Civil War, Antique Firearms & Military Auction

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iCollector.com is pleased to announce that Fontaine’s Auction Gallery is having a Civil War and Antique Firearms Auction, on January 16, 2010, it is available for online bidding through iCollector.com! If you can’t join the live auction action in Pittsfield, MA, visit www.icollector.com to login or register free to bid live online at this wonderful auction. If you’re not ready to bid, simply watch the activity live from the auction floor using the iCollector.com!

This Auction Will Feature Over 800 Examples Of Firearms, Swords And Accessories From The Revolutionary War To World War II.

Saturday January 16th 2010
9 Am Discovery Session 0ver 250 Lots
11am Cataloged Session Over 650 Lots

Preview Friday January 15th 10am-5pm And Saturday January 16th 8am-11am

Do you have items or collections to sell or consign? Fontaine’s Auction Gallery is offering a special promotion, 0% commission on high-quality consignments for future sales.
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Bavarian Army Official Sword, Germany, model year 1873102 - Bavarian Army Official Sword, Germany, model year 1873
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Bavarian Army Official Sword, Germany, model year 1873. Made by Gebr. Weyersberg and sold by Jos. Vierheilig, Muchen. Gilt brass capstan button over g
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 72.00BP) = 472.00
 
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Allen & Thurber D.A. Bar Hammer Percussion Pistol103 - Allen & Thurber D.A. Bar Hammer Percussion Pistol
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Allen & Thurber D.A. Bar Hammer Percussion Pistol. 36 caliber barrel is 3" long and has a decent bore with some rust that should clean up. ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (275.00 + 49.50BP) = 324.50
 
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Military Belt & Buckle104 - Military Belt & Buckle
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Military Belt & Buckle. The 1 7/8" wide leather belt is marked Rock Island Arsenal 1903 H5K in the 4 lines. The rectangular belt buckle is ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 31.50BP) = 206.50
 
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M1860 U. S. Staff & field officer's sword105 - M1860 U. S. Staff & field officer's sword
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
M1860 U. S. Staff & field officer's sword. Brass hilt with eagle helmet pommel, leather handle with wire wrapping. D-shaped guard with clams...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 31.50BP) = 206.50
 
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Brass Signal Lantern106 - Brass Signal Lantern
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Brass Signal Lantern. Lantern is 12" high by 6 ¾" wide and is unmarked on the outside. The fuel reservoir and wick mechanism is marke...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 31.50BP) = 206.50
 
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Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver107 - Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver. 8" round barrel is 44 caliber and has a good bore. Barrel marking has the New York address but it's pretty f...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to monomial2 .. for (1,000.00 + 180.00BP) = 1,180.00
 
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US Infantry Officer Sword circa 1821-1840108 - US Infantry Officer Sword circa 1821-1840
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
US Infantry Officer Sword circa 1821-1840. Gilt brass eagle head pommel; one-piece carved ivory grip; stirrup shaped knuckle bow with three flattened
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor .. for (600.00 + 108.00BP) = 708.00
 
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Winchester model 1887 lever action shotgun109 - Winchester model 1887 lever action shotgun
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Winchester model 1887 lever action shotgun. 30" 12 gauge barrel would benefit from a good polishing - pits aren't too deep. Metal surfaces ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor .. for (650.00 + 117.00BP) = 767.00
 
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US Army Foot Officer Sword, model 1850110 - US Army Foot Officer Sword, model 1850
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
US Army Foot Officer Sword, model 1850. Gilt brass phrygian head pommel; brown leather grip with gilt wires. Gilt brass openwork pierced guard, with f
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,200.00 + 216.00BP) = 1,416.00
 
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Sharps cartridge conversion carbine111 - Sharps cartridge conversion carbine
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Sharps cartridge conversion carbine. Sharps cartridge conversion carbine 22" barrel with 3 groove rifling in 50-70 caliber. Bore is a little ru...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,300.00 + 234.00BP) = 1,534.00
 
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2 CARTE DE VISITE - CIVIL WAR OFFICER112 - 2 CARTE DE VISITE - CIVIL WAR OFFICER
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2 CARTE DE VISITE - CIVIL WAR OFFICER. This is a standard sized Carte de Visites a U.S. Civil War Major Harry Smith; in one he stands with his left ar
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (75.00 + 13.50BP) = 88.50
 
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18th Century Dutch Small Sword113 - 18th Century Dutch Small Sword
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
18th Century Dutch Small Sword. A nice example of a mid-18th century Dutch small sword of the type used by many American soldiers during the Revolutio
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 36.00BP) = 236.00
 
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Remington – Rider magazine pistol114 - Remington – Rider magazine pistol
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Remington – Rider magazine pistol. 3" octagon barrel is chambered for the 32 rim fire extra-short and has a perfect bore. The top of the barrel...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,300.00 + 234.00BP) = 1,534.00
 
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US Cavalry Officer Saber, Germany, model 1840115 - US Cavalry Officer Saber, Germany, model 1840
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
US Cavalry Officer Saber, Germany, model 1840 ("Old Wristbreaker"). Gilt brass phrygian head pommel; rayskin grip with gilt wires; decorat...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,500.00 + 270.00BP) = 1,770.00
 
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National Arms Co. Single Shot No. 2 Derringer with iron116 - National Arms Co. Single Shot No. 2 Derringer with iron
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
National Arms Co. Single Shot No. 2 Derringer with iron frame. 2 1/2" barrel is chambered for 41 rimfire and has a good bore. The top of the ba...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 750.00
Sold to floor .. for (460.00 + 82.80BP) = 542.80
 
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Japanese Navy Sword, Japan, Showa (WWII) era.117 - Japanese Navy Sword, Japan, Showa (WWII) era.
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Japanese Navy Sword, Japan, Showa (WWII) era. White fishskin grip with gilt wire; gilt-brass cap with chrysanthemum device; same on backstrap. Gilt br
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,200.00 + 216.00BP) = 1,416.00
 
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European Percussion Double Barrel Pistol118 - European Percussion Double Barrel Pistol
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
European Percussion Double Barrel Pistol. 3" barrels are 42 caliber and have pitted bores. The barrels have multiple crown over "U" p...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (275.00 + 49.50BP) = 324.50
 
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Carbine Socket119 - Carbine Socket
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Carbine Socket. Civil War Carbine Socket, attached to the saddle strap to hold the cavalrymen's carbine. 2 ½ "high by 2 ¾ "l...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor .. for (100.00 + 18.00BP) = 118.00
 
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Japanese Navy Dirk, Japan, Showa (WWII)120 - Japanese Navy Dirk, Japan, Showa (WWII)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Japanese Navy Dirk, Japan, Showa (WWII). Gilt brass cap with chrysanthemum design; simulated white fishskin grip with gilt wire. Small oval guard with
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (575.00 + 103.50BP) = 678.50
 
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High quality German pin fire double shotgun121 - High quality German pin fire double shotgun
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
High quality German pin fire double shotgun. 30" 10 gauge barrels have bright shiny bores but little if any exterior finish. The Damascus patte...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (900.00 + 162.00BP) = 1,062.00
 
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ORIGINAL TINTYPE OF SHARPSHOOTER FRANK BUTLER122 - ORIGINAL TINTYPE OF SHARPSHOOTER FRANK BUTLER
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
ORIGINAL TINTYPE OF SHARPSHOOTER FRANK BUTLER. The image shows Frank Butler at a young age; Frank was the husband of noted sharps woman Annie Oakley,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 450.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 36.00BP) = 236.00
 
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German Air Force Dagger, Germany, 1934 (1st model)123 - German Air Force Dagger, Germany, 1934 (1st model)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Air Force Dagger, Germany, 1934 (1st model). Flat silvered disk pommel with swastika; blue leather grip with silver wire. Silvered cross guard
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor .. for (700.00 + 126.00BP) = 826.00
 
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Spencer Carbine-Civil War Model124 - Spencer Carbine-Civil War Model
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Spencer Carbine-Civil War Model. 22" 52 caliber barrel and six groove rifling that is pitted and a little rusted. The top of the receiver is ma...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,200.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,500.00 + 270.00BP) = 1,770.00
 
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SA (Storm Trooper) Dagger, Germany, 1941125 - SA (Storm Trooper) Dagger, Germany, 1941
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
SA (Storm Trooper) Dagger, Germany, 1941. Brown wood handle with silver eagle and swastika and SA "rune" above. Bow-shaped nickelplated to...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (425.00 + 76.50BP) = 501.50
 
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Belgian Frontier Army 6 Shot Revolver126 - Belgian Frontier Army 6 Shot Revolver
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
This firearm is post 1898 and will require an FFL or an NICS Background Check if it is to be picked up in person. If it is to be shipped it must be to
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (175.00 + 31.50BP) = 206.50
 
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German Air Force (Luftwaffe), Germany, model 1837127 - German Air Force (Luftwaffe), Germany, model 1837
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Air Force (Luftwaffe), Germany, model 1937 (2nd model). Flattened aluminum pommel with swastika; orange plastic grip with silver wire. Crossbar
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,000.00 + 180.00BP) = 1,180.00
 
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European Percussion Folding Trigger Pocket Pistol128 - European Percussion Folding Trigger Pocket Pistol
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
European Percussion Folding Trigger Pocket Pistol. 1 3/4" barrel is 36 caliber and has a very good bore with 12 groove rifling. The barrel has ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 650.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 72.00BP) = 472.00
 
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U.S. Civil War Officer's Sword129 - U.S. Civil War Officer's Sword
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
U.S. Civil War Officer's Sword. Non-re Retailed by "I. Martin & Co. / New York". This is an example of a European made sword that ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 81.00BP) = 531.00
 
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Stevens Favorite rifle in 25 Stevens rim fire130 - Stevens Favorite rifle in 25 Stevens rim fire
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
This firearm is post 1898 and will require an FFL or an NICS Background Check if it is to be picked up in person. If it is to be shipped it must be to
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 175.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 27.00BP) = 177.00
 
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German Army Officer Dagger, Germany, Nazi (WWII)131 - German Army Officer Dagger, Germany, Nazi (WWII)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Army Officer Dagger, Germany, Nazi (WWII). German silver pommel cap; orange plastic grip. German silver curved crossbar with eagle and swastika
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 72.00BP) = 472.00
 
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High Quality European Muzzle loading Shotgun132 - High Quality European Muzzle loading Shotgun
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
High Quality European Muzzle loading Shotgun. 33" barrels are very close to 12 gauge and have pitted bones. This was a very well made gun with ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (350.00 + 63.00BP) = 413.00
 
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Scottish or English Sword, early 19th Century133 - Scottish or English Sword, early 19th Century
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Scottish or English Sword, early 19th Century. Silvered brass tri-lobal pommel; finely carved octagonal horn grips. Silvered brass ferrules and crossb
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor .. for (150.00 + 27.00BP) = 177.00
 
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Lot of Two U.S. Navy model 1852 Dress Swords134 - Lot of Two U.S. Navy model 1852 Dress Swords
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Lot of Two U.S. Navy model 1852 Dress Swords. One marked "Vanguard," and other marked, "Gemsco." Both have white pebbled plastic...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (475.00 + 85.50BP) = 560.50
 
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Metropolitan Arms Co. Police Model Revolver135 - Metropolitan Arms Co. Police Model Revolver
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Metropolitan Arms Co. Police Model Revolver. 4 ½" round barrel is 36 caliber with a decent bore. The top of the barrel is marked "Met...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 90.00BP) = 590.00
 
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Dirk (dagger), China, 19th Century136 - Dirk (dagger), China, 19th Century
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Dirk (dagger), China, 19th Century. Oval horn grip; gilt brass pommel (flattened ball shape, engraved). Short gilt brass crossbar guard, engraved. 8...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor .. for (250.00 + 45.00BP) = 295.00
 
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Unmarked European Percussion Over-Under Pistol137 - Unmarked European Percussion Over-Under Pistol
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Unmarked European Percussion Over-Under Pistol. 3" octagon barrels are about 45 caliber. Metal surfaces are mostly silver with extensive surfac...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (250.00 + 45.00BP) = 295.00
 
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German Army Officer Sword, Germany, Nazi (WWII)138 - German Army Officer Sword, Germany, Nazi (WWII)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Army Officer Sword, Germany, Nazi (WWII). German silver pommel cap with oak leaf decoration; yellow plastic grip. German silver curved crossbar
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 450.00
Sold to floor .. for (300.00 + 54.00BP) = 354.00
 
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Flintlock Fowler139 - Flintlock Fowler
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Flintlock Fowler. 45" barrel of approximately 60 caliber which has British proofs and London marked about 2" forward of the tang. The lock...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 81.00BP) = 531.00
 
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German Luftwaffe (Air Force) Dagger, M1937140 - German Luftwaffe (Air Force) Dagger, M1937
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Luftwaffe (Air Force) Dagger, M1937. Marked "F.W. Holler/ Solingen". Dagger has a flattened aluminum pommel with swastika, white pl...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor .. for (325.00 + 58.50BP) = 383.50
 
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Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver.141 - Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver.
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver. 5" Barrel has a pretty good bore. Brass gripstrap has about 35-40% silver plating, the balance of metal surfac...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (350.00 + 63.00BP) = 413.00
 
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Bavarian Court and Civil Official's Sword, Germany142 - Bavarian Court and Civil Official's Sword, Germany
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Bavarian Court and Civil Official's Sword, Germany, 1811-1864. Gilt bronze lion head pommel; two mother of pearl grips (one replacement). Gilt b...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (400.00 + 72.00BP) = 472.00
 
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Civil War Merrill Carbine143 - Civil War Merrill Carbine
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Civil War Merrill Carbine. 22 1/8" barrel is 54 caliber and is in fair condition with good lands and grooves but extensive pitting. The breech ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,450.00 + 261.00BP) = 1,711.00
 
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Pair of Replica Tower Flintlock Pistols144 - Pair of Replica Tower Flintlock Pistols
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Pair of Replica Tower Flintlock Pistols. 9" round barrels are 65 caliber and have excellent bores. The locks are marked "Tower" behin...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (300.00 + 54.00BP) = 354.00
 
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German Army Officer's Dagger, Nazi WWII145 - German Army Officer's Dagger, Nazi WWII
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Army Officer's Dagger, Nazi WWII. Blade marked "FW Holler/ Solingen". Silver plated pommel cap with oak leaf decoration, yellow...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor .. for (500.00 + 90.00BP) = 590.00
 
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French Pinfire Double Shotgun146 - French Pinfire Double Shotgun
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
French Pinfire Double Shotgun. 27" Damascus barrels are 12 bore and pitted in front of the chambers. The top rib is marked "P. Bourdereaux...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor .. for (450.00 + 81.00BP) = 531.00
 
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Model 1853/55 Knapsack147 - Model 1853/55 Knapsack
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Model 1853/55 Knapsack. A very nice black painted canvas knapsack that is surprisingly intact. All of the leather straps, buckles, and tie downs seem
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor .. for (200.00 + 36.00BP) = 236.00
 
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German Air Force (Luftwaffe) Sword, Germany, Nazi148 - German Air Force (Luftwaffe) Sword, Germany, Nazi
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
German Air Force (Luftwaffe) Sword, Germany, Nazi (WWII) era. Flattened silver disk pommel with swastikas; blue leather grip with silver wire. Silvere
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,000.00 + 180.00BP) = 1,180.00
 
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Remington-Rider Pocket Revolver Conversion149 - Remington-Rider Pocket Revolver Conversion
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Remington-Rider Pocket Revolver Conversion. 2" octagon barrel is chambered for 32 rimfire and has a good bore. The top of the barrel is marked ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 950.00
Sold to floor .. for (300.00 + 54.00BP) = 354.00
 
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Stevens Pocket Rifle with Stock150 - Stevens Pocket Rifle with Stock
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
This firearm is post 1898 and will require an FFL or an NICS Background Check if it is to be picked up in person. If it is to be shipped it must be to
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,250.00
Sold to floor .. for (900.00 + 162.00BP) = 1,062.00
 
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SS Storm Trooper Dagger, Germany151 - SS Storm Trooper Dagger, Germany
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
SS Storm Trooper Dagger, Germany. Black wooden handle with silver eagle and swastika and "SS" above. Bow shaped nickel plated crossbar. Do...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,750.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor .. for (1,700.00 + 306.00BP) = 2,006.00
 
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