AUCTION  /  The Premiere Firearms Auction of the Year.

The Premiere Firearms Auction of the Year.

Auction Currency:USD Auction Location:4507 49th Avenue, Moline, Illinois, 62165, United States

Auction Details

2600+ Lots Featuring:
-Winchester Rifles from the A.I. McCroskie Collection.
-Over 250 Winchesters
-Over 1900 Items Classified as Antique or Curio & Relic
-The Finest Military Collection Ever Offered at any Auction to Include European, U.S. & Japanese Arms
-An Outstanding collection of over 200 High Grade Custom, Caucasian and Persian Knives and Daggers Dating back to the 12th Century.
-Over 500 Sporting Arms
-Over 400 Colts
-and Much More!
Tai Goo Damascus Knife3650Tai Goo Damascus Knife
This knife was handcrafted by Master Knifemaker Tai Goo. In a career that started in 1978, Tai Goo has established himself as a world renowned neo-tri
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,200.00 + 234.00) x 1 = 1,434.00
J.A. Harkins Knife with Sheath3651J.A. Harkins Knife with Sheath
This Japanese inspired knife was fabricated by J.A. Harkins who has been handcrafting knives for over 20 years and specializes in automatics. The knif
Start Price : 475.00 | Estimates : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (1,300.00 + 253.50) x 1 = 1,553.50
J.A. Harkins Tanto and L. Besic Tanto3652J.A. Harkins Tanto and L. Besic Tanto
1) Handcrafted by J.A. Harkins, this tanto has a 4 1/4 inch blade marked "J.A. HARKINS". Silver front bolster. Nicely figured hardwood sca...
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 800.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor for (600.00 + 117.00) x 1 = 717.00
Cased Engraved Ben Shostle Knife with Scrimshaw Ivory Scales3653Cased Engraved Ben Shostle Knife with Scrimshaw Ivory Scales
This knife was handcrafted by respected former member of the Knifemakers Guild, American Custom Gun makers Guild and President and founding member of
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00 + 214.50) x 1 = 1,314.50
Three Tai Goo Art Edged Weapons3654Three Tai Goo Art Edged Weapons
This lot consists of three art edged weapons handcrafted by Master Knifemaker Tai Goo with each signed by the artist ("GOO"). The three ed...
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00 + 292.50) x 1 = 1,792.50
Willie Rigney Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle, Engraved and Gold Inlaid by Julie Warenski3655Willie Rigney Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle, Engraved and Gold Inlaid by Julie Warenski
This stunning Damascus dagger was fabricated by Willie Rigney and engraved and gold inlaid by Julie Warenski. Now retired, award winning knife maker W
Start Price : 1,600.00 | Estimates : 4,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00 + 536.25) x 1 = 3,286.25
Magnificent Gary R. Blanchard Gold Plated Engraved Dagger with Stag Handle3656Magnificent Gary R. Blanchard Gold Plated Engraved Dagger with Stag Handle
This spectacular dagger was fabricated and embellished by Gary R. Blanchard. Blanchard started in the knife making business as a scrimshander in the 1
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 6,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00 + 487.50) x 1 = 2,987.50
Outstanding Engraved and Gold Plated Jim Ence Damascus Dagger3657Outstanding Engraved and Gold Plated Jim Ence Damascus Dagger
Handcrafted by Jim Ence, this dagger features a 6 inch Damascus blade with the flat surfaces having a relief gold plated leaf engraving on a punch dot
Start Price : 1,200.00 | Estimates : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00 + 536.25) x 1 = 3,286.25
Herman J. Schneider Knife with Stag Scales and Spectacular Rose Blossom Engraving3658Herman J. Schneider Knife with Stag Scales and Spectacular Rose Blossom Engraving
This knife was handcrafted by legendary knife maker Herman Schneider. The knife features a 5 1/2 inch blade marked "H.J. SCHNEIDER / -MAKER-&qu...
Start Price : 2,000.00 | Estimates : 5,000.00 - 9,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,900.00 + 370.50) x 1 = 2,270.50
Herman Schneider Gut Hook Knife3659Herman Schneider Gut Hook Knife
This knife was handcrafted by legendary knife maker Herman Schneider with a Thomas Lamb designed utility handle, circa late 70s early 80s. The knife h
Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimates : 2,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00 + 390.00) x 1 = 2,390.00
Herman J. Schneider Number 8 Knife with Sperm Whale Tooth3660Herman J. Schneider Number 8 Knife with Sperm Whale Tooth
Handcrafted by the legendary knife maker Herman Schneider, this knife has a 3 3/4 inch blade scripted marked "H. J. Schneider / No-8". Art...
Start Price : 600.00 | Estimates : 1,500.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (950.00 + 185.25) x 1 = 1,135.25
Engraved Fred Carter Boot Knife3661Engraved Fred Carter Boot Knife
Producing custom knives for over 25 years, Fred Carter has established himself as one of the industry's most renowned knifemakers. He has held two ter
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (750.00 + 146.25) x 1 = 896.25
J.A. Harkins Knife3662J.A. Harkins Knife
This knife was fabricated by J.A. Harkins who has been handcrafting knives for over 20 years and specializes in automatics. This knife has a fixed 4 1
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimates : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (450.00 + 87.75) x 1 = 537.75
Joe Kious Dagger with Gold and Ivory Handle3663Joe Kious Dagger with Gold and Ivory Handle
Master Knifemaker Joe Kious is known for producing some of today's finest folders and automatics and many in the industry consider him to be one of to
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,700.00 + 331.50) x 1 = 2,031.50
Jim Ence Dagger with Ivory Handle and Damascus Fittings3664Jim Ence Dagger with Ivory Handle and Damascus Fittings
Jim Ence has handcrafted knives that have been compared to the craftsmanship of his long time friend and neighbor legendary knife maker Buster Warensk
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,750.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00 + 214.50) x 1 = 1,314.50
Tom M. Kopp Dagger with Ivory Handle3665Tom M. Kopp Dagger with Ivory Handle
This is an example of a Tom M. Kopp handcrafted dagger. Tom M. Kopp began his knife making career in the late 1980s, and today specializes in classic
Start Price : 425.00 | Estimates : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (600.00 + 117.00) x 1 = 717.00
Cris W. Dahl Gold Inlaid Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle3666Cris W. Dahl Gold Inlaid Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle
This dagger was handcrafted by custom knife maker Cris W. Dahl. The dagger features an 8 1/2 inch Damascus blade marked "CRIS W. DAHL / maker&q...
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (900.00 + 175.50) x 1 = 1,075.50
Tom M. Kopp Dagger3667Tom M. Kopp Dagger
This is an example of a Tom M. Kopp handcrafted dagger. Tom M. Kopp began his knife making career in the late 1980s, and today specializes in classic
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimates : 900.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (750.00 + 146.25) x 1 = 896.25
Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Knife with Carved Ivory Handle3668Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Knife with Carved Ivory Handle
This knife was handcrafted by master knife maker Ronald A. Frazier. Ronald A. Frazier has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for o
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 800.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (375.00 + 73.13) x 1 = 448.13
Engraved Richard Essegian Knife with Horn Handle3669Engraved Richard Essegian Knife with Horn Handle
This knife was handcrafted by Richard Essegian, who specialized in fancy working knives of his own design. The knife features a 3 3/4 inch blade marke
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 800.00 - 1,000.00
Sold to floor for (350.00 + 68.25) x 1 = 418.25
Ted M. Dowell Integral Boot with Stag Scales3670Ted M. Dowell Integral Boot with Stag Scales
This boot knife was handcrafted by Ted M. Dowell who is rated as one of the best knifemakers in the early days of the Knifemakers' Guild. He was one o
Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimates : 2,500.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,800.00 + 351.00) x 1 = 2,151.00
Herman J. Schneider Knife with Stag Scales3671Herman J. Schneider Knife with Stag Scales
This knife was handcrafted by legendary knife maker Herman Schneider. The blade is 3 7/8 inches long and is marked "H.J. SCHNEIDER / -MAKER-&qu...
Start Price : 475.00 | Estimates : 1,200.00 - 1,700.00
Sold to floor for (600.00 + 117.00) x 1 = 717.00
J.A. Harkins Knife with Horn Handle3672J.A. Harkins Knife with Horn Handle
This knife was fabricated by J.A. Harkins who has been handcrafting knives for over 20 years and specializes in automatics. This primitive looking Har
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (350.00 + 68.25) x 1 = 418.25
Two Custom Knives3673Two Custom Knives
1) A folding knife with a 2 3/4 inch blade marked "SF". File work on the blade spine and blade release mechanism. Silver bolster with stag...
Start Price : 425.00 | Estimates : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (500.00 + 97.50) x 1 = 597.50
Bill Reddiex Knife with Stag Scales3674Bill Reddiex Knife with Stag Scales
This knife was handcrafted by Australian Knifemakers' Guild member and New Zealand resident Bill Reddiex. The blade is 7 1/4 inches long and is marked
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (650.00 + 126.75) x 1 = 776.75
F. Gamble, Cupertino, CA Custom Knife with Stag Handle3675F. Gamble, Cupertino, CA Custom Knife with Stag Handle
This custom knife has a 5 1/2 inch blade marked "F. Gamble / Maker / Cupertino, CA / 440C". Leather washer bolster accented with blue and ...
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimates : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (450.00 + 87.75) x 1 = 537.75
Charles Weiss Knife3676Charles Weiss Knife
This knife was fabricated by Master Knifemaker Charles Weiss of Phoenix, Arizona. The knife has a 7 inch blade marked "WEISS". File work o...
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 850.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (325.00 + 63.38) x 1 = 388.38
Engraved Bill Duff Knife3677Engraved Bill Duff Knife
This knife was handcrafted by Knifemakers' Guild member Bill Duff of Reno, Nevada. From 1965 to 1970 Duff worked for Buck Knives and then started Rigi
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimates : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (425.00 + 82.88) x 1 = 507.88
"Darendel" #32 Folding Knife by Jim Schmidt with Damascus Blade and Ivory Scales3678"Darendel" #32 Folding Knife by Jim Schmidt with Damascus Blade and Ivory Scales
This custom folding knife was handcrafted by Jim Schmidt. It has a 4 inch Damascus blade with rope work present on the blade spine and blade release m
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 8,000.00 - 15,000.00
Sold to floor for (6,000.00 + 1,170.00) x 1 = 7,170.00
Engraved Jimmy Lile Folding Knife with Stag Inlays3679Engraved Jimmy Lile Folding Knife with Stag Inlays
This folding knife was handcrafted by the late Arkansas Master Knifemaker James B. Lile. One of the most influential knifemakers in the world, Lile is
Start Price : 1,200.00 | Estimates : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,750.00 + 731.25) x 1 = 4,481.25
Desirable Ron Lake Number 32 Folding Knife3680Desirable Ron Lake Number 32 Folding Knife
This is a Number 32 folding knife handcrafted by Ron Lake. Selling his first knife in 1966, Ron Lake has become one of the most sought after knifemake
Start Price : 1,200.00 | Estimates : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00 + 585.00) x 1 = 3,585.00
Two Jimmy Lile Folding Knives with Ivory Inlays3681Two Jimmy Lile Folding Knives with Ivory Inlays
These two folding knives were fabricated by the late Master Knifemaker Jimmy Lile. 1) Folding knife with a 2 1/4 inch blade marked "LILE"....
Start Price : 1,200.00 | Estimates : 3,000.00 - 4,000.00
Sold to floor for (900.00 + 175.50) x 1 = 1,075.50
Jess Horn Boot Knife with Stag Scales3682Jess Horn Boot Knife with Stag Scales
This boot knife was handcrafted by Jess Horn. Horn is famous for making folders but has made some special straight blade knives such as this example.
Start Price : 1,000.00 | Estimates : 2,500.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,000.00 + 390.00) x 1 = 2,390.00
C. Gray Taylor Dagger with Abalone Handle and Sheath3683C. Gray Taylor Dagger with Abalone Handle and Sheath
This dagger was fabricated by award winning knife maker C. Gray Taylor. For the past 30 year Taylor has created art in the form of custom knives, and
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (850.00 + 165.75) x 1 = 1,015.75
Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Gold Inlaid Dagger with Ivory Handle and Sheath3684Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Gold Inlaid Dagger with Ivory Handle and Sheath
For those in the custom knife making industry Buster Warenski needs no introduction. He was one of the greatest knifemakers of the last century, creat
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,200.00 + 234.00) x 1 = 1,434.00
Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle3685Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Dagger with Ivory Handle
This dagger was handcrafted by custom knife maker Ronald A. Frazier who has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for over 30 years a
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (500.00 + 97.50) x 1 = 597.50
Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Knife with Ivory Handle and Sheath3686Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Knife with Ivory Handle and Sheath
This knife was fabricated by master knife maker Buster Warenski. For those in the custom knife making industry Buster Warenski needs no introduction.
Start Price : 600.00 | Estimates : 1,600.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (700.00 + 136.50) x 1 = 836.50
Robert Washburn Dagger with Fluted Ivory Handle3687Robert Washburn Dagger with Fluted Ivory Handle
Handcrafted by Robert Washburn, this dagger features a 9 inch blade. The ricasso is marked with a circled "W". Straight fluted ivory handl...
Start Price : 600.00 | Estimates : 1,400.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (950.00 + 185.25) x 1 = 1,135.25
Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Knife with Scrimshaw Ivory Handle3688Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Knife with Scrimshaw Ivory Handle
This is an example of a knife handcrafted by knife maker Ronald A. Frazier, who has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for over 30
Start Price : 400.00 | Estimates : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (375.00 + 73.13) x 1 = 448.13
Engraved Herman J. Schneider Boot Knife3689Engraved Herman J. Schneider Boot Knife
This is an example of an engraved boot knife handcrafted by legendary knifemaker Herman J. Schneider. The knife features a 6 inch double edged blade.
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (900.00 + 175.50) x 1 = 1,075.50
Gold Plated Engraved Jim Ence Boot Knife with Ivory Scales and Sheath3690Gold Plated Engraved Jim Ence Boot Knife with Ivory Scales and Sheath
This boot knife was fabricated by master knifemaker Jim Ence. Jim Ence has handcrafted knives that have been compared to the craftsmanship of his long
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00 + 292.50) x 1 = 1,792.50
Pair of Jim Ence Daggers with Pearl Scales3691Pair of Jim Ence Daggers with Pearl Scales
These two matching art daggers were handcrafted by Jim Ence. Both daggers in this set are marked "J F ENCE / RICHFIELD, UT." on the ricass...
Start Price : 800.00 | Estimates : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00 + 214.50) x 1 = 1,314.50
Ronald A. Frazier Boot Knife3692Ronald A. Frazier Boot Knife
Ronald A. Frazier has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for over 30 years and is best known for quality art knives. This Frazier
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 800.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (650.00 + 126.75) x 1 = 776.75
R. Mecchi Boot Knife with Ivory Scales and Gary R. Blanchard Engraving3693R. Mecchi Boot Knife with Ivory Scales and Gary R. Blanchard Engraving
This boot knife has a 4 inch blade with a heart shaped cutout and is marked "R. MECCHI". The bolster features a relief rose blossom and le...
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimates : 900.00 - 1,300.00
Sold to floor for (750.00 + 146.25) x 1 = 896.25
Michael Veit Damascus Boot Knife with Ivory Scales3694Michael Veit Damascus Boot Knife with Ivory Scales
Blade magazine has called Michael Veit, a LaSalle, Illinois, resident, the "Heartland Knifemaker" and states that Veit's knives are "...
Start Price : 600.00 | Estimates : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (500.00 + 97.50) x 1 = 597.50
Engraved Ronald A. Frazier Double Edged Knife3695Engraved Ronald A. Frazier Double Edged Knife
Ronald A. Frazier has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for over 30 years and is best known for quality art knives. This Frazier
Start Price : 325.00 | Estimates : 800.00 - 1,100.00
Sold to floor for (450.00 + 87.75) x 1 = 537.75
Exceptional Gold Inlaid Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Dagger3696Exceptional Gold Inlaid Ronald A. Frazier Damascus Dagger
Ronald A. Frazier has been an award winning member of the Knifemakers' Guild for over 30 years and is best know for quality art knives. This Frazier d
Start Price : 1,600.00 | Estimates : 4,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (1,800.00 + 351.00) x 1 = 2,151.00
Engraved Gary R. Blanchard Dagger with Exquisite Scrimshaw Ivory Handle3697Engraved Gary R. Blanchard Dagger with Exquisite Scrimshaw Ivory Handle
Handcrafted, engraved, and scrimshawed by Gary R. Blanchard, this dagger features a 5 3/8 inch blade. Both sides of the ricasso feature a leaf engravi
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (700.00 + 136.50) x 1 = 836.50
Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Engraved and Gold Inlaid Dagger with Ivory Handle and Sheath3698Legendary Knifemaker Buster Warenski Engraved and Gold Inlaid Dagger with Ivory Handle and Sheath
This is an excellent example of a Buster Warenski dagger that is engraved and gold inlaid by his wife. For those in the custom knife making industry B
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 6,000.00 - 8,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00 + 438.75) x 1 = 2,688.75
Engraved Willie Rigney Dagger with Ivory Handle3699Engraved Willie Rigney Dagger with Ivory Handle
This dagger was handcrafted by Willie Rigney. Now retired, award winning knifemaker Willie Rigney created some of the finest and most detailed pieces
Start Price : 0.00 | Estimates : 1,800.00 - 2,500.00
Sold to floor for (900.00 + 175.50) x 1 = 1,075.50