Nov/Dec. Premiere Firearms Auction

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Over 2,700 Lots will be sold over 3 days. Ulrich engraved Winchesters, Part II of the Gateway collection. Exceptional Colt Single Actions, Colt Longarms. U.S. and European Military including many Class III arms.
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Scarce and Interesting Frankenau Patent Double Action Pinfire Purse Revolver1 - Scarce and Interesting Frankenau Patent Double Action Pinfire Purse Revolver
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $5000 - 8000 Discussed in Winant's "Firearms Curiosa", with an example pictured on page 159, the Frankenau was patented i...
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Estimate : 5,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,250.00) = 4,250.00
 
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Scarce "Curiosa" E. Carlstrom Sleeve Rifled Barrel Pistol with Original Box2 - Scarce "Curiosa" E. Carlstrom Sleeve Rifled Barrel Pistol with Original Box
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $2000 - 3000 This sleeve pistol was described in Elek B. Juhasy's August 27, 1929 patent as an "automatic concealed firearm fo...
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Start Price : 800.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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Unique European Percussion Combination Key/Pistol with Ivory Grips3 - Unique European Percussion Combination Key/Pistol with Ivory Grips
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Estimate: $3500 - 5500 This is an example of an extremely rare percussion combination key/pistol. Measuring 4 1/2" in total length, the unde...
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Estimate : 3,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Extremely Rare S.P. Cottrell & Son Flashlight Revolver with Extra Revolver Action4 - Extremely Rare S.P. Cottrell & Son Flashlight Revolver with Extra Revolver Action
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Estimate: $4500 - 6500 A) Manufactured circa 1920s. The two cell type flashlight is controlled by a sliding button on the left side. The revolver u
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Estimate : 4,500.00 - 6,500.00
Sold to floor for (5,500.00) = 5,500.00
 
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Rare and Unique Cromwell Type Pinfire Knife Pistol with Engraved German Silver Fittings and Carved I5 - Rare and Unique Cromwell Type Pinfire Knife Pistol with Engraved German Silver Fittings and Carved I
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Estimate: $4250 - 5500 This unique pistol was manufactured without sights or markings. A spring loaded flip-up barrel is controlled by a pushbutton
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Estimate : 4,250.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,250.00) = 4,250.00
 
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Unwin & Rodgers Double Blade Knife Pistol with Accessories and Custom Case6 - Unwin & Rodgers Double Blade Knife Pistol with Accessories and Custom Case
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Estimate: $3000 - 4500 German silver barrel, marked with a pair of crossed scepter proofs on the upper left flat. Fitted with a smooth straight ham
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Unique European Double Barrel Percussion Dagger Pistol with Etched Blade7 - Unique European Double Barrel Percussion Dagger Pistol with Etched Blade
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250 This percussion pistol has double barrels that are separated by a 9 inch blade. The spear blade features an extensive floral
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Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Unique British Proofed Percussion Knife Pistol8 - Unique British Proofed Percussion Knife Pistol
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250 This unique knife pistol resembles an Unwin & Rodgers but is unmarked. The barrel is stamped with two British proofs a...
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Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Unique James Tidmarsh Excelsior Marked Percussion Knife Pistol9 - Unique James Tidmarsh Excelsior Marked Percussion Knife Pistol
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250 The 3 1/4 inch folding blade is marked "JAMES/TIDMARSH" on the left side of the ricasso and the left side of the...
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Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Outstanding Engraved James Warner Pocket Revolver with Relief Carved Ivory Grips10 - Outstanding Engraved James Warner Pocket Revolver with Relief Carved Ivory Grips
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Estimate: $4750 - 6000 Pin front and hammer notch rear sights, with "JAMES WARNER. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. U.S.A." on the top strap, "1...
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Estimate : 4,750.00 - 6,000.00
Sold to floor for (6,000.00) = 6,000.00
 
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Gutta Percha Cased Early Production Allen & Wheelock 22 Sidehammer Rimfire Revolver11 - Gutta Percha Cased Early Production Allen & Wheelock 22 Sidehammer Rimfire Revolver
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1100 - 1600 This is a scarce example of an early production .22 caliber sidehammer revolver manufactured by Allen & Wheelock circa...
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Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (1,300.00) = 1,300.00
 
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Rare James Reid New Model Knuckle Duster Single Action Revolver12 - Rare James Reid New Model Knuckle Duster Single Action Revolver
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Estimate: $3750 - 5500 Also known as the "Protector", this model was manufactured in 1883 with a total production of only about 360. Al...
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Estimate : 3,750.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,250.00) = 3,250.00
 
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Excellent Connecticut Arms Hammond Patent "Bulldog" Single Shot Pistol in Rare Nickel Finish13 - Excellent Connecticut Arms Hammond Patent "Bulldog" Single Shot Pistol in Rare Nickel Finish
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Estimate: $900 - 1400 Manufactured from 1866 to the late 1880s with a total production of approximately 8,000. These pistols feature a unique pivot
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Brooklyn Arms Separated Chambered Pocket Revolver14 - Brooklyn Arms Separated Chambered Pocket Revolver
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Estimate: $600 - 900 Manufactured circa 1863-64. This revolver is chambered for the 32 rimfire cartridge a features a 5 round cylinder with individ
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Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to floor for (750.00) = 750.00
 
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Outstanding Remington Over/Under Derringer with Scarce Factory Box and Cleaning Rod15 - Outstanding Remington Over/Under Derringer with Scarce Factory Box and Cleaning Rod
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Estimate: $2500 - 4000 Manufactured from 1912 to 1935 this Type III derringer is marked "REMINGTON ARMS--U.M.C. CO. ILION N.Y." on the ...
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00) = 2,000.00
 
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Factory Engraved Remington Number One Vest Pocket Pistol with Two Digit Serial Number16 - Factory Engraved Remington Number One Vest Pocket Pistol with Two Digit Serial Number
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $2500 - 3750 Manufactured between 1865 and 1888, this pistol is also known as the Saw Handle Deringer. Correct without markings (early pr
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,750.00
Sold to floor for (950.00) = 950.00
 
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Remington Rider Magazine Pistol17 - Remington Rider Magazine Pistol
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Estimate: $1500 - 2250 Manufactered from 1871 to 1888. The pistol has the standard factory scroll engraving with the top barrel flat marked with th
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Attractive Cased Factory Engraved Remington No. 1 Vest Pocket Pistol18 - Attractive Cased Factory Engraved Remington No. 1 Vest Pocket Pistol
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Estimate: $2500 - 3500 Manufactured from 1865 to 1888 with this a factory engraving. The sides of the frame feature scroll engraving on a punch dot
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Rare 1 of 100 Remington Type I Transitional Over/Under Derringer19 - Rare 1 of 100 Remington Type I Transitional Over/Under Derringer
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $2500 - 3500 Manufactured circa 1867-1868, this is an example of a Type I, Transitional (aka Model 1 First Variant) over/under Remington
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Very Fine E. Remington & Sons Elliot Derringer20 - Very Fine E. Remington & Sons Elliot Derringer
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1200 - 1800 One of approximately 25,000 manufactured between 1863 and 1888. This example is marked on the top of the barrel cluster &q...
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Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (1,600.00) = 1,600.00
 
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Very Fine Factory Cased Engraved Moore Teat-Fire Revolver21 - Very Fine Factory Cased Engraved Moore Teat-Fire Revolver
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Estimate: $2750 - 4500 Manufactured from 1864 to 1870 these front loading teat-fire revolvers were one of the most successful competitors to Smith
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Estimate : 2,750.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,750.00) = 3,750.00
 
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Early Engraved Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer22 - Early Engraved Moore's Patent Firearms Co. No. 1 Derringer
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Estimate: $1500 - 2250 Produced circa 1862. These pistols are a primary derringer in any early pistol collection, as they were the first true large
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Very Fine Engraved Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolver23 - Very Fine Engraved Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolver
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Estimate: $1500 - 2250 Manufactured from 1861 to 1863. The top of the barrel is marked "D. MOORE.PATENT.SEPT. 18. 1860". Decorative bro...
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Exhibition Quality Moore's Patent Teat-Fire Revolver with Gold Finish, Ivory Grips and Unique Decora24 - Exhibition Quality Moore's Patent Teat-Fire Revolver with Gold Finish, Ivory Grips and Unique Decora
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $3000 - 4000 Produced between 1864 and 1870. While a number of Moore revolvers are seen with engraving, the level of embellishment on thi
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Estimate : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Two Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolvers25 - Collector's Lot of Two Moore Patent Single Action Belt Revolvers
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Estimate: $1100 - 1900 A) Manufactured from 1861 to 1863. The barrel is stamped "D. MOORE PATENT SEPT. 18, 1860" on the top flat. The f...
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Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,900.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Ring Gun26 - Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Ring Gun
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $3500 - 5500 This is an example of a unique 19th Century style French ring gun that was most likely manufactured in the 20th Century (wha
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Estimate : 3,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,250.00) = 4,250.00
 
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Excellent Factory Engraved American Standard Wheeler's Patent Over/Under Derringer27 - Excellent Factory Engraved American Standard Wheeler's Patent Over/Under Derringer
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Estimate: $2500 - 3500 These double barrel deringers or "pocket pistols" were manufactured by the American Arms Co. of Boston, Mass. fr...
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Minneapolis Firearms Protector Palm Pistol28 - Minneapolis Firearms Protector Palm Pistol
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $950 - 1400 Manufactured from 1891 to 1892 with total production estimated at 3,000. The side plates have smooth hard rubber panels and a
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Estimate : 950.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol29 - Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol
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Estimate: $850 - 1300 Standard two line makers mark on the right side of the frame, with "MITRAILLEUSE" on top of the barrel rib, and n...
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Estimate : 850.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (1,400.00) = 1,400.00
 
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Belgian Production "Apache" Centerfire Revolver30 - Belgian Production "Apache" Centerfire Revolver
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Estimate: $2250 - 3500 Produced without sights, with Liege proofs on the rear of the cylinder. The 2 1/2 inch, wavy, triangular blade folds up the
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Estimate : 2,250.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Engraved French "Le Merveilleux" Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol31 - Engraved French "Le Merveilleux" Squeeze-Fire Palm Pistol
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Estimate: $800 - 1300 Manufactured without sights, marked "LE MERVEILLEUX" on top of the barrel and "LORON/S.G.D.G./JR&Cle&quo...
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (600.00) = 600.00
 
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Cased Engraved Robbins & Lawrence Percussion Pepperbox32 - Cased Engraved Robbins & Lawrence Percussion Pepperbox
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Estimate: $1100 - 1600 The 5-shot, hinged barrel cluster is marked "ROBBINS & LAWRENCE", "WINDSOR, VT" and "PATENT 1...
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Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (1,400.00) = 1,400.00
 
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Engraved Unmarked Blunt & Syms Underhammer Pepperbox Pistol33 - Engraved Unmarked Blunt & Syms Underhammer Pepperbox Pistol
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1500 - 2250 No makers markings. The pepperbox is very similar to the Blunt & Syms small frame, but with a square butt, not the bag...
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Two British Percussion Pepperboxes34 - Collector's Lot of Two British Percussion Pepperboxes
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1200 - 1800 A) Intricate scroll engraved frame, hammer, and trigger guard with the maker's London address on the side plate and ba...
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Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Percussion Pepperboxes35 - Collector's Lot of Two Engraved Percussion Pepperboxes
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1100 - 1600 A) 6-shot unmarked barrel cluster with standard engraving on the frame. Ring trigger and varnished grips. BBL: 4 3/4 inch
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Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Two Engraved English Percussion Pepperboxes36 - Collector's Lot of Two Engraved English Percussion Pepperboxes
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Estimate: $1200 - 1800 A) Engraved frame with "J.R. COPPER'S PATENT" on left side. British proofs are present on each barrel cluste...
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Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Percussion Ring Gun37 - Very Fine Cased Le Petit Protector Percussion Ring Gun
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $3500 - 5500 This is a unique example of a French single shot percussion ring gun. The band of the ring is marked "LE PETIT PROTEC...
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Estimate : 3,500.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00) = 3,000.00
 
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Excellent Chicago Protector Palm Pistol38 - Excellent Chicago Protector Palm Pistol
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250 Featuring a barrel with a band of floral engraving, and the right side of the frame has a similar pattern around the edge, w
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Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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Scarce 1 of 170 Iron Frame Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle Duster Revolver39 - Scarce 1 of 170 Iron Frame Reid .32 Caliber My Friend Knuckle Duster Revolver
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Estimate: $1800 - 2750 This is one of an estimated 170 iron frame models manufactured towards the end of production. The left side of the top strap
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Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,750.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Wm. W. Marston Three-Barrel Pistol40 - Wm. W. Marston Three-Barrel Pistol
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Estimate: $1400 - 2250 Manufactured from 1864 to 1872 with a total production of about 3,000. Marked "WM W. MARSTON/PATENTED/MAY 26. 1867/NE...
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Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,300.00) = 1,300.00
 
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Fine Unmarked Percussion Knife Pistol41 - Fine Unmarked Percussion Knife Pistol
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $1600 - 2500 The German silver barrel is unmarked. The pistol is equipped with 3 1/4 inch spear point and 1 3/4 inch unique semi-curved s
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Estimate : 1,600.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,200.00) = 1,200.00
 
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Rare Factory Engraved C.H. Ballard Single Shot 41 Caliber Derringer with Pearl Grips42 - Rare Factory Engraved C.H. Ballard Single Shot 41 Caliber Derringer with Pearl Grips
Rock Island Auction Company
Estimate: $2500 - 3750 Manufactered circa 1870 this is a rare factory engraved Ballard derringer. The brass frame has a scroll and punch dot engrav
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Estimate : 2,500.00 - 3,750.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00) = 1,700.00
 
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Eaton & Abbey Double Barrel Side Lock Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun43 - Eaton & Abbey Double Barrel Side Lock Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun
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Estimate: $2750 - 4500 Single brass bead sight, with "EATON & ABBEY, CHICAGO - LAMINATED STEEL" on top of the rib, light scroll eng...
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Estimate : 2,750.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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C.G. Brand Percussion Whaling Gun44 - C.G. Brand Percussion Whaling Gun
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Estimate: $2000 - 3000 Introduced circa 1850. Although unmarked, this whaling gun is the unmistakable design of C.G. Brand of Norwich Connecticut.
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Exquisite Finely Engraved James Burnie Percussion Fowling Piece with Gold Inlay45 - Exquisite Finely Engraved James Burnie Percussion Fowling Piece with Gold Inlay
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Estimate: $2750 - 4250 Manufactured by James M. Burnie, this fine quality fowling piece(approximately 14 gauge) features a unique grip safety mount
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Estimate : 2,750.00 - 4,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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C.S. Shattuck American 8 Gauge Punt Gun46 - C.S. Shattuck American 8 Gauge Punt Gun
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Estimate: $1000 - 1500 This massive 8 gauge shotgun was introduced circa 1890. The top of the barrel at the breech is stamped "AMERICAN"...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (750.00) = 750.00
 
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Unique American Percussion Underhammer Pistol with Detachable Stock47 - Unique American Percussion Underhammer Pistol with Detachable Stock
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Estimate: $1500 - 2500 This unique underhammer percussion pistol is equipped with a checkered walnut stock. The stock has a crescent brass buttplat
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Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,500.00) = 3,500.00
 
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Scarce Roper Revolving Shotgun48 - Scarce Roper Revolving Shotgun
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Estimate: $850 - 1400 Manufactured from the mid-1860s to the mid-1870s these shotguns used special steel cartridges. The four shot carrier consists
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Estimate : 850.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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Serial Number 11 Allen & Thurber Dragoon Size Percussion Pepperbox with Original Case49 - Serial Number 11 Allen & Thurber Dragoon Size Percussion Pepperbox with Original Case
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Estimate: $1000 - 1600 Six shot barrel cluster with the left side of the hammer marked "ALLEN & THURBER/GRAFTON MASS" and the top o...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Rare Sutherland Richmond VA. Marked Percussion Pepperbox Pistol50 - Rare Sutherland Richmond VA. Marked Percussion Pepperbox Pistol
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Estimate: $950 - 1600 This is a rare example of a 6-shot percussion pepperbox with the Samuel Sutherland of Richmond, Virginia, marking on the hamm
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Estimate : 950.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (650.00) = 650.00
 
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