Fine Sporting Arms Auction | February 10, 2024

Guyette & Deeter, Inc. Fine Sporting Arms Auction February 10, 2024

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1210 S Talbot St, Unit A • St. Michaels, Maryland 21663

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Guyette & Deeter, Inc. Fine Sporting Arms Auction The live auction will be held at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - Steam Boat Building 213 N Talbot St St Michaels, Maryland 21663 The office is open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM for preview leading up to the sale

Friday, February 9, 2024

Preview 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Extended hours 5:00 – 7:00 PM Refreshments

Saturday, February 10, 2024

Preview 8:00 – 9:30 AM (at our office, located at 1210 S Talbot St) Auction 10:00 AM Absentee, Phone & Online Bidding accepted call 410-745-0485 for arrangements For free appraisal or information contact: Jon Deeter | jdeeter@guyetteanddeeter.com | 440-610-1768 Zac Cote | zcote@guyetteanddeeter.com | 207-321-8091 Josh Loewensteiner | guns@guyetteanddeeter.com | 704-280-2382

PLEASE NOTE NO AUCTION ITEMS WILL BE AT THE CHESAPEAKE BAY MARITIME MUSEUM WHERE THE AUCTION IS BEING HELD. All auction items will be located at our office, located at 1210 S. Talbot St, St. Michaels, MD 21663, one mile from the auction site.

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Dear Fellow Collectors– We are thrilled to share with you our February 2024 Fine Sporting Arms and Sporting Art Auction Catalog! This catalog is the first for our firm in 2024 and represents another major milestone for our company and our company’s growth. 2023 was a record year for us and we can only start by sharing our deepest gratitude to you, our clients, who share our love and enthusiasm for all things Sporting.

We are incredibly proud of our auction catalogs and the team effort that goes in to bringing these together. As we attend shows and visit clients, friends, hunting lodges, and sporting clays venues, we have been pleasantly surprised to see our catalogs in places we never expected to see them! Imagine our delight when we pulled in to a pheasant hunting lodge in Chamberlain, SD and found one of our catalogs in the lodge for all of their guests to view! We appreciate that you, our friends and clients, so generously share these works with your friends and fellow sporting enthusiasts–for that, we thank you! We believe there is great value in the effort we put forth to properly showcase the quality material we have been entrusted with by our consignors and that you, our buyers, have all the information you need to make the right informed decisions to expand your collections by participating confidently in our auction events.

It is also important to note how much we enjoy hearing from you before our auction events. With open arms, we welcome your questions and comments about each and every item in this catalog. We often use technical terms in the written descriptions and we want all of our buyers to feel comfortable and confident in bidding with us so we want to encourage you to feel free to call our offices, email us, or even text us with any questions you have on any items in the auction. It truly is our pleasure to talk to you about this material and we look forward to it before each auction.

Without question, the most exciting and rewarding way to participate in any auction is to attend the event in person. We would love to welcome you to the Eastern Shore of Maryland and show you some of the local hospitality! Everyone on the team is happy to welcome you to our area and to our auction event- we really do hope to see you here! If you can’t be here in person, please don’t hesitate to contact our offices to set up your phone or absentee bids.

Our entire staff are happy to help you be a part of the auction event.

Just like they say in the lottery- it is also so true with the auction - “You have to be in it to win it!”

We look forward to seeing you and talking to you about this wonderful auction!

With sincere gratitude– Josh Loewensteiner (Fine Sporting Arms Division Head) Jon Deeter (Principal) Zac Cote (Principal) The entire team at Guyette and Deeter

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Upcoming Auction Schedule

April 25 & 26, 2024

July 26 & 27, 2024

September 24, 2024

November 9 & 10, 2024

Decoys & Sporting Art Auction

Decoys & Sporting Art Auction

Fine Sporting Arms Auction

Decoys & Sporting Art Auction

Lombard, Illinois

St. Michaels, Maryland

St. Michaels, Maryland

Easton, Maryland

The Westin

Chesapeake Bay Maritime

Chesapeake Bay Maritime

The Country School

Museum

Museum

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Online Bidding Available for All Guyette & Deeter, Inc. Auctions The best way to bid online at Guyette & Deeter auctions with the lowest platform fee available at just 1%.

Simply go to bid.guyetteanddeeter.com or use the QR code Online bidding features real time competitive bidding and live streaming video straight from the auction.

Local Lodging Hotels in St. Michaels, MD:

Inn at Perry Cabin

Holiday Inn Express Easton

St. Michaels Inn

308 Watkins Lane

8561 Ocean Gateway Route 50

1228 S. Talbot Street,

St. Michaels, MD 21663

Easton, Maryland 21601

Saint Michaels, Maryland 21663

(410) 745-2200

(888) 465-4329

Hotels in Easton, MD, 15 minute drive to St. Michaels:

Best Western Plus Easton Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites Easton

Easton, Maryland 21601

8945 Sunflower Drive

(410) 822-7100

Phone: 410-745-3333 St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina & Spa 101 N Harbor Rd St. Michaels, MD 21663 (410) 745-9001

Easton, Maryland, USA, 21601 (410) 822-0050

Hotels in Tilghman Island, MD, 15 minute drive to St. Michaels:

St Michaels, MD 21663

Hampton Inn Easton

Wylder Tilghman Island

(410) 745-8004

8058 Ocean Gateway

21551 Chesapeake House Drive

Easton, MD, 21601

Tilghman, MD 21671

(855) 213-8217

(410) 886-2121

The Wildset Hotel 209 N Talbot St

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8708 Alicia Drive

Guyette & Deeter, Inc. Josh Loewensteiner

Fine Sporting Arms Division Head guns@guyetteanddeeter.com 704-280-2382

J. Wesley Dillon

Firearms consultant 207-592-6875 www.inheritedguns.com

Jon & Leigh Ann Deeter Owner 1210 S Talbot St, Unit A St. Michaels, MD 21663 Tel: 440-610-1768 jdeeter@guyetteanddeeter.com

Lacey & Zac Cote Owner PO Box 347 Freeport, ME 04032 Tel: 207-321-8091 zcote@guyetteanddeeter.com

Patrick Hornberger

American Vintage Arms Specialist

Mike Stevenson

Cooper Rossner

Ed Kenney

Allison Banks

Graphic Designer St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 michael@guyetteanddeeter.com

Weekly Auction Manager St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 609-560-8028 cooper@guyetteanddeeter.com

Merchandise Manager & Shipping St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 shipping@guyetteanddeeter.com

Auction Coordinator St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 auction@guyetteanddeeter.com

Megan Stroyan Clarke

A.J. Smith

Chief Financial Officer St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 billing@guyetteanddeeter.com

Photography St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 photography@guyetteand...

Mike Roberts

Shipping St. Michaels, Maryland Tel: 410-745-0485 ups@guyetteanddeeter.com

Bill Lapointe

New England Decoy Specialist Swansea, Massachusetts Tel: 774-644-9426

Stormi Lind

Office Assistant Tel: 410-745-0485 admin@guyetteanddeeter.com 9

Terms & Conditions For Our Bidders & Buyers – Please Read 1.

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GUYETTE AND DEETER WOULD LIKE TO MAKE YOUR BIDDING EXPERIENCE AND PARTICIPATION IN OUR AUCTIONS AS PLEASANT AS POSSIBLE Whether you are bidding live, absentee, or by phone, we ask that before you bid in any manner that you satisfy any and all of your questions, so that you will feel confident in placing bids with us and have all of the information you need. All of the items we offer have been pre-owned, handled, and used. As such, we strongly suggest you call or email us with any inquiries. Contact us 48 hours prior to the Auction to get any questions and/or condition reports on the items that interest you. We will work to answer all questions and additional photo requests but do not guarantee we will be able to do so.

Additional content provided in any conversation, written or otherwise, will not be part of the guaranteed condition reports unless expressly stated by the auctioneer from the podium prior to the auction.

THE AUCTIONEER IS THE SOLE DETERMINANT AS TO WHO IS THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER At the Auctioneer’s discretion, an item may be reoffered for sale if a dispute arises. Auctioneer’s sale recording shall be conclusive as to who was the successful purchaser and the purchase price. If there is no apparent interest in an item (at half of the catalog low estimate) or an appreciable opening bid, (when no catalog estimate is printed), the item will be passed from the block by the Auctioneer and will not be re-offered again for sale during this auction. The lot may be available at a later date, after the auction has concluded.

SALES TAX Must be charged to all successful bidders in compliance with all local, State, and Federal laws. * Maryland residents who do not present a valid ANNUAL RESALE CERTIFICATE at the time of registration will have to pay the current Maryland State sales tax. (6%). NO EXCEPTIONS. * Under Maryland law, items to be shipped within Maryland will have the tax applied. * If you reside in the state of Maryland, but maintain an out of state tax number, you must pay sales tax. This is Maryland law. * Out of State residents. If you are not a Maryland resident, items shipped to some out of state residents may be charged sales tax by your receiving dealer. If your state requires our company to collect the recipient’s state sales tax, we may do so. If we ship your item out of state and are not required to collect the state sales tax, we will not.

BUYERS PREMIUM The buyer’s premium, assessed on each selling lot, is 20% of the hammer price up to and including $1,000,000, plus 15% on any amount in excess of $1,000,000. This amount will be added to the hammer price and collected by the auctioneer.

A. For payments made using a credit card, the buyer’s premium is 23% up to and including $1,000,000, plus 18% on any amount in excess of $1,000,000. This amount will be added to the hammer price and collected by the auctioneer.

GUARANTEE AND DESCRIPTIONS We have made a painstaking effort to honestly and accurately catalog and describe the property to be sold. All items in this catalog have guaranteed condition reports. Should the need arise, the auctioneer reserves the right to make verbal corrections and provide additional information from the block at the time of the sale and this additional information will be part of the guarantee. The printed catalog descriptions carry a limited guarantee to protect you against major discrepancies that would have a major effect upon the value of the item. Under no circumstances do we guarantee against anything less than a major discrepancy that would have less than a major effect upon value. Absentee bids may or may not be executed on items that are found to be other than described in the catalog at the auctioneer’s discretion. Since opinions can differ, particularly in the matter of condition, the auctioneer will be sole judge in the matter of refunds. If we fail to identify a major flaw that has a major impact on the value, the

auctioneer will absolutely consider a full refund. This guarantee is limited to what you paid for the item from us and not what you expect to get if you had sold it.

Note: It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to satisfy themselves on the age, authenticity, condition, description, and value of each lot before bidding. This includes all bidders whether they attend the auction in person, bid via absentee, bid via agent, phone, or internet bidding.

6. DURATION OF GUARANTEE If you bid absentee, by phone, on the internet, or in person and have your item shipped, it is your responsibility to examine the lot immediately upon receipt and notify us of any serious issues. The Auctioneer must be notified of any issues within 2 days of receipt of your items. The guarantee will end 5 days from the date of delivery. Deliver is defined as delivered to your FFL for modern firearms, delivery to your home/business or requested address for antiques and other items in this auction. Therefore, all guarantees on items purchased will become null and void 10 calendar days from the date of shipment. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT IF YOU DO NOT PAY YOUR INVOICE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE AUCTION, YOU WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE GUARANTEE. Payment must be postmarked no later than 30 days after the auction.

7. FOR IN PERSON LIVE AUCTION ATTENDEE BIDDERS It is expected that you have examined the items before you purchased them and that as you pick them up, you will re-examine them one last time. If there is a problem regarding condition, it is expected that you would notify us immediately before leaving the auction facility. Also, please check to make sure all components to your lots are there. All possibility of a refund is null and void once you have left our facility with the item(s).

8. ONLINE BIDDING PLATFORMS We incorporate several internet bidding services that are provided by separate companies that host our auctions live from their web platforms. They charge our auction company a substantial fee to upload the auction materials to their platforms. Bid.guyetteanddeeter.com. has a 1% charge, other firms generally charge 3% - 5% to the buyer who utilizes their services. This amount is added on to your Buyers Premium on your invoice if you utilize any of the online bidding platforms that carry this auction.

9. RESERVES Occasionally an item may carry a conservative reserve above one half of the low estimate value. In this instance, the auctioneer retains the right to bid on behalf of the owner up to the reserve price. We will tell you if an item carries a reserve should you inquire. As a general business practice, reserves are usually a fraction of the low estimate and we do not allow reserves above the low estimate.

Consignors Identification is considered confidential unless otherwise stated in the catalog. We will not give out this information unless we have prior approval from the consignor to do so or if the auctioneer deems sharing that information necessary.

10. PAYMENT All items must be paid for in United States Currency. We accept Cash, preapproved checks (business or personal), bank checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover & bank wire transfers. All items must be paid for in full before being removed from our facility. All fees associated with the cost of a wire transfer or bank check are those of the purchaser. Buyers must have valid driver’s license when paying by charge cards & checks. Checks are to be pre-approved by auctioneer prior to the auction. We require pre-approval at least 2 business days before the start of our auction and will NOT be able to consider approval of checks the day of the auction. A letter of reference from your bank is strongly recommended to those who have never done business with us before. The auctioneer reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by checks that have not been pre-approved until we can see that the check has cleared the bank which is typically 3 business days but could take up to 10 business days. We will hold merchandise purchased by all first-time buyers until the first-time buyer’s check has cleared the bank. (This enables

the check to clear the bank and if it does not, then it gives the bank the time to notify us via U.S. mail which can take up to 10 days). * There will be a $100 fee charged for all returned checks. * Third party checks are not accepted under any circumstances! NO EXCEPTIONS. Note: Our goal is to provide best in class service with prompt and careful shipping of your goods. A delay in a buyer’s payment to us, means delay in the shipment of your goods to you. Unfortunately, a delay in shipment to you could mean you lose all possibility of a return and guarantee privilege, so we kindly ask you to please make a prompt payment.

The speediest forms of payments are credit cards or bank checks. Personal or Business checks from first time buyers will hold the shipment up for 10 business days until checks have cleared our bank. This bank-imposed hold could jeopardize the warranties of the descriptions if the shipment occurs outside of our guarantee period or for other reasons.

11. AGENTS: FIREARMS AGENT: You must have an agents letter registered with us before bidding on behalf of someone else on a Modern or Curio firearm. If you are representing some other FFL as an agent you must have the following to qualify: 1) You must have a letter from the FFL Holder you are representing.

2) Your agent letter must be on the company’s letterhead.

3) Must be typed.

4) Must be signed by the responsible person on the FFL. 5) Must be accompanied by a copy of the FFL. 6) Must state that you are an employee for the FFL Holder.

7) Must be dated.

Please Note: If you do not have a “completed” letter with ALL of the above requirements you will not be able to represent another FFL Holder in this capacity- NO EXCEPTIONS! NON-FIREARMS AGENT: If you are registering or executing a bid for someone else, please bear in mind that you are responsible for the settlement of that account with us regardless of whether the person you’re executing or registering for pays you or not. As stated previously, we do not accept third party checks.

12. TITLE: The process of passing the title begins upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer or when announced as “sold” by the auctioneer. The title will pass once the auctioneer has received the full purchase price and any applicable expenses in clear funds. * It is then the responsibility of the buyer to make full payment prior to removing the items from the premises. * It is both the buyer’s risk and expense for removal and must be made at the conclusion of the sale unless other arrangements are made with Guyette and Deeter, Inc. All items to be packaged by the purchaser, unless the items are to be shipped by Guyette and Deeter, Inc. or a third party. Guyette and Deeter, Inc. will provide shipping as outlined in our terms and conditions below. * If an item(s) cannot be removed on the sale date, storage may be arranged for an agreed amount of time. A fee of $100 per month – per item will be charged for any item(s) being left in our facility longer than 30 days from auction date. ALL ITEM(S) left will be at the purchaser’s risk and will under no circumstances be covered by Guyette and Deeter’s insurance., Guyette and Deeter Inc. is not liable for any damage or loss occurring during storage on behalf of the purchaser. Items will not be released to the purchaser until all storage fees and any other balance due to Guyette and Deeter. is paid in full. Fees continue until the balance has been paid in full. * IF CONTACT CANNOT BE MADE WITH THE BUYER TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR PAYMENT AND SHIPPING WITHIN 30 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION THE AUCTIONEER RESERVES THE RIGHT

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THE BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE TO HAVE FULL KNOWLEDGE AS TO WHETHER THE ITEM THEY ARE BIDDING ON IS LEGAL FOR THEM TO POSSESS OR IMPORT INTO THEIR RESIDENT STATE OR COUNTRY: If a buyer purchases an item that is either illegal to possess in their resident state or will not be cleared through customs, the buyer is responsible for the purchase and will not be issued a refund. The item determined illegal in their resident state or country will be offered in the next auction and a seller’s commission and restocking fee will be deducted from the proceeds of the sale of the item(s) resold on behalf of the purchaser.

NOTE: Guyette and Deeter Inc. will not change the name or amount on an invoice, or alter any paperwork in any manner for any item.

WITHDRAWALS: We reserve the right to withdraw any property before the sale and shall have no liability for such withdrawal. Withdrawal can be made at any time up until the gavel has fallen and the auctioneer has declared the item to be “SOLD”.

13. ABSENTEE & PHONE BIDS: Absentee bidding is a free service we provide to our customers. Bidding on items shows that you agree with all terms & conditions of bidding. * We accept Absentee & Phone bids with the condition that bids are communicated clearly and that a lot number & brief description of each lot is written out. PLEASE NOTE: IF A BIDDER MISIDENTIFIES A LOT NUMBER OR ITEM THAT THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BIDDING ON RESULTING IN THE PURCHASE OF THE LOT(S) IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO PAY FOR THE PURCHASE EVEN THOUGH S/HE MADE AN ERROR WHEN BIDDING ON THE LOT(S). Guyette and Deeter, Inc. is not responsible for these errors with absentee bids. * Guyette and Deeter, Inc. shall not be held responsible in any form for any failure to properly execute an absentee or phone bid whether it be due to equipment failure, lack of description on bid form, clerical error, loss of connection or failure to hear or understand the bidder’s directions, etc. * Absentee and Phone bidders must review their bids for correctness prior to submitting their bid(s) and our phone clerks may ask to confirm them with you as well. We ask that you supply an email address when the bids are processed, and you will then be sent a copy of your entered phone and/or absentee bids. Please review this and determine if any corrections should be made. We ask that you notify us immediately with any corrections or changes you may have. Guyette and Deeter, Inc. will not be responsible in any form for errors in absentee bids and/or phone bids. * If you do not receive confirmation by email/phone within 24 hours of submitting your bids please, contact our office. We ask that all phone and absentee bids be submitted at a minimum of 24 hours prior the auction, bids submitted less than 24 hours prior to the start of the auction may or may not receive an email/phone confirmation and we do not guarantee we can execute phone and absentee bids received less than 24 hours prior to the start of the auction. We want to be sure we have your bids and will do our best to make certain for accuracy in processing all bids. We ask that all bids be made 24 hours prior to the auction. * Under certain circumstances we may make a verbal correction from the auction block at the time of sale. In this case absentee bids left on an item will be considered void unless we can confer with the bidder prior to the item being sold. * All absentee and phone bids must be accompanied by a credit card in order to secure bids. * Invoices will be emailed out within 72 business hours of the end of the final auction day A. ABSENTEE BIDDING: 11

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* Absentee bids must be in by the start of the auction. Please try to get them in at least by 5:00 PM EST the day prior to auction. If you wait and place your bids just moments prior to the start of the auction we cannot guarantee that your bids will get placed. * We do accept +1 bids as well as +2, +3 bids. * During our auction, our auctioneer accepts bids that end in 0 or 5 only. Bids that are placed in amounts other than those ending in “0” or “5” such as $704.00 or $700.04 will be lowered to the closest amount ending in 0 or 5. We will not raise a bid higher without prior permission from our bidder. Bid advances are taken at the sole discretion of the auctioneer.

Minuscule advances generally will not be accepted by the auctioneer and will be turned down. Typical advances are 5% or more of the current bid level, though the auctioneer will be the sole determinate in accepting any advance at any amount. * A staff member will competitively bid for the absentee bidder. We generally let the audience start the bidding unless there is more than one bid in the auctioneer’s bid book. If there is more than one bid, then the bidding will be started above the under-bidder’s bid.

I.E.: We have an absentee bid for $2500 and another competing bid at $3500. The bidding will then start at $2750 and will then be bid competitively to the limit the absentee bidder set. For this reason, it is possible that an absentee bidder may get their item for much less than what they bid. In the case of two bids being the same amount the bidding will start at that amount and the winner shall be the person who submitted their bid to Guyette and Deeter, Inc. first. * Please note: Being the first ABSENTEE BIDDER does not guarantee that you will be the winning bidder if the floor, phone or internet bidding ties during the live auction. The auctioneer is the sole determinant as to who is the successful bidder. The date and time that you submit a bid only determines the winning bidder between two absentee bidders with the same amount. * We do our best to execute all bids correctly however, errors can be made at times. In the event of an error or omission or failure to properly execute a bid, the auctioneer shall not be held liable in any form. * All left bids are confidential between the bidder and Guyette and Deeter, Inc, and as such the names of the absentee bidders and the actual bid amounts will never be given shared. * We cannot accept a bid that does not have a dollar amount associated with it. We suggest that you place a bid substantially higher than the estimate and what you would be comfortable paying for the item, without regard to the pre-auction estimate. We cannot accept a bid with instructions to “just buy the item” under any circumstances.

PHONE BIDDING: As a courtesy to our auction team, all requests for phone bidding should be made before 5:00 PM EST, prior to the day of the Auction to be sure we can accommodate you within the phone bidding schedule. Phone bids entered after this time can be difficult/ impossible for our team to accommodate. * All bidding by telephone is solely at the risk of the bidder. Guyette and Deeter, Inc. will be in no way responsible for any errors, omissions, missed calls, bids, etc. for any phone bids. * We reserve the right to reject phone bids on any items for any reason. * To be a Phone Bidder you must be willing to start an item for 1/2 of the low pre-auction estimate. * Please note: The employee calling you may be calling from a personal cell phone which does not belong to Guyette and Deeter, Inc. Please do not attempt to contact the telephone line that has contacted you for phone bidding services, the person will likely not answer.

If you have any questions during and after the auction, please contact our offices at (410) 745-0485 to reach a staff member. Typically, our phone bidding clerks will try to call you 3-5 lots before the lot(s) you are interested in. If you are a phone bidder on multiple items throughout the auction, there is a high likelihood you will be phone bidding with a number of different staff members throughout the auction. * During the auction there is a vast amount of information changing hands at a fast pace and the staff member that will be on the phone with you during the auction will

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be very busy concentrating on the current lot being offered. Our goal is to get your bids executed accurately and expeditiously so as not to miss any item that you are interested in. EMPLOYEES ARE DISCOURAGED FROM DISCUSSIONS DURING THIS TIME SO THAT THEY DO NOT MISS THE ITEM YOU ARE INTERESTED IN. Our employees will be polite and talk to you, but please keep in mind that this could cause them to lose track of your item and consequently miss your bid. We do not want that to happen, so we have asked our employees to keep all conversations courteous, professional, and brief. * If you would like to add another lot to your bidding, we will TRY to accommodate you but regrettably may not be able to because of other bids that are already arranged in our system and because of time constraints that the bidding clerk may have. * Emergency Bids: To help ensure that you don’t miss out on an object, some people like to place a cover me bid at the time they make phone bid arrangements. No system is perfect and sometimes it is impossible, for any number of reasons to get through to the client on the telephone. An Emergency Bid is a bid left only with your phone agent. If he/she cannot get through to you on the phone, they will bid up to that amount on your behalf.

The only way they execute this Emergency Bid is if they cannot get through to you on the phone. If the phone bidding clerk reaches you by phone, the cover me bid is discarded and you will be bidding live.

NOTIFICATION OF SUCCESS: Successful bidders are contacted after the auction ends. To expedite the process, we ask that you fill out and send in the “Payment & Shipping” Forms as well as the copy of the FFL or C&R that you intend to use along with your bid sheets. If you are paying by Credit Card for your purchase, please make sure you check the appropriate box for this or remark somewhere on your bid sheet that we are to charge your card for purchases as well as expenses associated with your shipments. If you have done this and included all your paperwork for your items, then your invoice will be expedited to our shipping team and be at the front of the line. We may also attempt to contact bidders via fax, U.S. Mail, email, or other methods.

INTEREST & DEFAULT: Payment is expected immediately following the sale. Any items not paid for within 30 business days of the auction, Guyette and Deeter, Inc. retains the right and will charge the buyers credit card for the total amount due. Interest will be charged on all balances not paid at the rate of 1 1/2% monthly (18% APR) effective 30 days from the date of purchase/auction. Should the buyer not comply with any of the Terms & Conditions of Sale, the damage recoverable from the defaulter shall include any loss arising on the resale of the lot, together with the charges and expenses in respect of both sales as well as any legal or collection fees incurred. Guyette and Deeter, Inc. shall hold any money deposited in partial payment on account of any liability of the defaulted item.

SHIPPING: Guyette and Deeter, Inc. makes every attempt to ship your goods in a timely fashion. Because of the high volume of items being shipped and delays that shipping carriers deal with during various times throughout the year, please allow 2-3 weeks for your items to be delivered after all paperwork and full payment is received and applied. The following is our shipping policy and shipping/handling/box and insurance charges. Any modern handguns offered in this sale will be available for preview on the auction preview day only. They will be shipped from Lion Stone Consulting, LLC, in Matthews, North Carolina and will not be available for local pickup. Handguns will ship to your local FFL only. As stated above, you are responsible for knowing your local, state, and federal laws and eligibility when bidding. We will not cancel any sales for eligibility.

SHIPPING CHARGES: Hard Cases: Upon special request, we may be able to obtain hard cases to ship your guns to you in. The cost of the case will be added to your shipping charges. Hard cases may or may not be available at the time of shipment.

Handling charges: Each item purchased in our auction will be accessed a handling charge prior to shipping. Our shipping department charges an hourly rate as well as costs for

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Insurance Charges: A rate of 1% of the invoice price will be charged. This covers the Hammer & Buyers Premium only. This does not include shipping, nor does it include what you expected to get for the item if resold.

POLICIES: All firearms including antiques are shipped with an adult signature required, no exceptions.

Multiple winning bids will be combined to save buyer money wherever possible.

We reserve the right to not ship an item if we feel that it is too fragile or bulky to be done safely. (i.e. decoys, art, delicate and/or oversized items, etc.)

We are happy to assist you in your shipping needs. Please understand that we will try to expedite your shipment when requested, but we make no guarantee that it can be completed in such a time frame as you may request or in the manner that you may request.

Note: We will not declare an item as something other than what it is. We will not change the title on the invoice, or declare an item to be of lesser value than what was paid for it.

NO EXCEPTIONS. ****PLEASE NOTE – If you purchase a modern firearm in our auction, Guyette and Deeter, Inc. will only offer in person 4473 transfers from our office after account settlement to Maryland Residents ONLY. If you are NOT a Maryland Resident and do not have a Federal Firearms License, we will ship the item to a licensee in your resident state. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO PROVIDE A CURRENT VALID COPY OF THE FFL THEY WISH TO HAVE THEIR ITEMS SHIPPED TO.

17. ANY LEGAL DISPUTES: Any legal disputes arising from this auction shall be settled in the court system in the State of Maine. The Maine Uniform Commercial Code, Title 11, Section 2 – 328 applies to this auction sale.

18. All listings in this Auction are subject to errors and omissions.

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Lot 1 FINE PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE 28 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 28-00660. Cal. 28ga. Made with 26” Imp. Cyl/Mod choked brls that have matted concave top rob and small brass font bead. Splinter forend checkered in standard pattern with engraved steel tip and Deeley latch release. Lightened 00 casehardened frame is engraved in factory original DHE pattern. Blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at center of tang. Gun made with Parker SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Honey colored fiddleback figured straight grip walnut buttstock is carved & checkered in standard DHE pattern, has brass oval towards toe, and terminates

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with its original skeleton buttplate. Housed in its factory original maker’s case with nickel plated snap caps and canvas cover. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”.

Bore Diameter: .551(Both). Bore Restriction: .007(R) .013(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retains nearly all original brl blue and case color. Stocks with some light scattered impressions most notably on left side of buttstock towards BP. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with minor rubs. MODERN. (4,000-6,000)

Lot 2 NEAR MINT PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE 20 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 20-02604. Cal. 20ga. Made with 26” Imp. Cyl/Mod choked brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass font bead. Splinter forend checkered in standard pattern with engraved steel tip and Deeley latch release. No. 0 casehardened frame is engraved in factory original DHE pattern. Blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at center of tang. Gun made with Parker SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Lightly fiddleback figured straight grip walnut buttstock is carved and checkered

in standard DHE pattern, has brass oval towards toe, and terminates with its original skeleton buttplate. Housed in its factory original maker’s case with nickel plated snap caps and canvas cover. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .620(R) .618(L). Bore Restriction: .013(R) .018(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 141/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and appears factory test fired only. Retains nearly all original finishes throughout with only very minor handling marks throughout. Case is excellent to near mint with only very minor rubs. MODERN. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 3 AS NEW PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE 20 GAUGE. SN. 20-04313. Cal. 20ga. Made with 28” brl that has matted concave top rib and small brass bead. Left side of brl with standard makers stamp and factory 3” chamber marking. Brl flats with SN and Mod./Full choke stamps. Splinter forearm checkered in factory DHE pattern with engraved and case colored Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in standard DHE Repro pattern. Gun made with SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped pistol grip stock checkered and carved in factory original pattern is of a particularly nice piece of figured walnut and terminates with its original blued and lightly engraved skeleton buttplate. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4” & 3”. Bore Diameter: .617(Both). Bore Restriction: .018(R) .038(L). DAC: 1-1/2”.

DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint. Appears factory test fired only and retains virtually all original finishes throughout. Bores are brilliant.

Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (3,000-5,000)

Lot 4 SCARCE PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE 12 GAUGE WITH DESIRABLE FEATURES. SN. 12-01471. Cal. 12ga. Made with 26” brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats with overload proof stamps, SN, and “Q1/Q2” choke stamps. Beavertail forend is checkered in point and diamond pattern with engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in standard D Grade Repro pattern as is the blued trigger guard. Gun made with SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Superbly figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock with teardrop behind receiver, is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist, has brass oval on toeline, and terminates with its original blued skeleton buttplate. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .733(Both). Bore Restriction: .002(R) .004(L).

DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as beautifully restored by Turnbull Mfg. Co. in 2023. Gun retains virtually all correct Turnbull finishes throughout with only minor handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. This is a hard to find combination with gorgeous wood which would be very difficult to improve upon. MODERN. (2,500-4,000)

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Lot 5 EXCELLENT FIELD USED PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE 12 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 12-01355. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” Imp. Cyl/Mod choked brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass & white front bead.

Splinter forend checkered in standard pattern with engraved steel tip and Deeley latch release. 1-1/2 casehardened frame is engraved in standard factory DHE pattern. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at center of tang. Gun made with Parker SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Nicely figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is carved and checkered in standard DHE pattern, has brass oval towards toe, and terminates with its original skeleton buttplate. Housed in its factory original maker’s

case with nickel plated snap caps and canvas cover. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: Stamped 2-3/4” & 3”. Bore Diameter: .729(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .011(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-3/16”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retains nearly all original brl blue with some light handling marks. Forend with about half of its original color remaining. Frame with most color remaining on sides and trigger plate drifted to gray at carry point. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its original blue. Stocks are sound with nearly all of their original finish and scattered light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

Case is very good to excellent with minor rubs. MODERN. (3,000-4,500)

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Lot 6 VERY RARE PARKER AAHE 20 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE. SN. 226146. Cal. 20ga. Brl Set 1 is made with 28” peerless steel that has matted concave top rib with twin white beads. Brls engraved with 2” scroll wedges at breech ends and scroll engraved doll’s head extension. Polished flats with overload proof stamps and Remington date codes “ETT3” (Oct. 1948) & “0XX3” ( July 1951). Polished forend lug stamped “1”. Likely Remington factory replacement beavertail forend checkered in late DHE pattern and has original scroll engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Inside of forearm iron is engine turned. Brt Set 2 -most likely added by Remington on the 1948 return. This set of 26” Titanic Steel brls that have matted concave top rib with twin white beads and similar scroll wedges at breech ends. Flats with Oct. 1948 date codes and Parker overload proof stamps. Forend lug stamped “2”. Both sets of brls with small ring of muzzle engraving. Replacement beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with what appears to be iron and engraved latch from a DHE grade gun, though all numbers are matching. Casehardened boxlockreceiver is beautifully fine scroll engraved in near full coverage and engraved “PARKER BROS.” on sides, double beaded fences, and top of frame engraved en-suite. Sculpted top lever with floral relief at thumb push. Top tang is also fine scroll engraved and safety slide with “R” “L” for Miller trigger selector. Blued trigger guard with fine scroll on bow and tang with SN at rear. Gun now has blued Miller SST, auto ejectors, nonauto safety. Watertable and breech face are nicely engine turned. Remington factory replacement buttstock is of nicely figured American Walnut and built in DHE grade pattern with late Remington pistol grip cap, silver on toeline, and terminates with a finely scroll engraved skeleton steel buttplate. Gun is housed in a period brown leather 2 brl leg-o-mutton case. This exact gun was acquired by the makers of the Parker Reproduction to use as inspiration for a Reproduction AAHE Grade. The gun that was

This exact gun was acquired by Reagent Chemical to use as a model for the AAHE Grade that they considered producing.

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produced by the company, but never offered commercially, was sold by our firm in our September Sporting Gun Auction. SET 1: Weight: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”.

Min. Wall Thickness: .025(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .622(R) .623(L). Bore Restriction: .018(R) .017(L).

SET 2: Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(Both). Bore Diameter: .616(Both). Bore Restriction: .001(R) .002(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 13-1/4” (from rear position single trigger).CONDITION: Very good to excellent as professionally refurbished and field used. Brl Set 1 with more than 97% of its Remington factory blue remaining. Forearm is sound and near excellent with minor handling marks and original Remington cyanide case color remaining. Frame retains more than 80% of its Remington factory cyanide case color. Engraving remains vivid. Trigger guard with nearly all of its refurbished Remington blue. Remington buttstock with more than 90% of its Remington finish remain showing scattered hunting bumps and light fabric impressions. Brl Set 2 with nearly all of its Remington blued finish remaining. Forearm with tight crack from iron to latch and a push dent on right side of forearm wood. Left ejector on Brl Set 2 is live, otherwise mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny throughout. This is an extremely rare Parker being one of just seven made in this configuration and should be celebrated by both collectors of the Parker Gun and the Reproductions for its important place in their history. C&R.(30,000-45,000)

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Lot 7 RARE PARKER AHE GRADE 20 GAUGE WITH CASE AND SHIPPING TAG. SN. 166804. Cal. 20ga. Made on a 0 frame with 28” Acme steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small steel front bead and usual rib inscription. Breech ends of brls with small ring of cross hatch engraving. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. 9oz. and large “A” stamp. Rear lug stamped with small “B”,”A”, & “0”. Splinter forearm is full coverage checkered with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver is beautifully full coverage scroll and game scene engraved with quail on left in oval, pheasants on right, surrounded by full coverage scroll and “PARKER BROS.” in banner towards rear of frame. Brl fences are beaded and scroll engraved as is the sculpted top lever. Top tang with “SAFE” ahead of the early style safety. Bottom of frame with woodcock in game scene at center surrounded by scroll border. Trigger plate is full coverage scroll engraved with large relief Setter with fallen bird at center. Blued long tang trigger guard is scroll and floral engraved on bow. Tang with SN at center of tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Gun is mounted with a very pretty piece of French Walnut which has checkered side panels, carved fleur-de-lis behind receiver, is checkered in mullered border wave pattern through the wrist, has gold oval on toeline, and terminates with its original blued & lightly scroll engraved horn buttplate. Gun is housed in a period Abercrombie & Fitch brown leather toe under case. Gun is accompanied by a early shipping tag from Stockholm to Parker Brothers in Meriden, CT. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .026(Both). Bore Diameter:

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.621(R) .622(L). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .005(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent. This gun is a bit of an enigma in that it will letter as a BHE Grade with 30” brls and appears today as an AHE Grade with 28” brls though the gun shows no obvious signs of being upgraded. Brls with proper blank space at muzzles and brls appear to touch. Brls retain more than 95% of what appears to be their factory plum brown brl blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent & sound with forearm having been chased long ago. Buttstock retains nearly all of what appears to be its factory finish with some finish added for preservation. Frame with crisp engraving and retains about 80% of its factory color. Trigger guard is excellent with blue thinning at grip are but strong elsewhere. Buttplate retains more than 90% of its original blue. Bores are bright and shiny with some light orange peel ahead of chambers. Mechanics are excellent. Case is good with handle detached and some losses to interior. C&R. (30,000-45,000)

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Lot 8 SUPERB PARKER BROTHERS GRADE 6 LIFTER 10 GAUGE WITH WALNUT CASE. SN. 25192.

Cal. 10ga. Made on a No. 2 frame with 28” damascus brls that have concave damascus top rib with small brass front bead and usual rib inscription. Breech ends of brls with small ring of engraving. Brl flats with grade stamp and “DD” indicating these are Parker made damascus brls. Splinter forearm with fully engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron is checkered in point pattern and has engraved internal screws. Sidelock hammer receiver is beautifully engraved in near full coverage. Sidelocks with scroll coverage at rear portion, game scene at center, and maker’s name at top. Hammers are near full coverage scroll engraved. Carved fences with scroll engraving. Bottom of frame with Pointer in large circle and fine scroll coverage surrounding the engraved trigger plate. Top tang with 2 birds in flight and scroll engraving. Trigger guard with bust of dog with scroll at center, SN at tang. Gun made with nickel plated double triggers and extractors. Beautifully figured walnut buttstock has carved teardrops behind receiver, gold shield behind top tang, gold oval in round knob grip, is checkered in flowing border pattern through the wrist, and terminates with its original nicely engraved skeleton buttplate. Gun is housed in a finely crafted modern walnut case with brass appointments and leather handle. Interior of case with maroon felt. Parker Bros. tools included. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .026(L).

Bore Diameter: .778(R) .797(L). Bore Restriction: .014(R) .037(L). DAC: 1-7/8”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: “. CONDITION: Choice and collector quality for this era Parker gun. Brls with damascus pattern silvering at grip area but still retain about 80% vivid clear pattern. Buttstock and forend are sound with more than 90% original finish remaining with scattered handling marks and mild finish craquelure on butt. Locks retain about 70% light original case color.

Engraving remains quite crisp. Frame has drifted to silver at carry point but case color remains closer to the trigger plate. Lifter and trigger guard with about half of their original blue remaining. Top tang with strong original color. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

Case is excellent. Simply put the nicest light 10 high grade Parker we have had the privilege of offering.

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Lot 9 FINE PARKER BHE GRADE SN. 172576. Cal. 12ga. Made on a No. 2 frame with 32” Acme steel brls that have matted concave top rib with brass mid and brass & bone front bead, and usual rib legend. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 4lbs. 10oz.

Splinter forend is full coverage checkered with scroll engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Casehardened boxlock frame is beautifully engraved with game scenes in oval at front of sides, full coverage scroll and “PARKER BROS”. Fences are beaded and scroll engraved. Top tang is scroll engraved and “SAFE” in relief ahead of safety slide. Bottom of frame with leaping elk on trigger guard and scroll coverage. Blued long tang trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow and at tang with SN at center. Gun has Parker Bros. SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip buttstock with checkered side panels, carved fleur-delis behind receiver, is checkered in wave border pattern through the wrist, has gold oval on toeline, and terminates with a modern red Noshoc brand pad. Gun is accompanied by a PGCA Research letter indicating shipment date of 3/16/1916 to Von Legerke and Antoine. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 15oz. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Rt) .030(L). Bore Diameter: .736(Both). Bore Restriction: .040(Rt) .042(L).

DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH” 1-7/8”. LOP: 13.5” from rear position SST. CONDITION: Excellent with light restoration and period of use updates. Brls retain near 95% factory blue. Buttstock & forend are excellent and sound with finish added for preservation. Frame with about 65% handsome original case color remaining and crisp engraving. Trigger selector is a period of use replacement. Bores are brilliant and shiny.

Mechanics are excellent. This is a really pretty Parker! C&R. (5,000-8,000)

Lot 10 BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED PARKER BHE 12 GAUGE. SN. 154414. Cal. 12ga. Made on a No. 2 frame and shipped August of 1914 with 30” Acme steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 4lbs. 4oz. Replacement beavertail style forend is nicely mullered border wave panel checkered and has scroll engraved latch release & iron. Boxlock receiver is beautifully engraved in unique pattern with 2 Pointers in oval on left, 2 larger Setters on right, surrounded by scroll engraving and cross hatch border pattern. Brl bolsters are beaded and engraved with Pheasant on right, woodcock on left in circles, surrounded by scroll on brl bolsters. Bottom of frame with scroll coverage. Trigger plate is near full coverage engraved with scroll at top and 2 highly detailed running elk at center in woods scene. Blued trigger guard with snipe on bow surrounded by scroll and SN at rear tang. Professional replacement custom buttstock of nicely figured walnut is carved & checkered with mullered border pattern, fleur-de-lis, finely checkered side panels in factory type pattern, and terminates with a nicely checkered butt. Gun now has Miller SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Accompanied by a PGCA letter documenting this gun having been shipped originally with a straight grip stock and 12-3/4” LOP. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(R) .026(L).

Bore Diameter: .734(R) .732(L). Bore Restriction: .028(R) .043(L). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used and period modified. Brls retain 85-90% of their factory original blue. Buttstock and forearm are sound and excellent with more than 95% of their custom professional finish. Forearm iron has been cyanide casehardened. Frame retains about 30% of this light original color. Bores are bright and shiny with a hint of beginning orange peel ahead of right chamber. Mechanics are excellent and trigger functions as intended. The engraving on this gun is outstanding with more detail than typically seen. C&R. (4,500-7,500)

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Lot 11 RARE AND DESIRABLE PARKER DHE 28 GAUGE SKEET GUN. SN. 240314. Cal. 28ga. Made on a 00 frame with 26” Titanic steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats stamped “SKEET IN/ SKEET OUT” and overload proved. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point and wave pattern with proper reinforcement bolt at muzzle end and has lightly engraved latch release and iron. Boxlock receiver is very nicely engraved in standard pattern of the era with Setter on right, Pointer on left, surrounded by light scroll. Bottom of frame engraved “PARKER” and trigger plate with 4 well done quail surrounded by scroll. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with Parker SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Nicely flame figured American Walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has carved teardrops behind receiver, and terminates with a lightly engraved & blued skeleton steel buttplate. Accompanied by a PGCA research letter identifying the gun as found today with factory single trigger and 26” brls. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .550(R) .548(L). Bore Restriction: .008(R) .006(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/16”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent. Brls retain about 95% of their Remington type blue. Buttstock and forearm

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Skeet configured 28 gauge Parker’s are highly desirable by discerning shooters and collectors alike.

are excellent with minor handling marks and retain most of their Remington era slightly glossier finish with some finish added for preservation. Frame retains about 60% of its light Remington era case color. Trigger guard with strong blue on bow, toning at tang center.

Buttplate with most of an older restored finish. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. These guns are very seldom seen with quail on trigger plate, this gun is a prize. C&R. (35,000-55,000)

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Lot 12 GORGEOUS HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION PARKER DH 16 GAUGE. SN. 207639. Cal. 16ga. Made on a No. 1 frame with 30” Titanic steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. 8oz. Splinter forearm with engraved steel tip. Deeley latch release is checkered in usual point pattern of the era. Casehardened boxlock receiver with Pointer on left, Setter on right surrounded by scroll with “PARKER BROS.” on banner. Trigger plate with 4 pheasants in scroll border. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at rear tang. Gun made with nickel plated double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Nicely flame figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checked in point pattern and terminates with its original lightly engraved blued skeleton buttplate. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 13oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(Both). Bore Diameter: .662(Both). Bore Restriction: .025(R) .027(L). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”.CONDITION: Excellent and collector quality. Brls with more than 97% original blue remaining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retaining nearly all of their original finish with some finish added for preservation and perhaps a coat of wax. Frame retains more than 90% of its bold original case color beginning to tone at carry point but mostly vivid and bright throughout. Trigger guard retains more than 85% of its original blue with minor flaking at front of bow. Buttplate with about 70% of its original blue remaining. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (7,000-11,000)

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Lot 13 BEAUTIFUL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION A&F SHIPPED PARKER DHE 12 GAUGE WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND HANG TAGS. SN. 241872. Cal. 12ga. Built on 1-1/2 frame with 30” steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats with SN, overload proof stamps, 4lbs. 1oz. unstruck brl weight, and “MOD/FULL” choke stamps. Left side of brl lug stamped “D GRADE GA./FOR 2-3/4” SHELLS”. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in typical late production pattern with Pointer on right, Setter on left, surrounded by fine Parker scroll, trigger plate with 3 large pheasants, and bottom of frame engraved “PARKER”. Blued long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at center of tang. Gun made with nickel plated double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Stocked with a particularly striking flame figured piece of American Walnut with carved teardrop behind receiver, is checkered in proper late production 3 point pattern through the wrist, has silver oval on toe, and terminates with its original blued & lightly engraved skeleton steel buttplate. Gun is housed in its original Abercrombie & Fitch toe under leather case with maroon felt interior. Also accompanying this gun are the factory original hang tags identifying it as found today. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(Both). Bore Diameter: .729(Both). Bore Restriction: .015(R) .033(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent and all original as lightly field used. Brls retain about 95% of their original blue with minor light handling marks. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and sound with more than 97% of their original finish remaining and have scattered minor impressions & light handling marks. Frame with vivid original color on sides and trigger plate, toned at carry point. Buttplate and trigger guard retain about 95% of their original blue. Screws throughout are crisp an untouched. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Case is excellent with some rubs. Hang tags are excellent and original. C&R. (11,000-16,000)

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Lot 14 INTERESTING SPECIAL ORDER PARKER DH GRADE HEAVY PROOF 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 103439. Cal. 12ga.

Built on a No. 3 frame with 28” Titanic Steel brls that have very rare raised flat top rib with twin white beads. Rib with usual inscription and matting. Brl flats with unstruck weight of 5lbs. 2oz. and rear lug stamped with “3” & “8”. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. No. 3 boxlock frame engraved in typical DH pattern of the era with Pointer on left, Setter on right, surrounded by scroll and “PARKER BROS.” in banner on sides. Trigger plate with 4 pheasants surrounded by scroll. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double nickel plated triggers, extractors, non-auto safety, and very rare special order flat rib. Nicely figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has silver oval on toeline, and terminates with its original light engraved skeleton butt. Gun is accompanied by a PGCA research letter describing the gun as found today. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .031(R) .042(L). Bore Diameter: .732(R) .731(L). Bore Restriction: .035(R) .037(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brls with about 75% of their toning original blue remaining. There are a couple of scattered light handling marks most notably on left tube and left side of rib. Forearm is excellent and sound with minor handling marks and retains most of an older lightly restored finish, never have been sanded. Frame has drifted to mostly gray with a hint or two of original color remaining.

Buttstock is excellent with minor handling marks and retains most of an older restored finish, never having been sanded with excellent wood to metal fit. The rib treatment and finish at rib extension is top notch and very rare. C&R. (3,500-5,500)

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Lot 15 HANDY PARKER DHE GRADE 20 GAUGE. SN. 230013. Cal. 20ga. Made on a 0 frame with 28” Titanic Steel brls with matted concave top rib with twin white beads and usual rib legend. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. Splinter forend checkered in standard pattern of the era with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in standard DHE pattern with Pointer on left, Setter on right, 4 pheasants on trigger plate. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun now has Miller SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety (Miller trigger selector in safety slide). Nicely figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock with tear drop behind receiver, silver oval on toeline engraved “S.D.S.” and terminates with an aging leather faced white lined waffle pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 1oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(Both). Bore Diameter: .619(R) .618(L). Bore Restriction: .018(R) .027(L). DAC: 1-15/16”.

DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished. Brls, top lever, and trigger guard with most of their refurbished blue with light subsequent handling marks. Frame has drifted, engraving still very good though there is minor surface staining mostly on left side at carry point. Stocks are sound with checkering beginning to thin though there is a tiny beginning grain separation behind the top tang. Stocks with numerous handling marks and hunting bumps. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent though safety slide is a bit stiff from many years of storage. C&R. (4,000-6,000)

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According to The Parker Story this is one of just eighteen 28 gauge G Grades made with 28” barrels.

Lot 16 RARE AND DESIRABLE PARKER GHE 28 GAUGE. SN. 210109. Cal. 28ga. Made on a 00 frame with 28” Parker Special Steel brls that have matted concave top rib and twin white beads. Brl flats with unstruck brl weigh of 2lbs. 10oz. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with proper reinforcement bolt at muzzle end and has casehardened & lightly engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in standard GHE pattern of the era with pheasants in ovals on sides and large circle at center of trigger plate. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun now has early Miller SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a nicely appointed checkered butt. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .555(Both). Bore Restriction: .011(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-5/16”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used and renewed early in life by Del Grego. Brls retain more than 97% of their proper Del Grego restored blue. Frame with about half of its toned restored color.

Screws are excellent. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor light handling marks and retain most of their custom finish from Del Grego.

Bores are bright and shiny with some light pits ahead of both chambers. Mechanics are excellent. This is a very rare gun with just 18 made in this configuration, according to The Parker Story. C&R. (20,000-25,000)

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Lot 17 HARD TO FIND PARKER VH GRADE 28 GAUGE. SN. 226841. Cal. 28ga. Built on a 00 frame with 28” Vulcan steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small steel front bead. Rib with usual legend, flats with overload proof stamps, and unstruck brl weight of 2lbs. 11oz. Splinter forearm checkered in diamond patter with casehardened steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver with makers name on sides and zig zag border pattern. Blued trigger guard with zig zag border and SN at rear of tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with an aging Hawkins brand ventilated pad. Butt has nickel shield on toeline. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .547(Both). Bore Restriction: .013(R) Full(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-9/16”. LOP: 13-7/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as properly restored and subsequently lightly field used. Brls with 96-98% of their professionally restored rust blue. Buttstock and forend are excellent as restored with subsequent light handling marks. Receiver retains about 85% of its proper restored case color as does forearm metal. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A very handy “Old Reliable” which is quite hard to find in this configuration. C&R. (9,000-14,000)

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Lot 18 NICE ORIGINAL FIELD USED PARKER VHE 20 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 240864. Cal. 20ga. Made on a 0 frame with 28” Vulcan steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Rib is original late production without legend. Brls flats with proof stamped and unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. 3oz. Splinter forearm is checkered in diamond pattern with casehardened steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron are zig zag border engraved. Casehardened boxlock receiver is zig zag border engraved and engraved “PARKER” on bottom of frame. Blued trigger guard with zig zag border engraving on bow, SN at tang. Nicely fiddleback flamed figured American Walnut capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original Parker DHBP. Accompanied by a Brauer Brothers brown leather Leg-O-Mutton case. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham.

Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .026(Rt) .024(L). Bore Diameter: .617(Both). Bore Restriction: .019(Rt) .027(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/2”.

LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Appears excellent as field used. Brls with about 95% of their original blue. There is a small repaired dent on the top of the right brl 6” from the muzzle. Forearm is very good with minor impressions and retains about 70% of its original finish. Forend tip with bold original color. Latch and iron have drifted. Frame retains 70% of its fine original rainbow color, toned at carry point but bright on sides and trigger plate. Trigger guard with about 40% original blue on bow, toned at tang. Buttstock is sound and retains about 90% of its original finish with some thinning towards butt and at comb. Original buttplate is sound. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with minor restoration. This is exactly the way collectors and shooters like to find vintage Parkers-used and in original condition! C&R. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 19 FINE HIGH ART CUSTOM PARKER VHE 16 GAUGE UPGRADE. SN. 203380. Cal. 16ga. A beautiful 16ga made on a No. 1 frame custom upgrade engraved by noted shooter Tom Kaye. Gun made with 28” Vulcan steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead and original “VULCAN STEEL” rib legend. Breech ends of brls with 2 gold bands, 1 thin yellow, and 1 rose colored band that is slightly thicker. Brl flats with unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. 3oz. Highly burl figured custom splinter forend checkered in point pattern with near fully engraved steel tip, blued & engraved Deeley latch release, and French gray scroll iron. Interior of iron has been polished. Screw heads lightly engraved. Boxlock receiver is near full coverage engraved. Right side with gold inlaid pheasant towards rear and “PARKER BROS.” at front, surrounded by dense scroll engraving. Left side with flying quail towards rear, maker’s name at front, and scroll pattern. Brl fences are relief floral scroll carved and punch dot shaded. Relief floral pattern extends to the front and bottom of the frame with the trigger plate being scroll engraved and has 2 well defined raised gold inlaid ducks in marsh scene. Top lever is blued and lightly scroll engraved. Top tang with gold inlaid “S” ahead of the blued safety slide. Long tang blued trigger guard with bursts of scroll on bow, SN towards rear. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto-safety. Beautifully burl figured walnut butt has carved teardrops behind receiver, is checkered in borderless point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with a well executed lightly engraved blued skeleton steel buttplate. Our consignor states that the engraving on this gun was accomplished by noted engraver Tom Kaye and his initials “TK” are found at the bottom right side of the trigger plate. Accompanied by a Brauer Brothers brown leather Leg-O-Mutton case. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(Both). Bore Diameter: .667(R) .664(L). Bore Restriction: .015(R) .016(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as custom finished and showing limited use since finishing. Brls retain nearly all of their custom rust blue. Stocks are near mint, as custom finished with only very minor handling marks noted and retain virtually all of their custom hand rubbed finish. French gray frame with crisp engraving shows some minor staining but overall remains excellent. Buttplate retains virtually all of its custom blued finish, as does the trigger guard and the forend latch & tip. Bores are mostly bright with scattered orange peel. Mechanics are fine. Case is very good with some restoration. C&R. (4,000-6,000)

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Lot 20 BEAUTIFUL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION PARKER TROJAN 12 GAUGE WITH ORIGINAL HANG TAGS. SN. 219848. Cal. 12ga. Made on a No. 2 frame with 30” Trojan steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Brls with unstruck brl weight of 4lbs. 2oz. Splinter forearm checkered in diamond pattern. Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved “PARKER BROS.” on sides. Blued trigger guard with SN towards tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Flat knob grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern and terminates with its lined HRBP. Accompanied by its factory original hang tag and instruction tag. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(Both). Bore Diameter: .733(Both). Bore Restriction: .023(R) .039(L). DAC: 1-7/8”. DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Extremely fine for this make and model. Brls retain 95-97% beautiful original brl blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and sound with scattered minor handling marks. Checkering remains crisp. Frame retains more than 95% bold original case color. Trigger guard with some flaking on bow but retains more than 80% original blue throughout. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are crisp with top lever far to the right. Trojan Parker’s are almost never found in high original condition, as the guns were frequently purchased as utilitarian tools by people with limited means. It would be near impossible to improve upon this very choice example. MODERN. (2,500-3,500)

Lot 21 VERY RARE EH GRADE 8 GAUGE PARKER BROTHERS SHOTGUN. SN. 119860. Cal. 8ga. Made on a No. 6 frame with 36” damascus brls that have matted concave rib with usual rib legend. Splinter forend checkered in diamond pattern with lightly engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Large hammerless boxlock receiver is nicely engraved in typical Grade 2 pattern with birds in ovals on sides and large circle at center of trigger plate surround by light scroll. Trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Straight grained walnut capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist, has nickel shield on toeline, and terminates with its original DHBP. WEIGHT: 12lbs. 14oz. Min. Wall Thickness: .055(R) .060(L). Bore Restriction: Full(R) Full(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-7/8”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Very good for this make and model. Brls retain nearly all of a beautiful professionally restored black & white damascus pattern which is clear, bold, and vivid. Forearm is good with thin checkering mostly visible and scattered impressions with beginning crack at breech end. Frame with a hint or two of imaginable case color but has toned mostly gray and light brown. Buttstock is good with handling marks & impressions, two notable old period of use gashes, one on left side of grip behind trigger guard and one ahead of buttplate spur. There are small chips missing around top tang. Bores are mostly bright with scattered light roughness. Mechanics are excellent. A clean Parker big bore classic! C&R. (5,000-8,000)

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Lot 22 NICELY REFURBISHED PARKER CHE 12 GAUGE. SN. 201740. Cal. 12ga. Built on a 1-1/2 frame originally with 28” Acme Steel brls (now 26”) with matted concave top rib that has usual rib address, small red mid bead, large white front bead.

Remington era factory beavertail forend with factory engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened frame engraved with Pointer on left, Setter on right in oval, surrounded by scroll with makers name towards rear of frame. Trigger plate with large flying goose in marsh and scroll engraved.

Gun has gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Blued Remington era trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN towards rear of tang. Remington factory capped pistol gip American Walnut buttstock is checkered in standard C Grade pattern, has gold oval engraved “REL” on toeline, and terminates with a late “PARKER” dog’s head buttplate. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Both). Bore Diameter: .731(R) .730(L). Bore Restriction: .004(R) .007(L). DAC: 1-1/2”.

DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as likely factory refurbished with multiple Remington date codes on brl flats. Brls retain most of their Remington factory blue and shortened as noted above. Frame retains about 90% of its Remington cyanide color which is toning on bottom. Stock and forearm are sound and excellent with most of their hand rubbed finish remaining. Bores are bright and shiny with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are good though right ejector will not hold cock. Trigger functions well. A good high grade Parker which will surely impress! C&R. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 23 NICELY REFURBISHED PARKER DHE GRADE 12 GAUGE. SN. 113128. Cal. 12ga. Originally made with 30” Titanic steel brls on a No. 2 frame. Brls shortened to 28”.

Custom beavertail forend with lightly engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened frame engraved in standard DHE pattern of the era. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow. Remanence of SN at replacement tang. Custom American Walnut straight grip buttstock with carved teardrop behind receiver terminates with a reproduction dog’s head buttplate. Gun with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”.

Min. Wall Thickness: .024(R) .023(L). Bore Diameter: .739(R) .746(L). Bore Restriction: .010(R) .022(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”.

CONDITION: Excellent retaining nearly all refurbished finishes throughout. There is some looseness on the hinge and brl check hook will not release.

Forearm iron with ejectors removed. A good looking gun for the money. C&R. (750-1,250)

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Lot 24 FINELY RESTORED PARKER DHE GRADE 12 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 161929. Cal. 12ga. Made on a No. 2 frame with 32” Titanic steel brls that have matted concave top rib with twin white beads and usual rib legend. Splinter forearm checkered in DHE pattern with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver with Pointer on left, Setter on right, surrounded by fine Parker scroll and “PARKER BROS” in banner at center. Brl fences with light scroll engraving. Bottom of frame with scroll and 4 flying birds in field scene on trigger plate. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with nickel plated double triggers, auto ejectors, and auto safety. Nicely figured straight grain capped pistol grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrop behind receiver is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has unengraved silver oval towards toe, and terminates with a modern pink pad. Accompanied by a nice period Brauer Bros. 32” Leg-o-Mutton case with cream colored felt interior. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(Rt) .007(L). Bore Diameter: .729(Both). Bore Restriction: .038(Both). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-15/16”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Extremely fine, as restored, most likely by Turnbull Mfg. Co. Gun retains nearly all of its fine restored finish to all wood and metal surfaces. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A desirable vintage target gun. Case is very good to excellent with some rubs and scrapes. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

Lot 25 PARKER GRADE 2 10 GAUGE HAMMER SHOTGUN WITH FISHTAIL TOP LEVER. SN. 49225. Cal. 10ga. Made on a No. 3 frame with 30” damascus brls that have concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats stamped with unstruck brl weight of 6lbs. Splinter forearm checkered in diamond shaped pattern with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Sidelock external hammer receiver is nicely engraved with flourishes of scroll and 2 birds on each side. Bottom of frame with 2 birds in circle ahead of trigger plate. Trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang.

Capped pistol grip walnut butt is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist, has unengraved brass shield behind top tang, and terminates with its original DHBP. Gun is accompanied by a PGCA research letter. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .040(R) .042(L). Bore Diameter: .817(R) .818(L). Bore Restriction: .057(R) .055(L). DAC: 2-1/16”. DAH: 3-1/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Very good as field used and partially restored. Brls with about 40% of their thinning damascus pattern. There are some small areas of beginning darkening towards muzzles. Buttstock and forend are excellent as restored and retain about 97% of their professionally restored finish with checkered competently re-cut. Locks with some color imaginable. In protected areas frame has drifted to gray. Bores with frosting throughout and show evidence of an old repaired dent or two. Mechanics are very good. ANTIQUE. (800-1,200)

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Lot 26 SCARCE PARKER GRADE 2 12 GAUGE HAMMER SHOTGUN. SN. 52841. Cal. 12ga. Made on a No. 1 frame with 28” damascus brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats with “WELLS FARGO CO.” stamp on left and unstruck brl weight of 3lbs. 8oz. Replacement splinter forearm checkered in diamond shaped pattern with engraved steel tip, Deeley latch release, and iron. Sidelock external hammer receiver is nicely engraved with flourishes of scroll and 2 birds on each side. Bottom of frame with 2 birds in circle ahead of trigger plate. Trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Professionally replaced capped pistol grip walnut butt is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist, has stamped brass shield behind top tang and “WF. CO.” , and terminates with its proper reproduction DHBP. Gun is accompanied by a PGCA research letter. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-5/8”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(R) .027(L). Bore Diameter: .751(R) .756(L). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .025(L). DAC: 2”. DAH: 3”. LOP: 14-3/4”.CONDITION: Very good as partially restored. Brls with about 30% of their light damascus pattern remaining. Professional replacement buttstock and forearm are excellent showing light use and minor handling marks. Frame, locks, and trigger guard have drifted to dark gray. Screws show some marring. Bores with pitting throughout. Brls show a number of repaired dents. Forend has a little play otherwise, mechanics are very good. A very usable shooter with interesting Wells Fargo markings. ANTIQUE. (500-800)

Lot 27 NICE PARKER BROTHERS “50 DOLLAR” GRADE LIFTER 12 GAUGE HAMMER SHOTGUN. SN. 3907. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1877 with 30” twist steel brls that have plain concave top rib with brass front bead. Wedge fastened splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved iron. Non-radiused sidelock hammer receiver is lightly scroll and border engraved with lifter action. Trigger guard with border pattern and SN at tang.

Round knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original full steel buttplate. There is a brass shield behind the top tang. Accompanied by a PGCA research letter identifying the gun as found today and shipped to E.L. Marvin of Meriden, Connecticut. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-5/8”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .029(L). Bore Diameter: .761(Both). Bore Restriction: .032(R) .033(L). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Good to very good as found and field used. Brls with about 60% brown pattern remaining. Forend and buttstock with varnish added and scattered handling marks. Forend has a 3/4” splinter missing from left side towards muzzle end. Locks and frame have toned mostly gray with some dried varnish present. Buttstock with ancient repair behind right side of top tang to back of right lock is otherwise sound. Bores with pitting and several push dents noted. Mechanics are mostly good though gun is a bit loose on the hinge. A very presentable, clean Lifter. ANTIQUE. (700-1,100)

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Lot 28 GORGEOUS HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION LEFEVER CE GRADE 12 GAUGE PRESENTATION GUN. SN. 73100. Cal. 12ga. Built with 32” Krupp fluid steel brls that have flat matted top rib with twin steel beads. Top of brls engraved “LEFEVER ARMS CO./KRUPP” on right and “STEEL. SYRACUSE, N.Y. U.S.A”. Polished brl flats and bottom of tubes with Krupp marking and SN stamp. Splinter forend is checkered in point pattern with engraved steel tip and more desirable clam shell release. Casehardened sideplate receiver is beautifully engraved with 2 Setters on right, 2 Pointers on left, both in oval game scene surrounded by scroll and engraved “LEFEVER ARMS CO.” on front of locks. Lightly sculpted fences are also engraved. Bottom of frame with large burst of scroll at center, geometric engraved butterfly wings, and engraved trigger plate. Factory original blued trigger guard with flying ducks in oval on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with gold plated double triggers, auto ejectors, and 3 position safety. Top lever and top tang are nicely engraved and rear of tang with factory original set screw ahead tang screw. Nicely figured hard English Walnut buttstock with diamond shaped horn insets behind locks is checkered in point and wave pattern through the wrist, has silver oval on toeline, and terminates with its original leather faced Silver’s type pad. Right side of stock with 2” silver presentation plaque engraved “PRESENTED TO R.R. NELL/ ANACONDA MONT./MAY 2, 1915/BY ADMIRING FRIENDS”. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .036(Both). Bore Diameter: .727(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .036(R) .039(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent, all original, and investment grade. Brls retain 90-95% plum brown original blue with some thinning at carry point and scattered light rubs. Splinter forend with scattered handling marks. There is a 1-3/4” sliver of wood missing toward muzzle end on left side from very long ago. Locks retain virtually all of their bold original rainbow case color. Frame retains more than 70% of its original color with thinning at carry point. Buttstock is excellent and sound retaining more than 95% of its original finish with scattered light handling marks. Pad is crystallizing and very hard. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. This is the best original condition later production C Grade Lefever to come to market in more than 15 years. The presentation plaque should be further researched. C&R (10,000-15,000)

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Lot 29 FINEST OF ITS KIND LEFEVER C GRADE 10 GAUGE WITH BERNARD DAMASCUS BARRELS. SN. 9868. Cal. 10ga. Extraordinary for this configuration and condition. Built with 32” Bernard damascus brls that have hand matted concave top rib with small steel front bead and hand engraved rib legend “LEFEVER ARMS CO. MAKERS & PATENTEES SYRACUSE, N.Y.”. Brls with geometric engraved doll’s head extension. Splinter forearm is checkered in point pattern, has original triangular horn tip with scroll engraved push button release and chain link border engraved iron. Casehardened sideplate receiver is beautifully engraved with Spaniel and fallen duck in oval marsh scene on right, Pointer in field scene on left, surrounded by light fine scroll and locks engraved “LEFEVER ARMS CO.” at front. Bottom of frame with burst of scroll and border pattern around lug as well as trigger plate screw. Brl bolsters are beautifully relief arrow carved. Top of frame with center screw pivot opener and top tang engraved with chain link border pattern and relief “SAFE” ahead of the safety slide. Original blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double nickel plated triggers, extractors, gold plated cocking indicators, and auto safety. Capped pistol grip French Walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, has relief teardrops behind locks, silver oval on toeline, and terminates with its original checkered horn buttplate. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-7/8”. Min. Wall Thickness: .049(Both). Bore Diameter: .795(R) .815(L). Bore Restriction: .050(R) .060(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 3-1/8”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Extremely choice and investment grade in all respects. Brls retain virtually all of their bold vivid original damascus pattern with only a few minor handling marks. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with more than 95% of their original finish remaining, checkering remains crisp, and stocks show a few scattered light handling marks and impressions. Frame and locks retain virtually all of their bold, vivid original case color. Screws throughout remain perfect and untouched. Trigger guard with more than 90% of its original blue remaining. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Simply put, the single finest high all original condition Lefever of this vintage we have examined and it is as choice as could be obtained- none finer! ANTIQUE. (10,000-15,000)

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Lot 30 HARD TO FIND LEFEVER BE GRADE 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 58321. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” Krupp Fluid Steel brls that have flat matted top rib and small steel front bead. Tops of brls hand engraved “LEFEVER ARMS CO./KRUPP” on right & “STEEL SYRACUSE N.Y. U.S.A.” on left. Breech ends of brls with chain link border engraving and small scroll wedge. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern and has engraved steel tip, desirable clam shell latch release, and engraved iron. Stepped sideplated receiver is beautifully engraved with oval shaded game scenes at center, 2 Pointers on right, 2 Setters on left, with “LEFEVER ARMS CO.” on bottom. Front of locks with woodcock on right, quail on left in circle, all of this surrounded by well executed scroll and chain link border pattern. Sculpted fences with single cloverleaf which extends onto the brls in engraved butterflies. Bottom of frame is also sculpted and has 2 falling ducks in oval and trigger plate with final patent date “1907”. Trigger guard with Setter in oval, scroll on bow, and SN at tang. Gun made with double checkered gold plated triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety, and gold plated cocking indicators. Top tang with engraved rear screw and has small set screw missing. Professionally crafted replacement capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist with flag of checkering behind grip and terminates with an aging replacement “LAC. CO.” monogrammed buttplate. B Grade Lefever’s generally represent the beginning of the top end of arms from this elusive maker. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(R) .025(L). Bore Diameter: .730(R) .731(L). Bore Restriction: .030(R) .037(L). DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good as field used and partially restored. Brls retain most of an older restored rust blued finished with an area or two of mild pin prick pitting visible. Engraving has thinned a bit. Forearm has been competently re-checkered and retains most of its professional restored finish. Frame is gray. Sides with good crisp engraving. Bottom of frame engraving has thinned substantially.

Custom replacement buttstock is excellent and sound with nearly all of its custom finish remaining. Bores with significant patchy pitting.

Mechanics are fine. C&R. (5,000-8,000)

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Lot 31 CLEAN A.H. FOX CE GRADE 20 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 201815. Cal. 20ga. Made with 26” Chromox fluid steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small steel front bead. Polished sides of brl flats with SN and grade stamp at center. Tops of brls stamped “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” on right and “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.” on left. Breech ends of brls with 1-1/2” scroll wedges. Slim splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with triangular ebony tip and engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Casehardened boxlock receiver is beautifully engraved in standard CE pattern with quail on right, woodcock on left, surrounded by scroll, and markers name in arch at top of game scene. There is a larger Setter in circle at front of bottom frame and trigger plate with scroll burst surrounded trigger plate screw. Blued trigger guard with scroll and vacant banner on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Round knob pistol grip buttstock has checkered side panels, is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with its original lined HRBP. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(Both). Bore Diameter: .618(Both). Bore Restriction: .012(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-15/16”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as found and field used. Brls retain 80-85% of their original blue with thinning at grip area and towards muzzles. Forend is very good with minor handling marks. Ebony tip appears to be an older fairly well-fitting replacement. Frame retains about half of its original color mostly bright on sides toning on bottom. Trigger guard retains about 70% of its original blue. Buttstock is excellent with about 90% original finish remaining, some finish has been added for preservation with scattered handling marks throughout. Bores are mostly bright with scattered orange peel and there is a very minor push dent Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (9,000-14,000)

Lot 32 STERLING SILVER RUNNING FOX. Sterling is stamped on the underside of one foot. Fox is hollow and measures 19” long. Weighs 3.84 lb. CONDITION: Surface appears to have been partially cleaned at some point. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 33 NEAR MINT ORIGINAL CONDITION L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE 410 BORE WITH CASE. SN. FWS56148. Cal. 410 Bore.

Made in 1950 with 28” Armor Steel brls that have high matted flat rib with brass front bead.

Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with blued iron.

Casehardened sidelock receiver stamped “L.C. SMITH” at front of locks. Blued trigger guard. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with its original lined HRBP. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum record request identifying the gun as found today and ship Jan 16 1950 to Leacock Sporting goods company. Gun is housed in a contemporary green canvas and brown leather takedown case. WEIGHT: 6lbs.

6oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .412(R) .411(L). Bore Restriction: .012(R) .021(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as found and field used. Brls retain 80-85% of their original blue with thinning at grip area and towards muzzles. Forend is very good with minor handling marks. Ebony tip appears to be an older fairly well-fitting replacement. Frame retains about half of its original color mostly bright on sides toning on bottom. Trigger guard retains about 70% of its original blue. Buttstock is excellent with about 90% original finish remaining, some finish has been added for preservation with scattered handling marks throughout. Bores are mostly bright with scattered orange peel and there is a very minor push dent. Mechanics are excellent. C&R.(9,000-13,000)

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Lot 34 SCARCE EARLY L.C. SMITH GRADE 5E 12 GAUGE. SN. 2374. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” Crown steel brls that have matted top rib with small brass front bead. Muzzles with small ring of engraving. Top rib engraved “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO., FULTON NY. CROWN STEEL”. Engine turned brl flats with SN stamped and “5” stamped on bottom rib. Splinter forend is near full coverage checkered with triangular ebony tip and floral engraved push button release and iron. Full sidelock receiver is beautifully game scene and relief floral scroll engraved with Setters on left, Pointers on right, both in detailed game scenes. Front of locks with woodcock on left, quail on right, and “L.C. SMITH” in banner in fine scroll engraving. Front of frame with bursts of floral scroll scattered about. Top of frame is stippled with scroll engraving which extends onto lever and tang.

Early style window safety slide with gold inlaid “SAFE”. Trigger guard with floral burst on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with checkered double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point & wave pattern and terminates with a thin white lined Mershon pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .742(R) .736(L). Bore Restriction: .041(R) .042(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 3”. LOP: 14-1/2”.

CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished. Brls retain nearly all of an older refurbished rust blue. Stocks have been professionally restored with checkering competently re-cut. There is a visible repair at the top left stock finger. Engraving is beautiful. Frame has drifted to gray. Mechanics are very good. Bores are mostly bright and shiny with some areas of light uneven surface. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

Lot 35 TRAP CONFIGURED L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE 12 GAUGE. SN. RE85517. Cal. 12ga. Made with 32” fluid steel brls that have slightly raised ventilated top rib with twin white beads. Tops of brls with usual maker’s marks and breech ends with light engraving. Large beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with Schnabel tip and lightly engraved banjo shaped roll type release and iron. Casehardened sidelock receiver engraved in standard Specialty pattern with quail on left, goose on right, surrounded by open scroll engraving. Long tang trigger guard with burst of open scroll on bow, SN at rear of tang. Gun made with Hunter One SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with its original lined HRBP. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(Both). Bore Diameter: .728(R) .732(L). Bore Restriction: .041(R) .043(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14 1-/2”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refinished. Brls retain most of an older professionally restored rust blue with subsequent light handling marks. Buttstock and forearm have been restored and retain more than 90% of a slightly glossy restored finish. There are a few tight incipient grain cracks behind locks. Frame with about 30% original color remaining. Trigger guard with about 30% original blue remaining. Bores are bright and shiny with a hint of orange peel ahead of right chamber. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 36 SCARCE L.C. SMITH 3E GRADE 12 GAUGE WITH EXTRA BARREL SET. SN. 208368. Cal. 12ga. Brl Set 1- Made with 29-15/16” steel brls that have slightly raised Simmons ventilated rib with twin white beads. Custom slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with blued lightly engraved roller type release with banjo shaped escutcheon. Brl Set 2- Originally from a 00 E Grade gun measuring 26” in length with Simmons ventilated rib and twin white beads. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern with blued banjo shaped roller type release. Interior of forend with small “2” stamp which is also found on the forend lug. Casehardened sidelock receiver engraved in typical Grade 3 pattern. Blued long tang trigger guard with oval panel on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with Hunter One SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with a modern white lined ventilated Pachmayr brand pad. SET 1: Weight: 8lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .026(R) .024(L). Bore Diameter: .725(R) .724(L). Bore Restriction: .017(R) .030(L). SET 2: Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .725(R) .727(L). Bore Restriction: .003(R) .007(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 13-11/16”. CONDITION: Very good as modified. Brls with about 90% refurbished blue and some evidence of dents removed. Frame is mostly silver. Stocks are very good as professionally refinished. Trigger works, ejectors need adjustment. Bores are mostly bright. C&R. (600-1,000)

Lot 37 HIGH CONDITION L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE 12 GAUGE. SN. 218500. Cal. 12g. Made with 32” fluid steel brls that have matted concave rib with twin white beads. Tops of brlsstamped “L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE” on right and “HUNTER ARMS CO. M’F’R’S FULTON, NY.” on left. Breech ends of brls with small scroll line work. Blued brl flats stamped with SN and grade stamp “SE”. Original splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with triangular ebony tip, has lightly engraved banjo shaped roll type release and iron. Full sidelock receiver engraved in standard Specialty grade pattern with ducks on right, quails on left, surround by open shaded floral scroll, and engraved “L.C. SMITH” at front of locks. Bottom of frame and trigger plate with open scroll. Gun made with Hunter One SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Finely blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow and SN at center of tang. Straight grain walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with an aging Silver’s type pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Wall Thickness: .030(Rt) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .727(Rt) .728(L).

Bore Restriction: .038(Both). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-11/16”. CONDITION: Excellent. This gun remains in high original condition but has been subject to damage caused by a reckless USPS person in past years. Brls have about 95% of their original blue with 4 significant dents noted which are in need of repair, between 7” and 10” ahead of the forearm. Forearm is generally excellent with a very small chip of wood on the left side at iron. Frame retains virtually all of its bold original rainbow case color. Top lever is right of center. Buttstock is excellent and sound retaining nearly all of its original finish with some finish added for preservation with scattered light handling marks and impressions noted. There is a near invisible repair on the left stock finger. Trigger guard blue is near mint. Pad is an aging replacement. Bores are bright and shiny with just a bit of stubborn fowling. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,500-3,000)

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Lot 38 SCARCE L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY 2 BARREL SET 12 GAUGE. SN. R55860. Cal. 12ga. Brl Set 1 made with 30” fluid steel brl with matted concave top rib, small brass front bead. Grade and maker information on top of tubes. Brl flats with SN and contemporary “CHAMBERS/3/INCHES’’ and maker proof marks. Brl Set 2 same as number 1, 2-3/4” chambers, only has SN on flats. Both splinter forends are checkered in point pattern. Has roll type release with lightly engraved banjo escutcheons. Full sidelock action engraved in Specialty pattern with duck in marsh on right, quail in grass on left and open scroll in about 40% coverage. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped pistol gripped buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a Pachmayr white lined pad. SET 1: Weight: 7lbs. 14oz. Bore Diameter: .729(Both). Bore Restriction: .028(Rt) .038(L). SET 2: Bore Diameter: .729(Rt) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .005(Rt) .025(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 1415/16”. CONDITION: Good as heavily field used. Both brl sets retain more than 90% of an older rust blued finish. Brl Set 1 with scratching from improper attempted opening at forend tip. Forearm Brl Set 1 with checkering thinned from added finish. Brl Set 2 checkering thinned and minor gaping where wood and forearm iron meet. Receiver has toned silver. Buttstock with compulsory cracks behind locks and a small chip missing on top left finger. Checkering has thinned, finish added throughout. Pad is beginning to harden.

Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. 3” chamber marking on 30” brl set is spurious. With some restoration effort, this gun could be made glorious again. C&R. (900-1,400)

Lot 39 L.C. SMITH GRADE 2 12 GAUGE. SN. 41331. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” damascus brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Damascus watertable with SN stamped, roller disc hinge with SN, and “2” on bottom rib extension. Friction type splinter forend with triangle ebony tip with relief ebony dogs head at center is checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved iron. Casehardened full sidelock receiver with bursts of scroll at center, top, rear, & front and engraved “L.C. SMITH” on bottom. Geometric shell on fences. 3 position window safety. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow and SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, 3 position safety. Capped pistol grip buttock checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with an aging lined HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .040(Both). Bore Diameter: .728(Rt) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .035(Both). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 3”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Very good excellent. Brls with about 95% of their original black & white damascus pattern. Forearm is very good and sound, checkering chased long ago and retains most of an ancient restored finish, never having been sanded. Locks with more than 60% of their light smokey original case color. Frame retains about 30% of its color with beginning light staining at carry point on bottom. Trigger guard with about 40% of its light original blue. Buttstock is very good, checkering having chased long ago and retains most of an older restored finish again never having been sanded. There is a very tiny old, repaired chip at toe, hardly worth mentioning. Bores are mostly bright and shiny with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are fine and gun is tight and sound. ANTIQUE. (500-1,000)

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Lot 40 NICE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE 12 GAUGE. SN. FWS13719. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” London Steel brls that have raised matted rib with brass front bead. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern with lightly border engraved oval shaped blued roller type release. Casehardened full sidelock receiver nicely engraved in standard Ideal grade floral pattern. Blued trigger guard with floral design on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with blued double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with an aging Pachmayr white lined ventilated pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(Both). Bore Diameter: .729(Both).

Bore Restriction: .019(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH:2-3/8”. LOP: 13-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brls with about 90% toning original blue with thinning at grip area. Forearm is sound and very good with minor impressions. Sidelocks with nearly all of their original case color. Frame with about 75% original color remaining.

Trigger guard with nearly all of what appears to be its original blue. Buttstock is sound & very good with finish thinning and handling marks scattered about. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent with top lever right of center. C&R. (600-1,000) Lot 40A TWO RARE L.C. SMITH LIVE BIRD GUN ORIGINAL TOP TANGS. Tang 1 stamped with SN. 206814 measuring approx 2-1/4” in length. Has two small screw holes and is simple scroll engraved at center and engraved in teardrop shape around rear screw hole. Has small tag attached with red ink “MARLIN PART SUPPLY” on one side and “TANG L.C. SMITH 12GA TRAP W/OUT SAFETY”. Tang 2 with SN 82642 is line border engraved with star at center and accompanied by its original small front screw. CONDITION: Very good to excellent.(20-50)

Lot 41 SCARCE REMINGTON DE GRADE MODEL 1894. SN. 109760. Cal. 12ga. Likely made originally with 30” Legia P. type damascus brls which have been reduced to 25-1/2” today. Brls with raised matted top rib that have small brass front bead and are engraved “REMINGTON ARMS. CO.” on right. “LEGIA P.” on left. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with scroll engraved irons and has 2 crescent moon fine panels towards breech end. Interior of forearm with patent and SN stamps. A&D boxlock receiver is very nicely engraved in scroll wedge pattern with “REMINGTON ARMS CO.” in floral banner on sides. Trigger plate with large nesting turkey(?) at center and scroll and border engraved in about 75% coverage. Top of action, brl bolsters, top lever, and top tang are scroll engraved. Relief engraved “SAFE” in front of the safety slide. Trigger guard with bursts of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Straight grip walnut butt with checkered side panels and carved arrow is checkered in flowing wave borderless pattern through the wrist, has unengraved silver oval towards toe, and terminates with a modern black Old English rubber pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham Lgth: 2-5/8”. Min. Wall Thickness: .035(R) .036(L). Bore Diameter: .730(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .000(Both). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 13-11/16”. CONDITION: Good to very good as modified. Brls with about 70% of their visible damascus pattern. Forearm is very good as competently restored, checkering re-cut. Action has toned with no case color remaining. Engraving mostly still crisp. Buttstock retains most of an older restored finish with subsequent handling marks and checkering thinning. Bores with some beginning orange peel but mostly bright. Gun with some looseness at hinge otherwise mechanics are fine. C&R. (750-1,250) 47

Lot 42 SPECTACULAR FACTORY ORIGINAL WINCHESTER MODEL 21 GRAND AMERICAN 28 GAUGE & 410 BORE TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE AND PROVENANCE. SN. W32993. Cal. 28 & 410. Made in 1984 by US Repeating Arms Company for noted California businessman Carl E. Press. Factory original 2 brl set in 28 gauge and 410 bore. Brl Set 1- 28ga 26” with ventilated rib brl that has steel mid and Bradley red front sight. Rib is engraved per order form “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER FOR CARL E. PRESS”. Breech ends of brls with 3-1/4” scroll wedges.

Brl flats engine turned with “WP” proof & SN. Bottom of tubes with “SKEET” choke stamps. Forend lug stamped “1”. Brl Set 2- 410 bore. Same as Set 1 in all respects except stamped “2” on forend lug. Both brls sets are fitted with field style B carve checkered beavertail forends. Both forends with triangular ebony tips, scroll engraved iron, and roll type releases. Forend irons are fully engine turned and polished.

The lightened rounded frame is beautifully engraved by Nick Kusmit with about 85% scroll coverage. Left side with gold inlaid Setter, right side with gold inlaid Pointer, both in detailed game scenes. Trigger plate with large circle

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at center and 2 gold inlaid pheasants surrounded by scroll. Trigger guard with gold inlaid Spaniel bust at center of bow surrounded by scroll engraving which extends on to tang. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Watertable lightened as noted above. Breech face is finely engine turned. Beautifully figured capped pistol grip American Walnut buttstock is also B carve checkered through the wrist, has gold oval on toeline with initials, “CEP”, and terminates with its original carved checkered butt. Steel grip cap with gold chain link border, scroll engraved, and gold inlaid “GRAND AMERICAN”. Gun is housed in its factory original French fitted oak & leather case with maker’s trade label and gold plated accessories.

Gun is accompanied by its original order forms and correspondence from USRAC to Mr. Carl E. Press detailing the gun as found today.

Gun is also accompanied by its original factory work order hang tags. Gun was originally ordered at a cost of $35,000 from Mr. Press when delivered in 1984. SET 1: Weight: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .545(Both). Bore Restriction: .006(Both). SET 2: Weight: 7lbs. 9oz. Cham.

Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .408(Both). Bore Restriction: .006(Both). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint retaining virtually all factory original finishes throughout.

Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are perfect. Case is excellent with only minor rubs. This gun should be celebrated as one of the great well documented small bore Grand American sets extant. Choice and investment grade in every regard! MODERN. (50,000-80,000)

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Lot 43 AWESOME WINCHESTER MODEL 21 GRAND AMERICAN “ONE OF EIGHT” SMALL BORE SET WITH CASE. SN. 31322.

Cal. 20 & 410. Brl Set 1-28” Winchester Proof Steel brl that has raised ventilated top rib with red Bradley front bead. Rib engraved “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER FOR SCOTT MAY”. Breech end of brls with 3-1/4” scroll wedges. Engine turned brl flats with SN, gauge, and “CHAM” stamp as well as “WP” proof. Bottoms of tube with “IMP CYL & MOD” choke stamps. Top of forend lug stamped “1”. Brl Set 2-28” 410 bore brls. Same as Set 1except with lightening cuts in polished flats. Both brl sets with B carve checkered beavertail forends that have triangular ebony tips and full scroll engraved irons with roll type releases. Lightened flat side frame beautifully factory custom shop engraved per original order by Nick Kusmit. Right side is fully scroll engraved and has detailed gold inlaid horseman in oval towards rear of frame shooting at detailed gold inlaid running buffalo toward front.

This pattern is repeated on the left side. Brl fences with relief oak leaf and full scroll coverage extends to top of frame and top lever. Bottom of frame with full scroll coverage and circle with 5 gold inlaid playing cards (4 aces & an 8- A Deadman’s Hand?). Center of trigger plate with riding cowboy inlaid in gold. Blued long tang trigger guard with gold inlaid buffalo in circle at center and is near full coverage scroll engraved

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with gold inlaid “GRAND AMERICAN” at center of tang. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Flame figured straight grip B carve checkered American Walnut buttstock has gold oval towards toe and terminates with a relief carve fleur-de-lis checkered butt. Gun is housed in a modern oak & leather case with brass appointments, gold plated snap caps, and oil bottle. Gun is accompanied by its original order form dated May 29, 1985 describing the gun as found today as well as its original final test report dated April 1, 1985 noting the engraver as Nick Kusmit, assembler James F. Murphy, and stock maker Walter Stocka. SET 1: Weight: 7lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .035(Both). Bore Diameter: .612(R) .613(L). Bore Restriction: .005(R) .014(L). SET 2: Weight: 7lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .409(R) .410 (L). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .011(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint.

Retaining nearly all factory original finishes throughout. Gun appears to have been factory test fired only. Bores are brilliant shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with very minor handling marks. MODERN. (30,000-50,000)

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Lot 44 TRULY EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE 16 GAUGE MAGNUM. SN. W34203. Cal. 16ga. Built in 1979 with 28” ventilated rib brls that has Bradley red bead front sight. Rib at breech end engraved “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” and left tube showing trademark, gauge, and “3 IN” chamber stamp. Engine turned brl flats with SN, gauge, and chamber stamp as well as “WP” proof mark. Bottoms of tubes with “IMP. CYL” and “MOD” proof stamp. Breech ends with small scrolls bursts at center. Field style beavertail forend is factory B carve checkered with 3 relief fleur-de-lis, triangular ebony tip, and blued scroll engraved iron and roll type release. Custom order rounded frame is engraved per customer request with raised gold inlays of Pointer on left, large flying duck on bottom in circle, grouse on trigger guard bow, and Setter on right. The remainder of frame with bursts of scroll. Watertable and breech face are finely engine turned. Top tang with SN and “SAFE” ahead of safety slide. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, auto safety.

Factory documented “Special select Exhibition Grade American Walnut hand selected equal to or better than Grand American quality” is B carve relief fleur-de-lis checkered through the wrist with flowing wave panel behind grip. Vacant gold oval on toeline and terminates with a thin black leather covered pad. Blued steel grip cap is nicely scroll engraved. Gun is accompanied by its original 2 page order form detailing

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the gun as found today. Knowledgeable collectors note the engraving done by John Kusmit and stock work by John Durkin under the direction of John Olin. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .032(L). Bore Diameter: .662(R) .661(L). Bore Restriction: .007(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”.

LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Extremely fine, retaining nearly all factory original finishes throughout with only very minor handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny.

Mechanics are excellent. An extremely rare original Model 21 with great provenance.

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Lot 45 WINCHESTER MODEL 21-1 FLATSIDE CUSTOM FIVE BARREL SMALL GAUGE SET. SN. 26658. Cal. 20, 28, & 410. Very handy and useful 5 brl set. It appears that the gun started life with 28” Mod./Full choked Winchester Proof Steel brls with twin white beads and engraved “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. This set of brls with 2-3/4” chambers, slightly raised matted ventilated rib. Brl Set 2, a later addition, are 26” 20ga “WS1” brls with usual makers stamp on left tube. Brl Set 3 is a set of 26” 28ga brls made in Italy with ventilated top rib added by CSMC. This set with 2-3/4” chambers. Brl Set 4 is a set of CSM 28ga 30” brls with 3” chambers that are Mod./Mod. choked and have ventilated top rib with CSM markings on top of left tube. Brl Set 5 with 2-1/2” chambers 410 set made in Italy and designed to fit this gun by the craftsmen at CSM. Single universal beavertail forend checkered in diamond pattern with scroll engraved and blued roller type release. Blued flatside frame engraved in standard 21-1 pattern with light scroll coverage. Blued long tang trigger guard. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Nicely flame figured American Walnut buttstock is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist, has gold oval at toe, and terminates with a checkered butt. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz.(with 410ga brls) 410ga-Bore Diameter: .421(R) .422(L). Bore Restriction: .007(R) .017(L). 20ga Mod./Full Set-Bore Diameter: .615(Both). Bore Restriction: .000(R) .009(L). 20ga WS1 Set-Bore Diameter: .617(Both). Bore Restriction: -.011(R) .001(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-1/8”.

CONDITION: Excellent as recently serviced by CSM and showing field use. Brls all retain 95-98% of their custom CSM blued factory finish. Buttstock and forearm are sound and excellent with minor light handling marks. Finish beginning to chip at heel and toe. Frame retains nearly all of its CSM factory blue. Trigger guard with toned blue at tang and bow but overall about 50% remaining. Bores are bright throughout with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are excellent. This gun recently went through a factory strip and clean and is mechanically perfect at this time. Trigger works well. A really useful and handsome Model 21 which could easily suffice as the only gun a person would use for the rest of their life! C&R. (10,000-15,000)

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Lot 46 INTERESTING PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 12 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET WITH FACTORY SPECIAL ORDER FEATURES AND CASE. SN. 14451. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1940 and special ordered with 2 sets of Winchester proof steel ventilated rib brls.

Brl Set 1- 26” brls with Cyl/Imp choke stamps with twin white beads. Brl Set 2- 30” brls with Imp. Mod/Full choke stamps. Single kidney bean checkered beavertail forend with blued roller type latch release and iron. Blued frame stamped “TRAP” ahead of trigger plate screw. Gun made with SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Trap grade flat knob pistol grip buttstock special ordered with 5” circumference grip is flame figure through the Winchester brand red pad. Gun is housed in a yellow canvas brown leather appointed case with reproduction makers trade label. Gun is accompanied by a 2 page Cody Firearms Museum research letter detailing the history of the gun nearly as found today. SET 1: Weight: 8lbs.

1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(Both). Bore Diameter: .729(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .004(R) .001(L). SET 2: Weight: 8lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .032(Both). Bore Diameter: .727(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .032(R) .018(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally restored and lightly field used. Both brl sets with more than 97% professionally restored blue. Stocks are excellent with nearly all of their professionally restored hand rubbed finishes with light subsequent handling marks. Left side of forend and muzzle end has a beginning grain separation which should be addressed. Frame, trigger guard, and forend iron with nearly all of their restored blue. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Brl Set 1 is missing the top keel at muzzle but otherwise is excellent and sound. Case is very good with minor rub marks and stains. C&R (4,500-7,500)

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Lot 47 BEAUTIFUL WINCHESTER MODEL 21-1 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. W32153. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” Winchester proof steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib with twin white beads. Rib inscribed “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER FOR F. REMINGTON”. Engine turned brl flats with SN, gauge, chamber stamps and “WP” proof stamps.

Bottoms of tubes stamped “FULL/IMP-MOD”. Beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with blued and lightly scroll engraved roll type release. Blued flat side receiver engraved in 21-1 pattern and has engine turned watertable & breech face. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely flame figured capped pistol grip American Walnut buttstock is checkered in 3 point pattern through the wrist and terminates with an aging Winchester brand red pad. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .029(L). Bore Diameter: .730(R) .731(L).

Bore Restriction: .011(R) .035(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brls retain more than 95-97% of their original blue. Forearm is excellent with most blue remaining. There is a tiny wood flake missing behind the forearm escutcheon at breech end. Frame retains nearly all of its factory blue as does the trigger guard. Buttstock is excellent and sound with minor handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A beautiful stout custom shop 21.

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Lot 48 SCARCE FIELD USED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 DUCK GUN. SN. 29518. Cal. 12ga. Built with 32” Winchester proof steel brl that has matted concave top rib and small steel front bead. Flats with “WP” proof stamps and bottoms of tubes both stamped “FULL”. Beavertail forend checkered in diamond pattern with blued roll type release and iron. Blued frame stamped “DUCK” ahead of trigger plate screw. Blued trigger guard. Gun made with SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Flat knob full pistol grip American Walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original Winchester brand red pad. CONDITION: Good to very good as used and enjoyed for many seasons. Brls retain about 70% of their original blue. Grip area shows some mild pin prick pitting and brls will benefit from gentle restoration. Frame retains about half of its original blue. Trigger plate has toned. Brl fences with mild erosion. Buttstock appears sound with about 70% original finish remaining which has scattered handling marks throughout. Bores are mostly bright with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are good. C&R. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 49 CLEAN ORIGINAL WINCHESTER MODEL 42. SN. 96604. Cal. 410ga. Made with 26” plain brl that has small steel front bead. Usual makers stamped and “FULL” choke stamp. Grooved walnut forend. Blue receiver. Uncheckered walnut flat knob pistol grip buttstock which terminates with its original aluminum checkered buttplate. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .405. Bore Restriction: .021. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 13-5/8”. CONDITION: Very good as found. Brl retains about 85% of its original blue. Magazine tube with about half of its original blue remaining. Forearm is very good with minor impressions and high point edge wear. Frame with about 90% original toning blue remaining. Buttstock with scattered handling marks and an ancient repair on left side receiver at top but otherwise sound with about 80% of its factory finish remaining. Buttplate with about half its original blacking. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. A good solid 42. C&R. (1,250-1,750)

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Lot 50 FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 42. SN. 54156. Cal. 410ga. Made with 26” Mod. choked brl that has Simmons ventilated rib with twin white beads. Lined walnut forearm.

Blued receiver. Plain walnut buttstock with original Winchester Repeating Arms Co. buttplate. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .405. Bore Restriction: .008.

DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent. Brl with 95-97% custom blued finish. Frame retains more than 95% of what appears to be its original blue.

Stocks are excellent and sound with minor handling marks and retain more than 90% of their original finish. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A handy Model 42!

C&R. (1,250-1,750)

Lot 51 RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 28 GAUGE. SN. 751752. Cal. 28ga. Made in 1937 with 28” Full choke marked brl that now has Simmons oval post rib with twin white beads. Grooved walnut forearm. Blued receiver. Flat knob walnut buttstock which terminates with a Pachmayr basket weave white lined red colored pad. Internal parts appropriately stamped “28”. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-7/8”. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used and properly custom finished. Brl with most of its factory type blue. Stocks are excellent and sound and retain most of what appears to be their factory type finish with scattered light handling marks. Frame with about 95% or more of its factory type blue. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics in need of repair. MODERN. (5,500-9,500)

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Lot 52 GOOD WINCHESTER MODEL 12 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 1352073.

Cal. 28ga. Made with 26” steel brl that has matted ventilated top rib with white mid and red front beads. Left side of brl stamped “MODEL 12 - 28 GA.- 2-7/8 CHAM/SKEET”. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver. Steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with a “WINCHESTER” Brand HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-7/8”. Bore Diameter: .548. Bore Restriction: .013. DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as custom finished. Brl with about 95% custom blue. Frame retains about 90% of what appears to be its original blue though could be a very good early factory quality finish. Stocks are very good with scattered handling marks and retain more than 85% of what appears to be their original finish. Bore is mostly bright. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 53 SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 20 GAUGE. SN. 1922741. Cal. 20ga. Built with 28” Mod. choked brl that now has Simmons ventilated rib with twin white beads.

Grooved walnut forend. Blued action. Plain flat knob walnut buttstock which terminates with a Pachmayr white lined basket weave red pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .616. Bore Restriction: .010. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used and competently partially restored. Brl retains 95-97% of its proper custom blued finish. Buttstock and forend are sound with scattered handling marks and left side of butt with a couple of more notable scratches. Frame with about 97% of what appears to be its factory original blue. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (700-1,100) 59

Lot 54 SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 20 GAUGE. SN. 1529619. Cal. 20ga. Made in 1953 with 26” round post ventilated rib brl. Groove lined walnut forend. Blued receiver. Flat knob walnut buttstock which terminates with a brown Pachmayr brand white lined pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham.

Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .612. Bore Restriction: .000. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 13-7/8”. CONDITION: Very good as partially period refurbished and modified. Brl with 90-95% period rust blue and likely shortened during its period of use. Receiver retains about 95% of what appears to be its factory original blue with some high point edge wear. Stocks are very good with scattered light impressions, minor glue residue towards toe, and beginning separations off of trigger guard tang. Bore with orange peel towards muzzle end but mostly bright. Mechanics are functioning as intended though magazine tube will occasionally not hold catch. C&R. (600-1,000)

Lot 55 EARLY PRODUCTION WINCHESTER MODEL 12 20 GAUGE. SN. 120541. Cal. 20ga. Made in 1916 with 25” nickel steel brl that now has Simmons ventilated top rib with twin white beads. Grooved walnut forend. Blued receiver. Mounted with a replacement flat knob pistol grip walnut buttstock that terminates with a black Pachmayr brand white line waffle pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 0oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .615. Bore Restriction: .024. DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally refurbished retaining most custom finishes to wood and metal surfaces with only minor scattered handling marks. Stampings are thinned but fully visible. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (400-600)

Lot 56 SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 16 GAUGE WITH SOLID RIB. SN. 909900. Cal. 16ga. Made with 26” Mod. choked solid rib brl. Grooved corncob forearm. Blued receiver. Plain walnut flat knob pistol grip buttstock which terminates with a Winchester HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .667. Bore Restriction: .006. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brl with about 90% of its original blue. Frame with about 85% original blue remaining. Stocks are very good with scattered impressions and handling marks. There is a small chip at the rear of the trigger guard otherwise stocks appear mostly sound. Buttplate is likely a professional replacement. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (500-800)

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Lot 57 SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 12 16 GAUGE TRAP. SN. 868240. Cal. 16ga. Made in 1940 with 28” full choke brl that has Simmons donut post ventilated top rib. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Bottom of magazine tube stamped “MODEL-12-TRAP”. Blued receiver. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered through the wrist and terminates with an aging Pachmayr white line pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .670. Bore Restriction: .028. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 1-15/16”. LOP: 13-15/16”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brl with 95-97% factory type blue. Receiver with about 95% factory blue remaining. Forearm and buttstock with scattered handling marks and impressions, retains 85-90% of their original finish with some areas thinning and minor flakes towards toe. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A scarce Model 12! C&R. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 58 WINCHESTER MODEL 12 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 1904367. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1961 with 28” Mod. choked brl that has Simmons oval post ventilated rib with twin white beads. Grooved round forearm. Blued receiver. Plain flat knob walnut buttstock which terminates with a red basket weave white lined pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .742. Bore Restriction: .022. DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-9/16”. LOP: 14-5/8”.

CONDITION: Very good as field used and period refurbished. Brl and frame retain more than 95% of their period refurbished blue. Stocks are sound with finish thinning at grip area of forearm and comb. Belly of stock with overall about 60% stock finish remaining. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (300-450)

Lot 59 WINCHESTER MODEL 12 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 1864489. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” Mod. choked Simmons rib brl.

Lined walnut forend. Blued receiver. Flat knob pistol grip buttstock with white lined Pachmayr basket weave pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .733. Bore Restriction: .019. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Brl with about 90% of its custom blue. Frame with about 90% of its original blue remaining. Buttstock and forend with about 70% thinning finish remaining and areas of exposed wood at grip & toeline as well as forend base. Stocks otherwise appear sound. Pad is aging. Bore is mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are functional. C&R. (250-400)

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Lot 60 WINCHESTER MODEL 12 12 GAUGE. SN. 1246942. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1950 with 30” Full choke nickel steel brl that has Simmons round post ventilated rib with twin white beads. Walnut forearm checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver. Plain flat knob pistol grip walnut buttstock which terminates with an aging Pachmayr white line ventilated pad. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .731. Bore Restriction: .034. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally refurbished and lightly field used. Brl and frame with about 97% of their refurbished blue. Markings are slightly thinned. Stocks are sound with scattered light handling marks and retain most of an older professionally restored hand rubbed finish. C&R. (250-350)

Lot 61 HONEST FIELD USED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 MAGNUM. SN. 1911240. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” plain brl that has small steel front bead.

Usual maker marks on left side of brl with factory “FOR SUPER SPEED & SUPER-X 3IN”. Lined walnut forearm. Blued receiver. Plain walnut butt which terminates with its original Winchester white lined waffle pad. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .729. Bore Restriction: .035. DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-3/8”.

LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Brl and frame with about 90-95% original blue, both with some minor rubs and thinning. Stocks are very good with minor impressions. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Proof stamps are proud. A good, clean Model 12. C&R. (300-500)

Lot 62 GOOD FIELD USED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 12 GAUGE. SN. 1468983. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” full choked Winchester proof steel brl that has small brass front bead. Grooved walnut forend. Blued receiver. Plain flat knob walnut buttstock which terminates with a white lined Mershon waffle pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .730. Bore Restriction: .034. LOP: 13-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good as field used retaining about 80% original blue. Stocks are sound with finish thinning and handling marks scattered throughout. Mechanics are fine. Bore is bright and shiny. A good, honest field ready Model 12. C&R. (200-300)

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Lot 63 RARE REMINGTON ARMS CO. E GRADE 12 GAUGE MODEL 11. SN. 780850. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” steel brl that has low profile ventilated matted rib with steel mid and brass front beads. Breech ends of brls with large shaded scroll wedges and engraved “E GRADE” along with usual maker stamps. Nicely figured walnut forend checkered in point pattern with finger grooves on sides. Blued receiver is beautifully engraved with Setter on left, Pointer on right, both in detailed oval shaped game scenes, surrounded by shaded scroll in about 60% coverage.

Top of frame is milled and matted. Rear of frame with shaded scroll which extends to top tang. Bottom of frame engraved “E GRADE/780850” Scroll pattern extends to trigger guard bow with SN at tang. Nicely flame figure capped pistol grip American Walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern, has makers branded grip cap, silver oval on toeline, and terminates with a modern Hawkins brand ventilated pad. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”.

Bore Diameter: .729. Bore Restriction: .033. DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Excellent and honest as somewhat field used. Brl with more than 95% original blue. Forearm is excellent with minor handling marks. Frame retains about 95% of its original blue which is toning at high edges and from handling. Rear of top tang and trigger guard has drifted to gray. Buttstock is excellent and sound with scattered rubs and light impressions.

Pad is a replacement as noted above. Bore is brilliant. Mechanics are excellent. These guns are increasingly more desirable and collectible. MODERN. (3,000-4,000)

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Lot 64 REMINGTON MODEL 1100 LT-20 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. N940553K. Cal. 20ga. Made with 27-1/2” ventilated rib brl that has small steel front bead. Brl with usual maker stamps and “IC” stamped over “MOD” choke stamp. Walnut finger groove forend checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern as is the white line capped pistol grip walnut butt. Butt terminates with its original white lined makers buttplate. Right side of butt with what appears to be a gold and green colored inlaid medallion for Livermore Pleasanton Rod & Gun Club. Receiver with stamped engraving. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .616. Bore Restriction: .006. DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14”.

CONDITION: Very good to excellent as lightly field used with scattered handling marks. There are 2 small areas of blue loss on left side of forend towards muzzle end. Mechanics are excellent. Bore is bright and shiny. MODERN. (400-600)

Lot 65 BROWNING MODEL 42 “HIGH GRADE”. SN. 01544NZ982. Cal. 410ga. Made with 26” ventilated rib brl that has steel front bead and stamped for Full choke. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern on sides. Blued receiver with gold inlaid Pointers flushing quail on left surrounded by scroll. 4 gold inlaid ducks on right in marsh scene surrounded by scroll. Blue steel capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with a Browning brand HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .408. Bore Restriction: .013. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”.

CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used with minor light handling marks including one small scratch on right side of forend in checkering.

Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. MODERN. (900-1,400)

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Lot 66 FINE BROWNING MODEL 12 “HIGH GRADE” 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 01544NM972. Cal. 28ga. Made with 26” Mod. choked brl that has matted ventilated top rib with steel front bead. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver is game scene and scroll engraved with 4 gold flying ducks on right, 2 Pointers, and flushing grouse in gold on left. Steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original “Browning” HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .550. Bore Restriction: .015. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent showing limited field use. Retains nearly all original finishes with scattered minor handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. This is very pretty gun which is becoming more desirable by the day. MODERN. (900-1,400)

Lot 67 FINE BROWNING MODEL 12 “HIGH GRADE” 20 GAUGE. SN. 01544PN932. Cal. 20ga. Made with 26” ventilated rib brl that has Mod. choke stamp. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver is scroll and game scene engraved with gold inlaid animals. Nicely fiddleback figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .618. Bore Restriction: .017. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent to near mint as lightly field used with very minor handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (750-1,250)

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Lot 68 BROWNING BPS 28 GAUGE RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY 50 YEAR COMMEMORATIVE. SN. 13038ZM121. Cal. 28ga. Built with 27-1/2” Invector BPS Steel brl that has matted ventilated top rib with small steel front bead. Finger grooved point pattern checkered forearm. French gray receiver engraved with scroll and ruffed grouse motif commemorating 50 years of habitat management 1961-2011. Gold plated trigger. Nicely figured flat knob walnut grip checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Restriction: Invector Tubes. DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine appears factory test fired only and is near mint with only minor light handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (450-650)

Lot 69 BROWNING BPS 20 GAUGE RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY 50 YEAR COMMEMORATIVE. SN. 12321ZM121. Cal. 20ga. Built with 27-1/2” Invector BPS Steel brl that has matted ventilated top rib with small steel front bead. Finger grooved point pattern checkered forearm. French gray receiver engraved with scroll and ruffed grouse motif commemorating 50 years of habitat management 1961-2011. Gold plated trigger. Nicely figured flat knob walnut grip checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4” & 3”. Bore Restriction: Invector Tubes. DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Extremely fine appears factory test fired only and is near mint with only minor light handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (450-650)

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Lot 70 EXCELLENT BROWNING MODEL 42 410 BORE SHOTGUN. SN. 04120NZ882. Cal. 410ga. Made with 26” Full choke ventilated rib brl. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver. Steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original “BROWNING” HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .409. Bore Restriction: .014. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retaining most finishes throughout. Right side of receiver with some light storage scratches and left side of buttstock with bump and impression. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (800-1,200)

Lot 71 BROWNING MODEL 12 28 GAUGE PUMP ACTION SHOTGUN. SN. 04120NM872. Cal. 28ga. Made with 26” brl that has slightly raised ventilated top rib with steel front bead. Left side of brl stamped “MOD” choke mark. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver. Nicely fiddleback figured steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with a supple brown Decelerator brand pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .550. Bore Restriction: .020. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-11/16”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Gun shows some light scratches and handling marks from field use. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. MODERN. (750-1,250)

Lot 72 BROWNING MODEL 12 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 01544PN832. Cal. 20ga. Made with 26” Mod. choked brl that has raised ventilated top rib with small steel front bead. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern. Blued receiver. Blued steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .620. Bore Restriction: .015. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used and retains nearly all original finishes with scattered light handling marks. Buttplate appears to be a professional replacement. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is bright and shiny. MODERN. (500-800) 67

Lot 73 DESIRABLE ITHACA MODEL 37 20 GAUGE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 177217. Cal. 20ga. Made in 1948 with 28” full choke plain brl that has small brass front bead. Lined checkered forearm. Stamped early style blued receiver. Capped pistol grip checkered walnut buttstock which terminates with its original Ithaca Gun Co. lined HRBP. Housed in its original numbers matching box. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. CONDITION: Near mint retaining nearly all original finishes throughout with only minor light handling marks. Box is very good with losses to end label and scattered scrapes. C&R. (500-800)

Lot 74 NEAR MINT ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT 20 GAUGE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 371446032. Cal. 20ga. Made in 1974 with 28” Mod. choked brl. Checkered walnut stocks. Blued receiver with standard stamped scene. Original Ithaca white lined grip cap and HRBP. Gun is housed in its original box. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .615. Bore Restriction: .017. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Near mint, appears factory test fired only with the slightest of handling marks noted. Box is very good with some staining and creasing. Bore is brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (400-700)

Lot 75 NEAR MINT ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT 16 GAUGE VENTILATED RIB GUN WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 371286102. Cal. 16ga. Made in 1973 with 28” ventilated rib Mod. choked brl. Checkered walnut forearm. Stamped blued receiver. Checkered walnut capped pistol grip buttstock that terminates with its original “Ithaca Gun” HRBP. Housed in its original numbers matching box. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent to near mint with scattered light handling marks. Box is very good to excellent with corners fraying and foxing. C&R. (400-700) 68

Lot 76 SUPERB ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT 12 GAUGE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 945518. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” Mod. choke brl that has fluorescent orange front sight. Blued stamped receiver. Line checkered forearm. Flat knob checkered walnut buttstock which terminates with its original “Ithaca Gun Co.” lined HRBP. Gun is accompanied by its original Ithaca Gun Co. shipping box. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent to near mint with minor light handling marks and a few scattered impressions, most notably towards stock toe from brl in box. Mechanics are excellent. Bore is brilliant and shiny. Box is good to very good with soiling and corners separating. Top with tape at center on sides. C&R. (400-700)

Lot 77 EXCELLENT ITHACA MODEL 37 12 GAUGE FEATHERLIGHT WITH ITS ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 1033970. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1968 with 28” Mod. choke plain brl that has fluorescent orange front sight. Blued stamped receiver. Finger groove plain walnut forearm. Full knob checkered walnut buttstock which terminates with its original “Ithaca Gun Co.” lined HRBP. Gun is accompanied by its original Ithaca Gun Co. shipping box. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent to near mint with nearly all original finishes remaining and showing scattered light handling marks. Box with matching end label is very good with foxing and stains. Top with tape at center on sides. C&R. (400-700)

Lot 78 RARE ITHACA NID GRADE 2 10 GAUGE MAGNUM. SN. 500449. Cal. 10ga. Made with 32” brls (now 30-7/16”) that have raised low profile matted top rib with white mid and brass front beads. Polished brl flats with SN, grade stamp, and chamber stamp as well as choke markings. Beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with triangular ebony tip has blued line engraved iron and Deeley latch release.

Casehardened boxlock receiver engraved in typical Grade 2 pattern with light shaded floral scroll and quail on left, woodcock on right. Bottom of frame with burst of floral scroll. Blued trigger guard with shaded floral motif on bow and SN at tang. Gun made with original Miller SST, auto ejectors, 3 position auto safety.

Lightly figured capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point and wave pattern through the wrist and terminates with an aging leather faced Hawkins brand pad.

Gun is accompanied by a set of choke tubes. WEIGHT: 10lbs. 6-½ oz. Cham. Lgth: 3-1/2”. Bore Diameter: .781(Both). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as modified and field used by Mr. Hunter. Brls with about 95% of their original blue, shortened with choke tubes installed as noted above. Forearm is very good with most of its original finish remaining and has an area or two of finish added for preservation. Checkering is fine. Receiver with 80% very pretty original rainbow case color. Trigger guard with about 90% of its original blue. Buttstock is excellent with minor crazing in the original finish and has some finish added for preservation. There is very tight beginning grain separation at the head of the left side and a tiny almost not worthy of mention flake behind the top tang. Pad is still supple. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. Chokes tubes are good. C&R. PROVENANCE: Charlie Hunter Estate Collection. (1,250-1,750) 69

Lot 79 NEAR MINT BROWNING GRADE II SA-22 RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. 71T52490. Cal. .22LR. Built in 1971 with 19” round brl that has flip up rear sight and blade front sight.

Walnut forend checkered in point pattern. French gray receiver nicely engraved with woodchucks in oval game scene on left, flying goose on top, squirrels in oak tree on right, surrounded by floral leaf punch dot engraving. Engravers signature “JL” ( J. Lewanczyk) found on top. Gun made with gold plated trigger. Nicely fiddleback figured flat knob grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original lined blued steel buttplate. Gun is housed in its matching numbers factory original box. CONDITION: Extremely fine to near mint. Our consignor acquired this gun new and has not used it. There are a few tiny handling marks, but overall the gun remains near mint and factory test fired only.

Box is excellent with scrapes and corners thinning. MODERN. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 80 SCARCE BROWNING SUPERPOSED SUPERLIGHT PIGEON GRADE 12 GAUGE. SN. 14158S72. Cal. 12ga. Made with 26” steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib with small steel front bead. Brls with usual makers stamps and left side of lug with Mod./Full choke stamps. Schnabel tipped Superlight forend checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved latch release and iron. Coin finish rounded Superlight frame is nicely engraved in Pigeon pattern with light scroll and pigeons on sides. Bottom with bursts of floral engraving. Coin finished long tang trigger guard is engraved en-suite. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely fiddleback figured straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with its original Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .724(Both). Bore Restriction: .020(B) .039(T). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brls retain more than 97% original blue. Forearm and buttstock are excellent with some light minor impressions. Frame is excellent with some small areas of minor staining. Forend iron with some staining on latch release. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A scarce and very usable Superlight with just 88 made in this configuration. C&R. (4,000-6,000) 70

Lot 81 SCARCE “FIGHTING COCKS” BROWNING SUPERPOSED 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY FELIX FUNKEN. SN. 50210. Cal. 12ga. Built with 28” Special Steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated rib with white mid and front beads (front bead chipped off ). Field style forend checkered in point pattern. Coin finished receiver is beautifully engraved by master engraver Felix Funken in Grade 5 Fighting Cocks pattern. Right side with 7 pheasants in field scene and engravers signature at bottom of scene. Bottom of frame with well detailed Spaniel and fallen bird in portrait. Left side of frame with famed fighting cocks scene, all surrounded by well executed scroll engraving in about 80% coverage. Long tang trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow and at rear of tang. Gun comes with its original round knob long tang walnut buttstock which was shortened early in life and now has spacers and white line pad mounted at butt. Gun is currently mounted with a professionally accomplished walnut stock which is carved behind receiver and checkered appropriately and terminates with a proper aging Browning HRBP. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .724 (Both). Bore Restriction: .014(B) .035(T).

DAC: 1-1/2”.

DAH: 1-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/2”. Replacement stock with slight cast on. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Brl retains about 95% of its original blue. Original forend is sound with scattered light handling marks and about 90% of an older hand rubbed finish remaining. Frame is very good with a couple of small areas of minor staining. Engraving remains mostly crisp. Replacement buttstock is excellent and sound retaining nearly all of its custom finish. Original buttstock with scattered handling marks and retains most of what appears to be its factory finish. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine.

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Lot 82 SOUND BROWNING SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING 12 GAUGE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 47124S5. Cal. 12ga. Made with 26-1/2” brls that have slightly raised ventilated top rib with white mid and steel front bead. Left side of brl stamped “MADE FOR ABERCROMBIE & FITCH” along with usual markings. Left side of brl lump with Imp. Cyl/Mod. choke marks. Field style forend checkered in point pattern with blued latch release and iron. Blued frame engraved in lightning floral lightning pattern. Blued long tang trigger guard engraved en-suite. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Round knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a supple black Decelerator brand pad. Housed in an original Airways case. This gun was purchased new by our consignor at Abercrombie & Fitch in 1966 and before taking delivery he had the chambers lengthened to 3” by their master gun maker. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .724(Both). Bore Restriction: .011(B) .020(T). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Very good as field used and enjoyed by our consignor since new. Brls with about 90% original blue. Forearm is very good with scattered handling marks and impressions. Checkering beginning to thin at carry point. There is one more significant divot on left side at muzzle end. Frame with about 70% toning original blue. Trigger guard retains most of an older restored finish. Buttstock is very good with scattered light impressions. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. Case is very good with scattered rub marks. C&R. (900-1,400)

Lot 83 FINE BROWNING SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 21288S73. Cal. 12ga. Made with 26-3/8” steel brls with ventilated matted top rib with brass front bead. Field style walnut forend checkered in 2 point pattern on sides and have blued latch release. Blued receiver engraved in Grade 1 floral pattern. Blued trigger guard with light floral engraving on bow. Left side of brl lumps with Imp Cyl/Mod. choke stamps. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Long tang flat knob pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern at the wrist and terminates with its original Browning HRBP. Accompanied by its original trigger guard “LIGHTNING SUPERPOSED BY BROWNING” tag.

WEIGHT: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .720(B) .721(T). Bore Restriction: .006(B) .016(T). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as lightly field used retaining more than 97% factory original finishes throughout. Stocks with scattered light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Gun has seen very little use. C&R. (900-1,400) 72

Lot 84 HANDY CSMC RBL 20 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. RBL004264. Cal. 20ga.

Made with 28” brls that have concave plain top rib with small brass front bead. Brls with small scroll wedges at breech ends and usual markings on top. Beavertail forend with Anson type push button release is checkered in point pattern. Scalloped boxlock receiver is engraved in launch edition shaded scroll pattern throughout.

Blued double rolled edge trigger guard with scroll on bow. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety, and optional assisted opener system. Steel capped flame figured American Walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern at the wrist and terminates with its original lined HRBP. Housed in its original yellow canvas & brown leather appointed case with RBL accessories and choke tubes. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 8oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .618(Both). Bore Restriction: Choke Tubes. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used with light handling marks scattered about. Bores are mostly bright with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with minor stains and rubs. MODERN. (3,000-5,000)

Lot 85 GOOD EARLY PRODUCTION CSMC INVERNESS 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. I-00391. Cal. 20ga. Made with 30” ventilated low profile top rib with small brass front bead. Forend is point pattern checkered with push button release. Casehardened rounded frame is rose & scroll engraved. Blued short tang trigger guard with rose & scroll on bow. Gun made SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Flat knob pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with a thin red pad. Gun is an accompanied by 3 choke tubes, choke wrench, and hard blue case. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .613(Both).

Bore Restriction: Tubes. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine showing very limited use. Retains nearly all factory original finishes throughout. Case with minor rubs. MODERN. (3,000-5,000) 73

Lot 86 GOOD FIELD USED CSMC RBL 12 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. RBL003993. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” brls with low profile ventilated top rib with small brass front bead.

Beavertail forend checkered in point and diamond pattern with push button release. Casehardened RBL frame engraved in typical 12 gauge RBL pattern. Blued double rolled edge long tang trigger guard. Gun made with gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Steel capped walnut pistol grip buttstock with nice flame figure terminates with a black 1” Galazan pad. Housed in a hard plastic travel case with extra pad and choke tubes included. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Bore Diameter: .729(R) .730(L). Bore Restriction: Choke Tubes. DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brls with about 95% original finish, thinning at muzzles and grip area. Frame with about half of its original case color remaining. Buttstock is excellent with scattered minor marks and 2 beginning grain separations behind top tang. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. Case with rubs and use but generally very good. MODERN. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 87 DESIRABLE WINCHESTER MODEL 52C SPORTER WITH ORIGINAL MICRO MOTION TRIGGER. SN. 96974C. Cal. .22LR. Built with 24” round brl that has hooded ramp blade front sight. Left side of brl with usual makers stamps and “WP” proof stamp. Walnut stock with ebony capped forend, integral factory sling mounts, and is checkered in diamond pattern at forearm area & point pattern at wrist. Blued floorplate with mirco motion trigger adjustment screws and stamped “O.T. & PULL”. Blued receiver with usual makers stamps. Gun is mounted with a Lyman 48 WH peep sight. Original blued steel grip cap, small cheek piece on left side of butt, and terminates with its original blued checkered steel buttplate. Original Winchester magazine. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 13oz. LOP: 13-5/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brl retains about 95% of its original blue with some beginning thinning towards muzzle. Stocks are excellent with scattered minor handling marks & light impressions and retain most of their original finish. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. It is estimated that somewhere between 500-1,000 of these guns were made, making this one a rare and seldom seen variation which is desirable to knowledgeable collectors. C&R. (5,500-7,000) 74

Lot 88 ORIGINAL WINCHESTER MODEL 52B SPORTER. SN. 80752B. Cal. .22LR. Built with 24” round brl that has hooded ramp blade front sight.

Left side of brl with usual makers stamps and “WP” proof stamp. Walnut stock with ebony capped forend, integral factory sling mounts, and is checkered in diamond pattern at forearm area & point pattern at wrist. Blued floorplate stamped “SPORTING” at center. Parkerized receiver with usual makers stamps. Gun is mounted with a Lyman F peep sight. Original blued steel grip cap, small cheek piece on left side of butt, and terminates with its original blued checkered steel buttplate. Original Winchester magazine. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 6oz. LOP: 13-5/8”. CONDITION: Excellent and original as lightly field used. Metal parts retain more than 98% of their original factory finishes.

Stock is excellent and sound with scattered light handling marks, most notable a series of very light impressions behind trigger guard. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (3,500-5,500)

Lot 89 DESIRABLE WINCHESTER MODEL 52B SPORTER. SN. 59130B. Cal. .22LR. Built with 24” round brl that has dovetail rear sight and ramp hooded blade front sight. Left side of brl with usual makers stamped and “WP” proof stamp. Walnut stock with ebony capped forend, integral factory sling mounts, and is checkered in diamond pattern at forearm area and point pattern at wrist. Blued floorplate stamped “SPORTING” at center. Parkerized receiver with usual makers stamps. Gun is mounted with a Lyman 48F peep sight. Original Winchester grip cap, small cheek piece on left side of butt, and terminates with its original blued checkered steel buttplate. Original Winchester magazine. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 5oz. LOP: 13-11/16”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and collector quality. Brl retains virtually all of its original blue with some beginning thinning at muzzle. Stock is excellent & sound with crisp checkering and has a few scattered light handling marks. Trigger guard and plate retain nearly all of their original blue. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. An excellent Model 52B Sporter. C&R. (3,500-5,500)

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Lot 90 VERY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 70 IN .35 WHELEN CALIBER. SN. 24061. Cal. .35 Whelen. Built with 22” round brl that has caliber stamp on left side at breech end and ramp blade front sight stamped “C.A. DAHL” on left side. Gun is mounted with an All Weather Alaskan Griffin & Howe quick release mounted scope and Lyman 48W adjustable sight. Stock is finely skip line checkered at fore & aft grip. Fore grip area with diamond shaped brass inlay behind the blued sling eye. Trigger plate is nicely engraved with family crest and “EX PLAN/ICIE/AD ASTRU” (From Plain To Star) in banner. Engine turned and engraved bolt. Rosewood capped pistol grip. Rear of receiver with arrow shaped inlay and rear portion of stock with 2 ebony inlays. Right side with moose, left side may be that of a boar. Corresponding horn inlay at heel and butt terminates with an aging Winchester red pad. Our consignor states that this gun was factory engraved by John Warren. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 0oz. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent showing limited use. Brl and frame retain most of their custom factory finish. Stock is excellent with scattered minor rubs and a beginning grain separation on right side at muzzle end. Bolt jeweling is excellent. Trigger plate is excellent with most all of its custom factory blue. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. A very interesting Model 70 which should warrant extra investigation. C&R. (5,000-7,000)

Lot 91 AS NEW WINCHESTER MODEL 70XTR FEATHERWEIGHT SHORT ACTION RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL BOX. SN. G1655755. Cal. .308. Made with 22” round brl. Schnabel forend tip, scroll checkered stock with sling mounts, blued floor plate, and trigger guard. Blued unengraved frame. Bolt is polished. Blued steel grip cap. Stock terminates with its original makers branded red pad. Housed in its original matching number shipping box. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. CONDITION: Near mint, appears factory test fired only and retains virtually all original finishes throughout. Box is very good to excellent with some staining. MODERN. (500-800)

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Lot 91A BEAUTIFUL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 71 DELUXE. SN. 29120. Cal. .348WCF. Made with 24” round brl that has hooded ramp blade front sight. Left side of brl with usual maker stamped. Walnut forend checkered in diamond pattern on sides. Blued magazine tube and forend cap. Blued unengraved receiver is mounted with a Lyman peep sight. Blued hammer, trigger, and lever. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock is checkered at wrist, has original sling mount, and terminates with its original blued steel checkered buttplate. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 5oz. LOP: 13-1/2”.CONDITION: Extremely fine. Brl retains about 97% of its deep original blue with some beginning thinning at muzzle. Forearm is crisp and sound with about 97% of its original finish. Frame retains nearly all of its deep factory original blue with light high point edge wear and a minor handling mark here or there. Lever retains 85-90% of its original blue there is small area of oxidation on left side at grip, as does hammer. Buttstock is excellent and sound retaining about 97% of its original finish. Buttplate is excellent with more than 95% original blue remaining. Bore is brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A beautiful example! C&R. (2,500-3,500)

Lot 92 EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 69A. NVSN. Cal. .22LR. Made with 25” round brl that has hooded ramp front blade sight and usual makers stamp on left side of brl.

Proud factory original “WP” proof stamp at breech end of brl and front of frame. Uncheckered walnut stock with flat knob grip. Mounted with its factory original integral peep sight. Buttstock with original Winchester buttplate. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 10oz. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine retaining nearly all original finishes to all wood and metal surfaces. There are some scattered light handling marks but overall the gun remains in excellent original condition. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Even though these were inexpensive guns when new, these are great little shooters. C&R. (300-500)

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Lot 93 CUSTOM REMINGTON MODEL 700 RIFLE WITH TOOLEY CUSTOM RIFLE BARREL AND LEUPOLD SCOPE AND EXTRA BARREL. SN. C6746600.

Cal. 6mm Ackley. Made with 27” bull brl that is satin finished and stamped of left side “TOOLEY CUSTOM RIFLES 6MM ACK IMP”. Black carbon fiber stock with thin Remington brand waffle pad. Mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 6.5x20 scope. Jeweled bolt. Accompanied by a second brl, also made by Tooley Custom Rifles in .308WIN and .33NK. WEIGHT: 12lbs. 4oz. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brl with scattered light handling marks with beginning staining. Second brl appears to be polished stainless and has 2 Velcro stickers, one at muzzle and one towards breech. Second brl with only very minor handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are crisp.

Scope optics are clear. A great long range set up. MODERN. (250-400)

Lot 94 SAVAGE ANSCHUTZ MODEL 54 SPORTER IN .22 LONG RIFLE CALIBER. SN. 1165870A. Cal. .22LR. Made with 23” tapered round brl that has hooded ramp bead front sight. Top of brl stamped “SAVAGE ANSCHUTZ MODEL 54 SPORTER”. Left side of brl towards chamber area stamped “CALIBER .22 LONG RIFLE/MADE IN WEST GERMANY”. Blued receiver with makers name and SN stamped as well as proof marks. Stock is point pattern skip line checkered at fore grip and at full capped pistol grip. Forend with Schnabel tip. Left side of stock with cheek piece and small Monte Carlo towards butt. Original lined HRBP and slings mounted. Pistol grip cap is rosewood with white lining and white diamond shaped inlay at center. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 5oz. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine showing limited use with scattered light handling marks noted mainly towards edge of cheek piece and behind receiver. Brl blue is more than 98%. Rear sight slot is vacant. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

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Lot 95 SAVAGE MODEL 1899 .300 SAVAGE CALIBER. SN. 244978. Cal. .300 Savage. Built with 24” tapered round brl that has blade front sight and adjustable rear sight. Brl with usual makers stamps and proof stamps. Slim checkered forearm with Schnabel tip, has sling eye, and button release. Blued receiver with SN stamped ahead of trigger guard and lever. Mounted with Lyman peep sight on top tang. Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered through the wrist and terminates with a lined steel butt. WEIGHT: 7lbs.

0oz. LOP: 13”. CONDITION: Good as field used and partially refurbished. Brl retains about 70% of what appears to be its original blue. Forearm checkering has thinned and is somewhat filled in with added finish. Frame with about half its original blue remaining. Buttstock retains most of an older refurbished finish with finish filling in the checkering and beginning to bubble towards rear of butt. There are two minor grain separations towards rear of butt and small losses towards toe. Bore is dark but rifling appears strong and will most likely clean to excellent. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (400-600)

Lot 96 REMINGTON 1917 BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .30-06 SPRINGFIELD. SN. 423385. Cal. .30-06 Springfield. Made with 25” brl, Original brl reshaped and shortened.

Action has reshaped bolt handle and bottom metal and a custom rear peep sight replaces the military type. An aftermarket walnut stock with plain pistol grip is fitted. Brl has ramp front sight and no brl mounted rear sight. CONDITION: Metal with 85% re-blue, stock finish good. Mechanically fine, bore fine, needs cleaning. MODERN. (50-100)

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Lot 97 STEVENS 44 ACTION POPE MODEL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE WITH SCOPE AND EXTRA BARREL. SN. 4686. Cal. .38-55. Made with 28-1/4” brl. Face of the action is marked 52. Case colored non-engraved action. Fitted with double set triggers and nickel plated Pope three finger lever. Buttstock is a typical Stevens Pope Model style with lovely fine checkering and made of nicely figured American Walnut. Buttplate is in the Pope model style and nickel plated. Forearm is of the two screw style, beautifully checkered with a fine checkering pattern, and has an add-on custom palm rest. Un-serial numbered brl is full octagon, No. 4 weight. There are two holes drilled and tapped on the underside of the forearm, most likely for a Pope machine rest. Under the forearm is marked with Pope brl number, 446, partially obliterated by a screw, and the Pope code 25/1.41. Brl is an odd length and may have been shortened. There is a blank filler where the front sight would go, and a Stevens-Vernier tang sight. Scope is a Winchester B5 with an unusual aperture on post reticle. Also included is the original brl serial numbered to action caliber .22 short, full octagon No. 3 weight with forearm marked 537 on bottom.

Brl is fitted with scope blocks with two sets of holes drilled for front sight block. Front sight dovetail with blank. Fine bore with good rifling. CONDITION: Traces of case color remaining on the action. Lever has patches of nickel missing. Buttstock has almost all of the original finish with minor handling marks. Buttplate nickel is flaking off in very small patches. Forearm shows only the most minor handling marks. Majority of brl blue remaining with losses at the sharp edges of the octagon. Mechanically good, bore very fine sharp throughout. Extra brl retains 80% blue. Forend with holes for palm rest has most of its original finish. Scope optics are good. C&R. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 98 WINCHESTER THICK WALL HI-WALL SPECIAL SPORTING MODEL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE. SN. 108068. Cal. .38-55. Made with 30” No. 3 octagon brl with Winchester proof. Action without proof, double set triggers, spur lever. Buttstock with checkered pistol grip and cheekpiece, made of very fancy American Walnut. Nickel plated Swiss buttplate.

Winchester forearm is checkered and also made of very fancy wood and sporting an ebony insert at the tip. Winchester wind gauge front sight with spirit level. Winchester-Vernier tang rear sight. CONDITION: Almost all re-blue remaining on action. Majority of finish on buttstock is excellent with a few rubs, dings, etc., from handling. There is a tiny chip on the buttstock on the left side of the wrist next to the action. Almost all nickel present on buttplate. Small crack is present on the bottom of the forearm just in front of the action. Majority of the blue remaining on the barrel with a few bare patches and a few odd marks, possibly from a wrench or vise.

Mechanically good. Bore is bright and shiny with sharp rifling. C&R. (1,250-1,750)

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Lot 99 ELEGANT AMERICAN LONG RIFLE BY JOHN AMOS, BEDFORD TOWNSHIP, BEDFORD COUNTY, PA, c1840. Signed on the barrel, J. Amos. 57” OA, 42”, wrought octagonal rifled iron barrel .36cal. Original percussion lock in the Bedford County style with rat-tail lock plate and high hammer, engraved with JA initials and double set triggers. Stock is curly maple in the slim Bedford style, with raised carving behind the cheekpiece with a large German silver oval. Nicely proportioned and engraved Bedford-style brass patchbox, faceted trigger guard, engraved side plate, and four German silver inlays. John Amos (18001867) was one of the more talented and prolific gunsmiths of the famous Bedford County school. This elegant, slender rifle is a fine example of the famous Bedford County school of gunmaking. CONDITION: This rifle is generally in fine condition with the minor distraction of a period repair to the wrist utilizing two small brass plates running along the top of the wrist behind the tang. The original break at the wrist is hardly noticeable, and the plates appear to be placed as additional support to prevent further separation. The forward end of the trigger guard and the screw head have been tampered with and the German silver oval plate on the cheekpiece appears to be a replacement as there is no engraving on the plate.

ANTIQUE (7,000-9,000)

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Lot 100 RARE AMERICAN FOWLER BY GEORGE FONDERSMITH, STRASBURG, LANCASTER COUNTY, PA, c1810. Signed in script on the barrel, G. Fondersmith. 64” OA, 48” wrought octagonal to round iron barrel, 20ga. Flintlock may be a later replacement. This fowler has an original fowler-style brass trigger guard, buttplate, octagonal to round barrel, and no patchbox – all features found on the earliest American smoothbore hunting guns. The long full stock is plain maple. The early American fowler was the first type of shotgun utilized for hunting waterfowl and small game beginning in the first few decades of the colonial period - a style that continued up to the Civil War. Guns from any of the Fondersmith gunsmiths are rare. Although it is not in great collectible-level condition the gun is an ideal addition to the décor of an early American home. CONDITION: Extensive restoration and replacement of wood forward of the lock has been performed on the gun with other wood repairs made around the lock and the muzzle. Many areas of the surface show signs of restoration, the brass ram-rod pipes need repair/replacement, but all other original brass hardware is in good condition. ANTIQUE (1,000-2,000)

Lot 101 AMERICAN HALF STOCK RIFLE BY EAGLE GUN FACTORY, PHILADELPHIA, c1860. Barrel stamped, Eagle Gun Factory, percussion back lock, set triggers, stamped Jas. Golcher, Philadelphia. 46.5” OA, 30” octagonal steel barrel marked, A.A. Keim, 44cal. Walnut stock, checkered wrist, brass hardware, and nicely engraved lidded patchbox. A fancier muzzle loading target and hunting rifle from the sport shooting boom of the mid-late 1800s. CONDITION: Lock working.

The tang is split at the screw which leaves the barrel currently supported by the only barrel key. The breach plug or tang should be replaced/repaired, and the bore refreshed.

CONDITION: The forestock is cracked on the grain and the nose cap is loose. The bore is well worn, yet the finish of the stock and the brass hardware are in surprisingly good condition, leading one to believe this rifle was used primarily as a bench rest target gun with little field use. A good gunsmithing project for the hobbyist. ANTIQUE (400-800)

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Lot 102 FASCINATING AND PROBABLY UNIQUE J.N. SCOTTS OF ST. LOUIS VIERLING WITH CASE. SN. NVSN. Cal. 12gax12gax.38-55x.38-55.

Built with 29-1/2” damascus shotgun brls on sides and octagonal steel rifle brl on top and round rifle brl on bottom. Top brl with flip up rear sight and blade front sight. Bottoms of brls stamped with proof marks and “NOT FOR BALL”. Splinter forearm is full coverage checkered with small triangular ebony tip, engraved Deeley latch release, and iron. Very unusual large sidelock hammer receiver. Hammers with integral brl selector slide which slides up and down to hit the shotgun or rifle brls depending on what is needed. Sidelocks with about 30% scroll coverage and flying birds toward front with makers name “J.N. SCOTTS ST. LOUIS” at top. Hammers are lightly scroll engraved. Bottom of frame with light scroll engraving and ellipsis. Trigger guard with large bird in oval and scroll on bow. Gun made with 2 triggers, extractors, and hammers with fascinating adjustable strikers. Round knob walnut buttstock with carved teardrop behind receiver, fancy brass inlay on toeline, and terminates with its original lined horn buttplate. Gun is accompanied by an old leather leg-o-mutton case. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .730(R) .731(L) Bore Restriction: .033(R) .029(L).

LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Good. Brls with about half of their damascus pattern remaining. There is one significant dent in left tube 6 inches from muzzle. Checkering with forend mostly visible. Tip appears to be an old professional replacement. Frame has drifted to gray. Locks with about 30% of their original case color remaining. Buttstock with scattered impressions, old scratches, and checkering beginning to fill in. Buttplate is mostly sound with scratches and thinning on right side at heel. Shotgun bores with some pitting throughout. Rifle bore with some pitting ahead of chamber but mostly bright. Case is fair. A very interesting and exceedingly rare 4 brl gun made for the American market.

ANTIQUE. (2,500-5,500)

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Lot 103 BEAUTIFUL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION SPENCER OF LYNN 6 SHOT PEPPERBOX WITH CASE. SN. NVSN. Cal. .41 Smooth Bore(Approximately). Made with 3-3/4” casehardened and rotating brl which is proof stamped and muzzle engraved. Casehardened hammer is flourish engraved with fire blued safety slide. Brass frame is scroll engraved with “IMPROVED REVOLVING PISTOL” on right and “SPENCER, LYNN” on left. Nitre blued trigger and trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow. Finely checkered walnut grips with silver oval towards rear and has nicely engraved & casehardened steel butt with trap. Gun is 84

housed in what appears to be its original brass bound makers case with bullet mold, rosewood turn screws, percussion cap tin, fine original flask, and other accoutrement.

CONDITION: Remains in excellent all original condition. Brl with more than 90% beautiful original case color particularly bright and vivid in brl grooves, toned at high points. Hammer retains about 95% of its bright original case color. Frame is excellent with crisp engraving. Trigger guard retains more than 90% of its original blue. Butt cap with nearly all of its original case color. Stocks are crisp with excellent checkering. Case is very good with some staining. Lid beginning to warp. Accouterments show some limited wear. ANTIQUE. (3,000-4,500)

Lot 104 GOOD CASED PAIR OF BELGIAN EBONY STOCKED PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS BY A. JANSEN. NSN(both). Cal. 046 groove dia. Adolphe Jansen was working in Brussels between 1843-47 and is listed as a master gunmaker and held four patents for pistols and bullets. These very well made pistols have 9-3/4” blued octagon brls engraved “Ad Jansen Arqr du Roi a Bruxelles” on top flats. French gray breech plugs with nicely filed fences; breech irons with screw adjustable rear sights and island front spring locks with serpentine hammers along with remaining furniture are engraved with stylized shells, rose blossoms and scrolls. Stocks are ebony and have deeply fluted target grips and deep relief carving on fore pieces. They have no provisions for ramrods. Stocks attach to brls with single side bolts through oval steel escutcheons.

Pistols are housed in their original ebony veneered case with brass corners and central

medallion. Interior of lid is lined in blue velvet. Bottom compartment is French fitted with small openings lined in blue velvet offset by a platform of patterned brown leather.

Some original accessories are present including steel bullet mold, ebony loading rod, ebony handled nipple wrench, small pewter oil bottle and another metal loading rod.

CONDITION: Pistols are very fine. Brls retaining over 90% original blue. Other metal parts retain nearly all their original French gray, grip cap on one pistol shows cleaning to bright silver. Stocks have only a few minor marks in their original finish and show no cracks or losses. Bores are bright and shiny, locks are crisp. Case shows considerable wear marks and scratches along with loss of brass trim around top. There is also some loss of wood on two corners. Interior cloth in lid shows rubs and compressions. Bottom compartment shows partial collapse of platform with some breaks and cracks. Leather is still light in color. Accessories are generally good. ANTIQUE. (3,000-4,000) 85

Lot 105 CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS MARKED “LEPAGE A PARIS”. NSN. Cal. .50. The 9-1/4” swamped octagon brls are gold inlaid “CANNON DAMAS D’ACIER” within silver border on top flats (Damascus steel brls). Bottom of brls are stamped with the initials “HL”. Belgian proofs are on left flats. Patent breeches are attractively filed. Breech irons are scroll engraved and have integral rear sights. Small back spring island locks are engraved with large semi-relief shaded scroll which also appears on broad serpentine hammers with stylized dolphin heads. Each plate is engraved “LEPAGE A PARIS” in a scrolled banner. Furniture is iron, triggers are set, trigger plates have fancy large trident finials, trigger guards have finger spurs, domed grip caps are nicely engraved. Stocks with flared grips are of dense burl figured European Walnut. Grip “checkering” is of fish scale type and panels are bisected by a tapering line of relief carved stylized oak leaves and acorns. This arrangement also surrounds bottoms of grips. Fore pieces are relief carved with exceptional relief carved snarling lion heads. Pistols are housed in what appears to be their original case with brass corners, trim and central oval medallion with folding flush handle. This medallion 86

is engraved “Formerly” “The Property of ” “Napoleon 1 st” (as Napoleon died in prison in 1821 at about the time the percussion system was being developed, this attribution is obviously false). Case is lined in purple velvet. Bottom compartment is French fitted for pistols and accessories including: small brass powder flask with intricate checkered pattern by “BAP”, rosewood loading mallet, rosewood handled brass lead dipper, rosewood and bone handled turn screw, rosewood loading rod, rosewood cap box in the shape of a barrel, case hardened steel round ball mold, case hardened main spring vise and a brass oil bottle. Covered compartment contains ball puller and key which does operate lock. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. Brls retaining most of a good re-brown.

Other metal parts with newer case hardening color, engraving is somewhat softened.

Stocks are nicely re-polished and have a few subsequent marks. Carving has great look and patina. Bores are dark and lightly pitted throughout, Locks and triggers are good. Case has old oil refinish with a good number of subsequent marks. Interior cloth appears to be original and has some compressions and rubs. Accessories are generally very fine. ANTIQUE. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 106 CASED PAIR OF PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS BY F. P. LEPAGEMOUTIER OF PARIS. NSN. Cal. .48 groove dia. The 10-1/2” octagon brls of etched damascus are unmarked. All other metal parts are French gray. Patent breeches are engraved “1” & “2” on top of flats. Breech irons with scroll engraving along with 1 & 2 are fitted with integral “V” notch rear sights. Front spring island locks fitted with round bodied percussion hammers are also scroll engraved. Maker’s name is around the pivot of each hammer. Trigger plates have spear finials and triggers are set. Trigger guards with finger spurs are scroll engraved en-suite. Walnut stocks have deeply fluted target grips and steel grip caps. Relief scroll carving is on fore pieces and there is no provision for ramrods. Stocks attach to brls with single captive side bolts through oval silver escutcheons. Pistols are housed in their original mahogany case with German

silver central medallion engraved with monogram “HLK”. Interior is lined in blue velvet. Bottom compartment is French fitted for pistols and a good collection of original accessories including, steel bullet mold, rosewood loading hammer, brass bodied powder flask with horizontal charger at top, 2 rosewood loading rods, ebony handled nipple wrench and a pewter oil bottle. There are two covered compartments with ebony knobs that are empty. CONDITION: Very good to fine showing considerable use. Metal parts showing light cleaning overall to silver gray. Stocks show considerable wear along with light marks and dings to their original French polish finish. Bores are fine, shiny with some scattered frosting, locks are good. Set triggers are operable. Exterior of case shows some repairs and addition of finish. Interior cloth is very good to fine with compressions in lid. Bottom compartment is good, accessories are good. ANTIQUE. (2,500-4,000)

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Lot 107 TRULY EXTRAORDINARY BOSS & CO. 20 GAUGE GAME GUN OF RECENT MANUFACTURE WITH MAKER’S CASE. SN. 10145. Cal. 20ga. Proved in 1997 and made with 28” chopperlump brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Hand engraved rib address “BOSS & CO 13 DOVER STREET. PICCADILLY, LONDON. W.1.”. Small burst of scroll and ring of engraving on top of rib and at breech ends. Polished flats with proof stamps and bottom of brl tubes with SN stamped. Splinter forearm checkered in point and diamond pattern with scroll engraved Anson type push button release, escutcheon, and iron. Casehardened full sidelock action is beautifully rose and scroll engraved with 5 bouquets on each lock, makers name in banner towards front of lock, and gold inlaid indicators. Bottom of frame engraved en-suite with 6 floral bouquets and scroll. Blued top lever is scroll engraved, as is tang with “SAFE” inlaid in gold ahead of the engraved safety slide. Blued long tang trigger guard is rose and scroll engraved on bow and tang with SN in panel at center. Gun built with Boss single trigger, auto ejectors, auto safety, and disc strikers.

Gun is stocked with a particularly striking piece of well figured fancy European Walnut with carved teardrops behind locks, gold oval in toeline, and terminates with its original checkered butt. Gold oval with initials “D.E.D.”.

Housed in its factory original markers full leather case with maroon felt interior and markers trade label. Case has its original canvas cover as well. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(Both).

Bore Diameter: .613(Both). Bore Restriction: .004(R) .010(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 15-1/2”.

CONDITION: Extremely fine to near mint, showing very limited use and retaining nearly all factory original finishes throughout. Gun is extremely tight and crisp with brilliant shiny bores and excellent mechanics. Case is excellent to near mint with minor rubs. Simply put the most choice Boss we have had the privilege of offering to date. MODERN (40,000-60,000)

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Lot 108 DELIGHTFUL MODERN PRODUCTION HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL 20 BORE WITH CASE. SN. 40684. Cal. 20ga. Made in 1986 with 27” chopperlump brls that have plain concave game rib with small steel front bead. Tops of brls engraved “HOLLAND & HOLLAND” on right, “33 BRUTON STREET LONDON” on left. Rib with 1-1/2” acanthus engraving at breech end. Brls with side clips. Polished flats with provisional proofs for 3” chambers and assisted opening system in front of flat. Slim beavertail forend checkered in 5 point pattern with fully engraved Anson type push button release, diamond shaped escutcheon and iron. Beautiful hand detachable full sidelock receiver is full coverage relief acanthus leaf engraved.

Bottom of frame engraved and open panel “HOLLAND & HOLLAND LONDON”. Gold line cocking indicators and gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of safety slide. Single rolled edge trigger guard engraved en-suite with gold inlaid SN in banner at center of tang. Beautifully figured straight grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checkered in 2 point mullered border pattern, has engraved gold oval on toeline, and terminates with its

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original checkered butt. Gold oval engraved “E.A.S/17-7-85”. Stock with sweep on left side of comb for right handed shooter. Gun is housed in its factory original leather & felt makers case with accessories and original canvas cover. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(R) .027(L). Bore Diameter: .614(Both). Bore Restriction: .007(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-5/16”. DAH: 2”.

LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint. Retains virtually all factory original finishes throughout with only very minor handling marks noted. Bores are brilliant and shiny.

Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with minor rubs. Replacement cost from the maker on this gun is in well excess of $100,000 with a near 2 year wait. An absolutely fantastic highly optioned sub-gauge London Best. MODERN. (25,00045,000)

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Lot 109 PURDEY ACTION SYMES & WRIGHT 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. 0023. Cal. 16ga. Proved in 1991 and built for our consignor with 28” chopperlump brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Rib is engraved “SYMES & WRIGHT. 8 MONMOUTH PLACE LONDON” and has small wedge of scroll at breech end. Brl flats with proof info and bottom of tubes with SN stamped. Splinter forend checkered in point and diamond pattern with beautifully scroll engraved Anson push button release and rose & scroll engraved blued iron. Assisted opening full sidelock receiver is rose & scroll engraved with makers name gold inlaid at bottom of locks. Brl fences are beaded and engraved en-suite as is the top lever & top tang. “SAFE” inlaid in gold ahead of the blued and engraved safety slide. Bottom of frame is near full coverage fine rose & scroll engraved with “SYMES & WRIGHT/LONDON ENGLAND” at front of receiver. Blued left handed rolled edge trigger guard engraved with burst of scroll and inlaid “DED” at center of bow. Gold inlaid SN at center of long tang. Trigger plate signed by engraver “P.M. CASTIGLIONE III”. Gun made with SST, auto ejectors, assisted opener, and auto safety. Buttstock is a fabulously figured piece of European Walnut with carved teardrop behind sidelocks, is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with beautifully scroll engraved & casehardened heel & toe clips. Stock is cast slightly on. Gun is housed in its makers full oak & leather brass bound case with makers brass accessories and single turnscrew. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 15oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .032(Both). Bore Diameter: .660(Both). Bore Restriction: .010(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 15-1/2”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as lightly field used. Brls retain more than 98% of their original blue. Forearm is excellent and sound with

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minor handling marks. About half of the original blue remains on the forearm iron. Locks and frame retain about 95% of their original case color. Trigger guard with rolled edge wear and thinning at grip. Buttstock is excellent and sound a retains nearly all of its original finished with some handling marks. Case is excellent with minor rubs. An absolutely wonderful gun by one of London’s bespoke makers. MODERN. (20,000-30,000)

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Lot 110 FINE JAMES PURDEY 16 GAUGE SELF OPENING GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 21687. Cal. 16ga. Made in 1919 with 28” Whitworth fluid steel brls that have concave top rib with twin brass beads. Rib is engraved with burst of scroll at breech end and “J. PURDEY & SONS AUDLEY HOUSE, SOUTH AUDLEY STREET, LONDON MADE OF SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH’S FLUID PRESSED STEEL”. Brl flats show reproof in 2003 with 70mm chambers and 900 bar proof. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with scroll engraved Anson type push button release and floral engraved iron. Casehardened full sidelock receiver is beautifully rose and scroll engraved in about 80% coverage. Blued top lever and top tang are rose and scroll engraved with “SAFE” in gold ahead of the safety slide. Beaded brl fences. Blued long tang trigger guard is scroll engraved on bow & tang with SN at center. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, self opening system, auto safety. Mounted with a well figured European Walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks which is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, has gold oval on toe, and terminates with a black leather covered pad. Housed in a period oak and leather case with reproduction makers trade label. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(Both). Bore Diameter: .665(Both). Bore Restriction:

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.009(R) .025(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as competently and properly restored, most likely at the 2003 London reproof. Metal parts with more than 97% proper London Best Quality finishes throughout. Buttstock and forend are near perfect, makers quality replacements, and retain nearly all of their hand rubbed custom finish with only minor handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny.

Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with some rubs and leather drying. Interior shows some minor soiling. A dandy 16 gauge Purdey which can be used for many generations to come. C&R. (17,500-27,500)

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Lot 111 DESIRABLE JOHN RIGBY BISSELL PATENT RISING BITE BEST SIDELOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 17024.

Cal. 12ga. Made in 1930 with 30” Chopper lump brls that are engraved in English script “JNO RIGBY & CO. 72. ST. JAMES’S STREET. LONDON” on concave game rib, with elongated rising bite extension. Brl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2” cham, SN, and Rigby “RR” trademarks.

Casehardened, Rigby-style, sidelock action with dipped lockplates, features automatic safety (“SAFE” in gold), Bissell patent rising bite third fastener and double triggers. Watertable and standing breech are stamped with SN and Rigby patents and trademarks. Action and lockplates are adorned with variegated, well cut, shaded foliate scrollwork. Fences have classic Rigby acanthus leaf carving. Maker’s legend is on front of each lockplate. Scroll engraved top lever and trigger guard are blued. SN on trigger guard tang. Richly marbled dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8” over brown leather-covered pad. Stock features elongated drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders, vacant silver circle on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has front pivoting release with “RIGBY’S PATENT”. Iron has Rigby trademark, and is fitted with adjustment nut to make ejectors function as extractors. Gun is housed in makers leather case lined in scarlet cloth, and has “King Street” Rigby trade and instruction labels in lid. Contains 2-pc ebony cleaning rod with period accessories, morocco leather wallet with pull-through cleaner, “BB” linen patches, nickel plated snap caps and 12ga leather hand guard. WEIGHT: 6lbs.

7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .022(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .729(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .010(R) .016(L). DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-3/8”. Cast Off: 3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent, as refreshed, most likely by the factory during period of use. Brls are in-proof, retaining 95%+ of a fine re-black, engraving still strong. Action retains 80%+ hardening color, nicely silvered on fences and beads. Top lever and trigger guard retain most of their blue, with engraving somewhat softened. Stocks retain most of a fine old oil refinish, checkering nicely re-cut with scattered very light handling marks.

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Pad is more recent. Action is ever so slightly loose. Bores are excellent, barrels ring true. Screws are excellent. Ejectors in time. Case leather is good with numerous rubs and marks, especially on corners, which have rubbed through. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is good, with some insect damage, and soiling from contact with gun. C&R. PROVENANCE: Between 1879-1910 approximately 1,000 guns and rifles were built using the Rigby Bissell patent action (1141 of 1879). Rigby described the action as their ‘vertical bolt’ but it’s better known as the ‘Rising Bite.’ It was the basis for Best guns and was renowned for its strength, but the cost of the hand fitting required for manufacture was likely the reason Rigby switched to the ‘screw grip’ just before World War I. Accompanied by a factory record transcript which shows order 26 Aug, 1903 by J.B.L. Stilwell as a Best top lever vertical bolt hammerless 12 ga with 30” steel brls and weighing 6 lbs 8 oz.. Lt. Colonel John Bernard Lethbridge Stilwelll (18731945) saw service with British Army Territorial Force (4th) Battalion Hampshire Regiment (1906-1936). In private life as a prominent London Banker with the Family firm, STILWELL & SONS. (7,000-10,000)

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Lot 112 BEAUTIFUL FLOHIMONT ENGRAVED HOLLAND & HOLLAND SPORTING MODEL 12 BORE SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. 50548. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1994 with 30” steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib with small steel front bead. Brl lumps engraved “HOLLAND & HOLLAND, LONDON”. Brl flats with proof info. Slim walnut forend checkered in point pattern with Anson type push button release and engraved escutcheon & iron. Sideplated trigger plate action is beautifully near full coverage vine scroll engraved with makers name in banner at front on sides. Bottom of frame engraved en-suite with panel engraved “THE SPORTING MODEL”. Sides of frame are reinforced and bolsters are beaded. Top lever and top tang are engraved en-suite with large relief “S” ahead of the safety slide. Trigger guard and trigger plate engraved en-suite with SN at top of bow. Engravers signature found on right side of trigger plate “FLOHIMONT”. Churchill gripped highly figured European Walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with a two-tone hard rubber butt. There is a gold oval at the toeline. Gun is housed in its original maker’s full leather case with nickel plated accessories and choke tubes. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .724(B) .726(T). Bore Restriction: Tubes. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Extremely fine showing limited used. Retaining nearly all original finishes throughout with only minor light handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with some minor rubs. A really lovely and useful Holland which will tolerate any modern shot in the world. MODERN. (20,000-30,000)

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Lot 113 BEAUTIFUL JOHN RIGBY & CO. SUB-GAUGE TWO BARREL SET O/U WITH CASE. SN. 4007. Cal. 410 & 28ga. Brl Set 1-Made with 27-1/8” brls that have low profile matted ventilated top rib with twin brass beads. Brls gold inlaid on sides “J RIGBY & CO” on left, “410GA” on right. Polished flats with SN and stamped “1”. Brl Set 2-Same as Set 1 except in 28ga and SN “4007” stamped on the polished flats. Both sets with identical matching point pattern checkered forends that have fully engraved and blued escutcheons and Anson push button releases. Small full sidelock receiver is full coverage relief and floral scroll engraved. Both locks with panel and gold inlaid “J RIGBY & CO.”. Bottom frame with double sculpted ellipsis. Blued long tang trigger guard engraved en-suite with gold inlaid initials “EAS” on bow. Top lever and safety slide also engraved en-suite, all of which was done by Leonello Sabatti and signed by him ahead of the trigger guard. Gun made with blued single trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Beautifully figured Claro Walnut buttstock is checkered in mullered border 2 point pattern and terminates with its original thin brown leather covered pad. Accompanied by makers “Care And Feeding” letter to original purchaser dated 8/24/04 along with copies of original invoice. Gun is housed in its custom 2 brl set Americase with original owner’s name below the makers name. Gun is also accompanied by a second Naugahyde brown leatherette 2 brl set case with makers logo on top. SET 1: Weight: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .413(B) .411(T). Bore Restriction: .011(B) .028(T). SET 2: Weight: 6lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .548(B) .547(T) Bore Restriction: .013(B). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-7/8”. Cast: Slightly Off. CONDITION: Extremely fine appears factory test fired only and retain virtually all original finishes throughout. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Cases are both excellent with minor rubs and beginning fraying. MODERN. (12,500-17,500)

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Lot 114 SUPERB BOSS & COMPANY ASSISTED OPENING 12 GAUGE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 8942. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1953 with 27” fluid steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small steel front bead. Right brl engraved on top “BOSS & CO.”, left brl “41 ALBERMARLE STREET PICADILLY LONDON MADE IN ENGLAND”. There is a small ring of engraving at breech ends of brls. Brls are of chopper lump construction and the polished brl flats show proof stamps, bottom of tubes with SN stamped.

Splinter forearm is checkered in point pattern with near full coverage scroll engraved Anson type push button release, escutcheon, and blued iron. Internal components appear factory gold washed. Casehardened sidelock receiver is beautifully engraved in multi-bouquet rose and scroll pattern with “BOSS & CO.” towards front of locks. Gold line cocking indicators. Beaded brl fences are finely rose and scroll engraved as is the blued top lever and top tang. “SAFE” inlaid in gold ahead of the scroll engraved safety slide. Bottom of receiver with sculpting on sides and is beautifully rose and scroll engraved in about 90% coverage. Gun made with bushed strikers, gold plated double triggers, and other internal components. Blued rolled edge trigger guard is finely rose and scroll engraved on bow. SN towards rear of tang in shaded panel. Buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks, is checkered in mullered border 2 point pattern through the round knob grip and terminates with its original checkered horn buttplate. On the toeline there is a beautifully engraved gold oval with woodcock in flight at center, which is engraved “FRANK GEORGE BARNARD”. Stock is of very pretty, nicely figured English Walnut. Gun is housed in what appears to be its original full leather makers case with maroon felt interior. Case with makers trade label on top and accessories included oil bottle, A&F gun cleaning patches, and period jags included. Top of case embossed in black “FGB”. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .026(Both). Bore Diameter: .729(Both). Bore Restriction: .006(Both). DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: “. LOP: 147/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as well cared for, lightly field used, and appears all original. Brls retain 97% of their original blue with some thinning at carry point and light scratches on right brl above forearm. Frame retains nearly all of its beautiful vivid original case color with some silvering starting on high points. Trigger guard with most of its original blued on bow, toned at tang. Stocks are excellent and sound with only scattered light handling marks. Gold plating has mostly flaked on triggers and internals. Bores are brilliant and shiny.

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James Woodward & Sons was often referred to as “the gun maker’s gun maker.” They were established in 1874 and purchased by James Purdey & Son in 1948.

Lot 115 SCARCE JAMES WOODWARD & SONS 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 5814. Cal. 12ga. Built with 29” Whitworth fluid steel brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Remnants of gold inlaid “1” at breech end and maker’s name partially visible on rib. Brl flats with proof stamps and bottoms of tubes with SN and makers proof stamps. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern with fully engraved Anson push button release and iron. Push button with gold inlaid “1”. Full sidelock receiver is nicely scroll engraved with gold cocking indicators and makers name towards front of locks. Bottom of frame is beautifully scroll engraved and has “WOODWARD’S SINGLE TRIGGER” in relief panel ahead of trigger plate.

Arcaded fences are scroll engraved. Blued top lever with gold inlaid “1” at center and top tang is scroll engraved with gold inlaid relief “SAFE” in front of the “T” shaped safety slide. Blued long tang trigger guard is nicely scroll engraved on bow and at tang

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with SN in relief at center. Nicely figured walnut straight grip buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with its original point pattern checkered HRBP. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 5oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(Both). Bore Diameter: .731(Both). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .004(L).

DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 13-1/4”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as period serviced. Brls retain nearly all of a modern rust blued finish. Rib inscription is quite faint. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as restored and retain most of their custom hand rubber finish with scattered minor handling marks. Frame has drifted to gray. Trigger guard with most of a professionally restored blue. Bores are bright and shiny with some minor orange peel ahead of chambers. Mechanics are excellent. A great lightweight walk up pheasant gun. C&R. (4,500-6,500)

It is exciting to note that Winston Churchill owned a pair of Woodward automatics.

Lot 116 SCARCE JAMES WOODWARD & SONS “THE AUTOMATIC” 12 BORE GAME GUN. SN. 3712. Cal. 12ga. Made with 30” Whitworth fluid steel brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Rib legend is difficult to discern though there is a gold inlaid “2” at breech end. Brl flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm is checkered in point pattern with engraved Anson push button release and iron. Automatic sidelock receiver is beautifully scroll engraved with maker’s name at front of lock “J. WOODWARD & SON”. Gold inlaid cocking indicators. Bottom of frame engraved “THE AUTOMATIC WOODWARD’S PATENT”.

Bottom of frame with about 80% scroll coverage around the trigger plate and carved ellipsis. Brl fences are scroll engraved with beautiful relief floral carving. Top tang is near full coverage scroll engraved and has gold inlaid “2” & “BOLTED” ahead of the “T” shaped safety slide. Woodward’s automatic thumb push lever is blued and scroll engraved, as is the long tang trigger guard with SN in relief at center. Nicely figured English walnut straight grip buttstock has carved teardrops behind locks, gold oval on toeline, and terminates with a modern Pachmayr white lined solid red pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .021(Both). Bore Diameter: .739(R) .740(L). Bore Restriction: .005(R) .007(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Very good. Brls retain nearly all of an older rust blue finish. Rib legend is difficult to discern. Buttstock and forearm are sound with scattered impressions and retain most of an older restored finish. Frame has drifted to mostly gray with engraving still clear and very good overall. Pad is supple. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. ANTIQUE. (3,500-5,500) 103

Lot 117 COGSWELL & HARRISON PRIMIC GRADE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 56833. Cal. 12ga.

2-5/8”. According to factory “Certificate of Origin” this gun was finished in February of 1934 to pair with gun # 56730 for Admiral B. Wake. It has 30” Arcus steel chopper lump brls. Maker’s name and address along with “PRIMIC” are on narrow game rib. (The Primic was a quality grade sidelock gun). Brl flats are stamped with London nitro proof for 2-1/2” chambers. Brls are fitted with “Avant Tout” ejector springs.

Casehardened sidelock action features hand detachable locks, automatic safety (“SAFE” inlaid in gold) and double triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage varying size scroll with rose bouquet highlights.

Maker’s name is on each lockplate. Scroll engraved top lever, floorplate, trigger plate and trigger guard are blued. SN is on trigger guard tang. Straight grip buttstock of lightly burl figured and streaked European walnut measures 14-1/4” over Silver type pad. Point pattern checkering is behind drop points at grip and a vacant gold oval is on toeline. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson type release. Gun is housed in its original leather case with brass corners. The initials “J.F.D.” are on central rectangle. (Certificate of Origin states the gun was sold in 1947 to J. Duff ). The case is lined in burgundy cloth. A paper Cogswell & Harrison label is in lid. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 8oz. Bore Diameter: .723(R) .733(L). Bore Restriction: .014(R) .028(L) (Mod/Imp Mod). Wall Thickness: .028(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 1-15/16”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Very fine with stock refinish.

Brls retaining over 90% original blue. Action and lockplates with about 70% original color. Stocks with oil refinish, checkering re-cut, newer pad. Drop points show wear. Bores are bright with some light scattered pits, mostly in left brl. There is some minor light denting on sides of both brls about 12” from breech end. Action is tight, mechanically good, ejectors in time. C&R. PROVENANCE: 1934 Admiral B. Wake. 1947 J.Duff. 2002 Eugene Cook. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 118 DIMINUTIVE J. & W. TOLLEY 410 BORE HAMMER SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. 99765. Cal. 410 Bore. Built with 26” blued steel brls that have narrow concave top rib with small brass front bead. Rib engraved “J. & W. TOLLEY BIRMINGHAM” on top. Brl flats with 3” chamber nitro proof stamps. Small splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved steel tip, diamond shaped escutcheon, and iron.

Small size sidelock hammer receiver is lightly scroll and line border engraved in about 30% coverage. Blued trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at rear of tang. Gun made with double triggers and extractors. Round knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern, has nickel oval on toe, and terminates with its original lined butt.

Gun is housed in a modern yellow canvas and brown leather appointed case with maroon felt interior. WEIGHT: 4lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .414(Both). Bore Restriction: .006(R) .026(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Brls retain 85% of a period restored proper rust blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and sound as professionally and competently restores with minor light handling marks. Locks have 20-30% light case color remaining.

Bores are mostly bright and shiny with some light pits ahead of right chamber and some stubborn fowling.

Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with some rubs. A previous owner used this cute little 410 to win the 2021 410 Bore Hammer Gun Competition at Rock Mountain Sporting Clays Club. ANTIQUE. (4,500-6,500)

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Lot 119 BEAUTIFUL HIGH CONDITION W & C SCOTT AND SON “BOGARDUS CLUB GUN” IN 12 BORE WITH CASE. SN. 37443. Cal. 12ga.

Made with 30” fine damascus brls that have plain concave top rib with small brass bead.

Rib engraved “W. & C. SCOTT & SON BOGARDUS CLUB GUN MAKERS & PATENTEES. LONDON”. Rib with scroll engraved doll’s head extension and breech end of brls with small ring of engraving. Bottoms of brl tubes with SN & proof marks.

Small splinter forend is nicely flat top checkered with fully scroll engraved latch release. Hammer sidelock receiver is beautifully engraved with swan on left, burst of scroll on right at rear portion, maker’s name toward front of lock. Brl fences are full coverage scroll engraved which extends onto the polish blued top lever. Bottom of frame with wispy border engraving and trigger plate is near full coverage scroll engraved. Blued trigger guard with line border on bow, SN at tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern, has brass oval on toeline, and terminates with its original checkered horn BP. Gun is housed in a contemporary full leather with green felt interior truck case with maker’s trade label on top. Accompanied by a packet of information on Captain A.H. Bogardus. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-5/8”. Min. Wall Thickness: .032(Both).

Bore Diameter: .726(Both). Bore Restriction: .027(Both). DAC: 1-7/8”. DAH: 3”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Beautiful and original with no apologies necessary! Brls with 95% bold original damascus pattern. Stocks are excellent with minor handling marks and have had some finish added toward rear portion for preservation. Frame with about 70% vivid original case color. Locks retain nearly all of their bold original color. Trigger guard with more than 70% original blue on bow, toning towards tang with about 1/3 remaining towards rear portion. Bores are quite bright and shiny with hints of beginning orange peel. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with some rubs and leather crackling.

Difficult to improve upon the quality and condition of this fine hammer gun.

ANTIQUE. (2,5003,500)

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Lot 120 GORGEOUS BEST QUALITY E.J. CHURCHILL 12 GAUGE HAMMER GUN. SN. 487. Cal.12ga. Built in 1873 as a driven shooting gun it now has 30” fluid steel brls with matted concave top rib and small white front bead. Tops of brls engraved “E.J. CHURCHILL GUN & RIFLE MANUFACTURER” on right and “8 AGAR ST STRAND. LONDON. WC” on left. Splinter forearm with engraved Anson push button type release and engraved iron. Sidelock hammer receiver is beautifully full coverage scroll engraved with maker’s name in banner on both sides at front of lock. Trigger plate is also beautifully scroll engraved as is the long tang trigger guard, SN at center. Gun made with double triggers and extractors.

Beautifully fiddleback figured walnut buttstock has carved teardrop behind locks, is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with a checkered butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Both). Bore Diameter: .727(Both). Bore Restriction: .003(R) .030(L). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-11/16”.

CONDITION: Excellent. Circa 1900 steel brls are most certainly factory and retain more than 95% of their original plum brl blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as professionally restored with crisp checkering and some finish added for preservation. Buttstock has a very tiny chip behind left lock but is overall excellent and otherwise sound. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. This is an outstanding example of early 1870’s best quality workmanship from London which can be used and celebrated for generations to come. ANTIQUE. (2,500-4,000)

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Lot 121 TRUE PAIR OF WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 700 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 144474 & 144475. Gun 1- built with 28” brls that have concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brl flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved Anson push button release and blued iron. Boxlock receiver is casehardened with scroll on sides and maker’s name. Blued trigger plate with light scroll engraving. Blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Lightly figured walnut butt checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has brass oval on toeline, and terminates with a thin red Silver’s pad. Gun 2 same as Gun 1. Gun 1-WEIGHT: 6lbs.

8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .727(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .013(R)

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.031(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-7/8”. Gun 2-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham.

Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .726(R) .727(L). Bore Restriction: .011(R) .029(L).

DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Gun 1- Excellent as lightly field used. Metal surfaces retain nearly all original finishes throughout. Forend with small sliver missing at muzzle on left side and tiny chip at breech ends. Buttstock is very good with expert repair through the wrist and retains most of its original finish which is drying and dull towards butt. Gun 2- Shows very little use and retains nearly all original finishes throughout. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

MODERN. (4,000-6,000)

Lot 122 HANDSOME TRUE PAIR OF W.W. GREENER MODEL FH70 GAME GUNS WITH ORIGINAL MAKER’S CASE. SN. 68456 & 68457. Cal. 12ga. Gun 1 made with 26” fluid steel brls that have plain concave top rib and small brass front bead. Makers name and address hand engraved on rib and burst of scroll on tops of brls on breech ends as well as gold inlaid “1”. Polished flats with proof stamps. Splinter forend with scroll engraved iron, gold inlaid “1” at center of Deeley latch, horn tip, and is checkered in point pattern. Casehardened scalloped receiver is nicely scroll and floral engraved in about 75% coverage. Makers name in banner on sides. Sculpted fences, top tang, and top of frame are scroll engraved. Blued top lever with gold inlaid “1” at center. Blued long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at center of tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, gold & engraved side safety, and Greener crossbolt locking mechanism. Nicely figured walnut buttstock with inlaid diamonds behind receiver is checkered in point pattern, has silver oval engraved “W.D.”, and terminates with its original lined horn buttplate. Gun 2- same as Gun 1. Both guns housed in their original makers trunk take down full leather case with green felt interior and makers trade label on top. Gun 1-WEIGHT: 5lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(R) .024(L). Bore Diameter: .735(R) .737(L). Bore Restriction: .010(R) .024(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”.

Gun 2-WEIGHT: 5lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(Both). Bore Diameter: .731(R) .733(L). Bore Restriction: .009(R) .019(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as partially restored. Both guns with professionally restored brl blue and stock finishes. Frames with about 40% original color. Trigger guard both retaining about half of what appears to be their original blue. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good to excellent for its age with some minor rubs and losses.

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Lot 123 HANDY JOHN DICKSON & SON 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 7620-1. Cal. 12ga. Built with 27” brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Makers name and address on top rib and small ring of engraving at breech end. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved Anson type push button release and blued iron. Boxlock receiver is lightly scroll engraved with maker’s name in banner at center. Blued trigger plate with light scroll engraving. Blued trigger guard with light border engraving on bow, SN at tang. Nicely fiddleback figured walnut butt checkered in 2 point pattern, has silver oval on toeline, and terminates with a thin work case red pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .031(Both). Bore Diameter: .728(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .005(R) .020(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brls retain about 90% of what appears to be their original blue with an area of thinning at grip on right tube. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with light handling marks and impressions and some finish added. Rear portion of butt toned a bit red-ish Frame with about 75% of its original color. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (3,500-5,500)

Lot 124 HANDY E.J. CHURCHILL 12 BORE XXV GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 2903-1. Cal. 12ga. Built with 25” steel bls that have concave top rob and small brass front bead. Rear portion of rib with gold inlaid “XXV” and scroll wedge. Tops of brls engraved with maker’s name and address. Brl flats with nitro proof stamps. Small Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with engraved push button release and iron. Boxlock receiver with bursts of flowers, scroll engraving, and maker’s name in banner at center on side. Fences are beaded and rose & scroll engraved. Blued trigger plate with small gold inlaid “XXV” and engraved “UTILITY MODEL” all surrounded by scroll engraving. Gold inlaid “SAFE” ahead of the blued safety slide. Blued long tang trigger guard with bouquet and scroll on bow, SN at tang. Lightly figured straight grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original checkered butt. Gun is housed in a period green canvas Brady case which may be original to this gun. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 0oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(R) .023(L). Bore Diameter: .734(Both). Bore Restriction: .011(R) .015(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Excellent as partially restored. Brls retain most of their restored rust blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as professionally restored with scattered light subsequent handling marks. Frame has drifted to gray. Trigger plate, trigger guard, and top lever are excellent as restored. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is good and sound with scrapes and staining. C&R. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 125 GOOD QUALITY STEPHEN GRANT 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 7840-1. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” Whitworth fluid steel brls that have concave top rib and small brass front bead. Makers name & address on rear portion of rib and gold inlaid “2”. Polished brl flats with nitro proof stamps.

Splinter forend checkered in point pattern with engraved Anson push button release and iron.

Tip with large gold inlaid “2”. Full sidelock receiver is nicely scroll engraved with maker’s name at front of locks. Carved fences, toplever, and top tang are scroll engraved, lever with gold inlaid “2”, and tang with gold inlaid “SAFE”. Beaded ellipsis on bottom of frame which is nicely scroll engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with open scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Lightly figured straight grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks, silver oval on toeline, and terminates with an aging black leather cover pad. Gun is housed in a full leather brass appointed maker’s case- originally for gun number 5072 from this maker. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(Both). Bore Diameter: .732(Both). Bore Restriction: .008(R) .011(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished.

Brls retain about 90% of an older rust blue finish some light speckling at muzzle end on left tube and thinning at grip area. Stocks are excellent as competently refinished with subsequent handling marks and impressions. Frame has been polished mostly bright. Trigger guard and top lever restored. Bores are mostly bright and shiny with some stubborn fowling which should clean to bright. Mechanics are excellent though hinge has a hint of looseness. Case is very good with scrapes and minor losses. C&R. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 126 HANDSOME FULL SIDELOCK CHARLES HELLIS 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 3939-1. Cal. 12ga.

Built with 26” fluid steel brls that have narrow concave top rib with small brass front bead. Makers name & address on top rib and rear portion of rib with scroll and gold inlaid “1”. Polished flats with nitro proof stamps. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with scroll engraved with Anson push button release and iron. Forearm tip with gold inlaid “1”. Full sidelock receiver is nicely open scroll engraved with maker’s name at front of locks. Fences are scroll engraved and top lever with gold inlaid “1” at center, top tang with gold “SAFE”. Bottom of frame is near full coverage open scroll engraved. Rolled edge long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety, hidden third fastener. Straight grip walnut buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checkered in point pattern and terminates with a checkered butt. Gun is housed in a period green canvas Brady case with maroon felt interior. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .733(R) .732(L). Bore Restriction: .005(R) .038(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good as period serviced and subsequently used. Brls retain most of their period rust blue. Forearm is original and restored with finish added. Frame and locks have drifted to gray as has trigger guard. Professional replacement buttstock is excellent with minor handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with scrapes and rubs. C&R. (3,000-5,000)

Lot 127 FINE WILLIAM EVANS FROM PURDEY’S HIGH GRADE BOXLOCK 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 7314-1. Cal.12ga. Built with 30” brls that have concave top rib with small steel front bead. Rib with gold inlaid “1” at breech end and maker’s name and address engraved. Brl flats with proof stamps. Splinter forend with nicely scroll engraved Anson push button release and iron. Boxlock receiver is near full coverage fine scroll engraved with maker’s name at center. Fences are fabulously fern leaf carved and scroll engraved. Blued top lever with gold inlaid “1” at center. Top tang with gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of slide is nicely scroll engraved. Blued trigger guard with “1” at center and scroll engraved with SN at center of long tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Straight grip buttstock with carved teardrop behind receiver is checkered in 2 point pattern, has brass oval on toeline, and terminates with scroll engraved heel and toe plates. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(R) .025(L). Bore Diameter: .731(Both). Bore Restriction: .002(R) .020(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-5/8”. LOP: 15-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good as field used and partially restored. Brls with 90-95% professionally restored rust blue. Rib legend is soft. Forearm with scattered impressions and small repair towards muzzle end on right side. Frame with about half of its original case color. Trigger plate with nearly all of its restored blue. Trigger guard with most of its refurbished blue. Expert replacement buttstock is excellent with scattered light impressions and handling marks. Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 128 USEFUL JOSEPH LANG & SON 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 15192. Cal. 12ga.

Made with 28” Whitworth steel brls that have concave top rib and small white front bead. Polished flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm with lightly engraved blued Anson push button release and iron. Plain finish full sidelock model with light border engraving throughout. Fences are beaded.

Long tang blued trigger guard with light border engraving on bow and SN at tang. Gun made with single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern with brass oval on toeline and terminates with a checkered butt. Housed in a green canvas maker’s case with maroon felt interior. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .731(Both). Bore Restriction: .014(R) .027(L).

DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as probably refurbished in Italy mid-20th century and retaining most of those refurbished finishes throughout.

Case is very good with scrapes and rubs. C&R. (2,500-3,500)

Lot 129 HEAVY PROOF W.W. GREENER “GRADE D.25.” 12 BORE SHOTGUN. SN. 65546. Cal 12ga. Built in the mid 20’s with 30” steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Polished flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm with triangular horn tip. Blued Deeley latch release and iron is checkered in point pattern. Boxlock receiver with maker’s name on sides. Blued trigger plate and Greener crossbolt. Blued long tang trigger guard with SN at center, grade at tip. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto side safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern, has silver oval on toeline, and terminates with a 1-1/2” reasonably well matching walnut extension an checkered butt. Toeline with plug sling swivel hole and bottom rib with same. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .743(R) .745(L). Bore Restriction: .013(R) .042(L). DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 14-13/16”.

CONDITION: Very good as refurbished. Brls with most of their refurbished rust blue. Buttstock and forearm are sound as refurbished with subsequent scattered light handling marks throughout. Frame has been polished bright. Trigger plate and guard re-blued as well as forend iron. Bores are mostly bright, left tube with dent about 6” ahead of the forend.

Mechanics are fine. A very durable pigeon gun. C&R. (1,000-2,000)

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Lot 130 W. & C. SCOTT MONTE CARLO B 12 GAUGE WITH CASE. SN. 103120. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1924 with 28-5/8” steel brls that have flat filed cut tapered top rib with small brass front bead. Top of right brl engraved “W & C. SCOTT & SON, THE MONTE CARLO B.” on right, “LONDON & BIRMINGHAM. SCOTT’S IMPROVED BOLT.” on left. Brls with small ring of engraving at breech end and with side clips. Brl flats with nitro proof stamps and bottoms of brl tubes with SN stamped. Splinter forearm is near full coverage checkered in point pattern with lightly scroll engraved Anson push button release and iron. Pigeon and scroll engraved lockplates with makers name towards bottom on both sides.

Bottom of frame with about 50% scroll coverage, brl bolsters are scroll engraved, have side clips, and third bolt fastener. Blue trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Firing pins with gas releases. Walnut capped pistol grip buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks, checkered in 2 point pattern, unengraved silver oval towards toe, and terminates with a lined horn buttplate with engraved screws. Gun is housed in an early full leather case with blue-green felt interior. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Rt) .030(L). Bore Diameter: .737(Rt) .733(L). Bore Restriction: .003(Rt) .028(L). DAC: 1-5/8”.

DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 13-7/8”. CONDITION: Good to very good as partially refurbished. Brls with about 97% of their refurbished blue. Engraving has thinned a bit. Buttstock and forearm are very good to excellent as restored with subsequent scattered handling marks and retain more than 90% of their restored hand rubbed finish. Frame and locks are gray with some staining and very light oxidation. Trigger guard has drifted to gray with engraving thinned a bit. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. Case is good with corners separating and leather drying. C&R. (1,000-2,000)

Lot 131 SCARCE W. & C. SCOTT 20 GAUGE MONTE CARLO B WITH CASE. SN. 79906 Cal. 20ga. Made in 1911 with 26” steel brls that have matted tapered top rib with small brass front bead. Top of right brl engraved “W & C. SCOTT & SON MAKERS, THE MONTE CARLO B.” on right, “73 SHAFTESBURY AVENUE LONDON ENGLISH SCOTTS IMPROVED BOLT.” on left. Brl flats with nitro proof stamps and bottoms of brl tubes with SN stamped and “SPECIAL STEEL B.” hand engraved. Splinter forearm is near full coverage checkered in point pattern with lightly scroll engraved Anson push button release and iron. Pigeon and scroll engraved lockplates with makers name towards bottom on both sides. Bottom of frame with about 50% scroll coverage and brl bolsters are scroll engraved. Third bolt fastener. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Firing pins with gas releases. Walnut ball gripped buttstock with carved teardrops behind locks appears to be mid restoration and devoid of checkering, terminates with a lined horn buttplate. Gun is housed in period oak and leather case with name “A. GREEN” embossed on top and W.W. Greener trade label on interior of top lid. Case interior is green felt. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(Rt) .028(L).

Bore Diameter: .616(Both). Bore Restriction: .027(Rt) .030(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Fair and in need of continued restoration. Brls with some blue remaining and in need of proper striking. There is some oxidation towards muzzles. Forend with checkering mostly visible and no finish remaining. Frame has drifted to silver. Trigger guard is silver with replaced tang screw. Buttstock is mid repair with evidence of a clean break emanating from the sides of the top tang to the rear of bottom have been epoxied but not yet finished. Buttplate is slightly under sized and filler is found at toe and where stock oval is found. Case is good with leather staining and scrapes. Bores with scattered orange peel, beginning pin prick pitting, a few repairs dents noted. Ejectors are slightly out of time and gun is loose at the hinge with forend off and a hint of looseness when forend is attached. C&R. (1,000-1,500) 114

Lot 132 AN AFRICAN BIG GAME HUNTER’S LIBRARY. This lot includes approximately 18 books on hunting in Africa, including-Horned Death, Burger. Karamojo Safari, Bell. The Forest and The Plain, Copy #220, Batton & Darro.

Horn of the Hunter, Ruark. Safari Rifles, Boddington. The Formittable Game, Darro. Gamer in the Desert Revisited, O’Connor. Second Wheel, Allen. Jungle Lore, Corbett. Man-Eaters of Kumaon, Corbett. My India, Corbett. Tanzania Safaris, Herne #416. Kambaku, Manners #84. The Temple Tiger, Corbett. The Man Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag, Corbett. First Wheel, Allen #264. A White Hunter’s Life, MacLagan #264. The Last Book, O’Connor. CONDITION: Good to excellent. Interested parties peruse this lot in detail. (200-300)

Lot 133 BOOK GROUPING FOR AN AMERICAN HUNTER. This lot includes approximately 13 books by noted authors including Elmer Keith, Rutledge Henderson Roush, Batten and others on topics including bear, sheep, Bob White quail, turkey, deer hunting, and other topics. Several are limited edition. CONDITION: Good to excellent.

Interested parties should peruse this lot for additional information. (200-300)

Lot 134 SPORTING GUN REFERENCE BOOK COLLECTION. This lot includes approximately 19 books covering Colt, Winchester, Parker, L.C. Smith. Also included are Randall Knives, engraving books and duck decoy reference books. CONDITION: Good to excellent. Interested parties should peruse this lot for further information. (200-300)

Lot 135 RARE PERIOD OAK AND LEATHER JAMES WOODWARD & SONS TWO GUN CASE. Brown leather with brass appointments. Interior with red felt and oak trim. Top of case with initials “H.F. SMITH” at center. Interior of case with makers trade label and “THE AUTOMATIC” trade label. Left side of case with maker’s label remaining. Case will take two 12ga guns with 28” brls. Length: 35-1/2”. Width 13-1/2”. Height: 4”. CONDITION: Above average. Leather shows scrapes and impressions with straps crackling. Interior with some soiling and minor losses but mostly intact.

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Lot 136 STUNNING ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI 410 GAUGE EXCALIBUR MODEL WITH CASE. SN. F0677. Cal. 410ga. Made in 2007 with 28” Monobloc construction brls that have crosshatch filed solid tapered rib with small steel front bead. Chamber area of top rib is lightly relief scroll engraved and left side of top brl engraved “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI”. Polished brl flat with SN, makers name and proof code “CA” (proved in 2006). Slim rounded forearm with fully engraved coin finished irons is checkered in point pattern with slide push button release at center. The diminutive round body boxlock receiver is full coverage relief floral scroll engraved and signed on the trigger plate “M. GHIDINI”. Brl bolsters are beaded and fully engraved as is the top lever and top tang. Safety slide is fully engraved with gold inlaid “SAFE” in front of slide. Fully removable trigger plate action is nicely polished inside. Long tang trigger guard and trigger guard bow engraved en-suite with gold inlaid SN at center of tang. Beveled edge steel grip cap is also relief floral scroll engraved. Action flats are gold inlaid with makers name, SN and gauge. Gun made with non-selective single trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Mounted with a fabulously figured piece of Circassian Walnut which is checkered in 2 point pattern through the capped pistol grip and terminates with a finely checkered butt. There is a small gold oval at the toe line with initials in script “HLB”. Housed in its factory original Nizzoli brown leather and green felt interior case with nickel plated accessories and metal cleaning rod as well as the factory gold embossed green gun sleeves. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 14oz.

Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .416(B)

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.418(T). Bore Restriction: .014(B) .023(T). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint. Appears factory test fired only and retains virtually all of its original finish to all wood and metal surfaces with only very minor handling marks and impressions. Stocks are sound are crisp. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Case is excellent with only minor outer rubs. A fabulous lightweight small bore engraved in a most tasteful fashion. MODERN. (20,00030,000) 117

Lot 137 HANDY ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI CASTORE 12 BORE TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE. SN. 27694. Cal. 12ga. Brl Set 1 made with 27-5/8” fluid steel brls with concave top rib and small brass front bead. Breech and muzzle ends with fine gold bands.

Polished flats with SN and proof stamps. Both brl sets with sling swivel on bottom rib. Brl Set 2 is set up for slugs, measures 24-3/4”, and has same small gold brl bands as Set 1. Top rib with fixed rear “V” sight, swamp concave section at center, and small brass front bead. Single splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with fully scroll engraved push button release and iron. “FAMARS” makers gold crest at center. Coin finished sidelock hammer receiver with fine gold line work on locks. Hammers are nicely scroll engraved as is edge of frame. Bottom with makers name in old English front and trigger plate with scroll engraving and engravers signature “P. FACCOLI” on right side of trigger guard. Double rolled edge long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, gold inlaid SN at tang. Top of frame, top lever, and tang with scroll engraving. Center of top lever with gold inlaid crown. Lightly figured straight grip walnut butt with carved teardrops behind locks is checkered in point pattern, has sling swivel on toeline, and terminates with a black full leather covered pad. Gun is housed in its makers brown leather 2 brl set case with red velvet interior. SET 1: Weight: 7lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .727(R) .726(L). Bore Restriction: .035(R) .048(L). SET 2: Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .725(R) .727(L). Bore Restriction: .000(Both).

DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-5/8”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brls with 95-97% of their original plum brown colored blue remaining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as refurbished. Forearm with very small active grain separation on right side at muzzle end. Frame is excellent with minimal staining. Buttstock with very small chip repair behind top tang. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

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Lot 138 FANTASTIC F.LLI PIOTTI BOSS ACTION 12 BORE WITH CASE. SN. 9474. Cal. 12 Bore. Made in 1998 with 29” brls that have low profile ventilated top rib which is hand filed and has small brass front bead. Brl flats with SN, maker’s name, and proof marks. Finely checkered forend with fully engraved diamond shaped escutcheons and Anson type push button release. Forend iron is shaded relief scroll engraved. Boss action casehardened sidelocks with key locks is full coverage shaded floral scroll engraved and signed by Grinetti on right side of trigger. Slim blued and fully engraved top lever and top tang are engraved en-suite and gold “S” in front of safety slide. Bottom of action inlaid in gold “F.LLI PIOTTI” in brl recess. Rolled edge blued trigger guard engraved in relief floral scroll on bow and tang with SN towards center of tang. Gun made with single trigger, auto ejectors, non auto safety. Churchill style full pistol grip buttstock is of fabulously figured European Walnut and is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a thing black leather covered pad. Gun is housed in its original brown leather and dark green wool felt case with accessories and maker’s trade label. WEIGHT: 7lbs 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .728(Both) Bore Restriction: .010(B) .017(T). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as lightly field used. Retains nearly all original finishes to both wood and metal surfaces with only minor handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Case is excellent with only minor rubs as are accessories. This is a fantastic high grade Piotti that easily ranks amongst one of the best and most durable models in the world. MODERN. (25,000-35,000)

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Lot 139 EXCELLENT SABATTI ENGRAVED ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI 28 GAUGE TRUE LEFT HANDED GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 573. Cal. 28ga. This beautiful Venere Extra Lusso proved in 1982 and built with 27” brls that have plain concave top rib and small steel front bead. There is a thin brl band at the muzzle and breech in gold and maker’s name in gold script on top of left tube. Polished brl flats with SN and proof stamps. Rear lung stamped Donte, Mario, Poli, Remo, & Tony as makers of this fine arm.

Slim semi-beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with makers crest at center and has lightly engraved push button release and iron.

Coin finished full sidelock receiver is very nicely fine scroll engraved with floral bouquets on sidelocks surrounded by relief vine floral border pattern and thin line gold inlay. This pattern extends to the bottom of the frame and trigger plate as well as the bead fences, top tang, and top lever. “SAFE” in gold ahead of the scroll engraved safety slide. Left hand beaded edge trigger guard with scroll and initials in gold “DED” on bow and SN in gold on long tang. Engravers signature “SABATTI G. INC” found on right side of trigger. Gun made with single trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Finely figured diamond grip shaped European Walnut straight grip buttstock has carved teardrops behinds locks, is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with finely engraved coin finished heel & toe clips. Accompanied by a leatherette portfolio with makers info card and proof targets. Housed in its original full leather case with nickel plated accessories. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .551(Both). Bore Restriction: .000(R) .011(L).

DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Extremely fine showing limited use and retaining nearly all original finishes throughout with a few scattered light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is excellent with minor rubs. Attention South Paws- this is one of just two true left handed A&S’s this cataloger has examined in the last decade, the other example is a 20ga included elsewhere in this sale. MODERN. (9,000-14,000)

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Lot 140 SUPERB GALEAZZI ENGRAVED TRUE LEFT HANDED ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI 20 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE. SN. 438. Cal. 20ga. This exceptional Venere Extra Lusso was proved in 1980. Brl Set 1 made with 27” chopperlump brlsthat have plain concave top rib with small brass front bead. Breech end of rib with small gold inlaid “1”. Polished flats with SN and proof stamps, rear lug with makers names: Dante, Mario, Poli, Gian, Remo & Tony. Left tube engraved “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI”. Brl Set 2 same as Set 1 with gold inlaid “2” at breech end of rib and stamped “2” on flats. Single slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with makers crest inlaid at center and engraved push button release and iron.

Interior of forearm iron is coin finished with engraved screws. Full sidelock receiver is spectacularly game scene engraved with Setter flushing grouse on left in woods scene, 5 quail busting on right sidelock with 1 having been hit in southwestern field scene. Front of right lock signed by world renowned game scene engraver Galeazzi. His signature is also found at the rear left lock. Fences, top of action, top lever, and top tang are all nicely fine scroll engraved as is bottom of frame towards trigger plate. Center of bottom with large panting Setter engraved in incredible detail in grass and woods scene. Trigger plate signed “SABATTI & MARCO INC” ahead of trigger guard bow. Long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow surrounded initials “DED” at center and tang with scroll coverage as well as gold inlaid SN at center. As a true left handed gun- top lever swings to the left to open. Gun made with single trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Finely figured European Walnut straight grip buttstock has carved teardrop behind locks, is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with nicely scroll engraved steel heel and toe clips. Accompanied by makers leatherette portfolio with proofing targets and production cards describing the gun as found today. Housed in its original makers 2 brl set full leather case with nickel plated accessories. SET 1: Weight: 5lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .628(Both). Bore Restriction: .007(R) .020(L). SET 2: Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(Both). Bore Diameter: .626(R) .627(L). Bore Restriction: .016(R) .030(L). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used and enjoyed. Brl Set 1 with about 85% original blue remaining. There is considerable silvering at grip area. Forend is sound with checkering beginning to thin. Frame is excellent with some light staining. Engraving remains crisp throughout. Buttstock is excellent with scattered light handling marks and impressions.

Bores are bright and shiny mechanics are excellent. Case is very good to excellent with minor rubs and stains. This is one of just two true left handed A&Ss this cataloger has examined in the last decade, the other example is a 28ga included elsewhere in this sale. The engraving on this gun is beyond description! MODERN. (9,000-14,000)

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Angelo Galeazzi was considered perhaps the finest engraver of the 20th century. This gun represents his incredible talents.

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Lot 141 VERY PRETTY PAIR OF FULL SIDELOCK V. BERNARDELLI 12 GAUGE GAME GUNS. SN. 1792-1 & 1793-1.

Cal.12ga. Gun 1-Proved in 1968 and built with 27-1/2” “ACCIAO SPECIALE EXTRA” steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Small ring of engraving at breech ends. Polished brl flats with SN and proof stamps. Splinter forearm with blued Anson type push button release. Iron is lightly border engraved with wood checkered in point pattern. Silver(?) shield escutcheon at center of forearm with initials “EC” engraved. Full sidelock casehardened receiver with makers name in banner on sides. Fences are beaded. Blued top lever with gold inlaid pigeon at center and top tang relief engraved “SICURA” ahead of the T-shaped safety slide. Geometric design around hinge pin and bottom of frame with light scroll. Makers name around trigger plate. Bottom of frame is beaded as are bottoms of brls at frame. Blued long tang trigger guard is light border and scroll engraved. Gun made with double triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, hidden third fastener, disc strikers, and non-auto safety. Mounted with a lightly figured straight grain English grip walnut buttstock with inlaid teardrops behind locks and terminates with its original makers lined HRBP. Gun 2- Same as Gun 1. Gun 1-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .025(L). Bore Diameter: .727(Both). Bore Restriction: .022(R) .042(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. Gun 2-WEIGHT: lbs. oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”.Min. Wall Thickness: .027(R) .025(L). Bore Diameter: .724(Both). Bore Restriction: .023(R) .040(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls retain about 95% of an older professionally restored finish. Bottom rib with tiny import mark. Forearm is sound and near excellent with scattered handling marks and small areas of checkering filled in. Receiver retains nearly all of its beautiful bold original case color with some toning on fences and rear portion of top tang but strong overall.

Butttstock is sound and retains about 95% of its original hand rubbed finish with rear portion being somewhat flesh toned and shows scattered light handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. An excellent mid-century full sidelock Italian game gun with lots of special features. Gun 2- Excellent showing limited use retains more than 95% factory metal finishes. Stocks are excellent with some handling marks and finish lifting towards heel and toe. Bores are bright and shiny Mechanics are excellent.

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Lot 142 DURABLE EARLY PRODUCTION BERETTA S3EL 12 GAUGE. SN. 8893-1. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1966 with 28” Acciaio Steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib and small brass front bead. Mono-bloc construction brls with polished sides and bottom with proof stamps. Walnut forend checkered in point pattern with engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Forend with small finger grooves on sides. Sidelock receiver is full coverage floral scroll engraved. Blued trigger guard engraved en-suite with shield at center of bow and SN at tang. Blued top lever with floral engraving. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a checkered butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .724(B) .725(T). Bore Restriction: .016(B) .035(T). DAC: 1-7/16”.

DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as partially refurbished. Brls and wood retain most of an older restored finish showing subsequent light use. Frame and locks are very good with only minor staining. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (4,750-6,250) 126

Lot 143 HAND DETACHABLE BERETTA S3EL 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 36064. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1969 with 28” Boehler Steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib and brass front bead. Mono-bloc construction brls with polished sides and bottom with proof stamps. Walnut forend checkered in point pattern with engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Hand detachable sidelock receiver is full coverage floral scroll engraved. Blued trigger guard engraved en-suite with vacant on bow and SN at tang. Engravers signature “G. BERTELLA” found on right side of trigger guard. Blued top lever with floral engraving. Gun made with single trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a modern thin red pad. Housed in its makers canvas case. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 7oz. Cham.

Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .729(B) .730(T). Bore Restriction: .024(B) .041(T). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 141-/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls with most of its factory original blue. Stocks are excellent and sound as lightly refreshed. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Safety with retaining screw currently in lock position. Pad is a professional modern replacement. Case is very good with rubs and stains. C&R. (4,500-6,000)

Lot 144 HAND DETACHABLE BERETTA S3EL 12 BORE GAME GUN WITH CASE. SN. 36581.

Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1970 with 28” Boehler Steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib. Mono-bloc construction brls with polished sides and bottom with proof stamps. Walnut forend checkered in point pattern with engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Hand detachable sidelock receiver is full coverage floral scroll engraved with engraver’s signature “CANDITO” on right side of trigger guard.

Blued trigger guard engraved en-suite with initials “CG” in gold on bow and SN at tang. Blued top lever with gold inlaid crown. Gun made with single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety.

Capped pistol grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a thin red pad. Housed in what is likely its original makers case with cloth bags. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .729(B) .727(T). Bore Restriction: .037(B) .040(T). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used retain nearly all factory finishes throughout with only scattered light handling marks. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with scattered rubs and stains. C&R. (4,500-6,000) 127

Lot 145 DURABLE BERETTA S3EL 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 35169. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1968 with 28” Boehler steel brls that have slightly raised matted ventilated top rib and small brass front bead. Mono-bloc construction brls with polished sides and bottom with proof stamps. Sling swivel mounted at center of brl. Walnut forend checkered in point pattern with engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Hand detachable sidelock receiver is full coverage floral scroll engraved with engraver’s signature “GUERINI” on right side of trigger guard. Blued trigger guard engraved en-suite with oval at center of bow and SN at tang.

Blued top lever with floral engraving. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a checkered butt. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .724(Both). Bore Restriction: .025(B) .038(T). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-3/16”.

CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retains more than 95% original finishes throughout. There is a scratch on the right side of the forearm extending from the iron to the checkering. We do not believe the wood to be broken but have not disassembled the forearm. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (4,000-5,000)

Lot 146 EXCELLENT AND USEFUL LUIGI FRANCHI 20 GAUGE AND 28 GAUGE FULL SIDELOCK TWO BARREL SET WITH CASE. SN. 66901690. Cal. 20 & 28. Brl Set 1 proved in 1973 with 26-3/4” brls that have swamp rib and small steel front bead. Brls are of monobloc construction and made of Vickers steel. Brl Set 2 proved for 3” chambers in 1983 with 27” brls that have swamp rib. Both sets of brls with polished flats and proof stamps. Single splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved Anson push button release and iron which are blued. Coin finished full sidelock receiver is lightly border engraved with floral engraved and beaded fences. Makers name in banner on locks and banner on bottom of frame engraved “SIGISOO CORTE GENOVA”. Long tang trigger guard engraved “S. CORTE ARMI FINI GENOVA FORNITORE DELLA REAL CASA”. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety, disc strikers, hidden third fastener. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original lined horn butt. Toeline and bottom ribs mounted with sling swivels. Gun is housed in a brown canvas tan felt interior case. SET 1: Weight: 6lbs. 0oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(Both). Bore Diameter: .632(Both). Bore Restriction: .013(R) .034(L).

SET 2: Weight: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .550(Both). Bore Restriction: .010(R) .022(L). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-3/16”. CONDITION: Very good as lightly field used. Brl Set 1 retains about 95% of an older restored rust blue finish. Brl Set 2 is excellent, retaining nearly all of its factory original blue. Stocks are excellent and sound with minor handling marks having been professionally restored long ago. Coin finish is mostly bright with beginning light discoloration. Bores are bright and shiny.

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Lot 147 HANDSOME LUIGI FRANCHI 12 BORE ALBATROS GAME GUN. SN. 17591. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1981 and built with 28” chopperlump brls that have file matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Polished brl flats with proof stamps. Slim beavertail forend checkered in point pattern with blued Anson type push button release and iron. Forearm with gold inlaid crown and crest at center. Full sidelock coin finished receiver engraved “ALBATROS” on sides. Fences and front of frame are scroll and floral engraved. Bottom of frame and trigger plate are coin finished and engraved “LUIGI FRANCHI S.P.A PRESCIA”. Blued top lever is pierced and tops of fences are nicely beaded. Blued rolled edge trigger guard is lightly border engraved. Gun made with single trigger(non-selective), auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Lightly figured walnut straight grip buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checkered in 2 point pattern, has gold oval on toeline with initials “B.R.”, and terminates with a thin red Silver’s type pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(R) .027(L). Bore Diameter: .728(Both).

Bore Restriction: .025(R) .043(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retains nearly all original finishes throughout with scattered light handling marks and impressions. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN (2,800-4,000)

Lot 148 HIGH CONDITION LUIGI FRANCHI 12 GAUGE CONDOR MODEL SHOTGUN. SN. 14291. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1961 with 27-1/2” Vickers steel brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Breech end with small ring of engraving. Polished flats with proof stamps.

Splinter forearm checkered in diamond & point pattern with lightly engraved Anson push button release and iron. French gray sidelock receiver lightly rose & scroll engraved in about 80% coverage with maker’s name on bottom. Fences are beaded. Blued top lever. Blued long tang trigger guard with initials “OME” in gold oval on bow. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, disc strikers, hidden third fastener, non-auto safety. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a checkered butt. Bottom rib with factory sling swivel. Accompanied by original maker’s certificate. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 13oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .729(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .012(R) .030(L). DAC: 1-1/4”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as very lightly field used and retains nearly all factory original finishes throughout with only light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. A very high quality well made double with many features which represents great value. C&R. (2,500-3,500)

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Lot 148A LUIGI FRANCHI ASTORE MODEL 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 22628. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1958 with 27-5/8” Boehler Blitz steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Breech ends with small ring of engraving. Splinter forend checkered in point pattern with blued and lightly engraved push button opener and iron. Coin finished boxlock receiver is scroll engraved. Blue trigger guard with scroll on bow and tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, hidden third fastener, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original makers black pad. Bottom rib and toe with sling swivels mounted. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .725(R) .726(L). Bore Restriction: .020(R) .037(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls with about 95%+ original blue remaining. Buttstock and forend are excellent and retain most of an older restored finish. There are 3 surface scratches on left side of stock at frame which are superficial. Frame with very good coin finish. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R.(600-1,000)

Lot 149 NITRO PROVED LUIGI FRANCHI 12 GAUGE HAMMER SHOTGUN. SN. 4088-2. Cal. 12ga. Built with 28” Krupp steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Brls with polished flats and proof stamps. Elongated splinter forearm with lightly engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Side plated boxlock hammer action is lightly engraved, built with side clips, and Greener crossbolt locking mechanism. Blued long tang trigger guard is line engraved. Plain figured straight grip walnut butt checkered in 3 point pattern, has brass shield on toe, and terminates with original makers line HRBP. Sling swivels in toeline and bottom rib. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .035(L). Bore Diameter: .733(Both). Bore Restriction: .038(R) .041(L). DAC: 1-1/2”.

DAH: 1-15/16”. LOP: 13-3/8”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished. Brls with most of a professionally refurbished blue which carries to the forearm iron, trigger guard, and top lever. Frame has drifted mostly gray. Buttstock and forearm are near excellent as refurbished with scattered light handling marks. Bores with light pitting throughout.

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Lot 150 EXCELLENT TRUE PAIR OF FABIO ZANOTTI SCALLOPED BOXLOCK ACTION GAME GUNS. SN. 5051-1 & 5056-2. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-1/2” brls with slightly raised matted rib with small brass front bead. Breech ends of brls with gold inlaid “1” and “2”. Brls are of Boehler steel and have polished flats with maker’s name and proof stamps. Splinter forearm with gold inlaid “1” on lightly engraved blued tip with Anson push button release and scroll engraved iron. Scalloped boxlock receiver is near full coverage floral and scroll engraved. Blued top lever with gold inlaid “1”. Blued long tang trigger guard with gold initials “G.G.” at center of bow and scroll along tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip

walnut butt is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with its original checkered butt. Gun 2- Same as Gun 1. Gun 1-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 3oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(Both). Bore Diameter: .730(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .022(R) .041(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15-3/8”. Gun 2-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 5oz.

Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .026(R) .024(L). Bore Diameter: .729(R) .730(L). Bore Restriction: .023(R) .024(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15-3/8”.

CONDITION: Excellent showing limited use. Both guns with more than 97% original finishes throughout showing only minor handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny.

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Lot 151 GOOD TRUE PAIR OF FABIO ZANOTTI BOXLOCK GAME GUNS. SN. 5030-1 & 5033-2. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-1/2” brls with slightly raised matted rib with small brass front bead. Breech ends of brls with gold inlaid “1” and “2”. Brls are of Boehler steel and have polished flats with makers name and proof stamps. Splinter forearm with gold inlaid “1” on lightly engraved blued tip with Anson push button release and scroll engraved iron. There is a gold inlaid emblem of Adonis at center of forearm. Scalloped boxlock receiver is near full coverage floral and scroll engraved.

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ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut butt is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with a thin orange recoil pad. Gun 2- Same as Gun 1. Gun 1-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(R) .025(L). Bore Diameter: .727(Both). Bore Restriction: .026(R) .040(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15”. Gun 2-WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .727(R) .728(L). Bore Restriction: .029(R) .039(L). DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Gun 1 & 2- Excellent showing limited use retaining most factory finishes throughout. Bores are bright and shiny.

Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (2,500-4,500)

Lot 152 HANDSOME FABIO ZANOTTI 12 BORE HIGH GRADE GAME GUN. SN. 4270-1. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-5/8” Boehler steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Breech ends with small ring on engraving. Polished flats. Splinter forend checkered in point & diamond pattern with light engraved blued iron and push button release. Rounded body side plated boxlock receiver is near full coverage scroll engraved with maker’s name in banner on sides and bottom. Top tang pierced and engraved in scroll. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow and tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Sling swivels are mounted on bottom rib and at toe. Straight grip buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern and terminates with a checkered butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(Both). Bore Diameter: .731(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .015(R) .025(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used and retains more than 95% factory finishes throughout. Buttstock with light finish and impressions towards butt but sound & excellent overall. Forend with a couple of minor impressions and tiny flake missing on right side at muzzle end. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,800-2,800)

Lot 153 HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION FABIO ZANOTTI 12 BORE GAME GUN. SN. 4007-1. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1960 with 27-3/4” Boehler steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Tops of brls with steel type and maker’s name Breech ends with small ring of engraving. Splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with lightly engraved blued push button release and iron. Casehardened scalloped boxlock receiver is lightly scroll and border engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with light border engraving. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. Lightly figured straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original full checkered HRBP. Sling swivels mounted on toeline and bottom rib. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .024(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .736(Both). Bore Restriction: .019(R) .038(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/8”. LOP: 14-3/4”. CONDITION: Excellent and appears to have been used very little showing more wear from handling and safe movement than use. Brls with about 95% of their original blue with some thinning at muzzles and a small patch of beginning pin prick pitting on top of left muzzle. Buttstock and forearm are sound with scattered impressions and handling marks with about 90% original finish remaining. Frame retains nearly all of its bold original vivid color. Trigger guard with nearly all of its original blue. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are fine. A very durable gun which has seen very little use. C&R. (2,000-2,500)

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Lot 154 GOOD QUALITY FABIO ZANOTTI 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 5496-1. Cal. 12ga. Made in 1978 with 27-1/2” brls that have lightly matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Tops of brls with maker’s name and address. Polished brl flats with SN and proof stamps. Bottom rib with sling swivel Splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with blued and lightly engraved iron. Scalloped action boxlock receiver is full coverage scroll & floral engraved with makers name in banner at center and on bottom. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist and terminates with its original checkered butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 5oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(Both). Bore Diameter: .741(Both).

Bore Restriction: .019(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used. Brls retain most of a professionally refurbished finish. Buttstock and forearm are very good to excellent with minor impressions and handling marks. Frame retains most all of its light original case color. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. There is a small dent about 4” from muzzle towards bottom. MODERN. (900-1,400)

Lot 155 DURABLE F.LLI PIOTTI PIUMA BSEE 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 3883-1. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1967 with 27-1/2” steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small steel front bead. Polished flats with SN a proof stamps. Splinter forearm with lightly engraved blued push button release and iron is checkered in point pattern and has small gold “1” at breech end. Scalloped boxlock receiver is shaded floral and scroll engraved in about 80% coverage. Blued long tang trigger guard is lightly scroll engraved on bow.

Guns made with double triggers, auto ejectors, safety is currently frozen. Straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has small gold inlaid “1” at trigger guard tip, small filled hole on toe for sling, and terminates with an aging thin red pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .022(R) .023(L). Bore Diameter: .742(R) .741(L). Bore Restriction: .020(R) .041(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished. Brls with most of a professional rust blue. Frame has toned gray. Trigger guard with some light touched up blue remaining. Stocks are excellent as professionally refurbished. There is an old grain line repair emanating from the front of comb running along the grain for a couple of inches. Bottom rib with plugged sling swivel eyes. Bores with a couple of areas of pitting out by the chambers but mostly bright. Mechanics are fine though safety is currently frozen as noted above. C&R. (2,750-3,750)

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Lot 156 F.LLI PIOTTI PIUMA BSEE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. 4543-1. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 1969 and built with 25-3/8” steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Small ring of engraving at breech end. Polished flats with SN and proof stamps. Splinter forearm with border engraved blued iron and push button release.

Scalloped boxlock receiver is scroll engraved and coin finished. Blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow and center of tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Sling swivel in bottom rib and toeline. Nicely figured straight grip walnut butt is point pattern checkered and terminates with a thin red pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 2oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .725 (Both). Bore Restriction: .009(R) .029(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”.

CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Retains more than 97% finishes throughout with scattered light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent.

C&R. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 157 F.LLI PIOTTI LIGHTWEIGHT 12 GAUGE PIUMA GAME GUN. SN. 4709-1. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-3/4” steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass bead. Breech ends with small ring of engraving. Polished flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with border engraved Anson type push button release and iron. Casehardened scalloped boxlock receiver is lightly scroll and floral engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with border engraving. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. Straight grain walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a thin red Silver’s type pad. Toeline and bottom rib with sling mounts. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(R) .030(L). Bore Diameter: .735(Both). Bore Restriction: .021(R) .041(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-5/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used and partially refinished. Brls retain most of their original blue. Frame with about 95% original color remaining. Forearm is very good to excellent with chip at right side of forearm towards muzzle end and beginning crack at beech end on right. Buttstock aft of checkering has been refinished and pad is a modern replacement. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 158 HANDY F.LLI PIOTTI SCALLOPED ACTION BOXLOCK 12 BORE GAME GUN. SN. 1947. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-5/8” Acciaio Steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Tops of brls with makers name on left and brl steel on right. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with blued push button release and iron. Casehardened scalloped boxlock receiver with light floral engraving. Blued top lever and blued long tang trigger guard with light border engraving. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has nickel oval on toeline, and terminates with its original checkered butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 9oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .029(R) .034(L). Bore Diameter: .726(R) .725(L). Bore Restriction: .022(R) .036(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls with about 95% original blue. Bottom rib with 2 small screws repairing previous sling mount. Buttstock and forearm are very good. There is an old grain separation running from center of right side of action to top tang otherwise stocks are sound and retain most of their original finish. Frame with about 70% muted original case color. Trigger guard with more than half of its original blue. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,250-2,250)

Lot 159 EXCELLENT FULL SIDELOCK E. BREDA 12 BORE SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND EXTRA BARREL. SN. 189.

Cal. 12ga. Brl Set 1 made with 28-3/8” chopperlump brls that have slightly raised matted concave top rib with small brass front bead.

Polished flats with proof stamps. Brl Set 2 made with 23-3/4” Monobloc brls that appear to have been supplied by another maker with matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Single splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with coin finished push button release and iron. Coin finish full sidelock receiver has beaded fences, makers name on sides, and is border engraved. Gun made with single trigger, auto ejectors, disc strikers, hidden third fastener, non-auto safety. Round knob pistol grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern and terminates with an aging red pad. Housed in a brown leather 2 brl set case with green velvet interior. Case with second trigger plate for double triggers enclosed. SET 1: Weight: 7lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .036(R) .032(L). Bore Diameter: .725(Both). Bore Restriction: .031(R) .041(L). SET 2: Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .721(R) .722(L). Bore Restriction: .000(Both). DAC: 1”. DAH: 1-1/4”. LOP: 15”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brl Set 1 is excellent with about 97% original blue remaining and a very small area of beginning oxidation at grip. Brl Set 2 is mono-bloced and appears to be shortened would be potentially useful as a slug brl. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with scattered light handling marks and retain most of what appears to be their original finish. Coin finish frame is near excellent with only minor staining noted. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Case is very good with light rubs. A great opportunity to buy a very high quality gun front a little known maker which exudes quality workmanship! C&R. (3,000-4,000) 136

Lot 160 NEAT ZOLI RIZZINI 24 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. M5708. Cal. 24ga. Proved in 1969 with 28” brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Polished flats with SN and proof stamps. Splinter forearm with blued push button release and iron. Casehardened scalloped boxlock receiver is nicely border engraved. Blued top lever. Blued trigger guard with light engraving on bow and rear of tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. Sling swivel mounts on bottom rib and toeline. Straight grain round knob pistol grip walnut butt checkered in point pattern, has brass oval on toeline, and terminates with a thin checkered HRBP. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .588(Both). Bore Restriction: .020(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-3/8”.

DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as light field used retaining about 95% finishes throughout. Stocks with scattered handling marks and impressions. Gun overall shows more handling wear that use. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,200-2,200)

Lot 161 CAESAR GUERINI ELLIPSE EVO MODEL SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. 127114. Cal. 12ga. Proved in 2012 and built with 32” Mono-bloc brls that have solid slightly raised matted rib with small brass front bead. Walnut forend is checkered in point pattern with push button type release and floral engraved iron. Rounded French gray receiver is near full coverage scroll and shaded floral engraved with makers name in oval on sides. Bottom of frame with “ELLIPSE/ EVO” in oval. Short tang trigger guard with burst of floral scroll on bow. Gun made with adjustable SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Flat knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a thin black maker’s branded pad. Gun is accompanied by its original makers branded Americase and a makers branded black and red shoulder carry case. Accompanied by a full set of choke tubes. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .733(B) .734(T). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 143/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Metal surfaces retain nearly all of their original finish. Stocks are excellent with minor impressions most notably a few light scratches on left side of stock & forend and a few tick marks towards toe. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. Cases are very good with minor rubs. A good field and competition gun at a discount to purchasing as new. MODERN. (4,500-6,500)

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Lot 162 DURABLE BLASER F3 12 GAUGE CLAYS GUN. SN. FR009992. Cal. 12ga. Built with 32” Mono-bloc brls that have raised adjustable ventilated rib. Brls fit for choke tubes. Walnut forend checkered in point pattern on sides with Schnabel tip and push button release. Sideplated boxlock receiver with gold colored “F3” on sides and bottom stamped “BLASER”. Gold plated SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety.

Finely figured left hand palm swell adjustable comb buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has flat knob grip, and terminates with a black Kick-eez recoil pad. WEIGHT: 9lbs. 4oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .735(Both). Bore Restriction: Tubes. DAC: Adjustable. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-7/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used retaining more than 97% finishes throughout. There are several light impressions towards rear of buttstock, most notably some tics at toe. Bore is bright and shiny.

MODERN. (4,500-6,500)

Lot 163 HANDY LJUTIC LTX SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN WITH CASE. SN. 296. Cal. 12ga. Made with 34-1/8” ventilated rib brl with twin white beads and screw in chokes. Large walnut forend checkered in wave border pattern with push button release. Blued receiver stamped on bottom “LJUTIC/296/LTX” and “12 GA. YKM WA USA”. Gun is a top break action with release trigger. Full knob walnut pistol grip buttstock is checkered through the wrist and terminates with a soft Kick-eez brand pad. Grip with 1/4 sized gold colored initial plaque engraved “ESA”. Housed in its original numbers matching Americase with accessories. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-7/8”. Bore Diameter: .741. Bore Restriction: Removable Tubes DAC: 1-1/2”. Drop at front of Monte Carlo: 1-7/16”. Drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-5/8”. LOP: 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used retaining nearly all original finishes throughout. Pad with some deterioration towards heel. Case is very good with minor rubs. MODERN. (1,750-2,750)

Lot 164 STOUT BERETTA SLIVERHAWK 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. SN. SO5300A. Cal. 12ga. Built with 26” Mono-bloc construction Excelsior brls that have plain top rib with small brass bead. Bottom rib with swing swivel mounted. Wide splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with Anson type push button release and lightly engraved iron. Coin finish boxlock receiver is scroll engraved with maker’s name on side and bottom with model name in oval. Coin finish long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow. Gun made with double triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Professional replacement straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern, has sling swivel on toe, and terminates with a 1/2” checkered wood butt. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Diameter: .723(R) .722(L). Bore Restriction: .009(R) .028(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-7/16”. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Coin finish with some minor staining. Brls with most original blue. Buttstock with finish crazing and scattered light impressions throughout. Bores are bright and shiny.

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Lot 165 EXCELLENT BERETTA MODEL 3901 DUCKS UNLIMITED COMMEMORATIVE 12 GAUGE. SN. 1184DU2011. Cal. 12ga. Made with 28” steel brl that has slightly raised matted ventilated rib with small brass front bead. Long walnut forearm with finger grooves on sides checkered in trapezoid pattern. Steel colored action is scroll and Ducks Unlimited pattern engraved. Gold plated trigger. Walnut butt has flat knob grip and terminates with a black Beretta brand pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Restriction: Choke Tubes. DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”.

CONDITION: Extremely fine and near mint retaining nearly all factory original finishes throughout with only tiny minor handling marks. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (250-400)

Lot 165A HANDY CHARLES DALY SUPERIOR 12 GAUGE MAGNUM SHOTGUN. SN. 2124449. Cal. 12ga. Made in Turkey with 26” brl that has slightly raised matted top rib with small brass front bead. Composite forearm checkered at center. Blued action with gold “CHARLES DALY” on right side.

Gold trigger. Composite buttstock with flat knob grip terminates with a Charles Daly ventilated pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 11oz. Cham. Lgth: 3”. Bore Restriction: Choke Tubes. DAC: 1-5/8”. DAH: 2-1/2”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Extremely fine as very lightly field used retaining nearly all finishes throughout. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (250-400)

Lot 166 HIGH QUALITY AUG. LEBEAU-COURALLY MODEL C 12 BORE GAME GUN. SN. 43520. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-1/2” fluid steel brls that have file cut concave top rib with small brass front bead. Polished brl flats with proof stamps. Tops of brls engraved “AUG. LEBEAUCOURALLY” on right and “ARMS DE GRAND LUXE A LIEGE” on left. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with blued Anson type push button release and iron. Gold inlaid crest at center which is engraved “THE STANDARD PIGEON GUN/TRADEMARK”. Full sidelock casehardened receiver is border engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with SN at center of tang and engraved “FAIT POUR E. CASCIANO ROME”. Gun made with blued double triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non-auto safety, hidden third fastener, and disc strikers. Lightly figured straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, has small silver oval on toeline, and full checkered butt. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .029(L). Bore Diameter: .727(R) .729(L). Bore Restriction: .022(R) .034(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-5/16”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls retain 95-97% of what appears to be their factory original blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain about 95% of their original finish with scattered light handling marks. Locks and frame with more than 90% of its muted original case color. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (4,000-6,000) 139

Lot 167 VERY GOOD AUG. LEBEAU COURALLY MODEL C 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 43522. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-1/2” fluid steel brls that have plain concave top rib with small brass front bead. Blued brl flats with proof stamps. Tops of brls engraved “AUG. LEBEAU-COURALLY” on right and “ARMS DE GRAND LUXE A LIEGE” on left. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with blued Anson push button type release and iron. Gold inlaid crest at center which is engraved “THE STANDARD PIGEON GUN/TRADEMARK”. Full sidelock casehardened receiver is border engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with SN at center of tang and engraved “FAIT POUR E. CASCIANO ROME”. Gun made with blued double triggers(front trigger articulated), auto ejectors, non-auto safety, hidden third fastener, and disc strikers. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, has small brass oval on toeline, and terminates with a thin Silver’s type pad. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 14oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Both). Bore Diameter: .728(Both). Bore Restriction: .011(R) .026(L). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 15-1/4”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brls with 90-95% of what appears to be their original toning blue. Forearm is excellent with checkering beginning to fill in and has some finish added. Locks and frame with about 60% original color remaining. Trigger guard with about 70% original blue. Buttstock is excellent with minor handling marks and appears to have been restored long ago but has never been sanded. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (3,500-5,500)

Lot 168 VERY HIGH QUALITY JOSEPH DEFOURNEY ASSISTED OPENING FULL SIDELOCK 12 BORE GAME GUN. SN. 9883-1. Cal. 12ga.

Built with 27-1/2” compressed steel brls that have slightly raised matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. Small ring of breech engraving. Polished flats with proof stamps. Blued lightly engraved Anson type push button release and iron adorn the point & diamond pattern checkered splinter forearm. Coin finished full sidelock receiver is nicely wave border pattern engraved with maker’s name on bottom. Blued long tang trigger guard with SN at center of tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety, hidden third fastener, side clips, and assist opening system. Fences are beaded and there is a gold inlaid “S” ahead of the safety slide. Nicely figured straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original lined horn buttplate. Sling swivel mounts at toe and bottom rib. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 5oz. Cham.

Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .025(Both). Bore Diameter: .739(R) .738(L). Bore Restriction: .017(R) .044(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as partially refinished. Brls, top lever, and trigger guard retain most of a professionally blued finish, as does forend iron. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as refinished with subsequent light handling marks. There is a tiny chip at muzzle end of forearm on left side. Small repair to butt toe. Frame is mostly bright with some staining and light scratches. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent though forend is difficult to remove. C&R. (2,500-4,500)

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Lot 169 HIGH GRADE JOSEPH DEFOURNY FULL SIDELOCK 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 6596-1. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-5/8” steel brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Brls with side clips. Polished flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with blued and engraved push button release and iron. Full sidelock reinforced receiver is rose & scroll engraved in about 90% coverage. Beaded fences are oak leaf carved and scroll engraved. Blued long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow and tang with SN at center. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety, side clips, hidden third fastener. Highly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern, has gold colored oval on toeline, and terminates with a thin ventilated red pad. Bottom rib and toe with sling swivels. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 15oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .023(R) .026(L). Bore Diameter: .726(R) .727(L). Bore Restriction: .012(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-9/16”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Very good as partially refurbished. Brls, top lever, and trigger guard with about all of a professional refurbished rust blued finish. Coin finish on frame is very good. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as refurbished with scattered light handling marks. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

Lot 170 LIGHTWEIGHT JOSEPH DEFOURNY 12 GAUGE GAME GUN. SN. 6375-1. Cal. 12ga. Built with 26-3/4” “FIRST CLASS CRUCIBLE STEEL” brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass front bead. Makers name and address on tops of brls. Breech ends with small ring of engraving and sideclips. Splinter forearm checkered in point & diamond pattern with lightly engraved Anson push button release and iron. Greener crossbolt scalloped boxlock receiver is nicely scroll and floral engraved in about 65% coverage. Gold inlaid “S” in front of safety slide. Long tang trigger guard engraved en-suite on bow and tang with SN. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern, has silver oval on toe, and terminates with a replacement “FDM” checkered HRBP. Sling swivels mounted on bottom rib and toeline. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 7oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .028(L).

Bore Diameter: .736(Both). Bore Restriction: .022(R) .040(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-3/8”. LOP: 13-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as field used and enjoyed. Brls with 90-95% of an older restored rust blued finish with some subsequent thinning at grip area. Frame with about 30% color remaining. Buttstock and forearm are sound with numerous scattered hunting bumps and impressions and retain about 70% of their original finish. Bores are mostly bright and shiny with some orange peel ahead of chambers and some stubborn fowling which will likely clean up. C&R. (750-1,250)

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Lot 171 INTERESTING DUMOULIN OF LIEGE 12 BORE HAMMER SHOTGUN. SN. 20021. Cal. 12ga. Made with 27-1/2” Acier Fluid steel brls that have matted top rib with small brass bead. Breech ends of brls with pigeon on rib scroll border around. Brls proved for smokeless power and stamped accordingly on tops as well as proof date Nov. 13,1903. Splinter forearm checkered in point and diamond pattern with push button release and iron. Hammer sidelock receiver is lightly scroll engraved in about 75% coverage.

Frame with Greener crossbolt and sculpted fences. Top lever with gold inlaid crown and gold “ROYAL”. Long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow and tang with SN. Gun made with double triggers and extractors. Straight grip walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with a thin lined horn buttplate. Sling swivels mounted at toe and bottom rib. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .726(R) .723(L). Bore Restriction: .040(Both). DAC: 1-3/8”. DAH: 1-7/8”. LOP: 14-1/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls retain most of an older professionally restored finish. Stocks are excellent as professionally restored with subsequent light handling marks. Coin finished is generally very good with minor staining. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (1,000-2,000)

Lot 172 UNUSUAL ULTRA LIGHT 12 BORE HAMMER SHOTGUN BY AN UNKNOWN MAKER. SN. 7637. Cal. 12ga. Made with 26-5/8” American flag bunting damascus brls that have matted concave top rib with small brass bead. Breech ends of brls with floral engraved and rib inscription “FIGHT GUN PATENT TREBLE BALL”. Short and slim walnut forend with lightly engraved blued iron and push button release is checkered in point pattern. Coin finished hammer sidelock receiver is lightly scroll and floral engraved and has Greener crossbolt locking mechanism. Blued top lever. Blued long tang trigger guard with floral burst on bow, scroll on tang. Straight grip walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist and terminates with a thin lined HRBP. Bottom rib and toeline with sling swivels. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 12oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .030(R) .028(L). Bore Diameter: .720(R) .717(L). Bore Restriction: .005(R) .025(L). DAC: 1-3/4”. DAH: 2-15/16”. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Excellent as partially restored. Brls retain most of their restored plum brown damascus pattern. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as restored. Frame polished mostly bright. Trigger guard with most of its restored blue. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. ANTIQUE. (600-900) 142

Lot 173 BAYARD 12 GAUGE HAMMER SHOTGUN. SN. 1866-1. Cal. 12ga. Made with 29-1/2” Mono-bloced Damascus Boston brls that have matted concave top rib and small brass front bead. There is a gold inlaid pigeon, gold bars at breech end, and brl steel in gold on rib. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with small carved tip, Deeley latch release, and lightly engraved iron. Sideplated boxlock hammer receiver is lightly scroll engraved and polished bright. Polished long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow.

Gun made with double triggers, Greener crossbolt, and extractors. Plain figure straight grip walnut but checkered in point pattern and terminates with a blued full steel buttplate.

Toe and bottom rib with sling swivels. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 6oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Min. Wall Thickness: .027(Both). Bore Diameter: .744(R) .739(L). Bore Restriction: .019(R) .032(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 2-1/4”. LOP: 13-3/4”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as refurbished. Brls with most of their chocolate colored refurbished damascus pattern.

Buttstock and forearm are very good as refurbished and mostly sound with a tiny grain separation emanating from the left side of the trigger guard. Frame has been polished bright.

Bores with some pits throughout. C&R. (500-800)

Lot 174 KRUPP BARRELED GREIFELT DRILLING. SN. 36365. Cal. 12gax12gax7x57. Made with 25-1/2” Krupp fluid steel brls that have matted top rib with claw mount scopes, flip up rear sight, and blade front sight. Brl flats with nitro proof stamps. Splinter forearm with Deeley latch release and iron which are border engraved. Scalloped boxlock casehardened receiver is lightly border engraved. Blued trigger guard with light border engraving. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, side clips, side safety, Greener crossbolt, and disc strikers. Capped pistol grip buttstock has beaded cheek piece on left side, sling swivel on toeline, and terminates with an aging ventilated white lined leather faced pad. Gun is accompanied by its Hensoldt Wetzlar Dural-Dialytan 4x claw mount scope. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .727(Both). Bore Restriction: .041(R) .055(L). DAC: “. DAH: “. LOP: 14-5/8”. CONDITION: Good to very good. Brls with about 85% of what appears to be their original blue. Frame retains about 35% of its original color. Stocks are original with numerous handling marks and hunting bumps throughout and retain about half of their original finish. Shotgun bores are mostly bright and shiny. Rifle bore is a touch dark with some stubborn fowling that may clean. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 174A VERY LIGHTWEIGHT MODEL 22F COMBINATION BY F.W. HEYM. SN. 04009. Cal. 16gax.222 Rem Mag. Built with 23-5/8” shotgun over rifle brl that has matted top rib with claw mounts, fixed blade rear sight, and ramp blade front sight. Forearm is skip line checkered. Dural frame is lightly vine scroll engraved and has makers name on bottom. Horn trigger guard. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety. White lined capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in skip line pattern at wrist, has small cheek piece on left side, and terminates with a modern red pad. Toeline and bottom brl with sling mounts.

Accompanied by a Swarovski-Optic Habicht 4 claw mount scope. WEIGHT: 5lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-3/4”. Bore Diameter: .663(R). Bore Restriction: .036(R). LOP: 14-1/8”.

CONDITION: Excellent as lightly field used. Brls retain most of an older restored finish. Buttstock and forend are excellent as professionally restored. There is an incipient grain separation behind top tang. Frame with good color and engraving. Bore is mostly bright with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are fine. C&R. (1,800-2,500)

Lot 174B FINE 12 GAUGE BOHLER STEEL BARRELS WITH MATCHING FOREND PERHAPS FOR A CHARLES DALY DIAMOND QUALITY. SN. 10827. Cal. 12ga.

Made with 28-1/8” Bohler Fluid Steel brls that have slightly raised flat matted top rib with twin white beads. Tops of brls engraved “A.F. STOEGER, INC.” on right and “NEW YORK” on left. Brl flats with nitro proof stamps and stamped at front “MADE IN GERMANY” with proof date of “9/31”. Selective ejector elongated splinter forearm with near fully scroll engraved Deeley latch release and iron. Brls also have scroll engraved doll’s head extension. Brls made with auto ejectors. Muzzles are nicely crowned with cross hatch keels. WEIGHT: 3lbs. 10oz. Cham. Lgth: 2-1/2”. Min. Wall Thickness: .028(Rt) .030(L). Bore Diameter .721(Rt) .727(L). Bore Restriction: .036(Rt) .050(L). CONDITION: Very good to excellent as found, retaining more than 90% toning original blue. Forearm is excellent with a small chip on right side at center. Bores are bright and shiny. (250-400)

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Lot 175 EXCELLENT KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC BIG GAME RIFLE WITH EXTRA SET OF 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN BARRELS AND CASE. SN. 99097. Cal. 20ga,.375 H&H Mag. Brl Set 1 made with 23-5/8” brl with single claw mount scope of rear quarter rib which also has a fixed sight and ramp fluorescent orange front bead. Bottoms of brls with sling mounts. Polished brl flats with caliber info. Brl Set 2 is a 20ga shotgun 28” in length and have matted raised top rib with brass mid and white front bead. Shotgun brls made with 2-3/4” chambers and have sling mount on bottom rib. Each brl has its own Schnabel tipped forend that is checkered in point pattern and has blued latch release. Polished steel frame is lightly scroll engraved and has “KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC/GERMANY” on bottom. Top lever and cocking slide are blued, as is the short tang trigger guard. Gun made with double triggers and extractors. The weighted flat knob pistol grip buttstock is checkered through the wrist, has beaded cheek piece on left side, sling mount on toeline, and terminates with a soft black Kick-eez pad. Gun is accompanied by a Neostar R1 1-4x22RD scope and tan canvas & leather carry case. WEIGHT: SET 1: 11lbs. 0oz. SET 2: 8lbs. 13oz. Bore Diameter: .615(Both). Bore Restriction: .019(R) .030(L). DAC: 1-1/2”. DAH: 1-3/4””. LOP: 14-7/8”.

CONDITION: Excellent as field used retaining about 97-98% of its original finish. Stocks with scattered impressions and handling marks from field use. Bores are bright and shiny with stubborn fowling. Mechanics are excellent. MODERN. (10,000-15,000)

Lot 175A B. RIZZINI EXPRESS 90 EL DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE AND SCOPE. SN. 29135. Cal. .30-06. Proved in 1997 with 23-5/8” O/U brls that have quarter rear rib and ramp front rib.

Rear portion of rib with fixed scope mounts and gun is currently mounted with a Leupold Vari-X III 2.5X8 scope. Right side of brl lump with script import mark “WILLIAM LARKIN MOORE & CO.”. Slim walnut forend with push button release, small diamond shaped escutcheon at center and blued lightly scroll engraved iron.

Casehardened receiver with marks name stamped on sides and bottom with small inlaid “EXPRESS 90 EL” model stamp. Fences are relief oak leaf engraved and top lever pierced in similar fashion. Blued trigger guard. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Nicely figured steel capped pistol grip walnut buttstock has beaded cheek piece on left side, is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, and terminates with a supple “KICK-EEZ” black pad. Gun is housed in its hard plastic makers logo-ed case. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 13oz.(without scope). LOP: 14-3/4”.

CONDITION: Excellent as field used and hunted. Brls with more than 95% original blue remaining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and sound with scattered impressions and light hunting bumps and retain more than 95% of their original finish. Frame retains more than 90% of it original case color thinning at carry point but mostly bold and vivid throughout. Bores are bright and shiny with excellent rifling. Scope optics are clear. Case is very good with some scuffs. MODERN. (3,500 – 5,500) 145

Lot 176 VERY USEFUL LE FORGERON SIDE BY SIDE DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. SN. 3995-1. Cal. 9.3x74R. Built with 24-1/4” brls that have slightly raised matted rear rib with engraved ramp front blade sight. Rear portion of rib with claw mount scope mounts and fixed rear sight. Tops of brls engraved “FORGERON” on right and “LIEGE” on left. Brl flats with proof stamps. Splinter forearm with lightly engraved Anson push button release and iron. Reinforced boxlock receiver is lightly scroll engraved with beaded fences. Trigger guard is lightly engraved on bow with SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers(front trigger articulated) auto ejectors, non-auto safety, hidden third fastener. Flat knob walnut buttstock checkered in point pattern and terminates with its original checkered butt. Housed in a full leather case with maroon felt interior. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 1oz. LOP: 14-5/8”. CONDITION: Excellent as field used. Brl retains about 95% of what appears to be its original blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with scattered impressions and handling marks and show normal field use. Frame is very good with some minor staining and beginning oxidation on fences. Gun is honest and shows field use. Bores are bright with some stubborn fowling. Mechanics are excellent. Case with rubs and scrapes throughout. C&R. (4,000-6,000)

Lot 177 UNUSUAL JAMES PURDEY & SONS ISLAND LOCK DOUBLE RIFLE. SN. 11461. Cal. .375. Gun currently has 28” fluid steel brls made by W.W. Greener. Brls with matted top rib that has 100, 200, & 300 yard flip up rear sights with blade rear sight. Tops of brls engraved “AMMIT .375. 2-1/2 CASE” on left and “40 GRS OF POWER & 320 GRS BULLET” on right.

Brl flats with proof stamps. Splinter forend is checkered in point pattern with fully scroll engraved Anson type release and iron. Island Lock hammer receiver is beautifully engraved in rose & scroll pattern with “J. PURDEY & SONS” at top of locks. Frame engraved in about 40% rose & scroll coverage as is the Jones rotary underlever. Blued trigger guard with SN at tang and some scroll. Fences are beaded with side clips and hammers are scroll & serpentine engraved. Top of frame engraved en-suite. Gun made with double triggers and extractor. Beautifully figured steel capped walnut pistol grip butt is checkered in point pattern, has sling eye, and silver oval on toeline. Beaded cheek piece on left side and terminates with its original checkered and engraved steel buttplate. Top of buttplate engraved “CHARGE 4-3/4 DRMS NO. 6 POWDER”. WEIGHT: 9lbs.

12oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as period modified with the new brls by Greener, which retain nearly all of their Greener factory blue. Buttstock and forend with checkering re-cut and retains most of an older restored finish never having been sanded. Locks with about 40% light color remaining and frame with case color in protected areas.

Bores are mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. ANTIQUE. (5,000-8,000) 146

Lot 178 BEAUTIFUL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION ALEXANDER HENRY DOUBLE RIFLE IN .450. SN. 6154. Cal. .450. Made with 28” damascus brls that have file cut flat top rib with flip up 200 yard rear sight and ramp blade front sight. Rib is inscribed at center “ALEXR HENRY EDINBURGH AND LONDON./MAKER TO THEIR ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WHALES AND DUKE OF EDINBURGH”. Breech ends of brls with doll’s head extension and small ring of engraving. Brl flats with proof stamped, makers stamp “AH”, SN, & “440”. Bottom rib with integral sling eye.

Splinter forearm is full coverage checkered with scroll engraved rotary release and iron. Interior with engraved screws. Casehardened back action receiver is beautifully engraved in fine scroll engraving in more than 80% coverage. Top of frame is near full coverage fine scroll engraved with panel engraved “HENRY’S NO. 132 PATENT”. Makers name in banner at center. Fire blued cocking indicators on sides with gold inlaid “COCKED”. Bottom of frame and Jones underlever engraved en-suite. Trigger guard is scroll engraved with SN at center of tang. Gun made with double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Full steel capped walnut pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern at wrist, has beaded cheek piece on left side, sling eye on toeline, and terminates with a checkered HRBP. Grip cap with trap door is nicely scroll engraved. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 15oz. DAC: 1-3/4”.

DAH: 2-3/4”. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent and collector quality. This beautiful double rifle appears to have seen very little use. Brls with more than 97% of their original damascus pattern remaining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain most of their original finish. Frame and locks retain well over 90% bold vivid original case color. Trigger gard beginning to tone at tang. Bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. A super cool high original condition double rifle.

ANTIQUE. (4,000-6,000)

Lot 179 GOOD QUALITY ALEXANDER HENRY HAMMER ROOK RIFLE. SN. 4840. Cal. .360. Made with 26” damascus brls that have file cut flat top rib with flip up 200 yard rear sight and ramp blade front sight. Rib is inscribed at center “ALEXR HENRY EDINBURGH AND LONDON./MAKER TO THEIR ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WHALES AND DUKE OF EDINBURGH”. Breech ends of brls with small ring of engraving. Brl flats with proof stamps, makers stamp “AH”, and SN. Bottom rib with integral sling eye. Splinter forearm is full coverage checkered with scroll engraved rotary release and iron.

Interior with engraved screws. Casehardened back action receiver is beautifully engraved in fine scroll engraving in more than 60% coverage. Top of frame is near full coverage fine scroll engraved. Makers name in banner at center of lock. Bottom of frame and Jones underlever engraved en-suite. Trigger guard is scroll engraved with SN at center of tang.

Gun made with double triggers, extractors, no safety. Full steel capped walnut pistol grip buttstock checkered in point pattern at wrist, has double beaded cheek piece on left side, sling eye on toeline, and terminates with its original lightly engraved steel heel and toe plates. Grip cap with trap door is nicely scroll engraved. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. LOP: 14-1/4” CONDITION: Excellent and mostly original. Brls with 80-90% of their lightly thinning original damascus pattern. Forearm is sound, checkering beginning to thin. Frame and locks with about 20% original color remaining. Engraving remains mostly crisp. Buttstock is excellent with scattered minor handling marks and retains most of its original finish with some finish added for preservation. Heel and toe clips have drifted to gray. Bore is mostly bright with scattered pitting throughout and shows some wear to lands and grooves.

Mechanics are excellent. A really handsome early double rifle from the premiere maker. ANTIQUE. (2,500-3,500) 147

Lot 180 CLEAN WESTLEY RICHARDS .360 EXPRESS DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. SN. 80237. Cal. .360 Express.

Made with 26” fluid steel brls that have file cut quarter rear rib with 200, 300, 400, 500 yard flip up rear sights and ramp blade front sight. Tops of brls engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS 360 EXPRESS” on right and “BOURNBROOK BIRMINGHAM” on left. Polished flats with nitro proof stamps and “360 EX 50-155”. Bottoms of tubes with SN and bottom rib integral sling eye. Splinter forearm checkered in point pattern with scroll engraved Anson push button release, escutcheon, and iron. Reinforced boxlock receiver is nicely near full coverage scroll engraved with makers name on tops of sides. Blued trigger plate and top lever. Long tang trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at rear of tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Steel capped pistol grip buttstock with carved teardrops behind receiver is checkered in 2 point flat top pattern through the wrist, has beaded cheek piece on left side, sling eye & gold oval on toeline, and terminates with an aging red Silver’s type pad. Gold oval on toe with large eagle and initials “H.S. III”. Gun is housed in a period full leather takedown case with reproduction makers trade label. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 9oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good to excellent as found and partially restored. Brls retain 95-97% of an older professionally restored rust blue finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain most of an older restored finish with some finish added for preservation. Frame with some color imaginable. Engraving mostly crisp. Trigger guard retains most of its professionally restored blue.

Bores are near excellent. Mechanics are crisp. Case is good with leather drying and has scrapes, losses, and staining. C&R. (3,000-5,000)

Lot 180A JOSEPH LANG & SON BOXLOCK EJECTOR ROOK RIFLE. SN. 14411. Cal. .360 Express. Built with 26” fluid steel brls that have file cut top rib with 100, 200, 300 yard flip up rear sights and blade front sight. Tops of brls with maker’s name, address, engraved “400/360. 2-7/8” SOLID METAL CASE” on right and “40 GRS CORDITE POWDER .300 GRS SOFT NOSE NICKEL BULLET” Breech ends of brls with engraved doll’s head extension and ring of engraving. Brl flats with caliber, SN, and “CORDITE 40 - 300 MAX” charge info. Bottom rib with integral sling eye. Splinter forearm with blued rotary latch release is checkered in point pattern with lightly engraved iron. Lightly border engraved boxlock receiver with makers name on sides. Blued and lightly engraved trigger plate. Gold inlaid “SAFE” ahead of safety slide. Blued long tang trigger guard with burst of scroll on bow, SN at tang. Gun made with double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety, and disc strikers. Steel capped walnut pistol grip buttstock is checkered in point pattern through the wrist, has beaded cheek piece on left side, sling eye & silver oval on toeline, and terminates with an aging No-shoc brand pad. WEIGHT: 8lbs. 15oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent as partially restored. Brls, trigger plate, and trigger guard retain nearly all of a professionally restored rust blue, as does top lever and forearm lever. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as restored with subsequent minor handling marks. There are 5 small pins in the stock between the rear of top tang and rear of comb. We are not sure what the repair was, as it is not visible at this time. Frame has drifted to mostly gray with some imaginable case color. Bore is slightly dark with well defined rifling. Mechanics are excellent. C&R. (3,500–5,500) 148

Lot 181 INTERESTING DANIEL FRASER & CO. .400 EXPRESS FALLING BLOCK RIFLE. SN. 3050. Cal. .400 Express. Made with 27” round brl that has file cut solid rib with 100, 200, & 300 flip up rear sights and ramp blade front sight. Center of rib engraved “DANL. FRASER & CO. GUN & RIFLE MANUFACTURERS FOR LEITH ST TERRACE EDINBURGH”. Wood forearm with ebony cap is checkered in point pattern and has scroll engraved latch release. Bottom of brl with load and caliber info. Falling block action is beautifully near full coverage scroll engraved on sides and bottom with fancy border patterns. Top of frame engraved “FRASER’S PATENT NO. 361”. Right side of receiver with thumb push lever and left side with brl set screw lever. Trigger guard is near full coverage scroll engraved with SN at center of bow. Top tang with gold inlaid “SAFE” ahead of the safety slide. Capped pistol grip English Walnut buttstock is checkered in point pattern, has beaded cheek piece, integral sling eye, and terminates with a modern Silver’s type red pad. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 9oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. CONDITION: Very good as partially restored. Brl with about half of its makers blue remaining. Some small areas of beginning oxidation are evident. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as competently restored with checkering re-cut. Frame retains 20-30% light original case color.

Bore is mostly bright and shiny. Mechanics are very good though safety is in need of adjustment as gun will fire when in safe potential. ANTIQUE. (2,500-4,000)

Lot 182 RARE JOSEPH LANG 10 BORE DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE. SN. 3551.

Cal. 10 Bore. Made with 26” fluid steel brls that have slightly raised matted top rib with 100, 150, 200 yard flip up sights and blade front sight. Bottom rib with integral sling eye. Brl flats stamped “10” with proof stamps. Wedge fastened splinter forend is near full coverage checkered with steel tip and lightly engraved iron. Sidelock hammer receiver is lightly scroll engraved with maker’s name at bottom of locks.

Hammers with safeties on each side. Bottom of frame is nicely scroll engraved as is the Jones rotary underlever.

Trigger guard with scroll on bow, SN at tang. Top tang is near full coverage scroll engraved. Steel capped walnut pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 2 point pattern through the wrist, has small beaded cheek piece on left side, sling eye & silver oval on toeline, and terminates with its original full steel buttplate. Accompanied by an old leg-o-mutton case. WEIGHT: 12lbs. 0oz. DAC: 1-7/16”. DAH: 1-3/4”. LOP: 14-3/8”. CONDITION: Good and would benefit from some mild restoration. Brls with scattered pin prick pitting on the outside some more significant pitting at grip area and near breech ends on rib. Forearm is very good. Checkering re-cut long ago. Frame has drifted to mostly gray with some staining and beginning pin prick pitting most notably on left side at carry point. Buttstock is very good as restored long ago and has scattered handling marks and impressions throughout. There is a rack number “18” on right side at butt. Buttplate with traces of original blue remaining. Bores are mostly excellent with minor beginning orange peel ahead of left chamber. Mechanics are fine. Case is fair with leather drying. A neat big bore rifle! ANTIQUE. (2,500-4,000)

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Lot 183 PETERS CARTRIDGE COMPANY 1927 CALENDAR. 1927 with all month sheets and retains top metal band. Artwork by Gustov Muss-Arnolt.

Measures 27” x 15”. CONDITION: Some light creasing in sky of image; spots of inpainting to calendar sheet; some paper restoration along bottom edge. (600900)

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Lot 184 REMINGTON NITRO ADVERTISING. TITLED “TRIBUTE TO A DOG”. Artwork by Lynn Bogue Hunt, circa 1929. Image measures 23.5” x 17”. CONDITION: Does not appear to be trimmed; three crease marks and very slight discoloration around edges. PROVENANCE: Herb Desch Collection. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 185 HERCULES POWDER COMPANY CALENDAR, 1930. Retains February page.

Artwork by Arthur D. Fuller. Image measures 30” x 12.5”, frame size 38” x 21.5”. CONDITION: Some creases, mostly along the top; two small holes near top; professionally framed and matted so bands are not visible. (700-1,100)

Lot 186 PETERS CARTRIDGE COMPANY CALENDAR, 1926. Retains single page from August.

Artwork by Gustov Muss-Arnolt. CONDITION: Professionally framed and matted, band is not visible.

Only two small creases near top of calendar otherwise very good. (400-600)

Lot 187 PETERS CARTRIDGE COMPANY CALENDAR, 1931. Retains original December page. Artwork by Lynn Bogue Hunt. Professionally framed and matted.

31” x 13.5”. Framed size measures 38” x 20”.

CONDITION: Some creases near the capital P lower edge of poster; small 2” areas where they have been darkened. (600-900)

Lot 188 US CARTRIDGE CALENDAR, 1929.

Retains December page. Framed and does not show whether top band is retained. Image measures 34.5” x 16”. CONDITION: Some spotting mostly in the upper area; some crease marks; some spots at lower edge of calendar page; professionally framed and matted. (400600)

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Lot 189 RARE CHAMBERLIN CARTRIDGE COMPANY TWO PIECE SHOTGUN SHELL BOX. 10 gauge. Box remains full and sealed.

CONDITION: Label has darkened slightly with some edge wear. (500-1,000)

Lot 190 PETERS HIGH GUN TWO PIECE SHELL BOX. 16 gauge. CONDITION: Strong label; very light wear.

(500-800)

Lot 191 GROUP OF FOUR PETERS SMOKELESS SHOTGUN SHELL BOXES. High velocity. All two piece boxes. CONDITION: 10 gauge with small tear to label on left hand side. Stains and rough edge. 12 gauge teal with small stains and wear. 16 gauge redhead with some wrinkling at one side, otherwise very strong. 20 gauge teal with edge wear otherwise very strong. (8001,200)

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Lot 192 TWO WINCHESTER NUBLACK, TWO PIECE SHOTGUN SHELL BOXES. One 10 gauge that is full and sealed. CONDITION: Small damage to corner at lower left, otherwise good. One 12 gauge that has split to top of box approximately .5”. (300-400)

Lot 193 GROUP OF FOUR BOXES, ALL TWO PIECE. Two redhead, both 12 gauge, one slightly brighter than the other. One Peters Referee, 16 gauge, small edge wear, slightly darkened. One mallard 12 gauge slightly darkened. (400-600)

Lot 194 RARE NEW YORK SPORTING POWDER GUN POWDER TIN, LAFLIN AND RAND POWDER COMPANY. 5.75” tall.

CONDITION: A few very small scratches to back of tin, otherwise good and original. (500-800)

Lot 195 RARE DUPONT POWDER TIN, EAGLE GUN POWDER. Can measures 4”.

CONDITION: Minor flaking and wear to painted surface; moderate discoloration and a few minor losses to paper label.

(400-600)

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Lot 196 EARLY DUNSCOMB SHOT CASE BY DILLINGHAM & CO., SHEBOYGAN, WISCONSIN, PAT. DATE JULY 15, 1879. With eight see through glass windows and two sliding drawers with porcelain handles. Case was advertised in a Hartley and Graham Arms and Ammunition catalog in 1899. A photocopy of that advertisement included. Measures 24” long x 12.5” tall x 10” deep. CONDITION: Glass appears to be original; all dispensing locks function; appropriate amount of wear for its age; surface is crazed on the drawers which helps display their age. (1,800-2,200)

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Lot 197 TWO GLASS TARGET BALLS. Three piece deep honey color with diamond quilted pattern, C. Bogardus Patd. applied 10th 1877, 2 5/8”. Second is also honey color, three piece, with ball pat. Oct. 23, 1877 on both sides, 2 5/8”. (500-800)

Lot 198 THREE GLASS TARGET BALLS. All shades of sapphire. Deepest color ball is three piece and has quilted diamond pattern. Marked Van Gutsen, A St, Quentin.

Second is diamond quilted pattern three piece marked MB Glassworks Perth. Third is two piece with embossed block pattern. All three are 2 5/8”. (500-800)

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Lot 199 TWO GLASS TARGET BALLS. Both are three piece ball with diamond quilted pattern, N.B. Glassworks Perth. CONDITION: Both are medium sapphire coloration. 2 5/8”. (400-600)

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Lot 200 TWO GLASS TARGET BALLS. Both are three piece and are unembossed. 2 5/8”. (400-600)

Lot 201 THREE GLASS TARGET BALLS. All are three piece, all three balls have patent Spet 14 1880 and March 14 1893.

One is deep sapphire and two amber. 2 1/4”. (300-500)

Lot 202 TWO GLASS TARGET BALLS. One with motif of man shooting a gun within circle. Bright to deep grass green. Three piece mold quilted diamond pattern. 2 5/8”. Second ball is two piece quilted diamond, NB Glassworks Perth, 2 5/8”.

(200-400)

Lot 203 TWO PITCH TARGET BALLS, WHICH PREDATE GLASS, CHAMBERLAIN AMMUNITION COMPANY. Each measures 1 3/4”.

(200-400)

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“The bond between a hunter and his dog can’t be described; But only felt” —Steve Reider

Lot 204 JOHN MARTIN TRACEY (1843-1893), OIL ON CANVAS. Titled “Marsh Shooting”. Self portrait of a setter retrieving a snipe for the artist. Signed lower left. Measures 19.5” x 13.5”. CONDITION: Lined canvas; small spot of inpainting on top left edge and at hunter’s lower pocket.

Provenance: New House Galleries, New York, New York.

Copley Fine Arts Auction, July 2009, lot 557. Red Fox Fine Art, Middleburg, Virginia. David Fannon collection.

(25,000-35,000)

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Lot 205 PHILLIP RUSSELL GOODWIN (1881-1935), OIL ON CANVAS. Titled “A Welcome Opportunity”.

Image measures 29” x 36”. Signed lower left. This image was used as a popular calendar image and promotional piece. Three early prints accompany the painting, showing it was used in 1925 and again in 1935 by different promotional companies. CONDITION: Original canvas is relined; previous water damage resulted in losses to the paint layer along the lower threeinches of the canvas; majority of signature was lost, but has since been restored. Provenance: David Fannon collection. (50,000-70,000)

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Lot 206 AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY (1896-1969), WATERCOLOR. Image measures 18.5” x 29”. Image of two ruffed grouse flying through an apple tree. Signed lower left. Professionally framed and matted. CONDITION: Excellent in all respects.

Provenance: Ex William B. Webster III Collection. Literature: The Crossroads of Sport, Inc. Catalog, New York, NY, 1967-1968, p. 80, illustrated. (20,000-25,000)

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Lot 207 AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY (1896-1969), WATERCOLOR. Image measures 19” x 29.5”. Signed lower left. A flushed woodcock with hunter at right taking aim, a short hair on point, and red barn in background. Colors remain vibrant. CONDITION: Excellent in all respects. (10,000-15,000)

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Lot 208 DAVID MAASS (b.1928), OIL ON BOARD. Image measures 24” x 34”.

Mallards in timbered marsh. Signed lower left. CONDITION: Painting appears excellent in all respects. (8,000-10,000) 164

Lot 209 LAURA CABLE (19th/20th CENTURY), OIL ON CANVAS BOARD. Image measures 44” x 29.5”. Signed and dated ‘89 lower left. A still life image from a successful hunt. CONDITION: As viewed under blacklight a usual expected amount of in painting for a painting of this age; the largest area of professional restoration near the wingtip of the mallard; original stretcher canvas has been laid down on board. Provenance: David Fannon collection. (2,500-3,500)

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Lot 210 CHET RENESON (b. 1934), WATERCOLOR. Image measures 17” x 27.5”. Signed lower left. Trout fisherman in northern woods pool. Deep vibrant colors. Framed in plexiglass. Frame measures 28’ x 36”.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (4,000-6,000)

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Lot 211 BOB KUHN (1920-2007), GAUCHE AND ACRYLIC ON PAPER BOARD. Illustration of a father and son landing a trout while fly fishing. Signed lower right. Image measures 12” x 14.5”. CONDITION: Very good. (3,000-5,000)

Lot 212 ROBERT VERITY CLEM (1933-2010), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Titled “Fox Hollow”. Depicts four greenwing teal in a small pond. Signed lower right. Very detailed watercolor. Image measures 17.5” x 28”. CONDITION: Very good and original. (3,000-4,000)

Lot 213 DAVID HAGERBAUMER (1921-2014), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Depicting 18 pintails dropping into flooded timber.

Signed and dated 1967 lower left. Image measures 20.5” x 29”.

CONDITION: Very minor discoloration at top edge, possibly from an earlier matting. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 214 DAVID HAGERBAUMER (1921-2014), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Depecting a lone flying woodcock. Signed and dated 1964 lower right. Image measures 21.5” x 29”. CONDITION: Excellent. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 215 LYNN BOGUE HUNT (1878-1960), LARGE GRAPHITE AND CHARCOAL ON PAPER. Depicting hunters and a guide near a herd of elephant.

Signed on lower part of image. Image measures 18.5” x 28”. CONDITION: Very good and original. (1,2001,800)

Lot 216 AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY (1896-1969), GRAPHITE AND CHARCOAL ON PAPER. Depicts four grouse under trees. Unsigned but from the Ripley estate. Sight size 7.75” x 11.5”. CONDITION: Very good and original. (500-800)

Lot 217 JIM KILLIN (b.1934), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Image measures 19.5” x 25”. Canada geese landing in marsh. Signed lower left.

CONDITION: Frame is slightly loose, but painting is excellent in all respects. (400-600)

Lot 218 JIM KILLIN (b.1934), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Image measures 21” x 28.5”. Signed lower right. Black ducks landing in marsh. Professionally framed and matted.

CONDITION: Very good and original. (400-600)

Lot 219 REGINOLD BOLLES (1887-1967), OIL ON PANEL. Of three flying greenwing teal. Signed lower right. Image measures 23.5” x 35.5”. CONDITION: Fine craquelure throughout the background; a few smudges along right side. (1,500-2,500)

Lot 220 GEORGE BROWNE (1918-1958), OIL ON CANVAS. Image measures 15.5” x 19.5”. Drake goldeneye cupping in. “GB” stamp on back of canvas.

Browne passed at an early age in an accidental shooting incident and many of his works were in different states of completion at the time of his death. This example shows a fully finished goldeneye in the foreground with a partially completed background. CONDITION: Canvas needs to be tightened but is in excellent condition. (1,800-2,200)

Lot 221 BRETT SMITH (B.1958), OIL ON CANVAS. Image measures 10.5” x 15.5”. Hunter and dog with flushed woodcock in wooded scene. Titled “After Woodcock”. Signed lower right.

CONDITION: Excellent in all respects. (1,000-1,500)

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Lot 222 UNKNOWN ARTIST (CIRCA 1890), TWO OIL ON CANVAS. A matched pair of dead game birds. A brace of woodcock and a brace of snipe.

Each measures 18.5” x 13.5”. Both are unsigned, but are possibly by Richard LaBarre Goodwin. Retain Opfer Auctioneer stickers. CONDITION: Both do not show any structural damage when viewed under blacklight; both are in original period frames with original canvas and stretcher. Provenance: David Fannon collection. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 223 UNKNOWN ARTIST AFTER PHILIP GOODWIN, CIRCA 1920s. Early oil on canvas copy of “Blazing the Trail” an important work by Phillip R. Goodwin done in 1911. Unsigned. Image measures 23.5” x 27.5”. CONDITION: 1” puncture upper center; two smaller punctures, one near sitting gentleman’s backpack, the other in lake; otherwise good. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 224 A.J. RUDISALL (b.1934), ACRYLIC ON HEAVY PAPER BOARD. Depicts three widgeon with great feather detail.

Signed lower right. Image size 18.5” x 24.5”. CONDITION: Very good and original. (1,200-1,800)

Lot 225 ALAN BROOKS (1869-1945), WATERCOLOR ON PAPER. Depicting a pair of scoters in the foreground, with other flying and swimming scoters in the background. Signed and dated 1913 lower left. Professionally framed and matted. Image measures 10.25” x 13.25”. CONDITION: Minor to moderate toning from age; short tear near signature; small puncture holes in sky. (1,200-1,800)

Lot 226 PACO YOUNG (1958-2005), ACRYLIC ON BOARD. Titled “Goose Hunting”. Depicts two goose hunters taking aim. Signed lower right, and dated 1997 on the back. Image measures 5.5” x 8.5”. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,000-1,500)

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Lot 227 ROB LESLIE (b.1947), ACRYLIC ON BOARD. Image measures 17” x 23.5”. Signed lower right. Titled “Autumn Resting Place”. Four Canada geese giving comfort to a Ward Brothers decoy. Professionally framed and matted. Frame measures 24” x 31”.

(1,500-2,500)

Lot 228 DAVID HAGERBAUMER (1921-2014), OIL ON CANVAS BOARD. Image measures 19.5” x 25.5”. Signed lower right. Dated 1964.

Professionally framed and matted. Frame size 26.5” x 32.5”. CONDITION: Very good and excellent.

(800-1,200)

Lot 229 GEORGE ROSS STARR, OIL ON BOARD. Depicting a hunter shooting bluebills over decoys. Signed and dated 1953. Image measures 24” x 27”. CONDITION: Some damage to upper right hand side of frame. (400-600)

Lot 230 UNKNOWN ARTIST, OIL ON CANVAS. Depicts a collared dog with mallard in mouth. Measures 19.5” x 16.5”. No visible signature. CONDITION: Canvas has been relined; restoration to a tear approximately 6” x 3” upper left; otherwise appear structurally good.

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Lot 231 RICHARD BARRETT DAVIS (UK, 1782-1854), OIL ON CANVAS. Depicts a pair of hunting dogs. Image measures 19.5” x 23”. Signed “Richard Barret Davis” along lower edge. CONDITION: As viewed under blacklight no visible tears show, but surface appears to have some inpainting in area between two dogs; craquelure around lower edge; varnish has darkened. Provenance: David Fannon collection. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 232 OIL ON BOARD, EARLY 20th CENTURY. Folky image of a setter with quail. Measures 18” x 14”. CONDITION: Slightly uneven varnish layer with minor discoloration and crazing, otherwise very good. Provenance: Charlie Hunter, III collection. (300-500)

Lot 233 THREE PAINTINGS OF HUNTING DOGS. Oil on board of pointer with quail, measures 12” x 15”, dated Septeedmbe 24, 1881, signed JHP, Jr on back. A water spaniel oil on canvas, measures 13.5” x 9”, signed lower right dated ‘15, has three repaired tears to original canvas on back. A setter, measures 8.5” x 11.5”, signed lower right S. Whittier, dated 07, original frame but has been relined.

CONDITION: As viewed under blacklight water spaniel with mallard in mouth shows 3 areas of inpainting; painting of setter has spots of inpainting mostly along lower left and left side. (300-600)

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Lot 234 OLD TOWN CANOE COMPANY (1st QUARTER 20th CENTURY), OLD TOWN MAINE. A 48” display model of the company’s full size canvas over slat canoes. Green with red and gold detailing. Company logo at both ends of boat. Numbered on the inside 82262-4 CONDITION: Original paint with minor flaking to lettering; some areas of early touchup to green; old repairs to cracked thwarts; one small tear in canvas at back of boat. (14,000-18,000)

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While often erroneously referred to as “Salesman Samples,” these small canoes are more accurately called “Display Models.” At 4’ in length or longer, they would have been extremely awkward for the traveling salesman of the day to carry around under his arm with an order form in the other hand. Rather, they were intended as promotional or advertising pieces to be hung or displayed by retail merchants as point of sale “eye catchers.” In fact, they are referred to as “Sign Canoes” on early factory inventories and shipping invoices. They were constructed using the same methods and materials and were meant as faithful representatives of the full size versions.

Many of the early makers used them to draw attention to their product. Known “Display” or “Sample” canoes by early Canadian manufacturers are extremely scarce. In the United States, Old Town Canoe and the Kennebec Canoe Companies led the pack in the production of these models. Kennebec made a total of approximately 60 samples between 1916 and 1926 and Old Town made at least 81 recorded samples (ie; given serial numbers on the company ledgers) between 1912 and 1931. It is reasonable, however, to believe that total production by Old Town could be higher as examples are known with no serial numbers. They were considered

incentives to vendors, and company legend has it that any outfitter placing an order for a boxcar load (40) of full size canoes would be given a 4’ model free as a premium. Whatever the reason, advertising or incentive, these samples truly served the purpose of the manufacturer – more sales.

Many of these display models have fallen by the wayside as children’s toys or have been lost to the ravages of time. In any event, any example extant today, regardless of condition, should be considered rare.

Reference: Young, Roger. 2011. “Early North American Canoe Manufacturer ‘Sample Models.’” Hunting and Fishing Collectibles Magazine. March/April.

Early development of the “carpentered canoe” seems to have taken place in and around the Peterborough, Ontario area in the 1850s, and similar innovations had taken place throughout New England by the 1880s. Briefly known as The Indian Old Town Canoe Company and then the Robertson Old Town Canoe Company, the firm was incorporated in 1903 as Old Town Canoe Company. Their craft had its roots in the Native American bark canoes encountered by early settlers upon their arrival in North America. Originally a working watercraft, and always a favorite with sportsmen, their popularity exploded, and by the early 1900s, the recreational canoe craze struck the United States, centered around the Charles River in eastern Massachusetts.

Reference: www.oldtowncanoe.com/heritage

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Lot 234A ATTRIBUTED TO THE SHOP OF THOMAS BROOKS (1828-1895), NEW YORK, NEW YORK. Cigar store Indian trade sign circa 1860. ‘Leaner’ style, which was a popular product of the Brooks shop, is resting on a corner post with club and cigars in hand. Appealing head dress with feathers bending to one side. Stands 88” tall including base. CONDITION: An older paint surface, probably circa 1930 or 1940; crazing and some stabilized flaking; typical cracks running length of body; some dark stained areas where something has dripped on back, appears to be something that could be cleaned up; cracks near ankle and heel of right foot; separation at elbow of right arm; headdress has two areas that have broken and are missing; one piece is broken and reattached. Provenance: Mark Goldman. (20,000-30,000)

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Lot 234B ATTRIBUTED TO THE SHOP OF LOUIS JOBIN (18451928), MONTREAL, QUEBEC. Cigar store Indian trade sign circa late 1870s. Jobin was a talented carver who began learning the trade before his teenage years. After apprenticing under his uncle and spending years working in carving shops in New York City and Montreal, Jobin opened his own shop in 1876. As the demand for ship’s figureheads and sternboards was in decline at this time, the carver moved much of his effort to trade signs and religious carvings for churches and pilgrims. Stands 78” tall including base.

CONDITION: Paint surface has been restored and stressed in some areas to create the appearance of age; some flaking at top of base; common cracks in body; some extra carving at top of shoulder and hand, not sure if decorative from when it was carved or added at a later time. Provenance: Mark Goldman collection. (20,000–30,000)

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Lot 235 WALTER MATIA, BRONZE. Titled “Missing the Master,” depicts a springer spanial standing over a retrieved grouse. Signed on back and numbered 8/24. Measures 21” x 17”. CONDITION: Excellent and original. Provenance: Leon Gorman collection. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 236 KEN PAYNE, BRONZE. Titled “Birth of a Warrior”. Depicting a native American leading three war horses. Signed and dated 91, numbered 18/30. Measures 27” long x 18” tall. CONDITION: Minor separation to joined pieces of wood on left side of base, otherwise excellent. (800-1,200)

Lot 237 GRANT SPEED, BRONZE. Titled “Saddling a Wild One”. Signed and dated 1986.

Stands 22” tall. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,5002,500)

Lot 238 GRANT SPEED, BRONZE. Titled “Gettin Him Used to Rope”. Stands 18” tall.

CONDITION: Very good and original. (1,500-2,500)

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Pat Godin

Lot 239 PAT GODIN (b.1953), PARIS, ONTARIO. “Birch Lake Ruffed Grouse,” made in 1993. Outstanding decorative ruffed grouse. Highly detailed feather carving and outstanding paint detail. Stone base is decorated with a carved birch stump and moss. Brass plaque on base indicates this carving won first best of show Northern Nationals and 3rd best of show Ward World Championship. Grouse measures 15” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (12,000-18,000)

In the last five decades, Pat has achieved multiple World Championship titles in four out of five World Class categories. Most recently in 2015, Pat won his fourteenth World Champion Award in the World Championship Shootin’ Rig class named the Jimmie Vizier Memorial Award after his father-in-law.

Pat’s other accolades include: • Two Best in World awards in the Shootin’ Rig class • Two titles in the World Decorative Lifesize category • Five titles in World Decorative Decoy Pairs category • Five titles in the World Decorative Miniature category • Best of Show awards in several competitions including: The Canadian National Decoy Contest in Toronto, the North American Wildfowl Carving Competition in Livonia, Michigan, the Midwest Decoy Contest in Pte. Mouillee, Michigan, the Gulf South Championship in New Orleans, Louisiana, the California Open Wildlife Art Festival in San Diego, California, the Pacific Flyway Wildfowl Art Show in Sacramento, California, and the Northern Nationals in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Pat is the proud recipient of numerous other honors including an invitation to represent North American carvers at the opening of the International Bird Carving Exhibition in Yokohama, Japan in 1993 as well as his induction into the Waterfowl Festival Hall of Fame in 1994 and Brantford’s Walk of Fame in 2001. Most recently, Pat was honored at the 2015 Ward World Champion Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival in Ocean City, Maryland and presented the title of Living Legend by the Ward Foundation.

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Birch Lake – Ruffed Grouse

Artist Pat Godin

The composition of this piece was inspired by a number of fishing and hunting trips I made to remote Birch Lake in northwest Ontario. The woodland there is boreal forest dominated by Jack Pine and Black Spruce and also Aspen and White Birch. This is prime habitat for the Ruffed Grouse along with Moose, Woodland Caribou, and Black Bear. Extensive photography of various plants, mosses, lichens, and fungi along with actual samples provided reference for the accurate creation of the bird’s environment. All elements in the composition were handmade and/or carved.

This is the first carving of the Ruffed Grouse created by Pat Godin.

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Gilles Prud’homme Master Carver Gilles Prud’homme of Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, is one of the world’s elite in the art of wildfowl wood carving. His sculptures, renowned as being among the best in the world, capture moments in time and reflect the relationship between predator and prey, the thrill of the hunt, and the powerful beauty of nature.

An eye for fine detail, a love of wildlife, and the dedication required to spend hundreds, possibly thousands, of hours creating one carving are qualities possessed by the world’s elite carvers. Carving both lifesize and miniature birds for over 25 years, Gilles is a third generation carver following in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather.

A master at creating his subjects with precision and detail, Gilles has won numerous awards at the international level.

With an extremely successful year at the 2006 Ward World Wildfowl Carving Championships, Gilles earned the title Master Carver. In 2007, Gilles not only entered the Masters Class with great success, but also for the first time competed in the prestigious World Class, where he earned the distinction of being named Third Best in World. Gilles repeated this amazing feat and once again placed Third Best in World in 2009, 2010 and 2011. He also has two, Canadian National, Best of Show titles to his credit.

Lot 240 GILLES PRUD’HOMME, SUDBURY, ONTARIO. A Sun bittern, 2009. 3rd best of Ward World Championship. 1st People’s Choice. 1st Place Canadian Championship. With carved flower and lilies. Mounted on a natural branch. Standing 23” tall and approximately 26” wide. CONDITION: Excellent in all respects.

(8,000-12,000)

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Lot 241 GILLES PRUD’HOMME, SUDBURY, ONTARIO. Red shafted flickers, 2011.

Leaves are made from thin, painted tin.

Birds and branch are carved from wood.

Standing 48” tall. CONDITION: Excellent in all respects. (8,000-12,000)

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Bruce Lepper Lepper began carving wildfowl in 1986 after a career as an advertising art director and graphic designer. Since he began competing in 1987, he has won numerous ribbons, including many Best in Shows in Canada, and in the U.S. In 1992 he started competing at the Ward World Championship, and in 1999 placed Second in World, Decorative Miniature Wildfowl. In 2003 he won a Best in Masters Decorative Life-size Wildfowl, and second in World Decorative Miniature Wildfowl. He has shown his work at the Easton Waterfowl Festival for the past ten years. Noted primarily for his songbirds, he is also recognized for his raptors. He is a respected teacher of bird carving in Canada and the US. The Ward Museum

Lot 242 PAIR OF HIGHLY DECORATIVE EASTERN MEADOWLARK, BRUCE LEPPER, MILLBROOK, ONTARIO, 2006. Each is perched on a pussywillow branch.

Stands 33.5” tall. CONDITION: Structurally good with original paint; damage to tip of bill on the top right bird. (2,000-4,000)

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Lot 243 GARY EIGENBERGER (b. 1960), WISCONSIN. European Bee-Eaters with Dragonfly, 2011. Both bee eaters have wings spread and are connected by the full size dragonfly they are competing for. This is an incredible finely detailed carving with individual feather texture, soft blended paint, and glass eyes. Stands 32” tall.

CONDITION: Small amount of tail damage to bird mounted to tree, otherwise excellent and original. (6,000-10,000)

Gary Eigenberger With a love for nature and the outdoors, and an intriguing interest in three-dimensional sculpture, Gary started sculpturing animals and birds in clay at an early age. His first exhibit was at his local public library at age seven. At age 14, Gary started sculpturing and carving birds out of wood with his only tool then being a pocketknife. Gary started carving seriously in 1987 as he became aware of the deep love he had for wildfowl and the art form. Having vivid impressions from observing nature, coupled with his natural artistic sense of design, intricate detail, and realism, allowed him to create various sculptures that have been on exhibit worldwide. He has received numerous “Best of Show” awards over the years throughout the United States. He has won Best in World title eight times, in the Masters Class 22 1st Best of Show, and in 2002, 2013 and 2019 was awarded first place Peoples Choice Award at the Ward World Wildfowl Carving Championships. He is also a sixteen time Gulf South Champion in the Miniature class and also won the Decorative Life-size purchase award in 2003, 2005, 2011 and 2012 sponsored by ConocoPhillips Petroleum.

Eigenberger also extends his knowledge of birds and his artistic expertise by judging various shows, teaching in carving seminars, and educating the public awareness of the art form of wildfowl carvings in conjunction with the conservation of our wildlife resources. He is featured in many national art and collecting magazines throughout the United States and his works can be found in various private and corporate collections, galleries, and exhibits including the prestigious Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum “Birds in Art” exhibits in 1991 - 1993, 1995, 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2013-2023, Christie’s of London, England “Wildlife Art” in 1997 - 2000, and the Easton Waterfowl Festival in 1999 - 2010, and was the selected artist to do the Masterpiece Carving for the Easton Waterfowl Festival in 2006, solo exhibits at the Bush Art Center in 2005, the Neville Public Museum in 2006 and 2011, Paine Art Center in 2016. Also a designated Signature Member Artist with the Society of Animal Artists. In 2023, his work was selected in the SAA exhibition tour celebrating the 63rd SAA annual exhibition.

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Lot 244 THOMAS HORN (b.1969), PENNSYLVANIA. Spot billed Toucanets, 2014. This piece won 3rd best at World Ward Championship. Constructed from a metal branch with the base and birds being from carved wood. Measures 28” tall.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (8,000-12,000)

Thomas Horn This is a pair of ocellated antbirds found in central America. They can be found on the forest floor, following army ants and feeding off of insects.

The snake is a Fer-delance, a very common venomous pit viper found through central and south America. It is very well camouflaged and difficult to see. When I was viewing these birds in Costa Rica the guides overly expressed caution for these snakes when I stepped of the trail to photograph. I wanted to create that danger dynamic with this piece. The birds and snake are carved from tupelo wood and hand textured. The habitat is forged from brass and steel and the entire piece is then painted with acrylics. The piece was commissioned in 2014 and completed in 2015.

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Lot 245 GORDON HARE (b.1956), CANADA. “Emerald Toucanet,” 1993. Standing 23” tall. Both branch and toucanet are carved and painted wood. CONDITION: Excellent in all respects. (3,000-5,000)

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Lot 246 PAIR OF AMERICAN AVOCETS, GILLES PRUD’HOMME, SUDBURY, ONTARIO, 2007. 3rd Best of Ward World Championship. Stands 16” tall. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (6,000-10,000)

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Lot 247 FLOYD SCHOLZ, VERMONT. Full size sparrow hawk, mounted to a carved and painted branch, mounted to a base. Highly detailed feather carving with turned head, crossed wingtips, and glass eyes. Measures 31” in height.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (4,000-6,000)

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Lot 248 JOHN LEEDER (20th/21st CENTURY), CANADA. Decorative red-tailed hawk, 3rd Best of Ward Championship. Perched with wings out, fanned tail, and open beak. Stands 21” tall.

CONDITION: Carving remains excellent and original. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 249 DENNIS SCHROEDER, TRINITY ALPS, CALIFORNIA. Decorative minnow chasing widgeon. Swimming pose with open bill and raised wings. Detailed feather carving throughout. Signed and dated 1995 on the underside. Measures 17.25” long. CONDITION: Small chip at the tip of two tail feathers, otherwise excellent and original. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 250 DENNIS SCHROEDER, TRINITY ALPS, CALIFORNIA. Excellent redhead with tucked and turned head, raised foot, detailed wing and tail feather carving. Excellent feather detailing throughout. Signed and dated 1994 on the underside. Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 251 PATRICK GODIN (b.1953), PARIS, ONTARIO. Decorative gadwall with relief wing and tail feather carving and raised, crossed wingitps.

Identified, signed, and dated 1994 on the underside. Measures 14.25” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,500-2,500)

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Jim Sprankle Jim began carving in 1968 and has become one of the best-known wildfowl wood sculptors in the world. His carvings have earned him considerable recognition throughout Europe, Japan and North America.

After growing up in Lafayette, Indiana, and before he became a waterfowl artist, Jim Sprankle was a professional pitcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds organizations, as well as a public relations banking executive and a self-employed businessman.

Early age adventures in wildfowl hunting, combined with a family wood-working and taxidermy background, helped produce Sprankle’s incredible knack for his life-like wood carvings. While he lived in New York State and Maryland, he maintained large aviaries that contained every specie of marsh duck and many divers. The ability to consistently observe these birds up close also contributed to the skills that gave Jim a competitive edge in his carving In 1998 he was invited by the Department of the Interior to be one of the five judges of the Federal Duck Stamp Competition held in Washington, D. C. He has also judged the World Championship Duck Call Contest in Stuttgart, Arkansas, and for 26 consecutive years he judged The Ward Foundation World Championship Carving Competition in Ocean City, Maryland. He is the first person ever to judge the Duck Stamp Competition twice, and he was able to do this in his hometown, Sanibel Island, Florida, in 2007. This past spring Jim was named “Citizen of the Year” by the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce and “Volunteer of the Year” by the Federal Refuge Service.

On March 22, 2011, Jim donated his complete collection of 43 hand-carved and painted decoys to the J. N. “Ding” Darling Education Center located on Sanibel.

This represents one bird for each year of his carving career. The permanent exhibit is entitled, “Folk Art to Fine Art”. He plans to add one bird a year to the collection for as long as he is able.

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Lot 252 JIM SPRANKLE (b.1934), CONKLIN, NEW YORK. Excellent decorative shoveler drake with slightly turned head and relief leg carving. Highly detailed feather carving with raised, crossed wingtips. Excellent bill detail. “First place in species World Championship 1980” also signed and identified on underside. Measures 13.25” long. CONDITION: Tiny paint flake at tip of tail; reset chip in one raised wing feather otherwise excellent. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 253 JIM SPRANKLE (b.1934), CONKLIN, NEW YORK. Decorative cinnamon teal with highly detailed feather carving and raised wingtips. Head is tucked and slightly turned. Relief carved legs on lower sides. “First place World Championship 1980 cinnamon teal drake by Jim Sprankle” written on the underside. Measures 11.5” long. CONDITION: Tiny rub on tip of tail feather and a very tiny chip on the tip of one wing feather.

(1,200-1,800)

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Lot 254 JIM SPRANKLE (b.1934), CONKLIN, NEW YORK. Decorative hooded merganser hen with tucked and slightly turned head and carved feet. Highly detailed feather carving, including extended crest and raised, crossed wingtips. Excellent bill carving detail. Identified, signed, and dated 1982 on the underside. Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Very minor paint rubs, otherwise excellent and original. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 255 JIM SPRANKLE (b.1934), CONKLIN, NEW YORK. Decorative hollow black duck with tucked and uplooking head pose. Carved legs on lower sides. Highly detailed feather carving with raised, crossed wingtips. Identified and signed on the underside, writing also indicates it was best of show 1983 US National Decoy Contest. Measures 15.5” long.

CONDITION: The tip of one raised wing feather was reset; middle tail feather with touchup. (1,200-1,800)

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Ben Heinemann A childhood fascination with waterfowl and his first trips to an uncle’s duck blind inspired artist Ben A. Heinemann to carve his first bird in 1971. Ben carved and painted in those early years for his own pleasure. Maintaining a rig of 75-100 decoys which required painting almost every fall was his first introduction to his decoy career.

Heinemann entered his first decoy competition in Davenport , Iowa in 1977. This was the only time he would compete as an intermediate carver as the following year he would find himself in the “world class” professional level. Since his bird carving career began Ben has gained international recognition for his detail and accurate renditions of wildfowl carvings.

In 1978 his innovative carving of a Canadian Goose was judged “Best in World” goose competition; beginning a string of five goose “Worlds Championship” First Place titles. In 1990 Ben was awarded Third Place in the Worlds Championship Pairs Wildfowl category with his full size scale carving pair of American Northern Shovelar. Many other awards include “Best of Shows” and numerous achievement recognitions from the Backbay Virginia Carving Competition in Virginia Beach, the East Carolina Wildfowl Competition in Washington, NC, the North American Wildfowl Carving Competition in Detroit, the Core Sound Decoy Waterfowl Festival in Harker’s Island, NC, the California Open Carving Competition in San Diego, and the Davenport Wood Carvers Competition in Davenport, Iowa.

Work by Ben A. Heinemann can be found in the Core Sound Museum of Wildfowl Art, Harker’s Island , North Carolina and many private collections. Back Bay Wildfowl Museum , Virginia Beach, Virginia featured Ben’s work in 1984.

In 1994 Ben was featured by the Herald Sun Newspaper, Durham , NC “Artist of the Year”. A pair of his wood ducks was proudly displayed on the front of the ‘Wildlife in North Carolina ‘ magazine in 1987 .

Over the years Ben has taught seminars and work shops and is frequently asked to judge competitions across the country.

Although competitions have provided some of the inspiration for Ben’s work , his concern is to perpetuate the tradition of waterfowl decoy sculpture as the true American art form.

Ben currently resides with his wife Karen in Durham , NC . He has two children; Ben Justin and Katherine Lee.

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Lot 256 BEN HEINEMANN, ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA. Flying grouse on painted backboard. Relief wing and tail feather carving. Plaque is painted with an autumn forest scene.

Signed on the backboard. Also signed and dated 2/20/16 on the back. Grouse measures 15” long, 13.5” wingspan. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,200-1,800)

Lot 257 BEN HEINEMANN, ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA. Flying woodcock.

Relief wing feather carving. Measures 11.5” long, with a 14” wingspan. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,200-1,800)

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Lot 258 BEN HEINEMANN, ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA. Excellent pair of pintails. Hollow carved with raised, crossed wingtips.

Drake in high head pose, with detailed comb feather paint. Each are signed and dated ‘08. Measure 16” and 18” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,200-1,800)

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Lot 259 BEN HEINEMANN, ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA. Rigmate pair of redheads. Hollow body with turned heads. Both branded Heinemann in underside. Also stamped R. Kobli” on underside. Strong comb painting on drake. Both have original keels. Measure 14” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (800-1,200)

259 260 Lot 260 BEN HEINEMANN, ROCKY MOUNT, NORTH CAROLINA. Pair of oversize wood ducks. Hollow carved with relief carved wing tips and comb feather paint detail on drake. Hen in preening pose and drake in swimming pose. Both with extended crests. Maker’s brand on the underside. Brand from the rig of Ron Kobli on the underside. Measures 16” and 19.5” long. CONDITION: Drake has a small dent and paint flake on one side, otherwise both are very good and original. (1,000-1,500) 202

Lot 261 JIM SCHMIEDLIN (1945-2015), BRADFORDWOODS, PENNSYLVANIA. Pair of canvasbacks with heads turned 50 degrees.

Hollow carved with relief wing and tail feather carving. “JAS” branded on the underside, also with painted scene of flying canvasbacks on the underside. Signed and dated 2006. Measure 15” and 16.5” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with very minor yellowing from the varnish coat; tiny paint flake on tip of drake’s bill; slight separation at body seam on one side of drake. (6,000-9,000)

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Lot 262 JIM SCHMIEDLIN (1945-2015), BRADFORDWOODS, PENNSYLVANIA. Tucked head bufflehead with relief tail carving. Hollow carved with head turned approximately 50 degrees. Signed and dated 2003. Makers initials and reward for return label on underside.

Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Mix of original and in use touchup by the maker show minor discoloration and wear; tight crack in breast and one side. (3,000-4,000)

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Lot 263 JIM SCHMIEDLIN (1945-2015), BRADFORDWOODS, PENNSYLVANIA. Hollow carved bluebill wth slightly turned head and incised tail feather carving. Dated 8/05 and branded “JAS” on the underside. Also with Jim’s Reward for Return label. Measures 15” long.

CONDITION: Two hairline cracks along the back, otherwise very good and original. (2,5003,500)

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Lot 264 JIM SCHMIEDLIN (1945-2015), BRADFORDWOODS, PENNSYLVANIA. Hollow carved goldeneye with slightly turned head and relief wing carving. “JAS” branded on the underside. Also with Jim’s Reward for Return label. Measures 15.25” long. CONDITION: Flaking and gunning wear on back, tail, and bill; the rest appears to be a second coat of paint by the maker; very good structurally. (2,500-3,500)

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Lot 265 GEORGE STRUNK (b.1958), GLENDORA, NEW JERSEY. Pair of hollow carved gadwall with raised, crossed wingtips and relief tail feather carving. “G Strunk” stamped in to lead weights. Also signed on the underside. Measure 16.25” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. Provenance: Gordon Mulava collection. (800-1,200)

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Lot 266 GEORGE STRUNK (b.1958), GLENDORA, NEW JERSEY. High head wood duck drake with raised “V” wingtips and relief tail feather carving. Head is slightly turned with extended crest feathers. Fine comb feather paint detail on sides.

Signed on the underside. Measures 15” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. Provenance: Gordon Mulava collection.

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Lot 267 GEORGE STRUNK (b.1958), GLENDORA, NEW JERSEY. Rigmate pair of ringnecks. Signed and dated 2009, with pad weights and Strunk’s stamp in underside. Both have turned heads, raised crossed wingtips, carved extended tail.

Measures 14” long. CONDITION: Mint. (800-1,200)

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Lot 268 WARD BROTHERS, CRISFIELD, MARYLAND. Pair of mallards, dated 1955. Balsa bodies with slightly turned heads. Hen with excellent paint detail. Both are signed and dated on the bottom. Hen with “Winner at New York Decoy Contest” written on the underside. Measure 17” long.

CONDITION: Separation at a seam in balsa runs along the underside of drake, otherwise both are excellent and original. (4,000-5,000)

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Lot 269 WARD BROTHERS, CRISFIELD, MARYLAND. Pair of canvasbacks.

Hollow carved, shooting stool models with slightly turned heads and thick stipple paint. Signed and dated 1966. Both are signed and dated on the underside. Also branded “Hall” and “WHP Jr” for the collection of William Purnell. Measure 16.5” and 17” long. CONDITION: Small amount of touchup to flaking on edge of hen’s bill; otherwise excellent and original.

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Lot 270 WARD BROTHERS, CRISFIELD, MARYLAND. 1948 style, balsa body Canada goose. Slightly turned head and detailed bill carving. “W” branded on the underside. Signed and dated 1948 at a later date. Measures 24” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with minor to moderate gunning wear; small dents in balsa body; roughness on edge of tail with touchup; drying crack in one side of neck; some touchup to black on neck and head; tiny chips at underside of bill tip. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 272 MILES HANCOCK (1887-1974), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Very rare swan decoy. Two holes in underside indicate it had feet or was used in a field. Applied and sculpted wings with a crooked neck. 25” long.

CONDITION: Multiple coats of old white paint that shows good age; flaking area where one wing is attached; small chip at one side of tail.

Provenance: Charlie Hunter, III collection. (5,000-10,000)

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Lot 273 DOUG JESTER (1876-1961), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Excellent canvasback with slightly turned head. Charlie Hunter collection tag on the underside. Measures 17” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with minor wear; hairline crack in tail; old glue visible where bill was cracked down and reset; with some of the glue dripping down neck. (800-1,200)

Lot 274 DOUG JESTER (1876-1961), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Canada goose from an earlier period. Retains Charlie Hunter collection metal tag, as well as Julia & Guyette auction sticker from February 2, 1991. Made from cotton wood. Measures 23” long. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy wear; original paint has worn and discolored with bare wood exposed on body and rubs to head. (1,000-1,500)

Lot 275 LLOYD TYLER (1898-1970), CRISFIELD, MARYLAND. Canada goose wtih long tail.

Charlie Hunter collection tag inlayed in the underside. Measures 25” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate gunning wear; tight drying crack along the underside; drying cracks in neck; roughness on of bill; chipping at neck seat. (1,200-1,800)

Lot 276 ELKANAH COBB (1852-1943), COBB ISLAND, VIRGINIA. Hollow carved black duck with split tail carving and serifed “E” carved on the underside. Measures 16” long.

CONDITION: Old in use repaint on body with moderate wear; slight separation at body seam; tight drying cracks and losses to wood on underside; inlayed head is a well done professional replacement; crack through neck with head slightly loose. (800-1,200)

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Lee Dudley Only this single photo of North Carolina’s most famous decoy maker has survived. A small, slight man who was said to be tough for his size, Dudley made a living carving decoys. Most of his decoys were made and used around 1900. In North Carolina, the seasons were long and the salt water was harsh.

One wonders why Lee would have made such a delicate working birds. Pencil thin necks, long bills, it’s a wonder that any survived with the right heads and bills. In fact, probably the majority of Dudley decoys that have survived, either have a new bill, or completely new head.

Joel Barber was the first to recognize Dudley’s artistic talents. His book published in 1939 starts off chapter one, with Barbers account of visiting the Dudley farm in Knotts Island, where purchased his first Dudley decoy. Barber wrote, “the decoys were very old and carved to perfection.”

Dudley decoys have been coveted since and are still regarded as the most coveted and desirable North Carolina decoys made.

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Lot 277 LEE DUDLEY (1860-1942), KNOTTS ISLAND, NORTH CAROLINA. Widgeon drake. “LD” branded in underside. 13” long. CONDITION: Several coats of old working paint, some of which is original; restoration to bill by Cameron McIntyre; several shot scars; cracks in neck. (12,000-18,000)

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Alvirah Wright Born in Camden, North Carolina in 1869, Alvirah Wright was a tug boat captain, logger and boat builder. While operating a logging business near fruitful market hunting grounds in Currituck County, Wright supplemented his logging business by making decoys. Alvirah Wright made approximately 300 decoys between 1900 and 1925. He made large battery canvasbacks, redheads, bluebills, and ruddy ducks. All of his decoys have high graceful heads, large bodies and delicately carved bills. The bodies of his decoys were wide across the stern, much like a boat, with hand chopped tails.

Lot 278 ALVIRAH WRIGHT (1872-1951), KNOTTS ISLAND, NORTH CAROLINA. Bluebill drake with tack eyes and Elizabeth City iron weight. Retains early Charlie Hunter collection tag on underside. An “X” carved on underside. Classic sharp forehead line with tall neck and slightly extended tail. CONDITION: Original head has been off and reattached; piece of wood missing from top of back; crack through one side of head and near neck base; old paint some of which is original; worn to wood from heavy use. (6,0008,000)

Lot 279 GEORGE CROSSON (b.1955), BACK BAY, VIRGINIA. Whistling swan. Made in 1950 as part of a rig of 8. Canvas over wire construction. “GC” carved in underside, as well as Charlie Hunter collection tag and Kangas brand. Additionally retains sticker from sale at Collins Gallery, August 14, 1993. Measures 32” long.

CONDITION: Original paint that has discolored with some rubs; tiny tear to canvas all from moderate use. Literature: “Decoys a North American Survey,” p. 27, plate 43, rigmate pictured. (1,800-2,500)

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Lot 280 UNKNOWN MAKER (LATE 19th CENTURY), COBB ISLAND, VIRGINIA. Black bellied plover with deep relief wing carving, carved eyes, and hardwood bill splined to back of head.

Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Paint has worn to mostly bare wood with tight cracks and dents; the bill appears to be original.

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Lot 281 DAVE “UMBRELLA” WATSON (1851-1939), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Black bellied plover with scratch feather paint detail. Measures 8.75” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate gunning wear; moderately hit by shot; tight crack in top of head. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 282 UNKNOWN MAKER (1st QUARTER 20th CENTURY), CRISFIELD, MARYLAND. Sanderling that originally had two iron legs that were cut at some point. Measures 8.5” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate discoloration and wear under a thin coat of varnish; chipping and roughness on tip of tail; moderately hit by shot in one side; bill is a later replacement. (800-1,200) 282 213

Lot 283 CHIEF EUGENE CUFFEE (1861-1941), EAST HAMPTON, NEW YORK. Large curlew with dropped wing carving, carved eyes, and slightly reared back head. Measures 15” long. CONDITION: Original paint with very minor wear; hairline crack in underside otherwise very good and original. (1,500-2,500) 283

Lot 284 UNKNOWN MAKER (LATE 19th CENTURY), SEAFORD, LONG ISLAND. Black bellied plover. Relief carved wings and carved eyes, typical of the Seaford School. Measures 11.25” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate to significant wear; moderately hit by shot; tight drying cracks on underside; bill is a professional replacement; glass eyes that were added at some point have been removed and carved eyes restored. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 285 PARKER HALL (19th/20th CENTURY), MASSACHUSETTS. Golden plover in winter plumage. Split tail carving with drilled carrying hole at wingtips. Wide flat top head typical of the maker. Measures 10.25” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate to significant flaking and wear; protected under an early coat of varnish; lightly hit by shot; minor roughness on edge of tail. (1,200-1,800) 285 214

Lot 286 CHARLES THOMAS (b.1875), ASSINIPPI, MASSACHUSETTS. Large willet with relief wingtip carving and tack eyes. Hillman collection ink stamp on the underside.

Measures 14.75” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate crazing and wear; three nails were added to a separation in wood on one side with rust stains at nails heads; tip of bill was chipped and reshaped. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 287 UNKNOWN MAKER (1st QUARTER 20th CENTURY), CAPE COD, MASSACHUSETTS. Golden plover in winter plumage with split tail carving and pained eyes. Measures 10.5” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate flaking and wear; lightly hit by shot, otherwise very good structurally. (1,200-1,800)

287 Lot 288 UNKNOWN MAKER (1st QUARTER 20th CENTURY), HINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS. Very similar to, and possibly by, Joseph Lincoln with split tail carving and tack eyes. Mackey collection ink stamp on underside. Measures 11.75” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with minor flaking and wear; heavily hit by shot in one side; old chip on top of tail was darkened at some point; the bill is original but the front half has been darkened. (1,000-1,400) 288 215

Lot 289 CHARLES TURNER (1860-1939), ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY. Excellent yellowlegs. Measures 10.5” long. CONDITION: Original paint with very minor wear; the original bill is very slightly loose; otherwise excellent structurally. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 290 FRED BENNETT (19th CENTURY), CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY. Black bellied plover in eclipse plumage. Plump body with small glass eyes. Measures 11” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with very minor wear; a few small dents and shot marks; small bill chip repair on underside of bill with repaint on the bill. (1,200-1,800) 290

Lot 291 NATE FRAZER (CIRCA 1900), TUCKERTON, NEW JERSEY. Black bellied plover. Very similar to the work of Harry V. Shourds. Measures 9.75” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with minor wear; surface has darkened with age; bill is a very well done professional replacement. (1,000-1,500) 291 216

Lot 292 HENRY KILPATRICK (1868-1945), BARNEGAT, NEW JERSEY. Very rare and outstanding Canada goose. Hollow carved with raised neck seat. One of a group of six geese and six brant that were found wrapped in newspaper in a coal bin in Philadelphia. Some remnants of newspaper still stuck to one side, also with newsprint on underside.

Measures 24” long. CONDITION: Very strong original paint with minor flaking and wear; minor discoloration from long term storage; very good structurally. (4,000-6,000)

Lot 293 JOSEPH KING (1905-1992), MANAHAWKIN, NEW JERSEY. Very rare canvasback with carved eyes and scratch feather paint detail on back. Hollow carved with raised neck seat and inlayed lead weight on the underside. “JD Jackson” branded on the underside. Measures 17” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate discoloration and wear; separation at body seam; moderately hit by shot; tight crack on one side of neck base. (1,200-1,800)

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Lot 294 GEORGE SKEERY (1916-1965), PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, NOVA SCOTIA. Stick up Canada goose in preening pose with one raised wing. Large tack eyes and three iron legs added at a later date.

Charlie Hunter collection brass tag on underside. Measures 20” long.

CONDITION: Early in use repaint by Stacey Bryanton, with moderate flaking and wear; drying split along the underside; early root head has been there for a long time, but may not be original. (600-900)

Lot 295 WILLIAM BOWMAN (19th CENTURY), LAWRENCE, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK. Rare hollow carved Canada goose with incised bill carving and carved eyes. Believed by some to have been carved by Charles Sumner Bunn. Measures 28” long. CONDITION: In use repaint with moderate flaking and wear; tight drying cracks in breast; crack through neck; early professional bill chip repair. (800-1,200)

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Lot 296 UNKNOWN MAKER FROM THE EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA (EARLY 20th CENTURY). Canada goose with relief wing tip carving and head turned looking skyward. Measures 21.5” long. CONDITION: Old in use repaint with moderate flaking and wear; filled cracks in back; roughness on edge of tail.

Provenance: Charlie Hunter III collection. (500-800)

Lot 297 ROOT HEAD CANADA GOOSE FROM LONG ISLAND, 1st QUARTER 20th CENTURY. Root head goose with unpainted underside. Old label on underside of tail says that the decoy is from the rig of hunting guide Everette Talmage of South Hampton, Long Island. Measures 24 3/4” long. Retains Charlie Hunter metal tag on underside. CONDITION: Thin original paint with very minor wear; some chipping at base of neck; small chip where bill meets face was reglued with small amount of glue visible; some loss to heart wood on underside near tail.

Provenance: Charlie Hunter III collection. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 298 BEN SCHMIDT (1884-1968), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Hollow carved Canada goose with removable head. Relief wingtip carving. Hollowed from the underside. Doweled head is removable. Measures 25” long. CONDITION: Original paint with minor discoloration and wear; keel was removed at some point; drying cracks in back. Provenance: Jim and Patti Aikin Collection. (2,000-3,000)

Lot 299 BEN SCHMIDT (1884-1968), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Both with relief wing feather carving and hen with extensive feather stamping. Drake has two piece body. Both have had their wooden keels removed. Measure 17.25” long.

CONDITION: Hen is excellent and original; drake with very minor wear, blunting and minor roughness on tip of tail, very minor separation at body seam. Provenance: Jim and Patti Aikin Collection. (1,200-1,800)

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Lot 300 BEN SCHMIDT (1884-1968), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Pair of redheads with relief wingtip carving.

Measures 15” long. CONDITION: Original paint with very minor wear; fine hairline crack in lower side of hen; tiny spot of touchup on one side of drake’s bill tip; otherwise both very good and original. Provenance: Jim and Patti Aikin Collection. (1,200-1,800)

Lot 301 BEN SCHMIDT (1884-1968), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Pair of bluebills with relief wing carving and weighted wooden keels. Measure 13.5” and 14” long.

CONDITION: Original paint with very minor wear; slightly uneven coat of varnish has darkened with age; tiny chip in edge of drake’s tail. Provenance: Jim and Patti Aikin Collection. (1,200-1,800)

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Lot 302 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Premier grade green wing teal hen with hollow carved body and relief bill carving.

Partially illegible brand painted on underside “H.G.W.” possibly. Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Original paint with some spots of strengthening including edge around bill and area about the size of quarter at front of breast; neck seam and tight crack under neck seam; also darkened area at top of head; tight seam separation on one side of body; a few dents. (1,500-2,500) 302

Lot 303 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Standard grade green wing teal drake with glass eyes. 1” round inlet weight on the underside. Measures 12.5” long. CONDITION: Original paint with moderate gunning wear; hairline cracks in back and underside; roughness on one side of bill and tail; neck filler was replaced. (1,000-1,400)

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Lot 304 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Standard grade green wing teal hen with glass eyes. Measures 12” long.

CONDITION: Original paint protected by a coat of varnish that has partially worn off; neck filler has been replaced; crack running length of underside where glue is visible inside. (500-700)

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Lot 305 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Standard grade blue wing teal drake with glass eyes. Number 133 stenciled on underside representing the collection stamp of Joe French. Measures 12” long.

CONDITION: Excellent original paint protected by coat of varnish; neck filler has been replaced; a few small scratches from light gunning wear. (800-1,000)

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Lot 306 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Standard grade blue wing teal hen with glass eyes. Weight has been inset to the body. Measures 12” long. CONDITION: Strong original paint with some rubs; small area of flaking and shot scars; one tight hairline crack; areas of original neck filler missing. (600-800)

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Lot 307 MASON DECOY FACTORY (1896-1924), DETROIT, MICHIGAN. Standard grade green wing teal hen with tack eyes. Measures 12” long.

CONDITION: Strong original paint; shot scar across the bill; a few small rubs; replaced neck filler. (400-600)

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Lot 308 DELBERT “CIGAR” DAISEY (1928-2017), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Pair of greenwing teal with slightly turned, swimming heads. Identified, signed, and branded “Cigar” on the undersides.

Relief wingtip carving. Measures 11.25” and 12” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 309 DELBERT “CIGAR” DAISEY (1928-2017), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Sleeping dowitcher carved from a single piece of wood.

Relief wing and split tail carving. Signed and stamped ‘Cigar’ on the underside. Measures 7” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (500-800)

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Lot 310 DELBERT “CIGAR” DAISEY (1928-2017), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Dowitcher in feeding pose with relief wing and split tail carving. Signed and stamped ‘Cigar’ on the underside. Mounted on clam shell base. Measures 9” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (400-600)

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Lot 311 DELBERT “CIGAR” DAISEY (1928-2017), CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA. Yellowlegs with relief wing and split tail carving. Signed and stamped ‘Cigar’ on the underside. Measures 11.5” long. CONDITION: Minor discoloration, otherwise very good and original. (400-600)

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Lot 312 STEVE WEAVER (b.1950), CAPE COD, MASSACHUSETTS. Titled “Busting from Cover,” depicts a woodcock taking flight with outstretched wings and legs. Relief wing and tail feather carving. Signed and dated 2009 on the underside of base. Bird measures 3” long, 6.75” tall including base. CONDITION: Excellent and original.

(2,500-3,500) Lot 313 STEVE WEAVER (b.1950), CAPE COD, MASSACHUSETTS. Titled “Nestled Beneath the Birches”, miniature woodcock with slightly turned head. Signed and dated 2011 on the underside of base. The maker’s best feather detailing. Leaves and one feather applied to base. Bird measures 4.5” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,5002,500)

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Lot 314 WILLIAM GIBIAN (b.1946), ONANCOCK, VIRGINIA. Miniature, preening willet. With raised wing. “Gibian” carved in the underside. Stands on a carved clamshell base. Measures 4.25” long, stands 6.5” tall. CONDITION: Original paint with minor discoloration; excellent structurally. (500-800)

314 Lot 315 WILLIAM GIBIAN (b.1946), ONANCOCK, VIRGINIA. Two miniature willets. One with slightly turned head and relief wing carving. Other in feeding pose with open bill and raised wingtips. “Gibian” carved in the underside. Measure 5.25” and 6” long. CONDITION: Very minor discoloration, otherwise excellent and original. (600-900)

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Lot 316 WILLIAM GIBIAN (b.1946), ONANCOCK, VIRGINIA. Pair of miniature standing pintails.

Raised wingtips and slightly turned heads. “Gibian” carved on the underside of each. Measure 6” and 8” long. CONDITION: Original paint with minor discoloration on undersides from an uneven coat of varnish; excellent structurally. (1,000-1,500) 316 227

Lot 317 WENDELL GILLEY (1904-1983), SOUTH WEST HARBOR, MAINE. Pair of 1/3 size cinnamon teal on base. Drake in preening pose with bill buried in to back feathers. Each with raised wingtips and relief feather carving. Signed on the top and bottom of chip carved base. Teal measure 6.5” long. Base is 16” across. CONDITION: Original paint that has darkened with age; minor flaking on hen’s breast; touchup to a chip on tip of one of drake’s wingtips; one of hen’s foot is missing. (2,000-3,000)

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Lot 318 ROBERT MCGAW (1879-1958), HAVRE DE GRACE, MARYLAND. Pair of miniature pintails. Hen with scratch feather paint detail. Both mounted to the original hardwood bases. Measure 6.75” and 7.25” long. CONDITION: Drake has had a professional neck crack repair with some inpainting on the head; hen is excellent and original. (800-1,200)

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Lot 319 ROBERT MCGAW (1879-1958), HAVRE DE GRACE, MARYLAND. Two miniature ducks, including a canvasback drake and mallard hen. Mallard with excellent scratch feather paint detail. Both mounted to their original hardwood bases. Measure 6.25” long. CONDITION: Tiny chip on one side of hen’s bill and 1” dent on same side of head, otherwise both very good and original. (800-1,200)

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Lot 320 JOHN MCLOUGHIN (1911-1985), BORDENTOWN, NEW JERSEY. Excellent pair of standing greenwing teal. Relief wing and raised, crossed wingtips. Slightly turned heads and excellent paint detail. Both are signed on the underside of bases. Measure 10.25” long, stand 10” and 11” tall. CONDITION: Small spot of touchup on hen’s carved base; otherwise both excellent and original. (3,000-4,000)

320 Lot 321 JOHN MCLOUGHIN (1911-1985), BORDENTOWN, NEW JERSEY. Excellent pair of pintails with raised, crossed wingtips and relief tail feather carving. Both are hollow carved with slightly turned heads. Drake with inserted wooden tail sprig. Signed on the undersides. Measure 15” and 20” long. CONDITION: A few tiny paint rubs and a chip that was professionally reset and touched up on drake’s tail sprig. (1,500-2,500) 321

Lot 322 JOHN MCLOUGHIN (1911-1985), BORDENTOWN, NEW JERSEY. Excellent pair of redheads with raised, crossed wingtips and relief feather carving. Both are hollow carved with slightly turned heads. Signed on the underside. Measure 13.75” and 14.5” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,500-2,500)

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Lot 323 CHARLIE JOINER (1921-2015), CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND. Pair of preening canvasbacks, Signed and dated 1987 on the underside. Measure 14.25” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (600-900)

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Lot 324 CHARLIE JOINER (1921-2015), CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND. Pair of flat bottom style greenwing teal.

Drake with extended crest feathers and stipple paint detail. Signed and dated 2001 on underside. Measure 11.75” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original.

(400-600)

Lot 325 CHARLIE JOINER (1921-2015), CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND. Pair of flat bottom style canvasbacks with slightly turned heads. Signed and dated 1984. Measure 15.5” and 16” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original.

(500-800)

Lot 326 CHARLIE JOINER (1921-2015), CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND. Pair of bluebills with thick stipple paint on back. Signed and dated 1986 on underside.

Measure 15” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (500-800)

Lot 327 CARL DANOS (20th/21st CENTURY), LAROSE, LOUISIANA. Pair of decorative pintails. Each with relief wing carving. Hen with slightly turned head. Drake’s head is turned over back. Drake is signed and dated 1988, hen 1991. Measure 15.5” and 17” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,000-1,500)

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Lot 328 CARL DANOS (20th/21st CENTURY), LAROSE, LOUISIANA. Pair of decorative wood ducks with slightly turned heads and extended crests. Both are signed and dated 1991 on the underside, with a wood burned remark of the duck on the underside. Measure 14” long.

CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,000-1,500)

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Lot 329 PAUL BURDETTE (20th/21st CENTURY), TORONTO, ONTARIO. Pair of decorative ringnecks with slightly turned heads and detailed feather carving. Drake with raised, crossed wingtips. Both are signed, dated 1977. Measure 11.5” and 12” long. CONDITION: Very minor discoloration on drake’s sides, otherwise excellent and original. (800-1,200)

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Lot 330 RICK JOHANNSEN (b.1958), OHIO. Pair of decorative canvasbacks with raised, crossed wingtips and thick comb feather paint detail. Signed and drake dated 2002, hen dated 2004.

Measure 15” long. CONDITION: Excellent and original. (1,000-1,500)

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Lot 331 DON BRIDDELL (b.1944), MT. AIRY, MARYLAND. Pair of canvasbacks dated 1986. Drake with slightly turned head, relief carved wingtips, and upswept tail. Hen with head tucked, resting on back feathers. Both are identified, signed, and dated. Measure 16” and 13” long. CONDITION: A few very minor paint rubs, otherwise excellent and original. Provenance: Gordon Mulava collection.

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Lot 332 ROBERT KERR (b.1935), SMITHS FALLS, ONTARIO. Pair of decorative canvasbacks with relief wing and tail feather carving. Hollow carved with round inlayed bottom board. Identified and signed on the underside. Measure 14” long. CONDITION: A few very minor paint rubs on edge of drake’s tail, otherwise excellent and original. (600-900)

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A. Elmer Crowell (1862 – 1951) Exceedingly rare and outstanding, preening black duck, circa 1908 $300,000 – 500,000

Starting their collecting journey together in 1967, Alan and Elaine Haid, acquired the rarest and finest examples of waterfowl decoys they could find, ever endeavoring to improve and refine their collection over the decades. As Alan’s knowledge and influence grew, he would become a successful dealer and appraiser of decoys and would author ‘Decoys of the Mississippi Flyway’ in 1981 and co-author ‘Mason Decoys – A Complete Pictorial Guide’ in 1993.

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Harry V. Shourds (1861 – 1920) $80,000 – 120,000

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Dodge Decoy Factory (1872 – 1894) $80,000 – 120,000

Charles E. “Shang” Wheeler (1872 – 1949) $50,000 – 80,000

Ward Brothers (1896–1984) & (1895–1976) $70,000 – 100,000

Mason Decoy Factory (1896 – 1924) $80,000 – 120,000

Harry V. Shourds (1861 – 1920) $90,000 – 120,000

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