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Auction No. 136 - Session 1

Auction No. 136 - Session 1

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Auction No. 136 - Session 1

Auction No. 136 - Session 1

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Excellent Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Excellent Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 1 (Sale Order: 1 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #290348, 32 WCF, 24'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered light pits and specks of oxidation with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1905-made rifle retain about 97% original blue showing some subtle thinning under bright light and a few small freckles or light handling marks. The nosecap retains about 98% original bright blue while the magazine hanger show a bit more flaking to gray-brown. The action retains about 96% original bright blue showing some sparse mild oxidation speckles and most of the loss due to some areas along the top edges flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The bolt retains 98% original blue while the hammer and lever show strong vibrant colors throughout, muted in some areas. The crescent steel buttplate also shows some lovely colors, the loading gate retains brilliant fire blue and all markings remain crisp. Made early enough in 1905, this example still does not bear the Winchester ''WP'' factory proof mark. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, retaining excellent fit overall. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, small German silver blade front, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome 1892 in 32 WCF that has seen very little use. (13C10483-80) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #290348, 32 WCF, 24'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered light pits and specks of oxidation with otherwise crisp r...moreifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1905-made rifle retain about 97% original blue showing some subtle thinning under bright light and a few small freckles or light handling marks. The nosecap retains about 98% original bright blue while the magazine hanger show a bit more flaking to gray-brown. The action retains about 96% original bright blue showing some sparse mild oxidation speckles and most of the loss due to some areas along the top edges flaking to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The bolt retains 98% original blue while the hammer and lever show strong vibrant colors throughout, muted in some areas. The crescent steel buttplate also shows some lovely colors, the loading gate retains brilliant fire blue and all markings remain crisp. Made early enough in 1905, this example still does not bear the Winchester ''WP'' factory proof mark. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine to perhaps near excellent condition retaining about 95% original oil finish showing some scattered light dings and handling marks, retaining excellent fit overall. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight, small German silver blade front, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very handsome 1892 in 32 WCF that has seen very little use. (13C10483-80) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)

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Fine Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle

Fine Winchester Model 1895 Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 2 (Sale Order: 2 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #31520, 30-40 Krag, 26'' round barrel with a mostly bright near excellent bore showing a little faint frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive 1901-made rifle retains about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered light handling marks and a few sparse specks of oxidation, along with some slight fading under bright light. The action retains about 95% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking and freckling along with some light handling marks and operational wear, the sides of the action showing the familiar Winchester ''striations''. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue while the hammer and lever link show vibrant case-hardened colors. The extractor and some of the other small parts retain most of their brilliant fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition with strong original varnish that shows an area of subtle crazing on the left side butt along with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. Stock fit remains very nice and the original hard rubber shotgun buttplate is intact and in very fine condition. The rear sight dovetail has been neatly blanked and the rifle is sighted with a fine condition Lyman No. 21 ''Climbing Lyman'' receiver sight showing ''WR'' code and a period replacement ivory bead front sight. The action of this very handsome 1895 is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. (13C10638-6) {C&R} (2000/3000)
serial #31520, 30-40 Krag, 26'' round barrel with a mostly bright near excellent bore showing a little faint frosting in the grooves and otherwise crisp rifling throughou...moret. The barrel of this attractive 1901-made rifle retains about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to some scattered light handling marks and a few sparse specks of oxidation, along with some slight fading under bright light. The action retains about 95% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking and freckling along with some light handling marks and operational wear, the sides of the action showing the familiar Winchester ''striations''. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue while the hammer and lever link show vibrant case-hardened colors. The extractor and some of the other small parts retain most of their brilliant fire blue and all markings remain intact and strong. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition with strong original varnish that shows an area of subtle crazing on the left side butt along with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. Stock fit remains very nice and the original hard rubber shotgun buttplate is intact and in very fine condition. The rear sight dovetail has been neatly blanked and the rifle is sighted with a fine condition Lyman No. 21 ''Climbing Lyman'' receiver sight showing ''WR'' code and a period replacement ivory bead front sight. The action of this very handsome 1895 is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. (13C10638-6) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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Nice Colt 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Nice Colt 1877 Lightning Double Action Revolver

Lot # 3 (Sale Order: 3 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 3,500
serial #25589, 38 Colt, 2 1/2'' barrel with an excellent bore. The left side of barrel shows crisp etched panel reading "COLT D.A. 38" along with a crisp two-line address on top of barrel. This short-barreled "Storekeeper's Model" has no ejector rod and features the long knurled cylinder pin. The condition of the revolver is excellent with the metal surfaces retaining 98% original nickel plated finish which remains quite bright and shows just a few scattered very light abrasions here or there that do not breach the finish. The original checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent with light wear only on the high edge toward the butt. The hammer spine shows strong original fire blue with the sides remaining quite bright. The revolver cycles and locks up tight. The included factory letter confirms the configuration of the gun and shows shipment on August 5, 1880 to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett and Company in Chicago as part of a 24 gun shipment. A lovely antique short-barreled ejectorless Colt Lightning revolver. (1B10522-61) {ANTIQUE}[Richard ''Dick'' Goergen Collection] (2500/3500)
serial #25589, 38 Colt, 2 1/2'' barrel with an excellent bore. The left side of barrel shows crisp etched panel reading "COLT D.A. 38" along with a crisp two-line address...more on top of barrel. This short-barreled "Storekeeper's Model" has no ejector rod and features the long knurled cylinder pin. The condition of the revolver is excellent with the metal surfaces retaining 98% original nickel plated finish which remains quite bright and shows just a few scattered very light abrasions here or there that do not breach the finish. The original checkered hard rubber grips rate excellent with light wear only on the high edge toward the butt. The hammer spine shows strong original fire blue with the sides remaining quite bright. The revolver cycles and locks up tight. The included factory letter confirms the configuration of the gun and shows shipment on August 5, 1880 to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett and Company in Chicago as part of a 24 gun shipment. A lovely antique short-barreled ejectorless Colt Lightning revolver. (1B10522-61) {ANTIQUE}[Richard ''Dick'' Goergen Collection] (2500/3500)

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Fine Colt Model 1878 Double Action Frontier Sheriff's Model Revolver

Fine Colt Model 1878 Double Action Frontier Sheriff's Model Revolver

Lot # 4 (Sale Order: 4 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #10787, 45 LC, scarce 4'' barrel without ejector rod with an excellent bore that shows just the slightest frosting ahead of the forcing cone. The top of the barrel shows the proper two-line Hartford address and assembly number ''162'' appears on the left side of the gripframe and on the rear of the loading gate. The revolver remains in nice condition with the barrel retaining about 95% original blue, the cylinder perhaps 90% with some light flaking and some scattered very light old oxidation staining. The frame retains about 70% original blue with the balance flaked leaving behind a pleasing smooth brown patina. The original checkered hard rubber grips rate very good to excellent showing just very light wear to some of the points, wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The spine of the hammer shows lots of bright original blue with the sides showing a smooth light gray patina. The revolver cycles and locks up properly. The included factory letter confirms the caliber, barrel length and finish and shows shipment on July 3, 1883 to Hartley & Graham in New York City as part of a seven gun shipment. A fine big frame double action Colt in a desirable configuration. (1B10522-25) {ANTIQUE[Richard ''Dick'' Goergen Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #10787, 45 LC, scarce 4'' barrel without ejector rod with an excellent bore that shows just the slightest frosting ahead of the forcing cone. The top of the barrel...more shows the proper two-line Hartford address and assembly number ''162'' appears on the left side of the gripframe and on the rear of the loading gate. The revolver remains in nice condition with the barrel retaining about 95% original blue, the cylinder perhaps 90% with some light flaking and some scattered very light old oxidation staining. The frame retains about 70% original blue with the balance flaked leaving behind a pleasing smooth brown patina. The original checkered hard rubber grips rate very good to excellent showing just very light wear to some of the points, wear commensurate with the balance of the revolver. The spine of the hammer shows lots of bright original blue with the sides showing a smooth light gray patina. The revolver cycles and locks up properly. The included factory letter confirms the caliber, barrel length and finish and shows shipment on July 3, 1883 to Hartley & Graham in New York City as part of a seven gun shipment. A fine big frame double action Colt in a desirable configuration. (1B10522-25) {ANTIQUE[Richard ''Dick'' Goergen Collection] (3000/5000)

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Wonderful Stevens Ideal No. 56 Ladies Model Rifle

Wonderful Stevens Ideal No. 56 Ladies Model Rifle

Lot # 5 (Sale Order: 5 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #5167, 22 LR, 24" part round part octagon No. 1 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This extremely handsome Stevens rifle remains in very fine and all original condition. The barrel shows 98% rich dark original Stevens blue. The action, which is marked "56" on front surface shows 75% original color case-hardened finish which shows just honest fading. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and retain 95% original finish overall with sharp checkering. The stock's surfaces are wonderful and they fit perfectly. The Swiss buttplate shows vivid original color case-hardened finish. The hammer and breechblock show nearly all of their original blue finish. This rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no rear seat and a Stevens folding tang-mounted peepsight is present. The rifle shows matching numbers on the barrel, frame, forend end grain and the inside of the buttplate. The stock shows no number - it is absolutely original to this rifle and in every other respect. A simply fabulous example of these very desirable and sought-after Stevens rifles. (1D10648-15) {C&R} (4000/6000)
serial #5167, 22 LR, 24" part round part octagon No. 1 weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. This extremely handsome Stevens rifle remains in very fine and all ori...moreginal condition. The barrel shows 98% rich dark original Stevens blue. The action, which is marked "56" on front surface shows 75% original color case-hardened finish which shows just honest fading. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of nicely figured American black walnut and retain 95% original finish overall with sharp checkering. The stock's surfaces are wonderful and they fit perfectly. The Swiss buttplate shows vivid original color case-hardened finish. The hammer and breechblock show nearly all of their original blue finish. This rifle is sighted with a Beach combination front, there is no rear seat and a Stevens folding tang-mounted peepsight is present. The rifle shows matching numbers on the barrel, frame, forend end grain and the inside of the buttplate. The stock shows no number - it is absolutely original to this rifle and in every other respect. A simply fabulous example of these very desirable and sought-after Stevens rifles. (1D10648-15) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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Stevens No. 044 1/2 Ideal English Model Rifle with Sabin Telescopic Sight

Stevens No. 044 1/2 Ideal English Model Rifle with Sabin Telescopic Sight

Lot # 6 (Sale Order: 6 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 1,000High Estimate: 1,500
serial #2295, 22 CF, 26'' part round part octagon nickel steel barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive rifle retains about 94-95% original blue showing a couple minor handling marks and some even fading to a mild gunmetal gray patina under bright light. The rear flats retain crisp maker address and ''NICKEL STEEL'' stamp. The action retains a similar amount of original case-hardened colors showing some scattered thin scratches along the right side and muting along the forward edges and lever while the hammer, breechblock and trigger retain about 98% original blue. The rifle is equipped with a period telescopic sight by E.C. Sabin of Ayer, Massachusetts serial #106 that remains in very fine condition retaining about 92% original blue showing some overall even fading and light handling marks. The scopes features a fine crosshair reticle and the optics are very cloudy with noticeable occlusions. There are vacant rear and front sight dovetails. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in very fine to excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks and the buttstock retaining most of its original varnish, the forend with a little more wear and the fit excellent. The original hard rubber stag head motif buttplate is intact and rates excellent. The rifle is equipped with factory single set trigger and the action seems to function well mechanically. Rough measurements seem to indicate a cartridge a bit larger in dimensions than the expected 22-15-60 Stevens, the length of the chamber being about 2.4'' and the diameter of the rim cutout about 0.40''; a proper chamber cast will need to be performed to pinpoint the exact chambering. This is a lovely example of a quality and desirable Stevens Ideal variant. (13B10483-15) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #2295, 22 CF, 26'' part round part octagon nickel steel barrel with a bright near excellent bore. The barrel of this attractive rifle retains about 94-95% original...more blue showing a couple minor handling marks and some even fading to a mild gunmetal gray patina under bright light. The rear flats retain crisp maker address and ''NICKEL STEEL'' stamp. The action retains a similar amount of original case-hardened colors showing some scattered thin scratches along the right side and muting along the forward edges and lever while the hammer, breechblock and trigger retain about 98% original blue. The rifle is equipped with a period telescopic sight by E.C. Sabin of Ayer, Massachusetts serial #106 that remains in very fine condition retaining about 92% original blue showing some overall even fading and light handling marks. The scopes features a fine crosshair reticle and the optics are very cloudy with noticeable occlusions. There are vacant rear and front sight dovetails. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in very fine to excellent condition showing some scattered light handling marks and the buttstock retaining most of its original varnish, the forend with a little more wear and the fit excellent. The original hard rubber stag head motif buttplate is intact and rates excellent. The rifle is equipped with factory single set trigger and the action seems to function well mechanically. Rough measurements seem to indicate a cartridge a bit larger in dimensions than the expected 22-15-60 Stevens, the length of the chamber being about 2.4'' and the diameter of the rim cutout about 0.40''; a proper chamber cast will need to be performed to pinpoint the exact chambering. This is a lovely example of a quality and desirable Stevens Ideal variant. (13B10483-15) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (1000/1500)

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

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

Lot # 7 (Sale Order: 7 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #463179, 45-70, 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue with a few scattered spots of old light oxidation, a few light handling marks and light wear toning to gray on the toe and heel of the buttplate. The breechblock and tang retain about 98% original vibrant case-hardened colors with a few speckles of light oxidation and a tiny spot muting to pewter gray on the high edge of the firing pin channel; the inside of the action is coated in protective grease with obvious vibrant colors peaking out from beneath. All markings are correct and very crisp. The American black walnut stock rates excellent plus with a few scattered light storage marks. The stock features exceptionally crisp stampings including an 1889-dated cartouche, circled ''P'' firing proof and ''G.B'' inspection initials. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action is strong and crisp. This is truly an exceptional Model 1884 which would be very difficult to improve upon. (23B10483-350) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #463179, 45-70, 32 5/8'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 97-98% original blue with a few scattered spots of old light oxidatio...moren, a few light handling marks and light wear toning to gray on the toe and heel of the buttplate. The breechblock and tang retain about 98% original vibrant case-hardened colors with a few speckles of light oxidation and a tiny spot muting to pewter gray on the high edge of the firing pin channel; the inside of the action is coated in protective grease with obvious vibrant colors peaking out from beneath. All markings are correct and very crisp. The American black walnut stock rates excellent plus with a few scattered light storage marks. The stock features exceptionally crisp stampings including an 1889-dated cartouche, circled ''P'' firing proof and ''G.B'' inspection initials. The original sights and cleaning rod are intact and the action is strong and crisp. This is truly an exceptional Model 1884 which would be very difficult to improve upon. (23B10483-350) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)

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Scarce U.S. Model 1880 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Scarce U.S. Model 1880 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 8 (Sale Order: 8 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #157189, 45-70, 32 5/8'' barrel with a partially-bright about very good bore showing light pitting and oxidation throughout the grooves of the strong rifling. Approximately 1,014 Model 1880 Trapdoor rifles were produced for field evaluations to determine the suitability of an integral ramrod bayonet rather than a separate socket bayonet and scabbard. It was hoped this new rifle would reduce the individual soldier's burden by 10 oz. while saving the government $0.92 each as no scabbard would be necessary. The metal surfaces are toning to an overall mottled gray patina with scattered fine cleaning striations, areas of light pitting and spots of light oxidation staining; some of the components display a coat of old hardened preservative that has yellowed with age and has dripped onto the stock in a few places. All markings are correct and crisp with a particularly-strong ''V / P / (eagle head) / P'' firing proof on the left side of the breech. The American black walnut stock rates fine with two moderate parallel scratches on both sides of the buttstock, the aforementioned drips of dried preservative and a few scattered light handling marks. All stock markings are very crisp with an 1881-dated cartouche on the left side of the action, two circled ''P'' firing proofs and ''R.D.R.'' inspection initials behind the triggerguard. The original sights are intact, the ramrod bayonet locks up tightly in both positions and the action is strong and crisp. Stored within the trap buttplate is a Model 1879 combination tool and Model 1875 headless shell extractor. By the middle of 1882 reports from the field indicated that the slight movement of the ramrod bayonet during firing caused the rifles to be inaccurate and that soldiers could not fix or unfix bayonets while moving. Thus, these experimental rifles were withdrawn from service and the program dropped, making them both scarce and collectable. (23B10483-226) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (1800/2200)
serial #157189, 45-70, 32 5/8'' barrel with a partially-bright about very good bore showing light pitting and oxidation throughout the grooves of the strong rifling. Appr...moreoximately 1,014 Model 1880 Trapdoor rifles were produced for field evaluations to determine the suitability of an integral ramrod bayonet rather than a separate socket bayonet and scabbard. It was hoped this new rifle would reduce the individual soldier's burden by 10 oz. while saving the government $0.92 each as no scabbard would be necessary. The metal surfaces are toning to an overall mottled gray patina with scattered fine cleaning striations, areas of light pitting and spots of light oxidation staining; some of the components display a coat of old hardened preservative that has yellowed with age and has dripped onto the stock in a few places. All markings are correct and crisp with a particularly-strong ''V / P / (eagle head) / P'' firing proof on the left side of the breech. The American black walnut stock rates fine with two moderate parallel scratches on both sides of the buttstock, the aforementioned drips of dried preservative and a few scattered light handling marks. All stock markings are very crisp with an 1881-dated cartouche on the left side of the action, two circled ''P'' firing proofs and ''R.D.R.'' inspection initials behind the triggerguard. The original sights are intact, the ramrod bayonet locks up tightly in both positions and the action is strong and crisp. Stored within the trap buttplate is a Model 1879 combination tool and Model 1875 headless shell extractor. By the middle of 1882 reports from the field indicated that the slight movement of the ramrod bayonet during firing caused the rifles to be inaccurate and that soldiers could not fix or unfix bayonets while moving. Thus, these experimental rifles were withdrawn from service and the program dropped, making them both scarce and collectable. (23B10483-226) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (1800/2200)

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L.C. Smith Ideal Grade Featherweight Sidelock Double Shotgun

L.C. Smith Ideal Grade Featherweight Sidelock Double Shotgun

Lot # 9 (Sale Order: 9 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #FWS49118, 20 ga (2 3/4''), 28'' London Steel barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores showing a hint of mild frosting or perhaps some stubborn fouling. The barrels of this shotgun retain about 85% of an older reapplied nice quality polished blue with the sides near the breeches toned to a medium gray-brown patina, a few smaller areas of thinning under bright light and minor handling marks. The maker markings along the barrels remain intact and mostly crisp, a few letters softened somewhat. The action and lockplates retain about 90% lovely vibrant original case-hardened colors muting to a pleasant smooth pewter patina along the bottom metal. The triggerguard retains about 85% original bright blue showing some mild thinning from handling and the standard Ideal grade wide foliate embellishments and simple bordering remain intact and crisp throughout. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and wide beavertail forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing mostly worn finish overall and the forend with a bit more wear to the checkering. There is one tiny crack forming left of the upper tang and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact. Stock fit is excellent and the wood exhibits some wonderful shimmering feathercrotch grain figure throughout the toe line. The butt is fitted with a period Hawkins ventilated red rubber pad that is very fine and still quite flexible providing a 14 1/8'' length-of-pull. Drops are 1 1/2'' and 2 3/4'' and lock-up is solid on-face with the top lever resting about center. Shotgun features factory single selective trigger, non-automatic safety and extractors. The solid matted barrel rib was sighted with two beads that have been improperly removed, apparently cut or carefully ground off, with remnants remaining in the holes. No doubt a competent gunsmith can address this with little trouble. The action seems to function well mechanically. A fine 20 bore Ideal grade. (13B10483-242) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #FWS49118, 20 ga (2 3/4''), 28'' London Steel barrels choked modified and full with bright excellent bores showing a hint of mild frosting or perhaps some stubborn...more fouling. The barrels of this shotgun retain about 85% of an older reapplied nice quality polished blue with the sides near the breeches toned to a medium gray-brown patina, a few smaller areas of thinning under bright light and minor handling marks. The maker markings along the barrels remain intact and mostly crisp, a few letters softened somewhat. The action and lockplates retain about 90% lovely vibrant original case-hardened colors muting to a pleasant smooth pewter patina along the bottom metal. The triggerguard retains about 85% original bright blue showing some mild thinning from handling and the standard Ideal grade wide foliate embellishments and simple bordering remain intact and crisp throughout. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and wide beavertail forend remain in very fine to near excellent condition showing mostly worn finish overall and the forend with a bit more wear to the checkering. There is one tiny crack forming left of the upper tang and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap is intact. Stock fit is excellent and the wood exhibits some wonderful shimmering feathercrotch grain figure throughout the toe line. The butt is fitted with a period Hawkins ventilated red rubber pad that is very fine and still quite flexible providing a 14 1/8'' length-of-pull. Drops are 1 1/2'' and 2 3/4'' and lock-up is solid on-face with the top lever resting about center. Shotgun features factory single selective trigger, non-automatic safety and extractors. The solid matted barrel rib was sighted with two beads that have been improperly removed, apparently cut or carefully ground off, with remnants remaining in the holes. No doubt a competent gunsmith can address this with little trouble. The action seems to function well mechanically. A fine 20 bore Ideal grade. (13B10483-242) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (2000/3000)

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Wonderful Parker VHE Double Ejectorgun

Wonderful Parker VHE Double Ejectorgun

Lot # 10 (Sale Order: 10 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #241720, 20 ga. On No. 0 frame, 26" barrels with bright excellent bores choked improved modified and modified. This shotgun built in Ilion shows very little use and remains in extremely fine condition. The barrels retain 97% original blue overall and properly shows no rib markings. The action with "PARKER" across the forward belly shows 90% strong original color case-hardened finish with most loss on the forward section at hinge pin. Color on the sides of action and floorplate are wonderful. The triggerguard shows 97% strong original blue finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and splinter forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with very crisp checkering. There is some crazing in the finish of the buttstock but only ahead of the checkering on the cheeks where there is also one area of flaked finish on the left cheek roughly 1/2" x 1/8". The shotgun features a 14" length of pull over its original doghead buttplate and shows drops of 1 1/2" and 2 7/8". The shotgun locks up tight with lever right of center, nearly all the original color remains on the standing breech face and screws all remain properly indexed. This is a very fine example of a Remington produced Parker made very late within the last 750 guns made. (1E10806-25) {C&R} (6000/8000)
serial #241720, 20 ga. On No. 0 frame, 26" barrels with bright excellent bores choked improved modified and modified. This shotgun built in Ilion shows very little use a...morend remains in extremely fine condition. The barrels retain 97% original blue overall and properly shows no rib markings. The action with "PARKER" across the forward belly shows 90% strong original color case-hardened finish with most loss on the forward section at hinge pin. Color on the sides of action and floorplate are wonderful. The triggerguard shows 97% strong original blue finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock and splinter forend rate excellent with 95% original finish remaining and with very crisp checkering. There is some crazing in the finish of the buttstock but only ahead of the checkering on the cheeks where there is also one area of flaked finish on the left cheek roughly 1/2" x 1/8". The shotgun features a 14" length of pull over its original doghead buttplate and shows drops of 1 1/2" and 2 7/8". The shotgun locks up tight with lever right of center, nearly all the original color remains on the standing breech face and screws all remain properly indexed. This is a very fine example of a Remington produced Parker made very late within the last 750 guns made. (1E10806-25) {C&R} (6000/8000)

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Colt 3 1/2" Round Barrel Cartridge Revolver

Colt 3 1/2" Round Barrel Cartridge Revolver

Lot # 11 (Sale Order: 11 of 545)      

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serial #323400, 38 CF, 3 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine little Colt. The barrel shows the correct two-line address and retains about 90% original blue with a few scattered light impact marks in the area of the wedge. The cylinder shows virtually all of its original stagecoach holdup scene and shows about 50% original blue with the balance showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The frame shows 90% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite strong. The brass gripstraps show a rich ochre patina with traces of original silverplated finish in protected areas. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent retaining about 95% original varnish with just a couple minor handling marks that barely warrant mention. A very fine example of these early cartridge Colt revolvers. (1B10522-52) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #323400, 38 CF, 3 1/2" round barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a very fine little Colt. The barrel shows the correct two-line address and retains about ...more90% original blue with a few scattered light impact marks in the area of the wedge. The cylinder shows virtually all of its original stagecoach holdup scene and shows about 50% original blue with the balance showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The frame shows 90% original color case-hardened finish which remains quite strong. The brass gripstraps show a rich ochre patina with traces of original silverplated finish in protected areas. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent retaining about 95% original varnish with just a couple minor handling marks that barely warrant mention. A very fine example of these early cartridge Colt revolvers. (1B10522-52) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)

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Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Lot # 12 (Sale Order: 12 of 545)      

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serial #202621, .36 cal., 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore with just a few tiny specks of oxidation. This revolver was built just post war in 1867 and remains in very nice condition. The barrel shows the proper New York address and the gun shows all matching numbers including the wedge. The barrel shows lots of bright original blue on lower flats with the balance showing more of an even brown patina with a little light oxidation staining. The cylinder shows over 90% of its original Naval engagement scene and also shows a pleasing and even smooth brown patina. The frame shows a very pleasing and even gray brown patina with all markings remain clear and legible. The brass gripstraps show a wonderful rich goldenrod patina with numerous light impact marks in the buttstrap. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good with 90% original varnish remaining, a well-done repair at the left heel and with wear and chipping around the outer periphery of the lower grip. The sides of the grip show a few light impact marks. A very handsome Colt Navy revolver. (1B10522-37) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #202621, .36 cal., 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a bright excellent bore with just a few tiny specks of oxidation. This revolver was built just post war in 1867 and r...moreemains in very nice condition. The barrel shows the proper New York address and the gun shows all matching numbers including the wedge. The barrel shows lots of bright original blue on lower flats with the balance showing more of an even brown patina with a little light oxidation staining. The cylinder shows over 90% of its original Naval engagement scene and also shows a pleasing and even smooth brown patina. The frame shows a very pleasing and even gray brown patina with all markings remain clear and legible. The brass gripstraps show a wonderful rich goldenrod patina with numerous light impact marks in the buttstrap. The one-piece walnut grip rates very good with 90% original varnish remaining, a well-done repair at the left heel and with wear and chipping around the outer periphery of the lower grip. The sides of the grip show a few light impact marks. A very handsome Colt Navy revolver. (1B10522-37) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)

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Colt London Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Colt London Model 1851 Navy Revolver

Lot # 13 (Sale Order: 13 of 545)      

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serial #41217, .36 cal., 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a good bore that shows considerable oxidation for the first several inches of bore with the balance being brighter with strong rifling. This 1856 production revolver features iron gripstraps with large triggerguard and shows the "ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON" barrel address. The revolver shows all matching numbers including the wedge and the cylinder scene remains fully visible. The barrel and cylinder show London proofs with the barrel showing traces of original blue in protected areas, with the balance showing a smooth brown patina, while the cylinder is a pleasing even brown patina overall. The barrel lug shows light impact marks in the area of the wedge. The frame shows faint traces of faded original color case-hardened finish with the balance showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The iron gripstraps show an even brown patina overall and remain smooth. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 90% plus original varnish remaining. The revolver cycles properly with positive locking. This is a very nice and completely honest London Navy. (1B10522-38) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #41217, .36 cal., 7 1/2" octagon barrel with a good bore that shows considerable oxidation for the first several inches of bore with the balance being brighter wit...moreh strong rifling. This 1856 production revolver features iron gripstraps with large triggerguard and shows the "ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON" barrel address. The revolver shows all matching numbers including the wedge and the cylinder scene remains fully visible. The barrel and cylinder show London proofs with the barrel showing traces of original blue in protected areas, with the balance showing a smooth brown patina, while the cylinder is a pleasing even brown patina overall. The barrel lug shows light impact marks in the area of the wedge. The frame shows faint traces of faded original color case-hardened finish with the balance showing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The iron gripstraps show an even brown patina overall and remain smooth. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 90% plus original varnish remaining. The revolver cycles properly with positive locking. This is a very nice and completely honest London Navy. (1B10522-38) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)

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Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver

Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver

Lot # 14 (Sale Order: 14 of 545)      

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serial #25417, .36 cal., 7 1/2" round barrel with a fair to good bore with dark grooves and brighter lands. This nice honest revolver with all matching numbers including wedge and grip and with tight fit to all components. The barrel shows about 15% thin original blue in protected areas with clear and legible address. The cylinder shows about 85% of its naval engagement scene and retains a pleasing even and smooth brown patina overall. The frame is very smooth with crisp markings and is an even brown overall. The brass gripstraps show a very even mellow patina with few if any dings in the surfaces. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with 95% original varnish (perhaps with a little added oil) remaining showing most loss around the outer periphery of the base and with just some light handling marks. This is a very nice and completely honest 1865 production Colt 1861 Navy revolver. (1B10522-47) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #25417, .36 cal., 7 1/2" round barrel with a fair to good bore with dark grooves and brighter lands. This nice honest revolver with all matching numbers including ...morewedge and grip and with tight fit to all components. The barrel shows about 15% thin original blue in protected areas with clear and legible address. The cylinder shows about 85% of its naval engagement scene and retains a pleasing even and smooth brown patina overall. The frame is very smooth with crisp markings and is an even brown overall. The brass gripstraps show a very even mellow patina with few if any dings in the surfaces. The one piece walnut grip rates excellent with 95% original varnish (perhaps with a little added oil) remaining showing most loss around the outer periphery of the base and with just some light handling marks. This is a very nice and completely honest 1865 production Colt 1861 Navy revolver. (1B10522-47) {ANTIQUE} [Richard L. "Dick" Goergen Collection] (2000/3000)

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Very Fine Winchester Model 1886 Special Order Takedown Rifle

Very Fine Winchester Model 1886 Special Order Takedown Rifle

Lot # 15 (Sale Order: 15 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #106988, 45-90 WCF, 26'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore showing a hint of faint frosting in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this lovely 1895-made rifle retain about 96% original blue showing some areas of mild thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a few light handling marks. The magazine tube shows some very thin circumferential marks from taking down but they are rather faint and unobtrusive. The nosecap, magazine hanger and takedown latch all retain about 95% original bright blue. The action retains about 92% original bright blue showing some high edge wear, a few tiny dings and light handling marks and the bottom metal thinning slightly to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The bolt retains 98% original blue while the hammer and lever show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the lever with some more noticeable muting to a mild silvery pewter. The crescent steel buttplate is a similar silvery pewter case-hardened patina and the loading gate retains most of its brilliant fire blue showing some expected edge wear. The upper tang screws show some light slot wear and all markings are intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish that shows some light wear along the forend, along with the expected sparsely scattered tiny dings and minor handling marks; the fit is excellent overall. The walnut is Winchester's ''extra finish'' commonly found on special order takedown rifles, but really it is arguably almost 1X grade as it shows some subtle but very attractive and evenly spaced tiger striping throughout the butt and the forend also shows some fine grain figure particularly nearer the tip. There are no assembly numbers so apparently Winchester did not think it was quite 1X. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman tang sight, standard sporting rear sight and a Lyman ivory bead front sight. The action seems to function well mechanically. This is a lovely rifle in an attractive configuration. (13C10483-98) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (6000/8000)
serial #106988, 45-90 WCF, 26'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore showing a hint of faint frosting in the grooves and crisp rifling throughout. ...moreThe barrel and magazine of this lovely 1895-made rifle retain about 96% original blue showing some areas of mild thinning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a few light handling marks. The magazine tube shows some very thin circumferential marks from taking down but they are rather faint and unobtrusive. The nosecap, magazine hanger and takedown latch all retain about 95% original bright blue. The action retains about 92% original bright blue showing some high edge wear, a few tiny dings and light handling marks and the bottom metal thinning slightly to a pleasant gray-brown patina. The bolt retains 98% original blue while the hammer and lever show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the lever with some more noticeable muting to a mild silvery pewter. The crescent steel buttplate is a similar silvery pewter case-hardened patina and the loading gate retains most of its brilliant fire blue showing some expected edge wear. The upper tang screws show some light slot wear and all markings are intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining about 95% original varnish that shows some light wear along the forend, along with the expected sparsely scattered tiny dings and minor handling marks; the fit is excellent overall. The walnut is Winchester's ''extra finish'' commonly found on special order takedown rifles, but really it is arguably almost 1X grade as it shows some subtle but very attractive and evenly spaced tiger striping throughout the butt and the forend also shows some fine grain figure particularly nearer the tip. There are no assembly numbers so apparently Winchester did not think it was quite 1X. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman tang sight, standard sporting rear sight and a Lyman ivory bead front sight. The action seems to function well mechanically. This is a lovely rifle in an attractive configuration. (13C10483-98) {ANTIQUE} [Perry White Collection] (6000/8000)

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Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine

Winchester Model 1892 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot # 16 (Sale Order: 16 of 545)      

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serial #441474, 32 WCF, 20'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright very fine to perhaps near excellent bore showing a few scattered pinprick pits and some faint frosting, with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1908-made carbine retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to some areas thinning and toning to gray-brown patina and a few minor pinprick pits and handling marks, mostly nearer the muzzle. The action retains about 94% original bright blue showing some mild thinning along the bottom metal and most of the loss due to some scattered small patches of old oxidation mostly along the high edges. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue while the hammer and lever show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The upper tang screws show some slot wear and the steel carbine buttplate shows generous original blue throughout. All markings are crisp and clear and the loading gate retains 98% brilliant fire blue. The smooth gumwood stocks remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original finish with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. Stock fit is excellent, the saddle ring is intact and the carbine is sighted with a Lyman tang sight, vacant rear dovetail and Lyman ivory bead front. The action seems to function well mechanically. (13C10483-77) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #441474, 32 WCF, 20'' round barrel with full magazine and a bright very fine to perhaps near excellent bore showing a few scattered pinprick pits and some faint fr...moreosting, with otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel and magazine of this 1908-made carbine retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to some areas thinning and toning to gray-brown patina and a few minor pinprick pits and handling marks, mostly nearer the muzzle. The action retains about 94% original bright blue showing some mild thinning along the bottom metal and most of the loss due to some scattered small patches of old oxidation mostly along the high edges. The bolt retains about 98% original bright blue while the hammer and lever show lovely vibrant case-hardened colors throughout. The upper tang screws show some slot wear and the steel carbine buttplate shows generous original blue throughout. All markings are crisp and clear and the loading gate retains 98% brilliant fire blue. The smooth gumwood stocks remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original finish with the expected scattered light dings and handling marks. Stock fit is excellent, the saddle ring is intact and the carbine is sighted with a Lyman tang sight, vacant rear dovetail and Lyman ivory bead front. The action seems to function well mechanically. (13C10483-77) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)

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Fine Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine

Fine Winchester Model 1894 Saddle Ring Carbine

Lot # 17 (Sale Order: 17 of 545)      

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serial #367800, 32 Winchester Special, 20'' round barrel with two-thirds magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this attractive 1907-made carbine retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to one area of cleaned light pitting that shows some thin scratches and is toning to gray, about 2'' behind the front sight. The action retains about 97% original bright blue showing some mild flaking to gray-brown along the bottom metal and a few scattered light handling marks along the left side. The bolt retains about 99% original blue and the hammer and lever show vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the right side of the triggerguard bow with a tiny spot of cleaned oxidation. The loading gate retains almost all of its brilliant fire blue, the barrel band about 97% bright blue and all markings are intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original finish, showing a handful of sparsely scattered tiny dings and light handling marks, one small ding a bit more noticeable on the right side below the comb. The carbine is equipped with checkered steel shotgun buttplate and stock fit is excellent. The ring has been removed from the left side though the stud is intact and the carbine is equipped with Winchester's express rear sight and small pinned German silver blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely little carbine in 32 Special. (13C10483-5) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)
serial #367800, 32 Winchester Special, 20'' round barrel with two-thirds magazine and a bright excellent bore. The barrel and magazine of this attractive 1907-made carbin...moree retain about 96% original blue with most of the loss due to one area of cleaned light pitting that shows some thin scratches and is toning to gray, about 2'' behind the front sight. The action retains about 97% original bright blue showing some mild flaking to gray-brown along the bottom metal and a few scattered light handling marks along the left side. The bolt retains about 99% original blue and the hammer and lever show vibrant case-hardened colors throughout, the right side of the triggerguard bow with a tiny spot of cleaned oxidation. The loading gate retains almost all of its brilliant fire blue, the barrel band about 97% bright blue and all markings are intact and crisp. The smooth walnut stocks remain in excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original finish, showing a handful of sparsely scattered tiny dings and light handling marks, one small ding a bit more noticeable on the right side below the comb. The carbine is equipped with checkered steel shotgun buttplate and stock fit is excellent. The ring has been removed from the left side though the stud is intact and the carbine is equipped with Winchester's express rear sight and small pinned German silver blade front. The action seems to function well mechanically. A lovely little carbine in 32 Special. (13C10483-5) {C&R} [Perry White Collection] (3000/5000)

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Exceptional Early Colt Government Model 1911 Civilian Pistol

Exceptional Early Colt Government Model 1911 Civilian Pistol

Lot # 18 (Sale Order: 18 of 545)      

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serial #C697, 45 ACP, 5'' unmarked Colt factory barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is an astonishing three-digit gun with nearly all of its bright polished blue and brilliant fire temper niter blue on the component parts. The slide and frame retain about 97% original bright charcoal oven blue with some wear on the high edges and contact points and some sparsely scattered light flaking to plum, the one detractor being a flaked area with some light pitting at the right side of slide at the muzzle. Trigger, hammer, safety, slide release, rear sight and magazine release all show brilliant pale blue niter blue, the right side of the magazine release toning somewhat. The diamond checkered walnut grips rate excellent (L) and very fine, with the right showing a number of chipped points between the diamonds and a small ding at front of top diamond, the left remains crisp, with the correct 15 lines between diamonds. The early three-digit serial number is correctly placed on the left of frame on the dustcover, the ''GOVERNMENT MODEL'' on the right opposite it. The barrel is unmarked, save for a partial letter ''N'' (off-struck) on the underside ahead of the lugs, there are no other markings evident as-is sometimes the case on these very early barrels, this marking identical to the barrel on serial #C777 which this house sold recently. Included with the gun is a single early style two-tone lanyard loop keyhole magazine without the indent at the right feed lip, the bright upper portion drifting to a tarnished pewter gray, but rating very fine overall. The recoil spring guide remains the early style with the sharp corners which mate up against the underside of the barrel rather than the later ''clipped corners'' style, the correct rounded top rear and scant blade front sight are in place and the recoil spring plug punched lip is the early rectangular style. The gun functions perfectly mechanically and is a beautiful example, the left side of frame and slide do show a couple light reassembly scratches but they do not detract from the beauty of this fine 1912-manufactured pistol. A wonderful example suitable for the finest collection of Colt pistols. (3G10761-43) {C&R} (15,000/20,000)

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Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Single Shot Rifle

Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Single Shot Rifle

Lot # 19 (Sale Order: 19 of 545)      

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serial #102675, 25-20 Single Shot, 30'' No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered small pits or oxidation speckles and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive 1906-made rifle retains about 92% original blue showing some sharp edge wear, light handling marks and scattered areas thinning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action also retains about 92% original bright blue showing some scattered light handling marks and most of the loss due to a flaked area along the top right edge and receiver ring that is toning to a smooth mild gray-brown. The hammer, breechblock and lever all retain strong vibrant case-hardened colors with the exterior surface of the lever muting to a pleasant smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina, the crescent buttplate also retaining some generous smoky colors. The rifle bears the expected Winchester ''WP'' factory proofs and all markings remain intact and strong. The smooth capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining about 95-96% original varnish showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stocks retain excellent fit throughout and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap also rates excellent. The lower tang shows assembly number ''845 CF'' and the end grain of the buttstock and inside toe of the buttplate show matching ''845''. The rifle is sighted with a very fine condition short range Vernier tang sight marked ''76'' on the underside, standard sporting rear sight and windgauge front sight with spirit level and aperture insert. The rifle is equipped with factory close-coupled double set triggers that seem to function well mechanically. This is a very fine later production High Wall rifle with strong condition that can no doubt still be enjoyed at the range. (13C10648-31) {C&R} (2000/3000)
serial #102675, 25-20 Single Shot, 30'' No. 3 weight octagon barrel with a bright very fine bore showing a few scattered small pits or oxidation speckles and otherwise cr...moreisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive 1906-made rifle retains about 92% original blue showing some sharp edge wear, light handling marks and scattered areas thinning to a pleasant mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action also retains about 92% original bright blue showing some scattered light handling marks and most of the loss due to a flaked area along the top right edge and receiver ring that is toning to a smooth mild gray-brown. The hammer, breechblock and lever all retain strong vibrant case-hardened colors with the exterior surface of the lever muting to a pleasant smoky gray and silvery case-hardened patina, the crescent buttplate also retaining some generous smoky colors. The rifle bears the expected Winchester ''WP'' factory proofs and all markings remain intact and strong. The smooth capped pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very fine condition retaining about 95-96% original varnish showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks. The stocks retain excellent fit throughout and the hard rubber pistolgrip cap also rates excellent. The lower tang shows assembly number ''845 CF'' and the end grain of the buttstock and inside toe of the buttplate show matching ''845''. The rifle is sighted with a very fine condition short range Vernier tang sight marked ''76'' on the underside, standard sporting rear sight and windgauge front sight with spirit level and aperture insert. The rifle is equipped with factory close-coupled double set triggers that seem to function well mechanically. This is a very fine later production High Wall rifle with strong condition that can no doubt still be enjoyed at the range. (13C10648-31) {C&R} (2000/3000)

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Winchester Model 1895 Flatside Lever Action Rifle

Winchester Model 1895 Flatside Lever Action Rifle

Lot # 20 (Sale Order: 20 of 545)      

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serial #2349, 30-40 Krag, 28'' round barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered mild pitting and oxidation in the grooves and otherwise strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1896-made rifle retains perhaps 75% original blue showing some scattered light freckling and thinning to gray-brown patina. There are a few small areas of light pitting along the barrel with one more noticeable area on the left side near the muzzle. The barrel retains nice two-line maker markings and proper ''30 U.S.'' cartridge designation. The action retains about 80% original bright blue showing some moderate high edge wear, scattered handling marks and some flaking to gray-brown, while the bolt retains about 90% original bright blue and the extractor shows pale fire blue. The magazine retains generous original blue toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina while the bottom appears to have been lightly cleaned to pewter. The hammer shows smoky case-hardening and the lever link retains crisp patent markings and retains almost all of its lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttplate is a little proud of the wood and the buttstock shows a few small minor cracks at the heel and upper tang. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and German silver blade front and the action is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome example of the desirable flatside 1895. (13C10574-39) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)
serial #2349, 30-40 Krag, 28'' round barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some scattered mild pitting and oxidation in the grooves and otherwise ...morestrong rifling throughout. The barrel of this 1896-made rifle retains perhaps 75% original blue showing some scattered light freckling and thinning to gray-brown patina. There are a few small areas of light pitting along the barrel with one more noticeable area on the left side near the muzzle. The barrel retains nice two-line maker markings and proper ''30 U.S.'' cartridge designation. The action retains about 80% original bright blue showing some moderate high edge wear, scattered handling marks and some flaking to gray-brown, while the bolt retains about 90% original bright blue and the extractor shows pale fire blue. The magazine retains generous original blue toning to a pleasant gray-brown patina while the bottom appears to have been lightly cleaned to pewter. The hammer shows smoky case-hardening and the lever link retains crisp patent markings and retains almost all of its lovely vibrant case-hardened colors. The smooth walnut buttstock and schnabel forend with ebony tip insert remain in very good plus condition showing mostly worn finish, some scattered light dings and handling marks. The buttplate is a little proud of the wood and the buttstock shows a few small minor cracks at the heel and upper tang. The rifle is sighted with standard sporting rear sight and German silver blade front and the action is smooth and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome example of the desirable flatside 1895. (13C10574-39) {ANTIQUE} (2500/3500)

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Colt Transitional U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol

Colt Transitional U.S. Model 1911 Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 21 (Sale Order: 21 of 545)      

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serial #707526, 45 ACP, 5'' Colt barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore which shows strong rifling but very light frosting in the grooves. This is a very handsome transitional model ''Improved Automatic Pistol''. The gun retains about 95-97% original blue, showing a bit of very light flaking to pewter on the frontstrap, light high edge wear and a small patch of freckling on the right sharp edge of the slide above the marking, which has resulted in some light and pinprick pitting. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very fine, each showing a few chipped or compressed points, with a bit of wear along the sharp lower edges, the left grip with a very small chip missing below the screw. The arm retains its long spur hammer and thin profile interim sights and comes with a nice two-tone magazine which rates very fine and is marked with an ''R'' on the floorplate extension (Risdon). The gun functions well mechanically and all of the markings remain crisp including Capt. Gordon's circled WTG inspector's marking. There is the lightest reassembly scratch just ahead of it, it is hardly worth the mention, and there are perhaps a few sparsely scattered singular freckles of oxidation here or there, again hardly worth a mention. This is a very lovely investment-grade Transitional Model pistol made in July 1924. (3C10761-37) {C&R} (4000/6000)
serial #707526, 45 ACP, 5'' Colt barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore which shows strong rifling but very light frosting in the grooves. This is a very h...moreandsome transitional model ''Improved Automatic Pistol''. The gun retains about 95-97% original blue, showing a bit of very light flaking to pewter on the frontstrap, light high edge wear and a small patch of freckling on the right sharp edge of the slide above the marking, which has resulted in some light and pinprick pitting. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very fine, each showing a few chipped or compressed points, with a bit of wear along the sharp lower edges, the left grip with a very small chip missing below the screw. The arm retains its long spur hammer and thin profile interim sights and comes with a nice two-tone magazine which rates very fine and is marked with an ''R'' on the floorplate extension (Risdon). The gun functions well mechanically and all of the markings remain crisp including Capt. Gordon's circled WTG inspector's marking. There is the lightest reassembly scratch just ahead of it, it is hardly worth the mention, and there are perhaps a few sparsely scattered singular freckles of oxidation here or there, again hardly worth a mention. This is a very lovely investment-grade Transitional Model pistol made in July 1924. (3C10761-37) {C&R} (4000/6000)

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Early Colt Commercial Model Ace Semi-Auto Pistol

Early Colt Commercial Model Ace Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 22 (Sale Order: 22 of 545)      

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serial #119, 22 LR, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue, the loss due to some high edge, contact point and frontstrap loss, the bright exposed portion of the barrel showing only light operational wear. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very good with some light compression or wear to the points, prominent along the bottom right edge and a 3/4'' relieved section beneath the plunger tube. Included with the gun is a single two-tone ''Colt/(ace in diamond logo)/22 LR'' marked magazine which rates very fine to near excellent. A rather interesting gun, the original box is included with the factory instruction sheet, Colt ''Special Instructions'' regarding cleaning and the original test target numbered to the gun. Amusingly there are two additional targets included all with very nice groups, but perhaps the original owner was having accuracy problems with the arm? One target reads ''original target sent with gun 7-31'', the next ''second target shot with new barrel 9/6/31'' and lastly ''third target shot with third barrel 4/7/33'', one can only surmise why there are three different targets with ''new barrels'', the original barrel clearly shot the best of all three, amusingly there is a small paper which may have been included for the owners benefit which reads ''Proper Ammunition for Colt Revolvers and Automatic Pistols'' which speaks of the dangers of using cheap or old ammunition and especially foreign ammunition. The box itself rates perhaps good, showing glued repairs and with portions of the lid edging missing. Really a rather nice little first-year Ace that will continue to improve in value but could still be enjoyed at the range and put through its paces. (3A10687-131) {C&R} (2500/4000)
serial #119, 22 LR, 4 3/4'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original blue, the loss due to some high edge, contact point and fron...moretstrap loss, the bright exposed portion of the barrel showing only light operational wear. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very good with some light compression or wear to the points, prominent along the bottom right edge and a 3/4'' relieved section beneath the plunger tube. Included with the gun is a single two-tone ''Colt/(ace in diamond logo)/22 LR'' marked magazine which rates very fine to near excellent. A rather interesting gun, the original box is included with the factory instruction sheet, Colt ''Special Instructions'' regarding cleaning and the original test target numbered to the gun. Amusingly there are two additional targets included all with very nice groups, but perhaps the original owner was having accuracy problems with the arm? One target reads ''original target sent with gun 7-31'', the next ''second target shot with new barrel 9/6/31'' and lastly ''third target shot with third barrel 4/7/33'', one can only surmise why there are three different targets with ''new barrels'', the original barrel clearly shot the best of all three, amusingly there is a small paper which may have been included for the owners benefit which reads ''Proper Ammunition for Colt Revolvers and Automatic Pistols'' which speaks of the dangers of using cheap or old ammunition and especially foreign ammunition. The box itself rates perhaps good, showing glued repairs and with portions of the lid edging missing. Really a rather nice little first-year Ace that will continue to improve in value but could still be enjoyed at the range and put through its paces. (3A10687-131) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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Colt Woodsman Match Target Semi-Auto Pistol

Colt Woodsman Match Target Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 23 (Sale Order: 23 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
Description Update 11/15/2022: Top of backstrap shows some very light oxidation freckling

serial #MT12410, 22 LR, 6 5/8'' slab-sided Match Target barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely Match Target Woodsman first series pistol with a very nice original box. The metal surfaces retain about 98 to near 99% original blue, the loss due only to light fading and perhaps a bit of very light high edge wear here or there, the muzzle remaining mostly bright. The checkered one piece walnut elephant ear grip with silver Rampant Colt medallions rates excellent with perhaps a few very light handling marks here or there that one must really search for. Included with the arm is a single blued magazine, correctly marked: ''Colt Woodsman/Cal. 22 LR/Match Target Mod''. The arm comes in its original purple paper covered-box, numbered to the gun on its underside with proper black with white print end labels, the original yellow hangtag for the latest Stevens adjustable rear sight, Colt's ''Shooting Suggestions'' pamphlet, the correct Colt Woodsman Match Target instruction sheet, showing a bit of staining and foxing, and the original test target which appears re-numbered to the gun and has broken in half from the years but is all present. There are some very superficial handling scratches near the muzzle, they do not breach the blue and are missed at first glance, two very small discolored spots on the right receiver flat and a few speckles of extremely light surface oxidation on the frame just above where the web of the hand would sit. Amusingly some former owner must've had a problem remembering his serial number because written beneath the penciled number, is antique ink pen writing which reads ''Stanley 12410/this is your number'', an arrow pointing to the penciled number at the edge of the box. A very nice first model Match Target woodsman destined to increase in value as the years pass. (310638-67) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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Colt Woodsman Sport Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Colt Woodsman Sport Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 24 (Sale Order: 24 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #115426, .22 LR, 4 1/2'' straight taper barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1937-manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition and features many of the original accessories. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue finish showing minor edge wear, a lightly cleaned spot of pitting on the left side of the slide, a tiny spot of pitting on the left frame below the barrel, and few minor handling marks. The fully checkered walnut grip panels rate excellent. This pistol features a fixed serrated ramp front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. The pistol includes the original factory maroon hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, single factory marked two-tone ten-round magazine, original test target serial numbered to the gun, tri-fold manual, and a ''Shooting Suggestions'' pamphlet. The bottom of the magazine is marked ''CAL.22 / COLT''. The box rates about very good with light to moderate edge wear, the left front corner of the lid is torn with moderate edge wear, and the printing on the interior remains crisp. The end label is excellent as is the surcharge added to the edge of the cover above it indicating barrel length and type of front sight. The target shows light soiling and a few minor tears in the fold but rates very good to excellent otherwise, the pamphlet rates excellent, and the manual is about excellent with a few minor tears on the edges at the folds. Overall, a lovely package for the collector with hard to find original accessories. (8B10759-32) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #115426, .22 LR, 4 1/2'' straight taper barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1937-manufactured pistol remains in excellent condition and features many of the...more original accessories. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue finish showing minor edge wear, a lightly cleaned spot of pitting on the left side of the slide, a tiny spot of pitting on the left frame below the barrel, and few minor handling marks. The fully checkered walnut grip panels rate excellent. This pistol features a fixed serrated ramp front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. The pistol includes the original factory maroon hinged box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, single factory marked two-tone ten-round magazine, original test target serial numbered to the gun, tri-fold manual, and a ''Shooting Suggestions'' pamphlet. The bottom of the magazine is marked ''CAL.22 / COLT''. The box rates about very good with light to moderate edge wear, the left front corner of the lid is torn with moderate edge wear, and the printing on the interior remains crisp. The end label is excellent as is the surcharge added to the edge of the cover above it indicating barrel length and type of front sight. The target shows light soiling and a few minor tears in the fold but rates very good to excellent otherwise, the pamphlet rates excellent, and the manual is about excellent with a few minor tears on the edges at the folds. Overall, a lovely package for the collector with hard to find original accessories. (8B10759-32) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Lovely Cased Webley WG Model 1889 Double Action Revolver

Lovely Cased Webley WG Model 1889 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 25 (Sale Order: 25 of 545)      

Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
serial #3734, 450 CF, 7 1/2'' barrel with a mostly bright good bore showing some scattered areas of light pitting throughout, some perhaps a bit more moderate, and otherwise good rifling. The metal surfaces of this fine and scarce Webley revolver retain about 96% original rich bright blue with most of the loss due to the gripstraps flaked and toning to a mild gray patina along with some some scattered edge wear, a few sparse pinprick pits and tiny flakes to pleasant gray brown patina. The hammer and finely checkered trigger remain mostly bright showing just a little mild gray-brown oxidation staining, the cylinder retainer and hinge screw show some pale straw color while the hinge pin retains some fine fire blue. These models feature the distinctive ''church steeple'' cylinder flutes and all markings are intact and crisp, the barrel rib with P. Webley & Son address and the left side frame with the W&S flying bullet logo. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching the revolver by assembly number and remain in excellent condition, the only evident wear being that that original varnish has mostly flaked away, still retaining a few streaks here and there. All of the numbered parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The revolver includes what is no doubt its original British case with brass clasps that remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and a few minor thin cracks along the exterior. The interior is lined in blue baize that shows some mild wear and the inside of the lid shows a small simple paper retailer label affixed ''J. & P. WARD / GUN MAKERS / HENFIELD''. The case provides a 30-round cartridge box and holds a fine ebony-handled turn screw, glass oil bottle, brass cleaning rod with jag attachment and key for the functioning lock. Acquired by Mr. Gaines from John Denner of Ottawa, Canada in 1985. A wonderful example of these imposing Webley revolvers, this variant made only for a few years. (13B10779-37) {ANTIQUE} [Alan Gaines Collection] (4000/6000)
serial #3734, 450 CF, 7 1/2'' barrel with a mostly bright good bore showing some scattered areas of light pitting throughout, some perhaps a bit more moderate, and otherw...moreise good rifling. The metal surfaces of this fine and scarce Webley revolver retain about 96% original rich bright blue with most of the loss due to the gripstraps flaked and toning to a mild gray patina along with some some scattered edge wear, a few sparse pinprick pits and tiny flakes to pleasant gray brown patina. The hammer and finely checkered trigger remain mostly bright showing just a little mild gray-brown oxidation staining, the cylinder retainer and hinge screw show some pale straw color while the hinge pin retains some fine fire blue. These models feature the distinctive ''church steeple'' cylinder flutes and all markings are intact and crisp, the barrel rib with P. Webley & Son address and the left side frame with the W&S flying bullet logo. The smooth walnut grips are stamp-numbered matching the revolver by assembly number and remain in excellent condition, the only evident wear being that that original varnish has mostly flaked away, still retaining a few streaks here and there. All of the numbered parts are matching by assembly number, barrel-to-frame fit is excellent and the action seems to function well mechanically with solid timing and lock-up. The revolver includes what is no doubt its original British case with brass clasps that remains in very fine condition showing some scattered light dings and a few minor thin cracks along the exterior. The interior is lined in blue baize that shows some mild wear and the inside of the lid shows a small simple paper retailer label affixed ''J. & P. WARD / GUN MAKERS / HENFIELD''. The case provides a 30-round cartridge box and holds a fine ebony-handled turn screw, glass oil bottle, brass cleaning rod with jag attachment and key for the functioning lock. Acquired by Mr. Gaines from John Denner of Ottawa, Canada in 1985. A wonderful example of these imposing Webley revolvers, this variant made only for a few years. (13B10779-37) {ANTIQUE} [Alan Gaines Collection] (4000/6000)

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