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Important Collector's Firearms Auction

Auction CurrencyUSD Auction Location1740 W. La Veta, Orange, California, 92868, United States In Person PreviewPreview at Little John's Gallery 1740 W. La Veta Ave., Orange, CA 92868 Tues.-Fri. 10:00am-5:00pm,...

Auction Details

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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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Winchester, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked “W”, flat bolt, flip-up r104U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Winchester, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked “W”, flat bolt, flip-up r
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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Winchester, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked “W”, flat bolt, flip-up rear sight, no magazine, tan woven sling, metal oi
U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Saginaw S’G’, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flaming 105U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Saginaw S’G’, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flaming
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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Saginaw S’G’, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flaming bomb proof and dated 3-44, flat bolt, flip-up two
No visible maker but likely Belgian-made Bull Dog DA revolver, .41 cal., 2-3/4” barrel, blue finis106No visible maker but likely Belgian-made Bull Dog DA revolver, .41 cal., 2-3/4” barrel, blue finis
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No visible maker but likely Belgian-made Bull Dog DA revolver, .41 cal., 2-3/4” barrel, blue finish, checkered black hard rubber grips, #34. This g
Hopkins & Allen XL Bull Dog Model DA revolver, .38 cal., 5” octagon barrel, nickel finish, lanyard107Hopkins & Allen XL Bull Dog Model DA revolver, .38 cal., 5” octagon barrel, nickel finish, lanyard
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Hopkins & Allen XL Bull Dog Model DA revolver, .38 cal., 5” octagon barrel, nickel finish, lanyard ring, checkered black hard rubber grips, #...
Interesting Bull Dog style DA revolver marked “Eagle Mfg. Co.” on barrel rib, .38 cal., 2-1/4” bar108Interesting Bull Dog style DA revolver marked “Eagle Mfg. Co.” on barrel rib, .38 cal., 2-1/4” bar
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Interesting Bull Dog style DA revolver marked “Eagle Mfg. Co.” on barrel rib, .38 cal., 2-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, checkered black hard rubber g
Large frame DA revolver marked “FRONTIER ARMY” on the top strap, .44 cal., 5-1/8” barrel, nickel f109Large frame DA revolver marked “FRONTIER ARMY” on the top strap, .44 cal., 5-1/8” barrel, nickel f
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Large frame DA revolver marked “FRONTIER ARMY” on the top strap, .44 cal., 5-1/8” barrel, nickel finish, checkered hard rubber grips, lanyard ring,
Engraved Winchester Model 1866 lever action rifle, signed “J.U.” for John Ulrich (1850-1924) on th110Engraved Winchester Model 1866 lever action rifle, signed “J.U.” for John Ulrich (1850-1924) on th
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Engraved Winchester Model 1866 lever action rifle, signed “J.U.” for John Ulrich (1850-1924) on the left side of the upper tang, .44 cal., 24” barr
Colt Single Action U.S. Artillery Series 45 Colt caliber 5-1/2” barrel, frame number 8814 with doc111Colt Single Action U.S. Artillery Series 45 Colt caliber 5-1/2” barrel, frame number 8814 with doc
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Colt Single Action U.S. Artillery Series 45 Colt caliber 5-1/2” barrel, frame number 8814 with documenting letter from noted Colt expert and author
Sharps New Model 1863 cartridge conversion SRC, .52 cal., 22” original 6-groove barrel, blue and c112Sharps New Model 1863 cartridge conversion SRC, .52 cal., 22” original 6-groove barrel, blue and c
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Sharps New Model 1863 cartridge conversion SRC, .52 cal., 22” original 6-groove barrel, blue and case hardened finish, wood stocks, no patchbox, #8
C.S. Rosson & Co. best quality side lock ejector double barrel S x S shotgun in 28 gauge with game112aC.S. Rosson & Co. best quality side lock ejector double barrel S x S shotgun in 28 gauge with game
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C.S. Rosson & Co. best quality side lock ejector double barrel S x S shotgun in 28 gauge with game scene engraving, serial #3359. The gun s...
Fantastic original bronze signed “Kauba” and entitled “How Kola” showing great action and fine det113Fantastic original bronze signed “Kauba” and entitled “How Kola” showing great action and fine det
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Fantastic original bronze signed “Kauba” and entitled “How Kola” showing great action and fine detail. The subject portrays a cowboy and an Indian
Remington double barrel side by side shotgun, factory marked "Trap Gun, F. Grade" on barrels, #P13114Remington double barrel side by side shotgun, factory marked "Trap Gun, F. Grade" on barrels, #P13
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Remington double barrel side by side shotgun, factory marked "Trap Gun, F. Grade" on barrels, #P134208, 12 gauge, 30" barrels, cho...
Smith & Wesson Baby Russian spur trigger revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, carved 115Smith & Wesson Baby Russian spur trigger revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, carved
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Smith & Wesson Baby Russian spur trigger revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, carved wood medallion grips to resemble stag mater...
Factory engraved Smith & Wesson top break DA revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, pea116Factory engraved Smith & Wesson top break DA revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, pea
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Factory engraved Smith & Wesson top break DA revolver, .38 cal., 3-1/4” barrel, nickel finish, pearl grips, #174476. This gun is in overall v...
Colt Official Police double action 38 caliber revolver 4” barrel, factory nickel plated, medallion117Colt Official Police double action 38 caliber revolver 4” barrel, factory nickel plated, medallion
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Colt Official Police double action 38 caliber revolver 4” barrel, factory nickel plated, medallion pearl Colt grips, butt marked S.P.D. No 39 with
Smith & Wesson 3rd Model single shot 22 Target pistol with 10” barrel, blued finish, checkered woo118Smith & Wesson 3rd Model single shot 22 Target pistol with 10” barrel, blued finish, checkered woo
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Smith & Wesson 3rd Model single shot 22 Target pistol with 10” barrel, blued finish, checkered wood medallion grips and original holster, ser...
Colt SAA revolver, .44/40 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, nickel finish, ivory grips, #82483. This gun is in 119Colt SAA revolver, .44/40 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, nickel finish, ivory grips, #82483. This gun is in
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Colt SAA revolver, .44/40 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, nickel finish, ivory grips, #82483. This gun is in overall good to very good condition showing appro
Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” barrel, blue finish, wood grips, #3109, t120Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” barrel, blue finish, wood grips, #3109, t
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Colt U.S. Artillery Model SAA revolver, .45 cal., 5-1/2” barrel, blue finish, wood grips, #3109, trigger guard is #8742, cylinder #0513. This gun i
Colt U.S. Cavalry SAA revolver, .45 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, brown finish, wood grips, #132142. This g121Colt U.S. Cavalry SAA revolver, .45 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, brown finish, wood grips, #132142. This g
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Colt U.S. Cavalry SAA revolver, .45 cal., 7-1/2” barrel, brown finish, wood grips, #132142. This gun is in overall good condition showing an older
Extensively period engraved Remington Model 1890 Single Action revolver, .44 cal., 5-1/2” barrel, 122Extensively period engraved Remington Model 1890 Single Action revolver, .44 cal., 5-1/2” barrel,
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Extensively period engraved Remington Model 1890 Single Action revolver, .44 cal., 5-1/2” barrel, blue finish, period ivory grips, lanyard ring, #1
Pair of original tooled leather saddlebags with concealed holster for a percussion revolver the si123Pair of original tooled leather saddlebags with concealed holster for a percussion revolver the si
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Pair of original tooled leather saddlebags with concealed holster for a percussion revolver the size of a Colt ’49 pocket model or pocket Navy in o
1988 reproduction of Remington 1904 calendar. Approximately 27”x13-1/2” excellent condition some 1241988 reproduction of Remington 1904 calendar. Approximately 27”x13-1/2” excellent condition some
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1988 reproduction of Remington 1904 calendar. Approximately 27”x13-1/2” excellent condition some storage marks in frame. $100-$300
Reproduction 1988 calendar originally published 1904 by Peters Cartridge Company. Fine condition, 125Reproduction 1988 calendar originally published 1904 by Peters Cartridge Company. Fine condition,
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Reproduction 1988 calendar originally published 1904 by Peters Cartridge Company. Fine condition, nicely framed, some nicks on frame. Est.; $100-$3
Pair of percussion belt pistols by E & H Bond of London showing back action locks, swivel ramrods 126Pair of percussion belt pistols by E & H Bond of London showing back action locks, swivel ramrods
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Pair of percussion belt pistols by E & H Bond of London showing back action locks, swivel ramrods and belt hooks. The pair are approx. 65 ca...
Pair of English saw handle back-action percussion pistols signed “Moore London” the pair measure a127Pair of English saw handle back-action percussion pistols signed “Moore London” the pair measure a
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Pair of English saw handle back-action percussion pistols signed “Moore London” the pair measure approx 13” overall with 7-3/4” octagon barrels of
Custom Luger Carbine, 9mm with 16” barrel utilizing Navy style rear sight and showing M and Crown 128Custom Luger Carbine, 9mm with 16” barrel utilizing Navy style rear sight and showing M and Crown
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Custom Luger Carbine, 9mm with 16” barrel utilizing Navy style rear sight and showing M and Crown proofs on left breech side of barrel. The qualit
U.S. M1 carbine, receiver-marked maker Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with 129U.S. M1 carbine, receiver-marked maker Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with
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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver-marked maker Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flaming bomb and dated 3-43, military finish, ear
U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flamin130U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flamin
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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Underwood with flaming bomb proof and dated 11-43, military finish, ta
U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Buffalo Arms with fla131U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Buffalo Arms with fla
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U.S. M1 carbine, receiver marked Irwin-Pedersen, .30 cal., 18” barrel marked Buffalo Arms with flaming bomb proof and dated 8-1943, military finish
Start Price : 1,000.00
U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1877 saddle ring carbine, .45-70 cal., 22” barrel, wood half stock132U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1877 saddle ring carbine, .45-70 cal., 22” barrel, wood half stock
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U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1877 saddle ring carbine, .45-70 cal., 22” barrel, wood half stock, trapdoor for cleaning rod in butt plate with th
Start Price : 750.00
19th century European Cane gun with 5.5mm rim fire double action, 6 shot revolver mounted with bay13319th century European Cane gun with 5.5mm rim fire double action, 6 shot revolver mounted with bay
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19th century European Cane gun with 5.5mm rim fire double action, 6 shot revolver mounted with bayonet marked “A F” for Francotte of Belgium. The
Confederate Potts type Bowie knife/bayonet in exceptional condition with periods scabbard. The bl134Confederate Potts type Bowie knife/bayonet in exceptional condition with periods scabbard. The bl
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Confederate Potts type Bowie knife/bayonet in exceptional condition with periods scabbard. The blade measures 12-1/4” nearly 17-1/4” overall. The
Smith & Wesson Model 559, 9mm semi-automatic pistol with steel frame and factory A engraved. Seria135Smith & Wesson Model 559, 9mm semi-automatic pistol with steel frame and factory A engraved. Seria
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Smith & Wesson Model 559, 9mm semi-automatic pistol with steel frame and factory A engraved. Serial # A785561 shipped April 15th 1985 on requ...
Pre Model 27 Smith & Wesson double action 357 magnum caliber revolver, with factory 8-3/8” barrel 136Pre Model 27 Smith & Wesson double action 357 magnum caliber revolver, with factory 8-3/8” barrel
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Pre Model 27 Smith & Wesson double action 357 magnum caliber revolver, with factory 8-3/8” barrel and early 5 screw frame, serial # S129540. ...
NO LOT137NO LOT
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NO LOT
Start Price : 0.00
Johnson Model 1941 semi-auto U.S. military rifle, .30-06 cal., 22” barrel, re-parkerized finish, w138Johnson Model 1941 semi-auto U.S. military rifle, .30-06 cal., 22” barrel, re-parkerized finish, w
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Johnson Model 1941 semi-auto U.S. military rifle, .30-06 cal., 22” barrel, re-parkerized finish, wood stock, olive green woven sling, #5358. This g
Wild West Show style travel bag made for Buffalo Bill Cody with steer hide accents to Indian tanne139Wild West Show style travel bag made for Buffalo Bill Cody with steer hide accents to Indian tanne
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Wild West Show style travel bag made for Buffalo Bill Cody with steer hide accents to Indian tanned and painted parfleche. The bag measures 12” in
Krieghoff Model 32, 12 gauge 4 barrel set with carrying case, single trigger auto ejector, beautif140Krieghoff Model 32, 12 gauge 4 barrel set with carrying case, single trigger auto ejector, beautif
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Krieghoff Model 32, 12 gauge 4 barrel set with carrying case, single trigger auto ejector, beautifully game scene and scroll engraved, serial #321.
Parker Bros. VHE grade 12 gauge double barrel shotgun 28” barrels choked cylinder right modified l141Parker Bros. VHE grade 12 gauge double barrel shotgun 28” barrels choked cylinder right modified l
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Parker Bros. VHE grade 12 gauge double barrel shotgun 28” barrels choked cylinder right modified left, Miller single trigger added, auto ejectors p
Belgium Browning Superposed 20 gauge 3 barrel set, long tang, round knob, field grade, single-trig142Belgium Browning Superposed 20 gauge 3 barrel set, long tang, round knob, field grade, single-trig
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Belgium Browning Superposed 20 gauge 3 barrel set, long tang, round knob, field grade, single-trigger, auto ejectors, with luggage case, serial #18
Colt Ace semi-auto pistol, .22LR cal., fixed sights, 5” barrel, blue finish, pearl grips, two tone143Colt Ace semi-auto pistol, .22LR cal., fixed sights, 5” barrel, blue finish, pearl grips, two tone
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Colt Ace semi-auto pistol, .22LR cal., fixed sights, 5” barrel, blue finish, pearl grips, two tone correct Ace magazine, low serial number 580. Thi
Start Price : 1,400.00
Smith & Wesson “New Departure” or lemon squeezer 38 cal DA revolver, nickel plated, pearl grips in144Smith & Wesson “New Departure” or lemon squeezer 38 cal DA revolver, nickel plated, pearl grips in
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Smith & Wesson “New Departure” or lemon squeezer 38 cal DA revolver, nickel plated, pearl grips in fine to excellent original cond. Serial #1...
Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Lady Smith 22 caliber double action revolver with 3” barrel, nickel plate145Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Lady Smith 22 caliber double action revolver with 3” barrel, nickel plate
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Smith & Wesson 2nd Model Lady Smith 22 caliber double action revolver with 3” barrel, nickel plated, hard rubber grips, serial #10631. The r...
Colt New Frontier Single Action revolver 45 long Colt caliber, 7-1/2” barrel, blue and case harden146Colt New Frontier Single Action revolver 45 long Colt caliber, 7-1/2” barrel, blue and case harden
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Colt New Frontier Single Action revolver 45 long Colt caliber, 7-1/2” barrel, blue and case hardened finish, medallion wood grips, serial #02494NF.
Parker DHE grade 12 gauge SXS shotgun, 28" barrels, auto ejectors, pistol grip stock, beavertail f147Parker DHE grade 12 gauge SXS shotgun, 28" barrels, auto ejectors, pistol grip stock, beavertail f
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Parker DHE grade 12 gauge SXS shotgun, 28" barrels, auto ejectors, pistol grip stock, beavertail forend, choked modified/improved cylinder r...
Original oil painting on board signed lower left J.F Kernan probably intended for illustration of 148Original oil painting on board signed lower left J.F Kernan probably intended for illustration of
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Original oil painting on board signed lower left J.F Kernan probably intended for illustration of The Saturday Evening Post, Outdoor Life or other
Art metal statue of ancient warrior in armor measures approx. 20” in ht. including base. Nicely pa149Art metal statue of ancient warrior in armor measures approx. 20” in ht. including base. Nicely pa
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Art metal statue of ancient warrior in armor measures approx. 20” in ht. including base. Nicely painted with good patina. Some slight losses of pai
European bronze casting circa 1900 to 1930 showing wounded panther signed C. Valton. The bronze me150European bronze casting circa 1900 to 1930 showing wounded panther signed C. Valton. The bronze me
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European bronze casting circa 1900 to 1930 showing wounded panther signed C. Valton. The bronze measures approx 21” in ht. by 37”. Nicely patinated
E.J. Churchill Regal XXV 12 gauge double barrel by S x S shotgun with box lock action, 25" barrels150aE.J. Churchill Regal XXV 12 gauge double barrel by S x S shotgun with box lock action, 25" barrels
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E.J. Churchill Regal XXV 12 gauge double barrel by S x S shotgun with box lock action, 25" barrels, serial #8530. The gun shows an English...
Colt Pocket London Navy factory cartridge conversion, .36 cal., 5-1/2” round barrel, loading gate,151Colt Pocket London Navy factory cartridge conversion, .36 cal., 5-1/2” round barrel, loading gate,
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Colt Pocket London Navy factory cartridge conversion, .36 cal., 5-1/2” round barrel, loading gate, ejector rod and housing, nickel finish, wood gri