Historic Firearms and Early Militaria

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria April 26-27, 2016

An online bidding site with real goods you won’t find anywhere else.

What you see is what you get, from leading auctioneers you know and trust.

Live and timed auctions. New property added daily. Easy to navigate. Reliable. Private. Secure.

Bid live online for all Cowan’s Live Salesroom Auctions. Register Today.

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria

Cowan’s 6270 Este Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45232 513.871.1670 Fax 513.871.8670

cowans.com

Auction April 26, 2016 10 a.m.

April 27, 2016 10 a.m.

Exhibition April 25, 2016 Noon - 5 p.m.

April 26, 2016 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

April 27, 2016 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Bid In person, by phone, absentee or live online at bidsquare.com

Phone and Absentee Bidding 513.871.1670 or visit cowans.com Buyer’s Premium 15%

Specialists For This Auction

2

Jack Lewis firearms@cowans.com

John Gangel littlejohn@cowans.com

Wes Cowan

Joe Higgins — photographer higgins@cowans.com

Bill Lewis bill@cowans.com

Sam Cowan sam@cowans.com

Joe Moran joe@cowans.com

Emery Maury

Doug Hamilton

William K. Combs

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Historic Firearms and Early Militaria April 26, 2016

Lots 1 - 67 The Mel Flanagan Collection of European and American Arms, Part II Lots 68 - 109 The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms Lots 110 - 704 Other Collections Including The Raymond Geddes Collection of Civil War Arms SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

3

Collections The Mel Flanagan Collection of European and American Arms, Part II Mel Flanagan was born in 1926 on the east slope of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado.

Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. His military career was highlighted by his service aboard the newlylaunched U.S.S. Douglas H, Fox (DD779) as the Fire Control Officer. The U.S.S. Fox joined the radar picket line at Okinawa on May 5, 1945 and shortly thereafter was attacked by eleven Japanese aircraft. The U.S.S. Fox downed seven enemy aircraft and was hit by a Kamikaze and its bomb. Seven of her crew were killed and 35 were wounded by the attack, but she was able to travel under her own power to Kerama Retto for temporary repairs and returned to San Francisco on June 23 for permanent repairs. On September 30, the U.S.S. Fox sailed for New York City, by way of the Panama Canal. Mel was still on board when she arrived there on October 17th for the Navy Day celebrations.

Following his military service, Mel worked for many years in his family’s business which was the construction of cement walls, foundations, roadways and runways. He began acquiring his collection of antique arms at that time. Mel collected Blunderbuss arms, also a wide assortment of alarm and trap guns, pepperboxes, sword and knife pistols, knuckle dusters, derringers, and oddities. His collection gained national attention and he was invited to join The American Society of Arms Collectors in 1996.

In the mid-1950s, several Denver area gun collectors decided to organize, in order to put on an annual gun show locally. This was the birth of the Colorado Gun Collectors Association, Mel served as the first Vice President of this organization, and later as President. There has been a constant effort, during the half century of its existence, to continually improve the quality of the show, and it is now the highest quality gun show in the United States. In recent years, Mel has demonstrated his superior carpentry and mechanical skills in the construction of cased display with rotating or revolving exhibits. In addition, it is not generally known that Mel also fabricated and provided the wood boxes used at the registration desk to contain the over 1,000 exhibitors’ envelopes.

4

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

The Raymond Geddes Collection of Civil War Arms Raymond “Ray” Geddes has been an avid firearms collector and enthusiast since the age of 8, when he was given a Burnside carbine and a Civil War sword, which he still has to this day.

On December 11, 1942, Ray enlisted in the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) as one of the unit’s original recruits. He was eighteen, and had just graduated from high school in Baltimore, Maryland. Ray went on to serve with the regiment as a radio operator in G Company, and became one of the brave men to parachute into France on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. The efforts of the 501st came at a high cost: Of the 119 men of Company G who jumped on D-Day, 69 would not live to see the end of June.

According to Ray, “Of all the American units in Normandy, it was G Company of the 501st PIR that was the first airborne unit to meet up with the 4th Infantry Division coming off of the beach, and I was there. That is my single claim to history.”

He was wounded two days later on June 8, at what is today known as “Dead Man’s Corner.” While calling in artillery fire on nearby enemy positions from the backyard of a captured German aid station, Ray was struck in the left eye by a piece of shrapnel from a German 8mm shell. Today, that captured station is now the “‘Dead Man’s Corner Museum.”

After being evacuated to England for surgery, Ray discovered that he would not be able to rejoin G Company. Several weeks later he flew back to the U.S. as one of the first groups of D-Day wounded to return home.

Ray has since remained active in firearms collecting, and served as the past President of the Maryland Firearms Collectors Association. According to his personal friend, Dick Berglund, “Ray has been instrumental to the success of the the Maryland Arms Collector’s Association, and is a driving force in the Baltimore gun show”. His service among members is highly appreciated. You can read more about Ray’s military service, as well as others, in Jerome J. McLaughlin’s D-Day + 60 Years: A Small Piece of History.

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Collections The Legendary M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms Cowan’s is honored to offer the first part of the M. Clifford and Lynne Young Collection in our April, 2016 auction of Historic Firearms and Early Militaria. Additional firearms and edged weapons will be sold in future auctions, beginning in the Fall of 2016. Ephemera and artwork relating to the Confederate blockade runners will be sold in June of this year in our American History Auction.

Cliff Young was universally recognized as having built one of the most important groupings of Confederate firearms ever assembled. Virtually every reference book on Confederate arms collecting written in the past 65 years contains examples from the Young Collection. Cliff was an early associate and friend of the late William A. Albaugh and Dr. John Murphy, both legendary collectors and authors, and like Cliff, authorities on Confederate weapons. Late in his collecting career, Cliff became known as “Mr. LeMat” and developed a special relationship with Dr. Doug Adams, and many of his LeMats are illustrated in Doug’s reference book, The Confederate LeMat. In addition to Confederate arms, Cliff was also keenly interested in the Confederate States Navy ’Blockade Runners’ that ran the Union Blockade of the Atlantic and Gulf. Over the course of his career ships logs and southern mail that passed through the blockade, including photographs of Confederate captains, philately and ephemera became a subset of his collection.

Cliff was a true “Boston boy” who attended Lawrence Academy in Groton, Massachusetts and Harvard College where he broke records in track and football. At one time Cliff was considered one of the fastest runners in Massachusetts. Always physically active, he also played polo at the Myopia Hunt Club in South Hamilton, Massachusetts and The Harvard Club and their fitness center were like a second home.

He was a World War II and Korean War Navy vet, and received a commendation serving as a military intelligence officer. After graduation, Cliff worked with his father in the raw wool business. He then founded Young Contact Lens Laboratories, Inc. where he developed “The Boston Lens” and the “X-Chrome” lens for color blindness, invented by a close friend.

Cliff was a 60 plus year member/director of the prestigious American Society of Arms Collectors, and a driving force as President, Director and head of the nominating committee with the Massachusetts Antique Arms Collectors. He received his first of many awards while still in his early 30s at the Texas Gun Collectors Association Show, and members wondered “who is this Boston kid”?

In the 1970s Cliff was also a big game hunter and was a member of the New England Chapter of Safari Club International. In Africa, he shot the fabled “Big Five” and decorated his office and home with the trophies. On his last safari, as he was about to shoot, he abruptly gave up the hunt; he had come to respect and appreciate the beauty and nobility of living creatures. He later commented that “if he had it to do over....”

Cliff’s civic interests were almost as great as his love of history. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity for many years, a life member and Proprietor of the Boston Athenaeum, a founding member of WGBH, Boston’s flagship public radio and television station. Throughout his life Cliff was supportive of numerous cultural and educational organizations in and around Boston and the United States. As Lynne put it, Cliff was a “joiner” of numerous institutions, clubs and societies.

Cliff is survived by his wife and soul mate, Lynne B. Levine Young. Lynne is well-known to Cliff’s friends in the collecting fraternity, always accompanying him to the annual meetings of the American Society of Arms Collectors and the Massachusetts Antique Arms Collectors show. He often remarked that he acquired some of his BEST pieces because of her.

Cliff was true Renaissance man, with a quick wit and great sense of humor and he exhibited these qualities throughout his life.

Cliff Young: A Remembrance Cliff Young would have had you believe that his collection was a result of a series of serendipitous encounters: multiple episodes of dumb luck. In reality, however, Cliff built this fabulous representation of our history using the same character traits which informed his life; an astute power of observation, a healthy love of adventure, an enjoyment and understanding of his fellow man, and above all, unshakeable integrity.

I met Cliff late in his life. We shared a love of “the story”, a passion for understanding the “how’s” and “why’s” of events and of course, of Dr. Le Mat and his saga. Over the years during and after which we assembled The Confederate Le Mat Revolver, we spent hours looking at guns, pouring over primary source material and speculating as to activities and motivations. He willingly shared his collection, his knowledge, his friends and himself in that process. In that way, he gave me the greatest introduction into historical firearms that a young man could have: the guns were important, but it was ultimately about the people, both present and past. In Cliff’s mind, the guns were inextricably connected to their creators, the circumstances of that creation, and the hands through which they had passed en route to his own. He knew the stories, and the collectors, and appreciating a piece included understanding those details.

They say, “condition is everything”, and perhaps that is true. Cliff, however, believed that without the invaluable human connections of this field, it’s just a gun.

Dr. Doug Adams, Author The Confederate LeMat Revolver APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

5

The Mel Flanagan Collection

1 Spanish Miquelet Belt Pistol by Molas 1” bore diameter, 8” octagonal-to-round barrel. Circa 1780. Spanish hallmark on the top of the breech marked Molas. The lock and hammer feature floral engravings. The entirety of the pistol features nailed brass inlays. The left side of the stock has an iron belt hook. The ivory tipped ramrod has one brass ferrule. Metal has been clean to grey. Nice sharp lines. Stock is very good.

Brass has been clean to bright in a European manner. $2,000 - $3,000

2 Early Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol, marked LDB 1.8” elliptical bore diameter at muzzle, 6.75” octagonal-to-elliptical barrel. The lock is marked LDB. Rounded lock, rounded hammer, frizzen with finial. Iron-mounted furniture. Acorn finial on the trigger guard, with an iron butt cap. Raised carved clam shell behind the tang. Raised carved moldings around the lock. The horn tipped ramrod has two ferrules. Overall excellent untouched dark patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,000

3 Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol by Bond .86” bore diameter at muzzle, 8” brass octagonal-to-round cannon barrel. Circa 1780. The top flat of the barrel is marked London, with three proof marks on the left side. The lock is marked Bond, and features a sunburst engraving at the hammer, with a safety at the rear. The iron tang features leaf engravings. The brass triggerguard has a floral engraving and a pineapple form finial. With brass escutcheons, two ferrules and a brass tipped ramrod. The walnut stock has a unique fish tail form butt. Very good. Nice mellow brass patina has been cleaned in the European manner. Lock functions properly. Bore is very good. Stock shows very little service. $2,000 - $3,000 6

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

4 European Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol 1.375” bore diameter, 6.5” brass octagonal-to-round barrel length. There is a mark on the lock, however it is not legible. Left side of stock above side lock marked “615”. Iron locks, buttplate, hammer, frizzen, trigger, trigger guard and ram rod pipes. Brass barrel with walnut stock. Barrel is untouched with a mustard patina. Metal parts have an even flow from a grey to brown patina.

Stock is excellent, minimal wear. $1,500 - $2,500

5 Pair of Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistols by Fothergill .82” bore diameter at muzzle, 9.5” brass octagonal-to-round cannon barreled pistols. Circa. 1820.

The left side of the barrels feature two London proof marks. The locks are marked Fothergill, with sunburst engravings around the hammer and safetys at the rear. The brass triggerguards feature floral engravings with pineapple for finials. The brass tipped ramrods have two brass ferrules.

Both pistols in very good condition with very good bores. Stocks show dents and dings from normal field service, with one stock appearing to have an old filled in repair at the grip. $3,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

6 Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol by D. Moore .86 bore diameter at the muzzle, 6.25” brass barrel. Marked on the top of barrel London; British proofs on the left side at breech, one of which is a DM. Lockplate marked D. Moore. Rounded lock with rounded hammer and a fleur de lis engraved on the top jaw; finial on the frizzen spring. The brass sideplate features figural flags and cannons. The underside of the brass butt features a grotesque face in relief. Carved walnut stock with a silver thumb rest and relief carved clam shell motif around the upper tang. Horn tipped ramrod with two brass ferrules. Brass with nice patina. Metal parts have been cleaned in the European manner, leaving nice sharp edges with clear markings. The left side of the stock has a few age cracks, with some above the first brass ferrule.

Ramrod is perhaps a replacement. $1,500 - $2,500 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

7

The Mel Flanagan Collection

8

7 English Three-Barrel Tap Action Pistol by Twigg .38 caliber, three 3.5” brass barrels. The left side of the brass boxlock is marked Twigg, with the right side marked London. The barrels are marked 3, 4 and 5, with corresponding numbers marked at their breech. The underside of the 4 barrel breech has two English proof marks. The barrel selector is engraved, as is the iron triggerguard and upper tang. With walnut slab-sided grips. Very good with very good bores. Mellow brass patina. Grips show carry use. $1,500 - $2,000

8 A. J. Peavey Breech Loading Knife Pistol .22 caliber single-shot two-blade knife pistol; 2” barrel, S/N 410. Cocking lever marked A.J. Peavey / Pat. Sep. 5, 65 & Mar. 27, 66. Brass frame, mother-of-pearl grips. Very good. Bore dark. Frame and grips show carry usage. $1,500 - $2,500

9 Charles Lancaster Four-Shot Pistol .476 caliber, four 6.25” barrels, S/N 7775. Center of barrels marked Charles Lancaster (Patent) 151 New Bond St., London. With three British proofs on the barrels, and one corresponding proof on the frame at the breech. With checkered bird’s head profile grips.

Retaining most of the original blue finish. Some brown staining. Some light pitting on the right side of the barrels. Trigger has some dried grease. Trigger guard has some flaking, but most of the blue finish. Grips are excellent. Bores are excellent. $2,500 - $4,000

10 Brass Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistol with Folding Bayonet by Grice, London .750 bore diameter, 9” brass cannon-style barrel. Late 18th century. Folding bayonet on the right side of barrel. Left side marked Grice London. The right side of the barrel has two Birmingham proof marks. Brass boxlock style pistol. Silver thumb piece on the backstrap, with engraved silver butt cap. Walnut stock. Brass has been cleaned long ago. Stock has nicks and dings, varnished over.

Metal parts with grey to brown look. The underside of the bayonet latching mechanism on the barrel has a slight crack, but still operates. Overall very good. $2,000 - $3,000

COWAN’S HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

11 Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistol by Ketland .950” bore at muzzle, 7.75” tapered round brass barrel. Late 18th century.

Engraved on the top of barrel London with British proofs on the left flat.

Iron breech plug. Early style flat lockplate marked Ketland & Co. Engraved rass furniture with acorn finial on the trigger guard. Walnut stock with carved clamshell behind the engraved iron tang. Very nice condition with untouched patina. Stock is excellent. Overall excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

Detail

13 Unique Indian Katar Percussion Pistol .31 caliber, 5” barrel, 7” blade length.

Extensive gold koftgari work. Late 19th century to early 20th century. These are most often seen with a hidden dagger.

Green covered scabbard with engraved silver tip. The present example is the only pistol we have encountered. Excellent overall with some pitting on the guard and blade. Retaining most of the gold work. Scabbard is excellent with some light wear. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

12 Brass Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistol with Folding Bayonet by Grice .750 bore diameter, 9” round brass barrel. Late 18th century. Marked on the frame Grice London on the left side. The right side of the barrel has two stamped Birmingham proof marks. Right side has a folding bayonet. With engraved iron triggerguard. Horn tip ramrod with two brass ferrules. Walnut stock. Brass with untouched patina. Clear markings. Metal parts with dark brown patina. Grip with some nicks and dings. Overall very good. $1,500 - $2,500

14 Rare Heinrich Genhart Ten-Shot Turret Pistol .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 1003. The top of the turret features deep relief engravings of grotesque figures with grapevine and scroll motifs, and gold inlaid numbers corresponding to the turret chambers. The center of the turret features a brass button, surrounded by the engraving H. Genhart Brevete. The underside features the stamped serial number, with the corresponding number stamped in the center brass turret housing. Plain blued trigger guard, blued barrel. Blued lever. Gutta percha fluted butt cap. Finely figured walnut stock with deep relief scroll carvings on the nose of stock. The grips of the stock have a unique zig zag inlay that goes all the way around the wood, and does not appear to be a repair.

Barrel, trigger guard, lever and butt cap have been expertly refinished with a very nice rust blue. Retaining all of the blue finish. Housing retains a lovely brass patina. Top of turret is untouched with nice patina. All of the gold still remains in the numbers. Stock is excellent retaining most of the finish and minimal nicks and dings if any. Excellent example of this great rarity. $5,000 - $8,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

9

The Mel Flanagan Collection

15 Rare Square Butt Charles Lancaster Four-Shot Pistol .455 CF caliber, 6” round barrels, S/N 7140. Marked on top of the barrels Charles Lancaster’s Patent 151 New Pond St London England.

Each barrel is marked with three English proof marks, each with a corresponding proof mark at the breech of the frame. The caliber is marked at the left center barrel rib. The underside of the barrel is stamped 31, with the serial engraved on the underside of the triggerguard. Blued finish with checkered walnut grips with rare square butt. Barrels are sharp with crisp markings, nice patina with some brown staining. Some of the original blue finish appears in the protected areas. Grips are good with some nicks and dings. Bore is good, as are the mechanics. $2,500 - $4,000

17 Pair of French Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistols with Folding Bayonets, Marked Rainkin 1.09” bore width at the muzzle, 5” barrels. Circa 1800. Iron mounted boxlocks marked Jean on the right side, and Rainkin on the left. Both names appear in engraved ovals surrounded by an ivy pattern. The number 40 is engraved on both pistols behind trigger guard. The walnut slab grips feature fine checkering and silver wire inlays. Both pistols have engraved iron triggerguards that act as a release for the bayonets. Very good with very good bores. Both guns have been kept in the bright. Stocks show carry usage. $2,500 - $4,000 10

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

16 Pair of Spanish Miquelet Lock Blunderbuss Cannon-Barrel Pistols by Carbonell 1.5” bore diameter, 9” round/octagonal barrels. The iron barrels feature patterned chiselings around the flared muzzle and where the round part meets the octagonal part. The octagonal portions feature silver pattern inlays. Spanish Carbonell hallmarks are on the top of the Detail breech, stamped in gilt. Engraved brass mounts, with fleur de lis finials on the triggerguards. The brass buttcaps feature floral engravings with engraved silver buttons. Bone tipped ram-rods. Case colored locks.

Walnut stocks. Barrels retain most of the original blue finish. Locks and tangs have most of the bright case colors. Brass furniture has been cleaned. Stocks have nice dark patina in the protected areas. Some nicks and dings. Overall excellent. $3,000 - $5,000

18 Belgian Twenty-Shot Pinfire Revolver .7mm caliber, 5” round barrel. The frame is engraved, as are the raised areas on the cylinder.

With checkered gutta percha grips with a lanyard ring in the butt. All metal has grey to brown patina.

Some light pitting into the patina. Lines are sharp.

Grips are good. A great rarity in multi-shot revolvers. $1,500 - $2,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

19 Engraved Percussion Knife Pistol .38 caliber, 3.5” barrel, smoothbore, with Damascus etched finish. German silver engraved side scales. One knife blade, cleaning rod and trigger. Compartment in the butt. No markings.

Excellent overall. $2,000 - $3,000

20 Centerfire Cartridge LeMat Revolver 12mm caliber, 4.75” octagonal barrel, S/N 3. Center barrel smoothbore, marked on top of the barrel Colonel LeMat Patent. Blue finish with some of the parts finished in a straw color. Twopiece walnut grips. No proof marks. All metal is smooth and retaining a lot of the original blue, just lightly fading to a plum. Walnut grips have 21 notches cut into the right grip. Grips with some nicks and dings, have acquired a dark patina. Bores are excellent. $7,000 - $10,000

21 Pair of Blunderbuss Flintlock Pistols by JW Richards, London 1” bore diameter, 7” round brass barrels. Brass boxlocks are engraved JW Richards on the left side in an oval, and London on the right side in an oval. The underside of the barrels feature two Birmingham proofs. The boxlocks feature a safety on the back of the hammers. Engraved iron trigger guards. Horn tipped ramrods with steel worms. Walnut grips. Excellent overall, brass has been cleaned long ago. Grips have some slight nicks and dings, but are very good overall. $3,500 - $5,000

22 English Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol 1” bore diameter, 6” brass octagonal-to-round barrel. Walnut stock, spring-loaded bayonet on top of barrel, brass mounts, horn tipped ram-rod. Iron lock marked Blanch and engraved.

Excellent overall with a very good bore. Wood and metal show very little field service. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

11

The Mel Flanagan Collection

23 English Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol by Bond .830 bore diameter at muzzle, 4” octagonal-to-round brass barrel with folding bayonet. The top flat of the barrel is marked 59 Lombard St / London. Engraved lock marked W. Bond, with safety and a roller on the frizzen spring. The brass triggerguard has floral engrvavings and a pineapple form finial. With silver escutheon and a silver thumbprint on the grip. The underside of the butt has a figural brass lion. Checkered highly figured walnut stock. This pistol is very sharp and crisp with nice lines. Brass barrel with a nice patina. Lock has a dark mottled look. Stock is excellent. $2,500 - $4,000

25 Belgian Eight-Shot Percussion Pistol .30 caliber, 3” barrels. Engraved frame a hidden bar hammer, spur off trigger guard, ebony grip with cap box. Marked JJH Brevette in the engraving on the back of the tang. All metal has been cleaned.

Engraving is sharp and crisp. Grips are excellent. Some light staining on the barrels. Overall very good. $2,000 - $3,000

12

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Detail

24 Tortoise Shell Percussion Knife Pistol .30 caliber, 5” barrel. Tortoise shell handles. The knife features a 4.5” folding spear point blade and a 1.25” auger. Very good.

Bore is dark. Grip on the left side is chipped near butt. Barrel has brown patina. $1,500 - $2,500

26 English Four-Barrel Tap Action Flintlock Pistol by Brander & Potts .30 caliber, 2” barrels. Safeties on the back of hammers. Checkered walnut grips with engraved silver cap. Maker marked in a silver oval cartouche “Brander Potts, London”. Engraved boxlocks and trigger guard. Barrels are British proofed. Very good with a very good bore. Mottled grey patina throughout. The grips are good with minor nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,500

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection 28 Urwin & Rodgers Percussion Knife Pistol .220 bore diameter, 3.5” German silver barrel.

British proofs on the left flat of barrel near the breech. Horn handles. Two blades. With buttplate compartment marked 1 on the interior. Excellent overall. Horn handles are excellent. Blades have been cleaned with just traces of light staining. $1,500 - $2,500 27 Double-Hammer Six-Shot Percussion Pepperbox by Purdey of London .31 caliber, 3.5” round barrels with ribs. Marked on the rib Purdey London.

Safeties on both hammers. Shield around the percussion nipples. Brass sight beads on the ribs in between the barrels. Engraved frame, trigger guard; cap box in the butt. Checkered walnut grip. This revolver is very sharp and crisp with nice untouched patina. Nice dark brown very crisp. Grips are excellent.

Double-hammer pepperbox pistols are seldom seen and considered very rare. $1,500 - $2,500

29 Dumonthier Pinfire Knife Pistol 8mm caliber, 5.5” octagonal barrel with 9” Bowie-type blade beneath with etched panel on both sides of the blade, S/N 458. The blade is marked on the left side Dumonthier B.S.G.D.C. Vine engraved cylinder and frame. The cylinder has a Belgian Liege proof mark. Checkered walnut grips. All metal is grey to brown. Nice lines with sharp and crisp engraving. Etched panels are visible on both sides of the blade. Grips are very good. $2,000 - $3,000 30 Cased Pair of Irish Flintlock Dueling Pistols by Pattison .625” bore diameter, smooth bore, 9.25” octagonal barrels with patent breech. The top flat of the barrels are engraved Pattison, Dublin. Engraved locks marked Pattison. Engraved blued furniture, including fleur de lis engraved triggerguards with pineapple finials. Fancy walnut stocks with floral engraved buttcaps and horn tipped ramrods with two ferrules. In a green-lined mahogany case with partitions. Red leather-covered compartment flask.

No molds or cleaning rods. Barrel and locks are grey with sharp lines. Some staining and light pitting.

Stock with very sharp lines and no finish. One of the stocks has an age crack on the left side opposite the lock. Case has no lining in the lid. Overall very good set of pistols still retaining some of the blue on the iron parts. Case is a later attempt. Flask is excellent still retaining most of the red leather. $3,000 - $4,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

13

The Mel Flanagan Collection

14

31 English Two Barrel Tap Action Flintlock Pistol By Jover .40 caliber, 3.25” brass barrels. Boxlock marked Jover on the left side, and London on the right. The top barrel is marked 1 at the breech, with its corresponding number on the frame. The underside of the frame has two crown over V proof marks. The boxlock has a safety mechanism at the rear. The barrel selector has an engraved screw. The engraved iron triggerguard acts as the release for the folding bayonet. With slab walnut grip. The folding bayonet is marked D-1. Very good with very good bores. Grips show dents and dings from normal wear. $2,000 - $3,000

32 Late 15th Century Iron Wheellock 10” iron wheellock proofed on face of lock with hallmark containing “S-serpent-I.” Late 15th century. Complete lock. Overall very good. Dark untouched patina. $1,500 - $2,000

33 **Korilbri Pistol 2.7mm caliber, 1.5” barrel, S/N 22186. “14” after the serial number is a proof mark. Finely checkered gutta percha grips. Blue finish. Excellent overall condition, retaining some of the original blue finish with some flaking. $1,000 - $2,000

34 **Mainville 18-Shot Flare Signal / Tear Gas Gun 25 mm, 9.75” round barrel length, S/N 792. Markings on top of frame “Mainville Mfg. Co.” Stainless steel finish with black checkered grips with “M” logo marked at top. Single bead front sight. These guns were used as signals, crowd control and riot control. Common use for police departments and prisons. Condition is very good to excellent. $1,000 - $2,000

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection 35 Austrian Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol, Marked Valentin Holenburg 1” bore diameter, 9.25” octagonal-to-round barrel length.

Top of barrel marked Valentin Holenburg. Engraved top tang with sight. Flat side lock with beveled edges. Flat hammer and fancy frizzen with finial. Engraved brass buttplate with brass trigger guard, side lock and original horn tip ramrod.

Carved walnut stock. The barrel has sharp and crisp lines with a mottled gray patina. The hammer, lock and frizzen have a tarnished to gray patina. The brass furniture has an untouched yellowing patina. The stock is very good with sharp and crisp lines and minimal wear. Bore is dark. $3,500 - $5,000

36 Double-Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol By Brown, London .84” bore diameter at muzzles, 7.8” octagonal-to-round barrels with folding bayonet on top of the barrels. Circa 1800. The center flat of the barrels are marked Brown on one and London on the other, and each feature two proof marks on the side. The locks are each marked Brown, and feature engraved hammer screws and floral engravings at the rear. The steel tang has a release mechanism for the bayonet, and is engraved with floral motifs. The brass triggerguard features a floral engraving and a pineapple form finial. The walnut stock features two wedges, two brass ferrules and a horn tipped ramrod. Barrels with nice patina. Blade, locks and tang with even dark patina.

Stock is excellent with minimal nicks and dings. Stock has dark patina. Overall excellent example of this rare double-barrel flint pistol. $7,500 - $10,000

37 Jarre 10-Shot Harmonica Pistol 7.65mm pinfire caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 208. 10” in length overall. Matching numbers on the barrel and harmonica magazine. The left side of the barrel is engraved Jarre, with the right side engraved a Paris. The right side also features the Jarre company oval stamp. Walnut grips, iron construction. All metal is a mottled grey to brown. All lines are nice and sharp. Grips are excellent. The mechanics are excellent. $3,500 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

15

The Mel Flanagan Collection

38 Early European Flintlock Four-Shot Pistol by Locke .40 caliber, four 4” barrels. Four-shot, early style pistol with safety on the lock. The lockplate is engraved Locke. Walnut stock with figural brass lion head club butt. Needs some fine tuning.

Action is a little sloppy. All metal has a dark brown patina with some pitting. Stock has been varnished over. Brass butt has untouched patina. Rare configuration of a four-shot. $1,500 - $2,500

39 English Brass Frame Boxlock with Folding Bayonet Marked Canterbury Green .670 bore diameter at muzzle, 3” brass round-to-octagonal barrel with ramrod and folding spring-loaded bayonet.

Circa 1820. The underside of the barrel has two Birmingham proof marks, with the bayonet having a crown over DL proof. The left side of the box lock is engraved Green in a shield, with the right side engraved Canterbury. The box lock features an engraved safety. The iron triggerguard features an engraved shield, and slides back to act as the bayonet release. With walnut slab sided grips with a silver thumbprint. Very good with a very good bore. Mellow patina on brass frame and barrel. Grips show carry use.

Butterfield & Butterfield, 1993 $1,500 - $2,000

40 Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol by John Richards, London .82” bore diameter at muzzle, 9” brass cannon style barrel. Circa 1780. Marked on the top of the barrel Strand London, with two proof marks stamped on the left. Lockplate marked JW Richards.

Iron breech and lock, with floral engravings at the rear and on the hammer. The steel tang has floral engravings. The brass triggerguard has a floral engraving and an acorn form finial. Horn tipped ramrod with two brass ferrules. Brass with nice untouched patina. Lock with nice sharp and crisp grey to brown patina. Stock is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500 16

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

Left Side

41 Silver-Mounted Spanish Miquelet Blunderbuss Pistol 1.15” bore diameter at muzzle; barrel length is 5.75” with an overall length of 10.8”. Circa 1750. The barrel features ornate gold and silver inlays throughout. There is an iron belt hook on the left side of the gun and the wood stock displays fully and finely pierced overlays of silver in multiple design work including fanciful faces and creatures. The ramrod is retained. This beautiful little blunderbuss is in overall fine condition with a crisp action, pleasing patina to all surfaces and is expertly constructed. $6,000 - $8,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

17

The Mel Flanagan Collection

Left Side

42 American Seven-Shot Flintlock Volley Gun .36 caliber, 18.5� round barrel, rotating seven-shot barrel with brass pin front sights and a sighting ring 6� from the breech. Each barrel has rifling. Lockplate marked John Golcher, Easton.

Brass furniture with curly maple stock. Two-piece engraved patchbox. Barrel has a dark patina with some light pitting mixing in. Lockplate is grey to brown. Brass with nice patina. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. Overall excellent and very rare piece of American gun making. $5,000 - $7,000

Detail

18

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

43 English Flintlock Blunderbuss by Brasher 1.25” bore diameter, 14.25” brass octagonal-to-round barrel. Folding bayonet under barrel and unusual ramrod mounted on the left side. Brass furniture, walnut stock. Brass is excellent. Lockplate and tang with dark brown patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. Stock still retains a dark red patina. $2,500 - $3,500

44 Austrian Flintlock Elliptical Bore Blunderbuss by N. Oesterlein 1.5” bore diameter, 23.75” octagonal-to-elliptical bore. Marked on the top of the barrel N. Oesterlein. Early style with heavy butt, carvings behind the tang and around the cheek piece. Moldings along the bottom of the stock and ramrod channel. Brass furniture with brass sideplate. Early style lock with flat hammer and faceted pan, curved lockplate. Barrel and lock with an even look. Dark brown patina. Stock untouched with dark patina. Very small minute crack in the stock on the right side forward of the rear ferule. Overall a nice untouched blunderbuss. $2,000 - $3,000

45 Mid-18th Century English Flintlock Blunderbuss Marked T.P. London 1.375” round bore diameter. 16” octagonal-to-round barrel, British proofs near the breech. Barrel marked dated London 1741. Fancy brass sideplate with saddle ring. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Nice early gun with untouched patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

19

The Mel Flanagan Collection

46 Italian Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss 1.5” elliptical bore diameter, 21” octagonal-to-elliptical. Early flat hammer and faceted pan with finial on frizzen spring. Iron mounted with silver wire inlays. European walnut folding stock. Raised carving around the furniture. Barrel is very sharp and crisp with blue to brown patina.

Lockplate and furniture is grey to brown. Stock with nice patina. A crack through the stock at the rear ferule. $2,000 - $4,000

47 Flintlock Blunderbuss Carbine by Perry, London Bore diameter 1.125” round bore, 15.5” octagonal-to-round barrel with folding bayonet on the right side. British barrel proofs on the left side at breech, patent breech, marked on top of the barrel Perry London. Engraved lockplate and hammer with Perry on the rear of the lockplate.

Engraved hammer has a notch in it for the bayonet catch. White brass furniture. Engraved trigger guard with acorn finial. Engraved butt plate.

Engraved thumb rest behind tang, engraved tang with sight groove. Engraved skeleton side plate and ferules. Highly figured walnut stock with raised carving behind tang of seashell with crossed sabers. Brass barrel has an untouched patina with sharp and crisp markings. Lock and tang with sharp engraving a silvery grey blending to a light patina. Stock retaining most of the original finish with darker patina in all of the protected areas.

Carving is exquisite and very sharp and crisp. Highly unusual with the carved crossed sabers. $5,000 - $8,000

48 Swiss Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss 2.75” elliptical bore diameter, 15.75” octagonal-to-elliptical barrel. Hallmarks on top flat near the breech; engraved lock and tang. Safety on the back of lock just behind the hammer. Deep relief engraved trigger guard and buttplate. Brass ferules and side plate. Walnut stock. Barrel is sharp and crisp, brown with some blue bleeding through. Lock is sharp and crisp. Brass is excellent. Stock with untouched look. Some nicks and dings. $3,000 - $4,500 20

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

49 Belgian Flintlock Blunderbuss by Laurent Gilles 1.25” bore diameter, 15.25” octagonal-to-round engraved iron barrel. Rounded lockplate with safety on the back of hammer. Lock marked Laurent Gilles. Iron mounted with deep raised carved walnut stock. All metal has been cleaned to bright with sharp and crisp lines.

Stock is excellent having been cleaned once. Overall excellent. $3,000 - $4,000

50 English Blunderbuss by Ketland & Co. 1” bore diameter, 15.5” octagonal-to-round barrel with folding bayonet under the barrel. Lockplate marked Ketland and the barrel marked London with British proofs near the breech. Patent breech. Brass furniture; carved beaver tail behind the tang; walnut stock.

Brass barrel has been lightly polished. Lockplate with nice dark brown patina. Stock with some nicks and dings. Very nice early gun. $2,500 - $3,500

51 Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss with Folding Stock by Mercier 1.5” diameter elliptical bore, 18.75” round to octagonal barre with inlayed gold bands and intricate silver leaf and vine motifs at the muzzle, middle and breech. Barrel has a dark patina finish protected by a coat of clear lacquer, engraved tang, original flint. Lock has convex goose neck hammer and plate marked “MERCEIR”, properly functioning. Walnut stock has raised carving around the ramrod channel and triggerguard, silver wire inlay on the sides of the forearm, around the barrel tang and on the comb of the buttstock, oval mother-of-pearl wrist escutcheon. Iron furniture with stylized fern and vase finials, side plate with saddle ring and long hook. Stock hinged at the wrist with button lock. Complete with wood ramrod with iron disc tip. Bore dark but smooth, no pitting, metal and stock well preserved showing light age and service wear. $2,000 - $3,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

21

The Mel Flanagan Collection

52 English Flintlock Blunderbuss by Rimes 1.25” diameter bore, 16” brass round barrel with cannon style muzzle, London proofs on the breech, iron tang, original flint. Rounded goose neck hammer and lockplate maker marked “RIMES”, action functions properly. Walnut stock with swirled pattern grain, raised beaver tail carved around the barrel tang, brass furniture, wood ramrod with horn tip. Bore dark but should clean to good, lock finish aging to gray, brass has been cleaned in the past, stock has some wood loss around the lock and a crack around the side plate. $2,000 - $3,000

53 English Flintlock Blunderbuss with Folding Bayonet by Bass 1.75” elliptical bore diameter, 15” brass round to octagonal barrel flared at the muzzle, engraved “London” on the top face with two crowned proof marks on the breech, original flint. Has a folding bayonet with 12” triangular blade mounted on top near the muzzle.

English lockplate with goose neck cock, plate engraved with London maker’s name “Bass” (John Bass 1761-95). Walnut stock with engraved brass furniture, complete with wood ramrod. Bore dark but smooth, lock with light brown patina, barrel and fittings have been cleaned in the past. Light age and service wear on the stock with a small amount of wood lose behind the hammer. $2,500 - $3,500

22

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

54 Henry Harrington Breech Loading Percussion Volley Rifle Approximately .22 caliber, 19” barrel with 19 chambers. The round barrel has a brass bead sight at the muzzle and has a 1.5” diameter. The top flat of the breechblock is marked Henry Harrington Patent 1837 Southbridge Mass. The breechblock features a swinging loading gate, and has a lever on the side of the frame that locks it in place. The lock, hammer, frame and upper tang all feature scroll engravings. The walnut stock has a flat underbelly and an engraved flat profile buttplate that is silver plated over brass. The barrel has an even dark plum patina throughout, with some areas of spotting. The frame, hammer, upper tang, trigger guard and lock all have a dark plum patina. The breechblock has some areas of pitting, as well as a few dings to the edges on its underside, extending onto the frame. The frame also has some minor areas of pitting. The stock has some nicks and dings, as well as several age cracks on either side of the butt.

Most of the silver plate is worn from the buttplate to show some brass underneath. The bores are all in good condition and could all use a cleaning. The mechanics are good. $2,000 - $3,000

Detail

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

55 Henry Pieper Seven-Shot Volley Gun .22 rimfire caliber, 25.5” round barrel with seven chambers, S/N 103. This rare and unique rolling block volley gun features seven-round barrel cluster in a single 1” diameter sleeve. The barrel has a raised blade front sight and an adjustable dovetail rear sight. Proof marks, including a Belgian Liege mark, are stamped on the left side of the barrel, with the serial on the right. The frame has a matte engraving, with the spur on the lever having checkering. The fancy grain pistol grip stock and forearm feature deluxe checkering, an engraved gripcap and a checkered shotgun style buttplate marked H. Pieper, Liege. The barrel has a flat plum patina with crisp markings. The frame has a silver and plum mottled patina with light traces of case coloring remaining in the protected areas on the frame, breechblock and lever.

There is an area of light pitting on the right side of the frame. The stock has normal nicks and dings associated with use, with light fading to the checkering on the forearm. The bores have crisp rifling with very good mechanics. $1,500 - $2,000

56 Early 17th Century Wheellock Blunderbuss 2.25” bore diameter, 25” octagonal-to-round barrel. Early hallmark with the initials JH. Full stock with finger groove-style trigger guard.

Early style walnut stock. Barrel and lock with sharp and crisp grey look. Some very fine pitting and grey staining. Stock was cleaned long ago and has a nice dark look. $8,000 - $12,000

57 Mid-18th Century Germanic Blunderbuss 1.95” bore diameter, 26” octagonal-to-round barrel. Dog lock with safety on the back of hammer. Brass furniture with raised carved stock. Horn tipped ramrod with two brass ferrules. The stock has a horn tipped forend, and a sliding door compartment in the right side of the butt. Brass has tarnished look. Metal with a grey to brown look. Stock has had a couple of repairs.

2002 Hermann Historica Auction $1,500 - $2,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

23

The Mel Flanagan Collection

Left Side

Details

58 Mid-17th Century Germanic Wheellock Blunderbuss 1.75” bore diameter, 22” barrel with German proofs top flat. Walnut stock, iron wheellock, long cavalry bar on left side. Brass tag on trigger guard reads F.W. Roebling III, Collection Trenton N.J. 51. From a descendant of the famous bridge builders, including the Cincinnati Suspension Bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge. Very good. Metal has been cleaned as in the European fashion. Wood shows dents and dings from extensive service; missing a sliver of wood along barrel channel.

Little John’s/Roebling Collection $15,000 - $25,000 24

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

59 Early-18th Century Dutch Blunderbuss 2.2” bore at the muzzle, 24.25” octagonal barrel, round and flared at the muzzle with a carved crown band below the flare and at the breech. Original flint. Lock has an unmarked convex plate and gooseneck hammer. Walnut stock has a heavy high comb buttstock in the Dutch-German fashion, raised carved mortise around the barrel tang, ramrod channel and trigger guard. Horn stock end cap. Iron furniture features a fluted trigger guard, pierced vine-like side plate and buttplate with extended comb tang. Complete with iron sling swivels and a wooden ramrod. Good. Even dark patina. Bore dark but with little pitting. Stock is cracked across the mortise in front of the lock, on the forearm near the muzzle and half way down the barrel channel. $3,500 - $6,000

60 Mid- to Late 18th Century Dog Lock English Blunderbuss by Whately .80 caliber at the muzzle, 21.25” half-round, half-octagonal barrel with a flared muzzle. A crown over “IW” proof mark on the breech.

Original flint. Lock has flat hammer, dog lock catch and plate marked with mostly legible “WHATELY.” Walnut stock has brass furniture, the rear ramrod pipe is lacking and its place covered with wood putty. Complete with a broken and repaired wood ramrod with brass tip. Good. Bore dark and pitted. Metal lightly cleaned some time ago, stock sanded and refinished. $1,500 - $2,500

61 Late 8th Century Austrian Elliptical Bore Blunderbuss 2.15” across the muzzle, 22.5” half round, half octagonal barrel with flared, elliptical muzzle and button front sight, original flint, unmarked flat lockplate and gooseneck hammer. Walnut stock has raised carved lock and barrel tang mortises and ramrod channel.

Brass furniture with stylized fleur-de-lis buttplate tang and trigger guard with hand rest. Complete with a wooden ramrod. Very good.

Bore dark but smooth. Barrel finish turning an even plum. Lock mostly bright. Stock has light normal service and age wear. $2,000 - $3,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

25

The Mel Flanagan Collection

62 Mid-18th Century English Blunderbuss by B. Farmer 1.75” bore diameter, 27” British proofed brass cannon barrel. The iron barrel tang is engraved and has a sight groove. The walnut stock is relief carved around the iron upper tang. The Iron lock is markedB. Farmer. The brass side plate features floral engravings. The brass triggerguard has a floral engraving on the underside with an acanthus finial. The brass buttplate has a floral engraved finial. With a brass tipped ramrod and two brass ferrules. Very good. Mechanically sound. Brass has a mellow golden patina. Stock shows light service wear. $2,000 - $3,000

63 Late 18th Century English Blunderbuss by Richards 1.125” diameter, 15.25” octagonal-to-round barrel. Top of barrel marked London; engraved tang. Engraved lock with safety behind hammer, roller on the frizzen. This is not a folding bayonet, but spring loaded and mounted on the right side of barrel. A button releases it from the catch. Engraved iron-mounted furniture. Checkered walnut stock. Barrel retains most of the original brown finish.

Some wear to the high edges. Some thinning on the middle part of the barrel. Lock is very crisp with a mottled grey look. Stock is excellent with some very few nicks and dings. $2,000 - $3,500

64 Chinese Jingal Percussion Wall Gun, Ca. 1860 .92 caliber, a massive weapon, overall length 86.5”, with a 66.5” round barrel flared at the muzzle with decorative engraved lines and fixed blade rear sight. Back action lock functions properly, completely unmarked. Four-band Asian walnut stock with brass furniture and a single iron sling swivel. The jingal was operated by a two-man team and was a principle firearm in the late Qing Dynasty’s arsenal. This example was made around the time of the Teiping Rebellion (1850-1864) and would have still been in service during the Boxer Uprising (1900-1901). Good; Even dark patina, hairline crack in the stock opposite the lock. Normal service wear and minor recent abrasions on the wood. $1,500 - $2,500 26

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection

Left Side

Details

65 Italian Lazaro Lazrino Elliptical Bore Flintlock Blunderbuss 1.75” elliptical bore diameter, 15.75” round-to-elliptical barrel. Engraved and marked in a banner on top of the barrel Lazaro Lazrino. Early style curved beveled lockplate with rounded hammer. Silver inlaid caved ebony stock. Silver mounted. Stock is inlaid with silver trophies of Ottoman arms. Raised carved stock especially around ramrod channel and back of tang. Barrel has been cleaned to bright. Lockplate and hammer have been polished bright. Stock with exceptional carvings. Silver with nice patina. Screw heads are all highly polished and blued. Exceptional looking piece. $3,500 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

27

The Mel Flanagan Collection

66 Mid-19th Century Spanish Percussion Blunderbuss 1.5” bore diameter, 18.625” octagonal-to-round barrel. Round bore. Top of barrel with silver inlay and proof marks. Very fancy hammer with serpent head and four-leg body. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Barrel still retains most of the original brown finish with the silver inlays oxidized black. Lock with nice dark brown finish. Brass furniture is excellent. Stock with nice dark patina. $2,000 - $3,000

67 English Flintlock Blunderbuss with Folding Bayonet by Thos. Jackson 1.25” round bore diameter, 14 brass barrel with folding bayonet. British proofs near the breech. Thos Jackson marked on the lockplate.

Safety behind hammer. Brass furniture, checkered walnut stock. Barrel has very sharp markings. Lock and hammer have been cleaned with a grey to brown look. Sharp markings and edges. Stock is excellent with nice open-grained look. $2,500 - $3,500

28

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The Mel Flanagan Collection — End

Detail Lot 47

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

29

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

68 First LeMat Wood Patent Model with U.S. Patent Model Tag The unique, one-of-a-kind model for the LeMat revolver submitted to the U.S. Patent Office for protection against competitors. This wood and metal model retains the original Patent Office tag with inked inscription No 15925 1856, Alexander Le Mat Fire-Arms Oct 21st 1856. 12� length; frame, hammer are made of metal. Cylinder strap made of brass. End of cylinder has inked simulated holes. Hammer is unique, demonstrating the extra part of the hammer to strike the center smoothbore.

From 1790-1880 all patent applications in the United States were required to include a detailed model of the invention itself. Hundreds of thousands of these models were housed in the U.S. Patent building until 1925, when the collection was sold to industrialist Sir Henry Wellcome who dreamed of building a museum dedicated to the patent model. The stock market crash of 1929 dashed these plans, and the collection changed hands numerous times. Today, the collection is largely dispersed, though two organizations still retain thousands of models.

This extraordinary model is well-known among LeMat collectors and is illustrated in the following: Forgett, J Valmore and Serpette 1996 LeMat, The Man, The Gun. Arms and Militaria Press, illustrated pages 24-27.

Adams, Doug.

2006 The Confederate LeMat Revolver. Andrew Mowbray Inc., illustrated page 15.

Provenance: A.J. Thill Mark Aziz Henry M. Stewart Dr. R. L. Moore M. Clifford Young Excellent condition for this one-of-a-kind item. It has great importance to the collectors of LeMats.

Details $7,500 - $10,000

30

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

Detail

69 Relic Transitional LeMat Percussion Revolver from the Battle of Franklin Tennessee .42 caliber, 6.75” full octagonal barrel. Spur trigger guard, no grips. Six of the chambers are still loaded. Though its serial number has not yet been positively ascertained it appears to be 801, stamped on the left side of the grip near the main spring.

This relic LeMat is a transitional model, exhibiting both First Model features such as the spur trigger guard, swiveling lanyard ring, frame pivot lever and small protruding spurs on either side of the nose of the hammer; Second Model features are its octagonal barrel and left side loading lever assembly.

Cliff Young’s notes indicate that this relic was purportedly unearthed near the banks of the Harpeth River, near Franklin, Tennessee. It is obviously a relic from the Battle of Franklin, November 30th, 1864, involving Hood’s Army of Tennessee. Hood suffered over 6000 casualties, while Union General John Schofield, losing only 2300 in casualties, withdrew and moved to join Sherman in the Nashville Campaign. The loss at Franklin substantially contributed to Hood’s crushing defeat at Nashville.

M. Clifford Young obtained the relic from Fred Edmunds. Relic condition; no grips. $3,000 - $6,000 Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

31

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

Detail

32

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

70 Baby LeMat Percussion Revolver .32 caliber, 41 caliber smoothbore, 4” octagonal barrel, S/N 1327. All matching numbers, no markings on top of the barrel. Checkered walnut grips. There is a small notch on the right side of the barrel close to the muzzle.

Provenance: Andy Palmer’s Firearms Collection, C. B. Charles Auction Galleries, October, 1972, Lot 436.

M. Clifford Young This revolver is very good with a smooth brown patina. The hammer screw has been restored and two chips of wood have been professionally repaired and checkering re-done. Overall a very good example of a Baby LeMat percussion revolver. A small chip of wood missing out of the left grip about 3/8” of an inch from the butt. $17,500 - $27,500

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

71 Rigdon & Ansley Cartridge Conversion Revolver .38 RF caliber, 7.437” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 1780. Numbered on the backstrap, trigger guard, frame, barrel, loading lever, front of the loading lever catch. Marked on the top flat of barrel CSA. Original cylinder with 12 cylinder slots. Brass backstrap and trigger guard. Walnut grips. Conversion was made post-war by cutting the back of the original cylinder and adding a recoil shield with notching at the top so the hammer with a rectangular firing pin could strike the cartridge Literature: McDowell, R. Bruce. “A Rigdon & Ansley Confederate Revolver Conversion.” The Gun Report, 02/00.

Barrel and loading lever have a nice untouched look with sharp edges and some blue bleeding through the plum patina. Frame and cylinder also with an untouched patina. Backstrap and trigger guard have a dark patina. Walnut grips are very good with some nicks and dings. A very rare use of a Confederate revolver, modifying it to cartridge.

Eldon Owens, M. Clifford Young $20,000 - $30,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Detail

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

33

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

72 Spiller & Burr Cartridge Conversion Revolver .38 RF caliber, 6.875” octagonal barrel, S/N 700. The only markings are on the left side of the frame with C.S. in the bottom left corner. Brass frame with steel cylinder, barrel and hammer. Walnut grips. This revolver was converted to rimfire cartridge after the Civil War using an original Spiller & Burr revolver. The original cylinder had the rear portion sawed off with a collar added and the frame notched so the hammer could strike the back of the cartridge.

This specific Spiller & Burr was the subject of the article “A Spiller & Burr Confederate Revolver Conversion”, R. Bruce McDowell, The Gun Report, 12/99.

Brass with untouched patina. Barrel and cylinder have a dark plum patina. Loading lever is evenly matched with the barrel and cylinder. Grips with untouched patina and a small chip out on the right side of the grip. Overall excellent untouched condition.

Cecil Anderson, Tom McVay, Fred Edmunds, M. Clifford Young $20,000 - $30,000

Detail

34

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

73 Engraved LeMat Percussion Revolver with LeMat Made Extension Barrel .42 caliber, 6.875” octagonal barrel, S/N 18. With extension barrel 15.75” octagonal-to-round with front folding sight. No markings on the barrel. Smoothbore barrel has the serial number markings and Birmingham proofs. Engraved frame, loading lever and octagonal barrel. Checkered walnut grips with lanyard ring in the butt of the pistol grip. Light tin finish. Other than the engraving, its features and extension barrel give every indication that this specimen is a “Navy” type.

This is the ONLY known surviving example, and comes with a lengthy collection history beginning with the October, 1918 issue of Hobbies Magazine where a drawing of the gun was illustrated. This revolver was also in three major collections before being purchased by Mr. Young.

Provenance: Ben Ames Williams Collection Charles Bricker Collection Norman Flayderman Sales Catalog M. Clifford Young Collection Barrel is sharp and crisp with a light brown patina. Smooth-bore barrel has a grey to brown patina.

Cylinder has some traces of tin finish blending with a brown patina. Frame has some traces in the protected areas of tin finish, but the rest has turned to the brown patina. The extension barrel has a brown patina that blends well with the rest of the revolver. Overall it has nice sharp and crisp lines with an untouched patina. $25,000 - $50,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Details

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

35

ails

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

Details 36

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

74 Engraved LeMat Second Model Percussion Revolver .42 caliber, 6.525” octagonal barrel, .640 smoothbore, S/N 2475. Barrel marked on top Systeme LEMAT “B” Paris.

Left side of barrel with serial number and LM under a five-pointed star. Engraved frame and cylinder in vines and floral designs. Engraved smoothbore barrel band. Walnut grips at one time embellished with silver inlays, most now missing. A fine, engraved LeMat, almost certainly used by a Confederate officer.

Literature: Adams, Doug.

2006 The Confederate LeMat Revolver. Andrew Mowbray Inc. Illustrated, page 69.

Albaugh III, William A., Benet, Hugh Jr., and Simmons, Edward.

2012 Confederate Handguns: Concerning the Guns, the Men who Made Them, and the Times of Their Use. Literary Licensing. Illustrated page 103.

All metal is sharp and crisp with nice untouched brown patina; all barrel and other markings similarly crisp and clear. Walnut grips with nicks and dings; lacking most of the original silver inlays.

M. Clifford Young $25,000 - $35,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

75 J. H. Dance & Brothers Navy Percussion Confederate Revolver Without Recoil Shield .36 caliber, 7.375” octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 135. Numbered on the barrel, cylinder, backstrap, trigger guard, cylinder pin and hammer. Three cylinder pins on the back of the cylinder remain; the rest are battered down from use. Made without recoil shield. Brass backstrap and trigger guard. One-piece walnut grip.

Always considered a “holy grail” for the advanced Confederate arms collector, the Texas J.H. Dance & Brothers revolver was produced in both .44 caliber, and rarely, .36 caliber. Total production for the Dance was approximately 325 to 500, and most scholars believe that 275-350 were in the larger caliber size.

Few honest .36 caliber Dance revolvers exist today. Early Dance Navy’s are known with a recoil shield, but they are few in number and all that have survived have serial numbers below 100. Likewise, of those Dance Navy’s without a recoil shield, very few are known today. There is no serial number overlap for the guns with or without a recoil shield.

This revolver has been known to collectors since 1954, when Cincinnati collector and founding member of The American Society of Arms Collectors Herman Strumpf sold it to Cliff Young for the unheard of sum of $1000. At the time — serial number 135 — was one of two known examples of the Dance Navy in .36 caliber and without recoil shield. The only other example, serial number 119, remains part of the Nunnemacher Collection of Firearms, curated by the Milwaukee Public Museum. Since then, a few additional examples have surfaced, though less than ten are known to exist.

Literature: Albaugh, William.

1963 Confederate Handguns. Riling This gun is illustrated on the back cover, as well as on page 159.

Gary, Bill.

1987 Confederate Revolvers. Taylor Publishing, page. 66.

Wiggins, Gary.

1986 Dance & Brothers Texas Gunmakers of the Confederacy. Moss Publications, pages 72-73.

All metal has untouched patina with a dark even look. Some pitting blending in as well as some black staining. All lines are sharp and crisp. Brass backstrap and trigger guard with untouched patina and even look. Barrel still retains the rifling with some pitting and rough bore. Grips are good with dark patina. Two old hairline cracks have been repaired on both sides of the grips at the frame. $40,000 - $80,000 Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

37

Leech & Rigdon Percussion Revolver Captured from the C.S.S. Tennessee at Mobile Bay

Left Side

38

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 76 Leech & Rigdon Percussion Revolver Captured from the C.S.S. Tennessee at Mobile Bay .36 caliber, 7.5” part octagonal-to-round barrel, S/N 605. Cryptic four dots under the serial number on the trigger guard. Marked on top of barrel flat Leech & Rigdon CSA. Blued finish with brass backstrap and trigger guard. One piece walnut grips with silver oval plaque inlaid in the right grip, and engraved in block letters and flowing script: Ensign P. Fred Harrington U.S. Navy, USS Monongahela, Mobile Bay Alabama Friday, Aug 5th 1864 Captured with the Rebel Ironclad Tennessee.

A recent in-depth study on the Leech & Rigdon and Rigdon-Ansley Confederate revolvers sheds light on the approximate date of manufacture of this revolver. Leech & Rigdon moved their base of operations to Greensboro, Georgia in late 1862.

At that point, the serial number range approached as high as 400 revolvers. Therefore, it can be surmised that this revolver (S/N 605) was manufactured during the early months of 1863, and indicates that it was in Confederate service for approximately eighteen months before its capture in Mobile Bay in early August, 1864.

Ensign Purnell Frederick Harrington of Dover, Delaware was appointed midshipman at the U.S. Naval Academy in September. 1861 and ordered into active service in September, 1863.

Promoted to acting Ensign on October 1, 1863, he served on the Ticonderoga, Niagara and was attached to the steam-sloop Monongahela, West Gulf Blockading Squadron, 1864-1865.

Harrington was an active participant in the battle of Mobile Bay on August 5, 1864.

After Mobile Bay, Harrington continued his service in the Navy with the Monongahela, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Commander in 1868. He served continuously thereafter, retiring June 6, 1906 as a Rear Admiral and died in Yonkers, NY Oct. 20, 1937.

The Union Navy’s assault on their Confederate counterparts protecting the strategically important Mobile Bay was one of the most heralded Naval actions of the Civil War. On August 5, 1864, Admiral David Farragut took his stripped-for-action squadron of 18 ships and four monitors into the bay to test the Confederate defenses. The steam sloop Monongahela was part of the assaulting fleet. Farragut was met by his Confederate counterpart, Admiral Franklin Buchannan aboard his flagship, the immense, heavy ram, Tennessee. In the ensuing battle, the Monongahela per-formed valiantly, bombarding several Confederate forts, and finally, at top speed, rammed the heavily armored Tennessee, actually mounting her, but sliding off her sloping sides.

Damaged, the Monongahela continued to fight until the Tennessee surrendered about an hour later to the superior Union forces.

According to the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Navies (Series 1, Volume 21:841), besides the ship’s Captain and Admiral Buchanan, 19 prisoners were taken from the Tennessee.

In a letter to his brother Sam, written on August 18, 1864, Ensign Harrington described the battle and the role of his ship, the Monongahela. In describing the Tennessee and the damage it incurred during the fight, he noted “Immediately after the fight, I went on board the ram.” While Harrington makes no mention of “capturing” Leech and Rigdon S/N 605, his letter home makes it abundantly clear he had the opportunity to collect a souvenir of war.

LITERATURE: Duncan, Richard P. 1978 “The Storming of Mobile Bay.” The Alabama Historical Quarterly, Vol. XL (1-2):6-19.

Gary, William A. 1987 Confederate Revolvers. K8 Communications, p. 21.

Hartzler, Daniel D. 1989 Confederate Presentation and Inscribed Swords and Revolvers. Olde Soldier Books, Inc. p. 324.

Pictured within a photograph of Clifford Young’s display on the “Battle of Mobile Bay,” ASAC Bulletin #64, May 1991: page 59.

Pictured on page 99 within a photograph of Clifford Young’s display on the Battle of Mobile Bay, ASAC Bulletin #107, May 2013.

Wall, Kent. “Leech & Rigdon Re-Visited,” ASAC Bulletin #103, April 2011: pp 41-51.

Ensign Harrington Provenance: Herb Glass William Florence M. Clifford Young This revolver still retains considerable original bright blue finish. Very sharp edges and lines. Backstrap and trigger guard have a nice untouched patina. Rear part of the cylinder still retains all of the original cylinder pins. Grips still retain most of the original varnish. Superb example of a Leech & Rigdon. With this revolver comes a notebook of research. $50,000 - $100,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

39

Outstanding Confederate Spiller & Burr Rounded Frame Percussion Revolver

40

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

77 Outstanding Confederate Spiller & Burr Rounded Frame Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7” octagonal barrel, S/N 1066, Silver-flashed rounded brass frame, blued twisted iron cylinder and loading lever, steel barrel. Hammer was case colored or case hardened with finish. Bright blued trigger. Walnut grips. No markings. Serial numbers on the bottom of barrel near the frame, top flat of loading lever, bottom of the brass frame. Also penciled on the reverse of the grip.

The complete history of the Spiller and Burr revolver remains to be written. The company first began production in Richmond, Virginia in 1862, but soon moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where a total of about 742 revolvers were manufactured. At the purchase of the company by the Confederate Government in January, 1864, the company moved again, this time to Macon, Georgia. About 689 Spiller and Burr’s were apparently made at the Macon Armory.

Serial number 1066 is an outstanding example of the so-called “rounded frame Spiller and Burr. Three of these are known to exist, two of which were owned by Cliff Young. While Cliff retained extensive notes for each firearm in his collection, we could find no indication from whom or when he acquired this Spiller and Burr.

Provenance: M. Clifford Young Literature: Norman, Mathew, “Colonel Burton’s Spiller & Burr Revolver”, Mercer University Press, Macon, GA (1996).

Barrel retains most of the bright original blue finish. A little wear to high lines and some thinning on both sides of the barrel. Polished crown. Cylinder retains most all of the original blue finish. Just a very light hint of a line going through the cylinder stops.

Loading lever retains all of the original bright blue finish. With mint markings of the serial numbers on the bottom of the lever. Hammer retains most of the case colors just lightly muted. Frame has a very nice untouched patina blending with traces of silver wash, which has turned black. The grips are very good retaining most of the original varnished finish. Some nicks and a small chip out of the bottom grip. The bore and cylinder is mint inside. This revolver is in outstanding condition. $50,000 - $100,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Details

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

41

Historically Important Serial No. 2 LeMat Krider Percussion Revolver Used in the Trials of New Orleans and Washington D.C.

42

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

78 Historically Important Serial No. 2 LeMat Krider Percussion Revolver Used in the Trials of New Orleans and Washington D.C. .390 bore diameter, smoothbore .630, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 2. Seven-grooved rifling with square cut. Loading lever on the right side. Nine-shot cylinder with one shot smoothbore. Silver-plated brass backstrap and trigger guard. Finely checkered walnut grips with diamond shaped escutcheons. Butt with an incorporated lanyard ring. An historic, and exceptionally rare firearm, and one of only two known American made LeMats.

The top of barrel is hand engraved in two lines of block lettering John Krider & Co, Philadelphia Makers. This address is separated by three vertical sinuous lines from an additional engraved single line “A. LE MATS GRAPE SHOT REVOLVER PATENT No 2.”

The engraved abbreviation “Col” appears as a superscript offset between these, and judging by the size and style of engraving, seems to have been engraved in the same hand, though added later.

A total of two of these American-made LeMat’s exist, both sequentially marked (Adams, 2005: 21-24). They are known in the literature as “Krider No. 1” and “Krider No. 2” in honor of their manufacturer. Krider No. 1 is curated in the Liege Arms Museum in Belgium, and was acquired in 1891 from the Auguste Francotte estate.

The barrel inscription lacks the title “Col” that is present on Krider No. 2. Krider No. 2 was discovered in Northern France in the mid-1900s, in an area where LeMat was known to have retired. Adams (2005:24) speculates that this revolver might have been LeMat’s personal gun.

Based on their low serial numbers and Krider manufacture, Adams suggests that Nos. 1 and 2 were probably used at the March, 1859 trial held before the New Orleans Military Board and again, two months later, in May at a nationally ordered trial in Washington, D.C. The purpose of these trials was determine their effectiveness as military weapons, and financially, much was at stake for LeMat. We have no clear answer of why the abbreviation “Col” was apparently added above the address lines and patent markings on Krider No. 2. However, in the time between the New Orleans and Washington, D.C. trials, LeMat was given the military rank of Colonel by the state of Louisiana. Being a savvy businessman, LeMat was probably aware that the addition of a rank might make the gun more marketable to military inspectors. In doing so, he was copying another “Colonel” who added the same title to the address line of the revolvers produced at his Connecticut factory: Samuel F. Colt.

Provenance: Found in Northern France in the mid-1950s Sold by Greg Martin Auctions, June 7, 2003, Lot 1192 M. Clifford Young Collection Literature: The Young Krider Lemat is well-known to collectors, and figures prominently in Doug Adams’ “The Confederate LeMat” (Stuart Mowbray, Inc., 2005). Copy No. 1 of this limited edition book, signed and inscribed to Cliff young by Adams, accompanies this lot.

This outstanding revolver is grey to brown with some pitting and light staining blending in.

Brass backstrap and trigger guard have traces of silver plate remaining. Markings are sharp and crisp. There are no European markings on the internal parts. This revolver is 100% American made. One of the greatest and most important American firearms. $60,000 - $80,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

43

Spectacular Cased Second Model LeMat Percussion Revolver

44

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

79 Spectacular Cased Second Model LeMat Percussion Revolver .42 caliber, 6.750� full octagonal barrel, S/N 1432. With LM under a five-pointed star; top of barrel marked Col Le Mat Ste S.G.D.G. Paris. Rounded trigger guard, checkered walnut grips. Blue finish with straw colored hammer and trigger. Engraved screw heads. Original English style casing, in a dovetailed mahogany box with compartments with green lining. Rare LeMat brass cavity mold with iron sprue cutter. Maple turned ramrod for the smoothbore. Three very rare LeMat paper cartridges for the smoothbore. Eley tin box for percussion caps. Includes extra conical LeMat lead bullets.

Literature: Adams, Doug.

2005 The Confederate LeMat. Stuart Mowbray, Inc. Photographed for this title.

This condition of this Second Model LeMat is spectacular, retaining most of the original high blue finish.

Some very light minute flaking on the smooth bore barrel. A very small spot on the right side of barrel about 1.25� from the muzzle. Two very minute spots on the cylinder. Most of the original straw finish remains on the hammer and trigger. Frame retains all of the original bright blue finish, with one small scratch on the left side of frame. Butt has some wear around the high edges of the cap. Triggerguard has two small areas of pitting on the outside of the trigger guard on the left edge. Grips are outstanding and very close to mint. The case is in excellent condition. Tools are very close to mint. This LeMat revolver is near-mint and certainly one of the best known.

M. Clifford Young $70,000 - $110,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

45

Engraved Paris Second Model Baby LeMat Percussion Revolver

46

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

80 Engraved Paris Second Model Baby LeMat Percussion Revolver .32 caliber, .41 caliber smoothbore, 4.25” octagonal barrel; rifled center and upper barrels. S/N 1016 also marked on the barrel, cylinder and frame. The last two numbers are stamped inside of the loading lever, on the cock, the assembling lever, the trigger, and trigger guard. The ramrod bears the number 13. The letter “B” (denoting the LeMat Parisian models) is stamped on the front rear of the cylinder. The upper backstrap exhibits a stamped star and the letter “F.” Engraved frame, cylinder, hammer, backstrap, trigger guard and around the bottom of the butt. Barrel marked Systeme Le Mat Bte s.g.d.g. Paris. High pyramidal pointed front sight dovetailed in the barrel. Checkered walnut grips.

Approximately 12 or 13 Baby LeMats are known to exist (Doug Adams, Personal Communication, March 3, 2016).

Exhibition History: This revolver was part of a display that was assembled by Young for an annual meeting of the American Society of Arms Collectors titled “Yes Sir That’s My Baby.” Cliff was awarded first prize for this exhibit.

Provenance: Purchased by M. Clifford Young from Alain F. Serpette sometime after March, 1997.

This revolver has been lightly cleaned and polished; no finish. Very sharp and crisp markings. All lines and edges are very sharp and crisp. Grips are excellent, retaining most of their varnished finish. Bore is excellent with nice sharp rifling. $75,000 - $100,000

Detail

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

47

Extremely Rare Confederate Cofer Third Type Revolver in its Original Holster Captured by 11th Maine Captain S.H. Merrill

48

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 81 Extremely Rare Confederate Cofer Third Type Revolver in its Original Holster Captured by 11th Maine Captain S.H. Merrill .36 caliber, 7.375” octagonal barrel, S/N cryptic letter L. Top of frame marked T.W. Cofer Patent.

Barrel marked Portsmouth Va. Brass frame, walnut grips, iron barrel and cylinder. Top of frame is notched for sighting. Removable left brass sideplate unlike any other Confederate handgun produced.

Included with the revolver is a leather holster that has been with this Cofer since it was captured. Written in ink on the reverse side of the holster by the belt loop: 21 July 1864. This Revolver and holster was captured from a Rebel Signal Officer, Capt S. H. Merrill 11th Maine Regiment.

Simeon H. Merrill was a 20-year resident of Bridgeton, Maine when the Civil War broke out.

Answering a 90-day call for service, he enlisted as a Corporal in Co. C of the 1st Maine Infantry on May 3, 1861, and served until August. He re-enlisted on November 7, 1861, this time as a

Second Lieutenant in Co. I, of the 11th Maine Infantry. He was promoted to Captain in January, 1862, and, after the loss of two superior officers, took command of the entire regiment from August 16th to November 2, 1864. According to the unit history, Merrill “...was known to the regiment as an officer of tried mettle, with fighting experience dating to the Battle of Fair Oaks, where he had commanded most of the companies on the skirmish line and had earned high commendation for the skill and courage he had shown.” When his superiors fell, “...the men of the regiment now looked to him with confidence and obeyed his clear voiced orders without question in the exciting events that followed.” (Hill, 1896: 248). Not long after assuming command of the regiment, his three-year term of service elapsed, and Merrill mustered out of service.

The 11th Maine served in the eastern theater, and during Merrill’s period of enlistment was actively involved in numerous engagements including the Peninsula Campaign, the Siege of Yorktown, the Battle of Seven Pines, Bermuda Five Hundred, Siege of Charleston, and the Sieges Petersburg and Richmond in 1864.

Continued on page 51

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

49

Extremely Rare Confederate Cofer Third Type Revolver in its Original Holster Captured by 11th Maine Captain S.H. Merrill

Details Lot 81 50

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms Lot 81Continued

Detail of Inscribed Holster

Based on the date inscribed on the holster — July 21, 1864 — Merrill and the 11th were attached to the Army of the James in the run-up to the battle of Deep Bottom, Virginia on July 27th-29th. While the exact circumstances surrounding the capture of the Cofer and holster offered here are lost to time, the unit history of the 11th provides a general description of the engagement.

On June 21st, the 11th crossed over Strawberry Plains, Virginia in order to reconnoiter the Confederate front. They were soon engaged by a Confederate battery that had been shelling their camp on the 20th. Eleven prisoners were captured before the Confederates regrouped and the 11th was forced to retreat. Presumably, the Cofer was captured during this action, and it makes sense that a Signal Officer might have been attached to the battery. Sadly, the unit history makes no mention of the names of the prisoners, or any war prizes.

One of the few Confederate handguns that were produced under contract and actually delivered and issued to Confederate troops, the Cofer has always been known as the “Walker” of Confederate revolvers. There are a total of fifteen Cofer revolvers known to have survived, with at least three variations - the first type with a bored-through cylinder which fired a cartridge with recessed percussion nipple; the second type with a cartridge with the percussion nipple on the back of the cartridge; and the third type with a percussion cylinder.

This Cofer is the best documented of any in existence, both in terms of its war-time use, as well as its extensive provenance. A cornerstone for any advanced Confederate arms collection, and not on the market for more than 60 years.

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Provenance: Lawrence Kinney, Farmington, Maine Lawrence Kinney to Robert Ebber, Freeport, Maine, for $20 Robert Ebber to Dewey Bryan, Grey Maine for $135 Robert Ebber (broker) for Harold Cox, Natick, Massachusetts, to Cliff Young, Boston, Massachusetts, $395 in 1953.

(Auctioneer’s Note: Included with this lot is an extensive archive detailing its complete history of ownership. Among the gem’s: Cliff Young’s canceled 1953 check for $395 for the purchase of the revolver.

Literature: Albaugh, William. Confederate Handguns. Riling, 1963: page 149, exact gun illustrated.

Hartzler, Daniel, Whisker, James, & Yantz, Larry. Arming the Glorious Cause, a Study of Confederate Arms. Bedford: selfpublished, 1998: page 96, exact gun and holster illustrated.

Gary, Bill. Confederate Revolvers. K8 Communications, 1987: pages 148-151, exact gun illustrated.

Hill, J.H. The Story of One Regiment: The Eleventh Maine Infantry in the War of Rebellion, Press of J.J. Little and Co., 1896.

M. Clifford Young. “The Legacy of a Tidewater Gunsmith— Thomas W. Cofer.” The American Society Of Arms Collectors Bulletin No Seventy Two. All lines are very sharp and crisp. Markings are clear and sharp.

All metal parts have a nice light untouched patina. Brass is untouched with nice dark mustard look. Grips are excellent with nice feathered grain look. Bore is excellent with sharp rifling. Holster is in outstanding condition. This is the only known Cofer revolver still in the original holster with captured markings in outstanding condition. $250,000 - $350,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

51

The Only Surviving Engraved Robinson Sharps Carbine

82 The Only Surviving Engraved Robinson Sharps Carbine .52 caliber, 25.625” round barrel, S/N 1642, 16 land-and-groove rifled barrel. Marked with serial number in the rear of the lockplate 1642, the center of the lock it is marked S.C Robinson Arms Manufactory Richmond Va and dated 1862 in four lines. Also marked in front of the rear two-leaf barrel sight S.C. Robinson Arms Manufactory, then behind the rear sight Richmond VA in two lines. There are no provisions for a saddle bar in the left side of the frame. Elaborately engraved in floral designs on the frame, lock and hammer, buttplate, nosecap, screw heads, trigger plate, lever. Patchbox with panel scene of an animal. Very finely checkered extra finish stock and forearm. Stock and forearm have no provisions for sling swivels.

An iconic Confederate carbine, this is the only engraved Robinson Sharps known to exist. It has been known to collectors since 1935, when it was first offered for sale by the East Coast arms dealer, Stephen Van Rensselaer. It has been described and illustrated in numerous publications related to Confederate arms (Floyd 1976, Murphy 1986, 2002) Murphy (2002: 261-263) has conclusively demonstrated that at least five engraved Robinson carbines were made. On April 28, 1863, John H. Lester, Superintendent of of the S.C. Robinson Arms Manufactory, paid Granville Smith of Richmond, Virginia a total of $300 for “Engraving two rifles in March” and “Engraving three do [ditto] rifles in extra stile [sic]”, presumably in April. Murphy suggests that these were made as special gifts for individuals who helped negotiate the sale of Robinson’s carbine factory to the Confederate Ordnance Department.

52

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Provenance: Stephen Van Rensselaer, 1935 Collection of Major William G. Renwick, 1958 Clifford M. Young Collection Literature: Floyd, William B. 1976 “The Rebel Sharps.” Bulletin of the American Society of Arms Collectors, (35:39-44) Murphy, John M., MD. 1986 Confederate Carbines & Musketoons. Taylor Publishing Company.

2002 Confederate Carbines & Musketoons: Cavalry Small Arms Manufactured in and for the Southern Confederacy, 1861-1865. Santa Ana, CA: Graphic Publishers. All metal exhibits a fine, dark, evenly matched patina. Untouched and never cleaned. Engraving is very sharp and crisp. Stock and forearm with some nicks and dings. Retains most of the original high varnished finish. Mechanically excellent with a dirty bore that might clean to better. $50,000 - $70,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

53

Finest Known Tarpley Breech Loading Carbine Id’d to Waul’s Texas Legion

83 Finest Known Tarpley Breech Loading Carbine Id’d to Waul’s Texas Legion .52 caliber, 23.125” round barrel, S/N 311. Marked on the top of the tang “J H Tarpley’s Pat Feb 14 1863” in three lines. Two-leaf rear barrel sight. German silver blade front sight 7/16” wide and very light dovetail. Seven lands and grooves, deep rifling. Walnut butt stock with the name “S. P. Johnson” carved into the right side of the butt. Left side of the stock is marked in three lines; “MANUFACTURED BY / J & F GARRETT & CO / GREENSBORO N.C.” A total of twenty Tarpley carbines are known to exist; nine remain in private hands, with the remaining curated in institutional collections.

The Tarpley was plagued by poor design and quality control, and never entered into widespread service. Of the approximately 400 Tarpley carbines known to have been manufactured, many were sold to the state of North Carolina for troops from that state, and others were made available to the public. In December, 1863, 150 were shipped to the Chief of Ordinance, of the Army of Mississippi, entering service in the Western Theater.

A search of Confederate personnel in various Civil War databases suggests at least three choices for the owner of this weapon: “Simon P. Johnson” of the 26th North Carolina; “Simeon P. Johnson” of the 13th South Carolina;” and “Samuel Parsons Johnson” of Company F of “Waul’s Legion, Texas Cavalry.” Based upon the principal of parsimony, and knowing that the Tarpleys were distributed to North Carolina and to the Army of Mississippi troops, we assume that the South Carolina Johnson was unlikely to have been the owner.

At the outset, one would think that the most logical choice for ownership was Simon P. Johnson of the 26th North Carolina infantry. He was a 20-year-old farm hand when he enlisted in September, 1862. He was wounded in the thigh on July 1, during the clashes of the first day at Gettysburg, and was taken prisoner on July 5, in the wake of the Confederate retreat. He died of his wounds on July 20, 1863.

Johnson, of course, was a Confederate infantryman — not attached to the cavalry, and no records exist concerning the type of weapon he was issued during the course of his service.

While the Tarpley was available to the public for purchase, and it is, of course, possible Johnson 54

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

privately acquired the carbine — advertised as “The one of the best-breechloading Rifle that has been introduced in the country.” On the other hand, the Tarpley was expensive, listing for $40, a price probably out of reach for a 20-year-old farm hand.

More compelling, however, is the information presented by Murphy (1986: 207) in his study of Confederate carbines. North Carolina took delivery of the first shipment of 78 carbines on April 22, 1863, when the 26th North Carolina was already in the field, and 33 were rejected by the Ordinance officer, leaving 45 available for distribution to troops. We believe it is highly unlikely that Johnson was a recipient of one of these first carbines, and a mere two months later, he died of his wound received at Gettysburg.

Requisition forms illustrated in Murphy (1986:243-44) clearly show that at least 150 Tarpleys were shipped to the Army of the Mississippi in December of 1863 and presumably entered service. We believe that “Samuel Parsons Johnson” of Co. F, Waul’s Legion, Texas Cavalry received this Tarpley sometime afterward.

Johnson enlisted as a private March 15, 1862 and served until May 4, 1865, when the Legion surrendered at Meridian, Mississippi. It was attached primarily to Stephen Lee’s, Ben McCulloch’s and Nathan Forrest’s cavalry. A Texas native, Johnson died in West, Mississippi and is buried in the town of Black Hawk of the same state. Simply put, Samuel Parsons Johnson was in the right place, at the right time, and associated with the right cavalry units to have received the gun.

Waul’s “Legion” (an amalgam of cavalry, infantry and artillery components) was organized by Colonel Thomas Nevil Waul from men mustered into service around Brenham, Texas in the

Detail of inscription on butt stock

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms Left Side

spring of 1862. Originally consisting of 12 companies of infantry, six of cavalry and a six gun battery of field artillery, the total complement was around 2000 men. By October, the unit was stripped of its cavalry and artillery in the face of difficulties coordinating the various components. The infantry was reorganized and transferred to Pemberton’s Army of Vicksburg, with the cavalry units assigned to Lee’s, McCulloch’s and Forrest’s cavalry.

Sources: civilwardata.com nps.gov/civilwar/index.htm Handbook of Texas Online (tshaonline.org/handbook) Murphy, John M. Confederate Carbines and Musketoons. Taylor Publishing Company, 1986.

Overall, this Tarpley is thought to be the finest of the 20 known to have survived. Its condition is untouched. Barrel has an untouched plum to brown patina. The color of the rear sight is very even and blends well with the barrel. The hammer and breechblock have untouched mottled plum to brown patina that evenly matches the rest of metal. Brass has a untouched mustard patina. Stock with nice dark patina. Markings in the right side are very clear, the markings on the left side are dim, but readable. Bore is outstanding.

E.G.Carson, M. Clifford Young $70,000 - $100,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

55

A Near Mint LeMat Carbine

84 A Near Mint LeMat Carbine .42 caliber, the extra barrel is .476 caliber, 19.687” octagonal-to-round barrel length; the extra barrel is round and 17.375”. S/N 108; all numbers match. Next to the serial number on the right flat is LM under a five-pointed star. Top barrel flat is marked Colonel LeMat B syste[me] S.D.G.G. Finished in a highly polished blue, with extra fancy French highly varnished walnut stock. Eyes for sling swivels in the butt stock and on the middle barrel band. Two-leaf folding rear barrel sight and and small dovetailed sight with blade. Cleaning rod on the right side in between the barrels. Loading lever on the left side of the barrel. Some of the screw heads are engraved.

The LeMat carbine and its use by Confederate troops was of special interest to Cliff Young. In his chapter on this weapon in Murphy’s 2002 edition of Confederate Carbines & Musketoons (Young, 2002: 158-165) Young notes that the LeMat carbine was the only foreign-made long gun and repeating arm made for the Confederacy. Young indicates that no more than 125 were probably manufactured under Confederate Army and Navy contracts. Because of the Union blockade of America’s coastline during the Civil War, most never reached the shores of America.

Young’s research recorded about 20 surviving examples as of 2002 with serial numbers ranging from a low of 2, to a high of 112. This example, serial number 108, fits squarely into the range of weapons produced for the Confederacy.

56

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

References: Young, Clifford M. 2002 “Le Mat Revolving Percussion Carbines”. IN: Murphy, John M. Confederate Carbines and Musketoons, Graphic Publishers, pp. 158-163.

This is the finest known LeMat carbine and shows no evidence of ever having been fired. The entire gun retains most of its bright original blue finish, with just a hint of some light brown bleeding through in some small areas. The barrel bands retains original blue blending with some brown to plum. Loading lever has a speckled look with blue to plum. Cylinder retains most of the original bright blue finish with some plum on the face of the cylinder and one small spot in the middle of the cylinder. Trigger guard has some of the bright original blue finish with some turning plum. Both the upper and lower tang has a nice blue turning to a plum. Buttplate still retains most of the original bright blue finish. Stock still retains most of the highly varnish finish with a nice honey brown look highlighting the grain of the stock. Some nicks and dings and one minor scratch on the right side of the stock. $100,000 - $125,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

Left Side

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

57

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 85 Confederate Navy Hard Rubber Pea Coat Uniform Buttons, Lot of 5 Five matching 1.25” four-hole black hard rubber buttons embossed with an anchor and crossed cannon, initials “CN” in a rope border. Reverse stamped with a swan logo and “COURTNEY & TENNENT / MANTON’S PATENT / CHARLESTON. S.C.” Some sources indicate that these were made for the crew of the CSS Texas.

Very good.

M. Clifford Young $3,000 - $5,000 Reverse

86 Confederate Navy Officer’s English-Made Coat Button 7/8” gilt brass with embossed anchor, crossed cannon and initials “CSN.” Reverse backmarked “FIRNMIN & SONS / 153 STAND LONDON / &13 CONDUIT ST.” Very good non-dug example.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $1,200

Reverse

87 Confederate Uniform Buttons, Script “I,” CSA and Two South Carolina State Seal Non-dug examples, brass, all are coat-size. Includes an English-made script “I” with “S. ISAAC CAMPBELL & Co. / LONDON” backmark, “CSA” general service marked “SUPERIOR QUALITY,” and two South Carolina state seal buttons marked “H.T&B. / MANCHESTER” and “VAN WART SONS & Co.” respectively. Good; normal age and wear.

M. Clifford Young $800 - $1,200

Reverse 58

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

88 Holster for a LeMat Navy Percussion Revolver Slim Jim style forming to the outside of the LeMat revolver. Stiff leather, some crazing. Seams are good and sealed. Nice holster. $1,500 - $2,500

Reverse

89 Holster for a Spiller & Burr Percussion Revolver Form-fitting holster with flap and strap. Fits a Spiller & Burr. Holster is in excellent condition. This is an outstanding example that would display well with a great Spiller & Burr revolver. $1,500 - $2,500

Reverse SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

59

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

90 Packet of Nine Combustible Cartridges for LeMat’s Revolver Full pack of cartridges, with imprinted Nine Combustible Cartridges for LeMat’s Revolver Richmond Arsenal 1864. The last number “3” was crossed through with a “4” written over in period ink. This pack is one of three known extant, and was part of the now defunct “Palmer’s Military Inn” in Dearborn, Michigan. The Palmer collection was dispersed at auction by C.B. Charles Galleries of Pontiac, Michigan in a three-session auction between October 12-14, 1972. This packet is considered by experts to be the finest known.

Literature: Albaugh III, William A., Benet, Hugh Jr., and Simmons, Edward.

2012 Confederate Handguns: Concerning the Guns, the Men who Made Them, and the Times of Their Use. Literary Licensing, p. 94.

Fogett, Valmore J. and Serpette, Alain E & Marie-Antoinette.

1996 The LeMat: The Man, The Gun. Arms & Militaria Press, p. 132.

Provenance: Andy Palmer’s Military Inn, Dearborn, Michigan Collection of Charles Bricker Collection of Bill Bacon Collection of John “Mac” Graham Collection of Ron Bridges Collection of Giles Cromwell Collection of Bruce Kusrow Collection of Robert Moore Collection of M. Clifford Young This packet is in excellent condition with the exception of a small piece of paper missing, exposing the first two cavities containing cartridges. Label is excellent. $10,000 - $15,000

Details 60

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 91 Rare Empty Richmond Sharps Breech Loading Rifle Cartridges Wood box covered in brown paper with five cavities. Label marked “Four Cartridges With Caps for Sharps Breach-loading Rifle Made at The Confederate State Laboratories Richmond VA.” Literature: Malloy, John J., Thomas, Dean S., and White, Terry A. 2003 Percussion Ammunition Packets, . Thomas Publications, p 89 and Fig. 274.

Provenance: Collection of Dean Thomas Collection of John J. Malloy Collection of Clifford M. Young Empty packet. Label has some scuffing. Very rare packet. $4,000 - $6,000

Reverse

92 Three Prohibitively Rare Cofer Cartridges Perhaps the rarest Confederate cartridges, Young acquired these singly, from three separate sources (Lyle Denis; J.M. Standish, and John T. Belisle). Accompanying this lot is a large binder of documentation.

These cartridges are well known in the literature, and have been illustrated in several books on Confederate handguns. Very good to excellent. $10,000 - $15,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

61

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

93 Box of Richmond Arsenal Cannon Fuses Recovered from Fort Fisher, North Carolina Wood box covered in brown paper wrapper imprinted with “Five Fuses 4 seconds to one inch, C. S. Laboratory, Richmond Va.” Also on the reverse in period ink “From Fort Fisher North Carolina Jany 17, 1865.

Fort Fisher lay at the mouth of the Cape Fear River protecting the Confederacy’s last blockade-running port of Wilmington, NC. After a failed assault in December 1864, a combined Federal force of Army, Navy and Marines successfully stormed the fort after an intense three-day bombardment involving 59 vessels and over 627 guns - then said to be the largest in naval history. On January 16th, 1865 following a day of looting by victorious troops, the fort’s main magazine suddenly exploded, causing 104 casualties. This fuse packet is an unusual souvenir of that tragedy and the capture of the South’s last coastal bastion. Label is very good. Box has been opened and no fuses remain. A fine example of this rare pack. $1,500 - $2,500

Detail

94 Pack of Richmond Arsenal Cannon Fuses, Recovered from Ft. Fisher, North Carolina Wood box wrapped in a brown label imprinted: 5 4 Sec. Fuzes Richmond Arsenal 18G. On the back in ink From Fort Fisher N.C. Janry 17, 1865. Empty packet, excellent label.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $2,000 Details

62

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 95 Confederate Whitworth Artillery Projectile from Ft. Fisher, NC 9” x 2.25” diameter, excavated example with brass shipping plug.

Base with typed paper label “WHITWORTH / 6-lb. shell / w/orig. plug / (Ft.Fisher).” A well preserved relic with expected oxidation and pitting.

M. Clifford Young $1,500 - $2,500

Details

96 Two Relic Confederate Whitworth Artillery Shells from Ft. Fisher, NC Includes a 9” x 2.75” diameter solid shot bolt with typed paper label “Modern Greece / Fort Fisher.” The second shell is the upper half of a 6-pounder bolt with brass shipping plug labeled “6-lb. Whitworth / (Fort Fisher).” The Modern Greece was a blockade runner that ran aground at Ft. Fisher with a battery of 6 Whitworth rifles and a large quantity of ammunition. Relic condition.

M. Clifford Young $1,500 - $2,500

Details

97 Confederate Whitworth Artillery Shell with Period Capture Label A non-excavated example, 9” x 2.25” diameter projectile complete with brass shipping plug, retaining much of the black painted finish. Has a period handwritten paper label inscribed “Whitworth Shell from Fort Anderson (Rebel) / Cape Fear River N.C. / January 1865 - Donated by W.H. Messinger.” Very good. Some flaking around the edges of the label, but all text is very legible.

M. Clifford Young $2,000 - $3,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

63

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 98 Confederate Whitworth Solid Shot 12-Pounder Projectiles, Lot of 3 9” x 2.75”, one painted gray; one with typed paper label “12-lb. Whitworth / bolt (English). / Bannerman);” and third is reportedly from Ft. Anderson. Good relic condition.

Pieces may be non-excavated, but have overall pitting from poor storage.

M. Clifford Young $2,500 - $4,500

Detail

99 12-Pounder Whitworth Shell with Confederate Fuze Base 9” x 2.75” diameter iron projectile retaining large traces of red painted finish. Has a threaded brass fuze base that fits loosely into the body of the shell. Has a typed paper label on the base “12-lb. Whitworth / shell w/original / paint. C.S. Fuse.” Good relic.

Although a non-excavated example, it is pitted from poor storage.

M. Clifford Young $1,500 - $2,500

Details

64

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 100 Souvenir Confederate Artillery Shell Fragment Shot into the USS Monongahela 6.5” x 6.25” exploded iron shell fragment retaining the brass fuze base. Obverse painted a brick red and inscribed in gold and black “FRAGMENT OF A / 128 LB RIFLE SHELL FIRED INTO THE U.S. / S. MONONGAHELA. / AUG 5th, 1864.” The USS Monongahela was a wood hulled sloop launched in 1862 and served in the Gulf Blockade Squadron serving at Port Hudson and the Battle of Mobile Bay. On August 5, 1864, she served an active part in Farragut’s actions at Mobile Bay, Alabama. During the battle, she ran full speed in a desperate attempt to sink the Confederate flagship C.S.S. Tennessee. During that action, she was delivered a full broadside from the Tennessee, and presumably, this a fragment from one of the shells. Good; light age toning to the finish.

M. Clifford Young $1,200 - $1,600

Details

101 Confederate Boyle & Gamble Pattern Full-Length Pike 96” overall length, 12” double-edged blade stamped on one side of the ricasso “CSA.” iron pointed oval crossguard and ferrule, attached to the pole by two iron languets retaining much of the black painted finish.

Complete with wooden pole and iron foot. Good; light to moderate age spotting and age toning.

M. Clifford Young $1,500 - $2,500

Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

65

Confederate States Patent Documents Relating to Thos. W. Cofer’s Revolver

66

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms

102 Confederate States Patent Documents Relating to Thos. W. Cofer’s Revolver Lot of two exceptionally rare documents relating to Thomas W. Cofer’s patent “for a new and useful improvement in Revolving Fire Arms.” Includes the following three documents, each framed and glazed: 1) Partially printed document signed, imprinted with THE CONFEDERATE STATES OF AMERICA, and addressed “To all to whom these letters patent shall come:” and “No. 9”, in upper left, 13.75 x 19.25 in., dated at Richmond, August 12, 1861, to Thomas W. Cofer of Portsmouth, Virginia, for inventing a “new and useful Improvement in Revolving Fire Arms,” granting him exclusive rights of construction and sale for 14 years from the date of issue. Signed by CSA Attorney General Judah P. Benjamin and Commissioner of Patents Rufus R. Rhodes, and affixed with the red seal of the Confederate Patent Office, featuring the profile of Jefferson Davis, “Our First President.”

2) A 2pp manuscript document on ruled vellum titled “Specifications annexed to Patent No. 9 granted to Thomas W. Cofer, August 12, 1862”, measuring 14 x 18.5 in (sight), signed by Cofer, French, and Robert D. Ward, describing the invention as: “…a new and improved mode of making many chambered revolving pistols, which may also be applied to fire arms and to cannon.” Such improvement relies on: “…so arranging the chambered cylinders of breech loading pistols, fire arms, &c, that the chambers in the revolving cylinder shall be charged with cartridges or ammunition contained in thimbles, in place of the chambers being loaded with powder as usual, and that the nipples for the reception of percussion caps shall be inserted in a circular plate distinct and separate from the revolving cylinder, yet corresponding with it in diameter and fitting close to its rear end, so that when fitted to, and placed in conjunction with the revolving cylinder, the added plate and cylinder revolve together on the same pivot, causing the cylinder to present no change in appearance,

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

other than it is lengthened by the thickness of the plate.” The specifications then describe the significance of each figure in the drawing, and takes care to note that the same principles are applicable to firearms of any form, including cannon.

3) An ink on oilcloth drawing of the revolver, 18.25 x 12.75 (sight), with stylized heading Thos.

W. Cofer’s Breech loading Fire Arms / Specifications & Drawings from Jas. S. French’s Patent Agency, featuring six figures showing Cofer’s improvements in a revolver and cannon. Dated as received and filed July 19, 1861, at upper left and upper right, and signed lower right by Thos. W. Cofer (inventor), James S. French (patent agent), W.A. Cave (witness), and T.R. Duval (presumably a patent clerk), During the course of its existence, the Confederate government issued a total of 266 patents, of which only 15 are known to have survived.

Issue with one horizontal and one vertical fold line. Brown spots scattered throughout, primarily toward the left edge.

Drawing with one horizontal and two vertical fold lines and brown spots scattered throughout, primarily in the right-hand third.

Specifications with one horizontal and one vertical fold, with toning and wear at the folds, but no visible separation. A few light brown scattered stains and three small surface scuffs near the center of the front page.

All three documents professionally framed to 21.5 x 27.25 in., under archival mats and acrylic. $40,000 - $60,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

67

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 103 Thos. W. Cofer Correspondence with His Wife, 1864 ALS from Cofer to Mag, May 22, 1864. Cofer says that the most recent letter from his wife proves that she did not receive his previous correspondence, so he must reiterate. He says he attempted to collect all that was owed to him before being ordered to evacuate, and left $1,127 in the care of the Tignor family.

Accompanied by another ALS written the following day, dated Richmond, May 23, 1864, 1p, 5 x 8 in., saying that the previous day’s mail could not go out, and that he is still well.

Accompanied by the original envelope addressed to Mrs. M.A. Cofer in Southampton Co., Va., care of Mr. J.A. Cross, with two five-cent CSA stamps with Richmond/May 23 cancelation.

Also accompanying the lot is a 2pp ALS from Cofer to Mag from before they were married, dated Portsmouth, Feb. 9, 1852, and regarding their marriage arrangements.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $1,500

104 Limited Edition Model of Confederate Whitworth 12-Pounder Breech Loading Rifle by Russel A. Norgan Overall length of cannon is 19.5”, 13.5” barrel, and 7.75” wheels. Complete with a rammer with a sponge and a wormer. 9.5” x 16” wood base with three plaques that read; Whitworth Rifle 12 PDR Breechloading C.S.A. Hardways Alabama Artillery Gettysburg, PA 2-3 July, 1863; Commemorative Battle of Gettysburg 1863-1988; Hand Crafted by Russel A. Norgan Gettysburg, Penna. Limited Edition ser. no. 2 of 3. Excellent.

M.Clifford Young $600 - $900

68

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms 105 Limited Edition Model of a Confederate Whitworth 12 Pound Breechloading Rifle with Limber Handcrafted by Russell A. Norgan of Gettysburg, PA. Serial number 2 of 3. Rifle barrel is 25” long; wheels are 15.5” high; and overall length is 37”. Limber including pole is 36” long; wheels are 15.5” high; and 17” width. Limber’s ammunition box contains ammunition and a taped instructional chart entitled, “A Table of Fire For the 10 Pounder Gun Model 1861.”

Lot is complete with two rammers with attached sponges and with several water buckets attached. Overall length of rifle and limber is 66”. Excellent.

M. Clifford Young $3,000 - $5,000

106 Mass Arms Percussion Pocket Revolver .31 caliber, 3.25” octagonal barrel with ramrod mounted on the left side of barrel, S/N 728. Marked on top of the barrel, blued finish with checkered walnut grips. Cliff owned this revolver because it was similar to the gun on the Cofer patent papers.

Very sharp and crisp revolver retaining a lot of the bright shiny original blue finish. Checkered grips are very good with some minor mars to the checkering.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $1,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Left Side

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

69

The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms — End

107 *Customer Mauser Bolt Action Rifle with Scope by Gartman Arms Co. .244 caliber, 25” barrel length, S/N 3437. Marking on top of the barrel “Gartman” next to caliber markings. Blue barrel and receiver with polished bolt. Checkered deluxe walnut pistol grip stock with maple fore end cap and pistol grip cap. Left side of stock has a cheek piece. Rubber recoil pad. Mounted scope by J. Unertl with S/N 39175. This rifle was one of Cliff’s personal hunting rifles. This rifle retains most of the blue finish on the barrel and receiver with very minor muzzle wear. The stock is in excellent condition with very minimal wear. The recoil pad is very good. The bore is very good and can clean to better. Mechanically excellent. The scope has good optics with thin post.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $2,000

108 *Weatherby Mark V Deluxe with Leupold Scope .300 magnum caliber, 24” barrel length, S/N 3821. Left side of the receiver marked “Weatherby Mark V” over “Patents Pending”. Left side of barrel marked “Weatherby”. Right side of barrel marked “Made in Germany”. Blue barrel and receiver with checkered deluxe walnut stock.

Left side of stock has a cheek piece. Rosewood fore end cap and pistol grip. Weatherby marked recoil pad. Leupold mounted scope.

Scope is marked “Made in U.S.A.” over S/N 129935. Scope is 2x7. Comes with leather shoulder sling. This is one of Cliff’s personal hunting rifles. The barrel and receiver retain most of the blue finish with some scratches and muzzle wear. The stock is in very good condition with minor scratches, nicks and dings consistent with use. Markings are sharp and crisp. Bore is very good plus. Mechanically excellent. Optics on the scope are very good with thin post. Sling is very good.

M. Clifford Young $1,000 - $2,000

70

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

109 **Remington Model 700 .458 Win Mag caliber, 26” barrel length, S/N 143581, “Remington Model 700” marked on the left side of the receiver. Blue barrel and bolt with checkered walnut pistol grip stock. Rosewood fore end cap and pistol grip cap. Buttstock has a cheek piece on the left side.

Black Remington marked recoil pad. Comes with leather shoulder sling. The was one of Cliff’s personal hunting rifles. This rifle was used on many of his African Safari trips. The barrel and receiver retain most of the blue finish. The stock is in very good to excellent condition with minor scratches. Recoil pad is in excellent condition. All markings are sharp and crisp. Leather sling is excellent. Bore is bright and shiny.

Mechanically excellent.

M. Clifford Young BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM $1,500 - $2,500

First Type Cofer Cartridge Revolver

Part II The M. Clifford (Cliff ) and Lynne B. Young Collection of Confederate Arms To be offered November 1, 2016

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

71

110 Engraved Powder Horn ID’d to M. Lane 16.5” curved horn, turned spout with three raised rings. M. Lane engraved in a banner top center; British Coat of Arms center of horn with cannons, flags and houses; bottom center of horn has a great walled city. Left side has the date 1775 and a tree.

Horn has a natural patina caused from the polychrome bleeding over and causing a natural patination. The reds are mixing with the brown. Nice untouched wood plug. Overall excellent. $5,000 - $10,000

72

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

111 Engraved Powder Horn ID’d to John Blavelt, 1778, a Possible British Loyalist 6” early New York style powder horn inscribed “JOHN BLAVELT / HIS HORN JULY 1778 / NEW YORK MILITA” and “NEW YORK” over a cityscape with harbor scene with British flags. Other engraved elements include a mythical sun face, panoply of arms with British flags, suggesting that militiaman Blavelt’s loyalties lay with the English crown. Wooden spout and base with brass and nickel plated sling stud, lacks stopper. Good; spout and plug finish worn, engraving shallow but still crisp. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Detail

112 16th Century Comb Morion Helmet Iron helmet with 2.5” comb, brim comes to a 2.75” point at both ends.

Body and comb etched with three decorative bands of floral motifs with the figure of an eagle on both sides of the comb and facial profile portraits on the body, and two rope-like bands on the brim. Helmet has a small hole piercing the top of the comb, complete with brass rivets and an iron plume holder, body is unlined. Good. Light age toning and spots. Interior has light, old surface oxidation. $4,500 - $5,500 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

73

113 German 17th Century Saxon Broadsword 38” double edge blade with central fuller, 2” wide at the hilt, engraved with crescent moon, stars and sun motifs, boot hallmark on the ricasso. Hilt has iron crescent shaped crossguard with hand ring and round bar stock counter guard, twist and braided iron wire wrapped grip and engraved ball pommel. Appears to be a composite piece of old and new parts. Very good; surface oxidation on the grip and counter guard. $2,000 - $3,600

114 German Wheellock Rifle .650” bore diameter, 28” flared octagonal rifled barrel. Early large butt style stock, iron mounted.

Double set triggers, finger grooved trigger guard. Two engraved bone inlays for sidelock escutcheons. Engraved hammer and spring. Raised carved stock, carving on the wood sliding patchbox cover, around the cheek piece, behind the tang, around the rear ferrules, molding around the ramrod channel, iron nosecap. Early rifle with wheel on the inside of lockplate. All metal has nice even look, grey to brown with smooth finish. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. Stock has untouched patina. $2,500 - $3,500

Detail

115 Early French European Flintlock Rifle .680 bore diameter, 48.5” tapered octagonal barrel. Large brass grooved rear sight with blade front sight. Rounded lockplate and hammer. Brass furniture, trigger guard and buttplate with fleur de lis design. Fancy brass sideplate with winged sidelock screws. Walnut stock with raised carving behind the tang, around the comb of the stock, rear ferrule and molding around the ramrod channel. Barrel and lock with nice grey to brown patina, smooth metal. Brass with untouched patina. Stock is excellent with a dark honey look. Minor nicks and dings. Overall excellent. $2,500 - $4,000 Detail 74

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

116 Early Flintlock Rifle Marked Penterman Leuwarde .680 bore diameter, 39.5” octagonal-to-round barrel, smoothbore. No markings on the top of the barrel.

Marked on the lockplate “PENTERMAN LEUWARDE”. Early style lock, curved lockplate. Flat lockplate with flat shaped hammer, faceted pan, finial on the frizzen spring. Brass furniture, extra wide butt, wood sliding patchbox. Raised carving around the tang, cheek piece and moldings around the lock, sideplate and ramrod channel. Walnut stock. Barrel and lock with nice even brown patina. Some pitting around the touch hole and pan protruding on to the barrel. Brass with untouched look. Stock is excellent retaining most of the untouched patina.

Carving is excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

117 Kentucky Flintlock Rifle Marked P. Marker .40 caliber, 41.5” octagonal barrel. Signed on top of the barrel P. Marker. Fourpiece engraved patchbox, unusual bird-shaped head of patchbox, engraved brass furniture, silver oval inlaid on cheek piece with 10 pointed star, silver thumb piece, single trigger, curly maple. Peter Marker made flintlock rifles in Hagerstown, Maryland in 1822 then moved to Bedford, PA in 1828. Barrel markings are clear and readable. Barrel has some pitting around the percussion drum and protruding onto the lock. Lock and barrel with even patina. Furniture has nice patina. Stock is very good with a small area of replacement at the nose cap, expertly done. A fine example of Marker’s work. $2,500 - $3,500

Detail

Detail

118 Rockbridge Country, Virginia Full-Stock Flintlock Rifle by Wm. Bogan .45 caliber, 42.75” octagonal barrel in even dark finish with W. Bogan engraved behind the rear sight. Original flint. Has engraved commercial lock marked METCALF, double set triggers. Action functions properly but does not hold well at full cock. Maple stock has shallow line carving along the ramrod channel, an iron trigger guard, buttplate and ramrod pipes, pewter nose cap and brass four-piece engraved patchbox and stock rest plate in front of the trigger guard. There is a 13.5” long narrow section of closely matching replaced wood along the upper barrel channel on the right side, blends well and is barely noticeable.

William Bogan is a documented rifle maker working at Natural Bridge, VA in Rockbrige Co. This particular rifle is pictured and discussed by Edwin Gewirz in “Long Rifles of the Valley of Virginia,” American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin 60: 2-19, pgs. 11-12.

Good. Bore has strong rifling with moderate pitting. Stock with normal age toning and service wear. $2,500 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Detail

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

75

119 Kentucky Flintlock Rifle with Barrel Marked “I” Eagle “M” .45 caliber, 43” octagonal barrel, marked with “I” eagle “M” on top flat, original flint. Flat unmarked lockplate and goose neck hammer, functions properly. Maple stock with minimal carving, cheek rest on the left buttstock. Brass furniture features an engraved four-piece brass patchbox pierced top. Complete with wooden ramrod. Possibly the work of one of several late 18th or early 19th century rifle maker’s bearing the name Jacob Metzger. Good. Barrel has turned a dark plum brown, moderate pitting on the breech near the touch hole, vise marks on the sides. Stock normal wear on the edges, a few dings and nicks. $3,500 - $6,000

Details

120 Full-Stock Flintlock Fowler 10 gauge, 49.5” round to octagonal barrel. The lockplate is unmarked. The fowler features several brass furnishings, a fore end cap, ferrules, trigger guard with pineapple finial, buttplate and a serpent form sideplate. The trigger guard and the buttplate feature engravings. Full-length walnut stock with high comb. The barrel has an old brown patina, with some pitting towards the muzzle. The lock has a dark brown patina, with some oxidization to the hammer. The stock has several age cracks throughout, mostly in the butt. There is an old repaired area on the right side of the butt. The stock has some loss on the sides towards the front of the barrel. The bore is dirty and will clean to good. The mechanics are good. Overall nice early flint that is untouched. $2,000 - $3,000 Detail

121 Contemporary Custom Made Full-Stock Flint Lock Kentucky Rifle by Judson Brennan .40 caliber, 42” octagonal barrel with inlay silver pannel on the top face engraved with the maker’s name “J. Brennan No 34.” Unmarked flat lockplate and goose neck hammer, double set triggers, action does not hold. Tiger maple stock has raised carving around the ramrod channel, barrel tang, lock and cheek rest, brass furniture includes a four-piece engraved patchbox, silver oval wrist escutcheon plate and inlay eight-pointed star on the cheek piece.

Complete with wood ramrod.

Judson Brennan is a well respected contemporary rifle maker living in Alaska.

Very good; bore bright with strong rifling, lock needs adjusting to function properly, minor nicks and scratches on the stock, finish beginning to develop a dark patina. $3,500 - $6,000 76

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Details BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Details

122 U.S. Henry Philadelphia 1807 Flintlock .54 caliber, 10.25” round smoothbore barrel marked “_ . HENRY PHILA” with an eagle head over “P” cartouche. Original flint, lockplate marked “US” and “_ . HENR_ / PHIL_.” Hammer does not hold at full or half cock. Walnut stock with brass furniture and a “V / D.P” cartouche. Complete with wood ramrod. Good. Bore dark with moderate pitting, even dark patina on the barrel and lock. Minor chips around the lock mortise and a small hairline crack opposite the lock. $4,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

77

123 Model 1832 U.S. General’s Sword and Scabbard 30” double edged blade with central fuller, etched with military and floral motifs, no maker’s mark. Hilt has gilt brass clam shell and “D” guard both embossed with pearl edging, urn shaped engraved pommel, grip wrapped in silver wire. Brass scabbard retains much of the gilt finish, engraved with floral patterns. Good; blade graying, etched pattern sharp, a few nicks on the cutting edges. Hilt retains good traces of the gilt finish. Scabbard aging to brown were the gilt has worn off, has a few minor dents. $6,000 - $8,000

124 Republic of Mexico Model 1804 Lion Head and Snake Hilt Sword and Scabbard 27” shortened quillback blade etched with Mexican eagles, military and floral motifs, unmarked. Hilt has a nickel plated stylized serpent “S” cross guard and lion head pommel with ring, grip of grooved walnut. Complete with nickel plated metal scabbard. Fair to good.

Blade is dark and pitted, plating worn on the hilt. Scabbard with some flaking finish and surface oxidation. $2,000 - $4,000

78

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

125 Model 1832 U.S. General Officer’s and Staff Sword and Scabbard 31” double edged blade with deep central fuller, etched with US, military and floral motifs, maker marked N. P. Ames / Cutler / Springfield. Hilt has a gilt brass double clamshell and “D” guard edged in a pearl line, and an engraved globe pommel, grip of banded silver. Complete with black leather scabbard with brass mountings engraved in multiple line bands, with double hanger rings and a clamshell frog stud. Good; blade retains most of the bright finish with scattered gray spots. Scabbard leather finish flaking with a partial break above the drag, some seam separation on the reverse. $5,000 - $7,000

126 Model 1840 Heavy Calvary Presentation Quality Saber 34.5” blade etched with a “US” monogram, eagle and military trophy motifs on a gilt panel.

Spine marked “IRON:PROOF” with an oak leaf pattern. Maker marked on the obverse above the ricasso “HORSTMANN / & SONS / PHILADELPHIA;”, ricasso stamped with the king’s head logo of the German blade maker Weyersberg. Hilt has a three-branch guard embossed with floral elements and Phrygian helmet pommel edged with acanthus leaves. Ribbed dark horn grip has

brass wire wrap present but loose. Nickel-plated scabbard has ornate pierced gilt finished mountings embossed with a charging cavalryman on the lower hanger band and a gargoyle on the drag. Mostly very good. Blade remains bright with slight age toning. Wire grip wrap is broken but all is present and could be restored. Scabbard has some grease residue on the reverse that can be easily cleaned. $6,000 - $8,000

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

79

127 Model 1830 U.S. Navy Sword with “5-Ball” Guard 30” curved blade with single fuller, gilt filled engravings of an eagle, military and patriotic motifs on a blued panel, ricasso marked Warranted. Hilt has a gilt brass single branch “5-ball” naval style guard and pillow pommel, grip of fluted ivory. Scabbard lacking.

Good; blade aging to gray, finish on the blue panel is fading but still discernible. Hilt retains very good traces of the gilt finish, grip cracked on the left side. $1,800 - $2,400

128 Model 1850 U.S. Marine Officer’s Sword 30” German made blade etched with “U.S.M.C.”, military and floral motifs, ricasso marked with the Weyersberg king’s head logo and “W. HORSTMANN / & SONS / PHILADELPHIA” retailer’s mark. Hilt has brass two branch guard filled with pierced floral filigree, Phrygian helmet pommel embossed with acanthus leaves, grip wrapped in shark skin brass twist wire. Complete with black leather scabbard with brass mounts. In 1859 the Marine Corps officers were ordered to abandon their distinctive Mameluke swords in favor of the Model 1850 foot officer’s sword then worn by the infantry.Good; blade in bright plated finish with very minor wear, grip finish worn and cracked on the left side. Scabbard leather finish has scattered areas of loss. $4,000 - $6,000

129 Model 1830 U.S. Navy Officer’s Sword with “5-Ball” Guard 25” shortened German import blade engraved with military and floral motifs still retaining some of the gilt finish, ricasso maker marked on the obverse “S.H.S.” and “en / Solingen” on the reverse. Brass hilt has a double branch “5-ball” guard filled with a sunburst disc, pillow pommel that has a high cap rivet stand, checked ebony grip has a diamond shaped white bone inlay with engraved flag and anchor.

Lacking the scabbard. Fair to good; blade gray with scattered pots of oxidation. Grip cracked on both sides. $2,000 - $4,000

80

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

130 U.S. Navy War of 1812 Boarding Axe 9.25” total length of blade and spike, 14.75” tall. Well-documented regulation pattern, 2.6” wide blade with two nail pull notches, pole with spike. Iron straps affix the head to a dark hickory helve. No markings visible. Fair. Age-dark finish with overall moderate pitting, wear on the toe of the helve. $2,000 - $4,000

131 Napoleonic War English Lion Head Artillery Officer’s Saber 24” armorer shortened blade with double fullers. Blued panel retains much of the finish. Gold wash engraving with crowned “GR” cipher, crossed cannon, royal crest and floral motifs. Maker marked on the ricasso “Osborn & Gunby / Sword Cutlers / To His Majesty / Birmingham / Pall Mall / LONDON,” dating this piece between 1808 and 1820. Hilt has gilt finish brass banded straight cross guard with acanthus leaf languets, crown and dragon’s head finials, chain guard, lion’s head pommel and back strap. Grip of white bone with carved crosshatching. Lacks scabbard. Good. Blade skillfully shortened. Finish has moderate age spotting; gilt finish bright. Grip has hairline cracks on the left side. Pommel and back strap are a little loose. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

81

132 American Revolutionary War Musket Cartridge Box Black leather hunting pouch-style box with wood block insert drilled with 24 holes for .69 caliber paper cartridges. A well known American pattern colonial accoutrement. Fair. Leather crazed with worn spots and old repairs, flap tab broken and missing leather closure button. Lacks sling. $1,000 - $2,000 Detail

133 Model 1777 1st Pattern Single-Shot Flintlock Pistol, St.Etienne French. .69 caliber, 7.5” round smoothbore barrel. Original flint, unmarked. Brass frame and pan with iron hardware, engraved “St. Etienne.” Action in working order. Walnut grip has brass and iron furniture including the belt hook; a large “V” carved on the obverse grip. Complete with iron ramrod. Fair to good. Metal with even dark age patina. Bore with heavy oxidation. Grip cracked on the obverse behind the frame; some wood loss behind the hammer. $1,250 - $1,500

134 Massachusetts Militia Musket by Rufus Perkins .69 caliber, 44.5” round barrel. Top of barrel marked with a “P,” under “RP,” the mark of Rufus Perkins. Dated 1814 near the breech.

Lockplate is shaped and sized like the 1808 contract musket with rear tit and dated 1814 Bridgewater. In front of the hammer is marked eagle with “US.” Flat-style lockplate with reinforced flat-style hammer. Rounded pan, frizzen spring has a finial; frizzen is reinforced with extra metal to enhance sparking. Brass mounted with walnut stock. Touch hole has some pitting that spreads upward and onto the barrel. The barrel has a smooth dark brown patina, with good clear markings. Lockplate and hammer have dark brown patina with sharp and crisp markings. Stock still retains most of the dark patina; stock has some nicks and dings. Brass has nice tarnished patina.

There is an old repair to the area on the left side behind the nosecap. The wood is cracked about 6” back from the nosecap on the left side.

Overall this is an excellent musket. $1,500 - $2,000 82

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

135 Contemporary Kentucky Flintlock Rifle by Jack Haugh and Horn from Pennsylvania Bicentennial .50 caliber, 44” octagonal barrel finished brown, signed “J. Haugh”, on the top flat, silver line touch hole. Unmarked lock with flat gooseneck hammer, action functions smoothly. Curly maple full stock with carved fleur-de lis on the ramrod channel, barrel tang mortise and cheek rest, brass furniture including an engraved side plate and twopiece patch box. The rifle is accompanied by a powder horn, finely engraved with a map and seal of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and numbered “No. 34 of 200.” Also included are two paper on wood plaques, one a certificate with matching number “34 of 200”, a 50-yard test target signed by Jack Haugh and more.

Pennsylvania Bicentennial rifle commissioned only 200 of these rifles.

They were built by Jack Haugh, an inductee to the Contemporary Rifle Makers Hall of Fame, with assistance from Mark Silver and Monte Mandarino. Barrels were made by Bob Paris and the locks by Bud Siler.

Excellent showing little wear. $6,000 - $8,000

Detail

136 W. Buchele Contemporary Flintlock Kentucky Rifle .45 caliber, 42” octagonal barrel. The brown finished barrel is signed W. Buchele and has a German silver blade front sight and a notched rear sight. The lock, hammer, frizzen and pan are also finished brown. The length of the entire stock is embellished with engraved German silver inlays, with four key escutcheons. The butt features a brass four-piece patchbox which encircles a German silver inlay. The opposite side has a raised cheek piece with inlaid brass and German silver, surrounded by a beautiful German silver vine and flower inlay. The butt also features vines carved in relief. The full length maple stock also has a brass endcap, three brass ferrules, an engraved brass finial forward of the brass trigger guard (with finger spur) and an engraved brass crescent buttplate. Excellent condition throughout, with an excellent bore. $2,000 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Detail

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

83

Left Side

137 Kentucky Style Flintlock Pistol, John Williams 1812 .45 cal., 10.5” rifled octagonal barrel, original flint, engraved lock in need of adjustment to function properly. Curly maple stock with brass furniture, side plate has period engraved inscription “John Williams 1812.” Grip has an old repair on the left side.

John Williams served as a Second Lieutenant in Captain John Irwin’s Troop of Light Dragoons, Major Freeman’s Squadron of Calvary, Georgia Militia in the War of 1812 from August 22, 1813 to February 28, 1814. Later, he was a Georgia State Senator from 1822 to 1828 and State Treasurer from November 24, 1831 to November 23, 1833.

Family oral tradition relates that William’s granddaughter, Mary Anne Cowles, hid this pistol in her pantaloons from Union troops during Sherman’s March to the Sea. It was originally part a set with only this one surviving. Full provenance is included. Good; bore dark with light pitting, rifling strong, barrel and lock have a plum patina. One sideplate screw has been replaced. Crack on the left grip has an old repair with two nails. $2,000 - $3,000

Left Side

138 Kentucky Flint Lock Pistol .50 caliber, 9” round barrel with engraved tang, original flint, engraved English made lock marked “C. Robbins” (London, 1830-34), functions properly. Maple stock has iron triggerguard and pommel, engraved brass side plate and ramrod pipe, and silver engraved fleur-de-lis wrist escutcheon. Complete with dark wood ramrod. Very good; bore good with moderate pitting. Metal has turned a mottled grey. Stock has minor wood loss on the right side of the barrel channel near the muzzle and minor service wear. $1,500 - $2,500 84

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

139 Napoleonic War Era British Volunteer Officer’s Coatee Red wool broadcloth tailcoat with dark blue wool standing collar, lapels and cuffs, all piped in white as are the waist pocket flaps, with white turn-backs on the tails. Tail ends decorated with bullion and sequin flaming bomb motifs on dark blue. Has hand-worked false buttonholes on the collar, cuffs, pocket flaps and back center waist. Brass coin embossed with unit script initials “NV”, backmarked “HAMMOND, TURNER & DICKINSON” dating them between 1796 and 1820. The garment is completely hand-sewn and all buttons are present except for one small hidden button under the left pocket flap, and are original to this coat. A gold bullion and sequin Lieutenant’s epaulet on dark blue wool is worn on the right shoulder. The coat is fully lined in white baize with matching broadcloth lining the collar. This coatee is typical of a British officer’s uniform from the 1800 to 1815 period and the buttons point to it coming from an as yet unidentified volunteer regiment. As a volunteer, the coat’s original owner likely saw home service during the Napoleonic Wars. While there is no known War of 1812 connection, the coatee was found in Ohio and the pattern is correct for that period. Very good. This garment is well preserved for its age with minimal scattered mothing, minor seam separation and moderate age toning, nothing detracting. $6,000 - $8,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

85

140 Emperor Napoleon’s Silver Campaign Cup Captured at Waterloo 2.75” height and diameter silver cup, obverse engraved with Napoleon’s crown over “N” cipher with lines below the rim, reverse engraved in German “Von / Preusens Krieger / erbeutet / aus der / Feldequipage Napoleons: /am / 19 Juni 1815 nach der Schlacht / von / Belle Alliance.” (Captured by a Prussian soldier from Napoleon’s field equipment: June 19, 1815 at the Battle of the Belle Alliance). Has rooster standard and profile guarantee hallmarks on the base and a maker’s mark on the reverse above the inscription.

The Belle Alliance was an inn just south of the Waterloo battlefield were the British, Prussian and other allied armies converged after defeating the French. The Prussians generally referred to the battle as “Belle Alliance” while the English called it “Waterloo.” Napoleon was forced to leave the field in haste at the battle’s conclusion and abandoned much of his personal campaign equipment. An unknown Prussian was lucky enough to claim this cup as his souvenir.

Very good. There is a small crack on the rim above the reverse inscription. $6,000 - $12,000 Detail

86

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

Details

141 Full-Stock Chief Grade Musketoon from the Jim Richie Collection .60 caliber, 20” round rifled barrel with two leaf rear sight and Birmingham proofs, patent breech, original flint. Lockplate marked with a Crown over “GR” and “Tower”. Walnut stock with cheek rest, brass furniture and patchbox. Complete with wood ramrod with brass tip.

Good; bore mostly dark but with sharp rifling, barrel with even brown patina with moderate pitting around the touch hole. Lock is mottled grey to brown with light oxidation. Stock shows normal age and service wear, cracked and repaired on the right side of the tang down to the trigger. $2,500 - $4,000

142 U.S. Model 1814 Deringer Flintlock Rifle .54 caliber, 33” round-to-octagonal barrel. The barrel is marked F and P and US. The lock is marked US H. Deringer, Phila. Walnut stock with oval iron patchbox, trigger plate with finger ridges, three barrel bands and trumpet headed ramrod. Stock with raised cheek piece.

The barrel has a mottled dark plum and silver patina, with pitting near the flashpan. The lock, trigger guard, patchbox and buttplate also have a mottled plum and silver patina. The stock shows several areas of wear consistent with use. There is a crack extending from the upper tang down towards the rear of the lockplate. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,200 - $1,800

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

87

143 Highlander Prize Horn, Presented 1829 11” flat horn with silver mounts, thistle in center of horn. Silver thistle screw off cap and presentation on end cap that reads: Awarded to Hugh Mc Vern Crieff From the Fillian’s Highland Society for Being the Best Dressed Highlander 1829. Very good. Some worm holes and small dent in screw cap. $1,000 - $1,500

Detail

144 American Silver Hilt Eagle-Head Sword 27.5” single fuller blade. Hilt has silver “P” guard, eagle head pommel, ebony spiral grooved grip filled with flat silver wire wrapping.

Complete with tooled black leather scabbard with silver fittings lacking the drag. Good; the very tip of the blade is broken, light mottled graying on the finish. Scabbard finish flaking in spots, throat loose but present. $1,500 - $2,500

145 Austrian Silver Hilt Court Sword 31” double edged blade, unmarked. Hilt has silver clamshell guard embossed with a double headed Austrian eagle, “D” guard embossed with a winged sphinx and floral motifs, marked with silver proofs, classical head pommel, grip has mother-of-pearl scales and silver inlay “F 1” cypher for either Francis I (1804-35) or Ferdinand I (1835-48). Has a contemporary Spanish made leather and brass replacement scabbard. Good; lightly aging blade with a few nicks on the upper cutting edge. Grips with edge chips and an epoxy repair on the reverse. $1,000 - $1,500 88

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

146 1840s New York Militia Presentation Sword and Archive of John P. Ellis Archive consists of a presentation sword, militia muster roll, cased daguerreotype image, patent documents and mixed ephemera, formerly the property of John P. Ellis, 1820-1896, of Flushing, Queens, New York. The militia staff pattern sword has a 31” straight, double-edge blade with center fuller, etched with engraved details of patriotic and floral motifs, ricasso engraved “N. P. Ames / Cutler / Springfield.” This marking dates the sword before 1847. Cruciform hilt has brass crossguard, embossed military trophies, obverse center planchet engraved “Committee / Lieut.

John Gilliooly / Lieut. Robt. Brown / Wm. A. Gamble,” knight’s head pommel and chain guard, all with traces of gilt finish, grip of grooved bone. Engraved brass scabbard has floral embossed fittings and presentation “Presented to / Capt. John P. Ellis / by the officers & Members of the / Union Riflemen, N.Y.S.M.” A related scroll muster roll of the 1st Company, Union Riflemen, 51st N.Y. Infantry (transferred to the 142nd Regt. in 1838) lists the members of the this unit beginning with their founding in 1836 through 1846. Ellis’ is listed as joining on Feb. 4, 1839.

Artifacts and ephemera relating to Ellis’ life outside the militia include a cased half plate daguerreotype image, reportedly of Ellis ca 1850, in citizen’s dress with an early gilt brass matte and damaged embossed paper covered wood case. Ellis was a prolific poet and hymn writer an the archive contains a small scrapbook of his poems published in the early 1840s New York papers, eight mid-19th century newspapers containing his poems, hymns or articles and three hand-out sheets with hymn lyrics. Two original patent documents record Ellis’ invention of a window sash lock in 1864 and a water proof safe in 1867.

The subject’s political activity is documented in a broadside from 1872 endorsing him for the office of Flushing’s police justice and a handwritten copy of a speech on oppressive New York taxes delivered in 1894. The lot culminates with a 9” x 7” ink wash portrait of Ellis ca 1865.

John P. Ellis, 1820 to 1896, was a life-long resident of Flushing, Queens, active in his community as a civil leader and militia officer. An active poet and hymnist, his poems were first published in the early 1840s and his sacred music first appeared in hymnals in 1850. At least two patents were issued to him. The Union Riflemen were organized in 1836 by Capt. Samuel S. Parker and wore a hunting frock style uniforms and carried custom-made rifles and saber bayonets.

The sword is good with mostly bright blade beginning to lightly age. Retains much of the gilt finish on the brass parts with an even light brown patina on the highlights, details and engraving are crisp.

The daguerreotype is well focused with some minor oxidation. it appears to have never been removed from the matte or cleaned; the case is broken at the hinge and lacks the bottom edge. Papers and other ephemera show normal age, creasing and wear. $1,200 - $1,800

Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

89

147 Model 1816 N. Starr Musket .69 caliber, 42” barrel length smooth bore. Markings on lockplate in front of hammer “US” over 5-pointed star over N. STARR. Behind hammer is marked MIDD over CONN over 1833 over engraving of a 8-pointed star. Marking of “TM” on top near upper tang. Marking of “TM” in front of lower tang. Cartouche in script of “JM” inside of oval. Iron parts are browned and lockplate is case colored. Walnut stock with button head ramrod. End of the muzzle has bayonet lug. All iron parts have an untouched browning patina with some pitting. The lockplate has traces of case color with faint pitting that blends to a brown patina. Walnut stock is in good condition with scratches, nicks and dings. There is a small chip on the buttstock at the top of the stock near the buttplate. The buttplate has pitting that blends to a brown patina.

All markings and cartouche are sharp and crisp. The button-head ramrod is not original to gun. The frizzen screw has been replaced and is not original. The bore has some pitting. This is an early model 1816 by N. Starr as indicated by the 8-pointed star motif on the back of the lockplate.

Overall condition is good and can clean to better. $1,500 - $2,000

148 German High Art Jaeger Percussion Rifle by Valentin Funk .60 caliber, 30” half hexadecagon, half octagon barrel with engraved chevron band around the muzzle, silver front sight blade and rear sight with folding leaf, profuse floral engraving with gold inlay on the breech and tang, silver inlay deer and tree scene with “Valentin Funk & Sohne in Suhl” on the top barrel flat. Lockplate has richly engraved boar’s head end with gold inlay details, gold inlay maker’s inscription “V. FUNK & SOHNE / IN SUHL”, hammer embossed and engraved to form a dragon’s head with gold highlights, lacks hammer screw, and engraved pivoting hammer rest /nipple protector, double set triggers. Burled walnut full stock has an horn end cap, checkered forearm and wrist framed in carved rococo floral scroll work, an hunting scene of a battle between a dog an wild boar amid woodland foliage and an acanthus leaf scroll adores the left side of the buttstock behind the cheek rest. The right buttstock has a patchbox has a carved grotesque mask with white bone tongue. German silver stock furniture has richly embossed woodland hunting scenes and cornucopias, silver barrel band engraved with floral motifs and pierced with a script letter “L.” Complete with sling swivel and button, and a German silver tipped wood ramrod.

Valentin Funk was one of the notable Suhl gunsmiths, active in that city between 1858 and 1870.

Very good; Bore is clean with very strong rifling, metal with very light even patina. Stock shows minor handling wear with moderate chipping around the patchbox opening. $3,000 - $5,000

149 Japanese Late Edo Period Matchlock Musket Signed on the Stock .40 cal., 39.5” octagonal barrel with ribbed flared muzzle and block rear sight, brass back lockplate and brass and iron match cord holder, pivoting brass cover over the touch hole. Cherry fruit wood stock with thick clear lacquer finish, maker’s cartouche on the left forearm, brass engraved furniture including chrysanthemums, stylized clouds, contoured buttplate and mythological figures, iron triggerguard and ball trigger. Complete with brass ramrod. Very good; bore dark, barrel retains good traces of a dark lacquered finish with overall light mottled surface oxidation. Stock shows light service wear, some fittings appear to have been cleaned long ago and now have regained nice patina.. $1,500 - $2,000 90

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

150 French Military Charleville Flintlock Pistol .690 caliber, 7.5” round barrel. Round beveled lock, rounded hammer and brass pan. Brass furniture. Walnut stock with beveled brass side plate. Acorn finial on the front of the brass trigger guard. Barrel smooth with nice brown patina. Lock is crisp with a mottled grey patina. Sharp and crisp markings. Brass with nice untouched patina. Stock with open-grained wood. Overall excellent military pistol from the period. $750 - $1,000

151 Early H. Deringer Contract Flintlock Military Rfile .56 smoothbore caliber, 42.25” octagonal barrel (3” round section at the muzzle).The barrel is marked H. Deringer PhiladA with an M at the breech, plus two oval proof marks. The lock is marked H. Deringer. The brass sideplate is stamped 12. Has four-piece brass patchbox with distinct eagle head silhouette finial. Walnut stock with tulip head ramrod, brass fore end cap, three brass ferrules, brass trigger guard with pointed finial and finger ridges and brass buttplate. The barrel has a mottled brown and grey patina throughout, with one small area of light pitting near the upper tang. The lock and hammer have a dark gunmetal patina. All brass has a rich mustard patina, with darker areas on the patchbox and buttplate. The stock has some light handling mars, but is in very good overall condition. The bore could benefit from a cleaning, but is in good overall condition. The mechanics are very good. $2,500 - $3,500

152 Model 1816 Type III Whitney Contract Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 41” round barrel. Lockplate marked N.Haven in a banner, On top of the barrel on the left side at breech marked L.H. 1827 over two proofs. Three barrel bands, walnut stock.

All metal has been cleaned expertly to a bright finish with some traces of staining on the barrel running the length. Lock is sharp and crisp with excellent markings. Proof marks are clear and sharp. Stock is excellent with nice dark patina, some nicks and dings. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

91

153 Model 1817 Contract Flintlock Rifle by H. Deringer .54 caliber, 36” round barrel. Barrel stamped with an LS and US and a P proof. The upper tang is dated 1828. The lock is marked U.S. over H. Deringer over PhiladA, and dated 1828 at the rear. Stock with iron trumpet headed ramrod, three barrel bands, sling swivels with one on the pistol grip projection, oval patchbox and U.S. marked buttplate. With LS inspector’s cartouche. The barrel has a mottled dark brown patina.

The lock has a mostly dark mottled patina, with some light pitting near the pan and some case color traces at the rear. The stock has some nicks and dings and is good overall condition. The bore has some heavy gunk build up and needs to be cleaned. The mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,500

154 Model 1808 Contract Flintlock Musket .69 caliber, 44.5” round smoothbore barrel marked at the breech with a “V” proof and an eagle head over “CT” cartouche. Original, unaltered touch hole. Lockplate stamped with a eagle over “US” and the maker’s initials H.P. Action functions properly. Three-band walnut stock with iron furniture, complete with sling swivels and ramrod. Very good. Bore has moderate to heavy spots of oxidation.

Metal in bright finish with scattered gray age spots. Stock has crisp edges with one or two abrasions around the lock. $2,000 - $3,000

155 Model 1816 Harpers Ferry Flintlock Musket, 2nd Type .69 caliber, 42” barrel. The barrel is marked VP over an eagle head, with an L over 29 at the top of the breech. The upper tang is dated 1820. The lock is marked with an eagle motif over US and Harpers Ferry 1820 at the rear. The stock is marked with a hexagonal cartouche and an EB over 3 in an oval cartouche. Next to that is stamped V over PH. Behind the tang of the trigger guard is a stamped WN, and behind that is a stamped AB. Walnut stock with button headed ramrod, three barrel bands with band springs on the right side (forward of the middle and rear bands), swivel slings and US marked buttplate. Includes period US marked socket bayonet. All metal parts have a bright and shiny finish, with tiny darker speckles throughout, and some mottling on the hammer. The stock is in very good condition, with crisp markings throughout. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

156 Flintlock Contract Rifle .45 caliber, 41” unmarked octagonal barrel. Engraved lock, does not hold on full cock. Cherry stock with drop buttstock and cheek rest, brass furniture with two-piece engraved patchbox, inlaid moons and escutcheons. Complete with a wooden ramrod. This is very similar to a contract rifle built by H. Pickle. Barrel and lock with nice even dark brown patina, moderate pitting around the touch hole. Brass with untouched look, lacks side plate screw. Stock with nice red finish. $2,000 - $3,500 92

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

157 French Cased Set of Percussion Duelers by Perlate .510 bore diameter with sawtooth style rifling, 10.25� octagonal barrel, patent breech, wedge. Marked on top of barrels in gold Prelat A. Paris ! and the other marked 2. Engraved back-action locks with maker’s name in gold oval. Single set triggers, spur off trigger guards and finely engraved, finely figured walnut stock with ebony empire butts. Engraved side plate. Some parts are finish in highly polished with case colors. Barrel are finished in brown.

Case with initials L.G. in a oval brass name plate. Brass corners with brass outlining the edges. Brass carrying rings on the side of case.

French form fitted inside, lined in purple lining. All tools are in the case, including one ramrod that also acts as the powder measure.

Some of the tool handles are made of horn, the others made of rosewood. This pair of pistols are in outstanding condition retaining most of he bright chocolate brown finish. Locks, hammers, trigger guards and sideplates are just about mint, retaining most of the case colors and still retaining the protective coat of lacquer. Stocks are close to mint, retaining all of the original varnished finish. Case lining has faded some; tools are all in mint condition including the flask. Case is in excellent condition. $8,000 - $12,000

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Details

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

93

158 Early Flintlock Blunderbuss Pistol by Gardone Val Tropia 1.125” bore diameter, 11” octagonal-to-round barrel. Top of barrel proof marked and Lazaro Cominazzo. Lockplate marked Beznazdino LaneHi, Early style pistol with beveled lockplate and rounded engraved hammer, rounded pan, fancy finial on the frizzen spring. Engraved trigger guard. Finely pierced sideplate with belt hook. Iron butt cap, ferules, and bands on the stock tip. Finely figured European stock with raised carving around the ramrod ferrules.

Original ramrod with fancy tip. All metal has been cleaned in a European manner. Nice sharp edges with clear markings. Stock is excellent $3,500 - $6,000

Left Side

159 Pair of English Flintlock Officer’s Holster Pistols by Blake .60 caliber with 10” octagonal-to-round barrel. The top flat of the barrels are engraved Blake, London, and features a crown over V proof mark, along with two other partially obscured proof marks (one also featuring a crown). The lockplates are both engraved Blake, and feature sunburst motifs at the hammer and at the rear. The same shield with cross and floral engravings appear on the upper tang and the underside of the trigger guard on both pistols. Both hammers feature scroll engravings. One of the pistols features a brass dot front sight and no rear sight, while the other features a miniature raised blade front sight a split dovetailed rear sight. Each pistol features two engraved brass ferrules, along with an engraved brass trigger guard with pineapple finials. The walnut stocks feature finely checkered grips, along with rosewood ramrods with ebonized fore end tips. Both barrels feature blue and grey patinas, with light areas of streaking and mottling. The lockplates each have a dark grey patina. One of the screws on the hammer is possibly replaced.

The stocks have one or two light nicks or dings, but the wood has a beautiful patina to it, as do the ramrods. The bores are in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,500 - $2,500

94

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Left Side

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

160 Cased Pair of Flintlock Muff Pistols by Haslett of Baltimore .36 caliber smoothbore, 1.375� round screw barrels, engraved barrels with sun bursts at breech, engraved bands in the middle of the barrels and at the muzzle. Engraved frames with gold seals on the left side of frame with Haslett Baltimore markings. Gold-lined flash pans. Silver wire inlaid in the bag shaped walnut grips with checkering and silver butt caps. Interesting mahogany casing, side-by-side style with oiler and ivory handled tools that are original to the pistols. Both pistols are very sharp and crisp with a nice untouched dark brown patina. Gold is excellent. One of the hammers is a replacement. Casing is excellent with nice maroon lining. $10,000 - $15,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

95

Left Side

161 Early Pair of French Flintlock Pistols by Picart A. Ohbinge .710 bore diameter, 14� long barrels with sighting flats, chiseled at the breech and muzzles.

The breeches are each decorated with a chiseled acanthus molding of demon masks en suite with the barrels and locks inset with a silver demon mask cast in low relief, signed brass rounded locks with linear borders and each inset with a silver demon mask on the tail, the cocks and the steel regions are chiseled in low relief, the steel areas are decorated en suite with the muzzles and the cocks which are retained by screws with the heads formed as grotesque masks cut in relief throughout with silver demon masks caps. Trigger guards with pierced leafy finials en suite with the side-plates, strongly shaped baluster ramrod pipes, and escutcheons formed as silver demon mask ovals suspended within a pierced scroll work frame with coronet above. One of the hammers and hammer screw is replaced, expertly copied.

Metal has been cleaned in a European manner, sharp and crisp. One of the ramrods have been replaced. Stocks are excellent, and a protective coat of preservative added to protect the wood. $12,000 - $15,000 96

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Details Lot 161

162 Mexican War Period US Artillery Officer’s Chapeau Black beaver felt with ostrich plume, 4” black silk cockade with a gilt finished brass 1821 pattern artillery eagle button in the center. Interior has a paper liner with “BENT & BUSH / BOSTON” maker’s mark, small remnant of the leather sweatband and a partially legible owner’s name label.

Fair to good. Moderate to heavy wear of the fur finish on the edges. Some tears in the paper liner. Lacking most of the sweatband. $1,200 - $2,000

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Detail APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

97

163 Mexican War Infantry Officer’s Frock Coat Dark blue wool single breasted frock coat with 2.25” standing collar lined in velvet, sleeves closely fitted in accordance with tailoring styles of the 1840s. Closes with one-piece M1821 silver-plated infantry eagle buttons the have been re-sewn, cuffs missing original buttons, but have two replacements for display. Rear skirt has two-piece silvered eagle buttons which are original to the garment. Captain’s rank shoulder straps measure 4” x 1.25” matching the regulations between 1834 - 1850, silver bullion on dark blue wool; the rank badges are square instead of bars, a feature documented on other Mexican War era shoulder straps. Chest padded, lining of fine wool and silk mixed fabric, once black, but now oxidized to a shade of olive. A linen label in the interior breast pocket is hand-inscribed with the owner’s name “James Miller.” The garment is completely hand sewn.

This coat may have belonged to Capt. James Miller, Co. K, 2nd. PA, who commanded the volunteer storming party during final assault at the Battle of Chapultepec. Further research could prove interesting.

Fair to good; has moderate scattered mothing overall, some of which has been skillfully repaired along with several repaired tears. Lining has tears with some missing sections. $7,000 - $9,000

Details

98

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

164 Model 1839 Infantry Officer’s Uniform Lot includes a coatee, trousers, sash, an extra single epaulet and two identical prints of a cavalry charge, one framed. Model 1839 double-breasted coatee of dark blue wool with a standing collar and plain cuffs, faced and piped in white wool with silver collar braid and bullion horns on the tails. Closes with two-piece M1821 infantry eagle buttons, all buttons present. Has a pair of Lt. Colonel’s rank silver bullion epaulets with 3.5” long fringe. The body is unlined except for the sleeves; tails lined in white wool. Straight-leg white cotton twill trouser have a fly front, brass buttons, watch pocket and tabs for foot straps, watch pocket lining inscribed and dated “C. P. Noyes / May 28/39.” Crimson silk sash complete with end knots and fringe, the extra single Captain’s epaulet is silver bullion with 2.5” fringe. The 8” x 11” prints both depict a scene from the Mexican War entitled “CAP’T MAY’S CHARGE AT RESACA DE LA PALMA,” one in a contemporary frame. Good. Light to moderate scattered mothing and tracking, epaulet lining fraying. Trousers are well preserved. Sash complete, but worn and tassels faded. Some wear on the single epaulet. $3,000 - $5,000

165 Mexican Navy Officer’s Dress Chapeau, Ca 1860 Black beaver fur with wide grosgrain ribbon and ostrich feather trim. Silver bullion embroidered anchor and floral motifs on black velvet cockade retainer band, cockade now missing. Silver anchor embossed button. Lined in off-white silk embossed with a Paris maker’s address.

With leather sweatband. Very good. The stitching on the retainer band is loose and the cockade is lacking. $1,200 - $1,600

Left Side

Detail

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

99

166 Case Pair of Percussion Pistols

by Lecourve .505” bore diameter, 8.5” flared octagonal barrel. Single set triggers. Engraved forward action percussion lock. Finely engraved sideplate, engraved trigger guard with spur. Deluxe wood used, very finely figured checkered walnut stocks with deeply carved empire butts, finished in brown and case colored parts. Cased in a deluxe rosewood-veneered case, deluxe extra-decorative treatment of inlaid Detail brass corners and brass carrying ring in the top of the case. Brass trimmed along the edges, green lining, French form fitted to the guns and accessories. Tools are rosewood handled. Signed by maker, Lecourvein Amiens, on both locks.

Pistols are excellent retaining all of their original brown finish. Bright vivid case colors on all other parts. Tools are excellent. Inside lining is excellent, but lightly faded. Case has an age crack in the top of the lid. Rosewood case is excellent. This is a very attractive set in excellent condition. $4,000 - $6,000

Left Side

167 Middle Eastern Silver & Gold Inlaid Flintlock Pistol .70 caliber, 10” heavily chased in silver and gold barrel. Silver embossed side plate, trigger guard and butt cap. Heavily chiseled walnut stock. Good. Grip is cracked through center, missing side plate screw. Stock shows heavy field use. $2,000 - $3,000

Detail

100

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

168 Austrian Military Tube Lock Pistol .65 caliber, 9.85” round smoothbore barrel marked “C II” on the breech. Lock has tube percussion mechanism in good working order. Plate marked with Austrian eagle proof and dated “854.” Walnut stock with brass furniture, some parts numbered “25.” Very good. Metal in an even gray finish. Bore good with very light oxidation. Very small crack in the mortise to the rear of the lockplate. $1,500 - $2,000

169 Percussion Double-Barrel Howdah Pistol by Tower, Possibly Made for a Maharajah .66 caliber rifled, 9.75” round barrel, locks marked Tower and dated 1867 on the front of the locks; on the rear is a Crown. Heavy 4lb pistol with large bores. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Lanyard ring and cap box in the butt. Barrel and locks have nice untouched dark brown finish. Brass with untouched patina. Stock is excellent with some nicks and dings. $4,500 - $5,500

170 Balkan Flintlock Pistol Chased in High Relief .62 caliber smooth bore, 13” round barrel with raised engraving and hallmarks at the breech. Engraved locks with flat cocks with swan-shaped necks, water proof pans. Flat lock plates with nice engraving. Stock is cast and chased with military motifs and floral designs on bottom of trigger guard. Gilt finish. Excellent, retaining some of the gilt finish. Barrel and lock mostly show a grey patina, but nice and smooth. $1,500 - $2,500 171 Early Pair of Silver-Mounted Flintlock Pistols by Barbar .650 caliber smoothbore, 9.75” round barrel. British proofs near the breech on the left side. Locks marked Barber. Silver-mounted trigger guard with English hallmarks, acorn finial. Walnut stocks with raised carving behind the tangs. Circa 1780. Barrels retain a brown patina. Locks are very sharp and crisp with mottled grey look. Silver with pleasing oxidation. Stocks are excellent. Very nice pair of pistols. $6,500 - $10,000 172 Belgian Percussion Horse Pistol .58 caliber, 9.75” half-round, half-octagonal barrel with fleur-de-lis proof marks on the breech, converted from flint. “V” rear sight on the tang, unmarked lock functions properly. Walnut stock has floral relief carving around the ramrod channel and barrel tang, brass furniture profusely embossed with military trophies and mythological faces in bold relief. Complete with horn tipped wooden ramrod. Good to very good. Bore dark with pitting. Metal in a lightly aged graying finish; furniture retains much of the gilt finish. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

101

173 Garniture of Arms by Gio Botti .60 bore diameter, 30” barrel, typical Italian barrel. Pistols: ,470 bore diameter, 10.25” barrel. All locks are marked Gio Botti; barrels are marked Lazarino Cominazzo. Locks are deeply chiseled. Furniture is deeply chiseled and gilt finished. Finely figured and carved European walnut stocks.

A very fine flintlock garniture by Giovanni Botti, circa 1730, consisting of a pair of holster pistols and a fowling piece mounted in superbly gilt bronze mounts cast and chased in relief in the Brescian manner. The pistols and fowler each with two stage barrels with the stamped signature of Italy’s most renowned barrel maker, Lazarino Cominazzo, on the fluted breech. The rounded locks with tails, cocks, and frizzens are all signed Gio. (Giovanni) Botti and chiseled in relief in the Italian manner. The moulded figured walnut full stocks are carved with scrolls near the ramrod pipes. The pistols with spurred pommels, fire blued screws and triggers, gilt bronze fore-end caps, single gilt bronze ramrod pipes, and original wooden ramrods with gilt bronze tips.

The fowling piece en suite with cast and chased gilt bronze buttplate. Both the pistols and fowling piece are preserved in pristine condition throughout and retain nearly all of their original bright, blued and gilt finishes.

This garniture is from a large order placed in the second quarter of the 18th century by Ernst August Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar for Schloss Ettersburg in Saxony and remained in the ducal Gewehrkammer until early in the 20th century. Similar pairs of pistols were in the W. Keith Neal Collection and the George F. Harding Collection at the Art Institute of Chicago. Current scholarship contends these were created by Ernst August’s court gunmaker Johan Martin Laun from parts supplied by Giovanni Botti of Brescia. This garniture represents a unique opportunity to acquire a magnificent pair of high art flintlock pistols together with a matching fowling piece in essentially the same mint condition as they were in 1730, nearly 300 years ago.

Museum quality. Outstanding garniture in the best condition and well preserved. $25,000 - $40,000

102

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Detail

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Details

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

103

174 Early French Side-by-Side Percussion Shotgun .580 bore diameters, 32” barrels with sighting groove on the tang and front small blade sight. Early rounded style locks. Iron buttplate, iron trigger guard with acorn finial. Walnut stock with raised carving around the lock and trigger guard. Early fluted comb stock with original purple velvet cover on the comb of the stock. This is an early style conversion using the flint hammers and adding percussion nipples on the top of the barrels. Overall excellent condition with nice even brown patina. Stock has some nicks and dings with nice dark patina. Ramrod is a later replacement. $1,500 - $2,500

175 Fine Striped Stock Kentucky Percussion Rifle .45 caliber, 42.75” octagonal barrel. Engraved lock and hammer, double set triggers. Maple stock with very fine grain tiger stripping with brass furniture including an engraved and pierced four-piece patchbox, pierced side plate and inlaid floral pattern on the buttstock missing the center flower. Silver barrel pin and wrist escutcheon plates and engraved eight-pointed star on the cheek rest.

Stock has line carving along the ramrod channel and a pattern in the left buttstock. Complete with wood ramrod. Good. Bore has strong rifling, but is dark. Moderate pitting on the breech, nipple drum and lock. Stock has a crack on the left of the buttstock. $1,500 - $2,000

176 Percussion Rifle by Merrill, Marked J.R. .36 caliber, 42.5” octagonal barrel in even dark brown finish. Initials “J R” stamped between the rear sight and the breech. Has an engraved commercial lock marked MERRILL and double set triggers. Walnut stock has a faux tiger maple finish. Brass furniture with engraved four-piece patch box and side plate. Drop-comb buttstock with cheek rest on the left side. Complete with wooden ramrod.

Very good. Bore dark with very strong rifling, moderate pitting around the nipple drum and breech. Small cracks on the left barrel channel and the toe of the buttstock. $1,000 - $1,500

104

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

177 British Joseph Manton Cased Percussion Shotgun 14 gauge, 30.5� two-stage barrels, marked on the rib. Finely bank note engraved lockplates marked along the edge closest to the barrels, Joseph Manton & Son Patentees. Finely figured checkered walnut stock. Case made of mahogany and partitioned in a green baize lining. Cased with flask, cleaning rods and screw drivers. Barrels have some of the brown finish, mostly turning plum. Locks have been lightly cleaned to a grey finish. Stock is excellent with a few nicks and dings. Case is very good with nice label. Accessories are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

Left Side

178 Full-Stock Indian Percussion Rifle from the Jim Richie Collection .54 caliber, 33.75� octagonal heavy barrel marked Henry Folsom & Co. St. Louis - MO. The lock is marked with a scroll banner Golcher.

With brass fore end cap, ferrules. Trigger guard with finger spur, oval patchbox and crescent buttplate. The length of the stock is adorned with brass tacks in several places below the barrel and along the border of both sides of the butt. The wrist of the stock is wrapped in worn leather. The stock has a raised cheek piece with incised carved molding. The barrel, hammer and lockplate all have a rich dark brown patina. The brass has a dark patina throughout. Some of the tacks have fallen off over the years. The stock shows some heavy use, with some cracks beneath the barrel. The bore shows some light oxidized colors on the interior and could use a cleaning.

The mechanics are good.

Jim Ritchie $7,000 - $10,000

Detail

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

105

179 Plains Rifle by A. G. Bishop 50 caliber, 34” octagonal barrel. Marked on the top flat A. G. Bishop, Patent breech. Single set trigger. German silver trigger guard, toeplate, buttplate and patchbox. Nine silver inlays of hearts, diamonds, six-pointed star. Curly maple stock with an old pewter band for a repair on the front of stock. Barrel with nice old original brown finish with some speckling and staining. Stock with very nice untouched look and dark untouched patina. Stock with sharp lines. Sharp markings. Bore is very dirty but will clean to better. Has nice deep rifling. $1,000 - $2,000

180 Half-Stock Iron-Mounted Percussion Rifle by R. Beauvais from the Jim Richie Collection .52 caliber, 33.75” heavy octagonal barrel with German silver inlaid bands at the breech. The barrel is marked R. Beauvais St. Louis. Patent breech, with double set triggers. Double tang screws, double barrel wedges. The lock is engraved P.S.J. & Co. Warranted and features a double-line engraved border, along with an engraved hunt scene and scroll pattern. The hammer, trigger guard and upper tang also feature scroll engravings. The right side of the butt features an engraved German silver one-piece patchbox. The left side features an engraved German silver stag inlaid on the raised cheek piece. The half-length walnut stock features a brass tipped ramrod, two brass ferrules, German silver escutcheons, an iron fore end cap, an engraved sideplate and a brass crescent-form buttplate. The bottom finial of the buttplate is an engraved pineapple form. The wrist of the stock is checkered.

Renault Beauvais made rifles in St Louis from 1840-1874. Excellent “Mountain Man” rifle built to compete for business with the Hawken rifles - at first glance, a close resemblance. The barrel has a mottled brown and gray patina. The lock and hammer have a gunmetal patina.

The stock shows some light handling marks, but is in very good overall condition. Excellent markings on the barrel and the lock. The bore is good and will clean to very good. The mechanics are excellent. $6,000 - $9,000

181 Kentucky Full-Stock Percussion Indian Rifle from the Jim Richie Collection .40 cal., 33” octagonal barrel with script letter “P” on the top face, rear sight removed, faintly engraved lockplate, double set triggers, all finish aging to dark gray with overall peppered pitting. Maple stock with line carved ramrod channel filled with traces of red ochre, checkered wrist and cheek rest on the left buttstock, brass furniture with four-piece engraved patchbox, brass tacks outlined patchbox and trim the stock. One of the tack heads is missing on the underside of the buttstock reviling the ‘square’ cut shank, helping to date the rifle to before the 1880s. Complete with a contemporary replacement ramrod. Fair to good; bore dark with strong rifling, barrel and lock with pitting as noted above. Action does not hold. Stock worn on the edges, patchbox lid slightly bent, triggerguard has a repaired break and the back tip of the backplate is missing. $10,000 - $15,000 106

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

182 Kentucky Percussion Rifle by W.M. Sheetz N. 64 .36 caliber, 42” octagonal barrel, signed on the top of barrel. Engraved lockplate marked Bird Brothers Philadelphia. Buckhorn rear sight with blade front sight. Double set triggers. Four-piece engraved patchbox, brass furniture, silver oval inlaid on the cheek piece with silver thumb rest behind tang. Maple stock. Barrel is smooth with a nice dark original brown finish. Markings are sharp and clear. Lockplate and hammer with nice smooth and brown finish. All metal has nice even look. Brass with nice untouched patina. Stock is excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

183 American Heavy Barrel Percussion Target Rifle .38 caliber, 27.25” heavy octagonal barrel with patent breech. Half-stock percussion rifle featuring a heavy barrel with a Redfield hood front sight and a hood peep sight on the upper tang. The upper tang, hammer and lock feature flowing scroll and floral engravings.

Double set triggers with engraved German silver trigger guard with finger spurs and an engraved finial. The walnut half-stock features German silver escutcheons and a pewter fore end cap with an ash ramrod and two ferrules attached to the barrel. The stock features an engraved German silver patchbox with an engraved German silver plaque inlaid on the opposite side of the stock. The crescent buttplate is also engraved German silver. The barrel has an even dark gunmetal patina. The tang, hammer and lock have a mostly blue finish, with some small areas fading to a gunmetal patina. The stock has a crack on the left side at the rear of the barrel, extending diagonally towards the triggers. All German silver is bright and shiny. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000

184 Percussion Plains Rifle Marked F.R. Hamilton, Bloomington, Indiana .52 caliber, 34” heavy octagonal barrel with circular muzzle. The barrel is marked F.R. Hamilton Bloomington, Indiana. The barrel features an inlaid German silver band at the breech, and an inlaid copper circle on the face of the muzzle. The maple half-stock features several German silver inlays, including a diamond and five-pointed stars on the right side of the butt, and ivy vines with an eagle and shield silhouette on the left side. The rifle also features German silver ferrules, escutcheons, trigger guard with finger spur, patchbox, crescent buttplate and other inlays. The rifle also has a pewter fore end cap and a hickory ramrod. The barrel has a brownish plum patina. There is a very small amount of separation at the breech. The lock and hammer have a dark brown and grey mottled patina. The stock has some small hairline age crack in the butt and another on the right side above the escutcheon. There is an old repair on the left side of the stock where the breech of the barrel meets the upper tang. One of the ferrules is missing. The bore needs to be cleaned, but is in good condition. The mechanics are very good. $4,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

107

185 Contempoary Copy of Armstrong Percussion Rifle by Donald Lee Kammerer .44 caliber, 42” octagonal barrel maker signed “Donald Lee Kammerer” on an inlaid silver panel on the top flat near the breech, breech tang engraved. Lockplate and hammer engraved and in working order. Raised carved curly maple stock with engraved brass furniture including a four-piece patchbox, cheek rest escutcheon with engraved eagle and wrist escutcheon with script initials “RB.” Complete with wood ramrod. Good; bore dark, barrel and lock in brown finish with light surface oxidation. $1,500 - $2,000

186 Percussion Target Rifle by E. Wesson .40 caliber, 28” heavy octagonal barrel with rounded muzzle. The barrel has a German silver blade front sight with a dovetail rear sight.

The barrel is stamped E. Wesson Cast Steel Hartford CT and features two stamped eagle motifs. The breech, frame, lock and upper tang feature scroll engravings. The upper tang has a folding peep sight attached. With double set triggers. The iron patchbox features an engraved buck, surrounded by scroll engravings. Opposite the patchbox is an inlaid German silver plaque with an engraved hunting dog. The crescent buttplate features scroll engravings, and a compartment that features a takedown tool for the barrel. The underside of the barrel has three iron ferrules for the hickory ramrod with a brass tip. The barrel has an even dark plum patina, with hints of brown.

There is some light oxidization around the nipple. The frame, hammer, lock, tang, patchbox, trigger guard and buttplate have the same dark patina. The trigger guard is loose and is missing a rear screw. The German silver is bright and shiny. The stock has some minor nicks and dings, and there appears to be an old repair at the end of the upper tang of the buttplate. The bore and mechanics are very good. $3,000 - $5,000

187 Ornate German Percussion Hunting Rifle Marked Hop P. Mann in Munchen .56 caliber, 26.25” round-to-octagonal barrel. The barrel is engraved Hop. P. Mann in Munchen, forward of the blued and engraved bands at the breech. The breech, upper tang and hammer feature flowing floral and scroll engravings. The lockplate is unique in that it features an engraved scene of a buck lying down in front of a boulder with engraved Germanic symbols or runestones. The lock has an engraved scroll border, with a floral sunburst pattern at the rear. The full stock features checkering at the hand rest and at the wrist, and has a wooden trigger guard with finger spurs and a raised cheek piece. The rifle has double set triggers. The stock has a German silver buttplate that is engraved at the upper tang. It also has a unique checkered wooden patchbox with an oval thumbprint that slides outward. The stock also features a horn fore end cap, German silver escutcheons, two sling swivels and one German silver ferrule and a floral finial for the ebonized ramrod with a brass tip. Opposite the lock are two engraved German silver inlays surrounding the engraved screws. Barrel with straight blade German silver front sight with a dovetail rear sight. Forward of the rear sight is a unique German silver skeleton band with floral engravings, that wraps around the barrel and stock. The barrel has a dark gunmetal patina, with areas of spotting throughout. As noted, the barrel has a small and large blue band at the breech. The hammer, lock and upper tang all have a flat dark gunmetal patina. All German silver parts are bright and shiny. All screws are engraved and appear original. The horn fore end cap has some chips to it. The stock has a few nicks and dings, but is in very good overall condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,500

108

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

188 Percussion Fowler by Le Page 6 gauge, 29.5” octagonal-to-round barrel, patent breech, Gold inlaid lines on the breech. Gold inlaid markings Le Page A Rqer Du Roi Brevette.

On the hammer is Le Page Brevette. Barrel finished in a twist brown; case colored breech, hammer and lock. Finely checkered and highly figured French walnut stock. Barrel retains most of the brown finish. Breechblock with some of the case colors and some brown staining. Lock and hammer with some case colors and highly blue finish around the base of the hammer. Stock is excellent. $6,000 - $8,000 Details

Left Side

189 Breechloading Pauly Shotgun 16 gauge, 32” barrels, S/N 195. Engraved on the sides of the frame Invention Pauly.

Top of barrels inlaid in gold Invention Pauly, Brevette A Paris. Beautifully carved boar’s head behind the trigger guard. Finely checkered walnut stock. Barrels are brown with most of the gold still intact. Frame with crisp markings and a nice untouched mottled grey look. Stock is excellent. Bores are good. $7,500 - $10,000 Details

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

109

Left Side

190 1830 - 1840s Half Spanish Eagle Head Quilted Seat Officer’s Saddle Black patent leather seat quilted in a floral pattern and trimmed in red leather, cast brass eagle head pommel with crisp detail. Raised cantle bound in black leather, dark brown fenders and straps. Faded red worsted wool girth strap backed in canvas. Cast brass stirrups embossed on both sides with a patriotic motif of eagle and shield over a trophy of arms.

Complete with permanently attached shabraque of blue-gray wool embroidered with a floral design on the corners and bound in heavy mixed fiber braid. A classic example of a superior quality saddle as used by a militia or volunteer officer during the Mexican War era. Fair to good.

Normal service wear. Some loose stitching and minor repairs, girth torn in the middle and repaired, heavy overall mothing and loss of the left back edge of the shabraque. $5,000 - $8,000 191 No Lot 192 No Lot

110

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

193 John Wilkes Booth Dueling Target Pistol American-made dueling pistol, 17 in. long, 10.5 in. octagonal barrel of .43 caliber with a good bore. Bottom of barrel stamped J.G. SYMS 44 CHATHAM ST. NY. The pistol has a walnut half-stock with checkered grip, light floral scroll engraving on the lock, patent breech, and trigger guard. It also has double lines of gold inlaid at the breech, front and rear sights and a single set trigger.

John G. Syms was the brother of William Syms, partner of Blunt and Syms, which produced percussion pistols between the 1840s-1850s in New York City. The pistol is accompanied by a 3-page letter written by Col. J.H. Willets to his daughter, in which he references the dueling pistol that he had presented to his grandson and its previous owner, John Wilkes Booth.

On the night of April 15, 1865 John Wilkes Booth pulled the hammer of a .44-caliber Derringer

pistol and fired a bullet through the head of the unsuspecting President. Through a cloud of smoke he leaped onto the stage and yelled Sic semper tyrannis! The action secured the gun and its marksman a place in infamy. Although this is not the same firearm, this dueling pistol was held and shot several times by the same gunman who killed the President.

Colonel J.H. Willets was President of Courts Martial during the Civil War in Washington, D.C. In his leisure time he participated in shooting as sport at a local gallery. He was considered one of the best shots in the city and, as a gift, the proprietor of a shooting gallery in Washington, A New Orleans Creole named Pierre, presented him with this dueling pistol. Prior to Willets’ possession, the pistol was one of a pair used in New Orleans for duels (Willets gifted the other pistol to another family member). In the letter to his daughter, dated Dec. 4, 1916, Willets recounts that Pierre explained that he loaned the pistols in affairs of Honor…each pistol killed more than one man. Willets competed with many men in Pierre’s gallery, and one of his contenders was John Wilkes Booth. He was a fine shot, explains Willets, [he] used this pistol many times. After using the pistol in competition, Booth shot Lincoln that following April with his derringer. Willets gifted his dueling pistol and wrote about its past so that in years to come, the Boys seeing this old Relic of War Times, may know something of its History.

Along with the handwritten testimony is a collection of newspaper clippings confirming the pistol’s provenance, including an issue of “We Women,” published in Bridgetown, NJ, in October 1946, in which the story of Booth, Col. Willets, and the pistol is referenced, as well as a binder of additional paperwork detailing the life of its owner, Col. Willets.

Barrel of pistol has dark patina, but displays scattered, small patches of corrosion. The remaining metal exhibits lighter patina. Stock with older, repaired crack above front of the lockplate. $15,000 - $30,000

Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

111

Left Side

Details

112

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

194 Massive Bell Bowie Knife 14” clip point hand-forged blade, 5” false edge, 1.750” wide, overall length 19.250”. Blade with curved tang, small notch cut in the back of the blade near the ricasso. Thick forged bolster at the base of handle.

Coin silver scabbard engraved in vine scrolls and floral designs; rear of scabbard is made for the notch in the back of the blade. Hand-engraved in a small square near the ricasso, Samuel Bell Knoxville Tenn, and numbered No 20112. Engraved button near the top of the scabbard.

This may be the only Samuel Bell knife with numbers, and possibly the largest Samuel Bell knife known.

Samuel Bell, a silversmith, made Bowie knives both in Knoxville and also in San Antonio, Texas. This knife was probably made ca 1830. This is a very rare and great prize of collecting American-made Bowie knifes.

Scabbard is in excellent condition with a nice unpolished look retaining most of the natural patination. Some small dents on the back edge of the scabbard. Engraving and markings are sharp and crisp. Blade is excellent with nice untouched look, some fine staining and some dents along the sharp edge. No handle and the tang shows that the handle has been missing for a long time. $40,000 - $60,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

195 English Bowie Knife by Wragg & Sons 9” blade etched in an acanthus leaf scroll with gilt fill and inscribed “SELF DEFENDER” on the left side, ricasso maker marked “WRAGG & SONS / 38 / FURNACE HILL / SHEFFIELD.” Hilt has a blackened brass crossguard and a large stag horn grip, possibly a replacement. Brown scroll tooled leather cover pasteboard scabbard with nickel throat, lacks drag and about 1” of the scabbard tip. Blade in mostly bright finish with an area or two of oxidation, most of the gilt finish is intact. Scabbard service worn and broken at the tip. $1,000 - $2,000

196 English Bowie Knife by Barnes 6.5” clipped-point blade. Tortoiseshell handle with coffin-shaped German silver pommel and inlaid mother-of-pearl circle. Red suede leather sheath with German silver tip and throat. Knife from the Dr. R. Charles Griffith Collection. Blade has been lightly polished. Handle and German silver have nice patina.

Dr. R. Charles Griffith Collection $3,000 - $4,000

197 Cutlery Handle Bowie Knife and Sheath by W&S. Butcher 8.25” clip point blade with etched panel and banner Self Protector. Long false edge along the top of the blade is an early feature. German silver hollow cutlery handle with German silver guard.

Leather sheath with German silver tip. Blade is very nice with an untouched look. Etched panel is very good and visible. Some very light staining across the ricasso and under the guard. Some light staining on the blade on the right side. Sheath shows some light scuffs. $3,500 - $4,500

198 Republic of Texas Marine Officer’s Shako Black leather slightly bell crown body with leather visor. Brass starburst front plate has applied copper anchor. Leather cockade with brass star. Brass chin scales and Lone Star-embossed side buttons. Complete with white cotton cords and tassels, and red wool pompom. Interior with leather sweatband and pasteboard crown lining. A rare surviving example issued by the Texas Navy. Fair to good. Dents and crazing from age and service with moderate finish loss. Several extra holes behind the plate where another insignia was once attached. $2,000 - $3,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

113

Right Side

199 Sheffield Bowie Knife by C.Congreve Presented to the Governor of Wisconsin 10 clip point blade, 1.75” wide with saw tooth back running down to the false edge.

3.25” false edge. Marked on the ricasso “W” crown “R.” G. Congreve Sheffield, marked in a banner along the sawtooth edge; Celebrated Hunting Knife in two lines. Original checkered ivory handle. Large button-style pommel that is engraved with the name Nelson Dewy. Deluxe hand-tooled leather scabbard with clam shell design silver tip and silver throat. Dewey was the first Governor of Wisconsin.

Nelson Dewy (also spelled Dewey) was born in Connecticut in 1813 and shortly thereafter his family moved to Butternuts (now Morris) New York, where Dewy taught school as a young man and began the practice of law. In 1836 he moved to Wisconsin Territory and helped establish the town of Cassville, where he entered public service as Registrar of Deeds. Elected to the territorial general assembly as a Democrat in 1838, he helped develop lead mining in Grant County. A decade later Dewy was elected as the first state governor of Wisconsin.

Dewy served two terms as governor and helped create the Board of Public Works, which constructed new canals, harbors, roads and railroads. In 1849 he was elected president of the new state historical society. By the end of his second term, his political capital waned and he returned to his law practice, while remaining an important figure in the state. Elected state senator two years later, Dewy was consistently chosen as a delegate to most state Democratic conventions. His end came in 1889, when he died a poor man. Blade is untouched with some staining.

Markings are sharp and crisp. Handle with untouched yellowed age patina. One small dark stain close to the pommel. Pommel is excellent with clear engraving on the top.

Leather is nice and untouched with no opened seams. Frog button is missing. Silver with nice patina. Overall this is an excellent early knife circa 1830-1840. $6,000 - $10,000

Details 114

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

200 Model 1860 Presentation Sword to Col. Viall From the Officers of the 4th Rhode Island Militia 34” etched blade with floral and military motifs including a “U.S.” and a standing officer looking through field glasses. Retailer marked in a shield on the reverse above the ricasso MILLER / & Co. / NEW YORK. Ricasso maker marked and dated COLLINS & Co / HARTFORD / CONN. Hilt has brass deluxe floral engraved three-branch guard and Phrygian helmet pommel cap embossed the acanthus leaves, brass grip cast in a fish scale pattern with faux twist wire wrap. Nickel-plated metal scabbard has brass mounts and drag pierced with floral elements. The reverse of the top mount has an oval plaque with engraved presentation inscription “COL. NELSON VIALL / From Officers of / the 4th R.I.M.” Nelson Viall (1827-1903) saw service during the Mexican War. At the beginning of the Civil War he joined the 1st Rhode Island Detached Militia (30 days) as a 1st Lieutenant. He was then commissioned as the Captain of Co. D, 4th R.I. Vol. Inf. fighting at 1st Bull Run in 1861 were he was promoted first to Major, then to Lt. Colonel. He assumed command of the regiment at Fredericksburg in 1862 and received a battlefield commission to Colonel. Viall resigned in 1863 to accept a commission in the newly formed 14th R.I. Heavy Artillery (Colored), later renamed the 11th US Colored Heavy Artillery. He was largely personally responsible for the recruitment and training of this unit and was said to have had great faith in the ability of African-American soldiers. This unit formed part of the garrison of New Orleans until mustered out in Oct. 1865. At the war’s end he was brevetted a Brigadier General of Volunteers. He served as the Chief of Police

in Providence until 1867 and as the Warden of the R.I. State Prison until his death. The sword offered here was most likely given to Viall in honor of his commission to the 14th R.I. Heavy Artillery.

Good to very good. The blade has been cleaned and has minor to moderate shallow pitting towards the tip above the etching. $8,000 - $12,000

Details SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

115

201 Model 1840 Republic of Mexico Cavalry Officer’s Sword French Made 33.75” straight blade with fuller, etched with military and floral motifs including the eagle, snake and cactus Mexican national emblem.

Hilt has a brass four-branch guard with langets, pommel and back strap. Grip wrapped in shagreen and brass wire twist. Iron scabbard retains much of the black painted finish and appears to have been made without a drag. Good. Blade lightly graying with spots of oxidation. Point slightly blunted. Scabbard has scattered pitting and wear at the throat. $2,000 - $4,000

202 Model 1840 Cavalry Officer’s Sword 35” curved blade with fuller etched with battle scenes, “US”, a spread wing eagle, military and floral motifs. Hilt has brass deluxe threebranch guard and Phrygian helmet pommel embossed with oak and laurel leaf patterns, grip wrapped in shagreen and brass twist wire, wire broken at the pommel. Brass scabbard retains small traces of the gilt finish and is engraved on the obverse with an eagle and “UNION” scroll, and an acanthus leaf vine, hanger ring band embossed with shamrocks and the drag with oak leaves.

Oral tradition provided by the consignor attributes this sword to Civil War Union General Franz Sigel. However, the sword is not inscribed to him and does not include any corroborating documentation.

Good; blade has mottled gray finish, wire loose on the grip, scabbard with multiple dents, heaviest toward the drag. $6,000 - $8,000

116

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

203 Model 1860 Cavalry Officer’s Sword 35” curved blade with fuller etched with a “US”, military and floral motifs, no maker’s marks, retains the leather scabbard washer. Hilt has a brass officer’s quality three-branch guard and Phrygian helmet pommel embossed with acanthus and oak leaves, grip wrapped in black leather with brass twist wire. Iron scabbard in blue turning plum finish with brass floral embossed fittings. Good; blade has overall light gray spotting, hilt with an even, mild patina with small traces of gilt finish. Scabbard has minor dents and oxidation only on the drag. $2,000 - $4,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

204 Irish-American Col. Thomas Cass Presentation Sword with Reseach, Prints and More Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer’s sword, 30.5” blade etched with floral and military motifs.

Obverse with presentation “Presented by the Members / of the Columbian Artillery / to Capt. Thomas Cass / Dec 1854.” Ricasso with maker’s mark “Ames Mfg. Co. / Chicopee, / Mass.” Hilt has brass guard pierced with “US” and floral elements, and Phrygian helmet pommel embossed with acanthus leaves, both retaining good traces of gilt finish. Grip wrapped in shagreen and brass twist wire. Has a brass scabbard engraved on the obverse with a trophy of arms and presentation inscription between the upper mounts matching the one found on the blade, framed within a rococo scrolled shell border. Reverse stamped with an Ames address. Complete with bullion sword knot.

Lot includes related display items and research material, a 12” x 8.25” copy photograph of Colonel Thomas Cass in uniform wearing the sword, in a 27” x 23” period gilt frame with oak leaf motifs, a 22.5” x 28” limited edition print by Don Troiani entitled, “Brothers of Ireland Battle of Gaine’s Mill June 27, 1862”, numbered 688/1000. Two flags on left side of print with U.S. flag and battle flag that with verse in the flag that partially reads, Thy Sons by Adoption, Truly Firm Supporters, and Affections and Choice, Col. Thomas Cass, Irish Volunteers. Flag on right side of the print with lettering on the flag reads Irish Brigade 68th Regt. N.Y. S.V., photographs of the Colonel Thomas Cass monument in Boston Gardens and a print-out image of Colonel Thomas Cass seated in the center with this sword surrounded by fellow members of the 9th Mass Regiment with a list of battle honors.

Lot also include the following books: an 1899 1st edition of History of the Ninth Mass. Volunteer Infantry by MacNamara, Commanding the Irish Ninth by Christian Samito and a 2000 reprint of History of the Ninth Mass. Volunteer Infantry by MacNamara with introduction by Christian Samito.

In addition, the group includes two binders and folder of research and and related photos.

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Colonel Thomas Cass was born in Farmly, Queens County Ireland in 1821, emigrating as a child to Boston. Before the Civil War, he rose Detail to prominence as a North End leader in local military and political affairs. He joined the Columbian Artillery, an elite militia group, advancing to the rank of captain and commander. At the beginning of the Civil War, the Columbian Artillery became part of the 9th Mass. Vol. Inf. with Cass named as colonel on June 11, 1861. A predominantly Irish regiment, this unit was soon to be known as “the Fighting Ninth,” fighting with distinction in the Army of the Potomac at Hanover Courthouse, Gaines Mill, Savage’s Station, White Oak Swamp and Turkey Creek.

At the Battle of Malvern Hill, July, 1, 1862 Colonel Cass fell mortally wounded, shot through the face and mouth, dying on July 12. During that week’s fighting, the regiment lost a total 19 officers but captured seven rebel standards. During his funeral, the casket was draped with emblems of mourning and the stars and stripes. His sword, cap, and equipment rested on the casket.

In 1899, the city of Boston erected a monument to Massachusetts volunteers topped by a sculpture of Col. Cass. Very good. Blade finish is lightly subdued with age and has moderate nicks on the edge. Grip wrapping shows surface wear. Scabbard with moderate dents, heaviest at the drag.

Sword knot worn with some edge loss on the strap. $15,000 - $25,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

117

205 Ballard Civil War Carbine by Ball & Williams .44 RF caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 9940. All matching numbers. The right side of the frame is marked Ballard’s Patent / Nov. 5. 1861. On the left side of the frame is marked Ball & Williams / Worcester Mass. and Merwin & Bray Agts / New York. With MM on the left side of the breechblock and in a cartouche on the butt. The walnut buttstock has an unusual leather buttpad that has been fashioned. Barrel and frame have a plum patina. Markings are visible but weak. Stock has had an old repair by adding shoe leather as a buttplate. The forearm has a slight age crack on the left side. Bore is very good. Mechanically fine. $1,000 - $1,500

206 US Civil War 1st Type Merrill Carbine .54 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 3391. With matching serial numbers throughout. The top of the breech lever is marked J.H. Merrill Balto. / Pat. July 1858. The same is also marked on the lockplate with additional patent dates, and the serial number at the rear. Walnut stock with tapered forearm and brass barrel band, patchbox, triggerguard and buttplate. With saddle bar and ring on the left side of the stock.

The barrel has most of its original blue finish with some streaking near the breech. Wood shows dents and dings from normal field service.

The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $1,800

207 Spencer Civil War Model Carbine .52 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 18347. The top flat of the frame has obscured Spencer markings. Blue finished barrel with case hardened frame, hammer, lever, saddle bar and lock. Walnut stock with inspector’s cartouche, and sling swivel on underside of butt. The barrel has a good amount of original blue finish remaining, with small areas of spotting and streaking. The frame, lock, hammer and lever all have a flat grey patina, with some light traces of case coloring. The stock has some handling marks, but is in good overall condition. The magazine tube is present and in very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,400 - $2,400 118

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

208 US Civil War Starr Carbine .54 caliber, 21” barrel length, S/N 545. The top of the barrel is marked Starr Arms Co. Yonkers N.Y. The left side of the barrel is stamped EF at the breech. Behind the breechblock are the Starr patent dates. The walnut stock and forearm have a brass barrel band and buttplate.

The left of the stock contains two inspector’s cartouches. A saddle ring is on the left of the frame. The barrel has a brown and plum patina, with dark stains in small areas and some silver streaks towards the breech. The stock and forearm have nicks and dings from service wear. The bore is in good condition and will clean to better. The mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,000

209 Joslyn Model 1855 “Monkey Tail” Carbine .54 caliber, 22.5” barrel, S/N 160. The lockplate is marked A.H. Waters & Co. Milbury Mass. Saddle ring and bar opposite lockplate. With brass barrel band, trigger guard and buttplate. Walnut stock with inspector’s cartouche above saddle bar. The barrel has a mottled blue and dark grey patina. The lock and lever have heavy grey and silver mottling. The markings are worn from the lever. The stock has some nicks and dings, with some wear to the left side above the saddle bar. The toe of the but has a small piece that is being held on the bottom with an old piece of athletic tape. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $3,000

210 Gwyn & Campbell Type I Carbine .52 caliber, 20” round-to-octagonal barrel, S/N 23. Lockplate marked Gwyn & Campbell Patent 1862 Hamilton O. The frame is marked Union Rifle. With 900 yard adjustable rear leaf sight. Hammer and lever are long serpentine shape and rounded. Walnut stock. All metal parts have a dark brownish plum patina. The lockplate displays some streaking. The barrel has some small dings to the metal on the octagonal part. The stock has several nicks and dings, with a repair to the left side where the stock meets the frame. A small section of the frame is chipped near the lower part of the left of the frame above the trigger. The trigger itself has a loose spring. The bore could use a cleaning. $1,000 - $1,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

119

211 Sharps Model 1852 Slant-Breech Carbine .52 caliber, 21.5” barrel, S/N 4236. Barrel marked Sharps Rifle Manufg Co. Hartford, Conn. The lock is marked C. Sharps Patent 1852. The tang is marked C. Sharps Patent 1848. With brass barrel band, patchbox and buttplate. With short saddle bar variation with large ring.

The interior of the patchbox lid is stamped 66 in the metal. The barrel has a grey and plum mottled patina, with streaking throughout.

The lock, hammer and frame have a dark gunmetal patina with some light traces of case coloring remaining in the protected areas. The stock and forearm have some handling marks, and the buttstock has been expertly repaired at the toe. The bore is in very good condition. $3,500 - $4,500

212 Civil War Smith Carbine .50 caliber, 21 5/8” round-to-octagonal barrel, S/N 11768. Left side of breech marked Address Poultney & Trimble Baltimore U.S.A. and Smith’s Patent June 23 1857. Also marked Manufactured By Mass Arms Co. Chicopee Falls. With saddle ring and bar on left side of breech.

Walnut stock and forearm. The barrel has almost 100% of its original blue finish remaining. The breech has a majority of its case colors remaining. The stock has some slight nicks and dings. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $2,000 - $3,000

213 Sharps & Hankins Navy Type Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 24” barrel with leather cover, S/N 10968. Right side of frame marked Sharps & Hankins Philada, with the left side marked Sharps Patent 1859. With brass buttplate. Walnut stock. The leather on the barrel has a few nicks, but is for the most part in very good to excellent condition. It is still soft and shows no deterioration. The frame has a gunmetal patina, with light spotting. The stock has one nick to it but is in very good condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500

120

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

214 Joslyn Model 1862 Carbine .52 RF caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 3619. Marked on top of the breechblock BF Joslyns Patent October 8th 1861 June 24th 1862. Marked on the lockplate Joslyn Fire Arms Co, Stonington Conn. Brass buttplate, trigger guard and front band. With sling bar and ring opposite lockplate. Three-leaf rear barrel sight.

With remnants of an inspector’s cartouche marked above saddle bar. Stamped FDL on barrel and to the right of the saddle bar. Walnut stock. The barrel has a mottled blue and plum patina. The lock has a mostly mottled grey and brown patina. The breechblock latch has a hole drilled into the top. The stock has nicks and dings consistent with use. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

215 Joslyn Breech Loading Rifle .50-60-450 Joslyn rimfire caliber, 35.5” barrel, S/N 1020. Lockplate marked U.S. Springfield with an eagle motif, and dated 1864. The back of the breech is marked B.F. Joslyn’s Patent Oct. 8th 1861 June 24th 1862. Walnut stock with three barrel bands and slotted ramrod. Underside of stock marked Z forward of the trigger guard. The barrel has a shellac to it, with a grey patina underneath. The lockplate also has a shellac to it. The stock has some nicks and dings, but is in very good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $900 - $1,200

216 1861 Bridesburg Musket with Needham Alteration .58 caliber, 37” barrel. Lockplate with eagle motif marked Bridesburg and dated 1863. Walnut stock with three barrel bands and tulip headed cleaning rod. All metal parts are finished bright and shiny. The stock has a few nicks and dings, but is in good overall condition, with most of the dings and a chip occurring along the underside. The bore is in very good condition. $800 - $1,200

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

121

217 Maynard Tape Primed D.S. Nippes, Philadelphia Conversion .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. Barrel marked U.S. over J.C.B. over P. The upper tang is dated 1848. Maynard primer door marked Edward Maynard Patentee 1846. Rear of lockplate marked Mill Creek PA 1846. Walnut stock with two inspector’s cartouches opposite lock, three barrel bands and trumpet-shaped ramrod. The barrel has a silver and plum mottled patina throughout, with peppering towards the breech. The lock and tape primer also have a mottled patina. The stock has some nicks and dings, but is in good overall condition with clear and crisp cartouches. The bore could use a cleaning but is in good overall condition. $1,200 - $1,800

218 Fayetteville C.S.A. Smoothbore Rifle, Type IV .58 caliber, 33” barrel. Barrel marked VP over an eagle head. The lockplate is marked Fayetteville with an eagle motif over C.S.A. and dated 1864 at the rear. With brass fore end, barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate marked C.S.A. Walnut stock with inspector’s cartouche opposite the lock, and tulip-head ramrod. The barrel and lock have a mostly brown patina with some streaking. The stock has some nicks and dings, along with a small crack towards the rear of the lock, and opposite of the lock. A section of the stock along the right breech above the hammer is missing. The rear sight is a period replacement. The ramrod is slightly dinged. The bore is dirty, but in good condition. $4,000 - $6,000

219 Civil War Burnside Breechloading Carbine, Third Model .54 caliber, 20.1” round barrel marked “CAST STEEL 1862,” S/N 3538. Back action lock with two-line address; functions properly. Single band walnut forearm and buttstock with iron furniture. Good. Bore has areas of pitting, rifling strong, barrel finish browning, receiver aging to gray. Wood with normal service dents and wear. $1,000 - $1,500

122

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

220 Whitney Rolling Block Military Carbine .45 caliber, 20.5” barrel, S/N 63002. Top of barrel marked 45 at the breech. With inspector’s cartouche marked on left of frame behind the saddle bar, and a firing proof behind the trigger guard. There are no other markings appearing anywhere on the frame or barrel. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, with some very light fading and spotting towards the muzzle. The frame and trigger guard display very good case coloring, with some wear to the coloring on the tang. The stock and forearm have some initials lightly carved into them. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,500 - $3,000

221 U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Conversion with Bayonet .69 caliber, 42” round barrel. The barrel is marked with a P over an eagle head, over a V. At the breech, the barrel is marked X53. The upper tang is dated 1832. The lock is marked with an eagle motif over U.S., and is marked Springfield 1832 at the rear. To the left of the upper tang AA3 is stamped into the wood.The walnut stock has three barrel bands, sling swivels, a U.S. marked buttplate and a trumpet-headed ramrod. The stock features two crisp inspector’s cartouches opposite the lock, and an additional one behind the trigger guard. The correct socket bayonet is included with the rifle. All metal parts have a beautiful brown finish. The stock has a beautiful open grain and you can feel the feathering throughout. The bore is good, and could clean to very good. The mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000

222 Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Carbine .52 caliber, 21.5” barrel, S/N 10301. Barrel marked Sharps Rifle Manufg Co. Hartford Conn., with the left side of the barrel stamped with a J. The lock is marked Sharp’s Patent 1852. The tang is marked Sharps Patent 1848, along with the serial. With a saddle ring and bar affixed to the brass barrel band and the frame. Walnut stock and forearm with brass patchbox and buttplate. All metal parts are finished bright and shiny, with the frame, lock, hammer and lever having areas of spotting. The walnut stock and forearm have some nicks and dings, but are in very good overall condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,200 - $1,800 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

123

223 U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol .54 caliber, 8.5” round barrel with military marks on the left side of barrel. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Lockplate marked H. Aston; on the rear of lockplate dated 1851, captured ram-rod.

Barrel is dark with some pitting and turning a brown. Sub-inspector’s initials are visible on the barrel.

Hammer and lock are dark brown with some pitting on the hammer. Stock has some nicks and dings with visible cartouche on the left flat opposite the lock. $1,200 - $1,600

225 Cased Colt Model 1849 Revolver .31 caliber, 6” octagonal barrel, New York two-line address, S/N 315349. Blued finish. Case colored frame and lever. Varnished walnut grips, silver plated trigger guard and backstrap. Case is mahogany with a deep maroon lining with flask. Colt Patent marked brass mold. Barrel retains most original blue finish, but thinning. Cylinder retains some original blue finish, but thinning and turning plum. Cylinder stop has caused a very light line through the cylinder stops. This is a pocket pistol that would have had the standard grey-to-blue case colors on the frame, however only traces are remaining. The frame has a nice blue-to-grey look. Backstrap and trigger guard show only brass.

Grips retain most of the original varnish. The case is in excellent condition with a few scratches on the lid. Otherwise it retains most of the original varnished finish. The flask is marked “E. Pluribus Unum” and has most of the original lacquer finish with two small dents in the body of the flask. Lining of case is original and nicely aged with the imprint of the revolver. $1,800 - $2,400 124

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

224 U.S. H. Aston Model 1842 Percussion Pistol .54 caliber, 8.5” round barrel with military marks on the left side of barrel. Brass furniture with walnut stock. Lockplate marked H. Aston; on the rear of lockplate dated 1851. Tang dated 1851, captured ram-rod. Barrel is finish bright. Sub-inspector’s initials are visible on the barrel. Hammer and lock are bright. Stock has some nicks and dings with visible cartouche on the left flat opposite the lock. Gun has been kept clean. $2,000 - $3,000

226 Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 20635. London proofs on the cylinder. New York barrel address.

Blue and case colored finish with silver plated backstrap and trigger guard. Walnut grips. Barrel still retains some of the bright original blue finish fading to a plum. Cylinder is mostly plum with excellent cylinder scene. Frame is a mottled grey to brown. Backstrap and trigger guard still retain most of the silver-plated finish. Grips retain most of he original varnished finish. $2,500 - $4,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

227 Remington New Model Police Revolver with Factory Conversion .36 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 1209. Barrel with patent dates and Remington & Sons Ilion, NY markings. Nickel finish with walnut grips. The nickel finish is strong and present on almost the entirety of the revolver, with some small amounts of brass showing through on the edges of the trigger guard. The grips show normal wear and are in good condition. The bore is very good. The mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

228 Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver with Fitting for Stock .36 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 3735. Single-line Colt New York America address on top of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked Colts Patent” Case colored frame, hammer and lever with a blue barrel. One-piece walnut grips with brass backstrap and trigger guard. Cut for shoulder stock. Sharp and crisp gun that is a silvery gray patina with salt and pepper pitting on the metal surfaces. The frame and hammer have small traces of case color. The brass has a pleasing patina. The grips have nicks and dings consistent with age. The bore is good. Mechanically good. $2,500 - $4,000

229 Exhibition Engraved Perrin Revolver .12 mm caliber, 5.75” barrel, S/N N886. Exhibition quality engraving, lion in a panel on the left side of frame. Gold finish, highly figured walnut grips. Revolver retains most of the gold finish.

Some peeling on the right side of frame. Action is excellent. Walnut grips are excellent. $4,000 - $6,000

230 Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” round barrel retaining much of the blued finish, marked with a single line Colt address, S/N 21994, all matching, ca. 1861. Frame, hammer and loading lever retain much of the case colors, cylinder with naval scene engraving. Brass trigger guard with iron backstrap, walnut grips have a partially legible inspector’s cartouche. Very good; bore with very strong rifling and one minor spot of pitting, light scattered speckling on the barrel, wedge screw lacking. Nice untouched and uncleaned with original finish. $4,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

125

231 Cased Pair of Percussion London Pistols Presented by James E. Fitzgerald .40 caliber, 4” octagonal German silver barrel, steel breech with German silver tang, German silver furniture, engraved steel back-action percussion lock and hammer. Lockplate marked G. Meredith, top of barrel engraved London. Checkered walnut stock with swivel ramrod.

The undersides of the butts have a hollow compartment in them. The pistols are housed in a mahogany case with accessories. The brass plate on the top of the case is engraved A legacy to my son John and God-speed the Clipper “Red Jacket” to California and the Gold. J. E. Fitzgerald. 1854.

James Edward Fitzgerald (1818-1896) was a British born politician who played a significant role in the establishment of government in New Zealand. The clipper ship “Red Jacket” was built in Maine in 1853, and is most famous for setting the trans Atlantic sailing record at the time, in 1854. Once it arrived in Liverpool, it was sold to the British and set sail for Melbourne, Australia. The ship was then used in the immigrant trade in the region. The ship never set sail for California from any location, so while it is unlikely these were gifted to a biological son (Fitzgerald married in 1850), it is not inconceivable that Fitzgerald had gifted these pistols to someone named John traveling on the Red Jacket to Australia.

Pistols are excellent. Case is in good condition, has been relined. The authenticity of the plaque itself cannot be verified. $2,000 - $4,000 232 Kerr Patent Percussion Revolver, Factory Engraved .44 caliber, 6” octagonal barrel, S/N 2868. Marked on the barrel, frame is factory scroll engraved which is seldom seen on these revolvers. Frame and lock with an “A,” an anchor symbol and an “O” in oval. Void of British proofs, more than likely Spanish made post-Civil War era for the Portuguese Navy. Blue finish with checkered wood grips. Lanyard ring in the butt. Metal surfaces retaining a lot of the original blue finish with some flaking and pitting blending in. Grips are very good and have darkened in color. $2,000 - $3,000 126

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

233 Colt Model 1860 Fluted Cylinder Army Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 3793. Nickel finish, single-line New York address. All numbers match.

Walnut one-piece grips. Fluted cylinder. Metal surface retaining most of the period applied nickel finish. Some flaking on the frame and minimal flaking on the barrel around the wedge. Grips retain most of the original varnish with some minor scuffs. $3,000 - $6,000

234 Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 214837. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel with single line U.S. America address. The cylinder has a roll engraved naval battle scene. The left side of the frame is marked Colt’s Patent, with the caliber marked on the trigger guard. Brass trigger guard and backstrap. Varnished walnut grips. Some original blue finish remains on the barrel, mostly in protected areas. There is some spotting throughout. The lever and frame have a gunmetal patina, with some light traces of case coloring remaining. Almost all of the plating has worn from the brass. The grips are in good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $2,500

235 Colt Model 1849 Percussion Revolver .31 caliber, 4” octagonal barrel, S/N 312811 with matching numbers throughout. The barrel is marked with a single line Colt New York U.S. America address. The cylinder features the roll engraved stagecoach scene. The frame is marked Colt’s Patent, with the caliber marked on the brass trigger guard. Varnished walnut grips. The barrel has much of its original blue finish remaining and has several scuffs, with dings to the metal on the right side by the wedge.

The cylinder scene is crisp, with the cylinder having a plum and grey mottled patina. The frame, hammer and lever have a flat gunmetal patina, with traces of case coloring present. The trigger guard and backstrap have a darker orange patina to the brass. The grips have some wear to the varnish on the underside, but are in good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

236 Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver .36 caliber, 5.5” barrel, S/N 11227. With matching serial numbers throughout. Top flat of barrel with New-York USA America Colt address. Blue finished barrel and cylinder with case hardened lever, hammer and frame. Silver plated brass backstrap and trigger guard, with ivory grips.

The finish on the barrel and cylinder has a mottled grey and blue patina, with more blue showing unharmed in protected areas. The case colors are mostly present, with light mottling on the left side of the frame. The silver plating is mostly worn to the brass on the trigger guard and backstrap. The ivory shows some age cracks and separation where it meets the frame. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

127

237 Smith & Wesson Model 2 “Old Model” Revolver Inscribed to Lt. Col. Clancey, 52nd Ohio Infantry with Original Holster .32 rimfire long caliber, 6” octagonal barrel length, S/N 25792. “Smith & Wesson Springfield, Mass.” marked on top of the barrel. Inscription on the backstrap “Lt. Col. C.W. Clancey” over “52nd Ohio Vet. Vol. Inf.” Blue finish with six-shot cylinder. Square butt rosewood grips. Comes with leather holster.

The 52nd Ohio Infantry was organized at Camp Dennison, Ohio in August of 1862 and served until June 1865. The 52nd Ohio saw significant battle action at sites such as the Battle of Perryville, the Siege of Atlanta and Sherman’s March to the Sea. A couple of notable people that served in the 52nd Ohio were Howell B. Treat, a medal of honor recipient and Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, assistant surgeon, and the first female army surgeon and only female medal of honor winner.

Charles W. Clancey enlisted on August 1, 1862 as a Captain. On, August 23, 1862, Clancey was commissioned into Company B, 52nd Ohio Infantry. He was mustered out June 3, 1865.

Clancey’s promotions were Lt. Col. on February 18, 1863 and Colonel on May 31, 1865. He was a POW at Peach Tree Creek, Georgia. The barrel has a nice mottled brown patina with wear to the high edges and muzzle. The frame and cylinder retain some of the blue finish mixing with a salt and pepper pitting that is blending to a mottled brown patina. The grips retain some of the original varnish with chip to the right side. The grips also have normal nicks and dings.

Mechanically good. Bore is good. The leather holster has some cracking and a hole at the end where muzzle sits. The flap has a tear at the crease. $2,000 - $4,000

238 Colt Model 1849 Percussion Revolver .31 caliber, 4” octagonal barrel, S/N 312636 with matching numbers throughout. The barrel is marked with a single line Colt New York U.S. America address. The cylinder features the roll engraved stagecoach scene. The frame is marked Colt’s Patent, with the caliber marked on the brass trigger guard. Varnished walnut grips. The barrel has a mottled grey and blue patina, with fading to the edges, and more blue showing in the protected areas. The cylinder scene is crisp, with some blue finish showing in the protected areas. The case hardening is present on the lever, hammer and frame and is lightly faded. Most of the finish is worn from the brass trigger guard and backstrap, with some finish remaining in the protected areas. The grips have light wear to the varnish on the underside and are in good-to-very good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

128

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

239 Starr Double-Action Army Revolver .44 caliber, 6” round barrel, S/N 8993. Left of frame marked Starr Arms Co. New York, with the right side marked Starrs Patent Jan 15 1856. Blue finish with walnut grips. Grips bear inspector’s cartouche on both sides. Barrel and frame retain most of the bright original blue finish. Cylinder with some flaking. Frame has some flaking by the top of the grips. Hammer, loading lever and trigger retain most of the bright case colored finish. Grips are excellent with two mint cartouches.

The action needs work, as the hammer will cock, but not release. $2,000 - $3,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

240 Starr Double-Action Army Revolver .44 caliber, 6” round barrel, S/N 8993. Left of frame marked Starr Arms Co. New York, with the right side marked Starrs Patent Jan 15 1856. Blue finish with walnut grips. Grips bear inspector’s cartouche on both sides. This revolver retains most of the bright blue finish with little wear some flaking. Hammer, lever and trigger retain most of the original case colors. Walnut grips are excellent with very crisp and mint cartouches. $2,000 - $3,000

242 Alsop Navy Model Percussion Revolver 36 caliber, 5.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 163. Marked on the top flat of barrel: C.R. Alsop Middleton Conn, Patented July 17th, August 7th 1860, May 14th 1861. Spur trigger, blue finish with burl walnut grips. Barrel and cylinder retaining most of the bright blue finish with little flaking. Frame is very sharp and crisp with some blue finish the rest turning to a plum. Hammer and loading lever retain most of the bright case colors. Grips are excellent. This is very rare revolver to find with finish. $2,000 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

241 Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver .31 caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 43828. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel marked Address Saml Colt New-York City. Five-shot cylinder with stagecoach scene. With silver-plated brass trigger guard and grip-straps and walnut grips.

The barrel has a strong blue finish remaining with small blemishes. The frame has a light blue case color. Some of the silver is still present on the backstrap and trigger guard. The scene on the cylinder is crisp and present. The left grip has an old repair, otherwise the grips are in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,000

243 Cased Model 1849 Colt Percussion Revolver .31 caliber, 4” barrel with single-line New York address, S/N 188744. Five-shot, all numbers match, silverplated backstrap and trigger guard. One-piece walnut grips. Original mahogany wood case with red velvet lining, eagle shield flask, mold and key for the case. Case is excellent. Lining has some wear where the pistol was lying leaving the cylinder and barrel imprint. Flask is almost mint with all of the blue on the spring and a very tiny dint, still retains most of the original lacquer coating. Mold retains 95% of the original blue finish with just a little brown flaking on the sprue cutter. Barrel retains 98% of the original blue finish; cylinder retains 90+ of the original blue finish, losing a little on the front edge and on the shoulders of the cylinder. Retaining 100% of the cylinder scene. Loading lever has 98% of the original case colors, frame retains 95% of the original case colors losing a little on the edges of the recoil shield. Backstrap and triggerguard retain 96% of the original silver-plated finish with just a little brass popping through on the edges. Walnut grips retain 100% of the varnished finish with couple very minute dents. This is a very strong case 4” 1849 pocket Colt.

Dr. James Kahl $6,500 - $9,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

129

130

244 C. Clement Copy of a Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 6.25” barrel, S/N 107133. With matching numbers throughout. Top flat of barrel marked Cap System Manufactured By C. Clement. The cylinder and barrel are marked with two different crown proofs. Blue finish with casehardened loading lever and hammer. Walnut grips.

The finish is in very good condition throughout, with only the slightest hint of fading on the barrel and frame. The grips and bore are in very good condition. $1,000 - $2,000

245 Belgian Colt Brevet Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 9456. With matching serial numbers. The top of the barrel is marked Colt Patent, with the left side having a crown over R proof. The cylinder features scroll engraving With a Belgian Liege proof mark. The top of the frame on the left side behind the percussion shield is marked N.C. Blue finished barrel and cylinder, casehardened frame, hammer and lever, and silver-plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. The barrel and cylinder have all of their blue finish remaining, with some very minor scuffs. The case coloring is lightly faded from the cylinder and hammer, but is good on the lever. Most of the silver plating is worn down to the brass. The grips and bore are in very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000

246 New Haven Arms No. 1 Volcanic Pistol .31 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel length, S/N 2008. Marked on top of the barrel “New Haven Conn.” next to patent date. Large open scroll engraving on the right and left side of the frame.

Back strap also engraved. Blue barrel, magazine tube, hammer, trigger and lever. Brass frame with varnished walnut grips. The barrel and magazine tube have an untouched patina with a concentrated area of pitting and staining on the right side of the barrel. The hammer, trigger and lever have a nice untouched patina. The frame is untouched with a pleasing patina. The grips are good with nicks and dings consistent with age. Bore is dark and pitted. Mechanically needs work. $3,000 - $5,000

247 New Haven Arms No. 1 Volcanic Pistol .31 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel length, S/N 33. Markings on top of the barrel “New Haven Conn.” next to patent date. Blue finish on the barrel, magazine tube, lever, hammer and trigger. Brass frame with varnished walnut grips. The barrel and magazine tube have an untouched patina. The cartridge follower and spring are missing. The hammer, trigger and lever have an untouched patina with some pitting. The frame and back strap have a mustard patina. The grips have a hairline crack on the left side running downwards. Grips have nicks and dings consistent with age. The bore is dark but has strong rifling. Needs a main spring and will be mechanically good. $3,000 - $5,000

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

248 Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver .31 caliber, 4” octagonal barrel, S/N 114125. Matching numbers throughout. Top flat of barrel with two-line New York address. Five-shot cylinder with roll engraved stagecoach scene.

Blue finish, with case hardened frame, hammer and lever and plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. With pearl grips. Housed in a fitted wooden case with a brass American eagle motif powder flask, a Colts Patent mold and a tin of UMC percussion caps. The barrel has traces of original blue finish throughout, mostly present in protected areas. The frame retains traces of case colors, with a mostly faded blue patina. The lever and hammer also display the same patina, with stronger case colors in protected areas. The some of the silver plating remains on the brass. The cylinder engraving is in good to very good condition. The grips are in good condition. The bore is in good condition. $2,500 - $4,000

249 Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver .31 caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 119372. Matching numbers throughout. Top flat of barrel with two-line New York address. Five-shot cylinder with roll engraved stagecoach scene. Blue finish, with case hardened frame, hammer and lever and silver-plated brass trigger guard and backstrap.

With varnished walnut grips. Housed in a fitted wooden case with a brass American eagle motif powder flask, Colts Patent mold, four loose ball rounds and a tin of Eley Bros. London percussion caps. Most of the original blue finish remains on the barrel, with small areas of wear throughout. The lever retains most of its case colors, with the frame and hammer having small areas of case coloring in protected areas. The cylinder features a crisp scene, with a mostly grey patina and small traces of blue. Almost all of the silver plating remains, with brass showing through on some edges. The grips are in very good to excellent condition. The bore is in very good condition. $3,000 - $4,500

250 Savage Revolving Firearms Co. Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.125” octagonal barrel, S/N 101 and 677. With Savage address marked on frame strap.

Blue finish with case hardened hammer, lever and trigger. Walnut grips with inspector’s cartouche.

The barrel and frame have an even gunmetal patina. There are some light traces of case coloring remaining on the loading lever and hammer in protected areas. The grips have some handling marks, but are in very good condition. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $2,500 - $4,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

131

251 Cased Colt Root Model 1855 Sidehammer Pocket Revolver, Model 2 .28 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 11423. Matching numbers throughout. Top flat of barrel with two line Hartford address with pointing hand motif. Cylinder with roll engraved cabin and Indian scene. Blue finish, with case hardened hammer and lever and old ivory grip. Housed in a fitted wooden case with miniature brass powder flask, a bullet mold, Eley Bros. percussion caps, and two brass eagle motif buttons. The barrel, frame and cylinder retain most of the original blue finish, with light streaks on parts of the barrel, and some light nicks to the metal on the backstrap. The hammer and lever retain strong and vibrant case colors. The ivory is in good condition and has a few minor cracks, expected with age. Excellent mechanics and excellent bore. $3,500 - $6,000

253 Perry Breech Loading Single Shot Pistol, Second Type .52 caliber, 6.25” barrel, S/N 30. Top of breech marked Perry Patent Firearms Co. Newark, N.J. and A.D. Perry Patented. With distinct percussion cap projection on the underside of the butt.

Varnished walnut grips. All parts with a gunmetal patina, with small flecks of brown throughout.

The right grip has a period replacement, and is not numbered like the left. Left grip with nicks and dings. The bore could use a cleaning. $2,500 - $3,500 132

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

252 Starr Double-Action Army Revolver .44 caliber, 6” round barrel, S/N 5825. Left of frame marked Starr Arms Co. New York, with the right side marked Starrs Patent Jan 15 1856. Blue finish with walnut grips. Grips bear inspector’s cartouche on both sides. This revolver retains most of the original bright blue finish with some streaking on the frame, and light areas of fading on the barrel. The hammer has good case colors.

The grips have dim but readable cartouches. The bore is excellent bright and shiny. $1,200 - $1,800

254 Remington Beals Navy Revolver, With Inscribed Triggerguard .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 4101. With Beals/Remington address marked on top flat.

The triggerguard is inscribed in cursive C.V.J. N.Y. Blue finish, with walnut grips. The barrel has most of its original blue finish remaining, with areas of spotting. The frame and cylinder have a mottled grey and plum patina, with light traces of blue remaining in protected areas. The brass triggerguard has a mustard patina. The grips have some nicks and dings with a very minuscule chip to the bottom left corner. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $2,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

255 Savage Revolving Firearms Co. Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7 1/8” octagonal barrel, S/N 686 and 1412. With Savage address marked on frame strap. Blue finish with casehardened hammer, lever and trigger. Walnut grips with inspector’s cartouche. The barrel has some blue finish remaining in streaks, fading to grey. Traces of blue remain on the frame in protected areas. The hammer, lever and trigger have light traces of case coloring remaining. The grips have some nicks and dings, but are in good overall condition. The bore could use a cleaning, but is in good overall condition. $2,000 - $3,000

257 Allen & Wheelock Center Hammer Lipfire Army Revolver, Second Model .44 lipfire caliber, 7.5” round to octagon barrel, S/N 80. Left of barrel flat marked Allen & Wheelock, Worcester, Mass. U.S./Allen’s Pat’s Sep. 7, Nov. 9, 1858. Blue finish, with narrow walnut grips. The finish is mostly cleaned from the entirety of the revolver, to a gunmetal patina. Some traces of blue remain in the protected areas. The grips and bore are in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

256 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver .44 caliber, 8” round barrel length, S/N 35166, single line Colt New York address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. Trigger guard marked “.44 CAL”. 6 shot rebated cylinder with Naval battle scene. Case color frame, lever and hammer with blue barrel. Brass trigger guard with one piece varnished walnut grips. Cut for shoulder stock. The barrel has some wear at the muzzle but retains a strong amount of finish blending to a patina. The frame, lever and hammer have traces of case color blending to an overall patina. The trigger guard has a pleasing yellow patina. The grips are good with nicks and dings consistent with age and use. The markings are sharp and the cylinder scene is visible but fading. The bore is good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,500

258 Model 1849 Colt Pocket Percussion Revolver with Factory Ivory Grips Belonging to Capt. John P. Ellis .31 cal., 4” octagonal barrel with two-line Hartford, CT address, S/N 205965 I . I stands for Ivory grips, six shot, all matching, stagecoach hold up scene engraved on the cylinder, action indexes crisply. Brass backstrap and trigger guard. Complete with factory ivory grips.

This pistol is know to have belonged to Capt. John P. Ellis, a pre-Civil War New York militia officer.

His presentation sword and archive, and a percussion target rifle by Lewis are offered separately in this auction.

Good; bore with light oxidation and strong rifling, even age gray finish, light traces of case colors on the frame and hammer, traces of silver finish on the grip frame, grips have minor age yellowing and a few cracks on the bottom. $1,200 - $2,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

133

134

259 Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver .44 caliber, 8” octagonal to round barrel, S/N 18770, New York barrel address, Colt Patent on the left side of frame in two lines. Brass backstrap and triggeruard. Walnut grips. All numbers match. All metal is grey with some pitting. Brass backstrap and triggerguard has been cleaned now showing some ageing. Grips are replacement. No cylinder scene. Cylinder with some pitting. Bore is good. Action works but is a little loose. Rare barrel length. Grips show wear. $7,000 - $9,000

260 Rogers & Spencer Army Model Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 1224. Matching numbers throughout. Topstrap of cylinder marked Rogers & Spencer Utica, NY. Walnut grips with RPB inspector’s cartouche. Most of the blue finish is present throughout, with small areas of wear along the top right of the barrel, and on small areas of the cylinder and frame. The grips have small dings, with a minuscule chip to the underside of the right. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500

261 Remington New Model 58 Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” octagonal barrel, S/N 81928, marked on top of barrel with Remington address and “New Model”. Blue finish with brass triggerguard and walnut grips. Metal surfaces retaining most of the original bright blue finish. Some flaking on the front part of the left side frame. Cylinder has some flaking. Grips with the nice untouched feather looking wood. Mint cartouches. This is a very fine Remington Army Revolver. $2,500 - $4,000

262 Starr Arms Co. Single Action 1863 Army Revolver The nickel finish is present throughout almost all of the revolver, with very slight flaking on certain areas, mostly the cylinder. The grip has some dings to it, but is in good overall condition.

The bore is in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

263 Remington New Model 1858 Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” octagonal barrel, S/N 46844, Sub-inspectors initials on all of the parts, blued finish with walnut grips. This revolver retains most of the bright original blue with some flaking.

Trigger with bright blue finish, hammer retains most of the darkened case colors. Grips are mint with a mint cartouche. $2,500 - $4,000

264 Joslyn Army Revolver, First Model The barrel, frame and cylinder have a gunmetal to brown patina, with traces of blue finish in the protected areas of the frame and loading lever. The left grip has a small chip to the walnut where it meets the frame. The gripstraps have an old repair. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

265 Savage & North Second Model Figure 8 Navy Model Revolver .36 caliber, 7.25” octagonal barrel length, S/N 243, markings on top of the frame “E. Savage Middelton, Ct.” over the patent dates. 6 shot cylinder. Round shape iron frame with creeping style ramming lever. Walnut grips. The metal surfaces all have a silvery gray patina blending with some areas of black staining on the barrel, frame and cylinder. Very fine salt and pepper pitting on the barrel and frame. The grips are good with minor nicks and dings. The bore is pitted throughout.

Mechanically good. $4,000 - $6,000

266 U.S. I.N. Johnson Model 1842 Pistol .54 caliber, 8.5” round barrel, U.S over WN over P in three lines near the breech on the left side.

Swivel ramrod with brass furniture. Walnut stock. Barrel and lock has nice dark untouched patina.

Brass with nice untouched patina. Stock is excellent with nice opened-grained look untouched patina.

Two mint cartouches with ding in the middle of the WAT cartouche. This pistol has a great look you can feel the feathering in the wood. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

135

136

267 Whitney Navy Revolver, Second Model, Second Type .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 9515. Top flat of barrel marked E. Whitney N. Haven. Brass triggerguard, walnut grips. The barrel, cylinder and triggerguard have a mottled plum and gunmetal patina. The grips have some slight nicks but are in good overall condition. The bore could use a cleaning, but is in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

268 Remington Model 1861 Revolver .44 caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 9295. Top flat of barrel marked with two line Remington address. Left of barrel and frame marked PS. Blue finish, with casehardened hammer and brass triggerguard.

Left side of walnut grip with inspector’s cartouche. Underside of grips with dot punched initials.

The bore is in good condition and could clean to better. The barrel, frame and lever have a mottled grey patina with some areas of brown spots. The cylinder has a faded blue patina. The grips have one or two slight dings, and are in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

269 Whitney Martially Marked Navy Revolver, Second Model, 4th Type .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 23109. Top flat of barrel marked E. Whitney N. Haven. The frame and grips bare a F.C.W. inspector markings. The barrel, frame and cylinder have an even grey patina. The triggerguard has a dull mustard patina. The grips have only the slightest of handling marks, and are in very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

270 Whitney Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 2034. Top flat of barrel marked E. Whitney N. Haven. Brass triggerguard with walnut grips. The barrel and cylinder have a lot of the original blue finish remaining, with fading and a small scratch on the right side of the barrel. The frame has a dark grey patina, with some traces of original finish in protected areas. The grips show normal wear and are in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

271 Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Pocket Revolver .32 caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 534. Left flat of barrel marked Allen & Wheelock Worcester Mass. U.S.A. Allen’s Pt’s Jan. 13 Dec. 15 1857 Sept. 7 1859. Five shot cylinder with roll engraved forest scene.

Walnut grips. The barrel has some traces of blue remaining, but mostly has a darker grey patina, as does the frame and cylinder. The scene on the cylinder is crisp and present. The grips show light handling marks but are in good to very good overall condition. The bore is in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

273 Colt Model 1862 Pocket Revolver .36 caliber, 4.5” barrel, S/N 2039. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel does not have any markings. With fluted cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard silver plated brass. With walnut grips, with right grip stamped C.W. The blue finish remains in traces on the barrel and cylinder, with the rest having a faded blue and mottled gunmetal patina. Some plating remains on the backstrap and triggerguard, fading to brass showing through. The grips have some wear typical from use, but are in good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $800 - $1,200

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

272 Remington Beals Army Revolver .34 caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 309. Barrel with two line Beal’s address. Marked with an x behind the serial number on the underside of the barrel. Blue finish with casehardened hammer, brass triggerguard and walnut grips. The bore is in good condition, and could clean to better. There are small areas of pitting on the exterior of the barrel and cylinder. The barrel, loading lever and frame have a plum patina with some traces of blue in protected areas. The grips have some small dings to the underside, but are in very good overall condition. $2,000 - $3,000

274 U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Pistol .62 cal. reamed out from the original .58 cal., 12” round barrel octagonal at the breech with proof marks, rifling removed from the bore, lock with Maynard tape device marked with an eagle and “U.S. SPRINGFIELD”, action functions properly. Walnut stock has brass furniture and an iron backstrap cut for the removable shoulder stock, pommel retains the lanyard ring. The swivel ramrod is a contemporary replacement. Good; bore dark, barrel has gray age spotting, lock in dark finish. $1,000 - $2,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

137

138

275 C.S. Pettengill Army Model Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 2955 (9 could be a 0, it is partially obscurred). Marked on the top frame strap Pettengill’s Patent 1856 and Raymond & Robitaille Patented 1858. Marked WP on the frame and in an inspector’s cartouche on the grips. Some of the original blue finish remains on the barrel, with areas of streaking and fading to a mottled grey patina. The Frame has a mostly grey patina, with very light traces of case coloring remaining. The grips are in good condition. The cylinder needs a spring replaced to properly rotate. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $2,500 - $4,500

276 Colt Pocket Model of 1862 Police Revolver .36 caliber, 6.5” round barrel length, S/N 27832, single line Colt New York address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. Left side of trigger guard marked “36 Cal”. Case color frame, lever and hammer. Brass back strap and trigger guard. The remaining is blue with one piece walnut grips. The frame, hammer and lever have traces of case color blending to a patina with very fine salt and pepper pitting. The barrel retains some of the blue finish blending to a plum patina. The brass has a nice untouched patina. The grips are very good with minimal wear consistent with age. Bore does have some salt and pepper pitting throughout. Cylinder is not indexing properly. $1,000 - $1,500

277 Whitney Navy Percussion Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 30408. Top flat of barrel marked E. Whitney N. Haven. Brass triggerguard with walnut grips. Rifled barrel with seven grooves. The revolver has a gunmetal patina with some darker areas throughout. The brass on the triggerguard is lightly visible. The grips are in very good condition with only slight handling marks. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

278 Tower Flintlock Pistol .650 bore diameter smoothbore, 9” round barrel, English proofs near the breech, Lockplate marked Tower Crown and GR under the pan. Swivel ramrod. Walnut stock with a beaver tail behind the tang. Brass furniture. Pistol is excellent with nice grey to brown patina. Sharp lines and crisp markings. Stock is excellent with a small crack on the right side above the frizzen spring. $1,000 - $1,500

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

279 Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 2201. With matching serial numbers on all parts with the exception of the triggerguard (S/N 111945). Blue finish, with casehardened frame, hammer and lever.

Brass triggerguard and backstrap, with varnished walnut grip. The bore is in good condition and could clean to better. The barrel and cylinder have a mottled grey and blue patina, with areas of spotting. The roll scene on the cylinder is present. The frame and lever have light case colors remaining, with a mostly mottled grey patina. The brass has some staining. The grip has some wear to the varnish on the lower left side. $1,000 - $1,500 280 Mass. Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Belt Revolver .31 caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 134. Top strap marked Mass. Arms Co. Chicopee Falls. The lock is marked Wesson’s & Leavitt’s Patent. With scroll engraved hammer and frame. Blue finish, with casehardened frame and walnut grips. The barrel and frame have a grey and silver mottled patina.

The frame has a darker gunmetal patina. The grips have some slight handling marks but are in good overall condition. Some finish remains on the backstrap and triggerguard. The cylinder does not rotate properly. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,000 - $1,500

281 Moore Teat Fire Revolver in Original Pipe Leather Casing .32 cup fire caliber, 3.25” round barrel, S/N 5092. Engraved brass frame with walnut grips.

Leather pipe casing form fitting to the revolver, black leather covered with maroon colored lining. Revolver is sharp and crisp overall. Barrel and cylinder lack finish with crisp markings. Frame retains some of the silver plated finish. Grips has some scuffs to the high edges. Leather casing has some scuffs. Lining has lightly faded but excellent overall. $1,000 - $1,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

139

282 Ballard Carbine by Ball & Williams .44 rimfire caliber, 22 1/8” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 9814. Left side of frame marked Ball & Williams Worcester Mass and Merwin & Bray Agt’s New York. The right side is marked Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. Walnut stock and forearm with buttplate marked MM. The frame and breechblock are also marked MM. The stock has an oval MM inspector’s cartouche, and the top is also stamped MM. The barrel has an even dull bluish grey patina. The frame displays some blue finish in protected areas, but has a mostly plum patina, fading to a grey in parts. The stock has one or two nicks and dings and is in very good condition, with clear markings. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

283 Civil War Jenks Carbine .54 caliber, 24.25” barrel. Top flat of barrel marked W Jenks and U.S.N./RC/P/1845. The lock is marked N.P. Ames Springfield Mass and W.M. Jenks. Walnut stock with brass barrel bands, triggerguard with ring and buttplate. Stock with JC and RL inspector’s cartouches. With oval shaped loading aperture and rifled bore. The barrel has an even flat brown patina with a few minor scuffs. The lock and loading lever display strong case colors. All of the brass is bright. The stock has one or two nicks and dings but is in very good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000

284 Greene British Type Carbine .54 caliber, 18” barrel, S/N 61. Lockplate marked with a crown over VR and Mass Arms Co. Chicopee Falls U.S.A. 1856. The upper tang is marked Greene’s Patent June 27 1854. The barrel is marked with an S and two broad arrows facing each other. The barrel, breech, triggerguard, patchbox, buttplate and stock are marked with British proofs. The left side of the stock is stamped with a U.S., while the right side is marked 1 over B over 10 over RDMR. The barrel and breech have some slight scuffs, however almost all of the original blue finish remains. The patchbox and buttplate have a dark gunmetal finish to the iron. The stock has some slight nicks and dings, but is in good overall condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $2,500 - $3,500

285 S.C. Robinson Confederate Sharps Type Carbine, Second Type .52 caliber, 21” barrel, S/N 5416. Marked Richmond, VA at the top of the breech of the barrel, with the serial number marked at the rear of the lockplate and on the upper tang. Without saddle bar or sling swivel. With brass buttplate. The barrel, breech, hammer and lockplate all have a mottled grey patina with traces of blue throughout. The stock has nicks and dings throughout, with small age cracks near the forend of the forearm. The nipple has a slight chip to it. The action is smooth. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $3,000 - $5,000 140

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

286 Gallager Civil War Carbine .50 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 13970. The lock is marked Manufact’d By Richardson & Overman Philada and Gallager’s Patent July 17th 1860.

Walnut stock with saddle bar and ring and patchbox. The barrel has small areas with original blue finish remaining, but mostly has a mottled grey and plum patina with peppering. The frame, hammer and lock have over 60% case coloring remaining, with areas of wear and fading. The stock has some nicks and dings but is in good overall condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,000 - $2,000

287 Gwyn & Campbell Type II Carbine .52 caliber, 20” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 3009. Lockplate marked Gwyn & Campbell Patent 1862 Hamilton O. The frame is marked Union Rifle. With 600 yard rear adjustable sight. Walnut stock with WHR inspector’s cartouche, and with initials stamped near upper tang of buttplate. The blue finish on the barrel has some small areas of streaking and fading, but is otherwise in very good condition and is almost entirely present. The frame, breech, hammer, lock and lever all have almost all of their original case coloring. With areas of spotting to the tang and a small portion of the lock. The stock is in near excellent condition, with only one or two minor nicks. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,200 - $1,800

288 Greene Breech-Loading Rifle .53 caliber, 35” barrel. Upper tang marked Greene’s Patent Nov. 17 1857. Blue finish, walnut stock with trumpet cleaning rod and cleaning brush present in buttplate compartment. The barrel and breech have almost all of their original blue finish. The underhammer has almost all of its case coloring remaining. The stock has some slight handling marks but is in very good overall condition. The bore is in very good to excellent overall condition. $1,200 - $1,800

289 Orison Blunt-Enfield Rifle Musket .58 caliber, 40” barrel. Proof stamp markings on barrel. Lock marked with eagle and shield, dated 1863 and with double line engravings.

With brass triggerguard and buttplate. Walnut stock with slotted ramrod. The barrel has a dark brownish plum patina, with peppering around the breech. The lock has a dark greyish silver patina. The swivel sling is missing from the triggerguard. The stock has some slight dings but is in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

141

290 Model 1816 Harper’s Ferry Flintlock Musket With Bayonet .69 caliber, 42” barrel. Barrel marked with a large VP and eagles head, and on the top A over lower case a over 37. The tang is dated 1819. The lock is marked with an eagle motif over U.S. and at the rear Harper’s Ferry 1819. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, a trumpet head ramrod and U.S. marked buttplate. There is a remnant of an inspector’s cartouche visible opposite the lock. Includes a socket bayonet marked IR with three dots. The barrel has an even dark brown patina throughout. The lock and hammer have a mottled grey patina. The stock has a chip above the hammer and has a slight age crack and light chips near the toe of the the butt. The bayonet has some light pitting. The bore could use a cleaning. $1,600 - $2,000

291 U.S. Model 1863 Lindsay Double Rifle Musket .58 caliber, 41” barrel. Top of breech marked Lindsay Patent’d Oct. 9 1860. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, tulip head ramrod and U.S. marked buttplate. With two ADK inspector cartouches opposite of the lock. Butt stamped K on top flat. Are metal parts are finished bright and shiny. The barrel has some brown streaks in areas. There is some very light peppering on and around the hammers. The stock has a crack extending from the triggerguard towards the rear of the upper tang. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,800 - $2,400

292 S.C. Robinson Confederate Sharps Type Carbine .52 caliber, 21” round barrel, S/N 1909. With matching serial numbers on the upper tang and lock. The lock is marked S.C. Robinson Arms Manufactory Richmond VA 1862. With V nothced rear sight and tapered iron front sight. Saddle bar and ring on the left side of the stock.

Walnut stock and forearm, with brass curved profile buttplate and brass barrel band. The barrel, frame, lever, hammer and lock all have an even gray patina, with even pitting throughout the metal. The barrel markings are not visible. The stock and forearm have several nicks and dings throughout. The sling swivel is broken on the underside of the butt. The bore is in good condition and could clean to very good. The mechanics function properly. $2,000 - $4,000

293 Model 1843 Hall-North Carbine .52 caliber smoothbore, 21” barrel. Breech marked U.S. S. North Midltn Conn. 1843. Barrel with inspector’s initials N.W.P. Walnut stock with two barrel bands, button head cleaning rod and saddle bar and ring. The barrel has a bright silver patina. The breech has a dark patina to it, with some traces of case coloring remaining. The stock has some filled in cracks, and a repair at the end of the breech. The bore is in very good condition. $2,500 - $4,500 142

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

294 U.S. Springfield Model 1842 Rifle With Bayonet .69 caliber, 42” barrel. Barrel marked VP with an eagle’s head, with the tang dated 1849. The lockplate has an eagle motif over U.S., with Springfield 1844 at the rear. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, trumpet shaped ramrod and U.S. marked buttplate. The rifle includes a U.S. marked bayonet. The barrel, lock and hammer have a bright and shiny finish with some light stains. The stock has several nicks and dings throughout. The bayonet is in very good condition. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,400 - $1,800

295 Manton Model 1861 Rifle With Roberts Alteration .58 Roberts centerfire caliber, 37” barrel. Left side of breech marked Roberts Pat. June 11 1867. The lock is marked Manton and dated 1862. Walnut stock with inspector’s cartouche opposite of breech. With tulip head ramrod. The barrel has a grey patina, with specks and streaks of mottled plum. The stock has several nicks and dings throughout, and is in good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800

296 Remington Baby Split Breech Carbine, Type I .46 rimfire caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 2587. With matching numbers throughout. Tang marked Remington’s Ilion N.Y. Pat. Dec. 23, 1863 May 3 & Nov. 16, 1864. Walnut stock marked with two inspector’s cartouches, PB and CGC. Sub inspector’s markings of J and P marked on other parts. The barrel has a dark bluish/brown patina. The frame has some case coloring remaining, with some light peppering to the right side. The stock and forearm are excellent with crisp cartouches. The bore is in very good condition. $2,000 - $4,000

297 Starr Cartridge Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 21” barrel, S/N 33858m. Barrel and lock both marked Starr Arms Co. Yonkers N.Y. The rear of the breech is marked Starr’s Patent Sept. 14th 1858. The barrel is stamped S.T.B. Walnut stock with two inspector’s cartouches. The barrel has a silver patina, with brown streaks and stains throughout. The lock has an even grey patina, with he frame having a bright patina with flecks and stains. The stock and forearm have some slight nicks and dings, with very small remnants of tape on the top rear of the butt. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

143

298 Springfield Model 1855 U.S. Rifled Carbine .54 caliber, 22” round barrel with swivel ramrod. Barrel marked with a small VP over eagle head motif. The tang is marked 1855. The lockplate is marked with an eagle motif over U.S., and is marked Springfield 1855 at the rear. With two-leaf rear sight and blade front sight. The triggerguard has a large sling ring mounted at its rear. Three quarter length walnut stock with brass forend cap. The stock has a very faint remnant of an inspector’s cartouche, opposite the lock plate. All metal parts have a bright and shiny patina, with light traces of spotting. The stock has an old repair to the wrist, extending from the rear of the lockplate and down to the front of the triggerguard. The bore is in very good condition. $3,000 - $6,000

299 Joslyn Model 1862 Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 2073. The lock plate reads Joslyn Fire Arms Co. Stonington Conn. The breech reads B.F. Joslyn’s Patent October 8th 1861 June 24th 1862. With brass barrel band, triggerguard and buttstock. The barrel has a mottled gunmetal and plum patina.

The lockplate has a mottled grey patina, with the saddle bar having a decent amount of case coloring remaining. The stock has several handling marks, with a crack near the end of the breech on either side. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,200 - $1,800

300 Triplett & Scott Repeating Carbine With 22 Inch Barrel .50 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 3406. Left side of the frame reads Meriden Man’fg Co. Meriden. Conn. The left side of the breech is marked Kentucky. The upper tang is marked Triplett & Scott Patent Dec 6 1864. Blue finish barrel, breech and magazine tube.

Casehardened frame, triggerguard and buttplate. The left side of the stock is stamped Y over WB at the rear. An estimated 2,000 of these carbines were produced in the 22” barrel type. The barrel retains almost all of its original blue finish, with only a very small blemish near the barrel band. The frame, triggerguard and buttplate retain almost all of their case colors. The right side of the breech has some dings to the metal. The buttstock has an old period repair towards the rear of the upper tang. There is a very small hairline crack on the buttstock towards the rear of the lower tang. This was common because of the position of the magazine tube. The stock has some other handling marks, but it is in good to very good overall condition. The bore is in excellent condition. $2,000 - $3,000

301 Evans Transition Model Carbine .44 Evans centerfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 573. The barrel is marked Evans Repeating Rifle Mechanic Falls Me Pat Dec 8, 1868 & Sep 16, 1871.

Walnut stock with lower section, and forend. The barrel shows a majority of the original blue finish, with spotting throughout. The frame shows some blue, fading mostly to a plum. The stock has several nicks and dings consistent with use. The bore is in good condition and could clean to better. $1,000 - $1,500 144

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

302 Triplett & Scott Repeating Carbine With 22 Inch Barrel .50 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 4899. Left side of the frame reads Meriden Man’fg Co. Meriden. Conn. The left side of the breech is marked Kentucky. The upper tang is marked Triplett & Scott Patent Dec 6 1864. Blue finish barrel, breech and magazine tube. Casehardened frame, triggerguard and buttplate. The left side of the stock is stamped Y over WB at the rear. An estimated 2,000 of these carbines were produced in the 22” barrel type. The barrel has most of its blue finish remaining, with areas of spotting and fading. The breech has a dark plum patina. The frame and triggerguard have most of their original case coloring, with some stains towards the rear of the upper tang. The stock is in very good condition, with the exception of a small hairline crack extending from the end of the upper tang, and on the left side following the magazine tube. This was common because of the position of the magazine tube. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500

Detail

303 Confederate P-1853 Enfield Rifle with Rare Anchor S Marking .577 cal., 39” round barrel, octagonal at the breech with English proof marks, complete with adjustable rear sight. Lockplate marked with a queen’s crown and “1863 TOWER”, action does not hold at half cock. Three band walnut stock with iron and brass furniture, marked on the right side near the buttplate with the Birmingham Small Arms Trade stamp. Has an Anchor “S” mark on top of the buttstock comb just ahead of the buttplate tang, an Confederate English viewers proof found on later war muskets (see Prichard, Huey et al, The English Connection, pg. 113). Soldier’s initials “TA” carved on the right buttstock and “I.W” opposite the lock. Complete with original ramrod. Good; bore very good with strong rifling and just a few spots of light oxidation, metal evenly aged dark with moderate pitting around the nipple and breech, nipple cone flattened on top, some wood lose around the lock mortise and behind the upper barrel band, normal wear and scattered worm holes. $1,500 - $2,000

304 Whitney 1861 Navy Percussion Plymouth Rifle .69 caliber, 33” round barrel, numbered 8855 on the upper tang. The barrel is dated 1864 on the upper flat, and is marked with a VP and eagle head, and is stamped F.C.W. on the side flat. The barrel has a bayonet lug on the right side, and has a 1,000 yard leaf type rear sight. The lock is marked with an eagle over U.S. and is also marked Whitney-Ville and dated 1864 at the rear. There is an F.C.W. inspector’s cartouche opposite of the lock. The stock has a large pierce tipped steel ramrod, two barrel bands, two sling swivels, a finger spur triggerguard and a U.S. marked buttplate. All metal parts are finished bright and shiny. The stock has one or two nicks and dings, but is in otherwise very good condition with clear marks. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,500 - $4,000

305 U.S. Civil War Lindner Carbine, First Type .58 caliber, 20” barrel. The lockplate is unmarked, with the breechblock marked Edward Lindner’s Patent, March 29, 1859. With rear sight behind breechblock and saddle ring opposite the lock plate. Walnut stock with cartouche marked on the top flat of the butt. The barrel has a mottled silver patina, with dark patches throughout. The lockplate and breechblock are finished bright. The hammer and triggerguard have some mottling. The stock has some wear consistent with use, along with some pock marks near the forend cap. The cartouche is crisp and in good condition. The bore could use a cleaning, but is in good overall condition. $2,000 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

145

306 U.S. Whitney Model 1841 Percussion Rifle With Colt Factory Alteration .58 caliber, 33” round barrel. With Colt bayonet lug numbered 9114. Barrel marked with VP and US, with Steel marked on the left side of the barrel. The lockplate is marked E. Whitney U.S., and at the rear N. Haven 1851. With brass barrel bands, triggerguard, patchbox and buttplate. With inspector’s cartouche marked opposite the lockplate. The barrel is also marked with the initials S.K. Walnut stock with brass tipped ramrod. The buttplate is marked U.S. and 9. The barrel has an even dark patina. The lock and hammer have a dark mottled patina. All brass parts with a bright mustard patina. The stock has a small age crack extending from the bottom of the lock towards the middle of the triggerguard. There is also another crack near the top screw on the sideplate. The bore is in good condition, but could use a cleaning. $1,500 - $2,500

307 U.S. Civil War Gibbs Carbine .52 caliber, 22” barrel. Marked B on the breech of the barrel. Breech marked L.H. Gibbs Pat’d Jany 8, 1856. The lock is marked Wm F Brooks Manf’d New York. Walnut stock with US marked buttplate, saddle bar and ring and an inspector’s cartouche marked on the butt. The barrel has a dark patina with brown streaks. The breech, lock and triggerguard/lever have a dark mottled patina, with only a trace of the case coloring remaining. The stock has several dings and shows signs of use. The bore is good, but needs to be cleaned. $2,000 - $3,000

308 Smith Civil War Carbine .50 caliber, 21 5/8” barrel, S/N 125. The left side of the barrel is marked with a B. The left side of the breech is marked Manufactured by Am’n M’ch’n Wks Springfield Mass and Address Poultney & Trimble Baltimore U.S.A. and Smith’s Patent June 23 1857. Blue finished barrel with casehardened breech. Walnut stock and forearm, with the stock stamped GP behind the breech, and B on the top of the butt. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, in very good to excellent condition. The breech has strong case coloring remaining. The stock and forearm have some slight dings but are in good to very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000

309 US Civil War 2nd Model Maynard Carbine .50 caliber, 22” octagonal to round barrel length, S/N 12936. Markings on the right side of the frame Manufactured by over Mass Arms Co over Chicopee Falls. Barrel is marked G.W.S. on the left side. Blue barrel with case color frame and walnut stock. Left side of stock has 2 cartouches on the wrist. Retains most of its original blue finish on the barrel. The frame has a plum patina. Walnut stock is good with nicks and dings consistent with age and use. Bore is good but does have some pitting. $1,500 - $2,500 146

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

310 Short Smoothbore Barrel Smith Civil War Carbine .50 caliber, 18” barrel, S/N 13016. Short barrel with smooth bore. Left of breech marked vertically Smith’s Patent June 23 1857, and horizontally Address Poultney & Trimble Baltimore U.S.A. and Manufactured By Am’n M’ch’n Wks Springfield Mass. Walnut stock and forearm. The barrel has a blueish plum patina, with some scuffs towards the muzzle. The frame has some case coloring remaining, with a few stains. The stock has two age cracks extending from either side of the rear of the frame. The bore is in good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

311 Perry Civil War Carbine .54 caliber, 20.75” barrel, S/N 865. With matching numbers on all visible parts. Top of breech marked A.D. Perry Patented and Perry patent Arm Newark, N.J. Walnut stock and forearm. The left of the stock features a Brass plaque that reads No. 289 Class 8 Perry Carbine. All metal parts have a bright and shiny patina, with flecks of brown throughout. The stock and forearm have some small signs of use, otherwise they are in good condition. The bore is in good condition and could use a light cleaning. $2,000 - $3,000

312 Joslyn Model 1862 Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 2743. Matching numbers throughout. Top of breechblock marked B.F. Joslyn’s Patent October 8th 1861 June 24th 1862. The lockplate is marked Joslyn Fire Arms Co. Stonington Conn. The breechblock has the pull out knob latch. Walnut stock with brass barrel band, triggerguard and buttplate. Marked on the barrel with F.D.L. and on the stock above the saddle bar in two cartouches. The barrel has a mottled grey patina with very light traces of the original blue finish. The lockplate has some light peppering. The stock has what appears to be a very small age crack near the rear of the upper tang. The bore is in good condition. $1,000 - $2,000

313 Warner Carbine Variant by Greene Rifle Works .56-50 Spencer caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 2701. Left side of frame marked Greene Rifle Works Worcester Mass. Pat Feb 1864, behind the saddle bar. With brass frame, breechblock, triggerguard and buttplate. The barrel is stamped with British proof marks, along with a crown over V on the barrel and frame. With walnut stock and forearm. The barrel has some pitting throughout, with a dark grey patina. All the brass components have a dark mustard patina. The wood has some nicks and dings, but is in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $3,500 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

147

314 Sharps Model 1851 Carbine .52 caliber, 21 5/8” barrel, S/N 1049. The top of the frame is marked C. Sharps Patent 1848. The tape primer latch is marked Edward Maynard Patentee 1846. With brass barrel band, patchbox and buttplate. The barrel has a mottled grey and plum patina. The frame has a gunmetal patina with light pitting throughout. The stock has some slight dings throughout, along with a repair to high right edge. The bore is in good condition. $4,000 - $6,000

315 Kittredge & Co. Marked Frank Wesson Two Trigger Military Carbine .44 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 3385. Top flat of barrel marked F. Wesson’s Patent Oct. 25 1859 & Nov. 11 1862 and B. Kittredge & Co. Cincinnati O. With slotted link on the right side of the frame, with patent dates. The barrel has an even blue, with light fading. The frame has a mottled dark blue and grey patina, with a lot of the original blue still remaining. The stock has some slight nicks and dings, but is in good overall condition. The sling swivel on the barrel is missing. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $2,000

316 Peabody Carbine .56-50 Spencer, 19.25” round barrel in good blued finish, no visible S/N, receiver, lock plate, lever and buttplate retain most of the case colors, marked on the left side with a five line Peabody patents and address, action functions properly. Single band walnut forearm and buttstock with saddle ring, “WC” cartouche on the wrist and a cross behind the breech. Excellent; bright bore with strong rifling. $1,500 - $2,500

317 Spencer Model 1865 Military Rifle .50 caliber, 32.5” barrel, S/N 33430. Marked Model 1865 at breech, along with company name, address and patent dates. Walnut stock with two barrel bands, sling swivels, slotted head ramrod and saddle bar and ring. Stock marked with an inspector’s cartouche behind the saddle bar. The barrel has a dark grey and plum patina. The frame, lock and hammer all have a dark gunmetal patina with some darker spotting throughout. The stock has some nicks and dings, along with a crack/repair to the bottom toe if the butt. The bore is in good condition $1,500 - $2,500

148

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

318 Sharps Model 1867 Carbine .50-70 Caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N C,10451. The Sharp’s Patent markings are present but worn on either side of the frame. With saddle ring and bar opposite the lock. There is a brass plaque with a 12 embedded into the left side of the butt. Walnut stock and forearm. Barrel retains most of the original blue finish slightly dulling with some brown speckling and light pitting. Frame is very sharp and crisp with some brown staining. Stock and forearm with nice feathered grained wood. Wood still retains dark patina. The toe of the stock has a small hole, perhaps for a sling swivel. Bore is very good. $1,500 - $2,500

319 Arkansas Cavalry Marked Starr Cartridge Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 21” barrel, S/N 11406. Both the barrel and the lock are marked Starr Arms Co. Yonkers N.Y. Behind the breech is marked Starr’s Patent Sept 14th 1858. The ring forward of the breech is marked 1 ARK D, and is stamped with the initials HGS. Walnut stock and forearm with brass barrel band and buttplate. With sling ring on the left side of the frame. The top flat of the stock is stamped F.E.W. (the first letter is partially obscured) and the top of the buttplate is marked B. The barrel has a mottled grey patina, fading to a dark plum towards the receiver. The frame has a grayish silver patina with some staining. The stock has some nicks and digs, but is in good overall condition. The bore is in good overall condition and could benefit from a light cleaning. $1,500 - $2,000

320 Sharps Martial Marked Model 1855 U.S. Army Carbine .52 caliber, 21.75” barrel, S/N 19185. The barrel is marked Sharps Rifle Manufg. Co. Hartford Conn., with a faded U.S. over inspector’s initials J.H. marked near the breech. The tape primer cover is marked Edward Maynard Patentee 1845. The tang is marked Sharps Patent 1848. Walnut stock and forearm, with brass barrel band, patchbox and buttplate. The barrel has a mostly dark plum patina, with small patches fading to gray. The frame, hammer, lever, lock, breechblock and primer cover all have a dark plum patina, with some areas of gray. Markings on the barrel and primer cover are slightly worn, with the exception of the inspector’s initials J.H. The saddle bar and ring are missing from the frame/bar mount. The stock has some nicks and dings, with a small area of loss near the upper tang on the top left. The forearm has a slight age crack extending from the rear screw towards the frame. The bore is in good condition and will clean to very good.

The mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

149

321 Burnside Civil War Carbine, 4th Model .54 caliber, 21” barrel, S/N 38039. The barrel is marked with a P and an H near the breech. The breech is marked Burnside Patent March 25th 1856. The lock is marked Burnside Rifle Co. Providence R.I.Walnut stock and forearm, with saddle bar and ring. The stock features two inspector’s cartouches behind the saddle bar. The barrel has an even dark plum patina. The frame has some case coloring remaining, with the rest having a mottled gray patina. The stock and forearm have several areas consistent with use. There is a hand carved portion on the left side of the butt. The bore is in good condition. $800 - $1,200

322 Jenks Carbine With Maynard Tape Primer .54 caliber, 24.25” barrel. Top flat of barrel marked W. Jenks and U.S.N./RP/P/1847/Cast-Steel. The lockplate is marked Remington’s Herkimer N.Y. Walnut stock with brass barrel bands, triggerguard and buttplate. With RP cartouche opposite of the lock. The barrel has a beautiful, even brown finish. The lock and the loading lever have some casehardening remaining with light streaking. All of the brass has a bright and shiny patina. The stock has one or two nicks and dings, but is in good overall condition. The bore is in excellent condition. $3,000 - $4,000

323 Burnside Civil War Carbine, Fifth Model .54 caliber, 21” barrel, S/N 15946. The barrel is marked Cast Steel 1864 and B. The top of the frame is marked Burnisde’s Patent Model of 1864. The lockplate is marked Burnside Rifle Co. Providence R.I. Walnut stock and forearm with casehardened buttplate. Marked with an inspector’s cartouche on the left side of the stock behind the saddle bar, and N.S.P. on the top comb. The barrel has a nice even dull blue patina throughout. The top of the breech, the breech lever and both tangs have a bright blue finish, with light wear on the lever. The frame, hammer and lever have a light gray patina, with some traces of case coloring remaining. The buttplate has bright case colors, and is in very good condition. The walnut stock has some light handling marks but is in good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,600

150

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

324 Joslyn Model 1864 Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 15462. Rear section of breechblock marked B.F. Joslyn’s Patent Oct. 8 1861 June 24 1862. The lock is marked Joslyn Firearms Co. Stonington Conn 1864. Blue finished barrel, walnut stock. The finish on the barrel is in very good condition, with the original blue finish consistent throughout. Some light case coloring remaining on the saddle bar. The stock is in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 325 No Lot

326 Sharps & Hankins Model 1862 Army Type Carbine .52 rimfire caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 2504. Matching serial numbers on the barrel and frame. Left side of frame marked Sharp’s Patent 1859. The right side is marked Sharps & Hankins Philada. Walnut stock with brass buttplate. The barrel and frame appear to have an old re-finish, with the blue in good condition. The stock is in very good condition. A spring in the rear sight is not present. The bore is in very good condition. $900 - $1,400

327 Sharps New Model 1859 Navy Carbine .52 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 43303. Barrel marked with company name and address forward of the sight, and marked New Model 1859 forward of the breech. Left side of receiver marked C. Sharps Pat. Sept. 12th 1848. The right side is marked above the hammer R.S. Lawrence Pat. April 12th 1859, and in the center of the lock C. Sharps Pat. Oct. 5th 1852. Walnut stock and forearm with iron furniture and Iron patchbox. The stock is not fitted with a saddle bar and ring. The barrel has a dark mottled patina, with some traces of blue in protected areas. The frame, lock and hammer have a dark mottled gray patina. The stock has several areas of wear, mostly along the left side of the stock and on the high edges. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $2,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

151

328 Scarce W.L. Hudson, Cincinnati, Ohio, Civil War Percussion Turner-Bahn Frei Rifle .44 caliber, 30.5” octagonal barrel length with bayonet lug, no S/N. Marking on lock W.L. Hudson over Maker over Cin. O. Brown finish with case colored lock. Proud full walnut stock has original four German silver wedge escutcheons. Stock retains the original swivels and its rare numbered Door Knob ram rod. Double set triggers. The Turner Civil War militia-type units were armed to guard against Confederate raiders such as John Hunt Morgan. Retains traces of original browning that is smooth with sharp corners. Lock and breech have traces of bright and light case colors respectively. Bore is brilliant and mechanically excellent with double set triggers. $3,500 - $5,000

329 Remington Single Shot Breech-Loading Carbine, Type II .50 rimfire caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 3042. Barrel marked JT over SP (obscured by barrel band). The upper tang is marked with Remington’s name, address and patent dates. Walnut stock and forearm with US marked buttplate. Saddle bar and ring on the left side of the frame.

Sling swivels fitted on the buttstock and barrel band. The barrel and frame have a dark patina with some grey mottling. The stock has some lightly carved geometric shapes on either side. Some gouges have been filled in on the stock, and the area around the forearm screw housing has been repaired. The stock and forearm both have some dings. The bore is in very good condition and could use a light cleaning. $1,000 - $2,000

330 Sharps Model 1859 Carbine .52 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 35231. Barrel marked with company name and address forward of the sight, and marked New Model 1859 forward of the breech. Left side of receiver marked C. Sharps Pat. Sept. 12th 1848. The right side is marked above the hammer R.S. Lawrence Pat. April 12th 1859, and in the center of the lock C. Sharps Pat. Oct. 5th 1852. Walnut stock and forearm with brass furniture.

With saddle bar and ring. There appears to be the remnants of an inspector’s oval cartouche is just barely visible on the left of the stock, but it is unclear. The barrel has a mostly even gray patina, with light flecks of blue. The frame, lock and hammer all have an even darker gray patina with light mottling. The stock has some nicks and dings but is in good overall condition. The forearm has a horizontal crack extending from the interior of the barrel band back towards the front of the lever. The bore is in good condition. $3,000 - $6,000

152

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

331 First Model Henry Rifle Inscribed D.W. Jones .44 rimfire caliber, 24” octagonal barrel length with magazine tube, S/N 1763, top of barrel marked in 2 lines Henry Patent Oct. 16, 1860 over Manufact’D By The New Haven Arms Co. New Haven, CT.. D.W. Jones non-factory inscribed on the left side of the frame. Rear buck horn sight in the second notch on the frame. Blue barrel, magazine tube, hammer, trigger and lever with brass frame and butt plate. Oil stained walnut butt stock.

Research shows there are numerous “D.W.Jones” who served in either the Union or Confederate armies, yet considering the high cost to purchase a Henry Rifle in the 1860’s, this number is substantially narrowed to a few officers who could afford to purchase one or to an enlisted man who may have purchased one of these iconic weapons. The field of possibilities narrowed to four - two Confederate and two Federal. The Confederates are Colonel Dudley W. Jones, 9th Texas Cavalry (whose National Archives service records accompany the lot) and a D.W. Jones who served as Assistant Surgeon in both the 36th and 37th Mississippi Infantries. Both of these regiments served in the western theatre with assignments to the Armies of Mississippi and Tennessee.

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

The two federals matching these initials are: Captain Daniel W. Jones of Co. A, 27th Ohio Infantry and oddly, an enlisted man by the same name who served in Co. A, 2nd U.S.V.S.S. Although Berdan’s Sharpshooters were not issued Henrys, one of their ranks may certainly have desired to own one. There are no additional details in the file to narrow these down, although the consignor believes this weapon was most likely owned by Col. Jones of the 9th Texas.

A native Texan, Jones was the grandson of an early settler and enlisted in 1861 in the Titus Grays of the 9th Texas Cavalry. He quickly rose through the ranks to Adjutant and later commanded the regiment for much of it’s service. Following the battle of Elkhorn Tavern in March 1862, the Ninth transferred to Ross’ cavalry brigade, participating in more than thirty engagements.

Following the war, Jones moved to Houston where he practiced law and published The Ku Klux Vidette, the city’s first daily newspaper. Only a year later, he fell victim to yellow fever and died in the city. The barrel and magazine tube retain a lot of the blue finish with wear to the edges and muzzle. The hammer, trigger and lever all retain a lot of the blue finish blending to an overall dark patina. Markings are sharp and crisp. The brass frame has a mustard patina as well as the butt plate.

The stock shows nicks and dings with a repair on the right side of the butt stock. Has a good bore.

Mechanically functions however could use a tune up. $30,000 - $50,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

153

Left Side

332 Volcanic Lever Action Carbine .36 caliber, 16.5� barrel, S/N 2910. Barrel marked Patent New Haven Conn. With scroll engraved brass frame and original rear sight mounted on the top of the frame. Walnut stock with brass butt plate. The top of the butt plate is also engraved. The left side of the butt has an ivory insert.

The barrel has a nice dark untouched plum patina with sharp edges. The frame is very good with nice original engravings and sharp edges. Serial numbers visible on the right side of the lever with a nice, untouched dark patina on the lever with sharp edges and clear markings. The stock has a very old refinish and varnish applied. There appears to be a very small oval shaped repair to the left side of the stock, and another repair along the right side near the tang. Very few nicks and dings. The bore has sharp rifling and will clean out to better. $10,000 - $15,000

154

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

333 Second Model Hoggson Engraved Henry Rifle .44 RF caliber, 24.25� octagonal barre, S/N 10809. With 900 yard rear barrel sight and no dove tail in the frame. Blue barrel with silver plated engraved brass frame and engraved butt plate. Walnut stock, sling swivels. Stock is numbered to the rifle. Engraved in scrolls with stippled back ground, and having a dog in a panel on the left side. Walnut stock. Barrel retains most of the bright original blue finish. Some wear to the high lines. Some minor flaking on the flat of the barrel over the markings. Front sight has a mint crisp look. A little flaking on the right side near the frame. Frame has nice untouched look retaining some of the original silver plating, just lightly fading .

Hammer and lever retains a nice grey to brown mottled look. Stock has some nicks and dings. Bore is excellent. Overall this is an excellent Engraved Henry Rifle. $35,000 - $60,000

Details

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

155

334 Sharps Model 1863 Rifle .52 caliber, 30” round barrel, S/N C, 34734. With three barrel bands. Marked on the top of the barrel Sharps Rifle Manufg Co Hartford Conn.

Marked near the breech New Model 1863. All numbers match on the bottom of the barrel and the back of the tang. Blued barrel with walnut stock and forearm. Barrel retains most of the original blue finish just a little wear around the muzzle. Barrel bands and nosecap retain some of the case colors just lightly turning to a brown. Frame and lock retain most of the case colors just lightly fading. Patchbox and buttplate retain most of the case colors. Stock and forearm are excellent plus with nice feathered open-grain wood. Two mint cartouches on the left side near the frame. Excellent bore. $4,000 - $6,000

335 Sharps New Model 1859 Carbine .52 caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 66156. The barrel is marked New Model 1859 behind the rear sight. The right side of the frame is marked R.S. Lawrence Pat. April 12th 1859 and C. Sharps’ Pat. October 5th 1852. The left side is marked C. Sharps’ Pat. Sept. 12th 1848. Walnut stock and forearm, with saddle bar and ring. The outline of an inspector’s cartouche is visible below the saddle bar. The barrel has a dark blueish plum patina. The frame, hammer and lever have a mostly bright silver patina, with some areas of dark mottling. The stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

336 US Civil War Spencer Carbine .52 Caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 57210. With walnut stock and seven shot repeater, loaded through butt plate. Marked on top of breech Spencer Repeating/Rifle Co. Boston, Mass./Pat’d March 6, 1860. With saddle ring on left. Very good, very good bore, metal has turned a plum brown and stocks show dents and dings from wartime field service. $1,500 - $2,000

337 Burnside Carbine 5th Model .54 cal., 20.1” round barrel marked cast steel with partially legible date, S/N 12700, receiver marked BURNSIDE PATENT / MODEL OF 1864, back action lock weakly marked with a two line address, lock, hammer and lever retain much of the case colors, functions smoothly. Single band forearm and buttstock have iron furniture. Very good; bore good with spots of light pitting and strong rifling, barrel turning plum, receiver graying, wood shows only light wear. $1,000 - $1,500

156

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

338 Model 1861 Contract Whitneyville Rifled-Musket .58 cal., 40” round rifled barrel octagonal at the breech, lockplate engraved with an eagle over “WHITNEYVILLE”, action in working order.

Three band walnut stock with iron furniture, unit marked on the left near the buttplate “F / CO / 23”, the initial “H” is lightly carved on the right wrist. Complete with ramrod, lacks rear sling swivel. Very good; bore with moderate scattered spots of oxidation, rifling strong, metal in an even brown patina, stock with light normal service wear. $1,000 - $1,500

339 Springfield Alteration Of Model 1860 Spencer Carbine .50 cal., 18.25” round barrel with 3 groove rifling, S/N 25100, receiver marked “MODEL 1865” and has a four line Spencer / Burnside address, retains much of the case coloring and features the Stabler Cut-Off device. Walnut forearm and buttstock have iron furniture.

A very limited number of these carbines were altered. Good; bore has strong rifling and very light spots of pitting, finish shows normal age and service wear. $1,000 - $1,500

340 Model 1833 Hall-North U.S. Breech Loading Percussion Carbine .52 smoothbore caliber, 26 3/16” round barrel. Barrel stamped N.W.P. behind the rear sight. The breechblock is marked U.S. S. North MidlTn Conn. 1838. With combination 25.25” ramrod/bayonet mounted in the forend of the stock. Triggerguard with two finger ridges and sling ring. Walnut stock with compartment on bottom of butt area. The barrel and frame have a brownish plum finish, with more brown on the frame. The breechblock has some areas of pitting, especially on the markings (some are obscured, but the 38 in the date is legible). The rear of the frame is repaired where it meets the upper tang. There is also a repair on either side above the breech latch, and forward of the breech latch.

Some age cracks appear on the forestock. The bore is dirty and shows some oxidization. The mechanics function properly. $3,000 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

157

341 U.S. Civil War Confederate Richmond Armory Carbine .58 caliber, 25” barrel. The barrel is marked with a VP and eagle head. Lockplate marked C.S. Richmond, VA, and dated 1863 at the rear. Full stock fastened by two barrel bands, with iron ramrod, patchbox and buttplate and brass forend cap. With iron blade front sight, and sling swivels on front barrel band and triggerguard. The barrel, hammer and lockplate have a bright patina with mottling throughout. There is a small amount of pitting on the top of the lock, extending towards the top of the barrel. The stock has some handling marks, along with an age crack at the rear of the lock, and opposite of the lock on the top screw. The underside of the butt is missing its swivel swing, but the hole is still present. The ramrod appears to be a crude period production. The rear sight is missing, but reveals the “T” shaped cut out. $5,000 - $7,000

342 Falisse & Trapmann Belgian Spencer Carbine .50 caliber, 20” barrel, S/N 12. Serial number is marked on buttplate, lever and interior breech components. The barrel band is numbered 19. The barrel is marked with a crown over K proof, along with a Liege proof. A Falisse & Trapmann circle FT proof is marked on top of the frame behind the breech and on the underside of the stock behind the tang. Saddle bar and ring opposite of the lockplate. Walnut stock and forearm, with sling swivel. The barrel has a nice dark blue patina, with light areas of spotting throughout. The frame has a dark finish, with the hammer, lock and breech having a mottled gray patina. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings, but are in good overall condition. The bore is in good condition, and could use a cleaning. $1,500 - $2,500

343 Confederate Arkansas 17th Regt Wooden Canteen with Inscribed Flag Wooden drum canteen, 7.25” diameter, 2.25” wide. Bound with sheet iron riveted bands with three shoulder sling loops, pour hole drilled at the top lacking stopper. The obverse face has an hand carved unit designation “17ARK” and soldier’s initials “WTV” (or possibly “WIV”) and a naive representation of a Confederate first national flag on a pole. The reverse shows four randomly placed geometric shapes, one of which can be interpreted as a simplified Masonic compass and square.

Provenance: Canteen was discovered at an estate sale in Maine a number of years ago and was likely the Civil War souvenir of a soldier from that state.

Good; one area of wood loss on the side of the pour hole, water stains on the sides, normal age and service wear. $2,000 - $2,500

158

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

344 Lt. Col. Porter S. Cox Model 1840/60 Presentation Sword 34.5” slightly curved German made blade with fullers, obverse etched with military trophies, Greek keys and floral motifs with inscription “Onward to Victory” reverse with similar etching and a “U” and “S” seperated by a spread wing eagle, ricasso with knight logo and maker marked “CLAUBERG / SOLINGEN, retains the leather scabbard washer. Hilt has brass three branch guard retaining good traces of the gilt finish and embossed with laurel and acanthus leaves, Phrygian helmet style pommel with a bust of the goddess of Liberty, ivory grip edged with an engraved line. Nickel plated scabbard brass mountings embossed with floral patterns and twisted wire hanger rings. Engraved on the reverse between the hanger bands “Presented to / Lt. Col. Porter S. Cox, / the Officer who whipped Thrailkill, / and killed Bill Anderson the Bandit, / by his friends in St. Joseph, Mo. / Nov. 25th 1864.”

Porter S. Cox, better known as Samuel P. Cox (1828-1913) was a Missouri farmer and businessman. During the Mexican War he served in a unit that did not fight in Mexico but acted as scouts for two years in actions against Native American forces and helped build Ft. Kearny in Nebraska. Between the wars, Cox worked as a freight hauler in the West, acting in that capacity under contract for the army during the Utah War of 1858-59. At the beginning of the Civil War he helped to organize the 1st Regt. Missouri militia with the rank of Major, resigning in 1863 due to ill health. In 1864, he was again commissioned as a Lt. Colonel in the 33rd Regt. Missouri militia. Cox commanded the Union forces at a skirmish near Albany, MO, on Oct. 26, 1864 in which the famous Confederate guerrilla leader William “Bloody Bill” Anderson was killed.

William T. Anderson originally served under the notorious Confederate guerrilla William Quantrill were he gained a reputation for both skill and brutality. By 1863 he was in command of his own guerrilla band in Missouri. As part of Gen. Sterling Price’s 1864 attempt to retake Missouri for the Confederacy, Anderson’s men massacred 124 unarmed Union soldiers in cold blood at Centralia.

The Confederates scalped many of the Union men and several scalps were reportedly tied to Anderson’s saddle when he died, justifying his nick-name “Bloody Bill.”

Among Anderson’s officers at Centralia was Captain John Thrailkill, 1st Missouri Cavalry, a recently escaped POW from Alton Prison, who led a small guerrilla band riding with Anderson SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

when Cox’s command caught up with them at Albany, MO. Laying an ambush similar to Anderson’s own tactics, the federals shot Anderson in the head, killing him instantly. Although Cox had not actually pulled the trigger, he was proclaimed a hero. Anderson’s reign of terror in Missouri had come to an end. After the war, Cox returned to private business.

Thrailkill also survived the war and in 1865 fled to Mexico with other Confederates, where he became a wealthy man pursuing mining, cattle and railroad interests. His death came in 1895 in Mexico City.

Very good; there are a few scattered dark gray age spots on the blade, heaviest on the reverse side near the point with some very light pitting. Light verdigris in the deeper crevasses on the pommel and the scabbard mounts. One very sallow dent on the scabbard near the presentation. $20,000 - $30,000

Detail APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

159

345 Pike from the USS Constitution, and a Civil War Pike Lot of Two Lot includes 2 Naval Pikes, both with old Bannerman tags. The first one reads: Pike from Constitution. The other reads, Civil War pike. The first one has a 15” iron spike with 6” langets on long wooden haft, overall 88”. The second has a 10” iron spike with 7” langets and a long wooden haft, overall 95” with round ball haft. Very good. Constitution pike has remains of white paint. $1,500 - $3,000

Details

346 Confederate Model 1833 Artillery Short Sword 19” crude blade, unmarked. With a ribbed brass handle and a brass cross guard with C and S on each end. Wooden leather covered scabbard with brass tip and brass throat. Very good. Blade is stained and crude. Brass guard and handle are untouched . Scabbard is dirty and untouched. A great example of this hard-to-find rare sword. $2,000 - $3,000 160

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

347 Presentation Sword, Pepper Box Pistol and Archive belonging to Civil War Captain M. L. M. Peixotto, Ohio and New York Formerly the property of Captain Moses L. M. Peixotto, the Model 1850 foot officer’s has a 30.25” German import blade etched with military and floral motifs, ricasso retailer marked “W. H. / HORSTMANN / & SONS / PHILADELPHIA” and king’s head maker’s logo. Hilt has brass guard pierce with floral elements and pommel embossed with oak leaves and shield, German silver grip engraved with a federal eagle and shield, and floral patterns. The scabbard is covered in shagreen with brass mountings embossed with trophies of arms, the reverse of the throat has an engraved presentation: “PRESENTED / TO / Captain M.L.M Peixotto / by a few of his friends, / New York, Aug. 1862.” A cased .31 cal Allen & Wheelock percussion pepper box revolver, 3.25” six-shot fluted barrel cluster with maker’s and patent marks, engraved recoil shield, metal retains most of the blued finish and has walnut grips.

Pistol held in a velvet lined walnut box and includes a ramrod / cleaning rod, fluted copper powder flask and bullet mold. Other wartime items include a gold and silver bullion “U.S” and wreath cap insignia on black velvet, the subject’s brass clothing stencil with unit designation, 18 coat and 5 cuff Steel & Johnson pattern gilt staff eagle buttons with “EXTRA * QUALITY *” backmarks and a metal trunk plate engraved with Peixotto’s name and rank.

Post war and veteran items include a GAR ebony cane, 36” in length, with a nickel plated

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

handle embossed with GAR emblems, two Grant presidential campaign ribbons on original cards, inaugural ball ribbon and ribbons for the 1876 reunions of the Society of the Army of the Cumberland and the Army of the Tennessee, and a named and dated “1885” 7th NY NG long service medal. Complete with an archive of 12 original documents related to Peixotto’s life and service including enlistment and promotion certificates, letters and a Masonic membership certificate all dating between 1853 and 1866. Of special importance is the letter that accompanied the presentation sword. Lot also includes photocopies of related research.

Originally from New York City, Moses L.M. Peixotto (1830 - 1890) was a member of a noted family of sephardic Jews that traced their history in America back to 1630. Before the Civil War he served in the 7th NY militia as an enlisted man. In 1862 he was commissioned a Captain of Company G, 103rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. In 1863 he left the regiment due to illness. He lived briefly in Cleveland before returning to New York to resume his pre-war career as a pharmacist.

Very good; sword blade in mostly bright finish, even age patina on the brass fittings with traces of glit finish. Pepper box shows light service wear, bores need cleaning, cane with normal wear, 7th NY medal ribbon fraying, documents have some creasing and minor tears. $4,000 - $6,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

161

348 Confederate Iron D-Guard Bowie Knife by Thomas Griswold 8.5” iron spear point blade without fuller, pronounced wide ricasso is marked “Thomas. Griswold / New Orleans.” Hilt has single iron knuckle bow with long quillion. Thick, forged iron “D” guard is peened to tang at the pommel. One-piece, rounded, wide grained wood grips, with wide pewter ferrule. Overall 14 inches.

Full page illustration of this knife can be seen in Norm Flayderman’s book, The Bowie Knife Unsheathing an American Legend (2004:p142) According to Mr. Flayderman’s account of this knife, “It is reasonably assumed that the blade was made specifically as a knife and not merely a cut-down sword blade. It is wider and lacks the unstopped fullers, typical of Griswold and Co. blades.” Good. Blade is dark with moderate pitting heaviest near the point and coarse grind marks on both side of the blade, oak grip with age cracks and dents and ding from field service.

Ex Norm Flayderman $15,000 - $25,000

349 Will & Fink San Francisco, Cal Bowie Knife 9.5” blade, with stag handle maker marked on blade “Will & Fink SF, CAL.” Deluxe checkered special order snakeskin scabbard with a large decorative tarnished silver round button with Masonic symbol of an ‘All Seeing Eye’ poorly scratched into the center. Very good, handle shows much carrying wear, blade shows dings and some sharpening wear. $3,000 - $5,000 Detail 162

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

350 Confederate Presentation Civil War Sword and Diary of Capt. Daniel R. Hundley, 31st Alabama Infy., CSA This sword was presented to Captain Hundley by his mother on August 1861. Presentation information is on the pommel of the sword.

32” blade with etched panels of military motifs; one of the panels had the “US” taken out and marked with Confederate States and dated 1861. Shagreen and gilt brass wire wrapped handle.

Engraved on the backside of pommel is a presentation inscription “Presented to Captain D.R. Hundley CSA by his mother August 1, 1861.” On the brass knuckle bow the US was also cut out and replaced with CS. German proof on the ricasso. Metal scabbard with brass bands and carrying rings. On the throat of the scabbard is a banner marked Horstman and Sons maker Philadelphia.

Plus a 1902-style Army Officer’s sword, 30” blade with etched panels of military motifs. The name is etched in a panel: Bryan R. Hundley. Black handle, nickel-plated guard with nickel plated scabbard. The 1902 sword is in excellent condition. This sword is Vietnam War era.

Daniel Robinson Hundley (1832-1899) was born to John Henderson Hundley and Malinda Robinson, plantation and slave owners in Madison County, Alabama. Daniel received his law degree from Harvard in 1853. He married a first cousin, Mary Ann (“Nannie”) Hundley (18341913) about 1857. Three children came rapidly, two sons and a daughter, by 1859. The family moved to Chicago where Daniel maintained a small farm and tried to find work as a writer. In 1860 he published Social Relations in our Southern States (New York: Henry Price), an analysis of the antebellum social and political climate in slave states, often cited as a major reference.

The family struggled financially, so when hostilities erupted, in April 1861, he returned to Alabama and was commissioned as Colonel in the 31st Alabama Regiment. He was wounded at the Battle of Port Gibson (May 1863), and taken prisoner at Big Shanty, GA (June 15, 1864). Taken to the officer’s prison at Johnson’s Island, he attempted an escape in Jan. 1865, but was quickly recaptured. The diary he kept while incarcerated was taken from him at his recapture.

The 31st Alabama was organized in March 1862 at Talladega with men from the surrounding counties. It moved to Tennessee, first to Chattanooga, then to Knoxville. It took part in several fights, Cumberland Gap and Tazewell before joining General Edmund Smith’s Kentucky Campaign. It was then moved to General Edward Tracy’s Department of the Mississippi. It was engaged in the defenses of Port Gibson and Vicksburg, where it was captured and quickly exchanged. It was then moved to the Army of Tennessee, following John Bell Hood’s forces. Of the 1100 men serving in the unit, by Jan. 1865, only 180 were fit for duty and fewer than 100 surrendered in April.

Hundley was released from Johnson’s Island in July 1865, and returned to his home, Thorn Hill near Mooresville, to begin a law practice. Nearly a decade later, in 1874, he received a letter from a man in New York who had located the diary and subsequently returned it to him. Hundley filled in a few blanks from the last months of his incarceration, and published the diary as “Prison Echoes of the Great Rebellion” that same year. It was his last venture into writing. He spent the remainder of his days quietly, practicing law and raising a family which grew by a number of children. All together, Daniel and Mary Ann had 11 children, although three died in infancy: Edwin, Margaret, Cecil, Edith, Oscar, Warren, Mary, John, Elisha, Lucy, and Anne. (Oscar, John, and Elisha all married.)

We have not been able to locate Bryan Hundley. Consignor relates that he purchased this sword from Bryan Hundley (a direct descendant of the original Bryan Hundley). Daniel had four siblings: Orville (who became a state senator and Republican delegate), John, William, and Mary.

Bryan could be a grandson of Daniel or any of the three brothers (or part of Mary Ann’s family line). Presumably, with the 1902 date, this sword represents SpanAm service.

A diary accompanies this lot. Although not one of Hundley’s, it was written by a resident of Mooresville, Alabama. The writer, however was a woman, and a bit older. The 8 x 10 in. halfleather over marbled paper book has 144 pages filled in. It begins on 19 Oct. 1856. It is relatively complete until August of 1857, mostly with news about the community (who is ill, who died) and church activities. The rest is spotty until 10 July 1859. On Dec. 31, 1857 she describes the

Detail SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

163

350 Continued

death of her sons: “Since the last entry... I have passed through the deep waters of affliction, my dear children Henry and Robert have passed away from the earth... Henry died on the 30th of August of typhoid fever after an illness of two weeks, his age seventeen years and five months.

Robert was very ill at the same time with the same fever....his spirit went back to him who gave it on the morning of Dec. 8th at a little past 6 o’clock, at the age of sixteen years and nine months...”

A week later, she laments: “I can hardly realize that I am the same being I was six months ago.

Then I was the proud happy mother, now my heart and home is bereft.” (Not only was Hundley not a mother, he was born in 1832, and could not have had 17 and 16-year-old sons in 1857, being only 15 or so himself.) Unfortunately, the only identification is on the rear fep, with have “Mooresville, Alabama, Limestone County” written on it. This was Hundley’s hometown, so he surely knew these neighbors. They might have been relatives.

The first 72 pages cover the antebellum period. In the middle, she jumps from July 1859 to 19 Dec. 1863. Coverage in this section is mostly continuous until 5 Nov. 1864 (58 pages), but the last 14 or so pages are mixed. There are some early items (1853-1859), many histories, or religious extracts, in the last dozen pages, but if there were three or four blank lines at the bottom of the page, she continued the diary there.

This second section is very different. It gives the “home front” view of the war, and, at that, from an interesting perspective. Northern Alabama was strongly sympathetic to the Union.

Ormsby Mitchel had a relatively easy time invading the area in the spring of 1862. Holding the area, however, was a bit more difficult, since it was deeply divided between Union and Secessionist sympathizers. In addition, much of the region’s economic activity focused north.

The writer of this journal seems to be sympathetic to the Union, although she mentions several times that a number of their slaves have left or been taken by the army, or that soldiers were going from plantation to plantation running the slaves off (freeing them). A few months after the death of her sons, she went to visit family - sisters, mother. Her father had died about the same time as her sons, so she visited his grave, also. She spent several weeks in Aurora, Illinois, making a trip into Chicago to shop. At a later point, she mentions an Ohio unit that is camping in the area, headed by a Captain from Zanesville. She and the Captain spent several evenings catching up on mutual acquaintances.

This diary gives a view of the hardships of a war zone. Foraging soldiers taking their corn, forage, meat from the smokehouses. And in Northern Alabama, there were waves of both Confederate and Union forces, needing food for themselves and their animals. She describes hearing cannonading from Decatur and Athens. Interestingly, “official” histories place the Battle of Decatur on Oct. 26-29, 1864, as part of Hood’s Tennessee campaign. However, there is activity for months before this. Something is happening in Decatur at least every week - more troops coming in, Confederate raiders making a run at the Union forces, sporadic skirmishing, etc. For most of the year, the residents of the Mooresville-Huntsville area cannot cross the river to Decatur. The residents personally appeal to General Dodge, but he will not guarantee them protection from the soldiers under his command. He only assures them that they won’t take anything “except demanded by military necessity.” Guess that covers just about anything.

She mentions each unit as it comes and goes, and even where it camps. Jan. 25th: 80th Ohio & 7th Iowa; 28th: 93rd Illinois & 10th Iowa. On May 21st, the 9th Ohio came in, and set up camp on the hill near the graveyard. (This was the unit headed by her old friend from Zanesville, where she lived 26 years before.) The citizens are intensely interested in war news.

She notes: “We get intelligence of affairs from the Federal party only and we know not which portion of the rumors can be credited.” (Note, this was true of the men in uniform, also. Rumors flowed freely.) At one point the 16th AC was ordered to Chattanooga, and she notes that it took them 6 hours to get through town. Shortly after, she observes: “our town has been literally alive with soldiers.”

She is (still) sympathetic to humanity in general. She seems to retain a northerner’s attitude toward the climate: [July 1] “The weather almost suffocating. If we at home, sheltered from the 164

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

rays of a summer sun can hardly exist, what of the suffering of the poor soldiers....” On the 25th, they get rumors that Atlanta was captured by Sherman. A bit premature, but after Atlanta did fall, it took a full two weeks for the news to reach Mooresville. She expresses great interest in the Democratic Convention in Chicago, hoping they could get a candidate who would end the war.

She missed nothing. On Sept. 6: “Six trains passed down loaded mostly with contrabands going we suppose to Tennessee to repair bridges and so forth”(that Wheeler had been burning as he went).

On the 10th they get reports that Grant and Sherman had both been defeated. Not quite, since Atlanta fell the week before. Fighting was also increasing around Athens, and Union soldiers were putting up breastworks throughout the fields around town.

Union soldiers borrowed her buggy on a number of occasions. One time she notes: “Our buggy returned. We know nothing definite with regard to the business in which it has been engaged but suppose from some items gathered it has been used for transportation of a female spy.” Much more.

Although there are numerous views of soldiers, homefront diaries, especially from literate women, are much more rare. We are sure there is much to be learned from this account, possibly even the identity of the writer. Brass has been polished and began to age nicely. Handle is in good condition complete intact with some scuffs. Blade is a dark grey to brown. Panels are visible.

Scabbard has a four dents, two on each side. Brass is good. $5,000 - $10,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

351 Zouave Uniform, Firearms and Archive Identified to Charles Reisser 9th New York Hawkins Zouaves Incredibly large group obtained from a descendant, consisting of the Civil War uniform, personal effects, documents and two firearms originally the property of Acting Orderly Sergeant Charles Reisser, Co. G, 9th NY, known as “Hawkins Zouaves.”

The uniform consists of a dark blue wool Algerian pattern jacket trimmed in red worsted wool braid and cord piping with matching braid and red wool “tombeau” applied on the front in typical Zouave fashion. Cuffs have red wool sergeant’s rank chevrons and are closed with hooks and eyes. Fully lined in white linen with one interior pocket, hand-inscribed on the left sleeve lining “Chas Reisser / Co. G” in ink now oxidized to brown. The dark blue wool Zouave pattern vest has inset welted pockets, tabs for buttons and is trimmed in red braid, lining and back of linen with penciled initials “Ch R.” The jacket is constructed with both hand- and machine-stitching while the vest is completely hand-sewn. The red wool felt fez has a natural linen tape binding on the bottom edge, blue wool tassel and metal unit number “9” on the obverse. A red wool and cotton mixed fabric waist sash completes the uniform. His trousers were cut off when he was found on the battlefield, where he had laid dead for two days.

Personal items include a silver identity disk made from an half dollar coin, engraved “Sgt. Charles Reisser / Co. G, 9th Regt. NY Vol. / Hawkins Zouaves / Enl. 4 May 1861,” pierced and suspended on a short leather thong, a clay pipe, a wooden crutch used after his leg wound was amputated at Antietam, a GAR membership medal and a 1907 Vinton, IA medal and celluloid reunion medal.

A cased sixth plate daguerreotype image shows Reisser in a Zouave uniform with a Bowie knife on his belt. The image itself is a rarity for the 1860’s, as by then the daguerreotype was an almost obsolete photographic method. Reiser’s jacket and kepi appear to be the Hawkins’ officer pattern, sans rank insignia. This is likely the first pattern Hawkins Zouave uniform, as distinguished from the second pattern jacket which is part of this group. The image has an embossed brass mat and glass retainer, velvet cushion and leatherette covered wood hinged case. Two additional later sepia-toned copy photos of this image in period wooden frames are included.

Documents relating to the life and military career of Reisser include his 1859 dated naturalization paper, his 1860 marriage certificate, an 1861 document promoting him to sergeant and signed by Col. Hawkins, and his 1863 discharge paper, all contained in contemporary wood frames. & A framed, detailed record of Reisser’s early life and military service, published in 1906, is also included. All items are properly museum archievally mounted.

Firearms with this group consist of a percussion full-stock target rifle and a singleshot European military percussion pistol. The rifle is .46 caliber with a 27.75” octagonal barrel maker marked “W. HAHN NEW YORK” (William Hahn active New York City 1858 - 1889), patent breech and snail-shaped nipple bolster, engraved back action lock marked “WARRANTED.” Walnut stock has checkered wrist and cheek rest, nickel furniture now age-toned to a brassy hue by smoke, iron sling swivels and ramrod with brass tips. The iron work with even dark patina.

The pistol is .69 caliber, 11” round pinned barrel, lock and barrel converted from flint, unmarked and with an age gray finish. Walnut stock with brass furniture.

Wrist escutcheon plate engraved with crown motif and word “Hussar;” retains wood ramrod. Family tradition relates that these two firearms were used by Reisser

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

165

351 Continued

during the Civil War. However, this appears unlikely and it is more likely that they were guns that he owned during his long lifetime.

Charles Reisser was a native of Germany. He lived as a farmer in New Jersey at the time of his enlistment in 1861. He served in all the regiment’s actions until he was wounded in the leg by a musket ball at Antietam. His recovery took two years. In later life he moved to Iowa.

This is a well-documented group from a combat veteran of a famous Federal regiment, whose wound occurred as A.P. Hill’s column arrived to save the Army of Northern Virginia’s vulnerable right flank. The group presents an unusual opportunity to acquire a rare uniform worn at a pivotal moment in American history - during America’s bloodiest day - on the fields above Antietam Creek. Overall good condition; uniform pieces show light wear and moderate age toning with some brown foxing on the linen linings, fez binding frayed but mostly complete, the sash has heavy moth tracking and one large hole in the center. The image case has a broken hinge and the top edge is missing. Documents have been folded and have some minor tears that do not detract.

The rifle in overall good condition, has a fair bore in need of cleaning, lock does not stay at half cock and the nipple is slightly flattened. Pistol is fair, lock frozen, nipple completely flattened. $65,000 - $95,000

166

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Details

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

167

352 Pattern 1858 2nd Cavalry Officer’s Hat Fully Trimmed Black wool felt hat with 3.5” brim bound in grosgrain with a grosgrain ribbon hatband, ribbon rosette with cuffsized cavalry eagle button with “C” on the shield and ostrich feather plume. Obverse has gold bullion crossed sabers insignia with silver bullion unit number “2” on black velvet. Left side of the brim turned up against the crown and held with a gold bullion eagle insignia on a velvet oval. Complete with gold bullion and black silk mixed hat cord. Interior has a leather sweatband. This is the same hat pictured in Langellier & Loane U.S. Army Headgear: 1812-1872, pg. 54. Very good. Moderate finish wear on the felt and edge fraying on the brim binding. $7,500 - $12,000

353 Confederate Richmond Arsenal Copy of a Model 1859 McClellan Saddle 1863 - 1864 production, wooden tree covered in rawhide with mixed iron and brass hardware, “CS” embossed pommel shield with top right corner missing, Confederate style “driven-in” iron footman’s stands and quarter rings, dark brown leather fenders and straps. Missing rear saddle ring on the right side has a brass replacement escutcheon on the left side cantle. Stitching is unraveling along the edges of both sides of the cantle as well as the tree bars. Right rear of the seat has a significant 4” tear in the rawhide and with a crack in the wood tree underneath. Iron plate on front of pommel is broken with only a fragment remaining. Stirrups and straps appear to be period Federal Army replacements with the fronts of the leather stirrup covers cut away. Fair to good; age toning and heavy service wear, both period and contemporary repairs. $5,000 - $6,000

Detail

168

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

354 Jenifer Pattern Officer’s Saddle with Curved Valise Black or very dark brown leather covered wooden tree with open seat, brass hardware, pommel and cantle shield shaped escutcheon plates, other plates with scalloped edges.

Complete with leather heart shaped quarter straps ring keepers and wooden stirrups with leather covers. Includes a rare Jenifer pattern curved valise, leather with nickel buckles and unit numbers “6” on the ends, the exterior flap that covers the opening is now lacking, with original securing straps.

A private purchase officer’s saddle, the Jenifer saddle was particularly favored by Confederates. Fair to good; leather aged and crazed, areas of loose stitching, sections of leather loss on the edges of the cantle. $7,000 - $10,000 Left Side Detail

355 US Military Attakapas Wagon Saddle with Model 1859 McClellan Rigging Rawhide covered split seat wood tree with a pronounced pommel horn in the Spanish fashion. Has iron hardware, brown leather skirts, fenders, straps and hoods over the regulation wooden stirrups. Complete with a leather girth. The design is based on an early Louisiana cattle saddle and is one of the very few complete Civil War issue wagon saddles still extant. This particular saddle is pictured on page 77 of Confederate Saddles & Horse Equipment by Ken Knopp. Very good; normal age and service wear, one 2” split in the tree and rawhide below the horn. $3,000 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

Left Side

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

169

356 Western Tooled Leather Holster Marked “Main and Winchester San Francisco Makers” Brown leather, fits a Colt SA. Marked in a cartouche on the reverse near the top in an oval, Main & Winchester San Francisco. Hand tooled in floral designs. Seams are excellent. None are opened. Leather is Pliable. Some scuffing but nothing that distracts from the holster. Markings are clear and readable. $1,000 - $1,500

357 British Pattern 1856 Universal Saddle Possible Confederate Import Dark wood tree, possibly poplar, with dark brown leather seat, skirts and stirrup straps. Has several British “WD” broad arrow military proof marks and is maker marked and dated “MIDDLEMORE / C&M / 1863.” Includes a set of regulation 1860 pattern Hussar stirrups, iron hardware used throughout.

Also included is a British militay issue right side leather and blanket wool quilted removable saddle pad or “numnah” with English military proofs and an illegible maker’s mark. This particular saddle is featured on pages 373 and 374 of The English Connection by Pritchard & Huey, the numnah is also shown on pages 376 and 377. British military saddles of this pattern were imported into the Confederacy through the blockade during the Civil War. Good; leather well preserved with light service wear and age crazing, tree has moderate cracking, minor wood loss on the rear right panel. Pad heavily worn. $4,000 - $5,000

Detail 170

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Right Side

358 Confederate Richmond Arsenal 1st Pattern Jenifer Saddle and Valise Dark russet leather covered 1st pattern Jenifer wooden tree, has brass “CS� pommel shield and escutcheon plates, remaining hardware of mixed brass and iron, cantle edge bound in leather. The saddle has been heavily restored, most notably almost all of the right skirt has been replaced, the left skirt has front edge replaced pieces and the left edge of the cantle

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

has replaced leather. Complete with a period woven ribbed girth, Richmond Arsenal issue iron stirrups and a brown leather valise with tooled edge decoration and brass fittings. This particular saddle and valise are pictured on the cover and page 66 of Confederate Saddles & Horse Equipment by Ken Knopp. Fair; heavy age and service wear, leather finish crazed and flaking, heavily restored. $5,000 - $7,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

171

359 Indian Captured Model 1873 First Model Trapdoor Carbine .45-70 caliber, 22� round barrel with no proofs, S/N 39149, breechblock with early markings, model 1873 eagle with crossed arrows.

Early style hammer with course checkering, correct early style carbine rear barrel sight missing the slide. Early style buttplate with early stacking swivel. Early long wrist carbine butt stock. This carbine is pictured in Custer Battle Guns By John S. Dumont published in 1977 on page 90 and pictured and describe on page 93. It is listed as Springfield carbine model 1873, serial number 39149.

Broken wrist with copper wire, showing Indian use and lightly painted dark green. Entire carbine is a very even untouched dark patina.

With old repairs to the wrist using screws and nails. On the left side of the buttstock has carved initials that have been the e for ever. The condition is quoted in John Du Monts book on page 90, 73 Springfield #39149 has a good provenance and beyond that opens up other interesting aspects for the collector in that the entire carbine, including all metal and wood parts, was painted a dark green. Subsequent wear has removed about 50% of this paint. This is a genuine Indian used carbine documented well in this book. For the collector who is looking for the real and best Indian used carbine.

John Dumont $25,000 - $30,000

Left Side

Details 172

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

360 Springfield Alteration Of Model 1860 Spencer Carbine .50 rimfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 19917. The top flat of the frame is marked Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. Boston Mass Pat’d March 6, 1860.

With saddle bar and ring on the frame and stock. Walnut stock and forearm, with ESA inspector’s cartouche. The barrel has a dark gray patina, with some areas of plum mottling throughout. The frame, hammer, lever and lock all have a gray patina with dark splotches of mottling throughout, and very light traces of case coloring in protected areas of the frame. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings and are in good condition. The bore is very good and the mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,000

361 Model 1865 Springfield-Joslyn Breechloading Rifle .50-70 cal., 34.5” round barrel with two leaf rear sight, S/N 1195, Joslyn pattern breech marked with serial number and patent dates.

Lock plate marked with eagle and “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD”, dated “1864”, action functions properly. Three band walnut stock has two faint cartouche marks, “US” marked on the butt plate. Complete with cleaning rod. A little over 3000 of these rifles were manufactured.

They were not conversions, but newly made weapons that represent the very first cartridge breechloader made at the national armory at the close of the Civil War. Very good; bore very good with strong rifling, metal has age spotting and pitting on the barrel bands. There is a crack in the stock running between the barrel tang to the upper rear of the lock plate. $1,000 - $1,500

362 Experimental Model 1870 Type I Sharps Rifle .50-70 cal., 34.25” round barrel with folding rear sight, S/N 33829, finish bright with light age spots, receiver, hammer and lever retain much of the case color finish, block and plate with Sharps patent markings, tang has matching S/N, action functions properly. Two band walnut forearm and buttstock, has “ESA” cartouche on the wrist, buttplate stamped “US.” 700 of these rifles were reworked at Springfield Armory in 1870 using salvaged Model 1860 Sharps actions. They were part of the weapons tested during the Schofield Board trails. Very good; bright bore with strong rifling, finish lightly aged. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

173

363 Model 1870 Type 2 Navy Remington Rolling Block Rifle by Springfield with Saber Bayonet .50-45 cal., 31.2” round barrel, no S/N, with adjustable rear sight and bottom mounted bayonet lug, even dark aged finish, receiver marked with federal eagle and “USN / SPRINGFIELD / 1870”, Remington patents marked on the tang, retains faint traces of the case finish, crisp action functions properly. Two band walnut forearm and buttstock, has a wood putty patch on the underside of the buttstock near the triggerguard tang. Retains cleaning rod. Complete with a Model 1870 saber bayonet, 20” straight double edged blade in bright finish with minor age spotting, 3 line Ames address, dated “1870”, brass hilt cast with fish scale pattern grip, anchor and crossed cannon on the pommel, with brass mounted black leather scabbard. Fair to good; bore very good, receiver screw heads worn, moderated overall age and service wear. Bayonet very good, scabbard slightly shrunk, $1,000 - $1,500

364 Model 1871 Springfield Armory Rolling Block Rifle .50-70 cal., 34.5” round barrel, no S/N, with adjustable rear sight, even bright finish with light toning, receiver marked with federal eagle and “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1872”, reverse marked “MODEL 1871”, Remington patents marked on the tang, retains much of the case finish, crisp action functions properly. Two band walnut forearm and buttstock, cartouche marked “ESA” on the wrist, buttplate stamped “US.” Retains cleaning rod. Very good to excellent; bore bright with strong rifling, very light service wear on the stock. $1,000 - $1,500

365 Model 1870 Springfield Remington Rolling Block Trials Rifle .50-70 cal., 34.5” round barrel, no S/N, with adjustable rear sight, finish aging to an even gray with moderate pitting above the upper band, receiver marked with federal eagle and “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1870”, Remington patents marked on the tang, retains small traces of the case finish, crisp action functions properly. Two band walnut forearm and buttstock, cartouche marked “ESA” on the wrist, obverse buttstock stamped “Gn. 95”, reverse marked “1”, buttplate 174

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

stamped “US” over “25.” Retains cleaning rod and an socket bayonet with iron scabbard. Only 1008 of these experimental rifles were manufactured for army trials and are discussed in Layman, Remington Rolling Block Military Rifles of the World, page 50. Very good; bore is excellent with strong rifling except for slight pitting right at the muzzle, minor age and service wear, bayonet is in fair condition with dark age finish, moderate to heavy pitting. $2,000 - $3,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

366 U.S. Springfield Model 1871 Ward-Burton Rifle .50 centerfire caliber, 33 5/8” barrel. The left of the receiver is marked with an eagle motif and US Springfield 1871. The top of the bolt is marked Ward Burton with patent dates. The walnut stock has a slotted cleaning rod with one stop, two barrel bands, sling swivels, a US marked buttplate and a leather sling stamped Rock Island Arsenal EHS. A faint inspector’s cartouche is marked below the receiver on the left side of the stock. The barrel is finished bright, and has some spotting throughout. The receiver has some faded traces of blue remaining and is mostly a bright finish. The stock has some nicks and dings and is in good overall condition, with a faint but visible cartouche. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,000

367 Spencer Model 1886 Shotgun 12ga., 30” Damascus barrel, checkered pistol grip walnut stock, S/N 2259, the top of the barrel is marked, Spencer Arms Co. Windsor Ct. USA, Patent Dated APR. 1882, this shotgun was among the earliest commercially successful repeating shotguns. Very good, metal has turned a mottled grey to brown patina, stock shows dents and ding from normal field use. $1,000 - $1,500

368 Springfield Model 1881 Shotgun “Forager” .20ga., 26” unmarked barrel, the breech block is dated 1881 in script numerals, lock is marked eagle US Springfield, S/N 780, walnut stock with SWP 1883 cartouche, faint P proof behind trigger guard. Also included with this lot are four Frankford Arsenal 20 ga. shotgun shells, all have F-Head stamp and the #20. Left to Right in box rounds are dated 9-84, 6-92, 3-96, 9-00. Very good overall, metal has a mottled grey to brown patina sharp edges, with crisp markings. Stock shows dents and dings from field service. Bore is very good. $2,000 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

175

369 1873 “Custer Era” Springfield Carbine Indian Tacked .45-70 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 20836. Tacked walnut stock with a rawhide repair on the wrist. Stock has a crooked snake dot drawling around the tacks on stock. A known Custer Gun with serial number 20816 was surrendered at Tongue River. Very good. Bore is dark and pitted. Metal has turned a mottled grey to brown patina. Stock has been repaired and shows dents and dings of heavy field service. $4,000 - $6,000

370 Model 1873 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine .45-70 cal., 20.5” round barrel with adjustable sight and proof marks, S/N 177557 followed by a star indicating a weapon assembled from parts at the arsenal, breech door marked “U.S. / MODEL / 1873”, lockplated stamped with an eagle and “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873.”

Walnut stock has an 1882 dated cartouche on the wrist, retains the three piece cleaning rod in the buttstock and the saddle ring.

Very good; bore good with slight scattered pitting, finish has good traces of blue and case color finish now aging gray. $1,000 - $2,000

371 Pre-Custer US Springfield T.D. .45-70 Carbine Captured by Indians .45/70 caliber, 25” barrel length, S/N 364. Markings on top of breech “Model 1873” over eagle head and “US.” Lock has eagle next to “US” over “Springfield.” “US” marked on top of the buttstock. Blue barrel with case colored breech and tang. Walnut stock. After, the Custer massacre exposed flaws most of the First Type 1873’s were sent back to be arsenally updated as was this specimen. This carbine was captured by the Indians in the Southwest as this stock is quite dry and weathered. The barrel has a gray to brown patina. The barrel markings were deliberately obliterated while the breech and lock were left alone. The stock has been scorched by camp fire and the stock has a blackened finish. The saddle ring has been classically cut off and 2 metal straps added to support the cracks. One metal strap was placed at the wrist for additional support. This is genuine with typical Indian treatment. Good to very good for the type and early model of the gun. $3,000 - $5,000

176

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

373 Model 1881 Indian Scout’s Dress Helmet Black felt body with patent leather edge binding, band and chin strap. Brass fittings include eagle plate with crossed sabers and applied nickel crossed arrows, crossed arrow side buttons, plume socket and base.

Complete with red and white worsted wool cords with tassels and flat knots, and matching horsehair plume. Visor lined in greenish-tan leather. Leather sweatband marked with an “1899” dated Horstmann contract stamp. Very good. Normal age and service wear. $3,500 - $4,500

372 Model 1881 2nd Artillery Officer’s Dress Helmet Private purchase black wool covered body and band with japanned side vents and patent leather binding.

Gilt brass eagle front plate with applied nickel “2,” gilt shield and crossed cannon, artillery side buttons, plume socket and base. Complete with brass chin chain on leather, gold bullion cords and red horsehair plume. Interior visors lined in green leather; body lined in black cotton with leather sweatband. Fair to good.

Body cover has scattered mothing, heaviest on the left side under the vent. Cracks and chips on the binding. $2,000 - $3,000

374 Model 1881 1st Artillery Officer’s Dress Helmet Black wool covered body and band, edge bound in patent leather. Gilt brass eagle plate with applied shield and crossed cannon, nickel regimental number “1,” artillery side buttons, chin chain on leather, plume socket and base. Complete with gold bullion cords and red horsehair plume. Lined in quilted silk with leather sweatband, inner spike base Pettibone marked with an “1892” patent date. Good. Body soft on the sides. Visors with minor cracks. $3,500 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

375 Rare U.S. Experimental Prairie Cartridge Belt U.S. military canvas and leather cartridge belt with square brass buckle with additional leather and brass keeper, approximately 40” in overall length. The inside of the leather tongue strap is stamped with a small “K;” the inside of the canvas is stenciled “35 M” and “R.I.A. EXPERIMENTAL.” This ca 1876 U.S. military accessory piece is in overall very good to near fine condition. The only one of these with this modified keeper this cataloger has ever seen. $2,000 - $4,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

177

376 Model 1870 Experimental Springfield Rolling Block Army Rifle .50 caliber, 36” barrel. Right side of frame marked with Eagle motif and U.S. Springfield 1870. With Remington patent dates on upper tang. Walnut stock with correct cleaning rod, two sling swivels and US marked buttplate. Left of stock with oval inspector’s cartouche and stamped L behind triggerguard. The barrel has a mostley even bright and shiny finish. The frame has some strong case coloring remaining with an overall dull yellow tint to it. The stock has some light nicks and dings and is in good to very good overall condition. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500

377 US Springfield Model 1873 “Custer” Range Carbine Rare! .45-70 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 41686. Early lockplate with 1873 date, early course knurled hammer. Walnut stock. Correct square shoulder breechblock with eagle and crossed arrows, dated Model 1873. Model 77-style stock with stacking swivel, SCH&G buttplate with the Winchester sliding trap for cleaning rods. Very good. Remnants of the cartouche are visible. Dents and dings in stock. Very good bore.

Most of the metal is smooth with nice untouched patina. $2,000 - $4,000

378 U.S. Model 1871 Ward-Burton Rifle .50 centerfire caliber, 32 5/8” barrel. The top of the bolt is marked Ward Burton Patent Dec. 20, 1859 - Feb 21, 1871. The left side of the breech is marked U.S. Springfield 1871 and has an eagle motif. Walnut stock with correct slotted head ramrod, forend cap, two barrel bands, sling swivels and US marked buttplate. The stock has a scroll inspector’s cartouche and an oval inspector’s cartouche, with a stamped B and firing proof behind the triggerguard. The barrel has a bright and shiny silver patina, with peppering in between the barrel bands. The receiver has a dark mottled patina, with the bolt finished bright and shiny. The stock has a crack extending from the right side of the receiver, down towards the front of the triggerguard. All markings are clear and legible. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,200 - $1,600

379 Winchester-Hotchkiss Second Model Musket .45-70 gov. caliber, 28” barrel, S/N 5500. The barrel is marked near the breech with a VP, an eagle head and U.S. over a Naval anchor.

It is also marked W.W.K. and R. Barrel, receiver and bolt components marked HN. Receiver marked with company name, address and patent dates. Walnut stock with two barrel bands, steel forend tip, slotted ramrod and buttplate marked 96. The barrel has an even light brownish gray patina. The bolt and receiver have a gunmetal patina. The stock has some slight nicks and dings, an has been repaired on either side at the rear of the receiver. There are still some cracks emanating from the repair. The bore is in excellent condition. $800 - $1,200

178

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

380 Evans Transition Model Carbine .44 Evans centerfire caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 487. The barrel is marked Evans Repeating Rifle Pat. Dec. 8, 1868 & Sept. 16, 1871. Forend fastened by a proof marked barrel band with a sling swivel. The barrel and frame have a dark brownish plum patina throughout. The lower and upper buttstocks and forend are in good condition, with minimal signs of use. The locking mechanism behind the lever is missing. The bore is in good condition and could use a light cleaning. $1,000 - $2,000

381 Springfield Hotchkiss Second Model Carbine .45-70 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 6550. The barrel is marked US and VP with an eagle head. The left side of the receiver is marked with the Winchester name, address and patent dates. The receiver has an inspector’s marking HN. With rear military sight marked HC. The stock is marked with a circle P firing proof behind the triggerguard, and a SWP 1881 cartouche on the left side of the buttstock. Stock with saddle ring and nickeled forend tip with hinged door covering the hinged cleaning rod compartment. The barrel has a dark plum patina, fading to a mottling at the receiver. The stock has some nicks and dings, and the markings are crisp and present. The nickel on the forend cap is mostly present, but worn on some edges. The bore is in good condition, and could use a light cleaning. The cleaning rod compartment is empty. $1,000 - $1,500

382 U.S. Springfield Model 1871 Ward-Burton Carbine .50 centerfire caliber, 22” barrel. Left side of breech marked U.S. Springfield 1871 with an eagle motif. Top of bolt marked Ward Burton Patent Dec. 20 1859-Feb. 21, 1871. Walnut stock with large inspector cartouche behind saddle bar, and smaller one at the rear of the saddle bar, with firing proof behind triggerguard. The barrel has a bright finish, with some original finish near the breech. The receiver also has a bright finish, with some light traces of the blackened finish remaining. The stock has some slight nicks and dings but is in very good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

383 U.S. Springfield Model 1882 Chaffee-Reese Rifle .45-70 centerfire caliber, 27 7/8” barrel. Barrel marked with a VP and eagle head, along with a stamped R. The receiver reads U.S. Springfield 1884. Walnut stock with correct cleaning rod, sling swivels (with leather sling) and buttplate with cartridge feed compartment. The stock has an SWP 1884 cartouche on the butt, and a circle P firing proof behind the triggerguard. The barrel has an even blue finish with light fading where a bayonet once was fixed to the front. The receiver has traces of blue fading to an even gray patina.

The stock and bore are in very good condition. The leather shows normal wear for its age. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

179

384 Colt U.S. Cavalry Revolver, in 4th Cavalry S/N Range .45 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 2697. Blued and case hardened finish. Wood grips, no visible cartouches on grips. Italic barrel address; Ainsworth inspected. This desirable early U.S. Cavalry Colt Single Action revolver is in overall very good condition displaying a dark patina on metal surfaces. The numbers are matching on the frame, cylinder, barrel, triggerguard and backstrap.

The action is crisp, the markings good and the bore good overall. The grips are good to very good with wear and scattered old mars and scratches. $7,500 - $15,000

385 Colt U.S. Artillery Single Action Army Used During the Filming of the “Range Rider” Colt U.S. Artillery Single Action Army revolver used by TV actor Jock Mahoney during the filming of the 1950’s series “The Range Rider.” .45 caliber, 5.5” barrel, S/N 138292. Re-blued finish, stag grips, two-line patent address, “US” marking on left side of frame.

Accompanied by a hand printed note on “From the desk of Dick Jones” letterhead stating: “This 45 caliber single action revolver, serial number 138292, was given to me by my TV partner, Jock Mahoney in 1953. “Jocko” used this Peacemaker during the filming of our TV Western series, the Range Rider, which aired in 1951-1954. (Signed) Dick Jones 12-04-08”.

Dick Jones was a star during the heyday of the TV Western, appearing not only in “The Range Rider,” but also performing as the lead in the series “Buffalo Bill Jr.” In addition to the provenance letter, included in this lot is a publicity photo of actors Jock Mahoney and Dick Jones, in Western garb, astride their faithful steeds. Mahoney is wearing a Single Action Army revolver that possibly may be the revolver in this lot. This gun is in overall good to very good condition as re-blued. Its action is crisp, the markings are overall good and the bore is very good. The older non-factory stag grips are very good, displaying a pleasing yellow patina and fit this revolver nicely. $2,500 - $5,000

386 Model 1892 Second Pattern Krag Rifle .30-40 Krag cal., 29.25” round barrel in dark graying finish, S/N 5077, receiver retains much of the case color finish, side marked “U.S. / 1894 / SPRINGFIELD ARMORY”, bolt body bright with age spots, handle gray. Walnut stock has been cleaned, crisp cartouche dated “1894”, circle “P” under the wrist, initials “J.K” carved on the top of the butt comb. Complete with cleaning rod and brass muzzle cover. Good; bore good with small spots of light oxidation, strong rifling. $2,000 - $3,000 180

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

387 **Model 1899 Krag Carbine 30-40 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 850212. Receiver marked U.S. Model 1899. Springfield Armory. Walnut stock with inspector cartouche dated 1907, and with firing proof behind triggerguard. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, with a small area of fading near the barrel band. The loading gate and receiver have almost all of their original blue finish, with some light fading on the receiver. The stock has some slight nicks and dings, along with some staining to the finish on the butt, but is in very good overall condition. The compartment in the buttplate is empty. The bore is in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

388 U.S. Springfield Model 1871 Rolling Block Army Rifle .50 centerfire caliber, 36” round barrel. The right side of the frame is marked with an eagle motif over U.S. Springfield 1872. The opposite side is marked Model 1871. The upper tang is marked Remington’s Patent with dates. Walnut stock with U.S. marked buttplate, two barrel bands and correct cleaning rod. The wrist of the stock has an inspector’s cartouche, and there is a square firing proof behind the triggerguard. Includes a period leather sling. The barrel has a mottled grey, brown and plum patina. The frame has a dark brown and plum patina with case coloring showing through. The stock is in very good to excellent condition with a crisp cartouche. Excellent bore and mechanics. $1,200 - $1,800

389 Model 1882 U.S. Army Remington-Lee Straight Pull Rifle .45-70 caliber, 32.5” barrel, S/N 9405. The barrel is marked U.S. and VP. Marked at the breech Lee Arms Co. Birdgeport Conn. U.S.A. Patented Nov. 4 1879 and E. Remington & Sons, Ilion, N.Y. U.S.A. Sole Manufacturers And Agents. Also marked U.S. Inspector marked D.F.C. on the barrel, breech and on the underside of the stock and above the firing proof mark. Walnut stock with two barrel bands and slotted ramrod. The barrel retains some of its original blue finish, fading to a dark plum. The breech retains most of its finish, with light fading. The stock has some handling marks, but is in good overall condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500

390 U.S. Springfield Model 1865 Rifle With First Allin Alteration .58 rimfire caliber, 40” barrel. The remnants of an eagle head and 4 date remain on the rear of the barrel. The lock is marked U.S. Springfield, with an eagle motif ahead of the hammer, and dated 1865 at the rear. An ESA inspector cartouche appears near the lock screw opposite the plate. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, sling swivels, tulip headed rod with swelled shank and U.S. marked buttplate. The barrel has a dark plum and gray mottled patina, with splotches of blue finish. The breechblock, lock and hammer all have a dark gunmetal patina. The stock has some nicks and dings, but is in good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

181

391 Blakeslee’s Cartridge Box 12” x 4” x 3” dark brown leather covered hexagonal tin case with wooden insert drilled to hold ten cartridge magazine tubes, all present. Obverse marked “BLAKESLEE’S CARTRIDGE BOX / U.S. / PAT’D DEC. 20, 1864 / E. GAYLORD / CHICOPEE / MASS.”, reverse belt tab stamped with a sub inspector’s mark. Retains a brass sling loop on the lower front, leather cover present broken at the hinge, lacking closure tab and side sling loop.

The Blakeslee box was designed to service the Spencer rifle and carbine. Good; minor edge wear from service, broken or missing pieces as noted above. $2,000 - $3,000

392 Springfield Model 1870 U.S. Navy Rolling Block Rifle .50 centerfire caliber, 32 5/8” barrel. Top of barrel stamped with a Naval anchor, with the side stamped P over H.B.R. The right side of the frame is marked with an Eagle motif and USN Springfield 1870. Remington patent dates marked on the upper tang. Walnut stock with slotted and knurled cleaning rod, two barrel bands, sling swivels and US marked buttplate. The left side of the stock wrist is stamped 68. The barrel has traces of blue finish throughout is flecks, fading to a grey. The frame has a mottled gray patina. The stock has some nicks and dings, along with a crack repaired with pins on the top and bottom tang on the right side. The bore is in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

393 Model 1870 Springfield Altered Sharps Rifle With Bayonet 50-70 centerfire caliber, 35” barrel, S/N C,35842. Left side of frame marked F and C. Sharps Pat. Sept. 12th 1848. The right side is marked R.S. Lawrence Pat. April 12th 1859 and C. Sharps Pat. Oct. 5th 1852. The serial number is marked on the left side of the barrel and on the upper tang. Stock with two barrel bands and has slotted iron ramrod. The left side of the stock has an inspector’s cartouche. Includes bayonet marked A and S. The barrel has a bright silver patina with brown flecks throughout. The frame, breechblock, hammer and lock have a dull silver patina, with some light traces of case coloring remaining in protected areas. The stock has several minor nicks and dings. The upper tang has a slight crack extending through the top screw. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,500 - $3,000 182

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

394 Colt Single Action Army Revolver In Original Leather Rig .45 LC caliber, 7.5” round barrel with early Italicized single line markings, S/N 16611. Original Ivory grips. Included factory letter reads: 45C, Barrel not listed, Stocks not listed. Shipped to Meyer & Geiger Omaha Nebraska. Comes with old leather holster. Revolver has nice sharp lines with good markings, and an even gunmetal patina throughout. Ivory grips show wear around the bottom edge with some age cracks. Holster is very good. This colt certainly has nice Western flavor by being ship to Omaha in 1875. $5,000 - $7,500

395 Colt Single Action Army Revolver In Original Leather Rig .44-40 caliber, 4.75” round barrel, S/N 98912, Etched panel on the left side of barrel Colt Frontier Six Shooter, caliber 44 C.F marked on the left side of triggerguard. Two-line barrel address, three line patent markings. Nickel finish with one-piece walnut grips. In a nice old period leather holster and belt. With factory letter. Revolver retains some of the original nickel finish on the frame. Cylinder has traces of nickel finish. Mostly flaking. Grips are excellent showing some of the original varnish finish. Leather holster is very good. Overall shows even use and a nice cowboy look. $4,000 - $6,500

396 Remington Navy Model of 1870 Rolling Block Pistol .50 caliber, 7” barrel with Remington anchor proof and stamped I over WDW. Walnut grip with boxed cartouche on the left side. Metal has a smooth gray patina. All markings are clear and sharp. Small areas of isolated spots and marks on barrel. Standard address and patents on left side. Inspector FCW stamped under P. Very good, Excellent bore, grips and fore stock show nicks and dings from normal service ware. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

183

397 Remington Model 1871 Rolling Block Pistol .50 caliber centerfire, 8” barrel, no visible serial number. Blue finish barrel with casehardened frame. Walnut forened and grip, with inspector cartouche C.R.S. With some small fading to the finish at the muzzle, otherwise very good to excellent overall condition. $2,500 - $3,500

399 Colt Model 1860 Civilian Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 8” round barrel length, S/N 159566, single line New York barrel address on top of the barrel. Frame is marked on left side “Colt’s Patent” and trigger guard is marked “.44 Cal”. Rolled naval battle scene on the cylinder. Blue finish on the barrel with case colored loading lever, frame and hammer. Iron back strap with brass trigger guard. Ivory grips. The barrel retains some of the blue finish blending with a gray patina. Some salt and pepper pitting near the muzzle. The loading lever, frame and hammer have traces of case color mixing to a gray patina. The back strap has a gray to dark patina. Trigger guard has a mustard patina. Ivory grips have a pleasant yellowing patina. The markings are visible. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,500

184

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

398 Engraved Model 1860 Percussion Revolver .44 cal, 8” round barrel length, S/N 163307 (ca. 1867), single line New York Colt address marked on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent” and trigger guard marked “.44 Cal”. Large open scroll engraving on the barrel, cylinder, frame, back strap, trigger and trigger guard. Blue finish with case color frame. Brass trigger guard and ivory grips. Hints of blue finish blending to a plum patina on the barrel and lever. The cylinder has some areas of blue blending to a patina. The frame and hammer have subtle hints of case color blending with a gray patina. The brass trigger guard has a mustard patina. The ivory grips are good showing age with a yellowing patina. The bore is good and can clean to better. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000

400 Colt Third Model Dragoon U.S. Marked Percussion Revolver .44 caliber, 7.5” octagonal to round barrel length, S/N 16545, single line Colt New York address on top of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked “Colts Patent U.S.”. “M” marked on trigger guard. 6 shot cylinder. Case colored frame, lever and hammer. Blue barrel with brass trigger guard and one piece walnut grips. Cut for shoulder stock. Very sharp and crisp gray gun with very fine salt and pepper pitting on the barrel, frame and cylinder. The markings are sharp and crisp.

The grips are good with nicks and dings consistent with age. Chips to the corner where back strap and trigger guard meet. Good bore. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

401 Engraved Volcanic Lever Action No 1 Pocket Pistol By New Haven Arms .31 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel length, S/N 1018, markings on the barrel in two lines “New Haven Conn.” over patent date. Large open scroll engraving on the frame and back strap. Blue barrel, magazine tube with case color hammer and lever. Large open finger hole lever. Brass frame with varnished walnut grip. The barrel and magazine tube retain some of the blue finish blending to a patina. The frame has a pleasant mustard patina. The lever and hammer have traces of case color in the protected areas. The grips are very good retaining some of the original varnish with minimal nicks and dings. The markings on the barrel are fading but legible. Mechanically good.

The bore is good with strong rifling and some light pitting. $4,000 - $6,000

402 Volcanic Lever Action No 1 Pocket Pistol By New Haven Arms Co. .31 caliber, 3.5” octagonal barrel length, S/N 15, marking on barrel “New Haven Conn. Patent Feb. 14, 1854”. Blue barrel and magazine tube, case color hammer and lever. Brass frame and flat bottom varnished walnut grips with round finger hole lever. The barrel, magazine tube, lever, hammer and trigger are gray with some spotting throughout. A pleasant untouched mellow patina on the frame with some tarnishing. The markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are very good retaining some of the original varnish with minimal nicks and dings. Has a replaced follower.

Mechanically good. Bore is very good. $3,000 - $5,000

403 Factory Engraved Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, Marked R. Ratliff .31 caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 97309. With matching numbers throughout, featuring a punch dot underneath them. The top flat of the barrel is engraved Sam L. Colt in an engraved scroll. The barrel, lever, frame, triggerguard and backstrap all feature illustrious scroll engravings. Hidden among the engravings are engraved canine and eagle heads, along with floral motifs. Five shot cylinder with roll engraved stagecoach scene.

Silver plated brass triggerguard and backstrap, with old ivory grips. The backstrap is engraved R. Ratcliff. Housed in a fitted wooden box with original Colt paper label affixed to the interior. Box includes a cleaning tool, a screwdriver tool, an eagle motif brass powder flask, a Colt’s Patent mold, a tin of Eley percussion caps, and a full compartment of bullets and an extra nipple. Some traces of blue finish remain in protected areas of the barrel. The barrel and frame have a mostly flat grey and plum patina. The silver plating is mostly present on the triggerguard and backstrap, with some brass showing through on the edges. The engravings are crisp and expertly concise throughout the entirety of the revolver. The grips and bore are in very good condition. The mechanics are very good. The interior paper label on the box has some light wear. $4,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

185

404 **Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver belonging to Stanley Stahl Jeppsen .45 caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 288284, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “45 Colt”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Custom engraved barrel, ejector, frame, 6 shot fluted cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard.

Case color frame, hammer and trigger. Custom made checkered walnut grips. History included with this lot.

Stanely Stahl Jeppsen was born in Nebraska to immigrants from Denmark. In his 81 years, Mr. Jepssen was involved in many activities that brought him in contact with many people some of which were famous. He was an expert horseman, a rodeo performer, western cattle rancher, professional football player, movie actor, and involved with mining and real estate. His friends included artist Charles Russell and the Truman Family. His associations included Jim Thorpe, Tom Mix and William S. Hart. This gun retains most of the re- blue finish on the barrel and ejector with some wear to the muzzle. Retains most of the re-blue finish on the trigger guard and back strap.

The cylinder retains some of the blue finish with wear to the edges. Vibrant re-case colored frame and hammer. The grips are very good with minimal wear. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $4,500

405 Colt Single Action Artillery Revolver .45 caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 47596 (not matching which is common with artillery revolvers), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Patent dates in 3 lines on the left side of the frame. “US” marked on the left side of the frame. Cartouche marked on the right grip and “RAC” marked on the bottom of the grips. Henry Nettle marked barrel, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. “DFC” marked frame. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger. Case color frame with walnut grips. Retains a lot of the blue finish on the barrel with wear to the left side exposing gray and muzzle wear. Cylinder shows wear from rotation and to the high edges but retains a strong amount of blue finish. The frame is very good displaying a vibrant case color throughout. The grips are good with nicks and dings consistent with age and use. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $3,500 - $6,000

406 Colt Model 1877 “Lightening” Revolver .38 caliber, 4.5” barrel length, S/N 124849 (visible numbers all matching). 2 line barrel address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Colt D.A. 38”. Left side of frame below the cylinder has the patent date and Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, hammer, trigger, trigger guard and back strap. Case colored frame with black rubber checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo. The barrel and ejector retain some blue that is blending to a patina. The trigger and trigger guard retain some of the blue also blending to a patina. The back of the hammer retains most of the blue. The cylinder retains some of the blue blending to a patina. Some of the case coloring remains behind the cylinder with the remaining blending to a patina. The markings are good. The grips are good with minimal wear. Mechanically good. Bore is very good. $1,000 - $1,500 186

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

407 Factory Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 153173 , single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with the patent date next to Rampant Colt logo. Factory engraving on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder and back strap. Nickel finish with carved bull head ivory grips. This revolver was shipped on January 8, 1894, to Kirk & Patrick Hardware. Comes with factory letter. Retains a lot of the re-nickel finish with wear and flaking on the barrel, cylinder, frame and back strap. Some area of fine salt and peppering pitting on the frame and cylinder blending to a patina. The grips are good with a pleasing yellow patina that show age with nicks and dings. Bore is good. Mechanically very good. $5,000 - $9,000

408 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 91353 (ca. 1883), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame is marked in three lines with patent dates. The frame, cylinder, barrel and top of back strap have New York style engraving. Nickel finish with ivory grips. Comes with factory letter. This gun was one of fifty shipped to Hartley & Graham in New York City on May 4, 1883. Retains most of the re-nickeled finish throughout. The barrel address is fading. The grips are good and show age with a yellowing patina. The bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $3,000

409 Factory Engraved Colt DA Model 1894 .38 caliber, 4.5” barrel length, S/N 71841. Scroll factory engraved nickelplated frame, barrel, triggerguard and backstrap. Gold-plated factory engraved fluted cylinder. Three-line barrel address on top of the barrel and marked “Colt DA .38” on left side of barrel. Blued hammer and trigger. Pearl grips. The barrel, frame, triggerguard and backstrap retain much of the nickel-plated finish with some flaking. On the bottom side of the barrel at the muzzle shows flaking. The cylinder retains some of the gold plating in the flutes and engraved patterns. The trigger and the hammer retain some of the blue finish. Pearl grips are good with a yellowing patina. The bore has strong rifling with some pitting in the grooves. Can clean to better. Markings are good. Traces of nickel finish, with some traces of gold on the cylinder and in the flutes. Factory letter details this revolver as Nickel and Gold plated model 1894 Double action revolver. The factory letter does not mention engraving, however in handling these over the last 45 years this is a factory error.

It is definitely factory engraved. This revolver has never been refinished or played with. It is in untouched condition. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

187

410 Colt Model 1860 Civilian Percussion Revolver With Fluted Cylinder .44 caliber, 8” round barrel length, S/N 5000, single line New York barrel address. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. 6 shot fluted cylinder that is marked “Patented - Sept. 10th 1850”. Silver plated barrel, loading lever, frame, hammer, cylinder and back strap. Silver plated brass trigger guard. Ivory grips. Retains most of the silver plating with some tarnishing. The loading lever and frame have a couple areas of salt and pepper pitting. The back strap has a darkening patina and the brass trigger guard has a mellow patina. The markings are sharp and crisp. The grips have a pleasing yellow patina. Bore is dark and pitted. Mechanically good. $3,500 - $5,000

411 Lot of Two Knights Templar Swords Two Masonic Swords to the Erasmus Family of Wisconsin, father Charles C. Erasmus and son Willis A Erasmus. Father’s (Charles) sword 30.25” gilt etched blade with standard Masonic and York Rite mounts and all brass scabbard, maker-marked Henderson Ames Co. Son’s (Willis) sword 30” gilt etched blade with standard Masonic and York Rite mounts with an all brass scabbard, maker-marked Lilly Ames Co. Excellent. $1,000 - $1,500 188

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

412 Smith & Wesson No.1 Revolver .22 Caliber, 3.25” octagonal barrel length, S/N 94730, single line barrel address on top of the barrel. Blue finish on barrel and cylinder with silver plated brass frame. Case colored hammer and trigger. Rosewood grips. Retains most of the blue finish on the barrel with wear to the high edges and muzzle. The silver plated brass frame has oxidized black. The grips are very good with minimal wear. Mechanically very good. The bore is very good. $1,000 - $1,500

413 Smith & Wesson Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF caliber, 6” octagonal barrel, S/N 8159. Original blued barrel and cylinder, silver-plated frame, blued screws with case colored hammer and trigger. Original piano-finished rosewood grips. Barrel and cylinder retain most of the original blue with some light flaking on the cylinder.

Frame retains most of the silver plate just lightly tarnished. Rosewood grips are excellent. Silver and blue are a rare combination, and seldom seen. $3,000 - $4,000

414 Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson No 2 Old Model .32 RF long caliber, 5” octagonal barrel, S/N 76565. Original nickel finish. One of the most rare 19th Century Smith & Wesson’s to surface in recent years. Gustave Young factory engraved with exhibition-style scroll work on frame, barrel, top strap and cylinder. Ivory grips. This revolver is in outstanding condition. Revolver retains most of the original nickel finish. Ivory grips are excellent. 5” barrels Model 2 Army’s are very rare and even more so when factory engraved.

S. Lewis Hutcheson, W. Tom Lewis, Andrew I. McCroskie, Marvin Lince $10,000 - $15,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

189

415 Smith & Wesson Model 2 Army, aka Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF Long caliber, 4.06” octagonal barrel, S/N 26674. Full silver-plated finish with blued screws and barrel catch. Ivory grips. Revolver retains most of the original silver-plated finish. Blued parts with all of the blue remaining. Ivory grips are excellent. Rare finish rare barrel length, likely provided by the New York City distributor, M. W. Robinson, to fill a client’s special order. $2,500 - $3,500

416 Extremely Rare Dual Panel-Scene Engraved S&W Model One, 1st Issue 5th Type .22 Short RF caliber, 3.18” barrel, S/N 5812. Blued barrel with silver-plated brass frame. Fully engraved with panel scene of dogs hunting on the left side and on the right side a single dog hunting in a field. This is the only known dual panel-scene engraved 1st Model 1st Issue and is pictured in Parsons, 1957: 8. Barrel is very sharp and crisp with all of the blue finish turned plum. Cylinder matches the barrel with an even plum look. Frame is sharp and crisp with traces of the original silver finish. Original mellowed ivory grips are very good. $6,000 - $9,000

190

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

417 Exhibition Factory Engraved .32 Single Action, aka Model 1-1/2 Center Fire .32 S&W caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 3761. Blued top latch, blued trigger. Case colored hammer.

Factory engraved by Gustave Young in the late 1870s, with much coverage on the barrel, frame, cylinder and the backstrap and original pearl grips. Comes with a factory letter. Retaining most of the original nickel, blue and case colored finish. Pearl grips are excellent. The engraving and the extra polished finish is that of a revolver used for exhibition. This is truly an outstanding factory engraved .32 single action Model 1-1/2. $9,000 - $12,500

418 Factory-Engraved S&W Model 2 Army, aka Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF Long caliber, 5” octagon barrel length, S/N 76373. Markings on barrel Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass. Patent dates stamped on the cylinder. Factory engraved, silver-plated finish.

Square butt, walnut grips. Case colored trigger and hammer. This is a very sharp and crisp revolver.

The gun retains all the frame-dated 1863 factory refinished silver-plating that has oxidized nicely. The grips are in excellent condition and retain the original varnished “piano” finish. The engraving is sharp and crisp. Overall condition is superb. $2,500 - $3,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

191

419 Factory-Engraved S&W Model No 1 1/2 Second Issue, aka Model 1 ½ Old Model .32 RF caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 63353. Gustave Young factory engraved in scrolls and stippled background. Nickel finish with rosewood grips. This revolver is very close to being mint. There is only are some minute, very light pitting in the flutes of the cylinder and a little on the underneath of the strap above the cylinder. Overall it retains most of the original nickel finish. The original pianofinish rosewood grips are mint. $2,750 - $3,750

420 Cased Factory Engraved S&W Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF Long caliber, 6” octagonal barrel, S/N 73769. Full nickel plate except casecolor hammer. Engraved in Nimschke, New York open-vine-style with no stippled background. Original pearl grips.

Mahogany partitioned case with red cloth lining. A full box of 32 caliber long cartridges by UMC Co., pink label with green plaid and red paper to seal the box.

This revolver is sharp and crisp retaining all of the original nickel finish. No wear, just lightly dulled, and has never been cleaned or touched. Case is excellent. Pearl grips are excellent, with one small chip that is not noticeable missing on the left grip at the butt. An outstanding set.

Ex Bobby Smith Collection $10,000 - $15,000

192

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

421 S&W Model 2 Army, aka Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF Long caliber, rare 5” octagonal barrel length, S/N 3237. Markings on top of the barrel Smith & Wesson Springfield, Mass. Original blue finish on barrel, frame, cylinder and back strap.

Piano-finish rosewood grips with a square butt profile. Case-colored cylinder-extractor rod and hammer. The rosewood grips are in excellent condition with only minor nicks and dings and retaining the original varnish. The barrel and frame have very light oxidation that blends well with the blue finish. The cylinder has some light oxidation as well. Most all of the original blue remains. Traces of case color on the cylinder pin and hammer with a gunmetal grey patina on these parts. The bore is in excellent condition. Overall condition is excellent. A rare 5” full-blue # 2 Army. $3,000 - $4,000

422 Cased S&W Model 2 Army Nimschke-New York Engraved, aka Model 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF Long caliber, 6” octagonal barrel, S/N 72997.

Fully engraved in Nimschke New York vine-style with no stippled background. Full silver plate with gold-washed cylinder, case-colored hammer and pearl grips. Mahogany partitioned case, maroon cloth lined. Cartridge block has cartridges.

Revolver retains almost all of the original silverplated finish, which has nicely tarnished with a bluegrey appearance. The original gold-wash has faded to only traces. Revolver has a sharp and crisp look.

Pearl grips are excellent. Case has been refinished, the lining appears to be the original with wear from where the revolver has been laying. Overall a very excellent and rare Smith & Wesson revolver, engraved and silver-plated. $6,500 - $8,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

193

423 Cased Nimschke-New York Engraved Smith & Wesson Mod 3 American 2nd Model Single Action Revolver .44 S&W American caliber, 8” round barrel, S/N 31365 “E”. Nimschke-New York-style engraving, shipped to M.W Robinson in New York City. Engraved frame, back strap, butt with border around the serial number, engraved cylinder and barrel. Finish in nickel plating, barrel latch blued, original walnut grips. M.W. Robinson partition case is made of mahogany, lined in red baize cloth. Full box of UMC Cartridge Co .44 S&W caliber American cartridges.

Revolver is very sharp and crisp retaining most of the nickel finish with some areas of thinning on the sides of barrel.

Cylinder retains most of the nickel just lightly dulling. Frame loses some of the nickel finish on the sides. Grips are excellent.

Case is excellent, the inside lining is in excellent condition showing some staining where the revolver has been lying. This is a very rare original engraved S&W American in an even more rare case. $12,500 - $17,500

194

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

424 Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Old Model Revolver .32 RF caliber, 5” octagon barrel, S/N 23865, Blued finish, rosewood grips. case hardened hammer. This gun is in overall fine condition showing the majority of its original blue finish. The bore is fine, the action crisp and the markings are sharp. The grips are also Excellent with the majority of their original varnish remaining. Hammer and and ejector tube retain all of the original bright case colors. This revolver is very rare in a 5” barrel length and is in almost mint condition with just the sligest streak through the cylinder stops. $800 - $1,200

425 Colt SA Six Shooter Revolver .44-40 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 147712. With matching serial numbers throughout. Roll stamped Six Shooter on the left of the barrel. With two line Hartford address stamped on top, and two line patent markings on the frame with rampant colt logo. With worn hard rubber grips. The gun has a flat gunmetal patina, with speckling throughout. The hammer retains some original case coloring.

The frame has a few scratches. The grips are heavily worn. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,000 - $1,500

426 Chicago Protector in Box .32 extra short RF caliber, 1.75” barrel, S/N 7667. Nickel finish with checkered black hard rubber grips. In its original box with cleaning tools. The underside of the box A.G. Alford, Baltimore label.

The box is in very good condition, with edge wear. The pistol has a broken firing pin, but all else is in very good condition. $2,500 - $3,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

195

427 Archive of West Pointer and 7th Cavalryman Col. John M. Johnson, Formerly the property of John Mitchell Johnson (1843-1913), Civil War veteran, West Point Class of 1867 and an officer of the 7th Cavalry under Gen. Custer. Includes a Model 1860 cavalry officer’s saber, 34.5” blade with fullers, etched with military and floral motifs, maker mark and pattern obscured by old surface oxidation. Hilt has brass three branch guard and pommel embossed with an eagle and laurel leaves, grip wrapped in shagreen and brass twist wire. Complete with iron scabbard and brass mounted leather sword hanger. A Model 1860 Field and Staff officer’s sword, 30.25” etched blade named to “Col. J. M. Johnson.”, M. C. Lilly maker mark on the ricasso. Hilt of gilt finished brass with eagle embossed clamshells and “D” guard, leather and wire wrapped grip. Nickel plated scabbard has brass mountings. Insignia includes a pair of gold bullion epaulets with unit number “7” on yellow wool discs and 3” fringe, a pair of cavalry 1st Lieutenant’s gold bullion and yellow wool shoulder straps and a similar pair for a staff officer on dark blue, all housed in a black japanned tin case. Lot further includes 30” x 23.25” framed US Military Academy diploma named to Johnson, frame of dark wood and a leather bound gold embossed covered photo album of the faculty, cadets and

views of the 1867 West Point class containing over 125 pages, most of the cadet portraits are signed. Of special note is a cabinet card photograph of Edward G. Mathey, 7th Cavalry and who, as the commander of the regiment’s pack train, survived the hilltop fight at the Battle of Little Big Horn, signed by Mathey on the reverse. Several other minor documents and a contemporary book Custer in Photographs are also included.

John M. Johnson served in the 20th Iowa during the Civil War. He was appointed to West Point from the field in 1863, graduating in 1867. He fought with the 7th Cavalry under Sully and Custer in the 1868 and 69 campaigns and was present at the Battle of Washita. He resigned from the army in 1871 and held several elected offices and enter the law profession. In 1899 -1900 he was an aide-de-camp to Gen. Thomas and Inspector General of the Colorado National Guard.

Fair to good; the M1860 saber shows age and service wear, the M1860 sword is very well preserved but the reverse clamshell button is missing, the insignia and case are in excellent condition. The diploma has some wrinkles and minor edge wear on the frame, the album cover is cracked on the spine with tape repairs and scoffed on the cover, the contents remain in very good shape. $3,500 - $6,000

428 Colt 4-1/2” Octagon Barrel Revolver, Engraved To G.K.S. .38 rimfire caliber, 4.5” octagonal barrel, S/N 4419. With matching numbers throughout.

Top flat of barrel marked Address Col Saml Colt New-York U.S. America. The loading lever cutout is plugged. Five shot cylinder with stagecoach scene. Blue finish, with casehardened frame and brass triggerguard and backstrap. The underside of the butt is engraved G.K.S. from J.S.W. April 1st 1874. Walnut grips. Much of the original blue finish remains on the barrel and cylinder, with areas of fading. The frame displays very good case colors. The grips and bore are in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500 196

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

429 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44 rim fire caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 404, single line Colt Hartford address on top of barrel. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates.

Trigger guard marked “.44 Cal”. Nickel finish with varnished walnut grips. This is 1 of 6 guns that was in a shipment to Winchester Repeating Arms Co. on May 7, 1880. Comes with factory letter. Very sharp and crisp single action that is blending from a gray to brown patina throughout the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Cylinder shows some wear from rotating and a very fine salt and pepper pitting in the flutes. The frame, hammer, back strap and trigger guard all have a very fine salt and pepper pitting. All markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are very good with minimal nicks and dings. Bore is very good plus. Mechanically very good. $4,500 - $7,500

430 Factory Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 64616, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked in 3 lines with the patent dates.

Factory engraved barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, hammer, back strap, trigger guard and screw heads. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Pearl grips with silver overlays. The left side of the grip has an eagle motif while the right side has a Greek solider motif. This was 1 of 3 guns in a shipment to Simmons Hardware Co. in St. Louis, Mo., on January 27, 1881. Comes with the factory letter. Retains most of the professional re-nickel throughout maintaining very sharp and crisp markings and engravings. The grips are excellent and may have been upgraded. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. $8,500 - $12,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

197

431 Colt Model 1877 Lighting Revolver .38 caliber, 3.75” round barrel length, S/N 1002 (ca. 1877), 2 line Colt Hartford address on barrel.

Left side of barrel marked “Colt D.A. .38” and left side of frame marked with patent dates. “.38 Cal” is marked on the left side of trigger guard. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Nickel finish with blue trigger and checkered walnut grips. Retains most of the re-nickel finish. Markings are good. Screw heads and trigger retain most of the re-blue finish. The grips are good with minimal wear. The bore has is good. There is some pitting. Mechanically good. $1,000 - $1,500

433 James Reid Pocket Revolver Model No. 2 .32 rimfire caliber, 5” octagonal barrel, S/N 1655.

Straight line frame without barrel ejector. No markings on barrel. With rosewood grips. The bore retains most of the blue finish, with areas of spotting throughout. Most of the finish is worn to the brass on the frame, with some areas of finish remaining in the protected areas. The grips have some very slight handling marks to the edges. The bore is in good condition and could use a cleaning. $1,000 - $1,500

198

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

432 U.S. Marked Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 137561, Sub inspector “K” on all parts, bottom of barrel, P RAC markings, black powder frame with cylinder pin screw in front of frame. Later style ejector head.

Blued barrel, ejector,cylinder, cylinder pin, Backstrap and triggerguard. Case colored hammer and frame. Walnut grips with inspector cartouches. Barrel retains most of the original arsenal blue finish, with some light staining around the front sight. Ejector tube retains most of the original blue finish with some wear to the edges and front of the tube. Cylinder retains most of the blue finish with a streak through the cylinder stops and finish worn on the front of the cylinder. Right side of the frame with sharp and crisp lines with a silvery grey look. Left side of the frame with traces of the arsenal case colored finish. Hammer with most of the case colored finish just slightly fading to a brown. Backstrap and triggerguard retaining most of the blue finish. Grips are excellent with nice feathered grain wood and two crisp cartouches and dated 1891 above the cartouche on the left side of grip. Mechanically excellent with a bright and shiny bore. $8,000 - $12,000

434 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 281540. With matching numbers throughout. Blue finish with casehardened frame and black hard rubber grips with Colt logo. Left of barrel marked Colt Frontier Six Shooter. The bore is in very good condition. Almost all of the blue finish remains, with nearly all of the case coloring present on the frame. Very good overall condition. $2,000 - $3,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

435 P. Webley & Son “WG” Army Model Revolver .455/476 Webley caliber, 6” barrel, S/N 17320. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel marked P. Webley & Son London & Birmingham, with “WG” Army Model near the top break. Also marked with a hand etched broad arrow inside a C. Blue finish with checkered wooden grips.

The bore is in excellent condition. The finish is slightly worn on the flat areas of the barrel and around the grips. Cylinder with some handling marks. The grips are in good condition. $1,200 - $2,200

436 Webley & Scott RIC Model 83 DA Revolver .455/760 Webley caliber, 2.5” barrel, S/N 74751. Top flat of frame marked George Gibbs Corner St. Bristol. Left of frame with flying bullet logo over Webley’s Model 83 5 Shot R.I.C. Barrel, cylinder and frame with several other proof marks. Blue finish with checkered wooden grip. The bore is in very good condition. Most of the finish remains, with some light wear to part of the barrel and frame. The main spring is broken. The grips are in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

437 Webley Mark II Cutaway Revolver .455 Webley caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 43720. With matching numbers throughout. Parts marked with broad arrow. Left of frame marked Webley Patents Mark II. Barrel, cylinder and frame with other proof marks. Blue finish, with checkered hard rubber bird’s head grips. The bore is in very good condition. Almost all of the finish remains, with some light wear to the cylinder from use. The grips are slightly worn, but in good overall condition. $1,000 - $1,500

438 **Model 1899 Army Smith & Wesson Revolver .38 caliber, 6” round barrel, S/N 19321. Marked on the butt U.S. Army Model 1899. Blue finish, checkered walnut grips. With lanyard ring. Retaining most of the original blue finish with some wear around the muzzle. The name “ASHBY” lightly scratched into the right side of the frame. Grips are excellent with “KSM” and “JTT 1901” on each side of the grip. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

199

439 Antique Sawn Off Shotgun Used By Sheriff Frank M. Canton Of Johnson County Wyoming 20 gauge, 8.5” barrel length, 16.25” total length, S/N 8668, “Parkhurst” marked on left side lock.

Right side lock marked “Machine Made”. Damascus barrels with checkered walnut pistol grip and forearm. The pistol grip is decorated with metal beads leading from the right lock to the butt of the pistol and around to the left lock. Comes with custom made leather holster which is decorated with large brass beads. This lot also comes Hiatt’s Best handcuffs marked “Warranted Wrought” next to “46”. Marked on the adverse side “K.C.C.”. Historical document from the Texas Collectors Research Historical Society and the book The Old West, The Gun Fighters by Paul Trachtman comes with this lot.

Frank M. Canton was the alias for Joe Horner, born in 1849, the son of a Virginia doctor. By the age of 26, Joe was wanted on several counts of rustling, bank robbery and assault. In a Texas Saloon in 1874, he had an altercation with several US Calvary men which lead to the death of

one and he soon fled the state of Texas. After his disappearance from Texas he later surfaced as Frank M. Canton. Not only did Frank change his name but he also changed his role in the law.

He became sheriff of Johnson County, Wyoming fighting in the Johnson County War. Frank at one point served under the “Hanging Judge” Isacc Charles Parker of Fort Smith, Arkansas.

During this time he helped dismantle Bill Doolin’s gang and outdrew Bill Dunn. In later years, he followed the excitement of the gold rush serving as Deputy US Marshall in Alaska. At the age of 78 Frank passed away. He wanted to be remembered as a gun fighter for the law and not his passed altercations with the law. This is all noted on page 215 of Paul Trachtman’s book The Old West, The Gunfighters. All metal surfaces retain little finish. Mostly a gray patina with subtle hints of plum. The pistol grip and forearm show wear consistent with use. The bores are good. Mechanically good. Holster is good leather with some cracking on the front. Handcuffs show a silvery gray to plum patina. The handcuffs do have the key. $2,500 - $5,000

440 Model 1877 Colt Double Action Lighting Revolver In Original Cardboard Picture Box .38 caliber, 3.5” barrel length, S/N 141370 (ca. 1903), 2 line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Colt DA 38”. Left side of frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates next Rampant Colt logo. Nickel finish throughout with black checkered grips. Grips have Rampant Colt logo. Comes in original cardboard picture box and factory letter. This was 1 of 25 guns shipped to Powell & Clement in Cincinnati, Ohio on January 13, 1903. Retains most of the nickel finish throughout with just a little wear on the fluted cylinders and back strap. The hammer retains most of the blue finish. The grips are excellent. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good.

Box is in good condition with some wear to the edges and the upper left corner. $1,500 - $2,000

200

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

441 Colt Round Barrel Pocket Navy With Ejector .38 rimfire caliber, 4.5” round barrel length, S/N 8, single line Colt New York address marked on top of the barrel. Cylinder scene is of a stagecoach hold up. 5 shot cylinder. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder with plated back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and hammer with walnut grips. The barrel and ejector retain some of the blue finish blending to a patina with very fine salt and pepper pitting near the muzzle. The cylinder retains some of the blue finish. The frame and hammer retain areas of case color blending to a silvery gray patina. The trigger guard and back strap retain very little plating with an untouched patina to the brass. The grips are very good with some nicks and dings. Bore has some pitting. Mechanically very good. $2,500 - $4,000

442 Chicago Palm Pistol .32 extra short rimfire caliber, 1.75” round barrel length, S/N 5532, markings on the center of the left grip in a circular motion “Chicago Fire Arms Co.”. The center of the right grip marked in a circular motion with patent dates. Rare blue finish throughout with black diamond design hard rubber grips and grip pad. This palm pistol retains most of the blue finish fading to a plum patina in some areas on the barrel and circular frame. The markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are excellent with minimal wear. The bore is good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,000

443 Factory Engraved Remington-Rider Magazine Tube Derringer .32 rimfire extra short caliber, 3” octagonal barrel length, NSN, 2 line Remington New York address and patent dates on top of the barrel. The barrel has a stipple engraving on the sides and a wave pattern on top. Frame and back strap have a floral scroll engraving on each side.

Nickel finish with rosewood grips. Retains most of the nickel finish with sharp and crisp markings.

The hammer retains most of the blue and the grips are very good with minimal nicks and dings. The bore has some pitting. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,500

444 Colt Richards Conversion 1860 Army Revolver .44 center fire caliber, 8” round barrel length, S/N 2143, single line Colt New York America address on top of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked “Colts Patent”. 6 shot cylinder has a naval battle scene. Nickel finish with carved ivory grips. Left grip has a serpent with “Justice” in a banner. Retains most of the nickel on the barrel and ejector with muzzle wear. The cylinder shows some flaking but the cylinder scene is visible. The frame has some wear near the cylinder blending to a patina. The back strap and trigger guard have been polished and cleaned. The grips are good with a pleasing patina. The bore is good plus. Mechanically very good. $2,500 - $3,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

201

445 Remington Model 1875 With Bridgeport Attachment And Leather Rig Marked Bridgeport 44CFW caliber, 7.5” round barrel, S/N 210. Top of barrel marked E. Remington & Sons Ilion New York U.S.A., Nickel finish with walnut grips. Lather belt with the Bridgeport attachment. The attachment is nickeled and marked Bridgeport G.I. Co Pat MarD. Jan 171882. Nickel finish is peeling and flaking to a brown. Nice even look. Action needs some work. The leather rig shows use.

Overall a very great looking western item. This was sold several years ago through John Gangel.

Has a letter of authenticy from John Gangel. $4,500 - $7,500

446 **Colt Model 1877 Thunderer Revolver .41 caliber, 4.5” round barrel length, S/N 140355 (ca. 1903), 2 line Colt Hartford barrel address. Left side marked “Colt D.A. .41”. Left side of frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, fluted cylinder, hammer, trigger guard, trigger and back strap. Case color frame with black checkered grips. Grips have Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. Retains most of the blue on the barrel however the barrel has been cleaned and touched up around the caliber markings.

The ejector retains some of the blue blending to a patina. The cylinder, trigger and hammer retain some of the blue finish with some very fine salt and pepper pitting. The trigger guard retains some of the blue blending to a patina. The frame retains some of the case color with some fine salt and pepper pitting. Grips are very good. Bore is good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,500

447 Factory Engraved New Haven Volcanic Arms No. 2 Navy Pistol .41 caliber, 6” octagonal barrel length, S/N 2054 (both grips match), markings on top of barrel “New Haven, Conn.” over “Patent Feb. 14, 1854”. Factory open scroll floral engraving on the frame and back strap. Blue barrel, magazine tube with case color round finger hole lever and hammer. Brass frame and back strap with factory ivory grips. An estimate quantity of around 300 were produced (Page 305, Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firarms and their value 9th edition by Norm Flayderman).

Ivory grip guns with engraving or a presentation inscription were given to Company Officers or people that could increase sales for Volcanic Arms. The serial number range of these guns are near 2067. Serial Number 2067 is a well known gun that was presented directly to Tyler Henry (Page 22, The Winchester Book by George Madis). A very old dull re-bluing which could possibly be period on the barrel and magazine tube. Very well done maintaining the integrity of the lines. The brass fame has a nice untouched mustard patina. The markings and engraving are sharp. The hammer and lever both retain dull but visible case coloring. The grips are good with a yellowing patina and minor nicks and dings. Mechanically excellent and bore is excellent. $8,000 - $12,000 202

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

448 Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 67028, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “45 Colt”. Left side of frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates. Shipped in the soft from the factory to Hartley & Graham. Engraved on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Nickel finish with gold plated 6 shot fluted cylinder. Checkered ivory grips with Eagle motif on the right grip. This was 1 of 5 guns in this shipment to Harley & Graham on May 2, 1881. The nickel is flaking exposing a silvery to gray patina on the barrel, ejector, frame, back strap and trigger guard. The cylinder has traces of the gold plating in the flutes blending to an overall silvery gray patina. The markings are very good. The grips have a pleasing yellow patina. The bore is good and can clean to better.

Mechanically excellent. $7,500 - $10,000

449 Engraved Hopkins & Allen Revolver .32 caliber RF, 2” octagonal barrel, S/N 1596. Engraved in New York style, with pearl grips. All metal is sharp and crisp with light brown patina. Engraving is very good. Pearl grips are very good with no chips. The front blade sight is not present. $1,000 - $1,500

450 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 24685 (Ca. 1876), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Blue finish with ivory grips. Mostly a gray patina throughout with salt and pepper pitting on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder and back strap. The cylinder lock needs a little work. The grips are good with a yellowing patina. The bore is good. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

203

204

451 Colt Cop & Thug Revolver .38 caliber, 4.5” round barrel length, S/N 14825, 2 line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel.

Left side of the barrel marked “New Police 38”. Left side of the frame marked “.38 Cal”. Blue finish throughout with black checkered grips. Grips marked “Colt” at the top of each side. Bottom of the grips have a cop and thug motif. Very good untouched revolver with lots of original finish bleeding through with a plum patina. The grips are very good with minimal wear. Bore is good plus.

Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,000

452 Factory Engraved Colt New Line Revolver 22 caliber, 2.4” Round barrel with flats, S/N 32333, nickel finish with engraving. Original Pearl grips. Left flat of barrel marked Colt New 22. Retaining most of the original nickel finish with some wear to the high lines. Engraving is sharp and crisp. Grips are excellent. Hammer and trigger retaining most of the high blue finish. Excellent overall. $1,000 - $1,500

453 Chicago Palm “Protector” Pistol .30 caliber, 1.75” round barrel, S/N 17002, retains most of the nickel plated finish, engraved barrel and 7 shot cylinder, checked hard rubber grips. Obverse marked “THE PROTECTOR” with patent dates, reverse maker marked “CHICAGO FIRE ARMS CO. / CHICAGO, ILL.” Good; bore has strong rifling but needs cleaning, finish has small areas of wear and minor spots of oxidation, obverse cylinder grip cracked. $1,500 - $2,000

454 Remington Model 1871 Army Pistol .50 caliber, 8” round barrel, marked Remington Ilion, N.Y. on the left side of the frame, blue barrel, case colored frame. Walnut forearm and grips with a crisp inspector’s cartouche.

Barrel retains most of the blue finish. Frame retains most of the slightly dull case colored finish.

Screw heads with most of the blue finish. Grips have a nice mint cartouche. Excellent bore. $1,500 - $2,500

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

455 Smith & Wesson New Model 3 Target Revolver .44 S&W Russian, extra long 7.5” special order barrel, S/N 33218. Top of barrel is marked in a single-line address, Smith & Wesson Springfield, Mass. U.S.A. With special target sights, blue finish, case colored hammer and triggerguard. S&W hard rubber grips. Barrel retains most of the original bright blue finish with some wear on both sides of the barrel. Cylinder still retains some of the blue blending to a plum patina. Hammer and triggerguard retain most of the case colors just lightly fading. Bore is dirty, will clean to better. $2,000 - $3,000

457 Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army Revolver Marked Ainsworth .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 9355 (matching), single line Colt Hartford address marked on top of the barrel in italic font. Left side of frame marked with patent dates next to “US”. Under the barrel is marked “P” and “A”. There is a “C” marked on the inside of the frame below the sighting notch. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and hammer. Walnut grips. The barrel and ejector have some finish particularly in the protected areas blending to a patina. Some muzzle wear. The cylinder has some finish in the flutes but has wear to the edges and cylinder from rotating. The frame and hammer have a modeled gray patina. The grips are good with wear consistent with age and use.

Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting in the grooves. Mechanically very good. $4,000 - $6,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

456 Pinfire Ring Pistol 3mm caliber, .5” barrels, iron and silver frame, Case maker marked G. Cornell & Sons Ltd. This item dates to third quarter of the 19th century. French made of darkened silver and blued iron; marked “Le quatre morts” which translates to “The four deaths” at the reverse with leaf-shaped frames. Four-shot cylinder shaped as a four-leaf clover.

The ring is kept inside its small case with gilt-edged leatherette covering, lined at the inside with blue velvet.

Complete with a miniature screwdriver.

Very good with very good bores. Retains most of the original fired blued finish. $1,500 - $2,000

458 Colt Single Action Army Revolver, with Factory Letter .38 W.C.F. caliber, 5.5” barrel, S/N 142654. With matching numbers throughout. Single line Hartford address on barrel, along with caliber. Left of frame with 71, 72 and 75 patent dates and rampant colt marking. With rampant colt hard rubber grips. Includes factory latter. The barrel has a mottled plum and gray patina, with some small areas of original blue finish showing on the ejector rod and under the barrel. The frame also has a mottled gray and plum patina, with minuscule traces of case coloring showing on protected areas of the frame and part of the hammer. The rubber grips are worn from use. The bore is good and could clean to very good. The mechanics are very good. $1,800 - $2,800 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

205

459 Smith & Wesson No. 2 Old Model Revolver .32 rimfire long caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 78443. Center rib of barrel marked Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass. Patent dates marked on the cylinder. Blue finish with rosewood grips. The original blue finish remains on a majority of the revolver, with areas of light wear showing mainly on the sides of the barrel. The cylinder has a dark and faded patina. The grips have some light nicks and dings but are in good condition. The bore is in very good condition and the mechanics are excellent. $1,250 - $2,500

461 Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter DA Revolver .44-40 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 19839. Barrel with two line Hartford address, and Frontier Six Shooter etched on the side. Caliber marked on the triggerguard. Nickel finish with oval rampant colt hard rubber grips. The barrel retains a majority of the nickel finish and has some scratches, with an area of flaking at the muzzle. The frame and cylinder also retain most of the nickel, and have areas of flaking and fading, mostly on the sides and on the gripstraps. The grips are worn from use. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,500 206

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

460 Engraved Merwin, Hulbert & Co. Pocket Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 3.25”Round barrel, S/N 4193. With matching serial numbers. Left of barrel with Hopkins & Allen Mfg. Co. Norwich Conn. markings with patent dates. Left of frame marked Calibre Winchester 1873 below the cylinder. Right side marked Merwin, Hulbert & Co. N.Y. Pocket Army. The barrel and frame feature engraved floral motifs and punch dot patterns throughout.

Metal is very sharp and crisp with some traces of nickel finish in the protected area. Some staining and light pitting. Original pearl grips have some wear with some very tiny chips out along the top of grips. Bore is good will clean to better. Mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

462 Colt Model 1878 DA Revolver With 7 1/2” Barrel, with Factory Letter .45 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 10130. With matching serial numbers. Barrel with single line Hartford address. Caliber marked on the left of the triggerguard. Nickel finish, with rampant colt hard rubber grips. Includes factory letter. The barrel shows about half of it’s nickel finish, with several areas of flaking and fading to a dull silver. The ejector housing has almost all of its original finish.

The frame has a majority of the original finish remaining, with some areas of flaking and speckling.

The cylinder has original nickel mostly in the protected areas, with flaking to some areas. The finish is faded at the interior grip. The grips show an age crack to the right side, but are in otherwise good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,500 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

463 Colt Model 1878 Frontier Six Shooter DA Revolver, with Factory Letter .44-40 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 23553. With matching serial numbers. Barrel with two line Hartford address, and the side stamped Colt Frontier Six Shooter. Rear left of frame stamped with rampant colt logo. Nickel finish, with hard rubber oval rampant colt grips. Includes factory letter. The barrel is bare of the finish, with only the ejector housing having all of its nickel remaining. The rest of the revolver shows intermittent patches of nickel finish, with areas of flaking and fading to a grey and silver color. The grips are worn from use. The bore is good and will clean to very good. The mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,500

464 Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 152740. Barrel with two line Hartford address and Colt Frontier Six Shooter on the left side. Left side of frame with 71, 72 and 75 patent dates and rampant colt logo. With wooden grips. The barrel has a mottled plum and bluish-gray patina. The frame and hammer have a mostly gray patina, with small faded traces of blue finish remaining. The triggerguard and backstrap have a blueish plum patina. The grips have a few nicks or dings but are in good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

465 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .38 W.C.F. caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 169264. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel with one line Hartford address, and caliber marked on the left. Left of frame with 71, 72 and 75 patent dates with rampant colt logo. Originally finished in nickel, with rampant colt hard rubber grips. The barrel has a dark plum patina, fading to a gray at the muzzle. The ejector housing has most of it’s original nickel finish remaining. The frame has some small traces of nickel finish remaining, but has a mostly gray patina, as does the cylinder. The backstrap and triggerguard also have small areas of nickel, with a mostly grey patina. The grips are worn from use. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

466 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 149321. With matching numbers throughout. Two line Hartford address on barrel, along with caliber. Left of frame with 71, 72 and 75 patent dates and rampant colt marking. Nickel finish, with rampant colt hard rubber grips. The nickel finish is present on parts of the barrel and ejector rod, with several areas of flaking. The cylinder, frame, hammer, triggerguard and backstrap all display several patches of nickel, with a shiny finish underneath. The grips are worn from use. The bore is good and will clean to very good.

The mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

207

467 Reid Revolver With Knuckle Ring .32RF caliber, 2” round barrel, S/N 18384. Nickel finish throughout with scroll engraving on the frame. Barrel marked “Reid’s New Model .32”. “My Friend” roll engraved on grips and frame. The gun has been cleaned but evidence of pitting still on the frame. Cylinder hand is frozen forward. $1,500 - $2,500

469 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 54383, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates. 6 shout fluted cylinder. Case color frame, lever and hammer. Blue barrel, cylinder and ejector with walnut grips. The barrel, ejector and cylinder all have traces of finish that is blending to a plum patina with wear to the edges and muzzle. The frame, hammer and lever have traces of case color blending to a darker plum patina. The grips are good with a chip to the lower left grip. The bore has salt and pepper pitting throughout. Mechanically needs a little work. Timing seems to be off. $3,000 - $5,000

208

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

468 Factory Engraved Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver .36 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 14498E. With matching numbers throughout, and with a stamped E. The barrel features the one line Colt New York U.S. America markings. All parts feature detailed scroll and vine engravings. The cylinder features a light roll engraved naval scene. With engraved brass triggerguard and backstrap. The wooden grips are likely an old replacement for ivory grips. All metal parts (with the exception of the brass) have an even flat gray patina. The cylinder has one very small area of stain to the patina, with the roll engraved scene present, but slightly faint.

The brass has one or two areas of light silver plating, but are mostly bare of silver. The grips are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $4,000

470 Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver .44 caliber, 8” round barrel, S/N 8735, single line Colt New York address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. 4 four screw frame that is cut for stock with Naval battle scene on the cylinder. Blue barrel and cylinder with case color frame. Brass trigger guard with walnut grips. Cartouche marked on grips. Barrel has been chemically enhanced that shows a plum patina. Cylinder is grey with some of the cylinder scene visible. Sub-inspectors initials are clear. Frame has a silvery gray patina . Grips still show a visible cartouches but do show age with nicks and dings. Top right grip does have a deep chip. $1,750 - $3,000

471 Colt Single Action Army Revolver, with Factory Letter .44-40 caliber, 4.75” round barrel, S/N 132910 (ca. 1890), Colt two-line barrel address on top of the barrel.

Left side of the frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates. Blue barrel and cylinder,. Frame and hammer are cased colored. Black checkered grips have a Rampant Colt logo on the top of each side and eagle motif on the bottom. Includes factory letter. All metal has nice even look with a grey to brown patina mixing with some pitting. Markings are clear and grips are worn. Bore is good will clean to better. $2,000 - $3,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

472 Model 1892 Springfield Krag Rifle Altered to a Model 1896 .30-40 Krag cal., 30” round barrel with 1896 rear sight, S/N 6471, receiver dated “1894” and arsenal marked, bolt finish still mostly bright. Walnut stock with a long hand guard and an “1895” dated cartouche. Very good; bore dark but with strong rifling, barrel and receiver retain most of the original arsenal finishes. Stock has moderate service wear. $1,500 - $2,000

473 **Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifle .30-40 Caliber, 30” round barrel with 1901 pattern rear sight, S/N 472138, receiver has model and arsenal markings, bolt in bright white finish. Walnut stock with “1903” dated cartouche. Very good to near excellent; bore with very strong rifling. Barrel and receiver have most of the original arsenal finishes, stock show very little wear with crisp cartouche. $1,500 - $2,000

474 Krag Model 1896 Rifle 30-40 Krag caliber, 30” barrel length, S/N 40008. Stock has crisp cartouche “JSA 1896” and “P” in oval behind trigger guard. Blue finish with walnut stock. Very good. Great wood with sharp edges and crisp lines. Markings are crisp. Retains most of the original blue finish. Bore is very good. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

209

475 Sharps New Model 1869 Sporting Rifle .44-77 caliber, 26� octagonal barrel with the early Hartford collar. S/N CL134, marked on the top flat near the breech calibre, new model 1869 then right at the collar 20. Just froward of the point off of the fancy rear sight marked in three lines: Sharps Rifle Manufu Co Hartford Conn. These markings were set to accommodate this fancy rear barrel sight. A custom rear barrel sight probably made

by Kellogg. Front folding globe sight with line up markings. Double set triggers. Fancy walnut stock with pewter tip forearm.

Accompanying this lot is a factory letter from W.S. Peace which gives a history of this unique sporting rifle based on the serial number. Serial number CL134 is noted in the Sharp’s record as serial number 150134 and was done so based on the company wanting to designate a departure from percussion and percussion conversions using Roman numerals CL to represent 150 thousand. This sporting rifle was sold on June 22, 1870, to A.A. Kellogg of New Haven, Ct. as a sporting octagon rifle. As stated in this letter this is one of the scarcest being around 100 rifles produced. Barrel retains all of the bright original blue finish. Very little wear along the high edges. Fancy rear sight retains most of the bright blue finish. All of the screw heads with extra polished blue. Frame retains all of the case colored finish. Lockplate and hammer retains all of the case colors with just a little light brown freckling on the back of the lockplate. This does not distract and very difficult to see. Lever and lower trigger plate retains most of the case colors just light fading on the back of the trigger plate and bottom of the lever. Stock and forearm are excellent with very few nicks and dings and a nice untouched feathered look to the wood. Very nice opened-grained. The pewter tip has nice untouched patina. Bore and chamber is just like new.

Overall this rifle has a mint untouched look. $50,000 - $75,000

Left Side

Details 210

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

476 **Springfield Model 1898 Krag Rifle .30-40 Krag cal., 30” round barrel with M-1901 4th type rear sight, S/N 403992, receiver with model and arsenal markings, bolt in slightly aging bright finish. Walnut stock has a crisp “1902” dated cartouche. Very good; bore good with strong rifling. Barrel and receiver retain most of the original arsenal finishes. Stock shows very little service wear and the cartouche is crisp. $1,500 - $2,500

477 Marlin-Ballard No. 8 Union Hill Rifle, Marked Wm. E. Sargent, Thetford, Vt .38-55 caliber, 30” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 19134. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Barrel with windgauge globe type front sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight with caliber marked at the breech. The left side of the nickel frame is marked Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven CT U.S.A. Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5 1861. With Vernier tang peep sight and double set triggers. With fancy grain special order non checkered pistol grip stock with a raised cheekpiece and nickeled Swiss style buttplate. The shoulder area of the buttplate is engraved Wm. E. Sargent, Thetford, Vt. According to John Dutcher, this is the earliest No. 8 known to exist. On page 271 of Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle, he lists one that is numbered 2 higher than this that he claims to be the lowest ever seen.

The barrel has most of its original blue finish remaining, with some insignificant scuffs and light areas of fading. The frame and lever retain almost all of their original nickel finish with one or two minor spots. The buttplate has some light areas where the nickel is worn to the brass, mostly on the end knobs. The stock is in excellent condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,500 - $3,500

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

211

478 Pair of Brown Deluxe Grip Extractor Sporting Rifles With Consecutive Numbers, RARE .44 caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 20341. With all matching numbers. The top panels of the frame feature scroll and dot engravings, along with the serial number. The left side of the frame is marked Brown Mfg. Co. Newburyport Mass and Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. Both sides of the frame feature detailed vine and dot engravings, with the left side having an engraved buck hidden in the vines. The right side features blank scroll in the middle of the engravings, suggesting something was to be added later. With fancy grain walnut checkered stock and forearm. With rear tang peep sight and sling swivels on the underside of the barrel and stock.

The crescent buttplate, lever and forend each feature areas of the same vine and dot engravings that appear throughout the rifle. .44 caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 20342. Also with all matching numbers. The top panels of the frame feature scroll and dot engravings, along with the serial number. The left side of the frame is marked Brown Mfg. Co. Newburyport Mass and Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861.

Both sides of the frame feature detailed vine and dot engravings, with the left side having

an engraved hunting dog in a circle with an ivy border. The right side features blank scroll in the middle of the engravings, suggesting something was to be added later. With fancy grain walnut checkered stock and forearm. With rear tang peep sight and sling swivels on the underside of the barrel and stock. The barrel also has a three leaf folding rear sight. The crescent buttplate, lever and forend each feature areas of the same vine and dot engravings that appear throughout the rifle.

Both of these rifles feature a unique grip shell extractor on their frames, found only on early production Brown rifles. Less than fifty of these are known to exist. Engraved pre Marlin-Ballards are very rare, and this likely the only consecutive serial numbered matching pair known to exist.

S/N 20341 - The barrel has nearly ALL of its original blue finish remaining, with one or two insignificant scuffs. The frame and lever have an even gunmetal patina, with light traces of case coloring remaining. The breechblock and hammer have good case coloring showing. The stock and forearm have one or two nicks or dings, but are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent.

S/N 20342 - The barrel has nearly ALL of its original blue finish remaining, with one or two insignificant scuffs. The frame and lever have an even gunmetal patina, with light traces of case coloring remaining and some areas of spotting. The breechblock displays strong case colors. The stock and forearm have one or two nicks or dings, but are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $10,000 - $15,000

Left Sides

212

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

479 Late Model Marlin-Ballard No. 7 Long Range Rifle .45-100 caliber, 34” octagonal barrel, S/N 28676. All matching numbers throughout. The barrel features a windgauge globe and spirit level front sight, with caliber markings at the breech. The top flat panels of the frame feature scroll engravings with an engraved heart pattern border. The left side of the frame is marked Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven CT. U.S.A. / Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. The left side of the frame features an engraved bear in a circle, surrounded by flowing scroll engravings with an engraved heart pattern border. The right side features an engraved buck in a circle, surrounded by flowing scroll engravings with an engraved heart pattern border. A long range Vernier peep sight is mounted on the tang. With select grain pistol grip stock with deluxe checkering and a horn insert in the underside of the the pistol grip. The butt has a high heel and a checkered steel shotgun type buttplate. The forearm features deluxe checkering with a tapered horn forend.

This exact rifle is pictured on page 267 of John T. Dutcher’s book Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle and is mentioned on 239.

The barrel retains nearly all of its original blue finish with some thinning at the barrel edges. The frame retains most of its case colors, with some areas of flat gray in the flat sides. The stock and forearm have some minor nicks and dings but is in very good overall condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $12,000 - $15,000

480 Marlin-Ballard No. 2 Deluxe Sporting Rifle, Made For Henry Slotterbeck, Los Angeles .32 long caliber, 30” octagonal barrel, S/N 19545. With all matching serial numbers throughout. The barrel features a combination Beech type front sight with an adjustable buckhorn rear sight, and caliber markings at the breech. The center flat is engraved Made For H. Slotterbeck Los Angeles. The left side of the frame is marked in three lines, Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven CT. U.S.A. / Patented February 9, 1875 / Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. The top panels of the frame feature scroll engravings with heart pattern borders. The left side of the frame features an engraved bear standing on its legs in a menacing pose. The right side features an engraved buck. Both engravings appear in a circle, surrounded by scroll engravings, with an engraved heart pattern border surrounding the sides of the frame. The frame has a mid range Vernier tang peep sight, a ring shaped lever and double set triggers. The fancy grain stock and forearm feature deluxe checkering, a tapered horn forend and a Swiss style buttplate.

Henry Slotterbeck (1837-1888) was a German gunsmith who emigrated to the states around 1850. He worked for Deringer in Philadelphia for some years before moving to Los Angeles.

The No. 2 is rarely seen with deluxe engraving. This was special ordered from Ballard.

The barrel has a mostly blueish plum patina. The frame has a mostly flat gunmetal patina, with some dark areas near the breech and towards the buttstock. Some case coloring remains in some protected areas. The stock and forearm have some slight nicks and dings but are in good condition. Almost all of the nickel plating is worn off of the buttplate, with some light traces showing in the brass. The mechanics and bore are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

213

Left Side

481 Stevens Pope Model 47 Rifle Belonging To Capt. Bradley Bartlett .22 Short Caliber, 26.25” barrel, Checkered Walnut Schutzen style stocks, S/N 11555, Stevens-Pope model 47, built on a 44 1/2 frame, Stevens Scope. Also accompanying this rifle is an affidavit that reads: I make the following statement; The Model 47 Stevens-Pope rifle S/N 11555 was a special order made by Stevens for Captain Bradley Bartlett, It was owned by Captain Bartlett until his death when it came into my possession. I sold it to William E. Doskocz in 1964. I am the daughter of Captain Bradley Bartlett, Signed; Florence Bartlett Mecusker. Also with rifle is a copy of a show leaflet for Captain Bradley A. Bartlett. billing him as the American Rifle-King. Very good, very good bore, stock show slight dents and dings from years of usage. $4,000 - $6,000

Left Side

482 Marlin-Ballard No. 6 1/2 Rigby Single Shot Rifle .38/55 caliber, 30” round Rigby barrel, S/N 18838. With all matching numbers throughout. Rigby barrel with engraved muzzle and relief raised ribs, each with scroll engravings with the center engraved Ballard in a scroll. The top flat of the frame features scroll engravings with heart motif engravings in the border. The left of the frame is marked with Marlin, New Haven and Ballard’s patent dates. Both sides of the frame featured engraved bucks in an oval surrounded by scroll engravings, encircled by engraved heart patterns in the border.

The fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock features a high comb with a raised cheekpiece. It also features deluxe checkering, a horn insert in the underside of the pistol grip and a nickel plated Swiss style buttplate. The forearm also features deluxe checkering, and has a tapered horn forend. With windgauge globe front sight and rear Vernier tang peep sight. The original blue finish on the barrel is almost entirely present, with only one or two light scuffs. The hammer, lever and frame retain strong case coloring. The stock and forearm have one or two very minor handling marks, and are in very good condition. The nickel plating on the buttplate is worn in areas to reveal the brass underneath. The bore and mechanics are excellent. This is a beautifully engraved single shot rifle, in very good to excellent overall condition. $5,500 - $7,500

214

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

483 Engraved Marlin-Ballard No. 7 Long Range Rifle 44-100 caliber, 34� octagonal barrel, S/N 1714. With matching serial numbers throughout. Front spirit level sight; rear long range tang sight, also numbered to the rifle. Blued barrel with case colored frame breechblock, lever and hammer. Checkered steel buttplate.

Fancy walnut checkered pistol grip stock and checkered forearm with horn tip. A steel plate mounted where the tang sight would be if mounted at the heel of the butt. Frame is engraved with Long range on the right side and Ballard A 1 on the left side. This outstanding rifle is mentioned on page 238 in Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle by John Dutcher. Barrel retains most of the bright blue finish with just a minute hint of wear to the high lines. Frame retains most of the bright case colored finish. Hammer, lever and breechblock retain most of the original case colors. Stock and forearm are excellent. Bore is excellent bright and shiny. This is an excellent example of an A 1 Long Range Creedmoor rifle. $15,000 - $25,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

215

484 The Marlin Firearms Company Advertisement by Philip R. Goodwin 24” x 14” Marlin advertisement The Gun for the Man Who Knows. The Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven Conn, U.S.A. The verse: New Catalogues Now Ready printed in the white log on the bottom left. Bottom right with Forbes Boston logo. Bottom left subtext states Copyright 1905 by the Marlin Firearms Co. Both brass bands are intact. Two light vertical creases from possible folding at one time. Excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

486 Marlin Repeating Rifles and Shotguns Advertisement by Philip R. Goodwin 24.25” x 14” Marlin advertisement for Marlin Repeating Rifles and Shotguns, The Gun for the Man Who Knows. Bottom left with subtext Copyright 1907 by the Marlin Firearms Co. Image appears to be laid down on cardboard. Both brass bands are still intact. $1,500 - $2,500

216

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

485 Marlin Repeating Rifles and Shotguns Advertisement by G. Muss Arnolt 24” x 15.25” Marlin advertisement for the Marlin Repeating Rifles and Shotguns, “The Gun for the Man Who Knows”. Bottom left subtext reads, Copyright 1908 for the Marlin Firearms Company. Red medallion in the print reads, The Sign of a Marlin Solid Top Side Ejection.

Both brass bands are still intact. Six horizontal creases in the image. Bottom right with 1.5” partial tear in the image. Very good. $1,500 - $2,500

487 Marlin Repeaters Advertisement by Rosseau with Original Mailing Tube 20.25” x 16.75” Marlin advertisement for the Marlin Repeaters Rifles and Shotguns with verse in bottom left hand corner Quail Shooting in England. Red medallion in print on bottom left reads The Sign of a Marlin, Solid Top Side Ejection. Subtext reads Copyright 1909 The Marlin Firearms Co. Bottom right of print with Rosseau’s signature and dated 1908. Subtext reads The W.F. Powers Co. NY. Both brass bands are intact. Lot further includes original cardboard tube that this advertisement was originally mailed in. The label on the cardboard tube reads The Marlin Firearms Co New Haven Conn. Tube appears to have been mailed to Davenport, Nebr with typed instructions on the label, To the Postmaster if this Roll Remains Unclaimed and if for Some Reason it Cannot be Delivered Please Notify Us. One nominal light crease, otherwise excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

488 Philippine Insurrection Era Native Miniature Edged Weapon Collection 28” x 19.5”, over 70 detailed miniature pieces including bolos, borangs, krises, spears, axes, arrows, a cannon, shield, clothing and musical instruments representing the craftsmanship of the indigenous peoples of the archipelago. Edged weapons are made with iron blades and bone grips. Other materials include wood, brass, cloth and leather. Items are affixed to a brown velvetcovered wood shield-shaped plaque with carved bone decorative elements. Good. A few items have gone missing over the years and there are some broken pieces. Velvet faded with a small tear. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

217

489 **Model 1899 Springfield Krag Rifle .30-40 caliber, 30” round barrel, S/N 379992. Walnut stock and handguard. First type rear 1901 barrel sight. Barrel retains most of the blue finish. Receiver with a nice mottled grey to blue finish. Stock has a age crack on the right side in the middle of the stock from the buttplate about three inches in. Stock is excellent with nice open-grained look and very sharp and crisp cartouches. $1,500 - $2,000

490 **Model 1892 Winchester Belonging to Wild West Show Sharpshooter T.H. Ford Winchester Model 1892 has a 32-20 caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 262395. Factory letter states the following: Rifle 32 caliber smoothbore, Octagonal barrel, Plain trigger, Checkered Stock with pistol grip, Lyman Jack front sight, Shotgun Butt, hard rubber butt plate with log, Finish: full silver plate, received in the warehouse April 28, 1905, shipped 29 April 1905, returned and repaired on January 27, 1910. Order number 28244.

Thomas Morrow Pringle (1872-1942) was billed as “America’s Greatest Fancy Quick and Trick Wing Rifle and Revolver Shot.” He was born in Portage, Pennsylvania on September 28, 1872.

He was the 7th of 11 children of William Pringle, Jr. (1832-1893) and his wife Margaret (18411920). The paternal Pringle family origins in Pennsylvania can be traced back in time to Thomas’s great-great grandfather William (1745-1829) who immigrated from Scotland sometime after 1760 when he disappears from the record. William and his large family are found in Huntington, a small town in Pennsylvania. Phillip Pringle (1772-1841), William’s son, settled in the village of Portage, PA around 1795 when he established a homestead with his wife, Mary Cable. This homestead is now in the “Pringle Hill Cemetery” where most of the Pringle family gravesites can be found. The Pringle family prospered in the village of Portage. Several generations of the Pringle men owned and operated general merchandise emporium and Thomas M. Pringle’s father William Jr. (1832-1893) was employed with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company.

218

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Thomas M. Pringle disappeared from the Portage area, around 1890 at age 17, after he allegedly stabbed another young man with a pen knife during an argument over a game of ball. He resurfaced in 1895 using T.H. Ford as his stage name with Beveridge’s Montana Wildest West. He also appeared with Texas Jack’s Wild West which toured from 1901-1905. Other shows included Buffalo Bill’s Congress of Rough Riders and Pawnee Bill’s Wild West.

Two quotations relating to T.H. Ford’s good character are referenced in this archive. First, Captain A.H. Bogardus of Buffalo Bill’s Congress of Rough Riders said of T.H. Ford, “He was a member of the Congress of Crack Shots with The Beveridge’s Montana Wildest West season of 1895. He is sober and reliable. I cheerfully recommend him for any exhibition shooting.” May 20, 1895.

Second, G.W. Lillie “Pawnee Bill,” said “I have witnesses the rifle shooting done by T.H. Ford, and I have no hesitancy in saying it is first class and will interest and entertain as well as any act of the kind I have seen.” September 15, 1896.

Thomas M. Pringle returned to Portage, PA after his father’s death to help with the family business. He died October 30, 1942 and is buried in Pringle Hill Cemetery.

Winchester is in excellent condition retaining most of the original factory silver plated finish. Left side of the frame has oxidized black. Barrel and magazine has oxidized black. Stock and forearm retain most of the original varnished finish with some nicks and ding. All copies of literature are available. $15,000 - $25,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

491 **Winchester Model 1892 Lever-Action Carbine Used in 1950’s TV Series “Buffalo Bill Jr.” .44 WCF caliber, 20” round barrel, S/N 670066. Half nickel/half blued finish, wood stocks with “WINCHESTER” plaque inlaid on both sides of the buttstock.

Winchester Model 1892 lever action carbine given by Winchester to production of 1950’s TV “Buffalo Bill Jr.” Descended in the family of the late actor Dick Jones, star of the TV series “Buffalo Bill Jr.” and used by him in the program, now consigned by his estate. Included with this gun are Mr. Jones’ leather gun holster, cartridge belt with prop. cartridges and personalized sterling and 10K gold belt buckle displaying a buffalo’s image and inscribed “Dick Jones.” Also included is a 10X Beaver Stetson cowboy hat with factory marking “Dick Jones” on the inside sweat band. Topping off the lot is a color reproduction of the Dell Comics cover for “Buffalo Bill Jr., Six-guns can’t stop ‘The Black Ghost!’”, showing Jones carrying this carbine and wearing the included gun rig, belt buckle and Stetson hat. Also included is a prop Colt Single Action Revolver used by the stunt man,

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

and a copy of Dell comic book of Buffalo Bill Jr. This Winchester is in overall very good +condition showing considerable original muted blue finish on the barrel and loading tube with the majority of the frosty nickel finish on the receiver and buttplate with scattered small spots of erosion from age.

All metal surfaces are uncleaned. The bore is bright, the action crisp and the markings are sharp. The stocks are good to very good with a pleasing patina and some old scattered mars and scratches from carry and storage. The inlaid “WINCHESTER TRADE MARK” plaques on each side of the buttstock are good to very good with the right side plaque showing remnants of the original red letter coloring.

The accompanying gun rig is in overall worn, but generally good condition with the holster’s single loop displaying an old loss to the tab end of the buckling mechanism for the “loop.” The Stetson hat is in overall very good condition. A nice untouched Model 1892 carbine with history to a TV Western produced during the pinnacle of TV shows of that genre with accessories, all worn by the star of the show and descended directly in his family to consignment. $10,000 - $20,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

219

Detail

492 **Marlin Factory Engraved Third Model 1892 Rifle Belonging To Wild West Show Sharpshooter T.H. Ford Model 1892 Marlin is factory engraved with extra coverage on the barrel and fore end cap.

“B” style checkering. Barrel and magazine retain most of the bright and vivid original blue finish. Round region of the half round, half octagonal portion of the barrel is hand engraved, “Presented by Marlin Firearms Company.” This type of presentation is unique to this firearm by the Marlin Firearms Company. Engraved frame with a panel scene of a squirrel eating a nut on the left side of frame. This firearm comes with a factory letter as well.

Thomas Morrow Pringle (1872-1942) was billed as “America’s Greatest Fancy Quick and Trick Wing Rifle and Revolver Shot.” He was born in Portage, Pennsylvania on September 28, 1782.

He was the 7th of 11 children of William Pringle, Jr. (1832-1893) and his wife Margaret (18411920). The paternal Pringle family origins in Pennsylvania can be traced back in time to Thomas’s great-great grandfather William (1745-1829) who immigrated from Scotland sometime after 1760 when he disappears from the record. William and his large family are found in Huntington, a small town in Pennsylvania. Phillip Pringle (1772-1841), William’s son, settled in the village of Portage, PA around 1795 when he established a homestead with his wife, Mary Cable. This homestead is now in the “Pringle Hill Cemetery” where most of the Pringle family gravesites can be found. The Pringle family prospered in the village of Portage. Several generations of the Pringle men owned and operated general merchandise emporium and Thomas M. Pringle’s father William Jr. (1832-1893) was employed with the Pennsylvania Railroad Company.

Thomas M. Pringle disappeared from the Portage area, around 1890 at age 17, after he allegedly stabbed another young man with a pen knife during an argument over a game of ball. He resurfaced in 1895 using T.H. Ford as his stage name with Beveridge’s Montana Wildest West. He also appeared with Texas Jack’s Wild West which toured from 1901-1905. Other shows included Buffalo Bill’s Congress of Rough Riders and Pawnee Bill’s Wild West.

Two quotations relating to T.H. Ford’s good character are referenced in this archive. First, Captain A.H. Bogardus of Buffalo Bill’s Congress of Rough Riders said of T.H. Ford, “He was a member of the Congress of Crack Shots with The Beveridge’s Montana Wildest West season of 1895. He is sober and reliable. I cheerfully recommend him for any exhibition shooting.” May 20, 1895.

Second, G.W. Lillie “Pawnee Bill,” said “I have witnesses the rifle shooting done by T.H. Ford, and I have no hesitancy in saying it is first class and will interest and entertain as well as any act of the kind I have seen.” September 15, 1896.

Thomas M. Pringle returned to Portage, PA after his father’s death to help with the family business. He died October 30, 1942 and is buried in Pringle Hill Cemetery.

Archive comes with a signed affidavit from Lydia Harris, granddaughter of T.H. Ford, stating “My grandfather was a Sharpshooter with many Wild West Shows, including the Buffalo Bill Wild

220

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

West Show. The Model 92 Winchester 32-20 smooth bore, serial 262395 and Marlin Model 92, .22 caliber, serial 123275 were his personal guns that he used in these exhibitions. His name was Thomas H. Pringle and his stage name was T.H. Ford. His residence was Portage, Pennsylvania.”

Other items in the archive include related factory letters from the Marlin Firearms Company, The Winchester Repeating Fire Arms Company, a certificate to T.H. Ford from the Congress of Crack Shots, T.H. Ford personal envelope with picture and “America’s Greatest Rifle and Revolver Shot” byline, two promotional cards for T.H. Ford addressed to “Fair Managers” from Ira Bloom, Mgr. Ebensburg Agricultural Society. Four cabinet cards: one from Stacy - 5th Avenue in Brooklyn, and three from Brownt Co. of College Hill/Valapariso, Ind . - all with Mr. Pringle staged in trick shooting poses. PLUS, two more contemporary black and white photographs. A typed letter of recommendation from the Johnstown Board of Trade dated “Sept 23, 1896” signed by General Manager N.F. Thompson praising Mr. T. M. Pringle’s performance at the state fair. Archive further includes an inscribed letter from the Ebensburg Agricultural Society dated “Sept 22, 1896” addressed to T.M. Pringle attesting to the good show that he put on. Signed letter from A.H. Bogardus dated “May 20, 1895” putting in a good referral for T.H. Ford for shooting exhibitions. Plus, three brief newspaper accounts relating to T.H. Ford’s shooting exhibitions.

Authentic cabinet card by Pentz Swonds of York, PA of Pawnee Bill and an authentic cabinet card of Capt.

A.H. Bogardus and Sons taken in New York.

Second volume includes: Cemetery records from Pringle Hill Cemetery in Summerhill Township located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania with picture of his Thomas M. Pringles tombstone.

Ancestry printouts from Ancestry.com with genealogy charts and printouts related to the Pringle family forefathers. Some of the information in the second volume is duplicate information that can be found in the first binder.

Further included with this archive is a plaque for the Best Single Weapon Award from the Winchester Arms Collectors Association at the Reno, NV Western Show 2012. The back of the plaque is inscribed in black ink, Big Reno Show 11/15-18/2012 “One Tick ‘92”. Winchester Model 1892 S#262395 DLX, 32-20 Smooth Bore, full silver Trick Shooter: T.H. Ford shipped: 4/29/05 order #7807.

Model 1892 Marlin frame retains most of the case coloring just turning dark. Stock and forearm are excellent with some nicks and dings. $25,000 - $35,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

493 Pabst Brewing Company Presentation Marlin-Ballard No. 9 Union Hill Rifle .32-40 caliber, 30” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 28116. The barrel has a windgauge front sight, with scope block mounts at the rear, and caliber markings at the breech. The tang is mounted with a Vernier peep sight. The left side of the frame is marked Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven CT U.S.A. / Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. With fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock with checkering, a raised cheek piece and a nickle plated Swiss style buttplate. The right side of the butt is adorned with an engraved plaque that reads Presented By The Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewing Co. To The Wallace Gun Club And Won By Horace King - Score 55555. 55555 is a perfect Creedmoor count score. The plaque depicts a gentleman standing with a lever action rifle.

This exact rifle is pictured on page 278 of John T. Dutcher’s book, Ballard; The Great American Single Shot Rifle. The scope mounts are not present in the image in the book.

The barrel retains most of its original blue finish, with thinning at the rear of the round part of the barrel and continuing into the octagonal.

The frame retains most of the case coloring, with some light wear on the right side at the rear. The stock and forearm have some minor handling marks, with some light fading to the checkering at the forarm. The buttplate retains nearly all of the original nickel finish. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $4,000 - $6,000 Detail

Left Side

494 Custom Marlin-Ballard No. 9 Target Rifle By A. Hubalek .22 caliber, 29.5” heavy round target barrel, S/N 33951. The barrel is stamped A. Hubalek Special, and feratures a long hood type front sight clasped to the bore, with a Marble-Goss peep sight attached at the breech. The frame is marked Marlin Firearms Co. Ne Haven CT U.S.A. Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. The checkered pistol grip stock is made of fancy grain walnut, and features a raised cheekpiece and a Pachmayr soft rubber buttpad. The wide target type forend is also made of fancy grain walnut, and is also checkered, with one sling swivel. The barrel, breechblock and lever retain all of their original blue finish. The nickel plating on the frame is mostly worn to a flat dull gray, with some nickel remaining in protected areas. The stock and forearm are excellent. The bore and action are excellent. $1,000 - $2,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

221

495 Winchester Model 1866 Musket .44 rimfire caliber, 27” round barrel, S/N 32223. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings. Serial numbers are visible behind the trigger. With distinctive brass frame and buttplate. Walnut stock and forearm, with checkering on the wrist. Includes leather sling. The barrel has an even blueish plum patina, with the magazine tube having a darker blue patina. The brass has a nice mustard patina, with light areas of scratching on parts of the sides of the frame. The buttplate compartment is empty. Some of the checkering is lightly faded, with the stock and forearm having light handling marks, but in good overall condition. The leather is lightly worn but in good condition. The bore is in good to very good condition. The mechanics are excellent. $5,000 - $7,000

496 Winchester Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Lever Action Rifle .30 W.C.F. caliber, 24” round barrel, S/N 31564. Barrel with Winchester and New Haven markings, along with the caliber at the breech.

With adjustable buckhorn style rear sight. Fancy grain checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm. With Winchester marked gripcap and shotgun style buttplate. The barrel has a mostly blueish plum patina, with more blue showing through in protected areas, along with light fading at the breech. The frame has a faded blue patina, with light areas of streaking and some original blue showing in protected areas.

The lever and hammer show light traces of case coloring in small protected areas. The stock and forearm show light use, but are in very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. The mechanics are very good. $2,750 - $4,750

497 Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle .45-75 caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 47438. Top flat of barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber at the breech. Model 1876 marked on the upper tang, with the serial number on the lower and the caliber on the underside of the brass elevator block. Walnut stock and forearm with crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have a nice even dark blueish plum patina. The frame, hammer and lever have the same patina. The stock and forearm have one or two slight nicks and dings, but are in good condition. The buttplate compartment is empty. The bore and mechanics are very good. $2,500 - $4,000

222

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

498 Winchester Model 1894 Special Order Lever Action Rifle .32 Winchester Special caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 17842. Top flat of barrel with Winchester and New Haven markings, along with caliber at the breech. With double set triggers and adjustable buckhorn rear sight. With checkered pistol grip stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate and Winchester grip cap. The barrel retains most of its original blue finish throughout, with very light fading to the magazine tube. The frame has a grayish plum patina at the breech, fading to areas of original blue at the rear.The hammer and lever have light traces of case coloring remaining, with the buttplate an even gunmetal patina. The stock and forearm have some slight handling marks, but are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good to excellent. $2,500 - $4,000

499 Winchester Model 1866 Carbine .44 rimfire caliber, 20” round barrel, S/N 148498. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings. Brass frame, with saddle ring on the left side. Walnut stock and forearm, with curved profile buttplate. The barrel has a faded plum patina, with brown and grey mottling throughout. The magazine tube has a darker plum patina. The frame has a nice patina to the brass, with one or two tiny scratches.

The buttplate compartment is empty. The stock has an old repair near the buttplate and where it meets the frame. The forend of the forearm has an old repaired crack. Markings have been re-cut and freshened. The bore is in good condition and could clean to very good. The mechanics are good. $4,000 - $6,000

500 Late First Model Winchester 1873 Lever Action Rifle .44-40 caliber, 24” round barrel, S/N 7194. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings. Walnut stock and forearm with crescent buttplate. The barrel has a flat grey patina, with the magazine tube having a faded blue patina. The band attaching the magazine tube is loose on the barrel. The frame has a flat grey patina with very small traces of blue finish dispersed throughout. The lever has even pitting throughout. The stock is repaired, and has two brass ovals with two screws each on either side of the wrist. There is a light trace of a repaired crack on the left side at the rear of the upper tang, extending towards the lower tang. The wood grain also has two filled in areas on the left wrist and the underside of the butt. The buttplate compartment is empty. The bore and mechanics are both very good. $2,000 - $4,000

501 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle .38-40 caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 191532B. Barrel marked with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber near the breech. Model 1873 marked on the upper tang, with the serial on the lower. Caliber markings on the underside of the brass elevator block. Blue finish, with walnut stock and forearm. The barrel and magazine tube have an even blueish plum patina throughout, with light fading on the edges. The frame has an even grey and plum patina, with light mottling in areas and darker blue areas in protected spots. There are small traces of case coloring on the hammer. The buttplate has a mottled plum patina, and the compartment is empty. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings expected with use, and are in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. The Mechanics are very good. $2,500 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

223

502 J.P. Lower, Denver Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle .45-60 caliber, 28” round barrel, S/N 29571. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with caliber at the breech. The barrel is also marked J.P. Lower / Denver Col, behind the adjustable buckhorn rear sight. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. The barrel has a flat gunmetal patina, with the magazine tube having a mottled plum and gunmetal patina. The frame has the same gunmetal patina, as do the hammer, lever and buttplate. The stock has several filled in areas along the upper and lower tangs, and on the wrist on either side. There also appears to be an old crack repair on the right side, arcing from the upper tang out to the lower tang.

The serial number is slightly obscured, but appears to be as cataloged. The bore is in good condition and could benefit from a light cleaning.

The mechanics are good. $2,500 - $4,000

503 Winchester Model 1886 .45-90 Caliber Lever Action Rifle .45-90 WCF caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 115073. Top flat of barrel marked with two line WInchester and New Haven markings, and with caliber markings near the frame. Upper tang marked Model 1886, with patent dates and serial number on the lower tang. With double set triggers and fancy grain walnut buttstock, likely custom ordered. The barrel has a mottled plum and grey patina throughout, with more blue showing through on the magazine tube in protected areas. The forend cap, frame and buttplate have an even grey patina, with light spotting in areas. Some case coloring is visible in protected areas on the hammer and lever. The stock and forearm have some light nicks and dings, but are in good condition. There is a barely visible area of loss to the wood on the left side along the upper tang. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. The mechanics are excellent. $2,500 - $5,000

504 Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Lever Action Rifle .32 caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 132565A. Barrel with WInchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber at the breech. The caliber is also marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. With fancy grain checkered pistol grip walnut stock and forend, with crescent buttplate. The barrel has its blue patina fading towards a plum, with light edge wear. The magazine tube is mottled blue and grey. The frame and buttplate both have a flat grey patina. The checkering on the butt and wrist may have been re-done. The butt has an old repair at the lower rear (made with matching grain wood) and there is also an old repair on the underside of the pistol grip. The bore and mechanics are both good. $4,000 - $7,000

505 Early Sharps Sporting Rifle, with Factory Letter .45 caliber, 24” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 200164. The barrel is marked Old Reliable within a scroll on the round part, with Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport Conn marked on the flat part, with the caliber marked at the breech. The serial number is stamped behind the breechblock. The left side of the frame has a faded 1848 patent marking, with what appears to be stamped A inside of an octagon. With double set triggers. Walnut stock with iron patchbox and curved style buttplate. The forearm features a tapered forend. Includes factory letter. The barrel has a mostly brownish plum patina, fading to a dark gray at the breech. Some traces of case coloring remain on the frame, with the lock and hammer having a dark plum patina. The buttplate is finished bright. The bore and mechanics are very good. $3,500 - $5,000 224

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

506 Spencer Sporting Rifle .46 rimfire caliber, 26” barrel, S/N 309. With matching serial number marked on the underside of the barrel, along with the initials PT stamped. The assembly number 69 is stamped on various parts. The top of the breech is marked Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. Boston Mass.

Pat’d March 6, 1860. The left flat of the barrel has a stamped JB over 3 appearing in an oval. With raised blade front sight and folding rear sight. Walnut stock and forearm, with pewter forend cap. The name A. Jones is carved into the right side of the butt. All metal parts on the rifle have the same gunmetal patina, with mottling on the barrel. The internal components of the lever have strong case coloring. The folding sight is missing its leaf spring. The stock and forearm have some slight nicks and dings, but are in good condition. The bore is in very good condition. The mechanics are excellent. $1,400 - $2,400

507 Winchester Model 1866 Lever Action Rifle .44 rimfire caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 92068. Serial number is marked on lower tang behind the trigger. Barrel marked with WInchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings. Brass forend cap, frame and crescent buttplate. Oil stained walnut stock and forearm.

The barrel and magazine tube have a mottled grey and plum patina throughout. The forend has several dings from use, and the butt is a possible replacement. By removing the crescent buttplate, a cleaning rod compartment is revealed underneath. The bore and mechanics are very good. $6,000 - $8,000

508 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle .44-40 caliber, 24” round barrel, S/N 89779A. With Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings on the barrel. Walnut stock and forearm. Crescent buttplate with cleaning rod head included. The barrel and magazine tube have a mottled plum and grey patina, with a few small areas of shellac on the barrel. The frame has a dark grey patina, with several areas of original blue finish showing in protected areas.

The caliber markings have worn off the barrel and brass elevator block. The stock has a few nicks and dings, with the forearm having an old repair to crack along the underside. The bore is in good condition and will clean to better. The mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,000

509 Winchester Model 1873, Late First Model Carbine .44 W.C.F. caliber, 20” round barrel, S/N 21558. Barrel marked with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, with the caliber at the breech. With checkered oval thumbprint on the dust cover, and a saddle ring on the left side of the frame. Walnut stock and forearm, with curved profile buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have a plum, brown and gray mottled patina. The frame has a brown and gray patina, with the loading port showing some blue finish. Light traces of case coloring remain on the hammer. The buttplate compartment is empty. The buttstock is in good condition, with the forearm having some nicks and dings. The bore is in good condition and could clean to very good. The mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

225

510 Winchester Model 1876 .50-95 Caliber Sporting Lever Action Rifle, with Factory Letter .50-95 WCF caliber, 26” round barrel with a button magazine, S/N 61209. With Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings on the barrel, along with the caliber at the breech. The caliber is also marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. The top of the dust cover is stamped Winchester Express .50 Cal. .95 Grs. Barrel with rear sporting sight. Walnut stock and forearm with sling swivels and crescent buttplate. Includes factory letter. The barrel has a grey patina, with areas of brown throughout. There is a small area of pitting on the underside. The frame, forend cap, hammer, lever and buttplate have all been chemically enhanced. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings and are in good condition. The rear sling swivel needs repair. The bore is in good condition. The mechanics are very good. $5,000 - $8,000

511 Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle, with Factory Letter .40-60 W.C.F. caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 56067. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber at the breech. The caliber is also marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate with cleaning rod present in the compartment. Includes factory letter. The barrel has a mostly plum patina, fading to a grey at the breech. The magazine tube also has a plum patina. The frame has a mottled blue and grey patina, with more original blue finish showing in protected areas and on the underside. The stock is in very good condition, with the forearm having some nicks and dings but in good overall condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $3,000 - $5,000

512 Winchester Model 1876 .45-60 Caliber Lever Action Rifle .45-60 caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 63692. With Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings on the barrel. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. The barrel has a mottled grey and plum patina, with some light streaking. The caliber marking at the breech has been filed down. The magazine tube has a mostly grey patina. The frame has a grey patina, with several areas of original blue showing, mostly in protected areas. Some original case coloring remains on the hammer. The buttplate compartment is empty. Stock and forearm have light nicks and dings and is in good to very good overall condition. The bore is in good condition and could clean to very good. The mechanics are very good. $3,000 - $5,000

513 Winchester Model 1886 .38-56 W.C.F. Caliber Lever Action Rifle .38-56 W.C.F. caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 60360. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber at the breech. With Lyman peep sight on the upper tang. Lower tang with patent dates and serial number. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have a faded plum patina, with some areas of brown and grey mottling.

The frame has a flat grey patina with some streaking. The breechblock and loading port having strong original blue finish.Light traces of case coloring remain on the hammer and lever. The buttstock is in very good condition, with the forearm having some nicks and dings but in good overall condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $3,000 226

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

514 Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle .38 W.C.F. caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 297851B. Barrel with Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings, along with the caliber at the breech. The caliber is also marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate with full cleaning rod in the compartment. The barrel has several areas of dark blue finish, fading to a plum. The magazine tube has a mostly grey and plum patina. The frame has a dark grey and plum patina, with areas of original blue finish showing through in protected areas. The buttstock is in excellent condition. The forearm has a hairline crack at the cap. The bore is very good to excellent. The mechanics are very good. $2,000 - $3,000

515 Winchester Model 1873 .22 Caliber Lever Action Rifle, with Factory Letter .22 Long caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 510488B. With Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings on the barrel, along with the caliber marked near the breech. The barrel and top of the frame at the breech have the Winchester proof marks. The caliber is marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. Includes factory letter. The barrel has a lightly faded blue patina, with some areas of streaking. The frame has a mottled grey and plum patina, with blue showing through in protected areas. The right side appears to have some stains. The walnut stock and forearm have some nicks and dings, but are in good to very good condition. The bore is in good condityion and could clean to very good/excellent. The mechanics are excellent. $1,750 - $3,000

516 Winchester Model 1876 Lever Action Rifle .45-75 caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 37198. With Winchester, New Haven and King’s Patent markings on the barrel. Walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have a dark grey patina, with some plum mottling to the tube. The caliber markings are worn from the barrel and brass elevator block. The frame has a mottled gray and plum patina, with some light areas of blue showing in protected areas. The buttplate compartment is empty. The stock has a light age crack extending from the rear of the upper tang on the left side. The bore is in good condition, and could clean to very good. The mechanics are good. $2,750 - $4,750

517 Winchester Model 1873 .22 Rifle .22 rimfire long caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 560632B. Top flat of barrel with Winchester name, address and patent dates, along with the caliber marked forward of the breech. Model 1873 is marked on the upper tang, with the caliber marked on the underside of the brass elevator block. Walnut stock and forearm with crescent buttplate. The barrel has a nice even blueish plum patina. The frame has a plum patina, with more blue showing through in protected areas. The brass has a nice mustard patina, with clear caliber markings. The stock and forearm have one or two nicks or dings, but they are in good to very good condition. The bore is in good condition, and could clean to better. $3,000 - $6,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

227

518 Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Musket With Bayonet .44 W.C.F. caliber, 30� round barrel, S/N 508188B. Winchester name, address and patent dates are marked on the top of the barrel. The caliber is marked forward of the breech on the barrel, and on the underside of the brass elevator block. Model 1873 is marked on the upper tang. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, sling swivels and casehardened buttplate with compartment for cleaning rod. The cleaning rod is still present in the buttplate. With bayonet. The original blue finish is present throughout almost the entirety of the barrel, and is in very good condition. The frame has most of its original blue finish, with some fading and streaking to the high edges and parts of the sides. The hammer and lever still have strong case colors remaining. The buttplate has bright case coloring, and is in very good to excellent condition. The stock has some light nicks and dings and is in very good condition. The bayonet has some very light oxidization, with the majority having a bright finish throughout. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $4,500 - $6,500

519 Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Rifle .38 caliber, 24� barrel, S/N 207018B. Winchester name, address and patent dates are marked on the top of the barrel. The caliber is marked forward of the breech on the barrel, and on the underside of the brass elevator block. Model 1873 is marked on the upper tang. Walnut stock with casehardened buttplate with compartment (empty). With factory letter. The barrel and magazine tube have almost all of their original blue finish, with one or two light scuffs. The frame has most of its original blue finish remaining, with small areas of streaking and light fading on the sides. The hammer, lever and buttplate all have their original case coloring present, with areas of light fading throughout. The stock and forearm have some light dings and are in good condition. The bore is in excellent condition. $3,500 - $6,000

520 Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Carbine .38 W.C.F. caliber, 20� barrel, S/N 333320B. Winchester name, address and patent dates marked on the barrel. With caliber marking forward of the breech and on the underside of the brass elevator block.Model 1873 marked on the upper tang. With saddle ring on the left side of the frame. Walnut stock with crescent buttplate with the cleaning rod still present in the compartment. With factory letter.

Barrel and magazine tube have a darker plum patina, with traces and flecks of blue finish in some of the protected areas. The frame also has a dark plum finish with traces of blue in protected areas. The brass elevator block has nice crystallization to it. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings, but are in good overall condition. The bore is in very good condition. $3,000 - $4,500

228

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

521 Winchester Model 1876 Late Second Model Carbine .45-75 W.C.F. caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 10218. Winchester name, address and patent dates are marked on the top of the barrel. The caliber is marked forward of the breech on the barrel, and on the underside of the brass elevator block. Model 1876 is marked on the upper tang. Walnut stock and forearm with tapered forend cap, one barrel band and crescent buttplate. Frame with saddle ring on the left side. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, and is in very good condition. The frame has most of its original blue finish, with areas of fading on the sides, underside and dust cover. The hammer and lever have strong case coloring remaining, especially on the lever. The stock and forearm have a few small nicks or dings, but are in good to very good condition. The bore is excellent. $7,500 - $10,000

522 Winchester Model 1876 Third Model Rifle .45-75 W.C.F. caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 62846. Winchester name, address and patent dates are marked on the top of the barrel.

The caliber is marked forward of the breech on the barrel, and on the underside of the brass elevator block. Model 1876 is marked on the upper tang. Walnut stock with crescent buttplate with compartment for cleaning rod (empty). With factory letter. The barrel and magazine tube have almost all of their original blue finish reaining, with light fading to the edges of the barrel. The frame has most of the original blue finish remaining towards the breech, with fading on the top towards the hammer. The hammer and lever show some light traces of case coloring. The stock and forearm have some light nicks and dings, but are in good overall condition. The bore is excellent. $6,000 - $9,000

523 Winchester Model 1866 Third Model Musket With Bayonet. .44 rimfire caliber, 27” round barrel, S/N 32623. With company name, New Haven address and patent dates marked on the barrel forward of the rear sight. Walnut stock with three barrel bands, sling swivels and brass carbine style buttplate. Includes bayonet. The barrel has a nice brown patina. All the brass has a nice, untouched patina with beautiful crystallization. The stock has some small dings from the barrel bands, and a small crack on the underside of the forend from the first barrel band towards the magazine tube. The buttplate compartment is empty. The bayonet has a nice bright and shiny patina. The bore is in very good condition. $3,500 - $6,500

524 Winchester Model 1866 Third Model Carbine .44 rimfire caliber, 20” round barrel, S/N 103372. The barrel is marked with the Winchester name, address and patent dates. Brass frame with saddle ring, and crescent buttplate. Walnut stock and forearm.The barrel and frame have a plum patina, with some fading on the underside of the magazine tube toward the stock. The brass has a beautiful patina to it, and is in very good condition. The buttstock has been refinished. The bore is in very good condition. $10,000 - $15,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

229

525 Rare Winchester Lee Straight Pull Deluxe Sporting Rifle .236 U.S.N. caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 13457. The frame is marked with the company name, address and patent dates. With checkered fancy grain walnut stock, with finger groove and tapered forend. With checkered hard rubber buttplate and gripcap. With factory letter. The original blue finish is present throughout the entirety of the gun and is in excellent condition. The stock may have one or two micro dings, but is in very good overall condition. The bore is excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

526 Sharps Model 1874 Business Rifle With “A” Series Serial Number and Marking .45 business caliber, 28” heavy round barrel, S/N 200198. The barrel is marked with the Old Reliable scroll, company name and address, and forward of the breech. No other markings except for an “A” under the serial number on the receiver. The barrel has a raised blade German silver front sight and a v notch adjustable rear sight. With double set triggers and small metal panel on the wrist of the left of the stock. Walnut stock and forearm. The barrel has an even gunmetal patina, with light traces of blue flecks remaining. The frame, hammer and lock all have the same darker gunmetal patina. The stock has a curious small knot on the right side near the upper tang of the buttplate, but all else is in good to very good condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $2,500 - $4,000

527 U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Carbine .45-70 caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 33973. The breechblock is marked Model 1873 over an eagle head and US. The lock is marked US Springfield 1873 with an eagle motif. Walnut stock with single barrel band, saddle bar and ring and US marked buttplate (compartment empty).

The barrel and breechblock have almost all of their original blue finish. The lockplate has a faded blue patina. The latch on the breechblock needs to be tightened. The carbine is likely a restock, and lacks an inspector’s cartouche and proper buttplate for the serial number. Stock with some small nicks and dings, in good condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500

528 Marlin Model 1891 Deluxe Rifle, Second Variation .22 rimfire caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 103946. Barrel with Marlin, New-Haven and second variation Patent date markings. The top flat of the frame is marked Marlin Safety. With folding combination beech front sight and folding two leaf rear sight. The upper tang features a Lyman peep sight. The rifle features a deluxe checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm, with a case hardened rounded profile buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have nearly all of their original blue finish remaining, and are in excellent condition. The frame has a majority of its original blue finish, with some fading to the top and sides. The hammer and buttplate have most of their original case coloring remaining, with some fading to the lever. The stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000 230

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

529 Marlin Deluxe Model 1897 Late Model Rifle .22 rimfire, 24” round barrel, S/N 365832. Barrel with Marlin, New Haven and patent date markings. Flat top frame, with Marlin Model ‘97 on the upper tang. With a checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm. The stock has a checkered Marlin hard rubber buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have all of their original blue finish remaining. The frame, hammer and lever display strong and vibrant case colors.

The stock and forearm are in very good to excellent condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000

530 Marlin Model 1897 First Model Deluxe Rifle with Scope .22 caliber, 28” octagonal barrel, S/N 219526. With Marlin Firearms Co., New Haven and patent dates marked on the barrel. The magazine tube is of the half length.

The barrel features swirl engravings behind the folding leaf sights at the breech. The top of the is engraved Marlin Safety, and is surrounded by swirl engravings. The frame is case hardened and features an engraved bull and cow elk in an oval, surrounded by intricate scroll engravings. The right side features an engraved bull elk in an oval, surrounded by scroll engravings. The entire frame is bordered with miniature engraved hearts and swirl patterns. The upper tang features an engraved border, and a swirl engraving behind the Lyman peep sight. There is another scroll engraving behind the serial number on the underside of the frame. The pistol grip stock and forearm are made of fancy 3x grain wood, and feature intricate checkering patterns. The lever and forend cap are nickel plated, with the cap having scroll engravings. The Swiss style buttplate is nickel plated brass, and features intricate scroll engravings at the top and on the butt. The rifle includes a Malcolm 10x telescopic sight, serial number 6277 over 4. Mounts are included, but it is unclear if these are the correct ones for this rifle/scope combination. This is very rare rifle to feature .22 short caliber and a Swiss buttplate, and was custom ordered. Barrel and magazine tube retains most of the bright original blue finish. Frame retains most of the original original case colors just very lightly faded. Lever, buttplate and nose cap retains all of the original nickel finish. Stock is excellent retaining most of the original varnish finish. Forearm has darken close to the frame. Bore is excellent. Scope optics are clear and excellent. $6,000 - $8,000

531 Marlin Model 1897 Lever Action Rifle With Threaded Barrel .22 rimfire caliber, 24” round barrel, S/N 252656. Barrel with Marlin, New Haven and patent date markings. The muzzle is threaded for a Maxim suppressor and cap. The rounded top of the frame is marked Marlin Safety, with the upper tang marked Model 1897. Walnut stock and forearm, with checkered Marlin hard rubber buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube retain all of their original blue finish and are in excellent condition. The hammer, frame and lever have almost all of their case coloring remaining and are in very good condition. The forearm and stock have one or two slight nicks or dings, but are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

231

Left Side

532 **Winchester Model 1886 Take Down Deluxe Rifle .45-90 W.C.F. caliber, 26� octagon barrel, S/N 109526. With Winchester address and caliber markings on the barrel. Marked Model 1886 on the upper tang. With fancy grain checkered pistol grip walnut stock and forearm. With double set triggers, Winchester logo hard rubber pistol grip cap and crescent buttplate. Included with the rifle is a letter from the Cody Firearms Records Office. Blued finish Winchester 86 Deluxe rifles are very scarce in this condition. With factory letter. The barrel and magazine tube have all of the original blue finish remaining. The frame has almost all of its original blue finish, with some very light streaks on either side. The lever and buttplate have case colors present, with some fading. The stock and forearm retain all of the original high varnished finish with some slight nicks and dings, but are in good to very good condition The bore is excellent. $10,000 - $16,000

Left Side

533 **Winchester Model 1892 Deluxe Take Down Rifle .25-20 W.C.F. caliber, 24� round/octagonal barrel, S/N 688603. Barrel marked with company name, address, patent dates and caliber, along with Winchester proof mark. Upper tang marked Model 1892 Winchester. With fancy grain checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm. With Winchester logo hard rubbe pistol grip cap and steel crescent buttplate. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, with the exception of a few lightly faded splotches on the underside. The frame has almost all of its original blue finish as well, with light areas of wear n the high edges. The stock and forearm are in excellent condition, along with the bore. $6,500 - $9,500

232

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side Left Side

534 **Winchester Model 1894 Deluxe Takedown Rifle .25-35 W.C.F. caliber, 26� round barrel, S/N 947666. Barrel marked with Winchester proof, along with company name, address, patent dates and caliber. Raised blade front sight and folding two leaf rear sight on the barrel, with Lyman peep sight mounted on the frame.

Upper tang marked Model 94 Winchester with patent dates. Marked with a 7 in a diamond, directly forward of the trigger. Fancy grain checkered pistol grip stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate and Winchester grip cap. All parts retain nearly all of the original blue finish. The fancy grain checkered stock and forearm are in very good to excellent condition. The bore is excellent. $5,000 - $7,500

Left Side

535 **Winchester Model 1892 Deluxe Rifle .38 W.C.F. caliber, 20� round barrel, S/N 688603. Barrel marked with company name, address, patent dates and caliber, along with Winchester proof mark. Upper tang marked Model 1892 Winchester Trade Mark. The rifle features double set triggers. With checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm. With Winchester buttplate and gripcap. The original blue finish is entirely present on the barrel. The frame displays some fading to the underside and edges, along with the top of the bolt. Some strong case coloring remains on the lever. The stock and forearm have some nicks and dings but are in good condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $3,000 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

233

Left Side

536 **Winchester Model 1886 Lever Action Carbine .45-90 W.C.F. caliber, 22” round barrel, S/N 127890. Barrel marked with Winchester company name and address, with the caliber forward of the breech. No barrel proofs, which did not begin until 1904. The model is marked on the upper tang, with the serial number and patent dates on the lower. With a saddle ring on the left side of the frame. Fancy grain walnut stock and forearm. The carbine is accompanied by a letter from the Cody Firearms Records Office attesting to the configuration. With factory letter. The barrel and magazine tube have almost all of their original finish with some wear to the high lines. Very light . The frame has almost all of the original blue finish remaining. The hammer and lever display vibrant case coloring, in very good to excellent condition. The fancy grain stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bore is excellent. A very rare in carbine with blued frame and 45-90 caliber. Made in 1903 a very rare carbine. $12,000 - $18,000

537 **Winchester Model 1885 High Wall Rifle .30 U.S. caliber, 30” barrel, S/N 84764. The round #3 barrel is marked with the Winchester name and address, and caliber. Patent dates and the serial number are marked on the lower tang. Walnut buttstock with crescent buttplate witch compartment (empty). Forearm with tapered and ebonized forend tip. With factory letter. The blue finish is in excellent condition on the barrel and frame, with only the slightest amount of fading to the lever. The stock and forearm have some slight nicks, but are in good to very god overall condition. The bore is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

538 Winchester Model 1890 Rifle, Second Model .22 short caliber, 24” octagonal barrel, S/N 25988. Blue finished barrel with casehardened frame. With Winchester name and address marked on the barrel, along with caliber. Walnut stock with Lyman peep sight on upper tang, and crescent buttplate. The barrel and magazine tube have most of their original blue finish remaining, with the slightest amount of fading to the edges. The frame displays vibrant case coloring and is in very good to excellent condition. The stock has normal wear and is in good condition. The bore is excellent. $3,000 - $5,000

234

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

539 **Winchester Model 1895 Carbine .30 army caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 402051. Top of receiver marked with Winchester proof and caliber, with the left side marked with the company name, address and patent dates. Model and patent dates marked on upper tang. The left of the frame features a saddle ring. With raised blade front sight and adjustable carbine rear sight. Walnut stock and forearm/handguard. With cleaning tools present in buttplate compartment. The carbine retains nearly 100% of its original blue finish. The stock and forearm/handguard are in excellent condition, as is the bore. $4,000 - $6,000

540 **Winchester Model 1895 Take Down Rifle .405 W.C.F. caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 86769. Barrel marked with caliber and Winchester proof. The top of the frame is marked with a Winchester proof, and the left side is marked with the company name, address and patent dates. Blue finished barrel with dovetail rear sight and raised blade front sight. Walnut stock with checkered steel buttplate, and forearm with tapered and ebonized forend tip. The barrel has practically all of the blue finish remaining and is in excellent condition. The frame, lever and magazine all have a strong blue finish, with some very light scratches to the frame. The magazine has normal wear from light use. The stock and forearm are in very good condition.

The bore is in excellent condition. $2,000 - $3,000 541 Morocco Leather Cased Set of Ballard Long Range Sights A set of Ballard long range sights, housed in a black leather case bearing the Ballard name and decorative bands in gold leaf. The interior is lined with fitted merlot velvet compartments for the tang sight base and screws, the long range peep sight, an extra peep disk, four front sight discs, windgauge front sight with spirit level and a windgauge sight base.

A nearly identical cased set can be found on page 289 of John T. Dutcher’s book, Ballard; The Great American Single Shot Rifle.

All parts have all or nearly all of their original blue finish remaining.

The leather case shows some very minor wear, but is in very good overall condition. This is an excellent example of a Ballard long range sight set. $2,000 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

235

542 Marlin-Ballard No. 6 1/2 Off Hand Rifle With Rigby Barrel and Full Length Telescopic Scope .38/55 caliber, 30” round Rigby barrel, S/N 18022. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Rigby barrel with engraved muzzle and relief raised ribs, each with scroll engravings with the center engraved Ballard in a scroll. The left of the frame is marked with Marlin, New Haven and Ballard’s patent dates. The right side of the frame features an engraved bear in a circle, with the left side having an engraved buck in a circle. Both engraved creatures are surrounded by scroll engravings, with engraved heart patterns in the border.

The fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock features a high comb with a raised cheekpiece. It also features deluxe checkering, a horn insert in the underside of the pistol grip and a brass Swiss style buttplate. The forearm also features deluxe checkering, and has a tapered horn forend. The barrel and frame feature a mounted full length 34.5” telescopic scope, with a rear tang Vernier peep sight. The barrel has all of its original blue finish remaining, The hammer, breechblock, lever and frame all have strong case coloring. The stock and forearm have one or two handling marks, but are in very good to excellent overall condition. The buttplate may have been plated at one point, but is showing all brass. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $8,000 - $12,000

543 Merrimack Arms Deluxe Sporting Rifle .38 rimfire caliber, 26” barrel, S/N 19956. With all matching numbers throughout. Barrel marked with caliber and serial number. The top of the frame is marked with the serial number, with the left side marked Merrimack Arms & Mfg. Co. Newburyport Mass. and Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. The rifle features a rare single set trigger. With two leaf folding rear sight and folding peep sight on tang. Fancy grain walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate. All of the original blue finish remains on the barrel. The hammer, breechblock, frame, lever and buttplate all have strong case colors remaining, with the frame having some light areas of fading on the sides. The stock and forearm are in excellent condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000

544 Fourth Model Marlin-Ballard No. 6 1/2 Rigby Rifle 38/55 caliber, 28” round Rigby barrel, S/N 22549. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Rigby barrel with engraved muzzle and relief raised ribs, each with scroll engravings with the center engraved Ballard in a scroll. The top flat of the frame features scroll engravings with heart motif engravings in the border. The left of the frame is marked with Marlin, New Haven and Ballard’s patent dates.

The right side of the frame features an engraved buck, with the left side having an engraved bear. Each appear in an oval surrounded by scroll engravings, surrounded by engraved heart patterns in the border. The fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock features a raised cheekpiece. It also features deluxe checkering, a horn insert in the underside of the pistol grip and a nickel plated Swiss style buttplate.

The forearm also features deluxe checkering, and has a tapered horn forend. With globe front sight and rear Vernier tang peep sight.

The original blue finish on the barrel is entirely present. The hammer, breechblock and frame retain strong case coloring, with the lever having a good blue finish. The stock and forearm are in very good to excellent condition. The nickel plating on the buttplate is lightly worn on the end nubs to reveal the brass underneath. The bore and mechanics are excellent. This is a beautifully engraved single shot rifle, in very good to excellent overall condition. $6,500 - $9,000 236

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

545 Marlin-Ballard 1 1/2 Hunters Rifle 40/63 caliber, 28” round barrel, S/N 2958. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Blue finished barrel with straight blade German silver front sight, adjustable raised buckhorn rear sight and marked with the caliber at the breech. Left of frame marked J.M. Marlin New Haven Conn. U.S.A. Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5 1861. Walnut stock with tapered forearm and crescent buttplate. All of the original blue finish remains on the barrel. The frame, breechblock, hammer, lever and buttplate retain almost all of their case coloring, and display strong colors.

The stock has a very minor age crack where it meets the frame on the left side. Stock and forearm in otherwise very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. This rifle is like new, and has most likely never been fired. $4,500 - $5,500

546 Brown Deluxe Sporting Rifle With Grip Extractor .44-60 Sharps centerfire caliber, 30” octagonal barrel, S/N 20331. With all matching serial numbers throughout. The top of the barrel is marked with the serial number. The top of the frame is also marked with the serial number, with the left side of the frame marked Brown Mfg. Co. Newburyport Mass and Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. With folding beech combination front sight, adjustable dovetail rear sight and folding upper tang peep sight. Deluxe walnut stock and forearm, with crescent buttplate and sling swivels on the underside of the butt and the barrel.

The frame features Brown’s unique grip shell extractor, found in early production rifles. Less than fifty of these are known to exist. According to John Dutcher, this is the only known pre Marlin-Ballard in a centerfire cartridge.

The barrel has nearly all of its original blue finish remaining, with one or two small insignificant handling dings. The frame, breechblock, hammer and lever have a mostly even gunmetal patina, with some areas of case coloring showing through. The buttplate has an even gunmetal patina, with some light staining. The stock and forearm have some light handling marks, but are in good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

547 Ballard Sporting Rifle by Ball and Williams .38 rimfire caliber, 24 1/8” octagonal barrel, S/N 316. With matching serial numbers on all parts. Center flat of barrel marked Ball & Williams Worcester Mass, with the right side marked Ballards Patent Nov. 5 1861 and the left side marked Merwin & Bray Agt’s New York.

The barrel features a raised blade front sight and an adjustable split dovetail rear sight. The frame, breechblock, lever and crescent buttplate are all brass, and were once silver plated. With varnished walnut stock and forearm with ejector.

This exact rifle is pictured on page 19 of John T. Dutcher’s book Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle.

The barrel features nearly all of its original blue finish, with some very minor scuffs and light fading to the edges. Traces of silver plating remain on the underside of the brass frame, with more traces visible on the buttplate. The hammer has some case coloring remaining in the protected areas. The stock and forearm have very minor nicks and dings and are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $1,200 - $1,600

548 Marlin-Ballard No. 4 Perfection Rifle .40-63 Ballard everlasting caliber, 30” octagonal barrel (rounded at breech), S/N 17836. With all matching serial numbers throughout.

The barrel is marked with the caliber at the breech. With German silver straight blade front sight and adjustable buckhorn rear sight.

The left side of the casehardened frame is marked J.M. Marlin, New-Haven, Conn., U.S.A. Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. Walnut stock with crescent style buttplate, and tapered forend. The barrel is in excellent condition, with almost all of its original blue finish, with only one very minor scuff on the left side near the breech. The frame, hammer and breechblock retain nearly all of their original case colors, with some light fading to the lever and buttplate. The stock and forearm have some minute nicks and dings, and are in very good to excellent condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,500 - $4,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

237

549 Marlin-Ballard 4 1/2 A-1 Mid Range Target Rifle .40-65 caliber, 30” round/octagonal barrel, S/N 8340. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Blue finished barrel, with casehardened frame, hammer, breechblock, lever and checkered trigger. The left side of the frame is marked J.M. Marlin New-Haven Conn. U.S.A. / Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5 1861. Both sides of the frame feature beautifully detailed scroll and dot engravings. Engraved on the left side within a scroll is Ballard A-1, and on the right side, Mid Range. The top of the frame at the breech also features detailed engravings. With Vernier tang rear sight and windgauge spirit level front sight. The pistol grip stock and forearm feature fancy grain walnut with Ballard style checkering. the forearm has a tapered horn forend tip. The underside of the pistol grip features a horn insert.

The stock has a finely checkered Ballard buttplate.

This exact rifle is pictured and described on page 150 of John T. Dutcher’s book Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle.

The barrel features almost all of it’s original blue finish, in excellent condition. The case coloring is mostly excellent throughout, with only some light fading on the right side. The stock and forearm are beautifully checkered and are in excellent condition. The bore and mechanics are excellent. An excellent example of a fine Ballard single shot target rifle. $13,000 - $16,000

550 Marlin-Ballard No. 8 Union Hill Special Order with Rigby Barrel 32-40 caliber, 30” round/octagonal Rigby barrel, S/N 34205. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Left side of frame marked Marlin Firearms Co. New Haven Ct. U.S.A. Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5. 1861. With spirit level front sight and Vernier tang peep sight. With double set triggers. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock with raised cheek piece and silver plated Swiss style buttplate. With checkered forearm. Blue finished barrel and casehardened frame, hammer and lever. This is the only known No. 8 rifle with a Rigby barrel. The barrel has almost all of its original blue finish remaining, with only the slightest scratch on the underside towards the muzzle. The frame, hammer and lever all retain almost all of their original case coloring. The stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bore is in excellent condition. Very good to excellent overall condition. $3,500 - $5,500

551 Very Early Marlin-Ballard No. 2 Sporting Rifle .32 centerfire caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 3795. With all matching serial numbers throughout. Left side of frame marked J.M. Marlin New Haven Conn. U.S.A. Patented Feb. 9, 1875 Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5, 1861. With Beech combination front sight, Rocky Mountain rear sight and a folding tang sight. Walnut stock and forearm, with horn tip. Blue finish barrel with case colored frame. Nearly all of the original blue finish remains on the barrel. The frame has very strong case colors, and is in very good condition. The stock and forearm have one or two handling marks, but are in very good overall condition. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500 238

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

552 **Cased Engraved Daniel Fraser Take Down Sporting Rifle .22 S. H-P caliber, 24� round barrel, Hand Engraved address on the top of the barrel, Dan L Fraser& Co, Gun and Rifle Manufacture, 4 Leith St Edinburgh. Blue finish with engraved barrel, action, bolt and trigguard. Highly polish extractor and blued bolt. Blued triggerguard. Rear barrel sight with folding leafs, front sight mounted on a ramp. Cocking piece has a dove tailed rear sight that folds down. Take down lever mounted on the bottom of the triggerguard. Eyes for sling swivels mounted on the barrel and one on the bottom of the stock near the toe. Stock of highly figured European walnut stock. Finely checkered pistol grip with cap and forend with nicely carved horn tip and checkered horn buttplate. Cased in a fine wood case covered in leather, with red maroon lining. Cleaning rod and handle, oiler. Nice original green label with gold markings. This rifle is outstanding example of an early Daniel Fraser take down rifle. Retaining all of the bright original blue finish. Engraving is exquisite . Stock is excellent plus with some minute scratches. Case on the outside is honey colored. Some very minor scuffs in leather. $6,500 - $10,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

239

553 **Rare 1873 Winchester Pistol Grip Rifle .32-20 caliber, octagonal barrel with full magazine, S/N 540107. Plain pistol grip. Received in the warehouse Dec. 6, 1899; shipped Dec. 7, 1899 to order #71407. One of only 2 known that factory letters indicate with plain pistol grip. Formerly in the collection of James D. Gordon, author of “Winchester’s New Model of 1873, A Tribute.” Listed at item #229 in the auction catalog sale of the Gordon Collection by Little John’s Auction Service. (Catalog in photo not included with this lot.) This rifle remains in very good condition with 50% blue drifting to patina on the barrel and magazine tube. The frame shows traces of blue within patina with some scratching. The wood is good with minor defects and normal aging. The original Winchester pistol grip cap is retained. Period eyelets for hook-type sling added. Good markings and fairly sharp edges. A rare ‘73 with notable provenance. $3,500 - $5,500

554 **Rare Special Order 1873 Winchester Rifle .38-40 caliber, half round/half octagon barrel, S/N 552977. Plain pistol grip stock, half magazine, shotgun butt. Received in the warehouse Sept. 28, 1900 and shipped Sept. 28, 1900 to order #72098 with factory letter confirming all features. This 1873 Winchester rifle and the following 1873 Winchester rifle (S/N 540107) are the only two confirmed by factory records being ordered with smooth pistol gripped stocks. This Winchester remains in original very good + condition with 50%-70% original blue drifting to a natural patina with just minor use and normal aging. The edges are sharp with good markings. The wood is also very good + with minor marks and slight imperfections. Original pistol grip cap is retained. A very significant variation chronicled by James Gordon in his book “Winchester’s New Model of 1873, A Tribute”. $4,000 - $6,000

555 Winchester Model 1876 Rifle .45-60 caliber, 26” octagonal barrel, S/N 34515. Blued finish, set trigger. Wood stocks. This gun is in overall very good condition showing scattered areas of original blue on barrel assembly and frame mixed with brown patina and scattered spots of erosion and light pitting. The action is crisp, the set trigger is working at time of description. The markings are good and the bore is fair +. The wood stocks are overall very good with scattered old mars and scratches from carry and storage. $3,500 - $6,500

240

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

556 Joslyn .44 Caliber Short Barrel Revolver .44 caliber 5 shot revolver, 6” octagon barrel, S/N 812. The center rib is marked B.F. Joslyn / PatD May 4th 1858. With wood grips. Good, bore is dark and pitted, missing hammer spring, metal has turned brown, grips have worn smooth. $2,000 - $4,000

558 **Webley & Scott Mark I N .455 Automatic Pistol .455 caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 6192. Left of slide marked with company name, model and flying bullet logo. Dated 1914. Marked with British proofs and Navy broad arrows throughout. Matte black finish, checkered hard rubber grips. The finish is present and in very good condition. Some light wear to grips, but good condition overall. The bore is in excellent condition. $1,500 - $2,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

557 **Colt “Lightning” Revolver and Early 20th Century Councilman Badge .38 caliber, 4.5” round barrel length, S/N 151938. Double-line barrel address, markings on left side of barrel “Colt D.A. .38.” Left side of frame is marked with patent dates. Blue barrel with case colored frame and black hard rubber grips. Grips have an embossed rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. An early 20th century star-shaped councilman’s badge comes with this lot. The markings on the badge are “S.O. Harlan” over “Councilman” over “Clinton, Indiana.” Tradition states that the councilman carried this Colt Lightning. The barrel has a little blue that is turning to a plum patina. The frame has very minor salt and pepper pitting on the top. In front of cylinder near barrel the frame retains some case coloring. The grips are good with wear. Markings are sharp. Mechanically good. The bore is good. The badge is in good untouched condition. $1,500 - $2,500

559 **Webley & Scott 9mm Automatic Pistol 9mm caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 19001. Left of slide marked with company name and address, caliber and flying bullet logo. With British proof marks throughout. Blue finish, with checkered wooden grips with lanyard loop. The finish is present and in good condition throughout, with slight fading at the muzzle and some light streaking on part of the slide. The grips show signs of wear, with a very small chip on the left corner. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. $1,000 - $1,500 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

241

560 **Webley & Scott .32 Humane Killer Automatic Pistol 7.65mm and .32 automatic caliber, 5.5” barrel, S/N 152218. Left of frame marked with company name and address, caliber and flying bullet logo. The barrel on this model was fitted with grooved muzzle and a vented flash suppressor of sorts. An ad for the “Humane Killer” reads This pistol is a light and portable instrument suitable for the destruction of all domestic animals. Blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips. The finish shows some light wear and scuffs to the muzzle, but is mostly present throughout the rest of the pistol. Grips and bore in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,600

562 **Webley & Scott Model 1908 Standard Model .32 Automatic Pistol 7.65mm & .32 auto. caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 128092. Left of slide with company name and address, caliber and flying bullet logo. With British proof marks throughout. Blue finish, with checkered hard rubber grips. The finish is faded throughout. The grips have age cracks on either side. The bore is in good condition, and could use a cleaning. $1,000 - $1,500 242

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

561 **Westley Richards Webley 6.35mm Hammer Model Automatic Pistol 6.35mm caliber, 2” barrel, S/N 115446. Left of slide engraved Westley Richards & Co London W. Also marked with company name and address, caliber and flying bullet logo. With British proof marks throughout. Blue finish, with hard rubber grips. The finish is very good throughout, as are the grips and bore. $1,000 - $1,500

563 **G. Parker Marked Webley & Scott 1912 Pocket Hammerless 6.35mm Automatic Pistol 6.35mm caliber, 2” barrel, S/N 145555. The right side of the slide is marked G. Parker & Co. Ltd. Left of slide marked with company name and address, caliber and flying bullet logo. With British proof marks throughout. Blue finish, with hard rubber grips. Very good overall condition, with almost all of the original finish remaining. $1,000 - $1,500

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

564 **Prototype Harrington & Richardson Webley & Scott Hammerless .32 Caliber Automatic Pistol .32 ACP caliber, 3” barrel, S/N 41308. High blue finish, checkered walnut grips. Marked on the left side of the slide Webley & Scott London & Birmingham 7.65 Automatic Pistol. No hammer or grip safety. Grooved top of the slide with rear sight mounted on the top of the slide at rear. Triggerguard is polished bright. Trigger is polished bright. Supposedly this is the pistol that Paul Webley gave to H&R for trial purposes. Consignor states that he was told it was purchased in the late 50”s from Gun Parts Corporation which handle the disposal of all H&R remainders. Pistol retains all of the original high blue finish. With excellent checkered grips. Outstanding piece with great rarity. $16,000 - $18,000 Detail

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

243

Left Side Left Side

566 **Liliput Engraved Pistol 4.25mm caliber, 1.75� round barrel, S/N 2331. Engraved with gilt finish. Original checkered ivory grips with medallions. Engraved with an LP in a panel on the right side of the slide and the left side marked Liliput Kal 4.25 Model 1925. The entire pistol is excellent with half of the original gilt finish remaining the rest just lightly fading. Grips are excellent. Very rare little pistol. $2,000 - $3,000

565 **Mauser Model 1912/14 Second Version Pistol 9mm caliber,4.25 barrel, S/N 31. Hand-engraved three-line markings; Waffenfabrik Mauser Oberdorf A.N. Mauser s patent. Blued finish with checkered walnut grips. Retaining most of the original bluing. A small area of blue to grey over the top of the chamber. Still retains most of the fire blue finish on some of the parts. Checkered walnut grips are excellent. Missing the clip, firing pin and one of the internal locking rails. Bore is excellent. This exact pistol is illustrated on page 95 of the Mauser Pistolen by Weaver Speed Schmid. This is a very rare variation with the hand-engraved three-line address. $10,000 - $15,000 244

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Left Side

567 **Colt New Service D.A. Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 74911. Top of barrel with Colt company name, address and patents. Blue finish, with Colt hard rubber grips. Retaining most of the bright original blue finish has a few dings on a very small part of the barrel and frame, however all else is in very good to excellent condition. Grips are excellent.

Bore is very good with no pitting bright and shiny. $1,000 - $2,000

568 **Japanese WWII Papa Nambu Pistol and Holster 8 x 22 mm, 4.75” round barrel, S/N 7004. Retains most of the blued finish, receiver has a Tokyo Arsenal marking. Checkered brown plastic grips. Magazine is the correct pattern with aluminum base but shows more wear that the pistol. Complete with hard shell leather holster with shoulder sling broken in two places. Includes 7 rounds of the scarce original ammunition.

Finish has minor edge wear and very light surface aging. Bore is bright with good rifling. Holster has service wear and broken sling. $1,500 - $2,500

569 **Mauser Broomhandle .30 mauser caliber, 5.5” barrel length, S/N 212399. With matching numbers on the rest of the pistol. The center rib at the breech is marked Waffenfabbrik Mauser Oberndorf A/N. Blue finish, walnut holster stock. The number on the interior of the broomhandle is marked 33330. Circa 1915. Retaining most of the original blue finish with some wear to the high edges and lightly fading. Grips show some use. Bore is good. Stock numbers don’t match. Stock is very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

245

570 Cased Wooden Model of the Battleship Bismarck Handcrafted by a German POW A detailed wooden model, approximately 17.5” in length, housed in a 20.75” x 6.5” x 4.5” pine and glass case. A hand lettered paper on wood label identifies the vessel as “Schlachtschiff - Bismarck / ges. am 27.5.41.” The top of the case is adorned with a carved, spread wing Nazi eagle and swastika, the reverse dated “1942” in pencil. On the reverse is painted “Gravenhurst Camp / Medicine Hat / Alra.” Model superstructure details include gun turrets, signal masts, flags and life boats. Constructed of various shades of scrap wood, string and paper using simple tools by an unidentified German POW held at a camp in Canada. Research shows that the prisoners at this camp, known as 132, made a specialty of manufacturing ship models and several other examples with Camp 132 provenance are in the collections of Canadian museums. This particular model came into the possession of the camp dentist and was passed down to his son, later passing through the hands of several collectors. The model is accompanied by two photocopies of newspaper articles outlining some of the model’s history by one of its past owners. The known exhibition history of this model includes displays at the U.S. Naval War College Museum, Newport, RI and The Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, New York, NY. Very good; the model has undergone some restoration as outlined in the accompanying articles including the re-attaching lose pieces and replacing the flags and rigging strings. The eagle was broken at the feet above the wreath and has been repaired. $2,000 - $3,500

571 Cased Wooden Model of the Battleship Scharnhorst Handcrafted by German POW Heinz Kania A large, detailed wooden model, approximately 32” in length, housed in a 34.75” x 13.5” x 8” pine and glass case. The vessel is identified as the Battleship Scharnhorst and the profile and superstructure of the model closely match that ship. The model’s superstructure details include gun turrets, signal masts, flags, life boats and seaplanes. Constructed of various shades of scrap wood, string and paper using simple tools. A photocopy of a 1945 dated letter identifies the artist as Heinz Kania, POW 37602 interned at Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada Camp 133. The model was traded to one of the guards and later purchased in 1949 by a local sporting goods store. At some point the model came into the possession of a couple in Elkhart, IN, being auctioned with their estate in 1987. It has passed through several other hand and was at one point exhibited at the U.S. Naval War College Museum, Newport, RI and The Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, New York, NY. The model is accompanied by a large archive of original and photocopy correspondence documenting the provenance of the model. Very good; some fading of the paper flags and slacking of the cord rigging lines. $3,000 - $5,000 246

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

572 US WWII Tom Williams Painted A-2 Flight Jacket from the Bomber “That’s All Brother” Brown leather, size 36R jacket with broken zipper and two front pockets. Left breast embossed with his name tag, T. D. Williams, two Russian red stars with hammer and sickle and two Italian Fascist of blue and silver. These denote landings in these theaters of operations, right breast has painted in silver and black, “ Century 100 Bombers “ and on the reverse is painted in red and gold “ That’s All Brother “. also with this jacket is an A-11 flight helmet size extra-large and post war British goggles added later. The 100th BG from June 1943 to January 1944 concentrated its efforts against airfields, submarine facilities and aircraft industries in France and Germany.

During this time the group was involved in the epic air battles over Regensburg-Aug.17, 1943 (for which it received it first Presidential Unit Citation) and Black Week-October 8-14, 1943 (Bremen, Munster, Marienburg and Schweinfurt-nicknamed “Black Thursday” because the 8th Air Force lost 60 bombers). It lead the bombing of Rujkan, Norway, which delayed the manufacture of heavy water for the German atomic bomb. Although the 100th did not have had the highest over-all loss rate of any group in the Eighth Air Force, it did have heavy losses during eight missions to Germany. Thus earning the nickname “The Bloody Hundredth”. T. D. William was listed as a crew member on Capt T. H. kemp’s crew July 1944. Very good, broken zipper mentioned above. $1,500 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

247

573 **General John “Black Jack” Pershing Colt Model 1908 Pocket Pistol and Archive .25 cal., 2” barrel finished in the white, no visible S/N, frame and slide retain much of the blued finish with strong case colors on the trigger, grip safety and safety lever, marked with a two line Colt address on the left of the slide, right slide stamped “COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 25.”

The right side of the frame has an engraved presentation fully readable when the grips are removed “Maj. Gen. John J. Pershing / The Evening Post / Ontario Ca. / Newport R.I.” and on the left side “East Hartford / New London Ct.” Complete with checked walnut grips with inset nickel disc rampant colt company logo and an a Colt marked half-tone clip.

The balance of the archive includes a 15.5” x 12” autographed photo portrait presented to a Capt. Hartley dated “Aug. ‘23” and held in a wooden Art Nouveau frame and an autographed copy of The Final Report of Gen. John J. Pershing presented to Ambassador John W. Davis.

Additional items include large oval frame with domed glass with a color print portrait, a second paper back copy of Pershing’s final report, two smaller framed print portraits, sheet music, and several Pershing related pinback badges, insignia and more useful as part of a display with the pistol.

Pistol is very good showing moderate holster wear, very good bore. Archive in generally good condition, the signed copy of the final report has a broken spine and edge wear. $4,000 - $6,000

574 **German BYF P.38 Semi Automatic Pistol 9mm caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 1865w. Slide marked byf over 44 with 135 waffenamt and nazi proof marks. Blue finish with bakelight grips. The finish is very good to excellent throughout. The grips and bore are in very good to excllent condition. Possible re-finish. $1,000 - $1,500 248

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

575 **Pre-War Colt Model 1911A1 .38 Super Automatic Pistol with Factory Letter Belonging to Otto Ferguson .38 super caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 9897 (ca. 1932), double line barrel address on the left side of the slide action and right side of slide action marked “Colt Super .38 Automatic” next to rampant Colt logo. Left side of frame is engraved “T & W.A. No. 32” and reverse side with serial number. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips.

This extremely rare Colt Model 1911A1 .38 Super Automatic Pistol is 1 of only 42 pistols listed on factory records as being factory engraved or inscribed, Pre-War. The engraving as listed on the factory letter includes “T & W.A. No. 32”, which refers to the Transcontinental and Western Air. This pistol was 1 of 42 pistols in the shipment and was featured on the cover of the Texas Gun Collectors Spring 2007 issue. The pistol was issued and carried by Otto Fergusan a pilot for T & W.A.. Pilots were required by law to be armed when carrying United States Mail on commercial flights.

On April 7, 1936, Otto Ferguson was piloting a Douglas Model DC-2 from Newark, New Jersey to Los Angles, California when the flight met an untimely demise. The plane carrying 14 passengers and United States Mail had 12 fatalities with 2 severely injured. Among the fatalities was Otto Ferguson and in his possession at the time of the accident was this Colt Model 1911A .38 Super Automatic Pistol. This pistol survived the accident and was given back to the Ferguson family. This small archive contains family documents attesting this pistol, Colt Factory Letter, personal artifacts from Otto Ferguson, a history on TWA/Howard Hughes and historical research on the accident. The gun is in overall very good to excellent condition maintaining most of the original blue finish with wear to the high edges. All markings are sharp and crisp. Mechanically good with a very good bore. This is a fine example of a rare Model 1911A1 .38 Super Automatic that tells a unique story within our Aeronautical history. $14,000 - $28,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

249

576 **German DWM Artillery Luger 9mm caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 3299. Matching serial numbers on all parts, with the exception of the wooden bottomed magazine (9538). Marked DWM on the top of the slide, and dated 1917 at the breech. The right side of the receiver has four proof marks, with another on the same side at the breech of the barrel. Checkered walnut grips. With a leather holster that includes a mallet tool. Most of the original blue finish remains throughout, with some fading on the barrel but mostly on the metal around the grips. The grips are in very good condition. The bore and mechanics are very good. $1,500 - $2,000

577 **British Enfield No. 2 Mk I Factory Cutaway Revolver .38 caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 67132. Right side of frame marked Enfield No. 2 Mk I 1934 with a crown proof. Factory cutaway model with parts of the barrel, frame, grips and cylinder exposed. Blue finish with checkered wooden grips. Excellent overall condition. $1,000 - $1,500

578 **Webley & Scott .22 Single Shot Target Pistol .22 RF LR caliber, 9 7/8” barrel, S/N N3417. Parkerized finish barrel with blue finish frame. The barrel is marked Made in England, along with the caliber and several proofs. The left side of frame markedWebley & Scott LTD Birmingham, with the right side with the flying bullet logo. The barrel has a target rear sight attached. With right handed checkered plastic target grip with thumb rest. The bore is in very good condition. The finish is in very good condition on the barrel and frame, with fading near the grips. Grips in very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800 250

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

579 **Webley & Scott .22 Single Shot Target Pistol, Possibly Belonging to Paul Webley .22 RF LR caliber, 8” barrel, S/N 494. Top side of barrel marked Webley & Scott LL London & Birmingham. Right side of the frame marked with the flying bullet logo. The wooden elliptical grip has an inlaid circle marked with an asterisk above PW, possibly denoting Paul Webley. The bore is in good condition. The finish on the barrel and frame are faded to a steel grey and gunmetal patina, with some blue traces in the protected areas. The grip has some nicks and dings but is in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

580 **Cased Presentation Webley & Scott .32 Pistol .32 caliber, 3.5” barrel, S/N 58248. The left of the slide is marked Webley & Scott LTD London & Birmingham 7.65mm & 32 Automatic Pistol, with the flying bullet logo. Blue finish, with checkered hard rubber grips. Comes with two magazines, a cleaning rod, a screw, a jar of oil and an extra magazine in a blue felt lined presentation case. The top of the case features an inlaid crest with a dragon holding a glove in its mouth. A plaque is included that reads Cased Presentation Model of 1908 .32 calibre pistol Presented by Webley & Scott to Captain W.E. SteelGretton for assisting in the design of the Model 1908. Purchased by the present owner from Miss I.A. Gretton. The blue finish is mostly present throughout, with light wear on the barrel, triggerguard and left of the slide. The grips and bore are in very good condition. $1,500 - $2,000

581 **Webley & Scott 6.35mm Automatic Pistol 6.35 mm caliber, 2” barrel, S/N 122887. The left side of the slide is marked Webley & Scott LTD London & Birmingham 6.35mm Automatic Pistol, with the flying bullet logo.

The right side is marked Made in England. Blue finish, with checkered hard rubber grips. Includes magazine. The bore is in very good to excellent condition. Almost all of the blue finish remains. Very good overall condition. $1,800 - $2,200

583 **Colt Model of 1911 U.S. Army Pistol .45 ACP caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 26381 (ca. 1913), left side of the action marked with patent dates and 2 line Colt address. Left side of action also has a Rampant Colt logo near the trigger. Left side of frame marked “United States Property”. Right side of action marked “Model of 1911 US Army”. Serial number on right side of frame. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips. Retains a lot of the blue finish throughout with wear to the high edges and right side of barrel. Very light salt and pepper pitting on the frame.

The markings are sharp and crisp. Mechanically very good. Bore is very good. $2,000 - $3,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

584 **Colt Model 1911 U.S. Army Pistol .45 caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 54492 (ca. 1913), Colt Hartford address and patent dates in 2 lines on the left side of slide action. Also on the left side of the frame just above the magazine release is in a circle GHD military sub inspector initials. Rampant Colt logo marked on left side of slide action in front of the trigger. Right side of slide action marked “Model of 1911 U.S. Army”. Left side of frame is marked “United States Property”. Blue finish throughout with checkered walnut grips. Retains most of the blue finish with wear to the high edges and just a little wear to the muzzle. The markings are very sharp and crisp. The grips are very good with some wear at the bottom. Bore is very good and mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

251

585 **Colt Model 1905 Pistol .45 rimless smokeless caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 4342 (ca. 1910), Colt 2 line Hartford address and patent dates marked on left side of slide action. Rampant Colt logo on the back left side of slide action. Right side is marked “Automatic Colt” over “.45 Calibre 45 Rimless Smokeless”.

Factory proof mark on left side of trigger guard. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips. Case colored hammer.

Retains some of the blue finish on the slide action and the frame. The frame is thinning to gray just in front the trigger guard. The action near the muzzle is thinning to the gray. The back strap and trigger guard are thinning to gray. Markings are good. Traces of case color remain on the hammer. The grips are very good. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $4,000

586 **Colt Model 1905 Pistol .45 rimless smokeless caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 4651(ca. 1910). Left side of slide action is marked with two line patent date next to two line Colt address. Back of the action has a Rampant Colt logo. Right side of slide action is marked “Automatic Colt” over “Caliber 45 Rimless Smokeless”. All metal has a blue finish with checkered walnut grips. All metal surfaces retain most of the blue finish with wear to the high edges and muzzle. All markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are very good with minimal wear. Mechanically good. Bore is very good. $2,000 - $3,000

587 **Walther PP SA NSDAP Marked Pistol W/Holster 7.65 caliber, 3.75” round barrel, S/N 973339, marked on the left side of the slide near the muzzle SA de NSDAP, Gruppe Franken in two lines. Blue finish with Walther log black checkered grips. In a party style brown leather holster with four clips. Also comes with Liberation papers. Slide retains most of the original blue finish with a small area of staining over the PPK markings on the left side. And two small areas on the right side of the slide. The frame retains most of the blue finish with some wear to the high edges. Grips are excellent. Markings are sharp and crisp. Holster is very good. $2,000 - $4,000 252

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

588 **Colt Model 1900 Sight Safety Pistol .38 rimless smokeless caliber, 6” barrel length, S/N 1393 (ca. 1901), left side of slide action marked “Browning’s Patent” over patent date. Also marked with 2 line Colt address and Rampant Colt logo near the hammer. Right side of slide action marked “Automatic Colt” over “Calibre 38 Rimless Smokeless”. Blue finish with black checkered grips marked Colt at top in a banner and Rampant Colt logo in the middle on each side. The slide action and the frame retain some of the blue that shows wear to the high edges and muzzle. The back strap shows very little finish with mostly gray patina. The grips are very good. Mechanically very good. Bore is very good plus. Bright and shiny. $1,500 - $2,500 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

589 **Colt Model 1902 Pistol .38 rimless smokeless caliber, 6” barrel length, S/N 12291, left side of the slide action marked in 2 lines with Colt Hartford address next to Browning’s Patent and patent dates. Rampant Colt logo marked on the left side of slide action near the hammer. Right side of slide action marked “Model 1902” and caliber markings. Blue finish throughout with black checkered grips.

Grips are marked in a banner “Colt” at the top of each side. Rampant Colt logo in the middle on each side of the grips. Retains most of the blue finish with wear to the high edges and muzzle.

Markings are very sharp and crisp. The grips are excellent with minimal wear. Bore is very good plus. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000

591 **Colt Model 1908 Hammerless Pistol .380 caliber, 3.75” barrel length, S/N 128509, left side of slide action is marked with Colt Hartford address over patent dates. Left side of action near the end of the slide has Rampant Colt logo.

Right side of action is marked “Colt Automatic” over “Calibre .380 Hammerless”. Blue finish throughout with checkered walnut grips. Grips have silver Rampant Colt medallion on each side. In original box with papers. Most of the original finish remains throughout with some wear to the high edges. The markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are in excellent condition. The bore is very good and mechanically very good. The box shows age but in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

590 **Colt Model 1908 Pocket Hammerless Pistol .25 Colt caliber, 2” barrel length, S/N 354209, left side of slide action is marked with 2 line address and right side is marked “Colt Automatic” over “Caliber 25”. Left side of slide action at the rear is marked with Rampant Colt logo. Nickel finish with pearl grips. The grips on each side have Rampant Colt medallion logos. Retains most of the nickel finish with very minimal wear. The grips are very good. The markings are sharp and crisp. Mechanically good. The bore is very good. $1,000 - $2,000

592 **Colt Ace Semi Automatic Pistol .22 L.R. caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 4767. Right side of the slide features the Colt ”Ace” diamond. With Colt cal. .22 l.r. magazine. Blue finish with checkered wooden grips. Housed in a fitted wooden box. The original blue finish is present throughout almost the entirety of the pistol, with some minor areas of light wear to the slide, and light fading near the grips. The grips and the bore are excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

253

593 **Model 1902 Colt Pistol .38 Rimless Smokeless caliber, 6” barrel length, S/N 13734, markings on the left side of slide action in two lines are the patent dates and Colt address. Rampant Colt logo on the back near the trigger on left side of slide action. Caliber markings on the right side of slide action. Nickel finish with rubber checkered grips. Grips have Colt logo in banner and Rampant Colt logo in the middle on each side. Retains most of the re-nickel finished with some flaking around the grips and on the back of the right side of the action. The markings are fading on each side of the action.

Grips are good but show wear. Mechanically good. Bore is rough. $1,000 - $1,500

Left Side

594 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver Factory Lettered To Wells Fargo & Co .45 Colt caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 288284 (all visible numbers matching), left side of barrel marked “.45 Colt”. Left side of frame marked with patent dates and a Rampant Colt logo.

Top of the barrel is marked with single line Colt barrel address. The bottom of the back strap is engraved “W.F. & Co.”. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, hammer, trigger and trigger guard. Case colored frame with black checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side.

Comes with a Factory letter showing this Single Action Revolver was 1 of 12 guns in a shipment on February 4, 1907, going to Wells Fargo & Co and is marked as such on the back strap and detailed on the letter. Retains most of the blue finish on the barrel blending to a patina. The ejector retains some of the finish with wear from the holster. The cylinder retains most of the finish blending to a patina with wear from the cylinder rotating. The frame has some of the case coloring blending to a silvery gray patina. The back strap retains some of the finish blending to a plum patina. The grips show wear consistent with use. The markings are sharp and crisp. Mechanically very good. Bore is very good plus. $6,000 - $9,000

254

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

595 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 201973 (ca. 1900), single line Colt Hartford address on top of barrel. Left side of barrel has roll die markings “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish throughout with carved long horn ivory grips. This single action retains considerable amount of finish. The barrel does show some areas of thinning to a gray patina. The cylinder shows use with some areas to a gray patina. The frame, cylinder and hammer have areas of very fine salt and pepper pitting. The grips have a pleasing yellow patina with a very small chip on the left side. Markings are good. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $2,000 - $3,500

Left Side

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

596 Webley Nickel Mark II Revolver .455 Webley caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 57595. Left side of the frame is marked Webley Patents Mark II, with several broad arrow markings throughout. The backstrap is marked N. Nickel finish, with checkered hard rubber grips. The bore is in very good condition. The nickel is displays some flaking in some small spots on the cylinder and frame, but is mostly entirely present throughout. The grips are in good condition. $1,500 - $2,500

597 *Engraved Remington 1911 Semi Automatic Pistol .45 caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 1823990, marked in 2 lines on the left side of the frame Remington Rand Inc over Syracuse NY USA in gilt. The frame of the gun is outlined in gold with fine scroll engraving on the slide action, frame and hammer. Blue finish with bone grips. Comes in a nicely crafted plexiglass case. New like condition with very sharp and crisp markings and engraving. Retains all of the blue finish with little to no wear. The grips are excellent. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. $3,000 - $4,500

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

255

598 ***Auto-Ordnance Thompson Sub Machine .45 caliber, 11” barrel, S/N M584A. Top flat of frame marked with Thompson trademark logo.

The left side of the frame is marked Thompson Submachine Gun along with caliber and serial number. The right side is marked Auto-Ordnance Corporation West Hurley, New York, USA. The lower left side of the frame features safety selector and full auto/single shot selector. With walnut forend with finger grooves, pistol grip and angular buttstock. Includes magazine and sling marked U.S. Boyt 43. All of the original blue finish remains throughout the entirety of the gun, with one tiny scuff to the top of the frame. The varnish on the pistol grip is lightly worn, with the forend and buttstock in excellent condition. The bore is excellent. $10,000 - $15,000 599 ***FN FNC Paratrooper Rifle .223 rem sporter caliber, 16” barrel, S/N FN023506.

The left of the upper receiver is marked with the serial, caliber and Fabrique Nationale Herstal / Made in Belgium / Steyr Secaucus NJ / Gun South Inc. Birmingham AL. The top center rib of the upper receiver is stamped PHX. With automatic, three round burst, single shot and safety selector. With collapsible plastic coated lightweight alloy skeleton stock. With sling and Colt AR-15 magazine included. The auto and 3 round burst markings are not present on the frame.

Rifle is in very good to excellent overall condition. $5,000 - $7,500

600 ***DPMS A-15 LC Semi Automatic Rifle .223 caliber, 13” barrel, S/N 19537. The rifle features several added modifications, including a Surefire handguard with tactical light and an Aimpoint CompML2 4MOA red dot scope with an A.R.M.S. trilock mount. Includes a canvas sling and a magazine.

Telescoping buttstock with rubber U.S. and Ordnance bomb proof marked buttpad (marked NO52246).

Very good to excellent overall condition. $2,500 - $3,500 256

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

601 Souvenirs Liberated from Hitler’s Berlin Office and a Fragment of the Berlin Wall Lot includes two items found at Hitler’s chancellery in 1945 by Corp. James Hengelbrok, 78th Div. The first being the top of a Roman-style torch wall sconce removed from the formal office.

4.5” diameter by 3” tall, of brass in the form of a cluster of acanthus leaves mounted on a 6” square wooden base with identifying brass plaque. The chancellery office was lined with a large number of similar sconces and parts or whole fixtures are among the most recognizable Hitler related artifacts. The second souvenir is a 4” x 3.5” section of crimson and gold brocade upholstery fabric cut from a chair in the adjutant’s office, woven in a pattern of peacocks and tulips, housed in a contemporary metal frame with an identification hand written by Corp.

Hengelbrok. In addition, a WWI Iron Cross 2nd Class found by Mr. Hengelbrok is also included.

The souvenirs are accompanied by two signed statements providing the history of how Mr. Hengelbrok acquired these items in 1945. Also included with this lot is a painted 4” x 2.5” piece of concrete from the Berlin Wall retaining some of the blue and purple painted graffiti, This fragment of the “Iron Curtain” was sent to Mr. Hengelbrok by a nephew after the wall fell. Very good; normal age toning and service wear. $1,500 - $2,500

602 WWI Ace Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker Sheffield Plate Presentation Loving Cup 18.5” tall by 13” wide art deco style silver plated brass trophy cup with a long trumpet base and stem, gracefully curving side handles and a bowl crowned with pierced vine and leaf filigree. The bowl has an engraved presentation on the obverse “TO / CAPT. E. V. RICKENBACKER / THE / “ACE OF ACES” / FROM HIS / LOS ANGELES / FRIENDS.” Maker marked on the base “PAIRPOINT” with the company’s “P” in a diamond logo, number “B3366” and “MADE IN USA”, 1920s - 30s period. A rare personal artifact from America’s top Great War flying ace. Good; has uneven age patina, silver finish worn away from a portion of the rim of the base, scattered minor dents especially on the filigree rim. $800 - $1,200

603 Cased Wood Model of the German Battleship Tripitz Handcrafted by a POW Highly detailed wooden model, approximately 30” in length, mounting base labeled “TRIPITZ”, housed in a 35” x 12” x 11.75” oak and glass case. Details include gun turrets, singnal masts, life boats and a seaplane. Constructed of scrap wood, string and paper using simple tools by an unidentified German POW held at a camp in Canada. While the model is identified as the Tripitz, the superstructure and gun placement do not match the profile that ship or her sister ship Bismarck. It may simply represent the prisoner artist’s interpretation of battleship or heavy cruiser. This particular model has been exhibited at the U.S. Naval War College Museum, Newport, RI and The Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, New York, NY. Very good, appealing light age toning. $1,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

257

604 **Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 Rod-Bayonet Rifle .30-03 caliber, 24.2” barrel, S/N 1054. Assembled using a Rock Island receiver, marked U.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 and with the serial number. Walnut stock with cartouche dated 1904, and with firing proof and JA stamp behind triggerguard. Stock is of new manufacture. All markings are new. Cartouches are restamped. Rear sight base was subsequently made using a later type base and splicing in a Krag base to accept a 1902 sight base. Barrel has been made from a Krag Barrel. Stock, rear sight base, barrel and middleband are of new origin. Receiver, bolt, front sight, front band, bayonet retainer housing, trigger guard and buttplate are original parts. Hand guard is also original. $3,500 - $6,000

605 **Early Model 1917 Winchester Rifle .30 centerfire caliber, 26” barrel, S/N 433. The barrel is marked W over a flaming bomb proof, over 6-17. The frame is marked U.S. W and with the serial. The top left side of the receiver bears a 24 over A proof and a 26 over A. The left side of the receiver bears a flaming bomb proof and a five pointed star in a circle marking. Several other parts including the front sight, bolt and bolt arm are also marked with a W. The underside of the stock is marked with two Crown over 24 over A proofs and a flaming bomb proof. All parts retain almost all of their original blue finish. The stock is in very good to excellent condition. The bore is excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

606 **Springfield Model 1922 M2 Rifle .22 LR caliber, 24.5” barrel, S/N 1731. The barrel is marked SA over a flaming bomb proof, over 7-37. On the lef tof the barrel, forward of the receiver is marked Long Rifle Cart’ge Only. The receiver is marked U.S. Springfield Armory Cal. .22 M2 along with the serial number. The bolt and bolt handle are marked M2. An adjustable Lyman target sight is affixed to the receiver. The walnut stock is marked M2 on the underside of the pistol grip, and is stamped D28225 on the underside of the butt. With checkered steel shotgun type buttplate and M2 marked magazine. The barrel and reciever have a strong parkerized finish, with light areas of fading on the barrel. The receiver is finished bright. The stock has some light handling marks but is in very good overall condition. The bore is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

258

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

607 **Early Rock Island Arsenal U.S. Model 1903 Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 142384. The barrel is marked RIA over a flaming bomb proof, over 6-09. The underside of the barrel is marked C 31 over P. The receiver is marked U.S. Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903 along with the serial number. The left side of the stock bears an inspector’s cartouche, and is dated 1909. The firing proof is marked behind the triggerguard, and the top of the buttstock is marked R 3. Includes correct leather sling and oiler in the buttplate compartment. The barrel has a dark plum patina, with most of the blue finish remaining on the floorplate and triggerguard, and some remaining on the barrel bands. The casehardened and oil quenched receiver has a dark, mottled appearance. The stock has some slight nicks and dings but is in very good condition. The leather sling has some very light wear and is in very good condition. The bore is in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

608 **Remington Model 1903 A4 Sniper Rifle .30-06 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 3409797. The barrel has no front sight and is marked at the muzzle RA over the flaming bomb proof, over 2-43. The left side of the receiver is marked U.S. Remington Model 03-A3, with the right side bearing the serial number. The receiver is arsenal fitted with a Weaver M73B1 scope (serial number 14708), and is fitted with a leather cover. The left side of the walnut stock bears the stamp RA and FJA next to a crossed cannon proof. On the underside, forward of the floor plate are the several markings, including a stamped 5, 47 in an oval, Z, 23 in a square and 66 in a triangle. A firing proof is behind the triggerguard. Includes the correct leather sling and an oiler in the buttplate compartment. All metal parts to the rifle retain nearly all of their original finish, and are in excellent condition. The scope has one or two scuff marks, but has excellent optics and is in excellent condition. The stock has one or two dings, but has crisp markings and is in very good to excellent overall condition. The bore is excellent. This is a very mint example of a Springfield sniper rifle. $3,000 - $4,000

609 *Arnold Arms Co. Custom Remington Model 700 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle 7.62 Nato caliber, 25” round heavy barrel, S/N E6830027. The barrel is markded Arnold Arms Co. Inc Arlington, WA, along with the caliber at the breech. The receiver is marked Remington Model 700. The synthetic stock is camouflaged, and features a Harris bipod, an H-S Precision recoil pad, a palm rest and a canvas sling. Mounted to the receiver is a Leupold 10x adjustable scope. The rifle is in very good to excellent overall condition. There is one piece of tape on the underside of the stock, likely from when it was painted. $3,000 - $5,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

259

610 *Izhmach Tiger Semi Automatic Rifle With Sniper Scope 7.62x54 caliber,24” barrel, S/N 36606. The right side of the frame features Russian factory markings, along with 1993 date and the serial number on the frame and bolt. The left side features B-West Tuc AZ USA import markings. The rifle features a scope mount marked Made In Belarus, and includes a scope marked 3-12X44Mini SWAT IR1. With plastic skeleton stock with foam cheekpad. Magazine and canvas sling included. The rifle is in very good to excellent condition throughout, with only light handling marks to the black finish. The scope has excellent optics. $2,500 - $5,000

611 **U.S. Marked Winchester Model 1912 Takedown Shotgun 12 gauge, 30” barrel, S/N 110749. Barrel marked with Winchester name, proof, model number and patent dates. The right side of the frame is marked U.S. over an Ordnance bomb proof. Walnut stock and forearm, with hard rubber Winchester buttplate. The number 27 is painted on the left side of the butt. The barrel retains most of its original blue finish, with some very light scuff marks. The magazine tube has normal wear to the finish from use. The frame also retains most of its original blue finish, with some light fading to the edges. The buttstock may be a later military replacement based on its color. The forearm is original and in excellent condition. The bore is excellent. $1,000 - $2,000

612 **U.S. Marked Remington Model 11 Semi Automatic Riot Gun 12 gauge, 20” barrel, S/N 467067. The barrel is marked with Remington name, address and patent dates, as well as U.S. next to a flaming bomb proof. The left side near the breech is stamped C.Y.L. and bears an OL, a Z and a star. The right side is marked with an R.E.P. in an oval, next to a diamond. The bolt is marked Model 11. On the left side of the frame is another U.S. and flaming bomb proof marking. The left side of the frame features an engraved duck, with the right side having a pheasant. With checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm. The stock has a brown plastic Remington buttplate, and is stamped with an Ordnance wheel on the left side. The barrel and frame retain almost all of their original blue finish, with one or two very minor scuffs to the frame. The stock has the usual nicks and dings expected with use. The bore is excellent. An excellent example of one of the U.S. military riot shotguns standardized for use during WWII. $1,000 - $2,000

260

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

613 **U.S. Springfield .22 Caliber M2 Rifle .22 LR caliber, 24.5” barrel, S/N 9339. Receiver ring marked U.S. Springfield Armory Cal. .22 M2. Barrel marked near muzzle SA over flaming bomb, and dated 6-22. Bolt marked D28223-2, and etched1983-A. The bolt arm is etched 9356. With head space adjusting mechanism on bolt. Walnut stock with SSAA and SA cartouche. With P firing proof in circle and diamond with a “P” on the flat of the pistol grip. retaining all of the original parkerized finish. All of the original blue on the bolt housing and the Lyman receiver sight. Stock with very nice untouched openedgrained wood. Sharp cartouches. Bore is excellent. Still retains a storage grease. This is about as good of one you could find. $1,000 - $2,000 BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

615 **Winchester Model 97 Trench Shotgun With Bayonet 12ga., 20” barrel, S/N E 955920, This weapon is of the later takedown configuration, Left side of receiver is marked with large US and Ordnance bomb and there is a Winchester proof located at the left top of the receiver,the barrel has an Ordnance bomb and a Winchester proof at the top and is marked 2 3/4 cham over cyl on left side, the under side of the barrel has the year date 42, the American walnut pistol grip stock that has G.H.D. in a rectangle over an Ordnance Wheel, the barrel and all other metal part appears to have most of the original blue. a model 1905 leather sling marked J.S Co., and a model 1917 Winchester Contrat bayonet date 1917 and a leather scabbard marked G&K and dated 1917. Total of about 44,000 takedown model 1897 were produced by Winchester based on known serial numbers. Fine, Fine bore, Most of the original blued finish, mechanically sound. $5,500 - $8,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

614 *U.S. Marked Stevens Model 77E Riot Shotgun 12 ga., 20” barrel, S/N 56176, walnut stocks, Nylon sling, The Stevens model 77E was the most widely used shotgun in the Vietnam war. It has a single nickel bead sight, is choked full and has a 2 3/4 inch chamber. The right side of the receiver is stamped “U.S.” and the top of the receiver and barrel are stamped with a “P” proofmark. Mounted with a ribbed hardwood forearm and pistol grip stock with red rubber recoil pad. Fitted with sling swivels at the magazine plug and on the stock. Length of pull is 12 3/4 inches. The short length of pull is reported to be factory to accommodate South Vietnamese soldiers. R.R.A.D stamped in stock stands for Red River Army Depot. Very good, very good bore, Vietnam Era Green-Gery parkerized finish, Stock shows normal field service. $3,000 - $5,000

616 **Stevens Model 520-30 Combat Shotgun with Bayonet 12ga., 20” brrel, S/N 63580, American walnut stock, the left side of receiver is marked with the standard markings of Mod. 520-30 and US just above the trigger guard, the barrel has the standard Stevens markings on both sides and a smallP over the Ordnance bomb stamp on the right side near the breach, the stock is unmarked with the exception of a smallP on the bottom of the pistol grip the barrel and all other metal part has most of the dull brushed original blue finish, the handguard and bayonet adapter is marked with an S on the left side, a US web sling and model 1917 Remington contract 1917 dated bayonet and with a Model 1917 fiberglass scabbard by Beckwith/victory plastics as produced in 1945 Very good, very good bore, blued finish, Mechanically sound. $3,000 - $5,000 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

261

617 **WWII German K98 Mauser with High Turret Sniper Mount 8mm caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 5796. With matching numbers on all visible parts. The high turret scope mount is soldered onto the receiver. Beechwood laminate stock with leather sling. The bore is in very good condition. The barrel and receiver have a blue finish with some areas of fading. The stock has a few handling marks, but is in very good overall condition. $1,200 - $1,600

618 U.S. Springfield Model 1903 .22 Caliber Rifle .22 caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 351331. Receiver ring marked U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1903. The barrel is marked S.A. over the flaming bomb proof and dated 9-08. Walnut stock with J.F.C. inspector’s cartouche and firing proof behind triggerguard. Oiler is present in buttstock compartment. With leather sling. The finish is very good to excellent on the barrel and receiver. The stock has one or two minor dings, but is in very good overall condition. The bore is excellent. The leather is cracked and worn in areas. $2,000 - $4,000

619 German Cape Gun 16 gauge and unknown caliber, 27 1/8” barrel, S/N 4866.30. The rifle barrel has been re-sleeved from 9.8mm to a much smaller caliber.

The center rib of the barrel has a raised dot sight and a two leaf folding rear sight. The underside of the barrels are marked with caliber and proof marks. The locks feature engravings of an elk and a buck and doe. The frame also has floral engravings. The upper tang has a folding peep sight integrated into it. The fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock and forearm are checkered, with the butt having a raised cheekpiece. The stock has a metal gripcap, a flat profile buttplate and an old leather sling. As noted, the rifle barrel has been re-sleeved.

The barrel has most of its original blue finish remaining, with some minor areas of fading, notably on the right side near the breech. The frame, locks, hammers, barrel lever and upper tang all have a flat gunmetal patina, with traces of case coloring visible throughout. The stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bores and mechanics are excellent. $1,000 - $2,000

620 German Simson and Son Drilling Rifle 16x16x9.32x72 caliber, 27” barrels, S/N 16417. Lock plates and receiver with scroll engravings. All barrels with proof marks and caliber.

Checkered pistol grip walnut stock with raised cheek piece. Very good. $1,000 - $2,000 262

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

621 German Miller & Val Greiss, Munich Under-Lever Drilling Rifle Drilling 24 Ga. shotgun over 10mm Rifle, 26” barrels, S/N 20196. Signed between barrels Miller & Val Greiss in gilt. Checkered walnut stocks, back action locks, gilt engraved locks and barrels, checkered butt plate, sling swivels. Receiver is engraved with game scenes and floral patterns. Very good, very good bores. The patina on the barrels retains some of the original blue. $4,000 - $6,000

622 **Model 1903 A 4 Remington Sniper Rifle .30-06 cal., 24” 2 groove barrel has front removed, S/N 4995196, barrel dated “12-43” with “RA” over ordnance bomb. Remington marked receiver. Mounted with M73B1 scope, S/N 21339, with leather lens covers. Walnut stock with “RIA / EB” cartouche. Complete with “Boyt 44” leather sling. Very good. Bore is bright with good rifling. Retaining most of the parkerized finish with the wood and metal show normal service wear. $2,000 - $4,000

623 **Winchester Model 12 Trench Shotgun With Bayonet 12 ga., 20” barrel, S/N 1034364. Right side of receiver is marked with large US and Ordnance bomb and there is a Winchester proof mark located left top of the receiver. The barrel has an ordnance bomb and a Winchester proof mark at the top and is marked 2 3/4 cham over Cyl on left side. The underside of the barrel is has the year date 44, low comb, oil finished American walnut pistol grip stock and cartouched G.H.D. in a rectangle over an Ordnance wheel. The hand guard/bayonet adapter is the type W and so marked, the barrel and all metal parts have most of the original late WWII factory parkerizing a model 1905 leather sling marked G&K 1918 over the letters J.J.D. with a US model 1917 bayonet Winchester contract dated 1917. Post War parkerized blade with US model 1917 fiberglass scabbard made by Beckwith/Victory Plastics as made in 1945 Fine, Fine bore, Parkerized Finish, normal metal wear from field use. $5,000 - $7,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

263

624 General Harley Bascom Ferguson Medals and Insignia Group Including Named Order of the Dragon and Cased Distinguished Service Medal Medals include War with Spain “No.629”, Philippine Insurrection “No.1025”, China Relief Expedition “No.65”, Order of the Dragon engraved on the reverse “CAPTAIN / H. B. FERGUSON / CORPS OF / ENGINEERS / U.S.A. / No. 23”, Cuban Occupation “No.156” with matching pasteboard box, WWI Victory with “SOMME OFFENSIVE, YPRES-LYS, MEUSE-ARGONNE, DEFENSIVE SECTOR” bronze claps, WWI United Daughters of the Confederacy Cross of Military Service “5059”, a Distinguished Service Medal “1733” complete with leather covered tilt cased embossed “D.S.M.” in gold and matching ribbon bar, rosette and lapel bar, and a WWII Victory.

All medals are complete with their ribbons and pin brooches. Lot also includes 6 three place ribbon bars and several individual ribbon bars. Insignia includes two pair and two single Colonel’s silver rank eagles, a single major’s leaf and 10 pin back General’s rank stars. Three engineer collar insignia and several other pieces are also included. The group concludes with a pair of WWI ‘dog tags’ stamped “COL. HARLEY B. FERGUSON. / 105. ENG. / 30. DIV.” and four reunion medals. The few post 1939 insignia and medal appear to be those of a relative and were not the property of Gen. Ferguson.

264

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Harley Bascom Ferguson (1875 - 1939) graduated from West Point in 1897. He served as an engineer during the Spanish American War in Cuba and the Philippines. During the Boxer Rebellion, he was the Chief Engineer of the China Relief Expedition and promoted to Captain for gallantry. In 1910 he designed the dam system used to raise the battleship USS Maine in Havana harbor. During WWI he was the commanding Colonel of the 105th Engineer, 30th Div. and later Engineer of the II Corps and 2nd Army, for which he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. In Oct., 1918 he was promoted to Brigadier General. Most of his post war duties involved navigation and flood control along the Mississippi River.

Good; all medals complete with ribbons that have light to no wear, ribbon bars show more wear, a few rank insignia lack attachment pins. $10,000 - $15,000

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Partial

625 M9B Norden Bombsight and Museum Display Case Serial number N-12407, late WWII sighthead component manufactured by Carl L. Norden, Inc. and dated “44.” Blackened textured finish with a “US” and anchor Navy proof, appears to be complete with contractor’s data plate, all dials, gauges and levels, rubber eye pad is intact but dry and cracked. Includes the data book with overhaul notations dated “52” and “53.” The Norden bombsight was once one of the nation’s most closely guarded secrets. Mounted in a wood, Plexiglas and mirror backed display case on an aluminum stand with two labels relating historical information. Very good; some oxidation on the display case mounting fittings. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

626 Large Boxer Rebellion Official US Engineer Photo Archive Consists of approximately 170 8x10 and 130 5x7 original black and white images taken for the US Engineer Office, China Expedition by Capt. C. F. O’Keefe, 36th US Volunteer Infantry. All are numbered and have identifying descriptions on the reverse. Subjects include battle sites, US troops in operations, foreign troops of the allied armies, primarily the Germans, Indians, French and Italians, showing details of their uniforms and equipment, Chinese architecture and landscapes, etc. There are some duplicate images. The collection is protected in seven contemporary binders. This archive was formerly the property of Capt. Harley B. Ferguson, the Chief Engineer of the China Relief Expedition. Good; many of the images are a little age faded but details are crisp. $2,000 - $3,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

265

627 *Cased Matched Set of Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 52 and Model 41 Pistols .22 caliber, 7” barrel length with spare 5” barrel length, S/N RJE1500, right side of frame marked in gold “Model 41”. Tight floral scroll engraving on the slide action, frame and trigger guard. The frame is outlined in gold bands. Gold Smith & Wesson medallion on the left side of the slide action. Blue finish with fancy walnut grips. Thumb rest on the left side. .38 special mid range caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N RJE1501, left side of the frame marked “Model 52” in gold. Right side of frame has gold Smith & Wesson medallion. Tight floral scroll engraving on the slide action, frame and trigger guard. Signed by P. Piquette, engraver, on the right side frame. The frame is outlined in gold bands. Blue finish with fancy walnut grips.

This matching case set comes with a letter from Smith & Wesson Master Engraver, Paul R. Piquette, acknowledging that this work is one of a kind and never to be reproduced. This set was displayed at many trades shows such the Shot Show and the NRA show. Comes in a beautiful Smith & Wesson custom case with logo on top and burgundy liner. This matching cased set is in excellent condition retaining all finish with sharp and crisp edges, markings and engraving. Grips are excellent retaining all the finish. Case is excellent. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. $15,000 - $20,000

Details

266

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

628 *Smith & Wesson Schofield Revolver .45 S&W caliber, 7” barrel length, S/N GWS0627, left side of the barrel marked with caliber markings above Smith & Wesson address in 2 lines. Right side of barrel marked with Schofield patent date. Back strap is marked “US” above serial number. Left side of grip has cartouche.

Blue finish throughout with case color trigger guard, trigger and hammer. Walnut grips.

Comes in walnut Smith & Wesson case with blue lining. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the blue finish with little to no wear. The case color is vibrant on the hammer, trigger and trigger guard. Grips are excellent. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

629 *Colt Custom Sam Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N SA48781. Barrel with single line Hartford address on top. Either side of the barrel is engraved with gilt. The left side reads in a scroll God Created Man, Col. Colt Made Them Equal. The cylinder is engraved with Colt’s image and scroll engravings, with gilt.

Either side of the frame features gilted scroll engravings, with the left side having patent dates and reading 1 of 1000. The backstrap features Col. Sam Colt in gilt. Blue finish with checkered hard rubber American Eagle motif grips. The revolver is housed in a fitted wooden box with an extra cylinder and an acrylic paperweight with a nail in it that reads Removed from Colt armorers’ residences during 1981 Restoratuon Hartford, Conn. Circa 1850. Excellent overall condition. $2,500 - $3,500

630 *Colt Custom Factory Engraved Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N SA48259, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side marked “Colt Single Action Army 44-40”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. 6 shot fluted cylinder marked “44-40”. Scroll engraving on barrel, ejector, cylinder, frame, back strap and trigger guard. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and black checkered grips with eagle motif on the bottom of each side and Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. Comes with Colt Custom walnut case with red lining as well as the original cardboard Colt box. New like condition retaining all the blue finish and vibrant case color on the frame that blends well with the engraving. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. $4,000 - $6,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

267

631 *Colt 125th Anniversary Factory Engraved Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” barrel length, S/N 6702AM, single line Colt Hartford barrel address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “125th Anniversary S.A.A. Model .45 CAL.”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Scroll engraving on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, frame, back strap and trigger guard with a stipple background. Silver plated finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder and frame. Gold plated ejector rod, hammer, trigger, back strap and trigger guard. Faux ivory grips. Comes in walnut Colt Custom box with red lining and a small plaque that reads “Colt’s 125th” over “Anniversary” over “45 Cal 6702”. The silver plated finish on the barrel, ejector, frame and cylinder all remain with a slight tarnish. All the gold remains with a tarnish and a little wear to the edges and trigger guard. The grips are excellent. The bore is very good. Mechanically very good. Case is good with a few scratches to the lid. $4,000 - $6,000

632 *Colt Texas Sesquicentennial Factory Engraved Peacemaker Revolver .45 caliber, 4” round barrel length, S/N TX0815, double line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates. The barrel and cylinder are double gold banded. The barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger, hammer, back strap and trigger guard all have a scroll engraving blending with some western style engravings. Blue barrel, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and hammer. Ivory grips. Comes with commemorative walnut case with burgundy lining. Top of case marked “1836 Texas Sesquicentennial 1986”. This is in new like condition retaining all the blue finish and gold bands.

Vibrant case colors mixing beautifully with the engraving. Grips are excellent with a little yellow aging. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. $2,400 - $3,400 633 *Colt Centennial Peacemaker and Frontier Six Shooter Revolvers Lot of two Colt single action revolvers, housed in a glass and wood display.

The first pistol is .45 Colt caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N MPC145. The left side of the barrel is marked 1873 Peacemaker Centennial 1973. The left of the frame is marked U.S., and the walnut grips are marked with a reproduction inspector’s cartouche. Blue finished barrel, cylinder, backstrap and triggerguard. The frame and hammer are casehardened. The display features a plaque that reads “Peacemaker” / Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 45 cal. Single Action Army Revolver which came to be known as the “Peacemaker”.

The second pistol is .44 centerfire caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N 145MPC. The left side of the barrel features the classic etched Colt Frontier Six Shooter, with the right side marked 1873 Peacemaker Centennial 1973. The caliber is marked on the left of the triggerguard. With checkered hard rubber grips with the American Eagle motif and Rampant Colt logo. Nickel plated throughout. The display features a plaque that reads Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 44-40 cal. Single Action Army Revolver which came to be known as Colt’s “Frontier Six Shooter”.

Excellent, unfired condition to both revolvers. $3,000 - $4,000

268

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

634 *Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Revolver .44 magnum caliber, 8.5” barrel length, S/N 49650, “Smith & Wesson” marked on the left side of the barrel. Right side marked “.44 Magnum”. Left side of the frame marked with Smith & Wesson logo. Right side of framed marked in 3 lines with Smith & Wesson address. Engraved on the barrel, frame, cylinder and trigger guard. Nickel finish with fancy varnished walnut grips. Grips do have a Smith & Wesson medallion logo at the top of each side. Come with customer walnut case with blue lining. This Smith & Wesson is in new like condition retaining all the nickel finish with little to no wear. The markings and engraving are very sharp and crisp. The grips are very good plus with a chip to the lower left corner on the left grip. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. $3,000 - $4,500

635 *A. Brigante Engraved Browning Renaissance Medalist Target Pistol, Numbered Four of Sixty .22 LR caliber, 6.75” barrel, S/N 655PT00004. The left side of the barrel is marked Browning Arms Company / Caliber .22 Long Rifle. The right side is marked Made in Belgium / By Fabrique Nationale Herstal. The underside of the barrel features an engraved F with a star over it.

This is over an engraved underlined y, which is over an engraved Belgian proof mark. The rear of the left side of the frame, beneath the slide, is marked A. Brigante. The barrel, slide, frame and triggerguard feature deeply engraved intricate scroll and vine patterns. The triggerguard is engraved 4/60. The two piece fancy grain grip features a right hand thumb rest, along with checkering and vine and dot relief carvings. The tapered forend features the same carvings. Includes Browning magazine. The pistol is housed in a custom fitted leather and canvas case. Excellent condition throughout. $3,000 - $5,000

636 *High Standard 1980 Olympic Target Pistol .22 short caliber, 6.75” barrel, S/N USA0143. The left side of the frame is marked with the caliber and High Standard logo and is marked Olympic. The right side is marked High Standard Inc / E. Hartford, Conn, USA. The rear of the slide is marked with the Olympic rings.The grips are finely checkered and have a right thumb rest, The pistol comes in a fitted wooden box with the High Standard logo, and marked 1980 Olympic Model. Excellent condition throughout. $1,200 - $1,600

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

269

637 *Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 629-1 Revolver .44 magnum, 4” barrel length, S/N 993X4, “Smith & Wesson” marked on the left side of the barrel.

The right side of the barrel is marked “.44 Magnum”. The right side of the frame is marked in 4 lines with the address. Behind the cylinder has Smith & Wesson logo. Floral scroll engraving on the barrel, frame and cylinder. Stainless steel finish throughout with checkered walnut grips.

Grips have silver Smith & Wesson medallion logo at the top of each side. Comes in custom made case. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the stainless finish with sharp and crisp markings and engraving. The grips are excellent with a small stain on the lower right grip on the left side. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with little wear. $2,000 - $3,000

638 *Colt Factory Engraved Challenger and Woodsman Target Pistols Lot includes a factory engraved Colt Challenger (.22 LR caliber, 4.5” barrel, S/N 26136-D) and a Woodsman (.22 LR caliber, 6 5/8” barrel, S/N 117719). The pistols come in a fitted wooden case.

Both pistols feature deep relief factory engravings of scroll and vine patterns throughout, with gilt bordering. Each finished blue, with faux scrimshawed eagle grips. Excellent overall condition for both pistols. $6,000 - $9,000

639 *Colt Custom Signature Series 1911 Ace .22 Semi Automatic Pistol .22 caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N SM34631, single line Colt Hartford address on the right side of the frame. Scroll gilt engraving on the right side of the slide action marked “Colt Ace .22 Long Rifle Hartford, CT.” Left side of the slide action has scroll gilt engraving marked “1836 Sam Colt 1981”. Blue finish with walnut grips. Grips have Colt Custom medallion logo on both sides.

Comes in Colt Custom walnut case with plaque inside that is marked “Colt Signature Series 1981”. Case has burgundy lining. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the blue finish with sharp and crisp markings and engravings. The grips are excellent. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with minimal wear. $1,000 - $1,500

270

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

640 *Colt Custom John Wayne Commemorative Peacemaker Revolver .45 caliber, 4.75” round barrel length, S/N CJWC278G, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of of barrel marked in gilt with eagle motif and “John Wayne”. Left side of frame marked in gilt in 2 lines with patent dates next Rampant Colt logo. Cylinder is gold banded with gilt portrait of John Wayne and also image of John Wayne on horse back. Back strap has “D” over 2 snake like lines and marked with “John Wayne” signature in gilt. Scroll engraving on the barrel and frame. Blue finish throughout with ivory grips. Comes in Colt Custom case with red lining. New like condition retaining all the blue finish with gilt. Markings are sharp and crisp. The grips are excellent with light yellowing. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

641 *Smith & Wesson 125th Anniversary Model 25-3 Revolver .45 caliber, 6.5” barrel, S/N S&W6276. The barrel is marked with the caliber and Smith & Wesson 125th Anniversary. The right side of the frame is marked with the company logo surrounded by a 125 Year scroll. Blue finish with casehardened hammer and trigger, and with wooden grips with S&W logo inlay. Includes its original box with paperwork, plus a fitted wooden box that includes a 125th Anniversary commemorative coin and a booklet. Excellent overall condition. $1,500 - $2,500

642 *Colt Master’s Edition Model S Hunstman Target Pistol .22 caliber, 4.5” barrel length, S/N 315833S, single line Colt Hartford address on the left side of the barrel. Left side of the frame marked with Rampant Colt logo over “Huntsman”. Left side of slide action has scroll gilt engraving with a portrait of a marksman. Right side of slide action has gilt scroll engraving. Blue finish throughout with checkered walnut grips. Comes in Colt Custom walnut case with blue lining. Top of case marked “Model S” over “Master’s Edition” over “1 of 400”. New like condition retaining the blue finish with sharp and crisp markings and engraving. The grips are excellent. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with minimal wear. $1,500 - $2,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

271

643 *Colt USMC Commemorative 1911 Semi Automatic Pistol .45 caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 12985B70, right side of frame marked with Colt Hartford address in single line. Right and left side of slide action in engraved with gilt with the famous scene of the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima. Left side of the slide action marked “United States Marine Corp” over “Limited Edition” over “Colt Government Model .45 CAL”. Right side of slide action marked “United States Marine Corp” over “Limited Edition”. Near the hammer on the right and left side marked with United States Marine Corp insignia. Blue finish throughout with checkered walnut grips. Grips have gold medallion Rampant Colt logo on each side. Comes in case with blue lining. Top of case has plaque marked with United States Marine Corp. Limited Edition. Lower right corner marked with Serpent Colt logo and Rampant Colt logo. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the blue finish with all the gilt. The grips are excellent. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. The case is very good with little wear. $1,000 - $1,500

644 *Freedom Arms Model 83 Revolver .454 Casull caliber, 7.5” barrel, S/N D16670. Revolver is marked with Freedom Arms name, address, caliber and patents. Stainless finish with rosewood grips. In original box. Excellent condition throughout. $1,500 - $2,000

645 *Ray Viramontez Custom Engraved Colt 1911, Featured on the December 1974 Cover of Guns Magazine .45 Colt auto caliber, 5” barrel, S/N 176274. The left of the slide is marked Colt’s PT F.A. MFG. CO. Hartford. CT. U.S.A. and patent dates. The right side is marked Colt Automatic Calibre 45 and features the rampant colt logo. The sides of the slide and frame feature beautifully detailed scroll and vine engravings, encompassing all markings. With wooden grips with engraved screws and rampant colt logo.

The interior of the cover states Ray Viramontez both engraved and photographed the Government Model .45 on the cover. Ron English is the lucky owner. The cover clearly shows the serial number on the pistol, which matches this one. The magazine is included with the pistol.

The nickel plating is present throughout the entirety of the pistol. This is an excellent example of a beautifully engraved Colt 1911. $5,000 - $10,000 272

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Details

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

646 *Colt Diamondback Revolver .22 long rifle caliber, 6” barrel length, S/N S82981, right side of the barrel marked “Diamondback” over “.22 Long Rifle”. Left side of the framed marked with Rampant Colt logo. Right side of the barrel marked “Colts PT. FA. MFG. Co. Hartford, Conn. U.S.A.”. Blue finish on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard and trigger. Checkered walnut grips with gold Rampant Colt medallion logos at the top of each side. This revolver is in new like condition retaining the original finish throughout with very minimal to no wear. The grips are excellent. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Comes with original styrofoam package. $1,800 - $2,500

647 *Colt Single Action Army Texas Ranger Commemorative .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 289TR, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Texas Ranger Commemorative One Riot One Ranger”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates and Rampant Colt logo. Right side of barrel marked “Colt Single Action Army .45”. Back strap marked “Texas Ranger”. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, fluted cylinder, back strap and trigger. Lone star medallion on top of the back strap. Case color frame with nickel trigger guard. Walnut grips with Texas Ranger star on the left grip. Comes in display case with Texas Ranger display badge and a cow hide picture book history of the Texas Rangers. New like condition retaining most of the finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger. Vibrant case color frame. Grips are excellent. Bore is excellent.

Mechanically excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

648 *Colt John M. Browning Commemorative 1911 Semi Automatic Pistol .45 colt caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N CJMBC2560, right side of slide action has scroll engraving in gilt marked “The Colt John M. Browning Government Model” next to “Victory” over “Colt” next to “Commemorative 1911 Automatic”. Rampant Colt logo in gilt marked at the the back of the slide action. Left side of slide action has scroll engraving in gilt with patent dates in 4 lines.

Rampant Colt logo in gilt at the back of the slide action. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips. Comes in walnut case with blue lining. Inside of case has a gold plaque honoring the history of John M. Browning and the Government Model 1911. Top of case marked “The Colt” over “John M. Browning” over “Commemorative”. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the blue finish with bright gilt. The grips are excellent. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good to excellent with minor scratches and wear. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

273

649 *Colt Frontier Six Shooter Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N SA66838, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of the frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates. Nickel finish throughout with walnut grips. Grips have a silver Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. Comes with walnut case with Serpent Colt logo in the lower right corner with a green lining. Also comes with original cardboard box. This gun is in new like condition retaining the nickel finish throughout with very little wear. The grips are excellent. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. The Colt case is excellent with very little wear. $1,500 - $2,500

650 *Colt 125th Anniversary Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 2402WC, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame is marked in 3 lines with the patent dates. Blue finish on the barrel and cylinder with etched panels and gilt. Left side of the barrel using Serpent Colt logo and the adverse is the Colt Factory. Back strap in gilt “Col. Sam Colt”. Case color frame with walnut grips. Comes in a Colt Custom box with red lining and Rampant Colt logo. Outside of box is marked with Serpent Colt logo. Like new retaining all of the blue finish with excellent gilt. Case color is vibrant. Bore is very good but dirty. Can clean. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,000

651 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .357 magnum caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 68910SA, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Single Action Army .357 Magnum”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, hammer, trigger, trigger guard and back strap. Case color frame with black checkered grips. Grips have Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side and Eagle motif at the bottom. Gun is new like retaining most of the blue on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, hammer, trigger, trigger guard and back strap. Just very fine muzzle wear. Vibrant case color on the frame. Grips are excellent. Bore is very good. Mechanically excellent. $1,500 - $2,000 274

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

652 *Factory Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 60 Revolver .38 S&W SPL. caliber, 1.75” barrel length, S/N R146593, left side of barrel marked “Smith & Wesson”. Right side marked “.38 S&W SPL.”. Left side of frame marked with S&W logo. Right side of frame marked in 3 lines with Smith & Wesson address. Factory engraved frame and cylinder. Stainless finish with finely figured dark oiled walnut grips. This revolver is new like retaining most of the stainless finish throughout with very little wear. Cylinder shows use from rotating. The markings and engraving are sharp and crisp. The grips are very good. The bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $1,000 - $1,500

653 *Colt 1911 Silver Star Semi Automatic Pistol .45 Colt auto caliber, 5” barrel, S/N SS00150. Left side of the slide reads Silver Star 45 with a star motif. The right side reads Colt Government Model. Stainless finish with matte top to slide.

Wooden grips. Housed in a fitted wooden Colt box. Excellent overall condition. $1,800 - $2,500

654 *Factory Engraved Browning Hi-Power Renaissance Semi Automatic Pistol 9mm parabellum caliber, 4.5” barrel, S/N 74C01878. The left side of the slide is marked Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q / Made in Belgium. The barrel has the caliber marking and a Belgian proof, which also appears on the underside of the butt. The pistol features deeply engraved vine patterns throughout. Gold trigger with synthetic pearl grips. The pistol comes in a fitted wooden case, with a Browning plaque. Excellent condition throughout. $2,500 - $3,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

275

655 *Browning Hi-Power Centennial Semi Automatic Pistol 9 mm caliber, 4.75” barrel length, S/N 1878D0223, left side of the slide action marked “Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q.” over “Made in Belgium”.

Right side of slide action marked “Browning Centennial” over “1878-1978”. Nickel finish with gold plated trigger. Checkered Walnut grips missing the Browning logo on each side.

Comes in Browning Centennial walnut case with red lining. New like condition retaining most of the nickel finish with little wear. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with little wear. $1,000 - $1,500

656 *Colt New Frontier Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 4.75” barrel length, S/N 13138NF, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel.

Left side of the barrel marked “Colt New Frontier S.A.A. .45”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap, trigger guard and trigger. Case color frame with walnut grips. Grips have a gold medallion Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. This gun is in new like condition retaining all the finish on the barrel and ejector with little to no wear. The cylinder shows all blue as well as the back strap and trigger guard. The case color on the frame is vibrant. The grips are excellent. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. Comes in original styrofoam box. $1,000 - $1,500

657 *Browning Acid Etched Hi-Power Semi Automatic Pistol 9 mm caliber, 4.75” barrel length, S/N 245PZ84152, left side of the slide action marked “Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q”. Right side of the slide action marked “Made in Belgium” over “By Fabrique Nationale Herstal”. Acid etched floral engraving on the slide action and frame.

Stainless finish throughout with gold plated trigger. Checkered walnut grips with Browning logo medallion on each side. This exquisite firearm is in new like condition retaining all the finish with minimal wear. The acid etchings and markings are very sharp and crisp. The trigger retains most of the gold plating. The grips are excellent. The bore is bright and shiny. Mechanically excellent. $2,000 - $3,000 276

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

658 *Colt Woodsman Semi Automatic Pistol in Original Box .22 LR caliber, 4.5” barrel, S/N 12629-S. Blue finish with right handed brown Bakelite grips with Colt logo. With correct magazine. In original box with tool and paperwork. The box has the slightest of wear to the edges and corners, otherwise all else in very good to excellent condition. $800 - $1,200

660 Colt Frontier Six Shooter .44-40 cal., 4.75” barrel, S/N 63661, hard rubber grips, Colt Frontier Six Shooter on left side of barrel, black powder frame, all matching numbers. Very good, very good bore, metal has turned a mottled grey, grips show some ware. $1,000 - $1,500 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

659 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 19763SA, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Single Action Army .45”. Left side of the frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. The frame is case colored. Black checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. This gun is in new like condition retaining the blue finish on the barrel and ejector. The back strap and trigger guard retains all the blue finish. The cylinder shows very little wear from rotation. The frame has vibrant case colors. The hammer has a little speckling on the right and left sides. The grips are excellent. The bore is very good plus and can clean to better.

Mechanically excellent. $1,500 - $2,500

661 **Colt Bisley Model Revolver .38 W.C.F. caliber, 4.75” barrel length, S/N 304819 (all visible numbers are matching), markings on left side of barrel “Bisley Model” next to caliber markings. 2 line barrel address on top of the barrel. Left side of frame is marked with patent dates and Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, trigger, trigger guard and backstrap. Case color frame and hammer. Black rubber checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo on the top of each side. The barrel and ejector retain some of the blue finish with wear showing areas of gray metal along each side.

The cylinder retains some of the blue showing wear from the cylinder rotating. The trigger retains most of the blue and the trigger guard and back strap retain some of the blue blending to a patina. The frame and hammer retain some of the case coloring. The grips are good but do show wear. Mechanically good. Bore is very good. $1,500 - $2,500 APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

277

662 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 227073, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and hammer. Carved steer head pearl grips. Comes with a factory letter. This was 1 of 10 guns shipped on June 3, 1902, to M. Hartley Company in New York City. This barrel and ejector retain most of the original blue finish with slight wear to the muzzle and ejector that is consistent with holstering. The cylinder is very sharp with wear to the edges and from cylinder rotation. The frame and hammer retain a strong amount of case color that is beginning to blend to a patina. The grips are good but do show some wear with a chip to the top right corner and the lower left corner on the right side of the grip. The left side of the grip shows a repair to the top left corner. The bore is excellent.

Mechanically excellent. $6,000 - $8,500 663 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44/40 caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 231426 (ca. 1902), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Blue barrel, cylinder, trigger and trigger guard with case color frame. Mother of pearl grips with carved steer head and ruby eyes. Comes with factory letter. Letter states this was one of two guns in the shipment to George Tritch Hardware Co. in Denver, Colorado. Retains most of the blue finish with some wear consistent with use on the barrel and cylinder. The frame retains most of the case coloring blending to patina. The grips are very good. The bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $5,000 - $7,500

278

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

664 **Colt Detective Special Revolver .38 Detective Special caliber, 2” barrel length, S/N 390484, left side of barrel marked “38 Detective Special” and right side has 2 line barrel address. Left side of frame has Rampant Colt logo. Bottom of the backstrap marked “Dbn. PD. No. 18”. Nickel finish with pearl grips. Retains most of the nickel finish throughout the revolver. The pearl grips are good with some wear and a chip at the corners on each side. Mechanically very good and the bore is excellent. $1,000 - $1,500

666 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 197554. Barrel marked with two line Hartford address, and the caliber on the left side. The left side of the frame is marked with patent dates and rampant Colt logo. With checkered hard rubber grips with the initials AH inscribed on the underside. The majority of the finish is in a flat, gunmetal patina. The underside of the barrel has several small dings to the metal. Some of the case coloring is lightly visible in some small areas of the triggerguard. The bore and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $4,000 SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

665 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 4.75” barrel, S/N 200466. With matching numbers throughout. Barrel marked with two line barrel address, and the caliber on the left side. The frame is marked with the two line patent markings and the rampant Colt logo. With checkered hard rubber grips. The finish is mostly in a flat gunmetal patina with plum flecks throughout. Some case colors remain on the hammer. The bore is good and will clean to better. The hammer only stays at half cock. $2,000 - $4,000

667 **Cased Colt Model 1903 Semi-Automatic Pistol .25 caliber, 2.5” barrel, S/N 273945. Blue finish with hard rubber Colt grips. Housed in a fruit wood case with red velvet lining. Very good, very good bore, most of the original blued finish, case hardened grip safety and trigger. $800 - $1,000

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

279

668 *Colt Texas Ranger Commemorative Single Action Army Revolver .45 caliber, 7.5” barrel length, S/N 650TR, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel.

Left side of the barrel marked “Texas Ranger Commemorative, One Riot One Ranger”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Back strap marked with “Texas Ranger”. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, trigger and back strap. Case color frame with nickel trigger guard. Walnut grips with Texas Ranger star medallion on the left side of the grip and a lone star medallion at the top of the back strap. Comes in glass top display case with red lining. New like condition retaining all the finish with bright and vibrant case color. The grips are excellent. All markings are sharp and crisp. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. The case is beautifully crafted with minor wear. $1,000 - $1,500

669 *Colt Ned Buntline Commemorative Revolver .45 caliber, 12” round barrel length, S/N NB0235, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Ned Buntline Commemorative”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Right side of barrel marked “Colt New Frontier S.A.A. .45”. Nickel finish throughout with black checkered grips. Grips have a Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side and Eagle motif at the bottom of each side. Comes in a commemorative glass top case with a Ned Buntline plaque. Case has a burgundy lining. This revolver is in new like condition retaining all the nickel finish. The grips are excellent. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. The case is beautifully crafted for display. $1,500 - $2,500

670 **Husqvarna 98 Action Bolt Action Rifle Belonging To The Late Sid Caesar .220 Swift caliber, 24” barrel, S/N 141951. The rifle features a deluxe checkered stock with a jeweled bolt and Leupold scope, jeweled bolt. The stock features a silver plate with the initials S.C., which stands for Sid Caesar. Star of stage and screen, his movies such as Grease and It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World and his hit TV show Your Show of Shows in the golden age of television have made him a lasting legend. Very good overall condition with a very good bore. The metal has most of its original blue finish. Stock and metal show slight field use. scope has a couple of small scratches at the rear. $1,500 - $2,500 280

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

671 *Browning Exhibition Over Under Shotgun With Briley Ultralite Tubes 12 gauge, 28” barrels, S/N 16129. The left side of the barrel is marked in cursive, Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q. / Made in Belgium. The right side is marked in cursive, 12 Ga Shells 2 3/4” Browning Patents / Special Steel. The frame features small intricately engraved scrolls throughout, with dot engravings in the border and the serial number engraved on the lower tang.

The exhibition grade pistol grip stock features fine checkering on the pistol grip and the forearm. The hard rubber buttpad has a soft rubber insert. The shotgun is housed in a stainless steel Briley case, with an upper compartment that holds six Briley Ultralite tubes (for Browning), which includes a top and bottom barrel in 20 gauge, 28 gauge and .410 gauge. The original invoice for the set, dated 12-14-94, is included, and has all the tube dimensions listed. The set includes two sets of screw in choke tubes, a mallet and a bore tool. Very good to excellent overall condition. The Briley tubes appear to be unused. $6,500 - $9,000

672 *Merkel Model 47E Side By Side Shotgun 12 gauge, 28” barrels, S/N 434857. The barrel is marked GSI Inc T’ville AL / Gebr.

Merkel Suhl / Made In Germany. The underside of the barrel is marked with the caliber, chamber and German proof marks. The casehardened frame has vine engravings with engraved screws. The underside features a Suhl marking. The fancy grain pistol grip stock and forearm feature deluxe checkering and a plastic gripcap and buttplate. The shotgun is in its original box that includes waxpaper, the operators manual and a factory certificate. Excellent overall condition. $2,500 - $3,500 673 *SKB Arms Model 585 Three Barrel Over Under Shotgun .410, 28 and 20 gauge, three 28” barrels, S/N NS 90612. Each barrel is marked with the gauge in gilt at the breech. Barrel markings also include model, gauge, chamber and Made By New SKB Arms Company Japan. Each barrel has its own fancy grain walnut forearm with deluxe checkering and floral engravings. The frame features beutifully engraved scroll and floral patterns throughout. The frame also features relief engraved roses on both sides, the underside and the triggerguard. The roses appear to have several different colors of gold. The fancy grain walnut pistol grip stock features checkering and a gripcap and soft rubber SKB buttpad. The shotgun and barrels are housed in a fitted metal case that includes several tools. The wood has one small sing on the left of the wrist, but all else is in excellent overall condition. $2,500 - $4,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

281

674 *Browning Centennial Double Rifle And Over Under Shotgun Combination Set, Engraved by Vandersmisseng .30-06 caliber/20 gauge, 24”/26 3/8” barrels, S/N 1878C-223. The rifle barrel has a folding leaf sight and a raised blade front sight, with Browning company name, address and caliber markings, and Made in Belgium. The shotgun barrel has a bead front sight, with the same markings. The frame features a gold engraved buck on the left side, with a gold engraved quail on the right. Both creatures are surrounded by a vine border, with scroll pattern engravings. The underside of the frame features an engraved portrait of Jonathan Browning, with 1878-1978 in a scroll. The left side of the frame is signedVANDERSMISSENG. The stock features fancy grade walnut with deluxe engraving, and a hard rubber Browning buttplate. Both barrels have their own forearm of fancy grain walnut with deluxe checkering. Everything is housed in a fitted wooden case. The left side of the butt has an approximate 2 inch horizontal crack, otherwise all else is in excellent overall condition. $6,500 - $9,000

675 *Browning BAR Hi-Power Rifle, Engraved by J. Dujardin And E. Vos .30-06 BAR caliber, 22.75” barrel, S/N 437PY00064. The barrel is marked with Browning name and address, caliber and Made In Belgium

By Fabrique Nationale Herstal, with Belgian proof marks at the breech. The frame features deep relief scroll engravings throughout.

The left side of the frame features detailed engravings of mule deer, and is marked One of Six Hundred in a scroll and signed E. Vos. There is also a gold inlaid engraved mule deer. The top of the rounded frame is engraved Mule Deer on the left side. The right side features engraved white tail deer, and is marked 064 of Six Hundred in a scroll and signed J. Dujardin. There is also a gold inlaid engraved white tail. The top of the rounded frame is engraved White Tail Deer. The pistol grip stock and forearm feature deluxe checkered fancy grain walnut with relief carved vine and dot patterns. The rifle is housed in a fitted wooden case and included its original instruction booklet. Excellent condition throughout. $2,000 - $3,500 282

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

676 *Browning BSS Side by Side Shotgun 12 gauge, 26” barrels, S/N 01063PT918. Barrel with Browning name, address and caliber. Marked Made in Japan. The frame features floral and scroll engravings throughout. The stock and forearm are of fancy grain wood and are checkered. The underside of the butt has a casehardened metal thumbprint and the butt has a straight profile and is checkered. Excellent condition throughout. $4,000 - $6,000

677 *L.C. Smith Specialty Grade Hunter One Trigger Side by Side Shotgun 12 gauge, 32” barrels, S/N RE94402. Blue finished barrel marked L.C. Smith Specialty Grade and Hunter Arms Co. Inc. M’F’R’S Fulton NY USA. The barrels are engraved at the breech, with the left barrel etched R.L. Mendenhall Trotwood, Ohio. The center rib features two bead sights. The shotgun features Hunter’s one trigger mechanism. Each side of the frame features an engraved hunting scene with ducks and quail, surrounded by floral engravings and marked L.C. Smith. The fancy grain pistol grip stock and forearm are finely checkered, and include a gripcap and a Morgan adjustable soft rubber buttpad. Nearly all of the original blue finish remains on the barrels. The frame has an even gunmetal patina, with some traces of case coloring remaining in protected areas. The blue finish is present on the triggerguard, but worn in areas. The stock and forearm are in very good condition. The bores and mechanics are excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

678 *Browning Superposed Over Under Shotgun 12 gauge, 28” barrel length, S/N 16880 S73, left side of the barrel marked “Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q.” over “Made in Belgium”. Right side of barrel marked “Browning Superposed” over “Special Steel 12 GA. Shells_2 3/4” over “Browning Patents”.

Frosted steel finish on the receiver, trigger guard and lower tang with tight scroll engravings. The right and left side of the receiver has 2 flushing doves. Blue barrels with gold trigger. Fancy walnut checkered pistol grip and forearm with black “Browning” marked butt plate. Single bead rear sight. LOP is 14.25”. Drop at the heel is 2.5”. Top barrel is modified. Bottom barrel is modified. Retains most of the blue finish with very little wear at the muzzle and where the forearm releases. The steel finish is beautifully engraved and the markings are sharp and crisp. Very little to no wear on the stock and forearm. Bores are very good plus. Mechanically excellent. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

283

679 *Beretta Model 687 EELL Sporting Over Under Shotgun 12 gauge, 29.5” ribbed barrel length, S/N L52185B, markings on the left side of the barrel “P.Berreta - Gardone V.T. - Italy -” next to “Sporting” over “12 GA. 2 3/4 and 3 In. Shot Shells - 29 1/2”. Right side of barrel marked “Made in Italy”. Tightly scroll engravings on the right, left and bottom of the steel receiver. Left side of the receiver has 2 standing pheasants and one in flight. The right side of the receiver has a standing woodcock and one in flight. Signed by engraver Botega C. Giorlanelli. Blue finish on the barrels and trigger guard. Gold trigger with black rubber recoil pad. Walnut checkered pistol grip stock and forearm. Butt stock has silver inlaid oval.

Comes with original box. LOP is 14.75”. Drop at the heel is 2.25”. Screw in choke system. This shotgun is new like retaining most of the blue finish on the barrels and trigger guard. The markings and engravings are sharp and crisp. The stock and forearm are in very good condition with little to no wear. Bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. $3,000 - $4,000

680 *Browning One of Five Thousand Model A5 Shotgun, Engraved by M. DiFranco 12 gauge, 28” barrel, S/N 211BC0055. The barrel is marked with the Browning name, address, caliber and Made in Japan - Engraved in Belgium by FN Herstal. The frame features deep relief scroll engravings throughout. The left side features a deep relief engraved duck surrounded by scroll engraving, and a deep relief engraved scene of a hound chasing after a fallen duck, surrounded by scroll engraving. Below that is a scroll that is engraved One of Five Thousand. The right side of the frame features two deep reief engraved ducks, surrounded by scroll engravings, with a portrait of Jonathan Browning at the rear.The frame is signed, M. DiFranco. The pistol grip stock fetures deluxe checkering and a hard rubber Browning buttplate. The forearm features finger grooves and deluxe checkering as well. Excellent condition throughout. $1,500 - $2,500

681 *Claudia Perfido Engraved Browning Grade IV Slide Action Rifle .22 S, L or LR caliber, 22” barrel, S/N 166CS01451. Barrel with Browning name and address, and marked Made in Belgium. The stainless frame features gold inlaid hunting dog and quail on the left side, with a gold inlaid hunting dog and ducks on the right side. Both sides of gold inlay are surrounded by beautifully detailed scroll engravings. The engraver’s name, C. Perfido and initials are stamped on the underside of the frame. The underside also bears a proof mark, as does the breechblock. The triggerguard is stamped with a Browning buck proof, and is marked G IV. With a fancy grain checkered walnut pistol grip stock and forearm, with a steel buttplate. Excellent overall condition throughout. $2,000 - $3,000

284

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

682 *Signed Funken Engraved Browning Grade III .22 Caliber Semi-Automatic Rifle with Wheel Rear Sight .22 long rifle caliber, 19” round barrel length, S/N T90, top of the barrel marked “Browning Arms Company St. Louis, Mo.” over “Made in Belgium”. Right side of barrel marked “Browning’s Patent”. The receiver is deep relief engraved with 3 panel scenes. The top has a tight scroll engraving with a portrait of a hunting dog holding a duck. The right side is deep relief engraved with tight scrolls with a hunting dog flushing 2 ducks in a marsh scene signed by F. Funken. Left side is deep relief engraved with tight scrolls and a hunting dog flushing 2 pheasants in brush scene signed by F. Funken a 2nd time. Blue barrel with brushed steel receiver and fancy walnut checkered pistol grip stock and forearm. Black butt plate. This beautiful rifle is in new like condition retaining most of the blue finish with very minimal wear to the muzzle. The barrel markings are sharp and crisp. The receiver’s deep relief engraving is very sharp and crisp while maintaining all the original finish. The checkering on the stock is very sharp and overall stock is excellent with minimal wear. Bore is excellent.

Mechanically excellent. $3,000 - $5,000

683 *Springfield BM-59 Semi Automatic Rifle 7.62 mm, 23.5” barrel, S/N 0000773. Almost all metal parts, including stock, are marked P.B. BM 59. The barrel features a folding bipod/100 yard sight, and features a flash suppressor/rifle grenade launcher. The rear of the receiver is marked 7.62mm BM 59 / Springfield Armory and the serial number. Walnut stock/handguard with a rubber buttplate with a full compartment of cleaning tools. Canvas sling and magazine included. In excellent overall condition. $1,500 - $2,000

684 *Winchester Model 101 In Original Box 12 gauge, 30” barrels, S/N K133759. The barrel is marked with WInchester name, address, model, gauge and Made in Japan. The frame, triggerguard, barrel release and selector are all engraved. The underside of the frame is marked linKodensha Co. Ltd. Checkered walnut pistolgrip stock and forearm, with grip cap and Winchester rubber buttpad. Excellent overall condition throughout. $1,000 - $1,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

285

685 *Cased Kriegoff Model K-80 Competition Shotgun And Barrel Set 12 gauge, 30” over/under barrel (2 3/4”, full choke / 2 3/4”, improved modified) and 34” single shot barrel (2 3/4”, full choke ), S/N 24009. The cased set features an over/under barrel and a single shot barrel. Both are marked Made in Germany and have caliber and proof markings. The barrels have perforations near the muzzle. The stainless steel frame has scroll engravings throughout. The underside is marked K80 H. Krieghoff GmbH ULM W.-Germany. With oil stained and waterproof pistol grip stock and forearm, with checkering, and adjustable Monte Carlo trap stock and a soft rubber buttpad. Everything is housed in a metal case with the original owners manual and some tools. Very good to excellent condition. $8,000 - $12,000

687 Pair Of Carved Pearl Grips For Colt Single Action Recolver A pair of grips for a Colt single action revolver, Model 1873. Very good. $1,500 - $2,000

686 Leather Case For Colt Pocket Automatic Pistol Black leather case measuring 8” by 6” with blue lining for a Colt pocket automatic pistol. Serpent Colt logo is marked on the inside in Gold.

Silver clasp closure. The box does show age with normal wear but otherwise in very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500

688 Pair Of Carved Longhorn Pearl Grips Factory carved pearl longhorn steer motif grips.

Excellent. $1,500 - $2,000

286

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

689 Factory Engraved Colt Model 1877 Lighting Revovler .38 caliber, 5” barrel length, S/N 80409 (ca. 1890), 2 line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel.

Left side of barrel marked “Colt D.A. 38”. Patent dates marked on left side of frame in 3 lines.

Factory engraving on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Nickel finish with blue screw heads. Ivory grips. This was 1 of 2 guns shipped to Hartley & Graham on December 19, 1890. Comes with factory letter. This revolver retains most of the original nickel finish on the frame and cylinder. The flutes in the cylinder have a very fine salt and pepper pitting.

The barrel and ejector have been re-nickled with some wear to the muzzle. The hammer has very fine pitting blending to a patina. The grips show age with a repair to the corner on the left side and cracks throughout. Bore is good and can clean to better. Mechanically very good. $2,000 - $3,000

690 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 217636, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side marked “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of frame marked in 3 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame with black checkered grips. Grips have Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. The gun retains little finish on all parts blending to a gray to plum patina. The Colt Frontier Six Shooter markings are of the wrong font and have been re-marked. The grips are good showing age consistent with use. Bore is good. Mechanically very good. $1,000 - $2,000

691 Colt Single Action Army Revolver .44-40 caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 173963 (ca. 1897), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked in roll die “Colt Frontier Six Shooter”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard. Case color frame and hammer. Black checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo on top of each side. The barrel and ejector retain a lot of the blue finish with some areas thinning to a gray patina. The cylinder retains some of the blue with a lot of wear from the cylinder rotating and to the edges with some scratches. The frame and hammer retain strong amounts of case color with the top of the frame having very fine salt and pepper pitting. The grips are good. The bore is good and can clean to better. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000

692 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 7.5” barrel length, S/N 352542, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “.45 Colt”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue barrel, ejector, 6 shot fluted cylinder, back strap, trigger guard and trigger. Case colored frame and hammer with carved steer head pearl grips. Comes with factory letter. This was 1 of 5 guns shipped to California Hardware Co. in Los Angles, California on September 18, 1929. Retains most of the blue finish on the blue areas with some muzzle wear.

Cylinder shows wear from rotation and thinning on the edges of the flutes. Grips are good with a chip repair to the right corner near the frame and a chip to the lower left corner near the back strap. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $2,500 - $5,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

287

693 **Colt Bisley Model Revolver .38 Colt caliber, 7.5” round barrel length, S/N 250364, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Bisley Model” next to “.38 Colt”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap, trigger guard and trigger. Case color frame with black checkered grips with Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. Retains most of the blue finish on the barrel with some wear to the muzzle. Most of the blue remains on the ejector, back strap, trigger guard and trigger.

The cylinder shows wear from rotation but retains most of the blue. Vibrant case color on the frame.

Grips are very good. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $3,000 - $5,000

694 **Colt Bisley Model Revolver .32 W.C.F. caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 219248, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Bisley Model” next to caliber markings. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector, cylinder, back strap, trigger and trigger guard. Case color frame with black checkered grips.

Grips have Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side. The barrel and ejector retain some of the blue blending to a silvery gray patina with some muzzle wear. The cylinder retains some of the blue with wear to the edges and from the cylinder rotating. There are some areas of fine salt and pepper pitting. The back strap and trigger guard have a plum to silvery gray patina. The frame has traces of case color blending to a patina with some fine salt and pepper pitting. The grips are very good with minimal wear. The bore is good plus. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,500

695 **Custom Engraved Colt Army Special Revolver .38 caliber, 4” barrel length, S/N 509033, 2 line Colt Hartford address and patent dates marked on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Colt Army Special .38”. Left side of frame marked with Rampant Colt logo and inscribed in a banner “L.W. Bennett”.

Nickel finish with Philadelphia style engraving using tight scrolls throughout the frame, barrel, trigger guard and back strap. Gold plated engraved cylinder with gold plated trigger and hammer. Mother of pearl grips with silver Rampant Colt medallion logo at the top of each side.

This revolver was ordered by a company in Philadelphia and shipped with a blued finish. It was custom engraved and plated for L.W. Bennett, Attorney at Law, in Philadelphia circa 1923. This revolver retains most of the nickel finish throughout with sharp and crisp markings and engraving. The cylinder retains most of the gold plating with wear to the edges. The trigger retains some of the gold with wear exposing some gray metal. The hammer retains most of the gold. The grips are very good with a chip to the top right of the grip.

The bore is good and can clean to better. Mechanically very good. $2,500 - $5,000

288

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

696 **Webley & Scott Mark VI Short Barrel DA Revolver .455 Webley caliber, 4” barrel, S/N 452526. Top flat of barrel marked Webley & Scott LTD Birmingham & London. Blue finish with checkered hard rubber grips. The bore and finish are both in excellent condition. Very good to excellent overall condition. $2,000 - $3,000

697 Webley RIC Model 83 DA Revolver .450 caliber, 2.5” barrel, S/N 78425. Left side of frame marked with flying bullet logo over Webley’s Model 83 R.I.C. 5 Shot. Nickel finish with checkered wooden grip. Excellent bore, in excellent overall condition. Almost all of the nickel finish remains. $1,000 - $2,000

698 **Webley & Scott Mark VI .22 Conversion Target DA Revolver .22 l caliber, 7” barrel, S/N 292839. With Webley .22 barrel conversion Left side of frame marked Webley Patents Mark VI 1917. With broad arrow markings throughout. Blue finish, with checkered hard rubber grips. The bore is in excellent condition. The finish is slightly faded, but in otherwise very good condition. $1,800 - $2,200

699 **Colt Diamondback Revolver .22 long rifle caliber, 2.5” barrel length, S/N D42210, left side of barrel marked “Diamondback” over “.22 Long Rifle”. Right side of barrel marked with 2 line Hartford address. Left side of frame has Rampant Colt logo. 6 shot fluted cylinder. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips.

Grips have silver Rampant Colt medallion logo on each side. Retains most of the finish with just minimal wear to the muzzle. The grips are very good with minimal wear. Bore is very good.

Mechanically very good. $1,000 - $1,500

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

289

700 **Colt Single Action Army Revolver Factory Lettered To Wells Fargo & Co .45 Colt caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 288172, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “.45 Colt”. Left side of frame marked with patent dates in 2 lines next to Rampant Colt logo. Bottom of back strap marked “W.F. & Co.”. Blue finish with case color frame and black checkered grips. Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side of the grips. Retains some of the blue finish blending to a gray patina with very fine salt and pepper pitting on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, hammer, back strap and trigger guard. The frame has traces of case color. Markings are good. The grips are good. The bore is good. Mechanically very good. $6,000 - $9,000

701 Custom Cattle Brand Engraved Colt Single Action Army Revolver .38 W.C.F. caliber, 5.5” round barrel length, S/N 235201, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked with caliber markings. The left side of the frame marked with patent dates in 2 lines next to Rampant Colt logo. Very intriguing and detailed custom cattle brand engraving on the barrel, ejector, frame, cylinder, back strap and trigger guard.

Nickel finish with carved lizard motif faux ivory grips. This revolver is very good retaining most of the re-nickel finish throughout while maintaining the integrity of the markings. The grips are very good with a yellowing tint. Bore has some pitting. Mechanically excellent. $3,000 - $5,000

702 **Colt Camp Perry Single Shot Revolver .22 long rifle, 8.25” round barrel length, S/N 421, 2 line Colt Hartford address over patent dates on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “Cal. 22 Long Rifle”. Left side of cylinder marked “Camp Perry Model”. Left side of frame has Rampant Colt logo. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips. Grips have Rampant Colt medallion logo at the top of each side. Retains most of the blue with wear to the muzzle and the high edges. Right side of the frame below the cylinder has some wear exposing gray metal. The grips are very good with minor nicks and dings. Bore is very good. Mechanically very good. $1,500 - $2,000

290

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

703 *Colt New Frontier Revolver Ned Buntline Commemorative .45 caliber, 12” round barrel length, S/N NB2611, single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of the barrel marked “Ned Buntline Commemorative”. Left side of frame marked in 2 lines with patent dates next to Rampant Colt logo. Right side of barrel marked “Colt New Frontier S.A.A. .45”. Nickel finish throughout with black checkered grips. Grips have a Rampant Colt logo at the top of each side and eagle motif at the bottom of each side. Comes in a commemorative glass top case with a Ned Buntline plaque. Case has a burgundy lining. This revolver is in new like condition retaining all the nickel finish. The grips are excellent. All markings are sharp and crisp. The bore is excellent. Mechanically excellent. The case is beautifully crafted for display. Top of case has some scratches. $1,500 - $2,500

704 *Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt caliber, 7.5” barrel length, S/N 342855 (ca. 1921), single line Colt Hartford address on top of the barrel. Left side of barrel marked “.45 Colt.” Left side of frame marked in two lines with patent dates and Rampant Colt logo. Six-shot fluted cylinder. Blue finish on the barrel, ejector rod, cylinder and back strap. Case color frame with ivory grips. Grips have rampant Colt medallion logo on top of each side. Comes with factory letter and custom case. This was one gun in a shipment of one to Watkins Cottrell in Richmond, Va., on May 20, 1922. Barrel and ejector rod retain a lot of the blue finish blending to a patina. The barrel however was replaced to a 7.5” barrel from a 5.5” barrel. The frame has traces of case color blending to a patina. The grips have a dark yellowing to mustard patina. Hairline crack on left side of the grips. Bore is good.

Mechanically very good. $2,000 - $3,000

SEE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AND CONDITION REPORTS OF ALL LOTS AT COWANS.COM

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

291

Firearms and Militaria Day 2 — April 27, 2016 600+ Lots View all lots online at cowans.com or request a printed listing by emailing catalogs@cowans.com

292

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

Office Staff President and Principal Auctioneer C. Wesley Cowan - info@cowans.com

Fine Jewelry and Timepieces Brad Wanstrath - jewelry@cowans.com

Business Operations Reid Sikes - reid@cowans.com

American History Katie Horstman - historic@cowans.com Matt Chapman - matt@cowans.com Katie Wright - katherine@cowans.com

Specialists American Indian Art Danica M. Farnand - indianart@cowans.com Susan Labry Meyn Books and Manuscripts Patricia Tench - pat@cowans.com Fine and Decorative Art Graydon Sikes - art@cowans.com Kirstie Craven - kcraven@cowans.com Jennifer Howe - jenniferhowe@cowans.com Jonathan Nolting - jonathan@cowans.com Leah Vogelpohl - leah@cowans.com Pauline Archambault - pauline@cowans.com Historic Firearms and Early Militaria Jack Lewis - firearms@cowans.com Joe Moran - joe@cowans.com Joe Higgins - photographer Bill Lewis - bill@cowans.com Sam Cowan - sam@cowans.com John Gangel - johngangel@cowans.com Emery Maury Doug Hamilton William K. Combs Carolyn Luken

Office Manager / Auction Coordinator Phyllis Terry - phyllis@cowans.com Dawnie Komotios - dawnie@cowans.com Donna Samuels - donna@cowans.com Amy Francis - info@cowans.com Laura Meyer - laura@cowans.com Production Manager Maureen Buri - maureen@cowans.com Marketing, Public Relations and Advertising Evan Sikes - evan@cowans.com

Catalog Design Barb Siegel - barb.siegeldesign@gmail.com Jennifer Castle - jenny@cowans.com Installations Coordinator Nick Grote - nick@cowans.com Shipping Dan Wolfangel - shipping@cowans.com Dave Shear Michael Schroder Cleveland Office Michael DeFina - michaeldefina@cowans.com Carrie Corrigan - carrie@cowans.com Lauren Casale - lauren@cowans.com Denver Office Timothy Stenger - timstenger@cowans.com

Photography Linda Gillings - photo@cowans.com David Jackson

MAP TO COWAN'S COWAN’S 6270 Este Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45232 DIRECTIONS: Cowan’s is located off I-75 at Exit 9 (Seymour Ave. & Paddock Rd. Exit). At exit ramp, take Paddock south, and turn right (west) onto Seymour. Continue on Seymour Avenue past Vine St. and the railroad crossing. The second street past the railroad crossing is Este Ave. Turn left onto Este into the “Ridgewood Industrial Park.”

Cowan’s is on the left at 6270 Este Ave. See our website COWANS.COM for additional travel directions and local hotel accommodations.

Follow Cowan’s on Facebook! facebook.com/CowansAuctions APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

293

Terms and Conditions FEDERAL FIREARMS LICENSE HANDLING POLICY ALL FIREARMS requiring a license are noted with asterisks. * Indicates the weapon is regulated FFL laws. ** Indicates the weapon is regulated by C&R laws. *** Indicates the weapon is regulated NFA laws.

COWAN’S AUCTIONS, INC. STRICTLY COMPLIES WITH ALL FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE SALE AND TRANSFER OF FIREARMS. UNLESS SPECIFIED BELOW, ALL TRANSFERS OF MODERN HANDGUNS MUST TAKE PLACE AT COWAN’S AUCTIONS. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO KNOW AND COMPLY WITH ALL STATE FIREARMS REGULATIONS. NO EXCEPTIONS! 1) HAND GUNS. Non Ohio resident buyers of handguns must first pay for their purchases before leaving the auction. All modern hand guns must be retained by an agent. All buyers must make arrangements with a local firearms dealer in their resident state to provide Cowan’s a copy of the FFL license holder to whom any modern handgun will be shipped. Upon receipt of the copy of this license, a purchase will be packaged and shipped (at the buyer’s expense) to the appropriate FFL holder. This is a federal law and must be complied with regardless of a buyer’s resident state. Please allow up to four weeks for delivery.

Ohio residents may take possession of a modern handgun immediately after their purchase, provided they successfully complete a NICS background check which can occur on the auction premises or afterwards. Such transfer shall be made by Cowan’s.

2) MODERN LONG GUNS. Both residents and non-residents may take possession of modern long arms by first paying, then filing an ATF form 4473 and completing the NICS background check.

SPECIAL NOTE: In most cases, the NICS process will take 2-3 minutes to approve or deny. Exceptions may take up to 3 business days. For further information, you may contact the NICS information line at 304.625.2750 or view the information on the website at: http://www.fbi.gov/program/nics/index.htm 3) ANTIQUE GUNS. May be purchased and removed from the auction premises on the day of sale by anyone, resident or nonresident.

DISCLAIMER: Neither Cowan’s Auctions, their consignors, employees or agents warrant the safety or the shootability of any firearm sold.

All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. Buyers wishing to fire ANY firearm purchased in this auction are strongly advised to have the weapon(s) examined by a competent gunsmith who will test the weapon for its shootability and also to ensure that the caliber of the breech is, in fact, the caliber that it is thought to be.

COWAN’S AUCTIONS CLASS III LICENSE POLICY Cowan’s Auctions in Cincinnati, Ohio is a recognized dealer in Class III items and is recognized as a (63) NRA Firearms Dealer and will comply with all regulations.

Buyers are expected to know their states laws and regulations on machine guns prior to bidding. The following states do not allow individuals to own machine guns: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. For more details please visit the website for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives at www.atf.gov.

294

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

The three forms necessary to fill out upon purchase of machine guns will be supplied by Cowan’s Auctions. These forms are: 1) ATF Form #4 (and possibly ATF Form #5) 2) Fingerprint Card, and 3) ATF form 5330.20 Certificate of Compliance.

1) Cowan’s Auction policy is that the buyer will assume all transfer fees relating to the purchase of Class III weapons.

2) All buyers are expected to promptly fill out paperwork and comply with all related laws and regulations.

3) Please allow up to three months, if necessary, for paperwork to be completed to transfer a machine gun.

COWAN’S AUCTIONS TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE By registering and bidding in an auction conducted by Cowan’s Auctions, Inc. (“Cowan’s”), bidders (whether present in person, by telephone, by agent, by written or telephone absentee bid instruction, or through a live internet connection) agree to be bound by these terms. These are the complete and only terms and conditions on which all property is offered for sale. Cowan’s retains the right to bar any bidder from participating in any auction and to exclude or reject any bid.

1) REGISTRATION. All bidders must register their name, permanent street address (no P.O. Boxes), and telephone number prior to the auction. Unless known to Cowan’s, all registrants are required to present two forms of identification, at least one of which must include a current photograph. Bidders may be required to present a valid Visa or MasterCard. By registering with Cowan’s or submitting an absentee bid form, an individual registrant authorizes Cowan’s to obtain a copy of his or her consumer credit report and authorizes Cowan’s, at its sole discretion, to use the information contained therein to make business decisions regarding the registrant’s participation in the bidding process.

2) ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS. Bidding on any item, whether in person, by phone, by absentee bid or via a live internet auction indicates the bidder’s agreement to be bound by these Terms and Conditions for Bidders. Any right of bidder under this agreement shall not be assignable and shall only be enforceable by the original buyer. The rights and obligations of the parties shall be governed by the laws of the state of Ohio. All bidders submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts in Hamilton County in the State of Ohio.

3) TERMS OF SALE. Announcements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous communication. The auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time before its final sale and to reject any bid for any reason. The highest bidder for each lot acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the “buyer”. If any dispute arises as to any bidding, or between two or more bidders, at the sole discretion of the auctioneer, the successful bidder will be determined or the disputed lot shall be put up again at the last undisputed bid and resold.

4) BUYER’S PREMIUM. (a) Buyer’s Premium for “Firearms” auctions; the Auctioneer will collect and retain from the Buyer, as additional commission, a premium equal to 15% the Sale Price of each Lot up to and including $200,000, plus 10% of the amount by which the Sale Price exceeds $200,000. (b) Buyer’s Premium for online, timed and other third-party bidding platforms may vary.

5) ESTIMATES AND RESERVES. Presale estimates are intended to be guides and may or may not reflect the ultimate hammer price of a lot. Cowan’s retains the right to change estimates on any lot up to time of sale. A reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the seller of the lot and Cowan’s. In the case of reserved lots, the seller has authorized Cowan’s to bid on seller’s behalf until the reserve price is reached. In no case will the reserve be higher than the low presale estimate. Cowan’s standard house reserve on all property at auction is one-half of the low estimate.

6) WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS. Cowan’s makes a limited warranty only to the original buyer of record concerning the authenticity of each lot for a period of 14 days after bidder’s receipt of the purchased lot. If a buyer is not satisfied that the lot purchased is genuine, the buyer may, at his or her own expense, obtain the opinion of two mutually agreed upon recognized experts in the field of the disputed lot. If these experts determine that the item is not genuine, the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the rescission of the sale and refund of the amount paid for the item. It is specifically understood and agreed that the rescission of the sale and refund is exclusive and in lieu of any other remedy which might otherwise be available as a matter of law or in equity, and such remedy is conditioned upon the buyer returning the property in the same condition as at the time of sale. Cowan’s shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. All sales are final, with no returns or refunds except as provided in this limited warranty.

Except as provided in the immediately proceeding paragraph, EVERY LOT IS SOLD “AS IS”, without any representations or warranties by Cowan’s or the seller as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, condition or value of the property, or the correctness or completeness of the catalog or other description of the property, and no statement, whether written or oral, shall be deemed such a representation, warranty or assumption of liability. Cowan’s makes no representation or warranty that the buyer of manuscript material, photographs, prints or works of art will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights. Cowan’s does not guarantee the working order of any clock, watch, electronic or mechanical device. Dimensions given in the catalog descriptions may be approximate.

7) DEFINITIONS OF AUTHORSHIP. “By” or “Maker/Artist” — in our opinion, the work is by the artist or maker stated “Attributed to” — in our opinion, the work is probably, but not definitely, by the artist or maker stated “Signed” or “Marked” — in our opinion, the signature or mark is that of the stated artist or maker “Bearing the signature (or mark) of” — in our opinion, the signature or mark is probably, but not definitely, that of the artist or maker stated “Circle of” — in our opinion, the work is of the period and by an artist or maker closely associated with the stated artist or maker “School of” — in our opinion, the work is by a pupil or follower of the stated artist or maker “Manner of” — in our opinion, the work is of the period and done in the style of the stated artist or maker “After” — in our opinion, the work is a copy of a work by the stated artist or maker

8) INSPECTION. Except for Online-Only Auctions, all lots are available for inspection prior to the auction. Condition reports for most items can be found online at Cowan’s website, www.cowans.com, and prospective bidders are encouraged to contact Cowan’s directly for additional information regarding the condition of any lot. Cowan’s does not warrant the condition of any item. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Buyers interested in the condition of an item are encouraged to contact Cowan’s and, to the best of our ability, we will document for the prospective bidder the condition status on any lot. Condition is always a subjective evaluation and final responsibility rests with the buyer to assess the condition of any item sold by Cowan’s.

ABSENTEE, TELEPHONE AND INTERNET BIDDING Absentee and telephone bidding is offered as a free service to our customers and prospective bidders. Cowan’s shall not be responsible for any errors or failures in executing bids, either absentee, telephone or via the internet.

9) ABSENTEE BIDDING. Absentee bids are accepted via mail, fax, email and on Cowan’s website. Such bids will be posted with the time and date of arrival, with ties being awarded to the earliest bidder. Absentee bids that are faxed or emailed to Cowan’s need to be in the office at least 2 hours before the sale begins.

An absentee bidder unknown to Cowan’s may be required to submit a bank letter of credit prior to the auction, or, using a credit card, deposit with Cowan’s a fee equaling 30% of the absentee bid.

All absentee bids are executed competitively by a member of the auction staff. The auction staff will try to purchase the lot for the lowest price possible and will bid up to the amount designated by the absentee bidder only if necessary. Cowan’s does not accept “buy bids,” or absentee bids which have no limit. In the event of a tie bid between a floor and an absentee bidder, the floor bid will be honored.

10) TELEPHONE BIDDING. Bidding live via the telephone is available on a first come, first served basis for those lots with a low estimate of $500 or greater. In order for Cowan’s to efficiently serve the needs of those who wish to bid by phone, please note the following: (a) To participate in the auction by telephone, potential bidders must complete and sign the absentee bid form and check “I WISH TO BID BY TELEPHONE” for the designated lots. Potential bidders may also reserve a phone line on Cowan’s website. If faxing or emailing requests for phone bidding, they need to be in Cowan’s office 2 hours before the sale begins. Once the auction begins, requests left on Cowan’s website may not be retrieved by the staff. (b) Telephone bidders are advised to indicate an “insurance bid”, which amount will become an absentee bid, pursuant to the absentee bidding process set forth above, if Cowan’s can not reach the bidder by telephone for a particular indicated lot. (c) Telephone bidders must disable any caller ID or other call blocking mechanism. (d) Cowan’s sells about 100 lots per hour, so telephone bidders should plan accordingly. Cowan’s will attempt to reach each telephone bidder, but Cowan’s is in no way responsible for missed calls.

11) INTERNET BIDDING. Internet bidding is available through our website; additionally, Cowan’s may post certain auctions on Bidsquare (bidsquare.com) or Proxibid (proxibid.com). There may be terms which apply solely to internet bids that should be reviewed online at the time of sale. Cowan’s is not responsible for any failure to execute a bid and shall have no liability to any bidder for any technical or other failure associated with an internet auction.

12) BIDDING INCREMENTS. The following increments are used at the auction. Absentee bids must fall within these increments. Cowan’s will automatically reduce any absentee bid to the closest increment if the bid falls outside the published range of increments.

For Bids Falling Between Bidding Increment $0-500 $25 $501-1,000 $50 $1,001-3,000 $100 $3,001-5,000 $250 $5,001 and up $500 or at the discretion of the auctioneer Cowan’s reserves the right to modify increments at any time during the auction.

AFTER THE AUCTION 13) BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY. Upon the fall of the hammer, title to the offered lot shall pass to the buyer and the buyer immediately (a) assumes full risk and responsibility for the lot, including liability for loss or damage and (b) is liable for payment of the Purchase Price (as defined below) to Cowan’s. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ask specific questions on condition related concerns prior to the auction. Cowan’s will not rescind sales with buyers that have disputes regarding firearm’s bore condition.

14) PURCHASE PRICE AND PAYMENT. The discounted “Purchase Price” for each lot shall equal the hammer price, buyer’s premium, sales tax and, if applicable, all packing, handling, insurance and shipping costs. Payment may be made with cash, personal or traveler’s check or credit card. Cowan’s reserves the right to hold a purchased lot until a check has cleared.

A convenience fee of $15.00 will be assessed to all transactions made in the alternate payment channels: Phone payments are made available as a convenience outside Cowan’s Auctions customary payment channels, therefore these payments are qualified as payments made in the alternative payment channel. All forms of payment made using this method will be assessed the convenience fee. Please call Cowan’s Auctions if you have any questions regarding this policy.

PLEASE NOTE: A surcharge of 2% will be assessed to all credit card transactions. This surcharge is not greater than our cost of acceptance.

Buyers who are present at the auction must pay the full Purchase Price at the time of the sale. Buyers who bid by telephone or who are absentee bidders will be invoiced within 5 days after the close of the auction and must pay the full Purchase Price for each purchased lot within 14 days after the date of the auction. By signing the absentee bid form or placing a bid by telephone, an absentee bidder authorizes Cowan’s to charge the Purchase Price for each lot for which such bidder is the successful bidder to the credit card number provided by telephone or on the absentee bid form, unless payment in full or alternative payment instruction is received within 14 days

after the date of the auction. No property will be released by Cowan’s unless the Purchase Price has been paid in full.

Institutional billing may be available, and should be arranged prior to the auction.

Cowan’s may impose late charges of 1.5% per month (or the highest interest rate allowed) on any amount owed to Cowan’s that remains unpaid after 30 days. Buyer shall be liable for any collection costs or attorney’s fees incurred by Cowan’s to collect payment, to the extent permitted by law.

15) SALES TAX. Buyers are required to pay any applicable state and local sales tax.

16) SHIPPING. At the request of the buyer, Cowan’s will authorize the shipment of purchased items usually within two weeks after payment has been received. Shipment is generally made via UPS or Fed-Ex Ground. Unless buyer gives special instructions, the shipping method shall be at the sole discretion Cowan’s Auctions. Cowan’s is in no way responsible for the acts or omissions of independent handlers, packers or shippers of purchased items or for any loss, damage or delay from the packing or shipping of any property.

ADVICE TO INTERNATIONAL BUYERS. Cowan’s will not ship any package containing a firearm to any location other than within the United States. Buyers outside the United States must make their own shipping arrangements taking full risk for the transportation of any firearm.

Property made of or containing certain plant or animal materials, such as coral, crocodile, ivory, whalebone, baleen, tortoiseshell, etc., may require a license or certificate before exportation from the United States and importation to another country. If you are purchasing items that contain these materials, you need to check the government wildlife import requirements in the countries from which and to which the item is being shipped prior to bidding.

Since the export and import licenses are independently issued by the countries of origin and destination, obtaining one does not guarantee that you can obtain the other. Purchasers are responsible for making timely payments on items won at auction, even if a license is delayed or denied.

17) SHIPPING CHARGES. Buyers are required to pay for all packing, shipping and insurance charges. Overseas duty charges are the responsibility of the successful bidder. Be aware that for larger and/or valuable items, shipping charges can be substantial.

18) REMOVAL AND STORAGE OF PROPERTY. If purchased property has not been removed, or Cowan’s has not received shipping instructions within 21 days after the auction date, a $10 per item per day storage fee may be charged to the buyer.

19) CANCELLATION OF SALE. If purchased property remains in the custody of Cowan’s for a period of 60 days following the auction, Cowan’s may, at its option, cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages any payments made by the buyer, or resell the property at auction or by any other commercially reasonable means, for the account and at the risk of the buyer, and in such event, buyer shall be liable for the payment of all deficiencies plus all of Cowan’s costs, including but not limited to storage and costs of both sales. This right of cancellation is in addition to any and all other remedies available to Cowan’s.

Copyright © 2016 Cowan’s Auctions

APRIL 26-27, 2016 CINCINNATI, OHIO

295

ABSENTEE BID FORM 6270 Este Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45232

REGISTRATION NO._________________________________________ DATE/TIME RECEIVED _______________________________________ info@cowans.com cowans.com PH/FAX_________________ MAIL___________ E-MAIL____________ SALE NO.__________________________________________________ (FOR OFFICE USE ONLY) Name (please print)__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City___________________________________________________________________________________________ State________________________________________________________ Zip____________ Phone____________________________________________________________ Fax_______________________________________ Email__________________________________________________________ 513.871.1670 fax: 513.871.8670

I request that Cowan’s Auctions, Inc. (“Cowan’s”) (i) enter bids on the following lots up to the maximum price I have indicated for each lot in the “Absentee Bid” column; or (ii) reserve a telephone line for telephone bidding for the lots indicated. I request that if Cowan’s is unable to reach me for telephone bidding for a lot, that Cowan’s enter bids on such lot up to the maximum price indicated in the “Insurance Bid” column. I understand that Cowan’s will execute the absentee bids competitively on my behalf. I further understand that Cowan’s executes absentee bids and allows telephone bids as a convenience for customers and that Cowan’s is not responsible for failure to execute bids or for errors relating to the execution of my bids. I agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions for Bidders printed in the auction catalog and listed on Cowan’s website cowanauctions.com and I understand that I am responsible for determining the condition and authenticity of any lot, and that all items are sold AS IS with no returns or refunds. By submitting this Absentee Bid Form, I authorize Cowan’s to obtain a copy of my individual consumer credit report and authorize Cowan’s, at its sole discretion, to use the information contained therein to make business decisions regarding my participation in the bidding process.

Lot No. Description Absentee Bid I Wish to Bid by Phone

Insurance Bid (phone bidders only)

If my bid is successful, I understand that the purchase price for each lot will be the sum of the hammer price, the buyer’s premium, sales tax and all packing, handling, insurance and shipping costs (the “purchase price”). I understand that I will be invoiced within 5 days after the auction and that I will be responsible for paying Cowan’s the full purchase price immediately upon receipt of the invoice. Cowan’s may impose late charges of 1.5% per month (or the highest interest rate allowed) on any amount owed to Cowan’s that remains unpaid after 30 days. By signing this absentee bid form I authorize Cowan’s to charge the credit card listed below for the full purchase price of each lot for which my bid is successful, unless payment in full or alternative payment instructions are received by Cowan’s within 14 days after the date of the auction.

Visa/Mastercard Number_____________________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date____________________________ Security Code (3 or 4 digit number on credit card)___________________ Print Name (as it appears on credit card)___________________________________________________________________ Signature (must be signed)________________________________________________________________________ 296

HISTORIC FIREARMS AND EARLY MILITARIA

BID LIVE ONLINE AT BIDSQUARE.COM

Cowan’s 6270 Este Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45232 513.871.1670 fax 513.871.8670 info@cowans.com cowans.com