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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Desirable U.S. Air Force Property Marked Smith & Wesson Lightweight Model 13 Double Action Revolver3543 - Desirable U.S. Air Force Property Marked Smith & Wesson Lightweight Model 13 Double Action Revolver
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Desirable U.S. Air Force Property Marked Smith & Wesson Lightweight Model 13 Double Action Revolver Manufactured circa 1954-1956. The barrel ha...
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Estimate : 1,800.00 - 2,250.00
Sold to floor for (2,500.00) = 2,500.00
 
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World War I U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Double Action Army Revolver3544 - World War I U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Double Action Army Revolver
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World War I U.S. Smith & Wesson Model 1917 Double Action Army Revolver This is an excellent example of a Smith & Wesson Model 1917 U.S. Arm...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (1,100.00) = 1,100.00
 
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Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver with Military Presentation Inscription3545 - Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver with Military Presentation Inscription
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Colt Army Special Double Action Revolver with Military Presentation Inscription Manufactured in 1919. Standard Colt markings and checkered "CO...
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Estimate : 1,200.00 - 1,800.00
Sold to floor for (950.00) = 950.00
 
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Smith & Wesson 455 Mark II Hand Ejector 2nd Model Double Action Revolver3546 - Smith & Wesson 455 Mark II Hand Ejector 2nd Model Double Action Revolver
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Smith & Wesson 455 Mark II Hand Ejector 2nd Model Double Action Revolver Manufactured from 1915 to 1917. Standard barrel markings with Canadian...
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Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to floor for (850.00) = 850.00
 
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U.S. Colt Model 1896 New Army Double Action Revolver3547 - U.S. Colt Model 1896 New Army Double Action Revolver
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U.S. Colt Model 1896 New Army Double Action Revolver Standard two line Hartford address/patent dates (1884-1895) on top of the barrel with caliber ma
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Estimate : 900.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,200.00) = 1,200.00
 
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Colt New Army Commercial Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter3548 - Colt New Army Commercial Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter
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Colt New Army Commercial Double Action Revolver with Box and Factory Letter The included Colt factory letter confirms the caliber and barrel length a
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Estimate : 950.00 - 1,400.00
Sold to floor for (1,800.00) = 1,800.00
 
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Scarce and Desirable Springfield Model 1903 Sniper Rifle with Winchester A5 Telescope3549 - Scarce and Desirable Springfield Model 1903 Sniper Rifle with Winchester A5 Telescope
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Scarce and Desirable Springfield Model 1903 Sniper Rifle with Winchester A5 Telescope This is an example of a pre-WWI standard Model 1903 Springfield
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Estimate : 10,000.00 - 15,000.00
Sold to floor for (9,000.00) = 9,000.00
 
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Exceptional U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 National Match Star-Gauged Bolt Action Rifle3550 - Exceptional U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 National Match Star-Gauged Bolt Action Rifle
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Exceptional U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903 National Match Star-Gauged Bolt Action Rifle This is an excellent example of a Model 1903 Springfield,
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,250.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,500.00) = 3,500.00
 
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Documented Springfield Armory Model 1903A1 National Match Bolt Action Rifle with Research Letter and3551 - Documented Springfield Armory Model 1903A1 National Match Bolt Action Rifle with Research Letter and
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Documented Springfield Armory Model 1903A1 National Match Bolt Action Rifle with Research Letter and Accessories This is a pre-war production U.S. Sp
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Estimate : 3,750.00 - 5,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,500.00) = 3,500.00
 
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Outstanding World War II Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle3552 - Outstanding World War II Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle
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Outstanding World War II Johnson Model 1941 Semi-Automatic Rifle This is an outstanding example of a WWII Model 1941 Johnson Arms semi-automatic rifl
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Estimate : 4,500.00 - 6,500.00
Sold to floor for (7,000.00) = 7,000.00
 
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Original World War II U.S. Underwood M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine3553 - Original World War II U.S. Underwood M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine
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Original World War II U.S. Underwood M1 Semi-Automatic Carbine "EU" marked blade front sight and "S" marked 2-leaf rear sight, ...
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Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Extraordinary World War I U.S. Army Contract Remington-UMC Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol3554 - Extraordinary World War I U.S. Army Contract Remington-UMC Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Extraordinary World War I U.S. Army Contract Remington-UMC Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol This is an excellent original example of the scarce Remin
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Estimate : 15,000.00 - 25,000.00
Sold to floor for (13,000.00) = 13,000.00
 
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Exceptional World War I Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol3555 - Exceptional World War I Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Exceptional World War I Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol This desirable U.S. Army Colt Model 1911 was manufactured in early 1
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 5,500.00 - 8,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,750.00) = 3,750.00
 
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Rare Documented Martially Inspected Colt Military Model 1902 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pisto3556 - Rare Documented Martially Inspected Colt Military Model 1902 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pisto
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Rare Documented Martially Inspected Colt Military Model 1902 U.S. Army Contract Semi-Automatic Pistol with Colt Letter This is a fine example of a ra
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 6,500.00 - 9,500.00
Sold to floor for (7,000.00) = 7,000.00
 
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Scarce Early World War I Remington-UMC Manufactured U.S. Army Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol3557 - Scarce Early World War I Remington-UMC Manufactured U.S. Army Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Scarce Early World War I Remington-UMC Manufactured U.S. Army Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol This is a very nice example of an original late WWI ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,500.00 - 7,000.00
Sold to floor for (4,500.00) = 4,500.00
 
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Early Production U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol3558 - Early Production U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
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Early Production U.S. Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol This all correct and original U.S. Colt Model 1911 pistol was manufactured in 1913, the s
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Estimate : 2,250.00 - 3,500.00
Sold to floor for (2,250.00) = 2,250.00
 
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Stunning Near New Early Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 1172 with Factory Letter3559 - Stunning Near New Early Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 1172 with Factory Letter
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Stunning Near New Early Colt Model 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol Serial Number 1172 with Factory Letter This extraordinary U.S. Colt Model 1911 Automati
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Estimate : 35,000.00 - 65,000.00
Sold to floor for (60,000.00) = 60,000.00
 
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Documented Cased, Presentation, Rock Island Arsenal M-15 General Officer Pistol3560 - Documented Cased, Presentation, Rock Island Arsenal M-15 General Officer Pistol
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Documented Cased, Presentation, Rock Island Arsenal M-15 General Officer Pistol M-15 General Officer (GO) .45 ACP pistol manufactured by the Rock Isl
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 4,000.00 - 7,000.00
Sold to floor for (7,500.00) = 7,500.00
 
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Exceptional U.S. Property Marked Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Automatic Pistol3561 - Exceptional U.S. Property Marked Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Automatic Pistol
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Exceptional U.S. Property Marked Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Automatic Pistol U.S. contract Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pocket Automatic pistol
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,000.00 - 5,000.00
Sold to floor for (6,500.00) = 6,500.00
 
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World War II Remington Model 1903A4 Sniper Rifle with Weaver M73B1 Scope and Sling3562 - World War II Remington Model 1903A4 Sniper Rifle with Weaver M73B1 Scope and Sling
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World War II Remington Model 1903A4 Sniper Rifle with Weaver M73B1 Scope and Sling This is a WWII Remington Arms Model 1903A4 Sniper Rifle that was m
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
Sold to floor for (2,750.00) = 2,750.00
 
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