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PeterTheCollectionDeRose
Peter was born in Amherst, Massachusetts in 1939, the son of Charles Nathan DeRose and Cora Elizabeth Farmer DeRose. After graduating from Northampton High School, Peter attended both MIT and the University of Vermont and graduated in 1958 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in physics. His main extracurricular activity while in college, which he very much enjoyed, was as a member of the debate team.
After a year of graduate study in physics at UVM, he took a job at Lawrence Livermore National Labs, and later joined Systems Engineering Corporation in New Orleans, designing, building, and installing communications and research systems for the Army, Navy, NASA, and other government agencies.
After two years in Louisiana, he returned to Northampton and joined the family newspaper business, the Daily Hampshire Gazette. His role initially was as an engineer to install new computers and offset printing systems. Peter's understanding of technology was a great asset to the company. The Hampshire Gazette is one of the oldest daily newspapers in the country, being first published in 1786. The DeRose family came to own the Gazette when it was purchased by Peter's grandmother, Harriett Williams DeRose. Harriett was the company's business manager and when the opportunity arose, she purchased the business in 1929, becoming one of the first women newspaper publishers in the United States.
The business was later passed on to Peter's father Charles Nathan DeRose, and upon his death in 1970 Peter and his brother Charles Wheeler DeRose became co-publishers of the Gazette. The brothers ran the newspaper together until Charlie's retirement in 1999, at which time Peter became the sole publisher, a title he retained until the Gazette was sold in 2005.
Peter's collecting began in the 1960's and he had become good friends with Smith & Wesson historian, Roy Jinks. Roy and his wife Jean were the ones who introduced Peter to his future wife Florence, who happened to be Jean's sister. In 1986, Peter married Florence, with whom he shared an interest in history, art, and in the design and operation of museums. In 2008, they designed, wrote the program, selected artifacts and wrote the gallery texts for the gallery on the History of Arms Making in the Pioneer Valley, at the Museum of Springfield History. The new museum opened in Springfield in 2009.
Peter's community involvement also included the Hampshire Regional YMCA, where he served as pres ident and director, chairing the Ryan Road School Building Committee, membership in the North ampton Rotary Club, and board memberships with the Springfield Symphony and the Newspaper Publishers' Association.
Peter had a tremendous interest in history and all things mechanical. He was a highly educated and intelligent individual being a member of Mensa. His collecting interests within the gun fraternity were primarily Smith & Wesson and Springfield Armory pro duced arms. Residing in such close proximity to both of those entities and with the luxury of having such a close relationship with Roy Jinks, Peter was able to acquire some of the very finest examples of both Smith & Wesson and Springfield arms. Being a mechanical mind, Peter was fascinated with the development of arms and had many experimental, prototype and toolroom guns along with production examples. His collection included over 1300 Smith & Wesson arms along with 300 arms from Springfield Armory.
He was a member of the American Society of Arms Collectors, board member of the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation, board member and former Vice President and President of the Smith & Wesson Collectors Association. Peter wasn't merely a member in these organizations, he was a very active participant in these organizations. In the S&WCA he wrote articles for the Journal, took over the printing of the Journal and acted as its editor for a period of time. His displays won numerous awards over the years, always carefully designed, very informative and of course, teeming with fabulous collectibles.
Amoskeag is honored to have been chosen by Peter's family to bring his immense and fine col lection to market. The collection will be sold over the course of several sales.
Peter DeRose • 1939 - 2024
Alan Gaines was born in 1942 in Manhattan. During his childhood he developed what would become a lifelong interest in history, especially the American frontier and pirate history. He acquired his first antique firearm at the age of 13, a well-used Winchester model 1873 saddle ring carbine. Soon after its acquisition, the '73 carbine was used to finance a pair of flintlock pirate pistols. They didn’t last long before he became interested in a Philadelphia deringer, then a Sharps percussion carbine, then Revolutionary War muskets, and so it went turning one item into another. Robert Abels the famous early New York City dealer in antique arms showed considerable patience putting up with Alan’s collecting merry-go-round. Alan and Bob Abels remained friends into the late 1970s. Alan met and fostered friendships with other well-known (now famous) antique arms dealers in those early days, Glode Requa, Jack Malloy, and other good dealers in the area teaching him it was better to have one fine example of a particular arm than a number of lesser items.
As an inquisitive young collector, Alan found some paper cartridges at the famous Phillip Medicus ammunition store in lower Manhattan for his Sharps carbine. After using the paper cartridges in his Sharps carbine at the range, he decided he wanted to collect Sharps rifles and managed over time to acquire a nice grouping of Sharps arms. Unfortunately, frontier models were not easily available on the East Coast which resulted in Alan broadening his interest to include Winchesters, Kentucky rifles, and percussion Colts of the type a teenager in the 1950s could save up to acquire. Shooting original early flintlock and cartridge arms was exciting for Alan and he learned how to hand load cartridges and correctly load patched balls in a Kentucky rifle. Alan was fortunate to have a mentor, an older collector/shooter, who helped him and accompanied him to antique arms shows. From the late 1950s to the middle 1970s the annual Baltimore Gun Show was a major yearly destination. In those days, both experienced antique arms collectors and good dealers, were pleased to provide information and instruction to young collectors. Alan learned much from these conversations and fostered friendships that lasted a lifetime.
Alan achieved success as a young marine etching artist during the 1970s in New York City having work commissioned by large corporations such as the Franklin Mint and American Express Company. In 1975 Alan met the love of his life, Amy, who would become the center of his world. They would later marry, move to Rhode Island and start an antique business, A & A Gaines Antiques in Newport. Alan and Amy were true partners in life, they were one of the rare couples who could run a business together, raise a daughter together, foster a loving and healthy marriage and do it all with grace. They shared a dry sense of humor and time spent with them was always interesting and entertaining. Alan lost Amy in the fall of 2022, and as one would expect, he had trouble adjusting to life without Amy.
In addition to being a loving husband and immensely proud and supportive father, Alan had a very strong connection to the many fine arms in his collection. We have sold guns for Alan in the past and it was always an emotional struggle for him to part with any of his guns. At his daughter's suggestion, Alan began cataloging his collection and organizing his records, research and notes on his many fine pieces which is where much of the provenance listed in the descriptions is derived. He managed to catalog about half of the collection before his own health issues ensued. Alan passed away, at his home, in November of 2024. I have enjoyed many hours in Alan's gun room listening to his stories of the old days when he was a young collector in the shops of the famous old-time dealers in and around New England and New York. He had an opinion of everyone, and he never shied away from expressing his disdain for other young collectors, more well-heeled than he, who could afford the items that he desired but perhaps could not afford as easily. I learned much from him not only about guns but also about life, shared many laughs with him and will miss his friendship, wit and knowledge.
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].
Dr. Robert Davis Collection
Alan Gaines • 1942 - 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 As sociation 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].
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James “Jim” Thrash • 1946 - 2024
1. FINE FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON NEW MODEL NO. 1 SMOOT REVOLVER
serial #509, 30 RF, 2 13/16" ribbed octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely little revolver is tastefully engraved and shows an attractive two-tone nickel and gold finish. The frame show nice loose scroll en graving without shading with simple intertwined border accents. The cylinder shows the same intertwined accent work between each flute. The condition of the revolver is excellent with the
shows nearly all of its lightly faded original color case hardened finish. The revolver is equipped with a pair of smooth ivory grips which fit and rate excellent. Mechanics are crisp. An attractive and very high condition little engraved Smoot revolver. (1B11886-10) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
FINE EARLY PRODUCTION REMINGTON-SMOOT NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER IN SCARCE BLUED FINISH
serial #9220, 38 CF, 3 3/4" octagon barrel with a bright shiny bore. This is the early variation with a birdshead butt and octagon barrel without rib. The barrel shows proper address with the initial "E" poorly struck as the first letter of the address - the balance is clear and legible. The vast majority of the Smoot line was finished in nickel with examples showing this much bright original blue being rare. The metal surfaces of the revolver retain about 90% bright original blue finish with the majority of the loss being on the lower section of the frame due to flaking where exposed metal bears a pleasing smooth brown patina. There is thinning on the back-
there is some finish loss which left some fine pitting behind. The cylinder shows typical light flaking but still shows perhaps 70% original blue. The revolver is equipped with its original smooth ivory or bone grips which rate excellent other than the common small crack at the top front edge of each panel. Mechanics are crisp. A fine and scarce variant of the Remington Smoot. (1B11886-1) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
3. CASED & ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER
rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish showing one tiny flake at the toe of the left panel. The right panel is stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number while the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit shows a little play and the action seems to function normally. The revolver includes an attractive period rosewood veneer case that remains in very fine condition showing a few small repairs to the base corners and bottom panel otherwise showing nice figure. The interior is lined in red velvet that shows some mild fading and a few small torn areas. The case contains a full complement of antique cartridges in the block and a simple steel cleaning rod. (13B11730-40) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #94799, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a fair bore showing moderate old oxidation and good rifling. This revolver is embellished with some very attractive period New York-style engraving featuring finely detailed foliate scrollwork with punch-dot background shading, crosshatched areas and the sides of the frame with a nice crosshatched diamond whose points terminate in nice scrollwork. The cylinder circumference alternates between a foliate flourish and large starburst. The barrel and frame retain about 90% period silver finish with some flaked areas toning to gray-brown along the sides of the barrel and the silver with a lovely untouched dark tarnish. The cylinder has mostly flaked to gray-brown patina showing a little pinprick pitting and the trigger and hammer retain what appears to be generous gold wash over the silver. The smooth
REVOLVER WITH PIPE CASE
serial #40938, 22 RF, 3 3/16” round barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing a few small areas of old oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This lovely revolver features fine quality period New Yorkstyle engraving with clean detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading, light bordering and shields in the center of
appears to have been gold-washed over silver. The cylinder shows an old cleaning and is mostly pewter gunmetal with some remnants of silver and light pitting. The hammer has also been polished bright and all markings and the engraving remain crisp. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in near excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and a little subtle discoloration along the edges, the in teriors of both scratched with a “III”. The barrel and cylinder match the frame by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function normally. The revolver includes a very nice period green leather-covered pipe case that shows some light flaking and edge wear along the exterior. The interior is lined in purple silk along the lid and blue velvet along the base showing some slightly faded areas. (13B11730-60) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
5. INTERESTING CASED SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL WON BY E.E. PATRIDGE
serial #13981, 22 LR, 10” barrels with bright excellent bores. This interesting pistol is a modified First Model, retaining the frame cutouts for the bolt and hand as-expected but the record shield was cut back to just a slight lip on either side, no doubt by Smith & Wesson themselves. The pistol wears a fine set of smooth antique ivory grips, the left neatly inscribed “Presented by Smith & Wesson / N.E.S.A. / 1898 / Won by E.E. Patridge”. American sportsman Eugene E. Patridge developed his eponymous wide square blade sight around this time and both of the barrels of this pistol are of course fitted with them. An article from 1899 details the June Massachusetts Rifle Association shoot at Walnut Hill during which Patridge scored a 97, 95 and 96 at the 50 yard pistol match using a “Smith & Wesson pistol which has a trigger pull of 2 1/2 pounds”, very possibly this gun itself! The currently installed barrel retains about 85% original bright blue showing some scattered flaking to gray-brown patina, a few tiny dings and oxidation speckles. The frame and spare barrel retain about 98% factory refurbished blue showing some light handling marks and the barrel with some remnants of light pitting under the finish for 2 1/2” back from the muzzle. The left inside frame shows factory rework date of August 1923 and the spare barrel also shows a factory rework mark. Both sets of barrels and latches are numbered to the frame. The hammer retains fine case-hardened colors, the triggerguard is a nice smoky patina and the trigger is finely checkered. The ivory grips are also in near excellent condition showing a few scattered areas of mild crackling with a mellow patina and nice striations overall. The presentation on the left side remains crisp and the included original leather-covered case with double latch catches remains in fine condition with some overall flaking along the exterior. The interior is lined in fine tan suede and French-fitted for just the revolver and a cleaning rod (not the spare barrel) and shows one small tear on the lid lining. This is a fine cased set owned by a well-known period American shooter whose sights are still used to this day. (13C11730-178) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
6.
FINE MARLIN MODEL 1881 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #12452, 45-70, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. This heavy frame rifle is in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel and magazine retain 93 - 95% original blue with most loss on the high edges. The action shows 95% strong original blue finish overall with a few scattered patches of light oxidation staining and some faint striations which shows a smooth brown patina. There are some tool marks on the upper left side of frame adjacent to the bolt, on the forward section of bolt and the screw hole at the rear of the bolt shows some damage around the periphery which is opened up from its original size. The hammer and lever show a good deal of original color case hardened finish. The plain English walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with the normal, expected light handling marks. The rifle is sighted with open sporting rear barrel sight, German silver
faded color case hardened finish while the buttplate is a gray patina with some scattered oxidation present. A handsome Marlin rifle. (1D1187452) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (2000/3000)
7. MARLIN MODEL 1881 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #20769, 38-55, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent bore which shows a few small patches of light pitting. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% original blue finish overall with most loss confined to the high edges and with some thinning on the magazine tube. The action shows 90% plus bright original blue with loss due to some even light flaking. The right side of the action shows a scratch just ahead of the trigger running diagonally up the side of the action. The hammer and lever retain most of their faded original color case hardened finish. The plain buttstock and forend appear to be of English walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and show numerous light handling marks on the left side, most are impressions that do not break the surface of the finish. The crescent buttplate and nosecap show a mottled gray patina with some faded colors visible. The rifle is sighted with sporting rear and Rocky Mountain front sights. The German silver Rocky Mountain blade appears to have been shortened up somewhat during the period of use. A very nice example of these fine quality Marlin rifles. (1C11874-53) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (2000/3
ACTION SPORTING RIFLE
serial #1091, 45-70, 28" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. This is a very nice example of these scarce American lever guns. The barrel and top tang show proper markings which remain clear and legible although unevenly struck. The barrel and magazine retain about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish overall with most loss being on the high edges and just some light overall thinning. There is an area on the left side of the magazine tube that shows some patches of light pitting and flaking but this is not overly obtrusive. The action shows 93% plus bright original blue with most loss on the high edges and due to some scattered light abrasions in the finish. The plain walnut stocks rate very good as cleaned and refinished - they still fit nicely to the action but the crescent buttplate is proud of the wood in areas. The forend shows a couple of old tight cracks at the action running 2 - 3 inches in length. The forend seems to remain sound with cracks not moving or flexing. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear and German silver Rocky Mountain front sights. The nosecap is equipped with a sling swivel base, there is no provision for a rear swivel. A good solid Whitney-Burgess-Morse rifle. (1C11874-54) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #151702, 303 Savage, 20" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this beautiful little carbine retains about 98% strong original blue finish. The action shows 97% brilliant original blue finish with only loss due to the halo from the saddle ring making contact with the action. The lever shows 95% original color case hardened finish while the steel carbine buttplate shows about 85% original blue with loss only on the contact points of the heel and toe. The walnut stocks rate excellent showing 98% original finish with just a few scattered light handling marks and one more notable scratch down the right side from the cheek onto the wrist. The carbine is equipped with its original beaded blade front and sporting rear sights. The gun comes with a 1994 dated factory letter from Roe Clark confirming the configuration and showing shipment on March 14, 1914 to Sim mons Hardware in St. Louis. A sweetheart of an 1899 carbine for the Savage collector. (1C1187433) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
10. LOVELY SMITH & WESSON 32 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL MADE FOR HAROLD WESSON
serial #837, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This interesting dual tone pistol was made for company president Harold Wesson in 1930 and remains in excellent condition retaining about 99% original bright nickel and blue finishes showing just some sparsely scattered light handling marks. The top of the slide and the slide serrations have been given a nice matted treatment and all markings remain strong, the backstrap neatly engraved with Mr. Wesson’s name. The pistol was fitted by the factory with smooth ivory grips that bear gold S&W medallions and scrimshawed initials “H.W.” on both. The grips rate excellent showing a mellow patina and nice grain and one original magazine is included. The included factory letter indicates the pistol was delivered as-described to Harold Wesson on March 21, 1930 and, as was standard company procedure for Wesson family arms, was built utilizing rejected parts. The pistol was assembled by service department foreman Charlie Call and the letter also notes that the company records instructed to not finish another one of this model in nickel again due to problems fitting the parts with the thicker nickel plating. This is a rare opportunity to own a unique 32 Automatic with a direct connection to the Wesson family and company leadership. (13E11730-873) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (7000/9000)
11.
COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY
SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #41749, 38 ACP, 6" barrel with a good plus bore showing frosting in the grooves. This pistol is quite handsome in bright period nickel with smooth mother-of-pearl grips. The finish on this pistol was clearly applied early on as the markings and edges remain very crisp and the flat surfaces remaining very smooth and bright. The rampant Colt at left rear of slide remains clear and fully visible. The metal surfaces of the pistol show 97% of this beautiful nickel with just some very light bubbling on the right side of the frame, beneath the slide. All
comes in a leather Mexican double loop holster which remains in excellent condition with intact stitching and a nice untouched surface. Many guns used in Mexico were nickel plated not only for the excellent resistance to corrosion but also for their aesthetic appeal. A very handsome period nickel plated Colt 1902 pistol rig. (1B11874-115) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
12. COLT MODEL 1902 SPORTING SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #5025, 38 ACP, 6" barrel with a very good bore showing some light frosting in the grooves. This pistol is quite attractive in period nickel with ivory grips. This pistol is the more desirable variant with forward slide serrations. The metal surfaces of the pistol show 98% period nickel finish which has dulled slightly over time almost giving the ap pearance of silver plating. All markings remain clear and legible and surfaces very smooth and free of pitting. The circled rampant Colt on the left rear of slide remains clearly and fully visible. The hammer shows a good deal of original color case hardened finish while the trigger shows gen erous amounts of original fire blue. Small pins, screws and other components also show generous original fire blue. The ivory grip panels rate excellent with a pleasing, rich yellow patina and with one crack at the upper screw on the right panel. The pistol comes in a lightly tooled Mexican loop holster which is marked on loop "OLIVE / 326 CA". Many period nickel plated guns such as this were used in Mexico and are appealing to collectors who appreciate this rich history. A handsome and interesting early Colt pistol rig. (1B11874-113) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
equipped with a lovely pair of period smooth ivory grips which show a wonderful yellow age patina with just a couple age cracks visible in the butt. The grips fit nicely and appear to have been on this revolver since day one. The revolver comes in a nice lightly hand tooled leather California style Slim Jim holster which rates very good. The holster shows some light crazing but surfaces are generally very good and all the stitching remains intact. This is a very attractive set which has a great Southwestern frontier look and feel. (1C11874-79) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (6000/8000)
14. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY RICHARDS TYPE II "TRANSITIONAL" CONVERSION REVOLVER
serial #182263, 44 CF, 8" round barrel with a very good bright bore. This is a very handsome Richards conversion. This is the transitional conversion featuring the Richards style barrel and ejector but having the Richards-Mason style conversion plate and hammer. The condition is very nice with the barrel and cylinder ing about 65% original blue finish which is blending with a smooth brown patina in areas. There are a few areas with some which look to have been toned down with a bit of cold blue. The cylinder scene remains excellent being fully visible and very crisp. The frame shows some faded original color case hardened finish blending with a gray patina and with a couple small patches of light surface oxidation. The brass triggerguard shows a pleasing mellow patina. The revolver is fitted with a lovely set of period smooth ivory grips which are just a tad shy of the straps and have a wonderful mellow aged yellow patina with light age cracks visible on butt. This is a fine and handsome Colt Army cartridge converted revolver. (1B11874-65) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collec(2500/4000)
15. FINE ENGRAVED SILVER MOUNTED AND GOLD INLAID JOSEPH EGG OVER UNDER FLINTLOCK "BABY EGG" PISTOL
.41 caliber, 3" octagon barrels. These interesting and superbly crafted pistols were made in the early 1800's by the nephew of famed London maker Durs Egg. Because they are over under pistols the locks have no interior space to house the mainsprings so they feature external mainsprings that act as both the main and frizzen springs. The locks are very compact with sliding safeties, waterproof pans and roller frizzens. The locks are each engraved "JOSh EGG" and show very fine border engraving as well as some scroll on the beveled rear edge. The barrels are double gold banded with top barrel inlaid in gold "J. EGG * LONDON" and the bottom barrel being engraved "Piccadilly London". The buttcaps and triggerguards are of silver and are beautifully engraved in full coverage with slightly domed butts which are plain and act as monogram plates. The top of the slender wrist has a rectangular gold monogram plate which is unadorned. The condition of the pistol is very nice with the barrels retaining generous traces of original blue with the balance showing a pleasing smooth gray brown patina. All markings in metal remain clear and legible. The locks are a pleasing smooth gray brown patina with fine engraving on the cocks and frizzens. The silver triggerguard and buttcap show a nice tarnish with engraving remaining crisp and with a sunken "M" touchmark on the triggerguard. The walnut grip rates excellent showing a good deal of original finish with nice strong flat top checkering. A very fine example of these extremely fine and desirable "Baby Egg" pistols. (1D11730-1145) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/ 12,000)
subtle swamped muzzle. The stepped lockplate is flat with beveled edge and is very com pact. The lock features a sliding safety, swan neck cock, waterproof pan and a roller frizzen. The center of the lock is engraved "D. Egg" while the top of the barrel is in laid in gold "D. EGG LONDON". The breech is double gold banded with engraved tang and the touchhole is gold lined. The barrel is double key fastened, made without es cutcheons. The triggerguard is distinctly Egg with rounded front shank and angled rear with beautifully applied finger spur which guards an adjustable single set trigger. The triggerguard shows lovely engraving as does the rounded steel buttcap. The pistol has a simple washer around the single lock screw. The condition is very fine with the barre showing 95% original brown finish with strong damascus pattern its entire length. The lock and barrel tang show a very smooth and even gray patina blended with some original case hardening. The triggerguard and buttcap retain 90% plus bright original blue finish as does the tailpipe and ramrod thimble. The full length walnut stock has a beautifully checkered grip and the forend tip is of horn. The stock rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining exhibiting crisp edges and checkering. There is an oval gold monogram plate on the top of the wrist which is engraved with script initials "GL". The lock and set trigger function crisply. A very handsome and high condition pistol from this famed London maker. (1E11730-1122) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
17. EXTREMELY RARE & IMPORTANT WHITE STAR LINE WEBLEY MARK IV DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #119846, 45 ACP, 4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is a lovely revolver with an extremely desirable property marking “WHITE STAR LINE” neatly engraved along the frontstrap. The White Star Line was of course the famous British shipping line headquartered in Liverpool which operated the infamous RMS Titanic. We have identified two other White Star Line revolvers, both of which are held by institutions in the UK, one in the Royal Museum Greenwich serial #XXX324 and the other held by the Royal Armouries serial #125332, about which the Royal Armouries has made a full video. All three of these revolvers are identically marked along their frontstraps. The Royal Armouries revolver was retailed by W. Richards of Liv erpool while this revolver was retailed by Blissett & Son of Liverpool. It stands to reason that the White Star Line
and key at all times unless needed in an extraordinary emergency during which the captain, chief, first officer and second officer would be issued them. The revolvers were reportedly brandished on the Titanic on that fateful night in 1912. Other prominent ships included the RMS Olympic and the RMS Britannic, the latter of which operated as a hospital ship during the First World War before hitting a German sea mine and sinking on November 21, 1916. White Star Line became defunct in 1934 when they merged with Cunard. Unfortunately this revolver has had its cylinder shaved to accept 45 ACP on moon clips but otherwise remains in fine condition retaining about 92% original nickel finish with some scattered mild freckling and areas lightly flaking to a medium gunmetal patina. All original markings remain crisp and clear and the revolver does not bear any import marks or export proofs. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing one small crack forming along the top edge of the left panel and some other light handling marks. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The Titanic tragedy has captured the imagination of the world since 1915 and this important revolver no doubt served on one its sister ships or other company vessels. (13D11874-130) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (4000/6000)
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serial #140 / 510, 455 Webley, 5 3/4” barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some light pitting and oxi dation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a scarce low-production First Pattern revolver characterized by its lack of the familiar lever on the left side of the gun to open the action which would appear on the Second Pattern and then, in slightly modified form, on all later Webley re volvers. This pattern simply has a push-button on the left side, pressed to unlock the latch and open the action. The revolver has been nicely restored, probably in England or Australia, retaining perhaps 90% fine quality bright blue with some overall flaking to a deep gray patina under bright light along with a few remnants of pinprick pits here and there.
The hammer, trigger, and latch spring are polished bright while the screw heads show pale fire blue. The original markings are intact and strong showing Kaufmann number “140” on the right side of the frame and Webley number “510” on the inside flat of the barrel. The topstrap shows Australian retailer marking of W.E. Ekins in Adelaide. The checkered walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition showing a little added finish and some lightly chipped points. Barrel-toframe fit exhibits a little minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically. The revolver includes an original British oak case in lovely condition showing some light dings along the exterior. The interior is lined in blue baize and is devoid of a retailer label and the case contains a brass cleaning rod with jag attachment, glass oil bottle, rosewood handled turnscrew and 30 cartridges in the block. Only a few hundred First Pattern revolvers were manufactured. (13B11874-134) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
19. BRITISH CASED & RETAILED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER
serial #30249, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a mostly bright good bore showing scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with strong ri fling throughout. This revolver was cased and re tailed by J.H. Crane of London and retains about 65-70% original bright blue with scattered flaking and edge wear toning to a mild gray-brown pa tina particularly along the barrel along with some scattered old oxidation speckling and an area of thin scratches on the right side of the frame be hind the recoil shield. The hammer retains fine vi brant case-hardened colors while the triggerguard is a smoky case-hardened patina with some wisps of colors and the remaining small parts show remnants of dark gray oilquenched case-hardening. A number of the screw heads show some old slot and circumferential wear and the backstrap and heel of the grip frame have been non-factory modified during the period of use for affixing a should stock, the cut on the backstrap being through the frame. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the arm shows period London proof marks and backstrap neatly engraved with retailer markings “J.H. CRANE. 3. ROYAL. EXCHANGE. LONDON.”, part of “Exchange” defaced from the stock cutout. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition with some light dings and a set of semicircular marks from the stock along the back edges. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “537”. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action functions crisply. The original oak case remains in very fine condition with some light dings and handling marks along the exterior, the lock escutcheon lost to the years and the lid with a reeded edge un-engraved monogram plate. The interior is lined in green baize that shows some mild soiling and edge wear and the interior J.H. Crane lid label is very fine. The case contains a number of period accessories including glass oil bottle, tin of vintage Boxer primers, dual cavity bullet mould, case sizer, bullet seater, de-capping pin and a key. There is also a later heavy brass cleaning rod with jag attachment. A seldom seen British retailed Second Model American revolver. (13C11730-232) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
20. FABULOUS WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 FIRST MODEL SADDLE RING CARBINE
high condition 1873 First model carbine, here is your chance. (1F11874-40) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (15,000/25,000)
ight frosting and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and full length magazine tube retain perhaps 80-85% evenly thinning original blue toning brown with pewter undertones showing light handling marks, specks of fine oxidation staining and high edge wear. The action retains 85-90% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, contact point and high edge wear. The
retains about 95% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear and thinning on the straps. The checkered Keyes Fibre factory grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and other markings remain crisp. It in cludes a Risdon Tool and Machine Co. seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. A fine example of a Remington Rand. (8A11728-904) {C&R} (1800/2200)
original Parkerized finish showing minor handling marks. The check ered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, no reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate near excellent with a small ding on the butt of the right panel. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights although the recoil spring plug is a commercial replacement, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and the other markings remains crisp. It includes a M.S. Little/Colt marked seven-round magazine. A solid investment. (8A11728-279) {C&R} (1800/2200)
22. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
23. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA
24. VERY FINE ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER ATTRIBUTED TO F.W. MARTIN WITH STAND OF FLAGS GUTTA PERCHA CASE
serial #91831, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This lovely little revolver is pictured on page 25 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennel and attributed to engraver F.W. Martin. Based on other examples we have handled, and the comments in the book, it is un doubtedly the work of Mr. Martin whose work is very rare as Smith & Wesson did not ever seem particularly satisfied with his style. The gun features Martin’s distinctive overlapping punch-dot background stippling, light overlapping flowing foliate scrollwork and geometric bordering. The barrel, cylinder and ejector rod retain about 90% plus original bright blue showing a few sparse freckles and most of the loss due to some scattered light flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The frame retains perhaps 40% original gold finish which has mostly flaked to an attractive mild ocher patina and all embellishments remain crisp. The hammer retains most of its vibrant case-hardened colors as well and the revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate near excellent showing a few tiny flakes along the bottom edges and retaining perfect fit. The inside of the right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and also neatly marked “H.E. Hawes Stocker / Spring field / Mass”. The barrel, cylinder and frame are assembly-matched by a set of double punch marks, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The revolver is housed in an original dark brown gutta percha stand of flags case that rates very fine showing a couple of thin cracks forming and the most noticeable apology being a lightly chipped area along the back edge of the lid. The lid re tains crisp motifs and detailing and the embossed pur ple velvet lid lining and maroon base lining are also in extremely fine condition. The small spacer nub at the corner of the cartridge block has chipped which is very common and the block is full of period cartridges. This is a wonderful ensemble from a lesser-known period engraver made even more desirable as a published ex ample. (13D11730-1196) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
serial #957236, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This mid-war pistol retains about 99% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing slight edge wear. The checkered factory Coltwood grips feature reinforcing rings around the screw holes, reinforcing ribs on the back, and they rate excellent. All the controls and the sights are appropriate for the period of manufacture, the slide is correctly
have softened. The pistol includes a custom hardwood presentation case French cut for the pistol, a magazine, and 15 rounds of ammunition (not included). The case rates very good with light storage and handling marks. It also includes a single M.S. Little seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate, a small Federal Eagle lapel pin in the case, and a crisp copy of U.S. Basic Field Manual for the Models 1911 and 1911A1 (FM 23-35). A fine 1911 for your collection. (8B11923-7) {C&R} (2000/3000)
EXTREMELY EARLY & RARE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE FIRST TYPE REVOLVER
serial #104, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. This very early Smith & Wesson revolver retains all of its proper features such as the distinctive “bayonet catch” barrel latch, three-groove rifling, 0.153” diameter cylinder stud, dovetailed key behind recoil plate and cylinder marked with early “R. WHITE / PATENTED APR.3.1855” patent mark. The barrel, ejector rod and cylinder have mostly toned to a medium gray-brown patina showing a few old dings and some fine pinprick pitting mostly along the cylinder. There is a patch of original bright blue on the protected underside barrel flat and the hammer retains a hint of smoky case-hardening. The barrel address and cylinder patent mark remain mostly visible with some honest softening from the years and the frame retains about 85% original silver finish that has taken on a fine tarnish overall showing some scattered light dings and areas of mild ocher brass. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition with about 90% original varnish showing some light edge wear and small dings with otherwise nice fit throughout. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid, and timing and lock-up are a bit off though the hammer cocks normally. This variant was the company’s very first metallic cartridge revolver and only between 213 to perhaps 260 of the First Type were manufactured. This is a very rare and important piece for the advanced Smith & Wesson or American arms collector. (13C11730-12) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
TYPE REVOLVER
serial #280, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This lovely revolver retains all of the proper second type features such as the distinctive “bayonet catch” barrel latch, three-groove rifling, 0.223” diameter cylinder stud and cylinder marked with early “R. WHITE / PATENTED APR.3.1855” patent mark. The barrel, cylinder and ejector rod retain about 85% original bright blue showing a few minor oxidation speckles along the left side of the barrel and most of the loss due to some light flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The frame retains perhaps 70% original silver finish that has taken on a pleasant deep gray tarnish with the balance a nice mild goldenrod patina. The hammer body and trigger show smoky case-hardened patina, the hammer spur with 95% original bright blue and the rear sight and latch with lovely brilliant fire blue. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining almost all of their original varnish showing just a couple minor handling marks. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included Smith & Wesson mahogany case remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and minor drying crack along the base. The interior is lined in maroon velvet and showing some mild wear and the cartridge block is full with antique cartridges.
A small sticker on the bottom of the case affixed by Mr. DeRose indicates he acquired
a seldom-seen early variation, only about 900 of which were
left edge of barrel and right ejector rod. The cylinder shows both patent dates and has mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina and the frame retains about 95% original silver finish showing some mild edge wear and a few light handling marks, the silver having taken on a wonderful dark tarnish. The hammer body retains fine vibrant case-hardened colors and the curved spur shows brilliant fire blue. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition with about 95% original varnish showing some light edge wear and handling marks. The grips are stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number while the barrel and cylinder are matching by assembly number, barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action seems to function normally. The included original dark brown gutta percha case with image of revolver remains in near excellent condition showing some light dings along the edges and some other minor handling marks. The molded details remain crisp throughout and the interior embossed velvet lid lining is also near excellent. The red base lining shows some mild expected wear and the cartridge block and spacers are all intact including the small post at the corner of the block. A fine cased Third Type, which was the first variant to use the improved barrel latch after the “bayonet catch” was discontinued. Peter DeRose’s notes indicate he acquired this revolver from the respected Tom Lewis collection. (13C11730-14) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
28. FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE THIRD TYPE REVOLVER WITH GUTTA PERCHA CASE
this revolver from the respected Tom Lewis collection. This is an excellent example of
made. (13D11730-13) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
staining, the ejector rod with some old tool marks about the tip. The cylinder has mostly toned to gray-brown patina with some flakes of bright blue here and there while the frame retains about 96% original silver finish that has taken on a fine dark tarnish showing just some mild edge wear. The hammer body retains some good wisps of case-hardened colors and the spur retains a healthy amount of bright blue. The smooth rosewood grips rate excellent with about 97% original varnish and some mild handling marks. The grips are stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number while the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included original dark brown gutta percha case with image of revolver remains in very fine condition with a few shallow chips and dings along the edges with the molded images otherwise crisp throughout. The embossed maroon velvet lid lining rates very fine with some mild discoloration and the base lining ex hibits some honest fading. The cartridge block and spacers are all intact in cluding the small post at the corner of the block. A fine cased Fourth Type. (13C11730-16) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
29. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE FOURTH TYPE
30. VERY FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
serial #33402, 32 RF, 6” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of subtle oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original bright blue showing some scattered fine flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light and some light handling marks. The backstrap accounts for most of the loss with a small scuff mark along one edge and lightly cleaned spot of old oxida tion. The hammer and ejector rod retain generous wisps of vibrant colors throughout drifting to a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina and the revolver wears a nice set of antique smooth ivory grips in very fine condition showing a pleasant patina and nice striations. The right panel shows a small gap at the bottom edge and the grips are un-numbered but otherwise period grips. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included original mahogany case remains in very good plus to very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and a few thin drying cracks along the exterior, the lid showing a moderate warp along one corner. The interior is lined in deep purple velvet that shows some areas of mild discoloration and fading and a cleaning rod and old cotton storage cloth are held within. A fine mid-production No. 2 made in time for the Civil War. (13B11730-72) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
strong rifling throughout. This historic revolver was presented to Major General “Fighting Joe” Hooker on April 23, 1864 by the U.S. Sanitary Commission at their Metropolitan Fair held in New York. The United States Sanitary Commission was founded on June 18, 1861 by federal legislation as a private relief agency to support sick and wounded soldiers, setting up and staffing hospitals, lodges and other resources for said soldiers. Inspired by the British Sanitary Commission during the Crimean War, the organization raised an estimated total of $25 million by war’s end and women played a prominent role working as nurses, cooks, seamstresses and administrators in the commission. The commission also held elaborate Sanitary Fairs, such as the one held in New York where this revolver was presented, for fundraising purposes. A number of fancy revolvers presented on behalf of the commission to prominent officers are known such as a Brooklyn Arms Co. Slocum Patent Revolver presented to Major General P.H. Sheridan and a stunning Remington New Model Army revolver that was presented to Major General George Meade at the same New York fair as this revolver on April 23, 1864. At the time of this fair, George Meade was commander of the Army of the Potomac and Joseph Hooker was his predecessor, only in command of the army from January to June of 1863. General Hooker was perhaps most infamously defeated at the Battle of Chancellorsville where, while concussed by a nearby cannonball explosion, he refused to give up overall command and was in turn outclassed by General Robert E. Lee despite enjoying a vast numerical advantage. Despite this embarrassment and his resignation as army commander, he went on to serve effectively as a corps commander in the Western Theater. A fiery individual, he would eventually resign from this position as well due to interpersonal drama and served from October 1864 to the end of the war headquartered in Cincinnati Ohio. This beautiful revolver is pictured and described on page 57 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly and is embellished with beautiful New York engraving consisting of finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with stippled background shading, geometric bordering and a very fine stand of flags scene on the left side of the frame. The grips are also quite exceptional being fashioned out of motherof-pearl, the left with an excellent carved Federal Eagle and the right very finely inscribed “Presented to / MAJOR GEN. JOSEPH HOOKER, / by his friends through the / Metropolitan Fair in aid of the / United States Sanitary Commission, / New York April 23d, 1864”. Below this is a lovely detailed little riband with the motto “I strike and defend”. The revolver is finished in silver with gold-washed ejector rod, cylinder, trigger and hammer, the barrel and frame retaining about 90% original finish that shows some very subtle high edge wear and scattered tiny flakes and old oxidation speckling, the silver having taken on a lovely deep tarnish. The gold-washed parts retain perhaps 75% wash, the cylinder with one small area of old oxidation. The head of the mainspring tension screw is broken but this is of very little concern considering the gun. The grips rate excellent showing just a few minor handling marks. The included original oak case is rather plain featuring a large brass plate atop the lid neatly engraved in monogram-style “JH”. The case shows some honest wear from the years with shallow chips along the bottom edges and scattered thin drying cracks, otherwise rating very fine. The interior is lined in red suede and French-fitted for the revolver along with a large and small compartment. The revolver border lining
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showing a bit of edge wear and slight warping but everything presents well when the revolver is placed inside. The case also contains a lovely original marbled ammo box with light blue side labels and iridescent goldlettered lid label that rates very fine showing some light flaking along the sides and edges and two pieces of old tape between lid and base encroaching somewhat onto the lid label. Earlier in his career in September of 1862, General Hooker was presented with an absolutely stunning officer’s sword by J.W. Tucker & Co. on behalf of the citizens of California. This sword is pictured on pages 214 and 215 of “Steel Canvas” by R.L. Wilson with the comment “One of the most lavish creations in arms of the Civil War period”. Much like his sword, this important and historically significant revolver would be an exceptional addition to the most ad vanced of Civil War, Smith & Wesson or institutional collections. (13H11730-1179) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #4134, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 94-95% original nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking along the high edges toning to mild gunmetal patina, a few light scuffs along the cylinder and one area of carefully cleaned light pitting on the underside of the muzzle. The triggerguard is mostly toning to
throughout and the single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp. The smooth walnut grips rate very fine showing some scattered light dings and mild edge wear otherwise retaining excellent fit. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number while the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “321”. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. This is a very fine standard nickel First Model American revolver. (13C11730-215) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
serial #3531, 44 S&W American, 6” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. This is a very nice example of the very rare and desirable Nashville Police contract First Model American revolver, 32 of which were delivered in 1871 with the shorter 6” barrels and bold property marking along the backstrap, this one being “No. 25”. The metal surfaces retain about 40% original bright blue mostly along the protected sides of the frame and barrel with the balance toning to a deep gray-brown patina and showing
some scattered minor pinprick pitting and old dings mostly along the cylinder and bottom left edge of topstrap. The triggerguard and latch show some smoky remnants of case-hardening while the hammer re tains a few wisps of good colors and the trigger remnants of dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. A number of the screw heads show old slot wear while the single line barrel address and patent dates are quite crisp along with the distinctive “NASHVILLE POLICE No. 25” down the backstrap. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition showing a few small flakes along the bottom edges, light dings and edge wear otherwise maintaining an honest appear ance overall with nice fit. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by
216) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
VERY RARE NASHVILLE POLICE SMITH & WESSON NO. 3
duction estimated at less than 75 units. The highest serial num bered example illustrated in the Wesson Books is 64. The top of the barrel is marked "F. WESSON MAKER / Worcester, Mass." And the top of the frame is marked "PATENTD / JULY 10, 1877" in circular mark. The rifle is numbered "7" on the bottom of the action beneath the lever as well as on the lower left flat of barrel beneath the forend. The barrel shows a pleasing and even gray brown patina overall with some original blue show ing through in some areas. The surfaces remain smooth and generally free of any pitting with two pair of holes drilled and tapped for scope blocks, presently holding filler screws and not obstructing any markings. The action shows about 95% original nickel plated finish with scattered light surface abrasions and some small dings here or there. The checkered straight grip buttstock and forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and rate very good plus to excellent with over 90% original finish and with strong checkering and just the normal expected light handling marks from the years. The top of the comb at the heel of the buttplate has been neatly inletted for a rear position tang sight and the original checkered steel shotgun buttplate is present. The rifle is sighted with a windage adjustable globe target front, the rear dovetail is vacant and a long range tang mounted peepsight is present. This is a very fine example of these fine and rare Wesson target rifles. (1C11730-1330) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #24897, 32-40, 30" round barrel with Rigby flats and an excellent bore. This rifle features a beautifully factory engraved faceted action with single trigger and full loop lever. This is a com pletely honest rifle which has escaped the alterations that so many single shot rifles endured. The rifle has all matching numbers on the frame, barrel, forend, stock, buttplate and stock lug. The top Rigby flat shows the engraved riband around arrow pointed toward muzzle that is engraved "Ballard". The engraving consists of lovely deep relief scroll with round panel scenes depicting walking bear on left and trotting buck in round panel on right. The barrel shows about 50% original blue blending quite evenly with a smooth brown patina. The ac tion shows a good deal of faded original color case hardened finish which is blending with a dark gray patina where finish is missing. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured Circassian walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering. The left side of the pistolgrip has a ding toward the bottom center but is otherwise excellent and clean. The forend features its original horn tip and the pistolgrip has its original horn insert. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge spirit level front sight, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. The original Swiss buttplate retains 95% original nickel plated finish. The rifle comes with a shooting kit which consists of an Ideal No. 6 duplex powder measure, Pope style re-decapper, additional modern re-decapper, breech seater, Ideal bullet mould, two old Chesterfield Cigarette tins of cases, cast bullets and other small assorted tools and accessories all housed in a leather trunk style case labeled "FOSTER & SON" with a London address. A very handsome and completely honest Ballard rifle with a full complement of accessories. (1E11511-8) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis (6000/8000)
34. FINE FRANK WESSON NO. 2 MID RANGE RIFLE
35. LOVELY MARLIN BALLARD NO. 6 1/2 RIGBY OFFHAND RIFLE
36. RARE AMERICAN BREECHLOADING UNDERLEVER DOUBLE RIFLE BY A.M. HAGADORN OF DETROIT, MICHIGAN
45-70, 30" barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a fine quality rifle which remains in a remarkable state of preservati The only mark appears on the top of the barrel rib which reads "A.M. HAGADORN / DETROIT, MIC H.". The action is very similar to the famous British Jones Underlever with interrupted cam operated by the underlever which engages both forward and rear barrel lumps. The rifle is finely made with superb fit and finish, all screws polished flush with the tangs and index perfectly. The checkered pistolgrip stock is designed and executed ruggedly through the wrist which protects against breakage from the long and heavy barrels. The barrels show 95% strong original brown finish with only loss due to some light scratches most on the bottom of the barrel ahead of the forend. The action and locks retain 97% vivid original color case hardened finis All screwheads appear untouched as does the balance of the rifle. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and key fastened forend rate excellent with 95% original finish and with strong checkering and just a couple light handling marks. There are two hairl cracks on the right side of the stock one at rear of lock heading downward the other goes upward to the top tang. They do not flex, show no evidence of repair and are very sound. The rifle is fitted with its original smooth horn buttplate which sho some scattered moth damage. The rifle is sighted with a nice buckhorn rear sight with elevator and a small blade front. The guns shows hardly any use with lots of color remaining on the face of the standing breech. The majority of Hagadorn's guns were percussion and this rifle was likely made shortly after the 45-70 was adopted by the U.S. Government in 1873. A wonderful American breechloading double rifle. (1E11874-62) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (4000/6000)
plated finish with just some very fine bubbling present but finish remains bright and the hammers show lots of original color case hardened finish. The checkered straight grip buttstock and forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and showing scattered light handling marks. The checkering remains quite strong and the rifle shows little use. The smooth shotgun style buttplate and toeplate show 95% original nickel plated finish. The rifle is sighted with a small brass blade front sight mounted within a dovetail which is cut within a base mounted to the top rib. The rear sight is interesting being mounted on a long flat base with sliding elevator. The front of the sight leaf is screwed to the barrel with the elevator fit between two vertical "wings" mounted to the barrel rib. Oddly enough the sight is quite similar to that found on the Carlos Gove Remington Rolling Block in this sale. This rifle is illustrated on pages 266 & 267 in Volume 3 of the Frank Wesson Gunmaker books by Woods, Littlefield, Rowe et al. within the chapter "Odd Types". A very rare and interesting Wesson double rifle for the antique American arms collector. (1E117301328) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #12677, 40-63 Ballard Everlasting, 29 3/4" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this wonderful rifle appears to have been shortened at the muzzle by 1/4 during the period of use with a rich dark patina on the face. These Pacific rifles exude the romance of the western frontier with their no-frills design and their under-barrel-mounted cleaning rods. Most of these rifles saw hard use, this example remains in quite nice original condition. The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers and loop lever. The barrel shows about 50% original blue blending with a pleasing smooth brown patina. The action shows a mix of faded original color case hardened finish and mostly smooth gray patina. All markings remain clear and legible and there is just a small amount fine pinprick pitting present. The plain walnut stocks show some nice figure and rate excellent with over 90% original finish remaining with a really nice surface with raised grain feel. The Rocky Mountain style front sight is a later replacement and a semi-buckhorn rear
sporting sight is present. The top of the rear action shows factory holes for tang sight which hold filler screws. The steel crescent buttplate shows a pleasing mottled case color blending with a gray patina. The brass tipped hickory cleaning rod is a little light in color and may be a later replacement. A very nice example of these interesting and well-liked Ballard hunting rifles. (1D11511-10) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (2500/4000) 39. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON PRE-WAR
serial #54292, 38 Special Heavy Duty, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful revolver remains in wonderful condition, it retains about 99% original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain strong case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The front sight was nicely modified to an undercut Patridge and the rear sight is a black blade adjustable. The grips are a beautiful pair of diamond checkered left-hand Roper walnut target stocks featuring his classic finger ribbons on both panels, there is a palm swell on the left panel, there are correct Gagne jig holes in the rear and the stocks remain in superb condition. The crane is a replacement numbered to another revolver while all the other appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. There are no factory rework marks found on the gun and was probably replaced by a talented gunsmith. A beautiful Outdoorsman. (8B11728-181) {C&R} (2000/3000)
40. WONDERFUL SMITH & WESSON REGISTERED MAGNUM REVOLVER ORDERED BY ED MCGIVERN & PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN A.E. OSBORN
serial #47861 (Registration #1001), 357 Magnum, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver was ordered on March 29, 1936 by famed “fast and fancy” revolver man Ed McGivern for presentation to a friend of his, a captain A.E. Osborn. The included scans of the order indicate the revolver as-described with 6 1/2” barrel, McGivern gold bead front sight, deep u rear, and Magna grips (since replaced). The revolver was ordered to be sighted in at 25 yards with six o’clock hold and specially requested to be engraved on the sideplate “P RESENTED TO / CAPTAIN A.E. OSBORN / BY ED. MCGIVERN”. McGivern paid $40 for the revolver and was not charged extra for the engraving. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue showing some light high edge wear and a few spots of minor flaking under bright light mostly along the sideplate. The right side of the barrel and a few areas along the right frame show some scattered light dings as well that are mostly unobtrusive and small. The service trigger and hammer with side grooves and fine checkering retain most of their lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and all markings remain strong. The revolver wears a fine set of period custom walnut target stocks that remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks. All of the serialized parts are matching and the included scan of the factory order sheet lists the registration number “1001”. A preliminary search has not uncovered any information on the man this revolver was presented to. An important revolver for the most advanced Smith & Wesson or American arms collection connected to this most revered figure in the gun world. (13F11730-746) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (25,000/35,000)
29/30, 2025
41. SMITH & WESSON 357 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER PRESENTED TO CHIEF RAYMOND P. GALLAGHER
serial #S81272, 357 Magnum, 3 1/2” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Pre-model 27 is believed to have been engraved and built for Raymond Gallagher who was the Chief of the Springfield, Massachusetts,
imal use and retains about 98% original blue with very light edge wear, minor handling marks, and a very light spot of oxidation on the side plate in the engraving. The grips are diamond checkered walnut “coke bottle” target stocks with silver S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition. They were factory crafted for this presentation with a small round “monogram plate” on the left panel integral with checkering field, the letter “G” engraved inside it, and a small portion of the upper left grips was re lieved similar to the later ejector cuts and coarse serrations added for anchoring the shooting thumb. The sideplate is engraved “Chief / Raymond P. Gallagher” edged by light scroll. The right grip panel partially covers his first na is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. A lovely revolver with a lot of resea potential for the police firearms collector. (8B11730-741) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
42. SMITH & WESSON 357 MAGNUM HAND EJECTOR CLUB GUN REVOLVER
serial #0462, 357 Magnum, 5” tapered barrel with an ex cellent bore. This lovely Club gun shows minimal use since returning to the factory in December 1950 to be refurbished. It retains about 99% plus original and restored blue, the crispness of the S&W logo on the sideplate indicates it was not refinished. The grips are diamond checkered goncalo alves “coke bottle” target stocks featuring silver S&W medallions, they have an ejector cut, and remain in excellent condition. It features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and most of the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the ex ception is the extractor which is numbered to another gun. A fine example of a Pre-model 27. (8B11730-753) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
DWM MODEL 1900 AMERICAN EAGLE
LUGER SEMI-AUTO
serial #19067, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a very good bore showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original blue showing edge wear, wear on the straps, light thinning on the barrel, and a few handling marks. The ejector, trigger, magazine catch, takedown lever, and safety lever retains beautiful straw color although the lower portion of the safety has mellowed to a pewter-straw mix. The toggle pin and magazine spring show subdued fire blue color. The fully checkered factory walnut grips are numbered to the gun and rate excellent showing minor wear. This gun features a tapered
front of the frame is marked “GERMANY” below the serial number. The trigger, takedown lever, sideplate, breech, toggles, grip safety, barrel, and receiver are numbered to the gun with the remaining un-numbered. An original wood bottom maga zine is included. An excellent example of these scarce and desirable Lugers. (8C11728-164) {C&R} (2000/300
serial #67345, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel with a good bore showing light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original blue showing edge wear, slight thinning on the straps, and handling marks. The ejector retains beautiful straw color while the other strawed parts have mellowed with stronger color in the protected areas. The toggle pin and magazine spring show vibrant fire blue. The fully checkered un-numbered factory walnut grips rate near excellent showing
the serial number, and there are German “[crown] / N” proof marks. The trigger, takedown lever, sideplate, breech, toggles, grip safety, barrel, and receiver are numbered to the gun with the remaining un-numbered. It includes a blued wood based eight-round magazine renum bered to the gun. An excellent example of these scarce and desirable Lugers. (8C11728-277) {C&R} (2
FINE U.S. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL
serial #1403, 45 S&W, 7" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very nice example of the first model martial Schofield revolver. The metal surfaces of the revolver retain about 85% original blue finish with loss due mostly just to light thinning and flaking with areas beginning to blend with a smooth brown patina, most evident on the cylinder. There is the typical light muzzle wear and thinning on straps but the blue generally is quite strong overall. The revolver shows all matching numbers on the frame, cylinder, barrel, barrel latch and inside of right grip. The triggerguard and hammer show a good deal of original color case hardened finish, the barrel shows a similar amount of what looks to be oil-quenched case hardening. The smooth walnut grips rate about excellent showing 90% plus original finish with fully visible cartouche on left grip. The revolver comes with a nice Watervliet Arsenal marked
brown 1875 Model swivel holster embossed with "US" on outer surface. The condition of the holster is excellent with nearly all stitching intact and with a pleasing surface showing just minor crazing. This is a very fine and com pletely honest Schofield with correct period holster. (1B11874-102) {AN TIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (7000/9000)
U.S. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL
serial #4313, 45 S&W, 7" barrel with a bright excellent bore showing just a few scattered light specks of oxidation. This is the standard martial model revolver with "U.S." stamped on butt. The gun is finished in a wonderful period nickel plated finish that looks very much original with the only visible indication that it is not original being the "U.S." stamp being a little light on the butt. All other markings are sharp and crisp as are all of the edges. The frame, cylinder, barrel latch and rear latch screw are all numbered "4313", a full serial cannot be found on the barrel. The color of the finish is
nickel finish that is this old. The polishing marks on the face of the recoil shield are clearly visible. The trigger guard, hammer and barrel latch all show faded original case-hardened finish. The front sight blade shows nice bright blue finish as do the ejector cam and ejector lever. The revolver is fitted with a pair of beautiful period smooth ivory grips which fit excellent being just a tad shy of the straps, within what most would ac count for ivory "shrinkage". The revolver comes in a nice old unmarked Mexican double loop holster with light tooling. A handsome Schofield rig in period nickel. (1B11874-104) {ANTIQUE}
Collection]
[Alan J. Gaines
(3000/5000)
47. EARLY & EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 9MM AUTOMATIC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #1009, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This is a very early Pre-model 39 pistol, the first commercial gun shipped from the factory was number 1001. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes, the anodizing is starting to lighten with age but is faint. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions that rate near excellent the left shows a small assembly mark from the slide stop and curiously the medallion is set in askew. This gun has a Baughman ramp front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. There are several small differences between these early guns and later Model 39s, they are not marked with any model number, they have long extractors, short lever safety / de-cocker, no relief cut on the left grip panel of the de-cocker, short tang, Patent Pending on slide, and unique backstrap. This gun includes the original factory gray two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, eight-round factory marked magazine, cleaning rod and bore brush, early manual, and paperwork. A very early seldom seen version of these pistols. (8A11730-890) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1800/2200)
SCARCE & EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1924 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #321, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol remains in superb condition and appears virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% plus original blue. The smooth walnut grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are both numbered to the gun, and they rate about excellent with scattered faint handling marks. This gun features fixed sights and a finger safety under the triggerguard. This was a more streamlined version of the earlier Model 1913 but did not sell well with a scant 957 guns produced. It includes a burgundy cloth covered hinged factory box that is correctly end labeled to the gun and a factory seven-round magazine. The box rates excellent. A wonderful opportunity for the advanced collector. (8C11730-870) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection](3000/5000)
inal blue with minor thinning on the backstrap. The smooth walnut grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are both numbered to the gun, and they rate about excellent with very light handling marks. This gun features fixed sights, a “straight back” finger safety under the triggerguard, roller safety on the backstrap, and side-sliding magazine catch. It includes a factory seven-round magazine. A fine and very early Smith & Wesson 35 Automatic. (8C11730848) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
50. WONDERFUL CARLOS GOVE ALTERED REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK NO. 1 SPORTING RIFLE
40-70 Sharps Bottleneck, 34" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely fine example of the much sought after Gove frontier altered Remington Rolling Block rifle. The alterations include custom stocks, double set triggers, finger loop triggerguard, sights and added wiping rod. The top of the barrel is marked "C. GOVE / DENVER COL" which is the only marking on the gun. The forend is key fastened and has Gove's uniquely shaped pewter nosecap which shows a nice tarnish. The buttstock is a very nicely figured American black walnut with checkered wrist, handsome cheekpiece, steel crescent buttplate and a steel toeplate. The adjustable double set triggers are mounted in a raised plate which is beautifully fit to the bottom of the action and they function properly. The Gove added rear sight is mounted just ahead of the forend tip with the German silver blade Rocky mountain front mounted in dovetail. The original brass tipped hickory wiping rod is present with fine quality threaded brass tip with steel slotted patch tip. The rifle has most of the alterations that Gove offered except for the underlever. The condition of the rifle is excellent with the barrel retaining a pleasing mix of original brown finish and a smooth lovely patina with markings clear and legible. The action shows about 80% original color case hardened finish which has faded somewhat and is blending with a pleasing mellow patina. The action has a wonderful, honest appearance. The hammer and breechblock show 95% strong original blue finish. The stocks rate excellent with nice raised rounded flat panels to front and rear of action, the checkering is beautifully cut and remains sharp and crisp. The forend has a chip on the top right rear at action and the stocks show 85% original finish overall. There is an old crack at the toe of the butt which extends from the front of the toeplate to about 1/3 up the buttplate which is where the bottom buttplate screw enters the stock. These Gove alterations give these cartridge guns a wonderful, classic appearance more associated with the percussion period with the key fastened forends, flat toelines, finger spur triggerguards and undermounted wiping rods. They are coveted by collectors who keep them for long periods of time making opportunities to acquire them quite scarce. Case in point, this rifle was purchased by Mr. Gaines from John Dutcher at the Baltimore show in 1970. This is truly a superb example for the astute collector of Frontier Americana. (1F11874-4) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (15,000/25,000)
dition of two ferrules beneath the barrel for wiping rod, the rear of the forend (closest to action) was fitted with a retaining screw which holds the wip ing rod in place. While the gun is unsigned, another signed Gove rifle in this sale which is in classic Gove form shows a very nearly identical fitting on the rear of its forend. The two ferrules and the way they are brazed to the bottom flat is also very Gove-like. The forend alterations include cutting the channel for the rod into the underside with an added tip which facili tates the wiping rod, the tip is either of horn or possibly stained wood of some sort. In addition to the added wiping rod the rifle has had a rear sight added and what looks to be a Winchester crescent buttplate perfectly fit to the butt. The bottom of the barrel is marked "50 CTG'E" and the top tang shows the Remington address and patent dates in two lines. The barrel shows about 85% evenly thinning period blue finish and the action shows a pleasing blend of mottled original color case hardened finish blending with a smooth brown
The plain
stocks rate excellent with 90% plus original finish remaining. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combi nation front, an added rear sporting sight with sliding elevator along with the original Remington rear sight mounted just ahead of action with folding leaf and adjustable sliding round aperture. The original brass tipped hickory wiping rod is present and rates excellent. Mr. Gaines purchased this rifle in 1997 from a gentleman that came into his antique shop. He stated that the rifle belonged to his grandfather who used it on the South Dakota frontier. (1D11874-8) {ANTIQUE} [Alan
rifle sales resulted in few finding their way onto military issued rifles. This rifle appears to be an example of the DCM Model 1903A1 sold for between $33.85 and $45.85. The barreled action of this 1931-vintage rifle retains about 95% dark gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light abrasions on the front sight base, and scattered spots toning to brown. The barrel bands retain very good blue toning lightly to brown under bright light with scattered light handling marks and specks of older oxidation, the bottom metal retaining about 70% blue and Parkerized finish with general light wear and an abrasion on one edge, the rear sight assembly with attractive smoky oil-quenched case-hardening drifting to gray and the face remaining bright. The bolt body shows moderate operational wear with areas toning to brown, and the shroud retains lovely smoky oil-quenched case-hardened patina with high edges toning to gray. The pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition with the main apology being a series of light abrasions on the left side of the butt, not penetrating the finish, otherwise with only a few light dings and handling marks. A crisp circled serif “P” is stamped behind the triggerguard, no inspector’s cartouche is present, and the bottom of the pistolgrip and top of the handguard are neatly stamped “P.S. FOSTER”. A handwritten note from Peter DeRose details how this is the rifle owned and shot by the long time head of the Winchester ballistic lab, a man by the same name as stamped on the rifle, and how he changed the bolt to the older carbon steel variant to prevent binding in competition. Additionally an archived copy of “The American Rifleman 1938-06: Vol 86 Iss 6”, details the results of the Gallery Rifle Matches of the Bay State Rifle and Pistol Association on April 24, 1938, with a “P. S. Foster” placing first and second in two of the events. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, and the rifle retains the standard open sights. Included are P.J. O’Hare muzzle and rear sight covers, of brass and steel construction respectively. An attractive likely DCM-sold service rifle, owned by the head of the Winchester ballistic lab. (14B11730-1372) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/4000)
patina.
walnut
J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
52. U.S. MODEL 1903A1 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
developed to meet the demand of the competitive military and civilian shooters for a rifle capable of accuracy at ranges out to 1000 yards. The barreled action retains about 97-98% original rust blue with mild thinning on the barrel and light high edge wear, the barrel band in similar condition, the triggerguard unfortunately flaking to a gray-brown patina with strong remnants of original blue, and the floorplate has toned to an even gray. The bolt is polished bright with the shroud displaying excellent oil-quenched case-hardening, and the “ON” face of the magazine remains bright. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in excellent condition, the only apology being a shallow 3/4” triangular sliver on the left side of the butt, with nice raised grain throughout and a crisp circled “P” inside the pistolgrip; the cupped checkered steel buttplate shows light wear at the heel and toe. The exposed receiver markings remain crisp, an arsenal-provided target block sitting atop the receiver ring, the barrel star gauge numbered “1214”
(3000/5000)
though the muzzles were never stamped, and the bolt is DC-numbered to the rifle. The rifle retains the standard Lyman 48 aperture rear sight and Winchester globe-style front sight with globe insert, reversed safety, headless cocking piece, and a pair of aforementioned target blocks are mounted to the receiver and barrel. DCM Rifle Sales 1922-42 lists this rifle by serial number as a Style T, with an associated date of January 15, 1935, making it one of the last sold, as the Springfield Armory 1935 fiscal year report indicates the last Style T rifle sold in March of that year. A lovely example of these rare target rifles. (14B11730-1317) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #615683, 30-06, 24” 10-15 dated Springfield Armory barrel with lightly oxidized bore and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The exposed portion of the barrel retaining about 97% original rust blue thinning slightly under bright light, the bottom metal at 80% with light oxidation to a brown patina, and the barrel bands retain about 95% original blue with areas flaking to a nice gray-brown patina. The receiver retains about 94% original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening with light oxidation, touches of light wear on high edges and contact points with the bolt showing areas flaking to a gray-brown patina. The straight grip walnut stock with grasping grooves is in very good condition with the expected overall dings and handling marks from military service rifle, showing a crisp boxed “J.S.A.” cartouche on the left side and a serifed circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. Also, an interesting marking of “N.A.CO.”, that we believe could be “Newport Artillery Company” located under the stock in front of the trigger guard extension adds a bit of mystery as to the history of this rifle. The checkered Type 4 steel buttplate retains nearly all its blue with a touch of light wear at the heel. An overall well-preserved example showing intact and crisp markings, the front extension of the triggerguard shows a very nice “(flaming bomb) / NRA”, and the proper sights are intact. Included is a nickeled oiler, stored in the butt trap. The action seems to function well mechanically, 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. (31A11730-1367) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
55. WONDERFUL BENJAMIN BIGELOW CALIFORNIA REVOLVING PILL LOCK RIFLE
These Miller patent manually revolving cylinder rifles were made by several makers, the most prolific and famous of which was William Billinghurst of Rochester, New York. Benjamin Bigelow was an employee of Billinghurst in Rochester for 12 years before moving to California in 1858. He initially worked with William Ashfield who he likely worked with previously at Billinghurst. Ashfield died in 1859 having Bigelow act as the executor of his estate and leaving him all the inventory, tools and machinery from his shop. Bigelow was proprietor of the "Sportsman's Emporium" where he built guns but also carried a selection of American and British guns and associated accessories including Henry rifles and ammunition and performed all manner of gun repairs. The top of the barrel of this rifle is marked "B. BIGELOW. MARYSVILLE. CAL". The back action lock shows tasteful light scroll engraving while the seven chamber cylinder is finely grooved around its circumference to facilitate the manual turning. This rifle has nice sleek lines and is much more graceful than most Miller patent revolving rifles. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel and cylinder retaining a nice mix of original brown finish and smooth patina. The lock is a very smooth and attractive smoky gray color while the frame shows a good deal of faded original color case hardening. The rifle takes down via
a vertical tapered pin through the front of the frame. The walnut stocks are slender and attractive and rate excellent with 85% original finish with just the normal light handling marks from the years. There are extremely tight hairline cracks in areas of the wrist, they do not flex and seem very sound, removal of the lockplate shows no evidence of repair. The right side of the stock shows a round patchbox with a handsome stylized eagle finial. The buttplate is of brass and it fits very nicely. A brass tipped hickory ramrod is present beneath the barrel. The rifle is sighted with its original buckhorn rear and German silver blade barrel sights. A fabulous and very attractive antique American revolving rifle that has lots of condition. (1E11874-193) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (8,000/12,000)
serial #10185, 30 Mauser, 5 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some light oxidation and frosting in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this fine circa 1897-made pistol retain about 95% original blue with some mild high edge wear, a few tiny dings and scattered light handling marks under bright light. The bolt remains bright, the hammer and fire control group show nice smooth medium gray case-hardening and the extractor and rear sight retain most of their brilliant fire blue. The bolt stop fire blue appears to have been nicely restored and all original mark ings remain crisp and clear showing proper German commercial
WITH MATCHING STOCK
ing, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function normally. The included original walnut holster-stock is stamp-numbered matching on the attachment hardware tang with full serial number of the gun and remains in very fine condition showing a little older added finish, a neatly repaired about 3” crack at the heel and some other light dings. The hardware retains some good original bright blue in the protected areas, particularly along the hinge, the inside edge of the lid is also pencil-numbered matching and stock fit to the gun is excellent. A lovely and desirable antique conehammer C96 pistol. (13D11874-124) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (4000/6000)
PISTOL WITH MATCHING STOCK
serial #139627, 9mm, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is a very attractive and rather late production Red Nine pistol likely made just post-war and not stamped with any military acceptance marks. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and scattered light handling marks. The small parts show lovely brilliant fire blue with a little mild silvering, the bolt is bright and the hammer and fire control group show nice medium gray case-hardening. The proper follower and 500 meter rear sight are intact and all markings remain strong. The grooved walnut grips with emblazoned red “9” are stamp-numbered to the gun and relight handling marks and edge wear. Mr. Gaines has neatly stamped his initials on the insides of the grips and the inside of the holster-stock lid which is rather unobtrusive
The lanyard ring is intact and all of the serialized parts are matching. The included original matching holster-stock is of elm construction and rates very fine to near excellent showing just a few scattered light dings and handling marks. The hardware retains generous fire blue and the stock fits the frame nicely. An excellent example of the always sought after Red Nine C96. (13C11874122) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
its length that is drifting overall to a mottled bluish gray-brown patina under bright light and shows some light handling marks and light oxidation speckling that has been carefully cleaned long ago. The bottom metal bears a similar appearance with some older reapplied blue and a few smoothed-over pinprick pits. The receiver retains about 90% original rust blue that shows mild fading to gray-brown, the bolt release and buttplate are a pleasant mix of silvery patina and smoky gray while the magazine follower shows lovely brilliant fire blue. The left side of the receiver shows DWM Berlin factory markings and the checkered walnut stock is very attractive in the expected German sporting form with prominent schnabel tip, Oberndorf side panels and left-side cheekpiece. The checkering shows nice mullered borders and the stock rates very fine Collection]
(2000/3000)
serial #711, 8mm Mauser, 29” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a handsome commercial rifle obviously intended for sporting purposes but otherwise in military configuration. The barrel jacket retains about 90% original blue showing some areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a few scattered small shallow dents and dings. The triggerguard retains about 94% original blue with mild edge wear while the receiver retains about 95% plus lovely vibrant casehardened colors. The rifle is equipped with a carbine-style bolt with turned-down butterknife handle which retains about 96% of an older reapplied polished blue, the bolt release shows brilliant fire blue and the barrel bands retain about 90% original bright blue. The receiver ring is finely matted and the arm shows some light geometric and simple foliate motifs with game scenes of a leopard on the left of the magazine housing, tiger on right and gold inlaid lion on bow of the guard, the inlay showing a few small dings. The bottom metal is also neatly engraved with maker’s name “G EORG KNAAK / BERLIN” and the arm also shows Birmingham proof marks. The smooth buttplate retains about 85% nickel finish and the checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition as very lightly and carefully cleaned some time ago showing a bit of older added oil finish and some scattered light dings and a small abrasion along the left side near the buttplate. The front sight blade appears to be an old replacement and the rifle is otherwise equipped with military rear sight and other hardware, and the serialized parts are matching. George Knaak ran a very diverse and prominent firearms and sporting goods shop “Deutsche Waffenfabrik Georg Knaak” in Berlin. This is an attractive “upscale” Gewehr 88 rifle. (13C11874-28) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1800/2200)
60. WONDERFUL PAIR OF 18TH CENTURY SILVER MOUNTED LONDON FLINTLOCK PISTOLS BY JOHN BENNETT
28 bore (.54 caliber), 9" part round part octagon brass barrels. These fabulous pistols feature brass lockplates and barrels with sterling silver furniture bearing 1792 hallmarks. The flat lockplates with beveled edges and stepped rear are engraved "Bennett" with light floral engraving. The locks feature sliding safeties, swan neck cocks, brass waterproof pans and roller frizzens. The tops of the barrels are engraved "Bennett Royal Exchange London" and show London proofs with "IB" makers touchmark for John Bennett. The barrels show nicely turned "wedding band" motifs at juncture to round with engraved sunbursts on three top octagonal flats. The barrels are double key fastened with keys being fitted without escutcheons. The silver furniture consists of fancy pierced and engraved sideplates, engraved triggerguards with acorn finials and nicely sculpted buttcaps with long slender lobes and multiple raised ridges around the butt, also nicely engraved in lovely 18th century floral style. The tops of the slender wrists bear wonderful sterling silver inlaid crests with what looks to be a type of dog head above initials which appear to be "THB". The stocks are of English walnut and have fully checkered grips which fully borders the buttcaps and trigger guard tangs. The triggerguard tangs show London 1792 hallmarks with makers touchmark "IB" indicating that John Bennett performed the silver work in addition to building these pistols. The condition is also quite lovely with all brass surfaces showing pleasing mellow patina with all markings remaining crisp. The silver furniture shows a lovely mellow tarnish with engraving remaining crisp and well-defined. Often times these silver mounted guns have had their fur niture polished so many times that they lose much detail in the engraving, not at all the case with these pistols. The walnut stocks rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with checkering remaining crisp. Each pistol retains its original horn tipped rosewood ramrods. These 230 year old pistols possess a wonderful combination of quality, style and condition that makes them exceedingly rare and highly desirable to the astute collector of such arms. (1F11730-1117) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
PISTOLS BY HENRY NOCK
About 20 bore (.61 caliber), 9" brass barrels. These lightly embellished pistols exhibit fabulous condition and the tremendous quality we expect from this famous maker. The flat stepped lockplates show beveled edges, sliding safeties, gooseneck cocks and bridled non-roller frizzens and show pronounced
The barrels have gently swamped muzzles and are affixed via dual keys with no key escutcheons and the lockplate screws pass through simple engraved washers. The walnut stocks have handsome slab sided grips with nice raised flats at and opposite the locks. The barrels show a beautiful undisturbed patina with all markings remaining crisp. The locks and barrel tangs show lots of faded original color case hardening again with crisp markings. The walnut stocks rate excellent plus with 97% original finish remaining with crisp edges and just normal light scattered handling marks. The triggerguards show about 70% original blue finish with loss being on the tangs which are blending with a pleasing smooth gray brown patina. A fine, high condition pair of Nock pistols exhibiting elegant simplicity. (1C117301113) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
62. SCARCE COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #39422, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1964-manufactured revolver shows minimal use and retains about 99% original Colt Royal blue with very light muzzle wear. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut factory service grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in wonderful condition. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Accro rear sight. It includes the original factory woodgrain two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun. The box shows later added well executed cellophane repairs to the majority of the corners and edges, the end label has later added writing that was crossed out but remains legible overall. The short barreled Pythons are desirable collectibles and the nature of their use makes excellent guns such as this one a rare treat. (8C11759-9) {C&R} (3500/5000)
Royal blue. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered walnut second type factory target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Accro rear sight. It includes the original factory woodgrain
EXCELLENT COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, Colt coin screwdriver, and paperwork. The box shows light edge wear with solid seams while the end label rates excellent. Pythons remain a collector favorite especially in such fine condition. (8C11759-14) {C&R} (2500/4000)
RARE & EXCEPTIONAL COLT NEW FRONTIER SINGLE
serial #15863NF, 357 Magnum, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This 1981-manufactured revolver is as-new-in-box. This version of the New Frontier is Model #P4671 and is the second rarest with only 509 manufactured. It is interesting that all P4671 were nickel and this one retains about 99% plus original finish. The smooth walnut factory grips are numbered to the gun and rate excellent.
procedures, is they fitted the grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions in lieu of the nickel medallions nor mally used. This gun is sighted with a serrated nickel ramp front sight, blue adjustable Accro rear sight and all the 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. The box rates very good plus with light edge and corner wear. Low production and wonderful condition make this a very desirable revolver. (8B1175917) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
65. FINE HEAVY BARRELED KITTREDGE SHIPPED SHARPS MODEL 1874 SPORTING RIFLE
serial #161934, 45-110 (45 2 7/8"), 30" heavy octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows proper Bridgeport address has the "Old Reliable" moniker and measures 1.277" from flat to flat. The right side of the barrel at breech is marked "2 7/8" which is poorly struck, the "45" on the top flat was no doubt lost when the scope dovetail was cut. The rifle is in classic Buffalo Hunter configuration with heavy barrel in 45 2 7/8" with double set triggers, plain stocks and a full length period Malcolm telescopic sight. The rifle is in remarkable condition with the barrel retaining about 85% evenly thinning original blue finish showing some flattening on the top edge of the left barrel flat which is not overly obtrusive. The full-length Malcolm scope is mounted on its original adjustable mounts and matches the barrel quite nicely in condition. The action and lock show perhaps 65% original color case hardened finish which is mostly faded to a pewter color with a rich brown patina where finish is missing. There appears to be a partial crack at the forward top tang screwit does not appear to have ever been broken or repaired. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate very good plus with a good deal of original finish remaining and the expected handling marks. The schnabel forend is affixed by two screws and has a crack running near the top edge on the left side, this could be very easily repaired. The rifle is fitted with its original coarsely checkered steel shotgun buttplate which is a dark gray brown with scattered pitting. The scope has intact crosshair, slightly dirty optics and is mounted in the original front sight dovetail and into a dovetail cut just ahead of the action. The rear sight dovetail holds a blank and the rear sight screw has a period filler screw in place. The rifle comes with a copy of the original invoice to Kittredge dated October 18th 1877 showing 10 1874 sporting rifles in the order, listed by individual serial number, this rifle is listed as weighing 14 lbs 11 oz. With the present scoped configuration the rifle weighs 15 lbs., 11 oz. Mr. Gaines notes state that he purchased this rifle from Norm Flayderman at his shop in Greenwich, CT in 1960. A wonderful and very honest Sharps 1874 Buffalo rifle shipped to the well-known Western frontier supplier B. Kittredge and Company of Cincinnati. This rifle has not been offered for sale in the last 64 years, don't miss this opportunity. (1D11874-7) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (10,000/15,000)
66. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON UMC
serial #19107, 45 ACP, 5” replacement High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This late war pistol retains about 80% plus original blue finish showing scattered edge wear, the straps have toned to a pewter-brown hue in addition to light handling marks. The gun features double diamond checkered walnut grips, the left panel is factory original that rates very good with light diamond point compression and handling marks, while the right panel is a replacement Colt with slightly better condition. This gun appears to have the correct small parts, and Major Chapman’s and the ”[eagle] / E28” acceptance marks remain crisp. The gun includes a single Springfield Armory seven-round two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on floorplate, the body is the earlier style that folds over the bottom of the floorplate and it shows moderate to
67. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #247089, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a very lightly frosted bore. This 1918-manufacture pistol retains about 90% original blue, the straps toning to brown, thinning finish on the slide, edge wear, and handling marks. The double diamond walnut factory grips rate near excellent with a few lightly compressed diamond points. Lt. Colonel Gilbert’s inspection mark remains crisp as do the other markings.
legs. The pistol includes a single Colt two-tone magazine with pinned plain floorplate. This gun has seen modest use and would be a great addition to any collection. (8B11897-75) {C&R} (2000/3000)
serial #C8285, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a very lightly frosted bore. The barrel has the number “5” stamped on the chamber forward of the lugs, a “P” on the top front of the chamber, a “C” on the rear of the lugs and on the face of the hood (struck off center), and a poorly struck letter or number on the side of the left lug. This pistol has toned to smoky gray with strong mottled mix of original blue and wedges of original blue in the protected areas. The double diamond factory checkered walnut grips show later added varnish, the left panel rates about excellent while the right panel rates about good with scattered handling marks and the name “KENT” engraved into the top diamond. This gun has
cludes a factory letter indicating this gun shipped as described on September 17, 1914, to State of Rhode Island, Quartermaster, Rhode Island National Guard, in a 12 gun shipment. No martial or state markings were observed. Most of their guns were U.S. Marked 1911s but a small order of commercially marked guns were obtained. This is an honest Government Model that served the Ocean State for many years. An unusual martial gun to fill a niche in your collection. (8B11897-62) {C&R} (2000/3000)
serial #117046, 45 ACP, 5” Springfield barrel with a near excellent bore showing light streaks of frosting. This pre-war pistol retains about 20-25% original blue finish, most of the metal surfaces have toned brown with the sides of the frame retaining the most finish in addition to light oxidation stains, pinprick pitting, and handling wear. The gun features Springfield Armory double diamond checkered walnut grips that rate about good with light scattered diamond point wear and handling marks. All of the appropriate small parts are correctly stamped with an “S” and they appear correct for the period of manufacture. The flaming ordnance bombs and other marking remain crisp while the Federal Eagle on the right side of the slide is struck off center. The gun includes single Springfield Armory seven-round two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on floorplate, the body is the earlier style that folds over the bottom of the floorplate and it shows heavy finish loss and oxidation stains. A nice example of a Springfield with honest wear. (8A11847-65) {C&R}
U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY SPRINGFIELD
70. EXTREMELY FINE NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY HENRY RIFLE
serial #5950, 44 RF, 24” octagon barrel with an excellent bore which shows crisp rifling throughout and just a little fine oxidation or light pitting present. The barrel of this rifle shows about 60% evenly thinning original blue finish with the high edges showing a pleasing smooth brown patina, the finish is strongest in the flute between the barrel and magazine. Some areas show the blue mixing with a smooth brown patina with metal surfaces being free of any pitting. The top of the barrel shows crisp clean address and serial number. The frame is equally fine showing a completely undisturbed mellow mustard colored patina with crisp edges and just a few scattered light impact marks expected from the years. The hammer and lever show a pleasing even gray-brown patina and remain smooth and free of pitting. The original walnut stock retains a good deal of original finish with perhaps some light oil added at some point over the years. The stock fits flawlessly and still has a nice, raised grain feel and the Henry “bump” is well-defined beneath the swivel on left side of butt. The buttplate also fits beautifully and has the same wonderful patina as the action. The original last type ladder rear sight is present along with the square back German silver blade front sight. This rifle is all original and essentially untouched through the years with matching serial numbers on barrel, frame, stock and buttplate and with its original four piece iron cleaning rod remaining present in the butt. The rifle was acquired by Mr. Gaines in January of 1970 from an Everett Mariner of Brunswick, Maine. Being offered for sale for the first time in over half a century, this rifle is worthy of the finest collection of antique American arms. (1G11874-19) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (40,000/60,000)
more loss on the sides of the barrel within the engraving, the cylinder shows 95% original gold wash with most loss just on the high edges. The fully checkered hard rubber grips rate about excellent with no chips. The revolver comes in a period rosewood veneered case with green lined French fitted interior with 15 round wooden cartridge block. The condition of the case is very good. A very fine and high condition engraved Remington revolver with attractive two-tone finish. (1B11886-16) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
71. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON NEW MODEL NO. 4 REVOLVER
serial #15039, 38 CF, 2 1/2” round barrel with very good bore that shows a little scattered light oxidation. The revolver shows very nicely executed factory scroll engraving with punchdot shaded background on barrel, frame and backstrap. The cylinder shows the same full coverage scroll with only the flutes remaining smooth. The pistol is finished in nickel with the cylinder being gold washed. The revolver retains 95% of its original nickel plated finish overall, a bit
32 RF extra-short, 3” octagon barrel with an about good bore showing pitting. The frame of this pistol shows lovely factory loose scroll engraving with punch dot shaded background. The engraving extends onto the backstrap with nice border and geometric work down the length of the barrel. Originally finished in blue and color case hardening, the pistol now shows an even and smooth gray-brown patina overall. The engraving remains quite crisp and pleas ing to the eye. The pistol is equipped with its original rosewood panel grips which rate about very good with perhaps 30% original finish remaining. The magazine tube remains present with the checkered brass cap showing a pleasing mellow patina. A nice example of these interesting little pistols. (1B11886-20) {ANTIQUE}
serial #15954, 38 RF, 3 3/4" octagon barrel with a good bore showing some light pitting. This is the birdshead butt variant with ribbed octagon barrel showing
engraving and a two-tone nickel and gold finish. The metal surfaces show loose relief scroll with punchdot shaded background on frame and cylinder with simple scroll accents at muzzle and breech of barrel. The frame and barrel show about 98% bright original nickel with just the tiniest bit of flaking along the barrel rib and ejector rod housing along with a couple of small impact marks on the left side of barrel. The cylinder and hammer are gold washed with the cylinder retaining 95% and the hammer showing perhaps 80% with most of loss on the lower spine of hammer where some fine pitting remains. The sides of the hammer show no pitting it is confined to an area on the spine only. The revolver is equipped with its original finely checkered hard rubber grips which show just light wear. A very handsome little Smoot. (1B11886(1500/2500)
72. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON RIDER MAGAZINE PISTOL
73. WONDERFUL FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON SMOOT NO. 3 REVOLVER
HANDSOME
of the Nimschke shop showing motifs favored by the engraver. These motifs include the intertwined oblong and diamond pattern with sunbursts along the sides of the barrel and backstrap, repetitive shell border accents on frame and oblong panels on the cylinder with cross hatching accented with individual punch dots. The balance of the engraving is typical 19th century relief scroll with punch dot shaded background. The barrel shows the proper "E. Remington & Sons” address" which remains crisp. The metal surfaces of the revolver show about 95% original nickel plated finish with most loss on the face of the cylinder where there is also some fine pitting. The original checkered hard rubber monogramed gri rate excellent. Mechanics are crisp. A very attractive engraved Smoot revolver. (1B11886-13) {ANTIQUE}
75. RARE ENGRAVED REMINGTON-RIDER SINGLE SHOT PARLOR PISTOL
.17 cal., 3” round barrel. These interesting little Remington pistols were produced in the early 1860’s and are quite rare with a total production run estimated at 200. The left side of the frame is marked “RIDER’S PT. / SEPT 13, 1859” and the frame of the pistol shows simple factory scroll engraving. The brass surfaces of the revolver show a lovely even and undisturbed patina. The pistol is equipped with the first style single piece iron breech insert. The hammer shows a pleasing untouched smooth brown patina. The pistol comes with a copy of an article on the Remington Parlor pistol written by Harry Knode in the February 1958 issue of American Rifleman which features images of this pistol including as part of a group of Parlor pistols on the cover. A very fine example of these unusual and seldom encountered little Remingtons. (1B1188618) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)
76. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON NEW MODEL NO. 4 REVOLVER
serial #5270, 38 RF, 2 1/2" barrel with some patches of pitting throughout. This revolver shows near full coverage relief scroll engraving with punch dot shaded background. The engraving is accented with sunburst
the cylinder showing a similar amount of gold wash on its periphery and less on the face. The revolver is equipped with a pair of mother-of-pearl grips which appear original in all respects and rate excellent. Mechanics are crisp. A very attractive and beautifully embellished Remington No. 4 revolver. (1B11886-19) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
& WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL RUSSIAN
serial #24338, 44 S&W Russian, 6” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some light oxidation and pinprick pitting throughout with otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 70% original bright blue with scattered flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light, some light handling marks and minor oxidation staining. The hammer and triggerguard retain some wisps of nice case-hardened colors mostly drifting to a smooth gray while the latch and trigger retain good dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening.
patent dates with “RUSSIAN MODEL” in English remain crisp and the revolver is equipped with factory lanyard ring. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good condition with scattered light dings and edge wear. The grips are un-numbered and the remaining numbered parts are matching the frame by assembly number “Z111”. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. A very good commercial First Model Russian with desirable short barrel length. (13B11730245) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/3500)
SMITH
serial #33053, 44 S&W Russian, 6” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation its full length and otherwise strong rifling. This revolver shows the single line address with pat ent dates and “RUSSIAN MODEL” along with the rather scarce two-line reissue patent date stamped atop the rib ahead of the retainer screw. The barrel and frame retain about 60% original bright blue flaking to a deep gray-
wisps of case-hardened colors drifting to smoky gray. The smooth walnut grips remain in about very good condition showing some scattered light dings and their fit is a bit off around the edges but the right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number. The remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “176”, the factory lanyard ring is intact and the base of the heel shows “SH” in a diamond Schuyler, Hartley & Graham retailer marking. A nice example of a very obscure commercial sub-variant for the advanced collector. (13C11730-265) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
JAPANESE CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL RUSSIAN REVOLVER
serial #7518, 44 S&W Russian, 7” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This example is not naval marked but shows the small Japanese acceptance stamp on the topstrap and proof mark at the toe. The metal surfaces retain about 80% plus Japanese arsenal-refurbished blue with areas flaking and toning to
showing a few thin slivers and dings. The right panel is mismatched but numbered closely “7973” and the re maining numbered parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. A solid Japanese contract revolver. (13C11730-264) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/2500)
80. IMPORTANT, VERY RARE & EXTREMELY FINE PERCIVAL & SMITH REPEATING MAGAZINE PISTOL FROM THE WILLIAM LOCKE COLLECTION
serial #2, .27 cal, 8 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing strong rifling throughout. These interesting early repeaters were made circa 1850 and contained all of the necessary receptacles in the gun itself to allow for quick firing: front magazine cylinder for balls, rear magazine cylinder for powder and inner tube chamber for priming pellets. The magazine assembly sleeve is swiveled 180 degrees upward after the hammer is cocked to facilitate its quick loading. Developed by Orville B. Percival and Aza Smith, the guns were manufactured by Horace Smith in Norwich Connecticut before he entered into his famous partnership with Daniel B. Wesson to found Smith & Wesson. This pistol remains in very fine condition, the iron parts of the barrel, hammer, trigger and triggerguard showing an old light cleaning to a medium gunmetal patina with remnants of some mild pinprick pitting and oxidation staining that is now mostly smooth. The brass frame and magazine assembly are mostly a pale ocher patina with flashes of brighter goldenrod showing a few light handling marks and otherwise rating very fine to near excellent. The frame retains nice edges throughout and shows nice factory flowing foliate scrollwork embellishments extending onto the triggerguard and hammer. The top of the magazine assembly is neatly engraved “SMITH & PE RCIVAL’S / PATENT / Manufactured / By / H. Smith / Norwich / CT”. The smooth walnut grips with small German silver monogram plates remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing a bit of old oil finish, some scattered light dings and hints of nice grain figure. The right panel is prominently stamped along the top with “2228”, obviously done a very long time ago and perhaps some sort of inventory and collection number. The matching serial number “2” was observed on the inside left of the frame, interiors of both grip panels, left side of hammer, top of barrel beneath the rear collar piece and inside back surface of the magazine sleeve assembly. This interesting pistol was cataloged as part of the renowned William Locke collection and is pictured and described on pages 27, 34 and 374 of the collection book. It appears that this pistol is also the one pictured on page 399 of Flayderman’s Guide (9th Edition), the picture is very small but subtle areas of patina on the barrel seem to correspond with those on this gun. The pistol is also pictured on the cover of the February 1971 Gun Report, on page 3 of “History of Smith & Wesson” by Roy Jinks, and was borrowed from Peter DeRose by Smith & Wesson for display in their travelling exhibition “Artistry in Arms” which toured from 1991-1995; it is pictured on page 13 of the exhibit catalog. This is no doubt the finest authentic Percival & Smith pistol extant, and very possibly the only one extant, and is an important piece suitable for the most advanced of American antique arms or Smith & Wesson collections. (13D11730-1) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (40,000/60,000)
FINE SMITH-JENNINGS SECOND MODEL RIFLE
54 caliber Rocket Ball, 26" round barrel with a very good bore that is mostly bright with crisp rifling. While the Henry rifle is the predecessor to the first Winchester and the Volcanic is the predecessor to the Henry rifle, these are the predecessor to the Volcanic rifle. They are very interesting not only in their design but also in the fact that so many important innovators of firearms of this period were involved in their production. The guns were made by Robbins and Lawrence in Windsor, Vermont in the early 1850's, B. Tyler Henry was the shop foreman and Horace Smith and D.B. Wesson were involved in the production. Soon after these rifles were produced, Smith & Wesson joined forces to produce Volcanic pistols under the Smith & Wesson name and then the Volcanic name. Oliver Winchester was an investor in the Volcanic and New Haven Arms Companies eventually joining B. Tyler Henry to produce the Henry rifles, we need not mention what Horace and Daniel went on to accomplish. This is the second model which used a pill priming system and is easily identifiable with its pronounced bulge on the bottom of the action earning it the nickname of the "pregnant frame Jennings". The top of the barrel is numbered "6 S" with matching number on the lower tang of action. The frame shows original loose folky scroll engraving with marking on left side "PATENT 1849 / C.P. DIXON AGENT / NEW YORK", all markings and engraving remain clear and crisp. The barrel and magazine show a pleasing even brown patina overall with some scattered patches of pitting and oxidation in some areas but are mostly smooth. The magazine plug is missing from its tip, but the rifle is otherwise complete. The action retains a peasing smooth brown patina with nice edges and crisp engraving. The walnut stock remains in excellent condition retaining much of its original finish and exhibiting fabulous fit at the action and buttplate. There is the standard oval German silver inlay on the right side of the butt which is engraved with riband and the surface of the stock is wonderful with nice raised grain feel. The toe of the buttplate is engraved and all screws are properly indexed and fit flush. The original tiny silver blade front and open sporting rear sights are present. This is a very fine example of the second model Smith Jennings which played a major role in the development of the American lever action repeating rifle. These rifles are rarely offered for sale and no Winchester lever collection is complete without one. (1D11730-1339) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8, 000/12,000)
.577 cal, 33” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation approaching the muzzle and otherwise strong three-groove rifling throughout. This handsome rifle was made by the famous Robert Taylor Pritchett of London, known for his special threegroove rifling and development of the renowned “Pritchett bullet” the swaged smooth-sided hollow base bullet adopted by the British military for use in their superior Enfield cartridge. This rifle also bears a fine period silver plaque on the right side of the buttstock that is neatly inscribed “Presented / To the Sergeants of the / 38th Middlesex Rifle Volunteers / by / Lieutenant Palmer / Won / by / Sergeant Chester Earles / 9th January 1861”. Known by its moniker “The Artists Rifles”, the unit was formed in 1860 and was indeed originally composed of painters, sculptors, musicians, actors and other artists. The official unit designation was the 38th Middlesex Rifle Volunteers until 1881 when it was changed to the 20th. Chester Earles was born in 1821 and trained as a painter and had portraits exhibited at the Royal Academy. He moved to Australia in 1864 and exhibited works at the Melbourne Intercolonial Exhibition and the Victoria Academy of Arts after its foundation in 1870. His oil painting “Ophelia” was displayed at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition. Earles remained a Victorian style painter of sentimental subjects until is death in 1905 in Melbourne at the age of 83. This rifle is an interesting intersection of arms and art as we also have examples of Smith & Wesson revolvers in this auction that were displayed at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition. The barrel of this rifle retains some generous streaks of its original plum-brown finish throughout mixing with areas of deep gray and some overall light pitting. The lockplate and remaining small parts are similar, mostly a mix of pewter gunmetal and deep gray patina. The barrel shows strong R.T. Pritchett London address and proper London proof marks on the shank, the lockplate also maker-marked. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing honest wear with scattered light dings and a couple of small minor drying cracks forming around the lockplate. The silver plaque has probably been very lightly cleaned at some point in the past but all of the inscription remains strong and it is starting to reacquire a nice mellow tarnish. The proper hardware is intact including the chained nipple protector and a period tompion and the lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The rifle includes printouts regarding the unit and Chester Earles, a copy of “The History of the Artists Rifles 1859-1947” by Barry Gregory and a reprint of “Treatise on the Enfield-Pritchett Rifle” by Henry Jervis-White-Jervis. This is a very interesting rifle with some fascinating provenance for the British antique arms collector. (13D11916-1) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
83. ATTRACTIVE REMINGTON MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #828, 44-40, 7 1/2” barrel that has been carefully relined, now with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97% older quality restored nickel finish showing a few small areas thinning to smooth gunmetal patina on the cylinder and left side of the barrel and the nickel reacquiring some mild clouding under bright light. There are a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits beneath the finish that one must
Remington & Sons barrel address remains very strong and the right rear flat of the triggerguard shows strong “44” designation. The revolver wears a set of attractive smooth antique ivory grips that rate very fine exhibiting a pleasant patina and nice age crackling starting to form, the top corner of the right panel with one small repair. The lanyard ring is not present though the stud is intact. All of the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up showing a little minor play. A fine Remington 1875 in (3000/5000)
serial #B20, .31 cal, 4” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. This very fine example was part of Smith & Wesson’s travelling exhibition “Artistry in Arms” which toured from 1991-1995 and is pictured on pages 17 and 18 of the Artistry in Arms catalog by Roy Jinks. The barrel retains about 75% original blue drifting somewhat to smooth gray and showing a few mild old scuffs and small dings along the sides. The “SMITH & WESSON” stamp atop the barrel was rather poorly struck but the other markings remain strong. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant medium gunmetal patina with mild gray-brown undertones and showing a few sparse pinprick pits with crisp factory embellishments throughout consisting of nice wide flowing foliate scrollwork. The hammer retains strong casehardened colors throughout and many of the remaining small parts show brilliant fire blue and fine bright blue. The extractor hook on the bolt face is very clean and intact suggesting the arm was fired very little. The smooth rosewood grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original varnish with a few light dings and a thin drying crack forming below the right escutcheon. This is one of the finer Smith & Wesson lever action pocket pistols we have seen and, as a predecessor to the Volcanic and later Winchester, is an important piece of American arms history and development essential for any advanced Smith & Wesson or Winchester collection. (13D11730-6) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (10,000/15,000)
blue. The lanyard ring stud has been replaced with a filler and the E. Remington & Sons barrel address is quite crisp. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips that rate very fine showing a pleasant patina, attractive age crackling throughout and slight shrinkage around the edges. All of the serialized parts are matching, the safety notch is worn and the action otherwise seems to function normally with good timing and lock-up. Included is an unmarked antique brown leather jockstrap holster that shows some overall light flaking and moderate crackling, the holster decorated with some light tool ing. An attractive and interesting Remington 1875. (13B11874-84) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Col lection]
serial #994435, 12 ga, 20” plain barrel choked cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% original blue, most of the loss to the receiver, with light wear on high edges and contact points and pinprick pitting and remnants of old oxidation speckled along the receiver and extension, and the bolt and shell lifter remain most bright with light operational wear and spots of pinprick pitting. The pistolgrip walnut stock and grooved forend are in very good condition with a few thin cracks in the wrist measuring between 1” and 2”, and some scattered older light dings and handling marks. The stock retains the correct checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate and correctly inlet sling swivel on the toeline, and shows a strong boxed “G.H.D.” inspector’s cartouche above an Ordnance Wheel. The metal markings remain crisp, the receiver showing a proper stamped “U.S. (ordnance bomb)” below the ejection port, the barrel is “43” dated and marked with correct “CYL” and small Ordnance Bomb, and the receiver extension is numbered and matching to the gun. The shotgun is equipped with the WWIvintage 6-row ventilated handguard with bayonet adapter, remaining in excellent condition with a few light handling marks and specks of oxidation, and is unmarked as expected; the vast majority of Model 12 trench shotguns were equipped with the 4-row handguard, with a few exceptions from early in production. An honest Winchester Model 12 trenchgun that would fit well in a martial collection. (14B11730-1284) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
87. EXTREMELY EARLY & DESIRABLE U.S. MODEL 1903 ROD BAYONET RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SENT TO THE UNION METALLIC
CARTRIDGE CO. FOR AMMUNITION TESTING
serial #39, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild frosting nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling. This rifle is so early as to still be considered a prototype as, according to Springfield Research, the first standard machinemade rifle was serial #55. The included SRS letter indicates this rifle serial #39 was one of two sold to the Union Metallic Cartridge Co. on December 22, 1905 for use in testing ammunition being procured by the U.S. government. Scans of UMC’s requests, Ordnance memos and disposition page are also included. Barrel length measures exactly at 24” indicating the barrel was set back to accept 30-06, as was arsenal practice at the time of the update. Perhaps this was done while still in use by UMC in order to develop the new 30-06 cartridges. The distinctive front sight base retains a healthy amount of original blue while exposed portion of the barrel and the rear sight base have mostly toned to a medium graybrown patina, the left edges of the rear sight with a few small spots of old light pitting. The receiver retains about 90% original smoky gray oil-quenched case-hardening while the bolt handle is a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina. The bolt body itself remains properly in-the-white and mostly bright, the extractor retaining almost all of its lovely brilliant fire blue. The receiver markings remain crisp and the floorplate, triggerguard and smooth buttplate are mostly a mix of pewter gunmetal and gray-brown patina. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very good condition showing a little older added oil finish and the stock with some small shallow chips along the right edge against the buttplate and left of floorplate, and a repaired 5” crack on the underside of the forend back from the front band. Aside from a small “5” behind the triggerguard, the stock appears to be unmarked and the handguard otherwise appears to be of the correct style and length. The correct-style rear sight is intact along with the distinctive 23 1/2” rod bayonet and thin smooth trigger. The triggerguard slot is the updated variant that prevents firing if the trigger is pushed forward. The rear barrel band is a later split-bottom component, the follower is also a later part and an original muzzle cover is included. Always an extremely sought-after rifle, this example is even more desirable with its extremely low number and interesting history being shipped to an ammunition manufacturer. (13G11730-1376) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (20,000/30,000)
U.S. M1 CARBINE BY WINCHESTER
excellent condition as perhaps lightly refurbished with a few remnants of older abrasions against the buttplate and some drips of finish loss around the pistolgrip. The sling cut and underside of the 2-rivet handguard are stamped with a small “W” each, and the right side of the butt displays a likely restamped “W.R.A. / G.H.D.” cartouche and Ordnance Wheel, a ghostly remnant of a previous “W” just visible behind the stamp. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and all the marked parts bear Winchester codes. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, button safety, flat bolt, and Type II barrel band. Included is an IW-marked 15-round magazine, green canvas sling, and oiler. A fine all-matching Winchester M1 carbine, still in late-war configuration. (14A11871-4) {C&R} (1800/2200)
and a few light handling marks. The bolt retains about 80% blue with light operational wear. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good plus condition with a few light abrasion near the right-side toe, a few scattered light dings and handling marks, and some fine cleaning striations visible along the butt. The stock is boldly stamped with an Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the butt, and the sling cut and underside of the handguard show minute but crisp “W” stamps. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the all the marked parts show Winchester “W” codes, save the barrel band which is “SA” marked; curiously, the operating slide appears to have a partial “U” stamped overlapping the Winchester “W”. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, button safety, round bolt, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an unmarked 15-round magazine in near excellent condition, a green canvas sling showing verdigris on the clasp, and an oiler. A fine piece for a martial collection. (14A11835-3) {C&R} (1500/2000)
tinued in 1932, production of the Stevens 520-30 restarted a decade later to arm United States soldiers, sailors, and Marines with approximately 35,000 made across all models. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original brushed blue with some light wear on high edges and contact points, some scattered light handling marks, and the barrel toning very lightly brown under bright light. The bayonet mount shows the typical plum tone, the ventilated handguard of the proper 6-row variety. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with a tiny flake on the bottom of the wrist, a couple light dings, and a handful of minor handling marks, showing the correct sling swivel on the toe line and a proper grooved black plastic buttplate, and the stock is numbered and matching to the gun, beneath the tang which stands lightly proud on the underside. The metal markings remain crisp, showing correct “U.S.” and “P / (ordnance bomb)” on the left side of the receiver, additional “P” proofs and Ordnance Bomb on the barrel, and the barrel and underside of the tang are serialized and matching to the gun. A couple screws show minor slot wear, and the shotgun retains the brass bead front sight. An excellent example of these often overlooked trench shotguns, untouched by arsenal refurbishment; a must-have for a WWII martial collection. (14C11730-1283) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #623761, 30-06, 24” 12-14 dated Springfield Armory barrel with bright excellent bore and front sight cover. The exposed portion of the barrel retains about 97% original rust blue thinning slightly under bright light, and the bottom metal and barrel bands retain about 85% original blue with areas flaking to a nice graybrown patina. The receiver retains about 95% original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening with some touches of light wear on high edges and contact points, The handguard is in very fine condition, its only apology being a 4 1/2” hairline crack back from the front band. The attractive oiled finish straight grip walnut stock with grasping grooves is in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks, showing a crisp boxed “J.S.A.” cartouche on the left side and a serifed circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. The finely checkered Type 4 steel buttplate retains nearly all its blue with a touch of light wear at the heel. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the front extension of the triggerguard shows a very nice “(flaming bomb) / NRA”. The Model 1905 rear sight remains intact and functional. Included is a nickeled oiler, stored in the butt trap. This is a beautiful example of the desirable 1903 NRA sales rifle and would make an excellent addition to any martial collection. And as with all lownumbered Model 1903 rifles, no thought should be given to loading or firing this rifle and it is sold as a collectible only. (31A1170-1368) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #1448714, 30-06, 24” 7-31 dated Springfield Armory barrel with bright excellent bore and front sight cover. The exposed portion of the barrel retains about 98% arsenal-refurbished parkerized finish with a few pinprick pits beneath the finish, the barrel bands and bottom metal toned to a more gray-brown patina. The receiver retains perhaps 98% parkerized finish, with light handling marks, and minor high edge wear. The bolt shows light oxidation with areas flaking to a nice patina. The attractive pistolgrip walnut stock without grasping grooves is in excellent condition with lovely raised grain and a few minor handling marks, showing a crisp boxed “J.S.A.” cartouche on the left side and a circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the checkered Type 4 steel buttplate retains nearly all its parkerized finish. The proper sights are intact, and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a nickeled oiler, stored in the butt trap. A well-preserved example of an interwar rifle. (31A1170-1358) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2500)
a tiny amount of frosting at the throat. The exposed portion of the barrel has faded a bit, drifting towards gray with the years and moderate wear caused by a front sight cover . The receiver retains 98% gray-green parkerized finish, the raceways burnished bright. The brightpolished bolt rates very fine to perhaps near excellent showing only light operational wear and appropriate original armory polish and feathering. The bolt shroud is a nice case-hardened gray finish and features the headless cocking piece and reversed National Match safety, the bottom
The handguard is similar condition showing much original varnish and perhaps a light ding here or there. The barrel is star gauged, numbered S5579 under the top handguard. A check of SRS records and Frank Mallory’s “Summary of DCM Rifle Sales 1922-1945”does not locate the rifle however, this example clearly not sold as components nor as a service rifle with its National Match parts, numbered bolt and star gauged barrel. Included is a nickeled oiler, stored in the butt trap. As it sits, this is a lovely National Match rifle in an extremely fine state of condition (31A11730-1325) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
ACTION RIFLE
serial #1369209, 30-06, 24” 1-38 dated star gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a mostly bright bore exhibiting light pitting in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling. The exposed portion of the barrel retains 95% plus original blue, which has faded a bit, drifting towards gray with the years. The receiver retains 98% parkerized finish with touches of light wear on high edges and contact points, the raceways burnished bright. The bright-polished bolt rates very fine showing only light operational wear and appropriate original armory polish and feathering and is DC pencil-numbered to the gun on its top surface when the bolt is closed and the bolt shroud is a nice case-hardened gray finish. The bottom metal rates 98% plus parkerized finish with a nice gray-brown patina around the trigger guard. The American walnut pistolgrip red-russet varnish stock rates very good plus with lovely raised grain and some dings and handling marks throughout with circled P firing proof to the rear of the triggerguard and showing a light “DAL” boxed inspectors marking on the left of stock. The coarsely checkered National Match buttplate has drifted to a gunmetal gray with touches of light wear around the edges. The handguard is in very similar condition, its only apology being that it has broken into two pieces under the barrel band which was discovered while retrieving the barrel star gauged number of F938. A check of S RS records shows a delivery date of 5th of June 1934 to the DCM Rifle Sales and confirmed in the Frank Mallory’s “Summary of DCM Rifle Sales 19221945” as a “NMA1”. The rifle retains the standard open sights and appears to function well mechanically. As it sits this is a lovely National Match rifle in an extremely fine state.(31A11730-1361) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
95. EXCEPTIONAL & INTERESTING COL. JAMES G. BENTON EXPERIMENTAL SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER WITH PROPRIETARY LATCH SYSTEM
serial #6890, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This stunning revolver appears to be essentially un fired and features a special experimental latch system, the barrel catch locking over a single larger post atop the frame rather than the usual double post. The cylinder retention system is also heavily modified and secured via two points, a hook actuated by pushing the tall rear sight forward and a locking wheel along the underside of the barrel housing, this modification arguably being a great improvement over the original system which involved tinkering with screws and thin retainer plates. Smith & Wesson themselves would finally settle on the small hook integrated into the latch to retain the cylinder with the introduction of the New Model No. 3, but they always used the double post barrel-to-frame locking. The backstrap of the revolver is neatly engraved “Col. J.G. Benton” in script. James Gilchrist Benton was born in 1820 in Lebanon, NH and graduated from West Point in 1842. He served in ordnance his entire career culminating in becoming commander of Springfi in 1866. During his 15-year tenure he greatly expanded the Armory’s museum and reference collection and was an inventor in his haps devising the modifications to this revolver as well as inventing the Benton electro-ballistic pendulum chronograph and the now extremely rare experimental combination bayonet, field knife and entrenching tool of 1878, among other military implements. The revolver retains about 99% original nickel finish showing just a few minor handling marks and the nickel taking on some slight honest clouding under bright light to be expected. The latch retains all of its lovely bright blue and dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening, the rear sight and trigger with all of their dark gray case-hardening as well. The sides of the hammer show wonderful vibrant case-hardened colors with the triggerguard drifting somewhat to a pleasant smooth smoky gray. The barrel shows single line address and patent dates and the smooth walnut grips are excellent showing somewhat worn original varnish and a few tiny handling marks. The grips are un-numbered and retain perfect fit showing some nice grain figure as well and the cylinder is matching the frame while the barrel and latch are, surprisingly, un-numbered. This is a beautiful and intriguing revolver connected to a prominent ordnance officer that will be a unique addition to the most advanced Smith & Wesson or perhaps U.S. martial collection. (13E11730-235) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel finish with scattered light flaking and pinprick pitting toning to deep gray throughout the high edges and some other scattered light dings from the years. The triggerguard and hammer are mostly a silvery pewter gunmetal patina and the single line barrel address and patent dates remain quite crisp. The revolver wears a set of smooth period antique ivory grips with somewhat ill-fitting escutcheons and screw but these components are also from the period and the grips rate very fine with shrinkage around the edges and
serial #30595, 44 Henry RF, 8” barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing some areas of light pitting and old oxidation with strong rifling. This interesting revolver has a full complement of rare features with its rimfire cham bering and desirable Kittredge retailer marking. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina with some scattered pinprick pitting and a few old light dings. There are some generous remnants of original bright blue lurking throughout the pro tected areas, the triggerguard and hammer retain some smoky remnants of case-hardening and the latch and trigger show fading gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the topstrap shows period “C. KITTREDGE & CO. / CIN. O.” retailer marking in familiar arched form. The smooth walnut grips re main in very good condition as lightly cleaned long ago with edges a little shy of the frame and showing some old dings along
RUSSIAN NO. 3 THIRD MODEL REVOLVER
BY
serial #28269, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and cylinder of this 1893-dated revolver retain about 60% original bright blue with the balance flaking to a pleasant plum-
original bright blue with the balance similar to the barrel while the spur triggerguard and hammer have mostly toned to gray-brown patina with some smoky remnants of case-hardening. All markings remain intact and strong showing ex tensive Russian inspector and acceptance marks throughout and the lanyard ring is intact. The smooth walnut grips are un-numbered and remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and inspector stamp on the left grip. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame, barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action is crisp. This is a very attractive example made by the Russian imperial arms factory that are rather difficult to find. (13C11730-288) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/3500)
RUSSIAN NO. 3 THIRD MODEL REVOLVER BY LUDWIG
serial #35164, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 75-80% original bright blue with scattered light flaking to mild gray-brown patina under bright light and some scattered light dings and handling marks, a bit more noticeable along the frontstrap behind the guard and top edge of the sideplate. The hammer and spur triggerguard retain some wisps of smoky case-hardened colors mostly drifting to a nice smooth gray while the remaining small parts retain fine dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. All markings remain intact and strong showing proper Russian inspector and acceptance marks and Model 1874 designation
un-numbered smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition with some scattered light dings. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The revolver appears to have seen little actual use as the chambers and bore retain most of their original bright blue. A fine Ludwig Lowe-made No. 3 seldom seen in this country with any condition. (13C11730-283) {ANTIQUE} [Peter De Rose Collection] (2500/3500)
STUNNING GUSTAVE YOUNG EXHIBITION ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER DISPLAYED BY THE COMPANY AT THE MOSCOW & VIENNA WORLD FAIRS IN 1872 & 1873 AND AT THE CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION IN
serial #7532, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This outstanding revolver features some of Gustave Young’s finest work consisting of wonderfully executed detailed flowing foliate scrollwork overlapping throughout and with clean punch-dot background shading and light geometric bordering. The sides of the frame prominently feature Young’s trademark dog heads emerging from the scrollwork and spewing more scroll from their maws. This revolver is featured in many important works on firearms engraving and Smith & Wesson arms including: page 69 of the “Standard Catalog” by Supica & Nahas, page 65 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly, page 193 of “Steel Canvas” by R.L. Wilson and pages 65-66 of the “Artistry In Arms” exhibit catalog by Roy Jinks. The revolver was also awarded a certificate of recognition and silver medallion by the NRA (Award No. 162) at their 105th Annual Meetings held on April 4, 1976, the owner at that time being listed as Roy Jinks. The revolver is in an attractive dual tone finish with blue barrel and the balance gold-plated. The barrel retains about 85% original bright blue showing a few sparse minor oxidation speckles and most of the loss due to some overall light flaking to an attractive smooth gray-brown patina under bright light. The remaining surfaces retain about 90% original gold finish with some scattered fine flaking and oxidation speckling toning to gray-brown patina. All embellishments remain intact and wonderful and the revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate near excellent, the left panel showing some light chipping around the escutcheon and at the toe that is relatively minor. Grip fit is otherwise excellent and the pearl shows some beautiful iridescence and structure. The hand spring seems to be broken or missing as the cylinder does not rotate but the hammer cocks normally. The revolver is housed in what Roy Jinks refers to as a “dealer’s sample case”, it is a faux leather cloth paper-bound and rather slim case with double brass catches and handle. The case is very fine showing some light flaking along the exterior and the interior is lined in red suede that exhibits some moderate fading. The case contains a steel cleaning rod, hollow-handled brass screwdriver with attachments inside and four cartridges which are wired into the case for display purposes. After its display at the various exhibitions, this revolver was sold to prominent dealer M.W. Robinson of New York City. This is an exquisite and unique revolver showcasing the preeminent skill of Gustave Young and his partnership with Smith & Wesson. (13F117301173) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (75 ,000/125,000)
101. RARE & EXCELLENT COLT SECOND GENERATION SHERIFF’S MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #0264SM, 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 man
and desirable revolver. Although sales of the original guns were slow they now command considerable collector attention. This beautiful little gun appears virtually as-new and remains in wonderful condition. The revolver retains about 99% original blue while the frame retains robust swirls of rich case-hardened colors. The grips are beautiful smooth ivory with gold Colt medallions, they are numbered to the gun and remain in superb condition. This gun features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, the left side of the barrel is marked “COLT SHERIFFS MODEL .45”, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A wonderful opportunity for the Single MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2500/4000)
102. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #78383, 357 Magnum, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful 1968-manufactured revolver remains in wonderful condition and retains about 99% original Colt Royal blue with minor muzzle wear. The service trigger and target
blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered finger groove factory Pachmayr “Gripper” synthetic combat grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Accro rear sight. Pythons remain a favorite with Colt collectors. (8B11523-85) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/3000)
excellent bore. This lovely 1976-manufactured revolver remains in excellent condition and retains about 98-99% original Colt Royal blue with minor wear around the muzzle and topstrap. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The smooth unmarked mother-of-pearl grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Accro rear sight. A fine piece for the collector showing MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
103. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #R18529, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This excellent revolver is engraved in full-coverage Class D American-style scroll and shows proper “COLT ENG” stamp on the inside left of frame. The lovely flowing foliate scrollwork shows fine detailing throughout and acanthus leaf-style motifs in the cylinder flutes. The metal surfaces retain 99% original full bright nickel with just the slightest hint of a thin turn line starting to form. All embellishments remain crisp and the revolver wears a set of smooth dark rosewood grips with brass Colt Custom Shop medallions that rate excellent showing a few sparse tiny dings here and there that are unobtrusive. The revolver is sighted with adjustable square notch rear sight and serrated blade front. The included factory letter does not list the stocks but otherwise confirms the configuration as a Class D-engraved gun shipped to M&N Distributors of Torrance California on October 24, 1979 in a three-gun shipment. This revolver is also pictured and described on pages 132 and 133 of “Colt’s Double Action Revolvers-The Post War Era” by Brown. A beautiful factory engraved revolver for the snake gun collector. (13D11759-33) {MODERN} (8,000/12,000)
105. EXCELLENT COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #K38609, 357 Magnum, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1976-manufactured revolver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original nickel. The service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel. The checkered walnut third type factory target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in superb condition. It is sighted with a serrated blue ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Accro rear sight. It includes the original factory
excellent although there are later added surcharge price stickers from the gun store. A beautiful example with desirable nickel finish. (8B11523-80) {MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2500/4000)
COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER PRESENTED TO MAJOR GENERAL HENRY HAVELOCK BY BOSTON BUSINESSMAN FREDERIC TUDOR
barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing crisp rifling throughout. This desirable factory-engraved Colt by Gustave Young bears a fine period inscription along the backstrap “MAJ. GEN. HAVELOCK, C.B. / by Frederic Tudor. Boston. / 1857 U.S.A.a”. Major General Sir Henry Havelock is most well-known for his recapture of Cawnpore during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, unfortunately dying a few dies afterwards from dysentery. Frederic Tudor was a prominent Boston busi nessman around the same time popularly dubbed the “Ice King” for his pioneer ing international trade in ice. He amassed a fortune shipping cut New England ice around the globe, including to many British imperial possessions such as India and Hong Kong. Perhaps this revolver was intended as a congratulatory token to the general for his success in India (no doubt Tudor had business interests to protect!), but one wonders if the General even received it before his untimely demise. It no doubt made its way to England at least, perhaps retained by family, as it was offered in a Christies auction some 15 years ago. The revolver has suffered a bit from poor storage throughout the years but otherwise seems to have seen almost no actual use. The barrel retains perhaps 40% original bright blue while the five-shot cylinder has mostly toned to gray-brown patina, the surfaces of both with areas of cleaned old oxidation and light to moderate pitting in a few areas. The cylinder safety pins are otherwise almost completely intact and the loading lever, frame and hammer are a similar patina as the cylinder with generous remnants of silvery casehardened patina and a few wisps of vibrant colors lurking about the protected areas. The back edges of the frame show areas of moderate old pitting but the embellishments are generally intact and strong throughout. The backstrap and triggerguard retain about 90% original silver finish showing mild high edge wear. The embellishments show all the expected fine details of Gustave Young with lovely flowing foliate scrollwork, floral motifs and punch-dot background shading, dog’s head in scroll along the left side of the barrel, wolf’s head hammer, “COLTS PATENT” hand-engraved on the left side of the frame and the top of the barrel with the familiar inscribed “Saml Colt”. The revolver wears a smooth antique ivory grip that is properly ink-numbered matching the gun along the backstrap inlet and rates very fine showing a few areas of oxidation leaching along the edges, slight shrinkage and thin age checks forming, otherwise bearing a nice rich patina. The serial number shows a “1” or “I” suffix, all of the parts are matching including the wedge and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. This is a rather handsome revolver with interesting provenance. (13D11896-155) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #6547 (cylinder), .42 cal & about 18 bore, 6 5/8” octagon barrel with oxidized bore and the shotgun bore also showing significant oxidation. This characterful Lemat is in fair to near relic condition certainly bearing the appearance of something left out in the elements and recovered many decades later. The metal surfaces are mostly a deep oxidized plum-brown patina with scattered active oxidation and old pitting, a number of parts also lost to the years such as the loading lever assembly, takedown pin, hand and probably some other smaller components. The barrel flat retains a good legible “LEMAT & GIRARD’S PATENT LONDON” marking along with evident British proof marks, bore marking along underside of shotgun barrel and cylinder with mostly legible serial number that very much appears to be “6547”. The serial number on the right side of the barrel is mostly lost to old pitting though the last digit appears to be “7” and further disassembly was not attempted. The smooth walnut grips are fair replacements from the period of use showing a number of moderate drying cracks along their lengths and ad-hoc old nail repairs, the grips themselves held on by a peened-over nail. The trigger spring is weak though the hammer will amazingly still hold when manual pressure is applied to the rear of the trigger. In “LeMat The Man, the Gun” by Forgett and Serpette, they speculate the serial number blocks in the 6000 and 7000 range may have been skipped as none were observed but this example really does appear to be a 6000 number. An interesting piece for the Civil War collector. (13D11896-214) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
CONFEDERATE KERR PATENT SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER BY
serial #1713, 54 bore (.442 cal), 5 3/8” octagon barrel with a fair-good bore showing moderate oxidation and old pitting its full-length but otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a mix of deep gunmetal and medium gray-brown patina with some scat-
tered light pit ting, old dings and a few flakes of original bright blue lurking about the protected areas. The markings re main intact and mostly strong showing the expected Lon don Armoury markings, London proof marks and Kerr’s Patent mark. The checkered walnut grip remains in very good condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the check ering with honest wear and the front surface retaining a faint but dis cernible “JS / (Anchor)” Confederate inspector mark. The base pin retainer spring on the left side of the frame is rather bent out of shape and the base pin and its retainer screw are later replacements. The cylinder is matching the frame, the lanyard ring is intact, and the action is functional with somewhat loose timing and lock-up. A very re spectable example of one of the South’s most numerous and popular British-supplied revolvers. (13C11896-165) {ANTIQUE}
109. VERY FINE CASED VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS CO. LEVER ACTION NAVY PISTOL
serial #555, .41 cal, 8” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 85% plus original blue showing some high edge wear, light dings and a few small pinprick pits along the left side. The muzzle band retains about 92% lovely bright blue and all barrel markings remain crisp. The frame has toned to a pleasant medium ocher patina showing a few light handling marks and small spots of old tarnish retaining fine edges and sideplate fit throughout. The hammer and trigger retain most of their vibrant case-hardened colors while the remaining small parts retain a healthy amount of their original bright blue and fire blue finishes, quite brilliant in areas, these more fragile finishes often entirely gone on most examples. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition with about 97% original varnish showing just a few small dings and subtle edge wear. The hooked extractor has mostly worn from the years and the original sights are intact. The lever hangs a little bit but the action otherwise seems to function smartly. The original mahogany case is in near excellent condition showing some light dings and handling marks along the exterior, the base lined with an old piece of green baize. The interior is lined in blue velvet, possibly refurbished very long ago during the period of use and shows mild wear. The lidded compartment contains a partially intact original tin box holding a full complement of original rocket ball ammunition, some have lost their caps or have deteriorated somewhat, but the vast majority are intact and in very fine condition. The case also contains a brass-tipped hickory cleaning rod, smaller blued steel combination tool/rod and a key. An excellent ensemble and a quintessential piece for the finest of Winchester or lever action rifle collections. (13E11730-8) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
28 bore (0.550 cal), 8 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a little scattered mild pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel and breech cover retain about 92% of an older reapplied quality rust blue showing a little mild pinprick pitting be-
appear to be serial-numbered. The smooth walnut stock rates very good plus having dark ened from the years and showing some overall light dings and handling marks, otherwise with a nice honest appearance overall. The nosecap is missing and the brass triggerguard and buttcap with swivel are a medium ocher patina. There is no rear sighting groove, the front sight is a generous blade and the lock is crisp. This peculiar rimfire system was developed by Westley Richards around 1864, patent No. 2633 of October 22, 1864, the hammer hitting a bar-like firing pin which protrudes at the 12 o-clock position in the chamber ahead of the brass breech plug. Two different cartridges were developed, one with a copper capsule base and the other self-combusting with no need to extract any remnants. The British military found no benefit in this system over the standard monkey tail that was still breechloading but used a percussion cap. A very good example of a seldom seen variant for the British antique arms collector. (13B11896-215) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
111.
WINCHESTER MODEL 1892
rel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore showing pronounced rifling. This is an excellent example of the 20” saddle ring carbine. The barrel and magazine tube on this 1921-manufactured carbine retain about 95% blue lightly toned with a brown patina and all factory markings remaining crisp. The action retains perhaps 70% original blue with a balance toned to a gray-brown patina with light handling marks and mild ghosting of the saddle ring while the lever, hammer, and loading gate retain 95% original blue with very light oxidation speckling throughout. The plain walnut stocks rate very good plus with old added finish showing light han dling marks while the grain is pronounced and the fit is very fine. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine sight and a steel blade front sight both retaining much of their original blue. This is a very fine example of a lightly used b cared for 92 saddle ring carbine with a nice bore. (24B11523-46) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1500/2000)
112. FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE
serial #451129, 30 WCF, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellentbine retain about 95% original blue with light pitting toward the muzzle cleaned long -
inal blue with light silvery high edge wear and mild flaking resulting in an intermixed brown patina. There is very light saddle ring ghosting on the left side and the barrel bands have flaked to an even mix of mottled gray-brown patina and original blue. The loading gate retains almost all of its brilliant fire blue, the bolt shows about 97% original blue, and all markings are intact and crisp. The lever and hammer retain vibrant color from case-hardening with -
magazine and a bright about very good plus bore showing light pitting throughout the grooves and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1914-made carbine shows a pleasant gray-brown patina with oxidation staining along the woodline, old scuffs on and ahead of the rear barrel band, and generous blue in the protected areas. The barrel is stamped “BROWNING BROS CO OGDEN U.” ahead of the rear sight which has softened slightly indicating that this carbine was stamped to advertise the Browning Brother’s sporting-goods store. The magazine tube retains about 60% original blue with a balance toned to gray-brown patina while the barrel bands display a bright gunmetal patina. The action, bolt, hammer, and lever are a medium gunmetal gray with old light pitting throughout and a replaced upper tang screw adding to the character of the carbine. The plain walnut stocks remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and refinished with scattered dings throughout and some of the edges a little bit shy of the metal however, the grain is raised and fine. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight and a front brass blade. An honest carbine with an interesting history. (24C11523-47) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
01B, 44 WCF, 20” octagon barrel with full magazine and a partially bright bore with moderate pitting throughout but otherwise strong rifling. The barrel and magazine of this 1891-made rifle have thinned to a medium gray-brown patina with modest old pitting along the woodline and toward the muzzle which has some crown damage. The barrel is marked for the chambering and the markings are softened yet clearly legible. The action and dust cover, slightly loose-fitting when closed, have flaked to a deep gunmetal-gray with light accents of iridescent blue throughout. The action shows some minor impact marks and light pitting throughout, the screws show some slot wear and perhaps the tang screw was replaced, and there is a light hand-marked inscription on the right side. The lever and hammer carry the same gunmetal-gray patina with some deeper pitting on the hammer while the carrier is a nice, toned brass showing character. The straight grip walnut stock shows sign of age with scattered dings throughout and a dent on the right toward the buttplate while the forend has some dings along the woodline; both of which have been cleaned and a finish reapplied long ago however, retaining very nice grain. The rifle is sighted with a standard semi-buckhorn rear sight that is loose in the dovetail with a replaced elevator but should be an easy fix while the front sight is an old replaced blade. The rifle comes with a factory letter confirming the configuration and is an honest example of an 1873 short rifle. (24B11523-27) {ANTIQ UE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (2500/4000)
115. RARE & DESIRABLE DOCUMENTED NEW MEXICO SHIPPED & FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER
serial #329150, 44-40, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a little scattered oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling. This fine revolver was shipped in a single gun order on December 16, 1914 to the Simmons Hardware Company of St. Louis, Missouri and sold to the Edward Hart Company of Gallup, New Mexico. The included factory letter also confirms the barrel length, silver finish and factory engraving along with stocks listed as “pearl with carved mountain sheep head motif”. This “ram’s head” motif is associated with Native Americans and more specifically the Navajo tribe. Leadership of the Navajo’s were known to have received engraved or other-
RARE SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH EXPERIMENTAL ETCHED EMBELLISHMENTS
serial #230314, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. This is an interesting Third Model revolver with etched embellishments very similar to another example we sold out of the Donald C. Fogg collection which was a 32 Safety Hammerless. In our correspondence with Roy Jinks he noted 11 38 Safety Hammerless revolvers that were etched and Peter DeRose’s notes indicate his correspondence with Roy has the factory records listing
phia. The etchings are quite attractive and tasteful consisting of flowing foliate scrollwork throughout and the metal surfaces retain perhaps 70% original nickel finish with flaked areas along the sides of the barrel and frame mostly toning to pewter gun metal which is blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel also showing a little mild oxidation staining and small ding on the backstrap. The etchings are mostly intact and strong exhibiting some slight softening along the left side of the barrel, the triggerguard retains perhaps 70% original bright blue and the hammer and trigger show smoky case-hardening. The barrel address and patent dates are crisp and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing some light dings and edge wear. The right panel is scratch-numbered “138925” but fits well and the remaining numbered parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. An unusual example for the advanced collector. (13B11730-386) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
117. FINE SILVER-FINISHED SMITH & WESSON 38 PERFECTED MODEL REVOLVER
serial #54351, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely re volver retains about 98% original silver finish showing just a hint of high edge wear and the finish taking on a very attractive even mild tarnish. The hammer and trigger retain essentially all of their lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and the latch retains all of its bright blue. The revolver wears a set of smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips in very fine condition showing a few tiny shallow flakes along the top edges and a slight depression
right panel. The grips are both scratch-numbered “746” on their interiors and they fit well. The remaining numbered parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. An excellent Perfected, this model is rarely seen with special finishes. (13B11730-403) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #3425, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright ex cellent bore. This lovely Baby Russian retains about 99% original nickel finish showing just a few sparsely scat tered tiny dings and light handling marks. The hammer shows fine vibrant case-hardened colors while the re maining small parts retain essentially all of their nice dark gray oilquenched case-hardening. A couple screw heads show a little minor slot wear and the barrel address and patent dates are crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition with perfect fit and the right panel pencil-numbered to the gun. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The in cluded factory pebbled green box rates about very fine showing some light fraying and flaking along the edges and the full-sized lid label mostly intact with some light flaking and moderate darkening from the years showing
inside lid label shows a Simmons Hardware Co. ink stamp. (13B11730-144) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2000)
119. FINE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #14303, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Baby Russian retain about 90% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some light flaking along the sides of the barrel and a few cylinder flats toning to a nice gray-brown patina under bright light, a couple tiny dings and some disassembly marks along the cyl inder. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors, the screw heads show nice pale fire blue and the other small parts retain excellent dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The smooth walnut grips rate excellent show ing a couple tiny handling marks and retaining excellent fit. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included factory pebbled green box rates about very fine showing some light fraying and flaking along the edges and the full-sized lid label mostly intact with
$14.00. The interior shows mild wear missing its internal spacers with instruction label intact. (13B11730-147) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2000)
revolvers have the cylinder patent dates covered by engraving, none seen so far have these dates engraved on the backstrap.” Despite its deluxe configuration, the revolver has seen a little bit of use in its day but remains in very fine condition. The barrel and ejector rod retain about 40% original bright blue in the protected areas flaking to gray-brown patina and showing a bit of old oxidation or pinprick pits here and there along the high edges. The cylinder is mostly a deep gray patina while the frame retains about 95% original gold finish that shows some scattered mild high edge wear to pleasant ocher brass. All of the embellishments are intact and quite crisp along with thick gold line borders inlaid along the sides of the barrel, muzzle, hammer and cylinder circumference. The engraving is of
barrel bears the aforementioned woman’s face integrated into the scroll while the right side shows lovely dog’s head. Dog’s heads also grace both sides of the frame and top of frame behind hammer and the backstrap is engraved in script with the three patent dates. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips remain in near excellent condition with a few small minor flakes along some of the edges, a tiny chip also at the left heel that is very minor. The deluxe factory case features a fine rosewood veneer and French-fitted velvet interior and rates near excellent showing some light handling marks and honest craquelure along the exterior. The lock escutcheon is ivory and the lid inlay is neatly engraved “J.R. Albertson / May 2d. 1864”, a bit of a mystery as a cursory search has not uncovered this Mr. Albertson and the date of 1864 would be one year earlier than Mr. Jinks’s comments on the factory record (perhaps Young was actually commissioned in May of 1864?). The interior contains a brass cleaning rod and features a small lidded compartment holding a key and full 63-round cartridge block. This is a stunning one-of-a-kind cased No. 1 likely made on the order of D.B. Wesson for a special purpose presentation. (13G11730-1192) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (40,000/60,000)
The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number “9”, barrel-to-frame
fit is solid and the action seems to func tion well me chanically. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described on July 3, 1861 to J.P. Brewer & Co. of Springfield, Massachusetts. This is a very fine and desirable example for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (13C11730-63) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
122. FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
serial #68764, 32 RF, 6” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some mild frosting in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. This revolver was made during the transition to late production features and is equipped with checkered trigger, new style hammer checkering and recessed grip screw head. The barrel and frame retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking to a pleasant smooth gray-brown patina under bright light and most of the loss due to flaking along the backstrap. The cylinder has mostly flaked to a nice smooth gray patina with some remnant flakes of bright blue, the hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and the ejector rod and trigger retain generous wisps of colors drifting to a pleasant smoky gray. The smooth rosewood grips rate excellent retaining essentially all of their original varnish, the base of the right panel with a series of small dings. Grip fit is excellent and the right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching by serial number. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the action will require some mechanical attention as the hand spring is broken causing the cylinder to not rotate but the hammer otherwise remains crisp. The included original mahogany case is in very fine condition with some scattered light dings and edge wear along the exterior, one corner of the lid warping up slightly. The interior is lined in blue baize that shows some honest fading and a cleaning rod and key are present. A fine later-production example made around 1870. (13B11730-77) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
serial #20824, 32 RF, 6” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. We have encountered a handful of etched Smith & Wesson revolvers, which the company did experiment with slightly later than when this revolver was made. Work from this time period may have been performed by the nearby Ames company, known of course for their fancy etching techniques on swords. This revolver features attractive foliate motifs throughout the sides of the barrel, top rib, frame and cylinder circumference with light background shading. The barrel address is flanked by dots and the sides of the barrel also feature a nice patriotic shield, stands of arms and thirteen star motif. The butt is also neatly inscribed with the original owner’s name “A.S. Sweet”. It appears the arm was originally silver-plated, with some of that finish remaining along the recoil shield, back surface of the cylinder, and butt of frame the majority of the metal surfaces otherwise appearing to be mostly bear metal and a pleasant medium gray patina showing a few old dings along the underside of the barrel and some old oxidation staining here and there. The etchings remain mostly strong, particularly along the barrel, with some mild smoothing along the sides of the frame, and the revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips that are no doubt original displaying a fine patina with a few age checks and striations. Their fit is a little shy along the edges but otherwise good and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good with a hint of play and the action seems to function well mechanically. The included antique mahogany case remains in very good plus to very fine condition with a thin drying crack along the lid and a well-executed repair along one corner of the lid and base. The base shows an old green felt covering and the interior is lined in green velvet which is probably an older restoration. While the National Park Service database of Civil War soldiers has a number of soldiers with first initial “A” and surname “Sweet”, there does not appear to be a definitive “A.S.”, but this revolver was made in time for use during the Civil War and this model was popular with officers and others as a private purchase. This is a very attractive revolver with interesting and unusual period embellishments. (13D11730-74) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (7000/9000)
124. RARE SHORT-BARRELED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER
serial #15181, 32 RF, 4” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver shows a factory rework re-blue mark on the left side of the frame beneath the grip dated January 1945. The metal surfaces retain about 90% factory refurbished bright blue with most of the loss due to some scattered light oxidation speckling and flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light. The small parts retain some generous wisps of case-hardened colors drifting to a pleasant smoky gray patina and the barrel address and patent dates along the cylinder remain
varnish and a small repair along the bottom edge of the left panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching by serial number and the cylinder is matching the frame by assembly number. The barrel does not have any as sembly number but is obviously an original factory 4” barrel based on the spacing of the markings and the slight beveled edges at the end of the rib. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action is crisp. An attractive and desirable variant made in time for use during the Civil War. (13B11730-84) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collec(2000/4000)
ORIGINAL NICKEL FINISH
serial #14346, 44-40, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore showing just a couple small patches of pitting. High condition 1873 First Model carbines are very scarce, a full nickel finished one elevates the rarity to a whole other level. The barrel and magazine retain 97% original nickel plated finish overall which has dulled nicely and has a won derful antique appearance. There are some old tool marks on either side of barrel at breech, they are unobtrusive but worthy of mention. The action shows about 90% original nickel, again dulled nicely with age and with loss due to scattered light flaking, there is one area on the left sideplate which accounts for the majority of the loss. It should be noted that the metal where finish is lost is almost the same color as the dull original nickel making the gun appear in even higher condition that it already is. The cartridge lifter retains about 97% original nickel with just a hint of brass coming through. The loading gate retains a good deal of original fire blue and the hammer shows faded original color case hardening. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent retaining 95% original finish with nice raised grain feel. The buttplate retains lots of original nickel with loss on toe and heel only where contact is made when the carbine is standing vertically. The carbine retains its original three-piece iron cleaning rod in the butt and the original carbine sights remain intact. Most screwheads appear untouched, all are excellent. Mr. Gaines acquired the carbine at the Butterfield and Butterfield sale of Robert Howard’s collection in March of 1991. A prize piece for the Winchester or Frontier collector. (1F11874-41) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collec tion] (15,000/25,000)
126. RARE AND EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 FIRST MODEL OPEN TOP RIFLE IN HALF NICKEL FINISH
serial #430, 45-75, 27 1/2” barrel with a very good bore that shows strong rifling throughout with a little patchy light pitting. The barrel of this rifle has had about 1/2” removed from the muzzle with dovetails for magazine hanger and front sight unaltered. The barrel and magazine show a pleasing mix of original blue and a smooth brown patina with address remaining clean and crisp. The action along with the hammer, lever, buttplate and sling swivels all show about 95% of what appears to be original nickel-plated finish. There is light bubbling and minor flaking to the finish, all edges remain crisp and finish shows proper age. The rifle is equipped with a set of sling swivels mounted in the toeline of the stock and into the bottom of the nosecap. The stocks rate excellent showing about 95% original finish with nice, raised grain feel. The stocks fit beautifully and show just the normal handling marks one would expect. This is the variation with the trigger block pin a part of the lever. The rifle is sighted with Winchester sporting rear and front barrel sights. The early 1876 records are quite vague, this rifle is listed as a round barreled rifle with plain trigger received in the warehouse on September 17, 1877 and shipped the following day. Mr. Gaines acquired this rifle at an auction on Cape Cod during the mid 1980's. A rare and desirable Winchester rifle. (1F11874-50) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection](6000/8000)
WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 FLATSIDE LEVER
plus bore with some pinprick pitting and a spot or two of minor oxidation, still showing strong rifling throughout. The receiver of this 1896-made rifle retains about 50-60% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, with light to more moderate wear on high edges and contact points, some scattered light handling marks and pinprick pitting, and some areas toning lightly to brown; the bolt retains about 80% original blue with light thinning and high edge wear. The hammer exhibits some lovely case-hardened colors along the sides, the spine showing muted color, and silvering on the high edges. The barrel is toned to a mixed blue-brown patina under bright light with light silvering along the high edges, some strong remnants of original blue in protected areas, and some fine pitting and remnants of old oxidation near the muzzle. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and schnabel-style forend with ebony tip insert are in very good plus condition with a tiny chip at the left corner of the wrist, a few smoothed over older light dings and handling marks, and the steel buttplate is a bit proud at the toe; the steel buttplate has toned to a mottled gray-brown patina with a few remnants of blue and some softened pinprick pitting. The two-line barrel address and other factory markings are intact and crisp. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman bead front sight and a sporting-style semi-buckhorn rear sight, and the receiver was once adorned with a Lyman receiver sight, which has since been removed. An honest example of the desirable flatside Model 1895. (14B11854-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
partially bright very good bore with light pinprick pitting, some oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1903-made carbine is mostly a pleasant gray-brown patina with scattered light oxidation staining and generous original blue in the protected areas. The magazine tube retains about 92% original blue with light handling marks. The action is a relatively even mix of bright blue and medium gunmetal gray patina with light oxidation speckling and a ghost ring on the left side. The lever retains remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and all proper markings remain intact and strong. The plain walnut stocks are very good plus with perhaps remnants of some older added finish and light handling marks otherwise retaining very fine fit and showing nice grain. The carbine is sighted with a Lyman two leaf folding rear sight and an ivory bead front sight. A solid 1892 carbine in a desirable chambering. (24B11716-16) {C&R} (1800/2200)
066023, 30 WCF, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1930-made carbine retain about 90% original blue with minor handling marks throughout. The action has toned to a gunmetal gray with some mixed brown and generous original blue in the protected areas while the lever shows silvery high edge wear and shares the patina of the action. The plain walnut stocks are very good showing light han-
serial #4997194, 30-06, 24” 12-43 dated 2-groove Remington barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few patches of pinprick pitting. The metal surfaces retain about 95% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, a few spots toning lightly to brown, and a few minor handling marks. The lower barrel band and bolt retain about 90% arsenal blue with light wear and fine remnants of oxidation; the bolt handle has been neatly modified to clear the scope, and shows a even plum patina. The “scant” style walnut stock and handguard are in very good condition with an about 2” crack in the handguard ahead of the lower barrel band, some scattered light dings, divots, and handling marks, and an added finish; a small shim is present between the right side of the receiver ring and the stock. The stock is marked with a faint “RA (ordnance wheel) FJA” on the left, a pair of lightgerguard, and a “MRT / 11-62” marked leather cheekpiece of the type typically used on M1C and M1D sniper rifles is mounted to the -
ceiver markings are properly offset, and are crisp along with the barrel markings, and the visibly marked parts appear to be of Remington manufacture. The rifle features a proper Redfield base, the rings showing light oxidation throughout, and is sighted with a M84 telescopic sight, serial #30438. The scope is in very good plus condition with some scattered light handling marks, the glass largely clear with some scattered detritus visible but the optic appearing to remain entirely usable, and the rubber eyepiece is intact. A solid example of the U.S. Army’s WWII sniper rifle. (14A11810-34) {C&R} (2500/4000)
serial #443600, 30-40 Krag, 30” barrel with an excellent bore. The receiver displays a lovely smoky oil-quenched case-hardened patina with areas drifting to a lighter gray and some light high edge wear, and the barrel, bands, and triggerguard retain about 95% original blue with some high edge wear, scattered specks of oxidation, and handling marks. The bolt body remains bright with scattered gray freckling, the balance retaining a nice smoky case-hardened patina, and the extractor exhibits won derfully vibrant fire blue. The walnut stock and handguard are in excellent condition with a few light dings and handling mark and bears a crisp boxed “JSA / 1903” cartouche and circled “P” proof, and either side of the butt is neatly marked “H” in black paint; the steel buttplate retains about 75% blue. The receiver markings remain crisp. The rifle retains the standard blade front sight paired with the correct Model 1901 rear sight, the elevation adjusting smoothly while the windage adjustment appears frozen. Included is a period leather sling in about very good condition with areas of flaking and wear. A wonderful example from near the end of production. (14B11776-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)
132. EARLY U.S. MODEL 1892 KRAG BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
throughout. This early 1894-dated rifle retains much of its original fea tures, some aspects of which have been neatly restored to their original early configuration. The proper flat muzzle, bolt body without lightening cut, bolt without hold-open pin, receiver without notch for hold-open pin, buttstock with straight toe and no compartment in butt and straight buttplate without trap are intact. The front barrel band has been neatly modified to re-accept the cleaning rod and the stock likely had its cleaning rod channel plugged during arsenal update which has since been unplugged to accommodate the nicely made reproduction brass-tipped cleaning rod. The rear sight is the updated 1896 style. The barrel retains generous original blue drifting to a mild blue-gray patina with scattered light handling marks and gray-brown undertones. The action also retains generous remnants of smoky oil-quenched case-hardening mixing with plum-brown patina and showing some scattered light pitting, the bolt body partially bright and all markings remaining quite strong. The walnut stock and handguard remain in about very good condition as-cleaned and refinished showing a dark reddish-brown varnish showing scattered light dings, a 3/4” crack at the upper tang and a repair beneath the rear band. The stock retains a visible circled serifed “P” firing proof and proper boxed “SWP / 1894” cartouche on the left side. The magazine cover is matching the receiver. A very respectable “example piece” of an early Krag for the martial collector. (13B11673-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
29/30, 2025
133. EXCEPTIONALLY RARE & IMPORTANT U.S. MODEL 1892 KRAG CARBINE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #1574, 30-40 Krag, 22” barrel with proper flat muzzle and a mostly bright very fine bore showing some frosting and mild oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This carbine is one of only two Model 1892 carbines made by Springfield Armory on an experimental basis. One carbine was sent to the Board on Cavalry Drill Regulations at Fort Riley in Kansas on June 14, 1894 and another was sent to Rock Island Arsenal on July 7 to use for designing rifle racks. The carbine sent to Rock Island Arsenal was believed to be serial number 1015 and the example with that serial number is still housed in their museum. Serial #1015 is pictured and described in “The Krag Rifle Story” by Mallory and Olson and “The Krag Rifle” by Brophy and both writers note some updates that were performed on it. In May of 1895 the Chief of Ordnance received two new model carbines for evaluation, one essentially identical to the first two 1894-made carbines, and one incorporating the Board on Cavalry Drill Regulations recommendations which would essentially become the Model 1896 carbine. So this carbine, serial #1574, is no doubt the example sent to the Board on Cavalry Drill Regulations in 1894. This carbine is also well-known in the advanced Krag collector circles as it has quite an interesting history. It originally surfaced many decades ago at a gun shop having been very lightly sporterized with the addition of a commercial receiver sight and removal of the handguard, rear barrel band and sling ring hardware from the original stock. The gun passed to Krag collector and expert Tom Pearce who had it meticulously restored to its correct configuration, it is believed he had contact with Springfield Armory to acquire the proper measurements from their example in order to fabricate the sling ring hardware, distinctive rear barrel band, handguard and a few other smaller components. All of the restoration work was masterfully executed, the commercial receiver sight was removed and one hole at the left rear of the receiver filled and the slightly cut away area of the stock patched-up. The barrel retains about 90% original blue showing some light handling marks and ton ing to mild gray-brown patina under bright light while the action retains about 95% dark gray oilquenched case-hardening that shows just a little mild freckling. There is a small slightly discolored area at the rear left of the receiver where the aforementioned hole was filled but it is quite unobtrusive. The bands, triggerguard and sling bar hardware show fine quality bright blue with mild flaking and the extractor is oil-quenched case-hardened, as opposed to the fire blue seen on later production rifles. The proper flat buttplate is a relatively even mix of original bright blue and mild gray-brown patina. The smooth walnut stock and short handguard remain in very fine condition with lightly worn oil finish and the expected scattered light dings and handling marks, the underside with a very minor 4” scratch ahead of the triggerguard. The small walnut patch repair previously mentioned is just behind the upper rear edge of the sideplate and again, very nicely executed many decades ago. The right side of the wrist behind the bolt handle shows a boxed “SWP / 1894” cartouche and there is a strong circled “P” cartouche and small “Y” stamp behind the triggerguard. These stamps were reportedly added during the restoration as experimental arms were not usually marked with cartouches. The wood otherwise also exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout. Everything on the carbine now appears to be correct with the distinctive front and rear bands, steel cleaning rod and sling bar and ring assembly mounted further down the wrist than the later adopted Model 1896. The correct 1892-style rear sight is also intact with the leaf graduated to 2000 yards and showing “C” stamp along the top right surface. This carbine serial #1574 is listed in Appendix 19 on page 245 of “The Krag Rifle Story” by Mallory and Olson, observed and reported by Krag expert and previous owner Tom Pearce. It is also listed as an observed 1892 Carbine on the Krag Collectors Association website. Expertly restored, this exceptionally rare Krag carbine is accepted by those in the collecting community as the only other legitimate Model 1892 carbine outside of Springfield Armory. This is a unique opportunity for the most advanced U.S. martial collectors. (13F117301254) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (20,000/40,000)
body is bright with some scattered gray freckling, and the shroud has drifted to a light gray case-hardened patina. The pistolgrip walnut stock with dual recoil bolts is in near excellent condition with a 3/4” crack near parallel to the left woodline, just below the action, and some scattered light handling marks; the cupped steel buttplate retains about 60% blue with the balance worn to gunmetal. The receiver markings are largely clear with “Armory” partially obscured by three amateurly added drilled and tapped holes, two more added through the rear receiver ring, the barrel markings are crisp with a “B / 1106” star gauge number on the underside, and the bolt is faintly electro-pencil numbered to the gun. The rifle retains the standard blade front sight and correct Lyman 48 aperture rear sight, and the follower has been neatly modified to remove the hold-open. The Springfield Research Service “Summary of DCM Rifle Sales 1922-1942” lists the rifle by serial number as a “Sporter”, with a date of November 8, 1927. A good example of these Springfield Armory-made sporting rifles, renowned for their quality and accuracy. (14A11776-3) {C&R} (1800/2200)
blue with the original pull-through cleaning cord in compartment. Winchester 1895 carbines are not necessarily rare in this condition but those more commonly encountered examples came from crates that were found unused and were guns in the 400,000 serial range from the 1920's. Carbines from this vintage in this condition are very hard to find. A really wonderful example of the 1895 Saddle Gun for the Winchester collector. (1C11874-60) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (6000/8000)
135. FABULOUS WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 SADDLE RING CARBINE
serial #4583165, 30-06, 24” 9-52 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light silvering on high edges and light handling marks, and traces of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish here and there. The walnut stock and handguards are in near excellent condition with a small ding at the edge of the operating rod channel and a couple light handling marks, and the stock is marked with a clear 1/2” DoD acceptance mark and circled “P” proof. Mounted to the buttstock is a reproduction leather cheekpiece, the leather bindings still supple with only a hint of verdigris on the brass, showing what appears to be a few neat slices down the right side, just next to the crisp “MRT / 11-52”. The barrel and “postage stamp” receiver markings remain clear and the main parts are of Springfield Armory make, including the relief cut operating rod. The rifle is sighted with a M84 scope in a quality reproduction mount, the scope in excellent condition with some light handling marks and a speck or two of oxidation. The data plate appears to be a replacement with no serial number marked, and the glass is clear with a few specks floating around the periphery. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid example of the favored sniper rifle of the Korean War. (14B11901-4) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #3252184, 30-06, 24” 12-44 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a very good bore showing some scattered light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. Finding the M81 and M82 scopes on their current M1C rifles lacking, the U SMC settled on the Stith Bear Cub 4x scope produced by Kollmorgen Optical Company, providing the magnification and light gathering capabilities desired by the Marine snipers. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points and areas toning to brown, and the Griffin & Howe base shows some previous pinprick pitting. The walnut stock and handguard are in excellent condition with a handful of minor dings and handling marks, and is marked with a bold “AAG” next to a clear boxed “S.A. / NFR” cartouche and Ordnance Wheel, a strong circled “P” behind the triggerguard, and the toe shows a tiny but clear “GDM” stamp, noting it as a previous part of the George D. Moller collection. A leather cheekpiece is mounted to buttstock, the ink-stamped MRT markings having been lost to time with only a slight smudge left. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, and the small parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers of the correct vintage for late 1944, save for the operating rod which is early post-WWII Springfield Armory production. The 4x Kollmorgen scope is in very good plus condition with some scattered light flaking of the dark gray enamel finish and touches of silvering along the body, the glass remaining bright and clear with a crosshair reticle. The top of the scope shows clear ”MC922-P” Marine Corps marking found on early examples, the ocular bell showing the expected Kollmorgen markings, and the elevation and windage adjustments show clear increments which produce audible clicks. The Griffin & Howe base is neatly stamped “379” and “0508” separated by one of the screws, the three screws and two pins perhaps being replacements, and the special mount shows Griffin & Howe patent info and the period added “3372487” serial number of another
Marine service until the 1960’s when the were replaced by the M40 and accurized M14. A fine example of the superior Marine Corps variant of the M1C. (14C11730-1352) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
appearing stronger under ambient light, with general light thinning and light wear on high edges and contact points, greatest on the bottom metal. The bolt retains about 65% blue with the handle toned to light brown and the balance worn to gun metal, the shroud shows strong smoky oilquenched case-hardened patina, and the safety has toned an even gray case-hardened patina with subdued colors. The straight grip walnut stock with grasping grooves and single reinforcing bolt and handguard are in excellent condition with a handful of light handling marks and features a correct finely checkered steel buttplate, crisp boxed “J.S.A.” cartouche on the left, an “F” and what appears to be “D” in the magazine cutoff recess, and a faint circled serif “P” behind the triggerguard. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp. An original scope base is affixed to the left side receiver wall, the screws showing staking on the internal raceway. The included Model of 1913 tele-
the reticle is crisp, and a reproduction rubber eye piece is in place. The standard open sights are also intact, with the adjustments moving smoothly and a front sight protector in place. A fantastic example of the U.S. Army’s WWI sniper rifle, specimens of this condition scarcely found. (14C11730-1363) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
EXCELLENT & RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903
serial #1273754, 30-06, 24” 6-26 dated star gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a bright very good plus bore with light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. Available for order through the D.C.M., the style “NB” was one of the first National Match D.C.M. models to be equipped with a full pistolgrip stock. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original dark gray-green Parkerized finish, the exposed section of the barrel, upper band, and the rear sight base toned to dark gray with light high edge wear, and the lower barrel band retains strong blue. The bolt body is bright with minor operational wear, the races polished bright to match, and the bolt shroud and cocking piece retain strong case-hardening. The pistolgrip walnut stock with dual recoil bolts and no grasping grooves remains in excellent condition with a few light handling marks and raised grain throughout, showing a strong
“R” stamped within the cutoff recess and a clear circled “P” inside the pistolgrip, and features the notable increased drop at the heel for which these rifles are known; the coarsely checkered steel buttplate shows an added adhesive tag at the heel reading “238” and an aluminum oiler is stored in the trap. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, the barrel is marked with a “E / 2330” star gauge number below the handguard, and the bolt is properly DC-pencil numbered to the rifle. The rifle retains the correct open sights, the Model 1905 rear sight correctly without the 2850-yard notch and the face bright, the right side
variation of National Match rifle, a total of 245 Style NB were sold between 1925 and 1928. A fantastic opportunity for the dedicated Model 1903 collector. (14C11730-1322) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
140. FINE U.S. SERVICE MODEL ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #11433, 22 LR, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely late war pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 9697% original Parko-Lubrite finish showing edge wear and thinning finish on the serrated arched mainspring housing. The checkered Coltwood factory
the hammer is the earlier beavertail style and the other small parts appear correct. Civilian inspector John Begley’s inspection mark remains crisp. It includes a single ten-round factory magazine marked “COLT / CAL. 22 L.R.” on the floorplate. It also includes a factory letter that indicates this gun shipped as described on September 18, 1945, to the Transportation Officer, Springfield Ordnance Depot, Springfield Armory, Springfield, Massachusetts, For: Commanding General, in a 745 gun shipment. A superb find for the dedicated collector. (8A11897-69) {C&R}
141. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
serial #1964263, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a moderately pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This 1944 pistol retains about 95% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear and areas thinning to brown under strong light. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and other markings remains crisp. It includes what appears to be a period Kraft shipping box with
serial #1208655, 45 ACP, 5” Colt National Match barrel with a near excellent bore showing light streaks of frosting along the sides of the lands in the first half of the bore. The slide is Colt Government Model marked and the frame is a mid-war Colt, they retain about
example of a Remington Rand. (8A11728-287) {C&R} (1800/2200)
142. EXCELLENT U.S. MODEL 1911A1 NATIONAL MATCH SEMI-AUTO
PISTOL BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
The slide and barrel are numbered to the pistol and the frame is correctly marked on the right side with an “SA” near the take down pin, “T” below the serial number, “NM” on the barrel bushing along with a stock number 7267718 and “NM” on the front corner of the trigger guard bow.
Brigadier General Drewry’s initials appear over the magazine release, Ordnance escutcheon on the frame and the barrel is marked “NM” with a stock number 7790429. The front sight is the long serrated Patridge style and the rear sight is a Micro adjustable without the U.S. marking. The trigger is a non-original plastic long style with overtravel stop screw. The thumb safety is replacement G.I. serrated and a few diamond points of the checkered frontstrap are lightly flattened. It includes a single Scovill Mfg. Co. seven-round magazine with a welded base. This is a great find for the martial collector or 1911 enthusiast. (8B11897-86) {C&R} (2500/4000)
143. EXCEPTIONAL CASED & GUSTAVE YOUNG COLUMBIAN EXHIBITION ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET REVOLVER SHIPPED TO RENOWNED MARKSMAN & OLYMPIAN WALTER WINANS
serial #27885, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a few small freckles and crisp rifling throughout. This wonderful revolver was originally part of the fine Dr. Gerald Klaz collection and, according to the included factory letter, was shipped on July 4, 1895 to Walter Winans in London. It was listed as a “Target, Special Order” with adjustable target rear sight, gold plated finish, Type 5 factory engraving and pearl grips, shipped in a “fancy case with accessories”. This revolver is also mentioned in Peter DeRose’s thorough article on Smith & Wesson at the Columbian Exhibition published by the American Society of Arms Collectors in 2013. His research for the article uncovered that Walter Winans purchased two engraved revolvers from the Columbian Exhibition held in Chicago in 1893. One of these he identified as serial #27885 but at the time of the article’s publishing he was unaware that the revolver was residing in Dr. Klaz’s collection; he finally had the chance to acquire it in 2020. Smith & Wesson displayed 86 “fancy revolvers” among dozens of other plainer guns at the exhibition and a fair amount were sold at the event itself. Winans, as many in our business know, was quite the interesting gentleman. Born in 1852 in St. Petersburg, Russia to American parents, Winans eventually moved to England when he was 18 and officially became an American citizen taking the oath of allegiance at the U.S. embassy. In fact he would not actually visit the United States until he was 58 years old. Winans was a prominent figure at Bisley and he penned many authoritative works on shooting, including the well-regarded “The Art of Revolver Shooting” which still remains relevant. He won an Olympic gold medal for shooting in 1908 and a silver medal in 1912; he was also a skilled horse breeder and sculptor, winning another Olympic gold medal in 1912 for sculpture with his “An American Trotter” statuette. This revolver is embellished in perhaps 80% coverage with Gustave Young’s masterful detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with clean punch-dot background shading, overlapping in areas and featuring his distinctive cinches in the scroll throughout. All embellishments remain crisp along with the two-line barrel address with patent dates and reissue patent date. The gun also shows post-1925 London proof marks along the cylinder and “NOT ENGLISH MAKE” along the right edge of the frame. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original gold finish that shows some light flaking along the high edges and engraved areas toning to medium gunmetal gray patina and some areas along the gripstraps toning to gray-brown patina. The hammer and triggerguard retain about 95% vibrant case-hardened colors drifting somewhat to pleasant smoky gray along the guard while the sights retain most of their original bright blue and the specially checkered trigger shows pale straw color. The smooth mother-ofpearl grips remain in excellent condition showing fine iridescence and structure throughout with excellent fit. The action is equipped with rebounding hammer and seems to function well mechanically. The included blue velvet-covered case shows moderate wear along the exterior with most of the velvet worn and some small tears of the underlying silk lining along the corners. A faded coronet over “P” is present atop the lid and one of the lid clasp buttons has detached but is included. The interior is lined in fine blue velvet and silk and French-fitted for the revolver showing some light edge wear around the rear sight border. The case contains a hollow-handled brass screwdriver with attachments inside and a lovely gold-washed silver cleaning rod with mother-of-pearl handle. Another masterpiece by Gustave Young suitable for the finest arms collection, connected to both the famous Columbian Exhibition and Walter Winans. (13F11730-1175) [Ex-Dr. Gerald Klaz Collection] {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (25,000/40,000)
144. EXTREMELY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 EARLY THIRD MODEL RIFLE
serial #27775, 45-75, 28” round barrel with full magazine and a near excellent bore that is quite bright but has some pitting toward the muzzle. There is a subtle ring toward the muzzle, it cannot be felt from the outside or with a tight patch, it could just be pitting. This rifle is in a wonderful state of preservation retaining lots of bright original finish. The barrel and magazine retain 95 – 97% bright original blue finish with loss due just to light thinning. The action shows 95% original blue finish as well with most loss due to thinning on the top tang and just a couple very light patches of light oxidation staining. There is a small patch of pitting on the dust cover which is quite unobtrusive. The loading gate shows the majority of its original fire blue and the hammer and lever show strong original color case hardened finish. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent retaining 95% original finish with perhaps a little light added oil, there is still a nice raised grain feel and the fit is perfect. The stocks show just a couple light handling marks, the most notable of which is on the right side of the forend near the nosecap. The original crescent buttplate shows a nice mix of faded original color case hardening and smooth patina. The rifle is sighted with its original sporting leaf rear and square back German Silver Rocky Mountain front. Rifle comes with a 1991 dated factory letter confirming the configuration and showing shipment on October 9, 1882. A very high condition 1876 rifle for the Winchester collector. (1F11874-51) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (10,000/15,000)
145. U.S. MODEL 1911 NAVY CONTRACT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #38420, 45 ACP, 5” post WWII Springfield Armory replacement barrel with a bore showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This 1913-manufactured pistol has toned to predominantly gray and brown with strong restored blue finish in the protected areas, scattered pinprick pitting, and handling marks. The double diamond checkered walnut factory grips are Springfield Armory replacements, they show diamond point wear and handling marks, and remain in about good plus
has softened the other markings remain crisp. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate, lanyard loop on the floorplate and heavy wear to the finish. The Navy marked pistols are scarce and command great interest by collectors. (8B11728-917) {C&R} (2000/3000)
ATTRACTIVE CASED & ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
showing some mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This handsome revolver is embellished with fine quality New York-style engraving featuring wide detailed foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading throughout with further light geometric and zigzag motifs. The barrel and frame retain about 94% original nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking along the high edges while the cylinder is toning to gunmetal gray retaining generous gold wash in the flutes and the hammer also with strong gold wash throughout. The trigger and latch retain strong dark gray oil-quenched casehardening and the original factory markings and the embellishments remain crisp throughout. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips that are numbered to the gun in antique ink and rate very fine showing a nice patina and striations, the base of the right panel warped up slightly. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the serialized parts are matching. The revolver includes a fine original mahogany case with brass clasp, red baize interior lining showing light wear and a very nice iridescent blue-black Smith & Wesson lid label with gold lettering. The base shows some sort of dealer’s code in pencil “HHLV / JJEE”. This is a fine No. 1 1/2 with rather rare case. (13B11730-127) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #17, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some mild oxidation speckling and strong rifling through out. This is a lovely example of what Flayderman calls “one of the rarest of all S&W revolvers”. This was the company’s first 32 caliber double action top break and is characterized by its unique straight-sided rectangular sideplate that proved to cause structural weakness in the frame and was quickly changed to the smaller circular plate after only about 30 were produced. This revolver is finished in silver which appears to be factory original in every respect retaining about 96-97% with just some sparse tiny
(5000/7000)
mild tarnish overall and the triggerguard retains generous original bright blue flaking to gunmetal along the exterior bow. The hammer and trigger retain fine vibrant case-hardened colors and the latch shows nice dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The original smooth black hard rubber grips rate excellent showing a few light handling marks and retaining very nice fit. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and the remaining numbered parts are also matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the ac tion seems to function normally. This is a very rare opportunity for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector to acquire one of the company’s lowest serial production models. (13D11730-354) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
EARLY SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
surfaces retain about 85% original nickel finish with scattered light flak ing toning to gray-brown patina and a small area of cleaned light pitting on one cylinder flat that is relatively unobtrusive. The hammer shows smoky remnants of case-hardening and the remaining small parts retain strong dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The barrel markings are crisp and the frame shows the proper factory filler screw on the right side. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition with some scattered light handling marks and excellent fit. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered parts are matching. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action is crisp. A very early Baby Russian revolver for the dedicated Smith & Wesson collector. (13B 140) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
shows flaking bright blue and the two-line barrel address and patent dates were rather lightly struck but are intact and legible. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition with some light edge wear and handling marks retaining excellent fit. A peculiar variant for the dedicated collector. (13A11730-132) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
150. VERY FINE & RARE SMITH & WESSON 44 DOUBLE ACTION FIRST MODEL REVOLVER CHAMBERED IN 38 COLT AND SHIPPED TO COL. CLARK, CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED TO THEODORE ROOSEVELT’S REVOLVER
tion No. 64 on March 29, 2008. According to the included factory letter, this revolver was shipped on June 10, 1898 to “Colonel Clark”, no address listed. The letter goes on to mention that the shipping records only list two of these revolvers chambered in 38 Colt, this one and Roosevelt’s which was shipped to him two days later on June 12. Like Roosevelt’s revolver this example is also equipped with an improved “semi-target” u-notch rear sight on the latch. The barrel and frame retain about 90% original bright blue showing a few scattered light handling marks and most of the loss due to some overall mild flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The cylinder shows a bit more flaking overall, retaining perhaps 65% original bright blue, the balance being an attractive deep graybrown patina. The hammer and trigger retain almost all of their lovely vibrant case-hardened colors drifting somewhat to smoky gray along the trigger face and showing a little mild speckling. The revolver is not marked with the chambering, the barrel rib shows crisp two-line address and patent dates and the right side of the frame bears the S&W monogram. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing just a few lightly chipped points and minor dings. The inside of the right panel is stamped “9406” but this was crossed-out in pencil and the matching number “36670” written adjacent. This appears to have been factory done in every respect and the grip panel fit is perfect. Roosevelt’s gun also had checkered walnut grips without medallions and the number penciled-matching. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. In his own research, Mr. DeRose pinned down three potential candidates for this “Col. Clark”: Embury P. Clark who was colonel of the 2nd Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment and saw action at San Juan and the Siege of Santiago, Osman Dewey Clark who was colonel of the First Vermont National Guards until his resignation in October 1899, and Harvey C. Clark who was a lieutenant colonel of the 6th Missouri Infantry (his date of appointment is unknown but likely after 1898). Obviously, Col. Embury P. Clark would be the most “romantic” and historically significant candidate but given the timing and service history he is also arguably the most likely individual. This is a lovely and interesting revolver with a very probable Spanish American
rifling throughout. This is a truly spectacular cased revolver that is prominently photographed on pages 152 and 153 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly. This grouping was purchased by Peter DeRose from descendants of Erickson Nichols through the antiques dealer S&S Dillon, Ltd. and includes a notarized letter from Norman C. Nichols dated October 29, 2004 in-which he writes that he received this revolver from his uncle Erickson S. Nichols before his passing in 2000. He says that his uncle believed it was a gift to his father, Erickson N. Nichols from Teddy Roosevelt circa 1900 and that he received it from the elder Erickson in 1937 prior to his passing. Nichols is indeed listed in the muster rolls of Troop I as a corporal and scans of the original unit muster rolls are included (his name erroneously spelled “Errickson” on one). He mustered in on June 20, 1898 and mustered out on September 15, 1898, serving with the unit for the entire, albeit rather brief, conflict. Prior to his joining Roosevelt he served as a sergeant in Troop A of the New York Guard. An anecdote from his family relates that he was “said to have ridden his horse up the stairs of the NY stock exchange” and an article from the New York Evening Journal of June 27, 1898 describe a scene in-which, Mr. Nichols’s wife going to see him off at his embarkation, was injured in an accident between her carriage and a city trolley car, though only suffered from some shock of the nerves. We have also discovered a scanned letter from the Theodore Roosevelt Center dated April 15, 1916 from Roosevelt to Erickson N. Nichols that begins “My dear Mr. Nichols” and goes on to briefly talk about the state of troops left in Tampa, but this indicates they were still acquaintances all those years later. Erickson N. Nichols was a prominent New York City stockbroker until his passing in 1937 and his daughter, Ruth Nichols, was a pioneering female pilot who wrote a book about her lifetime career in aviation “Wings For Life: The Story of the First Lady of the Air”. Back to the revolver itself, it remains in very fine condition with the barrel and triggerguard retaining about 90-92% original bright blue showing a few sparse oxidation speckles and a bit of flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. There is a small scuff along the top left edge of the topstrap and the cylinder retains perhaps 75% original bright blue showing a bit more flaking and freckling. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors while the trigger is a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina and the barrel shows crisp two-line address and patent dates. The Tiffany silver grip is of course the star of the show and remains in excellent condition showing just one tiny shallow ding at the heel and perhaps a few other light handling marks. The proper Tiffany & Co. sterling marking is present behind the triggerguard and the silver has taken on a pleasant even mellow patina. The grip features a spectacular Civil War battle scene on either side displaying wonderful detail and dramatic action further accented by some areas of light foliate
There is a recessed border atop the lid that may have originally contained a contrasting inlay, we are unsure but it was likely silver. All of the case hardware is of course fine Tiffany silver and the inside edges of the base are gold-embossed with “TIFFANY & CO” on one side and “S NAKE” on the other, indicating the veneer of the case as snakewood. The case is lined in fine chocolate brown suede with hinged compartments for a cleaning rod and an 18-round cartridge block. The included factory letter confirms this revolver shipped on June 9, 1894 to Tiffany & Co. of New York City, blue with 5” barrel. Amazingly, the Colt Single Action Army revolver documented as being issued to Nichols is also known, having been sold at another auction some 17 years ago, appearing to have eluded Mr. DeRose. This is a stunning cased Tiffany & Co. Smith & Wesson revolver with fascinating provenance, offered for the first time on the public market. An exceptional piece for the finest of arms collections. See the following lot for Nichols’ Rough Rider Bowie knife and various service medals. (13H11730-1217) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (40,000/60,000)
152. EXTREMELY RARE & VERY FINE ROUGH RIDER BOWIE KNIFE & MEDAL ENSEMBLE BELONGING TO CORPORAL ERICKSON N. NICHOLS
This wonderful knife is maker-marked by John Newton & Co. of Sheffield featuring 6 5/8” blade, 10 5/8” overall length. The obverse bears a lovely etching “ROOSEVELTS ROUGH RIDERS / TEDDYS TERRORS. TROOP I. 1st U.S.V.C. 1898” and the blade remains in very fine condition retaining most of its original polish with just some scattered light oxidation staining and minor freckling, the point with a small ding. The oval guard is German silver and the original stag grips are secured by three iron pins and remain in lovely condition with robust bark and a lovely patina. The bottom edge of the obverse grip is carved in rather folky lettering “N ICHO LS” and the knife includes what is no doubt its original leather sheath with lightly tooled border decoration. The sheath remains in fine condition with some light crackling and flaking and moderately loosened or lost stitching along the main edges but the construction remains otherwise intact. Next is a full complement of Corporal Nichols’s medals of twelve items total including: centennial anniversary medal of the 7th Regiment New York National Guard, Spanish American War New York Volunteers Medal, 1895-dated NYNG Cavalry medal inscribed with Nichols’s name, 5 year Sharpshooter / 9 year Marksman medal made by Tiffany & Co., souvenir Mausoleum of U.S. Grant medal with presidential reception committee ribbon dated April 27, 1897, 10 year NY faithful service medal with red silk band numbered “316” and made by Tiffany & Co., 15 year NY faithful service medal numbered “386” and made by Tiffany & Co. with a very deteriorated and detached red silk ribbon, 16 year Marksman / 6 year Sharpshooter medal with 1898 USV plate made by Tiffany & Co., an excellent NYNG 7th Regiment gold badge, an April 1903 New York Stock Exchange medallion with partial ribbon, small silver plate engraved “ESN” and finally a small leather pouch marked in ink on all sides inside and out with Erickson Nichols’s name and various addresses or locations in NY. We speculate that this last item may have been a pouch to hold a custom-made identification disc “dog tag” from his NY guard or Spanish American war service. Nichols mustered into Troop I, 1st USVC on June 20, 1898 and mustered out on September 15, 1898. Prior to his joining Roosevelt he served as a sergeant in Troop A of the New York Guard cavalry, the photo of him here in his full New York cavalry dress uniform. Peter DeRose acquired this grouping along with the preceding Tiffany revolver directly from the descendants of Nichols facilitated through the antiques dealer S&S Dillon, Ltd. While the notarized letter signed by Norman Nichols included with the revolver does not specifically mention the knife or medals, the letter about the items from S&S Dillon, Ltd. reference “the gun along with several Rough Rider items”. Please see the previous lot describing Nichols’s Tiffany revolver which contains more biographical information. This is an exceptional knife and medal grouping representing an extremely rare opportunity for the advanced U.S. martial collector or Roosevelt’s Rough Riders scholar. (13I117301217-1) [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
153. RARE SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH TARGET CLUB GUN REVOLVER
pleasant smooth gray-brown patina. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all markings remain crisp. The smooth deluxe walnut grips with gold S&W medallions are both numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition showing a few minor handling marks. The remaining serialized parts are matching, the original target sights with adjustable u-notch rear are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. This revolver is one of seven special guns sold to Skiff’s, Inc. of Springfield, Massachusetts in April 1926 for final sale to a Worcester collector Mr. J.C. Harvey, this gun for $18.00. A scan of this invoice is included and Peter DeRose managed to acquire other guns on this very invoice which are also offered in the sale: serial numbers 13806, and 27887. This is a lovely and desirable Target model Ladysmith with interesting provenance. (13B11730-654) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
154. RARE BALTIMORE POLICE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #4967, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a fair bore showing some
“Balto City Police” which has softened somewhat but remains completely legible. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in good to perhaps very good condition showing moderate overall smoothing and light handling marks but otherwise retaining fine fit overall. The pencil number on the inside of the right panel is difficult to discern but appears to start with a “4”. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included are an 18621890 Baltimore City Police badge and a number “20” cap badge in very fine condition. The Baltimore Police used these revolvers for quite some time from 1876-1917. (13B11730-142) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1800/2200)
serial #9919e, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a hint of oxidation near the chamber. The metal surfaces of this 1917-dated pistol retain about 90% excellent arsenal reapplied blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, areas of light thinning toning to brown under direct light, and hints of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The strawed parts retain good color drifting to a silvery patina with light freckling, and the sear spring and toggle pins show vibrant fire blue. The checkered hardwood grips are in very good condition with a small chip at the rear of left panel, which is included, and some scattered light dings and handling marks, and both panels are numbered “19”. The DWM monogram on the toggle and other metal marking remain crisp, the right side of the receiver with Imperial German proofs, and the numbered parts are matching the pistol; the un-grooved firing pin and rear toggle pin are unnum bered. Included are a black leather Luger holster in very good con dition showing general light wear, the rear face lightly marked “AUWAERTER & BUBECK / A.G. / STUTTGART” with an “(eagle) / WaA101” waffenamt and 1936-date, a “(eagle) / 655” marked Luger tool, one bluedbodied aluminum-base magazine showing some light wear and numbered “5545 / x”, and a bright-bodied wood-base magazine in similar condition numbered “7987”. A solid ensemble for the Luger enthusiast. (14B11923-4) {C&R} (2500/3500)
155. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM
full magazine and a bright very good bore with intermittent light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this second model rifle have toned to an even oxidized brown patina with strong remnants of original blue in the protected areas and some scattered light handling marks, and the frame displays a deep gray-brown patina with light pinprick pitting and generous remnants of case-hardened colors, primarily on and around the hammer. The brass cartridge lifter is toned to a goldenrod patina and the caliber marking is worn but legible. The checkered pistolgrip XXX walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a tight 2 1/2” crack along the right woodline of the forend, a few small chips at the corners and a ding on the base of the pistolgrip, and soft checkering, but still displays lovely grain figure and a neat horn inlay on the bottom of the pistolgrip. The curved steel buttplate has toned to a light gray-brown patina and is lightly proud at the heel and toe, and th tang is marked “xxx 1406” with the stock showing matching numbers within the tang recess. The two-line barrel address and caliber are light but still legible, the model marking on the tang is crisp, and a few of the screws show light slot wear. The dust cover fails to fully retract when the lever is actuated, the mainspring tension screw is absent, but the action otherwise appears to function well mechanically. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and a Winchester leaf rear sight. Included is a five piece cleaning rod stored in the butt. A very good example of an iconic American rifle, carried by such historic figures as Teddy Roosevelt and Geronimo. (14C11841-1) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)
flates are each engraved, the top with a banner which is engraved "BALLARD" and is wrapped around an arrow pointing toward the muzzle. This rifle is all matching and in completely honest condition without alteration. The barrel
the front half of the forend. The action shows a wonderful, even gray patina which is mostly faded color but it is blending to a darker gray patina on the top edges of ac tion. The engraving remains very crisp and clear and shows an endearing repetitive heart shaped border around the edges of the action. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock
pistolgrip. The original Swiss style buttplate shows 95% original nickel plated finish and its retaining screws have engraved heads. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no provision for rear barrel sight and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. So many of these single shot rifles had scopes or additional sights added, they were more often than not altered in some way by the shooter. To find one in this completely honest condition is unusual. A fine Ballard rifle for the single shot collector. (1D11511-9) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)
158. GERMAN P.08 LUGER BYF-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER
original blue showing high edge wear while the lower portion of the straps are toning to brown. The fully checkered walnut factory grips are numbered to the gun and remain in about excellent condition showing a few light handling marks. The front sight is a serrated ramp, the rear sight is fixed, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the toggle has the “byf” marking, the chamber is dated “41”, and the lanyard loop is present. It has proper “[eagle] / 655” Waffenamt marks. It includes a single eight-round magazine with aluminum floorplate that is numbered to another gun, it is maker stamped “122” with “[eagle] / 37” Waffenamt marks. An attractive Luger for the martial collector. (8A11728-282) {C&R} (1800/2200)
best know for their line of bullet molds and reloading tools, manufactured a combination holster / buttstock that was paired with a set of special grips for the particular make and model of gun. This gun features a set of those grips, that rate about excellent showing a few minor handling marks on the outer smooth walnut panels. This pistol retains about 85% original blue, the straps have toned to brown along with thinning finish on portions of the barrel and receiver plus high edge wear and handling marks. The ejector, magazine catch, trigger, takedown lever, and safety lever retains beautiful straw color although the last three have thinned and mellowed from handling. This gun features a tapered Patridge style front sight, fixed rear sight, the “DWM” on the toggle and American Eagle on the chamber are crisp, and the front of the frame is marked “GERMANY” below the serial number. The trigger, takedown lever, sideplate, breech, toggles, grip safety, barrel, and receiver are numbered to the gun with the remaining un-numbered. A single unmarked wood bottom eight-round magazine with nickel finish is provided. A very nice Luger ready to accept the rare Ideal shoulder stock. (8C11728(2000/3000)
159. DWM MODEL 1900 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER PISTOL WITH RARE IDEAL SHOULDER STOCK GRIPS
160. VERY FINE & IMPORTANT U.S. 1901 EXPERIMENTAL BOLT ACTION MAGAZINE RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
then in service. The very first rifle had a single stack magazine that ex tended down beyond the stock which was quickly changed in the subsequent experimental guns to the familiar flush floorplate. Nineteen of these experimental rifles are identified by Brophy on pages 9 and 10 of “The Springfield 1903 Rifles” and separated into two distinct groups, those with serial numbers and those without. This example does not have a serial number nor does it appear to have a Springfield Armory accession number making it difficult to discern if it is one of the rifles in Brophy’s list. This rifle features the Second Type solid rear receiver bridge, Krag-st buttplate, Second Type rod bayonet and Krag Model 1901 rear sight. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 96% original blue with some mild fading to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and the receiver retains a similar amount of original smoky gray oil-quenched case-hardening that shows just a little bit of fine oxidation speckling that is unobtrusive. The bolt body remains mostly bright with some mild patina along the handle while the extractor retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue with areas of silvering in the center. The barrel bands retain about 80% original bright blue while the triggerguard, floorplate and buttplate are a relatively even mix of original bright blue and mild gray-brown patina. As is typical for these rifles, the receiver ring is arsenal hand-stamped “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / ARM ORY / 1901” and the bolt shows a small “14” on the underside of the handle root. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining most of their original oil finish, there are a few mild abrasions ahead of the floorplate and a very tight 1 1/4” hairline crack behind the upper tang that is quite unobtrusive. The stock does not bear any cartouches and the only obvious marking is a small “28” behind the triggerguard. The rifle includes a proper Krag-style brass muzzle cover. This rifle was first sold as part of the Jonathan Peck Collection by Little John’s on April 28th, 2002. This is an extremely important predecessor rifle to the Model 1903 and a wonderful opportunity for the advanced collector. (13F11730-1374) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (30,000/50,000)
This third variation bayonet measures 16 1/2” overall with a 12” blade equipped with a 5” reverse swage. The blade shows an old light cleaning with remnants of scattered fine oxidation and pitting, more prominent on the ricasso, light buffing and scabbard marks and some tiny nicks in the main edge. The obverse ricasso is marked “U.S.N. / D.R./ 1863” while the reverse ricasso has three line Ames Mfg. Chicopee address, markings are strong and legible. The hilt consists of a brass S-shaped guard with muzzle ring, handle, walnut finger groove grip and a steel press stud and spring. The brass has a bright ochre patina with scattered light dings and marks attributed to age and being carried. The butt shows a few more distinct impact marks along with Daniel Reynolds script “D.R.” in oval inspector mark. The grip remains in very good plus condition with light dents and handling marks. The press stud has toned to gray while the spring is a darker blue and gray with scattered light pitting. The included black leather scabbard with brass mounts remains in very good plus condition, the leather showing light marks and flaking, the seam tight and intact. The mounts show some tarnish and light verdigris along the edges along with dents and light marks possibly having been lightly cleaned around at the same time as the blade. A really nice example of these heavy U.S. Navy bayonets. (5A11730-1712-1) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2000)
162. RARE U.S. MODEL 1898 KRAG BOWIE BAYONET
This rare U.S. bayonet measures 13 1/2” overall with a 9” clip point blade having two shallow unstopped fullers and a 2 1/2” sharpened area along the back edge. The ricasso is marked “U.S.” on the obverse side and “1900” on the reverse side. The blade has been cleaned bright with remnants of scattered fine pitting, some tiny nicks along the main edge and light scabbard marks. The metal surfaces of the hilt have mellowed to gray and brown with some scattered fine oxidation and pitting, the reverse side of the crossguard is numbered with a double struck, angled “1” next to straight “14”. The walnut scales remain in good to very good condition showing added light varnish with light marks, a large chip in the top rear edge of the obverse scale. The steel scabbard retains about 70% original blue toning to brown with scattered light oxidation and some minute marks and scratches, the hanger is no longer present. A nice, seldom encountered Krag bayonet in very good plus condition. (5A11730-1712-2) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
163. FINE U.S. MODEL 1849 RIFLEMAN’S KNIFE BY AMES
The first official knife designed and purchased by the U.S. Army in 1849 to be issued to the U.S. Regiment of Mounted Riflemen. This vast knife measures 18” overall with a 12” spear point blade equipped with a 5” sharpened false edge, cast brass crossguar and slab-sided walnut grips with distinct brass lined lanyard hole. The blade shows an old light cleaning and sharpening with remnants of scattered light oxidation, some sparse fine pits and a minute nick or two in the main edge. The obverse ricasso is marked “U.S. / W. [partial] D.” (William Dickinson) and the reverse ricasso is marked with lightly fading “_MES MFG CO / _ _BOT VILL_ / 1849”, the remaining letters have been lost to the years. The guard has a pleasing brass patina with some small marks a spots of tarnish. The obverse side of the guard has General James Wolfe Ripley’s “J.W.R.” inspector’s initials and the soft lea buffer washer shows light age staining but remains mostly intact which are rarely found on these knives. The grips remain in very good plus to near excellent condition with light marks and scratches, still retaining much original finish. The black leather scabbard with brass mounts remains in very good plus condition, the leather body showing typical age cracks, the seam remains tight. The throat and tip chape show some minor handling dings, minor stains and tarnish. The U.S. Model 1849 Rifle man’s knife is one of the most desirable and rarest U.S. military knives and would be the focal point of any military knife or edged weapon collection. (5D11730-1713-2) [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
164. IMPORTANT & EXTREMELY RARE U.S. 1902 EXPERIMENTAL BOLT ACTION MAGAZINE CARBINE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY PICTURED IN “THE SPRINGFIELD 1903 RIFLES”
stronger under ambient light with some overall thinning to a pleasant smooth gray under bright light. The right side behind the front sight collar is stamped “8T” indicating a 1 in 8 twist rate. The receiver retains about 95% nice original smoky gray oil-quenched case-hardening and is stamped “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / 1902 / 29”. The bolt body remains mostly bright showing a little mild gray patina and the extractor shows wonderful brilliant fire blue, the underside of the bolt handle root stamped with a small “29” matching the receiver. The barrel band, floorplate and Krag-style buttplate retain perhaps 75% original bright blue showing some overall flaking to mild gray-brown patina and the buttplate trap cover retains vibrant case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition with strong arsenal oil finish showing a few mild abrasions and scattered dings, the upper tang with very tight 1 1/2” and 1” cracks forming and a neat arsenal-repaired thin 1” chip behind the cutoff switch. The stock does not bear any cartouches and the only obvious marking is a small “AL” behind the triggerguard. The rifle is sighted with a Krag 1902-style rear sight (without aperture leaf) and the front top surface of the sight base is stamped with a “C”. A proper Krag-style brass muzzle cover is also included. An excellent opportunity to acquire such a rare experimental U.S. martial carbine, made even more desirable as one of the published guns in Brophy’s important book on the subject. The traditional separate lengths for rifles and carbines were ultimately done away with when the final form of the Model 1903 was adopted with its intermediate 24” barrel. (13E11730-1336) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (30,000/50,000)
In hopes infantrymen would not need a separate entrenching tool this bayonet was designed so it could also be used for digging. The bayonet measures 12 3/4” overall with an 8 3/4” triangular shaped blade measuring 3 7/8” across the rear edge and a socket measuring 3” with a 1 1/4” shank. The blade has toned to dark gray patina with brown undertones and scattered pitting. The socket and hinge have a similar finish and the leather tompion shows wear but remains mostly intact. The socket is equipped with a combination swivel tompion for the rifle muzzle and folds and locks into the blade for use as a finger rest for digging. Included is a dark brown leather scabbard with belt loop and brass tip chape minus one retention screw. The leather shows light crackling with modest flaking mostly along the
edges, the "U.S." and patent markings remain crisp and legible. The tip chape has a toned to ocher with specks of light tarnish and verdigris which is also starting to form on the copper rivets. A very good plus example of these unusual seldom encountered trowel bayonets with only around 200 believed to have been made. (5B11730-1712-3) [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
U.S. MODEL 1887 HOSPITAL CORPS KNIFE
These attractive knives were only made for two years with a total production of 1056, this knife measures 16 1/2” with a 12” rounded edge spear shaped blade with etched panel 2 1/4” from the guard. The blade’s bright finish has become slightly cloudy particularly on the obverse side which also shows some light staining and specks of fine oxidation. The main edge has been lightly sharpened and the etched panel remains crisp and reads “HOSPITAL CORPS. / U.S. ARMY”.”. The nickel silver crossguard and pommel retain about 98% original plate with some light marks exposing the brass underneath. The ribbed maple handle remains in excellent condition and the first type black leather scabbard with belt loop remains in very good plus condition with intact seams, light flaking and scuffing along the edges and is marked “WATERVLIET / ARSENAL” on the front of the belt loop and light inspector initials on the rear. The brass plate has an ocher patina with spots of tarnish. A nice example of these low number seldom encountered Hospital Corps knives. (5A11730-1713-1) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2000)
167.
serial #138385, 45 LC, 4 3/4" barrel with a good plus bore showing wear and scattered light pitting with rifling visible throughout. This revolver was shipped in this configuration to E.J. Post of Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico on February 24, 1891 as part of a six-gun shipment.
The revolver shows all matching numbers and has proper two-line barrel address and frame patent dates. All markings in metal remain clear and legible. The metal surfaces of revolver show an even gray brown patina with areas of fine pinprick pitting and old oxidation staining. Screwheads show just slight slot wear and the metal has a very nice untouched and honest look. The tip of the ejector rod housing shows holster wear as does the left side of the muzzle. The two piece checkered hard rubber eagle grips show considerable wear with checkering worn almost smooth in areas - this only adds to this revolver's hard working and honest look. The revolver comes with a copy of a factory letter confirming the above mentioned configuration and shipping destination. 19th century New Mexico shipped Colts have a certain aura that is very desirable to collectors. This revolver embodies that mystique. (1B11523-96) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (5000/7000)
NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER ETCHED PANEL REVOLVER
serial #123203, 44-40, 7 1/2" barrel with a very good bore with strong rifling just showing frosting in the grooves. This revolver was part of a 50-gun shipment to Manzanares and Company of Las Vegas, Territory of New Mexico on August 19, 1887. The revolver is in the condition we would expect for a revolver
time. The barrel, ejector rod housing and cylinder show an even gray brown patina with some scattered light impact marks. The barrel address remains fully legible as does the etched panel. The frame shows a similar but slightly darker patina with traces of silvery color case hardened finish in some of the more protected areas. The original checkered hard rubber eagle grips rate very good showing wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The inside of one grip is lightly scratched with an illegible name and a date that appears to be "Sept 2nd '87". This revolver remains in nice honest condition with good mechanics, clean screw heads and an overall nice frontier-used look. Factory letter is included. (1C11523-111) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection]
NEW MEXICO SHIPPED AND COLE AGEE ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE
serial #226353, 45 LC, 5 1/2" barrel with an about very good bore showing some light pitting with strong rifling throughout. This revolver letters in its current caliber and barrel length and was shipped as part of an 8 gun shipment to E.J. Post in Albuquerque on May 13, 1902. This was during the period of time that Colt needed to ship firearms to New Mexico via Winchester Repeating Arms Company and the letter confirms that. At some point later the revolver was engraved in near full coverage relief scroll by Cole Agee. The engraving is nicely done and features stippled background shading along with zigzag patterns in areas within the scroll. The gripstraps show almost full coverage work and the only area left unengraved is the bottom of the barrel and the cylinder flutes. While the revolver is not signed by Agee the style is correct and a copy of a September 2, 1989 dated notarized letter from a Mr. Leo P. Benedetti accompanies the revolver. It states that Benedetti purchased this revolver, listed by serial number, from Cole Agee in Trinidad, Colorado in October 1946 and the revolver has been in his collection since that time. The revolver retains 99% bright nickel finish overall applied at time of engraving. All markings remain clear and legible and the engraving remains quite sharp. The edges of the hammer and face and rear of cylinder show slightly
softened edges, the balance of the edges remain sharp and crisp. The revolver is fitted with a pair of relief steer head carved ivory grips which fit well, the Benedetti letter mentions ivory stocks, perhaps these are Agee's work as well. Firearms shipped to the Territory of New Mexico during this period are quite desirable among collectors, this revolver also appeals to those that collect the work of Cole Agee, a well-known 20th century engraver who also worked in the southwest. While this revolver is engraved in a more tradi tional style, it should be noted that Agee is credited with being the first to perform cattle brand engraving, interestingly at his wife's suggestion. Mechanics are crisp. A handsome, highly embellished Colt Single Action. (1C11523-123) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Col lection]
170. STUNNING HIGH GRADE SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK TAKEDOWN SPORTING RIFLE BY CASTLE SUTHERLAND OF GENEVA, NEW YORK
escutcheons being diamond shaped. The triggerguard, patchbox, buttplate, toeplate, faceted tailpipe and ramrod thimbles along with the forend tip are all of brass and show a pleasing mellow patina. The stock shows decorative silver furniture as well which consists of an extension to the heel plate which is pierced with heart and oblong shapes. A pierced eight-pointed star is inlaid on the cheekrest with another pierced decorative silver plate below with another heart shaped motif. The sideplate is a pierced stylized kidney shape with a decorative round silver inlay at front of the stock flat. All of the inlay work is expertly executed and the fit is fabulous. The fancy pierced brass patchbox has a domed door hinged on its bottom which opens downward with the push button release being mounted in the toeplate. The condition of this rifle is also fabulous with the barrel showing a pleasing even grayish brown patina. The lock shows engraved starburst motif ahead of cock with recumbent dog and game birds to rear. The barrel breech is engraved on its finial and the screw holding it to the stock is engraved with a flower blossom. The waterproof pan is very stylish appearing almost as a scroll and the lock shows a pleasing mix of faded original case hardening and a smooth gray patina. The stock is of American black walnut with a subtle vertical stripe grain in visible in most areas. The stock retain 95% original finish with very crisp edges and sharp square cut checkering on the wrist. The original brass tipped hickory ramrod is present. Very little is known about Castle Sutherland (sometimes spelled Southerland),
serial #106315, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This fine little revolver is pictured and described on page 37 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly and was engraved by Oscar Young in Nimschke-style with bold detailed flowing foliate scrollwork, neat punchdot background shading and attractive bordering. There is a fine starburst on either side of the barrel behind ejector rod and a deep starburst or perhaps floral motif behind the hammer. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original gold finish showing some light high edge wear and a bit of flaking to gray-brown patina along the edges of the cylinder and tip of ejector rod. The factory markings and embellishments remain crisp throughout and the hammer retains lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate near excellent showing a few light dings along the right panel and their fit remains very nice. Strangely the cylinder shows a different assembly number than the barrel and frame, probably a factory error as it is obviously the original cylinder. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the revolver is cased in a very fine slim leather-covered H&D Folson Arms Co. of New York retailer casing. The case is in very fine condition with some light flaking and wrinkling along the exterior and the interior is lined in maroon silk and diagonal retailer ribbon. The base is fitted for the revolver and lined in maroon velvet showing mild wear and a little cutout to hold seven cartridges. A beautiful ensemble retailed on Broadway. (13D117301184) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/10,000)
172. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON
NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH RARE KELTON SAFETY DEVICE
serial #24515, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful New Model revolver equipped with the very rare Kelton patent thumb safety device. The revolver appears to be essentially unfired retaining 99% original nickel finish showing a few tiny marks along the bottom edge against the sideplate on the left side and some tiny dings along the edge of the front sight that are hardly worth mentioning. The nickel is taking on some slight honest clouding from the years, the latch shows lovely dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening and the trigger retains fine straw color. The rebounding hammer shows excellent vibrant case-hardened colors and the triggerguard colors are a bit more mild with vibrant wisps drifting to smoky gray. The two-line barrel address with patent dates remain crisp and the cylinder is the 1 7/16” variety. The original black checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent with fine patent date along the bottom edge of the left panel and the interior of the right panel properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid, the action is crisp and the Kelton safety is also functional; the trigger will not release the hammer unless the safety is being pressed down. Factory records show that 20 of these New Model Kelton revolvers were manufactured between 24510 and 24519 and none were recorded as being shipped from the factory. We sold this revolver’s consecutive mate serial #24514 from the Roy Jinks collection, Lot 240 in Auction 132 (November 20, 2021). A truly excellent example of these interesting No. 3 revolvers. (13D117301620) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (10,000/15,000)
serial #00, 32-44
S&W, 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very unusual target pistol with club gun serial number chambered in Smith & Wesson’s proprietary 32-44 target cartridge and equipped with a special heavy barrel shroud to act as a weight and large saw handle-style checkered ivory grips. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original nickel finish showing just some scattered handling marks from the years. The hammer and triggerguard retain fine vibrant casehardened colors throughout, the specially checkered trigger shows pale straw color and the latch and sights retain fine bright blue. The front of the barrel shows a small threaded hole for attaching a different style of barrel weight slung
underneath the barrel, which is present on this pistol’s mate in the auction. The checkered ivory grips remain in very fine condition showing a pleasant patina with a few tiny age checks and striations. The barrel and latch are un-numbered and the pistol is equipped with a tall ad justable u-notch rear sight (slightly bent on the left edge) and ivory bead front sight. A very interesting pistol for the Smith & Wesson or advanced target pistol collector. The next lot is a similarly configured special target pistol in 38-44 S&W. (13B11730-180) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]. (3000/5000)
174. SMITH & WESSON EXPERIMENTAL FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL
serial #15428, 38-44 S&W, 10” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is another unusual target pistol in a similar configuration as the previous lot chambered in Smith & Wesson’s proprietary 38-44 Target cartridge and equipped with a cylindrical barrel weight slung under the barrel. This gun has a normal serial number rather than a club gun number and retains about 97% original nickel finish showing a few tiny errant flakes and scattered light handling marks. The hammer and triggerguard retain fine case-hardened colors with some drifting to pleasant smoky gray along the guard, the smooth trigger shows pale straw color and the sights and latch retain fine bright blue. The checkered antique ivory saw handle-
style grips remain in very fine condition with a pleasant patina and some nice thin age checks forming. The barrel is match ing the frame, the latch is un-numbered and the pistol is equipped with tall adjustable u-notch rear sight and ivory bead front (the bead slightly chipped). A very fine and interesting pistol that was no doubt made with the same intentions as its mate in the previous lot. (13B11730-181) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #5229, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with mostly bright very fine bore showing a patch of oxidation about mid-bore and 10” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is an interesting and desirable set retaining about 98% of an older period restored goldplated finish showing a few tiny flakes and light handling marks with some evidence of metal preparation beneath the finish and the barrel address with 91” marking showing some softened areas. The hammer and triggerguard retain fine case-hardened colors throughout with a few oxidation speck-
strong bright blue while the trigger shows fine pale straw color. The spare 10” barrel ap pears to be original factory gold plating in every re spect retaining about 96% with a few small flakes along the edges and some subtle bubbling in a few areas. The barrel markings are strong and the sights retain fine bright blue. The revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate very fine with a tiny chip at the top corner of the left panel. The left side of the frame is also neatly inscribed with a pre vious owner’s information “S.V. (or perhaps “J”?) Reeves / C. Dover / Ohio”. The revolver includes a factory oak combination case with fitted buff suede interior rating very fine, the exterior with some light dings, slightly warped lid and a few minor drying cracks. The interior shows some soiling along the base lining and a few small tears from the sharp edges of the gun parts. The lid locking pin and one lock escutcheon screw are missing and the case contains a full complement of accessories including a cleaning brush, hollow-handled bras screwdriver with attachments and spare set of hard rubber extended target grips that show a 1/2” shallow chip on the right panel behind the monogram. The 4” barrel, latch and cylinder are matching the frame while the spare barrel parts are un-numbered. The included factory letter indicates the cased set shipped as-described on January 14, 1899 to “Deardornf” (no address listed) at a cost of $23.00 plus $7.00 for gold plating. It is possible the shipping destination was misspelled and may have been “Deardorff” as there seem to be many of them in Ohio and Jeremiah Reeves was a prominent local industrialist who had a son Samuel J. Reeves which would line up time period-wise with this gun. This is a very fine and interesting ensemble for the advanced collector. (13B11730-175) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
176. JAPANESE CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER
serial #22422, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small spots of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. This revolver is equipped with Japanese arsenal-added lanyard ring assembly obscuring some of the serial number which was then re-stamped at the heel by the arsenal, encountered on many New Model revolvers in this serial number range that were shipped to Japan. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel finish with some flaking and speckling to gray patina along the top of the barrel and some scattered light dings and thin scratches, the left side of the barrel with a few more noticeable scuff marks. The triggerguard is a smoky gray case-hardened patina with a few areas of mild brown patina while the hammer shows nice vibrant colors, the latch retains 90% bright blue and the trigger shows pale straw color. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the revolver does not bear any other Japanese acceptance marks. The black checkered hard rubber
serial #32627, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting revolver in target configuration with long barrel, target sights and spur triggerguard, the spur and the trigger both very finely checkered. The barrel and frame retain about 90% original bright blue showing some mild high edge wear and light handling marks, most of the loss along the gripstraps which are flaking and toning to a mild gray-brown patina. The 1 7/16” cylinder has been nicely re finished during the period of use retaining about 95% bright polished blue that is taking on a slight plum tone and shows a few tiny pinprick pits beneath the finish. The triggerguard is a pleasant smoky gray case-
generous vibrant colors and all markings are strong showing simplified single line barrel address and cartridge stamp on left side. The checkered walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing a few light handling marks and one small scratch on the right panel. The grips are un-numbered and retain excellent fit and the revolver is sighted with factory adjustable u-notch target rear sight and generous plain blade front. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame, the latch is un-numbered, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. Peter DeRose’s notes from Roy Jinks indicate that the record shows this revolver sold on March 29, 1899 to a “Knickerbocker & Co.” A fine revolver in a very interesting configuration. (13C11730312) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/600
FINE SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET
serial #638, 32-44 S&W, 6 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore showing a few small areas of light to perhaps moderate oxidation and otherwise strong rifling. This attractive revolver is equipped with special order spur triggerguard and retains about 96-97% original nickel finish showing some sparse very fine flakes forming mostly along the cylinder flats and sides of the barrel, the left side of the barrel also with one small ding about 1 1/2” back from the muzzle. The triggerguard and hammer retain fine vibrant case-hardened colors throughout with some drifting to pleasant smoky gray while the latch and sights retain most of their original bright blue. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the revolver wears a set of un-numbered mottled black and red factory hard rubber grips in fine condition showing a few small flakes along the edges and the fit a bit proud in areas. The remaining numbered parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The revolver includes a rather rare original blue box with correct orange end label that rates very fine showing some mild edge wear and fraying along the corners. The pencil number on the base is mismatched and appears to be “910” and the inside instruction label calls out “44 Single Action” but based on other examples it appears they never bothered to make a special interior label for this model. This is a very fine Target Model with desirable box. (13C11730323) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
is very similar to this rifle but is indeed a side ejecting rifle also marked "L.L. HEPBURN" and is illustrated in Brophy's Marlin Firearms book. That rifle with a closely related action does not have the rounded flat panels to front and rear of action. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% original blue finish overall with a couple patches of flaking on the magazine tube with a bit of fine pinprick pitting left behind. The balance of the wear is simply high edge wear and some light thinning. The action shows about 75% original blue with loss due mostly to even thinning with one area of loss on the left side of action where there is a flaked area. All metal surfaces remain smooth and free of pitting. The hammer, lever, nosecap and Hepburn style buttplate all show strong original color case hardened finish. The stocks are of nicely figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with just normal light handling marks. The rifle is sighted with standard open sporting sights of the period. Item 224 on a Remington Collection Inventory lists the rifle as "REM. REPEATING RIFLE HEPBURN SPORTING MOD., .40 CAL CENTER FIRE". L.L. Hepburn was a very well-regarded shooter, gun designer and gunmaker who served as the Superintendent of Remington's mechanical department. A wonderful and very interesting rifle for the Rem ington or antique American arms collector. (1E11886-38) {ANTIQUE} (8,000/12,000)
180. IMPORTANT AND SUPERB EXPERIMENTAL REMINGTON LEVER ACTION REPEATING RIFLE
lever, hammer, nosecap and buttplate all retain 98% brilliant original color case hardened finish overall. The action shows much of its original protective lacquer over the finish which helped preserve the vivid color. The bolt is blued, most of this finish has flaked leaving a mostly smooth gray patina behind with a small patch of fine pitting present. The stocks are of the previously mentioned highly figured English walnut with uncheckered pistolgrip with handsome rounded bottom to grip. The stocks have rounded flat panels to the front and rear of action very much like what is found on Rolling Block and Hepburn rifles. The stocks rate excellent with nearly all of their original finish remaining and with just the expected light handling marks which are mostly on the forend. The rifle is equipped with its original low profile sporting barrel sights. While there is no Remington inventory tag on the toeline, we have no reason to doubt Mr. Glass' assertion that the rifle came out of the museum - other examples similar to this rifle indeed have their original inventory tags including another rifle in this sale. This is a very handsome and nicely made lever action rifle that likely would have enjoyed success on the open market but never lived to see that day. A rare and important find for the Remington or antique American arms collector. (1E11886-39) {ANTIQUE} (12,000/18,000)
VERY RARE SMITH & WESSON 38-40 WINCHESTER NEW MODEL NO. 3
serial #2, 38-40 WCF, 6 1/2” barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and old oxidation its full-length and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is an extremely rare revolver, one of only vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and the hammer shows fine colors as well with some mild speckling, the trigger with pale straw color. All markings remain intact and strong showing the simplified single line address, “38 WINCHESTER CTG” designation on the left side barrel and S&W monogram on the right side of the frame and the cylinder is the proper 1 9/16” length. The revolver wears a set of smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions in excellent condition. The grips and latch are un-numbered and the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action will require mechanical attention as the hammer pushes off at full cock though the cylinder times and locks up normally. This revolver has seen a bit of use but remains an attractive example of an extremely low-production variant that would make an excellent addition to any advanced Smith & Wesson collection. (13C11730-330) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
182. SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1911A1 “COMMERCIAL SWARTZ SAFETY DELETE” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #863797, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. 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 and 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.
98% to perhaps 99% arsenal grade restored Parkerized finish with light edge wear, handling marks, and the evidence of the alterations to the markings are apparent. The checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips feature large reinforcing ribs on the back, large reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and they remain in about excellent condition with a few light handling marks. The small parts are generally correct although the hammer is a later flush sided style and the thumb safety has serrations with no milling cut. The markings are correct for the period of manufacture, the slide is correctly numbered to the gun while Brigadier General Drewry’s in
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serial #1070505, 45 ACP, correct 5” Colt barrel showing minor frosting and an otherwise excellent bore. This fine mid-war gun remains in very good condition. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original dull-gray Du-Lite over sandblasted finish showing light edge wear, the frontstrap and mainspring housing are toned to gray, assembly marks, and handling marks. The fully checkered replacement Coltwood grips feature reinforcing bars on the rear of the panels, reinforcing rings around
crisp as are the other markings. It includes a Colt commercial seven-round magazine with pinned base. Also included is a U.S. Model 1916 flap holster by Graton & Knight Co. dated 1943. It remains in very good condition showing light wear, strong stitching, and handling marks. Union Switch & Signal Company manufactured less than 55,000 pistols for the government, many of the earlier guns developed cracked slides before they perfected the necessary heat treatment. To find one in this condition is a terrific opportunity for the advanced collector. (8B11810-9) {C&R}
HANDSOME CUSTOM ANTIQUE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY SHERIFF'S MODEL REVOLVER
barrel with an excellent bore. This is an ex tremely handsome revolver which has likely been converted to Sheriff's model configuration and shows wonderful modern scroll engraving. The engraving is very nicely executed and is in heavy coverage on the frame, cylinder, barrel and grip frame. The barrel shows the correct two-line address while the frame shows proper three line patent dates. Some of the serial numbers appear to have been freshened likely when the revolver was engraved. The revolver remains in excellent condition retaining about 99% blue and color case hardened finish applied after engraving. Screws and small component parts show bright fire blue finish. The revolver is fitted with a pair of smooth ivory grips which rate excellent. A very handsome custom antique Colt Single Action revolver. (1C11523-65) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)
185. NICE DOCUMENTED NEW MEXICO SHIPPED & FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER
serial #329143, 44-40, 4 3/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and strong rifling throughout. This desirable revolver was shipped in a twogun order on June 24, 1914 to the Whitney Company of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The included factory letter also confirms the barrel length, nickel finish and factory engraving; although no stocks are listed the revolver currently wears a set of original factory mother-of-pearl grips with carved steer head motif along the right panel and recessed silver Colt medallions. This revolver, engraved during the Helfricht era, is in his characteristic style in near full coverage featuring wide flowing foliate scrollwork with punch-dot background shading, extensive zigzagging and crosshatching, and full circumferential motif along the cylinder. There is a little floral blossom on either side of the forward frame, foliate fan on loading gate and foliate pierced diamond on the bow of the guard. The embellishments show some mild softening in areas but is mostly strong and intact, the revolver having been refinished long ago during the period of use in nickel retaining about 92% with scattered light flaking and edge wear toning to medium gunmetal patina and some small areas of minor oxidation staining. The nickel has reacquired some mild honest clouding from the years and the pearl grips remain in near excellent condition, the right panel with a few tiny flakes along the edges, and showing nice iridescence and structure. The grips are un-numbered though their fit is very good overall and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The action will require mechanical attention as the hammer pushes off to the half cock notch and the hammer notches are a little soft but timing and lock-up are good. This is a fine New Mexico shipped revolver in an attractive high grade style of factory embellishment. (13E11523-117) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (12,000/18,000)
90% original bright fire blue. Some of the action screw heads appear to be lightly dressed showing a coppery plum color, howeve the slots are crisp. The bolt retains 90% original blue with light abrasions left of the extractor while the hammer spur and body have moderate wear and very light pinprick oxidation. The lever, barrel bands, and buttplate show silvery high edge wear with a pewter gray patina and generous
(7000/9000)
toward the butt, scattered dings throughout especially along the buttplate, wrist and forend, and perhaps old inconspicuous reapplied finish otherwise the stocks are nicely fitted with raised grain. The carbine is sighted with a graduated carbine rear sight and a standard blade front sight. This is an honest example of a well-used but cared for carbine with an excellent bore. (24B11716-7) {C&R}
barrel markings are present on either side of the rear barrel band, though they have softened, they are clearly legible. The receiver shows high edge wear and light pitting scattered throughout withwever the screw heads
serial #826075, 38 WCF, 16” round barrel with a full magazine and a bright good plus bore with scattered pitting throughout and strong rifling. The barrel, magazine tube, and barrel bands of this 1917-made carbine have a pleasant gunmetal gray patina showing some cleaned pitting throughout with two 1/4” dings on either side , and
The plain gumwood stocks remain in about good condition as cleaned and refinished showing scattered light dings and some of the edges a little bit shy of the metal, especially along the buttplate with the forend retaining slightly more sheen than the buttstock. The hammer spring screw on the lower tang shows moderate slot wear otherwise the screw heads are crisp, and the carbine is sighted with a standard graduated rear sight and a plain front post. An honest example of a Trapper Carbine that tells a story of hard use while retaining a good bore. (24B11716-10) {C&R} (4000/6000)
finish remaining and with some scattered light handling marks. The bottom of the forend has a bit of a longer scratch between the screws and a notch lightly cut perpendicular to the forend just ahead of the rear screw. The rifle is equipped with its original military style steel buttplate and is sighted with a gold washed Beach combination front, carbine length sporting rear barrel sight and a Sharps sporting tang sight. The serial number on the bottom of the barrel is matching, there is an additional number "156796" with the digits individually struck through and the correct number stamped adjacent in the same die stamp - clearly a factory swap before the rifle was shipped. Mr. Gaines notes reference a R.L. Moore letter which we have not located - he states the rifle shipped to E.S. Harris in New York City April 24, 1877. His notes further state that he acquired this
DESIRABLE WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 TAKEDOWN
rear sight dovetail, very minor scuffs and wear close to the muzzle, and occasional oxidation freckles. The action retains perhaps 8590% original blue with silvery high edge wear, signs of cleaned oxidation staining, a replaced hammer screw, and wear along the takedown boss
wear, a nicely blanked rear dovetail, and a standard front sight with a fairly worn ivory bead. An exceptional rifle with modest wear from light honest use in a desirable chambering. (24B11871-5) {C&R}
(4000/6000)
serial #80106, 38-55, 26” round barrel with a half magazine and a bright near excellent bore with light frosting and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1899-made rifle retains 95% original blue with light handling marks, some mild oxidation speckling, and more moderate abrasions just ahead of the magazine from improper takedown. The action retains about 80% original blue with moderate flaking, classic Winchester horizontal striations, and silvery high edge wear adding patina. The endcap and hammer spring screws show some slot wear otherwise the screw heads are clean. The bolt retains 95% original blue with light high edge wear and minor abrasions while the lever and hammer show light oxidation staining under bright light and retain generous vibrant case-hardened color. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock rates very fine with some minor scratches and dings throughout yet it shows beautiful figure and strong original finish with the factory hard rubber buttplate. The lower left tang shows as sembly markings "9318 XXX RB" however, the upper tang inlet appears to be marked "8638" yet the fit remains nice. The checkered forend also displays beautiful figure with few handling marks though the fit is not as good as the buttstock. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman combination tang sight with coarse knurling, a standard semi-buckhorn rear sight, and a standard front blade sight with a nickel-silver insert. A lovely rifle that has seen some use with a great bore. (24C11871-7) {C&R} (3000/4000)
and takedown magazine tube show some handling marks and scattered oxidation speckling with softened markings. The action shows bright gunmetal-gray patina especially on the belly and loading gate with silvery high edge wear and slightly worn slots on the upper and lower tang stock screws while the lever
serial #27269, 30-40 Krag, 22” round barrelfling. The nickel steel barrel of this 1900-made carbine retains about 98% original blue showing a few areas thinning to a gray-brown pewter patina, especially at the muzzle with very light oxidation freckling throughout and a couple small dings on the left side near the front sight that are mostly unobtrusive. The remaining metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue showing silvery high edges with thinning from cycling, scattered light oxidation staining predominantly along the lever, and light scratches throughout with a concentration on the left side of the action near the rear sight. Some of the action screws show minor slot wear, and the saddle ring shows some impact marks while the hammer retains vibrant color case-hardening. The straight grip carbine walnut stock rates good showing light handling marks and scratches throughout with some minor dings along the wrist and comb with a modestly flaked reapplied oil finish. The finger-grooved forend shows a couple chips, impact marks, and abrasions along the left side woodline with nicely filled upper handguard retention slots that have been cleaned and refinished long ago. The carbine is sighted with a Lyman 21 sight while the original rear sight removed and plug screws installed and the original soldered front sight base removed with dovetail added equipped with a Marbles “Sheard” front sight containing a copper bead. (24B11874-38) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1200/1800)
ered by the reapplied blue, oxidation speckling throughout and light dispersed scratches with the magazine tube showing slight damage at the end around the retention screw. The action shows evident cleaning marks particularly along the left side and old pitting covered by reapplied blue with some screws showing slot damage and others have been replaced. The carrier maintains a pleasant goldenrod patina with a softened cartridge marking while the lever and hammer show remnants of silvery case-hardened finish. The markings have been softened from cleaning however, all are legible and the upper tang along the left shows evidence of repair. The straight-gripped walnut stock is about very good showing scattered dings and scratches through
surfaces suggesting it has been cleaned and finish reapplied while the forend, also refinished, has a few handling marks and one impact mark toward the forend cap about 1/4” in diameter otherwise the fit is nice. The rifle is sighted with a standard adjustable leaf rifle rear sight showing a replaced retention screw with all screwheads exhibiting slot wear and the ladder a little distorted while the front is a standard post with remnants of a brass bead. An honest example of an 1876 rifle with character. (24B11523-30) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1500/2000)
.56 caliber, 9 1/2" octagon barrels with excellent bores. Each of the locks are marked "W. Adams" and the top of each barrel is engraved "MAKER". The pistols show nice scroll engraving on the locks, hammer, bolsters, barrel breech and tang along with the triggerguards and tailpipes. The stocks are of walnut with checkered grips which terminate with flared flat bottom butts. The nosecaps are of pewter as are the oval wedge escutcheons. The stocks are made without sideplates with lock screws having simple washer inserts. The condition of the guns is wonderful with the locks, barrel breeches and tangs showing 95% original color case hardened finish. The barrels retain 95% original brown finish with strong damascus pattern visible along their entire lengths. One of the barrels shows a couple patches of light oxidation and some pinprick pitting. The triggerguards retain 85% bright original blue finish with most loss due to flaking on the tangs. The walnut stocks show excellent flat top checkering and retain 95% original finish with crisp edges and lovely surfaces. One of the pistols shows scratches around the lock screw from a careless attempt at removing the screw, otherwise the stocks show just light handling marks. Each pistol retains its original brass tipped ramrods. The pistols comes in their original walnut case with a superb interior. The interior is lined in maroon baize with partitions all original and sound. The cleaning and loading implements include a pair of rosewood cleaning rods with finely threaded brass tips which show a beautiful untouched patina. A fluted three cavity powder flask, single cavity round ball mould, rosewood handled turn screw and nipple wrench, small rosewood mallet and two wooden cannisters with threaded tops. The lining is fully intact and shows honest fading with six original rests in the bottom of th case which keep the pistols perfectly flat. The exterior of the case is excellent except for the lid which shows a repaired crack across the center and was refinished. The top of the lid has a flat folding brass handle, there are two sliding brass catches on the font along with the center mounted lock. These pistols were likely made by William Adams who was active in London during the 1840's when these pistols were likely made. This is a very handsome set of percussion pistols for the antique arms collector. (1B11874-172) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (7000/9000)
serial #1917m, 9mm, 4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing touches of minor oxidation in the grooves near the chamber, but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1936-dated pistol retain about 75-80% original blue, the majority of loss to the gripstraps which have worn to gray, with light wear on high edges and contact points, two spots of lightly mottled finish on the side of the receiver and atop the toggle, and minor thinning. The strawed parts have toned halfway to a silvery patina and the sear spring and toggle pins display lovely fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with light edge wear and some scattered flattened points of checkering, and both appear to be unmarked. The metal markings
to match. A solid Luger pistol, made during the first year of open German rearmament. (14B11728-176) {C&R} (1500/2000)
serial #1323e, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a spot of oxidation nearer the chamber, but with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1935-made pistol retain about 95% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, toning to brown on the backstrap, and light thinning on the barrel and sideplate. The strawed parts retain about 60% color with the balance toned to a silvery patina, and the toggle pins and sear spring display vibrant fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with some light wear and flattened points of checkering, both panels unnumbered, and the grip screws show remnants of fire blue at the edges. The metal markings remain crisp with droopwing “(eagle) / 63” waffenamts and firing proofs, and all the numbered parts are matching the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. Included are a pair of magazines, one bright-
base and numbered “1103y” with “+” and “(eagle) / 655”, a quality reproduction Luger tool, and a brown leather Luger holster. The holster is in very good condition with scat tered light handling marks and spots of light wear, the bottom of the magazine pouch showing a small tear, and the rear face is clearly marked “GUSTAV police “(sunburst) K”, the right side unit marked “L. Sch. 260.” making it item 260 of the Landjaegerei of the Schleswig district. An attractive ensemble for the German collector. (14B11888-1) {C&R} (3500/4000)
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serial #2924v, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good lightly pitted bore, still showing clear rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1940-dated pistol retain about 75% original blue with light to perhaps more moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, the gripstraps wearing to a gray patina with tones of brown, and scattered specks of oxidation staining and handling marks. The strawed parts retain strong remnants of color in protected areas with the balance toned to a silvery-gunmetal patina, the sear spring and some of the toggle pins retaining very good fire blue. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with general light wear and handling marks, the inside of the right panel marked only with “W”. The metal markings remain clear with the Mauser banner on the toggle, “(crown) / U” proofs on the left side of the receiver, breech, and front sight base,
does not have the proper “GE marked on both sides, only the typical one. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blued-bodied aluminum-base mag azine showing operational wear and numbered “7374n” with “+” and “(eagle) / 63” below it. Though the Dutch contracts were reordered multiple times, it was always for small quantities. The final Dutch Navy order was placed in February 1940, with Mauser beginning production immediately; the German army invaded the Netherlands in May of that year, with only 600 pistols produced, a third of which bearing “(crown) / U” proofs. An honest example of these rare Luger variants, seized by the German Army upon their invasion of the Netherlands. (14B11728-171) {C&R}
199. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #4375d, 9mm, 4” barrel with a very good bore showing pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1938-dated pistol retain about 75-80% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, the gripstraps toning to gray-brown, and scattered spots of pinprick pitting. The small parts retain strong hot salt blue with minor edge wear. The checkered walnut grips are in very good plus condition with a few flattened points of checkering, and both are numbered “75”. The metal markings remain crisp, the receiver and barrel marked with “(eagle) / 63” waffenamt and droopwing firing proofs, and all the num-
standard open sights and included is a blued-bodied aluminum-base magazine serialized and matching to the pistol, and a black leather Luger holster. The holster is in very good plus condition with light thinning of black finish, a few spots of crazing and han dling marks, and the flap for the Luger tool pocket becoming detached. The rear of the holster appears to be marked “FROST & J’A’HNEL / BRESLAU / 1938” number beneath and a clear “3406” stamped to the right. A fine ensemble for the Luger collector. (14B11728-179) {C&R}
200. EXCEPTIONAL GUSTAVE YOUNG COLUMBIAN EXHIBITION ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER
serial #27887, 44 S&W Russian, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This stunning revolver appears unfired and was engraved by Gustave Young for the 1893 Columbian Exhibition held in Chicago. This gun is pictured and described on page 125 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly and is also mentioned in Peter DeRose’s thorough article on Smith & Wesson at the Columbian Exhibition published by the American Society of Arms Collectors in 2013. We originally sold this revolver as part of the superb Gary Garbrecht collection as Lot 50 in Auction 49 on September 24, 2005. The revolver is embellished in lovely coverage by Young with his very finest detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with clean punch-dot background shading, overlapping in areas and with Young’s distinctive cinches in the scroll. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original bright blue with some minor loss due only to some sparsely scattered flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and the faint beginnings of a thin turn line that normally would not be worth the mention. All embellishments remain crisp and the hammer and triggerguard show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the trigger with fine pale straw color. The smooth motherof-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing lovely iridescence and structure with perfect fit throughout. At the time of the exhibition, medallions in pearl grips were not standard but they were retrofitted onto guns with pearl grips when they were sold later as is the case with
serial #4964, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a mostly bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of old oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this handsome revolver retain about 90% factory bright blue with the most noticeable apology being some flaked areas around the muz zle that are toning to gray-brown patina and show a bit of old light to perhaps moderate oxidation. The cylinder shows a bit of lighter flaking to mild gray-brown patina along two of the flats and the remaining surfaces are very clean with lovely rich blue. The revolver appears to have been partially refinished no doubt by the factory during the period of use as the sideplate shows a few tiny pinprick pits beneath the finish that are only visible upon close inspection, it may indeed be just the sideplate that was done and the blue is absolutely what you would expect from Smith & Wesson at this time period. The triggerguard retains fine wisps of case-hardened colors mostly drifting to a pleasant smoky gray and the hammer shows fine vibrant colors throughout. The latch retains all of its lovely bright blue and the trigger shows generous dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition with a little older added oil finish and a small ding on the right panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number while the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “97”. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive blued First Model American. (4000/6000)
202. SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 TRANSITIONAL FIRST MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER
serial #6579, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This transitional model features the slightly shorter cylinder and i locking hammer-latch assembly of the Second Model while retaining the smaller diameter trigger pin. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 65% original bright blue with the balance flaking and toning to a medium gray-brown patina along with a few old dings and some mild oxidation staining here and there. The triggerguard shows remnants of smoky case-hardening while the hammer retains generous vibrant colors and the latch and trigger show good dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the smooth walnut grips rate very fine showing some light dings and mild abrasions along the bottom edges. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “24”. A nice example of the scarce transitional model. (13B11730-221) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #7639, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few areas of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling. This is one of about 20,000 first contract revolvers sent to Russia, most of which have not survived. This example is also rather interesting as it includes a signed and notarized affidavit from big game hunter John H. Batten dated 1988 in-which he indicates that he obtained this revolver in September 1971 during the course of his Marco Polo sheep hunt in Afghanistan. He purchased this revolver, along with a New Model Russian serial #35763, at an antiques arm shop at a bazaar in Kabul. He states that in the 1970s there were variably offered a wide array of Russian and British arms. Considering the circumstances, this example is in very nice shape retaining about 50% original bright blue with the balance toning to a mix of mild gray-brown and pewter gunmetal patina also showing some scattered old dings and minor light pitting. The hammer and triggerguard
pin, the lanyard ring is intact and the smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition with light dings and edge wear. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the barrel and latch are also matching the frame while the cylinder is numbered “19900” but from a Russian contract gun. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action will require some mechanical attention as the bolt does not lock up the cylinder reliably though the hammer is crisp and timing is very good. Most of the First Model contract revolvers have been lost to the years and this is a fine example for the advanced Smith & Wesson or martial collector with interesting provenance. (13D11730-247) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
204. RUSSIAN CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL REVOLVER
serial #7103, 44 S&W Russian, 7” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 60% original bright blue with the balance flaking to a medium gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina and showing a few small areas of cleaned light pitting mostly along the cylinder flats. The hammer and spur triggerguard retain some wisps of good case-hardened colors drifting to smoky gray patina and all markings are intact and strong showing single line Smith & Wesson address in Russian and Russian imperial eagle over “KO” inspector mark atop
yard ring is intact. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some mild edge wear and light handling marks. The right panel and other numbered parts are matching the frame, the latch spring is broken or missing, barrel-to-frame fit is otherwise solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. About 70,000 Second Model revolvers were procured by the Russian government. (13C11730-269) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
205. VERY FINE COLT FIRST MODEL DRAGOON "U.S. DRAGOONS" MARKED REVOLVER
serial #5821, 44 cal., 7 1/2" part round part octagon barrel with a very good bright bore showing crisp rifling and just a few scattered light specks of oxidation. This is a very nice example of these early Colt U.S. Martial revolvers. The revolver shows matching numbers on the frame, triggerguard, backstrap, cylinder, arbor, barrel, loading lever and in pencil on the grip beneath the buttstrap. The wedge is an original but is numbered "372". Subinspectors initials include "O" on bottom of frame and barrel lug, "K" on triggerguard, left side of triggerguard marked "1 / s", right side of backstrap marked "1 / G", right side of triggerguard marked "T" as is the rear face of the cylinder and there is a small "s" before the serial number on the periphery of the cylinder. The cylinder scene remains very strong at perhaps 85% and there is only light minor pitting in and around the nipple recesses and on the face of the cylinder. The barrel and cylinder show a pleasing mostly smooth brown patina with all markings remaining clear and legible. The frame is a pleasing mix of faded original color case hardening and gray patina with just a few very minor patches of fine pitting. The brass grip frame shows a light mellow patina, again with crisp markings. The original one-piece walnut grip fits beautifully, is numbered to the gun and shows some old added finish with inspector's cartouches no longer visible. The barrel-to-frame fit remains very tight and the action is crisp. This revolver clearly was spared of the hard use that the vast majority of these revolvers endured. All screwheads remain excellent and the grip frame fits as perfectly as the barrel does
serial #4202, .31 cal., 4" octagon barrel with an about very good bore showing strong rifling its entire length with some scattered light pitting. The backstrap of this revolver is nicely period engraved "John H. Hill San Francisco". This revolver was made in 1848, during the infancy of the California Gold Rush. It was during March of 1848 that a San Francisco newspaper reported the discovery of gold which spawned the Gold Rush of 1849. The population of San Francisco was 500 in 1847 and after the discovery of gold the population soared to 150,000 by 1852. The revolver shows matching numbers on the barrel, frame, triggerguard, backstrap, cylinder and arbor and features round cylinder stops. The wedge shows two numbers "730" and "185", the ivory grips are unnumbered and of two-pieces joined by a wood spacer. The metal surfaces of revolver show a generally smooth and even gray brown patina with some scattered patches of light pitting present. The Ranger and Indian cylinder scene is about 75% visible, the "COLT'S / PATENT" and serial number are crisp and fully legible. The two-line barrel address with finials is fully legible reading toward breech with the top of the top line being a little light. The brass grip frame rates excellent with a mellow light patina. The ivory grips have a wonderful yellow aged patina with a couple minor stress cracks which just adds to the authenticity of the revolver. Cursory research has not unearthed any information regarding Mr. Hill. The revolver comes in a nice period leather holster which remains supple with nice intact stitching. The flap of the holster has been modified and belt loops have been cut into the bottom portion of the flap. A very interesting and honest little Baby Dragoon which could prove to be much more interesting with further research. (1C1187474) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #293650, 45 LC, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1907 production revolver remains in nice condition. The barrel and cylinder show about 85% original blue finish with some light flaking and blending to brown. The cylinder may have had a bit of cold blue added at some point and there are some light impact marks here and there on the barrel. The frame shows perhaps 70% faded original color case hardened finish blending with a smooth gray brown patina in the thinnest areas. The grip frame is a mottled gray on the front and back straps with nice bright blue in the protected areas. The revolv is fitted with a nice set of period ivory grips which fit quite nicely and rate very good showing some age cracks. The revolve cycles crisply and is fitted with a period and possibly original lanyard swivel in the buttstrap. A very handsome Bisley for t Colt collector. (1B11874-163) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection]
207. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY BISLEY MODEL REVOLVER
208. WONDERFUL COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #307897, 38 WCF, 5 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a beautiful 1908-made revolver retaining about 97-98% original rich bright blue with some sharp edge wear and light operational wear along the cylinder. There is a little spot of old oxidation along the right upper edge of the triggerguard and a small ding on the barrel right of the rear sight, these apologies mostly unobtrusive due to the otherwise lovely condition of the gun. The frame, hammer and loading gate retain a similar amount of excellent vibrant case-hardened colors with just a few spots of mild brown patina along the high edges. The screw heads are clean and all show superb brilliant fire blue throughout, the trigger also with fine fire blue and all markings remain crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips are properly scratchnumbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition retaining crisp Rampant Colt motifs. All markings remain crisp and clear, the serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described in a ten-gun shipment on May 7, 1909 to the Simmons Hardware Company of St. Louis. This is an excellent early 1900s Single Action Army that appears to have seen very little actual use and would be a wonderful addition to any advanced Colt or American revolver collection. (13D11953-3) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)
serial #38, 41 RF, 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. Another exceptional rarity in the Smith & Wesson realm, this No. 3 revolver is one of two known. This interesting “big bore” four-shot revolver was the largest pocket model devised by Smith & Wesson but ended up not being put into production. At the Paris Exposition in 1867, Smith & Wesson displayed in one of their cases 35 pistols representing all of the sizes offered and a Springfield Daily Republican news article from Jan 4, 1867 specifically mentions about the display “among them are two of a model just perfected, which has four chambers and carries a ball larger than any ever made at this manufactory, but weighs only one pound”. A Smith & Wesson advertise ment for the Exposition also lists the four sizes of revolver with the final one being “No. 3, POCKET PISTOL- Four Shot, Weight One Pound…Calibre 41-100, Length of Barrel 4 and 4 1-2 Inches”. So, it would seem obvious that the two No. 3 revolvers brought to the Exposition were one 4” example and one 4 1/2” ex ample. A scan of the March 1961 “Gun Report” article by Graham Burnside about this specific revolver, serial #38, is included. At this time the revolver was part of the Mario Marinetto collection who purchased it from Lloyd Ellison of Springfield, MA. The revolver remains in lovely condition and is very likely unfired, retaining about 98% original nickel finish showing a few sparse tiny flakes and freckles, some light handling marks and the nickel taking on some slight honest clouding from the years. The butt shows small stamped “38” serial number while the other principal components are un-numbered and the barrel is stamped only with Smith & Wesson’s address. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish showing some very minor sharp edge wear and light handling marks, their fit perfect. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action remains crisp. This revolver was, in more modern times, displayed in Smith & Wesson’s “Artistry in Arms” travelling exhibit (1991-1995) and at the 131st NRA Annual Meetings Exhibit on April 28, 2002 where it was awarded a Silver Certificate of Recognition which is included. This important revolver represents an interesting “dead end” in Smith & Wesson’s revolver design and product line. (13F11730-86) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (20,000/40,000)
THIRD MODEL RUSSIAN
serial #69587, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles and crisp rifling throughout. This is an interesting unmarked revolver which otherwise bears the hallmarks of Russian contract production by Ludwig Loewe showing the Model 1874 stamp in Russian at the rear left corner of the frame and also bearing German “(Crown) / V” 1891 voluntary proofs atop the barrel and on the cylinder. The metal surfaces are finely engraved with quality European filigree foliate scrollwork and neat geometric bordering throughout, the sides of the hinge with nice motif and the cylinder flats and muzzle with attractive fancy gold wire inlays. The triggerguard is a bit unusual being a bit wider and more flared out with no spur but obviously made for this gun and the metal surfaces show an old light cleaning and are now mostly a pewter gunmetal patina with pale
chambers show some rough reaming marks but the bore has not been molested and the arm still seems to chamber 44 S&W Russian cartridges normally. The lanyard ring hole has been plugged with a screw and the hammer retains remnants of bright straw color. The revolver wears a set of checkered walnut grips that feature bold foliate carving throughout and rate very good plus with some darkening from the years and scattered light dings. The back of the cylinder is erroneously numbered “2209” but is obviously the original cylinder intended for the gun while the latch and barrel are un-numbered. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of play and the action will require some me chanical attention as it cycles very stiffy requiring manual assistance. This is an interesting revolver no doubt intended for entation or some other special purpose. (13C11730-282) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
211. FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER BELONGING TO 6TH NEW HAMPSHIRE INFANTRY COLOR BEARER HENRY E. BADGER
serial #16367, 32 RF, 6” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some areas of old light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling. This lovely revolver bears a fine period inscription along the backstrap and continuing onto the base of the frame “H.E. Badger Regimental Color Barer 6th N.H.V.V.S” (“Bearer” does indeed appear to be missing its first “e”). Born in Peterborough, NH in 1843, Henry E. Badger enlisted at age 18 into Company E of the 6th New Hampshire Infantry and served with distinction throughout the entire war. The 6th NH Infantry saw extensive action in some of the most important battles of the Civil War including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Vicksburg, Wilderness, Spotsylvania and Petersburg among many others. Badger was wounded numerous times, most notably in action on September 17, 1862 at Antietam. He was also injured at Bethesda Church on June 3, 1864 and at the infamous Petersburg mine explosion (Battle of the Crater) on July 30, 1864. Badger also saw numerous promotions, being appointed corporal after his reenlistment in December 1863, later sergeant and finally a commission as second lieutenant of Company C on June 1, 1865. He mustered out with the rest of his unit on July 17, 1865, returning to New Hampshire and living there until his passing on December 20, 1917. He is buried in Pine Grove Cemetery in Manchester, about 2 1/2 miles from our location. Color bearers generally were not armed, instead relying on their guards, but they were prime targets and these Smith & Wesson revolvers were pop ular private purchase sidearms so this revolver was no doubt Badger’s only weapon to serve as his last line of defense. The revolver is in the desirable two-tone finish with blued barrel and cylinder and silver-plated frame. The barrel retains about 60% original bright blue with overall flaking to gray-brown patina and showing some scattered light pitting from the year mostly along the left edges. The cylinder retains about 40% original bright blue with the balance similar to the barrel while t retains about 94-95% original silver finish that has taken on a pleasant mild tarnish and shows some scattered light flaking al right side and around the letters of the inscription. These lightly flaked areas bear a consistent deep plum-brown patina and everything looks totally honest and righteous. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some light edge wear and handling marks, the right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and their fit is excellent. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a bit of play and one of the small cylinder stop finger springs is broken. Despite this, the action otherwise seems to function normally. Printouts from the NPS soldier index, Antietam On The Web and a photo of Badger’s headstone are included. This is a wonderful revolver with local provenance carried by a gallant New Hampshire soldier. (13E11923-1) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)
212. SCARCE U.S. MODEL 1858 CADET RIFLE-MUSKET WITH RARE CORRECT BAYONET BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
.58 cal, 38” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive rifle-musket rate near excellent and remain mostly bright having been lightly and carefully cleaned with a few sparsely scattered remnants of smoothed-over pinprick pits and oxidation speckles here and there, a bit more noticeable along the lockplate and its components. The barrel bands and rear sight are a mottled gray patina, both the barrel and lockplate are 1860-dated and all markings remain strong. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition as carefully cleaned and showing some oil finish with a couple of minor drying cracks forming around the lockplate and small repairs behind the rear band. The stock retains a strong circled “ESA” inspector cartouche on the left flat and a tulip head swelled shank steel ramrod is present. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included rare original bayonet features proper 16” blade and has been lightly cleaned long ago to pewter gunmetal patina showing some remnants of old light pitting and minor dings. The face retains strong “US / S” markings and the blade also shows a rack number “735”. This is a very fine and desirable ensemble for the advanced U.S. martial collector. (13C11816-3) {ANTIQUE} (4000/5000)
KENDALL & LAWRENCE WITH BAYONET
.54 cal, 33” barrel with a fair bore showing light pitting and somewhat worn but evident rifling throughout. This desirable “Mississippi rifle” is one of an estimated 961 rifles that were modified for the State of New Hampshire with a unique bayonet lug secured with a pair of screws to accept a saber bayonet. The barrel and lockplate are a deep gray-brown patina showing some scattered partially smoothed-over old pitting, a bit more noticeable along the left side of the muzzle, and some old oxidation staining. The hammer screw has been refinished in blue and the original markings remain strong with “US / SK / VP” proofs at the breech and fine maker markings in center of lockplate with Vermont address and 1847 date at the rear. The breech tang appears to be dated 1848 and the bayonet lug is numbered “277”. The brass hardware is a pleasant deep ocher patina showing some light handling marks and a large stamped “19” rack number at the heel. The initials “CB” are scratched along the inside of the patchbox cover over another name that appears to be “J.H. Klem”, a cursory search has not revealed a NH soldier with the name Klem. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition perhaps showing an old cleaning and has darkened nicely from the years with some scattered light dings and handling marks, the “ESA” inspector cartouche on the left flat perhaps refreshed at some point. The included brass-tipped ramrod appears to be a quality older reproduction of the correct style and the lock seems to function well mechanically. Included is an original rare saber bayonet with 20 1/2” blade and brass hilt. The blade is mostly pewter gunmetal showing some scattered old light pitting and minor staining, the brass hardware a pleasant
214. EXTREMELY RARE U.S. MODEL 1882 EXPERIMENTAL TRAPDOOR RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #197414, 45-70 Govt., 28” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple tiny pits throughout the strong sixgroove rifling. This is a lovely “short rifle” and is one of only 52 Model 1882 experimental rifles made in the hope of providing both the infantry and cavalry with the same shoulder arm and the same ammunition. Production was split between 26 examples made with three-groove rifling and a front sight to accept a socket bayonet and 26 with six-groove rifling and triangular rod bayonets, this example being one of those, all of which are found in the 197000-199000 serial number range. Other distinguishing features of both variants are the 28” barrel, a specially marked and calibrated rear sight, curved sling swivels for easy entry into the cavalry scabbard and a friction-fit breechblock which enabled the breechblock to remain open in any position. The barrel retains perhaps 60% toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light and showing some overall light dings and old oxidation speckling. The lock and triggerguard have an even balance of original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening and brown patina with some fine oxidation staining, while the trap buttplate and barrel bands show remnants of silvery case-hardened patina mixing with gray-brown. The 1873 dated breechblock and rear tang have muted to brown and gray case-hardened finish with some light oxidation and generous strong colors in the protected areas. The walnut stock remains in very good plus to fine condition with a small drying crack at the heel and some overall mild abrasions and dings to be expected from honest trials use. The “SWP / 1882” stock cartouche and circle “P” firing proof remain strong and there are softened inspector initials between the rear tang and firing proof. The rear sight is marked “28 / B” on the left side of the base and “28” on the ladder, all other parts are properly marked, the markings crisp and clean. A Model 1875 headless shell extractor, wiper and Model 1879 combination tool are present in the stock trap. The trigger is correctly ungrooved, the ramrod-bayonet locks up securely in both positions and the correct three-position tumbler with unique low safety notch is strong and crisp. The Model 1882 Trapdoor short rifle was not adopted and the military continued to issue both rifles and carbines until the Springfield Model 1903. One of the rarest of all the Trapdoors, this example is in fine condition and will make a wonderful addition to any high-end U.S. martial arms collection. (5E11730-1348) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (15,000/20,000)
IN “THE .45-70 SPRINGFIELD”
serial #L, 30-40 Krag, 32 5/8” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation nearer the muzzle and crisp three-groove rifling. Starting in 1890, U.S. Ordnance began to consider and test smallbore smokeless powder rifle cartridges and developed a series of special trapdoor rifles expressly for testing various powders and barrel steels. At least twenty different barrels were made and fifteen rifles assembled during the course of their studies, with barrel codes “A” through “T” mentioned in the 1894 Ordnance report. This rifle, coded “L”, is the exact rifle extensively pictured and studied through pages 198 to 211 of “The .4570 Springfield” by Frasca & Hill. These rifles of course differed considerably from their service model counterparts, featuring unique barrel bands, spring-pin fastened handguards, redesigned one-piece triggerguards, unmarked no-arch reinforced breechblocks, reinforced straight-sided receivers and slimmer stocks among other necessary changes. This rifle remains in lovely condition, the barrel retaining about 96% original blue with just some mild silvering ahead of the barrel bands while the receiver and lockplate retain about 98% lovely original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The breechblock and upper tang retain a similar amount of vibrant case-hardened colors, the barrel bands retain about 98% original bright blue and the triggerguard and buttplate retain about 90% original bright blue showing some mild flaking and edge wear. The barrel shank bears the “L” code and the receiver was never serial-numbered, as is proper. The smooth walnut stock and short handguard remain in very fine condition with strong arsenal oil finish, one small minor crack ahead of the rear lock screw, and the expected scattered light dings and rack marks. The stock retains a strong boxed “SWP / 1892” cartouche on the left side and circled “P” firing proof along the toe line. The rifle is sighted with barleycorn-style blade front sight and short 1884 Buffington rear sight with no graduation markings on top and the three-position lock is crisp. This is an important rifle for the student of U.S. martial arms that lead the way to the final adoption of high velocity smallbore smokeless service cartridges in the U.S. military. (13E11730-1389) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (20,000/30,000)
this lovely rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some areas thinning to mild gunmetal gray patina under bright light and some other scattered light handling marks. The barrel bands and triggerguard retain a similar amount of original bright blue and the buttplate also shows generous bright blue with expected edge wear. The bolt is mostly a medium gunmetal patina and all markings remain intact and crisp showing Russian proof and inspector marks with acceptance eagle on the barrel and a crown stamp atop the receiver flat. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine to near excellent condition retaining about 85% original finish showing some scattered light dings, minor handling marks and a few areas of somewhat worn finish mostly along the forend. The right side of the buttstock retains a crisp 1870-dated Russian acceptance cartouche. The forward sling swivel is missing as is relatively common on these rifles and the rear is intact. The rifle has not been updated with the volley sights and the cleaning rod is also present. An excellent early Birm ingham contract Berdan II rifle that has seen very little use and is seldom seen in this country. (13C11730-1470) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
serial #55129, .52 cal, 30” barrel with a partially bright fair-good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with generally strong rifling throughout. This rifle has fine 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). The barrel and bands have mostly toned to a rich plumbrown patina showing a scattered mix of old and active oxidation, some areas perhaps moderate, while the action and lockplate are a somewhat lighter pewter gunmetal patina with scattered patches of plum-brown patina and old fine pitting. The barrel retains a slightly softened but legible “NEW MODEL 1859” marking and rather obscure Sharps address ahead of the rear sight while the action and lockplate retain legible patent dates throughout. The barrel band springs are stuck down likely due to oxidation causing the bands to be loose but with some careful attention this could no doubt be remedied. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition with thin cracks at either side of the upper tang and a few missing slivers around the lockplate, otherwise just showing some scattered old dings and maintaining an honest appearance commensurate with the balance of the arm. The left side of the wrist also retains a ghostly remnant of the inspector cartouche and all proper hardware is intact including the pellet primer parts. The barrel is matching the receiver and the action will require a little mechanical attention as the set trigger is not functional and the trigger spring is weak requiring manual back pressure for the hammer to catch on half and full cock. A very good example of the always sought-after Sharps Berdan rifle for the U.S. martial collector. (13C11896-141) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
heavy round barrel with a very good bore that has some light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces are overall mottled brown and gray with some areas of light pitting scattered about. barrel is marked “Old Reliable” with the Sharps Bridgeport address and the under side is numbered to the frame. The markings are light but still visible. The upper tang shows an older repair, some of the screws have light slot damage. The walnut stocks rate about very good showing evidence of light cleaning and oil finish added over dings and other light handling marks. The forend has a schnabel tip that was reshaped on the left side. The straight grip buttstock has gaps around the upper tang and around the rear of the frame, along with a few minor chips. The base portion of a sling bar remains on the left side of the wrist, the rear of the frame appears to once have had a bar attached as well. Rifle is equipped with a “hump” style front sight blade and a sporting rear sight. Rifle features dual set triggers and the action appears to function correctly. The rifle by serial number was a New Model 1863 cavalry carbine which was later converted to centerfire and re-barreled to resemble the Sharps “Hunter’s Rifle” configuration. (4A118505) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
SHARPS NEW MODEL CARTRIDGE-CONVERTED
serial #92357, 50-70, 22” three groove barrel with a bright very good bore showing a few areas of light oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel has toned a gray-brown patina showing some scattered oxidation and trace
EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 44 DOUBLE ACTION
tion, there are a few areas starting show mild clouding, and a series of small impact marks on the right side of the barrel. The top latch and triggerguard have 99% original deep blue finish. The trigger and hammer have beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The grips are un-marked motherof-pearl that remain in excellent condition and the overall fit to frame is excellent. This gun features a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and the action crisp. This is one of the earlier variations without the cartridge markings on the barre example suitable for any discriminating collection. (8B11871-14) {ANTIQUE}
REVOLVER
serial #9600, 44 S&W Russian, 5” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation with good rifling throughout. This is a nice example of the rare and desirable “Wesson Favorite” lightened 44 DA revolver. The barrel and frame retain about 90% original nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking and handling marks. The cylinder with distinctive Smith & Wesson address and patent dates along the flats is a relatively even mix of original nickel finish and pewter gunmetal patina showing some areas of cleaned light pitting. The triggerguard retains about 80% original bright blue with some thinning to graybrown patina while the hammer and trigger show smoky remnants of case-hardening. The revolver wears a set of smooth antique ivory grips in very fine condition exhibiting a pleasant patina and showing some light handling marks and edges a but shy of the frame. The revolver is
The remaining numbered parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the hammer will push off in single action but the action seems to function nor mally in double action with very good timing and lock-up. The proper plain bead front sight is intact. The included factory letter indicates this revolver shipped on De cember 27, 1887 to Market & Co. of Berlin, Germany as-described except for the grips which were originally checkered walnut. This variant is always desired by advanced collectors as only about 1000 were made. Peter DeRose’s notes indicate this revolver was originally from the col lection of a Carl Mason. A fine example with an interesting shipping destination. (13C11730409) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
SMITH & WESSON 44 DOUBLE ACTION FRONTIER
serial #12264, 44-40 WCF, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 85% original bright blue showing scattered high edge wear and light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light, a bit more noticeable along the 1 9/16” cylinder, and the barrel showing some light dings along the right side. The hammer and trigger show vibrant case-hardened colors and all markings are crisp and clear with “44 WINCHESTER CTG” on the left side barrel. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing a few scattered light dings, the left panel with fine patent date along the bottom edge and the right properly scratch-numbered matching the frame. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included pebbled brown fabric-covered box is in very good plus con dition showing slightly worn corners and some scattered mild staining. The base shows no evident number and the end label is for a 6 1/2” gun but otherwise cor rect including the “FRONTIER” sticker on the lid flap. The end labels are fine with light flaking and the internal instruction label is very fine. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped asdescribed on June 11, 1901 to Sears, Roebuck & Co. of Chicago. (13B1173018) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collec tion] (3500/5000)
INTERESTING CASED PAIR OF NEW YORK ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 44 FRONTIER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVERS SHIPPED SOFT TO SCHOVERLING, DALY & GALES
serial #9548 & 9581, 44-40, 6 1/2” barrels with bright near excellent bores, #9548 with one patch of oxidation, and otherwise crisp rifling. This is a very interesting and rare pair of revolvers which, according to the included factory letters, were shipped together on October 4, 1897 to Schoverling, Daly & Gales of New York City, prepared for engraving (in the white), or “soft”. They were returned to Smith & Wesson after engraving and finished in silver and gold with pearl grips and cased. The letters say they had 6” barrels but this is just a typo as they are obviously 6 1/2”. There was apparently nothing further in the record about where they ended up after final finishing but one would assume they probably went back to SD&G. The revolvers feature extensive and rather heavy New York-style engraving throughout with bold foliate scrollwork and punch-dot background shading. There is lighter zigzag and dot bordering, geometric motifs atop the barrels terminating in an arrow and a bold eye-shaped motif atop the frames behind the hammers. Revolver #9548 retains about 90% original gold and silver finishes with scattered light flaking to gunmetal gray patina most noticeable along the barrel and a patch on the cylinder, also with some mild freckling and a few areas of subtle bubbling. Revolver #9581 retains about 94% original gold and silver finishes showing some lighter scat tered flaking and freckling, mostly along the gripstraps. All em bellishments remain crisp and the silver shows some areas of mild tarnishing remaining mostly bright having been protected in the case all these years. The screw heads and latches show fine original bright blue and the triggers retain lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips re main in near excellent condition showing a couple of tiny dings or light handling marks showing attractive irides cence and structure throughout. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid on both and the actions seem to function well mechanically in both double and single action. Both are also sighted with period Smith & Wesson target sights. The revolvers include their original tan leather-covered case that rates about very good showing some moderate flaking and scuffing along the exterior edges. The interior is French-fitted for the revolvers and lined in pale suede showing a few small tears around the revolver edges and some mild discoloration. The case contains a complement of accessories including the hollow-handled brass screwdriver with attachments inside, cleaning brush and wooden-handled turnscrew. The case is missing some of its clasp hardware on either side. This is a very fine and unique pair of Double Action Frontier revolvers likely destined for an important New York City client. (13D11730-1198,1199) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (15,000/25,000)
36665, 44 S&W Russian, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver is one of a special purpose part of a group of engraved guns to be used for exhibition shows. Gun number (engraved) was sold to Teddy Roosevelt and 36670 (non-engraved 38 caliber) was sold to Colonel Clark, which 36665 was shown at the Columbian Exhibition in 1893 but was not sold there, instead being retained by the factory for quite some time before being sold much later to Iver Johnson in Boston on May 29, 1920. This revolver is also pictured and described on page 138 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly. The book draws additional attention to the pearl grips with gold medallions as at the time of the exhibition medallions were not yet in use by the factory, being adopted later to distinguish them from inferior aftermarket offerings. The book notes that medallion grips were added to unsold guns with pearl grips before finally being sent out. The metal surfaces of this very fine revolver retain about 90% original gold finish with light flaking to pewter gunmetal patina along the high edges and an area along the left side of the barrel. Some of these flaked areas show a bit of pinprick pitting that has been polished-out and smoothed-over. The revolver is engraved in an interesting style without background shading which lends the fine flowing foliate scrollwork a crisp and clean appearance, with instances of attractive overlapping scroll. The bordering is also quite wide, accentuated with large dots and fine lines. A photocopy of the original Gustave Young pattern for this revolver is included along with the factory letter detailing the particulars above. The smooth mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing nice iridescence and structure throughout. Grip fit is excellent and the right panel is scratch-numbered to the gun. The remaining serialized parts are matching and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. According to Peter DeRose's well-researched article on Smith & Wesson at the Columbian Exhibition published by the American Society of Arms Collectors, Smith & Wesson had 86 "fancy guns" on display. It should be noted that "fancy" could mean as little as pearl grips on a blued gun however, many were engraved. At the time this article was published in 2013, Mr. DeRose had only identified 13 of these guns either in museums or private collections. This revolver is not mentioned as Peter must have acquired it some time afterwards, the factory letter being dated 2015 and the Kennelly book being published in 2018. This is an excellent documented Columbian Exhibition revolver with a unique and very interesting pattern. (13F11730-1200) {ANTIQUE} [Peter (40,000/60,000)
TARGET CLUB GUN REVOLVER
serial #0154, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting revolver retaining about 85% original bright blue showing scattered edge wear, light handling marks and areas flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light, most noticeably along the sideplate. The hammer and trigger retain fine vibrant case-hardened colors and all markings remain crisp. The revolver wears a set of un-numbered factory checkered walnut extended target grips with gold S&W medallions that rate very fine showing a small drying crack at the top edge of the left panel and some other scattered light dings. Grip fit is perfect and the cylinder, barrel and latch are all matching the frame by their special club gun number “0154”. The front sight is a generous large blue ramp blade and the rear is a factory adjus-
seen in any configuration that deviates from standard and this revolver is a particularly unusual and likely unique example for the advanced collector. (13C11730-401) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
226. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE FIFTH TYPE REVOLVER WITH GUTTA PERCHA CASE
tion and strong rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 75% original bright blue showing mild edge wear and fine flaking to gray-brown patina while the ejector rod retains a healthy amount of bright blue. The cylinder has mostly toned to graybrown patina with a little pinprick pitting and otherwise strong patent dates and the hammer body retains some good case-hardened colors. The hammer spur appears to be an old replacement pinned into place and the frame retains about 92% original silver finish showing some mild edge wear, a few small dings and the silver exhibiting a lovely deep tarnish. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 90% original varnish and showing some minor handling marks and fine fit. The base of the frame shows a nice period inscription, neatly engraved with the initials “L.H.S.B.”, the grips are stamp-numbered matching the
numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action will require some mechanical at tention as the hand spring is broken so the cylinder does not rotate however the hammer cocks normally. The included original dark brown gutta percha case with image of revolver remains in very fine condition showing a few hairline cracks along the exte rior, small chip along one corner of the lid and the lid does not quite sit squarely on the base. The molded images otherwise re main crisp and the embossed maroon velvet lid lining is near ex cellent with one faded area from the cylinder. The base lining is very good with expected wear and the internal spacers show some chipped areas along the barrel rest and corner of cartridge block. A handsome cased Fifth Type. (13C11730-17) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
SIXTH TYPE REVOLVER WITH MARBLED PAPER BOX
serial #6912, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a fair bore showing some moderate old oxidation, bright areas and good rifling. The barrel, cylinder and ejector rod retain perhaps 30% original bright blue flaking to a deep graybrown patina with some light oxidation and scattered pinprick pits. The frame retains about 96% original silver finish showing a few small flaked areas and the silver having taken on a handsome tarnish. The hammer body is a smoky gray patina and the spur shows some light tool marks and flakes of bright blue. The smooth walnut grips remain in near excellent condition with about 95% original varnish and some scattered light dings. The grips are stampnumbered matching the frame by serial number while the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the cylinder times and locks up though the hammer does not hold reliably. The included original marbled paper-covered box remains in very fine condition showing some light flaking along the edges, one lid corner torn and one small puncture in the body from a hammer spur. The box is a mix of black and pale purple colors with an attractive marble vein pattern and the bottom shows a white paper covering with no visible number. A very good Sixth Issue with a very rare factory paper box. (13B11730-23) [Ex-Roy Jinks Collection] {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
228. SCARCE SYSTEM MEFFERT FALLING BLOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE WITH DUSEL RETAILER
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 lock work. The barrel of this 1906 proof-dated rifle retains about 80-85% original blue with areas ton ing 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 back ground 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 per fectly with the action. The checkered walnut stock and smooth schna bel 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 var ious 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 elevationadjustable. 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] (1500/2500)
229. THE FAMOUS C.W. ROWLAND POPE
SCHUETZEN RIFLE
serial #31933, .32-40, 32 1/4" early Stevens-Pope heavy No. 5 weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. In the world of American single shot target rifles, this is likely the most storied, important and sought after of them all. The barrel, false muzzle and brass piston bullet starter are all numbered "437". This rifle is built on an engraved Marlin Ballard 6 1/2 Rigby action with a custom No. 6 Ballard type lever and with custom double set triggers featuring a delicate wire front trigger with a protective rigid standing post behind front trigger. The rifle was originally stocked with, and includes a wonderful set of Birdseye maple Schoyen off hand stocks with fancy checkering pattern, the buttstock fitted on the rifle currently (more of a bench rest stock) was the stock Rowland preferred which was likely made by Hervey Lovell and features an engraved brass patchbox bearing Rowland's initials and a brass Pope style buttplate bearing a rich patina. The rifle is equipped with a full length 20 power Stevens two diameter telescope in special Stevens scope mounts made especially for Mr. Rowland. The right side of the action is fitted with a custom round pivoting finger rest and action is equipped with a tang sight base with no staff. The condition of the rifle is quite nice with the barrel retaining about 80% evenly thinning original blue finish. The action retains a good deal of faded original case color which is blending nicely with a smooth gray patina. The rifle weighs 19 pounds. It has been published many times and is generally accepted by many astute single shot rifle authorities, that this rifle is the "32 Pope" used by Rowland to shoot the record 10 shot 200 yard group on May 16, 1901. Included with the rifle are nine targets shot by Rowland including the original 1901 record target along with two of Rowland's leather shooting kits specifically for this rifle. The larger of the two leather kits (both bear plaques which read "C.W. ROWLAND / BOULDER COLO") has a period photograph of this rifle on the inside of the lid above a photograph of the world record target. The larger kit includes three cans of powder, assorted small tools including screwdrivers, files and picks along with brass rests. The smaller leather case includes a wooden bullet block with 75 cast bullets which we assume were cast by Rowland. A third wooden shooting chest is included which contains a two cavity Pope bullet mold, Pope lubricating pump, Pope re-de-capper, Pope duplex powder measure complete with Pope mounting spider, assorted cast bullets, cartridge cases and numerous other shooting accessories including a set of sieves for sifting gunpowder to uniform sizes. Additionally four photographs of Rowland with this rifle are included, the most notable shows Rowland standing with this rifle in hand next to his leather shooting kit which shows a photo of the rifle and the world record target pinned inside the lid just as it is today. While over the years, there have been conflicting opinions about this rifle, most of the people voicing their opinions had never personally handled the rifle or viewed its shooting kits and other items that have been preserved with the rifle all these years. A letter from Chuck Brockway is included with the rifle which outlines a conversation he had with Bob Rowland (C.W. Rowland’s grandson and third owner of the rifle) about this rifle and he stated that it was always known within the Rowland family that this was absolutely the rifle that C.W. Rowland used to shoot the record target. Since we last sold this rifle the Stevens-Pope books have been published by Tom Rowe and Warren Greatbatch. Mr. Greatbatch, whom we like and respect, delves deeply into all of the data he could find published since 1901 regarding this and the other two Rowland rifles in Rowland's possession at the time of his death. The ultra-detailed thesis, which includes an awful lot of information that has nothing to do with this rifle, is filled with tidbits of information but nothing concrete. At times, his c ynicism is almost silly, he calls into question that this was one of Rowland's favorite rifles, calls into question that this was a record targetm and suggests that the only people calling it the record rifle had something to gain by saying so. He dismisses Rowland's grandson saying that his father told him this was the rifle but seems to legitimize other second-hand information that fits his narrative. Greatbatch makes his opinion clear and lays out all of the evidence he has available and admits there is more information that he does not know or has not seen. History isn't always spelled out neatly and definitively and sometimes when it is, that is cause for concern. We return to the most compelling pieces of evidence proving the case for this rifle. Multiple period images of Mr. Rowland himself, holding this very rifle, next to the open shooting kit which has inside its lid, a photo of this very rifle directly above a photo of the record target. One photo from September of 1934 shows him shooting this rifle with the kit open, some 33 years after the target was shot. This would strongly suggest that it is in fact the rifle that shot the target and the rifle is in fact one of his favorites. Why would Mr. Rowland have these images in the shooting kit of a rifle that had nothing to do with the target? Some would characterize the Greatbatch thesis as a house of cards, knocked over by a single period image of Rowland and his rifle. Among the binders of targets, photos, catalogs, magazine articles and numerous pieces of correspondence is a three page letter from John Dutcher dated June of 2012. Mr. Dutcher needs no introduction here, he is one of the most knowl edgeable people in the field of American Single Shot rifles. Dutcher was an advisor to Ray Day's estate and is very familiar with the three Rowland rifles that were part of the estate. He believes and states that many old time shooters and collectors accepted this as the record rifle including Ned Roberts, Ken Waters, Harvey Donaldson and a host of others. He also circles back to the photos in the shooters kit which we can prove were in the kit when C.W. Rowland was still shooting the rifle. He wonders why anyone would question this very important material. This is only the second time this rifle has been offered for sale publicly. It is our opinion that the "controversy" around this rifle and disagreement between the Pope ar chivist and other single shot experts adds to the romance of this wonderful rifle. A most historic and important target rifle considered by many to be the most famous American target rifle of all time. A rare opportunity for the advanced collector or institution to acquire an American target shooting treasure. {Provenance: C.W. Rowland, C.C. Hankins, Bob Rowland, Ray Day, Dr. Robert Davis} (11831-1) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collec tion] (30,000/50,000)
230. THE C.W. ROWLAND BALLARD-SCHOYEN OFFHAND TARGET RIFLE
serial #24886, .33-40, 30 3/4" octagon Winchester No. 4 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This was Rowland's preferred offhand rifle. The barrel, while not Schoyen marked, is clearly a Schoyen rifled barrel featuring his classic seven groove rifling and uniquely knurled false muzzle. The rifle is built on an engraved 6 1/2 Marlin Ballard Rigby action with faceted top which is engraved in lovely scroll depicting deer in panels on either side. The barrel retains 90% even original Schoyen brown finish and is fitted with scope blocks and has one extra set of holes with filler screws. The action retains about 60% faded original case color blending with a smooth gray patina. The rifle is fitted with a lovely set of highly figured Circassian walnut stocks by Hervey Lovell. The buttstock features fancy checkered panels and a brass Schuetzen buttplate. The forend is fitted with a lovely quality period palm rest with a leather covered ball grip. The stocks rate excellent retaining 95% of their original finish. The rifle is equipped with original double set triggers and a number six Ballard ball and spur lever with wood panel inserts. The rifle wears a Lyman Super Targetspot 20 power scope and comes complete with wooden shooters kit containing piston bullet starter, bullet mold, Schoyen lubricating pump, Schoyen & Peterson duplex powder measure and other shooting equipment. Also included are seven targets shot by Rowland along with the July 4, 1928 dated index card with loading data signed C.W. Rowland Boulder, Colorado. Additionally two photographs of the rifle with targets and loading tools along with the photographs of Rowland aiming the rifle and a Schoyen & Peterson rifle barrel price list are included. A wonderful custom Ballard owned and used by one of America's greatest rifle shots. {Provenance: C.W. Rowland, C.C. Hankins, Bob Rowland, Ray Day, Dr. Robert Davis} (1E1151128) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (15,000/25,000)
serial #29797, 33-47, 29 3/4" No. 5 weight octagon barrel with a near very good bore showing a small section of light pitting about 13" back from muzzle the balance is bright and excellent. This rifle is fitted with Hartford Pope barrel #411, which happens to be the highest recorded Hartford number. The barrel is matted on the top three flats and shows no maker markings or Pope address, simply Pope's serial number and rifling code "15 / 1 24". The barrel is milled for Pope scope mounts and has a pair of target blocks installed with one additional pair of holes with filler screws between the blocks. The action is factory engraved with finely shaded relief scroll with round panel scenes on either side of action. The left side showing a running buck and the right a standing bear. The engraving is beautifully executed and is bordered in the familiar repetitive heart pattern. The rifle is equipped with its original adjustable double set triggers and a Pope finger loop lever. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel retaining 95% original blue finish overall with most loss on the highest edges. The action retains a good deal of mottled original color case hardened finish with engraving remaining crisp and surfaces smooth and free of pitting. The deluxe checkered stocks are of very nicely figured English walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining with just the expected light handling marks. The rifle wears its original heavy Swiss buttplate found on the No. 6 Schuetzen rifles. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge globe front with removable inserts, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. Additionally the rifle is sighted with a Winchester A5 which has good optics and a post and crosshair reticle. The rifle comes with a leather shooting kit which includes an Ideal No. 6 duplex powder measure, a Pope mould, Pope grease pump, re-decapper, brass starter numbered "411" and a King powder company powder can. The rifle also comes with its original false muzzle numbered "411" and a loading rod which is also numbered "411". The interior of the lid is marked in ink "O.C. Davidson". This rifle is illustrated and discussed in volume 2 of the Hartford Pope Book, it has been in the collections of Gary Quinlan and Warren Greatbatch. An extremely fine and handsome Ballard rifle with what may well be the last Hartford produced Pope Barrel. (1E11511-25) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (15,000/25,000)
232. THE WM. A. TEWES STEVENS IDEAL NO. 54 "SCHUETZEN SPECIAL" TWO-BARREL SET RIFLE ON NO. 44 1/2 ACTION
serial #2882, 22 short, 30" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The second factory barrel which is properly numbered to the rifle, features Fred Ross' 8 groove right hand twist rifling, is part round, part octagon and 32" in length, chambered in 32-40 with a bright excellent bore. The attribution to Mr. Tewes is by Gary Quinlan who leans on period articles and advertisements to tie the rifle to Tewes. There are several images of Tewes aiming a rifle in this same rare configuration being a 44 1/2 action, with cork tip rest and the scope and mount configuration is exactly the same as is the front sight. The comb and color of the stock is also identical. The rifle is quite fancy with factory engraved action depicting a large bear on left side with handsome border engraving and scroll. The right side depicts a large turkey with the same handsome border and scroll engraving. The stocks are finely checkered with fancy scalloped border around bottom of pistol grip as well as around a finely checkered panel on the base of the pistolgrip. The 22 barrel retains 95% plus original blue finish which is just slightly toning to brown. The action shows good original faded color case hardening on the top surface with the sides being more of a gray patina mixed with a faded pewter color case hardening, the right side showing some patches of very fine pinprick pitting
The 32-40 barrel is equipped with scope blocks as well as Pope milled mounting cuts and retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue with a hooded front target sight with removable insert. The walnut stocks are on the blonde side in color and rate excellent with 95% original finish and with crisp checkering. The cork tip rest is on a lovely raised integral base and rates very good with two pairs of old small holes in the bottom. The rifle is equipped with factory adjustable double set triggers and No 54 ball and spur lever with walnut inserts. The rifle is sighted with a globe target front with removable inserts, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a Stevens windgauge Vernier tang mounted peepsight with combination eye cup. The rifle is also equipped with a Stevens No. 700 telescopic sight with slightly cloudy optics and intact crosshair reticle. There is a centerfire breechblock with the 32-40 barrel which is unnumbered, the extractor with that breechblock is numbered 1685. Included with the rifle is a three ring binder with a January 2009 dated letter from Gary Quinlan outlining his attribution that this was the rifle that W.A. Tewes shot the record 100 shot target with a 22 short Stevens Schuetzen rifle. Also included in the binder is a number of copies of period articles about shooting matches involving Tewes, a series of letters written by Tewes to Philip Brooks and Leonard Maine. There are several Peters advertisements touting their ammunition as being used by Tewes to shoot the record target. Several copies of images of Tewes aiming a rifle that matches this rifle perfectly in appearance. It doesn't take too much of a leap of faith to believe that this is the record setting rifle used by Tewes to shoot the 2481 out of 2500 score with 100 shots. Regardless of the history, the rifle itself is a fabulous example in its own right. A wonderful Stevens Schuetzen rifle. (1D11511-20) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)
233. WINCHESTER
SCHOYEN MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE
serial #81822, 38-55, 30" octagon No. 5 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is the original Winchester barrel which began life as a 32-40 but was rebored and rifled by George Schoyen and is now in 38-55 with Schoyen's nine groove rifling and false muzzle with his distinctive knurling. Aside from the barrel alterations and some added target block holes, this rifle remains in very honest and all original condition. The lower left tang shows assembly codes "5896 XXX US" with the end grain of the stock and the inside toe of buttplate showing matching "5896". The rifle features factory adjustable double set triggers, finger spur lever, checkered pistolgrip stock with Dutch stock, hand rest and Helm buttplate and a tuning fork palm rest. All these features are confirmed in the included factory letter. The current sights are also confirmed in the letter being mid-range tang and windgauge front with no rear seat. The rifle is additionally sighted with a lovely period Malcolm scope numbered 5584, it is also marked "4" which we assume is the magnification. The scope retains its threaded caps and the optics are slightly cloudy with intact crosshair reticle. The condition of the rifle is very nice with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with loss mainly due to silvering along the high edges. The original Malcolm scope mounts are dovetail mounted, there is an additional dovetail with blank immediately ahead of action. There are two pairs of holes for a set of target blocks on the top flat of the barrel, one within the barrel address the other ahead of the rear dovetail mount. The action of the rifle retains perhaps 90% of its original color case hardened finish which has faded but remains visible throughout. The checkered walnut Schuetzen buttstock and forend rate near excellent retaining 90% original finish overall with strong checkering and the expected light handling marks from the years. There is one notable ding in the edge of the cheekpiece. The rifle comes with a wooden shooting kit which includes the following items: aluminum starter, mould, re-decapper, grease pump, Ideal No. 6 duplex powder measure, a box of 50 UMC primed 38-55 cases, DuPont powder can, a tin of caps and wads along with a wad cutter. The included factory letter confirms the configuration and shows a shipment date of November 18, 1898. A very fine and handsome antique Schoyen High Wall with a great bore. (1E11511-17) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)
234. LOVELY WINCHESTER-POPE MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL MUZZLELOADING SCHUETZEN RIFLE
serial #81237, 32-40, 32" Octagon No. 4 weight Pope barrel #216 showing a bright excellent bore. This is a very handsome period custom High Wall Schuetzen rifle. The rifle left Winchester in February of 1898 with a 30" round No. 4 weight barrel in 38-55 with a checkered pistolgrip buttstock with hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Basically the action, triggers and lever are original with the balance all beautifully custom made to its original shooter's specifications. The forend is smooth walnut with a palm rest attributed to Arthur Elliot. In the Hartford Pope books, Rowe calls the buttstock factory but not original to this rifle, it is not a factory stock, it merely utilizes Winchester grip cap and factory Helm buttplate. The cheekpiece and checkering are beautifully executed but are slightly different than what Winchester did. The top of the barrel is marked "H.M. POPE. HARTFORD, CONN" and the barrel is numbered “216" on its bottom flat without any rifling codes. The barrel retains its original false muzzle which is numbered to the barrel along with its original loading rod which is also numbered "216", something very rarely found. The rifle remains in very fine condition retaining 95% original blue on the barrel with loss due mainly to silvering on the high edges. The action retains about 90% original color case hardened finish which is just slightly faded and has a lovely appearance. The previously mentioned checkered pistolgrip schuetzen buttstock is of nicely figured walnut and rates excellent with 95% original finish and with sharp checkering. The plain walnut forend appears very much to be a Winchester factory forend with typical schnabel tip with black insert. The factory adjustable double set triggers function properly and are housed within the original spur lever. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge hooded front and mid-range vernier tang mounted peepsight - there is no provision for a rear barrel sight. The rifle is additionally sighted with a beautiful period Sidle scope #704 with .750" tube mounted in original adjustable mounts and measuring 28" in length. The optics are slightly cloudy and the fine crosshair reticle remains fully intact. The previously mentioned palm rest is a bit unusual in shape and rates excellent. The rifle comes with a leather shooting kit which includes the following accessories: Pope duplex powder measure, Pope first variation mould, additional Ideal mould, (Rose states these moulds cast 175 and 200 grain bullets), Pope grease pump, Stevens Pope re-decapper, brass starter numbered "216", a King Powder Company powder can, a box of loaded cartridges and a crudely made breech seater which may or may not have anything to do with this rifle. All accessories remain in very fine condition. This rifle is featured in Rowe and Greatbatch's Hartford Pope books where the rifle is illustrated and discussed in detail, it was owned by James Grant in 1967 and has changed hands several times since including being owned by Jim Goergen and Gary Quinlan. This is a really nice example of a period custom antique Pope High Wall that appears unaltered since its original setup. (1E11511-23) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (10,000/15,000)
3 weight octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 92% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and most of the loss due to a few small areas of light pitting scattered along the edges approaching the muzzle. The action retains about 85% original bright blue with the loss due to some areas of light pitting along the edges and gray-brown oxidation staining. The lever, breechblock and hammer retain generous vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, drifting to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina along the exterior of the lever. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in near excellent condition, the buttstock retaining perhaps 95% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks while the forend shows a bit more finish wear overall but is otherwise very fine. The checkering remains mostly strong and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap and buttplate rate excellent. The wood exhibits some lovely feathercrotch grain figure throughout and the inside left of the lower tang shows assembly code “7714 XXX S RB” with matching “7714” stamped along the end grain of the stock. The rifle sighted with a Lyman tang sight with small aperture disc and target globe front with aperture insert. The rear sight dovetail has a nice little spirit level present and the action is equipped with single set trigger and seems to function well mechanically. The included photocopy of the factory letter indicates the rifle shipped on January 16, 1900 and all features are listed and correct except for the sights, having originally shipped with standard sporting rear and Rocky Mountain front. This is a very fine High Wall in an attractive configuration. (13C11918-1) {C&R} (3000/5000) 236.
serial #1, 32-40, 30” part octagon part round barrel with false muzzle, turned for starter, and a bright excellent bore. Originally sold as an unfin ished barreled action from the Warren Greatbatch collection, this fine rifle has since been finished by Paul Shuttleworth’s respected Stevens firm CPA Rifles. The metal surfaces retain about 99% excellent quality rust blue and cyanide case-hardened colors showing just a few sparse handling marks one must look for. The underside of the barrel is marked “SSB-100”, the top of the action is marked “K.R. B RESIEN / WARSAW.N.Y.” while the face of the 44 1/2-style action just beneath the barrel is marked “K.R. Bresien/#1<”. The deluxe walnut buttplate, schnabel forend and lever inserts rate excellent showing one tiny scuff mark behind the upper tang and showing wonderful feathercrotch grain figure throughout. There is a nice left-side cheekpiece, schuetzen buttplate and matching palm rest present. The tang has a pair of drilled and tapped holes for mounting sights, there are a pair of target blocks on the barrel and the front sight dovetail is vacant. Equipped with nice spurred lever and double set triggers, the action seems to function well mechanically and the false muzzle, which shows some mild surface oxidation and fits very tightly, and the starter are included. Ken Bresien was an extremely talented gunsmith and this rifle has been finely finished by the best in the business. A copy of the 2014 CPA work order is included confirming the work performed by the company and stating their belief that this was the first barreled action completed by Mr. Bresien. A wonderful rifle awaiting your choice of fine optics. (13C11882-2) {MODERN} [Former Warren Greatbatch Collection] (3500/5000)
sold as an unfinished barreled action from the Warren Great batch collection, this fine rifle has since been finished by Paul Shuttleworth’s respected Stevens firm CPA Rifles. The metal surfaces retain about 99% ex cellent quality rust blue and cyanide case-hardened colors showing just a few sparse handling marks one must look for and a few tiny freckles along the barrel that are hardly worth the mention. The underside of the barrel is marked “SSB-101”, the top of the action is marked “K.R. BRESIEN / WAR SAW.N.Y.” while the face of the 44 1/2-style action just beneath the barrel
237. VERY FINE CUSTOM STEVENS MODEL 44 1/2 SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY KEN BRESIEN & CPA RIFLES
function normally. Ken Bresien was an extremely talented gunsmith and this rifle has been finely finished by the best in the business. A copy of the 2014 CPA work order is included confirming the work performed by the company and stating their belief that this was the second barreled action completed by Mr. Bresien. A lovely rifle awaiting your choice of fine optics. (13C11882-1) {MODERN} [Former Warren Greatbatch Collection] (3500/5000)
238. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LIGHTWEIGHT TAKEDOWN RIFLE
strong rifling. The rifle shows signs of cleaning and reapplication of finish on the metal surfaces as well as the stocks from long ago. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1907-made rifle have a mottled gray-brown patina showing scattered light oxidation throughout with generous reapplied blue in the protected areas and modest wear about 1” long behind the front barrel band from using the takedown feature. The barrel shows finish wear along the forend junction and old cl pitting between the rear dovetail and action that is only noticeable under close inspection. The action retains perhaps 80% reapplied blue thinning to gunmetal gray along high edges and the belly of the action with mild slot wear on the action screws. The bolt and hammer retain about 80% reapplied blue with some light pitting present on the bolt behind the extractor while the lever, loading gate, and crescent buttplate have muted to a pleasant gunmetal gray patina showing character. The straight grip walnut stock and forend show signs of finish applied long ago with honest wear on contact points, light chipping along the upper wrist, and fine raised grain. The rifle is sighted with a “Climbing Lyman” rear sight, a neatly blanked rear dovetail, and a Marbles Duplex front sight with a fine brass bead on the blade and a coarse hinged bead. An honest rifle with lots of character and in a desirable chambering. (24B11523-36) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
239. WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
have thinned to a medium plum-gray patina encompassed by silvery high edges with pinprick pitting throughout cleaned long ago; the barrel markings are softened yet legible. The action and dust cover, which is still fitted well, has flaked to a medium gray patina mottled brown from old pitting while the lever and hammer show a silvery patina along high edges with light case-hardened color in the protected areas. The brass carrier block shows sign of use with light scratches and dings however, the “44 Cal” marking is still lightly present. The rifl retains a special order factory installed adjustable set trigger that functions properly. The plain walnut stocks are very good showing light dings and scratches throughout from honest use and remnants of old added finish remain however, the grain is nicely pronounced. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman tang peep sight with a nice patina, a standard rear semi-buckhorn sight, and a standard brass blade front sight. This is an honest example of an 1873 lever action rifle with great character in a desirable chambering. (24B11523-28) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
240. IMPORTANT WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE OF F.S. DELLENBAUGH WHICH ACCOMPANIED HIM ON THE COLORADO RIVER AND ALASKAN EXPEDITIONS
serial #45086, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine and a very good bore which shows some light frosting in the grooves. This is a very fine and interesting rifle. The left side of the frame shows nicely done period engraving which reads "F.S. DELLENBAUGH / Colorado River / EXPEDITION / 1871-72". The right side of the action is period scratch engraved "The Harriman / Alaska / Expedition / 1899 / HAE". All of this engraving is absolutely period and is beneath a most beautiful, rich and undisturbed patina. The octagon barrel is moderately heavy and is actually a Winchester 1873 barrel with the post 1895 barrel address which is italicized without lines before and after the marking and with both lines being the same length. The caliber marking on the top left flat is "44 R.F.". The underside of the barrel beneath the forend shows typical Winchester markings including "VP" proof, "44 R.F.", "CCC" and some other single letters and numbers mostly on the bottom flat. The bottom left angled flat is marked "ORDER-NO-243 REF INISHJ.P.P.". Based on these marks it is easy to arrive at the conclusion that Dellenbaugh had the rifle rebarreled by the factory, likely before embarking on the Alaskan Expedition. The model 1866 was discontinued in 1899 but for all intents and purposes was removed from the production line well-prior to this with only 8 guns being produced between 1893 and 1897. It would make perfect sense that they would use an 1873 barrel for this purpose, and it is very interesting also to note that this is likely the only 1873 barrel chambered in 44 RF. The barrel and magazine retain 95% factory blue finish with all markings remaining clear and legible. The action shows a wonderful rich and untouched mustard colored patina. The hammer and lever show strong original color case hardened finish. The walnut buttstock and forend rate very good with a nice restored finish likely done at time of rebarreling. The surface has nice, raised grain feel but the buttplate is just a bit proud of the wood and there is a chip at the toe of the buttstock. The forend shows some wear just ahead of the action and the rifle is equipped with factory sling swivels mounted in toeline of buttstock and in the bottom of the brass nosecap. Frederick Samuel Dellenbaugh was an explorer, artist and author who was born in 1853 and was a young man of only 17 years when he participated in the second Colorado River Expedition with Major Powell as an assistant topographer. The expedition was conducted over the winter of 1871-1872 and took them down the Green River from Wyoming passing down through Colorado and across Utah and then into Arizona and through the Grand Canyon. There were two Powell expeditions, the first in 1869 which was documented solely in writing. The second expedition included a photographer, actually they went through three photographers over the course of the expedition. One of these images "Our First Camp, Second Powell Expedition May 4, 1871" depicts just what the title suggests. When studying the image a Winchester 1866 rifle is clearly visible leaning against a small tree with the young Dellenbaugh seated nearby, the photo is of excellent quality considering the vintage and upon closer inspection the rifle is indeed equipped with sling swivels and a sling. In 1899, Railroad magnate E.H. Harriman assembled a group of explorers to explore the Pacific coast from Seattle to Alaska and onto Siberia. Harriman hunted bear on Kodiak Island while the balance of the crew went onto Siberia and then back to pick him up. All told the expedition covered about 9000 miles. After these expeditions, Dellenbaugh went on to help found the Explorers Club in New York City, he was also a fellow of the American Ethnological Society as well as the librarian for the American Geographical Society from 1909 to 1911. Dellenbaugh lived into his early 80's succumbing to pneumonia in January of 1935 in New York. Alan Gaines purchased this rifle in 1970 from well-known and highly respected collector and dealer Jonathan Peck of Avon, Connecticut. A letter from Peck to Gaines from 1989 is responding to Gaines' attempt to acquire more provenance. Peck begins by commenting on how long it has been since Gaines purchased the rifle but letting him know that he was in luck because he kept good records. Peck states that he acquired the rifle from Fred Stevens of Northford, Connecticut in 1963. He states among other things that "This is a late 1873 marking on an 1866 but I am thoroughly convinced that the barrel was changed in between expeditions. I believed they took that 1873 barrel and turned it into a 44 RF". This rifle is completely honest and untouched since its period of use. Rarely are we able to track the history of a rifle as much as we can this one and even more rarely can we document it in a period photograph. A wonderful rifle which was part of two important 19th century American expeditions which is worthy of the finest private or institutional collection. (1G11874-18) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (20,000/40,000)
241. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY MODEL REVOLVER
serial #310366, 41 Colt, 4 3/4" barrel with a near excellent bright bore with one small patch of oxidation showing. This revolver includes a copy of a factory letter dated 2011 confirming the configuration and showing it as part of a three-gun shipment to Charles Ilfeld Company in Albuquerque, New Mexico Territory on July 7 1909. This revolver remains in a very nice state of preservation. The barrel and cylinder show about 75% bright original blue finish with loss at the muzzle, high edges and due to some even light thinning. The ejector rod housing by its nature shows more loss on the outer surface which is a pleasing smooth brown patina, no doubt from holster wear. The frame shows perhaps 70% faded original color case hardened finish, more vivid in protected areas and blending with a smooth gray patina where finish is missing. The grip frame shows strong original blue in area of the triggerguard with the straps being more of a smooth gray patina. The backstrap shows two notches filed across the top section, these add character and cause the curious mind to wonder what they represent. The revolver wears a pair of period mother-of-pearl grips which show proper age but still show some good iridescence and they fit well. The screwheads show a good deal or original fire blue and show just very slight slot wear and the revolver cycles and locks up crisply. This is a nice New Mexico shipped Single Action with lots of original finish remaining. (1B11523-98) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)
242. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY MODEL REVOLVER
serial #121361, 45 LC, 4 3/4" barrel with a very good bore that shows strong rifling throughout with a few patches of pitting. This revolver is one of the 650 Single Actions shipped in 1887 to Manzanares & Company of Las Vegas, New Mexico Territory. The revolver letters blued, 4 3/4" gun in 45 Colt and showing it as part of a 100-gun shipment to Man zanares on April 1, 1887. 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 metal surfaces of the revolver show an even and quite smooth gray brown patina overall with just a couple small patches of light pitting. There are hints of original finish in protected areas and all markings remain clear and legible. The revolver wears a pair of period mother-of-pearl grips which fit well and rate very good plus showing proper age-dulled iridescence. The revolver cycles properly but the trigger pull is light and the hammer will push off to the safety notch. A nice honest example of a Manzanares shipped Single Action. (1B11523-109) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (6000/8000)
REVOLVER
serial #246477, 44-40, 4 3/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing light pinprick pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. This 1903-made revolver shows nice character, mostly toning to a mix of deep gunmetal gray and mottled gray-brown patina with remnants of lightly cleaned and partially smoothed-over old
the Rampant Colts still readily discernible, and the interior numbers appear to have been scratched out but their fit is quite nice overall. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped in a 10gun shipment to E.J. Post & Company of Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico through Winchester Repeating Arms Co., who through the period of 18951915 Colt were obliged to use as western export agents. This is a nice Albuquerque-shipped revolver with an endearing appearance. (13C11523-94) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (5000/7000)
244. NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #298327, 32 WCF, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore that has been professionally relined. This 1907-made revolver was shipped in a 15-gun shipment on August 19, 1907 to McIntosh Hardware Co. of Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico, and remains in very good condition having seen a bit
bright blue in the protected areas and the loading gate and hammer with some hints of smoky case-hardened patina. All factory markings remain strong and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good condition showing some light dings and honest smoothing from the years. The Rampant Colts are quite good, the right panel is scratch-numbered “4220” while the left is “349470” and their fit is otherwise very good. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter confirms the revolver’s features and shipping destination. A very good smallbore Albuquerque-shipped Colt. (13C11523-95) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)
245. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE RIFLE
serial #141236, 38-56 WCF, 26" octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting deluxe 1886 rifle. The rifle was produced in 1909 and the included factory letter specifically states that the rifle was to be sighted with black powder point blank at 200 yards. The barrel retains about 95% original blue finish with loss due to light thinning and some high edge wear. The magazine tube has faded to a smooth and even brown patina with the hangar having flaked to a similar color. The action shows about 95% original blue with most loss being from thinning on the forward belly of action and from typical high edge wear. The hammer and lever show a good deal of original color case hardened finish. The rifle is equipped with a Lyman 21 receiver mounted peepsight. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of beautifully figured American black walnut and rate excellent with over 90% original finish remaining and with nearly all the loss coming on the bottom of the forend ahead of action at the balance point. The checkering shows light wear on pistolgrip and a bit more on the bottom of the forend. The rifle is equipped with its original crescent steel buttplate which retains a mix of faded shiny case color and patina. The lower left tang is marked with assembly number "505 XX" with the top tang inlet of stock and inside toe of buttplate showing matching "505". This was obviously a special order rifle and it has an unusually detailed letter which states: rifle, 38-56 caliber, octagon barrel, nickel steel, plain trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, flat top sporting rear sight, tapped for Lyman receiver sight fit dummy screws, black powder, sight point blank at 200 yards, Received in the warehouse on December 13, 1909 and shipped the same day. This is a very handsome deluxe 18 86 rifle that was special ordered and lovingly used. (1E11954-1) {C&R} (12,000/18,000)
portedly retained by the factory and eventually reworked and refurbished by the factory in 1948. The arm shows Grade B embellishments with wide foliate scroll vignettes on either side of the action featuring running doe on the right and wounded buck on the left. The action shows further light bordering, small acanthus motif atop receiver ring and the balance very finely matted in full coverage. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% factory restored fine quality rust blue showing a few light handling marks and sparse freckles along the barrel. The bolt shows a little mild gray speckling and otherwise bold jeweling throughout and the lever was updated by the factory and shows fine cyanide case-hardened colors. The factory replacement deluxe walnut fleur-de-lis checkered stocks remain in excellent condition showing one tiny drying crack on the right side where the stock meets the action and perhaps a few other minor handling marks that are hardly worth the mention. The checkering remains crisp throughout and the wood exhibits lovely grain figure, the forend with the familiar graceful schnabel tip. The stock features black hard rubber pistolgrip cap and grooved steel buttplate. The stocks are un-numbered and disassembly reveals a takedown barrel was used during the refurbishment, though it is otherwise a solid frame gun, and the buttplate is numbered “445768”. There is a blank in the rear sight dovetail and the rifle is sighted with a Lyman tang peep sight and ivory bead front sight secured into the integral base via screw. This rifle was sold in 2008 as part of the Dr. Frank Miller Estate Collection who had reference to this gun from a Mr. Jim Fitzgerald of North Scituate, MA with the following notation, “The Savage rifle Model 99 in cal. 300, Grade B engraving, serial #122,189 was sold to me – privately from the gun cabinet of retiring president J. Falcon. (Savage Arms Co.) This gun was used by the factory as a display weapon and was remodeled by the factory and updated in 1948. I can’t say whether or not this rifle was privately owned by Mr. Falcon but anyway it came from the Savage executive office.” This is a very lovely Savage 99 for the astute collector. (13D11759-3) {C&R} (7000/9000)
a bright excellent bore and strong rifling. This 1996-made rifle features beautiful factory foliate scrollwork on the action with gold-plated motifs of a bull elk on the left and a mountain lion on the right encompassed by geometric bordering. The bold flowing foliate scrollwork wraps around the receiver ring and belly while maintaining continuity on the magazine floorplate, lever boss, and lever. The tang exhibits gorgeous geometric lines drawing the eye to a brilliant engine-turned bolt while the safety, cocking indicator, and trigger show a gold washed finish. The rifle is in outstanding condition retaining 98% original finish with the darkened background thinned slightly in the corners of the scenes and a lustrous blue barrel nearly devoid of imperfection. The walnut stocks are in excellent condition with a couple very shallow scuffs along the right side that are hardly noticeable otherwise, the stocks show attractive figure and crisp checkering. The rifle is sighted with a Williams adjustable rear sight and a plain front sight post with a brass bead. A wonderful commemorative rifle with scenic engraving. (24F11759-22) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
248. OUTSTANDING AND EXCEPTIONALLY HANDSOME 18TH CENTURY HUDSON VALLEY FOWLER
.67 caliber, 60 5/8" barrel measures 1.322" wide at breech. This is a superb example of these early American assembled arms likely dating between 1730 and 1750. The barrel is of Spanish origin, begins as octagonal and gently tapers to round with the flattened top sighting rib narrowing but extending to the muzzle. There is relief floral scroll engraving on top of the barrel ahead of lock with a series of proof marks adjacent to the lock. The unmarked lock is banana shaped with flat top surface, beveled edge, bridled frizzen and gooseneck cock. The trigger is a very early style with full curl at tip forming a circle. The curly maple stock shows fabulous vertical figure its entire length and has extensive raised carving. The fowler features a fancy open work sideplate showing some light decorative engraving. The Dutch style triggerguard shows simple zigzag border engraving with more sculpted decoration at the tip and tail, the bow showing scalloped work along the edges with nice raised ridges along center of the outer bow. The buttplate shows a period repair (possibly from the original manufacture) to the heal extension with period engraving which is difficult to decipher (possible PDMR) however this added extension shows the same zigzag border work as the sideplate and triggerguard. The raised carving on the stock is wonderful and includes areas around the nose of the comb, barrel tang, sideplate, lock and triggerguard. This decorative work extends along the barrel channel to the pronounced swell at the tailpipe. There is incise work along the entire length of the ramrod channel. The forestock is very much intact and original with a very old repair at the second thimble from the muzzle appearing to use the original wood. There is an additional repair just ahead of the top thimble where the wood is replaced, the section measuring approximately four inches. The barrel and lock show a wonderful, deep and rich, undisturbed patina. The touchhole remains undisturbed as do all lock components, this fowler is certainly in original flint. The stock shows light cleaning at some point over this fowler's 280-year existence and has a fabulous color and surface. The raised carving remains well defined and there is the expected light loss to the left of the pan. All the brass furniture shows a pleasing mellow patina, the second to the top thimble is partially missing. The overall length is 76 1/2", the lock measures 6 3/4" x 1 3/8", the sideplate is 6" in length, the triggerguard is 10 3/4" long and the buttplate is 2 1/4" wide at its widest point. This fowler was once part of the famous Glode Requa collection. Mr. Gaines first saw, and fell in love with, this piece while visiting Glode Requa's home in Monsey, New York in 1956. (It is interesting to note that Monsey, New York is not far from where this fowler was likely made). The pursuit of the objects of our desire sometimes takes patience, Mr. Gaines finally was able to purchase this fowler from Globe Requa in 1986, thirty years after first seeing it. Due to their utilitarian nature and sheer age, the attrition rate for fowlers of this type is quite high which makes examples as fine as this one, extremely rare. This is your chance, it may another 30 or 40 years before your next opportunity comes. (1F11874210) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (20,000/30,000)
serial #27037109, 250-3000, 24” round barrel with half magazine and a bright excellent bore showing a hint of mild frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling. This is a very rare rifle which, according to the included Marlin factory correspondence, was made in 1973 for in ternal evaluation. It was estimated that ten were made in this chambering and this example and they utilized a helical magazine much like a Remington, in order to accommodate the pointed bullets. The included Marlin letter lists serial number “27037108”
various owners describing its features and their ownership of it including by Jim Car michael from 1973-1994 and later by Dick Rohal. Marlin decided to drop this project when concerns about extraction problems with reloaded cartridges arose. During his ownership of the rifle Mr. Carmichael successfully took a pronghorn with it. The arm remains in near excellent condition retaining about 97% original blue with some scattered light handling marks and a small area of loss toned to gray atop the barrel. The bolt body remains bright and the markings are crisp showing the expected Marlin address which terminates in the “MODEL” stamp, though no model number was applied. The shank shows the familiar circled “JM” proof and “250 SAV.” cartridge designation. A few of the screw heads show a little bit of slot wear that is relatively unobtrusive. The smooth capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent showing just a few sparse small dings and handling marks form very light use, the forend still retaining its walnut callout sticker. The rifle is sighted with folding semibuckhorn u-notch rear and hooded bead front. A very rare opportunity for the advanced Marlin collector to acquire an interesting example. (13C11759-4) {C&R} (3000/5000)
250.
WINCHESTER MODEL 52B SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE, THE FINAL EXAMPLE MADE
made up in the custom shop as a comparative model to other company’s commercial offerings. He states it is, to his knowledge, the last 52B Sporter made by the Winchester factory and is additionally unusual as a composite of various parts, being equipped with a “C” Model trigger assembly mated with a “B” receiver. When no longer needed by the factory the gun was acquired by Mr. Hazelwood. With this date of “manufacture” it would place the gun some 20 years after B production ceased and six years after C production ended. Production by Miroku would not resume until the 1990s. This rifle is also pictured and described in an article of “The Winchester Repeater” magazine, volume fifteen from winter 1994. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original blue showing a little mild high edge wear and scattered minor handling marks while the bolt body remains mostly bright and the arm shows typical factory markings throughout, including the familiar “WP” proof marks. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock remains in near excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks and a small scuff in the finish ahead of the heel. The stock is equipped with Super Grade sling swivels, checkered black plastic buttplate, steel pistolgrip cap and Monte Carlo cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with Lyman receiver sight and silver bead front sight with hood and one original magazine is included. This is an interesting rifle that would make an excellent addition to any advanced Winchester collection. (13C1175 9-39) {C&R}
[Former Peter & Patty Murray Collection] (5000/7000)
.75 cal, 38 1/2” barrel with a good bore showing some moderate oxidation a few inches back from the muzzle with otherwise strong bright areas. These short pattern muskets were used extensively by the East India Company and a great deal of them are believed to have been captured during the War of 1812 by American privateers, who played such a pivotal role in that conflict, and sent back to the States to arm various units such as the Massachusetts Militia. This example is no doubt in the original flint and the metal surfaces are untouched from the years toning to a very deep brown, almost black, patina along with some scattered old oxidation. The brass hardware is untouched as well, with a fine dark patina resembling the iron components. All markings remain completely intact and quite strong, the barrel showing period London proof marks, Lieutenant Colonel Edward Windus’s “(Crown) / W” inspection mark, EIC emblem and “WILSON-1779 TO MS”. The lock is by Griffin & Tow and also bears fine correct markings. The top of the cock has broken off long ago obviously during the period of use as the area of similarly patinated as the balance of the arm. The walnut stock shows honest darkening from the years and rates very good showing perhaps a bit of very old added finish in a few areas, thin chips and drying cracks along the edges and a few moderate abrasions right of the trigger. There is a more noticeable 2 1/2” crack along the heel and a 1 1/2” chip at the toe. The stock otherwise retains nice markings with “MS” stamp on left flat and “MASS” stamped along the right side of the buttstock also showing the letters “NB” lightly carved above. The wood retains good raised grain and nice edges along the comb line. There is a small collection inventory number painted along the triggerguard tang and face of the bayonet “PR.75:45a” and “PR.75:45b”. The proper iron sling swivels and ramrod are intact and miraculously the socket bayonet is numbered matching the musket showing engraved “20” atop the barrel lug and on the bayonet itself which also bears Massachusetts’s “MS” stamp. The bayonet is a fine dark brown patina matching that of the musket. This is a fine musket with ties to both the renowned East India Company and no doubt the War of 1812. (13C11690-4) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
252. BRITISH PATTERN 1769 SHORT LAND FLINTLOCK MUSKET
About .78 cal, 42” barrel with a moderately oxidized bore and the muzzle slightly dented and out-ofround. This “Brown Bess” might be a very old reconversion, the touch hole was at least enlarged at point during the period of use and there is a moderate gap between the pan and breech though the lockplate fit around the stock inletting is otherwise quite nice overall. The arm shows honest use toning to a mix of plum-brown and pewter gunmetal patina with scattered old oxidation and light pitting. The name “VINCENT” is lightly scratched at the breech and the original proof marks are quite softened from the years though a “(Asterisk) / IC” is visible. The proper Pattern 1755 lockplate retains a good “TOWER” marking at rear while the Royal Cypher in center is rather faded and the jaw screw is a later replacement. The brass fittings are a pleasant mild ocher patina showing scattered light dings and the heel neatly period marked “No. 53”. The walnut stock rates about very good with some thin cracks and repairs along the forend edges, a more noticeable repair behind the middle thimble where the forward section of the forend was reattached and some other scattered handling marks. The raised edge around the upper tang is pointed all around rather than smooth and the hardware fit is quite good overall. The stock shows a large carved “HS” on the right side of the buttstock along with a smaller “1791” on the left. The front two thimbles are a bit loose, the ramrod is a slightly short later replacement and the sling swivels have been lost to the years. A somewhat ill-fitting socket bayonet showing a small “(Crown) / G” stamp that rates good is included and the lock is functional at full cock but does not hold at half. A very good British flintlock. (13B11690-5) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
ATTRACTIVE CONTEMPORARY FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK RIFLE BY N.R. HUFF
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 carving to rear of cheekpiece 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. (13B118031) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
HANDSOME CONTEMPORARY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE BY DAVID LANKFORD
.45 cal., 42” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% of their original maker applied brown finish with minor high edge wear and the barrel is marked with “Lankford – 1991”. The lock retains a similar amount of maker applied brown finish while the side plate and remaining furniture retain nearly all of their German silver finish with minor contact point wear and the lock screws show strong amounts of fire blue. The rifle is sighted with a silver blade front and fixed “Kentucky-Style” rear sight and the barrel is secured by three nicely inlaid German silver key pin escutcheons. The rifle features a single chiseled trigger and the lock functions well mechanically. The stock is relief carved from a handsomely figured piece of curly maple and finished with a walnut stain highlighting the “tiger-stripe” grain pattern. The stock is nicely done with moulding along the forestock and lower butt, carved cheeks, and raised right side cheekpiece with inlaid eagle mono gram plate and the left side is fitted with a lovely pierced-style patchbox. Included is a full length wooden ramrod with composite tip and this custom rifle is nicely done and matches the configuration of a photocopied hand written letter between the customer and maker. This is a wonderful contemporary Flintlock Kentucky rifle. (10B11947-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/30
.54 cal, 8” round barrel with a very good bore showing a few patches of old light oxidation that otherwise remains mostly bed on page 256 of the collection book. It was then acquired by Norm Flayderman and subsequently pictured and described in all of his famous guides (page 334 of the Ninth Edition). Based on the included correspondence dated 1989, the gun was then acquired by Mr. DeRose from Mr. Flayderman. The pistol is a unique Springfield Armory construction from 1845 utilizing Maynard’s patent of the same year for his self-priming tape system (Patent No. 4208). On page 123 of “The Northern Armory” by Hartzler & Whisker, they mention that in 1845 Springfield Armory under the command of Major Ripley, constructed, among all its other arms, “3 sample arms with Maynard priming systems”. In his note, Flayderman conjectures that this is one of those three arms and that given its preponderance of “C” stamps was perhaps the third of these arms, the others designated “A” and “B”. The pistol remains in very fine condition with the national armory bright surfaces of the barrel and lock being a pleasant mild gunmetal patina with some scattered remnants of mild gray-brown oxidation staining and some other small dings from the years. All markings remain crisp with “P / V / (Eagle Head)” breech proofs, Springfield Armory markings and Federal Eagle on lockplate and “EDWARD MAYNARD / PATENTEE” on the primer cover. Both breech tang and lockplate are dated 1845 and the aforementioned “C” is found on the lockplate, hammer, inside primer mechanism and barrel. The lockplate contours gracefully follow those of the stock and the primer cover is secured only with a small clip-post that has worn somewhat over the years. The brass hardware is a pleasant pale ocher patina showing a few sparse tiny dings and mild tarnishing while the sides of the trigger retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The smooth walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing just some scattered light dings and a 1/2” circular synthetic repair behind the rear lockplate screw on the right side of the grip. The stock otherwise shows nice grain and fine edges. The swiveling ramrod assembly is intact and the lock is crisp. The pistol includes the previously mentioned Norm Flayderman letter written to Peter DeRose and scans of the other referenced resources. This is an important American martial arm representing one of the very first ex-
5 1/2”
serial #14125, 44 S&W American, 5 1/2” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing some light oxidation and pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. This is one of 18 revolvers sold on September 30, 1872 and shipped to N. Visaero of Chile. All of these revolvers had the rare 5 1/2” barrels in nickel finish, 12 fitted with swivels and 8 without. The revolver is in fine condition retaining about 85-90% original finish with scattered light flaking to mild gunmetal and gray-brown patina along with some old dings and minor handling marks. The triggerguard and hammer retain some remnants of smoky case-hardening and the trigger and latch are nickel-plated. The single line barrel address and patent dates remain strong and the smooth
walnut grips remain in about very good condition as lightly cleaned with areas a little shy along the edges of the frame and some other small dings. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the other numbered parts are matching by assembly number “323”. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good with a hint of minor play and the bolt is a little worn causing the cylinder lock-up to be a bit off but the hammer is crisp and the cylinder times normally. The included factory letter confirms the above information. An interesting No. 3 in a very rare barrel length. (13B11730-226) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5
SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL AMERICAN REVOLVER
4861, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 75% original bright blue showing light overall flaking to mild gray-brown patina under bright light, scattered oxidation speckling and light handling marks. Some of the screw heads show old slot wear, the triggerguard is mostly a pleasant smoky gray casehardened patina and the hammer retains some good vibrant colors. The latch and trigger retain almost all of their nice dark blue-gray oil-quenched case-hardening and the single line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp. The smooth walnut grips rate near excellent with strong original oil finish and just a little edge wear. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “709”. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is a bit stiff on one chamber but otherwise seems to function normally. A fine blue Second Model American. (13B11730-227) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
serial #27092, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with a fair bore showing moderate oxidation its fulllength and generally strong rifling. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of deep gunmetal gray and mild gray-brown patina showing some scattered old light pitting and flakes of bright blue lurking about the protected areas. The triggerguard is a smooth gray case-hardened patina and a few screws and the front sight blade are later replacements. The single line barrel address and patent dates are strong and the serial number on the butt is properly spaced between the stock cutouts. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition with some light dings and thin sliver missing along the toe of the left panel. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame by serial number and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number “244”. There is a small on the topstrap, barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action will require mechanical attention as the cylinder only rotates sporadically and lock-up is off. The included original stock fits the frame very well, the attachment hardware mostly toned to gray-brown patina with some light pitting along the left side and the smooth steel buttplate retains most of its original bright blue. The walnut stock proper rates very good plus with scattered light dings and handling marks.
(3000/5000)
259. ATTRACTIVE SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH SHOULDER STOCK
serial #29739, 44 S&W Russian, 8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome revolver is in target configuration with its longer barrel, shoulder stock and fitted with Lyman’s ivory line target rear sight and ivory bead front sight. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original bright blue with some scattered areas lightly flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light, mild high edge wear and a small ding on the left bottom edge of frame. The shoulder stock cutout on the base of the frame has removed the first “29” in the serial number but the cutouts are otherwise appropriately and neatly applied. The hammer and triggerguard show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, drifting somewhat to smooth gray along the guard and the trigger shows pale straw color. The cylinder is 1 7/16” and the simplified single line barrel address is crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some mild scuffs along the edges, the right panel properly scratch-numbered matching. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered to the gun, the cylinder shows the full serial number “29739”, the latch is un-numbered and the barrel is stamped with just a “5”. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action is crisp. The revolver includes an original shoulder stock with silver-plated hardware and fits the revolver very nicely. The stock hardware retains about 85% silver finish with flaked areas toning to dark brown and the walnut stock proper in very fine condition with some light dings and handling marks. The original hard rubber buttplate is in near excellent condition. A fine example in a very attractive configuration. (13B11730342) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
shoulder stock. While this does not match its current configuration exactly, it obviously left the factory in a similarly unusual form. Its current nickel finish is without a doubt antique period applied, appearing to be factory in every respect were it not for the letter information. The shorter barrel length too was masterfully executed and the ivory stocks, which are noted in the letter as replacements, are again obviously period and would otherwise be assessed as factory hardware as their fit and style are perfect down to the screw escutcheons. The metal surfaces retain about 92-94% nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking to gray-brown patina, a few small areas of minor bubbling and light handling marks, the nickel starting to reacquire some honest clouding. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the triggerguard retains generous colors drifting to smoky gray with some light speckling. The sides of the trigger show a hint of straw color while the latch and sights retain about 90% original bright blue. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and clear. The smooth antique ivory grips and short forend remain in excellent condition with an attractive mellow patina and grain striations throughout, the inside of the right panel neatly pencil-numbered matching the frame. The revolver is sighted with factory u-notch tar get rear sight and silver bead front and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. A unique and very unusual piece for the advanced collector. (13E11730347) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (7000/9000)
RARE SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADYSMITH TARGET
shows vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the trigger is a pleasant smooth gray case-hardened patina and all markings remain crisp. The smooth walnut grips with gold S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and attractive dark grain lines. The number along the inside of the right panel is difficult to discern, appearing to begin with “19” but both panels fit very well. The correct factory target sights are intact. An excellent Ladysmith in a desirable configuration with an additionally rare club gun number. (13C11730-656) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
262. TARGET CLUB GUN REVOLVER
speckles. The hammer and grooved trigger retain vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all markings remain crisp. The revolver shows factory star rework mark next to the serial number and the left side beneath the grip shows date of September 1916 and “B” in a diamond factory refurbish blue mark. The checkered wal nut grips without medallions remain in very fine condition showing some mild edge wear and light handling marks. The right panel is pencil-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered components are all matching as well. The factory adjustable target sight with u-notch blade is intact along with tall plain bead blade. An interesting revolver for the ded icated S&W collector. (13C11730-691) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #14486, 44 S&W Special, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive Triple Lock revolver retain about 96-97% orig inal blue showing a few sparsely scat tered tiny oxidation speckles and a few small minor scuff marks along the left side of the barrel and a couple of the cylinder flat edges. The hammer and trigger retain nice vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all mark ings remain crisp. The checkered walnut grips with gold S&W medallions remain in very fine condition left and very good plus condition right, the right panel showing a few more noticeable chipped points and handling marks that are still mostly unobtrusive. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered parts are all match ing as well. A very fine example of these handsome and desirable revolvers. (13B11730-690) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5
264. BRITISH CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 455 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #8436, 455 Webley, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. In a hurry to pro duce revolvers for the emergency British contract at the outset of the First World War, Smith & Wesson took partially finished 44 Triple Lock commercial frames and assembled them into 455s. This conversion was done utilizing a total of 808 frames, 666 of which went to the British and the remaining 142 of which were sold commercially. This scheme is described on page 203 of “Smith & Wesson 1857-1945” by Neal and Jinks and this revolver is listed by serial number on page 204 as one of the 666 initial re volvers sent to the British. The revolver has seen very little use retaining about 96% original bright blue showing some scat tered light edge wear and sparse flaking under bright light, the right side edges of the frame with a couple of very small
that normally would not be worth the mention. The trigger, hammer and lanyard ring retain fine vibrant case-hardened colors, the face of the trigger with a few oxidation speckles. All markings remain crisp showing the expected small British military inspector marks along with a set of later London commercial export proofs. Due to the hurried addition of a lanyard ring which covered the original serial number on the butt, Smith & Wesson restamped the serial number along the inside left of the frame beneath the grip panel. The checkered walnut grips with gold S&W medallions remain in excellent condition with perhaps a couple minor handling marks and retaining perfect fit. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered parts are all matching as well. A lovely example of an obscure sub-variant of these always desirable revolvers. (13B11730-711) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Col(3000/5000)
There is a small scuff along the right side edge of the rear sight blade that is unobtrusive. The service trigger and humpback hammer with side grooves and fine checkering retain most of their original vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little bit of mild oxidation staining along the edges and all markings remain crisp and clear. The checkered walnut grips with large silver S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks and nice grain figure. The right panel is mismatched stamp-numbered “46623” but grip fit is otherwise very fine. The revolver is sighted with factory adjustable rear sight with square notch blade and Baughman quick draw serrated blade front on King base and all of the remaining serialized parts are matching. Only 144 Registered Magnum revolvers were originally finished in nickel. Our correspondence with Roy Jinks confirms this revolver shipped as a nickel gun with 4” barrel, sights as-mentioned, humpback hammer, Magna grips (since replaced), sighted in at 25 yards with center hold and with a 3 lb. trigger. The order was a sevengun shipment (Registration Numbers 4736-4742) on May 12, 1939 to the Evansville, Indiana Board of Works & Safety. An excellent and desirable example of these highly sought-after revolvers. (13E11730-745) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
WONDERFUL WINCHESTER PRE ‘64 MODEL 70 STANDARD GRADE
serial #238526, 270 Win., 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1952-vintage rifle retain 99% original blue with some scattered specks of fine oxidation staining. The bolt remains mostly bright with spots of hardened oil staining and is electric-pencil numbered to the gun and all other markings remain crisp. The rifle features a hooded bead front sight and folding leaf rear sight and the checkered walnut Monte-Carlo stock rates excellent. The stock shows raised grain with nice figure throughout and retains nearly all of its original varnish with crisp points on the checkering and is fitted with a checkered steel widows peak buttplate.
complete and matching end label, hang tag, manual, and related papers. An excellent example that would be hard to improve upon. (10C11885-2) {C&R} (2000/3000)
267. EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX
serial #163911, 410 bore, 26” plain barrel choked modified with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this handsome 1963-manufactured small bore retain 99% original blue showing light operational wear along the magazine tube with both the bolt and loading gate remaining bright. All markings remain crisp with receiver extension matching numbered. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate excellent with raised grain and retaining nearly all of their original varnish. Included are the original hang tag and factory box. The box rates about very good with a couple small tears along its edge and retains 65-70% of its end label. A wonderful condition small bore field gun with original box and hangtag. (10B11885-1) {C&R} (2500/4000)
retain about 97-98% of their maker applied Robar Poly T2 Teflon finish with some light wear around the operating surfaces. The bolt body and magazine follower are machine polished with a bright jeweled patterns, the bolt knob features three-panel teardrop checkering. Rifle is stocked in a lovely piece of French walnut that rates excellent with just a handful of light handling marks. The stock features include glass bedding, a generous left-side shadowlined cheekrest, a Biesen skeletonized pistolgrip cap, a set of finely executed pedestalled inlaid swivel bases, a Neidner style Biesen checkered steel buttplate, and a 15 1/8” length of pull. The forearm and wrist feature borderless angular pattern checkering with mostly sharp points, and there is some lovely burl type figure toward the butt. The rifle has no provisions for sights but mounted to the receiver by a set of Warne bases and rings is a Leupold M8 series 6X42 matte finished riflescope. The scope features a duplex reticle and has bright, excellent optics. Other features include a slender bolt handle, straddle hinged floorplate with a center bow release, an adjustable Canjar trigger, and a Model 70 style three position bolt safety. Included are a set of RCBS 257 Akley Improved reloading dies, a Leupold neoprene scope cover, and an informational sheet on the rifle. Palmer Raysor was a well-known gunsmith located in St. Bonifacious, MN. He is primarily known for his stock work but has also built custom pistols as well as rifles. This is a beautiful custom rifle built on a desirable Mauser action that is well-balanced and would likely be a pleasure to shoot. (4B11941-2) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
blue with some light handling marks throughout, and some light wear and flaking noted along the barrel. The bolt body and magazine follower are machine polished with bright jeweled patterns. The rifle is stocked in an attractive piece of darker American walnut with lots of figure to the grain. The stock rates excellent and features glass bedding, a schnabel forend tip, left-side cheekrest with accent line, a steel capped pistolgrip, a pair of neatly executed pedestalled and inlaid swivel bases, and a Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad with a 13 1/2” length of pull. The forearm and wrist feature borderless angular pattern checkering. There are no provisions for sights but a Zeiss Diavari-C 3-9X3 6 riflescope has been mounted to the receiver. The scope features a PLEX reticle and bright, excellent optics and includes the factory lens covers. Other features of this fine rifle include a lever released floorplate, a Ted Blackburn custom Mauser trigger, and a horizontal bolt safety that is stiff but does function. Although the builder of this fine rifle is not known it was clearly made by a true craftsman and would be a joy to carry afield. (4B119413) {MODERN} (2500/3500)
VERY RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1911 FIRST TYPE GALLERY PRACTICE
PISTOL
serial #115522, 22 LR, 5” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles scattered about and otherwise crisp rifling. This is one of 27 First Type gallery pistols assembled by Springfield Armory for testing circa 19131915. The First Type resembles almost precisely the 45 service pistol with just a heavily modified 22 caliber barrel and different extractor, utilizing special “cartridge holders” shaped like slimmed-down 45 ACP cartridges that can be cycled through the magazine and hold the 22 cartridges for firing. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 75% original blue showing high edge wear, a little sparse oxidation staining and fading to mild gray-brown patina under bright light. All of the familiar Springfield Armory markings remain intact and strong and the checkered double diamond walnut grips remain in very good plus condition showing a few lightly chipped points and minor dings. The pistol includes one correct copper-plated magazine with lanyard ring floorplate stamped “22” along with seven original cartridge holders. Field testing of this model basically concluded that a pistol of this type would be very advantageous for training purposes but that this design was unreliable with issues such as: not cycling (not surprising given the fact the gun is still a locked breech design utilizing the original recoil spring!), broken extractors, mediocre accuracy and poor firing pin strikes. The lack of rapid fire capability was particularly upsetting to ordnance personnel so a new design was devised, leading to the Second Type. (13E11730-1108) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (10,000/15,000)
271. VERY RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1911 SECOND TYPE GALLERY PRACTICE PISTOL
serial #563226 (Unit No. 3), 22 LR, 5 1/4” barrel with atered oxidation and pinprick pits with otherwise strong rifling throughout. A departure from the more “service-looking” First Type, this pistol is one of 25 pistols in 22 LR assembled by Springfield Armory circa 1914-1924. This updated design utilizes -
ciprocating breech bolt to better function as a repeater. The upper unit retains about 85% original blue showing some high edge wear and light oxidation specking, the blue taking on a deep plum tone under bright light. The frame retains perhaps 65-70% original blue flaking to mild gray-brown patina and showing scattered handling marks. The bolt body remains mostly bright while its back surface retains nice brilliant fire blue with one area of light pitting along the right edge. All markings remain intact and strong and the checkered double diamond walnut grips remain in very good condition showing lightly chipped points and moderate edge wear. The left side of the bolt shows a small matching “3” stamp and one original modified magazine is included.serial numbers and unit numbers of the
Meadows. The gallery practice pistol project was finally abandoned in 1924 by the Ordnance Office with the impending development of Colt’s Ace pistol. (13D11730-1109) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Col lection] (10,000/15,000)
272. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #859340, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Flannery barrel with a frosted bore and strong rifling throughout. This mid-war pistol retains about 95% original Parkerized finish, the straps are toning to brown under strong light with scattered light edge wear. The checkered factory Coltwood grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and
a single Risdon Tool & Machine seven-round magazine with welded base. A fine Colt for the collector. (8B11728-877) {C&R} (2000/3000)
the lower front of the slide, the frontstrap has partially toned to brown vis ible under strong light, and scattered light edge wear. The checkered fac tory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and rate about excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and Colonel Atwood’s in spector mark remains crisp as are the other markings. It includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company sevenround magazine with welded base. A nice addition for the collector. (8A11728-939) {C&R} (1800/2200)
U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA
rifling throughout. This lovely late-war pistol retains about 97-98% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear and a very small number “20152090” is lightly electric penciled on the right side of the slide by the ejection port. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, no reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate about excellent. This pistol ap pears to have the correct small parts and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark remains crisp as are the other markings. It includes a single unmarked seven-round magazine. A fine example of an Ithaca showing minimal use over the years. (8B11728-894) {C&R}
273. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
274.
Trotter” statuette. This revolver remains in very fine condition retaining about 96% original gold finish with just a little mild flaking along some high edges of the frame and cylinder, the cylinder also with some minor bubbling here and there. The hammer and triggerguard show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout with some mild smoky patina while the sights retain fine bright blue and the specially checkered trigger shows a hint of straw color. All markings remain crisp and clear with period London proof marks and the aforementioned “RAPID 1894” along the backstrap. The checkered black hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing a few small dings and mild scuffs, the right panel properly scratch-numbered matching the frame along the interior and their fit remaining excellent. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is smooth and crisp. The revolver is sighted with Lyman’s ivory line target rear sight and ivory bead front sight, a combination that is specifically illustrated in Winans’s book. In his revolver shooting book Winans also mentions his preference for 6 1/2” barrel revolvers as his preferred barrel length, and on the subject of metal finishes and markings states, “I have my revolvers gold-, silver-, or copper-plated all over, not for show, but to prevent, if I leave my revolver inadvertently on the firing-ledge in a competition, a man using it, and saying: “So sorry; thought it was mine, don’t you know”…and later, “It is a good plan to have the name of the competition for which the revolver is sighted engraved on the stock…also to have the revolvers for each series plated…a different colour”. The revolver also includes a nice British canvas and leather-covered case by John Rigby & Co. that shows some mild fading and edge wear along the exterior. The interior label is in very fine condition and the maroon baize lining is also very fine. There is a 24-round cartridge block, pewter oil bottle, key and a gold-washed cleaning rod. There is a well-known caricature of Walter Winans by Spy that was published in the 1894 Vanity Fair inwhich he is depicted holding a gold-plated revolver much like this one. A wonderful and important revolver connected to a prominent figure from the heyday of revolver competition shooting. (13E11730-557) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
EARLY & EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON FOURTH MODEL
mentioning if not for its superb condition. The smooth walnut factory grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent, they have some lovely figure in the grain, especially the left panel. It features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, the barrel and ejector are numbered to the gun, it has a rebounding hammer, and barrel to frame fit is tight. One of the many highlights of this gun is the excellent condition factory steel presentation case. The case retains about 99% plus exterior blue finish, the green felt lined interior rates about good plus showing minor soiling, and wear on the high contact areas. This case differs from the usual early cases as it utilizes clips to retain the accessories rather than elastic bands. The factory two-piece cleaning rod and sight adjustment tool (screwdriver) are present and remain in wonderful condition. A factory letter is included and merely indicates this gun shipped on May 29, 1925, to a Colonel Jones. Without a doubt one of the finer Fourth Models you will encounter. (8B11730-204) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
SMITH & WESSON FOURTH MODEL SINGLE SHOT CLUB TARGET PISTOL IDENTIFIED TO EDWARD SHATTUCK POMEROY OF SMITH
& WESSON
serial #0334, 22 LR, 10” barrel with a non-Olympic chamber and a bright excellent bore. Mr. Pomeroy was a long time Smith & Wesson employee who started his career in 1900 and rose through the ranks to
the plants history. There is a very nice letter from Roy Jinks outlining his life history and how this gun was one of three of his prized possessions named in the letter. This lovely Straight-Line Target appears virtually as-new. The smooth deluxe walnut factory grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent, showing a pair of tiny dings on the bottom of the left panel. They have some lovely figure in the grain. It features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, the barrel and ejector are numbered to the gun, it does not have the rebounding hammer, and the barrel to frame fit is tight. It includes an original steel presentation case that retains about 98-99% exterior blue finish with a few light marks and a dent on the cover. The green felt lined interior rates about excellent. This case utilizes spring clips to retain the accessories and includes the factory two-piece cleaning rod and sight adjustment tool (screwdriver), they all remain in excellent condition. A second factory letter from Roy Jinks indicates this gun shipped as described on November 25, 1925, to Edward Shattuck Pomeroy, at 3 Burton St., Springfield, Massachusetts. He speaks briefly of Mr. Pomeroy’s outstanding career with the company and how he and Mr. Harold Wesson, President of the company, cooperated on its design. He theorizes that Mr. Pomeroy built this gun himself at the factory carefully choosing all the components and the stocks, the results is a truly a fine piece. A beautiful pistol with important company connection and provenance. (8B11730205) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
SCARCE & EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON 38 THIRD MODEL SINGLE ACTION CLUB REVOLVER
serial #0, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with an excellent bore showing a small stray pit. This lovely Club gun remains in superb condition showing very little use. It retains about 99% plus original nickel plate. The flared hammer and the triggerguard retain beautiful case-hardened colors while the
grips feature gold S&W medallions, they show nice fig ure, and remain in excellent condition. All the appropriate parts are correctly num bered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is superb, the front sight is a pinned half-moon, the rear is fixed, and it has a rebounding hammer. The barrel is not marked “Model of 1891” although this is not unusual. A truly fine example of these scarce Club guns and the Third Model specifically. (8B11730-187) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
RARE SMITH & WESSON MEXICAN 38 THIRD MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #23136, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing a small number of scattered oxidation blemishes and pinprick pitting. This gun remains in excellent condition showing scattered light handling marks, a few spots of bubbling, and tiny oxidation blemishes. The hammer retains beautiful case-hardened colors while the trigger is bright. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature the S&W monogram,
manufactured for foreign export with a few defining traits that separate them from the standard Third Model. They are rare in this country considering their intended export status. This gun has those features consisting of a flat sided hammer and the non-integral recessed trigger protection extensions. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame lockup is tight, and it features a rebounding hammer. The barrel is marked “Model of ‘91” flanked by the barrel address and patent dates. A rare collecting opportunity for the advance collector. (8C11730-171) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
years of hard service. This rifle is completely honest and remains in a wonderful state of preservation. The barrel shows the proper Bridgeport address with "Old Reliable" moniker and is marked just ahead of action "B USINESS 45". The barrel retains about 75% thin original blue finish with some scattered patches of old light surface oxidation present; all markings remain clear and legible. The frame and lock retain a pleasing mix of faded original color case hardened finish mixed with a smooth gray patina. Factory double set triggers are present and functioning properly. The plain walnut stocks rate very good plus with 70% original finish remaining and with just the expected scattered light handling marks present. The buttplate shows an old brown patina with scattered light oxidation and pitting. The rifle is sighted with a globe front and carbine length sporting rear. The barrel is marked "2 1/10", however it letters as a 45-90 and will chamber a 45-70 and with the 45-90 cartridge we tried, it will barely not close. The rifle comes with an R.L. Moore signed factory letter confirming the configuration of the rifle and showing shipment on August 5th, 1878 to William Coleman and Company in Butte City, Montana via Oneida, Idaho. The rifle was part of a 10-gun shipment - five in this caliber and five in 45-70. Butte City Montana was a booming mining town in the late 19th century with large deposits of copper which drew prospectors from across the country as well as immigrants from China and Europe. This is a very fine example of the Sharps working guns with a very desirable shipping destination. This would make a fine addition to any Sharps or Western Americana collection. (1E11874-39) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (8,000/12,000)
281. EXTREMELY FINE SHARPS MODEL 1853 SLANT BREECH SPORTING RIFLE
serial #11140, 42 caliber (60 bore), 26" octagon barrel with a bright, excellent deeply rifled bore. This iron mounted sporting rifle remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel shows proper three-line Hartford address and the frame and lock show correct three-line patent markings. The barrel retains about 90% original blue finish which is just thinning evenly and blending with a smooth brown patina. The action and lock show 90% original color case hardened finish which remains quite strong with just a little even light fading. The iron patchbox shows strong original color as does the buttplate. The plain walnut buttstock and pewter tipped forend rate excellent with perhaps 90% original finish and showing just light handling marks. The rifle is equipped with original adjustable double set triggers which function properly. The rifle is sighted with small blade front sight and original 1852 style
standard ladder rear sight and a plain brass post. A very nice example of a rare carbine sporting a great bore with approximately 500 made. (24B11874-49) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (2500/4000)
283. VINTAGE SHARPS 52 CALIBER CARTRIDGES
10 rounds total. One full and sealed 10-round box of Sharps 52 caliber “(52/100) Calibre” Cartridges with 12 percussion caps for the Sharps’ Improved Rifle. The pasteboard box rates excellent overall with some light edge wear on the bottom right base corner and light seal separation beginning to show on the right-flat side. The top label with black print remains 99% complete. A wonderful vintage box. (2A11918-2) (800/1200)
284. EXCELLENT ENGRAVED COLT DIAMONDBACK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY TOM FREYBURGER
serial #AA06931, 22 LR, 4” ventilated rib barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a hint of minor frosting and crisp rifling throughout. This lovely revolver is engraved in a similar style as the “Old World Engravers” showcasing the scrollwork favored by Nimschke, Gustave Young, Helfricht and Kornbrath. Colt presented this special series of engraving through
graved by Freyburger in a similar style on a special commission basis as the included factory letter does not mention any engraving or the grip style, but confirms it shipped as a 4” nickel-finished Diamondback to Bangers L.P. of Birmingham Alabama on April 1, 1995 in a single gun shipment. The revolver is fullyembellished with lovely foliate scrollwork in the carrying styles we would expect to see, the right side with wider scroll acce acanthus-leaf style motifs, a few crosshatched triangular motifs, acanthus leaf behind hammer, crosshatch-accented scroll on th left side of the frame and the left side of the barrel with a nice cinch in the scrollwork reminiscent of Gustave Young. The re retains 99% original bright nickel finish showing a couple of minor handling marks and a few areas starting to take on a very slight clouded appearance under bright light. The rear sight shows full blue and all embellishments remain crisp. The checkered walnut grips with bright Colt medallions remain in near excellent condition appearing to have been very lightly cleaned with a little added finish and a shallow notch added along the top edge. The grips are un-numbered and otherwise fit very well. The revolver is sighted with adjustable square notch rear sight and nickel blade front. An interesting and very attractive Diamondback revolver. (13D1175934) {MODERN} (5000/7000)
285. STUNNING PAIR OF JOHN ADAMS II ENGRAVED CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY THIRD GENERATION REVOLVERS
serial #91494SA and 91495SA, 45 LC, 7 1/2" barrels with bright excellent bores. These 1977 production revolvers feature unfluted cylinders and show Adams' wonderful relief floral scroll engraving on 100% of the surfaces with-the-exception-of the front straps. The caliber markings are hand engraved on the left side of each barrel with the bottom of each barrel bearing Adams' signature "J Adams / II" in tasteful script. The scrollwork shows nice depth and the punch dot shaded background is very neatly executed. The top straps and the top of the ejector rod housings show wonderful wheat chaff patterns with sunburst motifs on either side of front sights. The hammers both show interesting motifs of bison skulls on each side against fully punch dot shaded backgrounds. Whoever ordered these revolvers wanted Adams to cover as much surface as possible and the engraver certainly obliged that request, the unfluted cylinders allowing full coverage of its periphery. The detail is wonderful with each screwhead engraved with simple sunburst motifs and the outer edges of the ejector rod heads showing simple scroll as do the undersides of the ejector rod housings. The revolvers are each fit with a set of smooth ivory grips which fit wonderfully. The condition of the revolvers is excellent showing no use, as they left the engraver and appear to have been left in the white with the front straps polished to a satin finish. The revolvers come in a walnut Colt factory French fitted double casing which also rates excellent. These extensively engraved revolvers are a wonderful example of the 20th century gun engravers art. A fine set of revolvers for those who collect artwork performed on the steel canvas. (1E11728-160,161) {MODERN} (10,000/15,000)
serial #N687747, 44 Magnum, 8 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome revolver was engraved in two-thirds coverage in Class B factory engraving by custom engraver John Pease who was doing contract work for Smith & Wesson at the time. The revolver includes a copy of a letter on Smith & Wesson factory letterhead dated April 17, 2001 and signed by Dave Misiaszek, factory engraver. He notes that this revolver along with its consecutively numbered companions N687745 and N687746 were engraved by John Pease under contract by the Smith & Wesson Custom Engraving Department. The embellishments show lovely ex-
address along the right side of the frame with a nice little border as well. Though unsigned, the work speaks for itself. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing just the faintest beginning of a thin turn line along the cylinder while the hammer and trigger show fine case-hardened colors with some drifting to smoky gray along the trigger. The re volver wears a lovely set of generous target style K-N Nille Griffe finger groove rosewood stocks in ex cellent condition with just a few tiny dings along the right panel. John K. Pease of Chester, Massachusetts is an exceptionally talented engraver and this is a fine showcase of his rendition of factory Class B engraving. We sold the
Class A engraved companion follows. (13C11730-793) {MODERN} [Peter
DeRose Collection] (3500/5000)
287. SUPERB SMITH & WESSON CLASS A ENGRAVED MODEL 29-2 REVOLVER BY JOHN PEASE PART OF A CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR
serial #N687746, 44 Magnum, 8 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This handsome revolver was engraved in full coverage in Class A factory engraving by custom engraver John Pease who was doing contract work for Smith & Wesson at the time. The revolver includes a copy of a letter on Smith & Wesson factory letterhead dated April 17, 2001 and signed by Dave Misiaszek, factory engraver. He notes that this revolver along with its consecutively numbered companions N687745 and N687747 were engraved by John Pease under contract by the Smith & Wesson Custom Engraving Department. The embellishments are wonderfully executed consisting of finely detailed tight flowing foliate scrollwork overlapping in areas along the frame, with clean punch-dot background shading, nice border around the company address on the right side of the frame and little geometric borderline along the sides of the
expect from Mr. Pease. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing just a very subtle thin turn line along the cylinder while the hammer and trigger show fine case-hardened colors. The revolver wears a lovely set of generous target style K-N Nille Griffe finger groove rosewood stocks in excellent condition. John K. Pease of Chester, Massachusetts is an exceptionally talented engraver and this is a fine showcase of his rendition of factory Class A engraving. We sold the third revolver of this trio (N687745), engraved and with gold band inlays, as Lot 462 in Auction No. 132. Its Class B engraved companion precedes this lot. A beautiful Model 29-2 revolver. (13C11730-796) {
288.
EXCELLENT
SMITH & WESSON FACTORY CLASS A ENGRAVED MODEL 39 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #5686, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol shows wonderful Class A engraving in near full coverage consisting of rather deep relief-style foliate scrollwork with matted background shading throughout and a light geometric flourish along the bottom of the dust cover. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue and black anodized finishes showing just a little mild operational wear. The chamber area remains bright and all markings and embellishments are crisp. The smooth rosewood grips with silver S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing just a few minor handling marks, namely a small ding along the top edge of the right panel. One original magazine is included along with a factory letter that confirms the factory engraving and indicates the pistol shipped on July 23, 1958 to Rex Firearms Co. of New York City, a prominent dealer of high end guns in the city at that time who often ordered specially configured and engraved pieces. This is a lovely and rather early factory engraved Model 39 pistol. (13C11730-901) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
289. WONDERFUL & UNIQUE “ARTISTRY IN ARMS” FACTORY ENGRAVED PAIR OF SMITH & WESSON MODEL 3914LS SEMI-AUTO PISTOLS BY PAUL PIQUETTE
serial #JHW0001 and JHW0002, 9mm, 3 1/2” Bar-sto barrels with bright excellent bores. This exceptional pair of pistols was assembled by the S&W Performance Center and embellished by factory master engraver Paul Piquette for Smith & Wesson’s travelling exhibition “Artistry in Arms” which toured from 1991-1995. The “JHW” prefix honors Joseph Hawes Wesson who served as company president from around 19111912 and was the driving force behind the company’s first semi-auto pistols. The pistols are finished in lovely contrast, with gun No. 1 being nickel with dark rosewood grips and No. 2 being blued with smooth ivory grips. The guns are essentially as-new with 99% plus original finishes and are profusely engraved in the finest detailed tight foliate scrollwork with punch-dot background shading. The model designations and serial numbers are neatly engraved along the bottom surfaces of the dust covers and “SMITH & WESSON” is engraved in riband along the left sides of the slides. Even the sides of the sights are engraved and the magazines are equipped with wonderful steel floorplates that round out the frames nicely and are themselves embellished in full coverage with beautiful scrollwork and Performance Center monograms. The guns are housed in a set of special book cases with French-fitted maroon suede interiors. The spines of the cases are embossed in gold “POCKET PISTOLS VOL I / VOL II / JOE WESSON”. Included is Roy Jinks’s foamcore-mounted January 7, 1992 factory description of these pistols (essentially a “factory letter”) along with a copy of Smith & Wesson’s Artistry in Arms brochure in-which these pistols are beautifully presented. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire such an exceptional and unique pair of modern S&W pistols never before offered for sale. (13K11730-1227,1228) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (10,000/15,000)
290. DESIRABLE U.S. M1 GAS TRAP GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #12711, 30-06, 22 1/2” barrel with a good lightly oxidized bore still showing evident rifling throughout. The receiver of this 1939-vintage rifle has drifted to an even gray patina with some light oxidation staining on the left side, four neatly arsenal-quality filled holes just visible above the clip latch, done long ago. The barrel retains 95% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish, the barrel bands toned to brown and pewter, and the gas trap displaying the typical worn bright finish. The walnut stock and hand guard are in very good condition with a repaired 3 1/2” roughly v-shaped crack to the left of the trigger, easily missed except on close inspection, and some of the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. A softened circled “P” is present inside the pistolgrip, a faint boxed “SA / SPG” is just visible on the left side, “D28293” is clear on the toe line, and both handguards read “C46005” and “C46006”; the checkered steel buttplate is correctly with a trap, though the rear handguard shows the later relief cut. The receiver markings are intact and crisp, the barrel beneath the operating rod correctly marked only with the “P” proof with punch mark at the center, and the various drawing numbers on the small parts appear to be consistent with its vintage. The rifle features the correct flush-nut rear sight drums and the arched front sight wings are of a slightly later vintage. Included is a data sheet from Mr. DeRose, filled out in his hand and listing the various parts and their markings, and appears to match the rifle as it remains today. As development of the M1 rifle continued, Gas Trap rifles were upgraded over time with all remaining rifles after 1947 being ordered destroyed, making fine examples such as these a rare find. (14E11730-1298) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (15000/20000)
291. RARE EXPERIMENTAL U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE WITH T131 REFLEX-COLLIMATOR SIGHT
30-06, 24” 1-42 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. Originating as a derivative project from the 1944 U.S. Army program at Aberdeen Proving Grounds to develop a more effect low-light optic for the M1C & M1D, the experimental T131 reflector sight was to take the place of the standard open sights on M1 rifles during periods of poor light. Taking inspiration from the Aircraft Illuminate Gun sight and the commercial Nydar shotgun sight, the T131 reflector sight uses an illuminated dot projected onto the concave lens, through which one would still see the target. Testing of the T131 was conducted in 1947 by four accomplished riflemen, with the results being that though mounting of the sight was deemed to be easy taking only an average of two minutes, simply removing the standard rear sight and screwing the T131 in its place, accuracy testing at last light of day determined to be approximately half that of the standard open sights, with shots covering the entire 6’ by 6’ target frame at 200 yards. The Report of the Army Ground Forces Board No. 3, Project no. 2057, which details the testing of the T131, found that the projected dot was too coarse and only beneficial when the lighting was so poor that the target itself was near invisible, and therefore advised no further development of such a night sight. The receiver of this experimental rifle retains 99% original blue with only light operational wear, the remaining metal surfaces retain about 99% arsenal gray-green Parkerized finish. The walnut stock is in excellent condition with a few scat tered light dings and handling marks, the left side showing a crisp boxed “S.A. / H”, strong circled “P” behind the trigger guard, and small Ordnance Wheel stamped on the bottom of the pistolgrip. The handguard is one piece and of a rubber construction, showing light crazing around the pin holes and a few light handling marks. The receiver heel is entirely un marked, the leg showing typical lot coding, the bolt with “SA-23153” drawing number, the operating rod with an enlarged charging handle and “SA 23154” drawing number, and the trigger housing and hammer show more typical Springfield Armory drawing numbers; both barrel and operating rod are numbered “56”. No front sight is present and the T131 reflector sight is in near excellent condition some minor oxidation staining visible under bright light, the rear clearly marked “B MACHINE CO. / BROOKLYN, N.Y. / SIGHT MOUNT T-131”, and the illuminative material no longer glows. A rare variant of the T37 flash hider with brush guard is mounted at the muzzle via a single slot gas cylinder screw. Though ultimately unsuccessful, the concept pio neered by this rare rifle and sight combination ultimately proved true, as seen with modern military rifles. An excellent
292. RARE U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY WITH EXPERIMENTAL FIBERGLASS STOCK AND NIGHT SIGHTS
serial #926581, 7.62mm NATO, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. With M1 production restarting in the early 1950s, so too continued experiments to wards the improvement of the design. In an effort to provide a more durable and weather resistant stock material, several designs were fabricated in the 1950s, though none progressed beyond the initial stages of testing as the adoption of the M14 ended the project; further information is available in Bruce N. Canfield’s “The M1 Garand Rifle”. In the same period, a set of night sights for the M1 and M14 rifles were developed by Jack F. Kettler of Fort Leavenworth consisting of a flip-up post at both front and rear sights, each featuring two sighting elements, one luminous through the use of promethium-147 and the other highly reflective, to be used under various low-light conditions; the sights no
longer glow.
As noted in “M14 Rifle History and Devel opment” by Lee Emerson, testing took place in 1959/60 to limited success, re sulting in small improvements; when the posts are flipped down, the aperture sights remain functional, though feature a square. The metal surfaces of this late 1942-vintage rifle retain about 97% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with silvering on high edges and contact points and the operating rod toning to brown. The fiberglass stock and one-piece handguard are in excellent condition, the stock a light gray and the handguard black, and the stock features a contoured forend and pistolgrip, altered comb, and a standard steel buttplate and a small black label “4” is on the heel. The receiver markings are crisp, the barrel shows only a pair of “P” proofs below the operating rod, the small parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers including the relief cut operating rod, the rear sight base is “NM / 2” marked, and the experimental front and rear sights are scratch-numbered “3” and “2” respectively. Few examples of these fiberglass stocks and experimental sights were ever made, making the combination here an excellent opportunity for the U.S. martial enthusiast. (14D11730-1303) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
serial #5760625, 30-06, 24” 12-53 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this mid 1950’s rifle retain about 96% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points and a few light handling marks. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a small divot on the heel and some scattered light dings and handling marks to be expected on a military rifle, and is marked with a clear 1/2” DoD acceptance mark and a circled “P”. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, and the marked parts all bear appropriate H&R drawing numbers. The rifle retains 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 dated January 2004, noting it as a Collector Grade rifle. An excellent example of these desirable rifles. (14B11700-76) {C&R} (2000/3000)
Germany Navy proofs and inspector marks and the backstrap with “W.K. / 9696” Kiel Shipyard property number. The checkered walnut grips are unnumbered and rate near excellent left, showing a few handling marks and a very small tight crack forming below the safety, and the right panel is excellent. All of the serialized parts are matching, the un-grooved firing pin being unnumbered, and the pistol includes one original bright-bodied concentric wood base magazine which is a bit stiff to remove showing a few small areas of light flaking and oxidation along the body and the base is un-numbered but shows proper navy inspector mark. An excellent Kiel-marked Luger for the German martial collector. (13D11953-4) {C&R} (8000/9000)
serial #2454152A, 30-06, 24” Winchester barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few spots of light oxidation but strong rifling throughout. Though assigned specific serial number blocks, Winchester and Springfield Armory often overlapped each other. When such duplicate serial numbers were discovered by units, “A” suffixes were stamped or etched onto the receiver to differentiate the rifles, this being a fine example of such. The metal sur faces retain about 90% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a small abrasion on the barrel leaving bright metal, and some scattered spots toning to brown; the relief cut operating rod shows a flaking gray finish. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good condition with scattered dings, divots, and han dling marks consistent with a military rifle, the wrist appearing lightly reduced in circumference, and the buttplate proud at the toe. A faint circled “P” and “P” are just visible inside the pistolgrip, and the stock otherwise unmarked. The receiver markings remain clear and legible, a bright “A” etched below the end of the serial number, and the marked parts show appropriate WRA drawing numbers. The rifle retains the standard open sights with lock-bar rear sight drums, a “saw cut” gas cylinder, milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, serialized to the rifle and including the “A” suffix, and dated to April 2003. An interesting collector piece for the martial enthusiast. (14B11700-87) {C&R} (2000/3000)
296. UNCOMMON DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL WITH 6” BARREL
serial #9337n, 9mm, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% excellent quality reapplied rust blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, mild thinning on the barrel and receiver, and a few scattered specks of oxidation. The strawed parts retain good color along the edges with the balance toned to a silvery patina, and the sear and toggle pins display vibrant fire blue with areas of light wear. The checkered walnut grips are in very good plus condition with a
DWM monogram remains crisp, the appropriate small parts show clear
the numbered parts are matching to the pistol save for the un-grooved firing pin, which is “06”. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a bright-bodied wood-based magazine showing spots of light verdigris, and the base is also stamped “ {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection]
297. GERMAN LP.08 ARTILLERY LUGER PISTOL BY DWM WITH HOLSTER AND STOCK
serial #6894f, 9mm, 8” barrel with a bright very good plus bore, showing strong rifling and a few specks of visible oxidation. The metal surfaces of this 1917-dated pistol retain approximately 85% factory blue, showing scattered spots of light oxida tion staining and light wear on the high edges and con tact points. The checkered beech grips are in very good condition with general light wear, a few handling marks, and both panels are unmarked. The DWM monogram and the Imperial German proofs and acceptance marks on the barrel are intact and crisp, and all the serialized parts match the pistol. The pistol retains the fine adjustment barley corn front sight and v-notch rear sight, with the rear sight leaf graduating from 100 to 800 meters. Included is a dark brown leather holster in good condition with light to moderate handling marks, wear on the top corners, and flaking on the straps. There is evidence of a puncture through the holster, but the hole is small and discreet, with the leather having reformed around it. The interior lid shows the maker mark and date 'H.CLEMEN ELBERFELD 1
marked Luger tool shows light oxidation, and a DWM bore rod with light oxidation. The action functions well mechanically, and included is a reproduction flat board stock, one 8-round magazine with wood base showing markings and serialized to another firearm and an additional 8-round magazine with Bakelite base. (31A11747-17 ) {C&R}
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 casehardened 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 underbites with Greener crossbolt and side-clips 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] (2000/3000)
bright near excellent bores. The provenance of this drilling is a bit apocryphal having been acquired from a Midwest gun shop that purportedly acquired a small collection of guns on consignment from Benny Goodman’s family. Over the course of his prolific career, the “King of Swing” toured across the world, including shows in Germany post-war. Apparently, he may have been cross-eye dominant as well! The barrels of this August 1939 proof-dated drilling retain about 95% original blue showing some mild edge wear and some sparse oxidation speckling. The solid matted rib shows maker name and city “Koln” and is equipped with claw mount bases at rear, the breech ends of the barrels also with some nice oak leaf embellishments. The action is mostly a mix of pleasant smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina embellished in full coverage with lovely crisp Germanic foliate motifs and game scenes of stag and does on right and rehbock, doe and rabbits on left. The barrel selector is a sliding switch at the upper tang with “SCHROTT” and “KUGEL” inlaid in gold and the three-cartridge trap along the toeline is also embellished with foliate motifs, crosshatching and small chamois scene. The horn triggerguard shows a crack through the front screw while the horn pistolgrip cap and basketweave buttplate remain in very fine condition. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with thin horn tip insert remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing a few small shallow flakes along the edge of the cheekpiece, and a thin 1 1/2” drying crack at the rear bottom edge of the forend and left side at the heel of buttstock. Length-of-pull is abou 13 3/4” and the gun shoulders nicely for a right-handed left eye dominant shooter. The drilling features standard European sling swivels, German silver cocking indicator pins, Greener safety and front rifle set trigger. When the rifle is selected, th notch rear sight automatically flips up and the front sight is a silver bead. The action seems to function well mechanically an barrels lock-up solid in-face via dual under-bites, Greener crossbolt and sideclips. A fine and interesting crossover drilling from a quality Cologne maker. (13F11108-2)
300. INCREDIBLY FINE JOHN A. NICHOLS
AA GRADE DOUBLE HAMMERGUN
serial #6349, 10 ga., 32" Damascus barrels with bright excellent bores. This is an extremely rare, exceptionally fine and high-grade double made by John A. Nichols after the termination of his partnership with Lefever. The AA grade was the highest grade offered by Nichols and was priced at $300 in 1879 when the average annual salary in the United States was between $400 and $450. The quality of the engraving is amazing with beautifully executed tight scroll with seven panel scenes depicting game birds and gun dogs. The left lock shows a round panel to the rear of the step depicting a woodcock. A vertical oval panel just ahead of the step depicts a quail. An open field following the forward contour of the hammer is engraved "JOHN A. N ICHOLS" and a wide oval panel on front of lock shows a pair of dogs on point. The right side shows the same panel sequence with similar scenes and maker mark. The bow of the triggerguard shows a setter with gamebird in mouth surrounded by a beautiful geometric border and floral design. All the scroll, game scenes and border work are of the highest 19th century quality. The belly of the action is rounded with raised bosses on either side which follow the contour of the locks. The belly shows wonderful floral bouquets, lovely border work and intertwined rope like work on the bottom of the bosses. The top of the barrel rib is engraved "JOHN A. NICHOLS MAKER AND PATENTEE SYRACUSE N.Y." and the barrels show matching serial number as does the forend. The forend features a large push button release at the center which is beautifully engraved with a flower blossom, the forend tip shows scroll while the iron at action is sculpted and engraved. The condition is wonderful with the barrels showing brilliant Damascus pattern their entire lengths. The last seven inches of the barrels and rib show some old oxidation staining and some patches of light pitting, these blend somewhat with the pattern and are not obtrusive. The left barrel shows some rub marks through the finish just ahead of the hinge pin. The action and locks show about 90% original color case hardened finish with some silvering on the right side and a tiny section of super fine pinprick pitting just above the right lock. Again, this is very unobtrusive. The checkered rounded pistolgrip buttstock and splinter forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and rate excellent as lightly cleaned and with some nicely added finish. The checkering has fancy fleur-de-lis borders and the raised flats around the contour of the locks are crisp with nice drop points. The checkering is finely cut and remains strong, an oval monogram plate is missing from the bottom of the rounded pistolgrip and there is a small chip from the left edge of the forend near the tip. The buttplate is of checkered horn and rates excellent being just a tiny bit proud of the wood. John Nichols was a well-known sportsman and target shooter but his stint as a gunmaker was brief. He entered into partnership with Dan Lefever in the spring of 1876, this partnership ended in 1879 when Nichols took over control of the patent for the hammerguns and continued as John A. Nichols in Syracuse until sometime around 1880. By the 1881-1882 Syracuse city directory, he is no longer listed. His name appears one more time in the directory of 1883-1884 as a machinist. The shotgun is illustrated in Elliott's "Uncle Dan Lefever" book and was part of Robert Elliott's personal collection. There are only a few of these shotguns known, this being perhaps the finest example remaining. This writer feels comfortable calling this one of the finest 19th century American double guns in existence. Don't sleep on this one. (1F11853-2) {ANTIQUE} [Robert Elliott Estate Collection] (20,000/30,000)
301. VERY RARE AND FINE CASED BARBER AND LEFEVER HIGH GRADE DOUBLE HAMMERGUN
serial #349, 10 ga., 30" damascus barrels with bright excellent bores. This is a wonderful well-published shotgun which remains in a very fine state of preservation. The top of the barrel rib is marked "Barber & Lefever Syracuse, N.Y." and the watertable is marked "Lefever / PAT'D / SEPT. 3, 1872 / Syracuse / N.Y.". This shotgun comes from the Robert W. Elliott Collection and is featured in both of his books "Lefever: Guns of Lasting Fame" as well as "Uncle Dan Lefever". The action and locks are engraved in fabulous relief scroll with handsome border work and geometric treatments around hinge
pin and screw in belly of action. The gun remains in wonderful condition with the barrels retaining 90% evenly thinning original brown with strong Damascus pattern their entire length. The top rib has a joint about 5 1/2" from the muzzle - it is extremely neatly done and looks to have been originally built this way. The frame and locks retain 90% original color case hardened finish which is visible all over, more vivid on the locks and having a wonderful smooth mottled gray color on the belly. The checkered round knob pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with sharp checkering and some scattered handling marks. There is an about one-inch sliver missing form the top left side of the forend. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows lots of mottled original color case hardened finish. The shotgun comes in a walnut case which has a purple baize lining and is French fitted to the gun. The case contains a full complement of loading accessories including empty brass and paper hulls, James Dixon 1873 patented brass loading tool, broken shell extractor, redecapper, two powder dippers and a selection of cleaning implements. Also included in the case is a small Barber and Lefever catalog which is stamped "G.W. HOLMES / AGENT / GOSHEN, OHIO". The top of the case lid has a silver shield shaped monogram plate which is stamped "G.W. HOLMES / Dealer in / DRY GOODS / Grocieries & C,&C. / GOSHEN Ohio". This shotgun is illustrated on pages 24-26 of Uncle Dan Lefever and 2731 of Lefever: Guns of Lasting Fame. A very fine example of a high condition and high grade double from this short-lived partnership. (1F11853-1) {ANTIQUE} [Robert Elliott Estate Collection] (7000/9000)
Krupp Fluss-Stahl barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. This is a highly embellished double gun showing the finest of turn of the century German engraving. The barrels show finely scroll engraved wedges at breech and feature a dollshead rib extension. The action and locks show wonderful relief floral scroll with "J.J. REEB BONN" in riband at front of lock. There are two paneled gamescenes on either side of action, oddly the hammers cover a bit of one panel scene when in the resting position, it is fully exposed when the shotgun is cocked. The left lock shows a beautifully executed sitting dog to rear of hammer and grouse in round panel to front of hammer. The right lock shows a wonderfully engraved setter on point in panel to rear of hammer and a woodcock in round panel to front. The top of the action between the hammers is engraved with a wonderful relief monogram featuring a crown over "OW" with a smaller "v" within the monogram, likely the mark of a German noble. The barrels retain 90% original blue with some scattered specks of light surface oxidation present mostly toward muzzle and heavier on the right tube. The action and locks show a good deal of lovely faded original color case hardened finish blending with a smooth gray patina. All of the engraving is crisp and colors are more vivid in protected areas. The finely checkered round knob pistolgrip buttstock and splinter forend are of beautifully figured European walnut. The stocks rate excellent as very nicely refinished and with strong checkering. The stock is equipped with an engraved toe and heel plates which shows a lovely smooth case hardened patina and shows spear shaped drop points to rear of locks. The stock shows a 13 3/4" length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 1/2”. The minimum wall thickness of the right tube is .024” with most areas measuring .030” or above while the left tube shows a minimum of .022” with most areas measuring .025” or slightly above. Included is a leather carry case with broken latch strap and three-piece cleaning rod. A handsome underlever from a quality maker that remains in a fine state of condition. (10C11853-4) {C&R} [Robert Elliott Estate Collection]
(2000/4000)
choked improved modified and modified with light pitting throughout having more moderate spots near the breech. This is a very handsome shotgun with fabulous relief gamescene engraving and while being lightweight, is robustly built featuring double locking underlugs, a Greener crossbolt through rib extension and sideclips. The barrels retain about 75% evenly thinning original blue which is blending with a smooth brown patina with some scattered patches fine oxidation staining. There is a small ding in the rear edge of the rib extension, this is minor and cosmetic only in nature. The action and locks are engraved in nice tight German scroll with wonderful deep relief game scenes. The right lock features a crouched fox stalking prey and a trio of ducks in a marshy scene to rear of hammer. The left lock shows a setter on point and two grouse feeding in a grassy scene. The hammers are beautifully formed and engraved in tight scroll. The top of the action and top lever show an unusual geometric pattern with finely shaded background. The action and locks retain a pleasing mix of faded original color case hardened finish and smooth gray patina, the color being more vivid in the protected areas around the hammers. The horn triggerguard rates excellent with an beautifully inlaid shield pattern monogram plate with engraved in relief with the initials “KS”. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock rates very good plus as nicely refinished with a tight crack starting rearward from each lock and has a left-side raised cheekpiece. The checkered horn buttplate rates excellent providing a 14” length of pull with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 3/4” and it weighs in at just under 6 lbs. The forend has been neatly shortened at its tip and is not noticeable at first glance. The shotgun is equipped with sling swivels and comes in an unmarked hardwood case with sectional compartments and lined with green felt. A very handsome German smallbore double hammergun from this talented maker. (1011853-3) {C&R} [Robert Elliott Estate Collection] (1500/2500)
except for a subtle ring near muzzle. Ringed bores in these muzzleloading rifles are somewhat common and caused from the shooter forgetting to fully seat the bullet after starting it. The barrel shows factory Winchester marking along with "RIFLED BY H.M. POPE. HARTFORD, CONN" and shows Pope No. 170 on bottom flat beneath the main spring. This rifle shipped in July of 1899 and aside from the barrel the rifle remains in its original configuration. The lower left tang shows assembly code "5458 XXX" with this same number appearing in end grain of buttstock and on inside toe of the Helm buttplate. The rifle originally left the factory with a 25-20 octagon No. 3 weight barrel. The balance is all original with Schuetzen double set triggers, checkered pistolgrip stock with Dutch cheekpiece and Helm buttplate, palm rest and with case hardened action. The forend matches beautifully and was neatly opened up slightly to accommodate the No. 4 weight barrel presently on the rifle. The condition of the rifle is excellent with the barrel retaining 95% plus original blue finish. The action shows 95% of original color case hardened finish with some light lacquer added likely helping to preserve the brilliance of the color. The previously mentioned Schuetzen stock rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining with light handling marks and a couple checks which remain quite tight. The checkering remains strong and crisp and the stocks have a wonderful rich color. The Helm buttplate has been polished to a bright, in-the-white appearance. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, rear seat filled with blank and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is in place. The rifle is additionally equipped with a Winchester A-5 scope mounted on target blocks, the blocks obscure part of the factory address and caliber marking, the Pope marking is unaffected. The adjustable double set triggers function properly and the scope optics are slightly cloudy with intact crosshair reticle. The rifle retains its original false muzzle and loading rod, both of which are numbered "170". The rifle comes with a shooting kit housed in an oak box, the tools include: Pope duplex powder measure, Pope grease pump, unmarked brass starter, Pope
bullet mould, re-decapper and some empty cases, primers, etc. This rifle is discussed but not illustrated in the Hartford Pope books, the configuration matches that described in the book and it was owned by Gary Quinlan in 1993. A very handsome and very fine Winchester Pope Schuetzen rifle. (1E11511-16) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (8,000/12,000)
serial #29983, 32-40, 30" Stevens-Pope barrel #1198 showing an excellent bore and retaining its original false muzzle which is properly numbered along with the rosewood loading rod. This rifle was not only barreled by Stevens, it was also stocked by them. The rifle was likely scoped by Stevens and there is an added barrel set screw in the bottom of the action as typically seen on Stevens rifles. This screw partially obscures the second, third and partially the fourth digit in the serial number, however the stock shank shows the full number. The action is probably from a Ballard No. 6 and features lovely factory relief floral scroll engraving with round panel scenes depicting a running buck on left and a standing doe on right. The scroll is bordered in Marlin's familiar repetitive heart shaped pattern and the rifle features its original adjustable double set triggers which function flawlessly. The ball and spur lever with checkered panels is what would have been standard equipment on No. 6 from Marlin. The condition of the rifle is excellent with the barrel retaining 95% original blue with most loss due to high edge wear. The barrel has three sets of milled Pope scope cuts (six total) and two pair of scope block holes which presently hold filler screws and only obscure a small part of the end of the barrel address. The action is fitted with an adjustable finger rest on its right side, Charles Rowland was one of the famous shooters to use these rests which is probably why this rifle was once believed to have been a former Rowland gun. The action shows a good deal of mellow faded original color case hardened finish and has a wonderful appearance. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of very highly figured American black walnut and are distinctly Stevens in form. The pistolgrip has a nice curved profile with finely checkered panel on the base. The forend has Stevens' typical schnabel tip and is fitted with a Stevens Pope palm rest which is factory mounted in an open field within the checkering. The condition of the stocks is excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with strong clean checkering. The rifle is sighted with a windgauge front with spirit level, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a mid-range Vernier tang mounted peepsight is present. The rifle is additionally sighted with a Stevens No. 473 telescopic sight mounted in the Pope milled grooves in barrel. The optics are slightly cloudy with the crosshair reticle remaining fully intact. The rifle comes with a leather shooting kit which includes a Pope duplex powder measure, Pope mould, brass starter, Pope grease pump, re-decapper, breech seater, a DuPont Schuetzen Smokeless powder can, some cast bullet and cartridge cases. Also included in an undated letter to previous owner John Deeks from Jim Cash. In the letter Cash tells Deeks that he purchased the rifle in 1966 from Richard Wolfson who had purchased it from Norm Flayderman and that it was once in the Hess gun collection. The rifle is illustrated and discussed in volume III of the Stevens Pope books where Rowe describes the rifle as "an exceptional rifle in spectacular condition" and as formerly being part of the Scheller collection. These full Stevens conversions are very interesting, they are like a marriage between two of the most popular single shot rifles ever produced officiated by Harry Pope. (1E11511-1) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (15,000/25,000)
ga, 26” barrels choked WS-1 and WS-2 with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this 1935-manufactured shotgun retain 9798% older factory quality reapplied blue with the barrels toning more of a plumb patina under bright light with a few scattered light handling marks. The barrel and frame markings are crisp and it is sighted with a small brass mid bead and white Bradley bead front. The deluxe checkered walnut stock and beavertail forend rate very good plus with light handling marks, an engraved monogram plate with the initials “CLWJ” in the toe line, showing handsome swirling grain figure and retaining crisp points on the checkering. Length of pull from the ventilated recoil pad is 14” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/4”. The safety has been pinned and the shotgun features a single selective trigger and ejec tors. A very fine Skeet gun for the Winchester enthusiast. (10C11951-17) {C&R} (2000/4000)
idation speckles and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains about 75% original blue fading to gray-brown patina under bright light with some scattered light oxidation staining and a small area of old oxidation on the right side a few inches behind the muzzle. The action retains about 80% original strong case-hardened colors that show vibrant wisps throughout, areas ton ing to smoky gray patina and some old surface oxidation. The hammer and breechblock retain a healthy amount of original bright blue flaking to gray-brown patina and the barrel shows strong Remington Arms Co. address. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schna bel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very good plus condition retaining most of their original finish and showing a few very thin minor drying cracks forming at the upper tang, thin abrasion along the toe line and other scattered light dings. The checkering remains strong and stock fit is very nice overall. The rifle is sighted with standa rear sight and a German silver blade front sight that shows a few old dings. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very good somewhat later production smallbore Hepburn rifle. (13B11511-7) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection]
stamp and retains about 97% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks. The action has been polished bright showing a little mild oxidation staining and the lever has been modified and now terminates to a checkered cylindrical knob. The original Marlin markings along the left side are unmolested and very strong and the breechblock shows quality refurbished blue. The rifle is equipped with a vacant case-hardened tang sight base and fitted with a pair of target blocks that hold a Unertl ring rear and Fecker ring front and a Fecker scope serial #5125 that is perhaps six power or so and retains about 90% original blue showing an area of light pitting along the middle ring and perhaps more moderate pitting along the edge of the ocular. A set of aluminum lens covers is included and the scope features crosshair reticle and good optics that are somewhat discolored. The replacement walnut stocks consist of a long beavertail forend with accessory rail on bottom and pistolgrip buttstock with generous semi-rollover left-side cheekpiece. The stocks rates very good plus with some scattered light dings and a few thin grain cracks exhibiting fine feathercrotch grain figure along the sides of the buttstock. The grooved White Line rubber buttpad has hardened from the years and shows some light flaking. There is a vacant front sight base and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine custom
Ballard by Art Hubalek of New York. (13B11511-12) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (1000/1500)
2025
(1800/2200)
308. CUSTOM MARLIN BALLARD TARGET RIFLE BY HUBALEK
serial #28854, 38-55, 30” heavy part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 97% of a fine quality older reapplied plum-brown finish showing a few minor pinprick pits nearer the muzzle, the face of the muzzle itself polished and a semi-target crown cut. The action shows evidence of a light cleaning now mostly toned to a silvery pewter patina with a few sparse remnants of pinprick pits and mild staining. The action retains fine flowing foliate scrollwork with background matting and small heart borders. The right side shows small buck game scene and the left a doe. The breechblock and hammer retain a healthy amount of original vibrant case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut buttstock with left-side cheekpiece and schnabel forend with horn tip remain in very good plus condition retaining a healthy amount of original finish with some scattered light dings and a couple of small cracks where the stock meets the frame. The forend shows a bit more wear with a repaired sliver along the right edge, small repair at rear base and a series of small holes along the underside, perhaps where some sort of period palm rest hardware was once affixed though they seem a bit small for such a purpose. The stock features small leftside cheekpiece and the wood exhibits some areas of nice subtle grain figure. The heavy Swiss buttplate shows restored bright nickel finish and a small gap at the toe. All of the serialized parts are matching and the rifle is sighted with a midrange Vernier-style tang sight with medium aperture disc and windgauge target globe front with aperture insert. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. (13C11511-11) {ANTIQUE} [Dr.
(3000/5000)
310. RARE SHARPS MODEL 1849 "NIPPES" PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE
the highest known serial number recorded and is the only known example with a part round, part octagon barrel. There are no other Model 1849 rifles with part octagon barrels but there is an experimental 1850 carbine with one, so it is not completely unheard of. The top flat of the octagonal section between breech and rear sight is marked "MANUFACTURED / BY / A.S. NIPPES / PHILADA. PA", the marking being slightly light but fully legible. The removable brass priming wheel is no longer present, but the balance of the mechanism is and appears to function properly. The top of the chamber is marked with "Sharps / Patent / 1848" marking which is only partially visible and shows several impact marks. A previous auction description mentions the tang being repairedit is so well done and difficult to see both on the exterior and interior that it barely warrants mention. The barrel shows handsome da mascus pattern its entire length and retains a good deal of old re stored brown finish which is showing wear and has a very nice appearance. The action and lock show a rich brown patina overall and for the most part the iron surfaces of the rifle are free of pitting. The brass components look to have been cleaned at some point over the years and are reacquiring a mellow patina, perhaps being helped along a bit. The buttstock is period but likely a replacement and it rates very good as lightly refinished but still showing some raised grain. This is a respect able example of these very scarce first Sharps breechloaders. They are coveted by Sharps collectors and are difficult to find in any condition. This one has a pleasing appearance and will fill that hole that many Sharps collections have. (1E11874-44) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (5,000/10,000)
Robert Davis Collection]
311. RARE SHARPS MODEL 1850 RIFLE
.54 caliber, 30 3/4" smoothbore octagon barrel with a very good bore. This rifle is not serialized but shows a number "1" or "7" on the bottom of the barrel and an "N" and "2" on the back of the breechblock. The tape primer door is marked "MAYNARD'S / PATENT / 1845" and the top of the frame is marked "SHARP'S / PATENT / 1848". This rifle remains in very nice condition and is one of only an estimated 150 ever produced. The barrel shows a lovely undisturbed even brown patina with some scattered very fine pinprick pitting. The action and distinctive, long curved back action lock show a lovely smooth gray-brown patina blended with faded original color case hardening. All markings in metal remain clear and legible. The walnut stocks rate very good a little scattered crazing in the surface of what is likely some added light finish. The stock surfaces show the expected light scratches and handling marks from the years. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver post front and handsome original rear barrel sight with front finial terminating in an arrow motif. The round patch box and steel rifle buttplate show a pleasing brown patina. What looks to be the original hickory cleaning rod is present underbarrel. Mr. Gaines notes state that this rifle descended through the Wetmore family of Westport from whom he purchased the rifle in 1986. This is a very nice example of these scarce, early and interesting Sharps rifles. (1E11874-45) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (10,000/15,000)
312. EXTREMELY EARLY & FINE TWO DIGIT U.S. MODEL 1892 KRAG BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #25, 30-40 Krag, 30” barrel with a bright excellent bore perhaps showing a hint of subtle frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This is a wonderful Type I Model 1892 rifle in extremely rare original configuration as most of this model were updated to 1896 specifications between 1896-1902. The barrel retains perhaps 92% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks and areas toning to a pleasant medium gray-brown patina under bright light. The barrel bands and triggerguard retain about 70% original bright blue flaking under bright light to a mild gray-brown patina. The action and rear bolt parts retain about 85% fine medium gray oil-quenched casehardening showing just a little old oxidation staining and gray-brown speckling that is relatively minor. The bolt body remains mostly bright and the extractor retains about 95% original dark gray-blue oil-quenched case-hardening. The receiver shows strong markings and is properly dated
1894 along with “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD ARMORY” and the desirable serial number “25”. The inside of the loading gate is also marked in Roman numerals “XXV” matching the frame and the rifle retains its desirable early brass-tipped cleaning rod in excellent condition. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine to near excellent condition retaining most of their original oil finish having darkened somewhat from the years and showing scattered light dings and handling marks, a very small crack also forming behind the sideplate that otherwise would not be worth the mention. The finger grooves and stock edges are excellent and the left retains a crisp “SWP / 1894” cartouche. The original sights including the proper 1892 rear are intact and the action is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. The correct early features of this rifle include: a flat muzzle, solid upper band, brass-tipped cleaning rod (only about 300 produced), bolt body without lightening cut, bolt without hold-open pin, receiver without notch for hold-open pin, buttstock with straight toe and no compartment in butt, straight buttplate without trap and handguard that does not cover receiver ring. This wonderful rare rifle would be a lovely addition to any advanced martial collection. (13C11730-1390) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (10,000/15,000)
quite crisp rifling throughout. The barrels are a mix of dark gray and rich plum-brown patina showing some scattered light dings and a bit of old oxidation staining. The top barrel retains strong maker markings with Painted Post address and the lockplate is also maker marked and a similar patina as the barrels. The nipples and perhaps the triggerguard are more modern replacements and the front sight and small ramrod retainers at the muzzles have been lost to the years. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition having darkened a bit from the years and showing some scattered old dings and a thin drying crack along the comb line. Stock fit remains quite nice and the wood exhibits some attractive subtle grain figure along the sides of the butt. Stock features a nice German silver pendulum patchbox (the underside of
314. NEW ORLEANS FULLSTOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY LOUIS GERTEIS WITH ATTRACTIVE DOLPHIN MOTIFS
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 howeve 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 18551879. (13C11804-19) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (2000/4000)
by Swinney. The book notes that the rifle and its nearly identical companion on page 319 appear to be unmarked but both are attributed to Eli E. Caswell of the prolific Caswell gunmaking family. At the time of publication this rifle was noted as part of the Dan Schlegel Collection. In any event the rifle is of wonderful construction and very fine condition, the barrel and telescopic sight body retaining about 95% original plum-brown finish showing a few tiny sparse oxidation speckles and subtle edge wear. There are pairs of vacant drilled and tapped holes on the top barrel flat about 11” and 2” ahead of the breech. The sight is maker marked by James & Ferriss of Utica and features crosshair reticle and quite good optics con sidering its edge being just a bit dirty or discolored with objects still plainly discernible at distance; it appears to be 10 power or so and its left rear mounting screw is missing but this is relatively unobtrusive. The lock is a period commercial offering by Warren & Steele of Albany as is often found on fine quality New York guns and is mostly a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina showing nice foliate embellishments in full coverage. The dolphin hammer shows an older reapplied dark blue and a few small repairs and the drum nipple bolster shows a nice concentric pattern. The barrel is equipped with an under-rib and pair of ramrod thimbles, the remaining hardware consisting of pewter nosecap, distinctive German silver triggerguard, crescent buttplate with toe plate and the sides of the stock with decorative buck inlay on left side and rectangle on right. The rectangular wedge escutcheons are of silver as are the pierced lock screw escutcheon and rectangular plate on left flat and they have taken on an attractive dark gray tarnish. The walnut stock re mains in near excellent condition showing perhaps a little bit of antique added finish along with a few scattered old dings and a couple very minor small drying checks. The wood retains nice grain throughout and lovely edges, some subtle grain figure and both sides of the buttstock with shallow squared-off cheekpieces. The lock is single-acting and seems to function well mechanically and a brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present along with proper false muzzle and starter. An excellent quality New York heavy target rifle. (13D11831-2) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #40, 30 RF, 2 13/16" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel rib of this 1875 production revolver shows the one-line E. Remington & Sons address and the revolver is equipped with its early revolving recoil shield. The revolver shows handsome factory relief flowing scroll engraving
dots its entire length. The revolver remains in fabulous condition retaining 98% bright original nickel plated finish overall. The hammer shows strong original color case hardened finish. The two-piece mother-of-pearl grips rate ex cellent showing proper age, retaining strong iridescence and remaining in excellent condition with no chips. An extremely fine factory embellished example of the rare first variation Smoot for the Remington collector. (1B11886-12) {ANTIQUE}
1 REVOLVER
serial #1481, 30 RF, 2 13/16" barrel with a near very good bore showing a few small patches of light pitting. The frame and barrel of this revolver show period etched decoration showing flowing scroll and a stylized eagle on left side. The cylinder shows engraving between the flutes and the barrel shows the one-line E. Remington & Sons address. The metal surfaces of the revolver retain 95% finish which has taken on a rich blue
neath. The cylinder tarnish is not quite as rich as the balance, likely because by its nature it comes into contact more often with other surfaces. The revolver wears a pair of period mother-of-pearl grips which show proper age and still show some irides cence. They are in excellent condition with one tiny chip on the top of the right grip. A very handsome Smoot with rare etched embellishments. (1B11886-3) {ANTIQUE} (120
318. HANDSOME CASED AND NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER
serial #48410, 32 RF, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver features the fabulous unmistakable flowing foliate scrollwork of L.D. Nimschke for about 85% coverage, the engraving clean and finely detailed with punch-dot background shading and fine tendrils extending from the edges of the scroll on the sides of the barrel and cylinder flats. The revolver remains in very nice condition, the right side having suffered a bit from some storage issues in the past as the blue has mostly flaked to a gray-brown patina showing some areas of old mild oxidation. The gripstraps and about half of the cylinder are similar though the left side of the frame and barrel are clean retaining nice original bright blue throughout. The ejector rod is a pleasant smoky gray patina with some subtle wisps of case-hardened colors lurking about while the hammer retains nice vibrant colors throughout. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition with lightly flaking original varnish and a small crack at the base of the left panel. The right
panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and the other parts are matching by assembly number. The chambers and bore retain most of their original blue and the arm appears to have very little actual use. The included correct mahogany case remains in about very fine condition with strong original finish and some light handling marks, there is a synthetic filler repair around one of the hinges and the base shows a moderate drying crack. The interior is lined in red baize showing mild wear and the case contains a few loose copper-cased cartridges and what appears to be a full box of Union Metallic Cartridge Co. 32 Short cartridges in plaid paper-covered box with orange label that remains in fine condition. A very fine Second Issue with beautiful scrollwork. (13B10826375) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/4000)
319. RARE EARLY SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 CARTRIDGE BOX
This is a very handsome and desirable box of No. 2 (32-100 RF) cartridges featuring the metallic blue lid label and gold embossed lettering and image of the Smith & Wesson No. 1 revolver. The label is almost entirely intact showing some thin crackling and wrinkling from the years while the gold embossing shows some moderate fading from the years, the larger illustrated areas mostly strong with the smaller lettering somewhat difficult to discern. The label shows single 1860 patent date and the box itself is marbled brown and white paper-covered with no side tape present showing a little mild flaking and edge wear. This box appears to be empty and likely has a neatly fitted block inside, it has been carefully wrapped with collector’s clear plastic wrap. A wonderful find for the advanced collector. (13B10826-791-2) [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (3000/5000)
320. BEAUTIFUL RICHARD BATES INSHAW ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 FIRST ISSUE REVOLVER WITH STAND OF FLAGS GUTTA PERCHA CASE
serial #8908, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with an oxidized bore. This wonderful sixth type revolver is pictured on page 21 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly and identified to Richard Bates Inshaw, who was the first engraver to work for Smith & Wesson starting in 1858 as an outside contractor. He also worked for the Ames Sword Company and charged $2.00 for the grade of work on this revolver. This revolver was also part of Smith & Wesson’s travelling exhibition “Artistry in Arms which toured from 1991-1995 and is pictured on page 58 of the Artistry in Arms catalog by Roy Jinks. The barrel retains perhaps 80% original bright blue that shows some scattered very fine oxidation speckling and flaking to a pleasant graybrown patina under bright light. The cylinder and ejector rod retain about 85% original bright blue while the frame retains essentially all of its original silver finish showing a few light handling marks and a very attractive even tarnish overall. Th hammer spur retains about 90% original bright blue while the hammer body shows good smoky case-hardened colors. The barrel address and all embellishments remain crisp and lovely featuring wide flowing foliate scrollwork throughout, fine punchdot shading and some simple line borders. As is typical of Inshaw, the cylinder is left un-engraved aside from a simple line along the front edge. The revolver wears a set of nice smooth antique ivory grips that rate excellent showing a pleasant mild patina, both faintly pencil-numbered matching the frame along their interiors. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid. The included black gutta percha stand of flags case remains in very fine condition showing some light dings along the edges and the base with a couple of repaired cracks and some repaired chips along the corners. The motifs along the lid remains crisp with a little sharp edge wear and the embossed purple velvet lid lining and maroon base lining are very fine. The small spacer nub at the corner of the cartridge block has chipped which is a very common occurrence. This is a wonderful published No. 1 First Issue revolver, cleanly and beau tifully executed. (13D11730-1197) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
serial #10678, 44 S&W Russian, 8" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This commercial model Russian revolver remains in very fine condition. The revolver is equipped with a lanyard loop and the stanL". The metal surfaces of the revolver 93-95% bright original blue finish overall with loss due to light thinning on the sides of the barrel where under bright light the blue is blending to brown. There are some light surface abrasions and light wear to edges of the screw holes, while this sometimes is a major issue, it is quite minor on this fine revolver. The hammer and triggerguard show a good deal of original color
case hardening which is fad ing slightly and blending to a pleasing gray case-hardened patina. The revolver shows matching assembly numbers on cylinder, barrel and bar rel latch. The revolver is equipped with a wonderful pair of period ivory grips which fit beautifully and show a pleasing yellow color that comes with age. The revolver is sighted with a set of non-factory, but very nicely executed target sights. This is a very handsome and high condition First Model Russian revolver. (1B11874-67) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection]
322. RUSSIAN CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 THIRD MODEL REVOLVER
serial #10668, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and cylinder retain about 40% original bright blue in the protected areas with the balance flaking and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina and one cylinder flat showing a small area of old light pitting. The frame retains about 85% original bright blue with light flaking and edge wear. The revolver appears to have seen very little actual use as the bore and chambers all retain most of their original bright blue. The spur triggerguard shows wisps of case-hardened colors drifting to smoky gray while the hammer retains generous vibrant colors and the remaining small parts show fine dark gray oil-quenched case-hardened colors. All markings are intact and strong showing single line Smith & Wesson address in Russian and Russian imperial eagle over “KO” inspector mark atop the barrel and boxed 1874 date at the rear left corner
very fine condition show ing some scattered light dings mostly along the right panel. The right panel and other numbered parts are matching the frame, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp, the gun appearing to have seen very little actual use as the chambers and bore retain almost all of their blue. This is a nice Third Model Russian revolver for the antique arms collector. (13C11730-281) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #19802, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish showing scattered small areas of mild flaking overall that are toning to a mild gray-brown patina blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel, thin scratches and two moderate but small dings on the left side barrel nearer the muzzle. The triggerguard and non-re bounding hammer show generous smoky case-hardening, the right side of the hammer with particularly vibrant colors. All markings remain crisp and clear, the barrel rib with two line address, patent dates and reissue callout. The arm is stamped with period London proof marks and the backstrap neatly engraved by the retailer “E.M. STREET. LONDON.” and the heel of the butt is also neatly engraved with a large “1”. The black
checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few scattered light dings and toning to a deep brown patina. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and their fit remains very nice. The latch is un-numbered, the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame and the action seems to function well mechani cally. The revolver is sighted with factory target rear sight fitted with square notch blade rear sight with small silver triangle set beneath the notch (a popular feature on British target arms) and a period replacement slight undercut Patridge blade front. The No. 3 was a popular choice at Bisley matches and this is a very handsome and interesting example with its additional re tailer markings. (13C10826-324) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2500/3500)
324. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 FRONTIER REVOLVER
serial #653, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" barrel with a near excellent bore that is bright but shows one small area of light oxidation. These frontier revolvers were chambered for the 44-40 cartridge but 786 of them were converted to 44 S&W Russian for export to Japan. This revolver is equipped with target sights and is indeed chambered for 44 S&W Russian and is listed in factory records as a Frontier model. The shipments to Japan were in 1895 and 1896, this revolver however, shipped to Montgomery Ward in Chicago on August 3, 1898. A check of the guns shipped to Japan published in Neal
Jinks shows that this revolver was not in those shipments. The condition of the revolver is excellent with the metal surfaces retaining 97% plus orig inal nickel plated finish which remains quite bright showing just some very light minor flaking seemingly to the surface of the finish only. The hammer and triggerguard show nearly all their lightly faded original color case hardening. The two-piece checkered hard rubber grips rate very good plus showing just light even wear. A very fine example of these factory converted New Model Frontier revolvers. Factory letter in cluded. (1B10826-495) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (5000/7000)
325. EXTREMELY RARE & DOCUMENTED U.S. NAVY MODEL 1895 WINCHESTER-LEE RIFLE RECOVERED FROM THE USS MAINE
serial #7131, 6mm Lee Navy, 28” barrel with a mostly bright bore showing strong rifling and a moderate bulge at the muzzle. This extremely desirable and historically significant rifle is listed by serial number on the U.S. Navy’s list to Francis Bannerman as one of the rifles recovered from the USS Maine after its sinking in February 1898 which brought about the SpanishAmerican War and the famous rallying cry “Remember the Maine! To Hell with Spain!” The rifle is also properly listed by serial number in Springfield Research. A total of 56 Model 1895 rifles were recovered from the wreck, two being sent to the Smithsonian and the remaining 54 sold to Bannerman who in turn sold them to the public for $40.00 each. The rifles are also listed and discussed in “The Winchester Book” by Madis and the “Winchester-Lee” by Myszkowski. Considering it was salvaged from the wrecked battleship, the rifle is in surprisingly good condition, the barrel with generous faded blue mixing with some mild gray-brown patina and areas of light pitting. The remaining metal surfaces are a mix of deep blue-gray and gunmetal patina with some old oxidation and light pitting to be expected. The receiver markings remain mostly intact and strong, the shank showing proper “U.S.N. / (Anchor) / No. 7131 / N.C.T.”. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard remain in very good condition as lightly cleaned and showing some older added varnish with scattered light dings and a 3 1/2” crack back from the upper tang. The proper swivels and sights are intact, the gas shield affixed to the back of the bolt has been lost to the years but the action otherwise seems to function nor mally. Also included with this rifle is a period souvenir silver-plated brass teaspoon made from metal recovered from the wreck of the ship, nicely marked and with a little vignette of the battleship itself. Only a handful of these recovered arms have been accounted for and offered at auction, we sold this rifle at auction in 2014 to Peter so this is a fine opportunity for the advanced martial collector to have another shot at such a fine and his torically significant artifact. The rifle also includes scans of the various relevant Bannerman documents and a photocopy of a 1999-dated Springfield Research Serv ice letter confirming the details of the gun. (13E11730-1559) {ANTIQUE} [Peter De Rose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
serial #A5384, 30-06, 22” 41-dated barrel with very good bore with some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting in the grooves. This attractive rifle retains about 95% original Parkerized finish that is taking on a slightly brown tone under bright light and showing a little scattered fine oxidation speckling, the magazine body retaining about 90% arsenal blue with moderate wear toning to a dark gray-brown patina. The bolt body is mostly bright, 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 with lovely raised grain retaining most of their original oil finish and showing just a few light handling marks. The rifle is equipped with the expected meter rear sight and all proper hardware is intact with functional bolt hold-open. As is correct, the barrel and bolt show different assembly numbers, 1467J and A8928, respectively. This Johnson rifle remains an excellent example for the advanced martial collector. (31C11858-1) {C&R} (4000/6000)
327. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894
LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #271767, 38-55, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this lovely rifle retain 9596% original blue, showing light handling and high edge wear with scattered light oxidation staining on the magazine and the nosecap retaining scattered finish and toning to brown. The receiver retains perhaps 90% of its rich original blue, appearing stronger in ambient light, with areas of loss toning lightly to gunmetal, showing a bit of fine oxidation staining and light slot wear on the action screws. The hammer and lever show handsome case-hardened colors and the loading gate retains generous fire blue. The smooth walnut stocks rate very good showing scattered dings and handling marks with some dark, softened impressions along the belly, with the crescent buttplate toning to gunmetal and wood-tometal fit remaining excellent. It is sighted with a Lyman No. 5 Combination front with ivory bead intact, semi-buckhorn sporting rear, and second variation Lyman No. 1 tang sight. Manufactured in 1905, this remains an excellent and high-condition 1894 for the Winchester collector. (26B11871-3) {C&R} (1800/2200)
328. FABULOUS U.S. THIRD TYPE MODEL 1875 OFFICER’S TRAPDOOR RIFLE
crisp rifling. The barrel of this lovely 1885-made rifle retains about 94% original blue with most of the loss due to a few small areas of lightly cleaned oxidation staining back from the thimble which has left some very fine pinprick pits that are relatively minor. The barrel band shows generous bright blue with some scattered flaking while the receiver is in excellent condition retaining about 97-98% original blue showing a little sparse freckling. The lockplate and breechblock retain about 90-92% fine vibrant case-hardened colors with some areas drifting to a nice smoky case-hardened patina and some loss due to minor gray-brown speckling. The tang sight and buttplate also
The checkering remains strong and the stock retains a crisp circled “P” firing proof along the toe line and correct “SWP / 1885” inspectors cartouche on the left side. The proper sights and brass-tipped ramrod are intact and the two-position lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The Third Type was the last batch of special officer’s model rifles made by Springfield Armory, with only 100 of this variant produced. This is a wonderful example of these very handsome Trapdoor rifles for the advanced martial collector. (13F117301343) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (20,000/30,000)
mascus barrel remains excellent, showing very light scattered oxidation staining and remaining brilliant. The action has been lightly cleaned and shows scattered pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining with the magazine tube showing thinning blue and operational silvering and toning to plum with the action retaining handsome remnants of original finish in the protected areas. The smooth walnut butt stock and checkered forend rate very good, showing light dings and handling marks with some darkening from age and displaying handsome tiger-stripe grain figure and the checkered hard rubber buttplate with Burgess logo rates very good showing a 1” check running left from the center. The checkered hard rubber pistolgrip has toned to an even brown, showing a softened concave chip at the top left with the checkering softening ever so slightly. The barrel assembly is correctly numbered to the gun, takedown and follower function remain robust with minor play in barrel-to-frame fit, all markings remain crisp, and the action appears to function well mechanically. An honest example of these innovative shotguns. (26B11666-3) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1000/1500)
nning
lightly and showing light handling and high edge wear with the nose cap showing faint oxidation staining, scarcely visible in ambient light. The receiver shows a mix of handsome brown patina and perhaps 80% fine original blue, with areas of cleaned oxidation along the left flank with
of handsome case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut stocks rate very good plus with scattered light handling wear and excellent wood-to-metal fit, with 24 old notches cut into the crest of the comb, a rather charming imperfection. It is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and German silver blade front and the tang is sighted with a Marble tang sight on a proper “W2”-marked base which remains excellent. This is an excellent, handsome, and high condition rifle. (26B11871-2) {C&R} (1800/2200)
331. CASED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 2B PEPPERBOX
serial #3007, 30 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with moderately oxidized bores showing evident rifling. The barrels retain about 85% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light with some flaking and mild oxidation speckling. The frame retains about 94% original silver finish with some light edge wear to ocher brass and the silver taking on a pleasant mild tarnish, the left side with crisp maker and patent markings. The small parts have mostly toned to a deep gray patina, the hammer body retaining some wisps of smoky case-hardening, and the black gutta percha grips with foliate patterns rate very fine with a bit of edge wear along the right panel. Barrel lock-up is solid and the action seems to function
well mechanically. The included original case features fancy burl lid veneer and remains in very fine condition showing a few thin drying cracks, slight warping along the front edge of the lid and some old repairs along the corner joining. There is a brass shield monogram plate atop the lid and the interior is lined in blue baize that shows a few minor tears and scuffs, otherwise rating very fine. The correct compartment lids are intact and there is a small information card taped to the lid lining. A very fine cased plain grade Tipping & Lawden. (13B11134-8) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
332. ATTRACTIVE CASED & ENGRAVED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 2B PEPPERBOX
serial #1441, 30 RF, 3” four-barrel cluster with bright near excellent bores showing a little mild frosting and crisp rifling throughout. The barrels of this lovely pistol retains about 92% original bright blue showing a little mild flaking to gray patina under bright light while the frame retains about 95% silver finish showing a little mild edge wear and mostly bright areas mixing with streaks of darker attractive tarnishing. The latch and small hammer parts retain fine fire blue while the hammer body shows vibrant case-hardened colors. The pistol shows lovely factory engraving in near full coverage with nice flowing foliate scrollwork, fine line background shading and punchdot thumb prints along the sides of the barrels flanked by scroll. The black gutta-percha grips with foliate patterns rate excellent showing a few minor handling marks. The barrels lock-up nicely and the action is crisp. The included original case features fancy burl lid veneer and remains in very fine condition showing a noticeable grain crack along the lid, slight disjointing of one base corner and minor warping along one corner of the lid. There is a silver shield monogram plate atop the lid and the interior is lined in blue baize that shows mild wear, the small compartment cover is a replacement piece of oak and there is a selection of antique cartridges and small information card taped to the lid lining.
An excellent engraved Tipping & Lawden. (13B11134-4) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
333. CASED & ENGRAVED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL 1A PEPPERBOX PISTOL RETAILED BY E.M. REILLY & CO.
serial #1956, 22 RF, 2 1/2” four-barrel cluster with oxidized bores. The barrels are a relatively even mix of original bright blue and deep gray-brown patina neatly inscribed along the top with “E.M. REILLY & Co. LONDON” retailer marking. The frame is mostly a pleasant medium goldenrod patina retaining a few hints of gold wash while the hammer body shows remnants of smoky case-hardening and the back spring retains nice fire blue. The arm is embellished with lovely factory engraving in near full coverage with nice flowing foliate scrollwork, fine line background shading and punch-dot thumb prints along the sides of the barrels flanked by scroll. There is an additional inventory number stamped along the frame behind the trigger “42410” and the black gutta-percha grips with foliate patterns rate very good plus to very fine showing some light flaking along the edges and evident warping. The barrels lock-up rather loosely and the hammer otherwise seems to function normally. The included case features fancy burl lid veneer and rates very good with an evident warp along the front edge of the lid and scattered handling marks, the brass monogram shield un-engraved. The interior shows a bit more wear as much of the partitioning along the left side has become loosened, the edge along the left border and its sliding compartment cover are missing. The blue baize lining is otherwise mostly intact and a pewter oiler is present. The case is for a larger frame gun, probably a Model 2, but the lid retains a very fine E.M. Reilly & Co. retailer label appropriate for the gun’s retailer marking. No doubt an experienced restorer can bring the interior of the case back to its former glory. A nice engraved Model 1A. (13B11134-5) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
334. RARE INSCRIBED
TIPPING
& LAWDEN TREASURE CHEST CASE
This original case remains in fine condition, its brass shield-shaped monogram plate and riband atop the lid neatly inscribed with “H.H. BAR DSWELL / FROM HIS / AFFECTIONATE / UNCLE & AU NT” and in the riband “DECEMBER 24, 1863”. The exterior exotic hardwood veneer shows a very old added varnish and some thin drying cracks and warping along the lid, the base with an old green felt covering. The brass reinforcement bands with faceted iron brads are intact and in very fine condition while the interior is lined in blue velvet that rates near excellent. The interior hinge and lock hardware is gold-washed and embellished with light foliate motifs and the interior is complete with sliding cover for compartment, silverplated oiler, fine rosewood-handled turn screw and iron cleaning jag. A fine and very desirable Tipping & Lawden deluxe treasure chest case. (13B11134-28-1) (1200/1800)
before finally being sold to Skiff’s, Inc. of Springfield, Massachusetts in 1926. Skiff’s then sold it to a Mr. J.C. Harvey of Worcester for $60 along with six other fancy guns. Oscar Young engraved nine guns in various styles for the Pan-American Expo. The embellishments on this revolver are very unusual but very lovely and delicate featuring finely detailed lifelike floral motifs with lilies, little daisies, small sprigs with berries and borderline engraving accented by small flourishes of foliate scrollwork. The metal surfaces retain about 97% original gold finish showing a few tiny flakes and very thin minor scratches scattered about, most of the loss along the hammer which is flaking a bit along the spine and nose. All embellishments and original factory markings are crisp and lovely and the re volver wears a set of factory mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions that are both scratch-numbered to the gun and rate excellent. This revolver is pictured and described on page 117 of “Smith & Wesson Engraving” by Kennelly and the included factory letter confirms the revolver’s configuration and that it was one of the nine revolvers engraved by Oscar Young for the expo. The letter does not mention the Paris Expo but this is mentioned in the Smith & Wesson Engraving book. Also included are scans of Oscar Young’s pattern book for this revolver and a scan of the original Schiff’s, Inc. invoice listing the revolvers sold to J. C. Harvey. Amazingly, Peter DeRose managed to acquire other guns on this very invoice which are also of fered in the sale: serial numbers 0138 and 27887. This is a beautiful revolver with some very lovely and unique embellishments by Oscar Young. (13D11730-1205) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
excellent bore showing a few small oxidation speckles nearer the breech and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This second model revolver was ordered by Walter H. Wesson, who was the office manager of Smith & Wesson and the eldest son of D.B. Wesson, with a full complement of special features including the chambering of the gun in the company’s proprietary 32-44 Target cartridge. The traditional spur trigger of this model has also been modified for target work into a more suitable curved trigger with finely checkered face, which also made the addition of a triggerguard necessary. The guard was therefore neatly installed by the factory. Rounding out the configuration are the extended hard rubber target stocks, adjustable u-notch rear sight and silver beaded blade front. The revolver is in excellent condition retaining about 96-97% original nickel finish with some light flaking along the cylinder face and the surfaces showing some overall light handling marks from the years. The hammer retains generous wisps of nice casehardened colors drifting to smoky gray while the sides of the trigger retain hints of straw color. The triggerguard also retains generous original bright blue with some moderate flaking to gray and the barrel rib shows two-line address and patent dates. The black checkered hard rubber extension grips rate very fine with mild smoothing and toning somewhat to brown, the back edge of the right panel with a bit more wear with a thin 7/8” flexing crack forming. The included factory letter outlines all of these custom features and confirms delivery to W.H. Wesson in April of 1887. Roy Jinks praises the gun in the letter as "exceptionally unique", a "Special Experimental" and "very rare". A wonderful and very special revolver for the most advanced collector. We previously sold this revolver as part of the stunning Gary Garbrecht collection and it is only fitting that we offer it again as part of the equally important Peter DeRose collection. (13D11730-151) [Ex-Garbrecht Collection] {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
SMITH & WESSON FACTORY ENGRAVED
serial #2329, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This re volver is factory engraved in the light and tasteful No. 2 style pattern, likely ex ecuted by Oscar Young, which was a popular option available for just an extra $5.00, featuring clean flowing foliate scrollwork and punch-dot background shading. The metal surfaces retain about 80-85% original bright blue with most of the loss due to some moderate high edge wear throughout and some flaking to gray-brown patina along the gripstraps. There is one small 1/2” rough abrasion or scuff mark along the underside right edge of the frame. The triggerguard is a pleasant silvery casehardened patina while the hammer retains fine vibrant colors along the right side. The barrel shows simplified single line address and all of the embellishments remain crisp and excellent. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus to very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and toning to brown, the right panel is scratch-numbered “131” but their fit is very nice and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The revolver is equipped with a factory adjustable u-notch rear target sight and an older replacement tall blade front. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A fine New Model No. 3 with attractive factory embellishments. (13C11948-1) {ANTIQUE} (5000/7000)
ENGRAVED 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER
serial #127719, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This revolver is factory Young-engraved in the standard factory style for this model featuring lovely clean foliate scrollwork and punch-dot shading tastefully executed throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original bright blue with scattered areas flaking to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina under bright light
embellishments remain crisp and the trigger shows fine vibrant case-hardened colors. The factory smooth mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions rate excellent with perfect fit and the serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. A nice little revolver with handsome factory engraving. (13B11730-432) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
338. SMITH & WESSON FACTORY
339. EXCEPTIONALLY RARE DELUXE PLATED SMITH & WESSON 38-40 WINCHESTER NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #30, 38-40 WCF, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely rare revolver, one of only 276 which were manufactured from 1900-1907 chambered in 38-40 and serialized in their own number range. This piece especially rare as a deluxe revolver and is, according to the included 1994-dated letter “the only known deluxe variation of this rare model known”. The revolver is in lovely condition retaining about 94% original silver finish which shows some overall fine flaking and bubbling, a few of these areas toning slightly to mild brown patina. The silver has taken on a wonderful untouched deep gray and slightly iridescent tarnish overall and the cylinder and screw heads retain a similar amount of original gold wash with some loss due to high edge wear. The hammer and trigger retain most of their vi brant case-hardened colors with a few light oxidation speckles and areas drifting to smoky gray while the latch and triggerguard retain about 95% original bright blue showing some light flaking. The revolver wears a fine set of smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions that rate excellent and retain perfect fit. The serialized parts are of course matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included pebbled red fabric-covered box is quite rare itself and remains in very good plus condition with some light fraying and flaking along the corners and edges, the lid compressed a bit but structurally sound. The end label was stuck over a 44 label by the factory and is about 70% intact with “38 WINCHESTER” still prominently legible along with a “PEARL” ink stamp surcharge, 6 1/2” barrel length listed and the “N ICKEL” callout struck out in red grease pencil. The pencil number on the base is rather faded but appears to be “30” and the instruction label on the inside of the lid is intact in very fine condition and correctly titled “S.&W. 38 D.A. Winchester 6 1-2 INCH.” The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped on December 12, 1902 to the Townsend Gun Company of Omaha, Nebraska as-described for $24.00 and also notes the revolver was built for exhibition. This is a wonderful and extremely rare revolver suitable for any fine arms collection. (13E11730-420) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
REVOLVER
serial #17185, 38 Special 4” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing areas of light pitting and oxidation with good rifling throughout. This revolver is engraved in the lightest factory pattern with tasteful wide foliate scrollwork and flourishes with punch-dot background shading. The revolver has seen a bit of honest use, retaining about 80-85% original nickel finish with scattered light handling marks and flaking, most noticeable along the sides of the frame which are toning to a medium gray patina. The
oxidation staining and all markings and embellishments re main crisp. The revolver wears a set of period replacement smooth motherof-pearl grips in very good condition showing a few small repairs along the edges and slight yellowing from the years. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of a factory engraved Model 1899 revolver. (13B11730-503) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
SMITH
& WESSON FACTORY ENGRAVED SECOND MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
areas of very fine flaking along the sides of the frame that are toning to a mild gray-brown patina and blending in rather well with the surrounding nickel. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors with some drifting to pewter along the trigger face and all markings and em bellishments remain crisp. The revolver wears a set of nice smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medallions that rate excellent showing a couple of tiny handling marks and nice structure. The serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp. Peter DeRose’s notes indicated from his correspondence with Roy Jinks that this revolver was shipped to the famous Phil Bekeart Company of San Francisco, no date is indicated. This is a lovely Model 1902 revolver no doub engraved by Oscar Young. (13B11730-512) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
EXTREMELY RARE U.S. COAST GUARD SMITH & WESSON K-22 OUTDOORSMAN REVOLVER
M&P revolver chambered in 22 LR and equipped with simple fixed service sights. The metal surfaces retain about 70-75% original bright blue with scattered high edge wear, old dings and flaking to gray-brown patina, having certainly seen some honest service use. The hammer and trigger retain some good vibrant case-hardened colors drifting to a smoky patina and all markings remain intact and strong. The firing pin retainer pin may be an old period replacement and the grip screw is a bit long. The checkered walnut grips rate very good with light dings and some flattened points. The right panel is pencil-numbered “593247” and the remaining numbered parts are matching. The action seems to function normally and the included factory letter confirms the revolver was shipped in a 25-gun batch, serial numbers 650929-650953, to the United States Coast Guard Depot at Curtis Bay, Maryland on February 12, 1935 at a cost of $21.11 each. A fine example of one of the rarest K-22 First Model revolvers and modern U.S. military contract arms for the advanced collector. (13C11730-681) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
serial #47522 (P.O. #19331), 38 S&W, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a hint of subtle frosting and crisp rifling throughout, though the barrel strangely appears to be bent downwards very slightly. The Railway Mail Service of the U.S. Post Office bought a fair amount of the similarly sized Colt Bankers Special revolvers but appear to have purchased Smith & Wesson revolvers in much fewer numbers. Most of these revolvers were reportedly destroyed after being withdrawn from service. The metal surfaces retain about 75% mix of fading original blue and touched up areas of blue-gray cold blue along with some high edge wear and light oxidation staining scattered about. The hammer and trigger retain some generous wisps of nice case-hardened colors and the markings remain strong throughout showing “R.M.S. P.O. DEPT.” stamped along the backstrap, “No. 19331” along the frontstrap and government inspector stamp along the right side of the frame below the “MADE IN U.S.A.” stamp. The revolver is equipped with extended checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions and a unique steel buttcap for reinforcement. The grips are about very good showing moderate edge wear and smoothed areas particularly along the right panel, while the left panel shows a small crack at the toe. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered matching the frame and the inside of the steel buttcap is also stamp-numbered matching the gun. All of the remaining serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function normally. According to our correspondence with Roy Jinks, the record shows this revolver was part of the Post Office’s first order with Smith & Wesson and that it shipped in a 500-gun shipment on January 12, 1938 to Springfield Armory, where they were officially inspected. This is a very interesting and extremely rare revolver for the advanced collector. (13C11730-595) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
344. VERY RARE U.S. ARMY TRIALS SMITH & WESSON 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER
serial #41470, 38 S&W, 6” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scat tered areas of light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. This rare revolver is one of 100 38 Safety Hammerless revolvers purchased by the U.S. Army for trials in May 1890, primarily competing against the Colt, which would end up being adopted. The revolvers are Third Models in the Second Model serial number range of 41333-41470, this example interestingly
the very last number of that range, and the left side barrel lugs are stamped with small “U.S.” property mark. This example remains in very good condition retaining about 75% original bright blue along the barrel and frame with scattered flaking to gray-brown patina and some thin scratches and light scuff marks along the left side of the frame. The cylinder has mostly flaked to gray-brown patina showing a little old oxidation staining and is equipped with the hardened steel shims in the stops. The trigger is a smoky casehardened patina with some wisps of colors and all markings remain crisp including the proper “U.S.” on left side barrel. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing light edge wear and both grips taking on a brown patina, particularly the right panel. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame, the other serialized parts are matching and barrel-to-frame fit is very good. The grip safety spring is a bit worn causing the grip safety to not engage reliably but the action otherwise seems to function normally. This is a nice example of a very rare and unusual Army test revolver often overlooked by even advanced collectors. (13C11730449) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (6000/8000)
345. EXTREMELY RARE & IMPORTANT EXPERIMENTAL SMITH & WESSON 9MM SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #X48, 9mm, 3 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol is one of Smith & Wesson’s earliest 9mm pistols on the road to the Model 39. The gun was made in 1949 and is the iteration most obviously most inspired by the Walther P.38 featuring its distinctive dual recoil springs and double/single action trigger mechanism. The springs are captive within the slide however, rather than the frame like the Walther, and the barrel is very High Power-like. The pistol is of a lightweight design with slim aluminum alloy frame and the metal surfaces retain about 97% original blue and black anodized finishes showing just some mild high edge and operational wear. The hammer and trigger retain a healthy amount of vibrant casehardened colors, the trigger drifting to a pleasant silvery patina and the pistol is extensively marked with caliber designation on the right side of the slide and company name on right side of the frame, the experimental serial number and S&W monogram on the left side of the frame and single line address flanked with Maltese crosses on the left side of the slide. The checkered walnut grips remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing a few lightly chipped points and minor dings. The pistol includes its original magazine numbered “48” at the base of the spine and the double action reset is a bit stiff but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. The pis tol also includes a photocopy of the original factory manual and a scan of the factory experimental series logbook entry for the pistol which describes its particulars. Only two earlier 9mm pistols are listed in the experimental logbook (X46 and X47). This is an exceptional pistol and a unique opportunity for the most advanced of Smith & Wesson or American fire arms collections. (13D11730-882) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Col lection] (8,000/12,000)
346. EXCEPTIONALLY RARE EXPERIMENTAL SMITH & WESSON MODEL 44 SINGLE ACTION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #X134, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an experimental prototype of the already extremely rare Model 44, a single action variant of the Model 39 advertised in 1950, which did not see any real sales with only an estimated ten produced. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue and black anodized finishes showing a few sparsely scattered tiny handling marks and some very faint operational wear. The polished breech area remains bright and all markings are crisp showing “PAT’S PENDING” on the right side of the slide and typical Smith & Wesson information on the left, the left side of the frame bearing the experimental serial number. The checkered rosewood grips with silver S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing just a few minor handling marks. One original magazine is included and the action seems to function well mechanically. The pistol includes a photocopy of the original factory experimental series logbook entry which describes its particulars. Only seven other single action 9mm pistols are listed in the logbook (X130-X136 and X141), six of these were made with steel frames for U.S. Army testing. Another exceptional S&W semi-auto pistol. (13D11730-887) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
347. EXCEPTIONALLY RARE U.S. AIR FORCE SMITH & WESSON BABY AIRCREWMAN DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER
serial #2034, 38 Special, 1 7/8” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. These four-screw J-frame revolvers were a smaller variant of the K-Frame Aircrewman developed in 1953 as an even more lightweight and handy option for air service. Smith & Wesson reportedly manufactured 605 of the J-Frame guns for Air Force testing which revealed that the extensive use of aluminum alloys, particularly the cylinder, was prone to failure. The design was rejected and most of the 605 revolvers were destroyed with an estimated 10-15 having survived according to Supica & Nahas in the “Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson”. This example remains in near excellent condition retaining about 95% original blue and black anodized finishes showing some mild high edge wear and the crane with some mild flaking and toning to gray-brown patina under bright light. The hammer and trigger show vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all markings remain crisp showing the correct small “P” proof on the left side of the frame, “PROPERTY OF U.S. AIR FORCE” down the backstrap and butt marked “A.F. No. 2034”. The checkered walnut grips with silver Air Force medallions remain in excellent condition showing a few light dings. The right panel is mismatched but stamp-numbered extremely close to the gun “2036”, perhaps a factory error. The remaining numbered parts are all matching and the crane is matching the frame by assembly number “304”. A correct black leather holster is included showing embossed “USAF” on the flap and drawing number “55D3513” along the front edge. The holster is in very fine condition with light wear and one of the snaps on the bottom has detached and been lost to the years. This is a wonderful opportunity for the advanced Smith & Wesson or U.S. martial collector to acquire an extremely rare variant in excellent condition. (13D11730-584) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (12,000/18,000)
LIGHTWEIGHT REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #C294213, 38 Special, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a fine example of the K-Frame Aircrewman revolver with aluminum alloy cylinder and frame. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue and anodized finishes with the loss due to some light high edge wear and scattered minor dings or thin scratches. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and all markings remain crisp and clear showing property military model designation along the topstrap, small “P” proof on left side of the frame and “PROPERTY OF U.S. AIR FORCE” down the backstrap. The checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions remain in very fine condition showing some light dings and handling marks. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered
ing along the edges and a few areas of mild staining. The lid retains its original military contract sticker dated August 1957 and the serial number has been defaced from the sticker leaving just the “C” prefix. The box must be for a later gun due to its shipping date as this earlier revolver would have shipped toward the end of 1953 to early 1954. Due to the aluminum cylinder, the M13 was eventually removed from service and most examples were destroyed by the government. This is a rare and desirable revolver with equally scarce box for the advanced U.S. martial collector. (13D11730-583) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
349. EXTREMELY RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 242 AIRCREWMAN REVOLVER BUILT FOR FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICER PROGRAM CONSIDERATION
serial #CDK5478, 38 Special, 2 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very interesting and unique revolver made for evaluation by the FBI, TSA and FLETC circa 2003 for consideration in the Federal Flight Deck Officer program. This program, still in effect, was initiated after 9/11 to allow properly trained and selected commercial airline pilots to carry a firearm while performing their duties on the flight deck. This special scandiumframed gun reintroduced the “AIRCR EWMAN” moniker which is emblazoned along the right side of the frame and barrel and is also laser-engraved
minor handling marks. All markings remain crisp and the black check ered rubber grips are excellent. Peter DeRose acquired this revolver in 2004 from Paul Cun ningham, Smith & Wesson Academy Director and Director of Law Enforcement Sales during the inception of the Federal Flight Deck Officer program, who obtained them after program consideration ceased. Heckler & Koch was awarded a contract in 2003 to supply the gram with USP Compact pistols in 40 S&W. This is a fascinating revolver suitable for the most advanced Smith & Wesson or modern police firearms collection. (13B11730-817) {
serial #X23, 30 Carbine, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is one of a handful of hand ejector revolvers chambered in the ubiquitous 30 Carbine cartridge, this serial #X23 assembled in July 1945. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue showing some scattered light oxidation speckling, thin scratches and a small area of light pitting on the left side of the frame that is unobtrusive as it is under the grip. The left side of the frame beneath the grip shows a factory star rework mark and 8-49 date and the hammer and trigger retain vibrant case-hardened colors. The revolver bears the expected factory markings, the right side of the barrel with “30 CAL. M1 CARBINE CTG.” designation, and the barrel and cylinder show matching “X23” numbers. The checkered walnut Magna grips with large medallions are un-numbered and somewhat ill-fitting along the edges, otherwise remaining in very good plus condition with some scattered light dings and moderate tarnishing along the medallions. The revolver is sighted with a generous undercut Patridge blade front sight and adjustable square notch blade rear. Some of these 30 Carbine revolvers were used in military testing and eight are listed in the factory experimental series logbook (X12-X15 and X23-26). The revolver includes six half-moon clips, a photocopy of its logbook entry, factory letter indicating it was purchased by General Frank O’D. Hunter on July 19, 1945 and a scan of the factory sales record log. Also included is a handwritten letter dated 1964 from the general addressed to his friend Alex “Billy” Otto transferring ownership of the revolver to him and stating that he received it from Harold Wesson. General Hunter served in the First World War as a fighter pilot, ending the war as an ace with nine victories. During World War Two he was commander of VIII Fighter Command and later the First Air Force. General Hunter would become notorious as the commander during the “Freeman Field Mutiny” of the Tuskegee Airmen during which he was an adamant supporter of segregated officer’s clubs. This is a very fine piece with wonderful provenance for the advanced Smith & Wesson collector. (13F11730833) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
351. INTERESTING SMITH & WESSON VICTORY MODEL REVOLVER FORMERLY OF THE SMITH & WESSON MUSEUM COLLECTION WITH BOX
serial #005, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original Parkerized finish showing a little subtle edge wear and a few areas toning slightly to brown. The left side of the frame shows a few light dings around the front cylinder retainer lip and the hammer, trigger and lanyard ring retain all of their lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut grips rate excellent showing a few light handling marks, the left panel is stamp-numbered “005” while the right is “641356”. The crane and frame are matching each other by assembly number while the other parts are un-numbered. It appears this revolver was intentionally never completed by the factory as the mainspring, firing pin, hand, ejector rod spring and perhaps some other small parts are missing. The cylinder is very stiff and difficult to open. Much of the Smith & Wesson Museum Collection was auctioned off by Butterfield & Butterfield in 1996 and this revolver retains its original tag from that sale along with what is no doubt its proper factory purple box in very fine condition showing an old piece of tape and paper tag “19” over the green end label. The base shows a number of relevant handwritten information including “005 / Parkerize / 5 / 38/200 / 5” / 19”. Perhaps this revolver was made specifically to experiment with Parkerized finishes. An interesting piece for the martial or Smith & Wesson collector. (13A11730-533) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
352. EARLY SMITH & WESSON VICTORY MODEL REVOLVER
serial #V100, 38 Special, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very early Victory Model with a nice even serial number retaining about 85% original Parkerized finish showing scattered high edge wear and handling marks with the gripstraps toning to a medium brown patina. The hammer and trigger retain some good case-hardened colors drifting to silvery pewter patina and all markings remain crisp. The revolver does not appear to bear any government inspector or proof marks beyond a lightly struck “USA” on the butt ahead of the swivel. The smooth walnut grips remain in very good plus condition with light dings and handling marks. The right panel is mismatched and appears to be stamp-numbered “659107” and the remaining numbered parts are matching. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped on June 18, 1942 to the West Virginia Ordnance Works in Point Pleasant, WV, an ammunition plant built during and operated through the Second World War. An interesting example for the martial collector. (13B11730-537) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
353.
EARLY & EXCELLENT U.S. MODEL 1917 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY
SMITH & WESSON
serial #7247, 45 ACP, 5” barrel showing slight frost ing in the first half of the bore with strong rifling through out. This revolver shows very light use and remains in fantastic condition. It retains about 98% to perhaps 99% original blue, there is light wear on the left side of the barrel with a very small ding on the heel of the butt. The smooth service trigger and lanyard loop have robust case-hardened colors while the early hammer fea tures concentric rings on the sides and has the same beautiful case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut factory grips are not numbered but fit the gun correctly, they rate about excellent with a small ding on the left panel addition to a tiny scuff on the left side heel. Colonel Gilbert S. Stewart’s stamp remains crisp as do the other markings and a appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A classic Great War gun in superb condition. (8B11588-43) (2000/3000)
354. U.S. NAVY SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1902 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
(Navy #1047), 38 Long Colt, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 38 Second Model Hand Ejector revolver retain about 85% original bright blue with some scattered light handling marks and mild freckling, most of the loss due to some flaking along the sides of the frame and gripstraps toning to a deep gray-brown patina. The hammer and trigger show vibrant case-hardened colors with a little oxidation staining along the trigger face and all markings are crisp, the butt showing proper U.S. Navy property and inspector stamps. The checkered walnut grips remain in excellent condition showing a few tiny handling marks and the right panel is pencil-numbered only “25”, both panels fitting very nicely. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action is crisp. A nice example for the martial collector, only about 1000 of these revolvers were purchased by the U.S. Navy. (13B11730-519) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2000)
355. WONDERFUL ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN BY STAN WILLIAMS
serial #134388, 410 bore (3”), 26” barrel choked and marked modified with a bright excellent bore. According to Mr. Thrash’s notes, this beautiful shotgun was engraved by Stan Williams of Illinois and, while the work appears to be unsigned, it is consistent with the handful of other arms attributed to him that we have found. His work appears to be rather elusive on the secondary market but is unquestionably of superb quality and execution, the action and takedown boss of this Model 42 embellished in near full coverage with the finest quality detailed flowing foliate scrollwork with neatly matted background shading, attractive bordering and tasteful gold border inlays. There are lovely game scenes left and right executed with lifelike detail and the birds inlaid in gold with a pair of woodcock right and three partridge left. All of the work remains crisp and excellent and the metal surfaces retain 99% excellent quality restored blue with just a hint of edge wear at the muzzle. The bolt remains bright and the factory markings along the barrel are strong, the barrel also equipped with factory ventilated round post donut base rib. The stocks are wonderful deluxe walnut replacements likely by Stan Williams’s brother, Sam, and feature excellent checkering and fleur-de-lis patterns. The stocks rate excellent with perhaps one or two tiny handling marks one must really search for and the wood exhibits superb shimmering grain figure throughout. A proper black plastic Winchester buttplate provides a 14 3/8” length-of-pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4” also showing very slight cast-off. The gun is sighted with a single large ivory bead front sight. This is an exceptional Model 42 embellished with top quality custom work. (13F11523-153) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (12,000/18,000)
356. LOVELY CUSTOM ENGRAVED &
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 trig gerguard, 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 cross bolt 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 gold-embossed leather Francotte lid label. A wonderful and desirable Belgian 410 double. (13F11523-68) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (7000/9000)
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 castoff. 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] (5000/7000)
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 fac tory 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] (9,000/12,000)
BARRY LEE HANDS
markings, the barrel address being 100% clear and legible but just a little lighter than normally observed. While there are some scattered patches of pitting on the sides of the gripframe beneath the grips, the visible surfaces are free of any pitting with extremely crisp engraving. The revolver retains 99% of what looks to be a slightly satin nickel plated finish (or perhaps still in the white) with very crisp edges. The grips are antique mother-of-pearl and rate excellent and fit decently. The buttstrap shows the previously mentioned shaded crosshatching with a riband through the center with Hand's signature "BARRY LEE HANDS ENGRAVER". Barry Lee Hands is a highly respected master engraver whose work has been fetching terrific prices in recent years. This revolver is engraved in a superbly executed classic style making it ex tremely attractive. A very fine example of the 20th Century gun engraver's art. (1E11728-858) {C&R} (8,000/12,000)
good plus bores showing remnants of raised dings about 6” from both muzzles, otherwise showing only a few pinprick pits and some stubborn wad residue. The barrels retain about 50-60% original blue, strongest in the protected areas along the wood line and rib, with the balance thinning and toning to gray-brown with scattered light handling marks and spots of pinprick pitting. The frame retains about 40-50% attractive case-hardened colors in the protected areas around the fences, trigger, and beneath the lever, with the balance drifting to a silvery case-hardened patina with some scattered gray freck ling; the triggerguard is drifting to a lightly mottled blue-gray patina with a spot of discoloration behind the bow. The fram embellished with Parker DH grade foliate scroll with hunting dogs on point left and right and the underside of the frame displa quartet of pheasant. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus condition with a couple short cracks and some smoothed over chips along the upper tang, an about 1/2” crack at the rear of the forend, and some scattered minor dings and light handling marks. The stock exhibits some attractive grain figure along both sides of the butt and features a skeletonized buttplate toned to gunmetal with light oxidation staining, the toe proud of the stock, with an about 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 5/8”. The toeline features an oval monogram plate neatly engraved “SF” in flowing script. The shotgun locks up with a bare sliver of light visible between the breech and standing breech of the right barrel, the lever coming to rest at center, and features double triggers, an automatic safety, and the ejectors function correctly if somewhat weakly. Included is a copy of a Parker Gun Collectors Association letter, listing the shotgun by serial number and confirming its configuration, and noting it as being ordered by Wm. Reed & Sons of Boston, MA on September 5, 1916, later shipped out on October 10, 1916. A lovely Parker DHE still in its factory configuration. (14B11935-5) {C&R} (1800/2200)
VERY FINE CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER
partially bright somewhat frosted bore with pinprick pitting and strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1876-made rifle have been encased in silver showing an attractive dark tarnish and engraving by master engraver Barry Lee Hands. The barrel shows foliate scrollwork with light borderlines at the end of the muzzle and behind the rear sight, the barrel with sparse unobtrusive pinprick pitting beneath the silver while the magazine tube and hanger remain unengraved in a handsome dark silver tarnish. The action shows impeccable factory style bold flowing foliate scrollwork engraving with punch-dot background shading and light borderlines with occasional geometric borderlines. The left sideplate exhibits a folky federal eagle motif while both sides of the receiver show gorgeous scrollwork with areas overlap ping while the carrier features a lightly bordered riband with intermit tent crosshatching. The lever, hammer, and forend cap likewise show additional foliate flourishes complementing the other embellished surfaces. Many of the small parts in cluding the trigger, loading gate, finger lever latch, and action screws have been fire blued giving a brilliant lustrous contrast to the silver finish. The deluxe walnut stocks rate excellent showing incredible feathercrotch figure with crisp checkering and great fit overall aside from a gap at the forend cap otherwise, they are very lovely. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight and the small German nickel silver front sight blade, both of which have been fire blued. This rifle is an exceptional showcase of masterful contemporary engraving from the well-regarded Barry Lee Hands. (24F11728-1359) {ANTIQUE} (8,000/12,000)
362. WONDERFUL CUSTOM ENGRAVED & GOLDINLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN RARE 38-70 WCF
ground 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
363. WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #109848, 45-70, 26" rapid taper octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The octagon barrel measures .923" at breech and tapers to .697" at muzzle, just a bit smaller than the magazine. This rifle remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel and magazine retain about 95% original blue finish with most loss being on the high edges where there is also some scattered light pitting mostly along the high edges on the right side. The action shows about 90% original color case hardened finish which show some fading but is mostly still quite vivid. The fire blue on the hinged loading gate is about 95%. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with about 95% original
finish remaining and with nice raised grain feel. The buttplate shows a mix of mottled original color case hardening and smooth gray patina. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting barrel sights. All screw heads remain undisturbed. A record sheet from Cody confirms the configuration (barrel listed as octagon) and shows a shipment date of August 19, 1896. A very handsome antique 1886 rifle in a desirable chambering and configuration. (1D11874-55) {ANTIQUE} [Alan. J. Gaines Collection] (7000/9000)
areas of light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong and correct style rifling throughout. This circa 1890-made saddle ring carbine has been restored at some point making it difficult to determine if the barrel length is original. It may have been neatly shortened but looks the part and is no doubt an original barrel from the period as it bears proper factory address and patent dates. The barrel and magazine tube retain about 97% reapplied polished blue showing a few light handling marks and some remnants of pinprick pits beneath the finish here and there, the markings with a few slightly softened edges from the metal preparation but otherwise remaining intact and strong. The action has also been cleaned and finished in nickel, retaining about 98% with just some light handling marks and smoothed over remnants of pinprick pits, the hammer with some mottled case-hardened color. The Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame has been restamped and is rather more “folky” looking than the original and the serial numbers have also been re-marked along the lower tang, inside left of upper tang and along the inside of the buttplate. They are all matching and disassembly and study of the receiver indicate it is no doubt an original antique action. The smooth walnut buttstock and checkered forend remain in very good condition as cleaned and refinished showing scattered light dings and handling marks, the edges of the buttstock a little bit shy of the metal in areas. Equipped with standard carbine rear sight and simple blade front, a pin in the bolt sometimes backs out when cycling causing it to hang up but the action otherwise generally seems to function normally. Mr. Thrash attempted to request a Colt factory letter for this gun but their response indicated the records for this serial number were lost or destroyed. An interesting little carbine. (13B11523-23) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1200/1800)
365. U.S. MODEL 1903A1 U.S.M.C. BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE
serial #1533834, 30-06, 24” 3-37 dated star gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a bright near excellent barrel showing scattered touches of pinprick pitting in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this fine marksman’s rifle retain about 85-90% gray arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few scattered spots of oxidation staining and light pitting, and the nominal light handling marks expected of a service rifle, the magazine cutoff retaining very good case-hardened colors with the “ON” face polished bright, and the nickel steel bolt retains about 80% arsenal Parkerized finish with light operational wear. The pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition with an about 3/8” divot at the edge of the pistolgrip, a neat arsenal-quality filler repair to a natural flaw on the forend, and a few light handling marks. The stock retains a bold hand-stamped “A.H.A.” above a crisp boxed “R.A-P”, the magazine cutoff recess is “S” stamped, a softened circled “P” is present inside the pistolgrip, and the toe line is marked with a correct and crisp “D1836-4” drawing number. The receiver markings are concealed beneath the rear target block, leaving the serial number visible and clear, and the barrel markings remain crisp with a clear “1343” star gauge number beneath the handguard, the letter prefix concealed beneath the forward target block; the bolt is unnumbered. The Unertl 8x scope is in excellent condition, retaining 98% fine quality period rust blue, possibly restored long ago, with a hint or two of fine operational marks and fine oxidation staining, only readily seen under bright light. “J. UNERTL / USMC—SNIPER / 2712” remains crisply stamped ahead of the ocular bell, and “200” has been finely scratch marked on the parallax adjustment by a previous user, done subtly enough that it is missed except on close inspection. The glass remains bright and clear with a fine crosshair and dot reticle, and included are a pair of screw-on lens covers. Both rifle and scope serial numbers fall with the correct accepted ranges for USMC M1903A1 sniper rifles. An altogether fine example of the favored USMC that served through WWII and into Korea. (14E11730-1365) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (8,000/12,000)
366. U.S. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1903 NATIONAL MATCH BOLT ACTION RIFLE
oxidation to a brown patina, and the barrel bands retain about 95% original blue with areas flaking to a nice gray-brown patina. The receiver retains 98% Parkerized finish with touches of light wear on high edges, particularly around the serial number, and the raceways burnished bright. The bright polished bolt rates very fine showing only light operational wear and appropriate original armory polish with the bolt shroud showing a very nice case-hardened gray finish. The American walnut pistolgrip stock and handguard rate very fine with light handling marks from the years showing a faint boxed “J.F.C.” cartouche on the left side and a circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. The checkered buttplate has drifted to a gunmetal gray with touches of light wear at the heel. The star gauged number under the handguard shows B/2041. The rifle retains the standard open sights and appears to function well mechanically. As it sits this is an attractive National Match rifle.(31A11730-1320) (C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
band retain 99% dark Parkerizing showing little if any wear, rear band and bottom metal both retain 98% plus rust blue with the triggerguard flaking slightly to a nice gray-brown patina. The smooth Type 1 buttplate retains 99% dark Parkerizing showing silvering on high edges at the heel. The receiver displays a very fine dark gray Parkerized finish showing only very light handling marks. The bright-polished Smith-Corona bolt with “CV” marked chrome-vanadium streel extractor rates very fine showing only light operational wear and appropriate original armory polish, the locking lug is numbered “C64106” with the bolt shroud showing a very nice case-hardened gray finish. The attractive Type “C” pistolgrip walnut stock without grasping grooves is in excellent condition with lovely raised grain and a few minor handling marks, showing a crisp boxed “S.A. S.P.G.” cartouche on the left side and a circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. A
ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #1264803, 30-06, 24” 5-24 dated star gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. Available from the DCM between 1924 through 1928, the National Match Special rifle was a National Match grade rifle seated in a Model 1922style stock with a full-length military forend without grasping grooves, and arsenal drilled and tapped for a Lyman receiver sight. The barreled action of this 1924-vintage rifle retains about 98% arsenal Parkerized finish with some light wear on the front sight base and muzzle and light thinning on the rear sight base, the upper band and bottom metal retaining similar amounts of Parkerized finish with a few light handling marks, the races and follower correctly polished bright, and the lower band showing about 98% blue with touches of silvering. The bolt body is polished showing a few spots of gray freckling, and the bolt shroud is toning lightly brown under bright light. The pistolgrip walnut stock and hand guard are in excellent condition showing only some scattered light handling marks consistent with careful use, and the cupped steel buttplate shows some light wear at the heel and toe. Unlike stocks purchased from the DCM on their own, the stock is marked with a crisp circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, the barrel beneath the handguard with “c / 2663” star gauge number, and the bolt handle is “WL /3” marked, and is unnumbered. The rifle features the headless cocking piece and reversed safety made standard from 1924 to 1930, the standard blade front sight and National Match Model 1905 rear sight with polished face, and is sighted with a Lyman receiver sight. Included are a pair of P.J. O’Hare front and rear sight covers, the inside of the rear sight cover having a pre vious name scratched out with the initials “WLM” scratched below it. An excellent example of these rarely seen variants of the National Match Model 1903. (14D11730-1359) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
1370) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
(3000/5000)
gray green parkerized finish, the raceways and bolt polished bright. The bolt is DC pencil numbered to the gun on the top surface. The bolt shroud shows a few spots of oxidation staining, the bayonet band displaying a mottled appearance and the rifle is configured with the standard safety and cocking piece, not the reverse safety, an option available to competitors on request. The rifle has been drilled and tapped on the right side of the receiver for a Lyman aperture target sight, the stock not yet inletted for the sight, with the barrel showing star gauge #H 3253 under the handguard. The bottom metal is also a gray parkerized finish in excellent condition, the rifle serial number neatly stamped along the toeline of the buttstock. The finger groove straight grip style “S” Camp Perry stock rates excellent with a few scattered small handling and impact marks, original varnish, crisp boxed “DAL” inspector’s cartouche, circle “P” firing proof with “8” forward of the proof and triggerguard and a coarsely checkered NM buttplate in excellent condition. A fine example of a D.C.M. National Match in a wonderful state of condition. (25B11730-136 0) {C&R} (4000/6000)
370. FINE SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF PRE-WAR NEPTUNPRIMUS SIDELOCK DURAL DRILLING
serial #18809, 16 ga (2 5/8”) over 8x57JR, 21 3/4” Roechling Elektro-stahl shotgun barrels choked improved modified and full with bright near excellent bores showing just a few very tiny shallow dings and the Krupp Laufstahl rifle barrel with a bright excellent bore showing crisp rifling. The barrels of this very attractive November 1936 proof-dated drilling retain about 98% original blue showing one or two small oxidation speckles and very subtle thinning under bright light. The Dural frame retains perhaps 85% original black anodized finish thinning to a mix of pale gray and copper along the high edges, tang and bottom metal while the lockplates and top lever retain about 98% original bright blue. The action and lockplates are embellished in near full coverage with excellent quality classic German oak leaf and acorn motifs with fine punch-dot shading. All markings remain intact and strong and the top lever is engraved with the single initial letter “N”. The horn triggerguard and pistolgrip cap rate excellent. The drilling is equipped with a Zeiss Zielsechs scope that mounts into the Krieghoff Montage system and remains in very fine condition with just some slight thinning of the finish under bright light and features German reticle and slightly clouded but serviceable optics. The front mount is stamp-numbered matching the gun “18809”. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition showing a little older added oil finish, a neatly executed repaired 2” chip at the toe, and some other scattered light dings. The skipline checkering remains mostly strong and the buttstock shows some nice subtle grain figure throughout. The thin horn forend tip insert is intact and the buttstock features hog’s back comb and left-side shadowline cheekpiece. The sling swivel hole is vacant along the toe line and length-of-pull to the solid red rubber Noshoc pad is 13 5/8”. The stock shows a small “ASHE” stamp behind the pistolgrip, this reportedly being a trademark of the supplier August Stoermer of Herzberg. The arm features Krieghoff’s hand-detachable locks and trigger assembly, dial cocking indicators and rifle cocking sidelever which automatically flips up the u-notch rear sight. Weight with the scope is 7 1/2 lbs. and 6 lbs. 5 oz. without. 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. This is a very fine pre-war lightweight kurz Krieghoff in the very attractive and seldomseen all blue/black “funeral grade” finish. (13E11108-108) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (7000/9000)
371. SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF TRUMPF-PRIMUS DRILLING
of this December 1939 proof-dated drilling retain about 94-95% original blue showing some scattered light handling marks, a little fine oxidation speckling and thinning under bright light. The frame has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery gray case-hardened patina and is embellished in full coverage with wide detailed foliate motifs and punchdot shading, the top of the action finely matted and small game scenes of buck on the right and elk on the left. The top lever and upper tang rifle barrel selector slider retain about 95% original bright blue and the top lever is engraved with the monogram “RW”. The horn triggerguard is mostly intact showing a few light and moderate areas of insect damage while the pistolgrip cap shows less marks overall rating very fine. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing somewhat worn oil finish with a few slivers missing along the top edges of the forend and some other light dings and handling marks. The checkering shows mild wear, stock fit remains very nice and the stock features slight hog’s back comb, left-side shadowline cheekpiece and the original quick-detach horn buttplate. The sling swivels are intact and there is currently a black hard rubber spacer with double white line installed between the original buttplate and end grain providing a 14 1/4” length-of-pull. The arm features Greener safety and double triggers with front set, cocking indicator pins, Krieghoff Montage bases with a set of 22mm lever release rings, two flip-up u-notch rear rifle sights (one of which functions automatically upon selecting, and silver bead front sight (the small flip-up auxiliary front sight has been lost to the years). Lock-up is solid on-face with dual under-lugs, side clips and Greener crossbolt and the action seems to function well mechanically. Also included is an original period German leather sling that shows some mild flaking and crackling. This drilling was reportedly a World War Two bringback and was acquired by the consignor from the famed gunsmith Ed Flaig. A fine example of these quality drillings made a few months after the start of the war. (13D11190-5) {C&R} (2500/3500)
372.
mild oxidation speckling and the rifle barrel with a bit of light oxidation in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrels of this August 1938 proof-dated drilling retain about 92% original blue showing some mild high edge wear and areas thinning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The duralumin frame remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and high edge wear while the lockplates are a nice silvery gray case-hardened patina. The action is embellished in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate scroll and floral motifs, punch-dot background shading and underside engraved with model designation. The lockplates are embellished with wonderful detailed forest game scenes of a triumphant bugling elk over his defeated opponent on right and three wild boar on left. The small parts retain about 95% original bright blue and the top lever is neatly engraved with a period monogram “GW”. The triggers show remnants of gold wash and the horn triggerguard and pistolgrip cap rate very fine showing a little edge wear and some thin drying cracks forming. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend with horn tip insert remain in very good plus condition showing somewhat worn original finish, scattered light dings and a minor 3/8” crack behind the left lockplate. The skipline checkering shows some mild honest wear and the stock features slight hog’s back comb, cheekpiece on left, foliate-embellished four-cartridge trap and quick-detachable grooved hard rubber buttplate providing a 14 3/8” length-of-pull. The drilling is mounted with a Zeiss Zielvier scope number “63485” that mounts into the Krieghoff Montage system, the scope in fine condition with a few light dings and handling marks along the exterior featuring German reticle and very good optics that are somewhat yellowed but otherwise serviceable. The mounts are matching the gun and 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. The barrels lock-up solid on-face and the action will require a little mechanical attention as the right lock is not firing but the left lock and the rifle action seem to function normally. Weight with scope is 7 lbs. 4 1/4 oz.
A fine example of the classic Krieghoff drilling. (13D11108-151) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (5000/7000)
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)
LOWENTZ OF VIENNA
rather nice example of an extremely desirable Girardoni System air rifle, one of the most successful repeating air rifle designs of the 18th century which was famously used by Lewis and Clark on their expedition and was also adopted as the Model 1780 windbuchse by the Austrian Army. This commercial gun was made by Joseph Lowentz of Vienna and remains in very good condition, while it is missing its ramrod and magazine assembly it otherwise appears to be complete. The barrel is mostly a mix of gunmetal and graybrown patina showing old light pitting its fulllength that has been cleaned some time ago. The maker markings remain intact along the breech flats, nicely inlaid in silver along with some light foliate motifs. There are remnants of silver solder along the right breech flat from where the maga zine box was once affixed. The lockplate is mostly a pleasant gray patina with some remnants of sil very case-hardened patina and the cock showing a bit more old oxidation and light pitting. The brass action and sideplate are a pleasant mild ocher patina remaining mostly smooth with just a few scattered minor dings, the dual ramrod thimbles and tailpipe a similar patina. The iron butt reservoir retains about 95% of its leather covering that shows some scat tered scuffs, light flaking and edge wear. The leather end cap has detached but is included showing a bit more wear and the exposed section of the reservoir in this area rather heavily
which has mostly toned to a pleasant deep plum-brown patina showing scattered old oxidation and strong damascus patterns throughout. The barrel features a faceted cannon-belled muzzle and fancy arabesque brass inlays throughout its length. The convex semi-bananashaped lockplates are mostly a medium pewter gunmetal patina with some scattered old oxidation staining and light flowing foliate scrollwork. The locks are equipped with unbridled frizzens and graceful hardware, the right maker marked “T. WALLIS” and the left cleverly maker marked in mirror writing. The right cock has a small safety catch and shows an old repair at the top spur and the left lock has a false flash hole with a long forward covered channel that fires into the true flash hole about 3” forward. The remaining hardware is brass consisting of dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with long convex tang, simple buttplate and teardrop monogram plate atop the wrist. These components show some scattered light dings and a pleasant mild ocher patina overall, the plate atop the wrist neatly engraved with a Turkish man in profile and the buttplate neatly inscribed with “No. 20”. The stock appears to be flame-burnt ash exhibiting wonderful bold striping throughout and rating very good with fine character and patina showing some scattered light dings and thin slivers along the forend edges, the mostly noticeable apology being the last 5 1/4” or so of the tip having been reattached some time ago and the repair now starting to come undone. This could no doubt be easily addressed by a competent wood man to make the whole area present much nicer. The forward 10” of the ramrod has been lost to the years, the rear portion still present. The rifle is equipped with rear and front sighting grooves and the locks seem to function normally. A small tag on the triggerguard indicates this arm was once part of the William Keith Neal collection, a prominent British collector, and is pictured and described in his book “Great British Gunmakers 15401740” on pages 194 & 195. It is also pictured on pages 120 & 121 of “Superimposed Load Firearms” by Baxter. Before Neal’s collection the arm is attributed to the collections of Shandon, Weiring Faulder and Alfred Cox. This is an extremely unusual flintlock long arm utilizing the dubious superimposed charge system that waxed and waned in popularity for many decades and it would make a fine addition to any advanced an tique arms or curiosa collection. Made circa 1685, the arm also has fine provenance. (13F11896-83) {ANTIQUE} (6000/8000)
serial #523. This is a very handsome example of these interesting smaller sized crossbows made sometime around the 1760s and were reportedly popular with poachers at the time due to their very
showing very little use. The metal surfaces are an attractive mix of mild gray-brown and pleasant smoky case-hardened patina showing some old mild oxidation staining scattered about. All of the hardware on the bow is gracefully executed with a nice finial at the tip and light foliate scrollwork embellishments along the rear action parts. The arm is equipped with flip-up sights, the rear nicely inscribed and with four apertures for different elevation. The wide forked front sight features an elevation adjustable crossbar with bead in center for sighting. The buttplate is neatly engraved with the serial number “523” and the walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing some light operational wear along the top and scattered areas of tiny dings or impacts that almost appear to be bird shot marks, or perhaps powder post beetle holes but they are mostly unobtrusive and the stock maintains a fine honest appearance overall. All proper hardware appears to be intact and the bow measures, the limbs measure about 26” across and length is 27 1/2”. A lovely an interesting little crossbow that ought to be a fine addition to any antique arms collection or for someone looking for something rather unique and out of the ordinary. (13C11732-26) (3000/4000)
zle and a mostly bright very fine bore showing some old oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. Made by Samuel Staudenmayer, this rifle is in somewhat Germanic stalking rifle-like style, the barrel retaining fine plum-brown finish overall with areas toning to pewter gunmetal and showing scattered areas of old oxidation and a very nice strong wootz-like damascus pattern throughout. There are triple gold bands at the muzzle that show some areas of loss and a decorative gold foliate inlay ahead of the rear sight. The breech plug is equipped with platinum band and blowout plug and is impressed on top with “NORTH SOUTHTON”. The lockplate is mostly a deep smoky gray case-hardened patina with strong maker mark and attractive English foliate scrollwork and dolphin head hammer. The nosecap and fancy wedge escutcheons are silver-plated while the very large squared-off triggerguard is mostly gunmetal gray showing some mild pinprick pitting and light embellishments with pineapple finial. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition showing a little older added finish, a few thin scratches and scattered old dings. There are two small filled holes atop the wrist around the silver escutcheon and the wood exhibits some rather nice fiddleback grain figure throughout the butt. The German silver pendulum patchbox on the right side is neatly engraved with a “W (CROWN) R" on the cover and what appears to be the original horn-tipped hickory ramrod is present. The rifle is sighted with a standing v-notch rear with single flip-up leaf and a later added large steel dovetailed blade front sight that sits behind the original brass front sight that is still present. The sling swivels have been lost to the years and the lock features sliding safety and single set trigger which seems to function well mechanically. A handsome percussion rifle. (13C11896-42) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
bright very fine bores showing some mild oxidation and a little pitting in the right rifle bore which otherwise retains crisp rifling throughout. The barrels and lockplates show an old cleaning now mostly toned to pewter gunmetal patina with remnants of cleaned light pitting and some scattered oxidation. The flat lockplates feature nice beveled edges, faceted pans, unbridled frizzens and fancy frizzen springs, the right plate neatly engraved “A. HUHNSTOCK” and the left “A, HANNOVER”. The walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing scattered light dings and handling marks with perhaps a little older added finish but otherwise retaining a fine honest appearance and nice edges throughout with raised bordering around the hardware and lovely carved foliate motifs. There are nice drop points behind the lockplates along with left-side cheekpiece, brass-strapped wooden triggerguard, sliding wooden patchbox cover and generous horn forend tip. Brass hardware consists of dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, pierced decorative inlay atop the wrist, buttplate with fancy pierced heel extension and plate along the toe line neatly inscribed “No. 4”. The arm is equipped with sling swivels, fine iron sights and what is likely its original horn-tipped ramrod. The set function of the rifle trigger will require some mechanical attention but the lock is otherwise crisp while the left lock half cock notch is worn and not very crisp but holds at full cock. A handsome classic German flintlock combination gun. (13C11896-80) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
About .52 cal, 29” part round part octagon barrel with nice turned and foliate embellished medial at the point of transition, swamped muzzle and a bright very fine bore showing a little mild oxidation in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains about 80% original blue showing some scattered light oxidation speckling and some areas of cleaned pinprick pitting that have toned to pewter gunmetal patina mostly around the breech. The top breech flat shows a nice gold impressed touch mark “(Crown) / A / IN” and a gold impressed star, the breech tang also with an engraved “2”. The slightly curved lockplate is quite fancy with beveled step at rear, beveled edges and full coverage geometric bordering and light scrollwork in the center with maker’s name in riband and gold-washed background shading. The lockplate features beveled pan, unbridled frizzen, graceful cock and fancy frizzen spring. The heavy duty sideplate is fashioned in the style of a lockplate as well and equipped with a sling bar which is missing its front attachment screw. The hardware is all iron consisting of dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with long beveled edge tangs, and buttplate with nicely embellished heel extension. The front sling swivel is present while the rear is missing and the horn forend tip shows some thin chips along either side. The walnut stock rates very fine showing somewhat worn finish with scattered light dings and handling marks from the years otherwise retaining fine edges and raised carvings around the hardware. The stock shows additional nicely executed carved foliate motifs throughout, nice slightly squared-off left-side cheekpiece and sliding wooden patchbox on the right. An antique horn-tipped ramrod is present and the arm is sighted with a wide rear sight and generous silver blade front. The lock is equipped with a sliding safety and seems to function well mechanically. The border town of Deux-Ponts (Zweibrucken) changed hands numerous times between France and Germany over the course of hundreds of years. This is a handsome carabine de chasse. (13C11896-45) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
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 goldfilled 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} (10,000/15,000)
serial #165415, 44 Spe cial, 7 1/2” replacement barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely re volver has been custom “cut through the blue” scroll engraved and the work signed by Grover T. Polsgrove of Georgetown, Ken tucky. The revolver features scroll engraving shaded with fine lines for about 100% coverage. The remaining visible restored and original blue finish and case-hardened colors rate excellent. The grips are a beautiful set of unmarked smooth ivory with nice coffee highlights that remain in excellent condition. This gun features custom brass bead front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, the triggerguard strap and backstrap are numbered to the gun, and there is a factory rework star on the replacement cylinder. Most of the markings re main crisp with the serial numbers on the grip frame softened. A beautiful gun with a different style of engraving. (8C9100-23) {ANTIQUE) [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection] (3000/5000)
SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 44 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER WITH KING SIGHT ASSEMBLY
serial #13794, 44 S&W Special, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright near excel lent bore showing a few pinprick pits with crisp rifling throughout. This is an honest “Triple Lock” which retains perhaps 90% original blue, thinning to silver and showing some fine pinprick pits along the barrel flanks, with handling and high edge wear throughout; there is fine oxidation staining scattered about and the backstrap has toned to an even gray-brown pa tina. The numbered components are all matching and it has been equipped with a King Gun Sight Company No. 111 u-notch rear sight blade and No. 105B ramped red bead reflector front sight, with familiar “KING” maker mark on the right of the front sight. It wears a pair of smooth genuine motherof-pearl grip panels which rate near excellent, being slightly shy nearer the top with a few spots of discoloration and very light wear at the heels. These early large-frame guns have long been desirable, and this is a fine example which remains in excellent mechanical condition. (26B9100-966) {C&R} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection] (2
serial #121694, 22 LR, 6 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1937manufactured Woodsman has been adorned with deep and well-executed foliate scroll and punch-dot shading throughout, with a small portion of the frame being left bare to allow for disassembly. It retains about 98% plus fine reapplied blue, showing faint wear at the crown of the muzzle and left-side frame screw and some unobtrusive pinprick pitting on the butt, hardly worth the mention. Factory markings remain largely crisp and legible though the Rampant Colt, while visible, is quite soft. This pistol retains the standard adjustable sights and
handling wear and discoloration, and included is a single 10-round factory magazine. A highly-embellished Woodsman by an unfortunately unknown artist. (26C9100-1279) {C&R} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection] (1200/1800)
384. CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1853 TROOPERS SABER BY ISAAC CAMPBELL & CO.
34” blade with single unstopped fullers, 40” overall length. Isaac Cambell & Co. was a British firm who supplied arms solely to the Confederacy and its central government. The blade is a silvery gray patina and shows an old light cleaning with scattered fine pitting and oxidation along the forte, the foible is much brighter with cleaned more moderate pitting, there are some tiny nicks along the main edge. The blade is marked “ISAAC & _ _” at the beginning of the spine, the rest of the mark has been lost to time. There is no visible large “G” (state of Georgia private purchase marking) on the ricasso and the “I” is slightly damaged due to improper alignment. The hilt consists of a wide iron three branch guard and knucklebow ending in a flat disc finial and checkered laminated rubber slab grips each fastened by five small domed iron pins. The metal surfaces are dark gray patina with areas of brown and scattered pitting and oxidation. The grips shown moderate wear, handling marks and have swelled, lifting in areas from the tang, there is no buffer washer. The iron scabbard is a bright silvery gray patina with scattered pitting, oxidation, shallow dents, a tiny pinhole along the side where the seam has sep arated and there is no “G” marking visible above the upper ring. An honest very good condition Isaac Campbell saber for the sword or Confederate edged weapon collector. (5B1057533) (1200/1800)
14 bore, 35” barrels with about good bores showing moderate oxidation. This lovely Confederate-modified infantry shotgun remains in untouched “as-found” condition, reportedly recently uncovered by the consignor in a local New Hampshire barn; it certainly has that appearance in every respect. The brass Cook & Brother bayonet mount affixed to the right side barrel is numbered “189” and bears a wonderful honest deep brown patina with some medium ocher tones along the high edges and some scattered old dings from long ago. The attachment and configuration of the mount matches precisely those of other known examples. The barrels and locks are deep brown, almost black, patina showing some very old oxidation, old erosion from cap splash around the nipple bolsters and some smaller areas of lighter oxidation mostly along the locks. Careful removal of the barrels shows them to bear period Birmingham proof marks along with a barrel maker mark “WESTWOOD / MAKER”. Many of these Confederate shotguns were fitted with rifle-musket nipples and sling swivels but this example appears to have retained its commerciallysized components and never seems to have had swivels attached. The lockplates retain some hints of their light foliate scrollwork embellishments and do not otherwise appear to be marked. The fittings are German silver consisting of the tailpipe, oval wedge escutcheons, triggerguard, percussion cap storage compartment along the toe line, buttplate and rectangular monogram plate atop the wrist. These components have largely toned to a very dark gray-brown or almost black patina, the rear tang of the triggerguard showing a small repair from the period. The walnut stock has also darkened considerably from the elements but otherwise remains in fine condition with some scattered light dings, thin slivers around the lockplates and a couple of thin cracks above and below the right lockplate. There are faint vestiges of checkering along the wrist and the stock bears a series of inventory numbers appearing to be “272 / 0” on the right side and what appears to be “60 / 91” on the left side. Numbers such as these are also consistent with other known examples. The original brass-tipped hickory ramrod is also present, its patina perfectly matching the balance of the gun. The right hammer screw has been replaced very long ago and the hammers are a bit out of time but the locks are functional. Cook & Brother of New Orleans was contracted to install these mounts on collected double guns and supply bayonets and scabbards for $9.00 each. Older research attributed these alterations to the Mobile Alabama State Depot but more recent research has uncovered invoices and other proof that it was indeed Cook & Brother who carried out the work. With the publishing of “Confederate & Southern Agent Marked Shotguns” by Pritchard, Jr., Ashworth, Jr., et al. in 2017 only five of these guns were identified. This is an exceptionally rare opportunity for the advanced Civil War or Confederate arms collector to acquire a previously unaccounted for example of these interesting arms. (13E11899-1) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)
good example of a desirable Maton tube lock double that has seen some honest use, the barrels mostly toning to a mix of pewter gunmetal and mild gray-brown patina with scattered oxidation staining and cleaned areas leaving the damascus patterns rather faint. The Manton address along the rib otherwise remains very strong and the undersides show London proofs and matching serial numbers. The tops of the breeches show nice Manton touch marks and platinum bands and the lockplates have mostly toned to a pleasant smoky gray patina. The triggerguard and buttplate are similar showing a few areas of light pitting and some more moderate spots of oxidation. Both lockplates retain strong maker markings and are embellished with nice foliate scrollwork and animal heads integrated into the scrollwork. The right tube cover is an older rather wellmade replacement and the checkered walnut stock rates good as lightly cleaned and refinished showing some old repairs along the right edge of the stock and for about 2 3/4” below each lockplate, the left repair having been lost to the years leaving a 2 1/4” rectangular chip. The locks are functional and what appears to be the original brass-tipped ebony ramrod is present. A very respectable tube lock from this highly regarded London maker. (13C11896-145) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
387. JOSEPH MANTON PERCUSSION DOUBLE COACHGUN
serial #6390, 16 bore, 20 3/4” damascus barrels with bright very fine bores showing a few areas of mild oxidation and some light pitting in the left bore. The barrels of this nice little double have mostly toned to a rich plum-brown patina showing a few small areas of old minor pitting and oxidation with subtle damascus patterns throughout. The barrel rib maker marking remains mostly strong and legible while the undersides show London proof marks and matching serial numbers. The breech plug bears Manton’s touch mark on the right while the left touch mark has been replaced with a thin copper lockplates and distinctive Manton percussion hammers are a similar deep patina as the barrels retaining fine maker markings and nice English scrollwork embellishments and dragon-headed scrollwork. The wide triggerguard shows softened stand of arms motif along the bow and nice pineapple finial. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition having darkened somewhat from the years and otherwise maintaining a fine honest appearance overall with just some scattered light dings, handling marks and the small forend tip insert having been lost to the years, though its pineapple extension is intact. Stock features silver wedge escutcheons and monogram plate atop the wrist, the checkering is mostly strong and the left side has a graceful shallow shadowline cheekpiece. What is no doubt the original brass-tipped ebony ramrod is present and the hammers are a little bit out of time but the locks otherwise seem to function normally. A very good Manton in an interesting configuration. (13C11896-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
undersides show period Birmingham proof marks along with assembly hash marks “III” which match the inside of the stock and heavy duty ramrod. The back action lockplates are a mottled gray-brown patina with remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and both with strong markings “SWINBURN & SON / PATENT / 1861”. The heavy duty clamping barrel band is a deep blue-gray patina while the triggerguard, buttplate and patchbox are a deep plum-brown, the patch box cover with bold “JACOB’S RIFLES” inscription. The checkered walnut stock rates fair-good as-repaired with a competently repaired break at the wrist and a 3” splinter forming ahead of the triggerguard which could probably be better addressed by a competent woodman, along with some other scattered light dings and handling marks. The inside of the stock also shows a small stamped number “648” and the sling swivels and original sights are intact, with optimistic 2000 yard leaf and flip-up leaves for 100, 200 and 300 yards. These fascinating high power double rifles were originally supplied with an equally impressive sword itself about as long as the gun. Invented by General John Jacob, an administrator in India and officer of the East India Company, these spectacular double rifles were designed to fire enormous solid slugs and also special exploding bullets. Jacob’s own testing purportedly suggested that infantrymen armed with these rifles and his exploding bullets could be a danger to enemy field artillery material at distances over 1000 yards. Jacobs intended to raise regiments of his own armed with these rifles, hence the often seen “JACOB’S RIFLES” markings, but he died before its formation. A colorful individual, Jacob is still regarded as something of a cult figure in the region he governed due to his competent administration and development of the area. Jacobabad, a city in Pakistan, is named after him and was where he was based. This is a very respectable example of a rather rare and very unusual British double rifle. (13C11896-32) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)
389. INTERESTING CHARLES JONES PATENT WATERPROOF LOCK PERCUSSION DOUBLE HAMMERGUN
terns throughout. The Charles Jones London address along the rib is rather faded and partially legible while the undersides show period Birmingham proof marks. The action parts, triggerguard and buttplate show an older restored bright blue retaining perhaps 80% with areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and showing some scattered light oxidation. The right hammer is either an old replacement or has had its spur repaired as it is unembellished and a slightly different shape as the original left and the markings ahead of the triggerguard are somewhat softened but legible “CHARLES JONE S’S / PATENT WATER CONCENTRIC SEARS & TRIG GERS”. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good condition showing a thin v-shaped crack forming between the wedge escutcheons, a few smaller drying cracks along the edges and other scattered old dings. The silver monogram plate atop the wrist is embellished with a large eagle. The buttstock shows some hints of nice grain figure, a some what short replacement brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the locks seem to function normally. An unusual British double with concealed in-line-style hammers, a rather small number of which were made from about 1833-1843. (13B11896-13) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
serial #9728, 22 RF, 3 1/2” octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is a very compelling ensemble that was acquired by noted firearms expert and author George Layman in 2006 at a small auction in Connecticut. The included notarized narrative on their acquisition describes the circumstances in detail. Most of the items in the auction were discovered at the Goodspeed Opera House in Haddam, Connecticut. At the preview of the sale, Mr. Layman came across a medium-sized steamship trunk painted with “S.J. Marcus” and various addresses and locations such as San Francisco and Arizona. Inside was an assortment of jewelry, a crumpled felt hat and this Czar revolver, among other wardrobe items. Mr. Layman acquired the revolver, a silver necklace and the felt hat. Within the hat Mr. Layman also uncovered a 1918 Liberty Loan payment card signed by Josephine specifically as “Josephine Earp”. The barrel of the revolver is also specifically identified to Mrs. Earp, being very neatly engraved or perhaps stamped in block letters “TO JOSEPHINE MARCUS” on the left flat and “SAN.FRANCISCO” on the right. Mr. Layman’s narrative indicates it remains a mystery who may have presented this little revolver to her or how one of her travel trunks ended up staying in a Connecticut opera house for a hundred years, perhaps it was sent there for a pending performance during her days as a dancer and theater performer and never returned. After moving to San Francisco as a child, she ran away “looking for adventure” at the age of 14 but much of her early years remain shrouded in mystery and much of her own accounts are now viewed as a clever weaving of historical truth and fiction and there is evidence she worked as a prostitute in the West under an alias. In the controversial memoir “I Married Wyatt Earp” it is stated that Josephine married famous lawman Wyatt Earp in 1892 on a yacht but no official public record of their marriage has ever been uncovered but they undoubtedly lived together as common law partners for about 46 years until his death in 1929. Josephine claimed to have heard the gunshots at the O.K. Corral while sitting at home. After Wyatt’s death Josephine worked to protect his image and the privacy of their life in Tombstone. Indeed, many photos attributed as being of Josephine are only “believed to be” and entire analytical studies have been undertaken by enthusiasts online to pin down photos of her. A heavy gambler, she died penniless in Los Angeles on December 19, 1944 aged 82 or 83. George Layman wrote an extensive article on this revolver in the October 2006 edition of “Wild West” under “Guns of the West” headline. After George Layman, this ensemble passed to Larry Zeug who portrayed a member of the “Red Sash Gang” in the 1993 blockbuster “Tombstone”, intress Dana Delany portrays Josephine Marcus. The revolver itself remains in excellent condition retaining about 98% original nickel finish with a small flake in the loading cutout. The cylinder and base pin are gold-washed retaining about 90% finish with some light flaking and oxidation speckling along the cylinder. The hammer and trigger show lovely case-hardened colors and the revolver is factory embellished with light foliate motifs and wavy zigzags. The checkered black hard rubber “T&R” grips rate excellent and the action seems to func tion well mechanically. The silver necklace is quite attractive as well with fine silver wire detailing and five pendants with silver plates affixed, a heart in the center, that are lightly engraved with small Egyptian scenes. The brown felt hat is in popular Western style with four-crease crown and tan grosgrain ribbon. The sweatband is rather torn and mostly lost and the hat is a bit crumpled from the years with a few old stains and discolored areas. Finally the “Third Liberty Loan of 1918” payment card rates fine showing some noticeable tears along the edges and one piece of a corner missing but it is otherwise whole. The revolver is pictured and described on page 463 of “Wyatt Earp A Biography of the Legend” by Lee Silva. Also included are the aforementioned notarized letter and a Tombstone production photo of Larry Zeug, autographed by Mr. Zeug. This is a fascinating ensemble for the dedicated Wild West collector. (13F11833-1) {ANTIQUE} (7000/9000)
391. WALTHER PP 50TH
SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #304, 380 ACP, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This unit is number 304 out of 500 units manufactured to commemorate fifty years of the iconic PP; this example retains 99% blue and gold finishes showing only a minute handling mark or two with some areas
toning to brown under direct light. The frame, slide, and barrel show crisp “(eagle) / N” proofs, and the rightside frame shows an importer mark and expected 1981-date code. The carved walnut grips feature handsome German oak leaf motifs and remain excellent showing little if any wear, and are both numbered “304” on their interiors. Included is a single 7-round factory magazine which remains excellent as well as the carved wooden presentation case which echoes the same German oak leaf design and remains excellent. A high condition and limited variant to commemorate the venerated Walther PP. (26B11728-299) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
392. WALTHER PP 50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
factory magazine and carved wooden presenta tion case with green felt interior and base which remains in excellent condition. A handsome and high condition commemorative for the collector. (26B11728-298) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #480, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rimfire pistol is number 480 out of 500 units manufactured to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the famed PP. It retains 98-99% original blue, with all of its gold and inlaid elements remaining bright and excellent
SCARCE “U” PREFIX GERMAN P.27 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY CZ
serial #U2820, 32 ACP, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol retains about 90% original blue and phosphate finishes, showing light handling wear and scattered areas of cleaned oxidation and pinprick pitting, and the small components retaining handsome straw. The checkered brown onepiece Bakelite grip with CZ emblem remains excellent, and the pistol retains the standard serrated blade front and “unstaked” V-notch rear sights. The top of the slide is marked “BO HMISCHE WAFFENFABRIK A.G. IN PRAG” with no adjacent number, the left-side frame shows an “(eagle) / 4”, and the barrel shows a crisp “(eagle) / cross” on the exposed face and an “(eagle) / WaA76” on the underside. “U2820” has been electro-penciled onto the frame and sideplate; these variants are pictured and described on p.60-62 of Still’s Axis Pistols and are speculated to have been training or pre-production military test pistols. Included are
collector which presents a fine opportunity for further research. (26B11766-18) {C&R} (2000/3000)
MAUSER
serial #3632f, 9mm, 4” barrel with an about good lightly pitted bore. The metal surfaces of this 1938-dated pistol retain about 65% original thinning blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, the gripstraps toned to a gray-brown patina, and areas of pinprick to light pitting primarily along the barrel. The small parts retain very good hot salt blue with light wear on some of the high edges. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with a chip below the safety lever, some light handling marks, and general softening of the checkering, and the interior of the right grip is stamped with a small “(eagle) / 655”. The metal markings remain crisp, the receiver and barrel showing “(eagle) / 63” waffenamts and droopwing eagle firing proofs, and the numbered parts are matching the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blued-bodied aluminum-base magazine showing some light wear and some dings to the base, the base numbered “4040c” and marked with an “(eagle) / 63”. An honest S/42 for the Luger enthusiast. (14A11728-175) {C&R}
REVOLVER NO. 1 BY PAUL PIQUETTE
serial #SWC0001, 44 Magnum, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful revolver was specially engraved by master engraver Paul Piquette in 2000 to commemorate the Smith & Wesson Collectors Association and was auctioned in that year at the SWCA meeting in Knoxville, originally acquired by SWCA member Bill Cross. The revolver was displayed at the 2001 NRA show and 2003 SWCA meeting and also featured in the Spring 2003 SWCA journal. The embellishments are very lovely and tasteful featuring finely detailed flowing foliate scrollwork and acanthus leaf motifs with a light borderline along the frame. There is a nice double silver band along the rear of the cylinder and silver bands along the barrel at muzzle and breech, and the foliate engraved front sight, screw heads and the cylinder release are silver-plated. The sideplate also features a 25th anniversary silver plate and a boldly engraved “No. 1”. Paul Piquette’s signature is neatly engraved along the right edge of the frame above the triggerguard. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original deep polished blue perhaps showing one or two tiny handling marks. The hammer and trigger show vibrant case-hardened colors drifting somewhat to smoky gray and the revolver wears a fine set of smooth ivory grips with silver-plated S&W medallions in excellent condition showing a mild patina and subtle grain striations. The revolver includes its original SWCA-branded presentation case lined in blue velvet. Also included are a cylinder rubbing and acetate transfer of the engraving, a key, one of Mr. Piquette’s original engraving chisels and signed letters from Bill Cross and Paul Piquette confirming its special status. This is a lovely and very tastefully executed piece by master Paul Piquette and a unique opportunity for the dedicated Smith & Wesson Collectors Association member. (13D11730-1160) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (7000/9000)
395. EXCELLENT CASED & ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 29-6 SWCA 25TH ANNIVERSARY
PISTOL
serial #35903, 38 AMU, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This rare pistol shows very little if any use and retains about 99% plus original blue and anodized finishes. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition. It features a Baughman ramp front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. This pistol includes a single five-round magazine similar to the later 38 Special Model
Smith & Wesson to develop a reliable mid-range target pistol. The Army had developed the 38 AMU cartridge, essentially a semi-rimmed 38 Special Wadcutter, due to functioning problems of the rimmed case. Ultimately, 87 guns were completed in 1960 to be designated as the Model 39-1 with ten unmarked guns sent to the Army, the remainder sold on the commercial market. Management at Smith & Wesson feared confusion and decided to designate them the Model 52A. This is a unique opportunity to own a rare and collectible pistol in superb condition. (8B11730-1050) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 10-5 U.S. CONTRACT DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #C904260, 38 Special, 2” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Military & Police revolver appears virtually as-new and retains about 99% original blue while the service trigger and hammer display bold case-hardened
factory label, the opposite end in grease penciled “U.S. ARMY” with serial number below it, and there is a Butterfield Auction tag indicating this gun is from the “S&W Museum Collection.” A superb example of military contract gun in wonderful condition. (8C11730540) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
CONTRACT REVOLVER
serial #C815074, 38 Special, 2” pinned barrel with an excellent bright bore. It is believed that only 12-18 overrun 1966 French Police contract guns were sold in the U.S. and this one remains in as-new condition. The most significant change from the standard Military & Police Airweight revolvers is the sliding safety on the sideplate, resembling a double ended improved flat latch that is slid forward to lock the action. The metal surfaces of this lovely revolver retain about 99% plus original blue and anodized finishes. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory round butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. This gun is sighted with a Baughman ramp front sight
the advance Smith & Wesson or police firearms collector. (8C11730-585) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000) RARE
SMITH & WESSON MODEL
CONTRACT REVOLVER
serial #K520484, 38 Special, 2” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The bulk of the 15,205 revolvers purchased by the U.S. Air Force were in the 1962-1963 time period. Unfortunately, most of these Air Force guns were later destroyed in Brunswick, Georgia, making the few surviving specimens a rare find for the advanced military arms collector. This fine example retains about 95-96% original blue, the backstrap toning to smoky gray with light edge wear and handling marks. The replacement .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory square butt Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and remain very good plus condition with light diamond point wear and handling
rel target revolver and the company responded by slightly altering the Model 15 frame to accept the larger barrel, lengthening the rear sight leaf to contact the base of the Baughman ramp front sight, left the backstrap smooth, and designated it the Model 56. This later became the Model 15 two-inch and the Model 56 designation was never used again. A factory letter outlines the above and indicates this gun shipped on May 10, 1963, to the United States Government, Robbins Air Force Base, Georgia. A very desirable col lectible and an envious acquisition for the advanced collector. (8C11730-587) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
400. 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) (25,000/30,000)
serial #3544, 38 Super, 5” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore with an area of light pit ting and oxidation just back from the muzzle and otherwise strong ri fling. This early 1929-made pistol shows bold contemporary embellishments in full coverage featuring wide detailed flowing foliate scrollwork throughout with punch-dot background shading, zigzag and wavy line bordering and small starbursts. The work is further accented by a few thin gold line inlays in select areas the scrollwork continues onto the polished breech area of the barrel along with some light bordering on the magazine floorplate. There appears to be a very small engraver’s mark atop the slide just ahead of the ejection port but it is difficult to interpret and the grips were not removed as they are quite tightly fitted and seem a bit fragile. The work is otherwise very nicely executed and the metal surfaces retain about 99% post-engraving pol-
ished blue showing a few sparse remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The small parts show a deep iridescent fire blue finish and the original factory markings are mostly strong. The pistol wears a set of an tique mastodon ivory grips fitted with gold Rampant Colt medallions that rate about very good plus showing attractive patina and crackling overall. There are some thin flakes and a few more noticeable cracks forming, namely on the right panel above the top screw that ought to be restabilized. The slide is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame beneath the firing pin retainer and one original magazine is included. A bold and rather ornate pistol for the Colt collector or 38 Super enthusiast. (13C11523-129) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000
NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY
serial #312247, 32 WCF, 4 3/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some light pinprick pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise strong rifling. This 1910-made revolver was shipped in a two-gun shipment on January 8, 1910 to McIntosh Hardware Co. of Albuquerque, Territory of New Mexico and remains in very good condition having seen some honest frontier use. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a deep gray and medium gunmetal
patina showing some scattered old light dings and a little lightly cleaned pinprick pitting. The triggerguard retains a few flakes of original bright blue in the protected edges while the frame and hammer show generous silvery case-hardened patina. The factory markings remain intact and strong throughout and there appears to be a set of lightly engraved initials along the left frame bolster. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing some scattered light scuff marks and dings with otherwise strong Rampant Colts. Both panels appear to be pencil-numbered on their interiors “7497” and their fit is good. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically ex hibiting a little minor play in the lock-up. The included factory letter confirms the revolver’s features and shipping destinat A solid smallbore Albuquerque-shipped Colt. (13C11523-104) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5
serial #321373, 32 WCF, 4 3/4” barrel with a mostly bright about good bore showing light oxidation and rather worn evident rifling. This 1912-made revolver was shipped in a two-gun shipment on March 23, 1912 to McIntosh Hardware Co. of Albuquerque, Territory of New
Mexico through Win chester Repeating Arms Co., who through the period of 18951915 Colt were obliged to use as western export agents. The revolver shows honest frontier use with the metal surfaces toning to a mix of dark gray and gunmetal patina showing a bit of scattered pinprick pitting and a few areas of touched-up blue along the barrel and grip straps. There are some old light dings mostly along the left side of the frame around the hammer screw hole and the frame and hammer retain some gener ous silvery case-hardened patina with a few wisps of color in the protected areas. The original markings remain intact and mostly strong and the butt shows a set of later neatly engraved initials in folky font that reads “CMF”. The muzzle also shows some rather endearing moderate muzzle wear from holster use. The revolver wears a rather nice smooth antique ivory grip with silver Colt med allions showing a mellow patina and attractive lengthy thin age checks on either side. The grip appears to be un-numbered and otherwise fits well and the right side shows a lovely carved New Mexico state seal. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically exhibiting a little minor play in the lock-up. The included factory letter confirms the revolver’s features and shipping destination. A very good smallbore Albuquerque-shipped Colt with a nice grip. (13C11523-116) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)
NEW MEXICO SHIPPED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER INSCRIBED TO GOV. MIGUEL
serial #278832, 44-40, 4 3/4” barrel with a bright very fine bore, one of the grooves with an area of moderate old pitting and otherwise mostly crisp rifling throughout. This 1906-made revolver has been expertly restored retaining about 99% factory quality bright nickel finish showing just a few sparse remnants of pinprick pits beneath the finish one must really search for, otherwise the metal surfaces were masterfully prepared with all factory markings unmolested and remaining crisp. The
ishing. Miguel Antonio Otero was the governor of the Territory of New Mexico from 1897-1906. The revolver wears a set of smooth un-numbered mother-of-pearl grips that rate very fine showing a small shallow chip along the top edge of the right panel and a couple of thin cracks form ing, one more noticeable that has been repaired along the left panel. The serialized parts are matching and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped in nickel finish, 44/40 with 4 3/4” barrel and stock type not listed, in a two-gun shipment on June 28, 1906 to McIntosh Hardware Co. of Al
405.
VERY FINE A.P. CASEY INSPECTED
COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY MODEL REVOLVER
serial #18667, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a wonderful and completely honest example of an 1875 production A.P. Casey inspected Cavalry model. The revolver shows proper small "C" inspector's markings on the top of backstrap behind hammer, periphery of cylinder, front of triggerguard beneath serial number, bottom breech end of barrel, forward portion of the ejector rod housing and on right side of the grip butt. The proper early slanted barrel address remains crisp as do all the matching serial numbers on the cylinder, frame, barrel, triggerguard, backstrap and inspector's initials. The metal surfaces of this revolver are wonderful. The left side of the frame is marked with the twoline patent mark and a crisp "U.S.". The condition of the revolver is wonderful with the barrel and ejector rod housing showing perhaps 20% original blue blended with a pleasing smooth brown patina, the surface is fabulous with feathering still visible around the front sight. The cylinder is similar in appearance and has several small patches of concentrated pitting, which could very well be caused from blood protein. These patches are old and not at all obtrusive. The frame is a wonderful smooth and even pewter gray color, the result of faded original color case-hardening blending with a smooth gray patina. There are a few scattered small patches of old light oxidation here or there but they really just add to the honest nature of this revolver. The grip straps are similar to the barrel with generous traces of original blue blending with a pleasing smooth brown patina. All screwheads remain clean and unmolested over the years. The one-piece walnut grips show light dings and handling marks with a bit of added oil finish over the years. The left side of the grip still show a mostly legible "APC" cartouche and the straps are a bit proud of the grip in some areas. The backstrap inlet of the grips is numbered "8667" in black ink. This is a wonderful example of an early U.S. Martial Single Action Army produced in 1876 during some of the most intense of the Indian War years. Don't sleep on this one. (1E11874-70) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (12,000/18,000)
EARLY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CIVILIAN MODEL REVOLVER
serial #14641, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an extremely attractive revolver that after careful inspection appears to a be a period, likely factory refinish. All of the finishes show proper age with blending to brown patina that only comes with age. The proper early slanted barrel address remains fully legible but a tiny bit light. The top line of the two-line patent mark on the frame is light as well. The backstrap number is perhaps lightest of the marks but the gripstraps show wonderful age and light wear from the years with a lovely patina blending in. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 85% lovely blue with feathering no longer visible around the front sight. The cylinder retains about 65% blue blending with a pleasing smooth brown patina and matching number "4641" on the periphery. The frame shows 85% period color case-hard ened finish which has darkened over the years. The grip frame shows perhaps 60% original blue with worn areas showing a pleasing smooth gray brown patina. The one piece walnut grip rates very good with lots of varnish remaining and with a triangular shaped repair on the left side which appears a bit darker than the balance of the grip. The revolver shows little use and is mechanically crisp, cycling properly and locking up tightly. A very handsome and early Civilian model Colt Single Action. (1B11874-77) {ANTIQUE} {Alan J. Gaines Collection]
(6000/8000)
CUSTOM ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY
serial #189856, 32 WCF, 5 1/2" barrel with a fair bore with pitting and evident rifling its full length. This revolver has been engraved in full coverage relief scroll with punch dot shaded background. The revolver was sold some time back at Julia's and the engraving was suggested to have been done in the orient, likely because it had carved dragon grips on it at the time. Mr. Thrash's notes state that it was done by Cole Agee. The writer does not think that this is Cole Agee's work, it could have been done in Mexico but it is of only moderate quality. The metal surfaces of the revolver have been finished in full silverplate. The revolver retains about 90% of that silver plated finish which is taking on a nice tarnish and has a pleasing appearance. The screwheads have all been "checkered" which is an unusual treatment. The revolver is fitted with a pair of mother-of-pearl grips which show nice age and fit well. The revolver cycles and locks up crisply. The revolver comes with a factory letter showing shipment to Wyeth's Hardware in St. Joseph, Missouri in October of 1899 as part of a five gun shipment. This is an attractive custom engraved single action in beautiful full silver plated finish. (1B11523-120) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (4000/6000)
due to improper storage over the years. The pistols are equipped with adjustable set triggers which set but presently do not always release the cocks. Each pistol retains period and likely original horn tipped hickory ramrods. A very respectable pair of American flintlock pistols by this sought-after Baltimore maker. (1D11874176) {ANTIQUE} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (10,000/15,000)
408. RARE PAIR OF AMERICAN FLINTLOCK PISTOLS BY HASLETT OF BALTIMORE
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-
a pair of keys and the fittings are of iron, the triggerguard with attractive acorn finial. The smooth walnut stock with flat-sided 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 mono gram 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 rear sight and silver blade front. The lock with set trigger seems to function well mechanically pistol from this well-regarded London maker. (13A11579-2) {ANTIQUE}
410. 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
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. Th checkered walnut stock remains in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining strong original varnish and showing a crack ahead of the lockplate and some other scattered light dings. Hardware fit remains excellent, the checkering is quite cris 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 u-shaped 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} (2000/4000)
rifle is in classic German form, the metal surfaces embellished with fine quality detailed scrollwork, the upper tang with a small dog’s head, the rear of the lockplate with an attractive buck game scene and the patch box cover with a very fine scene depicting a pair of hunting dogs bringing down a boar. The lockplate is also neatly engraved “JOHN C.J. MEYER. BALTIMOR” (sans “E”). The horn finger rest remains in very fine condition showing a few tiny spots of insect damage while the checkered walnut stock remains in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned showing a few small neatly repaired cracks and tiny chips with a small crack along the right edge forend. The checkering shows light wear, there is a left-side cheekpiece and the wood is a little shy of the nickel-plated buttplate and the patchbox. The rifle is sighted with a large aperture disc tang sight and target globe with fine post front. There is a peculiar vacant hole in the center of the lockplate, perhaps once holding some sort of hammer rest safety, the nipple is a more modern replacement and the set trigger will require some mechanical attention as it currently does not set. The lock otherwise seems to function well and what appears to be the original false muzzle is included. A very good German-style Baltimore rifle. (13B11108-90) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)
piece was attached, as its size necessitated two-piece construction. The smooth walnut forend is also very good plus showing some light foliate carving. Stock also features right-side thumb rest and there is a German silver shield monogram plate at the toe that is neatly engraved “BEN / DOYLE JR / 1944” no doubt the enterprising GI who brought this rifle back from Germany. The rifle is sighted with fully adjustable aperture tang sight and protected bead-on-post front sight and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. An attractive classic German schuetzen rifle with an elaborate stock. (13B11108-70) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collec(1200/1800)
413.
ATTRACTIVE AUSTRIAN REVERSE LOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY JOHANN SPRINGER
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-
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, small areas of light crosshatching, bordering and fine matting atop the action, the work appears to be unsigned. The top lever is also only checkered on the left side which is a bit unusual but has been observed on other Midas guns. The safety “S” is not inlaid in gold but the pins and trigger are gold-plated and the action features the characteristic Midas gold line border inlaid scenes with gold game birds left, right and bottom. The stocks are very fine featuring straight grip deluxe walnut buttstock and schnabel threepiece forend, 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-line-checkered 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 resting about 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. This is a very fine and attractive Superposed, very desirable in 28 gauge. (13E11974-1) {MODERN} (10,000/15,000)
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 tangmounted 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 drop the hammer and a likely replacement brass-tipped hickory ramrod
Bindschedler listed in Stockel circa 1840-1860. An attrac tive heavy schuetzen rifle from the banks of Lake Zurich. (13D1180414) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (3000/4000)
serial #71843, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 30” ventilated rib barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this 1959-vintage shotgun retain about 97-98% original blue with some light wear on high edges and contact points and a few minor handling marks. The coin finished frame is in near excellent condition with some fine freckling here and there, and is adorned with Browning Grade II (later Pigeon) engraving with fine foliate scroll, floral bouquets and flying pigeons, and relief engraved oak leaves flanking the lever. The trigger retains about 75% gold finish with the right side of the face toned to a silvery patina. The checkered round knob pistolgrip stock and forend are in very good plus condition with an easily missed 1/4” hairline crack behind the upper tang and a handful of light handling marks including a minor ding to the right forend woodline. The stock is fit with a Pachmayr White Line ventilated recoil pad which stands a bit proud at the heel and a touch shy at the toe, giving an about 13 3/8” length of pull. The factory markings remain crisp, and the barrel 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 robust ejectors, and is sighted with a Bradley-style white bead front with a small white bead mid rib. The bottom barrel shows light honing to the choke, opening it from the factory full (denoted by the lone “*” on the breech) to the current modified choke. A lovely Grade II Superposed for the Browning enthusiast. (14B11799-2) {C&R} (1800/2200)
(10A11933-1) {C&R}
(1800/2200)
with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this 1965-manufacturedd retain about 96-97% original blue with scattered light handling marks and some operational wear along the lower tube near the forend. The frame and triggerguard retain a similar percentage of original blue with areas showing contact point and high edge wear toning to gray with specks of scattered fine oxidation staining while the trigger retains 97-98% of its gold finish. The frame, lever, and triggerguard feature standard Grade I foliate engraving. The checkered walnut round knob pistolgrip stock and forend rate near excellent with expected light handling marks. Length of pull measures 14 1/8” to the hard rubber buttplate. The barrels lock up tightly and on-face with the lever coming to rest slightly right of center. A handsome example of these Belgian-made over under shotguns manufactured just prior to the salt wood era.
serial #25899S70, 12 ga, 30” ventilated rib barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98-99% original blue with a touch of operational wear ahead of the forend, the gray finished receiver is in excellent condition and highly decorated with extensive foliate scroll engraving around a pointer retrieving a pheasant on one side and a setter retrieving a duck on the other, with more game birds engraved on the belly and triggerguard, and the right panel is signed “A. Marechal”; The gold trigger retains almost all its finish. The forend and barrels are numbered to the shotgun. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock and beavertail forend are in near excellent condition with a minor handling mark or two and very light crazing of the high gloss finish, and shows lovely wood grain figure. The shotgun locks up tightly with the lever coming to rest right of center and features a single selective trigger, nonautomatic safety, ejectors, a factory ventilated recoil pad which gives a 14 3/8” length of pull, and the shotgun is sighted with dual white beads. A stunning 1970-manufactured Pointer grade Superposed. (14C10187-45) {C&R} (4000/6000)
419. SALTER & VARGE SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN
der and full with mostly bright very good bores showing scattered spots of oxidation and light pitting. The barrels show two sets of London proofs, one indicating a reproof for 2 5/8” shells. They retain perhaps 90-95% original blue with light handling marks, spots of oxidation staining and minor carry wear. The action is adorned with floral pattern engraving and shows splashes of case color with the balance toned to a dark pewter patina with areas fine oxidation staining. The checkered walnut English-style stock and splinter forend rate very good plus showing an older light cleaning with light handling marks under an added finish. There is an unengraved silver monogram plate inlaid along the toe line and the length of pull is 14 1/4” from the checkered hard rubber buttplate with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The forend has an Anson style release and the shotgun weighs 5 lbs and features dual triggers, an automatic safety, a single steel bead front sight and lockup remains tight and on-face with lever coming to rest near center. An attractive English smallbore that has spent some time afield. (10B11855-13) {C&R} (2000/3000)
420. 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 / D EMING. N M". 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] (7,000/9,000)
421. FINE TOOLED 19TH
LEATHER MEXICAN LOOP PATTERN HOLSTER BY SHELTON-PAYNE ARMS CO, EL PASO TEXAS
This elegant open top loop holster with flared skirt has a flowing floral pattern on the holster with double-stitched border, and nicely done basketweave pattern about the full length skirt, and is a rich russet-brown color. The loop is marked “Shelton-Payne Arms Co / El Paso, Texas” as is the brass snap on the keeper strap. This holster was made for a Colt Single Action Army with a 7 1/2” barrel and remains in a fine state of condition with all stitching intact and markings remain clearly legible with its only apology a nicely done period alteration to the keeper strap. This alteration involved filling a small punch hole from the keeper snap base which is no longer present and adding a hole to the strap so it would accommodate the hammer spur converting the strap onto a hammer thong. The Shelton-Payne Arms Co. was located in the iconic Merrick building located in El Paso, Texas built by John Steward and William Carpenter in 1887. Charles Merrick ran a tailoring and clothing business from the first floor until it was repurposed during the Mexican revolution into a major arms company retailer known as SheltonPayne Arms Co. This is a beautifully crafted tooled holster from an iconic retailer with historical significance that has been well cared for. (10C11523-152) [Jim Thrash Collection] (2000/4000)
SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO
This vintage holster is paired with a 38 loop car tridge belt that is unmarked but appearing to be of the same period. The belt will hold a total of 38 .45 caliber cartridges and the holster fits a Colt Single Action Army “Sheriffs Model” re volver with 3 1/2” barrel. The one-piece holster has steel rivets showing light oxidation staining and the leather remains supple with overall scuffing, light crazing and still legible but slightly washed mark ings on both the holster and pouch. They are marked “A.D. Seitzler & Co / Makers / Silver City New Mexico”. The holsters edges are secured with traditional single-line stitching that appears complete. The cartridge belt measures 39”x2” and shows overall craz ing and scuffs with all loops intact and the “Ranger” style buckle has toned mostly a gray-brown patina. This is an honest, likely period matched rig from a well-re spected saddlery company based right in the middle
both seem to be made with the same integrity. All things marked A.D. Seitzler seem to spur great interest amongst the “Western” collecting community. (10B11523-143) [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)
and has a single line stitched border along its top edge. The holster with full length skirt has a single line stitched seam with rope pattern tooling connected by rosettes and fits a Colt Single Action Army revolver with a 7 1/2” barrel. The leather remains supple with light scuffs and mild crazing with all stitching intact. This desirable western rig was made by the saddle company “that made Miles City Famous”. The Furstnow brand produced wonderful leather products fitting many real life and big screen cowboys with the essentials they needed to succeed. They produced goods from 1894 to 1982 with the help of his son-in-law Al Moreno and his grand son. This is a fabulous money belt rig for the western enthusiast. (10C11523-135) [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)
LOOP HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT RIG BY H.H. HEISER OF DENVER COLORADO
This lovely reddish-brown colored right hand two-loop holster with full length skirt has a single lined stitched seam with large flowing floral pattern with smaller floral pattern border. The hol ster is for a Colt Single Action Army Revolver with a 7 1/2” bar rel. The belt is maker marked on the billet near the large nickel “Ranger” style buckle and is soft but legible and there is a 1 1/2” money slot behind the buckle. The belt measures 47”x3 1/2” with 96 loops for 44 caliber cartridges and has a single line stitched border along its top edge. The leather is supple with light crazing and the holster is pat terned very similar to the one on the cover of Richard C. Rattenbury’s book Packing Iron. This is a handsome rig from a well-known Col orado retailer circa early 1900’s. (10C11523-136) [Jim Thrash Col lection] (2000/4000)
425. FINE TOOLED S.A.A. HOLSTER BY EL PASO SADDLERY CO.
This dark brown holster is for a Colt Single Action Army with 4 3/4” barrel. The holster has single line stitched seam with geometric pattern borders and basket weave pattern about the body and inside flap with maker’s name in a large oval above the loop. The loop is anchored with a steel rivet and leather rosette secured by leather bindings. The holster shows light to moderate scuffing and wear along its exterior with its interior lining mostly intact. A great turn of the century example manufactured by one of the oldest leather holster makers. (10B11523-142) [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)
426. TOOLED LEATHER OPEN TOP HOLSTER BY JOS. SULLIVAN OF FORT BENTON MONTANA
This dark russet colored right hand holster is for a Colt Lightning revolver with 3 1/2” barrel. The holster has a single line stitched border with intricately carved borders and alternating “barb” pattern checkering surrounding an oval with “Jos. Sullivan / Maker / Ft. Benton MT”. The leather remains supple with light scuffing along its surface and all stitching is intact. The hammer thong holes have been filled likely during the period of use and the holster remains in a fine state of condition. Jos. Sullivan operated his saddlery out of a small shop on Front Street in town making fine leather goods to include several hundred saddles for the North West Mounted Police. His shop was in a building affectionately known as the “Treaty Saloon”, having been used for the signing of an Indian treaty and housing a saloon before it became the saddlery. A handsome turn of the century holster made by a famous Montana saddlery shop. (10B11523-147) [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)
comfortable target revolver chambered in 22 LR. Up until 1915 these revolvers were stamped with a special Bekeart serial number from 1 to about 3000 until this practice ceased, though the model was still produced for many years until being succeeded by the Model 35. This revolver bears Bekeart serial number “1” stamped on the base of the left panel and the included factory letter confirms it is the first example made and shipped on June 11, 1935 with a special notation “Hold for Phil Bekeart”. As noted earlier, the revolver has seen honest use, perhaps by Mr. Bekeart himself, and retains about 60% original bright blue with scattered areas of somewhat haphazardly cleaned old light pitting and oxidation, areas along the triggerguard, frontstrap and left side of the frame more moderate. The hammer and trigger retain good case-hardened colors with some scattered old oxidation and all markings remain intact and strong. The checkered walnut extended target grips with gold S&W medallions remain in very good plus condition showing just some light dings and handling marks. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered matching the frame and the “1” on the base of the left remains strong. The remaining serialized parts are matching and the proper target sights are intact. The firing pin spring will need to be replaced but the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically. This is a wonderful piece for the collector of these desirable models. (13D11730-660) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #1, 38 Special, 4 3/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver is a wonderful showcase of fine Spanish gold damascening art, beautifully embellished in full coverage with fine geo metric bordering, foliate motifs and dragons. Ob viously intended for the American market, the right side of the frame features a lovely U.S. Federal Eagle with detailing picked out in fine colored enamels. The re volver remains in near excellent condition showing a bit of oper
gold “BH” medallions and rate excellent. The serial number “1” is found on the inside right frame beneath the grip, underside barrel and on cylinder beneath ejector star. The revolver includes what appears to be an original dark greenish-blue cardboard box that rates very good showing some moderate flaking and edge wear; it does not bear any markings or labels. A simply outstanding Spanish revolver. (13D11730-1072)
{C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (5000/7000)
429. EXTREMELY RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 73 C FRAME DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #P1389, 38 Special, 2” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an excep tionally rare and interesting revolver which Smith & Wesson developed in 1973-1974 to compete with Colt’s similarly sized 6-shot offerings. The frame size is between a J and K frame, with a factory designation of “C Frame”, and features J-sized grips and a K-sized 6-shot cylinder. The revolver was designed by Don Fogg and Harold Shipley and the factory would pro duce 5000 units in 1975, but after deciding not to market them almost all of them were destroyed; Roy Jinks in dicates only five were released from the factory. The gun features three screws, frame-mounted firing pin and due to the new frame size and its interaction with the sixshot cylinder, the cylinder bolt had to be relocated to the right edge rather than being centered on the inside of the frame in order to properly interact with the stop notches. We sold the experimental example of this model in Auction 141 as part of the Donald C. Fogg collection, whereas this example bears a production serial number. It is also rather interesting with its snub nose configuration and ejector rod housing simply open at the end. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue showing a little minor operational wear and a hint of slight fading along the backstrap and bow of the triggerguard. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and the checkered walnut “banana”-style grips with silver S&W medallions remain in excellent condition showing a few light handling marks mostly along the bases. The included factory letter confirms the above information and history of this model and also indicates that this revolver was shipped on January 14, 1976 to Roy Jinks for further testing. An exceptionally rare and unusual Smith & Wesson reMODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #T1053, 38 Special Wadcutter, 7 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a unique T-prefix experimental target pistol circa 1960 chambered in 38 Special Mid-Range Wadcutter and equipped with a heavy bull barrel and slide rather like the Model 41. The action is locked breech, short recoil utilizing a rising locking block at the rear of the slide resembling a cross between the Bergmann and P.38 locking systems. There is a rather long exposed slide release on the right side, thumb safety on left side and rather simple takedown system with a knurled plunger at the front that you push in and rotate to remove the recoil spring and guide rod. The pistol appears to have seen little use and retains about 97-98% original blue and black anodized finishes showing some mild operational wear and a few light handling marks. All markings remain intact and crisp, the top of the slide hand-engraved by the factory with the cartridge designation and the floorplate hand-stamped with cartridge callout. The other markings are otherwise applied as standard factory roll marks. The checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions and flared bases remain in very good plus condition showing rather worn original finish and some scattered light dings mostly along the bases. The pistol includes its original magazine and is sighted with adjustable square
notch rear sight and undercut Pat ridge blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp single action pull. The factory T-series records indicate this gun was logged in on February 8, 1960 and details the particulars of the pistol’s construction. An interesting piece for the advanced Smith & Wesson or target pistol collector. (13C11730-1052) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
431. EXCELLENT CUT-AWAY U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
the cutaway at the gas port, and an otherwise bright excellent bore. Sections of this rifle have been neatly cut away to display the internal workings, including at the trigger group, gas port, and operating rod, which still function mechanically. The metal surfaces of this educational rifle retain about 95% gray-green arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, some light handling marks, and areas toning to brown. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good plus con dition with a few scattered light dings, a tiny surface crack between two cutaway sections, and a light crack just above the woodline behind the rear handguard band clip. The handguard is lightly stamped “60”. The original receiver markings have been partially removed by a cut away section, the serial number restamped below on the edge of the receiver, and the visible drawing numbers are all from Springfield Armory. The standard open sights are intact with the front sight screw still sealed and the rear sight with lock-bar drums. A fine instructional rifle for the martial collector. (14C11730-1296) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000)
EARLY U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #6201, 30-06, 24” 11-50 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1938-vintage rifle retain about 98-99% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with some light silvering on high edges and contact points. The walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition as lightly cleaned and refinished with scattered light handling marks, a light circled “P” visible behind the triggerguard, and is otherwise unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear and the small parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, including the unrelieved operating rod. The rifle features standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Approximately the first 50,000 M1 rifles produced were of the “Gas Trap” variety, capturing the gases as they left the muzzle to actuate the rifle, and were later upgrade as the improved gas port design was adopted. An early piece of M1 production, well suited to a martial collection. (14A11846-6) {C&R} (2000/4000)
about 98% original gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points and some scattered spots toning to brown. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in near excellent condition with a small chip next to the band spring and a few light handling marks. The sling cut is boldly stamped “P-U”, a similarly bold circled “P” on the underside of the pistolgrip, and the right side of the butt shows a clear boxed “UEF / GHD” cartouche and Ordnance Wheel; the handguard is also “P-U” marked. The receiverceiver, operating slide, and trigger
round magazine in excellent condition showing light operational wear. An excellent example of an early Underwood M1 carbine.
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The barrel and full length magazine tube retain 98-99% original blue while the action, lever and crescent buttplate retain similar amounts of vibrant case-hard ened colors. The checkered hand-rubbed deluxe walnut stock and forend rate excellent and features 24 line per inch checkering. The rifle is sighted with a raised white bead front, adjustable sporting rear, and a Lyman No.1 combination tang sight. An attractive and desirable custom order gun from a talented maker. Included is a Doskosport hardcase. (10C118628) {MODERN} (5000/7000)
(14B11923-9)
(1800/2200)
original blue toning to a pleasant gray-brown. A few small screws are replacements and the rear barrel band screw head has broken from its threads but is still present. The action is mostly toning to a nice silvery case-hardened patina with scattered smoky colors and some particularly attractive original vibrant colors in the protected areas around the saddle ring. The action shows a few light dings, namely along the forward area left-side action, and the bolt retains about 70% original bright blue. The plain walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition showing a little added oil finish, scat tered light dings and a neatly repaired 4 1/2” crack along the right side of the wrist. The car bine is equipped with a Lyman tang peep sight, standard carbine rear sight and pinned German silver blade front. The action and lifter operate a bit sluggishly but otherwise seem to function normally. A very good example piece modeled after a desirable configuration. (13B11523-31) {ANTIQUE} [James Thrash Collection] (2000/4000)
(10B11872-100) {MODERN}
(3000/4000)
serial #44995c, 30-06, 28” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Mauser K98 action and custom barrel retain 97-98% quality reapplied blue with all markings remaining mostly crisp with some scattered specks of fine oxidation staining. The bolt remains bright and is matching numbered to the gun. The follower has been nicely jeweled. The rifle is stocked with a fine grade of walnut
right side of the grip with the initials “CH” and it is bordered by coarse checking. The gripcap fits slightly proud as does the Niednerstyle buttplate which gives a length of pull of 13 3/4” to the commercial adjustable trigger. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman globe front with globe insert, Lyman receiver sight without aperture disc, and has target blocks for optic mounting. Interestingly in Petrov’s book Custom Gun Makers of the 20th Century he mentions these makers in the “More Not Well Known & Unknown” section. This “byf / 43” marked custom rifle is in a fabulous chambering and remains in a very nice state of condition. (10C11855-6) {C&R} (1200/1800)
J.P. SAUER &
Laufstahl barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores and 25” rifle barrel with bright excellent bore. The barrels, lever and triggerguard retain 98% original blue and are lightly engraved. The coin-finished scalloped frame rates excellent with extensive engraving including foliate scroll, and game scenes. The right side shows a fox and waterfowl, the left side a bull Elk and cow, and light scroll along the belly. All markings remain crisp and the barrels are importer marked. The checkered pistolgrip walnut stock with left side cheekpiece, ebony gripcap and forend rate very good plus with scattered light handling marks. There are minor impressions near the rear sling swivel and the wood shows attractive grain figure throughout. The gun features pinstyle cocking indicators, sideclips, Greener safety, double triggers, top mounted barrel selector, and Greener crossbolt. A handsome German-made combination gun chambered in popular cartridges. (10B11757-109) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
SOHN MODEL 3000 LUXURY GRADE
range vernier tang sight with aperture. The front sight has some light flaking to its finish, perhaps the only visible loss noted on this fine rifle. Other features include engraved screws with fire blued escutcheons and a fire blued single trigger. Included is the original walnut presentation case which features a green felt lining and includes a factory belt buckle and the original paperwork along with the Shiloh catalog from 1988 with lists the features and options of the Montana Centennial series rifles. A wonderful piece of American craftsmanship, rifle #001 in this series was presented to President Ronald Reagan. With a total of only 100 of these fine presentation grade rifles having been built this is an excellent opportunity to own one of these finely crafted western style commemorative rifles. (4B11872-102) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
The rifle remains in as-new condition and features a blued barrel with a fiber optic front sight and rear sight ramp with sight notch at its peak. The receiver is French gray and features engraved foliate bordered game scenes with gold inlays signed by “Jean H. Diet”. The right side features a roe deer while the left has a bugling elk. The lower right corner of the right side of the receiver is numbered “31/100” in gold, the lower right corner on the left side bears the -
serial #49670, 243 Win, 20” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with some light handling marks that are mostly visible around the front sight. The bolt body remains bright and the handle is numbered to the receiver on its underside. The fulllength, checkered walnut Montetures a satin oil finish with some lovely figure. The
both a bolt safety and top tang safety. The factory markings remain crisp and the date code indicates manufacture in 1965 and t rifle was imported by Stoeger. This is a lovely sporting rifle package in a terrific caliber. (4B11941-1) {C&R} (2500/3500)
443. STEYR MANNLICHER-SCHOENAUER MODEL 1961 MCA BOLT ACTION CARBINE
ACTION REVOLVER
serial #MM34242, 45 Colt, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful revolver remains virtually as-new. The stainless steel surfaces of this 1992-manufactured gun rate excellent. The checkered finger groove synthetic factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun
front sight and white outline adjustable Accro rear sight. This gun in cludes a factory hard case with picture sleeve that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and paperwork. The case, picture sleeve, and pa perwork rate excellent although the sleeve has some light marks. A superb example in wonderful condition. (8B11759-10) {
445.
EXCELLENT ENGRAVED HIGH STANDARD 50TH ANNIVERSARY REVOLVER WITH SINGLE DIGIT SERIAL NUMBER
serial #44M002, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1977 commemorative revolver features one third coverage light scroll engraving with punch dot shading. There is a raised gold inlay of a knight with outstretched sword on the right side. It retains about 99% plus original blue. The smooth one-piece factory walnut target style grips rate excellent. This gun features a serrated
insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and paperwork. A must have low number commemorative for the collector. (8B11759-5) {C&R} (2000/3000)
remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces rate excellent while the service trigger and target hammer remain bright. The check ered rubber factory Pachmayr Presentation grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions. This gun is sighted with a serrated red ramp front sight and white outline adjustable Accro rear sight. It ap pears to have seen minimal use and remains a fine acquisition for the dedicated collector. (8B1175913) {MODERN}
Styrofoam
446. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
447. COLT PYTHON HUNTER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #55987E, 357 Magnum, 8” barrel with an excellent bore. This 1981 revolver remains in excellent condition and retains about 99% original royal blue. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The original stocks have been changed out for factory checkered walnut third type target grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions. The
gun features the original serrated red ramp front sight, white outline Accro adjustable rear sight, the original Leupold scope has been changed out for a Leupold M8-2x extended eye relief scope with standard turrets, clear optics, and duplex reticle. The Hunters were only made of one year and (2000/3000)
FREEDOM ARMS MODEL 83 FIELD GRADE
double Mag-Na-Ported barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver has seen light use, the stainless steel surfaces remain in about excellent condition with scattered light han dling marks. It sports factory Pachmayr Presentation grips with Pachmayr medallions and they rate excellent. This gun features an interchangeable factory bead front sight, the rear sight has been re moved for a scope mount, and is factory fitted with a pair of sling swivel studs. It features a Leupold M8-2X extended eye relief scope with clear optics featuring duplex reticles. The Model 83 is highly regarded by the shooting, collecting, and hunting communities for their precision and craftsmanship. (8B11759-18) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
449. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
light edge wear. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate about ex cellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark remains crisp as are the other markings. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine. A fine gun for your collection. (8A11728-936) {C&R} (2000/2500)
450. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #407702, 45 ACP, 5” replacement High Standard barrel with an excellent bore. This 1918 pistol has toned to smoky gray with a few strong wedges of original blue in the protected areas and scattered light to moderate handling marks. The double diamond checkered factory walnut grips rate about good for the left panel and fair for the right panel showing light to moderate diamond point wear, handling marks, and a 3/4” wide horizontal notch cut into the right panel. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and the “[eagle] / S16” inspector mark remains crisp as do the other markings. It includes a single Risdon Tool & Machine two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned base. An honest Great War Colt. (8A11728-916) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1924 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #868, 32 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with a near excellent bore showing minor scattered frosting. This fine late production gun shows light use and retains about 97% original blue with scattered light handling marks, edge wear, and several small but perhaps moderate scratches on the backstrap. The smooth walnut grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are both numbered to the gun, they rate about very good plus
This gun features fixed sights and finger safety under the triggerguard. This was a more streamlined version of the earlier Model 1913 in a more readily available cartridge but did not sell well taking nearly 12 years to sell the entire pro duction of 957 guns. It includes an unmarked factory seven-round magazine. An unusual opportunity for the collector to add one of these scarce guns to their collection. (8B11722-5) {C&R}
(2000/3000)
U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #178845, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a bright very fine bore showing some minor pinprick pitting and crisp rifling throughout. This early war (1917) pistol has seen honest use over the years and retains about 30-40% original blue, the remainder toned to mix of gray, brown, and blue showing edge wear, scattered spots of light pitting, and handling marks. The double diamond checkered walnut factory grips appear to be Remington UMC replacements that rate good plus showing handling marks and worn diamond points. The slide markings have the Rampant Colt between the patent dates and slide address, which were found on later guns, and the inspector mark on the barrel is the intertwined HP. Finish and wear on both of these are commensurate with the remainder of the pistol and is likely a frame that was assembled later. All the controls are appropriate for the period of manufacture and Major Stewart’s inspection mark remains crisp as do the other markings. The pistol includes a period U.S. Model 1917 leather flap holster dated 1918, the maker is worn and positive identification is difficult but it may be Grafton & Knight. The holster rates good to very good with strong stitching, moderately light wear, crazing, and wear on the flap. It also includes an American Pin Co. marked two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate, and a single Colt two-tone magazine with pinned floorplate. The cyanide dipped section of the Colt magazine has toned to mostly gray with pitting. A fine 1911 for your collection. (1500/2000)
slide, barrel, locking block, and frame while midway on the right side of the slide there is a military Waffenamt mark “[eagle] / 359”. This gun features the later military blue with about 85% remaining with moderate thinning to blue-gray patina, some light scattered pin prick pitting, and handling marks. The brown phenolic resin factory grips remain in near excellent condition with light handling marks. The slide shows proper Walther banner and other commercial markings. The slide, locking block, and barrel are numbered to the gun. It includes a single “P38” marked eight-round magazine. A scarce and desirable pistol for the advanced collector. (8A11923-5) {C&R} (2500/3500)
452.
453. SCARCE GERMAN ARMY WALTHER HP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #38867, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with scattered light pinprick pitting showing strong rifling throughout. This 1911manufactured revolver retains about 70% restored arsenal grade dull blue, many areas have toned to brown or gray
scattered pitting and handling marks. The smooth service trigger and service hammer retain strong nitre blue in the protected areas with the face of the trigger worn to pewter while the sides of the hammer have staining but overall are bright. The smooth unmarked factory walnut grips rate very good with light handling marks.
Rinaldo Carr’s sub inspector stamp and Major Baker’s inspector mark remain strong.
The revolver has a rework number under the extractor star, rework mark “K” on the thumb latch, and retains the lanyard loop. A salty but desirable M1909 that has seen some honest use over the years.
(8A11923-6) {C&R}
455. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
serial #2390266, 45 ACP, 5” Flannery barrel with an excellent bore. This late war pistol retains about 97% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear and handling marks. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and
seven-round magazine. A excellent example for your collection. (8A11728-942) {C&R} (1800/2200)
Model serial numbering. This fine 1937 pistol retains about 85% plus original blue, most of the loss is due to high edge wear and the straps thinning to pewter in addition to handling marks. The fully checkered factory walnut grips rate about very good with light diamond point wear and handling marks. This pistol features a half-moon front sight, drift adjustable rear service sight, checkered short trigger, the slide is correctly numbered to the gun under the firing pin stop, and it is correctly marked with National Match nomenclature. It includes a Colt marked seven-round magazine. A fine National Match showing light use over the years. (8B11728-271) {C&R}
COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL PREWAR NATIONAL MATCH
457. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
serial #971870, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a very good plus bore showing faint frosting the first half inch of the barrel. This 1943 pistol retains about 96% original Parkerized finish showing light
around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and other markings remains crisp. It includes a General Shaver Division sevenround magazine with welded back and floorplate. An excellent example of a Rem ington. (8A11728-941) {C&R} (1800/2200)
checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, re inforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and the other markings remains crisp. It includes a Risdon Tool and Machine Co. seven-round magazine with welded back floorplate. An excellent example of a Remington. (8A11728-286) {C&R} (1800/2200)
459. SCARCE &
EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1924 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
muzzle wear, minor freckling on the backstrap, and a
to the gun, and rate about good plus with handling marks. This gun features fixed sights and finger safety under the triggerguard. This was a more streamlined version of the earlier Model 1913 but did not sell well with a scant 957 guns produced. It includes an unmarked factory seven-round magazine. A fantastic opportunity to add one of these scarce guns to your collection. (8B11903-16) {C&R} (2500/3000)
460. LOW NUMBER & UNUSUAL SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT CLUB PISTOL
serial #0, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Model 1891 Club gun remains in excellent condition with about 98-99% factory restored blue showing very light muzzle wear. This gun has an unusual feature, an added rim shield covering the entire extractor effectively acting like a rebated chamber found on a revolver. The smooth trigger is polished to in-the-white while the triggerguard and hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors. The un-numbered diamond checkered walnut factory extended target grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate near excellent showing a tiny chip on the nose of the right panel by the medallion. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, the barrel is not marked Model of ‘91, and barrel to frame fit is tight. The gun usual first model parts although the cut for the hand is present but the hand is not. This gun bears a June 1944 rework date and a refinish mark while the barrel, ejector, and top latch are numbered to different guns, each having different numbers from one another. This is a beautiful factory restored pistol. (8A11730-191) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
461. PRE-WAR COLT SUPER 38 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #16209, 38 Super Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol has been beautifully refurbished and retains about 99% quality restored blue with a few old pits showing under the new finish. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate very good plus showing scattered light diamond point compression and handling marks. This
tory letter that indicates it shipped as described on August 10, 1934, to Isaac Walker Hardware Co., Peoria, Illinois, in a one gun shipment. The pre-war Super 38s are a desirable collectible and this is a beautifully restored example. (8B11902-1) {C&R} (2500/4000)
SCARCE & DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 16 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
pinned heavy barrel with an excel lent bore. This scarce four-screw 1958-manufactured K32 Masterpiece has seen light use and remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue, most of the loss to a small worn spot on the cylinder with other minor edge wear. The service trigger shows strong case-hardened colors while the .500” target trigger has outstanding swirls of color. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition showing a tiny ding on one diamond point on the left panel. This gun is sighted with a Patridge
front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory two piece gold box that is end labeled to the gun but the grease pencil serial number is no longer visible. The box rates near excellent with scattered light storage marks. With just over 3600 guns produced this is a rare and desirable variant. (8B11730-497) (2500/4000)
463. EXCELLENT & RARE SMITH & WESSON 32 REGULATION POLICE POST-WAR HAND EJECTOR TARGET MODEL REVOLVER
finish. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered stepped factory walnut grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. This five-screw I-frame features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has the post-war hammer block safety. A wonderful example of these scarce and desirable Target Models. (8B11730-481) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
serial #5494, 357 Magnum, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful revolver appears to be virtually as-new and retains about 99% original royal blue. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue finish while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut first type grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition with a few insignificant handling marks. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and early “flattop” Accro adjustable rear sight. A factory letter indicates this gun shipped as described on October 4, 1957, to Vimar Jewelers, 3516 White Plains Rd., Bronx, New York. You will search long to find a Python in nicer con(6000/8000)
465. RARE SMITH & WESSON 38 REGULATION POLICE TARGET MODEL HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
patent date and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Patridge front
Dale & Gale, 302 Broadway, New York City. The name Brochers appears on the invoice and Mr. Jinks theorizes he was the one who ordered the guns through this dealer. Mr. Jinks also reported that this is the only 4” barreled Regulation Police Target he has ever seen in the company ledgers. The 1926 sale price was also quite high, leading him to believe this was a one-of-a-kind gun built for a customer willing to pay any price to have this rare gun constructed. A rare variation for the advanced collector. (8B11730-592) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/4000)
466. RARE U.S. MODEL 1872 FIRST VARIATION CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER WITH EARLY U.S. ARMORY MARKINGS
34” slightly curved blade with narrow and broad stopped fullers, 39 1/2” overall length. This is a lovely, seldom encountered Cavalry Officer’s saber with a broad fuller that stops square at the ricasso and a larger hilt that is 1/8 lb. heavier than the later unstopped fuller models. The blade remains overall bright with some fine oxidation and light freckles, more so along the foible. The blade is nicely etched with scroll, Federal Eagle clutching olive branch and arrows below a draped E. Pluribus Unum banner and stand of arms on the obverse side while the reverse side is etched with large early style sans-serif “U.S.” centered between scroll military panoply and "U.S. / Armory / Springfield / Mass." at the rear of the fuller. The hilt has a fancy brass three-branch guard that is cast-in-relief with sunburst, eagle, thirteen stars, Phrygian pommel with shield, laurel leaves and rayskin covered wood grip wrapped in braided brass wire. The brass surfaces retain about 80% original gold wash, the exposed brass showing a pleasing ocher patina. The brass wire remains tight with the wrapping showing some very light wear and the buffer washer shows cracking with light verdigris forming on the exposed metal surface. The metal scabbard is toning to bright silver showing generous amounts of original nickel with a couple light dings and spots of light oxidation. The brass mounts have a smooth tarnished patina with good traces of original gold wash, the hangers are decorated with laurel leaves and the tip chape has a sunburst and solid brass drag. An exceptional scarce stopped fuller 1872 saber in excellent condition overall. (5C11730-1624-6) [Peter DeRose Collection] (3000/5000
467. U.S. MODEL 1880 FIELD & CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
33 1/2” slightly curved blade with wide and narrow unstopped fullers, 39” overall length. This is a nice early 1900’s made saber, the blade is nicely etched with scroll, panoplies of arms, Federal Eagle with “E PLURIBUS UNUM” riband on the obverse side with “U.S.” in Old English script, cannon, scroll and panoply of arms with four line “SPRINGFIELD / ARMORY / SPRINGFIELD / MASS. U.S.A.” marking at the rear of the fuller. The blade remains mostly bright with some scattered pinprick flaking, oxidation and light scabbard marks, the oxidation slightly more visible along the main edge and ricasso. The etching remains crisp and retains strong traces of original gold wash. The hilt has a brass triple branch guard decorated with sunburst, eagle, thirteen stars and laurel leaves, Phrygian pommel with shield and a shagreen covered grip wrapped in braided brass wire. The brass surfaces retain strong gold plate with some very fine flaking and age staining along the edges. The wire wrapping remains tight, shagreen covering shows some small pin holes exposing the wood grip and the red buffer washer shows light wear but remains mostly intact. The steel scabbard retains 95% cloudy original nickel with scattered fine oxidation and a few shallow dings and dents. The mounts retain good amounts of original gold wash, the hangers are decorated with laurel leaves and the sunburst tip chape with bi-metal drag has no visible inspector initials. A near excellent later 1880 Field & Cavalry saber. (5A11730-1624-5) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
468. RARE WALTHER HP “VARIATION 1” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH GERMAN ARMY MARKINGS
serial #13771, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing minute frosting and robust rifling throughout. This is a scarce and interesting HP, retaining about 92% original high polish blue and showing scattered handling and high edge wear, light oxidation staining and the main apology being an area of mottled finish loss along the underside of the barrel toning to graybrown patina. The barrel,
and appears to be devoid of any other markings excepting the serial. The right-side slide shows a crisp “[eagle]/359” just under the ejection port and the frame, slide, barrel, and locking block are all matching. The grooved phenolic resin grips rate excellent showing only some light clouding with the interiors showing crisp, matching markings. Included is a single unmarked blued magazine which rates very good plus. Still’s Axis Pistols estimates Wehrmacht procure ment numbers of this high-polish variant at roughly 2,400. A very fine example of a scarce and desirable variant for the martial collector. (26B11934-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)
469. U.S. MODEL 1903 GALLERY PRACTICE 22 CALIBER HOFFER-THOMPSON RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
quenched case-hardening with light oxidation, touches of light wear on high edges and contact points showing areas flaking to a graybrown patina, and the bolt shroud has a nice case-hardened gray patina. The straight grip walnut buttstock and concave handguard rate very good plus with overall dings and handling marks one would expect from a well-use training arm. The stock is marked with a clear “J.F.C.” boxed inspectors marking on the left of stock, though no circled P proof. The rifle retains the standard open sights and appears to function well mechanically. A very desirable piece for the budding or seasoned 03 collector. (31A11730-1324) {C&R} (1500/2000)
470. U.S. MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
6666, 30-06, 24” 4-11 dated Springfield Armory barrel with lightly oxidized bore and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The exposed portion of the barrel retains about 85% arsenal blue with moderate wear toning to a dark gray-brown oil-quenched case-hardening, with light oxidation, touches of light wear on high edges and contact points showing areas flaking to a gray-brown patina with the bottom metal and barrel bands retain about 90% with light oxidation to a gray-brown patina. The bolt shows light oxidation with areas flaking to a nice patina, and the bolt shroud has a nice case-hardened gray patina. The attractive walnut stock with grasping grooves is in excellent condition with lovely raised grain and a few minor handling marks, showing a crisp boxed “J.F.C.” cartouche on the left side and a serifed circled “P” firing proof behind the triggerguard. The left side shows the light remains of the stenciled name of “BUTLER”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the checkered steel buttplate shows signs of light oxidation and touches of light wear. The proper sights are intact, and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a nickeled oiler, stored in the butt trap, 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. (31A11730-1380) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
29/30, 2025
serial #1368194, 30-06, 24” 1-38 dated star gauged Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The exposed portion of the barrel retains about 98% original rust blue thinning slightly under bright light, the bottom metal at 80% with light oxidation to a brown patina, and the barrel bands retain about 95% original 98%
parkerized finish with touches of light wear on high edges, the raceways burnished bright. The bright-polished bolt rates very fine showing only light operational wear and appropriate original armory polish and feathering and is DC pencil-numbered to the gun on its top surface when the bolt is closed with the bolt shroud a very nice case-hardened gray finish. The Style B American walnut pistolgrip stock and handguard rates very fine with light handling marks from the years and a nice red-russet finish with a crisp circled P firing proof to the rear of the triggerguard. The Type 1 smooth buttplate has drifted to a very nice gunmetal gray with touches of light wear. A check of SRS records shows a delivery date of 26th of September 1931 to the DCM Rifle Sales and confirmed in Frank Mallory’s “Summary of DCM Rifle Sales 1922-1945” as a “NMA1”. The 1-38 dated barrel was likely NRA-installed and shows star gauge number “A274”. The rifle retains the standard open sights with front sight cover and appears to function well mechanically. As it sits this is a lovely National Match rifle in an extremely fine state.(31A1173 0-1323) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
472. ANTIQUE IRON MONKEY TAIL SWIVEL CANNON
About 1 3/8” bore, heavily oxidized and encrusted, bored roughly 18” deep. A rather nice relic 18th-century rail cannon, appearing very much to be something that was diver-recovered, the exterior now sports a heavy coat of black enamel, beneath which is moderate and heavy pitting. The length from muzzle face to cascabel is about 22” and there was a nice curved monkey tail tiller attached during the period of use, now appearing to actually be a part of the gun due to all of the encrustation and oxidation from the years. The trunnions are slightly lower than the center of bore and are roughly 1 3/8” in diameter and about 1 3/8” in length.
The cannons architecture shows a flared muzzle, simple chase between two astra gals, two further astragals in the trunnion area with a simple chase to the rear astragal just in front of the touch hole. The touch hole is oxidized and filled from the years and the overall length muzzle face to end of tiller is about 25 1/2”, weighing in at about 45 pounds. Any markings have been lost to the moderate and heavy oxidation. The cannon sits in a modern-made yoke, painted black to match, which rests in a nice softwood display base. Very seldom do these genuine antique swivel cannons come up for bid, this is a very honest example worthy of a perhaps slightly more authentic naval display base. [Extra Shipping Will Apply] (3B10120-2) {ANTIQUE} (4000/6000)
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] (1500/2000)
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 lock plate 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 trigger guard 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 hash marks. The walnut buttstock is in near excellent condition retaining essentially all of its original varnish with just some scat tered 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 sport ing 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 shot gun 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] (3000/5000)
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 buckhorn-style 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] (1000/1500)
cellent 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, full-length 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] (1800/2200)
477. FINE COLT NEW SERVICE TARGET MODEL REVOLVER
serial #325816, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome 1926-made revolver retain about 95% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered tiny spots of light oxidation staining and pinprick pitting along the sides of the barrel and more noticeable scattered about the cylinder. The frame is taking on a slight plum patina under bright light and the checkered trigger and back surface of the hammer retain full blue finish. The ejector rod head retains nice strong case-hardened colors, the sides of the hammer remain bright, all markings remain crisp and clear and the gripstraps show proper deep diamond checkering. The checkered walnut fleur-de-lis grips with silver Colt medallions are ink-numbered matching the frame and remain in excellent condition perhaps showing one or two tiny handling marks. The checkering remains crisp and the grip fit is excellent. The crane is matching the frame, the factory target sights are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically with excellent timing and lockup. A lovely target model for the Colt collector. (13C10187-16) {C&R} (4000/6000)
478. SMITH & WESSON FACTORY ENGRAVED 32-20 HAND EJECTOR TARGET MODEL OF 1905 SECOND CHANGE REVOLVER
serial #45054, 32-20, 6 1/2" barrel with an excellent bore. This revolver features nearly full coverage relief floral scroll engraving with open presentation panel on backstrap. There is a wonderful monogram on the bottom of the frame just ahead of triggerguard which
a lovely appearance. The revolver features a lovely set of carved steerhead mother-of-pearl grips with applied dark eyes. The grips rate excellent showing proper age and shape but they fit a little over in some spots. The hammer and trigger show beautiful faded original color casehardened finish. The revolver is sighted with a white beaded blade front and adjustable target rear sight. A fine factory engraved Smith & Wesson hand ejector target revolver. (1C10187-67) {C&R} (2500/3500)
479. WONDERFUL COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX
lug ventilated rib heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful revolver is as new in-the-box with stupendous condition. The revolver retains about 99% plus original nickel plate. The serrated service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel plate. This gun is equipped with checkered factory walnut type III target grips featuring gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a blue finish Patridge front sight, blue finish Colt Elliason
with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and a manual. The box rates about fair to good showing moderate edge wear, one dust flap is missing, and there is a 4” tear on the label end of the box. A truly excellent find for the dedicated Python collector. (8B11313-16) {
480. SAN FRANCISCO
HEAVY HALFSTOCK PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY ALOIS SCHNEIDER
old oxidation and pinprick pitting. The top flat shows very fine matting, the rear with softened Remington markings and the rig marked. The breech shows triple gold line inlays and the large swirling bolster a gold blowout plug. The back action lock is a medium gunmetal patina and rather spartan being just maker-marked “A. SCHNEIDER”. Barrel is affixed with a single heavy duty wedge and the trigger plate retains some generous vibrant case-hardened colors. Fittings include a heavy pewter nosecap that shows some light polishing, German silver fancy spur triggerguard, heavy schuetzen buttplate and thick toe plate. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very fine condition showing some light dings and handling marks, the forend with a few neatly executed repairs mostly along the edges of the left side. The checkering is mostly strong and stock fit remains very nice, the left side featuring a rather scant cheekpiece in the pointed leaf-shaped style German California rifles. A gold monogram plate is inlaid into the cheekpiece neatly engraved with likely the original owner’s name “W. SCHMIDT”. The rifle includes its false muzzle with acorn sight-blocker and showing some light pitting and handling marks along with a brass starter. A somewhat long brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present as well and the rifle is sighted with a long tube wide disc tang sight, u-notch sporting rear iron sight and target globe front with fine bead on post. The lock is single acting with hair firing trigger and seems to function well mechanically. This rifle is pictured and described on pages 314 & 315 of “The American Percussion Schuetzen Rifle” by Hamilton and Rowe. A very attractive and classic California heavy schuetzen rifle. (13D11108-74) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)
its distinctive bulbous rear action swooping down, however the lever mechanism is a bit more involved than is typically seen with spring-loaded locking catch that curves gracefully around the bottom of the lever. The barrel retains about 60% original blue fading to gray-brown patina and showing scattered areas of old oxidation. The action retains perhaps 75% nice vibrant case-hardened colors again with some scattered mild oxidation and drifting to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina. The action is embellished with some attractive tasteful scrollwork and crosshatching atop the tang. The walnut stock and forend remain in very good plus condition, the left side of the wrist with an old about 3 1/2” u-shaped crack that shows a period crossbolt and small pin repair and otherwise just some scattered light dings. The stock features carved foliate cheeks and a generous left-side cheekpiece, the forend with carved scallops at the rear and a lovely dogs head tip with glass eyes. Equipped with sling swivels, adjustable tang sight with wide disc and adjustable protected bead on post front sight. The double set triggers seem to function well mechanically. A nice German Martini action schuetzen rifle. (13C11108-19) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)
an additional rack marking “A/93” just ahead of the barrel date on the top flat. The left barrel flat has numerous symmetric small impact dings, clearly made by the same object. There is a two leaf rear sight in place and a non-standard square base pinched style “tombstone” front sight soldered to the barrel. The lockplate would appear to be the type III low arch with an 1863 date at its rear and “CS/Richmond VA” along its front edge, also showing uniform “applied” pitting along the lockplate, the hammer appearing to be naturally oxidized and pitted. The “CS” marking is quite deep with the Richmond portion being quite a bit lighter, the whole marking heading uphill slightly. The internal lock parts show some assembly numbers. The brass nosecap is affixed with a screw and there is moderate pitting on the triggerguard, the brass buttplate appearing to be newer manufacture and neatly aged. The stock rates very good as lightly cleaned and sanded years ago with the remnants of a left side “ESA” cartouche on the stock flat. The forestock and rear portion of the stock have been joined beneath the rear barrel band, the joint plainly visible in the barrel channel when the barrel is removed. The small raised portion of wood just ahead of the milling for the Maynard tape primer mechanism arm has been dressed down to clear out that milling, removing it making the inletting appear to be correct for a Confederate-assembled stock. All of the work was neatly done and the mechanism seems to function well mechanically. A neatly adapted tulip-head ramrod is included. A very convincing facsimile Richmond carbine. (3B10206-18) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
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. Lengthof-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} (2000/3000)
483. AUGUST FRANCOTTE SIDEPLATED SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN RETAILED BY VL&D
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 onface 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} (2000/3000)
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 case-hardened 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 LEN GERKE & DETMO LD” 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 lining 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} (1500/2000)
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
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} (3000/4000)
487. GERMAN SYSTEM STABIL SCHUETZEN RIFLE WITH CROSSOVER STOCK BY ADOLF FROHN
matted and grooved at the rear and the Frohn maker mark ings 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 me chanically. A nice and interesting example of a scarce system. (13C11108-38) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2000/3000)
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
GERMAN WEATHERBY CROWN CUSTOM MARK V BOLT ACTION RIFLE
engraved in the expected factory embellishments featuring lovely wide detailed foliate scrollwork flowing along the barrel for about half its length with more foliate scroll along the upper tang, bolt shroud and floorplate. The floorplate is also very nice inscribed with the family name “Tirrell” and elaborate family crest. The bolt body ribs remain mostly bright showing some mild operational wear and the underside of the barrel beneath the stock shows J.P. Sauer & Son markings along with “Nr. 7225”, matching serial number “P15348” and 1966 German proof date. The checkered walnut stock features lovely contrasting maple pistolgrip cap and forend tip with dark hardwood spacers and bold oak leaf carving bordering the checkering. The stock rates excellent showing a couple of tiny handling marks and a very thin grain drying crack along the right side of the buttstock that is unobtrusive. The stock shows some lovely grain figure throughout the butt and features nice semi-rollover left-side Monte Carlo cheekpiece and sling swivel studs. The grooved synthetic ivory buttplate is Fajen-marked and provides a 13 1/8” length-of-pull. The rifle is fitted with a Leupold Vari-X III 3.5x10 riflescope in very fine condition showing a few tiny dings along the exterior and featuring duplex reticle and very fine optics. An excellent high grade Weatherby in the popular 300 chambering. (13C11822-10) {C&R} (4000/6000)
489. LOVELY
Black Velvet finish. The receiver retains 99% original satin nickel finish with a few light handling marks on the right side with each side of the receiver displaying an attractive engraved game scene with a bear and moose on the left and a pair of mountain sheep on the right. The satin nickel finish on the triggerguard displays touches of light wear on high edges and contact points with the finish darkening forward of the triggerguard due to handling. The checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock and forend with schnabel-style tip rate very good plus with a few handling marks on the rig of the stock. Imported from 19882002 by Autumn Sales Inc. located in Fort Worth, TX, this innovative rifle is equipped with a 360 degree radial locking system, a straight pull action, an interchangeable barrel system, and sear-free trigger mechanism. Included is an additional 22”, 9.3x62 Mauser barrel with bright excellent bore, bar rel removal tool, two (2) Blaser onepiece saddle scope mounts with 1” rings, owner’s manual and a very handsome Blaser-marked lockable hardcase with a compartmentalized blue velvet liner. This is truly a firstclass hunting rifle. (31D11956-2) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
Imported and distributed from 2002-2006 by SIG Arms located in Exeter, NH, this innovative rifle is equipped with a 360-degree radial locking system, a straight pull action, an interchangeable barrel system, and sear-free trigger mechanism. Included is an additional 22”, 338 Win Mag barrel with integral Blaser one-piece saddle scope mounts with 1” rings, spare magazine unit, barrel removal tool, owner’s manual and a handsome Blaser-marked black lockable hardcase with a compartmentalized red velvet liner. These rifles are considered some of the finest-shooting rifles on the market today. (31D119563) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
serial #BC-02634, 7mm Rem Mag, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore with integral Blaser one-piece saddle scope mounts with 1” rings. The satin-finished receiver retains 99% original nickel with attractive tight scroll engraving on each side flat and is marked “S IGARMS” on the left-side. The remaining metal surfaces retain 99% original Black Velvet finish with a couple light handling marks. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend with schnabel-style tip rates excellent with lovely raised grain.
491. BLASER R93 PRESTIGE STRAIGHT PULL BOLT ACTION RIFLE TWO BARREL SET
492. BLASER R93 LUXUS STRAIGHT PULL BOLT ACTION RIFLE TWO BARREL SET WITH EXTRA PROFESSIONAL GRADE STOCK AND ACTION
serial #BC-05799 (rifle) and #BX03169 (stock and action), 300 Weatherby Mag, 25 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore and .22-250 Rem, 23” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrels and bolt of this handsome rifle retain 98-99% of their original black velvet finish with perhaps a tiny handling mark or two. The action retains 99% of its original matte nickel finish with wonderful game scene sideplates and rates excellent. The right plate shows a wooded scene with opposing rams and the left side a bear and moose with woodland background. The checkered deluxe grade capped pistolgrip walnut stock and forend with schnabel-style ebony tip rate excellent showing exceptional rolling grain figure throughout with perhaps a light handling or rack mark. Both barrels are fitted with factory one-piece bases with 1” low-profile rings and have no other provisions for sights. The rifle features a 360-degree radial locking system, 3 round internal magazine, and bolt mounted safety. The spare Professional action with black polymer stock rates excellent with a couple of minor handling marks. Included are a fitted double sided aluminum case by Americase with green interior and gold embroidered Blaser Logo, 22-250 barrel and bolt head, related tools, small bag of factory scope mount screws, catalog, and keys. This is a wonderful sporting arm chambered in proven calibers that are suitable for target, varmint and big game hunting. Please note the additional barrels in the timed auction. (10C11956-1, -5) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
493. PROTOT YPE TEN-SHOT
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 617
DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #BHN0765, 22 LR, 6” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This K-22 Master piece was the prototype for a ten-shot cyl inder built under the personal direction of Smith & Wesson Historian Roy Jinks. The first observation to catch the eye is the cylinder has only six flutes with ten cylinder stop cuts. The cylinder has a “safety rim” around the circumference to protect the shooter if the case fails similar to those used by H&R and Ruger. testing but the stainless steel surfaces
ture gold S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition with nice figuring in the wood. This gun is sighted with a Patridge front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory hinged box that is end labeled and numbered to the gun although it uses Product Code #100566 for the six-shot Model 617, the other end of the box has an added tag with the order number and a name. It also includes a factory cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The end label has “10 SHOT PROTOTYPE” hand written and a small provided table display card reinforces the prototype information. A one-ofa-kind gun for your revolver collection. (8C11730-684) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #43337, 38 Special, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely Pre-war revolver appears virtually as-new showing little if any use, the metal sur faces retain about 99% original blue with a few very faint scratches near the muzzle. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory service grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A beautiful example that would proudly grace any collection. (8B11730-627) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52A SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH
serial #T1062, 38 A.M.U., 5 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This is one of three rare prototype pistols built with steel frames to accommodate the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit 38 A.M.U. cartridge. They were based on the Model 39 pistol, in fact they were to be designated the Model 39-1 but at the last minute company management decided to change the name to the Model 52A to prevent confusion. Notes with the pistol indicate this gun was given Air Force Premium Grade improvements making it truly one-of-a-kind. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue and anodized finishes showing light edge wear. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and remain in very good plus condition showing light wear to the finish, flattened diamond points, and handling marks. The “T” series ledger shows it originally shipped with a 4” barrel, there is no information on the origin of the current barrel although it appears to be a longer custom factory barrel with correct matching caliber markings and font. It also has other added Air Force features including an extended undercut Patridge front sight, early style Elliason adjustable rear sight, heavily stippled frontstrap that was cold blued, the original overtravel stop was removed
barrel turned and fitted to the bushing and bushing fitted to slide, trigger job, and hammer lightened by adding a .240” hole in the body. It includes a factory box with adhoc label but is grease pencil numbered to the gun, a factory five-round magazine with unaltered floorplate, a factory five-round magazine with the nose of the floorplate shortened, the original rear sight unit, a pair of test targets, and a factory letter. The factory letter by Mr. Jinks indicates it was sold on November 17, 1960, as a test gun not requiring its return but does not say to whom. The “T” ledger indicates this gun was shipped to Lackland Air Force Base on November 17, 1960. This is a wonderful pistol for the advanced collector that is a solid investment. (8C11730-1051) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #3799, 22 LR, 7 3/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This early Model 41 is adorned with beautiful factory Class A engraving showing tight scroll highlighted with fine serrations. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original blue and anodized finishes. The checkered walnut factory grips feature thumb / finger rest and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, removable muzzle compensator, and cocking indicator. It includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. Correspondence with Mr. Roy Jinks indicates this fine gun was shipped from the factory with Class A engraving on January 31, 1958, to the Edward K. Tryon company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. An interesting tidbit that Mr. Jinks provided is that this gun cost the princely sum of $185.28, how times have changed. This gun is a truly handsome pistol and a fine addition for any collection. (8C11730-930) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #1545, 44 S&W American, 8” barrel with an about very good bore showing light pitting its full-length and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is a nice example of one of the 1000 revolvers purchased by the U.S. Army in 1870. The barrel and cylinder retain perhaps 40% original bright blue in the protected areas flaking and thinning to a medium gunmetal gray patina with plum-brown undertones, the areas of loss showing some remnants of lightly cleaned pinprick pitting along with some old dings and thin scratches. The frame retains about 75% original bright blue with the balance similar to the barrel and cylinder. The triggerguard is a smooth silvery case-hardened patina and the hammer retains generous vibrant casehardened colors. All proper markings remain intact and strong with single line barrel address and patent dates, “US” property stamp atop the barrel and small “A” and “P” inspector and proof stamps on the major components. The smooth walnut grips remain in fine condition showing worn finish, honest edge wear and light dings. The right panel is stamp-numbered “1123” and grip fit is a touch shy of the frame but otherwise very good and there is no visible cartouche remaining on the left panel. The remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number and the action seems to function well mechanically. The sight notch has been modified slightly during the period of use and the sides of the front sight blade thinned to provide a semi-bead appearance. This revolver is pictured in “Smith & Wesson Revolvers: The Pioneer Single Action Models” by Parsons and it is listed properly by serial number in “The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson” by Supica & Nahas (as is revolver 1123) and by Springfield Research Service, delivered in March 1871 to Springfield Armory. A fine example of the desirable U.S. American for the advanced Smith & Wesson or martial collector. (13C10826-515) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (4000/6000)
AMERICAN REVOLVER
JAPANESE CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 SECOND MODEL RUSSIAN
serial #5623, 44 S&W Russian, 7” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation or subtle frosting and otherwise crisp rifling. The barrel and frame retain about 80% of an older arsenal quality refurbished blue with the gripstraps and sides of the barrel fading to a mild gray patina and showing a little sparse pinprick pitting and scattered light dings. The cylinder is mostly a medium gunmetal gray and gray-brown patina showing some generous remnants of blue in the protected areas. The hammer and triggerguard show smoky remnants of case-hardening and the trigger strong dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The screw holes show some circumferential wear and all markings remain intact and strong showing small “1874” date at the heel, proper barrel address and patent dates, and this example with small Japanese proof mark at the rear barrel rib. The smooth walnut grips remain in about very fine condition showing some light dings and handling marks. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and their fit is very nice overall. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A fine example of a desirable Japanese-purchased No. 3 revolver. (13B10826-254) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)
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
Nichols cosmic damascus pattern. The frame boasts a twist vibrant heat-treated purple finish and the thumb stud and one-hand button lock are decorated with bright iolite gemstones and the scales remain near ex cellent with a tiny nick in lower edge of the obverse scale and the leading edge of the frame is numbered “15/15”. Included is a photocopied Certificate of Authenticity confirming configuration. A beautiful William Henry folder of which only very few were made. (5B117301626-6) [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #2212-0467, 4” closed, 3” damascus spear point blade with interchangeable thumb stud. Hand-forged twist damascus frame scales made from wood taken from the Howard Hughes H-4 Spruce Goose, blade release button, twisted leather lanyard with bullet-shaped tips. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Chad
remains unsharpened and retains all its Rob Thomas typhoon damascus pattern. The koftgari scroll remains bright and black lip pearl inlays show brilliant light reflecting colors. The leading edge of the frame is numbered “061314”. An as-new Ventana gentleman’s knife worthy of passing from generation to generation. (5B11730-16267) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1800/2400)
serial #126-0046, 3” closed, 2 1/2” stainless steel damascus blade with nail nick. Stainless steel picture-window cutout frame with fullcoverage 24K gold koftgari over a matte-finish background with black lip pearl inlays, sparkling ruby gemstone inlay button lock which locks the blade in the open and closed position and braided leather lanyard ending in gold colored bullet-shaped tips. The blade
serial #1812-003, 4” closed, 3” stainless steel damascus spear point blade with checkered thumb stud. Hand-forged twist damascus frame with spruce pinecone scales, button lock, twisted leather lanyard with nickel silver thimble tips. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Mike Norris hornets nest damascus pattern. The frame has a vibrant purple and blue hue and the thumb stud and button release are decorated with dark blue sapphire gems. The scales have a lovely “stacked” appearance and the leading edge of the frame is numbered “044/100”. A lovely eye-catching William Henry creation. (5B11730-1626-8) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2500)
500. WILLIAM HENRY B12 SPRUCE GOOSE LIMITED EDITION POCKETKNIFE
501. WILLIAM HENRY B06 VENTANA CALEDONIA POCKETKNIFE
502. WILLIAM HENRY B12 LIMITED EDITION POCKETKNIFE
frame has the same soft gray color of the blade and both the thumb stud and blade release are accented with dark glistening black onyx gem stones and the leading edge of the frame is numbered “020/500”. A lovely, patriotic William Henry pocketknife. (5C11730-1626-9) [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #2012-0512, 4” closed, 3” damascus spear point blade. Chad Nichols twist damascus blade with stunning blue, white and gray carved banded agate scales, onehand button lock and black twisted leather lanyard and thimble shaped tips. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all of it Nichols waving flag damascus pattern. The
pattern. The scales show vibrant blues, green gold and copper and the leading edge of the frame is numbered “3/5”. A magnificent and beautiful spearpoint knife and its low production numbers making it highly sought-after by the William Henry collector. (5B11730-1626-10) [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #2012-0359, 4” closed, 3” stainless damascus spearpoint blade. Sterling silver bolster engraved with chains and gears along with black sea dichrolan scales, bright white sapphire inlaid thumb stud, one-hand button lock and black leather tassel with nickel silver bullet shaped tips. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Chad Nichols intrepid damascus
ton lock are inlaid with spessarite gemstones and twisted brown leather lanyard with nickel silver thimble tips. The leading edge of the frame is numbered “KC20389”. A lovely, adorned spearpoint pocketknife. (B11730-1626-11)
[Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2500)
serial #2012-0083, 4” closed, 3” damascus spearpoint blade. The bolsters are nicely engraved with 24K gold and sterling silver floral motifs on a punch dot background. Polished mammoth ivory scales, thumb stud and but-
503. WILLIAM HENRY B12 “DIGNITY” LIMITED EDITION POCKETKNIFE
504. WILLIAM HENRY “BLUE STEEL” LOW PRODUCTION B12 POCKETKNIFE
505. WILLIAM HENRY IVORY GRIP B12 POCKETKNIFE
serial #135-0349, 3 1/4” closed, 2 1/2” damascus spearpoint blade equipped with decorative interchangeable thumb stud. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Chad Nichols intrepid damascus pattern. Lovely floral engraved sterling silver bolster
506. WILLIAM HENRY B05 MONARCH POCKETKNIFE
serial #1712-0133, 4” closed, 3” stainless steel Chad Nichols water drop damascus spearpoint blade. Nichols croc-skin damascus frame with bright zinc matrix kingdom
and fossilized mammoth tooth ivory scales boasting handsome blue and brown tones, spessartite gemstone thumb stud and onehand button lock, lightly engraved shackle with twisted leather lanyard and nickel silver thimble shaped tips. A lovely, excellent condition smaller version button release folder. (5B11730-1626-15) [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/4000)
507. WILLIAM HENRY B12 LIMITED EDITION POCKETKNIFE
turquoise scales, sparkling white topaz thumb stud and button lock, braided black leather lanyard with sterling silver thimble shaped tips. The leading edge of the frame is numbered “045/100”. A remarkable asnew B12 spearpoint knife. (5A11730-162620) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/2500)
lock and a twisted brown leather lanyard with nickel silver thimble tips. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Chad Nichols twist damascus pattern. A sharplooking B12 having a western cowboy style appearance. (5B11730-1626-12) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #2012-0974, 4” closed, 3” damascus spearpoint blade. Chad Nichols croc skin damascus bolster with colorful turquoise, copper and lava rock scales, bright white sapphire gemstone decorated thumb stud, button
508. WILLIAM HENRY B12 POCKETKNIFE
one-hand button lock and a thin vented titanium pocket clip. Included is a photocopy Certificate of Authenticity confirming configuration. An attractive, excellent condition William Henry knife. (5B11730-1626-3) [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #230-0095, 3 7/8” closed with a 3 1/8” stainless steel damascus blade featuring an inlaid sparkling spinel thumb stud. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all of it Mike Norris hornets nest damascus pattern. Satin finish titanium frame with rich metal infused green sparkle acrylic inserts, matching spinel
dred 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
ENGRAVED AND INLAID COLT CUSTOM SHOP MUSTANG SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY DENNIS KIES
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} (3000/4000)
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 ho wever 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 comple mented 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 grayish-white 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} (6000/8000)
be “8984” but is obviously original to the gun. The action retains perhaps 80% strong original case-hardening with generous vi brant colors throughout and drifting to a mix of pleasant smoky gray along with scattered light gray-brown oxidation staining. The action is embellished in full coverage with wide Germanic foliate motifs and punch-dot background shading, the right side with a full figure portrayal of Diana the Huntress and the left with a classic German knight in armor with sword and arquebus. The checkered walnut buttstock features generous left-side ram’s horn cheekpiece, stippled thumb rest on right side and nice fine checkering throughout. The stock remains in very fine condition showing a little older added finish with some scattered light dings and a few small flakes forming against the buttplate, the fit at the tangs and the edges very nice overall. The smooth forend is very good as-refinished showing a thin 2” chip along the right edge back from the tip; the piece is included, appearing to have been repaired at least once before. The rifle is sighted with the expected elaborate fullyadjustable tang sight, in this case fitted with an extremely wide aperture disc (about 3”) which provides a selection of ten different aperture sizes. The protected front sight also has three selectable posts and the action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A fine Krieghoff drilling with some nice engraving. (13C11108-65) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (2500/3500) 511.
PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN RIFLE BY
.38 cal, 31 5/8” heavy octagon barrel turned for starter with a partially bright about very good bore showing some scattered some aining a bit of smoky case-hardening and both the lockplate and barrel retain strong -
generous cheekpiece. A simple brass-tipped ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a folding lollipop tang sight, fine v-notch flattop rear and target globe front with broken post. The lock with double set triggers is dual-acting and seems to function well mechanically. A very good classic schuetzen rifle from this well-regarded Philadelphia maker. (13B11804-22) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1500/2000)
514. U.S. MODEL 1805 FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY HARPER’S FERRY
serial #2000, .54 cal, 10 1/16” round barrel with a good moderately oxidized bore. This pistol has been neatly reconverted to flint utilizing a good quality reproduction lock plate,
the markings on-which appear to be etched rather than stamped, showing “(Federal Eagle) / US” in the center and “HARPERS FERRY / 1808” at the rear. The lockplate is mostly a deep gray patina while the barrel is a pleasant mix of medium gunmetal and gray-brown showing some old light
number. The brass fittings are in fine condition showing a pleasant pale ocher patina, old dings along the buttcap and the triggerguard showing an old light cleaning. The walnut stock rates about very good showing scattered thin cracks, light dings and small repairs. There are a few more noticeable well-executed repairs along the top edge of the lockplate inletting and around the edges of the butt. The left flat retains a ghostly remnant of the inspector cartouche, a simple hickory ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically. This pistol is listed in Rick Hudak’s Harper’s Ferry book and is a very good example piece of these desirable U.S. martial pistols, with a nice even serial number. (13C11948-4) {ANTIQUE} (3500/5000)
serial #467, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near very good bores showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling remaining. The metal surfaces of this Type-1 late production pistol retain perhaps 90-95% original nickel finish with areas flaked to brown, light handling marks and high edge wear. The hammer and trigger have toned to a dull smoky-gray patina with slivers of fire blue remaining in the protected areas. The barrel rib is crisply marked “E. Remington & Sons” and “Elliot’s Patent December 1865” in the two-line marking variation and barrel to frame fit is solid and it is matching numbered to the frame. The manual extractor is intact and the smooth walnut grips rate very good with light handling marks retaining much of their original finish. A fine example of this late model Type-I pistol. (10B11871-15) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
516. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER
serial #61, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright about very good bores showing spots of pitting and oxidation with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain 95-97% original clouded nickel finish showing spots of flaking along the barrels with light high edge wear. The small parts
cember 1865” along the top rib and is matching numbered to the frame. The smooth walnut stocks rate very good with light handling marks and a spot or two of flaking varnish. This is a handsome two-digit, Type-I late production pistol with manual extractor. (10B11199-129) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
517. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER
serial #791, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original nickel finish with scattered light handling marks and high edge wear with minimal clouding throughout. The small parts show strong amounts of fire blue with spots toning to gunmetal gray along the contact points and high edges. The barrel to frame fit is tight with a crisp single line “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y.” barrel address and it is numbered to the frame. The motherof-pearl grips rate excellent and are nicely fitted to the frame. This is an excellent Type-II Deringer for the Remington or American Arms collector that would be hard to improve upon. (10B11199131) {C&R} (1200/1800)
518. PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. CONNECTICUT CONTRACT PEABODY SINGLE SHOT RIFLE
serial #1694, 45-70, 33” barrel with a fine bore showing scattered spots of light pitting but strong rifling throughout. The barrel has toned to a dark gray patina with light pitting and mild oxidation staining scattered throughout, the barrel bands and nosecap in similar condition. The receiver has toned to a pewter gunmetal patina with spots of pinprick to light pitting, mild oxidation staining, and fine cleaning striations. The metal markings are crisp with the barrel shank showing an intertwined “I2” over “18”. The walnut stock and forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition as lightly cleaned with some scattered light dings and handling marks consistent with martial service, perhaps an older added finish, and the steel buttplate is proud at the toe and parts of the heel. The plate on the toeline reads “CONN / 1694” beneath light oxidation, and the heel of the buttplate is stamped with a pair of mirror image “03”s. The sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action remains crisp. Included is a triangular socket bayonet which mounts to the rifle, in good condition with light pitting and oxidation staining scattered throughout and the balance displaying a pewter gunmetal patina. Approximately 2,000 Peabody rifles were purchased by Connecticut for use by their regiments in 1871-72. (14A11666-34) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1500/2000)
29/30, 2025
serial #899707, 44-40, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright very good plus lightly frosted bore with strong rifling. This carbine shows markings pertaining to the British China Navigation Company that utilized steamships to establish trade along the lower Yangtze River and later expanded to service an expansive network of Southeast Asian ports thus contending with piracy. The metal surfaces of this 1920manufactured carbine show cleaned
couple of dings on the right below the rear sight and behind the barrel band, otherwise the grain is rather nice. The straight-gripped walnut stock rates good, it has been nicely cleaned and finish applied long ago with some dings and scratches along the wrist and chipping along the buttplate however, the somewhat softened markings “BS NO 148” and “China Navigation Company LTD” remain legible. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight and steel post front sight. Mr. Gaines purchased this carbine in the 1980’s from Larry Kauffman. An honest example of a historic carbine in a desirable chambering. (24D11874-59) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #183415, 32 WS, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a very good somewhat frosted to lightly pitted bore with strong rifling. The nickel steel barrel of this 1903-made rifle retains perhaps 60% original blue with silvery high-edge wear and scattered light cleaned pitting yielding a medium gray-brown patina throughout. The magazine tube retains about 70% original blue showing silvery wear along a 1” section behind the hanger and some light scratches along the length from using the takedown mechanism as well as intermittent oxidation staining throughout and areas of very light pitting behind the hanger. The action and bolt have flaked to a pleasant gunmetal gray-brown patina with mild impact marks on the left side behind the takedown boss and on the left side of the bolt with scattered oxidation staining throughout. The takedown boss and forend cap show the same attractive gray-brown patina while the lever and hammer have toned to a mottled silverbrown showing minute remnants of worn case-hardening. The plain walnut stock rates fair with scattered handling marks, scuffs, a very lightly inscribed “ELM” on either side, and light chipping along the wrist however, the fit remains good. The forend rates very good plus with light handling marks and a couple dings throughout however, there is nice figure and raised grain. The stocks show signs of old reapplied finish. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting rear sight and an express style front sight with a silver bead. An honest rifle in a desirable configuration. (24B11862-50) {C&R} (1000/1500)
revolver shows factory rework marks on the grip frame, loading gate, ejector housing, and has a post war replacement cylinder. This gun has light through-the-blue geometric zigzag engraving with wedges on the barrel, cylinder, and straps for about 25% coverage. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original and restored (straps) blue, most of the loss is the straps wearing to pewter in addition to high edge wear. The frame retains bold restored case-hardened colors with light edge wear and spots of pinprick pitting. The trigger is blue with light wear while the hammer has full blue on the back and spur with bright sides grips are a beautiful set of unmarked stag showing strong bark on both panels and they have mellowed to a mix of amber and cream. This gun has typical Single Action Army features and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A ne stored First Generation with nice enhancements. (8B11871-18) {C&R} (1800/2200)
NEW JERSEY MILITIA U.S. COLT CAVALRY MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
a smoky gray and pewter patina. The cylin der, straps, and ejector rod housing have toned to light gray, the various surfaces show scattered light spots of pitting and handling marks. The hammer screw is a contemporary replace ment with bright Nitre blue with strong color on the other two frame screws, both show slight slot damage. The screws on the straps appear original with minor slot wear. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grips are not numbered and rate ex cellent as lightly cleaned and varnished, there are no traces of the inspector cartouche visible, and the fit is good. The “U.S.”, “N.J.”, and “D.F.C.” markings remain crisp, there are crisp proof marks on the cylinder and barrel, and the three line patent date has softened. There is a scattering of Colt inspector “G” stamps on the straps and barrel. This gun has typical features of a Single Action Army of the period, the front sight appears to be a replacement or repair, the safety notch will need attention, it features the early black powder frame, and bullseye ejector rod tab. It includes a factory letter that indicates it was delivered to the United States Government, U.S. Government Inspector located at the Colt Plant on December 17, 1884. It also includes a custom hardwood presentation case with four red felt lined compartments, one compartment has a wood tray cut to hold 33 individual 45 Colt cartridges. The case rates very good plus on the exterior showing light handling marks on the cover while the interior is excellent. A fine example of a Clark inspected Militia revolver. (8C11897-89) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
523. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #275334, 38-40 W.C.F., 4 3/4” barrel with a very good bore which is mostly bright showing sharp rifling and scattered pitting. The barrel and ejector rod housing have toned to brown with generous traces of original blue in the protected areas and along the top of the barrel flanking the front sight blade. The cylinder is a deep gray-blue toning to pewter with strong color in the flutes showing light oxidation staining and sparsely scattered old pinprick pitting. The frame is primarily dull gray with a silvery case-hardened
worn nearly smooth although the monograms remain strong and they are scratch-numbered to the gun. This gun has typical features for the period, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has a crisp action. It also includes a custom hardwood presentation case with four red felt lined compartments, one compartment has a wood tray cut to hold 21 individual cartridges. The case rates excellent on the exterior and interior. A factory letter is provided indicating this gun shipped as described to Simmons Hardware Company, St. Louis, Missouri, on March 5, 1906, in a 50 gun shipment. A fine example of a turn of the century gun that shows honest use. (8B11897-90) {C&R} (2500/4000)
524. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #21054, 44 cal., 8” round barrel showing scattered pitting with strong rifling throughout the bore. The metal surfaces of this 1861-manufactured revolver have toned to a smooth brown patina with dings around the wedge and some scattered areas of pitting. The triggerguard strap is a pleasing medium gold enrod color while the iron backstrap is a mix of brown and gray. The hammer and trigger are gray as is most the protected areas. The one-piece factory walnut grips are ink-numbered to the gun and rate very good to excellent as lightly cleaned and varnished. There are no cartouches visible on the grip while the markings on the barrel and frame remain strong. The cylinder has strong markings although the scene has softened considerably. This gun is cut for a shoulder stock, all the serialized parts are numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and the action remains crisp. It includes a nice 10 1/4 x 19 1/8” frame with burlap backing to mount the gun on, it is accented with a period Colt two cavity mould for conical and round ball, and an empty UMC cap tin. A fine example of an early 1860 Army. (8B11871-24) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
525. FINE COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #211486, 31 cal., 5” octagon barrel with scattered light oxidation and pitting showing strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1862-manufactured revolver retains about 75% original bright blue, most of the loss is along the top while the six-shot cylinder has toned to mostly gray with strong spots of original blue interspersed. The frame has nearly full case-hardened colors although somewhat muted. The hammer and trigger have toned to gray while the loading lever has strong case-hardened colors. The brass straps retain about 50% original silver plate with most of the thinning on the backstrap, butt, and lower frontstrap. The smooth walnut factory grips rate about excellent as lightly cleaned and varnished, and they are numbered to the gun. All the appropriate serialized parts are numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and it has a crisp action. The cylinder scene and one-line New York address remain crisp while “COLT’S PATENT” on the frame is struck off center, the “COLT” is crisp while only the top portion of “PATENT” is visible. It includes a nice 14 3/4 x 18” frame with burlap backing to mount the gun on, it is accented with a Colt marked powder flask with embossed Federal Eagle, period Colt two cavity mould for conical and round ball, combination nipple wrench and screwdriver tool, a small tin with clear cover containing about approximately 11 assorted cast lead round and conical balls, and an empty Eley Brothers cap tin. A fine example of these popular pocket revolvers. (8B11871-23) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
526. ANTIQUE SHEFFIELD I*XL HUNTER’S COMPANION BOWIE BY WOSTENHOLM
This is a nicely balanced George Wostenholm & Son bowie measuring 13 1/8” overall with a 8 5/8” full tang Sheffield high carbon steel blade equipped with a 5 1/8” unsharpened swedge. The blade has been period cleaned and sharpened with scattered light scratches, grind marks and fine staining along with a few spots of cleaned pitting and more defined grinding on either side of blade in front of the ricasso. Time and handling has provided a rather interesting appearance leaving a slightly folded point and flowing marks of some type contaminant perhaps providing the need of thorough cleaning. The obverse ricasso has the ever so familiar I*XL markings while the cheek is marked “NONE ARE HOLM & SON / _ _ _ HINGTON WORKS (larger) I*XL THE HUNTERS COMPANION” below “_EAL I*XL KNIFE” in riband, some of the marking lost to time. The nickel silver double guard shows tarnish and light impact marks. The bright motherof-pearl scales remain excellent each fastened by four tiny bright pins, the obverse scale has an inlaid nickel silver shield with light handling marks. There is no sheath present. One of Sheffield's finest cutlers, forever associated with the I*XL Bowies of the great American Bowie Knife era, this knife is a fine example. (5B1147312-14) (1800/2200)
24 1/4” slightly curved blade with nearly full-length, unstopped fuller, 29 1/4” overall length. The beginning of the blade rem spiring to a mottled silver patina with scattered fine pitting and oxidation congregating more along the foible and tip. There shallow curved impact marks in beginning of the reverse fuller, the main edge has some tiny nicks and may have been lightly dre ago especially along the foible. The grip is spiral grooved antique ivory with a 2” crack in the reverse side along with some thinner drying cracks and remnants of dried clear lacquer. The hilt has a fluted crossguard and ferrule, intertwined dragon head serpent quillons and a blossom pommel with grooved sides. The metal surfaces have a pleasing tarnished silver patina, the knucklebow chain and rings are no longer present. The hanger comes in what appears to be its original leather scabbard with silver mounts. The leather shows heavy flaking and scuffing but remains intact. The mounts have a dark tarnished patina and are decorated with floral blossoms on the obverse and infinity rings on the reverse, the lower center mount remains plain and
528. SCARCE EARLY U.S. MODEL 1832 FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD BY AMES WITH HUSE HILT
Due to limited production, Ames sub-contracted his early 1832 Foot Artillery brass hilts to his brother-in-law Samuel Huse who had a foundry in Newburyport, Massachusetts. The sword measures 24 7/8” overall with an 18 7/8” lightly flared dou ble-edged spear point blade equipped with three stopped fullers. The blade shows evidence of being cleaned with scat tered fine oxidation staining, the main edges have been lightly dressed showing tiny nicks and scratches. There are more defined scratches congregating on the ricassos and the beginning of the forte along with some cleaned oxidation and fine pitting at the tip. The obverse ricasso is marked “_ NITED / STATES / 1833” while the reverse ricasso is marked “(Federal Eagle) / N.P. AMES / S_ _ _ _ _ FIELD”, some of the markings lost to cleaning and age. The one-piece brass hilt features a double guard with rounded quillons, scale-type handle and bulbous pommel with Federal Eagle on both sides. The brass has a bright ocher patina with the scattered tiny impact marks one would expect of a carried sword. The crossguard is appropriately marked “S.HUSE / N EWBURYPO RT” along with “DT” in oval on the side of the blade and “14” in the lower obverse quillon, Daniel Tyler was an agent for Ames and the inspector of contractor-made weapons. Included is a black leather scabbard with brass mounts in fine to near excellent condition. The body shows scattered crackling and flaking, the seam is starting to separate along the center. The mounts have mellowed somewhat with scattered tiny dings, patches of tarnish and handling marks. The collar and tip chape are numbered “14” matching the hilt and one of the collar and both tip chape pins are no longer present. Ames started making their own hilts in 1834 and many of the Huse hilts were either condemned or offered commercially making inspected swords highly scarce and collectible, this example remains in fine condition. (5B11709-2) (1500/2000)
eling on the bolt remaining brilliant and crisp. The checkered walnut stocks remain excellent, showing very light handling wear with the gripcap remaining excellent and the serrated buttplate showing light edge wear and very fine oxidation staining. It is sighted with a semi-buckhorn express V-notch sporting rear and serrated ramp with brass bead front which is marked “38” on the side. An excellent 99F in a desirable chambering. (26A11934-11) {C&R} (1200/1800)
The action has flaked to an even gunmetal graybrown 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
531. EXCEPTIONAL PRUSSIAN OFFICER’S PICKELHAUBE
This circa 1910 helmet, worn by an officer in an infantry regiment, is in impressive condition. It is of lightweight leather construction with fiber body and visors with gold trim. The spike, spike neck, neck ring, rear spine, neck guard remain in excellent condition. The helmet plate eagle is goldplated with polished edges, chin strap, front peak and peak trim are in excellent condition and is complemented with the correct two-piece Reichs and Prussian cockades with arched gold-plated scale chains. Inside the pristine light brown leather sweatband is maker marked in gold “Depaheg Patent” with light beige silk grosgrain lining, in the bell handwritten is the size "55 1/2”. The front peak displays some fading color with the most notable apology being a small old surface repair to the front right of the main body above the peak but it is unobtrusive behind the chin strap. A stand out example of a collectable Pickelhaube. (31C11824-1) (2000/3000)
532. COLT 455 COMMERCIAL
MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #W19081, 455 Webley Auto, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a hint of subtle frosting and crisp rifling throughout.
staining and some small abrasions along the left edge of the frame from disassembly. The safety, slide lock and trigger all show lovely original rich blue and all proper markings remain intact and crisp showing small “J.J.” in spector mark on the left side of the frame and small period London proof marks. The arm is otherwise free from later import marks or export proofs. The checkered double dia mond walnut grips rate near excellent left and very good plus right, the right panel with some light abrasions and chipped points from the years. The pistol retains its proper 455 barrel and includes one correct original two-tone lanyard ring base magazine marked “CAL. 455 / ELEY” on the floorplate. The magazine is in very fine condition and the action seems to function well mechanically. This pistol appears to have been carried quite a bit but actually fired very little and remains a nice example of a desirable British contract 455 automatic, no doubt shipped to the London Armoury Company sometime around 1915. (13B11969-1) {C&R} (2000/3000)
533. GERMAN SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTOR RIFLE MADE FOR H. MAHILLON OF BRUSSELS, CASED WITH EXTRA CUSTOM BARRELS
quality period restored rust blue showing a little sparse pinprick pitting and areas toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The barrels show German proof marks and are marked for the Belgian retailer “H. MAHILLON / BRUXELLES”. The barrels features nice stepped and matted solid rib and the action has mostly toned to a pleasant silvery case-hardened patina with some wisps of nice colors in the protected areas. The action is embellished in full coverage with lovely filigree scrollwork and floral bouquets, the bottom of action again retailer marked. The triggerguard and top lever retain about 99% restored polished blue. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and splinter forend with push-button release remain in about very good plus condition as lightly cleaned and refinished showing a few small filler repairs to minor dings and small drying cracks scattered about. The fluted horn grip cap and basketweave buttplate are in fine condition showing some mild edge wear and the sides of the buttstock show lovely grain figure. There is a small compass set into the heel and the left side of the buttstock features a Germanic shadowline cheekpiece. Length-of-pull is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2” and showing slight cast-off. The gun locks up via dual under-bites, Scott crossbolt and sideclips and are solid with the original barrels showing a faint sliver of light at the breeches and the top lever a hair left-of-center. The other barrels also lock up quite well exhibiting just a hint of subtle play though the forend fit with the spare barrels shows moderate gaps. The gun features non-automatic safety and double triggers, the front articulated, and the ejectors seem a bit weak but the action otherwise seems to function normally. The spare barrels are marked by Ed Lander and retain about 95% plus good quality blacking showing some mild thinning and edge wear. The shotgun barrels are sighted with a brass bead while the 303 barrels have a small peep sight and hooded brass bead front. The included leather luggage case rates very good plus with light handling marks, partially refurbished interior lining and bears Mr. Lander’s name and a Mahillon label. The case contains an assortment of cleaning implements, set of scope rings, load testing information and targets and a 1983dated letter from the Mahillon company in-which they indicate this rifle was made for them, and not by them, so detailed records are not available. This is an interesting and diverse ensemble based around a quality vintage German double rifle. (13C11948-5) {C&R} (5000/7000)
534.
bore and 26” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore showing crisp rifling. The barrels are both marked by gunsmith Ed Lander and retain about 98-99% quality commercial blue while the action retains a similar amount of lovely vibrant case-hardened colors and the small parts show polished blue. The left side shows Greener markings while the right bears S.A. Corp of NJ distributor marking. The checkered walnut buttstock and wide forends rate excellent with a few minor handling marks. Length-of-pull to the solid red rubber Old English pad is 13 1/2”, the shotgun barrel is sighted with a generous silver bead and the rifle with u-notch sporting rear sight and ivory bead front. The action with right-side automatic safety lever seems to function normally and the arm includes a leather motor-style case with broken handle, scattered scuffs and partially restored interior, three chokes: improved cylinder, modified and full, and extractor for rifle barrel. An attractive combination set for the single shot enthusiast. (13B11948-11) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
535. CASED JOSEPH MANTON PERCUSSION DOUBLE FOWLER
guard are nicely decorated, the guard with familiar pineapple finial and showing what appears to be an older period added screw along its tang that obstructs the serial number. The checkered walnut stock rates good showing moderate smoothing and high edge wear, the checkering mostly lost to the years along with scattered light dings and the sides of the buttstock exhibiting some rather nice grain figure. The nipples are good quality replacements, the ramrod is present and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. The gun includes what is undoubtedly its original oak case that is fairly weathered but solid, the interior lined in green baize and showing some repairs, the lid lining and Manton label being more modern replacements. A small strap has been added for the lid to stay open and the case contains a period powder flask, single cavity 16 bore round ball mould, ebony container containing the original nipples, patch cutter and a rather nice leather shot pouchsling. A very good cased Manton fowler. (13B11948-12) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
536. AMOSKEAG MANUFACTURING CO. PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK FOWLER
16 ga, 32” barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. The barrel has mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina, stamped number “199” and the lockplate is a slightly lighter gray patina showing some hints of case-hardened patina and retaining very fine Amoskeag markings and 1864 date at rear. The barrel is equipped with under-rib and pair of ramrod thimbles and the proper Lindner-style triggerguard with sling ring is intact. The walnut stock is equipped with a pewter nosecap and rates very good plus to perhaps very fine showing strong antique varnish throughout that very much appears original, along with the expected scattered light abrasions and mild dings. The stock maintains a fine honest appearance and excellent hardware fit throughout. The nipple is a more modern replacement as is the nicely made brass-tipped hickory ramrod. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. These interesting fowlers were made right here in our mill building complex by Amoskeag utilizing leftover parts after the Civil War. (13A11962-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
CUSTOM W.W. GREENER MARTINI FALLING BLOCK SHOTGUN & RIFLE TWO-BARREL SET BY ED LANDER
staining and pinprick pitting retaining mostly legible patent markings along the left side. The hammer and breechblock retain strong bright blue and the checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and smooth forend with steel schnabel tip appear to be period Remington hardware rating very good plus showing a little older added oil finish, small thin drying cracks forming at the heel and upper tang and a thin chip at the rear right corner of the forend. The checkering remains mostly strong and the wood retains nice grain, the base of the pistolgrip with a horn insert. The rifle is equipped with a smooth steel buttplate and there are two holes at the heel for mounting sights. The inside tangs are numbered “91523” on the left sides, the forend is un-numbered and the inside front edge of the buttstock is stamp-numbered “5292”. The rifle is sighted with a modern long range Vernier-style tang sight and a vintage target globe front with fine bead-on-post insert and spirit level. The action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting Remington target rifle with a fine bore. (13A11948-8) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
44 1/2 action rifle has been neatly rechambered to the Win chester cartridge and the barrel remarked along the left flat “25.35”. The barrel shows “S PECIAL STEEL FOR / SMOKELESS POWDERS” stamp on right flat and the underside beneath the forend is marked “25VP14”. The barrel retains about 96% quality commercial reapplied polished blue showing a few scattered small dings and handling marks. The action retains generous original vibrant case-hardened colors throughout the protected areas toning to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina and showing a little old oxidation staining, the exterior of the lever with a bit of pinprick pitting. The action shows tasteful light factory embellishments with simple borderlines and clean crisp foliate flourishes. The top of the breechblock has been flattened down a bit no doubt to allow for easier loadi The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in very fine condition retaining a healthy amount of origi varnish showing a couple of very thin small drying cracks forming against the action that are very minor, scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong and stock fit is very good at the tangs, the left-side cheekpiece with nice edges. The Swiss buttplate is un-numbered and shows reapplied nickel finish, it is likely an old replacement. The barrel is matching the frame and the rifle is equipped with a fine palm rest, full loop lever and pair of target blocks on top barrel flat. The front sight dovetail is blanked and the action seems to function well mechanically. An attractive example of these desirable Stevens rifles. (13B11948-6) {C&R} (1800/2200)
rifling present. The Hopkins & Allen XL series were considered quality service grade arms but only a few hundred were produced. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original nickel plate, most of the loss is on the cylinder which has toned to gunmetal gray with oxidation staining. The smooth walnut factory grips rate near excellent showing scattered light handling marks. This gun features a unique swing-out ejector rod, it is marked “XL NAVY” on the topstrap, and all other markings are crisp. An honest example of these seldom seen guns. (8B11588-13) {ANTIQUE}
RARE HOPKINS & ALLEN XL NAVY SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
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-to-frame 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} (1800/2200)
541. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY FACTORY CARTRIDGE-CONVERTED REVOLVER
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.
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-
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} (1800/2200)
542. FINE CONNECTICUT ARMS HAMMOND BULLDOG DERINGER
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 pa tina. The breechblock and frame retain about 94% fine vibrant case-hardened colors show ing 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}
543. 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 smoothed-over 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}
544. FINE COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #276191, .31 cal, 4” octagon barrel with a mod erately oxidized bore showing some bright areas and good rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1865-made revolver retains about 90% orig inal 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 other wise 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 me chanically. An attractive Colt Pocket made in the late war period. (13B11777-7) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
address and the lock, breech plug, fancy triggerguard and other small parts are all nickel-plated. These parts retain about 94% nickel with some scattered light flaking and mild oxidation staining. The bolster features a wide cap deflector and the lock is unmarked with remaining fittings consisting of a pewter nosecap, dual-lobed barrel wedge escutcheons, Swiss-style buttplate with checkered knobs and plain rectangular toe plate. The smooth deluxe walnut stock remains in about very good condition showing a repaired break at the wrist and a bit of added finish, thin sliver missing near the triggerguard and some other light dings. The wood otherwise exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout and the stock is of prominent “perch belly” design featuring Nelson Lewis’s signature exaggerated left-side shadowline cheekpiece that takes up nearly the entire side of the buttstock. The rifle is sighted with a very nicely crafted period tang sight with fine windage adjustable aperture and a target globe front with aperture post. The lock with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically and the rifle includes its false muzzle with iron starter body and brass starter rod. A fine rifle from this excellent and prolific New York maker. (13B11678-29) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2500)
546.
U.S. MODEL 1884 TRAPDOOR
brown undertones. The markings are correct and remain crisp excellent for the barrel which has lightened but remains visible. The walnut stock remains in near excellent condition having been light cleaned with no visible cartouche and firing proof and a few light dents and marks in a nicely added oil finish The sling bar and ring, iron firing pin and sights including the Model 1879 C-marked rear are intact, and included in the butt is a three-piece cleaning rod and shell extractor. The action remains strong and crisp. A very nice 1884 Trapdoor carbine. (5A1187111) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
(1800/2400)
finish with some minor freckles and carry marks while the barrel and other metal surfaces show scattered fine oxidation and freckles along with spots of fine pitting in the front sight area. The frame, 1869 dated breechblock and rear tang have muted to a slightly duller graybrown case-hardened patina with some scattered fine oxidation and staining. All makings remain correct and crisp. The walnut stock remains in fine condition with crisp “SWP” 1881-dated cartouche and circle P firing proof along with the dents and marks expected of a cadet trained rifle. The wood may have seen a light cleaning, the stock a bit shy of the buttplate at the toe. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action is strong and crisp. A fine 1869 Trapdoor Cadet rifle. (5A11813-17) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
SCARCE LONG-BARRELED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE
serial #96911, 32 S&W, 10” barrel with a fair-good bore showing light oxidation and pitting its full-length and otherwise good rifling. This rather rare revolver is equipped with the longest factory barrel length which looks rather comical paired with such a small frame gun. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original nickel finish with scattered areas flaking to brown patina and showing some old oxidation. The hammer retains a healthy amount of nice case-hardened colors, the latch shows flaking bright blue and the two-line barrel address and patent dates were rather lightly struck but are intact and legible. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition with some light edge wear and handling marks retaining excellent fit. A peculiar variant for the dedicated collector. (13A11730132) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
549. U.S. ARMY MODEL 1899 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY SMITH & WESSON
The metal surfaces retain about 92% original bright blue show ing some scattered light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light, most noticeable along the gripstraps, and some mild oxidation speckling here and there. The hammer and trigger show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the lanyard ring is a pleasant smoky gray patina and all markings remain intact and crisp showing proper Army inspector marks. The checkered walnut grips rate near excellent showing a few light handling marks and retain crisp inspector initials on each with 1901 date on the left and the right panel properly pencil-numbe matching the frame. All of the remaining numbered parts are matching and the action is crisp. A fine example for the martial co (13B11730-508) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #400090, 12 ga (2 1/2”), 32” ventilated rib Chromox Fluid
Steel barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 90% evenly thinning original blue finish with normal light handling marks. The frame retains about 80% original case-hardening which has faded to a pewter gray in most areas and has a lovely honest appearance. The frame and sides of the breech are wonderfully embellished with factory J Grade foliate scroll engraving with similar engraving on the lever, triggerguard bow, tang, and forend iron. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition with a tiny hairline crack behind the upper tang, some scattered light handling marks, and an added finish on the butt. The comb of the stock has been neatly lowered with the affected area being more blonde in appearance. The stock is fit with a ventilated recoil pad providing a 13 1/2” length of pull, hardened by the years and the forend is marked with an “R” on underside of the tip. All markings on the shotgun remain clear and legible. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features an ejector and dual beads on the matted rib. Produced for only a few short years, fewer than 600 of these fine trap guns were made. (14B11819-5) {C&R} (2500/4000)
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marks. The checkered AA Claro walnut stock rates excellent and features a target style wide beavertail forearm. There are no provisions for sights, mounted to the receiver is a set of Weaver bases. The original box and manual are included. This is an excellent to as-new-in-box example of these quality single-shot, long-range varmint rifles. (4A11862-61) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
few light handling marks. The checkered AAA Claro walnut stock rates excellent and features a target style wide beavertail vented forearm and a steel capped pistolgrip. There are no provisions for sights, mounted to the receiver is a picatinny style one-piece mount. This is an excellent condition example of these quality single-shot, long-range rifles that has seen little, if any use. (4A11862-48) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
It is interesting to note that the end label is factory stamped “SAVE” in green. With the manual is a factory invoice made out to Chocorua Gun Accessories and dated 11/11/1992. The invoice indicates “Special Instructions” and that the rifle was a low serial numbered item to be marked for “Bill Lett”. Bill Lett and William Ruger Sr were very good, long-time friends and Lett was the founder of W.F. Lett Manufacturing located in Hopkinton, NH which provided grip panels for various Ruger revolvers beginning in 1962. Lett held the number “24” Ruger serial number, and many items in his collection were sold by Amoskeag Auction Co. in previous sales. This is an excellent opportunity to own an identified low-numbered Ruger rifle that is in a terrific caliber and offers lots of investment potential. (4C11766-2) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
1003. RUGER NO.1-S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
striking dark grain figure through out. The rifle includes the original box, manual, and a cable lock with keys. The action appears to function well mechanically. This is a lovely, special edition Ruger No.1 rifle that is sure to please any Ruger collector or lover of fine single-shot rifles. (4B111759-42) {
1001. COOPER FIREARMS OF MONTANA MODEL 22 VARMINTER EXTREME BOLT ACTION RIFLE
1002.
equipped with a single brass bead front sight. The action, safety with barrel selector, and ejectors appear to function correctly. Included is a correct white factory box that is missing its end label and contains a manual. This is an overall excellent condition example of these popular doubles that is sure to be an excellent performer in the fields and upland woods. (4A11862-19) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1005. SPECIAL EDITION ENGRAVED COLT PYTHON REVOLVER
serial #PY259104, 357 Magnum, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver is as-new-in-box and has factory scroll en
stainless steel surfaces rate excellent. The stainless steel service trigger and target hammer rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory target grips rate excellent and feature silver Rampant Colt medallions. It features a serrated red ramp front sight and black blade adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory hardcase, cable lock, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful new model Python. (8B11523-81) {MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection]
1006. FREEDOM ARMS
PREMIER GRADE MODEL 83 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #D17262, 454 Casull, 10” oc tagon double Mag-Na-Ported barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver shows light use, the
sight. It includes the original factory box, factory scope mount with rings, manual, test target, and paperwork. These are the finest out-of-box revolvers manufactured today. (8B11872-28) (2000/3000)
FREEDOM ARMS
PREMIER GRADE MODEL 83 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #H0657, 357 Magnum, 10” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful finely crafted 2011 revolver is virtually as-new and appears unfired. The
sight, and inverted crown. It includes the original factory box, factory scope mount with rings, manual, test target, and paperwork. The original July 7, 2011 order form is included. A superb example of the Model 83 in wonderful condition. (8B11872-30) {
serial #K0883, 475 Linebaugh, 10” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver is virtually as-new and appears unfired. The stainless steel surfaces
GRADE MODEL 83 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
handling marks. The smooth factory tan micarta grips rate excellent. This gun features a honed action, replaceable serrated ramp front sight, ad justable black blade rear sight, and inverted crown. It includes the original factory box, factory scope mount with rings, manual, and test target. The 475 Linebaugh will handle just about any big game you care to hunt. A fantastic hunting revolver and excellent collectible. (8B11872MODERN} (2000/3000)
FREEDOM ARMS PREMIER GRADE MODEL 83 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #D18794, 454 Casull, 7 1/2” octagon double MagNa-Ported barrel with a bright excellent bore. This fine revolver shows light use, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with minor handling marks. The initials “R.E.F.” are engraved on the backstrap. The smooth factory resin bonded
features what appears to be a honed action, replaceable serrated ramp front sight, and adjustable black blade rear sight. It includes a mismatched factory box, SSK T’SOB scope mount with rings, Ultra Dot 30 M red dot sight with clear optics that still functions, manual, and paperwork. The dot shows light marks from the rings. A fine Model 83 that can quickly be converted to optics. (8B11872-32) {
CUSTOM RUGER NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER BY BOWEN CLASSIC ARMS
at Bowen Classic Arms. The stainless steel surfaces rate about very good plus with scattered light handling marks mostly on the cylinder. The aluminum grip frame retains 99% restored silver finish. It is equipped with unmarked stag grips that rate excellent and feature fairly heavy bark on both panels. This gun features a white insert semi-ramp interchangeable front sight on Bowen DX front sight base, Bowen rough country white outline adjustable rear sight, fitted oversized locking basepin, trigger job, scalloped recoil shield and loading gate, drilled and tapped on the topstrap, free wheeling cylinder, custom cylinder in 218 Bee, polished stop notch leads, Colt style black powder cylinder chamfer, and Bisley hammer. The work of Bowen Classic Arms is legendary among revolver aficionados and this fine gun appears to have seen little if any use. A great find for the co lector or shooter. See our timed auction for ammunition. (8B11872-65) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
1011.
RUGER
NO. 1-A LIGHT SPORTER BICENTENNIAL FALLING BLOCK RIFLE
serial #130-27201, 7mm Mauser, 22” Aweight barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this rifle retain 98% plus original blue, showing only the odd handling mark here or there with some components toning lightly to plum, and the barrel showing a crisp -
ered Alexander Henry-style forend remain in excellent condition, showing only the odd light ding or handling mark, and the d no scope rings are included though they are readily available. A high-condition example in a capable chambering. (26A11881-9) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
MARK I SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #A009788, 45 Winchester Magnum, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore showing two separate circular reamer marks near the muzzle.
grips rate excellent. This gun features a Millett red line ramp front sight, Millett white outline adjustable rear sight, and extended slide stop and thumb safety. It includes the original factory Styrofoam insert box that is dated 1993 and correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a blue finished factory marked sevenround magazine, a stainless steel factory marked seven-round magazine, aftermarket three pack replacement magazine springs, and aftermarket replacement extractor (2) and firing pin. A great find for the 1911 collector. Also see our timed auction for ammunition. (8B11872-4) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
shows minimal use and retains about 99% original grey phosphate finish. The checkered factory Pachmayr rubber wrap around grips feature a finger swell and rate excellent. This gun features a Millett red line ramp front sight, Millett white outline adjustable rear sight, and extended slide stop and thumb safety. It in cludes a stainless steel factory marked seven-round magazine. A desirable gun for the collector.
DESIRABLE RUGER “SOUTHPORT” MINI-14 BICENTENNIAL SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
marks, with the main apology being a roughly 3/8” chip missing from the toe of the grip; the desirable and short-lived wooden handguard remains in excellent condition and displays excellent fit. This third-year-of-production Mini was produced in 1976 and bears expected “MADE IN THE 200th YEAR OF A MERICAN LIBERTY” rollmark which remains crisp and excellent. This example is equipped with the secondpattern exposed bolt stop and second-pattern tool-adjustable aperture rear, an evolution from the prior M1A-style features, and was among the first to be equipped with its now-familiar fixed blade front sight and fixed sling swivels. Included are three factory 5-round magazines. Relatively few of these rifles were made at the Southport facility before moving production north into New Hampshire with examples manufactured in the 200th year of American liberty being even more scarce, making this early and high-condition example a lovely find for the Ruger collector. (26A11912-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1015. CUSTOM RUGER SUPER REDHAWK ALASKAN REVOLVER BY BOWEN CLASSIC ARMS
serial #530-11651, 454 Casull, custom 4” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This powerful revolver has been converted to a five-shot by the talented artists at Bowen Classic. The stain less steel surfaces rate about very good showing scattered scratches although Bowen should be able to expertly remove them. The factory one-piece rubber grips with laminated wood panel inserts feature silver Ruger Phoenix medallions and rate ex cellent. This gun has many features including action job, rebuild action to accommodate the new five-shot cylinder, custom five-shot unfluted cylinder, custom 4” Smith & Wesson style heavy barrel with full underlug, Bowen Rough Country white outline adjustable rear sight, Bowen white insert pinned front sight, and the trigger face has been lightly contoured and polished. The Bowen firearms are collectible in their own right and make fantastic (2500/4000)
and included Redfield 2x-7x scope in Weaver rings which also rates near excellent, showing light handling wear and very mild clouding in the glass. Worthy of note is the combination of the “RS” sight configuration with sourdough front, “INC.” barrel address, 1/8” serial numbers, and crisp “RUGER CARBINE” rollmark on the receiver; this transitional variant is identified in Hiddleson’s Reference of Ruger Firearms as one of 700 examples known to exist before the rollmarkings and front sights were changed. A rare and high-condition 44 Carbine. (26B11656-196) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1017. EXCELLENT RUGER NO. 1-A FALLING
serial #130-42249, 7mm Mauser, 22” A-weight pre-warning barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle left the factory in 1977 and remains in a fine state of condition, retaining 98% plus original blue showing only very light operational wear with the receiver toning to plum. The checkered walnut buttstock and Alexander Henry forend remain in excellent condition, showing perhaps a light ding or two and showing handsome figuring throughout with the gripcap and red factory recoil pad remaining excellent. It retains the standard flip-up sporting rear and brass bead front sights. A lovely No. 1. (26A11866-6) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1018.
RUGER RED LABEL OVER UNDER SHOTGUN
0896U, 12 ga., 26” ventilated rib barrel choked improved modified and modified with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this 1990-manufactured shotgun retain 95% original blue, appearing stronger in ambient light, showing light handling and high edge wear with some scattered light oxidation staining and a few areas toning lightly to plum and the smaller components rating closer to 98% plus. The stainless steel receiver remains excellent and the checkered walnut stocks rate near excellent showing scattered light dings and handling marks with handsome figuring throughout and the factory red recoil pad and gripcap rating similarly; the forend is scratch and pencil-numbered “40896U” and “896” respectively. Ejector function remains robust, the action locks up tightly and on-face, and the lever rests very slightly right of center. A handsome factory-use marked Red Label. (26A11750-6) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1019. 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% orig inal 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 semiramp 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 serra tions 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. (8B11945-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
“U”-MARKED
1020.
CHAIRMAN SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
1021.
serial #NCP31410, 10mm Auto, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely long slide remains in excellent condition. The satin stainless steel surfaces rate excellent while the black finished controls retain 99% plus. The heavily textured G-10 style grips rate excellent. This gun features a Call style gold bead front sight, factory Bo-Mar style adjustable black blade rear sight, lightening cuts on the sculpted slide, checkering on the straps, long skeletonized trigger with overtravel stop, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, magazine well funnel, tight accuracy job, and an excellent trigger job. It includes the original factory soft case, a pair of eight-round factory magazines with bumper pad, a single Wilson Combat nine-round magazine, fired case, Allen wrench, bushing wrench, manual, test target, and paperwork. A superbly built pistol. (8B11872-18)
NIGHTHAWK
CUSTOM PREDATOR SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
1022.
serial #NCP19238, 10mm Auto, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful pistol remains in superb condition showing little if any use. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original black nitride finish. The grips are later added stag stocks with wonderful even bark on each side and remain in excellent condition. This gun features Nighthawk’s special coned (wafered) one-piece barrel, Heinie straight eight night sights that still glow, checkered straps, rear of slide checkered and top grooved, beavertail grip safety with bumper pad, long trigger with overtravel stop, accuracy job, custom trigger job, and two piece magazine well. It includes the original factory nylon carry case, a pair of Shooting Star eight-round magazines with bumper pads, three unmarked eight-round magazines, bag with Allen wrenches and fired case, test target, manual, and paperwork. A fine pistol for the collector or 10mm aficionado. (8B11872-19) {
COLT DIAMONDBACK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
tured revolver remains in as-new condition. 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 target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. This Diamondback is sighted with a serrated
present, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about good with light cellophane tape repairs and edge wear. A favorite with collectors, the Diamondbacks nicely accent a Python collection. (8B11829-3) {MODERN}
barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1978-manufactured revolver remains in virtually as-new condition. The revolver retains about 99% plus original nickel. The service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel. The checkered third type target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. It is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight and black blade adjustable Colt Accro rear sight. It includes the factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about fair missing one end flap, the other is worn on the seam in addition to overall edge wear. The end label rates about good with light tearing, flaking, an peeling along the bottom edge. A beautiful Python in a desirable finish. (8B11829-1) {
1023. COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #PC1217, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver is as-new-in-case and was manufactured to resemble the U.S. Contract Single Action Revolver. It retains about 99% original royal blue while the frame has beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors, the only anomaly is a small roughly 1” square of darker blue color on the cylinder near the serial number. The
commemorative markings. This gun includes a beautiful walnut presentation case with a red velvet lined sliding draw covered with glass and hinged cover with the Colt logo and the commemorative moniker. This presentation case remains in wonderful condition, the usual brass lock and latch are not present although holes exist for it. It also includes a copy of the order. A beautiful revolver for your collection. (8B11863-11) {C&R} (1800/2200)
1025. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #S39700A, 44-40 W.C.F., 7 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver is as-newin-box and retains about 99% original blue showing a miniscule scratch on the top of the barrel by the sight and if not for the fine condition would hardly be worth mentioning. The frame retains bold swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered two-piece factory synthetic grips feature a Rampant Colt in an oval and a
original factory box, cable lock, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful “Third Genny”. (8B11863-8) {MODERN}
1026. COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
colors. The checkered two-piece factory synthetic grips fea ture a Rampant Colt in an oval and a Federal Eagle, they are num bered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has typical Single Action features and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory box, cable lock, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful revolver for the Colt collector or Western aficionados. (8B11863-13) {
WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #335541k, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol retains about 99% original high polish blue showing minor edge wear. The brown synthetic factory grips feature the Walther banner and remain in excellent condition although the left panel has slightly bowed and interferes with the safety. This gun features a semi-ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, commercial “(eagle) / N” proof marks, scratch numbers are no longer visible on the slide, and 60 degree safety. It includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine with flat removable floorplate. A superb PPK. (8A11728-945) {C&R} (1800/2200)
1028. BEAUTIFUL UNITED STATES FIRE ARMS “PRE-WAR-STYLE” SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER PART OF A CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR
serial #23476, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful gun is as-new-in-box and remains in superb condition. The barrel, cylinder, and straps are finished in beautiful Armory blue by Turnbull. Turnbull finished the frame and hammer in rich
Nitre blue. The grips are “lightly aged” ivory and remain in beautiful condition. It has fixed sights, all appropriate parts are cor rectly numbered to the gun, the frame has a three line patent date, and the barrels have the U.S.F.A. Hartford barrel address. The gun includes the original factory box, cloth gun bag, U.S.F.A. order form, and other paperwork. A superb Pre-war style Single Action Army revolver. Its matching stablemate precedes this lot. (8B11863-15) {
1029. BEAUTIFUL UNITED STATES FIRE ARMS “PRE-WAR-STYLE” SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER PART OF A CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR
serial #23475, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful gun is as-new-in-box and remains in superb condition. The barrel, cylinder, and straps are finished in beautiful Armory blue by Turnbull. Turnbull finished the frame and hammer in rich swirls of case-hardened colors while the screws and other appointments were
has fixed sights, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the frame has a three line patent date, and the barrels have the U.S.F.A. Hartford barrel address. The gun includes the original factory box, cloth gun bag, U.S.F.A. order form, and other paperwork. A superb Pre-war style Single Action Army revolver. Its matching stablemate follows this lot. (8B11863-14) {MODERN} (2000/4000)
1030. EXCELLENT CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN RBL-28 SMALLBORE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
foliate decorations designed by Grand Master James Demunck including a pointer and setter on the right and left, and a flying grouse on the belly. The triggers retain 99% orig
inal Hard Gold plate which is alloy of gold and titanium. The arm is stocked in a high grade walnut with flawless borderless checkered panels on the grip and wraparound
leather pad provides a 15 1/2” length of pull and the English stock has drops of 1 5/8” and 2 1/2”; a hard rubber buttplate numbered to the gun is included. The shotgun rides in a canvas covered luggage case with burgundy interior and Connecticut Shotgun MFG. CO. label inside the lid. Inside are the following as-new accessories: two-piece hardwood cleaning rod, rod end accessories, nickeled oil bottle, one A-Zoom snap cap, key for the lock, factory ear plug container, mirrored shooting glasses, manual, instructional DVD, and serialized registration form. The shotgun features double triggers, ejectors, automatic safety, it locks up as-new with the top lever well right of center. Also included are two Briley Thin Wall choke tubes which gauge improved cylinder and (3500/4500)
serial #RBL004312, 20 ga (2 3/4”), 28” screw-choked barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 99% original blue with wedges of foliate scroll engraving at the breeches and rear of the rib, and the round bodied frame retains similar amounts of vibrant case-hardened colors with ing most of
and splinter-style forend are in excellent condition with robust checkering and beautiful grain figure through the butt, and features a 14 3/4” length of pull to the grooved black plastic buttplate, with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 1/2”. The factory markings are crisp and the barrels are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center and features an assisted opener, automatic safety, double triggers, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. Included is a factory gold canvas-wrapped luggage-style case showing a few light handling marks on the outside and a fine maroon fabric lining with compartments for the barrels, stocked action, and a full complement of accessories including six RBL-marked screw chokes and wrench: one skeet, one improved cylinder, two improved modified, one modified, and one full. An excellent condition smallbore RBL that has seen little, if any, use. (14C1186213) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
inal blue with a touch of silvering at the left muzzle and a minor handling mark or two, and the case-hardened round body frame retains full vibrant colors with factory tight foliate scroll engraving and scenes of a Setter on the left and a Pointer on the right, wedges of foliate scroll on the fences and breeches, and flourishes on the small parts. The triggers retain all their gold finish. The checkered straight grip deluxe walnut stock and beavertail forend are in excellent condition with robust checkering and fine feathercrotch figure along both sides of the butt, and the stock is fit with a Galazan 3/8” rubber pad with black spacer, giving a 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/8”. The factory markings are crisp with “RESERVE” adorning the rib, and the barrels 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, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a lone bead. Included is a factory gold canvas-wrapped luggage-style case, the exterior showing a few minor stains and a touch of scuffing on the leather corner reinforcements, the interior with excellent burgundy fabric lining and the Connecticut Shotgun label on the underside coming loose. The case features compartments for the barrels, stocked action, and a complement of accessories. A fabulous example of these quality American-made shotguns. (14C11862-12) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
serial #4449483, 30-06, 24” 2-53 dated LMR barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a few specks of oxidation. The metal surfaces of this “postage stamp” rifle retain about 96-97% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, some light handling marks, and minor toning to brown. The walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a few light dings, some scratches, and areas of light wear; the stock appears entirely unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, the trigger housing is SA-made, and the remaining primary parts show IHC drawing numbers. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums which appear frozen, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, serialized to the rifle and dated June 2014. A solid mid 1950’s rifle for the martial collector. (14A11700-78) {C&R} (1200/1800)
reapplied Parkerized finish with some previous pinprick and light pitting beneath the finish, and the operating slide retains about 97% dark gray Parkerized finish with light high edge wear and handling marks. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in about very good condition as perhaps lightly cleaned with older dings and light abrasions, smoothed by the years, worn finish, and remnants of paint along the handguard. The stock is “OI” marked in the sling cut, shows an “AAQ” rework mark on the left and an Ordnance Wheel on the right, and a “P” inside the pistolgrip; the handguard appears unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, the trigger housing appears Saginaw-marked, and the remaining small parts are of Inland Division origin. The carbine features an adjustable rear sight, the slide frozen in place and the aperture possibly widened, a flat bolt, rotary safety, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. No magazine is included. (14A11700-19) {C&R} (1000/1500)
staining, and a few light handling marks and traces of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish; the safety retains strong case-hardened colors. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in excellent condition with scattered light handling marks. The factory markings are largely clear and legible, with the “patent pending” marking washed out, and the right side of the magazine well is hand-marked with the name “Gus James”. The original sights are intact, and sling swivels are present. Included are two 12-round magazines, both showing general light oxidation staining and handling marks. A solid example of these desirable rifles. (14A11700-93) {C&R} (1500/2000)
SPRINGFIELD ARMORY INC BM59 SEMI-AUTO
serial #0001303, 7.62mm NATO, 17 3/4” barrel with affixed grenade launcher and integral flash hider, and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% mixed arsenal and maker applied Parkerized finish with light silvering on high edges and some light handling marks, and the legs of the integral bipod have toned lightly to plum. The pistolgrip walnut stock and handguard are in excellent condition, and are devoid of markings. The factory receiver and barrel markings are crisp, and many of the small parts show clear “PB BM59” markings. The rifle features a bipod, grenade launcher with integral compensator/flash hider, bayonet lug, and winter trigger, and is sighted with M1 Garand-style open sights. Included is one “BR BM59” marked 20-round magazine. Developed in parallel with the United States’ M14 in order to answer the need for a select fire battle rifle, the BM59 is a desirable piece for the martial enthusiast, and this is an excellent example made under license by Springfield Armory. (14A11844-50) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #4747190, 30-06, 24” 7-54 dated HRA barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% arsenal Parkerized finish with a few touches of light wear on high edges and contact points, and a few light handling marks. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good plus condition with scattered light dings and handling marks, and is marked with a 3/8” DoD acceptance proof and a circled “P”, both remaining clear. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, and the small parts all appear to show HRA drawing numbers. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A fine 1950’s vintage M1 rifle. (14A11813-27) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #1591749, 30 Carbine, 18” 5-44 dated Underwood barrel with a couple spots of mild oxidation nearer the muzzle in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal gray-green Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, and scattered light handling marks. The M2 walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good plus condition with a few light abrasions on the left side, a couple filler repaired natural defects, and a few light handling marks. Both stock and handguard are internally “SA” marked replacements, and are devoid of markings externally. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, and the parts are from multiple contractors including Springfield Armory and Inland. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, button safety, M2-style magazine catch, Type VI operating slide, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is a green canvas sling, oiler, and a 15-round magazine. A solid Quality Hardware M1 Carbine, arsenal updated to the its most developed features. (14A11730-1281) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
contact points with scattered handling marks and spots toning to brown. The flat bolt retains strong amounts of black tinted Parkerizing. The oval cut low-wood stock and two-rivet handguard rate very good plus showing nicely figured raised grain, a crisp “(boxed RMC) / Ordnance Wheel” to the rear of the pistol grip on the right side with “RMC” markings on both the handguard and sling cutout, light handling marks and spot of added synthetic filler on its belly. The barrel and receiver markings are intact and clear with the majority of marked parts Rock-Ola contract with the exception of the sights, post war front, and I.B.M. stamped adjustable rear sight and “Q” marked WWII era Type-3 barrel band with bayonet lug. This handsome carbine features a rotary safety, Type-IV magazine release. A solid near complete matching part Rock-Ola with lots of condition. (10B11857-16) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1040. BLASER R93 LUXUS STRAIGHT-PULL BOLT ACTION RIFLE TWO BARREL SET
a bear and moose on the left and a pair of mountain sheep on the right with the most notable apology being a few tiny dings on the left side. The handsome checkered walnut capped pistolgrip stock and forend with schnabel-style tip rate excellent. Imported from 2002-2006 by S IGARMS located in Exeter, NH, this rifle is equipped with Leupold Var-X-III 1.75x6 scope mounted on a Blaser one-piece saddle scope mount. Designed with a straight pull action, 360 degree radial locking system, interchange
1042. CUSTOM REMINGTON 700 POLICE BOLT ACTION RIFLE
serial #E6732384, 223 Rem., 20” fluted barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and receiver retain -
ish with a few scattered light handling marks. The bolt is toning a plum color about the handle and knob and the aluminum MTD LSS Chassis retains nearly all of its black anodized finish with a few scattered light handling marks. The rifle is not sighted however a Weaver 441 one-piece base is mounted through factory holes and is awaiting your choice of optics. The rifle features a Luth-AR adjustable buttstock with adjustable comb, buttpad, folding bi-pod, and has a custom synthetic single shot adapter. There is no magazine included however, they are still available for purchase online. (10A11904-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1043. ATTRACTIVE CUSTOM ENGRAVED BROWNING SA-22 GRADE III RIFLE
serial #7T61855, 22 LR, 19 3/8” barrel with bright excellent bore. The barrel of this 1967 manufactured rifle retains 98% professionally restored blue and is marked “B.A.C. St. Louis Mo. Montreal P.Q / made in Belgium”. The highly embellished receiver has a lovely coined finish with elegant foliate scroll with punch dot shading and soaring eagle scene engraving signed by R. Reimer on the left side above the triggerguard, and the trigger retains nearly all its gold finish. The rifle is sighted with a gold bead front and added dovetail with Williams folding rear sight and fillers in the original rear sight holes. The grade III walnut skip-line checkered stock and beavertail forend show wonderful figure in the grain and rate excellent with a few scattered light handling marks in the high gloss finish. Accompanying this lovely rifle is a two-tone leather Browning luggage case with brass reinforced corners in excellent condition. (10B11862-10) {C&R} (3000/5000)
walnut stock rates excellent with only a few very light handling marks. The stock features laser cut oak leaf patterns, a rosewood forend tip and gripcap with maple spacers, swivel studs, and a factory vented recoil pad. There are no provisions for sights, but included are a set of Buehler two-piece mounts and 1” rings. Also included are a set of sling swivels. A lovely large game sporting rifle in excellent overall condition. (4A11925-8) {MODERN} (1800/2200)
Wby Mag., 26” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue, with only a few light handling marks throughout. The checkered walnut stock rates excellent with only a few very light handling marks. The stock features a rosewood forend tip and gripcap with maple spacers, swivel studs, and a factory solid rifle pad. There are no provisions small
game sporting rifle in the rarest of Weatherby calibers and in excellent overall condition. (4A11925-6) {MODERN} (1800/2200) 1046.
serial #00057ZM85D, 45-70, 30”’ heavy half round, half octagon target barrel with a bright, likely unfired bore. The barrel retains about 99% plus original matte blue finish with no visible signs of wear and has the original Winchester advertising sticker still in place. The frame and checkered shotgun style buttplate retain all of their vibrant original factory case colors. The hammer and trigger are polished blue and the block is in the white and remains bright. The rifle featu high grade checkered walnut stocks including a Creedmoor style schnabel tipped forearm and a capped pistolgrip buttstock with left side cheek rest. Both rate excellent and have lovely figure. Rifle is equipped with a spirit level globe front sight and a long-range vernier tang sight with aperture. The rear of the barrel and top of the frame are factory tapped for mounts. The original white hinge-top box is included and contains the manual and two extra apertures for the rear sight. This is a lovely modern example of these classic blackpowder cartridge target rifles that was built by Miroku and appears to be in as-new-in-box condition overall. (4A11862-16) {MODERN} (1200/1800) 1047.
SAKO VIXEN BOLT ACTION RIFLE
intact and mounted to the grooved receiver is a factory rear peep sight. This is a lovely example of these popular sporting rifles that dates to 1964 and appears to have seen very little if any use. (4A11925-5) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #PT04325YX35G, 264 Win Mag, 26” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original polished blue with no visible signs of wear. The bolt body is machine polished and remains bright. The floorplate is engraved with foliate patterns featuring gold inlays and a heavy racked mule deer. The fancy, high grade checkered walnut stock rates excellent and features fleur-de-lis pattern checkering, and ebony forend tip, crossbolt, a capped pistolgrip, super grade inletted swivel bases, and a left side cheekrest with accent line. There are no provisions for sights, the receiver is factory tapped for mounts. The original box with manual and lock are included. This is an as-new-in-box example of these special high grade Western Big Game series rifles. (4B11881-6) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
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} (1000/1500)
serial #N14553S, 410 Bore, 28” ventilated rib barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this like-new shotgun retain 99% original blue, while the frame, triggerguard and forend iron retain 99% vibrant case-colors with a touch of silvering on the
ing highlighting detailed scenes of gold-inlaid game birds left and right, the Beretta monogram in gold on the underside. The pistolgrip walnut stock and forend are in excellent condition with fine checkering and an unen graved oval monogram plate on the toeline. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with lever coming to rest well right of center, features robust ejectors
with a fiber optic front sight. Included is the Beretta factory hardcase, manual, Beretta Certificate of Inspection for used firearms, Beretta multi-purpose tool, snap caps, five Beretta chokes (cylinder through full), and a spare butt pad. A wonderful smallbore double that has seen little, if any, use. (14C119521) {MODERN} (3500/5000) 1051. EXCELLENT BERETTA MODEL 687 EXTRA
frame is in similarly excellent condition with the forend iron showing a tiny spot of staining on the left edge. The frame is wonderfully hand engraved with flowing foliate scroll throughout, small bouquets on the lever, and a floral motif on the hinge pin and screw heads; the side of the trigger is signed “Bottega C. Giovanelli”. There are some light freckles at the rear of the inside of the triggerguard, and the trigger retains all its gold finish. The checkered straight grip deluxe walnut stock and schnabel-style forend are in near excellent condition with two tiny dings at the top rear of the forend and some scattered minor handling marks, both stock and forend exhibiting delightful grain figure and features an unengraved oval monogram plate on the toeline and a 14 3/8” length of pull to the factory Beretta pad. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest well right of center and features robust ejectors, inertial triggers, and is sighted with a lone bead on the nicely matted rib. Included is a factory Beretta hardcase, end labeled and numbered to the gun, four Beretta chokes (full, modified, improved cylinder, and improved modified), Beretta multi-tool, spare hard plastic buttplate, manual, and Beretta Certificate of Inspection for used firearms. A lovely smallbore Italian shotgun, for the sportsman that wants his shotgun to look as fine as it performs. (14C11952-2) {MODERN} (6000/8000)
with light handling marks with a tiny spot of filler and a very small flake in the toe of the hard rubber buttplate with a 14” length of pull and drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/2”. The shotgun is sighted with a single brass bead and feature mechanical triggers, robust ejector, and an automatic safety. A fine example of these quick pointing doubles. (10A11922-1) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
OVER UNDER SHOTGUN
EJECTORGUN
serial #RBL003482, 28 ga., 28” solid rib barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels and action retain 98% original blue and are wonderfully engraved with standard pattern foliate scroll and geometric patterns. The lever and selector are a pleasing plum patina and the single selective trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish. The shotgun is sighted with a single brass bead and the long left k markings along its edges providing a 14 5/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4” and features a single selective trigger, and non-automatic safety. Included is an attractive CSMC leather covered case with canvas sleeve, snap caps, two-piece rod with cleaning jags, slip covers and oiler. A lovely smallbore that is sure to impress. (10B11862-14) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
bores. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue with sunburst pattern engraving on the pivot pin and foliate scroll pattern engraving about the frame, lever, and fences with a gold inlaid flying grouse surrounded by foliate scroll along the belly. The trigger retains about 70% gold finish with areas worn bright. The shotgun is sighted with a small white mid-bead and Bradley style front and the checkered walnut pistolgrip stock with unengraved brass monogram plate and beaver tail forend with ebony insert rate excellent. The stock is fitted with a solid recoil pad providing a 14 3/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, and robust ejectors. The action locks up well with lever resting dead center. A lovely smallbore that remains in a fine state of condition. (10C11523-72) {MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/4000)
serial #CL28-0976E, 28 ga., 26” ventilated matted rib barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue with sunburst pattern engraving on the pivot pin and foliate scroll pattern engraving about the frame, lever, and fences with a gold inlaid flying grouse surrounded by foliate scroll along the belly. The trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish. The shotgun is sighted with a small white mid-bead and Bradley style front and the custom fleur-de-lis
edges and provides a 14” length of pull with drops of 1 1/4” and 2 3/8”. A lovely small frame double in a desirable gauge for the Winchester Collector. (10C11523-71) {MODERN} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3500/5000)
blue with a very minor spot of operational wear along the barrel bottom and magazine tube. The bolt face remains bright with tiny specks of fine oxidation staining and the rifle retains its original factory sights. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock and 17-groove flat bottom forend rate excellent with perhaps a tiny handling or rack mark. A wonderful and hard to improve upon example of these desirable slide action rifles. (10B11523-1) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1500/2000)
WINCHESTER MODEL 61 MAGNUM SLIDE ACTION RIFLE
flat bottom forend rate excellent with perhaps a tiny handling mark or two. This is a “minty” Magnum sure to enhance any collection. (10B11523-2) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
ARRIETA MODEL 557 SIDELOCK DOUBLE
serial #57-03-67-99, 28 ga., 28” chopper lump barrels choked cylinder and improved cylinder with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this New England Arms-imported shotgun retain 98% original blue with perhaps a tiny handling f the rib. The lever and triggerguard retain a similar amount of blue finish and are lightly engraved with foliate scroll and geometric patterns. The action and robust ejectors. An attractive Spanish made smallbore double ejectorgun. (10B11845-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
1057. WINCHESTER MODEL 61 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE
has sideclips with relief engraved game scenes, flowing scroll, and geometric pattern borders. There are pheasants in a woodland setting on the right side and waterfowl on the left with the Suhl blacksmith at his forge along the belly of the frame. The English-style checkered walnut stock and splinter style forend rate excellent aside from a few light handling marks with strong grain figure throughout. Length of pull to the hard rubber buttplate is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 1/2”. Shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, Greener crossbolt, cocking indicators and ejectors. An at tractive German-made smallbore in a fine state of condition. (10C11875-1) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
1061. BROWNING CITORI XT TRAP OVER UNDER SHOTGUN FOUR GAUGE SET WITH BRILEY REVOLUTION TUBES
serial #10556MV131, 12 ga, 30” screw choked high post ventilated rib barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain 98% original blue finish and the grayfinished receiver with gold accents and light engraving remains bright with some scattered specks of fine oxidation staining. The shotgun is sighted with a white mid-bead and red Hi-Viz front sight and the checkered high gloss walnut Monte Carlo stock and forend with right side palm swell and adjustable comb rate about ex cellent aside from a few light handling marks. The shotgun features a single adjustable trigger, ejectors, non-automatic safety, and waffle-style recoil pad. Included are six fitted color coded Briley tubes in 20 ga., 28 ga., and .410 bore and a large assortment of screw chokes both flush and extended styles. There are 17 screw-chokes total: (10) 12ga, screw chokes; (4) extended Carlson’s (2 light modified, 2 full) and (2) flush Carlson’s both cylinder, (2) Browning Plus Skeet-Lead improved cylinder, (2) Briley improved skeet, (3) 20 ga., Briley in full, full, and modified, and (4) Briley .410 bore chokes (2) skeet, (1) modified, and (1) improved cylinder. A small mallet, seating tool, two choke wrenches and a custom fitted Peak shotgun case are also included. A fine all-in-one gun for the competition shooter. (10B119241) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
1062. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1710 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #CAS5513, 22 LR, 6” full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely late 1990s K-22 Masterpiece shows light use and was well cared for. It retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes. The smooth combat trigger and service hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The grips are excellent con dition unmarked finger groove round butt combat style stag stocks showing strong bark on both panels. This gun features a replacement serrated Patridge fiber optic front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight and a ten-shot aluminum factory cylinder. It includes the original factory hard case, manual, and paperwork. A great find for the collector. This version of the timeless Model 17 is difficult to find in such fine condition and was only manufactured for a few years. (8A11872-43) {MODERN}
1063. SMITH & WESSON K-22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #K59312, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely third year production (1948) K-22 has seen minimal use and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with minor edge wear. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful 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 Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. An early Masterpiece in lovely condition for your collection. (8A11872-51) {C&R}
1064. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 296 AIR LIGHT TI CENTENNIAL REVOLVER
serial #CDE8979, 44 Special, 2 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Air Light Ti remains virtually as-new-in-box. It retains about 99% plus original factory anod ized finish while the cylinder has a natural satin titanium finish. The trigger retains bold casehardened colors. The grips are S&W Crimson Trace checkered rubber boot style grips with functioning laser, S&W monogram, and they rate excellent. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, and the markings include a maximum bullet weight of 200 grains on the barrel. It includes the original jewelry-style hard case, lock, manual, and paperwork. Hard use and only three years of limited production leave the Model 296 very hard to find in such fine condition. (8A11872-1) {MODERN}
WILDEY SURVIVOR SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #3781, 45 Winchester Magnum, 12” barrel with an excellent bore. This New Milford, Connecticut-made pistol was designed for hunting with magnum cartridges and was popularized by Charles Bronson in Death Wish 3. This standard model pistol shows light use, the satin stainless steel surfaces rate very good plus showing widely scattered tiny spots of staining from oxidation. The aluminum rib shows scattered light bubbling to the silver finish. The smooth hardwood factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a serrated black blade front sight, stainless steel adjustable rear sight with black slider, double / single action mechanism, combination manual hammer block safety and de-cocker, and adjustable gas regulator. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory seven-round magazines, manual, and paperwork. There is a spare ventilated rib in the box that shows the same scattered bubbling as the one on the gun. The box rates about good with the hinge on the cover partially separated and the foam on the interior is deteriorating; it crumbles at the touch. An interesting handgun. See our timed auction for ammunition. (8B11872-9) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
EXCELLENT CZ CZECHMATE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
cessories to convert the gun to Limited division. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original black finish. The black aluminum grips are enhanced with grip tape and rate excellent. Factory features include a C-More red dot sight that still func tions, four port compensator, slide racker, later added oversized ambidextrous thumb safeties (originals provided), later added flat match trigger (original provided), magazine well, oversized magazine release, checkered straps, and a fantastic trigger pull. It includes the original factory hard case, replacement 5 1/4” 9mm barrel for Limited class with excellent bore and screw on compensator / bushing, adjustable iron sights, original thumb safety, original slide stop, a single ten-round factory magazine, a pair of twenty-round factory magazines, and a single 26-round factory magazine. A fine pistol for the competitor. (8B11872-22) {
serial #GN02003, 50 GI, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful 1911-style pistol shows little if any use and retains about 99% original black finish. The checkered synthetic factory grips remain in excellent condition. This gun features a serrated semi-ramp Tri jicon front sight that still glows, Wilson Combat Bo-Mar style plain black blade adjustable rear sight, long trigger with overtravel stop, checkered straps, extended thumb safety, tight barrel to frame fit, excellent trigger, and beavertail safety. It includes the original soft nylon case, Allen wrench for the two-piece recoil spring guide rod, and four seven-round factory magazines. (8B11872-17)
1068. STACCATO XC SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
34862, 9mm, 4” barrel (5” with compensator) with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol has seen light use and remains in wonderful condition. It retains about 99% original DLC black finish while the polymer grip rates excellent with aggressive texturing and the Staccato star mono gram. It features an integral compensator, lightening cuts on the slide, Dawson fiber optic front sight, Delta Point Pro back up rear sight, skeletonized long trigger with overtravel stop, ambidex trous thumb safeties, equipment rail, and magazine funnel. The primary sight is a Trijicon RMR dual illuminated reflex red dot sight that utilizes fiber optics or Tritium to illuminate the dot. It includes the original factory soft case, a variety of spare sights and sight parts, a pair of factory 17-round mag azines, single factory 20 round magazine, manual, test target, cable lock, and paperwork. A superb competition gun. (8B11872-42) {MODERN} (2500/4000)
1069. CUSTOM COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL BY T.D. WALTERS
serial #70L32442, 9mm, 5” replacement Bar-Sto barrel with an excellent bore. Thomas David Walters is a gunsmith out of Dallas, Texas. There is not a lot of information on Mr. Walters but comments lean toward him being the best unknown pistol smith for 1911s. He signed his work on the bottom of the slide and it is dated November 1997, with his initials and serial #2442. It retains about 97-98% professionally restored blue with light operational wear on the bottom of the slide. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and remain in excellent condition. Work performed includes fitting the Bar-Sto barrel and bushing, tight slide to frame fit, dovetailed semi-ramp white dot night sight that no longer glows, low mount Bo-Mar adjustable rear sight, checkered frontstrap, beavertail grip safety with memory bump, spur on hammer shortened and edges melted, trigger job, and extended thumb safety. It includes a single factory nine-round magazine and a mismatched factory hard case. A well-crafted pistol for your collection. (8A11863-7) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1070. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 27-5 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #S240042, 357 Magnum, 6 1/2” plain barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely mid-1960s revolver shows light use and retains about 97-98% original blue showing light wear at the muzzle and rear of the triggerguard, and a few tiny oxidation stains. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The checkered goncalo alves target grips feature a silver S&W medallion, extractor cut, and remain in excellent condition. This gun is sighted with a McGivern gold bead front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. The Model 27 is a fine revolver and a must-have collectible for the Smith & Wesson aficionados. (8A11925-10) {C&R}
1071. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 25-9 RICHARD PETTY COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER
serial #RLP0436, 45 Colt, 8 3/8” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1990 Commemorative remains as-new-in-case and retains 99% plus original blue. The .400” serrated semitarget trigger and .500” target hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The smooth goncalo alves factory grips feature a speed loader cut and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a red insert front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, unfluted cylinder with the gold inlay dates of his Winston Cup wins, a likeness of Mr. Petty on the sideplate, and his race car number and amount of wins on the barrel. It includes a factory oak presentation case with French fit light blue velvet lining. Also included is a brief background on the previous owner Ronald Young, an upstart stock car driver, and the original order letter from 1991. Except for the prefix, the serial number matches the Bill Elliott offering that follows this lot. A super find for the NASCAR fan. (8A11822-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1072. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 586-3 BILL ELLIOTT COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER
serial #WCE0436, 357 Magnum, 6” full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Commemorative remains as-new-in-case and retains 99% plus original nickel. The .400” smooth combat trigger and semi target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The smooth goncalo alves factory grips feature a speed loader cut and remain in excellent condition. This gun fea tures a red ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, a likeness of Bill Elliott on the sideplate, and etching on the barrel celebrating his 1988 win. It includes a factory hardwood presentation case with French fit red velvet lining. Also included is a brief background on the previous owner Ronald Young, an upstart stock car driver, and the original order letter from 1991. Except for the prefix, the serial number matches the Richard Petty offering in previous lot. A fine collectible for the NASCAR enthusiasts. (8A11822-2) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1073. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 27-3 50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE REVOLVER
serial #REG0363, 357 Magnum, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1985 Commemorative remains as-new-in-case and retains 99% plus original blue. The .400” serrated semi-target trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors. The smooth goncalo alves factory grips feature a speed loader cut and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, and gold inlays on the sideplate and barrel celebrating fifty years of the 357 Magnum. It includes a factory hardwood presentation case with French fit dark blue velvet lining. Also included is a brief background on the previous owner Ronald Young, an upstart stock car driver, factory copy of the original “registration certificates”, factory cleaning kit, and key to case. A fine tribute to the original Registered Magnum and great collectible. (8A11822-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)
volver shows very little use and retains about 99% original blue while the frame retains vivid case-hardened colors. The checkered two-piece factory synthetic grips feature a Rampant Colt and a Federal Eagle, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has typical Single Action features and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original factory hard case and manual. A beautiful revolver for the collector. (8B11813-6) (1800/2200)
1075. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #N483229, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” pinned heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This re volver shows only light use and retains about 99% original blue showing minor handling marks. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature an extractor cut and remain in excellent 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 with shipping sleeve correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The case rates excellent with strong flocking on the interior. A classic “44 Magnum”. (8A11825-9) {
1076. HECKLER & KOCH MARK 23 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #23-018820, 45 ACP, 5 3/4" polygonal-rifled threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol remains in excellent overall condition, showing only a few minor instances of high edge wear and retaining 99% original “maritime” corrosion-resistant blue, with the polymer frame rating similarly showing little if any wear. This example was manufactured in 2016 and includes its original factory hardcase, keys, manual, factory target, and four 12-round factory magazines, two of which remain asnew in their packaging. The Mark 23 is famed for its combination of rugged durability and match-grade accuracy, and this high-condition example is sure to provide the same excellent performance. (26A11872-10) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1077. MAGNUM RESEARCH DESERT EAGLE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY IMI
serial #95257331, 44 Magnum, 6 3/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This Mark VII pistol retains 98% original matte black oxide finish, showing light handling and high edge wear with the frame toning to plum. The textured IMI-branded synthetic grips remain in excellent condition, and this Mark VII features a Weaver-style rail atop the barrel, a 3/8” dovetail, no optics cross-slots, and the “claw”-style ambidextrous thumb safety. It retains the standard open sights and included is the factory plastic hardcase, manual, sticker, warranty card, and four factory 8-round magazines, two of which remain in their original packaging. A complete Israeli-made example which have been enjoying continued collector interest. (26A11872-13) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
rail, tang safety, and a Triggertech Diamond PVD flat face two-stage trigger. It is paired with a Woox Furiosa chassis which offers a variety of custom adjustment and accessory options and is equipped with both Picatinny and M-LOK mounting systems, all rating excellent showing light wear around the stippled grip with a few other minute handling marks. No optics are present and three 5-round factory magazines are included. A capable and highly modular rimfire. (26A11872-67) {MODERN} (2000/4000)
1078. CUSTOM VUDOO GUN WORKS V-22 BOLT ACTION RIFLE
serial #DLT5001443, 308 Win, 20” Heavy Palma-profile threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% black Cerakote showing only the odd handling mark or silvering. The carbon fiber reinforced black polymer stock remains in excellent condition and features forward M-LOK mounts and quick detach swivels, adjustable comb and buttplate, and is equipped with an adjustable single-stage Timney Elite Hunter trigger. It retains the factory Picatinny rail and is currently equipped with a Weaver Nitrex TR ONE 6-20x50 optic which rates excellent with minimal handling wear and crisp clear glass, and included is a single 5-round Magpul PMag, Magpul M-LOK bipod which rates excellent, as well as a black nylon sling. A capable and high condition package. (26A11921-15) {MODERN} (1800/2200)
serial #VGW3291, 22 LR, 19 3/4” threaded barrel with a bright excellent -
fering a 1/2x28 thread pitch barrel combined with a Trigger Tech PVD black curved trigger, full capture control bolt with large bolt knob, topped off with a Vudoo right-handed 20 MOA scope base rail. This action is fitted to a JP Enterprise APAC chassis of lightweight 6061-T6 construction featuring a folding stock with rock-solid locking hinge, adjustable stock height, length, and cant via quick, detent-adjustable tension wheels, and a free floating tubular handguard. Includes five 10-round magazines and spare 5 3/4” rail. A stunning and impressive custom build. (31A11872-91) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
HECKLER & KOCH HK93 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #A124972, 223 Rem, 16” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1982 datecoded rifle remains in as-new condition retaining 99% original gray enamel and the black -
cludes one 25-round factory steel magazines. This rifle represents an exciting opportunity for the Heckler & Koch collector. (31A11872-95) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
phate finishes with some light handling wear. Black polymer furniture rates very good to excellent including the addition of a factory HK PSG-1 stock. The rifle includes a muzzle protector, brass deflector and includes one excellent condition 5/64 date-coded factory steel 20-round magazine and original manual. A fine addition to any H&K collection. (31A11872-104) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
a foldable and adjustable shoulder rest stock, front and rear flip-up sights, and a Picatinny mounting system. Included are five 10-round magazines, additional grip panels, a cleaning kit, sling, bipod, hardcase and the owner’s manual. The Brugger & Thomet APR308 (Advanced Precision Rifle) is a rifle that will stand out at the range. (31A11897-27) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
VUDOO GUN WORKS CUSTOM BOLT
HECKLER & KOCH HK91 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
Included are five 10-round magazines, an additional 27” 338 Norma Magnum barrel (the QU ICKLOC barrel release technology allows the user to easily change barrels using a 4mm hex key), additional stock pads, barrel thread protector, and owner’s manual conveniently stored on a flash drive. An impressive addition to any shooters collection. (31A11872-25) {MODERN} (6000/8000)
serial #0013, 7.62mm NATO, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. This is an excellent quality 1919 built on an Israeli 7.62mm parts kit and using semi-auto only side plates. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original arsenal gray parkerized finish, with typical wear around the bearing and working surfaces. The markings remain clear, with the right-side plate marked “SN-0013 MARK FOSTER BEVERLY, MA.”, and a mixture of U.S. and Israeli stampings throughout. Features include the perforated barrel jacket shroud, adjustable rear sight, pop-up front sight, and pistolgrip. This exceptional belt-fed, crew-served weapon comes with a reproduction WWII U.S.-issued tripod, which includes the correct pintle and T&E mounts. The tripod’s finish is a faded OD green-tan enamel paint, which shows moderate flaking and areas of light surface oxidation. Included are 35 rounds of belted display ammunition, and the entire unit is stored in a 48”x21”x13” military-style transit chest. Here is your chance to obtain one of these desirable civilian-legal 1919s. Due to the size and weight of this item, freight charges will apply. (31A11897-93) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
bidextrous safety levers, magazine releases, and sling points, left or right side charging handle, a two-position short stroke gas system, M1913 rails at the 12, 3, 6, 9 o'clock positions, right side folding and telescoping buttstock with adjustable comb height, and the rifle is equipped with the original factory folding sights and FN-branded PWS muzzle brake. Also included are four two-tone 30-round factory steel magazines, two still in their factory plastic clamshell packaging and the remaining two in like-new condition This lightweight rifle is in like-new condition and is sure to be a highlight of any modern military firearms collection. (31A11872-105) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #EJ000321, 6.5 Creedmoor, 24” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The rifle rates excellent, with 99% plus original black anodized finish. The MRAD offers an integral 7000 series upper receiver with a quick-change barrel system, polymer bolt guide, and a fully adjustable skeletonized folding stock with cheek, shoulder, and length of pull adjustments. It also includes an ambidextrous paddle-style magazine release and a left/right swappable 45-degree short-throw safety switch. The rifle comes with a Pelican hard case specifically fitted to it, five 10-round magazines, and the owner’s manual. (31A11872-87) {MODER} (2000/3000)
and 9 1/4” on the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions. It also features an ambidextrous safety, Geissele flat face trigger, and LMT-DMR adjustable stock. The rifle comes with two 10-round and two 20-round Magpul magazines, along with the owner’s manual. (31A11872-88) {MODERN} (1500/2500)
SIG SAUER 556 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #JS038018, 5.56 NATO, 16 1/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this U.S. made carbine retain about 97% parkerized and black anodized finishes with a typical spot of wear toning to gray behind the ejection port. The factory black polymer furniture, which includes a right-side folding and telescoping buttstock, rate excellent. The carbine features an adjustable gas piston system, ambidextrous safety levers, A2 flash hider, hooded front sight, and Sig Sauer diopter-style rear sight. Included are two 30-round Sig Sauer magazine with coupler, Sig Sauer Romeo red dot optic, manual and hardcase. The front handguard has been swapped out with an original San Swiss 55X series furniture, so the original handguard will come separately. Both rifle and red dot both appear to function as designed.(31A11872-97) {MODERN} (1000/2000)
1090. DESERT TECH SRS A1 MULI-CALIBER BOLT ACTION RIFLE KIT
serial #SRS005889, 308 Win, 22” barrel with bright excellent bore and a stainless 8-port compensator. This bullpup rifle comes in Flat Dark Earth and condition rates very good plus with scattered light wear and handling marks. This rifle features a 6.5x47 Lapua conversion kit which includes a 26” fluted barrel with bright excellent bore and a 4-port compensator, one 5-round magazine, bolt and adapter and a 30” 300 Norma Mag barrel with bright excellent bore and a 6-port box compensator. Included are a 51 1/2”x 14 3/4” Pelican case, SRS standard soft case in FDE, two thread converter, single shot sled, two thread protectors, barrel washers, Allen keys, Seekonk 80lbs torque hexkey, two tourque bits, 10mm socket and sling mounts (31A11904-1) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
quality FAL clone with a build date of 11/09 is built on a milled, DSA Type 1 receiver assembled by Arizona Response Systems in Tonopah, AZ. The black polymer buttstock, pistolgrip, and handguards rate excellent with a couple light handling marks on the grip. The adjustable 600m rear and Type C front sights are intact and function as designed, and the action appears to function well mechanically. No magazine is included but they are readily available. Included is a Cabela’s hard case. (31A11862-7) {MODERN} (1000/2000)
KNIGHT'S ARMAMENT STONER SR-15 M4
serial #KM11717, 5.56mm, 16” matte black barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The barrel has a few light wear and handling marks, upper receiver surfaces retain about 98% plus original black anodized finish with some light edge wear on the top rail. The chrome sand cutter stainless steel BCG appears to show little use, equipped with a factory free-float aluminum quad rail handguard with covers. The lower receiver bears the early Vero Beach, FL address with a fixed A2 buttstock and pistolgrip, rates excellent, and features a KAC 300 Meter folding rear sight, A2 front sight, KAC scope riser mount, Fenix TK11 light cradled in a ElZetta flashlight rifle mount, Laser Device laser and one 30-round magazine. This is an excellent to near-new example of a highly desirable AR rifle. (31A11876-3) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
and light handling marks and some silvering on high edges of the top rail. The lower receiver bears the early Vero Beach, FL address, the chrome sand cutter stainless steel BCG bolt appears to be unused with no evidence of wear. Rifle is equipped with a Knight's Armament free-float aluminum quad rail handguard that also bears the Vero Beach address and the ''5.56 M4 Match'' model designation. Rifle features a fixed A2 buttstock and pistolgrip, which rate excellent, a set of factory flip-up iron sights mounted to the flattop receiver and picatinny rail, and a set of rail covers are included. There is no magazine included but any AR 5.56 platform magazine is compatible. Knight's is well known for their quality rifle, and this is an excellent opportunity to own one of these hard-to-acquire, like-new, top-ofthe-line rifles. (31A11876-5) {MODERN} (3000/4000)
serial #70-01286, 7.62mm NATO, 16” heavy barrel with flash hider and a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original black anodized finish, and the composite MagPul MIAD grip and VLTOR EMOD six-position collapsible buttstock, both with storage, rate excellent. The rifle features an adjustable gas block, short stroke gas piston, non-reciprocating charging handle, and a monoforge upper receiver with integrated rail-base. The upper features a flattop picatinny rail and is equipped with a free-float quad rail with Skirmish front and rear sights, one QD mount, and a Harris bipod. Includes two 20-round MagPul magazines and spare parts kit which includes an additional bolt assembly and firing pin. This rifle is in as-new condition and would make a great shooter (31A11876-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
1095. TANGENT THETA 5-25X56MM TT525P LONG RANGE RIFLE TELESCOPE
Scope measures 18 3/4” overall in very good plus condition and features Theta dial lever, Vortex bubble level, Desert Tech 34mm mount, MOA-ER reticle, 34mm main tube, 1/4” MOA adjustments, 11 reticle illumination set tings, side parallax adjustment, tool-less re-zero feature, elevation zero-stop, double-turn elevation with rev indicator and lens caps. A very impressive optic. (31A11904-2) (4000/5000)
ZEISS HENSOLDT
This Carl Zeiss Hensoldt ZF 3-12x56 mil dot scope retains crisp clear optics. This matte black finish scope measures 12 3/4” overall with an illuminated mil dot reticle in the first focal plane features a 34mm tube, .1 MRAD click adjustment, colored index lines on the elevation knob, and a parallax adjustment. Mounted on a set of 34mm TPS rings attached to an A.R.M.S. #63 throw-lever QD mount. Includes a Zeiss protective lens cap. (31A11867-2) (1000/2000)
1097. EXCALIBUR ELECTRO OPTIC M644 RAPTOR GEN III NIGHT VISION SCOPE
This matte black finish optic measures 12″x3.75″x3.5″ and weighs 3lbs 6oz with a 4X magnification, 8.3˚FOV, high resolution 64lp/mm minimum, and operates using AA batteries. Mounted on a A.R.M.S. #19A throw-lever QD mount includes nylon case, owner’s manual and original inspection and test data sheet. Night vision functionality confirmed. (31A11876-7) (1000/2000)
1098. VORTEX RAZOR HD AMG RIFLESCOPE
serial #75874-00938. This is a Vortex Razor HD AMG 6-24x50 Precision Riflescope. This scope measures approximately 15 3/4" overall with a 30mm tube. This scope is equipped with an EBR-7B MRAD reticle and clear optics. The matte black finish remains 99% complete overall with some light handling marks present, and the tur ret caps appear to show light wear. Included with the scope is the original foam-lined box, a warranty card and a screw-on sunshade. There is a Scalarworks mount attached including two rings. An excellent and premier Vortex scope. (2A11872-76) (1500/2500)
1099. KAHLES K525I SCOPE
serial #1065003. This is a Kahles 525x56mm K525i Scope. This scope measures approximately 14 1/2" overall in length with a 34mm body. The matte black finish remains 99% complete with minute handling marks and is equipped with an SKMR4 reticle and clear optics. Included with the scope is the original box, a neoprene scope cover, manual, paperwork and a brown Spuhr rifle scope mount that is attached to the scope. An excellent Kahles scope overall. (2A11872-83) (1500/2500)
1100. LEUPOLD MARK 5HD RIFLESCOPE
serial #322652AJ. This is a Leupold Mark 5HD 7-35x56 Riflescope. This scope measures 16” overall in length with a 35mm tube. The matte black finish remains 99% complete with minute handling marks and the scope is equipped with an FFP PR2-MIL reticle and clear optics. Included with the scope is a pair of factory flip-open lens covers, the original box, manual, Allen wrench and a black Spuhr mount that is at tached to the scope. An excellent Leupold Mark 5HD riflescope. (2A11872-79) (1200/1800)
1101. LEUPOLD MARK 5HD RIFLESCOPE
serial #338198AJ. This is a Leupold Mark 5HD 7-35x56 Riflescope. This scope measures 16” overall in length with a 35mm tube. The matte black finish remains 98% complete with light handling marks and the scope is equipped with an FFP PR2-MIL ret icle and clear optics. Included with the scope is a pair of factory flip-open lens covers, the original box, manual, Allen wrench, sunshade and a 35mm Leupold ring mount that is attached to the scope. An excellent Leupold Mark 5HD riflescope. (2A11872-80) (1000/1500)
1102. LEUPOLD MARK 5HD RIFLESCOPE
serial #530718AH. This is a Leupold Mark 5HD 7-35x56 Riflescope. This scope measures 16” overall in length with a 35mm tube. The matte black finish remains 98% complete with light handling marks and the scope is equipped with an FFP PR2-MIL reticle and clear optics. Included with the scope is a pair of factory flip-open lens covers, the original box, manual, Allen wrench, and a 35mm 20MOA scope mount that is attached to the scope. An excellent Leupold Mark 5HD riflescope. (2A11872-75) (1000/1500)
1103. ZERO COMPROMISE ZC420 RIFLESCOPE
serial #BB140. This is a Zero Com promise Optic ZC420 4-20x50 MIL WR. This scope measures about 13” overall in length with a 36mm tube. The matte black finish remains 97% complete with two small scuffs near the objective lens and light handling marks. The scope is equipped with an MPCT1 reticle and clear optics. Included with the scope is the original box, manual, paperwork, flip-open lens covers, objective lens sunshade and a black Spuhr scope mount that is attached to the scope and rates very good. An excellent riflescope overall. (2A11872-82) (2000/3000)
1104. SCHMIDT AND BENDER RIFLESCOPE
serial #398347. This is a Schmidt and Bender 3-20x50mm PMII LP P4LF Riflescope. This scope measures approximately 15” overall in length with a 1 1/4" (34mm) tube. The matte finish remains 99% complete with light handling marks. The scope is equipped with a first focal plane P4LF reticle and clear glass. In cluded with the scope is the original box, identification slip, flip-open lens covers and a black Spuhr scope mount that is attached to the scope and rates excellent. Overall, an excellent scope remaining in nearly as-new condition. (2A11872-81) (2500/3500)
1105. EXCELLENT NIGHTFORCE NXS 5.5-22X50 RIFLESCOPE
serial #V10089. This top-of-the-line riflescope is in excellent condition retaining 99% original matte black finish. It measures 15 1/2" overall in length with a 30mm tube, and is equipped with a non-illuminated MOAR – 20 MOA reticle and crystal clear glass. It also features a left side parallax adjustment and a 1/4 MOA click adjustable turrets. Included with this Nightforce is an objective lens sunshade with light handling marks, a pair of flip-up snap lens covers and a pair of rings that are attached. An excellent large magnification range scope. (2A11897-18-1) (2000/3000)
serial #23871, 12 ga., 28” barrels choked modified and improved modified with mostly bright about very good plus bores showing some stubborn fouling. The barrels, triggerguard, dog-shaped top lever, and small parts of this 1994-production shotgun retain about 99% original blue with a scattered light handling mark or two. The frame and trigger are bright and about excellent with a few light handling marks. The checkered walnut straight grip buttstock and splinter-style forend with push-button release rate about excellent with handsome wrap around
breech of the right barrel is stamped “UGARTECHEA-MADE IN SPAIN” and the top of the left “PARKER-HALE LTD. B IRMINGHAM ENGLAND.” The checkered walnut English buttstock and forend with push-button release rate about very good plus with perhaps a light coat of added finish over some scattered dings and light handling marks, including a thin sliver missing from the upper left edge of the forend where it meets the frame. The checkered wooden buttplate provides a 14 3/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/4”. The ejectors are robust; the barrels lock up tightly and on-face with the top lever right of center. A handsome Spanish double by Parker-Hale. (23A11432-17) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1108. BERNARDELLI ROMA 6E SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
serial #210940, 12 ga., 27” barrels marked improved cylinder and improved modified, and gauging modified in both, with
carved in relief with “V. BERNARDELLI” and “GARDONE V.T.” in riband on the left and right sides respectively. The wraparound checkered deluxe walnut straight grip stock and splinter-style forend with push-button release rate about excellent with a short hairline crack behind the upper tang. The checkering is crisp and the stock and forend display some nice grain figure. The recoil pad provides a 15 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 3/8” and 2”. The barrels are sighted with a white bead at the muzzle and lock up tightly and on-face, the underside of the barrels are import-marked by Magnum Research, and the ejectors function well. A very fine example of these quality shotguns by Vincenzo Bernardelli. (23B11432-15) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
1109. RENATO GAMBA OXFORD 90 SIDEPLATED DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
forend with push-button release rate excellent. The added Kick-Eez recoil pad provides a 14” length of pull with drops of 1 3/8” and 2”. The barrels lock up tightly and on-face with the top lever right of center, and they are sighted with a silver bead. The underside of the barrels are import-marked by Heckler & Koch, the ejectors are robust, and the following pair of choke tubes are included: full, skeet. (23A11432-125) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
1107. PARKER-HALE BOXLOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
serial #061610, 7.62mm NATO, 22” heavy match Douglas barrel with flash hider and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this factory accurized rifle retain about 9899% original Parkerized finish with a touch of high edge wear and a light handling mark or two. The McMillian fiberglass pistolgrip stock is in near excellent condition with a few scattered minor handling marks, displays a Marine Corps green camouflage pattern, and the action is neatly glass bedded within the stock. The rifle features a TRW bolt and an H&R hammer.
(14B11733-10) {MODERN}
1111. SPANISH SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY ARRIETA
(1800/2200)
The rifle is sighted with a match-grade hooded aperture rear sight and a “NM 062” marked front sight, and included is a scope base and a pair of rings. Also included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle, a 20-round and likely 5-round mag azine, and sling. The factory box is in good condition showing overall wear and a few light tears. An excellent Super Match that appears to have seen little use.
serial #6438, 20 ga (2 3/4”), 27 5/8” chopper lump barrels choked a tight modified and full with a bright excellent bore showing only some stubborn remnants of wad residue. The barrels retain about 98% original blue with some light thinning at the muzzles and scattered fine handling marks, and what appears to be two social security numbers are very lightly etched along the right breech and underrib, easily missed upon first inspection. ving,
the small parts showing lighter coverage of the same. The checkered straight grip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in near excellent condition with a few light handling marks and softened spots of checkering, and features drop points, a checkered butt, and a 14 1/4” length of pull with drops of 1 1/4” and 2 1/4”. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest well right of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, Holland and Holland hand detachable locks, cocking indicators, an articulated front trigger, weighs 5 lbs. 13 oz, and is sighted with a lone brass bead. Included is a green luggagestyle case showing some minor storage wear on the exterior and a vibrant green lined interior, with compartments for the disassembled shotgun and accessories, and a pair of keys for the same. A wonderful 1960-made smallbore Spanish double in a fine state of condition. (14B11862-11) {C&R} (2500/4000)
serial #5816934, 308 Win, 24” 7-66 dated Springfield Armory barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized bore still showing clear rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 96% mixed arsenal and maker reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points and scattered previous light pitting beneath the finish, and the receiver and bolt have toned to an even plum patina. The walnut stock and handguards are in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with an added finish, showing a neatly repaired lengthwise crack of the forward handguard and a few light handling marks, the underside of the stock neatly opened to accepted an M1A magazine. The rifle has been modified with the removal of the forward legs and internal parts of the receiver, the welding of the follower rod and operating spring to form one unit, a recess milled in the trigger housing to accept a M1A magazine and a catch added, and the chamber shows an insert similar to those used by the U.S. Navy in their first conversion attempts. The clip latch has also been converted to act as a bolt hold-open, but only works with a magazine inserted. The barrel shows a Blue Sky import mark. The rifle retains the standard open sights and appears to function mechanically. (14A1186423) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1 GARAND
WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS MODEL 1873 DELUXE
serial #WIJP00116YM73C, 357 Magnum, 24” part round part octagon barrel with full length magazine tube and a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 98% original blue while the action retains a similar amount of vibrant casehardened colors. The rifle is sighted with a Marbles brass bead front and Marbles aperture tang rear sight and the rear dovetail is neatly blanked. The satin finish checkered walnut stocks rate excellent and included with this handsome rifle is its original factory box, manual, and rear sight. (10A11884-6) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
and Trijicon wide blade front. Included are the factory box numbered to the gun, related papers, one unmarked 10-round and one unmarked 5-round magazine. (10A11872-74) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
barrel rates excellent and the action and bolt retain 98-99% matte blue with perhaps a tiny handling or rack mark. The rifle is void of sights and features a Tally-style one-piece base affixed. The composite target stock with adjustable comb rates excellent. This as-new-in-box rifle comes with its original factory box, manual, spacers, and 10-round MDT detachable magazine. (10A11900-6) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
scroll and game scene patterns, the right lock showing a waterfowl scene and the left lock an upland bird scene, and the trigger retains 95% of its gold finish with light edge wear. The triggerguard and lever show light floral and geometric patterns and the checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and beavertail forend rate excellent with a length of pull of 14” and drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, and ejectors. Included are two skeet chokes. (10A11694-3) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
features an oversized magazine release, integrated Picatinny-style rail, and comes with two 15-round Ruger BX series magazines and manual and related papers. (10A11872-68) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
tang sight with adjustable aperture. The rifle also features dual set triggers and the action appears to function correctly. A lovely example of these classic Old-West target rifles without the two-year factory build time on current orders. (4A11850-6) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
(4A11850-7) {MODERN} (2000/2500)
swivel. An as-new-in-box example of these quality Sharps rifles. (4A11862-18) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2000)
some areas of light gray patina with specks of brown and is numbered to the rifle. The checkered walnut Mannlicher-style stock rates near excellent, showing sparsely scattered light handling marks and small dings. The checkered panels have mullered borders and the stock features a steel forend tip cap, a flared left side shadowline cheekpiece, and white line spacers at the gripcap and grooved buttplate. Carbine is equipped with double set triggers, right side safety and conventional shroud-mounted safety. The carbine is sighted with its original sporting front ramp sight with hood, the two leaf rear sight is no longer present and its dovetail remains vacant. A Weaver V9 adjustable objective 3-9X scope has been mounted to the receiver. The scope features a crosshair reticle and has clear optics. This is a lovely, scoped Mannlicher carbine proofed in 1957 that was imported by Stoeger Arms. (4A11866-4) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1122. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #B33581, 38 Special, 2” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This 1971-manufactured short grip frame revolver appears as-new retaining about 99% plus original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain full blue while the sides of the hammer remain bright. The fully checkered walnut factory extended grips are numbered to the gun, they feature silver Rampant Colt medallions, and rate ex cellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, and unshrouded ejector rod. A beautiful example for y collection. (8A11757-19) {C&R}
1120.
1123. COLT DIAMONDBACK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #S64566, 38 Special, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1981-manufactured revolver remains in as-new condition. 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 target
rear sight. It includes the factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about good plus with light cellophane tape repairs and edge wear. An excellent example of the Diamondback. (8B11829-2) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #FCW1051, Marvel unit #HK08373, 22 LR, 5 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol features a FCW steel 1911 lower frame with a Marvel Unit 1 aluminum lock back 22 LR conversion combination upper. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original black Cerakote finish. The dimpled and textured G10 synthetic grips feature a relief cut for the magazine catch and rate excellent. The aluminum upper features a combination rib with fiber optic post front sight, FCW Bo-Mar style adjustable rear sight, optics rail, and threaded barrel with protector. The FCW lower features checkered straps, beavertail grip safety with memory pad, speed hammer, extended thumb safety, and trigger job. The unit is tested to ensure sub 1” groups at 50 yards and the test target shows an astounding .740” group. It includes five FCW plastic lock back ten-round magazines, assorted spare recoil springs, takedown tool, lubricant, test target numbered to the Marvel unit, and manual. A superb pistol showing little if any use that would be excellent for a number of rimfire disciplines. (8A11872-73) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1125. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52-2 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #A105788, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely “The 38 Master” pistol shows minimal use and retains about 99% original blue finish showing minor edge wear. The checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, overtravel stop on the trigger, and slide mounted hammer block safety. It includes the original factory box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, three five-round factory marked magazines, manual, and an unmarked aftermarket grip adapter optics mount (replaces right grip panel). A beautiful 38 Master for the collector or serious Bullseye shooter. (1000/1500)
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 651 CONVERTIBLE REVOLVER
serial #R332483, 22 WMR / 22 LR, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely first production run 22/32 Magnum Kit Gun revolver shows light use while the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with minor handling marks. The smooth combat trigger and semi-target hammer retain full hard chrome finish. The un-numbered checkered walnut factory square butt Magna grips rate excellent. This gun is sighted with a red ramp front sight and black blade micro adjus table rear sight. The 22 Magnum cylinder appears to be unfired while the 22 LR cylinder has been used. It includes the original factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. The Magnum Kit guns command strong interest especially the convertibles. (8A11923-17) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
serial #1803382, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a lightly pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This 1944 pistol retains about 70% original Parkerized finish showing light edge wear, areas toned to brown under strong light, and handling marks. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, the right panel rates near excellent while the left panel rates about good with a series of moderate dings on the butt and a few other handling marks. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and other markings remains crisp. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine. A fine Remington with honest (1200/1800)
1128. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA
serial #868944, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with slight frosting in the grooves. This mid-war pistol retains about 99% beautifully restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing minor handling marks. The checkered replacement postwar synthetic replacement grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and other markings remains crisp. It includes an unmarked seven-round magazine. A nicely refurbished 1911A1 for your collection. (8A11728-280) {C&R} (1500/2000)
1129. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #2286418, 45 ACP, 5” unmarked aftermarket barrel with an excellent bore. This late war pistol has a Remington Rand slide and retains about 95% finish overall, the frame is restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish while the slide has original Parkerizing, both showing edge wear, scattered pitting, and handling marks. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate about very good. The hammer, slide stop, and mainspring housing are replacements, and Brigadier General Drewry’s inspector mark and other markings remain crisp. It includes a Risdon Tool & Machine Co. seven-round magazine with welded (1000/1500)
1130. EXCELLENT COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
box and retains about 99% plus original nickel. The smooth walnut two-piece factory grips feature silver Rampant Colt medal lions, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has typical Single Action features and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the original unlabeled factory two-piece box, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful “Third Genny” for your collection. (8B11728-273) {
1131. EXCELLENT
COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
volver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original blue while the frame has vivid case-hardened colors. The checkered two-piece factory synthetic grips feature a Rampant Colt in an oval and a Federal Eagle, they are num bered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has typical Single Action Army features and all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes the orig inal factory box, cable lock, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful revolver for your collection. (8B11728-274) (2000/3000)
serial #7143i, 9mm, 4” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing light pitting for an inch at the muzzle and otherwise good rifling. This “Black Widow” shows honest use retaining about 70% original blue showing mod erate high edge wear, the straps are toning to gray while the other surfaces show scattered thinning finish with small spots of pitting. The pistol features black un-numbered Bakelite grips from which its moniker is derived, rate fair showing moderate smoothing, repair near safety on left panel and shy fit. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the toggle has the “byf” marking and the chamber is dated “42”. It includes a single eight-round magazine with black Bakelite floorplate that shows a crack on the left side, it is maker stamped “fxo” with an “[eagle] / 37” Waffenamt mark. (8A11728174) {C&R}
1132. GERMAN P.08 LUGER BYF-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #1921b, 9mm, 4” barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting and strong rifling. This pistol retains about 90% original blue, the straps have toned to brown in ad dition to high edge wear, thinning finish on the frame, and handling marks. The fully checkered walnut factory grips are not numbered but as was common they bear correct Waffenamt marks and remain in near excellent condition showing light handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the toggle has the “42” marking, the chamber is dated “1940”, and it shows proper “[eagle] / 655” Waffenamt marks. It includes a single eight-round magazine with aluminum floorplate that is numbered to another gun, it is maker stamped “122” with “[eagle] / 63” Waffenamt marks. A nice early war Luger. (8A11728-178) {C&R}
1134. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52-2 MASTER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #A482244, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 99% original blue showing a few minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions, the left rates very good showing a small dent midway on the front edge while the right panel rates excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, hammer block safety on the slide, serrated frontstrap, and checkered backstrap. This gun includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked five-round magazines, scarce factory counterweight, factory bushing wrench, manual, and paperwork. A beautiful Master for your collection. Also see our Timed auction for related accessories. (8A11902(1200/1800)
WALTHER GSP EXPERT SEMI-AUTO TARGET PISTOL
serial #246938, 32 S&W Long Wadcutter, 4 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This precision competition pistol retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing some very light flaking around the edges of the magazine well. The textured factory laminated maple grips feature a finger rest, abbregrooves, palm swell, and an adjustable palm rest. The front sight is present, the rear sight has been replaced with an optics mount with a Burris Fast Fire Miniature Red Dot sight (rear sight is not provided), and an adjustable trigger. The Fast Fire has clear optics and functions electronically. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a single factory five-round magazine, a spare parts kit for the front and rear sights, cover for the Fast Fire sight, brass catcher bag attachment, and tools. A precision tool for the Bullseye shooter. Also see our Timed Auction for accessories. (8A11902-4) {MOD(1200/1800)
1136. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #C113825, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a near excellent bore showing a few traces of frosting. The barrel has a “P” proof in the front of the lugs with a “G” inspection mark. The metal surfaces of this 1919-manufactured pistol retain about 99% nicely restored blue finish showing minor handling marks. The double diamond checkered walnut factory grips rate about good plus showing worn diamond points and handling marks. The small parts are correct for the period of manufacture although the slide stop is a Turnbull Restorations replacement. It includes a pair of Turnbull Restorations two-tone seven-round magazines, one is an unmarked magazine body with welded base, the other is an American Pin Company with a pinned base. The American Pin Co. shows a dent near the second hole from the bottom on the right side which will interfere with the sixth loaded cartridge. A nicely restored post-war gun. (8A11878-2) {C&R} (1800/2200)
1137. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 BRITISH LEND-LEASE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #2247922, 45 ACP, 5” replacement High Standard barrel with a moderately frosted bore showing pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% restored arsenal grade Parkerized finish showing light edge wear. The checkered Coltwood factory grips feature reinforcing ribs on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes and remain in excellent condition. Brigadier General Drewry’s acceptance mark and other markings remain crisp, and it is stamped with British proof marks. The right side of the frame below the serial number has the earlier applied “NOT ENGLISH MAKE” partially peened out by the arsenal with a 1952 dated British Government release from stores marking. It includes a single Risdon Tool & Machine seven-round magazine with pinned base. A very nice example of a Lend-Lease pistol and a must have for any complete WWII collection. (8A11888-2) {C&R} (1500/2000)
1138. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL PERFECTED SINGLE SHOT PISTOL
serial #8153, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Perfected Model appears virtually as-new and retains about 99% original blue. The smooth trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory extended target grips feature gold S&W medallions, they are num bered to the gun and remain in wonderful condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and barrel to frame fit is tight. The barrel, top latch, and ejector are correctly numbered to the gun. A beautiful example of a Third Model for your collection. (8A11730-197) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] 1139. SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 29-3 LEW HORTON SPECIAL CLASSIC HUNTER REVOLVER
serial #AYC0398, 44 Magnum, 6” full lug heavy barrel with an excellent bore. The Classic Hunter was a limited run of 5,000 for the distributor in 1987. This gun remains as-new-in-box and retains about 99% original blue. The .400” serrated semi-target trigger and .500” target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The rubber pebble grain factory Hogue Monogrips feature finger grooves and remain in excellent condition. The most unique features of this re volver are the four position silhouette style Patridge front sight and unfluted cylinder in addition to a black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes a factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. (8A11730-791) {
1140.
serial #368087, 22 LR, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1934-manufactured revolver remains in a fine state of condition, retaining about 97% original blue, showing light handling and high edge wear with faint turn ring and a few flecks of scattered light oxidation staining visible only under direct light, with the hammer re taining all of its rich top bluing. The checkered hardwood grips with Rampant Colt medallions remain in excellent condition and timing and lockup appear sound. A lovely example of these ever-desirable rimfire revolvers. (26A9100-545) {C&R} [Richard "Stretch" Kennedy Collection] (2000/3000)
1141. U.S. COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET
SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #MT13767, 22 LR, 6 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a scarce and desirable Match Target, manufactured in 1942 at the behest of the Army Ordnance Department, to whom an estimated 4,000 units were sent and inspected for service and stamped with either a “US Property” marking or crossed cannon ordnance proof. This is one such example, and beneath “THE WOODSMAN” stamp is a crossed cannon US ordnance proof which remains largely crisp with light edge softening; the opposite flat bears
Colt. This example was never subject to arsenal Parkerization and retains about 95% original blue, showing light handling and high edge wear with a 1/2" streak of silvering atop the barrel and a small area of faint oxidation staining and pinprick pitting ahead of the triggerguard which is hardly visible in ambient light. The factory checkered brown synthetic grips with Rampant Colt were exclusive to these wartime examples and remain in exceptional condition with both coloration and condition remaining excellent. It retains the factory adjustable sights and included is a single 10-round factory magazine whose floorplate reads “COLT WOODSMAN / CAL. 22 L.R. / MATCH TARGET MOD.” An excellent example of these martial Woodsman pistols. (26B9100-M67) {C&R} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection]
1142. AS-NEW STANDARD MANUFACTURING SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #US661, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This gun remains as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a rack or storage mark, retaining all of its case-colored and blue finishes with the small compo nents retaining virtually all of their vibrant fire blue and the smooth walnut grips remaining excellent. Included is the factory box and outer sleeve, manual, branded pistol sock, stickers, Certificate of Excellence, and original factory hang tags. An excellent and handsome USA-made Single Action. (26A11863-10) {
1143. CUSTOM RUGER BLACKHAWK SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY BRASS FRAME
serial #45-20922, 45 Colt, 4 5/8” factory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1972-manufactured Blackhawk retain about 97% original blue, showing a few light handling marks with a 1/4" scratch near the mouth of the ejector rod housing, with the factory brass frame showing light handling marks and very mild tarnish. The smooth walnut grips with silver-on-black Ruger Eagle medallions rate very good showing light handling wear. It is equipped with the factory adjustable rear with square-notch blade and a serrated ramp front with high-visibility insert and this example has not been subject to Ruger’s transfer bar safety upgrade. This re volver is identified by serial number as a 7 1/2" Blackhawk in 45 Colt with brass frame on p. 381 of Dougan’s Ruger Pistols & Revolvers; this example matches in both its frame, number, and chambering, but instead sports a 4 5/8” factory barrel which has been equipped with a PolyChoke ventilated rib which rates excellent; the barrel and ejector rod assembly are undoubtedly factory, supported by their markings and fit, though it is nigh impossible without lettering to determine if the barrel started at its current length, was professionally altered by an unknown gunsmith, or alter Ruger themselves. The factory brass gripframe shows expected and crisp casting marks, showing “DJ [in circle]” next to an “I” o a crisp “MR-3DB”, and the cylinder is stamped with an “S” and scratch-marked with a “D”. The action is markedly light and smooth and timing and lockup are sound. The lovingly-named “Brassies” were produced for only three years in this chambering, with roughly 1,500 units in 1972 being fitted with factory brass frames, and such examples have enjoyed continuing appreciation and collector interest. (26A11737-2) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
1144. ENGRAVED UNITED STATES FIRE ARMS MFG. RODEO SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER BY RON REIMER
serial #B179, 45 Colt, 5 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The brushed stainless surfaces of this revolver remain in excellent condition, showing only perhaps the odd minute freckle, and have been beautifully engraved by renowned American artisan Ron Reimer. The balance is adorned with deep relief foliate scroll, tastefully executed and masterfully balanced, with inlaid gold rings at the breech and muzzle and rear of the cylinder,
all of its vibrant case-coloring and the gun wears a pair of smooth genuine ivory grips, remaining brilliantly bright and excellent with the only apology being a minute check off the right-side escutcheon. Included with this beautiful revolver are its original box, cleaning rod, manual, triggerlock, factory fired case, and pamphlet. A lovely showcase of Mr. Reimer’s fine handiwork and proud showcase of American craftsmanship through and through. (26B11863-16) {MODERN} (3000/5000)
AS-NEW FACTORY ENGRAVED STANDARD MANUFACTURING SINGLE ACTION
serial #US658, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This revolver appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light rack or storage mark, and retains all of its handsome case-colored and blue finishes with the small parts showing brilliant fire blue; the checkered walnut grip panels remain in excellent condition with handsome straight line figuring intersecting both panels. This example has been treated with Stan-
terspersed star and sunburst motifs, a fine pattern developed by Standard Manufacturing’s master engraving lead Richard Roy. Included is the factory box with outer sleeve, branded pistol sock, owner’s manual, original hangtags, stickers, and Certificate of Excellence. (26B11863-9) {MODERN} (2500/3500)
pistol remains in excellent condition, retaining 99% black enamel finish and showing only the odd light handling mark, with the grooved black synthetic grips rating similarly. The now-desirable Action Arms import mark remains crisp on the right-side receiver and included is the blue factory hardcase, numbered owner’s manual which matches the gun, sight tool, loading tool, a single IMI-marked 32-round magazine, and a single 20-round magazine which shipped originally shipped with the firearm. These pistols became subject to the various importation and assault weapon bans of the 1990’s and original examples enjoy substantial collector interest. (26A11822-4) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
serial #264-64539, 17 HMR/17 H M2, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This “KNR717HX” model left the factory in 2005 and re mains in excellent condition, with the satin stainless steel surfaces showing only very light scattered handling marks and the smooth factory gray laminate grip panels with Ruger Eagle medallions remaining excellent. It retains the factory adjustable rear and brass bead front sights and both cylinders are properly rollmarked and scratch-numbered to the gun. Included is the matching plastic factory hardcase, manual, paperwork, triggerlock, stainless factory Ruger rings which rate very good plus showing light han dling wear, and a red felt bag for the conversion cylinder. This is a short-lived variant which was shipped only from January to April of 2005 due to observed performance issues with the Mach-2 round, and subsequent Hunter configurations in 17 HMR were shipped without the conversion cylinder; no more than 3,700 units are thought to have been completed with fewer confirmed examples leaving the factory. Complete examples of this convertible configuration have enjoyed substantial and increasing collector interest. (26A11656-165) {
1148. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #659789, 38 Special, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1954-manufactured revolver retain 98% original blue finishes, showing scattered very light handling wear with a mild turn ring on the cylinder and the frame toning to plum. The hammer retains its rich top bluing, the Rampant Colt marking remains crisp, and the checkered walnut service grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions remain excellent showing only light handling wear; both are grease-penciled “789” on their interiors and the left interior also shows a crisp “SILE” stamp. A high condition and mechan ically excellent Detective Special. (26A11728-158) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1149. COLT DETECTIVE SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #719679, 38 Special, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1958-manufactured revolver retains 97-98% original nickel finish, remaining bright throughout with very light scattered handling wear and a small area of flaking and bubbling on the backstrap. The checkered walnut service grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions remain excellent showing minimal handling wear and some dark ening from age with the interiors being properly numbered to the gun. A handsome and high condition example. (26A11728-157) {C&R}
1150. BRUGGER & THOMET APC9K SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #US21-46093, 9mm, 4" threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. Condition rates like-new with 99% black finishes. Pistol features an ambidextrous non-reciprocating charging handle, an SB Tactical adjustable pistol brace, adjustable rear peep sight and adjustable front blade sight, two 30-round proprietary magazines, 3-lug barrel adapter, cleaning kit, sling, B&T owner's (1000/2000)
EXCELLENT SIG 516 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #20J014515, 5.56mm, 7 1/2” chromelined barrel with a bright excellent bore equipped with a Sig Sauer TAPER-LOK muzzle brake. The upper and lower are made of 7075-T6 aircraft grade aluminum and retain 98% black hard coat finish. This gas piston 516 system is supported by an adjustable, three-position gas regulator. The pistol features Sig's SB15 pistol stabilizing brace, an ambidextrous safety, a M1913 Picatinny flat top upper with Samson flip-up iron sights, one 10-round magazine, two 30-round magazines, Ergo soft rubber rail covers, cleaning kit and factory box. (31A11872-103) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1152. 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, 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 MODERN} (2000/3000)
1153. 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 case-hardened colors. This gun features check ered 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 inc a mahogany presentation case and cleaning kit. The exterior rates very good plus with scattered light handling marks al though the left hinge has failed and needs to be replaced. The molded interior rates poor with lost flocking and no covering on the foam lined inner cover. An excellent example of this iconic revolver. (8B11
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} (1000/1500)
1155. 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 frontstrap showing some light scratches. The hammer and grooved trigger retain nice vibrant casehardened colors and all markings remain crisp. The revolver wears a set of checkered walnut grips with silver S&W med allions that remain in very fine condition showing a few tiny dings and retaining crisp checkering. The grips are un-num bered 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 match ing 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 an unnumbered 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} (1500/2000)
serial #US332916, 308 Win, 20” barrel with bright excellent bore. The upper and lower receiver retain 99% plus attractive cerakote finish with the only visible wear located on the case deflector. This as new Aero Precision M5 rifle features a FDE Upper and Lower, 20” modern series heavy barrel, Aero Precision M5 Atlas R-One MLOK handguard, M5 Breach ambidextrous charging handle, M5 Nitride BCG, Aero Precision/Schmid lower parts and FCG, milspec buffer tube, spring, 3.8oz .308 buffer, Magpul MOE+ grip, Magpul PRS stock, Magpul front and rear flip sights and MLOK bipod. (31A11957-1) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
handling marks, mild fading and silvering on high edges. The late 70's production M16A1 upper with triangular green handguard and teardrop forward assist does not show the typical "CH" marking located under the rear sight dial but has the correct Colt proof marks present on the front side of the receiver above ejection port. The early style M-16 BCG is marked with the Colt “C” on the left side and the bolt assembly with “MP C”. The lower receiver marked Nodak Spud LLC Edina, MN retains 99% hardcoat with “F3” AR-15 style hammer, original Colt green pistolgrip and A2 buttstock. Includes one 30-round magazine. This is a unique piece using original early Colt parts. (31A1184438) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
AS-NEW OHIO ORDNANCE WORKS BAR MODEL
serial #2106, 30-06, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore, flash hider and fixed blade front sight. The upper and lower receiver retain 99% plus Parkerized finish, and the rifle is fitted with handsome new manufacture smooth walnut forearm and a polymer buttstock with steel buttplate and flip up shoulder rest. This wonderful rifle remains in as-new condition and has been carefully built by the experts at Ohio Ordnance with their AISI 4140 steel billet receiver and a mix of new manufac
readily available. This is a wonderful opportunity to add this impressive rifle to your high-end U.S. martial arms collection and it will surely be the center of attention at the range. (31C11858-2) {MODERN} (4000/6000)
1159. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON MODEL 52 38 MASTER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #50497, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol appears to have seen little if any use and remains in excellent condition retaining about 99% original blue. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate excellent with a few minor handling marks. It features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, long extractor, and a set screw to convert it to single action only. It includes a single factory marked five-round magazine. Only 3,500 of the “No-Dash” Model 52s were manufactured making it a desirable addition to any S&W collection. (8A11730-1045) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1160.
SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER
952-1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #KAZ1688, 9mm, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol is asnew and retains 99% plus original blue and anodized finishes. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate excellent. It features a Patridge front sight, black blade Wilson Combat adjustable rear sight, firing pin block grip safety, and slide mounted hammer block safety. It includes a single factory marked nine-round magazine. A beautiful competition gun for the collector. (8B11730-1049)
SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 629-3 CLASSIC HUNTER I REVOLVER
serial #PCL0007, 44 Magnum, 6” slab sided Mag-NaPorted heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This fine gun shows light use, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent showing scattered light handling marks. The lightly contoured combat trigger and .500” target hammer retain full hard chrome finish. The grips are smooth goncalo alves finger groove factory combat stocks that feature silver S&W medallions, speed loader cut, and remain in excellent condition. This gun has many custom features including integral Weaver style scope base, interchangeable internal barrel weight system, dovetailed red colored ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, overtravel stop on the trigger, bottom of the thumb latch planed flat on the bottom, and it is factory drilled and tapped under the sight leaf for optics mounts. It includes the original factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a set of silver 1” scope rings, accessories, manual, and paperwork. A fine field revolver for your collection. (8A11730-809) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1076 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #TFF7627, 10mm Auto, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This is the version of the 10mm adopted by the FBI with a few changes. This commercial pistol shows very little use, the stainless steel surfaces remain in excellent condition. The checkered one-piece wraparound Delrin grips feature a single factory monogram, straight backstrap, and rate excellent. This gun feature three dot Novak sights, frame mounted de-cocker, magazine safety, bobbed hammer with serrations for single action cocking, and rounded triggerguard with checkering. This gun includes the factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory nine-round magazines with removable floorplate, cleaning kit, and manual. An excellent condition pistol. MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL
4054 DOUBLE ACTION ONLY SEMI-
serial #TVM6516, 40 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This gun was produced from 1991-1992 but sales were lackluster with only 154 shipped. This pistol appears virtually as-new-in-box and retains about 99% original black and anodized finishes. The check ered one-piece wraparound Xenoy grips feature factory monograms, straight backstrap, and rate ex cellent. This gun feature three dot Novak sights, bobbed hammer, and rounded triggerguard with checkering. This gun includes the factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory eight-round magazines with removable finger rest floorplates, manual, and paperwork. This is a rare gun in superb condition. (8A11730-1019) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1164. EXCELLENT & RARE SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 3566 “SHORTY” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #TSW0208, 356 TSW, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Performance Center is one of only 200 manufactured with a short barrel and remains in as-new condition. The lightly polished and contrasting blackened stainless steel surfaces rate excellent and provided a handsome dual tone appearance. The checkered one-piece wraparound Xenoy grips feature factory monograms, gently arched backstrap, and rate excellent. This gun feature three dot Novak sights, bobbed hammer with serrations for single action cocking, slide mounted safety / decocker, and rounded smooth triggerguard. This gun includes a factory twelve-round magazine with removable finger rest floorplate. This is a rare gun in fantastic condition. (8B11730-1061) { [Peter DeRose Collection]
1165. RARE SMITH & WESSON CENTENNIAL AIRWEIGHT HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #4030, 38 Special, 1 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Airweight is one of 37 Pre-Model 42s manufactured with an aluminum cylinder. This four-screw, improved flat-latch gun also features a small lockdown screw on the upper sideplate screw commonly referred to a “bug screw”. This gun has seen light use and re tains about 98-99% original blue and anod ized finishes showing minor high edge wear, mostly on the grips safety serrations, and han dling marks. The service trigger retains bold case-hard ened colors with operational wear. The smooth 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 that shows evidence of being regulated but it was neatly executed, fixed rear sight, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and the safety lock down pin is present. It is generally recommended that the aluminum cylinder guns not be fired. A solid investment and excellent addition to collection. (8B11730-637) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1166. EXCELLENT PROTOTYPE SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER MODEL 4006 SHORTY FORTY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
(1800/2200)
serial #NCL0005, 40 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This unique pistol is accompanied by a letter from Paul Liebenberg of the Performance Center outlining this gun was donated to the 1994 U.S.P.S.A. Limited National Pistol Championship as a prize, the recipient was Gary Ka vasnicka. He advises it was built in prototype form to test the feasibility of production and was the only one produced. He outlines the guns unique features and values it at $2950.00 based on the man hours to produce it. This beautiful gun is virtually as-new and retains 99% original silver anodized finish on the frame while the stainless steel slide rates excel lent. The checkered one-piece wraparound Xenoy grips feature factory monograms, gently arched backstrap, and rate excellent. Features outlined in the letter include a hand machined aluminum frame and stain- less steel slide, heavy slide and frame rails, hand fit stainless steel barrel and spherical bushing, enhanced barrel lock and unlock timing, adjustable three dot night sights (no longer glow), cocked and locked single action trigger mechanism, frame checkering, two-tone finish, and a custom serial number. Other observations are a bobbed hammer with serrations for single action cocking, the rear of the slide is relieved behind the sight to allow easy access to the hammer, and a single slide mounted hammer block safety. It includes a factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory nine-round double stack magazines with removable finger rest floorplate. This is one of those rare, one-of-a-kind treasures for the advanced collector. (8C11730-1020) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2500/4000)
1167. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 386SCS AIRLITE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #DAV1052, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Scandium-frame revolver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% original black finish. The smooth combat trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The pebble grain Hogue Bantam grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This gun features a red ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, a blackened stainless steel cylinder is factory drilled and tapped for optics. It includes a factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, fired case, internal lock keys, Hogue Bantam tool, cable lock, manual, paperwork. The Airlite’s were great carry guns and are seldom seen in as-new condition. (8A11730-761) { Rose Collection]
1168. LOW-NUMBER SMITH & WESSON MODEL 640-1 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #CNT0011, 357 Magnum, 2 1/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful pre-lock Centennial revolver is as-new-in-box, the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent. The smooth combat trigger retains strong case-hardened colors. The checkered Uncle Mike’s Combat grips rate excellent. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. It includes a factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and denotes the low serial number, manual, paperwork. (8A11730-631) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1169.
EXPERIMENTAL
SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER GUN IDENTIFIED TO IPSC CHAMPION BRIAN ENOS
serial #XPX0015, 9mm, 4 3/4” barrel with aluminum and steel compensator showing a bright excellent bore. This custom built experimental pistol is accompanied by a short letter from Brian Enos stating he received this experimental gun in March of 1991 and used it for two seasons. He said this was the best compensated gun he ever used, it worked perfectly
trigger himself. The wear, while the black finished controls also show minor wear. The underside of the scope mount shows lightly dressed area toned to pewter. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate excellent. This gun features lightening cuts on the slide, red colored Patridge front sight, factory sculpted and checkered aluminum backstrap, oversized magazine catch, oversized and extended thumb safety, trigger job, and magazine funnel, Mr. Enos mentions the rear sight was purposely removed to allow removal of the slide without dismounting the red dot. It is sighted with an Aimpoint 5000 Mag Dot with clear optics. The electronics lack a battery and were not tested. It includes a single factory fifteen-round magazine with added bumper pad. A superb experimental gun used by a World Class IPSC shooter. (8B11730-1058) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (2000/3000)
1170. EXPERIMENTAL
SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER “TARGET CHAMPION” SEMI-AUTO PISTOL IDENTIFIED TO NPSC CHAMPION PHILIP HEMPHILL
serial #XPX0155, 9mm, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely pistol was used by Trooper Philip Hemphill of the Mississippi Highway Patrol in the 1500 Open Class of the National Police Shooting Championships, winning the 2003 NPSC with this gun and winning many others with other Smith & Wesson products. He provided a letter outlining these details and states the gun was S&W’s attempt to get involved with the 1500 Open Class, by offering a 6” barreled gun at half the price of a custom gun of the same length with the same kind of accuracy. The stainless steel surfaces remain in excellent condition with a few light handling marks. The textured wrap around walnut factory grips re main in very good condition showing areas of light wear and flaking finish from handling. The pistol features a dovetailed Patridge front sight, Aristocrat adjustable rear sight with three shooter-preset distance settings, slide mounted hammer block safety, oversized magazine catch, and magazine well funnel. It includes a single fifteen-round factory magazine with extended re movable floorplate. A beautiful prototype pistol with championship lineage. (8B11730-1056) { DeRose Collection]
cular arsenal repairs and expected handling marks, and is clearly marked with “HI” in the sling cut and faint Ordnance Wheel on the right side. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp with the majority of parts being NPM-made with the hammer, barrel band, and front sight from other contractors. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, Type IV magazine catch, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an IU-marked 15 round magazine, sling and oiler. (10A11897-45) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #1888546, 30 Carbine, 18” Buffalo Arms 43-dated barrel showing spots of light pitting in an otherwise bright bore. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% gray-green parkerized finish that is toning more brown about the receiver and operating slide with the bolt retaining 85-90% blue with operational wear and oxidation staining. The high wood I-cut walnut stock and two-rivet forend rate very good with expected handling marks, faint Ordnance Wheel marking on the right butt and “RMC” markings under the handguard and in the sling cutout. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp with all small internal parts appearing to be of Quality Hardware contract. The carbine features a two-position rear aperture, flat bolt, push button safety, unmarked Type 1 barrel band and includes a single 15-round “BW” marked magazine, sling, and oiler. A fine early configuration carbine with matching parts. (10A11897-16) {C&R} (1800/2200)
serial #6681416, 30 Carbine, 18” 12-44 dated Inland Division barrel with a few pinprick pits in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 75-80% thinning Parkerized finish with light to perhaps more moderate wear on the high edges and contact points, the barrel band and trigger housing developing a light brown patina, and some scattered light handling marks. The M2 walnut stock is excellent as cleaned with only a few minor handling marks, mainly from contact with sling hardware, and appears entirely unmarked; the 4-rivet handguard is in similar condition with a darker toned walnut, and is “IO” marked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and the small parts are from a mix of contractors including Saginaw, Underwood, and Inland. The carbine features a rotary safety, Type IV magazine catch, flat bolt, stamped adjustable rear sight, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is a 15-round “AI” marked magazine with scattered light oxidation staining, sling, and oiler. A solid arsenal updated M1 carbine. (10A11897-22) {C&R} (1000/1500) 1174. CUSTOM REMINGTON MODEL
BOLT ACTION RIFLE
serial #E6243202, 308 Win, 24” AWC -
tain 97-98% original blue with scattered handling marks, light operational wear along the bolt, and scattered specks of fine oxidation staining. The receiver markings are crisp and the barrel is marked “AWC Systems Technology / Phoenix, AZ / M40A2 308 Win”. The rifle is unsighted and features an unmarked Picatinny one-piece base mounted to the receiver in factory holes. The McMillian A3-5 rifle stock rates excellent featuring an adjustable comb and buttpad. Included is a single five-round Accuracy International detachable box magazine. A fantastic custom sniper needing only a quality optic. Please see the variety of fine optics offered in the Timed Auction. (10A11897-17) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
marks. All markings are correct and clear. The rifle features a standard charging handle, MP marked bolt, unmarked bolt carrier, trigger group with un-notched hammer, bayonet lug, 3-prong flash hider and intact sling swivels. Included is one 20-round factory magazine. An excellent mid60’s example SP1 rifle for the AR enthusiast. (10A11897-14) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
and four-rivet handguard rate about very good with light “RA” and crisp “P” proofs, light handling marks and an arsenal repair in the pistolgrip. The sling cut is marked with an “W” and the handguard is “IO” marked. Receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp while the majority of marked parts are Inland with the exception of the IBM-marked rear sight and Saginaw-marked trigger housing. The carbine features a flat bolt, adjustable stamped rear sight, Type IV magazine release, rotary safety, and Type-III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is a single 15-round “IS” marked magazine. A solid arsenal refurbished example of these popular military arms. (10A11864-15) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1177.
EXCELLENT BELLMORE-JOHNSON TOOL CO. WINCHESTER BREECH LOADING CANNON WITH CRATE
serial #005020, 10 ga blank, 12” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish with scattered specks of fine oxidation, a spot of flaking at the muzzle, a few light handling marks and minimal clouding throughout. All markings remain crisp and clear with original Firestone rubber that rates excellent. The shipping crate measures 19”x9”x9” with all stenciling bright and legible. The crate shows a few with the grain splits along its sides with brass hardware and rates excellent. Included are a small pamphlet and firing lanyard. A great example of these handsome cannons. (10B11897-61) {NON-GUN} (1500/2000)
95% original blue with light scratches along the bottom. The action retains vibrant case-hardened color with the serial number on the lower tang softening over time while the “Marlin MOD. 39” marking bookended by the factory drilled tang sight holes, respectively plugged, and the inspector’s star marking remain crisp. The two receiver halves are off by one number with “087” inside of the left side receiver however they fit well. The casehardened finish has worn to a mottled silver-brown patina with some oxidation staining, while the hammer maintains about 80% original blue with light oxidation staining and standard cycling wear. The deluxe walnut stock with older added finish is in very good condition showing excellent figure with scattered handling marks, a small chip behind the upper tang, and one very thin 2” grain crack running from the comb. The stock retains a factory hard rubber buttplate and the Marlin bull’s-eye trademark. The walnut forend rates very good plus with scattered light dings and a slight gap along the forend cap showing attractive raised grain. The rifle is sighted with a standard Marlin Rocky Mountain rear sight and a Marbles tunnel front sight with an ivory bead. (24B11874-14) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1200/1800)
1179. COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #45407, 38 ACP, 4 1/2” barrel showing light pitting. This 1924-manufactured pistol has been professionally refurbished and retains about 98-99% restored blue with a few minor handling marks and edge wear. The grips are unmarked smooth mother-of-pearl with silver Rampant Colt medallions, they have a slight yellow tinge on the top of each panel and remain in excellent condition. It was observed that the grips screws are long and if fully seated protrude into the magazine well hindering the free movement of the magazine and need to be shortened. This later gun features a straight sided half-moon front sight, fixed rounded rear sight, spur hammer, and the later two line address. It includes a single six-round factory magazine, with no markings on the floorplate. A very nicely restored Pocket Hammer. (8A11921-10) {C&R} (1000/1500)
the rear sight and light high edge wear. The magazine tube with a standard magazine latch retains perhaps 99% original blue showing very fine scattered scratches. The receiver and lever retain vibrant case-hardened color with areas of oxidation staining while the hammer, trigger, and takedown screw show standard cycling wear and light high edge wear. The bolt remains a high luster blue matching the barrel and outer magazine tube. The stocks rate very good with the wood a bit shy of the metal surfaces and an old reapplied finish, a few handling marks, and a couple of scattered minor dings along the forend; the factory flat unbreakable buttplate is still present and intact. The rifle is sighted with a Marlin Rocky Mountain rear sight and a factory silver bead front sight with a dovetail for a hood. The barrel is equipped with period target bases bookending the rear sight that thankfully match the receiver patina and do not obstruct the crisp markings An hone example of a Marlin 39 with an outstanding bore.
(24B11874-16) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1200/1800)
EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1907 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #15489, 351 SL, 21” round nickel steel barrel with a very good plus bore with light pitting in the grooves and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1908made rifle retains about 95% original blue showing mild muzzle wear, scattered dation
freckling, and fine scratches mostly concentrated above the takedown screw, and a small impact mark to its left. The nosecap retains about 85-90% blue with high edge wear and some areas with light oxidation while the bolt retains most of its original bright fire blue. The original 20round magazine is an excellent example retaining about 90% original blue showing light high edge wear, areas of old oxidation staining, and oeprational wear. The deluxe walnut stocks rate very good showing a couple small chips around the tang, light scratches and dings throughout, one about 1” scratch on the right side toward the toe, otherwise the stocks exhibit excellent figure with good fit and the factory buttplate remains in good condition. The rifle is sighted with a Marbles flat top sporting rear sight and a Lyman hunting front sight with an ivory bead. A great example of a well-cared for rifle in a desirable chambering. (24A11874-35) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1000/1500)
marks and some very nice figure to their grain. The rib is equipped with dual bead sights and the action appears to function correctly. Manufactured in 1959, this is a very nice example overall of these classic skeet guns. (4A11765-10) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #SP118241, 223 Rem, 20” barrel with three-prong flash hider and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1980-manufactured rifle retain 97-98% Parkerized and anodized finishes showing scattered light operational wear and some very light oxidation staining on the front sight base. The Type 2 composite buttstock and pistolgrip and Type 3 handguard rate near excellent showing light handling wear and there is a neat, vacant hole above the rear sling swivel. The upper receiver shows a crisp “C M” forge code, the charging handle is marked “NDS”, it is equipped with a “C” marked early bolt carrier and Type 3 bolt, and retains the proper A1 ejection port cover. It retains the A1 rear sight with Type 5 front sight and included is the original Colt 3x20 optic which rates excellent showing minimal handling wear and crisp, clear glass. Included is a single 20-round Universal Industries Division magazine which rates very good, toning to white and with all markings remaining crisp. A desirable and high condition example. (26A11897-46) {MODERN} (1000/2000)
1185. MARLIN MODEL 39 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
insert at the belly of the stock for a swivel stud and the checkered hard rubber Marlin buttplate rates excellent. The tang shows familiar Marlin quality star stamp and all markings remain largely crisp with the “Marlin” on the tang softening slightly. It is sighted with a V-notch elevator rear and brass bead front. A robust and handsome example of these desirable rimfire leverguns. (26A11874-15) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1186.
WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #511498, 44-40, 24” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube retain 94-95% original blue, showing light handling and high edge wear with some scattered light oxidation staining and the nosecap showing fine oxidation staining visible only in direct light. The receiver to a mix of gunmetal and original thinning blue, toning to a handsome brown in direct light and showing h
walnut stocks remain in an excellent condition showing only very light handling wear with very minor play in the forend and nice wood-tometal fit, and the toe of the buttplate standing a hair proud. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman Hunting front, semi-buckhorn sporting rear, and a Marbles aperture tang sight on a proper “W2”-marked base, rating excellent and devoid of an aperture disc. Takedown function remains smooth, mechanical function is excellent, and all markings remain legible. A nice example manufactured in 1909. (26A11871-8) {C&R} (1200/1800)
silvering with the gas block showing casting imperfections. The checkered polymer M14-pattern stock appears to be a U.S.G.I. example by General Tire & Rubber Co., marked “D-3742 | GB-4/DT” on the interior and rating about very good showing scattered handling wear; it maintains its hinged buttplate with interior compartments and shows old gray epoxy about the operating rod cut, a common alteration on these variants due to minor spacing differences across commercial and U.S.G.I. examples. This rifle features the common late-import faux muzzle brake, ground bayonet lug, retains the standard open sights, rear optics base, and included is a single unmarked 20-round magazine and original canvas sling with all left-side receiver markings remaining legible. A fine example of these well-regarded and collectible Chinese rifles. (26A11921-16) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
1188.
WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #92090, 30 WCF, 26” nickel steel octagon barrel without. The barrel and magazine of this 1900-manufactured rifle retain perhaps 90-92% original thinning blue, showing light handling and high edge wear, the tube toning to brown in direct light, and handsome blue in the protected areas of the bands. The receiver has toned to a handsome smokey gunmetal with spots toning ing.
The nosecap has toned to an even brown and the crescent buttplate shows scattered light oxidation staining mixed with generous original blue, and the smooth walnut stocks rate near excellent with light dings and handling marks, perhaps a coat of fine period-added finish, and excellent wood-to-metal fit. It is sighted with a flattop sporting rear and brass bead front and all markings remain crisp and legible. A handsome turn-of-thecentury Model 1894 whose condition belies its age. (26A11728-1626) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #108971, 45-70, 26” round barrel with fullout. The metal surfaces have toned to an even and attractive brown patina, showing scattered oxidation staining and pinprick pitting with the bolt and protected areas of the magazine tube showing remnants of handsome original blue. The smooth walnut stocks rates excellent, showing only light dings and handling marks, darkening attractively with age and showing some discoloration where it meets the buttplate and boasting excellent woodto-metal fit. It is sighted with a carbine rear and German silver sporting blade front and remains in fine mechanical condition. An honest example manufactured in 1896. (26A11835-8) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
1190. EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #1728, 40-82 WCF, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright about very good bore showing light pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1888-manufactured rifle have toned to a mottled gunmetal patina, showing scattered light pitting and oxidation staining with a few glimpses of original finish about the bolt and lever. The smooth walnut stocks rate about very good showing scattered dings and handling marks with a small hole on the left side of the forend and the buttstock showing some softened chips and checks about the tang where it stands very slightly shy. It is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and German silver blade front and all markings remain legible. A salty and mechanically sound 1886. (26A11934-14) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
1191.
FIRST YEAR WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SPECIAL ORDER LEVER ACTION RIFLE
varnish. The receiver has toned to an even gunmetal showing fair amounts of reapplied blue on the flanks, bolt, and loading gate showing edge wear and pinprick pitting with a few flecks of dried finish where it meets the buttstock. The smooth walnut stock and forend rate excellent showing fine period-added finish, taking on an attractive cherry-like luster and showing only light scattered wear with a 3/8” check forming where the left-side wrist meets the action and the tang standing ever-so-slightly proud with otherwise excellent wood-to-metal fit. It is sighted with an ad justable leaf carbine rear-sight and Lyman No. 31 silver bead front. The barrel is devoid of markings, the serial number remains crisp, and the top of the tang shows proper “MODEL 1892 / -WINCHESTER- / PAT. OCT. 14. 1184.” with spots having softened slightly. A mechanically sound and eminently usable first-year Model 1892 which would greatly benefit from a factory letter and is sure to please any Winchester collector. (26B11835-9) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
and Cyrillic “OTK 47” is marked on the underside. All markings remain crisp and legible, the right side showing a 1993 date code and expected Izhmach and post-Soviet “PCT” proof marks with the left side showing a B-West import mark near the integrated side mount which remains excellent. The rifle retains the standard open sights, the front sight base is unmarked, and the bolt, receiver,
which is sure to enjoy continued appreciation. (26B11862-54) {
1192. SCARCE IZHMACH TIGER SVD SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #701016, 7.62x54R, 27 1/2" barrel compensator and a bright excellent bore. This desirable rifle retains 98% black enamel finish, with only scattered light contact point and high edge wear; the bolt retains 98% matte gray finish and shows a few spots of light oxida
two-piece ventilated forend remain excellent with scattered light dings and handling marks 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 on the receiver and the “NORINCO / CHINA” markings remain crisp and excellent. The rifle retains the standard open sights. 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 optic, serial #700297, remaining excellent with crisp clear glass and accompanied by a lovely slate of original accessories including: metal carry case, replacement switches and emitter diodes, original scope cap, two rubber eye cups, original cleaning cloth, manual, and packing list. 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)
serial #LE060286, 5.56 NATO, 16” 1:7” twist barrel with a bright excellent chrome-lined bore. This carbine retains 98-99% matte blue, showing onlyFENSE” with all the desirable lower receiver markings remaining crisp
isting small caliber lower; the monolithic upper receiver features an integral brass deflector and shows crisp “C” and “(square)” forge markings. The rifle features an A2-pattern “birdcage” flash hider, bayonet lug, quad Picatinny rail, and four-position adjustable buttstock, and retains the proper adjustable flip-up front and adjustable flip-up aperture rear sights. Included is a Samson Field Survivor kit, and a single 30-round STANAG-pattern magazine by Cooper Industries which rates excellent. A high condition example of these desirable carbines. (26A11910-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #F01419, 308 Win, 22” barrel with reamed flash hider and a bright, excellent bore. This modern reproduction of the M14 rifle retains about 99% black and gray-green Parkerized finish. The synthetic style stock in a disruptive pattern camouflage similar to the Australian multicam rates very good plus with some light handling marks, the most notable apology along the left side near the bolt lock showing a 1/2” crack. The sights are National Match marked, front sight additionally marked “062”. The rifle is equipped with a “TRW” marked bolt and the operating rod is stamped “SAVAGE, MD”. Includes one 20-round magazine, a Harris bipod mounted on a A.R.M.S. #17 QD mount, and a tan padded cheek pad. (31B11862-21) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
serial #003910, 308 Win,dation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% mixed original and arsenal reapplied gray-green Parkerized finish with only a minor handling mark
The polymer handguard is in very good condition with scattered light handling marks. No magazine is included but replacements are readily available. The action functions well mechanically and all markings remain legible. This handsome mid-70’s M1A would be a nice addition to any collection. (31A11857-8) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
UNIQUE COLT LE6920 AR-15 M4 ''LAW
cellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new rifle retain about 99% original phosphate and anodized finish. This ''restricted” marked LE carbine was offered only to Law Enforcement during 1994-2004 Assault Weapons Ban and is complemented with an LMT LMC short stroke gas piston upper with MRP monolithic rail platform. The pistolgrip and 4-position stock furniture rates excellent. No magazine is included but replacements are readily available The action functions well mechanically and all markings remain legible. A terrific tactical AR carbine in excellent condition.(31B11910-2) {MODERN} (1200/1800) 1198.
SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1A SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #068431, 7.62mm NATO, 22” barrel with reamed flash hider and a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces of the 1992 built rifle are in like-new condition and retain about 99% Parkerized finish. The heavy walnut target stock is in excellent condition with lovely
serial #BX-03924, 7mm Mauser, 22 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely rifle retains 99% original matte blue finish, showing only a hint of silvering at the muzzle with perhaps the odd light handling mark. The textured black polymer stock with schnabel forend remains excellent, showing scattered very light handling wear with a few more noticeable abrasions on the left above the triggerguard. The receiver shows a SigArms importer 1997
date-coded to and serialized “9/26767”. The barrel is slotted for the included factory optics rail, a pair of blued factory rings are included, and there are no provisions for open sights. An excellent and capable rifle sure to provide top-notch performance. (26A11956-4) {MODERN} (2000/4000)
1200.
RUGER MODEL 96/44 LEVER
condition. The rifle is equipped with standard factory sporting sights and includes one magazine, set of new factory rings, original box, paperwork and shipping sleeve. An excellent and desirable rifle. (26B11953-14) {MODERN} [Former Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #410-00142, 12 ga (3”), 28” ventilated rib screw-choke barrels with bright excellent bores. 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”. The factory replaced the barrels for Mr. Sanetti with screw-in choke barrels and installed a non-automatic safety. The shotgun remains in lovely condition
factory paperwork describing the barrel work. (26B11953-17) {MODERN} [Former Stephen Sanetti Collection] (1000/1500)
SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 SECOND ISSUE REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIP
are assembly-numbered “32” while the frame is “85” though they obviously have been together for a very long time. The revolver includes a period leather-covered case with reptilian pattern showing some light flaking and edge wear and equipped with German silver clasps. The interior is lined in purple velvet showing mild fading and a partial box of original cartridges is housed within. The box shows green UMC label with image of revolver, some moderate staining and one lid end flap missing. An interesting ensemble. (13B11730-38) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #43747, 22 RF, 3 3/16” octagon barrel with a fair bore showing old light pitting and oxidation with good rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 90% of an older period reapplied nickel finish with some flaked areas along the cylinder and barrel toning to a deep gray patina. The original factory markings remain quite strong and the antique ivory grips remain in excellent condition with an attractive patina and nice age striations. The right panel is smooth and the left features a finely detailed carved female figure; both are numbered to the gun in antique ink and fit the frame well. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits some play and the action seems to function well mechanically. Strangely the barrel and cylinder
1203. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #9296, 32 S&W Long, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely revolver retains about 97% original rich bright blue showing a few tiny areas
crisp and clear and the hammer and trigger show lovely vi brant case-hardened colors. The black checkered hard rubber grips are excellent showing just a few minor handling marks. All numbered parts are matching and the action is crisp. A lovely example with the longest barrel offering in this model. (13B11730-470) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
1202. CASED
1204. NEWARK POLICE DEPARTMENT SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 32 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #8273, 32 S&W Long, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. This is a par ticularly interesting example as it shows “Newark Police No. 1” engraved along the backstrap and the included factory letter indicates the re volver shipped to Lyman E. Kane on March 8, 1897 in a shipment of 45 guns. Further documentation shows that Mr. Kane was police commissioner of Newark at the time and one wonders if Kane himself took possession of this revolver as it is police No. 1. These police revolvers had shorter barrels and hammer spurs than standard production and were shipped in nickel finish with hard rubber grips. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original nickel finish showing some sparsely scattered light flaking and handling marks. The hammer and trigger retain good wisps of case-hardened colors mostly drifting to a smoky case-hardened patina and all markings are intact and strong. The grips have been swapped out dur ing the period of use for a set of smooth mother-of-pearl panels in very good plus condition showing some light handling marks and a neatly repaired small flake at the top corner of the right panel. The remaining number parts are matching and the action is crisp. A fine example for the police firearms collector. (13C11730-472) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
1205. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH U.S. EXPRESS CO. MARKINGS
serial #89079, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. This revolver shows U.S. Express Co. property markings rather fancily inscribed along the left sideplate “U.S.X.” and the serial number stamped by them in larger bold numbering along the right side. The metal surfaces retain about 75% original bright blue along the barrel and frame with light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light along with some other scattered light handling marks. The cylinder has mostly flaked to a deep graybrown patina with generous bright blue in the flutes and all markings remain crisp. The trigger retains a healthy amount of nice case-hardened colors and the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good condition with scattered scuffs and light dings. The right panel is stamp-numbered to a later gun “209185” but fits well and the remaining numbered parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The revolver also includes an interesting period leather concealment holster with dual buckled straps and leather lid with steel clasp closure. The holster rates very good with some moderate edge wear and the straps a bit tender with evident crackling. A very good revolver used by the prolific U.S. Express Co. railroad company. (13B11730-453) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
1206. EXCELLENT SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #768, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish that shows some scattered light handling marks and the nickel taking on some nice honest clouding overall. The trigger shows fine case-hardened colors drifting somewhat to smoky gray while the remaining small parts retain about 97% original bright blue showing a hint of thinning along the guard. The black checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent left and very fine right, both taking on a deep brown tone. The right panel is scratch-numbered matching the frame and other numbered parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included red pebbled fabric-covered box remains in very fine condition showing just a little mild edge wear. The base appears to be pencil-numbered to the different gun but the orange end label is appropriate for the revolver and is almost completely intact. An excellent early First Model. (13B11730-444) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
ments that look to be of good quality and in the appropriate style. The barrel retains a healthy amount of older restored plum-brown finish showing some sparsely scattered light pitting and old oxidation staining. There is some simulated pitting around the touch hole and the breech otherwise retains fine markings with “US / P / JN” and 1824 date at the tang. The central maker markings along the lockplate remain strong while the date and address at the rear have softened somewhat from the years. The smooth walnut stock rates very good as carefully cleaned long ago and having reacquired a pleasant dark tone overall showing a couple of thin cracks along the left flat, repaired crack on the right between the upper tang and lockplate and other scattered dings. The left flat retains a very good circled “JN” inspector cartouche, a correct style brass-tipped iron ramrod is present and the proper sights are intact. The lock seems to function well mechanically. A very respectable example of these early US martial rifles for the antique arms collector. (13C11816-2) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
serial #U102623, 12 ga, 28” ordnance steel barrel choked full with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered very fine pinprick pitting. The metal surfaces of this shotgun retain about 95% excellent quality period restored rust blue showing some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting, tiny oxidation speckles and toning
molested, the barrel showing the upgraded “OR DNANCE” steel marking and choke marking hand-engraved. The action and breech end of the barrel show lovely quality factory foliate scrollwork engraving, nicely detailed with small dots and fine lines, the serial number also properly hand engraved. The checkered straight grip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good plus condition showing somewhat worn finish and the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering shows light wear overall and the buttstock exhibits some straight dark line grain figure throughout. A period solid red rubber pad is present though it has hardened and cracked somewhat from the years, providing a 14 1/8” length-of-pull. The shotgun is sighted with a “flat” silver bead front sight and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome Remington Model 10. (13B1172211) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #273745, 338 Win Magnum, 25” barrel
with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1953-made rifle retain about 9295% original blue with light wear on high edges, the matte blue receiver showing light marks from optics bases, and some scattered light handling marks and specks of old oxidation. The bolt remains bright with some minor operational wear and light staining on the knob, and the extractor retains nearly all its blue. The checkered
serial number dates to 1953, and production of 338 Win Mag Model 70 Alaskan not occurring until June of 1959, the rifle shows no evidence of amateur barrel replacement with no vice marks apparent, and all the metal parts showing comparable amounts of wear. It seems most likely that this rifle is the result of either a forgotten receiver being finally assembled into a rifle, as Winchester was not strict about assembly rifles in serial number order, or a previously purchased rifle factory rebarreled. Nonetheless, the rifle is a very good example of these classic Winchester rifles, well suited to large or dangerous game. Included are a pair of Redfield bases. (14B11854-2) {C&R} (1500/2000)
1208. REMINGTON FACTORY ENGRAVED D-GRADE MODEL 10 SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN
1209. WINCHESTER PRE ’64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE
U.S. M1 CARBINE BY STANDARD PRODUCTS
serial #2233274, 30 Carbine, 18” 3-44 dated Underwood barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing a spot of light oxidation at the muzzle. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% arsenal Parkerized finish with light to perhaps moderate operational wear, areas toning to brown, and a few light handling marks; the bolt retains about 80% blue with light wear and light pitting. The lowwood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet handguard are in excellent condition as perhaps lightly cleaned with a light rub mark from sling contact on the end of the forend and perhaps a light handling mark or two. The sling cut is marked “J” next to an Ordnance Wheel, and the underside of the handguard is stamped “S-HB”; the stock appears otherwise unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, the hammer is “W” marked and the trigger housing Inland-marked, and the remaining marked parts showing Standard Product codes; it is known that both Inland and Winchester parts were shared with Standard Products, and therefore may very well be correct to this carbine. The carbine features a 2-position aperture rear sight, a button safety, flat bolt, and Type II barrel band. Included is a “IU” marked 15-round magazine showing wear at the top, light staining, and pinprick pitting, green canvas sling, and oiler. Standard Products produced about 4% of all M1 Carbines, this example appearing largely correct. (14A11835-2) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1211. L.C.
SMITH FIELD GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN
serial #10068R, 20 ga (2 1/2”), 26” Armor Steel barrels choked improved cylinder and modified with bright near excellent bores with some scattered specks of light oxidation present. The barrels retain about 90% original blue
rear of the right lockplate shows a few more easily missed light scratches. The triggerguard and forend metal retain about 75% original blue. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in about very good plus condition with a small 1/8” chip behind the upper tang, and some light crazing of the finish on the sides of the forend. The stock is fit with a White Line ventilated recoil pad, hardened by the years and providing a 14 3/4” length of pull with drops of 1 5/8” and 2 3/4”. Most screws show some light slot wear. The shotgun locks up tight and onface with the lever coming to rest left of center and features double triggers, an automatic safety, and is sighted with a small brass bead on the matted rib. A nice little L.C. Smith in the always desired 20 ga. (14B11819-4) {C&R) (1000/1500)
1212. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY
serial #5313301, 30-06, 24” 8-54 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, a few scattered light handling marks, and the greatest loss to the lower band which has toned completely to brown. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good plus condition with scattered light dings and handling marks and one impact mark on the rear handguard causing a light flake to begin forming, and the stock is marked with a strong 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp and a circled “P”. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the barrel bearing a “NM” marking on the left side between the gas cylinder rings, and the primary parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. (14A11700-86) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1213. U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY
serial #5824775, 30-06, 24” 2-55 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, and a few light handling marks. The walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition with a light divot near the tip of the forward handguard, some scattered light dings, and a few light handling marks consistent with a service rifle. The stock bears a clear 1/2” DoD acceptance proof and circled “P”. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, the operating rod is HRA-marked, and the remaining marked parts are of Springfield Armory make. 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 dated March 2011. A fine M1 rifle from near the end of production. (14A11700-84) {C&R} (1000/1500)
24” 8-54 dated -
tain about 98% arsenal Parkerized finish with touches of light wear on high edges and contact points, a few light handling marks, and some older hardened oil which should clean off with little effort. The walnut stock and handguard are in near excellent condition with a few light checks below the receiver on the left and a handful of scattered light dings, and is marked with a faint 1/2” DoD acceptance proof and a bold circled “P”. A pair of small, plastic stickers reading “1” have been added to the rear handguard and rear of the receiver, and some largely illegible ink numbers are on the bottom of the pistolgrip and toe. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, and the parts show appropriate Springfield Armory drawing numbers. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, serialized to the rifle and dated January 2002. An excellent M1 for the martial collector. (14A11700-81) {C&R} (1000/1500)
remain clear, the receiver leg electro-pencil marked “LEAD / 2-65”, and the bolt is IHC-made with the remaining parts of Springfield Armory origin, including the relief cut operating rod. The rifle features the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included are seven enbloc clips. (14A11923-10) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1216. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
remnants of original blue in the protected areas, spots toning lightly brown, and some light handling marks. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend are in very good condition with an about 1/4” hairline crack at the rear of the upper and lower tangs, remnants of older light dings and handling marks smoothed from the years, and the curved steel buttplate is somewhat proud at the toe. The two-line barrel address and factory markings are intact and clear, and the rifle predates the use of the Winchester “WP” proof. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman “hunting” front sight with ivory bead and a sporting-style flattop rear sight, and a couple of the screws show light slot wear. An honest Model 1894 rifle for the Winchester collector. (14A11656-176) {C&R} (1000/1500)
The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, the small parts showing Springfield Armory drawing numbers, and the side of the operating rod is clearly stamped “7.62mm/2”. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Conversions matching this general pattern were said to have been done by Italy with some of their supply of M1 rifles, though no parts bear obvious Italian markings. An interesting 7.62mm converted M1 rifle. (14A11864-18) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1218. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #4516o, 9mm, 4” barrel with a lightly pitted very good bore, still showing clear rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1939-dated and S/42-coded pistol retain about 80% original blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, thinning and toning to gray on the gripstraps and sideplate, and a minor handling mark or two. The small parts retain nearly all their hot salt blue with a touch of light wear, and the ejector is toned to plum. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with some light handling marks and flattened points of checkering, the right panel with a little play, and both panels are numbered “16”. The metal markings remain clear, the right side of the receiver and the barrel showing “(eagle) / 63” waffenamts and droop wing eagle firing proofs, and all the numbered parts are matching the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blued bodied aluminum-base magazine showing light operational wear and numbered to the pistol, the base also marked “+” and “(eagle) / 63”. A fine Mauser-made Luger pistol from the beginning of WWII. (14A11728-899) {C&R}
1219. INTERESTING DWM MODEL 1906 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL
serial #27395, 30 Luger, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a peculiar Luger pistol, built on an old-style “long” frame with rebated triggerguard and no stock lug, and equipped with long tapered 6” barrel. The pistol shows commercial “(Crown) / N” proofs and a small “GERMANY” import mark on the left frame rail indicating it was indeed “officially” imported into this country no doubt pre-First World War. Another peculiarity is the fact that none of the usual parts are serial-numbered, even the front edge of the frame where the full serial number is normally located is blank and appears to always have been, instead there is a large handstamped number in period serifed font at the rear of the frame “27395”. The pistol remains in nice condition retaining about 90-92% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light showing some overall fading and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light, some silvering along the high edges and light handling marks. The small parts retain lovely rich straw color throughout showing a little mild silvering and the sear spring, right grip screw and a few of the pins with nice fire blue. The checkered walnut grips remain in very good plus condition showing a few areas of lightly chipped or compressed points and the left panel with some slivers missing along the back edge near the grip safety. The grips otherwise retain ex cellent fit and are un-numbered on their interiors, the inside of the left panel does have the name “BILL” lightly carved into it. The frame bears no safety markings, shows typical DWM toggle monogram and the pistol is equipped with standard un-grooved firing pin and “GE LADE N”-marked extractor. One bright-bodied magazine with unmarked wood base is included, the body having mostly toned to a mild gray patina. The action seems to function well mechanically. Acquired by Mr. Gaines from John Gangel in 1995. A very interesting Luger pistol for the advanced collector, perhaps some sort of prototype later sold commercially or a specially-ordered example. (13B11874-120) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1000/1500)
1220. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42 CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #6336z, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good bore with light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 70% original blue with light wear on high edge and contact points, the gripstraps worn largely to gray-brown, thinning, and some scat tered small spots of light pitting. The small parts retain very good hot salt blue with light high edge wear. The checkered walnut grips are in good condition with wear softening the checkering and a few older light dings, the right panel numbered “36” and the left panel showing faint old hand writing, the cursive script largely illegible but perhaps being a former owners name. The 1937 chamber date and other metal markings remain crisp, the side of the receiver showing proper “(eagle) / 63” waffenamts and droopwing Eagle firing proof, the barrel showing the same, 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 bright-bodied aluminum-base magazine showing scattered light freckling, the base numbered “1479h” with a “(eagle) / 63” waffenamt. A solid S/42 for the Luger collector. (14A11728-172) {C&R}
serial #7541B, 22 LR, 24 1/2” 9-26 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% arsenal gray-green Parkerized finish with silvering on the front sight base, some scattered light handling marks, and a few specks of oxidation staining. The M2 bolt remains bright with the shroud retaining nearly all its dark Parkerized finish. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a few scattered light dings and handling marks, the comb showing impact marks matching the coarse checkering pattern of the steel buttplate, and the stock is marked with a partial circled “P” behind the triggerguard and a clear boxed “SA / R” cartouche on the left side of the butt. The receiver markings remain crisp, the second “I” and “B” suffix added during arsenal upgrade, the barrel markings slightly lightened but still readily legible, and the M2-marked bolt is electro-pencil numbered to the rifle. The bolt features the third type headspace adjustment screw with copper lock screw, and the rifle retains the standard blade front sight and Lyman 48 receiver sight. Included is a single M2-marked magazine. A solid example of these excellent rimfire rifles, known for their exceptional accuracy. (14A11730-1307) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
1922 MII BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY
with an older added finish, with a few light dings and handling marks, a filler-repaired ding behind the pistolgrip, and a small vacant screw hole at the toe with a second filled hole next to it, and the steel buttplate retains about 80% later added blue and is proud in spots. The right side of the buttstock is faintly marked “AA / 27066”, and appears otherwise devoid of markings. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, a small T.G.A. import mark tucked beneath the operating rod, the marked parts including the relief cut operating rod show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, and the right receiver leg is scratch marked “SA / 9-63” denoting an arsenal refurbishment. Quite curiously, the bolt and receiver show faint “(crown) / BNP” proofs and the barrel is marked with crisp British export proofs between the gas cylinder rings, appearing to be of late 1970’s vintage; the rifle is definitively not a lend-lease example. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid M1 rifle with quite a curious history, offering a possible research opportunity. (14B11901-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1223. VOLQUARTSEN CUSTOM LIGHTWEIGHT SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
1224.
BROWNING AUTO-5 “SWEET-SIXTEEN” SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET
serial #42097PR221, 16 ga., 26” ventilated rib screw choke barrel and 24” rifle sighted barrel with bright excellent bores. The metal surfaces of this Grade I shotgun retain 98% original blue with scattered tiny specks of fine oxidation staining, and some light contact point and high edge wear. The bolt and loading lever remain mostly bright with a patch of fine oxidation staining and very light pitting on the loading gate and the trigger retains nearly all of its gold finish. The checkered round knob pistolgrip stock and forend rate near excellent with a few minor light handling marks. The slug barrel retains a similar amount of original blue, is not numbered, and is sighted with a raised bead front and sporting-style rear. Included are the factory box, three Invector screw chokes in full, improved cylinder, and cylinder, choke wrench, manual and magazine tube plug. A fine example of these Japanese-made shotguns. (10A11847-2) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
small bore suitable for the sportsman or collector. (10A11523-17) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)
1225. WINCHESTER MODEL 12 BLACK DIAMOND SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN
WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION CARBINE
serial #972969, 32 W.C.F., 20” round barrel with full length magazine and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1920’s-production carbine retain 98% quality reapplied blue showing light handling marks, a spot of light pitting, and contact point and high edge wear. The carbine is sighted with a correct blade front and folding ladder rear sight and the smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend rate near excellent with expected light handling marks. A handsome standard feature carbine. (10A11523-45) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)
crisp. An interesting and fine example of these early 1900’s slide action rifles. (10A11845-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #4978C, 38-55 Win, 20” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel, full lengthtered specks of fine oxidation and has minor pinprick pitting in spots beneath the finish. The hammer, action, and lever retain 98-99% of a reapplied case-hardening with vibrant blues, browns, and smoky grays. The carbine is sighted with a blade front and folding ladder rear sight and has an intact leather wrapped saddle ring. The smooth walnut straight grip stock and forend rate about very good as refinished with an older repaired crack at the top tang with light handling marks and wood to metal fit shy in places and the Marlin Bullseye is present along the toe line. (10A11523-37) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1229. CUSTOM PARA ORDNANCE “STEALTH” P13-45 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY WILSON COMBAT
serial #RN1964, 45 ACP, 4 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 9798% matte black finish with a couple minor handling marks. The pistol is sighted with low-profile night sights that no longer illumi nate and the frame is marked with “Made in Canada” along the right sight and “Wilson Combat” along the left front. This special order pistol features an ambidextrous thumb safety, “High-Ride Bullet Proof” beavertail grip safety, one-piece guide rod, hand fit match grade heavy cone barrel, high cut checkered front strap, and a trigger job. Included are three 10round factory magazines all showing light wear with specks of fine oxidation staining and an aftermarket MODERN} (2000/3000)
1230. UGARTECHEA HIGH GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
rate very good plus with light handling marks and spots of thinning varnish. The shotgun features dual triggers, an automatic s afety, Anson-style release, and robust ejectors. Included is an unmarked brown leather luggage case with red fabric lined divided interior. An attractive Spanish double imported by Firearms International. (10A11862-2) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
blue with enhanced engraving on the receiver and the trigger retains a similar amount of gold finish. The high gloss press checkered walnut stock and forend rate excellent and included is the original factory box, three Rem Chokes (.041 long handicap, .034 mid-handicap, and .027 singles), tube wrench, and magazine plug. A handsome Anniversary model remaining in like-new condition. (10B11799-4) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #148744, 410 bore (3”), 26” plain barrel choked full with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 9597% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and contact point and high edge wear. All markings remain t example with matching numbers that appears to have been well cared for. (10A11765-11) {C&R} (1500/2000)
1233.
SCARCE COLT NATIONAL MATCH MIDRANGE MKII SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #3850-MR, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5” “Colt 38 Spec. N.M. MKII” marked barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95-96% original blue with light contact point and high edge wear. The pistol features a serrated front strap, serrated flat mainspring housing, skeletonized trigger with adjustable overtravel stop and is sighted with a Patridge-style blade front and Colt Accro adjustable rear sight. The full checkered walnut grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions rate excellent and included is a single 5-round single line factory magazine. A fine example of this limited production run MKII mid-range pistol. (10A11934-2) (1500/2000)
engraving. The checkered highly figured pistolgrip stock and forend rate near excellent as lightly cleaned with a length of pu and drops of 1 3/4” and 2 3/4”. The shotgun is sighted with a single brass bead and features an automatic safety, cocking indicators, and extractors. Included is a leather carry case missing a lock strap. An attractive double manufactured in the early 1900’s that locks up tight with lever resting near center. (10A11853-5) {C&R} (1000/1500)
are washed but legible. The action and locks remain a dull smoky gray case-hardened patina with light foliate scroll and trap scene engraving with traces of faded color in the protected areas. The shotgun features a small ivory mid bead and larger ivory front bead and the checkered deluxe walnut pistolgrip stock and forend rate about very good with nice dark grain figure showing through a darkened oil rubbed finish with light handling marks and a moderate drying crack at the right side toe. There is a silver shield inlaid along the toeline with the initials “DJS”. The shotgun has a 13 3/4” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 3/8”. The shotgun features a Hunter One trigger, ejectors, and still locks up tight and on-face with lever coming to rest just right of center. This is an honest Trap Grade with lots of character. (10B11694-8) {C&R} (1000/1500)
and length of pull from the grooved horn buttplate is 13 7/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2”. The shotgun features dual trigger, safety, Anson-style release, tear-drop shaped drop points, cocking indicators, and ejectors. An attractive British double with great features. (10A119334) {C&R} (1000/1500)
varnish. All markings remain intact and the barrel markings are interestingly very crisp. The rifle features a hooded bead front sight, with elevation adjustable sporting rear sight. This is an attractive and nicely restored 1953-manufactured rifle. (10B11860-6) {C&R} (1200/1800)
(10A11865-2) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #57472B, 22 LR, 28" barrel with a bright excellent bore. Metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue, with a few very light scratches on the triggerguard and the very beginning of some light bolt knob wear. The smooth walnut stock rates excellent showing only a few very light handling marks from careful use. The front sight is the original Lyman globe with original Lyman rear receiver sight. The factory handstop is in place and one original Winchester-marked magazine is included. The trigger currently wears a trigger shoe and the barrel is factory drilled and tapped for target blocks. A superb 52-B target that would be hard to upgrade. (10B11860-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #277957, 22 S, L, LR, 24” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1958-dation staining. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate near excellent aside from a couple of handling and this is a wonderful example of these popular rimfire rifles. (10A11860-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)
popular rimfire rifles.
serial #818741, 22 Short, 10” tapered barrel with an excellent bore. This Model 102 shows use but remains in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing a few insignificant handling marks. The target trigger and magazine catch retain bold case-hardened colors while the thumb safety retains full blue. The checkered synthetic factory grips feature gold High Standard Eagle medallions and remain in about good condition, the right panel has three later added holes in the side and butt plus a few remnants of epoxy fill, light marks from cleaning, and handling marks. This “Space Gun” features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, it is cut and machined for a muzzle sta which is included, it is cut and machined for barrel weights with one included, and the frame is marked “OLYMPIC / CITATION”. cludes a scarce cadmium coated factory marked ten-round magazine. A desirable collectible this gun can stand the occasional tr the range. (8A11814-1) {C&R}
1242. RARE COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE 22/45 CONVERSION UNIT
serial #U683, 22 LR, 5” barrel with floating chamber showing an excellent bore. This lovely early war unit retains about 98% original blue showing light edge wear and slight thinning. The kit includes a complete slide assembly featuring a serrated ramp front sight and early Stevens adjustable rear sight. It also includes the barrel with floating chamber, 22 LR ejector, barrel bushing, recoil spring guide, recoil spring, recoil spring plug, slide stop, and an added 45 ACP Government Model ejector. The right side of the slide has Colt Service Model Conversion markings while the top of the slide is serial numbered “U683”. A factory ten-round two-tone magazine is included, the floorplate is marked “COLT / 22 ACE [in a diamond] L.R. / SE RVICE MODEL”. The unit includes an un-numbered factory brown textured box that rates poor. The label on the box is partially missing with about 75-80% remaining while the two ends of the cover are missing their flaps, the front flap is partially torn and failing, and the hinged section in the back is separating along the length but still remains intact. There were only 1758 units produced before and during the war with another 912 made after the war. They remain a desirable addition to any collection. (8A10687-181) {NON-GUN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500) 1243. EXCELLENT COLT
POLICE POSITIVE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #43372M, 38 Special, 4” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful 1977-manufactured revolver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% plus original nickel. The service trigger and hammer retain full nickel finish. The checkered walnut factory target grips rate excellent. This gun has the later features of the fourth issue guns including shrouded ejector, the barrel marked “POLICE POSITIVE”, with the “Special” identifier dropped, and fixed sights. It in cludes a factory wood grain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, and paperwork. The box rates about very good showing light wear, cellophane tape repairs to adhere the end label that also shows edge damage and rates good as repaired. (8A11759-16) {MOD ERN}
1244.
serial #90243, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a moderately frosted bore and strong rifling throughout. This pre-war pistol has toned to predominately smoky gray with a few strong wedges of original blue in the protected areas, fine pinprick pitting, and handling marks. The double diamond checkered factory walnut grips rate about good plus for the left panel and good for the right panel showing light to moderate diamond point wear and handling marks. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and Major Penfield’s inspector mark remains crisp, as do the other markings. The barrel “HP” mark has the earlier Type 3 markings with the “P” near the hood, the “H” centered as they are read from the side. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned base. A solid pistol showing honest use over the years. (8A11728-879) {C&R} (1200/1800)
COLT PRE-WAR COMMERCIAL ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #9407, 22 LR, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This 1938-manufactured Ace shows honest use, the metal surfaces are mostly an even mix of brown and smoky gray with strong original color in the protected areas. The fully checkered walnut factory grips rate very good plus showing light diamond point compression. This Ace features a serrated ramp front sight, adjustable rear sight, and the slide is correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a single factory Ace marked two-tone ten-round magazine. A fine upstart collectible for the collector. (8A11728-923) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1246. U.S. MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY ITHACA
serial #1455062, 45 ACP, 5” High Standard barrel with a moderate frosted bore and fairly strong rifling throughout. This mid-war pistol has toned to brown under bright light with strong original Parkerizing in the protected areas. There is a tight series of impact marks just below the magazine catch plus a few other handling marks, and a small area of pitting on the dust cover. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, no reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate about very good showing light diamond point compression on the bottom of the right panel. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark remains crisp along with the other markings. It includes a single M.S. Little Company seven-round magazine with welded base. A solid Ithaca showing honest use. (8A11728(1200/1800)
1247. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #180386, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Flannery barrel with an excellent bore. This 1917 pistol retains about 92% non-factory professionally restored blue showing light edge wear, handling wear on the straps, and old pitting under the new finish. The double diamond checkered factory walnut grips rate about very good plus with light diamond point wear. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and Major Stewart’s inspector mark remains strong as are the other markings. It includes a single M.S. Little Company seven-round magazine (1200/1800)
Colt medallions, they remain in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks. It is sighted with a Patridge front sight and adjustable rear sight. It includes a later unmarked Colt brown hinged box, a correctly marked two-tone Colt Match Target ten-round magazine, a Colt-marked Target ten-round magazine, and a spare set of later military plastic Match Target grips in excellent condition. A superb example of these rare and desirable pistols. (8B11923-13) {C&R} (2500/3500)
1248. EXCELLENT COLT WOODSMAN FIRST SERIES MATCH TARGET PISTOL
1249. COLT SECOND SERIES WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET
serial #78084-S, 22 LR, 4 1/2” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This fine 1950-manufactured Woodsman has the desirable shorter barrel and remains in near excellent condition. It retains about 9596% original blue, most of the loss to thinning finish on the straps in addition to light handling marks. The checkered thumb rest Coltwood factory grips feature a single Rampant Colt and remain in excellent condition. This is sighted with an undercut Patridge front sight and Coltmaster adjustable rear sight. It includes a custom hardwood case that is French cut and burgundy velvet lined, a trio of Colt marked ten-round magazines, vintage Marbles No. 99 nickel plate compact cleaning rod, and an empty Remington 22 LR Hi-Speed ammunition box. The presentation case rates about excellent showing light storage marks and scuffing. A fine example of the Match Target. (8B11923-11) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1250. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #229300, 45 ACP, 5” replacement commercial Colt BB-Series barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1918-manufacure pistol have toned to brown with strong wedges of original blue in the protected areas, scattered pitting, and handling marks. This gun features double diamond checkered factory walnut grips the left panel rates about very good with light diamond point wear while the right panel rates about good showing moderate wear on the lower quarter. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts and sights, and Major Stewart’s inspector mark and the other markings remains strong. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. (8A11728-269) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1251. CUSTOM COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #277561-C, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This 1957-manufactured pistol remains in wonderful condition with a few light custom features and retains about 99% plus factory quality restored blue although the slide has a slight plum hue. The grips are postwar black “Coltwood” synthetic stocks with Rampant Colt monograms, the left panel shows the typical shrinkage at the screw holes with three small cracks radiating out from the bottom hole. The right panel appears stable and rates excellent. This gun has several custom features including a light trigger job, the barrel has been throated, a weld was added to the bottom of the rear most barrel lug to tighten lockup, plus the barrel to slide to frame fit has been tightened. The top of the side around the rear sight has been lightly tooled flat at an angle and later refinished, its purpose can only be speculated. It includes a factory marked seven-round magazine. A nice custom Government Model. (8A11728-272) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1252. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #257759-C, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with an excellent bore. This 1952manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 95-96% original blue showing thinning finish on the straps, edge wear, and handling marks. The grips are smooth faux horn with gold Rampant Colt medallions that remain in excellent condition. This gun has a serrated ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, and the small parts are correct for the period of manufacture. It includes a factory marked seven-round magazine. A nice postwar collectible. (8A11728-270) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1253. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #345727, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a moderately pitted bore retaining strong rifling throughout. This late war pistol has toned to brown with a few wedges of original blue in the protected areas. The replacement Remington UMC double diamond checkered factory walnut grips rate about very good with light diamond point wear. This pistol appears to have the correct small parts although the thumb safety and barrel markings are from slightly later manufacture but are likely transitional, and the “[eagle] / S11” inspector mark remains strong as are the other markings. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. A salty but solid 1911. (8A11728(1200/1800)
1254. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #377228, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Springfield barrel with an excellent bore. This late war pistol retains about 90% arsenal grade restored Parkerized finish showing high edge wear, the flat mainspring housing toned to pewter, and handling marks. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate excellent. This pistol has a WWII-era replacement hammer and slide stop while the remaining small parts appear correct, and the “(eagle) / S16” inspector mark remains strong as are the other markings. It includes a single Scovill Manufacturing Company seven-round magazine with welded floorplate. (8A11728-878) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #899121, 45 ACP, 5” Colt barrel with a partially frosted bore with pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The frame of this mid-war pistol retains about 50% original Parkerized finish the rest toned to brown while the replacement slide has mainly toned to a brown hue with a few wedges of restored Parkerized finish by the bottom front. The replacement triple diamond checkered unmarked custom grips feature “USN” relief carved into the center diamond and they rate excellent. This pistol has the earlier Model 1911 style slide lock, the remainder of the small parts appear correct for the period of manufacture, the slide is numbered to another gun under the firing pin stop, and Brigadier General Drewry’s inspector mark remains strong as are the other markings. It includes a single General Shaver Division seven-round magazine with welded back and floorplate. (8A11728-921) {C&R} (1200/1800) 1256. U.S.
MODEL 1911A1 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY REMINGTON RAND
serial #1809915, 45 ACP, 5” post WWII Colt replacement barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1944-made pistol has toned to a gray-brown patina with strong original Parkerized finish found on the sides of the frame for perhaps 25% remaining and the metal surfaces show edge wear and handling marks and some fine pinprick pitting on the slide. The checkered factory Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing bars on the back, reinforcing rings around the screw holes, and rate near excellent with a few light handling marks. Most of the small parts and sights on this pistol appear correct although the thumb safety is a later post war commercial replacement, and Colonel Atwood’s inspector mark and the other markings remain crisp. It includes a post WWII replacement seven-round magazine with assembly and manufacture information stamped on the bottom. A fine collectible. (8A11728-285) {C&R} (1000/1500)
COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMER SEMIAUTO PISTOL
serial #36304, 38 ACP, 4 1/2” barrel with a near excellent bore showing light traces of oxidation. This 1915-manufactured pistol retains about 80% original blue showing edge wear, thinning to brown finish under strong light on the slide, and handling marks. The hammer retains bold case-hardened colors. The checkered hard rubber factory grips feature a Rampant Colt and “COLT”, they rate near excellent with a small blemish on the left panel. This later gun features the improved hammer spur, two-line patent dates, and shorter slide address. It includes an unmarked factory seven-round magazine. A nice example of the Model 1903. (8A11728-268) {C&R} (1200/1800)
U.S. MODEL 1917 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY SMITH & WESSON
serial #140437, 45 ACP, 5 1/2” barrel with a near ex cellent bore showing whisps of frosting. This beauti ful revolver remains in wonderful condition and was used very little judging by the wear on the recoil plate area. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original blue showing slight wear on the triggerguard. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hard ened colors while the trigger face and spur have lightly thinned to pewter. The smooth walnut factory grips are numbered to the gun and rate about very good showing little wear but very light chipping scattered along the butt edge of both panels. The factory markings, “(eagle) / 6” acceptance mark, and Ordnance Bomb remain crisp. This gun is sighted with a half-moon front sight and fixed rear sight. It includes a U.S. Model 1917 flap holster by Graton & Knight dated 1917. It remains in excellent condition with strong stitching and minor wear. It also includes a factory letter indicating this gun shipped as described on December 3, 1918, to the U.S. Army Base, Paterson, New Jersey. A wonderful com bination for the martial collector. (8A11936-1) {C&R}
1259. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #74997, 45 ACP, 5” replacement High Standard barrel with a near excellent bore showing light streaks of frosting. This pre-war pistol retains about 96% non-armory restored arsenal grade blue although the color on the frame is more smoky gray under strong light, in addition to edge wear and a few handling marks. The gun features replacement Colt double diamond checkered walnut grips that rate about good plus with light scattered diamond point wear and handling marks. None of the small parts are stamped with the usual “S” although most of the parts appear correct for the period, the recoil spring plug and thumb safety appear to be replacements. The Ordnance Bomb and other markings remain strong while the Federal Eagle on the right side of the slide is soft. The gun includes a single Springfield Armory seven-round two-tone magazine with lanyard loop on floorplate, the body is the earlier style that folds over the bottom of the floorplate and it shows heavy finish loss and oxidation stains. An early Springfield showing a lot of character. (8A11897-83) {C&R} (1500/2000)
serial #8758m, 9mm, 4” barrel with a near excellent bore showing traces of frosting. This Luger shows honest use and retains about 85% original blue, the straps toned to brown in addition to high edge wear, light freckling, and handling marks. The strawed parts retain beautiful amber color with a few showing light wear. The sear spring, magazine catch spring, and toggle pin shown brilliant fire blue although the pin shows light wear. The pistol features un-numbered checkered walnut grips they rate about very good showing diamond point wear and scattered handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the toggle has the “S/42” marking, the chamber is dated “1936”, and the pistol retains the standard open sights. It has “(eagle) / 63” Waffenamts. It includes a single eight-round magazine serial numbered to another gun featuring an aluminum floorplate, and an “(eagle) / 63” Waffenamt. A very nice pre-war gun. (8A11728-170) {C&R}
1261. BEAUTIFUL SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE HAND EJECTOR TARGET MODEL REVOLVER
shows very little use and retains about 99% original blue with minor edge wear. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory square butt service grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. It features a Patridge front sight, adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. The sideplate is inscribed “W.R. & G.C. / TO / F.R.S. / 1-9-35”. We could not find the significance of this inscription but it was obviously a presentation piece. This is a wonderful example of these rare and desir
bright light. There is a patch of light pitting and a little more oxidation between the muzzle and barrel band, the bands also show some light edge wear. The lock has toned to soft brown and gray patina with some very fine oxidation, the triggerguard retaining good amounts of original blue with patches of gray and light oxidation. The buttplate has toned to gray and brown with traces of original blue at the heel and the screws retain much original blue lightly toning to brown and show very minor slot wear. The 1873-dated breechblock and rear tang retain 95% lightly muting color case-hardened finish with tiny specks of fine oxidation showcasing rich blue and brown colors. The walnut stock remains in fine condition with the light dents and handling marks one would respect of a carried arm, the 1883-dated cartouche and firing proof remain crisp. The rifle is equipped with a proper front sight, buckhorn rear sight, iron firing pin and slotted button tip cleaning rod. The hammer and tumbler remain strong and function well mechanically. A fine 1879 Trapdoor Springfield. (5A11730-1556) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
overall condition.
1263. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX
serial #2421, 38 S&W, 3 1/4" barrel with a bright about very good bore showing light frosting and scattered pinprick pitting with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Baby Russian retain about 98% original nickel finish, showing only a few light handling marks with the cylinder flutes showing some fine pinprick pitting. The small components have toned to an even gunmetal and the checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition and have toned to an even, attractive brown. Timing and lockup appear sound, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent, and the ejector functions as it should. Included is the original green cardboard box which remains in very good condition, showing very light corner wear and fraying with the right side beginning to lift slighty, and the top label remains clear and legible, showing some traces of old water damage and pencil markings but remaining in fine
The interior of the box is marked “M.W. Robinson, Gen’l Agent, 79 Chambers St., NEW YORK.”, indicating that this gun was originally shipped to the famed and long-defunct New York retailer. A fine example. (26B10826-659) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)
ROMANIAN FPK “DRAGUNOV” SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #F-3277-77, 7.62x54R, 27” barrel with a bright excellent bore and muzzle brake. The metal surfaces retain about 92% black phosphate finish, showing light high edge wear with some light handling marks, a few scattered spots of oxidation, and the muzzle device shows moderate oxidation. The smooth hardwood furniture rates excellent showing only mild discoloration near the recoil pad and is equipped with a leather cheek piece. It is equipped with the standard open sights, a Tapco G2 trigger group, and integral side optics mount. Included is a single 10-round factory magazine. (26A11862-24) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
serial #11VBK8004, 7.62x54R, 23” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this Russian-made rifle retain 98% plus black phosphate finish showing only the odd handling mark or two. The checkered hardwood thumbhole stock and forend both rate excellent as does the decorative factory recoil pad, and the rifle retains the standard open sights and features an integrated side mount. There are importer and manufacturer’s markings present on the left-side receiver and included is the matching factory cardboard box and two 5-round factory magazines. (26A11862-15) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1266. IVER JOHNSON SKEET-ER BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN
bottom of the triggerguard. The checkered walnut stock and beavertail forend show lovely grain figure throughout and rate very good plus as period refinished with light dings and handling marks and the forend showing scattered bubbled finish; the grip cap with Iver Johnson logo and “Owl” buttplate rate very good plus showing very light handling wear with a small chip missing from the buttplate. The gun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest just right of center and retains its ivory bead front sight. A handsome example of these desirable American smallbores. (26A11845-5) {C&R} (2000/4000)
1267. HENRY DERINGER PERCUSSION POCKET PISTOL
.40 cal, 2 3/4" barrel with an about very good bore showing oxidation staining and robust rifling. The barrel has toned to a light gunmetal showing scattered pitting, showing two silver bands at the breech with a familiar “P” on the left and the “DERINGER/PHI ened slightly and remaining legible. The bolster, hammer, trigger, and lockplate have all toned to a smoky gunmetal and show foliate motifs, the lockplate maker’s mark having softened slightly with the hammer showing notches and checkering and the bolster show ing light oxidation. The pistol features a number of German silver flourishes: the buttcap, nosecap, and shield monogram plate remain unadorned, the sideplate, flashplate, and triggerguard show foliate motifs with the guard terminating in a pineapple finial, and fancy wedge escutcheons all remaining bright. The standard German silver front sight remains intact and the checkered walnut stock shows only a few very light dings and remains excellent. The lock functions robustly and this remains a nice example of these desirable percussion pistols. (26B9100480) {ANTIQUE} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection] (1000/1500)
1268. ENGRAVED COLT THIRD GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #SA54983, 45 Colt, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1983-manufactured Third Generation revolver retains 99% brilliant factory nickel and has been treated with lovely Class B factory engraving, showing handsome and
along the ejector rod housing, with only perhaps a tiny handling mark and no evidence of turn ring on the cylinder. genuine factory mother-of-pearl one piece grip with silver Rampant Colt medallions, the left side remaining smooth and the right showing a handsome carv ing of a steer, remaining pristine with excellent fit. A lovely Third Generation SAA. MODERN} [Robert “Stretch” Kennedy Collection]
1269. ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 90 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE
both sides, with a standing buck on the left side and a running buck on the right, with handsome scalloped borders and a foliate flourish flanking the receiver proof. The plain straight grip walnut stock and 12-groove forend rate near excellent, showing handsome straight figure with a few light handling marks and the main apology being some softened chipping at the toe. The rifle is sighted with a stamped sporting rear and drift-adjustable front post and wears a Marbled aperture tang sight which remains excellent, retaining its aperture disc and functioning correctly. Muerrle’s handiwork was attributed by James D. Julia Inc. for their 2005 fall auction; it remains every bit as attractive as the day it entered Dr. Hudson’s collection some two decades ago. (26C10826-752) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)
serial #296255, 22 Win. Mag. R.F., 24” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 94-95% original blue showing light operational wear with some minute flaking on the high edges of the grooved receiver botod-
to-metal fit and the checkered hard rubber WRA Co. buttplate rates similarly. The rifle is sighted with the proper sporting-style rear and silver bead front, there is a “5” stamped on the receiver face, the triggerguard is numbered to the gun, and all markings remain crisp. A desirable late-production example. (26A11656-135) {C&R} (1200/1800)
1271. COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #308192-C, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1966-manufactured pistol retain about 95% original blue showing some handling marks, scratches from disassembly, and light high edge wear and the tangs toning to pewter. The hardwood checkered grips rate about very good showing 2 small dings and light staining on the left side. The pistol features a serrated ramp front sight and drift adjustable rear sight. Included is an aftermarket hardcase and a single magazine. The quintessential 45 caliber (1000/1500)
WINCHESTER MODEL 61 MAGNUM SLIDE ACTION RIFLE
1273. BUFFALO BILL’S WILD WEST & CONGRESS VINTAGE POSTER
This rare and unique lithograph by Imp & Litho Weiners of La fayette, Paris depicts 14 men on horseback posing around the heroic figure of Buffalo Bill Cody at the center. The poster measures 41” x 30” in a black-toned wood frame with light surface wear to frame. The print shows an oval shaped stamp that reads “Buffalo Bills Wild West 10, July 1905 Cody & Bai ley” under the headline of “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Con gress of Rough Riders of the World” above the 14 men representing multiple nations and cultures. The condition is rated very good for its age, with typical signs of cracking and fading along the canvas backing. The bottom text, in French, reads: “The Warriors, Riders of All Nations” on the left and “Heroic Riders in Their Extraordinary Exploits” on the right. An amazing historical piece. (31A11903-25) [PLEASE NOTE EXTRA SHIPPING WILL APPLY] (1500/2000)
1272. FINE REMINGTON COLLECTEM CARTRIDGE BOARD
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 71 different rimfire and centerfire pistol, revolver and rifle cartridges ranging from .22 Short to .300 H&H Magnum. The cartridges remain in excellent condition with some light tarnish and oxidation and are secured to the board with twisted copper wire, however the 45ACP cartridge is missing. 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 Remington firearms and accessories. (31A11738-OW8) [John A. Micavich Collection] (1000/1500)
1274. FX CROWN MK II NORDIC WOLF AIR RIFLE
dual pressure gauges, and externally adjustable regulators. No sights are included, but the action is grooved for optics mounting. Included are two 16-round rotary magazines and the owner’s manual. The FX Crown is one of the most customizable air rifles on the market, and is a popular choice amongst those looking for the best gun for their money. (14,31A11752-2) {NON-GUN} (1200/1800)
1275. KNIGHT'S ARMAMENT STONER SR-15 M4 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #KM11190, 5.56mm, 16” matte black barrel with bright, excellent bore with A2 flash hider. The barrel has a few light handling marks, upper receiver surfaces retain about 98% plus original black anodized finish with some light edge wear on the top rail. The chrome sand cutter stainless steel BCG appears to show little use, equipped with a Surefire free-float aluminum quad rail handguard with covers. The lower receiver bears the early Vero Beach, FL address with a fixed A2 buttstock and pistolgrip, rates excellent, and features a LaRue folding rear sight, A2 front sight with rail mounts. Includes one 30-round magazine. This is an excellent to near-new example of a highly desirable AR rifle. (31A11932-1) {MODERN} (2000/3000)
1276.
COLT
POCKET POSITIVE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #71356, 32 Colt New Police, 2 1/2” barrel with a very good bore showing scattered light oxidation stains. This lovely 1914-manufactured revolver has been returned to the factory several times for rework and remains in superb condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original nickel plate showing scattered very light handling marks, tiny pinprick pitting on the edge of one flute, and slight clouding on the backstrap. The grips are smooth period replacement mother-of-pearl in excellent condition. This little Pocket Positive has a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. There is a “&” rework mark on the right triggerguard bow, matching rework numbers on the frame, crane, and barrel with additional numbers on the cylinder that don’t match but are poorly stamped and difficult to read. This is a lovely example of a later Pocket Positive. (8A9100-1408) {C&R} [Richard “Stretch” Kennedy Collection]
1277. 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 mid1950’s revolver has a few custom touches. It retains about 96% original blue showing a small spot of loss along the right side of the barrel rib, light 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, an 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 MODERN} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (1200/1800)
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 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] (1200/1800)
DOUBLE FOWLER WITH NICE CARVED STOCK
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] (1200/1800)
dings and areas of old oxidation. The breech plugs, lockplates and upper tang show remnants of silvery and smoky case-hardened patina and are
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] (1200/1800)
some scattered light oxidation and fine scratch rifling. This is an at tractive and diminutive, little halfstock fowler, the barrel retaining about 85% original plum-brown 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
varian maker. (13C11804-11) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (1500/2000) 1282. FACTORY ENGRAVED FRANCHI OVER UNDER SHOTGUN
spersed with dragons and other mythical creatures emerging from the foliage embellishments. The right side of the barrel is importmarked 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} (1000/1500)
bubbling along the toeline and an extensive and rather attractive craquelure overall. The stock shows just some scattered light dings and retains strong checkering and original inspector stamps. The buttplate also retains its original unit marking “10.H.33”, likely indicating the 10th Hussars. The sling swivels are intact, all of the serialized parts are matching and the rifle is equipped with double set triggers and seems to function well mechanically. Sighted with standing fine u-notch rear with single flip-up leaf and silver bead front sight, an original muzzle cover is also included. A very fine and handsome sporting rifle that appears to have seen little use. (13B11108-11) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)
AYA NO. 2 “GULDMANN AMBASSADOR” SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
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} (1000/1500)
1285. AYA
NO. 2 SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
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. (14B11621-147) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
1284.
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} (1000/1500)
1287. INTERESTING ROBERT SCHRADER BOXLOCK DRILLING WITH PATENTED STUTZEN-LENGTH RIFLE BARREL
serial #23058, 16 ga (2 1/2”) over 8x57R-360, 28” shotgun barrels choked improved modified and e good
bore showing some fine pitting and oxidation for a couple of inches ahead of the chamber and otherwise strong rifling throughout. This is an interesting drilling that shows May 1942
neatly engraved with “DRGM” patent mark behind the muzzle and also marked “254A M.SCHMIDT Z-M” on the underside beneath the forend. The action shows nice dark matte gray case-hardening throughout along with some sparse minor speckling and the lever with some vibrant colors. The action is tastefully embellished with light filigree foliate scrollwork and simple bordering, the top of action with fine stippled matting. The horn lever tip shows a few insect bites while the horn tang is near excellent. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in very good condition retaining strong original finish with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks along with a thin 1/2” crack right of the upper tang that is missed at first glance. The checkering remains mostly strong and stock fit remains very nice with welldefined left-side cheekpiece. Features European sling swivels and a somewhat dried-out and flattened solid red rubber pad that currently measures a length-of-pull of about 14 1/8”. The barrels are fitted with a set of German claw mount bases, the front obscuring some of the original maker’s markings, and are sighted with a pair of flip-up rifle sights and silver bead front. Barrel lock-up is solid showing a faint sliver of light between breech and standing breech and the action with front rifle set trigger and upper selector lever seems to function well mechanically. The lever is pushed forward to open the action, pulled back to cock the strikers and on safe when resting in the middle position. Weight is 6 lbs. 9 oz. and the short rifle barrel contributes to lightening the muzzle end for quick pointing. (13C11108-54) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)
action confirm the action’s antique nature. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in about very good plus condition as 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} (1000/1500)
CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODEL 1868 OFFICERS
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} (1500/2000)
ATTRACTIVE AMERICAN FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK SPORTING RIFLE
nents,
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} (1200/1800)
tially bright very good bore with some oxidation and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1912-made carbine is mostly a pleasant gray-brown patina with scattered light oxidation staining and generous original blue in the protected areas while the magazine tube retains about 95% original blue and scattered oxidation. The action has toned to a gunmetal gray patina with light pitting around the loading gate and fine oxidation staining throughout. The lever retains remnants of silvery case-hardened patina and all of the proper markings remain intact and strong. The plain gumwood stocks are in good condition with overall light dings and moderate abrasions with otherwise good fit. The carbine is sighted with a Lyman adjustable tang peep sight, a standard graduated carbine rear sight, and a bead front sight blade. (24B11716-17) {C&R} (1200/1800)
WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE
grooves, and strong rifling. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1909-made carbine retain about 85% original blue with tinges of brown patina and a couple of minor dings ahead of the barrel band. The action has toned to a gray-brown patina with original blue concentrated toward the rear and minor pitting along the high edges. The lever retains remnants of case-hardened patina with minor oxidation speckling and the loading gate shows 90% original fire blue. The plain gumwood stocks show handling marks and a few dings toward the buttplate with otherwise good fit. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight and a brass post front sight blade. (24B11716-19) {C&R}
and strong rifling. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1921-made carbine retain about 95% original blue with scattered light oxidation staining. The action exhibits a pleasant gray-brown patina with speckled oxi dation throughout while the bolt and the loading gate retain most of the original blue. The plain walnut stocks rate very good plus with minor handling marks and a few shallow abrasions. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight and a plain blade front sight. (24B11716-18) {C&R}
MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE
serial #494441, 25-35, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a good bore showing light
serial #968100, 32 W.S., 20” round barrel with full magazine and a very good plus bright bore with very minor oxidation in the grooves. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1924-made carbine retain about 85% original blue with minor oxidation speckling throughout. The action, lever, and hammer display typical high edge wear and handling marks with a gunmetal gray-brown patina from light oxidation. The plain walnut stocks are very good with light handling marks and minor abrasions otherwise retaining very fine fit and showing nice grain. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight and a steel post front sight blade. (24B11716-11) {C&R} (800/1200)
WINCHESTER
WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE
areas. The action has toned to a mix of gray-brown patina while the lever shows some high edge wear and speckled oxidation throughout. The plain wal nut stocks show signs of handling marks, a thin crack on the right side near the upper tang, and an older added finish otherwise showing nice grain. The carbine is sighted with a standard grad uated carbine rear sight and a plain brass blade front sight. An honest example of a model 1894 carbine in an appealing chambering. (24B11716-2) {C&R}
WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
serial #258508, 38 WCF, 24” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright very good bore with light pitting and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1904-manufactured rifle retains about 85% original blue mixing with a nice brown patina broken up by silvery high edge wear while the magazine tube retains about 97% original blue with very light oxidation speckling. The action
carbine butt. The barrel and magazine tube are mostly a pleasant gray-brown patina with scattered light oxidation staining, silvery high edge wear, and hints of original blue in the protected areas. The action has flaked to a gunmetal gray with very light pitting that has been smoothed over the years, especially along the left side of the receiver. The lower tang screws show moderate slot damage. The lever and hammer retain remnants
of silvery case-hardened patina and all of the proper markings remain crisp. The plain walnut stocks rate very good as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago, the edges a bit shy in some areas, and show scattered light dings. The rifle is sighted with a standard semi-buckhorn sporting-style rear sight and a factory Winchester fixed blade front sight. The included photocopy of the factory letter indi cates it shipped as described with all features listed on July 9, 1896, one day after it was received in the warehouse. An honest example of a very desirable model 1892 short rifle with nice character that probably saw use out west. (24B11523-49) {ANTIQUE} [Jim Thrash Collection] (3000/5000)
#3 front sight with a missing bead. A nice honest model 1892 rifle. (24B11523-52) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1200/1800)
WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLE
serial #754985, 38-55, 26” octagon barrel with full magazine and a bright near excellent relined bore. The barrel and action of this 1915-made rifle retain about 92% nice quality older reapplied rust blue showing some scattered light handling marks and areas thinning to a mild gray patina under bright light. The magazine tube, nosecap and crescent buttplate retain about 95% reapplied polished blue with some light handling marks. The original factory markings remain mostly intact and strong, a few areas exhibiting some mild softening, while the cartridge marking on the left barrel flat has been restamped and there are flourishes of added, somewhat amateurishly executed foliate scrollwork along the barrel shank as well. The takedown lever has been shortened and the hammer and lever are mostly a smoky gray patina showing some scattered oxidation staining. The plain walnut stocks remain in about very good condition as cleaned and refinished showing scattered light dings and some of the edges a little but shy of the metal. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a little play and the rifle is sighted with a replacement buckhorn rear sight and silver bead on blade front. (13A11523-59) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1000/1500)
1300. VERY EARLY COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #135, .36 cal, 5 1/2” round barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation in the grooves with otherwise mostly strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this first year production revolver have mostly toned to an even deep gray-brown patina throughout showing areas of old moderate dings and scuff marks mostly along the barrel and high edges of the cylinder. There are some flakes of original bright blue along the more protected sides of the barrel and cylinder flutes, the iron straps with a few hints of silver finish lurking about as well. The single line Hartford address remains mostly strong and the “COLTS PATENT” on the frame is soft but legible. The smooth walnut grip remains in good condition with generous antique varnish, some scattered old abrasions and a small drying crack at the top of the right side. The wedge is un-numbered but an original component and the remaining numbered parts are matching. The action seems to function normally with good timing and lock-up. This revolver certainly has some character and remains a solid very early example of the desirable Police Model. (13B11732-18) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
1301. COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE
PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #20735, .36 cal, 4 1/2” round barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. This is an attractive standard production Police, the barrel mostly flaked to a pleasant gray-brown patina with a few scattered light dings and some generous flakes of bright blue in the protected areas. The cylinder retains perhaps 60% original bright blue with the balance similar to the barrel while the frame and hammer are mostly a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina retaining some generous wisps of vibrant colors. The backstrap and triggerguard retain about 60% original silver finish showing some scattered old light dings and the balance toning to pale goldenrod brass. All markings remain intact and strong with single line New York address, “COLTS PATENT” on frame and patent date in cylinder flute. The smooth walnut grip rates very good retaining a healthy amount of antique varnish show a couple thin drying cracks and some moderate wear along the bottom edges, the bases with a few old repairs. All of the serialized parts are matching including the wedge and the action is crisp. A handsome 1862 Police revolver. (13A11732-17) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
BRITISH PERCUSSION DOUBLE HAMMERGUN
hammers. The barrels are a mix of gunmetal and plum-brown patina showing some scattered areas of cleaned light pitting and small dings, retaining subtle twist damascus patterns throughout. The rib retains fine maker marking “BENTLEY & SON LIVER POOL” and the undersides show period Birmingham proofs. The lockplates and tang are mostly a mix of pleasant gray-brown and smoky gray patina, the left plate retaining some good silvery case-hardened patina, and they are embellished with fine quality English scrollwork and game bird scenes, the tang bearing a British coat of arms with “BENTLEY’S PATENT” above. The checkered walnut stock remains in about very good plus condition with a few thin grain cracks forming here and there along with some scattered light dings and rather worn checkering but otherwise maintaining an honest appearance overall with some hints of attractive grain throughout the butt. The ramrod is not present and the hammers are a little bit out of time but are otherwise crisp and the locks seem to function normally. The style of this interesting double would later be developed into a “semi-ham merless” self-cocking system in the early cartridge era. (13B11896-67) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
remnants of cleaned light to perhaps moderate old pitting and reacquired oxidation along the top barrel. The Barbar markings and breech proofs are very faded and the pans and frizzens are mostly a medium gray patina showing some scattered light oxidation. The lockplate retains strong maker marking, the vents are gold-lined and the barrel release is actuated by pushing up on the triggerguard. The smooth walnut stock rates good having darkened form the years and showing some overall old dings and some chips around the upper tang. One of the tang screws is loose and the buttstock exhibits noticeable play. The left side of the stock is equipped with a lovely pierced decorative silver sideplate and the elaborate silver monogram escutcheon atop the wrist is neatly engraved with a coat of arms consisting of a coronet over a squirrel. A brass-tipped ramrod is present and the mainspring is rather weak though the lock otherwise seems to function normally. An interesting swivel breech from this quality London maker, which has seen honest use. (13B11896-122) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
rifling. The lockplate appears to be British but the barrel seems to be unmarked and retains a healthy amount of its original plum-brown finish showing mild oxidation speckling and gray-brown patina under bright light. The lockplate and other hardware has mostly toned to a deep gray patina, the hammer with some generous silvery case-hardened patina and the lockplate shows “1857” date in the center, a series of small inspector marks at front and “(Crown) / V*R” at rear. The walnut stock rates about very fine showing an older added varnish that has started to acquire a fine craquelure along with a few areas of moderate crazing and light flaking. The stock otherwise shows just some scattered light dings and there is an inlaid Turkish-style crescent moon and star on the right side of the buttstock. The rifle is equipped with military-style sights and other hardware including a saber bayonet lug and the lock seems to function well mechanically with crisp hammer. (13B11896-58) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
small chip at the toe and scattered dings. The checkering remains quite strong and there are some areas of attractive subtle grain figure throughout the buttstock. The patch box cover shows another small game scene that is a bit obscured by old light pitting. A brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present, the standing rear sight insert has been lost to the years but the additional three folding v-notch sights are intact and the front is a silver bead. The locks are equipped with sliding safeties that appear to be stuck but the hammers are otherwise in-time and seem to function well mechanically. This big bore double rifle has seen honest use and remains a good example for the British arms collector. (13C11896-31) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
.450” groove and six-groove
.62 cal, 10 5/8” barrel with slightly swamped barrel and a moderately oxidized bore. The front half of the barrel shows a moderate cleaning with thin striations visible and remnants of partially smoothed-over light pitting, the area mostly toned to gunmetal while the back half shows a lighter more careful cleaning to preserve the nice gold line decorative inlays and maker’s name inlaid in gold along the top. The lock
and gray-brown patina showing scattered old pitting and the plate has a prominent beveled edge with teat at rear, faceted pan, unbridled frizzen and nicely chis eled frizzen spring. The lockplate is also maker marked by Felix Meier and shows some faded embellishments with an evident gentleman on horseback at the rear. The touch hole appears to have been enlarged somewhat during the period of use but the arm otherwise appears to be in the original flint. The trigger terminates into a nice curlicue and th brass hardware shows remnants of its original gold wash throughout and wide foliate motifs and busts of figures. The sideplate lovely pierced foliate form and the walnut stock rates good as partially restored, the forward 8” having been replaced with a l of walnut and much simpler brass ramrod thimble and tailpipe. The original section at the rear shows a few scattered minor drying cracks and light dings with somewhat softened raised foliate borders and some hints of nice grain figure. The lock is a bit stiff but seems to function normally. This is a good example of a quality Viennese pistol from the early 1700s that was no doubt quite lovely in its day.
(13C11896-178) {ANTIQUE}
(1000/1500)
1307. U.S. SAVAGE REVOLVING FIREARMS CO. NAVY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #7284, .36 cal, 7” octagon barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout.
tion staining. The address and patent dates along the topstrap otherwise remain completely intact and strong and the principal components show strong sub-inspector stamps throughout. The smooth walnut grips remain in good condition showing some light chipping along the bottom edges, a few thin drying cracks and other handling marks, the right panel carved with “WH / X” and the left with “JW”. The left panel retains the very faintest remnant of a boxed inspector’s cartouche and half of the nipples show moderate damage. The barrel and cylinder are matching the frame and the action is not functional and will require mechanical attention. A good “example piece” of these interesting U.S. martial revolvers for the Civil War collect 211) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
and crisp rifling in the rifle barrel. The barrels retain about 96% of a period quality restored rust blue showing some minor fading under bright light while the action is an attractive smooth smoky gray case-hardened patina showing a few minor pinprick pits along the high edges. The action is embellished in typical Germanic style featuring fine oak leaf motifs and nice game scenes of a fix and hare on the right, dog and game birds on left and stag and doe on upper tang. The horn triggerguard, pistolgrip cap and underlever are very good plus with a crack forming along the forward root of the guard. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate very good as lightly cleaned and refinished with the edges a little shy of the metal and the checkering possibly refreshed. Stock features left-side cheekpiece and shows fine grain figure throughout while the horn buttplate rates very good with a small flake at toe and some minor repairs. The rifle is sighted with standing u-notch rear sight with flip-up leaf, silver bead front sight and is fitted with a set of claw mounts that hold a period Zeiss Zielklein scope serial #31481 in very good condition with post and crosshair reticle and somewhat dirty but serviceable optics. Barrel lock-up exhibits a little bit of play and the action seems to function normally with forward rifle set trigger and wing style safety atop tang. (13B11108-143) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)
W. COLLATH UNDERLEVER DOUBLE SHOTGUN
serial #20935, 14 ga, 30 3/4” Tesco-marked barrels with mostly bright good bores showing some mild fouling and some scattered areas of light pitting. The barrels retain about 70% original blue toning to a mild gray-brown patina under atina
with fine filigree scrollwork and game scenes of auerhahn on right, roebuck and a hound on left, and the upper tang with a diverse grouping of game birds, a raptor and a hare. The horn triggerguard, pistolgrip cap and underlever are very good plus with a few scattered tiny flakes along the edges and very thin drying cracks forming. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate very good showing honest wear overall with scattered light dings and rather worn checkering, the stock with some gaps against the action. Stock features left-side cheekpiece and grooved horn buttplate exhibiting some crackling from the years. The takedown pin is a little loose but barrel lock-up is solid and the arm is equipped with wing style safety atop tang and sling swivels. The action seems to function normally. A very respectable Collath gun with some nice game scenes. (13C11108-25) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)
COLLATH UNDERLEVER DOUBLE SHOTGUN
tractive mix of smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina and is embellished in full coverage with lovely Germanic oak leaf motifs and fine game scenes of a fox and duck on right and dog and game birds on left. There is an un-engraved brass monogram plate atop the tang and the shotgun is equipped with a fancy semi-pistolgrip hard rubber triggerguard in fine condition showing a few thin cracks forming along the forward root. The horn underlever rates near excellent and the checkered walnut buttstock and smooth forend remain in very fine condition as carefully and lightly cleaned showing a little added oil finish, small repaired chip at the toe and some othe marks. The checkering with mullered borders remains strong, the wood exhibits some very handsome grain figure throughout the butt and the smooth ebony buttplate is intact. There is a sling eye along the toe line and swivel along underside of barrel and the stock features left-side cheekpiece. The barrels lock-up well and the action seems to function normally and is equipped with wing style safety atop tang. An attractive earlier Collath gun. (13B11108-152) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)
barrel with crisp rifling throughout. The barrels of this nice Tesco-era Collath retain about 70% original blue showing some overall thinning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina, an area of more moderate toning to pewter gray along the left side barrel and some other light handling marks. The action has mostly toned to an attractive silvery case-hardened patina and is embellished in full coverage with lovely Germanic oak leaf motifs and very fine game scenes of stag, doe and hare on right, two foxes and a hare on left, duck on bottom and upper tang with profiles of roebuck, doe and hare. All embellishments remain crisp and exhibit the lovely execution one would expect on a Collath gun. The three cartridge trap cover along the toe line continues with the fine oak leaf motifs and another scene with auerhahn. The horn triggerguard, underlever, fluted grip cap and grooved buttplate all rate very fine to near excellent showing just a few light handling marks and a little subtle fine crackling along the buttplate. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend remain in about very good condition as carefully cleaned and refinished showing a small repaired chip at the upper tang and a very well executed repair to a break at the wrist that one must very closely examine to discern. There is a slight gap against the left side of the action, the checkering remain quite strong and the wood exhibits some lovely grain figure throughout. The stock features
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marks in the chambers while the rifle barrel is bright and very fine with light frosting and crisp rifling. The shotgun chambers were perhaps modified during the period of use and strangely the undersides show both a circled “16” designation and Collath’s number “3” code which would indicate 14 gauge, but 16 gauge seems to chamber fine with very little play though the rim dimensions are a bit off. This example also utilizes a Jones-style underlever rather than the more familiar horn forend underlever and a small set screw is present at the nose to better retain the takedown pin. The barrels retain about 80% of a fine quality period restored rust blue appearing strong under ambient light with overall toning to a pleasant smooth gray-brown patina, a few light handling marks and some sparse pinprick pits. The action is mostly a nice smoky gray case-hardened patina with some mild gray-brown undertones and is embellished in full coverage with good quality Germanic oak leaf motifs and handsome scenes of a fox and hare on right, dog and game birds on left and the upper tang with portraits of roebuck and doe. The three-cartridge trap along the toe line is embellished with a traditional German hunter. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and forend remain in good condition showing some added semi-gloss varnish with scattered light dings and the most noticeable apology being a 2 3/4” slightly flexing crack along the left side of the wrist and smaller check on the right that can probably be addressed by a skilled wood man. The checkering remains mostly strong and the wood exhibits some rather nice figure throughout. The horn pistolgrip cap shows mild wear and the smooth ebony buttplate is intact. The stock features left-side cheekpiece and the arm is equipped with sling swivels, wing style safety atop tang, front rifle set trigger and barrel selector lever on right side next to the guard that automatically flips up the u-notch rifle rear sight upon selection. The front sight is a silver bead and the rib has a pair of bases to accommodate a single-claw mount system. Barrel lock-up exhibits a little lateral play and the action otherwise seems to function normally. (13B11108-144) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)
.36 cal, 35” heavy octagon Remington cast steel barrel drilled for false muzzle with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel retains a healthy amount of original plum-brown finish mixing with some deep gray patina and showing some scattered old oxidation speckling. The top flat shows light hand-matting and there is a 3/4” dovetail at the rear filledin with a piece of old walnut and flanked by maker’s information “A. SCHNEIDER S.F. CAL.” The underside of the barrel shows a Remington stamp along with “9 3/4”. The lockplate, breech plug and upper tang are a mostly a smoky gray case-hardened patina, the breech with a single gold band and large swirling bolster. The lockplate is rather spartan with simple “A. SCHNEIDER” maker stamp. The iron trigger plate terminates to an oval escutcheon where a palm rest could be mounted, currently holding a filler screw. Fitting includes pewter nosecap and German silver wedge escutcheons, fancy spur triggerguard, schuetzen buttplate and lock screw escutcheon. The walnut stock is in classic California style with long thin checkering points and nice leaf-shaped shadowline cheekpiece on the left side. The stock rates very good plus showing a 3 1/2” flexing crack through the right wedge escutcheon and otherwise just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock retains nice edges throughout and an attractive honest appearance with some fine grain figure along the right side of the buttstock. The rifle is sighted with an older replacement adjustable tang sight with small aperture disc and target globe front with very fine bead-on-post. A slightly long simple brass-tipped ramrod is present along with false muzzle and starter. The barrel wedge is a bit ill-fitting and the lock is single acting with rear set trigger and fine straight firing trigger. The lock will require mechanical attention as the set is not functional leaving no way to drop the hammer when it is cocked. A very nice California schuetzen rifle by Alois Schneider. (13B11108-75) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1200/1800)
CHICAGO PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK
About .40 cal, 31” heavy octagon barrel turned for starter with recessed muzzle and a bright excellent bore showing a hint of subtle frosting in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome rifle retains perhaps 90% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered mild oxidation speckling and areas drifting maker marking and the breech l and the hammer may be an old replacement showing some thin scratches and good case-hardened colors. The barrel is equipped with an under-rib and dual ramrod thimbles, pewter nosecap and nickel-plated wedge escutcheons, fancy spur triggerguard, and heavy schuetzen buttplate. The checkered walnut stock remains in very fine condition showing one small drilled hole on the right side wrist just above the set trigger and some other scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains strong and the stock features a nice wide cheekpiece on the left side. There appear to be two neatly filled holes along the upper tang and the trigger plate is drilled to accept a palm rest (not present). The rifle is sighted with a fine aperture tang sight, simple v-notch rear and bead-on-post front with removable hood. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the lock with double set triggers seems to function normally. A fine schuetzen rifle by Rudolph Grimm. (13B11108-83) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (1000/1500)
CALIFORNIA PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SCHUETZEN
original gray-green Parkerized finish with fine oxidation staining along the barreled action, toned more to brown on the bottom metal, and some light wear marks on the side of the front sight base. The nickel steel bolt is largely bright with areas of light oxidation staining. The pistolgrip walnut stock with grasping grooves is in very good condition with a 2 1/2” fine crack on the left side of the pistolgrip, a short hairline crack behind the receiver easily missed upon first glance, some older smoothed-over flaking at the tip of the bottom metal, and some scattered older light dings. The stock is marked with a strong boxed “S.A.” on the left side, above a “0”, and a small “G” is stamped on the bottom of the pistolgrip. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, the M2 bolt showing “D 28223-2” drawing number and is electro-pencil numbered to another rifle. The rifle retains the Lyman 48 aperture rear sight and blade front sight, and included is an M2 magazine showing light operational wear. An early production example of the final revision of the Model 1922, a rifle renowned for its accuracy. (14A11730-1326) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1200/1800)
1316. WEBLEY MARK VI DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #325719, 455 Webley, 6” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1917-dated revolver retains about 90% older arsenal-refurbished rust blue toning to plum with areas of light oxidation, pinprick pitting, and light dings and silvering on high edges. All markings remain intact and strong, the black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and minor handling marks retaining excellent fit showing the letter “M” on the bottom outside of each panel and “JA” on the underside. Additional markings located on the back of the frame show “5.18” and “21” with other markings that have been obliterated. The rear sight has been modified with neatly added taller “ears.” The barrel and cylinder match the frame, the bar rel-to-frame fit is excellent, and the cylinder remains unmolested in its original 455 chambering. The action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. This is a very nice Mark VI for the martial collector. (31B11871-22) {C&R}
1317. EARLY SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #3690, 22 LR, 7 3/8” barrel with an excellent bore. The first Model 41 sold commercially started at serial number 3001. This fine gun shows very little use and retains about 99% original blue showing a few minor handling marks. The checkered factory finger / thumb rest grips rate excellent showing a few minor handling marks. This early gun features a Pat ridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, cocking indicator, false muzzle installed (muzzle brake not pro vided), and no finger cuts on the frame. This gun includes a factory marked ten-round magazine. A beautiful Model 41. (8A11730-929) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1318. RARE SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 32-20 HAND EJECTOR TARGET REVOLVER
serial #687, 32-20 WCF., 6 1/2” barrel with a very good plus bore showing light pitting in last quarter of the barrel. The metal surfaces of this rare gun retain about 85% original blue, the straps are thinning to pewter in addition to high edge wear, slight thinning in areas, and handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain strong case-hardened colors showing operational wear. The diamond checkered hard rubber grips feature S&W monograms, they are numbered to another gun, the left panel rates excellent while the right panel has two small chips on the lower backstrap but is otherwise excellent. This gun features a modified factory front sight, it has an approximately .106” wide added Patridge front sight that has been fitted over the original factory blade and a black blade adjustable rear sight, the square notch in the slider has been modified to accommodate the altered front sight. Most of the appropriate parts are serial numbered to the gun, the crane is not serial numbered but the assembly number matches the frame, and the extractor is not numbered. A factory letter indicates this gun shipped on January 30, 1901, to Bekeart & Company, San Francisco, California, but does not mention what configuration it left the factory. A very nice First Model that shows honest use over the years. (8B11730-490) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1500/
1319. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL LADYSMITH HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #1638, 22 RF, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver retains about 80% plus original blue showing thinning finish, edge wear, oxidation blemishes, and handling marks. The trigger is mostly pewter and gray while the hammer retains robust case-hardened colors. The diamond check ered hard rubber factory round butt grips feature S&W monograms, they are numbered to the gun, patent dates on the edge of the butt are strong, and they remain in excellent condition. This gun features a halfmoon front sight, fixed rear sight, and all appropriate parts are numbered to the gun. A fine example of these tiny M-frame revolvers. (8A11730-650) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
REVOLVER
serial #206805, 31 cal., 4” octagon barrel with a near excellent bore showing one small spot of oxidation. The barrel of this 1862-manufactured revolver has toned to gray and brown with a strong wedge of original blue on the right barrel flat and in the protected areas. The
gerguard strap and backstrap retain about 95% original silver plate showing light areas of wear, light tarnish, and a few handling marks. The one-piece factory walnut grips are num bered to the gun and rate about very good as lightly re-varnished displaying light flaking and handling marks. This fine revolver fea tures a cone front sight, all appropriate parts are correctly num bered to the gun, one line New York address, and it has a crisp action. Included is a factory walnut presentation case with four maroon velvet lined compartments, and lock. It also includes a period brass Federal Eagle embossed powder flask, Colt two-cavity iron bullet mould cut for round ball and conical, empty Eley Bros. percussion cap tin, and key for the case. The presentation case rates excellent, the flask about good showing few marks and moderate tarnish from use, the mould is smoky gray and brown with marks from previous casting, and the tin has scattered light oxidation. A fine 1849 Pocket. (8C11673-13) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
1321. DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL
serial #495m, 30 Luger, 3 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine gun retains about 98% interwar factory restored blue, the receiver is toning to plum in addition to light edge wear and handling marks. The un-numbered fully checkered walnut factory grips rate about excellent with a few light handling marks. The strawed parts retain deep goldenrod color while the magazine spring, sear spring, and toggle pin show strong fire blue. This gun has “[crown] / N” proofs, all appropriate parts are numbered to the gun although the firing pin is not numbered, and it is marked “MADE IN GERMANY” on the right side of the receiver. It includes an unmarked craft style box, a pair of eight-round magazines with wood base, a wooden cleaning rod, and partial box of 26-rounds of ammunition. The craft box appears period and rates good showing one corner on the base that has failed and one on the cover, and portions of the edge on the are starting to fail. The ammunition is Remington UMC 30 Luger with cupro-nickel full metal jacket bullets with red printing on a cream colored background. The ammunition rates excellent and the box rates very good with light storage wear. (8A11737-4) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1322. SMITH & WESSON BRITISH CONTRACT MK II SECOND MODEL 455 HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #66512, 455 Webley, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Hand Ejector remains in excellent condition with later modifications to the sights. The revolver re-
handling
marks. The smooth service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips with gold S&W medallions are numbered to the gun and rate very good to excellent showing scattered light handling marks. The front sight was milled off, slot cut, and smooth faced semi-ramp blade installed and held in place by a screw, the work appears well done although there is a small ding on the right side of the blade from handling. The rear sight has been widened showing slight tool marks on the top. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun and it correctly times and locks up. There is a lone “[crown] / 30” proof on the toe of the butt. This is a fine example that could tolerate the occasional range trip. (1500/2000)
1323. LUDWIG LOEWE NO. 3 THIRD MODEL REVOLVER
serial #586, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a couple small oxidation speckles and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces show an old cleaning now toning to a deep gray patina with scattered areas of partially smoothed-over light pitting and thin striations. There are some streaks of original bright blue scattered about the protected areas, particularly strong in the cylinder flutes and even the bore itself. Strangely the chambers appear to have been bored straight through, though 44 S&W Russian still chambers normally.
Ludwig Loewe maker markings in German, this variant of address seen on Argentine con tract revolvers though this example does not appear to be any other acceptance or inspector marks. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing a little older added varnish and a few minor handling marks, they are un-numbered and fit the frame perfectly. The remaining serialized parts are matching, the lanyard ring is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. An interesting variant for the dedicated collector. (13B10826-140) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)
1324. RARE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1903
excellent bore. This Second Model 32 Hand Ejector is probably one of the few produced in target configuration. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original blue, there is light scattered high edge wear, slight thinning on the knuckle and frontstrap, and scattered light handling marks. The smooth service trigger and service hammer retain bold swirls of case-hardened colors. The un-numbered diamond checkered factory hard rubber grips feature the S&W monogram and remain in superb condition. This gun features a pinned blade front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and it appears to function well mechanically. The barrel, cylinder, and other appropriate parts are all correctly numbered to the gun. A fantastic find for the advanced collector. (8B10826-223) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (2000/3000)
1325. 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
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 light handling wear and fitting snugly. Timing and locku appear sound and the gun exhibits no discernible play when at rest. A fine Third Issue which still offers generous glimpses of glory. (26B10826-576) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)
1326. 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 beau tiful condition and retains about 98% 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]
1327. SMITH & WESSON SECOND
REVOLVER
serial #6779, 22 RF, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-96% original nickel finish showing a few small areas of fine flaking to gray-brown patina scattered about, a few thin scratches and other light handling marks. All markings remain crisp and the hammer and trigger retain nice vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The ejector rod head shows some generous smoky colors as well and the cylinder release retains strong dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening.
The revolver wears a set of smooth factory mother-of-pearl grips with gold S&W medal lions remaining in excellent condition exhibiting some slight yellowing along the edges and showing one tiny sliver missing at the top right corner of the right panel. They are un-numbered as is typical and their fit is very fine. The serialized parts are matching and, strangely, the original trigger return spring/rebound lever has been lost to the years and replaced with a rather rudimentary ad-hoc spring ar rangement that otherwise seems to be a functional replacement as the action remains functional with timing just a hair off in single action and otherwise good lock-up. A nice example of these popular little Smith & Wesson revolvers. (13B10826-549) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection]
1328. 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 abut 90% 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 mark ing 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]
1329. 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 antique ivory grips rate very good overall, showing excellent fit, with the right panel showing ha wear throughout with some dark checking at the heel and the left panel remaining excellent showing a minute check near the escu cheon 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] (1000/1500)
1330. BEAUTIFUL NEW YORK ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER
ground. The engraving is in full coverage on frame, between each cylinder flute, sides and top of barrel with wave intertwined line border on the backstrap. The ex terior surfaces of the revolver retain 97% bright original nickel plated finish with the engraving remaining very clean and crisp. The face of the cylinder and breech of barrel along with the underside of the topstrap show some pitting from being fired, the exterior, visible surfaces show none of this, the barrel-to-frame fit show some vertical and horizontal play. The revolver wears a pair of period ivory grips which fit perfectly and rate excellent. A very handsome little engraved Smith & Wesson revolver. (1B10826-699) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1500/2500)
1331. ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #76922, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with an about good bore showing some pinprick pitting and light oxidation with strong rifling. This revolver features some rather interesting period engraving with the sides of the frame and cylinder flutes embellished with traditional flowing foliate scrollwork and the remaining surfaces with extensively zigzags and punch-dot foliate motifs reminiscent of the Hopkins & Allen style. The
sides of the frame also bear neatly engraved monograms with “HSC” on the left and “APC” on the right. The metal surfaces retain about 95% period nickel finish showing some light handling marks and scattered small flakes toning to gray-brown patina, most of them along the high edges and the cylinder. The triggerguard and latch retain strong original bright blue flaking to mild graybrown patina and the hammer and trigger show nice case-hardened colors and some light oxidation speckling. All of the embellishments and the factory barrel address and patent dates are intact and strong. The revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips rating very fine left and very good right, the right panel with some light chips along the top edges. The action will require some mechanical attention in single action as the hammer notches are worn though it seems to function normally in double action. The included black paper-covered box remains in fine condition showing some fading and scuffing along the exterior, the end label with some flaked areas but correct for the gun. The base shows numerous faded numbers, many of which were crossed out, and the interior lid label is intact. An interesting example. (13B10826-379) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)
1332. 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
shows a handsome mix of silver tarnish and gold. It has been adorned with lovely Nimschke-style 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 motherof-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) (1500/2500)
1333. 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 stron gest 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 wea with only one minute check and fleck of darkening visible on the left panel. The gun exhibits no discernible play when at rest to be in fine condition. (26B10826-405) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection]
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 ex cellent 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 dering up tightly. A lovely and high-condition example. (26B10826-170) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (1200/1800)
1335. 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 90% original nickel finish, with areas of loss toning to a nice pewter gunmetal patina and blending nicely, there is light thinning along the cylinder, scattered light handling marks and the odd fleck of bubbling or faint oxidation staining. The hammer,
balance toning to a bright silvery patina, the screw hinge threads show some damage along the side. 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 wear concentrated on the right panel. All engraving and the barrel markings 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. (26B10826-304) (1500/2000)
1337.
1336. 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] (1000/1500)
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 con dition 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 mono grams and rate excellent. This lovely gun is sighted with a replacement Lyman white bead front sight and a factory ad justable rear sight. The barrel, latch, and extractor are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and the remains crisp. An example of the Second Model. (8B10826-288) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection]
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 97-98% 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(1500/2000)
1339. SCARCE CASED F.D. BLISS SINGLE ACTION POCKET REVOLVER
serial #468, 25 RF, 3” octagon barrel with a good bore showing some areas of light to moderate old oxidation, light pitting and strong rifling. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a deep gray-brown patina showing some areas of light pitting and oxidation, more noticeable along the cylinder and topstrap. The barrel address remains strong and entirely legible and the black checkered hard rubber grips are very fine showing a few light abrasions and scuffs along the bottom edges. The cylinder and its back plate are numbered “644” and the action functions sporadically and will require mechanical attention. The revolver includes a mahogany case of antique construction in very fine condition, the left edge of the base showing some thin chips. The interior is lined in maroon velvet and features a cartridge block. A very nice ensemble and a seldom-seen low production revolver from the Civil War era. (13A10826-10) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (1000/1500)
1340. 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
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. (1800/2200)
minor light handling mark or two, the checkered steel buttplate is a pleasing mocha patina. This is a fine example of these desirable full length smoothbores. (10A11523-3) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
showing a little mild frosting and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1907-made rifle retain about 85% original blue appearing stronger under ambient light, thinning and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light with a few areas of spotty loss and minor oxidation speckling. The action retains about 60-65% original bright blue with the balance toned similar to the barrel and showing a few light handling marks. The hammer, lever and crescent buttplate are a smoky gray case-hardened patina with some wisps of vibrant colors lurking about the pro tected areas while the loading gate retains fine brilliant fire blue along its edges and all markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining strong original finish and excellent fit with just some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with Winchester’s express sight and a Lyman ivory bead front. A handsome honest rifle. (13B11656-51) {C&R} (1000/1500)
some scattered light handling marks and most of the loss due to some areas of lightly cleaned oxidation along the underside back from the muzzle. The barrel is neatly inscribed “K.R. Bresien” and the tang shows some nice tasteful foliate engraving throughout. A set of Fecker rings are present which hold an apparently unmarked vintage-style telescopic sight that shows moderate thinning blue and light handling marks with crosshair reticle and very good somewhat discolored but serviceable optics, appearing to be about 10 power or so. The blackened curly maple stock rates very good plus showing some scattered light dings and a shallow chip at the heel. The stock exhibits lovely grain figure throughout and is carved with a large folky eagle clutching a shield and cross on the left side. The buttplate is checkered steel, there is an additional target base for a front sight and the original false muzzle is included. The rifle features primer ignition and the action will require a little mechanical attention as the hammer will push off and the barrel-to-frame securing pin is missing but these will likely be simple fixes for a competent gunsmith. The rifle also includes the bottom half of a custom hardwood case fitted for the arm and a selection of lead bullets. An interesting heavy slug gun from the well-regarded Ken Bresien. Weight is just shy of 24 lbs. and extra shipping will apply. (13A11821-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
pitting. The barrel appears to be a replacement as there are evident vise marks around the breech and the touch hole is not quite lined up properly with the lock but it otherwise appears to be an original British military barrel and was updated during the period of use to accept the socket bayonet. The lockplate is mostly a medium gray-brown patina with strong “TOWER” mark at rear, visible “(Crown) / GR” Royal Cypher in center and strong broad arrow proof mark, the top jaw screw is a later replacement but the other parts appear original. The upper tang screw head is broken and both the rear sight and front sight are missing. The brass hardware is a mild ocher patina showing scattered light dings and handling marks. The walnut stock rates very good plus showing small chips by the nose and some thin slivers and splinters along the edges of the forend otherwise with a rather nice honest appearance overall. The left-side cheekpiece retains very fine edges and there are softened but visible inspector stamps along the left flat and a Board of Ordnance stamp ahead of the patch box. The forward sling swivel is missing and an original ramrod is present showing “A / 56” marking. The lock is crisp though the release of the hammer is a bit sticky. A very respectable example of these early British martial rifles. (13A11896-238) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
QUALITY REPRODUCTION FERGUSON BREECHLOADING
throughout. The
metal surfaces remain mostly bright with some areas toning to a medium pewter patina and showing a little sparse oxidation speckling and a few smaller areas of more noticeable staining. The breech shows nice facsimile proof marks with “EC / & / RK”, crossed scepters, broad arrow and “(Crown) / PF”. The lock shows Tower markings and Royal Cypher while the bow of the guard, upper tang and buttplate are engraved with the gun’s number “7”. The brass fittings remain mostly bright showing a little sparse minor tarnishing. The smooth walnut stock is nicely made and rates very good plus showing some scattered light dings and a few mild abrasions with rather nice grain figure throughout and a crisp “(Crown) / GR” stamp on the right side of the buttstock. The breech plug is brass, a brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the lock is functional. As original examples of these historically significant and important breechloading arms are almost impossible to find, quality reproductions remain very popular with antique arms collectors. (13A11896-5) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
1346. SMITH & WESSON K-22 OUTDOORSMAN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #656783, 22 LR, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver retains about 96% original bright blue showing light edge wear, scattered tiny flakes and a little oxidation staining mostly along the gripstraps and guard. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hard ened colors with some drifting to smoky gray along the right side of the trigger. The diamond checkered walnut factory grips feature gold S&W medallions and rate near excellent condition showing light handling marks and somewhat worn finish. The middle numbers 6 & 7 were transposed when they were stamped (657683) but this appears to be a factory error as they fit nicely. The revolver features a Call silver bead front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A fine Out doorsman for your collection. (8A11534-139) {C&R}
1347. COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER
serial #312525, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this 1910-made revolver appears to be a later replacement that otherwise bears
toning to a smooth gray. The ejector rod housing is mostly gray showing a few lightly cleaned pinprick pits and the cylinder retains about 80% original blue showing scattered high edge wear. The frame and gripstraps show an old light cleaning with remnants of sparse pinprick pits and have mostly toned to an even medium gray patina. The revolver wears a set of nicely made replacement checkered walnut fleur-de-lis grips fitted with original silver Rampant Colt medallions that rate excellent. The action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. (13B11523-91) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (1800/2200)
FINE EAGLEHEAD MOUNTED INFANTRY OFFICER’S SABER
31” curved blade with broad fullers. This attractive saber remains in fine condition and is etched with wide foliate motifs and gold gilded foliate flourishes, the obverse with liberty caps and the reverse with stands of arms and a nice somewhat folky etched Federal Eagle with “E. Pluribus Unum” in foliate riband. The blade retains perhaps 70% nice brilliant fire blue terminating in foliate tendrils and mixing with some areas of old oxidation staining. The remaining surfaces of the blade shows generous flashes of their original bright polish with some areas of old light pitting approaching the ricasso and tip. The main edge shows some old nicks and dings to be expected but they are relatively minor. The brass mounts are a pleasant ocher patina showing some scattered old dings and a few areas of verdigris along with a healthy amount of original tarnished silver finish. The characteristic eaglehead pommel remains well defined and handsome while the original reeded ivory grip is in lovely condition displaying a rich patina and nice fit throughout. A correct style original leather scabbard with brass mounts is included though it appears to be for a slightly shorter blade (perhaps 29” or 30”), or some material was lost at the tip long ago. The scabbard is otherwise in fine condition with some overall light flaking and hardening of the leather and the stitched seam mostly intact. The mounts are loose and perhaps show an old light cleaning now toned to a pale goldenrod patina. This is a very handsome antique saber that would make a fine addition to any early American martial sword collection. (13C11968-3) (1000/1500)
1349. REMINGTON MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER
serial #227, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright near excellent bores showing light pitting near the breech. The metal surfaces retain 98% original nickel finish with scattered light handling marks and minor high edge wear. The small parts retain strong amounts of fire blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining most noticeable on the hammer flats. Barrel to frame fit locks tight and there is a crisp single line “Remington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y.” marking along the rib and it is matching numbered to the frame. The mother-of-pearl grips rate excellent and are nicely fit to the frame. A fine example of these Type II deringers with lots of condition. (10B11199-132) {C&R} (1000/1500)
ZOLI RIZZINI SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DOUBLE
serial #3585, 20 ga, 26” matted rib barrels choked skeet with bright excellent bores. The barrels, triggerguard, and lever on
staining and contact point and high hedge wear. The action is a mix of vibrant case-hardened colors with areas along the contact points toning to a smoky gray case-hardened patina and are lightly engraved with tight scroll and geometric patterns. The barrel markings remain crisp with “Abercrombie & Fitch / Made in Italy” along the left tube. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and beavertail forend rate about good with scattered handling marks, flaking varnish and have a rather large chip broken at the toe. This is an older break however most of the original pieces are present. There is a nicely inlaid brass monogram plate with the initials “A.M.T.” along the toe line and length of pull is 14 1/8” with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 5/8”. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, automatic safety, and is sighted with a single brass bead. Included is a handsome “A&F Co.” adn “C.L.Woody Jr.” marked tooled leather leg-o-mutton case that is complete with a few popped stitches and scattered light scuffs but remains in very good plus condition. This is an early Zoli Brother’s manufactured smallbore with retailer’s case. (10A11951-9) {C&R} (1000/2000)
to a silvery case-hardened patina and the frame is embellished with GH-grade open foliate scroll engraving with game birds along both sides and bottom. The rib address remains crisp and the barrels and forend are matching numbered to the frame. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend rate very good plus with perhaps a light coat of added oil, scattered light handling marks, rich grain figure and has an unengraved small silver shield monogram plate nicely inlaid along the toe line. The hard rubber Parker Bros gripcap and dog’s head buttplate rate excellent and length of pull is 14 1/4” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 3/4”. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest near dead center and features an automatic safety, dual triggers and replacement Bradley front bead sight. The included factory letter confirms its configurati completion date of June 16, 1930. A fine example of these quality built American doubles. (10B11935-8) {C&R}
WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1894 TAKEDOWN LEVER
serial #70594, 30 W.C.F., 26” round barrel with a half magazine and some scattered light pits near the chamber in an otherwise bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1899-vintage rifle retain about 80% original blue with light wear on high edges and contact points and light to perhaps more moderate oxidation scattered throughout. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock with hard rubber WRA gripcap is in very good condition with a lightly repaired chip at the left tip of the wrist, a short crack at the right tip, a few light dings and handling marks, and some scattered flaking of the older added finish. The forend is also in very good condition with light handling marks and light finish flaking. The tang is marked with a special order assembly number “844” and a canceled “8885”, the stock tang inlet showing the “844” number while the end of the butt is crisply stamped “94 / T / 8885”. The metal markings remain crisp, the tang showing a clear “MODEL 1894 / -WINCHESTER- / PAT. AUG.21.1894”, while the newer barrel bears the “MODEL 94” marking with the underside 41-dated; both barrel and receiver show clear “WP” proofs. The rifle is sighted with a Sheard beaded blade front sight and an adjustable sporting-style rear sight, and the takedown functions correctly. A desirable takedown Model 94 that went back to Winchester in the 40’s. (14A11656-37) {C&R} (1500/2000)
handling marks. The stained birch stock and walnut handguard are in very good plus condition with a few moderate impact marks and dings on the end of the forend and handguard, otherwise with a few scattered light handling marks, and is marked with a crisp partially boxed “P” behind the triggerguard, and the bottom of the pistolgrip is paint numbered “139”. The receiver markings remain clear, the barrel markings softened but still legible in good light, the marked parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers, and the right receiver leg is electro-pencil marked “RRAD / 7-65” for arsenal refurbishment. The rifle features the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. (14A11864-19) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1354. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #28436, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces have toned to brown with strong original blue in the protected areas for perhaps 35-40% retained finish, there are scattered areas of fine pitting, and handling marks. The trigger and triggerguard have toned to gray with oxidation stains while the hammer retains bold casehardened colors on the sides with the spur toned to gray. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, crisp patent date, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the lanyard loop is missing, and barrel to frame fit is tight. The cylinder does not advance when the hammer is cocked and wil mechanical attention although lockup appears good. (8A11871-19) {ANTIQUE}
DESIRABLE SAVAGE MODEL 99T FEATHERWEIGHT
Savage, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore and strong rifling. The barrel of this ght and light silvery high edge wear at the muzzle. The action retains about 90% original blue with light high edge wear throughout and han-
dling wear along the belly with one very mild 1/4” scratch to the left of the serial number and a handful of light impact marks to the right. The lever shows vibrant case-hardened color especially when open while the bolt shows some mild oxidation staining. The walnut stocks are equipped with sling swivels and rate about excellent with very minor dings, light handling wear, and one little chip on the right side of the forend near the receiver ring while the steel shotgun buttplate shows mild patina at the heel and toe; all of which are ser matching and the fit excellent. The rifle is sighted with a Marbles semi-buckhorn rear sight with the notch squared and widened front raised ramp has a dovetailed blade with a red bead while the rear tang has plug screws installed. An excellent example of a desirable 99. (24C11759-24) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1356. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #100219, 44 cal., 8” round barrel with a fair to good bore showing some moderate pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1863-manufactured revolver have toned to a medium gray patina showing spots of darker gray-brown, dings around the wedge, and some scattered small areas of pinprick pitting. The New York barrel address and “COLTS PATENT” on the frame have softened slightly but are entirely legible and the various sub-inspector marks remain clear. Most of the screw heads show moderate slot wear and cylinder scene is quite soft but still retains strong areas. The frame and iron backstrap have shoulder stock cutouts and the brass triggerguard strap is a pleasant pale goldenrod patina. The smooth one-piece walnut grip is ink-numbered to the gun and remains in good to very good condition showing worn finish, moderate dings, and handling marks although it still has faint cartouches on either side. The tip of the wedge spring has broken off and the barrel-to-frame fit shows some play, all the serialized parts including the wedge are matching, and the action is a little loose but functional. It includes a custom hardwood presentation case with six red felt lined compartments. Also included are a single unmarked powder flask with dog and bird scene, (17) .454 swaged lead round balls, and a Dixie Gun Works packet of six paper cartridges. The case rates excellent on the interior, the exterior rates very good with light handling marks on the cover. A factory letter is provided indicating this gun shipped as described to the United States Government, New York Arsenal, Governor’s Island, New York, on March 5, 1863 in a 1,000 gun shipment. An honest 1860 Army that appears to have seen extensive service. (8A11897-67) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
1357. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT
serial #312390, 45 ACP, 5” replacement Springfield Armory barrel with a good bore showing scattered pinprick pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling througout. This 1918-manufactured pistol retains about 95% arsenal grade restored Parkerizing, showing light edge wear, a few mild oxidation stains, and the flat mainspring housing toning to brown. The replacement fully checkered synthetic Keyes Fibre grips feature reinforcing rings around the screw holes, reinforcing ribs on the back, and remain in excellent condition. The slide stop is a contemporary replacement while the thumb safety is a WWII era replacement, the rest of the parts appear correct for the period of manufacture. The factory markings and “[eagle] / S11” acceptance mark remain strong with some softening. It includes a single factory two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate. It also incudes a U.S. Model 1917 holster by Graton & Knight dated 1917 that rates good to very good with strong stitching and handling marks, a canvas double magazine pouch dated June 1918 by P.B. & Co. and a canvas military pistol belt, both rate excellent. A nice Great War gun and accoutrements. (8B11903-14) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #7851d, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a nice example 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. (26B11953-6) {C&R} [Ex-Warren Buxton Collection] (1000/1500)
and beavertail forend rate excellent, with the forend showing a darkened 1/8” factory-filled defect at the tip, and a few scattered light handling marks with lovely grain figuring throughout. The red recoil pad remains excellent and it retains the factory swivel studs and barrel-mounted target block. Included is a blued pair of Ruger rings and the original two-piece factory box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun. A lovely 1-B in a capable chambering. (26A11953-13) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
ing-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. (10A11887-1) {C&R} (1500/2000)
1361. SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 TARGET REVOLVER
serial #34, 38-44 S&W, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and frosting with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% reapplied high polish blue showing a few scattered light handling marks and some remnants of pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The hammer and triggerguard retain some smoky remnants of case-hardening with a couple of sparse pinprick pits. The revolver is equipped with 1 7/16” cylinder and the two-line barrel address and patent dates remain strong. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in about very good plus condition showing some scattered edge wear, mild scuffs along the left monogram and toning to brown. The right panel appears to be scratch-numbered matching the frame and the remaining serialized parts are matching. The revolver is equipped with the expected factory target sights, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. A respectable example of these desirable target model revolvers. (13A11948-2) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
serial #BRIMBERGO1, 50 BMG, 15 3/4” overall length in as-new condition. This lightweight titanium suppressor retains all its original matte black finish. The Behemoth mounts using a brake based off Liberty Suppressors LS1, complete with taper lock. Includes a fitted IM2306 Pelican Storm Case, owner’s manual and 20-year challenge coin. (31A119301) {CLASS III} [Fully Transferable on BATFE Form 3 or 4] (1500/2000)
1364. D.H. HILLIARD UNDERHAMMER PERCUSSION BUGGY PISTOL
serial #1652, 34 cal., 9 1/2” part-round part-octagon heavy barrel with a lightly oxi dized bore showing strong rifling throughout. David H. Hilliard of Cornish, NH was an active gunsmith from 1860 to about 1880 and he favored the underhammer design, his work being respected among collectors. The barrel and top tang have taken on a lovely antique brown patina with scattered spots of oxidation and pitting. The detachable blacksmith forged wire stock and the iron furniture have the same lovely brown patina. The smooth curly maple one-piece pistolgrip stock shows little handling wear although there is a small crack on the rear of the hand extension below the rear sight. This gun features a dovetailed globe front sight with a fine pin and a target style non-adjustable receiver sight. The wire stocks mounts to a steel plate on the butt of the pistolgrip and is held in place with a thumbscrew. The barrel is marked “D.H. HILLIARD / CORNISH / NH” and the hammer is serial numbered to the gun. A fine Granite State produced Buggy pistol. (8A11588-23) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
1365. BELGIAN LORON & CO. VOLCANIC “ROCKET BALL” SINGLE SHOT PISTOL
serial #111, 6mm Rocket Ball, 8” octagon barrel with a near excellent bore showing very light scattered oxidation. The frame has tight scroll engraving with wedges extending onto the upper tang, triggerguard, and buttcap. The barrel has toned to an even brown patina with whisps of original blue here and there. The frame, standing breech, triggerguard, and buttcap have beautiful case-hardened colors. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grip is fluted with carved scallop designs by the upper wrists, which remain in excellent condition with a few minor handling marks. The pistol features a dovetailed front s sight, rotating breech block, long spur on the triggerguard, and several round connected disk on the butt reducing in size as t away from the cap. The pistol includes three 6mm Rocket Ball swaged lead conical projectiles with propellant in their hollow ba of the more interesting collectibles, beautifully constructed, and in wonderful condition. (8A11588-22) {ANTIQUE}
1366.
REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER
converted to fire cartridges and remains in fine condition. The barrel retains about 90% original bright blue while loading lever shows about 95%. There is about 85% finish on the unfluted cylinder while the frame has toned to a predominately dark gray patina showing generous remnants of original blue in the protected areas. It exhibits light edge wear with scattered handling marks and spots of pitting. The brass triggerguard is assembly numbered to the gun and rates good plus with handling marks. The smooth walnut factory grips are pencil numbered to the gun, rating very good showing light wear and handling marks. The barrel is serial numbered to the gun, it appears to function mechanically, and the barrel address is thin probably from a worn die. There is a single sub-inspector mark on the frame but no others observed and no cartouche on the grips. A solid example of a converted New Model. (8B11588-20) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
1367. ENGRAVED MARLIN XXX STANDARD MODEL 1872 POCKET REVOLVER
serial #3625, 30 R.F., 3” round ribbed barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore showing strong rifling. This beautiful little Marlin has scroll relief engraving with punch dot shad ing on the frame and cylinder with several banners on the sides of the barrel flanked by sun bursts or wedges of scroll. The revolver retains about 90% original nickel plate showing light flaking at the muzzle and scattered staining from oxidation. The hammer and trigger have both toned to gray with faded wisps of case-hardened colors. The factory mother-of-pearl grips are numbered to the gun and rate excellent. The barrel and short fluted cylinder are correctly numbered to the gun, barrel to frame fit is tight, and the action remains crisp. A truly fine Model 1872 Pocket. (8B11588-3) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
1368. SHARPS MODEL 4C PEPPERBOX PISTOL
serial #11688, 32 Short R.F., 3” four barrel cluster that show very good plus bores with a few small oxidation blemishes in each bore retaining strong rifling in each. This fine Sharps retains about 50% original deep blue, most of the loss to wear with a few handling marks. The frame retains about 90% original silver plate which has tarnished to a rich antique patina, most of the loss is to flaking finish on the backstrap in addition to scattered light bubbling and minor high edge wear. The hammer and spur trigger have toned to mostly gray. The smooth rosewood factory grips remain in very good plus condition as lightly re varnished showing old flaking finish, handling marks and a thin 1” crack in the right grip. The barrel cluster is correctly numbered to the gun, the barrel to frame fit is tight although there is slight fore and aft play in the lockup. The markings on the frame remain crisp, the hammer nose correctly rotates and with crisp action. With about 4000 Model 4Cs manufactured they are a desirable collectible for the Sharps enthusiast. (8A11588-4) {ANTIQUE}
1369. C.L. WAGNER SINGLE SHOT VEST POCKET PISTOL
serial #21, 22 R.F., 3 3/16” smooth bore barrel with an excellent bore showing minor oxidation staining. This fine little pistol is a clone of the famous Remington No.1 Vest Pocket. The barrel has toned to a brown and pewter patina, the frame shows brown under strong light and the grip frame retains its rich bright blue. The smooth walnut factory grips rate excellent and are num bered to the gun. The trigger and hammer retain generous portions of Nitre blue with operational wear. The top of the barrel is marked with Swiss importers name “C.L. WAGNER A BERNE”. T (8A11588-17) {ANTIQUE}
1370. SHARPS NO. 2B PEPPERBOX
serial #3383, 30 R.F., 3” four-barrel cluster showing scattered light oxidation and pitting with strong rifling present. This Pepperbox retains about 70% of the original blue on the barrels most of the loss to surface wear while the brass frame retains about 80% original silver plate that has tarnished to beautiful black antique patina, the standing breech and straps showing the most loss. The spur trigger and hammer have toned to dark gray. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grips rate excellent with minor handling marks. The barrel to frame fit is good with minor play, the barrel cluster is numbered to the gun, the hammer nose functions, and with crisp action. An excellent No. 2B. (8A11588-8) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
1371. CONTINENTAL ARMS “LADY’S COMPANION” PEPPERBOX
serial #193, 22 RF, 2 1/2” five barrel cluster with lightly oxidized bores with strong rifling evident. The Lady’s Companion was made by Bacon Manufacturing but marketed under this brand name to not compete with their Pepperboxes. The barrel cluster is brown with strong bright blue in the flutes showing a light mottled mix of color on the chamber end of the barrels. The frame retains strong original silver plate on the protected edges extending onto the sides, the remaining surfaces a fine antique brown. The smooth rosewood grips are numbered to the gun and remain in excellent condition. The INENTAL ARMS CO. NOR WICH CT.” with patent dates below it. The little gun functions mechanically with proper timing and lock up. It is estimated only 800 were produced and a boon to the antique arms collector. (8A11588-14) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
1372. FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON-SMOOT NEW MODEL NO. 2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #609, 32 R.F., 2 3/4” octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized and pitted bore. This lovely No.2 has loose scroll engraving with punch dot shading on the frame, back strap, and lighter wedges on the barrel for about 75% coverage. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original nickel plate the loss attributed to scattered oxidation and fine pitting. The hammer has full nickel plate while the trigger has partial with an oxidation blemish. The grips are smooth mother-of-pearl that rate excellent. The barrel address and patent dates are crisp, the ejector spring has shortened, and the gun functions mechanically. A lovely factory engraved Smoot New Model No. 2. (8B11588-12) {ANTIQUE}
1373. 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 bub bling. 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 punchdot 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 de sirable earlier marking. (13B11777-31) {ANTIQUE}
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 gray-brown patina and light handling marks. The frame retains per haps 40% original nickel finish in the protected areas with the balance ton ing 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} (1200/1800)
ATTRACTIVE L.C. SMITH A-1 SIDELOCK DOUBLE EJECTORGUN
splashes of dull case-color, specks of fine oxidation staining and high edge wear. The metal surfaces are adorned with fine factory foliate scroll, geometric and game scene engraving. The locks feature bird dogs on point with foliate scroll around the borders, lever and shields, the belly of the action has a mix of geometric patterns with a grouse on the trig-
cellent, showing attractive grain figure throughout with a few light handling marks under an added thin layer of oil. Length of pull from the decorative pattern hard rubber buttplate is 14” with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 7/8”. The shotgun locks up tight and on face and features a single ivory bead front sight, dual triggers, automatic safety, and cocking indicators. The action seems to function well mechanically with strong ejection. A handsome three-digit Hunter Arms manufactured gun that when production stopped in 1898, so did the Syracuse style influence. (10C11862-60) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
WINCHESTER MODEL 70 XTR SPORTER MAGNUM
serial #50ANV076, 300 Win Mag, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This as-new-in-box 50th anniversary rifle has metal surfaces retaining 98-99% original blue with perhaps a tiny handling or rack mark. The barrel is marked “The Rifleman’s Rifle 1937-1987” along the right side below the rear sight and the gun shows loose scroll engraving on the barrel near the breech, action, floorplate, and triggergaurd. The jeweled bolt remains bright and the handle retains nearly all of its blue finish. The checkered deluxe walnut pistolgrip stock and forend rate excellent with perhaps a tiny handling or rack mark. Included is its original factory box with manual and related papers. This is a fine example of these limited production anniversary rifles. (10B11953-5) {MODERN} (1500/2000)
U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
points and some spots of light oxidation staining. The walnut stock and handguard are in excellent condition as lightly cleaned, the stock marked only with a boxed “P” behind the triggerguard. The action is neatly glass-bedded in the stock. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp and the small parts of mixed manufacture including HRA and Springfield Armory. The rifle features a winter trigger, a small device allowing the trigger to be pulled without the finger entering the triggerguard, a “NM / 062” marked front sight, rear sight with NM-marked aperture with hood and T105 drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A fine accurized M1 rifle. (14A11903-22) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1378. VERY FINE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX
serial #49153, 32 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 96-97% original nickel finish showing a few errant small flakes scattered about and a couple of small dings on the right-side barrel about 1” back from the muzzle. The hammer shows lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the trigger shows fine straw color and the latch retains all of its dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition retaining perfect fit and the right panel is properly pencil-numbered to the gun. The remaining parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included original maroon fabriccovered box is very fine though missing the end label, showing some very light flaking and scuffing along the edges. The base is pencil-numbered matching the revolver, the internal instruction label is intact with some staining and the internal spacers are also intact. A nice little 1 1/2. (13A11730131) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1379. SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS BICYCLE REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #219094, 32 S&W, 2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original nickel finish showing some scattered light dings and thin scratches, the latch and triggerguard with a similar amount of original bright blue and the trigger with fine vibrant case-hard ened colors. The revolver wears a set of smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate very fine exhibiting some slight yellowing and a few small imper fections in the left panel. Strangely the barrel is mismatched numbered “240446” but the latch and cylinder are matching the frame and the barrel is otherwise a correct factory 2” barrel with proper markings on the sides. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function normally with lock-up exhibiting a little minor play. The included original purple box is un-numbered and remains in very fine condition showing some mild edge wear and the end label is completely intact showing the number “2” pen ciled over the printed “3 INCH” which we have seen on numerous ex amples. The instructions on the inside of the lid properly call out “2 Inch”.
1380. FINE UNMARKED EUROPEAN “LE NOVO” STYLE FOLDING REVOLVER
25 ACP, 1 1/8” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing subtle rifling. These interesting little revolvers were patented by Belgian designer D.D. Oury around 1909 and made by a number of local Liege firms such as Galand. This example however appears to be unmarked beyond a small “4” assembly number and does not even bear the expected Belgian proof marks. It is otherwise a fine little revolver, the barrel and cylinder retaining about 80% origi nal bright blue with some scattered light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light and some minor oxidation staining. The barrel release lever, trigger and screw heads all retain most of their lovely brilliant fire blue and the frame retains about 95% vibrant case-hardened colors showing a few sparse oxidation speckles. The folding grip with attractive foliate relief retains about 92% orig inal nickel finish showing some light flaking and edge wear to the underlying brass. The action seems to function normally and gun only measures about 3 5/8” long when the grip is folded in. A lovely little gun. (13B11892-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)
(13A11730-440) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #2151897, 30-06, 24” 8-66 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a good bore showing light oxidation but with clear rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this late 1943-made rifle retain about 98% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with some light high edge and contact point wear, and a few minor handling marks; there are a few easily missed spots of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The pistolgrip walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition as lightly cleaned with a tight crack in the rear of the handguard, two pin-repaired cracks in the forward handguard, a few older light dings, and an added varnish throughout; no markings are evident. The receiver markings are intact and clear, the barrel markings softened, and the primary marked parts are SA-made with drawing number consistent with the end of WWII. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums and features a milled triggerguard and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid refurbished M1 for the budding martial collector. (14A11733-2) {C&R} (800/1200)
U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
serial #5100938, 30-06, 24” 12-54 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel shows a pair of welds at the 5 and 7 o’clock position where it meets the receiver, and the gas cylinder screw is also welded to the gas cylinder with the weld neatly dressed. No other parts show apparent welds, the rifle likely modified for use with blanks during ceremony; semi-automatic function cannot be guaranteed. The metal surfaces retain about 95% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with some light wear on high edges and contact points, a few light handling marks, and a couple small spots of previous light pitting beneath the finish. The pistolgrip walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition as arsenal refurbished with scattered dings, divots, and handling marks consistent with a military rifle, and the left side butt shows an area of light wear to the finish. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and the primary parts are from a variety of contractors. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums and a milled triggerguard. A solid blank-firing rifle likely capable of being restored. (14A11733-3) {C&R} (800/1200)
EARLY U.S. M1 CARBINE BY INLAND DIVISION
serial #411656, 30 Carbine, 18” 5-43 dated Inland Division barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few light pits nearer the muzzle. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with some light wear on high edge and contact points, and a few minor handling marks. The high-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 2-rivet forend are in very good plus to near excellent condition with some scattered light dings and handling marks, a few scattered spots of residue, and hints of fine striations from a likely arsenal cleaning. The stock is clearly marked with a boxed “SG” and Ordnance Wheel on the left side, the sling cut stamped “RSG / 78D”, and the interior of the handguard shows an “IO” stamp. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and the marked parts are from a variety of contactors including Underwood, Saginaw, Winchester, and IBM. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is an unmarked 15-round magazine in very good condition, showing spots of light oxidation and handling marks. A solid arsenal refurbished first serial number block carbine. (14A11835-1) {C&R} (800/1200)
U.S. MODEL 1899 KRAG BOLT ACTION CARBINE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #286825, 30-40 Krag, 22” barrel with a very good bore showing a few scattered light to perhaps more moderate pits but strong rifling throughout. The receiver and barrel have toned to a gray patina with undertones of brown and fine speckled oxidation staining scattered along the barrel, the loading gate and sideplate retaining strong smoky gray oil quenched case-hardened patina with some flaking on the gate, the barrel band and magazine cutoff retaining very good blue with areas of light wear toning lightly to brown, the triggerguard retaining about 50% blue with the balance toned to gray-brown, and the extractor exhibits vibrant fire blue with areas of light wear. The bolt body remains largely bright with only scattered areas of gray freckling. The walnut Model 1899 carbine stock and handguard are in near excellent condition showing an older light cleaning and some scattered light dings and handling marks, a faint ghost of a circled “P” detectable behind the triggerguard with the stock otherwise being unmarked. The receiver markings are intact and clear and the Model 1901 rear sight is properly “C” marked; the blade front sight is intact. Included is a three-piece cleaning rod, stored within the butt. (14A11871-10) {C&R} (800/1200)
marks. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good condition with scattered light dings and handling marks and a small chip on the right side against the receiver. The stock shows a partial 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp, a circled “P” with a partial additional circled “P” struck beneath it, and the rear handguard is marked “100” in white. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, and the marked parts show appropriate Springfield Armory drawing numbers. 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 dated November 2001. (14A11700-83) {C&R} (800/1200)
neath the finish. The contemporary walnut stock and handguards are in very good condition with some scattered light handling marks, and a light CMP cartouche is on the left side. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, the trigger housing is HRA-marked, and the remaining parts are of Springfield Armory make. 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 hardcase, manual, inspection tag, and a series of enbloc clips. A nicely refurbished late-1941 vintage M1 for the budding collector. (14A11708-7) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #2365897, 30 Carbine, 18” 1-43 dated Underwood barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 75-80% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on the high edges and contact points, scattered light oxidation, and areas toned to brown. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in about very good condition with an about 1” hairline crack behind the recoil shield, light dings and handling marks, and light flaking of the added finish. The stock is marked with a clear “W” in the sling cut and a light Ordnance Wheel is visible on the right side of the butt, an “R” is incise carved on left butt, a faded “AAV” rework mark is on the wrist, and the handguard appears entirely unmarked. The receiver markings remain clear, the barrel markings somewhat lightened, the bolt is Underwood-made, and the remaining marked parts are from Inland, Winchester, and Saginaw and match known shared parts. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is one U-marked 15-round magazine. Underwood produced just shy of 9% of all M1 carbines. (14A1170017) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #5433756, 30 Carbine, 18” 8-44 dated Inland Division barrel with a very good plus bore showing fine pitting at the muzzle. The metal surfaces retain about 85-90% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact point, perhaps more moderate around the bolt, and scattered light oxidation; the operating slide shows a lighter gray Parkerized finish compared to the remaining surfaces. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition with an about 3/4” flaking crack at the rear of the recoil shield, some impact marks or divots at the sling cut, some filler repairs on the handguard, and the expected light dings and handling marks. The stock shows an added satin-style finish with an ”AU” rework mark on the left and a “P” on the pistolgrip, and both stock and handguard show replacement contractor markings. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, and the marked parts are all of Inland-make, save for the operating slide which is SG-marked. The carbine features a stamped adjustable rear sight, round bolt, rotary safety, and a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. Included is a SW-marked 15-round magazine. (14A11700-13) {C&R} (800/1200)
U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
kerized finish with some light silvering on the high edges, some previous pinprick and light pitting beneath the finish, and the bolt has toned to a coppery plum. The walnut stock and handguards are modern replacements and are in excellent condition with a light handling mark or two, and the steel buttplate requires better fitting to the stock. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, the visible drawing numbers are both Springfield Armory and Winchester, and the trigger fit is exceptionally tight, preventing easy takedown. 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 copy of a CMP Certificate of Authenticity, serialized to the rifle and dated September 2001. (14A11844-48) {C&R} (800/1200)
1390. DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL
serial #1504k, 30 Luger, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% factory refurbished blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, light thinning on the gripstraps and receiver, and a light handling mark or two. The strawed parts retain very good color with areas toning to a silvery patina, and the sear spring and toggle pins show vibrant fire blue. The checkered hardwood grips are in very good condition with a few light dings and handling marks and some general light wear, both remaining unnumbered, and the grips screws retain good fire blue along the edges. The DWM monogram remains crisp on the toggle, the receiver, barrel, and some of the small parts show clear “(crown) / N” proofs, the front of the frame is export marked “GERMANY”, and the numbered parts are matching to the pistol; the un-grooved firing pin is unnumbered. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a bright-bodied wood-base magazine in very good condition showing fine oxidation staining, and the base is unnumbered. An attractive inter-war pistol in a fine state of condi (14A11813-8) {C&R}
surfaces of this 1938-dated rifle retain about 95% arsenal blue with some light wear on high edges and contact points and a few light handling marks. The scope base has toned to a gray-brown patina and no scope is present. The Eurasian hardwood stock is in very good condition with light dings and handling marks, an arsenal repair to the left side of the butt, and moderate flaking of the finish throughout; the stock shows a small inlet presumably for bolt clearance. The stock is marked with a clear “X” behind the triggerguard, a test shooter’s “2” on the heel, and various other small Soviet proofs. The barrel markings remain crisp, showing the correct Cyrillic “SP” sniper designation and a crisp depot refurbishment mark, and the scope base and other numbered parts have been restamped to match; the barrel is import marked. The bent bolt handle appears to be a well done contemporary modification, and the rifle retains the standard open sights. A very nice arsenal refurbished example of the Red Army’s first adopted sniper rifle. (14B11862-67) {C&R} (800/1000)
1392. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY DWM
serial #5067c, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good bore with fine pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1918-dated pistol retain about 75% arsenal refurbished blue with light wear on high edges and contact points, the gripstraps thinned and toned to gray, and areas of pinprick to light pitting with a light handling mark here and there. The small parts maintain a hint of straw color, largely toned to a silvery patina with gray freckling. The checkered walnut grips are in very good condition with a thin chip above the magazine release, scattered flattened points of checkering, and some general light wear. Both grip panels show Imperial German proofs and are numbered “96”. The 1918 date and intertwined DWM logo remain crisp, the barrel is a police depot replacement, Imperial era German proofs are clear on the side of the receiver, and all the numbered parts are matching the pistol, with the receiver and toggle appearing renumbered; the grooved firing pin is unnumbered. The area above the sear spring shows evidence of a now absent police sear safety, and the pistol retains the standard open sights. Included is a rare early commercial 9mm magazine with “Cal 9m/m” in script on the wood base, the bright body showing scattered fine pitting. A solid Luger pistol for the collector. (14A11656-125) {C&R} (8
1391. SOVIET MODEL 91/30 PE MOSIN NAGANT BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE BY TULA
serial #9250g, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1940-dated and byf-coded pistol retain about 85-90% arsenal-quality blue with light to perhaps moderate wear on high edges and contact points, areas of the frame toning to gray and plum under bright light, and some spots of pinprick pitting and minor handling marks. The small parts retain very good hot salt blue with light high edge wear, and the ejector has toned to a thinned plum. The checkered hardwood grips are in very good condition with general light wear and soft ening of the checkering and a repaired about 1 1/2” crack at the toe of the right panel, the rear of the left panel stamped “0” and the right showing an Imperial German proof, a pair of “W”, and two undiscernible stamps. The metal markings are crisp, the pistol curiously devoid of proofs save for a small “(eagle) / 623” waffenamt on the barrel and firing proof on the breech, and the numbered parts are matching the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blue-bodied alumi num-base magazine showing light wear and previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish, the base numbered “6598s” and marked with a “+” and “(eagle) / 63” waffenamt. A fine Luger pistol, perhaps assembled from remaining parts after the end of Mauser L production in 1942. (14B11728-897) {C&R}
3869, 22-250 Rem., 23 1/2” heavy barrel with bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain ains bright and the rifle has integrated bases and an adjustable trigger. Included is the original factory box manual, related papers and 30mm factory rings. (10A11884-7) {MODERN} (800/1200)
BROWNING AUTO-5 MAGNUM 20 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN CASED TWO BARREL SET
serial #01330RN23, 20 ga., 28” Belgian-marked matted plain barrel choked full and 24” Japanese-marked slug barrel with rifle sights and both have bright excellent bores. The barrels and frame retain perhaps 98% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining and light contact point and high edge wear while the bolt and loading gate remain bright and the trigger retains nearly all of its gold finish. Interestingly, the frame is marked “Magnum Twenty” while the serial number is indicative of a lightweight 20. The walnut checkered pistolgrip stock and forend are very good plus with a few scattered handling marks and the right side stock has a neatly carved Browning logo. Included with this 1979-manufactured gun is a dark brown Browning Luggage Case with matching faux fur interior, brass hardware and keys. A fine example overall. (10A118623) {MODERN} (800/1200)
black finishes with light contact and high edge wear with all markings remaining crisp. The rifle is Crown/N commercial proofed and is sighted with a fixed ramp front and adjustable tangent rear with all visible parts matching numbered. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock with finger-groove forend rates about excellent with expected light handling marks. A fine pre-war example of these desirable rimfire rifles. (10A1177026) {C&R} (800/1200)
SAKO FORESTER VARMINT MODEL
WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 XTR LEVER ACTION RIFLE
1396.
WINCHESTER MODEL 63
SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #77805A, 22 LR, 23” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1948-manufactured rifle retain 98% original blue with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining with minor contact point and high edge wear. The rifle has a brass bead front sight and Marbles sporting rear sight and the smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and forend rate about excellent aside from a couple very minor handling marks and includes its original sling swivels. This is a fine example of these popular smallbore rifles. (10A11523-61) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)
points and high edges. The shotgun is sighted with a single silver bead and the smooth walnut pistolgrip stock with 14-groove forend rate very good plus with expected light handling marks. The compensator was not factory added and includes the following chokes; full, improved cylinder, and spreader and they come in a period correct wooden case with brass hardware. A fine condition example of these desirable smallbore shotguns chambered for 3” shotshells. (10A11523-12) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)
serial #1000615, 12 ga., 28” plain barrel choked modified with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine tube retain 95-97% original blue with a few scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, and expected contact point and high edge wear while the receiver retains closer to 98% original blue with a couple light handling marks. The action is smooth and the shotgun is sighted with a single steel bead and is chambered for 2 3/4” shotshells. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and 14-groove forend rate very good plus with expected handling marks and has a 14” length of pull to the W.R.A. hard rubber buttplate that remains excellent and fits slightly under around its periphery. A handsome later–production gun with lots of condition that would fit nicely into any Winchester collection. (10A11523-8) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)
with a blade front and folding ladder rear sight and the smooth straight grip gumwood stock rates near excellent with expected light handling marks and has a small drying crack on the right side. A nicely done restoration in a very desirable caliber. (10A11523-55) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (800/1200)
serial #7078, 12 ga., 32” barrel with a bright very good bore showing scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting. The barrel and magazine tube retain 85-90% later applied cold blue or similar finish with scattered spots of fine oxidation staining with a larger patch of oxidation near the breech. The action retains strong amounts of original case-hardened with bold blues, browns and pewter colors and has scattered specks of fine oxidation staining. All markings remain crisp and the smooth walnut checkered pistolgrip stock and forend rate very good plus with light handling marks. A handsome example with great color. (10A11845-4) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
ANSCHUTZ MODEL 8002 CLUB AIR RIFLE WITH C.M.P. MARKINGS
serial #3067484, 4.5mm / .177cal., 25” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and action retain 99% original matte black finish and the bolt and air tube remain bright. This Civilian Marksmanship Program offered air rifle has a grooved receiver and muzzle, front globe, and rear aperture sights and is stocked with a multi-color laminate pistolgrip stock with adjustable cheekpiece and an aluminum buttplate. The right side has a laser carved C.M.P. logo and these finely constructed air rifles were offered through the CMP Affiliate Rifle Sales Program for club and individual members. (10A11809-3) {NON-GUN} (800/1200)
black finish with a few scattered light handling marks and spots of high edge wear. This Civilian Marksmanship Program marked rifle has a grooved receiver and muzzle with stainless air cylinder and is sighted with an Anschutz 4-12x44mm AO scope with target dot reticle and crisp clear optics. The smooth walnut target stock with adjustable comb and buttplate rates very good with scattered light handling marks and has a crisp C.M.P. logo carved along the right side. Included with this competition air rifle are a Gun Locker hardcase with U.S.A. Shooting Team sticker, original factory front globe and rear aperture sights, set of 10 Champion’s Choice clear inserts, spare barrel weight, cylinder adapters and U.S.A. Shooting Team patch. (10A11809-5) {NON-GUN} (800/1200)
1405. DESIRABLE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66-5 COMBAT MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #CDC6837, 357 Magnum, 3” heavy lug barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless surfaces rate excellent aside from a few light handling marks. The service hammer and trigger show dark case colors with light wear along the contact points and high edges. It has a red ramp front sight, white line Micro adjustable rear sight and has been factory drilled and tapped for optics. The Hogue combat grips rate excellent. There were only about 2500 manufactured in this configuration and this one is a very nice example. (10A11904-20) {MODERN}
1406. SMITH & WESSON K22 MASTERPIECE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #K134839, 22 LR, 6” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1951-manufactured revolver retain 97-98% original blue with light contact point and high edge wear. The service hammer and trigger retain strong case-hardened color with minor operational and high edge wear. The revolver is sighted with a Patridge front and black blade Micro adjustable rear. The check ered Magna walnut grips with silver S&W medallions rate excellent and are numbered to the gun. An at tractive example of these desirable target revolvers. (10A11728-184) {C&R} (800/1200)
1407. WINCHESTER MODEL 52B BOLT ACTION RIFLE
sighted with a Lyman 48F micrometer rear sight with aperture disc and Lyman 17A globe front sight with post insert. Included is a tworib Winchester marked magazine with 1919 patent date. A handsome example of these desirable target rifles. (10A11855-8) {C&R} (800/1200)
vibrant case-hardened colors. The shotgun is sighted with a single brass bead and the checkered oiled finish Turkish walnut pistolgrip stock and beavertail forend rate excellent. The shotgun features a single selective trigger, manual safety, and robust ejectors. Included are five SKB screw-chokes (1) cylinder, (1) improved cylinder, (1) improved modified, (1) modified, (1) full, with wrench and storage case, and its original factory box. An attractive smallbore that appears to have seen little time afield. (10A11862-62) {MODERN} (800/1200)
REMINGTON MODEL 1889 GRADE 2 DOUBLE HAMMERGUN
serial #242160, 12 ga., 28 7/8” shortened damascus barrels with bright excellent bores. The barrels are a warm brown patina with visible twist pattern damascus showing a few light handling marks and silvering around the muzzle. The action and lock are mostly a smoky gray case-hardened patina with remnants of faded color in the protected areas. ate near excellent as lightly cleaned with added finish and it has a 14” length of pull from the checkered RAC logo buttplate with drops of 2” and 3 1/4”. A handsome 1904-manufactered double with crisp markings. (10B11848-2) {C&R} (800/1200)
ufactured single shot rifle retain 97-98% original blue with scattered light handling marks and spots of contact point and high edge wear. The bolt body remains bright while the handle and knob are toned more of a plum color patina with light high edge wear. The action is factory drilled and tapped with an added target block on the barrel and is sighted with Redfield Globe front and Redfield International Match rear aperture sight. The smooth hardwood pistolgrip stock with adjustable buttpad rates very good with scattered handling marks and a couple minor abrasions and has a full length accessory rail. The action is U.S. marked on the left side receiver ring and all markings remain crisp. Included is a C.M.P. certificate. A solid example of these desirable target rifles. (10A11809-12) {C&R} (800/1200)
pistolgrip. The original sights remain present and this is a solid example of these desirable rimfire rifles. (10A11865-1) {C&R} (800/1200)
tube both showing specks of fine light oxidation, light handling marks and high edge wear. The action retains perhaps 85-90% original blue with scattered oxidation staining, light handling marks and high edge wear. There are a few small spots of finish loss toned to gray on the left side of the action and the hammer and lever have toned mostly brown with remnants of smoky case-hardened in the protected areas. The straight grip walnut stock and forend rate about very good with expected light handling marks and has a tight non-flexing 3 3/4” crack running rearward from the nose cap along the belly of the forend. This takedown rifle has the top mounted cartridge guide, bead front sight, blank in the rear dovetail and a Lyman No.1 tang sight. A lovely example of these 22 rimfire classics. (10A11933-5) {C&R} (800/1200)
FINE GERMAN SCALLOPED BOXLOCK DRILLING RETAILED BY WILLIAM READ &
serial #2128, 12 ga., / 30-30, 28” ribbed barrels choked full in both with bright excellent bores and 28” bright very good lightly frosted bore with strong rifling its entire length. The barrels are lightly engraved around the breech and retain about 95% original evenly thinning blue with spots of wear to gray with scattered specks of fine oxidation staining, light handling marks and high edge wear. The action has extensive foliate pattern engraving with “Wm. Read & Sons Boston” on either side, and has toned an even dull gray case-hardened patina with slivers of stronger case-color in the protected areas. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend rate very good with fine pattern checkering and has a small horn tip inlaid to the base of the pistolgrip. The unmarked red recoil pad shows drying cracks throughout and provides a 13 1/4” length of pull. This nice combination gun features a steel bead front sight, folding leaf rear sight, Greener safety, cocking indicators, and extractors. A Lyman folding tang sight has been very neatly added ahead of the barrel selector. This was nicely done and involved slight modifications to the opening lever and base of the sight, perhaps by William Read & Sons when the gun was new. A handsome German drilling chambered in popular American preferences from a Boston retailer. (10A11933-3) {C&R} (800/1200)
tured rifle retain 97-98% original blue finish with scattered light oxidation freckling. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend rate about excellent showing scattered light handling marks. The buttplate shows minor surface oxidation and the original sights are present. The box rates near excellent showing a couple of scuffs to its lid, a few small puncture marks and separation along one corner. Box lid and end label feature “Olin Industries" markings, as is correct for the latter half mid-50s with serial number on the end label showing some freshening of the number, although it appears to be correct. This is a really clean Model 63, which shows just a bit of light use. (10B11860-2) {C&R} (800/1200)
receiver. The original Marlin rear sporting sight and padded nylon sling are included. A solid example of these increasingly popular compact carbines. (10A11935-1) {MODERN} (800/1200)
checkering and is fitted with a factory ventilated recoil pad. The rifle is sighted with a serrated ramp front sight, adjustable folding leaf rear sight and has had an added Skinner “Express” aperture sight added in the factory holes atop the receiver. The saddle ring is present and included is an additional aperture disc and Allen wrench. (10A11904-11) {MODERN} (800/1200)
1418. WINCHESTER MODEL 88 LEVER ACTION CARBINE
serial #218079A, 308 Win, 19” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1968 first year production carbine retain about 95-97% original blue that is toning to plum with light handling marks, a few specks of light surface oxidation, and some light edge wear throughout. Theazine. The stock features a forend barrel band with swivel, a steel capped pistolgrip, a checkered hard rubber buttplate, and a ntact. The receiver is tapped for mounts and has a Lyman rear aperture sight mounted to its rear. A single detachable convex base magazine is included. The action appears to function correctly and overall this is a very nice example of these popular carbines. (4A11881-3) {C&R} (800/1200)
numbered to the receiver on its underside. The checkered walnut stock rates about very good and shows evidence of light cleaning with finish added. The stock has an added forend cap and pistolgrip cap which appear to be horn and a set of swivel studs. The original front sight is intact, minus its front sight hood. The rear sight has been removed and in its place has a target block installed, another is on the forward receiver ring. The target blocks hold a Lyman Targetspot 10X riflescope which features an adjustable objective and a crosshair reticle. The lenses are cloudy and a set of screw-in lens covers are included. The markings all remain crisp and appear unmolested, the floorplate is unmarked. Also included is a vintage leather sling with Super Grade style swivels. This rifle was made to resemble the “Super Grade” series rifles, but is dated to 1933 which is a year prior to the introduction of the Model 54 Super Grade rifles. It will likely make a terrific shooter. (4A11855-7) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1420. WINCHESTER MODEL
1885 HIGH WALL WINDER MUSKET
function correctly and overall this vintage training rifle should make a decent shooter. (4A11666-23) {C&R} [Casey Collection] (700/900)
serial #1149153, 30 Carbine, 18” “W” marked barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% arsenal parkerized finish that is toning to brown in areas, with some light edge and operational wear and some light handling marks throughout. The markings remain mostly crisp, some are light around the edges. The walnut two-rivet handguard and low-wood M2 style buttstock rate near excellent with some small dings and other handling marks. the exception of “SA” stamped on the left forend flat and “61” is stamped on the pistolgrip. The carbine is comprised of mixed GI parts and features an adjustable rear sight, bayonet lug type III barrel band, “M” marked magazine release, and a flip-down safety. A canvas GI sling with oiler and a single five-round magazine are included. A solid carbine for the budding WWII arms collector. (4A11757-103) {C&R} (800/1200)
VALMET MODEL 412S OVER UNDER COMBINATION GUN
serial #252464, 12 Ga / 30-06, 23 1/2” barrels with bright, excellent bores. The shotgun barrel features a venlettering w light handling marks. The pistolgrip buttstock features a raised comb and factory rifle pad. The original sights remain intact and mounted to the top rib is a Weaver 4X C4W Challenger series riflescope. This vintage scope features the wideview duplex reticle and has clear optics. Included is a black composite, lockable hard case with space for additional barrel sets and a sporting leather sling. An excellent example of these quality Finnish made sporting arms. Please note that additional barrel sets made by Tikka for this model are available in the Timed sale. (4A11757-78) {MODERN} (800/1200)
1423. COLT MODEL 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #81574, 380 ACP, 3 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol shows light use over the years and retains about 96-97% original nickel showing scattered light handling marks, a series of dings and scratches on the rear left half of the slide, and scattered oxidation blemishes. The grips are unmarked period checkered faux ivory stocks that rate about excellent with minor soiling although their fit is not precise showing a tiny gap at the top of each panel. It includes a single seven-round Colt marked nickel magazine. A fine Pocket Hammerless. (8A11757-71) {C&R} (800/1200)
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 484 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #231K878, 22 Magnum, 4” barrel with an excel lent bore. This lovely K-22 Magnum Masterpiece 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 goncalo alves factory target grips feature a speed loader cut and remain in wonderful condition. It is sighted with Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory hinged box, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. An excellent find for your collection. (8A11872-48) {MODERN}
1425. U.S. MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY COLT WITH A.J.
SAVAGE SLIDE
serial #598969, 45 ACP, 5” unknown replacement barrel with a frosted bore. This barrel has a proof mark on the bottom of the chamber, “5” on the lug, and thin “S” on the face of the hood. There is a fair amount of controversy and disagreement on the legitimacy of the A.J. Savage slides. Charles Clawson theorizes they may have been claimed by the Ordnance Salvage Board after the war and later used for arsenal rebuilds such as this one and sold as scrap to private individuals. This gun has toned to smoky gray with brown patina on the straps and strong reapplied Parkerized finish in the protected areas. The double diamond checkered walnut grips rate fair showing moderate wear and han dling marks. The left panel is a Springfield Armory while the right is a correct Colt manufacture. The slide is marked with the Savage “flaming bomb with an “S” and three line patent dates next to it. The frame has correct small parts for the period of manufacture, strong “[eagle] / 4” inspection mark, and “AA” refurbish stamp on the frame near the slide stop. It includes a single Colt two-tone seven-round magazine with pinned floorplate and lanyard loop. This will appeal to the collector looking for odd variations. (8A11728-887) {C&R} (800/1200)
1426. SMITH & WESSON 22/32 KIT GUN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #3335, 22 LR, 2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely little gun retains about 98-99% original blue, most of the loss due to thinning finish and slight edge wear. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered factory walnut Magna round butt grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate very good with light handling marks. This four-screw I-frame improved flat latch revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has recessed chambers. It includes a mismatched factory red box that is correctly end labeled to the gun but numbered to another and period paperwork. The box rates about good showing light wear, one side of the cover has failed in both ends of the metal reinforced corners, the end label about excellent although the barrel length was overwritten with a “2” to match the current gun. A very nice first year Kit Gun showing light use. (8B11923-14) {C&R} (800/1200)
1427.
SMITH & WESSON 22/32 KIT GUN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #8703, 22 LR, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely little gun retains about 98-99% original blue showing light edge wear and slight thinning on the straps. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain robust case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered factory walnut Magna round butt grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate very good plus with light handling marks. This four-screw I-frame improved flat latch revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has recessed chambers. It includes the original factory blue starburst box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun and period paperwork. The box and label rate near excellent showing light edge wear. An excellent little Kit Gun for the collector. (8B11923-15) {C&R} (800/1200)
1428. SMITH & WESSON 22/32 AIRWEIGHT KIT GUN HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #16363, 22 LR, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful little Airweight retains about 98-99% original blue and anodized finishes showing light edge wear. The service trigger and semi-target hammer retain robust casehardened colors with light operational wear. The diamond checkered factory walnut Magna square butt grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate about excellent with a few minor handling marks. This improved flat latch J-frame revolver features a Baughman ramp front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it has a recessed aluminum cylinder. It includes the original factory gray starburst box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, period all steel blue finished sight adjustment tool with knurled handle, and period paperwork. The box and label rate good plus showing light edge wear, one side piece on the cover is split in the thumb cut and one metal reinforced corner on the cover is loose. An excellent pre-Model 43 for your collection. (8B11923-16) {C&R} (800/1200)
1429. WALTHER COMMERCIAL PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #196600P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely early war pistol retains about 97% original high polish blue showing light edge wear and a few handling marks. The black synthetic factory grips feature the Walther banner and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a semi-ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, commercial “[eagle] / N” proof marks, slide is scratch numbered to the gun, and 60 degree safety. It includes a single factory marked eight-round magazine with flat removable floorplate. A very nice early-war PP. (8A11728-949) (800/1200)
serial #806176, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol has the Reichs Zeug Meisterei (NSDAP Procurement agency) etched symbol on the left side of the slide. It re tains about 85% original polished blue, most of the loss is from moderate edge wear and the front strap toning to brown in addition to scattered pinprick pitting. The checkered brown synthetic fac tory wraparound grips feature the Walther banner and rate about excellent with minor handling marks. This pistol features early 90 degree safety / de-cocker, the slide is scratch numbered to the gun, and it has “[crown] / N” proofs. It includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine. A solid RZM marked PPK showing honest use. (8A11728-291) {C&R}
1431. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #927307, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original polished blue, most of the loss is from edge wear in addition to fine scattered pinprick pitting. The checkered brown synthetic factory wraparound grips feature the Walther banner and rate about excellent with handling marks. This pistol features early 90 degree safety / de-cocker, the slide is scratch numbered to the gun, and it has “[crown] / N” proofs. It includes a single factory marked seven-round magazine. (8A11728-953) {C&R} (800/1200)
1432. EXCELLENT COLT
MODEL MATCH REVOLVER
serial #936499, 38 Special, 6” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1968manufactured revolver shows very little if any use and remains virtually as-new. 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 second type factory walnut target grips feature silver Rampant Colt medallions and rate near excellent with a few light dings on the butt. It is sighted with a Patridge front sight and black blade Colt Accro rear sight. A superb example of the fifth issue Officers Model. (8B11728-275) {C&R}
1433. GERMAN P.08 LUGER S/42-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #4109, 9mm, 4” barrel with a lightly pitted bore showing strong rifling throughout. This Luger shows honest use over the years, under bright light it has an overall brown pa tina with protected areas showing strong original blue while the barrel is smoky gray and brown. The un-numbered checkered walnut grips rate about good plus showing diamond point wear and handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun and with proper “(eagle) / 63”, the toggle has the “S/42” marking and the chamber is dated “1937”. It includes a single eight-round magazine serial numbered to the gun featuring an aluminum floorplate, and an “(eagle) / 63” Waffenamt mark. (8A11728-169) {C&R}
1434. DWM MODEL 1906 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL
serial #62061, 30 Luger, 4 3/4” barrel showing an evenly pitted bore with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 80% arsenal grade restored blue showing edge wear, overall toning to gray-brown patina and handling marks. The ejector retains slightly subdued straw color while the other strawed parts have worn to pewter with some color in the protected areas. The toggle pin has toned to gray while the magazine catch spring has strong fire blue. The fully checkered un-numbered factory walnut grips rate near excellent showing very light diamond point wear. This gun features a tapered Patridge style front sight, fixed rear sight, the “DWM” on the toggle is crisp, and there are German “[crown] / N” proof marks. The trigger, takedown lever, sideplate, breech, toggles, grip safety, barrel, and receiver are numbered to the gun with the remaining un-numbered. It includes a nickel-finish wood based eight-round magazine that is simply marked “GERMANY”. (8C11728-162) {C&R}
1435. CUSTOM SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL PERFECTED CLUB GUN SINGLE SHOT CONVERTIBLE PISTOL
serial #0381, 22 LR / 32 S&W Long, 10” barrels both with excellent bores. This lovely Perfected Model retains about 97% original blue showing light edge wear, handling marks, and the front sight toned to brown. The spare 32 S&W Long barrel retains 50-55% original blue with moderate staining and cleaned oxidation blemishes. The face of the trigger is nicely checkered with fading case-hardened colors on the side while the hammer retains bold case-hardened colors. The grips are a wonderful set of oversized diamond checkered walnut target stocks by Walter Roper. They feature a finger rest and grooved thumb rest showing two tiny chips on the thinned edge and otherwise rate excellent overall. The rimfire barrel has a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, the barrel is numbered to the gun however the top latch is numbered to another gun, a barrel to frame fit has just a hint of movement. The spare centerfire barrel is not numbered on the barrel or top latch and ha same sighting arrangement. There is a beautiful relief engraved “CB” monogram on the sideplate with in-the-white crosshatch shading. One of the most obvious additiond to both barrels are a pair of barrel weights pinned to the top groove in each barre the rimfire barrel measures approximately .210” wide x 7 1/32” long while the centerfire barrel measures approximately .216” wi x 8 15/32” long. There is no indication who installed the weights but the work is professional and is something that Walter Roper would probably have endorsed in his pursuit of handgun accuracy. A fine set with period upgrades. (8B11730-200) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1436. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL
serial #1754, 22 LR, 10” barrel with an excellent bore. This pistol retains about 95% original blue, the loss mostly to edge wear in addition to slight thinning of the finish in areas, and handling marks. The smooth trigger is bright while the hammer has robust case-hardened colors, the triggerguard is subdued with bolder colors in the corners. The un-numbered smooth walnut factory extended target grips feature gold S&W medallions and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a thin blade front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and barrel t has light play. The barrel, top latch, and ejector are correctly numbered to the gun. A fine example of a Second Model. (8A1 194) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #128390, 32 S&W, Scarce 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely revolver shows minimal use over the years and retains about 99% original nickel showing minor handling marks. The trigger and hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, they are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a pinned semi-ramp front sight, fixed rear sight, and tight barrel to frame lockup. With the exception of the barrel all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the barrel only has the number “1”. It includes a mismatched hinged brown cloth covered factory box correctly end labeled to the gun but numbered to another. The box rates good plus with minimal wear although the two right corners on the cover have failed. Also included is a period thin leather pouch used to protect the gun in storage and transport. A superb Fourth Model with a desirable barrel length. (8A11730-368) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1438. DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER PISTOL
serial #79602, 30 Luger, 3 3/4” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original blue showing edge wear, the heel and toe of the straps have toned to brown, minor freckling, and scattered handling marks. The ejector, safety lever, take down lever, trigger, and magazine catch retain beautiful straw color with minor wear on a few surfaces. The toggle pin has toned to gray, the magazine catch spring has mild fire blue while the colors on the sear bar spring are bright. The fully checkered un-numbered factory walnut grips rate very good plus showing a few handling marks on the right panel. The “DWM” on the toggle is crisp, there are German “[crown] / N” proof marks and the trigger, sideplate, breech, rear toggle, and barrel are numbered to the gun with the remaining un-numbered. It includes a nickel-finished wood based eight-round magazine. (8A11728-278) {C&R}
1439. EXCELLENT
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1905 MILITARY & POLICE HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #678622, 38 Special, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This beautiful Fourth Change revolver appears virtually as-new and retains about 99% original blue with one tiny wear mark on the front of the triggerguard that is hardly worth mentioning if not for the lovely condition of this gun. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory square butt service grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to the gun, and rate excellent. It features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. No Smith & Wesson col lection is complete without a superb M&P. (8B11730-521) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1440. RARE SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SAFETY HAMMERLESS
DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #140354, 32 S&W, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Second Model retains about 97% original blue, most of the loss is on the grip safety in addition to high edge wear. The trigger retains robust case-hardened colors on the sides while the face has toned to pewter. The grips are a beautiful set of unmarked factory mother-of-pearl stocks with gold S&W medallions, they fit the frame precisely, and remain in excellent condition. The barrel to frame lockup is tight, all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, it has a pinned half-moon front sight, and fixed rear sight. A wonderful example of this rare variation. (8B11730-433) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1441.
GERMAN P.08 LUGER 42-CODED PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #8587l, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This Luger retains about 90% restored blue showing light pinprick pitting, edge wear, and handling marks. The surfaces of the receiver have toned to plum. The fully checkered walnut grips are correctly numbered to the gun, they rate about excellent showing light handling marks. All the appropriate parts are correctly num bered to the gun, the toggle has the “42” marking, the chamber is dated “1940”, and it has “[eagle] / 655” Waf fenamt marks. It includes a single eight-round magazine serial numbered to another gun featuring an aluminum floorplate and an “[eagle] / 37” Waffenamt mark. (8A11728-168) {C&R}
1442. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 520 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #N557793, 357 Magnum, 4” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 357 Magnum Military & Police revolver is as-new and retains about 99% original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, they are numbered to another gun, and remain in excellent condition. This big Nframe features a Baughman ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. The Model 520 was made for the New York State Police but never delivered, only 3000 were produced. An excellent find for the collector. (8A11730750) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1443. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1913 SEMI-AUTO
PISTOL
serial #369, 35 S&W Auto, 3 1/2” barrel with several spots of oxidation near the muzzle of the bore. This early Type III pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 98% original blue with minor thinning, light edge wear, and a few handling marks. The smooth walnut grips feature gold S&W medallions, they are both num bered to the gun, and they rate about very good plus with handling marks. This gun features fixed sights, a “straight back” finger safety under the triggerguard, roller safety on the backstrap, and side-sliding magazine catch. It includes a green cloth covered hinged factory box that is correctly end labeled to the gun and a factory seven-round magazine. The box rates very good, the right front cover corner has failed. A nice addition for your collection. (8C11730-850) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1444. WILLIAM HENRY B10
LANCET POCKETKNIFE
serial #67-0391, 3 3/4” folded, 3” damascus wharncliffe blade, heat-formed diamond mokume frame, mother-of-pearl scales, spessarite gemstone inlaid thumb stud and button lock. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Mike Norris hornets nest damascus pattern. The heat-colored frame, pearl scales and gemstones all remain bright. An attractive, medium size pocketknife. (5B11730-1626-13) [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1445.
WILLIAM
HENRY B10 LANCET POCKETKNIFE
This is an earlier B10 with pre-2012 “WH” maker mark and no serial number. The knife measures 3 3/4” folded, 3” wharncliffe blade with Chad Nichols wavy damascus pattern on blade and frame, attractive curly kola scales showing some very light pocket marks and citrine gemstones in the thumb screw and button lock. A very nice earlier B-series pocketknife. (5A117301626-14) [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1446. WILLIAM HENRY B02 MORPHEUS MIDNIGHT NECK KNIFE
serial #2-01156, 2 1/8” folded, 1 5/8” spear point stainless damascus blade with knurled thumb stud. Carbon steel scales with crushed carbon fiber inlays. The blade remains unsharpened and retains all its Chad Nichols boomer and damascus pattern and the scales retain all its Nichols brainwave damascus pattern. Attached to scales is a decorative sterling silver hanging hook. A handsome and excellent little knife for around the neck or in pocket. (5A11730-1626-19) [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1447. GERMAN HARD-HELMET DIVERS KNIFE BY HENCKLES
This heavy diver’s knife measures 12 3/4” overall with a 7 7/8” steel blade crafted from 3/8” stock. The blade remains bright and unsharpened, the reverse ricasso has JW Henckels maker mark above “NICHT / ROSTEND” (rust free). The brass handle remains in very good plus condition retaining good traces of flaking gold plate, the exposed brass surfaces having a nice ochre patina. The leather buffer washer remains intact and the pommel is unmarked with no Waffenamt or Kriegsmarine proofs. The threaded brass scabbard remains in very good condition having a dark ochre patina with light scratches and flaking gold wash. A seldom encountered very good condition divers knife for the German edged weapon collector. (11259-9-11) (800/1200)
1448. EARLY COLT MODEL 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #6213, 380 ACP, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1910-manufactured pistol retains about 90% original blue, appearing stronger in ambient light, showing light dings and handling wear with a few scattered pinprick pits and light flaking. The trigger and safety lever retain generous traces of fire blue. The earlypattern checkered hard rubber grips with “COLT” banner and Rampant Colt remain in a lovely state of condition. It retains the standard open sights and includes a single early factory magazine with earlier “CALIBRE 380”-marked floorplate, which remains in very good overall condition showing expected light operational silvering. (26A11766-16) {C&R} (800/1200)
1449. U.S. MODEL 1860 NAVAL CUTLASS BY AMES
This cutlass measures 31 3/4” overall with a 25 5/8” slightly curved blade with single unstopped fullers. The blade has toned to pale gray with thin brown undertones, scattered fine oxidation, some pitting mostly along the main edge and spine and a slight bend at the very point of the tip. The reverse ricasso is marked “AMES MFg CO / CH ICOPEE / MASS.” while the obverse ricasso is marked “U.S.N. / D.R. / 1863”, the bottom two lines were either lightly rolled or doubled stamped at the time of marking, the buffer washer is no longer present. The hilt has a brass half-basket guard, Phrygian pommel and leather covered ridged wood grip. The grip shows moderate to heavy flaking exposing the wood below and the wire wrapping is no longer present. The brass surfaces have a nice ocher patina with some light dings and dents from the years and the slightly downward curved counterguard is marked “25M / 164”. The leather scabbard shows some light cracking and flaking but remains fully intact with light verdigris forming on the brass frog stud and hardware. This is a very nice war-dated cutlass with scabbard in fine to near excellent condition. (5A11730-1624-9) [Peter Drose Collection] (800/1200)
1450. RUGER “BUCKEYE SPECIAL” NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #610-02260, 32 H&R Magnum/32-20 W.C.F, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain 98% original blue, showing only the odd handling mark with some areas toning lightly to plum. The smooth walnut grips with silver-on-black Ruger Eagle medallions remain excellent showing little if any wear. Timing and lockup remain sound and it retains the stan dard adjustable sights. In 1988, Ruger was approached by Buckeye Sports of Canton, OH with a desire to bring new and desirable configurations to market, and the result was roughly 5,000 units each in two different convertible chamberings; this is one such example, manufactured in the first year of production and bearing the signature “Buckeye Leaf” on the top strap which remains crisp and excellent. This Blackhawk remains in excellent overall condition and includes its original hinged yellow box and factory cardboard shipper, both correctly numbered and end-labeled to the gun, as well as the manual, paperwork, warranty and NRA membership card, period Wolfe Publishing Ruger voucher, and both convertible cylinders which remain in excellent condition and are both properly scratch numbered to the gun. The Buckeye Specials have long been lauded for their versatility and this nice example is sure to please the Ruger collector. (26A11863-5) {MODERN} (800/1200)
serial #196-97810,7.62x39, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces of this 2002-manufactured rifle rate excellent showing only a few light dings and handling marks. It has been equipped with an Archangel Precision Rifle Stock which remains in excellent condition and allows for adjustable cheek height and length of pull, features a storage compartment in the pistolgrip, and boasts hardy carbon fiber and glass reinforced construction. It retains the standard flip-up sporting rear and fixed blade front sights and has been fitted with a GG&G 1519-BD scope mount which remains in excellent condition. Included are two 20-round factory magazines and two 5round factory magazines which remain in excellent condition. A nicely customized and versatile rig. (26A11872-106) {MODERN} (800/1200)
1452. AMT AUTOMAG III SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #AO6820, 30 Carbine, 6 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces of this pistol rate excellent, showing a few scattered light dings and handling marks with a few scattered casting imperfections. The grooved black synthetic grip panels remain excellent with the only apology being the absence of the lower right-side grip screw, and it is equipped with Millett adjustable rear sight and serrated ramp front. Included is the factory cardboard box, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, paperwork, spare springs and pins, two bushing wrenches, a single 8-round factory magazine, and an aftermarket 8-round by GunClips which rates excellent. The Automag III is emblematic of an innovative and constantly evolving time in American firearms design and have enjoyed continuing collector interest since Arcadia Machine & Tool closed their doors. (800/1200)
1453. EARLY RUGER BLACKHAWK
ACTION REVOLVER
serial #3728, 357 Magnum, 4 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1956-manufactured revolver remains in excellent overall condition, retaining 98% plus original blue and black anodized finishes showing very light handling wear with some areas toning very mildly to plum under direct light, and the hammer retains its rich top bluing with the flanks being lightly speckled. It is equipped with the proper aluminum XR3-gripframe with “XR3” and “[ALCOA]G” markings re maining crisp and legible and the checkered black synthetic XR3 grips with black-on-silver Ruger Eagle medallions rate near excellent showing light handling wear. It retains the original Micro rear sight and “zig-zag” grooved blade front and timing and lockup remain sound; this example has not been subject to Ruger’s transfer bar safety upgrade. A lovely se ond-year “Flattop”. (26A11656-83) {C&R}
1454. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #921l, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1940-dated pistol retain 97-98% reapplied blue, showing very light handling wear with a few remnants of pitting still visible from beneath the finish; the toggle assembly appears to retain its original blue and is toning mildly to brown under direct light. The right-side frame shows softened “[waffenamt]/566” markings with the barrel showing a crisp firing proof and all the small components including the grooved firing pin are properly numbered to the gun ex cepting the rear toggle pin. It has been equipped with a pair of smooth genuine ivory grip panels marked “83” on their back sides which rate excellent with the main apology being a bit of shyness in the left and generally poor and loose fit of the rig panel which does not remain reliably affixed. It retains the standard open sights and included is a single unmarked blued-body magazine with black Bakelite floorplate. (26A11872-35) {MODERN}
1455. COLT MODEL 1908 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #13068, 380 ACP, 3 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1913-manufactured pistol retains about 92% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, showing scattered handling and high edge wear throughout with some areas toning to brown and the hammer and trigger retaining generous rich fire blue. There are some thin scratches along the left of slide. It is equipped with a pair of genuine smooth mother-of-pearl grip panels which rate excellent and make for a slightly wider grip profile. The Rampant Colt and slide address markings remain crisp. Included is a single 7-round magazine whose floorplate is marked “CALIBRE .380” and a tooled leather holster which rates very good. (26A11874-92) {C&R} (800/1200)
99% of its black phosphate finish and showing only a light rack or handling mark. This rifle retains its factory Troy handguard, Samson flip-up aperture rear and protected blade front sights, Magpul stippled grip, factory “bird-cage” flash hider, and features a two-position piston-driven action with four-position adjustable gas block. Included is a Ruger tactical softcase, gas adjustment tool, and five 5-round Magpul P-Mags which rate excellent. A capable and high condition rifle which was produced for only a few years before its discontinuation. (26A11914-6) {MODERN} (800/1200)
components toning to plum; the heatshield and bayonet lug assembly remain excellent. The reproduction Winchester-style hardwood stocks rate excellent. The receiver shows an imitation “U.S” over ordnance bomb proof, the belly of the receiver is marked “MADE IN CHINA”, and the barrel shows importer and manufacturer markings. Included is the original cardboard box and outer sleeve as well as the manual. A desirable facsimile of a famed combat shotgun. (26A11766-8) {MODERN} (800/1200)
serial #70-27977, 30-06, 22” pre-warning barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1971-manufactured rifle retain 98% plus blue and black anodized finishes with a small 1/2” impression on the barrel nearer the muzzle and a few flecks of silvering on the floorplate. The checkered walnut stock rates excellent showing only a few odd dings or handling marks with handsome straight-grain figuring throughout, and the factory red recoil pad and gripcap rate similarly. This rifle maintains its integral mounting blocks and desirable tang safety and no provisions for open sights are provided, included are a pair of blued Ruger scope rings and quick-detach scope swivels. The bolt is properly scratch numbered to the gun and this remains a high condition third-year M77. (26A11656-195) {C&R} (800/1200)
1459. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #106556A, 380 ACP, 3 1/4" 65-dated barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this pistol retain 98% plus original blue showing only a few light handling marks. The frame, slide, and barrel all show crisp “crown/N” proofs, the left-side frame is marked “MADE IN WEST-GERMANY”, and the checkered brown Bakelite grip panels remain excellent showing minimal handling wear and show circled “37” markings on their interiors. Included is the correct leatherette factory box whose serial number is no longer visible and two factory magazines with mottled brown extended floorplates which rate excellent. (800/1200)
serial #G62496, 30-06, 22” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The brushed stainless steel surfaces of this Featherweight rifl near-excellent showing very light handling wear with areas of dried stubborn lubricant along the receiver and barrel. The glossy checkered walnut stock with schnabel forend tip rates excellent showing light dings and handling marks with some fine edge wear on the factory recoil pad and the gripcap remaining excellent. This rifle offers a three-position safety and “Pre-64”-style controlled round feeding and the jeweled bolt remains bright and is properly numbered to the gun. Included is a pair of blued Leupold scope mounts and rings which rate very good plus. A desirable variant of a venerated rifle. (26A11656-2) {C&R} (800/1200)
1461. GEORGE WASHINGTON & ROBERT E. LEE COMMEMORATIVE FLINTLOCK PISTOLS
serial #157A/157B, .70 cal, 10” half-octagon half-round barrels with mostly bright smooth bores rating about very good with scattered light oxidation staining throughout. The barrels retain 98-99% brown finish, showing minimal handling wear with a minor patch of cleaned oxidation on pistol “B” and both having decorative diamond notches at the crests. All fastening screws show floral flourishes and both are equipped with German silver
fittings, treated throughout with foliate scroll and notched borderwork, with decorative monogram plates on the grips with the buttcaps showing a marching drum and triggerguards terminating in acorn finials. The steel locks are both “BARKER” marked and show similar foliate and border engravings, with the only wear to speak of being on the strike faces of the bridled frizzens. The left barrel flats are marked “Lee Chapel Collection” with the opposites marked “Washington and Lee University” on the right. The smooth walnut stocks remain excellent showing a few light handling marks and both are equipped with patchworm ramrods with cupped ebony tips which rate very good plus. Included is the wooden presentation case with commemorative logo and green felt interior which rates very good plus; no keys are included. (26B11680-15) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
on the barrel. The smooth hardwood stocks and synthetic pistolgrip remain excellent with very light handling wear and it retains the proper graduated tangent rear and protected post front sights. It is equipped with a Tapco G2 trigger group and included is an unmarked steel 35-round flatback magazine which remains excellent. (26A11897-38) {MODERN} (800/1200)
serial #189-83381, 7.62x39, 18 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. This rifle was manufactured in 1997 and left the factory in 1998 and retains 97-98% matte blue, showing light handling marks and high edge wear. The smooth birch stock remains excellent showing only light handling marks and the glossy synthetic buttplate remains excellent. It is equipped with the proper flip-up sporting rear and serrated blade front, and has been equipped with a Harris No. 14 bipod adapter which rates excellent and included is a five-round factory magazine, owner’s manual, wrench, and factory cardboard box correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun. (26A11953-7) {MODERN} (800/1200)
recoil pad with white line spacer rates excellent. It retains the proper flip-up sporting rear on the barrel boss with protected brass bead front and has been neatly drilled and tapped. (26A11862-33) {C&R} (800/1200)
WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL
1892 LEVER
serial #201779, 38 WCF, 24” half-round half-octagon barrel with button magazine and a bright very good bore showing light pitting nearer the muzzle with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces have toned to a pleasant mostly lus,
showing scattered dings and handling marks throughout with a few softened chips and a crude “WW” carved into the belly, and metal to wood fit remains excellent. It is equipped with a German silver sporting blade front and semi-buckhorn flat-top sporting rear and all markings remain crisp. An honest 1902-made rifle which has provided many years of faithful service. (26A11656-1) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #63430, 22 WRF, 24” “W.R.F.”-marked early round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1946manufactured rifle retain 96-97% original blue, showing expected operational wear with some scattered silvering along the barrel and receiver where it was drilled and tapped for the included “61-R”-marked Weaver mount, and the checkered buttplate has toned to smoky gunmetal; there is a crisp “DN” and “W.R.F.” stamped into the receiver face. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and 17-groove forend remain excellent, showing only light handling wear. It is equipped with a crossbolt safety, drift adjustable silver bead front, the rear dovetail remains vacant, and included is the aforementioned Weaver mount with rings and screws as well as a Weaver K4 optic, all rating very good with the scope showing a clear crosshair reticle and slight clouding of the glass. All markings remain crisp, and this remains a scarce example with period fitted optics. (26A10826772) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)
shotgun buttplate remains excellent. It retains the original stamped rear sight with 1901 patent date and drift-adjustable blade front, there is a “B” stamped beneath the serial, and all markings remain crisp and excellent. A fine high condition example of these beloved rimfires. (26A118784) {C&R} (800/1200)
floorplate is also stamped with byf and two “135” Waffenamts. The metal surfaces retain about 80% original blue showing moderate fading to gunmetal gray patina along the barrel which is also stamped 44. The receiver is showing some minor dings and scratches while the extractor has faded to plum. The stock rates very good plus showing some old dings and mild abrasions with an otherwise honest appearance and retaining a fine correct Waffenamt on right side. The steel buttplate displays scattered oxidation and pitting, and the rifle comes equipped with an original leather sling. The cleaning rod is not present and the front sight hood is intact. This rifle is all numbers matching except for the safety. A fine late war example of these legendary rifles. (33A11830-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)
1469. WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #230070P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original blue showing light muzzle wear and handling marks. The “Eagle over N” firing proof mark can be found on the barrel and below the ejection port, and the checkered black synthetic grips rate excellent showing Walther banners. The pistol features the standard sights and 90-degree safety/ de-cocker. Included is a single 8 round magazine. An excellent wartime example. (33A11728-290) {C&R} (800/1200)
1470. GERMAN ARMY WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #235209P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1942-manufactured pistol retain about 92% original blue, appearing stronger under ambient light, showing light handling and high edge wear with the gripstrap toning to an even gunmetal patina and showing very light oxidation staining under direct light. The slide is properly numbered to the gun, the barrel and right-side slide show “eagle/N” proofs, with the left-side slide and frame showing “eagle/WaA359” army Waffenamts. The checkered black synthetic grip panels rate excellent showing minimal handling wear and are devoid of any markings on their interiors, and included is a single 8round factory magazine. (33A11728-297) {C&R} (800/1200)
1471. WALTHER PPK SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #233852, 32 ACP, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing very light specks of oxidation. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 90% original blue showing light handling marks and most of the loss due to some touched-up areas along the slide that shows a few pinprick pits along the edges. The slide is scratch numbered to the gun and the pistol bears commercial “Crown over N” proof marks. The checkered original mottled brown grips rate very good showing light scratches, warping and the signature Walther banners. The pistol is equipped with the standard sights, 90 degree safety, and a lanyard loop. Included is a single 7 round magazine. (800/1200)
U.S. MODEL 1903-A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY REMINGTON
serial #3959202, 30-06, 24” 8-43 dated Remington Arms barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue and Parkerized finishes showing light wear along the high edges and contact points which nt and is marked with a faint “RA” and “FJA” just beside the ordnance wheel, and a “P” proof mark is present under the wrist. All marked components are marked “R” and the rifle is equipped with the standard sights. (33A11864-6) {C&R} (800/1200)
1473. BRITISH NO. 5 MKI BOLT ACTION JUNGLE CARBINE BY BSA
serial #CC2692, 303 British, 21” barrel with an integral conical flash hider and an excellent bore with strong rifling. This exceptional example of the "M47C" Jungle Carbine is in excellent condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% arsenal reapplied Suncorite finish from FTR (Factory Thorough Repair) in 1945. The tip of the lightened bolt knob shows only rack wear. The receiver ring and barrel display British export proofs, while the socket shows the "ENGLAND" import mark. The serial number and the date of 1945 are clearly struck. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition, showing minimal storage markings. The rear stock is marked with an "S" for small, and the rest of the stock has all the correct British cartouche markings. The bolt, stock, and magazine are matched to the rifle, and it comes with the MKI micrometer rear sight. A military-style rack ID disk is attached to the front sling swivel showing the manufacturing date along with the matching serial number. An excellent example of the desirable Jungle carbine for the martial collector. (31A11813-36) {C&R} (800/1000)
reapplied parkerized gray-green finish, with previous light pitting beneath the finish, small band of light wear on the barrel, and some scattered light handling marks. The walnut stock is in very good condition, with some scattered light dings and handling marks, the steel buttplate is proud at the heel and toe, and the handguards are in very good condition with a few light dings and a small 1/2” triangular chip at the right rear corner. The receiver markings are intact, with import markings tastefully placed on the left side of the receiver. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A fine NATO-converted M1 rifle for your shooting pleasure.(31A11864-22) {C&R} (800/1200)
ANSCHUTZ MODEL 54 SUPER
serial #30923, 22 LR, 27” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces ofthis 1964-dated rifle retain about 97-98% original blue, with some light wear to gray on the bolt knob, a few scattered speckles of light oxidation, and a few light handling marks. Mounted is a beautiful Lyman Super Targetspot 25X scope retaining 99% plus original blue with clear glass and screw-on lens caps. The checkered walnut right-hand thumbhole stock with adjustable grip rates very good, with scattered handling marks, position markings for the palm rest and areas of finish wear commensurate with competitive use. It is missing the hook buttplate but retains the mounting and adjustment bracket. The barrel is equipped with front sight blocks, and the receiver is grooved for mounting sights. There is an accessory rail on the underside of the forend, equipped with an adjustable palm rest. The knurled straight trigger features a light two-stage pull, and the action appears to function well mechanically. Included are the original manual and Anschutz Model 6702 front and rear adjustable sights (31A11819-1) {C&R} (1000/1500)
blue with areas of light oxidation and silvering mostly around the muzzle. The safety has been removed as is commonly seen on single shot competition rifles as the arm is intended for strictly controlled firing conditions and not general field use. The target style walnut pistolgrip stock rates very good plus and features shoulder and length of pull adjustments, handstop rail in the forearm with an aluminum handstop and adjustable factory swivel. This rifle features a Canjar trigger and is mounted with an excellent Lyman Super Targetspot 25X scope retaining 99% plus original blue, glass is clear with screw-on lens caps. A set of three target blocks are mounted to the barrel and receiver ring, with what appears to be a vacant Marble’s Goss dovetail base mounted on the left side of the receiver. (31A11819-2) {C&R} (800/1000)
1477. CZ455 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE WITH MASTERPIECE ARMS BA-LITE CHASSIS
azines. Barrel exhibits play in the receiver and should be given professional attention. (31A11872-89) {MODERN} (800/1000)
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 makermarked 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 sur
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 six-pointed 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} (800/1200)
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 brasstipped hickory ramrod is present and the lock seems to function well mechanically. An interesting British fowler for the antique arms collector. (13B11579-16) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
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} (800/1200)
GERMAN BOXLOCK
DOUBLE EJECTORGUN BY HEINRICH LEUE
rels 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 re-blacking showing some scattered thin scratches along the undersides and swivel 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. Length-ofpull 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} (800/1200)
1482. NEW YORK PERCUSSION
HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY REYNOLDS
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] (800/1200)
along the left side of the wrist with a rather nice decorative checkered panel along the right side, generous rams horn comb with left-side swooping concave cheekpiece and a thumb rest on the right side. A German silver plate on the left side of the buttstock is neatly engraved “Schieß-Abtg. / Kadenach / Koblenz”. This is a rather interesting marking indicating the Shooting Department/Division of the Kadenach of the city of Koblenz. The Kadenach was a German interwar camaraderie organization for former intelligence and telegraph troops who served in the Great War. The rifle is sighted with its original adjustable tang sight with wide aperture and protected front sight with three selectable posts. The double set triggers seem to function well and the lever serves to cock the striker and automatically flip open the zimmerstutzen breech mechanism after firing. An attractive Pachmayr rifle and nice example of the classic German gallery/parlor rifle. (13B11108-42) {C&R} [To Devers Collection]
.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} (800/1200)
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} (800/1200)
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 re main 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 rebound ing hammers seem to function well mechanically. This is a very attractive and well above-average example of these quality Swedish doubles. (13B11604-7) {ANTIQUE}
1487. 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 da-
MAKERS LONDON” while the underside shows period Birmingham proof marks. 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 rema intact, dolphin head hammer and maker mark in center. The barrel wedge escutcheons and oval monogram plate atop the wrist are o silver and the checkered walnut stock with horn tip remains in about very good condition showing a number of old repaired crack 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 brass-tipped 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. (13B115794) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
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 leftside 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. (13B11108150) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (800/1200)
(800/1200)
Armory parts. The walnut stock and fiberglass handguard rate excellent with a few scattered handling marks displaying attractive vertical grain striping at the wrist. The rifle is currently sighted with a Bushnell 3X9 Banner scope with clear optics mounted in a reproduction GI ART M-14 base. No magazine is included with the rifle, but magazines are readily available. (25A11857-4) {MODERN} (800/1200)
rifling. This early 1906 produced rifle retains the original barrel that has been arsenal rechambered from 30-03 to 30-06. The faces display the proper mix of oil quenched and rust blued finishes in very fine condition. The receiver retains about 50% oil-quenched case-
“4” remains on the base of the wrist with crisp finger groove edges. The rifle retains the early concave handguard with no clearance cut or handguard clips, the handguard with a neatly repaired 8” crack along the top, back from the front band. The stock shows a 6” non-flexing grain crack on the right side of the buttstock, an area of oxidation leaching below the wrist with several shallow impact marks on the right side of the stock tip. The stock otherwise maintains a very fine appearance with nice oil finish and raised grain. As with any low numbered M1903, no thought should be given to loading or firing this rifle. A fine example of an early production M1903 displaying correct components for the military enthusiast or collector. (25B11730-1378) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection} (2000/3000) 1491. WINCHESTER MODEL 1894
serial #359256, 32-40, 20” round barrel with full magazine and a bright very good bore showing light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1907-made carbine has a gray-brown patina with scattered light oxidation and original blue in the protected areas. The magazine tube retains about 90% original blue with intermittent handling marks. The action is a relatively even mix of bright blue and medium gunmetal gray patina with light oxidation speckling. The saddle ring has noticeable tool marks, the rear sight slider retention screw is missing, and the screw heads show slot wear. The lever retains remnants of case-hardened patina and the proper proof marks are displayed on the receiver and barrel. The plain gumwood stocks have been refinished and have minor handling marks; the forend has an about 2” crack ahead of the barrel band that should be an easy fix. The carbine is sighted with an adjustable carbine rear sight and a plain steel post front sight. An honest example of an 1894 carbine. (24B11716-4) {C&R} (800/1200) 1492. WINCHESTER
MODEL 1892
carbine rear sight and a brass front sight blade. (24B11716-15) {C&R} (800/1200)
azine and a good bore with light pitting, some oxidation, and strong rifling. The barrel and magazine tube of this 1900-manufactured carbine retain about 85% original blue with minor pitting, few small dings, and a pleasant gray patina throughout. The action has toned to a gunmetal gray with some mixed brown and original blue with old oxidation throughout. The pin of the front barrel band screw has been sheared and some of the screw heads show slot wear. The plain walnut stocks show light abrasions, handling marks, and an older added finish otherwise showing nice grain. The carbine is sighted with a standard graduated carbine rear sight, missing a retaining screw and a brushed steel front sight blade. (24B11716-3) {C&R} (800/1200)
INTERESTING HALL MODEL 1819 FLINTLOCK RIFLE CUT DOWN TO PISTOL WITH FOLKY INLAYS
.52 cal, 11” barrel with an oxidized bore showing evident rifling, the front sight having been set back and now intruding into the bore. This is an unusual period modification to the breechloading Hall rifle into a large pistol or “buggy gun”. The metal surfaces have mostly toned to a lightly oxidized plumbrown patina showing some scattered old pinprick pitting. The action shows light punch dot decoration and markings in relief that appear to be “FRA” on top of breechblock and “MI 16 34” on the left side frame. The stock shows even more folky inlays that are really endearing consisting of extensive German silver, copper and silver wire depicting houses, people, geometric motifs, arrows, teepees, Native Americans and tall ships. The name “PAUL JONES” is inlaid along the right side and the left side of the forend shows a small inlay appearing to depict the gun itself next to “M. 1634”. The inlays show honest age and patina consistent with the balance of the piece. The walnut stock rates very good showing some scattered light dings and a moderate 2” crack and chip forming along the underside behind the rear band that appears to have been partially repaired long ago. The butt of the grip has been neatly reinforced with dual iron straps and overall length is about 22 5/8”. A simple iron ramrod is present and the lock seems to function normally. An interesting and attractive piece of firearm folk art. (13B11896-218) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
1495. UNUSUAL BRITISH LARGE BORE BAR HAMMER PERCUSSION PEPPERBOX PISTOL
.54 cal, 3 1/2” six-barrel cluster with good bores that show some moderate oxidation and old pitting. This is an unusually large example of the classic bar hammer pepperbox, the barrels, hammer and triggerguard mostly toned to a mottled deep gray patina showing some remnants of partially smoothed-over cleaned light pitting and one of the barrels and ribs with an area of light to perhaps moderate dings. The arm shows period Birmingham proof marks and the German silver frame remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and nice flowing foliate scrollwork embellishments. The original sideplate on the left side was apparently lost at some point and has been replaced with a rather nicely fitted aluminum plate. With a little more work this piece could no doubt be made to look better and match the gun nicely. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, the left panel with some rather nice grain figure. One of the nipples is broken and the action otherwise seems to function normally. A nice gun for the collector of arms curiosa. (13B11896-166) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
MASS. ARMS CO. ADAMS PATENT NAVY MODEL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #1019 (cylinder), .36 cal, 6” octagon barrel with a partially bright about very good bore showing some light pitting and oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces of this scarce percussion revolver have mostly toned to a mix of deep gray and gray-brown patina with scattered areas of old oxidation and some generous original bright blue throughout the protected areas. All markings remain intact and strong, the loading lever assembly showing Kerr’s Patent mark and number “2029” while the cylinder is numbered “1019” and there are no other visible numbers externally. The checkered walnut grip with brass-lined lanyard hole remains in very fine condition showing some lightly chipped points and minor dings retaining excellent fit. The grip does not appear to bear any inspector marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. A respectable example of a low-production model for the antique arms collector. (13A11896-159) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
DEANE, ADAMS & DEANE
scattered areas of light pitting and oxidation with generally strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 40% original bright blue flak ing to deep gray-brown patina under bright light and showing scattered old oxidation and some light scuff marks along the topstrap. The cylinder is mostly a deep gray patina showing some scattered minor pitting and hints of smoky gray case-hardened patina while the protected back surface of the Rigby patent loading lever retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong showing proper period London proof marks and London Bridge address, and the inside of the triggerguard shows number “1775*”. The hammer appears to have been originally made spurless though shows some other damage as the right edge along the top is chipped off and the nose has broken off long ago as well and the base pin retainer screw is an old replacement. The checkered walnut grip remains in about very good plus condition with scattered lightly chipped points and dings. The cylinder is matching the frame, the hammer block safety is intact and the action generally seems to function well mechanically with good timing and lock-up, the trigger needing some manual reset assistance every now and then. A very good example of these fine quality British revolvers that proved popular during the Civil War. (13B11896-227) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
gray-brown patina and showing some light freckling and scattered handling marks. The action is a pleasant mix of pale gray-brown and silvery case-hardened patina embellished in full coverage with fine oak leaf motifs and handsome game scenes of fox and pheasant right, dog and hare left and the upper tang with profiles of stag, roebuck and auerhahn. The horn triggerguard rates about good with a break in the forward root while the underlever and pistolgrip cap are very fine. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and smooth forend rate about very good plus with generous original finish and some overall light dings and handling marks. Stock features left-side cheekpiece and smooth rosewood buttplate that shows some light dings along the toe. The action seems to function nor mally, barrel lock-up is solid and the arm is equipped with sling swivels and wing style safety atop tang. (13B11108-24) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection]
1499.
PERCUSSION
SCHUETZEN
and showing a little older added finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks. The checkering remains mostly strong and the stock
GERMAN
HALFSTOCK
RIFLE BY H. PIRMANN
OHIO PERCUSSION HALFSTOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY J. VINCENT
along with a neatly filled rear sight dovetail. The barrel retains strong “J. VINCENT” marking and the lockplate shows some later-applied somewhat rudimentary foliate embellishments. Hardware includes a pewter nosecap and fancy German silver wedge escutcheons with brass hardware including the thimbles, tailpipe, dual spur triggerguard, crescent buttplate with toe plate and wide food chopper lock screw escutcheon. The stock is of fine curly maple and rather dainty, unfortunately having suffered a break at the wrist, but this has been neatly repaired and the stock nicely refinished with a dark varnish. The stock otherwise just shows some scattered light handling marks and nice tiger stripe figure throughout featuring subtle squared-off cheekpiece on the left side. The rifle is sighted with a fine u-notch rear sight and copper blade front, a simple hickory ramrod is present and the lock with double set triggers is single-acting and seems to function normally. A very good rifle from Washington County, Ohio. (13A11108-93) {ANTIQUE} [Tom Devers Collection] (800/1200)
serial #101730A, 32-20, 24” octagon barrel with a full magazine and a partially bright good bore -
metal gray-brown patina with silver accented high edges, speckled pitting, and light abrasions throughout. The barrel exhibits impact marks mostly confined to areas around the sights while the magazine tube shows some dings and scratches particularly around the magazine hanger. The dust cover appears to have been replaced long ago and the tang drilled and tapped for a tang sight, despite that, the “Model 1873” marking remains intact. The barrel markings have softened over time yet remain legible however the “32 Cal.” markings on both the barrel and carrier remain crisp. The straight grip walnut stock appears to have one repaired crack behind the upper tang with some of the edges a little bit shy of the metal while the forend shows chips on either side of the woodline and a repaired crack near the endcap; both of which have been nicely refinished accenting the prominent grain. The rifle is sighted with a coarsely knurled Lyman combination tang sight, a checkered factory sporting rear sight, and a blade front sight with a copper bead. (24B11871-1) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
1503. GERMAN 1920 POLICE LUGER PISTOL BY DWM
serial #2517s, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright very good plus bore with some touches of light pitting nearer the muzzle but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 92% factory quality refurbished rust blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, a few light dings atop the receiver, and fine previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish; the sideplate is toning lightly to brown under bright light. The strawed parts are largely drifting to a silvery patina with generous remnants of color remaining on the ejector and side of the trigger, and the toggle pins and sear spring display vibrant fire blue. The checkered hardwood grips are in very good condition with some light wear and handling marks, the right panel numbered to the pistol and showing what appears to be a “(star) / K”, the left panel numbered “14” and marked with a clear “S/42” and a partially legible “(eagle) / HZa…” depot marking. The DWM monogram remains clear, the chamber area is undated, multiple small parts show “(crown) / N” proofs, the sear shows an additional depot marking, and the parts have been renumbered to match the pistol with the previous “65” still visible on the trigger; the hold-open, grooved pin, and safety are unnumbered. The front strap shows two separate canceled police unit markings, both appearing to be for the Prussian Schutzpolizei of the Arnsberg district. The police sear safety is intact and the magazine disconnect has been removed often is the case, leaving a small notch in the left side of the frame. Included is a bright-bodied aluminum-base magazine showing some fine oxidation staining, the base likely period numbered to the pistol with “2” marked above and below the serial number. A nice long-serving Weimar-era police Luger. (14A11728-173) {C&R} (800/1200)
1504. GERMAN P.08 LUGER PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #837h, 9mm, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this byf-coded and 42-dated pistol retain about 40% original blue with moderate wear on the high edges and contact points and the balance toned to gray. The small parts retain strong hot salt blue with the ejector toned to plum. The checkered walnut grips are in good condition with a small chip at the top of the left panel, scattered light handling marks, and general light wear; the left panel fits loosely and neither panel is numbered. The metal markings remain clear with the receiver and barrel showing “(eagle) / 135” and eagle firing proofs, and the numbered parts are matching the pistol, including the grooved firing pin. The pistol retains the standard open sights and included is a blued-bodied aluminum-base magazine, the base renumbered to the pistol with the remnants of the original number visible beneath. A salty example of a mid-WWII Luger. (14A11728-283) {C&R}
1505. SAVAGE MODEL 1899-F SADDLE RING CARBINE
added finish, and an attractive ghost ring beneath the saddle ring stud. The protected areas of the lever retain strong case-hardened colors, with the exterior surfaces showing light to more moderate oxidation staining. The straight grip walnut stock and schnabel forend are in very good condition with a few short tight cracks behind the upper tang, an about 1” crack on the right side of the stock nose, and light handling marks and areas of finish loss scattered throughout; the curved steel buttplate has toned to gray with spots of moderate oxidation staining and light wear at heel and toe. The stock, buttplate, and forend are numbered to the rifle and the factory metal markings remain clear and easily legible. The carbine is sighted with a nickel silver blade front sight and a ladder-style rear sight, and the saddle ring and stud are intact. An honest example of these desirable carbines. (14B11934-12) {C&R} (800/1200)
1506. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1913 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #863, 35 S&W Auto, 3 1/2” barrel with a near excellent bore showing minor scattered oxidation. This Type VII pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 97% original blue with edge wear, minor freckling, and a few handling marks. The smooth walnut grips feature gold S&W medallions, are both numbered to the gun, and they rate about very good plus with handling marks. This gun features fixed sights, a “straight back” finger safety under the triggerguard, roller safety on the backstrap, the sides of the slide overlap the frame, the S&W monogram is not present, and a rear-sliding magazine catch. Included is a brown cloth covered hinged factory box that is correctly end labeled to the gun, it is numbered to another gun that is very close to this one, bore brush, and a factory seven-round magazine. The box rates about excellent, the corners show light to moderate storage wear. A very nice Model 1913. (8A11730863) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (800/1200)
1507. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1913 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #791, 35 S&W Auto, 3 1/2” barrel with a near excellent bore showing minor freckling on the edges of the lands. This Type III pistol remains in excellent condition and retains about 97% original blue with minor thinning, light edge wear, and few handling marks. The smooth walnut grips feature gold S&W medallions, are both numbered to the gun, and they rate about excellent with minor handling marks. This gun features fixed sights, a “straight back” finger safety under the triggerguard, roller safety on the backstrap, and side-sliding magazine catch. It includes a factory seven-round magazine. (8A11730-853) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1508. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 340SC AIRLITE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #DAP9073, 357 Magnum, 1 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely scandium-frame Centennial revolver is as-new-in-box and retains about 99% orig inal anodized finish while the titanium cylinder rates excellent. The smooth combat trigger retains strong case-hardened colors. The pebble grain Hogue Bantam grips feature S&W monograms and rate excellent. This gun features a Baughman ramp front sight and fixed rear sight. It includes a factory hard case that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, fired case, internal lock keys, cable lock, manual, paperwork. (8A11730-639) {MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1509. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 4536 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #TFK7860, 45 ACP, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This gun was produced only in 1991 with very few sales reported, although no figures are given, it is considered very scarce. This pistol appears virtually as-newin-box and the stainless steel surfaces rate excellent. The checkered one-piece wraparound Xenoy grips feature factory monograms, straight backstrap, and rate excellent. This gun feature three dot Novak sights, bobbed hammer with serrations for single action cocking, frame mounted de-cocker, and rounded triggerguard with checkering. This gun includes the factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory seven-round magazines with removable finger rest floorplates, manual, and paperwork. These were intended as working guns and to find such a scarce item in such fine condition is a great opportunity for the collector. MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (1000/1500)
1510. EXCEPTIONAL SMITH & WESSON CHIEFS SPECIAL AIRWEIGHT HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #24112, 38 Special, 1 7/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely fourscrew revolver was produced in 1953 and remains in excellent condition. The revolver retains about 98% original blue and anodized finishes showing light muzzle wear, a very fine line of wear on the edge of one flute, and minor handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors with light operational wear. The grips are an anomaly on this gun, as early J-frames had a frame about 1/8” shorter than the remainder of production. The grips on this gun are cut for the shorter frame, however they are correctly serial numbered on one panel and assembly numbered on the other to this gun. They are diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips with silver S&W medallions and are in excellent condition with a tiny chip at the top front edge of the left grip. All the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun although the crane lacks a serial number but is correctly assembly numbered to the frame. It has the standard fixed sights, features the early aluminum cylinder and appears to function mechanically. It includes a mismatched box labeled to a Model 37 with accessories. A desirable must have revolver for J-frame collections. (8B10826-410) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (800/1200)
1511. 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 contact point wear with oxidation staining visible in the areas of loss, while the frame has toned largely to a mottled 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 “longline” 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]
1512. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER
serial #87467, 22 RF, 3 3/16” barrel with a bright very good bore showing a light pitting midway with otherwise strong rifling. This lovely Third Issue retains 98% original nickel finish showing 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 tiny 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 st. A fine example. (26B10826-586) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. (800/1200)
1513. 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 show ing scattered light handling marks and in termittent 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. (26B10826-295) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. (800/1200)
1514. 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 cyl inder, 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
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} (800/1200)
1515. 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 retain 97% orig inal nickel finish showing some intermittent bubbling, min imal 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 high condition double deringer. (26A10826-172) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (800/1200)
1516. 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 finish 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 and 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. Coll tion]
1517. JAPANESE CONTRACT SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO. 3 REVOLVER
serial #33168, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 92% reapplied polished blue showing a few areas toning to a mild gray-brown patina under bright light, remnants of oxidation staining and light polishing marks here and there. The triggerguard has taken on a deep plum tone and the original markings are intact and strong showing simplified single line barrel address and S&W monogram on right side of frame. The checkered walnut grips rate very good plus right and very good left showing some scattered light dings, small chip at top corner of the left panel and edges a little bit shy of the metal. The grips have been restamped to match the gun, possibly by a Japanese arsenal, and the remaining numbered parts are properly matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function normally. The included factory letter indicates the revolver shipped as-described on September 1, 1898 to Takata & Co. of Yokohama, Japan, distributors who worked as agents for the Japanese government. A good example for the martial or Japanese arms collector with a nice bore. (13A11888-3) {ANTIQUE} (800/1000)
1518. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #9781, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this Baby Russian retain perhaps 60% original bright blue showing some mild old oxidation staining and flaking to a pleasant deep gray-brown patina. The hammer retains nice vibrant case-hardened colors throughout while the remaining small parts show fine dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The barrel markings are crisp and the smooth walnut grips rate excellent showing just a few light handling marks and retaining very fine fit. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. The included factory letter indicates this revolver shipped as-described on November 22, 1876 to Smith & Wesson’s New York City distributor M. W. Robinson Co. in a 50-gun mixed finishes shipment billed at $12.50 each. A nice earlier blued Baby Russian with the smooth walnut grips. (13A11928-1) {ANTIQUE} (800/1000)
1519. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER
serial #76846, 22 RF, 2 11/16” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some old light pitting and oxidation with otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel and frame of this scarce shorter barrel variant retain perhaps 60% original bright blue with scattered flaking to mild gray-brown patina and a few areas of old oxidation, namely along the left barrel flute. The cylinder has mostly toned to a deep plumbrown patina showing some scattered pinprick pitting and some flakes of original bright blue in the flutes. The hammer retains generous vibrant case-hardened colors while the ejector rod and trigger are a smoky gray and the barrel retains strong markings properly located on the left side. The smooth rose wood grips remain in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some light flaking along the left panel and some other minor handling marks. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and the other numbered parts are matching by assembly number “T44”. Barrel-to-frame fit is very good and the action will requir a little mechanical attention as the hand does not come up properly to rotate the cylinder, likely due to a spring issue, but t remains crisp. The included factory letter indicates this revolver shipped as described, probably on July 20, 1872 in a mixed 3 order to Smith & Wesson’s New York City distributor M. W. Robinson Co. (13A11928-2) {ANTIQUE} (800/1000)
1520. INTERESTING ORNATE MEDITERRANEAN FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS
About 12 bore flaring to 2” at the muzzle, 12 3/4” barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is toning to a mix of deep gray and plum-brown patina showing some old oxidation staining and light dings. The top of the barrel shows nice decorative crosshatching to accent the inlaid silver wire motifs that run its full-length. The lock shows somewhat rudimentary foliate embellishments and is equipped with a faceted pan, grooved bridled frizzen and frizzen spring cover plate. The short walnut stock is especially ornate featuring lovely full-coverage brass wire foliate and geometric
smaller area of wire having been lost to the years. All sides of the stock are further enhanced with very nice floral mother-ofpearl and carnelian inlays. The stock proper is in very fine condition with a thin 2” sliver threatening to detach left of the upper tang. A simple wooden ramrod is present and the lock is crisp. A very fine and attractive blunderbuss for the antique arms collector. (13B11666-36) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection]
About .45 cal, 39” octagon barrels with about good bores showing old pitting and oxidation with generally strong bout 80% of an antique deep plum-brown finish showing some scattered old oxidation that is mostly mild and some honest erosion from cap splash around the breeches. The right side is joined with a solid rib while the left is fitted with four brass thimbles holding a simple hickory ramrod. The top flat shows a slightly faded lightly engraved name that appears to be “G.E. MORGAN” and the back action lockplates are rather spartan and a similar patina as the barrels, the right with a very faded lock maker mark. The arms features simple drum and nipple bolsters and the triggerguard and crescent buttplate are brass, the right side of the stock with a German silver pendulum patchbox. The walnut stock rates very fine having dark ened somewhat from the years and showing scattered light dings, otherwise retaining nice fit. A rather nice rifle for over the mantel. (13B11804-4) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection]
1522. MICHIGAN SWIVEL BREECH PERCUSSION BUCK & BALL GUN BY E.K. PURDY
engraved with some simple thin riband embellishments and the rifle is equipped with iron triggerguard, and brass trigger, crescent buttplate and toe plat that show a nice deep ocher patina. The smooth walnut stock rates about very good plus with some darkening from the years, a few small drying cracks scattered about and some other old dings. The stock otherwise maintains a rather honest appearance overall. The barrel catch is actuated by a small round button atop the upper tang and the barrels are sighted with semi-buckhorn rear sights and a silver blade front for rifle and silver bead for shotgun. The barrels lock-up with moderate play and the hammer appears to be bent in slightly but the lock is functional. An old brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present along with a more modern plain wooden rod. A very good buck and ball gun with a lot of character from Schoolcraft Michigan. (13A11804-1) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (800/1000)
1523. WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
8990B, 32 WCF, 24” octagon barrel with full magazine and a fair-good bore showing light pitting, a few areas perhaps more moderate ahead of the chamber, along with generous bright areas and good rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1912-made rifle are mostly a mix of medium gray and plum-brown patina showing some scattered light pitting, old dings and small tool marks from honest use. The magazine tube and hanger exhibit some play ing. and a few small shallow chips along the edges of the forend. The buttstock may be an old period replacement as it is a bit proud of the metal and the toe line and some areas of the forend display some subtle attractive grain figure. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and small German silver blade front, the dust cover is intact and the action seems to function normally. (13A11968-1) {C&R} (800/1000)
94 LEVER ACTION RIFLE
area toned to pewter at rear of bolt. The smooth walnut stocks remain in near excellent condition retaining most of their original varnish with just a few light dings and scattered handling marks, their fit remaining excellent. The original hard rubber Marlin Safety buttplate is intact and in near excellent condition as well. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and generous German silver beaded blade front. A nice 1930s production Marlin in an attractive configuration. (13A11968-2) {C&R} (800/1000)
1524. MARLIN MODEL
equipped with a factory Stevens “WALNUT HILL”-marked barrel but with the other features more in line with the No. 414 Armory model particularly in the stock configuration. The barrel retains about 75% original blue ap pearing stronger under ambient light with scattered fading to mild gray-brown patina and a few small light dings or handling marks. The action retains about 80% original cyanide casehardened colors with areas toning to a deep plum-brown patina and showing a little oxidation staining. The breechblock retains about 90% bright blue, the barrel is matching the frame and all markings remain strong. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and wide long forend remain in very fine condition with strong original oil finish showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stock is equipped with a heavy steel checkered buttplate and the factory sling swivels have been removed from the toe line and barrel band. The barrel is equipped with a pair of target blocks and the rifle is sighted with a correct Lyman receiver sight fitted with a BSA aperture disc with six sel apertures along with a target globe front sight with medium square post insert. The action features a short throw hammer and se function well mechanically. An attractive example of a scarce Stevens variant. (13B11968-4) {C&R}
serial #4676212, 30 Carbine, 18” 11-43 dated IBM Corp barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal Parkerized finish with light operational and high edge wear, a few touches of grease staining, and a few light handling marks and specks of minor oxidation. The M2 walnut stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition with remnants of an older abrasion on the right side forend and some scattered light dings and handling marks, the right side of the butt stamped with a partial “U.” and the handguard appearing unmarked. The receiver markings are intact and clear, the serial number duplicated ahead of the rear sight as sometimes done during refurbishment, the barrel markings slightly light save for the year which is more boldly stamped, the bolt is marked for Quality Hardware, and the remaining parts appear to be a mix of Winchester and Inland sourced. The carbine features a milled adjustable rear sight, flat bolt, rotary safety, detachable recoil spring housing, and Type III barrel band with bayonet lug. A single 15-round “OI-SG” marked magazine is included. (10A11897-21) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #184076, 30 Carbine, 18” 1-43 dated Inland barrel with a bright excellent bore. The -
dation staining and contact point and high edge wear. The oval-cut low-wood stock is in very good plus condition with “IR / (ordnance bomb)” marks in the sling cut, crisp “P” and “Z” proofs on the pistolgrip andked with all other marked parts from various contractors, and the carbine features a Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, rotary safety, Type IV magazine release, and stamped adjustable rear sight. Included is a single 15-round “IS” marked magazine, 1943-dated magazine pouch, and shipping document from R.I.A. A solid arsenal refurbished carbine. (10A11897-34) {C&R} (800/1200) 1528. U.S. MODEL 1922 MII BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
and handling marks, with a crisp boxed “SA / O” mark on the left side butt. The rifle is sighted with a blade front sight and Lyman No. 48 receiver mounted aperture sight with disc. Included is a single five-round “M2” marked magazine. A fine condition M2 that is sure to impress. (10A11897-37) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #6913167, 30 Carbine, 18” 2-45 dated Inland Division barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95-97% arsenal gray-green parkerized finish with light contact point and high edge wear. The walnut pistolgrip stock and four-rivet handguard rate excellent with crisp “S.S.A.”, circled “P”, and “125” inspector proofs and rack marking. The handguard is “S” marked underneath and the barrel and receiver markings are intact and clear with most of the marked parts being Inland contract with others from Winchester, National Postal Meter, Saginaw, and IBM. The carbine features a round bolt, rotary safety, Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, stamped adjustable rear sight, sling and oiler. No magazine is included but are readily available online. A very nice arsenal refurbished carbine. (10A11857-15) {C&R} (800/1200)
1530. REMINGTON ARMS CO. MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER
serial #179, 41 RF, 3” barrels with bright about very good bores showing scattered spots of oxidation and pitting with evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain per haps 97-98% original nickel finish with scattered spots flaked to brown, light handling marks and minor high edge wear. The small parts are toning mostly dull gray with splashes of bright fire blue in the protected areas. The barrel to frame fit is solid and the single line “Rem ington Arms Co. Ilion, N.Y.” barrel address remains crisp. The smooth rosewood grips rate near excellent with lovely raised grain figure retaining nearly all of their original finish. A very good example of these Type II deringers for the American Arms collector. (10B11199-130) {C&R} (800/1200)
gunmetal patina with fine oxidation staining, strong remnants of blue along the top of the bolt and in the protected areas, and some light scratches on the left side. The loading gate retains vibrant fire blue with an area of wear through the middle, and the lever shows some strong casehardened colors on the sides with the balance drifting to gray with light oxidation staining. The walnut stock and forend are in very good condition as lightly cleaned long ago, the buttstock showing an older added finish with light wear at the toe, with a short hairline crack at the rear of the lower tang, some scattered light dings and handling marks, and the tangs and toe of the buttplate lightly proud of the stock. The two-line barrel address and other factory markings remain crisp, and a few of the screws show light slot wear with one on the underside of the lower tang with more moderate wear. The rifle is sighted with a small German silver blade front sight and a semi-buckhorn sporting-style rear sight. A solid 1901-made Model 1894 rifle for the Winchester enthusiast. (14A11656-46) {C&R} (800/1200)
99% arsenal reapplied blue with a few light handling marks and some hints of previous light pitting, and the bolt remains bright. The Eurasian hardwood stock is in near excellent condition with some scattered light handling marks and an arsenal added shellac finish, softened Soviet proofs still visible on the right side of the butt. The primary barrel markings remain strong with the small proofs partially struck or softened, the Izhevsk circled “C” sniper grade marking not discernable, however the left side of the barrel shows an arsenal struck-out scope serial number with a second “A-96051” scope serial number added (a common practice during refurbishment); the magazine, buttplate, and bolt are serialized and matching to the rifle, and the prefix is one of those known to have been used by Izhevsk for snipers in 1944. The receiver is import marked by RGuns. The scope mount shows a small Izhevsk arsenal mark on the exterior, with the interior showing the typical large circular machining marks, and no evident markings on present on the base. The scope is in very good condition with some light wear of the blue, spots of previous light pitting beneath the finish, and some flaking of the black enamel around the ocular lens, the glass a touch cloudy with a strong reticle. The scope is numbered “b-41661” and shows a rework mark. The rifle retains the standard open sights. A fine example of these desirable WWII sniper rifles. (14A1186256) {C&R} (800/1200)
out. The metal surfaces of this mid-1942 production rifle retain about 98% arsenal reapplied dark gray Parkerized finish with light wear on some high edges and contact points, and showing a few spots of previous light pitting beneath the finish; the gas cylinder, gas cylinder lock, and screw display a silver-gray finish. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an arsenal quality repair at the toe, a repaired crack at the base of the handguard, and some scattered light handling marks; the stock is devoid of markings. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, and the marked parts are from a variety of contractors including Springfield Armory, H&R, and Winchester. The left side of the receiver is neatly import marked by Intrac. The rifle features the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, an unrelieved operating rod, milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. (14A11864-21) {C&R} (800/1200)
U.S. M1 GARAND RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
on the high edges and contact points, more moderate in spots, with a few light handling marks and the handguard bands toned to pewter. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good condition with a fine 2” crack in the rear of the handguard, scattered light dings and handling marks, and a few spots of light cleaning; the stock is devoid of markings. The receiver and barrel markings are crisp, the operating rod is LMR-made, and the remaining marked parts show Springfield Armory drawing numbers. The rifle features the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums, a milled triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. A solid arsenal refurbished mid-WWII M1 rifle for the budding collector. (14A11864-20) {C&R} (800/1200)
of original blue and a medium gray-brown patina showing silvery high edge wear and handling marks while the screw slots remain crisp.
The lever, hammer, and bolt have mostly toned to a gunmetal gray-brown with scattered oxidation staining matching the barrel bands with the rear barrel band screw replaced. The shotgun buttstock rates very good with a couple small dings and a fine about 1” crack on the right side of the wrist that should be easily fixed; the hard rubber buttplate remains intact. The forend rates very good plus with one minor chip on the right side woodline and light impact marks on the underside, otherwise the fit is excellent. The carbine is sighted with a Lyma coarsely knurled combination sight sans the folding aperture, a standard carbine graduated rear sight, and a standard post fron with an ivory bead. An honest example of a 94 saddle ring carbine with a great bore. (24B11716-13) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #362116, 300 Savage, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore and strong rifling. The barrel of this 1937-made rifle retains about 97% original blue with light oxidation speckling throughout and slight g ibrant
color showing when the action is open and the bolt shows light oxidation staining throughout. The stocks rate very good plus with scattered mild impact marks with swivels installed and a handful of minor chips concentrated on the forend within 2” of the receiver ring. It is possible that the walnut stocks were cleaned long ago and finish reapplied as the wood is a bit shy of the metal only along the lower tang; curiously the buttplate has been refinished and reads “369116” differing by one number from the otherwise serial matching components. The rifle is sighted with a Redfield 70H adjustable aperture sight with the rear dovetail blanked, and a Redfield “Sourdough” front sight with a brass insert. A great example of a great condition Model 99. (24B11759-23) {C&R} (800/1200)
serial #A134771, 22 LR, 5 1/2” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol retains about 98-99% original blue showing slight thinning on the frontstrap, edge wear, and minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature finger and thumb rest and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a Patridge front sight, black blade adjustable rear sight, and cocking indicator. It includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A fine target pistol. (8A11921-9) {C&R}
1538. REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER
serial #42766, 38 RF, 7 1/2” octagon barrel with a lightly oxidized and pitted bore. There are later added wedges of open scroll engraving on the frame behind the recoil shields with a thin border along the lower window for about 10% coverage. The barrel retains perhaps 75-80% original blue showing a mottled mix of blue and brown. The unfluted cylinder, frame, and straps have toned to a gray–brown patina with a few remnants of original blue while the brass triggerguard has worn to goldenrod with about 20% original silver plate in the protected areas. The smooth walnut factory grips show later added varnish, and rate about very good with light handling marks and a minor chip on the left panel by the frame. The screw heads are mostly worn to pewter or brown, a few with light slot damage, and light fire blue on the loading lever screw. The face of the cylinder has a numerous dings around the cylinder from hammer hits and the hammer will not come to full cock, as such, the cylinder does not correctly time. (8A11871-20) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
metal surfaces retain about 85% original blue toning to brown with some sparsely scattered light oxidation, the occasional pit and carry mark, and the buttplate is mostly brown with light wear and oxidation along the edges and at the heel. The lockplate and hammer retain about 90% original oil-quenched blackened finish toning to brown. The 1873-dated breechblock and rear tang retain 95% original case-hardened colors, the blues and browns quite vivid in areas. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition retaining much original oil finish with scattered dents and handling marks. There is a light left side cartouche, two circled “P” firing proofs and “87” rack number in the comb just in front of the buttplate. The rifle is equipped with a correct front sight, Buffington rear sight, three position tumbler, bronze firing pin, and a slotted button tip cleaning rod is included. A fine condition example of these slightly smaller Trapdoor rifles. (5A11813-15) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
and some light handling marks under a lacquer finsh, the buttstock with some very nice grain figure. The metal edges are proud of the wood, the crescent checkered steel buttplate sits partially offset to the butt. The original sights remain intact and the barrel, receiver, and tang are factory drilled and tapped. This model saw limited production from 1910 – 1917 and is desirable among Stevens and vintage rifle collectors. (4A11874-37) {C&R} (800/1200)
light handling marks and areas of light surface oxidation scattered throughout. The bolt retains much of its original blue and is electropencil numbered to the rifle. The schnabel tipped, checkered walnut stock rates very good with some small dings and other light handling marks. There is some moderate flaking to the varnish on the butt mostly along the toe-line. Rifle is equipped with a globe-style front sight, the rear barrel sight removed and the dovetail blanked. A Lyman adjustable aperture sight is mounted to the receiver and target blocks are installed on the forward receiver ring and on the barrel just ahead of the rear sight dovetail. A vintage Lyman Cutts compensator has been installed at the muzzle. Overall, this is a very nice 1932-vintage Model 54 that should make a great shooter. (4A11951-14) {C&R} (800/1200)
inning
blue that is lightly flaking and toning to brown with some small wear marks and areas of scattered light surface oxidation. The receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, the receiver is stamped “U.S.M.C. PROPERTY / 22 LONG RIFLE” above the serial number. The bolt is numbered to a different rifle. The target-style smooth walnut stock rates near excellent with a few minor dings and other light handling marks. The stock features a forward hand stop rail, a single rear sling swivel and is stamped “14” just behind the upper tang. The buttplate is correct but is chipping and flaking around its edges. The rifle is not equipped with sights but has barrel and receiver target blocks and a left sight rear sight base installed. A matching Civilian Marksmanship Program certificate of authenticity that is dated “January, 23, 2007” is included. The barrel date code indicates manufacture in September of 1958. A terrific example of these U.S. Marine Corps marked training rifles. (4A11700-56) {C&R} (800/1200)
tion. The
receiver and barrel markings remain crisp, the receiver is stamped “U.S. PROPERTY” on its right side. The underside of the bolt is electro-pencil numbered to the receiver, and scratch numbered on its top as well. The target style smooth walnut stock rates very good with some small dings and other light handling or impact marks. The stock features a forward hand stop rail, a single rear sling swivel and is marked “6” in white paint on the base of the pistolgrip. The buttplate is correct but is lightly chipping and flaking around its edges. The rifle is not equipped with sights but has barrel and receiver target blocks and a rear sight base installed. A matching Civilian Marksmanship Program certificate of authenticity that is dated “January, 23, 2007” is included. The barrel date code indicates manufacture in September of 1956, the first year of production for this model. A terrific example of these U.S. marked training rifles. (4A11700-54) {C&R} (800/1200)
original sights remain intact, minus the front sight hood. The action appears to function correctly. The serial number places the manufacture of this carbine in the brief unrecorded time between 1946 and 1948, just after WWII. This is a fine post-war example of these more desirable flat band carbines. (4A11762-3) {C&R} (800/1200)
handling marks and a few specks of very light surface oxidation. The factory markings remain crisp, the barrel is not choke marked. The checkered walnut stocks rate excellent. The buttstock has some terrific figure and features a raised comb and a Decelerator vented recoil pad and a 14 3/4" length of pull. Shotgun is equipped with dual bead sights and included is a single skeet choke. Made in 1956 it appears that the Cutts system is likely factory installed and overall would make a terrific sporting shotgun for the skeet range or afield. (4A11765-12) {C&R} (700/900)
serial #2192200, 32 WS, 20” round barrel with full magazine and bright excellent bore. This is a nice 1955-manufactured carbine, retaining 97-98% original blue, showing scattered very light handling wear with some areas toning to brown in direct light. The smooth walnut stocks with serrated buttplate rate very good plus, showing scattered light dings and handling marks with the right-side wrist showing a lightly scratched marking which is illegible. It is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and hooded bead front and has been equipped with later-added sling swivels. A handsome and highcondition 94 Carbine. (26A11862-28) {C&R} (800/1200)
gray-brown patina and showing scattered handling wear with some old dried finish on the flanks. The receiver has toned to a smoky gunmetal, retaining generous remnants of original finish in the protected areas and loading gate, and showing scattered fine oxidation staining with handsome glimpses of case-hardened colors along the lever with a small and lovely flare of vibrant colors on the left side. The smooth walnut stocks rate very good plus showing period added finish with expected dings and handling marks concentrated mostly about the forend and a softened 3/4” abrasion rear of the tang; the nosecap and crescent buttplate have toned to a mottled gray-brown patina with some old dried finish at their edges. It is sighted with a semi-buckhorn sporting rear and silver bead front and all markings remain crisp and legible. An honest and mechanically sound example manufactured in 1907. (26A11656-207) {C&R} (800/1200)
1548. GERMAN P.35(P) SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY RADOM
serial #P3756, 9mm, 4 1/2" barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing very light frosting and strong rifling throughout. This Grade III pistol retains about 60% rough original blue, thinning throughout and showing scattered operational wear, and it is equipped with a pair of “Radom” Franzite grips by Sports, Inc. of Chicago which show light handling wear and improperly spaced escutcheons leading to warping. The left-side barrel lug is marked “756/K” with firing proof directly below, the opposite side shows an “[eagle]/623”. The single-line slide legend shows an “eagle/77”, firing proof and softened “[eagle]/683” to its right. Included is a single factory magazine with “[eagle]/189”-marked floorplate which rates very good plus which fits very tightly. (26A11728-284) {C&R} (700/900)
original blue, thinning along the barrel and toning to brown in direct light with the magazine remaining quite vibrant, both showing scattered light handling wear and oxidation staining with the barrel band and nosecap toning to gunmetal. The receiver has toned to a smoky gunmetal showing scattered light oxidation staining and pinprick pitting with a few scant glimpses of original blue visible on the small parts and edges. The smooth walnut stocks rate near excellent showing scattered light handling wear. It is sighted with a factory 32 Special rear sight and German silver blade front and all markings, including those on the rear sight, remain crisp. A handsome and honest Special Order rifle with plenty of life left in it. (26A117281360) {C&R} (800/1200)
dling wear and light oxidation staining with some fine oxidation at the muzzle. The receiver has toned to a gray-brown patina showing scattered pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining with scattered generous remnants of original blue mostly about the lever and loading gate. The smooth walnut stocks rate very good, retaining generous original varnish with scattered dings and handling marks and a few streaks of thinning finish. The forend exhibits very slight play with otherwise excellent wood-tometal fit. It is sighted with a flat-top sporting rear and Lyman brass bead front and all markings remain crisp. Manufacture of these rifles began in 1924, and this early example remains in stellar mechanical condition, making a lovely find for the Winchester collector. (26B11728-1365) {C&R} (800/1200)
1551. EXCELLENT GERMAN P.38 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY MAUSER
serial #3936l, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this “byf/43”-coded pistol retain 97-98% original blue, showing light handling marks and sharp edge wear. The grooved mottled brown phenolic resin grips remain excellent showing light handling wear mostly at the top of the left panel. The left side frame shows a crisp “eagle/135” waffenamt, the slide is properly numbered to the gun and shows right-side firing proof flanked by two “eagle/135” waffenamts. The barrel is matching and shows a crisp “eagle/135” on the left-side with the locking block also matching and showing correct markings. Included is a single “jvd” marked magazine which remains excellent. A nice find for the German martial collector. (26A11953-10) {C&R} (1
1552. GERMAN P.37 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL BY FEG
serial #54992, 32 ACP, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This “jhv/43”-coded pistol retains about 92% original blue, showing light operational and high edge wear with very light oxidation staining scattered about the left of the slide. The grooved walnut grip panels remain excellent showing minimal handling wear. The slide and barrel are properly numbered to the frame and the pistol shows strong markings with proper German designation, firing proofs and Waffenamts. Included is a single serial-numbered matching magazine with “P.Mod.37” floorplate which rates excellent, as well as a black leather P.08-style holster which rates near excellent with light handling wear, showing handwritten “Buchholz” on the interior in green and devoid of any other markings. A nice example for the German martial collector. (26A11903-15) {C&R}
1553. NORINCO M14 SPORTER SEMI-AUTO RIFLE
serial #G00438, 308 Win, 22” barrel measuring 24 1/2" with muzzle device and a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this CAI-imported rifle retain 98% gray Parkerized finish, showing a few scattered light handling marks with some light operational wear on the bolt. The mottled brown synthetic handguard remains excellent, and the U.S.G.I. M14-pattern hardwood stock rates very good plus, cled
“P” cartouches, and the right buttstock being stamped “AA/6249”; it retains its hinged buttplate and internal compartments. This example retains its ventilated “birdcage” flash hider and faux bayonet lug, sling swivels, and features a U.S.G.I. “TRW”-marked bolt, showing a “ZG” and numbered “7790186”. It is sighted with standard aperture rear and post front, and no magazine is included but they are readily available. A fine example of these desirable Chinese rifles. (26A11862-25) {MODERN} (800/1200)
serial #10315, 22 LR, 26” custom round barrel with deep flutes along its length and a bright excellent bore. This rifle has seen a full customization job by New England gunsmith Ed Lander. The barrel retains about 97% original blue showing a few scattered freckles and light handling marks. The action retains perhaps 90% nice vibrant case-hardened colors that appear to be original, obscured somewhat beneath an old protective lacquer finish and showing a little old oxidation staining. The lever loop and breechblock have been modified, the breechblock with an added shroud covering the hammer. The action retains strong original markings. The rifle is custom-stocked in curly maple featuring wide long forend with rail and pistolgrip buttstock with tall but rather shallow left-side cheekpiece. The stocks rate near excellent showing a few light handling marks and nice figure. The rifle includes a maple handstop with sling swivel and a maple palm rest and is sighted with a French Unique fully adjustable aperture rear sight and target globe front with assortment of inserts. The action seems to function normally and the rifle also includes a nicely made custom hardwood case. A fine custom Ballard sporting rifle. (13A11948-10) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
.75 cal, 46” barrel with an oxidized bore, the muzzle slightly out-of-round. This musket appears to have utilized mostly British components as is so often seen, while the stock is obviously American appearing to be cherry or something similar. The arm may be an old reconversion using antique parts and looks honest overall, the barrel showing period commercial London proof marks and an “(Asterisk) / RW” stamp. The barrel is mostly a plum-brown patina with areas of gunmetal gray and the lockplate a darker brown patina overall showing light pitting. The lockplate retains softened partially visible “TOWER” at rear and faint Royal Cypher in center. The brass hardware is a mild ocher patina overall showing some scattered light dings and the convex sideplate shows a couple of small brazed repairs along the edges. The stock shows a dark brown finish with hints of the cherry-like grain showing through in areas and rates very good showing some scattered thin slivers and minor drying cracks, along with a few wellexecuted repairs along the forend edges and above the lockplate. The comb retains nice edges, the barrel is equipped with a small sighting/bayonet stud and a brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present. A rather ill-fitting “US”-marked socket bayonet in fair condition is also included and the lock is not particularly crisp but functional. A solid flintlock for over the mantel. (13A11690-2) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
CUSTOM BALL & WILLIAMS BALLARD SPORTING RIFLE BY ED
1555. YANKEE-STOCKED FLINTLOCK MILITIA MUSKET
1556. SCARCE WALTHER POST-WAR P38 HIGH POLISH
serial #22858E, 9mm, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1966 proofdated pistol retain about 99% original bright blue and black anodized finishes showing just a few sparsely scattered tiny handling marks. All markings remain crisp showing commercial “(Eagle) / N” proofs and “ IN GERMANY” stamp on the right side of the frame. The black checkered plastic grips rate near excellent, the left panel with a few scattered light handling marks. One P1-marked magazine is included. An excellent example of the more desirable and lower production high polished variant. (13A11953-9) {C&R}
1557. ATTRACTIVE PENNSYLVANIA FULLSTOCK FLINTLOCK LONG RIFLE
some of its screws being more modern replacements. The fittings on this rifle are quite handsome consisting of brass nosecap, three faceted ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, three wedges, triggerguard with single spur at rear, pierced foliate patch box, buttplate, toe plate and flat solid sideplate with some light foliate embellishments. The barrel wedges enter from the right side without escutcheons but into oval German silver escutcheons along the left side and there is a German silver monogram plate atop the wrist, a couple of silver geometric inlays along the toe line and a nice inlaid silver starburst and rectangular plate on the left side of the buttstock at the very scant decorative squared-off cheekpiece. The stock appears to be maple or similar American hardwood with attractive burnt striping throughout, rating very good plus with a few scattered thin cracks, some lengthy slivers missing along the right edge of forend and a few more noticeable old cracks around the toe. The stock otherwise maintains a nice appearance overall and shows some light foliate carving along the left side of the buttstock. A simple hickory ramrod with broken tip is present and the rifle is sighted with a fine u-notch rear sight and silver blade front. The lock with double set triggers seems to function normally when single-acting. A nice flintlock rifle with some attractive amenities. (13B11579-42) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
1558. EARLY SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #685, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore showing one tiny spot of pinprick pitting. This fine gun retains about 99% original nickel plate with scattered light handling marks and a couple of rotation rings on the cylinder. The spur trigger and top latch retain full blue while the hammer has beautiful case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monogram, are numbered to the gun, and remain in superb condition. This gun has a pinned half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, barrel to frame lockup is tight, all appropriate parts are cor rectly numbered to the gun, and it has a crisp action. This is a superb Second Model that appears to have never been fired. (8A11588-7) {ANTIQUE}
Goulcher lock. The barrel has a fine rich plum-brown patina showing some old oxidation staining and a bit of honest light pitting around the simple drum and nipple bolster. The lock is a similar patina showing a few softened light embellish ments and Goulcher name in riband. The brass fittings of this rifle are simple and utilitarian consisting of a heavy nosecap, two ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, thin triggerguard with single rear spur, crescent buttplate with iron heel point, toe plate and a semi-fancy decorative sideplate that shows some endearing rudimentary embellishments. The stock is curly maple with an attractive dark stain and remains in very fine to near excellent condition showing just some scattered light dings and handing marks. Stock fit is excellent and the wood exhibits some fine subtle figure beneath the stain throughout, the buttstock rather dainty and with scant left-side cheekpiece. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a semi-buckhorn fine v-notch rear sight and scant German silver blade front sight. The lock is equipped with double set triggers and appears to be singleacting. A very fine honest rifle that was a serious hunting arm in its day. (13B11678-31) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
very good plus right bore showing some remnants of raised dings nearer the muzzle and an excellent left bore, and 26 1/4” Italian proofed barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. The 30” barrels retain about 96% restored blue with spots thinning and toning to brown under bright light, a light handling mark or two, and some previous light pitting beneath the finish. The 26 1/4” barrels retain about 98% maker applied blue with a few light handling marks and spots toning to gray-brown under bright light. The frame retains nearly all the restored case color with only a few touches of silvering on high edges and spots of previous light pitting beneath the finish, the factory Specialty Grade flowing scroll engraving remaining crisp with a pair of quail nested on the left and a duck in flight on the right. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in very good plus condition as nicely restored with a tight hairline crack on the right side of the wrist, missed except upon close examination, a couple lightly repaired cracks in the base of the forend, and a few spots of oil staining on the forend. The forend features an ebony forend tip insert, the stock shows some attractive grain figure, is fit with a grooved black plastic buttplate giving a 13 5/8” length of pull with drops of 1 1/2” and 2 1/2”. The original markings on the 30” barrels are largely intact, “G RADE” having been retraced, and is numbered to the shotgun, and the 26 1/4” barrels have the “L.C. SMITH Specialty G RADE” marking reproduced, “EDW.A.LANDER” stamped at the base of the matted rib, and are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up with both barrel sets a hair off-face, a sliver of light visible between the breech and standing breech, with the lever coming to rest at center and features the Hunter One trigger, ejectors, and is sighted with a lone brass bead on the 30” barrels and a Bradley-style bead on the 26 1/4” barrels. Included is a vintage lockable leather case in good condition with light wear along the corners, all but one leather fixture absent, and light handling marks, and no key is present. A restored Specialty Grade with a well-made extra set of barrels. (14A11948-9) {C&R} (800/1000)
1561. CUSTOM STEVENS IDEAL NO. 44 1/2 FALLING
BLOCK RIFLE BY ED LANDER
serial #6042, 32-40, 28” custom part octagon part round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 99% original blue with a few light handling marks, the falling block and hammer showing minor operational wear, and the lever and lower tang retaining strong reapplied blue with the triggerguard toning to plum under bright light. The frame retains about 90% case-hardened colors with light silvering on the high edges, the sides drifting to gray, and some light oxidation staining. The custom pistolgrip walnut stock with left side cheekpiece is in very good plus condition with an easily missed repaired crack through the wrist and a minor handling mark or two, the schnabel-style forend in excellent condition. Both stock and forend exhibit lovely grain figure throughout, and the stock is fit with a Schuetzen-style buttplate retaining strong case color with spots of light oxidation. The barrel is maker marked by E.A. Lander and features a pair of target blocks on the top barrel flat, and there are a pair of drilled and tapped holes about 1” from the muzzle. An attractive rifle for the single shot enthusiast. (14A11948-7) {MODERN} (800/1200)
1562. WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 LOW WALL WINDER MUSKET
serial #138160, 22 Short, 28” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 94% original blue, largely toning to brown under bright light, with light thinning, some light handling
good case-hardened colors with areas drifting to gray, and the lever retains nearly all its bright blue with a few light handling marks. The walnut stock and forend are in very good plus condition with a tight 1 1/4” crack on the right side of the wrist, a small flake forming at the toe, and a few scattered light handling marks; the steel buttplate retains about 70% blue with light to moderate wear. The Winchester factory markings remain crisp, and a few of the screws show light slot wear. The rifle is sighted with a ramped blade front sight and Lyman aperture rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. A nicely pre served third variation Winder Musket, one of the few not US-marked. (14B11762-1) {C&R} (800/1200)
1563. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #93185, 44 cal., 8” octagon barrel with a very good plus bore showing scattered light oxidation stains but strong sharp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces have toned to brown with scattered light oxidation stains but there are generous portions of original blue with strong streaks of rich finish along the lower barrel with perhaps 20% remaining. The brass triggerguard has toned to ochre and is correctly numbered to the gun. The smooth walnut grips are num bered to the gun, they rate about very good with scattered dings and handling marks, and they retain a very strong cartouche on the left panel. This gun has typical sights for this model, the barrel address is a bit soft, the proof and the s “J” and “W” marks remain strong. The action functions mechanically although the mainspring needs attention as it is a rather w replacement. A nice example of the New Model Army. (8A11761-1) {ANTIQUE}
ISSUED TO THE 8TH MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER INFANTRY
The barrel has toned to a pleasant gray-brown patina showing oxidation speckling throughout cleaned long ago with minor impact marks on either side of the ramrod retention housing. The barrel bands have thinned to a pleasant gray patina while the tang and breechblock show vibrant case-hardened color in protected areas. The lockplate, hammer, and receiver have toned into a nice plum-brown patina and all the markings remain intact and crisp. The walnut stock rates very good plus showing light handling marks and mostly shallow scratches throughout the left side however, the lines are very clean, the fit is great with nicely raised grain. The stock shows a crisp 1893-dated cartouche paired with inspector “SWP” marking, a standard circle “P” firing proof mark, and an “8/D/34” unit rack number. The rifle is sighted with standard sights retaining a post front and a Buffington rear. This rifle is listed by number in Springfield Research Service as being issued to the 8th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry in 1898. A very fine example of the latest pattern Trapdoor Springfield with interesting history. (24A11890-2) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
SEMI-AUTO CARBINE
serial #002559, 7.63x39, 16” chrome-lined barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this desirable carbine retain 98% matte blue finish showing only very light handling wear with faint oxidation staining about the muzzle and front sight base, and the slant milled receiver is equipped with an underfolder mounting pin. The black synthetic thumbhole stock and ventilated forend remain excellent showing minimal handling wear and it is sighted with a graduated tangent sporting rear and protected post front. There is an importer mark present on the receiver and as is common with these examples, the bayonet lug and barrel threading have been filed away; no magazine is included but they are readily available. The longstanding importation ban on Chinese firearms has allowed them to enjoy substantial collector interest, with the MAK-90 considered by many to be among the finest variations. (26A11534-22) {MODERN} (800/1200)
markings. The breechblock and tang show light oxidation speckling throughout and exhibit 95% case-hardened color especially vibrant in protected areas. The hammer, two-piece triggerguard, and buttplate retain about 80% blue with oxidation staining throughout and scattered light impact marks. The walnut stock is in very good condition showing some handling marks, minor scratches and dings throughout with a few modest dings behind the barrel bands and behind the lockplate yet, the grain is nicely raised and the inspector cartouche is crisp. The stock is fitted with a checkered steel pistolgrip showing light oxidation staining and a rear sling swivel however, the pistolgrip does not interfere with the circled “P” proof mark. The rifle is sighted with a standard Buffington rear sight and a plain front post equipped with a detachable front sight cover. A fine example of a target style Trapdoor Springfield. (24A11762-17) {ANTIQUE} (800/1200)
surfaces of this likely 1906-manufactured rifle retain about 92% original blue which has taken on a deep rich plum tone while the barrel jacket displays a few scattered light scratches and speckled oxidation. The barrel jacket head is hand engraved “35 Rem.” and the bolt and charging knob remain mostly bright. All markings remain crisp and clear and the rifle features the correct early style of unmarked safety. The smooth straight grip walnut stock and forend rate near excellent displaying a few minor dings and handling marks, retaining much of the original varnish, with some very small hairline cracks starting at the upper tang. The checkered Remington Arms hard rubber buttplate also rates excellent. The rifle is equipped with a Lyman front sight post and receiver foldable aperture rear, in addition to the standard style of open rear sight. The action appears to function well mechanically. A fine example of the world’s first commercially successful semi-automatic sporting rifle. (33A11874-36) {C&R} [ Alan J. Gaines Collection] (1200/1800)
NORINCO MAK-90 SPORTER
1568. SMITH & WESSON FIFTH MODEL 38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #542758, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking and an area of old oxidation staining along two cylinder flats. The hammer and trigger retain generous vibrant casehardened colors and the black checkered hard rubber grips are excellent with light handling marks and nice fit. The serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. A very good late production 38 DA. (13A11730-392) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (600/800)
SMITH & WESSON FOURTH MODEL 32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #81878, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing some scattered mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original nickel finish showing a few errant small flakes and scattered light handling marks. The latch and triggerguard retain about 90% original bright blue with light flaking and the hammer and trigger show nice vibrant case-hardened colors. The revolver wears a set of period smooth mother-of-pearl grips that rate very fine showing a few light handling marks. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The purple fabric-covered box rates very fine showing some light edge wear and mild discoloration. The base is pencil-numbered to another gun but the orange end label is correct and mostly intact showing some light flaking along the edges. (13A11730-361) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (600/800)
1570. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 1/2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX
serial #71264, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a fair-good bore showing light oxidation its full-length and strong rifling. The metal surfaces of the barrel and frame retain about 65% original bright blue flaking to graybrown patina and showing scattered freckling while the cylinder has mostly flaked to gray-brown showing some old oxidation staining and flakes of bright blue in the flutes. The hammer shows generous vibrant case-hardened colors while the sides of the trigger retain a hint of straw color. The revolver wears a set of attractive factory mot tled red and black hard rubber grips in excellent condition. The pencil number on the right panel is difficult to discern but their fit is excel lent and the other numbered parts are matching. Barre-to-frame fit is solid and the action with rebounding hammer is crisp. The included original green fabric-covered box rates very fine showing some light edge wear and mild discoloration. The base is faintly pencil-numbered matching
edge wear. (13A11730-126) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1571.
SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL 38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #31726, 38 S&W, 5” barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore showing some scattered areas of light oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original nickel finish showing some scattered tiny flakes and mild speckling, the left side of the frame with some mild discoloration or clouding from the years. The hammer retains nice vibrant case-hardened colors and the latch retains most of its dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in excellent condition showing just a few lightly chipped points. The right panel is properly pencil-numbered to the gun and the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included green fabric covered box is very good showing some light edge wear though it is missing its end label and the base is pencil-numbered “32315”. A nice longer-barreled Second Model. (13A11730-157) {ANTIQUE} [Peter
serial #958, 22 RF, 3 3/16” round barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small spots of oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The barrel and frame of this rather early Third Issue retain about 97-98% original bright blue showing a few sparse oxidation speckles and subtle edge wear. The cylinder retains about 80% original bright blue with scattered flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina while the hammer shows generous wisps of case-hardened colors and the ejector rod is an attractive smoky gray case-hardened patina. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish showing just a little minor edge wear. All appropriate parts are matching and barrel-to-frame fit is solid. A very fine Third Issue. (13B11730-47) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
the revolver and the proper end label is intact showing some light
(600/800)
DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1572. SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER
1573. SCARCE SHORT-BARRELED SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER
serial #51041, 22 RF, 2 11/16” round barrel with a partially bright very good bore showing a few areas of light to moderate oxidation and strong rifling. The barrel has mostly flaked and toned to a deep mottled gray-brown patina showing a small spot of pinprick pitting atop the rib and some remnants streaks of bright blue in the protected areas. The frame and cylinder re tain about 90% original blue with some light flaking and handling marks. The ejector rod and trigger are a nice smoky case-hardened patina while the hammer retains generous wisps of vibrant colors. The barrel shows proper address and patent dates along the left side and the smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 97% original varnish. All appropriate parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. (13A11730-53) {ANTI DeRose Collection]
1574. SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER
serial #17768, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original nickel finish showing some scattered light handling marks and most of the loss due to some mild edge wear at the muzzle and cylinder flats. There are a few thin marks from disassembly on the cylinder, the trigger shows good smoky case-hardening and the sides of the triggerguard retain a healthy amount of original bright blue. The two-line barrel address and patent dates remain crisp and the smooth mother-of-pearl grips rate near excellent showing one tiny flake at the top corner of the right panel. The grips are un-numbered and fit very nicely while the remaining serialized parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. (13A11730-445) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose (700/900)
1575. SMITH & WESSON FOURTH MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #164379, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a little mild oxidation speckling and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original bright blue appearing stronger under ambient light showing scattered light flaking to gray-brown patina under bright light and some disassembly marks along the cylinder. The center sideplate screw head shows a bit of slot wear and the trigger retains lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The markings remain crisp and the black checkered hard rubber grips rate near excellent showing a few light handling marks and retaining excellent fit. The right panel is properly stamp-numbered matching the frame and the other numbered parts are matching. Barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included red pebbled fabric-covered box is in fine condition with some fraying along the edges and mild discoloration. The base appears to be pencil-numbered to another gun but the green end label is correct and in very fine condition. The inside base shows “1898-1907” written in later pen. A very good Fourth Model revolver. (13A11730-458) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1576. SMITH & WESSON FIFTH MODEL 38 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #226676, 38 S&W, 3 1/4” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 96% original bright blue showing a little light flaking and subtle operational wear, most of the loss due to mild flaking along the gripstraps toning to gray-brown patina. The trigger shows vibrant case-hardened colors throughout and all markings remain crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent with perfect fit and the right panel properly stamp-numbered matching the frame. The remaining serialized parts are matching, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action is crisp. (13A11730-461) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1577. SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS REVOLVER WITH BOX
serial #22459, 32 S&W, 3” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original nickel finish showing a few thin scratches along the left side of the topstrap and some thin assembly marks along the cylinder. The triggerguard retains about 90% original bright blue thinning to gray along the bow and the trigger shows nice vi brant case-hardened colors. The black checkered hard rubber grips re main in excellent condition with a hint of mild edge wear and retaining perfect fit. The right panel is properly scratch-numbered matching the frame and the remaining numbered parts are also matching. Barrel-toframe fit is solid and the action is crisp. The included tan pebbled fabric-covered box remains in very fine condition with some darkening and mild staining. The pencil number on the base is mismatched but the orange end label is correct and intact showing a few small flakes along its edges. The internal instruction label rates excellent. (13A11730-428) {ANTIQUE} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
U.S. MODEL 1903-A3 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SMITH CORONA
serial #4817278, 30-06, 24” 9-43 dated Smith Corona barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized bore still showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% mixed arsenal Parkerized finish and blue with light wear on the high edges and contact points, areas of light thinning, some light dings and handling marks, and areas toning lightly brown. The straight grip walnut stock is in about very good condition with a flexing about 4” crack in the forward handguard, multiple scattered dings, divots, and light handling marks, and areas of light wear to the older added finish. The stock with a partial boxed “FJA” inspector’s cartouche and Ordnance Wheel, a softened circled “P”, and clear small inspector marks ahead of the bottom metal. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear, and the bolt assembly is “R” marked on the appropriate pieces. The rifle retains the standard open sights, and the stacking swivel is absent. A solid example from U.S. martial history. (14A11733-4) {C&R} (700/900)
U.S. MODEL 1903 BOLT ACTION RIFLE BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
serial #1300020, 30-06, 24” 11-28 dated Springfield Armory barrel with a very good lightly pitted bore still showing clear s and contact points, spots toning to brown, and some scattered light handling marks and spots of previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The magazine cutoff and Model 1905 rear sight retain strong blue with general light wear, the bolt body retains about 75% arsenal Parkerized finish with light operational wear, and the bolt shroud shows a strong smoky oil quenched case hardened patina with some pinprick pitting on top. The straight grip walnut stock with grasping grooves and dual recoil bolts is in very good condition as lightly cleaned with an older added finish, showing an about 1” tight crack behind the receiver, a filler repair on the heel, and a few light handling marks; the rear of the receiver is a bit proud of the stock. The stock is marked with multiple acceptance and rework marks including a partial boxed “RA-P”, clear “S.A.D.A.L.”, and the remnants of what appears to be a boxed “C.I.I.”, and a bold circled “P” is stamped behind the triggerguard with a five point star below it, the ghost of a previous circled “P” just visible beneath it. The receiver markings are strong and the barrel markings remain crisp. The rifle retains the standard open sights, with the windage and elevation adjustments remaining smooth. Interestingly, numerous rifles serialized close to this rifle are listed as having gone to Governors Island, NY on May 4, 1933, in Springfield Research Service records of U.S. Martial Arms Vol. 4; unfortunately, this rifle is not recorded. An interesting piece for the history enthusiast. (14A11776-2) {C&R} (700/900)
serial #1014070, 12 ga (2 3/4”), 28” plain barrel choked improved cylinder with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 95-97% original blue with a couple tiny spots of pinprick pitting with operational and high edge wear. This ent with a few minor handling marks. A fine 1954-made Winchester shotgun. (10A11523-7) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)
rate about excellent with a 13 1/2” length of pull to the Pachmayr ventilated recoil pad. The pads fit is slightly proud of wood and appears to have been a period replacement. A fine example manufactured in 1958. (10A11523-20) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)
mark and is matching numbered. It is stamped “For Super-Speed & Super-X 3 in. Full” and all markings remain mostly crisp. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and grooved forend rate very good plus with light handling marks. The stock has a proper red recoil pad that provides a 13 5/8” length of pull. (10A11523-22) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)
1584. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #BFT8870, 44 Magnum, 8 3/8” barrel with a bright ex cellent bore. The stainless surfaces rate excellent aside from some light scratches and minor contact point wear. The .500” target hammer and smooth .400” retain 90-95% hard chrome finish with oper ation and contact point wear. The revolver features a red ramp front sight with white line adjustable rear and is stocked with a set of Pachmayr “Gripper” grips that rate excellent. (10A11912-4) {
1585. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 66 COMBAT MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #6K62940, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless surfaces rate very good with scattered light handling and tooling marks that are mostly hidden by the grips. The service hammer and trigger retain nearly all of their hard chrome finish with some spots of hardened oil staining along the hammer flats. The revolver features a red ramp front sight with black blade Micro adjustable rear sight and is stocked with a set of Uncle Mikes combat grips that rate excellent. (10A11912-3) {MODERN}
serial #MC1173, 30 Carbine, 18” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new-in-box carbine retain 98-99% original blue and parkerized finishes with perhaps a tiny rack or handling mark. The smooth walnut pistolgrip stock and handguard rate excellent and included are a 15-round magazine, hang tag, cable lock, and Kraft shipping box end labeled and hand numbered to the gun. (10A11921-18) {MODERN} (700/900) 1587. WINCHESTER SUPER X MODEL 1 SKEET SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN have seen little use. (10A11765-9) {MODERN} (600/800) 1588. ITHACA PERAZZI TM1 SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN pinned for trap shooting. Included are a blue leather covered fitted luggage case with an assortment of cleaning accessories and patterning target. (10A11690-27) {MODERN} (800/1200)
COLT NEW FRONTIER BUNTLINE SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #G203494, 22 LR, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and cylinder of this GS series revolver retain 98-99% original blue and the frame retains a similar percentage of casehardened finish with vibrant colors. The bright sides of the hammer show light staining and the aluminum grip frame retains all of its black anodized finish. The revolver features a serrated ramp front sight with Colt Accro adjustable rear sights, cross bolt safety, and the synthetic checkered factory grips with Rampant Colt and eagle motif rate excellent. Included are a factory woodgrain box with “B” style end label numbered to the gun, manual, hang tag and related papers. The box rates about very good with minor scuffing and edge wear. An attractive example of these popular rimfire revolvers that (600/800) 1590.
L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE SIDELOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN
serial #R61906, 12 ga. (3”), 30” Armor Steel barrels choked improved modified and full with bright excellent bores. The barrels retain perhaps 80-85% original blue flaking to brown with scattered light handling marks, specks of fine oxidation staining, and high edge wear. The action retains perhaps 55-60% original case-hardened colors with the balance toned to a smoky gray case-hardened patina with scattered handling marks and specks of fine oxidation staining. The checkered walnut ull from s, is sighted with a brass bead, and locks up solid on-face with top lever slightly right-of-center. A solid example overall. (10A11933-2) {C&R} (700/900) 1591. RUGER
STAINLESS SEMI-AUTO RANCH RIFLE
serial #188-95548, 223 Rem, 18 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The matte stainless surfaces rate excellent aside from a tiny spot of oxidation staining near the front sight. The hardwood stock rates excellent with perhaps a tiny rack or handling mark and features standard sights, polymer buttplate, and comes with a (700/900)
nearly all of its original finish with only a few very minor handling marks. The rifle features a factory Winchester 99A front sight with factory 84A extension rear sight. The original standard magazine is included as is a very scarce single shot “magazine”. There are steel target blocks mounted on the barrel in the factory drilled holes. An excellent Model 75 manufactured in 1940. (10A11860-4) {C&R} (700/900)
1593. WINCHESTER MODEL 54 IMPROVED SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE
stock rates near excellent with light handling marks slightly worn points on the checkering. Length of pull to the Winchester buttpad is 13 1/4” and it fits slightly proud at the toe. An attractive 1933-manufactured rifle chambered in a versatile caliber. (10A11860-5) {C&R} (700/900)
1594. REMINGTON MODEL 12-C SLIDE ACTION RIFLE
12 ga., 30” damascus barrel choked improved cylinder with an about fair bore. The metal surfaces are a brown patina with light handling marks and spots of contact point and high edge wear. The barrel is crisply marked “Spencer Arms Co, Windsor CT, U.S.A., Pat. APR. 1882” and it is sighted with a single small brass bead. The checkered walnut pistolgrip rates about very good as refinished showing an older repair to the wrist, and scattered handling marks under added finish. These Spencer Arms Co, shotguns were the first successful slide actions made in the U.S.A. and is a very good example of these 1880’s-manufactured arms. (10A11901-2) {ANTIQUE} (600/800)
MARLIN MODEL 9 SEMI-AUTO
serial #12806825, 9mm, 16 1/2" “JM” marked micro-grooved barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a few very light handling marks. The pped d in the
front of the triggerguard. The original box including the manual and a single Marlin marked magazine are included. An excellent example of these popular Camp-style carbines that is in near-new condition. (4A11766-3) {MODERN} (700/900)
1597.
BENELLI SUPER BLACK EAGLE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN
improved modified, modified, improved cylinder, and cylinder. (4A11872-92) {
MODEL 94 TRAPPER LEVER
serial #4952475, 30-30, 16” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. The metal surfaces retaindation mostly around the muzzle and forward barrel band. The smooth walnut stocks rate excellent. The original sights remain intact and the action appears to function correctly. The left side of the receiver features a saddle ring and is tapped for a rear sight. An excellent example that would make a terrific woods rifle. (4A11766-31) {MODERN} (600/800)
1599. KIMBER ULTRA CDP II LIGHTWEIGHT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #KU66953, 45 ACP, 3” barrel with an excellent bore showing a small spot of pinprick pitting by the muzzle. The frame retains about 99% original black anodized finish showing minor wear while the satin stainless steel surfaces of the slide and small parts rate excellent. The double diamond checkered rosewood grips rate near excellent showing minor scuffing on one diamond. The pistol features three dot MeproLight Kimpro night sights that still glow although the front blade shows an impact mark on its front, skeletonized long trigger with overtravel stop, checkered frontstrap, checkered bottom of the triggerguard, checkered flat mainspring housing, ambidextrous extended thumb safeties, and beavertail grip safety. It includes a single sevenround factory magazine. (8A11839-2) {MODERN} (700/900)
KIMBER ULTRA CDP II LIGHTWEIGHT SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #KUF18299, 9mm, 3” barrel with an excellent bore. The frame retains about 99% original black anodized finish while the satin stainless steel surfaces of the slide and small parts rate excellent. The double diamond checkered rosewood grips rate excellent. The pistol features three dot MeproLight Kimpro night sights that still glow, skeletonized long trigger with overtravel stop, checkered frontstrap, checkered bottom of the triggerguard, checkered flat mainspring housing, ambidextrous extended thumb safeties, and beavertail grip safety. It includes a single seven-round factory magazine. (8A11839-3) {MODERN} (700/900)
1601. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48-4 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #86K6357, 22 Winchester Magnum RF, 8 3/8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely K-22 Magnum Masterpiece revolver has seen light use and retains about 99% original blue showing slight edge wear. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hard ened colors. The checkered goncalo alves factory target grips feature a speed loader cut and remain in ex cellent condition. The revolver is sighted with Baughman ramp front sight but the rear sight has been removed and a Weaver #307 optics base added and includes a pair of Weaver 1” scope rings. The original rear sight is not included. A fine Model 48-4 ready for the optic of your choice. (8A11872-49) {
1602. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 18-3 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #18K5445, 22 LR, 4” pinned barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely K22 Combat Masterpiece revolver has seen very little use, it remains virtually as-new, and retains about 99% original blue. The service trigger and hammer retain beautiful case-hardened colors. The checkered walnut factory Magna grips are numbered to the gun and remain in wonderful condition. The revolver is sighted with Baughman ramp front sight and black blade micro adjustable rear sight. It includes the original factory box, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. An excellent find for your collection. (8A11872-47) {MODERN}
1603.
SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #6844, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely example retains about 99% original blue and anodized finishes showing minor wear and the slide stop has toned to plum. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate excellent although the top of the left panel shows a light scuff or flake that appears to be a factory imperfection. The pistol features a Baughman ramp front sight, windage adjustable rear sight, and long extractor. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked eight-round magazines, manual, and paperwork. The box rates about good. An excellent early Model 39. (8A11942-3) {C&R} (700/900)
1604. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 39 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #8083, 9mm, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely example retains about 97-98% original blue and anodized finishes showing light muzzle wear and the frame color has lightened over time. 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 long extractor. It includes the original factory two-piece box that is correctly labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of factory marked eightround magazines, and manual. The box rates about very good. The Model 39 was a working gun and early guns are hard to find in excellent condition with accessories. (8A11942-2) {C&R} (600/800)
SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL SINGLE SHOT PISTOL
serial #2261, 22 LR, 10” barrel with a bore showing light pitting in and ahead of the chamber. This pistol retains about 75% original blue showing edge wear, the frontstrap worn to pewter, thinning finish on the barrel and frame, and handling marks. The smooth trigger is bright while the hammer displays robust case-hardened colors with a gray spur, and the trigger guard has toned to gray. The un-numbered diamond checkered hard rubber factory extended target grips feature gold S&W monograms and remain in excellent condition. This gun features a thin blade front sight, black blade ad justable rear sight, and the barrel to frame fit exhibits light play. The barrel, top latch, and ejector are correctly numbere to the gun. (8A11730-195) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1606. SMITH & WESSON 38/32 TERRIER HAND EJECTOR REVOLVER
serial #49672, 38 S&W, 2” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely five-screw I-frame revolver has seen light use and retains about 98% original blue showing edge wear and few handling marks. The service trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors, the face of the trigger has toned to pewter with operational wear on the sides of the hammer. The diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and remain in excellent condition. It features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. A desirable Terrier. (8A11730-594) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
serial #71627, 32 S&W, 3” barrel showing scattered light pitting. The metal surfaces retains about 90% original blue, most of the loss is on the cylinder in addition to high edge wear, scattered thinning finish, and handling marks. The trigger and hammer retain robust case-hardened colors with minor operational wear. The scarce unnumbered diamond checkered mottled orange and black factory hard rubber grips feature the S&W monogram and rate excellent. 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. It includes a brown cloth-covered factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled to the gun but numbered to another. The box rates about good showing scattered soiling and minor handling marks. The box contains a factory caution letter to wipe the gun after handling that rates fair showing a 3” tear. A handsome Fourth Model with scarce attractive grips. (8A11730-362) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1608. RARE U.S.M.C. RAIDER STILETTO BY CAMILLUS
One of the rarest and most sought-after US combat knives from World War II, these knives were manufac tured by Camillus and designed after the classic Eng lish Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. Camillus produced 14,370 USMC Raider's Stilettos in 1942-1943, the knives were issued to Marine Raiders, Paramarines, and 500 to the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion. The knife measures 12” overall with a 7” double edged carbon steel blade. The blade has softened to bright silver with scattered fine staining, oxidation and a small ding in the upper reverse edge. The U.S.M.C. scroll riband and Camillus markings remain mostly clear and intact. The checkered zinc-aluminum hilt remains in good to very go showing light age staining and cracked missing quillons on the guard, a common occurrence caused by zinc leaching problems. Included is the first type two-piece leather sheath with steel teeth reinforced collar and steel plate at the tip. The leather shows light crackling and wear but remains fully intact and the steel and copper hardware showing oxidation and verdigris. A very good condition U.S.M.C. Raider stiletto deserving of any WWII fighting knife collection. (5A11730-1713-3) [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1609. U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY SWORD BY AMES
30” dual edged blade, 35 5/8” overall length. The blade remains mostly bright with some minor scabbard marks and thin bands of moderate oxidation at the hilt. Both sides are etched with a mix of floral scrolls, martial motifs, “U.S.”, a Federal Eagle in sunburst and “AMES SWORD Co. / CH ICOPEE.MASS.” on the reverse ricasso acted with gilt highlights. The etching remains crisp with light wear to some of the gilt, the leather buffer washer is no longer present. The cast crossguard is "MA" marked within an oval on the obverse side, the reverse side is unmarked with a few light impact marks. The coiling foliate decorated eagles head quillons remain crisp and excellent. The simulated wire-wrapped grip rates excellent as does the relief-cast pommel. The hilt retains much original gold wash with the exposed edges having a lightly tarnished bass patina. The steel scabbard retains perhaps 80% flaking nickel with patches of oxidation becoming moderate in areas. The brass throat, upper mount with frog hook, and asymmetrical drag have a nice mellow golden tone. An overall very good Ames Sword Company produced West Point Cadet sword. (5A11730-1624-7) [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
35 5/8” straight blade with narrow unstopped fullers, 42” overall length. The blade has muted to a pleasing bright speckled gray patina with some thin scabbard marks at the tip and is marked “U.S. 3274” on the obverse ricasso and “S (ordnance bomb) A / 1913” on the reverse ricasso. The half basket iron hilt is toning to a reddish-brown patina with scattered patches of pale gray along with some fine pitting and oxidation. The leather buffer washer shows light wear but remains mostly intact. The field scabbard has a lightly faded canvas covering with light age staining and is numbered “21” in black stencil on one side under the throat. The black enameled iron throat and tip are toning to charcoal gray patina with light impact marks and areas of oxidation. A very good first year of production “Patton” saber. (5A11730-1624-10) [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1610. U.S. MODEL 1913 FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION CAVALRY SABER BY SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
1611. HECKLER & KOCH USP TACTICAL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #25-138432, 45 ACP, 5 1/8” threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 2013-manufactured pistol retain about 98% “Hostile Environment” nitride finish showing very light handling wear and some silvering on the thread protector. The polymer gripframe remains in excellent condition showing little if any wear, and this variant features a decocking thumb safety and suppressor height target sights. Included is a padded black tactical bag, owner’s manual, triggerlock and key, cleaning kit with carry case, four 12-round factory magazines, and one 22-round factory magazine with sleeve. (26A11872-56) {MODERN} (800/1000)
1612. FN 509 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL WITH TRIJICON RMR-2
serial #GKS0143972, 9mm, 4 1/3” threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol remains in excellent overall condition retaining 98% plus Flat Dark Earth FNC finish and showing only an odd handling mark or two with the polymer frame rating similarly. It features a thread protector, suppressor height H3-RN night sights which retain healthy glow, and is equipped with a Trijicon RMR-2 reflex sight which remains in excellent overall condition but will need a replacement battery, as well as a SureFire X300 Ultra weapon light which functions correctly and remains in very good overall condition. Included is the factory softcase, manual, paperwork, triggerlock, a variety of sight tools, screws, and plates, secondary factory recoil spring and guide rod assembly, one 17-round factory magazine and one 24-round extended factory magazine. A high condition and capable package with equally desirable additions. (26A11872-60) {MODERN} (700/900)
1613. FNX-45 TACTICAL SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #FX3U032076, 45 ACP, 5 1/2" threaded barrel with a bright excellent bore. This pistol remains in excellent condition, retaining 98% plus matte black FNC finish showing only the slightest hints of operational silvering with the polymer appearing as-new. This example is equipped with suppressor height night sights which retain moderate glow, and a Burris FastFire III optic which remains excellent and functional. Included is the factory softcase, owner’s manuals for the gun and sight, cover and cloth for the optic, sighting tools, replacement backstraps, sight tool, spare optics plates and screws, and three factory 15-round magazines (700/900)
serial #102990, 22 LR, 18 1/2" “INC.” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this 1967-manufactured carbine retain 98% plus original blue, showing only very light wear with the main apology an unobtrusive 1/2” spot of pitting on the underside of the barrel near the muzzle. The scarce hand-checkered factory walnut Sporter stock rates excellent showing handsome straight grain figure throughout with the checkering remaining crisp and a natural knot on the left side buttstock showing a few expected minor checks in the finish; the factory black plastic buttplate rates excellent and the gripcap with Ruger Eagle medallion rates very good plus showing a few light handling marks. The rifle retains the proper flip-up sporting rear and brass bead front sights and included is a single 10-round factory magazine. This style would be marketed as a “Fingergroove Sporter” by 1971, and prior examples with Ruger’s fine hand checkering have enjoyed increasing collector interest. (26A11766-13) {C&R} (700/900)
retain 94-95% original blue showing high edge and operational wear. The smooth walnut stock rates very good showing scattered dings and handling marks with a small chip ahead of the safety and the grooved factory buttplate and synthetic heat shield rate excellent. It retains the proper flip-up sporting rear and serrated blade front and included is a single 5-round factory magazine and quick-detach swivel mounts. (26A11953-15) {MODERN} (800/1000)
1616. RUGER REDHAWK DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #501-49538, 357 Magnum, 7 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The stainless steel surfaces of this 1985-manufactured revolver remain excel lent, showing only very light handling wear mostly on the cylinder. The smooth walnut grips with silver Ruger Eagle medallions remain excellent showing only the odd light ding and handling mark. It retains the proper adjustable “express” rear sight and brass bead front and timing and lockup remain excellent. Included is the properly end-labeled factory hinged yellow box and paperwork. An excellent Redhawk in a desirable configuration. (26A11953-11) {MODERN}
1617. BROWNING AUTO-5 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN
wear with a few softened dings at the toe and the hard rubber “Browning / FN / Automatic” buttplate remains excellent. The shotgun is sighted with a silver bead front sight, all markings remain crisp, and the forend exhibits very light play. A handsome and high condition Standard 16. (26A11656-28) {C&R} (800/1200)
HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON MODEL 85 BRIDGER LINE THROWING GUN BY
showing light dings and handling marks; worthy of note is a 1965-era H&R lion crest on the gripcap, purportedly a later-added factory ad dition for display purposes. Function remains robust and all parts bear matching numbers, markings remain legible with slight softening, and the barrel is marked “45-70.” Included is the original cast aluminum Aero-Line canister by Naval Company Inc., rating near excellent with expected operational wear, which retains its brass cotter pin, chain, and retention screw with the brass nameplate remaining bright and excellent. This H&R example and several other variants saw service with the U.S. Navy and beyond, and the Bridger name persists today and still offers accessories and components for this platform. A fine example of these interesting line-throwing guns. (26A11777-82) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield Collection] (700/900)
1619. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 41 SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #UAN0196, 22 LR, 7’’ barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue only showing minor handling marks and one visible ding. The pistol features the standard adjustable rear sight and Patridge-style front sight. The checkered walnut grips rate excellent and feature ambidextrous finger rests. The action appears to function well mechanically and included are two factory magazines and the factory hard(800/1200)
1620. SIG SAUER P229 LEGION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #55E054360, 9mm, 4’’ barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% Legion Gray and black cerakote finishes showing only a few scattered touches of high edge wear. The checkered Legion grips rate excellent, and the pistol is equipped with a Sig Romeo 1 optic which functions correctly, and retains the factory suppressor height night sights which co-witness. Included is the hardcase, paperwork, triggerlock, and one magazine. (33B11839-1) (700/900)
serial #715796, 22 LR, 5 1/2’’ barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue showing very light high edge wear. The pistol features the standard adjustable rear sight and Patridge-style front sight. The checkered walnut grips rate excellent and feature ambidextrous finger rests. Included is the factory box, paperwork, bore brush, and two magazines. (33B11872-50) {MODERN } (800/1200)
SMITH & WESSON MODEL 12-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #D237007, 38 Special, 4” pinned barrel with a bright excellent bore. This attractive Military & Police Airweight retains about 98% factory blue showing slight high edge and muzzle wear. The hammer and trigger display vibrant case colors. The factory walnut Magna grips rate very good showing minimal wear and the Smith & Wesson medallion is worn on the left side. The grips are correctly numbered to the gun. The revolver retains the standard sights and timing and lock up remain sound. (33A11766-29) {C&R}
1623. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 617-6
DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #CNY4505, 22 LR, 6” barrel with a bright good bore. The stainless steel surfaces rate excellent with just a few light handling marks and the hammer and trigger display vibrant case colors. The ten-round cylinder with recessed chambers times and locks up correctly and the revolver is factory drilled and tapped to accept optics. The revolver features the standard Patridge-style front sight and micro ad justable rear sight. The laminated rosewood combat grips rate excellent and display bright silver S&W med allions. Included is the factory hardcase which is numbered to the gun and original Hogue rubber grips that are missing the screw. (33A11872-44) {MODERN}
1624. WALTHER PP SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
48965P, 32 ACP, 3 7/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original factory blue showing light high edge and muzzle wear. The pistol bears the “(Eagle) / N” proof mark on the barrel and beneath the ejection port while the left side of the gun displays two “WaA359” Waffenamt markings. The pistol features checkered black synthetic grips with Walther banners that rate excellent and is equipped with the standard sights and 90 degree safety/decocker. Included is a single 8 round magazine. A nice mid war example of these famous pistols. (33A11810-35) {C&R} (800/1200)
1625. SIG SAUER 1911 SCORPION SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #GS42163, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original FDE cerakote finish showing very light scratches on the slide. The Scorpion grips rate excellent and bear the Sig name and (a 1913 Picatinny rail section on the frame). The pistol is equipped with a flat faced trigger, elongated beavertail, skeletonized hammer, and the standard sights. Included is the factory hardcase, manual, triggerlock, accessories, and three 8-round magazines. (700/900)
BRUGGER & THOMET GL06 37MM LAUNCHER
serial #US22-70938, 37mm, 11” barrel with a bright, excellent bore. Condition rates like-new with 99% plus original finish. This single shot launcher features integrated sights, a folding skeletonized stock, ambidextrous action release, and M1913 rails at the 3, 6, 9 o'clock positions. (31A11872(700/900)
1627. WALTHER PP SUPER SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #17995, 9x18 Ultra, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this West German pistol retain 95% original blue, with front strap and edge wear. The checkered walnut Walther banner grips remain in excellent condition but are slightly oversized and could be aftermarket replacements. There is a cancelled marking on the right side of the frame. Included is a factory plastic box numbered to another gun with remnants of a sticker blocking the label, (2) factory banner magazines, and instruction sheet. An excellent condition post-war commercial PP Super. (5A10798-56) {MODERN} (700/900)
MARLIN FIRST MODEL SINGLE SHOT DERINGER
serial #10497, 22 RF, 2 1/16” part round part octagon barrel with an oxidized bore. The metal surfaces of this little deringer pistol retain about 80% original nickel finish showing scattered mild high edge wear, light handling marks and some small flaked areas toning to gray-brown patina along the barrel. The hammer retains some faint hints of case-hardened colors and the J.M. Marlin barrel markings and address remain crisp. The smooth rosewood grips remain in very fine condition with a few light handling marks and a thin sliver missing along the back edge of the left panel. The left panel and barrel are stamp-numbered matching the frame and the action seems to function normally. This model was Marlin’s first production handgun and are rather difficult to find particularly with any remaining original (700/900)
1629. ATTRACTIVE REMINGTON VEST POCKET PISTOL
serial #4219, 22 RF, 3 1/4” barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90-92% of what appears to be a nice quality period restored pale fire blue finish that is quite attractive exhibiting some thinning to mild gray and showing a few sparse pinprick pits here and there. The hammer and trigger show nice fire blue as well and the two-line barrel address and patent date show some mild softening but are otherwise completely intact and legible. The smooth walnut grips rate very fine showing a little older added finish with just a few light handling marks. The action is crisp and the brass bead front sight is intact. A nice example of these interesting “saw handle” deringer pistols. (13A11732-22) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)
blue that is a pleasant rich plum-brown tone and shows some scattered light handling marks and mild oxidation speckling. The barrel rib shows “C. GUNTERMANN DUSSELDORF” marking and the action also retains about 90% nice vibrant case-hardened colors that show a little mild oxidation staining and areas drifting to a nice silvery case-hardened patina. The turned down butterknife bolt handle and the triggerguard are mostly a silvery case-hardened patina as well and the arm is embellished with some simple tasteful border lines and crosshatching. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock is in classic sporting style with left-side shadowline cheekpiece and Oberndorf side panels. It rates about very good plus showing a little older added finish, some scattered light dings and a repaired thin 2 1/4” splinter along the right edge behind the bolt handle. The forend tip shows some light foliate carving and the checkered horn buttplate shows a few small shallow insect bites that are unobtrusive. The rifle is equipped with sling swivels, double set triggers, v-notch rear sight with additional flip-up leaf and silver bead front. The action seems to function well mechanically. (13B11108-10) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection](700/900)
1631. VERY SCARCE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 4014 SEMIAUTO PISTOL
serial #TVD7229, 40 S&W, 3 1/2” barrel with an excellent bore. This gun was produced from 1991-1993 with a paltry 500 units manufactured. This pistol appears virtually as-new-in-box and retains about 99% original black and anodized finishes. The checkered one-piece wraparound Xenoy grips feature factory monograms, straight backstrap, and rate excellent. This gun feature three dot Novak sights, ambidextrous slide mounted safety / de-cockers, serrated bobbed hammer, and rounded triggerguard with checkering. This gun includes the factory hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a factory eightround magazine with removable flush fit floorplate, a factory eight-round magazine with removable finger rest floorplate, cleaning kit, manual, and paperwork. This is one of those sleeper pistols whose scarcity is bound to increase its desire. MODERN} [Peter DeRose Collection] (700/900)
1632. SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1903 32 TARGET MODEL CLUB GUN REVOLVER
serial #066, 32 S&W Long, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This First Change revolver has seen honest use and has toned to a plum-brown hue under strong light, with rich blue remaining in the flutes, left side of the frame, and the protected areas. The upper section of the trigger and hammer sides retain strong case-hardened colors with the balance toned to pewter and gray from use. The un-numbered diamond checkered hard rubber factory grips rate about very good with a tiny old chip on the edge of the right panel worn smooth over time. This gun features a Paine front sight, adjustable “U” notch rear sight, and all appro priate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. It includes a factory letter where Mr. Jinks explains the history of Club Guns and states that this one shipped as described on August 11, 1904, to George Chandler. Unfortunately, no address was available Mr. Chandler. (8A11730-478) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1633. SCARCE SMITH & WESSON MODEL 4006 WEST VIRGINIA STATE POLICE COMMEMORATIVE PISTOL
serial #VAE6764, 40 S&W, 4” barrel with an excellent bore. This 1994 Commemorative shows little if any use with the stainless steel surfaces rating excellent. The checkered one-piece wraparound Delrin grips feature factory monograms, arched backstrap, and rate excellent. This gun features three dot adjustable sights, serrated bobbed hammer, slide mounted ambidextrous safeties / de-cockers, and smooth rounded triggerguard. Both sides of the grip have a West Virginia State Police medallions with an engraved version on the right side of the slide flanked by the dates 1919 and 1994. The right side of the frame on the dust cover is marked “75 Years of Service” in cursive. This gun includes a single factory ten-round magazine with removable floorplate. (8A11730-1011) {MOD(800/1200)
1634. 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. The metal surface have toned to an even gunmetal patina, with scattered fine pinprick pitting and light oxidation staining throughout. The revolver is adorned with elegant, light foliate scroll engraving along the flanks and gripstrap with additional flourishes on the belly and just forward of the hinge, all 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 wear and a few flecks of discoloration typical of their age and fitting nicely throughout. The barrel mark remains crisp and excellent with only the last character showing any softening, and timing and lockup appear sound with the cyl exhibiting noticeable play when at rest. A charming Third Issue. (26B10826-294) {ANTIQUE} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson Jr. Collection] (600/800) 1635.
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, and is nicely embellished with crisp handsome factory foliate scroll engraving throughout. 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 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] (700/900)
1636. COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #127625, 38 Colt, 4 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a few scattered areas of old oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel, cylinder and gripstraps of this 1901-made revolver retain perhaps 50% original bright blue flaking to a deep gray-brown patina and showing a little old oxidation speckling and some very fine pinprick pitting along the cylinder flats. The frame retains a similar amount of nice vibrant case-hardened colors drifting to a smoky case-hardened patina along with some mild oxidation staining while the back surface of the hammer and protected edges of the trigger show flashes of brilliant fire blue. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good condition showing moderate smoothing of the checkering and a tiny chip at the toe of the right panel, otherwise strong Rampant Colts and nice fit. The serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. (13A11523-105) {C&R} [Jim Thrash Collection] (700/900)
GERMAN
ZIMMERSTUTZEN GALLERY RIFLE BY A.
4mm, 26” octagon “barrel”, 8 1/8” true barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel retains about 90% of an older restored plum-brown finish showing some scattered areas of light oxidation and pinprick pitting. The breech shows dual silver band inlays and the maker’s name is also inlaid in silver, the muzzle being marked “H / NEU 8”. The upper tang and lever retain a healthy amount of nice casehardened colors drifting to a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina along the exterior of the lever and they are embellished very stock features
some lovely foliate carving and a medium-sized left-side ram’s horn cheekpiece. The rifle is sighted with an adjustable tang sight fitted with a rather unusual crosshair aperture disc, v-notch rear sight and protected fine bead-on-post front. The rifle includes a simple custom-made loading spoon and the action with double set triggers is functional. (13A11108-56) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (700/900)
plate. All markings remain intact and strong and the top barrel flat is grooved for mounting rear sights. The smooth walnut schnabel forend rates very fine showing some scattered light handling marks while the buttstock is a very good replacement showing some light dings and a gap at the toe against the buttplate. The stock features a ram’s horn cheekpiece and has some lightly penciled outlines of foliate motifs, the intended carving work apparently never finished. The rifle is equipped with a brass schuetzen buttplate with acorn heel finial and the action with double set triggers seems to function normally. Both the tang sight base and front sight base intended for swappable inserts are vacant. Please see the 8.15x46R reloading lot in our Timed Auction. (13A11554-3) {C&R} (700/900)
stock features some nice checkered panels and generous ram’s horn cheekpiece and the rifle is sighted with adjustable aperture tang sight and protected front sight with three selectable posts. The action with double set triggers seems to function well mechanically. A very good classic zimmerstutzen. (13B11108-50) {C&R} [Tom Devers Collection] (700/900)
and flanking the maker’s Albany marking. The upper tang shows a few old repairs and the lockplate and hammer are a mix of deep gray and silvery gunmetal patina showing more foliate embellishments. The fittings are mostly iron with fancy triggerguard, crescent buttplate and toe plate all lightly embellished while the pewter nosecap is a rather nice folky eagle. The walnut stock rates good as cleaned and refinished with repairs at the tip and along the edges of the forend on either side. The stock features scant squared-off cheekpieces on both sides and the wood exhibits some rather nice grain figure particularly along the toe line. The rifle is sighted with v-notch sporting rear sight and a rather wide brass blade front. The lock is single-acting and the set trigger is rather stiff but functional. (13A11804-5) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (700/900)
About .55 cal, 27 1/2” octagon barrel with slightly swamped muzzle and a partially bright good bore showing etal lock parts. The touch hole area appears to have been cleaned and neatened up but the arm appears to be otherwise original flint. The barrel appears to have been maker marked but it is no longer legible and the banana-shaped lockplate features wide beveled edges, unbridled frizzen and frizzen spring with lightly chiseled extension. The remaining hardware is brass consisting of large faceted ramrod thimble and tailpipe, triggerguard, buttplate and solid sideplate that show some light dings and handling marks toning to a pleasant ocher patina. The walnut stock rates very good as lightly cleaned and refinished long ago also showing some scattered small repairs and a repair to the forend where the forward 11” was neatly reaffixed. There are some scattered thin drying cracks and the stock otherwise retains nice edges along stock flats and cheekpiece, the flats with drop points at both ends and the cheekpiece with beaded edge and light foliate carving. The rifle is equipped with large Germanic sling swivels and brass-tipped hickory ramrod and it is sighted with v-notch sporting rear sight and brass blade front. The lock is single-acting with double set triggers and seems to function normally. A very good German Jager flintlock. (13A11804-9) {ANTIQUE} [Dale Beeks Collection] (700/900)
1642. HIGH STANDARD LONGHORN CONVERTIBLE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #MO62096, 22 Magnum, 9 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 9798% original blue with a few scattered light handling marks, spots of light oxidation, and contact point and high edge wear. The polished sides of the hammer and trigger remain bright with scattered specks of oxidation staining and all markings remain crisp. The revolver features a blade front sight and adjustable black blade rear sight, and the smooth walnut grips with logo medallions rate about excellent with a couple of light handling marks and a spot o two of flaking varnish. This is an excellent example of these long barreled rimfire revolvers, that includes only the Magnum c (10A11759-19) {MODERN} (600/800)
vibrant colors, hints of previous pinprick pitting visible on close inspection. The frame is factory embellished with touches of flowing scroll engraving and geometric bordering, the underside of the frame displaying pheasant game scene. The checkered round knob pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in near excellent condition with an easily missed short hairline crack behind the upper tang and a light handling mark or two. The stock displays feathercrotch grain figure along the comb, and is fit with an unmarked large solid recoil pad providing a 14 7/8” length of pull with drops of 1 3/4” and 2 1/8”; an additional, smaller, solid recoil pad prefit to the butt is provided, should a shorter length of pull be desired. The barrel rib is neatly marked “BARRELS BY ARMAF CO LIEGE BELGIUM”, and both barrels and forend are numbered to the gun. The shotgun locks up tight via dual underlugs and a Greener-style crossbolt, the lever coming to rest just left of center, and features double triggers, an automatic safety, robust ejectors, and is sighted with a small brass bead. A nicely restored shotgun. (14A11765-5) {C&R} (700/900)
the finish here and there. The frame retains about 40% original case-hardened colors, strongest in the protected areas, with the balance toned to a silvery case-hardened patina with some light freckling and hints of pinprick pitting. The capped pistolgrip walnut stock and splinter-style forend are in excellent condition as wonderfully refinished, the checkering on the pistolgrip and forend neatly chased and the stock fit with an Ithaca Gun Co ventilated recoil pad giving a 14 3/4” length of pull with drops of about 1 7/8” and 3 1/4”. “S MOKELESS POWDER STEEL” and “MADE IN U.S.A.” are clearly marked atop the barrels, the barrels and forend numbered to the gun, and the frame markings are intact and clear. The shotgun locks up tight and on-face with the lever coming to rest right of center, and features double triggers, cocking indicators, an automatic safety, and is sighted with a large steel bead. An attractive smallbore Field Grade nicely restored by Gun Works of NY. (14A11940-2) {C&R} (600/800)
gray patina speckled with light pitting. The hammer and lever have toned to a mottled light gray-brown patina with oxidation staining. All markings remain intact and legible with the “WINCHESTER” marking on the tang lightly softened toward the middle. The plain walnut stocks have been cleaned and old finish applied with some light wear, a few dings especially along the right side, and the wood being a bit shy of the end of the tang otherwise, the grain is still raised and nice. The rifle is sighted with a flattop sporting rear sight and modified small German silver front sight blade that has been rounded to a bead. This is an honest example of a rifle that has s use and retains great character. (24B11818-3) {C&R} (700/900)
the rifle show slot damage and all the correct markings remain intact and crisp. The plain walnut stock rates very good with period added red varnish and showing some dings and light scratches throughout with some surfaces a bit shy of the metal, especially along the upper tang. The rifle is sighted with a flattop sporting rear sight and a standard front sight post, both nickel plated. A nice 92 rifle in a desirable chambering with interesting character. (24A11874-58) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (700/900)
85% blue with light handling marks, oxidation staining, and a couple dings on the right side behind the front barrel band. The retains perhaps 90% original blue exhibiting silvery high edge wear, minor scratches and oxidation speckling with a couple of about 1/2” scratches on the left side. The bolt shows a few dings left of the extractor and retains 90% plus original finish remains on the bolt. The lever and hammer show beautiful case-hardened color showing some silver high edge and operational wear with light oxidation. The plain walnut stocks show signs of light cleaning and old finish applied long ago with the wood a bit shy of the metal surfaces, very few scratches and dings, and nice raised grain with the stock retaining the cleaning rod. The carbine retains factory sling swivels and is sighted with a standard ladder rear and front post sights. A great example of a pre-WWII Spanish-made 92 clone that is in better shape than most. (24A11874-57) {C&R} [Alan J. Gaines Collection] (700/900)
1648. U.S. MODEL 1917 REVOLVER BY SMITH & WESSON
serial #81757, 45 ACP, 5 1/2” barrel with a very good plus bore with light oxidation in the grooves but strong rifling throughout. This revolver retains about 85-90% original blue with areas toning to brown, light edge wear, and scattered light handling marks. The service trigger, hammer, and lanyard loop have toned to gray with a few stains. The replacement diamond checkered walnut factory commercial grips rate about good plus with wear on the diamond points, and handling marks. This gun features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, the ordnance bomb and “(eagle) / S6” acceptance marks are crisp. Although the mechanism functions there is a small hesitation during the first portion of the double action pull that is more annoying than detrimental to completing the stroke and is not present during single action. (8A11855-1) {C&R}
serial #S912490, 38 Special, 6” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely late 1940s postwar pre-Model 10 shows light use and retains about 98% original blue showing light edge wear. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered walnut factory Magna grips feature silver S&W medallions, are numbered to the gun, and show a few light handling marks. It features a half-moon front sight, fixed rear sight, and all the serialized parts are numbered to the gun. It includes an original factory gold two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, used cleaning kit, and paperwork. An excellent M&P revolver. (8A11951-3) {C&R} (700/900)
impact mark, light oxidation, and bayonet wear in the front sight area. The nosecap and upper barrel band show light traces of original blue and the “VP/(eagle head)” firing proofs are visible at the breech. The 1873-dated breechblock and rear tang have muted to gray and brown with some sparsely scattered light oxidation, the lockplate and thumbpiece retain strong amounts of original blue toning to brown while the hammer is mostly brown with light traces of blue. All parts are appropriately marked and remain crisp, the inside of the breechblock is numbered “67”. The walnut stock remains very good showing an old light cleaning with the usual light handling marks and two small deeper marks in the left center of the forearm which should be an easy fix. The left side cartouche and firing proof are light but visible and although a search of the Springfield Database was unremarkable, the right side of the buttstock is marked with a vertical “Co A. 6TH INFT”. The rifle is equipped with proper front and buckhorn rear sights, three position tumbler, iron firing pin, slotted button tip cleaning rod and a worn but intact Rock Island Arsenal leather sling with “E.H.S.” inspector initials is included. An honest, very good plus condition 1873 Trapdoor rifle. (5B11732-2) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)
and some areas toning lightly to brown in direct light; the receiver has toned to a gray-brown patina with scattered light handling marks and nice remnants of handsome original blue in the protected areas. The nosecap shows an attractive brown patina with the buttplate toning to amottled gunmetal. The smooth walnut stock remains excellent showing only very light handling marks with excellent wood-to-metal fit. The rifle is sighted with a three-leaf express rear and silver blade sporting front, it remains mechanically sound, and all markings remain crisp. (26A11934-5) {C&R} (700/900)
1652. SCARCE & INTERESTING GERMAN P27 PISTOL BY CZ
32 ACP, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This unusual pistol retains 98% military high polish blue with light handling marks and high edge wear and the slide toning to plum. The small parts retain generous handsome straw color and the checkered brown synthetic grip remains excellent showing only light handling wear. The slide shows expected German model designation, the top of the slide bears a “BO HMISCHE WAFFENFABRIK A.G. IN PRAG” legend, and the barrel shows a crisp “(eagle)/N” visible through the ejection port and an “(eagle)/WaA76” which has softened with the eagle being almost imperceptible but the code remaining legible. Included is a single unmarked magazine which rates very good plus showing remnants of the same handsome blue on the floorplate. This example is devoid of both indexed or electro-penciled serialization, and the only proofs or markings outside of the standard slide markings are found on the barrel; this interesting combination of features implies this may be among the earliest of these pistols manufactured under German occupation, with the slide legend not being adopted until 1941 and the frame being entirely devoid of any expected proofs, Czech or otherwise. An interesting and high condition example presenting a fine opportunity for further research. (26A11766-19) {C&R} (700/900)
1653. SCARCE HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON HUNTER MODEL REVOLVER
serial #153745, 22 LR, 10” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this charming revolver retain 96-97% original blue showing light operational and high edge wear and scattered light oxidation staining, with the hammer showing glimpses of case-hardened colors. The cylinder is properly numbered to the gun and shows an etched “PAT. 1904730” on one of the flats, and “17” is stamped under the barrel. The checkered walnut saw handle grips are a scarce two-piece variant of the No. 1 grip and rate very good showing scattered light handling marks and areas of thinning fini bit of verdigris on the escutcheons. The brass front sight blade remains bright and intact, and the gun functions well in both double action. A charming and scarce Hunter Model. (26A11777-65) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection]
MARKINGS
serial #969696, 32 ACP, 3 1/2" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 85% original dull blue with some areas toning to gray-brown with some small spots of light oxidation and a mild abrasion on the right side. The checkered brown Bakelite grips remain excellent showing very light wear. It retains the standard sights and included is a single unmarked factory magazine which rates excellent. This particular gun is documented on page 40 of Burnham’s “The Mauser HSc Pistol”; it bears an expected commercial slide legend but shows a ”1661” stamped on the butt, a marking purportedly added in 1945 during the earliest days of reclamation by French forces who wrested control of the Mauser factory from German control; a small “WR” Werksrevision marking is visible on the belly of the barrel lug, and there is a ”V” marked on the interior of the slide which is devoid of the usual numbering, with no other expected German proofs present. An intriguing example for the German martial collector. (26A11766-5) {C&R} (600/800)
1655. SHARPS MODEL 1B PEPPERBOX PISTOL
serial #211, 22 RF, 2 1/2" four-barrel cluster with bright good bores showing scattered light pitting and evident rifling. The barrels retain 95% original thinning blue showing light sil vering along the flanks and muzzle with some areas showing to brown in direct light. The frame retains 90% original nickel, showing scattered light high edge wear, some minute oxidation staining, and a few marks along the backstrap with the areas of loss showing the attractive brass frame beneath leading to a nice two-tone effect. The hammer, firing pin, and hand spring show oxidation staining but retain generous glimpses of handsome original blue, with the nose showing only a fleck of oxidation staining with stronger, vibrant original blue. The pistol retains its front brass bead, the circular Sharps patent markings and serial number remain crisp, and this exa functions very well mechanically with the sliding barrel cluster and hammer nose showing smooth and unimpeded function, and the hammer nose also shows an appreciable amount of lovely fire blue. A handsome and mechanically sound 1B in a fine state of condition. (26A11777-26) {ANTIQUE} [The Richard Littlefield Collection] 1656. ITHACA
N.I.D. FIELD GRADE BOXLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN
serial #456925, 16 ga, 28” barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores. This shotgun has been nicely restored by noted Virginia gunsmith Gunter Pfrommer, with the barrels retaining 98% plus professionally reapplied blue showing a freckle of cleaned oxidation on the right barrel and the borderwork at the breeches having softened slightly. The “star”-marked receiver retains 95% restored and vibrant case-hardened colors, thinning lightly on the lower tang and showing hints of oxidation staining. The checkered walnut stocks rate near excellent showing minimal wear with a few gun. The shotgun locks up tightly and on-face with the lever resting at center, and is sighted with a brass bead front. A nicely restored N.I.D. Field Grade manufactured in 1929. (26A11940-1) {C&R} (600/800)
1657.
RUGER NEW MODEL BEARCAT SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER
serial #93-00142, 22 LR, 4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This 1998-manufactured revolver appears as-new-in-box, showing only perhaps a light storage mark, with the loading gate having toned to a nice plum. This revolver retains the standard open sights, timing and lockup are excellent, and the cylinder bears a “22 L.R.” rollmark. Included is the factory plastic hardcase, correctly end-labeled and numbered to the gun, paperwork, and triggerlock. This firearm comes from the personal col lection of Stephen Sanetti, former President and COO of Sturm, Ruger & Co. and includes a certificate of au thenticity verifying that it was acquired by Mr. Sanetti during his tenure as a member of Ruger’s now-defunct “low serial numbe program, featuring his number “142”. (26A11953-8) {MODERN} [Former Stephen Sanetti Collection]
1658. 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 near excellent condition with a thin U-shaped crack at the base of the right panel. 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. (8A10826-402) {C&R} [Dr. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Collection] (700/900)
even brown, and some scattered light handling marks; the gas cylinder has toned to the typical pewter patina. The walnut stock and handguard are in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with an older added finish, showing a light divot on the forward handguard, remnants of an older abrasion ahead of the bottom metal, and the expected light dings and handling marks. The faint remnants of a circled “P” are just visible inside the pistolgrip, with the stock otherwise appearing unmarked. The receiver and barrel markings remain clear, and the marked parts all show IHC drawing numbers. The barrel appears to be timed slightly off, with the standard front sight appearing canted to the right; a qualified gunsmith should be able to address this. The rifle retains the standard rear sight with T105 rear sight drums, a stamped triggerguard, and a 2-slot gas cylinder screw. Included is a green CMP hardcase. (14A11843-3) {C&R} [N.R.A. Firearms For Freedom] (800/1200)
1660. REMINGTON-SMOOT NEW MODEL NO. 1 REVOLVER IN RARE BLUED FINISH
serial #36, 30 RF, 2 13/16" octagon barrel with a very good bright bore. The barrel rib shows the one-line E. Remington & Sons address. This revolver shows about 60% original blue overall with areas of loss due to some flaking on sides of the frame and some other scat tered light flaking and showing some nice striations along the sides. All areas of loss show a nice smooth brown patina. The hammer shows a good deal of rich original color case hardened finish. The revolver wears a pair of bone or ivory grips which rate very good with a small crack on either side toward top of grip. A handsome and desirable Smoot in a rare original blued finish. (1B11886-4) {AN (700/900)
ATTRACTIVE SILVER-INLAID BELGIAN DOUBLE ACTION PINFIRE POCKET REVOLVER WITH PIPE CASE
7.65mm Pinfire, 3” octagon barrel with a fair-good bore showing moderate oxidation and evident rifling. This is a very attractive little revolver featuring extensive silver wire borderline and foliate inlays throughout and the circumference of the cylinder with fine silver inlays representing various arts including a painter’s palette and brushes, lyre and horns, and a compass and mallet. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 50-60% original bright blue with the balance flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina and the left side of the barrel with a little old oxidation staining. The small parts show some areas of old oxidation and retain a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. The loading gate has been lost to the years but its retainer screw is intact. The checkered ebony grips rate excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically in both single and double action. The included original pipe case is in very fine condition with some light scuffing and edge wear along the exterior, the interior lined with purple velvet and silk showing a few small tears and mild fading. An unusually ornate little pinfire for the antique arms collector. (13A11951-2) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)
1662. STEVENS NO. 42 SECOND ISSUE RELIABLE VERNIER POCKET RIFLE
flat retains strong J. Stevens A&T Co. address and the frame retains about 60% original nickel finish strongest along the left side, the right side now pewter gunmetal patina with areas of cleaned light pitting. A Vernier-style sight is fitted to the backstrap with a pair of screws and the smooth walnut grips remain in very fine handling marks. The included original stock is un-numbered and of the correct friction-fit double curved style toning to a pleasant gunmetal gray patina. Barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the hammer seems to function normally. A solid example in an interesting configuration. (13B11678-27) {C&R} (700/900)
1663.
REMINGTON
MODEL 95 DOUBLE DERINGER
serial #125, 41 RF, 3” barrels with good bores showing spots of pitting and oxidation along their lengths with crisp rifling. The metal surfaces of this Type 1 late production pistol retain 95% original nickel with spots of clouding, oxidation, flaking, and light pitting. The hammer and trigger and lever have toned to mostly a gray-brown patina with remnants of blue in protected areas. The checkered hard rubber grips rate near excellent with light handling marks. The barrel with extractor has the two-line address along the top rib and is numbered to the frame. Barrel to frame fit is very good with slight lateral play. A fine example of these popular American arms. (10A11726-4) {ANTIQUE} (700/900)
1664. EXCELLENT EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 75 BOLT ACTION TARGET RIFLE
the bolt showing light wear on the shroud and some thinning on the knob. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition with a fine about 2” hairline crack forward of the bolt recess, easily missed except upon close inspection, a few light handling marks, and an older neatly added finish. The Winchester factory markings remain crisp and the bolt is numbered to a later rifle. The rifle is sighted with the period correct Winchester Model 84A aperture rear sight, the adjustments for which remain functional, and hooded Model 99A “mailbox” front sight with globe insert, and the barrel is factory drilled and tapped for target bases. The elevation plate on the rear sight remains bright with the windage plate drifting to gray, the sights bodies showing some light wear and mild oxidation staining. Included is a Winchester 10-round magazine. A fine first year production Model 75, well suited to the Winchester or rimfire enthusiast. (14A11511-3) {C&R} [Dr. Robert Davis Collection] (700/900)
1665. SMITH & WESSON DOUBLE ACTION PERFECTED MODEL REVOLVER
serial #54940, 38 S&W, 4” barrel with a very good plus bore showing a few spots of pitting and oxidation. The metal surfaces of this nice gun retain about 95-96% original blue, most of the loss on the sides of the barrel and rib with thinning to pewter and plum, and a few light spots of thinning in other areas. The service trigger and hammer retain bold case-hardened colors. The diamond checkered hard rubber grips feature S&W monograms, are numbered to the gun, and they remain in excellent condition. This gun features a half-moon forged front sight, fixed rear sight, thumb piece and top latch, and all appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun. Overall, a fine example of the Perfected. (8A11730-404) {C&R} [Peter DeRose Collection]
1666. HIGH STANDARD SUPERMATIC TROPHY SEMI-AUTO PISTOL
serial #2603008, 22 LR, 5 1/2” heavy barrel with an excellent bore. This Houston, Texas-man ufactured pistol shows minimal use, the metal surfaces of the barrel and slide retain about 99% plus original blue while the stainless steel surfaces of the frame rate excellent. The gold finish on the magazine catch, trigger, slide stop, and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips rate excellent. This gun features a Patridge front sight, bridge mounted adjustable rear sight, overtravel stop on the trigger, stippling on the straps, it is factory drilled and tapped for optics and barrel weights (neither provided) and the muzzle is factory cut for a muzzle stabilizer (not provided). It includes a single factory ten-round magazine with red plastic floorplate extension, and a pair of factory ten-round magazines with steel extension floorplates. One of the final chapters in the long history of High Standard. (8A11828-1) {MODERN}
1667. EXCELLENT COLT THIRD GENERATION MODEL 1860 ARMY FLUTED CYLINDER PERCUSSION REVOLVER
serial #223782, 44 cal., 8” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely Signature Series revolver is as-new and retains about 99% plus original blue on the barrel, fluted cylinder, and backstrap while the brass triggerguard strap rates excellent. The frame, hammer, and loading lever assembly have beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The smooth one-piece factory walnut grips rate excellent. The backstrap shows a gold filled likeness of Sam Colts signature, all the appropriate parts are correctly numbered to the gun, and it is cut for a shoulder stock. It is displayed in a lovely factory hardwood case with the Colt logo on the exterior, five blue-gray felt lined compartments on the interior. Accessories include a brass powder flask, two cavity mold, combination nipple wrench and screwdriver, a percussion cap tin marked Eley Bros, key for the case, and manual. All the accessories in this series have the likeness of Sam Colts signature, and the presentation case and accessories all rate excellent. A superb example for the collector or Civil War buff. (8A11895-1) {ANTIQUE} (600/800)
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• 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).
PAYMENT POLICY
• 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 21% added to all purchases A discounted Buyers Premium of 17.5% will apply to all purchases paid by cash or check **
CASH DISCOUNT POLICY
• 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 21% 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.
GUIDELINES FOR FIREARM PURCHASES
• All Federal, State and Local firearms laws will be observed FFL holders may take possession of any firearm on day of sale when they present a signed copy of their Federal Firearms License. New Hampshire residents over the age of 21 may take possession of any firearm on day of sale providing the proper paperwork is filled out and the transfer has been approved either through the NH State Police or the FBI NICS System While most NICS and State approvals are immediate, approvals could take up to 3 days Most non-residents may take possession of long guns on day of sale after completing the proper forms and successfully completing a NICS check; modern handguns will need to be shipped to an FFL holder in the buyer’s home state Buyer is responsible for any and all shipping charges and all items must be paid for on day of sale. Bidders should be familiar with their local and state laws as Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. will not be responsible for any parties purchasing items which may not be possessed in, or shipped, to their state of residence
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.
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 - MARCH 27, 2025~
• 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 481.
SHIPPING
• Amoskeag Auction Company, Inc. will make every effort to ship items in a timely fashion. All items, with the exception of modern handguns, are shipped via UPS Ground unless other arrangements have been made
• All modern handguns are shipped via UPS Next Day Air service
• Buyer is responsible for any and all shipping charges
PICKING UP MERCHANDISE
• BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT, ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR INVOICE.
• Our office hours are Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00pm. Please call ahead prior to arriving to pickup your merc handise.
• All merchandise must be picked up within 30 days of the sale.
Firearms are marked as follows:
ANTIQUE - no paperwork required
C&R - for firearms that fall under the ATF Curio & Relics licensing and if purchased by a person with a “C&R License” no paperwork is required. NOTE: Items that meet the age requirements but have been altered from their original configuration may NOT be delivered on a C&R License.
MODERN - these firearms require a federal form 4473 and successful background check unless purchaser holds a valid and current FFL
GENERAL INFORMATION
DIRECTIONS
FROM SO UTH: 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 NO RTH: 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: Park in the front of the building and enter the building through the center entrance. There is also a second elevator that is located in the center entrance along the river side of the building. STAIRS: Enter South entrance, go up stairs and follow hallway and signs.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hilton Garden Inn (Manchester, walking distance to gallery)
603/669-2222
Tru by Hilton (Manchester, walking distance to gallery) 603/669-3000
DoubleTree by Hilton (Manchester, walking distance to gallery)
603/625–1000
Fairfield Inn Manchester (Manchester, 5 minutes to gallery) 603/625-2020
Springhill Suites by Marriott (Manchester, 5 minutes to gallery)
Homewood Suites by Hilton (Manchester, 5 minutes to gallery)
Hampton Inn & Suites (Bedford, 5 minutes to gallery)
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (Manchester, 5 minutes to gallery)
Country Inn & Suites (Bedford, 10 minutes to gallery)
MANCHESTER - BOSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT (MHT)
603/624-6539 • www. flymanchester.com
American Airlines • www.aa.com
800-428-4322
Nonstop Flights to: Charlotte Philadelphia Washington – National Chicago – O’Hare (Seasonal, Returning May 5, 2025)
JetBlue • www.jetblue.com
800-538-2583
Nonstop Flights to:
Fort Lauderdale (Seasonal through May 5, 2025) Fort Myers (Seasonal through May 3, 2025)
New York City (JFK) beginning June 13, 2025 (Seasonal through Oct. 26, 2025) Orlando
TOURISM
603/668-9400
603/668-2200
603/623-2040
603/641-6466
603/666-4600
Southwest • www.southwest.com
800-435-9792
Nonstop Flights to:
Baltimore – Washington Chicago – Midway Orlando Tampa (Seasonal) Southwest Airline Logo
United • www.united.com
800-864-8331
Nonstop Flights to:
Newark (ending March 2025) Washington-Dulles (beginning March 2025)
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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.
TELEPHONE BIDDING
Our advice to telephone bidders and all bidders for that matter is to have a stop point in mind and bid actively to that point, then if you need some time to think you can. Telephone bidders are wise to let an item slow down before they start trying to bid, when bidding is moving quickly a phone bidder cannot get a bid in before the bid advances on the floor. One wise technique is to give the staff member a stop point when the bidding opens. Say the bid is at $400 and a staff member is told to bid to $800, they can bid like any bidder in the hall until that point and then ask if the phone bidder would like to advance over that point. The most common problem with phone bidders is their not understanding the pace of the auction and over–thinking, or attempting to be a "buzzer beater", let us assure you that the buzzer usually wins.
The ideal telephone bidder responds quickly with a simple "yes" or "bid". Thinking ahead and removing the thoughts of trying to use a "strategy" works best when bidding in that manner.
What we would like all absentee and telephone bidders to remember is that you aren't at the auction. There is no perfect system to assure that all absentee and telephone bidders can bid with the same ease as they could if they were at the sale. We do everything to accommodate absentee bidders and as we said before we value your business greatly. We hope that this information is helpful and as always we are open to comments and suggestions on how we can better serve our customers.
IN ORDER TO BID BY TELEPHONE, THE BIDDER MUST BE WILLING TO PAY AT LEAST THE LOW ESTIMATE OF THE ITEM BEING BID ON. IF YOU FAX YOUR BID SHEET INTO OUR OFFICE, PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM THAT WE DID RECEIVE IT. THANK YOU. 603/627-7383
ABSENTEE/TELEPHONE BIDDING FORM
AUCTION
Please enter the following on my behalf:
OFFICE USE ONLY
ABSENTEE BIDS CAN BE PLACED AT LIVE.AMOSKEAGAUCTION.COM OR EMAIL TO: BIDS@AMOSKEAGAUCTION.COM
DATE RECEIVED:_______________ ENTERED:________________ q FIRST TIME BIDDER
TELEPHONE BIDDERS: PLEASE PROVIDE THE NUMBER TO CALL YOU ON THE DAY OF THE AUCTION FOR PHONE BIDDING.
NOTE: To make one additional bid on your behalf in the event of a tie, please place a “ + “ after your bid amount.
PHONE BIDS ARE DUE BY 5:00 TWO DAYS PRIOR TO THE SALE • ABSENTEE BIDS ARE DUE BY 5:00 ON THE DAY PRIOR TO THE SALE Bids cannot be cancelled or adjusted once the auction has started.
Bidders without prior credit approval are required to submit a 20% deposit prior to bids being accepted. You may do this by check or credit card authorization. If your bids are unsuccessful a refund check will be issued. *PLEASE READ 14-DAY
PAYMENT IS DUE UPON RECEIPT. If in the event my bids are successful on the above items and I do not contact Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. or make payment arrangements within 15 days, Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. is hereby authorized to charge my credit card for the total purchase price together with the applicable Buyer’s Premium (21%).
I authorize Amoskeag Auction Co., Inc. to place the above bids on my behalf in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Sale. I have read, fully understand and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the Firearms Warning for this auction (printed and online). Signature:__________________________________________________ Date:_____________________
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B&T
B. Kittredge & Co. Marked
Baltimore Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifle by Sneider with Meyer-Marked Lock
Baltimore Police Smith & Wesson First Model 38 Single Action Revolver
Barber and Lefever High Grade Double Hammergun Cased
Barrett MRAD Bolt Action
Belgian Double Action Pinfire Pocket Revolver with Pipe Case
Belgian Loron & Co. Volcanic “Rocket Ball” Single Shot Pistol
Belgian Smallbore Boxlock Double Shotgun, Engraved & Gold-Inlaid
Bellmore-Johnson Tool Co. Winchester Breech Loading Cannon with Crate
Benelli Super Black Eagle Semi-Auto Shotgun
Beretta Model 687 Extra Over Under Shotgun
Beretta Model 687 Silver Pigeon V Over Under Shotgun
Bernardelli Roma 6E Sideplated Double Ejectorgun
Blaser R93 Luxus Straight Pull Bolt Action Rifles
Blaser
Blaser R93 Professional
Single Action Pocket Revolver, Cased
Bohemian Flintlock Fullstock Jaeger Rifle by G. Keiner
British Beaumont-Adams Model 1854 Revolver by
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Colt
Oberndorf 433
German Lady’s Or Child’s Percussion Fowler by J.A. Kuchenreuter 388
German LP.08 Artillery Luger Pistol by Dwm with Holster and Stock 196
German Martini Schuetzen Rifle with Friedlein Retailer Marking
292
German Martini-Style Zimmerstutzen by Heinrich Emmerling 471
German Model 1871 Single Shot Bolt Action Sporting Rifle
389
German Model 1908 Navy Luger Pistol by DWM with Kiel Shipyard Markings 195
German Model P.08 Luger byf-Coded Semi-Auto Pistol by Mauser
104
German P.08 Luger 42-Coded Pistol by Mauser 353, 427
German P.08 Luger byf-Coded Pistol by Mauser
352
German P.08 Luger Pistols by DWM 102, 417
German P.08 Luger Pistols by Mauser
374, 418, 430, 443
German P.08 Luger S/42 Coded Pistols by Mauser 256, 374, 373, 426
German P.08 Luger S/42 G-Date Pistol by Mauser 126
German P.08 Luger S/42 Pistols by Mauser 126, 127
German P.27 Semi-Auto Pistol by CZ with "U" Prefix Serial Number 255
German P.35(P) Semi-Auto Pistol by Radom
German P.37 Semi-Auto Pistol by FEG
German P.38 Semi-Auto Pistol by Mauser
German P27 Pistol by CZ
German Percussion Fullstock Jaeger Rifle by Funk & Sons
German Percussion Halfstock Schuetzen Rifle by H. Pirmann
German Scalloped Boxlock Double Ejector Rifle Made For H. Mahillon Of Brussels
German Scalloped Boxlock Drilling Retailed by William Read & Sons of Boston
German System Marrkolbe Falling Block Schuetzen Rifle by Sempert & Krieghoff 305
German System Martini Schuetzen Rifle with Fancy Carved Stock
German System Mauser 1871 Single Shot Bolt Action Sporting Rifle by C. Guntermann
German System Pachmayr Zimmerstutzen
Germanic
Germanic
Guncrafter
Smith
Sig
Smith
Smith
Smith
Smith
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second Issue Revolver, Cased & Engraved
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Second Issue Revolver, Cased
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver Oscar Young Engraved & Folsom Arms Co. Cased
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver with Pipe Case, Engraved
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolver with Short Barrel
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolvers 401, 402, 444, 445, 446, 458
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Revolvers, Engraved 401, 402, 403, 404
Smith & Wesson No. 1 Third Issue Short-Barreled Revolver 459
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Revolver Identified to Civil War
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Revolver Serial No. 5
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Revolver, Cased & Etched
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Revolvers, Cased
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army Short-Barreled Revolver
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Cartridge Box
Smith & Wesson No. 2 Revolver Presented To Major General Joseph Hooker, Engraved & Cased
Smith & Wesson No. 3 41 RF Single Action Four Shot Pocket Revolver
Smith
Smith
U.S. Air Force
U.S.
U.S.
U.S. Experimental 1892-Dated 30 Caliber Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
U.S. M1 Carbine by National Postal Meter
U.S. M1 Carbine by Rock-Ola
U.S. M1 Carbine by Standard Products
U.S. M1 Carbines by Inland Division 362, 363, 415, 416, 448, 449
U.S. M1 Carbines by Quality Hardware 330, 362, 448
U.S. M1 Carbines by Underwood 276, 416
U.S. M1 Carbines by Winchester 60, 329, 423
U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by Springfield Armory with Experimental Fiberglass Stock and Night Sights 194
U.S. M1 Garand Rifle by Winchester with Duplicate Serial Number 196
U.S. M1 Garand Rifle with T131 Reflex-Collimator Sight 193
U.S. M1 Garand Rifles by Harrington & Richardson 194, 330
U.S. M1 Garand Rifles by International Harvester 329, 415
U.S. M1 Garand Rifles by Springfield Armory 275, 276, 372, 373, 375, 408, 414, 415, 416, 417, 434, 450, 476
U.S. M1 Gas Trap Garand Rifle by Springfield Armory 192
U.S. M1C Garand Sniper Rifle with MC1 Scope 89
U.S. M1D Garand Sniper Rifle by International Harvester 89
U.S. Marked Remington 40-X Bolt Action Target Rifles 421, 452
U.S. Military Academy Sword by Ames 465
U.S. Model 12 Slide Action Trench Shotgun by Winchester 57
U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol by Harper’s Ferry 306
U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Common Rifle by Simeon North 371
U.S. Model 1832 Foot Artillery Sword by Ames with Huse Hilt 311
U.S. Model 1841 Percussion Rifle by Robbins, Kendall & Lawrence with Bayonet 136
U.S. Model 1849 Rifleman’s Knife by Ames 106
U.S. Model 1858 Cadet Rifle-Musket with Rare Correct Bayonet by Springfield Armory 136
U.S. Model 1860 Naval Cutlass by Ames 429
U.S. Model 1869 Trapdoor Cadet Rifle by Springfield Armory 318
U.S. Model 1869 Trowel Bayonet
U.S. Model 1872 First Variation Cavalry Officer’s Saber with Early U.S. Armory Markings
U.S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1875 Officer’s Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifles by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1880 Field & Cavalry Officer’s Saber by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1882 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Carbine by Springfield Armory 317
U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
U.S. Model 1887 Hospital Corps Knife
U.S. Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory ID'd 457
U.S. Model 1892 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory w/ Two Digit Serial Number 208
U.S. Model 1892 Krag Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 85
U.S. Model 1892 Krag Carbine by Springfield Armory 87
U.S. Model 1898 Krag Bowie Bayonet 106
U.S. Model 1898 Krag Rifle by Springfield 85
U.S. Model 1899 Krag Bolt Action Carbine by Springfield Armory 415
U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 241
U.S. Model 1903 Bolt Action Rifles by Springfield Armory 61, 287, 439, 460
U.S. Model 1903 Gallery Practice 22 Caliber Hoffer-Thompson Rifle by Springfield Armory 287
U.S. Model 1903 National Match Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 240
U.S. Model 1903 National Match Special Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 241
U.S. Model 1903 NRA Sales Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 61
U.S. Model 1903 Rifle by Springfield Armory with Warner & Swasey Telescopic Musket Sight 90
U.S. Model 1903 Rod Bayonet Rifle by Springfield Armory 58
U.S. Model 1903A1 Bolt Action Rifle by Springfield Armory 35
U.S. Model 1903A1 U.S.M.C. Bolt Action Sniper Rifle 240
U.S. Model 1903-A3 Bolt Action Rifles 434, 460
U.S. Model 1903-A4 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle by Remington 85
U.S. Model 1909 Double Action Revolver by Colt 283
U.S. Model 1911 Navy Contract Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 95
U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt with A.J. Savage Slide 424
U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol by Remington UMC 44
U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistols by Colt 44, 281, 282, 379, 380, 381, 409
U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistols by Springfield Armory 45, 382
U.S. Model 1911A1 “Commercial Swartz Safety Delete” Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 118
U.S. Model 1911A1 British Lend-Lease Semi-Auto Pistol by Colt 353
U.S. Model 1911A1 National Match Semi-Auto Pistol by Springfield Armory 91
U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistol by Union Switch & Signal 119
U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Colt 19, 180, 352, 382
U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Ithaca 17, 180, 352, 380
U.S. Model 1911A1 Semi-Auto Pistols by Remington Rand 17, 91, 180, 281, 283, 284, 351, 382
U.S. Model 1913 First Year Production Cavalry Saber by Springfield Armory 465
U.S. Model 1917 Double Action Revolvers by Smith & Wesson 231, 382, 473
U.S. Model 1922 MII Bolt Action Rifles by Springfield Armory 374, 399, 448
U.S. Navy Model 1861 Dahlgren Bayonet
U.S. Navy Model 1895 Winchester-Lee Rifle Recovered From The USS Maine
U.S. Navy Smith & Wesson Model 1902 Double Action Revolver
U.S. Post Office Railway Mail Service Smith & Wesson 38/32
Walther
Walther
Winchester Model 1892 Special Order Short Rifle
393
Winchester Model 1892 Takedown Lever Action Rifle 365
Winchester Model 1892 Trapper Carbines 121, 312
Winchester Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle 123
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifles 216, 365, 373, 405, 449
Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Takedown Rifle 394
Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbines 73, 84, 392, 393, 419, 439, 440, 450
Winchester Model 1894 Special Order Lever Action Rifles 453, 474
Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Lever Action Rifles 17, 308, 408
Winchester Model 1894 Trapper Carbine 121
Winchester Model 1895 Flatside Lever Action Rifle 84
Winchester Model 1895 Saddle Ring Carbines 88, 124
Winchester Model 1895 Takedown Rifle 123
Winchester Model 1906 Slide Action Rifle 433
Winchester Model 1907 Semi-Auto Rifle 364
Winchester Model 21 Skeet Grade Double Ejectorgun
205
Winchester Model 23 Classic Boxlock Double Ejectorguns 334, 335
Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotgun by Stan Williams, Engraved & Gold Inlaid 232
Winchester Model 42 Slide Action Shotguns 176, 377, 419
Winchester Model 50 Semi-Auto Shotguns 364, 452
Winchester Model 52B Bolt Action Rifles 378, 420, 435
Winchester Model 52B Sporter Bolt Action Rifle, The Final Example Made 166
Winchester Model 54 Bolt Action Rifle 423
Winchester Model 54 Improved Bolt Action Rifles 451,
Winchester Model 1885 Pope High Wall Muzzleloading Schuetzen Rifles
Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle In Rare 38-70 WCF, Engraved & Gold Inlaid
Winchester
Winchester Model 1886 Facsimile 50 Express Saddle Ring Carbine
Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Rifles
Winchester Model 1886 Lightweight Takedown Rifles
Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun
Winchester Model 1892 “China Navigation Company” Saddle Ring Carbine 308
Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifles 218, 393, 442, 473
Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine with Desirable Browning Brothers Marking 74
Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbines 73, 84, 376, 391, 392, 439
Winchester Model 1892 Special Order Lever Action Rifle 366, 432
PeterTheCollectionDeRose
MAGNIFICENT TIFFANY & COMPANY EMBELLISHED SMITH & WESSON .38 DOUBLE ACTION THIRD MODEL REVOLVER EXHIBITED BY THE FACTORY AT THE 1893 WORLD’S COLUMBIAN EXHIBITION IN CHICAGO
Peter DeRose The Collection
STUNNING EXHIBITION QUALITY SMITH & WESSON NO. 1 THIRD ISSUE REVOLVER, ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID BY GUSTAVE YOUNG, MADE FOR PRESENTATION TO CHRISTINA NILSSON AND DELIVERED TO D.B. WESSON IN 1870. D.B. WESSON GIFTED THIS REVOLVER TO NILSSON, A FAMOUS SWEDISH OPERA SINGER WHO FIRST TOURED THE UNITED STATES IN 1870.
