Montana Frontier History Auction

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Welcome to the Montana Frontier History Auction. Our two-day sale features a vast assortment of items.
Day 1: Cowboy Spurs, Bits, Indian Beadwork, Turquoise Jewelry, Navajo Rugs, Indian Artifacts, Chinese and Asian Objects, Tokens, Coins, Montana Photography and Historical Items, Band Signed Photos and Backstage Passes, Flags, Books, Rugs, Blankets, Textiles, and so much more.
Also included in Day 1 is a large selection of artworks from the Estate of Frederick Kress a notable California Artist.

Other featured artists include: Ace Powell, Bob Scriver, Taylor Lynde, Dave Powell, Tom Saubert, Les Peters, and Ralph Earl Decamp. A highlight of our art portion is the addition of an original Rembrandt etching of Jan Lutma.

Other lots of note include two industry award medals, given to Colorado Territory Gunsmith FW Freund for his accomplishments.

Day 2: Our Military and Firearm Day. Including a 7th Cavalry Montana Campaign Hat, a Signal Corps Messenger Pigeon Cage, Collection of Vietnam War Theater Made Patches, and many more unique and historical items.
A bid placed on our auctions is a legal contract – it cannot be revoked or cancelled for any reason. By registering for our auctions, you grant us permission to waive your right to execute any chargebacks against our company for any reason. Auctions will be sold with and without reserve. If a lot contains a reserve price, it will be clearly noted in the corresponding catalog. All items are sold as is, where is with no guarantees expressed or implied.
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WW2 German Army Binoculars602 - WW2 German Army Binoculars
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice set. Unusual, made before the US entered the war.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Indian Wars Soldiers Mess Cup603 - Indian Wars Soldiers Mess Cup
Davis Brothers Auction
4.5" tall, 4.5" diameter, 6.25" rim to handle width. Soldiers personal effects/mess item. Tin
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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WW2 US Army Heated Clothing Rheostat604 - WW2 US Army Heated Clothing Rheostat
Davis Brothers Auction
Some wear as shown. For use with electric boots and trousers.
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
 
 
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WW2 Navy US Coast Guard Flat Hat605 - WW2 Navy US Coast Guard Flat Hat
Davis Brothers Auction
A nice example of the classic US Navy flat hat, known colloquially as the "Donald Duck Hat". Adopted in 1852, the hat was worn for 111 yea...
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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WW2 Plaster of Paris Bandages Leg Splint606 - WW2 Plaster of Paris Bandages Leg Splint
Davis Brothers Auction
For use with medic kits.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Chemical-Biological Mask Canister607 - Chemical-Biological Mask Canister
Davis Brothers Auction
4240-01-361-1319 An air filtering device designed to be inserted in the facepiece of a MASK, CHEMICAL-BIOLOGICAL. It is designed to remove from the ai
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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George Stemple Knife Sheath Lot608 - George Stemple Knife Sheath Lot
Davis Brothers Auction
Lot of more than one dozen handmade sheaths from Missoula, MT knife maker, George Stemple. It is believed that George Stemple worked for R.H. Ruana in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 125.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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WW2 Czech Leather and Canvas Bag609 - WW2 Czech Leather and Canvas Bag
Davis Brothers Auction
Marked as shown.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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WW2 US Navy Flight Trousers M-446a610 - WW2 US Navy Flight Trousers M-446a
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice set. Size is 44.
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Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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Army Air Forces Pants Type A-11 Flight Trousers611 - Army Air Forces Pants Type A-11 Flight Trousers
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice condition. Size 34
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Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater612 - WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater613 - WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater614 - WW2 US Army High Neck Sweater
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Indian Wars US Cavalry Bunk Bed Quartermaster615 - Indian Wars US Cavalry Bunk Bed Quartermaster
Davis Brothers Auction
Quite difficult to find.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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105mm M323 Recoiless Rifle Shell Casing616 - 105mm M323 Recoiless Rifle Shell Casing
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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WW2 Dummy Cartridge US Navy MK1617 - WW2 Dummy Cartridge US Navy MK1
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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WW2 6" Dummy Cartridge US Navy MK2 1944618 - WW2 6" Dummy Cartridge US Navy MK2 1944
Davis Brothers Auction
Scarce.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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K98 Mauser Rifle Stock619 - K98 Mauser Rifle Stock
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice old stock.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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WW2 US Army Mountain Division Skis620 - WW2 US Army Mountain Division Skis
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice examples.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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WW2 US Airborne Pathfinders Yellow Panel Marker621 - WW2 US Airborne Pathfinders Yellow Panel Marker
Davis Brothers Auction
Deadstock.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Vietnam War FN FAL Training Dummy Rifle622 - Vietnam War FN FAL Training Dummy Rifle
Davis Brothers Auction
Used for training.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Group of Military Items623 - Group of Military Items
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Group of Military Uniforms624 - Group of Military Uniforms
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Group of Military Items625 - Group of Military Items
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice grouping.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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US Model 1917 80cm Rangefinder Artillery626 - US Model 1917 80cm Rangefinder Artillery
Davis Brothers Auction
Scarce.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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WW1 Patton Training Fencing Sword 1913627 - WW1 Patton Training Fencing Sword 1913
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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WW1 Model 1913 Patton Saber Tent Pole Scabbard628 - WW1 Model 1913 Patton Saber Tent Pole Scabbard
Davis Brothers Auction
Scarce tent pole scabbard. Hard to find.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold for (300.00) = 300.00
 
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WW1 Model 1913 Patton Sword629 - WW1 Model 1913 Patton Sword
Davis Brothers Auction
Dated 1914. No scabbard.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (375.00) = 375.00
 
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WW1 1917 Trench Knuckle Duster Knife A.C.Co630 - WW1 1917 Trench Knuckle Duster Knife A.C.Co
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example. Original knife and scabbard. Hard to find in this condition.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold for (650.00) = 650.00
 
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Antique Montana Frontier Cowboy Butcher Knife631 - Antique Montana Frontier Cowboy Butcher Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Very nice old butcher knife. 11.5" long
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Indian Wars 45-70 Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet632 - Indian Wars 45-70 Springfield Trapdoor Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Fantasy Biker Dagger Knife633 - Fantasy Biker Dagger Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice knife
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Chinese SKS Bayonet634 - Chinese SKS Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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WW2 US Navy Life Raft Knife635 - WW2 US Navy Life Raft Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Deadstock.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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WW1 British 1907 Enfield Bayonet636 - WW1 British 1907 Enfield Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (130.00) = 130.00
 
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WW2 Japanese Arisaka Rifle Bayonet637 - WW2 Japanese Arisaka Rifle Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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WW2 British Sheffield Machete638 - WW2 British Sheffield Machete
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Vietnam War SOG Caltrop Spike639 - Vietnam War SOG Caltrop Spike
Davis Brothers Auction
Rare piece. As used by the CIA in Vietnam.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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WW1 Remington 1917 Enfield Rifle Bayonet640 - WW1 Remington 1917 Enfield Rifle Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example. No scabbard.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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WW1 Prussian Butcher Bayonet641 - WW1 Prussian Butcher Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example. No scabbard.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
Sold for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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WW2 Japanese Arisaka Bayonet Scabbard642 - WW2 Japanese Arisaka Bayonet Scabbard
Davis Brothers Auction
Scabbard only.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (35.00 + 8.75BP) = 43.75
 
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WW2 RH Pal MK1 US Navy Knife643 - WW2 RH Pal MK1 US Navy Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Blade has a chip.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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WW2 French MAS Spike Bayonet644 - WW2 French MAS Spike Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Scarce.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Valor Jet Pilot Fighting Knife645 - Valor Jet Pilot Fighting Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Period copy of a US issue jet pilot knife.
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Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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WW2 USMC Marine Corps Bolo Knife646 - WW2 USMC Marine Corps Bolo Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 350.00
Sold for (150.00) = 150.00
 
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Navy Seals US M10 Rifle Bayonet647 - Navy Seals US M10 Rifle Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 25.00 - 50.00
Sold for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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WW1 Remington 1917 Enfield Rifle Bayonet648 - WW1 Remington 1917 Enfield Rifle Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example. 1913 dated.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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WW2 Woodman's Pal 284 Survival Machete649 - WW2 Woodman's Pal 284 Survival Machete
Davis Brothers Auction
Deadstock
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (140.00) = 140.00
 
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Model 1917 Springfield Bolo Bayonet Knife650 - Model 1917 Springfield Bolo Bayonet Knife
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold for (250.00) = 250.00
 
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WW2 German Army K98 Mauser Bayonet651 - WW2 German Army K98 Mauser Bayonet
Davis Brothers Auction
Nice example. No scabbard.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 75.00
Sold for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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