Rock Island - Premiere Collector's Firearms Auction 2012 Apr 22 (UTC-6 : CST/MDT)

7819 42nd St W, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201, United States
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Thumbnail 3000 Factory Engraved, Factory Gold Plated, Fully Documented, New Haven Arms No. 1 Volcanic Pocket Pistol Start Price: 17,000.00High Bid: 30,000.00Estimate: 35,000.00 - 65,000.00 This is a truly rare No. 1 or "pocket model" Volcanic pistol that was manufactured by the New Haven Arms Company successor to the Volcanic Repeating Arms Company. New Haven Arms manufactured Volcanic firearms from 1851 until 1860 when the company was reorganized again, this time as the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. It is believed that fewer than 850 of these No.1 pistols with 3 1/2 inch barrels were manufactured from 1857 until 1860. Because so few were made very few survived making these pistols extremely desirable in any condition. These pistols retailed for $12.00 at the time of production with an added expense of $1.50 for engraving or plating, this pistol having both! This example features the standard fixed front and rear sight. The top barrel flat is marked "NEW HAVEN CONN. PATENT FEB 14.1854" in a single line. The pistol has a high polish blue finish on the octagon barrel. The loading lever is blue and has the distinctive finger ring. The hammer and trigger are casehardened and the cartridge elevator is niter blue. The frame, grip strap, and cartridge follower are all beautifully gold plated. The pistol is factory engraved on the frame and grip strap. Each side of the frame features the "typical" large open scrollwork and a non-typical thumbprint motif at the center. The top of the frame and back strap have a matching floral design. The two-piece, flat-bottom, walnut grips have a high gloss finish. The serial number "1168" is stamped on the inside of each grip and again on the left side of the grip strap. This particular pistol is photographed and described in two well known and respected firearms publications. The first, "Volcanic Firearms" by Edmund Lewis and Stephen Rutter on page 74. The description states that the pistol belonged to Captain James Drum a Civil War veteran who was killed at the battle of San Juan Hill. The second is the May, 2000 issue of "The Gun Report" where it is featured on the cover and discussed on page 34. "The Gun Report" states that the original purchaser of this firearm acquired it from U.S. Army General James Hugh Drum who inherited it from his father, Captain James Drum a Civil War veteran who was killed at the battle of San Juan Hill. While no documentation can verify this story, further research was done by the writer and uncovered a strong military tradition in the Drum family, most notable of which is U.S. Army General James Hugh Drum. Hugh Aloysius Drum was born September 19, 1879 and died October 3, 1951. Drum served as assistant Chief of Staff to General John J. Pershing in France during WWI and was promoted to Colonel in 1918 and became Chief of Staff to the First United States Army. He was promoted to General in 1931 and sent to Honolulu where he brushed shoulders with George S. Patton. With the outbreak of war in Europe in 1939 Drum assumed command of Eastern Defense Command responsible for domestic defense along the Atlantic seaboard. During his career he was awarded the Silver Star, Distinguished Service Medal, the Mexican Border Service Medal and the Croix de Guerre. Fort Drum, New York named for him. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. BBL: 3 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 Volcanic Finish: gold/blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1168 Condition: Very fine. 50% plus original high polish blue finish remains on the barrel, the balance is a mottled silver/gray patina. All markings are crisp and clear. The hammer retains 25% of the original case colors. The frame and back strap retain half of their original, brilliant gold plated finish. The engraving is sharp and clear. The cartridge elevator exhibits its original but muted niter blue finish. The grips are very fine with minor varnish loss on the butt otherwise only collector type pressure marks. This is an exceptionally rare factory engraved, factory gold plated, documented Volcanic pistol. Further research could only enhance an already much sought after Volcanic pistol variation!
Thumbnail 3001 Rare Documented Special Order Westley Richards Marked Winchester Model 1886 Rifle with Casehardened Start Price: 8,000.00High Bid: 12,000.00Estimate: 16,000.00 - 25,000.00 This is an excellent example of a truly unique Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle manufactured in 1888. The rifle is complete with a Cody Firearms Museum letter that describes it as "Rifle, 45-90 caliber" with round barrel, plain trigger and shotgun butt. The top of the rifle bolt is lightly inscribed: "WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO./LONDON & BIRMINGHAM" in two lines on either side of the extractor. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the London "Crown/CP" proof mark followed by the bore diameter ".450", the "Crown/V" London view mark and the London proof house mark. A London view mark is stamped on the top of the bolt. The 26-inch round barrel is fitted with an English Express style front sight with ivory bead and raised ears and a unique English Express rear sight. The rear sight features a fixed 100 yard leaf and two folding leaves marked 200 and 300 yards; each leaf has a platinum sighting line. An adjustable folding leaf sight with graduations from 400-900 yards is mounted in front of the 300 yard leaf; the leaf has a sliding elevator bar with a platinum sighting line. The straight grip stock is fitted with a special order steel shotgun buttplate. The rifle has a casehardened receiver, hammer, loading lever and forearm cap. The barrel, magazine, bolt, loading gate and buttplate are blued. The straight grain walnut stock and forearm have a varnish finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "- MANUFACTURED BY THE -/- WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN CONN. U.S.A.-" with arrows at either end of each line. The caliber; "45-90 W.C.F." is roll-stamped on the top of the barrel just ahead of the receiver. "-MODEL 1886-" is roll-stamped on the upper receiver tang and the two-line, "1884/1885", patent dates are roll-stamped on the lower receiver tang behind the trigger. The script serial number, "12806" is stamped between the lower tang screws. BBL: 26 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-90 WCF Finish: casehardened/blue Grips: Serial Number: 12806 Condition: Excellent. The barrel and magazine retain 95% of the original blue finish. The blue on the forward portion of the barrel has a slightly brown patina in strong light. Wear is limited to four very small areas of light pitting on the right side of the barrel and magazine. The receiver retains 90% of the original casehardened finish. The case colors on the sides of the receiver are vivid. The case colors on the bridge and the underside of the receiver show light handling but have not silvered. The case colors on the forearm cap and lever have faded from handling but are more than 90% intact. The hammer retains about 95% of the casehardened finish. The bolt and loading gate retain most of the high polish blue. 80% of the bright blue finish is present on the buttplate. The varnished walnut stock and forearm are both in very fine condition. The stock has a number of light scratches and dents with the heaviest wear concentrated on the comb near the buttplate. The forearm has several very light scratches and handling marks. This is an excellent example of a Winchester Model 1886 Sporting Rifle with case hardened receiver, very rare Westley Richards & Co markings and special English Express front and rear sights. This is a unique and very rare British Winchester Model 1886 rifle sighted by Westley Richards for African or Indian big game during the height of the British Empire.
Thumbnail 3002 Outstanding Desirable Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 9,000.00 This very fine Winchester Model 1873 Rifle was manufactured in 1890. The rifle receiver is fitted with the integral dust cover rail, dust cover with serrated edges and concealed trigger pin. The rifle has a blued full octagon barrel, full-length magazine, forearm cap and receiver. The hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a color casehardened finish. The stock and forearm are straight grain black walnut with a varnish finish. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted "Rocky Mountain" front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight with serrated edges and a screw-adjustable sighting notch insert. A Lyman folding combination rear sight is mounted on the receiver tang. The buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A./-KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866 OCTOBER 16. 1860.-" in two lines ahead of the rear sight and "44 W.C.F." between the rear sight and the receiver. "44 CAL" is stamped in script letters on the bottom of the cartridge elevator. The serial number, "374877B" is stamped in script letters on the lower tang between the loading lever and the rear tang screw. The model designation on the upper tang is covered by the tang sight. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44-40 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 374877B Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 85% of the original blue and casehardened finish. The barrel has some light edge wear; the blue finish is thinning and shows some plum brown patina on the upper surfaces between the front and rear sights. The blue finish on the receiver shows some wear on contact points. The side plates have some light edge wear and several hair-line scratches. The hammer and sides of the lever retain most of the color casehardened finish. The case colors on contact points on the lever and crescent buttplate have faded to a silver-gray patina. The markings are crisp. The bore is bright. The stock and forearm are both in very fine condition with light-moderate handling wear. The stock retains most of the original varnish finish; the finish on the forearm shows some contact wear. This is a very fine, completely original example of a .44-40 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle.
Thumbnail 3003 Winchester Model 1886 Take-Down Rifle with Unique Swiss Buttplate Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 7,000.00 This is an example of a unique Winchester Model 1886 Take-Down Rifle with Swiss buttplate that was manufactured in 1903. The rifle features a checkered forearm and pistol grip stock; the stock is fitted with a rare special order Swiss buttplate. The rifle has a 24-inch round barrel and unique two-third magazine. The barrel has a Lyman "Hunting" front sight with ivory insert and a sporting style rear sight with sliding sighting notch. Sling swivels are mounted on the forearm cap and stock. The rifle has a full blue finish. The straight grain walnut forearm and pistol grip stock have a varnish finish. The pistol grip has a black hard rubber cap embossed with "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS". The left side of the barrel is roll-stamped: "MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN.CONN.U.S.A.PAT.OCT.14.1884.JAN.20.1885." in two lines above the forearm cap. "-NICKEL STEEL BARREL-/ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER" is roll-stamped in two lines on the left side of the barrel below the rear sight followed by: "33 W.C.F.". Oval "W/P" proof marks are stamped on top of the barrel and receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped: "MODEL 1886/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG.IN U.S.PAT.OFF.". The two-line patent dates and the serial number "134368" are stamped on the lower tang. A Cody Firearms Museum records request for this rifle shows "Record Blank". BBL: 24 inch round Stock: walnut checkered Gauge: 33 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 134368 Condition: Very fine with 75% plus original blue finish overall. The barrel, magazine and forearm cap have 95% of the blue finish intact. The take-down collar on the barrel shows the usual handling wear and has a smooth blue-gray patina. The blue finish has thinned to a silver gray patina on the bottom and left side of the receiver. The top right side of the receiver and the upper and lower tang retain nearly all of the original blue finish. Most of the blue finish is present on the lever and hammer. The Swiss buttplate retains 75% of the nickel-silver finish. The forearm cap is missing the side-screw and the ivory insert on the front sight is broken. The stock and forearm have been re-varnished and are both in very good condition. The checkering shows moderate handling wear; both the stock and forearm have scattered light handling marks. This is a unique example of a Winchester Model 1886 Take-Down Rifle with Swiss buttplate.
Thumbnail 3004 Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,250.00 Manufactured in 1917. German silver blade front and adjustable sporting rear sights, with the upper left barrel flat stamped with the two line address/patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and ".38 W.C.F." at the breech. A factory proof is stamped on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three line model/trademark information and the underside of the receiver has the faint, lightly struck serial number. Full magazine and smooth forearm and straight grip stock with steel end cap and crescent buttplate. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 830089 Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 90% original blue finish with scattered surface rust, and the balance a smooth brown patina. There is some light pitting/spotting on the receiver. The wood is also very fine with some very scattered minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3005 Fascinating and Rare Extensively Documented Arizona Shipped Winchester Model 1876 "One of One Thousa Start Price: 60,000.00High Bid: 100,000.00Estimate: 120,000.00 - 180,000.00 No other Winchester name carries with it more public appeal or notoriety than "1 of 1000". These rifles, manufactured in both the 1873 and 1876 models are the crown jewel of Winchester collectors who have been fortunate enough to acquire one and sit at the top of the wish list for any collector still "in the hunt". Model 1876 "One of One Thousand" are significantly rarer than their Model 1873 counterparts in fact this rifle is 1 of 6 Model 1876 "1 of 1000" with a 30 inch barrel. Estimates suggest that no greater than 55 Model 1876 "One of One Thousands" were manufactured over a four year production period which lasted from 1876 until 1880. This particular rifle carries with it a captivating story which is all extensively documented and accompanies this rifle. This rifle, serial number 3,551, was first discovered during the Universal Studios search for these historic rifles which at the time coincided with the studios release of the film "Winchester 73". This rifle was discovered by Mr. Robert Steele Withers of Liberty Missouri in May of 1950. In a letter dated May 23, 1950 Mr. Withers states; "I am glad to report that I am the owner of one of the "One of One Thousand" Winchester rifles. A neighbor of mine died and told his wife that he wanted me to have this gun. He was tubercular during the later years of his life and spent some years in Tombstone Arizona. While there he traded a smaller gun for this gun." Included with this rifle are many various correspondents between Mr. Withers and James C. Hartley director of research of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company (division of Olin Industries, Inc.). Once Mr. Withers received verification that he did indeed own a true "1 of 1000" he sent it back to the factory "with instructions to put it in perfect condition". By the time Mr. Withers returned the rifle for restoration the factory was no longer doing casehardening which is why it is now finished blue. One of the most interesting documents associated with this rifle is a press release from Winchester which announces Mr. Withers as an "owner of one of the most sought after rifles in the United States". The press release goes on to tell the story of Mr. Withers acquiring the gun from his neighbor and then states; "Mr. Withers recognized the rifle as a rarity and sent it to Winchester for reconditioning and learned from the company that it had originally been shipped from New Haven to Tombstone, Ariz., in 1876 for $125.00". As a result of the press release Mr. Withers and the story of his rifle as well as the presentation to him of a model 94 Winchester for successfully finding a 1 of 1000 were featured in several newspaper articles of which copies are included in the documentation. At Winchesters request they asked to target the gun for Mr. Withers, upon receiving his permission they reported the gun was "as accurate as it could have ever been". The rifle is accompanied by many more pieces of documentation one of which is a factory letter which confirms the configuration and states; Type: rifle, Barrel Type: octagon, Barrel Length: 30 inches, Trigger: set, Pistol grip stock, Casehardened, 1 of 1000. The rifle was received in the warehouse on May 20, 1878 and shipped from the warehouse on June 19, 1878, Order number 11781. In Edmund Lewis's new book The Story of the Winchester 1 of 1000 and 1 of 100 Rifles he states "Many of the 1 of 1000s were sent to Montana or California. This is the only model 76 1 of 1000 rifle that is known to have gone to the Arizona Territory". This rifle is fully documented on pages 100 and 101 of that book. The rifle features a gold washed Beeches front sight with a correct "1876" dated folding ladder rear sight and the tang is equipped with a long range peep sight. The barrel is roll stamped “WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29.1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860". The muzzle features a single silver inlaid band and is beautifully engraved in the typical 1 of 1000 tight scroll and vine pattern. The "One of One Thousand" legend is the fourth style script inscription flanked by the scroll and vine motifs and single silver band inlay. The barrel and receiver have the Winchester "WP" proofs. The frame, hammer, lever, and second type thumbprint dust cover are blue. Single set triggers, as mentioned in the factory letter. The rifle is finished with a handsome deluxe triple-x checkered American walnut stock with an early pattern checkered forearm and pistol grip with a Fleur-de-Lis ebony inlay grip cap. BBL: 30 inch octagon Stock: deluxe factory walnut Gauge: 45-75 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 3551 Condition: Excellent as reconditioned by the factory (see above). Overall retains 99% deep factory blue. It is clear that while the metal surfaces were restored to like new condition the wood remains untouched and is in very fine and original condition. Both the forearm and buttstock retain strong original varnish showing two scratches on the left side otherwise only mild pressure marks and scuffs. Overall a fascinating, fully documented and truly rare Winchester Model 1876 worthy of the most advanced arms collection.
Thumbnail 3006 Fine Special Order Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Lever Action .44-40 with Casehardened Receiver and F Start Price: 4,750.00High Bid: 8,000.00Estimate: 9,500.00 - 14,000.00 This is a fine example of a Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 lever action rifle chambered in the highly desirable .44-40 WCF caliber with Cody Firearms Museum factory letter. The letter states that this rifle was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on April 10, 1880. The letter describes the rifle as having an octagon barrel, set trigger, checkered pistol grip stock, Vernier and wind gauge sights, casehardened finish and sling swivels. The rifle has the Second Model features which include a central dust cover guide secured to the receiver by two screws and dust cover with serrated edges, visible trigger pin and a hammer with coarse knurling and distinct borders. The octagon barrel and full-length magazine are blued and the forearm cap, receiver, dust cover, hammer, lever and crescent buttplate have a color casehardened finish. The stock and forearm are highly figured, fancy grade, walnut with "Style H" checkering. There is an ebony inlay in the bottom of the pistol grip. Sling swivels are mounted on the forearm cap and the underside of the stock. The receiver has a single set trigger. The butt plate has a sliding brass trap. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted, "knife blade" front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight with checkered edges. The factory mounted Vernier tang sight and wind gauge front sight were apparently removed from the rifle during it's working life. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN, CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860." ahead of the rear sight. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped "MODEL, 1873." in fancy letters. The serial number, "48757" is stamped in script letters on the lower tang between the lever latch and the rear tang screw. The barrel and the cartridge carrier are, correctly, not marked with caliber designations. BBL: 24 inch octagonal Stock: walnut checkered Gauge: 44-40 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 48757 Condition: Fine overall. The barrel and the magazine tube retain 60% of the original blue finish. There is light-moderate edge wear on the barrel. The finish on the underside of the magazine is thin. The barrel markings are crisp. The rifle case colors have faded to a mottled silver-gray. Traces of casehardened finish are visible on the side plates and protected areas of the receiver. Contact points on casehardened components have a gray-brown patina. Half of the niter blue finish is visible on the loading gate. The stock and forearm show moderate handling wear. Most of the high polish varnish finish remains intact. The checkered panels, particularly on the forearm, show moderate-heavy handling wear. This is a fine example of a Winchester Model 1873 Fancy Deluxe .44-40 lever action rifle with special order features.
Thumbnail 3007 Scarce Documented Special Order Winchester Model 1886 Rifle with 20-Inch Barrel Start Price: 3,750.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 7,500.00 - 9,500.00 This Winchester Model 1886 rifle was manufactured in 1906. This rifle has a rare combination of special order features and is complete with a Cody Firearms Museum letter that describes it as "Rifle/33 caliber/20-inch, round barrel/Plain trigger/Plain pistol grip/Plain checkered stock/Lyman combination front and Lyman rear sights/1/2 magazine" and "Rifle butt". The letter states that the rifle was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on December 1, 1906". The barrel, half-magazine, forend cap and receiver are blued. The hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate have a casehardened finish. The select walnut forearm and pistol grip stock have "Style I" checkering with a single checkered diamond under the forearm and a single checkered panel on either side of the pistol grip. The pistol grip has a hard rubber cap embossed "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS". The barrel is fitted with a Lyman folding combination front sight with ivory bead and a sporting style rear sight. A folding Lyman "Combination Tang Peep Sight" is mounted on the receiver tang. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A..PAT.OCT.14.1884.JAN.20.1885." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The left side of the barrel is marked "-NICKEL STEEL BARREL-/ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER" in two lines below the rear sight. The caliber: "33 W.C.F." is roll-stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. The oval Winchester "W/P" proof mark is stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The Winchester 1884 and 1885 patent dates are stamped on the lower tang behind the trigger and the serial number "139728" on the lower tang behind the tang screw. The lower receiver tang is stamped with the assembly number "272OFC" and the stock and buttplate are stamped with matching "272" assembly marks. Winchester Model 1886 rifles with short barrels and other special order features are very rare. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut checkered Gauge: 33 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 139728 Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% of the blue finish on the barrel, magazine and forearm cap and 50% of the blue finish on the receiver. The finish wear on the receiver is concentrated on contact points on the bottom and lower edges. The case colors on the lever, hammer and buttplate have faded to a silver-gray patina with traces of casehardened finish. The stock and forearm both remain in very fine condition. The checkered panels have light-moderate handling wear and there are several minor handling marks on the stock. This is a rare, fully documented, special order, Winchester Model 1886 rifle in very fine original condition.
Thumbnail 3008 Very Fine Samuel Hoggson Factory Engraved Deluxe New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 25,000.00High Bid: 42,500.00Estimate: 50,000.00 - 75,000.00 This is an example of a true factory engraved late production Henry rifle that was manufactured by the New Haven Arms Co., circa 1865-1866. True factory engraved Henry rifles are among the most rare and highly sought after collectable firearms and draw interest from a wide range of collectors. Factory engraving was a special order feature at the time as was the option for a plating, and deluxe wood, which is also featured on this rifle. The "pointer" scene is the less frequently encountered scene by Hoggson, more often encountered is the "running deer scene". The top and sides of the receiver, the top of the upper tang and the heel of the buttplate are decorated with factory scroll engraving on a punch-dot background. The large open scrollwork on the sides of the receiver and side plates is enclosed in panels with lines and scalloped borders. A finely detailed hound on point is engraved on the left side plate beneath a wreath of scrollwork. The engraving style is very similar to that on Henry rifle serial number "12173" illustrated on page 26 of "THE BOOK OF WINCHESTER ENGRAVING" by R.L. Wilson. The rifle has a blue 24 inch barrel with integral 15 shot magazine. The hammer and lever have a casehardened finish. The barrel has the second style rear sight with square-back, nickel-silver blade and dovetail mounted folding leaf rear sight. The second style brass receiver lacks the alternate rear sight dovetail found on Henry rifles below serial number 3,000. The brass buttplate has the second style pointed, tang. The left side of the stock is fitted with a factory sling swivel and the left side of the barrel has a screw fastened factory loop for a sling hook. The stock is highly figured fancy grain walnut with a high polish varnish finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "HENRY'S PATENT. OCT. 16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO. NEWHAVEN.CT.". The legend is the late pattern which is slightly larger than the legend found on Henry rifles under serial number 4,000 and has all serifed letters. The serial number, "12637" is stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver, the left side of the lower receiver tang, upper tang inlet of the stock and the inside of the buttplate. All of the visible serial numbers match. The late style cap-head tang and buttplate screws are not stamped with the rifles serial number like the hand fitted screws on early-mid production Henry rifles. The "H" inspection mark of B. Tyler Henry is stamped on the lower receiver tang between the lever latch and the tang screw. An "F" is stamped on the left side of the upper tang beneath the stock. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 Henry Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 12637 Condition: Very good plus. Traces of blue finish remain on the barrel and integral magazine has aged to a smooth plum patina. The edges of the barrel are sharp and the New Haven Arms Co., legend and serial number are crisp. The folding leaf rear sight has had the edges of the broken leaf modified to create a v-aperture during the period of usage. The hammer and lever have a silver-gray patina. The brass receiver and buttplate are very fine having a mellow untouched patina. The side plate joints are tight. The lower buttplate screw is an old replacement. The correct matching deluxe grade stock has been re-varnished and has a high-polish 'piano' finish. This is a fine example of a scarce factory engraved Henry rifle with deluxe fancy grain walnut stock.
Thumbnail 3009 Attractive Engraved Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle and an Ivory Tusk Handled Magnifying Gl Start Price: 6,500.00High Bid: 11,000.00Estimate: 13,000.00 - 18,000.00 Active from 1882 to 1903, Phantly Roy Bean Junior was a saloon keeper operating in the tent city dubbed "Vinegaroon" when he was appointed as Justice of the Peace of the newly formed Precinct 6 of Pecos County at the request of a Texas Ranger active in the area. Dubbing himself The Law West of the Pecos, Bean held court in his saloon, and earned a reputation as a colorful Old West personality, both as a questionable figure who leveraged his position to his advantage and enforced a drink minimum on juries, and as a benefactor of the local children and respected enforcer of law in an otherwise lawless area. Manufactured in 1885. Dovetail front and sporting notch rear sight, with the caliber markings on the top flat and the two line Winchester address and patent markings ahead of the rear sight. The Third Model frame is extensively engraved, with punched crescent backed scrollwork overall, a dog's head on the left side, a leaping deer on the right, "L.D.N." in a scroll on the underside, and "Judge Roy Bean" in a scroll on the side plate. Additional scrollwork is present on the forearm cap, with a tooled, riveted leather cover secured to the buttstock. Also included with the lot is a magnifying glass, 3 1/2 inches wide, set into a silver frame and mounted to a 9 3/4 inch long ivory tusk handle, which bears an inscription shield reading "To/Judge/Roy Bean/Law/West of the Pecos/1899". The engraving in our opinion is of the period. The tooled skirt on the buttstock is incredible. We have no supporting documentation to authenticate this grouping, but on the other hand, have no way to disprove it either! BBL: 23 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 180466A Condition: Good, showing a deep brown patina overall, scattered handling marks and spotting. A few scratches and dents are visible on the frame, and the front sight blade absent. Fair wood, with a cracked forearm, period repaired wrist, scattered dents and scratches. Leather cover is good, with some scuffing. Mechanically good. A small chip is present in the otherwise fine optics, with a deep aged patina and mild age cracks in the tusk. Mechanically good.
Thumbnail 3010 Wild West Themed Décor Start Price: 300.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 600.00 - 950.00 1) Signed Bill Roman O.K. Corral pint in a 30 1/2" x 34 1/2" wooden frame (see image). 2) Shoop's Wild Bill Hickok bronze marked "1986/1/50A" (see image). Measures 20" tall with a 9 1/4" x 8 1/4" base. 3) San Antonio Brewing "The Famous "Judge" Roy Bean Horse Thief Trial" advertisement in a 37 1/2" x 28" wood frame (see image). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1 and 2 are excellent. 3 is very good with some water stains.
Thumbnail 3011 Very Fine Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle Chambered in the Desirable .22 Short Start Price: 3,500.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 7,000.00 - 10,000.00 This is both a very fine and totally original example of a Winchester Model 1873 lever action rifle that is chambered in the desirable .22 short rimfire caliber. This rifle was manufactured in 1901. The rifle has a blue finish on the barrel, magazine, forearm cap, receiver, lever and dust cover. The hammer and solid crescent buttplate are casehardened. The straight grain, walnut, stock and forearm have an oil finish. The rifle has the distinctive .22 caliber receiver with no loading gate and front-loading magazine with late pattern magazine tube. The octagon barrel has a standard pattern sporting style front sight with nickel-silver blade and sporting style rear sight with serrated edges and screw-adjustable sighting notch. The Third Model receiver has an integral dust cover guide and dust cover with serrated edges. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "WINCHESTER'S ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A./KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860." ahead of the rear sight and the caliber designation "22 SHORT" between the rear sight and the receiver. The bottom of the cartridge elevator is roll-stamped "22 CAL./SHORT." in script letters. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped "{MODEL 1873}" in fancy letters with foliate designs at either end. The serial number, "552613B" is stamped on the lower receiver tang between the lever latch and the tang screw in script numerals. The Winchester Model 1873 rifle was the first Winchester .22 caliber rifle and the first .22 caliber repeating rifle manufactured in the United States. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 22 RF Short Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 552613B Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 90% of the original blue finish. The barrel has only minor edge wear with some thinning on the top flat near the muzzle. Most of the magazine finish is intact with some thinning of the blue finish near the front of the magazine. The blue finish on the receiver shows only light edge wear. The stock has much of the original finish intact. The only significant wear are some shallow bruises on the right side near the buttplate. The finish on the forearm shows handling wear. All of the barrel and receiver markings are sharp. This is a very fine example of a Winchester Model 1873 .22 rimfire lever action rifle.
Thumbnail 3012 Fine Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 8,000.00 This is a very fine example of a Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle. The factory letter confirms the serial number, rifle configuration, octagon barrel, and plain trigger. The rifle was received in warehouse on April 9, 1885 and shipped from the warehouse on the same day on order number 19902. The rifle has the Third Model integral dust cover rail, dust cover with serrated edges and concealed trigger pin. The 24-inch octagon barrel, full-length magazine, forearm cap and receiver have the Winchester high polish blue finish. The loading gate is niter blue. The hammer, loading lever and crescent buttplate are color casehardened. The buttplate has a sliding brass trap door and the upper tang is factory drilled and tapped for a tang mounted rear sight. The straight grain, black walnut stock and forearm have an oil finish. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted sporting style front sight with nickel-silver blade and a sporting style rear sight with serrated edges. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING-ARMS. NEW HAVEN.CT./KING"S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH. 29. 1886. OCTOBER 16. 1860.". "38-Cal." is roll-stamped on the top of the barrel just in front of the receiver. The bottom of the brass cartridge elevator is roll-stamped "38 CAL". The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped "MODEL. 1873." in fancy letters with foliate designs at either end. The serial number is stamped in script on the lower tang between the lever latch and the tang screw. The four piece cleaning rod is included with the rifle. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 175468B Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 80% original blue finish with the balance a crisp gray patina. The buttplate has a mottled gray patina and the hammer and lever retain half of the original case colors. The wood is very fine with a number of minor pressure dents and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3013 Excellent Winchester Model 1895 Takedown Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,750.00 This is an excellent example of a scarce Winchester Model 1895 Takedown Sporting Rifle that was manufactured in 1927. The rifle has a full blue finish with varnished walnut stock and forearm. The forearm has the distinctive flared tip and the stock has a crescent steel buttplate. The rifle is fitted with a Lyman "Winchester Express" front sight with brass bead, a sporting style rear sight and a Lyman "WR-WT" receiver sight. The top of the receiver is matted. The left side of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "- NICKEL STEEL BARREL-/ESPECIALLY FOR SMOKELESS POWDER/-.35 W.C.F." below the rear sight. The top of the barrel and receiver are stamped with the Winchester oval "W/P" proofmarks. The Winchester patent dates are stamped in two elongated lines on the left side of the receiver. The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped "MODEL 95/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. U.S.PAT.OFF & FGN." in three lines. The serial number is stamped on the lower receiver tang. BBL: 24 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 35 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 421828 Condition: Excellent. The rifle retains 90% plus of the original blue finish. Finish wear is limited to some minor flaking on the barrel extension, the right side of the receiver, the side of the receiver sight and the buttplate. The barrel and receiver show minimal handling wear. All of the markings are crisp. The stock is refinished and the forearm is in excellent condition with minimal wear and nearly all of the original varnish finish. This is an excellent example of a scarce late production Winchester Model 1895 Takedown Sporting Rifle.
Thumbnail 3014 Exceptional Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 16,000.00High Bid: 32,500.00Estimate: 32,500.00 - 45,000.00 This is an excellent example of a Winchester Third Model 1873 Deluxe Sporting Rifle with consignor information from Cody Firearms Museum stating the rifle was shipped from the warehouse on February 22, 1883 and lists the rifle features as: (1) plain trigger, (2) casehardened finish, (3) checkered pistol grip stock and (4) sling swivels. The rifle has the Third Model receiver with integral dust cover rail and concealed trigger pin. The dust cover has serrated edges. The upper receiver tang is factory drilled and tapped for a tang sight. The forearm and pistol grip stock are highly figured "fancy grain" walnut with Winchester "Style H" checkering. The pistol grip has an ebony inlay. The full octagon barrel and full-length magazine have a blue finish. The forearm cap, receiver, hammer, lever and solid crescent buttplate are color casehardened. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted globe front sight and sporting style rear sight. Factory sling swivels are mounted on the forearm cap and stock. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS.NEW HAVEN. CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENTS-PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866. October 16. 1860." in front of the rear sight. "32-CAL." is roll-stamped on the top of the barrel just ahead of the receiver. The bottom of the cartridge elevator is roll-stamped "32 CAL" is script letters. The upper receiver tang is marked "{-MODEl 1873-}" in fancy letters with foliate devices at either end. The serial number "107987/A" is stamped on the lower tang in script numerals. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut checkered Gauge: 32-20 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 107987A Condition: Excellent. The rifle retains 95% of the original blue finish. The blue finish on the barrel and magazine shows only very minor edge wear. The barrel markings are crisp. The rifle has 85% plus of the original case colors on the receiver, forearm cap, hammer, loading lever and buttplate. The receiver sides have vivid case colors. The case colors on the side plates, hammer, lever, buttplate and forearm are more muted and shows some very minor handling wear. The loading gate has 80% plus of the niter blue finish. The stock and forearm are excellent with very minor storage wear. Most of the original high luster varnish finish remains. The checkering on the stock and forearm is very sharp. The barrel and frame markings are crisp. This is an exceptional original example of a desirable Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle.
Thumbnail 3015 Documented Very Fine Winchester Third Model 1873 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 9,500.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 This is a very fine example of a Winchester Deluxe Model 1873 lever action Rifle that was manufactured in 1883. The rifle is accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum factory letter that states it was shipped from the Winchester warehouse on September 25, 1883. The letter describes the rifle as: Casehardened, 38 caliber, with octagon barrel, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip and sporting leaf sights. The rifle has a casehardened receiver, hammer, lever, forearm cap and crescent buttplate. The full octagon barrel and full length magazine have a blue finish. The barrel is fitted with a dove-tail mounted, Lyman "Hunting" front sight with ivory bead and a folding adjustable leaf rear sight calibrated to 800 yards and marked "1873". The receiver has the Third Model integral dust cover rail and dust cover with serrated edges. The upper receiver tang is factory drilled and tapped for a tang-mounted rear sight. The second style hammer has course checkering with distinct borders. The buttplate has a sliding brass trap. The stock and forearm are highly figured, "fancy grain" walnut with "Style H" checkered panels and a high polish "piano finish". The stock pistol grip has an ebony inlay. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "WINCHESTER"S-REPEATING ARMS.NEW HAVEN .CT./KING'S-IMPROVEMENT-PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860." The upper receiver tang is roll-stamped with the third style marking: "{ MODEL. 1873.}" in fancy letters with foliate designs at either end. "38 CAL" is engraved on the bottom of the brass cartridge carrier. The script style serial number, "132593" is stamped on the lower receiver tang behind the loading lever latch reading from the left side of the tang to the right. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut checkered Gauge: 38-40 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 132593 Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 75% of the original blue finish with very minor wear on the edges and some thinning on the top flat between the rear sight and the receiver. The blue finish on the magazine shows minor handling wear and has faded to a plum-color patina. The casehardened finish on the receiver, side plates, dust cover, hammer and lever retain 70% of the muted case colors with some silvering on the edges and contact points on the receiver and lever. The case colors on the forearm cap have a dark patina and the casehardened finish on the buttplate has a silver patina. The loading gate retains 60% of the fiery niter blue finish. The markings on the barrel and receiver are crisp. The professionally refinished stock and forearm are both in very fine condition. This is an attractive example of a Winchester model 1873 Deluxe lever action Rifle.
Thumbnail 3016 Special Order Winchester Second Model 1873 Lever Action Short Rifle with Factory Letter Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 5,000.00 This is an example of a special order Second Model 1873 lever action rifle with rare 22 inch round barrel. The included factory letter confirms the serial number, rifle configuration, 38WCF caliber, 22 inch round barrel and plain trigger. The rifle was received in the warehouse on February 22, 1881 and shipped on February 25, 1881 with 19 other Model 1873s (order number 24201). The rifle has silver blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights with the two line address/patent dates stamped ahead of the rear sight and "38 CAL" at the breech. The brass cartridge elevator is stamped "38 CAL." and the upper tang is stamped "MODEL 1873". Full magazine tube and Second Model dust cover guide secured to the receiver with two screws. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with iron forend cap and shotgun buttplate. This buttstock feature is not mentioned in the records, which writer believes to be in error as the internal assembly tang number "2314" is also stamped on buttstock internally. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 68931 Condition: Very good. The rifle retains 40% of the original blue finish with the balance a mottled brown patina. There are a few patches of mild pitting with a number of tool-like marks on the magazine. The sanded wood is fine with a couple of repairs, some chipping around the upper tang, and a few minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3017 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine in Scarce 25-35 WCF Caliber Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Manufactured in 1905 in 25-35 WCF caliber, one of the scarcer calibers in the Model 94. The carbine has pinned and three leaf sights, full magazine, saddle ring stud with ring on the left side of the receiver, and two barrel bands. The top of the barrel is stamped with the two line address/patent date marking with "25-35/WCF" at the breech and the two line nickel steel marking below the rear sight. The factory proof is stamped on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. Blue finish with casehardened lever, trigger and hammer, and mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 25-35 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 314559 Condition: Excellent. The carbine retains 90% plus of the original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The lever, hammer, and trigger retain 90% original case colors. The wood is also excellent with some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3018 Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Lever Action 44-40 Carbine Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1907 in the very desirable 44 WCF caliber. Pinned blade and folding ladder sights with full magazine and two barrel bands. The top of the barrel has the two line Winchester address/patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and "44 W.C.F." at the breech with the factory proof on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three line model/trademark information and the underside of the frame is marked with the serial number. Blue finish, saddle ring staple and ring mounted on the left side of the receiver and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 434594 Condition: Fine. The barrel and magazine retain 60% thinning original blue finish with the balance a brown patina. The frame retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a mottled brown patina. The hammer and lever retain strong traces of original case colors. There are a few very scattered small patches of minor pitting. The wood is very good with a number of minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3019 Custom Engraved Gold Inlaid One of One Thousand Marked Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle with Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 10,000.00 Manufactured in 1884, this Winchester Model 1873 rifle was subsequently custom embellished in the 20th Century with a blue barrel and magazine tube, gold receiver, forend cap and buttplate, and casehardened hammer and lever. The receiver is nicely engraved with floral scroll and punch dot engraving and with animal scenes. The left front of the receiver has a mountain lion in a mountain scene, the left side plate has a buck in a wooded scene, a squirrel eating a nut on the right front and a bears head and dogs head on the left side plate. There is a thin gold inlaid band around the breech and muzzle ends of the barrel as well as a wedge of floral scroll and punch dot engraving on each end. The top of the dust cover and buttplate tang have the same engraving pattern. The top barrel flat ahead of the rear sight is marked with the two line address/King's patent dates and "One of One Thousand" is marked in script behind the rear sight. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1873" with the serial number on the lower tang and "44 CAL" on the brass cartridge elevator. Blade front and buckhorn rear sights and mounted with a deluxe, nicely figured checkered walnut forearm and straight grip stock with crescent buttplate. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue/gold Grips: Serial Number: 145819A Condition: Professionally embellished with 98% of the high polish custom blue finish present on the barrel and magazine tube with some thinning on the magazine tube. The receiver, forend cap and buttplate retain 95% gold finish with some thinning on the high edges. The hammer and lever retain at least 90% of the case colors. The wood is near mint with a few scattered minor dings and pressure dents, and sharp checkering. The markings and engraving remain crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3020 Custom Engraved and Inscribed Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 11,000.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 7,000.00 This is an attractive example of a custom engraved Winchester Model 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine. The frame is decorated with a broad scroll and floral design, with a punch dot background and some scallop bordering. The left side plate is also decorated with a bust of a woman in a figure 8 panel and the right side plate has a dot and scallop bordered oval with "N, TAYLOR" inscribed in the center. The bottom of the frame has a wedge of scroll and punch dot engraving with a spurious "LDN" in the center and the cartridge elevator has a flower design with a punch dot background, scallop border and outwardly pointing arrows in each corner. The side of the receiver has "NIMSCHKE" crudely stamped in the center, vertically stamped. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address/King's improvement patent dates and the serial number is marked on the lower tang behind the trigger. Standard blade front and folding leaf carbine rear sights, blue barrel and magazine, and casehardened hammer and lever, with saddle ring and staple on the left side of the frame. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a brass buttplate, with floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the tang, and compartment. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: deluxe walnut Gauge: 44 rimfire Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 119688A Condition: Professionally embellished with a smooth brown patina on all the metal surfaces, showing some streaks of custom blue finish on the barrel. The barrel address is reengraved. The wood remains very good with a few minor dings and dents. The markings and engraving are clear. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3021 Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 6,500.00 Manufactured in 1878, this is a Second Model 1876 Lever Action rifle with the dust cover guide rail secured to the receiver with two screws. Blade front sight and adjustable sporting leaf rear sight graduated to 1,000 yards. The top barrel flat is marked "WINCHESTER'S- REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN. CT/KING'S- IMPROVEMENT- PATENTED-MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860." ahead of the rear sight and there are no caliber markings. The barrel gauges at 45 caliber. The bottom of the brass elevator is also unmarked. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1876." and the serial number is marked on the lower tang. The rifle is equipped with a factory single set trigger. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel end cap and steel crescent buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included). BBL: 28 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-75 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 7822 Condition: Fine. The rifle retains 40% of the original blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance and a small amount of minor spotting on the frame and side plates. The hammer, lever and buttplate have a smooth mottled gray and dark patina, with some strong traces of original case colors on the hammer. The wood is very good with a minor filled repair just left of the buttplate tang and scattered dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3022 Winchester Model 1886 Light Takedown Lever Action 45-70 Rifle Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1914. The left side of the barrel ahead of the rear sight is marked "MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./NEW HAVEN, CONN U.S.A. PAT. OCT. 14. 1884. JAN. 20. 1885.", the left rear is marked with the nickel steel/smokeless powder marking with "45-70" at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is marked on top of the barrel and on top of the receiver at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1886/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN. U.S. PAT. OFF." and the serial number is on the lower tang. Lyman blade front sight with an ivory bead, adjustable rear semi-buckhorn sights, 1/2 magazine tube, finished blue with casehardened lever, and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with steel end cap and straight grip stock with a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-70 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 153039 Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 80% original thinning blue finish, while the receiver retains 60% plus original blue finish with scattered flaking and areas of smooth brown patina. The lever retains strong traces of faded original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The wood is fine with a few scattered minor pressure dents and scratches. The markings remain clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3023 Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Lever Action Carbine Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1928. Blade front and adjustable folding rear carbine sights. Standard left rear barrel markings, with Winchester oval proof on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. Three line upper tang marking and the serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame. All blue finish, saddle ring and staple mounted on the left side of the receiver and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 32 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 994016 Condition: Very fine. The barrel and magazine tube retain 85% original thinning blue finish with areas fading to a smooth brown patina. The receiver retains 40% original blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance. The lever shows strong original blue finish in protected areas and a smooth dark patina on the balance. The buttplate has a smooth brown patina. The wood is excellent with a few small minor dings and handling marks. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3024 Scarce Winchester Model 1873 22 Rimfire Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of a scarce Winchester Model 1873 22 rimfire that was manufactured in 1889. Blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, with the two-line address/King's Improvement patent dates ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking, "22 Cal Short" on the elevator, serial number on the lower tang and "MODEL 1873" on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a steel forearm cap and straight grip stock with iron crescent buttplate. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 22 S Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 320953B Condition: Good with traces of the original finish with the balance aged to a plum patina and some areas of metal exposed, light dings appear on the side plates. The rifle appears to have been cleaned on a wheel with some battering to the dust cover which is loose, however not unexpected for 1873s which were used. The wood is fine showing some use marks, dings, and scratches consistent with a weapon of this age which was used. The magazine tube is likely a replacement and the action needs minor work. A solid example of an 1873 that was only manufactured for a few years in a caliber very popular in today's market.
Thumbnail 3025 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Saddle Ring "Belgian Congo" Carbine Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 Known as the Belgian Congo carbine, it is estimated that approximately 200 of these carbines with ordered from Winchester in 1913 to outfit the Belgian forces in the Congo. Pinned blade and graduated ladder rear sights with full magazine, two barrel bands, and saddle ring staple and ring on the left side of receiver. Barrel has the standard Winchester address/patent dates, nickel steel and caliber marking on the left rear with the addition of the number "1240", "SUHL" and proofs including an "eagle/N" stamped between the nickel steel and caliber markings. Additional "eagle/N" proofs are stamped on the bolt and top of receiver. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with side mounted sling swivels and crescent buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: gumwood Gauge: 30 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 663120 Condition: Very good. The carbine retains half of the original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina with some light spotting/pitting. The refinished wood is fair with some wood missing around the upper tang, some minor pressure dents and scratches, and a few areas of textured varnish.
Thumbnail 3026 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 1,900.00 This is a solid example of a Winchester Model 1873 that was manufactured in 1889. Blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, with the two-line address/King's Improvement patent dates ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking, "38 W.C.F.", with "38 CAL." on the elevator, serial number on the lower tang and "MODEL 1873" on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a steel forearm cap and straight grip stock with iron crescent buttplate with compartment, (cleaning rod not included). BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 311173B Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a dark brown patina with some scattered minor spotting. The wood is good with a minor 2 inch crack on the upper left side of the forearm extending back from the forend cap, a couple of minor cracks on the left wrist extending back from the receiver and overall some scattered minor pressure dents and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3027 Excellent Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 This is an excellent original example of a Winchester Model 1873 Rifle that was manufactured in 1892. The rifle has the Third Model receiver with integral dust cover guide rail and dust cover with serrated edges. The full octagon barrel, full-length magazine, forearm cap and receiver have a blue finish and the hammer, loading lever and solid crescent buttplate are color casehardened. The loading gate is a fiery niter blue. The rifle has a varnished straight grain walnut stock and forearm. The barrel is fitted with a dovetail mounted standard pattern front sight with nickel silver blade and a sporting style rear sight with screw adjustable sighting notch insert. A Lyman folding combination rear sight with coarse knurling is mounted on the upper receiver tang. The barrel is roll-stamped "WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN CONN.U.S.A /-KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED MARCH 29. 1866. OCTOBER 16. 1860-" in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The caliber, "32 W.C.F.", is roll-stamped on the top of the barrel just in front of the receiver. "32 CAL." is stamped in script letters on the bottom of the brass cartridge elevator. The serial number, "459854B", is stamped in script letters on the lower receiver tang between the lever latch and the tang screw. The markings on the upper receiver tang are covered by the tang sight. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 32 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 459854B Condition: Excellent. The rifle retains 90% plus of the original blue finish overall. The only significant wear is a small scratch on the right side of the barrel and on the right side of the magazine. The forearm cap retains nearly all of the original blue finish. The receiver has most of the original blue finish remaining. Wear is limited to some thinning on the left side of the receiver and left side plate with some edge wear on the side plates and dust cover guide. The hammer has 90% of the color casehardened finish remaining and the lever shows handling wear on contact points and retains about 80% of the casehardened finish. The case colors on the buttplate have faded to a mottled silver-gray. The barrel markings are crisp. The stock and forearm are both in excellent condition. Nearly all of the original varnish remains and the straight grain walnut is free from handling or storage marks. This is an excellent example of a Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle.
Thumbnail 3028 Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Lever Action Carbine in 25-20 WCF Caliber Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1922. The 25-20 caliber was the least produced of all Winchester carbines. This carbine has pinned blade front and folding ladder rear sights, full magazine, and single barrel band. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the two line address/patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and "25-20 WCF" at the breech, with the factory proof stamped on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang has the three line model/trademark information and the underside of the receiver has the serial. Blue finish, saddle ring staple and ring mounted on the left side of the receiver and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 25-20 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 916591 Condition: Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 85% thinning original blue finish. The remaining metal surfaces retain 70% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The revarnished buttstock is very fine with a few minor handling marks. The forearm is fine. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3029 Special Order Winchester Model 1886 Deluxe 45-70 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 6,500.00 Manufactured in 1887. 2-leaf globe and bead front sight and a folding ladder adjustable rear sight, with the two line address and caliber markings on the top barrel flat and the patent dates and serial number on the lower tang. A folding mid-range peep sight is installed on the upper tang and the receiver is equipped with a single set trigger. Checkered pistol grip stock, with a steel forearm tip, ebony wedge insert on the wrist, and a smooth crescent buttplate. BBL: 28 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-70 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 8641 Condition: Very good, with a mixed brown patina overall, showing traces of original blue in the protected areas, bright edge wear, and scattered minor spotting and handling marks. The action functions, but needs minor adjustment, as the hammer occasionally slips the set trigger. Stock is also very good, with a mended crack on the upper right side of the wrist, a few mild dents, and an attractive grain.
Thumbnail 3030 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,500.00 Manufactured in 1909. Blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, with the two-line address/ King's Improvement patent dates ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking, "38 W.C.F." and the Winchester oval proof at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is repeated on the receiver, with "38 CAL." on the elevator, serial number on the lower tang and "MODEL 1873 / -WINCHESTER- / TRADE MARK" on the upper tang. Smooth straight grip stock, with a steel forearm cap and a 4-piece cleaning rod in the butt trap. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 620153B Condition: Very fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, wear along the edges and scattered spotting. Some scratching is present on the right side of the receiver. Stock is very fine, with mild dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3031 Whitney-Kennedy Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured circa 1879 - 1886. Rocky Mountain blade front sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight, with the top of the barrel marked "WHITNEY KENNEDY MF'D. BY/WHITNEY ARMS CO.NEW HAVEN, CT. U.S.A." ahead of the rear sight and the caliber at the breech. The serial number is marked on the lower tang. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and buttplate. Smooth walnut forearm with steel forearm tip, straight grip stock and steel crescent buttplate. BBL: 28 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 40-60 Win Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 887 Condition: Fine, with 30% of the original blue finish concentrated in the protected areas, bright edge wear, scattered handling marks and a mixed brown patina overall. The lever catch is absent from the lower tang. Stock is very good, with a chip absent from the comb and overall dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3032 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action 44-40 Rifle Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 Manufactured in 1894. Blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, with the two-line address/King's Improvement patent dates ahead of the rear sight and the caliber marking at the breech and on the elevator, serial number on the lower tang and "MODEL 1873/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK" on the upper tang. Smooth straight grip stock, with "10" stamped into the left side the buttstock, a steel forearm cap and a 4-piece cleaning rod in the butt trap. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 473219B Condition: Fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, scattered pitting, mild spotting and handling marks. Numerous scratches are visible on the receiver. The stock is fine, with dark spots and dents. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3033 Marlin Model 1893 Lever Action Rifle in Desirable 38-55 Caliber Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,400.00 Manufactured circa 1899. The barrel is equipped with a brass blade front sight and adjustable rear sporting sight. The top barrel flat is marked "MARLIN FIRE-ARMS CO., NEW-HAVEN CT. U.S.A./PATENTED OCT. 11,1887, APRIL 2, 1889, AUGUST 1,1893" directly ahead of the rear sight, "SPECIAL SMOKELESS STEEL" flanked by a diamond on the left rear flat and "38-55" on the top flat at the breech. The top of the receiver is marked "MARLIN SAFETY", the upper tang "MODEL / 1893" and the serial number is marked on the bottom front of the frame. Casehardened receiver, hammer and lever with a blue finished barrel and full length magazine. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel forend cap and steel crescent buttplate. BBL: 26 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38-55 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 180386 Condition: Fine. The barrel and magazine tube retain 40% original blue finish mixed with a smooth plum patina. The bolt and protected sides of the lever show strong original case colors with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance of the casehardened surfaces. The wood is also fine retaining 70% original varnish and showing some scattered minor dings and dents. The markings remain clear and crisp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3034 Collector's Lot of Two Marlin Lever Action Carbines Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,000.00 Manufactured after 1904. Lyman ramp beaded blade front sight and sporting type rear sight with the upper tang tapped for sight mounting. Barrel marked with the two line legend above "SPECIAL SMOKELESS STEEL" ahead of rear sight and "30-40" at the breech. The upper tang is stamped with a star indicating that the inspector considered this rifle to be a high grade gun and "Marlin/MODEL 93". 3/4 magazine tube and mounted on a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a checkered hard rubber factory buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 30-30 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 1620 Condition: Very fine as modified (Receiver tapped on left side, front sight replaced with Lyman ramp style). The barrel and magazine retain 75% original blue finish thinning to a brown. The receiver and lever retain 80% original case colors. The wood is excellent with some minor handling marks. B) Barrel has the two line address/patent date marking above "SPECIAL SMOKELESS STEEL" ahead of the folding ladder rear sight and "25-36M" stamped at the breech. Upper receiver tang marked "MODEL/1893". Full length magazine and replacement front sight. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 25-36 Marlin Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 330157 Condition: Very good. The barrel and magazine retain traces of faded original blue finish in and around the protected areas and the remaining metal surfaces retain traces of original case colors in the protected areas showing heavy amounts around the trigger, with the overall balance a smooth brown patina. There is some very scattered minor pitting. The wood is very good with a couple minor gouges and a number of minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3035 Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Saddle Ring Carbine Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 5,000.00 Manufactured in 1910 and subsequently professionally refurbished to Trapper configuration in the last decade. The left side of the barrel is marked with the two line address/1884 patent date and "44 W.C.F." at the breech on the left side. The breech end top of the receiver is marked with the Winchester oval proof. The upper tang is marked ""MODEL 1892/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S. PAT.OFF." and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. Blade front and adjustable carbine rear sights, saddle ring and staple on the left side of the receiver, case colored hammer, receiver and lever, with blue remaining parts, and mounted with a smooth varnished walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 16 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 566214 Condition: Professionally custom refurbished to near mint condition with a few tiny dings on the bolt and overall only light handling/storage marks. A very nice custom restored Model 1892 in Trapper configuration.
Thumbnail 3036 Custom Engraved Winchester Model 94 Lever Action Carbine with Relief Carved Stock Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Manufactured in 1953. This carbine features floral scroll engraving with a punch dot background on the top rear half of the barrel, top of the bolt, tangs, receiver, lever and lever assembly plate. In addition there is a wooded mountain scene with two running silver inlaid relief deer on the left side of the receiver and a silver inlaid relief standing grizzly bear on the right side. The left rear of the barrel has the standard markings and the serial number is marked on the front bottom of the frame. Standard hooded ramped blade front sight and adjustable rear sporting sight, all blue finish and mounted with a walnut forearm with floral carved bordered checkering and straight grip stock with the same floral carved bordered checkering on the wrist and a big horn ram in a mountain scene on the left side of the stock. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 30-30 Win Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 1910720 Condition: Professionally embellished with nearly all of the high polish custom blue finish remaining showing a small minor bright scratch present on the right side of the magazine tube. All of the silver inlay remains. The wood is very fine as custom checkered and embellished with a few minor dents and handling marks, and crisp checkering and carving. The markings and engraving are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3037 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action .22 Short Rifle Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 Manufactured in 1888, this Third Model features a blade brass beaded Marble's front and adjustable buckhorn rear sporting sights, full length magazine tube, and dust cover rail integrally machined as part of the receiver. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two line address/King's patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and "22 SHORT" at the breech. The upper tang is stamped "MODEL 1873" and the serial number is marked on the lower tang. Single set trigger, finished blue and mounted with a custom checkered, high gloss varnished forearm with a floral vine with matte background carved on each upper side and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 22 short Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 266129B Condition: Custom refinished (many years ago) with nearly all of the professionally applied blue finish remaining on the barrel, magazine tube and receiver and showing a small amount of pin prick type pitting under the finish over the barrel address. Most of the blue finish has flaked off of the hammer, lever and buttplate, (which were originally casehardened), leaving a mottled grayish blue patina. The wood remains very fine as highly revarnished with a few minor dings and crisp custom checkering. The markings are legible. The action is fine. An attractive custom Winchester model 1873 in desirable .22 short caliber!
Thumbnail 3038 Custom Engraved Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Manufactured in 1914, the rifle features custom floral scroll engraving with a punch dot background and a dot and zigzag line border. Each side of the receiver has a round, scallop bordered panel with a deer in a wooded scene and there is a 1 1/2 inch wedge of the same engraving design on the three upper barrel flats at the breech end. The upper left barrel flat is marked with the two line address/1894 patent date ahead of the rear sight and the left upper rear flat is marked with the caliber designation. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1892/WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S. PAT.OFF." and the serial number is marked on the bottom of the receiver. Standard blade front and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, blue finish with casehardened lever and hammer and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with light engraving on the steel forend cap and crescent buttplate tang. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 751500 Condition: Professionally custom embellished with streaks of blue finish mixed with smooth artificial brown patina present on the barrel and 95% blue finish on the magazine tube. The remaining metal surfaces have a smooth mottled brown patina. The wood is good with a 1 1/4 inch moderate scratch on the right side of the forearm and overall scattered minor dings, dents and scratches. The markings and engraving remain clear and crisp. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3039 Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,800.00 Manufactured in 1919 and subsequently reworked by the factory. Blade front sight with set screw and sporting type rear sight, with the two line address/patent date marking on the upper left flat and "38 WCF" at the breech. Top barrel flat has two factory proofs and one factory proof on top of receiver with several factory rework proofs on the barrel underside. Upper tang has the three line model/trade mark information. Full magazine and smooth forearm and straight grip stock with steel endcap and crescent buttplate. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 880268 Condition: Fine as factory refinished. The rifle retains 70% of the blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The revarnished wood is very good with some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3040 Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured in 1920. ramped blade front and adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sights, standard markings on the modified barrel, Winchester oval proof on the top barrel flat and top of receiver at the breech, three line upper tang marking and serial number on the bottom of the receiver. Finished blue with casehardened hammer and lever, and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel casehardened forend cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate. BBL: 21 1/4 inch part round Stock: walnut Gauge: 30 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 878830 Condition: Professionally custom refinished and modified with 98% of the blue finish and case colors remaining. The barrel has been shortened and professionally modified to a part round, with the forward 9 inches round and the remainder octagon. The wood remains very good as refinished with a few overall scattered minor dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3041 Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Lever Action 44-40 Carbine Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1909 in the very desirable 44 WCF. Pinned blade and folding ladder sights with full magazine and two barrel bands. The left side of the barrel has the two line address/patent date marking and "44 W.C.F." with the factory proof on top of the barrel and receiver at the breech. The upper tang is marked with the three line model/trademark information and the underside of the frame has the serial number. Saddle ring staple and ring mounted on the left side of the receiver and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 515448 Condition: Professionally, possibly factory refinished. The carbine retains 95% plus of the blue finish showing some thinning to a brown. There is some pin point pitting on the barrel and magazine. The otherwise fine refinished wood has a repaired chip near the upper tang and a few minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3042 Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter and Ammunition Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 According to the included factory letter, this rifle arrived at the warehouse on 13 September 1882, with a round barrel in 45/60 caliber, and was shipped 2 days later to an unspecified address. Rocky Mountain blade front and semi-buckhorn rear sights, with the 2-line address and patent markings ahead of the rear sight and caliber markings at the breech and on the underside of the elevator. Third Model frame, with the one line 1876 marking on the upper tang. Smooth straight grip stock with a smooth buttplate. With a 20-round box of Winchester 45-60 cartridges. BBL: 28 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-60 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 27045 Condition: Very good as refinished, showing most of the blue, with mild edge wear, spotting and handling marks. Buttstock has been refinished and is slightly undersized at wrist with dowel pins visible on left side and some light scratches. Box of ammunition is tape repaired. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3043 Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Single Shot Rifle Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 Manufactured in 1896. Top of the #2 barrel has two-line Winchester address, "22 SHORT." at the breech and the serial number and 1879 patent date are on the lower tang. Globe front sight with a filler block in the rear sight dovetail and a short range tang mounted peep sight , and single set trigger. Mounted with a smooth forearm with ebony forend insert and replacement pistol grip stock with a nickel plated Swiss style buttplate. BBL: 28 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 22 short Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 76445 Condition: Fine as customized. The barrel retains 90% original thinning blue finish. The action retains 60% original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The lever has a smooth brownish and silver gray patina with traces of original case colors in protected areas. The buttplate retains 98% original frosted nickel finish with wear limited to the ends of the prongs. The custom made replacement wood is fine with only a few minor dings and handling marks overall. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3044 Winchester Model 1894 Takedown Lever Action Rifle with Factory Letter Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1907. Blade front, adjustable Charles Daniels rear sight and short range tang mounted peep sight. Standard two-line address/patent dates on the top barrel flat ahead of the rear sight, nickel steel marking on the left rear and "32W.S." on the top at the breech. The Winchester oval proof is marked on the top barrel flat and top of the receiver at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL 1894/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK" and the serial number is marked on the bottom of the receiver. 1/2 magazine tube, blue finish with casehardened hammer, lever and buttplate, and mounted with a replacement checkered walnut forearm with steel end cap and pistol grip stock with a checkered shotgun buttplate. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number as a 32 Winchester Special caliber, 1/2 octagon barrel, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stock, 1/2 magazine, shotgun buttplate, takedown, that it was received in the warehouse on August 20, 1907 and shipped the next day. BBL: 26 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 32 W.S. Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 326869 Condition: Refinished with a smooth artificial brown and gray patina overall. The replaced custom checkered wood is very good overall with a small chip on the left wrist at the receiver, several minor age cracks on the left side of the stock and sharp checkering. The markings remain crisp and clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3045 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action .44-40 Rifle Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1886, this Winchester Model 1873 lever action Rifle has blade and adjustable buckhorn rear sights, full length magazine tube, and dust cover rail integrally machined as part of the receiver. The top barrel flat is stamped with the two line address/patent date marking ahead of the rear sight and "44 CAL" at the breech. The upper tang is stamped "MODEL 1873" and "44 CAL" on the brass cartridge elevator. Smooth forearm and straight grip stock with iron forend and crescent buttplate with storage compartment (cleaning rod not included). BBL: 26 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 208782B Condition: Very good. The rifle has a mottled brown patina with the barrel retaining traces of original blue finish in the protected areas and the receiver retains 20% original blue finish. The wood is also very good with a number of minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3046 Antique Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle with Browning Bros. Marking Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Manufactured in 1897. This rifle has had the magazine tube and barrel shortened to 17 inches, (5 1/4 inches round, the remainder octagon). The forward top flat is marked "BROWNING BROS, OGDEN, U." followed by "MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN U.S.A." and the upper left rear flat is marked with the two line nickel steel/smokeless powder marking. The top flat at the breech is marked "30 W.C.F.", standard early style upper tang marking and the serial number is on the bottom of the receiver. Blade front and adjustable Marbles semi-buckhorn rear sights and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock. BBL: 17 inch part round Stock: walnut Gauge: 30 WCF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 88736 Condition: Good as modified with a smooth grayish brown patina on the shortened barrel and magazine tube. The receiver is a smooth silver gray and shows signs of cleaning with an abrasive material. The buttplate has a smooth mottled gray patina, and the hammer and lever have a smooth dark patina. The wood is good overall. The stock has been sanded, (heavily in the wrist and rear edge areas) and refinished showing only light handling marks and the forearm has several minor cracks running from the forend cap back and scattered minor dings and gouges. The markings are clear. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3047 Vintage Box of Winchester 50-110-300 Express Cartridges for Model 1886 Rifle Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,600.00 This ammunition box of Winchester 50-110-300 Express holds 20 cartridges. The box has a blue label printed with cartridge information, Winchester address, and cartridge illustration. A long side of the box has a yellow Winchester smokeless circle label, with a soft point circle label on an end. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. The box retains most of the labels with clear printing. Box is in a protective wrapping. Overall a solid box of Winchester Express cartridges.
Thumbnail 3048 Very Fine U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Percussion Pistol-Carbine with Attachable Stock Start Price: 6,500.00High Bid: 17,000.00Estimate: 13,000.00 - 18,000.00 Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine manufactured by Springfield Armory in 1855. This unique weapon featured an attachable buttstock that enabled it to be utilized as a carbine with the stock attached by the dismounted trooper or a pistol without the stock on horseback. The pistol-carbine was fitted with the Maynard self-priming device, four-leaf tang mounted rear sight graduated to 400 yards, a swivel-type ramrod with concave button tip for use with Minie type conical bullets, bolster clean-out screw, sling swivels on the barrel band and stock, and a lanyard ring on the buttcap. The forearm cap, barrel band, trigger guard, buttcap, stock yoke and butt plate are brass. The iron barrel, lock and back strap are finished "National Armory Bright". The stock and attachable buttstock are oil-finished black walnut. The lock plate and barrel tang are dated "1855". "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" is roll-stamped in two-lines on the front of the lock plate ahead of the tape primer door. The tape primer door is roll-stamped with the Springfield eagle/shield motif. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the Ordnance Department "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. The "U.S." property mark is stamped on the heel of the buttplate. The batch number "14" is stamped on the buttcap and the batch number "8" is stamped on the bottom of the stock yoke. A very faint, two-letter script Ordnance final inspection mark with oval border is stamped on the left stock flat. Springfield Armory manufactured 4,021 Model 1855 Pistol-Carbines in 1855 and 1856. The Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine were intended as replacements for the Model 1843 Hall Carbine and Model 1847 Cavalry Musketoon and was issued to the newly raised 1st and 2nd Cavalry regiments in conjunction with Colt Model 1851 Navy revolvers. The Model 1855 Pistol-Carbines remained in service through the early part of the Civil War. Nearly all of the surviving examples show wear associated with hard service. The Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine is a unique weapon that shares the distinction, along with the U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Pistol and the Model 1911 Automatic Pistol, of being one of the three handguns manufactured by the Springfield Armory. BBL: 12 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very fine. The barrel and lock plate are both crisp. There are traces of light pitting on the right side of the barrel and some scattered flash pitting on percussion nipple, bolster and adjacent areas of the barrel, hammer and lock plate. The Maynard tape primer is complete and fully functional. The barrel, lock plate and primer door markings are crisp and deep. The brass furniture has been polished long ago and has developed an attractive patina. The edges of the stock surrounding the lock plate, the left flat and the barrel channel are sharp. The stock grip has a barely noticeable repaired, hairline crack on either side of the back strap. The attachable stock is in very fine condition with minimal handling wear. This is an attractive example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine that is in far better condition than is typical for these weapons. It would be difficult to find a better example of this historic and important U.S. Cavalry carbine.
Thumbnail 3049 Exceptional U.S. Johnson Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 8,000.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 9,000.00 This exceptional unissued U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol was manufactured by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut in 1841. The pistol has a round barrel with brass front sight blade and swivel-mounted, button head ramrod. The barrel band has a strap extension with is connected to the side plate. The iron back strap is integral with the buttcap. The lock plate has a rounded rear and beveled front and has a reinforced hammer and fenced brass pan. The barrel tang has an integral oval rear sight. The barrel, side plate, barrel band, trigger guard and buttcap are "National Armory Bright". The lock, trigger and barrel tang have a dark casehardened finish. The black walnut stock has an oil finish. The lock plate is roll-stamped "US/R. JOHNSON/MIDDn CONN/1841" in four lines ahead of the hammer. The top of the barrel is stamped with "U.S./JH/P" proof and inspection marks. Small "H" Sub-inspection marks are stamped on most components. The script initials of the Ordnance Sub-inspector (JH) and the Ordnance final inspector (WAT) surrounded by oval borders are stamped on the left stock flat. The Model 1836 pistol has the distinction of being the last U.S. martial flintlock pistol produced. It is widely considered to be the best made, best performing and most attractive of all U.S. martial flintlock pistols. The Model 1836 pistol has the standard handgun issued to the U.S. Dragoons and Mounted Rifles during the Mexican War. After the Mexican War most Model 1836 pistols were converted to percussion and many Model 1836 pistols were issued at the start of the Civil War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 cal. Finish: casehardened/bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent plus, unissued. The pistol is in the original flintlock configuration and appears to be un-issued and un-fired. The barrel and iron furniture have nearly all of the original "National Armory Bright" finish intact and show only traces of age discoloration. There is no flash pitting on the barrel or lock plate. The lock plate, hammer, frizzen and screws retain 98% of the original casehardened finish. The brass flash pan has a mellow untouched patina. The markings on the barrel and lock plate are very crisp. The stock is also in excellent plus condition with raised grain, sharp edges and almost no discernible handling wear. The Ordnance Sub-inspector's and final inspector's stamps on the left flat are in near-perfect condition. This is a nearly new example of an R. Johnson Model 1836 pistol. It would be difficult to ever improve upon this important pistol.
Thumbnail 3050 U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 8,000.00 This U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine with attachable buttstock that was manufactured in 1856. The Springfield Armory manufactured 4,021 of these unique pistol-carbines circa 1855-1857. This model of U.S. martial pistol is historically significant in that Springfield armory only produced two other sidearms, the Model 1817 and the Model 1911 45 auto pistol! The pistol-carbine features an oil-finished black walnut brass-mounted attachable buttstock, rifled barrel with two-leaf folding rear sight graduated to 400 yards, steel swivel-type ramrod with concave tip for Minie bullet, Maynard tape primer, clean-out screw on the bolster, sling ring on the buttcap and sling swivels on the upper barrel band and attachable buttstock. The black walnut oil finished pistol stock has a brass forend tip, barrel band, trigger guard and buttcap. The steel back strap is slotted to accept the attachable buttstock. The lock plate is dated "1856" behind the hammer and roll-stamped "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" in two lines in front of the primer door. The primer door is roll-stamped with the Springfield Armory Eagle and Shield motif. The barrel tang is dated "1855" ahead of the rear sight and the left barrel flat is stamped with "V/P/Eagle head" proof and inspection marks. The assembly or batch number "7" is stamped on the buttcap and the assembly number "11" is stamped on the underside of the stock yoke (Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine stocks and pistols are stamped with assembly numbers from 1-20, the numbers rarely match). The heel of the buttplate is marked "US". A faint Ordnance final inspection mark is stamped on the left stock flat. A unique design, the Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine was intended as a replacement for the cavalry carbine and was issued in conjunction with a revolver. Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine saw hard service on the frontier and remained in service during the first year of the Civil War. The Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine has the distinction of being one of only three hand guns manufactured by the Springfield Armory. BBL: 12 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: walnut Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good. The barrel, lock and steel components are bright. The barrel has scattered light pitting at the muzzle and adjacent to the bolster. There is heavier flash pitting on the rear sight, hammer, lock plate and primer door. The Maynard tape primer is complete and functional. The inspection markings on the barrel and lock plate are very clear. The eagle motif on the primer door is faint. The brass furniture on the pistol and buttstock is in good overall condition with minor scratches and handling marks. The brass has been polished but is developing an age patina. The pistol stock is good overall. The wood has been lightly sanded and re-oiled and there is an old well-executed repair at the end of the lock plate and a hairline crack in the right side of the pistol grip and left shoulder stock wrist. This is a solid representative example of the unique and historically significant U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine.
Thumbnail 3051 Presentation Engraved Gold-Plated Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol Start Price: 3,250.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 6,500.00 - 9,500.00 This U.S. contract Model 1842 smoothbore percussion pistol was manufactured by Henry Aston of Middletown, Connecticut in 1847 and subsequently embellished later in the 19th century, most likely by Tiffany & Co. of New York City for presentation. The pistol has the distinctive swivel-mounted steel ramrod and brass barrel band with strap extension and integral side plate. The iron barrel, hammer, lock plate and ramrod are finished 'National Armory Bright'. The barrel band/side plate, buttcap with integral buttcap and trigger guard are gilded engraved brass. The one-piece stock is oil finished black walnut. The lock plate has beveled edges and is roll-stamped "U.S./H. ASTON" in front of the hammer. "MIDDTN/CONN./1847" is roll-stamped behind the hammer in three vertical lines. The barrel tang is dated "1848" and the left side of the barrel is stamped with "U.S./NWP/P" inspection and proof marks perpendicular to the axis of the bore. The left stock flat is stamped with the script initials of the Ordnance final inspector ("WAT") in an oval cartouche and sub-inspector's script initials in a rectangle with rounded ends. The brass buttcap/back strap, barrel band/side plate and trigger guard have been gold plated and expertly engraved with scroll work, floral patterns and geometric designs. The top of the barrel has been acid-etched, most likely by Tiffany of New York, with the date "Dec. 25th 1886" in Old English letters surrounded by scrollwork and floral designs. The lock plate, hammer and bolster retain the original bright finish and are not decorated. The stock has the original oil finish. The engraving and etching are professionally executed high quality work. This is an attractive one-of-a-kind U.S. contract Model 1842 Aston percussion pistol with period gold plating, engraving and acid-etched decorations. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 percussion Finish: nickel/gold-plated Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very fine. The brass components retain nearly all of the gold plated finish and the engraving is sharp. The barrel etching is crisp but the bolster and adjacent portions of the barrel have light-moderate flash pitting. The lock and hammer have a smooth unpolished silver-gray patina. The stock is excellent with sharp edges and outstanding Ordnance inspection marks. The factory marks on the lock plate and the Ordnance inspection marks on the barrel are crisp. An extraordinary presentation U.S. martial pistol.
Thumbnail 3052 Exceptional U.S. Model 1817 Flintlock Rifle Start Price: 3,750.00High Bid: 8,500.00Estimate: 7,500.00 - 9,500.00 This is an excellent example of a U.S. Model 1817 "Common Rifle" that was manufactured by Robert and John D. Johnson in Middletown, Connecticut, in 1824. This rifle was manufactured during the first year of Johnsons' five year U.S. contact for 3,000 Model 1817 rifles. The lock plate is stamped with the early style markings that consist of the date "1824" over "MIDDn CONN" in a curve behind the hammer and "U.S./R & J.D. JOHNSON" in two lines in front of the hammer. The barrel tang is dated "1824". The barrel is stamped with "US" over an indented "P" proof mark and the Ordnance sub-inspector's initials "JN" perpendicular to the axis of the bore. A "VT." (Vermont) property mark is stamped just ahead of the proof and inspection marks. A small "W" sub-inspection mark is stamped on the left barrel flat and on the rear of the left stock flat. An Ordnance final inspection mark consisting of two script initials with an oval border is stamped on the left stock flat. "U.S." is stamped on the heel of the buttplate. An asterisk is stamped on the underside of the stock behind the trigger guard finial. The rifle has a round barrel with dove-tail mounted iron front sight and dove-tail mounted fixed v-notch rear sight. The lock plate has a rounded rear and beveled front with detachable brass pan and reinforced hammer. The rifle has the distinctive iron trigger guard with trigger guard plate that forms a pistol grip which supports the sling swivel and large oval iron patch box. The stock is secured by three spring fastened barrel bands. The rifle has an iron ramrod with brass trumpet-head. The barrel, trigger guard, patch box and buttplate have a brown lacquer finish. The lock plate, hammer and frizzen are casehardened. The barrel bands, band springs and side plate are bright. Known as the "Common Rifle" to distinguish it from the Hall breech-loading flintlock rifle, the Model 1817 Flintlock Rifle was the standard U.S. infantry rifle from 1817 until the adoption of the U.S. Model 1841 Rifle around the time of the Mexican War. Many Model 1817 rifles were converted to percussion during the 1850s and both flintlock and percussion Model 1817 Rifles were still in service with state militias at the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861. BBL: 36 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 cal. Finish: brown/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The unissued rifle is in the original flintlock configuration and retains nearly 80% of the original brown and casehardened finish with scattered light scratches and some minor finish flaking. There is light-moderate flash pitting on the right side of the barrel surrounding the flash hole and light pitting and discoloration on adjacent areas of the hammer and lock plate. The lock plate retains strong amounts of the color casehardened finish. The hammer and frizzen have a dark patina. The nicely figured black walnut stock has sharp edges surrounding the lock plate. The edges of the left flat and barrel channel are sharp, The markings on the lock plate, barrel and stock flat are all crisp. This is an exceptional example of a Model 1817 Common Rifle in original flintlock configuration. Most of the 38,200 Model 1817 Common Rifles were issued during the rifle's long period of service and many rifles were converted to percussion. Model 1817 Common Rifles in original flintlock configuration with large amounts of original finish, like this rifle, are hard to find.
Thumbnail 3053 Excellent Scarce Civil War U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1855 Percussion Rifle Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,500.00 This highly desirable Model 1855 Percussion two-band rifle was manufactured by the U.S. Arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in 1860.The Model 1855 rifle was manufactured only by the Harper's Ferry Arsenal between 1857 and 1861. It was one of the first U.S. long arms designed specifically to fire the hollow base conical bullet (Minie Ball) and was the last regulation muzzle-loading rifle manufactured by a national armory. The Model 1855 Rifle was an advanced design that featured a lock fitted with the Maynard tape primer nipple bolster with clean-out screw, folding two-leaf rear sight, iron patch box and steel swelled shaft tulip head ramrod. The right side of the barrel had a lug for a brass hilt sword bayonet. The Harper's Ferry Arsenal manufactured 7, 317 Model 1855 rifles; 3,772 rifles were iron-mounted bright finished rifles with two-leaf rear sights like this example. Nearly all of the early production brass mounted Model 1855 rifles were destroyed when the Harper's Ferry Arsenal was burned by Confederate forces in April 1861. Most of the iron mounted rifles, like this example, saw hard service during the Civil War with Federal or Confederate armies. Surviving examples of Model 1855 rifles in good-very good condition are scarce. The rifle barrel, lock, forearm cap, barrel bands, trigger guard, patch box and buttplate are "National Armory Bright". The black walnut stock is oil finished. The lock plate is dated "1860" behind the hammer. The Harper's Ferry spread eagle and shield are roll-stamped on the door of the Maynard tape primer magazine. "U.S./HARPER'S FERRY" is roll-stamped on the lock plate in front of the primer door. The top of the barrel is dated "1860" ahead of the tang and the left side of the barrel is stamped with "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. "U.S." is stamped on the heel of the buttplate in front of the comb screw. An oval final inspection stamp is barely visible on the left stock flat. BBL: 33 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The barrel, lock and other metal surfaces are bright. Surfaces of the National Armory Bright components are generally smooth with the exception of some light flash pitting on the nipple bolster, adjacent portions of the barrel, and the tape primer door. The markings on the lock plate, primer door and barrel are sharp. The Maynard tape primer is complete and functional. The patch box retains the spare percussion nipple. The stock is in very good overall condition with moderate handling wear. The edges of the stock surrounding the lock plate and the edges of the left flat are slightly rounded from handling. There are some scattered dents and scratches on the right side of the stock between the lock plate and the upper barrel band. This is a desirable example of a scarce and important Civil War Model 1855 rifle that could have seen service with either the Federal or Confederate armies during the Civil War. These two-band Model 1855 Harpers Ferry's are very scarce!
Thumbnail 3054 Springfield Model 1855 Percussion Pistol-Carbine Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 9,000.00 This is a scarce example of a Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine that was manufactured by Springfield Armory in 1856. This unique weapon features an attachable walnut stock with brass furniture, Maynard self-priming device, folding two-leaf rear sight graduated to 400 yards and swivel-mounted tulip head ramrod. The pistol is finished "National Armory Bright" with oil finished walnut stock and brass buttcap, trigger guard, barrel band and forearm cap. The stock and lower barrel band are fitted with sling swivels and a carbine sling ring is mounted on the buttcap. The lock plate is dated "1856" behind the hammer and roll-stamped "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" in two lines in front of the Maynard tape primer door. The tape primer door is stamped with a large Spread Eagle and Shield. The top of the barrel tang is dated "1855". The left barrel flat is stamped with "V/P/Eagle head" proof and inspection marks. The buttcap is stamped with the batch number "13" and the underside of the stock is stamped with the batch number "10". Springfield Armory manufactured 4,021 Model 1855 Pistol-Carbines in 1855-1857. The carbines were a relatively successful design and were issued in limited numbers to the U.S. 1st and 2nd Dragoon regiments and the 1st and 2nd Cavalry regiments in the years prior to the Civil War. Photographs show U.S. volunteer cavalry troopers armed with Model 1855 Pistol-Carbines during the Civil War. Nearly all extant Model 1855 Pistol-Carbines show considerable service wear. Batch numbers of the pistol buttcaps and attachable stocks seldom match. BBL: 12 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The pistol-carbine is complete, original and the condition of the stock matches the pistol carbine fine. The iron barrel, lock and back strap have a bright finish with some darkening on protected areas of the lock and hammer. The barrel muzzle and the nipple bolster have some minor flash pitting but most of the metal surfaces have a smooth finish. The lock and barrel markings are clear. The Maynard primer is complete and functional. The brass furniture on the pistol and attachable stock has an attractive patina. The pistol stock has a small and very old chip behind the tail of the lock plate and there are several deep dents in the left stock flat. The balance of the pistol stock remains in fine overall condition. The Ordnance final inspection stamp on the left flat is faint but still legible. The attachable stock is in the same overall condition as the pistol and is in good condition with moderate service wear. There are several shallow dents on the left side of the stock near the buttplate; the balance of the stock, particularly the right side is in very good condition. This is a solid example of the unique Springfield Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine. The Model 1855 Pistol-Carbine is a key piece in any collection of U.S. martial arms.
Thumbnail 3055 Outstanding Waters Contract U.S. Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 This is an exceptional example of a U.S. Model 1836 flintlock pistol that was manufactured by Asa Waters of Millbury, Massachusetts, in 1837. The pistol barrel, back strap, buttcap, trigger guard and side plate-barrel band are finished "National Armory Bright". The hammer, frizzen and lock plate have a muted, casehardened finish and the screws are niter blue. The walnut stock is oil-finished. The pistol has the distinctive iron barrel band with strap extension that forms the side plate and swivel-mounted button head, ramrod. The barrel has a brass front sight blade and an oval rear sight is mounted on the barrel tang. The lock plate is flat beveled edges in front of the hammer and rounded behind it. The lock has a reinforced hammer and detachable fenced brass pan. The butt cap is an integral part of the back strap. The lock plate is stamped with an Eagle's Head motif above "A. WATERS/MILLBURY.MS/1837" in three lines. "U.S./JA/P" property, inspection and proof marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel perpendicular to the axis of the bore. Single letter "S" and "F" Ordnance sub-inspection marks are stamped on the side plate, left barrel flat, and trigger guard finial. Ordnance sub-inspection and final inspection marks consisting of three script initials with oval borders are stamped on the left stock flat. The Model 1836 pistol is historically significant as the last U.S. martial pistol produced with the flintlock ignition system. It is generally considered to be the best made, most attractive and best performing U.S. martial flintlock pistol. The Model 1836 pistol was the primary handgun used by the U.S. 1st and 2nd Dragoon regiments during the Mexican War. It remained in service with militia units until the Civil War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The polished barrel and iron furniture have the "National Armory Bright" finish that was on the pistol when new. Traces of pitting are visible around the flash hole, on the right barrel flat and on the left side of the frizzen. The proof and inspection marks on the barrel and the sub-inspection marks on other components are sharp. The lock, hammer and frizzen retain more than 90% of the original casehardened finish. The surfaces of the lock and hammer are smooth and the lock plate markings are sharp. The brass flash pan has an attractive patina. The hammer, side plate and tang screws have most of the fiery niter blue finish intact. The stock is in excellent condition and retains nearly all of the original finish. The edges of the barrel channel, lock flat and side plate flat are sharp. The Ordnance inspection marks on the left stock flat are sharp. This is an outstanding example of an important U.S. flintlock martial pistol that would be difficult to improve upon.
Thumbnail 3056 U.S. Model 1836 Johnson Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 This U.S. Model 1836 flintlock pistol was manufactured in 1842 by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut. The barrel and iron furniture are finished "National Armory Bright". The lock has a casehardened finish and niter blue frizzen spring. The black walnut stock has an oil finish. The pistol has the distinctive swivel ramrod with button-shaped head, barrel band with strap extension that joins the side plate and integral back strap and buttcap. The barrel has a brass, half-moon front sight; an oval rear sight is located on the tang. The lock has a detachable, fenced brass flash pan. The legend "U.S./R. JOHNSON/MIDDN CONN/1842" is stamped in four lines on the lock plate between the hammer and frizzen spring. The left side of the barrel is stamped with the proof and inspection marks "US/JH/P". A small "B" sub-inspection mark is stamped on the left barrel flat, trigger guard and underside of the flash pan. The left stock flat is stamped with the script initials of the Ordnance sub-inspector, "JCB" and the Ordnance final inspector "WAT" with oval borders. The Model 1836 pistol was the last U.S. flintlock pistol. It is considered by many experts to be the best made, most attractive and best designed of all U.S. military flintlock handguns. The Model 1836 pistol was the primary handgun issued to the U.S. Dragoons and Mounted Rifles during the Mexican War. Most Model 1836 pistols were subsequently converted to percussion. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 cal. Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The pistol is completely original and is in original flintlock configuration. The barrel, buttcap, back strap and iron furniture have a fine untouched, attractive patina. There is light pitting on the barrel at the muzzle and the top and sides adjacent to the flash hole. The side plate strap, back strap and trigger guard have scattered pitting. The lock plate, hammer and frizzen are free from pitting and the casehardened finish has aged to a smooth deep brown patina. The lock plate and barrel markings are sharp. The stock is in excellent condition with extremely sharp edges, nearly mint final inspection and sub-inspection marks and minimal handling and storage wear. This is a fine looking, example of the last model of U.S. martial flintlock pistol made for the military!
Thumbnail 3057 Virginia Manufactory Marked 2nd Model Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 Also known as the Virginia-Richmond Flintlock Pistol, these pistols were manufactured circa 1812 to 1815 with a total production of only approximately 4,252. Styled directly after the Harpers Ferry Model 1805 pistol, it features a 10 inch round, 54 caliber barrel with a brass blade front sight, solid under rib and iron swivel ram rod with a button style head. It has the early designed small double yoke hammer, serrated barrel wedge, wide barrel band and rifled barrel. The "IA" from Virginia is visible on the lock ahead of the hammer and "RICHMOND" in a downward arch over "1812" is marked behind the hammer. The barrel is correctly unmarked. The pistol is mounted with a smooth walnut half stock with brass mountings. These pistols are considered secondary Confederate arms. BBL: 10 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good as refurbished. The pistol has been wire brushed blue finish applied to the barrel and lock, with overall scattered minor pitting. The brass remains, for the most part, bright. The reoiled stock is good. The grip cap appears to be a period replacement that is ill-fitting and there is a minor crack on each side at the end of the cap extension, otherwise there are some scattered minor dents and scratches. As noted above the lock marking is partially visible, otherwise the markings are readable. The action is fine. A solid example of a rare Virginia Manufactory 2nd Model flintlock pistol that has managed to survive for 200 years.
Thumbnail 3058 U.S. Model 1803 Tower Newland Pattern Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 The New York militia purchased this pistol from the English Depot in New York in 1805 for the Dutchess County Militia then commanded by Lieutenant Colonel Commandant Barnabas Carver. This pistol is marked "DC" for Dutchess County Militia and New York Carver's 61st Regiment. "DC" is stamped on the left stock flat and "M/N.Y.C./61" is marked on the trigger guard. The number "14" is stamped on the grip cap and hammer and a crown/14 is stamped on the barrel tang. The Tower lock plate has the large crown/GR. A pair of British proofs are stamped on the left rear side of the barrel. The stock has brass furniture and there is an iron swivel ramrod. BBL: 9 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 65 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good. The barrel and action have a mottled brown patina. The brass has an untouched dark aged patina overall. Some material is missing from the frizzen. The stock is fair as repaired with a few missing minor chips, a few large dents, and a number of minor pressure dents and scratches.
Thumbnail 3059 U.S. Model 1836 Waters Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 This U.S. Waters contract Model 1836 flintlock pistol that was manufactured by Asa Waters of Millbury, Massachusetts, in 1838. The pistol has the distinctive swivel ramrod with button head, iron side plate with integral barrel band, one-piece back strap and buttcap. The barrel has a brass blade front sight and there is an oval rear sight located on the tang. The lock has a detachable, fenced brass pan. The barrel and iron furniture are ''National Armory Bright''. The lock plate, hammer and frizzen have a dark, oil-quenched, casehardened finish. The stock is oil-finished black walnut. The lock plate is stamped with a small Eagle Head above "A. WATERS/MILBURY MS/1838" in three lines below the pan. "US/JH/P" is stamped on three lines on top of the barrel perpendicular to the axis of the bore. Oval cartouches containing the script initials of the Ordnance Sub-Inspector and Final Inspector are stamped on the left stock flat. Single letter "F" and "D" Ordnance Sub-inspection marks are stamped on most components. The Model 1836 flintlock pistol was the primary handgun used by the U.S. Dragoons and Mounted Rifles during the Mexican War. It was the last U.S. martial flintlock pistol and is generally considered to be the best made, best performing and most attractive of all U.S. military flintlock handguns. A high percentage of the existing Model 1836 pistols were converted to percussion after the Mexican War and many of these pistols were still in service at the beginning of the Civil War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 cal. Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The pistol appears to having never been cleaned and remains in the original flintlock configuration. The National Armory Bright finish on the barrel and iron furniture has aged to a smooth and very attractive plum brown patina. The casehardened finish on the hammer, frizzen and lock plate has aged to a smooth deep brown patina. All of the surfaces on the barrel, lock and furniture are smooth and free from pitting. The barrel and lock markings and sub-inspection marks are sharp. The stock is in excellent condition and retains nearly all of the original oil finish. The edges surrounding the lock plate and barrel channel are very sharp and show minimal handling and storage wear. The Ordnance Sub-inspection and final inspection marks on the left stock flat are extremely sharp. This pistol is a fine example of an Asa Waters Model 1836 Flintlock pistol in the present untouched condition.
Thumbnail 3060 U.S. Harper's Ferry Model 1836 Hall Breech Loading Percussion Carbine Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,250.00 Model 1836 Hall breech loading carbine that was manufactured by U.S. Armory at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, between 1837 and 1840. The Harper's Ferry Armory made 2,020 Model 1836 Hall carbines between 1837 and 1840; most of these carbines were intended for issue to the U.S. 2nd Dragoon regiment. The Model 1836 carbine has a distinctive 22 inch sliding angular bayonet located in a v-shaped groove below the smooth bore barrel. Model 1836 carbines utilized some components from the Hall Model 1819 Flintlock rifles including the breechblock with high fence rifle trigger guard that is not drilled for a sling swivel and off-set rear sight. The rifle has two pin-fastened iron barrel bands, a spur-shaped breech lever, and sling ring that consists of an eye-bolt, which passes entirely thru the stock and is secured by a spanner nut on the right side of the stock wrist. This carbine has the later pattern stock which lacks the hinged implement box cover found on many Model 1836 carbines. The hammer lacks the hole below the spur found on most Model 1836 carbines. The breechblock has a casehardened finish, the bayonet is bright; the barrel, buttplate and furniture have a brown lacquer finish. The stock is oil-finished black walnut. The top of the breechblock is stamped "J. H. HALL/H. FERRY/US/1834" in four lines ahead of the hammer. There are no other markings on the carbine. BBL: 23 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 64 percussion Finish: brown Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The carbine retains 75% plus of the original brown lacquer finish. Most of the lacquer finish remains on the barrel and sides of the receiver. The barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate have about 50% of the original finish. The case colors of the breechblock have a dark brown patina. There is some scattered flash pitting on the bolster and fence in the vicinity of the percussion nipple. The bayonet has a silver-gray patina. The breechblock markings are sharp. The stock is fine overall and shows mostly storage wear. There are a number of moderately deep and very old scratches on the left side of the stock near the buttplate and several dents on the left side of the forearm above and below the lower barrel band. All of these marks are very old and probably date from the period of service. The balance of the stock is in very good condition and shows minimal handling wear. This is a fine example of a scarce and early Hall Model 1836 carbine.
Thumbnail 3061 Rare 1855 Dated U.S. Springfield Model 1847 Sappers Musketoon Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 This is a rare example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1847 Sappers Musketoon, a.k.a "Sappers and Miners", manufactured in 1855. In 1855 a total of 80 Sappers and Miners were made with a total of 830 made over a 9 year period. (Note that of the 830 produced 228 were altered to Model 1847 Artillery configuration, making this original musketoon very rare.) The lock plate is marked with the "eagle" motif over "US" ahead of the hammer "SPRING/FIELD/1855" stamped behind the hammer. The left side of the barrel has "V/P/eagle head" markings at the breech. Front barrel band has a brass blade sight and a lug for a saber type bayonet mounted on the right side with the bayonet guide affixed to the right side of the barrel absent. (The outline of where it was mounted is visible). The buttplate tang is marked "US". Two piece trigger guard, trumpet head iron ram rod and mounted with a full walnut straight grip stock with visible oval cartouche on the left flat. BBL: 26 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 69 Perc Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good. The barrel and buttplate have a brown patina with extensive, deep flash pitting present on the breech end and a few minor dings just ahead of the rear barrel band. The remaining metal surfaces have a mottled gray patina with some minor pitting on the lock and hammer. The stock is very good with a small minor crack ahead of the upper left side plate screw and some overall scattered minor dents and scratches. Markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3062 Ames U.S. Navy Jenks Carbine Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 This is an example of a Jenks "Mule Ear'' carbine that was manufactured by N.P. Ames of Springfield, Massachusetts, for the U.S. Navy in 1846. Ames manufactured 4,250 of these distinctive, side-hammer, breech loading carbines between 1843 and 1846. This carbine has the rifled barrel and oval loading aperture found on later production carbines. The carbine has a brown barrel, casehardened lock plate, breechblock and tang and brass barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate. The stock is black walnut with an oil finish. The front sight is an integral part of the upper barrel band. A sling ring is mounted on the lower tang behind the trigger guard. The carbine has no provision for a ramrod. "W.JENKS" is stamped in small letters on the top of the barrel parallel to the bore. "USN/RC/P/1846" is stamped immediately below the Jenk's marking, in four lines perpendicular to the bore. "N.P. AMES/SPRINGFIELD/MASS" is stamped in three lines on the center of the lock plate and "Wm JENKS" is stamped on the rear of the lock plate. BBL: 24 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 percussion Finish: brown Grips: Serial Number: 429 Condition: Fine as partially refinished. The carbine retains 80% of the original brown finish on the barrel. Wear is limited to some minor handling marks on the barrel. There is no flash pitting on the lock plate, hammer and percussion nipple and the carbine appears to be un-fired. The brass furniture has an attractive aged patina. The markings on the barrel and lock plate are crisp. The lightly sanded refinished stock is very good. This is a solid representative example of a U.S. Navy, Jenks "Mule Ear" carbine manufactured by N.P. Ames.
Thumbnail 3063 Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1847 Musketoon Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured circa 1848 to 1859 with an estimated production of somewhere between 5,800 and 6,700. The Model 1847 Musketoon was the primary shoulder arm of the U.S. Dragoon and Cavalry regiments on the western frontier between 1848 and 1861. This particular musketoon has had the swivel ram rod removed and has a brass headed European iron ram rod replacement. The barrel, lock, ramrod, and sling bar are iron with a "National Armory Bright" finish. The barrel bands, left side plate, trigger guard, buttplate and lower tang are brass. The lock plate is marked "SPRING/FIELD/1848" vertically behind the hammer and has the Springfield eagle and shield over "U.S." ahead of the hammer. The barrel tang is dated "1850" and the left side, rear of the barrel is stamped with "V/P/eagle head" proof and inspection marks. Blade front sight integral with the barrel band and Civil War Era three folding leaf rear sight. Mounted with a full walnut straight grip stock with saddle ring and bar mounted on the rear barrel band and rear of the side plate, visible cartouche on the left flat and "US" marked buttplate tang. BBL: 26 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 69 Perc Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: About good. The metal surfaces have a gray patina with minor pitting on the barrel, bolster and lock. The brass has an aged patina. The heavily weathered stock is fair with some scattered minor pressure dents and dings. The stud under the muzzle is absent. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3064 Bartlett Contract U.S. Model 1808 Flintlock Musket Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This Asher and Pliny Bartlett of Springfield, Massachusetts produced Model 1808 is likely a state contract musket featuring a lock plate without the federal government eagle/U.S. stamping. State contract muskets bear only the Bartlett marking ahead of the hammer. The lock plate is dated 1813 and marked "S.CT/BARTLETT". The barrel at the breech is stamped "P/IB" and "M/1812". The stock is without markings and has a blank initial oval behind the barrel tang. Three barrel bands with a blade sight on the front band and a sling swivel on the middle band. A second sling swivel is attached to the trigger guard. "TC" is stamped ahead of the trigger. BBL: 42 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 69 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good. The musket has a bright appearance with minor pitting. The stock is very good with a couple minor chips missing, some chipping along the ramrod channel and some minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3065 U.S. R. Johnson Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,250.00 Manufactured from 1836 to 1844 by Robert Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut, with this example produced in 1842. Brass blade front and groove rear sights, with "US./JH/P" on top of the breech. The lock plate is marked "U.S./R. JOHNSON.MIDDN CONN/1842". It has a smooth stock with a single barrel band/side plate, swivel ramrod, one piece back strap/grip cap, and a pair of clear cartouches on the left flat. The underside of the barrel has been stamped with the number "4286" and the right side of the grip has a tack marked with the number "20". The Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol was the standard issue handgun of the Mexican War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: bright/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The lock plate has faded to a gray with the remaining metal surfaces having a bright appearance. The stock is very fine with a couple hairline cracks and a few minor handling marks. The cartouches are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3066 Fine U.S. Asa Waters Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Manufactured from 1836 to 1844. Blade front and groove rear sights, with "US/JCS/P" on the upper left side of the barrel. The lock plate is marked with an eagle head over "A. WATERS/MILBURY, MS/1837". Smooth stock, with a swiveling ramrod, iron furniture, a pair of cartouches on the left side, and a metal buttcap. The last U.S. martial flintlock pistol, the 1836 was standard issue during the Mexican War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: bright/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very fine. The barrel and action have smooth dark patina with some minor spotting and showing flashes of original case colors on the lock plate. The remaining metal surfaces have a dark mottled patina. The stock is also very fine with some minor pressure dents and scratches. The cartouches are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Looks like it just came out of an attic!
Thumbnail 3067 U.S. Navy Model 1814 John Shuler Contract Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 In 1815, John Shuler received a contract from the U.S. Navy in which he used parts from his 1808 Army contract and parts furnished by Schuylkill Arsenal to assemble the Navy contract flintlock pistols (see, for example, page 232 of Smith and Bitters). This is an example of a Shuler U.S. Navy contract pistols. The pistol has a Ketland lock plate marked "W/KETLAND/&CO" and a barrel marked "LONDON" on the top at the breech with three British proofs on the left side. The pistol was inspected by USN LT. Edward Trenchard. Trenchard's inspector "ET" initials are stamped on the left stock flat. The smooth stock has brass furniture with a floral blossom engraved on the trigger guard. BBL: 9 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 60 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good. The pistol has an attractive smooth untouched dark aged patina. The brass also has an untouched aged patina. The stock is also very good as repaired on the top rear lock plate with a couple cracks and some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically functions, but does not stay at full cock.
Thumbnail 3068 U.S. Evans Contract Model 1826 Naval Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured circa 1830 to 1831. This is one of less than 1,000 Model 1826 Navy Pistols manufactured by W.L. Evans of Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. The rear of the flintlock lock plate is marked "1831/USN" in two vertical lines and the area ahead of the hammer is marked with an eagle head above "W.L. Evans/V.FORGE". Top of barrel at the breech is faintly marked "USN/P". Smooth stock with "P" and "GZ" stamps on the left side with swivel ramrod, belt hook and iron buttcap. BBL: 8 5/8 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good as possibly arsenal refurbished. The pistol has remnants of a heat blued finish, over draw filing, with has mostly turned a mottled brown patina with some scattered mild pitting. The front sight has been repositioned. The varnished stock has a couple hairline cracks, a minor crack near the side plate and some minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3069 U.S. Asa Waters Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured from 1836 to 1844. Blade front and groove rear sights, with "JH/P" on the upper left side of the barrel. The lock plate is marked with an eagle head over "A. WATERS/MILBURY, MS/1843". Smooth stock, with a swiveling ramrod, iron furniture, a pair of cartouches on the left side, and a metal buttcap. The last U.S. martial flintlock pistol, the 1836 was standard issue during the Mexican War, with many converted to percussion and used during the Civil War. BBL: 8 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 54 Finish: bright/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good. The pistol has a mottled gray patina with some pin point pitting. The stock is fine with a few hairline cracks present on the left side near the lock plate screw with some other scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3070 Spectacular U.S. Burnside Model 1864 Breechloading Percussion Carbine Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 5,500.00 Produced circa 1863-1865. Blade front and two leaf folding rear sights, with "CAST STEEL 1864" and "MM" on top of the barrel. The top of the frame is marked "BURNSIDE PATENT/ MODEL OF 1864" with "BURNSIDE RIFLE Co./ PROVIDENCE=R.I." on the lock plate. Single letter inspection proofs are present on some parts. Smooth forearm and straight wrist stock, with a "RKW" cartouche on the wrist, "NSP" on the comb, and a smooth buttplate. BBL: 21 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 16056 Condition: Excellent, with 98% of the original blue finish, showing bright edge wear, and scattered handling marks. Case colors are 90% intact, bright and vivid, with minor fading on the edges. The nitre blue on the top and lower tangs is slightly thin with 70% remaining. The breechblock and lower lever retain 95% plus original nitre blue. Stock is excellent, with sharp cartouches, raised feathered grain and some minor dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3071 Excellent Civil War Smith Carbine Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 4,750.00 This Smith Carbine was manufactured by American Machine Works in Springfield, Massachusetts c. 1861-65. The carbine has a blue part-round/part-octagon barrel with dovetail mounted brass front sight blade and folding leaf rear sight. The left side of the casehardened receiver is fitted with a sling bar and ring for a cavalry carbine sling. The stock and forearm are oil-finished black walnut. The Smith patent markings are roll-stamped vertically on the left side of the receiver. The three-line Poultney & Trimble address is roll-stamped near the top of the left side of the receiver and the three line American Machine Works address is located beneath the sling bar. The serial number, "11960", is located on the bottom of the forward portion of the breech. "11" is stamped on the lower right side of the receiver and "960" is stamped on the lower left side. The left side of the stock wrist is stamped with two Ordnance inspection marks; "LFR" is script letters with a rectangular border and "JH" is script letters with an oval border. An "LFR" sub-inspection mark is stamped on the left barrel flat and a "JH" sub-inspection mark is stamped on the stock comb is front of the buttplate heel. The Smith Carbine was a popular and widely issued Civil War Federal cavalry carbine. BBL: 21 5/8 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 11960 Condition: Excellent. The carbine is in an un-issued, un-fired condition and retains 96% plus of the original blue and casehardened finish overall. The carbine shows only minor storage wear with discoloration and oxidization on the niter blue barrel latch, the bottom of the trigger guard and the buttplate. The barrel retains virtually all of the military blue finish and the bore is in perfect condition. There is no flash pitting on the percussion nipple or the face of the breech. The casehardened receiver and hammer retain nearly 95% of the subdued case colors. The barrel band has a brown patina. The stock and forearm are in excellent plus condition with exceptional sharp Ordnance inspection marks unhandled raised grain and minimal storage wear. This is an excellent example of a key Federal cavalry carbine.
Thumbnail 3072 Excellent Cased Three Barrel Set Maynard Single Shot Percussion Rifle/Shotgun with Target Attributed Start Price: 25,000.00High Bid: 25,000.00Estimate: 50,000.00 - 100,000.00 This is an excellent example of a cased Maynard single shot percussion longarm with two rifle barrels, one shotgun barrel, and accessories. Included with the longarm is a 3 inch x 3 1/2 inch target signed with the initials "AL" and marked in pencil "10 Rds/[illegible]/20 in 4/10". It has been reported that the "AL" initials are that of Abraham Lincoln and that the 16th President of the United States fired this longarm. It is known that during the Civil War President Lincoln encouraged weapons development and even test fired longarms himself on an open area south of the White House. Lincoln promoted a wide range of military technologies which included rifles, body armor, gunpowder, shells, field artillery, and ironclad naval warships. His interest in military technology proved vital to the Union's weapons development efforts. For instance, he was instrumental in the development of the mortar boat which helped clear the Mississippi River and backed the development of John Ericsson's plan for turreted ironclad warships which helped the Union maintain its dominance at sea. Lincoln is known to have watched naval gun testing at the navy yard on the Anacostia River and watched the testing of the Parrott rifled artillery at Cold Spring Armory. At times, Lincoln would even function as chief of ordnance, testing new weapons himself. Lincoln test fired the "coffee-mill gun", an early hand-cranked machine gun and practiced his long distance skills with sharpshooters at a Union camp which resulted in Lincoln ordering breech loaders for the regiment. Perhaps Lincoln's most famous testing of military hardware came on August 18, 1863 when he personally test fired the Spencer seven shot rifle on the White House lawn at a distance of forty yards. The President made seven consecutive shots. Prior to firing the rifle, Lincoln was skeptical of the effectiveness and reliability of the Spencer. The objective of the demonstration was the reversal of Lincoln's negative opinion concerning the rifle. Although the demonstration resulted in good will towards the Spencer Company, there is no historical evidence to suggest that the demonstration promoted the purchase of the rifle. Presidential and Civil War historians have noted that it was common for inventors of rifles, artillery, and other weapons to invite President Lincoln to witness a trial or to send him a specimen. As historian Robert V. Bruce noted, "Consider how easily an assassin reckless of his own life might have entered Lincoln's office with a repeating rifle or a bomb. Many men did just that, although none, luckily, with murder in their hearts. 'On my arrival to the White House,' one inventor remarked matter-of-factly, 'I was ushered immediately into the reception room, with my repeating rifle in my hand and there I found the President alone.' The well established historical record confirming Lincoln's interest in firearms make it plausible that this Maynard was fired by the 16th President of the United States. This Maynard is pictured in Merrill Lindsay's book ONE HUNDRED GREAT GUNS (page 135). The photograph shows the rifle in its case with three barrels, accessories, and the "AL" marked target, all of which are included in this lot. Lindsay identifies this longarm as "Dr. Edward Maynard's own cap-lock gun". Built in 1845 to support his patent application". The Maynard primer door on this longarm is marked "MAYNARD'S PATENT/SEP. 22, 1845". It is equipped with a tang peep sight. The rifle is mounted on a straight grip walnut stock with a crescent buttplate and iron patch box. The patch box is marked "MAYNARD PATENTEE/MAY 27, 1851/JUNE 17, 1856". The inside of the patch box has a series of patent dates printed on a paper insert. The patent marking is as follows "MAYNARD,/Patentee,/MAY 27, 1851, JUNE 17, 1856,/JAN. 11, 1859,/OCT'R 4, 1859,/OCT'R 4, 1859,/DEC'R 6, 1859." As stated, this Maynard longarm comes with three part octagon barrels. The first barrel is 20 inches long and chambered for 50 percussion caliber with a combination Beach front sight and two leaf rear sight with the leafs marked "10" and "20". The underside of the barrel at the breech is marked with the number "10908" and the letter "J". The second barrel is 20 inches long and chambered for 40 percussion caliber with a combination Beach front sight and two leaf rear sight with leafs marks "10" and "20". The underside of the barrel at the breech is marked with the number "3" and the letter "J". The third barrel is a 20 gauge shotgun barrel which is 26 inches long and has a bead front sight. All barrels are blue with the 40 caliber barrel having a blue lever and the shotgun and 50 caliber barrels having a casehardened lever. The nicely figured case has brass corner protectors, a blank initial oval on top of the lid and lined with red velvet. The following accessories are included: a two cavity (40 and 50 caliber) Maynard bullet mold, three bore brushes, an American Flask and Cap Co. powder flask, a Maynard tape primer container with tape primer, a Maynard lubricator container, a package of spare parts marked "Spare parts of Maynard Rifle/for repairs when needed," in Dr. Maynard's own handwriting, screwdriver, reloadable brass cases with a hole in the back to admit the flash from the external cap primer, wad cutter, two bullet starters, key, and 8 page Maynard rifle testimonials and instructions pamphlet. The following Lincoln related items are also included: a Mr. & Mrs. Lincoln illustrated portrait card, a Lincoln illustrated portrait card, a framed portrait of Lincoln (frame 6 1/2"x6 1/2"), and George Bancroft's MEMORIAL ADDRESS ON THE LIFE AND CHARACTER OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN (1866). Overall this gun set, as Lindsay concluded, "would make any gunner's mouth water" (page 157). BBL: 20, 20, 26 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The 50 caliber barrel retains 97% original blue finish showing some mild thinning. The lever retains 70% original case colors. The 40 caliber barrel retains 95% thinning original blue finish with minor pitting on the lever. The shotgun barrel retains nearly 97% thinning original blue finish with a few small patches of light spotting. The lever retains 97% plus original case colors. The receiver and hammer retain 97% original blue finish showing some minor high edge and spot wear. The patch box and buttplate retain 50% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. There are a few patches of minor pitting. The highly figured deluxe burl walnut buttstock is also excellent with some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent. The case is very fine with some minor handling/storage wear and wear on the lining from the high spots of the rifle.
Thumbnail 3073 Historic Completely Original Civil War Berdan's Sharpshooters Sharps New Model 1859 Breechloading Ri Start Price: 5,000.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 10,000.00 - 15,000.00 This Historic Sharps Model 1859 rifle manufactured in March-April 1862. This rifle is one of the 2000 Sharps Model 1859 rifles ordered specifically for issue to the 1st and 2nd U.S. Sharpshooter (U.S.S.) regiments organized and commanded by Colonel Hiram Berdan. The rifle has the distinctive double-set triggers that Berdan specified for the Sharps rifles issued to the USS. In addition to the double-set triggers, the rifle has a front sight block for an angular socket bayonet and folding leaf rear sight with 800 yard center notch. Both of these features are characteristic of USS Sharps rifles. The rifle serial number, "57544", is in the primary serial number range (54390-57574) established by author and historian Wiley Sword for USS Sharps rifles. Sharps rifles serial number 57471 and 57574 are documented as having been issued to Company G, 1st USS in 1862. In addition to the distinctive USS features, the rifle is fitted with the standard Sharps pellet primer and a casehardened iron patch box. The black walnut stock and forearm have an oil finish. The rifle is complete with a scarce Civil War russet leather sling. The barrel is roll-stamped: "SHARPS RIFLE/MANUFG. CO. /HARTFORD CONN." in three lines ahead of the rear sight and "NEW MODEL 1859" behind it. The patent marking: "C. SHARPS' PAT/SEPT. 12th 1849" is roll-stamped in two lines on the left side of the receiver. The lock plate is roll-stamped: "C.SHARPS' PAT./OCT.5th 1852" behind the hammer and the upper right side of the receiver is roll-stamped: "R.S. LAWRENCE PAT/APRIL 12th 1859". The serial number: "57554" is stamped on the upper receiver tang and on the underside of the barrel beneath the forearm. The tiny "OWA" initials of Ordnance Sub-Inspector Orville W. Ainsworth are stamped on the left barrel flat above the stock line. Ainsworth was the primary Sub-Inspector for the USS Sharps rifle contract; his initials are stamped on most USS rifle barrels and are a key identification point for genuine USS Model 1859 Sharps rifles. The script "JT" final inspection mark of John Taylor, Chief Inspector for the USS 2,000 rifle contract, is not visible on the left side of the stock wrist. The "JT" final inspection mark is rarely present on USS Sharps rifles due to handling wear. An oval German Silver plate engraved with three script initials is fastened by two screws to the left side of the stock. The initials are engraved with punch marks and appear to be "GDV". Research of the muster rolls of the 1st and 2nd USS regiments could identify the initials. The 1st and 2nd USS regiments were recruited by Hiram Berdan, a champion target shooter, from selected Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Vermont marksmen. Berdan intended the USS to serve as an elite light infantry unit. Equipped with Sharps rifles and outfitted with distinctive green uniforms with black buttons patterned on the of the uniforms worn by the British Rifle Brigade, the USS became some of the most celebrated troops in the Army of the Potomac. The 1st and 2nd USS first saw action in June 1862 and fought in most of the battles of the Army of the Potomac until the surviving three-year volunteers were mustered out in the fall of 1864. The USS regiments distinguished themselves during the battle of Gettysburg. The 1st and 2nd USS regiments claimed to have inflicted more Confederate casualties than any other units in the Civil War. Genuine USS Sharps rifles are scarce; author Wiley Sword identified 47 surviving USS Sharps rifles by serial number in his 1988 book "SHARPSHOOTER". BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 57554 Condition: Very good plus. The rifle is completely original and has all of the recognized characteristics of the 2,000 special order USS Sharps Model 1859 rifles. The rifle shows wear typical of a combat used weapon but no abuse. The barrel was polished bright during the original period of service and has a deep brown age patina above the stock line and bright finish below the forearm and under the barrel bands (many rifles and muskets with blued barrels were polished bright by troops in the field during the Civil War). There is some fine pitting on the markings on the top of the barrel and on the rear sight but most of the surfaces are smooth. The case colors on the receiver, lever, buttplate and patch box have faded to a mottled gray-brown. The buttplate has some minor pitting and surface corrosion but the other surfaces are smooth. The receiver markings are crisp and clear. The bore is bright and has been well cared for. The pellet primer is intact. The set trigger functions properly. The stock and forearm both are in very good condition with moderate handling wear and no damage or repairs. The plate on the left side of the stock is period and contemporary with the rifle. This is a fine example of a scarce USS Sharps New Model 1859 rifle.
Thumbnail 3074 Rare Civil War Spencer Navy Model Rifle Start Price: 3,750.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 7,500.00 - 9,500.00 Manufactured circa 1862, only 709 rifles were made in this pattern and the entire production was purchased by the Navy. The top of the receiver is marked "SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO. BOSTON MASS/PAT'D MARCH 6, 1860" and the serial number is marked on the top rear of the receiver. Brass blade front and folding ladder rear sight graduated to 800 yards. The distinctive feature of this variation of Spencer Rifle is that the barrel is fitted with a large bayonet lug on the underside rear of the muzzle for a saber bayonet. The receiver and lever were casehardened, while the remaining surfaces are blue. Mounted with a full length forearm secured by three barrel bands with a steel end cap and sling swivel on the middle band, and straight grip stock with sling swivel and steel buttplate, These rifles represented the first Spencer of any type purchased by the U.S. Government. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 189 Condition: Fine. The barrel has a dark patina with strong original blue finish in protected areas, and some minor pitting, (mainly at the breech end). The receiver has 30% original case colors with the balance a smooth dark and brown mottled patina. The lock has a dark patina with minor pitting and the hammer and lever have a smooth dark patina. The wood is fine with some scattered overall minor dents, dings and scratches associated with a firearm of this age, The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3075 Exceptional Spencer Repeating Sporting Rifle Start Price: 3,750.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 7,500.00 - 9,500.00 Very few sporting rifles were manufactured by Spencer and educated estimates put total production well under a few thousand. The action first went into production in 1860 and as soon as the Civil War started all of the machinery and man power was devoted to turning out rifles and carbines for the Civil War (of historical note, sporting rifles manufactured during the Civil War were for presentation, the most famous being Gideon Welles). The matching serial number is marked on the rear upper left side of the frame and on the bottom of the barrel under the forearm. "PT" is also stamped on the bottom of the barrel under the forearm. Marked "SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO. BOSTON MASS./PAT'D MARCH 6, 1860." on top of the receiver. The assembly number "109" is stamped on various parts including the lever, barrel, forearm and breechblock. Blade front sight, folding leaf rear sight and tang mounted peep sight absent of graduation markings. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with pewter forend secured by two screws and straight grip stock with Spencer's steel buttplate. BBL: 26 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 46 RF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 287 Condition: Excellent. The barrel retains 90% original blue finish with some thinning to a smooth plum patina. The receiver retains 85% plus vivid original case colors with some scattered surface blemishes. The wood is also very fine with almost all of the original varnish remaining and showing some minor dents and scratches. The markings are crisp. The action is excellent. A truly outstanding Spencer Sporting rifle!
Thumbnail 3076 Spectacular Civil War Burnside Breech-Loading Carbine Start Price: 1,900.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 3,750.00 - 5,500.00 This Burnside Carbine was manufactured by the Burnside Rifle Co., of Providence, Rhode Island, late in the Civil War. The carbine has the distinctive guide screw in the right side of the frame that identifies it as a 5th Model carbine. The barrel has a military blue finish and the breechblock, loading lever and receiver tang are bright niter blue. The receiver, hammer, and buttplate have a color casehardened finish. The stock and forearm are oil-finished black walnut. The barrel is fitted with a two-leaf folding rear sight. A bright-finished sling bar and ring are mounted on the left side of the receiver. "BURNSIDE PATENT/MODEL OF 1864" is roll-stamped in two lines on the top of the receiver and "BURNSIDE RIFLE Co./PROVIDENCE RI." is roll-stamped on the right side plate. The top of the barrel is stamped "CAST STEEL 1864" in small letters ahead of the rear sight. The serial number, "18162" is located on the top of the receiver and breechblock. The left side of the stock wrist is stamped with two script three- initial Ordnance inspection marks with rectangular borders. The Ordnance sub-inspection mark "N.S.P." is stamped on the comb of the stock. Single letter Sub-Inspection marks are stamped on most major components. The Burnside breech-loading carbine was one of the most important and widely issued Civil War Federal cavalry carbines. BBL: 21 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 percussion Finish: blue/case-hardened Grips: Serial Number: 18162 Condition: Very fine. The carbine retains nearly 90% plus of the original military blue, niter blue and case hardened finish. The carbine appears to be un-fired and shows only storage wear. The case colors on the receiver hammer and breech lever are vivid. The case colors on the buttplate have faded slightly. The left side and top of the barrel has some scattered patches of surface rust but no visible pitting. There is some light surface rust on the lower receiver tang and some minor scratches on the bottom of the trigger guard. The bore is perfect. The barrel and receiver markings are crisp. The stock and forearm are in very fine condition with all of the original oil finish and raised, un-handled grain. The Ordnance inspection stamps on the left side of the stock wrist are very crisp and clear. The stock and forearm have a number of minor storage scratches and dents. This is a very fine example of a Civil War Burnside Breech-Loading carbine.
Thumbnail 3077 Grouping of Images of Brigadier General William E Strong, Veteran of the First Battle of Bull Run Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Born in New York and raised in Wisconsin, William Strong had just passed the bar exam when he heard of the incident at Fort Sumter and the start of the Civil War. Joining the fight as soon as possible, Strong raised F Company of the Second Wisconsin Infantry, and served as it's Captain during the Battle of Blackburn's Ford and First Bull Run. Following those battles, he was promoted to Major in the 12th Wisconsin, a part of the Army of the Tennessee, where he would spend the remainder of his war service, which included the honor of raising the Union Flag over the battlements of Vicksburg on July 4, 1863, the climax of the Vicksburg Campaign and a critical turning point in the war. Leaving the service as a Brevet Brigadier General, Strong established his practice in Chicago, where he also spent a term as Commander of the Loyal Legion. This lot consists of a collection of photo cards of the General, depicting him at the ages of 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 35 and 39, along with a pair of undated photos. Each card is set into a paper frame, which have notes of his then-current rank and assignments. A few cards have visible backs, with the markings of M.M Melander & Bro of East Ohio Street, Chicago. Also included are a pair of protective covers, with raised floral patterns on the leather exteriors BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good. Some scuffs and tears are present on the frames, while the pictures themselves are excellent. The covers show minor wear, concentrated on the high edges.
Thumbnail 3078 NRA Ten Best Weapon Award Winning Rare, Cased Sharps Pistol-Rifle with Accessories and Military Belt Start Price: 8,000.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 16,000.00 - 25,000.00 Percussion breech-loading pistol-rifle manufactured by C. Sharps & Co., of Philadelphia circa 1857-1860. Sharps manufactured approximately 600 of these standard model Pistol-Rifles using the same action as the Sharps Breech-Loading Single Shot Pistol. The pistol-rifle has a round, brown-finished barrel with dovetail mounted nickel-silver front sight blade, tube rear sight and a knurled ring at the muzzle like the Sharps large frame breech-loading pistols. The falling block action is designed for the "mule-ear" cartridge and is fitted with a pellet priming device. The receiver lever and hammer have a casehardened finish. The rifle has a walnut forearm with iron tip and pistol grip walnut stock with iron pistol grip cap, patch box and buttplate. The cap box has a high polish blue finish. The stock and forearm have a varnished high polish "piano" finish. What appears to be the serial number, "11" is stamped on the inside of the breech lever. "C. SHARPS/PATENT/18-52" is stamped on the left side of the receiver below the hammer. "C.SHARPS & CO'S/RIFLE WORKS/PHILA. PA" is roll-stamped in three lines on the left side of the receiver. The rifle is fitted with a hinged wooden case lined with red felt. The case has five compartments with three of the compartments having wooden lids with bone handles. The case contains a steel .36 caliber single shot pistol bullet mold serial numbered "771", an empty rectangular tin Sharps primer box with a paper label that reads "SHARPS/PATENT PELLETS/OR PRIMERS/Patented June 28. 1853" and a glass container of wax. In addition to the rifle accessories the case contains a patent leather military belt with non-regulation two-piece gold plated Eagle and Shield/Wreath buckle, a British style patent leather primer pouch and a rectangular patent leather Sharps cartridge box containing a cartridge tin with wooden blocks for eighteen loose cartridges and space in the lower portion of the tin for cartridge packets. The belt, cap pouch and cartridge box all fit in compartments within the wooden case. Produced in very limited numbers. Sharps Pistol-Rifles are scarce, unusual, and highly prized by advanced Sharps collectors. The pistol-rifle is accompanied by the original "Certificate of Recognition", (certificate number 9), Annual Meetings Exhibit Weapons Award from the NRA's 89th Annual Meeting held on March 20, 1960 in Washington D.C. The certificate is one of a maximum of ten awarded each year to weapons of outstanding historical value, beauty, or rarity as selected from displays of the NRA's Affiliated Gun Collector Organizations. BBL: 28 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: brown/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 11 Condition: Very fine. The Pistol-Rifle retains 80% plus of the brown finish on the barrel. There is some scattered pitting on the top and right side of the barrel near the muzzle. The case colors on the receiver and lever have faded to a smooth silver-gray patina. The percussion nipple and breechblock have no flash pitting. The receiver markings are crisp. The buttcap has a dark patina. The patch box retains 85% of the original bright blue finish with traces of surface rust. The buttplate has light-moderate pitting and with a dark brown patina. The excellent stock and forearm retain at least 90% of the high polish "piano" finish with scattered minor handling marks. The case is in fair condition. The exterior is heavily scratched and the velvet interior is faded and torn. The bullet mold is in good condition. The primer tin is in fair condition. The paper label is torn and discolored but legible. The belt, cap pouch and cartridge box are in good-to very good condition and appear to be un-used with only storage wear. This is a rare award winning and unique example of a cased Standard Model Sharps Pistol-Rifle with shooting accessories and military belt, cap pouch and cartridge box.
Thumbnail 3079 Historic Civil War Berdan's Sharps Model 1859 Rifle Start Price: 5,500.00High Bid: 19,000.00Estimate: 11,000.00 - 16,000.00 This Sharps New Model 1859 rifle was manufactured in March-April 1862 for issue to the 1st and 2nd U.S. Sharpshooter (USS) regiments. Raised by champion shooter Col. Hiram Berdan, the two USS regiments were composed of selected marksmen from Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Vermont. The USS regiments were issued distinctive green uniforms with black buttons that were similar to those worn by the famous British Rifle Brigade. Berdan insisted that his regiments be equipped with Sharps rifles with special order double-set triggers, rear sights graduated to 900 yards and angular, socket bayonets. This rifle is one of the 2,000 special-order, Sharps Model 1859 rifles manufactured for issue to the 1st and 2nd USS in May 1862. The rifle has the distinctive combination of double-set triggers, a front sight block for an angular socket bayonet and folding leaf rear sight with 900 yard center notch found only USS Model 1859 Sharps rifles. The rifle serial number, "56535", falls within the primary serial number range (54,390-57,574) for USS Sharps rifles established by author and historian Wiley Sword in his book "SHARPSHOOTER". The rifle has the standard Sharps pellet primer, casehardened iron patch box and nicely figured oil-finished black walnut stock and forearm. The barrel is roll-stamped "SHARPS RIFLE/MANUFG. CO./HARTFORD CONN." in three lines ahead of the rear sight and "NEW MODEL 1859" behind it. The patent marking "C. SHARPS' PAT/SEPT. 12th 1849" is roll-stamped in two lines on the left side of the receiver. The lock plate is roll-stamped "C.SHARPS' PAT./OCT.5th 1852" behind the hammer and the upper right side of the receiver is roll-stamped "R.S. LAWRENCE PAT/APRIL 12th 1859". The serial number "53535" is stamped on the upper receiver tang and on the underside of the barrel beneath the forearm. The tiny "OWA" initials of Ordnance Sub-Inspector Orville W. Ainsworth are stamped on the left barrel flat above the stock line. Ainsworth was the primary Sub-Inspector for the USS Sharps rifle contract; his initials are stamped on most USS rifle barrels and are a key identification point for genuine USS Model 1859 Sharps rifles. The Sub-Inspector initials "AWM" are stamped on the bottom of the forearm. There is no Ordnance final inspection mark on the left side of the stock wrist. The 1st and 2nd USS regiments were the elite light infantry of the Army of the Potomac. Equipped with special Sharps rifles and outfitted with distinctive uniforms, the USS were some of the best known and most celebrated regiments in the Army of the Potomac. The 1st and 2nd USS first saw action at Yorktown, Virginia in June 1862 and went on to fight in most of the battles of the Army of the Potomac until the survivors were mustered out of service in late 1864 at the end of their three-year enlistment. Of the 2,570 officers and enlisted men who served in the 1st and 2nd USS between 1861 and 1864, 278 were killed in action, 254 died of disease and 376 were wounded. The 1st and 2nd USS regiments claimed to have inflicted more Confederate casualties than any other units in the Federal army. Genuine USS Sharps rifles are scarce; author Wiley Sword identified 47 surviving USS Sharps rifles by serial number in the 1988 edition of "SHARPSHOOTER". BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 56535 Condition: Very good plus. The rifle is in exceptional condition and is almost certainly one of the finest USS Model 1859 Sharps rifles extant. Hints of blue finish remain on the barrel with the balance having aged to an even and very attractive plum brown patina. The surfaces of the barrel are smooth; the barrel markings and "OWA" Sub-Inspection mark are crisp. The rear sight has the same deep brown patina and crisp markings as the barrel. The case hardened barrel bands have a dark brown patina. The receiver, hammer, lever and buttplate have muted case colors that have aged to a gray-brown patina. Traces of the original niter blue finish are visible on the breechblock and pellet primer. There is minimal flash pitting on the percussion nipple, hammer or breechblock. The serial number and receiver markings are crisp. The iron patch box retains about 85% of the original case colors. The stock and forearm both are in fine condition and with minor scattered dings and scratches. Most of the original raised grain is present on the forearm and the Sub-Inspection mark is very crisp. The set-triggers function fine. This is an outstanding example of a scarce and very desirable Berdan Sharps Model 1859 rifle. It would be difficult to find a field used USS Sharps rifle in better condition than this example.
Thumbnail 3080 Excellent Colt U.S. Contract Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket with Bayonet and Sling Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,000.00 This unissued example of a Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket was manufactured in 1863. Colt manufactured at least 75,000 of these muskets under Ordnance Department contracts during the Civil War. The barrel, lock and iron furniture are finished "National Armory Bright". The three-leaf rear sight is blued and the trigger is casehardened. The black walnut stock has an oil finish. The Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket had a distinctive hammer, nickel bolster that lacked a clean-out screw, screw fastened barrel bands and a straight shank tulip head ramrod. Many of these features were incorporated by Springfield Armory in the Model 1863 Type I and Model 1863 Type II rifle-muskets. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer and the top of the barrel is dated "1863" just ahead of the tang. "U.S./COLT'S PT F.A. MFG CO/HARTFORD CT" is roll-stamped on the lock plate in front of the hammer. The face of the nipple bolster is stamped with the Spread Eagle/Shield motif. The upper left barrel flat is stamped with Ordnance "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. An Ordnance "M" Sub-Inspection mark and "STEEL" are stamped on the left side of the barrel just above the stock line. Two bordered script Ordnance inspection marks are stamped on the left stock flat. "U.S." is stamped on the heel of the buttplate. The rifle-musket is complete with a wooden barrel plug, russet leather sling and Model 1855 socket bayonet. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: Bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The musket appears to be un-issued and retains the untouched original National Armory Bright finish. There is scattered age discoloration and some shallow pitting along the top of the barrel. Nearly all of the blue finish is present on the rear sight. The trigger has nearly all of the casehardened finish. There is no flash pitting on the percussion nipple, bolster and adjacent areas of the barrel lock plate and hammer. All of the markings on the barrel, lock plate and stock are extremely sharp. The stock is in excellent condition with crisp edges and un-handled, "feathered", raised grain. Wear is limited to scattered and very minor storage marks. The bayonet is in good overall condition with light pitting on the socket and spots of age discoloration on the blade. The russet leather sling is in excellent condition. This is an excellent unissued example of an important Colt longarm and key Federal Civil War percussion rifle-musket.
Thumbnail 3081 Ames U.S. Model 1800 Staff & Field Officer's Sword with Scabbard Inscribed to Colonel Wilcox of The Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 7,500.00 Blade is 30 1/2 inches long, with etched decoration on both sides and the Ames scroll logo on the left ricasso. The hilt is gilt finished, with cut-through floral designs, and a rayskin grip. Blue steel scabbard, with raised floral designs on the gilt finished suspension bands. Has the N.P. Ames name and address stamped on the upper suspension band. An inscription on the top band reads "L. Sullivant/to/Col. James A. Wilcox/113th O.V.I." Research identifies L. Sullivant as Major Lyne Starling Sullivant, a commander in the 113th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, which was organized by Colonel Wilcox in 1863. Enlisting for a 3-year term, the 113th spent most of the Civil War as part of the Department of the Cumberland, participating the Tullahoma, Chickamauga, Chattanooga, Knoxville and Atlanta Campaigns, Sherman's March to the Sea, and finally participating in the Grand Review of the Armies before being mustered out on 6 July 1865. The 113th Ohio Volunteer Infantry saw extensive combat and had 9 officers and no enlisted men killed in action while 1 officer and 149 enlisted men died of disease. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. The blade has a dark patina with well defined etching, and 30% of the original gilt finish on the hilt. The grip is missing the wire wrap and the shark skin grip has an open seam and several breaks. The scabbard has a dark patina. The suspension bands have about 40% of the original gilt finish.
Thumbnail 3082 Ames U.S. Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword with Scabbard Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 30 1/2 inch double fuller blade, with the three line Ames, Chicopee, Mass address on the left ricasso, and decorative etching on either side, with an American Eagle on the right, "U.S." on the left, and vines and arrays of arms on both sides. Gilt brass guard with cut-through floral vines, laurel engraved pommel and wire wrapped rayskin grip. Black leather scabbard, with punch dot backed leaf engraving and star patterns on the throat and suspension band, and a sunrise and "US" over an eagle on the tip. The scabbard lacks the usual Ames markings on the throat BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some mild spotting and handling marks on the blade, 70% of the original gilt finish on the hilt, a fine dark patina on the visible brass, and some compression dents, cracks and scuffs on the scabbard.
Thumbnail 3083 WWI M.C. Lilley U.S. Model 1902 Officer's Sword Inscribed to a Military Physician Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 32 inch single fuller blade, with etched decoration on the spine and sides, and "Starling S. Wilcox/From His Brother/James B. Wilcox/Sept. 10. 1917" on the left side. 3-branch guard, with a grooved grip. Research shows a Starling Sullivant Wilcox as an Ohio doctor and author of the text, "Essentials of Genito-Urinary and Venereal Diseases." Dr. Wilcox entered military service as a First Lieutenant in the Volunteers, 11 March 1901. Information from the consignor states that both Starling S. and James B. Wilcox were the sons of Colonel James A. Wilcox, Commanding Officer of the 113th Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. The blade is in very good condition. The hilt retains 40% original nickel plated finish. The etching is very strong on the blade. The sword is missing the scabbard.
Thumbnail 3084 Inscribed Model 1872 Bent & Bush Officer's Sword with Two Scabbards Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,600.00 34 inch single fuller blade, with etched decoration on each side, and "BENT/&/BUSH/BOSTON/MASS" on the right ricasso and "G.L Dodge" on the left side of blade. Gold washed 2-branch guard with patriotic designs and a wire wrapped sharkskin grip. Nickel finished scabbard, with gold washed and vine engraved suspension bands and tip, and an extra, similarly equipped blue steel scabbard. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few light handling marks overall. The nickel scabbard is showing a frosted patina, with minor spotting, and the blue scabbard is showing areas of brown patina and minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3085 Two U.S. Light Cavalry Swords with Scabbard Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 1) U.S. Civil War C. Roby 1860 Cavalry Sword, 35 inch double fuller blade with the Roby markings on the left ricasso and the inspector marks and 1865 date on the right. Brass 2 branch guard and a wire wrapped leather grip. With an iron scabbard. 2) U.S. Mansfield & Lamb 1860 sword, 34 3/4 inch 1864 dated blade, with dual branch guard, wire and leather grip, and iron scabbard with belt hanger. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine, with spotting, wear and signs of sharpening on the blade, a mixed patina on the hilt, even wear on the grip, and a mixed brown and gray patina on the scabbard with areas of spotting and scratches. 2) Very fine, with some spotting and wear on the blade, a deep, nearly black patina on the hilt with mellow exposed brass, and light wear on the grip. The hanger shows cracking and scuffs, and the sheath a dark, mixed patina.
Thumbnail 3086 Scarce Civil War Production U.S. Contract New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever Action Rifle Start Price: 11,000.00High Bid: 40,000.00Estimate: 22,500.00 - 35,000.00 This is an example of a U.S. Henry rifle that was manufactured by the New Haven Arms Co., in April 1865. This rifle was probably one of 127 Henry rifles in the 8,400-9,400 serial number range that were shipped to the Ordnance Department by the New Haven Arms Co., on May 16, 1865. Most of these rifles, along with 500 Henry rifles in the 7,000-8,000 serial number range, were issued to Companies B, C, I, H and K the 3rd U.S. Veteran Volunteer Infantry Regiment (3rd VVI). Henry Rifle serial number 8,617 is listed as one of the rifles issued to the 3rd VVI. The Army recruited four regiments of Veteran Volunteer Infantry in the winter of 1864-1865 from soldiers who completed their initial enlistments. The VVI regiments were intended to serve as an elite infantry corps under the command of General Winfield Scott Hancock and were armed with Henry, Sharps and Spencer rifles. As an incentive, soldiers who re-enlisted in the VVI regiments were paid a substantial bounty and allowed to keep their rifles on discharge. The Civil War ended before the VVI regiments saw combat. Many of the members of the VVI regiments took the Henry, Sharps and Spencer rifles they had been issued home when they were discharged. The 627 Henry rifles purchased to arm the 3rd VVI were marked with a punch-mark behind the serial number on the barrel and a small three-initial Ordnance inspection mark on the left side of the stock wrist adjacent to the receiver. The more commonly encountered Ordnance Department "C.G.C." inspection marks on the right side of the barrel and on the right stock wrist of Henry rifles in the 3,000-4,000 serial number range are found on the 800 Henry rifles purchased for issue to the 1st D.C. Cavalry on December 30, 1863. This rifle has the distinctive Henry brass receiver and butt plate with blued barrel and casehardened hammer, lever and trigger. The walnut stock has an oil finish. The barrel has the later style, square back, nickel silver, front sight and late style, dove-tail mounted, folding leaf rear sight with 900 yard center notch and elevator bar retaining screw. The integral, 15-shot, magazine has the late pattern, large diameter, brass follower. The receiver is the late pattern which lacks the alternative rear sight dove-tail and has a loading lever latch on the lower tang. The brass buttplate is the late pattern with sharply pointed heel. The left side of the stock is fitted with a factory sling swivel. A loop for a sling hook is mounted on the left side of the barrel. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line, legend: "HENRY'S PATENT. OCT. 16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO NEWHAVEN CT." ahead of the rear sight. The barrel marking is the second pattern, introduced about serial number 4,000, that utilizes all Roman style (serifed) letters. The serial number "8618" and a punch mark are stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. A small three-initial Ordnance "A.W.B." inspection mark is stamped on the left stock wrist near the edge of the receiver. The "H" inspection mark of B. Tyler Henry is stamped on the lower receiver tang behind the lever latch. The serial number, "8618" is stamped on the left side of the lower receiver tang in the upper tang inlet of the stock and on the inside of the buttplate. All of the visible serial numbers match. The late style, cap head, buttplate and tang screws are, correctly, not serial numbered. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 Henry RF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 8618 Condition: Fine as partially refinished (barrel). The rifle shows minimal service wear and retains all the original components. The receiver and buttplate are in very fine condition with minimal handling wear. The side plate joints are tight and there is no indication that the side plates have ever been removed from the receiver. The brass has a very attractive patina. The hammer, lever and trigger retain most of the original casehardened finish. The stock is in very fine condition; most of the original oil finish is intact, the Ordnance inspection mark is legible and storage marks are minimal. The raised grain is an attractive "feathered" appearance with the distinctive (and highly desirable) raised bump present on left side, under the swivel. The bore is bright which is very unusual for a Henry rifle. The barrel, sling swivel, tang and buttplate screws have been refinished many years ago. The barrel legend shows signs of polishing but is completely legible. This is an attractive and solid example of a scarce, late production, U.S. contract Henry rifle.
Thumbnail 3087 Historic Identified Civil War New Jersey 5th Regiment Sharps New Model 1863 Military Rifle with Insc Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 This Sharps New Model 1863 Rifle belonged to Private Patrick Downey of the New Jersey Company I, 5th Regiment and Company G, 7th Regiment during the American Civil War. Research provided by the consignor lists Private Downey as serving three years with the New Jersey Volunteers from December 11, 1861 to December 11, 1864. Records indicate that Downey began his military service with Co. I, 5th Regiment and was later transferred to Co. G, 7th Regiment. This rifle has a diamond silver overlay on the left side of the buttstock which is engraved "PATRICK DOWNEY/CO. I./5TH REGT. N.J.V." The rifle is equipped with blade front and Lawrence patent ladder rear sights. The top of the barrel is stamped with the three line Sharp's address ahead of the rear sight and "NEW MODEL 1863" at the breech with "M.N.M." inspector initials stamped on the left side. The lock plate has the Lawrence and Sharps patent dates with the 1848 Sharps patent date on the left side of the receiver. Smooth straight grip stock with metal forend cap, three barrel bands, sling swivels, a pair of cartouches stamped on the left side of the wrist, and patch box. The 5th Regiment was organized at Camp Olden, Trenton, N.J., and mustered in August 22, 1861. The New Jersey regiment left for Washington, D.C. and was attached to Casey's Provisional Division, Army of the Potomac, to October, 1861. The regiment was then attached to the 3rd Brigade, Hooker's Division, Army of the Potomac, until March, 1862, to the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Division, 3rd Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, until March, 1864. and finally with the 3rd Brigade, 3rd Division, 2nd Army Corps, before being consolidated with the 7th New Jersey Infantry on November 6, 1864. The 5th Regiment lost 12 officers and 126 enlisted men killed and mortally wounded with another 85 enlisted men by disease. The regiment's service record included the Battle of Williamsburg, Battle of Fair Oaks or Seven Pines, Pope's Campaign in Northern Virginia, defenses of Washington, Battle of Gettysburg, Battle of Spotsylvania, and Assault on the Salient. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: C38429 Condition: Very good. The barrel retains 60% thinned original blue finish. The remaining metal surfaces have a crisp mottled gray patina. The period varnished preserved wood is fine with crisp cartouches, some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3088 Spectacular Civil War New Jersey Marked Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,000.00 This Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket was manufactured in 1863. This musket is stamped with "N.J." on the left side of the barrel and left stock flat but lacks the usual Ordnance Department proof or final inspection markings. The New Jersey property marks and lack of Ordnance inspection marks indicate that the musket is what Colt referred to as "Second Class U.S. Rifle Muskets" which failed to pass Ordnance Department inspection. These rifle-muskets were sold by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham and other outfitters for issue to state militia during the Civil War. The rifle-musket has the distinctive hammer, bolster with no provision for clean-out screw, straight shank, tulip head ramrod and screw-fastened barrel bands which are characteristic of the Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket. Many of these features were subsequently adopted by Springfield Armory for the U.S. Model 1863 Type I and Type II Rifle Muskets. The barrel is fitted with a two-leaf folding rear sight and a block mounted front sight that serves as the lug for a socket bayonet. The barrel, lock and furniture are "National Armory Bright" and the rear sight is blued. The black walnut stock has an oil finish. The heel of the buttplate is stamped "U.S." in front of the top screw. The lock plate is dated "1862" behind the hammer and roll-stamped "U.S./COLT'S PT F.A. MFG Co/HARTFORD, CT" in three lines ahead of the hammer. The percussion nipple bolster is stamped with an Eagle and Shield motif. The top of the barrel is dated "1863" and the left barrel flat is stamped with a conjoined "VP" proof mark. The New Jersey "N.J" property mark is stamped on the left side of the barrel just above the stock line and on the center of the stock flat. "OC" is lightly stamped on the left flat behind the front lock plate screw. This marking may be an Ordnance Department condemnation mark. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The musket has the condition of a musket that has not been issued and has an attractive brown patina on the barrel, lock, rear sight and bright-finished furniture. The musket has no flash pitting on the barrel, bolster or percussion nipple. The stock is in excellent condition with sharp edges and untouched raised "feathered'" grain. All of the markings on the lock plate, barrel and stock are extremely crisp. The age tarnish and very minor storage marks on the stock show what a spectacular gun this is. The musket would easily clean but also could remain in the original, untouched condition. This is a solid, extraordinary example of a U.S. Colt Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket.
Thumbnail 3089 Civil War New Jersey Militia Marked Trenton Contract U.S. Model 1861 U.S. Percussion Rifle Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This rifle was contracted by J.T. Hodge and A. M. Burton and manufactured at the Trenton Locomotive and Machine Co., Trenton, New Jersey in 1863 and 1864. The lock is marked "1864" behind the hammer and marked with the eagle shield motif and "U.S./TRENTON" in front of the hammer. The top of the barrel at the breech is marked "1864", the left upper flat is marked with the "V/P/eagle head" proof marks and the left flat is marked "N.J.". The rifle is equipped with the standard front sight/bayonet lug and three folding leaf rear sights and cleanout screw on the bolster. Mounted with a full stock secured by three barrel bands, iron forend cap, iron ramrod with a tulip head and swelled shank, "NJ" in an oval cartouche on the left flat, and a sling swivel mounted on the front of the trigger guard and on the middle barrel band. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 cal Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The rifle has an overall bright appearance with sharp markings. The reoiled stock is very fine with a crisp cartouche, some very scattered minor handling marks and a surface chip on the forearm (right side). Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3090 Rare Civil War Confederate Morse First Type Carbine Start Price: 4,000.00High Bid: 9,000.00Estimate: 8,000.00 - 12,000.00 Civil War Morse carbine manufactured by the State Military Works in Greenville, South Carolina. The State Military Works manufactured approximately 1000 of these brass-frame, breech loading carbines in 1864. The Morse carbines were manufactured by machinery captured from the U.S. Arsenal at Harpers Ferry. Most of the Morse carbines were issued to the South Carolina Militia; with limited numbers of the carbines issued to other Confederate forces. This is a First Type carbine with the breech block latched by an internal iron rod. The carbine has the First Type hammer with short, knurled spur. The carbine has a 20-inch round barrel with dovetail mounted brass front sight and a fixed iron rear sight. The brass frame has an integral trigger guard. The carbine has a two-piece stock and forearm with cast brass buttplate and forearm tip. A straight shank iron ramrod with detachable brass tip is mounted under the forearm and secured by a sheet brass ramrod pipe. The serial number, "103", is stamped on the underside of the frame in front of the trigger guard. The carbine correctly has no markings other than the serial number. BBL: 20 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 Finish: brown Grips: Serial Number: 103 Condition: Very fine as most Morse first types are found in relic condition. The carbine shows the hard service wear that is typical of all Confederate weapons. The barrel has a silver-gray patina with patches of darker age discoloration. The barrel has scattered dents and scratches but no significant pitting. The brass receiver, breech block, buttplate and forearm cap have an attractive aged patina. The receiver, breech block and buttplate have scattered dents and scratches. The carbine is missing internal components. The spurless hammer will not stay at full cock and the trigger is missing the return spring. The stock and forearm show moderate-heavy handling and service wear with scattered dents and scratches. The lower portion of the stock has a carefully fitted fillet repair that appears to be contemporary to the period of use. This is a solid example of a rare Confederate Morse First Type carbine.
Thumbnail 3091 Outstanding Civil War Richmond Armory 1864 Dated Rifle Musket with U.S. Barrel Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 4,250.00 - 5,500.00 Type III Rifle Musket manufactured by the Richmond Armory, Richmond, Virginia, in 1864. Manufactured with machinery captured from the U.S. Arsenal at Harper's Ferry, Virginia, in 1861, the Richmond Armory Rifle Muskets conformed to the same general configuration as the U.S. Model 1855 Rifle Muskets. Richmond Armory Rifle Muskets were produced in greater numbers than all other Confederate long arms manufactured during the Civil War. The musket barrel, lock, barrel bands, and trigger guard are finished "National Armory Bright". The forend cap and buttplate are brass. The stock is oil-finished black walnut. The musket has the distinctive "Type III" low humpback lock used from 1862 to 1865. The lock plate is dated "1864" vertically behind the hammer and stamped "C.S./RICHMOND,VA" in two lines ahead of the hammer. The top of the barrel is dated "1864" and the left flat is stamped with "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. A "W" inspection mark is stamped on the left side of the barrel above the stock line and on the left side of the two-leaf "1858 Style" rear sight. The brass forend cap is secured by a screw. The musket has an iron straight shank ramrod with tulip head. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent for a Confederate weapon. The musket barrel has a brown patina with scattered pitting and age discoloration. The barrel bands have scattered pitting. Flash pitting on the barrel, bolster and lock plate is minimal. The surfaces of the lock plate and hammer are smooth. The lock plate and barrel markings are sharp. The stock is in good overall condition. The edges surrounding the lock plate and the left flat are rounded from handling. There is a minor crack in the left side of the stock near the buttplate tang. A very faint oval inspection mark is visible on the left stock flat. The ramrod channel will accept a U.S. Model 1863 straight shank ramrod. This is a good looking representative example of a Richmond Armory assembled Rifle Musket.
Thumbnail 3092 Exceptional, Un-issued U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1842 Percussion Musket Start Price: 5,000.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 10,000.00 - 15,000.00 This is an exceptional example of a Springfield Model 1842 musket. These muskets were manufactured by Springfield Armory and Harpers Ferry from 1844 to 1855 and have the distinctions of being the first regulation percussion firearm manufactured in a national armory. The Model 1842 also was the first firearm manufactured at the U.S. Armories at Springfield and Harpers Ferry with completely interchangeable components and the last .69 caliber, smoothbore musket issued by the U.S. Army. The Model 1842 musket was the primary infantry weapon of both the Union and Confederate Armies during the first two years of the Civil War. It was still carried in significant quantities by both armies as late as 1863 and was not fully supplanted by the .58 caliber rifle-musket at the end of the war. This particular example is a later production. The lock is marked "SPRING/FIELD/1853" behind the hammer with the eagle/shield motif over "US" ahead of the hammer. The barrel tang is dated "1853" and the left rear of the barrel is marked with the "V/P/eagle head" proof marks. There is a small "T" sub-inspector's initial on the left rear barrel flat. The musket is arsenal bright with a casehardened trigger and mounted with a full one-piece oil finished black walnut stock. The left flat is marked with a sharp oval two letter inspection cartouche, there is a sub-inspectors initial "H" on the underside behind the trigger guard finial and the buttplate tang is marked "US". Complete with the original iron trumpet head ramrod. BBL: 42 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 69 Perc Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent plus, un-issued. The metal surfaces retain the original bright, unpolished appearance and still retain some of the original storage grease in protected areas. There is some tarnishing/discoloration on the barrel. The stock is in exceptional condition retaining virtually all of the original oil finish and retains the feathered grain in the wood, and showing a few minor pressure dents, mainly concentrated ahead of the middle barrel band. The edges of the flats are sharp, as is the inspection cartouche. The markings on the lock and barrel are extremely crisp. All of the screw heads are in perfect condition. The action is tight as new. Overall this musket is in exceptional condition for a military weapon almost 160 years old. This musket is extra ordinary and would be nearly impossible to improve on.
Thumbnail 3093 Outstanding Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1855 Percussion Rifle-Musket Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 4,250.00 - 6,500.00 Model 1855 rifle-musket manufactured by the U.S. Armory at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in 1858. The Harpers Ferry Armory produced a total of 12,158 Model 1855 rifle-muskets between 1857 and 1861. Nearly all of these muskets were issued and used in the Civil War. Examples in very good condition are scarce. The musket barrel, lock, trigger guard, buttplate and barrel bands are "National Armory Bright". The rear sight and percussion nipple are blued and the black walnut stock is oil-finished. The lock has the distinctive Maynard tape primer magazine utilized on the Model 1855 rifle-musket, the Model 1855 rifle and the Model 1855 pistol-carbine. The magazine door is roll-stamped with a bold eagle and shield motif. The barrel has a long range, folding leaf, rear sight graduated to 900 yards and an iron block front sight that serves as a stud for a socket bayonet. Late in 1858, the long range rear sight was replaced with the simplified, two-leaf rear sight used on most Model 1855 rifle-muskets. The stock has the early, brass, forearm tip that was replaced with a steel tip in 1859. The musket has an iron, 'tulip head' ramrod with swelled shank. The flat, iron, barrel bands are secured by band springs. The nipple bolster has the clean-out screw introduced on the Model 1855 rifle-musket, The lock plate is dated "1858" behind the hammer and roll-stamped: "U.S./HARPERS FERRY" in two lines in front of the primer magazine. The top barrel flat is dated "1858". The inverted inspection mark "W.C.K." is stamped on the right barrel flat in front of the bolster. The left barrel flat is stamped with "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. The right side of each barrel band is stamped with a "U" facing the muzzle. "U.S." is stamped on the heel of the buttplate in front of the buttplate screw. The left stock flat is stamped with the same "W.K.C." inspection mark that is on the right side of the barrel and Ordnance Final Inspection and sub-inspection marks. One of the Ordnance marks consists of two script initials an oval border, the other mark consists of three initials surrounded by an oval border. The Model 1855 rifle-musket was the most advanced percussion rifle-musket manufactured when it was introduced in 1855; it was the first regulation U.S. weapon to use the famous, .58 caliber, expanding base "Minie' bullet, the first U.S. musket fitted with a long range rear sight and the first U.S. rifle or musket to be fitted with the Maynard tape primer. Model 1855 rifle-muskets were in great demand at the start of the Civil War and most of the available rifle-muskets were issued to regular U.S. Army regiments or elite volunteer units with political connections. Many Model 1855 rifle-Muskets were acquired by the Confederate Army and used throughout the Civil War. Virtually all Model 1855 rifle-muskets saw Civil War service. BBL: 40 In Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The musket is completely original. The Maynard tape primer is complete and functional. The barrel appears to retain the original "National Armory Bright' polish; wear is limited to a few shallow and very minor patches of light pitting along the edge of the stock. The bolster has traces of flash pitting and dried grease. The barrel date and inspection marks on the barrel flats are crisp. The bore is excellent with strong rifling. The barrel tang has been professionally drilled and tapped and fitted with a small screw. The lock plate and iron furniture are bright; the surfaces of the lock plate, magazine door and hammer are smooth and free from pitting. The lock plate and magazine door markings are sharp. The barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate are in the same fine condition as the lock. The stock is in very good overall condition and shows only scattered and very minor handling and storage marks. The Ordnance final inspection and sub-inspection marks on the left stock flat show some handling wear but remain clear and legible. This is an outstanding example of a scarce, 1858-production, Harpers Ferry Model 1855 percussion rifle-musket with desirable long range rear sight. It would be difficult to improve upon this important Civil War rifle-musket
Thumbnail 3094 Civil War Sharps New Model 1859 Breechloading Rifle Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 5,500.00 This solid original Sharps Model 1859 rifle was manufactured in 1862. This three-band rifle has a brass blade front sight mounted on a block that serves as a stud for a socket bayonet, short folding leaf rear sight with 800 yard center notch, integral Sharps pellet primer on the lock and casehardened iron patch box. Sling swivels are mounted on the stock and center barrel band. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "SHARPS RIFLE/MANUFG. CO./HARTFORD CONN." in three lines ahead of the rear sight. "NEW MODEL 1859" is roll-stamped between the rear sight and the receiver. The left side of the receiver has the two-line C. Sharps 1848 patent marking. "C. SHARPS' PAT./OCT. 5th 1852." is roll stamped on the right side of the lock plate behind the hammer and "R.S.LAWRENCE' PAT/APRIL 12th 1859" is stamped below the pellet primer directly behind the hammer. The serial number "40059" is stamped on the upper receiver tang. There are no visible Ordnance inspection marks on the left stock wrist and no Ordnance Sub-inspection marks on the barrel, hammer or other components. Sharps breechloading rifles and carbines were popular and widely issued during the Civil War. About 9,000 Sharps New Model rifles were purchased by the Ordnance Department for issue to Federal forces. Other Sharps rifles were privately purchased by individual Federal soldiers. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 40059 Condition: Very good plus. The barrel is polished bright and the protected areas underneath the barrel bands are bright (polishing blued barrels of Enfield and Sharps rifles was common to present a uniform appearance with "National Armory Bright" finished Springfield rifle muskets). The barrel has aged to a smooth silver-gray patina. The case colors on the receiver, hammer, lever, patch box and buttplate have aged to a muted, gray patina. Traces of the original case colors are visible in protected areas. There is some scattered age spotting on the patch box and buttplate. The case colors on the barrel bands and forearm tip have aged to a brown patina. The markings on the barrel and receiver are crisp. The Sharps pellet primer is complete. The walnut stock and forearm are in very good overall condition with scattered, minor handling marks and one deeper bruise in the right side of the stock above the patch box. The sling swivel is missing from the middle barrel band. The rifle shows wear that is to be expected from a weapon that was issued and carried during the Civil War but was well cared for and not abused. This is a very good original example of a Civil War Sharps Model 1859 rifle.
Thumbnail 3095 Excellent Civil War U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type I Rifle Musket Start Price: 1,900.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 3,750.00 - 5,500.00 This U.S. Model 1863 Rifle Musket was manufactured by Springfield Armory in 1864. The musket has the distinctive Model 1863 bevel-edged hammer, bolster with no provision for clean-out screw, screw-fastened barrel bands and straight shank, tulip-head ramrod. The barrel, forend cap, barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate are "National Armory Bright". The two-leaf rear sight is blued and the hammer and lock plate have a casehardened finish. The stock is oil-finished black walnut. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer and the top of the barrel is dated "1864". The lock plate is roll-stamped with the Springfield Armory Eagle/Shield motif in front of the hammer followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" in two lines. A small Eagle/Shield motif is stamped on the face of the percussion nipple bolster. The left barrel flat is stamped with the "V/P/Eagle Head" proof and inspection marks. "U.S." is stamped on the heel of the buttplate. An Ordnance Sub-inspection mark consisting of three script initials in a rectangle and the script "ESA" final inspection mark are stamped on the left stock flat. A two-initial Sub-inspection mark is stamped on the underside of the stock behind the trigger guard. The Model 1863 Type I Rifle Musket combined features of the Model 1861 Special Rifle Musket and the Model 1861 Rifle Musket and was the standard Federal infantry long arm during the last two years of the Civil War. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent. The musket is completely original and appears to be in un-issued condition. The barrel and bright-finished furniture have been lightly cleaned. The case colors on the lock plate and hammer are 80% plus intact and slightly faded. The markings on the lock plate and barrel are crisp. The stock is in excellent condition with raised feathered grain and sharp edges surrounding the lock plate, in the barrel channel and on the left flat. The Ordnance inspection marks on the left stock flat are crisp. With minor storage marks on the left stock flat. Mechanically excellent. This is an exceptionally good example of an important Civil War rifle musket.
Thumbnail 3096 Fine U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1855 Percussion Rifled-Musket Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,500.00 This is a very fine, original example of a U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1855 Rifled-Musket that was manufactured prior to the Civil War in 1860. The musket is finished ''National Armory Bright'' and has a black walnut, oil-finished stock with an iron forend cap and patch box, and two visible oval cartouches on the left flat. The lock is dated "1860" behind the hammer and stamped "U.S./ SPRINGFIELD" below the bolster. The tape primer compartment lid is stamped with the Springfield Eagle and Shield motif. The top barrel flat is marked with "JDB" over the faint date "1859" and the left side of the barrel is stamped with the "V/P/eagle head" proof and inspection marks. The buttplate tang is stamped "U.S.". Blade front and folding three leaf rear sights, iron tulip head ramrod and brass and wooden barrel plug. Springfield Armory manufactured 47,115 Model 1855 Rifle-Muskets between 1857 and 1861. Most of these muskets were issued to the regular U.S. Army regiments and elite volunteer units at the start of the Civil War. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very fine. The metal surfaces have a smooth silver-gray patina, with some darker areas on the lock, primer lid and hammer. The stock is also very fine with crisp cartouches and some overall scattered minor scratches and dents. The markings are clear and crisp. The action is excellent. These Model 1855 rifle-muskets are highly underestimated and difficult to find in this fine of condition!
Thumbnail 3097 Scarce Springfield Armory U.S. Model 1851 Percussion Cadet Musket Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 These Cadet Muskets were made from 1851-1853 and utilized the small Model 1847 Musketoon lock. A total of 4,000 of these scaled-down muskets were manufactured and issued to various cadet organizations including the famous Virginia Military Institute (VMI), which were shipped under the direct order of President Zachary Taylor. The lock plate is marked "SPRING/FIELD/1852" vertically behind the hammer and is stamped with the eagle and shield above "US" in front of the hammer. The barrel tang is dated "1852" and the left rear of the barrel is marked with the "V/P/eagle head" proofmarks. The musket has an iron ramrod with a trumpet-shaped head and is mounted with a full walnut stock with visible oval cartouche on the left flat, three barrel bands and the buttplate tang is marked "US" ahead of the screw and "I" to the rear. Model 1851 Cadet Muskets were carried by the VMI Cadets at the Battle of New Market, Virginia in 1864. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 57 bore Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The barrel retains a bright appearance, while the remaining metal surfaces have a smooth silver-gray patina. The stock is very good. There is a 1 inch x 1 inch insert on top of the wrist and some overall scattered minor pressure dents and dings. The markings are clear. The action is excellent. One does not find these Model 1851 Cadets very often!
Thumbnail 3098 Exceptional Civil War Greene Patent Bolt Action Percussion Rifle Start Price: 3,500.00High Bid: 8,000.00Estimate: 7,000.00 - 12,000.00 One of 4500 produced by A.H. Waters Armory, the Greene Patent Rifle holds the distinction of being the first bolt action rifle purchased by the U.S. government (900 were bought). Blade front and folding ladder rear sights, with the upper tang marked "GREENE'S PATENT/NOV. 17 1857." and the distinctive ring hammer on the underside, ahead of the trigger. Smooth straight grip stock, with a trumpet ramrod, three barrel bands (2 marked "U"), sling swivels and a smooth buttplate with storage compartment. BBL: 36 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Excellent plus, with 98% of the original blue finish, with most of the bright niter blue present on the barrel bands and bolt handle, the latter otherwise showing a highly attractive niter blue finish, and some light handling marks overall. Stock is also excellent plus, with mild pressure dents and scratches. An opportunity to own a rare milestone in American martial arms design. This example is unissued and cannot be improved upon! Updated Information: The underside of the bolt is numbered "3201".
Thumbnail 3099 Scarce Antique Hanes Excelsior Impact Grenade and a DuPont Grenade Cap Tin Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,500.00 1) Patented in 1862, the Hanes Excelsior consists of a central ball, ringed with 14 percussion caps and filled with the explosive payload, which is then enclosed in a spherical case. Upon striking the ground, one or more primers are crushed between the ball and case, detonating the explosives. Due to the complete lack of safety devices, using the Excelsior was something of an adventure, and production was limited. 2) Tin box, measuring 2 1/2 x 2 x 1 1/2 inches, with a paper label on the lid marked "100/Du PONT SPECIAL/HAND GRENADE/CAPS". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, showing a mixed brown patina overall, with some spotting and dings on the outer case. The ball and the caps have been drilled out, otherwise they are good with some mild dents. 2) Good, with some rust on the box, and some staining and minor flakes on the label.
Thumbnail 3100 Miscellaneous Americana Grouping Start Price: 250.00High Bid: 350.00Estimate: 500.00 - 800.00 1) Adjustable Redfield peep sight and a globe front sight. 2) Rifle lock marked "H MC COY 64". Comes with wads. 3) Porcelain shaving mug with "W.F. Drenning" in gold and the image of a telegraph key. Very fine, with most of the gold remaining. 4) Hawksley double face shell pattern powder flask. Good, with a bright appearance and a few dents. 5) Union Army artillery cannon ball measurer marked "U*S*W*N*Y/8*7*80/1843". Fair, with extensive pitting. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition:
Thumbnail 3102 U.S. Navy Dahlgren Pattern Ames Bayonet with Sheath Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 A scarce example of the massive Bowie Knife-bayonet designed by Admiral John A. Dahlgren for the U.S. Navy Whitney Plymouth Rifle. Manufactured by Ames Manufacturing of Chicopee, Mass. The knife-bayonet features an 11 1/2 inch semi-spear point blade measuring 1/3" thick, dated 1861 on the right ricasso with the Ames address on the reverse. Solid gilted brass guard and hilt, with a grooved walnut grip. With sheath, unmarked black leather with brass tip, throat and frog stud. No inspection marks are present, thus making this specimen unique. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine with the excellent blade exhibiting some mild scratches, and a slight bend in the tip. A mixed patina is showing on the hilt, with some handling marks present on the grip. Sheath is very fine, with some fading and scuffing of the leather and mixed color on the gilted fittings.
Thumbnail 3103 Fine Collins & Company Marked "Bowie Style" Knife with Sheath Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 11 7/8 inch long single edged drop point blade, with "COLLINS&CO/HARTFORD" stamped on the left side. Brass guard and pommel cap, with ball quillions and a turned leather washer grip. Leather sheath, with a brass tip, leather suspension tab and leather frog. An identical knife is identified on the bottom of page 19 of "U.S. Military Knives Book II" by M.H. Cole. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine, with some light polishing marks on the otherwise very good blade with minor spotting. The brass shows a few dark areas, and the fine grip has a small amount of verdigris near the guard. Sheath is also fine, with age cracking and scuffs of the leather.
Thumbnail 3104 European Long Sword Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 400.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 This sword features a 38 1/2 inch triple fuller blade, 2 inches wide across the base, tapering sharply at the tip. Cruciform iron guard, with serrations at the tips, wire wrapped wood grip, and a ball pommel with hemispherical rib. Overall weight is 4.45 pounds. This is actually an old looking sword! BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good, The blade shows some light spotting, light pitting and some discoloration. The iron components show a mixed brown and gray patina with pitting, and mild wear on the grip.
Thumbnail 3105 Two Civil War Sabers W. Walscheid Production U.S. Model 1840 Heavy Cavalry Saber and Ames U.S. Mode Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 Model 1840 has a 36 inch double fuller blade, with "W.WALSCHEID/SOLINGEN" marked on the left ricasso. Brass 2-branch guard, with a helmet pommel and wire wrapped leather grip. With a metal scabbard. Model 1860 has a 35 inch double fuller blade, with the Ames scroll logo on the left ricasso and "US/GGS./1861." on the right. Brass 2-branch guard, with a wire wrapped leather grip. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Model 1840 is Fair, with pitting on the blade and a dark, mixed patina on the brass. Extensive pitting on the sheath. Grip is good. Model 1860 is Good. The blade is mostly bright with some scattered pitting and edge wear. The ames and inspection marks on the ricasso are sharp. The leather grip cover and wire wrap are replacements. Scabbard shows a mixed color, with pitting and dents. Grip is good.
Thumbnail 3106 1850 Pattern Foot Officer's Sword with Sheath Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Blade measures 32 1/2 inches long, with double fullers, etched scroll and martial patterns on each side, "IRON PROOF" etched on the rounded spine, and the "king's head" stamp of Weyersberg, Kirschbaum and Company of Solingen, Germany. Brass handguard, with a cut-through "US" surrounded by floral vines on top, oak leaves and a flower on the helmet pommel, and a wire and leather wrapped grip. With an iron sheath fitted with brass suspension bands and tip. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some light spotting on the blade, which shows strong etched designs and is free of edge dings. The brass has taken on a fine aged patina, with traces of gold in the protected areas, and the leather is very good, with minimal wear. The throat and a few screws are absent from the sheath, which otherwise shows a mixed brown and gray patina on the body, dents on the tip, and a well aged patina overall.
Thumbnail 3107 U.S. Starr Model 1818 NCO's Sword with Sheath Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 25 1/2 single fuller blade, with "N.STARR/US/L.S./V" stamped on the right side near the base. Iron stirrup guard, with a ribbed, leather covered wood grip. Iron sheath. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good. The blade shows a mixed gray patina, with a few dings on the edge. Pitting is visible overall on the metal, and the leather shows wear and scuffing appropriate to age.
Thumbnail 3108 U.S. Mansfield & Lamb Civil War Production 1860 Pattern Cavalry Saber and U.S. Springfield Model 191 Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 U.S. Mansfield & Lamb Civil War Production 1860 Pattern Cavalry Saber. 35 inch curved dual fuller blade, with "U.S/J.M/1864" on the left panel and "MANSFIELD/&/LAMB/FORESTDALE,R.I." on the right. Brass dual branch guard, with a wire wrapped leather covered grip. A rack number "279" is stamped on the pommel and guard. With an iron scabbard. Refurbished by Springfield Armory circa 1906, thus being termed as a Model 1906 saber. U.S. Springfield Model 1913 "Patton" Cavalry Sword. 34 3/4 inch double edge single fuller blade, with "US/3624" on the right ricasso and "S(bomb)A/1913" on the left. Blackened steel hand guard, with a checkered thumb rest grip. With a canvas wrapped, metal fitted scabbard. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: U.S. Mansfield & Lamb Civil War Production 1860 Pattern Cavalry Saber. Fine, showing some minor spotting and handling marks on the blade, a mixed patina on the brass, mild wear on the leather, and a mixed brown color to the sheath. U.S. Springfield Model 1913 "Patton" Cavalry Sword. Very fine, with signs of polishing on the blade and areas of gray and brown patina on the hilt. The sheath shows an area of staining on the canvas, and mild metal wear. The blade is straight, and the component fit is very tight.
Thumbnail 3109 Sharps New Model 1863 Cartridge Conversion Saddle Ring Carbine Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,250.00 This is a very fine example of one of the percussion Civil War carbines converted during the Indian Wars to fire the .50-70 center fire cartridge. This carbine has the re-lined three groove barrel. These carbines were refurbished by Sharps and if needed the stocks were replaced with ones not having a patch box, which is the case with this example. The barrels were blued with casehardened barrel band, receiver, lever, hammer, and buttplate. The sling bar and ring were finished bright. The carbine has a brass front sight blade and folding, adjustable leaf rear sight with the Lawrence patent marked base and graduated to 800 yards, and the percussion Lawrence pellet priming system. The barrel is absent of the standard marking ahead of the rear sight and a partial "NEW MODEL ????" is marked at the breech. The receiver and lock have the standard Sharps and Lawrence patent markings. Mounted with a smooth oil finished black walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a boxed "EF" cartouche on the left wrist, "DFC" ribbon cartouche on the left side of the stock and iron carbine buttplate. The Sharps .50-70 metallic conversion carbines were widely issued to the U.S. Cavalry, including the 10th and 7th Cavalry regiments on the frontier after the Civil War and remained in service until they were replaced by the .45-70 Springfield Carbine. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50-70 U.S. Govt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 94607 Condition: Very fine as arsenal refurbished with 90% thinning blue on the barrel, showing a small amount of minor pitting under the finish on the breech end. The lock and receiver show 50% case colors with a smooth brown on the balance. The remaining metal surfaces show signs of muted case colors with a smooth mottled brownish patina on the balance. The wood remains very good with nice raised grain, a small shallow chip at the back of the sling bar base and overall a few minor dings. Unless noted above, the markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3110 Civil War Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 U.S. Carbine Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 This is an example of one of the Model 1862 Sharps & Hankins carbines purchased by the U.S. Navy between 1862-1865. The carbine features the unique leather barrel cover to protect the blue barrel from rust. The leather is secured by two screws at the breech. The frame is casehardened with the floating firing pin mounted in the recoil shield. The barrel has a brass blade front sight and a tangent rear sight. The right side of the receiver is marked "SHARPS/&/HANKINS/PHILDA" and the left side is marked "SHARPS/PATENT/1859". The matching serial number is located on the upper tang, lever bar and underside of the barrel. Smooth straight grip stock with sling swivel and brass buttplate. BBL: 24 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 RF Finish: casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 10464 Condition: Fine. The receiver and lever retain 50% original case colors. The barrel retains most of the leather which has heavy flaking and a couple tears around the underside of the receiver. The wood is fine with some minor handling marks and a small chip missing near the tang. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3111 Sharps New Model 1863 Metallic Cartridge Conversion Carbine Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 This is an example of a Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine that was factory converted by the Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., to the .50-70 CF. cartridge with three groove barrel. This carbine features a pinned blade front sight and folding leaf rear sight graduated to 800 yards and marked with the Lawrence patent date marking. The barrel is stamped with an "F." on the left side near the breech and there is a faint three initial inspectors mark. The left side of the receiver is marked with the letter "S". The top of the barrel behind the rear sight is marked "NEW MODEL 1863". The left side of the receiver is marked "C. SHARPS PAT./SEPT. 12TH 1848" (very faint), and the right side plate is marked with the 1859 Lawrence patent date and the C. Sharps 1852 patent date. The serial number is marked on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth forearm with a single barrel band and straight grip stock with a saddle ring bar and ring mounted on the left wrist, no patch box, ribbon cartouche on the left side and on the wrist, and steel buttplate. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50-70 U.S. Govt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 37803 Condition: Very fine as period arsenal refurbished with 80% plus blue finish on the barrel, showing some scattered minor oxidation and areas of smooth brown patina. The receiver, lock and hammer retain 75% plus case colors with a small area of minor spotting on the upper left side of the receiver. The wood is very fine with a large shallow chip on the left side of the forearm at the barrel band, otherwise there are a few minor scratches and pressure dents. The markings are clear. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3112 U.S. Massachusetts Arms Smith Patent Breechloading Percussion Carbine Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 German silver blade front and folding ladder rear sights, with "G.W.S." and "M/P" on the left barrel flat. On the left side of the frame are the markings "MANUFACTURED BY/MASS. ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS.", "ADDRESS/POULTNEY & TRIMBLE./BALTIMORE. U.S.A." and "SMITH'S PATENT/JUNE 23 1857". Smooth straight grip stock, with "AM" and "AJN" cartouches on the left side, and "N" on the buttplate heel. BBL: 21 1/2 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 21258 Condition: Very good, with a mixed brown and gray patina showing on the barrel, with pitting on the latch and scattered handling marks. A non-factory staff sight base has been affixed to the top of wrist. The casehardened parts have turned a mixed gray patina. Stock is very good, with light, but visible cartouches, dents. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3113 Civil War Gallager Breechloading Cartridge Carbine Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,250.00 One of the main cavalry carbines of the Union Army during the Civil War, the Gallager carbines that survived the war were procured en-masse by the French for use in the Franco-Prussian War. Blade front and 2-leaf rear sights, with "D" stamped ahead of the rear sight and "J.M.D" behind. Casehardened frame and lock plate, marked "GALLAGER'S PATENT/JULY 17Th 1860" and "MANUFACTd BY/RICHARDSON & OVERMAN/PHILADa/23286". Smooth straight grip stock, with a "WHB" inspection cartouche on the left side, "N" on the comb, steel patch box lid and a smooth buttplate. BBL: 22 1/4 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 56-52 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 23286 Condition: Fine, with 60% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, mild spotting and scattered handling marks. Strong case colors remain on the protected areas of the frame, with a mixed brown and gray patina overall. Stock is very good as revarnished, with clear cartouche, some cracking of the varnish and light dents. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3114 Starr Breech Loading Civil War Percussion Carbine Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 Manufactured between 1862 and 1865. Blade front and two leaf rear sights, with "E.F." stamped on the left side of the chamber. Falling block receiver, with the Starr address on the lock plate and Starr patent on the tang. Smooth stock, with a brass barrel band and the letter "F" on the buttplate heel. BBL: 20 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 RF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Good, with a bright, mixed gray patina overall, mild handling marks and spotting. Stock is good, notably darkened at the buttplate, with a section of filler on the forearm, with both buttplate screws loose in the stock and need a minor repair. The rear sight is also slightly loose on the barrel. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3115 Uniquely Decorated Spencer New Model Repeating Military Pattern Rifle Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,500.00 The New Model Spencer Military Pattern Rifle was introduced to production at Serial Number 101000, making this one of the first hundred produced. Bayonet lug front sight and folding ladder rear sight, with the "N.M." marking at the chamber and the three-line Spencer address on top of the frame. Smooth straight grip stock, with three barrel bands on the forearm, "C.S.A./1861" painted on the left side of the stock next to a Confederate flag, "TEXAS" on the right next to a Lone Star flag and steer head, and an "M" marked buttplate. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 rimfire Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 101091 Condition: Very fine, showing an even mix of 50% blue and a brown patina on the barrel, with light handling marks and spotting. Frame is good, with silvering along the edges and some strong color. Stock is fine, with an overcoat of varnish with the attractive decoration, showing scattered storage marks and scratches overall. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3116 Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine Metallic Cartridge Conversion Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of one of the Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Carbines that were converted post Civil War to fire the .50-70 Government center fire cartridge. This carbine has the six groove barrel. These carbines were completely refurbished by Sharps during the conversion process and if needed the stocks were replaced with ones not having a patch box, some retained the stocks with the patch box, which is the case with this example. The barrels were blue with casehardened barrel band, receiver, lever, hammer, and buttplate. The sling bar and ring were finished bright. The carbine has a brass front sight blade and folding, adjustable leaf rear sight graduated to 800 yards, and the percussion Lawrence pellet priming system. The top of the barrel is marked with the three line sharps address ahead of the rear sight and "NEW MODEL 1863" at the breech. The lock shows some very faint markings and the left side of the frame is marked with the Sharps patent marking with the serial number on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth oil finished black walnut forearm and straight grip stock with the "DFC" ribbon cartouche on the left side. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50-70 U.S. Govt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: C6169 Condition: Very good. Period arsenal refurbished. The barrel has a dark brown patina with minor pitting. The receiver shows traces of case colors on the left side and the remaining metal surfaces have a smooth mottled brown and gray patina, with minor oxidation on the patch box. The wood is very fine with some overall scattered minor dents and scratches, and a small gouge on top of the comb. The markings are faint, barely legible. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3117 Three Framed Items Related to Civil War Medal of Honor Winner Joseph Burger Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 5,000.00 1) Framed oil painting of Captain Joseph Burger, Medal of Honor winner and father to Supreme Court Justice Warren Burger, by C. Gregory Stapko, depicting the Captain in uniform with his medals. In a gold painted frame, 30 inches wide and 35 inches tall. Consignor notes attribute the painting to the office of Justice Burger. 2) Framed print, "Second Minnesota Regiment at Missionary Ridge" by Douglas Volk. 23 inches wide and 17 inches tall. The 2nd Minnesota was Burger's unit at the time of his Medal-winning actions. 3) Framed reproduction award certificate for the Medal of Honor, made out to Captain Joseph Burger, for action on 15 Feb 1863. 12 inches wide and 19 1/4 inches tall. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are in excellent condition.
Thumbnail 3118 Collection of Personal Effects of a Captain Duty Ballou of New York Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,200.00 1) Antique envelope, measuring 6 by 4 inches, with a raised embossed scroll and floral designs, along with a scene of country courtship. A faint postmark is present in the upper right corner, a 3 cent stamp to the left, and "Duty Ballou/Porters Corners/Saratoga Co/N.Y" at center right. 2) Photo card, 2 3/8 by 3 7/8 inches, featuring a seated, elderly gentleman. The back is marked "Mrs. Van Housen,/HAMMONDSPORT,/N.Y./Negatives preserved.", as well as "D. Ballou" in pencil in the lower right corner. 3) Antique eyeglasses, brass wire frame construction with hinged temples and a brown leather lined case. 4) Lacquer finished hardwood case, black with gold trim, showing a scene of men standing around a table on the lid. Inside the lid is a shadow card marked "Captn Duty Ballou". The remaining items in this lot are contained in this case. 5) Copy of the General Regulation for The Army, from M. Carey & Sons of Philadelphia. 6) Leather covered hardwood box, 3 1/2 inches across, containing a small orange feather, a cloth and bullion flower, and a set of 15 plain buttons. 7) Shoulder boards, silver embroidered with silver bullion trim and tassels. The underside of one is marked "Ensign D. Ballou". Also included with the lot is a letter to Captain Ballou, dated 30 July 1836, ordering him to appear with the officers, NCO's and musicians of his (unnamed) Company for officer's drill and review, with a full (unnamed) Regimental Parade Inspection and Review to follow 3 days later. A genealogical search shows multiple men in the Saratoga region of New York named Duty Ballou, many of whom were veterans of American service from the Revolutionary War and War of 1812. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with some foxing, tearing, and light stains. 2) Very good, with some brown and white spotting. 3) Fine, with a dark aged patina overall. The right temple is bent downward. 4) Good, with an absent handle, cracking, chips and a hole in the lid. 5) Fair, with the front cover absent, and extensive foxing. 6) Good, with some flaking. 7) Very good, with a few detached tassels and mild handling marks.
Thumbnail 3119 Oil Portrait of Custus Lee Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,000.00 Attributed oil portrait of Custus Lee, son of General Robert E. Lee, unsigned, 19th century oil on canvas in oval gesso frame. Measurements 12 x 15 inches. The portrait shows this Confederate officer dressed in formal military attire. Holding his dress sword in one hand & his percussion pistol resting in a CSA holster. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition:
Thumbnail 3120 Excellent U.S. Civil War Rodgers & Spencer Army Model Single Action Percussion Revolver Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 6,000.00 This is an excellent example of one of an estimated 5,000 Army Model percussion revolvers manufactured by the Rodgers & Spencer Company of Willow Dale, New York for a U.S. Ordnance contract issued in November 1864. The Rodgers & Spencer revolvers were delivered too late to be issued during the Civil War and were sold as surplus. These were a well designed solid frame revolver finished with a high polished blue with casehardened hammer, trigger and loading lever. The top strap is marked "ROGERS & SPENCER / UTICA N-Y". The matching serial number appears on the barrel, cylinder, frame and butt, with "B" sub-inspector marks on several parts. Cone front and frame groove rear sights, and fitted with smooth oil finished walnut grips, with a "RPB" inspector's cartouche on the left panel. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 4843 Condition: Excellent, with 85% plus of the bright original blue finish, showing bright wear along the high edges, areas of mixed brown and gray patina, and scattered spotting. Grips are excellent with raised feathered grain, a few small chips and dents. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3121 Very Fine Civil War Starr Arms Co., Double-Action 1858 Army Revolver Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 5,500.00 Model 1858 Double-Action Army revolver manufactured by Starr Arms Co., circa 1860-63. The revolver has a high polish blue finish on the barrel, frame, six-shot cylinder and trigger guard. The loading lever, and hammer have a color casehardened finish. The one-piece walnut grip is oil-finished. The round barrel has a dovetail mounted half-moon front sight. A groove in the hammer serves as the rear sight. The right side of the frame is roll-stamped "STARR'S PATENT JAN 15. 1856." and the left side of the frame is roll-stamped "STARR ARMS CO. NEW.YORK". The serial number "8330" is stamped on the front of the frame, the right side of the trigger and the side of the cylinder. All of the serial numbers match. Small "H" Ordnance sub-inspection marks are stamped on the barrel, cylinder, side plate and trigger guard. Ordnance final and sub-inspection marks consisting of three script initials with rectangular borders are stamped on both sides of the grip. BBL: 6 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 8330 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 75% plus bright original blue finish overall. The revolver shows minimal wear and may be un-issued. The finish loss is attributable to flaking, not usage. The metal surfaces on the barrel, frame and trigger guard where most of the flaking occurred are smooth and free from pitting or scratches. There are some minor scratches on the right side of the frame and some turn-marks on the cylinder. The percussion nipples and rear face of the cylinder are both excellent and show no flash pitting. The hammer and loading lever retain 95% of the original casehardened finish with strong case colors. The one-piece walnut grip is in excellent plus condition with all of the original oil finish, no handling marks, and near perfect inspection cartouche stamps. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. This is a very fine, possibly un-issued, example of an important Civil War Starr D.A. 1858 Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3122 Historic Photo Album of Civil War Figures, and a Photo Card Featuring Jefferson Davis and His Genera Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,500.00 1) Produced by the Notman Photo Company of Boston for Travelers Insurance, titled "CONFEDERATE COMMANDERS.", featuring Confederate President Davis and General Lee up front, backed by Generals Hill, Hood, Stuart, Jackson, Longstreet, Johnson and Beauregard. 2) Leather-bound photo album, with gold filled scroll and geometric imprints, black painted borders, ivory bead accents, and gold leaf on the album page edges. Within the pages are a number of photographs of medical doctors, a pair of Abraham Lincoln images, and a number of Civil War Union generals, including Grant, Buell, Rosecrans, Burnside, Hooker, Meade, and Butler, as well as General Jackson of the Confederacy. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine, with some mild edge wear. 2) Excellent, with light handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3123 Fine Smith's Patent Breech Loading Civil War Carbine Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 3,750.00 The Smith carbine was manufactured by the Massachusetts Arms Co., Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts and was one of the most important Federal Cavalry carbines. Designed by Gilbert Smith, the production of this breech loading percussion carbine was almost entirely consumed by government contracts, with limited numbers going to the civilian market. A total of 30,362 Smith carbines were purchased by the United States during the Civil War. Smith carbines were considered to be accurate and reliable weapons. Left side of the frame has the two line Smith's patent date marking, three line Poultney & Trimble address and "MANUFACTURED BY / AM N.MCHN. WKS / SPRINGFIELD MASS" marking. The left side of the barrel has the inspector initials "LFR" and the left wrist has a clear "JH" cartouche. Dovetail brass blade front sight and folding leaf rear sight absent of yard markings. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip walnut stock with a steel buttplate. BBL: 21 5/8 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 11376 Condition: Very fine plus. The receiver and hammer retain 85% strong and vibrant case colors. The carbine retains 90% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The trigger guard has minor shallow pin prick pitting and a few patches of minor pitting. The stock rates excellent plus with an aged feather grain and showing only minor storage marks. The cartouches excellent; crisp, sharp, and clear. Mechanically sound.
Thumbnail 3124 Civil War Spencer Model 1860 Repeating Military Rifle Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of a U.S. Army Spencer Model 1860 rifle manufactured circa 1863-1864. The front sight doubles as lug for socket type bayonet, with a folding ladder rear sight calibrated to 800 yards. The top of the action is marked "SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO. BOSTON MASS./PAT'D MARCH 6 1860." There is a small "H" stamped on the left rear of the barrel. Mounted with a standard military style stock and forearm with three barrel bands and forend tip. There are two visible boxed cartouches on the left stock wrist. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 RF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 9857 Condition: Very good. The barrel retains 80% original thin blue finish with areas fading to a smooth plum, and showing some light spotting. The hammer, lever and power tang have a smooth mottled gray patina. The receiver and buttplate show a bright metal appearance. The wood has been refinished, remaining very good with sharp cartouches, a few overall scattered minor dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3125 Sharps New Model 1863 Carbine Metallic Cartridge Conversion Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of one of the Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Carbines that were converted by Sharps to fire the .50-70 Government center fire cartridge with a three groove barrel. The carbine has a brass front sight blade and folding, adjustable leaf rear sight graduated to 800 yards, and the percussion Lawrence pellet priming system. The top of the barrel is marked "NEW MODEL 1863" at the breech. The lock and the left side of the frame are marked with the Sharps patent marking with the serial number on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth oil finished forearm and straight grip stock with a "DFC" ribbon cartouche on the left side. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50-70 U.S. Govt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 53241 Condition: Very good. The barrel retains 70% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The remaining metal surfaces have a mottled gray patina retaining traces of original case colors in the protected areas. The wood is good with a long hairline crack on the wrist and some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3126 Evans New Model Lever Action Sporting Rifle Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 Manufactured circa 1877 to 1879. The top of the barrel is stamped with the one line address/patent dates marking with "U.S.A." at the end. The receiver has the dust cover. The rear sight is a folding ladder graduated to 1,000 yards. The letter "P" and the number "32" (under the forearm) are stamped on the underside of the barrel. Smooth two piece buttstock surrounding the magazine with a forearm featuring non-factory checkering. The buttplate is correctly without a heel. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 Evans Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very fine. The rifle retains 60% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. There is minor pitting on the receiver and some minor spotting mostly on the breech end of the barrel. The lever retains 80% original case colors. The wood is fine with worn high edges on the forearm, a couple deep pressure dents and some minor handling marks. The letter "H" is carved on the right side of the buttstock. Mechanically functions, but does not stay at full cock.
Thumbnail 3127 Collection of Civil War Medals, Inscribed Items and a Forage Cap Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 1) Grant commemorative medal, 3 inches wide, with a bust of President Grant on one side, inauguration dates on the reverse. 2) Massachusetts militia medallion, 1 7/16 inches wide, with a "MASSACHUSETTS/MILITIA MEN 1861" hanging pin. The outer edge is stamped "AMASA M. BARTLETT, PRVT. B 3D. REG.". 3) Snuff tin, 4 1/4 inch oval, with the inscription "Corpl. G.W. Briggs/5th Reg. Lt. Inf./1861" on the lid. 4) West Virginia honorable discharge medal, with "CHAs PAYTON Co H 1st REG VET INF VOLs" on the edge. With original box. 5) As 4, marked "THADDEUA AUTTON CORpl Co E 11th REG INF VOLs". 6) As 5, marked "Geo W JUDD BATTy E 1st REG Lt ARTILLy VOLs". 7) Snuff case, silver banded horn construction, with "Capt. E.A. Flint/1st Reg Ms.Cav." on a silver lid plate. 8) Forage cap, black felt construction with a brass bullion horn patch, patent leather bill, black silk lining, and a faint makers mark on the inside. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine overall. The Grant medal shows a dark patina overall and bright wear on the high edges, light spotting on the Briggs tin, and a small amount of scuffs and material loss on the cap. The medals are excellent.
Thumbnail 3128 Military Related Items Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,300.00 1) US officer's gold bouillon wire dress epaulets in their original japaneed seal fitted case which also contains silver bouillon/black "SD" patches and one Lt Colonels Silver leaf. The case is marked with ship's wheel logo of "BM WHITLACK/ 99 FOURTH AVE. NY" around the wheel and "TRADE/MARK" in the center. 2) William H Horstman Officer's belt w/ brass sword hangers, stamped "FRANCE", complete in a tin travel case, with disk affixed to the lid marked "WM. H. HORSTMANN COMPANY/PHILADELPHIA" and trade mark logo in the center. 3) One pair of Civil War off white leather calvary gauntlets. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1)The epaulets and patches are excellent. The case is very good with almost all of the original finish remaining, showing some minor chips in the finish, some wear and a moderate dent on the right front corner of the lid. 2) The belt is very good plus with some light flexing and tight stitching. The tin travel case is good with almost all of the original black paint remaining, showing some wear and chips in the paint. The four corners of the lid are separated. 3) Excellent.
Thumbnail 3129 U.S. L.G. and Y. Contract Special Model 1861 Rifle-Musket Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 Manufactured by Lamson, Goodnow & Yale of Windsor, Vermont, from 1862 to 1864 with approximately 50,000 produced. The lock plate is dated 1863 and marked with the eagle/U.S. motif followed by "L.G-GY./WINDSOR-VT" ahead of the hammer. The barrel is also dated 1863 and is stamped with "V/P/eagle head" proofs on the upper left flat with the letter "C" on the left flat. It has the correct bayonet lug/blade sight and a three leaf rear sight with the base marked with a small letter "A". The bolster is stamped with an eagle/shield motif and the barrel bands are marked with the letter "U". Smooth stock stamped with a faint cartouche on the left flat, two piece trigger guard marked with two small letter "G"s, and "US/A" marked buttplate tang. The right side of the buttstock is stamped with the numbers "17" and "36". Included is the iron ramrod with tulip shaped end and wooden muzzle plug. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The rifle retains a bright appearance that is showing some aging. The stock is also excellent with some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3130 U.S. Model 1843 Hall-North Breech Loading Percussion Rifled Carbine Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 This is an example of a U.S. Model 1843 carbine manufactured by Simeon North in Middletown, Connecticut, in 1849. This carbine is one of the famous group of 5000 Model 1843 carbines sold as obsolete for $3.50 by the Ordnance Department in August 1861 and subsequently purchased by speculators, rifled, and resold to General John C. Fremont for $22.00 each. The rifled Model 1843 carbines were then issued to Federal volunteer cavalry regiments who carried them for much of the Civil War. The carbine has a breech lever mounted on the right side of the receiver, rifled .58 caliber barrel, sling bar and ring on the left side of the receiver and ramrod/cleaning rod mounted beneath the barrel. The barrel, receiver, barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate have a brown lacquer finish. The breechblock and hammer are casehardened and the breech lever is niter blued. The black walnut stock has an oil finish. The top of the breechblock is roll-stamped: "U.S./S.NORTH/MIDDLtn/CONN./1849" in five lines. "STEEL" is stamped on the top of the breech behind the rear sight. The Ordnance sub-inspector's initials "JCB" are stamped on the left side of the breech below the rear sight. The script initials "JCB" are stamped in a rectangle on the left stock flat. An illegible ordnance inspection mark is stamped on the opposite side of the stock in the same position. An inverted "W" is lightly cut in the left side of the stock near the comb and several illegible letters are stamped below the "W". The Model 1843 Hall-North carbines were the primary carbine issued to the 1st and 2nd Dragoon regiments during the Mexican War and continued to be carried by the Dragoons for several years after the war. The rifled .58 caliber Model 1843 carbines purchased by General Fremont are important and historic weapons that saw considerable Civil War service. BBL: 21 In Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: brown/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good. The carbine shows service wear but retains traces of the original brown lacquer and case-hardened finish. The carbine has not been cleaned and the receiver, breechblock and hammer have scattered spots of surface discoloration. Flash pitting on the hammer, breechblock and percussion nipple is minimal. The breechblock and barrel markings are clear. The stock is in good to very good condition and shows moderate handling wear. The edges of the stock below and behind the receiver are rounded from handling and the Ordnance inspection marks are faint. The sides of the forearm and lower portion of the stock have scattered dents and light scratches. This is a very good example of a historic Model 1843 Hall-North carbine.
Thumbnail 3131 Civil War U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type I Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 This is an example of a Type I Model 1863 Rifle-Musket with barrel bands secured with a screw and three leaf rear sight. The rear of the lock plate is correctly dated "1863" with an "eagle/shield" and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" stamped ahead of the hammer. An additional "eagle/shield" is stamped on the bolster. Barrel is also dated 1863 and has "V/P/eagle head" proofs (double stamped). Full length stock stamped "W.M. WEIGLE" along with two cartouches on the left flat and fitted with "US" marked buttplate. Comes with a leather sling and "US/CF" marked socket bayonet. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine. The rifle-musket shows a bright appearance that is beginning to age. The stock is very fine with a number of minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3132 Norwich Model 1861 U.S. Contract Percussion Rifle-Musket Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 A substantial number of firms were contracted to manufacture the Model 1861 Rifle-Musket. Norwich Arms Company was one such manufacturer making about 18,000 rifle-muskets in 1863-64. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer and marked with the eagle motif and "U.S./NORWICH." ahead of the hammer. The left rear of the barrel is marked with the "V/P/eagle head" proofmarks and the top is dated "1863". The buttplate tang is marked "U.S." and the barrel bands are correctly marked with a "U". Fixed front sight which doubles as a bayonet lug and three leaf folding rear sight, clean-out screw on the bolster, and iron tulip head ramrod. Mounted with a full straight grip stock with a "JG" and "ELA" oval cartouches, a sling swivel mounted on the middle barrel band and front of the trigger guard and iron buttplate. BBL: 40 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 58 percussion Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good. The metal is a smooth silver gray appearance, with some minor pitting on the breech end of the barrel, hammer and lock. The stock has been varnished and remains very good with some rounding of the flats and overall some scattered minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3133 U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Percussion Conversion Musket Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 Brass blade front sight, with a square bayonet lug on the muzzle, "1832" on the tang, and "C/O" and "88" atop the breech. "Eagle/US" lock plate, with the flash pan cut down and filled, and "SPRING/FIELD/1832" vertically behind the hammer. Smooth straight wrist stock, with "EH" on the trigger guard finial, two oval cartouches opposite the lock, and a "US" marked buttplate. BBL: 41 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 69 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Very good as period converted to percussion, showing a fine bright metal appearance overall, with a mild amount of pitting at the muzzle and around the nipple, some denting of the tang and barrel bands, and scattered handling marks. Stock is good as cleaned, with some chips around the tang and ramrod cut, scratched markings on the left side of the forearm, and scattered dents. Mechanically very good.
Thumbnail 3134 U.S. Remington Socket Bayonet Model 1841 Percussion Rifle Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 750.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 This is one of 1,600 Remington Model 1841 Rifles altered by F.H. Grosz of New York. These rifles feature a turned down barrel muzzle with a small square bayonet stud added to the underside near the muzzle and a repositioned blade front sight behind the turn-down area. This alteration allows the barrel to accept the Model 1842 socket bayonet. These rifles were part of a New York state contract that were all delivered by December 1861. Some of these rifles are known to have been issued to Federal units and N.Y. 7th, 10th, 12th, and 192nd Regiments. The lock plate of this rifle has a faint three line Remington marking with the date 1849 stamped vertically behind the hammer. Barrel tang has a partial 1849 date and the barrel is stamped "U.S./SK/P" at the breech. The stock has two cartouches and a brass patch box. BBL: 33 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Poor. The barrel and action have a once cleaned artificial gray patina with overall minor pitting. The brass has a bright appearance. The sanded stock is fair with a long hairline crack near the barrel tang, a repair near the lock, and a few minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3135 U.S. Nathaniel Starr Model 1818 Cavalry Sabre with Scabbard Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 32" curved single fuller clip point blade with "US/P/LS/N.STARR" on the right ricasso. Iron hilt, with a stirrup-style knuckle guard and grooved wood grip. With an iron scabbard and a leather belt hanger. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with a mixed gray patina on the blade, showing mild handling marks. Pitting is visible on the hilt and scabbard, with a darker patina. Grip is good as period repaired, with a mended crack in the front and a dark paint finish. Leather shows mild cracking.
Thumbnail 3136 Eagle Head Pommel Officer's Sabre Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Though no makers marks are present, the configuration of the guard and eagle suggest the work of William Ketland & Company of Birmingham. 28 1/2 inch single fuller curved blade, with niter blue panels, gold accented floral and martial engraving, and a "WARRANTED" banner on the right side. Gilt finished hilt, with pierced side guards, a ribbed bone grip section and an eagle head pommel. With a gold washed brass scabbard, with fine martial and American patriotic engraving, and a drag engraved and pierced through to form a serpent. With research material supplied by the consignor. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. The blade shows minor spotting and handling marks, retaining over 30% of the original niter blue and strong remnants of the gilt accents. Strong traces of gold are also present on the guard, concentrated in the low areas, with minor wear on the grip. The scabbard is a fine replacement, with over 40% of the original gold and an attractive patina on the visible brass.
Thumbnail 3137 Two Swords, Including a Medical Staff Officers Sword Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,800.00 1) Falkenberg (Solingen) sword, 31 3/4" triple fuller etched blade with a 2-branch guard, checkered thumb rest and smooth wood grip. 2) M.C. Lilley Medical Staff sword, 30 1/4" blade with etched patriotic designs, Columbus address and a small makers proof on the ricasso. Brass hilt with fancy quillions and raised decorations, and a brass scabbard. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with some mild spotting and dents on the blade, a mixed rough patina on the guard, and some mild cracking and chipping of the grip. 2) Good, with some light spotting on the blade and a dent on the loose scabbard throat. Brass is well aged.
Thumbnail 3138 U.S. C. Roby Civil War Model 1860 Cavalry Saber with Scabbard Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Curved double fuller blade, 34 3/4 inches long, with "U.S/1865/A.G.M" on the right ricasso and "C. ROBY/W. CHELMSFORD/MASS" on the left. Brass 2-branch guard, with a wire wrapped leather grip. With an iron scabbard. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine, with a smooth silver-gray patina on the blade and a few small chips on the edge. A dark tone is forming on the brass, with some exposed wood on the grip. Some light scratches are visible on the scabbard, which shows a deep brown color overall.
Thumbnail 3139 Two Ames Made Military Weapons Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,500.00 1) Ames 1850 Pattern Staff & Field Officer's Sword, 32 1/4" blade with fine decorative etching. No scabbard. Gilt finished guard, with cut through floral and "U.S." designs, helmet pommel and a wire wrapped rayskin grip. 2) U.S. Ames sword bayonet, no scabbard. 21 1/2" blade with 1855 date and brass fish scale pattern hilt. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very fine, with some light spotting and scratching on the near excellent blade and over 40% of the original gilt finish. A few brown spots are visible on the underside of the guard, with mild wear on the grip. 2) Good, with a dark brown patina , dings on the blade and a fine mixed color on the brass. The locking collar is absent.
Thumbnail 3140 Two American Swords with Scabbards Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,400.00 1) Non-regulation Staff & Field Officer's Sword, 31 1/4 inch diamond profile blade with etched decoration on each side and "U.S./ARMORY/Springfield/Mass." on the right side. Gilt finished hilt, with raised patriotic designs and a wire wrapped black painted wood grip. With a nickel finished scabbard and gold washed fittings. 2) W.A. Raymold 1872 Pattern Artillery Officer's Sword, 31 3/4 inch curved single fuller blade with etched decorative panels on each side, "4" stamped on the right ricasso, "W.A./RAYMOLD/1/NEW YORK/N.Y." on the reverse. Gilt washed stirrup style hilt, with a checkered panel on the back strap and a wire wrapped black sharkskin grip. Nickel finished scabbard, with gold washed components. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with some flaking of the grip paint, scabbard spotting and mild handling marks. 2) Very good. The blade shows minor handling marks and spotting. 65% original hilt finish remains, with a few dents. Scabbard is very good, with a screw absent from the tip.
Thumbnail 3141 Fine New Haven Arms Co. Henry Lever-Action Rifle Start Price: 15,000.00High Bid: 40,000.00Estimate: 30,000.00 - 40,000.00 This fine original Henry lever-action rifle was manufactured by the New Haven Arms Co., in May, 1865. The rifle has the distinctive brass receiver and buttplate, and octagon barrel with integral 15-shot magazine. The barrel/magazine have a blue finish, the hammer and loading lever are color casehardened and the straight grain walnut stock is oil finished. The barrel has the late style square-back nickel-silver front sight and folding leaf rear sight with 900 yard center notch and elevator bar stop screw. The brass receiver lacks the alternate rear sight dovetail found on Henry rifles below serial number 3,000. The left side of the barrel has the standard screw-fastened sling loop and the left side of the stock has a factory fitted sling swivel. The brass buttplate is the late pattern with pointed heel. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the late-pattern two-line legend "HENRY'S PAT. OCT.16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS.CO.NEWHAVEN.CT" ahead of the rear sight. The serial number, "9743" is stamped on the top of the barrel between the rear sight and the receiver. The serial number is stamped on the left side of the lower receiver rail, in the upper tang inlet of the stock and on the inside of the buttplate below the lower screw hole. The buttplate and tang screws are the later cap-head pattern which are correctly not stamped with the rifle serial number. The lower receiver tang is stamped with the "H" inspection mark of B. Tyler Henry. BBL: 24 inch octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 Henry RF Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 9743 Condition: Fine. The barrel/magazine have an even attractive gray brown patina. The edges of the barrel are sharp, the barrel markings and serial number are crisp. The front sight has been under-cut with a file during the period of use. Wear on the barrel exterior is limited to several minor areas of light pitting. The rear sight is in fine condition with traces of blue around the base. The receiver has an attractive mustard yellow patina. The side plate joints are tight, and show no signs of having been removed. The sides of the receiver have some very minor dents and light scratches. Traces of the original blue finish are present on the bolt. The hammer and loading lever have traces of the original color casehardened finish. The buttplate has the same un-polished patina as the receiver. The stock is in very good condition; wear is limited to some scattered light nicks on the right side. This is a fine original example of a Henry rifle that will enhance any collection!
Thumbnail 3142 Two Belts Saddle Ring Carbine Hooks and Belt with Henry Cartridges Start Price: 300.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 600.00 - 800.00 One leather Indian War carbine belt with six cartridge loops and sling swivel carbine hook. One unmarked canvas cartridge belt with brass buckle with 50 cartridge loops, two sling swivel carbine hooks with belt loop and 6 44 caliber Henry cartridges with "H" headstamp. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The carbine belt is very good with some minor scuffs and tight stitching, the hook and loop have a dark patina with some minor pitting. The canvas belt is very good with an aged patina on the hardware. The two swivel hooks and loops are near excellent with 99% original nickel finish, with some light corrosion. The cartridges are good with some corrosion.
Thumbnail 3143 Fine U.S. Martially Inspected Whitney Navy Model Percussion Revolver Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 This is an example of an U.S. martially inspected Whitney Second Model, 2nd Type Navy Revolver. The revolver has six safety notches on the back of the cylinder and a ball type loading lever latch. Matching numbers are present on the cylinder, swiveling cylinder pin retainer, loading lever, cylinder, and both grips. The cylinder is roll engraved with the eagle, shield and lion scene. The top of the barrel is marked "E. WHITNEY/N. HAVEN". Single inspector letter "C" initials are present on the barrel, frame, cylinder, and brass trigger guard, with "FCW" military inspector's mark on the left side of the frame. Fitted with two piece varnished grips. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 5389 Condition: Fine. The revolver has an overall crisp smooth gray patina with traces of original blue finish in the protected areas and 40% original case colors remaining on the loading lever and hammer. The trigger guard retains 30% original silver plating with the exposed brass having an attractive untouched patina. Traces of the cylinder scene remain. The grips are excellent, retaining most of the varnish with some scattered minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3144 Civil War Contract Starr 1858 Double Action Army Revolver Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 Approximately 23,000 of these revolvers were manufactured in the late 1850s and early 1860s, most of them for the government. There are small "K" and "H" inspection marks on most of the components with "STARR. ARMS. Co. NEW. YORK." address stamped on left side of frame and "STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856" on the right side of the frame. Serial numbers match on barrel lug, cylinder, hammer well, and hammer. Fitted with a smooth one piece walnut grip stamped with a clear oval cartouche on the sides. BBL: 6 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 6269 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 70% bright original high polish blue finish with the balance a smooth brown-gray patina. The hammer and trigger retain 60% faded original case colors. The grip is fine with a few notches on the bottom edge and some minor handling marks overall. The cartouches are clear and crisp. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3145 Three 19th Century Antique American Revolver Bullet Molds Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 1) Colt mold for an 1860 Army revolver, steel dual cavity construction with "COLT'S/PATENT" on the sprue cutter and "44H/S" on the right side. 2) Starr 36 caliber mold, brass body with a single conical cavity, steel cutter and a wooden handle. 3) Starr 44 caliber mold, as "2". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine, with some mild wear and over half of the original blue finish. 2) Good, with some pitting on the cutter and a crack in the handle. 3) Fine, with mild wear.
Thumbnail 3146 U.S. Martially Inspected Remington New Model Army Percussion Civil War Revolver Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 Manufactured from 1863 to 1875. The revolver has the standard three line New Model barrel marking on the top barrel flat. Single letter inspection marks (W, D, R) are stamped on most of the components. The barrel is numbered to the gun. The left grip panel has a boxed cartouche. BBL: 8 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 101613 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina with some minor pitting on the cylinder. The re-oiled grips are fine showing raised feathered grain, some minor high edge wear and a few minor handling marks. The cartouche is very fine.
Thumbnail 3147 U.S. Inspected Rogers & Spencer Army Model Percussion Civil War Revolver Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 This is an example of 1 of 5,800 percussion revolvers manufactured circa 1863- 65 by Rogers & Spencer of Willow Dale, New York, (which is near Utica). The U.S. Ordnance contract was for 5,000 revolvers, 1,500 to be delivered by the end of April 1865 and the balance by September of 1865. There is no record of issuance of any of the revolvers, due to the Civil War ending. The top strap is marked "ROGERS & SPENCER/UTICA NY". The matching serial number is marked on the bottom barrel flat, left side of the frame, cylinder and on the butt. There are small single letter "B" inspection marks on most of the parts, including the bottom of each grip panel. The revolver is finished in blue with a casehardened hammer, trigger and loading lever assembly. Brass cone front, frame notch rear sights and fitted with smooth walnut grips with a clear "RPB" cartouche on the lower left panel. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1583 Condition: Very good. The barrel has a brown patina with a few small patches of minor pitting. The cylinder is moderately pitted. The frame, trigger guard and back strap retain 50% original bright blue finish with some flaking, scratches and minor spotting. The grips are fine with a sharp cartouche, a few minor dings on the bottoms, a few minor chips on the lower edges and overall some minor dents and dings. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3148 Sheffield Production Joseph Rodgers Bowie Knife with Sheath Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Nine inch clip point blade, with "V (anchor) R/JOSEPH RODGERS & SONS/CUTLERSTOHERMAJESTY/*+" on the left ricasso, a full tang, German silver oval crossguard and inscription panel, and a pair of stag grip panels. Overall length is 13 3/4 inches. With a brown leather sheath with German silver fittings. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some mild spotting and sharpening marks on the blade, a mixed gray patina on the tang, and mild handling marks overall. The sheath is good, with some scuffs and dents.
Thumbnail 3149 Fine Remington Double Action New Model Belt Revolver Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Manufactured from 1863 to 1873. The top barrel flat is stamped "PATENTED SEPT. 14, 1858/E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION, NEW YORK, U.S.A./NEW MODEL" and "FB-210" is painted on the butt (likely a museum or previous private collection number). Matching serial number on barrel, both grips and frame, with "345" marked ahead of the loading lever catch. Fitted with smooth varnished grips. BBL: 6 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 4052 Condition: Very fine. Overall the revolver retains 40% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The cylinder retains 70% blue. The trigger guard retains nearly half of the original silver plating. The grips are very fine with a missing worn chip on the right panel and some minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3150 Civil War Starr Arms Model 1863 Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured between 1863 and 1865. Dovetail blade front sight and hammer groove rear sight. Standard "STARR. ARMS. CO. NEW. YORK." address on left the side of frame and "STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856" on the right. Serial numbers match on the front of the barrel lug, on the cylinder and "39" visible in the hammer cutout on the frame. There is a "M" inspection mark on some components. Fitted with a one-piece varnished walnut grip with a clear boxed script cartouche on the bottom of each side. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 39101 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30% plus of the original blue finish mixed with smooth brown patina. There is some scattered minor oxidation. The grip is also fine with a few small dings on the bottom and overall a few minor dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3151 Civil War Martially Marked Remington New Model 1858 Army Percussion Revolver Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 Manufactured from 1863 to 1873. The revolver has an 8 inch barrel and blue finish, casehardened hammer, fire blue trigger and brass trigger guard. The top barrel flat is marked: "PATENTED SEPT. 14. 1858/E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILION NEW YORK. U.S. A./NEW-MODEL". The matching serial number is marked on the bottom barrel flat and on the left side of the frame under the grip. Small single letter inspection marks are stamped on most components. Fitted with smooth walnut grips with a visible boxed cartouche on the lower left side. BBL: 8 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 96023 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled brown patina, with a few minor dings on each side of the frame ahead of the cylinder. The left grip is very good with a clear cartouche. The right panel has an area that has been sanded down and the panel has been refinished. There is a screw missing on the front grip strap. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3152 Civil War Contract Starr 1858 Double Action Army Revolver Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in the late 1850s and early 1860s. There are small "B" and "C" inspection marks on most of the components on this revolver with "STARR. ARMS. Co. NEW. YORK." address on left side of frame and "STARR'S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856" on the right side of the frame. Serial numbers match on the front of the barrel lug, on the cylinder, and front of the hammer. The hammer well serial number has been ground off. Fitted with a smooth one piece walnut grip stamped with an oval cartouche on each side. BBL: 6 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 13325 Condition: Fine. The revolver has some cold blue touch up present on top of the barrel and right side rear of frame, otherwise retaining 60% of the blue finish with the balance between a smooth brown and gray patina. The hammer retains 90% original case color and 50% of case colors remain on the loading lever, with the overall balance a smooth gray patina. The grip is fine with a series of gouges on the right side and some minor handling marks overall. Action functions but needs minor adjustment as the hammer does not go to full cock.
Thumbnail 3153 Remington Old Model Army Revolver with Stag Grips Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 The top barrel flat is marked "PATENTED DEC. 17 1861/MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTONS' ILION. N.Y." The left side of the barrel and frame are marked "CW" and "WC" respectively with "J" on the silver plated trigger guard and "WW" on the cylinder. Matching serial number on barrel and frame with the letter "S" stamped ahead of the barrel serial number. Fitted with replacement grips. BBL: 8 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: stag Serial Number: 3657 Condition: Good. The revolver has a mottled gray patina showing some minor pitting. The custom grips are good as they are ill-fitting and showing some age cracking along the grain. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3154 Grouping of Thirteen Civil War Reunion Ribbons Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 2,000.00 The majority (10) of the ribbons in this lot are for the post-Civil War reunions of the Army of the Tennessee, a Union army active in the Western Theater under the command of Generals Grant and Sherman, which participated in many critical battles in that region, including the Battle of Shiloh and the March to the Sea. This includes ribbons for the 14th, 16th, 17th (x3), 18th (x2), 19th and 21st annual reunions, as well as a ribbon for the Executive Committee. Also included are two ribbons for the 1885 reunion of Crocker's Iowa Brigade (11th and 13th Iowa) and a ribbon for the 14th Reunion of the Army of the Cumberland (1882). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good to excellent overall, showing some minor fraying and stains.
Thumbnail 3155 Civil War Era Items Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 1) A map case having belonged to Lt Michael Kelly 109 Rgt. N.Y.Volunteers with information about Kelly taped to the side and stenciled in black "Lt. M. KELLY/109 Rgt. N.Y.V.". 2) Collapsible drinking cup in a black tin, inscribed "C.H. Eager/15 Ms.". information provided by consignor that it belonged to Charles H. Eager who enlisted and mustered in as a 1st Lt. on July 12, 1861, Co. B, 15th Reg't Mass. Infantry Volunteers and resigned as Captain of the same Company/Regiment. 3) Surveyor kit in wooden case with key. 4) Civil War bugle with rare makers mark, "GARRION/partially visible, unreadable". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine. Most of the original green paint remains, there is a 2 1/2 inch cleaned are around the tube that appears to have been period done and there are a few minor dents. 2) Excellent and the tin retains almost all of the black paint. 3) Very good, the lid of the case is slightly warped at the front. 4) Good with a dark natural, untouched aged patina and a couple of large dents and a few small dents. The white leather strap is good with age cracking and soiling.
Thumbnail 3156 Rare Civil War Second Model Bristol Firearms Company/Burnside Patent Breech Loading Carbine Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 This is a scarce and early production Second Model Burnside Carbine manufactured by the Bristol Firearms Company of Bristol, Rhode Island. The Bristol Firearms Company manufactured about 2,000 Second Model Burnside Carbines between 1860 and 1862. Some of these carbines were used by the 1st Rhode Island Infantry at the battle of Bull Run and the remainder were issued to Federal cavalry regiments including the 1st U.S. Cavalry. Nearly all of the Second Model Burnside Carbines saw Civil War service. The barrel of this rifle has a two-position rear sight and the left side of the receiver is fitted with a sling bar and ring. The top of the receiver is roll-stamped "BURNSIDE'S/PATENT/MARCH 25th/1856.", the right side of the lock plate is marked "BRISTOL FIREARM CO." and the right side of the breech block latch is marked "G.P. FOSTER PAT/APRIL 10th 1860". The serial number is marked on the receiver, breech block, and barrel. The stock is marked with two cartouches on the wrist and is fitted with a sling swivel. BBL: 21 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 54 percussion Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 400 Condition: Fair. Overall the carbine has an artificial brown finish with some minor pitting. The revarnished stock has some minor pressure dents but has clearly visible cartouches. Mechanically functions, but lever retention spring is broken. These are extremely rare in any condition!
Thumbnail 3157 Civil War Spencer Model 1860 Carbine Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 Serial number falls into the range of Model 1860 Spencer carbines produced from 1863 to 1865. The top of the receiver is marked "SPENCER REPEATING / RIFLE CO. BOSTON, MASS. / PAT'D MARCH 6, 1860". Six groove rifled barrel with the standard brass blade front sight and folding ladder type military rear sight, graduated to 900 yards. The left rear of the barrel and receiver are marked with an "M" and there is a "J" on the right side of the lever. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm with a "T" stamped on the underside near the receiver and straight grip stock with a sling swivel mounted on the bottom near the toe and saddle ring bar and ring on the left wrist. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 21266 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a brown patina with a small amount of scattered minor pitting on the barrel and minor pitting on the receiver. The wood is fine with a few minor dents on the stock and overall a few very minor scratches and handling marks. The markings are legible. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3158 Scarce Sharps Model 1851 Box Lock Carbine Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured from 1852 to 1855 with an estimated total of 1,857 Model 1851 carbines produced. The carbine has the distinctive box lock hammer mounted inside the breech and hinged Maynard tape primer door located in front of the hammer. The primer door is marked "EDWARD MAYNARD/PATENTED/1846", top of the barrel is marked "ROBINS&/LAWRENCE", and the top of the receiver at the breech is marked "RC". The upper tang is marked "C. SHARPS/PATENT/1848" followed by the serial number and is tapped for sight mounting. Fixed sights with a filled front sight dovetail. Brass barrel band, patch box and buttplate and smooth forearm and straight grip stock. BBL: 21 5/8 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 44 Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 1801 Condition: Fair. The carbine is mostly a streaked artificial smooth gray patina overall with pitting present on the barrel. The brass has a bright appearance. The primer door does not latch. The revarnished stock has a hairline crack on the forearm and a repair near the upper tang with some minor handling marks. Mechanically functions, but tape primer door does not stay closed.
Thumbnail 3159 U.S. Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Saddle Ring Percussion Carbine Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Blade and R.S. Lawrence ladder sights on a barrel with three line Sharps address between the rear sight and barrel band and "NEW MODEL 1863" stamped between the rear sight and the receiver. The breech of the barrel on the left side are stamped with an "EAW" inspector marking, with the letter "W" on the left side of the receiver, the letter "P" on the hammer, and the letter "H" on the barrel band. The lock plate has the R.S. Lawrence 1859 and Sharps 1852 patent dates and left side of the receiver has the Sharps 1848 patent date. Saddle ring bar with ring on the left side with the base stamped "TWR". Smooth straight grip stock with patch box. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 percussion Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: C18259 Condition: Very good as arsenal refurbished. The barrel retains traces of blue finish in the protected areas with the balance a mottled brown patina. The receiver, hammer, and lever retain 70% of the arsenal applied dull blue finish. The lock plate retains traces of case colors in the protected areas with the balance a mottled brown patina. There is minor pitting on the lower tang, patch box and buttplate. The otherwise good wood has a surface chip missing from the forearm and some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3160 U.S. Smith's Patent Civil War Breech Loading Carbine Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured circa 1861-1865. Marked with the American Machine Works, Smith's Patent and Poultney & Trimble markings on the left side of the frame. Brass blade front, folding ladder rear sights, "L.F.R." marked on the left rear barrel flat, saddle ring and bar mounted on the left side of the frame and mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a clear "JH" oval cartouche and large "29" on the left wrist and iron carbine buttplate. BBL: 21 1/2 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 11385 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have brown and gray patina, with overall light to moderate pitting, heaviest on the saddle ring and bar, trigger guard and buttplate. The wood is very good with raised feathered grain, scattered minor dents and dings associated with a gun of this age. The markings remain clear. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3161 Two Framed Cut Signatures and Prints of Civil War Generals Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 1) 19 1/2 inch x 16 inch gold painted custom wooden frame with clipped signature of William T. Sherman, Union Major General and print of him posing. 2) 19 3/4 inch x 14 3/4 inch gold painted custom wooden frame, clipped signature of Philip Henry Sheridan, Union Cavalry Major General, and print of him charging on horseback. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are very good.
Thumbnail 3162 Civil War U.S. Second Model Maynard Single Shot Breech Loading Carbine Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of a Second Model (also known as the "Model 1863"), Maynard carbine that was manufactured circa 1860 to 1865, with approximately 20,000 total production. Among the Union cavalry regiments armed with these Maynards were the 9th and 11th Indiana and the 11th Tennessee. The three line "MASS. ARMS CO." address is marked on the right front of the frame and four line "1851/1859" Maynard patent marking on the left side. 3 3/4 inches of the breech end of the barrel is octagon and the left side flat is marked with the single sub-inspectors mark "S". The barrel, hammer, trigger and buttplate were blue, and the frame and lever casehardened. It is equipped with a pinched front sight and a three leaf folding rear sight. There is a saddle ring bar and ring mounted on the left side of the receiver. Mounted with a smooth straight grip stock, without a forearm and iron carbine buttplate. The left side wrist is marked with two crisp boxed "JM" and "AJN" cartouches. BBL: 20 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 17982 Condition: Fine. The barrel retains 50% original blue finish with a smooth gray patina on the balance and some minor oxidation on the breech end. The remaining metal surfaces have a brown patina with some minor oxidation. The stock is very fine with a few minor scratches, dings and scuffs, with the cartouches both being excellent. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3163 Fine Martially Inspected Smith's Patent Breech Loading Civil War Carbine Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 The Smith Carbine was manufactured by the Massachusetts Arms Co., Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts and was one of the most important Federal Cavalry carbines. Designed by Gilbert Smith, the production of this breech loading percussion carbine was almost entirely consumed by government contracts, with limited numbers going to the civilian market. A total of 30,362 Smith Carbines were purchased by the United States during the Civil War. Smith Carbines were considered to be accurate and reliable weapons. Standard three sets of markings on the left side of the frame "MANUFACTURED BY/MASS ARMS CO./CHICOPEE FALLS.", agents' names "ADDRESS/POULTNEY & TRIMBLE/BALTIMORE U.S.A." and "SMITH'S PATENT/JUNE 23, 1857". The left rear barrel flat is marked with a "LFR" inspectors mark. The side of the stock wrist is stamped with a boxed "LFR" and oval "LH" cartouche. Dovetail brass blade front sight and folding leaf rear sight absent of yard markings. Blue barrel and trigger guard, niter blue barrel latch and casehardened remaining parts. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip walnut stock with a steel carbine buttplate. BBL: 21 5/8 inch part octagon Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 1119 Condition: Fine. The barrel retains 50% original thin blue finish with moderate oxidation on the balance. The trigger guard has a dark patina with minor oxidation. The buttplate has a smooth brown patina and the hammer and receiver have 30% case colors with the balance a dark patina. The wood is fine with some scattered minor dents and dings. The cartouches are crisp. Markings are readable. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3164 Sharps Model 1863 Breech loading Cartridge Carbine Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 Blade front and Laurence patent folding ladder rear sights, with "F" and "G.C" on the left barrel flat. Casehardened lock plate, with Laurence and Sharps patent markings, and the Sharps patent mark on the left side of the frame. Smooth straight grip stock with a sling bar and an "M" marked buttplate. D.F.C. cartouche present on left side of buttstock. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50-70 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 68417 Condition: Very good as arsenal refurbished, with 40% of the arsenal blue finish, showing areas of brown patina, mild spotting and scattered handling marks. A mixed brown and gray patina has formed on the lock and frame, with traces of original color in the protected areas. Stock and forearm are both very good as revarnished with a faint, but legible cartouche. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3165 Civil War Triplett & Scott Repeating Carbine Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 This is an example of a Triplett & Scott carbine that was manufactured circa 1864-1865 by the Meriden Manufacturing Company as part of a contract of 5,000 carbines to arm the Kentucky Home Guard, however the carbines were received too late to be used in the Civil War. Only about 2,000 22 inch barrel carbines were manufactured making them quite scarce. The barrel, rear sight, barrel band and barrel support were finished blue and the receiver, hammer, trigger guard, and buttplate were casehardened. The carbine features a seven-round magazine and is loaded by twisting the barrel to align with the magazine on the lower left side of the receiver. Pinched blade front and folding ladder rear sights. The serial number is stamped on the right side of the frame. The lower left side of the frame is marked "MERIDEN MAN'FG. CO./MERIDEN, CONN." and the left side of the breech is marked "KENTUCKY". The patent marking: "TRIPLETT & SCOTT/PATENT DEC. 6, 1864" is marked on the upper receiver tang. Mounted with a smooth oil finished walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a steel carbine buttplate and a sling swivel mounted on the heel and toe. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 50 RF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 3244 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a brown patina, mottled gray on the receiver, with some pin prick type pitting on the breech block. and exposed end of the magazine. There is a minor crack on the left wrist, which is very common on these carbines due to the lack of thickness of the wood in that area where the magazine runs into the otherwise good stock. The front upper edges and around the barrel band spring are a bit "chewed" up, otherwise overall there are some scattered minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3166 Joslyn Model 1864 Civil War Carbine Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 One of 8,000 Model 1864 Joslyn breech loading carbines purchased by the Ordnance Department from the Joslyn Fire Arms Company of Stonington, Connecticut. The carbine has a blue barrel and casehardened iron mountings, with the hooded firing pin that distinguish the Model 1864 Carbine from the brass mounted Model 1862 Carbine. The barrel is fitted with a pinched blade front sight and three-leaf folding rear sight. The lock plate is marked "JOSLYN FIRE ARMS CO./STONINGTON CONN/1864" ahead of the hammer, the left rear of the barrel is marked "F.D.L." and the rear of the breechblock is marked "B.F. JOSLYN PATENT/OCTOBER 8TH 1861/JUNE 24TH 1862". The matching serial number is located on the top of the breechblock and upper tang. The tang of the buttplate is marked "US". Mounted with a one piece varnished straight grip stock with saddle ring and bar on the left side, a boxed cartouche and an iron carbine buttplate. The Joslyn was an effective and popular carbine that was widely issued to Federal Cavalry throughout the Civil War. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 RF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 11596 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a mottled gray patina with some scattered minor pitting. The revarnished stock is very good with a crisp cartouche, some scattered minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3167 Civil War Spencer Model 1860 Carbine Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 Serial number falls into the range of model 1860 carbines produced during the Civil War. The top of the receiver is marked "SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO. BOSTON, MASS./PAT'D MARCH 6, 1860". Six groove rifled barrel with the standard ladder type military rear sight, sling swivel at butt, (base only), and saddle ring bar and ring mounted on the left side. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 52 RF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 30102 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a dark brown patina with some minor oxidation on the barrel and some minor pitting on the receiver. The wood is fair. The forearm has a couple of moderate chips and overall is "chewed up". There are nine large notches cut into the top of the wrist, the right side has been sanded and has uneven areas, and overall there are minor gouges, dings and scratches. The receiver marking is clear. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3168 Massive and Rare Military Outfitters Store Sign U.S. Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Style Swor Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 10,000.00 Measuring 47 inches in overall length, this is a large model of a scabbard 1850 Staff & Field sword, copper or bronze construction, forged in 2 pieces, showing fine details such as the leather seam on the rear face of the scabbard, the cut through engraving on the guard and the simulated sword knot around the grip. A pair of solid rings are attached to the suspension band, suitable for hanging. The original use of this item is a display piece for a firm which sold swords and military gear to officers. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good. The scabbard has a period repaired copper panel welded around the center. A mixed dark attractive aged patina is visible overall. A fantastic piece of American signage.
Thumbnail 3169 Non-Regulation Civil War Tiffany Cavalry Officers Saber with Scabbard Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 5,000.00 An interesting non-regulation item, fitted with a 1840 Heavy Cavalry style hilt and equipped with a single fuller, 35 3/4 inch blade, decorated with an etched field on each side, with the markings "WARRANTED TO CUT WROUGHT IRON" in the right fuller and "TIFFANY & Co/NEW YORK" on the left ricasso. Gilt finished 2-branch guard, with floral wreath designs on the helmet pommel and copper wire wrap on the sharkskin grip. With an enlisted pattern iron scabbard with dual suspension rings. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some minor spotting on the fine blade, which shows a strong, well detailed etching and an unmarred edge. Over 80% of the gilt finish remains on the guard, with mild wear on the wrap. Scabbard is good, with a throat screw missing and spotting and mild dings and scratches.
Thumbnail 3170 Tiffany & Company U.S. Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer Sword with Scabbard Start Price: 1,600.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 3,250.00 - 4,750.00 Double fuller blade, 30 3/4 inches long, with 2/3rds of each side covered with etched decorative panels, with "TIFFANY & Co/NEW YORK" in the right fuller and "P.D.LUNESCHLOSS/SOLINGEN" on the left ricasso. Gilt finished brass guard, with cut-through "US" and floral scroll engraving, a helmet shaped pommel and a wire wrapped sharkskin grip. With a nickel plated double suspension ring scabbard that is not original to the sword. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some light spotting and strong etching on the fine blade. A fine aged patina has formed on the hilt, with a few darker spots and mild grip wear. The scabbard is good with minor spotting and flaking.
Thumbnail 3171 Historic Ridabock & Company Model 1860 Pattern Staff & Field Officer's Saber, Presentation Inscribed Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 31 inch double edge blade, with gold washed etching on each side, "RIDABOCK/& Co/NEW YORK,/N.Y." etched on the left ricasso above a "GERMANY" stamp, and the text "Presented to Capt. J.A. Bell,/by Co.D 22nd Reg't N.G.N.Y./Sept. 30th, 1899." etched on the right side of the blade. Gilt brass hilt, with extensive raised decoration, a 2 branch guard and a ribbed bone grip. With a nickel finished metal scabbard, outfitted with gold washed, cut-through engraved throat, suspension band and tip. Mustered into Federal service for the Civil War, the 22nd was a component of the "Iron Brigade of the East", which saw action during the Fredericksburg Campaign. The 22nd was later reformed for Stateside duty during the Spanish-American War. Captain Bell has not yet been identified. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with some light spotting on the blade, which also has well defined etching and over 95% of the original gold finish. The hilt is fine, with a fine dark patina on the visible brass, and mild handling marks overall. Some light spotting and a mixed, frosted color are visible on the scabbard.
Thumbnail 3172 Two Tiffany & Co. Cavalry Sabres with Scabbards Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 1) Tiffany Model 1840 Sabre, 36 inch double fuller blade, with a flat spine, the two-line New York address on the right ricasso and "P.D.L" in an oval on the left. Steel hilt with a two branch guard, helmet style pommel and wire and leather wrapped wood grip. Iron scabbard with hanging rings and drag. 2) Tiffany sabre, 35 3/4 inch single fuller blade with "TIFFANY & Co" on the left ricasso. Iron hilt, with a wire wrapped leather grip, and an iron scabbard with hanging rings. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine, showing mild spotting on the blade, a mixed gray patina on the hilt and scabbard, and some material loss on the grip. 2) Very good, with some minor pitting and edge dings on the blade, a dark mixed gray color to the hilt and scabbard, and minimal wear on the leather.
Thumbnail 3173 Rare Documented Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver with L.D. Nimschke Engraving and Magnificent Tiffany Start Price: 17,000.00High Bid: 32,500.00Estimate: 35,000.00 - 65,000.00 This extraordinary engraved, Tiffany gripped Colt Model 1862 Police revolver was manufactured in 1864. The revolver is factory engraved with Germanic scrollwork on a punch-dot background by master engraver L.D. Nimschke and has a cast bronze Tiffany grips with the distinctive and rarely encountered American Eagle motif. This style of grip is illustrated in the 1864 Schuyler, Hartley and Graham catalogue on a Colt Model 1862 revolver. This revolver is one of the two Model 1862 Police revolvers pictured on page 169 of THE BOOK OF COLT ENGRAVING by Colt expert R. L. Wilson. Included with the revolver is a three-page letter from Wilson that describes the pistol. In this letter, Wilson states that this revolver was one of a pair which were the only Colt Model 1862 Police revolvers known to him with American Eagle style Tiffany grips. The revolver has a silver-plated finish on the barrel, loading lever, cylinder, frame and hammer, trigger guard and Tiffany grip. A "P" indicating plating or special finish is stamped below the serial number on the barrel lug, frame and trigger guard. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the legend: "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" in one line. "COLTS/PATENT" is located in an engraved panel on the left side of the frame. "PAT.SEPT.10th 1850" is stamped in one cylinder flute. The full serial number, "23641" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and the rear face of the cylinder. The arbor pin is stamped with the partial serial number "3641". The last two digits of the serial number "41" are stamped on the bottom of the grip beneath the buttcap. The non-matching wedge is numbered "3738". BBL: 6 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: silver-plated Grips: silver Serial Number: 23641P Condition: Fine. The intricate Germanic scroll-work is crisp. The highly detailed Tiffany grip remains in very fine condition. traces of the original silver-plated finish are present in protected areas of the revolver. The R.L Wilson letter describes the condition of this revolver as being in excellent overall condition with traces of the gold and silver-plated finish and most of the silver remaining on the Tiffany grips. Wilson states that: "The quality of the grips is excellent, showing the sharp, crisp Victorian quality of their original manufacture". The Wilson letter concludes that this Tiffany-Gripped Colt Model 1862 Police revolver is an important example of American gunmaking and firearms artistry from the Civil War period and is worthy of the finest private or museum arms collection, or significant collection of American decorative arts. Writer agrees with this analysis wholeheartedly!
Thumbnail 3174 Serial Number 1 Exhibition Engraved and Cased Colt Navy Cartridge Revolver Presented by Colt to Lewi Start Price: 0.00High Bid: 330,000.00 This is yet another example of the magnificent Colts that Rock Island Auction brings to the collector. This extraordinary Colt revolver, serial number 1, is factory cased and exhibition engraved and was presented by Colt to Lewis Sheldon on December 1, 1871. Lewis Sheldon (1824-1880) was the bookkeeper and paymaster of Colt's Hartford factory and was employed by Colt from around 1863 until 1871. This revolver is inscribed and was presented to Lewis Sheldon when he left Colt and remained in possession of Sheldon or his direct family for 141 years until it was placed on consignment with the Rock Island Auction Company. The revolver has a nickel-plated finish and is fitted with a one-piece, deluxe, highly figured, piano finish walnut grip. The trigger and screws are niter blue. The back strap is engraved with the inscription "Lewis Sheldon/With Compliments of Colts P.F.A. Mfg. Co. Dec. 1st 1871." in two lines on the back strap. The revolver is engraved with bold Germanic scrollwork on a punch-dot background. The scrollwork covers the sides and top of the barrel, the underside of the muzzle, the entire frame, conversion ring and loading gate, the sides and top of the hammer, bottom of the trigger guard and the back strap top and butt. Scallop and punch-dot borders are engraved on the edges of the cylinder and the muzzle which form a panel around the barrel address. The plugs in the loading lever and plunger channels are decorated with cross-hatch and dot engraving. "Fish fin" engraving surrounds the serial number on the bottom of the barrel lug. The letter "E" is stamped above the serial number on the barrel lug and below the serial number on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The "E" indicates that the component was designated by Colt for engraving and special finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in an engraved panel. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT No." and "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843" along the edge of the cylinder. The serial number "1" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The assembly number "196" is stamped on the back of the loading gate. This revolver is an original metallic cartridge Model 1861 Navy revolver chambered for the .38 rimfire cartridge. The ejector housing has a round ejector tip and ejector head with concentric circles on the face. The wedge is the early style percussion type with spring. The loading gate has an internal spring. The frame has the small percussion hammer screw. The rimfire hammer has bordered, underlined knurling on the spur. The trigger guard is the large oval type. The factory oak case has scalloped, nickel-silver reinforcements on the corners. The center of the lid is inlaid with a scalloped silver plate with dot-and-scallop borders engraved "LEWIS SHELDON/1871" in Old English script. The case has a royal blue velvet lining with four compartments. The case is complete with an L-shaped screw-driver and two 50-round boxes of "38/100" caliber cartridges. One box of cartridges was manufactured by the U.S. Cartridge Co., and the other was manufactured by the American Metallic Cartridge Company. In addition to being an extremely rare, factory inscribed cased and engraved original metallic cartridge Model 1861 Navy, this revolver, SERIAL No. 1, has the distinction of having remained in possession of the family of the original owner, Lewis Sheldon from the date of presentation, December 1, 1871, until offered for sale by the Rock Island Auction Company. The revolver is accompanied by a letter from the consignor that gives a history of Lewis Sheldon and his family. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1 Condition: Excellent plus. The revolver retains 95% plus original nickel and exhibits age patina associated with 140 years of storage and occasional handling. The face of the cylinder and the hammer are free from flash pitting. The engraving, barrel legend and cylinder scene are deep and crisp. The heads of the frame and hammer screws retain most of the niter blue finish. The highly figured walnut grip is in excellent plus condition with nearly all of the original "piano" finish and negligible handling marks. The plated finish has some minor flaking on the right side of the muzzle and along the edges of the ejector housing. The ejector housing and un-engraved portions of the barrel and cylinder are frosted and have some age spotting. There is dark, untouched surface corrosion present on the right side of the frame and lower edge of the recoil shield. The action functions perfectly. The case exterior is in very fine condition with scattered minor handling and storage marks. The interior is also in very fine condition. The velvet lining is bright and clean. Wear is limited to three small compression marks from the revolver muzzle, cylinder and recoil shield and two small tears in the lining on the edge of the case caused by contact with the hammer spur and front sight blade. Both of the scarce cartridge boxes are full and in excellent condition. The U.S. Cartridge Co., box has not been opened. This is both an exceptional and extraordinary example of an extremely rare presentation, factory cased and engraved serial number 1 Colt 1861/72 Cartridge revolver. This, in writer's opinion, is the finest, most significant of all Colt revolvers to come to market in the past decade!
Thumbnail 3175 Very Fine U.S. Colt Model 1851 Army Contract Navy Percussion Revolver Start Price: 10,000.00High Bid: 18,000.00Estimate: 20,000.00 - 30,000.00 Manufactured in 1857, this is a very nice example of a 3rd Model 1851 "Army-Navy" revolver in the 42000-80000 serial number range which were purchased by the U.S. Army prior to the Civil War. Revolvers in this serial number range were issued to the 1st and 2nd Cavalry Regiments and were used extensively in campaigns against hostile Indians in and prior to the Civil War. These revolvers also saw service during the Civil War and saw additional service on the Frontier after being sold as surplus.The term "Army-Navy" is derived from the fact that the Army purchased more of these revolvers than did the Navy. The top of the barrel flat is marked "--ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY.--" and the left side of the frame is marked "COLT'S / PATENT / U.S.". The left side of the barrel lug at the bottom is stamped with the single inspection letter "T", next to the wedge screw is "D", with an "H" on the opposite, "H" on the top of the back strap, "K" directly behind the trigger guard bow and there is a "R", and two "D"s on the cylinder. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap, with the partial serial number "9136" marked on the loading lever, wedge, cylinder and cylinder pin. Standard brass cone front and hammer notch rear sights, blue barrel and cylinderand casehardened frame, loading lever and hammer. Fitted with the correct matching serialized (last four digits, "9136" in ink under back strap) one piece oil finished walnut grip with a crisp and clear "CGC" cartouche on the left side and "WAT" on the right. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 79136 Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 85% plus original military blue finish with some areas thinning to a smooth plum patina. The cylinder shows a smooth bluish gray patina with clear naval engagement scene markings. The frame retains 50% original faded case colors, with the balance having a smooth mottled gray patina. The brass, which was never silver plated, is some what bright on the back strap and has a pleasant mellow aged patina on the trigger guard/front strap and butt, which also shows a few tiny dings. The grip is excellent with minimal lower edge wear and tiny ding on the right toe and a couple along the bottom edge and a couple small minor dents on the lower right side. As noted above the cartouches are crisp and clear. All remaining markings are clear and crisp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3176 Factory Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 7,000.00 Manufactured in 1859, this is a fine example of a cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket percussion revolver. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped with the second style legend "{ADDRESS SAML COLT/NEW YORK CITY}". The left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT" and the cylinder has the roll-engraved Stagecoach Holdup scene with "COLT'S PATENT". A small "M" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The full serial number is stamped on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and cylinder with the partial serial number ("3432") on the loading lever. All of the visible serial numbers match. The revolver is blue with casehardened frame and hammer and silver-plated trigger guard and back strap. The revolver is fitted with a one-piece piano finished walnut grip. The Colt American style mahogany case has five compartments and is lined with brown velvet. The following accessories are included with the case: 1) Eagle and Shield powder flask with fixed charger and "COLTS PATENT" in a ribbon above two rows of stars, 2) blue two-cavity iron bullet mold for round balls and conical bullets with "COLT'S/PATENT" on the spruce cutter, 3) blue finished L-shaped combination screwdriver/nipple wrench, 4) percussion cap tin with "ELEY BROS/LONDON" embossed on the lid and 5) several lead balls and conical bullets. BBL: 4 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 153432 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 50% plus of the original blue finish. The cylinder retains nearly all of the Stagecoach Holdup scene with cylinder pins being battered but flash pitting is minimal on the percussion nipples and cylinder. 70% of the casehardened finish remains on the frame and loading lever with the case colors being strong. 40% of the original silver-plated finish remains (mostly on the trigger guard and front strap). The grip is very fine with 90% of the original piano finish and some minor edge wear on the butt. The barrel and frame markings are sharp. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. The case exterior is in very good condition with only very minor handling and storage wear. The brown velvet lining is in good-very good condition with wear limited to several compression marks and two small tears from contact with the hammer and front sight pin. The flask is very good with a mottled age patina and several shallow dents. The bullet mold has traces of the original blue finish and has a number of small dents in the sides of the blocks. The screwdriver/nipple wrench is very fine with 75% of the original blue finish. The cap tin is in good condition and retains 60% of the brown japanned finish and traces of the blue paper edge wrapping. This is a very good example of a completely original factory cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver.
Thumbnail 3177 Desirable Totally Original Massachusetts (MS) Marked U.S. Colt Second Model Dragoon Revolver Start Price: 9,000.00High Bid: 16,000.00Estimate: 18,000.00 - 27,500.00 This Colt Second Model Dragoon revolver was manufactured in 1851 as part of the 5th contract U.S. for Colt revolvers dated May 8, 1851. This contract was filled with a combination of Second and Third Model Dragoon revolvers. Some of the Dragoon revolvers from the 4th and 5th U.S. contract were allocated by the Ordnance Department to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for issue to the state militia; these revolvers were stamped "MS" on the base of the trigger guard ahead of the bow. The revolver has the distinctive Second Model combination of rectangular cylinder stops and square-back brass trigger guard. The part-round/part octagon barrel has a nickel-silver front sight blade and is roll-stamped: "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" reading from the muzzle to the breech. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Ranger and Indian fight scene and "MODEL U.S.M.R./COLT'S PATENT" on either side of the serial number. "W.L. Ormsby Sc. N.Y." is roll-engraved in small letters below the cylinder scene. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped: "COLT'S/PATENT/U.S." in three lines. Single letter "B" or "H" Ordnance sub-inspection marks are stamped on the back strap, trigger guard, hammer, frame, cylinder and on the left grip heel. "MS" is stamped in front of the trigger guard bow. The right side of the grip is stamped with the Ordnance final inspection mark which consists of the script initials "WAT" with an oval border. The Ordnance sub-inspector's mark (the script initials "JCB" in a rectangle) is stamped on the lower left side of the grip. The full serial number, "10189" is stamped on the loading lever, bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, the side of the cylinder and on the cylinder arbor pin. The wedge is stamped with the partial serial number "887". Colt manufactured approximately 2,700 Second Model Dragoon revolvers; this was the lowest production of the three models of Dragoon pistols. "MS" marked Colt Dragoon revolvers are scarce. BBL: 7 1/2 inch part octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 10189 Condition: Very good plus. This totally original revolver has a silver-gray patina with untouched scattered age spotting. The cylinder retains most of the clearly legible Ranger and Indian fight scene. All of the cylinder pins are intact. The percussion nipples and rear face of the cylinder have light to moderate flash pitting. The brass trigger guard and back strap have an attractive un-polished patina. The cartouche walnut grip is in very fine condition with crisp and fully legible Ordnance inspection marks. The barrel and frame markings and serial numbers are crisp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is an attractive and completely original example of a scarce U.S. contract Colt Second Model Dragoon revolver with rarely encountered "MS" Massachusetts militia markings.
Thumbnail 3178 Very Fine Civilian Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver Start Price: 8,000.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 16,000.00 - 22,500.00 This is a fine example of a Colt Commercial Production Model 1860 Army revolver that was manufactured in 1867. The revolver has a three-screw frame and lacks the yoke cut-outs in the recoil shields and bottom of the back strap found on Civil War U.S. contract Model 1860 Army revolvers. The hammer spur has bordered knurling. The barrel, cylinder and back strap have the Colt high polish commercial blue finish. The loading lever, frame and hammer are color casehardened. The brass trigger guard is silver plated. The one-piece walnut grip is varnished with a high polish piano finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one line legend "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped on the left side of the frame and "44 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The rebated cylinder is roll-stamped with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT No". The edge of the cylinder is roll-stamped "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843." in small letters. The full serial number, "164172" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and the back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number, "4172". All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 164172 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 70% of the original blue and casehardened finish. The barrel retains much of the original high polish blue finish with some bright scattered patches of pitting and some finish loss on the right side of the barrel near the rammer plunger. The rebated portion of the cylinder has 40% of the blue finish and nearly all of the roll-engraved naval scene. The back strap has 75% of the blue finish with thinning on contact points. The loading lever, frame and hammer retain 75% of the original casehardened finish with strong case colors. There is scattered flash pitting on the right side of the barrel lug, the bottom of the loading lever plunger and the cylinder. All of the cylinder safety pins are intact and the percussion nipples show minimal flash pitting. The revolver shows minimal firing wear and the flash pitting appears to be the result of one failure to clean the weapon after firing. The brass trigger guard has traces of the silver-plated finish in protected areas. The grip is in excellent condition, with wear limited to some minor varnish flaking and one minor dent on the right heel of the grip. This is an attractive example of a late production civilian Colt Model 1860 Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3179 Very Fine Civil War Production Colt Model 1851 Civilian Navy Revolver Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 9,500.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 This is a very fine original example of a Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver that was manufactured during the Civil War in 1863. The revolver has the Colt high polish commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder, color casehardened loading lever, frame and hammer and silver-plated brass trigger guard and back strap. The one-piece walnut grip is varnished and has the high polish "piano finish". The cylinder is roll-stamped with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT No". The revolver has the Middle Fourth Model large rounded trigger guard, capping channel in the recoil shield cut-out and thin contour loading lever catch. The barrel has a brass cone front sight. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "- ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in two lines. The left shoulder of the trigger guard is stamped "31 CAL" over-stamped with "36 CAL". "36 CAL" is also stamped on the left side of the trigger guard bow. "2" is stamped on the left front trigger guard bow. The full serial number, "142322" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number, "2322" is stamped on the loading lever and cylinder. All of the visible serial numbers match. Colt Model 1851 Navy revolvers were popular sidearms for both Federal and Confederate officers during the Civil War. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagonal Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 142322 Condition: Very fine. The barrel has 70% plus original blue finish with some patches of flaking on the top and sides of the barrel. The cylinder retains 80% of the original blue finish. The cylinder scene and Colt markings are crisp. The frame, loading lever and hammer have 85% of the original casehardened finish with fiery case colors. About 30% of the delicate silver plated finish is present on the protected areas of the trigger guard and back strap. The exposed brass has a very attractive, un-polished patina. The grip is in excellent condition and retains most of the original high-polish varnish finish. Wear is limited to some minor finish loss on the left heel. All of the cylinder safety pins are intact and the percussion nipples show minimal flash pitting. The action is crisp and functions fine. This is both a very fine and attractive example of a Civil War production Colt Fourth Model 1851 Navy revolver.
Thumbnail 3180 Very Fine U.S. Civil War Contract Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver Start Price: 7,500.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 15,000.00 - 20,000.00 This is a very fine original example of a U.S. Contract Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver that was manufactured in 1863. The revolver has a three-screw frame with cut-outs for shoulder stock in the recoil shields and back strap. The eight-inch barrel, rebated cylinder and iron back strap have the Colt low-polish military blue finish. The loading lever, frame and hammer have a case hardened finish. The trigger guard is brass and the one-piece walnut grip has an oil finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in two lines. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLT"S PATENT No." and "PATENTED SEPT.10th 1850". The revolver has Ordnance single and double letter Sub-Inspection marks stamped on all of the major components "TT" is stamped on the left side of the barrel lug behind the wedge screw, "F" is stamped in the opposite position on the right side of the barrel lug. "HH" and "H" are stamped on the cylinder, "T" is stamped on the trigger guard behind the bow and "D" is stamped on the top of the back strap and the left grip heel. The lower left side of grip is stamped with the Ordnance Sub-Inspector's mark which consists of the script initials "WHR" in a rectangle. The Ordnance Final Inspector's script initials "JT" are stamped in a rectangle with rounded ends on the lower right side of the grip. The full serial number, "117146", is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "7146". "7146" is written in the grip back strap channel. All of the visible serial numbers match. The Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver was the primary sidearm of the Federal Cavalry during the Civil War and was widely used by both sides during that conflict. Most U.S. contract Model 1860 Army Revolvers were issued and examples with any amount of original finish are scarce. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/case hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 117146 Condition: Very fine. This revolver is completely original and retains 75% of the original blue and case hardened finish. Most of the blue finish is present on the barrel lug, top and underside while the sides of the barrel have some contact wear that has aged to a smooth plum brown patina. The top of the barrel and sides of the lug have some scattered, minor nicks and handling marks. The cylinder has aged to a brown-gray patina with significant amounts of blue finish in protected areas. The roll-engraved naval scene is extremely crisp. The percussion nipples have light flash pitting and the cylinder safety pins are battered. The back strap shows handling wear on contact points. The loading lever and frame retain more than 90% of the case hardened finish with strong case colors. The hammer has most of the case colors on the top and back with some flash pitting on the sides. The brass trigger guard is bright and remains in fine condition. The grip is in fine overall condition with sharp Ordnance inspection marks and moderate handling wear. The Colt legend, patent marks, serial numbers and Ordnance inspection marks are all extremely sharp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is a very fine example of a U.S. contract, Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army revolver that is extremely difficult to find in this condition.
Thumbnail 3181 Scarce Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Four-Screw Frame Cut for Stock Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,500.00 This is a fine original example of a Colt Model 1851Navy revolver that was manufactured in 1857. This revolver was designed to accept the Colt Third Model attachable shoulder stock and has a special four-screw frame with two additional screws to serve as supporting lugs for the stock and milled cut-outs in the recoil shields to fit the pronged fore-end of the stock attachment. In addition to the frame modifications, the back strap has a shallow groove milled in the butt to accept the clamping bar on the stock fore-end. The revolver has a sling swivel attached to the trigger guard ahead of the bow and a dove tail mounted front sight with nickel-silver, half-moon blade. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-". "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped in two lines on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PANT NO". "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843" is roll-stamped along the forward edge of the cylinder. The full serial number, "74661" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and on the side of the cylinder. The partial serial number, "4661" is stamped on the loading lever. All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/case hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 74661 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 25% of the original blue and 40% case hardened finish in protected areas; the balance is a silver-gray patina. There is scattered light pitting on the barrel and cylinder and numerous small dents on the right side of the barrel lug below the wedge slot. The cylinder retains most of the roll-engraved scene and markings and has light-moderate pitting. The hammer and loading lever have 30% of the case hardened finish with strong case colors. The trigger guard and back strap retain about 40% of the silver plated finish. The one-piece walnut grip is in fine condition and retains 70% of the original varnish finish. The upper portion of the grip has finish wear and light scratches from contact with the attachable stock forearm. The markings on the barrel and frame are clear. This is an attractive example of a scarce and highly desirable Colt Third Model 1851 Navy revolver with four-screw frame cut for stock.
Thumbnail 3182 Scarce Canteen Shoulder Stock for a Colt 1851 Navy Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,000.00 Measuring 16 1/2 inches long, with a silver finished brass yoke configured for a 4-screw Model 1851 Navy Revolver, numbered "78530" on the lower tang and butt hook, and again on the heel of the buttplate. The main body is walnut, with a pewter screw top installed just ahead of the comb and a sling swivel on the underside. Produced in limited numbers during the 1850s, the canteen stock concept was intended to ease a soldier's burden by replacing two pieces of gear with a single piece which could perform both tasks, and like the later coffee mill Sharps or the trowel bayonet, the idea did not catch on. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: 78530 Condition: Very good overall. 30% of the finely aged silver remains on the brass hardware, chiefly on the tangs, with a few light cracks up towards the tip, edge wear, and dents. Mild dings and scratches are present on the wood, which has been lightly cleaned. A rare Colt accoutrement, and a fine addition to a collection of percussion Colt revolvers.
Thumbnail 3183 Colt First Model Dragoon Revolver Start Price: 3,250.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 6,500.00 - 11,000.00 This is an example of a Civilian production Colt First Model Dragoon revolver that was manufactured in 1850. The revolver has the distinctive six-shot cylinder with oval stops, square back trigger guard and v-shaped mainspring that identify First Model Dragoon revolvers. The cylinder has a single safety pin. The revolver has a one-piece walnut grip. The brass trigger guard and back strap have the silver plated finish found on commercial production Dragoon revolvers. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS" SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY-" in one line reading toward the breech. "COLT'S/PATENT/U.S." is roll stamped in three lines near the front of the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Ranger and Indian fight scene. Small "S" inspection marks are stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard, the top barrel flat and the cylinder. The letter "K" is stamped on the trigger guard to the right of the trigger guard screw. An inverted "1" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard and on the right shoulder of the back strap. A "O" is stamped ahead of the serial number on the loading lever and barrel lug and below the serial number on the frame and trigger guard. The "O" marking generally meant that the revolver was designated for special finish and handling. The full serial number, "8546" is stamped in small numerals on the loading lever, bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, on the side of the cylinder and on the underside of the cylinder arbor pin. All of the visible serial numbers match. The wedge is not serial numbered. BBL: 7 1/2 inch Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/case hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 8546 Condition: Good. The revolver has a silver-gray patina on the barrel, loading lever, frame and cylinder. There is scattered light pitting on the barrel, loading lever and frame. The sides of the hammer have moderate flash pitting. The cylinder shows only traces of the Ranger and Indian fight scene and none of the "U.S. M. R." and "COLT'S PATENT" markings. The serial number is clear. The single safety pin has been flattened and the percussion nipples and rear face of the cylinder have moderate flash pitting. The brass trigger guard and back strap retain 50% of the silver plated finish. The one-piece walnut grip is in very good overall condition with moderate handling marks. The serial numbers and markings on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap are clear. The action is tight and functions well. This is a solid example of a Colt First Model Dragoon revolver.
Thumbnail 3184 Civil War Colt U.S. Contract Model 1860 Army Revolver with Non-Factory Attachable Stock Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,000.00 This is a fine example of a Colt U.S. Civil War Contract Model 1860 Army revolver that was manufactured in 1862. The revolver has a "three-screw" frame with cuts in the recoil shield to accept the attachable shoulder stock yokes and a notch in the bottom of the back strap to accept the stock bottom clamp. The frame is not fitted with the additional two screws designed to engage the notches in the lower edges of the stock yokes. The revolver is accompanied by a replacement, reproduction attachable shoulder stock for a Model 1860 Army revolver. The revolver has a military blue barrel, rebated cylinder and back strap. The loading lever, frame and hammer have a color case hardened finish and the trigger guard is brass. The revolver has a one-piece, oil finished walnut grip. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the legend "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. "COLTS/PATENT" is roll stamped in two lines on the left side of the frame. The barrel lug is stamped with a single letter "C" Ordnance Sub-Inspection mark on the left side and a "T" Sub-Inspection mark on the right. A "C" is stamped on the forward part of the cylinder and a "T" is stamped on the rebated section. "C" is stamped on the top of the back strap. "R" is stamped on the left heel of the grip and on the trigger guard behind the bow. A script, three-initial Ordnance Sub-Inspection mark is stamped on the lower left heel of the grip; the initials are enclosed in a rectangle with rounded ends. The right heel of the grip is stamped with the Ordnance Final Inspection mark which consist to two script initials surrounded by a rectangle with rounded ends. The rebated cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT NO/PAT.SEPT. 10th 1855". The full revolver serial number, "79217" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number "9217" is stamped on the cylinder. All of the serial numbers match. The Type Three, oil-finished walnut attachable stock has a brass yoke and buttplate. An iron sling ring is mounted on the lower tang. The stock serial number, "1880", is stamped on the underside of the tang immediately behind the yoke and on the heel of the brass buttplate. BBL: 8 inch Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 79217 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 50% plus of the original blue and casehardened finish. Significant amount of the military blue finish is present on the underside of the barrel and on the protected areas of the barrel lug. The top and sides of the barrel have a plum brown patina. There are small scattered patches of shallow pitting on the muzzle and on both sides of the barrel. The cylinder has a blue-gray patina with blue finish in protected areas. The cylinder retains about 90% of the naval scene. The cylinder safety pins are battered and the percussion nipples show light flash pitting. The back strap retains 70% of the original blue finish. The loading lever has about 75% of the casehardened finish with strong case colors. The frame and hammer have about 60% of the case colors intact. There are some small spots of flash-pitting on the left side of the frame, both recoil shields and the sides of the hammer. The brass trigger guard is in fine condition with an un-polished patina. The grip is in very fine condition and retains nearly all of the original oil finish; the Ordnance Final Inspection and Sub-Inspection marks are crisp and the grip shows minimum handling wear. The barrel, cylinder and frame markings are generally sharp. The replacement, reproduction stock is in very good condition. The brass yoke and buttplate have a mellow aged patina. The iron components have an even silver-gray patina. The reproduction walnut stock is in very good overall condition with some scattered and very minor handling and storage marks. This is a fine example of a Civil War, U.S. Contract Model 1860 Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3185 Scarce U.S. Navy Inspected Colt Model 1851 Navy Contract Percussion Revolver with Holster Start Price: 1,900.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 3,750.00 - 6,500.00 Manufactured in 1856, this is an example of a scarce Colt Model 1851 Navy percussion revolver stamped "U.S.N./J.L.H." on the butt. These are seldom encountered in original percussion as many were converted to cartridge in 1872. The top barrel flat is marked "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY.-", and "COLTS/PATENT" over "U.S." on left side of frame. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas naval battle scene and the matching serial number. The complete matching serial number is marked on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and back strap, with the partial serial number, "8855" is marked on the arbor pin, wedge and loading lever. Standard brass cone front and hammer notch rear sight and fitted with a smooth one piece grip. Comes with a black leather flap holster marked "MADE BY/J.I. PITTMAN/N-Y" on the upper front. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 58855 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled gray patina. 80% of the cylinder scene is visible. The grip is also good with a notch cut into the right side and some scattered minor dents and dings. One of the frame pins that secures the barrel is broken off in the lug, however the barrel remains snug to the frame. The markings are clear. The action is fine. The holster is good. The eyelet on the flap hold down strap is torn, there is some minor flex wear on the flap and overall some wear and scuffs.
Thumbnail 3186 Scarce and Desirable London Tool Room Model Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 This is a First Model 1851 London Navy revolver that was manufactured in 1853. This revolver was one of the first London Navy revolvers assembled in London with parts manufactured at the Colt Hartford factory. These early London Navy revolvers are identified by British proof marks on the left side of the barrel lug and cylinder, small rounded brass trigger guards and brass back straps. The loading lever is the early pattern with the attachment screw for the rammer entering from the right side. The revolver has a commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder, casehardened loading lever, frame and hammer and brass trigger guard and back strap. The one-piece walnut grip has a varnish finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-". The left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in two lines. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLT'S PATENT No." and "Engraved by W.L. Ormsby New York". British "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proof marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and over the each chamber of the cylinder. The serial number, "87" is stamped on the loading lever, wedge, barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and cylinder arbor pin. The cylinder is numbered "007". BBL: 7 1/2 Inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/case-hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 87 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 40% of the original blue finish The barrel has most of the thinning blue finish on the side and bottom. The upper flats and contact points have a smooth silver gray patina. The cylinder has a silver gray patina and retains 95% of the naval scene. The safety pins and rear face of the cylinder is battered. The loading lever has most of the faded case colors. The casehardened finish on the frame and hammer have silvered. 25% of the casehardened finish is present in protected areas. The brass trigger guard and back strap have an untouched age patina. The grip is very fine with 80% of the original varnish finish and numerous scattered minor handling marks. The barrel and frame markings, naval scene, serial numbers, and British proof marks are crisp. This is a fine example of a very early tool room London Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver.
Thumbnail 3187 Colt London Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Upper Canada Militia Markings Start Price: 1,600.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 3,250.00 - 4,750.00 Manufactured in 1855. This revolver is one of 800 Colt London Navy revolvers purchased by the Government of Canada in 1855. 556 of these revolvers were issued to the Upper Canada militia. The left side of the grip is stamped with the unit designation "UC/D/27" (Upper Canada Militia,, Company D (First York Troop), Revolver No. 27). The revolver has the distinctive London Navy features which include the large oval iron trigger guard, iron back strap with extended hammer slot, bordered hammer knurling and high rounded screw heads. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS. COL: COLT. LONDON.-" with arrows at either end of the marking. "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT NO.22235" marking and London "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proofs and inspection marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and on the cylinder over each chamber. The full serial number is stamped on the loading lever, bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder pin and on the cylinder, with the partial number "2235" on the wedge. Brass post front, hammer notch rear sights and fitted with a varnished one piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 22235 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30% original blue finish on the barrel mixed with a smooth gray patina. The cylinder has a smooth brownish gray patina , with clear scene. The trigger guard and back strap have a smooth mottled brown patina with 25% original blue finish, mostly in the protected areas. The frame shows some original case colors on the left side, with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The grip remains fine with numerous scattered minor dings and handling marks. All markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3188 Colt London Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Scarce Lower Canadian Militia Markings Start Price: 1,900.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 3,750.00 - 5,500.00 This Colt London Model 1851 Navy revolver was manufactured in 1855. This revolver is one of 800 Colt London Navy revolvers purchased by the Government of Canada in 1855. Two hundred and fifty-five of these revolvers were issued to the lower Canada (Quebec) militia. The left side of the grip is stamped with the unit designation: "LC/D/7" ( Lower Canada Militia,, Company D (First St. Andrews Troop), Revolver No. 7). The revolver has the distinctive London Navy features which include: large oval iron trigger guard, iron back strap with extended hammer slot, bordered hammer knurling and high rounded screw heads. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS. COL: COLT. LONDON.-" with arrows at either end of the marking. "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped in two lines in the middle of the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT NO.", along with W.L. Ormsby and "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843" markings. London "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proof and inspection marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and on the cylinder over each chamber. The full serial number, 28769 is stamped on the loading lever, the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and on the cylinder. All of the serial numbers match. BBL: 7 1/2 Inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 28769 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 40% plus of the original blue and casehardened finish. The barrel has much of the bright original high polish blue finish remaining on the sides of the barrel lug and lower portions of the barrel. The balance has a smooth silver-gray patina. The cylinder has a silver-gray patina and retains nearly all of the roll-engraved naval scene. The cylinder markings are crisp. There are some scattered light flash pitting on the top of one chamber and along the rear edges of the cylinder. All of the safety pins are intact. Traces of the original blue finish are present on the trigger guard and back strap. There is some fine pitting on the grip strap and back strap. The hammer, loading lever and frame retain 60-70% of the original casehardened finish with strong case colors. The one-piece walnut grip is very fine with crisp Lower Canada markings. About 80% of the original varnish finish remains intact. The Colt markings and British proof marks on the barrel and frame are sharp. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. This is a fine example of a London Model 1851 Navy revolver with Lower Canada Militia markings.
Thumbnail 3189 Rare Flap Holster, with Model 1851 Colt Canadian Militia Attribution Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Black leather construction, with a brass flap stud, leather tie-down strap on the main body, and a canted belt loop on the rear. No makers markings are visible. Notes from the consignor attribute this holster to the upper or lower Canadian Militia. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with some mild scuffing and cracks.
Thumbnail 3190 Outstanding Cased Colt Baby Dragoon Revolver Start Price: 7,000.00High Bid: 15,000.00Estimate: 14,000.00 - 22,500.00 This is a very fine original example of a Colt Model 1848 Pocket (Baby Dragoon) Revolver that was manufactured c. 1849. This Baby Dragoon revolver features a five-shot cylinder with rectangular cylinder stop slots roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene. The barrel has no provision for a loading lever and there is no loading cut-out in the barrel lug. The barrel and cylinder are blue, the frame and hammer are casehardened and the trigger guard and back strap are silver plated. The one piece walnut grip has a varnished 'piano' finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS SAML COLT/NEW-YORK CITY" in two lines. "COLTS/PATENT" is stamped in small letters on the left side of the frame. The full serial number, "13297" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number, "297" is stamped on the wedge and cylinder arbor pin. All of the visible serial numbers match. The revolver is contained in a Colt American style factory mahogany case with five compartments lined with red velvet. The case contains: (1) 1848 Pocket Model flask with embossed eagles on both sides of the flask body; the flask lacks the "COLTS/PATENT" marks and Colt revolver in the eagles talons found on some 1849 Pocket Model flasks. (2) Brass double cavity Model 1849 bullet mold for round and conical balls; the top of the mold has "COLTS/PATENT" stamped across the top of the blocks. (3) Early Eley Brothers green label 100 cap tin of percussion caps for "COLT'S PT/Belt and Pocket/PISTOLS" (4) blued screw-driver/nipple wrench with sloping shoulders and square cut to nipple barrel. The Colt Baby Dragoon was the first pocket model revolver manufactured at the Colt Hartford factory. Only about 15,000 of these diminutive copies of the Colt Dragoon revolvers were manufactured between 1847 and 1850. High condition factory cased Baby Dragoon revolvers like this example are scarce and very desirable. BBL: 4.0 Inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 13297 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 60% plus of the original blue and casehardened finish and shows little firing wear. The barrel has most of the original high polish blue finish with scattered small patches of finish loss or flaking. The finish on the cylinder has faded to a blue-gray patina. Nearly all of the crisp cylinder scene is intact. The cylinder pins are in fine condition and the percussion nipples have only light flash pitting. At least 85% of the dove-gray casehardened finish is present on the frame and hammer. 90% of the original silver plated finish remains on the trigger guard and back strap. The grip is excellent with no visible handling wear and almost all of the varnished piano finish. The barrel and frame markings are crisp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. The case exterior is in very good condition with only a few very minor cracks and minimal handling and storage wear, The case interior is very good. The lining has the usual oil stains and compression marks from contact with the revolver and accessories. The flask is very good. The body has sharp embossing and no dents. The copper body and brass top have never been polished and have an attractive patina. The bullet mold is in very fine condition with an attractive patina. The markings are crisp and the only wear is some shallow dents on the face of the mold. The cap tin is in good condition, all of the green paper label is intact and the body of the tin retains most of the brown lacquer finish. The screwdriver/nipple wrench is in very good condition with about 50% of the original blue finish. This is an outstanding example of a factory cased Colt Baby Dragoon revolver with all of the original accessories.
Thumbnail 3191 Copy of a Colt Paterson Belt Model Revolver No. 2 with Brass Percussion Capper Start Price: 3,250.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 6,500.00 - 9,500.00 This is a mid-20th Century produced copy of a Colt Paterson Belt Model Revolver No. 2. This revolver has a medium size frame, early square-back five-shot cylinder, and 3 inch .34 caliber barrel. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "- Patent Arms M'g. Co. Paterson, NJ. Colt's Pt." reading from the breech to the muzzle. The cylinder is roll-stamped with the centaur scene. The hammer has a smooth spur. The serial number, "287" is stamped on the face of the trigger. The straight walnut grips have beveled heels. The revolver is accompanied by a brass capper which is similar to the cappers furnished with Colt Paterson revolvers. The face of the capper lid has a raised boss and is inscribed with two rings. The capper is unmarked and lacks the ring at the top, which was a feature of Colt Paterson cappers. Samuel Colt and his Patent Arms Manufacturing Co. manufactured approximately 3,200 revolvers at the Paterson, New Jersey factory between 1837 and 1840. The Colt Paterson revolvers were the first successful mass-produced revolving pistols and paved the way for subsequent Colt designs beginning with the Colt Walker Model revolver in 1847. The survival rate of Colt Paterson revolvers is very low and any example is rare and very desirable, thus making this copy a good substitute in ones collection!. BBL: 3 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 34 Percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 287 Condition: Fair. The barrel legend is sharp. The roll-engraved centaur scene on the cylinder is faint. The barrel, frame and cylinder have an artificial dark gray patina. The barrel, frame and hammer have shallow acid etching. The cylinder has moderate pitting. The walnut grips are good. The brass capper has an attractive patina; the outside spring is pitted. This is a solid example of a copy of a rare Colt Paterson Belt Model Revolver No. 2.
Thumbnail 3192 Rare, Factory Engraved Colt Pocket Cartridge Conversion Revolver Start Price: 4,000.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 8,000.00 - 12,000.00 This is a rare example of a Factory Engraved Colt Model of Navy Caliber revolver with Mason-Richard cartridge conversion and ejector manufactured between 1873 and 1875. The revolver has a blue barrel and cylinder, casehardened frame and hammer and silver-plated brass trigger guard and back strap. The one-piece walnut grip has a high polish varnish finish. The revolver is factory engraved with the late production vine scrollwork described by R.L. Wilson in "THE BOOK OF COLT ENGRAVING VOLUME ONE". A Colt Model 1862 Police revolver with very similar factory engraving is illustrated on page 273 of "THE BOOK OF COLT ENGRAVING VOLUME ONE". The Colt designation for engraving "E" is stamped on the barrel lug, frame and back strap next to the serial number. "IE" is stamped below the serial number on the trigger guard. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLTS PATENT". "COLTS/PATENT" is engraved in a panel on the left side of the frame. "36 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The "6" has been over-stamped to "8". The full serial number, "41361", is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame and trigger guard. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "1361". The back strap is serial numbered "42955/E". The engraving on the back strap matches the engraving on the rest of the revolver. In "THE BOOK OF COLT FIREARMS", R.L. Wilson notes that Colt Pocket Model Navy revolvers with "engraved decorations" are extremely rare. BBL: 4 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 CF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 41361 Condition: Fine as assembled (See above). The revolver retains 30% of the original finish. Traces of the original blue finish are present on the barrel and cylinder, most of the barrel and cylinder have aged to a smooth dark patina. The case colors on the hammer and frame have a dark silver-gray patina. The trigger guard and back strap retain 40% of the tarnished silver plated finish. The engraving on the barrel, frame and hammer is crisp and deep. The cylinder retains 90% of the roll-engraved stage hold-up scene. The grip is excellent with nearly all of the original varnish and only very minor handling wear. This is a fine example of a rare factory engraved Colt Pocket Navy Conversion revolver.
Thumbnail 3193 U.S. Navy Colt Model 1861 Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 U.S. Navy Colt Model 1861 Navy revolver manufactured in 1862 and converted to .38 Centerfire for the U.S. Navy by Colt between 1873 and 1876 using the Richards-Mason conversion. The revolver has a military blue finish on the barrel, ejector and cylinder, casehardened frame, hammer, conversion ring and loading gate and brass trigger guard and back strap. The one-piece grip is oil-finished walnut. The right side of the barrel lug is fitted with a Mason type ejector housing. The face of the ejector head is stamped with concentric rings. The loading lever hole in the barrel lug has been plugged. The cylinder is fitted with a Richards center-fire conversion ring and loading gate with external spring. The percussion hammer has been converted to center-fire with a screw-in cone-type firing pin. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "- ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped "-PAT. JULY.25. 1871-/-PAT. JULY. 2. 1972.-" in two lines over the original "COLTS/PATENT" marking. The left shoulder of the trigger guard is stamped "36 CAL". The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT NO.". The underside of the barrel is stamped with the New York Navy Yard conversion inspector's stamp "R.W.M./Anchor.". The original serial number, "9076" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and the back of the loading gate. The cylinder is stamped with the original serial number "4195" and the conversion serial number "9076". All of the visible serial numbers match. The U.S. Navy Richards-Mason conversions are important variations of the Colt Model 1861 Navy revolvers. Purchased by U.S. Navy in limited numbers during the Civil War and converted to cartridge configuration in the 1870s, these revolvers remained in service until they were eventually replaced by the Colt .38 DA revolver in the 1890s. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 Colt CF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 9076 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30% of the original blue and casehardened finish remains with the balance of the revolver having a dark age patina. Significant amounts of the original blue finish are present on protected areas of the barrel and ejector housing. The cylinder retains nearly all of the roll-engraved naval scene. The frame, hammer, conversion ring and loading gate have small amounts of the original casehardened finish in protected areas. The brass trigger guard and back strap have traces of protective lacquern with the balance has an attractive age patina. The barrel marking are faint. The 1871/1872 patent markings, serial numbers and Navy inspection marks are sharp. The grip has moderate handling wear and is in very good condition. The action is crisp and functions well. This is a fine original example of a U.S. Navy Colt Model 1861 Navy revolver with Richards conversion and inspection marks.
Thumbnail 3194 Colt Model 1862 Police Cartridge Conversion Revolver with Ivory Grip Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 This is an example of a Colt Model 1862 Cartridge conversion revolver manufactured circa 1873-1875. The revolver is a Richards-Mason .38 rimfire conversion with round barrel and ejector and round cylinder. The revolver has a nickel plated finish and is fitted with an ivory grip. The barrel lug has a plugged loading lever hole and is fitted with a small frame Richards-Mason ejector housing. The face of the ejector head is stamped with concentric rings. The hammer is fitted with a rimfire firing pin and the spur has bordered knurling. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped "PAT. JULY, 25, 1871./PAT, JULY, 2, 1972." in two lines. "36 CAL" is stamped on the left side of the trigger guard. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLTS PATENT". The full serial number, "5112" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "918". The back of the loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "106". The mis-matched cylinder and assembly numbers that do not match the serial number are occasionally found on round cylinder Model 1862 cartridge conversions. BBL: 6 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: nickel Grips: ivory Serial Number: 5112 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 80% of the original period nickel plated finish. There is handling wear on the ejector housing, trigger guard and back strap. The right side of the frame has some minor flaking. The markings on the barrel and frame are crisp. The cylinder retains nearly all of the Stagecoach Holdup scene. The ivory grip is in very fine condition. The grip has attractively yellowed from age and shows only minor age shrinkage. This is an attractive example of a Model 1862 cartridge conversion revolver.
Thumbnail 3195 London Marked Thuer Style Conversion Colt 1849 Pocket Model Revolver with Percussion Cylinder Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 8,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 This is an example of a professionally refurbished Colt Thuer style Conversion London Pocket Model 1849 revolver with matching percussion cylinder and complete five-piece Thuer cartridge loading fixture. The revolver has a high polish blue finish on the barrel, trigger guard, back strap and both five-shot cylinders. The loading lever, frame and hammer have a case hardened finish. The one-piece walnut grips have a high gloss, piano finish. The right side of the barrel lug has the modified loading channel found on Thuer conversions. The revolver has the iron trigger guard and back strap, rounded screw heads and bordered hammer spur knurling that are typical of London Model 1849 Pocket revolvers. Both cylinders are roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLTS PATENT". British "Crown/V" and "Crown/CP" inspection and proof marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug, above each chamber on both cylinders and on the rear face of the Thuer conversion ring. The full serial number "9001" is stamped on the loading lever, wedge, cylinder arbor pin, the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap and on both cylinders. All of the visible serial numbers match. The assembly number, "57" is stamped on the rear face of the Thuer conversion ring and on the rear face of the conversion cylinder. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the two-line legend "{ADDRESS COL COLT:/LONDON:}". "COLTS/PATENT" is roll-stamped in two lines on the left side of the frame. "31 CAL" is roll-stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The conversion ring ejector flat is hand-engraved with a script "E". "PAT. SEP/15 1868" is stamped in two lines on the conversion ring to the left of the ejector flat. The Thuer cartridge loading fixture is stamped with the revolver serial number "9001" and British view and proof marks. Thuer conversion revolvers are the rarest and most sought after Colt cartridge conversions. Model 1849 Pocket Revolvers are the rarest of the Colt Thuer conversions. BBL: 6.0 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 Finish: blue/case hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 9001 Condition: Very fine as professionally custom. The revolver retains at least 95% of the custom blue and case hardened finish. The hammer and frame have no flash-pitting or firing wear. All of the safety pins are intact on the percussion cylinder and the percussion nipples and cylinder face are free from flash pitting. Both cylinders retain all of the roll-engraved markings and Stagecoach Holdup scene. Finish loss on the blued components is limited to some very minor handling wear on high points and edges. The case hardened components retain nearly all of the case colors. All of the restored markings and British proof marks are crisp. The walnut grip is in excellent condition although the varnish has some minor crazing cased by long contact with a case. The rare Thuer cartridge loading fixture and other components are in the same excellent condition as the revolver. This is a representative example of a London Thuer Conversion style Colt Model 1849 Pocket Model Revolver with cartridge loading fixture and spare percussion cylinder.
Thumbnail 3196 Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver with Ivory Grips Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1861 with the barrel subsequently shortened to its current length of 3 inches and converted to the 38 rimfire cartridge. The rear of the 5-shot cylinder, which is engraved with a stagecoach holdup scene, has been removed. A breech plate with a loading gate has been installed and the hammer is equipped with a rimfire extension added to the left side. The loading lever has been removed with slot filled and the hole left open. Brass blade front and hammer notch rear sight. The top barrel flat is marked with the one line New York address and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, two patent date marking. Matching serial number on barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap, with partial number "314" on the cylinder. The wedge is un-numbered and the serial number on the cylinder pin has been removed. Fitted with a one-piece smooth ivory grip. BBL: 3 3/8 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: nickel/silver Grips: ivory Serial Number: 1314 Condition: Very fine with 85% of the nickel finish remaining. The back strap retains the silver plating on the butt, with an aged patina on the exposed brass. The trigger guard retains 70% silver plating with scattered flaking and pin prick blistering. The slightly undersized grip is fine with an attractive patina on the left side and a light patina with age cracks on the right side. The cylinder scene and markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3197 Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver with Scarce Three-Inch Barrel Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,500.00 This is a fine example of a Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy cartridge conversion revolver that was manufactured circa. 1873-1875. This revolver is one of the very few known Model 1862 Pocket Navy cartridge conversion revolvers manufactured with three-inch barrels. An example of this rare revolver is described and illustrated on pages 341-342 of "A STUDY OF COLT CONVERSIONS" by R. Bruce McDowell. McDowell states Model 1862 Pocket Navy revolvers with three-inch barrels are "extremely rare" and that only nine authentic specimens have been identified. He notes most of the known 3-inch Pocket Navy conversions are in the 20,400-21,100 serial number range including serial numbers 20,484, 20,675, 20,706, 21,001, 21,065 and 21,068. The revolver has the Colt commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder. The frame, hammer and conversion ring have a case hardened finish. The brass trigger guard and back strap are silver plated and the one-piece walnut grip has a varnish finish. The revolver is not fitted with an ejector rod or loading gate. The barrel lug has a plugged loading lever hole. The left side of the hammer has a rimfire firing pin secured by two rivets. The hammer spur is bordered and knurled. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" in one line. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped "-PAT. JULY.25.1871-/-PAT. JULY.2. 1872.-" in two lines. "36 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLTS PATENT". The full serial number, "20785", is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the original serial number "8054" and the partial serial number "0785". All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 3 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: blue/case hardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 20785 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 60% plus of the original blue and case hardened finish. The barrel has a number of shallow dents in the right side of the barrel lug surrounding the wedge. The cylinder retains nearly all of the Stagecoach Holdup scene. The trigger guard and back strap have 40% of the silver plated finish. The grip is in fine condition. Wear is limited to several minor handling marks; nearly all of the high gloss varnish finish is intact. The frame markings and serial numbers are sharp. The action is crisp and functions well. This is a very fine example of an extremely scarce Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver with three-inch barrel.
Thumbnail 3198 Colt Model 1862 Cartridge Conversion Revolver Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 This is an example of a Colt Model 1862 Police revolver with Richards-Mason conversion that was manufactured circa.1873-1875. The revolver has a converted round percussion cylinder. The barrel has a plugged loading lever hole and the right side of lug is fitted with a small frame Richards-Mason ejector housing. The face of the ejector head has concentric rings. The hammer has a rimfire firing pin and spur with bordered knurling. The loading gate has an internal spring. The barrel is fitted with a high, brass pin front sight. The revolver has the Colt commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder. The conversion ring, loading gate hammer and frame have a case hardened finish. The brass trigger guard and back strap are silver plated and the one-piece walnut grip has a high polish "piano" finish. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped with the original "COLTS/PATENT" marking found on early conversion revolvers. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLT'S PATENT". "36 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The serial number, "3648" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "648". All of the visible serial numbers match. The back of the loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "3744". BBL: 6 1/2 inch Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 3648 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 60% of the original finish. Most of the high polish blue finish is present on the barrel. The ejector housing has more wear and has several spots of light pitting. The cylinder has a silver-gray patina and retains nearly all of the Stagecoach Holdup scene. The hammer, conversion ring and loading gate have most of the original casehardened finish. The case colors on the loading gate and on the left side of the frame are thin with a silver-gray patina. The brass trigger guard and back strap have traces of the silver-plated finish in protected areas. The walnut grip is in very good condition and retains nearly 90% of the original varnish finish; wear is limited to one shallow scratch and several minor dents on the left side of the grip. The markings on the barrel, frame and cylinder are sharp. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. This is a fine example of a Model 1862, Cartridge Conversion revolver.
Thumbnail 3199 Scarce U.S. Colt First Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 This is a nice representative example of a scarce U.S. Colt First Model Dragoon revolver that was manufactured in 1849. The revolver has the distinctive First Model oval cylinder stops and brass square back trigger guard. The top of the barrel flat is marked: "{ADDRESS SAMl COLT NEW-YORK CITY}" reading from the breech to the muzzle. The left side of the frame is marked "COLT'S/PATENT/U.S." The cylinder is roll engraved with the Ranger and Indian fight scene as well as the standard markings and serial number. There is a small inspection letter "N" on the cylinder, left side of the frame, top rear of the barrel and top of the back strap, an "A" on the trigger guard and a "G" on the left side of the loading lever and top of the back strap and an "A" and "K" ahead of the trigger guard bow. The complete matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and back strap, with the partial number "638" on the loading lever and cylinder pin. The wedge is mis-matched (336). The revolver is fitted with smooth one-piece walnut grip with clear boxed "WAT" cartouche on the right side and unreadable on the left side. Colt manufactured approximately 5,000 First Model Dragoons. BBL: 7 1/2 inch part octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 6638 Condition: Very good plus. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled gray patina. The cylinder scene is faint with 50% visible. The brass has an aged patina. The grip has been refinished and remains very good with faint, but legible cartouches and a few minor dings. Unless noted above, the markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3200 Early Production Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy Revolver Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 Manufactured in 1861, the first year of production. The Model 1862 was the last of the Colt percussion revolvers. The top of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA", "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame and "36 CAL" on the left trigger guard shoulder. The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, wedge (386), cylinder (386), and arbor pin. The loading lever is un-numbered. Stagecoach holdup scene roll engraved on the rebated cylinder. Blue barrel and cylinder, casehardened loading lever, frame and hammer and silver plated brass trigger guard and back strap. Fitted with smooth one-piece varnished walnut grips. Colt manufactured approximately 19,000 of these revolvers and many were used for metallic conversion making them scarce today in original configuration. BBL: 5 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1386 Condition: Very good. The barrel retains 20% original blue finish, mainly concentrated on the protected lower flats. The cylinder has a gray patina with a small amount of flash pitting on the front edge, a few minor dings and most of the scene visible. The loading lever and frame have a smooth mottled brown patina. The trigger guard and back strap have a mellow aged patina with strong traces of the original silver plating in the protected areas of the bow. The revarnished grip is good with a small chip on the right toe, some lower edge wear and a few minor dents and scratches. The markings are clear. There is some forward and backward play in the cylinder, otherwise the action is fine.
Thumbnail 3201 Civil War U.S. Inspected Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured on contract by the U.S. Government in 1862. The revolver has the three screw frame cut for a shoulder stock and iron back strap. The top of the barrel has the standard one line New York address, with "COLTS / PATENT" on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas naval battle scene and stamped with two inspector initials and the partial serial number (2765). Inspector initial "H" also found on the bottom of the grip, top of the back strap and on the brass trigger guard. Matching serial number on barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap, with the partial serial number, "2765", on the cylinder and a mismatched wedge (1774). Fitted with an original oil finished walnut grip stamped with a clear cartouche on each side. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 62765 Condition: Very good. The revolver has a smooth untouched dark brown patina, with some overall scattered minor spotting. The trigger guard has a smooth darkened aged patina. Much of the cylinder scene remains. The grip is very fine with correct raised feathered wood grain, lightly scratched in letters on the left side, a few minor chips and a few small areas of white paint residue. The cartouches are excellent. Mechanically needs work as the hammer does not hold at the full cock position and the cylinder does not rotate when the hammer is cocked. This U.S. Civil War Colt Model 1860 revolver truly has that distinctive out-of-the attic appearance and would add to any Civil War or Colt collection very nicely!
Thumbnail 3202 Colt Model 1851 London Navy Revolver with Australian Markings Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,250.00 Manufactured in 1866. The revolver has the large oval iron trigger guard, iron back strap and bordered hammer knurling. The top barrel flat is marked "-ADDRESS COL COLT. LONDON.-". "COLTS/PATENT" is restamped on the left side of the frame. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT NO.4530" marking and London "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" proof and inspection marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and on the cylinder over each chamber. The right side of the barrel lug is marked with a broad arrow over "Q G". (Reportedly, this an Australian Queensland marking). The full serial number is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, with the partial number "94530" on the wedge. The barrel will not separate from the frame, so writer was unable to check the arbor pin. Brass post front, hammer notch rear sights and fitted with a varnished one piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagonal Stock: Gauge: 36 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 194530 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled gray patina. There are a few minor dings on the cylinder and the scene is about 50% visible. The reoiled grip is also very good with a few minor chips along the bottom edges and overall a few minor dings and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3203 Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,800.00 Manufactured during the Civil War in 1862. This is a fine original example of a Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver. The top barrel flat is marked with the New York U.S. America address, with "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame. The 6 round cylinder is roll engraved with the stagecoach holdup scene and marked "COLT'S PATENT/No 13425". The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap, with the partial number, "3425" on the loading lever and arbor pin, and "13398" on the wedge. The upper left rear of the trigger guard is marked with the number "7". Fitted with a one piece varnished grip. BBL: 4 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 213425 Condition: Fine. The barrel retains 90% original blue finish with a number of minor dents and dings, and some minor spotting at the breech end, some edge wear and some thinning. The cylinder is absent of blue and has a smooth gray patina overall with clear scene and marking. The hammer and loading lever have a smooth mottled gray patina. The frame retains 50% original case colors on the left side, and 20% on the right, with a smooth brownish gray patina on the balance. The trigger guard and back strap retain 60% original silver plating, mostly on the front strap and trigger guard, which is darkening with age. The exposed brass has an aged patina. The grip is excellent with 95% original varnish, some lower edge wear and a few small minor dents and dings. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3204 Very Fine, Late Production, Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 6,000.00 This is a very fine example of a Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver that was manufactured in the final year of production; 1873. The revolver has the Colt high polish commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder. The loading lever, frame and hammer have a casehardened finish. The brass trigger guard and back strap have a silver plated finish. The one-piece walnut grip is varnished. The hammer has a bordered, knurled spur, the five-shot cylinder has five safety pins and the barrel has a uniquely crowned muzzle (writer cannot recall ever seeing this feature) and beveled loading cut-out. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the final legend "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" in one line. "COLTS/PATENT" is roll-stamped on the left side of the frame and "31CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The five-shot cylinder is roll-engraved with the Stagecoach Holdup scene and "COLTS PATENT". The full serial number, "332602" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number "602" is stamped on the cylinder. All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 4 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 332602 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 75% of the original blue and casehardened finish. The sides of the barrel lug have small dents and scratches from removal of the wedge. The cylinder has 75% of the blue finish intact and retains nearly all of the Holdup scene. The percussion nipples have no flash pitting and all of the cylinder safety pins are remarkably intact and free from battering. The frame hammer and loading lever retain 60% of the casehardened finish. Only traces of the silver plated finish remain on protected areas of the trigger guard and back strap. The walnut grip is in excellent condition with nearly 95% of the original varnish; wear is limited to very minor numerous dings on right butt. All of the markings are crisp. The action is excellent. This is a very fine example of a Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver from the last year of production.
Thumbnail 3205 Scarce War Department Marked Colt British Military Contract London Model 1851 Navy Revolver Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 6,000.00 This is a fine example of a Colt London Model 1851 Navy revolver that was manufactured in 1855. This is one of 23,500 Colt London Navy revolvers purchased by the British War Department for issue to the Royal Navy and the British Army during the Crimean War. The revolver has a high polish blue finish on the barrel, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap, casehardened frame, hammer and loading lever and varnished, one-piece walnut grip. The revolver has the distinctive London Navy large oval steel trigger guard, steel back strap with long hammer notch, bordered and knurled hammer spur and round head screws. The left side of the barrel lug is stamped with the War Department "Broad Arrow" property mark above "W D". The British military proof mark consisting of a "Crown/VR/crossed pennants/P" is stamped on the left side of the barrel lug below the "WD" property mark. "Crown/V" and "Crown/GP" London proof and inspection marks are stamped on the left side of the barrel lug and on the cylinder chambers. A "Crown/15" inspection mark is stamped on the left side of the grip heel. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped "ADDRESS COL: COLT. LONDON.-" with arrows on either end of the marking. The left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT" in two lines. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas navy battle scene, "COLTS PATENT No" and "Engraved by W.L. Ormsby New York". The front edge of the cylinder is engraved "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843". The full serial number, "24453", is stamped on the loading lever, the bottom of the barrel lug, trigger guard, back strap and cylinder arbor pin. The cylinder is numbered "29232" and the wedge is numbered "6477". The British military London Navy revolvers saw hard service during the Crimean War and in colonial warfare around the globe; relatively few of these revolvers are found in American collections. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagonal Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 24453 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 40% of the original blue and casehardened finish. The barrel has 60% of the original blue with moderate handling wear, The cylinder, trigger guard and back strap have a silver-gray patina. The loading lever, frame and hammer retain 40-50% of the faded case colors. The cylinder has some scattered light pitting and retains most of the naval scene. All of the cylinder safety pins are intact. The walnut grip is in very good condition with numerous light handling and storage marks. All of the markings and serial numbers are clear. The condition of the cylinder matches the rest of the revolver perfectly indicating that it was probably switched during the service life of the weapon. This is a fine, attractive example of a scarce and historic British military Colt London Model 1851 Navy revolver.
Thumbnail 3206 U.S. Colt Dragoon Second Model Percussion Revolver with Inscription Start Price: 1,900.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 3,750.00 - 5,500.00 This is a solid example of a U.S. contract Colt 2nd Model Dragoon percussion revolver. This revolver has the distinctive square back trigger guard of the Second Model, however has the oval cylinder stops and appears to be a period replacement, renumbered quite some time ago to match the gun. The top barrel flat is marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY" and the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT/U.S.". The matching serial number is marked on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap and arbor pin. The loading lever is un-numbered and the wedge mis-matched. There is the letter "o" above the barrel serial number and below the frame and trigger guard number. In addition there is a small "K" on the trigger guard and an "A" on the arbor pin. The butt is period inscribed "JLD". At least part of the government contract for 1,000 Army revolvers, dated February 4, 1850 was believed to have been filled from the Second Model production. The revolver had a casehardened frame and loading lever, the remaining metal surfaces blue and the brass, being a military contract, was left unfinished. Blade front and hammer notch rear sights and fitted with a one-piece smooth walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 8578 Condition: Good. Refinished quite some time ago, with a dark patina on the metal surfaces, showing overall scattered minor pitting. The brass has a natural, untouched aged patina. There is no visible cylinder scene and a small portion of the markings show some pitting, however are legible. The action timing is a hair out of time, but functions fine.
Thumbnail 3207 Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 Manufactured in 1856. The top barrel flat is marked with the one line New York city address, and "COLTS/PATENT" on left side of frame. The lower left side of the barrel lug is marked with the number "2", an "X" on the left trigger guard shoulder and "K" on the upper left front of the trigger guard bow. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas naval battle scene. The complete matching serial number is marked on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and back strap, with the partial serial number, "2712" marked on the arbor pin, wedge and loading lever. Standard brass cone front and hammer notch rear sight with a period non-factory installed fixed sight dovetailed at the breech end of the barrel. Fitted with a smooth one piece grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 52712 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth gray patina. The brass has a natural aged patina with strong traces of original silver plating in the protected areas. The grip is very good with patches of varnish remaining. The cylinder scene and markings are clear. The action is very good.
Thumbnail 3208 Early Production Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured in 1861, the first year of production. The top of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S.AMERICA", the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT", and one cylinder flute is marked "PAT. SEPT. 10th 1850". The left trigger guard shoulder is marked "36 CAL". The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder pin and wedge. Brass cone front and hammer notch rear sights; the barrel and cylinder were blue, the frame, loading lever, and hammer casehardened and the trigger guard and back strap silver plated brass. Fitted with a smooth one piece varnished walnut grip. BBL: 61/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 8317 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a brownish gray patina with traces of original blue finish present in the cylinder flutes and some minor pitting on the muzzle and some minor oxidation on the cylinder. The trigger guard and back strap retain 50% original silver plating with an aged patina on the exposed brass. The grip is good with a few minor chips and minor wear along the lower edges and a few minor dents. The loading lever needs work, it doesn't ratchet properly. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3209 Custom Cased Colt London Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Extra Cylinder and Accessories Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured in 1855. This revolver has the distinctive steel back strap and large oval trigger guard. The hammer spur has the bordered knurling found on London Navy hammers. The top barrel flat is marked "ADDRESS COL COLT LONDON" with inward pointing arrows and the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT". The left side of the barrel flat ahead of the wedge is marked with a "crown/V" and "crown/GP" proof marks. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas Navy battle scene and marked with the crown "V" and "GP" proof alternating between the nipple recesses. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder, loading lever and arbor pin, with the partial number "769" on the wedge. The barrel, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap were blue, the loading lever, frame and hammer casehardened. Fitted with a smooth replacement one-piece burl walnut grip. Complete in a 20th Century relined wooden case with brass disk on the lid inscribed "JM" and wine colored velvet lining with directions for loading and reproduction cleaning label affixed to the inside of the lid. In the case is an extra cylinder re-numbered to match the gun, with roll engraved naval battle scene and alternating "crown/V" and "crown/GP" proof marks, bag shaped Dixon powder flask, Eley Bros. cap tin, key, two cavity iron bullet mold with "COLT'S/PATENT" marked sprue cutter and "36B" on one arm, a nickel oiler and a few lead conical and round balls. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 31769 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a brown patina with some wear on the edges of the octagon barrel. The grip is fine with a number of dents on the bottom right side, half of the varnish and a few light dents and scratches. The cylinder scene is faint but visible and the markings are clear. The action is excellent. The case is good with a minor crack running the width of the bottom and a few minor scratches. The lining shows some heavy wear and tearing in the area of the grip, otherwise very good with some light contact wear and a few stains. The flask is very good with a couple mild dents, the cap tin is good with some chipping of the black paint, the oiler is about good with a couple minor dents and some moderate pitting, the mold has a smooth mottled grayish patina and the extra cylinder has a smooth brown patina with 80% scene remaining and clear markings.
Thumbnail 3210 Scarce Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver with Fluted Cylinder Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 9,500.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 6,000.00 Manufactured in 1861, this revolver is one of only about 4,000 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolvers manufactured with the full fluted cylinder. These revolvers appear in the first 8,000 serial numbers and have a four-screw frame with recoil shields cut for an attachable shoulder stock. Brass trigger guard and iron back strap. The grips are smooth one-piece walnut. The usual patent marking in one cylinder flute is absent. The top of the barrel is marked "-ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA." and "COLT'S/PATENT" is stamped on left side of the frame. There is a small letter "R" stamped on the bottom of the barrel directly ahead of the loading lever slot and an "L" on the left trigger guard shoulder. All serial numbers match, including wedge and cylinder pin. Blade front and hammer notch rear sights, and fitted with one-piece smooth walnut grip with a visible cartouche on the right side and a very faint one on the left side. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 3129 Condition: Good. The revolver has a crisp, bright metal appearance. The trigger guard has been cleaned some time ago and is beginning to take on an aged patina. The grip is good with some rounding of the lower edges, as well as a few minor chips along the lower edges, and overall a few minor dings and handling marks. Unless noted above, the markings are readable. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3211 Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 6,500.00 Manufactured in 1859. The revolver has the round brass trigger guard and rectangular cylinder stops found on Third Model Dragoons. The top flat of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-", the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT", the left upper front of the trigger guard is marked with a small "B" and the left shoulder "G". The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Ranger and Indian fight scene, (faint) and "MODEL U.S.M.R./COLT'S PATENT" legend, (barely visible), and the matching serial number. The complete matching serial number is stamped on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap, and the partial number "8059" on the loading lever, wedge and arbor pin. Standard brass blade front sight and hammer notch rear sight and fitted with smooth one-piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch part octagon Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 18059 Condition: Very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled dark brown patina with a few minor dings on the barrel and abrasive scratches on the left side of the frame. The brass appears to have been cleaned some time ago and now has a dull aged patina with strong traces of original silver in the protected areas of the trigger guard bow. The grip has been freshened with a light coat of varnish and remains good with some lower edge wear and some scattered minor dings and scratches. Unless noted above, the markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3212 Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,250.00 This fine Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver was manufactured after the Civil War, in 1867. The revolver has a commercial blue finish on the barrel and cylinder, casehardened loading lever, frame and hammer, silver-plated brass back strap and trigger guard and one-piece varnished walnut grip. This late Fourth Model Navy revolver has a large rounded brass trigger guard, thick loading lever catch, capping channel in the recoil shield cut-out, beveled loading cut-out in the barrel lug and knurled, bordered and underlined hammer spur. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". The left side of the frame is stamped "COLTS/PATENT" in two lines and "36 CAL" is stamped on the left shoulder of the trigger guard. The cylinder is roll-engraved with the Texas navy battle scene and "COLTS PATENT No". "ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843" is stamped along the forward edge of the cylinder. The full serial number, "200080" is stamped on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number, "0080" is stamped on the cylinder. The loading lever is not serial numbered. All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 200080 Condition: Very good. The revolver retains 50% of the original blue finish. There are small dents and scratches around the wedge slots on either side of the barrel lug. The cylinder retains most of the naval scene. The cylinder pins are battered. The loading lever, frame and hammer retain 30% of the faded case colors. Traces of the silver plated finish are present on protected areas of the trigger guard and back strap. The brass has a mellow, untouched patina. The slightly undersize grip has been re-finished and is in good condition with minor handling wear. The markings on the barrel, frame and cylinder are crisp. The action is tight and functions well. This is a very good example of a late production, post-Civil War, Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver.
Thumbnail 3213 Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 The top of the barrel is marked "-ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-" and the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT". The cylinder is roll engraved with the naval battle scene. The left side of the Factory replacement barrel, near the wedge screw is marked with a military inspector small "M". The barrel, wedge and cylinder are un-numbered (never have been serialized replacements), the arbor pin is marked "500" and the frame, (169500), trigger guard, (18793), and back strap, (169508) are mis-matched. Blade front and hammer notch rear sights, brass trigger guard and fitted with smooth one-piece walnut grips. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 169500 Condition: Fine as assembled with 50% original blue finish on the barrel and cylinder, (rebated portion only), with areas of smooth brown patina and a small area of minor pitting on the barrel and a smooth brownish gray patina, a small area of pitting on the cylinder, with 95% visible scene. The frame shows traces of the original case colors, mainly in the protected areas. The back strap retains 20% original blue finish, concentrated at the top and on the butt, with a brown spotted patina on the balance. The trigger guard has an aged patina. The replacement, revarnished grip is good with the varnish cracking and several dents on the bottom. The markings are clear. The action is excellent. Writer is not sure of the origin, except that it is known that a number of U.S. Colt Model 1860's were rebuilt for the Indian Wars in the Post-Civil War era.
Thumbnail 3214 Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured in 1858. The top barrel flat has the two line New York address flanked by brackets, with "COLTS /PATENT" on the left side of the frame, ".M" on the left trigger guard shoulder, and the stagecoach holdup scene on the cylinder. Complete matching serial number on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap and cylinder, with the partial number "41585" on the wedge and "1585" on the cylinder pin. Fitted with a one piece varnished grip. BBL: 6 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 141585 Condition: Fine. The barrel and cylinder retain 20% original blue finish in the protected areas, with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance of the metal surfaces. The trigger guard and back strap retain at least 95% of the original silver plating, which has darkened with age. The grip is very fine with most of the original varnish remaining and showing a few minor chips and dings. The markings are clear and all of the well defined cylinder scene is visible. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3215 First Year Production Colt Model 1862 Pocket Navy Revolver Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured in 1861, the first year of production. The Model 1862 was the last of the Colt percussion revolvers. The top of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW - YORK U.S. AMERICA", "COLTS/PATENT on the left side of the frame and "36 CAL" on the left trigger guard shoulder. The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, wedge, cylinder and arbor pin. The loading lever is un-numbered. Stagecoach holdup scene roll engraved on the rebated cylinder. Blue barrel and cylinder, casehardened loading lever, frame and hammer and silver plated brass trigger guard and back strap. Fitted with a smooth one-piece varnished walnut grip. Colt manufactured approximately 19,000 of these revolvers and many were used for metallic conversion making them scarce today in original configuration. BBL: 4 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1811 Condition: Fine. The barrel and cylinder retain 40% original blue finish with a gray and brown patina on the balance showing some minor pitting on the muzzle end of the barrel. The loading lever and frame show 30% original case colors with a smooth dark patina on the balance. The back strap and trigger guard retain much of the original very dark silver plating in the protected areas of the bow and on the top of the back strap, with a dark aged patina on the balance. The grip is fine with much of the varnish. The cylinder scene is mostly visible and the markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3216 Scarce Three Digit Number First Year Production Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver with Fluted Cylinder Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 Manufactured in 1860, this revolver is one of approximately 4,000 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolvers that were manufactured with the fluted cylinder. These revolvers appear intermittently throughout the first 8,000 serial numbers and have a four-screw frame with recoil shields and back strap heel cut for an attachable shoulder stock. Brass trigger guard and iron back strap. The grips are smooth one piece walnut. The barrel address is very faint and un-readable, as is the patent marking on the cylinder. Part of the "COLTS/PATENT" marking on the frame is visible. The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, back strap, wedge and arbor pin. Blade front and hammer notch rear sights, and fitted with one piece smooth walnut grip. No factory letter is available at time of description, but one should be ordered as many of these were shipped to the South prior to the Civil War. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 926 Condition: Good with very faint markings, with a mottled gray patina on the metal surfaces, showing some minor pitting on the muzzle and flash pitting on the cylinder, breech end of the barrel and hammer sides. There are a few minor dings on the barrel lug. The trigger guard retains 85% original silver plating, with an aged patina on the balance. The back strap has a mottled gray patina with pin prick type pitting and strong original silver at the top. The grip has also been period refinished and remains good with some wear and nicks along the bottom edges and a few minor dents and scratches. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3217 Colt Model 1861 Navy Percussion Revolver Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 Manufactured in 1863. The top of the barrel has the standard one line New York U.S. AMERICA address, "COLTS/PATENT" on the left side of the frame, and "36 CAL" on the left side trigger guard shoulder. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas Navy scene and stamped with the partial serial number "5108". The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap, "5108" on the arbor pin and the wedge is mis-matched. Fitted with a one-piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 15108 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth mottled brown patina with some flash pitting on the breech end of the barrel, cylinder and hammer sides. The cylinder scene is mostly visible. The trigger guard and back strap have an aged patina with traces of original silver in the protected areas. The grip is also good with some moderate wear on the lower edges and a few scattered minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3218 Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured in 1856. The top barrel flat is marked with the one line New York city address, and "COLTS/PATENT" on left side of frame. The lower left side of the barrel lug is marked with the number "1", an "X" on the left trigger guard shoulder and "V" on the upper left front of the trigger guard bow. The cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas naval battle scene. The complete matching serial number is marked on the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, cylinder and back strap, with the partial serial number, "2788" marked on the arbor pin, wedge and loading lever. Standard brass cone front and hammer notch rear sight and fitted with a smooth one-piece varnished walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 52788 Condition: Good. The cylinder and loading lever have a smooth mottled gray patina, with some minor pitting and dings on the cylinder. The remaining metal has been lightly cleaned and has a bright metal appearance. The brass has a natural dark aged patina. The grip is fine with a few small minor dings on the bottom and overall some minor dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is slightly out of time, but functions well.
Thumbnail 3219 Custom Cased Colt Model 1851 London Navy Revolver Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured in 1862. The top barrel flat is marked with the one-line New York U.S. America address, the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT" and the cylinder is roll engraved with the stagecoach holdup scene. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the barrel lug, frame, trigger guard, back strap, with the partial serial number "16075" on the cylinder and wedge, "6705" on the loading lever and "607" is visible on the arbor pin. Fitted with a smooth one-piece walnut grip. Complete in a contemporary wooden case with jade green velvet lining. In the case is an eagle flask, iron two cavity bullet mold with "COLT'S/PATENT" marked sprue cutter, Sheffield cap tin, (partially full), and approximately 10 round lead balls. BBL: 4 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 216075 Condition: Good. The metal surfaces are bright and there is some minor pitting on the barrel, hammer and cylinder. The brass has an aged patina with strong traces of the original silver plating on and around the trigger guard bow. The grip is fine with half of the original varnish, some lower edge wear and a few minor dents. 50% of the cylinder scene is visible. The markings are clear. The action is fine. The custom 20th Century case is very good with a few minor scuffs on the exterior and some minor contact wear on the lining. The flask is good with an aged patina. The screws are absent that secure the top. The bullet mold is good with a few dents and pitting, and a dark patina.
Thumbnail 3220 Colt Patent Navy Powder Flask Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is an example of a double face Model 1851 Colt Navy powder flask. The design depicts crossed rifles and revolvers above "COLTS/PATENT" above the stand of flags pattern. It has a sloping charger and thumb lever. OAL: 6 3/4 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good plus. The flask has a mixed brass patina with a dark patina in the protected areas. There is a dent in the center of the stand of flags pattern on one side. The spring is excellent.
Thumbnail 3221 Scarce Kriegsmarine Holster for a Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, with capper Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 Brown leather construction, with a reinforced opening and "223/crown/KM" on the flap. On the front is a pouch containing a brass capper stamped "KM539" on the rear, and a lidded cartridge box is mounted on the side. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good plus, with some light cracking and scuffs on the leather. A highly desirable, seldom encountered accessory.
Thumbnail 3222 Scarce Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver with Fluted Cylinder Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1860, this revolver is one of only about 4,000 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolvers manufactured with the fluted cylinder. These revolvers appear intermittently throughout the first 8,000 serial numbers and have a four-screw frame with recoil shields cut for an attachable shoulder stock. Brass trigger guard and iron back strap. The grips are smooth one-piece walnut. The top of the barrel is marked "-ADDRESS SAML COLT HARTFORD CT-.", "COLTS /PATENT" is stamped on left side of the frame and the 1850 patent date is marked in one of the cylinder flutes. The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, back strap, wedge and arbor pin. Blade front and hammer notch rear sights, and fitted with one-piece smooth walnut grip, with a crude period "JWB" carved into the left side. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1874 Condition: Good as partially refinished. The metal surfaces have a smooth dove gray patina with areas of cold blue touch up. The trigger guard has an aged patina with strong traces of original silver plating in the protected areas. The undersized, revarnished grip is fair with a chip on the left heel and toes and some heavy lower edge wear. The action needs adjustment, but functions properly. The markings are crisp and clear.
Thumbnail 3223 Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver with Ivory Grip Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 This is a representative example of an extensively restored Second Model Colt First Model 1851 Navy square back trigger guard revolver. The first approximately 4,200 Model 1851 Navy revolvers, (first and Second Model), were made with the square back trigger guard. The top of the barrel is marked with the early "-ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY-" address without the hyphen between the "NEW" and "YORK". The left side of the frame is re-marked "COLT'S/PATENT" and the cylinder is roll engraved with the Texas/Mexican naval scene as well as a restamped "COLT'S PATENT NO 2333". The complete matching serial number is marked on the loading lever, barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap. The wedge is marked "33 and the arbor pin "333". Correct dovetailed nickel silver blade front and hammer notch rear sights, blue barrel and cylinder, silver plated trigger guard and back strap, and casehardened remaining parts. Fitted with a one-piece smooth ivory grip. Comes with an extra one-piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: ivory Serial Number: 2333 Condition: Very good as partially refinished and restamped. The barrel retains 60% thin blue finish with some minor pitting on the right side near the muzzle and several minor dings on the lug. The only number is refinished due to restamping. The cylinder has a smooth grayish patina with 50% of the scene visible. The trigger guard and back strap retain a strong 80% silver plating with a pleasant aged patina on the exposed brass. The remaining surfaces have a smooth silver gray patina with some original case colors on the right side of the frame. The sides of the hammer show heavy pitting. The grip is a bit undersized and remains good with a chip on the left heel and several hairline age cracks with a nice aged patina. The markings are clear. The action is tight. The extra grip is good as sanded and refinished. The toes are rounded and there are a few minor dings and chips in the varnish.
Thumbnail 3224 Custom Engraved Gold Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver with Ivory Grip Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 Manufactured in 1868 and subsequently custom embellished and refinished in the mid 20th century. The revolver features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, loading lever pivot, cylinder, frame, hammer sides, back strap and trigger guard. The top barrel flat is marked with the one line New York address and the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT". Matching serial number on the barrel, frame, trigger guard and back strap, with the partial number "3948" on the cylinder. The loading lever is unmarked and the wedge is to tight to remove. Gold finished with a blue hammer, trigger and loading lever latch. Post front (worn down) and hammer notch sights and fitted with a smooth one-piece ivory grip. BBL: 4 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 31 cal Finish: gold Grips: ivory Serial Number: 303948 Condition: Custom embellished with half of the gold finish remaining. The barrel has been set back a little and is slightly loose. The wedge slot has a piece of iron at one side causing the wedge to fit very tightly. The grip is excellent with a very attractive patina and unusual, very pleasant dark grain pattern. A portion of "AMERICA" on the barrel is not visible, otherwise the markings are clear and the engraving crisp. The action is very good.
Thumbnail 3225 Colt Model 1861 Navy Cartridge Conversion Revolver Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,800.00 This is an example of a factory converted Colt Model 1861 percussion revolver to be used with rimfire cartridges. Manufactured in most cases using new parts. The loading lever is removed, the barrel lug plugged and an ejector rod is attached to the right side of the barrel lug. The rear of the cylinder is milled off, the recoil shield milled down and a loading gate is added. Two rivets attach the rimfire firing pin to the hammer. One line New York barrel address is marked on top of the barrel, "COLTS/PATENT" on left side of frame, "36 CAL" on left trigger guard shoulder, and Texas Navy scene on cylinder. Matching numbers on barrel, frame, trigger guard, and back strap, and the loading gate is numbered "1728". Fitted with a smooth one-piece walnut grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 RF Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 1149 Condition: Fair as refinished overall. The barrel is mostly a smooth brown artificial patina with smooth artificial gray patina on the cylinder, with most of the scene remaining. There are a few areas of minor pitting. Traces of original silvered out plating remain in the protected areas of the back strap found at the top and strong amounts of silvered out plating on the trigger guard, with the exposed brass having a polished appearance. The revarnished, undersized grip is good with a few minor pressure dents on the bottom and a few minor handling marks overall. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3226 Colt Model 1862 Police Percussion Revolver with Bullet Mold Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 Manufactured in 1863. The top of the barrel is marked "ADDRESS COL SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S.AMERICA", the left side of the frame is marked "COLTS/PATENT", and one cylinder flute is marked "PAT. SEPT. 10th 1850". The left trigger guard shoulder is marked "36 CAL". The matching serial number is marked on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, back strap, (with an overstamped "S" above or below), with the partial number "9200" on the rear face of the cylinder, cylinder pin and wedge. Brass cone front and hammer notch rear sights; the barrel and cylinder are blue, the frame, loading lever, and hammer casehardened and the trigger guard and back strap silver plated brass. Fitted with a smooth one piece varnished walnut grip. Comes with an iron two cavity bullet mold with "COLT'S/PATENT" marked on the sprue cutter and "36P" on one arm. BBL: 4 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 36 percussion Finish: blue/casehardened/silver Grips: walnut Serial Number: 19200 Condition: Very good as partially refurbished. The barrel retains 30% original blue finish with a smooth brown patina on the balance. The cylinder retains 40% original blue finish with areas fading to a smooth brown patina. The loading lever has a smooth dark patina and the frame shows strong traces of original case colors in the protected areas around the recoil shields and a smooth brownish patina on the balance. The grip is fine as revarnished. The trigger guard retains 95% replated silver finish which is beginning to darken with age. Most of the loss is on and around the trigger guard bow. The exposed brass has an aged patina. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The mold is good with some thin original finish remaining and showing signs of some cleaning.
Thumbnail 3227 Colt 1855 "Root" Sidehammer Pocket Revolver Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,800.00 Model 2 manufactured in 1856. The top barrel flat is marked with the pointing finger, "COLT'S PT./1855" flanked by Maltese crosses and "ADDRESS COL. COLT/HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." flanked by Maltese crosses. The cylinder is roll engraved with the cabin and Indian scene and the matching serial number is marked on the butt and cylinder. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and loading lever, and fitted with a smooth varnished one-piece walnut grip. BBL: 3 1/2 inch octagon Stock: Gauge: 28 Percussion Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 14874 Condition: Fine as partially refinished (barrel). The balance of the revolver retains 60% original blue finish with high edge wear and areas thinned to gray, with a few small areas of minor pitting. The cylinder has a gray patina with some flash pitting and half of the scene remaining. The hammer shows strong, 20% original case colors with a smooth mottled silver gray patina on the balance. The grip is fine with a few small minor chips and minor wear on the lower edges, and a few minor scratches and dings. The cylinder pin screw is a replacement. The action needs work, the cylinder does not rotate when the hammer is cocked. The markings are clear.
Thumbnail 3228 Excellent Henry Nettleton Inspected U.S. Colt Single Action Cavalry Model Revolver with Factory Lett Start Price: 27,500.00High Bid: 40,000.00Estimate: 55,000.00 - 95,000.00 This highly desirable U.S. Colt Single Action Cavalry Model revolver was manufactured in 1878. This revolver is one of 3,000 Colt Single Action revolvers inspected by Ordnance Sub-Inspector Henry Nettleton and Ordnance Inspector Captain John E. Greer. Colt Single Action revolvers that bear the "HN" sub-inspection mark of Henry Nettleton are some of the most collectable of all U.S. contract Single Action revolvers. The revolver has the Colt military blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, hammer and loading gate have a color casehardened finish. The trigger and screws are niter blue and the one-piece walnut grip is oil finished. The ejector rod has the "bullseye" head found on U.S. contract Single Action revolvers below serial number 113,000 and the hammer has elongated cross hatching on the spur. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the, third style, "bold block lettered", address: "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.". The third style address lacks the hyphen at either end of the marking and is found only on revolvers manufactured between July 1878 and September 1878. The underside of the barrel is stamped with a "P" proof mark and the "H.N." sub-inspection mark. "C" and "G" are stamped on the barrel immediately behind the ejector housing stud. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "Three-Dates/Three-Line" patent markings. The patent markings are followed by the "U.S." property mark; the property mark on this revolver is typical of Nettleton-inspected Single Action revolvers and does not have periods after the "U" and "S" and has the upset marks that indicate the property mark was stamped on a casehardened frame. The bottom of the frame is stamped with the "H.N." sub-inspection mark above the serial number. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "3". The left side of the hammer is stamped with the "H.N." sub-inspection mark. "H.N." sub-inspection marks are also present on the cylinder, the trigger guard, back strap and the right heel of the grip. The side of the cylinder is stamped with a small "P" proof mark and the rear face is marked with a "P" and a "T". The full serial number, "48340" is located on the bottom of the frame, the trigger guard and the back strap. The partial serial number, "8340" is stamped on the barrel beneath the ejector housing and on the side of the cylinder. All of the visible serial numbers match. A "C" Colt inspection mark is visible in the hammer well above the firing pin hole. The left side of the grip is stamped with the date "1878" above the final inspection mark which consists of the script initials "JEG" with an oval border. The lower right side of the grip is stamped with the script sub-inspector initials "HN" in an oval. The included factory letter confirms the serial number, caliber and finish with the barrel length and type of stocks not listed (usually an indication of a 7 1/2 inch barrel and walnut stocks). The revolver was part of a 100 gun shipment that went to the U.S. Government Inspector located at the Colt plant on July 12, 1878. BBL: 7 1/2 inch Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 48340 Condition: Excellent. The revolver is retains 90% plus of the original blue and casehardened finish overall. The barrel shows only very minor finish loss at the muzzle; the "feathered" polishing marks are visible on either side of the front sight blade and above the ejector housing stud. The barrel address, serial number, proof and sub-inspection mark are all crisp. The cylinder exhibits minor edge wear and light handling marks. The serial number, proof mark and sub-inspection mark are very sharp. The trigger guard and grip strap have 85% or more of the blue finish with sharp markings; the back strap retains 90% of the original blue finish. The frame, hammer and loading gate retain 85% plus of the casehardened finish with strong case colors; wear is limited to some minor finish loss and light scratches on the left side of the frame between the hammer and trigger screws and the lower portion of the recoil shield. The frame and hammer markings are very crisp. The frame screws and trigger retain most of the fiery niter blue finish. The grip is in excellent condition. Wear is limited to very minor handling marks overall; the date, sub-inspection and final inspection marks are extremely sharp. The bore is bright and the action is tight. This is an excellent, original, example of the very desirable Henry Nettleton inspected U.S. Colt Single Action Cavalry revolver that would be suitable for the most advanced Colt or U.S. martial arms collection.
Thumbnail 3229 Fine U.S. Colt Single Action Cavalry Model Revolver Start Price: 6,000.00High Bid: 14,000.00Estimate: 12,000.00 - 17,000.00 This fine Colt U.S. contract Single Action Cavalry Model Revolver was manufactured in 1885. The revolver was inspected by Ordnance Inspector Captain Frank Heath (F.H.) and Ordnance Sub-Inspector David F. Clark (D.F.C.). A number of Colt Single Action Cavalry Revolvers in this serial number range are recorded as being issued to the New York State Militia. Serial numbers 116824 and 116923 were issued to the famous 10th Cavalry Regiment (Buffalo Soldiers) in 1892. The revolver has a military blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, hammer and loading gate have a casehardened finish and the one-piece walnut grip is oil finished. The revolver has the correct "bulls-eye" style ejector housing and cavalry hammer with elongated bordered knurling on the spur. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the Fourth Style, "elongated block", address "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG Co HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.-" in one line. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "Three Dates in Three Lines" patent markings followed by the "U.S." property mark. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly or bin number "64". The underside of the barrel is stamped with the partial serial number "6931" beneath the ejector housing and a "P" proof mark followed by the "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark directly in front of the cylinder pin. "D.F.C./116931" is stamped on the bottom of the frame. The trigger guard is stamped "116931/G" in front of the bow. "116/931/G" is stamped on the bottom of the back strap. The side of the cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "6931", a "P" proof mark and the "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark. All of the visible serial numbers match. A small "S" Colt sub-inspection mark is stamped on the rear face of the cylinder and a "G" is stamped in the hammer well above the firing pin hole. The left side of the grip is stamped with the date "1885" above the final inspection mark of Captain Frank Health which consists of the script initials "FH" in an oval. "D.F.C." is stamped on the left grip heel. The Ordnance Sub-inspector's mark consisting of the script initials "D.F.C." in a rectangle with rounded ends is stamped on the lower right side of the grip. What appears to be the partial unit marking "AF" is stamped on the lower left side of the grip over the sub-inspection mark. Most Cavalry Model Single Action Revolvers were altered to "Artillery" configuration with 5 1/2-inch barrels and mixed serial numbers when they were overhauled by Colt or Springfield Armory. Original unaltered Cavalry Model revolvers are scarce. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 116931 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30% of the original blue and casehardened finish. The barrel retains original blue finish in protected areas and underneath the ejector housing the balance has a smooth silver-gray patina. Considerable blue finish is present on protected areas of the trigger guard and back strap. The cylinder has a smooth silver-gray patina. The frame also retains 30% of the original color casehardened finish overall. The case colors have silvered on the loading gate and hammer. The hammer and grip screws retains considerable niter blue finish. The barrel markings, frame markings, "D.F.C." sub-inspection marks, proof marks and serial numbers are sharp. The grip is in fine condition with several minor handling marks and legible date, Ordnance final inspection mark and sub-inspection marks. The action is crisp and functions well. This is a fine original example of a David F. Clark Sub-inspected Colt Single Action Cavalry Model Revolver.
Thumbnail 3230 Colt Single Action Artillery Model Revolver Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 8,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 U.S. Contract Colt Single Action Army revolver manufactured in 1874 and subsequently refurbished into artillery configuration. This early production Single Action revolver was altered to "Artillery" configuration with five-inch barrel sometime after 1895 and was overhauled by Colt for issue to U.S. Army units in the Philippines in 1902. The barrel, ejector housing, trigger guard, back strap and cylinder have the commercial blue finish applied during the Colt 1900-1903 overhauls of Single Action Artillery Model revolvers. The frame, loading gate and hammer have a casehardened finish. The one-piece walnut grip is oil finished. The ejector housing has the early "bullseye" head and the hammer is the cavalry pattern with elongated, bordered, knurling on the spur. The revolver has the typical combination of mixed serial number components and replacement parts added during overhaul. The barrel was replaced by Colt during the 1902 overhaul. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the legend "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." in one line. The underside of the barrel is stamped with the Ordnance Sub-Inspector mark "RAC" and a "P" proof mark just ahead of the frame. The Colt replacement barrel is correctly not serial numbered. The cylinder is a Colt replacement and is stamped with the Ordnance Sub-Inspection mark "R.A.C." on the rear face between the chambers. The side of the cylinder correctly is not stamped with the Sub-inspection mark, proof mark and serial number. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt, "Two-date/Two-Line", 1871 and 1872 patent markings followed by the "US" property mark. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "1397". The serial number, "9470" is stamped on the bottom of the frame. The trigger guard is numbered "131731" and the back strap is numbered "18/890". The lower left heel of the grip is stamped with the date "1902" above the Ordnance Inspector's mark which consists of the script initials "OCH" in a rectangle with rounded ends. The Ordnance Sub-Inspector's script initials "RAC" are stamped in a rectangle with rounded ends on the lower right side of the grip. A small "R.A.C." Sub-inspection mark is stamped on the left heel of the grip. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 9470 Condition: Fine as arsenal refurbished. The revolver retains 75% of the blue. There is light holster wear on the edges of the muzzle and ejector housing and the barrel has a number of light scratches and scuff marks. The barrel address, proof mark and sub-inspection mark are sharp. The cylinder has light-moderate handling wear with one small spot of light pitting between the chambers. The trigger guard and back strap show light handling wear. The frame and hammer retain 70% of the casehardened finish with strong case colors. The Colt patent dates and "US" property mark are sharp. The frame screws have most of the niter blue finish. The grip is in fine condition with almost no handling wear. The date, final inspection mark and Sub-inspection mark are crisp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is a fine example of a Colt Single Action Artillery Model revolver that was overhauled by Colt in 1902.
Thumbnail 3231 Outstanding Documented Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter Start Price: 15,000.00High Bid: 25,000.00Estimate: 30,000.00 - 40,000.00 This is a very fine example of a black powder Colt Single Action Army revolver with factory letter that states that it was shipped from Colt to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co., in Chicago, Illinois on February 24, 1883. The letter lists the caliber as "45/C" and the finish as "Blue" the barrel length and type of stocks are not listed which indicates that the barrel was the standard 7 1/2 inch length and that the stocks were the standard one-piece walnut. The barrel, ejector housing, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap have the Colt high polish commercial blue finish. The frame, loading gate and hammer are casehardened. The one-piece walnut grip has a varnished "piano" finish. The ejector rod has the later oval head introduced around serial number 73,000 on civilian Single Action Army revolvers. The hammer has bordered knurling on the spur. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the elongated block letter address "COLT"S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.". The address was double rolled at the factory. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "Three-Date/Three-Line" patent markings. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number, "5944". "45 CAL" is stamped on the left front trigger guard bow. An "H" Colt inspection mark is visible in the hammer well above the firing pin hole. The full serial number, "87530" is located on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number, "7530" is stamped on the underside of the barrel beneath the ejector housing. The cylinder is correctly un-marked (about 30% of the civilian Single Action Army revolvers in the 73,000-120,000 had cylinders that were not serial numbered (A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER by Graham, Kopec and Moore, page 49).The partial serial number "7530" is written in pencil in the back strap inlet of the grip. All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 87530 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 80% plus of the original high polish blue finish on the barrel and cylinder. There is some minor finish loss on the barrel at the muzzle and on the front edge of the ejector housing. The cylinder has some light turn marks. Most of handling wear is concentrated on the trigger guard and back strap. The trigger guard and grip strap retain 40% of the blue finish and the back strap has about 60% of the blue finish intact. The frame, hammer and loading gate retain 70% of the vivid casehardened finish with fiery case colors. Finish wear is limited to some silvering on the top of the hammer and some thinning and very light pitting on the left side of the top strap. The walnut grip is in excellent condition, with 95% of the piano finish remaining and there is minimal handling wear. The markings are sharp. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. This is an outstanding example of an 1883 production Black Powder Colt Single Action Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3232 Rare Documented Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Flattop Target Revolver with Elongated Target G Start Price: 5,000.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 10,000.00 - 15,000.00 Manufactured in 1892. Pictured in both “The Book of Colt Firearms” (Sutherland & Wilson, 1972) and “Colt Firearms From 1836” (Serven, 1954). This revolver is one of only approximately 925 Flattop Target Model Single Action Army revolvers manufactured, and one of a very few of these that were made with the special elongated grips, making this revolver an extremely rare variation. This variation was made for only a short time and were a predecessor to the Bisley Model. This particular revolver is mentioned by serial number on page 259 of R.L. Wilson's "The Book of Colt Firearms" for having the extremely rare elongated grips and pictured on page 261, identified by serial number and again mentioning the rare long target grips and as having the checkered select walnut grips. It is also mentioned that the revolver was shipped in September of 1892 to New York dealers Hartley & Graham. It is also pictured on page 226 of Jim Serven’s “Colt Firearms From 1836”. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, "44 S&W" on the left side and the two line, three patent dates on the left side of the frame followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The left upper front of the trigger guard is marked with the letter "G" and "6" is on the right side rear. Matching serial numbers on the bottom of the frame and trigger guard. All blue finish, with niter blue trigger, hammer and notched rear sight, elevation adjustable blade front sight and fitted with extended checkered select walnut target grips. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, barrel length, caliber, "Checkered long wood stocks" and that it was a single-gun shipment to Hartley and Graham, New York, New York with shipment date illegible. The letter also states that “a further examination of the records suggest shipment in September or October of 1892An extremely rare Single Action Army, with documented provenance to two of the most prominent Colt collectors of the 20th Century, Robert Q. Sutherland and James (Jim) Serven. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 S&W Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 144728 Condition: Professionally restored to near mint (prior to 1954, as evidenced by published photos) with a very small area of minor pitting under the finish on the left side of the barrel and minor ding on the top of the back strap and some light spotting on the back of the rear sight. All markings have been redone. A very wonderfully restored, unique Colt Single Action Army variation that would highlight any advanced Colt collection.
Thumbnail 3233 Scarce Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver in 38 Colt Caliber Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 8,000.00 Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver manufactured in 1900. The revolver has the Colt commercial blue finish on the barrel, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, hammer and loading gate have a casehardened finish. The two-piece, black, hard rubber grips are checkered and embossed with an oval that contains the Rampant Colt trademark. The revolver has the distinctive Bisley Model grips with "humpbacked" profile, special back strap and trigger guard, 3/16-inch higher frame, curved wide spur hammer and long wide trigger. The revolver is one on 412 standard Bisley Models chambered for the .38 Colt cartridge. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "COLT'S PT. M.F.A. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." in one line. The left side of the barrel is roll stamped "(BISLEY MODEL) .38 COLT.". The caliber designation "38" is stamped on the underside of the barrel just ahead of the frame. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "Three-Date/Two-Line" patent markings followed by the circled Rampant Colt trademark. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "81". A "7" inspection mark is stamped in the hammer well above the firing pin hole. The full serial number is stamped on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The rear face of the cylinder is stamped with the partial serial number "299". All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: black hard rubber Serial Number: 194299 Condition: Excellent. The barrel and ejector housing have 95% of the original blue finish with some minor wear at the muzzle on the front edge of the ejector housing. The cylinder has light turn marks with minor handling wear on the front and rear edges and the edge of the chamber flutes. There is moderate finish wear on the grip strap and lighter wear on the back strap and butt. The frame retains 90% plus of the original casehardened finish with vivid case colors. The case colors on the loading gate have started to silver. The hammer has 80% of the casehardened finish with some silvering on the sides and spur. The trigger retains half of the niter blue finish. Nearly all of the niter blue is present on the frame screws. The grips are in fine condition the checkering on the lower portion of the grips shows moderate handling wear and there a notch on the center of the left grip and several shallow dents on the lower edge of the right grip. The markings on the barrel, frame and cylinder are sharp. The action is crisp and functions perfectly. This is an attractive example of a scarce 38 Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver.
Thumbnail 3234 Very Fine "David F. Clark." Inspected U.S. Colt Cavalry Model Single Action Revolver with Scarce Geo Start Price: 15,000.00High Bid: 22,500.00Estimate: 30,000.00 - 60,000.00 This very fine, original U.S. Colt Model 1873 Single Action Cavalry revolver was manufactured in 1887. This revolver was sub-inspected by Ordnance inspector David F. Clark and has the "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark on major components. The right side of the grip is prominently stamped with a "GA" Georgia militia mark. The revolver has the Colt military blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, loading gate and hammer have a color casehardened finish. The screws and trigger are niter blued. The one-piece walnut grip is oil finished. The ejector rod has the oval head introduced at about serial number 113,000. The hammer has the deep-cut, elongated, knurling on the spur. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the "elongated block" address: "COLT'S P.T. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD Ct. U.S.A.-" in one line. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "three-date/three-line" patent markings followed by the "U.S." property mark. The underside of the barrel is stamped with a small "P" proof mark followed by the "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark. The "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark is also stamped on the bottom of the frame, on the left heel of the grip and on the side of the cylinder. A "P" proof mark is stamped on the cylinder. The full serial number, "120378" is stamped on the bottom of the frame below the "D.F.C." mark and on the trigger guard and the back strap. The partial serial number "0378" is stamped on the side of the cylinder. All of the visible serial numbers match. The loading gate is marked with the assembly number "394". A Colt "G" inspection mark is visible in the frame hammer well above the firing pin hole. The left side of the grip is stamped with the script "JGB" final acceptance mark of Ordnance final inspector Captain John G. Butler above the date "1887". The initials "JGB" are not enclosed in a circular or rectangular cartouche. Captain Butler's final inspection mark is the only one in the entire U.S. cavalry single action production series with un-bordered initials. David F. Clark's sub-inspection mark consisting of the script initials "DFC" in a rectangle with rounded corners is stamped below the "GA" militia mark on the right side of the grip. Six distinct notches are carved in the left butt behind the "D.F.C." sub-inspection mark. BBL: 7 1/2 inch Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 120378 Condition: Very fine. The revolver is completely original and retains 70% of the original blue finish. The barrel and ejector housing have nearly all of the military blue finish with some minor high point wear. The "feathered" polishing marks are clearly visible on either side of the front sight blade and above the ejector housing stud. The trigger guard has most of the blue finish. The back strap shows typical handling wear and has faded to a dull gray patina. The cylinder has a plum brown patina with significant amounts of blue finish in the cylinder flutes. The frame, loading gate and hammer have 60% plus of the original casehardened finish with some silvering on contact points and strong case colors in protected areas. The trigger and frame screws show the original niter blue finish in protected areas. All of the factory markings, serial numbers, proof and inspection marks are crisp. The grip is in very good condition with light to moderate handling wear. The "JGB", "DFC" inspection marks and the "1887" date show handling wear but remain legible. The "GA" property mark is sharp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is a very fine, original, example of an original, "D.F.C." sub-inspected Colt Cavalry Model Single Action revolver.
Thumbnail 3235 Excellent Colt Single Action Army Revolver in Scarce 38 Colt Caliber Start Price: 6,500.00High Bid: 12,000.00Estimate: 13,000.00 - 19,000.00 Manufactured in 1909 and by 1914 approximately 1,011 Colt Single Action Army revolvers were manufactured in the 38 Colt caliber. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side is marked "38 COLT" and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The matching assembly number "1590" is marked on the loading gate and right rear of the frame. The left upper front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt triangle "VP" proofmark and "W" at the rear. Casehardened frame and hammer with blue on the remaining parts, blade front and frame notch rear sights, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt at the top. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 311459 Condition: Excellent plus. The revolver retains 98% plus of the bright original high polish blue finish with some barely noticeable light scratches overall. The hammer and frame retain 99% bright vivid original case colors. The grips are also excellent with light handling marks and crisp checkering. The markings remain crisp and clear. The action is excellent. Truly exceptional Colt SAA!
Thumbnail 3236 Excellent Colt Bisley Model Single Action Army .45 Caliber Revolver Start Price: 6,000.00High Bid: 9,500.00Estimate: 12,000.00 - 16,000.00 Manufactured in 1913, the last year of production for the Bisley. The revolver has the standard one line Hartford address stamped on top of the barrel, the left side of the barrel is marked (BISLEY MODEL) "45 COLT.", and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. Matching serial number on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap, with the partial serial number "6682" on the inside of the right grip panel, and the assembly number "507" on the loading gate. Blue with casehardened frame and hammer. Blade front, frame notch rear sights and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. (There is another 1913 companion piece to this lot, serial number 326438, 7 1/2, 44-40, Colt Bisley also in this auction, lot number 1262). BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 326682 Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 97% plus bright original high polish blue finish with some barely noticeable edge wear present overall. There is a slight bit of browning present on butt. The hammer and frame retain 98% original bright case colors. The grips are also excellent with a few minor handling marks and crisp checkering. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3237 Excellent Colt Bisley Model Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 8,000.00 Manufactured in 1907. The revolver has the standard one line Hartford address stamped on top of the barrel, the left side of the barrel is marked (BISLEY MODEL) 32 W.C.F.", and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the circled Rampant Colt. Matching serial number on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap, with the partial serial number "5681" on the inside of the right grip panel, and the assembly number "4341" on the loading gate. Blue with casehardened frame and hammer. Blade front, frame notch rear sights and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 32 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 295681 Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 95% original blue finish with some mild muzzle and high edge wear, some light scratches and a noticeable drag line on the cylinder. The hammer and frame retain 90% plus of the original case colors with some areas fading to a smooth dove gray patina. The trigger retains 80% original bright niter blue finish. The grips are also excellent with several small minor dings on the toes and very crisp checkering. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3238 Excellent Early Production Colt Single Action Revolver with Rare Von Oppen Rampant Colt Trademark an Start Price: 12,000.00High Bid: 20,000.00Estimate: 25,000.00 - 37,500.00 This is an excellent example of a Colt Single Action Army Revolver that was chambered for the .45 Eley Short cartridge and shipped to the Colt London Agency. The right trigger guard shoulder is stamped with the small "C/Rampant Colt" trademark used by Colt's London Agent Fredrick Von Oppen. Von Oppen initiated the use of the "C/Rampant Colt" trademark in late 1872. This was the first use of the famous Rampant Colt trademark on any Colt firearm. The revolver has London proof marks on the underside of the barrel and between each chamber on the cylinder. The revolver has the Colt high polish commercial blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, loading gate and hammer are color casehardened with vivid case colors. The frame screws and cylinder pin are niter blue. The one piece walnut grip has a high polish varnished "piano" finish. The first style ejector housing has the early barrel boss and bullseye ejector rod head. The cylinder has the small stops and bolt guides. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the first style script address "+ COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A.+" with a slanted cross at either end of the marking. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the first style "Two Date in Two Line" patent marking. The left shoulder of the trigger guard is stamped with the caliber designation "45 CAL/B" (45 Eley Short). The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "25". Small "C" Colt inspection marks are stamped on the underside of the barrel behind the barrel boss hole, on the rear face of the cylinder and in the hammer well above the firing pin hole. The full serial number, "15304", is stamped on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The partial serial number, "5304" is stamped on the underside of the barrel beneath the ejector housing and on the side of the cylinder. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number, caliber, blue finish, with barrel length and grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 of 100 to Colt's London Agency, 14 Pall Mall, London, England on November 5, 1874. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Eley Short Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 15304 Condition: Very fine. The revolver remains in exceptional condition for an early production Colt Single Action and retains 80% plus of the bright original blue and 95% vivid casehardened finish. The barrel and ejector housing have some edge wear at the muzzle and flaking along the top and left rear of the barrel. The visible steel has an attractive mellow plum-brown patina. The cylinder has 75% of the blue finish with the same matching attractive plum patina as the barrel. Nearly all of the blue finish is present on the trigger guard and back strap. The frame and hammer sides have 90% or more of the original casehardened finish with vivid case colors. The case colors on the top of the hammer and the loading gate have silvered slightly but still retain nearly 90% of the casehardened finish. The frame screws and the end of the cylinder pin have 80% or more of the fiery niter blue finish. The grip is in excellent condition with 95% or more of the piano-finish varnish intact. Wear is limited to several minor storage marks on the sides and heels of the grip. All of the markings, including the Von Oppen "C/Rampant Colt" trademark are crisp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is a rare high condition example of an early production London Agency Single Action Army Revolver with the Von Oppen "C/Rampant Colt" trademark rarely found on Single Action Army Revolvers.
Thumbnail 3239 Excellent Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Ivory Grips Start Price: 4,250.00High Bid: 9,500.00Estimate: 8,500.00 - 12,000.00 This is an excellent example of a Colt Single Action Army revolver that was manufactured in 1929. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, "45 COLT" on the left side and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the right side of the front and back strap under the grip. The rear face of the matching cylinder is stamped with the last two numbers of the serial number, "11". The upper left front of the trigger guard is marked with the number "1" over the Colt "VP" triangle proof. The loading gate and right rear of the frame are marked with the matching assembly number "1019". Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, blue finish with casehardened frame and hammer, and fitted with two piece smooth ivory grips with the matching serial number marked in pencil on the inside of the left panel. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: ivory Serial Number: 353011 Condition: Excellent plus. The revolver retains 99% plus original blue finish with some minor edge or box wear. The hammer and frame also retain 99% original bright case colors with some light fading and a small area of several minor scratches on the right rear of the frame. The period replacement (factory quality) ivory grips are very fine with a very small chip on the bottom of the right panel, a minor age crack on the left heel and a very pleasant light aged patina. The markings remain sharp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3240 Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver in Scarce 41 Long Colt Caliber Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,500.00 This Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver was manufactured in 1903. The revolver has a the Colt commercial blue finish on the barrel, ejector housing, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The hammer, frame and loading gate have a color case-hardened finish. The two-piece, black, hard rubber grips are checkered with the Rampant Colt trademark embossed in an oval at the top. The revolver has the distinctive Bisley Model humpback grips with special trigger guard and back strap, 3/16-inch higher frame, curved, wide spur, hammer and wide, curved, trigger. The revolver is one of 3,159 Bisley Models chambered for the .41 Colt cartridge. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped: "COLT'S PT.F.A.MFG. Co. / HARTFORD. 0CT. U.S.A.." in two lines. The left side of the barrel is roll-stamped: "(BISLEY MODEL) 41 COLT.". The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the Colt "Three-Date/Two-Line" patent marking followed by the circled Rampant Colt trademark. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly or bin number "2391". A "W" inspection mark is stamped in the hammer well above the firing pin hole and a "B" is stamped on the front face of the cylinder. The serial number, "239340" is stamped on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. "239340" is etched on the inside of both grips. All of the visible serial numbers match. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 41 Long Colt Finish: blue/case-hardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 239340 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 75% of the original blue and 60% case-hardened finish. The barrel has light finish wear at the muzzle and along the side of the ejector housing. The cylinder has light-moderate edge wear and handling marks. The back strap and grip strap have about 75% of the blue finish intact; the balance has faded to a plum-colored patina. The frame retains early 95% of the case-hardened finish with strong case colors. The case colors on the loading gate have started to silver slightly. The hammer has about 85% of the original case colors. The sides of the trigger have most of the niter blue finish intact. The grips are in excellent condition with minimal handling wear. The markings are sharp. The action is tight and functions perfectly. This is a very fine example of a 1903 production Colt Bisley Model Single Action Revolver with in scarce 41 long Colt caliber.
Thumbnail 3241 Pre-War Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 6,500.00 Produced in 1922, as part of the post World War I production run of the Colt Single Action Army revolver. Blade and notch sights, with the one line Hartford address on top of the barrel and "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER 44-40" roll stamped on the left side. Rear of the cylinder face carries the matching last two digits of serial numbers (97). The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three date patent markings followed by the circled Rampant Colt trademark. Interior of trigger guard and rear grip strap carry the matching number, 344297. Loading gate has the assembly number "956". Checkered Fleur-de-Lis grips with decorative diamond shaped panels and Rampant Colt medallions at the tops. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44-40 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 344297 Condition: Very fine, with 90% plus of the original blue finish, showing light scratches and handling marks overall, along with some bright edge wear and the formation of a gray patina on the grip straps. Some minimal edge wear is present on the frame, which is otherwise covered in 95% vivid, attractive original case coloring. Grips are professional quality modern reproductions, with a few minor pressure dents on the crisp checkering and a tiny amount of varnish loss. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3242 Excellent Engraved Antique Colt Single Action Revolver with Steer Head Carved Mother of Pearl Grips Start Price: 9,000.00High Bid: 18,000.00Estimate: 18,000.00 - 25,000.00 Manufactured in 1889, this is a very nice example of an early cowboy era Colt Single Action Army with the desirable nickel plated finish, engraved in a Cuno Helfricht pattern and fitted with a set of steer head mother of pearl grips. The engraved pattern consists of a floral motif and geometric designs, with a punch dot background which covers 3/4 of the revolver. The revolver has a standard black powder frame with the left side stamped with the three line patent dates without the Rampant Colt logo. The front edge of the trigger guard bow marked "45 CAL". The barrel is marked with the single line address of "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." on the top and the left side of the barrel is marked "45 COLT" inside a banner. The loading gate is numbered "7884". It has the standard blade front sight and notched rear sight in the top strap and the desirable Colt nickel-plated finish on all the parts with the exception of the niter blue screws. The revolver is fitted with a set of mother of pearl grips with the right grip panel having the classic large Steer head carving. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 LC Finish: nickel Grips: mother of pearl Serial Number: 129317 Condition: Fair overall. The revolver retains 85% of the nickel plated finish showing minor wear and flaking on the sides of the barrel edges and high spots with some flaking/bubbling on the sides of the cylinder and frame. The serial numbers on the frame and grip strap have been restamped. The very good grips are slightly oversized and show a few chips missing along the grip frame edges. A nice example of a master engraved Colt Single Action Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3243 Desirable, Documented Arizona Shipped Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured in 1900. Blade and frame groove sights with the top of the barrel marked with the two line Hartford address and "45 COLT" on the left barrel side. The left side of the frame has the two line, three patent date marking next to a circled Rampant Colt. Matching serial number on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap with the assembly number "887" on the loading gate. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips imprinted with a Rampant Colt at the tops. The included Colt factory letter confirms the serial number, caliber, barrel length, and blue finish, with the type of stocks not listed. The revolver was shipped to L. Zackendorf & Co., Tucson, Arizona, on October 12, 1900 as part of a five gun shipment. Single Action Army Revolvers shipped to Arizona are quite scarce. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 200540 Condition: Very good. The revolver has a smooth brown-gray patina retaining scattered traces of original blue finish in the protected areas with some minor pitting. Front has been slightly trimmed. The grips are also very good with some scattered minor handling marks and some wear in the overall crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3244 Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Stag Grips and Holster Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1922. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address and "32 W.C.F." on the left side. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The upper left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt triangle "VP" proofmark and the number "3" and the upper right front has the factory rework star stamp. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The assembly number "1016" is marked on the loading gate. Casehardened frame and hammer, with blue on the remaining parts, blade front and frame notch rear sights, and fitted with stag grips numbered to the gun. Included is a Triple K leather holster. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 32 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: stag Serial Number: 343136 Condition: Very good with Colt rework mark present. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 30% original blue finish with the balance a mottled gray patina. The cylinder retains 30% original blue finish and the grip straps retain 30% original blue finish with the balance a mottled brown patina. The frame retains traces of original case colors in the protected areas. There is pin point pitting (mostly on the barrel and cylinder). The grips are excellent with a few minor handling marks. The holster is excellent with a few minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3245 Pre-War Colt Single Action Revolver with Stag Grips Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 This revolver was manufactured in 1923. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side is marked "45 COLT" and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the left side of the grip straps under the grip. The assembly number "928" is marked on the loading lever. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, casehardened frame, with blue on the remaining parts and fitted with two piece replacement stag grips marked "HAND MADE BY/D.C." on the left grip with the matching serial number in pencil. The right grip has the number "306205" in pencil. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: stag Serial Number: 346205 Condition: Fine, 40% original blue finish remains, with moderate pitting on the barrel near the muzzle. The front and back strap have mostly turned to a brown patina, the cylinder is mostly a smooth gray patina and there is thinning on the barrel and trigger guard. 15% case colors remain in the protected areas with the rest a smooth gray patina. The stag grips are fine. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3246 Desirable Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 This is a very fine example of a pre-war Colt Single Action Army Revolver manufactured in 1928. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line elongated block address "COLT'S PT.F.A.MFG.Co. HARTFORD CT.U.S.A.". The caliber: "38 W.C.F." is roll-stamped on the left side of the barrel. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the, two-line, "three-date" patent markings followed by the circled Rampant Colt trademark. The left front trigger guard bow is stamped with a Colt number "7" assembler's mark, over the Colt "VP inside a Triangle" verified proof. The full serial number "352804" is stamped on the bottom of the frame, the right side of the trigger guard and back strap (under the grips) and the back side of each grip is etched with number 7,188 and 1,113. The cylinder is, also correctly numbered "04" on the back side. The grips are checkered hard rubber and both have the Rampant Colt trademark embossed in an oval at the top. The ejector rod has the late style oval head and the civilian style hammer has a cone shaped firing pin and short bordered knurling on the spur. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 352804 Condition: Fine with 60% plus original blue finish overall with wear on the edges and high spots overall, with blue loss on the left side of the barrel, the grip straps and the front of the ejector housing. The frame and hammer retain 40% of the original case coloring with slightly more vivid case colors in the protected areas. The oversized replacement grips are in very good condition with even honest wear across the tops of the checkering and Rampant Colt logo. A very nice example of an original finish pre-war Colt Single Action Army revolver in the desirable 38 W.C.F. cartridge.
Thumbnail 3247 Colt Bisley Model Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1910. Blade front and notch rear sights, with the two line Hartford address on top of the barrel and "(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT." on the left side. Casehardened frame with two line, three date patent marking next to the circled Rampant Colt on the left side, and low wide hammer. Matching serial number on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 312638 Condition: Very good. The revolver retains traces of original blue finish with some scattered light pitting. The grips are excellent with only a couple light scratches on the bottoms and crisp checkering. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3248 Colt Pre-War Single Action Army Revolver with the "Colt Frontier Six Shooter .44-40" Barrel Markings Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 This is a very fine example of an early pre-war Colt Single Action Army Revolver as manufactured in 1923. The left side of the barrel is roll-stamped with the, following "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40" which was introduced in 1923 and the top of the barrel is roll-stamped "COLT'S PT.F.A.MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." in one line. The left side of the frame is stamped with the Colt "two-line/three-date" patent markings followed by the Rampant Colt trademark. The left front trigger guard bow is stamped with a number "1" assembler's mark above the Colt "V/P/Triangle" verified proof mark. The serial number, "344669" is stamped on the front edge of the frame and the right side of the trigger guard and back strap. The rear of the cylinder is stamped "69" and the loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "339". The two-piece black grips are unnumbered and have the Rampant Colt trademark in an oval at the top of each grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44-40 WCF Finish: blue Grips: black checkered plastic Serial Number: 344669 Condition: Fine with 70% of the original Colt factory rust blued finish overall with blue loss on the grip straps, the ejector housing and left muzzle area of the barrel, with a prominent cylinder drag line. The frame and hammer retain 40% of the original casehardened finish overall with more vivid blue in the protected areas. The grips are also in fine condition. A very nice example of a scarce early pre-war Colt Single Action Army with the very desirable "Colt Frontier Six-Shooter" barrel markings.
Thumbnail 3249 Rare Colt Single Action Army Model Flat Top Target Revolver in Dual Caliber Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Manufactured in 1893. This is an original Flattop Target that has subsequently had the barrel factory replaced and transverse cylinder pin retainer added. The barrel is 6 inches in length with an elevation adjustable sight marked with the one line block letter address on top and "RUSSIAN AND/S&W SPECIAL 44" on the left side. The right rear of the trigger guard bow is marked with the Colt Ampersand rework mark over the second tone refinish which leads writer to believe it was back to the factory on more than one occasion. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, two patent dates followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The left side of the front and back straps under the grip are marked "473B". All blue finish, casehardened hammer, replacement adjustable rear target sight and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. These Target Model Single Action Army revolvers were only manufactured from 1888 to 1896 and fall into the 127,000 to 162,000 serial number range. BBL: 6 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 Russian S&W special Finish: blue Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 152799 Condition: Factory refinished (marked on trigger guard, see above) with 98% blue finish remaining showing some muzzle and high edge wear. The edges remain sharp. The grips are very good with some moderate wear on the lower left panel, otherwise light handling marks and prominent checkering. The frame patent date marking is slightly buffed away, otherwise the markings are clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3250 Black Powder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Colt King Super Target Conversion and Factory Let Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This revolver has a factory letter confirming the serial number and stating the caliber as .45/c, with the barrel length 5 1/2", the finish as blue, the stocks as not listed, and that it shipped on November 2, 1886 to San Francisco, California. It subsequently was converted to target configuration in the 1920s-1930s by King, a Colt authorized custom shop. The hammer is a wide checkered target style with three holes, the trigger is standard, and it has been re-barreled for .38 special. This revolver has textured horn grips with brass bullseye medallions. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 Colt Special Finish: blue Grips: horn Serial Number: 117834 Condition: Good as custom converted and refinished. 30% of the custom blue finish remains with moderate muzzle, ejector shroud, grip strap, and cylinder wear. There are a few dings overall. The grips are very good. Front sight plastic is chipped and the mirror is moderately scratched. Mechanically needs work as it does not have half cock capabilities.
Thumbnail 3251 Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Holster and Stag Grips Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1907. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line Hartford address with the left side marked "38 W.C.F." the left side of the frame has the two line, three patent dates marking followed by a circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is stamped on the frame, trigger guard, and back strap with the assembly number "2943" stamped on the loading gate. The left side of the trigger guard has the Colt triangle proof and the number "6". Casehardened frame and hammer with blue on the remaining parts, blade front and frame notch rear sights, and fitted with stag grips. The right grip panel is numbered to the gun and the left grip panel is numbered "301491" and stamped "HAND MADE BY/D.C." With an open top and toe Triple K leather holster. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: stag Serial Number: 301498 Condition: Very good. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 20% original blue finish with the balance a smooth gray patina. The cylinder retains heavy amounts of blue (mostly in the flutes) and the grip straps retain traces of original blue in the protected areas (mostly on the trigger guard) with the overall balance a mottled gray patina. The frame retains traces of original case colors in the protected areas with the balance a mottled gray patina. There is some pin point pitting. The grips are excellent with only the slightest handling marks. Holster is in excellent condition.
Thumbnail 3252 Engraved Blackpowder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Tooled Leather Belt and Holster Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 Manufactured in 1883 and subsequently modified. The barrel and cylinder have been replaced and the revolver features New York style floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the lower portion of the frame, with a star burst and zigzag line and dot designs on the frame ahead of the cylinder, the same design on the top and back straps, and a shell design on the recoil shield, loading gate and top of the back strap. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line block letter address, "41 COLT" on the left side and the left side of the frame is marked with the three line, three patent dates in an oval panel. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. The "4" is overstamping a "2" on the frame and a "3" on the trigger guard and back strap. (the writer believes this to be a factory error). Standard blade front, frame notch rear sights, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. Complete with a matching leather tooled gun belt with 12 large caliber cartridge loops on the back and single loop holster. The belt measures 39 inches. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 41 Colt Finish: blue/casehardend Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 88040 Condition: Very good as period modified with traces of blue finish remaining on the replacement barrel, mainly in the protected areas. The remaining metal surfaces have a gray patina with some minor pitting on the cylinder. The grips are very good with a few minor dings and prominent checkering. The markings and engraving are clear. The action is fine. The holster is very good with some minor normal usage scuffs and age cracking on the back, and tight stitching. With the exception of the loop that secures the holster and belt loop being torn, the belt is good with normal flex cracking on the back and tight stitching.
Thumbnail 3253 Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Revolver Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Produced in 1904. Blade and notch sights, with the two line Hartford address on top of the barrel and "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" roll stamped on the left side. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three date patent markings followed by the circled Rampant Colt trademark. Loading gate has the assembly number "3396". Checkered grips with Rampant Colt imprints. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44-40 WCF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 256787 Condition: Very good plus, with 20% of the original blue finish mainly concentrated in the protected area around the trigger guard and ejector housing, showing a mixed gray and brown patina overall with a small amount of pitting, scattered spotting and handling marks. The case colors have silvered out, with traces of the pattern on the front strap. Grips are very good, with some dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3254 Colt Bisley Model Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Revolver Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Manufactured in 1900. Fixed blade front sight, one line Hartford address on top of barrel and "(BISLEY MODEL)/COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" roll engraved on left. The frame has the two line, three date patent marking followed by the circled Rampant Colt on the left side, "7" above the firing pin hole in the hammer cutout and "1540" assembly number marked on the loading gate. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Wide, low hammer spur with smooth wide trigger, characteristic "humpback" grip and fitted checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval at the top. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44-40 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 198916 Condition: Fair. The revolver has been buffed and the metal surfaces have a gray appearance with some scattered pin prink type pitting over artificial brown. The grips are very good with a few small minor dings and crisp checkering. The cylinder is a refinished modern replacement. The markings remain crisp and clear. The action is fair.
Thumbnail 3255 Very Fine and Desirable Blue Finish Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 4,750.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 9,500.00 - 14,000.00 Remington manufactured only about 2,000 Model 1890 Single Action Army revolvers from 1891 to 1894. The Model 1890 Single Action revolver was a competitor to the Colt Single Action Army. Examples of the Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army are scarce and very desirable. The revolver had a high polish blue finish, the hammer casehardened and the trigger is niter blue. The barrel is fitted with a nickel-silver front sight blade. The top of the barrel is marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION.N.Y.". The caliber designation, "44 C.F.W." (44-40) is stamped on the left side of the frame below the cylinder, and "WK" has been scratched into the frame behind the caliber marking and a "#" has been scratched into the frame on the lower right side ahead of the cylinder. The serial number, "330" is located on the left side of the butt underneath the grip panel. Fitted with hard rubber checkered grips with the "RA" monogram at the top and lanyard stud and ring on the butt. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44-40 Finish: blue Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 330 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 50% plus original blue finish with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance and some lightly scratched initials (see above). The hammer shows 40% original case colors with a smooth mottled gray patina on the balance. The grips are excellent with a couple of minor dings and crisp checkering. The markings remain crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3256 Desirable Dual Tone, Blue Finish Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver with Nickel Trigge Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 7,500.00 This is a fine example of a Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver. Remington manufactured approximately 25-30,000 Model 1875 Revolvers between 1875 and 1889. The top of the barrel is marked "E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILLION. N.Y. U.S.A." , the serial number, "478" is marked on the left side of the butt under the grip. Pinched blade front and frame notch rear sights, lanyard stud and ring on the butt, blue finish with casehardened hammer, nickel plated trigger guard and fitted with smooth two-piece walnut grips. This revolver was Remington's attempt to compete with Colt's Single Action Army, however lacked the advantage of Colt's early start in Government sales. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 CF Finish: blue/nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 478 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 40% original blue finish. The exposed areas have a gray and brown patina, showing some pin prick type pitting on the barrel and cylinder. The trigger guard retains most of the original nickel finish with some flaking and a small amount of minor pitting under the finish. The grips are also fine with 75% plus original varnish, a couple of small chips on the right heel and a few minor pressure dents and dings. The barrel marking is clear. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3257 Remington Model 1890 Single Action Revolver Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,500.00 This Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army revolver was manufactured circa 1893. Remington manufactured only 2,020 Model 1890 Single Action revolvers and surviving examples are scarce and highly desirable. The revolver has the distinctive round barrel that lacks the web beneath the ejector housing found on Model 1875 Remington revolvers. The butt has the lanyard ring that was standard on Model 1890 revolvers. The revolver has a full blue finish with black two-piece checkered hard rubber grips. The Remington "RA" monogram is in a panel at the top of the grip. The serial number "1217" is stamped on the lower left side of the frame beneath the grips. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line legend "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION, N.Y.". The caliber designation "44 C.F.W." is stamped in small letters on the left side of the frame. The loading gate is stamped with an assembly number "1257". BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 WCF Finish: blue Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 1217 Condition: Fine as partially refinished (barrel near the replaced front sight). The revolver retains 25% of the original blue finish which is mostly in protected areas. The balance of the revolver has a smooth gray-brown patina. The markings on the barrel and frame are crisp. The grips are modified. There is a small chip in the heel of the left grip and there are three indentations (two above the absent screw escutcheon and one below it) in the right grip. The action functions fine, but will drop the hammer from half-cock when the trigger is pulled. This is a solid example of a scarce and very desirable Remington Model 1890 Single Action Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3258 Very Fine Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 8,500.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 This is an example of a Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army revolver that was manufactured between 1875 and 1879. The revolver has a full nickel plated finish with two-piece walnut grips. The serial number "96" is stamped on the left side of the butt underneath the grip. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped with the one-line legend "E. REMINGTON & SONS. ILLION. N.Y. U.S.A." This later production revolver is not fitted with the lanyard ring on the butt which was standard on earlier revolvers. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 CF Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 96 Condition: Very fine to near excellent. The revolver retains 90% of the original nickel plated finish. The finish has some minor flaking on the edges the ejector housing, the lower left side of the frame, on the face and leading edge of the cylinder and on the sides of the hammer. The grips retain 75% of the original varnish. The barrel markings are clear. The action is crisp but the hammer will not hold at half-cock. This is a "well above the rest" example of an untouched original nickel plated Remington Model 1875 Single Action Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3259 U.S. Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 3,750.00 Manufactured from 1872 to 1888 with a total production of approximately 6,000, with approximately 5,000 sold to the U.S. government. The pistol has an 8 inch blue barrel, casehardened frame with distinctive hump on the back strap. The left side of the frame is marked "REMINGTON ILION N.Y. U.S.A./PAT. MAY 3D NOV. 15TH 1864 APRIL 17TH 1866". There are "P" and "S" acceptance makings on the left side of the frame and a clear boxed "CRS" cartouche on the left side of the grip. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 50 CF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: nsn Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 70% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The frame retains 75% original case colors. The wood is fine with some scattered minor pressure dents and a small missing chip on the grip (right side near frame). The cartouche is crisp. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3260 Remington 22 Caliber Rolling Block Pistol Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 Rocky Mountain blade front and notch rear sights, with the two line address and patent dates on the left side of the casehardened frame. The pistol has been outfitted as a rimfire 22, complete with functional sliding extractor and a 6 o'clock striker. Smooth forearm and pistol grip stock. Remington performed a number of these .22 conversions from existing inventories of U.S. Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistols. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 22 LR Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: NSN Condition: Fine, with 40% of the original blue finish, concentrated in the protected areas, with a mixed brown patina overall and scattered spotting and handling marks. Case colors are good, with a brown and gray patina showing and vivid color in the low areas. Wood is fine, with a few chips absent near the frame, a crack forming at the rear of the butt, and hammering on the butt. Mechanically very good.
Thumbnail 3261 U.S. Remington Model 1871 Army Rolling Block Pistol Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured from 1872 to 1888 with a total production of approximately 6,000, with approximately 5,000 sold to the U.S. government. The pistol has an 8 inch blue barrel, casehardened frame with distinctive hump on the back strap. The left side of the frame is marked "REMINGTON ILION N.Y. U.S.A./PAT. MAY 3D NOV. 15TH 1864 APRIL 17TH 1866". There are "P" and "S" acceptance makings on the left side of the frame and a clear boxed "CRS" cartouche on the left grip. BBL: 8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 50 CF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: nsn Condition: Very good. The barrel retains 30% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina with some minor spotting. The frame retains traces of original case colors. The wood is fine with a number of minor pressure dents and scratches with an "X" and a gash on the right side of the grip. The cartouche is crisp. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3262 U.S. Remington Model 1867 Navy Rolling Block Pistol Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,300.00 Manufactured in the early 1870s on government contract. Standard Remington address and patent marking along the lower edge of the left side of the frame, "I/W.D.W./(upside down) anchor" on top of the barrel, "P/F.C.W" on the right side of the frame and smooth grip. The serial number appears on the barrel directly ahead of the forearm. BBL: 7 inch round Stock: Gauge: 50 CF Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 3206 Condition: Very good as refinished. The pistol has a smooth artificial brown-gray patina. The sanded and reoiled wood has a few minor handling marks. Mechanically fine.
Thumbnail 3263 Master Engraved Silver Inlaid Smith & Wesson 44 Double Action Frontier Model Revolver with Panel Sce Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 This Smith & Wesson revolver model was also known as the "D.A. Frontier". It is a top-break revolver which automatically ejects spent cartridges when opened. This revolver features floral scroll engraving with a punch dot background on the barrel sides and lug, rear sides of the top strap, cylinder flats, frame and back strap, with silver inlaid accents and bordering. There are two silver inlaid concentric bands around the muzzle. The front portion of the top strap and top of the frame flanking the hammer, and bottom of the frame have a feather design, and the top of the top strap has a simple line design with silver inlaid line bordering. In addition the left side of the frame has a wooded river scene with a silver relief man in a canoe and the right side has a mountain scene with a silver relief big horn ram. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the two line address/patent dates and the matching serial number is marked on the butt, with silver inlaid and scallop bordering, the rear face of the cylinder, barrel latch and top strap. The S&W trade mark logo is marked on the right side of the frame. Pinned blade front and notch rear sights, all blue finish with casehardened trigger and hammer and is fitted with two-piece smooth pearl grips with S&W medallions. BBL: 4 inch solid rib Stock: Gauge: 44 Russian Finish: blue Grips: pearl Serial Number: 38853 Condition: Mater embellished with 99% blue finish remaining, showing some normal usage wear on the barrel latch and upper front strap. All of the silver inlay remains. The grips are excellent with a few light scuffs on the bottoms. Mechanically fine. The engraving and markings are sharp. Truly a spectacular engraved and silver inlaid 44 D.A. revolver.
Thumbnail 3264 Smith & Wesson New Model 3 Australian Model Single Action Revolver with Shoulder Stock and Case Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 4,750.00 - 6,500.00 One of approximately 250-300 manufactured circa1880’s on contract order for the Australian Colonial Police. The top of the barrel rib is marked with the two line address/patent dates and the matching serial number is marked on the butt, rear face of the cylinder, barrel latch and barrel. Pinned blade front and notch rear sights, nickel finish with casehardened hammer and trigger guard, and fitted with checkered hard rubber grips with "S&W" logo at the top. The revolver is cut for a shoulder stock and comes with an original proof-marked, (mis-matched serial number, 13048) shoulder stock and original shoulder stock leather case. The stock is walnut with nickel plated attaching iron, with a checkered hard rubber S&W buttplate. The case is brown leather with two strap cutouts on the lower right side, iron ring attached to the back and marked with the rack number "179 and a “broad arrow" proof mark. A rare and all matching number (except stock) Australian Model S&W. BBL: 6 1/2 inch solid rib Stock: Gauge: 44 Russian Finish: nickel Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 23386 Condition: Fine. The revolver retains 30-40% of the original nickel finish with the balance showing evidence of having been cleaned leaving those areas blended bright. The hammer retains 90% original bright case colors and the trigger guard has a smooth silver gray, with strong bright original case colors in the protected areas. The grips are also fine with a couple minor scuffs on the lower edges and slightly worn checkering. The markings are clear. The action is very fine. The stock is very good with a few minor dings and scratches on the wood and 75% plus original nickel finish on the hardware. The pouch is good, the back shows normal cracking and flaking of the leather, there are a few scuffs, scratches and flex wear on the front, and the stitching remains tight.
Thumbnail 3265 Smith & Wesson Model 3 Second Model Russian Single Action Revolver Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,250.00 Manufactured circa 1873 to 1878 with approximately 85,200 manufactured, this model is commonly known as the Old Model Russian and is easily recognizable by the spurred trigger guard. The Second Model Russian was manufactured with a 7 inch solid rib barrel with a pinned blade front sight with notched rear sight on barrel latch. The serial number is marked on the butt and the matching assembly number "799" is marked on the cylinder, barrel, and barrel latch. Directly behind the serial number is a double stamped diamond with a double stamped "S" and an "H" inside the diamond. The top of the rib is marked "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD. MASS. U.S.A. PAT. JULY 10.60. JAN. 17. FEB. 17. JULY. 11 65 & AUG. 24. 69. RUSSIAN MODEL". The bottom of the barrel lug is marked with the letter "C". All nickel finish with casehardened hammer, trigger guard, and trigger. Fitted with smooth oiled walnut grips with mismatched serial number stamped on the inside of the right panel. BBL: 7 inch solid rib Stock: Gauge: 44 Russian Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 35906 Condition: Very fine. The revolver retains 85% original nickel finish with some flaking on the muzzle, cylinder, breech end of the barrel, lug and top strap, and on the edges of the grip straps. There is a smooth dark patina on the exposed surfaces. There is some speckled flaking on the frame. The hammer shows 40% dark original case colors, while the trigger guard has a smooth mottled gray patina. The grips are fine overall. The right panel is lighter in color, with straight grain, and minor repaired crack running the length of the panel, and the left panel shows a few minor dings. The barrel marking is clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3266 Scarce Commercial Variation Smith & Wesson Model 3 First Model Russian Single Action Revolver with F Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,000.00 Identical to American Models except for the barrel address and chambered for the 44 Russian rather than the 44 American. This is a commercial variation revolver numbered within the American Model serial range. Smith & Wesson manufactured a total of 26,000 1st Model Russians between 1871 and 1874, 5,165 for commercial sales and rejected contract arms, the balance were Russian contract arms. This particular revolver was manufactured in 1874 and features a pinned blade front sight with notched rear sight on barrel latch. The matching serial number is marked on the butt, rear cylinder face, barrel, and barrel latch. Next to the serial number on the butt is the five point Smith & Wesson refinish mark. The top of the rib is marked "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD. MASS. U.S.A. PAT. JULY 10.60. JAN. 17. FEB. 17. JULY. 11 65 & AUG. 24. 69. RUSSIAN MODEL". All blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger, the lanyard on the butt has been removed and a screw has been placed in the hole. Fitted with checkered walnut grips and with mismatched number (17565) stamped on the inside of the right panel. The accompanying factory letter verifies the serial number as having an 8 inch barrel, blue finish, smooth walnut grips and that it was shipped as 1 of 100 to M.W. Robinson, New York, N.Y. on March 28th 1874. BBL: 8 inch solid rib Stock: Gauge: 44 Russian Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 30032 Condition: Refinished by Smith & Wesson (marked with star) with 97% factory blue finish remaining, with some muzzle wear, a drag line and two scratches around the cylinder. The scratches appear to have been caused by the trigger guard screw on the bottom of the frame. There is some minor pitting under the finish on the cylinder. The hammer and trigger have a smooth mottled brown patina. The grips are good with a few minor dings and moderate wear to the checkering. The markings are clear. The action is fine.
Thumbnail 3267 Winchester 10 Gauge Signal Cannon with Carriage and Samples Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,250.00 Introduced in 1903 this unique breech loading cannon measures 12 inches long with "- NOT FOR BALL -" marked towards the front and the two line Winchester address/patent markings near the breech with "10 GA" marking. Cannon is mounted on an 11 3/4 inch long by 5 inch wide cast iron carriage finished with Japanese black enamel and with two metal wheels. Both sides of undercarriage marked "W.R.A. Co./TRADE MARK/REGISTERED IN U.S.A.". With a box of 5 Samples of Winchester Paper Shot Shells and a Winchester sample of standard smokeless powders. BBL: Stock: Gauge: 10 Finish: blue/black enamel Grips: Serial Number: 514 Condition: Very fine with 75% original blue finish on the barrel with a few slight areas of surface oxidation, pinpoint pitting, and a few deep scratches present. With the balance fading to a plum/grey patina. The carriage is good with 50% of the original black enamel present with the balance flaking off to expose the iron underneath and the iron showing areas of slight oxidation. The wheels are good with slight signs of wear present to the expose metal underneath. The samples are good with slight wear. An interesting piece for any cannon enthusiast.
Thumbnail 3268 Brass Cannon with Carriage Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,000.00 Brass construction, 32 1/2 inches long with a 2.13 inch bore and 2 inch trunnions. No makers marks are visible. With a wood carriage, 18 inches wide and 23 inches long, equipped with a sliding elevation block. Included with the cannon is a set of wooden ammunition storage blocks. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. The brass has taken on a green tinted patina, and the carriage shows mild wear overall.
Thumbnail 3269 Brass Cannon with Carriage Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Measuring 22 inches in overall length, with a 1.48 inch bore, 1.48 inch diameter trunnions and a touchhole bored through the knob. No makers marks are visible. The black painted steel carriage is 19 1/2 inches tall and 14 1/4 inches wide at the wheels, and 28 inches long. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good. The cannon shows a fine aged patina, tinted green inside the bore with some light handling marks overall. The carriage is good, showing areas of paint loss and rust.
Thumbnail 3270 Grouping of Military Themed Collectibles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 1) National ROTC 1946 rifle match first place plaque. 2) Bronze Buereau Brothers percussion musket from an unknown monument, 54 1/ inches long. 3) Small double face eagle/shield powder flask. 4) The Civil War Centennial Commission 1961-1965 medallion. 5) WWI commemorative artillery shell. 6) Blueprints (9 total) for the 45 and 30 caliber Colt Gatling Gun. 7) Two WWI military service posters (see image). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with the finish showing flaking and blistering. 2) Very fine with a smooth dark patina with a small crack near the muzzle. 3) Very good with a couple dents and a broken spring. Has an attractive untouched aged patina. 4) Excellent. 5) Fine with the casing having an untouched aged patina and the ballistic cap having mild oxidation. 6) Overall very good as rolled. 7) Good as rolled.
Thumbnail 3271 Gatling Plate From An 1883 Colt Gatling Gun Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,200.00 Typically this plate would be attached to the breech end of a barrel housing and would house the spirit level. The spirit level was used in sighting the gun. The bronze plate measures 3 5/8 inches in diameter and the entire edge is engraved. There is an oval hole in the center of the plate where the spirit level would rest, with 1 hole above and 1 below. On either side of the oval hole are engraved flourishes and in block letters is "GATLING GUN/PATENTED". At 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock are 2 larger screw holes on the outside edge. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent condition.
Thumbnail 3272 Sioux Indian Tri-State Round-Up Photograph and U.S. Army in Action Print Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) "Sioux Indians in Tribal Costume, Tri-State Round-Up, Belle Fourche, S.D." photograph in a 33 1/4 inch x 9 inch wooden frame. Held in the Black Hills, the Tri-State Round Up was one of the largest rodeos in the American West and was held every July for over 80 years. 2) U.S. Army in Action series print "Gatlings to the Assault", the depiction of the use of Gatlings on the U.S. assault of San Juan Hill during the Spanish-American War (see image). Professionally framed (27 1/4 inches x 24 1/4 inches). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with a minor tear. 2) Excellent.
Thumbnail 3273 Highly Desirable U.S. Inspected Colt Model 1883 Gatling Gun with Field Carriage and Caisson Start Price: 100,000.00High Bid: 210,000.00Estimate: 200,000.00 - 350,000.00 This is a beautiful example of a U.S. Government inspected Colt Model 1883 Gatling gun with carriage and rare caisson. The Gatling gun was first developed in 1862 when Richard Jordan Gatling was issued the first patent covering "Improvements in Revolving Battery Guns". The first Gatling gun was capable of a cyclic rate of 200 rounds per minute, by the time this model was developed it had a cyclic rate that reached as high as 1,500 per minute. The Gatling Gun revolutionized warfare and with Gatling's engineering invention changed the way wars were fought forever. Gatling's basic mechanism is used on ship and aircraft guns today. The brass encased 10 barrel cluster is approximately 50 inches in length including the breech section. The trunnion strap is engraved "MANUFD BY/COLTS Pat F.A. Mfg.Co./HARTFORD CONN.". Directly behind the housing for the Accles feed mechanism is marked "1886" over script inspectors initials. Directly behind the marking is the oval plate which houses the spirit level. The plate is marked "GATLING GUN" at the top and "PATENTED" at the bottom. Below the plate is engraved "MODEL 1883/No. 435/CAL. 45". The inspectors initials "D.F.C." are stamped at the end of the housing. There is a sight mounted on each side of the housing at the rear. The side mounted crank allows for a firing rate of about 600-800 rounds a minute. Some of these guns had a rear mounted crank which allowed a much higher rate of about 1,500 rounds a minute The donut shaped brass Accles drum magazine is mounted on top of the barrel housing. The carriage is steel construction with an ammunition box mounted on top of the axle housing on each side of the gun. The right front of the housing is stamped "WATERVLIET ARSENAL." and "U.S. No. 34 1886" on the left side. The same marking is repeated on the axle housing on the carriage. The stampings are red paint filled. All of the carriage has been nicely painted black. The carriage has two large tan painted spoked wheels with iron rims. Behind the gun on the yoke is a spring loaded seat. The caisson attaches to the yoke of the carriage by means of the towing hook and also is constructed of steel, painted black and has large wooden spoked wheels with iron rims. BBL: 45 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45-70 Government Finish: bright Grips: Serial Number: 435 Condition: Very fine overall. The brass components remain bright with a fine aged patina over scattered nicks and dings. All of the spokes in the wheels are excellent. There are a few minor chips in the restored paint and some visible light pitting which simply adds character to the set. The drum magazine has moderate dents and a couple of professional solder repairs, otherwise in very good condition. It is fully operational. This is an impressive piece of ordnance that would be the centerpiece of any U.S. martial or Colt collection.
Thumbnail 3274 Fine 1800's Style Fortification Salute Cannon with Metal Carriage Start Price: 7,500.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 15,000.00 - 25,000.00 Measuring 31 1/2 inches in overall length, with a 1.67 inch bore, 2.1 inch diameter trunnions, the cannon lacks visible makers or weight marks though appears sized as a 2-pounder. Three separate coatings of enamel paint have been applied, light tan bordering on off-white on top, then orange, and then a dark gray, with a wide decorative front band and ribs ahead of and behind the touchhole. A similar paint job, four layers deep, is present on the carriage, showing black over orange over green over gray, measuring 18 inches wide and 27 inches long, with a set of solid metal wheels, a pair of metal bars connecting the side panels, and raised column patterns on either side of the trunnion mounts. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good, with attractively age old painted finish concentrated towards the breech, flaking off in layers with some mild spotting and roughness on the exposed areas. Carriage is in similar condition, with more finish in the protected areas.
Thumbnail 3275 Fine 1800's Style Fortification Salute Cannon with Metal Carriage Start Price: 7,500.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 15,000.00 - 25,000.00 Measuring 31 1/2 inches in overall length, with a 1.67 inch bore, 2 inch diameter trunnions, the cannon lacks visible weight or makers marks and appears to be a 2-pounder. Two separate coatings of enamel paint have been applied, first black, then a light tan bordering on off-white, with a wide decorative front band and ribs ahead of and behind the touchhole. A similar paint job, three layers deep, is present on the carriage, showing black over orange over green, measuring 18 inches wide and 27 inches long, with a set of solid metal wheels, a pair of metal bars connecting the side panels, and raised column patterns on either side of the trunnion mounts. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good, with attractive aged painted finish remaining, showing a rough metal finish to the exposed areas and bore. The touchhole is closed, possibly spiked and partially redrilled. Overall, an attractive antique salute gun.
Thumbnail 3276 Pair of Magnificent Perdew Half Scale Mallard Decoys Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 8,000.00 This is a beautiful pair of 1/2 scale mallard decoys made and painted by Charles Perdew for F.D. Loomis. Loomis and F.W. Paralee were commissioned by the State of Illinois to document all of the decoys made in the state. They recorded over 200 carvers in "The Decoys and Decoy Carvers of Illinois" The most prolific and best known carver on the Illinois River was Charles Perdew (1874 - 1963). During his sixty-year carving career he made thousands of hunting decoys using a drawknife, wood gouge, whittling knife, and a make shift mechanical sander fashioned out of an old treadle sewing machine. Perdew carved mostly puddle ducks, mallard, pintail, green and blue winged teal, wood duck, diver ducks, bluebill, canvasback, and geese. He also carved decoys for crow hunting. There was once a bounty on dead crows in Illinois. Perdew influenced many Illinois carvers and several he personally taught. Perdew also made a few mechanical owl decoys whose heads turned and made a rasping sound as a string was pulled. This lot features two mallards, a hen, and a drake. As noted above they were given to Mr. Loomis by Charles Perdew and are both marked on the bottom "Loomis/Monmouth, Ill./ssn". The ducks are as expected beautifully carved and painted by Perdew. They are approximately 9 1/2 inches long, 3 1/2 inches wide and stand just under 6 inches to the top of the head. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent. A fine addition to any decoy collection.
Thumbnail 3277 Perdew Miniature Mallard Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is a super example of a miniature carved mallard done by Charles Perdew (1874-1963). Perdew was the best known and most prolific decoy carver on the Illinois River, having carved thousands of decoys over a 60 year career. Perdew has also carved a few crow decoys, (there was once a bounty on dead crows in the State of Illinois), but mostly carved puddle ducks, mallards, pintail, green and blue winged teat, canvasback, bluebill, wood and diver ducks, and geese. Perdew used a drawknife, wood gouge, whittling knife, and a make shift mechanical sanded fashioned from an old treadle sewing machine. Perdew influenced many Illinois carves, some he even personally taught. His expertise and unique style shine in this miniature mallard drake which stands on a piece of pine bark with his wings extended. Until 1941 Perdew's wife Edna painted most of his work, however this example has the obvious painting style of Charles himself., and it is very beautifully done. There is a piece of green felt on the bottom. The base is 2 inches long, 1 5/8 inches wide and it stands 1 1/2 inches at it's highest point. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. A really cool addition to any duck, outdoor motif or miniature collection.
Thumbnail 3278 Pair of Perdew 1/3 Scale Miniature Mallards Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 6,500.00 This is a beautiful pair of 1/3 scale mallard decoys made by Charles Perdew and painted by his wife Edna. F.D. Loomis. Loomis and F.W. Paralee were commissioned by the State of Illinois to document all of the decoys made in the state. They recorded over 200 carvers in "The Decoys and Decoy Carvers of Illinois" The most prolific and best known carver on the Illinois River was Charles Perdew (1874 - 1963). During his sixty-year carving career he made thousands of hunting decoys using a drawknife, wood gouge, whittling knife and a make shift mechanical sander fashioned out of an old treadle sewing machine. Until 1941 his wife, Edna painted most of the decoys, as is the case with this pair. Although the two used the same basic patterns and paints, their styles were quite different. Edna used wet-on-wet blending and more "combing" which made her style softer. Combing was a technique used by many of the Illinois River carvers to emulate the ducks vermiculation (fine barred lines found on some feathers). Perdew used mostly bold loops painted on a dried base color to detail his feathers. Perdew carved mostly puddle ducks, mallard, pintail, green and blue winged teal, wood duck and diver ducks, bluebill, canvasback and geese. He also carved decoys for crow hunting. There was once a bounty on dead crows in Illinois. Perdew influenced many Illinois carvers and several he personally taught. Perdew also made a few mechanical owl decoys whose heads turned and made a rasping sound as a string was pulled. This lot features two mallards, a hen and a drake and are both marked "Charles/ Perdew", (parts faint) on the bottom. The drake has his head erect, while the extraordinary sleeper hen has her head turned with her bill resting on her back. The ducks are as expected beautifully carved by Perdew and painted by Edna. They are approximately 5 1/4 inches in length, 2 1/2 inches wide, the drake is 3 1/4 inches tall to the top of his head and the hen is 2 1/2 inches tall. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The sleeper hen is excellent. The drake is very fine with a dent above the left eye. A beautiful pair of Perdew miniatures that would highlight any decoy collection.
Thumbnail 3279 Fantastic Perdew Miniature Mallard Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 This is a fantastic example of a Charles Perdew (1874-1863) carved miniature mallard duck. Perdew was the best known and most prolific decoy carver on the Illinois River, having carved thousands of decoys over a 60 year career. Perdew has also carved a few crow decoys, (there was once a bounty on dead crows in the State of Illinois), but mostly carved puddle ducks, mallards, pintail, green and blue winged teat, canvasback, bluebill, wood and diver ducks, and geese. Perdew used a drawknife, wood gouge, whittling knife, and a make shift mechanical sanded fashioned from an old treadle sewing machine. Perdew influenced many Illinois carvers, some he even personally taught. His expertise and unique style shine in this miniature mallard drake which stands on a piece of knotty pine with his wings extended back. Until 1941 Perdew's wife Edna painted most of his work, however this example has the obvious painting style of Charles himself. It is very beautifully done with bright and brilliant colors and the detail is unbelievable. There is a piece of green felt on the bottom. The base is 1 inch by 1 1/4 inches and it stands 2 1/4 inches to the top of his head. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with all of the beautiful brilliant colors remaining. A super example of a miniature Perdew.
Thumbnail 3280 Perdew Flying Pintail Hen Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,300.00 This is a beautiful example of a flying pintail hen carved by Charles Perdew (1874-1863). Perdew was the best known and most prolific decoy carver on the Illinois River, having carved thousands of decoys over a 60 year career. Perdew has also carved a few crow decoys, (there was once a bounty on dead crows in the State of Illinois), but mostly carved puddle ducks, mallards, pintail, green and blue winged teat, canvasback, bluebill, wood and diver ducks and geese. Perdew used a drawknife, wood gouge, whittling knife and a make shift mechanical sanded fashioned from an old treadle sewing machine. Perdew influenced many Illinois carvers, some he even personally taught. Until 1941 Perdew's wife Edna painted most of his work, which is the case with this piece. Edna used wet-on-wet blending and more "combing" which made her style softer. Combing was a technique used by many of the Illinois River carvers to emulate the ducks vermiculation (fine barred lines found on some feathers). Perdew used mostly bold loops painted on a dried base color to detail his feathers. This unique piece is a pintail hen in flight. The base is a the barked knot of a red cedar tree with a wire extending from the center supporting the figure. The base is 2 5/8 inches by 1 7/8 inches and it stands 3 7/8 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. There is some flaking of the paint along the front edges and a small piece of the right wing is absent.
Thumbnail 3281 Perdew Miniature Duck Call Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 This is an excellent example of a unique miniature duck call carved by Charles Perdew (1874-1963). Charles Perdew was the best known and most prolific decoy carver on the Illinois River, having carved thousands of decoys over a 60 year career. He also made wooden birdcalls for duck and crow hunters. His common calls were made from red cedar turned on a lathe with decorative rings around the barrel and reinforced with German silver bands. This piece is made from red cedar with the decorative turned rings and German silver reinforcing bands. Around one end of the barrel is stamped "CHAS. H. PERDEW, HENRY, ILI". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3282 Signed T. Wylie Marsh Scene Oil Painting Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 5,000.00 Painted by T. Wylie and dated 1915, this painting depicts a marsh scene featuring a flock of mallard ducks being fired upon by a hunter in the tall marsh grasses (see image). This oil painting on canvas has been professionally framed. The ornate frame measures 25 1/4" x 30 1/4". Further research could provide some interesting results. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. The painting is very fine showing some age stress lines.
Thumbnail 3283 Oil Painting of Dog with Pheasant in Decorative Frame Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 375.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 Oil on canvas painting, unsigned, depicting a dog with pheasant in mouth in tall grass. The picture measures 29 1/2 inches high, 23 1/2 inches wide. The wood frame has an inner border painted in fading gold, with carvings around the outer border. The frame measures 36 inches high and 30 inches wide. Wire hanger installed on the back. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, the paint appears to have some old and small touched up areas, with some fabric repairs on the backing.
Thumbnail 3284 Signed A.E. Rosvalt Woodland Scene Oil Painting Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Painted by A.E. Rosvalt and dated 1912, this painting depicts a woodland scene featuring a flight of quail (see image). The oil painting on canvas (11 3/4"x 24 3/4") has been mounted in a wood frame. The plain frame measures 16 1/2" x 29 1/2". Further research could provide some interesting results. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. The painting is fine with some proper, original age stress cracking of the paint.
Thumbnail 3285 Signed Bird Dog Painting Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 375.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 This signed painting depicts a bird dog grasping a mallard duck in his mouth (see image). The oil painting on canvas (25 1/" x 17 1/4") has been mounted in an ornate floral frame. The frame measures 30 3/4" x 22 3/4". The back of the canvas has an illegible marking in pencil. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The painting is fine with some light spotting and a small area of flaked paint.
Thumbnail 3286 Magnificent Decorative Carved Duck by Allen Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This is a spectacular piece signed "ALLEN 74". Writer believes the carver to be Allen of Peoria, Illinois, circa 1974. This piece is completely made of wood and to the naked eye looks like a taxidermist prepared example of a real specimen. The base is made from a piece of driftwood and the blue-winged teal hen is made of wood. The color and detail is simply fantastic giving it a life like appearance. The feathers almost feel like real feathers, its incredible. The base is approximately 8 1/2 inches wide and 5 inches deep. The duck itself is approximately 10 1/2 inches long 5 inches wide and stands 7 inches high. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3287 Magnificent Decorative Decoy by Allen Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This is a magnificent example of a life like carved spoonbill duck marked "ALLEN/"77"" on the bottom. Writer believes this to be Allen of Peoria, Illinois area, circa 1977. The duck is carved from wood but looks and almost feels look a stuffed duck. The detail and colors are truly life like. The decoy measures approximately 11 inches in length 5 1/2 inches wide and 6 1/2 inches high at the tip of the bill. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3288 Miscellaneous Perdew Style Duck Carvings by Cline McAlpin Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 This lot consists of two duck carvings done by Cline McAlpin, and copy much of the style of Charles Perdew. McAlpin was one of the better known contemporary carvers who made over a thousand birds. McAlpin used a combination of his own woodworking skills and techniques he learned from Charles Perdew, who was one of the best. McAlpin began carving in 1945, having learned from Perdew, and at first borrowed some of Perdew's patterns to cut out rough body sections and heads, but his later decoys reflected his own style of carving and painting. A large number of McAlpin's carvings were used as decorative pieces only. In this lot is a flying drake mallard pin measuring approximately 3 1/4 inches in length and 2 inches high with a 1 5/8 inch pin with clasp on the back. The pin is nicely carved and beautifully painted with bright colors. The other piece is a mallard hen with her head turned back and bill lying on her back, as known as the sleeper. If one didn't know the difference, they would think this piece was done by Perdew. It measures approximately 6 1/4 inches in length 2 5/8 inches across and 3 inches high. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent.
Thumbnail 3289 Two Illinois River Decoys Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 350.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 The first of these two pieces is a full size drake mallard decoy, by unknown maker, but more than likely an Illinois carver. The second is a 1/3 scale done by Otto Garren (1890-1968). Otto Garren started carving decoys at the age of 16 and by the end of his 60 year career had done between 4 and 5 thousand decoys. In addition to the gunning and decorative decoys, representing all of the waterfowl species in Illinois, he also did several hundred miniatures of various sizes, such as this piece. This particular decoy is a canvasback duck approximately 1/2 inches in length, 2 3/4 inches wide and 4 inches tall. There is a small staple on the front and the bottom is stamped "B.D.", more than likely the owners initials. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The full size decoy is very good. The colors have dulled a bit with time and there are a few minor chips in the paint, and the head appears to have been separated at one time and repaired. The miniature is also very good, with an old chip on the head and some minor wear and aging of the paint.
Thumbnail 3290 Pair of Mallard Duck Decoys Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 200.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 This lot consists of two Mallard duck decoys, one hen, one drake made in the early 1900s. Both are nicely carved and painted. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall. Some of the paint has flaked over the years. The hen has a small chip on the head and the drake has had a 7/8 inch hole cut on the left side, apparently for adding weights, and then plugged. Both appear to have never been used.
Thumbnail 3291 Rare Monmouth Pottery Co. Marked President Abraham Lincoln Bust Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 10,000.00 This is a fine example of a porcelain President Abraham Lincoln bust produced by the Monmouth Pottery Company of Monmouth, Illinois. The back of the bust has the maker's marking. Measures 10 inches tall and 7 inches wide. The bottom of the bust has an illegible marking in pencil. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a barely noticeable small hairline crack on the bridge of the nose.
Thumbnail 3292 Rare Folk Art Carved 19th Century Wood President Abraham Lincoln Bust Signed "CP" Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 Carved out of wood, this folk art bust of President Abraham Lincoln with mesmerizing eyes measures 11 1/2 inches tall and 6 1/2 inches wide. The bottom of the bust has been punched with the initials "CP". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a couple of typical age stress or shrinkage cracks present on the back.
Thumbnail 3293 Historic Framed President Ulysses S. Grant Signed Arrest Warrant Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 This arrest warrant was penned by Ulysses S. Grant when he was President of the United States. The warrant is addressed to Oscar E. Mann, Sheriff of the County of Niagara, New York. It is in regards to fugitive Albert J. Gould who had fled to Canada and authorizes Sheriff Mann to oversee the extradition of Gould. The frame measures 25 1/2" x 21" and the back is glass so that the remainder of the arrest warrant with Grant's signature can be viewed. Professionally framed and matted, with an illustrated portrait of Grant. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. The letter shows a few stains and some separation long the folds.
Thumbnail 3294 Magnificent Nebraska Territory Three Gallon J.B. Ziegler Bellevue NT Marked Crock Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 10 3/4 inches tall and 10 1/4 inches across the top. Stamped "3" over "J. B. ZIEGLER" in a downward arch "NT" (Nebraska Territory) in the center and "BELLEVUE" in an upward arch (Bellevue stands for the town). Handles on each side. Any Territorial marked piece of stoneware is extremely rare! BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. There is a minor crack starting at the top and running downward approximately 7 1/2 inches. There are a few minor chips around the rim. Otherwise very fine overall.
Thumbnail 3295 Extraordinary Stoneware I.N. Stout Ripley, Illinois Attributed Jar Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 8,000.00 Brown glazed stoneware construction, 6 1/2 inches tall at the lip and 9 1/2 inches wide (7 1/2 inch internal diameter), decorated with a pair of molded handles on the sides and an alternating series of large 5 pointed stars and faces ringed with smaller stars. The lid shows a matching glaze, with star patterns, stripes and dots, and is topped with a small three dimensional bird which doubles as a handle. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with some mild wear overall. The lid has been separated and glued back together during the period of usage. An extremely rare piece of 19th century American stoneware.
Thumbnail 3296 Two President Lincoln Themed Water Pitchers Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Water pitcher with raised images of President Lincoln with his log cabin. Produced by Phich, measuring 8 3/4 inches high by 6 3/4 inches wide. 2) Blue glazed water pitcher produced by Uhl Pottery Co. with raised images of President Lincoln, measuring 4 inches wide by 3 1/8 inches high. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very fine, with a few chips missing at the bottom. 2) Excellent.
Thumbnail 3297 Magnificent Daum Nancy Forest Scene Vase Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 9,000.00 The Daum glassmaking company, also known as Daum Brothers, was originally established in the city of Nancy, France as the Verrerie Sainte Catherine, in which Jean Daum, a notary and industrialist by trade, was a financier. When the firm hit a nearly fatal slump Daum assumed direct control and brought it back into solvency. Under the tenure of his sons Auguste and Andre it would grow to be a leader in the field of French art glass and the Art Nouveau movement. Measuring 16 inches tall and 5 inches across the base, the exterior is adorned with a scene of a forest in wintertime. Using a combination of techniques associated with Daum, the core material is a light brown glass with yellow streaks which was overlaid with mixed darker brown glass. It was then etched through in three layers. The top unetched layer forming the foreground trees, the second layer the backgrounud trees, and then the deepest etching forming the sky and most distant background to which was added white enameled snow using a ringed effect around the base to further emphasize the illusion of depth created by the etching. The underside of the base is marked with the address/signature "Daum/(Lorraine Cross)/Nancy". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. A fantastic piece of French art glass from a premier 19th/20th Century firm.
Thumbnail 3298 Rare Early Production Teco Blue Stoneware Vase Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Measuring 8 1/2 inches tall and 4 inches wide, with the early rectangular pattern "TECO" makers mark on the underside. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3299 Rare L.C. Tiffany Studios Laburnam Lamp Start Price: 42,500.00High Bid: 42,500.00Estimate: 85,000.00 - 175,000.00 Born in 1848 and training as a painter before moving on to other mediums, Lewis Comfort Tiffany was one of the leading American artists of the Art Nouveau movement, whose works include a full redecoration of the White House on orders from Chester A. Arthur. While an expert in a number of forms, glasswork was an area of particular interest and passion. Inspired by French glass artisans, Tiffany would build on and innovate from those techniques, setting the course for a distinctly American style of glasswork with such influence that his name is virtuously synonymous with domestic art glass. Measuring 32 inches tall and 9 inches wide, the brass base has an urn profile, leading up to a set of three individually switched bulb holders, a round mounting point for the shade, and topped with a round brass cap, fitted with a short spike. On the underside of the base are the markings "TIFFANY STUDIOS/NEW YORK/19752" and "C-D/CO/S&X". The shade itself measures 22 1/2 inches wide and 11 inches high, with a floral pattern crafted from blue/white and green/white sections of opalescent Tiffany glass which are then further accented with sections of solid blue and yellow glass and clear sections with green and blue "fracture" pattern accents. Both the opalescent glass (which used completely tinted pieces of glass which are fused together completely during production as opposed to the superficially painted or laminated glass which was the style of the era) and the fracture pattern glass (a technique which requires an artist to deliberately overinflate a glass bubble to the point of failure, then sort through the debris to find pieces suitable to be fused to a base piece) were both signatures of L.C. Tiffany's studio, and were so cutting edge that he had to establish his own glass factory to have them made. The structure of the shade is provided by soldered copper foil, produced by wrapping the edges of the glass pieces with said foil, and then individually soldering them to all adjacent pieces. The lowest edge is given an irregular rolling profile complimenting the organic nature of the floral pattern. Positioned on the inside of the shade, running along one of the foil seams is a set of three copper panels marked "TIFFANY STUDIOS", "NEW YORI(sic)" and "1539" BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. The main body of the lamp shows a fine deep patina, brighter along the high edges with a few minor handling marks. Shade is excellent, with a fine original attractive patina on the copper. Nearly all of the glass panels are solid, with crisp and attractive color. (A few of these have slight flaws) A rare opportunity to own a vintage piece of American art from Tiffany Studios.
Thumbnail 3300 Beautiful Tiffany Favrile Blown Glass Fluted Stem Vase Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 Circa 1896 Tiffany vase in the popular "Favrile" blown glass with pleasing iridescent colors. This particular vase is a gathered style and is hand engraved on the bottom of the base "L.C.T. E1725". Measures 9 1/2 inches tall and stands on a base which measures approximately 3 1/4 inches in diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, shows some minor handling scuffs.
Thumbnail 3301 Extraordinary Rare Tiffany Letter Opener Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Measuring 10 1/2 inches long, with an acid etched pattern on the blade leading to a grooved grip. The rear of the grip is marked "TIFFANY STUDIOS/1097", with an unidentified symbol on each side. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with a well aged patina, darker in the grooves, with a few tiny dings on the blade.
Thumbnail 3302 Stunning Tiffany Favrile Blown Glass Decanter with Stopper Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 3,000.00 Circa 1900, this is an impressive L.C. Tiffany "Favrile" blown glass decanter with the original stopper. Iridescent gold tone with several decorative knobby protrusions on the body. Hand engraved on the bottom "L.C.T. R7440". Measures 10 inches high with the stopper in place and approximately 4 1/2 inches in diameter at its widest. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, shows some scattered light scuffing.
Thumbnail 3303 Magnificent Presentation Rosewood and Ivory Police Baton with Solid Gold Presentation Inscribed Plaq Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Measuring 22 inches in overall length, the baton is chiefly of rosewood construction, with a 3 inch long ivory tip, a 1 1/2 inch oval ivory section in the grip, and a 1 1/2 inch ivory ball pommel. The grip section is ribbed top and bottom, with a braided white cord knuckle guard ending in a pair of tassels. On the main body is a 1 1/4 inch tall golden shield, with zig-zag borders, inscribed "PRESENTED TO/SERGt/George H. Wilson/BY THE/Members of the/2nd SUB.80th PRECt./Sept. 14th. 1905." BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. The ivory sections are also excellent with attractive aged yellow color and grain. Some mild stains are present on the cord. The gold shield, and inscription, are both excellent.
Thumbnail 3304 Two Silver Shooting Trophy Cups Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 Both cups are silver finished, with a "MERIDEN" makers mark on the underside of the base. 1) Silver cup, 7 1/2 inches tall, with "Presented by Eldora Gun Club" inscribed below the rim, with the body showing a raised band with floral decoration as well as tropical themed engraving, a thin stem, and more floral designs on the base, which is marked "917" on the underside. 2) Silver cup, 9 inches tall and inscribed on both sides to the president of a New York Schuetzen group, 22 September 1890, with a pair of decorative handles, floral engraving on the main body, a thin stem surrounded by four single shot rifles, a floral base and "600" marked on the underside. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with a dark, aged patina and minor handling marks overall. 2) Good, with the body dented and some handling marks.
Thumbnail 3305 Cased Pair of French Gold Inlaid Monogrammed Knives with Tortoise Shell Grips Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Both knives are 7 7/8 inches long overall, with 4 1/8 inch round tipped blades, flared bolsters, raised scroll designs on the collars, tortoise shell handles with gold scroll inlay and "HG" in conjoined script. The leatherette case holding the pair is white silk and velvet lined with a French cut and "H.G." among the golden scrolls on the lid. 1) Etched steel blade, marked "CARDEILHAG,/A PARIS" on the left side, with a scene of 2 hunters in the woods with a dog on the left, and a dog driving a rabbit to a hunter on the right. 2) Silver finished golden blade, with raised oak leaf patterns on either side of the spine and a set of 4 small proofmarks on the right side. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent, with some dark spots on blade #2 and minimal handling marks. Case is fine, with some edge wear and scuffs.
Thumbnail 3306 Early American J. Lounes Marked American Silver Bowl Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 Measuring 5 7/8 inches wide and 4 3/4 inches tall, this bowl features a beaded rim and two beaded bands at the base, which tapers in before expanding to a square platform. The underside of the bowl is stamped "J.Lounes" twice, along with the hand markings "04/C.W.S." and "WxHxS-". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, showing a fine aged patina overall, darkest in the protected areas, with a few scattered dents.
Thumbnail 3307 Rare 19th Century American Stoneware Snake Jug Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 Brown glazed stoneware jug, 9 inches wide and 12 1/2 inches tall, with an offset spout and a three dimensional snake design wrapping around the bottle, with the head resting on top. The snake shows darker polychrome spots. No makers marks are present but is most likely of Southern origin-late 19th Century.. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. The lower jaw is absent from the snake, with some light handling marks and finish loss.
Thumbnail 3308 Extraordinary Marble Statue of an Eagle Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 Measuring 15 inches tall and 10 1/2 inches wide, this statue depicts an eagle, wings partially spread, perched on a rocky plinth. Except for the glass (decoy style) eyes and hard rubber pad on the underside of the plinth, the entire sculpture is carved from a single piece of marble. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with some minor storage marks and an attractive pattern to the marble.
Thumbnail 3309 Magnificent Cobalt Decorated Lowell Pottery Sugar Bell with Presentation Inscription Start Price: 6,000.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 12,000.00 - 18,000.00 This is a beautiful example of a presentation sugar bell made by Lowell Pottery of Tonica, Illinois. This sugar bell was presented to Mrs. Irma Greiner, a neighbor to Lowell Pottery by the employees there. It stands approximately 12 1/2 inches tall, is approximately 10 1/2 inches wide and has a 4 3/4 inch opening. There is a decorative blue band around the top and bottom. Decorated in cobalt blue on the upper portion of the bell is "MRS. IRMA. GREINER." and "SUGAR". The lower portion is nicely decorated, again in cobalt blue, with a coastal scene of fields, brick and split rail fences, a well, ocean and trees and mountains in the background. Six thick felt disks have been attached to the bottom for protection. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. There are a few chips around the edge of the opening and tight hairline crack present at the top.
Thumbnail 3310 Magnificent White Hall, Illinois Presentation Inscribed 4-Gallon Stoneware Butter Churn, Documented Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 Finished in a brown salt glaze, this churn measures 16 inches tall and 10 inches wide, with a pair of molded handles on the sides, a matching lid with hole for a plunger handle (not included). The side of the churn bears the inscription "Miss Minnie Ebey/1900". Information supplied by the consignor identifies Minnie Ebey as a resident of Winchester, Illinois and sister of Orville Ebey, one of the last members of the Ebey family in the pottery trade. The Ebey's were pioneers in Illinois pottery, being responsible for discovering a number of sources of quality stone wear clay, in addition to being forerunners in the use of drainage tile grids for converting swampland into usable cropland, a process which also prompted a drop in cases of malaria in America. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few dark spots on the back of the main body and mild handling marks overall. An attractive piece of Midwestern stoneware, with a direct connection to a leading name in Illinois pottery.
Thumbnail 3311 Rare Salt Glaze Grange Brand Three Gallon Crock Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 This is a very nice example of a rare salt glaze crock attributed to Merriman, Santa Fe, Illinois and made circa 1870. Tan in color with brown interior. The side is marked in cobalt blue "GRANGE BRAND/SIZE/3" over an old hand plow, rake, shovel and oxen yoke flanked by a floral motif. The crock is approximately 10 1/2 inches tall and 10 1/2 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3312 One and One Half Gallon Ovoid Aliff Stoneware Jar Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Made by M&N Aliff Manufacturing, Mound City, Illinois, this 1 1/2 gallon stoneware jar is brown in color and is marked "M & N ALIFF/MANUFACTURER,S/MOUND CITY/ILLS". The jar has a wide lipped rim, stands approximately 8 3/4 inches high and is approximately 8 inches wide. Moses and Noah Aliff born in England and Canada respectively began making stoneware in Maine in the 1850s and in Mound City, Illinois in the 1860s and 1870s. Samples of their work from Mound City were exhibited at the Paris Expo in 1867. In the 1880s Noah lived in Pulaski, Illinois and made pottery with his nephews James and Albert. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a couple of minor chips on the rim and a couple minor glaze pops.
Thumbnail 3313 M&N Aliff Manufacturing One Gallon Salt Glazed Preserve Jar Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,500.00 Made circa 1860-1867, this 1 gallon preserve jar has a tan salt glazed finish and marked "M & N ALLIE/MANUFACTURE,S/MOUND CITY/ILLS.". It stands approximately 10 1/4 inches high and is approximately 6 1/2 inches wide. Moses and Noah Aliff born in England and Canada respectively began making stoneware in Maine in the 1850s and in Mound City, Illinois in the 1860s and 1870s. Samples of their work from Mound City were exhibited at the Paris Expo in 1867. In the 1880s Noah lived in Pulaski, Illinois and made pottery with his nephews James and Albert. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few small glaze pops.
Thumbnail 3314 Aliff Production Half Gallon Preserve Jar Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Produced circa 1860-1867 by Moses and Noah Aliff. Measuring 4 1/2 inches wide and 9 1/4 inches tall with a salt glaze exterior, "M. & N. ALIFF/MOUND CITY/ ILL" imprinted near the top, and a deep brown internal glaze. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with some minor chips around the top and mild handling marks overall. Lid not included
Thumbnail 3315 Two Aliff Stoneware Beer Bottles Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 Both bottles are brown glaze finished, with a bulb style top, "ALOHR" imprinted on the side and a height of 7 1/2 inches. 1) Bottle, marked "N.ALIFF/(illeg)/MOUND CITY/ILLI." towards the bottom. 2) Brown bottle, with no extra markings. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Fine, with some spotting and fading of the glaze, as well as old uneven extra clay from kiln on the base. 2) Very fine, with a small chip on the lip, light fading of the glaze and a few minor handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3316 Aliff Production Half Gallon Preserve Jar Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Produced circa 1860-1867 by Noah Aliff of Mound City, Illinois. Measuring 4 1/4 inches wide at the base and 10 5/8 inches tall with an Albany Slip glaze finish and "N. ALIFF/(illeg)/MOUND CITY" imprinted near the top. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with a few small chips and handling marks.
Thumbnail 3317 Extraordinary Historical N. Couloy Nauvoo Illinois Signed 1860 Dated Albany Slip Jug Start Price: 5,000.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 10,000.00 - 20,000.00 This is truly an extraordinary N. Couloy of Nauvoo, Illinois, signed Albany slip jug dated 1860. This is the only known example to exist. The small brown jug measures 5 3/4 inches tall with a diameter of approximately 3 1/2 inches. As stated, the jug is signed "N. Couloy/Nauvoo, ILL./1860". It has a single stone handle and a 3/4 inch opening. A small city in Hancock County, Illinois, located on the bend of the Mississippi River, Nauvoo was named by Joseph Smith, Jr., the founder of the Latter Day Saints movement. Nauvoo is derived from the traditional Hebrew language with an anglicized spelling meaning "to be beautiful". Joseph Smith and his Latter Day Saint followers had been prosecuted for their beliefs from the day the religious movement began in 1830. Members of the church had hoped that Nauvoo would became a permanent safe haven. It was not to be as in 1844 an angry mob killed Joseph Smith and his bother and began burning the city of Nauvoo. Two years later Brigham Young, Smith's successor, made the decision to lead the church members on a mass exodus through the Mexican-controlled Southwest that would eventually end in forming a permanent Latter Day Saint community in the valley of the Great Salt Lake in Utah. The city of Nauvoo continues today to be a center of historical religious significance for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. More than 40 of the religious sites such as the Temple and early church member homes of Joseph Smith, Brigham Young and Heber C. Kimball have been restored or rebuilt and are opened to the public. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall.
Thumbnail 3318 Unique 1900 Dated Presentation Stoneware Jug with Raised Relief Decorations Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 This jug has the presentation inscription "G.H.G. 1900/JD and W" and is decorated with raised leaves. It features a single stone handle. The jug has an attractive brown glaze. H 11" W 9 1/2". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall.
Thumbnail 3319 Extraordinary 19th Century Steer Horn Chair with Relief Carved Decoration Start Price: 7,500.00High Bid: 9,000.00Estimate: 15,000.00 - 35,000.00 Originating in the Old Country, the horn chair uses animal horns to form a significant amount of the frame and structure, creating an item that is both unique and attractive. Horn chairs of this style are mostly associated with Victorian-era America, particularly around Chicago, Kansas city and in Texas, where an artisan would have ready access to all the horn (from stock yards) they would need to practice their craft. These chairs were sold to hotels, photographers, or wealthy individuals of the Victorian era. Measuring 40 inches tall, 24 inches wide and 20 deep, the core of this chair is a cushioned seat, upholstered in black buggy seat leather, from which a series of 16 horns extend down to form a set of 4 legs with decorative accents, capped with brass and using more buggy seat leather for the joints. Rising up from the seat is a set of 30 horns, forming the high back and arm rests. The arm rests are wrapped on top with more leather, while the joints between horns are relief carved horn caps. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine. Some of the horn sections show cracks or absences, and a section of leather buggy seat material at the front of the seat is starting to come loose. A row of tacks has also been removed from the front edge of the seat, and a few small repairs have been made overall. An attractive piece of historical American art. It was obviously made by one of the top makers of the period!
Thumbnail 3320 Magnificent Carved Oak Bench Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 An early 20th century carved oak bench having a heavy quarter sawn seat and carved backrest, having two angel style heads with wings toward both ends. The front feet are carved claw style. Measures 48 inches wide, 39 1/2 inches high and 20 1/2 inches deep. On the bottom of the seat there is a period storage tag attached, marked to company in PA. Includes a bill of sale dated 1997 with a purchase price of over $2000.00. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good original and complete condition.
Thumbnail 3321 Beautiful Oak Display Cabinet Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 A late 19th/early 20th century curio style cabinet with quarter sawn oak construction throughout. Three section fancy S cut glass fronts with a mirrored back interior and two glass shelves. Carved edge and corner decoration and top finial. Stands on four carved claw style feet. A scarce shorter sized cabinet measuring 58 inches high, 34 inches wide and 16 inches deep. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Professionally refinished to excellent condition. The upper glass shelf has three small chips along the front edge.
Thumbnail 3322 Large Lot of Antique Billiards Accessories Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 An impressive lot of antique billiards items from the late 1920/early 1930s era. The lot includes: An oak wall mountable cue rack with slots for up to 12 cues, having spring tension keepers along the top row to hold the cues securely. The cue rack is marked in gold lettering at the top "THE BRUNSWICK BALKE CALLENDER COMPANY". A walnut wall mountable ball rack with numbered shelves. Two wooden ball table racks. A complete set of wooden scoring beads on a cable. An assortment of 52 billiard balls made a various material to include clay. A complete set Brunswick Centennial Gold Crown pocket balls in the original box. Leather covered tally bottle with a complete set of tally pieces and a 20 inch by 16 inch 1930s era poster, framed behind glass, titled "A MODERN VENUS" and marked at the top "COMPLIMENTS OF/PEORIA LIFE RECREATION/28-BILLIARD TABLES-28/ALLIANCE LIFE BLDG, PEORIA ILL/GEORGE CHIAMES, MGR". These items would make a spectacular display in a private pool room or business. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All of the accessories are in good or better usable and original condition. The exception being some of the clay billiards balls, which are missing the number inlays and show wear.
Thumbnail 3323 Antique Library Table and Queen Anne Table Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 A lot of two very nice oak tables. 1) Queen Anne style leg table with carved décor and scalloped table top edges. Measures 44 inches long, 21 1/2 inches wide and 30 inches high. 2) Library table with a beautiful quarter sawn top, braided border décor on the sides of the table top supports with press decorated wide end legs. One 33 1/2 inch wide drawer. Measures 41 inches long, 26 inches wide and 28 1/2 inches high. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) The Queen Anne table is an older professional refinish which remains in very good condition, having some minor stains on the top and remnants of some red stain or paint in one small area. 2) The library table is also an older refinish and is in very good plus condition.
Thumbnail 3324 Magnificent Carved Oak Chair Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 A beautiful 1920s era chair with heavily carved back featuring what appears to be an angel centered high on the backrest. Four paw style feet with a curved seat. The chair measures 38 inches high at the back, 25 inches wide and 19 inches deep. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Professionally refinished to excellent condition.
Thumbnail 3325 Impressive Ornate Oak Floor Lamp and Piano Stool Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 2,000.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) A beautiful carved solid oak floor lamp, stands on a heavy base with four carved scroll style feet. Stands 67 inches in height including the light socket assembly. The post of the lamp starts near the base with a 4 1/2 inch diameter tapering nicely towards the top. The shade is likely a newer addition however highlights the look and style of the lamp very well. Appears to be 1920s era. 2) An early 1900s oak piano stool with quarter sawn freely rotating seat. Stands 20 inches high on a five spindle base. BBL: Stock: Gauge: N/A Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both items are in very near excellent original condition.
Thumbnail 3326 Large Ohio Made Store Front Jug with Virginia Retailer Advertisement Dated 1896 Start Price: 5,000.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 10,000.00 - 20,000.00 This is an excellent example of a very large store front jug made by The Star Stoneware Company. The bee hive style jug stands approximately 25 1/2 inches tall and is 16 inches wide. The jug is off white in color with a large strap handle. In large cobalt blue letters on one side is "ANDREWS CHINA Co./CHINA,/GLASS/AND/QUEENSWARE./ROANOKE, VA./1896" and the makers marking "THE STAR/STONEWARE CO./star/CROOKSVILLE/O." in a shield. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a couple of very minor tight lines and a small chip on the spout. All glaze and cobalt decoration is excellent. A magnificent very large piece of late 19th Century stoneware!
Thumbnail 3327 Magnificent Red Wing 10 Gallon Salt Glazed Slave Jug Start Price: 3,250.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 6,500.00 - 9,500.00 Measuring approximately 21 inches high and 14 1/2 inches across, this beautiful salt glazed jug is tan in color and decorated with a cobalt blue "10" over a flower design which measures approximately 10 1/2 inches tall and 5 inches wide. Spigot hole at the bottom and double handles on the top. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3328 Unique Midwestern 9 Gallon Decorated Salt Glaze Slave Jug Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 This is a nice example of an unique unidentified slave jug made in the 1860s. It measures approximately 20 inches high with a approximately 13 inch diameter. Spigot hole, (spigot not included), at the bottom and two handles on top. Cobalt blue painted "9" over a flower design measuring 9 inches by 10 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3329 Rare Anna Pottery Marked Five Gallon Crock Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 This is a very nice example of a rare Anna Pottery marked five gallon crock manufactured circa 1859 to 1902. The crock has a brown salt glazed finish and is marked "ANNA POTTERY" near the top. The crock stands approximately 13 1/2 inches tall and is 10 3/4 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3330 Attractive Anna Pottery Salt Glaze 3-Gallon Stoneware Churn Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 6,500.00 Fantastic grey salt glazed hand turned three gallon crock by Anna Pottery. Two applied lug handles to the sides with incised rib to accent the top of the churn. Slightly faded cobalt blue quill markings on the front of the churn, and an impressed block "3" stamp on the rear. A brown glaze is visible on the interior of the churn, and the exterior demonstrates the creamy yellow spots that are characteristics of Anna Pottery pieces. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with a few stress lines and some small chips inside brim.
Thumbnail 3331 Rare Cornwall & Wallis Kirkpatrick Mound City, Ill. Albany Slip 2 Gallon Stoneware Jar Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Circa 1857-59. Albany slip covered glaze, cylindrical jar, impression marked on the top edge of the rim "C.W.K" and "2", attributed to Cornwall and Wallace Kirkpatrick of Mound City, Illinois. Measures 11 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 8 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine, with a few small chips around the outer and inner rim and two small old chips on the bottom edge. There are 3 stable hairline cracks all of which are beginning to run through to the inside, and measure approximately 5 inches down from the rim.
Thumbnail 3332 Rare Anna (Pottery) Kirkpatrick Preserve Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,500.00 This is a nice example of a rare Kirkpatrick preserve made in Anna, Illinois. The salt glaze preserve is an attractive light yellowish brown color with lid and is marked "KIRKPATRICK/ANNA ill". It stands 10 inches high and is 5 1/2 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few small minor glaze pops. Lip is very fine.
Thumbnail 3333 Anna Pottery Stoneware Frog Mug Incised St. Louis Swamp Quail. Circa 1880 Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Brown Albany slip glazed cylindrical mug with rib at the top and base of the mug. Strap handle applied with a frog figural in the base of the mug. Incised on the mug St. Louis Swamp Quail. D 4 ½ wide at the handle, H 2 ¾. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Mug is fine with minor wear and chips at the base and the rim. The handle has a chip on the side. Frog has been professionally restored.
Thumbnail 3334 Anna Pottery Salt Glaze Preserve Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 This is a nice example of a Anna Pottery salt glazed preserve with a lid. The preserve is brown and the lid is marked "ANNA ILL". It stands approximately 7 3/8 inches tall and is 4 3/4 inches wide. The lid has not been glazed. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few small minor chips around the mouth.
Thumbnail 3335 Extremely Rare and Attractive Cornwall Kirkpatrick Mound City Production Salt Glazed Stoneware Jar Start Price: 2,750.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 5,500.00 - 8,500.00 Made circa 1857-1859 in Mound City, Illinois by Cornwall Kirkpatrick, who would later moved to Anna, Illinois along with his brother and become a founder and owner of Anna Pottery. Measuring 6 1/4 inches wide and 9 3/8 inches tall, with a fine gray salt glaze applied with albany brown clay glazed interior, with a lightly rolled edge to the flat topped lip and "C. Kirkpatrick & Co./MOUNDCITY" in cobalt blue ink on the front. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with some light handling marks overall. The glaze shows areas of thin glaze, and the markings are fading slightly.
Thumbnail 3336 Anna Pottery 3-Gallon Salt Glaze Crock in Rare Ovoid Configuration Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 Beautiful light grey salt glaze three gallon hand turned crock by Anna Pottery, measuring 11 3/8 inches tall and 10 1/4 inches wide across the rim. The piece has "ANNA Pottery" in blue on one side, with "3 3" impressed on the side, a pair of impressed bands around the neck, and a brown glazed ribbed interior with square brown accents around the top of the lip. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few tiny chips and surface cracks.
Thumbnail 3337 Rare Salt Glaze Frog Mug by Anna Pottery Dated 1883 Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,500.00 This is nice example of a rare Anna Pottery Frog Mug. Anna Pottery is well know for their whimsical frog mugs that feature a perched frog sitting in the base, meant to amuse the person drinking from the mug. Incised on the mug in cobalt blue is "St. Louis Sinkhole Quail/188(?3)". The last digit of the date is hard to read due to a glaze pop that caused a chip leaving the date unknown. The mug is approximately 2 1/2 inches high and 3 1/2 inches wide. The frog perched in the base has a beautiful yellow mustard color glaze. Salt glaze frog mugs are very rare as there are only a handful of them know. Generally the frog mugs are made with Albany glaze. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The mug is in excellent overall and in totally original condition and has a few glaze pops that occurred during firing. The frog is in perfect condition. Salt Glaze Anna Pottery frog mugs are almost non-existent.
Thumbnail 3338 Two Anna Pottery Little Brown Jugs Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This lot consists of two small Anna Pottery jugs.(1) has a very dark, (almost black), brown glaze and is inscribed Little Brown Jug/1884", with a strap handle, a rib at the base of the spout and a cork in the spout. It stands approximately 4 inches tall and approximately 3 inches wide. (2) has a brown glaze and is inscribed "ANNA POTTERY./ STATE FAIR, 1871". It has a strap handle and a rib at the base of the spout. It stands approximately 4 1/2 inches tall and is approximately 3 1/2 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent with a couple of minor glaze pops on the number 2.
Thumbnail 3339 Anna Pottery Stoneware Frog Mug Incised Cairo Water Purifier Made by Cornwall and Wallace Kirkpatric Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,750.00 Albany slip covered glaze, cylindrical mug with applied strap handle featuring a molded figure of a frog. Incised Cairo Water Purifier. Cairo, Illinois is located near Anna, Illinois along the Mississippi River and was a busy trade port during the later part of the nineteen century. D 5 ½ wide at the handle, H 3 tall. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent original condition overall, with a few minor kiln burns on the handle and inside the lip of the mug.
Thumbnail 3340 Early Anna Pottery Old Bourbon Hog flask Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 3,000.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 This is a nice example of an early Anna Pottery Hog flask. The hog has a large snout, incised eyes, molded ear, tail and legs and red highlighted mouth. The side is inscribed "Pure Old Bourbon/in a hogs----" pointing to the hogs rear where the spout is located. L 8 inches, H 3 1/4 inches and W 3 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3341 Early Anna Pottery Sow Flask Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This is a nice example of an early Sow Stoneware pig flask with incised eyes and large snout, and inscribed on the side "Good Old Rye/in a hogs ---" pointing to the rear of the pig which has the spout, (with cork). Many pig flasks that resemble this early form are not marked, which is the case with this particular example, and are made in the form of a boar, whereas this example is a sow. This pig provides the benchmark in validating the unmarked versions of early Anna Pottery pig flasks. H 3 inches, L 7 1/4 inches and W 2 1/2 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: There are two moderate chips on the left ear, otherwise excellent overall.
Thumbnail 3342 Eight Gallon Salt Glazed Water Cooler Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,800.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 This is a very nice 8 gallon water cooler with a tan salt glazed finish, with a brown interior. Above the spigot hole is a 5 1/2 inch by 6 inch cobalt blue butterfly decoration and above that is a 3 1/2 inch cobalt blue "8". The cooler stands approximately 16 inches high and 13 inches wide. The spigot and lid are absent. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3343 Impressive Ten Gallon Salt Glaze Slave Jug Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 Circa 1850s, this large piece measures 21 1/2 inches high with an approximate 15 inch diameter and the fill hole on the top measures 2 inches in diameter. There are two robust handles at the top. The jug is marked on the front with the number "10" with four underline marks and a flower decoration below in a dark blue color. There is a spigot hole on the bottom edge below the flower decoration which retains an old cork plug. No makers marks are present. Possibly from the Midwestern U.S. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3344 Large 1892 Dated Eight Gallon Salt Glazed Slave Jug Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Measuring 20 1/2 inches tall and 13 inches wide, with a pair of handles joining in the top spout, a 1" bottom spout, and "8/-***-/Gallon/1892" in blue on one side. Notes provided by the consignor state the jug was produced in the area of Macomb, Illinois. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good. Some repairs have been made to the top spigot, with a small area of glaze lost on the rear.
Thumbnail 3345 Midwestern 5 Gallon Decorated Slave Jug Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This is a very nice unidentified 5 gallon slave jug. It has a tan salt glaze finish with a cobalt blue "5" over a flower design which covers an area of approximately 8 1/2 inches by 7 inches. The jug is approximately 16 1/2 inches tall, with an approximately 13 1/2 inch diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3346 Five Gallon Bee Hive Salt Glazed Jug From the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 750.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 3,000.00 This tan salt glazed bee hive jug stands approximately 15 1/4 inches tall and is approximately 11 inches wide. It has a large strap handle and opposite the handle is a cobalt blue "4" surrounded by a wreath of what appear to be stars and below that "CENTENNIA/1876", also painted in cobalt blue. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent. There is a moderate chip on the bottom edge and overall hairline age cracking.
Thumbnail 3347 Red Wing Stoneware 20 Gallon Crock Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Measuring 19 inches wide and 20 1/2 inches tall, this crock is fitted with a pair of molded handles, with a cream colored glaze exterior, dark brown interior glaze, and "20" over a butterfly design in cobalt blue on the front of the crock. The rear of the crock, towards the bottom, is marked "RED WING/STONEWARE/COMPANY". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good, showing some cracks and handling marks.
Thumbnail 3348 Very Large Red Wing 20 Gallon Crock Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 Measuring 18 1/4 inches wide across the brim and 22 3/4 inches tall, this crock is fitted with a pair of molded handles, with a cream colored glaze exterior, dark brown interior glaze, and "20" over a floral/butterfly design in cobalt blue on the front of the crock. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with some mild handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3349 Western Stoneware Two Gallon Crock with Retail Advertising Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 This is an excellent example of a Western Stoneware crock. The crock has a cream colored salt glazed finish, marked in black paint near the top "2" flanked by a floral motif and "LAMB BROS./- - GENERAL MERCHANDISE - - /TAMA, + IOWA" below it, also in black. The crock stands 9 5/8 inches tall and is 8 3/4 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a couple of glaze pops and crazing in the finish.
Thumbnail 3350 Excellent Western 2 Gallon Pottery Jug Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Classic two tone gloss glaze finish ceramic jug, marked on the front "2" over "LAMB BROS./- -GENERAL MERCHANDISE- -/TAMA, + IOWA". Measures 12 3/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 9 1/4 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with clear markings.
Thumbnail 3351 Two Salt Glazed Red Wing Crocks Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 1) Tan 4 gallon salt glazed crock with brown interior and cobalt blue marking "4" over a 5 inch by 3 inch swirled line decoration. Approximately 11 1/2 inches tall and 11 1/4 inches wide. 2) Tan 6 gallon salt glazed crock with brown interior and blue cobalt "6" over a 6 1/2 inch by 2 inch leaf. Approximately 14 1/2 inches tall and 12 1/2 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent.
Thumbnail 3352 Rare 2 Gallon Pottery Jug with Sioux City, Iowa Liquor Advertising Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Circa 1875 beehive style 2 gallon jug with a salt glaze finish, marked in cobalt blue with the fancy "2" above the cobalt blue stenciled advertising which is a bit hard to read but appears to be "HOHNILK & WALLS/LIQUOR DEALERS./SIOUX CITY. IOWA." Measures 13 inches high with an approximate diameter of 9 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with two or three minor old chips on the bottom edge that may be natural blemishes from manufacture.
Thumbnail 3353 Collector's Lot of Two Mason House and Mineral Springs Colfax Iowa 5 Gallon Pottery Jugs Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 Two nearly identical Redwing style heavy ceramic jugs, marked on the tops with "5" in a cobalt blue color and in a black color shield style marking "FROM/THE MASON HOUSE /AND/MINERAL SPRINGS,/COLFAX/IOWA.". Finished is a smooth gloss glaze, one jug still has the cork cap in place. Both measure 17 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, both having a few small chips along the outer edge of the bottoms.
Thumbnail 3354 Impressive 5 Gallon Colfax Bottling Works Beehive Jug Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,500.00 5-gallon Colfax Bottling Works Colfax, Iowa with Cobalt stencil. This large 5 gallon ceramic jug circa 1880s has a salt glazing style upper finish giving a pleasing two tone appearance, and is marked with a raised stenciled advertising in cobalt blue "COLFAX BOTTLING WORKS" in an arch over "COLFAX,/IOWA." The size marking "5" is carved on the top near the spout. Measures 15 1/2 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 1/2 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with only the natural imperfections from manufacture.
Thumbnail 3355 Fort Dodge Stoneware Liquor Advertisement Jug and Mug Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Fort Dodge Jug, 10 inches tall and 7 1/2 inches wide, with the Fort Dodge address on the base and the markings of I. Miller & Company of Sioux City, Iowa in blue on the side. Equipped with a molded handle. 2) Stoneware mug, 4 inches tall and 3 3/8" wide, with blue stripes and "R.W. Yourex/LIQUOR DEALERS/Cedar Rapids, Ia." on the front. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with some small chips and handling marks. 2) Fine, with a vertical hairline crack at rim.
Thumbnail 3356 Rare Red Wing Stonewear Alcohol Jug, with Dubuque, Iowa Advertising Markings Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Measuring 7 inches wide at the base and 10 3/4 inches tall, the underside of the cream glaze finished jug is imprinted "RED WING/STONE WEAR", with the side of the jug marked in blue text "FROM/P.C.MURRAY & CO./FINE/LIQUORS./DUBUQUE. IOWA". A brown glaze is applied to the interior, with a handle molded into the spout. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, showing a few minor gaps and chips in the glaze, along with minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3357 Rare Redwing Marked Jug with Liquor Merchant Advertising Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 This is a nice example of a Redwing marked jug. The bottom of the jug is marked "REDWING/STONEWARE CO/REDWING MINN" and the side has a blue banner which reads "WILLIAM TATE./WINE AND LIQUOR MERCHANT/SIOUX FALLS, SO. DAK.". The jug has a strap handle, stands approximately 11 inches tall and is 6 3/4 inches wide. William Tate was a businessman in Sioux Falls, S. Dakota in the late 1800s, who was a wholesale and retail dealer in bar glassware and supplies, wines and liquors. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few minor chips overall.
Thumbnail 3358 Stoneware Advertising Jug for D.C. Fry & Company of Colfax, Iowa Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 Measuring 8 7/8 inches wide at the base and 12 3/4 inches tall, this jug bears a black ink shield on the side, with the text "FROM/D.C. FRY & CO., Inc./COLFAX/MINERAL/WATER/COLFAX, IOWA." Originally a coal mining town, Colfax was also home to a number of mineral springs. Jug shows a cream colored glaze on the exterior, darker on the interior, with a handle molded to the spout. No makers marks are present, though the style and configuration suggest Red Wing manufacture. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with mild handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3359 Red wing Three Gallon Bee Hive Jug with Retailer Advertising Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 This is an excellent example of Red Wing bee hive jug. The jug has a cream colored salt glazed finish with a strap handle and flared spout. The top is marked in black paint "GROMMES & ULLRICH/ESTABLISHED/G&U logo/1860/CHICAGO, ILLS./3". The jug stands approximately 13 1/2 inches tall and 9 3/4 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few minor glaze pops.
Thumbnail 3360 Red Wing 2 Gallon Geo. Williams Cedar Rapids IA Whisky Jug Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,300.00 Excellent ceramic jug with a light tan satin glaze finish, marked high on the side in a cobalt blue color "FROM/GEO. WILLIAMS,/WHOLESALE LIQUORS,/CEDAR RAPIDS, IA.". Measures 13 1/2 inches high with an approximate diameter of 9 1/2 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, having a small chip on the bottom edge and a hairline crack on the top edge near the handle.
Thumbnail 3361 Excellent Pair of Red Wing Liquor Advertising Pottery Jugs Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 This is a pleasing pair of circa late 1800s beehive style Red Wing ceramic jugs with the desirable liquor advertising print. 1) One gallon jug with a smooth gloss glaze marked in black printing "KUMMEROW & MENGE/WHOLESALE/LIQUOR DEALERS/81 SOUTH MAIN ST./FOND DU LAC, WISCONSIN." in a boxed border. Measures 8 3/4 inches high and 7 3/4 inches in diameter. 2) An approximate 1/2 gallon jug with a gloss glaze marked in black printing "HIGGINS, ASKE CO./The Three Orphans' Saloon/NORTH BRIDGE, MOORHEAD, MINN." in an oval border. Measures 7 1/4 inches high and 6 inches in diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with a pleasing light tan/off white color and clear printing, no flaws other than the natural imperfections of manufacture.2) Good, with a stable hairline crack which runs half way around the base and another most of the way across the bottom, with one tiny chip on the bottom edge. Sharp and clear printed advertising.
Thumbnail 3362 Rare Minnesota Stoneware Marked Jug, with Shakopee, Minnesota Advertising Markings Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Measuring 8 7/8 inches wide at the base and 13 3/4 inches tall, the underside of the cream glaze finished jug is imprinted "MINNESOTA STONEWARE Co/RED WING MINN." With the font of the jug marked in black text "Jacob/Ries/Bottling Works./SHAKOPEE, MINN." on the side. A cream colored glaze is applied to the interior, with a handle molded into the spout. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few mild chips and holes in the glaze. The advertising markings are strong and well detailed.
Thumbnail 3363 Rare Red Wing Pottery 4 Gallon Water Cooler Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Clean gloss glaze finish with four cobalt blue line decorations and the four inch Red Wing logo, and is advertising marked "ALBERT PICK & COMPANY/CHICAGO" over a shield logo marked inside "QUALITY/VALUE/SERVICE/PIX". There are two wire bale handles at the top. The size marking "4" and the Red Wing oval markings are clearly marked on the inside bottom of the cooler. Measures 13 1/4 inches high and is approximately 11 1/2 inches in diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with one very tiny chip on the bottom edge. There is another area on the bottom edge which appears to be a chip but is actually a manufacturing flaw.
Thumbnail 3364 Excellent Red Wing Grommes & Ullrich 5 Gallon Pottery Jug Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 475.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Impressive off-white color bee-hive style jug finished in a gloss glaze, marked near the top in black "GROMMES & ULLRICH/ESTABLISHED/G&U logo/1860./CHICAGO, ILLS." over the "5" gallon marking. Measures 16 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with two small chips along the bottom edge with clear markings.
Thumbnail 3365 Two Advertising Stoneware Jugs Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 1) Liquor jug, 7 inches wide and 11 inches tall, with a salt glaze exterior marked "NELSON DIST.CO./WHOLESALE/LIQUORS/(illeg)/ST. LOUIS, MO." in raised cobalt blue lettering, a deep brown glaze finish on the interior and around the spout, and a molded-on handle. 2) Mineral water jug, measuring 5 7/8 inches wide and 7 inches tall, with a salt glaze finish, "EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO./MINERAL WATERS" in black on the side, and an ebony gripped swiveling handle on top. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are very good, with some light handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3366 Redwing Grommes & Ullrich 5 Gallon Pottery Jug Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 This pleasing off-white glazed color heavy ceramic jug is marked with the Redwing logo under the number "5" on the side, and on the top "GROMMES & ULLRICH,/ESTABLISHED" over the G&U logo and "1860./CHICAGO". Impressed in the bottom is "RWSCo". The jug measures 17 1/2 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with an approximate 1/2 inch diameter chip on the top edge near the handle and another minor chip on the very edge in the glaze.
Thumbnail 3367 One Snuff Jar and One Jug Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,400.00 1) Salt glazed snuff jar, tan in color with a brown lid, marked "N. PETERSON/Snuff Mfg./GALESBURG, ILLS." in cobalt blue. Stands approximately 14 1/2 inches tall and is approximately 10 1/8 inches wide. 2) Brown and tan 1 gallon jug with strap handle and marked in blue "THE NUGENT-VERVEER CO./LIQUOR/-DEALERS-/OSKALOOSA, IOWA". Stands approximately 9 inches tall and 7 3/8 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: nsn Condition: Both are excellent with a few minor nicks around the bottom of #2.
Thumbnail 3368 Scarce Alexis Pottery Company 4 Gallon Advertising Crock Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Circa late 1800s 4 gallon ceramic crock manufactured by the Alexis Pottery Company which was in business for a short time before being destroyed by fire in the year 1900. this crock has a glossy glaze and is marked on one side in cobalt blue "ALEXIS POTTERY CO." in an arch over "4/ALEXIS, ILL." The opposite side is advertising marked in cobalt blue "H. G. MARQUARDT./BURLINGTON, IOWA./DEALER IN/STAPLES & FANCY/GROCERIES." inside a decorative oval border. Measures 12 inches high and is approximately 11 inches in diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with two small chips on the bottom edge, one of which has caused a hairline 2 inch exterior crack which does not go through the inside. Good color to the blue printing.
Thumbnail 3369 Five Gallon Stoneware Beehive Advertising Jug Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,200.00 Measuring 12 inches wide and 15 1/4 inches tall, this jug is marked with a black ink "5" flanked by flowers near the handled spout, and "EVANGELISTA/HESTON'S/SPRINGS CO./FAIRFIELD, - - IOWA" on the side the body in a rectangle. Finished in a light gray glaze, darker on the interior, with brown speckling around the spout. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with mild handling marks and dents overall.
Thumbnail 3370 Collector's Lot of Two Stoneware Advertising Crocks Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 1) Vintage Red Wing 3 gallon size heavy ceramic crock in a gloss glaze finish with cobalt blue double line trim decoration. Marked "HRUSKA & CO./FANCY SWEET/AND/SALT BUTTER/842-844 W. RANDOLPH ST/PHONE MONROE 588/CHICAGO" in a square border on the side. Measures 7 3/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 11 1/4 inches. 2) Vintage 3 gallon crock with a gloss glaze finish and cobalt blue lettering. Marked "PHONE VICTOR 8986/RACKET MERCHANDISE CO./CHINAWARE, GLASSWARE/-FULL LINE-/RESTAURANT SUPPLIES/517-19 MAIN K. C. MO." in a large oval, the number "3" above. Measures 10 1/2 inches high with an approximate 10 1/4 inch diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with a chip about the size of a half dollar on the bottom edge and a hairline crack on the bottom, clear markings. 2) Good with two small chips on the bottom edge and a hairline crack on the bottom.
Thumbnail 3371 Collector's Lot of Three Pottery Jugs Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 1) Five gallon heavy ceramic jug finished in a pleasing light tan gloss glaze, marked with the size "5" in a cobalt blue color over a decorative logo which includes an indian chiefs head under "GREATEST OF NATURAL WATERS" and over "WACONDA WATER/WACONDA SPRINGS,/KANSAS.". Below is "RED WING /UNION/STONEWARE CO./RED WING, MINN." stamped In an oval. Measures 18 inches high with an approximate diameter of 11 1/2 inches. 2) Two gallon ceramic jug finished in a two tone gloss glaze, marked on the back with a circled 2 near the bottom and on the front "GEORGE A. JACKSON/THE LIQUOR DEALER/SALISBURY, N. C./OLD WHISKIES MY SPECIALTY" in a square border. There is a 1/2 inch circular impressed stamp on the upper part of the jug, marked inside "WET/K/MONMOUTH". Measures 13 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 9 inches. 3) Five gallon heavy ceramic jug finished in a two tone gloss glaze, marked on the back with the size "5" near the top edge and on the front in a shield logo "FROM/D. C. FRY & CO./COLFAX/MINERAL WATER/COLFAX, IOWA". Measures 17 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent, with a small chip on the upper edge and three small chips along the bottom edge. 2) Good, with a 4 inch repaired crack and chip on the bottom edge, nicely marked. 3) Excellent, with a small chip on the top and a larger chip on the edge of the handle.
Thumbnail 3372 Three Macomb Stoneware Crocks Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 425.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 1) 20 gallon beige crock with brown interior and marked in cobalt blue "MACOMB POTTERY CO./20/MACOMB, ILL". Approximately 20 1/4 inches tall and 18 3/4 inches wide. 2) 6 gallon tan crock with brown interior and marked in cobalt blue "MACOMB POTTERY CO./6/MACOMB, ILL". Approximately 14 inches tall and 12 3/8 inches wide. 3) Tan 4 gallon crock with brown interior and marked in cobalt blue "MACOMB POTTERY CO/4/MACOMB, ILL.". Approximately 11 1/4 inches tall and 11 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All three are excellent.
Thumbnail 3373 Rare Union Pottery Works Salt Glaze Four Gallon Crock Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 This is an excellent example of a rare Union Pottery Works 4 gallon salt glazed crock made in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The crock stands approximately 11 1/2 inches tall and is 11 1/4 inches wide. Just below the rim is marked "UNION POTTERY WORKS/Fort Dodge, Iowa" with a 8 inch by 7 inch cobalt blue decoration below it, with a stylized "4" at the top. (see image). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3374 Rare Monmouth Pottery Company Water Cooler Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 800.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 This is a very nice rare, decorative 8 gallon water cooler made by the Monmouth Pottery Co. of Monmouth, Illinois. Made circa 1893 to 1906, the water cooler features beautifully decorated upper edge, which is painted in cobalt blue. One side features and relief standing man and another man kneeling next to a woman with a in an oval with a decorative relief border. Directly above the oval is marked "Monmouth Pottery Co.". The spout hole is directly below the image. The bottom edge is decorated with a floral motif, also in cobalt blue. It measures approximately 15 1/4 inches high, the opening at the top is 11 3/4 inches wide and at its widest point is approximately 14 1/2 inches wide. The spout and lid are absent. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a minor chip on the mans left foot, a moderate chip on the upper edge and a hairline crack on the side.
Thumbnail 3375 Two Scarce Iowa Liquor Jugs Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 This lot consists of two jugs with Dubuque, Iowa liquor advertisement. 1) Red Wing brown and tan jug with strap handle marked in cobalt blue "FROM/P.C.MURRAY & CO./FINE/LIQUORS./DUBUQUE IOWA.". The jug stands approximately 11 inches high and 7 inches wide. 2) Fort Dodge Pottery. Tan and brown in color, with strap handle marked in blue "H.A. SCHUNK/PURE/FAMILY LIQUORS/DUBUQUE, IOWA." with a floral motif border. The jug stands approximately 9 1/2 inches tall and 5 3/8 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with a few minor chips. 2) Good. The jug has a large crack, but remains solid.
Thumbnail 3376 A Mixture of American Stoneware Start Price: 475.00High Bid: 275.00Estimate: 950.00 - 1,600.00 1) Red Wing vase, 10 1/2 inches tall, with green glaze on the interior and brown on the textured exterior, with leaf patterns around the neck and raised polychrome floral designs. The Red Wing, Minnesota address stamp is present on the underside. 2) Red Wing bowl, 6 7/8 inches across and 2 5/8 inches tall, green finished interior with brown on the textured, floral pattern exterior. Address stamp on underside. 3) Unmarked miniature vase, 4 3/4 inches tall, brown base color with swirled silver and purple finish. A label on the underside is hand marked "ROZANE/MARA". 4) Stoneware Mettlach stein, 4 3/4 inches tall, shaped like a beer barrel with leaf patterns on the hinged lid. Marked "74T" near the brim, "675?V?6?05" on the underside over the Mettlach ink stamp. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are very fine to excellent in condition overall.
Thumbnail 3377 Three Macomb, Illinois Production 20-Gallon Crocks Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 All three feature molded handles, with the markings in blue. 1) 20 inch wide by 19 3/4 inch tall crock, cream glaze exterior and dark brown interior, marked "20/MACOMB POTTERY Co/Manufactures/MACOMB, ILL." on the side. 2) 18 1/2 inch wide by 20 1/2 inch tall crock, light brown exterior and dark brown interior, marked "20/THE/BUCKEYE POTTERY CO/MACOMB. ILL". 3) 19 inch wide and 20 1/2 inch tall crock, marked as #2 with an additional "20" on the rear. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine or better overall, with some cracks and handling marks.
Thumbnail 3378 Rare Monmouth Pottery Company Water Cooler Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 This is a very nice rare, decorative 8 gallon water cooler made by the Monmouth Pottery Co. of Monmouth, Illinois. Made circa 1893 to 1906, the water cooler features beautifully decorated upper edge, which is painted in cobalt blue. One side features and relief standing man and woman with a man kneeling next to them in an oval with a decorative relief border. Directly above the oval is marked "Monmouth Pottery Co.". The spout hole is directly below the image. The bottom edge is decorated with a floral motif, also in cobalt blue. It measures approximately 15 1/4 inches high, the opening at the top is 11 3/4 inches wide and at its widest point is approximately 14 1/2 inches wide. The spout and lid are absent. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine with a couple of minor cracks on the bottom of the inside.
Thumbnail 3379 Large 8 Gallon Western Pottery Crock Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,300.00 Clean and well marked gloss glazed finish with cobalt blue printed lettering. This heavy ceramic crock is marked with the size "8" near the top edge with an advertising marking "LAMB BROS./- - GENERAL MERCHANDISE- -/TAMA & GARWIN, IOWA.". There are two wire bales on each side with wooden roller handles. Measures 16 3/4 inches high and approximately 13 1/2 inches in diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, one of the mounts for the wire handle on one side has a section chipped, the wire is intact. Excellent original markings.
Thumbnail 3380 Collector's Lot of Three Pottery Crocks Including Galesburg and Monmouth Pottery Company Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,400.00 1) Rare Galesburg Pottery Company 8 Gallon crock in brown satin glaze, with raised lettering on the front "8" for the size over "GALESBURG POTTERY CO./GALESBURG, ILLS." Integral grasping handles on each side. Measures 15 3/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 13 1/4 inches. 2) Galesburg Pottery Company 6 gallon crock in a gloss glaze finish with a dark brown glaze interior and cobalt blue lettering, marked on the front "6" for the size over "GALESBURG POTTERY CO./GALESBURG ILLS". Measures 14 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 inches. 3) Large 20 gallon Monmouth Pottery Company crock in a gloss glaze with a dark brown interior and cobalt blue lettering, marked with the size "20" over "MONMOUTH/POTTERY CO./MONMOUTH ILL". Grasping handles on each side. Measures 21 1/2 inches high with an approximate diameter of 18 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent, having some chipping to the glazed finish on the handles and an area of chipping approximately 4 inches long in the glaze finish low on the rim. 2) Good, having a six inch crack at the top, no chips, with excellent markings. 3) Excellent, with a couple small chips on the bottom edge, clear markings.
Thumbnail 3381 Western Two Gallon Churn with Des Moines, Iowa Advertising Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 This is an excellent example of a 2 gallon Western churn. The churn has an off white bristol finish marked in black at the top "2" flanked by a floral motif and below that "MENNING-SLATTER CO./CHOICE/TABLE RELISHES/DES MOINES, IOWA" in an oval, also in black. The churn is 12 1/2 inches tall, 7 1/2 inches wide is complete with a lid. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with a few minor chips on the edges.
Thumbnail 3382 Large T.F. Reppert 16 Gallon Pottery Crock Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Circa 1880s, this impressive crock is decorated with dark blue painted accents mixed with the stenciled maker mark "T.F. REPPERT/MANUFACTURER/GREENSBORO/PA" on the side. Measures 24 inches high with an approximate 16 inch diameter. The opening at the top has an 11 inch inner diameter. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine. There is a hairline crack present on the rear protruding up from the base.
Thumbnail 3383 Collector's Lot of Two Eastern Crocks Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 1) Two gallon Cowden & Wilcox Harrisburg, PA, crack with maker's marking highlighted in cobalt blue, stencil floral pattern in cobalt blue and a "V" pattern around the rim painted in yellow. It has stone handles with cobalt blue accents and provisions for a lid. 12 3/4 inches high, 6 3/4 inches wide. 2) Two gallon Macomb Pottery Co. crock with maker marking on the bottom and a stencil "2" in cobalt blue. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very fine, with a few chips missing from the handles. 2) Very fine, with a couple minor chips.
Thumbnail 3384 Rare American Art Works Company Stoneware Tin Advertising Sign Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 Made by The American Art Works Company of Coshocton, Ohio. This 19 inch by 13 inch tin sign is advertising stoneware food containers with a boy and dog in a kitchen getting a donut out of one of the containers and reads "STONEWARE/THE BEST FOOD/CONTAINER" at the top and "WE SELL ALL SIZES" on the bottom. The backing is cardboard with a folding stand. The back is stamped with The American Art Works cleaning instructions. The rear lower edge of the tin is marked "AMERICAN ART WORKS COSHOCTON, OHIO". The specialty advertising industry started in Coshocton, Ohio in January of 1884, for many years was the nations leading producer of advertising art in the nation, shipping their product worldwide. In the early 1900s Coshocton was second only to New York City in the size of its artist colony. Advertising from Coshocton is on display throughout the country periodically. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good. Almost all of the original paint remains and the colors are bright and vivid. The lower left hand corner has a few minor dents and there is some minor scattered oxidation. The cardboard backing is 95% intact with a 1 3/4 inches by 1 inch piece absent in the upper left hand corner and there is some staining on the edges. A nice example of an early American advertising tin sign.
Thumbnail 3385 Collector's Lot of Two Stoneware Crocks with American Eagle Stencils Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Five gallon crock with a semi-gloss glaze, marked with raised rough lettering "EAGLE POTTERY CO.," over an eagle motif and "MACOMB, ILL" under the eagle. Grasping handles on each side with dark brown gloss internal glazing. Measures 12 3/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 12 1/2 inches. 2) Two gallon crock with an orange peel glaze, marked with an impressed "2" on the front and a dark blue or black eagle motif. No maker markings found. Grasping handles on each side with a medium brown internal glaze. Measures 9 1/4 inches high with an approximate diameter of 10 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) The five gallon crock is overall excellent with a small chip on the edge of one handle and two or three tiny chips on the outside. The inside has several scattered small chips and a couple chips along the inside edge. 2) The 2 gallon crock is very good with three chips along the bottom edge along with a few smaller chips in the same area.
Thumbnail 3386 Attractive Brass Urn Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,400.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 5,000.00 Measuring approximately 15 inches tall, this vase is solidly constructed bronze, showing a ribbed pattern overall, adorned with raised floral and leaf designs, branches, and a mixture of birds and butterflies. Two of the branches extend out from the vase, forming a pair of handles, and the lid has a bird perched on a raised branch forming a third handle. The sides of the lid show a number of half-moon ventilation holes. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a fine aged patina overall, brighter on the high edges and along the leaves, and a few minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3387 Lladro Limited Edition Happy Encounter Porcelain Figurine Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 5,000.00 This figurine was a Limited Edition of 1500 pieces issued in 1987 and retired in 2002. The figurine done by Jose Roig depicts two young neighbors greeting each other on the road, with a young lady driving a car and a young man on horse back while two dogs playfully engage with each other on the passenger side of the car. The horse stands for perfection in nature and the automobile represents man's drive to imitate the purity and complexity he finds around him, a perfect balance. The figurine is finely detailed right down to the tread on the tires, and is truly a work of art. It is approximately 21 1/2 incheswide, approximately 13 inches deep and stands approximately 13 1/2 inches tall at the top of the rider. The figurine is complete with it's original box, a nice wooden base and a leather framed certificate, (number 315), in spanish. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The figurine is new. The wooden base is very fine with some scuffs on the top. The box is also very good.
Thumbnail 3388 Philadelphia Merchant's Display Case Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 Measuring 48 inches tall, 12 inches wide and 10 1/2 inches deep, this case features a copper place façade over the wooden main structure, with cut glass windows dominating the front, the left side, and the door on the right. At the bottom is a plate reading "CHAS. C. GEISSLE/SUCCESSOR TO/BORNEMAN & Co./22N 4th ST.PHILA.". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Fine, with some mild discoloration of the copper, and scattered handling marks. A fantastic case to display your prized high dollar longarm or sword.
Thumbnail 3390 Three Currier & Ives Framed Lithograph Prints Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 The first two prints are mounted in a 18 inch wide and 14 inch tall frame, with 1890 copyright markings, Currier & Ives New York address markings, and the signature "J.Cameron" in the lower right corner. 1) A scene depicting two caricature-style black men, equipped for painting and engaged in a brawl, while a similarly designed black woman looks on holding a sign reading "A/WITE WASSHER/WANTED(sic)". 2) "THE FIRST TILT" shows the men jabbing at each other with poles, while "CLOSE QUARTERS" shows them bludgeoning each other with their brushes while a police officer approaches from the right. 3) "The Old Oaken Bucket" is an original hand colored lithograph published by Currier & Ives circa 1872 depicting a man drinking water from a well (see image). In a 19" x 15" wooden frame. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are very fine, with fine detail and color in each print, and minor handling marks on the frame. Number 3 has a small tear at the bottom which does not distract from the vivid artwork
Thumbnail 3391 Collector's Lot of Eight Crocks Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 1) Twenty gallon Galesburg Pottery Co. crock with stencil maker's marking in cobalt blue. H 20 3/4" W 18 1/2". 2) Two gallon N.A. White & Son crock with stencil floral motif in cobalt blue and stone handles. H 9 3/4" W 11 1/4". 3) Two gallon crock with stencil in cobalt blue: "2" inside a wrath. H 9 1/2" W 9". 4) Two gallon Macomb Stoneware Co. crock with stenciled maker's marking. H 9 1/4" W 9 1/2" 5) Two gallon crock with the stencil in cobalt blue: "2" above "WH/S.P.&S./Co./WHITE/HALL" inside the state of Illinois. Crock is decorated with a raised art nouveau style pattern. H 9" W 9 1/2". 6) Twenty-five gallon The Buckeye Pottery Co. crock with stencil maker's marking in cobalt blue and stone handles. H 24 1/2" W 18 1/2". 7) Two gallon Red Wing crock with lid. Crock has a stencil maker's marking in cobalt blue above a stenciled wing in red. The lid has a raised floral blossom. H 9 1/2" W 9 1/2". 8) Kelsey & Cook, Des Moines, Iowa, crock with stenciled maker's marking in cobalt blue. H 7 1/2" W 7". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with a long hairline crack at the top and areas where the glazing has flaked. 2) Excellent. 3) Excellent, with a couple of small surface chips. 4) Fine, with a few minor chips at the bottom. 5) Very fine, with a surface chip near the stencil marking. 6) Very fine, with a few minor chips at the bottom and an area of unknown residue on the inside. 7) Excellent, with a couple small surface ships. 8) Very good with a long hairline crack.
Thumbnail 3392 Four Stoneware Items, Including an Anna Pitcher Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 350.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,400.00 1) Anna pottery attributed? Stoneware frog, 7 3/8 inches tall, with a small hole drilled through the lips (for a fountain) and green and brown finish. 2) Stoneware jug, 5 1/4 inches tall, brown finish, with no visible markings. 3) Small pitcher, 3 3/4 inches tall, brown finish, with a hand written label on the underside identifying it as Anna, Illinois production. 4) Small pipe bowl, 2 1/4 inches long, shaped like a man wearing a crown. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Good, with cracks and absent material. 2) Very good, with a small gap visible near the bottom and mild handling marks. 3) Very good, with light handling marks. 4) Fair, with cracks and some deformation of the mouth of the bowl.
Thumbnail 3393 Fine Mission Lamp with Stained Glass Shade Start Price: 700.00High Bid: 1,100.00Estimate: 1,400.00 - 2,250.00 Mission lamp, hardwood construction, measuring approximately 23 inches tall, with a 4-footed square base, a fluted main body shaft, a pair of bulbs in individually controlled sockets, and a metal framed glass shade, supported with 4 wooden arms. The glass is of mixed color, showing swirls of cream and light brown. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very fine, with a few light handling marks overall, a small crack in the base and a reglued separation in the shade support. Mechanically untested. Glass components are excellent, with an attractive color.
Thumbnail 3394 Antique Ride Along Rocking Horse Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 An interesting and rare hand painted and detailed wooden horse mounted on a metal rolling chassis. The side bars on the chassis have labels reading "BUCKING BRONCO". The detail includes genuine horse hair mane and tail, genuine leather saddle and straps, glass eyes, and a velour material saddle blanket. Measures 30 1/2 inches high at the horses head and 37 1/2 inches from hoof to hoof. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good for the age and expected play wear. The chassis retains 50% plus of the original green paint. The labels show wear and loss, however they are legible. The two front and one rear spoked wheels are missing the thin solid rubber tires. Mechanically in fine working condition.
Thumbnail 3395 Antique Childs Rocking Horse Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 325.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,300.00 A turn of the century era hand painted and detailed wooden rocking horse mounted on a wood sliding type base. Some of the detail includes a fabric simulated saddle with wood backrest, genuine thin leather strap, and harness, as well as a small metal bit with straps. Measures 29 1/2 inches high at the head and 37 1/2 inches along the base. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Good for the age and play wear, the original paint shows wear, and the leather details are dry. The joints where the legs are attached are becoming weak however are intact. The small metal bit and leather straps for it have come unattached, but are included. Works well and slides freely back and forth on the base.
Thumbnail 3396 Three Antique Advertising Items Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 375.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) 13 1/3 inch round mirror in a carved wooden frame, with raised carved advertisement for Carstairs Bros. Distilling Co. Inc. Baltimore, Md., 2) 13 1/4 inch x 13 1/4 inch metal serving tray with colorful painted woman holding flowers and gold lettering advertising bourbon from the Diederich - Kennedy Co., St. Paul, Minnesota, 3) 13 1/4 inch x 10 1/2 inch metal Coca Cola advertisement tray. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with a few minor chips and dings. The lower floral carving is warped and beginning to separate. 2)Very good with some scattered minor flaking. 3) Very good with some scattered minor dings and scratches.
Thumbnail 3397 Two Horse Toys and One Toy Truck Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Toy horse on a wooden base. 2) Toy horse on a wheeled platform. 3) Ellis Canning Co. tin toy truck with box. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with much of the hair remaining. 2) Fair, showing areas of hair loss. 3) Very fine with most of the paint remaining and a dent on the trailer.
Thumbnail 3398 Two Lamps Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 425.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 1) Bronze Rembrandt table lamp measuring nearly 25 1/2 inches tall, star shaped base, and two light fixtures featuring faux candle covers. The underside of the base has the following: "REMBRANDT PAT ARP FOR R-7184". The shade is a contemporary replacement. 2) Bronze girl table lamp measuring 16 inches tall with the single fixture flower shaped and comes with a wooden circular base. With an unmarked bell featuring a wooden handle, cup and a miniature bronze vase (5 1/2 inches tall). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1 and 2 are fine showing an untouched even dark patina. The faux candle covers on 1 are missing some of the "dripping wax".
Thumbnail 3399 Charles Parker Coffee Mill and Salesman Sample Stove Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 950.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Charles Parker Co. box-type coffee mill with the maker model on the label on the front. 2) Cast iron salesman stove sample measuring 6 1/2" tall, 9 inches long, 6 inches deep. "BIRD" is on the front of the stove door. With small toy-like iron and vacuum. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Is fine with the metal components having a smooth dark untouched patina. The wood is showing wear on the edges with the bottom of the drawer cracked. Most of the maker label remains. Mechanically fine. 2) Is fine showing smooth untouched aged patina with areas of a darker patina.
Thumbnail 3400 Two Elaborately Painted Glass Art Bottles Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Both bottles are composed of milk glass, with flat bottoms, round bodies, straight necks and sheared lips. 1) Glass bottle, 6 1/2 inches tall, yellow background with a blue band at the base of the neck, polychrome floral designs and light gold accents. 2) Bottle, 5 3/4 inches tall, chiefly blue with black and purple borders with white and purple dots, floral designs, and light gold accents. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3401 One Silver Decorated Barber's Bottle and a Hand Painted Barber's Bottle Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 1) Clear glass bottle, 8 1/4 inches tall with a rolled lip and bulbous body. The lip and top inch of the bottle are silver covered, with silver bands around the neck and body and floral pattern decoration. 2) Frosted glass bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall, with a scene of lush rolling hills around the body, a pair of trees in the background, flaking a larger tree which extends up the length of the neck. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Some minor losses of the well aged silver, otherwise excellent. 2) Excellent, with some tiny flakes from the paint and brown spots on the interior.
Thumbnail 3402 Fine Pair of Vegederma Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 350.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 Each bottle is 7 3/4 inches in length, with bulbous bodies, lady-leg necks and rolled lips. The bottles, light green and amethyst in color, feature the bust of a young woman with a flower in her hair over the text "VEGEDERMA", which is partially encircled by said hair. Vegederma was billed as both a baldness cure and a dandruff eliminator. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The green bottle shows mild fading of the text, otherwise both are excellent, with mild handling marks.
Thumbnail 3403 Five Hand Decorated Glass Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 All five are amethyst purple glass construction. 1) Bell shaped bottle, 7 1/2 inches tall, with red and white painted flowers on the body, white border work, sheared lip and a silver finished spout. 2) Bell shaped bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall with a rolled lip and orange, white and yellow floral dot designs. 3) Bulbous base bottle, 7 inches tall with a sheared lip and orange and white flowers. 4,5) Pair of bulbous bottles, 6 1/2 inches tall with rolled lips, twist pattern necks, and orange and white flowers with painted dot accents. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good to excellent overall, with some minor handling marks and lost paint.
Thumbnail 3404 Five Glass Barber's Bottles Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 All of the bottles in this lot have melon-style bodies, with straight necks and rolled lips. 1) Clear glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall. 2) Opalized clear glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with coin spot decoration. 3) Opalized clear glass bottle, 6 7/8 inches tall, with a pearl tint and coin spot decoration. 4) Opalized pink glass bottle, 7 inches tall, with coin spots. 5) Opalized pink glass bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall, with coin spots. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with some minor handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3405 Grouping of Five Barber Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 325.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 One and Two are a set, with bulbous bases, lady leg style necks, painted floral decoration and gold trim on the throat. 1) Amethyst bottle, 7 1/2 inches tall. 2) Cobalt blue bottle, 7 inches. Items Three through Five are Cobalt blue, with bulbous bases, silver and gold paint decoration, light ribbing on the necks and gold band trim on the necks and throats. Height approximately 6 1/2 inches each. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are very good to excellent, with some fading of the gold trim. Bottle Three shows a small chip on the side of the body.
Thumbnail 3406 Six Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 All bottles in this lot are melon sided with rolled lips, approximately 7 inches tall and feature opalized floral decorations. 1) Blue glass bottle. 2) Pink glass bottle. 3,4,5,6) Yellow glass bottle. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3407 Pair of Fine Art Glass Bottles Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 Both bottles feature bulbous bodies, "lady leg" style necks, and sheared lips, measuring 7 1/4 inches tall. Each bottle is clear glass, with purple glass streaking applied overall, forming irregular geometric shapes, as well as a pearlescent coat. No makers marks are present. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: One of the bottles shows minimal chipping on the throat and an opened air bubble on the underside, otherwise both are in excellent condition.
Thumbnail 3408 Set of Two Mary Gregory Style Glass Barber Bottles Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 375.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 Each bottle has a bulbous body, lady-leg neck and a rolled lip, as well as hand painted decoration in white, in the Gregory style. 1) Amethyst bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall, with a gold washed lip. A scene of a young girl seated in a field is present on the body. 2) Clear bottle, 8 inches tall with coin spot decoration on the body, shifting to a wavy pattern on the neck. On the side is a bust of a woman wearing a tiara, wreathed with a bow, feathers and flowers. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall, with a small indentation on the neck of bottle #1 and mild handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3409 Pair of Hand Painted Milk Glass Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 325.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 Both bottles measure 7 1/2 inches tall, with bell shaped bodies, straight necks and gold washed sheared rims. A light blue tint is present on the necks, fading to white on the bodies and ending yellow on the bases, with each showing a scene of 3 cherubs among clouds, ringed by polychrome floral vine patterns. One of the bottles has a thin gold band around the base. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, with some streaking on one of the necks, flaking of the gold wash and minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3410 Four Glass Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 225.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 1) Milk glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with a rolled lip, blue painted throat, and the word "Cologne" on the side in blue, surrounded by a blue leafy branch accented with gold flowers. On the underside is a gold star and engraved initials "BL". 2) Milk glass, 6 5/8 inches tall, with a brown and red paint applied to the neck and body, and a polychrome arrangement of pink roses on one side. 3) Cut clear glass bottle, 6 1/8 inches tall, with a ribbed and checkered body, checkered bands on the faceted throat, and a smoothly crowned lip. 4) Transparent multicolored glass bottle, 5 1/2 inches tall with a white porcelain spigot. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with some fading of the gold, and shallow cracks in the lip. 2) Very good, with some light handling marks. 3) Some minor internal stains, otherwise excellent. 4) Very good, with some minor internal stains. The spigot cork is partially absent, the remainder secured with tape.
Thumbnail 3411 Six Hob Nail Style Barber Bottles Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 1) Cobalt blue bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall, with a white porcelain spigot and a 2 inch by 1 1/4 inch flat section for a label. 2) Light green bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall. 3) Yellow glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall. 4) Clear/cranberry glass bottle, 8 inches tall with ribbing around the neck. The outer portion of the glass is clear, with a cranberry inner coating. 5) Clear opalized glass bottle, 8 inches tall, with a pearly tint to the neck. 6) Clear opalized glass bottle, 7 inches tall, as 5. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good, with light handling marks. 2) Good, with some chipping of the knobs. 3) As 2. 4) Very good, with light handling marks. 5) Good, with a chip absent from the side. 6) Very good, with light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3412 Four Glass Barber's Bottles Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 275.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 All four bottles have bulbous bases. 1) Green bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall, with a twist pattern on the lady leg neck, rolled lip, gold band at the base and multicolored floral decoration. 2) Green bottle, 7 3/4 inches with a lady leg neck, rolled lip, blue flower and red and white dot border decoration. 3) Green bottle, 7 1/8 inches tall, with a straight neck gold washed sheared lip, and white and orange flowers on the lightly faceted neck. 4) Green bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, straight neck, gold washed sheared neck, and white and orange floral decoration. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, showing minor wear overall.
Thumbnail 3413 Six Fine Glass Bottles and an Assortment of Spouts Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 400.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,100.00 1) Pink/clear cut glass flask, 7 inches tall with a rectangular body and a glass stopper. Decorated with a mixture of thumbprint and coin spot cuts on the body and stopper. 2) Blue/milk glass bottle, 8 1/2 inches tall with a melon body, lady leg neck, and a rolled lip. 3) Blue glass bottle, 8 1/2 inches tall with coin spot decorated melon body, lady leg neck and rolled lip. 4) Blue glass bottle, 8 inches tall with a rolled lip, lady leg neck and melon body decorated with white and orange enamel flowers and butterflies. 5) Blue glass bottle, 7 inches tall with a bulbous body, straight neck, rolled lip and opalized twist streak decoration. 6) Red glass bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall, with a thumb print decorated bulbous body and rolled lip. 7) Twenty-seven assorted spouts, mixed materials. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The spouts have some damage and absent corks, and a thin crack is visible in bottle #4, otherwise the lot is very good to excellent overall, with minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3414 Set of Two Mary Gregory Style Glass Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,200.00 Each bottle is of Amethyst glass construction, with a bulbous body and a rolled lip, the body has a decorative scene in white. 1) Bottle, 8 inches tall with a blown neck, and a scene of a young boy in a field, surrounded by flowering plants. 2) Bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall, with a gold washed lip, lady leg neck, and a scene of a young woman, standing before fern plants. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3415 Two Excellent Gold Accented Barber's Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Both bottles are amethyst construction, with extensive gold leaf decoration. 1) Bulbous body bottle, 8 inches tall with gold bands on the rolled lip, and a yellow paint bordered gold flower on the body, running up the lady leg neck. 2) Flask body bottle, 8 inches tall, with a sheared lip and straight neck. The neck is covered in gold with white dots, and the main body has a black paint background with a white paint bordered gold fruit vine design. With a pewter and cork spigot. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a small amount of paint loss and handling marks.
Thumbnail 3416 One Barber's Antiseptic Jar and a Finely Decorated Glass Waste Basket Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 1) Glass waste basket, green tinted, 7 inches tall with a 5 1/2 inch diameter gold washed rim. White painted decoration on one side, depicting a woman standing on a wooded lake shore. 2) Antiseptic jar, green glass, 6 inches tall with a gold washed rim 2 7/8 inches in diameter. White painted flowers are present on one side, encircling the word "ANTISEPTIC". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent, with strong gold finish and excellent detail in the decoration. 2) Very good, with some minor loss on the rim and some light handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3417 Three Fine Art Glass Bottles Start Price: 650.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 1,300.00 - 1,900.00 1) Yellow tinted bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall, with a bulbous base, lady leg pattern neck and sheared lip. Adorned with raised polished streaks, forming irregular shapes on the base and a twist pattern on the neck, with a pearly finish to the lower areas. 2) Similar to one, with a brighter yellow color. 3) Pearly red and purple bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall with a twist ribbed pattern overall and four thumbprint indents on the base. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Aside from a few small chips on the lips and some opened air bubbles, bottles are excellent, with attractive finishes.
Thumbnail 3418 Four Cobalt Glass Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 400.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,200.00 All four bottles in this lot are cobalt blue glass, with polychrome accents. 1) Bell bodied bottle, 6 1/4 inches tall, with a flared neck, sheared gold washed lip, a gold band around the body and floral decoration. Comes with a metal clad cork stopper. 2) Bulbous bodied bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall with a lady leg neck, gold washed rolled lip, and gold accented floral designs. 3, 4) Pair of round bodied bottles, 7 1/2 inches tall, with straight necks, gold washed sheared lips, and a brown band on the bodies surrounded with white dot flowers. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The stopper for Bottle #1 shows damage, missing parts, Bottle #3 and #4 mild gold loss, otherwise lot is excellent overall.
Thumbnail 3419 Four Floral Decorated Glass Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 250.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 All four bottles in this lot are molded glass, with painted floral designs. 1) Pink tinted bottle, 8 inches tall with a rolled lip and a white and purple floral design. 2, 3) Pair of clear glass bottles, 8 inches tall with yellow and purple floral pattern. 4) Amethyst bottle, 7 inches tall with a twist pattern neck, cut lip, and a pink and green floral pattern. Gold washed borders are present on the lip and around the painting. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3420 Six Attractive Glass Bottles Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 Each bottle features opalized decoration and rolled lips. 1) Clear glass bottle, 7 5/8 inches tall with fern pattern decoration and a square base. 2) Light blue bottle, 7 inches with a swirl pattern neck and Spanish lace style bulbous body. 3) Red glass bottle, matching to #2. 4) Clear glass, 7 inches tall with a flask body and Spanish lace decoration. 5) Clear glass, 6 5/8 inches, with a coin spot pattern. 6) Light blue glass, 7 inches tall with coin spot decoration. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall, with a few light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3421 Assorted Group of Glass and Stoneware Kitchen Items Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 300.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 1) Quart milk bottle, clear glass, 9 1/2 inches tall with cardboard cap and Paramount Dairy markings on the front. 2) Pie pan, 9 7/8 inches across, mixed brown finish, no makers marks. 3) Chicken-themed lidded bowl, clear glass with red paint accents, 6 3/4 inches long and 5 1/8 inches tall. 4) Small chicken bowl, pink glass with red accents, 2 3/8 inches long, 2 inches tall. 5) Lidded western Colonial pattern stoneware bail handle lard bucket, 5 inches tall and 6 3/4 inches across, with blue paint accents, and wire and ebony handle. 6) Small crock, 3 1/4 inches across and 5 3/8 inches tall. Cream finish. 7) Miniature butter churn. 4 inches tall, brown finish, with a wooden lid and churn handle. 8) Macomb Stoneware bowl, 7 inches across and 2 5/8 inches tall, with a speckled blue finish. 9) Small bowl, companion piece to #8, 4 5/8 inches wide and 2 inches tall. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are very fine or better, with mild handling marks.
Thumbnail 3422 Set of Two Mary Gregory Style Glass Barber Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 550.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Each bottle is of Amethyst glass construction, 7 1/2 inches tall with a bulbous body, lady leg style neck and a gold washed rolled lip. Each shows a white painted scene of a small house in the country, with one bearing the text "Witch Hazel" and the other "BAY RUM", both popular hair tonics. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with minor flaking of the gold and minimal handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3423 Pair of Attractive Gold Accented Barber's Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 400.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 The bottles, colored light blue and yellow-green, are both 7 1/2 inches tall, with bulbous bodies, lady leg pattern necks, and rolled lips. Gold wash is present on the lips, and each bottle shows a golden flower on the side, with raised white paint accents and borders. The green bottle is fitted with a stone and cork plug, with a subtle faceting to the body and neck, while the blue bottle shows stronger faceting, particularly opposite the flower. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are excellent, with some minor loss of the gold and mild handling marks.
Thumbnail 3424 Highly Attractive Group of Three Art Glass Bottles Start Price: 800.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,600.00 - 2,500.00 All three bottles feature bulbous bodies, lady leg style necks, and sheared lips. 1) Clear glass bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall, with a translucent pearly coating, further adorned with streaks of purple. 2) Polychrome bottle, 8 inches tall, with a frosted appearance in the low areas and streaks of raised, polished area. 3) Polychrome bottle, 7 3/8 inches tall, decorated as 2. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few light chips and handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3425 Four Attractive Barber's Bottles Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 250.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Blood red and clear glass bottle, 7 1/2 inches tall, with a bell shaped body, tapered neck and sheared lip. The red glass covers the clear glass, and has been hand cut to form coin spot and faceted decoration on neck and body. 2) Pink glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall with a rolled lip, straight neck and etched fern decoration on the bulbous body. 3) Red glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with a faceted lip and neck, and additional faceting on the underside of the bulbous body. 4) Cobalt blue/clear glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with a round body, faceted neck and sheared lip. The cobalt upper coating has been cut through to generate the facets, coin spots on the body and a burst pattern on the underside. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with some light handling marks.
Thumbnail 3426 Six Attractive Barber Bottles Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 All bottles in this lot have melon shaped bodies and rolled lips, approximately 7 1/4 inches tall, transparent glass construction and opalized stripe decoration. 1) Yellow bottle, with thin straight vertical ribs up the body and neck. 2) Pink bottle, with wide straight ribs. 3, 4) Pair of pink bottles, with medium-width straight vertical stripes. A partial cork is present in #3. 5, 6) Pair of pink bottles, with thin, twist pattern stripes. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with minor handling marks overall.
Thumbnail 3427 Six Attractive Hand Painted Art Glass Bottles Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 425.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,300.00 1) Yellow-green bottle, 8 inches tall with a ball shaped body, straight neck with two blown bulges, and a sheared lip, the lip, bulges and body are decorated with gold bands, with the latter also showing multicolored painted floral and vine designs. 2) Light blue bottle, 7 3/4 inches tall with a bell shaped body, straight neck and a gold washed sheared lip. The body shows a gold-bordered blue band around the center, with white floral dot patterns. 3) Green bottle, 7 1/2 inches, bulbous body, straight neck, gold washed sheared lip and gold accented white floral dot decoration, on and around a brown band. 4) Green bottle, 6 1/2 inches tall with a bulbous body, twist pattern neck, gold accented rolled lip, and orange and white floral patterns. 5) Blue bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with bulbous body, straight neck and sheared lip. White and green painted floral, dot and geometric patterns on the body and throat, with gold accents around the decoration and on the lip. 6) Green bottle, 6 3/4 inches, bulbous body, straight neck, gold washed sheared lip, and white, yellow and orange floral decoration. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good to excellent overall, showing minor handling marks.
Thumbnail 3428 Six Fine Barbers Bottles Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 1,300.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,200.00 All six bottles feature opalized decoration and rolled lips, with bulbous bodies except as noted. 1) Light blue bottle, 8 1/4 inches tall with a square body and fern pattern decoration. 2) Pink glass bottle, 7 1/4 inches tall with twist style decoration. 3) Clear glass bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with "stars and stripes" pattern decoration. 4) Cobalt blue bottle, 7 1/8 inches tall, with a twist pattern on the neck, floral dots and a checkerboard pattern on the body. 5) Light blue bottle, 6 3/4 inches tall, with twist striped decoration. 6) Red glass bottle, 7 inches tall, with thick twist striping. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent overall, with some minor stains and handling marks overall. A section of cork is present in #1. Some scratches on #4.
Thumbnail 3429 Cased and Engraved Swiss Henry Beguelin Gold Pocketwatch Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Measuring at Size 10, with black Roman numeral hours and individually marked minutes on the dial face, and 10 second numbered increments for the seconds hand. Scroll engraved outer case, with a checkered pattern on the open areas, a shield on one side and a floral bouquet on the reverse. The inside of the lid and rear cover are both marked "STATE MARK OF/NEUCHATEL/FOR/18/CARAT GOLD", and the rear of the body is marked "HENRY BEGUELIN/Locle/Patent Lever/FULL/Jeweled". In a purple velvet lined hardwood case, gold shield on the lid, with a certificate of authenticity confirming the watch as a Beguelin product. With a steel key/lever. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent, with a few minor handling marks and attractive finish. The minute hand hangs low enough to catch on the second hand, otherwise watch is in good mechanical order. Case is fine, with some scuffs and wear.
Thumbnail 3430 Howard Pocket Watch with Plastic Case Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 Howard size 10, 19 Jewel stem wind movement, serial number 1,172,200 manufactured in 1913 and housed in a 14K solid gold hinge back and bezel case serial number 142,815 with initials "RTG" on the back. With a plastic case. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with only a few minor scratches. Case has several chips absent.
Thumbnail 3431 One Waltham and One Hamilton Pocket Watches Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 325.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,400.00 1) Waltham size 8, 17 jewel stem wind movement, serial number 21,439,172 manufactured in 1917 and housed in an engraved 14K gold filled hinge back and bezel case serial number 2,511,060 with presentation inscription on the dust cover "From the family/to/Arthur Joseph McDonald/June 23, 1920". With clamshell case. 2) Hamilton size 8, 17 Jewel stem wind movement, serial number 1,870,674 manufactured in 1921 and housed in a 14K gold filled hinge back case serial number 10,907,901 with the initial "HLH". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Very good with a small ding on the back cover and part of the second hand is absent. Mechanically functions. 2) Excellent with some small scratches inside the case.
Thumbnail 3432 Illinois Bunn Special Pocket Watch Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 750.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 Illinois Bunn Special size 12, 21 jewel stem wind lever set movement, serial number 2,727,520 manufactured in 1915 and housed in an engraved 14K solid gold hinge back and bezel case serial number 282,073. With silver and gold clamshell box and leatherette hardcase with orange interior. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with some very minor scratches overall. Mechanically functions.
Thumbnail 3433 One Howard and One Illinois Watch Co. Pocket Watches Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 900.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,700.00 1) Howard size 12, 17 Jewel stem wind movement, serial number 963,870 manufactured in 1903 and housed in a 14K gold filled hinge back and bezel case serial number 8,126,240 with the initials "FJC" on the back. 2) Illinois Watch Co. Bunn Special Railroad watch size 12, 21 Jewel stem wind lever set movement, serial number 3,826,834 manufactured in 1921 and housed in a 14K gold filled screw back and bezel case serial number 11,108,772. With gold colored clamshell box. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with some wear on the case and a small crack on the face. Mechanically functions. 2) Excellent with some wear on the case and some small cracks in the face. Mechanically functions.
Thumbnail 3434 One Waltham and Two Elgin Pocket Watches Start Price: 550.00High Bid: 500.00Estimate: 1,100.00 - 1,600.00 1) Elgin Watch Co. size 14,17 jewel stem wind movement, serial number 14,002,056 manufactured in 1909 and housed in a 10K gold filled screw back and bezel case, serial number 6,258,604. 2) Waltham size 12, stem wind movement, serial number 17,825,480 manufactured in 1909 and housed in an elaborately engraved 16K gold filled hinge back and bezel case serial number 7,960,296. 3) Early Elgin Watch Co. size 16, key wind movement, serial number 2,016,997 manufactured in 1886 and housed in a silver hinge back and bezel case serial number 197,257. With black clamshell case. Key is absent and can not wind watch to test function. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with some minor wear spots on the bottom. Mechanically functions. 2) Excellent with some small dings around the outside perimeter. Mechanically functions. 3) Excellent with two small dings on the back and some tarnishing.
Thumbnail 3435 Illinois Railroad Pocket Watch with Caterpillar Tractor Co. Fob Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,200.00 Illinois Watch Co. size 16, 17 Jewel stem wind lever set movement, serial number 2,796,349 manufactured in 1915 and housed in a silver screw back and bezel case serial number 127,424. With Caterpillar Tractor Co. Peoria, Illinois leather and brass watch fob. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent with some light scratches, some residue on the glass and some tarnishing. The fob is good with some wear, tarnishing and age cracking on the leather.
Thumbnail 3436 One Mens and One Womens Waltham Gold Filled Pocket Watches Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 425.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 1) Mens Waltham size 8, 7 jewel stem wind movement, serial number 17,326,218 manufactured in 1908 and housed in a 10K gold filled, screw back and bezel case, serial number 1,067,052. 2) Ladies Waltham size 3/0, 15 jewel stem wind movement, serial number 18,005,602 manufactured in 1910 and housed in a 14K gold filled, hinge back and bezel case, serial number 2,234,884. With VanDell clamshell box. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with some minor scratches and one small ding on the back. Mechanically functions. 2) Excellent with a "C" engraved in the back and the front glass appears to be glued in. Mechanically functions.
Thumbnail 3437 Two American Watch Co. Pocket Watches Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 375.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,300.00 1) American Watch Co. size 14, PJ Bartlett key wind movement, serial number 491,416 manufactured in 1869 and housed in a Silveroid hinge back and bezel case serial number 1,303,404. With gold TaylorMaid clamshell case and winding key with key fob. 2) American Watch Co. size 14, PJ Bartlett key wind movement, serial number 637,477 manufactured in 1872 and housed in a Silverene hinge back and bezel case serial number 5,831,366. With winding key and key fob. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent with a few small scratches overall. Mechanically functions. 2) Excellent with some very small scratches overall. Mechanically functions.
Thumbnail 3438 Two American Waltham Watch Co. Pocket Watches Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 400.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 1 American Waltham Watch Co. size 14, PJ Bartlett key wind movement, serial number 4,297,345 manufactured in 1889 and housed in a silver hinge back and bezel case serial number 388,457. With winding key and key fob. 2) American Waltham Watch Co. PJ Bartlett stem wind lever set movement. With Dixelle clamshell box. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Good with a small scratch in the back and some tarnishing. Does not reliably function. 2) Very good with a few very small scratches overall. Mechanically functions. Movement does not swing out to measure size and retrieve serial number.
Thumbnail 3439 Early Production Winchester Model 1887 Lever Action Shotgun Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 2,750.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured in 1887, the first year of production. Single bead sight on a choked modified barrel marked with the "WP" proof on the left side at the breech. The left side of the receiver has the "WRACo" monogram with the serial number on the underside of the receiver and the three line address followed by the one line patent dates marking is stamped on the lower tang. Smooth two-slab forearm and pistol grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. Length of pull is 13 inches. BBL: 30 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 12 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 5759 Condition: Very fine. The barrel and magazine retain 75% original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown gray patina. The receiver, hammer and lever retain 50% original case colors. There is some mild pitting. The wood is fine with much of the original varnish, and a number of minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3440 Colt Collection Sign from the Robert Q. Sutherland Collection with Presentation Inscription Start Price: 375.00High Bid: 350.00Estimate: 750.00 - 1,500.00 This Colt Firearms Co. wooden sign once belonged to Colt firearms expert and author Robert Q. Sutherland. The sign measures 46 3/4 inches x 11 5/8 inches with gold letters outlined in black (see image). The back of the sign is signed "To/Richard/Ellis/From/Bob Benjamin/4/23/96/From/the/R.Q.S./Collection". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Excellent.
Thumbnail 3441 Framed Pair of Advertising Prints and a Framed Belgian Instruction Sheet for the Mauser Broomhandle Start Price: 425.00High Bid: 225.00Estimate: 850.00 - 1,400.00 1) Framed pair of DuPont prints, 12 5/8 inches wide and 7 5/8 inches tall, with a cavalryman on horseback shooting a buffalo on the left and a pair of hunting dogs on the right, in a 33 1/2 inch wide, 14 1/2 inch tall frame with DuPont markings on the matting. 2) Framed Belgian instruction sheet for the Mauser Broomhandle, addressed to H. Mahillon of Brussels and printed by Stahle & Friedel of Stuttgart, French verbiage, in a 29 1/2 inch wide and 23 inch tall frame with gray matting. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: 1) Excellent. 2) Very fine, showing minor foxing and tears on the fold lines.
Thumbnail 3442 Two Wild West Show Advertising Paintings for Buffalo Bill and Pawnee Bill Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,300.00 Both items are painted canvas on wood frames, multicolored, approximately 24 inches wide and 36 tall. 1) Pawnee Bill advertisement, green and blue with yellow accents, featuring a white buffalo. 2) Buffalo Bill's Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders, featuring a group of "Mexican Vaqueros and Lariat Experts". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are in very good condition.
Thumbnail 3443 Assorted Colt Merchandise and Memorabilia Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,500.00 Includes a trivet, an iron Colt logo marked "COLT FOUNDRY/KANSAS CITY/GRAY IRON CASTINGS", a heavy padlock marked "COLT/FIREARMS/FACTORY/325" with 2 keys, 2 medallions, one lead stamping of the Colt Custom logo, Colt guard badge, and eight small colt badges, marked "COLT/FIREARMS/(461-467, 533)". BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: The lock and logo show mild rust, otherwise good or better overall.
Thumbnail 3444 Miscellaneous Americana Grouping Start Price: 300.00High Bid: 650.00Estimate: 600.00 - 900.00 1) Two brass candle sticks with candles. 2) Pair of Civil War sharpshooter's glasses. 3) Two Army Navy Journals dated April 14, 1883 and July 13, 1867. 4) Civil War era 45 piece bone/wood domino set with wood case. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are fine.
Thumbnail 3445 General Ulysses S. Grant Bronze by Frederick Volck Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 Volck executed of Grant in the same imagery of General Lee which he had done previously in 1863. This bronze was done in 1869 when then President Grant took office. Lee, the State of Virginia, or Volck were grateful on how General Lee was treated by General Grant at Appomattox when General Lee and his soldiers signed a peace treaty with the USA. It is recorded in Grant's diary of the visit with Lee to the President's office in Washington, DC. where this sculpture was presented to President Grant. Measures 20 inches tall x 11 inches wide x 11 inches deep and weighs 50 pounds. The bronze is signed & dated on the backside by Frederick Volck, 1869, Richmond. VA. The bronze has been restored to its original condition. (German-Conf. Am. 1833-1891) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3446 General Robert E. Lee Bronze by Frederick Volck Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 4,500.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 4,000.00 Frederick Volck (German-Conf. Am 1833-1891) sculpted this original bronze bust of General Lee in 1863 when he was asked by the Confederate War Dept in Richmond, VA to do so. This sculpture was to rally the troops as well as the Southern people when the Civil War was raging with no end in sight. Volck was employed in the Confederate Naval Ordinance Dept. and he took exact measurements of Lee as well as Lee's horse, Traveler. In 1863 Volck cast a limited amount of these statues, as there was a limited amount of bronze, as most bronze was cast into cannons and other armaments of war. This bronze is from the original terra cotta done by Volck. Measures 20 inches tall x 11 inches wide x 11 inches deep and weighs 50 pounds. The bronze rests on a 2 inch thick circular black marble plinth. On the front of the bust underneath in block letters is inscribed "ROBERT E. LEE" and on the backside also in block letters is inscribed "Frederick Volck, 1863, Richmond, VA." Bronze has been refinished to its original state. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3447 President Theodore Roosevelt Bronze Plaque by James Earle Fraser Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,700.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,200.00 This plaque depicts the President as a side view bust with his spectacles on and dressed in a formal business suit. The plaque reads "Aggressive fighting for the right is the noblest sport the world affords." Signed and dated in the upper right corner "FRASER 1920". Measures 9 1/2 inches wide x 12 1/4 inches tall and weighs 10 pounds. (Am 1871 - 1941) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3448 Gilded Bronze Bust of Abraham Lincoln by John H. Rogers and an Oval Plaque of Abraham Lincoln by Hen Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 2,000.00 1) This classic American sculptor known for his mass production plaster images of early American life as well as the Civil War characters, did only 2 bronze castings in his life. One is Picket's Charge and this one of President Abraham Lincoln. The gilded bronze bust of President Lincoln shows him with a remorseful and worried look on his face as he faced the challenges of the Civil War as well as his domestic policy. The bronze is signed on the back "John Rogers/New York". The bronze rests on a circular marble plinth. Measures 9 inches in height x 5 inches wide x 4 inches deep. John H. Rogers (Am: 1829 - 1904). 2) Bronze oval plaque of President Abraham Lincoln. This finely cast plaque depicts the side bust view of Lincoln repoussed out from the oval frame. The backside is inscribed "Henry Mervin Shrady" on the top part and the bottom part "cast by the Henry Bonnard Bronze Co./New York. 1890." Measures 5 1/4 inches tall x 4 1/4 inches wide. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are very good.
Thumbnail 3449 Hearns-Hagler Middleweight Boxing Match Bronze Sculpture by S. Jacocks Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 This bronze sculpture commemorates the Hearns-Hagler middleweight boxing match of 1985. S. Jacocks was the sparring partner of Hagler and knew him well. This is the only known bronze of this fight and it is labeled AP1 (artist proof 1). This sculpture shows the dynamic action and punishment each boxer took in the match. Muscular middleweight black champions each. Signed and numbered on the bronze plinth. 19 inches wide x 17 inches tall x 7 inches deep and weighs 75 pounds. This bronze is on a black beveled marble plinth. (Am 20th c.) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3450 "Standing Defiant Indian Chief" by C. Kauba Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 1,000.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 2,000.00 This proud Native American Indian Chief is standing tall wearing a feathered full bonnet headdress and native dress. His arms are crossed to show that he still has determination in his heart. Signed on the base "Kauba". Measures 13 inches wide x 9 1/2 inches deep x 31 inches tall and weighs 50 pounds. (Vienna 1865-1922) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3451 Native American Archer Bronze by Bruno Zach Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 1,600.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,200.00 This is a stunning Art Deco stylized bronze of an Eastern Indian Tribe male archer with outstretched arm holding a bow that rests on a rectangular marble plinth. The Indian has a stern look on his face and has Mohawk styled hair. Signed on the bronze base "B. ZACH". Measures 33 1/2 inches tall x 24 inches long x 6 1/2 inches wide. Bruno Zach (Vienna 1891 - 1935) With box. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good.
Thumbnail 3452 Bronze Eagle Warrior Statue and a Set of "Old and Young Warrior" Plaques by Charles Marion Russell Start Price: 300.00High Bid: 850.00Estimate: 600.00 - 1,100.00 1) This 20th century bronze of a Native American dressed in an eagle headdress and eagle feathers plumed on his body. Measures 9 1/2 inches tall x 6 inches wide x 4 1/2 inches deep and rests on a square marble plinth. 2) These classic Russell oval plaques depict the humoresque aspect of Russell as he depicts in one plaque the young determined Indian and in the other plaque shows the same brave as an old man but not so fierce. Abercrombie & Fitch in NYC distributed these plaques in the early 20th century. Measures 4 1/2 inches tall x 3 3/4 inches wide and weighs 2 pounds each. Both have a hanger ring on the backside. Signed on the back "Charles Russell". Charles Marion Russell ( Am 1864 - 1926). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: All are very good.
Thumbnail 3453 Lone White Buffalo Bronze Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 1,200.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 5,000.00 This magnificent massive bronze is of the sacred White Buffalo. Standing on prairie ground the buffalo is peering out into the western skies with his brown eyes. The white buffalo is not albino as he sometimes has brown or blue eyes. The bronze is signed on the obverse by H.M. Shrady (1871-1922) and measures 28 inches x 14 inches x 17 inches. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good, overall.
Thumbnail 3454 Two Eagles Fighting for a Salmon by Delier Start Price: 950.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 1,900.00 - 2,500.00 Two eagles fighting for a fish. This massive wildlife bronze shows two polychrommed eagles trying to obtain a fish that one eagle caught and rests on a branch while the other eagle is underneath the first eagle trying to fetch his foes food away. The action is natural to eagles. Signed on the bronze base. Measures 45 inches tall x 30 inches wide x 37 inches deep and weighs 90 pounds. (Am. 20th C). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good condition.
Thumbnail 3455 Large Bronze Samurai Sculpture Start Price: 350.00High Bid: 325.00Estimate: 700.00 - 1,000.00 This bronze sculpture appears to be unsigned and shows a Samurai warrior in armor with a katana in a sheath on his belt and a Naginata in both hands ready to strike an enemy. Measures 22 inches tall x 23 inches wide x 18 inches deep. The Naginata itself measures 24 inches long. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good with repaired sheath.
Thumbnail 3456 "Arab on Horseback Attacking a Lion" Bronze Sculpture by Antoine L. Barye Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 600.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 1,800.00 Classic orientalistic school depicting an Arab on horseback attacking a lion. Barye combined his two great talents of animals and Arabs to create an imagery of the struggle for life or death. Life for the lion & sport for the Arab who is trying to spear the lion while he is on horseback. Signed on the base. Measures 20 1/4 inches wide x 12 inches deep x 19 1/2 inches tall and weighs 50 pounds. (Fr. 1795 - 1875). BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good condition.
Thumbnail 3457 "Bull Rider" Bronze Sculpture by Cyrus Dallin Start Price: 450.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 900.00 - 1,500.00 Classic rodeo event of a cowboy trying to hang on for 8 seconds on a bucking bull. This massive sculpture shows the determination to win over his opponent. Signed on the base. Measures 20 inches wide x 13 inches deep x 25 inches tall and weighs 45 pounds. (Am 1861 - 1944) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Very good condition.
Thumbnail 3458 Two Robert Farthington Elwell Horse Bronzes Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 300.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,600.00 1) Horse with leg up bronze sculpture. This great almost classic bronze of a thoroughbred stallion being commanded to place one leg up in the air while the other 3 legs rest on the bronze ground base. Measures 21 inches wide x 6 inches deep x 18 1/2 inches tall. 2) Dancing horse bronze sculpture. This bronze depicts a wild stallion with his two legs rearing up to the sky while his hind legs rest on ground level. Signed on the bronze base. Measures 11 inches wide x 15 inches long x 17 inches tall. (Am: 1874 - 1962) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are very good.
Thumbnail 3459 "Going Home" Bronze Sculpture by Theodore Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 700.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 Great massive bronze that depicts rider on horseback going up a rocky mountain dragging a supply horse with him. Signed with a marble base. Measures 24 inches wide x 26 1/2 inches tall x 14 inches deep and weighs 50 pounds. (Am 19/20th Century) BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: This bronze is very good.
Thumbnail 3460 "Peace After" by Frederic Remington Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 750.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,200.00 Frederic Remington (Am 1861-1909) created this untypical sculpture because it shows an Indian woman on horseback with rifle in her hand and the other hand on the reins of the horse. Peace or War: hopefully Peace. Measures 15 1/2 inches long x 8 1/2 inches wide x 23 inches tall and weighs 25 pounds. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: In very good condition
Thumbnail 3461 Two Bronze Eagles on Marble Bases Start Price: 500.00High Bid: 450.00Estimate: 1,000.00 - 1,500.00 1) This desk bronze shows an eagle with outstretched wings resting on a rock crag on a round black marble plinth. Signed & numbered on the bronze base Delier #4. Measures 9 inches wide x 12 inches high x 6 inches deep. Comes with a certificate of authenticity that states the replacement cost of this eagle is $2500. 2) Unsigned eagle bronze with outstretched wings coming to rest on the rocky plateau. Measures 12 inches tall x 8 inches wide x 9 inches deep. BBL: Stock: Gauge: Finish: Grips: Serial Number: Condition: Both are in very good condition.
Thumbnail 3462 Exceptional Documented Final Production Pre-War - Post-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Ori Start Price: 4,750.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 9,500.00 - 13,000.00 Beginning in 1947 and running into 1960, approximately 300 Single Action Army revolvers were assembled from Pre-War parts, (this example 1949). These revolvers are in the serial number range of 356000 to 357000 and represent the final production of the Pre-War Single Action Army revolvers. The calibers for these revolvers were 38, 44 Special and 45 Colt. The highest number produced was serial number 357869. The serial number on this revolver places it in the correct range. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side is marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45" and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the right side of the trigger guard and back strap under the grips. The revolver is finished in Colt high polish blue with a casehardened frame. The revolver is complete with an original hinge lid purple box with correct end label, test target, cleaning brush in original hard paper tube and the original Colt's Parts and/or stock order dated 1/7/49 for the purchase of 1 Single Action Army .45/c 5 1/2" to be shipped to Mr. Harry A. Bullis, Chairman of the Board General Mills, Inc, Minneapolis, Minn. The date of the invoice further adds to the probability that this revolver was one of the final 300 Pre-War Single Action Army revolvers produced. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 LC Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 357200 Condition: Excellent in box. The revolver retains 99% original blue finish with some minor box wear on the muzzle end of the barrel as well as a little minor pitting on the muzzle and forward end of the ejector housing. There is a small area of very minor surface pitting on the recoil shield and cylinder, and a little discoloration on the right side of the hammer. The grips are as new. The box is very good with a broken corner on the lid, some of the outer paper peeling off and an oil or water stain on the inside of the lid. The end label is about 90% intact. An almost new, well documented Pre-War/Post-War production Colt Single Action Army Revolver that would be difficult to duplicate.
Thumbnail 3463 Exceptional Factory Documented Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver in Scarce 38 Colt Start Price: 3,000.00High Bid: 8,500.00Estimate: 6,000.00 - 9,000.00 This excellent Colt Single Action Army revolver that was manufactured in 1929. The revolver is accompanied by a Colt factory letter that lists the caliber as ".38/c", the barrel length as "7 1/2, the finish as "Blue" and the stocks as "Rubber". The letter states that this revolver was shipped to the L.S. Knoek Company in Hartford, Connecticut on March 6, 1929. The revolver has the pre-war commercial blue finish on the barrel, cylinder, trigger guard and back strap. The frame, loading lever and hammer have a color casehardened finish. The two-piece black hard rubber grips are checkered and have the Rampant Colt trademark in an oval. The top of the barrel is roll-stamped "COLT"S PT.F.A.MFG.Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." in one line. "38 COLT" is roll-stamped on the left side of the barrel. The left side of the frame is roll-stamped with the "Three-Dates/Two-Line" patent markings followed by the Rampant Colt trademark. The left side of the trigger guard bow is stamped with a "3" assembler's mark above the Colt "Triangle/VP" proof mark. The loading gate is stamped with the assembly number "964". The serial number, "351745" is stamped on the bottom of the frame and on the right side of the trigger guard and back strap beneath the grips. "45" is stamped on the rear face of the cylinder. "351745" is also scratched on the inside of both grips. All of the visible serial numbers match. 1929 was the last year that the Single Action Army Revolver was chambered for the .38 Colt cartridge. Only 1,365 Colt Single Action revolvers were chambered for .38 Colt between 1922 and 1929. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: black hard rubber Serial Number: 351745 Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 98% of the original blue and 95% casehardened finish and shows only very minor storage wear. The grips are also in excellent condition. The markings are crisp. The bore is bright and the revolver functions perfectly. This is an excellent example of a scarce 38 Colt caliber pre-WWII Colt Single Action Army revolver.
Thumbnail 3464 Excellent Extremely Rare Nickel Plated Colt Buntline Special Single Action Revolver with Pearl Grips Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 8,500.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 4,750.00 Manufactured in 1958, this is one of only 65 Second Generation Colt Buntlines finished in nickel plating, making this an extremely rare variation. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side is marked "COLT BUNTLINE SPECIAL .45", the bottom of the barrel is marked "BB3452" and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The upper left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt VP triangle proof, "P" on the left rear and "5" on the right front. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the left side of the front and back straps under the grip, and matching assembly number, "740", marked on the loading gate and right rear of the frame. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights and fitted with smooth two-piece pearl grips. Complete with the original hinged lid black box numbered to the gun, original waxed paper, original smooth walnut grips numbered ("890") to the gun, bore brush and papers including a scan of the original packing slip (no shipping address provided). BBL: 12 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 LC Finish: nickel Grips: pearl Serial Number: 22890SA Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 99% of the original nickel finish showing only the slightest collector type handling marks. There is a faint drag line on the cylinder. The grips are also excellent with a small chip on the upper left panel. The walnut grips are also excellent with a few minor handling marks. The markings are sharp. The box is very good plus.
Thumbnail 3465 Excellent Colt Second Generation Nickel Plated Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Box Start Price: 1,200.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 2,500.00 - 4,000.00 Manufactured in 1962, this is an excellent example of a desirable nickel plated revolver featuring blade front and rear notch sights. Barrel features single line Hartford address with "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45" on the side. Serial numbers match on frame, front strap, and back strap. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line patent marking followed by Rampant Colt. Featuring checkered hammer and smooth trigger and fitted with smooth walnut grips. Complete with the original black hinged lid factory box numbered to gun, bore brush, and papers. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Colt Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 36800SA Condition: Excellent with 99% plus original finish with a few scattered handling marks and light scratches. The cylinder has a faint drag line. Grips are also excellent with a couple slight scratches. Sharp markings. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3466 Excellent Early Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Box Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1958 this is a stellar example of an early Second Generation Single Action Army. One line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "0". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The frame is casehardened and remaining parts are blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with black checkered two-piece grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the tops. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: plastic Serial Number: 23002SA Condition: Excellent with 99% plus original blue finish with only a few faint scratches on the barrel. The cylinder shows a very faint drag line and the revolver appears to have been fired little if at all. The frame retains virtually all of the original bright case colors. All markings are sharp. Grips are near new with a few very tiny dings on the lower edges and sharp checkering. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3467 Excellent Early Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Box Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured in 1958, matching serial numbers marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. Blade front and rear notch sights with one line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "0". The frame is casehardened and remaining parts are blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with black checkered grips with Rampant Colt in oval. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: plastic Serial Number: 23003SA Condition: Excellent with 99% original blue finish with some light handling marks. There is a small area of oxidation on the heel. The frame retains virtually all its original bright case colors. The cylinder shows a very faint drag mark. Grips are also excellent with only slight handling marks and sharp checkering. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3468 Excellent Early Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Box Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 4,750.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,250.00 Manufactured in 1959, this is a very nice example of an early Second Generation Single Action Army. One line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "5". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The frame is casehardened and remaining parts are blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with black checkered two piece grips with the Rampant Colt in an oval at the tops. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 special Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 25065SA Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 98% of the original blue finish, with a couple of very delicate scratches. The frame retains virtually all of the original bright and vivid case colors. The markings remain sharp. The grips are as new. There are no signs of a drag line on the cylinder. The box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3469 Excellent Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver in Rare .38 Special Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 1,900.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,750.00 Manufactured in 1960, this is a desirable .38 caliber Second Generation Single Action Army. Barrel top is marked with the one line address, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 Special". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "5". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back strap. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 special Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: rubber Serial Number: 28769 SA Condition: Excellent with 97% plus the original blue finish with a few light scratches and a couple of light areas of oxidation. Cylinder shows a slight drag line. Frame contains virtually all the original bright case colors with only a few handling marks. Grips are also excellent with a few very slight handling marks and sharp checkering.
Thumbnail 3470 Pair of Consecutively Numbered Boxed Colt Single Action Buntline Scout Revolvers Start Price: 400.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 800.00 - 1,100.00 Introduced in 1960. Blade front and notch rear sights with standard markings. Fitted with smooth walnut grips with scroll engraving on the butt. Complete with plain cardboard box hand numbered to gun, cleaning brush, and manual. BBL: 9 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 22 magnum Finish: stainless steel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 10712K Condition: Near new with only the slightest handling/storage marks. Box is excellent. B) As "A". Complete with a plain cardboard box, cleaning brush and, manual BBL: 9-1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 22 mag Finish: stainless steel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 10713K Condition: Near new with only slight handling/storage marks. Box is very good with two separated corners on the lid.
Thumbnail 3471 Excellent Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Box Start Price: 900.00High Bid: 3,250.00Estimate: 1,800.00 - 2,500.00 Manufactured in 1961, the 125th Anniversary of Colt Patent Firearms Co. One line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "J" and the right front is marked with a "5". The serial numbers on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps all match. The frame is casehardened and remaining parts are blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with checkered hard black rubber grips with Rampant Colt in an oval. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper, Colt 125th Anniversary medallion, and papers. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: hard rubber Serial Number: 34332SA Condition: Excellent with 98% plus original blue finish with an isolated very small patch surface scratches on the left side of the barrel. The frame retains virtually all the original bright and vivid case colors. Grips are near new with only slight handling marks and sharp checkering. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3472 Excellent Colt Second Generation Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 750.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 1,500.00 - 2,250.00 Manufactured in 1973 with fixed sights, one line Hartford address on top of the barrel and the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt with "830" on the loading gate. Matching serial number on the bottom of the frame and left side of the front strap and back strap under the grips. Casehardened frame with blue remaining parts. With a Colt styrofoam box insert. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: synthetic Serial Number: 66127SA Condition: Excellent to near new. The barrel retains 98% plus original blue finish. There frame retains nearly of its original bright and vivid case colors showing only very minor spotting. The grips are excellent with a few tiny dings on the lower edges and sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3473 Excellent Second Generation Nickel Finish Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Box Start Price: 1,600.00High Bid: 2,250.00Estimate: 3,250.00 - 4,250.00 Manufactured in 1958, this is a beautiful example of an early Second Generation Single Action Army. Barrel has "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45" on the left side with the single line address on top of the barrel. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The trigger guard is marked on the left with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "P". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The back strap is engraved "KEN SCHEIBEL". Fitted with smooth two-piece walnut grips. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. The accompanying Colt factory order, (#9973), verifies the serial number, caliber, barrel length, finish and wood grips and is on the same invoice. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 22899SA Condition: Excellent with 99% plus the original nickel finish with a few light handling marks. The cylinder has a very faint drag line. The revolver appears to have been fired little if at all. There are two very light areas of oxidation on the hammer and on the heel of the back strap. The grips are near new with only slight handling marks. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3474 Excellent Early Second Generation Nickel Plated Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Start Price: 1,500.00High Bid: 2,500.00Estimate: 3,000.00 - 4,000.00 Manufactured in 1958, this revolver is an excellent example of an early nickel plated Second Generation Single Action Army. One line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "5". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The revolver is fitted with smooth walnut grips with the name "KEN SCHEIBEL" engraved on the back strap. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. The accompanying copy of a Colt factory order, (#9973), verifies the serial number, caliber, barrel length, finish and wood grips and is on the same invoice as the previous lot. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: nickel Grips: walnut Serial Number: 22896SA Condition: Excellent with 99% original nickel finish with a few overall very slight scratches. The hammer shows a small area of flaking and light oxidation on the back side. The grips are near new with a couple of very minor scratches and a slight ding near the heel. Box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3475 Excellent Early Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Box Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 3,500.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Manufactured in 1959, this is a very nice example of an early Second Generation Single Action Army. One line address on top of the barrel, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "P". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The frame is casehardened and remaining parts are blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with smooth two-piece walnut grips. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 25933SA Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 97% original blue finish with a few small scattered areas of oxidation on the barrel, ejector housing and butt. The frame retains 99% of the original bright case colors with some light spotting on the top strap. The grips are also excellent with only light handling marks. The markings remain crisp. The revolver appears to have been fired very little, if at all. The box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3476 Excellent Second Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Original Black Box Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 6,000.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 Manufactured in 1960, this is an excellent example of an early Second Generation Single Action Army. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45" and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent date marking followed by the un-circled Rampant Colt. The left front of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt "VP" triangle proof, the rear is marked "P" and the right front is marked with a "P". The matching serial number is marked on the frame and under the grip on the left side of the front and back straps. The matching assembly number, "271" is marked on the loading gate and right rear of the frame. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, casehardened frame, with remaining parts blue with polished hammer sides. The revolver is fitted with smooth two-piece walnut grips, numbered "376" in the inside. Complete with the original black hinged lid box numbered to the gun, bore brush, original waxed paper and papers. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 LC Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: walnut Serial Number: 31376SA Condition: Excellent. The revolver retains 99% plus original blue finish with a few light scratches and a few small areas of minor spotting on the barrel and cylinder. The frame retains all of the original bright case colors. The grips are also excellent with a couple of very small pressure dents. The markings are sharp. The revolver appears to have been fired very little. The box is excellent.
Thumbnail 3477 Custom Engraved Gold Inlaid Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Carved Ivory Grips Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 5,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 7,000.00 Manufactured in 1970. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights. The top portion of the barrel, cylinder flats, frame, top strap and hammer sides feature floral scroll designs on a punch dot background. There is a wide gold inlaid band around the muzzle and the front sight sides have a paneled matte engraving. A floral design is featured on the front portion of the frame ahead of the cylinder, with the rear portion of the cylinder having a shell design, the back strap having geometric designs and the top of the ejector housing having floral scroll and geometric designs. Each rear side of the frame has a gold inlaid relief lion and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address in a panel and the left side is marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 357 MAGNUM" in a panel. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the left side of the grip straps under the grip. The matching assembly number "734" is marked on the right rear of the frame and on the loading gate. All blue finish and fitted with two piece checkered Rampant Colt/American eagle relief carved ivory grips which also feature a light floral carving on the bottom of each panel. Each grip panel is marked with the number "5" and "Bells'" on the inside. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 357 magnum Finish: blue Grips: ivory Serial Number: 53715SA Condition: Professionally refinished and embellished. The revolver retains 99% plus blue finish with only light handling/storage marks overall. A couple of real small holes where the engraving has come through are located on the lower right rear of the frame. The grips are excellent, showing some hairline cracks on the bottoms and streaks of attractive patina. Crisp and clear markings and engraving. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3478 Extremely Rare Matched Pair of Consecutively Serial Numbered Custom Engraved Colt New Frontier Singl Start Price: 3,750.00High Bid: 10,000.00Estimate: 7,500.00 - 12,000.00 Manufactured in 1963, this is an extremely rare pair of consecutively serial numbered New Frontier revolvers. According to Wilkerson's book, "The Post-War Colt Single-Action Revolver 1955-1975", page 205, only 134 New frontiers chambered in 44 Special with 7 1/2 inch barrels were manufactured. Page 208 states that there are no known examples with full blue finish in 44 caliber and page 207 states that there are no known examples of "Non-engraved" consecutive sets in 44 caliber. The accompanying factory letter verifies that serial numbers 4078NF & 4079NF, as 44 Special, 7 1/2 inch barrels, blue finish, grips as "Not Listed", Special Features, "Consecutive serial numbers" and that they were shipped as a pair to Blue Island Gun Shop, 3026 west 127th Street, Blue Island, Illinois and April 9, 1963. With the verified information from the Colt factory letter, we believe this pair may be the only known consecutive set, and the only two all blue, 7 1/2 inch barrel, 44 Special New Frontier revolvers is existence. These revolvers have Class "C" floral scroll and punch dot engraving on barrel, frame, cylinder flats and back strap, and a feather design on the outer edge of the ejector housing. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address in a scallop bordered panel, the left side is marked "COLT NEW FRONTIER S.A.A. .44 SPECIAL" in a panel and the frame has standard two line, three patent date marking followed by the Rampant Colt. The matching serial is marked on the bottom of the frame and on the front and back straps under the grip. The Colt "VP" triangle proof is marked on the upper left front of the trigger guard, "W" on the rear and the number "5" on the opposite (front). Standard fixed ramped blade front and adjustable rear sights, all blue finish and fitted with a smooth one-piece ivory grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 special Finish: blue Grips: ivory Serial Number: 4078NF Condition: Professionally embellished with 99% plus the blue finish remaining with only the slightest handling/storage marks. The grips are excellent with only a few light handling marks. Crisp markings and engraving. The action is excellent. An extremely rare opportunity to own the only known documented consecutive set of 7 1/2 inch 44 special New Frontier revolvers in existence. B) Described in "A". BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 special Finish: blue Grips: ivory Serial Number: 4079NF Condition: Professionally embellished with 99% plus blue finish remaining, showing a couple of light scratches on the barrel and slight handling/storage marks. The left side of the grip has a small unbuffed blemish, otherwise the grip is very fine with a minor age crack on the upper right side and a number of light scratches on the left side. The engraving and markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3479 Custom Engraved Colt Blackpowder Single Action Army Revolver with Tiffany Style Grip Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,000.00 Manufactured in 1885 and subsequently custom engraved and altered. The barrel has been shortened to 3 1/2 inches and the revolver has been nicely engraved with floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, frame and cylinder flats. There is a star burst on the trigger guard and a shell design on the recoil shield and loading gate. The sides of the top strap have a zigzag and dot design. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address and the left side of the frame has the three line, three patent date marking. The matching serial number is on the bottom of the frame and trigger guard with the assembly number "922" on the loading gate. Blade front and frame notch rear sights, all nickel finish and fitted with a relief engraved Tiffany grip with a relief eagle motif butt cap. The bottom of the grip under the cap is marked ""TIFFANY/AND/CO". The accompanying factory letter verifies the caliber, 4 3/4" barrel and blue finish at the time of shipment, grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 of 134 to E.C. Meacham Arms Co., St. Louis, Mo. on April 21, 1885. Complete with a Colt Heritage box with unmarked end label. BBL: 3 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: nickel Grips: tiffany Serial Number: 112487 Condition: Custom embellished and modified to storekeeper configuration with 99% of the nickel finish remaining, with a light cylinder drag line and a few minor scuffs. The grip is excellent and fits very well to the gun. The markings are clear and the engraving crisp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3480 Griebel Signed Custom Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Buffalo/Ram Head Ivory Grips wi Start Price: 2,500.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 5,000.00 - 7,500.00 Manufactured in 1904 and subsequently professionally engraved by Arnold Griebel of Chicago, Illinois, in 1956. The revolver features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, frame, cylinder flats, ejector housing and grip straps. Among the engraving is a mountain lion in a mountain scene on the right side of the barrel, a big horn ram on the upper right side of the frame ahead of the cylinder, a pronghorn antelope on the opposite, a ruffle grouse in a wooded scene on the right side of the frame, bear on the loading gate and a buffalo on the recoil shield. The top of the back strap features a shell design. There are two (one thin, one wide) gold inlaid bands around the muzzle and the trigger guard has decorative gold "S" with a matte background. The left trigger guard shoulder is signed "ENGR. BY/A. GRIEBEL". The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address in a panel, the left side of the barrel is marked "COLT" in an oval panel and "38 SPECIAL" in an oval panel. The left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap. Standard blade front, frame notch rear sights, all blue finish and fitted with one-piece ivory grip with a relief carved buffalo head on the left side and a big horn ram on the right side. The grip was carved from ivory collected by the consignor on a 1958 safari. Complete with a contemporary Colt wooden case with red satin and corduroy lining, Colt brand on the lid and an affixed brass plaque which reads "MAYNARD M. SORENSON/38 SPECIAL S.A. COLT/ENGR. BY ARNOLD GREIBEL - 1956". Also accompanying the revolver are four letters of correspondence between Griebel and the consignor and literature pertaining to Griebel's engraving. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 special Finish: blue Grips: ivory Serial Number: 255175 Condition: Professionally refinished and embellished with 99% of the blue finish remaining, showing some small areas of light spotting on the barrel, top strap and top of the hammer. According to the consignor the barrel and cylinder were replaced by Colt in the early 1950s and remained un-fired since then. The grip is a little loose, but excellent, beginning to take on an attractive patina and showing a few hairline age cracks on the bottoms. The engraving and markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The case is very good.
Thumbnail 3481 Wolfe Signed Custom Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Steer Head Ivory Grips Start Price: 1,400.00High Bid: 5,000.00Estimate: 2,750.00 - 4,500.00 Manufactured in 1908 and subsequently professionally engraved custom by Bernie Wolf of El Paso, Texas. The revolver features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, frame, cylinder flats and back strap, decorative zigzag and dot design on the upper ejector housing and around the rear of the cylinder, a star burst design on the trigger guard and a shell pattern on the recoil shield and loading gate. The bottom of the front strap is signed "Wolfe". The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address in a scallop bordered panel, "45 COLT" on the left side in a banner and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates, also in a banner followed by the circled Rampant Colt. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap (re-numbered). Standard blade front, frame notch rear sights, all nickel finish and fitted with two-piece ivory grips with a relief carved steer head on the right panel. Complete with an unmarked Colt Heritage maroon box. BBL: 4 3/4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: nickel Grips: ivory Serial Number: 304085 Condition: Very fine as custom embellished with 99% plus nickel finish remaining, with a small amount of pin prick type pitting under the finish on the barrel, otherwise only light handling/storage marks. The grips are near mint with a very attractive darkening of the grain. The markings and engraving are crisp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3482 Black Powder Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver with Fine Custom Engraving and Iv Start Price: 6,500.00High Bid: 13,000.00Estimate: 13,000.00 - 19,000.00 According to the Colt factory records (copy of letter included), this revolver was shipped to Hartley & Graham of New York City on 15 March 1883. Notes from the consignor state that the engraving and finish was performed by H. Acevedo in 1971. Fixed blade front and notch rear sights, with the one line Hartford address on top of the barrel and the etched panel "COLT. FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER." on the left side. Black powder frame, with the three line, three date patent markings on the left side, and matching numbers on the frame, cylinder and grip straps. Overall, the revolver shows 70% coverage of fine scroll and punch dot engraving. With a smooth one piece ivory grip. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 44 Finish: nickel Grips: ivory Serial Number: 87335 Condition: Near mint as professionally custom embellished, with 99% plus of the nickel finish, showing some mild handling marks overall. Grip is excellent, with minor age cracks and a fine color and grain. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3483 Custom Engraved 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 1,000.00High Bid: 4,000.00Estimate: 2,000.00 - 3,000.00 Manufactured in 1956, the first year of manufacture for the 2nd Generation. The revolver has subsequently been professionally custom engraved. The barrel is engraved with floral scroll and diamond checker board design. The top of the ejector rod housing has a feather design and the outer edge has a floral scroll wedge at each end. The frame has floral scroll and a diamond shaped checker board design on the upper portion ahead of the cylinder and lower right recoil shield, with a feather design on the left recoil shield. The back strap and trigger guard have the same floral scroll design with a scallop border. The hammer sides and cylinder flats have floral scroll with a flower and a zigzag "V" alternating on the flats. The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 SPECIAL" on the left, both in a panel, the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt. The left side of the trigger guard is marked with the Colt triangle "VP" proof and "G" with "5" on the opposite. Matching serial number on the bottom of the frame and front and back straps under the grip, and the matching assembly number "200" marked on the loading gate and right rear of the frame. Standard blade front and frame notch rear sights, all nickel finish with niter blue screws, cylinder pin and release button, and fitted with a smooth one-piece simulated ivory grip. BBL: 4 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 38 special Finish: nickel Grips: simulated ivory Serial Number: 6143SA Condition: Professionally embellished with virtually all of the custom nickel finish remaining with some pitting under the finish. There is a re on the top strap with some pitting under the finish and a few small minor blemishes under the finish as well. All of the niter blue finish remains. The oversized grip is fine with a couple small areas of light peeling and a tiny chip on the right toe. The cylinder does not lock up, otherwise the action functions properly. The markings and engraving are clear and crisp.
Thumbnail 3484 Third Generation Colt Single Action Army with Custom Engraving Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,500.00 This revolver features a scroll engraving on a punch dot background on the barrel around the front sight, cylinder flats, frame, hammer sides and back strap. A pair of gold bands are around the rear of the cylinder. The revolver has standard Colt barrel and frame markings. Blue finish with gold on the hammer, trigger, loading gate and grip straps. Fitted with smooth two piece wood backed simulated pearl grips. BBL: 5 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/gold Grips: pearlite Serial Number: SA55463 Condition: Very good as custom embellished. The revolver retains 98% of the blue and gold finishes, showing light handling marks and a small amount of spotting overall. The grips are very good replacements, with minimal wear and fine grain pattern. Mechanically excellent.
Thumbnail 3485 Attractive Robert Burt Signed Custom Engraved Gold Inlaid Pre-War Colt Single Action Army Revolver Start Price: 2,000.00High Bid: 6,500.00Estimate: 4,000.00 - 7,000.00 Manufactured in 1901 and subsequently custom embellished later in the 20th century by a master engraver. The revolver features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, ejector rod housing, frame, cylinder flats, back strap and trigger guard. The top strap has a feather design. There are gold inlaid bands around the muzzle and breech ends of the barrel, bordering around the cylinder flutes and a band around the rear of the cylinder and bordering accents on the frame. The Rampant Colt on the frame is gold. There is a gold relief Indian on the recoil shield and relief buffalo head on top of the back strap. The bottom of the barrel is signed "Engraved by Robert B Burt" in script. Two line, three patent date marking on the left side of the frame and the matching serial number on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap, the markings have been removed. The ejector rod head, cylinder pin and release, hammer, trigger guard and front, and back strap are gold plated and the remaining surfaces are blue. Fitted with two-piece ivory grips with relief carved floral vine design with a punch dot background and silver Colt medallions. Complete with a Colt N.R.A. commemorative case with gold lining and a colt "woodgrain" box missing an end tab and the styrofoam numbered to another gun. BBL: 4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: blue/gold Grips: ivory Serial Number: 204113 Condition: Near mint as custom embellished and professionally shortened with virtually all of the blue and gold finish remaining showing only a few light handling/storage marks. The grips are excellent with some minor hairline age hairline stress cracking on the bottoms and sharp carving. The engraving is crisp. The action is excellent.
Thumbnail 3486 Cased Signed Alvin White Engraved Gold Inlaid Presentation Inscribed Colt Single Action Army 125 Ann Start Price: 1,700.00High Bid: 4,250.00Estimate: 3,500.00 - 6,500.00 This commemorative Colt Single Action revolver has been engraved by Master Engraver Alvin White and features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, frame, forward cylinder flats, butt and trigger guard. The outer edge of the ejector housing has an oblong scallop border panel flanked by floral scroll wedges and the frame ahead of the cylinder has a square diamond and circle design over a star burst. The muzzle has a gold inlaid band, with two bands on the breech end and there is a gold inlaid band around the rear of the cylinder. The top of the back strap is inscribed "FRIENDSHIP" amid floral scroll engraving and the back strap is inscribed "Richard Pettine" and "William Woodward". (No factory letter available to writer to confirm this inscription.) The top of the barrel is marked with the one line address, the left side with the 125th Anniversary marking and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates followed by a gold Rampant Colt. Just below the Rampant Colt is signed "A.A.W.". The ejector rod head, cylinder pin, hammer, trigger and front and back straps are gold plated, with blue on the remaining parts. Fitted with smooth walnut grips with gold Colt medallions. Complete in a Colt branded wooden case with red lining and maroon Colt Heritage box. BBL: 7 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Colt Finish: blue/gold Grips: walnut Serial Number: 2313AM Condition: Excellent as custom shop embellished with 99% original blue finish remaining showing a small area of light oxidation on top of the barrel. Virtually all of the gold plating and gold inlay remains and overall there are only light handling/storage marks. The grips are excellent with few small very minor dings. The engraving is crisp. The action is excellent. The case and box are excellent.
Thumbnail 3487 Custom Engraved First Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter Start Price: 1,100.00High Bid: 3,750.00Estimate: 2,250.00 - 3,250.00 Manufactured in 1902 and subsequently professionally engraved and modified to sheriff model configuration. The barrel has been shortened to its present length and the revolver features floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the barrel, frame, cylinder flats and back strap, with a starburst design on the trigger guard and a shell pattern on the recoil shield and loading gate. The top of the barrel is marked with the two line address, "45 COLT" on the left side and the left side of the frame is marked with the two line, three patent dates. The matching serial number is marked on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard and back strap (re-numbered). Replacement blade front, frame notch rear sights, all nickel finish and fitted with smooth two-piece pearl grips. The accompanying factory letter verifies the caliber, barrel length of 4 3/4 inches and blue finish at time of shipment, grips as "Not Listed" and that it was shipped as 1 of 2 to Lee Hardware Co. Shreveport, La., c/o W.M. Glenn on September 4, 1902. BBL: 3 1/2 inch round Stock: Gauge: 45 Long Colt Finish: nickel Grips: pearl Serial Number: 231625 Condition: Professionally custom embellished and modified to ejectorless configuration with 98% of the nickel finish remaining which is beginning to frost in some areas. There is some minor pitting under the finish on the hammer. The custom pearl grips are slightly oversized and are as new. The action functions but needs work, the timing is off. The engraving and markings are clear.
Thumbnail 3488 Exceptional Pre-War Mauser Persian Contract Luger Rig with Original Holster Rig Start Price: 6,000.00High Bid: 25,000.00Estimate: 12,000.00 - 18,000.00 This is a fantastic example of a very rare, 1936 Mauser contract P.08 Luger as produced for the country of Iran (formerly Persia prior to 1935) Government. These rare commercial contract Lugers were produced at the same time the commercial Mauser Banners were being manufactured and are identical except that these have all their markings in Farsi. There were two contracts for this model of Luger, one was in 1936 and the second contract was in 1942, with 1,000 pistols ordered in each contract, that consist of both short and artillery type Luger pistols. These are an extremely rare Luger as very few examples were ever released by the Iranian Government. The top of the chamber area is marked with the National Coat of Arms for Iran exactly like those on the Mauser Model 49 rifles and carbines. The left side of the barrel extension has the small Mauser "Crown/U" proof mark and the right side of the barrel extension and under side of the barrel both has a small Iranian "Crown/Scimitar" type acceptance proof. The front toggle has a long Persian/Farsi inscription, (which may translate to Mauser) and as noted all the pistol markings, safety, extractor, serial number etc. are all in Farsi. The serial number has been translated to (1953) so it is assumed that this exceptional pistol was produced at the end of the first contract in 1936/1937 time frame, with each of the smaller parts carrying the last two digits (53) in Farsi, except the firing pin and grips which are all unnumbered. As noted this is a complete Persian Luger rig that is accompanied by a very rare brown contract holster. The holster itself is very similar to the standard mid-1930s commercial model however the belt loops and one end of the pull tab are secured to the back side of the holster with a small flat, brown rivet. Inside the holster is a take down tool pouch but without any cover/closure. On the back side of the holster flap is a small circular makers mark or inspection stamp. It's approximately the size of a quarter with Farsi markings around the outside with a small (unidentifiable) emblem inside. The lower edge of the circle is stamped "TABRIZ". This type of proof certainly would indicate that the holster was made in Iran. It is complete with two original Persian/Iranian contract nickel plated magazines with the aluminum bases. Both bases are numbered in Farsi, one is numbered (3273) and the other one is numbered (683). The takedown tool looks original to the rig, it is unmarked. The grips are the correct checkered walnut version that is numbered on the left grip only. BBL: 4 inch round Stock: Gauge: 9 mm Luger Finish: blue Grips: walnut checkered Serial Number: 1953 Condition: Excellent with 98% original blue finish with wear on edges and high spots overall, such as the side plate hump and front muzzle area. The various small parts all retain 80% of their straw colors. The grips are in excellent condition, with nice original checkering with sharp distinct checkered diamonds on both sides with no crack or damage with only a couple of minor light pressure dents. The holster is in very fine condition with a nice light brown color overall with excellent tight stitching showing some minor light scuffs/minor scratches on the front and top of the flap with very nice distinct markings on the inside of the flap. A very rare Persian 4 inch barrel contract Luger rig.
Thumbnail 3489 Exceptionally Rare Original "Persian" Contract Mauser Luger Cutaway Pistol Start Price: 4,750.00High Bid: 9,000.00Estimate: 9,500.00 - 15,000.00 This is an exceptionally rare and equally outstanding example of an Iranian contract Mauser cutaway Luger pistol. These Iranian commercial contract Lugers were produced under two separate commercial contracts, one in 1936 and the second one in 1942, with 1,000 pistols ordered in each contract and were made up with both short and long artillery barrel length Luger pistols. These are an extremely rare Luger as almost NO examples were ever released by the Government of Iran. With this one being a cutaway example it is estimated that probably no more than 20-30 total were ever produced with this one falling early in the first production. As noted on all Iranian contract Lugers, the markings are all in Farsi and this one is the same, except that there is no Iranian coat of arms on the top of the chamber area as most of that was sectioned anyway, and then obviously it has been cutaway in various areas to show the complete inner workings of the pistol. In all there are 22 different windows cutaway on both sides of the pistol which show how all the parts interface and function together. All the various parts are correctly marked with the Farsi symbols for serial number 28, except the barrel which is numbered in English "18". Also on the left side of the barrel and right side of the trigger have a medium size letter "U" similar to the letter used on rejected parts. It is complete with the original "matching" number magazine. BBL: 3 7/8 inch round Stock: Gauge: 9 mm Luger Finish: blue Grips: walnut checkered Serial Number: 28 Condition: Excellent to like new condition with 99% plus of the original blue finish overall. The various small parts retain 99% of their straw colors with only minor fading. The checkered walnut grips are in excellent condition with nice sharp distinct checkering on both sides with minimal handling marks. If this pistol was issued/used at all it wasn't very much as it is in just fantastic condition and certainly represents an excellent example of a very rare Iranian contract cutaway Luger pistol.
Thumbnail 3490 Extremely Rare DWM 1900 Long Barrel 10000 Range Prototype Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol with Matching Start Price: 37,500.00High Bid: 70,000.00Estimate: 75,000.00 - 95,000.00 This is an extraordinarily rare all original "Prototype" Luger DWM 1900 pistol made with a special 6 3/4 inch, rapid taper barrel and matching prototype, "push-button" shoulder stock. All of these early prototype Lugers were made with unique, individual aspects on each pistol with no two being exactly alike. These pistols were all numbered with a special, five-digit type serial number, in the 10000 range, with this specific example being numbered "10034". As noted, this prototype pistol has a very unique 6 3/4 inch fast taper barrel that has the full serial number stamped on the underside, which is also matching to frame. Additionally the underside of the barrel is stamped "172.28", indicating the number of lead balls of this size that it takes to weigh one pound. The other rare/unique aspect of this prototype pistol is that the heel or lower back strap area has been machined for a stock lug (which had not been made before) and the pistol has been fitted with the very rare, matching numbered, "push button" prototype attaching iron and original flat board style, shoulder stock. This "push-button" prototype attaching iron, was the original design, that was later discarded in favor of the later locking lever type mechanism. There were not more than a couple of these push-button prototype stock attaching irons ever manufactured, certainly making it as rare as the pistol itself. The pistol itself has the early style dished toggles with toggle lock on the right side, grip safety and early flat/recessed breech bolt. The barrel is correctly proofed with the commercial "B,U,G" proofs with the "B,U" proofs on receiver, breechblock and front toggle link. The thumb safety is second type with short domed checkered pad and it has narrow trigger and grip safety pad. This beautiful prototype Luger is fitted with matching numbered full checkered wood grips with an original unmarked wood base magazine. Comes with a black leather holster with shoulder strap and original cleaning rod with oiler. The consignor notes that this pistol apparently came out of Chile in 1990 according to an accompanying certificate from the Banco De Pruebas De Chile, and bears an overlaying "B" and "P" in a shield on the right side of the frame that matches the Banco De Pruebas symbol on the certificate. BBL: 6 3/4 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 7.65 mm Luger Auto Finish: blue Grips: walnut Serial Number: 10034 Condition: Excellent. The pistol retains 97% plus original blue finish, with 90% plus of the original straw color on the small components. All of the numbers match, (including the attaching iron as noted above), except for the magazine and the hold open and firing pin are properly un-numbered. The grips are also excellent with only a couple of chipped diamonds, showing extremely minor light wear, sharp checkering and an attractive wood grain showing through. The magazine is near mint with some light wear. The stock is also excellent with only light handling and storage marks. The holster and straps are sound with light flaking and show little wear with a crackled surface. Cleaning rod/oiler are excellent. The mechanics are crisp. This extremely rare prototype Model 1900 Luger pistol/shoulder stock rig are museum quality and suitable for even the most discerning and advanced collector.
Thumbnail 3491 Exceptionally Rare DWM Model 1904 Navy Contract Luger Pistol, Serial Number 61 Start Price: 30,000.00High Bid: 100,000.00Estimate: 60,000.00 - 90,000.00 This is an outstanding example of an original, DWM 1904 German Navy contract Luger pistol. These early Navy Lugers were actually ordered in Dec. 1904, prior to any Luger pistol being adopted by the German Navy, as they were intended to be replacements for the old Reichs revolver and the German Navy High Command wanted replacements ordered immediately. Formal approval by the German Navy High Command didn't actually take place until May 1905, consequently making these a pre-contract example. At the time the order was placed, it is estimated that the order was for approximately 2,000 pistols, with only a very few surviving examples existing today. Those that do generally fall into three blocks of serial numbers; those in the serial number block between 1-44 as reported in official documents from the returning East Africa Expeditionary Force in 1908, with no survivors, those in the serial number block between 36-86 with "8" known surviving examples (with this exact pistol listed by serial number in Jan Still's excellent book on Imperial Luger's page 159-161) with another group of identified pistols generally falling into the serial number block in the 144-1,148 range, with only "21" total surviving examples known today in the world! Obviously these true 1904 Navy Lugers are an extremely rare piece and are never found in any Luger collection. As noted this pistol is in it's original 1904 configuration and has the early one-piece spring toggle lock mechanism on the right side, no Imperial Navy proofs anywhere on the pistol (which is correct for these early pre-approval Lugers), the distinctive 15 cm "Fat Barrel" configuration which was quickly dropped from production, the flat double frame spring, and the later two-position Navy type rear sight. It has the standard blank chamber area, "DWM" marked toggle, standard extractor markings with the polished lower safety area with the upper area having the milled, "GESICHERT" markings. In addition the only numbers found on this model is number "61" on the front of the frame, underside of the barrel and barrel extension lug, the left side of the breech block, toggle assembly, trigger, take down lever and left grip. It is complete with a later production replacement mismatched number Navy magazine that has the nickel plated magazine body with the correct wooden base with the correct concentric rings on the sides. As noted this is an extremely rare model Luger as almost 99% of these early Navy Lugers including all successive model 1906, 1908, and even the 1914 models, were all destroyed or at least reworked after WWI to comply with the Versailles Treaty. BBL: 6 inch round Stock: Gauge: 9 mm Luger Finish: blue Grips: walnut checkered Serial Number: 61 Condition: Very fine with 85% plus of the original blued finish overall with light wear on the edges and high spots, mixed with actual browning/light speckling of the blue finish on the grip straps, the outside portion of the center section of the barrel and the left side of the barrel extension. The small parts retain 50% of their original straw colors. The grips are also in very fine condition with nice checkering on both sides, just showing even honest wear across the tops of the checkering. The most distracting aspect of this extremely rare pistol is that there are a couple of minor pin-prick pitted areas on the frame under the grips, the right front muzzle area, the left side of the barrel extension and lower edge of the left frame. As noted this extremely rare 1904 Naval Luger has all matching numbers except the right grip which is numbered (52). Just a side note, if this was a standard issue Luger this overall condition might be detrimental to it's value however, due to the significant historical aspects of this pistol, and the extremely low/non-existence survival rate, this is really a stellar example and one of only two we have ever offered at auction in nearly 20 years!
Thumbnail 3492 Exceptional WWII Nazi Model G98/40 Bolt Action Rifle Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 7,500.00Estimate: 4,500.00 - 7,000.00 This is an exceptionally nice early, all original, all matching WWII G98/40 service rifle. These rifles were originally manufactured during the early part of WWII as the Hungarian model 35, at the Metal Goods and Weapons Factory, Budapest, Hungary. After the take over of the Hungarian factory by the Germans these rifles were designated the model G98/40 and the factory was given the wartime code of "jhv". This rifle is similar in function and operation to the standard K98 rifle with nearly identical front and rear sights, making training and reissue very easy. The top of the receiver is marked "jhv/41" the wartime code for the Hungarian factory and 1941 for the year of manufacture. The left receiver side wall is marked "G98/40" and the left side of the receiver and barrel have the large German Eagle firing proof. There are two large "Eagle/56" proofs on the right side of the receiver, and nearly every part, including the stock, forend and handguard, have either an "Eagle/56" or "Eagle/WaA56" proof mark. The forend is marked in front of the trigger guard, the buttstock is marked in the pistol grip area and on the bottom lower area with these proofs, along with the matching serial number and additional "jhv" code, and is marked on the right side below the sling slot cutout with two more "Eagle/WaA56" proofs. The handguard is marked on the top near the rear sight with the "Eagle/WaA56" proof as well. This rifle has the original cleaning rod which is serial numbered to the gun, and an original rubber muzzle cap. It is complete with an original leather cross hatched sling, ink stamped on the rough side "gtg/1942" and further along the sling "Kar." The original front sight hood is intact. BBL: 23 1/2 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 8 mm Mauser Finish: blue Grips: Serial Number: 6579d Condition: Excellent 98% original blued finish, with many areas of dried grease in the more protected areas. The wood is also excellent with scattered minor pressure dents, with crisp and clear markings. The sling is in very good original condition. Undoubtedly the finest WWII Nazi G98/40 ever offered by our auction company!
Thumbnail 3493 Spectacular Desirable Late WWII Nazi Walther K43 Semi-Automatic Sniper Rifle with ZF4 Scope and Moun Start Price: 2,250.00High Bid: 7,000.00Estimate: 4,750.00 - 6,000.00 This is an excellent example of a Late WWII Nazi K43 semi-automatic sniper rifle as manufactured by the Walther factory that has the correct WWII ZF4 sniper scope and Walther proofed original mount. This rifle has the late war rough cast receiver with rough cast bolt cover, with the reinforcing web on the front end and the hollow cocking knob on the left side. It also has the late war stamped sheet metal action cover. The rifle is a very late production rifle with the left side of the receiver marked "K43" and "ac/45" next to the "b" suffix serial number as well as the "Eagle/359" Waffenamt proof. The scope is marked "Gw ZF 4/71512/ddx/triangle". It has an original mount numbered "2909" towards the front end and has the correctly "fest" and "lose" marked locking lever. The stock and handguard are the correct late war laminated versions with stamped trigger guard with a partial "Eagle/359" stamped on the left side of the buttstock with a smaller same proof inside the pistol grip area. It is complete with an original brown leather sling, rubber muzzle cover, cleaning rod and sheet metal front sight cover. BBL: 22 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 8 mm Mauser Finish: phosphate Grips: Serial Number: 3941B Condition: Excellent overall with 95% of the original phosphate/blue finish with edges and high spot wear overall. The stock and handguard are both in very good condition with a nice matching color, that has handling marks and light scratches overall from actual use. The scope also retains 95% of it's original blue finish and the optics are clear but a little hazy. A nice example of a late WWII Nazi K43 sniper rig.
Thumbnail 3494 Custom Walther Sportmodell Single Shot Bolt Action Training Rifle with ZF-41 Scope Start Price: 600.00High Bid: 1,500.00Estimate: 1,200.00 - 2,250.00 The rifle is equipped with ramp blade and tangent sights and fitted with a "cxn/Z.F.41/1" scope in a "duv" mount renumbered to match gun and stamped with a spurious totenkopf. The top of the receiver is marked with the Walther banner over "THURINGEN" and the right side is marked "D