Important Collector's Firearms Auction

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Featuring: Deluxe Sporting Arms from the Robert E. Petersen Estate and his Superior Collcetion of Fine Art. Also-an exclusive collection of Oddities and Vari-Type Arms from an Old Time New York Collector's Estate. Also Part II of the David Tate "Texas Colt" collection. The Best Pair of antique Remington Revolers known form the "Slim Kohler" collection, original transcript of a court martial requested by Capt. Abraham Whipple signed by John Paul Jones and eleven other important officers sent to the Commander and Chief of Naval Operations Eseck Hopkins and possible the earliest official U.S. Naval record of an important battle. Factory engraved Pre-War Ace pictured in the R.E. Hable Collection, a factory engraved .38 Super Match shipped to Camp Perry, Harpers Ferry Rifle #15 the earliest U.S. Martial rifle made at a U.S. Arsenal believed to be used on the Lewis and Clark Expedition. A fine engraved and presented 18k Gold Pocket Watch given by Buffalo Bill Cody to his agent, a striped American Maple Writing Desk belonging to a Yeoman serving on the U.S.S. Constitution, a high relief factory engraved 1876 Winchester in .50 cal. signed Ulrich, a Gustave Young exibition quality New Model #3 property of Trick Shooter Ira Paine and high quality firearms from A-Z. Also: Approx. 200 Fine Original Artworks by E.I. Couse, Wilhelm Kuhnert, Robert Kuhn, Carl Rungius, John Banovich, Doug Van Howd, Gerald Cassidy, J.H. Sharp, Edgar Paxson, Robert Scott, Lynn Bogue-Hunt, DAvid Hagerbaumer, Gustave Muss. Arnott and other finities from several collections and estates.
All items are as is, no warranty or claims and All SALES ARE FINAL. Please examine prior to bidding as it is the bidder's responsibilty to establish condition, age, genuineness, value or any other determinative factors.
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Fine original bronze of eagle going into  water (probably after salmon) signed Doug Van  Howd number1527 - Fine original bronze of eagle going into water (probably after salmon) signed Doug Van Howd number
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Fine original bronze of eagle going into water (probably after salmon) signed Doug Van Howd numbered 1 of 50. The bronze measures approx. 30” in ht
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Original bronze of sabre tooth tiger one of  only fifty measuring 10” in height not  including base.1528 - Original bronze of sabre tooth tiger one of only fifty measuring 10” in height not including base.
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Original bronze of sabre tooth tiger one of only fifty measuring 10” in height not including base. Signed Doug Van Howd. Doug Van Howd is one of Ca
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Oil painting on board signed lower right  Maass. The painting measures approx. 13”x18”  and is in ex1529 - Oil painting on board signed lower right Maass. The painting measures approx. 13”x18” and is in ex
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Oil painting on board signed lower right Maass. The painting measures approx. 13”x18” and is in excellent condition, nicely framed and matted. Davi
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E.J. Churchill Premier XXV self opening full  side lock (extra finish) double barrel S x S  shotgun,1530 - E.J. Churchill Premier XXV self opening full side lock (extra finish) double barrel S x S shotgun,
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E.J. Churchill Premier XXV self opening full side lock (extra finish) double barrel S x S shotgun, 12 gauge, 25" barrels, serial #4681 (see ...
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Russian enamel on gilted silver toasting cup  and tray (samanova) showing jeweled accents  and fine 1531 - Russian enamel on gilted silver toasting cup and tray (samanova) showing jeweled accents and fine
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Russian enamel on gilted silver toasting cup and tray (samanova) showing jeweled accents and fine work with eagles and floral designs. The cup mea
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Large Russian gilt on silver and enamel  decorated toasting cup with matching tray  showing jeweled 1532 - Large Russian gilt on silver and enamel decorated toasting cup with matching tray showing jeweled
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Large Russian gilt on silver and enamel decorated toasting cup with matching tray showing jeweled accents. The cup measures 6-1/2” in height the t
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French Naval style Blunderbuss pistol signed  “Jacob Civet” St. Etienne on lock with  engraved silve1533 - French Naval style Blunderbuss pistol signed “Jacob Civet” St. Etienne on lock with engraved silve
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French Naval style Blunderbuss pistol signed “Jacob Civet” St. Etienne on lock with engraved silver butt cap in parrot-eagle motif with silver wire
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Pair of French style center hammer percussion  pistols with brass elliptical blunderbuss  barrels si1534 - Pair of French style center hammer percussion pistols with brass elliptical blunderbuss barrels si
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Pair of French style center hammer percussion pistols with brass elliptical blunderbuss barrels signed “T.E.” in script initials on their brass fra
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Pair of under hammer percussion target  pistols of French style signed “J. Hermad” on  top of each f1535 - Pair of under hammer percussion target pistols of French style signed “J. Hermad” on top of each f
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Pair of under hammer percussion target pistols of French style signed “J. Hermad” on top of each frame. The pair measure 7-1/4” overall with 3” oc
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Rare National .41 caliber derringer with 2”  barrel and iron frame one of only 200  estimated to hav1536 - Rare National .41 caliber derringer with 2” barrel and iron frame one of only 200 estimated to hav
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Rare National .41 caliber derringer with 2” barrel and iron frame one of only 200 estimated to have been produced. Serial #11594. The derringer rem
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Dutch military style flintlock musket marked  “B: 411” on top barrel flat, approximately  .78 cal., 1536a - Dutch military style flintlock musket marked “B: 411” on top barrel flat, approximately .78 cal.,
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Dutch military style flintlock musket marked “B: 411” on top barrel flat, approximately .78 cal., 43” two stage barrel, American restocked circa ea
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Winchester Model 12 upgraded and engraved 12  gauge 2 barrel set, serial #1567103.  The gun  shows a1537 - Winchester Model 12 upgraded and engraved 12 gauge 2 barrel set, serial #1567103. The gun shows a
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Winchester Model 12 upgraded and engraved 12 gauge 2 barrel set, serial #1567103. The gun shows a factory styled grade 5 pattern engraving and gol
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Winchester Model 12 upgraded  and engraved 20  gauge 2 barrel set, serial #136077.  The gun  shows a1538 - Winchester Model 12 upgraded and engraved 20 gauge 2 barrel set, serial #136077. The gun shows a
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Winchester Model 12 upgraded and engraved 20 gauge 2 barrel set, serial #136077. The gun shows a factory grade 5 pattern and gold inlays with pig
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Great old percussion full stock trade gun  with serpentine reverse side lock plate, .69  cal., 47” r1538a - Great old percussion full stock trade gun with serpentine reverse side lock plate, .69 cal., 47” r
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Great old percussion full stock trade gun with serpentine reverse side lock plate, .69 cal., 47” round barrel, tiger striped wood stock, brass tipp
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Custom engraved and upgraded Winchester Model  12, 20 gauge shotgun, serial #1346906.  The  gun show1539 - Custom engraved and upgraded Winchester Model 12, 20 gauge shotgun, serial #1346906. The gun show
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Custom engraved and upgraded Winchester Model 12, 20 gauge shotgun, serial #1346906. The gun shows a number 5 style factory influenced engraving p
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Remington .41 caliber over/under derringer.  Serial #159. With one line Remington Arms Co.  address 1540 - Remington .41 caliber over/under derringer. Serial #159. With one line Remington Arms Co. address
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Remington .41 caliber over/under derringer. Serial #159. With one line Remington Arms Co. address circa 1885 in very good plus to near fine conditi
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Philadelphia derringer marked J.E. Evans on  barrel in good original condition. The  mid-sized derri1541 - Philadelphia derringer marked J.E. Evans on barrel in good original condition. The mid-sized derri
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Philadelphia derringer marked J.E. Evans on barrel in good original condition. The mid-sized derringer measures 5-3/4” overall with 1-7/8” barrel o
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Early heart butt Scottish flintlock pistol  circa 1690-1720. Approximately 12" overall  with origina1542 - Early heart butt Scottish flintlock pistol circa 1690-1720. Approximately 12" overall with origina
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Early heart butt Scottish flintlock pistol circa 1690-1720. Approximately 12" overall with original period parts and untouched out of the at...
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Spectacular “BULGARI” inspired ladies  designer ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Set  with a checkerboa1542a - Spectacular “BULGARI” inspired ladies designer ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Set with a checkerboa
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Spectacular “BULGARI” inspired ladies designer ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Set with a checkerboard cut Amethyst weighing approx. 6.00 carats and
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Classic Scottish Flintlock pistol with rams’  horn shaped butt and finely engraved brass  barrel, lo1543 - Classic Scottish Flintlock pistol with rams’ horn shaped butt and finely engraved brass barrel, lo
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Classic Scottish Flintlock pistol with rams’ horn shaped butt and finely engraved brass barrel, lock signed but only “Wm___ St____” legible with re
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Rare and early Flintlock knife pistol signed  “Winhoring & C.M.” on lock area beneath pan.   The gri1544 - Rare and early Flintlock knife pistol signed “Winhoring & C.M.” on lock area beneath pan. The gri
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Rare and early Flintlock knife pistol signed “Winhoring & C.M.” on lock area beneath pan. The grip is cast German silver which is lightly en...
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NO LOT1545 - NO LOT
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NO LOT
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Spanish miquelet flintlock pistol in Ripol  style with fish tail butt and pierce steel  inlays circa1546 - Spanish miquelet flintlock pistol in Ripol style with fish tail butt and pierce steel inlays circa
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Spanish miquelet flintlock pistol in Ripol style with fish tail butt and pierce steel inlays circa 18th century. The arm measures 17 ¼” over...
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Rare 10 shot Harmonica pistol marked “A.  Jarre” in 7mm pin fire caliber.  The pistol  is operated d1547 - Rare 10 shot Harmonica pistol marked “A. Jarre” in 7mm pin fire caliber. The pistol is operated d
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Rare 10 shot Harmonica pistol marked “A. Jarre” in 7mm pin fire caliber. The pistol is operated double action and automatically moves bar to next
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Colonel Le Mat patent marked Revolving  carbine with provision for socket bayonet on  right side of 1548 - Colonel Le Mat patent marked Revolving carbine with provision for socket bayonet on right side of
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Colonel Le Mat patent marked Revolving carbine with provision for socket bayonet on right side of muzzle, nine shot, 11mm top rifle barrel, single
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Elegant and Royal quality percussion  knife/pistol circa mid 19th century with  forged steel and gol1549 - Elegant and Royal quality percussion knife/pistol circa mid 19th century with forged steel and gol
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Elegant and Royal quality percussion knife/pistol circa mid 19th century with forged steel and gold gilted mounts and matching scabbard. Illustrat
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High quality French Flintlock poaching gun  signed “Berthon a Aix” lock with finely  checkered and c1550 - High quality French Flintlock poaching gun signed “Berthon a Aix” lock with finely checkered and c
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High quality French Flintlock poaching gun signed “Berthon a Aix” lock with finely checkered and carved burl wood stock showing figure of hunting d
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Antique Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA  revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” re-nickeled  finish, faux ivory gr1550a - Antique Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” re-nickeled finish, faux ivory gr
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Antique Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” re-nickeled finish, faux ivory grips, #137723. This gun is in overall good conditi
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Mariette Brevete four shot pepperbox in  original French style case, serial #662.  The  pistol measu1550b - Mariette Brevete four shot pepperbox in original French style case, serial #662. The pistol measu
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Mariette Brevete four shot pepperbox in original French style case, serial #662. The pistol measures 7-1/4” overall with 2-3/4” barrel cluster of
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“Apache” pin fire knuckle duster with folding  bayonet marked “Dolne – BAR- INV- Brevete”   circa ap1551 - “Apache” pin fire knuckle duster with folding bayonet marked “Dolne – BAR- INV- Brevete” circa ap
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“Apache” pin fire knuckle duster with folding bayonet marked “Dolne – BAR- INV- Brevete” circa approx 1860’s in 5.5 mm pin fire, serial #1366 on f
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High quality over & under Flintlock 2 shot  pistol by Tatham & Egg of London circa early  19th centu1552 - High quality over & under Flintlock 2 shot pistol by Tatham & Egg of London circa early 19th centu
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High quality over & under Flintlock 2 shot pistol by Tatham & Egg of London circa early 19th century with original silver plaques mounted...
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Original oil on canvas showing rare Snow  Leopard signed lower left Guy Coheleach.  Approximately 301553 - Original oil on canvas showing rare Snow Leopard signed lower left Guy Coheleach. Approximately 30
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Original oil on canvas showing rare Snow Leopard signed lower left Guy Coheleach. Approximately 30”x40” fine condition with no problems. Frame show
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Original oil on canvas signed lower left  Banovich 2001. Measures approx.  11-1/2”x8-1/2” in its ori1554 - Original oil on canvas signed lower left Banovich 2001. Measures approx. 11-1/2”x8-1/2” in its ori
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Original oil on canvas signed lower left Banovich 2001. Measures approx. 11-1/2”x8-1/2” in its original frame with tag reading “The Allure of Gold
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Original oil painting on canvas signed lower  right C. Rungius (1869-1959) showing desert  sheep wit1555 - Original oil painting on canvas signed lower right C. Rungius (1869-1959) showing desert sheep wit
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Original oil painting on canvas signed lower right C. Rungius (1869-1959) showing desert sheep with rugged landscape, cactus and rainbow. Approxima
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Hand revolved percussion pepperbox with seven  (7) shot barrel cluster signed Lewis &  Tomes, London1556 - Hand revolved percussion pepperbox with seven (7) shot barrel cluster signed Lewis & Tomes, London
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Hand revolved percussion pepperbox with seven (7) shot barrel cluster signed Lewis & Tomes, London circa mid 19th century with plaque inscrib...
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Pair of Balkan or Greek Flintlock pistols  with ornate silver alloy cast and pierced  metal stocks w1557 - Pair of Balkan or Greek Flintlock pistols with ornate silver alloy cast and pierced metal stocks w
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Pair of Balkan or Greek Flintlock pistols with ornate silver alloy cast and pierced metal stocks with chiseled steel locks and barrels circa 19th c
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Presentation Remington Rolling Block rifle,  .45 cal., 36” barrel, nickel finish, wood  stocks with 1558 - Presentation Remington Rolling Block rifle, .45 cal., 36” barrel, nickel finish, wood stocks with
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Presentation Remington Rolling Block rifle, .45 cal., 36” barrel, nickel finish, wood stocks with plaque in right side of butt stock stating “Prese
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Mariette Brevete pepper box of large bore  with original spike-bayonet and ebony grips  circa 1850’s1559 - Mariette Brevete pepper box of large bore with original spike-bayonet and ebony grips circa 1850’s
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Mariette Brevete pepper box of large bore with original spike-bayonet and ebony grips circa 1850’s to 60’s. The pepper box shows six (6) barrel of
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H&R “The American” DA revolver, .44 Webley  cal., 2-1/2” octagon barrel, blue finish,  checkered bla1560 - H&R “The American” DA revolver, .44 Webley cal., 2-1/2” octagon barrel, blue finish, checkered bla
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H&R “The American” DA revolver, .44 Webley cal., 2-1/2” octagon barrel, blue finish, checkered black hard rubber grips, #6912. This gun is in...
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Large frame pocket Belgian DA revolver with  very rare “*TEXAS BULL-DOG*  marked top  strap, .41 cal1561 - Large frame pocket Belgian DA revolver with very rare “*TEXAS BULL-DOG* marked top strap, .41 cal
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Large frame pocket Belgian DA revolver with very rare “*TEXAS BULL-DOG* marked top strap, .41 cal., 2-1/2” barrel, nickel finish, deluxe floral an
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Belgian proofed DA revolver marked “THE  BRITISH BULL DOG” on the top strap, .44 cal.,  2-1/2” barre1562 - Belgian proofed DA revolver marked “THE BRITISH BULL DOG” on the top strap, .44 cal., 2-1/2” barre
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Belgian proofed DA revolver marked “THE BRITISH BULL DOG” on the top strap, .44 cal., 2-1/2” barrel, nickel finish, ivory grips, #NVSN. This gun is
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Indian center hammer Flintlock knife pistol  with chiseled muzzle showing head of beast  with teeth.1563 - Indian center hammer Flintlock knife pistol with chiseled muzzle showing head of beast with teeth.
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Indian center hammer Flintlock knife pistol with chiseled muzzle showing head of beast with teeth. The pistol measures 16-1/2” overall with approx
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Colt 1851 Navy revolver, 36 cal percussion in  good original condition, serial #145221.   The metal 1564 - Colt 1851 Navy revolver, 36 cal percussion in good original condition, serial #145221. The metal
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Colt 1851 Navy revolver, 36 cal percussion in good original condition, serial #145221. The metal surfaces show a patina finish with light to moder
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Mid-eastern style percussion Blunderbuss with  iron barrel utilizing Tower lock converted  to percus1565 - Mid-eastern style percussion Blunderbuss with iron barrel utilizing Tower lock converted to percus
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Mid-eastern style percussion Blunderbuss with iron barrel utilizing Tower lock converted to percussion showing G.R. and crown with Broad head proof
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Unique 22 cal, 4 shot, palm  squeezer/pepperbox with nickel finish, serial  #820.  These unique oddi1566 - Unique 22 cal, 4 shot, palm squeezer/pepperbox with nickel finish, serial #820. These unique oddi
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Unique 22 cal, 4 shot, palm squeezer/pepperbox with nickel finish, serial #820. These unique oddities were mfg by C.S. Shatuck Arms Co. of Hatfiel
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Greene’s Patent breech loading single shot  underhammer percussion rifle, .53 cal., 36”  round barre1567 - Greene’s Patent breech loading single shot underhammer percussion rifle, .53 cal., 36” round barre
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Greene’s Patent breech loading single shot underhammer percussion rifle, .53 cal., 36” round barrel, blue and case hardened finish, full length woo
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Remington Model 1816 rifle, Maynard priming  device conversion to percussion, .70 cal.,  42” barrel,1568 - Remington Model 1816 rifle, Maynard priming device conversion to percussion, .70 cal., 42” barrel,
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Remington Model 1816 rifle, Maynard priming device conversion to percussion, .70 cal., 42” barrel, bright finish, wood stock, sling swivels, lock p
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Remington Rolling Block rifle, extensively  period scroll engraved in the New York style,  possibly 1569 - Remington Rolling Block rifle, extensively period scroll engraved in the New York style, possibly
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Remington Rolling Block rifle, extensively period scroll engraved in the New York style, possibly by the shop of L.D. Nimschke, blue and nickel fin
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Remington No. 2 Rolling Block rifle, .32RF  cal., 26” octagon barrel, blue and case  hardened finish1570 - Remington No. 2 Rolling Block rifle, .32RF cal., 26” octagon barrel, blue and case hardened finish
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Remington No. 2 Rolling Block rifle, .32RF cal., 26” octagon barrel, blue and case hardened finish, wood stocks, #H40280. This gun is in overall fi
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Interesting Ward-Burton bolt-action single  shot rifle, possibly a prototype as its  patent dates ar1571 - Interesting Ward-Burton bolt-action single shot rifle, possibly a prototype as its patent dates ar
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Interesting Ward-Burton bolt-action single shot rifle, possibly a prototype as its patent dates are different than observed on other examples; “US”
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