Auction No. 140 Session 2

Auction No. 140 Session 2

Sunday, November 19, 2023  |  9:00 AM Eastern
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Auction No. 140 Session 2

Auction No. 140 Session 2

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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1175 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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Brno Model ZKW465 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 1000 (Sale Order: 1 of 649)      

serial #37111, 22 Hornet, 23 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue, loss due to minor edge wear, the safety lever has toned to plum. The bolt body remains bright and is numbered “111” on the underside of the bolt. The checkered pistolgrip European walnut stock with schnabel forend remains in excellent condition with minor marks and blemishes. The rifle is sighted with a ramped front sight (minus the hood), three-leaf adjustable rear, and a Pecar 3x36 mm scope with post and crosshair reticle and clear optics has been mounted above the receiver. Rifle is equipped with double set trigger and a single factory magazine is included. An excellent BRNO Hornet Sporter rifle. (5A11317-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #37111, 22 Hornet, 23 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain 98% original blue, loss due to minor edge wear, the safety lever has tone...mored to plum. The bolt body remains bright and is numbered “111” on the underside of the bolt. The checkered pistolgrip European walnut stock with schnabel forend remains in excellent condition with minor marks and blemishes. The rifle is sighted with a ramped front sight (minus the hood), three-leaf adjustable rear, and a Pecar 3x36 mm scope with post and crosshair reticle and clear optics has been mounted above the receiver. Rifle is equipped with double set trigger and a single factory magazine is included. An excellent BRNO Hornet Sporter rifle. (5A11317-1) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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Sako Vixen Model Bolt Action Sporting Rifle

Lot # 1001 (Sale Order: 2 of 649)      

serial #60248, 222 Rem, 23 1/2” Bofors steel barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this L461-based sporter retain about 99% original 1blue and the body of the bolt is bright with the underside of the handle properly-numbered to the receiver. The rifle is not import-marked and the floorplate and triggerguard feature silver conifer branches and pinecones. The beautiful skipline-checkered hardwood Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and rosewood gripcap and forend tip with maple spacers rates about excellent with a few small shallow dents on the front of the grip and some scattered areas of light crazing in the finish. The gripcap features a maple fox head inlay. The sling swivels are intact and the action appears to function well mechanically. Mounted to the receiver is a Redfield 3-9x40mm scope with duplex reticle and bright excellent optics. The scope retains 99% original black anodized finish and is equipped with a magnification ring throw lever. (23A11229-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #60248, 222 Rem, 23 1/2” Bofors steel barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this L461-based sporter retain about 99% original 1blue and the bo...moredy of the bolt is bright with the underside of the handle properly-numbered to the receiver. The rifle is not import-marked and the floorplate and triggerguard feature silver conifer branches and pinecones. The beautiful skipline-checkered hardwood Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side cheekpiece and rosewood gripcap and forend tip with maple spacers rates about excellent with a few small shallow dents on the front of the grip and some scattered areas of light crazing in the finish. The gripcap features a maple fox head inlay. The sling swivels are intact and the action appears to function well mechanically. Mounted to the receiver is a Redfield 3-9x40mm scope with duplex reticle and bright excellent optics. The scope retains 99% original black anodized finish and is equipped with a magnification ring throw lever. (23A11229-3) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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Savage-Anschutz Model 54M Sporter Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 1002 (Sale Order: 3 of 649)      

serial #955635A, 22 Magnum, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a tiny freckle on the triggerguard tang, and the bolt is bright. The barrel and receiver markings are crisp with the barrel, receiver, and bolt showing a “3” in a triangle proof mark. The skipline checkered walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side semi-rollover cheekpiece, right hand palm swell, rosewood gripcap with white diamond inlay, and graceful schnabel tip, rates excellent plus with perhaps a faint handling mark or two. The original sights are intact, one factory 5-round magazine is included, and the action appears to function well mechanically. Included with this handsome rifle is a Redfield 4x34mm scope with crosshair reticle and bright excellent optics retaining about 99% original black anodized finish. A handsome example of these respected West German-produced sporting rifles. (23A11229-9) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #955635A, 22 Magnum, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue with a tiny freckle on the triggerguard tang, and t...morehe bolt is bright. The barrel and receiver markings are crisp with the barrel, receiver, and bolt showing a “3” in a triangle proof mark. The skipline checkered walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock with left side semi-rollover cheekpiece, right hand palm swell, rosewood gripcap with white diamond inlay, and graceful schnabel tip, rates excellent plus with perhaps a faint handling mark or two. The original sights are intact, one factory 5-round magazine is included, and the action appears to function well mechanically. Included with this handsome rifle is a Redfield 4x34mm scope with crosshair reticle and bright excellent optics retaining about 99% original black anodized finish. A handsome example of these respected West German-produced sporting rifles. (23A11229-9) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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Colt Government Model Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1003 (Sale Order: 4 of 649)      

Description Update 11-13-23: One very thin and fine scratch at rear of right side of slide
serial #70B21852, 45 ACP, 5” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely MK IV Series 70 pistol appears as-new in-the-box. The metal surfaces of this 1982-manufactured pistol retain about 99% original nickel plate. The fully checkered walnut factory grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate excellent. The trigger and grip screws are the only blued steel parts visible on the pistol. The pistol features a serrated ramp front sight, drift adjustable rear sight, Series 70 collet bushing, and it appears to function mechanically. This Government Model includes the original factory woodgrain box with Styrofoam insert that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, a single factory marked nickel plate seven-round magazine, manual, and paperwork. The box rates very good to excellent showing light edge wear and a small tear on one end of the top. A truly fine example of the Government Model in grand condition. (8A11237-36) {MODERN} (1500/2000)

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Desirable Heckler & Koch P7 PSP Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1004 (Sale Order: 5 of 649)      

Description Update 11-13-23: A bit of very fine oxidation in slide serrations
serial #19472, 9mm, 4 1/4” barrel with an excellent bore. This lovely 1981 proof dated pistol remains in superb condition and features the scarce factory hard chrome finish. This is an early Arlington, Virginia, marked P7 PSP with early European style protruding heel magazine release. The metal surfaces retain about 99% plus original hard chrome finish. The stippled synthetic factory grips are marked “HK P7” on the butt of the left panel and rate excellent. This gun features the P7 series “squeeze cocker”, three dot sights, and appears to function mechanically. It includes a single factory marked, hard chromed, eight-round magazine with removable floorplate. This gun has seen very little use and retains excellent condition. An extraordinary find for the P7 collector or enthusiast. (8B11237-34) {MODERN} (2500/4000)

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Desirable Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Lot # 1005 (Sale Order: 6 of 649)      

Description Update 11-13-23: Grip fit exhibits some play
serial #E43777, 357 Magnum, 2 1/2” ventilated rib full lug barrel with a very good bore showing fine scattered pitting near the muzzle, more moderate about mid-bore, with the remaining surfaces bright and the rifling crisp. This 1972-manufactured revolver retains about 99% original polished nickel plate showing one lightly cleaned oxidation stain behind one of the cylinder flutes, and light scattered handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full nickel plate. The checkered walnut factory service style grips rate very good to excellent showing light handling marks and a few compressed diamond points. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and it correctly times and locks up. Pythons with short barrels and nickel finish are a winning combination for collectors and enthusiasts. (8B11264-167) {C&R} [Mark Dunnavant Collection] (3500/5500)

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Colt Python Double Action Revolver

Lot # 1006 (Sale Order: 7 of 649)      

serial #90478, 357 Magnum, 4” ventilated rib full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This late 1960’s revolver shows light honest use and remains in excellent condition. This revolver retains about 98% original Colt royal blue showing light high edge wear, and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue with the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered walnut factory target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate very good to excellent. There is scattered light diamond point compression with worn finish on the left panel from the ejection process. These grips have the correct second type checkering pattern that ends just below the medallions in a gentle half-moon. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and correctly times and locks up. The four inch blue finish Python is a staple of the collector and popular with revolver enthusiasts. (8B11264-98) {C&R} [Mark Dunnavant Collection] (2000/3000)
serial #90478, 357 Magnum, 4” ventilated rib full lug barrel with an excellent bore. This late 1960’s revolver shows light honest use and remains in excellent condition. ...moreThis revolver retains about 98% original Colt royal blue showing light high edge wear, and a few insignificant handling marks. The service trigger and target hammer retain full blue with the sides of the hammer remain bright. The checkered walnut factory target grips feature gold Rampant Colt medallions and rate very good to excellent. There is scattered light diamond point compression with worn finish on the left panel from the ejection process. These grips have the correct second type checkering pattern that ends just below the medallions in a gentle half-moon. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, Colt Accro adjustable rear sight, and correctly times and locks up. The four inch blue finish Python is a staple of the collector and popular with revolver enthusiasts. (8B11264-98) {C&R} [Mark Dunnavant Collection] (2000/3000)

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U.S. M1 Garand Rifle By Harrington & Richardson

Lot # 1007 (Sale Order: 8 of 649)      

serial #5715235, 30-06, 24” 1-56 dated HRA barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a few scattered spots of pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 95-96% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light operational wear on the races, and scattered previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in excellent condition as likely arsenal refurbished with a softened light ding on the pistolgrip, just missing the circled “P” proof, and a few other light dings and handling marks, the left side of the stock showing a softened but easily legible 1/2” DoD acceptance proof; the forward handguard shows some attractive fiddleback grain figure. The receiver and barrel markings are intact, some of the barrel markings somewhat softened by refinishing, the right receiver leg is rework marked “RRAD / 11-64”, and all the parts appear appropriately “HRA” marked. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums and features a stamped triggerguard and 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is a Certificate of Authenticity from the CMP, serialized to this rifle and dated 22 February 1999. A lovely H&R Arms M1 Rifle refurbished in November 1964. (14A11093-78) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #5715235, 30-06, 24” 1-56 dated HRA barrel with a bright near excellent bore with a few scattered spots of pinprick pitting but strong rifling throughout. The meta...morel surfaces retain about 95-96% arsenal reapplied Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light operational wear on the races, and scattered previous pinprick pitting beneath the finish. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in excellent condition as likely arsenal refurbished with a softened light ding on the pistolgrip, just missing the circled “P” proof, and a few other light dings and handling marks, the left side of the stock showing a softened but easily legible 1/2” DoD acceptance proof; the forward handguard shows some attractive fiddleback grain figure. The receiver and barrel markings are intact, some of the barrel markings somewhat softened by refinishing, the right receiver leg is rework marked “RRAD / 11-64”, and all the parts appear appropriately “HRA” marked. The rifle retains the standard open sights with T105 rear sight drums and features a stamped triggerguard and 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is a Certificate of Authenticity from the CMP, serialized to this rifle and dated 22 February 1999. A lovely H&R Arms M1 Rifle refurbished in November 1964. (14A11093-78) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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U.S. M1 Garand Rifle By International Harvester

Lot # 1008 (Sale Order: 9 of 649)      

serial #5075395, 30-06, 24” 11-54 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore showing perhaps a small spot of oxidation about mid-bore, but with strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original Parkerized finish with some silvering on the high edges, some light operational wear, and a minor handling mark or two on the gas cylinder. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with an older added finish and showing a few scattered light dings and some minor handling marks, the heel of the butt deeply stamped “1 / 6 / 1”, with a softened 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp on the left and a more bold circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The “postage stamp” receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear and all marked parts are “IHC” stamped, including the T105 rear sight drums. The rifle retains the standard open sights, features a stamped triggerguard and 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is a CMP certificate of authenticity numbered to the rifle, dated to February 2000. A nice all-matching IHC-made M1 rifle. (14A11093-79) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #5075395, 30-06, 24” 11-54 dated LMR barrel with a bright excellent bore showing perhaps a small spot of oxidation about mid-bore, but with strong rifling througho...moreut. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original Parkerized finish with some silvering on the high edges, some light operational wear, and a minor handling mark or two on the gas cylinder. The pistolgrip walnut stock is in very good plus condition as lightly cleaned with an older added finish and showing a few scattered light dings and some minor handling marks, the heel of the butt deeply stamped “1 / 6 / 1”, with a softened 1/2” DoD acceptance stamp on the left and a more bold circled “P” inside the pistolgrip. The “postage stamp” receiver and barrel markings are intact and clear and all marked parts are “IHC” stamped, including the T105 rear sight drums. The rifle retains the standard open sights, features a stamped triggerguard and 2-slot gas cylinder screw, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is a CMP certificate of authenticity numbered to the rifle, dated to February 2000. A nice all-matching IHC-made M1 rifle. (14A11093-79) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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U.S. M1 Carbine By Inland Division

Lot # 1009 (Sale Order: 10 of 649)      

serial #6335481, 30 Carbine, 18” 44-dated Inland barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a speck or two of oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, areas thinning lightly and toning to gray, and a few light handling marks; the round bolt retains about 75% blue with light to more moderate operational wear. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in excellent condition as lightly cleaned and showing a touch of added oil finish, with a few light dings on the toeline and leftside of the stock, a light rub mark from sling hardware, and a light handling mark or two. The stock is clearly “H.I.” marked within the sling cut, the right side of the butt showing an exceptionally crisp Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the butt, and the 4-rivet handguard is properly “OI” stamped. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and all marked parts are of Inland origin. The carbine features a Type II barrel band, round bolt, push button safety, and a stamped adjustable rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. A fine later-war example of an Inland-made M1 carbine. (14A11263-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #6335481, 30 Carbine, 18” 44-dated Inland barrel with a bright excellent bore showing a speck or two of oxidation but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces...more retain about 95% original Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, areas thinning lightly and toning to gray, and a few light handling marks; the round bolt retains about 75% blue with light to more moderate operational wear. The low-wood oval-cut walnut stock is in excellent condition as lightly cleaned and showing a touch of added oil finish, with a few light dings on the toeline and leftside of the stock, a light rub mark from sling hardware, and a light handling mark or two. The stock is clearly “H.I.” marked within the sling cut, the right side of the butt showing an exceptionally crisp Ordnance Wheel on the right side of the butt, and the 4-rivet handguard is properly “OI” stamped. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp, and all marked parts are of Inland origin. The carbine features a Type II barrel band, round bolt, push button safety, and a stamped adjustable rear sight, and appears to function well mechanically. A fine later-war example of an Inland-made M1 carbine. (14A11263-3) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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U.S. M1A1 Carbine By Inland Division

Lot # 1010 (Sale Order: 11 of 649)      

serial #5165309, 30 Carbine, 18” 3-44 dated Inland Division barrel with a bright very good plus to near excellent bore with some scattered pinprick to light pitting nearer the muzzle, but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light toning to brown on the operating slide, and a few light handling marks. The low-wood pistolgrip paratrooper stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition with a few light impact marks on the forend from contact with the buttplate, a small flake on the right side of the recoil plate cover, and some scattered light dings and handling marks; the wire stock is intact with nearly all its Parkerized finish and the dark leather cheekpiece is in excellent condition. The stock is marked with a boxed “AAT” rework mark on the left, two deeply struck “P” on the front of the pistolgrip, an Ordnance Wheel and “RI” marked within the rough finish, and the buttplate shows the proper cast-in drawing number. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp and all marked parts are of Inland manufacture. The carbine features a flat bolt, Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, milled adjustable rear sight, and push-button safety. Included is a US-marked green canvas carry bag marked “HARIAN / 44” on the inside flap, remaining in overall excellent condition; no magazine is present. A fine condition M1A1, one’s like it used by our paratroopers in the Second World War. (14B11263-4) {C&R} (2500/4000)
serial #5165309, 30 Carbine, 18” 3-44 dated Inland Division barrel with a bright very good plus to near excellent bore with some scattered pinprick to light pitting neare...morer the muzzle, but strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 97% arsenal Parkerized finish with light wear on high edges and contact points, light toning to brown on the operating slide, and a few light handling marks. The low-wood pistolgrip paratrooper stock and 4-rivet handguard are in very good condition with a few light impact marks on the forend from contact with the buttplate, a small flake on the right side of the recoil plate cover, and some scattered light dings and handling marks; the wire stock is intact with nearly all its Parkerized finish and the dark leather cheekpiece is in excellent condition. The stock is marked with a boxed “AAT” rework mark on the left, two deeply struck “P” on the front of the pistolgrip, an Ordnance Wheel and “RI” marked within the rough finish, and the buttplate shows the proper cast-in drawing number. The receiver and barrel markings are intact and crisp and all marked parts are of Inland manufacture. The carbine features a flat bolt, Type III barrel band with bayonet lug, milled adjustable rear sight, and push-button safety. Included is a US-marked green canvas carry bag marked “HARIAN / 44” on the inside flap, remaining in overall excellent condition; no magazine is present. A fine condition M1A1, one’s like it used by our paratroopers in the Second World War. (14B11263-4) {C&R} (2500/4000)

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Scarce Ruger No. 1-S African Adventure Series “The Lion” Falling Block Rifle

Lot # 1011 (Sale Order: 12 of 649)      

serial #CB1-00130, 375 Ruger, 22” medium weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. In 2008 Ruger announced a new limited edition series of No. 1 rifles, titled the “Craig Boddington Ruger No. 1 African Adventure Series” in partnership with and after the famous big game hunter. Two hundred and fifty sets of five rifles would be made, all chambered for cartridges appropriate for African game, and named after the game for which they would be used. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original matte blue and the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition, the left side of the butt showing the beginning of some nice grain figure. The factory markings all remain crisp save for the Ruger banner atop the frame, the factory polishing softening the right edge. The rifle features a quarter rib, an express rear sight with a ramped white bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle and showing Craig Boddington and a lion on the top flap, a pair of Warne 1” rings, and manual. One of only 250 made, this rifle would make a fine addition to a Ruger collection. See the following lot for the matching No. 1 “Kudu” rifle. (14B11014-143) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
serial #CB1-00130, 375 Ruger, 22” medium weight barrel with a bright excellent bore. In 2008 Ruger announced a new limited edition series of No. 1 rifles, titled the “Cra...moreig Boddington Ruger No. 1 African Adventure Series” in partnership with and after the famous big game hunter. Two hundred and fifty sets of five rifles would be made, all chambered for cartridges appropriate for African game, and named after the game for which they would be used. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original matte blue and the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition, the left side of the butt showing the beginning of some nice grain figure. The factory markings all remain crisp save for the Ruger banner atop the frame, the factory polishing softening the right edge. The rifle features a quarter rib, an express rear sight with a ramped white bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle and showing Craig Boddington and a lion on the top flap, a pair of Warne 1” rings, and manual. One of only 250 made, this rifle would make a fine addition to a Ruger collection. See the following lot for the matching No. 1 “Kudu” rifle. (14B11014-143) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

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Scarce Ruger No. 1-S African Adventure Series “The Kudu” Falling Block Rifle

Lot # 1012 (Sale Order: 13 of 649)      

serial #CB3-00130, 300 H&H Magnum, 26” medium weight barrel with bright excellent bore. In 2008 Ruger announced a new limited edition series of No. 1 rifles, titled the “Craig Boddington Ruger No. 1 African Adventure Series” in partnership with and after the famous big game hunter. Two hundred and fifty sets of five rifles would be made, all chambered for cartridges appropriate for African game, and named after the game for which they would be used. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original matte blue and the breech remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition with only a tiny impression on the left side of the butt, only worth mentioning due to the otherwise unmarred condition, and both forend and buttstock show some attractive grain figure. The factory markings are intact and crisp. The rifle features a quarter rib, is sighted with an express rear sight and ramped white bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the gun and showing Craig Boddington and a Kudu on the top flap, a pair of Warne 1” rings, and the manual. A lovely rifle in a powerful cartridge, only 250 of which were made. See the preceding lot for the matching No. 1 “Lion” rifle. (14B11014-142) {MODERN} (1200/1800)
serial #CB3-00130, 300 H&H Magnum, 26” medium weight barrel with bright excellent bore. In 2008 Ruger announced a new limited edition series of No. 1 rifles, titled the “...moreCraig Boddington Ruger No. 1 African Adventure Series” in partnership with and after the famous big game hunter. Two hundred and fifty sets of five rifles would be made, all chambered for cartridges appropriate for African game, and named after the game for which they would be used. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original matte blue and the breech remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip Circassian walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition with only a tiny impression on the left side of the butt, only worth mentioning due to the otherwise unmarred condition, and both forend and buttstock show some attractive grain figure. The factory markings are intact and crisp. The rifle features a quarter rib, is sighted with an express rear sight and ramped white bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the gun and showing Craig Boddington and a Kudu on the top flap, a pair of Warne 1” rings, and the manual. A lovely rifle in a powerful cartridge, only 250 of which were made. See the preceding lot for the matching No. 1 “Lion” rifle. (14B11014-142) {MODERN} (1200/1800)

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Scarce Ruger No. 1-A Light Sporter Falling Block Rifle

Lot # 1013 (Sale Order: 14 of 649)      

serial #134-31810, 303 British, 22” lightweight barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new rifle retains about 99% original blue with the front sight base and lever toning to plum under bright light, the lever greater than the front sight base, and a few spots of mild discoloration on the underside of the frame; the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition. The rifle features a quarter rib, a flip-up white diamond rear sight and a ramped brass bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of Ruger rings, sling swivels, and the manual. A classy rifle in a classic caliber. (14B11014-136) {MODERN} (1800/2200)
serial #134-31810, 303 British, 22” lightweight barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this as-new rifle retains about 99% original blue with the fron...moret sight base and lever toning to plum under bright light, the lever greater than the front sight base, and a few spots of mild discoloration on the underside of the frame; the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition. The rifle features a quarter rib, a flip-up white diamond rear sight and a ramped brass bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the gun, a pair of Ruger rings, sling swivels, and the manual. A classy rifle in a classic caliber. (14B11014-136) {MODERN} (1800/2200)

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Ruger No. 1-H Tropical Falling Block Rifle

Lot # 1014 (Sale Order: 15 of 649)      

serial #134-22154, 450/400 N.E. 3”, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original blue, the receiver beginning to tone lightly plum under bright light, and the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition with nary a handling mark. The rifle features a quarter-rib, a flip-up white diamond rear sight and a ramped brass bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle, a pair of Ruger rings, a lock, and manual. An excellent falling block rifle for your big game needs. (14A11014-155) {MODERN} (1000/1500)
serial #134-22154, 450/400 N.E. 3”, 24” barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this new-in-box rifle retain 99% plus original blue, the receiver begin...morening to tone lightly plum under bright light, and the breechblock remains bright. The checkered capped pistolgrip walnut stock and Alexander Henry forend are in excellent condition with nary a handling mark. The rifle features a quarter-rib, a flip-up white diamond rear sight and a ramped brass bead front sight, and appears to function well mechanically. Included is the factory box, end labeled and numbered to the rifle, a pair of Ruger rings, a lock, and manual. An excellent falling block rifle for your big game needs. (14A11014-155) {MODERN} (1000/1500)

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Excellent Ruger Hawkeye Single Shot Pistol

Lot # 1015 (Sale Order: 16 of 649)      

serial #447, 256 Winchester Magnum, 8 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This was a short-lived model with only about 3,037 units shipped in a two-year period making them scarce and desirable. This lovely 1963-manufactured Variation 5 Hawkey appears as new and retains wonderful conditioning. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finishes. The smooth walnut factory grips feature black Ruger Phoenix medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, factory aluminum adjustable rear sight, spring loaded breech block detent, steel ejector rod housing, it is factory drilled and tapped for optics, and appears to function mechanically. This beautiful gun includes the original red and black factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box and accessories rate excellent. This is about as fine a Hawkeye as you will find. It would be a wonderful acquisition for the advance collector. (8B11313-44) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #447, 256 Winchester Magnum, 8 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This was a short-lived model with only about 3,037 units shipped in a two-year period maki...moreng them scarce and desirable. This lovely 1963-manufactured Variation 5 Hawkey appears as new and retains wonderful conditioning. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue and anodized finishes. The smooth walnut factory grips feature black Ruger Phoenix medallions and rate excellent. This gun features a serrated ramp front sight, factory aluminum adjustable rear sight, spring loaded breech block detent, steel ejector rod housing, it is factory drilled and tapped for optics, and appears to function mechanically. This beautiful gun includes the original red and black factory two-piece box that is correctly end labeled and numbered to the gun, manual, and paperwork. The box and accessories rate excellent. This is about as fine a Hawkeye as you will find. It would be a wonderful acquisition for the advance collector. (8B11313-44) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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Excellent High Standard Supermatic Trophy Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1016 (Sale Order: 17 of 649)      

serial #1014854, 22 LR, 10” tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely slant grip Model 102 “Space Gun” has the desirable long barrel with accessories. The pistol retains about 99% original high polish blue with a few tiny handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate excellent. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, serrated grip frame, and appears to function mechanically. This fine pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. An excellent Supermatic Trophy showing minimal use. (8B11229-78) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #1014854, 22 LR, 10” tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely slant grip Model 102 “Space Gun” has the desirable long barrel with accessories. The ...morepistol retains about 99% original high polish blue with a few tiny handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate excellent. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, serrated grip frame, and appears to function mechanically. This fine pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. An excellent Supermatic Trophy showing minimal use. (8B11229-78) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Superb Smith & Wesson Model 29 Double Action Revolver

Lot # 1017 (Sale Order: 18 of 649)      

serial #S184746, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful four-screw revolver is as-new in-the-box and remains in wonderful condition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing only a very light turn ring on the recessed cylinder. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The grips are factory diamond checkered goncalo alves “coke bottle” target grips featuring silver S&W medallions, ejector rod cut, and they remain in outstanding condition. This revolver features a red insert ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and it appears to function mechanically. This fine revolver includes the original navy blue leatherette covered presentation case that remains in stupendous condition and includes a knurled aluminum handled factory screwdriver, cleaning rod, bore mop, warranty card with notes, and a magazine article. A tremendous find for the advanced collector. (8B11249-5) {C&R} (3000/5000)
serial #S184746, 44 Magnum, 6 1/2” pinned heavy barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful four-screw revolver is as-new in-the-box and remains in wonderful cond...moreition. The metal surfaces retain about 99% original blue showing only a very light turn ring on the recessed cylinder. The .500” target trigger and .500” target hammer retain beautiful swirls of case-hardened colors. The grips are factory diamond checkered goncalo alves “coke bottle” target grips featuring silver S&W medallions, ejector rod cut, and they remain in outstanding condition. This revolver features a red insert ramp front sight, white outline micro adjustable rear sight, and it appears to function mechanically. This fine revolver includes the original navy blue leatherette covered presentation case that remains in stupendous condition and includes a knurled aluminum handled factory screwdriver, cleaning rod, bore mop, warranty card with notes, and a magazine article. A tremendous find for the advanced collector. (8B11249-5) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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High Standard Olympic Citation Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1018 (Sale Order: 19 of 649)      

serial #900337, 22 Short , 8” tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. This scarce variation of the slant grip Model 102 pistol has seen honest use but remains in excellent condition. The pistol retains about 96% original high polish blue most of the loss to wear on the straps in addition to few insignificant handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate very good to excellent showing a couple of small dings on the right panel. This gun has the early “OLYMPIC CITATION” marking on the frame. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, serrated grip frame, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, and appears to function mechanically. This fine pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A fine Olympic featuring early markings and desirable features. (8B11229-158) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #900337, 22 Short , 8” tapered barrel with a bright excellent bore. This scarce variation of the slant grip Model 102 pistol has seen honest use but remains in exc...moreellent condition. The pistol retains about 96% original high polish blue most of the loss to wear on the straps in addition to few insignificant handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate very good to excellent showing a couple of small dings on the right panel. This gun has the early “OLYMPIC CITATION” marking on the frame. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, barrel mounted adjustable rear sight, serrated grip frame, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, and appears to function mechanically. This fine pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A fine Olympic featuring early markings and desirable features. (8B11229-158) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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High Standard Supermatic Trophy Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1019 (Sale Order: 20 of 649)      

serial #1371424, 22 LR, 7 1/4” fluted barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful slant grip Model 104 has seen minimal use and remains in grand condition. This pistol retains about 99% original high polish blue with a few minor handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate excellent. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, slide mounted adjustable rear sight, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, overtravel stop on the trigger, serrated grip frame, and appears to function mechanically. The pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A superb example for the collector or shooter. (8B11229-41) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #1371424, 22 LR, 7 1/4” fluted barrel with a bright excellent bore. This beautiful slant grip Model 104 has seen minimal use and remains in grand condition. This p...moreistol retains about 99% original high polish blue with a few minor handling marks. The gold plate on the trigger and safety rate excellent. The checkered walnut factory thumb rest grips feature gold High Standard medallions and rate excellent. This pistol features a Patridge front sight, slide mounted adjustable rear sight, one-each large and small barrel weights, muzzle stabilizer, overtravel stop on the trigger, serrated grip frame, and appears to function mechanically. The pistol includes a single factory marked ten-round magazine. A superb example for the collector or shooter. (8B11229-41) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Rare Browning Challenger Renaissance Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1020 (Sale Order: 21 of 649)      

serial #47697U72, 22 LR, 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. There were only 437 Renaissance Challenger pistols made, and just 121 with 4 1/2” barrels, this pistol is an excellent example. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original satin nickel with a small spot of flaking in the clear coat on the right side of the muzzle and the serrated trigger retains all of its original gold plate. The Renaissance engraving consists of foliate scroll and punch-dot shading on the frame and slide and fine line engraving running along the bottom of the undercut serrated front sight base. The checkered walnut one piece grip is excellent with the foliate scroll pattern continued at the top, the checkering with circle pattern border wrapping around the back and the smooth sections having a deep rich gloss finish. Included are a single factory magazine and zippered pistol rug. An excellent example of these scarce attractive Browning pistols. (5A11229-76) {C&R} (2500/3500)
serial #47697U72, 22 LR, 4 1/2” barrel with a bright excellent bore. There were only 437 Renaissance Challenger pistols made, and just 121 with 4 1/2” barrels, this pisto...morel is an excellent example. The metal surfaces retain 98-99% original satin nickel with a small spot of flaking in the clear coat on the right side of the muzzle and the serrated trigger retains all of its original gold plate. The Renaissance engraving consists of foliate scroll and punch-dot shading on the frame and slide and fine line engraving running along the bottom of the undercut serrated front sight base. The checkered walnut one piece grip is excellent with the foliate scroll pattern continued at the top, the checkering with circle pattern border wrapping around the back and the smooth sections having a deep rich gloss finish. Included are a single factory magazine and zippered pistol rug. An excellent example of these scarce attractive Browning pistols. (5A11229-76) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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Rare Browning Challenger Gold Line Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1021 (Sale Order: 22 of 649)      

serial #7506U2, 22 LR, 6 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely 1962-made pistol and is one of only 146 guns produced with 6 3/4” barrels. The metal surfaces retain 99% plus original blue, the barrel, slide and frame have been factory embellished with gold inlaid borders and the serrated trigger retains equal gold plate. The checkered walnut wraparound grips remain in excellent condition with a couple minute handling marks and specks of flaking along the edges of the butt. Included are a single factory magazine and zippered pistol rug. A rare opportunity to own one of these scarce Browning pistols. (5A11229-75) {C&R} (2500/3500)
serial #7506U2, 22 LR, 6 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely 1962-made pistol and is one of only 146 guns produced with 6 3/4” barrels. The metal s...moreurfaces retain 99% plus original blue, the barrel, slide and frame have been factory embellished with gold inlaid borders and the serrated trigger retains equal gold plate. The checkered walnut wraparound grips remain in excellent condition with a couple minute handling marks and specks of flaking along the edges of the butt. Included are a single factory magazine and zippered pistol rug. A rare opportunity to own one of these scarce Browning pistols. (5A11229-75) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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Browning Medalist Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 1022 (Sale Order: 23 of 649)      

serial #134845T9, 22 LR, 6 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely 1969-made pistol, the metal surfaces retaining 99% plus original blue with equal gold plate remaining on the trigger. The checkered walnut thumb rest grips and schnabel remains in excellent condition with one tiny pinpoint nick in the front left edge of the forend. Included with pistol is a factory locking black leatherette hard case with red felt lining with minor staining, three barrel weights, barrel weight hanger, combination tool, cartridge block and manual. The key and case deflector are missing. This pistol has seen minimal use and would be a great acquisition for the collector or shooter. (5A11229-48) {C&R} (1200/1800)
serial #134845T9, 22 LR, 6 3/4” barrel with a bright excellent bore. This is a lovely 1969-made pistol, the metal surfaces retaining 99% plus original blue with equal gol...mored plate remaining on the trigger. The checkered walnut thumb rest grips and schnabel remains in excellent condition with one tiny pinpoint nick in the front left edge of the forend. Included with pistol is a factory locking black leatherette hard case with red felt lining with minor staining, three barrel weights, barrel weight hanger, combination tool, cartridge block and manual. The key and case deflector are missing. This pistol has seen minimal use and would be a great acquisition for the collector or shooter. (5A11229-48) {C&R} (1200/1800)

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Fine Harrington & Richardson USRA Single Shot Target Pistol With Case & Rare 7” Barrel

Lot # 1023 (Sale Order: 24 of 649)      

serial #1860, 22 LR, 7” modified keyhole barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely pistol retains about 98% original bright blue showing a little subtle muzzle wear and light handling marks visible mostly under bright light. The grooved trigger and sides of the hammer remain polished brilliant, the back surface of the hammer with some subtle case-hardened colors, and all markings remain crisp. The checkered deluxe walnut No. 5 target grip remains in excellent condition showing a few scattered light handling marks, crisp points and attractive grain figure throughout. Equipped with factory square-notch rear sight and under-cut Patridge blade front, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The pistol includes an older made black textured leatherette-covered case that shows some small tears and flakes along the exterior. It is equipped with nickel-plated hardware and the interior is lined in red felt in excellent condition. An excellent example of these desirable single shot pistols in a rare configuration. (13B11319-37) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1000/1500)
serial #1860, 22 LR, 7” modified keyhole barrel with a bright excellent bore. This lovely pistol retains about 98% original bright blue showing a little subtle muzzle wea...morer and light handling marks visible mostly under bright light. The grooved trigger and sides of the hammer remain polished brilliant, the back surface of the hammer with some subtle case-hardened colors, and all markings remain crisp. The checkered deluxe walnut No. 5 target grip remains in excellent condition showing a few scattered light handling marks, crisp points and attractive grain figure throughout. Equipped with factory square-notch rear sight and under-cut Patridge blade front, barrel-to-frame fit is solid and the action seems to function well mechanically. The pistol includes an older made black textured leatherette-covered case that shows some small tears and flakes along the exterior. It is equipped with nickel-plated hardware and the interior is lined in red felt in excellent condition. An excellent example of these desirable single shot pistols in a rare configuration. (13B11319-37) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1000/1500)

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Excellent Harrington & Richardson 410 Double Hammergun

Lot # 1024 (Sale Order: 25 of 649)      

serial #1712, 410 bore (2 1/2”), 26” barrels choked improved cylinder in both with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this lovely little hammergun retain about 97% original blue with most of the loss due to a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits and some mild handling marks. The barrel rib is grooved and shows “410” marking while the triggerguard retains about 97% original bright blue showing a little mild flaking. The action and lockplates retain about 98% original deep cyanide case-hardened colors muting very slightly along some of the edges, the left lockplate with crisp maker markings and patent dates. The checkered semi-pistolgrip stock and forend are an attractive light maple and remain in excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original varnish and showing just a few minor handling marks. The original H&R hard rubber buttplate is intact providing a 13 7/8” length-of-pull. Sighted with brass bead front sight, the locks with rebounding hammers seem to function well mechanically and the barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever right of center. A very fine 410 bore hammergun in near-new condition. (13B11319-21) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)
serial #1712, 410 bore (2 1/2”), 26” barrels choked improved cylinder in both with bright excellent bores. The barrels of this lovely little hammergun retain about 97% or...moreiginal blue with most of the loss due to a few sparsely scattered pinprick pits and some mild handling marks. The barrel rib is grooved and shows “410” marking while the triggerguard retains about 97% original bright blue showing a little mild flaking. The action and lockplates retain about 98% original deep cyanide case-hardened colors muting very slightly along some of the edges, the left lockplate with crisp maker markings and patent dates. The checkered semi-pistolgrip stock and forend are an attractive light maple and remain in excellent condition retaining essentially all of their original varnish and showing just a few minor handling marks. The original H&R hard rubber buttplate is intact providing a 13 7/8” length-of-pull. Sighted with brass bead front sight, the locks with rebounding hammers seem to function well mechanically and the barrels lock-up solid on-face with top lever right of center. A very fine 410 bore hammergun in near-new condition. (13B11319-21) {C&R} [The Richard Littlefield H&R Collection] (1200/1800)

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