A10826-674) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1568. SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #69196, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing a ring of light pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model revolver retain 99% original nickel finish, showing only a few light handling marks with some scant flecks of oxidation in the few areas of loss. The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal patina showing mild case-hardened colors and the triggerguard retains generous original blue and shows remnants of fine oxidation on the belly under direct light; the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap, and included is the original hinged brown cardboard box, correctly end-labeled to the gun, which remains excellent showing only minimal soiling and edge wear. A nice boxed Fourth Model. (26A10826-494) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1569. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #369053, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright good bore showing scattered pitting throughout with strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this Fourth Model retain 92-93% original nickel finish, showing a few expected light handling marks with some scattered areas of bubbling and loss and light oxidation staining on the right side of the frame and crown of the muzzle. The trigger and hammer have toned to a brown patina with the hammer showing some muted case-hardened colors, and the triggerguard and rear sight latch retain generous original blue and show minimal scattered oxidation staining under direct light. The checkered hard rubber grip panels rate excellent, remaining a deep handsome black and showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup appear sound and ejector function remains robust. Included is the original hinged black cardboard box, endlabeled to the gun, remaining excellent overall showing minimal soiling or edge wear with minor fray on the end label. (26A10826-669) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

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440

NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1570. SMITH & WESSON 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #56626, 32 S&W, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing a few negligible pits with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this First Model revolver retain about 97% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling marks and flecks of bubbling with oxidation staining visible under direct light, chiefly on the cylinder. The hammer has toned to a smoky case-hardened patina and the triggerguard retains 98% original blue showing some light high edge wear and handling marks. The checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing little if any wear and remaining a deep black. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. An early and high condition First Model. (26A10826-616) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1571. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #244805, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright near excellent bore with the main apology being a ring of moderate pitting at the midpoint with strong rifling in the remainder. The metal surfaces of this Fifth Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, showing a few scattered light handling marks and light edge wear, clouding in some areas, and some minor bubbling and oxidation staining under direct light. The trigger has toned to a rich ochre patina showing handsome case-hardened colors and the rear sight latch and triggerguard retain 99% rich original blue, showing only perhaps the odd light handling mark. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent showing little if any wear and remaining a deep black. Timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector functions robustly, and the grip safety functions as it should. An overall excellent Fifth Model. (26A10826-609) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1572. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #304082, 32 S&W, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Fifth Model revolver retain 98% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling and high edge wear, clouding mildly in a few areas with oxidation staining faintly visible. The hammer and trigger have toned to a handsome, smoky case-hardened patina and the triggerguard retains perhaps 97% original blue showing light edge wear and oxidation staining. The checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent overall, showing minimal handling wear with very mild softening and toning to a deep chocolate brown. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly. A lovely example in a desirable barrel length. (26A10826-347) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1573. EXCELLENT RUGER OLD ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #145-67628, .45 cal, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces of this 1993manufactured revolver remain excellent, showing only a few scattered light handling marks. The smooth hardwood grip panels with silver-on-black Ruger Eagle medallions rate excellent showing little if any wear. It retains the standard open sights, showing faint high edge silvering along the front ramp, and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the hinged yellow factory box, manual, paperwork, and original nipple wrench still in its envelope. A wonderful example in a fine state of condition. (26A11759-7) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1574. U.S. MODEL 1913 CAVALRY SWORD BY LANDERS, FRARY & CLARK

35 5/8” straight blade with narrow unstopped fullers marked “U.S. / [eagle head] / No. 11” inspection mark on the obverse ricasso and “L.F. [ordnance bomb] & C. / 1919” on the reverse ricasso. The blade remains bright with a few sparse freckles, scabbard marks and some dried cosmoline grease staining on the obverse foible and on the ricassos. The iron hilt is toning to dark brown patina with plum undertones and light wear along the flats and edges. The checkered black plastic grips remain in excellent condition with sharp points, the buffer washer remains intact and in place. The field scabbard has a lightly faded canvas covering with light staining and a lightly fading drab enamel throat and tip toning to brown showing light staining and a couple shallow dents. A near excellent L.F. & C. "Patton" sword. (5A11597-39-2) (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1575. REMINGTON MODEL 541-S CUSTOM SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #1160067, 22 LR, 24'' barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue that has a few light handling marks and some areas of very light surface oxidation. The receiver and triggerguard feature factory foliate pattern engraving and the bolt remains mostly bright. The checkered walnut stock rates excellent and has a few light handling marks. The stock features a synthetic rosewood forend tip, grip cap, and hard rubber buttplate. The barrel and receiver are factory tapped for either sights or mounts and additionally the receiver is grooved for rings. The barrel code appears to read “EX” indicating manufacture in October of 1973. Included are a single detachable magazine and a Bianchi suede lined leather sling. This is an excellent example of these classic Custom Sporter series rifles. (4A11690-11) {C&R} (700/900)

1576. REMINGTON MODEL 121A FIELD MASTER SLIDE ACTION RIFLE serial #202673, 22 S,L,LR, 24 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this late production rifle retain 97-98% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, very minor wear at the slide and some light oxidation staining on the mostly bright bolt face. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate excellent aside from a couple minor handling marks and the raised bead front and adjustable blade rear sights remain intact. The action appears to function well mechanically and this is a fine representation of a late production standard rifle that is serial numbered outside the published range, that would make a fine addition to any collection. (10A11696-13) {C&R} (700/900)

1577. MARLIN MODEL 93 LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #1966, 32 H.P.S. (Winchester Special), 18” nicely shortened Special Smokeless Steel round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and full length magazine tube retain a pleasing plumb-brown patina with spots of fine oxidation staining light handling marks and some silvering at the magazine tube cap. The action and lever retain vibrant case-hardened colors with some scattered fine oxidation staining most prevalent near the loading gate and a small scratch on the left side flat. The straight grip walnut stock and forend rate about very good with scattered handling marks throughout and is fitted with a crescent buttplate. The rifle is sighted with a combination folding front sight and adjustable sporting rear sight. A handsome rifle that shows honest use. (10A11631-8) {C&R} (700/900)

1578. GERMAN K98K BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY GUSTLOFF WERKE

serial #4532p, 8mm Mauser, 24” barrel with an about excellent bore exhibiting strong rifling throughout. The action surfaces of this 1942-dated rifle retain about 95% arsenal blue with scattered handling wear and areas of light oxidation. The barrel retains a mostly gunmetal gray patina with some arsenal blue showing through, the front and rear barrel bands show perhaps 50% black finish.

The bolt is numbered “2999ae” and exhibits light operational wear with the extractor toned to plum, with the magazine and lower triggerguard mostly gray displaying an even thin arsenal blue with hints of oxidation and handling marks. The manufacturer markings remain intact and strong with some of the stampings exhibiting proper “(eagle) / WaA140” Waffenamts, a crisp “bcd” Gustloff Werke marking, an “FN16/45 1941” barrel shank marking, and the buttplate “brg” subcontractor-marked. The laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in about very good plus condition with a few mild abrasions and light dings from the years. The stock is stamp-numbered matching the action underneath both the upper handguard and forend, the toeline is marked “c” above faint Waffenamt and there appears to be no other visible proof marks. All screws are present, all parts are appropriately marked with 140 waffenamt and the rifle includes a correct, period cleaning rod. This rifle would make a fine addition to anyone’s German martial collection. (28A11591-76) {C&R} (700/900)

1579. REMINGTON MODEL 700 BDL BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #C6565150, 300 Savage, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue and black enamel finishes with a few scattered spots of light oxidation and some light handling marks and spots of wear on the bottom metal exposing the alloy beneath. The body of the bolt is bright and it is properly numbered to the receiver. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo capped pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and contrasting black forend tip rates very good with a professionally-repaired small chip at the toe, perhaps the stock left Ilion this way, a 3/4” flake in the finish on the left side of the forend tip, and a few scattered light handling marks. The standing leaf has been removed from the rear sight ramp as this rifle is set-up for a scope, the front sight is intact though the hood is rather loose and the action appears to function well mechanically. These 300 Savage Model 700 BDLs were produced in 1992 only. (23A11789-2) {MODERN} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1580. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 34-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #M181138, 22 LR, 2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1981-manufactured 22/32 Kit Gun remains in superb condition. It retains about 99% original blue showing a few minor handling marks. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The checkered factory walnut Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. This revolver is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, although the label has fallen off the box but is provided, manual, and paperwork. An excellent example of these handy and very collectible woods guns. (8A11534-94) {MODERN} (700/900)

1581. EXCELLENT COLT POLICE POSITIVE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #220777, 32 Colt New Police (S&W Long), 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1926-manufactured revolver appears virtually as new. It retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The un-numbered checkered walnut factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a half-moon front sight and fixed rear sight. This is a truly fine example of the 32 Police Positive revolver. (8A11534-112) {C&R} (700/900)

1582. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL IDENTIFIED TO THE ILLINOIS STATE POLICE serial #88730, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. Illinois State Police were one of the first large agencies to adopt the Model 39 followed by several others. It legitimized the semiauto in police use but was not without its problems. Early guns with the long wide extractors were prone to breakage which was eventually solved by the improved extractor of the Model 39-2. I.S.P. armorers worked with the factory to repair guns in service and they were fitted with a unique split wide extractor. This pistol shows remarkably light use over the years and retains about 98-99% original blue and anodized finishes showing light edge wear and handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain in about excellent condition showing light handling marks. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight, windage adjustable rear sight, and a long I.S.P. / factory repaired split extractor. This gun includes the original two piece factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, factory eight round magazine, cleaning kit, 1987 Guns & Ammo article by Robert T. Shimek on the Model 39, Illinois State Police shoulder patch, manual, and paperwork. The acceptance by the I.S.P. of the semi-auto started a ripple effect that turned into a tidal wave of police departments adopting the semi-auto handgun. A great find for the police firearms collector. (8A11686-4) {C&R} (700/900)

1583. U.S. CIVIL WAR NON-REGULATION FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY HORSTER ATTRIBUTED TO CAPT. WILLIAM D TAYLOR 125TH N.Y. VOL. INFANTRY

32 5/8” blade with single unstopped fullers, 36 7/8” overall length. The blade is etched “U.S.” in an arabesque panel om the reverse side Federal Eagle clutching E. Pluribus Unum riband in sun rays on the obverse side. The ricassos are marked “F. HORST_ _ / SOLINGE_” (some of the letters no longer visible) on the reverse side while the obverse ricasso has raised “PROOVED” and fleur-de-lis in sunken circle inside sun ray. The iron hilt has a four branch pierced guard with outstretched eagle above “US” on the counterguard, plain backstrap, grooved semi-dove’s head pommel and ferrule and a sharkskin covered grip wrapped in triple strand wire. The metal surfaces of the hilt retain 75% flaking original nickel, the exposed iron surfaces are a soft brown patina with some fine oxidation. The wrappings remain intact showing light age staining, a couple of the border wires have loosened slightly. The steel scabbard retains about 85% cloudy nickel flaking to brown with some spots of fine staining. The drag is stamped “W.D. TAYLOR” in antique serif font twice on the obverse side and once on the reverse side. William D. Taylor mustered in as 2nd. Lieutenant, Co. F, August 18, 1862, surrendered Sept. 15, 1862, and paroled Sept. 16, 1862 at Harper’s Ferry and mustered back in as 1st. Lieutenant of Co. D and later promoted Captain of Co. E, December 7, 1863. The 125th fought bravely at Gettysburg and William Taylor spoke at the dedication of the 125th N.Y. Volunteer monument in Gettysburg. Included is a sliding report cover containing history of the 125th, its officers, researched muster rolls and copies of speeches made at Gettysburg. A very good imported Non-Regulation Officer’s sword belonging to a soldier who was taken prisoner and released only to fight at Gettysburg the following summer. (5C10575-43) (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1584. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL serial #2246, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore.

This fine Second Model has been factory refurbished showing a rework date of April 1925 and remains in excellent condition. It retains about 99% restored blue showing a few minor handling marks. The face of the target trigger has later added checkering and has been refinished in blue while the hammer retains robust case-hardened colors. There is a tiny screw added to the back of the triggerguard to act as an overtravel stop. The un-numbered diamond checkered hard rubber grips feature S&W monograms, and rate excellent. This gun features a later added ramp front sight with square gold insert similar to the sourdough, black blade adjustable rear sight, barrel to frame fit is tight, the barrel, ejector, and top latch are correctly numbered to the gun, and it appears to function mechanically. An excellent addition to any collection. (8A11229-50) {C&R} (700/900)

1585. NICE CONTEMPORARY UNDERHAMMER PERCUSSION HEAVY TARGET RIFLE

.50 cal, 36” heavy round barrel turned for starter with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 85% original plumbrown finish showing some thinning to mild gray under bright light and most of the loss due to some scattered areas of lightly cleaned pitting along its length. The hammer and action tangs are also plum-brown while the trigger and triggerguard/spring are a smoky gray. There are three pairs of drilled and tapped holes nearer the breech, the rearmost pair currently with a small sight base, another drilled and tapped pair about 3/4 of the way down, and a final pair where a Redfield Olympic target globe front sight assembly is installed. A vacant hole is also present on the underside about 5 1/2” back from the muzzle for the barrel rest. The checkered capped pistolgrip stock was made by Bob Winter and is very attractive, appearing to be of cherry, and rating excellent showing a few sparsely scattered minor handling marks and crisp checkering. The stock is equipped with finely checkered steel pistolgrip cap and buttplate. The lock appears to function well mechanically and measurements indicate the twist rate is about 1:48”. The rifle comes in a fine custom made hardwood case which contains a Redfield International Match micrometer receiver sight with its box, plastic container with a full complement of front sight inserts, false muzzle with starter, wooden short starter, wooden mallet, steel barrel rest and cleaning rod. The inside of the case lid is ink-stamped “C.E. WINTER / 4974”. This is a very attractive percussion benchrest rifle. [Extra Shipping Will Apply] (13A10648-6) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1586. FABRIQUE NATIONALE HIGH POWER SEMIAUTO PISTOL serial #20449, 9mm, 4 3/4" barrel with a frosted bore showing a ring of pitting toward the muzzle and strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain about 95% arsenal reapplied blue, toning lightly to brown in areas and showing pinprick pitting visible under the finish. The checkered black synthetic grip panels rate very good showing scattered handling marks and few small areas of discoloration. This pistol is equipped with a 500-yard tangent sight with V-notch rear and serrated post front and is cut to accept a shoulder stock on the backstrap, and an importer mark is present on the front gripstrap. Included is a single 13-round factory magazine. A slightly salty High Power for the martial collector. (26A11634-7) {C&R} (700/900)

1587. J. P. SAUER & SOHN BAR DOUBLE BARREL PISTOL serial #3203, 25 ACP, 2 1/2” barrels with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% original bright blue showing a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits and light flaking to gray-brown patina. The trigger retains generous brilliant fire blue and all markings remain crisp and clear. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition and the screw-in ejector rod remains housed in the butt. The action seems to function well mechanically. A fine example of these interesting and peculiar German pistols. (13A1177736) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1588. ATTRACTIVE BRITISH SCREW BARREL PERCUSSION MUFF PISTOL BY J. WHEELER 39 bore, 2 1/2” round barrel with a vey good bore showing some light pitting. The barrel and rounded frame of this nice little pistol retain about 75% nice case-hardened colors that have drifted somewhat to a fine smoky gray mixing with silvery case-hardened patina and vibrant wisps in the protected areas. The dolphin hammer shows vibrant colors throughout, the folding trigger retains flashes of brilliant fire blue and the action shows lovely crisp foliate scrollwork and makers name along the left side. The pistol shows period Birmingham proofs and the finely checkered walnut grip remains in very fine condition showing a couple of minor drying cracks forming and some lightly chipped points. There is an un-engraved German silver monogram plate atop the grip and a nice German silver grip cap with lidded compartment.

The lock is crisp and features a sliding half cock safety. This pistol appears to have seen very little actual use and remains in very fine condition, well above average for these popular concealed carry guns. (13A11777-12) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1589. REMINGTON VEST POCKET PISTOL serial #1722, 41 RF, 4” barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 70% original nickel finish showing some scattered light pitting and old dings with the flaked areas mostly toning to a mild gunmetal patina blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel. The Remington markings along the top flat remains strong and the sides of the frame show old stamps with a period owner’s name “J. SAVOIE”. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition having darkened from the years and showing a small repair at the back edge of the left panel. The sight post is intact and the action seems to function normally. A very good example of the largest frame variant. (13A11777-19) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1590. SHARPS MODEL 1B PEPPERBOX PISTOL serial #12152, 22 RF, 2 1/2” four-barrel cluster with oxidized bores showing some scattered bright areas and generally strong rifling. The barrels retain about 85% original bright blue showing some light oxidation speckling and flaking to gray-brown patina. The frame retains about 90-92% original silver finish that shows some wear along the high edges to ocher brass and scattered fine bubbling, the silver taking on a lovely tarnish overall. The hammer and trigger are a dark gray patina, the hammer back spring retaining good fire blue, and the markings remain mostly strong except for the patent date on the left side of the frame which was lightly struck. The smooth rosewood panels retain strong original varnish throughout, the left panel rating very fine showing a thin sliver missing at the heel and the right panel rating excellent. The barrels lock-up well and the action seems to function well mechanically with properly rotating nose. A fine Sharps pepperbox. (13A11777-25) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1591. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER serial #79525, .44 cal, 8” octagon barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing some scattered areas of old pitting and oxidation with generally strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 40-50% original bright blue with the balance flaking and toning to graybrown patina and showing some overall old oxidation, dings and a small spot of light pitting along the left side of the barrel. The triggerguard is a nice ocher patina, the hammer retains some wisps of smoky case-hardening and the barrel markings remain mostly crisp. The smooth walnut grips are pencil-numbered matching the frame and remain in very good plus condition with strong original oil finish, a few small scuffs and light dings, the left panel retaining a fine inspector cartouche. The triggerguard is matching the frame while the barrel and cylinder are mismatched numbered “79238” and “0461”, respectively. These components have obviously been with the gun forever, probably installed at armorer level during the war. The action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. A very good example with a lot of character. (13A11738-PI2) {ANTIQUE} [John Micavich Collection] (700/900)

1592. WALTHER MODEL GSP SEMI-AUTO 22 LR CONVERSION UNIT serial #60192, 22 LR, 4 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This lot consists of the "upper" barrel assembly to convert a Walther Model GSP 32 Wadcutter into 22 rimfire. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with scattered light scratches and visible wear marks on the left rear receiver but this section is covered by the grips when installed. The barrel assembly is complete and ready to install with bolt, charging handle, front and rear sights. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the unit, a pair of factory magazines, brass cleaning rod, bronze bore brush, spare recoil spring guide, recoil spring, (2) rear sight blades or sliders and a multi-tool. A perfect companion for your Walther GSP. (8A11739-163) {NON-GUN} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1593. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629-6 REVOLVER serial #CTA8929, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2" full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces rate about excellent with a few minor handling marks and turn ring on the cylinder. The.400" smooth target trigger and.500" target hammer retain strong case-hardened colors. The pebble grain rubber Hogue Monogrips with S&W logo rate excellent. The revolver features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable factory rear sight, internal lock and it still functions mechanically.

A fine all-around revolver for hunting or range use. (8A11739-158) {MODERN} (700/900)

1594. KIMBER ECLIPSE CUSTOM II SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #K093172, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. The stainless steel and black oxide surfaces rate excellent with a few minor handling marks. The double diamond checkered hardwood grips rate excellent. The pistol is equipped with three dot night sights that no longer glow, checkered frontstrap and flat mainspring housing, beavertail grip safety, extended thumb safety and long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop.

It includes the original factory hard case, a single factory magazine, factory bushing wrench, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual and paperwork. This gun appears to have seen light use and is ready out of the box for a variety of shooting activities. (11739-165) {MODERN} (700/900)

1595. SIGARMS MODEL 1911 GSR SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #GS01048, 45 ACP, 5" barrel with an excellent bore. The matte stainless steel surfaces rate excellent overall with a few minor handling marks and very light scattered freckling on the grooved mainspring housing. The checkered hardwood grips rate excellent. The pistol has a number of features such as grooved frontstrap, long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop, three dot Novaks sights, M-1913 Picatinny rail, beavertail safety with memory pad and external extractor. The pistol includes the original factory hard case, a pair of Novak's eight round magazines, lubricant, cable lock with a pair of keys, hang tag, trigger lock with a single spanner key, manual and paperwork. A great gun for defensive use, the range or someone who just appreciates a nice 1911 style pistol. (11739-167) {MODERN} (700/900)

1596. SMITH & WESSON ENGRAVED MODEL 686-6 DISTINGUISHED COMBAT MAGNUM REVOLVER serial #DAX4510, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2" full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely gun has about 25% coverage of loose scroll laser engraving with wedges on the barrel, frame and cylinder. There is no documentation to indicate factory work but it is consistent with factory laser engraving. The stainless steel surfaces rate about excellent with a turn ring on the cylinder and minor handling wear. The smooth combat trigger and service hammer retain full case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The pebble grain Hogue Bantam Boot grips with S&W logo rate excellent. The revolver features a red ramp front sight and white outline micro adjustable rear sight. The revolver includes a factory hard case numbered to the gun, fired case, (1) internal lock key, Hogue Bantam grip tool, cable lock with a pair of keys, manual and paperwork. This would make a great home defense or carry gun with a little added panache. (11739-168) {MODERN} (700/900)

1597. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 37-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #CEM1074, 38 Special, 1 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This delightful Chiefs Special Airweight revolver is as-new-in-the-box. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized satin finishes. The smooth combat trigger and service hammer retain full casehardened colors. The checkered rubber factory Uncle Mike’s Boot grips rate excellent.

The revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, and functions mechanically with excellent timing and lockup. It includes the original factory hard case, trigger lock with a pair of keys, fired case, manual, and paperwork. The Airweight Chiefs Special make fantastic, concealed carry guns and no collection would be complete without one. (8A11739-93) {MODERN} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1598. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER serial #287257, 38 Special, 4” barrel with scattered light frosting in the bore. This 4th Change revolver has seen light use over the years and remains in excellent condition. The revolver retains about 97% original blue, most of the loss to high edge wear in addition to scattered areas of pinprick pitting most prominent on the sideplate, a few tiny oxidation stains, and handling marks. The face of the smooth service trigger and top of the service hammer are toned to gray with robust case-hardened colors on the remainder. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate near excellent with light handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, it has a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and correctly times and locks up. An excellent example of a pre-war M&P. (8A11739-41) {C&R} (700/900)

1599. WONDERFUL REMINGTON NO. 6 NEW MODEL IMPROVED SINGLE SHOT BOYS RIFLE

serial #S160803, 32 RF, 20” barrel with a bright fine bore showing some light frosting in the otherwise strong rifling. The barrel retains about 98% original blue with a few tiny spots of loss and some light handling marks toning to a gray patina. The trigger retains nearly all its original blue while the buttplate retains about 8590% original blue with some speckles of light oxidation and light wear around the edges toning to gray. The frame, breechblock and hammer retain about 97% original color case-hardened finish which is particularly vivid on the left side with some minor softening on the bow of the triggerguard and the top of the hammer spur, and some fine brown speckling on the right side. Barrel and frame markings are crisp with “PATENTED JULY 22, 1902” on the left side of the frame. The smooth walnut stocks rate perhaps near excellent with a thin crack behind the upper and lower tangs, a small dent on the right side of the comb, and some other expected light handling marks. A tiny “KM / 605” is painted in white enamel on the toe and the stock is numbered to the gun behind the lower tang. The bead is missing from the front sight, the sights including the folding tang sight are otherwise intact, and the action is strong and crisp. A beautiful New Model Improved Remington No. 6 for your collection. (23B11739-30) {C&R} (700/900)

1600. KIMBER CLASSIC MODEL CUSTOM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #K003967, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The matte finish slide on this early Type 1 Clackamas pistol has toned to plum with light wear along the edges along with some tiny storage scratches primarily on the left side while the frame retains nearly all its original matte gray finish with some minor storage and operational wear on and around the slide release lever. The checkered soft rubber grips remain excellent. This pistol features early skeletonized trigger, fixed sights and a single Mec-Gar magazine is included. An excellent early “Clack” Classic Model Custom Kimber. (5A11739-17) {MODERN} (700/900)

1601. EXCELLENT HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON SPORTSMAN DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL HINGED BOX serial #L4789, 22 LR, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this fine revolver retain about 99% original bright blue showing perhaps a few couple minor handling marks. The grooved trigger is blued while the polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant and its back surface shows vibrant case-hardened colors. All markings remain crisp and the checkered walnut target grip remains in excellent condition with a few lightly chipped points. The original adjustable target sights are intact, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The revolver includes its nice original gold on tan hinged lid box that remains in very fine condition showing some light edge wear and handling marks. The gold and red paper-lined interior retains bold lettering and images of sportsmen and contains the original simple wooden cleaning rod and green factory hang tag numbered to the gun. This 1951-made revolver appears to be new-in-box.

(13A11739-28) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1602. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 17-6 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #BEC7752, 22 LR, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely K-22 Masterpiece remains in excellent condition. The revolver retains about 99% original blue with minor handling marks. The markings have been filled with Bonanza Gold. The smooth combat trigger and service hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature silver S&W medallions, speed loader cut and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. This revolver includes the original factory hinged box, factory flat screwdriver, manual, and paperwork. This K-22 has seen light use and remains in excellent condition. (8A11739-31) {MODERN} (700/900)

1603. SAVAGE MODEL 1907 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH PORTUGUESE BOX serial #229313, 32 ACP, 3 3/4” barrel with a fair bore showing some moderate oxidation, old pitting and evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this later production 1907 retain about 95% original dull blue showing some mild high edge wear and fading under bright light, a few oxidation speckles, and a small area of light pitting at the heel. The trigger shows good case-hardened colors throughout, all markings are strong and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition. One original magazine is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. The black paper-covered box remains in very good plus condition with a tear along one lid corner and light scuffing. The Portuguese lid label and red end label are intact with a little mild flaking and there are some scattered areas of hand-written scribbling which also appears to be Portuguese. The box appears to be un-numbered and the interior lid label is also intact in fine condition. Portugal was one of the larger foreign purchasers of the Savage Model 1907 pistol. (13A11264-72) {C&R} (700/900)

1604. AS-NEW HENRY REPEATING ARMS GOLDEN BOY BSA CENTENNIAL RIFLE

serial #BSA04438, 22 S, L, LR, 20” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This BSA Centennial Edition rifle remains in as-new-in-box condition and features the Scout Law on the right side of the receiver and the Scout Oath on the left. “CENTENNIAL EDITION” is laser engraved on the right side of the forend and the “19102010” logo is on the right side of the buttstock. The factory box is included along with the felt action cover, manual, hang tag, and cable lock with keys. This commemorative rifle will make a perfect gift for the Scout in your life.

(23A11739-66) {MODERN} (700/900)

1605. ERMA-WERKE MODEL ESP 85A SEMI-AUTO MATCH PISTOL serial #007673, 22 LR, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore.

This 1989 proof dated pistol retains about 98% original blue, most of the loss to thinning finish on the serrated front strap, minor edge wear, and handling marks. The stippled Karl Nill factory walnut target grips rate excellent showing light soiling from handling, and feature thumb, finger, and adjustable palm rests. This pistol features a serrated undercut Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, adjustable trigger, slide mounted hammer block safety, and is non-factory drilled and tapped for scope base. It includes the factory box with Styrofoam insert, a pair of factory ten-round magazines, two different size muzzle weights (one on gun), scope base with screws, Tasco Red Dot BKRD 42 sight with clear optics and functioning electronics, manual, and Erma patch. (8A11739-78) {MODERN} (700/900)

1606. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 17-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #8K29144, 22 LR, 8 3/8” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely K-22 Masterpiece revolver remains in excellent condition. The revolver retains about 99% original blue with a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory Magna grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. This gun includes the original factory two piece box, cleaning kit, and manual. A wonderful example of these fine revolvers. (8A11739-82) {MODERN} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1607. PARKER-HALE PATTERN 1858 ENFIELD TWO-BAND PERCUSSION RIFLE

serial #3241, .577 cal., 33” barrel with a bright fine bore showing a touch of light oxidation near the muzzle and strong rifling. The barrel and bands of this attractive rifle retain about 95% original blue with a small spot of wear behind the front sight and some thin streaks of wear ahead of the upper barrel band toning to a gray patina, some fine scratches on the bolster, and some light handling marks on the bands. The brass fittings are toning to a bright goldenrod patina, and the lockplate and hammer retain about 90% of their vivid case-hardened colors with some muting to smoky-gray patina on the hammer spur. The “(Crown) / P-H” and “1858 / ENFIELD” are crisp. The walnut stock rates excellent as lightly cleaned with a coat of added finish and a pair of holes added behind the upper tang for a now missing sight. The Parker-Hale roundel on the right side of the buttstock is slightly softened but fully legible and the sides of the buttstock shows some rather attractive grain figure. A cleanout screw has been added to the nipple bolster. The included homemade wooden case with a cherry finish and brass handle, clasps and hinges, has a black cloth covered heavily foam-padded interior which fits the rifle perfectly. It has two nylon Velcro straps to secure the wrist of the stock and an unpadded 8 3/4” x 2 1/2” accessory compartment. The case remains in overall very good plus condition showing some minor scuffs and handling marks. (11739-29) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1608. SIG SAUER M400 HUNTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE

serial #20C006596, 5.56 NATO, 20” barrel with 1:8” rate of twist and an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original phosphate and parkerized finishes with some light handling and edge wear present. Rifle is equipped with a black Magpul MOE forearm and pistolgrip and has an A2 style fixed buttstock. There are no sights but the receiver is “optics ready” with a flattop picatinny rail. A Sig factory box is included but is labeled to a different rifle. There are no magazines present but magazines are readily available. An excellent example ready for your choice of optics for longrange varmint or target shooting events. (11739-32) {MODERN} (700/900)

1609. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629-5 REVOLVER serial #CEB7717, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2" full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces of this Y2K-made revolver rate near excellent with scattered light scratches and a turn ring on the cylinder. The smooth .375" combat trigger and .500" target hammer rate excellent with strong casehardened colors. The pebble grain finger groove factory rubber Hogue Monogrips rate excellent. The revolver features an interchangeable red insert front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight and the topstrap is drilled and tapped for optics. Included with the revolver is the original factory hard case and a trigger lock with a single key.

A perfect gun for the handgun hunter. (8A11739-157) {MODERN} (700/900)

1610. PARKER VH GRADE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #101066, 12 ga on a No. 2 frame, 30” Vulcan steel barrels choked full in both with bright very good bores showing scattered spots of light pitting and a very light bulge about 4” from the right muzzle. The barrels retain about 98-99% excellent quality restored blue with some scattered spots of freckling, and hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The frame has toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with fine cleaning striations here and there, the zigzag bordering remaining crisp, hints of pinprick pits, and some light gray freckling; the long tang triggerguard has worn to gray with light oxidation staining and remnants of blue along the interior of the bow. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good to perhaps very good plus condition with a few tight cracks at the rear of the upper tang, another short crack perpendicular to the right side of the triggerguard tang, all of which are easily missed upon first glance, the stock otherwise appearing quite lovely with robust chased checkering, an unengraved shield-shaped monogram plate on the toeline, and a leather-backed solid recoil pad giving an about 14” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4". The shotgun locks up with light lateral movement noticeable, the right barrel just a touch off-face with a bare sliver of light visible, the lever coming to rest a touch left of center, and featuring double triggers, an automatic safety, 2 1/2” chambers, extractors, and is sighted with a lone steel bead. A nicely restored 1901-made VH Grade.

(14A11621-25) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1611. HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1819 HALL BREECH LOADING PERCUSSION RIFLE

52 Cal., 32 5/8” barrel with an oxidized bore showing strong evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this second production type percussion conversion rifle have toned to a mottled silvery patina with scattered fine pitting, the bands retaining some finish. The top of the breech block shows numerous shallow impact marks over the “J. H. Hall/H. Ferry/U.S./1832” breech markings, however the metal markings remain easily legible. The smooth walnut stock shows an older gentle cleaning with defined edges, added oil finish and a repaired semi circular crack at the rear of the tang with slightly raised edges.

The rifle functions well mechanically and is missing the ramrod. A nice representative example of America’s first successful breech loading rifle. Please see the scarce Model 1819 Hall bayonet available for this rifle in our timed auction. (25A11700-61) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1612. U.S. MODEL 1917 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY EDDYSTONE

serial #1300828, 30-06, 26” 11-18 dated Eddystone barrel with a bright very good bore showing slightly darkened grooves and excellent rifling. The metal surfaces retain excellent arsenal reapplied blue, the middle section of the receiver showing an area of lighter colored finish, likely from annealing, the rifle displaying crisp markings. The lightly cleaned oil finished stock rates very good with a few scattered small impact marks and abrasions. The stock has several clear cartouches including “eagle head/ 3A” behind the triggerguard, eagle head forward of the bottom metal and “94” near the stacking swivel. The rifle appears to be all matching with Eddystone parts. The bolt handle is also marked “H” with an off center flaming bomb. The rifle functions well mechanically and includes a cleaning kit with oiler stored in the buttstock. A wonderful example of the most issued U.S. rifle of World War I. (25A11738-RC8) {C&R} [John Micavich Collection] (700/900)

1613. U.S. MODEL 1903A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SMITH CORONA

serial #3686812, 30-06, 24” 4-43 dated Smith Corona four groove barrel with a bright very good bore showing some shallow pitting near the muzzle with strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this arsenal overhauled rifle retain 97% excellent light gray parkerized finish. The straight grip two bolt stock and handguard remain in very good condition with the expected small dings or impact marks showing a circle “P” firing proof with “11” behind the triggerguard, clear inspection marks with faded but legible boxed “FJA”, Ordnance wheel and “R A” stamp on the left wrist. The rifle is a mix of Remington and Smith Corona parts and functions well mechanically. An attractive example of this typewriter manufacturer turned gun maker in support of the war effort. (25A11724-3) {C&R} (700/900)

1614. EARLY U.S. MODEL 1903A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SMITH CORONA

serial #3631380, 30-06, 24” 1-43 dated Smith Corona marked six groove barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few shallow pits. The blued metal components retain about 90% arsenal finish, none of which show Remington markings. The Smith Corona blued bolt is correctly marked with an “X” on top of the handle, the markings remaining clear and crisp with the “ON” side of the cut off switch polished bright. Purportedly, around 5,000 of the early produced rifles were fitted with six groove High Standard barrels milled from sporting rifle blanks. The straight grip stock shows the typical impact and handling marks with an area of material removed by a wood rasp under the bolt handle and cut off switch, common with early SC stocks. The pinned stock features a crisp 1/2” circled “P” with an adjacent “B” stamped on the bottom of the wrist, boxed “FJA” and Ordnance Wheel cartouche, round profile barrel band recess, a blued 14 square per inch checkered butttplate with crisp inspection markings forward of the triggerguard including a diamond 8. The rifle includes a parkerized sight protector with “S” marking. A nice early production rifle with correct Smith Corona components and scarce six groove barrel. (25A11630-1) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1615. WINCHESTER MODEL 52B BOLT ACTION RIFLE

serial #59421B, 22 LR, 28” heavy target barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1947-made rifle retain about 95% original blue with spots of fine oxidation staining, edge wear, and thinning on the base of the triggerguard and barrel band with scattered light scratches throughout. The rifle is sighted with Lyman #524 rear aperture and Redfield Olympic globe front sight and the barrel is drilled for target blocks. The smooth walnut marksman-style stock rates very good plus with scattered light handling marks. The rifle features a six-position palm stop, matching electro penciled number bolt, and sling swivels. Included with this handsome target rifle is one factory 5round magazine with 1919 patent date. (10A11764-3) {C&R} (700/900)

1616. JONATHAN BROWNING CENTENNIAL PERCUSSION MOUNTAIN RIFLE

serial #1878A-0054, .50 cal, 31” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original plum-brown finish showing a few small oxidation speckles along the barrel and upper tang.

The gun features a ramshorn motif on the nipple bolster and silver profile of Jonathan Browning on the lockplate. The deluxe walnut stock remains in excellent condition showing a couple tiny handling marks and with wonderful grain figure throughout, the polished furniture with a little mild oxidation staining. The “1878-1978” centennial plaque is present on the right side of the butt and the original sights are intact. One of the barrel under-rib screws and the ramrod are missing and the lock seems to function well mechanically. The gun includes its original wooden display case with leather accents that rates very good plus showing some overall light scuffing and dings along the exterior and one corner starting to separate. The interior lining exhibits some fading and contains the original matching centennial powder horn with leather strap and rifle tool kit.

Browning made 1000 of these special commemorative rifle sets. (13A11778-30) {ANTIQUE} [Extra Shipping Will Apply] (700/900)

1617. EXCELLENT REMINGTON MODEL 4 ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE serial #355297, 32 RF, 22 1/2” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome little Remington retains about 97-98% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and a few small areas toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains a similar amount of nice vibrant case-hardened colors under a protective dark lacquer and showing some fine oxidation speckling here and there. All markings remain crisp and clear and the small action parts show fine original blue with a little mild speckling. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered light dings with strong original oil finish and the smooth buttplate retains a healthy amount of original blue. The original sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B10826-167) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1618. REMINGTON NO. 4 SOLID FRAME ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE

serial #40065, 22 RF, 22 1/2” octagon barrel with a good bore showing light pinprick pitting and slightly worn but good rifling throughout. The barrel of this rather nice No. 4 retains about 85% original blue showing some sharp edge wear and most of the loss a few inches back from the muzzle which shows some thin cleaning striations and old oxidation. The barrel shows crisp Remington Arms Co. markings and the action is quite nice retaining about 92% fine vibrant case-hardened colors with a little scattered gray-brown speckling and some areas taking on a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina. The small parts retain about 90% original bright blue while the screw heads show nice fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original oil finish, the buttstock with some small abrasions along the right side and a small chip on either side of the upper tang where it meets the action. The simple sporting sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. (13B10826-165) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1619. EMIL MARTIN OLYMPIA MODEL MEISTERSCHAFTSPISTOLE FALLING BLOCK TARGET PISTOL serial #6911, 22 LR, 12 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original rust blue showing some overall light oxidation speckling and areas toning to mild plum-brown patina under bright light. The barrel shows engraved markings “EMIL R. MARTIN u. SOHN BONN A/RH.” and the receiver flats are engraved “Martins Meisterschaftspistole / Olympia Modell / ges. gesch.”

The checkered walnut target grips and forend remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks from light honest wear. The grip features a generous left-side thumb rest, finger grooves, adjustable hand rest on right side and light stippling. The pistol features adjustable trigger with screw on face, left-side cocking lever and cleaning rod access at breech. The pistol is sighted with adjustable rear sight with three selectable notches and a plain blade front on matted ramp. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very good German target pistol with a fine bore. (13A11287-45) {C&R} (700/900)

1620. EARLY WESTLEY RICHARDS BAR-IN-WOOD PINFIRE DOUBLE HAMMERGUN

serial #A3577, 12 ga Pinfire, 28” damascus barrels with partially bright about good bores showing scattered light pitting that is a bit more noticeable for a few inches ahead of the chambers.

The barrels show generous remnants of an old plumbrown finish applied over some scattered areas of oxidation and minor pinprick pitting, evidence of good damascus patterns along the ribs and more protected areas. The barrel rib retains strong markings with October 10, 1865 patent date and 170 New Bond St. London address. The lockplates are a pleasant deep smoky gray patina showing nice English foliate scrollwork embellishments and dolphin head hammers. Both lockplates are maker-marked and the familiar 1864 patent top lever shows Richards patent mark. The checkered walnut buttstock and forend with wedge fastener and lipped horn tip insert remain in very good plus condition showing scattered light dings and handling marks otherwise maintaining a nice honest appearance overall with nice fit and the sides of the buttstock exhibiting some fine grain figure. The wedge escutcheons and monogram plate along the toe line are of silver and length-of-pull to the smooth steel buttplate is 14”. The barrels lock-up solid on-face and the locks seem to function well mechanically with crisp in-time hammers. A very respectable example of an early Westley Richards double. (13B11621-107) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1621. BELGIAN BAYARD SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY PIEPER

serial #53A14505 / 02778, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 27 1/2” Bayard steel demi-bloc barrels choked full with bright excellent right bore and near excellent left bore which shows a small dent about 3/4” back from the muzzle which should be a simple fix for any competent gunsmith. The barrels retain about 90-92% original blue with scattered light handling marks and some areas toning to mild gray-brown patina. The rears of the barrels are extensively marked with Bayard horseman and Pieper markings and the bottom flats show Belgian smokeless powder proofs for 70mm shells and appear to be proof-dated “r” for 1939. The action retains about 90% original mostly vibrant and attractive case-hardened colors showing some light speckling and toning to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The top lever and triggerguard retain a healthy amount of original bright blue and there is a small Simpson Ltd. import mark electro-penciled along the edge of the trigger plate. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with Anson release remain in excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks. Stock features a nice round knob horn pistolgrip cap, well-defined drop points and left-side cheekpiece. Length-of-pull to the Bayard logo horn buttplate is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 3/4” and 3” and weight is 6 lbs. 12 oz. The gun is equipped with sling swivels, ivory bead front sight, automatic safety, double triggers and extractors. The barrels lock-up solid on-face via dual under-bites, Greener crossbolt and sideclips and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine quality and nice condition vintage Belgian double. (13A11621-142) {C&R} (700/900)

1622. LEFEVER GE GRADE SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #53315, 12 ga (2 5/8”), 30” fine damascus barrels choked full in both with bright very good plus bores showing a little scattered mild oxidation and the left barrel with a few small dings. The barrels of this attractive 1906-made Lefever retain about 90% plum-brown finish showing some mild toning to gray under bright light and a few small areas of old oxidation and pinprick pitting. The barrels show lovely swirling damascus patterns with small crosses integrated into the swirls which is quite attractive. The action and sideplates retain about 50% vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little scattered mild oxidation staining and the balance toning to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very fine condition with strong original finish showing just some scattered light dings and the buttstock with a few sparsely scattered tiny grain drying cracks here and there that are relatively minor. Stock fit remains excellent and the scalloped edge hard rubber grip cap and checkered buttplate with monogram are in very fine condition. Length-of-pull is 14” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The barrels lock-up solid showing a faint sliver of light at breeches and top lever resting right-of-center. The gun features double triggers, automatic safety, silver bead front sight and seems to function well mechanically with robust ejectors. (13A11621-47) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1623. ATTRACTIVE CONTEMPORARY LEFT-HAND FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK RIFLE BY LEONARD DAY .55 cal, 37 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this nicely made rifle retain about 94% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered high edge wear, a few oxidation speckles along the barrel and areas thinning to gray. The right barrel shank shows “L.DAY” maker stamp and “2.89” date. The barrel is secured by three wedges and the lock features faceted waterproof pan, step at rear and the frizzen and frizzen spring show pale tempered straw color. The attractive curly maple stock rates very fine retaining most of its original finish with just some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The wood exhibits some wonderful tiger stripe grain figure throughout and the stock features a scant squared-off right-side cheekpiece and is fitted with spartan iron hardware including heavy nosecap, dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with curlicue at rear, crescent buttplate with toe plate and pointed teardrop lock screw escutcheon.

There are two rear sight dovetails, one blanked and the other with a square notch semi-buckhorn sight and the front is a generous German silver blade. The original ramrod is present and the lock with double set triggers seems to function normally. (13A11723-1) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1624. L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN

serial #217204E, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” barrels choked improved modified and full with a bright excellent right bore showing stubborn wad residue, and a very good plus left bore with a light ding 16 1/2” from the muzzle and wad residue. The barrels retain about 90% quality reapplied rust blue with touches of silvering at the edges of the muzzles and breeches, areas of light to more moderate thinning, and light handling marks. The frame has toned to a gray case-hardened patina with wisps of mellowed color beneath the fences and lever, and light oxidation staining on the underside of the frame. The factory Specialty grade flowing scroll engraving remains crisp, the lockplates displaying a pair of nested quail on the left and a waterfowl scene on the right, with splashes of more foliate scroll engraving on the triggerguard, forend iron, and lever. The barrels are devoid of the typical grade and Hunters Arms Co markings, are gauge marked on the underside, and both barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good condition with a few short cracks at the rear of the forend and left lockplate, a small chip at the rear of the right lockplate, softened checkering and a lightly added finish. The stock sports an about 3/4” added walnut spacer at the butt and is fit with an unmarked solid red recoil pad giving an about 15” length of pull with drops of about 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. The shotgun locks up with notable lateral play and both barrels off-face, with more light visible between the breech and standing breech on the left than the right. The shotgun features a Hunter One trigger, nonautomatic safety, mechanical hammers, ejectors, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. The shotgun will require mechanical attention as though the ejectors trip, they do so weakly and with questionable effect. (14A11690-21) {C&R} (700/900)

1625. CUSTOM MARLIN MODEL 336 LEVER ACTION RIFLE

serial #J3872, 35 Remington, 25” custom tapered octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality professionally reapplied rust blue with perhaps a light handling mark or two and a few hints of previous light handling marks beneath the finish. The bolt remains bright and the extractor shows some mellowed case colors. The smooth pistolgrip beautifully figured walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition with a couple minor handling marks and one or two small runs to the glossy finish, and is fit with a checkered steel widow’s peak buttplate showing a touch of finish wear at the heel and toe and is bright along the edges. The rifle is sighted with a ramped red fiber optic front sight and a Lyman 66MC receiver-mounted aperture rear sight, with one aperture included; there are no provisions for a barrel mounted rear sight or optics mounting. The rifle is only marked with “35 Remington” along the top barrel flat and the serial number on the lower tang, and one of the screws shows a light amount of slot wear. A lovely custom Model 336. (14A11647-2) {MODERN} (700/900)

1626. COLT DETECTIVE ACTION REVOLVER

SPECIAL

DOUBLE

serial #579579, 32 Colt New Police (S&W Long), 2” tapered barrel with an excellent bore.

This 1951-manufactured second-issue revolver shows light use and retains about 97% original blue showing edge wear, light handling marks, slight thinning of the finish, and the frame has toned to a plum hue. The trigger and hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and fixed rear sight.

A fine example of the Detective Special in a mild shooting cartridge. (8A11757-15) {C&R} (700/900)

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NOVEMBER 23/24, 2024

1627. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #S28270, 38 Special, 2" shrouded heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This third series revolver retains about 99% factory blue with a scant turn ring, very light muzzle wear and a few handling marks. The replacement checkered rubber Pachmayr Compac grips rate excellent. This version features a long ramp front sight that is finely bead blasted to reduce glare. The Detective Special makes a great concealed carry firearm. (11739-144) {MODERN} (700/900)

1628. FRENCH P.38 SVW45 SEMIAUTO PISTOL BY MAUSER serial #3605i, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this French occupation pistol retain about 95% original dark blackish blue with silvering along the high edges and the finish taking on a deep plum tone under bright light. All markings remain intact and strong, the right side of the slide showing French star stamp. The black checkered P1-style plastic grips remain in excellent condition with a few light handling marks. The serialized parts are matching and one jvd-coded magazine is included.

(13A11728-902) {C&R} (700/900)

1629. BRITISH LAND PATTERN FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY TOWER

.68 cal, 9” round barrel with an oxidized bore. This pistol appears to be closest to the New Land Pattern though the swiveling ramrod assembly has either been removed or fell off long ago. The pistol is carbine bore and the metal surfaces show an old cleaning to pewter gunmetal patina with scattered remnants of light pitting. The markings otherwise remain intact and quite strong throughout with military proofs at breech and lockplate with “TOWER” at rear, “(Crown) / GR” Royal Cypher in center and small “(Crown) / (Broad Arrow)” forward.

The proper brass hardware has mostly toned to a mild goldenrod and pale ocher patina showing just some scattered light handling marks. The smooth walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a pair of 1 1/4” cracks behind the ramrod channel, some more minor cracks behind upper tang and scattered light dings. The stock otherwise retains good markings with “(Crown) / (Broad Arrow) / 1805” above the lock and a few softer markings on the left flat. A now non-captive ramrod showing British proof mark is present and the lock with sliding safety seems to function well mechanically. (13A11543-1) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1630. GERMAN POLICE J.P. SAUER & SOHN 38H SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #353915, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this second variation pistol retain about 80-85% original thinning dull blue showing some scattered holster wear and gripstraps toning to smooth gunmetal gray patina. All markings remain crisp and clear showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and “(Eagle) C” police stamp on the left side of the triggerguard.

The original black checkered Bakelite grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, mostly nearer the bases. The serialized parts are matching and one original magazine with steel “SuS” floorplate is included. The lever does not cock the hammer but the de-cocking system is functional and the action otherwise seems to function normally. (13A11728-896) {C&R} (700/900)

1631. GERMAN ARMY MAUSER HSC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL serial #943111, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting and crisp rifling. The metal surfaces of this fifth variation pistol retain about 97% original blue showing some mild sharp edge wear and slight toning to gray along the gripstraps. All markings remain crisp and clear showing “(Eagle) / N” commercial proofs and “(Eagle) / WaA135” Army Waffenamt on the left side of the triggerguard. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing a few tiny handling marks and rather shallow checkering as is typical on later production guns. One original magazine is included. A fine German Army contract pistol for the martial collector. (13A11728-931) {C&R} (700/900)

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1632. COLT OFFICERS MODEL TARGET DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #23012, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver shows light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% to perhaps 99% original blue showing light edge wear and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain strong blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright with minor staining. The unmarked replacement stag service style grips rate excellent, they have aged to a pleasing yellow hue with strong bark on each panel. This gun is sighted with an elevation adjustable Patridge front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. An excellent early war (1941) revolver. (8A11728-924) {C&R} (700/900)

1633. U.S. MODEL 1879 TRAPDOOR RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #128243, 45-70, 32 5/8” barrel with a good bore showing scattered pitting and oxidation still with evident rifling. The metal surfaces have toned to an even brown patina with fair amounts of original blue and some scattered fine oxidation. The 1873 dated breechblock shows scattered light pitting, the last number of the date has been partially lost, the rest of the markings remain strong. The walnut stock remains in very good condition having been cleaned and refinished showing some minor marks and blemishes, the top of the stock has been relieved and sanded on both sides of the rear tangs and the circle P firing proof and left side cartouches are faint but visible. The rifle is equipped with a proper front sight, later Buffington rear sight, iron firing pin and slotted button tip cleaning rod. A solid Trapdoor rifle. (5A11666-8) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (700/900)

1634. U.S. MODEL 1822 CONTRACT FLINTLOCK MUSKET BY WHITNEY

.69 cal. 42” barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel and rear tang are an even mix of silver and brown patina with scattered light oxidation, staining and some pitting in the area of the touch hole and where a nipple cone was once present. The lock has a darker smoky gray patina and the triggerguard, barrel bands and buttplate are dark brown with scattered light oxidation. The breech is marked “US / LS / (sunken) P” along with a vertical “26” and the rear tang is dated 1832. The lock is marked “U.S. / (crossed branch and arrow) / “E. WHITNEY” in the center and vertical “NEW / HAVEN / 1832” at the rear and the buttplate is marked “U.S.” on one side of the top screw and has a large “6” on the rear side. The walnut stock remains in near excellent condition with the expected light handling marks, tiny cracks at the rear of the lockplate, the left top edge at the rear lock screw and a strong “A.W.” in circle inspector cartouche in the left stock flat. The sling swivels are no longer present, an original trumpet-shaped ramrod is in place and the trigger no longer releases the hammer properly. (5A11774-3) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1635. U.S. MODEL 1861 PERCUSSION RIFLE MUSKET BY LAMSON, GOODNOW & YALE

.58 cal., 40” barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing some good rifling throughout. The barrel has toned to brown and gunmetal with some scattered fine oxidation and pitting, more modest the last two-thirds of the barrel, the barrel bands retain good amounts of original blue toning to brown. The lock has a brighter silvery-gray patina with some light pitting mainly along the top of the hammer and light oxidation along the neck and the triggerguard and buttplate have a smoky gray patina with light pitting, oxidation and carry marks becoming moderate at the heel. The lockplate is marked “U.S. / L.G.-&Y. / WINDSOR-VT” in front of the lock and is dated “1864” at the rear, there is no visible Federal eagle. There are no markings on the tang or barrel other than an upwards arched “W.M.LARGE” on the left octagonal flat. The buttplate is marked with a large “U.S.” and all markings remain crisp. The walnut stock remains in very good condition showing a moderate cleaning and refinishing with rounded edges, no cartouches and some light handling marks. There is a spot of added synthetic wood on the left stock flat, remnants of a large, dented bruise on the top right side of the butt and a tiny crack at the right heel, the wood quite shy of the buttplate.

The arm is sighted with a proper front and rear sight, what appears to be an original tulip shaped ramrod is in place and the action appears to function mechanically. A good example for above the mantel. (5A11774-2) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)

1636. SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER serial #544266, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a pristine bore. The metal surfaces of this Fifth Model retain perhaps 90% original blue, showing scattered light handling marks, high edge wear, and oxidation staining throughout with the gripstrap toning to an even brown patina showing flecks of original finish.

The hammer and trigger have toned to a smoky gunmetal showing bold case-hardened colors.

The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear and remaining a deep black. Timing and lockup appear sound and the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap. All markings remain crisp and excellent and this remains an overall nice Fifth Model presenting a nice balance of condition aesthetically and mechanically. (26A10826619) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

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1637. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #122087, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Third Model retain 94-95% original blue, showing scattered, high edge wear, flecks of oxidation staining, with the gripstrap and cylinder flats toning largely to a brown patina. The trigger has toned to a smoky gunmetal and the checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing light handling wear concentrated on the right panel. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains robust, and the grip safety functions as it should. A fine Third Model. (26A10826-251) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1638. SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #128048, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a bright near-excellent bore showing some pinprick pitting nearer the breech with strong rifling throughout. This Fourth Model retains 98% original nickel finish, showing scattered light handling wear and clouding about the gripstrap with a few flecks of loss along the cylinder and barrel rib showing light oxidation staining. The triggerguard has toned largely to brown showing remnants of original blue in the protected areas, and the trigger and rear sight latch have toned to a smoky gunmetal. The checkered hard rubber grips remain excellent showing only minimal handling wear. Timing and lockup appear sound, ejector function remains strong, and the grip safety appears to function as it should. A high-condition Fourth Model for the collector.

(26A10826-611) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1639. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER serial #133453, 38 S&W, scarce 6” barrel with a bright good bore showing pitting throughout with strong rifling. This Fourth Model retains perhaps 90% original blue, showing scattered dings and handling marks, high-edge silvering, and an area of old cleaned pitting on the left side of the barrel and the crest of the barrel rib having toned to gunmetal and the cylinder and grip strap toning largely to brown. The trigger and rear sight latch have toned to a smoky gunmetal and the triggerguard and cylinder both retain generous original finish in the protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips rate near-excellent, with the left panel showing little wear to speak of and the right with scattered handling wear and a small chip missing near the heel. Timing and lockup appear sound, the ejector functions robustly with strong spring and snap, and the grip safety appears to function as it should. (26A10826-612) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (700/900)

1640. T.J. STAFFORD SINGLE SHOT DERINGER 22 RF, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light pitting with strong rifling throughout. This deringer shows handsome floral scroll throughout the flanks, punch-dot shading along the frame with the left-side depicting a perched egret ready to take flight, and more light foliate scroll and geometric bordering. The brass frame remains largely bright and fine, showing light handling marks and scattered light tarnish throughout, , and the patent markings on the butt remain mostly crisp and legible having softened slightly. The barrel assembly retains 99% reapplied nickel finish, showing remnants of old pinprick pitting under the finish, with the barrel address marking and all engraving still remaining strong. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain excellent, showing minimal handling wear with fine striations forming out from the escutcheons. The arm locks up tightly and appears to function mechanically, though it is devoid of its rear sight, leading to the barrel locking latch being quite loose and often allowing the barrel to swing free upon cocking the hammer. Regardless, this remains a fine and charming example of these relatively scarce New Haven-made deringers. (26B11666-38) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (700/900)

1641. WINCHESTER MODEL 52B BOLT ACTION RIFLE serial #71663B, 22 LR, 28” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 97-98% original blue with spots of light fine oxidation staining and high edge wear. The bolt body remains mostly bright with light operational wear and the handle has worn to a pewter patina and it is electro-pencil marked matching the action. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock remains in very good condition showing honest wear, light handling marks and retains generous amounts of original varnish. The rifle features an Olympic globe front, Lyman rear aperture, target blocks, six position rail with hand stop, and one single shot adapter is included with this fine 1953-manufactured target rifle. (10A11772-2) {C&R} (700/900)

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1642. U.S. MARKED REMINGTON MODEL 40-X BOLT ACTION TARGET RIFLE

serial #20286B, 22 LR, 28” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95-97% original evenly thinning blue with brown undertones showing light handling marks and minor high edge wear with a crisp U.S. marking on the left side of the receiver. The triggerguard and full length hand stop rail retain a similar amount of finish showing light to moderate high edge wear and a couple of small abrasions.

The bolt body remains bright and the checkered handle retains strong blue with some silvering on the points and it is electro-pencil marked matching the action. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock with adjustable Sure Grip buttpad rates good plus with scattered handling marks and several light to moderate abrasions. The rifle is devoid of sights and has target blocks and a one-piece Ken Farrell Picatinny rail. The side of the receiver is factory drilled for an aperture sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. (10A11772-3) {C&R} (700/900)

1643. U.S. MARKED REMINGTON MODEL 40-X BOLT ACTION TARGET RIFLE serial #29334B, 22 LR, 28” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 97% original blue and black finishes with light handling marks and minor high edge wear. The bolt body remains mostly bright with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and the checkered bolt knob retains strong blue with light high edge wear and is electro-pencil numbered matching the receiver. All markings remain crisp and the left side of the receiver ring is “U.S.” marked. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock rates very good plus with light handling marks and is fitted with a White-Line grooved buttplate that rates excellent. The rifle is sighted with a Redfield Olympic globe front and Redfield Palma Rear aperture with single target block, and features a full length hand stop rail, hand stop with sling swivel and the action appears to function well mechanically. A fine 22 trainer with U.S. marking for the small bore enthusiast. (10A11809-8) {C&R} (800/1200)

1644. U.S. MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY

serial #399746, 30-06, 24” 9-09-dated S.A. barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% arsenal reapplied gray-green parkerized finish with light handling marks and spots of pinprick to light pitting and minor high edge wear. The bolt is not marked and retains a strong blue finish and the magazine cutoff and rear sight retain strong blue as well, while the triggerguard shows even mix of blue and brown patina. The straight grip stock rates very good plus as lightly cleaned with expected remnants of service handling wear and appearing devoid of any markings. The rifle has standard sights with the rear in need of a replacement slider; part is readily available online. Included is a modern replacement military-style sling and as with all low-numbered Model 1903 rifles, no thought should be given to loading or firing this rifle and it is sold as a collectible only. (10A11810-14) {C&R} (700/900)

1645. C. G. BONEHILL BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN serial #4050, 12 ga (measuring 3”), 28” damascus barrels choked cylinder and improved modified with mostly bright about good bores showing light to perhaps moderate pitting their full-lengths. The undersides of the barrels show nitro-proofs for 1 1/4 oz. shot along with a later stamped “75”, likely an indication of the chamber length. The barrels show fine swirling damascus patterns throughout with attractive contrasting mild plum-brown and gunmetal gray undertones. The barrel rib markings have faded somewhat showing “C. G. BONEHILL MAKER BIRMINGHAM”. The action shows older restored case-hardened colors that remain vibrant in areas, mixing with a dark smoky gray patina and the triggerguard and top lever with restored polished blue. The attractive English scrollwork embellishments remain completely intact and mostly strong and the upper tang shows “SAFE” inlaid in gold. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in about very fine condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings and handling marks with a few areas darkened slightly from the years. The checkering with neatly mullered borders remains intact and strong, the drop points are well-defined and the cheeks are checkered as well. The wood exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout and the stock features an un-engraved silver monogram plate and grooved butt with toe and heel plates. Length-of-pull is 14 1/8” with drops of 2” and 3 1/8” and shows moderate cast-off. Shotgun features double triggers, automatic safety and brass bead front sight. Lock-up is by dual underbites and Greener crossbolt and barrels lock-up well though show some light at the breeches with top lever left-of-center. The action seems to function normally with strong in-time ejectors and weight is 6 1/2 lbs. (13B11621-98) {C&R} (700/900)

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1646. J. V. NEEDHAM BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #32274, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 30” damascus barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright about very good bores showing a number of raised dings in both bores a few inches back from the muzzles. The undersides of the barrels retain their original Birmingham proofs and the barrels show a fine older restored plum-brown finish overall with fine swirling damascus patterns throughout. The barrel rib shows J.V. Needham Damascus Works Birmingham address and the action shows an old light cleaning now toning to a pewter gunmetal patina with remnants of old oxidation staining. The bottom metal, triggerguard and top lever are a mottled gray patina and the action is embellished with light foliate scrollwork throughout. The checkered walnut stock and splinter forend remain in about very fine condition as cleaned and refinished with refreshed diamond point checkering. The buttstock shows a neat repair along the right side of the wrist and a few synthetic filler repairs along the edges against the tangs, otherwise exhibiting some nice shimmering grain figure throughout the sides of the butt. There is a small ding at the edge of the brass monogram plate along the toe line and the forend features a rosewood tip insert. Length-ofpull to the checkered butt is 14 3/8” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8” and the gun features double triggers, extractor, Greener safety, and brass bead front sight. The barrels lock-up well with the slightest bit of side-toside play and showing a faint sliver of light at the breeches, lock-up being by dual under-bites and hidden third fastener in dolls head extension.

The facile princeps-style action seems to function normally and weight is 6 lbs. 12 1/2 oz. (13A11621-100) {C&R} (700/900)

1647. E. J. CHURCHILL BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN serial #2024, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 26” sleeved barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores. Though not marked “SLEEVED” on their undersides, the work was professionally done and the barrels show two sets of Birmingham nitro-proofs. The barrels retain about 95% older restored blacking with some scattered oxidation speckling and mild thinning under bright light, the original barrel rib marking now mostly lost to the years and only partially legible. The action shows an old cleaning and is now mostly bright while the bottom metal and other small parts show restored polished blue and the screw heads a deep fire blue finish. Both sides of the action are maker-marked and the light embellishments remain intact with tasteful flourishes of English filigree scrollwork. The checkered walnut buttstock and splinter forend remain in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some scattered light dings and the heel with slight angled bevel. The checkering is mostly strong and the drop points well-defined with stock fit remaining quite good overall. Length-of-pull to the checkered butt is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 5/8” and the stock appearing to have some slight cast-on. Shotgun features double triggers, extractors, automatic safety and single brass bead sight. Lock-up is by dual underbites and barrels lock-up well with the forend on, though they are off-face. The action otherwise seems to function well mechanically and weight is 6 lbs. 4 1/2 oz. (13A11621-99) {C&R} (700/900)

1648. AS-NEW STANDARD MANUFACTURING SKO-12 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN serial #SKO-POLYEXP111, 12 ga.,18 5/8” barrel with plain screwchoked barrel with a bright excellent bore. This firearm remains asnew, length is over 26” and features AR-style controls, 22” picatinny top rail, black polymer furniture, 6-position adjustable stock and accepts detachable box magazines with one 5-round magazine included. Also included is the factory manual, foregrip, adjustment tool, cable lock with keys, a cylinder choke, and original box. This shotgun is as-new, factory fired only and may have a very small rack or handling mark only.

(31A11805-3) {MODERN} (700/900)

END OF AUCTION. THANK YOU. OUR TIMED SALE CLOSES AT NOON ON NOVEMBER 25, 2024

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE GENERAL STATEMENTS

• All bidders must register and obtain a bidder number in order to participate in the auction. Absentee/Telephone bidders must register by filling out and signing an absentee bid sheet.

• The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall become the owner upon the fall of the hammer. The auctioneer has sole discretion in the case of a dispute among bidders.

• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. has taken great care in the preparation of the descriptions in this catalog. Although we believe everything in the descriptions to be true, we do not guarantee any part of any description. We recommend that the bidders view the items in person and form their own opinions as to condition, originality, origin, etc. Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will consider all requests for refunds. If a customer is unhappy with a purchase we will be happy to discuss a remedy with them.

• All requests for refunds must be made within 30 days of the sale date. Therefore, it is important that absentee bidders pay for their items in a timely fashion. All requests for refunds received after 30 days of the sale date will not be considered.

• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to reject any bid in order to protect our consignors interests.

• Reserves: A few lots will be offered with reserve. In cases where items are reserved, a bid of the low estimate will always exceed the reserve. Reserves will be bid by the auctioneer as an opening bid so any bid taken from the floor or the phone is a live bid above the reserve amount.

• Bidding on any item in the sale indicates the bidder’s full acceptance and understanding of all terms and conditions of sale and firearms warning (printed and online).

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• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will accept cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express as payment for items purchased. Credit card purchases are limited to $50,000.00 per customer, per auction. Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. reserves the right to demand cash or hold merchandise until funds are collected in full. There will be a $35.00 charge for all returned checks.

• There will be a Buyer’s Premium of 20% added to all purchases. A discounted Buyers Premium of 17.5% will apply to all purchases paid by cash or check. **

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Invoices must be paid within 14 calendar days of the auction in order to take advantage of the cash discount. Invoices paid more than 14 days after the sale will be charged a 20% buyer's premium regardless of payment method. If you are concerned with the mail being slow you may contact the office for our wire transfer information.

• Customers without prior credit approval who intend on making purchases in excess of $10,000 must provide credit information such as a bank letter of credit prior to bidding.

• There will be a $35 bank service fee charged to all international payments made by wire transfer.

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CLASS III • Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. is a licensed Class III S.O.T. and now handles transfers of Machineguns, Suppressors, A.O.W.’s and Short Barreled Arms in-house. We are pleased to answer any questions you may have regarding bringing your Class III items to market.

FIREARMS WARNING Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. does not warranty the safety of any article it sells. Therefore, it is imperative that, before you use any firearm purchased here or anywhere else, you have it examined by a qualified gunsmith to determine whether or not it is safe to use.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE ABSENTEE/TELEPHONE BIDDING • As a service to our buyers, Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will accept absentee bids from bidders who cannot attend the sale. Bidders without prior credit approval are required to submit a 20% deposit prior to bids being accepted (credit cards may be used for absentee deposits). Absentee bids will be bid in a competitive manner and an absentee bidder needs only to outbid another buyer i.e. bidding will not be opened at the maximum bid unless that is the next competitive bid. Buyer is responsible for any and all shipping charges.

• Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. will not be held responsible for errors or omissions of any type that may occur during this service.

• All absentee bids must be received by 8:00pm on the day prior to the auction. If you plan to attend the sale but will not be staying until the end and want to leave a bid on an item that will be sold after you leave, we must have those bids in by 8:00am on the morning of the sale.

No bids will be accepted after that time. Please do not call the gallery once the auction has started (after 9:00am) as we will not be able to accept bids or make changes to bids.

• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will also accept telephone bids on a limited basis. Telephone bidding is reserved for seriously interested bidders. In order to bid by telephone, the bidder must be willing to pay at least the low estimate of the item being bid on.

~ NOTE: PHONE BIDS NEED TO BE ARRANGED BY 5:00 PM EASTERN ON THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 21, 2024~ • All absentee/telephone bidder invoices are mailed within a few days of the sale, are due upon receipt, and are to be paid either by cash, check or credit card. All items not paid for within 20 business days from sale date shall be considered abandoned as well as the deposit that was made on those items and Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. shall have sole discretion as to their disposal.

• If you are a first time absentee/telephone bidder and have additional questions regarding how to place bids, please refer to the instruction sheet on page 463.

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MODERN - these firearms require a federal form 4473 and successful background check unless purchaser holds a valid and current FFL

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GENERAL INFORMATION DIRECTIONS FROM SOUTH: Rt. 93 North to Rt. 101 West in Manchester to Rt. 293 North to Exit 5 (Granite Street). At end of ramp go right onto Granite Street to first set of lights. Go left on Commercial Street and we are located in the Waumbec Commercial Center, which is 1/8 mile up on the left. OR Rte. 3 (Everett Turnpike) North through Bedford tolls then off at Exit 5 (Granite Street). At bottom of ramp go right, take first left onto Commercial Street, 1/8 mile on left. FROM NORTH: Rt. 93 South to Rt. 293 South to Amoskeag Bridge exit, bear right at end of ramp and follow across Amoskeag Bridge. Take first right after bridge onto Canal Street and first right again onto Commercial Street, follow for 8/10 of a mile and we are located in the Waumbec Commercial Center located on the right. ELEVATOR: Go around to the back of the building (river side), there is a set of three stairs with a glass door, enter the lobby through the door that is marked "ELEVATOR", go to 3rd floor and follow signs. STAIRS: Enter South entrance, go up stairs and follow hallway and signs.

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ABSENTEE/TELEPHONE BIDDING INFORMATION ABSENTEE BIDDING We are often asked various questions by absentee bidders after a sale regarding why they did or didn't get an item they bid on. We would like to clarify how absentee bidding works so strategies may be altered to maximize effectiveness.

First, absentee bidders are bidding against other absentee bidders, bidders in attendance and those bidding live via online platforms If two absentee bids are received for the same amount, the one received first takes precedence. If two or more absentee bids are received for a particular item (which is usually the case) we open the bidding at one increment above the lower bid. Example.. bidder "A" bids $375 and bidder "B" bids $450 on the same item, the bidding will open at $400 and the floor competes from there. If bidder "A" bid $450 and bidder "B" bid $450+, the bidding would open with bidder "B" at $475. This brings us to another situation. Absentee bidders sometimes use odd bidding techniques for example bidding $401 or $51 or $76. This is normally much more of a disadvantage than an advantage for the following reasons. A $400+ beats $401 or even $410 for that matter because the smallest increment we would use is $25. When the normal increments are broken it can work against the bidder; example: bidder "A" bids $401 and the bid ends up on the floor (by chance only) at $400. We bid $401 which first off, immediately indicates that the bid is at its maximum point and secondly we will take a bid of $402 and sell it to the floor when normally we would need at least an increment of $25.

The plus is normally used to break a tie, however we will not take an item away from a bidder who bid $400+ for an increment less than the next normal increment. Therefore odd bidding doesn't usually work to a bidders' advantage. Also a bid of $401+ is useless because the bidding would never tie at such an odd increment so a bid of $400+ is more effective as the plus is more likely to come into play.

Multiple plus bids are also difficult for us to execute. A bid of $400+++ leaves many variables. In $25 increments if it indeed ties at $400 equals $525; i.e. the floor bids $400, we bid $425 (first plus) the floor bids $450, we bid $475 (second plus), the floor bids $500, we bid $525 (third plus). This is multiplied doubly if we use $50 increments placing the $400+++ bid at $650 in the same scenario. Therefore we ask that bidders bid as high as they are willing to go and if they wish to break a possible tie to use a single plus.

We have been asked by bidders why they, who bid $500+ on an item, didn't get it when it sold at $550. The reason is simple, a tie did not occur. This again is an example of a bidder not understanding the purpose of the plus and that there is only a certain percentage of the time when a tie does occur.

We value our absentee bid business greatly and we treat our bidders fairly. You can feel comfortable bidding as much as you wish and you only need to outbid another bidder. On several occasions bidders have questioned our use of this policy because they felt they got most items near or at their top bid.

We have thousands of customers, many of these customers share similar interests. Desirable items receive heavy absentee bid activity, many times they open quite high on crossing absentee bids. Occasionally a good item either gets cataloged without our realizing its value or gets inadvertently buried in the second half of the catalog. We obviously try not to let this happen but being realists, we know that it does happen from time to time. We are shocked at how well read our catalogs are and it is not uncommon to receive ten or more absentee bids on such an item.

RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE THURSDAY FOLLOWING THE SALE.

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CATALOG INDEX 19th Century Tooled Leather Holsters A. E. Linzel Air Rifle A. Francotte Sideplate Double Ejectorgun A.F.W. Timner System Mauser Single Shot Vogelbuchse A.H. Fox AE Grade Smallbore Double Ejectorgun A.H. Fox De Special Two Barrel Set Upgraded Scalloped Frame Double Ejectorgun Uniforms and Militaria Alex Daniels Samuel Bell Coffin Handle Bowie American Arms Co. Double Action Pocket Revolver, Engraved American Arms Derby Sidelock Double Ejectorgun American Brass-Barreled Flintlock Pistols American Fullstock Exposed Lock Percussion Sporting Rifle American Fullstock Flintlock Sporting Rifle with Fine Inlays American Historical Foundation Iron Cross Commemorative Walther Pp Semi-Auto Pistol American Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifles by Berg American Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by L. Wheelock American Percussion Pistols by Schneider & Co. of Memphis Made For Samuel Vance Angelo Bee Engraved & Gold Inlaid Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotguns Anshutz Special Order Model 210 Record Match Pistol Armalite AR-10 Semi-Auto Rifles Arrieta Uplander Round Body Sidelock Double Ejectorgun Arthur Allan Boxlock Double Shotgun Arthur Turner Boxlock Double Shotgun August Francotte Sideplated Single Barrel Trap Shotgun Retailed by VL&D Austrian Reverse Lock Percussion Schuetzen Rifles Austrian System Aydt Takedown Schuetzen Rifle Retailed by Wertgarner AYA Double Ejectorguns Ball Repeating Civil War Carbine by E.G. Lamson & Co. Ballard Rifle and Cartridge Company Deluxe Model 1885 High Wall Rifle Barrett Firearms Model 99 Bolt Action Rifle Bavarian M1 Carbines Belgian Bayard Scalloped Boxlock Double Shotgun by Pieper Belgian Boxlock Double Shotgun by A. Francotte Belgian Browning Superposed Exhibition Double Signed Two-Barrel Set Double Ejectorgun Belgian Copy of A Sharps Four-Barrel Pepperbox Belgian Mauser Magazine Sporting Rifle by August Francotte Belgian Sharps Patent Four-Barrel Pepperbox by L. Ghaye Belgian Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Jean Stassart Belgian Smallbore Boxlock Double Shotgun, Engraved & Gold-Inlaid Berdan Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Rifle Beretta 686 Onyx Pro Field Small Game Combo Over Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set Beretta Model 682 Sporting Over Under Shotgun Beretta Model 686 Silver Pigeon I Combo Over Under Shotgun Beretta Model 687 Eell Diamond Pigeon Over Under Shotgun Two Barrel Set Beretta Model 694 Sporting Over Under Shotgun Beretta Model A400 Xplor Semi-Auto Shotgun Beretta Model AL391 Teknys Gold Semi-Auto Shotgun Beretta Silver Pigeon II Over Under Shotguns Blaser R84 Bolt Action Takedown Rifle Three Barrel Set Brass-Barreled Flintlock Holster Pistol by T. Ketland & Co. British “Hay Pattern Enfield” Percussion Rifle by Isaac Hollis & Sons British Boxlock Double Ejectorguns British Brass-Barreled Flintlock Holster Pistols British Brass-Barreled Snap Bayonet Flintlock Pistol by Richards British Brooks Patent Four-Barrel Swivel Breech Buck & Ball Gun by Wood & Sons British Commercial Short Land Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket by Williams British Double Barrel Percussion Howdah Pistol by Henry Tatham British Double Hammergun by W. & C. Scott & Son British East India Company Pattern C Percussion Musket British Flintlock Dueling Pistols by Mortimer British Flintlock Officers Pistol by Bunney British Flintlock Officers Pistol by John Richards British Flintlock Officers Pistols by Gatehouse, Cased British Halfstock Flintlock Fowler by Dawes British Halfstock Flintlock Fowler by Shole British Halfstock Percussion Fowler by Nock

SALE NO. 144

69, 144, 145 258 219 59 20 162 202 91 11 289 281 263 287 345 51, 54 278 132 52, 154 160 410 293 425 426 161 71, 230 31 298, 320 28 9 245 376, 393 452 427 79 192 138 192 222 178, 217 183 331 320 293 81 320 366 332 337 338 405 241 278, 282, 298 272, 273 254 71 276 182 425 294 121 88 86 180 429 256 359

British Land Pattern Flintlock Pistol by Tower 454 British Pattern 1856 Percussion Short Rifle by A. Francotte 305 British Percussion Double Hammer Cape Gun 386 British Percussion Officer’s Pistols by Clark, Cased 181 British Percussion Officer’s Pistols by W. Jackson, Cased 85 British Percussion Target Pistol by William Chance & Son 301 British Riviere Patent Halfstock Percussion Fowler 299 British Sidelever Double Hammergun by W. Wellington 419 British Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by J. Venables and Son of Oxford 184 British Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Joseph Lang 222 British Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by T. Stensby & Co. 250 British Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by W.P. Jones 223 British Sidelock Double Shotgun by Joseph Lang & Sons with Case 285 British Smallbore Boxlock Double Ejectorgun by K.D. Radcliffe 277 British Snap Bayonet Flintlock Pistol by Redfern 88 Brno Arms Model ZH 344 Double Rifle 383 Brown Mfg. Co. Southerner Single Shot Deringer 273 Browning Citori 725 Sporting Over Under Shotgun 293 Browning Citori 725 Trap Over Under Shotgun 289 Browning Citori Superlight Over Under Shotguns 311, 318 Browning Citori Ultra XS Sporting Over Under Shotgun 293 Browning High Power Semi-Auto Pistols 346, 347, 353, 379, 424 Browning Medalist Renaissance Model Semi-Auto Pistol Made For The Browning Collectors Association 219 Browning Midas Grade Smallbore Superposed Skeet Over Under Shotguns 78, 221 Browning Superposed Lightning Grade I Over Under Shotguns 81, 174 Browning X-Bolt Pro Long Range Bolt Action Rifle 332 Buchel Original Meister Schuetzen Rifle Exceptional & Ornate Engraved, Gold-Washed & Inlaid 60 Bul Armory SAS II Ultralight Semi-Auto Pistol 388 Burnside Rifle Co. Fifth Model Civil War Carbine 275 C. G. Bonehill Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 457 California Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifles 109, 110 California Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Schuetzen Rifle 74 Charter Arms Milestone Edition Bulldog Revolver Cased, Engraved & Silver-Plated 375 Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol 9 Civil War Letters, Diaries, Groupings 196, 197, 415 Colt 38 AMU Semi-Auto Pistol 349 Colt Anaconda Double Action Revolver 312 Colt AR-15 A2 Hbar Sporter Semi-Auto Rifles 342, 358 Colt AR-15 SP1 Pre-Ban Semi-Auto Carbine 339 Colt Argentine Contract Model 1927 Semi-Auto Pistol 372 Colt Automatic Semi-Auto Pistols, Consecutively Numbered 436 Colt Boa Double Action Revolver 15 Colt Class D Master Engraved Single Action Army Revolver by Robert Burt 96 Colt Cobra Double Action Revolver 430 Colt Commercial Service Model Ace Semi-Auto Pistol 346 Colt Custom Shop Gold Cup National Match Semi-Auto Pistol with Coltguard Finish 188 Colt Custom Shop Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol with Coltguard Finish 113 Colt Custom Shop Mustang Semi-Auto Pistol by Dennis Kies, Engraved And Inlaid 333 Colt Delta Elite Semi-Auto Pistols 351, 355 Colt Detective Special Double Action Revolvers 430, 453, 454 Colt Diamondback Double Action Revolver 13 Colt Diamondback Factory Class "D" Engraved Revolver 112 Colt DS-II Double Action Revolver, Engraved 233 Colt Frontier Six Shooter Etched Panel Revolver Shipped to Manzanares & Co., Restored 68 Colt Frontier Six Shooter Etched Panel Revolver with Carved Ivory Grip & 1860 Backstrap 67 Colt Frontier Six Shooter Storekeeper’s Revolver 232 Colt Gold Cup National Match Semi-Auto Pistols 312, 352, 353, 370 Colt Government Model “100-Year Anniversary” Semi-Auto Pistol 339 Colt Government Model 38 Super Gold Stallion Premier Pistol 321 Colt Government Model 380 “Second Edition” And “Lady Colt” Cased Semi-Auto Pistols 334 Colt Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol by Wilson Combat 323 Colt Government Model Semi-Auto Pistols 189, 262, 322, 341, 355 Colt Lightning Large Frame Slide Action Magazine Rifle 44 Colt Medium Frame Lightning Saddle Ring Carbine 45 Colt Model 1849 Pocket Percussion Revolvers 29, 30, 255 Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolvers 30, 354

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CATALOG INDEX Colt Model 1855 Revolving Percussion Shotgun 214 Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver 267 Colt Model 1860 Army Shooting Prize Revolver Awarded to Sturke, Engraved and Gold & Silver-Plated 40 Colt Model 1860 Fluted Army Percussion Revolver 68 Colt Model 1860 London Army Revolver Cased 182 Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver, Cased 29 Colt Model 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolvers 92, 424 Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolvers 93, 348 Colt Model 1878 Double Action Revolver Shipped to Manzanares & Co. 256 Colt Model 1892 Double Action Revolver Belonging to Brigadier General James P. Parker 198 Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammer Semi-Auto Pistol 390 Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol 435 Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Auto Pistol 391 Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Auto Pistol, Engraved, Gold & Silver-Inlaid 151 Colt New Navy Double Action Revolver 333 Colt New Service Double Action Revolvers 233, 333, 370, 409 Colt No. 2 Deringer Pistol 287 Colt Officers ACP Semi-Auto Pistol 408 Colt Officers Model Target Double Action Revolver 455 Colt Police Positive Double Action Revolver 443 Colt Pre-War Commercial Ace Semi-Auto Pistol 220 Colt Python Double Action Revolvers 13, 16, 113, 312, 322, 336 Colt Python Factory Class "D" Engraved Revolver 111 Colt Second Generation Sheriff’s Model Single Action Army Revolver 88 Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolvers 13, 321 Colt Second Series Woodsman Match Target Semi-Auto Pistol 409 Colt Single Action Army Etched Panel Frontier Six Shooter Revolver, New Mexico Shipped 143 Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Revolver, El-Paso Shipped 142 Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Revolver, Factory Engraved 87 Colt Single Action Army Revolver Cole Agee Engraved 143 Colt Single Action Army Revolvers 231, 334, 336, 354 Colt Special Lady Double Action Only Revolver 232 Colt Targetsman Semi-Auto Pistol 327 Colt Third Generation Sheriff’s Model Single Action Army Revolver 311, 321 Colt Third Generation Single Action Army Revolvers 89, 310, 322, 334, 345, 346 Colt Woodsman Colt-King Super Target Converted Pistol 7 Colt Woodsman Match Target Semi-Auto Pistols 327, 408 Confederate Pattern 1853 Percussion Rifle-Muskets by Tower 169, 172 Confederate Pattern 1856 Percussion Short Rifle by Tower Identified to Riley J. Brown of 22nd Nc Infantry 169 Connecticut Arms Hammond Bulldog Deringer 98 Connecticut Shotgun Rbl-28 Reserve Edition Small Bore Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 218 Contemporary Fullstock Flintlock Rifle by N.R. Huff 277 Contemporary Left-Hand Fullstock Flintlock Rifle by Leonard Day 453 Contemporary Underhammer Percussion Heavy Target Rifle 444 CPA Rifles Stevens No. 44 1/2 Falling Block Target Rifle 297 CSMC A.H. Fox Fe Grade Thierry Duguet Engraved Double Ejectorgun 175 CSMC Inverness Deluxe Round Body Over Under Double Ejectorgun 184 CZ 2075 BD Rami Semi-Auto Pistol 372 D.C. Industries NDS-4 Semi-Auto Carbine 369 Dakota 76 Magnum Magazine Rifle by Connecticut Shotgun 147 Dan Wesson Pointman Semi-Auto Pistol 388 Dan Wesson RZ-10 Razorback Semi-Auto Pistol 390 Dehaan SGR Deluxe Over Under Shotgun 339 Dresye Needle Fire Double Shotgun 386 DWM 1920 Commercial Luger Pistol 393 DWM Model 1900 American Eagle Luger Pistol 282 DWM Model 1906 American Eagle Luger Pistol 84 DWM Model 1908 Commercial Luger Pistol 295 DWM Prototype Model 1900 Long Barrel Luger Pistol with Holster & Early Matching Push-Button Stock 100 E. J. Churchill Boxlock Double Shotgun 458 Emil Martin Olympia Model Meisterschaftspistole Falling Block Target Pistol 452 English Butt Reservoir Air Rifle 160 Erma-Werke Model Esp 85a Semi-Auto Match Pistol 448 European Copy Of A Sharps Four-Barrel Pepperbox 428 European Flintlock Takedown Fowler 215 F.A.I.R. Safari Prestige Over Under Rifle 177

SALE NO. 144

Fabrique Nationale High Power Semi-Auto Pistol Flintlock Fullstock Jaeger Rifle by G. Keiner FN 510 Tactical Semi-Auto Pistol FN Hi-Power Semi-Auto Pistol With Buenos Aires Police Markings Forehand Arms Co. 38 Double Action Revolver, Engraved Franchi Over Under Shotgun, Factory Engraved Franchi Renaissance Over Under Shotguns French Double Barrel Flintlock Pistol by Damem French Flintlock Double Fowler by Prelat French Knife Pistol by Duvert French Minie-Cordier Percussion Training Rifle French Percussion Knife Pistol by Berthod Cased French Percussion Target Pistols by Devisme Cased Freund Armory Marked Spencer Sporting Rifle Galazan Custom Dakota Model 10 Falling Block Rifle Gallager Civil War Breechloading Carbine by Richardson & Overman George Spring Engraved & Gold-Inlaid Colt National Match 38 Special Mid-Range Pistol German Federal Shooting Festival Framed Posters German European Full Cap Red Stag Mounts German Army Mauser HSc Semi-Auto Pistol German Army Mauser Model 1934 Semi-Auto Pistol German Army Walther PP Semi-Auto Pistol German Blitz Action Underlever Drilling by Behr’s Waffen-Werke German Boxlock Double Ejectorgun by Heinrich Leue German Buchel System Brilliant Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle German Falling Block Stalking Rifle German Falling Block Zimmerstutzen Retailed by E. Moetzel German Fallow Buck Eulenburg Mount Attributed to Emil Graf Von Schlitz German Frank Pistole Single Shot Target Pistol by J.A. Frank German Fullstock Percussion Sporting Or Jaeger Rifle by V.C. Schilling German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Gustloff Werke German K98k High Turret Sniper Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf German KK-Wehrsportgewehr Bolt Action Training Rifle by Gustloff Werke German Lady’s Or Child’s Rifle and Fowler German Lp.08 Artillery Luger Pistol by DWM with Holster and Stock German M40 Stahlhelm With SS Runes German Model 1920 Police/Military Luger Pistol by DWM German Original System Aydt Schuetzen Rifle by Bruno Anschutz German Original System Buchel Schuetzen Rifle German P.08 Luger 42-Coded Pistol by Mauser German P.08 Luger Byf-Coded Pistols by Mauser German P.08 Luger Pistols by DWM German P.08 Luger Police Pistol by DWM German P.08 Luger S/42 Pistols by Mauser German P.35(P) Semi-Auto Pistol by Radom German P.38 Byf43 Semi-Auto Pistols by Mauser German P.38 Byf44 Semi-Auto Pistols by Mauser German P.38 Semi-Auto Pistol by Spreewerk German P.38 Semi-Auto Pistols by Walther German P.640(B) Semi-Auto Pistol by Fabrique Nationale German Percussion Fullstock Jaeger Rifle by Funk & Sons German Police J.P. Sauer & Sohn 38H Semi-Auto Pistol German Police S/42 P.08 Luger Pistol by Mauser German Police Walther PPK Semi-Auto Pistol German Police-Marked J.P. Sauer & Sohn 38h Semi-Auto Pistol With Holster German Reich Justice Ministry Walther PP Semi-Auto Pistol German Reichsfinanzverwaltung Walther PP Semi-Auto Pistol German Reverse Lock Percussion Fullstock Jaeger Rifle by Johann Kugler German Reverse Lock Percussion Schuetzen Rifle by Coster German Reworked Walther Ac41 Pistol German Rifle Association Dagger by Weyersberg German Scalloped Boxlock Bockbuchsflinte Combination Gun by M. Hirschheide German Scalloped Boxlock Double Ejectorgun by Robert Schuler German Scalloped Boxlock Drilling by E.A. Merkel German Sideplated Drilling by Heinrich Munch German Smallbore Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle

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German Snap Action Drilling 302 German Swivel Breech Flintlock Buck and Ball Gun 229 German System Albrecht Falling Block Takedown Schuetzen Rifle 62 German System Burgsmueller Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle 265 German System Frohn Model 1903 Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle Retailed by A. Dickore 265 German System Kessler Martini Schuetzen Rifle by Miller & Val Greiss 34 German System Stabil Schuetzen Rifle with Crossover Stock by Adolf Frohn 157 German System Stahl Schuetzen Rifles 156, 290, 359 German System Stern Single Shot Target Pistol 387 German System Tanner Model 1897 Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle 64 German System Will Model 1908 Short Frame Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle 265 German Tank Destruction Badge 416 German Underlever Double Hammer Buchsflinte Combination Gun by Christoph Funk 302 German Underlever Double Hammergun by Thieme & Schlegelmilch 257 German Wooden Schuetzen Target with Humorous Hunting Scene 243 German Wooden Schuetzen Target with Red Stag Scene 243 German WWI Bavarian Leather Pickelhaube 415 Germanic Percussion Double Fowler 259 Germanic Percussion Double Fowler with Nice Carved Stock 259 Greifelt & Co. Grade 1 Smallbore Scalloped Boxlock Over Under Shotgun 166 Griffin & Howe Custom Remington-Hepburn No. 3 Sporting Rifle 225 Haenel Original System Aydt Schuetzen Rifles 34, 270 Hammerli Model 105 Single Shot Free Pistol 306 Hammerli-Tanner 300 Meter Bolt Action Free Rifle 369 Harpers Ferry Model 1819 Hall Breech Loading Percussion Rifle 450 Harrington & Richardson Automatic Vest Pocket Semi-Auto Pistol 327 Harrington & Richardson Automatic Vest Pocket Semi-Auto Pistol Reportedly Owned by Colt 286 Harrington & Richardson Model 195 U.S.R.A. Single Shot Target Pistol 356 Harrington & Richardson Model 199 Sportsman Single Action Revolver 437 Harrington & Richardson Model 35 “Premier” Two-Barrel Revolver Set 325 Harrington & Richardson Model 999 Sportsman Double Action Revolver, Factory Engraved 328 Harrington & Richardson Sportsman Double Action Revolver With Original Hinged Box 447 Harrington & Richardson Trapper Model Revolver 395 Harrington & Richardson U.S.R.A. Model 195 Single Shot Pistol 369 Harrington & Richardson Ultra Model 777 Single Action Revolver 325 Heckler & Koch HK 94 Semi-Auto Carbine 246 Henry Deringer Philadelphia Percussion Pocket Pistol 254 High Standard Military Model “The Victor” Semi-Auto Pistols 387, 388, 389 High Standard Model C Semi-Auto Pistol 429 High Standard Olympic ISU Semi-Auto Pistols 351, 387,389, 392, 411 High Standard Olympic Semi-Auto Pistol 411 High Standard Slant Grip “The Victor” Semi-Auto Pistol W/ German Proofs 322 High Standard Supermatic Semi-Auto Pistols 373, 389, 420 Hopkins & Allen Falling Block Sporting Rifle Two Barrel Set 270 Howard Dove Engraved & Gold Inlaid Colt New Service Double Action Revolver 135 Husqvarna Double Hammer Shotgun 349 Inland Division M1 Carbine With Folding Stock 434 Italian Sidelock Double Ejectorgun by Armitalia Di Lucchini 223 Ithaca Classic Doubles Experimental Sousa Grade Smallbore Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 216 Ithaca Flues Grade 5E Single Barrel Trap Shotgun 303 Izhmash Saiga 12 Semi-Auto Shotgun 401 J. E. Merriman & Co. Memphis Percussion Deringer Cased Pistols 131 J. Lewis & Sons Sidelock Double Shotgun 426 J. P. Sauer & Sohn Bar Double Barrel Pistol 444 J. V. Needham Boxlock Double Shotgun 458 J.W. Winchester and Company Display Case 244 James Purdey Best Quality Self-Opening Sidelock Double Ejectorgun 137 James Reid “My Friend” Knuckleduster 274 James Warner Second Model Percussion Pocket Revolver 273 James Woodward & Sons Underlever Double Hammer Rifle 105 Japanese 1944 Pattern Officer’s Shin-Gunto 416 Japanese Mid-19th Century Katana by Masazane with Nbthk Certificate 106 Japanese Navy Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolver 151 Japanese Type 11 Light Machine Gun by Hitachi Heiki Captured by Wagner D. Jackson In Burma 204 Johann Springer Underlever Single Shot Stalking Rifle 127 John Adams Engraved Ruger Red Label Smallbore Over Under Shotgun 318 John Krider Philadelphia Breechloading Thumb Break Double Hammergun 123

SALE NO. 144

John Martz Custom Luger Pistols 118, 119 Johnson Automatics Model 1941 Semi-Auto Rifle 207 Jonathan Browning Centennial Percussion Mountain Rifle 451 Joseph Lang & Son Jones Underlever Double Rifle 103 Kimber Aegis II Semi-Auto Pistol 410 Kimber Semi-Auto Pistols 371, 406, 409, 411, 446, 447 Krag 1898 Magazine Sporting Rifle 280 Krieghoff K-80 Over Under Shotgun with Complete Kolar Tube Set 176 L.C. Smith Field Grade Sidelock Double Shotguns 120, 406, 410 L.C. Smith Grade 2 Sidelock Double Shotgun 433 L.C. Smith Specialty Grade Sidelock Double Ejectorguns 393, 453 L.C. Smith Trap Grade Double Ejectorgun 120 Late War German Mg34 Display Gun 201 Leather & Oak Shotshell Carrier with Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marking 297 Lefever GE Grade Sideplated Double Ejectorgun 452 Leonard Francolini Factory Engraved and Consecutively Numbered Colt Single Action Army Revolvers 94 Les Baer Custom Premier II Semi-Auto Pistol 343 Les Baer Custom Ultimate AR .223 Super Varmint Semi-Auto Precision Rifle with Nightforce NXS Scope 246 Lindner Second Type Percussion Civil War Carbine Converted to Fowler 281 London Colt Third Model Thuer Deringers, Cased Pair 12 London Flintlock Officers Pistol by E. Baker 174 M.R.A. Salvinelli Sidelock Double Ejectorgun 177 Marlin Ballard No. 3 Gallery Rifle 304 Marlin Ballard No. 6 Muzzleloading Schuetzen Rifle Customized by Stevens-Pope 140 Marlin Ballard No. 6 Schuetzen Off-Hand Rifle 231 Marlin Ballard Pope Muzzleloading Schuetzen Rifles 72,238, 239 Marlin Model 1893 Deluxe Takedown Rifles 99, 227 Marlin Model 1893 Saddle Ring Carbine 368 Marlin Model 1895G Guide Gun Lever Action Carbine 383 Marlin Model 39 Lever Action Rifle 269 Marlin Model 93 Lever Action Rifle 442 Marocchi Conquista Sporting Clays Over Under Shotgun 412 Mass. Arms Co. Maynard No. 2 Gallery & Small Game Rifle 248 Mass. Arms Co. Maynard Primed Percussion Double Hammergun 248 Mauser K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Weatherby 332 Mauser Large Ring Flatside C96 Semi-Auto Pistol Retailed by VL & D 167 Mauser Model 3000l Left-Hand Bolt Action Rifle 367 Maxim Defense PDX Semi-Auto Pistol 342 Merkel Sideplated Double Ejectorgun 179 Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Pocket Army Double Action Revolver 281 Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Pocket Army Model Single Action Revolver 98 Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Pocket Model Double Action Revolver 375 Michigan Over Under Percussion Buck and Ball Gun by Holt 263 Moore’s Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Deringer Pistol 274 National Arms Co. No. 2 Short Barreled Deringers Part of a Closely-Numbered Pair 192 New Haven Arms Co. .44 Henry Rimfire Cartridges 130 New Mexico Ordered Colt Single Action Army Revolver 38 New Mexico Shipped Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Revolvers 37, 39 New Mexico Shipped Colt Single Action Army Revolvers 39, 42 New Mexico Shipped Factory Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver 66 New Orleans Fullstock Percussion Schuetzen Rifle by Louis Gerteis with Attractive Dolphin Motifs 229 New York Engraved Colt Single Action Army Sheriff's Model Revolver Shipped "Soft" 33 New York Over Under Percussion Double Rifle by B. C. Wood 303 New York Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifles 299, 300 New York Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifles 280, 302 New York State Percussion Target Rifle by Eli E. Caswell 279 Norinco NDM-86 “Dragunov” Sniper Rifle 245 Norinco Type 56S-1 Semi-Auto Carbine 339 Ohio Percussion Buck & Ball Gun Made by Henry Pierce For His Son 237 Ohio Percussion Fullstock Long Sporting Rifle by J. Vincent 257 Ottoman Sea Service Flintlock Pistol 408 Parker GHE Grade Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 278 Parker Grade 0 Under Lifter Double Hammergun 357 Parker PH Grade Boxlock Double Shotgun 433 Parker SC Grade Single Barrel Trap Shotgun 357 Parker Trojan Smallbore Boxlock Double Shotgun 277 Parker VH Grade Boxlock Double Shotguns 17, 449

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Parker VHE Boxlock Double Ejectorguns 17, 119, 164 Parker-Hale Pattern 1858 Enfield Two-Band Percussion Rifle 449 Paul Shuttleworth Custom Stevens No. 45 Schuetzen Rifle 224 Pedersoli Missouri River Hawken Percussion Rifle 402 Pennsylvania Fullstock Flintlock Sporting Rifle by Ezra Engle 290 Philadelphia Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifle by Anschutz 109 Philadelphia Percussion Halfstock Sporting Rifle by Foehl 359 Poly Tech National Match Ak-47/S Semi-Auto Rifle 341 Polytech AKS-223 Semi-Auto Carbine 339 Quackenbush Safety Cartridge Rifle With Original Box 375 R.H. Brown Breechloading Signal Cannon 294 Randall Knives 364, 365 Randall Service Model Semi-Auto Pistol 430 Reising Prototype Semi-Auto Target Pistol 328 Remington Model 11 Sportsman F-Grade Semi-Auto Shotgun, Factory Engraved 57 Remington Model 11-48 Shotgun Gifted to Actor & Director John Huston by WWII Legend Audie Murphy 206 Remington Model 12 D-Grade Slide Action Rifle Factory Engraved 59 Remington Model 121 Routledge Smooth Bore Slide Action Rifle 324 Remington Model 121A Field Master Slide Action Shotgun 45 Remington Model 12C N.R.A. Target Slide Action Rifle 44 Remington Model 12-CS D-Grade Slide Action Rifle Factory Engraved 58 Remington Model 141-B Gamemaster Deluxe Slide Action Rifle 349 Remington Model 1861 Army Percussion Revolver 255 Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver with Nice Period Holster Identified to The 101 Ranch 211 Remington Model 1894 BE Grade Double Ejectorgun 426 Remington Model 1894 FE Trap Grade Double Ejectorgun 379 Remington Model 25 Slide Action Carbine 304 Remington Model 4 Rolling Block Rifles 418, 451 Remington Model 541-S Custom Sporter Bolt Action Rifle 442 Remington Model 700 Rifles 341, 342 Remington Model 7600 200th Year Anniversary Limited Edition Slide Action Rifle 344 Remington Model 8 D-Grade Semi-Auto Rifle Factory Engraved 58 Remington Model 8 F-Grade Semi-Auto Rifle, Factory Engraved 56 Remington Model 81 Woodsmaster Semi-Auto Rifle With Krieger Conversion 367 Remington Model 95 Double Deringers 64, 65, 252, 253, 306, 363,378, 423 Remington Model No. 6 Falling Block Rifle In Original Box 7 Remington Model XP-100 Single Shot Bolt Action Pistol 425 Remington New Model Army Factory Cartridge-Converted Revolver 255 Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver 445 Remington New Model Pocket Cartridge Revolver 274 Remington New Model Police Percussion Revolver 274 Remington No. 2 Rolling Block Rifle 451 Remington Rider Magazine Pistol 8 Remington Vest Pocket Pistol 445 Remington-Baikal Model Mr221 Double Rifle 383 Remington-Elliot Pepperbox Deringer Pistol 405 Richardson & Overman Gallagher’s Patent Percussion Carbine 283 Richmond Armory Type III Percussion Rifle-Musket ID’d 240 Rizzini Round Body EM Smallbore Over Under Shotgun 185 Robar Companies RC50F Bolt Action Rifle 245 Robert Linguard Cutlery Handle Bowie 91 Romanian Contract Providence Tool Co. Peabody Rifle 275 Romarm-Cugir PSL-54C Semi-Auto Rifle 346 Roper Revolving Shotgun with Two Original Shells 214 Rouchouse Reform Palm Pistol 273 Ruger 50th Anniversary Revolvers 381, 385 Ruger 77/22 Bolt Action Rifles 315, 438 Ruger 77/44RS Bolt Action Carbine 316 Ruger American Gen. II 75th Anniversary Rifle 315 Ruger Blackhawk “Flattop” Single Action Revolvers 382, 400 Ruger Gunsite Scout Bolt Action Rifles 373, 397 Ruger M77 Bolt Action Rifles 315, 366, 367, 403, 438 Ruger M77 Hawkeye 150th NH Fish & Game Anniversary Rifle 401 Ruger Mini-14 Ranch Rifles 310, 396 Ruger Mini-14 Semi-Auto Rifle 309 Ruger Mini-30 Semi-Auto Rifle 310 Ruger Model 96/22M Lever-Action Carbine 309

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Ruger New Bearcat Revolver 381 Ruger New Model Blackhawk Revolvers 382, 385, 439 Ruger New Model Single-Six “Blackbird” Revolver 384 Ruger New Vaquero Single Action Revolvers 384 Ruger No. 1 Falling Block Rifles 317, 367, 374, 402 Ruger Old Army Percussion Revolvers 361, 441 Ruger Old Model Super Blackhawk Revolver With Rare Mahogany Presentation Case 356 Ruger Red Label Over Under Shotguns 311, 331, 374 Ruger Single-Six “Flatgate” Revolver With Carved Ivory Grips 381 Ruger Single-Ten Revolvers 384 Ruger SR-556 Semi-Auto Carbine 373 Ruger Super Blackhawk Revolver by Turnbull 381 Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan Revolver 382 Ruger Trap Model Single Barrel Shotgun 310 Ruger Woodside Over Under Shotgun 309 Sako Forester Sporter Bolt Action Rifle 402 Sako Pre-Vixen Mannlicher Bolt Action Rifle 311 Savage Fox A Grade Double Ejectorgun 319 Savage Model 1899 Leader Grade Short Rifle, Factory Engraved 21 Savage Model 1899 Victor Grade Lever Action Takedown Rifle Factory Engraved 63 Savage Model 1907 Semi-Auto Pistol With Portuguese Box 448 Savage Model 99 DE Citation Grade Factory Engraved Rifle 22 Savage Model 99 PE Factory Engraved Presentation Grade Rifle 22 Savage Revolving Firearms Co. Navy Model Percussion Revolver 23 Scagel Large Camp Knife 90 Scottish Snap Action Round Body Sidelock Double Shotgun by Mortimer & Son 250 Sempert & Krieghoff Pre-War Neptun Standard Drilling 139 Sempert & Krieghoff Pre-War Sidelock Drilling 142 Sempert & Krieghoff Trumpf-Primus Drilling 166 Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 Navy Carbines 284, 382 Sharps & Hankins Model 3A Pepperbox Pistol 274 Sharps & Hankins-Style Long-Barreled Single Shot Pistol 429 Sharps Borchardt Model 1878 Rifles 74, 75 Sharps Model 1B Pepperbox Pistol 445 Sharps New Model Cartridge-Converted Carbines 183, 360 Sheffield Bowie by Mappin & Brothers 91 Siegfried Gunther “Triumpf” Scalloped Boxlock Over Under Shotgun 369 Sig P210 Luxus Grade Engraved & Gold Inlaid Pistol with Case 159 Sig Sauer Custom Works P320 Xcompact Spectre Semi-Auto Pistol 372 Sig Sauer P210 Legend Semi-Auto Pistol 309 Sig Sauer P320 Spectre Comp Blackout Semi-Auto Pistol 372 Sigarms Model 556 Classic 17 Semi-Auto Rifle 371 Simson Zedlitz B Scalloped Boxlock Over Under Shotgun 407 SKB Model 200 Scalloped Boxlock Double Shotgun 437 Smith & Wesson "The .357 Magnum 50th Year Anniversary Commemorative" Revolver 370 Smith & Wesson 22/32 Heavy Frame Target Hand Ejector Revolvers 236, 259, 334, 351 Smith & Wesson 22/32 Kit Gun Hand Ejector Revolvers 260, 268 Smith & Wesson 32 Double Action Revolvers 35, 36, 316, 392, 397, 398, 399, 400, 439, 440, 441 Smith & Wesson 32 Safety Hammerless Revolver, Factory Engraved 266 Smith & Wesson 32 Safety Hammerless Revolvers 35, 317, 361, 362, 397, 441 Smith & Wesson 357 Magnum Hand Ejector Revolvers 234, 235, 268 Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action Revolver, Engraved 348 Smith & Wesson 38 Double Action Revolvers 262, 355,361, 398, 399, 440, 455 Smith & Wesson 38 First Model Baby Russian Revolver, Factory Cased 8 Smith & Wesson 38 Regulation Police Hand Ejector Revolver 236 Smith & Wesson 38 Safety Hammerless Revolvers 10, 36, 262, 316, 336, 362, 363, 368, 440, 451, 456 Smith & Wesson 38 Safety Hammerless Revolver, Silver-Plated & Engraved 278 Smith & Wesson 38 Single Action Revolvers 267, 326, 327, 375, 418, 419 Smith & Wesson 38/44 Heavy Duty Hand Ejector Revolver 261 Smith & Wesson 38/44 Outdoorsman Hand Ejector Revolvers 329, 350, 404 Smith & Wesson 44 Double Action Frontier Revolver, New York Engraved 19 Smith & Wesson 44 Magnum Hand Ejector Revolvers 328, 382 Smith & Wesson Australian New Model No. 3 Revolversl 97, 150 Smith & Wesson Chiefs Special Hand Ejector Revolver 350 Smith & Wesson Engraved Model 686-6 Distinguished Combat Magnum Revolver 446 Smith & Wesson First Model 32 Safety Hammerless Revolver 419 Smith & Wesson First Model 44 Hand Ejector Target Revolver 236

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CATALOG INDEX Smith & Wesson First Model Ladysmith DA Revolvers 6, 89, 268 Smith & Wesson First Model Single Shot Target Pistols 260, 261, 335, 353 Smith & Wesson K-22 Masterpiece Hand Ejector Revolvers 390, 411, 430, 431 Smith & Wesson K-22 Outdoorsman Hand Ejector Revolvers 308, 350 Smith & Wesson K-38 Combat Masterpiece Hand Ejector Revolver 431 Smith & Wesson Model 13-1 Double Action Revolver 432 Smith & Wesson Model 15-4 K-38 Combat Masterpiece Revolver With A Unique Background 407 Smith & Wesson Model 17 Double Action Revolvers 431, 448 Smith & Wesson Model 1899 Revolver, Oscar Young Engraved 213 Smith & Wesson Model 19 Double Action Revolvers 345, 350, 408 Smith & Wesson Model 1903 32 Hand Ejector Revolvers 354, 391 Smith & Wesson Model 1905 Military & Police 32-20 Hand Ejector Target Revolver 350 Smith & Wesson Model 1905 Military & Police Hand Ejector Revolvers 352, 447 Smith & Wesson Model 1905 Military & Police Target Hand Ejector Revolver 329 Smith & Wesson Model 1913 Semi-Auto Pistols 372, 390 Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Texas Ranger Commemorative Revolver Set 343 Smith & Wesson Model 1955 Heavy Barrel Target Hand Ejector Revolver 333 Smith & Wesson Model 25-2 Double Action Revolvers 387, 404 Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 Double Action Revolvers 343, 344, 348 Smith & Wesson Model 29 Double Action Revolvers 233, 234, 328, 343, 389, 435 Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Double Action Revolver, Factory Engraved 234 Smith & Wesson Model 329PD Air Lite Double Action Revolver 388 Smith & Wesson Model 34 Double Action Revolvers 408, 431, 432, 443 Smith & Wesson Model 37-2 Double Action Revolver 446 Smith & Wesson Model 38 “Two Tone” Airweight Bodyguard Double Action Revolver 354 Smith & Wesson Model 39 Semi-Auto Pistol 391, 443 Smith & Wesson Model 41 Semi-Auto Pistols 388, 390, 394, 430 Smith & Wesson Model 51 Double Action Revolvers 262, 387 Smith & Wesson Model 52-2 Semi-Auto Pistol 430 Smith & Wesson Model 53 Double Action Revolvers 308, 351 Smith & Wesson Model 57 Double Action Revolvers 235, 308, 371 Smith & Wesson Model 629 Revolvers 446, 449 Smith & Wesson Model 66-3 “Critical Moment” From The Twelve Series Of Double Action Revolvers 373 Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 “Target” Revolver with Very Rare Spare 38 S&W Cylinder 20 Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Revolvers 18, 19 Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Shoulder Stocks with Original Box 296 Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver with Extra Barrel & Cylinder 19 Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Target Revolver with Stock 97 Smith & Wesson No. 1 1/2 Revolvers, New York-Engraved 123, 325 Smith & Wesson No. 1 1/2 Second Issue Revolvers 10, 122, 300, 325, 326, 399 Smith & Wesson No. 1 1/2 Single Action Revolvers 316, 326, 335 Smith & Wesson Collectible Ammunition 127, 129 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second Issue Revolver with Gutta-Percha Case, Engraved & Silver-Plated 279 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second Issue Revolver, Cased 96 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver Gustave Young Engraved 86 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver with Short Barrel 288 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver, New York-Engraved 267 Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolvers 266, 284, 288, 296, 326, 327, 364, 378, 419 Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Army Revolver 435 Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Oil Hole Revolver 48 Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Revolver with Updated Latch 177 Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model Russian Revolvers 172, 210, 212 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model American Revolver with 7” Barrel 48 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model American Revolvers 134, 174 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model American Rimfire Revolver Cased & Nimschke Engraved 190 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model American with 6 1/2” Barrel 50 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Revolver 48 Smith & Wesson No. 3 Third Model Russian Commercial Revolver 122 Smith & Wesson Perfected Model Revolver 362 Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum Hand Ejector Revolver with King Gun Sight Company Upgrades 235 Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum Revolver Alvin White Master Engraved & Gold Inlaid 153 Smith & Wesson Second Model 32 Double Action Revolver, Engraved 386 Smith & Wesson Second Model Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers 89, 317, 296, 400 Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Action Revolver 392 Smith & Wesson Second Model Single Shot Target Pistols 261, 335, 353, 444 Smith & Wesson Second Model Transitional Single Shot Pistol 335 Smith & Wesson Special Order New Model No. 3 Target Revolver 212

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Smith & Wesson Third Model 32 Hand Ejector Revolvers 352, 355 Smith & Wesson Third Model Ladysmith Double Action Revolvers 7, 284, 295, 317, 400 Smith & Wesson Third Model Perfected Single Shot Target Pistol 352 Smith & Wesson U.S. Navy Contract Victory Model Revolver 438 Sneider Arms Co. Ring Trigger Rifle 285 Spanish Copies of a Sharps Four-Barrel Pepperbox 428 Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine by Burnside Rifle Co. 275 Springfield Armory Inc. M1A Socom Semi-Auto Carbine 366 Springfield Armory Model 1868 Officers Model Trapdoor Rifle 304 Springfield Armory Model 1903 NRA Sporter Bolt Action Rifle 44 Standard Manufacturing DP-12 Slide Action Double Shotguns 427, 428 Star Arms Co. Model 1858 Double Action Percussion Revolver 403 Star Model B Semi-Auto Pistol 377 Stephen Grant Underlever Double Hammer Rifle with Crossover Stock Made For The Duke of Leeds 104 Stevens Favorite Single Shot Rifle 437 Stevens Ideal Model 54 Schuetzen Special Two Barrel Set Rifle On 44 1/2 Action 124 Stevens Ideal No. 45 Range Model Single Shot Rifle 286 Stevens No. 35 Offhand Target Single Shot Pistol 432 Stevens Pope Model 52 Schuetzen Junior Rifle On 44 1/2 Action 155 Stevens-Conlin No. 38 Second Issue Single Shot Pistol 418 Stevens-Gould No. 37 Single Shot Pistol 418 Stevens-Pope Custom Muzzleloading Schuetzen Rifle On No. 44 1/2 Action 238 Stevens-Ross Marlin Ballard Muzzle Loading Target Rifle 49 Steyr Mannlicher Schoenauer Model 1903 Bolt Action Carbine 418 Steyr Scout Bolt Action Rifle 342 Strong Firearms Breechloading Signal Cannons 269 Swedish AG-42B Ljungman Semi-Auto Rifle by Carl Gustafs 330 Swiss Fullstock Heavy Percussion Schuetzen Rifles 230, 263 Swiss Martini Schuetzen Rifle by M. Brunner 299 Swiss Military Model 1906 Luger Pistol by DWM 117 Swiss Model 1900 Luger Pistols by DWM 82, 84 Swiss Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifle by Schlaepfer 300 Swords Presented Colonel Edwin D. Metcalf Rhode Island 3rd Heavy Artillery 199 System Kessler Martini Schuetzen Rifle Retailed by Andreas Lang 62 System Meffert Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle with Dusel Retailer Marking 157 T.J. Stafford Single Shot Deringer 456 Takedown Marlin Ballard Schoyen Muzzle Loading Schuetzen Rifle Cased 26 Tipping & Lawden Pepperboxes 24, 25, 253, 254 Turkish Contract Smith & Wesson No. 3 Second Model Russian Rimfire Revolver 151 Turkish Peabody-Martini Type B Rifle by Providence Tool Co. 301 U.M.C. Framed Cartridge Display Board From The “Shiff The Gunman” Collection 128 U.S Model 1863 Zouave Percussion Rifle by Remington 294 U.S. Civil War Non-Regulation Foot Officer’s Sword by Horster Attributed To Capt. William D Taylor 443 U.S. Colt Model 1851 Navy-Navy Cartridge Converted Revolver 189 U.S. Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers 11, 23 U.S. Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Auto Pistol 156 U.S. M1 Carbines 314, 330, 331, 337, 344, 357, 374, 376, 392 U.S. M1 Garand “Win-13” Rifle by Winchester 43 U.S. M1 Garand Rifles 211, 313, 329, 330, 336, 356, 373, 376, 377, 392, 412 U.S. M1A1 Paratrooper-Style Carbine by Underwood 344 U.S. M1D Garand Sniper Rifles by Springfield Armory 42, 247 U.S. Marked Remington Model 40-X Bolt Action Target Rifles 457 U.S. Model 1803 Flintlock Rifle by Harpers Ferry 267 U.S. Model 1816 Boarding Pike 417 U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket by Harpers Ferry 422 U.S. Model 1822 Contract Flintlock Musket by Whitney 455 U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol by Johnson 271 U.S. Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber by Hortsmann 417 U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Pistols 271, 272 U.S. Model 1851 Percussion Cadet Musket by Springfield Armory 422 U.S. Model 1852 Naval Officer’s Sword With Presentation 416 U.S. Model 1858 Cadet Percussion Rifle-Musket by Springfield Armory 241 U.S. Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber by Mansfield & Lamb 417 U.S. Model 1861 Percussion Rifle Muskets 422, 423, 455 U.S. Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory 423 U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifles by Springfield Armory 294, 455 U.S. Model 1880 Hunting Knife & 45/70 Cartridge Belt 413

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CATALOG INDEX U.S. Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory 422 U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Carbine by Springfield Armory 198 U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 201 U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifles 43, 457 U.S. Model 1903A3 Bolt Action Rifles 198, 424, 450 U.S. Model 1903-A4 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Remington 43 U.S. Model 1911 National Match “Transitional” Semi-Auto Pistol 102 U.S. Model 1911 Navy Contract Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 220 U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistols by Colt 247, 261, 292, 349, 352, 360, 377 U.S. Model 1911 X-Prefix Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 292 U.S. Model 1911A1 “British Lend-Lease” Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington Rand 246 U.S. Model 1911A1 “Commercial Swartz Safety Delete” Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 102 U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Union Switch & Signal 103 U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Colt 101, 220, 292, 314 U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Ithaca 220, 315 U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Remington Rand 247, 314, 351 U.S. Model 1913 Cavalry Sword by Landers, Frary & Clark 441 U.S. Model 1917 Double Action Revolver by Smith & Wesson 329 U.S. Model 1917 Enfield Bolt Action Rifles 209, 432, 450 U.S. Model 97 Slide Action Trench Shotgun by Winchester 209 U.S. Navy Model 1861 Dahlgren Bayonet 200 U.S. Smith & Wesson No. 3 First Model American Oil Hole Revolver 67 U.S.R.A. Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Rifle 383 Union Armera Model 215 Sidelock Double Ejectorgun 319 United States Fire Arms Single Action Army Revolvers, Consecutively Numbered 323 Unmarked Club Butt “Buccaneer” Long Fowler 228 Unmarked German System Kessler Martini Schuetzen Rifle 257 Unmarked Germanic Flintlock Horse Pistol 301 USGI-Captured German Percussion Double Fowler by I.L. Dotter 215 USMC Lieutenant Colonel James G. Kelly Grouping 197 USMC-Marked Harrington & Richardson MC-58 Reising Semi-Auto Rifle 209 Vietnam War Kia USAF Major Carl R. Dice Grouping 414 Vietnam War Special Forces Master Sgt. Uniform Grouping 194 Volquartsen Ultralite Semi-Auto Rifle 400 Von Lengerke & Detmold Sideplated Double Ejectorgun by Francotte 161 W. Collath Dural Frame Underlever Bockbuchsflinte Combination Gun 276 W. Collath Underlever Double Shotgun 379 W. Collath Underlever Stalking Rifle 256 W. Palmer Jones Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 426 W.C. Scott & Son Crystal Indicator Sidelock Double Shotgun 248 Walther Model GSP Semi-Auto 22 Lr Conversion Unit 445 Walther Model GSP Target Semi-Auto Pistol 371 Walther Party Leader PPK Semi-Auto Pistol with Holster & Belt Rig 203 Walther PP Dural Frame Semi-Auto Pistol 291 Walther PPK Semi-Auto Pistols 340, 421 Walther RZM-Marked PPK Semi-Auto Pistol 421 Weatherby Sporting Rifles 332, 365, 366, 401 Webley & Scott Model 712 Boxlock Double Ejectorguns 407 Webley & Scott Model 901 Over Under Shotgun 185 Wesson & Harrington No. 3 Single Action Pocket Revolver With Box, Engraved 340 Westley Richards 1871 Patent Martini Express Rifle 139 Westley Richards Bar-In-Wood Pinfire Double Hammerguns 299, 452 Westley Richards Boxlock Double Shotguns 105, 108 Westley Richards Scalloped Action Hand Detachable Droplock Double Ejectorgun 165 Wilfred Ellis Reising 9mm Semi-Auto Carbine 224 William Cashmore Boxlock Double Ejectorgun with Kirkwood Bros. Marking 126 William Evans London Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 179 Wilson Combat CQB Semi-Auto Pistol 308 Winchester Collectible Ammunition 129, 130 Winchester Collectem Cartridge Board 404 Winchester Factory Display U.S. M1 Garand Rifle with Winchester M1 Bayonet 207 Winchester Model 12 Pigeon Grade Shotgun, Engraved and Gold Inlaid 126 Winchester Model 12 Tournament Grade Slide Action Shotgun Two Barrel Set 289 Winchester Model 1873 Trapper Carbine 77 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Deluxe Schuetzen Rifle 28 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Deluxe Schuetzen Rifle with Matted Barrel 239 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Deluxe Takedown Sporting Rifle by James Lowe 116

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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Express Rifle with Huey Gun Case, Engraved 117 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Rifles 6, 225 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Takedown Schuetzen Rifle 170 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Target Rifle by W. J. Hauck 225 Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle 98 Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle In Rare 38-70 WCF Engraved & Gold-Inlaid 152 Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle, Engraved 173 Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Takedown Rifle In 50 Express 227 Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifles 99, 434 Winchester Model 1886 Saddle Ring Carbine ID’d to Col. A.T. Babbitt, Wyoming Stock Growers Association 226 Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun 249 Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle 358 Winchester Model 1892 Trapper Carbine 76, 146 Winchester Model 1894 Carbine Belonging to Actress Victoria Mix, Wife of Cowboy Actor Tom Mix 251 Winchester Model 1894 First Model Lever Action Rifle 77 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifles 75, 80, 228, 283, 290, 360, 420 Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbines 297, 434 Winchester Model 1894 Trapper Carbine 76 Winchester Model 1897 Black Diamond Trap Shotgun 303 Winchester Model 21 Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 80 Winchester Model 23 Classic Boxlock Double Ejectorgun 218 Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotguns 54, 55, 359, 437 Winchester Model 52B Bolt Action Rifles 451, 456 Winchester Model 52C Sporter Bolt Action Rifle 188 Winchester Model 55 Takedown Lever Action Rifle 433 Winchester Model 61 Slide Action Rifles 6, 324, 338, 403 Winchester Model 62A Slide Action Rifle 324, 403 Winchester Model 65 Lever Action Rifle 16 Winchester Model 70 Cabela’s Limited Edition Super Grade Featherweight Rifle 332 Winchester Model 70 Classic Super Express by Ken Warren, Engraved 187 Winchester Model 70 Safari Express Left Hand Rifles 357, 367 Winchester Model 71 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle 286 Winchester Model 88 Lever Action Rifle 395 Winchester Model 90 Slide-Action Rifle 439 Winchester Model 92 Saddle Ring Carbine 251 Winchester Model 92 Saddle Ring Carbine with Mail Order-Proofed Receiver 146 Winchester Model 94 Saddle Ring Carbine 358 Winchester Model 9422 XTR Lever Action Rifle 425 Winchester Model 94AE Lever Action Rifle 377 Winchester Model 98 Breechloading Salute Cannon 436 Winchester Pope Model 1885 High Wall Muzzle Loading Schuetzen Rifle 148 Winchester Pre ’64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifles 394, 402, 437 Winchester Special Order Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle 338 Winchester Special Order Model 1892 Lever Action Takedown Rifles 394, 433 Winchester Special Order Model 1894 Takedown Rifles 101, 323 Winchester Special Order Model 92 Lever Action Short Rifle 101 Winchester Special Order Model 94 Lever Action Takedown Rifle 283 Winchester Special Order Model 94 Takedown Rifle 323 Winchester-Stevens-Pope Custom Muzzle Loading High Wall Schuetzen Rifle 114 Wisconsin Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifle by Meunier 266 WWI Artillery Projectile Fuse Cutaway Display 201 WWI U.S. Army Major Alvin I. Moriarty Grouping 414 WWII Chaplain Charles A. Earle Grouping 195 WWII German Kia Fallschirmjäger Unteroffizier Heinz Jantosch Grouping 193 WWII German Uniform Sleeve Badge Grouping 413 WWII U.S. Army Artillery Captain John P. Downing Uniform Grouping 195 WWII U.S. Army S/Sgt. Alix Uniform Grouping 413 WWII USAAF T/Sgt. Robert G. Talley of The 445th Bomb Group 703rd Bomb Squadron Grouping 194

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