Cal. 44. S# 78. The 1st Henry Rifles were made with iron frames in a total production estimated 225-250, there are 98 survivors documented S# 1 to highest S# 355. 355 iron frames were not made as brass guns in same configurations are interspersed. All early iron & brass up to about S# 400 have characteristic features including adjustable rear ladder sight, German silver inset blade front sight, earliest two line address with small fonts with mixed serif and san-serif fonts, measuring about 2.5" in length on 24" octagonal barrel with integral full length magazine sleeve, straight grain walnut stock with correct large .92" diameter mortised cleaning rod chamber with extra shallow groove required for space for the largest early four piece wood and metal cleaning rod sets, factory sling swivel and sling bar on left side. George Madis, wrote a very detailed 4-page letter of authentication which a copy accompanies rifle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: George Madis (Winchester authority) letter of authenticity 2003; James Julia auction paid invoice, lot 1082, 10-17-2013, small research file. CONDITION: very good overall, dark toned metal, serial numbers match throughout including frame tang, barrel, stock, buttplate, & all 5 buttplate & tang screws. Matching assembly marks found on barrel and rotating loading sleeve. Barrel address is mostly discernible though light. The 900-yard sight is replacement; the front blade is original and trimmed probably for better sighting profile. Good crisp six groove rifled bore. Stock is tight and well fit, nicely refinished with small crack repair rear of tang at comb. Madis notes "minor repairs" to tangs internally but I did not observe them. Mechanics are fine. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2013. (01-29647/JS). ANTIQUE. $50,000-70,000.

Cal. 44. S# 3113. Standard configuration for all early martial Henry rifles, 4th variation Henry rifle made in 1863. 4th variation serial range about 3000-5000, with early DC cavalry guns all found in range 3001-3999 where this gun falls. inspection "CGC" (Charles G. Chapman) inspection on barrel and "H" inspection on both sides of frame and right side of butt plate near top. The stock has faint outline of "CGC" cartouche on right side, earliest rounded butt plate with 7/8" wide trap door, .9" hole bored in butt stock to accept 4 piece wooden cleaning rod, lever latch on lower receiver tang and latch flange on rear of lever, has a milled flat along the magazine follower slot in lower front of receiver, large magazine follower with 5/8" wide finger tab, small .095 diameter trigger retaining pin, square back front sight blade, slanted profile to stock comb, straight profile to lower edge of stock, earliest two line address with small fonts with mixed serif and san-serif fonts, measuring about 2.5" in length on 24" octagonal barrel with integral full length magazine sleeve, sight dovetail milled in barrel only, six groove rifling, 900 yard rear sight with no slide stop screw. Matching serial numbers stamped on following parts: barrel behind rear sight dovetail, left side of lower receiver tang, top receiver tang channel in butt stock, inside bottom edge of butt plate, both buttplate flat head screws. Matching assembly numbers stamped on rounded portion of barrel under loading sleeve and on rear edge of loading sleeve. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correspondence concerning broken stock in shipment, including comments & evaluation from Norm Flayderman, receipt from master gunsmith Larry Smith who repaired stock. CONDITION: very good overall, original throughout. Mottled smooth plum/brown patina to barrel, brass toned with spotted patina. Markings all discernible. The stock has been professionally repaired in 2012 when it was damaged in shipping from Bill Gary to Dave Berenson. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. This rifle was new to database and makes total of 317 known surviving early martials; this example even with repaired stock is among the top 40-50% for condition and completeness. PROVENANCE: Bill Gary collection; Dave Berenson estate collection 2012. (01-29648/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-30,000.

Cal 41. S# 47. Rare configuration with 21" octagonal barrel, integral spring loaded full length loading tube, "NEW HAVEN CONN PATENT FEB 14 1854" stamped on top flat. Brass frame & buttplate, high polish varnished walnut butt stock. These peculiar "rocket ball" precursors to Henry rifles were made 1857-1860. This attractive survivor is very well preserved with most of its original factory finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: bill of sale & letter of authenticity Dave Condon 1992. CONDITION: fine to excellent overall, "as found", barrel and magazine tube retain 80-90% thinning blue with scattered areas of staining and small patches of light pitting, brass is smooth with light mustard patina, stock retains virtually all its original high gloss "piano finish" varnish. Mechanics excellent, shiny rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Doug Jahnke, Fargo ND collection; Dave Berenson estate collection 1992. (01-29650/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-25,000.

Cal. 44. S# 2778. There are 11 rifles known purchased by US government before the 1st DC contracted and inspected guns in serial range 2055-2826, these guns are listed by serial number in VRC (Veteran Reserve Corps records as issued). Early Henry S# 1000-3000 were very popular with any soldier who could afford one, many in this range saw Civil War service. Regardless this rifle saw service, it is a good 3rd variation which spans serial range about 1500–3000. Rounded 1st type butt plate with 7/8" wide trap door, 29/32" hole bored in butt stock to accept 4 piece wooden cleaning rod, has lever latch on lower receiver tang and latch flange on rear of lever, magazine follower with 5/8" diameter finger tab which started about S# 1900, (.5" previously), small .095 diameter trigger retaining pin, square back front sight blade, slanted profile to stock comb, "Henry bump" on left side of stock though barely discerned as stock refinished, early 2.6" mixed serif & non-serif address, six groove rifling, sight dovetails milled in both barrel and receiver, long range ladder sight is missing, replaced with small fixed notch sight, sling swivels on left side. Matching S#s stamped on following parts: barrel behind rear sight dovetail, left side of lower receiver tang, top receiver tang channel in butt stock, inside bottom edge of butt plate, shanks of both butt plate screws, all three tang screws are replaced and not numbered. Matching assembly number "370" on barrel & rear edge of loading sleeve. CONDITION: good to very good overall, good markings, brass has mostly smooth toned patina, iron has gray patina, tang screws replaced as noted and top forward tang screw does not bind, sling swivel on barrel is modified, stock refinished with slivers missing where abutting frame. Mechanics function, good rifled bore. (01-30249/JS). ANTIQUE. $14,000-18,000.

Cal 44. S# 10990.This is an honest complete & original 5th variation which encompasses the approximate serial number range of 5,000–12,910. Characteristics of the 1865 manufactured rifle include a pointed 2nd type butt plate with .75" trap door and a .65" hole bored in the butt stock to accept the 4-piece iron cleaning rod. Correct late .125" trigger retaining pin, lever latch on lower receiver tang and latch flange on rear of lever, has a milled flat along the magazine follower slot in lower front of receiver, large magazine follower with 5/8" wide finger tab, full uncut square back German silver blade front sight, slanted profile to stock comb, Henry factory sling swivels mounted on left side, large 3.25" all serif bbl address, sight dovetail milled in bbl only, 6-groove rifling. Serial number is stamped on the barrel behind the rear sight dovetail, left side of lower receiver tang, top receiver tang channel in butt stock, inside bottom edge of butt plate and a "punch dot" inspection stamped rear of latch on tang. 900 yard rear sight with slide stop screw at top is reproduction. Matching assembly numbers are stamped on the rounded portion of bbl under loading sleeve and on the rear edge of loading sleeve, though we did disassemble to view them. This rifle has "as found" appearance. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, brass has smooth patina with some light scratching & denting, barrel uncleaned, dark overall plum patina & pitting, markings all very good. Sound well fit stock with uncleaned hand worn patina, scattered cosmetic scratches, dings, & dents. Mechanically fine, tip of lever is shortened 1/8" so latch barely engages, good rifled bore with pitting. (01-30289/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-18,000.

HENRY RIFLE. Cal. 44 CF. S# 27. Bbl. 24 3/8". Fascinating, high quality modern day production iron frame Henry rifle built to spec based on the original iron frame Henry at a fraction of the cost of an original. Top bbl flat marked with Henry Patent information. German silver blade front sight with flip-up ladder rear graduated to 800 yards. Right side of bbl and frame stamped "H". Bottom of lower tang stamped "H". Nicely figured walnut buttstock with sharp heel buttplate. Buttplate and screws are unnumbered. CONDITION: bbl blue is fading to gray with traces of original blue at rear near action. Frame shows mild to moderate staining. Buttstock shows a few scattered dents and impressions. Top of buttplate is slightly proud of wood. Bright shiny bore with crisp rifling. (26-3504/BH). MODERN. $10,000-15,000.

INSCRIBED HENRY RIFLE OF JOHN H. MCFARLAND, INDIANA VOLUNTEERS. Cal 44. S# 10073. This is the highest serial number on a Henry that I am aware inscribed to a Civil War soldier who joined his last regiment, 151st Indiana Volunteers on May 16th of 1865 and mustered out in December 1865, which would be absolutely correct for this mid 1865 manufactured gun. He served previously in 31st & 115th Indiana regiments. The engraving and inscription appear impeccable with similar style Mexican eagle & snake motif found on some early model 1866 Winchesters. Unfortunately rifle has been replated and it's original barrel has been refinished with new engraved address and serial number, but the gun is original.John Henry McFarland (1840-1877) had long Civil War service, all with Indiana. He is buried where he grew up in Round Hill Cemetery. The silver plate in stock "Lt. Col. A. H. Franklin / His Gun / 44 Henry" is later and unknown history, but possibly placed when gun was replated. CONDITION: good to very good overall as restored, matching serial numbers found on upper tang, stock, and buttplate. The serial number on heavily buffed & refinished barrel is restored as is the engraved address. Barrel does have matching assembly numbers stamped on rounded portion of barrel under loading sleeve and on rear edge of loading sleeve, front sight blade is replaced, rear 900 yard Henry sight is reproduction. Sling swivel plate in stock is missing sling stud. Stock has old refinish & longitudinal crack that was tightened with old screw on belly. Mechanics functional, worn & dark 5-land & groove rifled bore. (01-26374/JS). ANTIQUE. $9,000-14,000.

HENRY RIFLE, "KENTUCKY VOLUNTEERS". Cal. 44. S# 11198. This Henry has an original frame, barrel, and buttplate, the butt plate has a mismatched S# 9928. Barrel has been totally refinished and new address and S# engraved, stock is new restoration. The fancy 19th century-style engraving and commemorative presentation are 20th century upgrades. CONDITION: excellent as refinished, engraved, and gold plated. Lever bent and missing part of spur, too short now for small replaced latch to engage. Mechanics fine, crisp rifling with pitting. (01-26883/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-7,000.

PISTOL.Cal. 41. S# 1308. Pistol is in standard configuration with originally blued 8" octagonal barrel, integral spring loaded magazine, fixed notch rear sight, pinched post front sight, brass frame, varnished walnut grips. Manufactured between 1855-1857 after Smith & Wesson sold their interest in lever action pistols forming the Volcanic Arms Company. Barrel markings: "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT / NEW HAVEN CONN / FEB 14, 1854" on top flat. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original Volcanic "rocket ball" cartridge. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and matching, uncleaned, barrel and magazine have gray/plum mottled patina with staining and areas of light pitting, brass has medium mustard color with scratching, grips retain some original varnish with tacking marks on right side. Mechanics good, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29651/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-9,000.

This is a variant not published which has crimped-on threaded steel ferrules to wooden shafts with assembled length of 29". Rod is similar to variants showed in Quick's "THE HENRY RIFLE". Diameter appears smaller at 0.265". CONDITION: good overall. Smooth dark iron patina to ferrules. (02-27805/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

THE JOHN OLIN COLLECTION. Cal. 44 HRF. S# 88865. Included documentation is a photocopy which shows this gun listed by serial number on Olin letterhead dated 10/12/89 as part of a group of firearms that were sent as "donation to museum" to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West with Attn: Herb Houze. Additional photocopy included of letter from Cameron J Laughlin, former Curator of the Cody Firearms Museum and dated April 26, 1990. Letter states "TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This is to certify that the Winchester 1866 rifle was originally the property of the John Olin Corporation. The Winchester rifle serial number 88865 was originally the property of John M. Olin. This rifle was transferred from Mr. Olin's Estate to the Buffalo Bill Historical Center under authorization dated September 27, 1989." John M. Olin began work in the firearms industry as a chemical engineer for Western Cartridge Co. in 1913. Following the 1935 acquisition of The Winchester Repeating Arms Co., he was name Vice President of Winchester-Western and placed in charge of the Winchester Division. In 1944 John M. Olin would become President of Olin Industries. Mfg. 1872 with 24" Octagon bbl. having German silver no. 21 blade front sight & ladder rear sight graduated to 1000 yards. Oil finished straight grain walnut forend buttstock with crescent trapdoor butt. Matching numbers "865" found in top tang channel of stock and under buttplate. Sling swivel in forend cap and inletted into toeline of butt with period correct leather sling. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 Letters of Provenance. CONDITION: very fine overall, rifle appears to have undergone a factory quality refinish at some point in the distant past. Wood retains an attractive oil finish with a proper raised grain feel. Brass parts have crisp sharp edges with a reacquired pleasing mustard patina. Bbl. & mag tube retain 85% reapplied blue with areas of mild thinning. Muzzle end of mag tube fading to brown. Bright bore with crisp rifling. PROVENANCE: Ex John M. Olin Collection. Ex Buffalo Bill Historical Center. (01-29859/BH). ANTIQUE. $35,000-47,500.

MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 44 HRF. S# 38956. Bbl. 24" octagon. Beaded blade front sight w/sporting leaf rear sight. Full length mag. Full nickel finish. Walnut forearm & straight grip stock w/ nickel finished crescent brass trapdoor buttplate. Toeline of stock has sling swivel w/ swivel base remaining only on forearm cap. 1870 mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 3 piece cleaning rod (one center piece missing) held in stock compartment. CONDITION: over 85% original nickel finish showing edge & carry wear w/ numerous light scratches & marks on the action. Stock has original finish showing numerous scratches, marks & small dents w/ wear spots. Sound action. Dark lightly pitted bore w/ worn rifling. (01-29977/DS). ANTIQUE. $18,000-25,000.

Cal 44. S# 132675. Standard configuration, 20" barrel, 2 lines "Kings Improvement" address, two position adjustable sight, full nickel plating and distinctive Ulrich floral scroll engraving with well rendered vignette of an antlered deer.Ulrich family engraving style is shown in Larry Wilson's Winchester engraving book and virtually identical elements are found on John Ulrich and Conrad Ulrich 66s or 73s made 1877-1879 including nickel plating. Serial number 132675 for 1877 is engraved on lower rear tang. Lower tang internally on the left side is stamped "XX" for deluxe wood, along with assembly number "59" which is also found internally on butt plate and top tang channel of nicely figured walnut stock, both stock and butt plate have a purposely factory obliterated different serial number with the assembly number 59 stamped adjacent. This is an attractive nice condition honest unmolested Ulrich engraved deluxe nickel 66 carbine. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter confirming factory engraving and nickel. Copies of pertinent pages from Larry Wilson's Winchester engraving book showing John and Conrad Ulrich engraving elements approving attribution. CONDITION: fine overall, frame retains over 90% original nickel; lever, barrel, magazine, & barrel bands retain about 80% scuffed nickel with scattered cosmetic blemishes. Barrel address has about 1/2" dented/scratched area. Stock is sound, well fit, small screwed escutcheon plate on belly. Mechanics are fine, good rifled bore. (01-26421/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

Cal 44 Henry rimfire. S# 90108. Bbl. 24" octagon. Dovetail front sight has a replacement brass blade. Replacement sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Model 1873 stock has crescent steel trapdoor butt plate. Walnut replacement forearm. Loading gate, lever latch & some action screws may be replacement. Mfg. 1872. CONDITION: bbl. and mag. tube have a cleaned gray appearance with scattered light pitting. Brass action shows numerous dents and marks with evidence of past cleaning and is acquiring a mild patina. Stock shows heavy with dents & marks having a under size fit to the action. Replacement forearm shows light finish wear. Lever shows slight looseness. Dark pitted bore retains partially visible rifling. (01-30213/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

Cal. 44 H.R.F. S#159227. Mfg. 1882. Bbl. 20" with post front sight and combination flip up rear. Banded walnut forend, and straight grip buttstock with trap carbine butt. Left side of receiver mounted with saddle ring. CONDITION: Barrel and mag tube have faded to brown. Mag tube exhibits numerous light to moderate dents. Rear of barrel exhibits numerous light dents as well. Receiver has been cleaned at some point in the past. but has reacquired a pleasing mustard patina over numerous scratches and dents. Action screw heads show damage from improper screwdriver use. Forearm and buttstock have been sanded and refinished and exhibit moderate wear with numerous dents scratches and gouges. There is a repaired crack on forend extending from barrel band to forend tip. Buttstock has 5 3/4" crack extending from rear of upper tang reward on upper side. There is a series of intentional nail or tack holes on left side. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Ring in bore approx. 5" from muzzle. (01-29617/BH). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 44 HRF. S# 32105. Bbl. 24" octagon with King's Improvement patent marking. Globe front sight with an unidentified adjustable leaf rear sight and an early Sharps style vernier tang sight. Full length mag. Brass action generous coverage of New York style vine type foliate scroll hand engraving with punch dot backgrounds. Complimentary engraving extends to the brass forend cap and brass crescent trapdoor buttplate. Unusual features include an added sliding brass dust cover and added single set trigger. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with sling swivels. Mfg. in 1870. CONDITION: bbl. and mag. tube blue has faded to mottled brown showing small dents on the mag. tube. Bbl. markings remain clear. Brass action has reacquired a mild patina. Lightly refinished stocks show scattered scratches and marks with small chips on both sides of forearm and right side of top tang at the action. Right side of the stock also has a small crack. Custom trigger has stiff function. Bore retains sound rifling showing scattered light pitting. (01-26434/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500.

Cal. 44 H.R.F. S# 78021. Mfg. 1871. Bbl. 20" with integral muzzle band front sight and latter rear sight graduated to 1,000 yards. Band fastened walnut forearm and replacement buttstock with trap door crescent butt. Saddle ring mounted on left side of receiver. Left side of receiver stamped "69". CONDITION: Action has been heavily cleaned with rounding of sharp edges as well as numerous light to moderate dents. Upper and lower tang are both bent to accommodate replacement buttstock. Barrel and mag tube are well worn with darkened appearance along with numerous dents, scratches and handling marks. Mag tube has been shorted by 1/4". Buttstock is shy of both lower and upper tang with gap at wrist, as well as a few moderate dents, impressions and handling marks. Original forend is well worn with numerous light to moderate dents, scratches and handling marks. Bore is dark but displays sound rifling. (01-29618/BH). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

MADE WITH HENRY FRAME. Cal. 44. 10967. Interesting looking rifle with 24" round barrel with full length Henry style magazine, 2-line Henry's patent address not seen on any original rifle I am aware of. Standard late-style Henry butt plate with trap and mortise cut for cleaning rod, 900 yard Henry style sight with slide retaining screw. Most unusual configuration of forestock which projects into lower portion of frame. CONDITION: fine as created, retains most of its original blue finish on barrel, smooth brass frame with staining, lever & hammer retain much of their muted case colors, stocks retains most of its original high polished varnish, scattered scuffs and scratches. Mechanics are fine, crisp shiny rifled bore. (25-1674/JS). MODERN. $800-1,200.

Cal. 38 W.C.F. S# 240001B. Mfg. 1887. Bbl. 24" round with dove tail bead front sight and elevator adjustable sporting rear. Full length mag. tube. 3rd model stepped receiver with integral dust cover rail. Smooth walnut forend and straight grip stock with trap door crescent butt. CONDITION: Metal overall has faded to a smooth even brown patina with traces of original bluer in protected areas, along with scattered light dents, dings and light pin prick oxidation. Stock set has been lightly sanded and refinished with oil staining near metal, as well as numerous light to moderate scratches, dents and impressions. Forend has moderate dent at midpoint left side. Buttstock has 2 1/4" x 3/8" piece of missing wood at lower tang right side. Frosted bore shows strong rifling with scattered areas of light pitting. (01-30284/BH) ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 44 W.C.F. S#345080B. Mfg. 1890. Bbl. 24" octagon with dove tailed German silver blade front sight and elevator adjustable semi-buckhorn rear. 3rd model receiver with integral dust cover rail. Smooth walnut forearm and straight grip buttstock with trap door crescent steel butt. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to a modeled grey / brown patina with scattered fine pitting and light oxidation, along with numerous small dings and scratches. There is an area of cleaned moderate pitting on left sideplate. Original finished stock set has lightly worn appearance with numerous scattered light to moderate dense, scratches and impressions. Frosted bore shows strong rifling with scattered areas of light pitting. (01-30283/BH) ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 44. S# 113341A (1882). The 24-1/4" octagon barrel marked with Winchester and King's Improvement at top center is fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Magazine is of "button" 1/2" type. Standard 3rd model action is complete with dust cover. There are no caliber markings on cartridge lifter. S# is on straight bottom tang. Walnut stocks are fitted with crescent buttplate with trap. CONDITION: good. All metal parts present overall brown with gray highlights and show some cleaning of heavier rust spots on sideplate and right rear action. Stocks with original surfaces retain some varnish and have many marks and dings. Bore is poor, rifling evident, lightly pitted overall with some scattered deep pits. Mechanically good. 01-30298/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

LETTER. Cal. 38 WCF. S# 187599B (1885). The 21 -1/4" octagon barrel marked with Winchester and King's Improvement at top center is fitted with flip over rear and German silver blade front sights. Magazine is full length. Standard 3rd model action is complete with dust cover. Cartridge lifter is marked "38 CAL". Top tang is marked "Model 1873". S# is on straight bottom tang. Walnut stocks are fitted with crescent buttplate with trap. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Winchester factory letter (does not specify barrel length). CONDITION: good. Barrel and magazine present overall brown with gray highlights. Action cleaned to pewter gray with heavy pitting and marks overall. Stocks with old refinish and have many marks and dings. Bore is poor, rifling evident, pitted overall with some scattered deep pits. Mechanically good. 01-29612/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 38 WCF. S# 566130B. Mfg. 1903. Bbl. 24" octagon with dovetailed German silver blade front sight & elevator adjustable sporting rear. Straight grain walnut forend and straight grip buttstock with crescent steel trapdoor butt. Blued bbl. mag. tube & receiver. Case colored lever, hammer & buttplate. CONDITION: blued metal parts retain 30% original blue fading to brown with bright areas of blue in protected areas. Metal exhibits light high edge wear scattered minor dings and a light even freckling. Lever, hammer & buttplate retain traces of original case colors. Unsanded stock set has added layer of finish. Fair bore turning dark with scattered spots of pitting exhibits good rifling. Lever has slight hang up when closing, otherwise mechanically fine. (26-4232/BH). CURIO. $2,500-3,750.

Cal. 44 W.C.F. S#571100B. Mfg. 1903. Bbl. 30" round with post front sight and military style ladder rear. Full length band fastened walnut forend and straight grip stock with trap door carbine butt. Blued barrel, mag tube and receiver. Case hardened hammer and buttplate. Sling swivels mounted on toe line of butt and forward barrel band. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Socket bayonet. 5 piece cleaning rod in butt. Side plate screw head. CONDITION: Barrel, receiver and mag tube retain 90% original blue with thinning to barrel, high edge and muzzle wear, scattered light scratches and small spots of oxidation on action. Loading gate retention screw is broken and requires replacement. Hammer, lever and buttplate retain 70% original case colors with spots of cleaned oxidation on buttplate. Original wood finish is very good overall, with scattered light dents, scratches, and impressions. Bright shiny bore with crisp rifling. (26-2935/BH). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

Cal 44 WCF. S# 550477B. Mfg. 1900. Bbl. 20" Round with carbine post front sight & flip up ladder rear sight. 3rd Model receiver with integral dust cover rail. Staple mounted carbine ring on left rear of receiver. Band fastened walnut forend & straight grip stock with trapdoor carbine buttplate. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray with and even brown patina and scattered areas of freckling and light oxidation. Traces of original blue appear in protected areas. Stock set has been lightly sanded & refinished. Front sight blade has dent and leans slightly left. Buttstock exhibits numerous moderate to heavy gouges. Good bore is generally bright with crisp rifling having scattered areas of light pitting. Mechanically fine. (26-4399/BH). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 44 WCF. S# 539746B. Standard 3rd model 1873, 20" rnd bbl with two line address and caliber marking rear of adjustable rear sight. Bbl retained by two bands and full magazine. This is an honest "as found" example that has that cowboy used look. CONDITION: good to very good overall. Tiny traces of finish in the protected areas. Stocks show use and saddle wear, couple hairlines, and chip on right front of forestock. Metal is mottled gray patina with staining. Good mechanics with well defined rifled bore. Estate collection of David Berenson. (26-2436/JS). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

BLACKFOOT CHIEF "TWO GUNS WHITE CALF".Cal. 45-70. S# 51951. 28" octagonal barrel with caliber marking and 2-line Winchester address, long leaf elevation rear sight, and globe front sight. Affidavit states that father obtained rifle from his friend Chief Two Guns White Calf when he worked at Glacier National Park in 1925. A copy photo shows chief and father posed together. The gun is stated to be one of his father's most treasured possessions, which passed to son in 1980. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Greg Martin auction listing Jan. 16, 2011, affidavit giving history & provenance, framed copy photos of Chief Two Guns White Calf, and 4 loose 45-70 cartridges, Larry Smith detailed invoice for 23 hours repairing this rifle in 2011 including major wrist repair, made functional, and added the 20 tacks missing where only holes existed when sold at GMA. CONDITION: very good as professionally repaired by master gunsmith Larry Smith. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29683/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

Cal. 45-60. S# 11472. The 28" full octagon barrel marked with Winchester and King's Improvement on top center is fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and bead front sights. Rifle has full length magazine. Standard 76 action is complete with dust cover. S# is on tang. Walnut stocks are varnished and fitted with crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: good. Traces of original finish are visible on metal were protected, however, metal shows areas of light cleaning on sideplates and overall presents a well used grayish brown. Stocks have old over varnish with many marks and dings. Bore is poor, rifling evident, pitted throughout. Mechanically good. (01-30251/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

SIDE HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT SPORTING RIFLE (11 FOUND IN RECORDS). Cal. .577 Eley Exp (.577 Nitro Express). S# 111166 (Ca. 1913). This large caliber rifle appears to be factory original and dating from around 1920. It has 30" untapered round barrel fitted with one standing three folding leaf express rear sight and German silver blade front sight. Center is roll stamped with Winchester info and patent dates (last being 1879). Area behind sight is stamped "16" "10" "CHAM 3" "BORE .573" "RIFL .583" "TWIST 20"" close to action in normal caliber area is stamped ".577 ELEY EXP SMOKELESS" action and barrel are stamped with Winchester proof mark. Bottom of barrel is stamped with S#, "EX" in front of main spring dovetail, "57" is seen behind dovetail. Area under main spring is stamped "MNS" and with "VP" in an oval. Barrel is not marked for weight. Thick wall model 85 action is marked with Winchester info on top tang. Hammer and opening lever are case hardened. S# is on bottom tang. Plain American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-1/4" over blued steel buttplate. Matching schnabled forend has hard rubber tip. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears essentially unfired and retains nearly all factory finishes on wood and metal. There is some high edge wear on express sight which shows some distortion on dovetail from installation and removal. Action shows a hint of high edge wear mostly on right side. There is a small dent above lever pivot pin on left side. Otherwise there are a few minor marks in blue of action. Case hardening color is very strong on lever and hammer. Stocks retain nearly all of their varnish finish with some minor marks. Buttplate retains most of its original blue; silvering on edges and at heel. There is a small dent at toe which has slightly cracked stock wood. Bore is bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Mechanically crisp. An incredible high condition example of this very rare Winchester. Factory records indicate only 11 were made in this caliber. (26-2825/MGM). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 32 WCF. S# 87623 (1900 shipped 1902). The 36" #3 weight tapered octagon barrel with Winchester markings on top flat is marked "320W.C.F." at rear. Rear sight dovetail plugged with base of original type barrel sight; front dovetail holds Lyman 17A. Standard high wall action features single set trigger and lightweight hammer. Tang is fitted with Lyman No. 2 sight correctly marked "S" on bottom. Lightly figured American walnut buttstock with sling loop on toeline measures 13-1/2" over brass (originally nickel plated) Swiss style off hand butt plate. Matching schnabeled forend has contrasting wood tip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: email from the Cody Firearms Records Office confirms barrel length and trigger. Buttplate not specified (not unusual). States rifle was received in warehouse Feb 14, 1902 and shipped on Feb. 15, 1902. CONDITION: fair to good "as found". Barrel retaining traces of original blue but is now overall light brown patina with overall freckling. Breech area shows a distortion of octagon ridges from barrel removal. Area behind rear sight base shows filing. Action is brown with some areas cleaned showing silver on left side, also with some distortion of metal from barrel removal. Buttstock retains old finish possibly original with marks and dings. Matching forend has 3" sliver missing from left barrel channel. Bore is poor; rifling present; considerably pitted. Mechanically good with set trigger working. (26-2523/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 32-40. S# 54798. Bbl. 32" round measuring 7/8" at muzzle. Left side of barrel near breech is marked "32-40 / OBERMEYER / RACIEN, WIS.". The HI-Wall action has a double set trigger and a Lyman #45 receiver sight. J Unertl 12 power 1" tube scope with 50mm objective, crosshair reticle and external adjustments is mounted on barrel blocks. Walnut stock has an added raised comb and a curved rubber target buttplate. 11" block style target forearm is fitted with an "E.D. WALANDER" palm rest. CONDITION: barrel retains 80% lightly faded custom blue. Action has faded to brown. Stock has open port. Finish with scattered scratches and marks having small chips around the action. Block style forearm is unfinished. Very good bore. Scope has clear optics. (01-29575/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 45-70. S# 97468 (1908). The 30" number 4 weight tapered full octagon barrel has Winchester markings on top flat; caliber marking at rear. Rear sight dovetail is plugged. Front dovetail holds reproduction windage adjustable 69B sight. Thick wall model 1885 action has been fitted with coil spring hammer, reproduction set trigger and Vernier type mid range tang sight. "S" type lever and breech block are color hardened. Nicely matched new stocks are made from fine fiddle figured American walnut. Butt is fitted with reproduction Winchester plate; schnabeled forend has contrasting wood tip. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished retaining nearly all blue on metal and oil wood finish with only a few scattered minor marks. Bore is bright and shiny with strong rifling throughout. Mechanically fine. (26-2667/MGM). CURIO. $1,250-2,000.

Cal. 25 WCF (25-20 Single Shot). S# 46744. Mfg. approx. 1890, the first year this cartridge was introduced. Oct. No. 2 weight 30" bbl. Globe front sight, open rear dovetail & peep tang sight. Falling block single shot action. Walnut stock set w/ crescent buttplate, ebony forearm tip & 6 kill notches on toeline. CONDITION: balance of barrel & action are brown patina with marks, sm. dents & corrosion. Traces of blue visible on exposed portions with good blue protected by forearm. Forearm has worn wood finish with large chip at tip & heavy oxidation on screw. Worn wood finish on buttstock w/ numerous dings & marks along with cracks. Bore has large bulge approx. 6" from breech face; balance of rifling with shallow with pitting. (01-29799/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

"BIG FIFTY" LEVERACTION TAKEDOWN SHORT RIFLE CHAMBERED IN 50-100-450. Cal. 50-100-450. S# 124692. Mfg. 1901. The 50-100-450 chambering was an extremely limited offering by Winchester from 1895-1910. A documented survey by John Madl in regards to the Winchester 1886 overall initially stated that only 241 rifles and carbines were mfg. in this caliber. Subsequent survey by Jim Paul and Tom Adams documenting 1886 Winchesters in this caliber only list as many as 331. The survey by Paul and Adams goes on to explain that their count would include examples that may have been rebarreled to this caliber by the factory and firearms that were originally received in this caliber at the warehouse, were never sold and subsequently rebarreled to a more popular caliber. Regardless, the survey aired on the side of caution and the actual number sold to the public could actually be far less than the 331 listed. Of the approx.160,000 Model 1886 Winchesters produced this caliber accounts for only 0.2% of the entire production. What sets this particular rifle apart is the fact that it was manufactured with a 22" barrel, of which only 11 examples are documented in Paul and Adam's survey on page 9. This cataloger has only been able to locate one other example (S#110686.) Other uncommon features are the round barrel, of which account for 30% of the production in this chambering and the takedown feature which accounts for only 26%. With only 9 other 22" short rifles documented, this combination of features place this rifle in the realm of potentially one of a kind status. Rifle features 22" round barrel with marbles No.2 front sight, dovetail filler in rear seat and Climbin Lyman receiver sight. 1/2 length takedown magazine. Walnut forend and straight grip stock with Winchester "Wagon Wheel" shotgun buttplate. Case colored lever and hammer, bottom of barrel correctly stamped "54". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Winchester factory letter stating the following: " rifle / 50/100/450 caliber / round barrel--22 inch / plain trigger / 1/2 magazine / takedown / Received in the warehouse on September 25,1901 / Shipped from the warehouse on September 26,1901". CONDITION: Metal surfaces retain 85% of a high quality restored blue finish with mild thinning, scattered minor dings & scratches. Wood has been lightly sanded and refinished. Bore is generally bright with a lightly frosted appearance and well defined rifling. For anyone considering bidding on this firearm, this is likely the only opportunity to own a "Big Fifty" with this assortment of special order features. An absolute must have for the advanced Winchester collector. (26-2822/BH). CURIO. $35,000-50,000.

SHIPPED WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE WITH PERIOD MASTER CLASS ENGRAVING. Cal. 45-70. S# 126265. Bbl. 24" octagon to round with original Lyman No. 4 Hunting bead front sight and combination sporting/ladder rear sight. As noted in accompanying factory letter; this rifle was shipped August 28, 1902 with a "polished receiver without finish". Letter further states rifle was received for "return & repair" on November 25, 1902. Both sides of lower tang stamped "REFINISHED". This would suggest that this rifle was sent in the white for special engraving outside of the Winchester factory and subsequently returned to the factory for final finishing. Left side of receiver features a vignette of hunter taking aim at running stag amongst a wooded background. Right side of receiver ornamented with two game scene vignettes; one of stalking mountain lion and the other of a buck at watering hole. Scenes are surrounded by nicely shaded vine-type scroll over punch-dot background with straight line and fancy beaded borders. Bottom of action engraved with vine-type scroll over punch-dot background having beaded border. Notes of scroll in fancy borders found on forend cap. All screw heads are floral engraved. Additional special order features include 24" bbl, 1/2 oct configuration, checkered pistol grip walnut stock and forearm, Lyman front sight, 1/2 mag, and Silver's recoil pad. "H" checkered stock and forearm of XX fancy walnut. Left side of lower tang stamped "26 XX". Upper tang channel of stock stamped with matching "26". LOP: 13 9/16" over original Silver's pad. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Cody Firearms Museum detailing the following information, "Rifle. 45/70 caliber. Barrel Length: 24 inches. Barrel Shape: 1/2 Octagon. Plain trigger. Fancy checkered stock w/ pistol grip & forearm. Sights: Klyman Hunting front sight. 1/2 magazine. Silver's Recoil Pad. "Polished Receiver". "Without Finish". Received in warehouse on August 28, 1902. Shipped from warehouse on August 29, 1902, Order number 149892. Return & Repair November 25, 1902 #168018. Return & Repair June 25, 1903 #189562". CONDITION: bbl & receiver retain 70% thinning Winchester blue. Lever & hammer retain strong traces of original case hardening with a scattered mild freckling. Stock & forearm have been lightly sanded and refinished with scattered light handling marks, impressions & flattening of diamonds. Shiny bore shows crisp rifling. (26-397/DS). CURIO. $17,500-25,000.

ACTION RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# 88160. Mfg. 1894. Bbl, forearm and mag tube were mated to this gun having a slightly undersized fit to receiver, unable to get apart. Bbl. 26" tapered round with dovetail blade front sight and elevator adjustable sporting rear. Button mag. Front left side of action and top of bolt have crown over "V" British proofs. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: bbl & mag tube retain 85% thinning reapplied blue with muzzle wear, takedown ring has cleaned appearance. Action retains 40% bright original case colors with scattered pinprick oxidation, scratches and minor handling marks. Trigger and lever retain 50% bright original case colors. Bolt has been reblued. Stock set has been lightly sanded and refinished with scattered light handling marks, scratches and impressions. Top right of stock has approx. 3/8" filled wood repair. Bore is generally bright with a few areas of strong pitting. (01-29960/BH). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 45-90. S# 90998 (1894). The 26" half octagon half round barrel with Winchester markings on top and caliber mark at rear is fitted with correct style buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Rifle has full length magazine tube. Typical 86 action is marked "Model 1886" on top tang. American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/4" over crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: good. All metal parts present a chocolate brown patina with scattered pitting overall. Wood lightly refinished with oil and has some minor marks. There is a 1" repair on left side of buttstock beside hammer. Bore is fair; rifling evident, heavily pitted. Action is smooth; mechanically good. (01-30302 /MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,800-2,750.

Cal. 45-70. S# 118951 (1899). The 26" tapered round barrel with Winchester markings on top and caliber mark at rear is fitted with correct style buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Rifle has full length magazine tube. Typical 86 action is marked "Model 1886" on top tang. American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/4" over crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: good, heavily cleaned; wood sanded. Metal presents overall smooth gray brown with scattered pitting on magazine tube and action. Wood is heavily cleaned and sanded to well below metal and has oil finish. Bore is fair; rifling evident, lightly pitted throughout. Action has a bit of a hitch in its operation, otherwise mechanically good. (26-3618/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

WINCHESTER SADDLE RING CARBINE.Cal. 44-40. S# 72142. This is the exact "big loop" rapid firing Model 1892 carbine Chuck Connors is shown holding in 1994 magazine cover, crystal clear as grain in stock matches perfectly. There is also a 1993 letter from Connor's executive administrator on "Chuck Connors Productions" stationery stating the rifle was used "for personal appearances, rodeo promotions, the 1991 video "The Best of the Wild West and in the movie "The Gambler-The Luck of the Draw" in which Chuck was the host & narrator". Chuck Connors (1921-1992) was iconic movie & TV cowboy, at 6 feet, 5 inches, he was giant among cowboy actors. His earlier career he played NBA basketball for Boston Celtics 1946-1948 and then major league baseball for Brooklyn Dodgers for 1949-1951, he was traded to the Chicago Cubs and decided sports were not going to be his career. He was cast into his first of many roles on the big screen and TV in 1952, and was soon cast acting with biggest names in Hollywood. He was picked out of 40 potential actors to play Lucas McCain, but turned the role down due to poor salary offered. Producers came back to up the ante and give him 5% share of the production, unheard of the time. Producers after seeing reaction of their children to Connor's role in "Old Yeller", they couldn't look further. The Rifleman ran from 1958-1963, 168 episodes and was among the top Westerns ever made, still on TV today in reruns. This is not the prop carbine used on the TV show, this carbine was presented to Connors by his lifetime friend Maurice Hunt in 1990 prior to his induction into "Western performers Hall of Fame" at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City 1991. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Greg Martin Auction catalog and paid invoice for lot 1234, March 14, 2010; copy of magazine cover showing Connors holding this rifle, file of information and provenance. CONDITION: very good overall, solid unmarred stock, gray metal, strong traces of finish on 20" barrel & full magazine, and frame, crisp action as altered with oversized lever loop with and fires each time lever is cocked, just like in the TV show. (01-29653/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

MODEL 1892 "RIFLEMAN'S RIFLE" WITH ORIGINAL CASE & STAND. Cal 44 W.C.F. S# 93912. Mfg 1898. Mike Dimuzio (1962-2015) was well known in the collecting community as a maker of high quality copies of the Chuck Connors custom large loop lever action Winchester. He was also considered a definitive expert in regards to the Rifleman series. Videos online confirm the rumors that Dimuzio was able to perform the tricks executed by Connors character in the series as well as rapid fire with incredible accuracy. The late Mike Dimuzio's passion for the Rifleman lives in in this masterful creation. Bbl. 20" round with carbine post front sight & carbine ladder rear sight. Staple mounted saddle ring in left side of receiver. Large custom "D" loop lever with set screw designed to interface with trigger upon closing allowing one to fire without ever placing a finger inside the trigger guard. Blued bbl., mag tube & receiver. Nitre blued loading gate. Band fastened walnut forend and straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Tan Boyt zipper rifle case with "The Rifleman / THE ORIGINAL SERIES" embroidered on right side surrounding a modified 1892. Custom hardwood vertical display stand with 2 integral 16 rd. cartridge blocks. Binder containing disassembly instructions for Winchester 92 rifles. CONDITION: fine overall. Metal surfaces exhibit a brown aged appearance with 10-20% original thinning blue. Stock set has been lightly sanded & refinished with scattered light scratches & impressions. Bore shows strong rifling with an overall frosted appearance. Mechanically fine. (01-30309/BH). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

EXEMPTED 14" WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION TRAPPER CARBINE. Cal.44 W.C.F. S#324919. Mfg 1906. Barrel 14" round with carbine post front sight and carbine ladder rear. blued metal finish. band fastened 7 7/8 " walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel carbine butt. staple mounted saddle ring on left side of receiver. Trapper carbines typically saw hard use and are usually found in well worn condition. This example is typical of what a person would expect to find. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Winchester factory letter stating the following: "Type: Carbine / Caliber:44 / Barrel Length: 14 inches / Received in warehouse on February 10,1906 / Shipped from warehouse on February 23,1906, Order number 42837". U.S Department of Justice letter dated December 20, 2021 exempting this specific carbine from the National Firearms Act. CONDITION: fine overall, metal parts retain approx. 20-25% original blue, mostly in protected areas. balance has worn to grey with a brown patina, scattered light handling marks and areas of cleaned light pitting. stock set is solid but well worn, exhibiting numerous small to moderate dents, scratches and handling marks. right side of wrist at junction of upper tang and receiver exhibits approx. 1"x1/8" chip of missing wood. Surprisingly bright bore shows strong rifling with scattered spots of light pitting. Mechanically fine. A well used but also well cared for iconic 14" Trapper saddle ring carbine. (26-4210/BH). CURIO. $5,000-8,000.

LEVER ACTION TRAPPER CARBINE. Cal. 44 W.C.F. S#58337. Mfg 1896. Barrel 16" with carbine post front sight and carbine ladder rear. staple mounted saddle ring in left side of receiver. band fastened 7 7/8" walnut forend and straight grip buttstock with steel carbine buttplate. bottom of forend adorned with 3 brass tacks. both sides of wrist have 2 tacks each. right side of butt adorned with 4 tacks in a "t-pattern". left side of butt has 10 tacks shaped in arrow pattern over carved initials "JV". CONDITION: metal parts have been heavily cleaned with rounding of sharp edges and exhibit areas of prior pitting as well as numerous light dings, scratches and handling marks. Notable dent at bottom right of mag tube approx. 3 1/4" from muzzle. wood has been heavily sanded over numerous dents, impressions and scratches. bottom of forearm has approx. 2 3/4" stable crack. wrist tacks appear to have been heavily hammered in causing gaps at upper tang. There is a 3/4" crack on right side of wrist extending from action. bright bore with sharp rifling. safety notch is weak, otherwise mechanically fine .(01-30252/BH). ANTIQUE. $4,500-6,500.

WINCHESTER RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 5028 (1892). Factory records indicate about 23,000 model '92's were produced during their first year. This very early rifle has 24-1/4" octagon barrel fitted with correct buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Winchester markings are on top flat and caliber is at rear. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1892" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang. Hammer checkering is of early dipped style. American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock has steel tip. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal presenting overall silver gray cleaned appearance. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their original finish with numerous minor and a few heavy scratches and dents. Bore is poor to fair. Rifling evident heavily pitted throughout with a bulge 7" behind muzzle. Action is smooth. (01-30136/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 32 WCF. S# 526275 (1909). The 20" tapered round barrel is fitted with carbine rear sight with ladder and front German silver blade in square block. Winchester markings are at top and caliber is at left rear. Typical 92 action with saddle ring and stud on left side is marked "MODEL 1892" "WINCHESTER" with patent dates on top tang. Gumwood buttstock measures 12-7/8" over carbine type steel buttplate. Matching forend attaches to barrel with band. CONDITION: fair to good. All metal presents even brown patina with scattered minor pitting. Stocks lightly refinished with oil have wood slightly below metal. Bore is fair to good; strong rifling, pitted throughout. Mechanically good except there is a hitch when engaging cartridge lifter. (26-4200/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 44 WCF. S# 16113 (1892). Factory records indicate about 23,000 model '92's were produced during their first year. This early rifle has 24-3/8" round barrel fitted with correct buckhorn rear and Beech folding front sights. Winchester markings are on top and caliber is at rear. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1892" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang. Hammer checkering is of early dipped style. American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock is held by steel tip. CONDITION: good. All metal presenting smooth brown patina overall. Traces of blue remain on loading gate and bolt. Some case hardening is visible on lever. Stocks appear original with over varnish that has many subsequent marks and some areas worn through. Bore is fine to very fine; shiny with strong rifling throughout; with some minor pits toward muzzle. Mechanically smooth. (01-30250/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

WCF. Cal. 25-20 WCF. S# 511612 (1909). The 24-3/8" tapered octagon barrel fitted with correct buckhorn rear and blade front sights has Winchester markings on top left flat and caliber at rear of same flat. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1892" "WINCHESTER" and with trademark and patent info on top tang. Varnished American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock is held by steel tip. CONDITION: fine. Barrel retaining most original blue which is turning to brown. Magazine tube retains nearly all of its blue. Action has considerably flaked and is nearly all brown; perhaps 10% original blue remains. Loading gate retains about 80% blue. Blue on bolt is strong as is lever and trigger. Hammer retains about half of its blue. Stocks retain over 90% original varnish with multiple marks and scratches. More wear is evident on forend at normal carrying point. Bore is very fine, shiny with a hint of frosting. Mechanically smooth. (26-3631/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 32 WCF. S# 15051 (1892). Factory records indicate about 23,000 model '92's were produced during their first year. This early rifle has 24-3/8" round barrel fitted with correct buckhorn rear and blade front sights. Winchester markings are on top and caliber is at rear. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1892" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang. Hammer checkering is of early dipped style. American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock has steel tip. CONDITION: good as refinished. Barrel and magazine tube present smooth brown patina over pin prick pitting. Receiver cleaned and cold blued over pin prick pitting. Loading gate also re-blued. Stocks with oil refinish have some subsequent marks and old stains. Bore is fair; rifling evident with some scattered deep pitting. Action is slick as snot! (01-30301/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal 25-20 WCF. S# 187036. Mfg. 1902. Bbl. 24" with brass tipped dovetailed sporting front sight. Elevator adjustable semi buckhorn rear sight. "Manufactured by the / Winchester Repeating Arms Co. New Haven. Conn. U.S.A.: is marked on the top flat. CONDITION: overall good with the metal turning to an even brownish patina. Some of the screws are buggered and replaced. Stock set has been sanded and has numerous handling marks and scratches with a chip at the butt and some check cracks at the top tang. Bore is corroded with rifling present. Action is need of attention as it has stiff operation & occasional hammer follow. (26-1808). CURIO. $400-600.

FLAT BAND MASTER MASON TRIBUTE BY FEGA MASTER ENGRAVER JOE RUNDELL. Cal. 30 W.C.F. .S# 1393054. Mfg 1946 with 20" bbl., ramp mounted bead front sight. and elevator adjustable sporting rear. Subsequently upgraded by FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell of Clio, Michigan as a tribute to the Master Mason Society. Both sides of the receiver feature ultra fine engraved busts of notable individuals who were part of the Free Mason Society. Right receiver depicts WWII American war hero Audie Murphy with Medal of Honor in background, Western icon John Wayne with signature "RUNDELL 2000" along collar and Former US Army Chief of Staff Douglass MacArthur. Left receiver depicts engravings of former presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Teddy Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S Truman. Likenesses on right side are wrapped in fantastically elaborate foliate scroll engraving, Left side with Presidents framed in single line border, lower right bears engravers signature "RUNDELL, W.M.". Borders of receiver engraved with foliate scroll and floral notes with ruler at front right, hammer at front left, trowel on upper tang and Masonic square & compass with centered "G" at top front. Highly figured custom walnut stock & forend are carved with tightly wound vine type scroll having Free Mason symbol at both sides of wrist. Blued barrel, mag tube, lever and hammer. Satin finished receiver. CONDITION: Blued metal parts retain 98% of their custom finish. Satin receiver is very good with light freckling at left side and staining on lower tang. Stock set near excellent with only a couple minor dings and impressions. Bore is good + with strong rifling showing frosting to grooves. PROVENANCE: Formally from the Private Collection of FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell. An elaborate and impressive blend of engraving styles, this model 94 has been transformed into a work of art by FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell. (26-238/BH) CURIO. $6,000-12,000.

ACTION TRAPPER CARBINE. Cal. 30 W.C.F. S# 820375. Mfg 1915. Barrel 15" round with carbine post front sight (replacement blade) and carbine ladder rear sight. standard markings throughout with "WP oval proofs". band fastened 7 7/8" walnut forend and gumwood stock with steel carbine buttplate. stud mounted saddle ring in left side of receiver. blued metal finish. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Department of Treasury letter dated JAN 11, 1985 exempting this firearm from the NFA. CONDITION: fine overall, metal surfaces have been cleaned bright. barrel and mag tube exhibit original blue in protected areas with overall scattered light scratches and dents. worn forend has been lightly sanded and refinished with scattered light dents and impressions. Buttstock is sound showing mostly original finish having numerous minor scratches, dents and abrasions. Top of stock has been lightly sanded with reapplied finish. Good bore shows strong rifling with lightly frosted appearance, Mechanics in need of attention, trigger pull is exceptionally strong. PROVENANCE: Ex. Lewis Yearout Collection. Ex. Brand Horst Collection. (26-4209/BH). CURIO. $4,500-6,500.

EASTERN CARBINE IN 30-30. Cal. 30-30. S# 2411172 (1959). Standard carbine without saddle ring having 20" barrel fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and bead front sight in ramp. Magazine tube is full length. Walnut buttstock measures 13" over checkered steel buttplate. Standard action is engraved with 80% coverage exceptionally well formed, cut and shaded acanthus scroll (a French specialty) within geometric borders. This fine scroll surrounds and appears to emit silver inlaid western beasts with buffalo and wolf on left side and a big horn ram on right. Engravers signature "J.C. French" (Early in his career living in Ohio; later moved to Texas; died 2015. Highly regarded especially for his fine scroll and doing all his engraving by hand.) is behind screw of top action tang. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished retaining essentially all blue on metal and oil finish on stocks that have a few subsequence marks and scratches. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. (26-3209/MGM). CURIO. $3,500-5,500.

Cal. 38-55. S# 277985 (1901). The 26" half round half octagon barrel fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and Lyman gold bead front sights; has factory markings on center of top flat; caliber and proofs at rear. Magazine is short button type. Semi-pistol grip action has top tang fitted with Marbles flexible joint sight. Semi-pistol grip American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/2" over Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Grip cap has Winchester markings and grip is checkered in flat top point pattern. Matching forend is held by steel tip. CONDITION: fine. Barrel retains over 80% original blue with considerable sharp edge wear. Action retains perhaps 70% with carry wear on bottom; thinning on top and has cleaned pin prick pitting on top left with some areas toward bottom and rear of left side. A considerable amount of case hardening color is on lever and hammer. Loading gate retains nearly all of its temper blue. Stocks retain most of their original varnish with some minor scattered marks on butt. Considerable darkening is at carry point of forend. Bore is good, shiny but with scattered pitting. Mechanically fine. (26-4230/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

SADDLE RING CARBINES BOTH IN 30 WCF. Cal. 30 WCF (both). S# 858276 & 858277 (1919). Both standard configuration with 20" barrels, carbine sights and full magazines. All correct factory markings are on upper left sides of barrels. Standard actions with saddle rings and studs attached to left sides have usual markings on top tangs. Gumwood buttstocks have steel carbine buttplates. Tops of buttplates are marked with a rack # "70" on S# 858276 & "42" on S# 858277 both over "N.Y.S.T." (New York State Troopers formed in 1917 to secure the home front during WWI). Forends attach with steel barrel bands. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: receipt for S# 858277 and 2 tags. CONDITION: both original "as found". S# 858276 is good retaining most original blue on barrels. Action worn to nearly all silver gray. Original blue present where protected. S# 858277 has quite a bit more blue on action, with heavy silvering on high areas. Stocks on both have most of their original finish. S# 858276 with more wear and some deep gouges on butt. Both bores are good to fine. Both mechanically good; S# 858277 a bit stiff. (26-2432 & 26-2433/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-5,000.

CARBINE IN 30 WCF. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 838012 (1917). In 1917 the government bought 1,800 standard Model 1894 carbines to arm Signal Corp troops that were guarding logging camps in the Pacific Northwest. The first group delivered generally did not have ordnance stamps. They were, however, stamped "J.C.'17" on bottom of action. (Thought to be Captain James Van D. Crisp the finance officer of the Signal Corp. at Vancouver barracks.) This carbine is of standard configuration with 20" barrel fitted with typical carbine rear sight with ladder and blade front in steel boss. Winchester info is on top left behind barrel band. Nickel steel info is under sight and caliber is at rear. Carbine has full magazine. Bottom of standard action with saddle ring stud on left side is stamped "J.C.'17" on bottom of action under S#. Top tang is marked "MODEL 1894" "WINCHESTER" "TRADEMARK" and with patent info. Varnished gumwood stock is fitted with carbine type buttplate. Matching forend attaches with blued band. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: saddle ring in plastic bag. A 2 page photocopy of email from Bert Hartman WACA Historian listing the 259 Model 1894 Spruce Gun serial numbers documented thus far (Jan 5, 2022). (This gun's S# is not listed but, S# 842117 is highlighted). CONDITION: exceptionally fine retaining about 95% original metal finish; most wear being at carry point around bottom of action which shows some flaking. There is also high edge wear and flaking of blue on link to about 50%. There is a 1-1/2" x 1/2" area of rusting on left side of barrel about 6" behind muzzle. There are also some rust spots and overall light pitting on magazine tube (may clean). There is a spot of rust on right side of lever; buttplate is flaked to brown. Stocks retain nearly all of their original varnish with many scattered minor marks and dings. Bore is fine; bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. An exceptionally fine example of this scarce military Winchester. (26-4212/MGM). CURIO. $3,000-6,000.

Cal. 32 WS. S# 882040 (1920). The 26" tapered full octagon barrel fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and Lyman bead front sights; has factory markings on center upper left flat; nickel steel, and smokeless powder, along with caliber toward rear. Rifle is fitted with half magazine. Semi-pistol grip action is marked "MODEL 1984" "WINCHESTER" along with trademark and patent info on top tang. Semi-pistol grip American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/2" over Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Grip cap has Winchester markings and grip is checkered in point pattern. Matching forend with crotch figure is held by steel tip. CONDITION: good. Barrel and magazine retain about 85% original blue with sharp edge wear and scattered freckling. Action retains perhaps 20% blue mostly where protected; is mostly gray brown; again with freckling. A considerable amount of color is on lever. Blue on loading gate is strong perhaps 80%. Stocks show added oil over original varnish with many bumps and scratches. Checkering re-cut and is fairly sharp. Bore is fine; shiny throughout. Mechanically good. (26-4196/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 30 WCF. S# 11104 (1895 per factory letter). Factory records indicate about 14,000 model '94's were produced during their first year. This second year production rifle (S# applied October 29, 1895) has 26" round barrel fitted with replacement semi-buckhorn rear and broken bead front sights. Winchester markings are on top and caliber is at rear. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1894" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang. Hammer checkering is of early dipped style. American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock has steel tip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory letter with matching specifications. CONDITION: good as partially refurbished. Metal retains traces of original blue were protected. Butt has cold blue added to present smooth dark gray overall color. Considerable original blue remains on bolt and link. Traces of color are on lever. Stocks retain most new varnish. Buttstock appears to be a replacement with bright polished buttplate. Tang and buttplate screws replacements. Forend appears to be original with old marks under new varnish. Bore is fair to good with strong worn rifling; heavily frosted throughout. Action is smooth. (01-30138/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,750-2,500.

RIFLE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 39561. Mfg. in 1895, 2nd year of production. Bbl. 26" round. Replacement bead front with original style express rear sight & "Climbing Lyman" receiver sight missing eye piece. Blue finish with case colored hammer & lever. Button mag. Replacement forend & hard rubber capped pistol grip stock of XXX fancy walnut. Features include style "H" checkering, crescent steel buttplate and Winchester sling eyes. Left inside of the lower tang is marked with assembly # "5541" followed by wood grade marking "XXX". Buttstock underneath buttplate stamped "94 / 5037" w/ 4 punched out numbers". CONDITION: bbl. & action retains over 70% dull blue showing edge wear & light spotting. Lever & hammer have over 70% case colors. Refinished wood shows scattered handling marks. Checkering is recut. Forend exhibits some back & forth play on the mag. tube. Sound action. The bore retains sound rifling. (01-26794). ANTIQUE. $ 1,200-1,800.

Cal. 30 WCF. S# 23109 (1895). Factory records indicate about 14,000 model '94's were produced during their first year. This second year production rifle has 26" tapered round barrel fitted with correct full buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Winchester markings are on top and caliber is at rear. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1894" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang. Hammer checkering is of early dipped style. American walnut buttstock measures 13" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock is held by steel tip. CONDITION: metal shows traces of blue were protected but is mostly a heavily worn silver gray with pin prick pitting. Stocks show light sanding and oil refinish with very many minor marks and some quite deep at right rear of butt and both sides of forend. Bore is good to fine; shiny with light frosting (may clean). Action is smooth. (01-30135/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 32 WS. S# 600742 (1912). The 26" tapered round barrel is fitted with two folding leaf "V" notch rear and silver bead front sights. Winchester info is on left side center of barrel. Nickel steel info is behind rear sight and caliber is toward action. Magazine tube is full length. Typical action is marked "MODEL 1894" "WINCHESTER" and with patent info on top tang which is fitted with Lyman No. 1A tang sight marked "DS" on bottom. American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/4" over crescent steel buttplate; fore stock has steel tip. CONDITION: very good to fine. Barrel and magazine retaining 60-70% original blue. Action is considerably flaked with traces of blue remaining where protected. Flaked areas have been darkened with cold blue. Link retains most of its blue. A considerable amount of color remains on lever. Stocks retain 70-80% original varnish with many marks and minor dings. A small chip is missing from top front right side buttstock and a 3" crack is along left side of barrel channel. Bore is good; appears shiny, may clean to fine. Action is smooth. (26-3616/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

ACTION CARBINE. Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1530516. Bbl. 20". Model 94 flat band lever action carbine mfg. by Winchester circa. WWII and/or early after Model 94 production resumed after the war. Left side of the bbl. is marked with Winchester mfg. information, followed by the Winchester trademark logo, as well as the model and cal. designations. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall. Single band fastened plain wood forearm and straight grip buttstock with flat checkered steel buttplate. Bbl. / mag. tube with distinctive flat band. Ramped, hooded, and aluminum beaded blade front sight, with dovetailed elevation adj. U-notch rear sight. CONDITION: near fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some scattered spots of light surface oxidation, as well as some light superfiical handling marks overall. Mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Wood furniture shows a few superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise presents nicely. A very attractive and high condition example of a Winchester Model 94 flat band carbine. (26-3197/MLW). CURIO. $700-1,100.

IN DESIRABLE 25-35 W.C.F. Cal. 25-35 WCF. S# 1438961. The flat band variation had a brief life span beginning in July 1946 and ending Dec. of 1948 with a total production of approx. 139,000. Mfg. 1947 with 20" bbl having ramp mounted bead front sight and elevator adjustable sporting rear. Full blue finish. Walnut forend and straight grip stock with checkered steel buttplate. The 25-35 chambering remains one of the most desirable calibers amongst Winchester 1894 collectors today. "ARMAX" survey indicates that from S# 1-353,999, only 10.4% of all model 1894 Winchesters were mfg in 25-35. CONDITION: very good overall. Metal surfaces retain 85-90% original blue finish with high edge and carry wear, minor handling marks and scratches. Stock set very good overall with minor scratch on left side of forend behind band and few other scattered dings and impressions. Bore has strong rifling with frosting in grooves. (26-3152/BH). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

IN 25-35 WCF. Cal. 25-35 WCF. S# 549299 (1911). Standard configuration with 20" barrel fitted with express type rear sight with two folding leaves and white bead front in square block. Winchester nickel steel and caliber info are on upper left side of barrel at rear. Carbine has full length magazine. Standard blued action has saddle ring and stud on left side. A Lyman #2 aperture sight is on top tang. Walnut buttstock measures 13-1/4" over Winchester buttplate. Matching forend is held by single band. CONDITION: fine as completely refinished retaining nearly all well done finishes on both wood and metal. There is a chip out of the toe of buttplate. Bore is fair may clean to good. Mechanically good. (26-4168/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Cal. 38-55 WCF. S#. 1061025. Bbl. 20" round. Mfg. in 1928. Blue finish. Plain wood forearm & straight grip stock, with steel carbine buttplate. Pinned blade front sight w/ U notch carbine ladder rear sight. Left side of receiver is mounted w/ a saddle ring. Bbl. has been bored out and remarked to .38-55. CONDITION: metal components retain 85% original blue finish, showing some areas of wear, thinning, flaking, and surface oxidation overall. Bright bore, exhibiting what appears to be a layer of hardened grease, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered superficial marks. (26-2135/DS). CURIO. $800-1,200.

TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH ORIGINAL 1920 RECEIPT, PAPERWORK AND KYNOCH AMMUNITION. Cal. 405 WCF. S#. 403861. Bbl. 24" tapered round of Nickel Steel. Ramp mounted Marble Sheard gold bead front sight with filler in rear dovetail. Lyman "Climbin Lyman" No. 21 receiver sight. Front receiver ring is matted. Ebony tipped Schnabel forearm and straight grip walnut stock with crescent steel butt plate. Forearm and toe line of the stock have original Winchester sling eyes. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box has top and end labels with blue and red printing. End label is stamped "SPECIAL". Box contains cardboard dividers and the original sling without sling hooks in unused condition. Found in the box is a hand written itemized receipt from R. C. Bailey, "The Winchester Store", Machias, Maine. The receipt is made out to Mr. Theodore Gellert, with clerk initials "FL". Stated items are "Winchester Model 95 No. 403618 $62.25". and "10 Boxes 405 Cart. At each @ $4.40, $44.40". The clerk transposed the S# number showing 403618 rather than the actual No. 403861. All 10 yellow and red 10 round boxes of Kynoch 300 grain soft point ammo are present. Seven boxes are full. Two contain 6 loaded rounds each and one has 10 fired brass. Many of the boxes retain their $4.40 Abercrombie & Fitch price tags. Also includes a hang tag envelope for the 9 page General Instruction brochure, a 77 page instruction booklet and a 32 page Winchester Guns and Ammo pocket catalog. CONDITION: exceptional rifle, retaining over 90% blue. Mag box shows areas fading to brown patina from decades of storage. The receiver shows small spots of flaking, slight edge wear and handling marks Forward section of the barrel shows some fading with wear spots and handling marks. Original wood finish shows scattered light handling marks. The crescent steel buttplate retains very good blue indicative of a rifle that has seen very little use. The bolt face and carrier show no obvious sign of usage. Bright excellent bore. (26-4420 DS). CURIO. $12,000-18,000.

TRANSITIONAL SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. .236 USN. S# 13053. The 28" tapered round barrel (most sporters had 24") is fitted with semi-buckhorn rear sight and German silver blade front in short double ended ramp that cannot be made from the square boss sight base on military barrels. Winchester information is at top center. Nickel steel and smokeless powder info to left of rear sight and caliber at top rear. Straight pull action with opening lever on right and clip feed box magazine has Winchester and patent info on left side, the latest date being "95" (Most sporters had an additional patent date "98". This rifle possibly marks a transition from military to civilian production.) American walnut capped pistol grip stock (Winchester marked cap) measures 14-3/8" over blued steel buttplate. Front part of stock has finger grooves and ends in schnabled tip. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Appears unfired and retains nearly all original factory finishes on wood and metal. A thumb nail size area of cleaned rust is noted on left side of barrel 14" behind muzzle. There is some light pin prick pitting found on left side top of action which also shows some browning of blue. There a few other minor handling and assembly marks on metal. Stock is exceptional, with only a few very minor handling marks found. Bore is bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Mechanically crisp. Possibly the finest Lee sporter in existence. Doubly rare given its transitional features. (26-3542/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

TRANSITIONING TO SPORTER PRODUCTION. Cal. .236 USN. S# 11425. This exact rifle is pictured on page 44 of "THE WINCHESTER-LEE RIFLE" by Eugene Myszkowski and states "Military pattern rifle serial number 11425 was fitted with a custom Lyman bolt peep sight adjustable for both windage and elevation. The rear sight has been removed and handguard fitted with a wood filler piece to cover the opening. The serial number ledger indicates that the rifle was sent to "Russ" for unspecified work and shipped November 18, 1899". It is not clear if this was an experimental or prototype design but there were a number of non- standard variations taking place within this serial number range. (See Lot 3066 S#11127). The 28" tapered round barrel is unmarked. Military rear sight has been removed (sight hole in hand guard has been plugged and a groove has been cut in top to aid sighting with specially made Lyman type aperture sight with windage adjustment that attaches to gas shield on bolt). Front sight blade is replaced by King No. 1 triple bead sight that is pinned into original square mounting block. Action has Winchester info and patent dates (last being "95") on left sidewall. S# is on receiver ring and there are no military markings. Front of box magazine without bottom cover has hole for sling loop mounting. Walnut pistol grip stock is fitted with steel carbine type buttplate with trap in butt. A sling mount is on toeline. Stock attaches to barrel with two bands both with sling loops; front with bayonet lug. CONDITION: very fine. Metal retaining over 90% of what appears to be original blue and shows some high edge wear on magazine box. Bolt knob has browned. Stock retains nearly all of its original oil finish with light scratches and marks. Finish on hand guard matches extremely well and appears to be original. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. (26-3540/MGM). CURIO. $4,000-6,000.

DELUXE SPORTING RIFLE. Cal.6mm Lee Navy. S#11127. Mfg 1898. This exact rifle is pictured on page 163 of "THE WINCHESTER HANDBOOK" By George Madis stating "Consider that few Sporter Lees were made and remember that an even smaller number had special order extras. Very few guns of this model will have extras such as No.11127, a takedown Sporter. This rifle has a twenty-eight inch barrel. When this rifle was made in 1898, a number of experimental systems were patented and were to see very limited use." Rifle is also pictured in THE WINCHESTER-LEE RIFLE" By Eugene Myszkowski on page 45 which states " Take down rifle serial number 11127 was listed as a military pattern arm in the serial number ledger and shipped June, 4 1908. It is not known when the Take down conversion was done or who did it. The trigger guard retains the snap swivel eye and the 28 inches barrel has the groove for the upper barrel band screw." Barrel 28" tapered with post mounted blade front sight and ramp mounted elevator adjustable rear. 2-piece checkered walnut forend and round knob pistol grip. buttstock having checkered hard rubber Winchester " Wagon Wheel" butt plate. It is not known when this military arm was converted to take down deluxe sporter configurations or whether this is some sort of experimental prototype but as Madis states there were a number of non- standard variations taking place within this serial number range. (See Lot 3065 S#11425). CONDITION: Blued metal parts retain 70% original appearing finish with thinning to barrel and take down ring, mild scattered freckling as well as some scattered dings and finish scratches. Gloss finished stock set appears moderately worn with numerous light to moderate dents, impressions and scratches. Lightly frosted bore shows strong rifling. mechanically fine. A unique documented Lee Navy that appears one of a kind. (01-30310/BH). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

Cal. .405 WCF. S# 60268 (1908). The 24" tapered round barrel is fitted with Winchester semi-buckhorn rear and white bead front sights. Nickel steel barrel markings and caliber are marked at left rear. Winchester proofs are on barrel and left side of stippled area on top of action. Typical model 95 action has model, maker's name and "TRADEMARK" are on top tang. Action is fitted with Lyman number 21 rear sight (Climbin' Lyman). American walnut buttstock is fitted with crescent buttplate; matching forend has insert in schnabled tip. CONDITION: very good to fine retaining most of its original blue on metal with some flaking and overall pin prick pitting. Stocks retain most of their original finish with marks and scratches; forend has added varnish. Bore is good fairly shiny; frosted throughout. Mechanically smooth. (26-4195/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. .30-06. S# 418893 (1923). This fairly late production rifle has 24" takedown nickel steel barrel fitted with Marbles rear sight and white bead front in original ramp. Left side marked with steel and caliber at rear. Typical model 95 action has stippled top with offset proof mark. Winchester model info on top tang. Straight grip walnut buttstock measures 13" over checkered steel buttplate and has sling eye on toeline. Matching forend has hard rubber insert on schnabled tip and matching sling eye. CONDITION: very good to fine retaining most original factory finishes with about 80% blue on barrel with some freckling. Action is also freckled and shows light cleaning toward front and with flaking on right side top. Stocks show many light marks and scratches in their original finish. Bore is shiny with strong rifling throughout; mechanically fine. (26-3632 /MGM). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 30 Army (30-40 Krag). S# 423142 (1929). Standard configuration with 22" barrel, hand guard and carbine rear sight; forend with finger groove attached with one screwed on band. Typical action is stamped ".30" "ARMY" on round top receiver ring with proof. Winchester info and saddle ring are on left side; tang is marked with maker, model, and patent info. American walnut stocks are varnished. Buttstock has carbine type steel plate with compartment. CONDITION: very good to fine barrel retaining about 50% original blue with some rust splotches. Action retains about less than half original blue most loss due to flaking these areas are now brown. Stocks retain most of their original light varnish with many marks and dings; buttplate is nearly all brown. Bore is bright and shiny sharp rifling throughout; mechanically smooth. (26-3795/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 30-40 Krag. S# 82308 (1914). Standard configuration with 22" barrel, hand guard and carbine rear sight; forend with finger groove attached with one screwed on band. Typical action is stamped ".30" on round top receiver ring which is not proofed. Winchester info and saddle ring are on left side; tang is marked with maker and model. American walnut stocks are varnished. Buttstock has carbine type steel buttplate with compartment. CONDITION: very fine retaining nearly all original finishes on barrel and wood. Action shows considerable flaking to almost all gray on right side and has about 60% original blue remaining on left. Bright blue remains on small parts and buttplate retains about half of its original blue. Bore is shiny with strong rifling and some light pits toward muzzle; mechanically smooth. (26-2938/MGM). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

MODEL 1887 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. S# 21535. Mfg. 1888 & subsequently upgraded to current configuration. 24" bbl. with brass bead front sight. Action has been color cased hardened. Left side of action has stylized "WRA Co" surrounded by double straight line borders which in turn are surrounded by foliate scroll engraving over punch dot background, as are the 2 action screw heads. The entirety of which engraved around contours with straight line & wavy border. Right side of action engraved with pointing dog in circle. Scene is surrounded by foliate scroll over punch dot background. Remaining borders and scroll mirror the left side. Bbl. & mag. tube finished in a custom Rich charcoal blue. Gloss finished checkered and nicely figured Custom fitted walnut forend panels and round knob pistol grip buttstock with checkered Bishop hard rubber buttplate. Bbl. & mag. tube retain 98% custom bluing with only polish marks visible. Action retains 95% vivid case colors with light high edge wear. Stock set retains 98% gloss finish with only a couple minor finish scratches. There is a singular minor loss at head of stock right side measuring approx. 1/2" x 1/8". Bore has been cleaned with evidence of prior pitting. An overall nicely embellished Winchester 1887 custom shotgun. (01-30308/BH). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

Cal. 12 Ga. 2-1/2" (black powder only). S# A22576 (1894). The first John Browning designed slide action. 2,224 were returned to Winchester and destroyed as part of a exchange program for a new model 1897; instituted because of structural weakness in the 1893 design. This survivor has 30" full choke barrel with Winchester markings on top. Slide is marked "WINCHESTER" "MODEL 1893". Blued action has top cut away for easy loading. This feature was eliminated in later design. American walnut round knob buttstock measures 13-1/8" over steel buttplate; forend has 17 grooves. CONDITION: fine. Metal retaining about 75% original blue. Stocks with most of their original varnish finish. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically good. (01-30300/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

ACTION SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4". S# 471704 (1909). The 30" plain barrel with Winchester markings at top rear is stamped "FULL". Blued action is unmarked except for S#. Plain American walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14" over Winchester buttplate. Forend has 18 grooves. CONDITION: very fine. Metal retaining about 90% original blue with high edge wear and scattered marks and scratches mostly on left side of action. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with marks and dings; 3 or 4 fairly deep on butt. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically fine. (26-4218/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

SLIDE ACTION RIFLE TO FAMED TRICKSHOOTER "TWO GUN" NANA GABLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# 566579. Mfg. 1919. Factory presentation Winchesters are tremendously rare today, these guns were typically reserved for prominent political figures, notable celebrities, famous trick shot artists and marksmen. Nan Gable (1880-1964) catapulted into the limelight while performing in both Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show and Pawnee Bill's Far East Troupe as an expert trick shooter, roping expert & Oriental dancer. Included with this lot is a copy of the April 1923 Winchester Herald article picturing Gable holding two Model 06 Experts with oval presentation plates in the left side of the buttstocks. Excerpt from article states "She uses Winchester exclusively and is proud of her pair of 06 rifles, specially finished and mounted with engraved nameplates." This rifle appears to be one of the two pictured. Gable's performing career began in 1899 as Oriental dancer "Princess Omene". Following her marriage to fellow performer, Frank Gable, Nan began appearing in shows as a cowgirl "Lariat Expert" alongside Frank. Eventually the pair would go on to perform in both Buffalo Bill and Pawnee Bill's show with Nana taking on the moniker "Montana Girl". At one point Nana Gable was the highest grossing performer amongst exhibition shooters. In September 1910 Nana Gable departed on a ride which would propel her into legendary status, beginning in San Francisco with the final destination being New York. The feat resulted in Gable becoming the first documented individual (male or female) to ride coast to coast solo. The trip gained nationwide attention and lasted 180 days. Newspapers across the Country advertised the venture as a 4,496 mile excursion. Barrel 20" round with standard sporting sights. Blued bbl. & mag. tube. Receiver is nickel plated. Smooth walnut "milk pail" style slide handle & pistol grip stock with Winchester "wagon wheel buttplate". Left side of stock inletted with silver oval presentation plaque reading "Presented to our friend NANA GABLE BY THE WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. Dec. 1922.". This rifle was the recipient of the "Best Single Weapon Display" at the 50th Anniversary Winchester Arms Collectors Association show Cody, WY 2025. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: WACA award plaque. Biographical book of Nana Gable by Mary Higginbothem. Framed copy of Winchester Herald article featuring Gable. Two reproduction promotional posters featuring Gable's likeness. CONDITION: bbl. & mag tube have faded to a mottled gray / brown patina with scattered light freckling, minor dings & scratches. Traces of original blue remain in protected areas. Stock set is unsanded but well word with traces of original finish remaining. There are numerous small dents & chips in wood, notably slide handle. Nickeled parts retain 75% bright original nickel with areas of flaked finish and peppery oxidation. Plaque exhibits small area of oxidation at right side. Bright bore with crisp rifling which highlights the care taken by one who's livelihood was tied to the performance of this "tool of the trade". Mechanically excellent. An awe inspiring throwback to the turn of the century Wild West American Cowgirl. (26-3204/BH). CURIO. $25,000-35,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 22 Short. S# 611503. Mfg 1917. Bbl. 24" octagon with dovetailed German silver blade front sight and Sporting rear sight. Action is nickel plated with blued bbl. & mag. tube. 12 Groove walnut slide handle & straight grip stock with nickel plated crescent steel buttplate. Both sides of stock stamped "7". CONDITION: Bbl. & mag. tube retain 20% original thinning blue, turning brown with age. Traces of strong original blue remain in protected areas. Receiver retains 90% original nickel with scattered spots of minor flaking and light sharp edge wear. Stock set show even wear with with scattered light to moderate handling marks & scratches; traces of original finish remain. Leaded bore with visible rifling. (26-2841/BH). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

W.R.F. Cal. 22 W.R.F. S# 284011. Mfg. 1906. Bbl. 24" octagon with dovetailed bead front sight & standard sporting rear. Full blue finish. 12 groove walnut slide handle & straight grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: metal parts retain 60% original blue with high edge wear, thinning & freckling throughout. slide handle retains traces of original finish with a few minor impressions. Buttstock retains 70% original finish with thinning at wrist along with scattered minor dings & handling marks. Lightly worn bore shows good rifling. Mechanically fine. (26-2842/BH). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

RIFLE. Cal. 348 Win. S# 37234. Mfg. 1951. Bbl. 24" with ramp mounted bead front sight & elevator adjustable sporting rear sight. Full blue finished metal parts. Serrated hammer. Checkered gloss finished beavertail forend & capped pistol grip buttstock with checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: metal parts retain 97% bright original blue with light muzzle wear, a couple finish scratches on left side of forend cap & small spots of extremely faint freckling. Stock set retains 97% original gloss finish with 2 small spots of flaking on left side of butt as well as a few minor impressions. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Shell carrier & bolt face appear unused, possibly unfired. Mechanically excellent. (26-4231/BH). CURIO. 2,500-3,500.

(DEER RIFLE PACKAGE). Cal. 32 WS. S# 1625173 (1949). Standard configuration with 24-1/4" barrel, semi-buckhorn rear and bead front sight in integral ramp with hood. Standard 94 type action has pistol grip tang. Somewhat figured American walnut checkered stocks with checkered steel buttplate. Rifle is equipped with leather sling in deluxe swivels (promoted as deer rifle package). CONDITION: very fine retaining over 95% blue with a hint of edge wear. There are a few minor marks and scratches in stock finish. Checkering is still light in color with hardly any wear. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically crisp. Sling is good. (26-4214/MGM). CURIO. $1,750-2,500.

Cal. .30-.30 WIN. S# 1967676. The 24" round barrel has rear sight dovetail plugged. Bead front is in integral ramp with cover. Correct Winchester marking on left rear. Magazine is 3/4 length. Action based on the model 94 has pistol grip type bottom tang. A Lyman receiver sight is installed. Attractively figured American walnut buttstock measures 13-1/4" over checkered steel buttplate and has Winchester grip cap. Stocks are checkered and fitted with sling eyes for super grade type swivels. CONDITION: fine to very fine. Barrel showing some light scratches and marks from original rear sight. Action retains 60-70% blue with loss from normal hand wear around bottom, thinning and silvering elsewhere. Stocks retain most of their original varnish with some chipping on butt. Checkering is moderately worn. Bore is fine, bright and shiny. Mechanically good. (26-3654/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 219 Zipper. S# 657844. The 26-1/4" tapered round barrel fitted with semi-buckhorn rear sight and bead front in integral ramp. Left rear is marked "MODEL 64" and with Winchester, steel and caliber info. Barrel installer name is also present "A D Forkey". A half magazine is fitted. Standard action with model and maker info on top tang has been drilled and tapped for scope mount on left side. Walnut stocks feature crescent buttplate and steel tip. CONDITION: fair to good. Barrel retaining nearly all of a re-blue. Action considerably worn and re-blued over a lot of pitting. Stocks are good with old finish; slightly under metal. Bore is dark; may clean. Mechanically good. (26-4165/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Cal. 25-20 WCF. S# 203 (1924). The 22" round barrel is fitted with semi-buckhorn rear sight; gold bead front sight is in integral ramp. Winchester markings including model, "NICKEL STEEL" and caliber are at left rear. 92 type action has Winchester markings on top tang. Walnut buttstock is fitted with serrated steel buttplate. Half magazine and forend are held by steel cap. CONDITION: very good. Metal parts retaining a goodly amount of original blue under lightly cleaned overall rusting presenting a heavy salt and pepper appearance to action. Stocks have oil added to their original finish with a good many marks and scratches. Bore is bright, sharp and shiny. Mechanically fine. (26-4229/MGM). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 30 WCF. S# 1083409. About 20,000 of these rifles were produced, solid frame is seldom seen. This good example has 24-1/4" tapered round barrel and is fitted with "U" notch rear sight. Brass bead front sight is in integral ramp. Left rear of barrel is marked "MODEL 55-WINCHESTER-NICKEL STEEL- 30 W.C.F.-" over "TRADE MARK". Action is standard 94 type. Walnut stocks have serrated steel buttplate and steel cap to forend with button magazine. CONDITION: very fine. Barrel and action retaining 70-80% original blue; most loss is on action with considerable silvering and wear on high edges which also show some flaking and light pin prick rusting. Link is near completely flaked to gray brown. Blue on lever is good. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with many marks and dings. Bore is very fine; sharp and shiny. Mechanically good. (26-4228/MGM). CURIO. $1,800-2,700.

Cal. 30-30. S# 6578970. Bbl. 24" tapered round bbl. Blade front with sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Angle ejector action. Top tang sliding safety. Blue finish. Band fastened long wood forend and pistol grip stock with cut checkering. Mfg. 1995-2006. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original box. Box contains owner's manual & associated papers along with the trigger lock. CONDITION: as new in box. (26-2819/DS). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 30-30. S# 3236055. Bbl. 20". Model 94 lever action carbine mfg. by Winchester in 1969. Left side of the bbl. exhibits standard factory markings denoting the model and cal. designations. Receiver exhibits a blackened (likely black chrome plate process) receiver, with remaining metal components exhibiting a typical blue finish. Single band fastened sanded & refinished plain wood forearm and straight grip buttplate with flat checkered steel buttplate. Aluminum beaded ramped blade front sight and elevation adj. U-notch rear sight. Left side of receiver is factory drilled and tapped for a sight mount. CONDITION: receiver retains large amounts of its original finish, exhibiting edge wear showing through to silvering, as well as scattered handling marks and scratches overall. Standard blued parts retain the majority of their original factory finish, showing some wear and thinning fading to gray patina, with scattered spots of light surface oxidation present overall. Mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Wood furniture shows scattered marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sound. (26-3231/MLW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Cal. 30-40 Krag. S# 00329MT95L. Mfg. 2006 by Browning using Winchester trademark. Barrel 22" with blade front sight and ladder rear sight. 1895 action with tang safety and saddle ring. Walnut stock set with carbine trapdoor buttplate. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent with scattered light marks. Strong rifling with light residue on lands. (26-2921/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.

GRADE I LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH MATCHING BOX. Cal. 30-30. S# CN10125. Mfg. 1994 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Model 94. Standard config. with 26" barrel, blued finish with #9 style engraving and checkered walnut stock set. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box with paperwork and outer sleeve. Includes shipping sleeve. CONDITION: as NIB. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col. (26-894/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

WINCHESTER RIFLE. Cal. 22 S, L, LR. S# 241564. Standard configuration with 24" barrel with Winchester markings on left rear and gold bead front sight is in dovetailed ramp, rear sight missing; dovetail open. Barrel and action are engraved with considerable coverage of semi-relief large shaded scroll surrounding game scenes on sides; major subjects are inlaid in high relief silver. A jackrabbit is running through open cut-over woodland on left side, while a squirrel is perched on a branch on right. Action is fitted with Winchester 56B receiver sight engraved en suite. Original walnut stocks have been relief carved with acanthus scroll. Scroll on butt surrounds point pattern checkering. White bone grip cap has initials "GHF"; scrimshawed. CONDITION: very fine as custom finished with only a few minor marks visible in wood. Bore appears to be good except for bulge in barrel 2" behind muzzle. Mechanically fine. (26-4182/MGM). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

ALONG WITH OTHER MAKERS. The plethora of Winchester memorabilia ranges from ephemera, tools, reloading & other commercial goods. Notable items include: Reloading bullet model for 32-165 & Model 1894 reloading tool for 32-40.- 3 one handed saws along with large 2 man crosscut saw. Along with Singling Hatchets.-Numerous tools contains in Winchester & Western ammo crates along with NRA crate: including 30" level, completed auger bit set in pouch, folding ruler, scraper planes, drill bits, hacksaws, chisel.- Ephemera & metal signs include 44 various Winchester, Ruger & Remington booklets & catalogs, & Winchester Headquarters banner - Various knives & cutlery items include including 2007 & 2009 Limited Edition Scrimshaw knife sets along with Wild Bill Hickok Knife set, carving set with bag, draw knife. - Other notable items include Putter, Fishing rods, Garden rake, electric iron, coffee mugs, food grinders, scale, & roller skates. Also included is Winchester 1 1/2 Volt battery (PICKUP ONLY). CONDITION: items appear in wide range of condition from fair intact to very good with varying degree of wear, patina & marks. PROVENANCE: From a Private Blue Hill Maine Collection. (02-27471/MD). NON-GUN. $2,400-7,500.

Regulator clock mfg. by the Sessions Clock Company in Forestville, Connecticut circa 1920. The clock face is marked "ASK FOR" above the Winchester trademark logo and "GUNS AND CARTRIDGES/ MADE FOR ALL KINDS OF SHOOTING", with a boxed "W/ BRAND", followed by a boxed "Sold by All Firearms Dealers". All above "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS Co./ NEW HAVEN CONN USA". Bottom of face border is marked "MADE BY THE SESSIONS CLOCK CO. FORESTVILLE. CONN. U.S.A.". Clock body is comprised of oak, stained walnut. Measuring 28" from top to bottom and 17" wide, with the face measuring 12" in diameter. Glass pane for the clock face features a brass bezel. Glass pendulum door pane exhibits reverse painted decorative double gold borders, with a red stylized Winchester "W" embellishment present at the center of the pane. Pendulum is covered with an attractive brass plate. Clock is accompanied by a period brass key. Consignor states that the movement has recently been serviced. CONDITION: Clock body is very good to excellent overall. Brass housing exhibits a pleasing mellow patina, the face retains vibrant coloring, with some appropriate fading overall and some discoloration to the white background that is synonymous with age. Double borders and stylized "W" on pendulum door pane. An extremely attractive Winchester advertising clock with a recently serviced movement, that will make for an fine and functional addition to one's collection. (02-27837/KAT). $1,500-2,500.

This ad. measures approx. 42" by 31" when opened up. This advertisement showcases the Winchester Model 12, 42 and 21 shotguns along with ammo boxes on right side pop-up portion. Left side pop-up portion features Model 54, 64 and 63 rifles along with respective ammo boxes. Center portion showcases lithograph of Arthur Davenport Fullers painting "Hunters with Beagle". Painting shows three hunters with bird dogs along with hair, rooster and hen pheasant. Display comes with cardboard shipping sleeve. CONDITION: display has wonderful colors showing light staining along with tears in frame on edges. Flaps of display has been detached at one time and assembled using heavy duty tape. (02-27476/MD). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

Calendar measures approx. 28" x 15". The remaining calendar starts in August. Illustration titled "Look At 'Em" by Edmund Osthaus shows 2 hunters in business suits with bird dog looking out window. Calendar has cardboard backing. CONDITION: calendar is encased in cellophane & unable to inspect outside cellophane. Calendar has fair appearance with folding creases & missing pieces in top corners. Illustration is legible. (02-27474/MD). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

SELF-LOADING SHOTGUNS. Print measures approx. 26" x 15.5" visible through glass. Print shows bird dog swimming with duck in mouth with "WINCHESTER / SELF-LOADING SHOTGUNS / For / Fowl, Bird or Trap Shooting". Frame measures 29" x 18". CONDITION: unable to inspect print outside of frame, but print shows good colors with holes, creases & tears. Frame in good appearance with scattered chips. (02-27475/MD). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

Frame measures approx. 25" by 35.5". Advertisement ad. measures approx. 20" by 30" through framed glass. DuPont explosives ad. features "GENEVA WINNER OF THE NATIONAL FIELD TRIAL CHAMPIONSHIP, 1903" with picture of English setter. This ad. was for retailing reproductions of said portrait. CONDITION: unable to inspect print out of frame; frame shows water damage, large tears, creases and holes. Frame in very good condition. (02-27473/MD). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Print size approx. 35" x 25". Frame size approx. 41" x 34". Iconic advertising picture featuring 2 bear dogs in front with 2 bloodhounds farther back in the barn setting. Plain wood frame with jointed corners. CONDITION: print shows considerable damage from large puncture holes through print along with holes along edges from where frame attached to print. Frame shows wear & cracking. (02-27472/MD). NON-GUN. $400-600.

Cal. 44-40. S# 3178. The Colt Burgess had a very limited production run with only 6,403 manufactured from 1883-1885. This production model's life was cut short due to Winchester and Colt's agreement to not compete with each other. If Colt stayed out of the longarm market, Winchester would avoid manufacturing handguns. This exceptional example is atypical condition-wise from what few are found today which are normally devoid of most, if not all finish. High polished Colt blued action. Barrel & mag. tube are browned rather than blued which has been noted on numerous examples as factory original. Case hardened lever, hammer & buttplate. Walnut forend & straight grip stock. CONDITION: receiver retains 85-90% bright original blue with mild thinning, fine scratches, high edge wear and even light freckling. Bbl. & mag. tube retain 90% original browned finish with light muzzle and sharp corner wear along with mild freckling. Hammer & lever retain 40% original case colors. Forend has lightly hand worn original open pore oil finish with a few scattered scratches and handling marks. Buttstock has been lightly sanded with added layer of varnish added,moderate lined impression on right side of stock behind lever. Bright bore with strong rifling. A stunning Colt Burgess that would be difficult to improve upon. (01-29862/BH). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

Cal. 12ga. S# 3053. Bbl. 19 1/2" of fluid steel with blade front sight. 2/3 length tubular mag. Unique action is hinged at the bottom with a release lever at the top allowing it to fold in the middle. The action ius operated by a steel sleeve with hard rubber round knob grip that slides over the wrist of the Walnut stock. Steel capped checkered forearm. LOP: 13 1/4" over original butt plate. Overall length 37 1/4". Folded length 19 1/2". Mfg. 1892-1899, the gun was marketed for police, guard and messenger use. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: modern custom leather waist holster by G. J. Halbmaier. CONDITION: metal finish is fading to brown showing carry wear. Release lever has lightly faded blue. Forearm shows heavy wear with dents, marks, cracks and thinned checkering. Stock shows finish wear with scratches & marks. Hard rubber slide handle has worn checkering. Bore shows spotted pitting most prevalent towards the breech end. (01-30212/DS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 45-85-285. S#. 5630. Mfg. 1891. Colt produced only approx 6,500 of these large frame rifles from 1887-94 making them the scarcest variation of the Lightning line of rifles. Fit with the standard 28" octagon bbl with dovetailed Rocky Mountain german silver blade front sight, elevator adjustable U-notch rear sight, standard 2-line bbl address, & engraved stylized caliber marking. Full length magazine. Checkered point pattern forearm. Smooth straight grip walnut butt with smooth steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl & mag tube retain approx 30% of the original finish with the balance blending into an even brown patina. Frame has a similar amount of remaining finish and a matching patina with a few scattered light scratches. Nice crisp markings. Forearm is sound with hand wear to the checkering and a couple of heavy dents. Butt has been lightly sanded and remains in good condition with only a few minor handling marks. Bore has deep rifling with some scattered pitting. (01-29868/ZAL) ANTIQUE $4500-6500

RIFLE. Cal. 44-40. S# 18326. Mfg. 1886. Fit with a standard 26" round bbl with dovetailed Rocky Mountain silver blade front sight, elevator adjustable sporting rear sight, 44 CAL marking, & standard 1st type Hartford bbl address with only the 1883 patent date. Standard frame without sliding breech cover. Point pattern checkered forearm. Smooth straight grip walnut butt with smooth steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Overall very good. Bbl & mag tube retain 40% of the original blue with the balance blending with a brown patina and light muzzle wear. The frame retains 30% of the original blue with a blended brown patina and scattered light handling marks. The forearm is good with some light hand wear. The butt has a couple of chips along the lower tang and has been sanded. The buttplate is proud of the butt at the toe. Bore is good with some light frosting, strong rifling, and some scattered pitts. (01-29869/ZAL) ANTIQUE $3000-5000

MAGAZINE RIFLE. Cal. 22 RF. S# 61062. Mfg. 1901. Fit with a standard 24" octagon with 2-line Hartford address. 1/2 magazine. Smooth borderline carved forearm. Combination tang peep sight. Smooth straight grip butt. CONDITION: Overall very good-fine. The bbl and mag tube retains 92% of the original bluing. The frame has 90% of the original blue with some scattered light handling marks. Nice forearm with some light handling marks. The butt has been refinished with added varnish. Nice bore with strong rifling. (01-29980/ZAL) CURIO $1500-2250

Cal. 12 ga. 2 1/2". S# 5178. Bbl. 30" of Damascus steel. Steel front bead. Fixed Mod & Mod chokes. Case colored box-lock action has Standard Model border line engraving. Double triggers. Extractors. Automatic safety. Round knob pistol grip stock and Ebony tipped splinter forend of fine American Walnut have point pattern hand checkering. LOP: 14 1/4" over original rampant colt marked hard rubber butt-plate. Toe line has a silver oval name plate. Mfg. in 1891. A total of 7,366 model 1883s were produced in 3 grades from 1883-1895. CONDITION: action retains over 30% nicely visible case colors. Top lever, forend iron & trigger guard have over 50% fire blue. Barrels have over 50% original browned finish showing good Damascus pattern with scattered spots of corrosion. Stocks have lightly worn finish & checkering showing numerous scratches & marks. The action is tight & on-face. Bores are generally bright showing spots of very light pitting. (01-29917/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

TYPE 2 COLT NEW MODEL POLICE BREECH LOADING REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 3558. This fine example is featured on page 16 of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". It was presented to "SETH PAUL / WITH COMPLIMENTS OF / SAML P. COLT" July 1, 1872. It is fit with a 4.5" '62 bbl that has an ejector and 1-line New York address. The "COLT / PATENT" marked frame has a small hammer screw and internal loading gate spring. 5-shot round stage coach scene rebated cylinder. Brass straps. Smooth factory varnished walnut 1-piece grips. The bbl, cyl, frame, straps, & grips are all matchin SN. The loading gate and arbor have matching assembly numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory blue velvet lined compartment case with 74rd cartridge block. CONDITION: Overall very fine. The bbl retains70% flaking original blue. The cyl has a great cylinder scene and 25% flaking original blue in the protected areas. The frame has 70% fading case coloring. The back strap has great detail with the engraved presentation and a small amount of the original silver in the upper area behind the hammer. The trigger guard has 75% remaining original silver. The grips are very nice with 90% of the original varnish remaining and small handling marks. Nice bore. The case is very good with a few minor check cracks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29288/ZAL) ANTIQUE $10,000-15,000

PRESENTATION COLT NEW MODEL POLICE TYPE 1 BREECH LOADING REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 131. Caldwell Colt was only 3 years old when his father, Samuel Colt, passed away in Jan of 1862. He was the only of four siblings to survive to adulthood. When he was 15 he presented this revolver to Thomas Hogan with the presentation "From Caldwell H Colt to / Tho's Hogan Aug. 20th 74" located on the backstrap. At the time he was working with the factory and the firm was marketing the New Model cartridge guns hoping to gain popularity in the open top small frame cartridge guns. This fine revolver was a lavish gift, but it is not known of the relationship the young Colt had with Hogan. The fine engraving of L.D. Nimschke covers 3/4 of the surfaces of this revolver. The 4.5" bbl with ejector and 1-line Hartford address is decorated with a nick & dot border at the muzzle and accented with 4 sprays of foliate scroll with punch-dot backgrounds. The bbl flats have 3/4 length scroll & punch dot panels of human and dogs head accents. The engraving was correctly finished prior to the final machining for the ejector housing. The breech ring and loading gate have a geometric border engraving with full coverage scroll with punch dot backgrounds. The hammer is decorated with a serpents head and scroll. The engraved "COLTS / PATENT" markings on the frame are stylized within a scroll vignette. The balance of the frame and bolster area are fully covered with foliate scroll and punch-dot engraving with bear & humanoid head accents. The 5-shot fluted cyl is decorated with sprays of scroll and terminated with a chip and dot border. It is fitted with the original set of checkered ivory stocks. The frame, bbl, cyl, grips, & straps have all matching SN. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Period green velvet lined compartmentalized case with 29 rd ammo block. CONDITION: Overall very good. The inscription, engraving and markings are crisp. The bbl and cylinder has traces of the original blue in the most protected of areas with a few spots of mild mottling. The frame has a few small traces of case colors in the sheltered areas. The straps retain 80% of the original silver. Grips are sound with some minor age checking. Bore has some light wear and a few minor patches of oxidation. Case is very good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29282/ZAL) ANTIQUE $8000-12000

TRANSITIONAL TYPE 2 COLT NEW MODEL POLICE BREECH LOADING REVOLVER IN 38 CF. S# 4995. This rare little gem was part of a shipment of 70 revolvers that were sent to London in September of 1872. The London shipped guns fall within the SN range 4959-5036. They were in a transitional configuration with a large hammer screw, "COLT / PATENT" frame marking, & outside gate spring. This example is fit with a rare 6.5" bbl with ejector, 1-line New York address, & small London proofs. 5-Shot round stage coach scene rebated cylinder with small London proofs. "COLT / PATENT" marked frame with external loading gate spring & large hammer screw. Trigger guard and backstrap are both silver plated with a "36 CAL" marked on the left side of the trigger guard flat. Smooth 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbers on the bbl, frame, grips, straps, & cyl. Loading gate and arbor have matching assembly numbers. CONDITION: Overall very fine example. The bbl retains 96% of the original blue with some scattered light scratches. Cylinder & ejector housing show approx 60% of the mildly flaking finish. Frame has 85% vivid case colors. Grips have the majority of their original varnish. Very nice bore with some light rifling wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29292/ZAL) ANTIQUE $4000-6000

MODEL POLICE TYPE 2 CENTER FIRE BREECH LOADING REVOLVERS. S# 5694 & 4964. BOTH 38 CF.This set is featured on pg 104 of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". The set is housed in a rare Thomas Horsley and Son double gun case with the retailer's label found on the inside of the lid. GUN 1 (5694) is fit with a 4.5" '62 bbl with ejector, 1-line New York address, & small London proofs. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene & small London proofs. " PAT. JULY. 25. 1871 / PAT. JULY. 2. 1872" marked frame with large hammer screw & exposed loading gate spring. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, cyl, straps & grips have all matching numbers. The arbor and loading gate have matching assembly numbers. GUN 2 (4964) is a transitional type 2 that was within the shipment of 70 revolvers that were sent to London in September 1872. These guns fall within SN range 4959-5036. It is fit with a 4.5" '62 bbl with ejector, 1-line New York address, and small London proofs. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene and small London proofs. "COLT PATENT" marked frame with large hammer screw, and exposed loading gate spring. The right trigger guard flat is stamped with the "von Oppen mark". A stamp that was applied by Frederick von Oppen, Colt's London agent. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, cyl, straps, & grips have matching SN. Arbor and loading gate have matching assembly numbers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: English dealer supplied double gun case with accessories, 1970 letter from John Malloy discussing case and pistol. CONDITION: Gun 1 (5694) Overall good. The bbl & cyl finish has faded with only a very small amount in the most protected of areas. Frame retains approx 50% of its faded case colors. Straps have a small amount of silver in the protected areas. Grips are good with some small edge chips and good original varnish. GUN 2 (4964). Overall good plus. This example has a bit more condition than the mate. The bbl has 40% of its mottled original blue finish. Cyl has 20% remaining in the most protected areas. Case colors have faded with approx 15% remaining. Straps are void of silver plating. Grips are sound with some edge wear and small amounts of flaking varnish. Case is in very good shape with nice retailer's label on the inside of the lid. An interesting set that the consignor/author's notes indicate was the only known cased English set with proper accoutrements. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29291/ZAL) ANTIQUE $4000-6000

REVOLVER. Cal. 38RF. S# 150. Colt small frame cartridge revolvers were made from both conversions of original percussion frames and manufactured examples that were produced for cartridges originally. This example is a type 1 that was manufactured as an original cartridge gun by Colt. It is fit with a 4.5" round '62 bbl with ejector and is marked with the 1-line New York bbl address. 5-shot fluted rebated cylinder. The frame is marked "COLTS / PATENT" with internal gate spring and small hammer screw. Pinned rimfire hammer. Brass triggerguard and backstrap. Smooth 1-piece walnut grips. The frame, bbl, straps, cyl, & grips are matching SN 150. The arbor and loading gate have matching assembly number 244. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. The bbl retains approx 80% of the original bright blue with the ejector rod housing finish remaining in the protected areas only. Cyl retains 60% original blue with the majority in the flutes and protected areas. The case colored frame retains 70% lightly fading colors with some mild mottling. The grips have areas of remaining original varnish with some dings and handling marks. The straps have remaining silver under the grips only. Bore has decent rifling with some light frosting and a couple of pits. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29283/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2250

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 7626. Fit with a 4.5" bbl with ejector and 1-line New York address. Round 5-shot stage coach scene rebated cylinder. Frame is of the large hammer screw, exposed loading gate spring, & " PAT. JULY 25. 1871 / PAT. JULY 2. 1872" type. The brass straps are marked "36 CAL" on the trigger guard web. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching SN on the bbl, cyl, frame, straps, & grips. The loading gate and arbor are marked with the assembly number 1588. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl retains 70% of the original blue with the finish loss found predominantly on the upper portion of the bbl from an aggressive cleaning. The cylinder has approx 50% of the original blue. The case coloring remains in the protected areas. The grips are sound with good original varnish. Decent bore with light frosting and some mild shallow pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29298/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 98. This revolver is featured in the authors book "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols".on pgs 52 & 54. It is a type 1 that was originally manufactured as a cartridge gun not converted from an earlier percussion. It is fit with a 4.5" rd '62 bbl with ejector and 1-line New York address. 5-shot fluted rebated cylinder. The frame is "COLT PATENT" marked with internal loading gate spring. The conversion ring and loading gate are marked externally with the assembly number "88". Only the earliest examples have these externally marked assembly numbers.1-piece walnut grips. Pinned RF hammer. The frame, straps, cylinder, & grips all have the matching SN. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The metal finish has faded with the exception of the more secluded areas and the surfaces have scattered handling marks and dings. The grips retain traces of their original varnish with some scattered handling marks and dings. 1 of the pins is missing from the RF extension on the hammer. Good rifling with some mild wear, frosting and pits. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29281/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 677. This nice nickel type 1 is fit with a 4.5" '62 bbl with ejector and 1-line New York address. 5-shot fluted rebated cylinder marked with "77" on the breech face. Pinned RF hammer. 1-piece walnut grips. The bbl, frame, straps & cyl are matching. The grips are numbered to another gun. The loading gate & arbor are marked with the assembly number 633. CONDITION: Overall very fine. The metal surfaces retain 90% of the original nickel plating with some flaking and light handling marks. Grips are good with lightly worn varnish and scattered light handling marks. Some of the screws retain some of the nitre blue. Nice bore with some light wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29284/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 42390. This nickel plated example was converted from a completed 1862 police percussion revolver. It is fit with a 4.5" '62 bbl with ejector and 1-line New York address. 5-shot round stage coach scene rebated cylinder. The frame is marked with the 2-line " - PAT, JULY 25. 1871 - / - PAT. JULY 2. 1872 -" and has the large hammer screw as well as the exposed loading gate spring. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching SN on the bbl, frame, straps, grips, cyl, arbor, & loading gate. CONDITION: Overall very good. Metal surfaces retain approx 75% of the original nickel finish. Grips have flaking varnish with a hairline crack on the left side and a small corner chip on the right. Good bore with a little spot of pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29301/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

REVOLVER. Cal 38 RF. S#. 4577. Fit with a 4.5" octagonal bbl with 1-line New York address and no ejector. As a solution to the more expensive reutilization of the '62 police bbls Colt elected to transition to the utilization of the more easily converted percussion Pocket Navy bbls that remained on hand. All type 3 revolvers were newly manufactured and not conversions of completed percussion revolvers. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. " COLTS / PATENT" marked frame with small hammer screw and concealed loading gate spring. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, cyl, frame, straps, & grips have matching SN. Arbor and loading gate have matching assembly numbers. CONDITION: Overall very good. Bbl retains 30% of the original blue with crisp address, Cyl has a similar percentage of finish with nice roll stamp. Frame has 60% faded case coloring. Grips are solid with a few moderate dents and edge wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29305/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 4564. Fit with a 4.5" octagonal bbl with 1-line New York address and no ejector. As a solution to the more expensive reutilization of the '62 police bbls Colt elected to transition to the utilization of the more easily converted percussion Pocket Navy bbls that remained on hand. All type 3 revolvers were newly manufactured and not conversions of completed percussion revolvers. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. "COLT / PATENT" marked frame with small hammer screw and internal loading gate spring. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, cyl, straps, & grips are all matching SN. Loading gate and arbor have matching assembly number. CONDITION: Overall good-fair. The bbl & cyl have traces of original blue in the protected areas. The frame has light mostly faded case colors. Straps have a small amount of silver in the protected area. Grips show some mild edge wear and good original varnish. The cylinder stop is not present. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29304/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

LOADING REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 6414. A "E" is found on the frame, trigger guard, back strap, & bbl below the SN locations indicating that the components were selected for factory engraving. Type 4 Colt Breech Loading revolvers were all conversions of percussion pocket model navy revolvers. This example was factory engraved prior to the conversion and is evident with the cut recess for the loading channel. It is done directly through the engraving with no border as you would find if the engraving was performed after the conversion. It was engraved with the late style vine engraving and fit with a 4.5" octagon bbl with no ejector and 1-line New York address. The "COLTS / PATENT" is stylized by the engraver on the frame with a large hammer screw and no loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cyl that was converted from the original percussion cyl. Straps are engraved en suite. Nicely figured 1-piece walnut grips. Matching SNs on the bbl, frame, cyl, wedge, straps, grips & arbor. CONDITION: Overall very good. The engraving and markings are sharp. The bbl & cyl have 20% of the fading blue remaining in the protected areas. The frame has light faded case colors that are visible in the protected areas. The grips have a repaired crack with a light refinishing. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29313/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

BREECH LOADING REVOLVER. Cal. 38RF. S# 17606. These type 4 variations of the New Model Breechloaders were converted from completed Colt Pocket Navy percussion revolvers. This example was a converted factory engraved Pocket Navy with the late vine pattern. The bbl, frame, trigger guard and backstrap are all marked with an "E" indicating that the parts were selected for engraving by the factory. The conversion of this example was performed after the engraving. This is evident from the milled cartridge loading port passing through the engraving with no borders. It is fit with a 4.5" octagon pocket bbl with a 1-line New York address. Stylized "COLT / PATENT" marked large hammer screw frame with no loading gate. Straps are engraved en suite. Ivory 1-piece stocks. Matching SN bbl, frame, wedge, arbor, cyl & straps. There is no number in the grip channel. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl retains 85% of the original nickel with some flaking and pitting at the muzzle. The cyl retains 40% of the original flaking plating. The frame retains 85% of the original plating with some spots of old oxidation in the voids. Straps are very good with some high edge wear. Grips show age with some chips and check cracks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29315/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

LOADING REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 18913. This example was engraved with a simple period custom engraving of small vine and punch dot patterns on the bbl and cylinder with the initials AW carved on the bottom of the grip. It is fit with a 4.5" oct pocket bbl with 1-line New York address. The AW is also stamped on the cylinder in within the vine design. "PAT. JULY. 25. 1871 / PAT JULY 2. 1872" marked frame with large hammer screw and no loading gate. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, cyl, straps, & arbor have matching SN. The grips have no numbers in the backstrap channel. CONDITION: Overall fair plus. The metal surfaces have an even dark patina. Engraving an markings are crisp. Grips have been sanded and reshaped to the gun with proud metal around the grip edges. The wedge screw head is broken and the lower backstrap screw is a custom replacement. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29317/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-1000

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 19925. In 1875 Colt converted all percussion Pocket Models in the Navy caliber into Type 4 New Model Breech Loaders. These utilized the original cylinders that were altered from percussion to accommodate the 38 RF cartridge. This example is fit with a 3" octagon bbl with single line New York address. It is estimated that only approx 400 revolvers that were produced with these factory length bbls. "PAT. JULY. 25. 1871 / PAT. JULY. 2. 1872" marked frame has a large hammer screw and no loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cylinder that was altered from its original percussion configuration and numbered to another gun, as is the wedge.. 1-piece walnut grips. The frame, triggerguard, back strap, grips, & arbor are all matching SN. There is an "I.P." stamped under the serial number found on the frame, trigger guard, & back strap. CONDITION: Overall fair. The bbl & cyl have approx 60% of the nickel plating. The frame finish has faded to a grey brown patina. The straps have traces of silver in the most protected of areas. The grips show wear, chips and some flaking varnish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29319/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-900

CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 299808. This variant of the type 5 breech loaders was converted from an 1849 percussion pocket model. It has a 3.5" round bbl without ejector and 2 line Hartford address. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. " - PAT JULY 25 1871 - / - PAT JULY 2 1872 - " marked frame with large hammer screw and no loading gate. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, cyl, frame, arbor, straps, & grips. Wedge is numbered to another gun. CONDITION: Overall good plus. The bbl retains 25% of the original blue with some handling marks. Cylinder is in similar condition with good roll scene. Frame retains 25% of the fading case coloring. Straps have some minor traces of plating in the most protected areas. Grips are sound with some scattered handling marks and added varnish. (01-29978/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 3579. Fit with a 3.5" round bbl with 2 line Hartford address. " - Pat. July. 25 1871 - / - Pat July 2 1872 - " marked frame with large hammer screw and no loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. 1-piece walnut grips. All matching bbl, frame, cyl, straps & grips. CONDITION: Overall very good, The surfaces retain 85% of the original nickel with some scattered areas of old oxidation. The grips have some scattered handling marks and edge chips with some flaking varnish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29338/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#4049. Fit with a 3.5" round bbl with no ejector & 2-line Hartford address. "- PAT JULY 25 1871 - / - PAT JULY 2 1872 - " marked frame with large hammer screw & no loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stagecoach scene. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, cyl, frame, straps & grips have matching numbers. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl has 30% of the original blue. Frame retains 30% dull faded case coloring. Straps are void of plating. Grips have scattered handling marks and a large chip on the left panel. (01-29082/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 5339. This example is fit with a 3.5" round bbl with a 2-line address. " - PAT JULY 25 1871 - / - PAT JULY 2 1872 - " marked frame with large hammer screw. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. 1-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl finish has mostly faded with some light cleaning and good markings. The frame retains some 20% of the original case coloring with some spots of old oxidation. The cylinder scene is very good. Good grips with some hand wear and scattered light handling marks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29341/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-1000

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S#. 3090. Fit with a 4.75" round bbl with a missing ejector & 2-line Hartford address. " PAT JULY 25 1871 / PAT JULY 2 1872 " marked frame with large hammer screw & exposed loading gate spring. Missing loading gate. 1-piece walnut grips with WSM . Matching frame, bbl, grips, straps. Cylinder is numbered to another gun. CONDITION: Overall fair. This example has decent plating remaining on the metal components with some flaking finish. The cylinder and other areas of the flaking finish have oxidation present. The grips are having some scattered light handling marks and edge wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29330/ZAL) ANTIQUE $500-900

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 3235. The type 6 utilized surplus octagon bbl Pocket Navy percussion bbls that were turned to a rounded bbl. These were newly constructed guns with the obsolete bbls. This example is fit with a 5.5" bbl with ejector & 2-line Hartford address. The frame is marked with "PAT JULY 25 1871 / PAT JULY 2 1872" with large hammer screw and external loading gate spring. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, cyl, frame, & straps have matching SN. The arbor and loading gate have different assembly numbers and the grips are numbered to another gun. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have a gray patina with some minor freckling. Wedge is a custom replacement. Grips have been lightly sanded with some mild edge wear and a hairline crack on each side. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29333/ZAL) ANTIQUE $500-900

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 12997. Fit with a 6.5" round bbl with ejector and 2-line Hartford address. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stage coach scene. " - PAT JULY 25 1871 - / - PAT JULY 2 1872 - " marked frame with large hammer screw, loading gate, & exposed loading gate spring. 1-piece walnut grips. Frame, bbl, cyl, straps, & grips all have matching numbers. The arbor is numbered 3842 & the loading gate is numbered 299. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have traces of finish in the most protected of areas. The straps have 70% of the original silver remaining. Grips have scattered light handling marks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29324/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 44050. FIt with a 3 5/8" round bbl with ejector & 2-line Hartford address. "-PAT. JULY 25. 1871 - / - PAT. JULY 2. 1872. - " marked frame with large hammer screw, exposed loading gate spring and loading gate. 5-shot round rebated cylinder with stagecoach scene. 1-piece walnut grips. The bbl, frame, cylinder, straps and arbor have matching SN. The grips are numbered to another gun. The loading gate is marked with the assembly number 4040. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The bbl retains approx 50% of the original plating. The cyl has approx 20% of the plating remaining in the most protected areas. The frame retains 80% of the original plating. The straps have approx 80% of their plating as well. The grips are hand worn with some corner and edge chips. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols". (01-29327/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-900

ENGRAVED COLT OPEN TOP POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 73423. Bbl. 2 3/8" ejectorless with altered small profile front sight. Matching numbers on bbl., butt & grips. Second type non stylized bbl. key. 4th Variation 1 piece low hammer. 2 Piece smooth natural white bird's head grips. Bbl. & sides of frame decorated with foliate scroll engraving, frame scroll is over punch dot background. Cyl engraved with intertwined double lined arches, starbursts and wavy line borders. Frame, cyl. and bbl. are nickel plated as well as the grip screw escutcheons. CONDITION: metal parts retain 60% nickel with high edge wear, scattered spots of flaking & minor oxidation at bottom rear of bbl. assembly. Bbl. assembly has been renickeled, bbl. address is weak but mostly visible. Very good grips are yellowing with age. Right panel has approx 1/2" stable hairline age crack extending upward from bottom. Bore is dark with lightly visible rifling. Mechanics in need of attention but still functional. (01-29841/BH). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500

ENGRAVED COLT OPEN TOP POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 79777. Bbl. 2 3/8" ejectorless with half moon front sight. Matching numbers on bbl., butt & grips. Second type non stylized bbl. key. 4th Variation 1 piece low hammer. 2 Piece smooth natural white bird's head grips. Frame & bbl. are nickel plated. Sides of frame decorated with foliate scroll engraving over punch dot background. Cyl engraved with simple foliate scroll. CONDITION: Frame & bbl. retain 85-90% original nickel with light high edge wear and lightly scattered fine handling marks. Cyl has been cleaned to gray metal with evidence of prior pitting visible. Very good grips are yellowing with age. Left panel has full length stable hairline age crack extending upward from bottom to top. Right panel show 3 small age cracks extending from grip screw escutcheon. Bore show strong rifling with scattered areas of light to moderate oxidation. (01-29842/BH). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500

POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 45813. Bbl. 2 3/8" ejectorless. Backstrap is marked "Fanny I.S.". Matching numbers on bbl. assembly & butt. Non matching 2 piece bird's head walnut grips. Seven shot cyl. 2nd type non stylized rotating barrel key. Full nickel plated finish on bbl., frame & cyl. Left side of frame marked "22 CAL". 1 Piece low hammer & spur trigger. CONDITION: metal parts retain 80-85% original nickel with high edge wear and scattered areas of flaking, mostly at lower front of bbl. assembly. Grips are very good overall with scattered light dings & impressions. Right panel retains 90% original varnish with high edge wear. Left panel retains 75% original varnish under added layer of finish. Very good bore is lightly frosted with well defined rifling. Mechanically fine. (01-29839/BH). ANTIQUE. $700-1,100.

TOP POCKET REVOLVER Cal. 22 Short. S# 83514. Bbl. 2 3/8" ejectorless. Matching numbers on bbl. assembly, butt & 2 piece walnut bird's head grips. Seven shot cyl. 2nd type non stylized rotating barrel key. Blued bbl. assembly & cyl. Silver finish visible on frame under grips. Left side of frame marked "22 CAL". 1 Piece low hammer & spur trigger retain traces of their original nitre blue. CONDITION: bbl. assembly & cyl retain 60% thinning original blue with scattered light dings & minor freckling. Frame finish has flaked away leaving only brass. Brass has acquired a mottled mustard patina. Grips are very good, retaining 90% original varnish with light high edge wear & a few scattered minor handling marks. Bore is generally bright with light frosting and very good rifling. Mechanically fine. (01-29840/BH). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

TOP POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 76939. Bbl. 2 3/8" ejectorless. Matching numbers on bbl. assembly & butt. Non matching 2 piece bird's head mother of pearl grips; left panel monogrammed "M". Seven shot cyl. 2nd type non stylized rotating barrel key. Full nickel plated finish on bbl., frame & cyl. Left side of frame marked "22 CAL". 1 Piece low hammer & spur trigger. CONDITION: metal parts retain 80% nickel with high edge wear and scattered areas of flaking, mostly at lower front of bbl. assembly. frame as been renickeled with polish marks visible beneath nickel. Grips are very good overall. Very good bore is lightly frosted with well defined rifling. Fair bore with frosted appearance having intact rifling. Mechanically fine. (01-29843/BH). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

OPEN TOP ARMY REVOLVER.Cal. 44RF. S# 1188. Standard configuration of the transitional gun between model 1860 armies and 1873 single actions, 7.5" barrel, ejector on right side, 1-line "New York U.S. America" address, integral rear sight unique to this model. "COLTS / PATENT" on left side of frame. Iron back strap & silver plated triggerguard contain nicely patinaed smooth ivory grips. This was not a popular model for Colt, and most of production was sold in South America, attractive survivors such as this with that "cowboy look" are hard to find. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Bill Gary note that he bought this revolver in Las Vegas. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching & complete, only missing wedge screw, good markings including mostly discernible navy battle cylinder scene, metal is overall gray/plum patina with scattered cosmetic blemishes. Grips well fit with inset repair to back edge on right side. Traces of silver on triggerguard and pair of vintage initials scratched forward of trigger bow. Mechanically fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bill Gary collection; David Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29670/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 20736. Bbl. 2 1/4". New Police single action spur trigger revolver mfg. by Colt in 1885. Left side of the bbl. exhibits a reapplied "NEW POLICE 38" etched panel, with a Mostly legible Colt 2-line address marked across the top. Frame exhibits a reapplied case colored finish, with the bbl., cyl., and trigger exhibiting a reapplied blue finish. Frame screws with reheated nitre blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece "Cop and Thug" checkered brown hard rubber grips. Fixed half-moon blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. Cyl. matches the frame via "736". Interior of right grip panel exhibits a faintly etched "0736". CONDITION: frame retains the vast majority of its reapplied case colored finish, exhibiting some patches of fading, as well as some scattered spots of light pitting beneath the case coloring. Blued parts are excellent, with scattered spots of light pitting present beneath the finish. Bore is relatively bright (as refinished), exhibiting consistent mild pitting and scattered spots of moderate pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics, with mild cyl. play. Grips show mild smoothing and some scattered handling marks, with some cracking present on the interior around the screw escutcheons. (01-30278/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

Cal. 38 CF. S#. 20646. Mfg. 1885. A total of 4,000 of these revolvers were produced from 1880-86. Fit with a 2.25" bbl with acid etched COLT HOUSE 38 on the left side of the bbl and 2-line Hartford address. Blued finish. 5-shot long fluted cylinder. Checkered hard rubber COLT grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt letter confirming configuration and indicatig that the revolver shipped in a 1 gun shipment to E.K. Tryon, JR & Company, Philadelphia, PA in April of 1887. CONDITION: Overall very good. The revolver retains 70% of the original blue that is thin in the carry areas and lightly thinning at the muzzle with a few scattered handling marks. Good vivid acid etch on the bbl. Grips are sound with light hand wear. (01-29983/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

Cal. 32CF. S# 16416. Mfg. 1880 with 2 1/4" bbl having blade front sight. Full nickel finish. Left side of bbl shows etched panel "COLT NEW 32". Left side of frame stamped "32 CAL". 5 shot fluted cylinder. 2pc checkered hard rubber bird's head grips marked "COLT". CONDITION: bbl retains 60% original nickel with flaking at muzzle and right side near frame. Frame retains 75% original flaking nickel finish with scattered spots of light oxidation. Cylinder retains traces of nickel inside of flutes. Very good grips show high edge wear, minor flattening of diamonds and are turning brown with age. Bore is fair to good with strong rifling and frosting in grooves. (01-29838/BH), ANTIQUE. $600-900.

U.S. CAVALRY SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 47554. Manufactured 1878. Henry Nettleton inspected revolvers remain quite difficult to obtain as Nettleton was only briefly a Principal Sub-Inspector in charge from June 18, 1878 to September 27, 1878 with an inspection run spanning approx. 3,000 units (47,000-50,000 S# range). Subject revolver also belongs in a controversial group of documented revolvers known as the Nickel Plated U.S. Cavalry models. "A STUDY OF THE SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER" by Graham, Kopec & Moore dedicates an entire chapter to the subject. Chapter X, pgs 249-258 covers these revolvers in detail. The authors were able to confirm a total of 50 early Ainsworth inspected revolvers. Four examples were documented in the Casey/Cleveland inspection era and an additional one has shown up at a past auction. The Nettleton series was observed to have 23 nickel plated cavalry models by the authors with the majority occurring in the serial number range 49,300-50,400. Page 250 offers four possible theories for this anomoly "1. Issued to the Indian Scouts and Police. / 2. Special Order "officers" revolvers. / 3. Surplus Militia revolvers, sold back to Colt's or nickeled by commercial establishments. / 4. United States Navy revolvers." While included copy of the factory letter lists the finish as "Blue", it is entirely possible that these records were produced in masse based on typical government specifications and could potentially have been changed on a case by case basis before finishing. All inspections on this revolver appear to have been applied through the original nickel finish as is evidenced by the raised edges. Frame gauges .745" at center of triggerguard screw. "HN" inspection stamps found on barrel, frame, triggerguard & cylinder. Matching numbers throughout. Hammer & main spring are later civilian replacements as noted by the fine knurling. Bbl 7 1/2" with blade front sight and marked on top with one line Colt address having the period correct broken "T" in the abbreviation "PT.". Left side of frame stamped with proper "US" lacking periods, which is correct for this time frame. One piece walnut grip stamped "HN" on butt of right panel. Backstrap channel inked inside "7554" twice. No visible inspector's cartouche present. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Colt factory letter stating the following: "Serial Number: 47554 / Caliber: .45/c / Barrel Length: Not Listed / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Not Listed / Sold To: United States Government / Delivered To: U.S. Government Inspector / Address: located at the Colt plant / Date of Shipment: September 24, 1878 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 200". CONDITION: fine overall. Frame and barrel retain 90% original nickel with mild flaking at muzzle, minor scratches throughout as well as scattered freckling. Cylinder retains 65% original nickel with faint cylinder drag line and one large flaked area developing a fine mottle patina. Grip is sound having been lightly sanded and refinished with a later coat of added varnish. "HN" stamp on butt is slightly weakened but still visible. Good bore shows frosting in grooves with bright shiny lands. Mechanically excellent. (01-30288/BH). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

Cal. 45. S# 122376. Scarce honest sheriff's model made without ejector, hard rubber eagle & rampant colt grips, long collection history. There are 3 separate Colt archive letters from 3 different decades from earlier collectors which confirm configuration as 3.5" barrel, blue finish, rubber grips, shipped August 24, 1888 to Hibbard, Spencer, & Bartlett, Chicago. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 3 Colt factory archives letters, copy of receipt from Douglas Carlson 1993. CONDITION: very good, complete and matching, traces of finish in protected areas, good markings, mechanics fine, very good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bob Funk, Riverton WY, 1978; Seth Halpern collection; Douglas Carlson; Dave Berenson estate collection 1993. (01-29609/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

REVOLVER WITH UNIQUE FACSIMILE BRIDGEPORT DEVICE. Cal. 44-40. S# 98790. Mfg 1883 with 7 1/2" bbl having low profile blade front sight. Left side of bbl has discernible etched panel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Top of bbl has 1 line block letter address. Bottom of bbl stamped with small "44". Left side of frame has 3 line patent date. Left side of triggerguard bow stamped "44 CF". Matching numbers on frame, cylinder, bbl, triggerguard frame and butt. 1 piece walnut grip. Left side of frame fitted with large stud for use with accompanying reproduction Bridgeport rig. Stud clips into Flateau device which is riveted to cartridge belt and was intended to be used as a "quick draw" device, the design never actually caught on. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: high quality reproduction Flateau device mounted on leather cartridge belt. CONDITION: metal surfaces have faded to gray with scattered brown patina along with numerous small dents, scratches & fine pitting. There is a small area of heavy pitting on right side of bbl ahead of ejector housing. Trace amounts of original blue and case hardening can be found in protected areas. Grip is heavily worn with losses at butt and right side towards toe. Traces of original varnish remain. Revolver will hold at full cock, but forward pressure on hammer will cause it to drop. Top of frame along siting groove has been ground. Front sight bent slightly to the left. Bore is dark but retains strong rifling. Mechanics in need of attention. PROVENANCE: Estate collection of David Berenson. (01-29616/BH). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.Cal. 45. S# 7087. This revolver was part of 1000 revolvers in "lot 7" issued March 1874, a handful of these revolvers are known from records as to 5th & 7th Cavalry issue, S# 7119 is known 7th Cav gun, but as John Kopek writes in 2008 letter, S#s 7084 & 7088 which bracket this revolver are known 5th Cavalry issues. Regardless, this revolver was sold twice by James Julia Auctions for significant sum based on a fanciful account of the battle supposedly dictated by Runs-The-Enemy (1861-1913) listing this revolver by S# and who carried it in the battle, the manuscript supposedly disappeared in 1973 at Wounded Knee occupation recorded in Lakota language by author & advocate Ivan Star. There is an excellent detailed 1913 published account of the battle by Runs-the-Enemy in Dr. Joseph Dixon's "The Vanishing Race" from 1909 interview. The 15 year old Sioux fighter who lead 30 men at the battle gives account of captured arms from Custer's men but of course no detailed information on any particular gun. Standard configuration, 7.5" barrel, correct early 1-line slanted Harford address, 2-line patents on frame, matching S#s noted on barrel, frame, cylinder (partially obscured, triggerguard, backstrap, and inked inside backstrap channel on grips. Oliver W. Ainsworth inspection initials are observed on barrel, cylinder, trigger guard, and backstrap. Ainsworth cartouche is partially visible on left grip. Additional "P" proofs are stamped on barrel and cylinder. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Copy of fanciful transcription listing gun by S#. Copy of published account from Dixon's text of Runs-The-Enemy's account excellent account of the Battle of Little Big Horn. Copy of James Julia lot 1160, Oct. 31, 2017 sale of this revolver, paid bill of sale. Copy of John Kopek letter of authenticity properly describing this revolver. CONDITION: Very good, all matching S#s. Ejector head is correct style but has remnants of nickel plate from another gun. The "US" on frame has been purposely removed as has "USA" in address, S# is defaced on cylinder but partially visible. Muzzle face has been filed removing crowning, full untrimmed front sight. Overall, metal is cleaned with a toned gray patina, all other markings are discernible. Grip is weathered & worn, small chips to inside toes, cartouche is visible in profile and has matching inked S#. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. (01-29689/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

COLT SAA REVOLVER FROM WITHIN THE "PRIME" CUSTER RANGE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 5429. This revolver was mfg in May 1874 and rescued from the Custer battlefield by never actually being there. While initially "US" inspected and intended for shipment in Lot 5, "Prime Range" this revolver, along with two other military inspected revolvers, was removed from military production to fulfill a commercial order. Included correspondence with Colt historian Beverly Haynes shows that this revolver ended up being shipped to either Spies Kissam & Co. or Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. Bbl. 7 1/2" with low profile blade front sight and one line script bbl address. Matching numbers on frame, bbl, cyl, triggerguard frame & butt. One piece replacement walnut grip. Left side of frame stamped "US". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from William Gary to David Berenson discussing this revolver. John A. Kopec letter of authenticity. CONDITION: revolver has been artificially aged with cleaned, heavy pitting and now has an overall brown/patina appearance along with numerous dents and dings. Ejector housing stud on bbl is missing. Replaced ejector dowel. Base pin screw hole has been undercut. Base pin retaining screw is a replacement. Grip has been heavily sanded and refinished. Mechanics in need of attention, but will still hold at full cock. Bore is dark with intact rifling. PROVENANCE: ex- William A Gary collection, Estate collection of David Berenson. (01-29606/BH). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 45. S# 136334. Standard configuration, 7.5" barrel with 1-line Hartford address, full untrimmed blade front sight. Frame has 2-line patent dates and "U.S." surcharge. The final US contracts for Colt SAAs were 10,000 revolvers made 1890 and 1891. They were sub-inspected by civilian employee Rinaldo A. Carr and his initials "RAC" are stamped on barrel, frame, and cylinder and bottom of left grip, his cartouche is partially discernible on right grip. US ordnance inspector Capt. Stanhope English Blunt's "SEB" final cartouche is stamped below "1891" on left grip. Additional "P" proofs on barrel & cylinder. Additional markings are "34" stamped on back of cylinder and "K" (thought to Colt employee A. Kind) stamped on trigger guard, backstrap externally and on barrel under ejector housing, and back of frame internally. Barrel is also marked "45 COLT" on left side which is strictly a commercial marking, showing this revolver left service and was sold in civilian market, though completely military inspected. Other civilian guns show up in market with "K" marked military parts. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, complete and matching S#s on barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and back strap. Barrel has been refinished and reblued, address & "45 COLT" are thin from polish, sight blade appears reattached. Balance of revolver appears original finish, traces of case color on protected areas of frame, original blue found in cylinder flutes. Stocks are sound, well fit & worn with partially discernible cartouches and date, RAC is visible on bottom of left grip with tacking marks. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-30039/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Cal. 45. S# 23942. This Colt SAA was shipped to Schuyler, Hartler, & Graham, NYC May 31, 1876. Standard configuration, 7.5" replaced barrel, 1-line Hartford address, later crescent ejector head, full untrimmed German silver front sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correspondence to Colt concerning barrel being factory replacement, and 3 factory archive letters, 1892, 1983, 1987, last one stating that there are no records concerning return to Colt for updated barrel & ejector. CONDITION: overall good, later barrel & ejector have traces of finish. Frame, cylinder, and grip frame have gray patina with light pitting. Grips have small notches cut into edges, well fit with hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection 1982. (01-29607/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

REVOLVER. Cal. 45. S# 16413. Page 39 of “Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers” by Kopec & Fenn states “The lowest Casey recorded number is #16433, while the highest recorded Casey revolver is #19529. This example is 30 numbers earlier than the lowest recorded number observed by the authors. This revolver was manufactured in 1875 is in the standard configuration of cavalry issued revolvers of the early Indian War era, 7.5" barrel with one-line slanted Hartford address with daggers. Frame is stamped along with two-line patent dates with small "U.S.". Small "C" inspection marks found on barrel, trigger guard, back strap, and cylinder, for principal sub inspector A.P. Casey. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1993 receipt from Douglas Carlson. CONDITION: good to very good overall, all matching & original, dark "as found" patina, markings all discernible, grips are worn with inset toe repairs, no hint of remaining inspector cartouches, heavy edge wear. Mechanics are fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 1993. (01-29608/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

Cal. 45. S# 120041. This is a complete original U.S. contract Colt Cavalry SAA manufactured 1887 and sub-inspected by David F. Clark as noted by his "DFC" initials stamped on barrel, frame, cylinder, and bottom of left grip. His DFC cartouche on right grip is visible in outline only. The left grip cartouche of John G. Butler is not visible, only portion of 1887 remains; Butler inspected the last 2000 guns contracted with David Clark principal sub-inspector. Standard configuration, 7.5" barrel, 1-line Hartford address, 3-line patent and "US" on left side of frame. Additional "P" proofs on barrel & cylinder. CONDITION: Very good overall, all matching and complete, traces of blue in protected areas of barrel and ejector housing, good S# & inspector markings in metal. Grips are well fit with heavy edge wear, and as noted only portion of 1887 visible on left grip and DFC cartouche visible in outline only. Mechanics are fine, good rifled bore. (01-30034/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 62301. A well made copy of an iconic Colt Single Action Army revolver produced by an unknown maker from a combination of original and contemporary parts and components. Typical Colt style factory markings on top of bbl. and left side of frame. "45 CAL" on left side of forward trigger guard web. Frame is devoid of factory assembly numbers beneath the trigger guard. Metal has been aged to a pleasing gray / brown patina. Frame is mounted with a 1-piece plain sanded and refinished wood grip. CONDITION: good, as aged, with the balance fading to gray and brown patinas, with some light to mild pitting on original parts / components. Mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics, with tight lock up. Grip is good, showing some scattered marks from handling and storage. (26-4446/MLW). MODERN. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 45 Colt. S#. 115217. Type 1 Artillery models are the most encountered examples of Artillery variations with all mismatched parts and a 5.5" bbl. Many of these Artillery model revolvers were converted by Springfield Armory & Colt during the Spanish American War. This example is fit with a 5.5" bbl with 1-line Hartford address & DFC proof. Case colored frame with standard patent markings, U.S. marking, & DFC proof. Blued cylinder with the last 4 digits of the previous revolver. Ordnance sub inspector Carr's cartouche with 1903 date is found on the right grip & stamped on the butt. There is no acceptance cartouche on the left grip. CONDITION: Overall very good. Bbl retains 70% of the arsenal blue. Frame retains 40% of the fading case colors. Cyl retains 40% thinning blue. Straps retain 30% of the thin blue. Grips are good with a couple of chips and dents and nice markings. Nice bore with good rifling and some fine mild pits. (01-29966/ZAL) ANTIQUE $4000-6000

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 10630. Bbl. 5 1/2" with blade front sight; frame notched rear sight. Made 1874 (S# 200 to S# 14999) with 7 1/2" barrel and later altered by Springfield Armory to its present configuration as used in Spanish-American and Phillipine-American wars. Triggerguard and backstrap are each numbered 5092 with Orville Ainsworth markings on both (just in front of trigger guard and directly behind hammer). Ainsworth inspected the first 14 months of production from Oct. 1873 to Nov. 1874; S# 202 to S# 14343. When Springfield shortened and rebuilt the Model 1873's they did not make any effort to match numbered parts and they would retain parts that were functional which explains why this revolver has a bullseye ejector head. The bottom of the cylinder frame has assembly number 16 and the loading gate is numbered 1855. The frame is an earlier 2 line example with "U.S." marking. The underside of the barrel has "P" and what looks like a "K" (used on Government replacement parts). Rear of cylinder has "K", "T" and "S"; no "A" marking. Its 1 piece walnut grip has no evidence of a cartouche. Checkered hammer spur plus beveled fronts of cylinder and ejector housing. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: contemporary holster set consisting of drop looped belt having cartridge loops, dark brown oiled finish and robust bright buckle. Black holster of stiff formed leather is open topped fast draw style with decoratively laced front and bright attachment snaps; made for 7 1/2" barrels. Size seems to be about 40" to 50". Light scuffs on holster with near excellent belt. CONDITION: gray patina overall with traces of finish in protected areas. Grip is very hand worn with proud frame. Traces of grip finish remaining. Small chips at bottom corners plus 2 shallow gouges on bottom of right side. Disassembly to view marks showed that some screws were in the wrong location plus 3 are not correct: bolt stop (too short), at butt (head is too thick) and right backstrap (seems incorrect thread pitch). Cylinder bushing is stuck in cylinder. Timing is slightly off but overcome with full hammer pull. Hammer notches (or top of trigger) are functional, but clearly in need of attention. Bore good with distinct rifling having wear and scattered light pitting; cleaned, bright appearance. (01-29979/NW). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 53055. This revolver is an extremely well made functioning copy of a Colt Single Action Army revolver. It is built with modern components that have been aged to an even brown patina. The frame & loading gate lack any factory assembly numbers under the trigger guard and was fabricated by an exceptional craftsman. The markings are as they would appear from the factory, yet cut in a slightly different manner than the stamped markings that the factory would produce. CONDITION: Overall well executed copy with an fairly even aged patina. (26-4447/ZAL) MODERN $1200-1800

REVOLVER WITH LETTER. Cal. 44-40. S# 63821. Mfg. 1881. Bbl. 4.75" with 2-line Hartford address. Standard 3-line patent marking on the frame. Trigger guard web is marked 44CF. Crude checkered 2-piece carved horn grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory letter confirming configuration and indicating the revolver was shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co. in Chicago, IL amongst 50 other guns Feb. 1881. A letter from 1971 to Colt from a previous owner inquiring about the use of modern ammunition in the revolver. CONDITION: Overall fair. Bbl appears to be a replacement with a different patina and pitting pattern than the remainder of the firearm. The remaining metal components have an even grey patina with scattered fine cleaned pinprick pitting and scattered handling marks. The custom grips have a slightly off fit with some hand wear and scattered handling marks. Bore has decent rifling with light frosting and patches of pitting. (01-29610/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

MODEL" MADE FROM EARLY PARTS.Cal. 45. S# 450. Standard configuration, 5.5" barrel, with John Kopek letter stating that gun is composite made of original parts: triggerguard S# 192 was manufactured as a component to 1st week production in 1873, with sub inspector O. W. Ainsworth "A" inspection stamp. The barrel also has very early S# 226 which is exposed with "A" inspection. The backstrap S# 96473 originated as 1883 inspected by Capt. John Greer and his "G" initial is present, S# 96473 according to records was issued in 1898 to "Rough Rider" Trooper Joseph Crockett, troop 1, 1st US Volunteer Cavalry. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: John Kopek letter explaining composite configuration by unscrupulous individual. CONDITION: good as configured, front sight is replacement, mechanics fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bill Gary collection; Dave Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29605/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 45. S#. 37534. Mfg. 1877. This example was one of approx 3400 45 caliber revolvers that were sold in that year. It is fit with a 5.5" bbl with 1-line Hartford address. The frame and trigger guard are matching, however the back strap is mismatched. The grips are modern molded polymer replacements. CONDITION: Metal surfaces retain nearly all of the renickeled plated finish with soft markings. Grips are fine. Bore has distinct rifling with dark frosting and pitting. (01-30241/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

"FLUTED" FRAME SHERIFF'S MODEL COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 44-40. S# 122378. Mfg. 1890 with one of the rarest features found on a Colt SAA revolver: factory ebony grips. According to "THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER 1873-1895" by Wilkerson, out of the total of 164,100 black powder frame revolvers produced across all calibers and configurations, only 4 revolvers are listed as being shipped with Factory Ebony grips. All 4 revolvers were chambered for the 44-40 caliber. Two are listed as factory engraved, 7 1/2" nickel/gold. One is listed as 5 1/2" blue. One is listed as 4" blue (this revolver). To put this into perspective, one would be more likely to encounter a factory gold plated SAA revolver than one stocked with factory ebony grips. Grips aside, "Sheriff" or "Storekeeper" ejectorless SAA revolvers are very scarce and highly sought after. Production total production estimates vary anywhere from 600-1,000 examples with barrel lengths ranging from 2 1/2" to 7 1/2". Page 338 of the aforementioned text state that only 38 blackpowder frame SAA revolvers were mfg. with blued finish and a 4" bbl. in this caliber. Another rare feature is the early "fluted" frame. "A STUDY OF THE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY" by Graham, Kopec & Moore states on page 67 "Beginning in the 122,000 or 123,000 SNR the specially forged fluted Sheriff's Model frames were discontinued" making this revolver one of the last produced with this style frame. Included letter from Colt Authority Ron Graham in regards to another specific fluted frame SAA states that total estimated production for this frame style to be only 150-175 across all calibers and configurations. Bbl. 4" Ejectorless.with modified blade front sight and 2 line bbl. address. Left side of bbl. has etched panel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Bottom of bbl stamped with small "44", second digit distorted by small dents. Left front side of trigger guard bow stamped "44 CAL". Left side of frame bears 3 line patent date. Matching numbers on frame, trigger guard & grip frame. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter stating the following: Serial Number: 122378 / Caliber: .44/40 / Barrel Length: 4" / Finish: Blue / Type of Stocks: Ebony / Shipped To: W.H. Clarke / Address: Omaha, Nebraska / Date of Shipment: June 5, 1890 / Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1". CONDITION: overall attractive aged appearance. Metal surfaces have faded to an even gray / brown patina having scattered light dings, scratches and evidence of cleaned oxidation. Original blue is present in protected areas. Etched panel is clearly visible. Grips are solid but worn with added layer of finish over scattered light scratches & impressions. Bore shows strong rifling with a lightly frosted appearance having scattered areas of light oxidation. Some screw head slots show minor distortion. Mechanically excellent. A once in a lifetime opportunity to own the only known factory ebony stocked fluted frame Sheriffs model in existence. (01-30290/BH). ANTIQUE. $30,000-50,000.

SAA REVOLVER. Cal. 38 W.C.F. S# 251744. Mfg. 1904. Revolver attributed to Colt Master engraver Cuno Helfrict when offered in the October 2015 James D. Julia auction by Consultant Specialist J.R. Larue. At that time it sold for $21,850.00. Revolver features 75% coverage of an attractive arabesque scroll engraving over fine punch dot background Flower engraved in flutes of frame as is commonly found on Helfricht's work. Engraving of geometric design found on ejector boss. Top side of ejector housing engraved in snake & dot pattern which is also found at rear of cyl. Top of frame engrave with notes of arabasque, punch dots and wavy lines. In between fluted engraved with arabasque pattern. Revolver is fitted with 2 piece mother of pearl grips; right panel has raised relief carved eagle. CONDITION: bbl., ejector housing & cyl. retain 10% original blue in protected areas with scattered fine scratches, dings and light patina. Frame retains traces of original case colors in protected areas. Bore is generally bright with sharp rifling. Very good grips show a few stable cracks on left panel. Mechanically excellent. PROVENANCE: James D. Julia Auctions October 2015. (26-4380/BH). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Colt. S#. 330802. Mfg. 1915. The series of long flute Colt revolvers were mfg from 1913-15 utilizing surplus 1878 cylinders that remained in inventory after the production of the M1878 ceased in 1905. This example was custom engraved with a foliate scroll and punch dot background pattern on the bbl, cyl, trigger guard, & back strap. It is fit with a 5.5" bbl with 1-line Hartford address and 2-piece checkered ivory stocks. Blued finish. CONDITION: Overall very fine with the reblued metal having only a bit of muzzle wear and a small amount of oxidation under the grips. Engraving is sharp and well executed. Grips are sound with some mild hand wear to the checkering. Bore is bright with some light small pinprick pits and wear to the rifling. (26-2531/ZAL) CURIO $2500-3500

Cal. 45 Colt. S#. 351270. Mfg. 1927. This very fine 1st gen revolver is fit with a 4.75" blued bbl with 2-line Hartford address. Case colored frame and hammer. Blued straps. Aftermarket white Colt medallion grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Original box. CONDITION: Overall very fine with 99" blue having only minor freckling at the muzzle. Vivid case colors remain on the frame. Nice grips. Box has some light tattering edge panel separation. Very fine bright shiny bore. (26-1761/ZAL) CURIO $3000-5000

REVOLVER. Cal. 22 LR. S#. 228147. Fit with a custom tapered ribbed round bbl with ramped front sight. The original sight groove on the frame was milled to accommodate the new square notch rear sight. Custom 22 LR cylinder with force matched SN. Case colored frame. 2-pice Colt medallion ivory grips. CONDITION: Overall very fine. Blued components retain 97% of their finish. Nice original case colored frame. Sound grips with some age checks. Bright bore with wear to the rilfing. (26-2759/ZAL) MODERN $1500-2500

38 SPECIAL WITH ORIGINAL 38 WCF PARTS. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 283729. Bbl. 5 1/2" with blade front sight. Accompanying this revolver is a 8-18-52 dated invoice showing this revolver was sent back to the factory for repair. Invoice shows that upon receipt, this revolver was chambered in 38 W.C.F. Invoice shows that during repair, this Colt was fitted with a 38 Spl bbl., cyl. & ejector rod along with a new hammer & bolt. The fransite "carved" eagle grip is noted as being fitted to this gun at that time. Additionally, upon leaving Colt, subject revolver had been refinished to blue as opposed to the standard dual tone finish. Total cost at the time, $45.25. Mfg. 1906. Matching numbers on frame, trigger guard frame & butt. 2 Piece franzite grips with raised eagle on right panel and raised bear on left. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter confirming original features. Receipt of purchase from 1949. Copy of Colt factory repair invoice dated 1952. 1975 Bill of sale to David Berenson. Original 38 W.C.F. bbl. & cyl, both have been refinished. Leatherette hinged cardboard Colt box. Fake Decorative Special Ranger badge. Tooled leather belt & holster. CONDITION: bbl., cyl. and ejector housing retain 90%+ factory blue with thinning at muzzle, sharp edges & faint cyl. dragline. Frame has been heat recolored following the Colt reblue with patent marking and Rampant Colt logo nicely reapplied. Right side of frame at trigger guard meet up has small area of oxidation. Trigger guard & grip frame retain 98% refinished blue. Grips are sound but sit poorly to this gun. Bright bore shows sharp rifling with a slightly frosted appearance. Mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (26-4398/BH). CURIO. $1,750-2,500

LETTER. Cal. 38-40. S# 273909. Mfg. 1906. Bbl. 4.75". with no bbl address. Custom nickel plated components. Frame has no patent markings. 2-piece hard rubber 2nd gen. grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory letter confirming the configuration with the exception of the grips & finish which is listed as blue. Shipped to Hibbard, Spencer & Bartlett Co. Chicago IL in Jan 1906 along with 6 other guns. CONDITION: Retains the majority of the replated finish. Majority of the markings have been removed. Grips are good. Bore has worn rifling with frosting and some pitting. (26-3194/ZAL) CURIO $1000-1500

OF COLONEL SAMUEL COLT. Quarto, 399 pages, 80 full page illustrations, bound in stippled full brown leather, gold embossed, Colt family crest on covers, raised ribs, gilt edges, marbled French endpapers. Privately published by Elizabeth Jarvis Colt in 1866, the elaborate memorial named for family mansion which is now national historic site. This copy has January 28, 1867 presentation to Mrs. Lewis Weld (Mary Austin Coggswell Weld) "with sincere love of Mrs. Samuel Colt". CONDITION: good overall. Professionally repaired hinges with new sections of wallpaper and spine has been professionally reattached, slightly shaken. (02-27428/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

5.5" COLT SAA. The attractively tooled brown leather double loop holster was made by A.H. Hardy of Beverly Hills, CA and is marked with the makers mark on the inside area of the belt loop. The reverse carries the Stembridge Gun Rental inventory stamp. It is accompanied by its matching A.H. Hardy 24 cartridge tooled belt with sterling silver buckle and trim marked Edward H Bolin of Hollywood, CA. The belt also is marked with the Stembridge Gun Rental inventory marking. Stembridge Gun Rentals was a prop weapons provider to the US movie and television industry until 2007. During its tenure, nearly every American movie or television set was supplied by Stembridge Rentals. CONDITION: Overall very fine condition with no significant wear. There are signs of light use. Silver is nicely patinaed. Well struck crisp markings and very nice tooling. (02-25504/ZAL) NON $1,500-2,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 1957. Mfg. 1877. This 1st year lightning features a 3.5" round bbl with acid etch panel, no ejector, silver blade front sight, & 2-line Hartford address. Standard frame markings. Checkered rosewood grips. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The metal finish on the bbl, frame, straps and cylinder have traces of the original blue in sheltered areas. The acid etch panel is visible, but faint. The grips are sound with hand wear and scattered light handling marks. Bore is good with strong rifling and some light pitting. Functions well when cycled by hand. (01-29068/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Colt. S# 9619. Mfg. 1878. Approx 166,000 1877 series revolvers were produced from 1877-1909. This nickel plated example is fit with a 5" bbl with ejector, acid etch COLT D.A. 41 panel, & 2-line Hartford address. Standard patent markings. Checkered hard rubber factory grips. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal surfaces retain 85% of the original nickel finish with portions that have flaked with a dark patina in the voids. The etc panel is very good, as are the other markings. The grips are sound, but otherwise sound. The mechanical timing is off. Bore has good rifling with light frosting. (01-29083/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

LETTER. Cal. 38 Colt. S#. 17266. Mfg. 1907. This nickel plated revolver is inscribed on the back strap with the name J.W. CREAMER. He was a Baltimore County police officer that served from 1892-1917 where he rose to the rank of Lt. before passing in 1917. Fit with a 4" bbl , 1.25" cylinder, & checkered hard rubber Colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Factory letter confirming the configuration and indicating that the revolver was shipped in a 2 gun order to Schoverling, Daly & Gales, New York, NY in Dec. 1907. The inscription is not noted on the letter. Typed history of Creamer. CONDITION: 70% of the original flaking nickel plating remains with a dark patina in the areas of missing finish. Good markings. Grips have turned to a brown with hand wear. Bore is dark with pitting. (26-4448/ZAL) CURIO $750-1250

DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER. Cal. 45 (45 Colt). S# 332475. Bbl. 2". While being the largest swing out cyl. revolver ever offered by Colt, the New Service enjoyed a significant production run from 1898 to 1944. Many iterations in both caliber and bbl. length configurations were made throughout the course of production, examples with a 2" bbl. undoubtedly being amongst the most scarce. This example, mfg. by Colt in 1931 features the distinct 2" bbl., which bears no factory markings, as one might expect. The left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and Verified Proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, with the top strap of the frame exhibiting a matte blue finish. Sides of hammer are polished in-the-white, with the top strap exhibiting a polished blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips, and features a case colored lanyard swivel and ring on the butt. Special order fixed blade front sight and standard frame notched rear sight. Front face of trigger features a checkered panel. Ejector rod without threads for checkered head. Matching numbers are present on the frame and cyl. crane. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter stating: "Serial Number 332475/ Caliber: .38/c/ Barrel Length: 2"/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Not Listed/ Special Features: Furnished with a special front sight./ Sold To: Bolles-Brendamour Company/ Address: Cincinnati, Ohio/ Shipped To: Kruse Hardware Company/ Address: Cincinnati, Ohio/ Date of Shipment: June 27, 1931/ Colt Factory Order: # 10190/2/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 2". Of particular note, the factory documentation for this example appears to be an error, listing the ".38/c" as the caliber. CONDITION: fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some scattered superficial handling marks overall, with a couple of small spots of light surface oxidation on the right side of the frame. Forward edges of cyl. with light edge wear, sides with light oxidation. Rear of cyl. with light dragline. Rear grip strap exhibits very fine pinprick oxidation. Sides of hammer retains a bright appearance, with some expected pinprick age related discoloration. Lanyard swivel and ring retain bountiful amounts of their vibrant case colored finish. Tip of ejector rod exhibits a thin layer of apparent lacquer. Mirror bore, exhibiting several streaks of congealed grease and a small spot of light to mild pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics, with cyl. removed to preserve condition. Grips are excellent, showing light smoothing to the tips of the diamonds and a few minor nicks and marks overall. A seldom encountered Colt 2" New Service revolver whose condition parallels its scarcity. (26-3214/MLW). CURIO. $10,000-15,000.

SPECIAL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32-20. S# 321844. Bbl. 6" with blade front sight. Mfg. 1911. According to "THE BOOK OF COLT FIREARMS" by Sutherland and Wilson, it is estimated that out of the total production of approx. 240,000, only 475 of these revolvers were ever factory engraved. Revolver features Class "A" 25% coverage floral scroll engraving with punch dot background and star bursts on trigger guard bow, rear of hammer on grip frame, in between cyl. flutes and either side of frame, forward of cyl. Top strap ornamented with two sets of in line "O"s. Left side of bbl. marked COLT ARMY SPECIAL 32-20 WCF" surrounded by foliate scroll engraving. Blued frame, bbl. & cyl. Fire blued checkered trigger & hammer top. Sides of hammer polished bright. Revolver stocked with fancy mother of pearl grips. A copy of the Colt Archive Properties letter, confirms that the production records note that the revolver was indeed engraved, and was manufactured, May 26, 1911. CONDITION: very fine as factory quality refinished. Metal parts retain 99% reapplied blue. There is one very light area of prior pitting on cyl in between flutes. Grips are of the period, well fit & in excellent condition. Good bore with some light frosting in grooves. A very hard to obtain engraved Army Special for those who collect engraved Colt firearms. PROVENANCE: Military Museum Collection of Shooters Outpost, Hooksett NH. (25-5603/BH) CURIO. $6,500-9,500.

INSCRIBED TO GLENN WILSON. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 592138. Bbl. 6". Official Police double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1934. Left side of the bbl. is marked with the model and cal. designations, with Colt's 2-line address marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Right side of the frame is engraved "PRESENTED TO/ GLENN/ FROM/ CAPT. J.B. FOX" above the date "9-13-35". Glenn Wilson (1891-1953) served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 17 years, with records indicating him holding a position as a Turnkey, Deputy Sheriff, and Fingerprint Expert, later retiring from the LAPD as an Investigator. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, save for on the sides of the hammer, which are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. Modified blade front sight, now serrated with provision for bead, and frame notched rear sight. Matching numbers are present on the frame and cyl. crane. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter indicating: "Serial Number: 592138/ Caliber: .38/c/ Barrel Length: 6"/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Not Listed/ Shipped To: Union Hardware & Metal Company/ Address: Los Angeles, California/ Date of Shipment: April 6, 1934/ Date of Manufacture: March 30, 1934/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 100". Revolver is also accompanied by extensive documentation totaling approx. 160 pages including numerous newspaper articles mentioning Glenn Wilson and/or Captain Fox, Wilson's death certificate, as well as Wilson and Fox's burial information. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light to mild edge wear, some small spots of light surface oxidation, as well as some superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show moderate smoothing and some scattered marks from handling and storage, with the right grip exhibiting a small chip at the bottom right corner of the panel. (26-3213/MLW). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

FACTORY LETTER & PROVENANCE TO DSC & NYCPD. Cal. 38 Colt. S# 692604. Bbl. 4". Official Police double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1942. Left side of the bbl. is marked with the model and cal. designations, with Colt's 2-line address marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Heel of rear grip strap is marked with an apparent (poorly stamped) "S 930", with a partially defaced "19554" marked on the butt. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, save for on the sides of the hammer, which are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. Fixed half-moon blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter stating: "Serial Number: 692604/ Caliber: .38/c/ Barrel Length: 4"/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Not Listed/ Shipped To: Defense Supplies Corporation/ c/o Procurement Division/ Address: Washington, D.C./ Date of Shipment: February 21, 1942/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 50". Additionally, this example is accompanied by a letter from R.N. Vivas whom indicates that this revolver appears in the NYCPD Equipment Bureau's sales book as having been sold to Probitionary Patrolman Simson Eisdorfer on August 12th of 1942. Vivas indicates that this particular revolver is of interest, as most revolvers indicate direct shipment to the NYCPD, whereas this example letters as being shipped directly to the Defense Supplies Corporation. Additional documention from Vivas includes a scan of the handwritten record indicating sale of this revolver to Eisdorfer, as well as x2 newspaper articles (x1 dated 1975, the other 1977) that list Eisdorfer as Chief of Organized Crime Control. CONDITION: revolver is very good, retaining the majority of its original factory finish, showing some light edge wear (mild edge wear at muzzle), scattered small spots of finish wear, scattered spots and patches of light surface oxidation, as well as some superficial handling marks overall. Mirror bore, exhibiting a couple spots of light pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show varying degrees of smoothing and some bruising, but otherwise remain sound. (26-3215/MLW). CURIO. $1,500-2,250.

BARREL TARGET REVOLVER SHIPPED TO NOTABLE REPAIR SHIP, U.S.S. VESTAL (AR-4). Cal. 38 Colt. S# 626100. Bbl. 6". Officers Model .38 Heavy Barrel target revolver mfg. by Colt in 1938. Left side of the bbl. is marked "OFFICERS MODEL 38/ HEAVY BARREL" (each line between a pair of Maltese crosses), with Colt's 2-line mfg. and patent information marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, save for on the sides of the hammer, which are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. Pinned blade front sight with adj. King Semi-rib micro-metered windage and elevation adj. rear sight. Unmarked wide spur hammer. Knurled backstrap and checkered trigger face. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter indicating: "Serial Number: 626100/ Caliber: .38/c/ Barrel Length: 6"/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Not Listed/ Shipped To: Ships Service Store/ U.S.S. Vestal/ Address: San Pedro, California/ Date of Shipment: July 6, 1938/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1". Revolver is additionally accompanied by documentation stating the history of the U.S.S. Vestal. CONDITION: near excellent, with metal components retaining the vast majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light to mild edge wear, some scattered spots of light surface oxidation, as well as some superficial handling marks overall. Brilliant mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show some light to mild smoothing to the diamonds, as well as a few superficial handling marks, but otherwise remain sound and present nicely. U.S.S. Vestal proved to be vital throughout the course of the United States' involvement in World War II. On the fateful morning of December 6th, 1941, she was moored alongside the U.S.A. Arizona, where two bombs originally intended for the Arizona struck the Vestal. Despite taking significant damage, the Vestal played a role in some salvage operations at Pearl Harbor, notably assisting in overturning the hull of the U.S.S. Oklahoma. Throughout the war, the crew of the Vestal providing numerous repairs of varying magnitudes and receiving x2 battle stars by the time of the ships decommissioning. While certainly not the only example of its kind, this is the first Colt revolver this cataloger has seen shipped directly to a U.S. Navy ship. (26-3216/MLW). CURIO. $2,000-3,000.

ACTION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX, PAPER TEST TARGET, & PROVENANCE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 23437. Bbl. 6". Officers Model Target .22 LR double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1941. Left side of the bbl. is marked with the model and cal. designations, with Colt's 2-line mfg. and patent information marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo (beneath grip) and "VP" proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, with the rear grip strap and top strap of the frame exhibiting a matte blue finish. Sides of hammer are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece aftermarket Colt gold medallion wood finger grooved grips. Patridge blade front sight and adj. dovetailed square notch rear sight. Checkered backstrap and front face of trigger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching factory box with correct end label and "TARGET PATRIDGE SIGHT" lid end label. Box contains an original January of 1938 dated Colt revolvers advertisement sheet, matching factory paper test target, a West Hartford, CT copy of a 1960 dated transfer from Walther A. Sandstrom (former chief of police of the West Hartford Police Department), as well as a 1975 dated letter from the West Hartford Police Department summarizing Sandstrom's career. CONDITION: near fine, with metal components retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light edge wear on the edges of the muzzle, as well as a few superficial handling marks overall. Cyl. bears a very light to light dragline. Sides of hammer exhibit a couple scattered spots of age related discoloration. Mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips are very good to excellent, showing some light superficial marks and small impressions from handling and storage. Box shows some light to mild exterior wear (predominately visible on edges), with a tear present on either corner on the left side of the lid. An exceptional example of a Colt Officers Model Target revolver, complete with its matching factory box and test target. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col. (26-614/MLW). CURIO. $700-1,100.

FORMERLY OWNED BY IRA "CURTIS" LISTON, WITH FACTORY LETTER & PROVENANCE. Cal. 38 Spl. S# 356688/ Bbl. 2". Detective Special double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1928. Left side of the bbl. is marked "38" and "DETECTIVE/ SPECIAL", with Colt's 2-line mfg. and patent information marked on the right. Left side of the frame is marked with the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, save for on the sides of the hammer, which are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips. Fixed half-moon blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Unmarked / unnumbered factory and Colt factory letter stating: "Serial Number: 356688/ Caliber: .38/c/ Barrel Length: 2"/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Checkered Wood/ Shipped To: W.S. Brown Inc./ Address: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania/ Date of Shipment: February 9, 1928/ Colt Factory ORder: #14129/100/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 2". Additionally, this revolver is accompanied by a Colt Factory invoice dated August 11, 1944, denoting work performed on this example (new bbl., ejector rod ratchet, grips, and bolt), a letter to John Rock of the Pennsylvania Motor Police with the total for the work done, a letter from Colt detailing condition upon arrival and that they were unable to refinish the gun as requested (likely due to wartime production), scans of newspaper articles pertaining to Curtis Liston, as well as a document summarizing how Liston and John R. Rock. In summary, the document associates Liston and Rock via their proximity in PA. Further, the document speculates that it is likely that Liston and Rock were acquainted and that Liston was likely the original owner of this revolver. Due to wartime shortages and small arms (amongst other items) having to go through the DSC (Defense Supplies Corporation), obtaining a short barreled revolver as an individual was likely near impossible. Due to condition statement of the revolver supplied from Colt's notes when it was received in the factory, it is speculated that Liston shipped the gun to Colt, with Rock having paid for the repairs before subsequently taking possession of the piece. CONDITION: metal components retain large amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting patches of wear and thinning fading to gray patina, scattered spots of light surface oxidation, as well as some superficial handling marks overall. Cyl., grip straps, and underside of trigger guard bow have largely faded to a gray patina. Sides of hammer exhibit age related discoloration. Very bright bore, exhibiting some scattered spots of light pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show heavy smoothing and some scattered marks from handling and storage. Box shows general exterior wear, with losses to the exterior along edges and a tear at one corner of the lid. (26-3211/MLW). CURIO. $1,800-2,700.

Cal. 38 Spl. S# S42045. Mfg. 1980. Standard config. with 2" barrel, six shot cyl. and checkered walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: mismatching Colt box. CONDITION: near excellent blue and grips with minor marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col. (26-653/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 41 Colt. S# 270004. Bbl. 6". Colt New Army / Navy double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1906. Left side of the bbl. is marked "COLT. D.A. 41", with Colt's 2-line mfg. and patent information marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the encircled Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Metal components exhibit a high polish blue finish, with the trigger, top strap of the hammer, and frame screws exhibiting a nitre blue finish. Standard fixed half-moon blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. All numbered parts are matching via the assembly # "422" and include the frame, cyl. crane, cyl. latch, as well as the grips. Interior of grips are each etched with a single "7". CONDITION: metal components retain large amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting scattered spots and patches of wear and thinning, scattered spots and patches of light to mild pitting, as well as scattered handling marks overall. Front grip strap retains fair amounts of bluing, with the rear strap having largely faded to a gray patina. Butt exhibits an apparently intentional approx. 1 3/8" gouge, possibly removing a previous marking or number. Nitre blue parts are good, showing wear fading to gray patina in usual contact areas, as well as some scattered spots of light oxidation. Very bright bore, exhibiting scattered spots of light to mild pitting, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show light to mild smoothing, as well as some superficial marks from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sound. (26-2860/MLW). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 41 Colt. S# 130292. Bbl. 3". New Army / Navy double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1899. Left side of the bbl. is marked "COLT. D.A. 41", with Colt's 3-line mfg. and patent information marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with the encircled Rampant Colt logo. Metal components exhibit a high polish blue finish overall. Trigger, top strap of hammer, and frame screws exhibit a nitre blue finish. Frame is mounted with 2-piece checkered brown hard rubber grips, each marked "COLT" above the Rampant Colt logo at the top of the panel. Uncommon 3" bbl. with fixed half-moon blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. Matching assembly # "131" is present on the frame, cyl. crane, and cyl. latch. Interior of grips are etched "161". CONDITION: metal components retain large amounts of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting light to mild wear and thinning fading to gray patina and scattered superficial handling marks overall. Grip straps have largely faded to a gray patina, with comparable wear present on the forward bend of the trigger guard bow. Nitre blue parts retain good to large amounts of their factory finish, fading to gray patina in usual contact areas. Near mirror bore, exhibiting some scattered spots of light to mild pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show light to mild smoothing and a few superficial marks from handling and storage, with the right grip exhibiting a small crack on the right edge. (26-3217/MLW). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 349473. Bbl. 5 1/2". New Service double action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1940. Left side of bbl. with "NEW SERVICE 45 COLT", with Colt's 2-line mfg. and patent information marked across the top. Left side of frame with the Rampant Colt logo and "VP" proof. Metal components exhibit a blue finish overall, save for on the sides of the hammer, which are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt silver medallion checkered wood grips, and features a lanyard swivel & ring on the butt. Fixed clipped blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. Checkered trigger. CONDITION: metal components retain the majority of their original factory blue finish, exhibiting some light edge wear, a patch of mild edge wear along the edge of the bbl., scattered spots of light surface oxidation (predominately on the sides of the bbl. at muzzle and along the top strap of the frame), as well as some superficial handling marks overall. Left edge of trigger guard exhibits an impression. Heel of rear grip strap exhibits a patch of moderate oxidation. Mirror bore, retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show light smoothing and some superficial handling marks, with a small chip present at the lower left corner on the left panel. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col. (26-518/MLW). CURIO. $700-1,000.

Cal. 38 Spl. S# 0692SV. Mfg. 1995-1996. Stainless finished with 2" barrel, six shot cyl. and black combat grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt hang-tag. CONDITION: near excellent overall; shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col (26-529/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 357 Magnum. S# J50351. This revolver is one of only 1,152 produced with a factory nickel finish. Bbl. 4" heavy with and shrouded ejector. Serrated ramp pinned blade front with square adj. rear sight. Fluted 6 shot cylinder. Nickel finish. Checkered 2-pc square butt walnut grips have gold rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: metal finish shows carry & edge wear with scattered spotting & scratches. Grips show a few small marks. Very good bright bore. (26-2878/DS). CURIO. $1,500-2,000.

Cal. 38 Special. S# SV8038. Bbl. 2" with rib and shrouded ejector. Ramp front sight. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Stainless steel construction. Rubber grips have silver rampant colt medallions. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue molded case containing instructions. CONDITION: near excellent with a cylinder drag line. Bright near excellent bore. (26-2888/DS). MODERN. $500-800.

Cal. 38 Special. S# 834893-M. Bbl. 4". Serrated blade front sight. Fluted 6 shot cylinder. Blue finish with matted top, bottom & grip straps. Checkered walnut 2 piece square butt grips with silver rampant colt medallions. About 2,500 mfg. 1954-1956. CONDITON: over 90% blue showing some carry & edge wear. Grips show light wear and marks. Very good bright bore. (26-2882/DS). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

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Cal 44 S# E company 47 & D company #40 (barrel). This is an original and authentic military Colt Walker revolver that has an intriguing and long history from the pioneer Texas collector Joe Bates collection. A November 1940 Hobbies Magazine article by Walker researcher Wilbur Quick mentions Joe Bates finding this revolver with a Dragoon barrel on it near a battlefield in Mexico near the San Juan bridge, also in article is story of finding barrel "D company # 40". Bates was able to marry the 2 Mexican War veterans together same year 1940. This was a wonderful marriage as the parts fit so well including patina and overall condition. This revolver has long provenance pictured in several publications in current configuration, Texas Gun Lore 1951 is the first I believe, and on the original Quick list from 1951 when owned by John Stockmeyer who bought gun from Bates in 1949. Walker is in standard configuration, 9" barrel with "E company No. 47" still visible on frame & trigger guard, barrel marked "D Company No 40" and "US / 1847" with "ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY" on top flat. Markings are weak on iron but revolver has good overall aesthetic and estimated well less than when last auctioned in 2000. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: research file of correspondence and collection history, copy of 2000 auction listing, bill of sale to Bill Gary in 2001.CONDITION: Very good as restored. Though when last auction sold in auction as "original and authentic with minor exception of restored spring". Barrel, frame, trigger guard, and hammer are no doubt original & authentic. Backstrap and grips are restored in our opinion & are better than rest of gun though grips are numbered in channel "E 47", no discernible marking on backstrap. Cylinder pin & wedge are restorations and unmarked. Cylinder has no visible scene or S#, ratcheting and nipples are better than rest of gun, it does have single safety pin, so cylinder probable restoration. Most screws are good restorations. Mechanics function, fair rifled bore with pitting. PROVENANCE: Joe Bates collection 1940; John Stockmeyer collection 1949, Charles Anderson collection, 1953; Bill Orbello collection 1992; John Gangle auction. Lot 115, Nov. 19, 2000; Bill Gary collection, 2000; David Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29652/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-50,000.

Cal. 44. S# 10099. Martially inspected 2nd Model Dragoons in fine condition are the rarest of all dragoons with lowest productions made only 1850-1851. This example made in 1851 has survived in beautiful condition remaining much of its original finish. Standard configuration blue and case colors, 7.5" octagonal to round barrel, German silver blade front sight, 1-line New York City address. Frame stamped "COLT'S PATENT" / "U.S.". The distinctive square back brass trigger guard & backstrap contain an oil finished walnut grip with crisp US inspector cartouches "WAT" & "JCB" (William A. Thornton & Joseph C. Bragg). Cylinder has the Ormsby engraved Dragoon-Indian fight scene and "U. S. M. R. / COLT'S PATENT" cartouches surrounding the S#. Crisp sub inspectors initials are found on barrel, frame, cylinder, backstrap, triggerguard, and grips. CONDITION: fine overall. Complete & original with exception of restored wedge screw, matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, loading arm, wedge, & arbor, sharp edges, crisp markings, 50%+ original thinning military blue finish on barrel, about 20% blue on cylinder with excellent rolled Ormsby Dragoon Indian fight scene, safety pins are smashed flat apparently recently, light drag line on cylinder. Frame, hammer, and loading assembly retain muted dark case color, light pitting on left recoil shield and frame Grips are superior with light edge wear with two crisp inspection cartouches and sub-inspector "H" on butt. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-30033/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

Cal 44. S# 10742. This is an interesting oddity in that this was a nice martial survivor, all original in very good condition. Revolver was later engraved after it left service. Standard configuration made in 1851, 7.5” octagonal to round barrel, German silver blade front sight, 1-line New York City address. Frame stamped "COLT'S PATENT" / "U.S.". The distinctive square back brass trigger guard & backstrap contain original walnut grip which is well worn but has correct inked matching serial number. Cylinder has the Ormsby engraved Dragoon-Indian fight scene and "U. S. M. R. / COLT'S PATENT" cartouches surrounding the S#. Sub inspector’s initial “B” (Joseph Bragg) is still visible in the engraving on bbl, cylinder, triggerguard, backstrap, and left side of hammer. Revolver is scroll engraved in New York style with patriotic shield engraved on trigger bow. CONDITION: very good overall, complete, matching S#s on every part including wedge and inked inside grips, the markings are fine including the engraved patterns, the original grip has an old glued repair. There is crack repair to backstrap and triggerguard just rear of the trigger bow; very well done and almost invisible. (01-29825/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cal. 31. S# 4481. Bbl. 5" octagon without loading lever. Round 5shot cylinder. Square back brass trigger guard and backstrap. Back strap behind hammer has a hand scratched initial "W". One piece walnut grips. About 15,000 mfg. 1847-1850. CONDITION: cleaned gray metal shows light pitting and handling marks. Cleaned brass shows traces of silver finish. Sanded & refinish grips show handling marks with a chip the toe. Cylinder shows some side play. Pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-29912/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 31. S#. 11546. Mfg 1849. Approx. 15,000 were mfg from 1847-50. This example is fit with a 5" oct bbl with 2-line New York address. 5-shot round cylinder with oval cylinder stops and stagecoach scene. COLTS/PATENT marked frame. Square back trigger guard. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, cyl, arbor, frame, straps & wedge. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal surfaces are void of finish with a dark even patina. Straps retain 90% of their factory plating. Grips are sound with hand wear, small corner chips, and light handling marks. Dark bore with pitting. (01-30179/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1750-2500

A.C. DUCAT, 12th ILLINOIS.Cal. 31. S# 188198. Standard configuration, 5" octagonal barrel, One line New York US America address. Engraved on butt "Presented to A. C. Ducat / by / S.T. Atwater & B.W. Phillips". Backstrap is engraved "Gen Chas A Ducat. Revolver made in 1861 which would coordinate with inscription on butt as Chicago newspaper Sept. 19, 1861 makes record: "PRESENTATION-Capt. A. C. Ducat, late surveyor of the board of underwriters of this city, and now a captain in Colonel MacArthur's regiment at Paducah, arrived in the city on Saturday morning and was presented with a fine sword, sash, etc, by the underwriters. A very appropriate speech was made by S. T. Atwater, Esq. President of the board. Captain Ducat left this morning for his regiment in Kentucky where he will do good service as occasion may afford opportunity" B. W. Phillips was also founding member of board of underwriters along with Ducat & Atwater in February 1861, just prior to war. Arthur Charles Ducat (1830-1896) Ducat was an immigrant from County Dublin, Ireland. He moved to Illinois in 1851, where he was a civil engineer and an insurance agent. Ducat enlisted May 2, 1861, as lieutenant, 12th Illinois Infantry, promoted to captain prior to receiving pistol. He was wounded at Fort Donelson as a major, promoted to lieutenant colonel after April 1, 1862. In September 1862 he became inspector general of the Army of the Cumberland. He was discharged on February 19, 1864, breveted brigadier general. He continued as a leading executive in the insurance industry in Illinois and a world-renowned specialist in fire prevention and protection and wrote several texts on the subject. In 1873, Ducat wrote the military code for the Illinois National Guard and became its commander with rank of major general, which may account for the back strap inscription as general. Ducat died January 29, 1896, at Downers Grove, Illinois, and was buried in Rosehill Cemetery.CONDITION: very good as reworked and silver plated after original 1861 presentation on butt. Inscription on butt appears original with tacking marks obscuring few letters. Revolver appears original and matching metal parts, engraving & some markings freshened, grips are later additions that present nicely in original Colt mahogany casing, mechanics are fine, bright shiny rifled bore. Eagle flask & 2-cavity "COLTS PATENT PKT" mold are both fine with much original finish, Eley cap tin has good lacquer retained. (01-30045/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-8,000.

REVOLVERS.Cal. 31. S# 90312/104023. Both revolvers in standard configuration with longest 6" octagonal barrels, both engraved on top flats "SAML COLT". Frames are engraved "COLTS PATENT" in arcs on frames, full coverage scroll engraving terminating in dog & hound's head on 90312 and flowers on 104023. Both guns have dots after serial numbers, guns made 1854-1855 during heyday of Gustav Young shop engraved percussion Colts. Housed in red velvet lined mahogany casing with double sided eagle & stars flask, COLTS PATENT 2-cavity brass mold, cap tin, and loose bullets, loading directions pasted inside top lid. CONDITION: pistols both very good overall, traces of finish in protected areas, both retain about 70% silver plate, both guns have about 80% original varnish retained. Mechanics function well, good rifled bores. Casing and accessories are very good matching condition. (01-30042/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S#. 76909. Mfg. 1853. This attractively New York engraved revolver is stylized with a donut scroll that covers 60% of it's surfaces and features a period inscription S.C.LUM CHICAGO,ILL along the back strap. It is fit with a 5" oct bbl with nick & dot border at the muzzle, donut scroll on the breech flats, & engraved SAML. COLT in a stylized font on the top flat. The frame is almost entirely covered in donut scroll with a stamped COLTS/PATENT marking. 5-shot round cylinder with stagecoach scene. Trigger guard bow is engraved en suite with a nick & dot border. 1-piece ivory stocks. Matching numbered bbl, arbor, loading lever, straps, & cylinder. A punch dot is found under the frame, trigger guard & backstrap. CONDITION: Overall very good. The engraving is very nice with the finish fading to an even grey patina. The cylinder retains 85% of its cylinder scene with some mottled old oxidation spots. Backstrap retains 20% of the plating. The trigger guard retains 80% of the plating. Good grips with penciled number that is difficult to read. Dark bore with pitting. (01-29883/ZAL) ANTIQUE $3500-4500

REVOLVER.Cal. 31. S# 101863. Standard configuration, made 1855, 4" octagonal barrel script engraved: "SAML COLT". Frame has "COLTS PATENT" engraved in arc, full coverage engraving by Gustav Young shop, foliate scrolls terminating in hound's head on both barrel lug & frame on left side, loading lever pivot, wedge edges, & screws engraved en suite, fit with fine varnished figured burl walnut 1-piece grips. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, about 20% factory blue on barrel and protected areas, markings and engraving all sharp, grip frame retains about 80% original silver with indiscernible vintage inscribed name "A. H. Litlington Harrison". Cylinder has good stagecoach robbery rolled scene with light pitting on one side. Grips retain about 90% bright luster varnish. Mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. (01-30038/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

MODEL 1849 REVOLVER.Cal. 31. S# 187348. Standard configuration, 5" octagonal barrel, correct "1-line New York US America address, left side of frame has small "COLTS PATENT", silver plated brass trigger guard & backstrap, varnished walnut grip, 5-shot cylinder with rolled "stagecoach holdup scene". Backstrap has 2-line inscription "Presented to H.B. Chase / by his friends April 25, 1861" & "Dracut Mass" on butt. Housed in Colt mahogany casing compartmentalized for eagle flask, 2 cavity "COLT PATENT" brass mold, "L" shaped combination tool, & cap tin.Harvey Benjamin Chase (1839-1883) from Dracut, Mass. Enlisted into "Richardson Light Guard" in Lowell Mass April 1861. The initials "RLI" on top of backstrap stand for "Richardson Light Infantry" as newspaper accounts refer to unit early war, prior to being re-assigned as artillery in Mass 7th Independent Battery. As late as May 1862, unit was still operating as infantry taking part in capture and occupation of Norfolk, VA. By June 19, 1862, unit was trained and equipped as battery seeing action at Yorktown and Suffolk in January 1863. Chase was discharged January 19, 1863 on disability due to chronic diarrhea & rheumatic fever. He went home continued work as mechanic till his death in 1883, he is buried near his lifetime home in family plot in Lowell. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: research and service records of Chase. CONDITION: very good-fine overall, appears all original & matching throughout, all matching S#s, about 30-40% factory blue on barrel & cylinder, frame & loading arm retain traces of case color with balance silver/gray, retains most of its original varnish, grip frame retains about 30% original silver plate. Mahogany casing is equally very good with soiled and stained dark red wine colored velvet lining, accessories fair, additional cutout for longer spout on flask. Mechanically fine, crisp shiny rifled bore. (01-30046/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cal. 31. S# 4485. Standard configuration, steel back strap & trigger guard, 6" octagonal barrel marked "ADDRESS COL. COLT / LONDON" with brackets, small brass cone shaped bead sight, 5-shot cylinder with rolled stagecoach holdup scene, varnished walnut grips. Revolver is silver plated, British proofs on barrel and each cylinder chamber. Manufactured 1854. Revolver is housed in original Colt London blue baize lined mahogany casing with COLTS PATENT 2-cavity mold, 2 cap tins, flask, pewter oiler, combination nipple wrench/screwdriver, and cleaning rod. CONDITION: Revolver is very good, complete and matching S#s throughout, the old silver plate is 80-90% intact, cylinder has partial cylinder scene visible, grips retain 90% restored bright varnish finish, crisp mechanics, very good rifled bore. Casing is very good, slightly warped lid. (01-30035/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 31. S# 305590. Standard configuration, 4" octagon barrel with 1-line New York address. This revolver was made in 1868. Script inscription: "Major D. H. Van Valkenburgh / 1st New York Light Artillery" on backstrap. Inscription is in style of Civil War but Van Valkenburgh was killed at Battle of Fair Oaks, 6 years before revolver was manufactured. Revolver is housed in good Colt mahogany casing with red baize lining, eagle flask, "COLTS PATENT" 2-cavity mold, and cap tin. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of history on soldier. CONDITION: revolver is good to very good overall, gray metal with no finish, complete & matching, small remnants of rolled cylinder scene. Mechanically fine with very good rifled bore. Casing is sound, scuffed and soiled lining, accessories are good. (01-30044/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 31. S# 5251. Standard configuration 5" octagonal barrel, 2-line Colt London address, British proofs on barrel lug and each chamber of cylinder. Revolver has been aftermarket silver plated. Housed in original Colt London casing with bag flask, green label Joyce London cap tin, and brass 2-cavity bullet mold. CONDITION: good to very good overall, matching S#s on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, and loading lever, well fit varnished walnut 1-piece grip, good markings, stagecoach holdup scene about half visible on cylinder. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. English oak case is sound, green baize lining scuffed and chipped at edges, illustrated loading label inside lid is 90% intact. (01-30047/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 31. S# 5906. Mfg. 1855. Fit with a 5" bbl with 2-line London address & London proofs. 5-shot round cylinder with stage coach scene and London proofs. "COLTS / PATENT" marked frame. Iron straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, loading lever, cyl, arbor, & straps. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: period compartmentalized dealers case with vacant brass plaque on the lid, brass bullet mold, horn percussion cap box, federal eagle motif powder flask, reproduction 6-rd ammo pack. CONDITION: Overall fair+. The metal finish has faded to a lightly mottled grey patina. Bbl has a couple of heavy gouges on the left side. The cylinder retains 30% of the scene. Replacement wedge. Wedge retention screw head is broken. Frame screws are buggered. Grips are sound with hand & edge wear with scattered handling marks. Case has been relined, otherwise in nice condition. (01-29089/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

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Cal. 31. S# 276798. Mfg. 1865. This 1849 was produced at the end of the US Civil War. It is fit with a 4" octagon bbl with 1-line New York address. 5-shot round cylinder with stagecoach scene. "COLTS/PATENT" marked frame. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, arbor, straps, cyl, & grips have matching SN. CONDITION: Overall good example. Bbl retains 40% of its original bright blue. Unnumbered loading lever has light remaining case colors. Replacement wedge. Cylinder scene is intact with very no remaining finish and partial remaining cylinder pin. Straps are void of finish. Grips are sound with some light handling marks and edge wear. (01-30167/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 31. S# 180811. Mfg. 1860. Fit with a 6" bbl with 2-line Hartford address. 5-Shot round cyl with stagecoach scene and 3 of the cyl pins mostly intact. "COLTS/PATENT" marked frame. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, wedge, loading lever, arbor, cyl, frame, straps & grips are all matching. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl has traces of remaining finish in the most protected of areas with the balance having a fairly even grey patina. The cyl has a good scene with some very thin fading blue with a grey patina. The frame has a darker grey patina with some light mottling. The straps retain the majority of the silver finish that has tarnished to a dark patina. Grips are sound with some light handling marks, edge wear and good original varnish. (01-29088/ZAL) ANTIQUE $900-1400

Cal. 31. S# 76015. Mfg. 1853. This example is engraved with the name P. McGregor in a stylized script font on the backstrap and fit with a 6" oct bbl with 2-line New York address. 5-shot round cylinder with stagecoach scene. "COLTS/PATENT" marked frame. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl, frame, cyl, staps, wedge, arbor & grips are all matching. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl retains 20% of the original blue. Cyl retains a good roll scene however is void of finish. The frame is mostly grey with faint traces of case coloring in the protected areas. The straps retain 35% of the original plating. Inscription and markings are crisp with only the frame patent marking being light. Grips are sound with flaking varnish and scattered light handling marks. (01-30164/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

Cal. 31. S# 7484. Mfg. 1855. Fit with a 4" oct bbl with 2-line London address & London proofs on the left flat. 5-shot round London proofed cylinder with stage coach scene. "COLTS/PATENT" marked frame. 1-piece unnumbered walnut grips. Matching bbl, wedge, loading lever, arbor, frame, cyl, & straps. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The finish has mostly worn with the exceptions of the protected areas. Good markings. Grips show hand wear with scattered handling marks. Replacement lower butt strap screw. (01-30175/ZAL) ANTIQUE $700-1000

Cal. 31. S# 201891. Mfg. 1862. Fit with a 5" bbl with 2-line Hartford address. Replacement loading lever and latch. 6-shot round cylinder with stage coach scene. "COLTS / PATENT" frame. brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching bbl, cyl, frame, wedge, straps, arbor, & grips. CONDITION: Overall fair. Cleaned metal surfaces are void of finish. Light cylinder scene. Grips have been sanded and are hand worn with handling marks. Replacement lower butt tang screw. PROVENANCE: Military Museum Collection of Shooters Outpost, Hooksett NH. (01-29837/ZAL) ANTIQUE $500-800

Cal. 36. S# 73427. Standard configuration of late 3rd model 1851 navy, made in 1857, one of 20,000 purchased by US Army, 7.5" octagonal barrel, brass pin front sight, 1-line New York City address with dashes, brass backstrap & triggerguard, small "COLTS PATENT / U.S." stamped on left side of frame, inspector initials found on most parts and grips have cartouches on both sides. CONDITION: good to very good overall. Original and matching with exception of wedge, loading lever catch, and 2 screws. Grips well fit, chipped inside toes, heavy edge wear, cartouches visible in outline only. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29669/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

, POWDER FLASK CAPPER. Cal. 36. S#33323. 1000 "Königliche Marine" Colt Navies were delivered to the Royal Prussian Navy. Colt 1851 navy revolver numbered "KM 912", "COLTS PATENT" panoply of arms pistol flask numbered "KM 295", capper numbered "KM 332" fits in holster/cap box combination accoutrement marked "KM" with Prussian crown. Revolver is in standard configuration of 3rd model made 1854 with 7.5" octagon barrel, 1-line New York City address. Rarely offered are complete sets of accompanying accoutrements. CONDITION: very good overall, revolver is complete & authentic, matching S#s throughout, gray metal, good markings, no cylinder scene visible, no S# but KM/ 912 stamped on top of backstrap-the KM has been purposely removed but traces still visible, 912 is strong. Flask is very good retaining about half its original varnish. Capper is very good. The accompanying 2-cavity "COLTS PATENT" mold is marked "36B" with traces of blue finish. The holster is very good overall with integral cap pouch. (01-29094/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

REVOLVER.Cal. 36. S# 184053. Standard late 4th model configuration, 7.5" octagonal barrel marked "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK US AMERICA" with dashes, small brass cone shaped bead sight, 6-shot cylinder with rolled naval battle scene, brass trigger guard & backstrap, varnished walnut grips. Revolver was blued & case-hardened in Hartford, shipped to Colt's London agency and British proofed and cased, British powder proofs stamped on barrel lug and each cylinder chamber. Manufactured 1865 when Civil War was ending and US demand for revolvers was waning and Colt had surplus of inventory. Housed in Colt London oak hinged, green baize lined case compartmented for good Dixson bag flask, mold, cap tin, combination nipple wrench/screwdriver, pewter oiler, wood handled steel cleaning rod, and loose bullets. CONDITION: revolver is very good, complete & original, all matching S#s, wedge is missing spring, wedge screw is old replacement, retaining traces of factory blue in protected areas, cylinder rolled naval battle scene is mostly discernible. Metal overall has gray/brown patina, good clear markings Frame, loading assembly, and hammer retain thin muted case colors, grips retain 90% original bright factory varnish with moderate edge wear. good mechanics & good rifled bore. Casing is sound, missing escutcheons on lid and lock face. Scuffed worn baize lining, accoutrements are good. (01-30036/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

LIEUTENANT IN DAN SICKLES EXCELSIOR BRIGADE.Cal. 36. S# 68095. Standard Configuration of antebellum army contracted Colt model 1851 Navy, 7.5" barrel with one line New York City address. "COLTS / PATENT / U. S." on frame, sub-inspector initials on most every part, final inspection cartouches "CGC" & "WAT" (C. G. Chandler & Wm. A. Thornton). The US Army bought 20,000 navy revolvers. What makes this gun special is fine inscription to New Yorker who signed up in prominent New Yorker Daniel Sickles Excelsior Brigade. Inscription on grip frame "Lieut. Philip Miles. Co. B 1st Regt. E. B." Philip Miles shows up on June 20, 1861 muster-in roll of Company B, 1st Regiment (Excelsior Brigade) as 2nd lieutenant, aged 32. Col. Daniel Sickles commanded Excelsior Brigade with troops raised in NYC. Philip Miles (1828-1867) was election inspector in 10th ward prior to war and heavily involved in local politics. He would resign his commission on December 9, 1862. The Excelsior brigade was designated the 70th NY Infantry. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of muster-in roll of Co. B 1st Regt Excelsior Brigade, revolver is displayed in good reproduction hinged Colt wood case with reproduction flask & cap tin, and original "COLTS PATENT" 2-cavity mold. CONDITION: good to very good overall, cleaned and recolored, varnished, complete & original, loading lever catch has been moved back half inch during its period of use, metal overall gray, cylinder naval battle scene is partially discernible, all other markings are good & discernible, matching S#s throughout, inspection marks visible on every major part, cartouches both have readable initials, stocks varnished over, inscription is easily read in stylish large script font. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. casing is very good. (01-30041/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 172765. Mfg. 1863. Fit with a 7.5" bbl with 1-line New York address. 6-shot round cylinder with Naval scene and good cylinder pins. "COLTS/PATENT" marked frame. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, wedge, arbor, cyl, frame, straps, & grips. Unnumbered loading lever. CONDITION: Overall very good. Bbl retains approx 70% thinning original blue. Loading lever retains small amounts of the original case coloring in the protected areas. Cyl finish has faded to a grey patina with very nice cylinder scene intact. Frame finish has faded to a lightly mottled grey patina. Straps have a small amount of remaining silver in the protected areas of the trigger guard. Grips have some scattered moderate dents and edge wear with some hand wear. (01-30170/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 36. S# 124108. Bbl. 7 1/2" octagon with New York address. Dovetail mounted blade front sight. Round roll engraved 6 shot cylinder. Brass backstrap and trigger guard. All major parts have matching serial number. Walnut 1-pc grip. Mfg. 1863. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance showing spots of pitting. Cylinder retains a small amount of visible scene. Brass grip straps are cleaned showing scratches & marks. Grips show heavy wear with a large chip missing at the toe of the left panel. Action is out of time and does not cycle properly. Pitted bore. (01-29915/DS). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

All material in this lot sold out of same house and the 2 soldiers thought to be relatives. There are 2 framed illustrated State of New Jersey discharges for Andrew Jackson Craig, Company A, 3rd New Jersey Infantry & Thomas FG Cooper, adjutant of 24th New Jersey Regiment. A 5th model Colt 1855 Root revolver with holster, S# 6290, 4.5" barrel, fluted cylinder made in 1863 is accompanied by 9th plate tin type of enlisted soldier with pistol in belt, gold painted enlisted import artillery saber, and gold painted bullseye canteen are the Civil War items. Another antique gun accompanies, 8" British flintlock box lock pistol which was in house at same sale with old tag. Consignor has added a reproduction Colt case with original Colt Root bowlegged mold, eagle flask, original pack of Colt 31 caliber cartridges, cap tin, and screwdriver. 8" powder horn also accompanied with brass charger. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collector string tags from items in grouping CONDITION: Root is very good to fine retaining about half its original blue finish, mechanics function, shiny rifled bore, grips retain 90% original varnish with edge wear. Holster missing closure strap, unsewn, scuffed, other items are fair to good, tintype case hinge is broken. 15x13" discharges are in 23x20" & 18.5x15.5" frames. (01-29095 & 01-29096/JS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cal. 28. S# 3799. Standard configuration of 2nd model Colt Root revolver manufactured first year of production 1855, 3.5" octagonal barrel, cylinder with Indians & Cabin rolled scene, unique two-line barrel address with pointing hand. Nicely grained varnished walnut grips. Housed in original Colt hinged wood casing lined with dark magenta velvet, compartmented for fine "COLTS PATENT" eagle flask, correct 2-cavity bowlegged brass "COLTS PATENT" mold. CONDITION: revolver fine overall, retaining 95% strong blue finish on frame, barrel, and cylinder. Crisp distinct cylinder scene, virtually all original factory varnish is present on grips. Loading assembly appears original, but not case colored or blue, it is bright. Mechanics need attention, revolver cocks fine, but cylinder does not advance or lock in position, bright shiny crisp rifled bore. Casing is also fine, flask retains most all of its factory lacquer finish, "COLTS PATENT" mold is fine with bright steel spue cutter, good green label Eley Bros. Colt pocket cap tin. (01-30043/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500.

Cal. 31. S#. 7843. Mfg. 1863. Fit with a 3.5" round bbl with 2-line New York address. Fluted cylinder. Smooth 1-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: Overall good. Metal retains 20% of the original blue found predominantly in the protected areas. The grips show scattered handling marks and hand wear to the varnish. (01-30163/ZAL) ANTIQUE $600-900

CHOWNING, 9th VIRGINIA CAVALRY. Cal. 44. S# 68419. This well worn "as found" revolver has nicely inked scrimshawed inscription on the left grip "JS Chowning / Midlothian, VA / Jun. 9. 63", opposite grip scrimshawed the same "CO D 9th CAV". The holster also is inscribed in same style "J S CHOWNING / D". The June 9, 1863 date marks the battle of Brandy Station where 500 Confederate losses were dwarfed by nearly double Union casualties. This revolver had been issued to U.S. Cavalry just a year earlier. Colt Army revolvers were prized by Confederates who could capture them. John Sharpe Chowning (1843-1920) enlisted in Company D, 9th Virginia Cavalry December 23, 1861. He served the entire war and was later Sheriff and Virginia Legislator post war. The 9th Virginia was part of Jeb Stewart's Cavalry. Like so many Confederate revolvers, a lanyard ring was attached to the butt so it wouldn't be lost in action. Impeccably inscribed Confederate revolvers are exceptionally rare. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: large file of research and old appraisal document from Stone Mountain Relics. It is interesting to note that when Stone Mountain Relics they did not see the name on the holster, which consignor was proud to say he noticed and has had the revolver for over 25 years. CONDITION: revolver is good to very good overall, well worn but good serial number, address, patent, and inspection markings. The scrimshaw and ink inscriptions on stock are worn, but discernible with bright light as are inspector cartouches and inspection stamp. There is no rolled cylinder scene remaining, but inspector stamps and serial number are still discernible. Revolver was not disassembled as all external markings are matching, all screws appear original. Mechanics are fine. Good rifled bore with pitting. Original military flap holster has been re-sewn during its period of use using heavy cord. Inscribed name on flap is mostly discernible with bright light. Surface overall is crazed, leather still supple with soiling and staining. (01-30222/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 152800. The Colt factory burned in February 1864. Charles Pate in his superlative 2012 text "THE COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER" states survival of 1864 production was probably less than 2,000 revolvers and less than 200 survivors are listed in his census. At this point in Colt's production, all revolvers were sold in the civilian market as the army had quit buying. Colt had sufficient quantity of parts from military production. Many revolvers in this serial range 140000-153000 turned up in London with later Richards-Mason alterations. This revolver is in the standard configuration blue and case coloring, one line U.S. America address, "COLT'S PATENT" stamped on left side of frame, small "B" on left side triggerguard bow, small "Y" stamped on bottom of backstrap. All serial numbers are matching. Bbl, frame and triggerguard numbers are each over-stamped. Revolver is mounted with pair of smooth ivory grips. CONDITION: very fine overall. Revolver retains about 80-90% original blue finish, 50-60% muted case colors, full rolled naval battle scene. Grips are vintage, but not numbered and fit poorly. (01-29865/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-10,000.

Cal. 44. S# 122031. Standard configuration, 8" round barrel, 1-line NEW YORK US AMERICA address, rebated 6-shot cylinder, manufactured 1863 at height of Civil War, when most armies produced were government purchased. This restored civilian is displayed in reproduction Colt hinged wood case with reproduction flask & combination gun tool, along with original 2-cavity COLTS PATENT bullet mold & original green label cap tin. CONDITION: revolver is fine as refinished, reblued and case colored. Address & S#s are restamped or freshened. Cylinder has rerolled navy battle scene, grips are new replacements brightly varnished, grip frame retains about 30% replated silver. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore with one area of pitting. Casing and accoutrements are good. (01-30040/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-2,500.

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REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 122132. Standard configuration, 8" round barrel with rolled 1-line address "ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA", frame stamped on left "COLTS / PATENT", steel back strap with shoulder stock notch, brass trigger guard, rolled cylinder scene worn away, inspection initials on most parts and inspection cartouches on each grip visible in outline. CONDITION: good overall, all matching & complete though S# on cylinder is not discernible, wedge has matching S#. metal is gray overall with light pitting, barrel address is very good, heavy muzzle wear from holstering. Mechanics function, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29662/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 44. S# 24108. The Colt 1860 Army revolver cut for shoulder stock with 4-screw frame was manufactured early 1862. Standard configuration, notched steel backstrap, milled recoil shields, 8" round barrel with rolled address "COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA" with dashes, frame stamped on left "COLTS / PATENT", brass trigger guard. Cylinder has rolled Texas Navy battle scene. Sub-inspection initials observed barrel "S", cylinder "S" and "TT", back strap "T", and trigger guard "B". Revolver is accompanied with reproduction shoulder stock. CONDITION: good overall, all matching & complete except replacement wedge & wedge screw, grips fit well but no discernible inspection cartouches, small brass heart tacked to right grip where cartouche should be, metal is overall mottled gray with scattered pitting, , cylinder scene is about 25% intact, all markings discernible, mechanics function, crisp rifled bore. (01-29664/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S#. 74662. Mfg 1862. Fit with an 8" round bbl with 1-line New York address. 6-shot round rebated cylinder with no remaining cylinder pins. COLTS/PATENT marked 3-screw frame with the recoil shield notched for stock and capping slot. Iron backstrap. Brass trigger guard. 1-piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche. Matching numbered bbl, frame, wedge, arbor, & straps. Missing on of the rear strap upper screws and wedge screw. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. Metal surfaces are void of finish with an even dark patina. Grips are hand worn with decent cartouche and edge chips including a large chip at the rear strap. Dark bore with pitting. (01-30226/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 44 S# 56818. Bbl. 8" with German silver blade front sight. Round rebated 6 shot cylinder. Frame & brass trigger guard have matching serial number 56818. Barrel is number 130049. Back strap & wedge are number 44975. Cylinder has no visible number or roll engraving. CONDITON: gray metal shows scattered small dents & light pitting. Trigger guard has acquired a mild patina. The bore is lightly pitted with intact rifling. (01-29914/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Cal. 36. S# 17224. This outstanding example is one of the highest condition 1861 navy revolvers you will find. About 20,000 made during Civil War, and most are well used and saw hard service, this example was made early 1864. Most high condition 1861 survivors are postwar production. Standard configuration, blue and case finish, 7.5" round barrel, 1-line NEW YORK US AMERICA address, full German silver crescent inset front sight, rolled naval battle cylinder scene, silver plated grip frame, varnished walnut grips, frame is double stamped "COLTS / PATENT. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Reproduction Colt red velvet lined casing with a flask, cap tin, & mold. An old collection tag reads "Revolver kept in the 1st National Bank of Lebanon, NH in 1960s", "LEAVITT COLLECTION/ Gift of William S. Carter". CONDITION: very fine overall, barrel and cylinder retain over 90% bright original blue showing small spots of flaking with minor edge and carry wear. Cylinder scene is clear & visible. Frame and loading arm retain over 80% vibrant original case colors. Grips retain virtually all their original factory varnish with light edge wear on one side. Brass grip strap retains traces of silver, most in protected areas of triggerguard. S#s match throughout with factory correction to S# on cylinder with added secondary # 244, which is also found on cylinder pin. Left side of triggerguard was originally stamped "44" and over stamped "36 CAL". 4 of 6 safety pins are crisp, other 2 are still functional though partly smashed, one nipple is broken off. Mechanics need attention as hand is broken and cylinder will not rotate (hand easily replaced), bright shiny crisp bore. (01-30037/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

Cal. 36. S# 7445. Mfg 1862. Production began on the 1861 Navy revolvers in 1861 with over 38,800 mfg though 1873, however only a few hundred martially marked examples were sold to the Army & Navy during the US Civil War. This second year gun is martially marked with a faint inspectors cartouche on the left grip panel and small inspector markings on the bbl, cyl, trigger guard, & back strap. The butt was personalized with hand carved initials J.?.C. This interesting personalized martial Colt is fit with the standard 7.5" round bbl with 1-line NY address. 6-shot round cylinder with Naval scene and 1 intact cylinder pin that is slightly worn. "COLTS/PATENT" marked 3 screw frame with capping slot. Brass straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, cyl, arbor, frame, straps, & grips. Unnumbered wedge and loading lever. CONDITION: Overall very good. This is a nice honest martial example with the frame retaining approx 30% visible fading case coloring. The bbl has dark traces of the original blue in the protected area with the majority turning to a nice even brown patina. The loading lever has some traces of the case coloring in the protected areas. Cyl is mostly void of finish with a nicely intact cylinder scene and some minor mottled old oxidation patches. A nipple is broken on the cylinder. Straps are void of finish. Grips are hand worn with some light handling marks and edge wear. Overall pretty nice honest example. (01-30171/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 36. S# 22591. Bbl. 5 1/2" with bead sight. Fluted round rebated 5 shot cylinder. Original finish was blue & case colored with silver finished grip straps. One piece walnut grips. Right panel is stamped "269". Mfg. 1864. CONDITION: metal has faded gray-brown appearance. Cleaned grip straps. Grips show wear, small dents & handling marks. Barrel is loose on the frame. Wedge is loose in barrel slot. Pitted bore has partially intact rifling. (01-30214/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Colt CF. S# 3467. A total production of approx 9000 were mfg from 1871-78. Fit with a 8" bbl with 1-line New York address and ejector. 6-shot round rebated cylinder with Naval scene. Rimmed conversion plate is fit with an integral rear sight & firing pin. "COLTS/PATENT" 3-screw frame. Brass trigger guard. Iron backstrap. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching bbl, cyl, frame, straps & grips. Unnumbered wedge. Arbor & loading gate have matching assembly numbers. CONDITION: Overall very good. Metal finish has mostly faded to an even brown patina with traces of finish in the most protected of areas. Stocks have been lightly refinished but otherwise sound. (01-30172/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2250

REVOLVER. Cal. 44 Colt CF. S# 184521. Only approx 2100 of these revolvers were produced from 1877-78. Fit with an 8" bbl with 1-line New York address & ejector. 6-shot round rebated cylinder with naval scene. These later conversions are distinguishable from the earlier Richards conversion by the lack of integral sight on the ring, relief cut for direct hammer strike, & unrimmed breechplate. "- PAT JULY 25 1871 - / - PAT JULY 2 1872 -" marked 3-screw frame that was relieved for stock before the conversion. Brass trigger guard. Iron backstrap. 1-piece walnut grips. Matching numbered bbl, arbor, cyl, frame, strap, loading, & grips. Wedge is numbered to another gun. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl has traces of the original blue in the protected areas with an even brown patina over the metal components. Grips are hand worn with an old repair that is only slightly visible with the grips mounted scattered handling marks and some wood loss in the corners. (01-30176/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2250

THE PERSONAL COLLECTION OF PRESIDENT THEODORE ROOSEVELT, EDWARD F. BEALE, & FAMOUS ROCKY MOUNTAIN FRONTIERSMAN & GUIDE KIT CARSON. Cal. 56. NSN. This rifle is among the best researched and documented historic rifles known. The "CARSON-BEALE HAWKEN" rifle was awarded a silver medal at the 2006 NRA national show for 1 of the 10 best weapons and holds regard as one of the most historic rifle lineages to come to auction. The famous Hawken rifles were developed by the brothers Jacob & Samuel Hawken in their shop in St. Louis, MO. The rifles were highly regarded amongst frontiersman and fur traders including Kit Carson. Carson is known to have owned a number of Hawken rifles. The rifles that he owned are highly sought after due to the legends and fame surrounding this iconic figure. Kit Carson began his career on the Sante Fe trail where he rose in notoriety before eventually guiding famous expeditions across the western frontier including the First (1842), Second (1843-44), & Third (1845-46) Fremont Expeditions. He was the primary scout and guide during the third military focused campaign which contributed to the conquest of California.General Edward Beale served in the US Navy from 1837-51. After sailing with the Navy as a midshipman until 1845 he was assigned under Captain Robert F. Stockton. They sailed to Texas to coordinate the annexation of Texas with the Texas Congress. Beale was then promoted to acting master and private secretary to Stockton. Shortly thereafter Stockton tasked Beale with disguising himself and travelling to England to measure the British sentiment on the Oregon boundary. In 1846, Beale revealed directly to President Polk that war preparations were being discussed amongst the British. After returning to Stockton they made landfall in Monterey, CA in July of 1846 where Beale was assigned by Stockton to serve with land forces. Beale eventually joined General Stephen Kearny shortly before the Battle of San Pasqual in 1846. The US forces were surrounded by the Mexican Army. With doom in sight, Beale and Carson, who was serving as guide for Kearny, snuck past enemy lines to find reinforcements from Stockton 30 miles away near San Diego. Reports indicate that they traveled bare foot and without water canteens to avoid detection. As a result, the reinforcements were able to drive the Mexican forces back and rescue Kearny & his men. Stockton then tasked Beale with traveling to Washington "without delay" with Carsons party in the most expeditious route overland to personally deliver the dispatches to the Sec. of the Navy. Stockton gave Carson ten picked marksmen and the expedition traveled south to the Gila, a tributary of the lower Colorado. When they reached the Gila Carson detected a group of hostile Indians trailing them, staying out of sight in an attempt to ambush the party. Carson determined that the Indians would ambush when the party made camp in the wide open prairie. The party made camp early and pretended to bed for the night. Once darkness set the party moved to another area and set up defenses approx. 1 mile away where they received inaccurate fire from the Indians who were unable to pin point their location. The party would go on to be tracked and harassed by a large band of Indians for eight hundred miles day and night. The band charged the party numerous times and when that failed they attempted to drive the horses and mules into stampeding away. Carson spoke of Beales bravery during the expedition as recounted in Beales 1912 biography by Stephen Bonsal. "THINGS WHIRRING LIKE BIRDS ON THE FLIGHT WUZ FLYING OVER US AS I WUZ TRYING TO SLEEP BY THE CAMPFIRE [SAID CARSON], AND NED WAS SLEEPIN OR LEASTWISE HE WUZ SNORIN. THEN SUDDENLY HE SITS UP AND SAYS "WHAT'S THAT DON KIT?' AND I SAYS, "THEM'S ARRERS" AND THEY WUZ AND COULD YOU BELIEVE IT BEFORE I COULD HOLD HIM DOWN NED WAS WRAPPING HIS BUFFALO ROBE ABOUT HIM AND STANDING IN THE FIRE KICKING OUT THE EMBERS. "NOW," SEZ HE, AS THEM ARRERS CAME WHIZZIN ALONG LIKE A RAFT OF GEESE GOING SOUTH BEFORE ER NORTH WIND. "NOW," SEZ HE, "DON KIT, THEY WON'T BE ABLE TO GET OUR DIRECTIONS ANY MORE AND YOU KNOW THEY DON'T DARE RUSH US"; THEN HE TUMBLED DOWN ON THE GROUND AND WENT ON WITH HIS SLEEPIN."Beale would later recall Carson and the Hawken in a poem defending his friend from a poor characterization written about Carson by Joaquin Miller in the Harper's Weekley. "OH, KIT, I THINK AGAIN OF AFTERWARDS, ON BLOODY GILA, WHERE WE FOUGHT ALL DAY AND TRAVELLED ALL NIGHT, WITH EACH MAN HIS BIT OF MULE MEAT AND NO OTHER FOOD, AND WHEN WORN FROM A HURT VOULD GO NO FURTHER. I BEGGED YOU TO LEAVE ME AND SAVE YOURSELF. I SEE YOU LEANING ON THAT OLD LONG HAWKINS GUN OF YOURS (MINE NOW) AND LOOKING OUT OF THOSE CLEAR BLUE EYES AT ME THE A SURPRISED REPROACH AS ONE WHO TAKES AN INSULT FROM A FRIEND"The rifle is featured with a detailed image on pg 289 of the 1912 Beale biography with the caption "This gun was given by Kit Carson to General Beale, after a brush with the Indians in which Carson claimed that General Beale had saved his life. It was afterward presented by Truxton Beale to Theodore Roosevelt, who in turn gave it to the Boone & Crockett Club".Theodore Roosevelt in a letter concerning his donation of this rifle to the Boone & Crockett Club, July 23, 1907 "THIS IS KIT CARSON'S RIFLE, PRESENTED TO ME BY GENERAL EDWARD F. BEALE, WHO IN HIS YOUTH HAS BEEN A CLOSE FRIEND AND COMPANION OF KIT CARSON'S. GENERAL BEALE GAVE IT TO ME NOT VERY LONG BEFORE HIS DEATH, SAYING THAT THE RELIC POSSESSED SUCH VALUE IN HIS EYES THAT HE WISHT IT TO GO ONLY TO SOMEONE WHO WOULD APPRECIATE IT, AND THAT HE HAD PERSONALLY SEEN KIT CARSON USE IT."In 1972 Norm Flayderman was commissioned to sell the Boone & Crockett collection. In his description of the rifle, listed as gun number 11, he lists the repair in the wrist "clean crack completely through the wrist with very crude brass nut and bolt repair" that can be seen in the image from the 1912 Bonsal Beale biography. The repair was "remedied" with a more professional repair at a later date after the Boone and Crockett sale. The rifle has a small amount of wood loss visible in the 1912 Bonsal-Beale biography that Norm describes as a "narrow sliver lacking side of forend". The buttstock was described by Norm as "Number of line cracks and breaks on butt stock which will require repair". The repairs were performed after the Boone & Crockett sale with the line patterns of the original cracks visible in the 1912 Bonsal-Beale bio still visible. In a 1972 Boone & Crockett Clube members letter from Robert Ferguson, he indicates that the sale of the collection will be conducted by Norm Flayderman. The intention of the club indicated in the letter was that "the Club should not be a repository for miscellaneous firearms and we should retain in the Gun Room at Sagamore Hill only those guns having personal significance to Theodore Roosevelt and the Roosevelt family." The description provided by Norm made no mention of the connection to Roosevelt, Beale, or Carson and the likelihood is that the club did not indicate the provenance to him when he was selecting the items for retention by the Club. The rifle was offered for $1250.00. This rifle has been featured on the cover and in articles from the Gun Journal (Dec. 1996) & Man at Arms (Dec. 2014) and discussed in numerous other articles and conversations. Interested parties should read the extensive research & provenance documents associated with this historic rifle used by Kit Carson & Edward Beale two of the most famous American frontiersmen who played such a major role in westward expansion.Classic Hawken Plains Rifle is in standard configuration sold to buffalo hunters and plainsmen who wanted the best rugged no frills large bore gun to get the job done, iron mounted without patchbox, 53.5" overall, 30" octagonal barrel stamped on top flat: "S. HAWKEN ST. LOUIS", inset blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight, double set triggers, half stock attached with 2 keys. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of several letters concerning this rifle from Theodore Roosevelt's retained letter book at the National Archives. A massive file of correspondence, research, and original materials & books relating to this rifle and lives of Kit Carson (1809-1868) & General Edward F. Beale (1822-1893). Silver NRA medal # 443 and award certificate. CONDITION: very good overall, professionally restored break at wrist and upper tang as described in large accompanying files, fine action, very good 7 land & groove rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Kit Carson; Edward F. Beale 1871; Truxton Beale 1893; Theodore Roosevelt from Truxton Beale; Boone & Crockett Club donated by Theodore Roosevelt; Norm Flayderman handled sale of the Boone & Crockett collection 1972; John H. Batten collection 1972; Estate collection of William Pirie Co-Author of "Variations of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols", from his uncle John H. Batten. (01-29345/JS). ANTIQUE. $80,000-150,000. View Provenance: Provenance

LOCK RIFLE BY C. BUNGE OF GENEVA, NY. Cal. 45. S# NSN. One of the earliest revolving arms patented in the United States, J & J Miller of Rochester, NY patented this design in 1829; seven years before Colts famous 1836 revolver patent. In Miller's design a latch was depressed by hand at front of cylinder which was then rotated by hand to next position. James Miller died in 1837 and his business and patent was bought out by Billinghurst of Rochester who produced perhaps 200 rifles. Many other gunsmiths were licensed to use this patent among whom was C. E. Bunge of Geneva, NY who produced maybe 24. This very well made rifle has 26" eleven sided to round barrel fitted with buckhorn rear and silver blade front sights. Top of barrel is stamped "C. BUNGE GENEVA N.Y.". Indexing latch is on bottom of barrel shank. A hickory ramrod mounts through two plain pipes. Hand rotating cylinder holding 7 shots and has not been converted to percussion as many were and is lightly knurled at center. Each cylinder is numbered around front ring. Cylinder mounts on an axle that runs front to rear; breech section has vertical pin for dismounting. A flash shield and plate are mounted at top of breech plate. Unmarked back spring lock has flat faced serpentine hammer with integral firing pin in nose. Varnished American walnut buttstock is fitted with steel crescent buttplate with 3" return, steel trigger guard with loop on tang forming grip, and small patchbox on left side of stock that has fancy finial. Stock is of perch belly design and has fluted right hand cheekpiece. Matching forend is pinned to barrel and has pewter tip. CONDITION: very fine. Metal parts retaining most of their original finishes with a fair scattering of cleaned rust spots on barrel, strong case hardening color on other parts and over 90% original stock finish with numerous marks and dings. Bore is fine; shiny throughout. Mechanically fine. Patchbox still contains some bees wax for sealing detonating pills in place. A rare and important American rifle. (01-29867/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

Cal. 45. S# 406. 44.5" overall, 26" oct bbl marked "ADDRESS / P.W. PORTER / NEW-YORK" and "P.W. PORTER'S / PATENT 1851". Unique offset sighting system. This is the second of three distinct models with the most unusual 9-shot revolving turret magazine. 2nd model distinguishing characteristics include straight mule ear side hammer, serpentine loading lever at breech. About 1,000 of these dangerous to shoot rifles were made where chain fires were not uncommon and it took a brave man to shoot one. This is also among the earliest lever action firearms. Originally manufactured, this rifle had a screw off dustcover which is missing on almost all examples, including this one. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. Bbl retains much of its thinning brown original finish. Frame and turret have smooth mottled patina with strong traces of blue. Stock is sound retaining most of its original varnish with minor cosmetic scuffing, scratching and dents. This example is mechanically fine, cocking easily, and advancing turret. Multi-groove rifle bbl is bright and shiny. (01-29866/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,500-6,500.

Cal. 71. NSN. 61"overall, high comb pinned stock, 3 brass Brown Bess ramrod pipes, 45" round barrel with bayonet lug, "V" & "P" proofed barrel, 1777 pattern "DUBLIN CASTLE" Brown Bess lock with broad arrow proof, Charleville cock, Charleville style brass side plate, Brown Bess Marine style butt plate with screw in tang, sheet brass nose cap, American made simplified brass triggerguard, original 44" American style buttonhead ramrod, longer forend cut back to add bayonet lug. This early American musket made with salvaged Revolutionary War parts is a rare survivor that appears all original as "as found". CONDITION: very good overall, original flint configuration, appears complete and matching, stock made without sling swivel attachment, stock has crack at toe with small screw in buttplate to retain it, lock has a nail at tail of lock to stabilize from worn gap in mortise, forestock has several inset repairs around nails, mechanics are fine, good smooth bore. (01-28808). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

BOWIE KNIFE. Unique and one of a kind example, circa 1835, 10.5" overall, 6.25" saber ground clip point blade, full tang, pinned silver wrapped edges. We can determine full tang up to 1/2" from pommel by use of a magnet; an X-ray may help determine more about structure and potential makers as other early coffins have been studied. This is among the finest early American guardless coffin hilt bowies known. It originally surfaced in Kentucky estate in 2015 and was sold in auction when I originally cataloged it then. There is so much more known about these earliest American knives. We do not know who made this knife and it's made differently than the James Black knives, but made by a skilled cutler using slab grips which is consistent with odd fruit woods or chestnut found on other early guardless American knives made in frontier areas as opposed to east coast cities. This knife is in beautiful "as found" condition with much of its original luster and tooling visible on blade and with rarely seen silver mounted tooled Moroccan leather sheath. This is the first truly fine early silver mounted guardless "coffin hilt" bowie to come to the market in many years. There is considerable research that will be published concerning these great American rarities in the next few years. CONDITION: fine overall. Silver wrap is retained by silver pins, one missing on top edge and silver wrap slightly bows. As noted, blade retains most of its polish and luster. Few stained areas with pitting. Sheath is sound. Silver tip is dented. Sewn edge with loose stitches. Silver on knife and sheath have dark patina. Hand worn patina to grip with slight erosion on one side. (02-27600/JS). NON-GUN. $15,000-25,000.

Cal. 46. S# 1153. This is the same model taken by Lewis & Clark on their 1803-1806 expedition. The nearly identical "Lewis rifle" which has no markings is on display at the US Army Heritage & Education Center at Carlisle, PA donated in 2005 after years of research by air gun historian Robert Beeman. Beeman sold S# 1356 identical to this gun also in auction in 2023 for $55,000. Lewis & Clark performed demonstrations in front of Native American tribes, including a "magic" air gun.About 1500 Austrian military Model 1780 Girardoni repeating air rifles were manufactured and were a secret weapon of the time offering 20 round magazine with incredible good power. This was high-tech gun, the air reservoir made of heavy steel in butt had to be filled with hand pump, so having extra filled screwed on reservoirs was important in battle. The accompanying 60 page article by Beeman shows highly detailed information on function and shows photos of 46 caliber smashed when shot against a steel plate. This air gun had great advantage over the flint lock rifles of the day, they could be fired without reloading, could operate in rain, no muzzle flash to give away position, did not produce dense smoke that often obscured a soldier's view. These weapons were terribly expensive to manufacture and were taken of military service in 1801. Rifle is elegantly brass mounted, tapered cylindrical bulbous air reservoir is leather covered and screws into frame acting as buttstock. Tapered octagonal 33" barrel, spring loaded 10" tubular magazine mounted on right side, loaded by steel spring loaded 3" simply pushed through breech on left which accepts ball and returns it to fire, entire magazine could be fired in less than a minute, that's why these were issued to sharpshooters. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: several articles, and large file of research; paid invoice, Hermann Historica, Munich, lot358, March 5, 2007. CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete and functional if the over 200-year-old gas seals sill hold. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2007. (02-27297/JS). NON-GUN. $20,000-40,000. View Provenance: Provenance

GUN BY C. BUNGE OF GENEVA, NY. Cal. 28. S# 88 (?) (2 "8"s are marked on either side front of cylinder). This very well made air gun has 18" round smooth bore steel barrel fitted with buckhorn rear and brass bead front sights. Barrel is detached and 13 shot cylinder accessed by removal of transverse pin in bronze front frame which is marked "C. BUNGE GENEVA N.Y." (He was the only manufacturer of this type of air gun with very limited production, estimated fewer than 30.). Central spindle protrudes from 2" diameter bronze air cylinder with spring loaded plunger cocked by long two piece offset rod mounted on right side that has turned ivory knob. Revolving cylinder is indexed by hand with detent on bottom strap very similar to J. & J. Miller patent of 1829. Cylinder is 1-1/2" long to accommodate either conical bullet, round ball or long darts that were often used during the period. Buttstock is made of crotch figured American walnut and is fitted with brass crescent buttplate with 3" return. Trigger guard has scroll on tang forming grip. CONDITION: very good to fine. Iron parts show light cleaning to silver gray. Brass is nicely toned. Stock retains about half of its original varnish with many light marks. Stock shows some wood loss behind cocking slot on right side and some cracks on left adjacent to action. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanism appears to work but not fully tested for cocking. (02-27448/MGM). NON-GUN. $4,500-6,500.

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English mahogany cased unmarked brass and steel mounted two piece walking stick. Brass and steel mounted 8.5mm 18" multi-groove rifled bore. The two pieces assembled are 36" overall. There is a small blade front sight and a fixed rear notch sight on the lower rifle section which also has fitted brass protective caps. Top section has air reservoir which is charged with the 14" hand pump for charging cane. Casing also contains a ball mold, a few loose balls and two tools. CONDITION: appears complete, though function unknown as not sure about how good the air chamber seals would be, good bore. Pump works well. Casing is sound with vacant round plaque in lid. Green baize lining is soiled with tears, missing label inside top lid. Handle has mellow smooth patina with old glued repair. (02-27380/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Cal. 44. S# 54. Among the most mythical and iconic of Confederate arms, The Dance Brothers made about 300 revolvers, first in East Columbia Texas in 1863, and then in at Confederate Government Armory in Anderson TX in 1864. This revolver was made in Anderson. Anderson revolvers are better finished and more refined than their earlier Columbia relatives. This revolver conforms to all the Anderson manufacture details including the incised line cut near cylinder face and the sculptured tapered ellipse shape of grips. This revolver is the second highest condition of all Dance revolvers examined before retaining much of its original finish though turned mostly to plum patina, though strong areas of blue. Of note is that there is a another S# 54 made at E. Columbia. There are 3 duplicated Columbia/Anderson S#s. No one has ever held matching S#s from the two manufacturing locations, though several early Texas collectors tried. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Authentication letters written by Bill Gary, Norm Flayderman, & Gary Wiggins. Copy of my article "DANCE BROTHERS DRAGOON REVOLVERS" Vol. 1, No. 3, May 2022 Military Antique Collector magazine; copy of Conestoga Auction Catalog where it sold 2001; large file correspondence & research. CONDITION: fine overall, all matching S#s including hammer and grips, smooth plum patina showing fading blue throughout, crisp markings, sharp edges, cylinder has all 6 safety pins, one nipple is broken, stocks superior with good original finish. Mechanics crisp, bright crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE:Harry Brooks collection 1940s"Red Jackson", Jackson Arms catalog #21, 1964Jack Malloy 1971Ted Meredith collectionPictured on page 55 of ASAC bulletin May 1989Conestoga Auction of Meredith estate, lot 358, Nov. 9, 2001Estate collection of David Berenson.(01-29628/JS). ANTIQUE. $200,000-400,000.

This holster fits Dance dragoon perfectly and was purported to have held one when sold in 1993 at Atlanta Antique Arms show in 1993, revolver was retained but holster sold to prominent antique arms dealer/collector. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1997 letter from Doug Carlson giving provenance & history of this holster, along with 1993 paid invoice. CONDITION: very good & supple. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27331-5/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Cal. 36. S# 50. There are 14 documented navy caliber Dance revolvers. There are excavated Dance navy parts, including unfinished frames with and without recoil shields, found at the Texas Confederate Ordnance Works in Anderson at the government pistol factory site which lends reason to them being made in Anderson after Dance Brothers move from East Columbia at end of 1863. However, all Dance Navy revolvers have the characteristics of East Columbia made revolvers without incised cylinder line, oval grip shape, and beveled frame to triggerguard interface. The only documented Dance dragoon with recoil shields was made in Anderson in 1864 and well documented.The lowest known surviving navy serial numbers; 21 (battlefield relic), 48, 49, 50, and 51, have recoil shields. All other Dance Navies are made without recoil shields. The highest two serial numbers known without recoil shields, 56 and 63, show the transition from "recoil shield" to "no recoil shield," as both have a vestigial cut line on the on frame outlining recoil shields. The other navies without recoil shields, the standard flat frame Dance configuration, are 83, 91, 93, 111, 119, 135, and 146. Dance Navy revolvers with recoil shields are among the rarest of all Confederate revolvers with only 5 survivors known including dug relic. Subject revolver saw hard use, but all major parts are original. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: file of research, correspondence from Bill Gary when this gun sold as part of collection in 2011. My Dance Navy article from 2022. CONDITION: good overall, appears all original, matching S#s found on barrel, frame, triggerguard, backstrap, cylinder pin, hammer, and loading assembly. Cylinder appears original but has no number as noted on S# 56 & 63. Iron is pitted overall, brass has smooth patina. This gun was stolen about 1950 and when found a few years later on dirt floor in shed was dirty & wet, iron surfaces have areas that are smooth with no pitting, showing this gun when stolen was very nice and complete. Regardless, this is one of only 5 Dance Brothers navy revolvers known with recoil shields, and only one of only 14 Dance navy revolvers surviving. PROVENANCE: Harry Brooks Collection; Jackson Arms Catalog #9 where it was misidentified as a Columbus Firearms revolver; Bill Gary collection; pictured in the July, 1953 TGCA Magazine; pictured & described page 48 "Dance & Brothers: Texas Gunmakers of the Confederacy" 1986; pictured and described page 71 "Confederate Revolvers" by Bill Gary 1987; David Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29681/JS). ANTIQUE. $40,000-60,000.

ATTRIBUTED TO GENERAL CLAIRE CHENNAULT'S MATERNAL GRANDFATHER.Cal. 36. S# 66634. Interesting blacksmith cartridge conversion to 38 centerfire. Manhattan navy 5-shot revolver,6.4" octagonal barrel made just after the war 1865-1867. The CS belt and holster are early war. The 2-piece interlocking "CS" belt plate is "ball serif" Virginia variety and quite scarce, identical example shown in Mullinax as plate 14, 84mm overall, 50 & 48mm keepers, 52.4mm wreath. Holster is rustically made military style flap holster which fits this revolver or most any other Civil War navy revolver. William Wallace Lee (1836-1911) graduate of Tulane medical school was doctor during Civil War. He enlisted along with his brother John L. Lee (1834-1864) into 18th Mississippi Infantry in 1861. William would be discharged later and profession listed as physician. John stayed in and was killed at the Wilderness in 1864. Accompanying correspondence states William served in medical capacity, but no records found after September 1861. A journal kept by William starts Sept. 12, 1865 describing journey from Leake County, Mississippi where he was just released from Union prison to Gilbert, Louisiana where he would stay and practice medicine till his death in 1911. The territory crossed he described especially on the Mississippi River; he needed a gun. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: file of correspondence staring with affidavit from William Dykes concerning his purchase of grouping from Charles Chenault III (1944-2016) in Gonzalez, TX 2001. Gary Hendershott catalog April 2002, item 2 with full page illustration & bill of sale. Correspondence from Mr. Berenson with Tex Hill and Grady Howell (Mississippi historian & author) concerning attribution along with other research and service records. CONDITION: revolver appears "as found", dark patinas, no marking visible other than matching S#s. Buckle is fine with light patina, belt and holster are fair with creases, cracking, and loss of leather on patent leather belt. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2002. (01-29635/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

REVOLVER.Cal. 36. S# 855. 1st model Griswold revolver in standard configuration with raised round barrel housing and 7.5" round barrel, serial number "855" is found stamped on right side of cylinder & frame and bottom of barrel. Secondary number "55" is found on triggerguard & backstrap internally, "5" is stamped on wedge. Roman numeral assembly mark "II" is located on frame, backstrap, and triggerguard. Cryptic inspection backwards "DD" is found on frame, backstrap, and triggerguard, cryptic "G" is stamped on barrel by latch. Wood grips are not numbered but have "L. T. Walker CS" scratched in channel along with Bill Gary's stamped "GARY" which he added to many of his guns when in his collection. The triggerguard also has "L T WALKER" scratched inside. This revolver has long collection history and has a letter of authenticity written by Bill Gary stating "Griswold & Gunnison SN# 855 is authentic in every respect and is a very good example of the first model G&G". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: My current updated article on Griswold & Gunnison revolvers; 1992 letter of authenticity signed by Bill Gary; letter of authenticity signed by Cliff Sophia with insurance appraisal for David Condon April 24, 1992. There is correspondence citing my (John Sexton) concerns with restoration also, and correspondence with Norm Flayderman. The original catalog entry & bill of sale from David Condon 1992 and other notes are also in this file. CONDITION: very good overall as restored in this cataloger's opinion from original Griswold frame and barrel and all other components being of unknown origin, possibly reworked Colt parts. Mixed iron & brass patinas, functional with worn rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Paul Janke collection ~1960; D.E. Edwards, Texas City, TX; Ted Meredith 1981; Bill Gary 1982; Bernie Crooke collection, Pensacola, FL; David Condon catalog 1992; David Berenson estate collection 1992. (01-29641/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-25,000.

Cal 54 bore (about 45cal). S# 9479. This is the only large bore Kerr I am aware in the middle of the Confederate serial range that is cased & engraved. Most encountered engraved Kerrs are small bore first models made prior to the war. The London Armoury Co. produced about 11,000 large 54 bore revolvers from 1806-1866. The largest part of that production was purchased by the Confederacy, and most have the Confederate inspection mark "JS/anchor", which this civilian example is devoid. This revolver was made for private market, standard configuration, 5.4" barrel with no provision for lanyard ring, vacant silver oval escutcheon on back of grips for presentation. Checkering is finer than on military guns, though this could have been made for an officer. There are 7 guns on Pratt's list of 18th Virginia cavalry in S# range 9240-9974, where this survivor falls. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of collection provenance & research. CONDITION: Very good overall, original & matching, strong traces of original blue, nice burl grips have crisp checkering, retaining much of their original varnish. Single action only, mechanics are fine, crisp bright rifled bore. English oak factory casing is fine as are 2-cavity brass 54-bore "Adams 1852 patent" mold, pewter oiler, large jappaned bullet tin, and James Dixson bag flask. Good label pasted inside top lid, and functional original key. PROVENANCE: Hank Gaidis article, The American Rifleman, May 1972; Woody Summerlin collection; Doug Carlson 1992; Dave Berenson estate collection 1994. (01-29631/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

Cal 36. S# 958. The firm of Leech & Rigdon originated with Thomas Leech, whose Memphis, Tennessee business, Memphis Novelty Works, was best known for manufacturing edged weapons. With the addition of Charles Rigdon, a St. Louis gunsmith, the firm began producing revolvers in 1862 in Columbus, Mississippi.The earliest revolvers were marked "Leech & Rigdon Novelty Works." Later production examples were marked simply "Leech & Rigdon," and, after the 1863 government contract, "Leech & Rigdon CSA." This revolver is part of that contract. Only about 450 revolvers were completed by the original firm, with the final 550 completed by Charles Rigdon & Company still using the "LEECH & RIGDON" marking.Several manufacturing differences are associated with these Augusta-assembled revolvers, particularly the absence of a slotted hammer and the lack of cylinder safety pins. This revolver was assembled in Augusta, Georgia, from parts mostly completed in Greensboro, Georgia, to fulfill the 1863 Confederate contract.Standard configuration, 7.5" half-octagonal to round barrel, brass pin front sight. "LEECH & RIGDON CSA" marking on the top flat. This revolver was manufactured in early 1864 and is among the very first Leech & Rigdon revolvers finished by Charles Rigdon & Company. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: my current updated article on Leech & Rigdon revolvers and 2002 letter of authenticity signed by Bill Gary. CONDITION: good to very good overall, metal has mixed patinas, markings mostly discernible, grips are better than most with traces of finish. Matching S#s observed on barrel, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, back strap, and penciled inside grips. Revolver has restored main spring, loading lever latch, wedge, wedge screw, cylinder pin is old replacement without grease grooves, and several screws replaced. Loading lever has repair at hinge removing most of S#. Cryptic inspection mark stamped on left rear on trigger guard. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore with pitting. PROVENANCE: Jackson Arms catalog 22B, 1964; Norm Flayderman catalog #57; Gary Hendershott catalog #114, 2001; David Berenson estate collection. (01-29622/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

Cal. 36. S# 8. Standard configuration for brass frame copy of Colt 1851 revolver, 7.5" octagonal barrel stamped "SCHNEIDER & GLASSICK MEMPHIS TENN" on top flat. This is the best fake Schneider & Glassick revolver that has letter of authenticity from noted authority Bill Gary in rebuttal to my opinion that it is not original. There are only 2 original Schneider & Glassick Confederate revolvers documented but several exceptional fakes, including this example that Bill Gary states "This gun is definitely old. The interior rust was old & hard..all parts were of old manufacture…matches in size & shape..size & shape of name are identical..serial number stamping match..holster..old California "Slim Jim". His letter is compelling, if you want the best space filler for this rare Confederate revolver, buy this one. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of correspondence & large research file, copies of letters of provenance and authenticity, price and purchase information. Copy of my 2023 article on Schneider & Glassick, Memphis, TN gunmaker. CONDITION: good overall, heavy iron patina, scratched and dented brass with toned patina, underfit worn wood grips. Mechanics function, bore is heavily pitted, no discernible rifling. Holster fits well, missing portions at top, and broken seam at bottom and no toe. PROVENANCE: John Gangle; Bill Gary collection, 2008; Dave Berenson estate collection 2012. (01-29654/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

This is among the finest Confederate Navy military flap holsters surviving. Brown leather, about 15" perfectly fits any Confederate primary navy revolver such as Griswold or Leech and Rigdon. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: David Condon receipt 7-5-1996. CONDITION: very good to fine, supple, complete and functional long closure tab, "bullet stitched" belt loop in style of Richmond Armory accoutrements, scuffed and stained, slight creased area, stitching loose on plug. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (02-27309/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

Cal. 42/18ga. S# 1905. Standard configuration 2nd model LeMat grapeshot revolver, made 1864. 6.7" octagonal barrel engraved; "Systeme LeMat Bte sgdc Paris", 9-shot cylinder, underlying 5" shotgun barrel, reciprocating pin cylinder rotation system, hinged selector on hammer face for choice of shotgun or cylinder. Worn checkered wood grips, loading assembly attached to frame on left side. This is an attractive Confederate LeMat that shows honest use with good markings. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: bill of sale 5-21-1994, David Condon, Middleburg, VA. CONDITION: very good overall, complete & original with exception of loading assembly & hinged selector both professionally restored. All matching S#s, good markings including address, metal cleaned, toned to gray patina. Mechanics are very good & strong, crisp rifled barrel & smooth clean smooth shotgun bore. PROVENANCE: David Condon; Dave Berenson estate collection 1994. (01-29629/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-9,000.

Cal. 54. ID# 9H/9H. This is a very nice surviving loose barrel with very good markings and traces of original brown finish. Barrel has crisp "WM. GLAZE & CO" and "P / V / palmetto tree" proofs, crisp "1853" date on tang. CONDITION: loose barrel is very good with crisp markings, mostly cleaned gray patina with light pitting. Bolster and breech are sharp condemnation "C" is visible through large punch mark beneath bolster, clean clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Dr. Fred Novy collection. (02-27832/JS). NON-GUN. $500-1,500.

Cal. 54. ID # 3K/3K. Standard configuration model 1842 cavalry pistol with 8.5" barrel was assembled by William Glaze in Columbia, SC in 1852-1853 for the state of South Carolina. Glaze made & delivered 1,000 of these cavalry horse pistols in 1853. Later, during the war for Southern Independence, these pistols served South Carolina cavalry units in Confederate service. Most survivors of the war saw Confederate service. This survivor has strong superior "PALMETTO ARMORY" markings on lock surrounding Palmetto tree, tail marked vertically "COLUMBIA / S C. 1852. The barrel has very good clear markings "Wm. GLAZE & CO" On the left breech flat, "P" over "V" over Palmetto tree proof. The tang is dated 1853. Pistol is a superior survivor still with unique Palmetto brown finish in protected areas. Though Palmetto pistols are often seen on market, few are as fine. This pistol is new to database and is 119th original example known and easily in top 10% of survivors for condition. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: paid invoice from Greg Martin Auctions 4-27-2006; letter from Norm Flayderman describing history. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, all original, correct and matching, great markings, mechanically fine other than will not hold on half cock, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Greg Martin Auctions lot 108, 4-24-2006; David Berenson estate collection 2006. (01-29621/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Cal. 54. ID# MM. This is a new Palmetto pistol to the database that Dr. Fred Novy has maintained for many years, over 120 survivors are known of the 1000 contracted. This pistol is complete and original in standard brass mounted configuration of Model 1842 martial calvary pistol, 8.5" bbl. These pistols were assembled from parts by William Glaze in Columbia, SC 1852-1853. The lock is marked "PALMETTO ARMORY SC" in circular mark around palmetto tree and tail is stamped "COLUMBIA / SC 1852". The bbl is marked "WM. GLAZE & CO" and proofed "P / V / palmetto tree". There is no bbl date due to pitting. CONDITION: good overall. Lock is pitted, but markings mostly discernible. Glaze marking is good on bbl. Proofs are mostly visible, though worn. Brass has light mustard patina. Stock is sound with old refinish and hairline cracks opposite lock, lock mortise rear of lock is wallowed. Mechanics fine with pitted smooth bore. (01-29093/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cal. 58. S# 30. Outside institutional collections, this makes only the 3rd example of this very rare rifle available to collectors, and this example is being de-accessed from the extensive Atlanta Historical Society collection as they have another example. Of the several hundred known manufactured, many are thought to have been captured and destroyed by Sherman during his "March to the Sea". The handful of survivors are either early or late S#s, survivors documented are 22, 30, 32, 224, 296, and 309. Standard configuration follows US model 1855, 33" barrel with saber bayonet lug, brass hardware, small hinged toolbox, unique flanged lock screw escutcheons which are similar to Enfield, 1855 style adjustable rear sight, distinctive iron blade on half round pedestal front sight, Enfield style flat lock plate marked vertically at tail "GA ARMORY / 1862". Serial number "30" stamped on top of buttplate tang and bottom of barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of correspondence, AHS appraisal & accession notes on this rifle. CONDITION: very good overall as restored by Leighton Young of Marietta, GA circa 1990 for George Wray. When discovered rifle was sporterized as so many Civil War long guns after the war for use as a fowler, with forestock whittled down and slenderized, Leighton had to recreate barrel bands of slightly smaller dimension to fit stock, minor replacement on such a rarity, this is only GA Armory to ever come to auction. Old small brass collection tag #48 tacked above toolbox of unknown pre-Wray collection. Mechanics fine, bore mics .59 with no discernible rifling. PROVENANCE: George Wray collection; pictured and described on pages 254-257 of "CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETOONS" by Murphy & Madaus 1996; Atlanta Historical Society 2005 when they purchased the Wray collection; pictured and described in 2014 text "CONFEDERATE ODYSSEY, THE GEORGE WRAY JR CIVIL WAR COLLECTION AT THE ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER" on pages 172-173. (01-30056/JS). ANTIQUE. $40,000-80,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 58. S# 21. 40" overall, 24" round barrel, fixed rear sight, grooved front band acts as front sight. This carbine is altered from rifle identical to S# 7 & S# 12 as illustrated in Murphy & Madaus CONFEDERATE RIFLES & MUSKETS, page 306-308. Barrel is marked "ALA 1864" & "PRO / FCH" on left breech. (Maj. Frederick. C. Humphreys, chief inspector & commander of Columbus arsenal). Lockplate is stamped "J.P. MURRAY / COLUMBUS GA". S# 21 found on both lock screws and tang screw. Barrel is stamped with overstruck "28". This is a rare & superior condition Confederate carbine of which only a handful of examples are known. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages cited from Murphy & Madaus text, copy of Julia catalog listing. CONDITION: Gun is very good overall, fine for any Confederate longarm, mottled patinas, stock still has areas of raised grain with small inset repair rear of tang. Sling swivels appear to be old restorations. Markings are all discernible, S#s on screw heads are crisp. Mechanics strong and crisp, good 6-groove rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Greene Museum of Southern History, Phenix City, Alabama; James Julia Auctions, lot 3268, Oct. 9, 2014; David Berenson estate collection. (01-29644/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-25,000.

REID, COLUMBUS GEORGIA MADE RIFLE.Cal 58. NSN. Bbl 38" full octagonal. This rifle is only example known made by Templeton Reid, best known for his manufacture of extremely rare Georgia territorial and California territorial gold coins. This rifle was for many years in the Greene Museum of Chattahoochee Valley History till contents were sold by James D. Julia Auctions in 2014. The museum reader board reads "This rifle was manufactured by Templeton Reid about the year 1830. It was originally a flintlock rifle which has been converted to percussion. The rifle was personally owned by Templeton Reid and was the one he used in the late 1830s in rifle matches in Columbus, Georgia. The gold overlay of the rifle barrel was a Georgia gold nugget that Reid hammered into a sheet of gold and overlaid to protect the barrel from pitting. Reid also inlaid his name in gold in the lock plate. Silver pins were inlaid on the stock to form a checkered design. The patch box lid was originally a Cohutta Indian gorget cut up and inlaid on the stock of the gun. Templeton Reid was born in the year 1785. He moved from North Carolina to Eatonton GA with his family, while he was still a child. As a young man in Milledgeville, Georgia area Reid engaged into several professions: blacksmithing, watchmaking, gunsmithing and as a silversmith working in both gold and silver. Shortly after gold was discovered in North Georgia, Templeton Reid, in 1830 moved to Gainesville GA and opened a private mint, where he became the first person in the United States to privately mint gold coins. Reid minted gold coins in denominations of $2.50, $5, and $10…. In 1849, in Columbus GA, Templeton Reid minted 2 gold coins, one coin was of a $25 denomination. The other was a $10 coin. The $25 gold coin was stolen from the United States mint in 1858 and has never been recovered. Reid died in Columbus GA in 1851. The editor of the Columbus Enquirer described Templeton Reid as the best gunsmith in the United States".The half stock rifle is silver & gold mounted, unique 6-piece silver Cherokee patchbox design, shrouded silver around brass buttplate, silver toeplate, silver trigger guard is attached to a steel trigger plate which extends forward of the bow, forming "acorn" finial with chased detail, silver hunting star inset on cheek piece, over 300 silver pins are inset into checkered wrist, silver shield thumb plate, silver reinforced plate between lock & engraved barrel breech, silver nose cap, three silver ramrod thimbles mounted on brass rib at bottom of 38" full octagonal barrel, and four silver keyway escutcheons. Unique 2.25" x 1.5" piece of sheet gold covers 3 flats of breech to ingeniously protect from powder corrosion. Lockplate has an inlaid gold rectangle engraved in block letters "REID", the same marking is found on barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: research document and biographic material. CONDITION: very good overall, sound and complete, iron patina, silver patina, mechanically fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Templeton Reid (1785-1851); Cecil Anderson collection; Featured & described "Gunsmiths and Allied Tradesmen of Georgia" by Wayne Elliott & James Whisker, 2011; George Greene collection (1950-2014) (Greene Museum of Chattahoochee Valley History); James Julia Auction, lot 3341, October 2014. (01-30282/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-30,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 58. NSN. This is a fine example of scarce early 1863 brass mounted Confederate rifle made in Fayetteville, NC from captured Harper's Ferry machinery. Standard configuration, 33" barrel with "VP & eaglehead" proofs, adjustable rear sight, and saber bayonet lug. Lock is marked forward of the hammer with eagle over "CSA" & "Fayetteville", stamped "1863" at tail. Buttplate surcharged "CSA", brass nose cap This is an attractive and superior early 1863 made Fayetteville rifle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: David Condon paid invoice Oct. 24, 1998. CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete & original, barrel is a mottled gray patina, bayonet lug has "40" stamped, brass has smooth light mustard color, no markings on bands. Stock is sound, lightly refinished, well fit, good shoulders. Mechanics crisp, mostly bright reamed out rifling to smooth bore. Accompanying canvas & leather sling is fine but newer vintage. PROVENANCE: David Condon; David Berenson estate collection 1998. (01-29643/JS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-18,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 52. NSN. This unique designed brass frame "tilting breech" Confederate breechloading carbine is one of 280 made by Keen, Walker & Company of Danville, Virginia, between May & September 1862, making it one of the rarest of all Confederate Carbines. Standard configuration, 40" overall, 21.5" 7 groove rifled barrel, fixed notch rear sight, brass blade front sight. Matching assembly marks on the frame, breechblock, lower tang & in the stock in the top strap mortise. Solid brass frame, all other parts iron. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter of authenticity 2005, signed by Don Bryan & Hayes Otoupalik, copies of Keen Walker Chapter from Murphy & Madaus text on Confederate Carbines. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and matching, mottled dark patinas, superior sound solid well fit stock, chipped along right bottom along lower tang. Minor restoration to mechanism, mechanics functional, crisp dark rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Cliff Young collection; Hayes Otoupalik collection; Don Bryan collection; David Berenson estate collection 2005. (01-29636/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 50. S# 589. Standard third model configuration, unique brass frame & furniture, 20" round barrel, fixed rear & brass bladed iron pedestal front sight, brass tipped iron ramrod retained with brass pipe and unique iron flange at muzzle. Rod has threaded end to attach to unique cleaning jag fitted in butt (missing but restorations are available) These rare Confederate breech loading carbines utilized Morse patent 50 caliber self-contained reusable brass percussion cartridges. The Third Model (or Type III) Morse carbine, produced at the State Military Works in Greenville, South Carolina, is distinguished by a more sophisticated locking and firing mechanism than earlier models. The most improved mechanism is the presence of a flanged iron rod connected to an iron plate with knurled edges which covers the forward top portion of the brass operating lever and iron catch on frame. The serial number range on type III carbines range from about 400 to end of production about 1,000. This is a well patinaed all matching gun which would make a nice addition to any collection. CONDITION: very good overall. Complete & original, matching S#s and assembly marks, missing cleaning jag in butt, butt stock is refinished with inset break repair at wrist, forestock is weathered with large old chip on right side of barrel channel. Brass has mottled toned patina, iron patina and pitting on barrel and original ramrod. Mechanically fine with crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (01-29634/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-25,000.

Cal 52. S# 2758. Standard configuration 21" round barrel, pinched blade front sight, fixed notch rear sight, "RICHMOND VA" stamped forward of breech, brass furniture. The Confederate government bought the SC Robinson manufacturing company in March 1863, Robinson was currently making copies of Sharps model 1863 carbines, government was more efficient making a better product and produced about 3000 carbines before war's end. These breech loading carbines were well received and saw hard use in the field; this is among the finest survivors you will find still retaining case colors and raised grain wood in stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Article clipping. CONDITION: fine overall, original, matching, & complete. Markings excellent, barrel has traces of blue in protected areas with overall plum patina with staining and light pitting, lock & action have 20% muted case colors, stock is crisp with minor cosmetic defects and hairline rear of lock, mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Fred Slaton collection; David Berenson estate collection 1990. (01-29640/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-20,000.

COLT REVOLVING RIFLE. Cal. 56. S# 2616. Standard configuration of military caliber Colt full stock model 1855 sporting rifle, 27" barrel, 3 position adjustable rear sight graduated to 600 yards, German silver blade front sight, plain straight grain walnut stocks. Left side of butt stock carved "J. E. Randolph / So Ca / War 1860". Interesting inscription, speculation as to identity of J.E. Randolph, but impeccably carved and a scarce Colt revolving rifle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Don Ball, American Heritage investments paid invoice Oct. 10, 1990 and letters stating provenance to Jefferson County Georgia Confederate Sergeant in GA Militia. Copies of another possible owner from SC who served in LA militia. James Edwin Randolph (1825-1886). CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete & original other than missing ramrod & front sling swivel, appears "as found" uncleaned with dark patina, pitting, stock has hand worn patina, old nail repair at wrist, mechanics are fine, good dark rifled bore. PROVENANCE: James King, Lew Wight; Don Ball; David Berenson estate collection 1990. (01-29642/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-15,000.

Cal. 52. S# 771. Standard configuration 38" overall, 21" round barrel, pinched blade front sight, fixed notch rear sight, "S.C. ROBINSON / ARMS MANUFACTORY / RICHMOND, VA / 1862" stamped forward of breech and on lock with S#, brass furniture. SC Robinson manufacturing company made an impressive copy of the Sharps military carbine that was well received by soldiers in the field. Less than 2000 carbines were made by March 1863 when the Confederate government bought the factory. Almost all Robinson Sharps saw very hard use in the field. This is a superior survivor, excellent markings, complete & original. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: note concerning purchase 2005. CONDITION: very good overall, original, matching, & complete. There is a hole drilled just forward of serial number for tang sight. Lever latch button is stiff but functional locking lever correctly. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Hayes Otoupalik collection; Don Bryan collection; David Berenson estate collection 2005. (01-29639/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-20,000.

PALMETTO MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE.Cal. 54. NSN. This rare South Carolina rifle & US bayonet were captured in Virginia in 1862 by First Lt. William Clark, 105th New York Infantry, as noted by family papers which accompany. This attractive example appears in standard configuration with 33" barrel, brass furniture but pieced forestock and buttstock has no mortise cut under toolbox lid. Lock markings: "PALMETTO ARMORY SC" in a circle around a Palmetto tree forward of hammer and "COLUMBIA / SC 1852" vertically at tail. Barrel breech marked "Wm. GLAZE&Co." and "V P / palmetto tree" proofs and on tang "1853". Buttplate is surcharged "SC". Tang screw is original Palmetto round & semi- domed head, Federal always flat, retains unique Palmetto original brass blade front sight, fixed rear sight. Side plate is field inscribed "C. W. Oliver". There is only one CW Oliver in South Carolina infantry, C. Wistor Oliver entered service Feb. 1, 1862 and died of disease Aug. 19. 1863, Co. G, 19th SC. Rifle is fitted with rare US 1795 bayonet surcharged "C.US". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: First Lt. Clarks' military service papers, including envelope noting gun, his Jan 6th 1862 commission, Medical Discharge, & Pay records Sept. 12 1862 & pension documents and most interesting document showing he had a servant while in Virginia; C. W. Oliver's 19th SC service records; copy of the American Society of Arms Collectors (ASAC) #115; Page 115/51 "The Palmetto Rifle, An Examination of the Survivors" by Frederick G. Novy, letter & notes from Dr. Novy on this rifle. These documents show that Lt. William Clark was medically discharged in Virginia on Sep 12th 1862. It can be assumed that he then returned home to Clarkson, NY taking his Palmetto Rifle with him and that this rifle remained with him and his heirs from 1862 until 2026, a total of 164 years!CONDITION: good overall as configured, good markings, dark iron patina on barrel, lock has smooth gray patina, all original brass mounts, correct brass tipped ramrod. Buttstock is believed by Dr. Novy to have been created prior to capture and Lt. Wm. Clark returning home with this souvenir rifle. Toolbox lid is inscribed inside "H. Clark / NY", possibly noting the creator however after it was taken home. Mechanics are fine, good sharp rifled bore. Regardless, this is attractive example of rare rifle, identified to South Carolina soldier and documented as owned by New York Soldier and his family for 164 years! PROVENANCE: Dr. Fred Novy collection. Dr. Novy is leading authority on Palmetto weapons and author of "The Palmetto Rifle" article published in American Society of Arms Collectors bulletin. He has studied most examples known in about every major institution & private collections. (01-30291/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-9,000.

Cal. 577. NSN. Standard configuration of pattern 1856/1858 Enfield, 33" Birmingham proofed barrel, long range ladder sight, brass furniture, 2 steel barrel bands, front band made with integral bayonet lug numbered "8". Stock has Birmingham small arms black powder proof stamped rear of trigger guard and contractor "SWINBURN" further on belly. Tower lock is dated 1862 with crown and no cipher which shows this gun was for export. No Confederate markings, inventory or rack #363 stamped on butt stock. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and all original, uncleaned "as found" dark patinas with pitting, stock sound with scattered dings and dents. Mechanically fine, well-defined 5-land & groove rifled bore. (01-30271/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 58. NSN. This is a very good example of an original Richmond Armory muzzle loading carbine assembled with parts on hand. Standard configuration, 25" barrel, unique pinched front sight, adjustable rear carbine sight, unsurcharged iron buttplate & brass nose cap. Threaded ramrod and unique original Richmond configuration of 3 sling swivels. Correct Richmond VP proofed barrel, correct die fonts and "broken P", lock markings very good "C.S. / RICHMOND" and "1863". CONDITION: gun is very good overall, mixed patinas & pitting, sound stock with carved initials, no restoration noted, mechanically fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (01-29638/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

Cal 577. NSN. Standard configuration of the most popular imported arm by the Confederacy, 1863 dated Tower lock plate, Birmingham gauge markings for 577 caliber on 39" barrel, though this gun is now smoothbore with rear sight removed. Right butt stock nicely carved "E L / C S A". The carving appears original to the Civil War era. This is attractive Confederate relic musket of the war. CONDITION: good overall, "as found" dark patinas, old well patinaed over areas of wood loss above lock and at barrel tang, both sling swivels removed, bore reamed to 60 caliber smoothbore, mechanics strong, nipple is broken, ramrod is missing. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (01-29637/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 12ga. NSN. Thomas Cofer of Portsmouth, Va is best known as maker of rare brass framed Confederate revolvers but prior to the war he sold and repaired imported arms such as this circa 1860 side by side percussion shotgun. Few of these agent marked arms are known with fancy etched gilded marking on top rib "T.W. COFER & Co." "PORTSMOUTH, VA.". The shotgun was long time in the collection of Confederate collector Fred Edmunds and was displayed with his Cofer revolver for many years. William Albaugh, Hugh Benet, & Edward N. Simmons in their pioneering 1963 text "Confederate Handguns" show this identical marking on Mr. Simmons gun stating this arm is "even more uncommon than his pistols". 46" overall, 30" barrels, iron mounted, checkered wrist & forestock. Shotgun appears as found with old wrist repair, it has the look of so many wartime used arms, we don't know if this shotgun made it into the field, but many shotguns did. CONDITION: very good overall, dark iron patina, sound stock with staining and hand worn patina and new wrist repair, otherwise appears as manufactured circa 1860. Mechanics are sound, smooth clear bores. PROVENANCE: Fred Edmunds collection, Private Southern collection. (01-25748). ANTIQUE. $2,000-$4,000.

Cal. 41. NSN. 47" overall, 31" full octagonal barrel patent marked "TW COFER" & "PORTSMOUTH VA" in same die font to that found on his rare Confederate revolvers, circa 1860. The back action trade lock is engraved "PARKER." Double set triggers, single screw side plate, single key attaching stock to barrel, ribbed support for 2 plain ramrod pipes. German silver mounted with small patch box with engraved American eagle. No proofs on barrel or lock internally. Walnut stock with checkered wrist. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter from Bill Gary. CONDITION: good to very good overall mottled iron patina, Stock refinished, inset repair below lock, Mechanics functional, set trigger won't set, cocks well, pushing rear trigger drops hammer. Dirty & rusted rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bill Gary collection; David Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29672/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

& BAYONET.Cal. .577. S# 1062. These US early war imports to mostly midwestern states have brass shield with American eagle attached to top of comb rear of barrel tang, 2 iron barrel bands, "DC/anchor stamped" on lock is trademark for Liege firm of O.P. Drissen & Co, 32" barrel is Liege proofed, long range ladder rear sight, fixed blade on pedestal front sight & long lug saber bayonet adapter numbered "131". Accompanying by rare matching number "131" iron & brass handled saber bayonet marked S&K. Brass buttplate, trigger guard, and lock plate escutcheons. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Stone Mountain Relics descriptive inventory, 1990. CONDITION: very good overall, complete & original including both sling swivels, iron surfaces have dark patina, good markings, stock is sound with storage dings & dents & old varnish. Mechanics are crisp. Bore has been reamed smooth, about 59 caliber. Bayonet is matching very good condition and fits well. (01-30224/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

SWORD. This Confederate officer's sword is a distinctive example of unique architecture featuring a pierced CSA forming the hilt. It was made by Louis Froelich at his "Confederate States Armory" sword factory in Kenansville, North Carolina. The sword measures 39" overall and has a bright 31.5" blade with an unstopped fuller. The original scabbard, characteristic of Froelich's work, is made of lap-seamed sheet iron with small brass ring mounts, a pinned brass throat, and a distinctive sculpted iron drag with flaring round lobes. The scabbard body retains its lacquered finish. Overall, this is a beautiful "as found" Froelich staff sword with an attractive, untouched patina. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: detailed authentication and appraisal report 2014; Hendershott catalog June 1999. CONDITION: Very good overall. The blade is fine, retaining some original polish and luster, with an good point. The brass hilt and scabbard mounts show a matching, uncleaned dark brass patina. The spiral-cut wood grip retains traces of its original leather and is wrapped with its original single brass wire. The original leather protective washer between the blade and hilt is present, keeping the hilt tight with no play. Matching assembly marks "XII" cut into the edge of the hilt and face of the throat. The scabbard is sound, smooth dark patina, and fits the blade perfectly. PROVENANCE: Gary Hendershott catalog June 1999, item # 51; David Berenson estate collection 1999. (02-27303/JS). $12,000-15,000

OFFICER SWORD.This is fine example of this unique Richmond pattern, "as found" beautiful condition with original scabbard still with hangers attached, 29" unstopped fuller blade with original factory surface & luster. "BOYLE, GAMBLE & MACFEE / RICHMOND / VA" cast in relief on bottom of guard, unique Confederate branched foot officer hilt. Most of this pattern are not marked, and marked examples are very scarce, especially in superior condition and with scabbards. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: paid invoice from James Julia auctions, 2017; copies of pages from Bill Albaugh's text on Confederate swords giving history of maker, none of the examples pictured in Albaugh have a scabbard as they are very scarce. CONDITION: fine overall, blade retains some luster, light old sharpening, tip is chipped. Blade retains large original protective washer but is detached causing looseness in hilt. Leather handle wrap is complete as is twisted tiny brass wire, smooth medium mustard patina to hilt and scabbard mounts. Scabbard is supple with some open seams and crack below middle mount, drag appears original to scabbard's use but likely added later during war as this pattern was notorious for losing tips. Indiscernible scratched initials found on throat. Pair of long patent leather and brass sword hangers are still attached. PROVENANCE: James Julia Auctions, lot 1241, 4-11-2017; Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27304/JS). NON-GUN. $7,000-9,000.

35.5" meaty unstopped fuller blade, .36" thick at ricasso, iconic hilt with cast "NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS" in arc over "CSA" on bottom of stippled guard, brass mounted brazed lap seam original Nashville scabbard with characteristic thin beveled ring mounts and beveled brass bladed drag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 13 page detailed authentication report by John Sexton 2014; paid invoice, James Julia auctions, 3-18-2008. CONDITION: very good overall, blade is cleaned & polished, toned gray. Hilt and scabbard mounts have rich uncleaned matching dark reddish copper/brass patina. Grip leather & wire wrap is restored professionally and sword was not taken apart. Iron ferrule and iron scabbard body have iron patina and pitting. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2008. (02-27306/JS). NON-GUN. $7,000-9,000.

This style of Civil War saber has long been considered the archetypal Confederate Cavalry saber. In fact, noted collector and author Bill Albaugh said of this type of horseman's saber that " it is as Confederate as corn pone and molasses ". Of course, many scholars today feel that it was a product of the Confederate States Armory of Louis Froelich at Wilmington, North Carolina. This saber has an overall measurement of 43 5/8" and boasts a 34 1/8" plain blade with a single wide unstopped fuller. The brass hilt has a three-branch guard with a large down turned disk quillon. The front of the guard is lightly hand scratched "Capt John A Steele - 11th Alabama". The large plain, smooth pommel nearly resembles a mushroom in form. The leather covered grip has a single strand iron wire wrap. There is a leather sword knot attached that may be from a later period. The superb sheet iron scabbard has a crude lapped top seam. The body is mounted with a brass throat, suspension loops, rings, and drag. CONDITION: the blade is exemplary for this type of saber having only scattered darkened spots on an even gray patina with just a few tiny edge nicks. The hilt is very solid with none of the oft seen stress breaks. Much of the leather grip wrap is still intact and all of the wire is present. The scabbard has a dark overall patina on the iron, and the brass has a rich mellow aged patina. (02-27592/BF). $4000-6000.

IN FLORIDA BY 91st NY SOLDIER. Classic Thomas, Griswold & Co, New Orleans made Confederate cavalry officer's saber with characteristic split pommel and pieced guard, penknife style ricasso, and relief decorated hilt & pommel. Tied to hilt is long red silk sash with flat knots and tassels in fine condition. Scabbard is not Griswold but perfectly fit product of Ames. The original Griswold scabbard would have been solid brass. This sword when originally sold by James Julia auctions in 2014 had an escutcheon of corporal Harrison George, 91st New York infantry. Corporal George was disabled in March of 1862 at Key West and was able to take this souvenir saber home by troop transport ship. Corporal George was lucky to be returned home when he did as the 91st went on to have the single highest casualties of any regiment at Port Hudson.PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2014. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: James Julia auction catalog listing Oct. 9, 2014, lot 3279. CONDITION: Very good overall, 35.5" blade is gray with staining & light pitting. Grip has excellent professional restored leather & wire wrap as is protective washer. Hilt has "as found" dirty chocolate/olive patina. Scabbard is well fit, sound with some pitting, "ADK" inspection on drag is crisp. Silk sash overall is in very good condition with good color and scattered small holes and fraying of knots which are mostly intact. (02-27310/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

36" unstopped fuller blade. Classic "Dog River" Confederate saber known now made by Louis Haiman & Brother in Columbus, Georgia who the largest Confederate maker of sabers. Haiman scabbards are unique and feature lead soldered lap seamed body, soldered heavy brass ring mounts, soldered iron blade drag, and soldered iron flange throat. Haiman blades have distinct blacksmith weld of iron tang to hardened steel blade which is a visible "fault" at ricasso, very prominent on this example. This saber is a beautiful "as found" survivor and is among the best condition you can find, as most saw very hard use and a vast majority are poor to fair at best. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: paid invoice David Condon, 8-4-1992. CONDITION: fine overall, sound & tight, smooth gray, uncleaned blade, very good tarred oil cloth covered handle with few small chips, tightly wrapped single iron wire wrap, dark reddish copper patina to hilt. Scabbard is very good & complete with iron flange at throat which is missing on majority of survivors, body is cleaned with pitting with few small dents, brass mounts cleaned and toned, attached sword rings are replaced. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 1992. (02-27305/JS). NON-GUN. $2,500-3,500.

MARKINGS.This fine US M1833 dragoon saber is considered a secondary Confederate weapon. It measures 41" overall with a 34" quill back blade that is etched "United States " with oak leaves on one side and " N. P. Ames Cutler Springfield 1837 " on the other. Brass 2 branch hilt with a dropped disk quillon that is stamped "WS", the inspector and "N C", for North Carolina. There is a steel spanner nut atop the stepped pommel. Leather wrapped grip. Iron scabbard stamped " ORD. " on the drag. CONDITION: blade has a cleaned gray patina with a few minor nicks on the edge. Etched markings are light but discernable. Hilt shows light wear and, the grip is 95%+ complete. Scabbed has a mottled patina with scattered shallow dents and a separation to the edge 10" up from the drag, (02-27595/BF). $1800-2400.

MARKINGS.This US M1833 dragoon saber is considered a secondary Confederate weapon. It measures 39 3/4" overall with a 34" quill back blade that retains the slight remnants of its original etched markings. Brass 2 branch hilt with a dropped disk quillon that is stamped "WS", the inspector and "N C", for North Carolina. There is a steel spanner nut atop the stepped pommel. Wood grip with no leather and there is no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a mottled gray patina with pitting and oxidation. Etched markings are barely partially visible. Hilt shows wear with a pleasing patina. The grip is has no remaining leather. (02-27594/BF). $1000-1500.

SABER. 35.5" heavy unstopped fullered blade, 1.25" wide, .4" thick at ricasso. Iconic "NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS" and "CSA" cast into bottom of branched guard, original brass mounted braised seamed scabbard with characteristic small heavy ring mounts. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. Leather grip is complete with tiny twisted wire wrap with scuffing. Backstrap is pieced about 2" from ferrule. Blade is cleaned with gray patina and light staining. Scabbard retains much of its black painted body with matching brass patina to hilt. Brass drag is unsoldered and loose. PROVENANCE: purchased from Heritage Auctions 2007, Steve Mullinax Collection. (02-27785/JS). NON-GUN. $8,000-12,000.

NAVAL CUTLASS. 26" overall, 21" slightly wasp waist blade with medial ridge. Maker mark on ricasso "T.G & Co / N.O.". Cast brass guard with feathered grip with unique New Orleans braised quillon manufacture. This is the among the scarcest of Confederate made cutlasses. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found". Brass guard and handle have mostly smooth patina with scattered small cosmetic dents. (02-27788/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

BOWIE & SHEATH. 22" overall, 16.5" clip point blade, 2" wide, .22" thick, brown leather sheath with integral belt loop. Pictured & described on pages 226-227 of Norm Flayderman's monumental "THE BOWIE KNIFE". 2" silvered brass plaque is inset in grip "W. E. PRESTON / Co. B 33rd ALA Reg / C.S.A. 1861". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from "The Bowie Knife"; letter from Flayderman family gifting knife to Mr. Berenson for "his deep respect & sincere gratitude & the friendship you shared"; service records for soldier. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found", blade retains finishing marks, scattered tiny nicks in cutting edge, guard & ferrule have uncleaned iron patina, handle retains about half of its black painted surface, plaque is dented and partially lifting, but easily discerned. Sheath is matching very solid condition, retaining most of its brown polish with heavy scuffed edges & tip. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman collection, Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27300/JS). NON-GUN. $10,000-20,000.

BOWIE KNIFE. This is a fine example of Confederate D-Guard bowie knife stamped on guard "T.L. PRUETT. MAKER. PRATTVILLE ALA". There are about 10 of these knives known. 16.75" blade, meaty .3" thick, and 1.75" wide at ricasso. The 2012 text "CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIVES" states"T.L Pruett produced what are now the most well known of all Southern-identified blacksmith-made knives. An expert craftsman by any standard, his heavy classically Confederate D-guard knives were well made in fit and finish. The 1860 Autauga County, Alabama, census lists him as a 'blacksmith' in the town of Prattville. Like many other skilled craftsman, Pruett put his expertise to work for the war effort. The Bowie knives that he made for the local Autuaga Guards (Cook, 24th Alabama Inf.) were described in this note, which ran in the Richmond Dispatch of September 18, 1861: 'A formidable weapon: We were shown yesterday a knife, manufactured by Mr. Pruett, of Prattville which is the most formidable looking weapon in the shape of a knife we have seen yet. The Arkansas toothpick is left completely in the shade. The blade of the new one we saw was nineteen inches in length, and weighed two and one half pounds. It seemed to be of good steel, and appeared powerful enough to divide a Yankee completely. Mr. P. had just furnished one hundred of these knives to Capt. Faulkner's company of Autauga, will be ready to supply as many more as may be needed--Montgomery Advertiser'. Carried from the Montgomery Advertiser, the blade length was exaggerated, as most Pruett knives have closer to a 17-inch blade. All Pruett knives are distinct and nearly identical with about ten examples extant. Large, sturdy and heavy, the 17-inch single-edged blade has a 3-inch sharpened false-edge to form a spear point. Two wrought iron seamed ferrules border and oval hardwood grip. The wrought iron guard is thick and heavy with a spoon-shaped quillon. The tang is peened at the rear and finished flat. Each guard is marked along the outside, 'T.L. Pruett. Maker. Prattville Ala.' using single letter dies. Pruett knives are among the only three or four legitimately marked Confederate knives using single letter stamps."UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of research. CONDITION: "as found" in very good overall, iron patina, staining & pitting, old sharpening, good point, markings discernible, long hairline crack in oak grip. PROVENANCE: Greene Museum of Southern History; James Julia Auction, lot 3281 Oct. 9, 2014; David Berenson estate collection. (02-27299/JS). $15,000-20,000.

KNIFE.21.5" overall, 17" hefty upswept blade, saber ground, raised ricasso stamped "CSA" on one side and "SCHNEIDER / GLASSICK" on other side with first few letters weak. Iron D-guard with long turned down quillon, 2 brass ferrules, turned mahogany handle. This knife has been controversial as to authenticity for over 60 years. It was proudly displayed and treasured by several knowledgeable early collectors. The markings look old but are not same font seen on original Schneider & Glassick pistols that they made and knife in my opinion is from Pacific Rim but could be of Civil war era or close. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of correspondence & large research file, paid bill of sale from Greg Martin Auctions 2009. Copy of Martin catalog entry showing photo of knife in 1968 gun show display. Copy of my 2023 article on Schneider & Glassick, Memphis, TN gunmaker. Several letters & notes as to authenticity. CONDITION: very good as fabricated, heavily pitted blade, easily discerned inscription. PROVENANCE: Jim Harris; Cecil Godman 1966; Greg Martin Auction lot 1036, June 2009, Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27301/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

17" overall, 12" clip point blade, over 2" wide made from rasp. Well made knife with partially beveled top edge, sculpted iron guard, octagonal curly maple handle with soldier's initials "MN". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: descriptive sheet from CC Relics. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found". Uncleaned, smooth iron patina with light pitting, several small nicks on cutting edge and tip of point is broken. Grip has hand worn patina. (02-27786/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

A classic Civil War Era bowie knife measuring 29" overall with a long slender 23 1/2" forged blade. The blade tapers gently from 1 1/2" to the point of the blade and the pronounced ricasso measures 1" x 1/2". The iron d-guard terminates with a small disk quillon. Wood grip with a brass 3 1/4" x 1/2" plate on one side secured by two iron rivets. No scabbard. CONDITION: generall light wear. The blade has a dark patina as does the guard. There are just a scant few tiny nicks on the edge of the blade. The grip has a few tight age cracks. Brass plate has a great rich patina. (02-27596/BF). $1600-2200.

19.5" overall, 14.25" clip point blade, 4" sharpened clip, .22" thick, 1.5" wide, tool handle with iron ferrule, thin tapered sheet iron guard. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found", iron patina, forging flaws, light pitting. PROVENANCE: Bob Alispones estate collection. (02-26041/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,000.

15.5" overall opened, 7" locking clip point blade with beveled top edge, 1.5" wide, .25" thick, tapered horn slabs, iron bolsters. CONDITION: good overall, iron patina, chipping & minor insect damage to horn slabs. PROVENANCE: estate collection of Compton LaBauve, Jr. (02-26487-7/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

This is a beautifully framed flag which framing would cost a fortune today, frame measures 128" x 82"; the flag measures 113" x 72". The heavy cotton canvas hoist is 2" wide with hand whipped eyelets. The flag is entirely handsewn by excellent seamstress using delicate stitches for the "sewn-through" 8.5" stars on 49" x 50" blue wool bunting canton. Red and white bars are made with pieced wool bunting with the largest pieces 18" wide. There are two apparent wartime repairs, one in the top of canton using a tighter wove blue bunting piece and bottom bar at hoist has an additional sewn in piece of red fabric. These repairs are well done for continued use of this flag, which apparently saw use. Unfortunately there is no specific history as to where this flag was used, but Greg Biggs opines that this was possibly Mobile contracted Depot for use as a post, storm or garrison flag. Biggs lists 8 other flags with similar sizes that have survived; only two with any attribution; one from the Charleston Customs House and one from Camp Moore Louisiana. Texas was the 7th state to secede and this flag is framed with a nice brass plaque reading "THE TEXAS PATTERN". Regardless of history, this is a wonderful example of an early war 1st National Confederate flag made prior to April 1861 when Virginia was added making 8 stars. 7 star flags continued use well into 1863. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 6 page report by Greg Biggs with detailed history of this pattern and this particular flag. CONDITION: very good overall as framed. 2-3% reductions from insect damage, mostly along fly edge on upper red bar. Whipped eyelets are torn and a couple reinforced during period of use; colors are good, not removed from frame but appears nicely attached with tacking stitches to dark felt backer in frame. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman 1979 catalog; Gary Perkins collection; John Kinchloe collection 2005. (02-27781/JS). NON-GUN. $15,000-25,000.

OF A STYLE OFTEN ASSOCIATED WITH THE STONEWALL BRIGADE. A truly exceptional, completely hand sewn, example of forage cap following closely the pattern of the M1858 "McDowell style cap but made from a light gray wool broadcloth with an underlying greenish hue. The thread count of the cloth is a tabby weave of approximately 64 threads per inch for both the warp and the weft. The crown of the cap is quite likely pasteboard, but there is no access for a visual inspection. The crown is 5 3/8" in diameter and the front rise is 3 1/2" with the rear rise being 7 3/4" giving the cap a jaunty rakish appearance. The crown is joined to the body by a welt made of gold braid with an internal reed. There is an internal 1 1/2" burlap like stiffening band around the bottom edge of the cap that presents a tabby weave of 18 by 24 threads per inch. The lining is a very attractive blue, brown, and tan cotton osnaburg in a plaid like pattern with a tabby weave of 52 by 52, both warp and weft. The thin, light brown leather sweatband is 1 3/4" wide and impressed with a ribbed pattern. It is turned under 3/16" where it is hand sewn to the cap's body. The one piece brown pig skin leather visor appears to, at one time, have had a blackened finish. The visor measures 2" wide at the center and 11 3/4" from side to side. It is quite steeply sloped and nearly vertical at the very front, adding to the cap's dashing appearance. There is a small, 1/2" square, early paper collection number " 7 " pasted to the outside left edge of the visor. The rather small and simple chinstrap is about 7/16" wide with each half of the chinstrap being 8" long. There are two small leather loops joining the 2 sections of the chinstrap. The side buttons supporting the chinstrap are small size Federal staff buttons with backmarks that read "EXTRA QUALITY". This spectacular Confederate forage cap is trimmed up the back seam, the front seam, around the bottom, and up each side with a single strip of 3/16" metallic gold braid. The outer crown of the cap has the same metallic gold braid that forms a single strand quatrefoil indicating the cap was made for a lieutenant. The thread used in the construction of this Southern forage cap appears to be unbleached 2 ply linen with an S twist. CONDITION: in a word, superb! The outside of the cap is a bit dirty attesting to arduous field service. The color of the cap's outer surfaces tends towards brown because of this impregnated dirt. The body has a scant few moth nips at the rear and left side. For its age, this early war veteran is in amazing overall condition. (02-27450/BF). $15,000-20,000.

BLACK HORSE TROOP OR COMPANY H, 4TH VIRGINIA CAVALRY.This exceptional grouping that belonged to Edward Mewton Cologne of the Black Horse Troop from Fauquier County, Virginia. The Troop later became known as Company H of the 4th Virginia Cavalry. The Black Horse Troop first gained notoriety for escorting John Brown to his death after his failed raid on the US Arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. After Virginia voted to secede from the Union, the Black Horse Troop was sent to seize the Federal Arsenal at Harpers Ferry where it appropriated 7,000 rifles and arms production machinery. When the rebellion commenced, the Black Horse Troop was redesignated Company H of the $th Virginia Cavalry. The 4th was a very hard fought unit with service at both battles of Manassas, Williamsburg, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and many more including the surrender at Appomattox Court House. Edward Mewton Cologne enlisted in October of 1862 at the age of 19 and served throughout the war with the 4th Virginia. After capitulation at Appomattox, he was paroled on May 1st of 1865. His effects include a large portrait of him in his Confederate uniform wearing a " CSA " buckle and belt. The sight size is 26 1/2" X 22" and the original gilded frame measures 34" X 29". The detailed portrait even shows " CSA " on his buttons. His rectangular " C.S.A. " buckle is included and remains on its original belt that appears to be made of pigskin. The lot further includes his Southern Cross of Honor with his name engraved on the front. The Cross is marked on the reverse " PATENTED CHARLES W. CRANKSHAW ATLANTA ". The Cross is accompanied by his rare Black Horse medal with the obverse showing " B. H. (crossed sabers) 1861 1865 A. N. V. " and the reverse showing crossed Confederate flags. The medal's suspension bar has the initials " E. M. C. " engraved upon it. Finally the group includes an unidentified badge that presents a central " CH " with the date 1884 surrounding the central medallion. CONDITION: the portrait appears to have undergone a professional restoration and relining which has brought out much of the detail that was likely obscured by age. The C.S.A. buckle has expected wear with a dark coppery patina, and the associated belt shows heavy wear but remains relatively solid and intact. The medals are complete and undamaged with nice mellow patination. Groups with this much history rarely come to market these days, a singular opportunity for the discerning collector. (02-27456/BF). $10,000-20,000.

BUTTONS TX-17A.This truly extraordinary group of Civil War Confederate Texas coat buttons (TX-17A) was excavated near Gains Mill, Virginia. The battle of Gains Mill was also known as the battle of Chickahominy River and took place on 27 June of 1862 in the area around Hanover County, Virginia. Each button depicts a central star with the word " T E X A S " surrounding the star with one letter in each hollow. There is an outer rope border with a smooth edge. The back mark on each button reads " . HYDE & GOODRICH . NEW ORLEANS ". CONDITION: buttons exhibit no pushes and the gilded finish ranges between 80% to 20%, six examples have complete shanks with some corrosion and two have partial shanks with some losses due to corrosion. (02-27598/BF). $12,500-17,500.

RICHMOND VA.17" x 11" polished cotton, all hand sewn, eleven 4-pointed stars single applique in arrangement that can spell "CSA". A handful of these guidon pennants survive. They were captured from Confederate armory at end of war, still attached to the Confederate made lances. Francis Bannerman cataloged these rare lances with attached pennants in 1905 at an incredible sum of $1,000 for the day. Flag is nicely framed with collection tag from 1965 stating it was originally attached to Confederate pike in next lot. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Copy of Greg Biggs monograph on Confederate Guidon pennants. CONDITION: Not removed from frame but appears good overall, about 90% intact, reductions and staining, light fading. (02-27782/JS). NON-GUN. $8,000-15,000.

GUIDON PENNANT.The previous lot, CS guidon pennant according to the framed collection tag was attached to this polearm, small tacks with fabric beneath them match description. This is not the typical polearm normally associated with these pennants which is about 6 feet long. This is a full size confederate pike about 8 1/2 feet, including 13" double edged blade, 18" reinforcing straps, large brass ferrule, and 7" tapered iron base. CONDITION: very good overall, complete, iron patina. (02-27783/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

SERGEANT MAJOR DAVID MARKS OF THE 17TH VIRGINIA.This very fine example of a Civil War Confederate enlisted man's kepi, worn by Sergeant Major David A. Marks of the 17th Virginia, was deaccessioned from the study collection of the Texas Civil War Museum in Fort Worth, Texas. The crown of the kepi is of blue/gray wool, and the body as well as the band are of the same material. The rise in the front is 3 1/4" and the rear rise measures 5 1/4". The crown is approximately 5 3/8" in diameter with a solid, likely paperboard, stiffener that cannot be inspected as it is completely covered. . The interior of the kepi's band is stiffened internally by a paperboard band. The visor is of black painted leather and has a machine sewn leather edging along its entire length. There is no chinstrap, however one of the side buttons remains intact. The button is a 14.5mm "cuff" size pre-war Virginia State Seal button (VA-14-Av) with a backmark that reads " EXTRA QUAILTY ". The interior has a 1 1/4" thin, black painted cotton or linen sweatband hand sewn to the kepi and seamed at the rear. The lining of the kepi is tan polished cotton material. Sergeant Major Marks enlisted in the 17th Virginia on April 25th 1861 and surrendered with General Lee at Appomattox Court House on April 9th 1865. He fought at First Bull Run and the Second, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Cold Harbor, Petersburg and many more highly significant battles. The 17th was a very hard fought regiment with a scant 2 officers and 46 men surrendering at Appomattox Court House of the 600 present in 1862. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Service records of David A. Marks from private to Sergeant Major. Letter of Authenticity from noted TV personality, Rafael Eledge of Shiloh Relics. CONDITION: The body of the kepi is very sound but does show expected minor abrasions and possibly some minor insect damage. As stated, there is no chinstrap and only one side button. The visor has normal wear to the finish with a centrally located crack. It does, however, remain securely attached to the band. Sweatband remains pliable and firmly attached. The polished cotton lining shows wear and sweat stains with significant degradation to the front sides. (02-27451/BF). $8,000-12,000.

CONFEDERATE ENLISTED KEPI FROM THE LOTZ HOUSE MUSEUM OF FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE.This spectacular Civil War Confederate enlisted man's kepi was once proudly displayed at the famous Lotz House Museum in Franklin, Tennessee. The inside crown of the kepi still bears the glued paper collection number "178". The crown of the kepi is of brown butternut wool as is the body and the band. The rise in the front is 3 3/4" and the rear rise measures 6 1/4". The crown is approximately 5 1/2" in diameter and has a solid black painted cotton or linen, presumably on paperboard, stiffener. The interior of the kepi's band is stiffened internally by a band that seems to be leather but cannot be examined. The heavy black visor is of tarred leather and has a machine sewn leather edging along its entire length. The black chinstrap is of painted leather with two slides and small size federal eagle buttons sewn to the body securing it. The interior has a 1 1/4" thin, dark brown leather sweatband hand sewn to the kepi and seamed at the rear. The lining of the kepi is light brown and light tan colored plaid cotton material. The Lotz House was built in 1858 shortly before the start of the American Civil War. In six short years it would become the epicenter of the Battle of Franklin where Confederate forces under John Bell Hood suffered a devastating defeat by Union forces commanded by John M. Schofield. The house suffered severe structural damage from cannon fire during the battle, but nonetheless was used as a hospital for both sides during the conflict. CONDITION: The body of the kepi is very sound but does show expected abrasions and wear spots. There is one small hole at the rear left. The visor has normal wear to the finish and remains securely attached. The chinstrap is undamaged but the side button do show significant vertegris. Sweatband has become stiff but remains intact. The cotton lining shows wear and sweat stains with several wear holes in the fabric. (02-27452/BF). $8,000-12,000.

BUCKLE ON ITS ORIGINAL BELT.This is a very scarce Confederate fixed tongue frame buckle marked by McElroy & Hunt of Macon, Georgia. This was the classic enlisted Confederate buckle because is was sturdy and easy to produce in sand molds. Examples can be found in most every theater of war but marked examples are few and far between. It is difficult to find the buckle, but to find the buckle on the original belt is truly exceptional. This is believed to be the only example of a McElroy marked buckle on its original belt. The McElroy foundry produced all manner of metal items, parts and pieces for the Confederacy including swords, axes, belt plates, cooking pots, bayonet scabbard tips, frying pans, cartridge box finials, wire, nails, and more. CONDITION: the buckle boasts a stunning rich original patina and the markings are relatively clear but difficult to read as normally seen. The belt leather is quite solid, though understandably dry and a bit warped. A singular opportunity to acquire one of the rarest Confederate belt & buckle combinations. (02-27457/BF). $8,000-12,000

CONFEDERATE IMPRINT BROADSIDE.May 10, 1865 Proclamation to Brave Soldiers of Texas to continue to fight from General "Prince John" Magruder who would never surrender and had lifetime of military leadership.Not found listed in Crandall, Harwell, or Parrish & Willingham. 8.75" x 5.75" very rare and unrecorded Confederate broadside, "HEADQUARTERS, District of Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, HOUSTON May 10, 1865. Soldiers! I am told that an impression prevails among you that military news is suppressed at these headquarters. That is not true…An officer of the Confederate States brought me a verbal message from Federal General Banks, commanding at New Orleans…a proposition to surrender the state of Texas, which in that case should not be invaded. I declined sending it to General commanding department [Gen Edmund Kirby Smith] and arrested the officer who brought it. Soldiers once more, I say let us be united, determined, and defiant. Our president is doubtless on way to the Trans-Mississippi Department. The flag of the Confederacy will be kept proudly flying. Brave men from every Confederate state will rally to its support and swell your ranks…wage a battle, which will force the enemy's troops from this department, to recover the territory which he occupied, but has not conquered. But he will return, escorted by the gallant army of Texas, which he will not have been able to overcome. Your own state will thus be redeemed, and the war will be renewed with greater vigor than ever, upon the soil of Virgina, South Carolina, and sister states made sacred by the blood of one hundred thousand brave men, shed in the noblest & holiest cause—that freedom and right against oppression and wrong! … Soldiers stand firmly to your colors…and you will save your noble wives, and innocent children, from a fate, far worse than death in any form. J. BANKHEAD MAGRUDER, Maj. Gen'l. Comd'g Dist. Texas".Maj. General Magruder rallies his troops to continue fighting. Magruder & General Edmund Kirby Smith would formally surrender the 20,000 men of trans-Mississippi on June 2nd aboard the USS Fort Jackson in Galveston Harbor. General "Prince John" Magruder along with 300 men would flee to Mexico where he served under Emperor Maximillian's short lived Mexican monarchy in hope of establishing Confederate colonies. Rarely are new imprints discovered especially such an important unknown Texas imprint in fine displayable format, few printed and this may be the only documented surviving copyPROVENANCE: direct family provenance from last descendent of Sargent Garrett E. Van Benthuysen, 1st Texas Heavy Artillery & Confederate Marine. CONDITION: broadside is very good overall, folds, small stain, paper toned. (02-27842-1/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-10,000.

TEXAS HEAVY ARTILLERY.1) Fragment of 1st Texas Heavy Artillery regimental flag. 6" souvenired section form bottom red bar of 1861 presentation battleflag, nicely inked tag "remnant of flag of the First Texas (Cooks) Regt Hvy Arty CSPA [Confederate States Provisional Army] G. E. Benthuysen, 1st Sergt, Bo. B, 1st Tex Hwy Arty". 2) Rare Galveston, parole of honor, June 27, 1865 signed by Captain & Acting Provost Marshal Harry Beard, by order of General Gordon Granger who had just week earlier signed the now famous "Juneteenth" General Order # 3 freeing all slaves in Texas. 3) Houston 1895, 3-piece United Confederate Veterans reunion badge.4) Dec. 30, 1863 letter with cover & 5 cent Confederate stamp from mother to G. E. Van Benthuysen when in Marines. 5) May 30, 1864 Matagorda postmarked letter & cover with "PAID 10" to Van Benthuysen "on board J F Carr" a Confederate "cotton clad gunboat", part of Texas Marine Department. 6) Jany 14, 1864, good content letter from mother to Garrett Van Benthuysen, ends letter "..prays every night that you may never kill and never be killed…". 7) Pair of antebellum "rifleman" epaulets. 8) Several family photos, misc. ephemera, etc. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: the cigar box this archive was found. CONDITION: fair to good overall, flag fragment is very good & sound. Letters are complete, soiled, cracked at folds. Parole is cracked at folds and mounted on cloth backer. PROVENANCE: direct descent of family of G.E. Van Benthuysen, Co. B, 1st Texas Heavy Artillery. Garrett Elder Van Benthuysen (1844-1899) entered service July 1, 1861 in Galveston, served the entire war in artillery and short stint as a marine on the captured Harriett Lane. He was paroled May 27, 1865. The 96" x 56" flag of the 1st Texas Heavy Artillery was donated in 1946 to the "Galveston Artillery Club" museum collection with several souvenired pieces missing, including the 2nd "R" in ARTILLERY where the fragment was cut out. The flag was made by Galveston sign painter Rice & Baulard, signed below the "1861" date. (02-27842-2/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

CONFEDERACY OF COLONEL BLEDSOE DESHA HARMAN. Electrotype measures about 4" in diameter mounted in Moroccan veneered hinged casing with velvet lining with raised gilded bezel with glass lens. These electrotype copies were made in 1873 from the original 1864 Great Seal of the Confederacy. The maker of the electrotype copy is the maker of the original Great Seal JA & AB Wyon, London. These seals were sold for the benefit of Confederate widows and orphans and were originally ordered by John T. Pickett, who during the war was a Confederate diplomat and spy. These seals were advertised, manufactured in bronze, silver, and gold with premium prices on the plated examples. Colonel Bledsoe Desha Harman (1828-1882) was a Confederate Colonel and politician. The casing has an inked tag with his name along with a 2" oval painted miniature along with a tied section of his blonde hair wrapped in newspaper. CONDITION: the seal is excellent with exceptional detail with light peripheral iridescent toning. Casing is very good internally, with functional latch. Moroccan veneer is scuffed with several chips. Miniature painting is good. (02-27778/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

UP ON PETERSBURG BATTLEFIELD. You will not find a better regulation Confederate wood canteen with its original, blue and white woven cotton sling, original mouthpiece and stopper. There is an old museum tag with matching number to a corresponding card which states it was picked up in 1865 on the battlefield by George M Phelps, 3rd Mass heavy Artillery. Standard configuration 7” diameter, 2.25” sides banded with riveted iron bands and 3 thin sheet iron sling keepers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: old brown ink collection card, bio of George M. May, 3rd Mass Heavy Artillery. CONDITION: fine “as found”, complete, age crack in mouthpiece. (02-27784/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

1) Confederate Navy button "ESTATE OF LT. JW WILKENSON, COMMANDING CSS CHAMELON BLOCKADE RUNNER" on plaque, Firmin backmark, not sure where the ID came from on plaque, but button is perfect with all its original gilt and perfect back. 2) Louisiana state seal, Confederate local-blank back. 3) Alabama Volunteer Corps (AVC) Mintzer backmark. 4) Mississippi infantry cuff button, Hyde & Goodrich backmark. 5) South Carolina state seal, HT&B Manchester backmark. 6) Virginia state seal staff button, Superior Quality backmark. 7) Virginia state seal staff button, Scovill backmark. 8) Cavalry "C", HT&B Manchester. 9) Artillery "A" HT&B Manchester. 10) Rifleman "R" HT&B Manchester. CONDITION: all very good to fine, gold plating good, all complete shanks. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27311/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

KENNESAW MOUNTAIN.69.2mm x 48mm beautifully patinated excavated CSA belt plate, inked on back "KENESAW 1960". This plate is identical style to plates 88, 89, and 90 in Mullinax "CONFEDERATE BELT PLATES & BUCKLES" showing longer pointed hooks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of pages on CSA buckles from Mullinax text. CONDITION: fine overall, smooth light chocolate brown excavated patina, retains "body curve as made. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27312/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

ALLOWED TO BEAR ARMS AND COTTON REPORTS.The first page of this leather covered note book is inscribed " Thos V. C. Cox's Book, Bought Aug 27th 1867 Price .50,cts ". The second page reads " Lieut F. A. Whitney Post Adjutant Fayetteville, N. C. " and the third page starts " List of Persons desiring to Carry arms ". The list is quite lengthy attesting to the state of lawlessness in areas of the South after the close of hostilities. The balance of the book contains notes on cotton bales as well as bale seal marks. The notebook gives an interesting insight into the Reconstruction Era South. CONDITION: light wear overall with 1 page purposely torn. (02-27597/BF). $250-500.

Cal. 35. S# 2836. 37" overall, 20" hinged oct to round blued bbl. Case colored frame "MANUFACTURED BY / MASS ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS" and on opposite side "MAYNARD ARMS CO / WASHINGTON". Carbine fitted with 3 1/2" long range folding tang sight, hinged tool box has 3 line Maynard patent markings and paper label pasted in mortise along with extra roll of Maynard caps. These early 1st Model saddle ring carbines are often seen in Confederate soldier photographs. CONDITION: very fine overall. Bbl retains 90+% original factory blue. Frame, buttplate and lever retain about 80% muted and bright case colors. Stock is sound retaining most of its original varnish with scattered cosmetic blemishes. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-29870/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,500-6,500.

Cal. 50. S# 20139. Mfg. by Mass Arms of Chicopee Falls, MA starting in 1863. Rnd. to oct. 20" bbl. w/ blade front & 2 leaf rear sight. Case colored action w/ saddle ring on left side. Walnut buttstock w/ 2 cartouches & carbine buttplate. CONDITION: barrel retains over 70% original blue with scattered marks, streaks of brown patina & peppery oxidation. Frame retains visible original case colors with traces of varnish along with brown patina throughout. Original wood finish shows crisp cartouches & marks. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29705/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 50. S# 21384. Mfg. by Mass Arms of Chicopee Falls, MA starting in 1859. Rnd. to oct. 20" bbl. w/ blade front & 2 leaf rear sight. Case colored action w/ saddle ring on left side. Walnut buttstock w/ 2 cartouches & carbine buttplate. CONDITION: over 70% original blue mixed with brown patina. Balance of action is gray patina with faint traces of case colors. Lightly sanded & refinished wood shows numerous dings & worn cartouches. Generally shiny bore with light pitting forward of chamber & strong rifling. Modern replacement nipple. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29716/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

Cal. 50. S# 1781 (on action) 3121 (on barrel). Standard configuration with 21-1/2" half round half octagon barrel with locking spring on top. Early boxlock action without hole for sling ring mount has heavy right hand hammer. Marks on left side include "Mass Arms", "Poultney & Trimble", and "Smith's Patent" info. Action and barrel numbers do not match. Walnut stocks are fitted with early type sling loops on toe and barrel band. There is an early adaptation for mounting sling loop on left side of grip near comb for Calvary use (loop not present). CONDITION: fair to good. Metal cleaned to dark gray with silver highlights and has overall salt and pepper appearance. Stocks refinished over many marks and bumps. Bore is good with light pitting. Barrel is slightly loose. Boxlock action works. (01-30244/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

CARBINE. Cal 52.S# 3330. These carbines were nicknamed the "grapevine" carbines because of the snake like curves of the trigger guard lever & long ungainly hammer. About 8000 carbines were made in 1863-1864. This is a standard 2nd model which had all the improvements of earlier models, a heavy flat supported hammer and a sturdier trigger guard with less curve. Lock maker marked "GWYN & CAMPBELL Cavalry units in Arkansas, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Wisconsin & Tennessee received these carbines. This is a beautiful survivor retaining most of its original finish showing little use. CONDITION: very fine overall, matching, complete & original. Barrel retains 95% factory blue finish. Frame, hammer, & lock retain about 70-80% bright & muted case colors, crisp markings, stock is sound with some open raised grain, crisp inspection cartouche. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-29874/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

Cal 50. S# 2987. Many of the early Smith carbines in this serial range were issued to the 1st Mass cavalry & 2nd West Virginia Cavalry. This carbine saw little use and retains most all of its original bright finish. Standard configuration, 21-5/8" part octagonal to round barrel, Iron mounted, blue and case color finish. Left side of breech is marked "ADDRESS / POULTNEY & TRIMBLE / BALTIMORE U.S.A." & "MANUFACTURED BY / AM'N M'CH'N WKS / SPRINGFIELD MASS". CONDITION: fine to excellent overall, barrel retains 95% plus original bright blue finish, frame retains about 80% muted case colors, some original fire blue is found on frame ferrule & barrel to frame latch. Stocks are fine with crisp inspector cartouche. Mechanically fine with bright shiny rifled bore. (01-29872/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 50 percussion. S# 1980. Bbl. 21 5/8" round with octagon shank. Blade front with graduated folding leaf rear sight. Exposed hammer action has saddle ring & bar on the left side. Barrel tips down for loading by depressing the brass latch in the forward portion of the trigger guard. Band fastened forearm with straight grip Walnut stock having a steel carbine butt plate and sling swivels. Estimated total of 30,000 mfg. 1861-1865. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to a mottled gray -brown. Forearm shows heavy wear with large dents having chips along the bbl. channel. Stock shows wear with dents & marks having chips around the top of the action. Lower tang screw is missing. Action is slightly loose at the breech. Bore shows scattered pitting while retaining good rifling. (01-29928/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 54. S# 16250. Mfg. 1863-1865. Standard configuration w/ 21" bbl. & walnut buttstock. CONDITION: barrel has traces of blue with balance brown patina showing scattered light marks. Action primarily gray/brown patina with traces of blue on breech block & fair amount of blue on lever assembly & lower tang. Lightly sanded & retinished wood has shrink fit at action along with dings & marks. Replacement modern nipple. Shiny bore with sharp rifling & light pitting. Appears mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29762/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 50. S# 22426 (on action), S# 24424 (on breech block). Standard configuration with 21" barrel, wooden forend and saddle ring attached to bar on left side of action. Maker's information on top of action; S#s mismatched. "Burnside Rifle Co." "Providence RI" is stamped on back spring lock. Walnut stocks are complete with steel buttplate and sling loop on toeline. Forend is attached by screw and one spring retained band. CONDITION: fair to good. Carbine is complete. Metal parts with cleaning and overall light pitting. Stocks refinished with sanding marks. No inspector's marks visible. Very good bore lightly pitted; mechanically good. (01-30081/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

RING CARBINE.Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration, 22.5" browned barrel, tall pinched front sight, read adjustable rear sight. Case colored lock marked "A.H. WATERS & Co. / MILBURY, MASS". "Monkey tail" case colored hinged breech lever stamped "PAT'D BY / B.F. JOSLYN. / AUG. 23, 1855". This was the last martial contract by the Waters family who had military contracts from just after formation of the United States. These antebellum carbines were issued to midwestern cavalry units during the Civil War; this is among the best survivors. CONDITION: excellent overall, retains 95% original brown finish on barrel, strong dark case colors on frame, lever has about 50% muted colors, lock & hammer are mostly silver/gray, good smooth brass patina to buttplate & triggerguard. Stock has raised grain with cosmetic stains to surface & small dents and dings. Mechanics are crisp & fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-30272/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,500-12,500.

Cal. 54. S# 31560. The first Starr cartridge carbines were made near the end of the Civil War and only a few thousand were issued. For some reason these are quite scarce as most must have been sold as surplus and ended up elsewhere in the world. Standard configuration of lever operated falling breech. Steel mounted, 21" bbl marked on top "STARR ARMS CO YONKERS NY". Same markings are found on the lock and back of breech marked "STARRS PATENT / SEPT. 14TH 1858". CONDITION: very good. Traces of finish, overall dark mostly smooth patina, good markings, stock refinished, no discernible inspection marks. Mechanics are fine, hammer is missing screw. Good mostly bright rifled bore. (01-30297/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 45. S# 6145. Rifle is carbine length; 37.75" overall, 21.5" round bbl with three line Sharps address rear of adjustable ladder sight, brass furniture, forestock has polished pewter nosecap, blue and case colors. CONDITION: very good as refinished, retaining about 90% reblue and 70% new case colors. Stock is sound, refinished. Forestock numbered "6068". Tool box and stock assembly marked "60". No external number on frame. Mechanics need attention. Breech is loose. Hammer cocks but does not drop with hammer pull, good rifled bore. (01-29823/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 52. S# 69718. Approx. 27,000 of these were mfg from 1858-63. Fit with a 22" bbl with iron block mounted silver blade front sight & Lawrence patent rear sight that is broken. Standard bbl & rec markings. Iron furniture. Walnut stock set. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal surfaces have been lightly cleaned with a darkish mottled patina in the lower portions of the surfaces. Good markings. Stock has been sanded and refinished with no visible cartouches. (01-30055/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2000

. Cal. 56. S# 44333. Approx. 7000 model 1859 Military rifles were produced from 1859-62. The vast majority were supplied to the US government during the US Civil War. 2000 of these arms were supplied to Col. Hiram Berdan who commanded the US Sharpshooters within the serial number range 36.000-57,000. They were supplied in two varieties. The first were fitted with double set trigger and bayonet lug under the bbl. The second were supplied to the US Sharpshooters with single trigger and capable of accepting a socket bayonet. This example is fit with a 30" round bbl with iron block mounted silver blade front sight, Lawrence patent rear sight, marked NEW MODEL 1859, and held in place with 3 bbl bands. Iron furniture. Single trigger. Standard frame with pellet primer system. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal finish has long faded with an even light brown/grey patina remaining. Refinished stock set with added semi gloss varnish and moderate handling marks, dents, & some cracks at the butt. Bore is decent with good rifling, mild frosting and some light pitting. (01-30246/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 56. S#. 3558. Approx 5000 of this model was mfg from 1853-55. Fit with a 21" round bbl with brass blade front sight, squirrel ear rear sight & SHARPS RIFLE/MANUFG CO./HARTFORD. CONN bbl address. It is held in place with a single brass bbl band that attaches to the 9" saddle ring bar. Walnut stock set with brass patchbox and buttplate. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal is void of finish with a lightly cleaned grey patina and strong markings. Stock is hand worn with added varnish and has some wood loss around the forearm bbl channel and frame. Nice bore with strong rifling and some light small patches of pitting. (01-30245/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1800-2700

RING CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S# 73354. This example is fit with a customized 22" replacement bbl with iron block brass blade front sight & Lawrence patent rear sight. Iron furniture. Walnut stock set. CONDITION: Bbl has good custom blue with some handling marks and small spots of oxidation. Other metal components have a dark patina. Stock has been lightly sanded, has small cracks in the forearm, and lower buttplate screw is stripped. (01-29822/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

RING CARBINE. Cal. 50. S# C18535. Fit with a 22" bbl with iron block mounted brass blade front sight & Lawrence patent rear sight. Standard markings on the frame. Iron furniture. Walnut stock. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl retains 20% thin blue arsenal rework finish. Frame retains 15% of the faded case coloring. Stock set has been lightly sanded, however retains very good cartouches. Bright shiny bore. (01-29963/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1750-2500

CARBINE. Cal. 52. S# 69336. Approx 27,000 of these were mfg in this configuration from 1858-63. This example is fit with a 22" round bbl with iron block mounted silver blade front sight & Lawrence patent rear sight. Iron furniture. Standard bbl & rec markings. Missing the top portion of the tape priming system. Walnut stock set with the carved initials PWR carefully carved on the left side with an open tack hole. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have a fairly uniform dark patina. Good markings. Stock was lightly sanded and has an added coat of gloss varnish. (01-30070/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2000

CARBINE. Cal. 52. S# C30583. A total of 60,000 were mfg from 1863-65. Fit with a 22" round bbl with iron blocked silver blade front sight and Lawrence patent rear sight. Standard markings. Iron furniture. Walnut stock set. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The bbl retains approx 30% of the original blue mostly in the protected areas. The rec has been lightly cleaned with some pitting. Good markings. Stock has been sanded and refinished. (01-29791/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

Cal. 52 RF. S# 24716. The Civil War model of the Spencer carbine was produced from 1863-65 with approx 50,000 mfg for the US Gov't.. This example is fit with a 22" round unmarked bbl with iron block mounted silver blade front sight & folding ladder rear sight. Standard frame markings. Walnut stock set with light cartouches, saddle ring bar and sling swivel at butt. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl has been cleaned with an even grey patina and some minor freckles. The frame has a matching patina with a bit more mottling and good markings. The stock set was lightly sanded with some chipping around the bbl band, saddle ring bar, & buttplate. The cartouches are light, but legible with some scattered light handling marks. Bore is very good with light frosting. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29764/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

UNIQUE LONG BARREL AMES MODEL 1842 BOXLOCK PERCUSSION NAVY PISTOL. Cal 52. NSN. This archive was found in a Kittery Point, ME house. Morris R. M. Mackenzie (1848-1915) came from a long line of American Naval & Army officers. He began his service when he graduated from the US Naval academy in 1866. He retired with a rank of Rear Admiral and later served in the US Lighthouse service. His father was Commander Alexander Slidell Mackenzie (1803-1848) who was in service when the pistol was made in 1846. Pistol is standard configuration other than the 12.5" tapered extended rifled barrel with fixed rear and front sights. These pistols were originally 6" smoothbore. Pistol has "N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD / MASS" and "USN /1846" marked lock, breech stamped "USN / 1845 / RC (inspector) / P", 2 crisp inspection cartouches "RC" & "JL" in stock opposite lock, the original brass barrel band has been modified with small blade sight. Morris' older brother Ranald Slidell Mackenzie (1840-1889) graduated 1st in his 1862 West Point class and was wounded 6 times during the Civil War with a final rank of Brigadier General. He stayed in service with a famous career on the Texas frontier in 1870s and 1880s. Archive includes Morris' US Naval Academy illustrated 23x18" certificate signed by Admiral David Dixon Porter; 5 vellum folio illustrated presidential naval appointments, 2 signed by President US Grant, President Grover Cleveland, and 2 signed by President William McKinley. There are also 2 photos of Morris and a 1901 transmittal letter. CONDITION: pistol is very good overall as configured, breech markings worn but all discerned, stock is sound with edge wear and few small chips, mechanics fine, good rifled bore. Documents all folded but fine signatures. (01-29812/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

DOUBLE RIFLE MUSKET. Cal 58. NSN. Standard configuration of a most unusual infantry musket, 41” octagonal breech to round barrel, superposed loads, two full charges stacked atop each other, fired separately using double nipples & double hammers cocked simultaneously, single trigger fired one after the other with second pull, 3 clamping barrel bands, same bright steel hardware as model 1863 Springfield rifle muskets, including blued adjustable rear sight, oiled walnut stock with 2 crisp inspector cartouches, most every steel component has small inspection initial. Breech is marked by contractor “LINDSAY / PATENTED OCT. 9, 1860”. Only 1000 were contracted and you won’t find a better survivor, old brass collection tag # 122. CONDITION: Extremely fine, bright shiny steel throughout, oiled stock has 2 bright cartouches, sharp edges, minor cosmetic scratches & dents, mechanics are fine, bright shiny rifled bore, probably never fired. (01-29871/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

1842 MUSKET & BAYONET. Cal. 69. NSN. Standard configuration of model 1842 musket, 3 spring retained barrel bands, small brass blade front sight on front band, barrel "VP / eaglehead" proof, "1846" on tang. Lock "HARPERS / FERRY / 1845" & "eagle / US". 1845 was first year of Harpers Ferry musket production and only 2225 muskets were made, 12,200 in 1846 and few survive any better than this one. Bayonet has 17.5" blade with US and "MBD" unknown surcharge. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Stone Mountain Relics descriptive inventory, 1990. CONDITION: fine to excellent overall, metal buffed to "National Armory Bright", crisp markings, , stock has sharp edges and some open raised grain, crisp inspection cartouche. Bayonet has same excellent bright matching surface and fits perfectly. Mechanics crisp, fine clear smooth bore. vintage wood tompion protects muzzle face. (01-30221/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE.Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration with 33" round barrel dated "1849" and breech proofed "US / JCB / VP", also stamped "STEEL", brass furniture, lock marked "E. WHITNEY / US" and vertically at tail "N. HAVEN / 1849". Stock has two crisp inspection cartouches "WAT" & "JH" cartouches (William A. Thornton & James Hawkins possibly), "U.S" surcharge on butt plate. This rifle descended in family of Joshua Allen (1838-1929). Joshua along with friends in Walpole Mass enlisted in the 23rd Massachusetts Infantry, Co. K. Joshua served till July 12, 1865. In a letter written home April 10, 1865 from Hampton, VA "The rebellion is now virtually crushed out. The capture of Richmond and Petersburg has placed the so-called Southern Confederacy beyond all hope of success even should Lee escape with the remnant of his army. Yes, the war will be over in a few months at the longest and you will see the soldiers coming home. And how much better it will be to come home knowing the rebellion is put down without any compromise with slavery and traitors…. Slavery that great curse of our country has been forever abolished by the South themselves. I truly believe that God has had a hand in this war and I don't believe that he would ever permit it to end as long as the institution of slavery was kept up…" Joshua would remain in Walpole, raise his family and would be the organist at Walpole Congregational Church again, for 70 years "Dean of Church Organists in New England". He composed hymns and a latter one dedicated to the GAR. He was the last surviving member of EB Piper GAR Post of Walpole. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 good detailed Civil War letters written home to his father with transcriptions, personalized gold embossed leather bound hymnal. Also included are a powder horn and shot measure and wooden cleaning rod used with rifle for hunting after the war. CONDITION: fine overall, complete and original, barrel retains much of its original bright brown finish & lock retains muted case colors, markings all discernible, brass polished with toned light mustard patina. Stock still has areas of raised grain. Mechanically fine with very good crisp rifled bore. (01-30054/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

Cal. 58. Fit with a 40" 1862 dated round bbl with V/P/Eagle, iron block front sight, & 3 leaf rear sight. It is held in place with 3 flat barrel bands. 1862 dated lock with standard Springfield markings. ESA inspection cartouche located in the sideplate area. US marked buttplate. CONDITION: Overall very fine. The metal surfaces are very fine in the white with a light mild freckling that is mostly uniform on this original example. A small patch of old oxidation is present in the bolster area and some mild pitting in the buttplate area. The stock is also very fine with nice sharp cartouches and some mild scattered handling marks. Nice bore with great rifling and some scattered faint pitting. (01-30243/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 69. Approx 100,000 M1842 muskets were produced by Harpers Ferry from 1844-55. Fit with a 42" round bbl with integral bayo lug and V/P/Eagle. It is held in place with 3 bbl flat bbl bands. The front band has an integral brass blade front sight. Lock is marked at the rear HARPERS/FERRY/1846 and Eagle/US at the center. Iron furniture. US marked buttplate. K/50 rack number found on the stock. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal components have turned to an even dark patina. Markings are good. The stock has a small crack at the rear of the lock and a chip along the bbl channel. (01-30060/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

PERCUSSION MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. This was 1st musket made at the National Armory at Harpers Ferry. Standard configuration of model 1842 musket, 3 spring retained barrel band, small brass blade front sight on front band, barrel "VP / eaglehead" proof. Lock marked "HARPERS / FERRY / 1845" & "eagle / US". 1845 was first year of Harpers Ferry musket production and only 2225 muskets were made. CONDITION: good overall, complete & original, metal overall cleaned gray with pitting, some rust, markings discernible including inspection cartouche opposite lock. Mechanics strong, clear dark smooth bore. (01-30090/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 58. Fit with a 40" bbl with iron block front sight held in place with 3 flat bbl bands and marked with V/P/Eagle. Lock is marked 1860 at the rear, U.S./HARPERS FERRY at the front and an eagle on the tape primer cover. All iron furniture. US marked buttplate. Double cartouche found at the sideplate area of the stock. CONDITION: Overall good as found condition. This example remains in an attic as found condition with a dark patina over the metal components. The stock has numerous handling marks with some loss along the ramrod channel and at the bbl tang. The cartouches remain decent. Overall an interesting as found rifle-musket. (01-30080/ZAL) ANTIQUE $700-1100

Cal. 58. There were a total of nearly 60,000 of this model mfg by Springfield & Harpers Ferry from 1857-61. Fit with a 40" round bbl with V/P/Eagle proofs & iron block front sight & large leaf long range musket sight. It is held in place with 3 flat bbl bands retained with bbl band springs. Brass nosecap. The lock is marked 1859 at the rear and U.S./HARPERS FERRY at the front. An eagle is stamped on the tape primer lid. US marked buttplate. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The metal surfaces have been cleaned. The bbl proofs are a little light from the cleaning. Stock has been sanded and no visible markings present with some wood loss along the bbl channel and chipping around the bbl tang. Buttplate has a dark patina with some pitting. (01-30082/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. This is an attractive example of the popular brass mounted Mississippi rifle, lock has eagle over "US" and at tail vertically "HARPERS / FERRY / 1849". CONDITION: very good, appears complete including sling swivels and brass tipped ramrod. The bbl has been cleaned and buffed to a bright gray patina with no discernible proofs, lock markings fine, sound stock, mottled dark mustard brass patina, mechanics are fine, bore has been reamed to .56 caliber smooth bore. (01-30089/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

RIFLE. Cal. 58. Harpers Ferry mfg over 25,000 M1841 from 1846-55. Originally bored to 54 cal. many of these rifles were rebored to 58 cal or rebarreled in the larger caliber with some built for commercial sale. This example is fit with a 33" unmarked round bbl with integral brass front sight and dovetailed iron V notch rear sight. It is held in place with with 2 brass bbl bands retained by barrel band springs. The lock is marked HARPERS/FERRY/1853 at the rear with a Eagle/US at the center. Brass furniture. Unmarked stock with the iconic brass patchbox. The exterior of all components lack any inspection markings. Likely a commercially sold rifle that was available at retailers like Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl is void of finish with a smooth brown/grey patina with fine pitting. The lock and hammer have a smooth dark patina with good crisp markings. The stock is very good with scattered handling marks. Dark bore with good rifling and some scattered pitting. (01-30087/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

MUSKET. Cal. 58. This rifle is fit with a shortened 30" round bbl with iron block mounted front sight. 2 bbl bands, 3 leaf musket sight, & V/P/Eagle proofs. The lock is undated with an eagle at the center and to the right US/SPRINGFIELD. The stock was inspected with oval ESA proof & CSC behind the trigger guard. AMES has been branded into the right side of the butt. Unmarked buttplate. This musket resembles the likes that were altered by Bannerman in the late 1800's. CONDITION: Overall very fine. The metal is in the white with some mild mottling. Nice crisp markings. The stock is very nice with vivid cartouches and some scattered handling marks. An attractive looking musket. (01-30028/ZAL) ANTIQUE $500-800

BY HARPER'S FERRY. Cal. 52. S# NSN. Standard configuration with 32-1/2" barrel and walnut stock held on by three pinned bands. Rifle is of 2nd type having fishtail breech block release. Block is marked "J.H. HALL" "H. FERRY" "US" "1834". CONDITION: good. Appears complete except for missing ramrod. Barrel and action show cleaning to silver gray under a layer of brown grime. Breech block is complete but of a different color; pivot pin shows considerable use. Mechanically good; main spring weak. Bore is good. There are old recoil cracks in stock at rear of action. (01-30242/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

TO PERCUSSION. Cal. 52. S# NSN. Standard configuration for 2nd type with 32-1/2" barrel and pinned on bands. Breech block with fishtail release has been converted to percussion. Markings are very weak with many letters missing last two digits of date "32" are visible. CONDITION: nearly all metal parts show cleaning to silver gray with a fair about of scattered light pitting. Stock is quite good with most of its original finish. Bore is very fine; shiny throughout. Mechanically fine. (01-30134/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

MUSKET. Cal. 58. Standard configuration 1861 contract musket dated 1864 with 40" bbl with partially worn date, iron block front sight, V/P/Eagle proofs, missing rear sight, & held in place with 2 bbl bands (missing forward bbl band). The Muir company mfg 30,000 of these muskets from 1863-64. 1864 date lock with standard lock markings. Stock has been lightly sanded with visible cartouches. Trigger guard is missing it's forward screw. US marked buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: US socket bayonet. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have a mottled light brown patina with small spots of dark old oxidation. Bore has good rifling with dark frosting and light pits. (01-30029/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1,200

RIFLED MUSKET DATE 1864. Cal. 75. These rare rifles were adopted by the British in 1847. The second variation can be identified with the Snider lock rather than the back action lock that was utilized on the 1st pattern. It is fit with a 30" round bbl with long bayonet lug for a saber bayonet numbered on the underside 429, flip up rear sight, & British proofs. The Tower lock is dated 1864. The stock has traces of inspection proofs and fit with a brass double compartment patchbox. Brass furniture. Custom leather sling. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl has been reblued with a dull blue finish with good markings. Stock has been sanded with partially visible markings and many small dings and a crack at the muzzle end. Brass has a nice mellow yellow mustard patina. Bore is dark with sharp 2-groove rifling and some pitting. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29759/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

CARBINE. Cal. 58. NSN. Bbl. 12" round with faceted breech section and rifled bore. Fixed front with 2 leaf rear sight. Lock plate is fitted with the Maynard tape primer feed. Rear of lock is dated 1855, primer door has an eagle & shield motif. Front of lock is marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD". Band fastened walnut stock has brass fitting. Iron backstrap is cut for shoulders tock attachment. Button tipped iron swivel ramrod. Total of 4,021 mfg. 1855-1857. CONDITION: metal and brass fittings are cleaned bright showing weakened markings and spots of pitting. Stock has a dark appearance with dents, cracks and a nail type repair in the wrist area. Pitted bore. (01-29908/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration of martial single shot pistol, 8.5" front blade sight, brass furniture, lock marked "US / H. ASTON & CO" forward of hammer "MIDDtn / CONN / 1851" vertically at tail, walnut stock, captured ramrod. Barrel is inspected "JH" (Joseph Hannis). Small sub inspector initials found on all 4 brass furniture parts. CONDITION: good overall, all original and matching, mechanics fine, clear smooth bore, inspection cartouches, "JH" & "WAT" (Wm. A. Thornton) are weak but discerned. PROVENANCE: Greg Martin Auction, lot 200, 2-3-2003. (01-28088/JS). ANTIQUE. $600-700.

Cal. 44. S# 846. Standard configuration, 7.5" tapered round barrel, inset round blade front sight, solid frame, top strap: "FREEMAN'S PAT. DEC 9, 1862 / HOARD'S ARMORY WATERTOWN NY". Unique spring-loaded cylinder quick release. Loading assembly attached to face of barrel lug, 2-piece walnut grip. This is probably the highest quality army revolver not to have received government contract & only privately sold during war, made 1863-1864. CONDITION: excellent overall, retains about 30% bright blue overall, with balance plum/silver patinas. Grips have light edge wear and small chip. Mechanically crisp w/ bright shiny rifled bore. (01-28057/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

PERCUSSION ARMY REVOLVER.Cal. 44. S# 184. Large frame center hammer 6-shot revolver measuring 14" overall in standard configuration, 7.5" octagonal to round barrel, "ALLEN & WHEELOCK" 2-line address & patent makings on left flat. 536 revolvers were purchased by US government, and this is among the few noted showing inspection cartouches. CONDITION: very good overall, complete, original, & matching. Strong traces of factory blue on barrel & frame with balance smooth gray patina, markings crisp and all discerned. 2-piece walnut grips retain much of their original varnish with 2 letter cartouche stamped on both sides. Mechanically fine, crisp shiny rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29659/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 58 (beneath left grip panel). Bbl. 7 1/2". It is estimated that there were only 700 of these revolvers produced from 1861-62. Fit with a 7.5" part round bbl with standard bbl markings found on the left flat & brass blade front sight. 6-shot round cylinder. Smooth 2-piece walnut grips with old added varnish. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal finish has faded to an even brown/grey patina with fine pinprick freckled pitting. Address is light, but legible. Stocks are good with hand and edge wear, as well as, scattered handling marks. Rifling is distinct with light wear and small patches of pitting. (01-29087/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 557. 7.5"overall; 3.5" 6 barrel cluster, one flute stamped "ALLEN & WHEELOCK", bar hammer: "PATENTED APRIL 16, 1845", double action, varnished walnut grips. Pistol housed in red velvet lined mahogany casing fit with 2-cavity mold, wood & steel loading tool, cap tin, and functional case key. CONDITION: very good overall, matching S#s, complete & original; barrel, frame & engraved nipple shield retain traces of original blue finish; dented grips retain half of their varnish finish. Mechanics are fine, smooth clear bores. Casing is very good. PROVENANCE: ex-Paul Henry collection. (01-28117/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

ARMY REVOLVER FROM HAROLD'S CLUB COLLECTION. Cal. 44. S# 90416. Standard configuration, 8" octagon bbl, three line address, solid steel frame and integral grip strap, brass triggerguard, 2pc walnut grips. This revolver is in beautiful condition retaining most of its original finish and crisp inspection cartouche on grip. Most parts have sub-inspector initials stamped throughout. Revolver retains a small brass tag number "142". Pictured in "Famous Guns from the Harold's Club Collection", 1962. Was sold by Butterfield & Butterfield in the early 1990s. CONDITION: fine to excellent retaining 90%+ original blue, crisp markings, mechanics fine with crisp bright bore. (01-29880/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,500.

Cal. 44. S# 76454. This example has been refit with a period correct 8" octagon bbl numbered to another gun. The small parts are all marked with inspector markings. Standard bbl address with no NEW MODEL designation visible. Smooth 2-piece grips numbered to the frame on the underside. CONDITION: Overall fair. The bbl retains 40% of the bluing. Frame and other metal components are nearly void of finish with mottled patches of old oxidation. Grips have been lightly refinished and have no visible inspection marking. (01-30124/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

CUSTOM CASED SET. Cal. 44. S# 11033. Approx 6000 1861 Old Model Army revolvers were produced by Remington in 1862. This example is fit with an 8" octagon bbl with silver cone front sight & standard patent marking. Small parts are inspector marked and the left grip is stamped with the final inspectors cartouche. It is housed in a period custom velvet lined compartmentalized case with added cylinders and accessories. All three cylinders have an added matching serial number to the gun. Also includes a bullet mold, powder flask, oiler, & cap tins. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal components have an even brown patina. Good markings. The grips have some edge chipping and good cartouche. Case is good with some light wear to the velvet liner. (01-29826/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2500

Cal. 44. S# 10002. Standard configuration, 14' overall, 8" octagonal barrel stamped "PATENTED DEC. 17, 1861 / MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTONS' ILION, NY". CONDITION: very good overall as refinished, complete & original, barrel & cylinder retain 80% blue finish, frame is plum patina, small inspection initials on metal parts, grips worn and shrunk-no discernible cartouche. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Hermann Historica, Munich, lot 1875, 4-20-2005. (01-28097/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

Cal. 36. S# 5401. Oct. 4" bbl. w/ brass cone front sight. Rebated 5 shot cyl. Matching numbers throughout. Walnut grip. CONDITION: barrel & cyl. shows fair amount of original blue fading to brown patina and marks. Frame turned to gray/brown patina. Brass turned mustard patina. Grips show original varnish with numerous marks & deep gouges. Balance of bore is shiny with strong rifling & light pitting near muzzle. (01-30177/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 36. S# 22336. 3rd Series circa. 1861-1864. Oct. 6.5" bbl. w/ German silver blade front sight. 5 Shot cyl. w/ roll engraving & patent dates. Silver finished brass. Walnut grip. CONDITION: barrel has traces of blue with balance brown patina with corrosion spots & pitting. Brass has majority of silver finish with spots of peeling in handling areas. Bore generally bright with strong rifling & light pitting. (01-30178/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

MASS ARMS. Cal. 31. S# 447. Mfg. 1850's. Bbl. 5.5". 6 Shot engraved cyl. Walnut grip. Engraving on frame. Silver plated triggerguard & backstrap. CONDITION: fair fading barrel blue. Receiver & cyl. faded to gray/ brown patina. Brass parts have fading silver finish. Strong rifling with pitting. Gunsmith attention needed, action periodically jams & will not cycle. (01-29077/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

Cal. 28. S# 318. Mfg. 1850's. Bbl. 3.5". 6 Shot engraved cyl. Scroll engraving on receiver w/ sliding plate on receiver to insert Maynard primer tape. Walnut grips. CONDITION: approx. 50% blue on barrel & cyl. with brown patina. Balance of receiver is gray/brown patina. Grips show gouges & dings. Strong rifling with scattered light pitting. (01-29073/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200

REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 1178. A contract for 5,000 were ordered by the US Ordnance Dept. in Nov. 1864. The first 1500 guns were delivered in April 1865. The revolvers were not issued and the majority of the 5,000 guns were purchased by Bannerman in 1901. Fit with a 7.5" oct bbl with silver cone front sight. Standard markings. Small parts are marked with small inspection stamps and the left grip is stamped with the oval cartouche final inspector marking. All matching SN. CONDITION: Overall very good. The metal finish retains 30% of the original blue with the balance having a brownish/grey patina. The markings are crisp. Stocks are very good original condition with strong cartouche, some minor edge wear, a couple of small chips, and a fine check crack on the inside of the right panel that is only visible on the back side and does not run through. Nice bore with strong rifling and a few minor spots of pitting. (01-29086/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 44. S#. 16757. Approx. 23,000 of these revolvers were mfg from 1858-early 1860's. Fit with a 6" round bbl with dovetailed front sight. 6-shot round cylinder with 12 stops. Standard marked frame. Small parts ave inspector proofs. 1-piece walnut grips with inspector cartouche. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The metal components are void of finish with some scattered light pitting. Good markings. Grips are hand worn with handling marks and very faint inspector cartouche. Nice bore with good rifling and a couple flecks of pitting. (01-30051/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 44. S# 9914. Approx 23,000 mfg from 1858-early 1860's. Martially marked example fit with a 6" round bbl with dovetailed front sight. Standard rec markings. 1-piece walnut grips with inspector cartouches. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal retains 60% thinning original blue with a dark patina in the voids. There is an area of the frame at the breech end of the bbl that has been ground smooth and is in the white. Grips are hand worn with some light handling marks and good inspector cartouches. Nice bright bore with good rifling. (01-29084/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2250

Cal. 44. S# 5672H. Appox 23,000 double action army revolvers were produced from 1858-early 1860's. Fit with a 6" round bbl with dovetailed front sight. Standard frame markings. 1-piece walnut grips with inspectors cartouche on both sides. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal surfaces retain 30% of the original blue with a dark patina in the areas void of finish. Grip is good with light hand wear, small corner chip at the trigger guard, series of small dents in the butt, & nice clear final inspection proofs. Bore has good rifling with some pitting present. (01-30162/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1500-2250

REVOLVER. Cal 44. S# 6078. Bbl. 6" round with blade sight. Round 6 shot cylinder has protruding nipples. Walnut one piece grip. Barrel has inspector initials "H" & "W". Both sides of the grip have partially visible cartouches. Approx. 23,000 mfg. late 1850s thru early 1860s. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned gray appearance with scattered light pitting. Grips show wear with dents & marks. Action is not cycling properly having very stiff DA operation. Lightly pitted bore. (01-29913/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-1,000.

Cal. 36. S#. 2512. There were only approx 3,000 of these rare Starr revolvers produced from 1858-60. Standard frame markings. No inspector markings present. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal surfaces are void of finish and turning to an even grey/brown patina. Grips are hand worn with some scattered dents and handling marks. The initials A.L. have been carved into the grips and a series of small dents are present in the butt. Regarded as one of the most difficult Starr revolvers to find. (01-29085/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2000-3000

Cal. 44. S# 29889. approx 63,000 were mfg from 1863-65. 8" round bbl with dovetailed front sight. Standard frame markings. 1-piece walnut grips with inspector cartouches. CONDITION: Overall good. Metal is void of finish with a grey patina. Good markings. Grips are hand worn with light cartouches. Bore has good rifling and some small patches of pitting. (01-29092/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 14485. Approx 33,000 navy models were produced by Whitney from the 1850's-60's/ This example falls within the serial number range of the 3rd type revolvers that feature a change to the loading lever catch. It is fit with a 7.5" octagon bbl with small brass post front sight, loading lever and E. WHITNEY/N. HAVEN address. 6-shot round cylinder with light remnants of the cylinder scene. Brass trigger guard. 2-piece smooth walnut grips. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal finish has faded with a dark patina to the metal surfaces remaining. The markings are legible, but a little light. The stocks have been lightly refinished with added varnish. Bore has good rifling with patches of pitting. (01-29090/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 62. NSN. "RICHMOND, VA" on 9.5" octagonal barrel, "McNaught" on engraved rebated lock with sliding safety, waterproof pan, unbridled frizzen, steel & silver mounted, silver nose cap, saw back stock with silver tip. James McNaught Richmond gunsmith killed Daniel Denoon in a duel March 1, 1826, he was jailed and committed suicide. His shop and contents were confiscated and shop is now a chichi watering hole in the river district of Richmond that is on the "haunted house" tours of Richmond.CONDITION: very good to fine overall, markings very good, dark smooth patina, mechanics fine including sliding safety, clear smooth bore. Mechanics are fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: ex-William Orbelo collection, and pictured in his "Code of Honor-Dueling in America" book. (01-28062/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. Cal. 36. S# 489. Total production is estimated at fewer than 1000. This interesting pistol has 5" half round half octagon barrel marked "W.W. MARSTON" "PATENTED 1850" "NEW-YORK" on top flat. Scroll engraved iron frame with boxlock action has right side mounted percussion hammer. A loading gate is also on right side which slides back to open position using a finger lever that folds next to front grip strap. Plain grips are varnished walnut. CONDITION: good. Traces of original blue remain on barrel otherwise metal parts are pewter gray. Stocks retain most of their varnish. Bore is good with scattered pitting. Mechanically good. (01-29894/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

DERRINGER. Cal. 45. NSN. Mfg. 1850-1860s. Bbl. 2" w/ German silver blade front sight. Stamped "A WURFFLEIN / PHILA". Back action lock. Walnut stock w/ checkering at butt, German silver ornamentation including pineapple finial, engraved triggerguard. CONDITION: metal has gray/brown patina appearance. Worn wood finish with large cracks & worn checkering. Silver shows light tarnish. Dark bore. Hammer unable to hole at full cock. (01-30173/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

PERCUSSION PISTOL. Cal. 32. S# 150. 9.5" overall; 6" octagonal to round barrel, fixed rear notch & brass blade sights, brass trimmed distinctive bulbous maple grips, top strap "H. J. HALE / WARRANTED / CAST STEEL". CONDITION: very good overall, mottled plum patina to barrel, mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Little John Auction, lot 17, 5-26-2009. (01-28101/JS). ANTIQUE. $600-800.

33" overall, wide 27" single narrow fullered blade, silver stirrup hilt, polished wood handle, wonderful engraved early American eagle on only one side of blade. CONDITION: very good overall, hilt has silver gray patina, carved wood grip once had flat silver wire wrap-one fragment still attached secured by pommel, blade uncleaned, dark patina. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (02-27323/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

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1) US M1860 enlisted cavalry saber measuring 42 1/2" overall with a plain 35" blade marked " A.G.M U.S 1863 " and " C. ROBY W.CHELMSFORD MASS ". Standard 2 branch brass hilt with wire wrapped leather grip. Iron scabbard. CONDITION: blade has spotty staining and light pitting towards the tip. Hilt generally shows light wear. Scabbard has a dark patina. 2) US M1860 enlisted cavalry saber measuring 42 1/4" overall with a plain 35" blade marked " U.S 186_ A.G.M " and " C. ROBY W. CHELMSFORD MASS ". Standard 2 branch brass hilt with wire wrapped leather grip. Iron scabbard. CONDITION: blade has spotty staining. Hilt generally shows light to moderate wear with a dark patina. Scabbard has a moderate patina. (02-27554/BF). $750-1000.

CARRIED BY MUSICIAN JOHN W. LEWIS. Private John W. Lewis entered service as drummer in Company "I" 1st Maryland Infantry on August 18, 1862, and served as a drummer for the regiment until his discharge on May 31, 1865. It is interesting to note that he was charged for breaking a drum head and snare in December of 1864 and assessed $1.52 out of his pay. The drum itself measures 16 3/4" in diameter and nearly 13" high. The interior boasts a fine large label featuring a panoply of arms and an American eagle with the name " FRANCIS SAUER " above and the address " MANUFACTURER 184 W. BALTIMORE STREET BALTIMORE, MD. ". There is pencil inscription on top head that reads " This Drum was carry By My Grandfather John W. Lewis During the Civil War 1861-1865 Charles L. Lewis:" The drum has the original heads, snares, ropes, and rope cleats. The side of the drum is painted with a superb rendition of Lady Liberty marching with a sword and shield. The fine original ebony drumsticks and a rare drum sling still accompany this fabulous Confederate drum. It was sold out of the family by the grandson of John Lewis. For many years, it was proudly displayed in the collection of the late well known Maryland Civil War collector Arthur "Gil" Barrett. CONDITION: unexpectedly solid and undamaged given its hard fought history. The top head has 2 small splits at the edge, and the bottom head has a small split and a 1 1/2" x 1/2 hole at the edge. Snares and ropes are solid as are the hoops. The Lady Liberty painting is a bit dark but could be cleaned and restored if desired. The pencil inscription is quite legible. The drumsticks are well used but solid. The belt part of the sling is fully intact but the carrier at the base is partially missing. (02-27455/BF). $7,000-10,000.

SPENCER CARTRIDGE BOX FOR CAVALRY.Dubbed "Quick Loader" by the soldiers, this cartridge box was an invention of Col. of Erastus Blakeslee, commander of the 1st Connecticut Cavalry, a unit who was armed with Spencer carbines in early 1864. He recognized the need to enhance the effectiveness of this weapon while on horseback. The box, which was carried on a strap over the shoulder, contained 10 removable tin tubes, each of which held 7 .56-50 Spencer cartridges. The 7 tubed cartridges could be inserted into the magazine about as quickly as a single round. This provided the cavalryman with awesome firepower of 77 rapid-fire rounds for the additional weight of only 7 pounds. This is one of 32,000 boxes produced in 1864-65 by Emerson Gaylord of Chicopee, Massachusetts under army ordnance contracts. Over 20,000 of these were sold as surplus to the French government at the time of the Franco-Prussian war, most survivors are in poor condition, this fine cartridge box is an original and authentic complete example that would be difficult to upgrade. CONDITION: about as nice as you will find a Civil War leather accoutrement, fine markings, leather retaining most of its original black dyed surface with scuffing on edges, closure tab is broken off, all 10 removable tin tubes, & its original strap are intact. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (02-27317/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

REGULATION SNARE DRUM. The standard regulation CW drum is appreciably larger than this example. Most CW drummer boys were issued standard regulation CW drums, which are notably larger than this example, this is about 3/4 scale of a standard CW drum and is the same quality as the larger standard drums. This is a rare survivor being an exact miniaturized regulation civil war snare drum. The painted eagle is the exact same copy at 3/4 scale. CW drummer boys were young and sometimes very young. It is estimated that over 100 thousand drummer boys that volunteered were under 15 years old. 300 of them were less than 13 years old and 25 were age 10 and under and some as young as 8 or 9 years old. This is extraordinary when we think of the tremendous danger for a young boy to be near the front of the line beating his drum during battle. Obviously many were killed as this was a most dangerous job by these young lads. This example is a very rare example because of its size. SIZE: 14" in diameter and 12" high. CONDITION: Very good with original paint which is above average for most surviving eagle drums. The snares are missing. Both heads are complete and tight. Both hoops are complete and retain much of their original red paint. Some soiling or staining on the bottom head and hoops and there are weathered areas on the body with cracking and raising or grain. Still sound and solid. The vent hole is centered in the eagle shield. Ropes and tightness are all good restorations. (02-23241/JDJ). $2,500-5,500.

This attractive Civil War Union kepi of the 69TH New York Infantry Regiment, The Fighting 69th, is of standard style and form for a regulation Union kepi. The 5 1/2" diameter crown has an internal pasteboard stiffener. The band also has a pasteboard stiffener that measures 1 3/4" in height. The rise at the front seam is 4" and the rise at the back seam is 6". The top of the crown has a red cloth corps badge for the 1st Division of the 2nd Corps which is the correct division and corps for the 69th NY Infantry. The front of the kepi has a gilded false embroidered " 69 " centrally mounted. The heavy black visor is of tarred or painted leather with a machine sewn leather edging along its entire length. The underside of the visor has a very dark green, almost black, finish. The black chinstrap is of painted leather with two slides and small size federal eagle " I " buttons sewn to the body securing it. The interior has a 1 3/4" brown leather sweatband hand sewn to the kepi and seamed at the rear. The lining of the kepi is a deep brown cotton material. CONDITION: the body has a few scattered minor moth nips that do not detract from the overall impression of the kepi. The corps badge likewise has a few moth nips. The side buttons and the "69" have a pleasing patina. The visor and chinstrap are solid and undamaged with expected wear. Sweatband has a slight loss at the rear. Lining has a coulple of short tears at the crown. (02-27453/BF). $2500-4000.

JOHN BURNBAUM. Sizable lot including John Burnbaum's leather covered bible. "Daily Pocket Remembrancer for 1865". This diary has hand written entries starting at January 1ST thru December 28TH 1865. Gutta-Percha 4 3/4" by 3 3/4" folding picture frame. Oval tin-type on left side shows a young soldier in uniform. Other shows him as an elderly gentleman. Leather goods consist of belt with oval brass U. S. buckle, large cartridge box with brass U. S. oval front flap adornments with another front flap, and two other cartridge boxes. Additional items include; a canteen, compass, folding knife & spoon with middle fork section missing. Two brass buckles, one is a U.S. marked oval. The second is circular with a Federal Eagle. Also included is a framed Confederate States $5.00 bill. CONDITION: bible & diary show wear. Bible has some torn page corners. Diary has a partially torn back binding. Leather goods have a dark, age hardened appearance showing some cracking and mildew spots. Circular buckle is cleaned bright. Other items are in good condition. (02-26961/DS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

CLOTH AND LEATHER REMAINS. This fascinating lot consists of cloth remains possibly from a bag, accouterment or uniform together with the remains of leather, 2 gold dollars, a large cent, pistol caps, a white bone button, and a glass lens. This lot was found with the Texas buttons sold in the previous lot. and was excavated near Gains Mill, Virginia. The battle of Gains Mill was also known as the battle of Chickahominy River and took place on 27 June of 1862 in the area around Hanover County, Virginia. This type of Liberty Head gold dollar was issued from 1849 until 1889. These two examples are dated 1851 and 1852 with both being in circulated condition. The large cent is dated 1848 and was in nice condition when it was lost 164 years ago. CONDITION: all items are excavated with an appropriate patina. The leather and cloth are quite degraded as one would expect. Coins still have relativly sharp details. Other items are in relic condition. (02-27599/BF). $1200-1600.

Mostly 3-4", includes flasks labeled Riling 754, 756 (Remington), 759, 760, 767, 761 (Mass Arms Co),775. CONDITION: good overall. (02-26578-2/JS). $800-1,200.

24 powder horns measuring from 6" to 15". Several nicely decorated or scrimshawed. One 13" horn carved in 18th Century style has name "WILLIAM MULLINGS" with fish and a ship and other motifs, another has spring loaded metal tip for charging cannon, several have nicely carved plugs, 2 have attached measures. CONDITION: most are good to very good, a couple with insect damage. (02-26602/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

2.5" diameter, 2.5" high brass stamped "T. H. PEAVEY PAT. JUNE 27, 1854". Designed to hold 12 charges of powder, ball, and patch, has iron rocker lock for unlock rotation of chambers, loaded on patent marked end, loads into any muzzle on other end with adjustable iron flanges to fit diameter of barrel. Unique design and very few known. This has to be one of the rarest loading tools known and patented and made in Maine. CONDITION: very good, functional, "as found" patina. (02-26578-41/JS). $400-600.

1) 7" tall x 3" base, 1.25" bore, octagonal. 2) 6" tall x 3" base, 1" bore, octagonal. Both weigh just over 7lbs each. Thunder mugs date back to the 16th century and were used into the 19th century. These two "ancient" examples probably date 18th to 19th century. CONDITION: heavy iron patina. (02-27714/JS). NON-GUN. $200-400.

BULLET MOLDS. 1) Framed discharged paper for Oliver P. Ingersoll, company G, 5th Regiment, Michigan Cavalry Volunteers. Enrolled 4th August, 1864. Discharged from service June, 1865. Also included is his 1863 pocket diary with hand written entries. 2) Framed "Grand Army of the Republic / The Commander of the Department of New York" commission document appointing J. P. Christgau as "Aide-de-Camp". 3) Civil War era Peace flask with adapter top in very good condition. 4) Colt 2 oz. Federal Eagle flask having a mild tarnish with spots of verdigris. 5) Small bronzed copper priming flask showing small dents. 6).Bottom opening flask with integral cap compartment. Lot of 3 two cavity bullet & ball molds. I each; Army size 44 cal. Nay size 36 cal. Pocket model size 31 cal. Also includes a brass oval U.S. belt buckle. (02-27077 & 02-27083/DS). NON-GUN. $200-400.

MANUALS. 27 volumes of United States laws, regulations, exercise manuals, 1809 to 1854.1) De PEYSTER REPORT. Military Systems of Europe. Albany 1853. 233 pages. CONDITION: cover shows light tattering.2) De PEYSTER, THE ECLAIRUR. Monthly NY State Militia Journal, Volume II. Albany 1854. 210 pages. CONDITION: slight tattering & yellowing of pages. 3) THE SOLDIERS MANUAL, by J. H. Nesmith, Philadelphia, 1824. Reprint with introduction by Anne K. Brown, 1963. 73 pages with protector. CONDITION: very good.4) COLONEL HERRIES'S INSTRUCTION FOR VOLUNTEER CORPS OF CAVALRY. Philadelphia, 1811. Spine is marked "PENN STATE PROPERTY". 338 pages. CONDITION: lightly worn cover with yellowing pages. 5) FIELD EXERCISE AND MANUVRES OF INFANTRY. Scott, 1815. 356 pages. CONDITION: cover & pages show water damage.6) INFANTRY TACTICS, RULES, EXERCISES AND MANOEUVRES, INFANTRY OF THE U. S. ARMY. Scott, 1825. 416 pages. CONDITION: slightly tattered cover. 7) SYSTEM OF CAVALRY, LIGHT INFANTRY & RIFLEMAN TACTICS. By Francis Preston Blair, 1834. Inscription of presentation "Major General Jessop to Baron Roenne", Prussian ambassador. 250 pages with 88 additional plates. CONDITION: front cover is torn loose. 8) ABRIDGEMENT OF THE INFANTRY EXERCISE TO MAJOR GENERAL WINFIELD SCOTT. Potter, Philadelphia, 1817. 156 pages with 9 additional plates. CONDITION: lightly tattered cover with some staining of pages. 9) ABRIDGED INFANTRY EXERCISE OF THE MILITIA. Potter, Philadelphia, 1820. 156 pages with 9 additional plates. CONDITION: front cover is largely torn loose.10) DOCUMENTS FROM THE WAR DEPARTMENT, PART III. President's Message to Congress. November 28, 1826. 513 loose pages. CONDITION: cover is missing, pages show considerable tattering. 11) REGULATINS FOR THE MILITARY ACADEMY. New York 1839. 37 pages. CONDITION: good.12) MILITARY DISCIPLINE OF INFANTRY. Duane, ninth edition, 1814. 109 pages with additional plates. CONDITION: pages show darkened appearance with tattering of edges.13) BATTALION OF INFANTRY, EIGHTEEN MANOEUVRES. M. & W. Ward, New York, 1811. 8 maneuvers with corresponding plates. CONDITION: covers are loose with taping. Pages show considerable tattering.14) INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIELD ARTILLERY HORSE AND FOOT. Compiled by a board of artillery officers, 1845. 166 pages. CONDITION: partially loose binding with staining of pages. 15) COMPLETE MILITARY TUTOR, A SYSTEM OF MODERN TACTICS, INFANTRY. Thomas Town, 1809. 378 pages, with additional plates. CONDITION: front cover is torn loose with partially torn binding. Darkened pages. 16) INFANTRY TACTICS, EXPLANATION. Town, 1825. 91 pages with additional plates. CONDITION: front cover is torn loose, cover & pages show tattering. 17) CONCISE SYSTEM, INSTRUCTIONS AND REGULATIONS, MILITIA AND VOLUNTEERS. Cooper & Macomb, 1855. 3 parts with additional plates. CONDITION: light yellowing & tattering.18) SCOTT'S MILITIA TACTICS, INFANTRY, LIGHT INFANTRY. Hartford, 1821. 284 pages. CONDITION: water damage with tattering & binding tears.19) ABSTRACT OF INFANTRY TACTICS, LIGHT-INFANTRY AND RILEMAN. Boston, 1830. 135 pages. CONDITION: good, lightly yellowed pages. 20) THE MILITIA AND VOLUNTEERS, THE EXERCISES OF MOVEMENTS. Brevet Capt. S. Cooper, 1836. 4 parts with additional plates. CONDITION: faded cover with spotting on pages. 21) MILITARY LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS. Washington, Nov. 1814. 1 3/8" thick, 3 3/4" x 5 1/2" volume with Army, Navy & Marine Corps laws. Washington, Nov. 1814. CONDITION: very good cover, lightly yellowed pages. 22) NEW YORK STATE MANUAL OF ARMS. Albany, 1858. 32 pages. CONDITION: good.23) ANCIENT AND HONORABLE ARTILLERY COMPANY, RULES AND REGULATIONS. Chartered 1638, 1871 printing by Bofton. 3 pages. CONDITION: good.24) THE FIRST TROOP, PHILADELPHIA CITY CAVALRY, BY-LAWS, MUSTER ROLL. From Nov. 17, 1774 to Jan. 1, 1840. 64 pages. CONDITION: cover is stained & tattered.25) MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT, INSTRUCIONS FOR THE NAVAL SERVICE. Senate Library copy, By the Board of Navy Commissioners, "Read and ordered to lie upon the Table." Printed by E. De Krafft, 1815. 202 pages with additional plates. CONDITION: cover is partially torn at the binding, showing staining & tattering.26) AMERICAN ARTILLERIST'S COMPANIAN, VOLUME II. Tousard, 1809. 670 pages. CONDITION: cover shows some wear, lightly yellowed pages.27) TREATISE OF THE SCIENCE OF WAR AND FORTIFICATION, VOLUME II. By John Micheal O'Connor, 1817. 490 pages. Front & rear blank pages have pencil drawn portraits of Military Officers. CONDITON: good, cover shows some tattering. (02-26528/DS). NONGUN. $6,000-8,000

TACTICS, REGULATIONS & STATISTICS.1) FIX'S MANUAL OF STRATEGY. For distribution to the army By Henry Rowan Lemly. Copyright 1886. Hard cover, 187 pages. CONDITION: lightly tattered cover. 2) UNITED STATES ARMY INFANTRY DRILL REGULATIONS. Copyright 1891. 253 pages with 62 pages of interpretations by W. C. & F. P. Church. CONDITION: cover is lightly worn. 3) STATISTICAL POCKET MANUAL OF THE ARMY AND NAVY CENSUS, VOLUME I. Tenth edition, revised and enlarged, dated 1862. Hard cover, 111 pages. CONDITION: good, cover shows slight wear.4) ALLEN'S COMPENDIUM OF HARDEE'S TACTICS. Elementary Instruction for soldiers, Company and Battalions. Compiled by H. H. Allen, 1861. Soft cover 240 pages. CONDITION: good.5) MUSKETRY, WAR DEPARTMENT DOCUMENT NO. 631. Manual for instruction and training of the Armies of the United States. By order of Tasker H. Bliss, Secretary of War. Hard cover, 255 pages. CONDITION: good. 6) ARMY OF THE UNITED STATES REGULATIONS, 1861. Hard cover, 457 pages, with appendix of 18 pages of the Articles of War. CONDITION: good, cover shows light wear, pages show some yellowing.7) VIELE'S HANDBOOK FOR ACTIVE SERVICE. Practical Instructions for Campaign Duties, By Egbert L. Vielle, 1861. Hard cover, 252 pages. CONDITION: good.8) STATEMENT, PURHASE OF ARMS FROM THE SECRTARY OF WAR. 235 page document dated February 20, 1861. CONDITION: cover is missing, papers have tattered edges. 9) SECRETARY OF WAR ANNUAL REPORT, 1859. 15 page soft cover pamphlet detailing Army strength, arms, ordnance & expenditures. CONDITION: cover is slightly tattered. 10) INSTRUCTIONS FOR QUARTERLY RETURNS OF ORDNANCE AND ORDNANCE STORES. General Army regulations, dated 1864. Soft cover, 90 pages. CONDITION: cover is lightly tattered. Pages show spots of staining. 11) ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 1862. By Wm. C. Kibbe, Adjutant General. Hard cover, 163 pages. CONDITION: front cover is torn loose showing wear. Pages show water damage. (02-26530-1/DS). NONGUN. $800-1,200.

PACK HORSE MANUALS. 1) THE LIFE OF WINFIELD SCOTT. By J. T. Headley, 1861. Hard cover, 202 pages. CONDITION: cover shows light wear & fading. 2) VOLUNTEER'S MANUAL, INSTRUCTI0NS FOR THE RECRUIT. By Lieut. Col. D. W. Baxter, 1861. Arranged according to Scott's system of infantry tactics. Soft cover booklet. 61 pages with numerous illustrations. CONDITION: good showing light wear and staining.3) SCOUT-SNIPING HARVEY MILITARY SERIES BY "PERISCOPE". Edited by L.O. Thayer, 1861. Soft cover, 107 page booklet with many illustrations. CONDITION: good. 4) BY-LAWS OF COMPANY F, NEW YORK STATE LIGHT INFANTRY. Adopted Dec. 26, 1833. Blue paper covered 8 page pamphlet. CONDITION: cover shows spotted staining 5) INSTRUCTIONS FOR OFFICERS OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL'S DEPARTMENT. The principals of record books and kindred duties. By Adjutant General L. Thomas, 1862. Soft cover, 48 page manual, with 28 additional forms. CONDITION: fair, cover shows some tattering. 6) QUARTERMASTERS DEPARTMENT PACK TRANSPORTATION. By H. W. Daly, Chief Packer, 1908. Soft cover. 206 pages with many illustrations of packed horses. CONDITION: good, binding has small tears. 7) THE ARMY HORSE MANUAL, ACCIDENT AND DISEASE. Prepared for the students of the Training School of Farriers and Horseshoers. By the Training School Instructors, 1906. Hard bound manual. 116 pages. CONDITION: good.8) MANUAL OF PACK TRANSPORTATION. By H. W. Daly, 1917. Under direction of the U. S. Army Quartermaster-General. Hard cover, 244 pages with horse packing illustrations. CONDITION. Good. (02-26530-2/DS). NONGUN. $800-1,200.

1) MANUAL OF SERVICE FOR TROOPS IN THE FIELD. Works of the best military authors, translated by General Joseph Smolinski, 1869. Hard cover, 116 pages. CONDITION. Cover has tattered corners.2) THE RECRUIT, A COMPILATION OF EXERCISES AND MOVEMENTS. A manual for infantry & light-infantry recruits. By Captain John T. Cairns. Tenth edition, 1858. Hard cover, 172 pages. CONDITION: pages show some staining.3) ADVANCED-GUARD AND OUT-POST SERVICE. A manual for posting & handling detached service troops. By D. H. Mahan, 1853. Hard cover, 168 pages. CONDITION: lightly tattered cover edges.4) REGULATIONS FOR THE EXERCISE OF RIFLEMEN AND LIGHT INFANTRY. General regulations complied by the Militia of Pennsylvania, 1824. Hard cover, 180 pages with 16 additional plates. CONDITION: tattered cover, stained pages. 5) TREATISE OF FIELD FORTIFICATION. Instructions for entrenchment, attack & defense. By D. H. Mahan, 1863. Hard cover, thick book with 14 chapters. CONDITION: page edges show slight tattering. 6) WEAPONS OF WAR AS IMPROVED BY RECENT AMERICAN INVENTORS. By Wallace A. Bartlett, Principal Examiner, U. S. Patent Office, 1883. Hardcover, 98 pages. CONDITION: front cover is loose at the binding. 7) A TREATISE ON ENTRENCHMENTS. By Francis J. Lippett, Brevet Brigadier-General U. S. Volunteers, 1866. Hard cover, 166 pages. CONDITION: cover shows light wear. 8) UNITED STATES NAVY REGULATIONS. Authorized by Gideon Welles, Secretary of the Navy, April 18, 1865. Hard cover, 344 pages. CONDITION: good.9) NOTES ON TORPEDOES, OFFENSIVE AND DEFENSIVE. By Major R. H. Stotherd, R. E., 1872. Hard cover, 318 pages. CONDITION: cover shows slight wear. (02-26531/DS). NONGUN. $800-1,200.

ORDNANCE AND ARTILLERY MANUALS.1) FABRICATION OF IRON FOR DEFENSIVE PURPOSES. Professional papers for the Corps of Engineers, detailing works of coast defense. Vol. 21, 1871. 228 pages. CONDITION: good, showing some cover wear. 2) THE PIERS OF THE ALEXANDRIA CANAL AQUEDUCT 1835-1940. Construction report by William Turnbull, Published in 1873. 49 pages. CONDITION: good. 3) REMOVABLE OF BLOSSOM ROCK FROM SAN FRANCISCO HARBER. Report of rock removal for naval vessel passage near Golden Gate bridge. Copy right 1870 by R. S. Williamson & W. H. Heuer. 40 pages with additional plates. CONDITION: good.4) HINTS ON CAVALRY DEPOT HORSE-SHOEING. Prepared by John Kiernan, Chief Farrier of the Cavalry Depot, Carlisle, PA. Printed in 1871. 10 pages of text with 32 plates showing hoof afflictions. CONDITION: tattered cover with light water staining of pages. 5) ARTILLERY AND ITS PROGRESS. Large 463 page artillery manual, 1893, by E. W. Lloyd and A. G. Hadcock. CONDITION: tattered cover with torn binding. 6) NAVAL ORDNANCE AND GUNNERY TEXT BOOK. By A. P. Cooke, Commander of the U.S. Navy. For the U. S. Naval Academy, 1875. 687 pages. CONDITION: cover is partially torn loose. (02-26532/DS). NONGUN. $600-1,000.

1943. 1) STANDARD AMERICAN TARGET SCORE BOOK. Published by A. C. Gould & Co., Boston, Mass. Copyrighted 1886. Hardbound 6-¼" X 2-3/4" journal. Front & rear pages have ads for Maynard, Sharps Borchardt & Remington Rolling Block target rifles. Used score charts show dates of 1889-1892. CONDITION: cover shows some wear. 2) TRAP-DOOR ERA ARMY ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT TARGET RECORD. First page has pencil name of "Buffalo Soldier" Clayton G. Ford, Company "H", 10th Regiment of Cavalry. Hardbound 4-7/8" X 3-5/8" journal has 7 pages of handwritten scores. CONDITION: cover shows fading & light wear. Pages show some yellowing.3) UNITED STATES CARTRIDGE COMPANY CALIBER .30 KRAG SCORE BOOK. Hardbound 8-3/4" X 5-3/4" journal. Copyrighted May 1, 1908. Includes illustration of cartridges mfg. By U. S. Cartridge Co. CONDITION: cover shows some tearing along the spine with bending of the corners. 4) SOLDIER'S HANDBOOK AND SCORE BOOK FOR THE U. S. MODEL 1903 RIFLE. Special Course "C" guide intended for soldiers of the Regular Army, National Guard and National Army. 6-1/2" X 4-1/2" soft cover manual. Published by order of the Secretary of War, Nov. 13, 1917. CONDITION: good.5) U. S. MARINE CORPS SCORE BOOK AND RIFLEMAN'S INSTRUCTOR FOR THE NEW SPRINGFIELD RIFLE. By Captain William C. Harllee, revised under the 1913 firing Regulation. CONDITION: good. 6) SOLDIER'S HANDBOOK AND SCOREBOOK FOR THE U. S. MODEL 1917 RIFLE. Special Course "C" manual for the Army College of War. Nov.1917 and corrected May 1,1918. 6-1/4" X 4-1/2" soft bound manual includes detailed instructions with photos. CONDITION: very good.7) UNION METALLIC CARTRIDGE CO. SCORE BOOK AND RULES OF RIFLE AND REVOLVER SHOOTING. Softbound 8-1/4" X 5-1/4" includes rules of the National Rifle Assoc. and U. S. Revolver Assoc. Ca. 1918. CONDITION: very good showing an area of fading on the rear cover. 8) REMINGTON ARMS AND UNION METALLIC CARTRIDGE COMPANY SCORE BOOK FOR THE U. S. MODEL 1903 AND MODEL 1898 RIFLES. Soft cover 8-1/4" X 5-1/4" manual. Third Edition, ca. 1920. CONDITION: very good. 9) UNITED STATES CARTRIDGE COMPANY U. S. SCORE BOOK FOR RIFLE SHOOTING. Soft bound 7" X 4-1/4" booklet containing score sheets and pictured ads for UMC cartridges. Ca. 1925. CONDITION: good showing light edge wear.10) W.D., A.G.O. INDIVIDUAL SCORE BOOK FOR THE RIFLE. Soft bound 6-1/2" X 4-1/4" instruction & records manual for the Model 1903 rifle. It's four sections cover; the importance of firing records, rules, plates and score sheets. Form No. 82 dated April 10, 1926. CONDITION: good showing light wear & discoloration. 11) COMBINATI0N SCOREBOOK FOR U. S. RIFLES M1903, M1 AND BROWNING M1918A2. W.D., A.G.O. Form No. 82. Dated 19 June 1943. Soft cover 5-1/4" X 2-7/8" booklet. Contains instructions and score sheets. CONDITION: very good. (02-26534/DS). NONGUN. $800-1,500.

1) NEW MANUAL OF THE BAYONET. Theory of the attack and defense of the sword applied to the bayonet. Prepared for the use of cadets and introduced at the Military Academy. By Lieut. J. C. Kelton, 1861. 108 pages with 38 additional plates. CONDITION: good.2) MANUAL OF BAYONET EXERCISE. For the United States Army by George B. McClellan, 1852. 110 pages with additional plates. CONDITION: good. 3) THE MILITIAMAN'S MANUAL AND SWORD-PLAY WITHOUT A MASTER. Explained and illustrated Rapier and Broad Sword Exercises. By Cpt. M. W. Berriman. 1859. 107 pages. CONDITION: cover shows light wear. Pages show some darkening, 1st blank page has torn upper corner. (02-26529/DS). NONGUN. $400-600.

1) A polychromatic soldiers record in a frame measuring 20" x 16" for Company L of the 14th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Artillery. CONDITION: attractive but with a small taped tear. 2) A polychromatic soldiers record in a frame measuring 23" x 19" for Company K of the 14th Regiment of the New Hampshire Volunteers. CONDITION: attractive with slight water staining at the base. 3) A monochromatic soldiers record in a frame measuring 28 1/2" x 24" for Company C of the 36th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteers. CONDITION: attractive but with a 7" tear (02-26282/BF). $500-700.

FLAGS. 39" x 28" frames, flags both about 36" x 21", artificial aged, "60TH VA, EIGHTH TENNESSEE ARTILLARY". CONDITION: good overall, not removed from frames but as most of these old creations probably products of Shelby Sturgill, Bristol, TN who made these fine decorative flags to order, primarily from Osnaburg cotton fabric. (02-27672/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

1) A reproduction Civil War Confederate staff and field officer's saber measuring 38" overall with a " CSA " etched blade measuring 31" marked " WINDLASS INDIA ". CONDITION: like new. (02-27556/BF). $100-200.

REVOLVER. Cal. 442. S# 13158. Many Adams revolvers were shipped south prior to and during the Civil War and were popular among Confederate Officers. This fine example retaining much of its original finish is inscribed on butt cap "Maj. L.L. Armant / New Orleans La". Colonel Ludger Leopold Armant (1835-1864). Armant, from a prominent Louisiana family entered Confederate service as 1st Lt. in 1861 advancing through the ranks as Captain, Major in May 1862, and Colonel in July 1862. He was killed leading his men during the Battle of Mansfield; April 8, 1864. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small research file. CONDITION: revolver is fine overall retaining about 80% original factory blue. Top strap marked "MANUF'D BY A. FRANCOTTE LICENSED BY ROBERT ADAMS & CO. LONDON". Matching serial numbers found throughout. Housed in English oak casing with green baize lining. Two cavity unmarked Adams mold retains most of its finish. Also in casing are brass and wood loading tool, screwdriver, patch cutter, loose balls, cap tin, and Hawksley bag flask. Inscription is in correct style for the era, but attribution directly to Col. Armant is unknown. (01-30223/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

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Cal. 75. NSN. This is an interesting early India pattern 1793 musket with US surcharge at tail of lock. This is a fairly common style of US surcharge seen on Charleville's and other imports often sold as Revolutionary War. George Moller on page 4 of volume 2 of his monumental "AMERICAN MILITARY SHOULDER ARMS" shows chart that in 1799-1800 9440 British muskets were imported and inventoried at Schuylkill Arsenal, he also notes that 500 British muskets with 39" barrels were issued to the navy from Harpers Ferry in 1805, no doubt this pattern. Moller goes on to state "There are a very few early India pattern with "US" markings in American collections." This musket is likely one of the 9000 imported muskets and was available for use in War of 1812. This musket has had barrel cut to 36" which removed bayonet lug. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Bill Gary letter concerning his lack of knowledge on this musket, originally purchased as Revolutionary War. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found" dark iron patina, hand worn solid stock, complete other than missing ramrod and sling swivels, mechanics fine, good clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Bill Gary collection, Dave Berenson estate collection 2011. (01-29674/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

Cal. 69. This example is fit with a 42" round bbl 1838 dated bbl with P/Eagle/V proofs. It is held in place with 3 bbl bands retained by bbl band springs. The forward band has a brass blade front sight. The mid band has a broken sling swivel. Lock is marked HARPERS/FERRY/1837 at the rear and Eagle/US at the center. The frizzen, pan, frizzen spring assembly is a modern replacement. Iron furniture. The trigger guard has an integral sling swivel. US marked buttplate. Inspector cartouches and markings are present on the stock. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have been cleaned bright with pits present. Metal markings remain intact. The stock is hand worn with good cartouches. There are some scattered handling marks and a crack on the left side opposite of the lockplate that runs through to the lock. (01-30065/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

Cal. 69. Harpers Ferry. alongside Springfield Armory was a primary contractor of the US M1816. The armory produced over 350,000 from 1816-44. It is fit with a 42" round bbl with V/P/Eagle proofs that is held with 3 iron bbl bands that are retained with bbl band springs. The forward band has an integral iron blade front sight. The mid band has a broken swivel for a sling. The lock is marked HARPERS/FERRY/1827 at the rear with an Eagle/US in the center. The small parts of the lock are marked with V proofs. Iron furniture. The trigger guard is fit with the rear sling swivel. Unmarked buttplate. The full length walnut stock has visible cartouches and inspector markings. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal is in as found condition with a dark even patina with some old oxidation. The wood is hand worn and has been lightly sanded with the markings being visible, but lighter than applied. (01-30095/ZAL) ANTIQUE $900-1400

Cal. 69. Harpers Ferry. alongside Springfield Armory was a primary contractor of the US M1816. The armory produced over 350,000 from 1816-44. It is fit with a 42" round bbl with a partially obscure tang date & V/P/Eagle proofs. It is held in place with 3 iron bbl bands retained with bbl band springs. The forward band has an integral brass blade front sight. The mid band has a sling swivel. The lock is marked HARPERS/FERRY/1837 at the rear and Eagle/US in the center. Brass pan. Iron furniture. Trigger guard has an integral rear sling swivel. US marked buttplate. The stock has faint cartouches and inspection markings present. CONDITION: Overall fair-good. The metal has a dark patina with areas of old oxidation. Stock has been sanded lightly with hand wear and some wood loss around the bbl tang area and scattered handling marks. (01-30096/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. This early musket is fit with a 42" round bbl with sunken oval US & Eagle proofs and held in place with 3 bbl bands retained by bbl band springs. The lock is marked HARPERS/FERRY/1816 at the rear and a US shielded eagle at the center. Integral iron pan with flat cock. Frizzen and spring are replacements. Iron furniture. CONDITION: Overall fair. The bbl and lock have a lightly cleaned surface with old pitting. Stock has been lightly sanded with some repairs with a through crack at the wrist and another that extends from the trigger guard to the rear band. The butt plate is heavily pitted from storage. (01-30119/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 58. S#. P1236. Approx 2500 of these rifles were mfg in 1861 from the Phila. PA firm. Fit with a 35" round bbl with integral saber bayonet lug and 3 leaf rear sight. It is held in place with two brass bbl bands. Brass nosecap. Lock is marked Eagle/US just forward of the hammer and P.S. JUSTICE/PHILADA to the right of that. Reverse curve brass trigger guard. Brass patchbox & buttplate. Walnut stock with 17/NIS5 carved near the sideplate & the initials JBF on the left butt. CONDITION: Overall very good. The metal has been lightly cleaned with mild mottling and nice appearance. The stock has some small bits of wood loss on the bbl & ramrod channels, and a small chip at the patchbox with small handling marks. (01-30077/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

Cal. 69. S# P2009. Fit with a 39" bbl with top mounted bayo lug & brass blade front sight. Held in place with 3 brass bands. Brass nosecap. Lock marked P.S. JUSTICE/PHILADA at center. Brass reverse curve trigger guard. Brass buttplate and patchbox. CONDITION: Overall good as found condition. Metal components have an even dark patina with pitting. Stock has scattered handling marks and period style brad nail repaired cracks at the wrist. (01-30079/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

MUSKET. Cal. 69. Frankford Arsenal in Phila. converted M1816 muskets from 1856-59 utilizing Maynard primer locks. 20,000 locks were supplied to the armory by Remington. It is fit with a 42" bbl dated 1857 at the conversion tang. The rear sight was updated to a long range leaf and rifled by the arsenal. The lock is marked REMINGTON/ILLION, NY/185?. The stock retains its original inspection proofs and the added carved initials JF. Iron furniture. CONDITION: Overall good. Metal has a freckled mottling over the white metal. Good markings. Stock shows handling marks, a series of small tight cracks around the lock and sideplate, and a little wood loss around the ram rod channel. (01-30073/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1000-1500

MUSKET. Cal. 69. Fit with a 42" unmarked bbl held with 3 bands retained by barrel band springs. The forward band has an integral brass balde front sight. The mid band is a later replacement with sling swivel. Replacement ramrod. The reconverted lock is marked SPRING/FIELD/1836 at the rear with a US/Eagle at the center. The stock has been carved on by various owners with the right side marked WMR/1883. The left side is is written in pencil 1827/103/YEARS/OLD. US marked buttplate. Iron furniture. CONDITION: Overall fair. The metal surfaces have a dark patina with old pits. The stock has numerous scattered handling marks, as well as, some wood loss in the bbl & ram rod channel and around the lock. A small repair is found just forward of the lock and a crack is found in the sideplate area. There are no visible cartouches. (01-30104/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

Cal. 69. The Whitney 1812 was mfg from 1812-24 with approx 18,000 made during that time. Fit with a 42" unmarked round bbl held with 3 bbl bands retained with bbl band springs. The forward band has an integral brass blade front sight and the mid band holds a sling swivel. The lock is marked with N.HAVEN only at the center and has a brass pan. Iron furniture with the second sling swivel attached to the trigger guard. The stock has a light circular cartouche to the rear of the side plate. CONDITION: Overall good. The metal is in the white with a mottled patina and scattered handling marks. The patina is darker on the lock with nice markings. The stock has been lightly sanded, however the light cartouche is still visible. There is some mild wood loss along the bbl & ramrod channels. There are some chips along the toe line and sideplate platform edge and a small thin crack forward of the lock. (01-30069/ZAL) ANTIQUE $800-1200

AMERICAN MADE BUT NOT MAKER MARKED. Cal. 14 Ga./36 Cal. S# NSN. The 28" unmarked barrel set is fitted with semi-buckhorn elevation adjustable rear and German silver front sights. Three pipes on each side hold hickory ramrods with brass tips and worm tails for both rifle and shotgun. Breech is attractively filed and is engraved with some scrolls. Back spring percussion locks have flat faced hammers (left with long nose to reach bottom shotgun barrel) and are line border engraved and have web pattern at rears and some scrolls on hammers. Locks are not maker marked. A lollipop windage adjustable rear sight is mounted in top tang. Front trigger for rifle barrel is set. Scrolled trigger guard with finger spur is also unmarked. Straight grip buttstock made of stump figured American walnut measures 13-1/2" over heavy case hardened crescent steel buttplate. Widely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip and right side of butt is fitted with nicely engraved patchbox with steel cover and German silver surround. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retaining over 85% original blue. Most original case hardening color remains on locks. Buttplate, hammers and trigger guard have colors faded to grayish brown. Stock retains nearly all of its original finish with some marks. Bores are bright and shiny. There is a stress crack on right side running from base of rear sight to midway along lockplate which does not flex. Mechanically crisp. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27472/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

FULL LENGTH TELESCOPIC SIGHT. Cal. 44. NSN. Octagon 35" barrel, holes for bullet started measuring 1.36" across flats. Brass 39.5" telescopic sight mounted by front dovetail and tang base. Half stock walnut buttstock with pewter nosecap, wedge & escutcheons, finger curled trigger guard, toeplate and crescent buttplate. WEIGHT: approx. 20 lbs. CONDITION: majority of metal parts have good appearing brown finish with scattered peppery oxidation and edge wear. Very good wood varnish with numerous dings and marks. Shiny bore with strong rifling and light frosting near muzzle. Appears mechanically fine. (01-29875/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 45. NSN. Octagon 30" barrel measuring 1.15" across flats. Globe front sight, Lawrence rear sight and raised base for aperture tang sight. Sharps action with scroll engraving; double set triggers. Custom walnut stock set with raised comb, left side cheekpiece and Schuetzen buttplate. WEIGHT: 15 lbs, 10 oz. CONDITION: barrel has even brown patina appearance with scattered spots of corrosion and marks. Action has peeling nickel to worn gray patina. Wood has worn appearance with numerous dings and marks. Shiny bore with strong rifling. (01-29792/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

FOWLER. Cal. 69. NSN. 63" overall, 47" "W. ALLEN" engraved Ketland London proofed octagon to round barrel, curly maple full stock, reused European engraved brass furniture. Attractive reconverted late New England style fowler. Consignor states that William Allen was brother to Silas Allen, Sutton, Mass, circa 1810. CONDITION: very good overall, reconverted back flint configuration, appears complete and matching. Mechanics functional, smooth clear bore. (01-29702/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 65. NSN. 63" overall, 46.5" tapered barrel with London commercial proofs, brass inset sights, engraved brass trigger guard, sideplate and buttplate, early chamfered engraved lock, unsupported engraved serpentine cock, unbridled frizzen, full stock with checkered wrist. CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete and original, smooth iron patina, stock is sound with hand worn patina, brass with light mustard patina, mechanics fine, smooth dirty bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27458/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

MAPLE STOCKED PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 44. NSN. Octagon 40.5" barrel stamped "E. W. M.CRANER" & "DAYTON, O"; Elisha Craner (1824-1902) resided in Willowdell, which is outside of Dayton. Muzzle measures approx. 1.12" across flats and lightly decorated . Blade front sight, open rear dovetail and 20th century adjustable aperture disc on tang. "J.GOLCHER" marked percussion lock. Full length tiger striped maple stock with double set triggers. Brass furniture includes crescent buttplate, finger curled trigger guard, thimble, pipes and nosecap. German silver ornamentation includes pin escutcheons, decorative forearm plate on bottom, toeline plate, tarnished medallion on left side cheek rest, tarnished oval plate on toeline and pierced and segmented patchbox. WEIGHT: 13 lbs, 10 oz. CONDITION: barrel has brown patina appearance with corrosion and deep marks. Front sight blade is bent and base is partially broken. Very good appearing wood finish with spliced wood repair from front edge of lock to rear portion of forearm plate. Stock also shows epoxy repair at rear of lock along with scattered light handling marks. Generally shiny bore with strong rifling and light frosting rear muzzle. Appears mechanically fine. (01-29876/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

CONVERTED TRADE FOWLER WITH NORTH WEST COMPANY TOKEN. Cal. 60. NSN. Right side of buttstock has inlaid Beaver token from the North West Company, an important procurer of beaver pelts in British Canada circa 1780s-1820s. Once major rivals this company eventually merged with the Hudson Bay Company in 1821. Round 38" barrel with fixed sights and British proofs; barrel conversion to percussion. Previously flint Ketland & Co. marked lock. Full length pinned walnut stock with brass buttplate, trigger guard and floral scroll style sideplate. Wrist has brass nameplate appearing to be engraved "NWCo." UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: consignor gathered information on the North West Company. CONDITION: metal has a dark patina appearance with heavy pitting towards nipple. Worn wood appearance with cracks, chips along with dings and marks. Dark oxidized bore. Lock appears mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (01-29242/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

FLINTLOCK PISTOL 1760-63 BY BISSELL. Cal. .555. S# NSN. The Black Watch Regiment arrived in America in 1756 during the French and Indian wars and suffered major casualties during the battle of Carillon (Fort Ticonderoga) in July 1758. As a result of their incredible bravery the regiments designation was changed from "HR" (Highland Regiment) to "RHR" (Royal Highland Regiment) by the King in 1760. Pistols made after this date were engraved "RHR" on the barrel which is the case for this particular pistol. Those issued earlier often had the first "R" added. After the Treaty of Paris (1763) production ended for this style of pistol. Many examples continued in use throughout the American Revolutionary War and continued until 1795 when the Board of Ordinance withdrew the all metal pistols from the Highland Regiments and placed them in storage. During the ensuing years some were reissued during the Napoleonic wars. The vast number were either scrapped or destroyed during the 1841 Tower of London fire. This fine condition original survivor made between 1760-1763 by contractor, Isaac Bissell has 7-5/8" tapered and swamped round barrel with baluster turned raised breech. Top of barrel is engraved "RHR" and is stamped with two Tower view proofs. There are no other regimental markings on the pistol. Classic shaped lock with early Miquelet type protruding sear is fitted with serpentine cock, inset rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen and feather spring with foliate finial. Lock has line borders and is engraved "Bissell" under pan. All metal stock with rams horn butt extends to within 3/4" of muzzle with small filed in lip at tip, open mortice for barrel lug alignment and well sculpted transition to main body. Ramrod with simple button head mounts through one plain pipe. A 5" steel belt hook with long rounded spear finial is on left side. Stock is lightly engraved with rosette on both sides of grip (some pictured examples and all reproductions have a deep either engraved or cast rosette). Pricker has flattened ball type finial and trigger is teardrop shaped. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: various photocopies with information regarding this type of pistol both original and reproduction. CONDITION: very good to fine; original, with all metal surfaces showing long term cleaning and maintenance and currently present an attractive pewter gray overall. There is some softening of engraving noted on barrel and grip. All parts including belt hook, trigger, ramrod, and screws appear original including pricker with long tapered pin and hand-cut threads. The flint and it's red felt mounting pad appear to have been in place for centuries. Bore is smooth, lightly frosted. Lock is fine. A museum worthy example of this very important military pistol. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (01-29241/MGM). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

PISTOLS BY BOND. Cal. .45. S# NSN. These pistols have early percussion boxlock actions however three barrel array and its breeching system is of recent manufacture with 1-7/8" screw off barrels having breeches & barrels stamped "1" "2" "3" on one pistol and with "4" "5" "6" on the other. Barrels are also stamped with crowned "P" proofs. Muzzles are slotted for four pronged spanner. Old boxlock percussion actions are scroll engraved on sides and with "W. BOND" on lefts and his address "59 Lombard St" "London" on rights. European walnut bag grips are uncheckered and have oval German silver crest plates on tops of grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in vintage mahogany case with inlaid brass straps and fancy central medallion, two push button spring releases on front and key lock at center. Interior is lined in green cloth and has reproduction Bond label in lid. Case contains newly made aged reproduction matching nipple wrench, barrel spanner, and turn screw which are semi-French fitted on left side. A scroll embossed powder flask and nutcracker ball mould are on right. Covered central compartment contains some lead balls. CONDITION: fine. With more aging these pistols would be harder to detect as recent. New work shows crisp marks and engraving with bright bores. Actions are mostly grayish brown. Stocks have original finish with marks and dings. Case has old finish and good older look to exterior. Lining made with old cloth shows some staining and rubs; reproduction label is good with dark foxed appearance. Accessories are good. (01-30254/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

PISTOLS BY JOHN MCFARLANE OF EDINBURGH. Cal. 62. S# NSN. When these pistols were made John McFarlane was working at 9 Parliament Square, Edinburgh. He moved to 4 South St. Andrew Street in 1824. These good quality pistols have 9" ovate slightly swamped twist barrels engraved "EDINBURGH" on top flats. Bottoms are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs and muzzle ends are fitted with bridled steel ramrods. Breech irons have some floral and feather engraving. Locks with flat plates having trunkated tails are fitted with serpentine cocks with back sliding safetys, semi-waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens with rollers on feather springs which have bulbous finials. Locks are engraved with stand of arms at rear and some feather bursts at center above "McFARLANE". Trigger plates have stylized pineapple finials. Trigger guards are engraved with scroll and shield. Relatively plain European walnut stocks extend to within 1" of muzzles with horn tips and have square checkered bag grips. Vacant rectangular silver crest plates are at tops of grips. Stocks attach to barrels with captive side bolts through rectangular silver escutcheons. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in beech wood cutlery case with central brass circle on top; lined in green cloth. A reproduction Thomas Jackson label is in lid. Bottom of case is well configured for these pistols and has compartments for some old accessories including ebony and brass loading rod and turn screw. Other compartments hold nutcracker ball mould and wad cutter. Central compartment holds small plain brass powder flask. Two covered compartments with brass knobs are empty. CONDITION: good to very good with some refinishing. Barrels retaining most of a recent re-brown that presents a slightly orange appearance. Other metal parts show cleaning to brownish gray with engraving clear. Stocks retain most of their original oil finish with a vast number of marks, dings and scratches mostly on left sides from contact with earlier case and accessories. Checkering is moderately worn. Bores are relatively shiny with minor pits and frosting. Locks and frizzens are quite good. Safetys do not work. Case retains most of what is probably its original finish with some marks and dings. Older recycled interior cloth is good with compressions. Accessories are good. (01-30255/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

BARREL TURN OVER POCKET PISTOLS WITH FOLDING TRIGGERS BY JOSEPH LANG WITH CASE HAVING EDWARD LONDON LABEL & ACCESSORIES. Cal. 45. S# NSN. These interesting pistols have 1-1/2" case hardened screw off barrels which mount in rotating breech section with British proofs engraved "PATENT" and "LONDON" on sides. Case hardened boxlock actions with center hung percussion hammers, tang safetys, and blued folding triggers are nicely engraved with large open scroll. Area within scroll on left side is engraved "LANG" "7. HAY MARKET". Best quality checkered walnut bag grips have inlet steel caps and vacant silver ovals at tops. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original mahogany case with dual hook latch and central brass medallion. Interior is lined in green cloth and an interesting "Edward London" "Gunmaker" label is in lid (The celebrated Joseph Lang provided many guns to the London trade.) Bottom compartment is nicely fitted for pistols and a near complete array of fine quality accessories including: steel "WD" (William Davis) marked ball mould size No. 58, a plain copper bodied powder flask by Hawksley, a turned rosewood cap box, and the original steel spanner for barrels combined with nipple wrench. There are two covered compartments with bone knobs both marked "No. 878" on bottoms of covers (no S# found on pistols); one contains balls, the other nipples. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Metal retaining over 85% original case hardening color. Most bright blue remains on triggers and tensioning springs. Grips retain nearly all of their original finish; checkering very lightly worn. Bores are good; mechanically fine. Barrels on one pistol are installed very tightly and can not be easily removed. Case is also very fine with some spotting and soiling on it's exterior. Interior cloth is very good to fine with some scattered areas of fading. Label is very good; foxed. Accessories are very fine. (01-29774/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

WITH SPRING LOADED BAYONET BY W. CASHMORE. Cal. 45. S# NSN. The 4" octagon barrel set appears to be milled from one block of steel and is engraved "W. Cashmore. Maker" (working 1847-1900) on integral top rib. Bottom rib is soldered on and holds bridled steel ramrod. Top of barrel is fitted with 4" folding triangular bayonet that is held in folded position by sliding catch on tang of boxlock action and locks into extended position with spring latch at muzzle. Boxlock action is fitted with two side mounted serpentine percussion hammers. Action and hammers are engraved with some well cut scroll. Steel trigger guard has scroll on bow. Walnut squared grip is near fully checkered and has steel grip cap with trap. A vacant silver rectangle is at top of grip. A brass collection inventory tag No. "282" is attached to trigger guard. CONDITION: good. All metal parts show overall cleaning to silvery gray. Grip retains a good amount of original varnish where present. Checkering is moderately worn. Bores are shiny with some scratches. Mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: consignor states From Harolds Club Collection. (01-29885/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,600-2,200.

Cal. 34. S# NSN. The two 3-3/4" rotating barrels have Birmingham proofs on sides. Boxlock action with center hung percussion hammer is scroll engraved. Checkered walnut bag grip has rectangular German silver crestplate at top. CONDITION: good. Metal showing cleaning to overall silver gray. Engraving remains clear. Grip exhibits old finish. Checkering moderately worn. Bores are good; although dirty, appear smooth. Mechanically good. (01-29777/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 45. S# NSN. This small (8" overall) well made pistol is by Thomas Mortimer of the famous London gunmaking family. It has 4" twist ovate barrel engraved "Gunmaker to his MAJESTY" (used 1817-19) on top flat. Front of barrel is fitted with swivel mounted steel ramrod. Patent breech engraved with stand of arms has platinum line at rear and platinum touch hole. Breech iron with more arms engraved has integral rear sight. Very small lock with chamfered plate and rebated tail is fitted with serpentine cock having back sliding safety, semi-waterproof integral pan, bridled roller frizzen with roller on feather spring which has bulbous finial. Lock is engraved with feather borders and some arms on tail. "T. Mortimer" is at center. Trigger guard, engraved with arms on bow, has pineapple finial. European walnut stock with horn tip extends to within 3/4" of muzzle and has checkered bag grip. A crest plate engraved with family arms depicting a rooster perched on a bugle is at top of grip (Lever family ?). Stock attaches to barrel with captive side bolt through oval silver escutcheons. CONDITION: very good to fine retaining old finish possibly renewed during time of use. It is presently retaining most of its barrel brown that shows some softening of engraving and some subsequent splotches of cleaned rust. It appears that there is some case hardening on lock under accumulated grime. Stock with old oil finish has many subsequent marks. Checkering is somewhat worn. Bore is smooth; lightly frosted. Lock is good; safety functions but is stiff. (01-29887/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

FLINTLOCK PISTOLS. Cal. 45. (both). S# NSN (both). These pistols have 2-1/2" brass cannon turned screw off barrels. Boxlock frames are also brass and have center hung reinforced cocks, and frizzens having external springs. Bottoms of frames are stamped with London black powder proofs. Left sides of frames are engraved "B" "Parker" (Benjamin Parker working in Bury, St Edmunds, Suffolk 1783-1855). Walnut flat sided bag grips are uncheckered. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in mahogany case with dual pivoting hook closure and central brass medallion. Case is lined in faded green velvet. Bottom compartment is fitted for these pistols along with a steel ball mould with boss on handle to remove screw barrels for some other pistols and a steel loading rod. Also included is a Guarantee dated Dec. 12, 39 by a retailer in Lewes for a pair of 1723 Queen Anne flintlock pistol in a case with tools which appears to be for this particular pair. CONDITION: fair. Brass parts show old cleaning and are now pleasantly toned. Iron and steel parts are rusted and cleaned with heavy remaining pitting. Stocks show cracks and repairs. A piece of the action of one pistol has broken away. Pistols will not cock and need mechanical attention. Case is good. Interior cloth is discolored and has rubs and marks. Accessories are fair to good. Guarantee has chipped edge and is foxed. (01-29789/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 76. S# NSN. The 9" musket caliber tapered round barrel is stamped with Tower view proofs and regimental markings that appear to be "BH 23 rd D No 1" (Birmingham Hussars 23rd Regiment Light Dragoons No. 1 (?) This unit saw service at Talavera & Waterloo.) Good quality lock with chamfered plate having rebated tail is fitted with serpentine cock, rounded pan, bridled roller frizzen with roller on feather spring that has teardrop finial. Lockplate is engraved "UNDERHILL" "& DUTTON" (maker not found in "Heer"). Military style stock with checkered bag grip extends almost to muzzle and attaches to barrel with two side bolts. Brass mounts include 1796 style flush sideplate, simple trigger guard and heavy tapered double beaded ramrod pipe. Hickory ramrod has brass tip. CONDITION: very good to fine. Barrel shows old cleaning to overall frosted gray brown; lock light cleaning to gray. Stock with most of its original finish has many marks and bumps. Bore is fairly smooth; dark. Lock quite good. (01-29884/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

PISTOLS BY WILKINSON. Cal. 45. S# NSN. These pistols appear to be nickel plated, but are possibly just bright polished, they have 2-1/2" octagon barrels stamped with London proof on left flats. Top right flats are engraved "Wilkinson, London". Rounded boxlock actions with center hung hammers, folding triggers, and sliding safteys on top tangs are engraved with well cut shaded scroll. Squared walnut grips are near fully checkered and have steel caps with traps. Vacant rectangular silver crestplates are at tops. CONDITION: very fine. Metal retaining nearly all of it's present finish with engraving slightly softened. Grips are fine with a few compressions and rubs on exceptionally closely spaced checkering. Bores are bright; mechanically good. (01-29832/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

TOW OF LONDON CA 1760. Cal. approx. 1", 1-9/16" at muzzle. S# NSN. The 16" brass barrel has octagonal breech section which transitions to 16 sided then through wedding band to round and has flared muzzle. Breech area is stamped with London black powder proofs and barrel maker's mark "IT". "London" is engraved on top flat. Barrel does not have a false breech and breech plug and tang are steel. Early style lock with slightly arched and rounded plate is fitted with tall round bodied serpentine cock, integral pan, bridled friction frizzen and feather spring with dog nose finial. Central portion of plate is engraved "Tow" (John working before 1770 at 10 New Bond Street). Blonde walnut stock with handrail comb and beavertail behind barrel tang extends to muzzle and is brass mounted. Mounts resemble British issue type with cathedral top tang to buttplate "S" shaped sideplate and husk type finial to trigger guard. A rectangular crest plate is at top of grip. Hickory ramrod with flat brass tip mounts through single beaded pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Brass parts slightly toned to bright mustard. Lockplate is freckled silver to dark brown. Cock although of a different and darker color appears to be original as it fits lockplate and tumbler perfectly. Stock shows old oil refinish over scattered plugged worm holes on butt and old crack at top and rear behind lockplate. Bore is good. Lock is also good. (01-30260/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

CARVED FRENCH PERCUSSION TARGET PISTOLS.Cal. 44. NSN. Beautiful pair of Liege engraved pistols fitted in Abbeville France casing. The ebony brass bound casing is finely fitted with pierced brass decoration and royal coat of arms on lid, French fitted, gold embossed red velvet lining, full complement of accoutrements including remarkable fine engraved steel ball mold and powder measure. Pistols have 9" patent breech multi-sided Liege proofed swamped barrels, rebated locks with serpentine cocks all engraved en suite, small silver blade front sights, fixed notch rear sights, fine engraved steel mounts, single set triggers, mounted on fine burl stocks, finely fluted carved grips. CONDITION: pistols are fine retaining much of their original blue finish on barrels, crisp fine engraving, stocks retain most of their original varnish, mechanics fine including set triggers, crisp multi-groove rifled bores. Casing internally is good with scuffing and damage to edges where guns fit. Guns fit well, with about .75" gap at muzzles, possibly housed different pair of pistols, accoutrements are matching condition, Sykes bag flask missing spout, functioning original key. Exterior of case has some chipped and repaired veneer, coat of arms & keyhole escutcheon are lifted. (01-30030/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

RIFLE WITH TRULY SUPERB PIERCED LOCKPLATE AND FILE DECORATED INTERNALS. Cal. 30. S# NSN. The 37" swamped octagon barrel rifled with 6 grooves is fitted with "V" notch rear sight with pierced and flower decorated tang. There are remnants of floral engraving at muzzle and behind rear sight along with partial maker's name "GK" (?). The floral engraving at breech end has been re-cut. Spectacular lock with piercings on plate (allowing wheel to be viewed), dog spring cover and dog lever; is also completely engraved with semi-relief shaded scrolling poppy flowers and buds. Lock internals reveal crank shaft and chain for wheel; spring loaded pan cover with release button outside of lock and file decoration on springs and bridles. Consignor states this is the work of Michael Gull of Austria working mid 1600's. No name or maker's stamps are found. Trigger plate engraved with matching blossoms is fitted with set trigger. Steel trigger guard with three finger grooves and foliate finial is engraved en-suite on bow. European walnut stock extends to muzzle with horn tip and is pinned to barrel. Stock has raised relief carvings of scrolls with incised tendrils at top of grip and at transition to butt which also flank right hand cheekpiece. Stock features steel buttplate, fancy shaped sideplate and patchbox on right side of butt with sliding wooden cover having horn tip. Patchbox contains some pieces of pyrite and a business card for "Rudy W. Marek" (worked for Colt) "Gun Engraving Artist" with notation on back "Michael Gull of Vienna Austria made lock 1630." Old ramrod with brass tip mounts through two beaded steel pipes and matching thimble. Inside of lock mortice is stamped with three crosses. CONDITION: very good as partially restored. Barrel cleaned to silver gray with scattered overall light pitting remaining engraving barely visable. Lock also shows cleaning to silver gray. Engraving remains clear. Stock a possible 18th century replacement retains most old finish and is remarkably sound. Bore is good. Lock appears operable; not tested. Old piece of pyrite still in place. Triggers will set. (01-29878/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,500-7,500.

BUCK & BALL RIFLE BY JOHANN ADAM KUCHENREUTER. Cal. 54. The heavy buck & ball steel bbls are rifled with 6-grooves on the left tube & 8-grooves on the right & has a 3/8" flat smooth rib with " I. ADAM KUCHENREUTER IN REGENSBURG" address behind the dovetailed tiny U notch rear sight. The front sight is an all silver dovetailed small blade. The barrels are attached to the patent breech with small platinum blow out holes that is encircled with an engraved vortex scroll. The rib of the breech is embellished with chipped V pattern borders and central alternating concentric punch dots. The brass tipped ramrod is held with 2 ferrules; the forward with a sling swivel & the rear with a single key lug. The tang, lock, & hammer are all decorated with a foliate German large scroll. The lock is fitted with a pivoting hammer blocking half cock safety. It is stocked with a figured European walnut with pronounced raised cheek rest, finely checked wrist, carved walnut finger spur trigger guard with engraved pointed iron finial tangs. CONDTION: Overall very good. The steel bbl's have a brown/grey patina with some loss to the silvering of the address. The figured stock has been lightly refinished with a well executed epoxy wood repair to the butt with a bit of runoff epoxy in the patchbox, a repaired crack at the wrist, and another on the trigger guard. These repairs are pretty well executed, but visible. Decent bore with deep rifling and some light pitting. (01-26716/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1,500-2,500.

BARTELS OF WEISBADEN. Cal. 9mm. S# 995. This well made pistol has 10-1/4" tapered octagon fluted barrel with gold lines at breech end muzzle. Maker's name is on top left flat and address is on top right. Bottom of barrel is stamped with crowned "BUG" proofs (post 1900) and S# 995. Round bodied side lever action with peninsula back spring lock having short serpentine rebounding hammer also features single set trigger. Action has beautifully filed fence and is engraved with exceptionally well cut shaded acanthus scroll. The number "2" is gold inlaid on top of action. Trigger guard engraved to match has finger spur. Dense European walnut stock has fluted grip with heavy steel cap and relief carving of grapevines and grapes at top of grip. Matching small forend attaches to barrel with sidebolt through oval steel escutcheons. CONDITION: fair to good. The victim of poor storage and neglect; with considerable pitting and rusting on barrel almost obsuring maker's name. There are patches of cleaned rust on action and trigger guard. Stocks show considerable use with many nicks and dings in their original finish. Bore is good; shiny with some scattered pits. Action is tight; lock is good. Trigger will not set. Trigger plate screw is a replacement. (26-4464/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

BAYONET & DETACHABLE SHOULDER STOCK. Cal. 54. S# NSN. This pistol has 18" octagon to round barrel fitted with folding 12" bayonet that wraps under barrel and is held by sliding latch at rear and has spring locking block at muzzle. An aperture rear sight is on barrel tang which has some gold decoration. Lock with rounded plate is converted from flint and has panel sided hammer with back sliding safety. European walnut stock with carved bird's head grip also has relief carvings of scrolls and acanthus behind barrel tang. Steel furniture consists of chamfered side plate and trigger guard with very nicely relief engraved husk finial. A walnut detachable buttstock with volute carvings at juncture of velvet lined mounting cup is also fitted with leather cheek pad. It attaches to pistol with hook at bottom of grip and open eye screw at top. CONDITION: good. All iron is dark brown patina except lock which show some cleaning to silver. Stock is fair to good with old steel strap repair at grip; crest plate missing. Buttstock is also good with most of its original finish. Leather of cheek pad complete. Multi-groove rifled bore is good. Lock is good. (01-29790/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

BY A. JANSEN OF BRUSSELS. Cal. 50 multi groove rifling. NSN. Adolfe Jansen was working between 1843-47 and had 4 patents for pistols, targets and bullets. These finely crafted pistols have 10-3/8" octagon barrels of etched best Damascus. Top three flats are engraved "JANSEN ARQEBUSRER" "A BRUXELLES" "BREVETE DU ROI" on silver rectangles surrounded by gold inlaid line, dot and scroll borders. Gold bands are also at breech ends and guns are numbered "1" and "2" inlaid in gold on breech plugs and breech irons. These parts are also engraved with high quality open scroll. Breech irons are fitted with integral V-notch rear sights. Front sights are steel beads on turned transverse bars. Percussion island locks with deeply rebated tails & paneled serpentine hammers are engraved with more open scroll. Maker's name and address are on silver device surrounded by more gold wire inlay in front of hammers. Stocks of ebony have long fluted grips with steel caps. Stocks are also fitted with set triggers in simple trigger plates and trigger guards with finger spurs. Stocks are embellished with inlet silver wire in scrolling patterns as well as relief carved scrolling acanthus panels at tips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original Brazilian rosewood veneered case with brass corners and crestplate on top engraved "AT". Case is lined in purple velvet. Pistols and mostly original array of accessories are in French fitted bottom compartment. Accessories include steel ball mold with sprue cutter on tip, fancy embossed copper bodied powder flask depicting scrolling leaves and goats, steel bullet pouring ladle and its ebony handle, ebony loading mallet, steel wad punch, ebony cleaning rod with white bone tip, ebony loading rod with brass head, steel adj. powder measure, brass and pewter oil bottle and ebony handled nipple wrench. A covered compartment with white bone handle contains key. 6 pages from an auction catalog describing a double pin fire shotgun with gold inlay made by this same maker for King Leopold II for presentation to Sir Charles George Young. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retain essentially all of their attractive gray etched Damascus finish with a few minor spots. Breech plugs, locks and grip caps retain nearly all of their French gray finish. Trigger guards show some light cleaning on finials and staining on grips. Stocks are also excellent with few noted marks in their smooth light oil finish. Raised carving remains crisp. Silver wire inlay shows some minor losses and lifting wires. Bores are bright and shiny with sharp rifling throughout. Mechanically fine. Exterior of case retains about 90% of its original French polish with later overall cleaning and smoothing over some scattered light marks and a few deeper. There are a few minor shrinkage cracks noted on top. Brass is nicely toned. Interior cloth is very good to fine with rubs, compressions and light soiling. It appears that a label has been removed from lid. Bottom compartment is also very fine with some browning of velvet. Accessories are good with some darkening of finish on steel. Nipple wrench appears to be a newer replacement of lesser quality. (01-30052). ANTIQUE. $9,500-14,500.

WITH SPRING LOADED BAYONET. Cal. 50. S# NSN. Appears to have been converted from flint to percussion. The 4" bronze octagon barrel with cannon turned muzzle is integral with boxlock frame holding percussion hammer. There is foliate engraving on either side of frame and a Belgian proof is on left side. Pistol is fitted with sliding safety that engages at full cock and at one time locked frizzen into position. A spring loaded steel bayonet with 2-1/2" blade hinges at muzzle and is held in position by sliding trigger guard. Checkered walnut grip has foliate carved side panels. CONDITION: good. Bronze with old toning. Iron parts are gray to mostly brown. Grip is good with light wear. Mechanically good except safety will not engage without pulling hammer further back. (01-29778/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

POCKET PISTOLS MADE IN BELGIUM. Cal. 45. S# NSN. This showy pair of pistols have 2" octagon barrels with turned cannon muzzles that are made integral with frame. Belgian proofs are on left sides. Decorative medallions are engraved on each side. Boxlock flint locks have centrally hung reinforced cocks, frizzens with external springs, and sliding safetys that lock both cock and frizzen. Trigger guards are steel. European walnut stocks with flared grips, brass grip caps, and skip line checkering have foliate carved side panels. CONDITION: very good to fine. Bronze with lightly cleaned appearance is an appealing light mustard color. Steel parts show oxidation to gray brown with some light pitting. Stocks retain most of their original varnish finish with nicks, dings and minor losses. Pistols are mechanically good, although frizzen springs are weak. (01-30210/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

SCREW BARREL POCKET PISTOLS WITH IVORY GRIPS. Cal. 45. S# 294 (both). This attractive pair of pistols has no proofs or markings to determine origin, however they appear to be Belgian. They have 1-3/4" damascus screw barrels. Boxlock actions with center hung percussion hammers and folding triggers that emerge when cocked are engraved with open scroll. S# is on the bottom of each action near barrel. Pistols are fitted with nicely carved ivory bag grips with well formed side panels. CONDITION: very good to fine retaining most of original finish on barrels. Actions appear to be silver plated but very dark. Grips are good with some old dark checks. Bores are good; mechanically good. (01-30185/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

PISTOLS WITH FOLDING TRIGGERS AND IVORY GRIPS. Cal. 45. S# NSN. The 4-1/2" multi-fluted damascus barrels do not appear to screw off. Polished steel boxlock actions with flush folding triggers and offset percussion hammers are scroll engraved. Belgian proofs are on left sides. Ivory bag grips have well carved side panels. CONDITION: good. Metal shows cleaning to silver gray with some areas of very deep rusting on actions. Grips have many old cracks with some ivory missing around top tang of one pistol. Bores are dark. Mechanically good. (01-30186/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

FOLDING TRIGGER POCKET PISTOLS RETAILED BY FRIEDRICH JAGER. Cal. 45. S# NSN. These well made pistols have 2" damascus screw off barrels. Silver plated boxlock percussion actions are very nicely scroll engraved on sides and have triggers that extend into position when cocked. Left sides of frames are stamped with Belgian proofs. Fluted ebony stocks have gold plated steel caps and have foliate carving on side panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original mahogany case lined in green velvet. Retailers label "Friedrich Jager of Biebrich" is in lid. Bottom compartment is French fitted for pistols and original accessories including: steel ball mould with boss on one handle to remove barrels, ebony and bone powder and ball bottle, an ebony wad container, and turn screw with ebony handle having another recess maybe for caps at top. A covered compartment holds some lead balls. CONDITION: good to very fine with evidence of poor storage. Pistols might profit from a judisious cleaning as they retain most of their original finish under a layer of grime. One pistol will not cock and is missing its nipple and is stuck at half cock; trigger jammed. Case is good with original finish on exterior. Velvet is considerably discolored; label partially missing. Accessories good. (01-29782/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

SCREW BARREL BOXLOCK FOLDING TRIGGER MUFF PISTOLS WITH IVORY GRIPS. Cal. 31 (both). S# 110 & 111. These dainty pistols have 1-1/4" etched damascus barrels. Bright polished steel boxlock actions with offset percussion hammers are near fully engraved with scroll. S#s are on bottoms and Belgian proofs are on left sides. Flush folding triggers rotate into place when pistols are cocked. Uncheckered ivory bag grips are nicely formed with raised side panels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original black leather covered box lined in what was once reddish cloth (faded to orange). Guns and accessories are French fitted to bottom compartment. Good quality accessories include; original steel bullet mould with combination sprue cutter, nipple wrench and barrel spanner, a well turned ivory bottle for powder and an ivory cap container. A covered compartment holds some balls and the key. CONDITION: very fine retaining nearly all bright factory finish on actions and etched barrels. Ivory is good except cracked at top of each grip. Bores are dark; mechanically good. Case is good with some chips and rubs on exterior. Interior cloth is good except faded. Accessories are very fine. (01-29834/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 50. S# NSN. The 7" tapered barrel set is unmarked. Barrel tang has line engraving. Early style flint locks with slightly arched and rounded plates are fitted with serpentine cocks, inset rounded pans, unbridled friction frizzens and feather springs with teardrop finials. Locks are also unmarked. European walnut stock extends to muzzle with missing horn tip and is pinned to barrels. Incised lines are around locks and relief carved acanthus is behind barrel tang. Stock has uncheckered fishtail grip with brass cap. Other mounts are brass including scroll engraved trigger guard, pipe and thimble for simple mahogany ramrod. CONDITION: good. Iron parts cleaned to mostly dark gray with silver highlights. Stock retains old oil finish with many bumps and dings. There is loss of wood below left lockplate. Bores are fair; heavily frosted. Locks are good; left cock a replacement. (01-29770/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

WITHOUT THIS"!!! Cal. 38. S# NSN. This interesting kit appears to be a semi-production item with attractive case that looks like a book and has deeply scroll embossed leather covers, front with painted and embossed scene of man in his library holding a sword in his right hand and and reading a book being held by his left. Interior is lined in purple velvet. Inside lid has printed label for "Vampire Killing Kit" with instructions. Four wooden blocks are positioned to hold walnut cross in lid, cross has bone top scales. Bottom compartment holds boxlock percussion single shot pistol with folding trigger and safety engraved "CLARK" "LONDON" on sides. Also included is a small knife with 4-1/2" blade and bone grip barrel wrench for pistol, and various wood and copper containers with labels such as: Silver Balls, Gun Powder, Quartan Ague, White Lead Verdigrease, and Vamperism. Smaller copper containers with wooden tops are marked: Corn-Scabious, Sal Ammoniac, Devil's Bit, Hepatic Aloes, and Decoction of Amaranth. Another vial nestled above pistol is labeled "Daffy's Elixir". CONDITION: fine. Exterior leather shows some rubs. Interior cloth is good. Label artificially aged as are containers. Pistol metal is cleaned to silver. Bag grip considerably worn. Pistol does appear to function. (01-30256/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 60. S# NSN. This good quality pistol of early form has 10-3/4" relief filed tapered round barrel. The only distinguishing feature is a crown stamped into top flat. A "V" shaped rear sight is filed integral with breech plug tang. Early style flint lock with arched and rounded plate having raised line borders is fitted with serpentine cock, inset rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen, and file decorated feather spring with long fancy finial. Lock and all major componants are deeply chased with relief scrolls and foliage of very high quality. Stock that extends to muzzle with horn tip is pinned to barrel and has long fishtail grip. Raised mouldings are around lock, sideplate and barrel tang. Mounts are relief brass and relatively plain. CONDITION: fair to good. Iron parts cleaned to grayish brown patina. Relief engraving remains good. Stock has many repairs in its renewed finish with most of front portion replaced; many cracks and new wood around lock and sideplate as well as epoxy repairs at butt. Bore is rough. Lock good. (01-29787/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 72. S# 8583. Mexican made military pistols are very rare, pistol is well marked noting F.M. (fabricated Mexico City). The R with crown is "real" for royal, 1818 Mexico was embroiled in "Mexican War of Independence" 1810-1821 when Mexico would leave Spanish empire and crown rule. According to notes from Compton Labauve who studied Mexican arms his whole life, only about 10 of these high copper copies of Spanish 1780 style cavalry pistols are known in collections. There has never been one sold in auction that I could find. 16" overall, 9.4" barrel dated 1818, armory proofed barrel & lock, copper furniture. Inventory numbered "8583". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Compton's collection tag stating "Mexican made copy of Spanish pattern 1780 military pistol…in service ALAMO period.." CONDITION: very good overall, "as found", markings good, toned patinas. Complete & original other than missing belt hook. Mechanics fine, good clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: estate collection of Compton LaBauve, Jr. (01-28911/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

PISTOL. Cal. 65. S# NSN. This ornate pistol was probably assembled in late 18th or early 19th century using high quality relief chased barrel. Gold inlaid "London" on top flat and rebuilt flint lock engraved "Manfacturer de Versailles" (Lock is not of best quality.). European walnut stock with knob grip extends to within 1" of muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Stock shows extensive relief carving of scrolls along with silver inlaid leaves surrounding lock and sideplate. Furniture is of relief cast brass with decorations of arms, flags, and scrolls. CONDITION: good. Iron parts dark brown to black patina. Brass with old toning and light wear. Stock with old finish also shows wear. Front 1-1/2" of stock replaced. Ramrod is missing. Lock is operable; feather spring weak and replaced. (01-29786/MGM). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal 62. NSN. 60" overall, 45.5" flared barrel, stock is edged with decorated sheet iron trim, numerous brass tacks, broad flared butt with scrimshawed ivory panel inset, unmarked snaphaunce lock, saddle ring stud, 11 barrel bands, several are engraved brass, chisel decorated ramrod tip. This style musket was used throughout the Maghreb region of North Africa for 300 years. This honest survivor has seen long use as noted by added barrel bands and strap repairs. CONDITION: good overall, well worn, functional lock, dirty smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26303/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 65. NSN. 65" overall, heavy 48" octagonal swamped Damascus barrel with 2 Persian inscriptions, integral tall tombstone rear sight, gold floral arabesques inlaid at breech and muzzle. Gold inlaid Persian inscriptions translate "made at the town of Yorn in the month of July in the year 1267" [1850] and "The world shone as from the light of Muhammad" [when gun is fired]. 8 fine pierced steel barrel bands attach 9" sculpted steel nose cap and 8" front sling swivel plate, matching rear sling swivel mounted on stock at breech, Sling swivels have chiseled design. The original leather & fabric sling still attached. Matchlock mechanism is elegant, chiseled steel with pierced plates. The long, graceful stock has carved palmette moldings, checkered at butt terminating in ivory and chiseled steel butt cap, original chiseled ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes concerning meaning of markings and carving, history of purchase and possible provenance to Persian Qajar noble family. One page appraisal by Oliver S. Pinchot, 2004. CONDITION: very good overall, stock has old pinned inset repair rear of nose cap, several age cracks, hand worn patina. Steel mounts and matchlock mechanism are smooth and bright. Barrel's damascene surface is very good and complete, gold inlaid designs are complete with some reductions & wear at muzzle and edges of tall integral rear sight. Mechanically matchlock functions well, rust & corrosion in flash pan "as-found". Bore has deep twisted rifling. 2 lengths of original wick are very good. Ivory has numerous age cracks, sound & complete. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26314/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

Cal. 30. S# NSN. The 13" tapered octagon barrel with pronounced flare to muzzle is engraved overall with dragons, scrolls and some floral highlights; eyes, teeth and other selective bits are inlaid in gold. Simple matchlock with cocking sear has file decorated iron dog. Lockplate is brass. Hardwood stock appears to be of live oak and extends to within 1-1/2" of muzzle. It is inlaid with engraved brass decoration consisting of large chrysanthemum on left side of butt and with smaller blooms scattered. Trigger at bottom does not seem to operate lock and flash pan with pivoting cover does not appear to connect with bore. CONDITION: good to fine. Engraving on barrel sharp but hard to see due to overall light rust. Stock retains most original finish. Brass mounts have considerable green tarnish. (01-29784/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

The armor & stand measured approx. 6 feet tall with wooden base measuring approx. 22" x 12" x 12". Steel plated armor encompasses what appears to be straw filled cloth mannequin for legs & steel structure for . The armor suit appears mostly complete while missing the left hand gauntlet. The backside of the cloth colored cloth with fleur-de-lis floral scroll stitching & gold/black tassel. Also included is a 28" sword & 25"x19" shield. CONDITION: the armor plating has a pleasing gray & patina appearance with wear & cleaned pitting. Sword has missing handle with darker patina appearance. (02-24773/MD). NON-GUN. $6,000-10,000.

34" double edged 3-fuller blade of type used in America by British & American troops in French & Indian Wars and later in Revolutionary War. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Small collection note states "purchased by Lt. R. K. Berenson from closing pub in Culloden, Scotland 1951" & old photo captioned: "presumed remnant from Culloden Moor Defeat of Bonnie prince Charles Forces by Brits". CONDITION: Very good overall, heavy black iron patina, shark skin and wire wrapped grip heavily worn but tight with hand worn patina. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27324/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

This sword closely resembles a pattern 1827 British naval officer's sword but the plain anchor on the guard, as well as the double headed eagles on the blade, indicate this sword was made for the Austrian market. Like the British pattern 1827 it was made by the Firmin company likely as a special order. The sword itself measures about 37" overall with a etched 29 1/2" blade marked " P & S FIRMIN 153 Strand & 13 Conduit St. London ". The decorative etching includes foliate and nautical motifs along with Austrian eagles. Gilded brass semi-basket hilt with a large anchor (no crown) in oval on the underside of the guard. a very well articulated lion head pommel top a wire wrapped white sharkskin grip. Gilded brass mounted leather scabbard marked at the throat " P & S FIRMIN 153 Strand & 13 Conduit St. London ". CONDITION: blade does show some staining and the tip is a touch rounded. The hilt generally shows light wear with well over half the gilded finish remaining. The scabbard has heavy wear with approximately 3" missing above the drag. All mounts are present. (02-27593/BF). $600-800.

8.5" cast iron barrel, 2" bore, with steel removable "golf ball" size sleeve which is removable with allen wrench screw, 14" heavy cast iron sled, all mounted on 27" x 10" x 7" gray painted wood base. Mortar was made to shoot with mounted elevation screw, 2-tier wood base has windage adjustments. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Allen wrench for removing "golf ball" sleeve, wood tompion, "By-Laws of the American Artillery Assn", National Safety Rules & Procedures for Safe Shooting Muzzleloading Artillery", "Mortar Range Reference" sheets. CONDITION: very good overall, black painted chipped, good clear bore. (01-30220/JS). ANTIQUE. $700-900.

TRAPDOOR "STAR" CARVED CARBINE WITH PROVENANCE BACK TO STANDING ROCK RESERVATION. Cal. 45-70. S# 41351. Consignor provided documents show this rifle was purchased from the collection of Dr. Kenneth O. Leonard as the rawhide repair to the wrist indicated Indian usage.. Kenneth Leonard of Garrison, North Dakota (1927-2011) a WWII veteran & was a member of the Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Association. A 2001 dated copy of his "STATEMENT OF FACT" details how he collected Indian used artifacts, weapons & firearms as he operated a medical clinic in Garrison, ND. He describes he was a close friends to Indian Tribal Judge Frank Zahn and Vor "White Buffalo Man" Frank, grandson of Sitting Bull on the Standing Rock Reservation. While this statement was for a revolver that Leonard had purchased, but this links the connection of Dr. Leonard to Frank Zahn. Dr. Leonard purchased this carbine from Tribal Judge Frank Zahn (Francis Benjamin "Flying Cloud" Zahn circa 1891-1966). Frank Zahn was born in Cannon Ball, North Dakota. He worked at the Standing Rock Reservation as clerk and official interpreter, , enlisted in World War I as interpreter for Co. G of 351st Infantry, start in the movies "Drums of Destiny" & "They Died With Their Boots On", then appointed in 1946 as Chief Judge of the Court of Indian Offenses for North and South Dakota until retirement in 1959.This carbine has standard configuration with 22" barrel. Pinned blade front sight & 1200 yd. tangent ladder rear sight. 1873 dated high arch breech block. Walnut carbine stock w/ saddle bar on left side with rawhide repair to wrist and a pressed burn mark on the stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: consignor provided paperwork along with copy of Vol. 17, #4 Aug. 1955 edition of Man at Arms detailing Battle of Little Big Horn & how collectors acquired arms from the battle. CONDITION: metal has faded brown appearance. Wood has aged appearance showing heavy dents, scratches, cracks & marks. Bore retains dark, intact, worn rifling with pitting. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (01-29240/MD). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

SPRINGFIELD CARBINE.Cal. 45-70. S# 20836. Standard carbine with 22" barrel, square base front sight, 1200 yard adjustable ladder rear sight. Breech marked "MODEL / 1873" with an eagle head over crossed arrows & "US". Lock plate marked "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873" & the spread wing eagle. "Ainsworth" inspection cartouche opposite lock is covered in old rawhide attached with well patinaed small square nails or tacks, "P" proof in circle is visible on bottom of stock rear of triggerguard. This carbine has as good a look as you will find for Indian tacked and rawhide wrapped gun in range of several known Custer survivors. S# 20816 was re-captured at Tongue River in 1879 along with several 21000 S# guns, all known to have come from Custer battlefield. Stock has a dotted crooked snake drawing on left side of stock. A known Custer gun with serial number 20816 was surrendered at Tongue River. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: paid invoice, Cowan's Auction, lot 369, 4-27-2016. CONDITION: very good overall, as rawhide wrapped repair to wrist, tight and sound. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29684/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-8,000.

TRAPDOOR SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 45-70. S#. 35455. Mfg. late 1874. Fit with a 22" round bbl with small L proof, iron block front sight and later Buffington carbine rear sight. The rec is marked 45 on the top flat & US on the right flat. The tang is stamped XX. High arch breech block is marked MODEL/1873/Eagle/US. Lock is marked US/SPRINGFIELD/1873 to the right of a federal eagle. Stock is only marked with a small inspection proof behind the trigger guard tang with no final inspection proof. Solid non compartmentalized butt & buttplate. Buttplate is stamped with a US as well as X. CONDITION: Overall good. The bbl and rec retain 90% of their reblued finish. Lock, hammer, breech block, & buttplate retain 60% of their original blue. Stock is sound with a few small chips around metal parts. Bright shiny bore. (01-29982/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $1000-2000

RIFLE. Cal. 50-70. NSN. Standard config. with 36" barrel. Case colored lock and walnut stock set. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: socket bayonet with scabbard and frog. Bayonet cleaned to gray patina with light marks. CONDITION: barrel has scattered spots of patina along with scratches. Action has visible case colors with hammer, breech block and sideplate polished. Original wood finish shows minor dings and small gouges, but appears very good overall. Buttstock has crisp cartouche. Near excellent shiny bore with sharp rifling. (01-29957/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

RIFLE. Cal. 50-70. NSN. Post Civil-War conversion of an 1863 dated musket. Barrel 40" with musket sights. Walnut stock with musket furniture including slotted tip ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: socket bayonet with scabbard and frog. Frog has heavy cracking and loose to scabbard. CONDITION: breechblock has faded blue with peppery oxidation and marks. Balance of all metal is in the white with marks and cleaned patina and light pitting throughout. Lightly sanded and refinished wood has large previous gouge in-front of lock along with scattered light marks. Strong rifling with pitting and residue throughout. (01-29938/MD). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

Cal. 50-70. S# 17444. Barrel 32 1/2" with standard sights. 1869 dated high arch breechblock. 1863 dated lock. Walnut stock with slotted tip ramrod. CONDITION: barrel has scattered spots of brown patina with greater concentration near breechblock. Lock has large portions of original blue with exposed portions fading to gray. Original wood finish shows scattered noticeable dings and large gouge behind lock. Strong rifling with fouling and pitting throughout. (01-29945/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

WITH BAYONET. Cal. 45-70. S# 57400. Mfg. 1875. Standard config. musket issued to the New Jersey militia; left side of frame stamped NJ and brass NJ medallion on frog. Barrel 32 5/8" with M1873 sights. Walnut musket stock with slotted tip ramrod. Peak of buttplate stamped R.G.18 and comb of stock has brass medallions stamped 18. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: socket bayonet with scabbard and frog. CONDITION: metal has brown patina appearance with traces of blue, spots of pitting and marks. Sanded and refinished wood and wear, gouges and marks. Strong rifling with frosting and light pitting. (01-29940/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Cal. 45-70. S# 143180. Mfg. 1880. Barrel 22" with carbine sights. 1873 dated low-arch breechblock. Walnut carbine stock with saddle ring and bar left side and trapdoor buttplate. CONDITION: barrel, lock and breechblock faded to a brown patina with traces of blue and case colored finishes. Original wood finish has worn, aged appearance with scattered gouges, deep gouges on toeline and dings throughout. Strong rifling with pitting throughout. (01-29964/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Cal. 45-70. S# 169328. Mfg. 1881; star mark by S# indicates arsenal refurbish/rebuild. Standard config. with 32 5/8" barrel. 1873 dated breechblock. M1879 rear sight and walnut stock with slotted tip ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blued socket bayonet with scabbard, leather frog and US marked brass hanger. CONDITION: balance of metal has faded to brown/gray patina with marks and oxidation; hammer shows blue & faint case colors on protected areas of breechblock. Original wood finish shows aged, worn appearance with numerous dings and marks along with small chip in ramrod channel. Dark bore shows strong rifling. (01-29941/MD). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

Cal. 45-70. S# 239028. Mfg. 1884. Standard config. with 32 5/8" barrel, Buffington rear sight and replacement walnut stock having crisp 1889 dated cartouche. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: socket bayonet with reblued blade and extensive finish loss to socket; comes with scabbard and U.S. marked brass hanger. Also comes with repro. cartridge box and sling. CONDITION: over 90% original blue and case colors with peppery oxidation throughout and marks around muzzle; buttplate shows heavy oxidation and brown patina. Wood has very good appearance with scattered marks and dings. Near excellent bore. (01-30057/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

Cal. 45-70. S# 416315. Mfg. 1888. Standard config. with 32 5/8" barrel, Buffington rear sight, walnut stock with brown leather sling. Buttplate has additional G on top of buttplate. CONDITION: barrel has over 70% original blue with wear from bayonet, spot of pitting along with scattered peppery oxidation and marks; lock has original blue showing patina. Breechblock has majority of original case colors with external portions lacking varnish with patina. Original wood finish has wear in carry areas, finish loss right side buttstock from previous decal and scattered plug wood repairs on buttstock. Near excellent shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29766/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 45-70. S# 423520. Mfg. 1888. Standard config. with 32 5/8" barrel, Buffington rear sight and walnut stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blued socket bayonet with scabbard and leather frog; NJ marked brass medallion. CONDITION: over 80% original blue with wear, peppery oxidation, lightly fading finish and discoloration around front sight. Original case colors appear strong with fading varnish and fading colors in contact areas. Original wood finish shows scattered gouges and marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling showing light patina near muzzle. (01-29950/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 45-70. S# 460925. Mfg. 1889; belly of stock in-front of trigger guard stamped "L7/53". Standard config. with 32 5/8" barrel, Buffington rear sight and walnut stock. CONDITION: barrel has good lightly fading original blue mixing with brown patina and spots of wear and oxidation. Action and top of hammer have bronze tone within traces of finish; visible colors and blue in protected areas. Original wood finish shows considerable wear at top of wrist with scattered dings and marks. Buttplate has large spot of heavy oxidation and unknown residue. Near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: From the Lifetime Collection of Malcolm Zickler, Ret. USAF Lt. Col. (01-28971/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Cal. 45-70. S# 471335. Fit with a standard rifle bbl that has been cut to 22" with V/P/Eagle/P proofs, customized screw shank front sight, & Buffington carbine sight installed in reverse. High arch breech block date has been ground. Replacement milled bbl band. Shortened 1873 rifle stock no compartment in the butt or sling bar. CONDITION: Overall fair. Metal has a dark patina. Stock was altered to carbine style with plugged ramrod channel. Dark bore with pitting. (01-30230/ZAL) ANTIQUE $300-400

Included in this lot:2 parade style M1873 bayonets with white frogs and scabbards.3 blued M1873 bayonets.4 M1873 bayonets blued with scabbards, frogs and U.S. brass hangers.1 M1855 bayonet with crossed swords under US.Also included is one bayonet approx. 20.75" overall with "T39" on socket. CONDITION: bayonets appear in good overall condition with large portion of finish mixed with patina and light corrosion. (02-27464/MD). NON-GUN. $250-500.

NO LOT.

PULL MUSKET.Cal. 6mm Lee. S# 1884. Bbl. 28". Pinned blade front with graduated leaf rear sight. Unusual action, bolt pulls slightly up before moving rearward. Front receiver ring is marked "U.S.N." over anchor, over "No. 1884" over inspector initials "N.C.T." Clip fed box magazine forward of the trigger guard. Full length hardwood musket stock and walnut handguard. Total of about 20,000 mfg. 1895-1902, serial numbers below 13,390 were mfg. before Dec. 31, 1898. Navy & Marine Corp. issue was 15,000. CONDITION: metal finish shows touch-up over areas of pitting. Refinished wood. Stock has plug type and added wood repairs in the wrist & forearm areas with added wood repairs along the trigger guard. Dark lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-29920/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

NO LOT.

Cal. 32-40. S#. 17987 (1890). Usual light weight production with 28" full octagon barrel (3/4" at muzzle) fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and Beech folding front sights. Marlin and patent info are on center of top flat with caliber marking at rear. Slim action with top ejection and having 7/16" thick lever is fitted with Lyman tang sight. Walnut stocks have crescent buttplate; forend with sculpted steel tip. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal showing heavy cleaning overall to lightly pitted silver gray. Stocks with remnants of what is possibly original finish are quite dark with many marks and dings. Bore is very good. Strong rifling; frosted throughout. Mechanically good; trigger blade broken off. (01-30299 /MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

Cal. 38-55. S# 128632. Bbl. 22" octagon. Rocky Mountain front with sporting rear sight. 2/3 length magazine. Walnut forearm and "S" curved pistol grip stock with crescent steel butt plate have style "A" checkering. Mfg. 1896. CONDITION: Bbl. & mag tube retain some fading blue. Action fittings have largely faded to gray. Right side of breech block has added blue finish over a series of small dents. Forward receiver flanges have intentionally cut "kill" marks. Forearm has worn finish and checkering; checkering borders show recutting. Stock has added finish over dents, scratches & marks with a crack on the right side of the wrist. The bore has a worn & frosted appearance. (01-29922/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 44-40. S# 332073. Mfg. 1906. Barrel 24" with right side bayonet lug. Added homemade blade front sight with carbine style rear sight. Walnut forearm approx. 20.5" with two barrel bands and cutout for cleaning rod. Carbine buttstock. CONDITION: barrel has a gray patina overall appearance with heavy oxidation near muzzle. Receiver has approx. 25% nickel finish mixed with patina, corrosion and scratches. Aged and worn wood appearance with numerous gouges, small cracks and marks; buttstock loose to frame. The bore shows 2 open holes from barrel band and bayonet lug approx. 4" from muzzle and 1 repaired hole 1.5" from muzzle; balance of bore shows strong rifling. (26-2521/MD). CURIO. $1,000-1,500.

SPORTING CARBINE. Cal. 30-30. S# 6545. Barrel 20". Blade front sight with white paint added and elevator rear sight. 2/3 length mag. tube. Walnut stock set with added checkering and hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: over 70% original blue on barrel and mag. tube with scratches and spots of finish loss. Action fitted to gray/brown patina. Lightly sanded and refinished wood has recut checkering at wrist. Barrel band has pin for missing screw. Worn rifling with pitting in grooves. (26-2617/MD). CURIO. $900-1,400.

Cal. 25-20M (WCF). S# 409056. Standard production with 24" tapered round barrel fitted with semi-buckhorn rear and German silver blade front sights. Marlin markings are at top center with last patent date "Aug 1 1893". Magazine is full length. Top of frame unmarked; top tang marked "Marlin" "MODEL '94". Varnished walnut stocks are fitted with "S" type steel buttplate and steel cap for forend. CONDITION: very good. Barrel and mag tube retaining most of their original blue with considerable scattered rusting. Action retains traces of case color. Bolt, hammer and loading gate have most of their original blue. Stocks retain over 60% of their original finish. Bore is fair to good. Rifling evident; frosted throughout (may clean). (26-4162/MGM). CURIO. $800-1,200.

Cal. 40-60. S# 25386. Bbl. 28" octagon. German silver blade Rocky Mountain front with sporting rear sight. Full length mag. Walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel shotgun butt plate. Mfg. in 1890. CONDITION: gray metal shows general light pitting. Stocks have a worn age darkened appearance with handling marks and small chips around the action. Bore retains worn rifling with frosted appearance and scattered light pitting. (01-29916/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 38 rimfire or centerfire. S# 18623. Bbl. 30" octagon. German silver blade Rocky Mountain front with sporting rear sight. The left side of the receiver has Marlin marking including the 1875 patent date that pertained to the reversible firing pin for rimfire or centerfire usage. Schnabel tipped forearm and straight grip Walnut stock with crescent steel butt plate. Mfg. 1881-1891. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to brown showing scattered handling marks. Stocks have a light coat of added finish over scratches, dents & marks. Breech block screw shows screw driver distortion. Dark pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-29921/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal.32 W (32-20). S# 23921. Bbl. 24" octagon. German silver blade front with sporting rear sight. Full length 13 rd. tubular mag. Top ejection action. Walnut forearm with straight grip stock having a crescent steel butt plate. Total 4814 mfg. 1888-1889. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing small dents, marks & spots of corrosion. Sanded & refinished wood. Stock has a plug type repair thru the wrist with a poor fit to the action. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-29931/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH FACTORY BOX & AMMO. Cal. 444 Marlin. S# 150JM0228. Mfg. 2020 only. The half oct. to rnd. 24" barrel has white bead front sight & Skinner ladder rear sight. 8 Shot tubular mag. Blue finished with gold inlays on receiver. Scroll engraving on receiver & lever along with Marlin markings & JM Marlin Signature. C Grade American black walnut checkered stock set with sling eyes, Marlin pad & bullseye. UNATTACH ACCESSORIES: commemorative box & containing paperwork, lock & hammer extension. Also included is 12 boxes of ammo: 2 Remington (240 gr. SP & 240 gr. SPCL), 1 Hornady Superformance 265 gr. SP, & 9 boxes Hornady 265 FTX. CONDITION: all aspects of rifle near excellent; sharp rifling with light pitting on lands. (26-4442/MD). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

INTERCHANGEABLE BARREL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE SET. Cal. 22-15 (22-15-60 Stevens) & 32-40. S# 3752. Matching numbered half rnd. to oct. 30" (22-15) bbl. with Beach combination globe front sight. Matching numbered half rnd. to oct. 29.75" (32-40) bbl. w/ adj. globe post front sight. Nickel finished single shot action having mid-range vernier tang sight & checkered trigger. Case colored hammer & lever. Checkered walnut stock sets w/ buttstock having pistol grip, cheekpiece & nickel plated Schuetzen buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2nd barrel as described above. CONDITION: barrels have over 70% original blue mixed with brown patina showing scattered marks & spots of pitting throughout each barrel. Frame retains over 80% original nickel with spots of peeling on bottom near lever. Faded case colors on hammer & action w/ patina. Wood has added red toned varnished over wood with scattered scratches, deep marks, chip on left side forearm of 22-15 barrel Shiny bores with strong rifling & pitting near muzzle of 32-40 barrel. (01-29861/md). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

TRIGGERS, PANEL ACTION MID-RANGE TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 40 1 7/8" (40-50 Sharps). S# 17101 (on bottom of barrel). Of the approx. 215 mid-range rifles produced 1878-1881, very few had dbl. set triggers (the front trigger obscures frame S#). Bbl. 30" rnd. with standard "Old Reliable" marking. Globe front sight with Lawrence patent graduated leaf rear sight and mid-range Vernier tang sight. Falling block action with panels on sides. Schnabel tipped forearm and "S" curved pistol grip walnut stock with striking fiddle figure, checkered hard rubber buttplate having Sharps Rifle Co. monogram and point pattern factory checkering. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: consignor notes. CONDITION: bbl. has over 75% blue with brown patina & marks. Action has faded to gray/brown patina with scratches & marks. Original wood finish shows scattered handling marks & wear in handling areas along with blistering around buttplate & large cracks throughout, but mostly around buttplate. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling & light pitting. Lever is shows significant play when breech block is set. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (01-29238/MD). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

Cal. 45 with "2 1/10" (45-70-405) & "2 7/8" (45-90-500) bbl markings. S# 20410. Approx 1600 of these rifles were made with only 750 produced with round barrels. This example is fitted with its original matching SN "20410" found under the forearm. The barrel has been fitted with a wind gauge spirit level front sight replacing the standard open blade front sight that was found on these rifles. The rear bbl sight is the standard Lawrence ladder adjustable. Bbl is marked with the "JP LOWER / DENVER COL" hand stamping. The "Denver COL" was double struck. Other bbl stampings include the boxed "OLD RELIABLE" & "SHARPS RIFLE CO. BRIDGEPORT, CONN" markings. The rec is marked "SHARPS RIFLE CO. BRIDGEPORT CONN. / U.S.A. / 20410 / PAT DEC 1876" on the left side. The upper tang has a modern mfg vernier tang sight that is aged to look appropriate. Single trigger. Smooth schnabel forearm held with 2 screws & spring retention screw. Smooth straight grip buttstock with checkered steel buttplate. CONDITION: overall good. The bbl has thinning blue with approx 20% remaining mostly found in protected areas with the balance having a mottled greyish/brown patina and showing some scattered handling marks. The markings are very good. The rec has some thin finish in the protected area under the lever with the remainder having a mottled grey patina with smooth old oxidation spots. The stock is hand worn with some varnish remaining in the butt area, a small crack at the rec near upper tang, and again at the upper buttplate peak. The forearm has some minor edge loss otherwise good. Both show scattered handling marks. Good cleaned bore with some rifling wear and areas of shallow pitting. (01-28778/ZAL). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

Cal. 32-40. S# LS0090. Bbl. 26" octagon to round. Beaded blade front with Vernier style tang sight. Scaled down frame is 20% smaller than the original Sharps model 1874. Matte blue barrel with case colored action. Forearm and "S" curved pistol grip stock of XX walnut have a pewter tip and steel butt plate. Introduced in 1998. CONDITION: near excellent retaining nearly all wood & metal finish. Bright near excellent bore. (26-2363/DS). MODERN. $3,000-4,500.

Cal. 38, 1 3/4" (38-40 Hepburn). S# 6918. Similar to the Short or Mid-range Creedmoor rifle having half rnd. to oct. 30" bbl. Combination wind gauge front sight & mid-range vernier tang sight. Case colored Hepburn action. Walnut stock set w/ case colored forearm tip & Creedmoor buttplate & checkered round knob pistol grip. CONDITION: over 70% original barrel blue with majority mixing with brown patina & showing scattered marks. Action has approx. 40% original varnish with spots of corrosion. Original wood finish with deep dings. Shiny bore with sharp rifling & light frosting near muzzle. (01-29863/MD). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 44 - 90 Remington Special (? medium length bottle neck case). S# 3335 (2 numbers over General Custer's (Creedmore) rifle S# 3333 in an identical configuration). This important rifle has 34" full octagon (very rare 1 of 3 known; standard was half octagon) barrel marked "E. REMINGTON & SONS, ILION N.Y. " on top flat behind sight dovetail. Rear barrel sight is not present, target type front sight is windage adjustable. Bottom of barrel is stamped with caliber "44 CTGES". S# is stamped under long forend with steel tip. Case hardened Remington rolling block action is unmarked except for patent dates on left side. Block and hammer are blued. Correct long range Vernier sight is at top of grip. Pistol grip buttstock of somewhat figured American walnut measures 14" over steel buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip behind nicely formed side panels. 12" long forend with steel tip is uncheckered. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of a page from Roy Marcot's book "Remington Rolling Block Rifles, Carbines & Shotguns" with a picture of Custer, his rolling block and consignor's notes. CONDITION: good to very good. Metal parts retaining most of their original finishes visible under considerable overall pin prick pitting which has been correctly cleaned. Blue on rolling block and hammer approaches 80%. Stocks are dry and have most of their original finish with a number of scattered marks. Bore is very good to fine; shiny, strong rifling throughout with a few scattered pits toward breech end. Rear sight dovetail is old but does not appear to be original. There is also a very small additional dovetail (.115 wide) in front of standard front sight dovetail (front sight is loose in dovetail). Mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (01-29239/MGM). ANTIQUE. $ 5,000-8,000.

ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. NSN. 1870s vintage Rolling Block rifle cut down to 32" overall with 17" bbl, rawhide wrapped with tack design. Mounted on 38" x 15" shadowbox with double loop belt with loose 45-70 cartridges and vintage 1902 stereo view of Native Americans and teepee. CONDITION: fair to good overall. Dark patina, rust, mechanism frozen. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29696/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

GRIPPED RECEIVER WITH BUTTSTOCK AND FOREND. Cal. NONE. S# 97 or 1298492. Bbl.: NONE. Mfg. approximately in the early part of 1920's or slightly earlier. There is an abundance of material attempting to identify this pistol but with no clear consensus. The information would make for a great debate topic. The most compelling info comes from the technical branch of the ATF which did an exhaustive research (item was submitted to them) of it. They also compared it to two that they have in their collection. Likely made from a military contract rifle into a pistol of 24 Gauge with a removable buttstock. The ATF noted that it has serial numbers on its receiver face of military style along with an internal piece designed to hold the end of a rifle cleaning rod. It appears that they were made up in 24 gauge for train guards in Africa and at some point changed to its more current 20 gauge (2 1/2") chambering. It seems Sedgley and Bannerman both had a hand with them and they were in the 1923 and 1925 Bannerman catalogues. Originally imported from England, then later sold back as wartime homeland security arms. No proofs other than a Remington circled "R". Both tangs (sides), brass pistol grip section and brass of buttstock all numbered "97; likely an assembly number. Forend, grips and buttstock are pencil numbered "97" as well. It has a very thin extractor that appears to be hand made and is exactly like the ones the ATF has. Originally had an 11 3/4" barrel (often referred to as 12") that was removed by ATF so that these remaining parts could legally be sold. Top of its hammer has an indicator for when the chamber is loaded; likely a military contract feature. ATF noted that the Remington marking on the left side of the receiver appears to be added after original manufacture to make it appear original; military contract models were not marked here as they had markings on top tang. Each side of the refinished receiver has a filled hole directly above the rear guard screw of about 5/32" each; purpose unknown. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: its original extractor. Walnut forend with attachment screw; appears originally for on octagon barrel with deepened channel for round shotgun barrel use. Remington style buttstock assembly with wedge shaped brass front for attachment to frame. An abundance of printed material. From the ATF, an 8 page letter and an additional 4 page letter; both with illustrations. An 11 page copy section of Vol. 5, No. 1 issue of "The Canadian Journal of Arms Collecting" discussing this firearm. A copy of a hand printed letter by a prior owner describing its origin and his perception of its history. CONDITION: very good appearance with proper functioning. Typical aged handling marks on buttstock that has 2 hairline cracks on right front plus an age crack on right rear. Forend is very good. Well shaped grips have handling marks with cracks on back of left grip from over tightening of its screw. Brass items have aged patina dullness. Frame looks good with a brightened area where the Remington marks exist. The brass grip section felt loose so its 2 attachment screws were turned and found that the threads in the brass are stripped. Both lower frame screws are incorrect having flattened heads on left and opposite sides polished flush with receiver. (26-4207/NW). MODERN. $400-600.

Cal. 32-40. S# 4725. Bbl 30" oct to rnd. Bbl band mounted globe front sight with combination tang sight having a large disk aperture. Lyman Super Target Spot 20 power scope with crosshair reticle. Scope has external adjustments and is mounted on bbl blocks. Model 54 Schuetzen Special built on the Model 44 action. Receiver has generous coverage of vine type scroll engraving with oval scenes on both sides. Features include dbl set triggers, finger curl lever with walnut grips. Case colored finish. Schnable tipped walnut forearm and original perch belly cheekpiece stock with elaborate borderless hand checkering. Stock is cut and spliced with a higher than standard comb by famous stock maker Leonard Mews. Right side of comb extension has a carved swirl leading into flutes along the rear edge of the comb that flow into a molded border around the bottom of the cheekpiece. LOP: 13" to an aluminum Swiss style Schuetzen buttplate having unusually wide lower prong. Forearm is fitted with an added palm rest having a walnut knob. WEIGHT: 13lbs, 9.2oz. The No. 54 rifle; Steven's highest grade was manufactured 1897-1916. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: included is a letter from a previous owner stating that he purchased the rifle in 1963 from Leonard Mews; the famous stock maker from Wisconsin. Rifle is housed in a modern foam lined plastic carrying case. CONDITION: bbl retains over 80% reblued finish showing light edge wear with spotted finish loss. Action has over 80% lightly faded case colors. Stock and forearm have good finish and checkering. Wrist of stock is cracked and has a bolt-style repair. Sound action and trigger. Bore has lightly worn rifling with some darkening in the grooves. Scope has clear optics. (26-2233/DS). CURIO. $4,500-6,500.

RIFLE. Cal. 22 LR. S# 0788. Matching numbered oct. 26" bbl. w/ bead front & semi buckhorn elevator rear sight. Case colored falling block action. Checkered walnut stock set w/ perch belly buttstock having nickel plated Schuetzen buttplate. CONDITION: over 70% original blue mixing with brown patina showing scattered marks, pinprick patina & muzzle wear. Action has majority of case colors. Original wood finish with scattered marks & scuffs. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2835/MD). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

Cal. 9 mm pinfire. S# 321. This interesting combination arm was patented in 1865 adapting a revolver mechanism to various blades. This revolver is coupled with a 21" hunting sword. Non-proofed barrel is attached to right side of pinfire hilt. Boxlock firing mechanism has centrally hung hammer with offset head. Frame straps are integral with "S" shaped guard at top and with screwed on guard at bottom shielding trigger. Left side of top strap is stamped "H G & F" "BERVETTE" (Henri Goossens & Fils); right side is stamped with S#. Iron grip straps have finger grooves and form sword type grip with integral pommel. Checkered grip inserts appear to be ebony. CONDITION: fair to good. All metal cleaned to grayish brown. Mechanism will not cock; one screw missing on left side of boxlock. Bottom of left grip wood is missing. Rifled bore is dark. PROVENANCE: consignor states From Harolds Club Collection. (01-29879/MGM). ANTIQUE. $ 4,000-6,000.

Cal. 45-70. NSN. Bbl. 33". Blade front sight. Ladder rear sight graduated to 1300yds. Rear sight ladder is floppy & may require attention to tighten. Peabody military rifle that appears to be a Connecticut or similar state militia contract but has no state markings. Walnut stock set with bottom mounted sling swivels. Rear band appears crudely modified for sling swivel. Circular plaque on top of stock with number "18". Ramrod present. CONDITION: refinished stock set shows scattered dings & handling marks. Metal has a smoky gray appearance likely from old faded touch up, with dings, oxidation & handling wear. Action functions properly when hand cycled. Very good bore with strong rifling & some light pitting. (01-30280/MJC). ANTIQUE. $2000-3000.

BREECHLOADING RIFLE. Cal. 54 (paper or linen cartridge). S# 589. Mfg. late 1850s. Octagon 26 1/2" barrel. Blade front sight and elevator notch rear sight. Lever for opening breech also encompasses trigger guard, opening lever to load paper cartridges also loads cap through magazine tube in buttstock. Walnut forearm with wedge fastener, German silver escutcheons, and pewter nosecap. Straight grip walnut buttstock with carbine style buttplate allowing access to cap tube. CONDITION: metal has brown patina appearance throughout with worn markings, spots of corrosion and traces of blue. Lightly sanded and refinished wood shows numerous dings and marks, small cracks and erosion near action. Bore shows strong rifling with oxidation near muzzle. Action appears mechanically fine. (01-29873/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

ORIGINAL BOX. Cal. 22 LR / 44 Shot. S# 8640. After research, we find it exceptionally rare to find this example together with an original box. A true find for any collector! Barrels and their monoblock are missing; barrel pivot installed in frame. Mfg. 1909-1918 with many different barrel lengths offered. Fitted with tubular nickel plated butt stock having flattened rear portion to be a buttplate; stock folds forward into grip area. Checkered hard rubber Marble Trade Marked grips with fleur-de-lis embellishments. B model with blank behind hammer rather than flexible rear sight. Originally fitted with simple dovetailed barrel sight (included). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original dovetailed wooden box with light (bottom) dovetail damage to one end and part of one side. Small parts consisting of extractor, rear barrel sight and unknown pin. CONDITION: very good overall with some peppery oxidation on left side of receiver at thin section. Fine mechanical functioning. Close to near excellent grips. (26-4205/NW). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 44 Russian. S# 47532. Bbl. 6 1/2" marked with patent dates & "RUSSIAN MODEL". Round blade front sight. U-notch rear sight. Bbl. latch & cyl. are both numbered "8133". 3rd Model Russian No. 3 Revolver. Nickel finish with case colored hammer & trigger. White colored grips with right panel being stencil numbered to grip frame serial. Lanyard present on bottom of grip frame. CONDITION: grips show a few checks around screw holes, light handling & age related wear. Hammer & trigger retain strong traces of cases with overall fading to gray. Balance of metal retains 93-95% original nickel with scattered light flaking, oxidation & handling marks. Action functions properly when hand cycled. Bore shows scattered pitting & oxidation but strong rifling. (01-30273/MJC). ANTIQUE. $5,000-6,500.

REVOLVER. Cal. 44 S&W RUSSIAN. S#38814. Approx 1 of 13,500 were produced in 44 S&W Russian from 1874-78. Bbl. 6.5", w/ replacement pinned German silver blade front sight, & large thumb screw. The round butt frame has screw on the butt & "diamond SK" proof. Smooth 2-piece walnut grips. Large trigger guard spur is missing w/ grinding marks on trigger guard. CONDITION: metal has traces of old refinish fading to brown patina with scattered marks. Worn wood finish. Strong rifling with pitting. (01-30351/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 6622. Bbl. 7". Round blade front sight. U-notch rear sight. Matching numbers on frame, bbl. latch & cyl. New Model No. 3 Revolver with moderate knuckle on grip frame. Bottom of grip frame has factory rework star. Renickeled finish with case colored hammer. Pearl style grips. CONDITION: grips show light chipping,. handling marks & age related wear. Hammer retains nearly all of its case colors with some operational wear & light oxidation. Balance of metal retains 95% factory renickel with some light flaking, light pitting on trigger guard,, finished over dings & handling marks. Action functions properly when hand cycled but cyl. has a bit of play when hammer is cocked. Bore has pitting & frosting along its length but good rifling. (01-29888/MJC). ANTIQUE. $2500-3500.

SCHOFIELD ARMY REVOLVER.Cal. 45. S# 2455. Standard Military 1st Model Smith & Wesson Schofield single action army revolver originally had 7" fluted rib barrel when purchased by US Army in 1875. Government sold surplus guns when discontinued to Schuyler, Hartley, & Graham who in turn shortened barrels to 5" and sold to Well Fargo & Co. Barrel has 2-line address & patent markings on left side and 1873 patent date on right with correct "W.F & COS. EX 2455" stamped below. This is honest survivor with brown leather cartridge belt with integral 2-loop holster. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Catalog page and paid invoice, James Julia Auctions, lot 980, Oct 6, 2006. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, metal is overall mottled gray, good markings. Grips well fit with hand worn patina, heavy edge wear, tacking marks in butt. Matching serial numbers on the butt, barrel, cylinder & right grip. Mechanically cocks but cylinder rotates sporadically, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29613/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

SCHOFIELD ARMY REVOLVER.Cal. 45. S# 194. Standard 1st Model Schofield single action army revolver, originally had 7" fluted rib barrel, shortened to 5" when sold to Wells Fargo by Schuyler, Hartley, & Graham. Barrel has earliest 2-line address & patent markings on left side and 1873 patent date on right with correct "W.F & COS. EX" stamped below. Most saw hard use in the West, this example has survived in complete honest used condition. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, metal is overall gray patina, good markings. Grips well fit with hand worn patina, moderate edge wear, hairline crack on left side. Matching serial numbers on the butt, barrel, cylinder & right grip. Mechanically fine, pitted rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29695/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

Cal. 32 RF. S# 70985. Bbl. 6". Round blade front sight. Matching assembly numbers on bbl., cyl. & grip frame.Blued finish with case colored hammer & trigger. Smooth rosewood grips with right panel matching to frame's serial number. CONDITION: grips show a couple shallow chips, added finish over ding & handling marks. Hammer & trigger retain strong case colors with some fading to gray & oxidation. Balance of metal retains 70% original blue with some scratches behind cyl. on right side, scattered edge wear, flaking to brown & oxidation. Hammer pushes off when hand cycled & will require attention to fix. Bore shows scattered oxidation & pitting but strong rifling. (01-29889/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1500-2000.

Cal. 32 RF. S# 3325. Bbl. 6". Round blade front sight. Matching assembly numbers on cyl. & grip frame. Bbl. number is illegible due to pitting. Smooth hardwood grips with matching numbered right panel. CONDITION: grips show scattered flaking, dings, scratches & handling marks. Metal is mostly a gray patina with scattered pitting,traces of original blue, oxidation & some dings. Action is functional but bbl. fit has notable side to side play & cyl. appears to be a bit loose when hammer is cycled. Bore is pitted but has evident rifling. (01-30174/MJC). ANTIQUE. $800-1200.

REVOLVER. Cal. 32 RF. S# 2385. Bbl. 6" octagon with rib. Semi-circular German silver front sight. Round 6 shot cylinder. Tip-up revolver with a spur trigger. Blue finish. Square butt Rosewood grips. Total 77,155 mfg. 1861-1874. CONDITION: over 60% blue showing small dents, freckling and areas fading to brown. Original grip finish shows spots of finish loss and handling marks. Cylinder shows slight side play. Bore shows some light pitting retaining sound rifling. (01-29910/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

CALIBER REVOLVERS. Cal. 22. 1) S# 31104. Standard 1863 Mfg silver and blue. Very good overall. All matching, good mechanics and bore. 2) S# 80667. All replated nickel made 1865, good mechanics and bore. 3) S# 2464. Scarce "ROLLIN WHITE ARMS" made for S&W 1862-1863. Rollin White made 5000 guns for Smith & Wesson to keep up with demand during the Civil War. Very good overall, traces of finish. Fine mechanics and bore. 4) S# 128. Scarce "LOWELL ARMS CO" made in 1868 with patent ejector, very good overall. Good mechanics and bore. 5) S# 11686. Type 3 with fluted cylinder, blued finish. Very good to fine overall, retains most of its original blue on frame and traces on bbl, good mechanics and bore. 6) S# 61982. Nickel finish made 1875. Very good to fine overall retaining 90%+ nickel plate, good mechanics and bore. 7) S# 99159. Fine Type 3 made about 1880, fine overall retaining 95%+ nickel, good mechanics and bore. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 21" x 9" x 3" velvet lined wood casing for display with page out of text from an unknown book for Rollin White S#2464. (01-29967/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-3,000.

Cal. 32 XS RF. S# 2130. Approx. 20,000 mfg. 1892-1897 with sales lasting into 1910. Standard config. with 1.75" barrel, nickel finish and hard rubber plates. Squeeze activated cycling with internal 7 rd. chamber. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1 rd. CONDITION: over 90% original nickel with minor handling marks and pinprick patina. Original hard rubber in very good condition. Shiny bore shows strong rifling. (01-30274/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,800-2,500.

Cal. 32 Extra Short RF. S# 9283. Bbl. 1 3/4". Matching numbers throughout. Squeeze type pistol w/ 7 rd. rotary chamber. Nickel finish w/ hard rubber grip plates. Approx. 20,000 mfg. in the 1892-1897 with the sales lasting into 1910. CONDITION: approx. 80% original nickel with spots of fading. Good appearing hard rubber scales. Strong rifling with light oxidation. (01-30275/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

TO PATERSON DESIGN. Cal. 36. NSN. This unusual and unique revolver appears American in design. There are no markings visible. It is very well constructed, functional with peculiar elaborate adjustable sights, Paterson style sculptured barrel housing and pieced frame below cylinder, wedge frame. In the Colt museum inventories, several experimental revolvers are mentioned that are unknown today. The intriguing creation has 7" octagonal to round barrel with 1" brass "cannon barrel" extension with blade front sight for use with long brass and steel adjustable rear peep sight that extends to rear of cylinder, loading assembly much like Ehler's 1839 patent. Ring trigger & hammer without spur, functioning in double action like some early New York pepperbox revolvers. Grips are hollow brass panels with German silver applied decoration including small hinged doors on either side that could hold caps or other accessories. CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete and original as manufactured, wedge is simple replaced shim. Mechanics function in double action, appears originally to have been blued, traces of finish and overall plum patina. (01-28054/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

BELT RIG.Cal. 44-40. S# 2028. Standard configuration Remington SAA made 1891-1896 competing with Colt SAA, 7.5" barrel with "REMINGTON ARMS CO. ILION, N.Y." address, large full untrimmed round front sight, frame stamped "44 C.F.W.", 2-piece "RA&Co" monogramed hard rubber checkered grips. Accompanying interesting configured 35" x 3" roller buckle cartridge belt has 12" double loop & 10" single loop sections, black leather flap holster has "US INDIAN POLICE" badge attached to flap of unknown origin. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Poulin Auction lot 3626, October 2017 description and receipt. CONDITION: very good overall, "as found" traces of finish, balance smooth mottled plum/gray patina, good markings, grips with well patinaed over chips on butt and right inside toe. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. Belt rig is sound and displays well. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection 2017. (01-29675/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

Cal. 44 Colt Centerfire as used by the US Army from 1871-1873. S#. 29661. Bbl. 8" octagon w/ cone style front sight.6 shot round conversion cyl. w/o ejector. Blue finish with brass trigger guard. Frame & trigger guard have "W" or "P" inspector initials. 2 piece walnut grips. CONDITION: over 70% lightly faded reblued finish. Right side of the frame is cracked hegind the cyl. Grips show wear w/ chips & cracks. Sound mechanics. The bore is generally bright w/ sound rifling showing spotted light pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27538/DS). ANTIQUE. $500-1,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 22 RF. S# 12187. Approx. 10,000 mfg. 1868-1882. Brass framed revolver with 1.5" seven shot cyl. Silver plated engraved frame. CONDITION: approx. 40% silver on left side of frame with right side of frame a warm mustard patina. Cyl. shows large area of pitting with good appearing nickel remaining. Fair cyl. chambers showing light fouling. (01-29896/MD). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 32 Extra Short RF. Fit with a 3" oct bbl with standard 2-line address. Nickel plated with a attractive scroll and punch dot flares with nick & dot borders and star burst accents. Smooth 2-piece rosewood grips. CONDITION: Overall very fine. Metal surfaces retain 95% of the original nickel with some small spots of flaking that have developed a dark patina within the voids. Grips are good showing hand wear and some flaking varnish. Bore has good rifling with some frosting and light pitting. (01-29895/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1750-2500

SALT WITH CASE. Cal. 38. S# NSN. This interesting combo pistol/knife measures 6-1/2" overall and has 3-1/4" German silver truncated square barrel marked "E.U. SALT" "45 EDGWARE ROAD" on top. Percussion barrel mounts to side of large two blade jack knife with 3-1/4" spear type blade on one side and 2" pen knife blade on the other. Hammer folds back into a recess when cocked and folding trigger is housed in central semi-circular boss. A cap box is at end of grip. Scales appear to be of bone and have vacant German silver shield on left side. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: weapon is housed in relatively new walnut box lined in black velvet. Bottom compartment is configured for knife combo, small iron bullet mould, powder measure, and tin of percussion caps with celluloid see through cover. A covered compartment holds a bunch of lead balls. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal showing light cleaning. Knife blades are mostly shiny (original). Spear blade has weak tensioning spring. Left scale has 2-1/2" x 5/8" replaced bone. Both scales have cracks around mounting pins. Bore is good. Firing mechanism operable. (01-29788/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

MODEL DA REVOLVER. Cal. 32 S&W. S# 302412. Approx 2,000 mfg. 1905-1917 as 3rd Model using smokeless powder. Most notable feature of this revolver is the 2.5" bayonet folded into the barrel. Nickel finished revolver with 4" barrel, 6 shot cyl. and hard rubber grips. CONDITION: over 80% original nickel with spots of fading to patina. Knife secures at muzzle. Good appearing grips. Bore shows strong rifling with light pitting. (26-4394/MD). CURIO. $1,200-1,600.

REVOLVERS IN DISPLAY CASE. ALL: Cal. 22 RF. Both revolvers have 3.5" barrels, 7 shot cyls., nickel finish and hard rubber grips. Both revolvers have floral scroll engraving with zigzag pattern highlights. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: black painted hardwood case with advertisement label on lid, 16 cartridges in cutouts and red cutout for both revolvers. CONDITION: revolvers have majority of original nickel with marks, spots of pitting and patina. Good appearing original grips. Bores show strong rifling with pitting.No.1: S# 1049 (under left grip).No.2: S# 3451 (under left grip).(01-29783/MD). ALL ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

"2 SCREW SIDEPLATE" MEDIUM FRAME .38 THIRD MODEL POCKET DA REVOLVER. Cal. marked 38 (appears to be 38 Merwin & Hulbert) . S# 28514. Per July 10th, 2000 letter, mfg. about 1886. Letter details that this revolver model is scare due to a "2 screw" side plate & folding hammer assumed to be "one of only two known". This revolver was carrieed by a Deputy Sheriff in Los Angeles County, California in 1922. Matching numbered 3.5" barrel with pinned blade front sight, rib has Merwin & Hulbert address markings & trench rear sight. Five shot fluted cyl. numbered "22933". Nickel finished with 2 piece hard rubber grips. CONDITION: fair worn nickel with peeling & patina throughout. Good grips w/ light wear. Good rifling with pitting. PROVENANCE: From the Buckstix Collection. (01-29703/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

REVOLVER WITH MATCHING FACTORY BOX. Cal. marked 32 (appears to be 32 Merwin & Hulbert). S# 14665. Mfg. 1880's. Matching numbered 3" bbl. w/ pinned blade front sight, rib has Merwin & Hulbert address markings & trench rear sight. Matching numbered 5 shot fluted cyl. Blued with 2 hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown factory box with interior M&H label. Box in fair condition with missing end label, S# stamped on bottom of box, fraying of cover on lid & marks. CONDITION: balance of revolver has brown patina appearance with streaks of blue throughout showing muzzle wear & scattered marks. Missing folding hammer spur. Good appearing grips with light marks. Worn bore with pitting. PROVENANCE: From the Buckstix Collection. (01-29704/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

BELGIAN PROOFS. Cal. 22 RF. S# 10082. Appears to be post 1893 Belgian proofed Civil War era Starr revolver has chambers altered to fire 22 Rimfire cartridges (most likely 22 LR) with additional cyl. flutes & cyl. stops. Bbl. 10" w/ custom blade front sight & 3 leaf carbine style rear sight. Custom ejector rod assembly. Custom hardwood grip. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray / brown patina appearance with faint blue on receiver. Fair wood finish. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: Military Museum Collection of Shooters Outpost, Hooksett NH. (01-29800/MD). ANTIQUE. $300-500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# S36812A. Bbl. 4 3/4" having standard (unengraved) front sight blade and corresponding frame notched rear sight. Mfg. 2004 with standard smokeless powder frame having push button cylinder pin release. John R. Rohner was a charter member of the Firearms Engravers' Guild of America and highly regarded for his work. He was actively engraving until age 90; born 1923 and died 2021. The ejector housing is signed "John R. Rohner Engraver". Fully scroll engraved with coin finish having minimal areas without engraving to include portions of grip straps and an "X" banner pattern as viewed looking down onto the top of the barrel. Ivory grips with pleasing cream tones; smooth on left side and large steer head on right that acts as a palm swell. It's Colt medallions have a patina bronze appearance. Stunning appearance by a highly regarded engraver. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: attractive hardwood case by Ozzie Woodcraft of Longmont, CO that appears to be mahogany. Interior is French fitted green velvet. Some exterior handling marks and an epoxy repair by the left hinge on base portion; missing one hinge screw. Includes case key. Near excellent interior. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent with new, unfired appearance. (26-3201/NW). MODERN. $8,000-12,000.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 58585SA. Mfg. 1970. Nickel finished revolver w/ 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Stagecoach box w/ matching numbered on bottom contains cardboard insert, Colt pamphlet & protection paper. Lid shows torn corners & fraying. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ spots of storage grease. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2829/MD). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# 58019SA. Mfg. 1970. Blued & case colored finished revolver w/ 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & matching numbered black hard rubber American Eagle grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Stagecoach box w/ matching numbered on bottom contains cardboard insert, Colt pamphlet & 1978 trademarked manual. Lid shows torn corner & fraying. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance w/ spots of pinprick oxidation on cyl. & pinprick wear left side barrel. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2830/MD). CURIO. $2,500-3,500.

REVOLVER WITH STAGECOACH BOX. Cal. 45 Colt. S# 64484SA. Bbl. 4 3/4". Second Generation Single Action Army revolver mfg. by Colt in 1974. Left side of the bbl. is marked "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45", with Colt's single line address marked across the top. Left side of the frame is marked with Colt's 2-line patent information, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Frame and loading gate exhibit a case colored finish, with remaining metal components exhibiting a blue finish. Sides of hammer are polished in-the-white. Frame is mounted with 2-piece Colt checkered black synthetic grips. Standard fixed blade front sight and frame notched rear sight. All serialized parts are matching, to include, the frame, cyl., as well as the trigger guard and rear grip strap (left side beneath grip panel). Grips are matching via an etched "484" on the interior of the panels. Loading gate matches the frame via assembly # "77". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: x2 sets of plain wood grips. x1 set inlaid with gold Colt medallions. CONDITION: frame retains the majority of its original vibrant case colored finish, exhibiting some fading along the edge of the recoil shield, forward portion of the top strap, as well as on the loading gate. Blued parts are excellent, retaining bountiful amounts of their original factory finish, exhibiting some very light to light thinning along the edges of the muzzle, as well as a few scattered light superficial handling marks. Cyl. exhibits a light dragline, with some small and light superficial handling marks. Mirror bore, exhibiting a couple spots of hardened grease, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics, with notably smooth hammer pull. Synthetic grips and spare sets of wood grips are very good to excellent. (26-3198/MLW). CURIO. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# S62190A. Mfg. 2012. Royal blue finished revolver w/ 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & black composite grips. Revolver is decorated with gold inlays for 175th Anniversary of the Colt Firearms Co. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching box with lock & paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall with shiny bore. (26-3192/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# S62191A. Mfg. 2012. Royal blue finished revolver w/ 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & black composite grips. Revolver is decorated with gold inlays for 175th Anniversary of the Colt Firearms Co. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching box with lock & paperwork. CONDITION: near excellent overall with shiny bore. (26-3193/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# SA42532. Mfg. 1980. Bbl. 12". Six shot fluted cyl. blue & case colored finish. 2 Piece black composite eagle grips. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance with cyl. turn line. Shiny bore with sharp rifling & light residue. (26-4183/MD). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# S31911A. Mfg. 2000. Blued & case colored revolver w/ 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & black composite grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching case w/ colt paperwork & lock. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-4193/MD). MODERN. $1,750-2,500.

REVOLVER WITH DISPLAY CASE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# NB0243. Bbl. 12". 1 of only 3,000 mfg. 1979. Nickel finished revolver w/ 12" bbl., 6 shot cyl. & 2 piece hard rubber Eagle grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood Abercrombie & Fitch style presentation case w/ red felt fitted lining containing engraved plaque, 6 nickel plated dummy cartridges, case key, & Colt paperwork. Case shows residue from previous sticker on lid. CONDITION: near excellent overall with wear spots to rear grip strap on contact points of case outlines. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2684/MD). CURIO (on C&R LIST). $1,250-1,750.

REVOLVER WITH MATCHING CASE. Cal. 45 Colt. S# TLE302. "Thomas Threepersons, born in 1889, was a Cherokee lawman and is considered to have been one of the last gunfighters of the Old West. He invented the "Tom Threepersons holster." He had a long and dramatic career as a soldier and lawman. He was wounded many times in the course of his duty. He was said to be relentless in the pursuit of outlaws and killers."Case colored frame with royal blued 5.5" bbl., 6 shot cyl, & grip straps. Barrel & cyl. has accents of floral scroll engraving; 24 kt. cylinder band. A marshal's badge is engraved on the top of back strap. Walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered shipping box with Colt blue case with paperwork & lock. Also included is commemorative Barranti Leather Tom Threepersons holster. CONDITION: near excellent overall; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-4192/MD). MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 45 Colt. S# TF13373. Bbl. 7 1/2". Fluted 6 shot cylinder. Blue and case colored finish. Checkered rampant colt hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: blue case with proper label contains paper work. CONDITION: near new. (26-2867/DS). MODERN. $800-1,200.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# TF03251. Mfg. 1999. Blued 5.5" barrel and six shot cyl. Case colored frame. Black Colt composite grips. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance with scattered minor marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2492/MD). MODERN. $700-1,100.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# TF03048. Mfg. 1999. Blued 5.5" barrel and six shot cyl. Case colored frame. Black Colt grips. CONDITION: very good overall appearance with scattered spots of oxidation. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2493/MD). MODERN. $700-1,100.

REVOLVER WITH MATCHING BOX. Cal. 22 LR / 22 MAG. S# G122172. Mfg. 1975. Standard config. with blued & case colored finishes, 6" barrel, 6 shot cyls. and black plastic Colt grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered Colt wood grain box with foam inserts and 22 Mag. cyl. Wood grain exterior box in poor condition with tape repairs and missing end flap. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2845/MD). CURIO. $1,200-1,800.

REVOLVERS. BOTH: Cal. 45 Colt. Bbl. 4 3/4" with blade front sight and two line barrel address. Blued barrel, ejector assembly, 6 show fluted cyl. trigger guard & grip frame. Case hardened frame and hammer. Smooth two piece natural white grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Maroon velour lined French fitted burl hardwood double gun case.1) S# 21155. CONDITION: Blued metal parts retain 98%+ original finish with a few minor finish scratches on top of barrel and around cyl. Frame and hammer retain 98% vivid original case colors with a few scattered minor handling marks. Grips are near excellent. Bright bore with crisp rifling. (26-3001/BH). MODERN. 2) S# 21156. CONDITION: Blued metal parts retain 97% original finish with minor finish scratches around cyl. Frame and hammer retain 99% vivid original case colors. Near excellent grips. Crisp bore with sharp rifling. (26-3001/BH) MODERN. $3,000-5,000 for pair.

REVOLVER. Cal. 45 Colt. S# B178. Classic 5 1/2" barrel having USA style (not Uberti) sight blade with vertical 90 degree rear edge; Uberti examples have a slight tilt toward the muzzle. Beautifully engraved by former Browning Master Engraver, Ron Reimer and cursive marked "R. Reimer" on the bottom of the barrel. Gold borders on cylinder frame at juncture of grip frame plus gold rings at each end of the barrel and on rear of cylinder. Caliber designation on barrel is in gold as is the center of a flower petal on the frame that continues the pathway for the ejector rod. Highly collectable, but difficult to find true information about Unites State Fire Arms products. Unable to determine the class of its finely executed foliate scroll engraving having punch dot backgrounds. Made (test fired May 2002) with transitional parts; references state A and B prefixed Rodeos had Uberti parts and that C and beyond were all USA made parts, yet scroll engraved front sight is USA configured. Case colored hammer is of early style having curved border and extra line on front portion of its checkering. Reference internet search indicated that B179 was a matching engraved Rodeo sold by auction in March of 2025 with genuine ivory grips only; unknown if first original sale was as a matched set. Assembly number "629" on trigger guard, back strap, loading gate and its black US marked checkered grips. Matching "B178" numbered cylinder has separate Colt style blued bushing. Unseen sides of grip frame assembly are black as are the cylinder stop notches and leads. Fine fitting ivory polymer grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original black hinged box with green interior, black US checkered grips (blued screw) in dark blue draw string pouch, fired cartridge in small manila envelope having info to include Al Vardal as gunsmith, bottle style bore brush, sales brochure with sticker having reduced price for base Rodeo, trigger lock, black US marked draw string pouch for revolver, manual and white envelope from Ron Reiner containing 2 business cards and a signed document indicating that the engraving of the revolver was in October of 2016. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent with new, unfired appearance. (26-2996/NW). MODERN. $3,000-5,000.

REVOLVERS WITH MATCHING BOXES & TRU-IVORY GRIPS. BOTH: Cal. 38 Spl. Dome blued 4 3/4" barrel, ejector housing and six shot cyl. Case colored frame. Round butt, two-piece, matching numbered Tru-Ivory grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: boxes containing packaging including original walnut grips. CONDITION: near excellent with light cyl. turn line. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. 1) S# 27230. (26-2993/MD). 2) S# 27231. (26-2994/MD). BOTH MODERN. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 38 Spl. S# 112747. Dome blue finish with 5.5" barrel having target blade front sight, six shot cyl., blued frame with case colored Bisley hammer, lanyard loop and round butt synthetic Ivory grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box containing USFA paperwork and cleaning rod. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2998/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# G872. Dome blue finished revolver with 5.5" barrel, six shot cyl. and black hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box containing gun sleeve, brown hard rubber grips and Eagle Grips pearl grips. CONDITION: over 90% original blue finish with spots of peppery oxidation and marks. Near excellent grips. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-3000/MD). MODERN. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 22 RF (22 LR). S# 26718. Mfg. 2009-2012. Dome blued with 7.5" barrel. 12 shot cyl. White hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box with gun sleeve and manual. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2992/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# 131238. Blued 3" barrel and six shot cyl. Case colored frame. Walnut grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box with pamphlet and two cleaning rods. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2995/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# 112748. Nickel finished with 4" barrel, six shot cyl. and frame. Charcoal blued small parts. Black hard rubber grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: factory box with shipping sleeve, cleaning rod and catalog. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2997/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 70. NSN. Round in the white 46" barrel with replica British proofs and maker's proof left side near lock. Tower 1742 dated lock with cover over frizzen. Full length walnut stock with brass furniture, replica proofs, hardwood ramrod and brown leather sling. CONDITION: overall very good-near excellent with light handling marks and oxidation on frizzen spring. Shiny bore with light frosting near muzzle. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29720/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

RIFLE. Cal. 577. S# 7. Appears to have been assembled from a "The Rifle Shoppe" parts kit. The original designed by Major Patrick Ferguson of the British Army. Original batch of approx. 200 produced & used during the Revolutionary War with this being #7. The unique feature of this rifle is the mechanism as the triggerguard lowers the threaded breech plug for loading. In the white parts including 34" bbl. repro. Tower rebated lock, opening triggerguard & wedges. Walnut stock w/ ramrod & brass furniture. Rifle has assorted British proofs on barrel breech & buttstock. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance with light handling wear. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29724/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 54. NSN. Gray finished oct. 24" bbl., lock, & other small parts. Blade front & notch rear sight. Walnut stock w/ steel tipped hardwood ramrod; missing horizontal swivel leaving open hole around rear sight. CONDITION: very good gray finish with scattered patina & oxidation on nosecap. Very good wood finish w/ scattered dings. Shiny bore. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29717/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

RIFLE-MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Replacement modern 40.5" barrel with blade front sight & Trapdoor tangent rear sight. Walnut 3 band musket stock w/ tulip tipped ramrod, modern hide sling & patchbox. CONDITION: barrel has gray appearance with areas of varnish & spots of patina. Lock has dark patina appearance. Sanded & refinished wood has ding & marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29763/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

RIFLE-MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Replacement custom 28.75" bbl. Tall blade front sight & folding 2 leaf rear sight. Colt Signature Series parts including lock, triggerguard, steel ramrod & walnut musket stock. CONDITION: lock & triggerguard have artificial patina appearance with barrel & ramrod in the white with scattered spots of oxidation. Very good finish on stock. Buttplate shows patina. Shiny bore with sharp rifling & light residue. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29757/MD). ANTIQUE. $300-500.

RIFLE. Cal. 50. Joe Rundell of Flint, MI crafted this attractively embellished contemporary custom flintlock. The FEGA Master Engraver fitted this example with a 44" browned octagon bbl with dovetailed brass blade front sight & dovetailed square notch rear sight with a small patch of engraved matting behind the sight. The bbl is signed by "RUNDELL" on the top flat and stamped "W.M. LARGE" on the flanking left flat and terminates at a border line engraved duck foot tang. The "JR" signed flint lock & cock is scroll, border and geometric line engraved with a straight pierced trigger. The tiger striped relief carved stock is embellished with fine foliate scroll branching from the raised cheek rest, bbl tang and comb. There is a "RJ" inscribed silver thumb plate on the wrist & pewter federal eagle engraved medallion in the cheek rest. The lock sits on a raised platform that terminates with a tear drop finial having a borderline engraved pewter heart medallion in the center. The pierced scroll pattern patchbox is engraved with an intertwined foliate scroll with dash shading and fine border line design. The push button patchbox cover release is on a brass toeline plate with wavy borderline engraving extending 4 3/8" from the toe. The buttplate has a faceted tang with triangular and border line engraving. The faceted trigger guard is decorated with starburst accents and line border engraving. CONDITION: Overall very fine. The extraordinary engraving quality is further emphasized with the pleasing mustard tones of the patinaed brass furniture and browned finish of the bbl. The stock has a few scattered light handling marks and there is some minor freckling on the bbl. PROVENANCE: From the Private Collection of FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell. (01-28804/ZAL) ANTIQUE $2,000-4,000.

RIFLE. Cal. 50. This contemporary example is fitted with a 42" octagon bbl with dovetailed brass blade front sight, square notch semi buckhorn rear sight, border line engraved tang, & signed "RUNDELL". The "RUNDELL" signed lock is engraved with a sunburst extending from the pan. The stock is incised with a swirling scroll and wavy line pattern that extends around the raised cheek rest and wrist area. It has an engraved patchbox with floral motif. Most of the remaining brass furniture is decorated with a borderline engraving. CONDITION: Overall very good. The bbl has a few spots of thinning finish with a couple of minor handling marks. The lock has some discoloration and oxidation around the pan. The stock is very good with some minor handling marks. PROVENANCE: From the Private Collection of FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell. (01-28799/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1,000-2,000.

Cal. 45. NSN. 32" octagon bbl measuring 1" across flats. Top flat is engraved "Rundell". J. Rundell was a accomplished 20th century Michigan builder of fine flintlock, percussion rifles & pistols. Globe style front with folding leaf rear sight. Rundell marked left hand lock, hammer & top tang are lightly scroll engraved. Double set triggers. Wedge fastened half-length walnut stock features a pewter forend tip & shadow line cheekpiece on the right side. Left side of butt has a lightly engraved circular lid brass patch box. Other brass fitting includes a crescent butt plate, toe plate, finger curl trigger guard, side plate escutcheon & 2 wedge escutcheons. The hardwood ramrod is held by 2 plain iron pipes. Weight 8 lbs. 6.6 oz. CONDITI0N: bbl. & iron parts have lightly faded browned finish. Original stock finish shows some scratches & marks with a small crack extending from the front of the lock. Trigger must be set for the lock to hold in the cocked position. Trigger pull is extremely light. Bright bore has near excellent rifling. PROVENANCE: From the Private Collection of FEGA Master Engraver Joe Rundell. (01-29007/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Cal. 58. S# 60. Oct.47" bbl. Brass blade font sight & semi buckhorn notch rear sight. Lock & barrel have artificially aged gray patina appearance. Full length pinned walnut stock w/ hardwood ramrod, cheek rest, scroll carving & "CTL" engraved wrist name plate.. Brass furniture throughout including engraved patchbox. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: accessories in patch box including flints & jags. CONDITION: very good overall appearance with handling marks & spots of patina. Wood shows scattered sm. gouges, repaired plug repair on toeline & grain hole left side buttstock. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling. Appears mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: From the Harry A. Baldwin Estate Collection. (01-29721/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

REVOLVER.Cal. 36. S# TGCA 1. Special deluxe engraved edition for "Texas Gun Collectors Association" with gold inset steer head and star on back of grip frame, special carved elephant tusk grips, deluxe engraved, and cased with capper, mold, powder measure, loading & cleaning tools. Made about 1990. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from Heritage Auction catalog for lot 40108, 12-11-2016, paid invoice. CONDITION: excellent, near new, bright blue and case colors, silver bands have darkened, cocks fine, but cylinder will not advance, like new bright rifled bore, case and accessories are excellent, functioning keys to glass lidded hinged case. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (01-29620/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

REVOLVERS SERIAL # 1 & 2.Cal .36. S# A0001 & A0002. Bbl. 7 1/2" part round, part octagon with High Standard's Hamden, CT address, Libert Bell left, and "American Bicentennial / 1776-1976" atop. Deep bluing with bright nickel-plated frame, backstrap, trigger guard and loading lever. One-piece varnished French walnut grips. These 1851 Navy revolvers were High Standard's catalog number 9336, with a serial number range that ran from # A0000 - A2028. According to High Standard records, these are the Regular Bicentennial Model guns, serial numbers 1 and 2 in the "A" series and were two of a number of Bicentennial revolvers that shipped on the same invoice. These were all made for and shipped to the "Sportsman Emporium" in Philadelphia, PA for the American Bicentennial. They are exact 6-shot replicas of Colt's famous 1851 Navy revolver. CONDITION: both guns are unfired in their original boxes, serial numbered to the gun on each end label, with warranty card. Serial # A0001 exhibits no deficits, serial # A0002 shows a small edge bruise at right sharp lower edge of grip and a ding at left rear at the backstrap, with some factory tool marks beneath the nickel finish, no other deficits noted. An amazingly preserved pair of guns from the Bicentennial, all-the-more wonderful now that we are in the Semi-quincentennial of our great Nation (01-29577). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000 for lot.

Cal. 36. 951. Well aged copy of iconic Colt, 7.5" barrel marked "Patent Arms M'g. Co. Paterson, N.J. Colt's Pt". Grips fit with silver stars. Accompanied by well fit vintage military flap hoster. S# 951 found on cylinder & frame. CONDITION: good to very good overall, mechanics good, good multi-groove rifled bore, holster is crazed with replaced closure tab. PROVENANCE: Pictured in "TEXAS IRON, GUNS OF THE TEXAS RANGERS, by Robert Moser; Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29615/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

REVOLVERS. 1) New Model 1858 Remington style revolver. Cal. 44. S# 124951. Bbl. 8" octagon. Round 6 shot cylinder. Blue finish with brass trigger guard. Walnut 2-pc grips. Mfg. in Italy by F.llipietta and imported by Cabelas. CONDITION: over 98% blue showing a light cyl. drag line. Very good bright bore. 2) Model 1851 Colt style revolver. Cal. 44. S# 453920. Bbl 7 1/2" octagon. Round rebated roll engraved gold finished cylinder. Chrome finished action. Action, bbl. flats & ramrod sides have scroll ornamentation. 2-pc white synthetic grips. Mfg. in Italy by F.llipietta. CONDITION: over 97% metal finish. Very good bore. (01-29900 & 01-29902/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

WITH MATCHING BOX. Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# 4925. Mfg. 1997 by Uberti and imported by Navy Arms. Standard config. with 7" barrel, six shot cyl. and walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching numbered box containing additional checkered grips & 1999 dated Navy Arms repair card. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2990/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 6210. Mfg. 2000 by Uberti and imported by Navy Arms. Standard config. with blue finish, 7" barrel, six shot cyl. and walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: matching box with manual. CONDITION: front sight has verdigris and cyl. has turn line; all other aspects near excellent. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2989/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

Cal. 44 S&W Russian. S# 6215. Mfg. 2000 by Uberti and imported by Navy Arms. Standard config. with 7" barrel, six shot cyl. and walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box with manual. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent with couple scattered marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2991/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

WITH CASE. All: Cals. 44. Both revolvers are based on the Remington 1858 New Model percussion revolvers. Both have 8" barrels, six shot cyls., brass trigger guards and wooden grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: both revolvers housed in wooden case with compartmentalized interior containing additional percussion cyl. and 2 readily convertible cartridge cyls. Case overall in good condition with numerous marks on lid. CONDITION: both revolvers have large percentage of original blued finish and case colored finish while both wooden grips have different original finish showing minimal handling marks.No.1: S# R263722. Installed is percussion cyl. CONDITION: strong rifling with light oxidation near muzzle (26-3020/MD).No.2: S# R257622. Installed is centerfire cyl. CONDITION: shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-3021/MD). ALL MODERN. $700-1,000.

MATCHING BOX. Cal. 45 LC. S# X70161. Mfg. 2023 by Uberti and imported by Cimarron. Standard config. with 8" barrel, walnut grip, along with blued and case colored finishes. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box with screwdriver. CONDITION: as NIB. (26-3205/MD). MODERN. $500-800.

BOX. Cal. 45 LC. S# AZ0211. Mfg. 2023 by Uberti as Model AR411 and imported by Cimarron. Has profile of SAA style revolver with 5.5" barrel, six shot cyl., checkered walnut grips along with blued and case colored finishes. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: box with lock and packaging. CONDITION: as NIB. (26-3207/MD). MODERN. $500-800.

Cal. 45 LC. S# 71749. Mfg. 1998 by Uberti of Italy and imported by Navy Arms. Octagon 24.25" barrel with sporting sights. Blued with full length tubular mag. Case colored action with sliding top cover. Checkered walnut stock set with crescent buttplate. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent showing minute dings on stock. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2919/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

SHOT RIFLE. Cal. 45-70. S# R01914. Mfg. 1989. Octagon 30" barrel. Globe level post front sight, filler in rear dovetail and Vernier tang sight. Case colored action. Walnut stock set with checkered pistol grip and blued steel buttplate. CONDITION: all aspects appear very good to near excellent with light handling marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2922/MD). MODERN. $700-1,000.

Cal. 45 Colt (45 LC). S# G00779. Imported by Stoeger 2006-2016. Octagon 24" barrel with iron sights. Full length tubular mag. Walnut stock set with checkered forearm and crescent buttplate. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent; shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2934/MD). MODERN. $600-900.

CARBINE. Cal. 38 (38-40). S# 112746. Replica of Colt Medium Frame Lightning carbine. Barrel 20" with sporting sights, added solder to blade. Full length tubular mag. Checkered walnut stock set with crescent buttplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: U.S. Firearms Co. gun sleeve. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance, vibrant case colors and fire blue to small parts. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2931/MD). MODERN. $800-1,200.

RIFLE. Cal. 44-40. S# 006. Mfg. in Brescia, Italy. Octagon 24.25" barrel with full length tubular mag. and sporting sights. Case colored action with scroll engraving along with scenes of elk. Walnut stock set with crescent buttplate; buttplate shows scroll engraving. CONDITION: near excellent overall appearance with scattered light dings on stock. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2936/MD). MODERN. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 45-70. S# 33876. Mfg. 1989 by A&M and imported by EMF of CA, USA. Octagon 28.75" barrel with gold bead front sight and ladder rear sight. Blued and case colored finishes. Double set triggers. Checkered walnut stock set with carbine buttplate. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent with minute handling marks. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2930/MD). MODERN. $900-1,400.

Cal. 45-70. S# SH9104. Mfg. 2007; imported by KBI of Harrisburg, PA. Octagon 32" barrel. German silver blade front sight and ladder rear sight. Blued and case colored finishes. Checkered walnut stock set with carbine buttplate. CONDITION: very good to near excellent overall appearance with spots of oxidation on barrel and dings on stock. Shiny bore with sharp rifling. (26-2920/MD). MODERN. $900-1,400.

DIAMOND, RUBY, & EMERALD ARCHER'S RINGS. Archers' rings were worn on thumb, with asymmetrical construction to allow archers to release arrows with precision protecting inside of the thumb. Ornate jeweled & enameled examples were made as gifts for ceremonial purposes conveying rank and social status. The 2 rings weigh a total of 46 grams, and each has 10 diamonds which are "polki" or mine cut which was the original way raw diamonds were mounted in Indian Mughal jewelry for several hundred years. The largest diamond measures 8.5x6mm, the smallest are 3mm, the center ruby in one ring is 12x8mm. The diamonds were all tested with diamond tester and guaranteed to be diamonds, rubies and emeralds not tested but historically Indian/ Mughal jewelry used combinations of these 3 stones. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes. CONDITION: both are very good to fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25284/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

2 1/2" across. Tiger claws mounted in high carat gold (gold was tested by Consignor using XRF concluding gold was about 22K) with diamond and ruby insets, T-bar pin and chained safety clasp, total weight 14 grams. (02-27839/JS). NON-GUN. $500-1,000.

POWDER FLASK. 8" x 6" Indian late Victorian era gunpowder flask made from a hollowed-out nautilus shell with intricately scrimshawed panels of mother-of-pearl are applied throughout, heavy engraved silver cap with attachment ring. The nacre surfaces have bright iridescence in light which makes this form so appealing & beautiful. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, plug in spout is frozen in place by age, one hairline does not affect aesthetic. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-1/JS). NON-GUN. $400-800.

CIRCA 1850. 8" x 7" Indian mid-19th century gunpowder flask made of carved wood inset and mounted with numerous sculptured ivory insets, 2 wrought iron eyelets and carrying rings. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, ivory has numerous small hairlines as expected from age, complete including carved ivory plug which fits a little loose, iron patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-2/JS). NON-GUN. $700-900.

Large 12" embossed heavy leather with sculpted wrought iron sling swivel, pierced iron plug cap, Stone's Glossary describes these as Persian circa 1800. Other flask is braised iron with twisted copper wire & engraved decoration, spring loaded lever operates spout. CONDITION: good overall, iron patina, scuffed dry leather, both complete and functional. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-4/JS). NON-GUN. $200-400.

Dr. Morse had these 4 gun racks meticulously custom-made emulating mosque design, Each rack holds 4 guns. 3 racks have the same dimensions 34" across and 48" tall. One rack is larger, 49" across and 64" tall. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25289/JS). NON-GUN. $200-400.

ROSEBUD AGENCY DAKOTA TERRITORY WITH BELT & HOLSTER.Cal. 44. S# 75568. Standard 2nd Model American single action revolver, barrel shortened by gunsmith to 5" with full half-moon blade front sight, top rib stamped "ROSEBUD AGENCY, D.T." original old replacement grips are 2-piece wood retained by screw & brass pin decorated in typical patterns seen on so many tacked Native American carried guns. Tooled single loop holster maker marked "WH HOWARD / ST JOSEPH". 45" cartridge belt has large, impressed markings "SIOUX" & "TRIBE" on either side of buckle. This revolver came from estate of Dr. James T. Brown, South Dakota veterinarian and later Texas NRA activist & gun collector who must have obtained this most interestingly marked rig in his years of work in South Dakota. This revolver is pictured in 1992 "COWBOY CULTURE-THE LAST FRONTIER OF AMERICAN ANTIQUES". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy page from "COWBOY CULTURE where pistol shown, copy of James Julia Auction catalog description. CONDITION: Revolver is well worn but still works with well-worn rifled bore. metal is gray, old pitting, markings worn but partially discernible, gun rig equally worn, wire repair to attach holster, scuffed edges. PROVENANCE: Dr. James Brown (1925-2008); James Julia Auctions lot 2310, Oct. 6, 2010; Dave Berenson estate collection 2010. (01-29611/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

PERCUSSION FOWLER.Cal. 69. NSN. 45" overall, 30.5" cut-down musket barrel, purchased in 1969 from Douglas Vernon, Custer, SD. Douglas drew a picture of it and described: "Percussion Musket above front window $115, your price is $75, is much sounder then the one looks like so. All articles you got from me and including these are from the Standing Rock Reservation, Hunkpapa Sioux (Sitting Bull's outfit). The musket is indeed sound, the rawhide reinforcement I'm sure it was added 1969 to hold together, but it does make it firm, fine surface with good patinaed wood brass and iron. This musket started out as a trade flintlock most likely, circa 1830 and has blacksmiths screwed in bolster percussion conversion. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter from Douglas Vernon, April 1969 concerning this gun. CONDITION: fair to good overall, very good for a no-doubt American Indian tacked musket that little doubt saw use in the Indian wars. This gun most likely stayed in the family for several generations and continued to be used for hunting, etc. Action functions, missing nipple, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 1969. (01-29686/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-6,000.

CARBINE. Cal. 54. S# 31311. 39" overall, 21" barrel, standard model 1864 in serial range issued to midwestern Civil War units, many went west after the war. This survivor saw long Native American used as noted by 2 different additions of rawhide wrap and tacked decoration, the wrist repair being earlier than forestock wrap. Originally designed for patent brass cartridge, this appears modified as muzzle loader with file decorated musket hammer. Likely purchased from Douglas Vernon, Custer SD as 2 other tacked fowlers in collection. CONDITION: fair to good overall, well patinaed metal & wood, buttplate replaced with tacked leather, front band & swivel replaced with rawhide wrap, rear sight removed as not necessary for use as fowler. Mechanics are functioning, bore is dirty, pitted & shot out with traces of rifling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (01-29685/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

PERCUSSION FOWLER. Cal. 62. NSN. 40" overall, 24" barrel, purchased from Douglas Vernon, Custer SD most likely based on 1968 correspondence. Mr. Berenson bought many Indian items from Vernon who traded with Native Americans on Standing Rock Reservation according to his letters. This gun was rawhide wrapped before it was tacked. It has as good a look as you can find for Indian Wars era tacked Indian rifle. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correspondence from Douglas Vernon and Mr. Berenson (Aug. 8, 1968) concerning items. Vernon states they came from Henry Wolf-Guts at Wakpala SD, Standing Rock Reservation. "This bunch are the Hunkpapa Sioux, Chief Gall's bunch". CONDITION: fair to good overall, glued break under back action lock, trigger bow is broken and had old repair. This gun saw hard long use and probably in same family for generations. Not functioning, hammer screw replaced, crusty dirty smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 1968. (01-29682/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

14.5" overall, 9.25" skinner blade, pewter ferrule, carved curly maple handle, made with no crossguard. "J.E. GRAHAM" stamped in early font of man who owned this elegant handled frontier knife. CONDITION: very good overall, iron patina, hand worn wood patina, missing one brass tack with inset pewter star. PROVENANCE: estate collection of Compton LaBauve, Jr. (02-26487-5/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

SHEATH MADE FROM 7TH CAV SADDLE LEATHER & KNIFE. Made from heavy harness leather 9" x 5" over 60 tacks decorate face and perimeter, vintage skinning knife 7" blade, white metal ferrule, worn wood grip. Collection tag states: "Knife sheath made from 7th Cav saddle taken at Little bighorn Fight by an Oglala Sioux. Doctor K. O. Leonard while at Standing Rock obtained this from Judge Frank Zahn. Dr Leonard's collection number and handwriting are on knife. Leonard Cave obtained this from Dr. Leonard after Dr. Leonard established practice in Garrison N.D.". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection tag. CONDITION: very good overall, tacks complete, scuffed. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27333/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

8.5" x 2.5" bead decorated on one side, interesting design with polished paper board liner. 4" turquoise and red bead drop. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27344/JS). $500-800.

10" x 3" sinew sewn, full coverage beading on one side, white ground with geometric black, green, greasy yellow, white-heart red, and blue beads, and beaded drop. 10" knife with 5.5" thin skinning blade. CONDITION: good overall, small loss of beads, drop is only supported by single sinew thread. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27345/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

7" x 2.25" sinew sewn, beading in yellow, dark blue, red, green, & sky blue, blue beaded drop with tinkle cones on sides. Collector's tag states "Sioux circa 1880's from collection in Deadwood, SD / verified O'Donnell 5/15/2008". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection tag. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27346/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

PRIMITIVE TOOLS.This grouping includes 13" clip point bowie, brass mounted turn bone grip with engraved brass mounted sheath, along with small well-made ivory handled dagger with sheath, stag gripped folding knife, bone gripped folding knife, 4 stag gripped tools & stag gripped fork. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: estate collection of Compton LaBauve, Jr. (02-26496-10/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Fine group of superior primitive/frontier knives originally displayed together with unique American flare. Blades range from 6" made from file to 13" clip point. CONDITION: heavy iron patina, hand word patina to stag handles. PROVENANCE: estate collection of Compton LaBauve, Jr. (02-26496-6/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

1870.This was Mr. Berenson's prized pipe tomahawk, it was centrally displayed with custom stand, it has impeccable surface and patina. 22.5" pewter inset ash haft, 10" forged head, tear drop eye, 4" sharpened cutting edge, rocker engraved stemmed large leaf & flower decoration reminiscent of John Wilson's signed work, but his hawks are smaller and not sharpened. Several John Wilson decorated hawks are published in John Baldwin & Mark Francis books. John Wilson (1805-1870) worked in Chadron, NE starting about 1850, his heads are usually unsharpened and only 7" with longer spur filed chevrons, but similar and characteristic shape of what John Baldwin classifies as phase III style. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of pages from 2 texts showing John Wilson hawks. CONDITION: fine overall, head has dark iron patina, light pitting, rocker engraving is worn but fairly visible when angled in light. Original thin tarred cloth gasket is deteriorated, only fragments remain, so head is slightly loose. Haft has hand worn patina, numerous tiny scratches on pewter insets as expected after 150 years. (02-27328/JS). NON-GUN. 4,000-6,000.

Distinctive 15" Jircarilla war club has flexible rawhide wrapped shaft with a floppy leather covered stone. Rawhide covered haft is decorated with red scrolls and club end is painted red. Dyed horsehair tassel at end is attached with sinew and rawhide. Old collection tag still attached. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27342/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

POST COLLECTION. JD Allen (1851-1947) had renown Native American collection at his trading post in Mandan, North Dakota only 45 miles from the Standing Rock Reservation. This war club has 4" double pointed stone mounted on 26" rawhide covered haft, 4 strands of red bead decoration. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: biography of JD Allen including history of his trading post. Note from Lenard Cave concerning this war club & JD Allen. CONDITION: very good and solid overall, stone has age crack. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27343/JS). NON-GUN. $400-700.

1) 22" beaded rawhide covered wood haft, polished 4" double pointed ovoid stone, very good, missing 1.5" of wrapped bead work. 2) 24" rawhide covered wood haft, polished white 5" double pointed oblong stone, very good & sound. 3) 21" rawhide wrapped wood haft with 3" flat stone wrapped in hide with concentric ring red, white, black, & greasy yellow beaded design on one side. Very good complete condition, supple, complete & sound. 4) 29" blue dyed rawhide covered wood haft, polished 5" double pointed ovoid stone, haft is broken, rawhide warped and much missing toward stone, old brass wire repairs, stone loose but still attached. CONDITION: as described in text, fair to very good. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-39/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

5 wood clubs ranging from 7" to 17" with embedded stone or iron. CONDITION: good. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-38/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

THREE KNIFE SHEATHS & KNIVES.38" doeskin scabbard, 10" rawhide fringe, 15" beaded drop with elk teeth, beaded panels & trim. 3 knife sheaths, 2 beaded and one painted, each with knife. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: rifle scabbard & American flag beaded knife sheath & knife were lots 3298 & 3307 Greg Martin Auction from Jed Wilson collection, November 17, 2004, Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-36/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

True classic Plains Indian 43" recurved painted and sinew wrapped bow with twisted sinew bow string giving the bow extra strength. Accompanied by 3 matching 23" arrows with sinew iron points, painted hafts, feathered flights. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27351/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

46" bow with twisted sinew string is held by ocher painted buckskin bow bag attached to buckskin quiver. Both quiver & bow bag have rawhide sewn red trade cloth edging and red, white, and blue beaded band decoration. Quiver contains two 27" arrows that appear to all be made by the same hand, retaining remnants of their feather flights. CONDITION: good overall. Buckskin is soiled, few holes and loose stitching at bottom of bow bag, shoulder strap is sound. Bow has some sinew wrap loosening, weathered patina, arrows are matching, partial feathers & good sinew wrapped attached iron tips. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27337/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

BOW POUCH.46" bow with twisted sinew string is held by buckskin bow bag attached to buckskin quiver. Both quiver & bow bag have rawhide sewn red trade cloth edging and red, yellow, and green beaded decoration. Quiver contains nine 26-28" arrows that appear to all be made by the same hand, and 2 additional broken arrows, all retaining most of their feathered flights. CONDITION: very good overall. buckskin is supple, complete beading and edging, bow is sound as are nine arrows, over the shoulder strap is very good & sound. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-34/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

45" well patinaed painted and sinew wrapped bow with twisted sinew bow string. Accompanied by four 22-26" arrows with small sinew tied stone or iron points, painted hafts, 3 of 4 have fairly complete feathered flights. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-37/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

FROM J. D. ALLEN COLLECTION.9" pipe/head on 16" spiral cut stem which has light file branding and red paint decoration. Pipe is well smoked with painted inventory number. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from John Baldwin text "RED PIPES-INDIAN SMOKING PIPES OF THE AMERICAN FRONTIER" concerning this style which he states is generally pre-1900. Lenard Cave note stating from JD Allen Trading Post. Copy of short biography on JD Allen. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27349/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

Narrow cast 7" overall, 2" cutting edge, oval eye, scored lines on either side of blade, painted collection number. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: COA by Indian artifact expert Mark W. Miller, West Farmington, OH 2015. CONDITION: good overall, iron patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27350/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

1) Pipe tomahawk 22" plain weathered haft, rusted 7" cast head, mentioned in 1968/1969 correspondence between Mr. Berenson and Douglas Vernon of Custer SD from Standing Rock Reservation. 2) Pipe tomahawk; 17" new haft, 7.5" heavily patinaed head. 3) 18.5" carved pipe stem with well smoked 3.5" catlinite pipe bowl, also mentioned in Vernon correspondence. 4) 18" lead inset pipe stem and lead pipe bowl, appears used, hand worn patina. CONDITION: good as described, all have good vintage patinas. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-35/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

PIPE. 24" overall with pipe bowl attached. Stem has good hand worn patina, pipe has stylized birds head design. Pipe is honest and shows use. CONDITION: very good overall, hand worn patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27348/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR FEATURING ITEMS. This pipe bag and pipe are featured on page 15 in John Baldwin's "Red Pipes Indian Smoking Pipes" text. Pipe bag is 37" including 11" rawhide fringe. Beautifully bead decorated in two large 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" panels on either side. Quilled ribs are red, purple, yellow, and white geometrically decorated two different geometric designs on either side. Sinew sewn dark blue, sky blue, red, orange, and yellow beads on white ground. 6 tinkle cones with red dyed feathers. 9" catlinite pipe with 20" quill decorated stem in same palette as pipe bag has seen long use of smoking tobacco. 27" x 20" framed watercolor by Lisa Danielle Lorimer, dated 1983 shows a collage with this pipe and pipe bag. Lisa Danielle Lorimer (1948- ) is a realist painter of the old west subjects in watercolor and has lived in Sedona, Arizona since 1981; member of the Western Artists of America and the Women Artists of the American West. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of page 15 from John Baldwin's 2007 "RED PIPES- INDIAN SMOKING PIPES OF THE AMERICAN FRONTIER", "CIRCA 1890. This catlinite pipe and quill decorated wood stem were originally collected by the JD Allen trading post in Mandan South Dakota. This location was a favorite trading post of the Standing Rock Sioux. The X-like design in the center of the quillwork is the Sioux symbol for "dead horse". Very few stems are quill decorated full length. This artifact has been kept in remarkable, pristine condition--A tribute to today's collector.". CONDITION: good to very good overall. Pipe bag has about 10% of quilling missing in one corner, beading appears intact. Quilling on pipe stem is fine with a few small losses of color. Pipe bowl is fine. Watercolor is excellent. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27338/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000..

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BALDWIN - REKNOWNED AUTHOR OF MANY NATIVE AMERICAN PUBLICATIONS ON NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIFACTS. 6" x 3.5" well patinaed dark stone, painted "Hobbs collection" on bottom. CONDITION: good overall. (02-27339-1). NON-GUN. $300-400.

5" x 2" well worn and weathered, polished dark stone " found in plowed field south of Culiacam Sinaloa, Mexico" as stated on attached label. CONDITION: good overall. (02-27339-2). NON-GUN. $300-400.

PAINTED PARFLECHE POUCH, & 2 QUILL & BEADED ATTACHMENTS.1) 36" including rawhide fringe, 5.5" x 8" floral geometric bead decorated panels on doeskin pipe bag, supple and complete. 2) 13x12x4.5" parfleche, painted geometric designs, looses at couple edges, stiff, scuffed painted design. 3) 15" quilled headband attachment. 4) 17" bead & bells decorated red trade cloth apron attachment. CONDITION: good overall as described, both attachments appear complete and very good. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-7/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

27" x 5.5" throat, body has 4.75" x 6" green ground beaded panels on either with unique geometric design decorated with dark blue, sky blue, greasy yellow, & white-heart-red sinew sewn beads. Ribs are quill decorated with red orange & red geometric design quilled ribs, rawhide fringe. CONDITION: superior condition, complete quilling and beading, leather is supple with light soiling. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey collection. (02-26565/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,000.

22" x 4.5" throat, ocher painted body has 3.5" x 6" royal blue ground beaded panels on either with unique geometric design decorated with navy blue, greasy yellow, & white-heart-red sinew sewn beads. Ribs are quill decorated with faded red, green, and blue geometric design, long 12" twisted rawhide fringe. CONDITION: superior condition, nearly complete quilling with small losses, all beading intact, light fading to quill work, leather is supple with light soiling. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey collection. (02-26566/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,000.

24" x 4.5" overall, body has 5" x 6" beaded panels on either side, white-heart red, greasy yellow, navy blue, white, & green sinew sewn beads on a sky-blue bead ground, triangular additional beaded design above panels and beaded throat; red, purple, & yellow dyed quilled ribs, 5" rawhide fringe, closure cord had several small bells attached. CONDITION: very good overall, small loss of quilling and beading, leather supple. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27283/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

27" x 6" throat, large beaded panels 10.5" x 6.5" have white ground with unique geometric design decorated with navy blue, greasy yellow, white-heart-red, and green sinew sewn beads. Ribs are quill decorated with red, green, yellow, and white pair of rectangular geometric design, long 10" twisted fringe. CONDITION: superior condition, nearly complete quilling with small losses & slight warpage to few ribs on one side, all beading intact, leather is supple with light staining & soiling. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27285/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

BEADED BELT.Pipe bag is 22.5" x 6.5" overall including quilling, white-heart red, green, dark blue, sky blue, green, greasy yellow geometric designs on white ground. Belt is 25" x 1.75" red, white, & blue design on clear golden bead ground. CONDITION: good, beading complete on pipe bag, rawhide fringe mostly gone, about 10% loss of quilling, supple with light staining & soiling. Belt has minor bead loss. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-16/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

DECORATED PIPE BAG.24" x 6.5" body has 10.5" x 13" sky ground ground beaded panels on either with unique geometric design decorated with dark blue, greasy yellow, & white-heart-red, green, & white sinew sewn beads. Ribs are quill decorated with red, white & purple geometric design quilled ribs, rawhide fringe. CONDITION: superior condition, complete quilling and beading, leather is supple with light soiling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-5/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

22" x 4.25" overall, body has 5" x 6.75" beaded panels on either side, clear red, greasy yellow, navy blue, and clear green sinew sewn beads on a sky-blue ground, triangular additional beaded design above panels and beaded throat; orange and blue dyed quilled ribs, 9" rawhide fringe. Collection tag inside throat states "Arapaho". CONDITION: good overall, some loss of quilling, ribs bent & slightly warped, leather supple. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27336/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

COLLECTED PRIOR TO 1912.Jesse James Deright (1860-1912) was a prominent businessman in Omaha, Nebraska who decorated his home in locally sourced native American memorabilia. He died from accidental shotgun blast and his body & belongings were shipped back to his birthplace in Marion, NY. Contents of a trunk full of beaded items were sold in NY public auction in 2003, not seen since 1912. 22" x 6.5" overall, body has 5" x 6.5" different geometric designed beaded panels on white ground, blue, green and red make up designs, red & purple dyed quilled ribs, rawhide fringe. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: biographic material on JJ Deright. CONDITION: good overall, about 25% loss of quilling, leather soiled and supple. PROVENANCE: Jesse James Deright estate auction 2003; William W. Ivey collection. (02-26564/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

24" x 7" overall, body has 7" square beaded panels on either side, clear red, greasy yellow, navy blue, white, green, & orange sinew sewn beads on a sky-blue ground, triangular additional beaded design above panels and beaded throat; orange, green, and orange dyed quilled ribs, 9" rawhide fringe, 15" drop with orange quilled ball, red quilled tassels, and tinkle cones, cords used to tying bag. CONDITION: good overall, some loss of quilling, leather supple. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey collection. (02-26567/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

23" x 7" overall, body has 5" x 7" different designed beaded panels on either side, red, clear yellow, navy blue, dark blue, dark green, and white sinew sewn beads on a sky-blue ground, quilled ribs, rawhide fringe. CONDITION: good overall, some loss of quilling, inked inventory # inside throat, leather body & fringe dry and a little stiff. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey collection. (02-26571/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

21" overall, 6" throat, ocher painted body has 6.5" x 9" sky blue ground beaded panels on either with unique geometric design decorated with navy blue, greasy yellow, white, & white-heart-red sinew sewn beads. Incomplete ribs are dyed quill decorated. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. CONDITION: fair condition, tear in body near throat, beading mostly intact, quilled ribs are only half intact and fringe is mostly missing. (02-27286/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

BAG. 26" overall with rawhide fringe, John Baldwin's "PIPE BAGS - TOBACCO BAGS OF THE AMERICAN FRONTIER" states "green dyed pipe bags are rare". Design is likely Sioux. Large 7" x 7" beaded panels alternately sewn from white to sky blue with red, green and blue pallet. Dyed quill work is red, white and purple. Green dyed is prominent on white ground side, just traces on other. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of page from Baldwin's text. CONDITION: good overall, hide is dry, soiled, and stained; beading is 99% intact, quill work also appears complete. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27943/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

20" overall doeskin including 8" fringe, 5" throat with four 2" projections which are nicely blue and white bead decorated along edges. Bag has sinew sewn beads on both edges and large 6" x 3" panels at bottom, dark blue, sky blue, white-heart red, and greasy yellow beads on white ground. CONDITION: very good overall, minor bead loss, supple, minor staining and soiling. PROVENANCE: from the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27284/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

BLANKET. 50" length with 6" rawhide fringe, 4" wide leather sinew sewn beaded panels have sky blue, dark blue, white-heart red & green beads on white ground, geometric design around pairs of crossed American flags, fringe has row of small brass bells. Heavy cotton/canvas backing is from repurposed "INDIAN DEPARTMENT" flour bags from SF Gilman who owned massive flour mill in Neligh, Nebraska where he supplied western US army forts and Indian reservations with flour starting in 1886, his mill ran 24 hours a day in late 19th century. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: tag stating purchased from Sherwood's, Sante Fe, 2001; Heritage Auction paid receipt, lot # 77245, 11-10-2007. CONDITION: good overall, missing few small areas of beads, few tears in stained & lightly soiled cotton base. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2007. (02-27330-15/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

HEADSTALL.Leather bridle ornamented by 11 large pieces of heavy silver radiating from large cast silver "naja", the terminating element on traditional squash blossoms, wrought iron sculptured bit, braided brown & white adjustable horsehair reins, displayed on custom wrought iron stand. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from Heritage Auction showing lot 74011, June 14, 2008, custom 23" wrought iron display stand. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection 2008. (02-27330-32/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Each 18-19" long, wood bodies attached with rawhide & leather on 2. Accompanied by 2 custom floor stands, one wrought iron, other wood. CONDITION: wood weathered but sound, remaining leather dry & cracked. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-31/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

31" x 14" quilled & feather decorated face, beaded panels on top flap and left side; 43" x 12" long bag with 15" central opening, rawhide fringe, beaded red & blue trade cloth trim. CONDITION: 31" bag is good overall, complete beading, minor losses of feathers & quilling, supple, light soiling & staining. 43" bag is fair with apparent long use, beading appears complete with minor damage, moth damage to cloth, old repairs to cloth, holes and cracks in body, soiling & staining. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-2/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Interesting group of carved stone, beaded, quilled, and painted examples. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-19/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

POSSIBLE BAGS.Largest 12" x 8" possible bag has quilled face & back, 3 half penny decorations, white-heart red, greasy yellow, white and blue beaded edging, fair overall, missing quill work especially on reverse where rubbed against body, small losses of beads. 7 other pouches & bags range from 4x5" to 8x10" plus contemporary beaded 3.5x5" brown leather wallet. CONDITION: as described and good overall, "Santee Reservation" marked and bag with beaded star are soiled with insect damage. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-3/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Traditional geometric wool weavings, measuring 38x49", 40x65", 37x69", 42x79". CONDITION: good overall, light staining & soiling, 37x69 red/brown/white, Greek key style border has frayed binding on edges. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-11/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Traditional geometric wool weavings, measuring 59x39", 68x41", 58x31" eye dazzler, and 57x33". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: conservation report of repaired hole and corners on the 59x39" rug with 2 animals, Nanette Skov, 11-30-1988. CONDITION: good overall, light fading, stains, soiling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-13/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Measuring 31x61", 52x40"' 50x72', and 36x58" on Yei. CONDITION: good overall, scattered staining and soiling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-10/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

Measuring 67x49", "50x38', and 2 smaller 29x15 & 37x18". CONDITION: good overall, staining and soiling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-12/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

54" long, 2" wide with 3" rondels, collection tag reads; "Cheyenne circa 1870s on buffalo hide. Early narrow strip just wide enough to cover seam on a buffalo robe". Sinew sewn dark blue and white-heart red design on white ground seed beads. This was removed from a larger piece as perimeter retains remnants of old sewing and needle perforations. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection tag. CONDITION: good, small loss of beading on one end. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27334/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

AMERICAN FLAG MOTIF. 60" x 3" fully beaded vintage, probably 19th century pieced hide strip decorated with alternating American flags and rondels with red and blue Maltese crosses. Collector tag states late 1880s. CONDITION: very good overall, soiled, sewn and glued repairs to verso. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27335/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

Ranging from 2" to 12", includes Navajo weaver & loom. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-18/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

CRADLE. Display of bead drill on wood stand, vintage 10.5" x 4" dark & sky blue bead decorated doll cradle. CONDITION: fair to good. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-29/JS). NON-GUN. $500-700.

DRESS.52" in length, 70" long bodice fully beaded in sinew sewn blue palette, red, white, and green trim. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Heritage Auctions, packing slip, lot 50078, 12-3-2010. CONDITION: good overall, lower fringe area restored, beaded areas are very good with minor bead loss. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-8/JS). NON-GUN. $2,500-3,500.

All vintage, child & adult sizes, ranging from 5" to 10". CONDITION: good overall, minor losses of beads on a couple, soiling. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-22/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

1) 48" x 1.5" tooled leather with 12 Morgan silver dollars, 11 of them are probably copies bent convex with soldered studs on backs. 2) 54" x 4" belt with 6 heavy silver 6.5x4.5" scalloped conchos. 3) 48" x 3" belt with oval & bowtie nickel-silver & turquoise decoration, old label attached "Covered Wagon / PAWN / $395". 4) 42" skinny belt with 1.5" turquoise & silver conchos. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-25/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,800.

STYLE CRADLE BOARD.36" x 12" x 12" beautifully bead decorated in red, blue, and yellow pallet, carved turtles on top slats. CONDITION: fine overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-21/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,400.

GARTERS, & HAT BAND.18" x 20" fully beaded sinew sewn red, blue, & green geometric design on sky blue ground, 2.5" rawhide fringe; 42" x 1.25" fully beaded red, white, & blue pallet; 12" x 1.5" red, white, & green on blue ground fully beaded garters; 22" x .75" red, white, and blue American flag beaded hat band. CONDITION: fine & complete overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-1/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

GAUNTLETS.Geometric floral design doeskin, lined with bed ticking lining. CONDITION: fine & complete beading, supple, light soiling. PROVENANCE: Heritage Auctions lot 74109, June 14, 2008; Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-6/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

12" x 14" 3 rows of carved bone with bead borders, rawhide fringe. CONDITION: good, solid & complete for display. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-14/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

31" x 3" American flags & teepee design, 36" x 3" bright orange & red bordered geometric designs on white ground. CONDITION: very good overall, minor bead loss. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-17/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

1) 11" red, white, and blue geometric designs, one moccasin is complete & fine, other damaged missing about 20% of beading. 2) 9.5" beaded red, turquoise, yellow, black, and green geometric designs on white ground, very good, supple, complete beading. 3) 8" doeskin made by mother of Going Down the Waters, Lame Deer, Montana in 1970 accorded to note. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: note of prov on 8" of moccasins. CONDITION: good as described in text. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-20/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

11" x 15" 4 rows of carved bone with bead borders, CONDITION: fair to good, rawhide used to string together has couple breaks making 2 bone pipes loose from the 23" x 15" slatted display board. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-27/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

, OLD PAWN LABELED.25" overall, unmarked. CONDITION: very good, gray silver patina. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-26/JS). NON-GUN. $500-700.

9x6x3" carved stone bear, sinew sewn feather on back, several loose stone beads that were on sinew string around neck. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-23/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

Large Apache 12" burden basket with hide bottom & strap, 2 more decorated Apache style, 3 more including 2 tier coiled basket with 6" x 3" lower compartment & 14" flared upper tier. CONDITION: fair to good overall, burden basket has break in iron wire coil. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-30/JS). NON-GUN. $300-600.

WALL POUCH.18" tall vest florally bead decorated & 13" x 10" bead decorated flags & birds on trade cloth. CONDITION: vest is very good, wall pouch has moth damage to wool trade cloth. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-4/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

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2 heavy quill & sinew wrapped 3 prong attachments with horn tipped loops. CONDITION: good, dry hide, dyed quill wrap light faded. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27340/JS). NON-GUN. $300-400.

8" fully bead decorated child's moccasins with emerald green, dark blue, greasy yellow, light green and white-heart red beads on a white ground. Moccasins have supple doeskin bodies with hard buffalo hide soles. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27341/JS). 600-800.

32" including 10" ochre dyed fringe. Quill decorated panels on both sides, ribs, edges and cords. Cords have red feathered tinkle bell attachments. Interior has pasted acquisition number, a wax sealed tag with number "52" and "KIOWA PIPE BAG". This bag came from Fred Harvey (1835-1901) - Harvey Girls Restaurant, who was a massive collector of Southwest art and his collections are found at the Smithsonian and other institutions. Exceptional provenanced 19th century pipe bags from famous collections are rare, as vast majority have lost history and are merely decorative. We attribute this as being a Sioux crafted bag rather than Kiowa. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pages from Bonham catalog showing lot 6292 & provenance from Harvey collection donated to Nelson-Atkins in 1932. A few items of Fred Harvey ephemera; wax sealed tag. CONDITION: very good overall. Quilling is fine with minor losses, one rib has loose end. PROVENANCE: from the Fred Harvey Collection, sold at Bonhams & Butterfields June 2008 from the deaccessed Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, MO; the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26826/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

& SPIDER WOVEN BASKET.4" tall, 5.5" diameter, dyed willow. CONDITION: very good overall, red dye has light fading. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26829/JS). NON-GUN. $300-400.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.Standard Civil War era "spade finial" flagstaff top that were used in Indian War, guidons were surplus CW issues. Case displays finial with its base or another excavated, damaged base. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items were found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. Research on the 12 guidons at Little Big Horn battle. CONDITION: uncleaned excavated brass patina from ground action. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27269/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Five vintage arrows made by 5 different hands, 22"-27", different sizes of iron points. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: note from L. Cave "Acquired directly from Clarence Hullinger, founder of the 1880 town and museum at Murdo South Dakota. These arrows were from his personal collection and hung in his office. Clarence was always collecting many items from the area, and these were acquired from the finder's son. Clarence attributed these to the Wounded Knee battle site is approximately 120 miles from the 1880 town at Murdo." 4-page copied history of Hullinger and the 1880 town. CONDITION: good overall, only 2 have remnants of feathered flights. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26825/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

MUSEUM.Specially mounted to 8.5" wood block with cast eagle are pair of enlisted US cavalry spurs. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: affidavit from Lenard Cave regarding the 2 spurs regarding their history of being brought into museum by Crow woman selling these to Kiah and his special mounting for display. Copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: very good overall for field found relic, ground action, rowels rusted away, brass has mottled chocolate brown patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27266/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Enlisted cavalryman's eagle sword belt buckle, broken cavalry bit with one brass US rosette, and two 45-70 cartridge casings, originally glued to display made from large polished slab of petrified wood. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: iron & brass patina, buckle is missing applied German silver wreath, still retains hook, glue remnants on back where once in display. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27267/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

12" x 16" flat containing some scarce items, hammer from Colt Single Action Army revolver; US cavalry spur mostly melted from fire pit, curry comb, brass bracelets, brass Christian cross pendant, silvered hinged top to pipe, skinning knife, Springfield carbine tool, flattened spoons into scrapers, flattened "US INDIAN DEPARTMENT" backmarked button with motto "GOD HELPS THOSE WHO HELP THEM SELVES", and more. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: iron & brass patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27268/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

MUSEUM.4" thin arrowhead and flattened pointed pewter spoon possibly used as arrowhead. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: iron patina, both good overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27270/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.12x16" flat contains 45 cartridges & bullets, most 45-70. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: most cartridges are bent, flattened with uncleaned brass patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27271/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.12x16" flat displaying fifteen 45-70 and one 50-70 excavated cartridge cases. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: uncleaned, brass oxidation and patina typical of excavated brass. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27272/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

MUSEUM.5" iron arrowhead in 6x8" flat. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: heavy iron patina, much of point is rusted away. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27273/JS). NON-GUN. $200-400.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.Regulation US cavalry Civil War era carbine sling buckle 3.25x2" still retaining riveted leather portion of sling. Label indicates "Carbine sling buckle brought in by Crow man to Kiah Buckner at "Last Stand Museum" Crow Agency MT. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: brass patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27274/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: heavy iron patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27275/JS). NON-GUN. $300-400.

STAND" MUSEUM.Both bits have tags reading "7th Cav bit found by Crow man & brought in to Kiah Buckner at "Last Stand Museum", both bits retains one brass US rosette. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: iron & brass patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27276/JS). NON-GUN. $500-1,000.

STAND" MUSEUM.12x16" flat containing eagle sword belt buckle, sword belt keeper, bugle mouth piece, broken spur marked HORSTMANN, tip of spur, 14 cartridges or partial cartridges including partial Burnside, 45-70s, 50-70s, 18 fired bullets including 4 flat based 52/54 caliber carbine, and 2 horseshoes. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: heavy iron patina, characteristic of excavated artifacts, complete cartridges show heavy corrosion to brass from action of ground and powder. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27277/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM.12x16" flat of 36 bullets, most 45-70 and 50-70, 2 58cal minie balls, 52/54 cal carbine bullet. 8 additional items including brass suspender buckle, brass saddle oval escutcheon for leather strap, broken picket pin top, and other harness hardware. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: iron, brass, and lead excavated patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27278/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

BUCKNER'S "LAST STAND" MUSEUM. 12x16" flat containing 2 horseshoes, horseshoe nails, and 20 iron harness rings. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: heavy iron patina, characteristic of excavated artifacts. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27279/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

"LAST STAND" MUSEUM. 12" x 16" flat containing numerous relics including brass carbine sling buckle; iron carbine sling swivel; brass sword belt plate keeper; 15 various iron and brass buckles for suspenders, horse hardware, and sword belt keeper; brass triangular knapsack attachment; 17 enlisted Civil War era eagle buttons; one 1872 enlisted eagle button; brass bat wing "US" cavalry bridle rosette; straight edge razor; "I. Wilson" skinning knife blade; broken fork; and few more brass bits and pieces. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: average good for excavated relics, iron and brass patinas. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27280/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

STAND" MUSEUM.16x12" flat containing 26 cartridge casings, 45-70, 50-70, and 45 pistol. 2 horse shoes, unknown iron spike, and four 69 caliber round balls. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: uncleaned, heavy iron patina, characteristic of excavated artifacts, brass oxidation and patina typical of excavated cartridges. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27281/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

STAND" MUSEUM.12x16" flat contains 2 horseshoes, 4 partial curry combs, harness buckle, & unknown spike pointed tool. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter stating these relics were from Kiah Buckner Museum at Hardin, MT, sold to Lenard Cave May 1981. Items found many years ago by local Indians, ranchers, and Kiah Buckner when young man. Kiah grew up in the area and returned after service in WW2 opening museum, he closed in 1981. CONDITION: heavy iron patina, characteristic of excavated artifacts. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27282/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

CAVALRY DRESS HELMET.Used during Custer's Indian War career, scarce 4.5" helmet eagle with riband with "E PLURIBUS UNUM". CONDITION: ground action, unfolded creases, cracked through arrows, missing soldered brass loops, solder remains. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26827/JS). NON-GUN. $400-700.

DRESS HELMET.Used for only few years before change to common style without the riband with "E PLURIBUS UNUM". This is style 7th US Cavalrymen are seen in photos prior to Little Big Horn, 4.5". UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Norm Flayderman listing of same style eagle, James Julia auction listing for same eagle with an affixed "7" from Oct. 2007 catalog. CONDITION: very good detail, crack in left wreath & right wing tip, bends, missing soldered brass loops, solder remains. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26828/JS). NON-GUN. $400-700.

ASSOCIATION. 3 piece medal 5" overall. This veteran was in General John R. Brooke, Camp #29 in New York City. Brooke was ordered by General Miles to take the 7th Cav to wounded Knee during the Ghost Dance of 1890. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: biography and research concerning IW veterans medal and Gen. John R. Brooke. CONDITION: very good to fine. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26830/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

BATTLE OF LITTLE BIGHORN. All of the artifacts in this lot were excavated by Jason Pitsch from approx. 320 acres encompassing the Reno Battlefield and Sitting Bull's campsite. This is where the Battle of Little Bighorn began. It encompasses the skirmish line established by Major Marcus Reno, the Timber Fight Line, as well as the southernmost Indian campsite which was occupied by Sitting Bull's Hunkpapa Sioux. This lot consists about 40 items all identified in a 1995 letter from Jason Pitsch including knives, iron arrowheads, buttons, cartridges, bullets, etc. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: detailed list of each relic with its location on the battlefield signed by Jason Pitsch, September 24, 1995; 1993 National Park Service report titled "ARCHEOLOGICAL MAPPING OF THE PITSCH PROPERTY: THE VALLEY FIGHT SEGMENT OF THE BATTLE OF LITTLE BIGHORN, MONTANA"; detailed price list of artifacts; retains original certified mail shipping box 9-28-1995. CONDITION: excavated patinas, fair to good overall. There are tags related to many of these objects that have become separated, but items most likely can be identified by list, as most of the objects have identifying numbers inked directly on them. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27358/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

Intricate bronze sculpture of Native American family on horseback moving to a new location with all of their gear and animals. 36x10x15" mounted on wood base, numbered 36 of 50, 1995. Bob Scriver (1914-1999), was a renown Montana sculptor who was born on the Blackfeet reservation. Scriver was recognized and elected to both Cowboy Artists of America and National Academy of Western Art. His works are found in many museums. He is well known among gun collectors as being commissioned for the famous "The Winchester Rider" which is Winchester Arms Co. logo. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Certificate of Authenticity from artist and bio of information. CONDITION: very good. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27353/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Civil War and Indian War used carbine sling swivels, one with extra segment contractor marked "O.P. NORTH Co / NEW HAVEN CT". display case states both from JD Allen Trading Post. CONDITION: both very good, cleaned with pitting & rust, both functional. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27347/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

TRADING POST COLLECTION. Regulation Civil War era complete brass "spade finial" flagstaff top & spiked brass base. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: closeup photos of surface of brass base, Lenard Case's written description of provenance to JD Allen. CONDITION: very good overall, smooth uncleaned medium mustard patina. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27352/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

Site of Sitting Bull's surrender. 14x8" flat containing shako helmet top pieces with American eagle & shield; sword belt brass hangers including JEB Stuart style, dozen or so bullets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: note from Lenard cave stating found at Ft Buford, ND 1927 from Usher Burdick estate sale in Williston. Copy of 2014 letter stating provenance from Usher Burdick (1879-1960), North Dakota politician who was raised among the Sioux Indians, short print biography. CONDITION: cleaned to toned brass patina other than uncleaned brass tent spike. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27354/JS). NON-GUN. $300-400.

17.5x13.5" shadowbox displaying 13 iron arrow points, 1 copper point, 17 small stone points, few cartridges & bullets, beads, 2 flints, 2 buttons, holed coin, 2 skinning knives, bone pick, and more. CONDITION: iron & brass patina, characteristic of excavated artifacts, items all glued to board in shadowbox, a few items are unglued and loose. (02-27355/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

58" x 31" red, yellow, orange, and brown stripes with black and blue checkered geometric corners. Collector states that this was a Navajo saddle blanket. CONDITION: good overall. Some red dye has run, others faded, light soiling and staining. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27356/JS). NON-GUN. $300-400.

5 trade tokens and 2 Indian Service uniform buttons. Tokens from Ft DA Russell, WY; 2 different from Ft Yates, D.T. ; Ft. Keogh, MT; and Ft. Meade SD. CONDITION: fair to good, 3 tokens and one button are excavated with dug patinas, both Ft. Yates tokens are very good to fine. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27357/JS). NON-GUN. $500-700.

String of 40 large opaque blue glass trade beads found on the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest, part of the Lewis & Clark trail, as reported by the late collector/dealer Glen Maddox. CONDITION: good to very good as excavated, some chipped, some have porous surfaces, some smooth. PROVENANCE: Glen Maddox Collection, Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-27359/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

9" Navajo silver concho bracelet made by Chester Nez, a Navajo code talker in WW2, made from sterling Australian 6-pence and florin coins dated 1942-1944. Has tag giving history and purchase (displayed with Marine Corps globe & anchor insignia); 4 good vintage skinning knives, one "dag-style handle" with 8" blade made from file with rawhide covered wood sheath; 4.5" horn cup with beaded drop; Hand braided rawhide bosal, horse training tool; a few loose bone bead breast plate pieces. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-40/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

"TWO GUNS WHITE CALF".8x10" with facsimile signature in 12x15" vintage frame; 6x10" full standing view in modern frame. Two Guns Half Calf (1872-1934). One of the iconic faces of American history. The NFL's Washington Redskins logo showed his profile. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Antique Week article about Two Guns and saying he was the model for the buffalo nickel. Article is attached to back of frame of larger image. CONDITION: good overall, damp staining at top of larger image. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-9/JS). NON-GUN. $500-700.

(Katz K-29) Brigadier General George Armstrong Custer taken by Mathew Brady February 15, 1864. This CDV published by E&HT Anthony with 2-cent tax stamp dated Sept. 15, 1864. CONDITION: good, water stain at bottom right edge, light soiling & toning. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26831/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

Copyright D.F. Barry blind stamp on vignetted 7" x 5" oval glossy image of Custer wearing buckskins holding trapdoor sporting rifle. The original image originally taken January 24, 1872 by James A. Scholten (Katz K-115) showed Custer and Grand Duke Alexis on their famous western trip. According to Katz, the original imperial photograph owned by the Custer Battlefield National Monument. CONDITION: image is fine. Barry trifold folder is scuffed with cracks at folds. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26832/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

Fine 7" x 5" vignetted glossy photograph of Custer in 7th Cav. dress uniform, by D.F. Barry mounted in Barry trifold holder with pasted interesting anecdote of Tom Custer meeting Chief Rain in the Face on reverse. CONDITION: fine overall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26833/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

6.5" x 4.5" vignetted glossy photograph mounted on larger board, photograph and board blind stamped "D.F. BARRY". CONDITION: fine. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26834/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

EXPEDITION PHOTOGRAPH. 21" x 17" frame, 13" x 10" Illingworth photo printed from original negative in 1907 by E. A. Bromley. Bromley purchased the entire collection of Black Hills campaign negatives from Illingwirth. Inked copyright signed by Bromley on verso of mounting board. Image taken August 7, 1874 (Katz K-128) is of Custer with 1st grizzly killed, scout Bloody Knife, private Noonan, & Capt. William Ludlow. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of page from Katz showing similar image. Printed history of the Illingworth negative. CONDITION: not removed from frame, image appears fine, crack in lower right mounting board. The clarity and detail of the image from 1874 is remarkable. This is a complete photo that is typically found with the top cropped. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Lenard Cave. (02-26835/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

Soapstone 17" x 11" x 9", signed on base "DAVIE ATCHEALAK". Davie Atchealak (1947-2006) from Baffin Island, Canada has carvings featured in major collections like the "National Gallery of Canada". CONDITION: fine. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-24/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

About 40 arrowheads ranging from 1" to 10", most glued to 15" x 19" display, also included are 2 carved bone whistles. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: Dave Berenson estate collection. (02-27330-33/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

1) 9.5" x 13" Late 19th century painting "Cromwellian Man 1895" by D. W. Haddon. 2) 8.25" x 6.5" Painting with note on back "Win B Ford / 1860". Painting depicts resting dog next to helmet. 3) 12" x 9" Painted lithograph of "11th Prince Albert's Own Hussars" 1885 by Harry Payne. 4) Frame Engraving 6.5" x 8" of Fernando Francesco d Avalos. Bottom of engraving has pencil marking "Eng. by Andre Tenet 1584"; also written on backing of frame. 5) Oct. 30th, 1862 dated Cooper Shot Volunteer Refreshment Saloon receipt. The amount was for $1.95. Ticket measures 8.5" x 3.25". 6) 10" x 7.25" Engraving by Jacques De Gheyn II circa 1607. This engraving is 1 of approx. 117 made during the Dutch Revolt as a military manual; apart of the great conflict of Protestants vs Catholics in Europe. 7-8) Two - 10.5" x 7.5" Colored engravings by Jacques De Gheyn II; 2 of approx. 117 made during the Dutch Revolt as a military manual.9) 16" x 10" print by Siro Toffolon dated April 1993 of brass barreled Kunz flintlock pistol.CONDITION: all paintings, engraving & prints were not inspected outside of frame. All paintings appear good & intact with frames showing significant wear & cracks.All engravings appear in good intact condition showing light stains. Some frames show chips & cracks. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24809/MD). $800-1,200.

"DESTRUCTION OF ADMIRAL CERVERA'S Fleet at Santiago de' Cuba, July 3, 1898". American, Xanthus Smith, rare 28"x20" size, embossed decorated 31x39" gold leaf gesso frame. The view with a vivid depiction of the battle at Santiago. The artist has certainly taken some dramatic license with exploding Spanish vessels at the forefront, Spanish sailors in the water, Commodore Winfield Scott Schley's armored cruiser U.S.S. Brooklyn prominent at the center of the battle, with other U.S. vessels to the rear. Commodore Winfield Scott Schley is pictured at upper right of the view, he being celebrated as the true victor responsible for the American victory there, after initial reports by Admiral Sampson, initially taking the credit for the American victory. The truth coming out shortly thereafter, that Schley was really the officer in charge when the battle was won, he then celebrated nation-wide as a hero. CONDITION: slight fading of the print, not removed from the frame, but two tape repairs to slight cracks are seen in upper right corner. Several chips to gesso but the frame remaining intact with wooden backing. A vivid and melodramatic depiction of this decisive battle during the "Splendid Little War". (02-27720). NON-GUN. $300-500.

Sign measures approx. 36" x 26". Black background with red & gold painted letters & sextant in middle. CONDITION: sign has good appearance with fading finish, large board caps & large missing pieces to bottom corners of border. Piece of sextant that protrudes out of sign appears to be bent to be flat to sign. (02-27840/MD). $600-1,200.