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Auction No. 133 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 133 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Auction No. 133 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 133 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1200 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.

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Fabulous Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle

Fabulous Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Sporting Rifle

Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #6854, 22 WCF, 26" octagon No. 2 weight barrel. This rifle is in standard configuration and remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel retains 98% strong original blue finish overall with barrel and action properly un-proofed. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish overall. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent plus with 98% original finish remaining and with nice subtle raised grain in the surface and just very minor handling marks. The original crescent steel buttplate retains 95% original color case hardened finish. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, blank in rear seat and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight. A very fine, high condition High Wall rifle. (110483-12) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #6854, 22 WCF, 26" octagon No. 2 weight barrel. This rifle is in standard configuration and remains in a very fine state of preservation. The barrel retains 98% st...morerong original blue finish overall with barrel and action properly un-proofed. The action shows 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish overall. The plain walnut stocks rate excellent plus with 98% original finish remaining and with nice subtle raised grain in the surface and just very minor handling marks. The original crescent steel buttplate retains 95% original color case hardened finish. The rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, blank in rear seat and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight. A very fine, high condition High Wall rifle. (110483-12) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (4000/6000)

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Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Sporting Rifle

Winchester Model 1885 Low Wall Sporting Rifle

Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #53755, 25 WCF, 28" round No. 1 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely, high condition Low Wall rifle. The barrel shows 97% strong original blue finish overall with crisp markings. The action shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish with similar amount on hammer and breechblock, the lever colors are somewhat more subdued and blending with a mellow brown patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining. The rifle is sighted with a white beaded blade Marbles front sight, the rear seat filled with blank and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight adjustable for windage and elevation is present. A super nice and completely honest 1891 production Low Wall rifle with lots of finish. (110483-106) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #53755, 25 WCF, 28" round No. 1 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely, high condition Low Wall rifle. The barrel shows 97% strong original b...morelue finish overall with crisp markings. The action shows 95% vivid original color case-hardened finish with similar amount on hammer and breechblock, the lever colors are somewhat more subdued and blending with a mellow brown patina. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining. The rifle is sighted with a white beaded blade Marbles front sight, the rear seat filled with blank and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight adjustable for windage and elevation is present. A super nice and completely honest 1891 production Low Wall rifle with lots of finish. (110483-106) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)

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Very Fine Engraved Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Very Fine Engraved Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
32 RF Extra Short, 3” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of old oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this fine pistol retain about 97-98% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some scattered mild flaking toning to dark brown, mostly along the sides of the barrel along with a few tiny freckles and light handling marks. The pistol shows typical fine quality factory embellishments throughout with nicely detailed foliate scrollwork, punch-dot shading and geometric motifs. The hammer retains about 97% original bright blue showing some mild freckles and the breechblock shows strong vibrant case-hardened colors. The barrel markings remain crisp and the smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish. The action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent pistol for the Remington collector. (13B10320-39) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
32 RF Extra Short, 3” octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few small areas of old oxidation and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces o...moref this fine pistol retain about 97-98% original nickel finish with most of the loss due to some scattered mild flaking toning to dark brown, mostly along the sides of the barrel along with a few tiny freckles and light handling marks. The pistol shows typical fine quality factory embellishments throughout with nicely detailed foliate scrollwork, punch-dot shading and geometric motifs. The hammer retains about 97% original bright blue showing some mild freckles and the breechblock shows strong vibrant case-hardened colors. The barrel markings remain crisp and the smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original varnish. The action seems to function well mechanically. An excellent pistol for the Remington collector. (13B10320-39) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Rare & Excellent Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Rare & Excellent Remington Rider Magazine Pistol

Lot # 4 (Sale Order: 4 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
32 RF Extra Short, 3” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This is a lovely example of these interesting pistols in the rarer unengraved configuration. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original bright nickel finish showing a couple small flakes on the left side barrel and frame quarter flats, a few tiny dings and other light minor handling marks, most being very unobtrusive. The breechblock retains about 94% original bright blue showing some silvering along the sides and the barrel address and patent mark remain crisp. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining 98% original varnish showing just a couple light handling marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful little Remington Rider pistol, this is one of those instances where an unembellished example is actually rarer than its engraved counterpart. (13B10320-40) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
32 RF Extra Short, 3” octagon barrel with a mostly bright very fine bore showing some scattered mild oxidation and strong rifling throughout. This is a lovely example of ...morethese interesting pistols in the rarer unengraved configuration. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original bright nickel finish showing a couple small flakes on the left side barrel and frame quarter flats, a few tiny dings and other light minor handling marks, most being very unobtrusive. The breechblock retains about 94% original bright blue showing some silvering along the sides and the barrel address and patent mark remain crisp. The smooth rosewood grips remain in excellent condition retaining 98% original varnish showing just a couple light handling marks and the action seems to function well mechanically. A wonderful little Remington Rider pistol, this is one of those instances where an unembellished example is actually rarer than its engraved counterpart. (13B10320-40) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Superb Winchester Model 1901 Lever Action Shotgun

Superb Winchester Model 1901 Lever Action Shotgun

Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 5 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,500
serial #68883, 10 ga., 32" barrel choked full with a bright shiny bore. This is about as fine a 1901 shotgun as you could hope to find. The metal surfaces of the shotgun retain 98% plus strong original blue overall. All screw heads remain clean and seemingly untouched. The plain walnut buttstock and two-piece forend rate excellent plus with 98% original finish remaining and with nice, raised grain feel. The shotgun features a checkered steel shotgun buttplate which shows about 70% original blue. A stellar, investment quality example of the 1901 Winchester shotgun. (1D10483-162) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3500/5500)
serial #68883, 10 ga., 32" barrel choked full with a bright shiny bore. This is about as fine a 1901 shotgun as you could hope to find. The metal surfaces of the shotgun ...moreretain 98% plus strong original blue overall. All screw heads remain clean and seemingly untouched. The plain walnut buttstock and two-piece forend rate excellent plus with 98% original finish remaining and with nice, raised grain feel. The shotgun features a checkered steel shotgun buttplate which shows about 70% original blue. A stellar, investment quality example of the 1901 Winchester shotgun. (1D10483-162) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3500/5500)

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U.S. Navy Model 1895 Winchester-Lee Bolt Action Rifle

U.S. Navy Model 1895 Winchester-Lee Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 6 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #491, 6mm Lee Navy, 28” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this early contract rifle retain about 92% older arsenal refurbished rust blue showing some scattered light edge wear and handling marks with overall toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. All markings remain intact and strong with the receiver ring showing USN property marking, anchor and “N.C.T.” inspector stamp. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition as perhaps very lightly cleaned long ago showing an old oil finish with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. An original black leather sling is included that rates about very good showing some scattered thin cracks and drying. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive example of these mechanically interesting straight pull navy rifles for the U.S. martial collector. (13C10483-160) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/2500)
serial #491, 6mm Lee Navy, 28” barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this early contract rifle retain about 92% older arsenal refurbished rust b...morelue showing some scattered light edge wear and handling marks with overall toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. All markings remain intact and strong with the receiver ring showing USN property marking, anchor and “N.C.T.” inspector stamp. The smooth walnut stock and handguard remain in very fine condition as perhaps very lightly cleaned long ago showing an old oil finish with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. An original black leather sling is included that rates about very good showing some scattered thin cracks and drying. The action seems to function well mechanically. A very attractive example of these mechanically interesting straight pull navy rifles for the U.S. martial collector. (13C10483-160) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/2500)

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Winchester-Lee Model 1895 Deluxe Bolt Action Sporting Rifle

Winchester-Lee Model 1895 Deluxe Bolt Action Sporting Rifle

Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 7 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500
serial #13489, 236 USN (6mm Lee Navy), 24” round barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation in the grooves and otherwise good rifling. The metal surfaces of this 1899-made rifle retain about 92% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered freckling, a few very small areas of light pitting here and there and small scuff at the left edge receiver. The blue is taking on the familiar pleasant plum-brown tone under bright light and all markings remain intact and crisp. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut stock with schnabel tip remains in near excellent condition retaining a healthy amount of original oil finish with just a few sparsely scattered light dings and minor handling marks. The checkering shows just some light wear and the sides of the butt show lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout. The hard rubber pistolgrip cap and shotgun buttplate are intact, the buttplate showing some small dings and scuffs along the edges. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight and tall German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome deluxe Winchester-Lee sporting rifle, only 1700 of which were made in this commercial configuration. (13B10483-93) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (2000/2500)
serial #13489, 236 USN (6mm Lee Navy), 24” round barrel with an about good bore showing light pitting and oxidation in the grooves and otherwise good rifling. The metal s...moreurfaces of this 1899-made rifle retain about 92% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered freckling, a few very small areas of light pitting here and there and small scuff at the left edge receiver. The blue is taking on the familiar pleasant plum-brown tone under bright light and all markings remain intact and crisp. The checkered capped pistolgrip deluxe walnut stock with schnabel tip remains in near excellent condition retaining a healthy amount of original oil finish with just a few sparsely scattered light dings and minor handling marks. The checkering shows just some light wear and the sides of the butt show lovely tiger stripe grain figure throughout. The hard rubber pistolgrip cap and shotgun buttplate are intact, the buttplate showing some small dings and scuffs along the edges. The rifle is equipped with standard sporting rear sight and tall German silver blade front and the action seems to function well mechanically. A handsome deluxe Winchester-Lee sporting rifle, only 1700 of which were made in this commercial configuration. (13B10483-93) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (2000/2500)

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Fine Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Army Percussion Revolver

Fine Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Army Percussion Revolver

Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 8 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #194, .44 cal, 7 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very handsome early variation of these interesting and desirable large frame percussion revolvers, this example with the nipples screwed-in through the inside of the chambers. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 40% original bright blue which is flaking overall to a pleasant mix of mild gunmetal and attractive gray-brown patina, along with the expected scattered light handling marks from the years. The chambers likewise retain strong bright blue while the base pin, base pin retainer, and trigger show subtle fire blue. The loading lever shows lovely smoky case-hardened colors throughout with some vibrant wisps along the sides and more protected areas, the colors along the sides of the hammer also particularly vibrant and attractive. The left side barrel flat retains strong maker and patent markings and the original brass blade front sight is intact. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching and remain in near excellent condition, retaining about 97% original varnish showing some mild edge wear and some scattered light dings from the years, otherwise retaining excellent fit. The action will require a little mechanical attention as the bolt does not drop to release the cylinder to rotate, many of the interior surfaces are coated in a heavy dried preservative and perhaps a very careful professional cleaning will free up the bolt. These are very handsome revolvers and their fragile bright blue finish often did not survive. This is a lovely example for the advanced U.S. antique arms collector. (13B10320-21) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #194, .44 cal, 7 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very handsome early variation of these interesting and desirable large...more frame percussion revolvers, this example with the nipples screwed-in through the inside of the chambers. The metal surfaces retain perhaps 40% original bright blue which is flaking overall to a pleasant mix of mild gunmetal and attractive gray-brown patina, along with the expected scattered light handling marks from the years. The chambers likewise retain strong bright blue while the base pin, base pin retainer, and trigger show subtle fire blue. The loading lever shows lovely smoky case-hardened colors throughout with some vibrant wisps along the sides and more protected areas, the colors along the sides of the hammer also particularly vibrant and attractive. The left side barrel flat retains strong maker and patent markings and the original brass blade front sight is intact. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching and remain in near excellent condition, retaining about 97% original varnish showing some mild edge wear and some scattered light dings from the years, otherwise retaining excellent fit. The action will require a little mechanical attention as the bolt does not drop to release the cylinder to rotate, many of the interior surfaces are coated in a heavy dried preservative and perhaps a very careful professional cleaning will free up the bolt. These are very handsome revolvers and their fragile bright blue finish often did not survive. This is a lovely example for the advanced U.S. antique arms collector. (13B10320-21) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Lovely Winchester Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle

Lovely Winchester Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle

Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 9 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
Description Update 03/15/2022: Described repaired chip is right of upper tang, not left

serial #449042, 30 WCF, 24" tapered round barrel with 3/4 magazine and a bright excellent bore. The special order features of this rifle include a takedown action, fancy checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend with checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate and a shorter than standard magazine. The left side of the action is professionally engraved "J. N. / Christmas / 1916". While this rifle is too late to letter it appears honest and original in all respects and according to the published serial number application dates, this rifle was made in 1909 or 1910. The condition of the rifle is fabulous with the barrel and magazine retaining about 98% original blue with only real noticeable loss being the rub marks on the bottom of the barrel from the takedown lever rubbing. The action retains 98% original blue showing a small amount of light edge wear and just a couple very fine surface abrasions. The hammer and lever show strong original color case-hardened finish with the sides of the hammer showing light rub marks. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of highly figured American black walnut and rate excellent retaining 95% of their original oil finish. The checkering remains strong and clean, the stocks fit beautifully and the original checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate is excellent with no chips. There is a repaired chip on the left side of the top tang, the original piece of wood is in place and this is quite unobtrusive. The left side of the lower tang shows assembly number "7724" which appears in the top tang inlet of stock (along with another number but the “7724” is in the same font as the tang and looks perfect). The rifle is sighted with a ramp mounted beaded blade front, Lyman No. 6 folding leaf rear and a Lyman folding tang mounted peepsight. All screwheads remain clean and seemingly untouched through the years. An extremely handsome deluxe 1894 takedown rifle with interesting and endearing Christmas presentation. (1E10483-48) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (7000/9000)

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Fine Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Army Lipfire Revolver

Fine Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Army Lipfire Revolver

Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 10 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #324, 44 Lipfire, 7 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of minor pinprick pitting and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome revolver retains perhaps 50% original bright blue while the frame retains perhaps 25% bright blue in the protected areas, with the cylinder and balance of the surfaces flaked and toning to a nice mild gunmetal and gray-brown patina. There are some scattered mild handling marks and a bit of old oxidation and minor pinprick pitting, mostly along the right side frame and cylinder. The ejector rod lever shows good smoky case-hardened colors toning to a pleasant smooth gray patina while the hammer shows generous vibrant colors throughout. The left barrel flat retains strong maker and patent markings and the original brass blade front sight is intact. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks; the left panel is stamp-numbered matching the frame, the right is un-numbered and their fit is excellent. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing and lock-up. A very attractive example of these interesting and desirable Allen & Wheelock revolvers. (13B10320-20) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)
serial #324, 44 Lipfire, 7 1/2” part round part octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of minor pinprick pitting and otherwise crisp r...moreifling throughout. The barrel of this handsome revolver retains perhaps 50% original bright blue while the frame retains perhaps 25% bright blue in the protected areas, with the cylinder and balance of the surfaces flaked and toning to a nice mild gunmetal and gray-brown patina. There are some scattered mild handling marks and a bit of old oxidation and minor pinprick pitting, mostly along the right side frame and cylinder. The ejector rod lever shows good smoky case-hardened colors toning to a pleasant smooth gray patina while the hammer shows generous vibrant colors throughout. The left barrel flat retains strong maker and patent markings and the original brass blade front sight is intact. The smooth walnut grips remain in very fine condition retaining about 90% original varnish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks; the left panel is stamp-numbered matching the frame, the right is un-numbered and their fit is excellent. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing and lock-up. A very attractive example of these interesting and desirable Allen & Wheelock revolvers. (13B10320-20) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Very Fine Remington New York State Rolling Block Carbine

Very Fine Remington New York State Rolling Block Carbine

Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 11 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
50-70, 22” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely carbine retains about 85% original blue with most of the loss due to some overall thinning and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light along with some scattered minor dings or light handling marks. The action retains about 90% very fine strong case-hardened colors that show some mild muting and some toning to a pleasant smooth gray-brown patina along some of the high edges. The barrel band and buttplate are a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina, the buttplate with some generous vibrant colors, and the small action parts are partially bright showing a little mild gray-brown speckling. All markings remain intact and crisp with Remingtons Ilion tang address and patent dates. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing the scattered light dings and handling marks to be expected from light military service and a few small abrasions near the toe. Stock fit is excellent and the buttstock retains a crisp inspector cartouche along the left side wrist and “A / 248” rack marking at the heel. All original hardware remains intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely New York carbine for the Remington collector, these models often saw extensive use and seldom retain strong condition. (13B10320-12) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
50-70, 22” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this lovely carbine retains about 85% original blue with most of the loss due to some overall thinning...more and toning to a pleasant plum-brown patina under bright light along with some scattered minor dings or light handling marks. The action retains about 90% very fine strong case-hardened colors that show some mild muting and some toning to a pleasant smooth gray-brown patina along some of the high edges. The barrel band and buttplate are a pleasant smoky case-hardened patina, the buttplate with some generous vibrant colors, and the small action parts are partially bright showing a little mild gray-brown speckling. All markings remain intact and crisp with Remingtons Ilion tang address and patent dates. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in very fine condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing the scattered light dings and handling marks to be expected from light military service and a few small abrasions near the toe. Stock fit is excellent and the buttstock retains a crisp inspector cartouche along the left side wrist and “A / 248” rack marking at the heel. All original hardware remains intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely New York carbine for the Remington collector, these models often saw extensive use and seldom retain strong condition. (13B10320-12) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Remington Split Breech Rolling Block Military Carbine Formerly of the Remington Arms Co. Collection

Remington Split Breech Rolling Block Military Carbine Formerly of the Remington Arms Co. Collection

Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 12 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
50 RF, 20” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome Type II carbine retains about 95% original gray-blue finish showing a few scattered tiny dings, some errant freckles and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina showing strong hints of colors throughout, with a few light handling marks and a small imperfection in the metal on the right side. The buttplate and barrel band are a similar attractive smoky case-hardened patina and the hammer and breechblock retain about 98% of their original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The Remingtons Ilion tang address and patent dates remain strong and the action screw heads show nice fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original dark oil finish showing a small dent on the forend near the band spring and otherwise just the expected small dings and light handling marks. The left side wrist retains an excellent crisp inspector cartouche and the factory museum tag numbered “261” is intact. All original hardware is present and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely example of these interesting early rolling block carbines, the bulk of which were resold by Remington to France in 1870, this example apparently retained by the factory. (13B10320-5) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)
50 RF, 20” round barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel of this handsome Type II carbine retains about 95% original gray-blue finish showing a few scattered tiny...more dings, some errant freckles and toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina under bright light. The action has mostly toned to a pleasant smoky gray case-hardened patina showing strong hints of colors throughout, with a few light handling marks and a small imperfection in the metal on the right side. The buttplate and barrel band are a similar attractive smoky case-hardened patina and the hammer and breechblock retain about 98% of their original dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The Remingtons Ilion tang address and patent dates remain strong and the action screw heads show nice fire blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in excellent condition retaining about 98% original dark oil finish showing a small dent on the forend near the band spring and otherwise just the expected small dings and light handling marks. The left side wrist retains an excellent crisp inspector cartouche and the factory museum tag numbered “261” is intact. All original hardware is present and the action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely example of these interesting early rolling block carbines, the bulk of which were resold by Remington to France in 1870, this example apparently retained by the factory. (13B10320-5) {ANTIQUE} (2500/4000)

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Colt Civilian Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Colt Civilian Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 13 of 560)      

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serial #C94318, 45 ACP, 5” early Colt barrel with a bright excellent bore, proofed with a C on the rear edge of the chamber hood and rear face of lugs beneath, and small P ahead of the lugs on the underside of the barrel. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, showing light sharp edge wear, primarily at the muzzle, a light reassembly scratch on frame, with a light halo on slide, and sparsely scattered light handling marks here and there, a couple more moderate scratches in front and back of rear sight. The double diamond checkered walnut grips rate about excellent, the right with an impressed serial number “1482” proceeded by what appears to be a capital “L” but it is difficult to discern, the upper diamond with a small stamp of a broad arrow over “M” within an oval. The arm comes equipped with a single two-tone lanyard loop magazine with pinned base which rates excellent and seems to function properly. (3B10483-372) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #C94318, 45 ACP, 5” early Colt barrel with a bright excellent bore, proofed with a C on the rear edge of the chamber hood and rear face of lugs beneath, and small ...moreP ahead of the lugs on the underside of the barrel. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, showing light sharp edge wear, primarily at the muzzle, a light reassembly scratch on frame, with a light halo on slide, and sparsely scattered light handling marks here and there, a couple more moderate scratches in front and back of rear sight. The double diamond checkered walnut grips rate about excellent, the right with an impressed serial number “1482” proceeded by what appears to be a capital “L” but it is difficult to discern, the upper diamond with a small stamp of a broad arrow over “M” within an oval. The arm comes equipped with a single two-tone lanyard loop magazine with pinned base which rates excellent and seems to function properly. (3B10483-372) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)

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Rare Colt New Service Double Action Revolver Shipped to Kings Gunsight

Rare Colt New Service Double Action Revolver Shipped to Kings Gunsight

Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 14 of 560)      

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serial #345687, 44-40, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this lovely big frame Colt retain about 98 to near 99% original blue, the only appreciable wear being sharp edge and light knuckle wear with a bit of loss at left of muzzle. The bright-polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant with a couple very sparsely scattered very light oxidation stains, primarily on right. The checkered walnut silver Rampant Colt medallion grips rate excellent as well, the right grip with a very small flake by the medallion, they are stamp-numbered to the gun. There are the oddly scattered light tiny handling mark or scratch here and there and there is a slight bit of discoloration of the blue in two very small areas left and right of frame just above the grip panel. The arm shows very little use with the forcing cone area still remaining bright and it times and locks up like the proverbial bank vault. The included factory letter shows shipment as a round butt with a factory installed lanyard loop in a single gun shipment in June 1939 for the King Gunsight Company via Shapleigh Hardware. Indeed the arm has Kings-installed brass bead front with white outline rear “Super Police” sights. A superb big frame Colt with a desirable shipping destination and a very nice set of sights. (3B10187-8) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #345687, 44-40, 7 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces on this lovely big frame Colt retain about 98 to near 99% original blue, the only ap...morepreciable wear being sharp edge and light knuckle wear with a bit of loss at left of muzzle. The bright-polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant with a couple very sparsely scattered very light oxidation stains, primarily on right. The checkered walnut silver Rampant Colt medallion grips rate excellent as well, the right grip with a very small flake by the medallion, they are stamp-numbered to the gun. There are the oddly scattered light tiny handling mark or scratch here and there and there is a slight bit of discoloration of the blue in two very small areas left and right of frame just above the grip panel. The arm shows very little use with the forcing cone area still remaining bright and it times and locks up like the proverbial bank vault. The included factory letter shows shipment as a round butt with a factory installed lanyard loop in a single gun shipment in June 1939 for the King Gunsight Company via Shapleigh Hardware. Indeed the arm has Kings-installed brass bead front with white outline rear “Super Police” sights. A superb big frame Colt with a desirable shipping destination and a very nice set of sights. (3B10187-8) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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Excellent Colt New Service Target Model Double Action Revolver

Excellent Colt New Service Target Model Double Action Revolver

Lot # 15 (Sale Order: 15 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 5,000High Estimate: 7,000
serial #328227, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a mirror-bright, excellent bore. This beautiful revolver astonishingly appears unfired. There are absolutely no remnants of flash on the face of the cylinder nor in the chambers, the forcing cone appears as though it was cut yesterday and is bright steel with no wear on the face of the recoil shield showing only a bit of light scratching near the firing pin bushing. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue with perhaps a tiny bit of sharp edge wear and some light scratches on the bow of the triggerguard and perhaps one or two scattered about the surface here and there. The bright polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant and unstained. The checkered oversized target Roper grips rate excellent and are marked “W 47” on their interiors. Featuring checkered front and rear straps and face of trigger, the gun times and locks up perfectly. Has Patridge style front sight and windage adjustable square notch rear. A superb, basically as-new example from-which it will be difficult to upgrade. (3B10187-17) {C&R} (5000/7000)
serial #328227, 45 Colt, 7 1/2” barrel with a mirror-bright, excellent bore. This beautiful revolver astonishingly appears unfired. There are absolutely no remnants of fl...moreash on the face of the cylinder nor in the chambers, the forcing cone appears as though it was cut yesterday and is bright steel with no wear on the face of the recoil shield showing only a bit of light scratching near the firing pin bushing. The metal surfaces retain 99% original blue with perhaps a tiny bit of sharp edge wear and some light scratches on the bow of the triggerguard and perhaps one or two scattered about the surface here and there. The bright polished sides of the hammer remain brilliant and unstained. The checkered oversized target Roper grips rate excellent and are marked “W 47” on their interiors. Featuring checkered front and rear straps and face of trigger, the gun times and locks up perfectly. Has Patridge style front sight and windage adjustable square notch rear. A superb, basically as-new example from-which it will be difficult to upgrade. (3B10187-17) {C&R} (5000/7000)

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Stunning U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Stunning U.S. Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 16 (Sale Order: 16 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #472712, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8” barrel with a pristine bore. This lovely Model 1884 remains in truly spectacular condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% original blue and oil-quenched blackened finishes with loss due to a touch of wear on the heel of the buttplate and a few scattered light handling marks. The breechblock and tang retain practically all their original vibrant case-hardened colors and all metal markings are correct and extremely crisp. The beautiful American black walnut stock rates very fine to perhaps excellent with a hairline crack behind the lockplate, a few very tiny and unobtrusive chips around the action and a shallow dent on the left side of the forend with the later of these only worth mentioning due to the wonderful condition of the stock. There is a very crisp 1889-dated inspection cartouche on the left side of the action, and an equally-sharp circled “P” firing proof and “S” inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action of this superb condition Trapdoor is strong and crisp. A wonderful example of these important rifles which is sure to please even the most discerning Springfield collector. (23C10483-232) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #472712, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8” barrel with a pristine bore. This lovely Model 1884 remains in truly spectacular condition. The metal surfaces retain about 98-99% or...moreiginal blue and oil-quenched blackened finishes with loss due to a touch of wear on the heel of the buttplate and a few scattered light handling marks. The breechblock and tang retain practically all their original vibrant case-hardened colors and all metal markings are correct and extremely crisp. The beautiful American black walnut stock rates very fine to perhaps excellent with a hairline crack behind the lockplate, a few very tiny and unobtrusive chips around the action and a shallow dent on the left side of the forend with the later of these only worth mentioning due to the wonderful condition of the stock. There is a very crisp 1889-dated inspection cartouche on the left side of the action, and an equally-sharp circled “P” firing proof and “S” inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action of this superb condition Trapdoor is strong and crisp. A wonderful example of these important rifles which is sure to please even the most discerning Springfield collector. (23C10483-232) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)

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Very Fine U.S. Model 1869 Trapdoor Cadet Rifle by Springfield Armory

Very Fine U.S. Model 1869 Trapdoor Cadet Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 17 (Sale Order: 17 of 560)      

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serial #1347, 50-70, 29 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The attractive National Armory bright metal surfaces show some overall scattered speckles of light oxidation staining and a few tiny freckles, while the frame, breechblock and tang retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackened finish with a tiny spot of pinprick pitting on the top of the 1870-dated breechblock, and a few speckles of old light oxidation. The 1863-dated lockplate and hammer display strong original case-hardened colors with some scattered spots of old light oxidation and all metal markings are correct and crisp with “18” stamped on the frame behind the serial number. The American black walnut stock rates fine with a couple tiny and unobtrusive chips on the buttstock and some scattered overall light handling marks from cadet training. There is a wonderful “ESA” in oval cartouche on the left stock flat and a sharp boxed inspection initial and “AL” inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action is strong and crisp. While this rifle’s serial number is not specifically listed, it nevertheless falls squarely within the range provided by Springfield Research Service (the rifle immediately preceding it is listed) of arms issued to Amherst College. (23A10483-328) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #1347, 50-70, 29 5/8” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The attractive National Armory bright metal surfaces show some overall scattered speckles of light oxida...moretion staining and a few tiny freckles, while the frame, breechblock and tang retain nearly all their original oil-quenched blackened finish with a tiny spot of pinprick pitting on the top of the 1870-dated breechblock, and a few speckles of old light oxidation. The 1863-dated lockplate and hammer display strong original case-hardened colors with some scattered spots of old light oxidation and all metal markings are correct and crisp with “18” stamped on the frame behind the serial number. The American black walnut stock rates fine with a couple tiny and unobtrusive chips on the buttstock and some scattered overall light handling marks from cadet training. There is a wonderful “ESA” in oval cartouche on the left stock flat and a sharp boxed inspection initial and “AL” inspection mark behind the triggerguard. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action is strong and crisp. While this rifle’s serial number is not specifically listed, it nevertheless falls squarely within the range provided by Springfield Research Service (the rifle immediately preceding it is listed) of arms issued to Amherst College. (23A10483-328) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (1200/1800)

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Exceptional U.S. Special Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by Colt

Exceptional U.S. Special Model 1861 Percussion Rifle-Musket by Colt

Lot # 18 (Sale Order: 18 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
.58 cal., 40” barrel with a pristine bore. The metal surfaces are mostly bright with some scattered areas of fine oxidation staining and a few scattered small spots of mild oxidation and softened light pitting on the wood line. The lockplate and breech are both dated “1863” and all metal markings are crisp with a sharp proof mark, “P” inspection initial and “STEEL” on the left side of the breech and clear inspection marks on all the individual components. The beautiful American black walnut stock rates excellent plus with sharp edges around the stock flats, raised grain overall, some subtle discoloration on the buttstock and a few scattered tiny handling marks from the years. There are two crisp boxed inspection cartouches on the left stock flat and clear inspection marks ahead of the buttplate tang and behind the triggerguard. A cupped tulip-head ramrod with threaded end is stored beneath the barrel, the original sights are intact and the action is strong and crisp. This excellent-condition Colt Special Model rifle-musket is sure to be a welcome addition to your high end Civil War collection. (23C10237-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
.58 cal., 40” barrel with a pristine bore. The metal surfaces are mostly bright with some scattered areas of fine oxidation staining and a few scattered small spots of mi...moreld oxidation and softened light pitting on the wood line. The lockplate and breech are both dated “1863” and all metal markings are crisp with a sharp proof mark, “P” inspection initial and “STEEL” on the left side of the breech and clear inspection marks on all the individual components. The beautiful American black walnut stock rates excellent plus with sharp edges around the stock flats, raised grain overall, some subtle discoloration on the buttstock and a few scattered tiny handling marks from the years. There are two crisp boxed inspection cartouches on the left stock flat and clear inspection marks ahead of the buttplate tang and behind the triggerguard. A cupped tulip-head ramrod with threaded end is stored beneath the barrel, the original sights are intact and the action is strong and crisp. This excellent-condition Colt Special Model rifle-musket is sure to be a welcome addition to your high end Civil War collection. (23C10237-11) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Superb Winchester Model 1895 Flatside Lever Action Rifle

Superb Winchester Model 1895 Flatside Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 19 (Sale Order: 19 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 8,000High Estimate: 12,000
serial #780, 40-72, 26" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This special order rifle features an octagon barrel along with a smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The condition of the rifle is remarkable. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish overall with just a little silvering on the high edges and the slightest fading. The action shows 95% original blue, again with most loss on the high edges and with one area of flaking on the front right and ring of action. These areas have toned to a rich smooth brown patina and blend in with the original blue quite well. The lever and magazine show about 85% original blue which is thinning evenly and blending with a smooth brown patina. There are a couple light and small abrasions on the right side of the action along with some wear marks on the magazine. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 97% original finish and showing normal light handling marks from the years. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows 80% original blue finish. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman hunting front, rear slot is filled with blank and a Lyman 21 receiver sight is in place. All screwheads remain clean and seemingly untouched. Factory records indicate the rifle shipped as a 40/72 rifle with octagon barrel, plain trigger, shotgun butt with Lyman receiver, Lyman hunting front and blank in rear seat - just exactly how it remains, down to the sights. The rifle shipped on September 17, 1896. A stellar 1895 Flatside made during the second year of production, with special features and remaining in a stunning state of preservation. Investment quality and worthy of the finest collection of Winchester rifles. (1E10483-21) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (8,000/12,000)
serial #780, 40-72, 26" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This special order rifle features an octagon barrel along with a smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The ...morecondition of the rifle is remarkable. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish overall with just a little silvering on the high edges and the slightest fading. The action shows 95% original blue, again with most loss on the high edges and with one area of flaking on the front right and ring of action. These areas have toned to a rich smooth brown patina and blend in with the original blue quite well. The lever and magazine show about 85% original blue which is thinning evenly and blending with a smooth brown patina. There are a couple light and small abrasions on the right side of the action along with some wear marks on the magazine. The plain walnut buttstock and forend rate excellent with 97% original finish and showing normal light handling marks from the years. The smooth steel shotgun buttplate shows 80% original blue finish. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman hunting front, rear slot is filled with blank and a Lyman 21 receiver sight is in place. All screwheads remain clean and seemingly untouched. Factory records indicate the rifle shipped as a 40/72 rifle with octagon barrel, plain trigger, shotgun butt with Lyman receiver, Lyman hunting front and blank in rear seat - just exactly how it remains, down to the sights. The rifle shipped on September 17, 1896. A stellar 1895 Flatside made during the second year of production, with special features and remaining in a stunning state of preservation. Investment quality and worthy of the finest collection of Winchester rifles. (1E10483-21) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (8,000/12,000)

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U.S. Model 1841 Percussion Mississippi Rifle by Remington with Grosz Alteration

U.S. Model 1841 Percussion Mississippi Rifle by Remington with Grosz Alteration

Lot # 20 (Sale Order: 20 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 2,500

.54 cal., 33” barrel with a bright fine bore with strong rifling. The barrel and lock of this handsome rifle are toning to a smooth gray patina with some scattered areas of light oxidation staining, a few spots of softened fine pitting and a few light handling marks. The brass patchbox and mountings have aged to an attractive goldenrod patina with some scattered spots of light tarnish and some light handling marks from the field. The breech tang is dated 1849 and the lockplate is properly marked “U.S. / 1849” behind the hammer and “REMINGTON’S / HERKIMER / N.Y.” ahead and “U.S. / S.K / P / STEEL” is on the left side of the breech. The American black walnut stock rates about very good plus as perhaps very lightly cleaned with a little added varnish, a few scattered fine cracks including one neatly repaired crack running the length of the left wood line which is only notable under scrutiny, along with some overall scattered light handling from military service and there are no visible cartouches. This rifle was altered to accept a bayonet by Frederick Grosz of New York City who, according to Moller’s American Military Shoulder Arms Vol. III, performed this alteration on 1,600 rifles under contract with the State of New York. The alteration consisted of turning down the muzzle, brazing on a bayonet lug and moving the front sight rearward. A cupped brass-tipped trumpet-head ramrod is included; a spare nipple and ball puller are stored within the patchbox and the action is strong and crisp. Also included is a very good condition U.S. Model 1842 socket bayonet which fits the muzzle perfectly and is toning to a dull gray patina with overall light staining and a few fine nicks in the edges. A very nice example of an 1841 Mississippi contract rifle. (23B10443-4) {ANTIQUE} (2000/2500)

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Hopkins & Allen XL Navy Single Action Revolver

Hopkins & Allen XL Navy Single Action Revolver

Lot # 21 (Sale Order: 21 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #957, 38 RF, 6” round barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel and frame of this scarce revolver retain about 94% original nickel finish showing some scattered light flaking to mild gray patina, most noticeable along the high edges and left side frame and along the triggerguard, with some other scattered mild handling marks. The cylinder retains about 40% original nickel finish with the balance flaked to a mild gray-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting. The hammer has toned to smoky gray patina retaining some strong colors along its back surface and all markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and their fit to the frame remains excellent. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing and lock-up. A very fine example of these desirable low-production H&A revolvers. (13B10320-24) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
serial #957, 38 RF, 6” round barrel with an oxidized bore. The barrel and frame of this scarce revolver retain about 94% original nickel finish showing some scattered lig...moreht flaking to mild gray patina, most noticeable along the high edges and left side frame and along the triggerguard, with some other scattered mild handling marks. The cylinder retains about 40% original nickel finish with the balance flaked to a mild gray-brown patina showing some sparsely scattered pinprick pitting. The hammer has toned to smoky gray patina retaining some strong colors along its back surface and all markings remain crisp and clear. The smooth walnut grips remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish showing some mild edge wear and scattered light handling marks. The right panel is pencil-numbered to the gun and their fit to the frame remains excellent. The action seems to function well mechanically with a crisp hammer and solid timing and lock-up. A very fine example of these desirable low-production H&A revolvers. (13B10320-24) {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 # 22 (Sale Order: 22 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #13770, 44 Merwin Hulbert, 7” round barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing a few scattered patches of moderate pitting, some oxidation and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 85% plus original nickel finish with most of the loss due to scattered flaking, mostly along the barrel, that is toning to a mild gunmetal patina and blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel. There are some scattered tiny dings and light handling marks and the muzzle shows some noticeable wear from extensive holster carry that lends plenty of character. The barrel markings remain intact and strong and the hammer and triggerguard retain a healthy amount of strong case-hardened colors, showing a little mild oxidation speckling and areas toning to plum-brown patina. The revolver wears a fine set of smooth antique ivory grips that appear to be factory original in every respect and remain in near excellent condition, the right panel with some wear at the heel, and both showing attractive crackling and age striations throughout with a lovely rich patina. Both panels are stamped on their interiors with a single “6” and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. The lanyard ring has been lost to the years, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A lovely big Merwin Hulbert for the antique Western arms collector. (13B10320-22) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #13770, 44 Merwin Hulbert, 7” round barrel with a partially bright about good bore showing a few scattered patches of moderate pitting, some oxidation and strong r...moreifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this attractive revolver retain about 85% plus original nickel finish with most of the loss due to scattered flaking, mostly along the barrel, that is toning to a mild gunmetal patina and blending in rather nicely with the surrounding nickel. There are some scattered tiny dings and light handling marks and the muzzle shows some noticeable wear from extensive holster carry that lends plenty of character. The barrel markings remain intact and strong and the hammer and triggerguard retain a healthy amount of strong case-hardened colors, showing a little mild oxidation speckling and areas toning to plum-brown patina. The revolver wears a fine set of smooth antique ivory grips that appear to be factory original in every respect and remain in near excellent condition, the right panel with some wear at the heel, and both showing attractive crackling and age striations throughout with a lovely rich patina. Both panels are stamped on their interiors with a single “6” and the remaining numbered parts are matching by assembly number. The lanyard ring has been lost to the years, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits a hint of minor play and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. A lovely big Merwin Hulbert for the antique Western arms collector. (13B10320-22) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Remington-Beals Second Model Percussion Pocket Revolver with Original Box & Accessories

Remington-Beals Second Model Percussion Pocket Revolver with Original Box & Accessories

Lot # 23 (Sale Order: 23 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #2125, .31 cal, 3” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an excellent and somewhat unusual example of the very low-production second model. It appears the nickel finish was refurbished during the period of use, very possibly by Remington themselves and there is also a very neatly brazed plate along the inside of the frame at the breech, again suggesting a factory repair and refurbishment job. The barrel address is no longer present though the serial number on the underside remains crisp and there is also no locator pin in the frame for the stop spring on the left side. The frame shows a matching serial number to the barrel, the final peculiarity, as it is quite a bit outside of the estimated 1000 serial number production. The metal surfaces retain about 98% nickel finish showing one small spot of oxidation on the right side frame, a few thin scratches and a couple tiny pinprick pits. The small parts show lovely brilliant fire blue and the hammer retains vibrant colors with some muting to smoky gray along the nose. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish that shows some mild flaking along with a few handling marks, the grips appear to be un-numbered though their fit is excellent. The silver cone front sight is intact and the action functions crisply with nice timing and lock-up. The black paper-covered box remains in fine condition and is covered in an old glue-like preservative that does not detract too much from its appearance, also showing some light flaking and handling marks. About 2” of the powder flask partition is missing along the top edge and the original powder flask itself remains in very fine condition showing a few shallow dents. A very fine condition brass dual round ball mould and steel cleaning rod with wide brass handle are also present. An excellent and interesting example for the advanced Remington collector. (13B10320-70) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #2125, .31 cal, 3” octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an excellent and somewhat unusual example of the very low-production second model. It appea...morers the nickel finish was refurbished during the period of use, very possibly by Remington themselves and there is also a very neatly brazed plate along the inside of the frame at the breech, again suggesting a factory repair and refurbishment job. The barrel address is no longer present though the serial number on the underside remains crisp and there is also no locator pin in the frame for the stop spring on the left side. The frame shows a matching serial number to the barrel, the final peculiarity, as it is quite a bit outside of the estimated 1000 serial number production. The metal surfaces retain about 98% nickel finish showing one small spot of oxidation on the right side frame, a few thin scratches and a couple tiny pinprick pits. The small parts show lovely brilliant fire blue and the hammer retains vibrant colors with some muting to smoky gray along the nose. The smooth rosewood grips remain in near excellent condition retaining a healthy amount of original varnish that shows some mild flaking along with a few handling marks, the grips appear to be un-numbered though their fit is excellent. The silver cone front sight is intact and the action functions crisply with nice timing and lock-up. The black paper-covered box remains in fine condition and is covered in an old glue-like preservative that does not detract too much from its appearance, also showing some light flaking and handling marks. About 2” of the powder flask partition is missing along the top edge and the original powder flask itself remains in very fine condition showing a few shallow dents. A very fine condition brass dual round ball mould and steel cleaning rod with wide brass handle are also present. An excellent and interesting example for the advanced Remington collector. (13B10320-70) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Very Fine Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver with Hartley & Graham Presentation Case

Very Fine Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Double Action Revolver with Hartley & Graham Presentation Case

Lot # 24 (Sale Order: 24 of 560)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000

serial #42250, 41 Colt, 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this lovely 1883-made revolver retain about 96% original nickel finish, most of the loss due to some light flaking at the edges of the muzzle and left side frame near the breech and topstrap toning to a mild gray patina, some of the other high edges with some faint loss and scattered handling marks. The nickel shows the expected pleasant mild clouding from the years and all markings remain crisp and clear with excellent etched “COLT D.A. 41” on the left side barrel. The small parts and back surface of the hammer retain almost all of their wonderful brilliant fire blue, the hammer with a little mild oxidation staining, its sides also remaining mostly bright. The black checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt remain in excellent condition showing a couple tiny handling marks and some small areas of minor discoloration retaining crisp detailing. The insides appear to be un-numbered but they are obviously the original grips and retain excellent fit. The remaining numbered parts are matching and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The included seldom-seen original Hartley & Graham case also remains in very fine condition, the exterior of the lid showing a few small thin drying cracks from the years, along with the expected light scuffs and handling marks. The base also retains much of its original black pebbled paper covering showing light flaking. The base interior is lined with slightly ruffled maroon velvet that rates near excellent, also featuring a lovely 40-round rosewood cartridge block. The lid is lined with maroon silk with the distinctive gold-edged royal blue ribbon embossed in gold “Hartley & Graham / New York”. There is a small tear along one of the blue hinge linings and the locking piece for the lid has detached and is now locked to the base but this could likely be addressed by a craftsman who knows their business. There is no key present though the case does contain a simple steel cleaning rod and period Hawksley glass oil bottle. An excellent ensemble for the advanced Colt collector. (13C10325-1) {ANTIQUE} (3000/5000)

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Lovely Mike Dubber Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lovely Mike Dubber Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot # 25 (Sale Order: 25 of 560)      

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serial #S20873A, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an unfired bore. This astonishing revolver, in addition to its exquisite engraving, retains all of its post-engraving polished charcoal blue, a treatment rarely encountered on post-war arms as the furnace-bluing, carbona process is so involved and difficult to do properly. Former Colt master engraver Mike Dubber has spared no effort nor attention to detail in his execution of the masterful classic Colt factory American flowing scroll and geometric decoration covering nearly every surface of this revolver. Those thin delicate engraved areas which are not covered with scroll are background shaded with the finest stippling, providing a very stunning high-relief effect, coupled with the carbona bluing, makes the gun shimmer when turned in the light. Each of the flutes has open acanthus leaf engraving with a checkerboard pattern ahead of the triggerguard root, a fan of engraving at the bottom of the frontstrap and a lovely scallop shell fan atop the knuckle, even the hammer flat above the firing pin is neatly checkered. The sides of the front sight blade have a flowing wave of scroll with batwing engraving flanking the sight trough in the topstrap with dual 24 karat gold wire inlays at both muzzle and breech end of barrel. Each of the frame flats and radii have fine gold wire inlay, a number with small curlicues of scroll at the end of the fine lines, even the hammer is outlined. The cylinder features dual fine wire inlays at its rear and outlining each of the cylinder flutes. The left recoil shield shows a Rocky Mountain sheep inlaid in gold and chiseled-in-relief, with an interesting depiction on the frame beneath the loading gate of a fox squirrel amidst woodland scenery, seated in the flowers beneath a tree, all this in 24 karat gold and copied by Dubber from a factory engraving pattern he encountered in vintage photographs. The Colt Single Action Army caliber marking on the left side of the barrel and the barrel address at the top are also inlaid and bordered by gold as-is the Rampant Colt near the patent dates, with an unexpected five-pointed star, inlaid in gold and chiseled in relief on the face of the base pin. Absolutely unturned, unfired since leaving Mr. Dubber’s hands, the gun is signed by Dubber on the underside of the barrel adjacent to the ejector rod housing. The arm wears a one-piece ivory grip fitted by Dan Chesiak which is as-new and fits flawlessly. The arm comes in a blue two-piece Colt custom shop box with all papers and its outer shipping sleeve serial numbered to the gun, along with a letter signed by the engraver detailing the work. A true work of art with even the smallest detail carefully crafted, shimmering and stunning with its beautiful metal treatment. (3F10486-5) {MODERN} (7000/9000)
serial #S20873A, 45 Colt, 5 1/2” barrel with an unfired bore. This astonishing revolver, in addition to its exquisite engraving, retains all of its post-engraving polishe...mored charcoal blue, a treatment rarely encountered on post-war arms as the furnace-bluing, carbona process is so involved and difficult to do properly. Former Colt master engraver Mike Dubber has spared no effort nor attention to detail in his execution of the masterful classic Colt factory American flowing scroll and geometric decoration covering nearly every surface of this revolver. Those thin delicate engraved areas which are not covered with scroll are background shaded with the finest stippling, providing a very stunning high-relief effect, coupled with the carbona bluing, makes the gun shimmer when turned in the light. Each of the flutes has open acanthus leaf engraving with a checkerboard pattern ahead of the triggerguard root, a fan of engraving at the bottom of the frontstrap and a lovely scallop shell fan atop the knuckle, even the hammer flat above the firing pin is neatly checkered. The sides of the front sight blade have a flowing wave of scroll with batwing engraving flanking the sight trough in the topstrap with dual 24 karat gold wire inlays at both muzzle and breech end of barrel. Each of the frame flats and radii have fine gold wire inlay, a number with small curlicues of scroll at the end of the fine lines, even the hammer is outlined. The cylinder features dual fine wire inlays at its rear and outlining each of the cylinder flutes. The left recoil shield shows a Rocky Mountain sheep inlaid in gold and chiseled-in-relief, with an interesting depiction on the frame beneath the loading gate of a fox squirrel amidst woodland scenery, seated in the flowers beneath a tree, all this in 24 karat gold and copied by Dubber from a factory engraving pattern he encountered in vintage photographs. The Colt Single Action Army caliber marking on the left side of the barrel and the barrel address at the top are also inlaid and bordered by gold as-is the Rampant Colt near the patent dates, with an unexpected five-pointed star, inlaid in gold and chiseled in relief on the face of the base pin. Absolutely unturned, unfired since leaving Mr. Dubber’s hands, the gun is signed by Dubber on the underside of the barrel adjacent to the ejector rod housing. The arm wears a one-piece ivory grip fitted by Dan Chesiak which is as-new and fits flawlessly. The arm comes in a blue two-piece Colt custom shop box with all papers and its outer shipping sleeve serial numbered to the gun, along with a letter signed by the engraver detailing the work. A true work of art with even the smallest detail carefully crafted, shimmering and stunning with its beautiful metal treatment. (3F10486-5) {MODERN} (7000/9000)

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