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Auction No. 129 - Session 1

Auction No. 129 - Session 1

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Auction No. 129 - Session 1

Auction No. 129 - Session 1

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British Brown Bess Pattern of 1809 Musket with Regimental Marking

British Brown Bess Pattern of 1809 Musket with Regimental Marking

Lot # 26 (Sale Order: 26 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.75 cal., 38 1/2'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a bright gunmetal and pewter patina showing remnants of light oxidation staining over all with perhaps very sparsely scattered very light pinprick pits. It shows appropriate British proofs on the left radius along with ''SG''. The Tower-marked lock and its attendant parts are dull pewter-gunmetal gray showing some hardened oil and scattered light oxidation and the arm is in original flint. The brass hardware is a dull goldenrod and ochre patina, the triggerguard showing remnants of a one-time varnish that is flaking. The tang of the India pattern-style buttplate is marked ''448/RF/L/56'', the original ramrod is appropriately engraved ''L'' as well. This marking is the Royal Fusiliers, known also as the 7th Regiment of Foot, this gun from Co. L. The stock rates very fine to perhaps near excellent with much original varnish, the expected light dings and handling marks from the years and sharp edges throughout. Attached to the sling swivel bails is an original buff leather sling that is moderately flaking, the front portion showing some strong remnants of its original white-buff color. Note that there is a rather nice Brown Bess bayonet in the online auction. A very nicely-preserved ''last pattern'' Bess, regimentally marked and with a nice original sling. (3C9980-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
.75 cal., 38 1/2'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is a bright gunmetal and pewter patina showing remnants of light oxidation staining over all with perha...moreps very sparsely scattered very light pinprick pits. It shows appropriate British proofs on the left radius along with ''SG''. The Tower-marked lock and its attendant parts are dull pewter-gunmetal gray showing some hardened oil and scattered light oxidation and the arm is in original flint. The brass hardware is a dull goldenrod and ochre patina, the triggerguard showing remnants of a one-time varnish that is flaking. The tang of the India pattern-style buttplate is marked ''448/RF/L/56'', the original ramrod is appropriately engraved ''L'' as well. This marking is the Royal Fusiliers, known also as the 7th Regiment of Foot, this gun from Co. L. The stock rates very fine to perhaps near excellent with much original varnish, the expected light dings and handling marks from the years and sharp edges throughout. Attached to the sling swivel bails is an original buff leather sling that is moderately flaking, the front portion showing some strong remnants of its original white-buff color. Note that there is a rather nice Brown Bess bayonet in the online auction. A very nicely-preserved ''last pattern'' Bess, regimentally marked and with a nice original sling. (3C9980-2) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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British Brown Bess Pattern of 1809 Musket with Regimental Marking

British Brown Bess Pattern of 1809 Musket with Regimental Marking

Lot # 27 (Sale Order: 27 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
.75 cal., 38 1/2'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is an overall silvery-pewter gunmetal patina showing remnants of light oxidation staining and perhaps a few sparsely scattered light pinprick pits. It shows British proofs on its left radius as well as a couple deeply stamped letters which are not currently legible. The tower marked lock and its attendant parts are a dull pewter gunmetal gray with light oxidation staining and some hardened oil. All of the brass furniture has toned to a dull ochre patina, showing what may be remnants of an older lacquer or varnish coating, the bow of the triggerguard showing flaking. The tang of the buttplate is marked ''308/RF/D/12'', the ramrod marked in turn ''308''; the marking for the Royal Fusiliers, also known as the 7th Regiment of Foot The stock rates very fine with very well-defined edges and some areas of added finish, but it is un-sanded and unmolested. The toeline of the butt stock shows a small amount of paint splatter but they could doubtless be removed, indeed if the finish with toned down a bit one would not even notice the slight bit of added varnish. The lock seems to function well mechanically and the arm appears to be in original flint and as-mentioned the original ramrod is present. A sharp-looking Bess that would be great above the mantel; note that there is a rather nice Brown Bess bayonet in the online auction. (39980-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)
.75 cal., 38 1/2'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. The barrel is an overall silvery-pewter gunmetal patina showing remnants of light oxidation staining and perhaps a...more few sparsely scattered light pinprick pits. It shows British proofs on its left radius as well as a couple deeply stamped letters which are not currently legible. The tower marked lock and its attendant parts are a dull pewter gunmetal gray with light oxidation staining and some hardened oil. All of the brass furniture has toned to a dull ochre patina, showing what may be remnants of an older lacquer or varnish coating, the bow of the triggerguard showing flaking. The tang of the buttplate is marked ''308/RF/D/12'', the ramrod marked in turn ''308''; the marking for the Royal Fusiliers, also known as the 7th Regiment of Foot The stock rates very fine with very well-defined edges and some areas of added finish, but it is un-sanded and unmolested. The toeline of the butt stock shows a small amount of paint splatter but they could doubtless be removed, indeed if the finish with toned down a bit one would not even notice the slight bit of added varnish. The lock seems to function well mechanically and the arm appears to be in original flint and as-mentioned the original ramrod is present. A sharp-looking Bess that would be great above the mantel; note that there is a rather nice Brown Bess bayonet in the online auction. (39980-1) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

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Impressive American Dog Lock Long Fowler

Impressive American Dog Lock Long Fowler

Lot # 28 (Sale Order: 28 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
About 8 bore, 72'' barrel with a heavily oxidized bore. This is an amazing as-found long fowler measuring 90'' overall length. The barrel is a soft brown lightly oxidized patina and features British proofs on its left radius and is marked ''E*Allen'' on the top flat. The heavy-duty dog lock is a similar patina, the lock plate marked ''R/ALLEN'', the pivoting dog at the rear of the lock no longer present. There is no nosecap but there are three brass thimbles and a simple brass tailpipe. There is a very rudimentary iron triggerguard attached with square brads and no buttplate. Each of the stock flats has dropper points at their rear and there is a small brass heart-shaped overlay on the wrist. The stock appears to be constructed of cherry and is a very tight grain wood showing much original varnish and the expected overall minor dings and handling marks that come from the years. There is a crack the underside of the forestock ahead of the triggerguard and another drying crack at the right side of the butt toward the point of comb, neither are very obtrusive. The lock functions somewhat sluggishly and there is an antique replacement ramrod included. Stockel lists ''R Allen'' in London 1724-1728; there was an Edward Allen in Birmingham 1769-1774, the proofs on this barrel however are London proofs, perhaps Yankee Elias Allen stamped his name when he assembled the gun here from British parts, given the rudimentary construction that seems more likely. Just an absolutely super untouched as-found long fowler showing wonderful rudimentary Yankee construction from harvested British parts, suitable for display above the finest antique mantels. [Please Note Extra Shipping Will Apply Due to Length] {39976-25) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
About 8 bore, 72'' barrel with a heavily oxidized bore. This is an amazing as-found long fowler measuring 90'' overall length. The barrel is a soft brown lightly oxidized...more patina and features British proofs on its left radius and is marked ''E*Allen'' on the top flat. The heavy-duty dog lock is a similar patina, the lock plate marked ''R/ALLEN'', the pivoting dog at the rear of the lock no longer present. There is no nosecap but there are three brass thimbles and a simple brass tailpipe. There is a very rudimentary iron triggerguard attached with square brads and no buttplate. Each of the stock flats has dropper points at their rear and there is a small brass heart-shaped overlay on the wrist. The stock appears to be constructed of cherry and is a very tight grain wood showing much original varnish and the expected overall minor dings and handling marks that come from the years. There is a crack the underside of the forestock ahead of the triggerguard and another drying crack at the right side of the butt toward the point of comb, neither are very obtrusive. The lock functions somewhat sluggishly and there is an antique replacement ramrod included. Stockel lists ''R Allen'' in London 1724-1728; there was an Edward Allen in Birmingham 1769-1774, the proofs on this barrel however are London proofs, perhaps Yankee Elias Allen stamped his name when he assembled the gun here from British parts, given the rudimentary construction that seems more likely. Just an absolutely super untouched as-found long fowler showing wonderful rudimentary Yankee construction from harvested British parts, suitable for display above the finest antique mantels. [Please Note Extra Shipping Will Apply Due to Length] {39976-25) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Unmarked British Proofed American Flintlock Long Fowler

Unmarked British Proofed American Flintlock Long Fowler

Lot # 29 (Sale Order: 29 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
About 10 bore, 59'' round barrel with an oxidized bore. This is an absolutely lovely, untouched, attic-condition American long fowler, stocked using a combination of British and Yankee parts. All of the iron surfaces are soft brown lightly oxidized patina, the barrel showing two turned medials about one third of the way down its length, exhibiting British proofs on the left radius, the only sight being a very simple brass blade about 3'' from the muzzle. The lock is unmarked, features a bridled frizzen, very light borderline engraving, swan neck cock and was affixed to its original rifle or musket with two screws, the gunsmith that assembled this musket used only the rear-most screw, the left stock flat shows no screw escutcheon; and the screw is a very large-headed example very much like a Brown Bess lockplate screw. There are three simple brass ramrod thimbles and a simple brass tailpipe and a very simplistic brass triggerguard affixed, pinned in place without any screw present; it is a wonderful dark brown and black patina; the buttplate as well is smooth brass and very simple showing a deep ochre patina. The stock is lovely and untouched and is a tight grain American hardwood or semi-hardwood, appearing rather oak-like in nature, but most certainly could be cherry as the grain is very straight and without figure, it is an overall oxidized dark brown color with ingrained soot and grime. The wood between the right of tang and upper portion of lockplate has cracked but it remains in place and somewhat loose and mercifully no one has ever attempted to squirt glue into the crack; it would be very easy to rectify. The barrel's tang as well shows two screws, one original, one added, when the gunsmith who built the fowler assembled it. Just a perfect attic-condition American long fowler that has spent the many years un-touched, un-adulterated and looks just as it did during the period of use, there is no ramrod present. Suitable for only the finest colonial mantels. (39670-34) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] [Please Note Extra Shipping Will Apply Due to Length] (1500/2000)
About 10 bore, 59'' round barrel with an oxidized bore. This is an absolutely lovely, untouched, attic-condition American long fowler, stocked using a combination of Brit...moreish and Yankee parts. All of the iron surfaces are soft brown lightly oxidized patina, the barrel showing two turned medials about one third of the way down its length, exhibiting British proofs on the left radius, the only sight being a very simple brass blade about 3'' from the muzzle. The lock is unmarked, features a bridled frizzen, very light borderline engraving, swan neck cock and was affixed to its original rifle or musket with two screws, the gunsmith that assembled this musket used only the rear-most screw, the left stock flat shows no screw escutcheon; and the screw is a very large-headed example very much like a Brown Bess lockplate screw. There are three simple brass ramrod thimbles and a simple brass tailpipe and a very simplistic brass triggerguard affixed, pinned in place without any screw present; it is a wonderful dark brown and black patina; the buttplate as well is smooth brass and very simple showing a deep ochre patina. The stock is lovely and untouched and is a tight grain American hardwood or semi-hardwood, appearing rather oak-like in nature, but most certainly could be cherry as the grain is very straight and without figure, it is an overall oxidized dark brown color with ingrained soot and grime. The wood between the right of tang and upper portion of lockplate has cracked but it remains in place and somewhat loose and mercifully no one has ever attempted to squirt glue into the crack; it would be very easy to rectify. The barrel's tang as well shows two screws, one original, one added, when the gunsmith who built the fowler assembled it. Just a perfect attic-condition American long fowler that has spent the many years un-touched, un-adulterated and looks just as it did during the period of use, there is no ramrod present. Suitable for only the finest colonial mantels. (39670-34) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] [Please Note Extra Shipping Will Apply Due to Length] (1500/2000)

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Superb Cased Pair of John Manton & Son Percussion Pistols

Superb Cased Pair of John Manton & Son Percussion Pistols

Lot # 30 (Sale Order: 30 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 12,000High Estimate: 18,000
serial #11402, .48 caliber, 10" octagon barrels with bright excellent finely rifled bores. These pistols were made in 1841 and remain in near new condition. The pistols are engraved on locks with lovely flowing scroll with wonderful geometric border engraving on locks and the dolphin hammers. The bolsters are also engraved and feature platinum blow out plugs which are also engraved. The pistols are equipped with sliding stud safeties on locks, adjustable single set triggers and beautifully formed finger spurs emanating from the bottom of each triggerguard. The top of each barrel is engraved "John Manton & Son Dover Street London" and each lock is engraved "Jno MANTON & SON PATENT". The condition of the pistols is stunning with the barrels retaining 95% original brown and showing vivid striped Damascus pattern their entire lengths. The locks, breeches and tangs show over 90% original color case hardened finish which has softened on the lock and vivid on the hammer and breech. The stocks are of stunningly figured English walnut and rate excellent plus showing 97% original finish remaining with flat top checkered grips and rounded iron capped butts. The forends terminate in lovely engraved iron caps and there is no provision for barrel mounted ramrod. The triggerguards with beautifully formed finger spurs are engraved and show about 70% bright original blue with the balanced flaked leaving behind a lovely smooth brown patina. The triggerplate terminates in a finely engraved pineapple finial and the triggerplates retain 95% strong original color case hardened finish. The stock flats terminate in wonderful teardrop shaped drop points, edges are razor sharp and the checkering is virtually perfect. The guns come cased in their original casing with green baize lining and proper label which dates to 1841. The accessories include combination ramrod, cleaning rod and mallet handle which is horn or wood tipped with brass fittings. The accompanying threaded mallet head is of rosewood with cork insert on one striking surface. A rosewood threaded canister is present along with turn screw, 2 ivory handled horse hair brushes, bullet mould, patch cutter, leather covered three compartment flask, "T" shaped combination nipple tool which functions as a wrench and houses a vent pick as well as a pair of spare nipples, one in each end of the "T" handle. There is also a small leather sack with cast projectiles. The interior of the case rates excellent as do all of the accessories except for the turn screws which have chipped tips. The case has typical English round folding handle in lid and rates excellent being neatly stamped in the center of the bottom "NEGUS". A handwritten index card within the case states that the Negus' were one of the founders of the First National Bank of Greenville, Mississippi. A simply stunning set of Manton percussion pistols in nearly as-new original condition. (1F9944-19) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (12,000/18,000)
serial #11402, .48 caliber, 10" octagon barrels with bright excellent finely rifled bores. These pistols were made in 1841 and remain in near new condition. The pistols a...morere engraved on locks with lovely flowing scroll with wonderful geometric border engraving on locks and the dolphin hammers. The bolsters are also engraved and feature platinum blow out plugs which are also engraved. The pistols are equipped with sliding stud safeties on locks, adjustable single set triggers and beautifully formed finger spurs emanating from the bottom of each triggerguard. The top of each barrel is engraved "John Manton & Son Dover Street London" and each lock is engraved "Jno MANTON & SON PATENT". The condition of the pistols is stunning with the barrels retaining 95% original brown and showing vivid striped Damascus pattern their entire lengths. The locks, breeches and tangs show over 90% original color case hardened finish which has softened on the lock and vivid on the hammer and breech. The stocks are of stunningly figured English walnut and rate excellent plus showing 97% original finish remaining with flat top checkered grips and rounded iron capped butts. The forends terminate in lovely engraved iron caps and there is no provision for barrel mounted ramrod. The triggerguards with beautifully formed finger spurs are engraved and show about 70% bright original blue with the balanced flaked leaving behind a lovely smooth brown patina. The triggerplate terminates in a finely engraved pineapple finial and the triggerplates retain 95% strong original color case hardened finish. The stock flats terminate in wonderful teardrop shaped drop points, edges are razor sharp and the checkering is virtually perfect. The guns come cased in their original casing with green baize lining and proper label which dates to 1841. The accessories include combination ramrod, cleaning rod and mallet handle which is horn or wood tipped with brass fittings. The accompanying threaded mallet head is of rosewood with cork insert on one striking surface. A rosewood threaded canister is present along with turn screw, 2 ivory handled horse hair brushes, bullet mould, patch cutter, leather covered three compartment flask, "T" shaped combination nipple tool which functions as a wrench and houses a vent pick as well as a pair of spare nipples, one in each end of the "T" handle. There is also a small leather sack with cast projectiles. The interior of the case rates excellent as do all of the accessories except for the turn screws which have chipped tips. The case has typical English round folding handle in lid and rates excellent being neatly stamped in the center of the bottom "NEGUS". A handwritten index card within the case states that the Negus' were one of the founders of the First National Bank of Greenville, Mississippi. A simply stunning set of Manton percussion pistols in nearly as-new original condition. (1F9944-19) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (12,000/18,000)

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German K98k Code 42 Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf with Luftwaffe Markings

German K98k Code 42 Bolt Action Rifle by Mauser Oberndorf with Luftwaffe Markings

Lot # 31 (Sale Order: 31 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #6962h, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive 1939-dated rifle retain about 90% original blue with most of the loss due to thinning and toning to pewter gray patina along the bolt, bottom metal and barrel bands, along with some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The middle barrel band shows some more noticeable light dings and tool marks from improper removal attempts but they are relatively unobtrusive and the bolt release shows some mild freckling. All markings remain intact and strong and all parts appear to be stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 63" Waffenamts. The walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing strong arsenal oil finish with some scattered light dings and a few mild abrasions. The stock markings remain completely intact and quite strong with just some mild softening, the right side butt showing dual "(Eagle) / WaA63" Waffenamts and "(Eagle) / L" Luftwaffe property stamp. The proper Waffenamts are also present along the toe line and pistolgrip and both the stock and handguard are matching the receiver. All of the remaining serialized parts are matching including the action screws and barrel band spring, the action seems to function well mechanically and an original cleaning rod is included. This is a very fine Luftwaffe rifle that appears to have only seen light use, that would make an excellent addition to any German martial collection. (13C9807-199) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)
serial #6962h, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this attractive 1939-dated rifle retain about 90% original blue with most of the...more loss due to thinning and toning to pewter gray patina along the bolt, bottom metal and barrel bands, along with some sparsely scattered light dings and handling marks. The middle barrel band shows some more noticeable light dings and tool marks from improper removal attempts but they are relatively unobtrusive and the bolt release shows some mild freckling. All markings remain intact and strong and all parts appear to be stamped with the appropriate "(Eagle) / 63" Waffenamts. The walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing strong arsenal oil finish with some scattered light dings and a few mild abrasions. The stock markings remain completely intact and quite strong with just some mild softening, the right side butt showing dual "(Eagle) / WaA63" Waffenamts and "(Eagle) / L" Luftwaffe property stamp. The proper Waffenamts are also present along the toe line and pistolgrip and both the stock and handguard are matching the receiver. All of the remaining serialized parts are matching including the action screws and barrel band spring, the action seems to function well mechanically and an original cleaning rod is included. This is a very fine Luftwaffe rifle that appears to have only seen light use, that would make an excellent addition to any German martial collection. (13C9807-199) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

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German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Erma

German K98k Bolt Action Rifle by Erma

Lot # 32 (Sale Order: 32 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #2974h, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ax-coded and 41-dated rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some light operational wear along the bolt, minor high edge wear, thinning along the floorplate and a few small areas of light oxidation staining along the barrel. The bolt sleeve and bolt release spring are taking on a deep plum tone and all markings remain intact and strong. The laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing strong original finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks, a few fine scratches along either side of the butt and a thin 2" lamination crack along the left side butt. The stock and handguard are stamp-numbered matching the receiver and the stock retains very good, slightly softened markings with proper "(Eagle) / 280" Waffenamts and "(Eagle) / H" Heer army property stamp. The buttplate is of bpr subcontractor make, the recoil lug disc is stamped with a "(Eagle) / 289" Waffenamt and the disc is unmarked. The barrel band spring appears to be stamped with an "(Eagle) / 37" but is also stamped-numbered matching by serial number, the front action screw is unmarked and the remaining numbered parts are matching and show proper (Eagle) / 280" Waffenamts. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are present and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example from this low-production manufacturer. (13C9807-170) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)
serial #2974h, 8mm Mauser, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ax-coded and 41-dated rifle retain about 92% original blue showing some lig...moreht operational wear along the bolt, minor high edge wear, thinning along the floorplate and a few small areas of light oxidation staining along the barrel. The bolt sleeve and bolt release spring are taking on a deep plum tone and all markings remain intact and strong. The laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very fine condition showing strong original finish with some scattered light dings and handling marks, a few fine scratches along either side of the butt and a thin 2" lamination crack along the left side butt. The stock and handguard are stamp-numbered matching the receiver and the stock retains very good, slightly softened markings with proper "(Eagle) / 280" Waffenamts and "(Eagle) / H" Heer army property stamp. The buttplate is of bpr subcontractor make, the recoil lug disc is stamped with a "(Eagle) / 289" Waffenamt and the disc is unmarked. The barrel band spring appears to be stamped with an "(Eagle) / 37" but is also stamped-numbered matching by serial number, the front action screw is unmarked and the remaining numbered parts are matching and show proper (Eagle) / 280" Waffenamts. An original front sight hood and cleaning rod are present and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example from this low-production manufacturer. (13C9807-170) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (1500/2000)

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German G.43 Semi-Auto Rifle by Walther

German G.43 Semi-Auto Rifle by Walther

Lot # 33 (Sale Order: 33 of 600)      

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serial #7801o, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ac 44-coded rifle retain about 96% original dark gray phosphate and blue finishes showing some mild high edge and operational wear, along with some scattered small specks of light oxidation staining mostly along the barrel. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "(Eagle) / 359" Waffenamts, the un-numbered stamped housing with proper "(Eagle) / WaAA44" and the scope rail has been factory milled-off. The smooth laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing a thin chip along the right side of the handguard ahead of the ventilation cutout, some scattered thin lamination cracks and some overall light dings. The stock appears to be un-numbered but otherwise retains strong "(Eagle) / 359" and "(Eagle) / WaAC10" Waffenamts. All of the bolt parts are matching the receiver, the cleaning rod, dust cover and front sight hood are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. One aye-coded magazine with an arsenal refurbished blue finish in otherwise excellent condition is included. A near excellent example of these iconic German semi-auto military rifles. (13B9807-173) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #7801o, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ac 44-coded rifle retain about 96% original dark gray phosphate and blue fi...morenishes showing some mild high edge and operational wear, along with some scattered small specks of light oxidation staining mostly along the barrel. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "(Eagle) / 359" Waffenamts, the un-numbered stamped housing with proper "(Eagle) / WaAA44" and the scope rail has been factory milled-off. The smooth laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in very good plus condition showing a thin chip along the right side of the handguard ahead of the ventilation cutout, some scattered thin lamination cracks and some overall light dings. The stock appears to be un-numbered but otherwise retains strong "(Eagle) / 359" and "(Eagle) / WaAC10" Waffenamts. All of the bolt parts are matching the receiver, the cleaning rod, dust cover and front sight hood are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. One aye-coded magazine with an arsenal refurbished blue finish in otherwise excellent condition is included. A near excellent example of these iconic German semi-auto military rifles. (13B9807-173) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

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Very Rare & Desirable Pedersen Semi-Auto Rifle by Vickers-Armstrongs Ltd.

Very Rare & Desirable Pedersen Semi-Auto Rifle by Vickers-Armstrongs Ltd.

Lot # 34 (Sale Order: 34 of 600)      

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serial #118, 276 Pedersen, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome rifle retain about 95-96% original blue with most of the loss due to some small spots of light oxidation and pitting mostly scattered along areas near the wood line at the triggerguard, forward stock nut, right edge of the heat shield and right side barrel. These areas are very unobtrusive and the metal surfaces otherwise just show some very light scattered handling marks. Some of the smaller parts retain most of their fine straw color and fire blue finishes and all markings remain intact and strong showing model and maker information on the left side receiver, small British proof marks on the receiver and toggle and a circled "C/2" inspector stamp atop the breech. The heat shield and ventilation cutouts along the bottom of the stock offer a nice view of the helical cooling fins along the barrel assembly. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its arsenal oil finish showing a light scratch on the right side, a few darkened areas of oxidation leaching near the hardware and some scattered light dings. The stock also shows some attractive subtle grain figure throughout and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a small dossier of information regarding the design and history of the Pedersen rifle along with what appears to be an original British-style leather sling that shows some light scuffing and discoloration. With its advanced cartridge and interesting toggle-delayed blowback action the Pedersen rifle was the main competitor with the Garand during inter-war U.S. military testing. Despite being a worthy contender, it fell short, and the Garand chambered in Pedersen's 276 cartridge was tentatively approved. Further logistical concerns soon caused the new cartridge to be dropped as well and the M1 Garand in 30-06 we all know was adopted in 1936. The Pedersen rifle was also tested for a short time by the UK and Japan. Developed by one of America's preeminent arms designers, this is a wonderful example that would make a superb addition to the most advanced martial collection. (13E9965-40) {C&R} (12,000/15,000)
serial #118, 276 Pedersen, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this handsome rifle retain about 95-96% original blue with most of the loss due ...moreto some small spots of light oxidation and pitting mostly scattered along areas near the wood line at the triggerguard, forward stock nut, right edge of the heat shield and right side barrel. These areas are very unobtrusive and the metal surfaces otherwise just show some very light scattered handling marks. Some of the smaller parts retain most of their fine straw color and fire blue finishes and all markings remain intact and strong showing model and maker information on the left side receiver, small British proof marks on the receiver and toggle and a circled "C/2" inspector stamp atop the breech. The heat shield and ventilation cutouts along the bottom of the stock offer a nice view of the helical cooling fins along the barrel assembly. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock remains in very fine condition retaining most of its arsenal oil finish showing a light scratch on the right side, a few darkened areas of oxidation leaching near the hardware and some scattered light dings. The stock also shows some attractive subtle grain figure throughout and the action seems to function well mechanically. Included is a small dossier of information regarding the design and history of the Pedersen rifle along with what appears to be an original British-style leather sling that shows some light scuffing and discoloration. With its advanced cartridge and interesting toggle-delayed blowback action the Pedersen rifle was the main competitor with the Garand during inter-war U.S. military testing. Despite being a worthy contender, it fell short, and the Garand chambered in Pedersen's 276 cartridge was tentatively approved. Further logistical concerns soon caused the new cartridge to be dropped as well and the M1 Garand in 30-06 we all know was adopted in 1936. The Pedersen rifle was also tested for a short time by the UK and Japan. Developed by one of America's preeminent arms designers, this is a wonderful example that would make a superb addition to the most advanced martial collection. (13E9965-40) {C&R} (12,000/15,000)

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German K.43 Semi-Auto Rifle by Walther

German K.43 Semi-Auto Rifle by Walther

Lot # 35 (Sale Order: 35 of 600)      

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serial #874d, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ac 45-coded rifle retain about 95% original dark gray phosphate and blue finishes showing some scattered light handling marks, a small ding at the edge of the nosecap and some scattered areas of the phosphate taking on a mottled gray-brown tone. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "(Eagle) / 359" Waffenamts and the stamped housing is unmarked. The smooth laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and a couple tiny abrasions along the bottom of the pistolgrip. The stock is not numbered externally and retains strong Waffenamts on the pistolgrip and toe line. All of the bolt parts are mismatched but matching each other "715", the cleaning rod, dust cover and front sight hood are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. One aye-coded magazine showing strong phosphate finish is included. A very attractive late-war Walther. (13B9807-90) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #874d, 8mm Mauser, 22" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this ac 45-coded rifle retain about 95% original dark gray phosphate and blue fin...moreishes showing some scattered light handling marks, a small ding at the edge of the nosecap and some scattered areas of the phosphate taking on a mottled gray-brown tone. All markings remain intact and strong with proper "(Eagle) / 359" Waffenamts and the stamped housing is unmarked. The smooth laminated hardwood stock and handguard remain in near excellent condition showing some scattered light dings and a couple tiny abrasions along the bottom of the pistolgrip. The stock is not numbered externally and retains strong Waffenamts on the pistolgrip and toe line. All of the bolt parts are mismatched but matching each other "715", the cleaning rod, dust cover and front sight hood are intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. One aye-coded magazine showing strong phosphate finish is included. A very attractive late-war Walther. (13B9807-90) {C&R} [Vincent Coniglio Collection] (2000/3000)

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High Condition Percussion Double Rifle by Nelson Lewis of Troy, New York

High Condition Percussion Double Rifle by Nelson Lewis of Troy, New York

Lot # 36 (Sale Order: 36 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
Description Update 03/24/2021: A few thin very small cracks around right side toe and heel

.40 caliber, 31" barrels with bright excellent bores. This rifle is unembellished and remains in a very fine state of preservation. The gun features back action locks and Lewis' distinctive bolster design. The top of the barrel rib is marked "N. LEWIS MAKER TROY, N.Y." and the barrels retain 95% original brown finish with some small scattered specks of light surface oxidation present. The barrel breech, tang, locks and triggerguard all show over 90% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite bright and appears to have a coat of protective lacquer, which is probably original. The stock is of plain walnut and features iron furniture which includes a round patchbox, crescent buttplate, pierced toeplate, wedge escutcheons and tailpipe. Again all unengraved, the butt and toeplates with lots of original case color, patchbox, wedge escutcheons and tailpipe are all a lovely smooth pewter gray. The stock rates excellent with nearly all of its original oil finish and with Lewis' classic large shadowline cheekrest which extends to the toeline of the stock. The stock shows hardly any handling marks with just a lovely untouched surface. All stock furniture fits beautifully and several screws show slot damage but this is not overly obtrusive. The rifle is sighted with a hooded front with very fine post, the rear sight is no longer present and dovetail is vacant, and the tang holds a folding lollipop tang sight. Lewis is a very well-known maker from New York and this is a wonderful example of his work in superb original condition. (1B9670-3) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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Boston Percussion Double Rifle by William R. Schaefer

Boston Percussion Double Rifle by William R. Schaefer

Lot # 37 (Sale Order: 37 of 600)      

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.47 caliber, 28" barrels with bright excellent bores. This rifle is of plain grade but remains in remarkable condition. Each of the island locks is engraved "W.R. SCHAEFER / BOSTON" and the top of the barrel rib is stamp marked "W.R. SCHAEFER, BOSTON". The barrels show 95% even brown finish overall with brilliant original color case-hardened finish on the breech. Both nipples are bright and do not show any evidence of being capped and fired. The locks show 85% original color case-hardened finish with a little light oxidation staining which is minor and only adds to the honest nature of the gun. The stock is of plain walnut with a checkered straight wrist and iron furniture. The furniture includes a patchbox in right side of butt, a similar smaller round compartment in toeline of stock which holds a worm, triggerguard and buttplate along with wedge escutcheons and tailpipe. The triggerguard retains over 80% original color case-hardened finish with other iron furniture bearing a mixture of original color case-hardening and a smooth gray patina. The stock rates excellent with 95% original finish overall with strong checkering on wrist. The stock shows tight cracks on either side from front of lock to the flash deflector, they measure 1/4" in length and are part of the reason island locks were not often used. The ramrod is correct but appears later, it fits well and has recessed ring in brass tip which fits into the corresponding ridge on barrel to lock in place. A handsome American percussion double rifle with lots of condition. (1C9670-102) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)
.47 caliber, 28" barrels with bright excellent bores. This rifle is of plain grade but remains in remarkable condition. Each of the island locks is engraved "W.R. SCHAEFE...moreR / BOSTON" and the top of the barrel rib is stamp marked "W.R. SCHAEFER, BOSTON". The barrels show 95% even brown finish overall with brilliant original color case-hardened finish on the breech. Both nipples are bright and do not show any evidence of being capped and fired. The locks show 85% original color case-hardened finish with a little light oxidation staining which is minor and only adds to the honest nature of the gun. The stock is of plain walnut with a checkered straight wrist and iron furniture. The furniture includes a patchbox in right side of butt, a similar smaller round compartment in toeline of stock which holds a worm, triggerguard and buttplate along with wedge escutcheons and tailpipe. The triggerguard retains over 80% original color case-hardened finish with other iron furniture bearing a mixture of original color case-hardening and a smooth gray patina. The stock rates excellent with 95% original finish overall with strong checkering on wrist. The stock shows tight cracks on either side from front of lock to the flash deflector, they measure 1/4" in length and are part of the reason island locks were not often used. The ramrod is correct but appears later, it fits well and has recessed ring in brass tip which fits into the corresponding ridge on barrel to lock in place. A handsome American percussion double rifle with lots of condition. (1C9670-102) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/3000)

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New York State Three Barrel Revolving Percussion Rifle by Chapman & Son

New York State Three Barrel Revolving Percussion Rifle by Chapman & Son

Lot # 38 (Sale Order: 38 of 600)      

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.42 cal, 24 1/4'' barrels with bright excellent bores, perhaps showing the oddly scattered spot of light oxidation here or there but otherwise very clean. This is a very interesting and well-constructed three barrel rifle with revolving barrel cluster, unmarked but attributed by Mr. Squire to Chapman & Son of Rochester, New York. The barrels are primarily a very pleasing plum brown, fading original finish, with toning to pewter and some sparsely scattered spots of oxidation staining and some light remnants of pinprick pitting. Each barrel has a small silver blade dovetailed front sight affixed, the long tang drilled and tapped for a no-longer-present aperture sight. The breeches of each barrel show some mottled smoky color case-hardening as does the frame to-which they are mounted. The rifles frame proper is a silvery case-hardened patina with some toning to plum at the rear of the tang. The back action lockplate is a darker gray-blue patina with smoky remnants of case-hardening on the hammer, they, and the balance of the hardware, are very Spartan and unadorned. The iron triggerguard features a single forward-curving spur and a rearward curling grip swirl, with a simple crescent buttplate and flat toeplate. The American walnut stock rates fine with much original varnish and the overall expected light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm and it features a very simple pendulum-shaped iron patchbox. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers and a dual-acting lock, occasionally the tumbler fails to hold at full-cock. The top of the tang features a spring-loaded button which, when depressed, will allow the barrel cluster to rotate. A simple brass-tip ramrod is included and appears original. The gun is pictured on page 364 of The New York State Firearms Trade © Swinney-Rowe and is attributed to the collection of David Squire. Chapman & Son was active in Rochester New York as early as 1888 seems to have been listed through 1893. A very well-made three-barrel swivel breech rifle with bores so nice it could doubtless still be taken afield. (3C9670-63) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)
.42 cal, 24 1/4'' barrels with bright excellent bores, perhaps showing the oddly scattered spot of light oxidation here or there but otherwise very clean. This is a very ...moreinteresting and well-constructed three barrel rifle with revolving barrel cluster, unmarked but attributed by Mr. Squire to Chapman & Son of Rochester, New York. The barrels are primarily a very pleasing plum brown, fading original finish, with toning to pewter and some sparsely scattered spots of oxidation staining and some light remnants of pinprick pitting. Each barrel has a small silver blade dovetailed front sight affixed, the long tang drilled and tapped for a no-longer-present aperture sight. The breeches of each barrel show some mottled smoky color case-hardening as does the frame to-which they are mounted. The rifles frame proper is a silvery case-hardened patina with some toning to plum at the rear of the tang. The back action lockplate is a darker gray-blue patina with smoky remnants of case-hardening on the hammer, they, and the balance of the hardware, are very Spartan and unadorned. The iron triggerguard features a single forward-curving spur and a rearward curling grip swirl, with a simple crescent buttplate and flat toeplate. The American walnut stock rates fine with much original varnish and the overall expected light dings and handling marks that come from a field-used arm and it features a very simple pendulum-shaped iron patchbox. The rifle is equipped with double set triggers and a dual-acting lock, occasionally the tumbler fails to hold at full-cock. The top of the tang features a spring-loaded button which, when depressed, will allow the barrel cluster to rotate. A simple brass-tip ramrod is included and appears original. The gun is pictured on page 364 of The New York State Firearms Trade © Swinney-Rowe and is attributed to the collection of David Squire. Chapman & Son was active in Rochester New York as early as 1888 seems to have been listed through 1893. A very well-made three-barrel swivel breech rifle with bores so nice it could doubtless still be taken afield. (3C9670-63) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (2000/4000)

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Rare L.L. Hepburn Four Barrel Swivel Breech Percussion Rifle

Rare L.L. Hepburn Four Barrel Swivel Breech Percussion Rifle

Lot # 39 (Sale Order: 39 of 600)      

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About .34 cal, 22'' four barrel cluster showing one bright about excellent bore, two which are perhaps fine, and one closer to very good, all showing a bit of light oxidation here and there, some with light pitting. This is a very fine swivel breech ''double rifle'' with two barrels top and two barrels bottom, made by famous gunsmith Lewis L. Hepburn, among other things, mechanical department superintendent at Remington Arms Co. and Hepburn action fame, and very much mirrors examples known by M. J. Whitmore of Potsdam, New York, with-whom Hepburn worked early in his career. The barrels are now primarily a dull pewter gunmetal gray patina with some very minor oxidation staining here and there that comes from the years and a field-used arm, also showing some light pitting in the cap splash areas at the breeches. Both sets of barrels have a simple blade front sight and a scant v-notch semi-buckhorn rear, each numbered 1-4 respectively. There is a slightly sculpted barrel catch on the underside of the barrel frame which contacts a simple square notch cut into the barrel assembly, allowing it to pivot for firing of the opposite set of barrels. The barrel frame, long tang and back action locks are a mix of fading plum brown and pewter gray patina and show only the slightest wavy-edge borderline engraving, the noses of the hammers with a few chips; the tang is marked with Hepburn's familiar ''LL Hepburn/Colton NY'' stamping. The arm is appointed with German silver furniture having a rounded single spur triggerguard with a simple rearward grip flourish, the edges showing the similar simple wavy line decoration. The toeplate and crescent butt show very light wavy borderline engraving as does the pendulum-shaped patchbox on right of butt, the lid with loose foliate scroll. The left side of the butt shows a simple oval German silver monogram plate inlay; it is un-engraved. The trap door at the muzzle, which covers the center tube for the arm's ramrod, is missing; the spring-loaded catch is still in place and this would be a fairly simple construction for any talented 'smith. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with some very nice grain figure in the area of the butt. The stock remains in very fine condition and retains nearly all of its original varnish, along with minor dings and handling marks here and there, it shows some minor finish loss around the patchbox and there is a drying crack in the highly figured wood at left near butt. The hammers are mostly in-time, the right sitting just a bit further forward than the left at the half-cock position, but the locks function well mechanically. LL Hepburn was mechanically very gifted and a holder of many patents and did work for both Remington and Marlin in his day. Having a rifle constructed by him is a wonderful piece of firearms history, not to mention the scarcity of this configuration of New York State rifle, a wonderful piece of firearms curiosa. (3B9670-456) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)
About .34 cal, 22'' four barrel cluster showing one bright about excellent bore, two which are perhaps fine, and one closer to very good, all showing a bit of light oxida...moretion here and there, some with light pitting. This is a very fine swivel breech ''double rifle'' with two barrels top and two barrels bottom, made by famous gunsmith Lewis L. Hepburn, among other things, mechanical department superintendent at Remington Arms Co. and Hepburn action fame, and very much mirrors examples known by M. J. Whitmore of Potsdam, New York, with-whom Hepburn worked early in his career. The barrels are now primarily a dull pewter gunmetal gray patina with some very minor oxidation staining here and there that comes from the years and a field-used arm, also showing some light pitting in the cap splash areas at the breeches. Both sets of barrels have a simple blade front sight and a scant v-notch semi-buckhorn rear, each numbered 1-4 respectively. There is a slightly sculpted barrel catch on the underside of the barrel frame which contacts a simple square notch cut into the barrel assembly, allowing it to pivot for firing of the opposite set of barrels. The barrel frame, long tang and back action locks are a mix of fading plum brown and pewter gray patina and show only the slightest wavy-edge borderline engraving, the noses of the hammers with a few chips; the tang is marked with Hepburn's familiar ''LL Hepburn/Colton NY'' stamping. The arm is appointed with German silver furniture having a rounded single spur triggerguard with a simple rearward grip flourish, the edges showing the similar simple wavy line decoration. The toeplate and crescent butt show very light wavy borderline engraving as does the pendulum-shaped patchbox on right of butt, the lid with loose foliate scroll. The left side of the butt shows a simple oval German silver monogram plate inlay; it is un-engraved. The trap door at the muzzle, which covers the center tube for the arm's ramrod, is missing; the spring-loaded catch is still in place and this would be a fairly simple construction for any talented 'smith. The arm is stocked in a nice grade of American black walnut with some very nice grain figure in the area of the butt. The stock remains in very fine condition and retains nearly all of its original varnish, along with minor dings and handling marks here and there, it shows some minor finish loss around the patchbox and there is a drying crack in the highly figured wood at left near butt. The hammers are mostly in-time, the right sitting just a bit further forward than the left at the half-cock position, but the locks function well mechanically. LL Hepburn was mechanically very gifted and a holder of many patents and did work for both Remington and Marlin in his day. Having a rifle constructed by him is a wonderful piece of firearms history, not to mention the scarcity of this configuration of New York State rifle, a wonderful piece of firearms curiosa. (3B9670-456) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (3000/5000)

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Superb Alexander Henry Best Quality Percussion Sporting Rifle

Superb Alexander Henry Best Quality Percussion Sporting Rifle

Lot # 40 (Sale Order: 40 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
serial #824, .451 caliber, 36" octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This rifle exhibits the extremely fine quality we expect from Alex Henry and it remains in stunning condition. The lock is engraved with the finest quality relief intertwined scroll with running stag on front section and "Alexr Henry" engraved below the hammer. The hammer has Henry's distinctive shape and the lock is equipped with a sliding safety. The bolster shows border engraving and has an engraved platinum blow out plug, the top flat of the breech shows a wonderful tiger head and the tang shows full coverage relief scroll. The top of the barrel is engraved "ALEXR HENRY 8 SOUTH ST. ANDREW ST. EDINBURGH" to rear of rear sight and "PATENT NO. 388 GAUGE 451." just ahead of rear sight, from the latter mark forward the barrel is finely hand matted. The stock is of beautifully figured English walnut and is equipped with a round patchbox beautifully engraved with a standing stag. The triggerguard forms a pistolgrip with checkered spur and is engraved on its bow with two dogs chasing a stag and with a very detailed pineapple finial to the front. The wedge escutcheons are of iron and are finely engraved in full coverage. As stated previously the condition is fabulous with the barrel retaining 95% original brown finish overall with vivid damascus pattern visible its entire length. The lock, breech and tang all show 90% plus original color case-hardened finish, the sliding safety showing vivid fire blue. The stock shows fabulous figure and is checkered with smooth steel shotgun style buttplate and a horn tip. The buttplate tang is scroll engraved with a stag feeding on a tree leaves on the heel. The stock retains 95% original oil finish with crisp checkering, very sharp edges and teardrop shaped drop points. There are a couple small marks within the checkering flattening a few points and a very small chip from the right side of the horn tip. The patchbox shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish while the triggerguard shows about 50% bright original blue with the balance flaked leaving behind a very smooth gray patina. The rifle is equipped with sling studs mounted in toeline of stock and on bottom of middle ramrod thimble. The rifle is sighted with a fine beaded blade front sight which is windage adjustable and a long range flip up barrel mounted rear sight. The rifle comes in its original pig skin lined oak casing which is ink numbered to the gun and contains a full complement of accessories and shows a wonderful original paper label inside the lid. The accessories include a German silver leather covered Alex Henry marked flask, large brass bullet mould, "T" shaped combination nipple wrench turnscrew, an ebony handled turnscrew, nipple cleaner, patch cutter, tin of waterproof percussion caps, pewter oiler, wooden bullet starter, a rosewood cannister with spare nipple and a second larger one with patches and a War Department-marked round ball sprue cutter made its way into the case at some point over the years. The condition of the case and accessories is excellent. A truly stunning British percussion rifle worthy of the finest collection. (1F9670-52) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)
serial #824, .451 caliber, 36" octagon barrel with an excellent bore. This rifle exhibits the extremely fine quality we expect from Alex Henry and it remains in stunning ...morecondition. The lock is engraved with the finest quality relief intertwined scroll with running stag on front section and "Alexr Henry" engraved below the hammer. The hammer has Henry's distinctive shape and the lock is equipped with a sliding safety. The bolster shows border engraving and has an engraved platinum blow out plug, the top flat of the breech shows a wonderful tiger head and the tang shows full coverage relief scroll. The top of the barrel is engraved "ALEXR HENRY 8 SOUTH ST. ANDREW ST. EDINBURGH" to rear of rear sight and "PATENT NO. 388 GAUGE 451." just ahead of rear sight, from the latter mark forward the barrel is finely hand matted. The stock is of beautifully figured English walnut and is equipped with a round patchbox beautifully engraved with a standing stag. The triggerguard forms a pistolgrip with checkered spur and is engraved on its bow with two dogs chasing a stag and with a very detailed pineapple finial to the front. The wedge escutcheons are of iron and are finely engraved in full coverage. As stated previously the condition is fabulous with the barrel retaining 95% original brown finish overall with vivid damascus pattern visible its entire length. The lock, breech and tang all show 90% plus original color case-hardened finish, the sliding safety showing vivid fire blue. The stock shows fabulous figure and is checkered with smooth steel shotgun style buttplate and a horn tip. The buttplate tang is scroll engraved with a stag feeding on a tree leaves on the heel. The stock retains 95% original oil finish with crisp checkering, very sharp edges and teardrop shaped drop points. There are a couple small marks within the checkering flattening a few points and a very small chip from the right side of the horn tip. The patchbox shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish while the triggerguard shows about 50% bright original blue with the balance flaked leaving behind a very smooth gray patina. The rifle is equipped with sling studs mounted in toeline of stock and on bottom of middle ramrod thimble. The rifle is sighted with a fine beaded blade front sight which is windage adjustable and a long range flip up barrel mounted rear sight. The rifle comes in its original pig skin lined oak casing which is ink numbered to the gun and contains a full complement of accessories and shows a wonderful original paper label inside the lid. The accessories include a German silver leather covered Alex Henry marked flask, large brass bullet mould, "T" shaped combination nipple wrench turnscrew, an ebony handled turnscrew, nipple cleaner, patch cutter, tin of waterproof percussion caps, pewter oiler, wooden bullet starter, a rosewood cannister with spare nipple and a second larger one with patches and a War Department-marked round ball sprue cutter made its way into the case at some point over the years. The condition of the case and accessories is excellent. A truly stunning British percussion rifle worthy of the finest collection. (1F9670-52) {ANTIQUE} [David & Lore Squier Collection] (10,000/15,000)

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Factory Engraved Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Medium Frame Double Action Revolver with Two-Tone Finish

Factory Engraved Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Medium Frame Double Action Revolver with Two-Tone Finish

Lot # 41 (Sale Order: 41 of 600)      

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serial #599, 32 M&H CF, 3 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a fair-good bore showing some moderate oxidation and scattered light pitting with good rifling throughout. The frame and barrel of this seven-shot revolver retain about 95% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some scattered very small flakes, most noticeable along the high edges, and flutes of the barrel toning to dark brown patina along with some scattered light handling marks. The cylinder retains about 80% original gold wash showing overall thinning and flaking with some scattered oxidation staining while the hammer and triggerguard retain a generous amount of case-hardened colors with some light staining, and the sides of the folding hammer spur show attractive fire blue. The revolver is engraved in near full coverage with the typical Hopkins & Allen factory fine punch-dot style of foliate scrollwork, light geometric bordering and an attractive lion's head on the left side frame. The screw heads show some light slot wear and there are a couple small dots of green enamel accenting intact along the right side as well. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing a tiny flake at the top corner of the left panel and otherwise just some minor handling marks. The right panel is scratch-numbered to a different gun (7994) and the grip panel pins on the frame have been ground off for some reason, though the grips remain secure when the screw is installed. The hammer spur is assembly numbered "157" and the other parts are matching by what is likely another assembly number "599", the numbering of these revolvers was somewhat sporadic and this example does not bear a longer traditional serial number on the butt. The action will require some mechanical attention as it binds and does not cycle, this appears due to the ratchet teeth which show moderate wear and the half cock notch is also worn. Barrel-to-frame fit is otherwise excellent and this remains an attractive embellished example of these popular antique revolvers. (13B9976-5) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
serial #599, 32 M&H CF, 3 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a fair-good bore showing some moderate oxidation and scattered light pitting with good rifling throughout. The fra...moreme and barrel of this seven-shot revolver retain about 95% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some scattered very small flakes, most noticeable along the high edges, and flutes of the barrel toning to dark brown patina along with some scattered light handling marks. The cylinder retains about 80% original gold wash showing overall thinning and flaking with some scattered oxidation staining while the hammer and triggerguard retain a generous amount of case-hardened colors with some light staining, and the sides of the folding hammer spur show attractive fire blue. The revolver is engraved in near full coverage with the typical Hopkins & Allen factory fine punch-dot style of foliate scrollwork, light geometric bordering and an attractive lion's head on the left side frame. The screw heads show some light slot wear and there are a couple small dots of green enamel accenting intact along the right side as well. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good plus condition showing a tiny flake at the top corner of the left panel and otherwise just some minor handling marks. The right panel is scratch-numbered to a different gun (7994) and the grip panel pins on the frame have been ground off for some reason, though the grips remain secure when the screw is installed. The hammer spur is assembly numbered "157" and the other parts are matching by what is likely another assembly number "599", the numbering of these revolvers was somewhat sporadic and this example does not bear a longer traditional serial number on the butt. The action will require some mechanical attention as it binds and does not cycle, this appears due to the ratchet teeth which show moderate wear and the half cock notch is also worn. Barrel-to-frame fit is otherwise excellent and this remains an attractive embellished example of these popular antique revolvers. (13B9976-5) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Large Frame Open Top Single Action Revolver

Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Large Frame Open Top Single Action Revolver

Lot # 42 (Sale Order: 42 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #12536, 44-40, 7" barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing pitting and evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 90% original nickel finish with most of the loss along the left side of the barrel showing flaking to gunmetal gray and some smoothed-over pinprick pitting. There is some finer flaking along the right side barrel and high edges of the frame along with a few thin scratches and scattered light dings. The butt shows some old pitting that obscures the serial number, it appears to be "12536" and there are three small notches cut into the right side barrel near the muzzle. The hammer and triggerguard have toned to a mottled gray patina showing some remnants of attractive smoky case-hardened patina and the trigger retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side frame with Winchester 1873 cartridge designation. The black checkered hard rubber grips are original replacements and remain in very good plus condition, the right panel with a shallow flake at the bottom along with some scattered light dings and it is a little shy of the grip frame. Both panels have been re-scratched with the revolver's assembly number "3016" and the remaining numbered parts are all matching by the same assembly number. The action will require a little mechanical attention as the cylinder stop does not engage properly when the hammer is down and the half cock notch is worn. Barrel-to-frame fit shows just a little minor play and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically at full cock with solid timing and lock-up. A solid example of these desirable big frame Merwin Hulberts. (13B9938-44){ANTIQUE} [Bill Reese Collection] (2500/4000)
serial #12536, 44-40, 7" barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing pitting and evident rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this revolver retain about 90% origi...morenal nickel finish with most of the loss along the left side of the barrel showing flaking to gunmetal gray and some smoothed-over pinprick pitting. There is some finer flaking along the right side barrel and high edges of the frame along with a few thin scratches and scattered light dings. The butt shows some old pitting that obscures the serial number, it appears to be "12536" and there are three small notches cut into the right side barrel near the muzzle. The hammer and triggerguard have toned to a mottled gray patina showing some remnants of attractive smoky case-hardened patina and the trigger retains a healthy amount of brilliant fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong, the left side frame with Winchester 1873 cartridge designation. The black checkered hard rubber grips are original replacements and remain in very good plus condition, the right panel with a shallow flake at the bottom along with some scattered light dings and it is a little shy of the grip frame. Both panels have been re-scratched with the revolver's assembly number "3016" and the remaining numbered parts are all matching by the same assembly number. The action will require a little mechanical attention as the cylinder stop does not engage properly when the hammer is down and the half cock notch is worn. Barrel-to-frame fit shows just a little minor play and the action otherwise seems to function well mechanically at full cock with solid timing and lock-up. A solid example of these desirable big frame Merwin Hulberts. (13B9938-44){ANTIQUE} [Bill Reese Collection] (2500/4000)

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Scarce Smith & Wesson Japanese Contract New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

Scarce Smith & Wesson Japanese Contract New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

Lot # 43 (Sale Order: 43 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #22900, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting revolver that appears to be devoid of Japanese military stamps but is confirmed by factory letter to have been shipped to Japan, perhaps for purely commercial sale or the military stamp was simply overlooked. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish showing some very fine flaking toning to gunmetal and blending in nicely with the nickel, mostly along the sides of the barrel and cylinder, the cylinder also with a few small spots of old minor pitting. There are some light to perhaps moderate dings and scratches scattered along the edges of the barrel and frame but most are quite small and unobtrusive. The barrel catch retains about 95% original bright blue while the hammer retains most of its vibrant case-hardened colors and the triggerguard is an attractive smoky gray case-hardened patina. The sides of the trigger show hints of original straw color and the breech face is almost pristine showing no evidence of firing. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good condition, the left panel with a few light scuffs and the right showing a repaired 1" chip through the monogram; the right panel is appropriately scratch-numbered matching. There is what appears to be a social security number and some other long number scratched on the inside of the grip frame on the left side and the barrel address and patent dates remain intact and crisp. This example shows a Japanese arsenal-added lanyard ring assembly obscuring some of the serial number which was then re-stamped at the heel. As is commonly seen, the cylinder is mismatched but rather close "23271" and the barrel and latch are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included factory letter confirms the described features (sans lanyard ring) and indicates shipment to Takata & Co. of Yokohama, Japan on December 29, 1894. This attractive revolver would make an excellent addition to any advanced Smith & Wesson or Japanese arms collection. (13C9898-45) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)
serial #22900, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an interesting revolver that appears to be devoid of Japanese military sta...moremps but is confirmed by factory letter to have been shipped to Japan, perhaps for purely commercial sale or the military stamp was simply overlooked. The metal surfaces retain about 92% original nickel finish showing some very fine flaking toning to gunmetal and blending in nicely with the nickel, mostly along the sides of the barrel and cylinder, the cylinder also with a few small spots of old minor pitting. There are some light to perhaps moderate dings and scratches scattered along the edges of the barrel and frame but most are quite small and unobtrusive. The barrel catch retains about 95% original bright blue while the hammer retains most of its vibrant case-hardened colors and the triggerguard is an attractive smoky gray case-hardened patina. The sides of the trigger show hints of original straw color and the breech face is almost pristine showing no evidence of firing. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in very good condition, the left panel with a few light scuffs and the right showing a repaired 1" chip through the monogram; the right panel is appropriately scratch-numbered matching. There is what appears to be a social security number and some other long number scratched on the inside of the grip frame on the left side and the barrel address and patent dates remain intact and crisp. This example shows a Japanese arsenal-added lanyard ring assembly obscuring some of the serial number which was then re-stamped at the heel. As is commonly seen, the cylinder is mismatched but rather close "23271" and the barrel and latch are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included factory letter confirms the described features (sans lanyard ring) and indicates shipment to Takata & Co. of Yokohama, Japan on December 29, 1894. This attractive revolver would make an excellent addition to any advanced Smith & Wesson or Japanese arms collection. (13C9898-45) {ANTIQUE} (3000/4000)

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Smith & Wesson Special Order New Model No. 3 Revolver with Period Case

Smith & Wesson Special Order New Model No. 3 Revolver with Period Case

Lot # 44 (Sale Order: 44 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
Description Update 03/24/2021: Factory records for this serial number indicate it shipped in 44-40

serial #1713, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a bright very good plus bore showing some scattered small areas of mild oxidation, a few pinprick pits and strong rifling throughout. This is a rather unusual revolver on a New Model frame with shorter extractor housing and equipped with spur triggerguard, factory target sights, non-rebounding hammer and the longer 1 9/16" cylinder. The barrel and frame retain about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered mild flaking to pleasant gray-brown patina, thinning along the gripstraps, and a few small spots of light pitting near the front sight, along the topstrap and behind the hammer. The cylinder retains about 40% original bright blue, with the balance flaked to gray-brown, and the hammer and triggerguard show vibrant case-hardened colors in the protected areas toning to a mild gray patina, and the triggerguard with a few light pits. The sides of the trigger show pale straw color and the extractor star shows a number of small dings along the ratchet periphery and strangely is nickel-plated. The screw holes and slots show some wear and the barrel address with patent dates and "REISSUE" remain intact and crisp. The black checkered hard rubber grips remain in near excellent condition showing just a couple tiny handling marks and some mild toning to deep brown patina. The right panel is scratch-numbered to the gun and the left retains a strong patent date along the bottom edge. The latch is un-numbered and the barrel and cylinder are matching the frame. Barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with very good timing and lock-up. The revolver includes a large custom-made case from the period of use that rates very good plus showing some overall light dings, a few minor splits and small cracks scattered about. The brass fittings are somewhat rudimentary and the lid does not quite close all of the way. The interior is lined in green baize showing some minor staining and contains a host of shooting accessories including: a minty S&W dual-cavity bullet mould with walnut handles, strong blue finish and a round ball and conical cavity, a full 50-count box of Winchester 44 gallery round ball lead bullets, two primed metallic shell boxes by Remington and UMC containing an assortment of de-primed cases some of which show heavy tarnish and oxidation, a set of unmarked hand-reloading tools that appear to be complete, wooden mallet, brass jag, four powder dippers of various sizes and a key. A nice ensemble for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13B9952-27) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Fabulous Remington No. 3 Hepburn Match Grade A Rifle

Fabulous Remington No. 3 Hepburn Match Grade A Rifle

Lot # 45 (Sale Order: 45 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #7097, 22 WCF, 28" full octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an unusual and very fine rifle. It is unusual in that it is in 22 WCF which wasn't cataloged until 1891 and this rifle still retains the "E. Remington & Sons" barrel address which ceased in 1888. The 22 WCF was introduced in 1885 which makes this a very early rifle in this chambering. An additional point of interest is that this rifle is the highest observed serial number still bearing the "E. Remington & Sons" address. The rifle bears all-matching numbers on the tang, bottom of barrel, end grain of forend, end grain of buttstock at action and on the inside of the Swiss buttplate. The condition of the rifle is remarkable with the barrel retaining 95% original blue finish with light silvering on the high edges. The action shows 95% brilliant original color case-hardened finish. The breechblock and hammer retain nearly all of their original blue finish. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and plain iron tipped forend rate excellent plus with 95% of their original oil finish remaining. The butt has nice raised grain and the checkering is very sharp with just a few points being flattened. The rifle is sighted with a gold washed Beach combination front, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a short range tang mounted peepsight is in place. The iron forend tip and Swiss buttplate retain 97% of their original nickel plated finish which has dulled and has a nice antique appearance. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 72 and 73. A wonderful, high condition Hepburn for the Remington or Single Shot collector. (1D9790-69) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)
serial #7097, 22 WCF, 28" full octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an unusual and very fine rifle. It is unusual in that it is in 22 WCF which wasn't cat...morealoged until 1891 and this rifle still retains the "E. Remington & Sons" barrel address which ceased in 1888. The 22 WCF was introduced in 1885 which makes this a very early rifle in this chambering. An additional point of interest is that this rifle is the highest observed serial number still bearing the "E. Remington & Sons" address. The rifle bears all-matching numbers on the tang, bottom of barrel, end grain of forend, end grain of buttstock at action and on the inside of the Swiss buttplate. The condition of the rifle is remarkable with the barrel retaining 95% original blue finish with light silvering on the high edges. The action shows 95% brilliant original color case-hardened finish. The breechblock and hammer retain nearly all of their original blue finish. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and plain iron tipped forend rate excellent plus with 95% of their original oil finish remaining. The butt has nice raised grain and the checkering is very sharp with just a few points being flattened. The rifle is sighted with a gold washed Beach combination front, there is no provision for a rear barrel sight and a short range tang mounted peepsight is in place. The iron forend tip and Swiss buttplate retain 97% of their original nickel plated finish which has dulled and has a nice antique appearance. This rifle is illustrated and discussed in Rowe's Remington's No. 3 Hepburn on pages 72 and 73. A wonderful, high condition Hepburn for the Remington or Single Shot collector. (1D9790-69) {ANTIQUE} [Bob Borcherdt Collection] (5000/7000)

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Engraved & Silver-Plated Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

Engraved & Silver-Plated Smith & Wesson New Model No. 3 Single Action Revolver

Lot # 46 (Sale Order: 46 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #25055, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing light pitting throughout and evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this revolver show an antique reapplied silver finish retaining perhaps 75-80% showing fine overall flaking to gray-brown patina that is blending together rather nicely along with a few small areas of old minor oxidation staining and the silver taking on an attractive dark tarnish overall. The triggerguard retains 97% quality bright blue showing a couple pinprick pits and the barrel address and patent dates are rather soft with only the first line remaining mostly legible. The metal surfaces show lovely fine quality period engraving with finely detailed foliate scrollwork along the sides of the frame, barrel and cylinder flats, the cylinder with fine zigzag bordering and floral accenting around a couple of the screw heads. The revolver wears a set of smooth un-numbered mother-of-pearl grips that remain in very good condition showing a few old chips around the edges, a thin crack through the right escutcheon and some darkening around the edges. The barrel number is no longer legible but no doubt matching and the other parts are matching. The revolver is equipped with factory target sights, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up with a little minor play. A very attractive No. 3 for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13C9952-11) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #25055, 44 S&W Russian, 6 1/2" ribbed round barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing light pitting throughout and evident rifling. The metal surfaces of this...more revolver show an antique reapplied silver finish retaining perhaps 75-80% showing fine overall flaking to gray-brown patina that is blending together rather nicely along with a few small areas of old minor oxidation staining and the silver taking on an attractive dark tarnish overall. The triggerguard retains 97% quality bright blue showing a couple pinprick pits and the barrel address and patent dates are rather soft with only the first line remaining mostly legible. The metal surfaces show lovely fine quality period engraving with finely detailed foliate scrollwork along the sides of the frame, barrel and cylinder flats, the cylinder with fine zigzag bordering and floral accenting around a couple of the screw heads. The revolver wears a set of smooth un-numbered mother-of-pearl grips that remain in very good condition showing a few old chips around the edges, a thin crack through the right escutcheon and some darkening around the edges. The barrel number is no longer legible but no doubt matching and the other parts are matching. The revolver is equipped with factory target sights, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up with a little minor play. A very attractive No. 3 for the Smith & Wesson collector. (13C9952-11) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Fine Smith Percussion Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Fine Smith Percussion Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot # 47 (Sale Order: 47 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #18782, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 97-98% original blue showing some faint thinning at the muzzle and some sparsely scattered mild brown freckles. The action retains perhaps 80% plus strong case-hardened colors muting overall to a pleasant mild gray case-hardened patina and showing a few mild handling marks. The hammer likewise shows strong colors and the latch spring retains strong flakes of original bright blue toning to gray. The barrel band and buttplate have mostly flaked to gray-brown, the triggerguard also with some flaking to brown and showing some light pitting along the lower tang and the rear socket retains about 98% original bright blue. All markings remain intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining most of their oil finish and showing just some mild sparsely scattered handling marks and tiny dings. The left side wrist shows two strong "JM" cartouches, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive Smith carbine for the Civil War collector. (13B9980-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
serial #18782, .50 cal, 21 5/8" part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 97-98% original blue showin...moreg some faint thinning at the muzzle and some sparsely scattered mild brown freckles. The action retains perhaps 80% plus strong case-hardened colors muting overall to a pleasant mild gray case-hardened patina and showing a few mild handling marks. The hammer likewise shows strong colors and the latch spring retains strong flakes of original bright blue toning to gray. The barrel band and buttplate have mostly flaked to gray-brown, the triggerguard also with some flaking to brown and showing some light pitting along the lower tang and the rear socket retains about 98% original bright blue. All markings remain intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining most of their oil finish and showing just some mild sparsely scattered handling marks and tiny dings. The left side wrist shows two strong "JM" cartouches, the serialized parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive Smith carbine for the Civil War collector. (13B9980-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Fine Maynard Second Model Civil War Carbine by Mass. Arms Co.

Lot # 48 (Sale Order: 48 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #13153, .50 cal, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 97-98% original blue showing a little mild edge wear and some scattered light handling marks. The action retains about 96-97% vibrant case-hardened colors showing some very mild freckling along the lower tang and lever and some small areas along the edges muting slightly. The hammer, lever link and trigger retain a similar amount of original bright blue, the buttplate with strong remnants of flaking blue and the screw heads retaining much of their lovely fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition showing a touch of older added finish, a tiny divot in the right side wrist and a very expertly repaired chip at the toe, only apparent upon close inspection. The left side of the butt shows some subtle figure and the stock retains a pair of strong cartouches. All original hardware is intact and the action functions crisply. A lovely Maynard carbine for the Civil War collector. (13B9980-12) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #13153, .50 cal, 20" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome carbine retains about 97-98% original blue showing a little mild edge wear an...mored some scattered light handling marks. The action retains about 96-97% vibrant case-hardened colors showing some very mild freckling along the lower tang and lever and some small areas along the edges muting slightly. The hammer, lever link and trigger retain a similar amount of original bright blue, the buttplate with strong remnants of flaking blue and the screw heads retaining much of their lovely fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition showing a touch of older added finish, a tiny divot in the right side wrist and a very expertly repaired chip at the toe, only apparent upon close inspection. The left side of the butt shows some subtle figure and the stock retains a pair of strong cartouches. All original hardware is intact and the action functions crisply. A lovely Maynard carbine for the Civil War collector. (13B9980-12) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Gwyn & Campbell Civil War Percussion Carbine

Gwyn & Campbell Civil War Percussion Carbine

Lot # 49 (Sale Order: 49 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #2648, .52 cal, 20'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this Type II carbine retains about 90% original blue showing some scattered thinning and toning to mild gray-brown patina and some light dings or tool marks along the barrel flats. The action retains about 50-60% vibrant case-hardened colors strongest along the left side and lower tang, the right side and lockplate taking on an attractive silvery case-hardened patina with some mild brown undertones. The lever, breechblock and buttplate are toning to a mix of pewter and gray-brown showing light pitting overall. The lockplate markings remain mostly intact and strong and the right side frame shows a crisp ''UNION'' stamp, the second word ''RIFLE'' having been poorly struck. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition showing remnants of oil finish, a few scattered light dings and a pair of strong inspector cartouches on the left side wrist. Strangely all of the serialized parts are mismatched but the fitting seems to be solid overall and the action otherwise functions well mechanically. (13B1005-2) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
serial #2648, .52 cal, 20'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this Type II carbine retains about 90% original blue showing som...moree scattered thinning and toning to mild gray-brown patina and some light dings or tool marks along the barrel flats. The action retains about 50-60% vibrant case-hardened colors strongest along the left side and lower tang, the right side and lockplate taking on an attractive silvery case-hardened patina with some mild brown undertones. The lever, breechblock and buttplate are toning to a mix of pewter and gray-brown showing light pitting overall. The lockplate markings remain mostly intact and strong and the right side frame shows a crisp ''UNION'' stamp, the second word ''RIFLE'' having been poorly struck. The smooth walnut buttstock remains in very fine condition showing remnants of oil finish, a few scattered light dings and a pair of strong inspector cartouches on the left side wrist. Strangely all of the serialized parts are mismatched but the fitting seems to be solid overall and the action otherwise functions well mechanically. (13B1005-2) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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Magnificent Pair of British Flintlock Pocket Pistols by Knubley & Brunn of London

Magnificent Pair of British Flintlock Pocket Pistols by Knubley & Brunn of London

Lot # 50 (Sale Order: 50 of 600)      

Low Estimate: 15,000High Estimate: 25,000
.48 caliber, 2 1/8'' round turnoff barrels with excellent bores. These center hammer boxlock pistols are very highly embellished in gold and silver and date to between 1795 and 1797. The sides of the frame both show gold inlaid stands of arms with ''KNUBLEY BRUNN & CO'' on left side and ''CHARING CROSS LONDON'' on right side. The barrels show extensive gold inlay including two stands of arms as well as floral and geometric borders. The pistols show London proofs on the underside of their frames and the pans are gold lined. The frames show gold border work as does the safety, hammer and even the top jaws are gold inlaid. The walnut grips show extensive silver floral inlay with a stand of arms on the rear of the grips. The buttcaps are also silver and ornate depicting a knight atop a castle tower surrounded in scroll and shell border motifs. The butts show hallmarks with one appearing to that of Moses Brent who was a London silversmith that did silverwork on other works by Brunn during the same time period. The pistols remain in very nice condition with virtually all of the gold and silver inlay remaining intact. The barrels show a good deal of bright original blue finish with the frames being more of a smooth gray patina. The grips rate excellent and are almost completely covered in silver inlay which has taken on a pleasing tarnish. These pistols were exhibited at the Willmer House Museum in Farnham in 1962 and were also part of the ''Art of the Armourer'' exhibit at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London in 1963. The pistols are also illustrated in plate 68a in The Art of the Gunmaker Volume II by J.F. Hayward published in 1964. John Knubley was a sword cutler and gunmaker to the Prince of Wales. His shop was at Charing Cross from 1786 until his death in 1795. Samuel Brunn took over Knubley's business upon his death and continued using the Knubley name until 1897. These pistols were formerly part of the world famous Robert M. Lee collection. A truly stunning pair of late 18th century high art pistols which are published, exhibited at museums and formerly part of one of the finest arms collections ever assembled. (1H9944-24) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (15,000/25,000)
.48 caliber, 2 1/8'' round turnoff barrels with excellent bores. These center hammer boxlock pistols are very highly embellished in gold and silver and date to between 17...more95 and 1797. The sides of the frame both show gold inlaid stands of arms with ''KNUBLEY BRUNN & CO'' on left side and ''CHARING CROSS LONDON'' on right side. The barrels show extensive gold inlay including two stands of arms as well as floral and geometric borders. The pistols show London proofs on the underside of their frames and the pans are gold lined. The frames show gold border work as does the safety, hammer and even the top jaws are gold inlaid. The walnut grips show extensive silver floral inlay with a stand of arms on the rear of the grips. The buttcaps are also silver and ornate depicting a knight atop a castle tower surrounded in scroll and shell border motifs. The butts show hallmarks with one appearing to that of Moses Brent who was a London silversmith that did silverwork on other works by Brunn during the same time period. The pistols remain in very nice condition with virtually all of the gold and silver inlay remaining intact. The barrels show a good deal of bright original blue finish with the frames being more of a smooth gray patina. The grips rate excellent and are almost completely covered in silver inlay which has taken on a pleasing tarnish. These pistols were exhibited at the Willmer House Museum in Farnham in 1962 and were also part of the ''Art of the Armourer'' exhibit at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London in 1963. The pistols are also illustrated in plate 68a in The Art of the Gunmaker Volume II by J.F. Hayward published in 1964. John Knubley was a sword cutler and gunmaker to the Prince of Wales. His shop was at Charing Cross from 1786 until his death in 1795. Samuel Brunn took over Knubley's business upon his death and continued using the Knubley name until 1897. These pistols were formerly part of the world famous Robert M. Lee collection. A truly stunning pair of late 18th century high art pistols which are published, exhibited at museums and formerly part of one of the finest arms collections ever assembled. (1H9944-24) {ANTIQUE} [Frank Berry Collection] (15,000/25,000)

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