Decmeber 2013 Premiere Antique Firearms Auction

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Rock Island Auction Company’s December 2013 Premiere Firearms Auction is as diverse as it is encyclopedic. Not only do exceptional guns exist in every genre, but several genres in this sale represent a lifetime’s work from dedicated collectors who have comprised academic and thorough compilations in their field of interest. In this sale will be comprehensive assortment of “Trapdoor” Rifles consisting of every caliber, barrel length, and style of ramrod bayonet. The selection of over 450 Winchesters will include rare caliber and special order pre-64 Model 70 rifles and all your favorite lever actions such as 1873s, 1876s, 1886s, 1892s, & 1894s. They’ll have classic engravings, precious metals, amazing conditions, and scarce configurations. The 600+ Colts are equally as extensive including everything from an 1874 Gatling gun to six different Paterson models, and even a pair given to sitting President Ronald Reagan! These are only a few examples of the many far-reaching genres that will be present in this auction. As always, there will also be fantastic selections of foreign and U.S. military arms, Smith & Wessons, high end sporting longarms, and over 2,000 items classified as antiques or curio & relics. It all takes place December 6th, 7th, & 8th, in our 86,000 sq. ft. facility! See all our items online at www.rockislandauction.com/search
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U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Ramrod Bayonet Rifle1501 - U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Ramrod Bayonet Rifle
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U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Ramrod Bayonet Rifle Manufactured in 1891, this Model 1888 Springfield Trapdoor rifle has a ramrod bayonet. The lock plat
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (900.00) = 900.00
 
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle1502 - U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle The rifle is equipped with an "R" marked Buffington rear sight and a pinned blade front sight ...
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (700.00) = 700.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Three U.S. Trapdoor Training Aids -A) U.S. Wood Barrel Trapdoor Training Rifle1503 - Collector's Lot of Three U.S. Trapdoor Training Aids -A) U.S. Wood Barrel Trapdoor Training Rifle
Rock Island Auction Company
Collector's Lot of Three U.S. Trapdoor Training Aids -A) U.S. Wood Barrel Trapdoor Training Rifle A) 36 inch long wooden barrel, trapdoor lock...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle1504 - U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle
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U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle This is an excellent example of a U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor rifle that was manufactured in 1888. Blue finis
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Estimate : 1,300.00 - 1,900.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine with Star Suffix Serial Number1505 - U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine with Star Suffix Serial Number
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine with Star Suffix Serial Number This is an example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Carbine with star-suf
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,900.00) = 1,900.00
 
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle1506 - U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle Manufactured in 1882. The rear sight is graduated to 1,200 yards with a base graduated 1-5. The rear sight
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 950.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (850.00) = 850.00
 
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U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet1507 - U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet
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U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet Blade front and Buffington "R" rear sights, with the "V/P/Eagle Head/...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,700.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles -A) U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Two1508 - Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles -A) U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Two
Rock Island Auction Company
Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles -A) U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Two Band Rifle A) The 1863 dated lock plate h...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,100.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (900.00) = 900.00
 
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Outstanding Pre-World War II Colt Government Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol1509 - Outstanding Pre-World War II Colt Government Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Outstanding Pre-World War II Colt Government Model 1911A1 Semi-Automatic Pistol This commercial example was manufactured in 1931. It has the standard
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,500.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Original Colt Government Model Black Box1510 - Original Colt Government Model Black Box
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Original Colt Government Model Black Box This Colt factory paper hinge black box is for a Colt Government Model semi-automatic pistol. The lid has a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (950.00) = 950.00
 
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Exceptional Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol1511 - Exceptional Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Exceptional Colt Model 1902 Military Semi-Automatic Pistol This example was manufactured in 1927. The left side of the slide has the two block patent
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,750.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (4,000.00) = 4,000.00
 
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Pre-World War II Production Colt Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol1512 - Pre-World War II Production Colt Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Pre-World War II Production Colt Super 38 Semi-Automatic Pistol Manufactured in 1937. Fixed sights with the two line address and patent dates on the
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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Outstanding Documented and Rare Colt Government Model French Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol with Col1513 - Outstanding Documented and Rare Colt Government Model French Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol with Col
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Outstanding Documented and Rare Colt Government Model French Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol with Colt Factory Letter This is an excellent example of
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Estimate : 6,500.00 - 11,000.00
Sold to floor for (9,000.00) = 9,000.00
 
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Desirable Colt Model 1911A1 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol Sold to Von Lengerke and Antoine wi1514 - Desirable Colt Model 1911A1 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol Sold to Von Lengerke and Antoine wi
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Desirable Colt Model 1911A1 National Match Semi-Automatic Pistol Sold to Von Lengerke and Antoine with Colt Factory Documentation This is a highly de
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,750.00 - 6,500.00
Sold to floor for (8,500.00) = 8,500.00
 
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R. Swan Signed Superbly Engraved and Gold Inlaid Cased Set of Early Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols -A) 1515 - R. Swan Signed Superbly Engraved and Gold Inlaid Cased Set of Early Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols -A)
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R. Swan Signed Superbly Engraved and Gold Inlaid Cased Set of Early Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols -A) Engraved and Inlaid Colt Model 1902 Military Pisto
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 7,000.00 - 12,000.00
Sold to floor for (12,000.00) = 12,000.00
 
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Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol1516 - Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol Manufactured in 1924. The slide has the two line address/patent marking with the Rampant Colt behind
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,800.00) = 1,800.00
 
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Post World War I Production Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol1517 - Post World War I Production Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Post World War I Production Colt Government Model Semi-Automatic Pistol Manufactured in 1919. Blade front and "U" notch rear sights on sl...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,400.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (1,900.00) = 1,900.00
 
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Factory Engraved Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol1518 - Factory Engraved Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Factory Engraved Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol Manufactured in 1920 with a factory scroll engraving. The slide has the two line a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,500.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Colt Model 1903 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol with Pearl Grips1519 - Colt Model 1903 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol with Pearl Grips
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Colt Model 1903 Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol with Pearl Grips Manufactured in 1920. The slide has the two line, two block patent dates and addres
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to gunsjn for (900.00 + 184.50BP) = 1,084.50
 
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First Year Production Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol1520 - First Year Production Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol
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First Year Production Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Semi-Automatic Pistol Manufactured in 1903, the first year of production. Standard early two
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 900.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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